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Iraq made it to the semi-finals of the FIFA U20 World Cup after a penalty shootout win against South Korea.
The underdogs, who topped England's group earlier in the competition, deserved their win after going ahead three times, but were pegged back by a resilient South Korean side.
Ali Faez gave Iraq an early lead from the spot but Kwon Chang-Hoon replied on 25 minutes.
Farhan Shakor restored the lead but once again Korea fought back and Lee Gwang Hoon made the scores level.
Farhan struck again in the second half of extra-time after the game finished 2-2, but a last minute strike from Jung Hyon-Cheol made sure the tie went to penalties.
Farhan scored the winner as previous scorer Lee Gwang Hoon missed his spot kick.
Iraq face Uruguay in the semi finals on Wednesday.
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*Since when do jailbirds get a "Get Out of Jail Free" card…by mistake?
The prison system is slippin'. They have cell phones running ramped in jail and inmates being able to reach people on the outside as though they are still on the outside themselves.
In fact, young men are looking at this revolving door as not so bad. Some have it better on the inside than they do on the outside, so why not commit a crime that will get them there faster, right?
Wrong! (more…)

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Updated on November 3, 2016
55. 'The Fahrenheit Twins' by Michel Faber
Michel Faber: I've read some of his novels, I've read his poetry, and now in The Fahrenheit Twins I've read a collection of his short stories.
A missing man wanders the streets with his life history written on his shirt. A recovering drug addict takes her son to the pool. A talented surgeon must operate on the dictator who sent her to a forced labour camp. A wealthy man has an unusual commission for his taxidermist. This collection of stories traverses the globe and pushes at the edges of reality to create a truly compelling read.
There is a really good mixture of different types of story in this collection. Some of them have a strong magical realism element (such as the opening story 'The Safehouse'), some are quite sci-fi (like 'The Eyes of the Soul'), some are clearly influenced by fairytale (like the titular story 'The Fahrenheit Twins'), and some are starkly realistic (such as 'Serious Swimmers'). This probably means that you're bound to find at least one story you like here, or you might be like me and love them all.
I really can't think of a weak link in this collection. Even though each of the stories is written in a very different style from the others, they are all able to capture your attention from the first line and keep it to the last. And despite all their stylistic differences, there are common threads throughout this collection: gritty humanity is explored through razor-sharp writing, and Faber often confronts the darkest aspects of the human psyche. Perhaps the most profound example of this is 'The Smallness of the Action', about a new mother who feels her baby is making her lose her mind and her identity, and who ends up taking drastic action to save herself. So many of these stories are just gut-wrenching, and Faber's incredible writing is able to cut right to the heart of the characters' concerns and motivations, and force the reader to really feel.
Towards the end of the collection we get 'Vanilla-Bright Like Eminem', which lingers over the happiest moment of one man's life before rocketing forwards to show what the future has in store for him. The final story is 'The Fahrenheit Twins' and it is the longest in the collection; it is about a family who live in an Arctic exploration station, and the twins who roam free over the snowy wasteland and create rituals that they hope will stop them from growing up.
I really can't recommend this collection enough. It is edgy and clever and difficult and absorbing, and I loved it.
"No one could begin to understand the violence that was done to her mind and spirit every day, the way her soul was tenderised by a thousand hammer blows delivered with instinctive accuracy and force by a furious little fist." – 'The Smallness of the Action'
Have you read this book or are you planning to? I'd love to know your thoughts!
Want to read this? You can buy the book here.


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Stress can make it hard to function at our peak mental abilities. Often this can attack us just when we need it most, for example before a big test, or prior to an important presentation at work. Additionally, an increase in symptoms from allergies and chronic health conditions, as well as more serious acute health conditions (such as a heart attack), can often be traced back to stress. Living under stressful conditions on a regular basis can initiate a never ending "fight or flight" feedback loop, which will eventually wear our bodies' defenses down. Yes, you heard that right - the very system that is in place to help ensure our safety in emergency situations, can also work against us if called into action too often! It seems a little unfair, doesn't it?
The first step to beating stress is being conscious of it. Symptoms of stress can present in a variety of ways. Most of us are familiar with headaches, muscle tension, and upset stomach. However, irritability, anger and outbursts, changes in eating patterns, and restlessness can all also be symptoms of stress (http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/stress-symptoms/SR00008_D). Try to stay conscious of how your body is feeling during the day. When you realize that you are feeling stressed, try to address it by incorporating a stress beating technique into your day and/or week. There are many things that we can do that will help us break this stress cycle, and allow our bodies the true rest and recuperation that they need. Here are a few things that you can try:
- Exercise: Sometimes low-impact exercise can be very helpful in beating stress. Consider taking a walk, or doing some stretching. If possible, take a couple breaks during the day to get away from what you are doing and let your muscles stretch out a little. In this article, the Mayo Clinic explains how exercise can affect our bodies in ways that will help defeat stress: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/exercise-and-stress/SR00036.
- Meditation: Meditation has long been touted for helping to improve mental function and mood. Most of the meditation practices focus on breathing or visualization techniques that require us to work on changing the focus of our attention. And, despite the perception of meditation that many of us might have, there are actually many ways to practice that don't necessarily require you to sit still in one place the entire time! In this article, the Mayo Clinic gives some tips for how meditation can help you quickly beat stress: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/meditation/HQ01070. Also, here is a nice overview of how to do active meditation, if the traditional seated style is not quite your thing: http://www.ehow.com/how_5753_active-meditation.html.
- Yoga: Yoga combines physical movement with a focus on breathing. There are a wide variety of different styles that can be practiced; some are slow and relaxing, others are more active and rejuvenating - there is even laughter yoga! So, you can try several and see which might be right for you. To learn more about yoga, you can visit the Yoga Journal site: http://www.yogajournal.com/.
- Massage: A relaxing massage works by not only providing a relaxation of your muscles, but it also promotes the release of hormones in your body that can help to quiet that "fight or flight" response and break the stress cycle. There are also many varieties of massage out there that could be investigated, everything from the traditional Swedish massage, to healing Lomilomi massage, to the more active Thai massage. This article from WebMD.com has a nice overview of some of the more popular types of massage: http://www.webmd.com/balance/massage-therapy-styles-and-health-benefits
- Creative Activities: Working on arts or crafts that require a mental and physical focus can help your mind take a break. The list of things that could fall into this category is virtually limitless! For some it could be painting or drawing, others may like home improvement projects or gardening, but you will know you have found your creative outlet when it leaves you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Health Guidance has a nice article that talks about how creative pursuits can help relieve stress: http://www.healthguidance.org/entry/8978/1/Adopt-Creative-Hobbies-to-Relieve-Stress.html
- Laughter: Remember the old adage "laughter is the best medicine"? Laughter really is good for you and can also help reset the chemical balances in your body. Consider watching a funny movie, or sharing some down time with friends and just clowning around for awhile! The Mayo Clinic explains just how laughter can help you beat stress and benefit your body in this article: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/stress-relief/SR00034
- Nature: Sometimes just taking a break from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, which seem to be filled with more and more technology, can be a great way to reset and relax. If you live in the city, you may be able to check out a local park or nature preserve. Or, for a longer trip, you might be able to visit a state park. Sometimes, even just sitting out in your back yard can be relaxing. Research from a professor at the University of Oregon explains how nature can help relieve stress: http://dirt.asla.org/2011/09/08/research-shows-nature-helps-with-stress/


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- Remove the two screws holding the overflow cover in place using a flat-head screwdriver.
- Remove the overflow cover. Do not pull hard because the drain stopper is still attached by the linkage. Pull the stopper out of the overflow drain tube.
- Examine the drain lever. If it is rusted or stuck in place, try to remove the rust with a wire brush. Lubricate the lever with silicone grease. If this does not work, you will have to replace the overflow cover and trip lever with a new one.
- Ensure that the stopper links are in good condition and free of rust or other weak spots. Replace if necessary. Make a note of the length they are set at so you can set the new links at the same length. Tighten the lock nut in place.
- Check the drain stopper. Clean off any gunk or debris. Lubricate thoroughly with silicone grease.
- Lower the drain stopper back into the overflow tube.
- Replace the overflow cover. Secure in place with the screws.
Things You Will Need
- New overflow cover and lever assembly, linkage, or stopper (if needed)
- Screwdriver
- Wire brush
- Silicone grease
- If you need to replace components, PVC is a lightweight and inexpensive alternative.