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Including images on Overleaf
When editing documents on Overleaf, it's straightforward to include images. This article explains how to upload images to your projects from your computer or from a URL, and how to include them in your typeset documents.
Simple image upload
To upload an image, in the editor go to the upper left corner and click the upload icon |
a dialogue box will pop up for you to upload your files |
there you can either drag and drop your files or click Select files(s) to open a file browser |
navigate to the right folder and select the images to upload. You can upload several files at once. After the upload process is complete you will see the files in the left panel. |
Now you can use your images within your LaTeX file, see the example below
\title{A project with images}
\caption{An image of a galaxy}
notice that only the file name of the image is passed as parameter in \includegraphics[width=4cm]{lion-logo}
For more information about picture manipulation in LaTeX see the further reading for links to other documentation pages.
Uploading images to a folder
If your project includes several images you might need to put them in a separate folder to keep everything organized.
To create folders in Overleaf, go to the upper left corner of your editor and click the folder icon |
an input box will appear, set a name for your folder and click Create |
Now you can see the folder in your left panel. You can drag and drop already uploaded files, even between folders in your left panel. |
To upload files directly into a folder, click that folder then click on New and follow the instructions in the previous section.
Once you have some files in your folder you can use them within your document, see the example below.
\title{A project with images}
\caption{An image of a galaxy}
The command \graphicspath{ {Images/} }
tells LaTeX that the images are stored in Images, now you only have to use the file name instead of the full path in \includegraphics
For more information on image management in LaTeX look in further reading for links.
Quick guide
- Quick guide to uploading one or more images into your Overleaf project:
- In the top left corner of the editor click on the upload icon, then you can either drag and drop the files or click Select files(s) to browse in your local directories. After the uploading process is complete, you can use these images in your document.
- Quick guide to uploading images into a folder:
- To create a new folder in the editor click the folder icon, set a name for your folder and click create. Now click your newly created folder and follow the process described in the previous paragraph to upload images, or drag and drop already uploaded images into your folder.
Further reading
To learn more about image manipulation in LaTeX see.
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- Mathematical fonts
- Using the Symbol Palette in Overleaf
Figures and tables
- Inserting Images
- Tables
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- Drawing Diagrams Directly in LaTeX
- TikZ package
References and Citations
- Bibliography management with bibtex
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- Bibtex bibliography styles
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- Sections and chapters
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Field specific
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Class files
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The Improbable Theory of Ana and Zak by Bryan Katcher
- Published: May 19th, 2015 (Katherine Tegen Books)
- Pages: 336
- Source: ARC via Edelweiss
- Series: NA
- Buy the book: Amazon
- Rating: ★★★★☆
It all begins when Ana Watson's little brother, Clayton, secretly ditches the quiz bowl semifinals to go to the Washingcon sci-fi convention on what should have been a normal, résumé-building school trip.
If slacker Zak Duquette hadn't talked up the geek fan fest so much, maybe Clayton wouldn't have broken nearly every school rule or jeopardized Ana's last shot at freedom from her uptight parents.
Now, teaming up with Duquette is the only way for Ana to chase down Clayton in the sea of orcs, zombies, bikini-clad princesses, Trekkies, and Smurfs. After all, one does not simply walk into Washingcon.
But in spite of Zak's devil-may-care attitude, he has his own reasons for being as lost as Ana-and Ana may have more in common with him than she thinks. Ana and Zak certainly don't expect the long crazy night, which begins as a nerdfighter manhunt, to transform into so much more…
The Improbable Theory of Ana and Zak quite possibly has the most improbable storyline I could've come up with, but somehow, it works. It's geeky, silly, and at time makes no sense, but I enjoyed every moment of it.
Both Ana and Zak are a bit of an outcast, both geeky in their own way. Ana is always top of her class, has a bazillion extracurricular activities and is pushed by her parents to be as perfect as possible. Meanwhile Zak is somewhat of a slacker, failing his health class and trying to dodge his mom's new husband who is trying to make him into something he's not. Ana has no free time — Zak has too much free time and loves everything geeky. Strategy games, costumes, nerdy cons: he loves it all. But he especially loves Washingcon, the annual sci-fi convention in Seattle. But when his health class teacher tells him he is failing his health class and only joining the quiz bowl team will help him pass his class, all his plans fall apart. Because the quiz bowl team semifinals are the same weekend as Washingcon, and there is no way out of the quiz bowl activities for Zak. His Washingcon plans straight down the drain.
But Zak loves Washingcon so much, he talks about the event non stop, motivating Ana's brother, Clayton (who is also on the quiz bowl team), to sneak out and find out about the con himself. What ensues is a hilarious Clayton hunt across the entire con. Turns out Zak is some kind of legend at Washingcon — who knew? Along the way, Ana and Zak get to know eachother and it turns out they aren't so different after all. They both struggle with pain, loss, and trying to fit in.
Both Ana and Zak go through a motion of development in this book, even though the biggest portion of the story is set during the first day of Washingcon. Ana learns to let her hair down. It's okay to be different, to have fun, to get out there. It's not the end of the world if you break a few rules. Meanwhile Zak learns to reign it in a bit. They kind of balance eachother out because they understand eachother.
By far my favourite thing in this book is the geekiness. I loved all the cosplay, the nerdy references (even if I didn't understand where half of them came from), the silly dialogue and the hilarious plotline. In any other book, it would have made no sense, but it works in this one. The setting combined with some of the wacky characters passing by is fantastic and I really enjoyed reading about all these characters who were so different but also so alike. There's one particular scene near the end of the book where Ana teams up with Strawberry to distract a cleaning guy that had me snorting up my drink through my nose — something I don't intend to repeat. The silliness was hilarious and I found myself laughing out loud several times while reading.
While I would have loved to have felt some more chemistry between Ana and Zak, I think their story is really well done. I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Improbable Theory of Ana and Zak: quirky, goofy goodness. Like!


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- to avoid rusting, it is recommended that carbon steel blades are kept oiled.
- do not soak it in water and never place it in the dishwasher.
- to clean the knife, wipe the blade with a damp cloth and dry immediately.
- to reduce the frequency of re-sharpening, wooden chopping boards are recommended.
If your carbon steel blade is beginning to rust, use a scouring pad and and acid, such as vinegar and gently rub it on the affected area. After the rust has been removed, dry the blade, re-sharpen and oil to prevent future rusting.


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With just 3 weeks left until Pesach, I'm sure you're all scrambling to use up your chometz. While the boxes of pasta, bags of rice, and cans of beans get stored on the top of the pantry, all that extra bread in the back of the freezer has got to go. And what about all those bags of chips from shalach manos? And the gazillion types of crackers you have leftover in the closet? Well instead of throwing them all to the birds, I've compiled a list of some ideas to help you turn your leftovers into delicious pre-Pesach meals.
If you've got more ideas for using up chometz before Pesach, please share them with me in the comments below!
Leftover wraps (tortillas):
– quesadillas
– breakfast burritos
– tortilla chips
– thin crust pizza
– tacos (soft-shell or toasted)
– cigars (spread with cream cheese and jelly or mayo and turkey and roll up like a cigar)
– taquitos (like cigars but baked or fried and filled with meat)
– chicken avocado wraps
Leftover challah or bread:
– french toast
– bread pudding
– challa kugel
– croutons
– stuffing
– grilled cheese
– meatball filling
– garlic bread
– panzanella salad
– toasted bread sticks to dip into soup
– bread cups for quiches (roll our flat with a rolling pin and place in muffin tins and fill)
Leftover cereal:
– marshmallow cereal bar treats
– breading for french toast
– mix into cookie batter
– coat fish or chicken
Leftover chips or pretzels:
– coat fish or chicken
– add to chocolate chip cookie dough
– crush and sprinkle on mac 'n cheese
– add chips to cold cut sandwiches
– sprinkle over stuffed mushrooms
Leftover crackers:
– use in stuffing in place of bread
– add to salads in place of croutons
– use in meatballs in place of breadcrumbs
– use as coating for fish patties
– crumble on mac 'n cheese or any casserole
Leftover puff pastry:
– pinwheels
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Bubby's Challah Kugel
Growing up, we would relish a piece of Bubby's challah kugel on erev Shabbos. This recipe is made using leftover challah, but is completely different than bread pudding. Here, the challah is soaked and then squeezed to remove the water. The result is a sweet doughy kugel that kids really enjoy!
1 large leftover challah
2 eggs
1/4 cup oil
1/3 cup applesauce
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1 tbsp vanilla sugar (optional)
1/3 cup golden raisins (optional)
Peel or thinly slice the crust off the challah and tear into pieces. Add to a large bowl, cover with water, and soak for several minutes. Remove the challah from the water and squeeze it out thoroughly. Mash the dough and add remaining ingredients. Pour into a greased dish and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar. Bake at 350 degrees until browned around the edges.
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The late, great senator from New York Daniel Patrick Moynihan used to lament that Americans had lost the courage for big projects like the one he championed for the lower West Side of Manhattan, Westway. He wondered what had happened to the civic courage that allowed the building of the Erie Canal, the Hoover Dam (a giant jobs project), the transcontinental railroads and the Interstate Highway System.
And his lament was when we could still afford to build big things.
Civic timorousness has now been joined by fiscal constraint. New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has canceled a project to build a much-needed new tunnel from his state into Manhattan. A station on a new subway line between Dulles Airport in Virginia and Washington, D.C. hangs in the balance, as local jurisdictions throw up their hands at the cost. The issue is whether a less-costly station above ground should replace a planned, underground station in the airport terminal. High speed rail was rejected in Florida ostensibly over cost fears.
But it is the lack of big projects, in a time of financial crisis, that are beginning to threaten the competitiveness of America's future.
Our infrastructure — once the envy of the world — is in deplorable shape, and declining faster than it is being rejuvenated: airports, bridges, canals, passenger rail, ports, roads, sewage and water systems are all falling apart.
In short, America seems broken. And those things that are not yet broken, like the air traffic control system and the electric grid, are showing signs of mortal strain.
An additional blow to infrastructure has been the zeal of Congress in getting rid of earmarks; a funding device that, at its best, when done openly, directed some miniscule parts of the federal budget to places where the infrastructure was strained to breaking, or simply did not exist.
Because it was abused in the middle of the night, with dollars going to dubious projects and firms, Congress has, to quote Sen. John Kerry (D –Mass,) "thrown the baby out with the bathwater."
Against this background of impotence, brought on by budget paralysis, there is a stirring in Washington among academics, some politicians (particularly Kerry and Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Tex.) who have introduced a bill), the think-tanks, the craft unions and the columnists — in short, the establishment — that there should be an infrastructure bank, a public-private partnership bank, devoted to the long-term (up to 45 years) financing of infrastructure projects.
The idea, as espoused by panelists at a recent meeting on Capitol Hill, representing interests from the construction contractors, financiers like The Carlyle Group, to the AFL-CIO, is that the bank would make direct loans, guarantee private-sector loans, and verify the creditworthiness of projects that could be financed by the private sector on favorable terms with guarantees from the bank against default. Robert Dove of The Carlyle Group beamed when he described a model project of public-private cooperation along highways in Connecticut.
Although it is very unpopular to say in Washington that anything in Europe works, the model for an American bank might well be the highly successful European Investment Bank with a nod to the Export-Import Bank of the United States, a successful public-private financial partnership.
Whether the bank is the institution proposed by Kerry and Hutchison, talk of an infrastructure bank that would create jobs and help reverse years of infrastructure decay will be coming to a town hall near you soon.
The concept of "infrastructure" is vague, but the word "jobs" is a powerful political opiate. And there are plenty of sound-bite-friendly statistics, such as one from the American Society of Civil Engineers that says that it will take $2 trillion over five years to restore the U.S. infrastructure, or that we spend less than 2 percent of our Gross Domestic Product on fixing up the country while China is spending 9 percent.
No wonder Kerry gets misty-eyed when he talks about the shame he feels at riding the fastest train in the world in China or of sliding from London to Paris in two hours and 15 minutes with his cell phone and computer plugged in.
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Cross-posted from Inside School Research:
Kindergarten might be the new 1st grade but it is still too easy. A forthcoming study in the peer-refereed American Educational Research Journal finds that students make bigger gains in reading and math when they learn more advanced content such as adding numbers and matching letters to sounds. Yet kindergarten teachers spend nearly twice as much time on basics such as alphabet recognition and counting out loud. Study authors Amy Claessens, Mimi Engel and Chris Curran found that the majority of kindergartners already know how to do these things when they start school.
"If you teach kids what they already know, they're not going to learn as much," said Claessens, an assistant professor in the Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago and the mother to a kindergartner. "I would go even further and say more time on basic [content] is actually harmful to kids particularly in mathematics. In reading, it is neutral, but math is negative."
In a paper published last year in the peer-refereed Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis, Engel, Claessens and Maida A. Finch found that even students who started kindergarten lacking basic skills made bigger gains when teachers emphasized advanced material. The American Educational Research Journal findings add a wrinkle by suggesting that kindergarten students learn more when taught advanced content, regardless of whether they have attended preschool or come from low-income families.
Academic Content, Student Learning, and the Persistence of Preschool Effects is based upon a large, nationally representative sample (ECLS-K) representing more than 15,000 students who started kindergarten in 1998-99. The article, which you can read in full for free for the next month, is the most frequently viewed piece on the American Educational Research Journal's website, even though it was just posted November 13th and has not yet appeared in print. (This is relatively rare since it often takes academic articles years to wend their way toward most-viewed status.) Claessens speculates that one reason that the findings have received so much attention is that they have some pretty interesting policy implications.
"Shifting what you're teaching is very cost effective," Claessens said.
Claessens notes that past research has found that schools have already ramped up the amount of time spent on spent on academic content in kindergarten. So if these research results hold, teachers could see a real difference by making a relatively small and inexpensive change that would not further subtract from the time kindergartners want and need for other important areas such as social emotional learning and physical education.
Like other researchers, Claessens, Engel and Curran found that kindergarten teachers spend a lot more time on literacy than on math. On average, teachers taught basic reading skills 18 days a month or nearly every school day and advanced literacy 11 days per month. By contrast, they spent ten days a month on basic math and six days on math that was more advanced. These results were the same for teachers serving bigger and smaller percentages of children from lower-income families.
"Early-childhood and kindergarten teachers are not as confident about teaching early math and the way they should teach early math," Claessens said. "We have for a long time pushed and done a good job of focusing on reading and basic skills for reading. I don't think we know as much or are as confident about early-childhood math."
Claessens said she had shared her findings with her daughter's kindergarten teacher, who was already emphasizing more advanced skills. She has also presented her research to school district leadership teams.
How did they react?
"Not surprised but they're not quite sure how to change it."


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Citrix is one of the biggest names in the virtualization sector. It currently services over 330,000 organizations, and by teaming up with Microsoft to expand its cloud-based software delivery, the company hopes to give that number a boost. While the news of this partnership does mean winding down one popular software as a service, a newer — and hopefully better — one is on its way. Keep reading to find out how this announcement affects your organization.
What Citrix's XenApp already does is deliver applications to users via a variety of methods and pathways other than local installations. The process starts with the creation of server-stored software containers that allow the services an application provides to be delivered to your staff members from a centralized server. XenApp enables you to set rules and procedures for when and how these features can be accessed, and it creates a multitude of versions of the software that can be delivered to different operating systems, devices, and locations.
In a press release back in May, Citrix made a bombshell announcement that it would create cloud-based versions of all its virtualization packages using Microsoft's Azure as the foundation. While the two companies have been closely aligned for decades, this is an enormous boost to both their reputations. Fast forward to today, and we're seeing the first rays of sunshine from this new team-up.
And much more than simply lending Citrix the foundation, Microsoft will be directly involved in the development and release of the new cloud-based version of XenApp. The two companies have promised to work together to combine the simplicity and scalability of Azure with the administration and performance improvements of XenApp, thereby creating the most comprehensive software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider on the market.
Because Microsoft's RemoteApp already acts as an Azure SaaS platform, the potential for conflict means it will be wound down to its eventual sunset in August 2017. But fear not; for faithful users of this service, Microsoft has promised a clear transition plan to reduce the possibility of growing pains.
Cloud-based XenApp is just the first of many improved services to be born out of the partnership between these two titans of tech. Rumors are swirling that XenDesktop will get the same treatment and a release won't be far behind. Regardless, the tech industry is moving ahead with the virtualization of everything it can get its hands on, and it's time to jump on the bandwagon. When you're ready to make the leap, our experts are ready to pull you aboard. Contact us today for answers to all of your virtualization questions.


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Republican Gov. Scott Walker on Monday gave absent Democratic lawmakers an ultimatum to return to Wisconsin within 24 hours and vote on a proposal to reduce the power of public sector unions or the state would miss out on a debt restructuring.
Walker stepped up the pressure on 14 Senate Democrats who fled the state to avoid a vote on the bill as he prepared to unveil on Tuesday a two-year state budget that he said cuts $1 billion from funding to local governments and schools.
What began as one small state trying to rewrite the rules of labor relations has blown up into what could be the biggest confrontation with American labor unions since then President Ronald Reagan fired striking air traffic controllers in 1981.
...The proposal was approved by the state Assembly last week but is stalled in the Senate because the 14 Democrats have fled the state to avoid a vote... The proposal includes a restructuring of the state's debt that Walker said would save $165 million. Walker said this restructuring deal was in doubt if the Democrats did not return.
"Failure to return to work and cast their votes will lead to more painful and aggressive spending cuts in the very near future," Walker's said in a statement.
If the budget bill isn't passed before the deadline, more than a thousand state employees will lose their jobs.
And that will be the Democrats' choice.
Hat tip: Memeorandum. Linked by: Michelle Malkin. Thanks!


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"What's Good", everyone?
As a special treat to Taste Bud Diaries blog followers, Turkey Chop is offering a coupon for 25% off your ENTIRE ORDER!
That's right, folks. 25% Off! The food is great, and a coupon is EVEN BETTER!
Below is the image of the coupon. Print it out & present it when you get to the restaurant. (Or present on your phone).
Be sure to visit the website at www.turkeychop.com for the menu of all of the delicious options. Will you have a juicy and succulent turkey burger? The comforting and delicious turkey spaghetti? Or my personal favorite, the smoky and flavorful turkey tips?
Don't forget to try the sides – the sautéed spinach (gotta get your veggies) macaroni and cheese, and sweet potatoes are all great choices. Don't forget to get your peach cobbler for dessert!
Bring a friend, and tell them Taste Bud Diaries sent you!
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Suk-gyu is desperately looking for his runaway daughter. He spares neither money nor effort and after a while his search leads to results. One of his contacts claims to have found the girl. But joy is replaced by shock when he finds out that she works as a prostitute in the center of Seoul. Suk-gyu decides to pose as a client to get close to his daughter. But just before the long awaited and dreaded reunion, panic breaks out at nearby Seoul Station. The place is very popular with the homeless of the Korean capital. And one of them, who had died during the day, comes alive again and start attacking and eating another misfortunate. The undead cannibal epidemic spreads like wildfire. The authorities hermetically close off the city center and decide to wait out the end of the outbreak, until there's no one left.
Director: Sang-ho Yeon
Writer: Sang-ho Yeon
Stars: Seung-ryong Ryu, Shim Eun-kyung, Joon Lee, Jang Hyuk-jin, Sang-hee Lee


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FashioniSTA File: Oscars 2011
Mar 5th
The biggest awards show is without a doubt the Oscars, and this ceremony brought out some of the best outfits of the year! In comparison to last year's gala, we noticed a lot more poise and polish. Last year was a mixed bag of prints and ruffles and experimental fashion, and this year was a definite return to the glitz and glamour that is expected at such a show. We break it down from the gowns to the jewels, FashioniSTA style!
Big Time Jewels
We know that the first thing that catches your eye is the dress, but this year's show brought out such a wide variety of shiny accessories, that we just can't ignore them. Hailee Steinfeld's Fred Leighton's diamond headband was an adorable addition to her youthful, ballerina-esque ensemble. Céline Dion's Bulgari pendant was stunning, and an exquisite addition to her streamlined gown. These jewels saved some of the outfit disasters that hit the red carpet, such as Nicole Kidman's gorgeous Fred Leighton necklace (right) that offset her poor Dior gown choice.
But some jewelry choices were just plain distracting. Amy Adams in Cartier should fire her stylist, that necklace is not meant for that neckline, and the cuff is jewel overkill. And wait until we get to Reese Witherspoon, her emerald earrings are just the tip of the iceberg.
Mismatched Hair Choices
One bizarre trend this season was horribly underdone hairstyles paired with fabulous dresses. Sharon Stone looked great in John Galliano for Christian Dior, but what was going on on top of her head? She had a serious bubble with out of control wisps. Amy Adams tried hard to channel Veronica Lake, but she was in some serious need of conditioner and the choice was all wrong for that L'Wren Scott dress of hers. And poor Sandra Bullock just can't seem to get a break at the salon – her Vera Wang dress was out of sight, but it looked like someone just grabbed chunks of her hair and pinned them at random. I feel like this is how my hair looks when I'm at the spa. But for Reese Witherspoon (right), she had the exact opposite problem – wonderful ponytail fall, but paired with the earrings and the outdated dress, it was too much. If she lost the earrings and paired the hair with a different dress, like Hailee Steinfeld's Marchesa, for example, and Witherspoon would have been too adorable for words.
The FashioniSTA Picks
Best Dressed: Cate Blanchett (right) in Givenchy Couture was breathtaking. It was everything that a red-carpet gown should be - unique and on the cutting edge of fashion yet wearable so that the actress was still the focus. Her earrings were small so as not to distract from the beautiful beading on her shoulders and chest and her hair was soft and simple - a perfect match. I loved everything about this dress - the color, the beading, the cut-out, the draping - but what really made it a show-stopper was the way in which Cate wore it. She can handle an edgy dress with ease - an Oscar-worthy red carpet moment indeed!
Worst Dressed: Thank God Melissa Leo won the Oscar for best Actress in a Supporting Role so that there was something to focus on other than that atrocious Marc Bouwer dress. The heavy-handed lace, the gold foil lining, the high collar, the structured shoulder, the spider-beetle necklace (what in the world??!!)…there was WAY too much going on and none of it was flattering. I loved her in the Fighter, but I hated her in that dress.
On the Fence: Gwyneth Paltrow looked absolutely stunning in the metallic column dress by Calvin Klein Collection. It fit her to a T, her hair matched it perfectly and the way it moved…incredible. However, I was totally put off by the jeweled brooch at her hip and matching earrings. The brooch at her hip totally distracted from the clean, statuesque lines of the dress and I thought that the multi-colored stones on the jewelry were too much. Her stylist could have definitely introduced an additional color to the ensemble, but just one color would have been best. I am thinking big emeralds…
Rookie of the Year: Hailey Steinfeld's tea-length Marchesa dress was the perfect choice for this young star. It was appropriate for the occasion and most importantly, it was appropriate for her age. She looked like a princess and I am sure that she felt like one too. The makeup was clean and simple - subtle liner and mascara and a pink lip - and the silver headband and ballerina bun kept it youthful and fun. I hope that she had a fabulous time!
Biggest Comeback: Sharon Stone has ended up on Worst-Dressed Lists more often than Best-Dressed Lists of late. However, she redeemed herself last night. The form-fitting black dress with feather embellishments was both classic and of-the-moment all at the same time. But, the feathers and the asymmetrical neckline placed Stone directly in line with the current trends. Her clutch was simple and added some additional texture and her hair was in a classic French twist, but with some added height for drama. I may have preferred if her makeup artist didn't have such a heavy hand with the eyeliner (it makes her look a little crazy and, let's be honest, Sharon Stone doesn't need any help looking crazy…), but other than that, it was a red-carpet A+!!
Best Dressed: Anne Hathaway in Valentino Couture, before the flash photography got a hold of her. It was the epitome of timeless elegance when I saw it on the red carpet coverage, and it makes me very sad that the photographs ruin it. Cate Blanchett's allusion to my fave holiday - Easter - was also a breath of fresh air. Fashion-foward that works.
Worst Dressed: Florence Welch (right). Looking like what I'd imagine the wife in the attic in Jane Eyre, I'm borderline shocked that Valentino would let this loose on the red carpet. But then again, they also designed that daisy disaster that Michelle Williams wore to the Golden Globes.
On the Fence: Mandy Moore in Monique Lhuillier. I loved the gold sparkles with the illusion detail, but something about this felt wrong. Between the color of the dress, her skin tone, her makeup, and her hair, she just looked washed out, and a little old.
Biggest Comeback: Celine Dion in Armani Privé. Although she's never been a worst-dressed offender, I can't recall the last time I saw her on a red carpet. She made her big comeback in the best way possible, by wearing a killer dress (she had twins recently?!) and paying homage to her last Oscar appearance with her "Heart of the Ocean"-esque pendant.
Rookie of the Year: My girl crush on Selena Gomez grows every time I see her on the red carpet. Although she wasn't part of the Oscars until the Vanity Fair after party, she looked AMAZING in a red Dolce and Gabbana gown. Her hair, makeup and accessories were the perfect complements to the dress, her overall look was just stunning.
Best Dressed: Halle Berry (right) in Marchesa. She looked radiant in a nude strapless crystal corset gown. It had has silk tulle ruffles that made it look like she was floating on a cloud. Halle Berry never disappoints me and this dress proves it.
Worst Dressed: Scarlett Johansson in Dolce and Gabbana. The purple doily looking ensemble was terrible, I personally think she's beautiful all the time but that gown did nothing for her and her figure.
On the Fence: Amy Adams in L'Wren Scott. The royal blue sequin gown was to dieeeeeeee for but the accessories through me for a loop. Granted they were Cartier but the emerald green necklace and bracelet on blue??? No idea what she was thinking but none the less she was wearing a spectacular dress.
Rookie of the Year: Hailee Steinfeld in Marchesa. Truly a pretty little ballerina moment. I thought it worked really well for being that she's fourteen, it was modest and a great approach to the Oscars. I'm sure we'll see more of her in the future.
Best Dressed: Matthew McConaughey's better half Camila Alves (right) in Kaufman Franco… I know, I know, not exactly who you would expect, but that dress was JUST TOO GOOD. The Oscars are all about polish, and that Camila was the essence of sleek. Same could be said for Jennifer Hudson in Atelier Versace. Execution? FLAWLESS.
Worst Dressed: My biggest "ugh" of the night went to Mark Ruffalo's wife, Sunrise Coigney in Jean Paul Gaultier. What…was…that?! Oh, and Reese Witherspoon? I think I saw your dress when I was perusing the Cosmo Prom Issue back in 1996…only then it was made by Zum Zum and not Armani Privé.
On the Fence: Cate Blanchett in Givenchy…in the end, I liked it, but it just seemed a little too "walking art" for me. Jennifer Lawrence donned a Calvin Klein sheath, and she looked jaw-dropping sexy. But for the Oscars? It felt a little too casual.
Biggest Comeback: Sandra Bullock in Vera Wang. That dress was so gorgeous on her, and if you recall the walking nightmare that was her Golden Globes outift, I think we can all agree that Bullock is back on track.
Rookie of the Year: Hailee Steinfeld — at 14 years old, she drew that design, brought it to Marchesa, and they made it for her. Rookie? Welcome to the Big Leagues!
Stay tuned for bigger and better things from the FashioniSTAs!!


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Orange juice, chicken broth and honey are blended together to create a sweet sauce for this chicken dish. A perfect dish to serve for Rosh Hashanah or any festive occasion.
1 (3-4 lb.) chicken, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon fresh grated orange rind
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2-3 eggs, beaten
2 cups bread crumbs
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup chicken broth (reduced sodium)
1/4 cup parve margarine, melted
1/2 cup honey
Chopped fresh parsley, optional
Orange slices, optional
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Combine bread crumbs, orange rind, salt, and pepper. Dip chicken pieces in eggs and then roll in crumb mixture. Arrange chicken pieces in greased shallow baking dish. Cover and bake for 15 minutes.
Combine orange juice, chicken broth, melted parve margarine and honey; pour mixture over chicken and bake, uncovered, 45 minutes or until done, basting occasionally.
Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving. Decorate the dish with the orange slices.
Yield: Serve 4
Recipes: Poultry, Chicken, Parve, Kosher


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1: You can give their energy levels a real boost by feeding them marmite on toast (or bread). Marmite is packed full of B-Vitamins and is good for ducks and humans alike. A slice on the first day for your ducks will keep the vet away. You can keep feeding them this as a routine, about once a week.
2: Introduce your other pets slowly. Ducks usually get on great with dogs and cats, but it is best to wait a day or so until they are settled, before introducing them to the ducks.
3: Finally, try mixing some probiotic yoghurt in with their layers pellets (see the feeding section ) to create a kind of porridge. This does wonders for their digestive systems and helps them overcome the stresses and strains of moving home.


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VAT Bad debt relief allows businesses that have made supplies on which they have accounted for and paid VAT but for which they have not received payment to claim a refund of the VAT. We explain the situations where the relief applies. If your business is in the Knodishall area we, at MBS Accountancy Services Ltd can provide any further information you require on VAT matters.
It is quite possible within the VAT system for a business to be in the position of having to pay over VAT to HMRC while not having received payment from their customer.
Bad debt relief allows businesses that have made supplies on which they have accounted for and paid VAT but for which they have not received payment, to claim a refund of the VAT by reference to the outstanding amount.
In order to make a claim a business must satisfy a number of conditions, the key ones being:
A claim is made by entering the appropriate amount in Box 4 of the VAT return for the period in which entitlement to the claim arises (or any permissible later period).
It is not permitted to issue a credit note to the customer in respect of any bad debt claims.
The amount of any VAT relief is calculated with reference to the outstanding amount. In cases where part payment has been received from the customer the outstanding amount must be treated as VAT-inclusive, and hence relief can be claimed only on VAT relating to the amount that remains unpaid.
If a claim for bad debt relief is made via the VAT return and the customer subsequently makes a partial or full payment, the taxpayer is obliged to reverse or adjust their claim accordingly.
Businesses making bad debt relief claims must keep records for four years from the date of the claim to show:
This measure might be described as the reverse of bad debt relief since it focuses on the customer rather than the supplier.
Where a customer has not paid a supplier within six months of the date of the supply or, if later, the date payment is due, VAT previously claimed as input tax, must be repaid to HMRC via the VAT return. This puts a burden on all VAT registered businesses to monitor their purchase ledger to anticipate whether they need to reverse any input tax recovered on goods and services received from suppliers.
If your business is in the Knodishall area we at MBS Accountancy Services Ltd would be pleased to help with further advice on VAT bad debt relief.
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In the days predating large-scale enrollment of women in policing, there was little upon which to base an opinion. Female police officers generated reactions ranging from the good, the bad, to the ugly -- mostly the bad and the ugly. Take for example these two women of Indiana. Both served their official duties during the zenith of the Midwest Crime Wave, facing the boldest desperadoes of the time. Both of these women stepped into positions that required bravery and a revolutionary, trail-blazing attitude.
At the height of the Midwest Crime Wave of 1933-1935, these two women police officers were at ground zero, the matrix of the hunt for Dillinger. It was an interstate, embattled officialdom, a backstabbing place where officials turned on each other, talked behind each other's back, and sold each other out. And those were the men -- Captain Matt Leach of Indiana, Inspector Yendes of Dayton, Chief Michael Morrissey of Indianapolis, to name but a few.
Indiana State Police fingerprint expert Marie Grott worked out of Indianapolis under Captain Matt Leach. The press flirted with "Miss Grott." The papers described her as "comely" (dictionary, anyone?)
During the Depression-challenged job market, a police woman in Indiana could bring home the bacon to fry before her eight-to-four shift. Indiana women who were candidates for jobs, and who happened to know the right politician, were hired. They got state jobs with responsibility and titles. This was the result of political patronage; most of the civil service employees in the 1930s Midwest were there because they were connected to people under Governor Paul V. McNutt. 1
Both Marie Grott and Lillian Holly were maligned in the sexist press in the days before "sexist" was even a thing. Both were hammered and elevated at the same time. The result of this character assassination was more deadly for Holley than for Grott.
Marie Grott is best known to Dillinger aficionados as having accompanied Terror Gang moll Mary Kinder out of Tucson, Arizona, where she had been arrested with the gang. Grott was overqualified for the job of impromptu prison matron. Brought to Tucson with Indiana State Police (ISP) Captain Matt Leach, Grott took charge of Mary Kinder as she was extradited from Tucson to Indianapolis to undergo a grand jury investigation stemming from her alleged role in the notorious multi-prisoner escape from the Indiana State Penitentiary at Michigan City. 2
Leach included Grott in his entourage for several reasons. As an inner-circle member of the ISP team close to Matt Leach, Grott was trusted. Taking custody of Mary Kinder was anticipated as an act that would be wrought with hysteria. Kinder was to be separated from her lover, Dillinger associate Harry "Pete" Pierpont. Mary Kinder and Pierpont nursed hatred for Matt Leach, whom they blamed for not letting them get married while in custody. 3
Grott was a rising star in the department, a fingerprint expert who would soon head the Bureau of Criminal Identification. In Tucson, Grott kept a poker face for photographers. No doubt, the officer was aware that one false move, in this case a smile, would ruin the credibility she was trying to establish in her career. As a result of her intuitive knowledge of the shark tank she inhabited, she survived the era with a strong reputation. Grott managed her high-profile moments carefully, and stayed out of the limelight whenever possible.
Grott was injured in 1933 near Michigan City while enroute with Leach to question incarcerated Dillinger gang member Ed Shouse. While driving alone in a car with the married Matt Leach, Grott's status as a single women was somehow overlooked by the press. The other subject of this blog, Sheriff Lillian Holley, was not as fortunate. 4
While Marie Grott was patronized, Lillian Holley was vilified.
Holley was caught in the crossfire of the sensational "wooden gun" Crown Point, Indiana, escape. The press coverage that destroyed her reputation was the result of ignorance on the part of reporters as to the true machinations behind the escape. Add to this a desire to tap into Depression-era America's inability to accept females in policing. While the pundits blamed Holley, the true culprits -- the politicians, prison employees and judicial officials who were involved in the bribery conspiracy -- walked away from the grand jury investigation like a walk in the park. It did not help Holley that she, as the sheriff, was featured next to prosecutor Robert Estill as he posed with his arm around Dillinger. She smiled and appeared to be having a good time. It was a moment that would prove to be her undoing. 5 Shortly after the escape, the press editorialized that Dillinger flew the coop because a women was in charge.
Lillian Holley's nephew, Carroll Holley, floated around like Estill's ghost during the period that his aunt was pilloried. Young Holley is photographed numerous times with Estill (in photo above, behind Estill to the left). Young Holley as the deputy sheriff, took over for his aunt shortly after the escape. Somehow, young Holley escaped the tag of holding a job that was too tough for the nephew of the lady sheriff. It seems in hindsight that Lillian Holley took a fall in order to allow the job to remain in her family, that young Holley would be a placeholder to allow the minions of Robert Estill to maintain control in Crown Point/Lake County.
Lillian Holley got no support from news reporters who could have added a positive voice. Dillinger-scoop staff writers for the Indianapolis Times, in particular Basil Gallagher and William "Tubby" Toms, did not step up and use the power of their pens to vindicate Holley. While Toms took his material from ISP Captain Matt Leach, Gallagher often wrote independent, expository features. It was Gallagher who first labeled Dillinger gang moll Mary Kinder as the "Queen of the Gun Molls." Had he done research into the background and experience of Lillian Holley, Gallahger would have learned some impressive facts.
Holly had been in charge of James "Fur" Sammons for a time prior to the Dillinger debacle. Lake County Prosecutor Robert Estill was accused by East Chicago, Indiana reporters as needing to get the powerful Sammons out of the vice and gambling districts of Gary, where he posed a threat to the existing mob structure. Estill rushed the Chicago gangster's commitment to prison. 6
Sammons was an expert machine gunner with a rap sheet that included rape of a young girl, murder during a robbery and sentencing to life imprisonment which was commuted to a parole in 1923. 7
The fall of 1933 conviction of Sammons had been a victory for both Holley and Estill. In the frantic efforts to protect her good name after Dillinger's escape, Holley reminded the public that she had presided over custody of Sammons, who was a far greater threat to society than Dillinger. 8
"Mrs. Lillian Holley" retired from Lake County politics shortly after the escape, and her nephew, Carroll Holley took her place.
"Miss Marie Grott" settled by 1935 into to an administrative post within the Indianapolis State Police. That year, she became the first woman to head the Indiana Criminal Investigation Bureau. The surrounding publicity celebrated her appointment by referring to her as a "good-looking blonde." 9
"Because of her excellent work in the Dillinger and other important criminal cases, Miss Marie Grott, comely fingerprint expert, has been promoted to head the criminal identification bureau pf the Indiana State Police. Miss Grott has herself taken 139,000 fingerprints, and is adding to her files at the rate of 1,500 per month through exchanges with other states and the Department of Justice."
1. Ellen Poulsen and Lori Hyde, Chasing Dillinger: Indiana's Matt Leach Collides with the FBI, McFarland Publications, Exposit Imprint, to be released in 2018.
2. Basil Gallagher, "City's Queen of the Gun Moll Call Master Strategist of Terrorists," Indianapolis Times, February 1934; "Holmes Out as Kinder Counsel," Indianapolis Times, February 3, 1934.
3. Poulsen and Hyde, Chasing Dillinger.
4. "Marie Grott Seriously Hurt in Auto Crackup; Leach Also is Injured," The Indianapolis News, February 3, 1934.
5. "Indiana Desperado No. 1 Now Lodged in Jail of Mrs. Sheriff Holley," Indianapolis News, Jannuray 31, 193; "Woman Sheriff Unafraid as Killer Joins her Family," misc. news article.
6. Poulsen and Hyde, Chasing Dillinger.
7. John J. Binder, Al Capone's Beer Wars: A Complete History of Organized Crime in Chicago During Prohibition, Prometheus Books, 2017, 96, 97.
8. Ellen Poulsen, Don't Call Us Molls: Women of the John Dillinger Gang, Clinton Cook Publishing Corp., 2002, 140.
9. The Indianapolis News, September 14, 1935; "G-Woman in the U.S. Now",:Daily Mirror, September 14, 1935.
Ellen Poulsen is the author of Don't Call Us Molls: Women of the John Dillinger Gang; The Case Against Lucky Luciano: New York's Most Sensational Vice Trial; and co-author of the forthcoming Chasing Dillinger: Indiana's Matt Leach Collides with the FBI. She lectures on the 1930s gangster era and has appeared on numerous TV documentaries, including AMC's The Making of the Mob. She has started work on a book examining the 1934 New York State conviction and execution of accused husband "murderess" Anna Antonio.


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Militants in Nigeria have killed seven hostages, including three Westerners, in an act the British foreign secretary called "pure, cold-blooded murder."
The seven hostages — four Lebanese and one British, one Greek and one Italian citizen – worked for the Setrapo construction company. They were kidnapped Feb 16 from Jama'are, a town about 125 miles north of Bauchi, the capital of Bauchi state. Ansaru, a group that's an offshoot of Boko Haram, the militant Islamist movement, claimed responsibility for the killings.
Here's more from The Associated Press:
"Nigeria's police, military, domestic spy service and presidency remained silent over the killings of the construction company workers, kidnapped Feb. 16 from northern Bauchi state. The government's silence only led to more questions about the nation's continued inability to halt attacks that have seen hundreds killed in shootings, church bombings and an attack on the United Nations."
In a tweet, British Foreign Secretary William Hague identified the Briton killed.
In a statement, the Italian Foreign Ministry said the Italian victim symbolized the "deepest values that unite the Italian people: the attachment to work, professionalism, tenacity, spirit of sacrifice."
The Greek Foreign Ministry also confirmed the death, and said the victim's family had been notified.
The AP also reports that Ansaru, the militant group, announced the deaths on Saturday. The BBC reported that the hostages had been killed because of a rescue attempt by British and Nigerian forces.
"Britain's military said its warplanes which were recently spotted in Nigeria's capital Abuja had been there to carry soldiers taking part in the French-led operation in Mali - not to rescue hostages," the BBC reported.
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I've posted on this paddle many times before as it is the basis for the paddle in the header of the site and one of my favourite blade designs. Here is the version illustrated by Tappen Adney and the new one by illustrator A.G. Smith.
Adneys's Illustration
A.G. Smith's illustration


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Penumbral Lunar Eclipse, Full Moon, Comet Will Dazzle All at Once
Big news for astronomy fans.
This weekend will bring three cool events in the sky that you can see.
A penumbral eclipse is scheduled for Friday night at 7:43 p.m. ET.
What exactly is a penumbral eclipse? According to Earthsky.org, it's when "the more diffuse outer shadow of Earth falls on the moon's face. This third kind of lunar eclipse is much more subtle, and much more difficult to observe, than either a total or partial eclipse of the moon. There is never a dark bite taken out of the moon, as in a partial eclipse. The eclipse never progresses to reach the dramatic minutes of totality. At best, at mid-eclipse, very observant people will notice a dark shading on the moon's face. Others will look and notice nothing at all."
Those in the eastern part of North America (which has been hit with startling weather in the days leading up to the weekend) will be able to see the eclipse, which will take place during the second notable occurrence: a full "snow" moon, the name given to a full moon in February.
As if those aren't enough to get your inner stargazer all worked up comes the third sight to behold: the appearance of Comet 45P, which, will be 7.4 million away from Earth, the closest it will come to our planet. According to USA Today, "Look to the east around 3 a.m. (Eastern) Saturday morning, where it will be visible in the sky in the constellation Hercules. Binoculars or a telescope could be helpful. Watch for a bright blue-green 'head' with a tail."
The comet will zip through the sky at a blistering 51,000 miles per hour.
If you miss it, you'll have to wait until 2022 to catch it again.


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Miley Cyrus -- Under Fire for Beer Consumption
Miley Cyrus put herself and others at risk this week by indulging in that ice cold Corona at a nightclub in Spain ... this according to an international alcohol awareness organization.
Even though officials in Spain told us 17-year-old Miley didn't break any laws ... the head of the International Institute for Alcohol Awareness, James E. Copple, is concerned other young people will follow her lead and engage in "risky behavior associated with underage alcohol consumption."
Copple tells us, "The young people that see her as a role model could mimic the same behavior and as a consequence will go out and become intoxicated, putting their safety at risk."
Copple noted ... according to his organization, "85% of young people who drink, drink to get intoxicated."


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It's easy to feel vain about the look of your hair, especially if you have concerns over visible thinning and hair loss. Yet, some men don't seem bothered by their receding hair lines or shiny scalp, and embrace their baldness instead by shaving their heads completely. Is it better to consider treatment for your hair loss instead or is going bald with so much enthusiasm really a good idea?
The History of Baldness
Planned baldness, or shaving your head for the sake of fashion, has been in style just about since the dawn of time.
- In ancient Egypt, Rome and Greece, shaved heads were not uncommon and were even preferred. Egyptians then wore stylish wigs over their shaved heads for the blunt-cut black hairdo that so epitomizes this culture's fashion history. Priests in Egypt took this concept even further by removing all hair via plucking, including facial and body hair.
- During the reign of King Louis XIII of France, his premature baldness (at the tender age of just 23) led to a new fashion craze: the elaborate, curly-haired wig. Wigs soon became a status symbol in their own right, as evidenced by most of the royalty throughout Europe as well as the first American presidents.
Baldness wasn't always the height of status and fashion, however. In fact, a number of cultures viewed shaving the head as a punishment or penance, which is why so many prisoners are seen with bald heads in historical photos and etchings. Other cultures shaved their heads in times of mourning to show their grief as well as giving respect to their loved ones. To show her contrition for violating the rules of her band, begging forgiveness for her transgressions a Japanese pop star recently even shaved her head.
Baldness as Fashion Trend
These days, more men are likely to shave their heads and flaunt a shiny skull rather than covering up with a wig afterwards. Stars like Bruce Willis, Bryan Cranston in Breaking Bad and Vin Diesel have all made headlines with their squeaky clean look that has become synonymous with the tough guy persona. Ben Kingsley, Stanley Tucci and Patrick Stewart are just some of the more elegant actors that are recognizable by their characteristic lack of hair.
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Many of us buy into the common myths about happiness - but by doing so - we often end up feeling like something is wrong - and that we are destined to always be unhappy. What can we do to avoid these happiness myths - and live happier and more fufilling lives? We'll ask Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky is tonight's Conversations with Great Minds.


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Cinnamon: Can the red-brown spice with the unmistakable fragrance and variety of uses offer an important benefit? The common baking spice might hold the key to delaying the onset of –– or warding off –– the effects of Alzheimer's disease.
That is, according to Roshni George and Donald Graves, scientists at UC Santa Barbara. The results of their study, "Interaction of Cinnamaldehyde and Epicatechin with Tau: Implications of Beneficial Effects in Modulating Alzheimer's Disease Pathogenesis," appears in the online early edition of the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, and in the upcoming Volume 36, issue 1 print edition.
Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, a neurodegenerative disease that progressively worsens over time as it kills brain cells. No cure has yet been found, nor has the major cause of Alzheimer's been identified.
However, two compounds found in cinnamon –– cinnamaldehyde and epicatechin –– are showing some promise in the effort to fight the disease. According to George and Graves, the compounds have been shown to prevent the development of the filamentous "tangles" found in the brain cells that characterize Alzheimer's.
Responsible for the assembly of microtubules in a cell, a protein called tau plays a large role in the structure of the neurons, as well as their function.
"The problem with tau in Alzheimer's is that it starts aggregating," said George, a graduate student researcher. When the protein does not bind properly to the microtubules that form the cell's structure, it has a tendency to clump together, she explained, forming insoluble fibers in the neuron. The older we get the more susceptible we are to these twists and tangles; Alzheimer's patients develop them more often and in larger amounts.
The use of cinnamaldehyde, the compound responsible for the bright, sweet smell of cinnamon, has proven effective in preventing the tau knots. By protecting tau from oxidative stress, the compound, an oil, could inhibit the protein's aggregation. To do this, cinnamaldehyde binds to two residues of an amino acid called cysteine on the tau protein. The cysteine residues are vulnerable to modifications, a factor that contributes to the development of Alzheimer's.
"Take, for example, sunburn, a form of oxidative damage," said Graves, adjunct professor in UCSB's Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. "If you wore a hat, you could protect your face and head from the oxidation. In a sense this cinnamaldehyde is like a cap." While it can protect the tau protein by binding to its vulnerable cysteine residues, it can also come off, Graves added, which can ensure the proper functioning of the protein.
Oxidative stress is a major factor to consider in the health of cells in general. Through normal cellular processes, free radical-generating substances like peroxides are formed, but antioxidants in the cell work to neutralize them and prevent oxidation. Under some conditions however, the scales are tipped, with increased production of peroxides and free radicals, and decreased amounts of antioxidants, leading to oxidative stress.
Epicatechin, which is also present in other foods, such as blueberries, chocolate, and red wine, has proven to be a powerful antioxidant. Not only does it quench the burn of oxidation, it is actually activated by oxidation so the compound can interact with the cysteines on the tau protein in a way similar to the protective action of cinnamaldehyde.
"Cell membranes that are oxidized also produce reactive derivatives, such as Acrolein, that can damage the cysteines," said George. "Epicatechin also sequesters those byproducts."
Studies indicate that there is a high correlation between Type 2 diabetes and the incidence of Alzheimer's disease. The elevated glucose levels typical of diabetes lead to the overproduction of reactive oxygen species, resulting in oxidative stress, which is a common factor in both diabetes and Alzheimer's disease. Other research has shown cinnamon's beneficial effects in managing blood glucose and other problems associated with diabetes.
"Since tau is vulnerable to oxidative stress, this study then asks whether Alzheimer's disease could benefit from cinnamon, especially looking at the potential of small compounds," said George.
Although this research shows promise, Graves said, they are "still a long way from knowing whether this will work in human beings." The researchers caution against ingesting more than the typical amounts of cinnamon already used in cooking.
If cinnamon and its compounds do live up to their promise, it could be a significant step in the ongoing battle against Alzheimer's. A major risk factor for the disease –– age –––– is uncontrollable. In the United States, Alzheimer's presents a particular problem as the population lives longer and the Baby Boom generation turns gray, leading to a steep rise in the prevalance of the disease. It is a phenomenon that threatens to overwhelm the U.S. health care system. According to the Alzheimer's Association, in 2013, Alzheimer's disease will cost the nation $203 billion.
"Wouldn't it be interesting if a small molecule from a spice could help?" commented Graves, "perhaps prevent it, or slow down the progression."
Notes about this Alzheimer's disease research
John Lew, associate professor in the Department of Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology, also participated in this study, as well as previous research that has demonstrated cinnamon extract's inhibitory effect on tau aggregation.
The Journal of Alzheimer's Disease is an international multidisciplinary journal to facilitate progress in understanding the etiology, pathogenesis, epidemiology, genetics, behavior, treatment, and psychology of Alzheimer's disease.
Contact: Sonia Fernandez – UC Santa Barbara
Source: UC Santa Barbara press release
Image Source: The cinnamon sticks image is available in the public domain.
Original Research: Abstract for "Interaction of Cinnamaldehyde and Epicatechin with Tau: Implications of Beneficial Effects in Modulating Alzheimer's Disease Pathogenesis" by Roshni C. George, John Lew and Donald J. Graves in Journal of Alzheimer's Disease. Published online March 26 2013 doi: 10.3233/JAD-122113


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MSU leads in insect rearing
By Cheree Franco
MSU Ag Communications
MISSISSIPPI STATE -- Most Mississippians spend their lives swatting mosquitoes, but each fall scientists from all over the world flock to Mississippi State University to learn to raise hardy mosquitoes, flies and other insects.
In 1999, professor emeritus Frank Davis and a handful of his colleagues in the entomology department recognized a lack of mass insect-rearing facilities at universities. They approached Vance Watson, then Vice President of Agriculture, with a proposal.
The university awarded the entomology department $200,000 to create an insect-rearing center.
"The investment has seen a huge return," Davis said.
In 2000, MSU held its first international insect-rearing workshop. Now the workshop fills slots a year in advance, and the entomology department has published "Principles and Procedures for Rearing High Quality Insects," the only comprehensive textbook available on the subject, according to Davis.
"The book was truly made at MSU," Davis said. "The concept was born here. One of our entomology professors, John Schneider, edited it, agricultural communications laid it out, and the IT department built the website."
"It's the best value of any book I've ever seen," said MSU alumnus and workshop lecturer William Fisher, who manages an insectary for BASF, the world's largest chemical company. "It's $70 and all usable information."
Workshop participants come from public, private and nonprofit sectors.
Neil Naish rears sterile insects for the UK-based Oxitec. His company wanted to expand facilities, so Naish crossed the Atlantic to learn about air filtration and other components of insectary design.
Alyssa Borek cares for a species of Tanzanian frogs that are extinct in the wild. Her employer, the Bronx Zoo, wants her eventually to breed feeder insects for reptiles. Another zookeeper, Elio Cruz, needed to learn rearing in order to replenish his exhibits at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History's Insect Zoo.
And in some companies, attending the workshop is standard operating procedure.
"My boss came, his boss came, one of my coworkers came last year, and there's a new employee who's planning on coming next year," said Beth Pfau, a Monsanto research assistant. Over the years, the biotech company has sent 14 employees to the workshop.
Tara Van Beelen works for an animal science consultancy in the Netherlands.
"Our minister of agriculture thinks that insects will be a new source of protein," she explained. "In 2050, there will be 9 billion people in the world, and we need to prepare for a protein shortage."
In some cases, the 2010 insect rearing workshop will immediately alter protocol. Gwen Keller oversees the production of 45 million Screw Worm flies each week at a U.S. Department of Agriculture facility in Panama. "I've wondered about our air filtration system, but I haven't gotten that involved," she said. "Now I'll go back to the engineers and ask them to show me."
With the rise of organic farming, insects that feed on destructive plant bugs have increasingly become the focus of public attention, and notable charities such as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation have funded sterile insect release programs to fight insect-borne diseases, including malaria and yellow fever.
"These days, there's more money for research and more respect for researchers," said Fisher. "And where insect rearing is concerned, MSU is certainly a leader in the field."
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All our products are Fair Trade with the artists either working for themselves or working in co-operatives. The items purchased from our Shona artists support the indigenous tribes of Zimbabwe. We believe that it is now more important than ever to keep supporting these artists during these increasingly difficult times as the ability of these artists to support their families depends on our purchases.


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The Opulence Hour Burlesque Show
The Opulence Hour is a weekly burlesque revue showcasing glitz, glam & larger than life vibes featuring the most decadent dames and dandies in New Orleans!
Time & Location
Nov 05, 2023, 8:00 PM – Nov 06, 2023, 10:00 PM
New Orleans, 508 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
About the event
The troupe that brought you "Talk Nerdy To Me: A Weekly Nerdlesque Revue" is putting on our Sunday best for this new over-the-top burlesque and variety show that promises looks to kill and acts to die for. Catch The Society of Sin Burlesque & Variety every Sunday at The Maison on Frenchman at 8p. Every week there is a different show filled with decadent costumes, extravagant aesthetics, and big moods from our rotating cast of professional entertainers. End your weekend with a glass of champagne and an eyeful of something exquisite every Sunday at "The Opulence Hour!"
Featuring a rotating cast of performers including Xena Zeit-Geist, Ariana Amour, Anjle, The Great Dane, Eddie Lockwood, Angie Z, Chère Noble, Jeez Loueez, Juno, Aria Delanoche, Synamin Vixen, Juno, Ula Uberbusen, Ash Wednesday, Poseidon Davenport, Eros Sea , Remy Dee and many more! A different lineup every week!
Admission $20 at the door
Every Sunday!
Doors at 7:30p, show at 8p
Upstairs in the Penthouse at Maison, 508 Frenchman St., New Orleans, LA
How do I buy tickets? The venue does not allow us (the Society of Sin) to pre-sell tickets but may have tickets available through their website or through Eventbrite. Tickets will always be on sale starting at 7:30p at the door on the day of the show. Often people begin lining up downstairs at 7:15p. Cash is preferred but we can accept Venmo or Cashapp in a pinch.
Is photography allowed? Flash photography is not allowed during the show, but there is often time after to get pictures with performers. If you do take photos, please let the performers know and tag The Society of Sin if you post the photos: @thesocietyofsin on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
What is the policy on tipping? If you enjoy our performance, you may throw money into our tip bucket or on stage. We ask that you do not touch the performers.
How much of the proceeds go to performers? Performers and the crew (sound person, stage kitten, etc.) receive 100% of ticket sales, tips, raffle tickets and merchandise sold. What is the dress code? Typically on the nicer end of casual, but we always appreciate it when people come dressed to fit the theme in costumes related to the show.
How long does the show last? The show lasts roughly one hour. On an average night, doors open at 7p, the show starts at 7:30p, and we wrap up before 9p.
Do you sell merchandise and other items at the show? Yes, we regularly have merchandise from stickers to jewelry to panties for sale at the show. I'm bringing a friend who is celebrating a birthday, getting married, etc., is there anything special that I can do for them? We sell raffle tickets every night for a chance to be pulled on stage with the cast at the end of the show. Friends are encouraged to take photos/video. If you want VIP treatment and don't want to leave it up to chance, please email us at email@example.com for more information about our special event packages.
Is there an age restriction? Patrons must be 21+ to attend shows at Maison.
I love burlesque! How do I get involved? Go to shows. Go to a million shows. Introduce yourself to the performers and crew people and state your interest in a way that is not entitled or abrasive!


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Gourmands in search of the world's most extraordinary offerings have their own version of a bucket list, crossing off highly praised restaurants—many of which have to be booked months in advance—as they traverse the world. One of the biggest influences in creating such a tally is the annual World's 50 Best Restaurants guide. Since its inception in 2002, the rankings have pointed people to fine dining establishments around the globe, leading them to chefs who are, according to the organization, the most exciting minds in gastronomy.
This year's iteration was announced today in Bilbao, a city located in Spain's Basque Country. The region is a mecca for tasting menus, but is equally adored for its pintxos, bite-size snacks that are ordered at a bar and far more accessible than their white tablecloth counterparts. In the spirit of celebrating such culinary destinations, and to get the skinny on where to nosh on delectable food, we've asked the newly inaugurated best chefs of the world to share their favorite cities for food.
1. Massimo Bottura, Osteria Francescana "In a nostalgic way I have to say my hometown, Modena, Italy, in which I rediscover again and again the flavors of my youth. I see Milan as somewhere that breaks down walls; they broke the walls of the classic Italian town and became a city open to the world and their gastronomy is really interesting. Hong Kong is [also] one of my favorite places in the world—it's so incredible. New York because it's like my hometown. Talking about Modena and New York is the same thing; I feel such amazing joy there and it's where I met [my wife] Lara. And Tokyo because there are so many friends: there's Narisawa, there's RyuGin, there's Luca Fantin, but also my friend Jiro. I'm the only person in the world who can go to Jiro without a reservation and eat there—it's not because I say so, it's because he says so! And that's my approach with the world and traveling . . . to stay in the kitchens of my friends and feel like home."
2. Joan Roca, El Celler de Can Roca "I love Bangkok for its street food; Mexico City for its diverse and fantastic gastronomy; Seoul has a very interesting culinary tradition that I feel really close to and I also enjoy the street food there; and Girona, my city. It's difficult to choose my favorite restaurants since I have so many friends in each city. There are so many interesting restaurants to explore in those cities, and others as well."
3. Mauro Colagreco, Mirazur "Bangkok is one of my favorite cities in the world. It's dynamic and diverse; a melting pot of different countries and cultures yet still anchored in strong Thai tradition, with each district having its own unique atmosphere. I've only discovered the city recently and am in awe of how refined the cuisine is, embracing the ingredients and aromatic flavors. Rich Thai broths flavored with spices served on the streets of Bangkok is something I've grown to love. Tom yum, and variations of it, are so distinctive to the culture of the city. The iconic restaurant Gaggan is one to visit for a blowout meal; it's truly remarkable and an experience like no other. For high-quality ingredients, delicate presentation, and the 'wow' factor, Kyo Bar presents outstanding pastry skills. Le Normandie provides delicious seasonal tastes and flavors specializing in modern French cuisine in the heart of Bangkok. And for family-style Thai, the restaurant Baan stands out from all others and is just delicious."
4. Daniel Humm, Eleven Madison Park "I'm biased, but I think New York continues to just be an incredible place to eat. I'm allowed to have hometown pride, right?! My recommendation is to always find a mix, go to those spots with history and deep roots, but also be sure to try something new to see how cuisine is pushing itself forward in the city. You can dine incredibly well here for just a few dollars per meal, or treat yourself to something that's more of a multi-course, sit-down experience. There are too many options to name, but my go-tos have been Russ & Daughters for a classic bagel sandwich and smoked fish, pizza from Pasquale Jones, pasta and rustic Italian from I Sodi, Kajitsu for incredibly beautiful and delicious vegetarian Japanese food, or Breads Bakery for their addictive babka . . . there really are limitless options across so many different types of cuisines. Even a visit to the Union Square Greenmarket right now will produce so many things to eat—baked goods, fresh fruit, vegetables, meats, and cheeses, all from the surrounding region."
5. Gaggan Anand, Gaggan "We're in one of them! So of course [Bilbao and the surrounding area]. I love my home city Kolkata, so even though there are better cities than that in the world, it won't beat my childhood memories, because I was born and raised there. I live in Bangkok and we all know about Bangkok. It's a city where people come for food more than anything else. And I love Fukuoka, Japan, where I'm going in the future. I also now like Hong Kong a lot because it's all about street food and noodles—I'm big on Asian food. And then I want to explore South America more, go to new territories . . . . The world is incredible. Food is such an interconnected thing and it's important to tell everyone that yes, this could be my favorite, but it's very personal. If there's a city without any good food, I won't go there! It's tough [to name some of my favorite restaurants], but in Fukuoka there's an izakaya where I eat a lot called Mikan—it's new, has natural wine, simple food. In Hong Kong, my favorite noodle bar is closing in August, but they make noodles with the old bamboo method and it's called Wing Wah. I love it, so I'm going to try and go have my noodle binge before they close. In the Basque Country, Etxebarri. Then in Kolkata there are many street vendors, some of which don't even have a name, but I know exactly who is who, and the fathers used to cook for me when I was kid and now their sons cook for me. And it's in the streets and that's my memory of the streets, and that's very important."