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UN agencies support policy engagement on sustainable development in AzerbaijanFeb 14, 2018
Baku, 14 February 2018 – A national stakeholder consultation workshop taking place in Baku and led by a group of United Nations agencies is set to address the integration of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into national development plans in Azerbaijan. Bringing together around 50 representatives of Government, United Nations Agencies and the private sector, the workshop is the continuation of a strategic policy support mission that started in Azerbaijan in May-June 2017.
Based on consultations with the Government and a range of subject-matter experts, the mission produced an SDG Mainstreaming, Acceleration and Policy Support (MAPS) report, which outlines a set of conclusive policy and programming steps to drive the national SDG implementation process in Azerbaijan. The report, which was first submitted to the Government last November, has been the key focus of today's workshop, as United Nations agencies teamed up with national stakeholders aiming to draw a tangible vision for development change in the country.
MAPS is a globally recognised approach to supporting national capacities to accelerate the achievement of the SDGs conceptually and strategically. It puts the importance of partnership networks, public accountability, reporting, financing and enforcement of reliable data at the forefront of holistic development policy.
UNDP Deputy Assistant Administrator and Deputy Regional Director at UNDP Regional Bureau for Europe and the CIS Rastislav Vrbensky mentioned that, to date MAPS missions have been conducted in more than two dozen countries and another two dozen missions are planned for this year. Mr. Vrbensky emphasised that the analysis of the MAPS report from Azerbaijan, along with its recommendations, is important not only for Azerbaijan, but for other countries that are now using this platform to accelerate national SDG implementation.
Acknowledging the remarkable dedication the country has shown in the implementation of the SDGs, UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident Representative in Azerbaijan Ghulam Isaczai noted that "Azerbaijan has been a frontrunner in promoting Sustainable Development Goals in the region". In this spirit, he reiterated, the UN will continue to work with Government of Azerbaijan, the private sector, media and civil society to ensure that skills, technical expertise and guidance of the UN system in this area are available and provided in a timely and efficient manner.
The MAPS workshop is organised as part of the project on "Supporting the localisation of Sustainable Development Goals and alignment of national development plans to the SDGs". The project, ending in March 2018, is implemented by the United Nations Development Programme in partnership with the National Coordination Council on Sustainable Development.Contact information
Arzu Jafarli, Communications and External Relations Analyst for UNDP in Azerbaijan, email@example.com


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Restoring Construction Soils with Compost, Earthworms and Plants
Urban soils at the scene of construction where subsoil has been brought to the surface, mixed or that have had the topsoil removed and construction materials like sand, stone, brick etc. embedded in them can pose a challenge to regenerate. Stabilising these soils such that rain and flood doesn't cause erosion is also an important task.
To help understand what contributes to soil aggregate formation and the stability of these soils researchers studied the "Interactive effects of compost, plants and earthworms on the aggregations of constructed Technosols" and found increasing amounts of compost needed increasing amounts of plants or earthworms to make a difference.
Aggregation is an important physical process to study during the early formation of Technosols. It is known to be influenced both by the organic matter content and soil biota. Constructed Technosols represent good models to test the importance of these factors since their composition can be easily manipulated by mixing different proportions of parent materials and introducing soil organisms. In this study, we performed a 5 month mesocosm experiment, using excavated deep horizons of soils (EDH) as mineral material mixed with green waste compost (GWC) at six different proportions (from 0 to 50%) in the presence or absence of plants and/or earthworms. After 21 weeks of incubation, aggregation was characterized by: 1) determining the size fraction and morphology, 2) measuring the distribution of organic carbon (OC) in each fraction and 3) testing the aggregate stability. Results showed that organisms accounted for 50% of soil aggregation variance while green waste compost (GWC) was responsible for only 5% of the variance. The percentage of total variance of OC distribution in aggregates explained by organisms, GWC, and the interaction of the two was similar (28%, 22% and 26%, respectively). The effect of GWC on structural stability was negligible (2%) compared to that of organisms (70%). The effect of earthworms combination with plants was complex: plants had a dominant effect on the distribution of the size of aggregates by disrupting earthworm casts, but earthworms had a dominant effect over plants for aggregate stability under fast wetting only when the percentage of compost was low. This study underlines the importance of considering the interaction of the organic matter and soil biota: in this case, increasing compost proportion in a Technosol has significant effects on aggregation only in the presence of plants or earthworms.
Interactive effects of compost, plants and earthworms on the aggregations of constructed Technosols
Farm Managed Natural Regeneration
This picture is an example of what can be achieved by managing existing trees that have been over harvested by man that still have large roots hidden below the surface. These trees are managed for regrowth. And the picture is from desert to regrowth in four years. The tree then created microclimates under the trees that increased yields.
Reforesting 5 Million+ Hectares in the Desert: Tony Rinaudo's FMNR from Raleigh Latham on Vimeo.
Wildfires in the state of Victoria, Australia – Documentary
Victoria, Australia, February 2009. Black Saturday.
The role of fire in ecosystems.


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Government hiked the taxes of tobacco so high that the profits to be got from smuggling indeed couldn't be refused.
To ensure that there's enough customers to go round for all the Mafia gangs, the government directed their agencies such as UKBA/Border Force to target legitimate cross-border shoppers. These shoppers once robbed of their legally bought goods invariably ended up as customers for the smuggling trade.
Further help was given by the government when they made laws that forced shops to hide the legitimate tobacco products making it an ordeal to purchase one's tobacco of choice. No such problem with the illicit trade ... their customer service is second to none ... they'll even make home deliveries!
The Mafia gangs then sought more profit by counterfeiting the reputable brands. Technology allowed them to do this but only to a certain degree because the reputable brands used embossing and the like on their packaging. The Mafia gangs found this very expensive to replicate. So they went and saw their friends in government and asked them to do something about it.
Government duly obliged and brought in plain packaging.
Truly Golden Years for the criminal fraternity :)
It matters not that the government has destroyed legitimate businesses and put people on the dole. What next, you ask? Well, alcohol of course!
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Fortune: Social Media at the Border: Can Agents Ask for Your Facebook Feed? by Jeff John Roberts:
As part of their mission to protect the country, border agents enjoy broad power to question and search anyone entering the U.S. But as more travelers show up with smartphones and social media accounts in hand, some are asking how far this power should extend in the digital age.
The issue arose last year when a new travel form asked foreigners about their social media accounts, and it bubbled up again following Trump's recent immigration order banning travel by citizens of seven countries. Most notably, an advocacy group filed a complaint with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, claiming agents are subjecting the phones and social media accounts of Muslim-Americans to extra scrutiny.


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EU civil protection programme assists Azerbaijan in reforming its flood risk management legislation
June 13, 2018
On 13 June, the Flood Risk Management Working Group of Azerbaijan was inaugurated in the country's capital of Baku. Led by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the Working Group was supported by the EU-funded Programme on Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural and Man-made Disasters in the Eastern Partnership Countries (PPRD East 2).
The organisations that compose the Working Group are the Water Resources State Agency of Azerbaijan, several departments from the country's Ministry of Emergency Situations and Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources, the Institute of Geography of Azerbaijan, and the country's Red Crescent Society.
The aim of the Working Group is to address the approximation of the national legal and institutional flood risk management framework in Azerbaijan to the requirements of the EU Floods Directive.
The EU-funded PPRD East programme was designed to contribute to the peace, stability, security and prosperity of the EU's Eastern Partner countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine. It also aims to protect the environment, population, cultural heritage, resources and infrastructures of the region by strengthening the countries' resilience, preparedness and response to man-made disasters and disasters caused by natural hazards.
Now in its 2nd phase, the PPRD East 2 programme facilitates the strengthening of disaster risk management capacities at national level in the six countries. It also works to strengthen regional cooperation among the partner countries, and brings the countries progressively closer to the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.
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Posted by : Shoumik Das Monday, May 5, 2014
Any election without its humour and laughable moments is no fun. Lately, apart from the politicians it's the Election Commission (EC) and its multiple Commissioners and field level Commissioners that have been providing some comic moments. They have this thing called Model Code of Conduct (MCC) which the politicians and other public figures campaigning are supposed to follow. I believe Mohinder Amarnath would have called these guys "a bunch of jokers" without a second thought; such is their implementation of policies and codes. The first and foremost task of the EC is to ensure all voters who wish to vote are able to vote without hindrance. They have failed miserably in this task and someone needs to explain and probably even be prosecuted for this serious lapse. It's not even a question of a few hundreds or thousands, this runs into millions according to news reports:
There is no denying that the task of conducting elections in India is a huge one. It's the biggest elections on the planet that can face a lot of hurdles. That is understandable and we shall deal with it later. But why should there be a problem with something as clerical as voter rolls? Six Million in just one state and there maybe others in other states too. That's not a small number, that's almost like disenfranchising the whole of Israel or Sweden or Switzerland. The EC apologised for this but this is a crime that needs much more than a mere apology. This is the reason people have stopped trusting even the EC. An earlier CEC, Naveen Chawla, was reportedly talking to Congress party members from the toilet of his office. And after all this the EC gets into idiotic issues of MCC.
First they ban Amit Shah for his "revenge" speech. Then they ban Azam Khan for his "Muslims saved Kargil" speech. Both are idiotic cases and didn't deserve any action. But like the media, the EC too now indulges in "monkey balancing". Amit Shah's ban has been reversed but not Azam Khan's. I'm no fan of Khan but if he wants to say Muslims saved Kargil, what is wrong in it? At best it's a lie or not the full truth. That should be combated by other politicians not by the EC. Which political speech during an election does not have some sprinkling of lies and distortions? This whole nonsense of "hate speech" is driven a lot by religious issues. There is nothing hateful in what Khan or Shah said. Why are we so scared that Hindus and Muslims are dumb who will fall prey to such speeches? Are the ECs supposed to act as their Mother-in-law?
There is another moron (who invented the DNA testing system) called Abu Azmi who wants the DNA of those Muslims, who didn't vote for his party, to scientifically establish if they are Muslims or RSS members. For the record, even RSS has a Muslim-wing. So far, terrorists wanted to hear some verses from Quran or the name of Mohammad's mother to establish one was a Muslim. Now we have a new method? In case some have forgotten, this same EC covered all theelephants of Mayawati on frivolous claims of other parties that it would influence voters. The EC spent crores on it. Does the EC really believe voters are that dumb? There was even a complaint by Congress in MP to hide lotus ponds. This has been getting sillier with time. Then there's the question of campaigning or flashing symbols on voting day. Which age does the EC live in?
The EC recently filed FIRs againstNarendra Modi for flashing the Lotus badge while talking to media after voting in Gandhinagar on April 30. The Congress and others complained about it and the EC held a special 3 hour emergency meeting after which they decided to file the FIRs against Modi. This is as stupid as it gets. There's a 24X7 media beaming sound-bites from various candidates on voting day. There was Nandan Nilekani commenting on BJP and why Congress should win after he voted in Bangalore. In the pic below, others using symbols after voting are doing so deliberately and not accidentally:
There was Meera Sanyal in Mumbai condemning Milind Deora after she voted in Mumbai. There are many such cases and the complaints can be endless. If that is not enough, on voting days at some places there is campaigning on at other towns. The media airs those campaigns. Does it not influence voters? Is the EC under the impression what Modi may say in Bangalore may not have any impact on a voter in Bihar which may have a voting-day? Or are the channels not airing the campaigns in voting areas? What is the point of the whole farce of FIRs and silly actions wasting time from an important exercise in the country? Because the media morons and Congress screamed the EC filed an FIR against Giriraj Singh (Who said Modi-haters must go to Pakistan). The arrest warrant against him has been quashed by the Jharkhand HC. What is so painful about what Giriraj said? (There are already people who have said they will leave the country if Modi becomes PM). It may offend some people but is mere offence cause enough for the EC's quixotic behaviour? In an interesting story, the state of Ohio in the US has banned negative campaigning and lies against candidates. Although this has been challenged in their SC under First Amendment rights, there is a similar need for dramatic change in our MCC. Operating the same MCC where prosecutable crimes aren't separated from petty issues drains the EC of valuable time, resources and focus.
If at all the EC and political parties really want to stop this silly incidents all they have to do is have clear guidelines for the media. In this day and age it is absurd not to recognise that channels like NDTV, Timesnow, CNN-IBN, Aajtak and other groups are active campaigners in elections. Each media channel supports and campaigns for a party. The excessive promotion of Mrs Vadra by Arnab Goswami and TimesNow has reached levels of absolute moronery. Even the most stupid and childish things she says and does are peddled as great political insight or skill. Silly Arnab even had problems with someone calling her "Mrs Vadra" because the Vadra name is now associated with land scams which are in the news again. Given all these stupidities does the EC have time for crimes such as illegal voter cards?
The EC has been quixotic in almost all elections. First off, holding a national election over 35-40 day period itself is a very absurd practice. The gaps between voting days provide enough opportunities for political parties to get exit polls from sources and even corrupt media channels to tailor their campaigns in between voting days. It also provides opportunities for other corrupt practices to be extended. The whole exercise has to be modernised and completed within a week. It may be a tall task and require a lot of resources. It's better to make those resources available and enable elections to finish inside a week. Considering elections form one of the most important parts of a democracy, the new govt must make it a top priority for electoral reforms. That would at least be a start to stop the EC's Quixotic ways.
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Broccoli attacks bladder cancer cells
Also sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol are most concentrated in cruciferous vegetables, and are linked with reducing the risk of breast, prostrate, cervical, and other cancers, as well as reducing the size and growth of some tumors.... more
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July 13, 2005
Brain-boost drugs could become as common as a cup of coffee
They see such "cognitive enhancers" as becoming as "common as coffee," and even opined that some time in the future, children taking exams might face having to take drug tests, as athletes do, to see if they've taken any 'performance enhancing substances'.... more
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July 12, 2005
Researchers Discover How Tumor Suppressor Gene Works
Interesting thing about this article, the moment I saw it I immediately thought about - green tea, well, at least the EGCG(Epigallocatechin-3-gallate, a green-tea polyphenol) in the tea.... more
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Morning Roundup of Interesting Blog Reads
Here's an eclectic blend of some of the more interesting blog reads in the sphere this morning.... more
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July 11, 2005
Curry Spice Shuts Down Melanoma
... one of the most studied chemopreventive agents. It is a natural compound extracted from Curcuma longa L. that allows suppression, retardation or inversion of carcinogenesis.... more
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Food allergies a growing concern
For people with severe allergies, consumption of minute amounts of an ordinary food such as milk, peanuts or shellfish commands the immune system to unleash a full-scale assault on the rest of the body.... more
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July 7, 2005
Hyperthermia, an Emerging Therapy that Heats Malignant Cells, Can Improve Local Tumor Control by Making Radiation More Effective... more
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July 6, 2005
Sex Hormone Levels not Linked to Libido in Women
it is reasonable to consider testosterone therapy for a symptomatic androgen-deficient woman with "Women's Sexual Interest and Desire Disorder," but that you can't count on measurements of androgen levels as being useful in the diagnosis.... more
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July 5, 2005
'Talking' chemical may signal hostile cancer
Usually these tumours are diagnosed only after they have spread to other parts of the body, but now we have the potential to recognise them before they metastasise... more
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Listening to a little Björk last night while whipping up some fruit dip (as you do), I started thinking about how I used to really not like Björk. Really, really not. I always thought she was cool, but her music was a little too freaky for me. I wasn't quite ready for a voice as unusual as hers.
Which was a long, long time ago, back when she first started appearing in the charts. I suppose that idea just got stuck in my head, which happens sometimes. Until I happened upon a version of "Human Behaviour" by Colin Meloy. I put in on a mix and it really showed me what a great song it is – and what I'd been missing in Björk for years. It took some time, but I've finally come to love her crazy voice and seemingly limitless talent.
While thinking all this, stirring up my dip, I realized that I could tell the exact same story about Joanna Newsom. I found her fascinating, but couldn't imagine a whole album of that tiny voice. When I found out that The Decemberists' "Bridges and Balloons" was actually Joanna Newsom's, I turned right around and got myself The Milk-Eyed Mender, which I now love dearly.
So, cheers very much, Colin Meloy, for making me realize what I was missing!
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There is no right or wrong way to travel
There is no right or wrong way to travel, but you can always use some more tips and ideas. There are things that you may have not even thought of yourself. The article below has some great travel related tips, that are sure to keep your next vacation, worry free.
If you will be traveling through a smaller airport, check which airlines offer services there. Some smaller ones have charter airlines that don't pop up when you research online, so they may have better prices than the larger companies.
When staying at a hotel that offers a digital alarm clock, check both the time and the alarm when you first arrive. It is a common prank to pre-set the alarm to extremely early times, or to fiddle with the time displayed on the clock. Late at night when you go to bed, you may not realize your clock is 30 minutes fast or slow.
Taking a train can be an attractive mode of travel for many reasons. For one it does not require effort from the individual beyond sitting in their seat. A person is free to do whatever they want to do while they are en route. There are also many other reasons why traveling by train is enjoyable.
When traveling, the savvy tourist will always be on the lookout for local restaurants. A chain restaurant, even one belonging to a foreign chain the traveler does not know, will never be as colorful as an independently operated eatery. Not only are locally-owned restaurants more memorable, they are frequently cheaper than more generic options.
Whether you travel for business or with their family, London is one of the most appreciated cities on the continent because it offers many opportunities to its visitors and tourists, including taxi transfers from or to Gatwick airport .
Remote areas are often among the most interesting of possible travel destinations. Just make sure you take necessities like your prescription medicines with you. One way of looking at it is that if something isn't available for sale where you are then you probably didn't need it anyway! Items like medicines, however, can be indispensable so don't leave having them to chance.
Every traveler should know by now that joking around isn't the smartest thing to do while waiting in check in and security lines any more. Airport personnel are simply too concerned about terrorism to take jokes lightly. Progress through these lines politely and in a businesslike manner. You're more likely to be treated accordingly.
If you are going to travel to another country you will need to get a passport. This can take some time so it is best to prepare in advance. You should be prepared to answer questions, bring in legal documents to prove who you are, and plan to wait a few weeks or more for the passport to be ready for you to travel with.
When buying airline tickets, purchase them as far in advance as possible. Two months in advance is when the cheapest flights are available through the airlines. If you know you are traveling for the holidays, it is especially important to buy your airline tickets as early as you can to get the cheapest tickets.
Securing travel insurance should be a priority for your upcoming vacation. Unforeseen accidents, travel hiccups or even weather anomalies, can strike at any time during your trip. Protecting yourself with insurance can relieve much of the distress involved with these types of occurrences and give you some peace of mind.
America offers many natural parks, with many options for the adventure of your choosing. When deciding what park is right for you, first decide how you want to play. America's natural parks offer an endless range of activities. You will find everything from volcanoes to white river rafting to a quiet stroll through the wilderness.
Companies that rent cars typically require renters to be at least 18 years old. However, some require them to be at least 25 years old. A higher rate may be offered to you if you are not yet 25, and you may need to provide a credit card. There are some cities that do not allow seniors to rent cars. When you reserve the car, make certain to ask about age restrictions.
To avoid jet lag and getting sick while flying, make sure to drink plenty of water. Staying hydrated while you fly will increase your energy levels and combat fatigue. You can always ask for water on board, but it is often easier to buy a large bottle of water after you go through security.
Consider purchasing a wi-fi detector before you travel on a road trip. Not having access to the internet can make a road trip seem a little lonely. A wi-fi detector can help you find a hotspot even when businesses are not advertising that they have it available. You can find these signal detectors on just about anything, including keychains.
Buses have long been looked upon as a cheap, uncivil way to travel. However, travel via bus is much better today than it used to be. Buses are clean and have amenities like Wi-fi and outlets to plug in your electronics. You can find several bus companies that provide trips to and from large cities.
Consider picking up take-out menus and using them as your travel souvenirs. If you eat at a particularly great place, ask for a copy of the menu and write down what you ate on it. These menus can help you remember what you enjoyed and even allow you to seek out similar meals in your area.
When going on a road trip, make sure that you pack sunglasses and plenty of sunscreen for everyone on the trip. Many people can easily get burned via the car window and the sun can be harsh during mid-day trips. Keep your skin and eyes protected by packing prior, so that you don't have to waste time stopping at a store or gas station along the way.
Keeping your vacation worry free is always a must. It is always helpful to read ideas from others and how they solve their problems. Arm yourself with knowledge for your next business trip or vacation. Sticking to the ideas in the article above, is a sure way to your success.


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50 things top 10 challenge at Alderley Edge
With help from kids all over the country, we've put together the ultimate list of 50 things to do before you're 11 ¾ and here is our top 10 list for you to try. We've got everything you'll need so let the adventure begin...
What will you try first?
1. Climb a tree
There are some ideal mature beech trees which are perfect for children looking for adventure.
4. Build a den
You will find everything you need to create your own den, collect some branches, sticks and soft leaves and let your imagination run wild.
6. Run around in the rain
There are plenty of places to shelter from the rain. Put on your wellies and see how many puddles you can find.
12. Make a trail with sticks
Why not make a trail and play hide and seek with friends. You could make arrows from twigs for directions to help them find you.
18. Create some wild art
The woods are a treasure trove of natural materials (cones, leaves, twigs) which could provide inspiration for a work of art.
22. Explore inside a tree
Take a look inside some of our trees, the holes have been made by insects chomping on rotting wood.
31. Hunt for bugs
Our woodland is teeming with bugs of all shapes and sizes. Look out for beetles, spiders and larvae under stones and fallen branches, what will you find today?
33. Catch a falling leaf
When the leaves start to fall its' a great time to see how many you can catch before they reach the ground.
44. Go bird watching
Look out for nuthatches, tree creepers and blue tits and if you're lucky you may see or at least hear a woodpecker.
45. Find your way with a map and compass
Put your map reading skills to the test through our maze of paths or try one of our three orienteering routes.


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Part 27
Ram: Soumaya you stay here in case she comes back and if she does make sure you call me… I will go and search for her she couldn't have gone far.
Ram drove around frantically, searching left, right and center for his wife. Slamming his palms on the steering wheel countless times as he drove, cursing himself for letting the most important person in his life get away. Half an hour passed by in the blink of an eye as Ram's eye desperately sought out for Priya refusing to blink. He pulled the car over to the side of the road, halting abruptly as he screamed slamming his head down on the steering wheel, "WHERE ARE YOU PRIYA? I NEED YOU!!!" Tears squeezed out from the corner of his eyes as he shut it tightly; her memories occupied his lens like a bittersweet slideshow that seemed incomplete and rather short. He wanted to create more memories with her to add to his cherished collection but it would only remain a futile wish without her and he was not about to let that be the case. Motivated by his selfish wish to have her, he sat up in his seat with a jolt and rougly brushed his hot palms across his cheeks while he gave himself a pep talk, "Sitting here and crying won't do you any good Ram. You have to find her. You spent 5 years without her, that's enough separation for a lifetime. Don't let another 5 minutes pass by without her by your side. Time is sly Ram, it can turn 5 minutes into 5 years and the realization of this leap hits us only after the fact, when it is too late to act, to late to get those potentially beautiful moments back… You know this Ram; you've been through this before… Those lonely nights wondering, "what if Priya were still in your life? What if you could've protected her from going to jail? And the thought that will be the death of you is when you look back at tonight and wonder, "What if I joined her for dinner on the terrace…" His conscious jerked back into action after his subconscious stumbled upon the word, "terrace"… "Terrace, Terrace," he repeated as he scractched his temple trying to recall it's significance. "Shit that's it" Pushing the clutch down he shifted into first gear and drove off to the beach; the same one where he had taken Priya to count stars after the terrace idea had flopped.
The stakes were high, his love was on the line and he had bet all his chips of this location… Guess tonight lady luck was on his side as his eyes absorbed the sight of his ladylove sitting on the sand with her knees bent, her arms wrapped around it and her head resting upon it. He ran towards her faster than he had ever in his life for anything let alone anyone, igorning the lactic acid build up in his leg muscles that caused a painful burning sensation. Stopping right in front of where she was seated, he breathed heavily as he managed to say, "Priya!" She did not look up at him. His knees dug into the sand as he kneeled in front of her and with his trembling hands he cupped her moist face and lifted it up staring into her red swollen eyes. His thumbs glided across her cheeks wiping her tears as he leaned forward and kissed her on her forehead, the force of his kiss pushing her head back gently. When he leaned back to look at her, he saw that her eyes were shut tightly out of anger. Still cupping her face in between his hands, he sweeped his thumbs across her cheeks once more to wipe away a fresh set of tears.
Ram: I am not sorry for what I have said or done, Priya.
She opened her eyes and stared at him furiously as she pushed his hands away from her face.
Priya: Then why are you here?
She tried to get up but Ram held both her hands pulling her back down.
Ram: no I am not sorry... Because sorry is not a big enough word for me to say right now to express to you how remorseful I am feeling for my actions and hateful words.
Priya: what do you regret the most, your enraged words or your mistake for falling in love with me?
Ram (Ram hung his head low still holding on to Priya's hands, he closed his eyes and sighed trying to breathe out the anguish that was burning a hole in his heart): Priya I did not mean anything that I said especially that part. I love you and only you… If I could go back in time and change one thing, do you know what that would be? (she did not respond) I would change when we met so that we could have met sooner and I could have spent more of my life with you…
Priya: Baaas Ram! (she conjured up all her strength and ripped her hands free from his grip) For you love is merely sweet words…sweet words that don't match your bitter ac…
He grabbed her face and leaned forward simultaneously meeting her parted lips midsentence. Isolating her bottom lip as he sandwiched it in between his pursed lips, he drew forcefully. His lips loosened it's hold on hers as he titled his head to the other side, pulling her face closer to his with ease as he once again sandwiched the other half of her lusciously throbbing bottom lip, squeezing and pulling it gently a couple of times. He completed the kiss with one last tug on her bottom lip and remained within kissing distance as he breathed heavily against her lips trying to catch his breath. She was at a loss for words, trying to regain the reign on her overactive nerves that electrified every inch of her body leaving her wanting more. He must be a mind reader because the very next moment he alarmed her with a gentle kiss on her lips. He began to whisper as his hot breath teased her nerve cells. "Thank god for this cool breeze, she thought, otherwise I would have melted from the heat of his touch" He kissed again, sensing that she was distracted and wanting her full attention, "Priya, now don't tell me that what I just did was typical of any guy and that my love is confined only to these sexual gestures". She thought, "DAMN, he's good. That was my only counterargument in this situation. Ab kya?" The soft kiss on her lips diverted her attention back to him. He whispered once again, "Tell me, how can you possibly compare me to a typical guy? I wanted to do this a long time back but I bowed down to your anger and respected your wish for me to stay away from you. Ab aur nahi… Afterall I am a guy and I do have needs that only you can fufill. But (he lifted her face up and examined the nervous expression on her face) remember, I am not a typical guy because no typical guy can have this nerve-racking effect on your body that I can whenever I touch you." He backed away, the absence of his hot breath against her lips allowed her to open her eyes and stare anxiously at him. Grabbing one of her hands he pressed it against his chest. She felt his heart beating rapidly against his chest as if it wanted to break free and kiss her palm.
Ram: Mesoos kijiye na Priya, mera dil ke dhadkhan. It only beats this fast for you… And until the day I die it will beat only for you!
Priya stood up and turned her back to Ram, crossing her arms across her chest. He also stood up, confused by the sudden change in her demeanor. A moment ago he had thought that for sure she had forgiven him but now he does not know what to think.
Ram: Priya…
She turns around and holds up her hand in his face, signaling him to stop talking.
Priya (states angrily): Baas Ram!! Who the hell do you think you are? (she puts her hand down and grabs his collar) if you ever talk about dieing or leaving me again (she lets go of his collar) toh mein…toh mein… (She looked around and than straight ahead pointing towards the water) toh mein uss pani mein kood kar suicide karloongi (with that she rested her head against his chest. He heaved a sigh of relief as he secured his arms around her back.)
Ram (kissed her on her head): I love you Priya!
Priya (hugged him tighter): I love you too Ram!
Ram stepped back and held on to Priya's hands as he stared at her lovingly, receiving the same affection back from her gaze.
Ram: Waise Priya ek baat bolu?
Priya: Haan boliye… Maine apko kaab mana kia
Ram: (smiles) don't ever think about jumping into the water and commiting sucide. Warna humare baachey anaath ho jayage…
Priya: haw Ram aise kaise? you will be there…
Ram: no stupid… If you jump in the water do you think that I would just stand and watch? I will also jump into save you and woh mujhe swimming nahi ata hain…
Priya: (chuckles): aacha! If you don't know how to swim than why will you jump in the water?
Ram: I have to try atleast… I have lost you once and know how miserable it was, there is no way I will let you leave me again…
She was touched by his response…He stepped forward to give her a hug but was interrupted by the ringing of his phone. "Oh shit!" he thought as he quickly received the call.
Ram: Hey Soumaya! …Yes yes everything is fine… Haan apki bhabhi is here; we are on our way home… Accha suno… Thank you for everything……………is everybody still sleeping? …. Okay good! You can also go to sleep now; we will talk to you tomorrow… Okay than, Bye…
When they got home Ram ordered Bansi Kaka to bring their food to the terrace and just as Priya had planned they enjoyed a candlelight dinner under the stars. The past five years offered them a great deal to catch up on, which did not allow a second of silence to invade Ram and Priya's special night. After dinner they headed back to their room still lost in conversation. It was not until they entered their room and closed the door that they realized what might follow. Both Ram and Priya had the same desire that was fueled by 5 long years of built up passion. However, neither of them knew how to initiate their fantasy and fufill their longing for one another.
Priya: umm… I am going to change…unless you want too… I mean if you want to change first…
Ram: uh no it's okay… you can go first… (She walks towards the change room when he says) do you need help? (She looks back at him, making him nervous as he quickly says) mera maatlab, IF you need help with unhooking your blouse, than umm you can call me, I don't mind… I'll just be here, (he grabbed the remote and pointed to the TV) watching TV.
Priya: okay… thanks
She turned around disappointed and walks towards the change room muttering to herself, "nayke aur pooch pooch kai… At the beach you didn't ask me before you kissed me (she touched her lips and blushed) aur aab bilkul golu hogaya phir se…" He had the TV volume turned down completely, his ears trying to capture her voice that never called out for him. His eyes kept glancing back at the change room waiting for her to walk back into the room. He looked back at the TV and thought, "Yaar, yeh Priya bhi na…Kitni slow hain." He looked back once more and was stunned at the sight. If his jaw muscles had the flexibility like they show in cartoons than for sure it would have touched the ground. She was wearing a red spaghetti strapped nightgown, which rested just below her knees. Her shoulder and cleavage that would usually be covered up with some sort of floral themed silk robe was now bare and inviting to his eyes. She waited for his compliment and he itched to give her more than just a compliment but he did not know if she would be okay with his intentions. He walked past her biting his tongue and looking in another direction trying desperately to divert his arousal. She was sitting on the bed fiddling with the TV remote, flipping through the channels when he came back into the room dressed in his white kurtha. Noticing him she moved over to her side of the bed and he crawled into bed.
Ram: so what should we do?
Priya: whatever you want to do? (She thought, "c'mon Ram choose wisely, I am wearing this for you")
Ram: (he glanced at her and quickly looked away thinking, "All I want to do is you… But how do I ask without being rude and what if you are not in the mood") Maybe we could watch TV?
Priya: (she thought, "Watch TV??? Why did I wear this, he is in no mood for anything. Maybe he is tired, he did have a long day at work"… she pulled the covers over her shoulders, while resting against the headboard) Ram, I just remembered, you had a very long day at work today. You must be sleepy we can go to sleep…
Ram: (thinking: "sleep? You wear such a sexy outfit, how can I possibly sleep) No Priya, I am absolutely fine. I can stay up all night. In fact we should both stay up all night and do something relaxing for the both of us.
Priya: (thinking: "okay so we still have time to get him in the mood. What if we watch a romantic movie, than maybe he will get the hint") Okay, great idea… Maybe we can watch a movie, it will be fun and long…
Ram: (thinking: "Movie?) Okay sounds good. I'll go get some popcorn and you can choose the movie…
He goes to the kitchen and gets some popcorn, while Priya browses through his scarce collection of DVDs. Unfortunately there were no romanctic movies. She thought, "why did I expect that he would have a romantic movie? What good would it do for an unromantic guy like Ram, it would just sit in this collection of garbage and accumulate dust." She quickly chooses a movie when she hears Ram's footsteps coming down the hall mingled with the scent of freshly popped popcorn. She fixes her hair checking herself in the mirror before she hops back into bed. The movie starts and Ram begins to angrily munch on the popcorn as if it was marathon. Not even halfway into the movie, Priya notices that the popcorn is more than halfway done. She thinks, "Yeh Ram bhi na ekdum golu hain… Watch he will finish all the popcorn, get bored and than fall asleep. I have to do something."
Priya: Ram slow down please... I don't understand what the hurry is? You said we would stay up all night. But at the pace that you're going, we will be done in 5 minutes.
Ram: (irritated) so, if you're concerned about the popcorn I can just go make another bag. And besides popcorn might be done in 5 minutes but this movie is 2 hours long.
Priya: (irritated by his tone) Ram why are you getting angry. This was your idea wasn't it…Staying up all night…
Ram: (irritated) Haan I wanted to stay up all night to do something relaxing… This is not what I had in mind. (He points to the movie)
Priya: oh I am sorry, I did not know that I had to read your mind… something relaxing? Relaxing can imply many things… argh! It's always so cold in this room; I don't know why I expect anything else living with an unromantic golu polar bear… (she complains as she stomps out of bed annoyed)
Ram: accha? (he also gets out of bed) My room is just fine…and if you walk around in that sexy outfit than off course you will be cold.
Priya: (says sarcastically) Oh shoot I am so sorry. Maine yeh outfit pehna KM ka bhatakte hue dukhi aatma ko khush karne ke liye hay na? (in an irritated tone) Shayaad woh bhatakte hue aatma khush ho bhi gaya hoga but to seduce an unromantic polar bear is impossible, meri dimaag kaarab tha ki maine koshish bhi kia.
Ram: yeah you are ri… (Pauses as he finally understood what Priya was saying) Wait… what did you just say?
Priya: nothing… (she walks towards the change room) I am going to change have fun watching your unromantic movie and stuffing your face with popcorn. If you need more than I will bring it for you after I am done changing, afterall I have no other use in your life.
She locks the change room door, while Ram slams his palm on his forehead.
Ram: yaar yeh kya hogaya… hmmm now think!! (he slums down on the bed and stuffs a handful of popcorn in his mouth and chews quickly as he thinks)


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So I pulled up my email and realized AFTER I wrote the story for the picture prompt, I was on the wrong week. But I decided to post it anyway even though it was last weeks (June 12th) picture. (sorry Rochelle)
The Sound of Silence
The stillness was deafening. NO noise can be rather loud when subliminal life sounds are all around you all the time.
She could hear her own breath and heart beating after the loss of electricity silenced the house.
"Do you hear that?" she asked the cat.
"Oh goodness, I'm sorry Prissy! I don't know why I am asking you. I'm just a silly old woman being paranoid again." Clarice laughed at herself as she stood from the table and walked to the window.
"Hear what?" someone said.
Clarice jerked her head around only to see the green-eyed kitty looking back at her.
This was written for Friday Fictioneers hosted by Rochelle Wisoff-Fields. If you would like to play along, please follow the prompt below and give it a try!! She has a new one this week! 🙂


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Sources state that 80% of brides in PPL structures (women from photos) only seek to earn extra cash, but about 20% would like to find a partner.However, even with women who seek a match with a foreign man and ready to immigrate, the chance it will work is negligible, simply because their requirements are rarely met: Unscrupulous agents don't care who gets "her" letters (scripted by a hired writer), as long as the correspondence is paid for.
NOTE: You might have been contacted by a woman from Ukraine on a general dating portal such as or OKCupid, and then asked to move to a website where you have to pay for messages, after "her computer broke". You came across a pretty girl somewhere through friends, work, or hobbies, and now wonder how to win her heart.
Gorgeous as they are, girls face a lot of challenges in the current economic situation. Use these quick tips to make your search for love a success.
First, you need to understand what is happening in Ukraine, the native country of the woman, whose affection you are trying to score.
But as a result, the guys who keep writing (and paying for messages) are probably nothing what the woman wants.
Besides, writers' job is to keep corresponding and try to prevent the guy from visiting (usually he is put off by how the actual woman from the photos, aka , treats him, as compared to passionate letters he was getting).
So, if you are trying to be economical, she thinks you are being cheap and simply do not value your relationship with her.


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Welcome to Chiang Mai
A sprawling modern city has grown up around ancient Chiang Mai (เชียงใหม่), ringed by a tangle of superhighways. Despite this, the historic centre of Chiang Mai still feels overwhelmingly residential, more like a sleepy country town than a bustling capital. If you drive in a straight line in any direction, you'll soon find yourself in the lush green countryside and pristine rainforests dotted with churning waterfalls, serene wát and peaceful country villages – as well as a host of markets and elephant sanctuaries.
Top experiences in Chiang Mai
Amazing hotels and hostels
We've pre-picked the best hotels, hostels and bed and breakfasts to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.
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Chiang Mai activities
Thai and Akha Cooking Class in Chiang Mai
Join our cooking class run by Akha people who were born and raised in Thailand. We love Thai food just as much as you, so we would like to invite you to experience Akha food and Akha culture. Our chef will share some unique cooking style during the lesson as well as introducing fresh raw ingredients used by Akha people.During the cooking class, you will have the opportunity to learn and cook 11 dishes: 2 appetizer dishes, 2 desserts, stir fried dish, soup, curry paste and curry. Special Akha's dishes are Sapi Thong (tomato dipping sauce), Akha Salad and Akha Soup.On the morning tour your chef will take you to a local market to see the real lifestyle of people in Thailand or for the evening tour, enjoy your dinner from all the food you made in a nice evening atmosphere. Our driver will transfer you back to your hotel after the class with a complimentary cooking recipe book.
Chiang Mai Street Food Tours
The tour starts when our local tour guide pick you up at your Chiang Mai accommodation in the early evening, the exact of which will be communicated to you. Once the group, maximum 8 people, is together we start our exploration of Chiang Mai's famous street food markets, learning the secrets of what makes Thailand's street food so famous. Practice ordering your dishes in Thai, with the help of our leaflet detailing the most popular street food dishes. This tour visits at least two evening markets, and you'll get to try at least 8 different dishes including Kannom Jin (Chinese noodles), northern Thai delicacies, stewed pork leg, coconut dumplings, a mix of savoury and sweet. Please ensure you come along hungry. Once you have had your fill, we will drop you off again at your accommodation at approximately 9:30 -10pm. Please note there may be an additional surcharge to provide transportation from outside Chiang Mai city, and the tour lasts between 2.5 – 3 hours depending on the size of the group.
Chiang Mai City and Temples Half-Day Tour
After a drive up the mountain's winding road, the final climb to the site is via an enormous mythological Nagas (Dragon-headed serpent) staircase of 306 steps. On a clear day, there are incomparable views over the city of Chiang Mai from the temple grounds.Wat Chedi Luang consists of an impressive chedi, originally built in 1411. It reached a height of over 278 feet before it was partially destroyed by an earthquake in 1545. It now reaches a height of 196 feet. The temple also contains the city pillar. Statue in small shelters surrounding this building are the home of guardian spirits.
Chiang Rai Small-Group Tour from Chiang Mai with Boat Ride
Your day trip to Chiang Rai Province starts with hotel pickup in Chiang Mai city in the morning. Travel by air-conditioned minivan with a small group limited to nine people to ensure a personalized experience with your guide. Along the way, enjoy the stunning scenery of Northern Thailand during your 3-hour drive to Chiang Rai and along the way (1 hours after leaving Chiang Mai) take a short break at Mae Khachan Hot Spring and then, continue to Wat Rong Khun, also known as the White Temple. Privately owned by a famous Thai artist, the gorgeous structure is decorated with glass pieces. After a look around, head to Chiang Saen where the ruins of an ancient city date back to the Chiang Saen Kingdom, which connected to Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, and Lanna. Lunch is served at a local restaurant including a selected menu of Thai dishes that your guide can explain. (or alternative option with the international buffet lunch at the Imperial Golden Triangle Resort). After lunch, continue on to a temple with an overlook for views of the Golden Triangle, the point at which the Ruag and Mae Khong rivers meet and where Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand converge. Continue by long-tail boat on a trip down the Khong River and stop at a Laos village (please bring your passport). Finally, you will visit the Opium House, a private museum on the former opium trade, followed by return transport to Chiang Mai (we will make another stop on half of the way for some drinks and refreshment) before continue driving and drop-off at your hotel.
Buddhist Almsgiving, Temples Morning Tour in Chiang Mai
Depart your Chiang Mai hotel by private minivan in the early morning, arriving at the foothill of Mt Suthep in time to buy offerings and join the locals during the daily almsgiving ceremony. Observe the serene Buddhist procession where dozens of saffron-robed monks walk barefoot through the street collecting food and everyday items. If you'd like, your private guide will help you participate by filling the monks' alms bowls with rice.Continue by van up the mountain to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep for a 309-step on the Golden Naga staircase to reach the temple's golden pagodas. Take in the majestic view over Chiang Mai from the Buddhist monastery, which showcases traditional Thai architecture, richly decorated murals and shrines, and a replica of the Emerald Buddha.Next visit Wat Umong, a 14th-century temple covered in moss and small plants. Walk through its mysterious tunnels to reach a monastery for your own private blessing ceremony with resident Buddhist monks. After taking in the atmospheric sounds of chanting amid flowers, candles and incense, finish your morning with a delicious bowl of khao soy — a classic northern Thai dish combining coconut milk, crispy noodles and plenty of spices that are sure to delight the senses! You're dropped off at your hotel with plenty of time left in your day to continue exploring Chiang Mai on your own.
Chiang Rai and Golden Triangle Day Tour from Chiang Mai
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The University is a proud Silver Supporter of the biennial Manchester International Festival, the world's first festival of original, new work and special events. This year's festival ran from 29 June to 16 July 2017 at venues all over the city.
The School of Arts, Languages and Cultures led the celebrations to showcase the University's 'Creative Campus' at the Festival. The event, "Celebrating the Creative Campus and Beyond" took place in the Glass House, in Festival Square, and showcased the collaboration between the University and the creative and cultural sector.
The event featured reflections and discussion from a panel of distinguished guests, including author and University Professor of New Writing, Jeanette Winterson and historian and University Professor of Public History, Michael Wood.
Professor Alessandro Schiesaro, Head of School of Arts Languages and Cultures, The University of Manchester said: "The University of Manchester and its School of Arts, Language and Cultures are leading actors in the creative economy in the Manchester area as well as nationally and internationally. The event was both a celebration of what we have been able to achieve so far and a public commitment to strengthening and broadening our interaction with the creative and cultural sector in Manchester and beyond."


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Howard Marks dead: 'Mr Nice' loses battle with cancer aged 70
FAMOUS drug smuggler turned writer Howard Marks has died aged 70 after losing his battle with cancer.
The performer, dubbed "Mr Nice", revealed he had bowel cancer last year.
He has been described as a "truly lovely, entertaining and inspiring man".
Marks first shot to fame in 1996 when he published a bestselling memoir after being released from a US prison.
The Welsh writer had been held for smuggling cannabis but turned to performing following his book success.
Lovely, entertaining, inspiring man. Like our loaded mag Dad. A true rogue & Great writer. We all adored him RIP HM pic.twitter.com/kgtyVI7V2H— James Brown (@jamesjamesbrown) April 10, 2016
Former colleague James Brown, founder of Loaded magazine, said he was a "true modern-day folk hero", who had done "so many funny, shocking, illegal things".
Mr Brown was told about Marks in the mid 1990s when he was informed about his "amazing story" and was told to include him in the magazine.
He said: "I read the book, and then gave him a column. He later told me it was his first job after he'd 'gone straight'.
"He stood for everything we loved. Mr Nice was a thrilling book. Howard is a bloody great example to us all."
Marks was born in 1945 near Bridgend, in Wales, and went to University of Oxford before turning his hand to cannabis smuggling.
He was snared by US authorities in 1988 and sentenced to 25 years behind bars but was released on parole in 1995.
Speaking about his illness to the Observer last year, he said: "Of course, the legalising of marijuana for medical purposes is to be welcomed.
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The Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) announced today that Fay Fryer Christian and Margaret Smith have both officially resigned from their posts as members of the corporation's Board of Directors. Smith resigned Monday April 9 and Christian's resignation is effective today.
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Mass Effect 3 US sales at 1.5 million, analyst reckons
Mass Effect 3's sales in March added up to more than 1.5 million copies, Cowen Research analyst Doug Creutz has told investors in a research note.
Referring to US sales, he said: "We believe that EA's Mass Effect 3 likely performed quite well with over 1.5 million in estimated console unit sales during March."
Day one US sales alone, according to EA itself, added up to nearly 900,000 copies. The publisher's also said that 3.5 million units were shipped for the game's worldwide launch.
In the UK, the game also managed to break franchise records by selling more units in week one than Mass Effect and Mass Effect 2 did combined.
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Tooth decay is a common problem, but can be prevented. It is caused through the teeth being repeatedly exposed to acid. This acid can come from eating foods that have high acidity, or it can be due to the presence of bacteria in the mouth. The reason for this is that bacteria cause a process called demineralization.
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When you eat or drink something that is very starchy or which has a lot of sugar then it's inevitable that there will be some leftover food particles in your mouth. These are used by the bacteria in your mouth as an energy source, and the bacteria produce acid as a byproduct. This acid attacks the tooth enamel, causing it to weaken and soften as it leaches out some of the essential minerals including calcium and phosphorus.
Over time this acid can cause small pits and lesions to form in the surface of the tooth enamel, and this is the beginning of a cavity. The outer layer of tooth enamel is very hard, but it protects a much softer substance underneath which is called dentin. Once they have created a hole in the tooth enamel, the bacteria will be able to enter the dentin and will gradually eat away at this much softer layer. Eventually the bacteria will penetrate the very center of the tooth which is called the pulp. This contains all the blood vessels and nerves of the tooth, and by this stage you are likely to be experiencing toothache due to the pulp being infected. At this point you may need root canal therapy at the Cosmetic Dentistry Center to remove the infection and to repair the tooth.
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Things don't have to get to this stage as you can prevent tooth decay. After demineralization has occurred then your mouth gradually becomes less acidic. Some of the calcium and phosphorus leached out from your teeth will have remained in your saliva, and are redeposited back into the tooth enamel helping to re-harden it in a process called re-mineralization. This is one of the reasons why it's worth waiting half an hour or so after eating before brushing your teeth as otherwise you would interrupt this process.
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I moved to Williamsburg at the end of March, right when I got back from my NYC trip. I never seem to give myself time to breathe, but I like to just keep moving or I feel as though I'm wasting time. This was a big decision on my part, a leap of faith. I don't know anyone in Williamsburg except for my roommate (who happens to be my sister). For an introvert like me that can be extremely overwhelming, but also really nice.
I don't mind doing things by myself. In fact, I usually prefer it. It's why I travel alone, to het exactly what I want out of the experience without burdening anyone else. Except for Iceland – Meagan Abell and I are taking it by storm together for our birthdays, because really, who wants to celebrate that alone?
Moving to a new city inspired me to change a lot. It's a new beginning, and we should all take advantage of new opportunities whenever they present themselves. I've made promises to myself that I have already done a decent job of keeping. This is my fresh start, and I am taking it seriously.
I promise to become more active and conscious of how I treat my body. It takes a lot to get me to workout or inspire me, but being closer to several beaches and having a pool feet away from my apartment was a real slap in the face to my laziness. I'm working out everyday and eating better – truly thanks to Tone It Up. They are lovely and inspiring and make this whole experience worthwhile. One downside is that Lafayette always seems to need me at the most inopportune times. Why is Murphy's Law so cruel?
I promise to not rely on my GPS and explore my new surroundings. It took a few days but I can comfortably and confidently take myself to several different grocery stores and other places I may need for my book, movie, or craft fix. There's even a Movie Tavern that serves you dinner while you watch Divergent for the 5th time. The nachos are always a win. And if I don't want nachos there, I can go to Plaza Azteca, literally a 100 feet from the theater. Then I can also get a margarita
I also want to take advantage of the wealth of history, gorgeous landscapes, and cultural events here. There's a charming farmer's market every Saturday in Colonial Williamsburg that Lafayette and I visited last weekend. Lots of yummy options that I will eventually try. We also explored Yorktown Beach (a short 20 minute drive) which has a sweet, small town feel – somewhere to go when the traffic packed drive to VA Beach is just too much.
I am finally going to learn how to use a film camera. I just bought one off Ebay thanks to an inspiring blog post from the lovely Michael and Carina. Better late than never. I've been wanting to try this out for awhile now, but just needed a push. I also get tortured on Instagram everyday when I see my favorite photographers showcasing pretty film work from their travels and just want to slap myself. I think this would really encourage me to better document my travels than with digital. I feel more artsy and legit this way! I also am on the prowl for a Polaroid camera, so there's that.
These are my main goals to accomplish for now, though more are certainly in the works. I need to finish decorating and tidying up, but that will all come to fruition with some patience. For now I just want to relax on the porch with my pup, not worrying about the upcoming busy weekend, but remembering to live in the here and now, or else I will never remember it happened.
Be sure to follow me on Instagram for daily updates on my travel, puppy love, and photography – kaitwinston


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OAK VIEW — Thanks to a federal grant, some fifth-graders began their studies of the Channel Islands this fall with a new learning tool--the Internet.
"They're learning that there are new ways of learning and communicating," said Joan Archer, their teacher at Oak View-Arnaz Elementary School, where the 32 youngsters can log on to learn about the islands' history and geography.
Oak View is one of three Ventura County communities that will benefit from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service--a pilot project that funds education programs around the country. The county was granted $346,700 of the $16 million doled out nationwide this fiscal year.
The education portion of the grant is earmarked to buy equipment and provide teacher training.
Besides the long-distance learning curriculum like the one set up in Archer's classroom, the grant funds a telemedicine project that allows health-care providers in rural communities to connect with major medical centers and specialists.


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New Delhi: After Tintu Luka's disappointing performance at Rio Olympics, the athlete's uncle and local guardian reportedly blamed coach PT Usha for giving below-par training at the latter's institution.
According to reports, Tintu's uncle Joyichan last Sunday accused former sprint queen and current coach Usha of running a business centre in the guise of a training institution.
Joyichan also alleged that the training school did not have facilities on par with international standards.
Besides, Tintu's uncle questioned if Usha has deliberately denied the opportunities to the 27-year-old fearing of losing her own athletics glory.
At Rio Games, the 2014 Asian Games silver medallist could only finish sixth in the women's 800 metre event in her heat, and was subsequently ranked 29 in the overall standing with a timing of 2:00:58.
Often regarded as India's greatest ever track & field athlete, Usha came close to winning bronze medal at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. She missed out on the medal in women's 400 metre hurdles in a photo-finish, which reminded many of Milkha Singh's 1960 Olympics heartbreak.
The legend now runs Usha School of Athletics, a sports training institute in Kerala with a stated mission to "identify and nurture talent, and groom it to be at par with international athletes".


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Time for some free jazz and spiritual jazz today - tops include private press rarities like Mustafa "Polygamy", J.P. & Company "Love's Insanity", Bethlehem Progressive Ensemble "Mod Lit", Japanese only albums from Charles Greenlee, Steve Lacy, Masahiko Sato, a bunch of FMP-titles plus some Strata East- and Black Jazz-classics from JuJu, Shamek Farrah & Sonelius Smith, Doug Carn and more.
See all new arrivals at www.recordmania.se/news.php and have a look at all the additions from earlier this week too.
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OKAY - I'm Done, this winter has got to go!
One saving grace is that everything is feeling like spring in the store!
We have our new vendors moving in! (Light Fixtures and Canadiana Antiques) and we have the HOMESTEAD HOUSE milk paints all set up!
It appears that our big bank of snow has melted, and I can't wait to have the temps go up a bit so that we can wash our front windows! UGH!
We have all of our spring and summer sachets set up throughout the store, so I can walk around and smell the scents of Magnolias and Gardenias, along with some other fabulous smells that make me think of warm sunny days!
We have lots of garden and cottage decor, ready to go - so that's inspiring that spring and summer are just around the corner! And we even have a few suprises up our sleeves for the upcoming summer - so be sure to come for a visit, if nothing else just to catch a wiff of spring!
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Skip to comments.COMMUNIST GOALS ---- IS IT TOO LATE?
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1963 Communist Goals
The following was entered into the Congressional record by Albert Herlong, Jr. (a Floridian who served in Congress from 1949-69) in 1963.
1) US acceptance of coexistence as the only alternative to atomic war
2) US willingness to capitulate in preference to engaging in atomic war
3) Develop the illusion that total disarmament by the US would be a demonstration of "moral strength"
4) Permit free trade between all nations regardless of Communist affiliation and regardless of whether or not items could be used for war.
5) Extension of long term loans to Russia and Soviet Satellites
6) Provide American aid to all nations regardless of Communist domination
7) Grant recognition of Red China, and admission of Red China to the UN.
8) Set up East and West Germany as separate states in spite of Khrushchev's promise in 1955 to settle the Germany question by free elections under supervision of the UN
9) Prolong the conferences to ban atomic tests because the US has agreed to suspend tests as long as negotiations are in progress
10) Allow all Soviet Satellites individual representation in the UN
11) Promote the UN as the only hope for mankind. If its charter is rewritten, demand that it be set up as a one world government with its own independent armed forces. (Some Communist leaders believe the world can be taken over as easily by the UN as by Moscow. Sometimes these two centers compete with each other as they are now doing in the Congo)
12) Resist any attempt to outlaw the Communist Party
13) Do away with loyalty oaths
14) Continue giving Russia access to the US Patent Office
15) Capture one or both of the political parties in the US
16) Use technical decisions of the courts to weaken basic American institutions, by claiming their activities violate civil rights.
17) Get control of the schools. Use them as transmission belts for Socialism, and current Communist propaganda. Soften the curriculum. Get control of teachers associations. Put the party line in text books.
18) Gain control of all student newspapers
19) Use student riots to foment public protests against programs or organizations which are under Communist attack.
20) Infiltrate the press. Get control of book review assignments, editorial writing, policy-making positions.
21) Gain control of key positions in radio, TV & motion pictures.
22) Continue discrediting American culture by degrading all form of artistic expression. An American Communist cell was told to "eliminate all good sculpture from parks and buildings", substitute shapeless, awkward, and meaningless forms.
23) Control art critics and directors of art museums. " Our plan is to promote ugliness, repulsive, meaningless art".
24) Eliminate all laws governing obscenity by calling them "censorship" and a violation of free speech and free press.
25) Break down cultural standards of morality by promoting pornography, and obscenity in books, magazines, motion pictures, radio and TV.
26) Present Homosexuality, degeneracy, and promiscuity as "normal, natural, and healthy".
27) Infiltrate the churches and replace revealed religion with "social" religion. Discredit the Bible and emphasize the need for intellectual maturity, which does not need a "religious crutch"
28) Eliminate prayer or any phase of religious expression in the schools on the grounds that it violates the principle of "separation of church and state"
29) Discredit the American Constitution by calling it inadequate, old fashioned, out of step with modern needs, a hindrance to cooperation between nations on a worldwide basis.
30) Discredit the American founding fathers. Present them as selfish aristocrats who had no concern for the "common man".
31) Belittle all forms of American culture and discourage the teaching of American history on the ground that it was only a minor part of "the big picture:" Give more emphasis to Russian history since the Communists took over.
32) Support any socialist movement to give centralized control over any part of the culture - - education, social agencies, welfare programs, mental health clinics, etc.
33) Eliminate all laws or procedures, which interfere with the operation of the Communist apparatus.
34) Eliminate the House Committee on Un-American Activities.
35) Discredit and eventually dismantle the FBI
36) Infiltrate and gain control of more unions.
37) Infiltrate and gain control of big business
38) Transfer some of the powers of arrest from the police to social agencies. Treat all behavioral problems as psychiatric disorders which no one but psychiatrists can understand or treat.
39) Dominate the psychiatric profession and use mental health laws as a means of gaining coercive control over those who oppose Communist goals.>
40) Discredit the family as an institution. Encourage promiscuity and easy divorce.
41) Emphasize the need to raise children away from the negative influence of parents. Attribute prejudices, mental blocks and retarding of children to suppressive influence of parents.
42) Create the impression that violence and insurrection are legitimate aspects of the American tradition; that students and special interest groups should rise up and make a "united force" to solve economic, political, or social problems.
43) Overthrow all colonial governments before native populations are ready for self-government.
44) Internationalize the Panama Canal.
45) Repeal the Connally Reservation so the US can not prevent the World Court from seizing jurisdiction over domestic problems. Give the World Court jurisdiction over domestic problems. Give the World Court jurisdiction over nations and individuals alike.
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A recently discovered little known fact may help to explain Hillary Clinton's aggressive and domineering personality: She is, in fact, Adolph Hitler's long lost daughter.
2 months before her suicide with Adolph in the infamous Berlin bunker, Eva Braun gave birth to little "Hildegard" Shickelgruber and arranged to have the baby smuggled across Allied lines to France.
In Marseilles, France, the child was delivered to a kind-hearted ship's captain. Upon landing in New Orleans, the captain personally carried the infant to the home of Eva's second cousin, Dorte Dittlemann, in appropriately -- Stuttgart, Arkansas.
The rest, as they say, is history!
"Arkansas State Representative: JODIE MAHONEY (D) El Dorado, Arkansas email@example.com has recently very quietly, hopefully without getting caught, 2 pieces of legislation into the Arkansas assembly that can be interpreted as definitely ANTI-USA."
"His first one is HOUSE BILL 1729 AN ACT TO REPEAL OBSOLETE PROVISIONS OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING THE COMMUNIST PARTY"
As I understand it, this would essentially legitimize the Communist party in Arkansas. Maybe steplock could elaborate on this bill. He has read it in its entirity.
July 22, 2000 - Membership in Communist Party can still cost some their jobs FREMONT, Calif. (AP) -- The Cold War is over, but that's hard to tell by looking at one California law that says belonging to the Communist Party could cost public employees their jobs.
The code dates from 1947 and states: "It shall be sufficient cause for the dismissal of any public employee when such public employee advocates or is knowingly a member of the Communist Party." Margaret Crosby, an attorney with the American Civil Liberties Union's Northern California office called the law "unconstitutional."
"The statute books, unfortunately, are full of laws that are unenforceable and unconstitutional," she said. "I think that if anyone took a look at this, it would be taken off the books -- and it should be."
The law still applies to all public service employees in state and local government.
"That's a wild one," said John Weed, president of the board of trustees of Fremont's community college, Ohlone College. Ohlone's board policy and regulations manual lists membership in the Communist Party as grounds for suspension or dismissal.
While the law may be outdated, it probably will not change unless someone challenges it, Crosby said.
"We would be very interested in hearing from anyone who'd been victimized by it," she said.
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That tells me everything I need to know. Could it be that the current climate is giving these commies concern that if we actually began enforcing some of these laws already in existence, that we would be throwing a lot of congressmen and women out of office? It certainly seems to me that having legislators who are members of the socialist party and have clearly communist and Marxist leanings is a conflict of interests and is certainly counterproductive to American ideals.
Interesting that this particular issue is on the table in at least 2 states at this time. I am curious to know if there are other states trying to do something similar.
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