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Title: Black SheepDirector: Jonathan King
Released: 2006
Starring: Nathan Meister, Danielle Mason, Peter Feeney, Tammy Davis, Glenis Levestam, Tandi Wright, Oliver Driver
Plot: Henry (Meister) has an overwhelming fear of sheep thanks to a childhood pranks played by his older brother Angus (Feeney). Now returning to his family farm with the intention of selling his share, he is soon forced to confront his fears when his brother's secret experiments on the sheep causes them to turn into vicious killers.
Review: Greeted with some excitement on its initial release as it drew favourable comparisions to the early work of fellow New Zealand gorefather Peter Jackson much less the fact it was a film about killer sheep something which like Wales there's certainly an abundance of making them essentially the perfect creature of terror for this debut feature.
Establishing its comedic tone early on this mixture of comedy and splatter is unquestionably the right way to go for a film with this daft a premise with director Jonathan King filling the film with numerous outlandish or cartoonish characters including a group of morally devoid scientists and Henry's cad of an older brother who in the fifteen years since Henry was left traumatised by him hasn't exactly gotten any better and possibly worse the intervening years which have passed. Henry meanwhile is a neurotic mess, completely overwhelmed by his fears so that even the mere sight of sheep can throw him in a blind panic.
Once more though it's the fault of the environmental activists that this chaos gets unleashed as like "28 Days Later" eco warriors Grant (Driver) and Experience (Mason) trigger the outbreak of killer sheep when they steal one of the mutated lambs which soon infecting the rest of the local sheep population. Worse still when said lamb bites Grant he runs off into the woods only to return as a mutant man-sheep reminisant of the monster from "Godmonster of the Indian Flats"
Surprisingly though for a film with such an outlandish plot this film is something of a slow burn with the sheep related antics while frequently inventive are keep as a lurking threat until really the final quarter when the film really becomes something special with King raining down gore and splatter with the same kind of grotesque inventiveness that Peter Jackson wowed us with early in his career with the likes of "Bad Taste" and "Braindead" (or "Dead Alive" for you folks in the states). This however is not to say the film is a bore until then as the film frequently finds inventive situations for King to put the group in such as a sheep randomly appearing in a land rover the group are trying to escape in while in motion and which also shows us how well a sheep can drive a car.
Our main group consisting of Henry, Experience and Henry's best friend and farm hand Tucker (Davis) are all likeable to be around as they try to make their way through the mutant sheep hordes while King avoids any kind of romantic connection between the group instead keeping them as a group thrown together and now trying to just make it through the chaos that is escalating around them. The only downside being Mrs. Mac (Levestam) who is such a fun character it's frustrating that she only really comes into play towards the end of the film when we get to see her elderly badass side leaving you want so much more than we ultimately get.
The creature effects though are unquestionably the star of the show here with special effects all being done by Weta Workshops who memorably worked on the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy and its certainly an advantage to see practical effects being used over CGI even for the larger mutant creatures such as the Were-Sheep version of Grant which took four people to operate. While certainly far from the easiest way to shoot the film it more than pays off in the presence that the film has compared to so many other creature features being churned by the likes of the Syfi channel and their seemingly never ending steam of shark movies that they seem to put out on a weekly basis.
Still as mentioned before the real standout moments of the film come in the final quarter as a presentation is turned into a blood drenched massacre, including one victim trying to fight a mutant sheep with his own recently chewed off leg. We also get to see one of the sheep monsters being run into by a runaway plane as King really shows his creativity in his splatter. At the same time the gore here is very much on the cartoonish and OTT side of things rather than anything coming to grotesque realism perfectly suiting the tone of the film. The end finale coming close to rivalling the carnage of "Braindead" even if no one is welding a petrol mower.
A fun little creature feature and one which certainly doesn't take itself seriously, while at the same time not constantly winking to the audience like so many similar films such as those churned out by "The Asylum" only making this so much more of a welcome rarity.


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Guide to the Papers of Efry Spectre (1934-2010),
undated, 1964, 1970-1973, 1975, 1977-1983, 1987-1989
Processed by Andrey Filimonov
Digitization of the Papers of Efry Spectre (P-954) was made possible through a generous grant from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).
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Descriptive Summary
|Spectre, Efry
|Efry Spectre Papers
|undated, 1964, 1970-1973, 1975, 1977-1983, 1987-1989
|The papers of Rabbi Efry Spectre reflect his involvement in the American Soviet Jewry movement. Rabbi Spectre chaired the Detroit Jewish Community Relations Council's Committee on International Concerns and the Detroit Soviet Jewry Committee, that advocated Jewish emigration from the USSR and free expression of Jewish religious and cultural rights within the Soviet Union. The materials include news clippings, correspondence, photographs, pamphlets, memos and notes.
|The collection is in English.
|1 half manuscript box. (1/4 linear foot)
|American Jewish Historical Society
|Located in AJHS New York, NY
Historical Note
The Papers of Efry Spectre represent one collection housed within the Archive of the American Soviet Jewry Movement (AASJM). These papers reflect the effort, beginning in the 1960s through the late 1980s, of thousands of American Jews of all denominations and political orientations to stop the persecution and discrimination of Jews in the Soviet Union. The American Soviet Jewry Movement (ASJM) is considered to be the most influential Movement of the American Jewish community in the 20th century. The beginnings of the organized American Soviet Jewry Movement became a model for efforts to aid Soviet Jews in other countries, among them Great Britain, Canada, and France. The movement can be traced to the early 1960s, when the first organizations were created to address the specific problem of the persecution and isolation of Soviet Jews by the government of the Soviet Union.
Rabbi Efry Spectre was active in the American Soviet Jewry movement during the 1970s and 1980s when he served at the Adat Shalom Synagogue in Detroit and chaired the Committee on International Concerns and the Soviet Jewry Committee of the Detroit Jewish Community Relations Council. The stated purpose of the Detroit Soviet Jewry Committee (DSJC) was to advocate Jewish emigration from the U.S.S.R. and free expression of Jewish religious and cultural rights within the Soviet Union. The DSJC worked to raise the consciousness of the local community to the plight of Soviet Jews. Rabbi Spectre was involved in projects and events designed to increase awareness of the Soviet Jewry movement and to link the Detroit Jewish community with the Jews in the U.S.S.R. such as Bar and Bat Mitzvah twinnings, meetings with former Soviet Jewish Refuseniks, rallies, concerts, lectures, and solidarity days. In 1976 Rabbi Spectre participated in the American delegation to the World Conference on Soviet Jewry in Brussels.Return to the Top of Page
Scope and Content Note
The collection consists of materials that reflect Rabbi Efry Spectre's and the Detroit Soviet Jewry Committee's (DSJC) work on behalf of Soviet Jews during the decades of the 1970s and 1980s. It includes brochures, programs and other documents of the Soviet Jewry related events organized by the DSJC. Materials from other American Soviet Jewry organizations, such as newsletters, memos and updates on Refuseniks, news clippings on Soviet policies towards Jews and the Soviet-Israel relations are also included. The collection also features Rabbi Spectre's notes from the World Conference on Soviet Jewry in Brussels that he attended in 1976. The materials include news clippings, correspondence, photographs, pamphlets, memos and notes.
The collection consists of one half manuscript box.Return to the Top of Page
The collection is arranged into a single series.Return to the Top of Page
Access and Use
Access Restrictions
The collection is open to all researchers by permission of the Director of Collections and Engagement of the American Jewish Historical Society, except items that are restricted due to their fragility.
Use Restrictions
Information concerning the literary rights may be obtained from the Director of Library and Archives of the American Jewish Historical Society. Users must apply in writing for permission to quote, reproduce or otherwise publish manuscript materials found in this collection. For more information contact:
American Jewish Historical Society, Center for Jewish History, 15 West 16th Street, New York, N.Y., 10011 email: email@example.com to the Top of Page
Related Material
The Papers of Efry Spectre is one individual collection within the Archive of the American Soviet Jewry Movement (AASJM) located at the American Jewish Historical Society (AJHS). Other Soviet Jewry Movement collections at AJHS include the records of Action for Soviet Jewry (I-487), the National Conference on Soviet Jewry (NCSJ; I-181 and I-181A), the Jewish Defense League (I-374), the Union of Councils for Soviet Jews (I-410, I-410A), Houston Action for Soviet Jewry (I-500), Bay Area Council for Soviet Jews (I-505), Seattle Action for Soviet Jewry (I-507), The Jewish Chronicle Soviet Jewry Collection (I-523), B'nai B'rith Klutznick National Jewish Museum Soviet Jewry Movement Collection (I-529), Chicago Action for Soviet Jewry (I-530), Religious Action Center for Reform Judaism (I-538), the papers of Joel Ackerman (P-787), Julia Mates Cheney (P-806), Jerry Goodman (P-863), Laurel and Alan J. Gould (P-866), Carolyn W. Sanger (P-870), Leah Lieberman (P-869), Si Frumkin (P-871), Elaine Pittell (P-873), Sanford A. Gradinger (P-880), Shaul Osadchey (P-882), Leonard S. Cahan (P-883), Doris H. Goldstein (P-887), David H. Hill (P-888), Margery Sanford (P-889), Pinchas Mordechai Teitz (P-891), David Waksberg (P-895), Pamela B. Cohen (P-897), Moshe Decter (P-899), William Korey (P-903), Morey Schapira (P-906), Charlotte Gerper Turner (P-907), Myrtle Sitowitz (P-908), Kathleen M. Hyman (P-911), Babette Wampold (P-912), Rabbi David Goldstein and Shannie Goldstein (P-918), Leslie Schaffer (P-923), Arthur Bernstein (P-925), Dolores Wilkenfeld (P-927), Sylvia Weinberg (P-928) , Irwin H. Krasna (P-934) , Constance S. Kreshtool (P-935), Betty Golomb (P-938), Grace Perlbinder (P-942), Mort Yadin (P-943), Ann Polunsky (P-886), Lillian Foreman (P-945), Marilyn Labendz(P-946), Abraham Silverstein(P-947), Bert Silver (P-949), Billie Kozolchyk (P-950) and John Steinbruck (P-951).
Additional materials from other collections include records dealing with the Student Struggle for Soviet Jewry (SSSJ) located within the North American Jewish Students Appeal (NAJSA, I-338) and the records of the National Jewish Community Relations Advisory Council (NJCRAC, I-172). Related records are also located at the AJHS in Newton Centre, MA including memorabilia and ephemera of the New England Student Struggle for Soviet Jewry (I-237) and the Records of the Student Coalition for Soviet Jewry – Brandeis University (I-493).Return to the Top of Page
Digitization Note
This collection was digitized in its entirety with the exception of duplicates.Return to the Top of Page
Preferred Citation
Published citations should take the following form:
Identification of item, date (if known); Efry Spectre Papers; *P-954 ; box number; folder number; American Jewish Historical Society, New York, NY.
Acquisition Information
Donated by Efry Spectre in 2008.Return to the Top of Page
Access PointsClick on a subject to search that term in the Center's catalog.
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Container List
The following section contains a detailed listing of the materials in the collection.
Papers of Efry Spectre, undated, 1964, 1970-1973, 1975, 1977-1983, 1987-1989
|The series is in English.
|1 half manuscript box.
Scope and Content:
See the collection Scope and Content Note.
|undated, 1964, 1970-1973, 1977-1979, 1981-1982, 1987, 1989
|View the folder
|Miscellaneous Materials: Correspondence, Photographs, Memorandums, Newsletters, Brochures, and Clippings
|undated, 1970-1972, 1975, 1977, 1981, 1983, 1987-1989
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|Soviet-Israel Relations
|undated, 1970
|View the folder
|"To Russia With Love," a Soviet Jewry Benefit Concert, Detroit, November 12, 1981
|1980, 1981
includes a Holocaust Remembrance Day Program, April 13, 1980.
|View the folder
|World Conference on Soviet Jewry, Brussels
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Join us on a road trip Situs Judi Online from Nanaimo to Whitehorse and Dawson City via the Inside Passage, the Cassiar Highway, the Dempster Highway, and the Alaska Highway. Then continue to Yellowknife and the Northwest Territories. Also visit Whistler, site of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
The series "Unknown Sights of Canada" by veteran guidebook writer David Stanley examines little-known attractions throughout Canada often missing from the travel guides. Ten provinces and two territories are included with guidebook listings.
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Beach days are made for lounging! When you pair perfect weather with a good book it can be extremely relaxing. During my visit to Miami last weekend that is exactly what I did. While I was hanging out at the beach I shared this pic on my Facebook page.
Before anyone starts judging this was my first time trying the Bud Light Mang-O-Rita. Surprisingly it was so good even if it is considered "thot juice" (LOL). If you don't get that reference be glad! Anyway, since I promised a summer reading list here are 5 books that I've been reading/read.
1. The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle – A guide to spiritual enlightenment that strongly suggests that living in the now is the truest path to happiness and enlightenment. The book aims to help readers find their true and deepest self and reach the ultimate in personal growth and spirituality.
2. You Are A Badass by Jen Sincero – A blunt how-to guide of your own transformation. A guide aimed to helping you create the money, relationships, career and general all around awesomeness you so desire.
3. #Girlboss by Sophia Amoruso A success story from the founder/CEO of Nasty Gal strictly for those seeking a unique path to success, even when that path is winding as all hell and lined with naysayers.
4. Grace by Max Lucado – A strong reminder that there's more to grace than we've ever imagined. Max challenges readers to receive grace but also to be changed, shaped, and strengthened by grace.
5. A Perfect Recipe by Heather Lindsey – An all-in-one book that encourages you to spend time with God, challenges your daily walk to grow as a Christian, and provides great recipes and awesome health tips.
In case you missed it check out District Reads part I and II for more book suggestions. I'd love more recommendations! Leave your feedback or links in the comments section!


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Kit Siang: Umno and BN also responsible for 1MDB corruption, not just Najib
DAP's Lim Kit Siang today said Umno and Barisan Nasional (BN) are also responsible for the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal because they did nothing to save the country even when US Department of Justice (DoJ) described Malaysia's corruption as "kleptocracy at its worst".
Lim said the fact that Umno and BN leaders had helped former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to cover up the 1MDB corruption and money-laundering scandals means they too should be subjected to the same trials.
Lim was commenting on former Johor mentri besar Khaled Nordin's remark recently that only Najib is on trial and not Umno, telling the party to move on.
"Umno and BN did nothing to purge Malaysia of the infamy of global kleptocracy. When will Umno and BN, who aided and abetted Najib to cover up the 1MDB kleptocracy, come out of their 3Ds condition: Denial, delusion and deception?" he asked.
Lim in his statement said all the ministers under BN during the last five years bear the same responsibility.
He added that any self-respecting, honest and patriotic prime minister would have issued a point-by-point rebuttal to such corruption claims.
"Najib has shown neither remorse nor contrition for the 1MDB kleptocracy.
"Any prime minister would have issued a rebuttal to his own country and refuted the allegation that Malaysia had become a global kleptocracy," he said, adding that it's a shame Najib had failed to do so.
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After seeing the cow milking game included in 1-2-Switch, Billings Farm & Museum has issued a real-life milking challenge to Nintendo, which the company has reportedly accepted.
The Vermont-based history museum sent Nintendo a letter, challenging them to a contest to see who can milk cows the fastest. Billings Farm & Museum shared the letter on Facebook, along with a little light-hearted smack talk.
"So Nintendo has a new game out called 1-2-Switch and we noticed it includes a cow milking game. We sent them a message inviting them out to our farm to show them how it's REALLY done and to school them at their own game. Haven't heard back yet. Maybe they're too afraid of a little challenge…" the post reads.
Shortly thereafter, Nintendo responded in the comments section of the Facebook post, accepting the challenge and saying that flights to Vermont were currently being booked. Polygon reached out to Nintendo of America and received confirmation from a rep that "they're actually going up there this week."
In addition the cow milking game, 1-2-Switch features a variety of other strange and unique mini-games, including Quick Draw, Table Tennis and Safe Cracking. For our thoughts on the Nintendo Switch mini-game compilation, read IGN's 1-2-Switch review.
Alex Osborn is a freelance writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter and subscribe to his YouTube channel.


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Creator, Showrunner, Executive Producer, Director
Bromantic Comedy
"The Island of Everlasting Happiness"
A Science Fiction Project
(Previously pitched to the NBC Digital Studio.)
Executive Producer
An Action / Drama Project
View the "Coercion" One Sheet
(We have confirmed interest in the production from a branch of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security who will provide subject matter expertise, equipment and personnel support.)
Untitled Thriller Feature Film
Executive Producer, Director and Writer
(Jason S. Lewis, Aaron Strongoni & Thomas Verrette Thriller Project)
(Currently holds interest from the Senior Vice President of a medium-sized film production company in Los Angeles.)
Untitled Mafia Feature Film
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Gov. Sam Brownback's shameful attack on Planned Parenthood
As usual, the sun rose in the East this week. And, par for the course, Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback's administration again tried to unfairly punish Planned Parenthood of Kansas and Mid-Missouri.
The governor carried out his threat to cut off Medicaid reimbursements to the group, which immediately and properly filed a lawsuit challenging that pitiful decision.
For years, the zealous anti-abortion forces in the Sunflower State have made it clear they don't care that Planned Parenthood uses most of its money to provide needed, preventive health care for Kansans.
The "pro-life" crowd will continue to ignore the well-established facts — especially the one that Planned Parenthood agencies are not breaking the law and selling fetal tissues. The Kansas and Mid-Missouri chapter was specifically cleared of any wrongdoing by a state agency.
And Brownback and his ilk will use every trick in the book to abuse the public powers they have while trying to defy the law of the land — that abortion is legal in the United States.
We hope the courts reject the bogus reasons given by the Brownback administration to defund Planned Parenthood. The legal system must help make it possible for the group to continue providing health care for Kansans with these public funds.


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5 May 2017
The Sanlam Strategic Bond Fund has been nominated for 'Best Sterling Strategic Bond Fund' in the Investment Week Fund Manager of the Year Awards for 2017. The awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of fund managers in the investment industry.
The fund, led by fund manager Craig Veysey, went through a strict quantitative judging process to receive the nomination.
The winner will be announced on Thursday 6th July 2017 at London's Royal Albert Hall.


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Working at Open Society
The impact made by the Open Society Foundations begins with our workforce. Our diverse and inclusive staff is passionate about cultivating a more democratic, equitable world. For 35 years, we've sought applicants who will join us in our pursuit of open society. Read more about what it's like to work here below.
Our staff members are vital to the Open Society mission and our benefits program is designed to reflect how much we value them. Benefits may vary across offices, and may change over time, but can include the following:
- medical/prescription/dental insurance
- group life insurance
- short- and long-term disability insurance
- accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- travel and personal accident insurance
- flexible spending plans: FSA/DCA/transportation
- pension plan
- international SOS
- vacation, personal, and sick leave
- tuition reimbursement
- paid parental leave
- flexible work arrangement
- sabbatical
- employee matching gift program that matches charitable donations 3:1
- employee assistance program
The offices of the Open Society family of foundations are located around the world.
The following are our hub offices.
Home to the Open Society European Policy Institute, our EU policy arm, the Brussels office works to foster open societies by leveraging EU policies, legislation, funding, and political influence. The office is situated in the European Quarter, steps from most of the city's major EU institutions including the European Parliament.
With sweeping views of the River Thames, the London office is located in the borough of Westminster near Whitehall, the UK Parliament, and many of the city's historic attractions. It hosts an array of Open Society programs, provides discussion space for scholars and public officials, and is the base for the Foundations' global director of human resources.
New York
The New York office, the primary support giver of the Open Society Foundations, is housed in Midtown's historic Argonaut building near the southern edge of Central Park. In addition to being the hub of the organization's administrative, financial, and technical systems, it is also the main grant-giving center and home to a number of programs.
Washington, D.C.
The Washington office is located just steps from the White House and the National Mall, and boasts a rooftop terrace that offers one of the best views of the District's skyline. It engages in advocacy aimed at influencing U.S. government policy, and is home to the Open Society Policy Center, which lobbies Congress on domestic and international policy issues.


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Baby Photographer Norfolk
Creating portraits to treasure of your children and babies
Baby photographer Norfolk.
I have become a family and baby photographer to many of my clients, seeing them when their first child is born, throughout their first year and onwards for outdoor portrait sessions. Please scroll down for more images of my work.
I love to capture natural smiles so I make the session informal and fun. I give a little direction , but work with what your baby would like to do. With all my sessions my approach is relaxed and fun.
I keep set ups simple , this means nothing distracts away from your baby and your images will not date. You are more than welcome to have some family images with your baby at the sesison.
Popular ages to capture are 6 -10 months when babies can sit , roll, crawl – they are only little for a short time, parents love capturing their baby's milestones at the studio.
A baby photoshoot is held at my home studio and packages start from £200 , to view which packages and what is include please visit my pricing page.
I photograph babies in the studio up to walking age. Once they are constantly on the move I photograph them outdoors .
I send out a guide for each booking so that you know what works well, my address (Sprowston NR7) and what to bring.
My aim is to make the session stress free , and a time for you as parents to step back and remember your baby or child while I work with them to capture them.
I use a few props. These keep your little one still, engaged but do not over power your images. You are more than welcome to bring any teddies and keepsakes to the session that have sentimental value. I have a few outfits for under ones at the studio which parents are welcome to borrow. Again these are simple and natural meaning your images will be timeless and pure.
Baby Photographer Nofolk – natural , relaxed and baby led throughout the photohshoot.


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Chronic Fatigue
Chronic fatigue is defined as physical and/or mental exhaustion that can be caused by stress, overwork, medication or illness, disease or even depression. Everyone gets fatigued from time to time. The body is telling you it is time to rest and get some sleep. When fatigue is persistent, however, or your exhaustion goes beyond normal sleepiness, it may be a sign that something more serious is going on.
Symptoms of chronic fatigue may include a pronounced lack of energy, desire to sleep, difficulty concentrating, irritability and mood swings, feelings of weakness in the muscles, slowed movements and central nervous system reactions. It can also include serious mental exhaustion. Long periods of fatigue may cause mental fuzziness, difficulty in concentrating and sometimes memory loss.
Fatigue may be caused by not getting enough rest, a poor diet, stress at home or at work, poor physical conditioning or be a symptom of a more serious medical condition like heart disease, diabetes or depression. Sometimes medications cause drowsiness that feels like fatigue.
If fatigue persists for at least six months, is not a side effect of another disease and is accompanied by flu-like symptoms may indicate chronic fatigue syndrome. This debilitating disease causes overwhelming exhaustion and other problems. If you suffer from prolonged fatigue, see your doctor and express your concerns so you can get a thorough examination.
Herbal Treatments
Internal Applications
- Lemon drink lemon juice or mix it in equal parts with grapefruit juice and drink whenever you feel fatigue coming on.
- Cinnamon add cinnamon to your diet by sprinkling it on your oatmeal, toast or whatever you're eating for breakfast.
- Garlic eat raw garlic or take a tincture twice a day to relieve fatigue.
- Licorice take a supplement of licorice root every day to fight fatigue.
- Astragalus this herb can be taken twice a day to boost your immune system and help relieve fatigue.
- Korean ginseng this herb will help fight stress and boost your energy levels. Do not use this herb if you have high blood pressure, heart disease or hypoglycemia.
- Siberian ginseng this herb can help you resist fatigue, stress and disease. Take 100 to 200 mg twice a day of a standardized extract.
- Kelp this herb can help provide you with energy when you are fatigued.
- Skullcap this herb can help you get a more restful sleep. Follow the directions on the label, as this is a sedative.
- Valerian the root of valerian is also useful for helping you get a good night's sleep. This sedative herb must be used carefully, so follow the directions for the best results.
- Ashwagandha this herb is rejuvenating and is useful in boosting your strength, stamina and energy. Take 25 mg three times per day.
- Ginger a tea made from this herb can offset the symptoms of fatigue in some cases. It is energizing and warming.
- Mugwort this bitter herb from the Artemisia family can help boost your energy. It helps to increase your endocrine function and improve your digestion.
- Schisandra this herb can help improve mental clarity, increase your capacity to work and build strength. It also strengthens the immune system and reduces fatigue and sleeplessness.


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Cian Burns the Quay as Muirhevnamor win
Muirhevnamor bounced back from their opening game defeat to Shamrocks last week to take all three points in this lively U11 Premier game with Quay Celtic on Wednesday evening.
Both sides were bright and inventive with the nine-a–side format at this age group, which sees them play in small goals which are positioned on the edge of the 18-yard box, allowing the players plenty of time on the ball.
Daragh Toner was inches wide for Quay on six minutes and three minutes later at the other end Tolees Aguinade's shot was deflected away for a corner after good work by Dylan McGuill. The post then saved Muirhevnamor when an Oisin Monahan shot cannoned back off the upright and Dylan McGuill was unlucky again in the 17th minute for Muirhevnamor with a shot from close range that was well saved by Conor O'Neill.
The Quay Celtic 'keeper produced another terrific save on 20 minutes when he somehow turned Leon Mulholland's goal bound effort around the post.
It was more of the same in the second half. Jamie Lee went close for Muirhevnamor and Jake MacNamara went close for Quay but the deadlock was broken eight minutes from time when Cian Burns skipped into the Quay Celtic penalty area and showed wonderful skill and composure to hook the ball over the head of Conor O'Neill into the top corner for a magnificent winning goal.
Muirhevnamor: James McGuinness, Cian Burns, Tiernan Cassidy, Tolees Aguinade, David Devlin, Ryan Boland, Dylan McGuill, Alex Gleeson, Sean Cassidy, Gabriel Aneus, Jamie Lee, James O'Connor, Leon Mulholland, Arminds Lahnanus.
Quay Celtic: Conor O'Neill, Oisin Breen, Callum Smith, Sean Cunningham, Darragh Toner, Adam McSkaine, Oisin Monahan, Daniel Nordone, Ruari Kierans, Jack Mulroy, Calvin Adindele, Jake MacNamara, Bernard Hughes, Joseph McGeown.


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Tropical Storm Maria has developed in the central Atlantic.
This system is expected to strengthen into a hurricane on Sunday or Monday.
The Lesser Antilles will be impacted by this storm early week.
Tropical Storm Maria continues to develop east of the Lesser Antilles and is expected to quickly or rapidly strengthen over the next several days, posing yet another hurricane threat to the Lesser Antilles.
Tropical Storm Maria is located less than 550 miles east-southeast of the Lesser Antilles and is moving west at 15-20 mph.
(MORE: Hurricane Central)
Current Storm Status
The highest cloud tops, corresponding to the most vigorous convection, are shown in the brightest red colors. Clustering, deep convection around the center is a sign of a healthy tropical cyclone.
Atmospheric conditions should be favorable for quick or even rapid development and it is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane as Sunday night.
Tropical Storm Maria is expected to move in a more west-northwestward direction over the next few days and will likely approach the Leeward Islands Monday.
Projected Path
The red-shaded area denotes the potential path of the center of the tropical cyclone. Note that impacts (particularly heavy rain, high surf, coastal flooding) with any tropical cyclone may spread beyond its forecast path.
Hurricane watches have been issued for Antigua and Barbuda, St. Kitts and Nevis, Montserrat, Guadeloupe, Saba and St. Eustatius, St. Maarten and Anguilla. Hurricane conditions are possible here on Monday night or Tuesday.
Tropical storm watches have been posted for portions of the Lesser Antilles including, St. Lucia, Martinique, Dominica, Barbados, St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Tropical storm conditions are possible here on Monday.
Watches and Warnings
A watch means hurricane or tropical storm conditions are possible within 48 hours. A warning means those conditions are expected within 36 hours.
Rainfall totals of 6 to 12 inches are possible in the central and southern Leeward Island through Tuesday night, with locally up to 20 inches in some spots. In the northern Leeward Islands, 2 to 4 inches of rain are likely, with isolated spots receiving 8 inches.
A storm surge of 3 to 5 feet is expected from Barbuda and St. Kitts southward to Guadeloupe.
High surf and dangerous rip currents are also expected by Sunday night in the Lesser Antilles.
Interests in the Caribbean should watch this system closely, especially locations in the northern Leeward Islands that were recently devastated by Hurricane Irma.
(MORE: Irma's Impacts in the Caribbean)
Check back with us at weather.com for updates on this system.
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(from press release)
Image Comics announced at this year's Rose City Comic Con an all-new ongoing series from David Walker, Chuck Brown, and Sanford Greene that will launch in 2018 titled, BITTER ROOT.
BITTER ROOT is set in 1920s with the Harlem Renaissance in full swing. The new series will follow
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Summer Makeup Tips and Tricks
Summer makeup should be maximum light and transparent, since the burning summer sun doesn't like heavy makeup layers and eyeshadows. Natural makeup in nude colors will look absolutely chic and fresh in summer, while those dark colors and thick foundations are recommended to store for winter months. As soon as the temperatures go rising, foundation starts to drain, mascara and eyeshadows smudge around the eyes and it becomes essential to learn some long lasting makeup tips. Surely, nobody says that as summer arrives, you should go out bare-faced. Instead, follow our summer makeup tips and tricks and lighten up your look correctly, avoiding any makeup meltdown!
Summer makeup encourages minimalism and rejects using all sorts of makeup products that will spoil the look of your radiant, breathable skin. The less cosmetics you use, the better! This is the perfect time to embrace your natural beauty by experimenting with your favorite lip-gloss or primers. Replace your normal makeup products with ones that are light in terms of colors and consistency. Wondering how to create a trendy summer makeup? Follow our step-by-step tips for a chic summer makeup look!
How to Choose Foundation for Summer
The secret of a flawless looking skin lies in choosing the right foundation for summer. This is the time of the year, when you have to use foundation not only to cover small skin imperfections, but also to protect your face from the harmful sunrays. A lightweight water-based foundation with SPF is the perfect fit for summer. Usually in summer your foundation tone is slightly darker than your normal, winter one, since your skin tends to have a natural tan.
For a glowing summer skin, first apply coconut oil on your face after the shower. It serves as a natural moisturizer and hydrates the skin. Next, you can apply a light base on your skin with light-reflective particles. Use concealer on the problem areas and then opt for BB or CC creams. If you need a stronger coverage, try a combination of nourishing serum primer and tinted moisturizer. It perfectly blends with your skin color, giving a soft, satin finish to your face. Primers are highly recommended both for face and lids in summer, since they tend to make your foundation and eyeshadow stay in place throughout the day.
Using Bronzer and Highlighter
Once you have created the perfect makeup base, you should go for a little bronzer, without which summer makeup would look incomplete. Here, bronzer replaces translucent powder, giving a healthy tan to your complexion. To brighten up your face and give it a shiny finish, you can use highlighter at the end.
Applying the Blush
For a perfect summer makeup, pick a sweat-resistant pinky-coral blush. Keep in mind that lighter tones provide a more natural effect.
Eye Makeup for Summer
Summer eye makeup should be maximum minimal. Opt for matte or satin eye pencils and eyeshadows that won't crease throughout the day. Pick natural, light colors for the day, and if you are going out at night, you may like to add some shimmer on your peepers for a glam effect. For a light beach makeup, treat yourself to a trendy wet look effect. And, of course, don't forget about waterproof mascara.
The final touch of a gorgeous summer makeup look is always a sheer lip-gloss in delicate pinks or corals that will make your lips super-kissable! In case you have that perfect skin without any imperfections, you can definitely forget about summer makeup tips and go out with no makeup, just wearing a lip-gloss or a lightweight mascara to define a particular area on your face!
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The previous two Thanksgivings, when my record of pies was rising long, I decided to mix the candy potato and pecan pies on my checklist into one Candy Potato Pecan Pie. The buildings tend to be extra frail, and corruption and bullying continues to be prevalent, China has been in a rush lately to develop its economy, so the strain on the nail homeowners to move out is intense. I really ought to take some time to go to the Minstrels night, though – last time I went out was July 2014 after I went to a buddy's celebration domestically! And for the worth, on the Frech Riviera, there's a smaller estate in Cap Martin, Villa Maria Irina, 3,2 hectares and 5000 sq. meter on the market at one hundred thirty 000 000€… The same price than Villa Joya in Cap Ferrat, 1,6 hectare and one thousand sq. meter. Fraser's plans for the house at 1500 Rhode Island Avenue were accomplished in 1879 for house owners John T and Jessie Willis Brodhead, pictured at proper about 1925.
Expensive Beth….after attempting to barter a short sale and mortgage modification which fell far short of what we could afford….me and my household vacated the house and r now renting a 3 bedroom townhouse up the street (we stay in Massachusetts). Have a household phone bank or e mail circle and contact your representatives whilst you eat leftovers. Finally Fischer discovers the mummified corpse of Emeric Belasco behind one of many walls and deduces that the entire psychic occasions in the house were as a consequence of Belasco's telekinetic powers.
You writhe & shiver in a state of pure being pure existence, you not dance to the music you have turn into the music, you're just power in its most refined form, shifting, vibrating, like some sonically induced, spellbound ball of enraptured joy. I do not love the concept of getting somebody keep in our house while we would be away-I prefer to know I am going to find it the way in which we left it-HOWEVER I'd undoubtedly use a home-sitter if I did not have a family member to handle our canine at her home. If your own home is previous the redemption interval, then it's both owned by the financial institution or another person. This was the case when we met a man known as Paul, who hailed from Carlisle, at a celebration in June 1991 in some distant space. Gropius was all the time amused to think about Gropius House as a New England antiquity" as years earlier than it had been barely tolerated as a curiosity, or worse, an abomination.
I soon had a great assortment of Pete Tong mix tapes, plus I used to purchase data (the old vinyl) normally at Melody House in Blackpool, or Action Data in Preston, where you could buy even probably the most obscure 12-inch rave tunes. Her credit score might be ruined brief-time period, but if she keeps up with the remainder of her payments and makes each cost on time, it needs to be good enough to purchase one other home inside two years, particularly if she has a few bank cards that are being paid on time. I even had one istance the place I bought a Property myself, as a result of the Agent couldn't finalise (shut) the Sale. Our outdated home is value 269K and we owe 410k on it, we've got tried a number of times with lender to get modifications, all they'd supply us is growing the lifetime of the loan, which doesn't help us. Like me, she wished to have an excellent time, amusing and to bop and occasion at the weekend.
However whereas the term 'spite homes' would seek advice from a building which is intentionally built between two existing properties just to essentially annoy their house owners, this house predates the encircling buildings, and it wasn't built out of animosity. It seems that means as a result of that is exactly where it is. It was taken in 2012 within the metropolis of Wenling in Zhejiang Province, when the home was the last one standing as the neighbourhood was cleared to make means for a railway station and a brand new road to the station – part of a redevelopment plan. If it goes long sufficient, the water in the drain entice can evaporate, letting sewer smells into the house.


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Little River County is located in southwestern Arkansas. The County Seat is Ashdown and the largest city is Ashdown. The Official Web Site is located at http://www.littlerivercounty.org/. The 2014 population estimate is 12,532 and the 2010 census population was 13,168. The land area is 532.25 square miles and there are 24.7 persons per square mile.
76% of the population is White, 19.8% is Black or African American, 3.1% is Hispanic or Latino, 0.4% is Asian, 1.7% is American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.1% is Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 2.1% is two or more races. 83.4% have a high school degree or higher, and 10.6% have a Bachelor degree or higher.
The median home value is $80,900, there are 5,315 households, an average of 2.41 persons per household. The per capita income is $19,880, the median household income is $39,673, and 14% of the persons in Little River County are considered below poverty level.
The total number of firms, at last estimate, was 863. Retail sales (in $1000) were $88,228, and sales per capita were $6,846. The percentage of black-owned firms is 0%, and the percentage of women-owned firms is 21.4%.
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Small Oak Chest
Catalogue ID: 687
Description This small chest is based on an image in the Maciejowski Bible. It is made of English Oak, and features brass furniture, including lock and keys.
External - 600mm long, 250mm tall, 225mm deep
Price $1,596.00 excluding GST (Non-Australian residents)
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Cyborg Superhero in GTA
This is Cyborg a Superhero Character from DC Comics ported by me [Yuniwii} to GTA
update : 4 July 2015 reupload dead link
update : 4 July 2015 reupload dead link
According wiki, "Cyborg is a fictional character, a superhero appearing in comic books published by DC Comics. The character was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist George Pérez, and first appears in a special insert in DC Comics Presents #26 (October 1980). Cyborg is best known as a member of the Teen Titans. However, in September 2011, Cyborg was established as a founding member of the Justice League as part of DC's 2011 reboot of its continuity.
Cyborg GTA San Andreas
from DC Universe Online
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Mumbai,Krishna Bahirwani: The number of hacking incidents are constantly rising and companies are struggling to keep up with the attackers. In an exclusive interview at Black Hat Asia 2015, Chris Thomas, Security Analytics and Advanced Security Operations Specialist, Asia Pacific & Japan, RSA speaks to Krishna Bahirwani and shares his thoughts on where organizations are going wrong.
Where do you believe that organizations go wrong when trying to deal with the latest cyber threats?
Many organisations make the mistake of buying the latest "shiny toy" in technology without first considering the people that have to use it, and the processes in which it will be used. In many cases, only adding technology creates more work for analysts and, without the right processes and prioritisation in place, may only add noise, making it harder to find relevant alerts that need to be actioned.
What kind of security awareness is lacking in companies worldwide?
From a general user perspective, we are seeing that users are not as security savvy as we sometimes expect them to be. Users still fall for emails pretending to be from a legitimate organisation – phishing campaigns – that is why they still exist! Organisations should look at bolstering their security programs with end-user security awareness training. Organisations can better understand their exposure and risk through activities such as simulated phishing campaigns to test and assess how their users react. This educational aspect and continued assessments can then track how effective the training program has been.
What process does the EMC CIRC use to deal with growing cyber threats?
The approach used by the EMC CIRC and other leading organisations to combat growing cyber threats is based on 3 key areas: "Visibility, Analysis & Action". Analysts must have the visibility to see into all parts of the environment to eliminate blindspots and to enable them to identify and investigate attacks.
Analysts must also be able to detect and analyse the most advanced attacks before they can impact the business. Analysts can no longer simply wait for alerts – they must proactively search and hunt for threats in their environment. This includes correlating the extra data from their network environment that most businesses fail to consider, and moving beyond the basics of security, such as conventional antivirus solutions.
Finally, the analysts must be able to take targeted action on the most important incidents. This means having the tools that are flexible enough to allow analysts dive deep into the technical specifics of a breach, while also linking the effects of any such attack to the business' priorities. With this relationship, analysts can prioritise issues affecting critical assets first, immediately acting on the most important impacts to the business.
What is one piece of advice would you want to leave the readers with?
Security teams must evolve from being simple security event gatherers to network hunters – proactively looking for threats and anomalies in their environments. Simply relying on alerts from traditional, preventative controls is not enough to detect and deal with advanced threats. By adopting an approach that includes Visibility, Analysis & Action, security teams will be much better equipped to detect and respond to threats before they have significant impact on their business.


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Savannah Marie searches for the best restaurants, wildlife and attractions that Harrisburg has to offer.
As an upstate New York native, I am fully aware of what it takes to survive a winter in the North East. In the first 18 years of my life, I was fully stocked with winter coats, boots, scarves, mittens and a thick skin that one develops after sledding for hours in single-digit weather. In my formative years I would have laughed in the face of something called the "Polar Vortex," and proceed to throw snowballs at my siblings. However, once I moved down south, all was lost.
The military transported me to the land of humidity, sweet tea, hurricanes (the weather system and the drink) and central air. This place is often referred to as Mississippi's Gulf Coast. The coast is a magical place that hosts triple-digit temperatures in the summer and averages a comfortable 68 degrees in the non-summer months. When I first arrived, I couldn't breathe. The air was so saturated with hot moisture that I had a hard time believing this climate was able to sustain life. However, everyone else managed to walk around as though they weren't melting. I mentally pulled up my bootstraps, shed a few layers and went about living my life in this hot, humid and sticky wonderland.
Eventually, I began to get the hang of southern weather. I knew that in the summer I could never, ever leave the house with straightened hair. If I ever attempted this my hair would turn into a mass of sweaty, frizzled dreadlocks that would earn me a "bless her heart" or "oh, darlin'" from kind-hearted (?) stranger. I learned to accept (and be thankful for) my natural curls.
I also learned that between July and November, people in the south get nutty. For you "yankees" that don't understand this timeline, July through late November is hurricane season. During hurricane season residents stock up on essentials and throw a party. Seriously. Many of my sweet southern friends hosted parties when we were in the path of a less severe hurricane or tropical storm. Hurricane parties were usually reserved for the mild weather systems, rather than the devastating storms that have been known to hit the shores of the coast.
Check out the grocery store selection I had to choose from during prep for Hurricane Issac:
It took me a long time to appreciate southern weather, but I eventually began to navigate the humidity like a true southern belle. Just as I was getting the hang of things (five years later), we packed up and moved to central PA.
It was summertime when I moved to PA. I had missed the warm sun, green grass and all around wonderful climate. Harrisburg was a beautiful reminder of everything I didn't know I was missing. I could straighten my hair in the summer! All was blissful -- and then winter hit. I was completely unaware of how unprepared I was for winter until the first snow fall. I soon realize that I had no scrapper, no appropriate winter coat and no boots or gloves to speak of. What's a transplant to do? I was forced to face Old Man Winter head on. Now I wake up early to tackle the inches of snow and ice that accumulate on my car each night; I bundle up in layer upon layer to take my dog for a walk; and I would like to add that I do it all with a smile, but that would a lie. A big, fat, cold, chapped-lipped lie.
I spent the early weeks of winter yearning for my southern life. All my friends were probably wearing T-shirts when I was wearing layers of unflattering clothing just to keep warm. I had to put my foot in my mouth when I learned that the coast was experiencing similar weather patterns. They were hit with freezing temperatures, snow and ice. What's worse is because they aren't used to this type of weather, they weren't prepared with the proper construction equipment to clear the roads. Additionally, most coastians aren't aware of the techniques to use when driving on slick and icy roads. The winter weather that I was complaining about posed a real danger to them.
This bitter weather comparison taught me a valuable lesson: The weather isn't always warmer on the other side of the Mason-Dixon line.
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Tune In To The C-USA Championship on 600 ESPN El Paso!
UTEP defeated Tulsa 66-54 today in the Semifinals of the C-USA Tournament! Congratulations Miners!
For all the game details go here.
If you can't make it to the game, tune in to 600 ESPN El Paso tomorrow morning at 9:15 for all the action of the Conference USA Championship game! Mando will follow the end of the game with a special C-USA and Championship weekend edition of CrunchTime LIVE from King's X!
Championship weekend doesn't end there, though. Keep it on 600 ESPN El Paso all weekend for these Championship games:
9:15am: Conference USA Championship Game
11:30am: CrunchTime (immediately following C-USA Final)
3:45pm: PAC-10 Championship Game
5:45pm: Big West Championship Game (immediately following PAC-10 final)
7:45pm: WAC Championship Game (immediately following Big West final)
10:45am: SEC Championship Game
1:00pm: NBA Orlando @ Phoenix (immediately following SEC final)
4:00pm: NCAA Selection Sunday Show
SUNDAY at 6pm, you'll also be able to start picking your NCAA Brackets with 600 ESPN El Paso's Bracket Busters, and then keep it on 600 ESPN El Paso for all the March Madness action all the way through the NCAA Championship Games on April 4th and 5th!


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text: Foo Fighters are set to return in September with their new album, Concrete and Gold. Following the premiere of lead single "Run", the band has furthered previewed the record as they tour the UK and Europe this summer. So far we've seen fan-shot footage of "La Dee Da", "The Sky is a Neighborhood", and the Taylor Hawkins-led "Sunday Rain". During a gig in Paris on Monday, the band debuted another track, an arena-sized rocker called "Dirty Water". You can check it out below… Are you excited for the new album? We sure are!


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While a handful of the nineties hottest models still have careers in fashion, many have moved on to new walks of life. Forging paths as real estate agents, beauty entrepreneurs, actresses, and authors, these women prove that reinvention doesn't begin and end on the catwalk. Catch up with twelve of the decade's most recognizable faces here.
Georgina Grenville
Originally from: Kokstad, South Africa
First Vogue cover: May 1997
Big break: Grenville rose to prominence after winning the South African round of Elite Model Look in 1990. It wasn't long before she was walking for the decade's power brands—Versace, Christian Dior, and Valentino included.
Known for: Grenville credits Tom Ford with taking her career to the next level. "Becoming the Gucci girl was a defining moment," she says. "The fashion industry in the nineties was decadent and fun. There was so much going on. It was a creative and liberated moment in fashion."
Where she is now: Stepping away from fashion in 2000, Grenville first traveled back home to South Africa. These days she lives in Paris with her husband and three children, balancing life as a wife and mother with the occasional bit of modeling work. "I now concentrate on sharing our incredible world with my children. We travel as much as possible. I try to teach them all the things I've learned because I feel like I really am one of the luckiest people ever."
Yasmeen Ghauri
Originally from: Montreal
First Vogue cover: April 1992
Big break: Ghauri was spotted by a scout while working at McDonald's. Her mixed heritage and dramatic features made her a refreshing change from the bubbly blondes who ruled the modeling scene in the 1980s.
Known for: Though Ghauri was a favorite of famous photographers like Patrick Demarchelier and Steven Meisel, her true domain was the catwalk. Gianni Versace, Karl Lagerfeld, and Thierry Mugler counted on her to bring their collections to life. Victoria's Secret took note and enlisted Ghauri as one of the label's earliest spokeswomen.
Where she is now: In the mid-nineties, Ghauri chose family over fashion, marrying lawyer Ralph Bernstein and retiring from modeling. They live in Bedford, New York, with their daughter, Maia, and son, Victor. Today, Ghauri focuses her attentions on fundraising for environmental causes and breast cancer research.
Debra Shaw
Originally from: Philadelphia
First Vogue appearance: "Couture Clash" by Peter Lindbergh, April 1997
Big break: Shaw was discovered while studying fashion design at an arts high school; her first fashion experiences came from staging her own shows for classmates.
Known for: Shaw's extreme proportions made her a couturier's dream. John Galliano worked with the model during his tenure at Dior, transforming her into some of his most outlandish characters.
Where she is now: Shaw preps young models for life on the catwalk as a Paris-based fashion consultant and runway coach. A multi-instrumentalist since childhood, she plays violin, cello, and piano, and has toured Europe with her jazz quartet, the aptly named Debra's Dream.
Hannelore Knuts
Originally from: Hasselt, Belgium
First Vogue appearance: "Independents' Day" by Annie Leibowitz
September 2001
Big break: Emerging at the end of the nineties, Knuts presaged the aughts fashion obsessions. Androgynous, austere, and fearless in front of the camera, she became a favorite of the Belgian duo Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin.
Known for: Cutting-edge houses like Balenciaga, Prada, and Dries Van Noten took a shine to Knuts, singling her out as a beauty for the new millennium.
Where she is now: Knuts curated an exhibition of photographs of herself, "UltraMegaLore," that ran at Belgium's Hasselt Fashion Museum in 2010. A new mother, she also keeps busy posing for the painter Michaël Borremans; appearing in films by her husband, Nicolas Provost; and even starring on a season of Belgium's Dancing with the Stars.
Esther De Jong
Originally from: Amsterdam
First Vogue appearance: "Fashion's New Establishment" by Steven Meisel, July 1996
Big break: Working as a babysitter to photographer Anette Aurell, De Jong was introduced to Marilyn Agency founder Marilyn Gaultier, who signed her on the spot. Almost immediately Steven Meisel selected De Jong for an Italian Vogue cover story. "At that point I was so new that I didn't realize what an amazing opportunity it was, and what it meant for the rest of my career," says De Jong. "I was an untraveled farm girl from rural Holland, then all at once my career took off."
Known for: As the face of Prada, Dior, Céline, Alberta Ferretti, and countless other campaigns, De Jong's image was inescapable during the nineties.
Where she is now: Balancing independent film projects, a lucrative racehorse breeding business, and raising her son, De Jong makes runway appearances for special occasions, like Prada's star-studded fall 2013 show.
Trish Goff
Originally from: Northern Florida
First Vogue appearance: "Paris Couture: In the Grand Tradition" by Steven Meisel, October 1994
Big break: Though she was scouted at 15 and modeled for the likes of Chanel and Chloé, Goff says her career kicked into high gear the moment she appeared in Vogue. "American Vogue and the Versace campaign by Richard Avedon were huge for me," says Goff. "It put me on the map."
Known for: Wide-eyed and delicate-featured, Goff stood in sharp contrast to the nineties glamazons and heralded a fresher, more youthful aesthetic. She fronted ads for everyone from Jil Sander to the Gap.
Where she is now: As a real estate agent, Goff has proven herself as skilled at navigating New York's housing market as she once was at marching down the runway. Her son, Nyima, made his runway debut at Anna Sui's Fall 2015 show.
Chandra North
Originally from: Dallas
First Vogue appearance: "The Cocktail Party" by Ellen von Unwerth, September 1995
Big break: During a night out with friends, North was approached by a male model who encouraged her to check out his agency in Texas. Signed shortly thereafter, North soon left the Lone Star State, heading to Paris and New York for modeling jobs. Working with many of the decade's biggest designers gave North an insider's appreciation of the nineties fashion scene and its glamour. "I think of shows like Isaac Mizrahi, Marc Jacobs, Anna Sui, Todd Oldham, and of course, Galliano's—they were complete spectacles," she says. "The energy was insane, but at the same time they were intimate."
Known for: A classic beauty, North added a touch of sophistication to the nineties work of photographers like Mario Sorrenti, Craig McDean, Ellen von Unwerth, and Mario Testino.
Where she is now: With a son headed for high school and a burgeoning career as a contributor to the Dallas Morning News' fashion glossy, FD Luxe, North has her plate full. "I've been married for 22 years to the foxy guy in Steven Meisel's iconic grunge pic with Kristen McMenamy! I'm a mom, so it's less about me, which is a great thing!"
Claudia Mason
Originally from: New York City
First Vogue appearance: "Gypsy Soul" by Bruce Weber, April 1992
Big break: Spotted in a record store as a teen, Mason went from a LaGuardia High School student to a superstar model seemingly overnight.
Known for: Mason's sensual good looks made her appealing to a variety of clients, including Revlon, which tapped her for the now-iconic Richard Avedon Unforgettable campaign. Mason also counts her work for Vogue as an especially memorable period—particularly when it had her working alongside Bruce Weber and Grace Coddington. "Creativity was high in the nineties," she says. "There was more freedom of expression due to the fact that it was before the digital age took over, and that is what people are nostalgic for, I believe."
Where she is now: Mason has just finished up her first book, Finding the Supermodel in You: The Insider's Guide to Teen Modeling. It's scheduled to hit bookshelves in November.
Michele Hicks
Originally from: Essex County, New Jersey
First Vogue appearance: "Independents' Day" by Steven Meisel,
September 1993
Big break: Hicks made her runway debut at Dolce & Gabbana, just as the model look shifted from glamazon to waif. Selected for the corresponding Dolce campaign, she quickly became a well-known face in Steven Meisel's photographs and on the catwalks, particularly those of John Galliano, which she considers career-defining. "You knew you were part of something completely new and incredibly creative doing his shows."
Known for: Hicks appeared in countless editorials, especially in Vogue. "One of my first Vogue shoots was with Steven Meisel and Grace Coddington," Hicks shares. "They were double-page group shots, some in Central Park and some in the studio. Trish Goff, Lucie de la Falaise, Bridget Hall—so many different faces of the nineties were included in that series. It really felt special to be included in that group, and I love the pictures."
Where she is now: Though she still appears on the runway via exclusive turns for Givenchy and Louis Vuitton, Hicks is now focused on her acting career, which took off with 1999's Twin Falls Idaho. Working with auteurs like David Lynch and Michael Polish, she's built a not-insubstantial résumé. "I have been working on a couple of different TV series," she says. "Public Morals on TNT is airing August 25, and I am very excited about that."
Veronica Webb
Originally from: Detroit
First Vogue appearance: "An American in Paris" by Bruce Weber, January 1991
Big break: Originally from Detroit, Webb headed to New York to study animation at Parsons The New School for Design. While at college, Webb was encouraged by a makeup artist to try her hand at modeling. Success came quickly, and Webb relocated to Paris, where she became a muse to both Azzedine Alaïa and Karl Lagerfeld.
Known for: Webb broke boundaries as the first black model to garner a Revlon contract, an experience commemorated with a special Vogue story. She still recalls the day of the shoot: "I cherish the portrait of myself in a top hat and tails, taken by photographer Dewey Nicks," says Webb. "Elizabeth Saltzman was the editor, and the picture was inspired by a famous photograph of Judy Garland."
Where she is now: Spending the last few years in Florida with her husband and children, Webb is now focusing on a new role: businesswoman. With her own line of hair products set to launch next year, Webb once again hopes to shake up the industry. "I think about health and wellness before everything else," says Webb. "I've used all the skills and contacts I acquired through modeling to invest and partner in businesses related to fashion and beauty."
Kylie Bax
Originally from: Thames, New Zealand
First Vogue appearance: "Silk Cuts" by Pamela Hanson, January 1996
Big break: Scouts in a New Zealand shopping mall first spotted Bax, but long before setting foot on the runway, she was a fashion fanatic. Her knowledge of fashion and enthusiasm for the industry impressed Karl Lagerfeld—who would encourage her to cut her hair into her signature platinum pixie—and Steven Meisel, who took her under his wing as a protégé.
Known for: Bax's combination of edge and sex appeal made her a versatile commodity in the nineties, swapping stints on the runway at Prada and McQueen for sittings with Helmut Newton. For Bax, the high points came via work with her heroes. "The defining moments were the ones where I found myself traveling on the Concorde to shoot with big-name supermodels," says Bax. "To be working alongside and being embraced by my idol Linda Evangelista. Working with Karl Lagerfeld was life-defining. He gave me an incredible sense of what it meant to be a top model."
Where she is now: Bax now successfully breeds horses while occasionally modeling and raising her three girls. "My horses have always been my passion," she shares. "The first contract I got with Escada, I bought a horse farm in Kentucky. I built a house there and attended the Kentucky Derby. It was my investment. Something my father told me to do when I earned money was to invest wisely."
Nadège du Bospertus
Originally from: Montfermeil, France
First Vogue appearance: "Nude Study" by Peter Lindbergh, November 1989
Big break: Spotted by a photographer while studying economics at school, Du Bospertus initially planned to model only intermittently, but when she met photographer Herb Ritts while shooting a commercial, those plans changed. Ritts loved Du Bospertus's unique look and energy in front of the camera. She soon found herself photographed by the likes of Bruce Weber, Steven Meisel, and Patrick Demarchelier.
Known for: At the height of her career, Du Bospertus was the face of Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent, Versace, and several other luxury mainstays. With her cropped hair and bright smile, she was a distinctive addition to the supermodel lineup, frequently working with close friends like Carla Bruni.
Where she is now: Though she stepped away from the spotlight after the birth of her first son, Du Bospertus never completely left the fashion scene. She was a judge on Italia's Next Top Model for three seasons, and she can occasionally be seen in the front rows at fashion shows, covering Milan Fashion Week for the Italian magazine Amica.
The post '90s Models: A Look Back at the Faces—Famous and Slightly Less So—That Defined a Decade appeared first on Vogue.


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Many women find Pilates to be one of best exercises to do, both during and after their pregnancy. One of the top reasons Pilates and pregnancy go together so well is that Pilates is great at building your core strength. If your abdominals, back, and pelvic floor muscles are toned, they will support a more comfortable pregnancy and delivery. Pilates is also famous for helping new mums get their figures back after baby is born!
Pilates exercises can be adapted to suit the changing needs of your body. During your pregnancy your body will undergo many changes. For example as your baby grows it can begin to place a stress on your spine especially your lower back.
Pilates can help your body with these changes by building the strength you will need to support your skeleton and muscles. Your balance is affected during pregnancy and can be improved through Pilates. It will also help you maintain good movement in everyday life which can contribute to a positive experience of pregnancy.
If you are thinking of an active birth, Pilates will help with your posture which can help your baby get in a good position ready for birth….. making childbirth easier to cope with.
Useful breathing techniques, rest and relaxation exercises can also help ease the tension of labour. Pilates can help you to learn more about your body so that you can make the right choices for yourself in supporting you in the birth of your choice.
In the postnatal period Pilates can help you with your posture as well as creating stronger back and tummy muscles. Life with a new baby is both challenging and rewarding.
As Your Body Changes
As your baby grows your center of gravity will shift. You may find that you need to be a bit more cautious when doing certain things that you are quite used to doing like getting up and down for mat work.
Hormonal changes during pregnancy promote flexibility in the joints and muscles. Women do experience more strains to their muscles and ligaments during this time because their bodies are wisely making them more "stretchy". You will want to be sure not to overstretch. Working in a smaller range of motion is often a good way to tune into the subtleties of an exercise. For example, this would be a good time to work with tuning in to the pelvic floor muscles, breathing well, and gently working with oppositional stretch
Pilates Classes in Thatcham, Berkshire, uk
Tuesday evenings @ 7.45pm Francis Baily School, Thatcham
Wednesday evenings @ 7.30pm, Frank Hutchings Hall, Thatcham
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Since I graduated from college on Sunday, the summer has just begun for me. I have started turning my attention to the movies coming out in the next few months that I would want to see and the others that I wish had never been made. And I thought, hey, I have a movie blog which I can use to force my opinion on other people! To that end, I decided to write a post in which I will instruct you what movies you should see so you don't have to think for yourself. Aren't I nice?
The Avengers
Status: Out
Advice: See it!
If you haven't seen it already, go. Yes, I am ordering you to, and you will thank me for it. Whether you like action, stories, characters, comedy… it's all here. So stop sitting on your bean bag chair in in front of the computer reading pointless blogs (yes, like this one) and go see it!
Dark Shadows:
Status: Out
Advice: Meh
I saw this movie a few days ago because I am a Tim Burton fan, but he really disappointed me. Sadly, this movie turned out to be a good version of Twilight. However, keep in mind I have absurdly high standards for movies, so if you just want mindless entertainment, you'll love it.
Status: Release May 18th
Advice: DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE
Based on the trailer, it seems like Battleship is simply going to be Transformers doing water ballet. I guess if you are a mindless lemming who just gives Michael Bay more reason to jack off with his money, you will probably love this film. For those of us who demand more from their movies than just explosions and CG with no plot, avoid at all cost.
Men in Black 3
Status: Release May 25th
Advice: Meh
I'm torn. It could possibly go either way, but considering MIB 2 sucked, I'm leaning toward this movie sucking as well. Based on the trailers, I feel as if the writers ran out of idea of what to do with the franchise, so they threw in time travel. Of course. But, I sincerely hope it is a good movie, because Emma Thompson is in it, and she is one of my favorite actresses. I will have to kill someone if her reputation is soiled.
Snow White and the Huntsman
Status: Release June 1st
Advice: See it!
This movie looks incredible. My only complaint is that the filmmakers are trying to convince everyone that Kristen Stewart is the most beautiful girl in the land, and I am not buying it. But the movie looks so awesome, I am willing to subject myself to Bella and her lack of acting skills. While earlier this year Mirror Mirror did a very light hearted and humorous interpretation of Snow White, this movie seems very dark and riveting. There will be CG used, but it seems it will help the story, not try to hide the fact that none exists.
The Dictator
Status: Out
Advice; eeeeeehhhhh
I feel conflicted, because I usually do not enjoy comedies very much. They usually sacrifice stories because their main goal is to make people laugh. So normally I would say don't go see this movie, unless you do like comedies, I guess. However, I am planning to see it, but that's because of this blog mainly. Now instead of just seeing movies that I think will be good, I'm willing to see other ones, because if they suck, I can complain about them here for all of you to read.
Status: Release June 22nd
Advice: See it!
Yes, it is a children's film, but it looks really good. And this might actually be the long awaited first real feminist Disney princess. That may be too much to hope, especially for a cynic like me, but I am eagerly awaiting this film.
The Dark Knight Rises
Status: Release July 20th
Advice: go see it (but notice I don't have an exclamation point)
Unlike most people, I didn't think Dark Knight was amazing. The only good part of it was Heath Ledger, who obviously will not be in Dark Knight Rises. However, the trailer makes it look very interesting (although I have to acknowledge the villain looks like the villain from The Ninja Turtles). There is potential for it to be great. But I am skeptical.
The Amazing Spider Man
Status: Release July 3rd
Advice: Go see it!
I'm one of those kids who sort of grew up with the previous Spider Man Franchise. I really enjoyed that one (although the 3rd one sucked, Toby McGuire should never have emo bangs, even if it's trying to make a point). However, I'm getting curious. Apparetly, this new franchise isn't so much a remaking. It's a completely different story in which Peter is trying to figure out what happened to his parents. That is something that the previous franchise never brought up, and since I don't read comic books, I personally would like to know what happened to Peter's parents (for those of you who do read comic books, please, no spoilers).
Status: Release June 8th
Advice: See it if killer aliens is your thing
My regular reader know why I will not be seeing this film. I am very easily scared and honestly even the trailer is a little too intense for me. But if you like the whole aliens killing everyone just because we can't think of anything else for them to do, have at it!
Status: coming out May 18th
Advice: Go See it!
This movie is about how in the late 1800's to early 1900's, the common treatment for hysteria was a doctor would basically give the afflicted female a hand job. This movie seems as if it will be hilarious but also about important issues in history as well as today.
Death of a Superhero
Status: out
Advice: Go see it
I really want to see this movie and now that I know it's out I am so excited. The movie is about a boy who escapes reality by believing he is a superhero. The best part: Andy Serkis is his counselor. I love Andy Serkis. I think this movie promises to be great. However, it apparently has only been released in Seattle. Curses.
Madagascar:Europe's Most Wanted
Status: Released June 8th
Advice: DON'T SEE THIS MOVIE
That is unless you have children begging you to. If not, you have no good reason to want to see this movie. I can guarantee you it will fall prey to SSS, or Sloppy Sequel Syndrome, because all Dreamworks sequels do as the Ice Age and Shrek franchises have already taught us.
Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter
Status: Release June 22nd
Advice: GO SEE IT!
THIS MOVIE LOOKS FUCKING AWESOME! I'm probably going to academic hell for saying that considering I received a degree in history just days ago. However, I just really want to see this, because IT'S ABRAHAM LINCOLN, FIGHTING VAMPIRES! And, yes, my friends will all get a chance to laugh as I jump ten feet in my seat 50 times, but I need to see this. So do you.
That's My Boy
Status: Release June 15th
Advice: DON'T SEE THIS MOVIE
We all though Jack and Jill was Adam Sandler's career death rattling. Apparently not. How many horrible movies do you have to create before you put people out of their misery? Please, save yourself, and don't see this film.
GI Joe Retaliation
Status: Release June 29th
Advice: DON'T SEE THIS MOVIE
Yet another sequel to a movie that is all action, CG, and spectacle and no story. I have no expectations for this movie, especially when the end of the trailer brings in Bruce Willis. Does a more type casted actor exist?
Ice Age Continental Drift
Status: Release July 13
Advice: DON'T SEE THIS MOVIE
…for the same reasons I gave for not seeing the Madagascar sequel.
Step Up Revolution
Status; Release July 27th
Advice: DON'T SEE THIS MOVIE
Do I even have to explain myself on this one?
The Bourne Legacy
Status: Release Aug 3rd
Advice: DON'T SEE THIS MOVIE
One of the biggest things that bugs me in movies is when film makers make a bunch of films with one actor and decide to get someone else and pretend we'll never notice it. Jeremy Renner, you are not Matt Damon.
The Very Best Marigold Hotel
Status: Out
Advice: See it!
This movie has such a star studded cast, I can't see how it won't be incredible. Tom Wilkonson, Maggie smith, Judi Dench, I guess it could have too many characters, but I still really want to see it.
Please realize the advice I have given is based mostly upon my own movie taste which focuses on stories and characters. If that's not up your alley, you probably will disagree with me as to which movies you want to see and labotamize yourself with Michal Bayesque cinema. Have a good movie summer!