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Widely acclaimed by a host of medical, nutritional, and fitness experts, KC Craichy's best-selling book, The Super Health Diet, The Last Diet You Will Ever Need, has been called "the most remarkable nutrition book of the twenty-first century" by Dr. Richard Lippman, who was a 1996 Nominee for the Nobel Prize in Medicine for his work in anti-aging.
This book also takes a critical look at many of the most popular diets, exposing the pitfalls and detailing how they can leave the dieter exposed to gaining even more weight in the long run. KC worked with some of the top minds in the nutrition, medical, and fitness circles to develop a dynamic, no-nonsense approach to diet and health that is helping people of every age and every stage of health to supercharge their body, soul, and spirit!
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This 444 page book offers step-by-step instructions on how to make lasting changes to your diet and is complete with footnotes from some of the most respected medical authors and journals in the realm of health and nutrition.
KC and Monica Craichy talk about The Super Health Diet book on Ben Greenfield Fitness
Even if you didn't reach Craichy's previous book "Super Health: 7 Golden Keys to Unlock Lifelong Vitality", you've got to read this one. I can't tell you how many times I've seen the reports on TV and in the papers about the obesity problem in the US, and yet everywhere I turn I see the latest diet available. Clearly there's something wrong. KC Craichy offers an incredible amount of detail in such a simple to understand manner. He provides insights about the multitude of diets and fads and nutrition information available, and makes it so easy to understand. He then teaches about nutrition principles and educates us on the right way to eat for the long term. The best thing about this book is that it is in fact NOT a new diet. It is teaching us a way of life, a way of eating, which is healthy for us and is based upon solid nutritional requirements that our bodies have. It's that simple. And this is why it is in fact the LAST diet we'll ever need. Well done KC! This is a must read for every American.
I've finished my copy of The Super Health Diet and was simply amazed at the practical tips, insights and easy-to-incorporate lifestyle changes that will make a huge impact on not just my weight loss goals, but more importantly, my overall wellness and fitness. The author's theme is that weight loss or "weight optimization" is actually a side benefit or by-product of good health or "super health". We should focus on optimizing our health and our ideal weight follows - with countless other benefits such as stablized blood sugar, higher athletic performance, improved digestion and elimination, clearer skin, a sharper mind, more energy, more restful sleep and more! Sounds ideal I know, but The Super Health Diet does a comprehensive, but understandable job of presenting how this is accomplished. I particularly enjoyed KC's chapter on the role and importance of protein and amino acids that I've not read anywhere in my other detailed reading and study. This book has been well-researched and well-written and does a great job of making complex concepts understandable and practical to the common man (or woman). Bring on Super Health!
I have long been a big fan of KC Craichy's "Super Health 7 Golden Keys to Unlock Lifelong Vitality" book and have recommended it to hundreds of people through the years. I told everyone that Super Health 7 was the best book about diet and health that I had ever read. That was until KC wrote his new book, "The Super Health Diet - The Last Diet You Will Ever Need!" This is now the best diet and health book in existence. It's amazing that one person could write the two best books on a topic as complex as diet and health, but KC Craichy did just that. The book covers everything you want to know about healthy living and eating. His chapter on Protein is worth the price of the book by itself! KC has an amazing grasp of health and nutrition and I'm so glad his new book is now available for everyone to read and use as a guide to their healthy life. Thanks, KC! You've given us another winning combination - The Super Health Diet and Super Health 7. Mark
All kidding aside, if every home owned a copy of " The Super Health Diet ", we would cease to be an overweight, unhealthy nation. That may sound like a bit of a stretch but the wealth of research-backed science dwarfs every other diet book ever written. Author KC Craichy has seamlessly compiled keys to not only losing weight, but maintaining an ideal weight for life. Good bye yo-yo dieting, hello rock solid, practical advice. If you like this book as much as I do, you'll turn to it as a reference daily. While it is a diet book and can certainly help with weight loss, it is so much more. The SHD is a life diet, Not only should every home own a copy, but there should be a high school and college program based on this book. I was skeptical of the term " Super " in the title, but after reading it, twice, I concur that it is Super on every page, all 400+ " Alan
A quote in the " Super Health Diet " says " The greatest wealth is health". If that is true, then this book is the treasure map. Many of the health books I have read tend to pick some unique angle ( do you remember the cookie diet or grapefruit diets? ). In Super Health Diet, author KC Craichy tackles numerous health issues and their possible causes and prevention. Not a strict weight loss play, this book also addresses weight loss but not as a rapid loss diet that leaves one starving. Instead, it's a diet that takes the reader on a healthy, sustainable path to reach a weight they can maintain. It's all part of the authors somewhat unique, but totally logical approach to living with optimal health. Craichy does an excellent job of showing just how dangerous extra weight can be and how it relates to a host of serious illnesses. Everyone should own this book!
Unlike South Beach, Atkins, Weight Watchers, etc. etc., The Super Health Diet is a prescripton for overall health, not just weight loss. My goal (probably yours, too) is a life full of energy, vitality and wellness, not just dropping a few pounds temporarily. This book is a manual do to just that. I enjoyed reading about the history of weight loss and the pioneers that shaped the "industry". How incredible is it that America has the most weight loss programs, centers, books and resources yet we remain the fattest, unhealthiest population? There's got to be a better way. The Super Health Diet lays out the plan! Thank you, KC! Kerrie Hoening, Tampa FL
It takes a brash or very confident author to compare diet books and offer a better solution. In " The Super Health Diet ", that is exactly what author KC Craichy does. If fact, the very first chapter takes a critical but accurate look at numerous diets. Upon review of some of the real darlings of the weight loss industry, we soon realize that even the most popular diets of the last decade have serious flaws. The book doesn't dwell on the negative results of other diets. Instead, it quickly dives into fascinating examples and science that backs a better plan. Even the most jaded of health and diet book readers will find this book to be a refreshing change. If you're like me, you'll soon be shopping, eating and exercising differently. You might also sleep better and have better digestion along with reaching your optimal weight. When it comes to health/diet books, this book is in a league of it's own. Jennifer
In the first half of this book it concisely reviews every diet that exists and objectively provides the truth about each one. It then provides not just a diet but a fascinating discussion of the latest discoveries in the science of nutrition as it applies to our lives. Not just what to do but why you need to do it. The way the body works to absorb food to make bone, muscle and necessary fats. I cannot do things just because someone says so. I need the reason and the understanding of why I should do it. KC has provided this information in an easy to read book that is essential reading for anyone that cares about their body and health. This is the only book you need to understand why diets and the whole concept of a diet will not work. It is from the knowledge and understanding that this book provides that will create the understanding in each of us of what a healthy lifestyle is, then it is our responsibility to make the right choices. It is not about eating a non fat diet, grapefruit diet or another monoculture diet but is about making informed decisions about what to eat, drink and how we lives our lives. Thank you for the truth KC!
So many new diet books are based more on hype and marketing than proven science. While other books have helped me drop weight for a short period of time, I believe I'll fit into my bathing suit all Summer and for years to come by following the straight-forward health tips found in The Super Health Diet
During a recent visit to my Dr. for a routine checkup, my Dr. suggested I lose 30 lbs. I didn't need a Dr. to come up with that obvious truth, my mirror makes that painfully obvious every day. What I did need was a diet that I could adhere to for the long haul. What I found in The Super Health Diet was something missing from most every diet book- common sense. Just about any diet can help someone shed 5 or 10 lbs in the short term, but none that I have found can deliver a long term plan. This book has solid advice on many health issues as weight loss is not tied to just one thing. Emotional health ( much needed advice! ), sleep, diet supplements, spas, anti-aging, hydration, it's all covered here. Truly the last diet this overweight reader will need.
I have been a vegan for years not because I dislike meat, but because I have viewed it as healthier than other diets. After reading the logical reasoning behind The Super Health Diet, I am wondering where this book has been all my life! It covers so many nutrition dilemmas and has real answers for things such as the amount of protein we need to consume on a daily basis and is dairy good for you. I know the answers now, but you'll have to buy the book to find out. You will thank me
I'm a burgers and fries kind of guy and just saying the word diet is as difficult as eating broccoli for me, but, I was rejected for a good rate on a life insurance policy and needed to make some changes. One of my wife's friends learned about The Super Health Diet and one thing led to another and here I am, weeks into this diet. It's easier than I imagined and I feel great. I have resisted dieting before as I can't stomach the thought of tofu or eating incredible amounts or fiber! This diet just makes sense. If I get to my desired weight, I just might treat myself to a cheeseburger. If I do, author KC Craichy will be proud to know that now I would eat an organic, grass fed beef burger!
As an author and former competitive bodybuilder, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. "Super Health Diet" is the most complete resource on weight loss (and health) that I have seen in my 15+ years of research. I agree 100% with the title - I firmly believe that this is the LAST diet book you will ever need. Not only is "SHD" written in a clear and concise manner and chock full of up-to-date nutritional information, but it also contains recommendations and practical direction from the author (K.C. Craichy) on how to apply the information and improve your health. Say "goodbye" to guesses and "hello" to the facts about how to maintain an ideal weight and provide proper nutrition for your entire body. Mr. Craichy left no stone unturned; the book discusses the important of proper hydration, antioxidants, healthy fats, the glycemic index, and even contains a chapter on the thyroid gland, which is often overlooked in the "super health" equation. I think "SHD" should be required reading for every practicing doctor in the USA, and would be beneficial for anyone who desires to achieve optimal health. Bottom line: "Super Health Diet" is a motivating book jam-packed with information about lifestyle, nutrition, and obtaining and maintaining health that everyone needs to know. My recommendation: Buy it and read it - you won't be sorry. Ty Bollinger Author of "Cancer-Step Outside the Box"
Being diabetic since my 20's, I am careful about jumping on the newest fad diet. What impressed me most about The Super Health Diet is the comprehensive approach to health. It's really not a diet, it's a lifestyle plan that when followed, results in one reaching their optimum weight. Whether you have food allergies, dietary restrictions or a strong dislike for certain foods or exercises, it's not a problem with this diet as it offers numerous " good " choices from lists of high nutrition value foods. After reading the chapter on anti-aging, I've come to believe that it is more important to pay attention to what I am consuming in my diet than what I am buying at the Macy's cosmetic counter. Mr. Craichy, you've changed my health in the short term and can't wait to see what happens years from now
My dear friend and neighbor seems to always be on the newest and most publicized diet program. You name it, she has tried it. When she showed me her copy of The Super Health Diet I figured it would be yet another gimmick diet. I could not have been more wrong. It is a diet that I know can change my health and probably my neighbors as well. Best of all, it doesn't seem to have an agenda, a refreshing change among the diet books I have read over the last 5 years. Well done!
As a long time subscriber to Mike Adams' newsletter, I have come to rely on his recommendations. He rarely endorses a diet. His recommendation convinced me to give it a shot. What I found in The Super Health Diet is a book so jammed packed with information ( 400+ pages ) that I found an answer to most every lingering health question I had. This book isn't only about weight loss, although it is great for those needed to drop a few pounds. Author KC Craichy references numerous other health books and pioneers which he has drawn from. I read " Testosterone for Life " recently and was surprised to see it and other books given credit throughout this complete and compelling health book. I am 100% confident in recommending this book. Nikki
Once or twice a year I stand in bewildered confusion as I sift through the years new crop of diet books. I am told that vegan is great, or that high protein, no carb is best , or that a fruit flush diet is best. While I am ashamed to admit to how many of these en vogue diets I have actually tried, I freely admit that none have worked. It's almost enough to believe in a publishing conspiracy. Perhaps the publishers don't want any diet to succeed or they would have no customer base the following year! Many diet books proclaim that their diet will be the last one you will ever need. Thanks to the realistic and highly practical advice in the Super Health Diet, I'd be surprised if it didn't work for the long term for anyone that tries it, it's that good. Some very respected health professionals have endorsed SHD. Being somewhat of a diet book expert, or at least a heavy purchaser, I don't recall a diet book that comes close to the peer reviewed science found throughout SHD. Buy this book, follow the blueprint and live a leaner, healthier life!
Numerous Doctors praise the Super Health Diet and for good reason. Rather than trying to reinvent the wheel, the author chose sound, proven science over trendy fad diet advice. As a " baby boomer " , the anti-aging and antioxidant info made the purchase more than worth it. One of my favorite terms in this sometimes controversial book is " super fats ". This advice was tremendously comforting as I have been on more " low fat " diets than I care to remember. The Super Health Diet reveals how many popular diets fail because they are a temporary fix at best and at worst, dangerous to one's health. Pills and perscriptions: check Spas; check The Super Health Diet covers a broad range of health topics and isn't shy about telling the good, the bad and the downright dangerous, no matter who it offends. Finally, an honest, no holds barred diet book. Great job Mr Craichy.
It takes a brash or very confident author to compare diet books and offer a better solution. In "The Super Health Diet," that is exactly what author KC Craichy does. If fact, the very first chapter takes a critical but accurate look at numerous diets. Upon review of some of the real darlings of the weight loss industry, we soon realize that even the most popular diets of the last decade have serious flaws. The book doesn't dwell on the negative results of other diets. Instead, it quickly dives into fascinating examples and science that backs a better plan. Even the most jaded of health and diet book readers will find this book to be a refreshing change. If you're like me, you'll soon be shopping, eating and exercising differently. You might also sleep better and have better digestion along with reaching your optimal weight. When it comes to health/diet books, this book is in a league of its own.
I was familiar with author KC Craichy from his first book, " Super Health, the 7 golden keys". My initial concern was that the Super Health Diet would be a rehash of the original book. While some of the original content is present, the new book has so much more information. Our family has a history of diabetes and dementia and we strive to do all we can to eat healthy and limit big pharma drugs. Surprisingly, these 2 diseases, along with many others, are covered in The Super Health Diet. The authors wholistic approach to disease prevention is timely. And, yes, it is also a diet as in weight loss. Unlike pure weight loss books, this diet book takes that uses a complete regimen of nutrition, sleep,, stress reduction, proper hydration, super foods, super antioxidants and so much more to create a healthy plan. I didn't think it would be possible to build significantly on his very good previous book, but Mr. Craichy has done it. If your family or any loved one, neighbor, co-worker , etc is not living with optimal health, buy them this book!!!
"Rarely does a book with " Diet " in the title address a complete and synergistic approach to wellness and indeed, " Super " health. The authors thorough description of of exercise, diet, nutrition, sleep, hydration, stress and so much more, make this book truly unique and in my opinion, elevated among health and diet books. My family has readily embraced author KC Craichy's recipe for optimal health. For those willing to learn, or un-learn common perceptions about health, this book will prove invaluable! " Joe
A good book. Lots of science, hurt my brain to read a little. Had to re-read sections to understand. Followed some stuff and it seemed to have the effect that was described in the book. It is written by a person with a supplement business, so it advertises that quite a bit. The first half explaining different diet trends is a good reference and it doesn't say all of them are bad. The second half is the recommended diet, which includes mostly whole foods, supplements and some exercising tips along with the science of everything. It is pretty good, at least nothing is dumbed down (as in most of the diet books I've read). But I do want to see a coupon in the book for the supplements that covers the price of the book since I kind of feel like I paid to be advertised to. Overall, good to explain all of the diets you've tried or wanted to try. Good for science behind diets.
This book was a very interesting book to read and most of it was in layman's terms so I could understand it. For a diet book I found that it was filled with a lot of good information. Lorelle
I recently tried the Eat Clean Diet and while it made sense, this is the book I have been searching for. If fad diets worked, I would have lost weight years ago. I almost believe there is a conspiracy to launch a new diet every year that doesn't work so that the masses will buy the latest/greates diet next year. I know I am not alone in this. The author is not a Dr., but he is a very wise man and has assembled the best advice and produced The Super Health Diet". On page 197 he addresses the loss of brain tissue. I must have lost a LOT of brain tissue over the years as I bought too many diet and health books. The cover says this is the last diet I will need, trust me, it is the last diet anyone that reads it will need. Incredible book!!!!! Kathie
Seriously, if Oprah were to try The Super Health Diet instead of some of the fad diets she promotes, maybe she'd stay " thin Oprah " instead of the Oprah that fluctuates up and down so drastically in weight. I know, because I too have bounced up and down in lbs and health at the whim of the latest diet craze. As this book will likely not be on Oprah's recommended reading list, I wanted to be sure to write a positive review. If you buy only one diet book in your lifetime, make it this book. It works and you won't need another diet. Maybe they should have called it " The Diet to End All Diets, Diet!
I'm a burgers and fries kind of guy and just saying the word diet is as difficult as eating broccoli for me, but, I was rejected for a good rate on a life insurance policy and needed to make some changes. One of my wife's friends learned about The Super Health Diet and one thing led to another and here I am, weeks into this diet. It's easier than I imagined and I feel great. I have resisted dieting before as I can't stomach the thought of tofu or eating incredible amounts or fiber! This diet just makes sense. If I get to my desired weight, I just might treat myself to a cheeseburger. If I do, author KC Craichy will be proud to know that now I would eat an organic, grass fed beef burger! S. Rosen
The new Super Health Diet Book by K.C. Craichy is Awesome! I had questions and I needed answers and this book gave them to me. If you are like me (or the majority of us in the U.S.) you have struggled with trying to eat healthy, stay in shape and maintain your "ideal" weight. It was not until I read this book that I finally got my questions answered. K.C. goes into great length to review the most popular mainstream "diets" of our time and I would venture to guess that each and every one of us has tried at least two of them, without long term satisfying results. He explains what works and what does not and most importantly, why. His research, analysis, and knowledge of this subject are second to none. The information provided has been thoroughly researched and backed up with study after study down to the microbiology level. He also educates you on what the Super Health Diet and lifestyle should be and how to maintain it. This book can now be the one by which all other books are measured. The real secret to success is not just following a particular diet, but knowing how and why it works and what affects it has on your body and your overall health. A perfect example is the author's detailed explanation of the "set point theory". As soon as I read about that in the book, it was like a revelation to me. That was it! I did not understand how and why my body did what it did until I read this. By following the guidelines of the Super Health Diet, I have lost approximately 30 pounds and have been able to maintain the weight loss and enjoy a healthy lifestyle. That is nothing short of miraculous with the hectic schedule that I maintain. I travel on more than 100 flights per year and practically live on the road in airports, restaurants, and hotels. This book, along with the author's other book, "7 Golden Keys to Unlock Lifelong Vitality", are constant travel companions with me on the road. This is a must have for every business traveler, pilot, flight attendant, coach, personal trainer, health practitioner, OK...everyone!!! I know it because I experience it each and every week. Everyone is rushing through airports with barely any time to make it to the next flight. The only choice is to stand in those long lines at the popular pizza, chicken, and burger joints and eat in 5 minutes at the gate or carry it on the plane. You know this as well because you see it too! This book and the knowledge within will help change all of that and get you on the road to Super Health! It is simply a must to have with you in your travels and in your home as well. I challenge you to make your life better by reading this book and telling others about it as well. You and your loved ones will be glad that you did. Enjoy! Brian
KC's Book "Super Health Diet"is just what the doctor and the Lord ordered. Filled with great information from someone who walks the walk! Great work, KC!
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France promised that those behind a devastating car bomb attack on its embassy in Libya — which wounded a girl living nearby and two guards — would pay.
He was speaking shortly after having visited the wrecked embassy in Tripoli in the hours following the bombing.
Libya's authorities had pledged to track down and punish the "terrorists" behind this "cowardly" attack, he added. Standing at his side was Libya's Foreign Minister Mohammed Abdel Aziz, who earlier had also condemned the "terrorist act".
French President Francois Hollande also called on Tripoli to act quickly to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Tripoli's security chief Mahmud al-Sherif said the blast occurred when a car parked outside the mission's front door exploded at 7:10 am (0510 GMT). It had not been a suicide bombing, he added.
A French source said one guard was seriously wounded and another lightly hurt in the attack on the mission, housed in a two-storey villa in the upmarket Gargaresh area. Libya's state news agency Lana added that a girl living in the neighbourhood had also been hurt.
The blast knocked down the wall surrounding the property and caused extensive damage to the embassy.
It created a deep crater in the street, destroyed two cars parked nearby, damaged two neighbouring villas and blew out the windows of a shop 200 metres (yards) away.
Interior Minister Ashur Shwayel said one of the guards, injured in his back and head, was stable after undergoing surgery. He was due to be flown back home to France, said Fabius.
Shwayel also said there were questions about where the embassy's Libyan guards had been when the bomb exploded, as they should have been outside on the street.
Security had been stepped up around French interests in Libya, as well as at embassies of other countries, he added.
Jamal Omar, who lives across the street and whose face was slightly injured, said the car must have been parked only minutes before the explosion.
Libya's foreign minister declined to speculate on who carried out the attack or what the motive was.
But Abdel Aziz told AFP: "We strongly condemn this act, which we regard as a terrorist act against a brother nation that supported Libya during the revolution."
In Paris, France's anti-terrorism prosecutors have already opened an investigation into the Tripoli attack. France is sending 10 gendarmes to Libya to boost security and look at relocating the embassy.
The UN Security Council, UN leader Ban Ki-moon and the European Union all strongly condemned the attack, calling on the Libyan authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice.
But the bombing comes with Libya still plagued by insecurity following the 2011 ouster of long-time dictator Moamer Kadhafi.
French forces meanwhile, are locked in a battle against Islamist extremists in Mali, another North African country.
Fabius said he had instructed French missions in the region to bolster security and late on Tuesday, France's foreign ministry said that shots had been fired near the French embassy in Yemen.
Yemen's authorities had been informed and France was carefully monitoring the situation in the capital Sanaa, a ministry spokesman told AFP.
France, under then president Nicolas Sarkozy, led NATO air raids against Kadhafi's forces under a UN resolution aimed at protecting civilians.
Since Kadhafi's fall however, Libya has been plagued by persistent insecurity, especially around Benghazi where bombings and assassinations have forced many Westerners to leave.
Four Americans, including ambassador Chris Stevens, were killed when heavily armed men overran the Benghazi mission on September 11.
The violence is often blamed on radical Islamists persecuted under Kadhafi who now want to settle old scores. Security remains the prerogative of militias in a number of important areas.
Armed jihadist groups hurt by the French intervention in northern Mali had threatened retaliation by attacking French interests across the world.

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In addition to my dissertation, my research examines various aspects of political psychology and public opinion. Some of my current projects include work that unpacks (1) the mechanisms underlying framing and racial priming effects, (2) how mass media facilitates public responsiveness, and (3) the mechanisms underlying racial divides in perceptions of police-involved shootings.
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See out 2017 in style! Join us for two of the best Aussie films of the year: MOUNTAIN (followed by ALI'S WEDDING). Live jazz on the deck before the film.
Three hundred years ago, setting out to climb a mountain for the sake of it would have been considered close to lunacy.
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JUPITER, Fla. - Nine fly balls in three innings is not a ratio Jake Westbrook would be happy with in the regular season. Spring training is a different story.
The sinker-ball pitcher is at his best when he's getting ground ball after ground ball. Wednesday afternoon it was nearly the opposite as he recorded five fly ball outs to just one ground ball out.
But with four spring starts remaining, Westbrook wasn't ready to panic just yet.
"Outs are outs," Westbrook said. "That's how I look at it right now. My arm feels good and I made some decent pitches, they just went down and got them and hit the ball in the air. I'm not thinking about it too much that way but still I would like to get those ground balls."
Westbrook allowed four hits and one run in three innings. He threw 40 pitches, 26 of which went for strikes.
"I felt great," Westbrook said. "I was really pleased with how I felt going into the third inning and that's just the another step, getting my innings in and getting ready for the season."
Asked about pounding the strike zone Westbrook said, "That was my plan from the beginning from the last start and this one as well, be aggressive with my fastball in the zone and getting ahead and still working on throwing my other pitches for strikes."
"I threw all my pitches today which is good to see to be able to one, get enough pitches in to be able to do that, last outing i wasn't able to do that, but also to be able to do that and see where those pitches are and what I need to work on."
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Talk of devolution in the wake of the Scottish referendum outcome has sparked a flurry of opinion.
In response to a Planning reporter, Catriona Ridell for POS, said "I can't see the government being allowed to continue to devolve powers to cities without some other parts of England asking for the same." She added "You need an approach that offers all parts of the country some devolved powers to address strategic issues, including planning."
Devolution could also reconnect people to politics at a scale they can comprehend. Riddell agrees, suggesting that such a move could help drive up the calibre of local politicians and improve voter engagement. "One of the big lessons of the referendum in Scotland is that, if we want more participatory democracy, we have to give the electorate something worth participating in, " she commented. "Some form of devolutuon could provide that."
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Nicholas Hoult opted to wear a ridiculous tiger suit during a recent skydiving adventure in Africa, so his friends and relatives would have something to smile about if his parachute didn't open.
The daredevil Warm Bodies star almost talked himself out of the stunt by believing that he was doing everything for the last time hours before he arrived at the airfield, and with death staring him in the face he donned a tiger-stripe outfit complete with hood and ears in a bid to make sure his funeral wasn't too serious.
The About A Boy star explains, "They showed the different jumpsuits they had lined up and there was one in tiger print, like a onesie, with a little hood and little ears... I thought, 'That's the one!'
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July 23, 2018- Today, the Nursing Community Coalition (NCC) commends the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Title VIII Nursing Workforce Development Act of 2017 (H.R. 959). This action shows direct support for the fundamental connection between building the nursing workforce capacity and our nation's health. Read more
Ukamaka Oruche, PhD, RN, FAAN, an ISPN Board member, received two appointments:
DHHS CMS Medicare Evidence Development and Coverage Advisory Committee (MEDCAC) for a 2-year term beginning June 1, 2018. The MEDCAC advises the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on whether specific medical items and services are reasonable and necessary under Medicare law. They perform this task via a careful review and discussion of specific clinical and scientific issues in an open and public forum.
Gubernatorial appointment to Indiana Protection and Advocacy Services Commission (IPAS) for 3-year term. The Indiana Protection and Advocacy Services (IPAS) Commission is the governing authority of Indiana Disability Rights. The Commission is responsible for assuring adequate legal and advocacy services for the protection, promotion and empowerment of the rights and interests of individuals with disabilities throughout Indiana. The Commission provides direction and advice on Indiana Disability Rights' activities, goals, and policies. https://www.in.gov/idr/2434.htm
ISPN joined the Nursing Community Coalition in a letter to the Department of Homeland Security Secretary expressing severe distress over the Administration's current policy of separating children from their parents at our nation's borders. The letter implores "the Department of Homeland Security, and the overall Administration, to protect the health and wellness of immigrant children. Read the letter here.
ISPN supports inclusion of Section 303, Allowing for More Flexibility with Respect to Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorders, in HR 6. Read the letter here.
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ISPN was one of 24 organizations noted in the UK Health Faculties' Global Engagement report. The report highlights faculties' international achievements in nursing, midwifery, and allied health education, and the impact they are having in the UK and partnering countries. Read the full report here.
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Week 4 Waiver Wire Heist – Bilal Powell
When the Jets played salary cap roulette this off-season, incumbent starting RB Shonn Greene wound up as a cap casualty,
while the team traded a 4th-round pick to acquire Chris Ivory from the Saints.
The Jets continued to add to their backfield by signing Mike Goodson, which was quickly dampened by Goodson's gun and drug charges. With Ivory slowed by hamstring issues and Goodson yet to report to the team, neither move has paid dividends.
Instead, the Jets have relied heavily on a familiar face; third year back Bilal Powell.
Powering Gang Green to 149 yards on the ground, Powell looked like the Jets most reliable offensive weapon in week 3 vs. the Bills. Ivory's hamstring is considered to be a multiple week injury, leaving Powell with full control to carry the mail. Look for Powell to build off his strong week 3 performance with favorable matchups coming up vs. the Titans, Falcons, and Steelers.
The Bottom Heist: Averaging a respectable 4.3 avg and the beneficiary of a solid run-blocking offensive line, Powell is primed for a consistent workload in a shaky Jets offense.


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By Misty Volaski
The battle for rental car safety legislation on Capitol Hill is heating up, but Ojai's Houck family is "not going to be deterred," said matriarch Cally. "We've got a very committed coalition and the support of some top lawmakers — (Barbara) Boxer, (Charles) Schumer, (Dianne) Feinstein, (Richard) Blumenthal, (Kirsten) Gillibrand. This is my top priority. There is nothing more honorable than to continue to participate" in getting Senate Bill 1445 passed. "It's not a matter of 'if,' it's 'when." Houck has good reason to be so passionate about


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DISGUSTING What Did #BlackLivesMatter #DallasPoliceShootings Terrorist's Anti-Cop Sister Know?
Gotnews.com has tracked down the anti-cop social media postings of the sister of Black Lives Matter terrorist Micah Johnson and boy are they disturbing. Days before her brother Micah murdered 5 Dallas cops in cold blood Nicole Johnson posted a photo of herself with the caption "Crip n White." GotNews.com is funded largely through donations. […]Read Story


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So I took a little brake last week from the blog world to prepare for my epic 40th Birthday.
I really had no problem with turning 40.
Mostly because there really wasn't anything I could do about it.
I don't see the point in stressing over birthdays.
Thursday was the official day but saturday was my party.
I wasn't supposed to know about it but I did.
It was a lot of fun.
My friends from work bought me these awesome zombie shoes.
And my sister made me this incredible The Walking Dead themed cake.
Chris had an acoustic guitar player there and he was really very good.
and he also had a tarot card reader who was okay.
Fun but not very good he was actually a little creepy.
So I turned 40 and I am ok.
I am not sad or depressed or worried.
I am happy to be 40.
This week I thought I would dedicate my posts to growing up and growing old.
Stop by and give your feedback on the subject.
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Hello! It is nice to be back into the swing of crisp mornings, school days, and beautiful fall sunsets. I live in the Pacific Northwest and our summer has definitely come to an end. Raglans are one of my fall staples. They can stand alone, work in layers, are so comfortable, and look great on … Continue reading
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Hello Pattern Exam Readers! It's Kelly from Handmade Boy and I'm back today to talk about two raglans I sewed for my son. First, I want to share Titchy Treads Safari Raglan Tee and Dress I'm kinda in love with it. 🙂 I sewed a size 6 (though Thomas's chest measures for a size 4, … Continue reading
All Things Katy!- Kids Raglans
The Love Notions Wrigley Raglan Sadly, summer is coming to an end and school is back in session! Soooo….. for sewing mamas, that means Back to School SEWING!! Heather from All Things Katy!, here! My beautiful, funny, smart and sometimes sassy Lil' Miss entered the big, bad world of KINDERGARTEN this week! Kindergarten!! How in … Continue reading
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All the Rage Raglans by Scientific Seamstress / Sewn by Kelly of Handmade Boy Hello again! I'm Roxanne of PenSeb&Rox. September is here and with cooler days on its way for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere many of us are looking towards patterns that transition well into the winter. Raglans are great with … Continue reading
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Happy Friday everybody! I'm Roxanne of PenSeb&Rox and this month The Pattern Exam is taking something of hiatus with many of us getting our kids ready for back-to-school. We will return in September with raglan reviews for kids AND adults. Perfect timing for those of us getting started with fall sewing. For those of us … Continue reading
July Women's Shorts & Tanks Wrap Up
So what did you think about this month's focus, Women's Tanks and Shorts? Did it help you decide what you want to make next? As a way to wrap everything up, we thought it's be good to show you each pattern side by side and offer the charts side by side for each pattern type. We've … Continue reading
Sprouting JubeJube's Review of Ladies Tanks
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Women's Shorts & Tanks Review by Rox
Hello again! I'm the "Rox" of Pen, Seb, & Rox. This time around I'm taking a look at a total of SIX women's sewing patterns. For the sake of everybody's sanity I won't get too long-winded with my analysis but I still hope to give you a good idea of my experiences with sewing each … Continue reading
All Things Katy!- Ladies Shorts Review
Jocole Wideleg Pants (as Shorts) Hello July! Hello Summer! Heather from All Things Katy!, here! I'm back for my second review, written for The Pattern Exam. This time, ladies shorts (Lil' Miss shouldn't be allowed to have all the fun, after all! ;-). The Jocole Wideleg Pants (as Shorts), to be exact. Jocole Wideleg Pants (as … Continue reading
Women's Shorts Review by Handmade Boy
Hi, it's Kelly again from Handmade Boy and I'm back with a review on shorts. This time for women. Sewing for yourself can be HARD! Kids are pretty standard in size, they are boxes of different ratios of height and width. Women, on the other hand, are not typically so boxy. Unless you are built … Continue reading
Women's Shorts and Tanks Review by The Wholesome Mama
Hello there! Courtney here from The Wholesome Mama reviewing Women's shorts and tanks this month. Mama needed to work on her summer wardrobe, so I was excited to sew a few things up. Jocole: Wide Leg Shorts $12.00 First up are the shorts. I have been wanting to make a pair of these for a … Continue reading
MadeByJaime: Women's Shorts & Tank Tops Review
Oh hey – it's Jaime again from MadeByJaime. I'm this month's host AND first up on this month's posting series, but I promise you won't hear from me again until next week! When we decided last month to review women's shorts & tanks, I was super excited. I'd been sewing a lot for my kids, … Continue reading


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My name is Hanna and I'm 21 yo vegan student from Helsinki. So glad I found this forum. I started my vegan lifestyle about 7 months ago, for ethical, environmental and health reasons. Could never go back to my old ways anymore. I just didnt know better back then.
I really need to connect with other vegans, It's so hard and frustrating living among meat-eaters. I only know 1 vegan and 1 vegetarian here. The hardest part about being vegan is really dealing with idiots I guess. But yeah back to the chase;
I've been running and going to the gym on off for bout 2-3years, but just recently decided to get serious about it.
My fitness goals right now are
- to lose weight (15kg)
- to build muscle and gain strenght
- run 10km in 66mins
At some point in the future I want to run a marathon.
And then some random info;
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- i'm shy but funny as hell
- i dont take myself too seriously
- i like cooking, drawing, nature, animals, netflix & sweatpants ♡
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Mullinalaghta March 11
GIVE BLOOD - The Irish Blood Transfusion Service has asked Loch Gowna donors to make a special effort to attend the clinic which will be held at St. Brigid's Community Centre on Wednesday 30th March and Thursday 31st March.
Area Manager, John Healy urges another fifty donors to visit the mobile clinic in an effort to hit their all time target set in May 2009 of 259 donors. Traditionally holiday periods present a challenge for maintaining the blood supply and with the Easter Bank Holiday weekend approaching , all donors are asked to make special effort over the coming weeks to get to a clinic. The clinic will operate in Loch Gowna each day from 5.30p.m to 8.30pm. All concerned should note revised clinic opening times.
The annual general meeting of Granard Agricultural Show will be held in J.V. Donohoes on Tuesday 15th March at 10.00p.m sharp. With many important issues on the agenda all members are requested to attend.
The next meeting of Granard book club will take place on Wednesday 23rd March at 11.00a.m. The two books for this month are Twelve Red Herrings by Jeffrey Archer and Long Long Way by Sebastian Barry. New members are welcome. All books for the month are provided by Granard Branch Library. For further information contact 043 6686164.
The Ardagh and Clonmacnois Annual pilgrimage to Lourdes takes place from May 27th to June 1st. Anyone wishing to travel with the group are requested to contact Joe Walsh Tours, 143 Lower Baggot St., Dublin at 01 2410812 / 01 2410811 .Total cost is 699 euro.
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Mullinalaghta Ladies are holding their registration day Saturday 19th in the community centre from 12 noon till 2 pm. New members welcome


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(a) APPLICABILITY
This rule shall apply to any medical waste incinerator.
(b) EXEMPTIONS
For the purpose of this rule the following definitions shall apply:
(i)_The uncontrolled emissions have been reduced by 99% or more, by weight; or
(ii)_The emissions of dioxins to the atmosphere have been reduced to 10 nanograms or less per kilogram of waste burned.
(i)_The final combustion zone shall be maintained at a minimum temperature of 1800 ± 200°F, (982 ± 93°C).
(ii)_For the combustion gas, the furnace design shall provide for a residence time in the final combustion zone of at least 1.0 second at a minimum temperature of 1800 ± 200°F, (982 ± 93°C), unless it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of, and approved in writing by, the Air Pollution Control Officer that the emissions standards in Subsection (d)(1) of this rule can be obtained at a shorter residence time.
Residence time shall be calculated using the following equation:
Residence time = _\F(V,Qc)_
"V" =_the volume of the final combustion zone, expressed in cubic feet and is measured from a location downstream of the primary chamber where the maximum temperature of 1800 ± 200°F, (982 ± 93°C) has been attained to a location further downstream where the temperature has dropped to no less than 1600°F (871°C). The volume shall not include the burner flame, nor sections in the incinerator subjected to impingement by any burner flame.
"Qc" =_the average combustion gas volumetric flow rate through the incinerator volume, expressed in actual cubic feet per second, and determined as required by Subsection (g)(2).
(iii)_The furnace design shall provide for adequate mixing and turbulence of the combustion gas.
(iv)_The waste charged to the incinerator shall not exceed the maximum waste firing capacity of the incinerator, or the capacity level as specified by enforceable conditions of a District Permit to Operate whichever is less.
(i)_Has been installed in accordance with the Authority to Construct; and
(ii)_Is operated in a manner that ensures that the flue gas temperature at the outlet of the control equipment does not exceed 300°F (149°C), unless it has been demonstrated to, and approved in writing by the Air Resources Board and the Air Pollution Control Officer that lower emissions can be achieved at a higher outlet temperature; and
(iii)_Meets the requirements of Subsection (d)(1).
(e)_MONITORING AND RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENTS
(i)_The final combustion zone temperature; and
(ii)_The emission concentration of carbon monoxide, as measured upstream of the air pollution control equipment, calculated as parts per million (volume) on a dry basis; and
(iii)_The opacity of emissions to the atmosphere, or other indicator of particulate matter as approved by the Air Pollution Control Officer.
(i)_The hourly weight charging rates to the incinerator, using calibrated equipment which has been approved by the Air Pollution Control Officer to determine and record the weight of waste charged; and
(ii)_All maintenance and repair schedules and activities of the incinerator and control equipment including any malfunction or failure.
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(iii)_Differential pressure drop of the flue gas across the control equipment.
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The combustion gas volumetric flow rate shall be corrected to the maximum combustion chamber temperature (Tc) and the chamber pressure (Pc).
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Here are some pictures taken from the mural dedication ceremony at Oregon State University. I am sporting a freshly shaved head.
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The field of biometric recognition - automated recognition of individuals based on their behavioural and biological characteristics - has now reached a level of maturity where viable practical applications are both possible and increasingly available. The biometrics field is characterised especially by its interdisciplinarity since, while focused primarily around a strong technological base, effective system design and implementation often requires a broad range of skills encompassing, for example, human factors, data security and database technologies, psychological and physiological awareness, and so on. Also, the technology focus itself embraces diversity, since the engineering of effective biometric systems requires integration of image analysis, pattern recognition, sensor technology, database engineering, security design and many other strands of understanding.
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From time to time issues arise within the research community which spark widespread debate and, sometimes, disagreement.
In the biometrics research community there is just such an issue which has been generating considerable debate in recent months: the question of "iris ageing".
IET Biometrics has published, in the same issue (December 2015), two key papers in this area from authors who have rather different views on the topic. One of these contributions (written by Ortiz and Bowyer of the University of Notre Dame) is A critical examination of the IREX VI results. The second paper (written by Grother and Matey, two authors of the original NIST report) is IREX VI: mixed-effects longitudinal models for iris ageing.
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McCann vet Piasecki in dual role at inVentiv
Marci Piasecki, whose name has been synonymous with Interpublic Group's McCann for two decades, and who most recently headed North American healthcare, has left that network to take on a dual role within and across the inVentiv Health network. She began the job two weeks ago, and inVentiv is expected to formally announce the hiring on Monday.
As president of inVentiv's GSW East, Piasecki is now responsible for overseeing GSW's New York City and Newton, PA, offices. She also serves as managing director of inVentiv Health Communications (iHC) Media 360 and inVentiv Creative Studios (iCS), a role that has her leading shared services in media planning and production/studio, respectively, to be shared by all inVentiv agencies including sibs Palio+Ignite and Navicor.
McCann Health has yet to name a new regional director of North America.
In her previous role, Piasecki was responsible for five agencies: McCann Torre Lazur (MTL), McCann Echo Torre Lazur (METL), McCann RCW, McCann Healthcare and McCann Managed Markets. The only agency boss in McCann Health who didn't report to her was Andrew Schirmer, who headed DTC shop McCann HumanCare. (In an unrelated move, Schirmer was promoted to president, McCann Global Health, in December. That shop is now led by Leo Tarkovsky.)
Piasecki led the restructuring and rebranding of the agencies in the McCann Torre Lazur Group, and guided multiple shops through significant transformation and expansion, all while maintaining "healthy, double-digit" growth, according to an inVentiv statement.
MTL, for instance, posted 15% growth in 2012 and was tracking at least that high for 2013, MM&M reported in July. Ditto for METL, while McCann Managed Markets told MM&M its 2012 revenues were flat.
"I'm very comforted in knowing I had a great succession plan in place at McCann Health across all the agencies," Piasecki said, adding, "They're in a really good place." Before she left, Piasecki promoted Bill McEllen to president of MTL and METL.
As for the dual role, Piasecki said, "It actually gives me the opportunity to utilize skills I had from various positions across [MTL] over the years—particularly when we look at shared services; that was a big initiative for us, and pretty much all agencies across McCann—and looking at GSW, to make the most of our brain trust, as well as our back-end services and creativity in a cost-effective way for our clients."
She now reports to Joe Daley, president of GSW. In a statement, Daley called Piasecki "a skilled industry veteran who possesses all the leadership characteristics that we value as an agency."
The agencies under her purview still reside under the day-to-day leadership of their respective account and creative leads: Susan Perlbachs, EVP/executive director, Kevin King, EVP/GM, and Nic Capanear, EVP/executive creative director (GSW NY); Kate Lontchar, SVP/managing director, and Gene Black, SVP/group creative director (GSW Newtown); Jeff Stauffer, SVP/managing director (iCS); and Ryan DeShazer, EVP/managing director (iHC's Media 360).
Of GSW, whose clients include device maker Stryker as well as pharma companies like Eli Lilly and Takeda, Piasecki called it "a well-established brand" with potential yet to be tapped. "I am really excited about…what they've done to date, and I'm just here to tap all the potential and go from great to greater."


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For the seventh consecutive year, Apple has topped Fortune's annual list of the 'world's most admired companies'.
The ranking is determined following a survey held among corporate peers – including executives and industry analysts.
"The 'Most Admired' list is the definitive report card on corporate reputations," says Fortune. "We started with about 1400 companies: the Fortune 1000 — the 1000 largest US companies ranked by revenue and non-US companies in Fortune's Global 500 database with revenue of US$10 billion or more."
Each company is scored on such attributes as innovation, people management and social responsibility, which would certainly please Phil Schiller. Apple's senior vice president of worldwide marketing memorably addressed criticisms of the company at last June's Worldwide Developers' Conference with the pithy remark, "Can't innovate anymore, my ass."
Clearly there are many people actually in the industry, rather than commenting from outside, who believe Apple's innovation skills are in perfectly good working order.
"The iconic tech company known for the iPhone and other stylish and user-friendly products is back in the top spot on this year's list, for the seventh year in a row. Apple, the most valuable brand on the planet according to Interbrand, brought in US$171 billion in revenues in FY2013 and is flush with cash, but fan boys and girls (not to mention the market) are getting antsy to see its next big product. Bets are on a smartwatch or AppleTV, but the company is also reportedly turning its attention to cars and medical devices," writes Erika Fry on the Fortune website.
Apple's overall score was 7.94, beating second placed Amazon, which managed a 7.09.
Apple did well across the board, taking out the top spot in seven of the nine key attributes of reputation included in the poll. The other two attributes were social responsibility, where it only managed fifth, and global competitiveness, where it was the runner-up to Google.
The top 10 companies in order were Apple, Amazon.com, Google, (US conglomerate) Berkshire Hathaway, Starbucks, Coca-Cola, Walt Disney, FedEx, Southwest Airlines and General Electric.


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Stay Tuned: Who Are Your TV Career Idols?
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Welcome back to Stay Tuned, Vulture's TV advice column. Each Wednesday, Margaret Lyons answers your questions about your various TV triumphs and woes. Need help? Have a theory? Want a recommendation? Submit a question! You can email firstname.lastname@example.com, leave a comment, or tweet @margeincharge with the hashtag #staytuned.
Whenever I'm having some career anxiety or a stressful week at work, I look to my TV career idols for inspiration. I'll take a few episodes of CJ Cregg being a "Flamingo" badass on The West Wing and Leslie Knope being aggressively awesome on Parks and Rec over Lean In any day. Where else on TV can I find people who are good at their jobs, and will make me want to be better at mine? (All genders and all professions welcome.) —JT
As much as I love CJ Cregg — so much — I've probably taken more job inspiration from Toby Zeigler. I like the "you're my guys" speech in "War Crimes," of course, but the idea I wind up citing a lot is from "The Drop-In." In a moment of righteous frustration, Toby snaps, "This isn't government camp. It's not important that everybody gets to play!" I think about this a lot, particularly as a former camp counselor whose job for a while there was indeed making sure everybody got a chance to play. Toby's dig about government camp sounded nasty the first time I heard it, but now it strikes me as aspirational: Let's give ourselves permission to have high standards, and not to treat everything about our work as personal. If your job is stressing you out, maybe it's you! Or maybe … it's not you, and your desire to make sure everybody gets to play is a hindrance.
In any case, the No. 1 most inspiring workplace show is definitely The West Wing. No. 2 is the MTV reality contest show Tough Enough, but only the original version. (It was revived in 2004, and again in 2011. Those versions are not as good.) That show was basically America's Next Top WWE Wrestler, and it was a masterpiece: I can't think of another show where every contestant wanted this chance quite so badly. Most of the contestants in the first two seasons weren't even eliminated — they had to leave the competition due to serious injuries. Al Snow served as the sort of Tim Gunn of the series, in that lovable-yet-stern dad kind of way; he's one of the best reality-TV mentors I've ever seen. When it's time to work, it's time to work, and when it's time to joke around, oh boy, it is time to joke around. Tough Enough will make you want to be in charge of something.
In a very different vein, Dr. Pavone on Felicity makes me want to be good at my job and maybe have her job, too? She's just really damn good at what she does, plus she's perceptive and aggressive, which are my two favorite traits in people. Don't you want to be a counselor? Or at least a really stable, no-nonsense human who listens to classical music and calls people out on their bullshit, but in like, a helpful, supportive way? I don't care what your actual job is, surely we can all incorporate aspects of this into our lives.
If you work in health care, this probably won't be as helpful, but if you don't, try the documentary series Hopkins 24/7, Boston Med, and NY Med. (Skip over the Dr. Oz parts.) Hopkins is the best one, but it can be hard to track down since it aired 15 years ago. Each series is affecting in its own way — not "inspiring" in a hokey way, but in the way that any depiction of talented people doing hard work is inherently motivating.
Is it time, maybe, to rewatch Lost? Has it been long enough? —Rebecca
Exciting news, friends: It is time! I was fully prepared to say "not quite yet," but your question kept rattling around in my brain, so I though I'd watch one or two eps and see how things went.
Twenty-five episodes later, I'm happy to report that Lost is fun again. I had rewatched a lot of the show while it was airing, but I hadn't touched it since it ended, and I was stunned by how many details I'd forgotten, particularly about characters who are only really around on the first season. My timeline was also jacked; I forgot when exactly Rousseau showed up, how late in the season Claire gives birth, and the order in which different people find out that Sun speaks English. So those were some fun moments to revisit, but it was also just kind of nice to see everyone again, a little reunion I didn't even know I wanted to attend. I don't know how many seasons I'll wind up rewatching, but now that I'm less focused on the overall mechanics of the show, I'm enjoying the smaller moments of storytelling. Oh, Lost, I loved you so.
I watched the premiere episode of Empire and thought it was irredeemably bad. I am the furthest thing from a TV snob (I count Game of Thrones as "cerebral" and can't get enough Nashville.) I guess what I am wondering is: Is Empire's huge following made up of people who have different taste in TV than me, or was the pilot episode kind of lame, but it gets way better? Or is it like dill-pickle chips, where at first they taste like garbage, and then all of a sudden the entire bag is gone and you just want more? —Courtney
Don't hate on dill-pickle potato chips! Not to make today's whole column about camp, but seriously, Humpty Dumpty Dill Pickle Chips were as precious as prison cigarettes. I have no idea why you think they taste like garbage! Not to be Joey Tribbiani here, but like … dill? Good! Pickles? Good! Chips? Good.
On to Empire: If you just hated the pilot, then sure, it's not for you. The show picked up some juice as the series went on, digging into everyone's deal a little bit harder, glamming up the glam parts and making the tough moments sting a little more. That said, if you're willing to give it another go, I'd really encourage you to do so. Especially if you've stuck with Nashville (Courtney!), there's plenty to enjoy in Empire.
There are several new shows — American Crime, Secrets & Lies, and The Slap — that I can't tell apart based on the promos. Are any of them any good? How do we feel about Ryan Phillippe these days? —AE
None of them are good. I guess we're pro–Ryan Phillippe, right? He was pretty good on Damages not too long ago, and while Secrets is sorta blah, he seems spooky enough that he could land on, oh, House of Cards, or maybe next season of How to Get Away With Murder.
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Cornell CEE Chosen for the Sustainable 16
"The 'Sustainable 16' has been selected from a highly competitive field of colleges and universities who responded to our survey looking for the top environmental studies programs in the country," said Lawrence Goldenhersh, CEO and president of Enviance, and a tournament judge. "These are the institutions that will prepare the next generation of environmental professionals to lead environmental compliance, sustainability and social responsibility programs for some of the world's largest companies. We're excited about the quality of the schools involved in the contest and can't wait to evaluate the programs further to identify a national champion."
The March Madness Tournament for Environmental Studies was designed to evaluate colleges and universities on their academic and sustainability prowess as it relates to the environment, in a format similar to the NCAA Men's College Basketball Tournament. The tournament sponsors sent surveys to more than three-dozen of the country's top environmental universities and also accepted open submissions from other qualified schools. Each participating school submitted a survey response covering topics related to curriculum, graduation rate, facilities and student retention.
Each submission was then evaluated against its peers by a panel of expert judges from well-respected organizations including The Brattle Group, CH2M HILL, Enviance, Trinity Consultants and Valero. The combined recommendations of those judges then determined the "Sustainable 16."
Judges for this year's tournament include:
• Peter Fox, Principal & Chairman of The Brattle Group
• Velislava Ivanova, Director of Global Sustainability at CH2M HILL
• Larry Goldenhersh, CEO & President of Enviance
• Nick Johnson, Managing Consultant at Trinity Consultants
• Don Cuffel, Manager of Environmental Engineering at Valero/California
Cornell's Civil and Environmental Engineering School was among the Sustainable 16:
Baylor University
Colby College
Colorado State University
Cornell University, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Duke University
Humboldt State University
Montana University
Ohio State University
Purdue University
Rochester Institute of Technology
Temple University
University of California – Davis
University of Florida
University of Michigan – Dearborn
University of NC – Ashville
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|Warden Emon Recognizes Outstanding Community Champions.
Fifth Annual Warden's Community Service Awards Presented at County Council.
PEMBROKE, (ON): County of Renfrew Warden, Peter Emon presented this year's Warden's Community Service Awards at November's session of County Council. The awards were presented in three categories. Renfrew County United Way was honoured as the not-for-profit organization, Pastway Planing was honoured as the recipient of the business category, and Mr. Leonard Hopkins was posthumously honoured with the individual award.
The Warden's Community Service Awards recognize and promote the outstanding efforts by community champions in Renfrew County. Warden Emon expressed his pleasure in bringing to light the excellent contributions the recipients have made to their communities. "Today's awards recognize the outstanding efforts by community champions in Renfrew County. We honour them for their active roles with social responsibility and community contributions. It is with great pleasure that I am publically acknowledging the excellence of these organisations and individuals for their efforts in making Renfrew County better, and for the great way they inspire others to follow their examples."
Chief Administrative Officer Jim Hutton in his address to council stressed the importance of the awards and the value of rewarding those who contribute in a positive manner to the County of Renfrew as a community. "Everyday individuals, businesses and organizations make valuable contributions to our community. These contributions are not limited to employment or creation of wealth. Individuals, businesses, and organizations also make important decisions and take real action regarding their social responsibility in Renfrew County."
Each year, A Selection Review Committee comprised of the County of Renfrew Warden, Chief Administrative Officer, and one member of County Council select the award recipients. Nominees are considered in each of the three categories: Individual Person, Not-for-profit Business, and For-profit Business. All nominees are considered on the basis of criteria as to how they contribute to the County of Renfrew's Quality of life.
|KI Cheque Presentation
Front Row, Left to Right: Bonnie Farrell, Wendy Stone, Pat Lafreniere, Janet Kendell. Back Row, Left to Right: Harry Lane, Dan Mellen, Ioan Berce, Shawn Cybulski, Gary Hass, Ralph Barker, Tom Chaput.
|Arnprior Aerospace Donates
Employees at Arnprior Aerospace were pleased to present representatives of the United Way Renfrew County with a cheque in the amount of $9,444.00 representing a week-long campaign of fundraising events at the site and a new record for total donations. Pictured (l to r) Lorne Rueckwald, VP IAM Local 1542 at Arnprior Aerospace and campaign team member, Tom Coates, United Way Board Member, Pat Lafreniere, Executive Director, Renfrew County United Way, Laurent Ducom, Vice President/GM at Arnprior Aerospace and campaign sponsor, Betty Gauthier, Vice-Chair Renfrew County United Way, Stephanie Redmond, Human Resources Director at Arnprior Aerospace and campaign team member, and Anne Cheslock, Executive Assistant at Arnprior Aerospace and campaign team leader.
|CNL employees raise over $113,000 for Renfrew County Organizations
Chalk River, December 14, 2016 – Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) announces that charitable contributions through their Chalk River United Way campaign totalled $113, 300. This outstanding result places CNL once again as the single largest campaign fundraiser for the Renfrew County United Way (RCUW).
CNL employees have been raising funds for the United Way since the early 1960s. Campaigns are held at other CNL sites in Port Hope, Ontario and Pinawa, Manitoba. This year, CNL sites collectively raised over $156,200. CNL employees not only recognize the important role that United Way programs play across Renfrew County, but also across Canada.
"One year in and the staff here continue to impress me with their compassion and understanding of how valuable their donations are to the community we all call home. I'm extremely proud of the 2016 United Way campaigns across the organization with Chalk River, Whiteshell and Port Hope all raising outstanding amounts for their respective United Way branches," said Mark Lesinski, CNL President and Chief Executive Officer.
In addition to payroll and cash donations, CNL staff participated in various fundraising activities during the one-week campaign including the ever popular - parking auction and karaoke in the cafe and, new this year, a craft sale with all donated crafts made by our talented staff.
"This is my second year involved in the campaign and I am always so blown away by the commitment of our staff volunteers, they come with fresh ideas and exciting fundraising activities to engage our fellow employees and in return our employees answer the call to raise a wonderful amount for the Renfrew County United Way," expresses Lauren Kinghorn, CNL 2016 Campaign Chair.
Photo caption: Mark Lesinski, CNL President & CEO and Lauren Kinghorn, CNL Campaign Chair, proudly present Pat Lafreniere, RCUW Executive Director and Doug Tennant, Chair of the RCUW Board, with a cheque from monies raised during this year's 2016 CNL United Way Campaign.
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|A Special Meeting of Renfrew County United Way Members
December 5, 2016 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Special General Meeting of the members of the Corporation will be held at Royal Canadian Legion, 202 Pembroke Street East in Pembroke on Monday, December 5, 2016.
The members of our Board have agreed in principle to a new collaboration and amalgamation with United Ways in Prescott-Russell, Lanark County and Ottawa.
Each United Way will continue to reflect their locally established identity using their current names. The funds raised by each United Way will continue to be invested to support people in their respective communities. Local staff and volunteers will maintain control over investment decisions to support their community's most vulnerable people.
As a result of this collaboration and amalgamation, all four United Ways will be able to access each other's knowledge and expertise. Once ratified by members, all four United Ways will be able to share resources including information technology, fundraising tools, marketing materials, community development research and more.
With a successful ratification, the proposed name of the new entity will be United Way Prescott-Russell, Ottawa, Lanark and Renfrew Counties, but each respective United Way will maintain its local name and brand in its region.
The new organization would begin operation on April 1, 2017.
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Members are asked to register to attend the special meeting by December 3, 2016.
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* A member of Renfrew County United Way is any person who has made a contribution of $25 or more to Renfrew County United Way and who has applied for and been admitted into good standing as of November 5, 2016. Members must also provide a government-issued ID upon arrival at the Annual General Meeting to receive their voting cards.
When Joy first started coming to the Toy Bus program, she was completely exhausted, deflated and desperate for help. This mother was living in a very isolated situation in a small rural community and struggling with her preschooler's unruly behaviour. Joy very cautiously reached out to the Community Resource Centre (CRC) in Killaloe for help.
With funding from the United Way, we were able to provide a variety of supports. In the beginning, Joy was too nervous to attend mainstream community programs. She also had physical challenges that kept her from going out in public places or even for a walk with her child, for fear that she would not be able to keep her safe.
Staff provided one-on-one coaching in Joy's home and private play groups at our Ontario Early Years locations. We took Joy and her daughter out shopping and for walks down the street, role modelling how to positively support her little one, while providing clear boundaries to ensure safety. With the support of staff, Joy's parenting confidence began to grow and grow.
Gradually mother and daughter joined our Parent Cafe program with other families, making friends and sharing the trials and tribulations of raising children. Because of the extra support provided through the United Way's investment, Joy has found the confidence to start attending CRC's mainstream parenting programs with her daughter.
Today, the parent/child relationship balance is healthier. Mother and daughter still have their struggles like any family does but overall, they are doing great! Mom is better able to access the support she needs as a parent and child is thriving.
Renfrew County United Way Chair Doug Tennant attended the NRFS Board meeting on June 21st and presented a grant cheque in the amount of $20,500. These funds will continue to provide counselling through the Successful Relationship Building program. Pictured left to right are: (back row) - Julie Laderoute (CoChair), Kelly Hawley (Executive Director), Rick Janzen (Treasurer), Nancy Bourgoin, Jonathan Leslie (Co-Chair), Andy McKee (front row) - Doug Tennant, Claire Watts, Dé Groeneveld, Jeff Juby (Counsellor)
Are you interested in helping to improve the lives of over 7,300 individuals in Renfrew County? United Way has some vacancies on our volunteer Board of Directors. If so, we we're looking for new Board members. We have three key focus areas: | From Poverty to Possibility | All that Kids Can Be | Healthy People – Strong Communities | Please contact Pat Lafreniere Exec. Dir. to discuss. By phone at: 613-735-0436 or email to: email@example.com Together, we are possibility.
|Volunteers are the life blood of the Renfrew County United Way; of all charities. We salute your invaluable contributions and tireless efforts to help changes lives every day in our region. Thank you for all you do – Together, we are possibility!
Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on National Volunteer Week
"This week is National Volunteer Week, a time to celebrate and thank Canada's 12.7 million volunteers for the selfless work they do to help those around them.
"The theme for this year's campaign—Volunteers are the roots of strong communities—recognizes that volunteers are at the heart of healthy and resilient communities.
"We each have the power to make the world a better place. We can help a senior citizen who can no longer drive, mentor a young person in an after-school program, or welcome Syrian refugees to their new country. Volunteers look for opportunities to contribute their time, passion, and skill to make a positive difference in the lives of others. They believe—and know—that better is always possible.
"On behalf of all Canadians, I want to thank all the volunteers who every day accomplish extraordinary things and make Canada a great place to live."
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|Renfrew County Safe Shelter for Youth Receives $25,000 from Renfrew County United Way
The Renfrew County Safe Shelter for Youth recently received $25,000 for its initiative to provide a safe and caring environment for youth ages 16 to 21 in need of a safe bed where their immediate basic needs can be met. Columbus House (Pembroke) Inc., Family and Children's Services of Renfrew County, The Phoenix Centre for Children and Families, and the Renfrew County United Way formed a collaborative to collectively address the issue of youth homelessness in Renfrew County. "We believe that collective impact approach will produce profound and long-term results" says Arijana Tomicic, Executive Director with Family and Children's Services. read more here
|Robbie Dean Centre opens new clinic in Eganville
by: Andrew Lafleche, Pembroke Daily Observer
Renfrew County United Way presents cheque to The Robbie Dean Family Councelling Centre at launch of new satellite clinic in Eganville July 6. From left, Bob French (RDFCC), Monique Yashinskie (RDFCC), Gail Logan-McMeekin (United Way) and Tom Sidney (RDFCC).
EGANVILLE – July 7, 2015: The Robbie Dean Family Counselling Centre (RDFCC) celebrated the opening of their new walk-in clinic July 6th. The clinic is located at the West Champlain Family Health Team office at 75 Wallace St., Eganville. It will be open on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month between the hours of 1 p.m. and 5 p.m..
"In September of 2014 we had four clinics going," said Monique Yashinskie, administrator for the RDFCC. "Through the generous support of the United Way we are able to open here in Eganville."
The RDFCC operates clinics in Petawawa, Pembroke, Renfrew, Arnprior and Eganville, with the intention to have "a clinic open somewhere in the county every day of the week." "We're just missing Barry's Bay," Yashinskie said.
In March of 2012, the West Champlain Healthy Community Corporation opened the Robbie Dean Centre with the goal of enhancing mental health services in Renfrew County. According to Statistics Canada, compared to other cities in the province, Renfrew County has very poor health statistics with above average rates in obesity, smoking, alcoholism and chronic disease. These factors are considered to be negatively associated with mental health.
Through collaboration with existing agencies, the RDFCC strives to "bridge the gap" in the current mental health system. "The idea is to keep people out of the emergency room," Yashinskie said. "We don't do long-term therapy. We help them, and then we navigate the system on their behalf, connecting them with where they need to go."
By working with the person who is in trouble, teaching them how to deal with their own crisis, and then working with the family, the RDFCC employs a wraparound approach to providing social services and education.
Tom Sidney, the clinics suicide intervention specialist, explained that the clinic serves to make help easily accessible. The clinic is set up for people to drop by, no referrals, no fees, and get the immediate help that they need.
"When an individual in crisis comes through the door," Sidney said, "we greet them, listen to them and allow them to vent and share their story, breaking it down from there." Specialists take the crisis and help the individual to envision where they want to be and then work backwards in order to determine where to start. "We do a lot of work with parents trying to understand their teenagers; we do interventions themselves as well as suicide prevention and education." Sidney said.
The RDFCC has served clients between the ages eight and 72.
"Today is a huge day for the Robbie Dean Centre," Monique Yashinskie concluded. The RDFCC is relies solely on the support of the community.


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Best Korean Dramas to Watch When You're Sick
|1. Pasta - while pasta may be a delicacy to the cooks and guests of high-end Italian restuarants like the one portrayed in this drama, for most of us common mortals, it's a comfort food that we can turn to at the end of the day - nothing better than a large bowl of steaming spaghetti. That's exactly what this drama is like - warm, filling, flavorful comfort food for when you're feeling down. Pasta is a relatively low-key drama, particularly for Kdramas, but there's something endlessly appealing about its light, warm take on the cooking-and-falling-in-love story, and the romance between main couple Lee Sun Gyun and Gong Hyo Jin is effervescent and ridiculously addicting. It's a low-concept drama, but the cinematography has a lovely indie feel and the sets, especially La Sferra where most of it happens, have a clean, colorful look which is very refreshing. Highly recommended(just make sure you stock up on pasta beforehand because all the delicious food floating around will have your mouth watering).
|2. Goong - this famous drama runs a little too long, allowing for some repetitiveness and plot histrionics in the middle, but there's no denying it's super addicting and that Yoon Eun Hye and Joo Ji Hoon are perfectly cast. Together they create magic onscreen for 24 episodes as we watch the impulsive commoner thaw the heart of the icy prince she's betrothed to. A rare convincing rendition of the rags-to-riches/princess story, it's both a love story and a growing-up tale. It makes this list because it gets interesting relatively quickly and stays compelling for most of its run, possessing a spark of magic that makes it a good way to pass time when you're sick.
|3. 9 End 2 Outs- this charming drama is the pitch-perfect story of two best friends who fall in love. The two main characters are refreshingly adult and mature, each with their own lives and careers, and the plot avoids most of the over-the-top twists of many Korean dramas (twists which can get particularly tiring particularly when you're sick and crabby and wind up griping at the screen over why the two main characters can't just get it together). As I said in my original review, Park Soo Ae and Lee Jung Jin have incredible chemistry together as the funny, squabbling, in-love-without-realizing-it pair of best friends, and 9 End 2 Outs is just that adult fairy tale about two people who get it right.
|4. Coffee Prince - I have a fondness for watching dramas about hard-working people when I'm sick, perhaps because it makes me that much more glad to be curled up in bed doing nothing, and this drama is no exception. Yoon Eun Hye runs errands, delivers groceries, masquerades as Gong Yoo's gay lover (yes you read that right) and ultimately winds up working at a coffee shop in her quest to financially support herself and her family. When you're sick, sometimes the classics are best, and Coffee Prince delivers and more. It's funny, offbeat, and angsty, hardly ever drags, has a cast of charmingly quirky(and good-looking) supporting characters, and is lit by insane chemistry between Yoon Eun Hye and Gong Yoo. One of the safest bets to thoroughly entertain over the course of 17 episodes.
|5. Creating Destiny - Creating Destiny is just the fluffy, mostly mindless chick flick that the doctor ordered when you're sick. Eugene may not be the best actress in the world but she's got a cheery, warm screen presence and has delicious chemistry with Ki Tae Young as a prickly doctor. Watch these two meet, squabble, banter, and ultimately fall in love as a result of (more often in spite of) their families' attempts to set them up in an arranged marriage with each other. At 33 episodes, Creating Destiny may last longer than your illness does, but judicial fast-forwarding can fix that. Creating Destiny is a delightful ride guaranteed to not tire you out while still providing amusement.