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This easy Spelt Bread recipe is made with 7 simple ingredients for the best everyday bread. Plus, this spelt sandwich bread is naturally vegan & dairy-free for a bread recipe that truly tastes great with any potential toppings!
It's about time I shared one of my go-to bread recipes! This vegan spelt bread is honestly great for sandwiches, topped with mashed avocado or tofu ricotta, served alongside my southwest tofu scramble or even spread with a simple mix of butter and jam. However you serve it, this truly is the best everyday bread!
What is spelt bread?
If you've never tried spelt flour before, it has a slightly nutty and sweet flavor. It's a pretty fine & light flour and honestly tastes a lot like whole wheat flour to me.
While spelt bread may not be gluten-free, spelt is an ancient grain with a stronger husk than wheat and some people actually find it easier to digest than wheat flour.
For this recipe, I decided to opt for a mix of spelt flour and all-purpose flour. The spelt flour gives this bread a nice crumb and nutty flavor, while the small amount of all-purpose flour gives this bread more structure so it can form a beautiful tall loaf of bread.
Ingredient Notes:
- Yeast: For this recipe I used Red Star active dry yeast which is pretty much my go-to yeast for any of my bread recipes like my Vegan Pizza Dough or even my Vegan Cinnamon Rolls. By the way, if you choose to use instant yeast instead, you can skip the step of activating the yeast in warm water and add it in with the flour.
- Spelt flour: For this recipe I used Arrowhead Mills spelt flour which I purchased at my local Whole Foods. I also highly recommend the sprouted spelt flour from Thrive Market!
- Maple syrup: The maple syrup doesn't make this bread sweet, but really balances out the nutty flavor of the spelt flour. Make sure to use a high quality real maple syrup for this recipe!
How to make spelt flour bread
Make the dough
- First, activate the yeast with warm water.
- Then, mix in the olive oil and maple syrup.
- Gradually add the spelt flour, all-purpose flour, and salt.
- Mix into a thick dough, then remove from the bowl and get ready to knead the dough.
Knead the dough
When it comes to kneading spelt bread dough, I genuinely prefer to do it in my KitchenAid mixer with the bread hook attachment. This dough is a stickier dough, so it can be more challenging to knead by hand. If you do knead by hand, just make sure to do so on a well-floured surface and lightly flour your hands so they don't stick to the dough.
You will know the bread is kneaded enough when it is tacky, elastic, and can be stretched without easily tearing. Again, this bread dough is pretty sticky, so keep that in mind.
The first rise/proofing
Take the kneaded bread and add it to a lightly oiled bowl. I just use olive oil to coat my bowls, but any oil will work here.
Then cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let rise about 1 hour until doubled in size.
Shape into a loaf bread & second rise
Punch the dough down and add it to a well-floured surface. Then, stretch it into a thick rectangle and roll the bread into a log as pictured below.
Add the bread to a loaf pan and cover with a paper towel or plastic wrap to rise for another 30 minutes.
I like to line my loaf pan with parchment paper and clip it to the sides with oven-safe metal clips. This makes it super easy to remove the loaf from the pan once it is baked!
Bake the spelt bread
As a final step, bake the spelt bread at 350F for 30-35 minutes. This bread really doesn't need a ton of time in the oven to form a beautiful crust. If you'd like a darker crust, just brush the top of the bread loaf with olive oil or vegan butter before baking.
Once the bread is ready, remove it from the oven and enjoy! I just spread a bit of vegan butter on my bread, but it's also great with jam, mashed avocado, blistered cherry tomatoes, tofu ricotta, or as bread to make any sort of sandwich!
FAQ & Tips:
Spelt is an ancient grain that many people consider to be healthier and less inflammatory than wheat. However, it has a similar nutrition profile to wheat. Spelt flour is a great source of fiber which is an important part of any diet too!
No, spelt bread is not gluten-free. Spelt contains a grain flour that isn't wheat, but it still contains gluten.
Spelt bread can be stored at room temperature for 3-4 days wrapped in tin foil. It also can be sliced and then stored in a freezer-safe bag in the freezer for up to 2 months. I find that storing in the fridge dries out the bread so I don't recommend it.
Yes! Before freezing, let the bread cool completely and then cut into slices. Then, add to a freezer-safe bag and store for later. You can add directly to a toaster or pan fry with butter in a pan to reheat.
This easy Spelt Bread is the perfect everyday sandwich bread made with only 7 ingredients. You are going to love this simple, nutty, and delicious bread recipe- enjoy!
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Spelt Bread
- 1 ¼ cup warm water
- 2 ¼ teaspoon active dried yeast
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 ¾ cup spelt flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
Make the Spelt Dough:
- Begin by adding your warm water and yeast to a large mixing bowl. Let sit for 3-5 minutes to make sure the yeast is activated. You will be able to tell if it's bubbling and turns frothy. If using instant yeast, you can skip this step and add the yeast directly to the mix with the flour and salt.
- Next, add the olive oil and maple syrup to the large mixing bowl and whisk together to combine.
- Gradually begin adding in the all-purpose flour & spelt flour about 1 cup at a time. Also, add in the ½ teaspoon of salt at this time.
Kneading & First Rise:
- Once all the flour has been added in, knead the dough. If using a standing mixer, switch the attachment to the bread hook and knead for 5-10 minutes until elastic. If you are kneading by hand, knead on a lightly floured surface for 10-15 minutes or until the dough is elastic. The dough is done being kneaded once it can be stretched without easily tearing and is smooth and tacky. This dough will still be pretty sticky when it is fully kneaded, so make sure your hands are well-floured if kneading by hand.
- After the dough is fully kneaded, add it to a well-oiled bowl for the first rise. I prefer to coat my bowl in olive oil, but any oil works here. The dough will be sticky so you may want to lightly oil your hands before grabbing the dough.
- Then, cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a towel, place in a warm place, and let rise 1 hour or until doubled in size. I like to test my dough by "poking" it with a finger. If it doesn't bounce back and stays indented, it is ready. It is also important to not "overproof" the dough, so do not let the dough sit too long.
Shaping the dough & second rise:
- Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a well-floured surface. Then stretch it into a thick rectangle and gently roll it up into a log.
- Place the dough into a parchment-lined or well-oiled loaf pan. Then, cover with a towel and plastic wrap and let rise for another 30 minutes. While it is rising, preheat the oven to 350F.
- After 30 minutes, remove the covering from the loaf and add the bread to the oven. Bake for 30-35 minutes until cooked through and browning on top. You can tell the bread is done by tapping it out of the oven and it should sound hollow. For a darker crust, glaze the bread with a little olive oil or vegan butter before baking.
- Remove the bread from the oven and place the loaf onto a wire cooling rack for about 10-15 minutes to cool before slicing. Then, slice and enjoy with your favorite toppings!
- If you don't want to use all-purpose flour, you can use 100% spelt flour for this recipe. Just keep in mind it will end up a little grittier/finer in texture.
- Maple syrup can be subbed 1:1 for honey or agave.
- Olive oil works best, but any liquid oil can be used in this recipe.
- I used my USA Loaf Pan to bake this bread lined with parchment paper.
- I also used Arrowhead Mills Spelt Flour and highly recommend it! Another good option is the sprouted spelt flour from Thrive Market.
- Spelt bread can be stored at room temperature for 3-4 days wrapped in tin foil. It also can be sliced and then stored in a freezer-safe bag in the freezer for up to 2 months. I find that storing in the fridge dries out the bread so I don't recommend it.
- This bread will not work gluten-free. That includes gluten-free 1:1 flour, oat flour, or other gluten-free flour. Gluten is essential to get the right texture for this bread so please do not try making it gluten-free.


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2 Peter 3:12-15a, 17-18
Mark 12:13-17
There is a line in today's Gospel that is frequently quoted: "Repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God." It is often interpreted as a guide for how a Christian should relate to civil authority. But when the Pharisees and the Herodians asked Jesus, "is it lawful?," they were asking, "Is this right in the eyes of God?" For the law they were referring to was not civil law but the Law of Moses. This law was given to bring the Hebrew people closer to God and repair humankind's relationship with Him.
So when Jesus says, "Repay to Caesar what is Caesar's," is He just talking about paying your taxes?
Perhaps He was giving us a way to order our lives. There are times when I agree with the psalmist–"Seventy is the sum of our years, or eighty, if we are strong, and most of them are fruitless toil, for they pass quickly and we drift away." I often find myself running through my day, constantly reviewing the many to-do lists in my head, revising and reordering them based on shifting circumstances and my energy level. I operate under the illusion that if I can just get the order correct, if I can clear all of today's lists and set up tomorrow's before I drop off to sleep I will be as Peter suggests, "Found without spot or blemish before Him, at peace." However, when I am only focused on clearing my lists, that peace evades me. Jesus in this lesson points to the solution.
Keeping the ordinary details of my life in order seems to me to fall under 'repay to Caesar.' Jesus says we are to do these things. But we are also to pay to God what is God's. I wonder if Jesus isn't telling us to go about our lives, do those things required of us by this world, but remember that just doing them doesn't elevate them to the level of grace. Grace comes about when I tend to my relationship with God, whether in quiet prayer alone or in the interactions with other people that come about while 'paying my taxes.'
Talib Huff is a volunteer at Christ the King Passionist Retreat Center in Citrus Heights, California.

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PRIMM (KTNV) — New year! Newfound riches! With hopes of striking it rich in 2021, several people are making the drive to the Nevada-California border to buy a lottery ticket as the Mega Millions jackpot stands at more than $400 million on Friday.
It was busy times at the Primm lotto store on New Year's Day with people lining up for a fresh start to 2021 to perhaps strike it rich.
"It's the American dream man. Everybody wants to win right? I'll be good though," Homer Spaulding, from Indianapolis, said.
Money in the form of a more than $400 million Mega Millions jackpot, motivating people to mask up and line up.
The store says the number of people buying lottery tickets has picked up in the days leading up to New Year's Day. Many are dreaming about what they could do with that money.
RELATED: Upset you can't buy a ticket to win $700M? Here's why Nevada doesn't have Powerball
"If I win, I'll be very low-key about it. I'm going to first spend two weeks on the beach just contemplating what to do with the money," said Tammy Kornegay-Hodges, who lives in Las Vegas.
With 2020 being such a difficult year for so many, some want to be charitable if they win.
"I figure a good bulk of that would go back to the nonprofits and help the city of Las Vegas," said Las Vegas resident Jeremy Williams.
The chances of winning are very slim, but that's not stopping people from wanting to try.
"If you don't bet, then you can't win," Spaulding said.
But for anyone in Clark County to give it a try, they'll have to go to a lotto store outside of Nevada to buy a ticket. That's because the Silver State has no state lottery.
"People have proposed it in the past, but it hasn't gotten a ton of traction, mostly because the casino gaming industry is so big and so dominant," according to UNLV gaming historian David Schwartz.
He says when Nevada re-legalized commercial gambling in the 1930s there was no appetite for a lottery at the time.
"The national mood was against lotteries. They didn't want to tempt fate by legalizing a lottery then so they didn't do it," he said.
The lack of a Nevada lottery is surprising for people who recently moved to the state.
"With all the gambling here, I would have thought if there's anywhere you can buy a lotto ticket, it's here, but this is great though," Kornegay-Hodges said.
Schwartz says attitudes may change regarding a state lottery and wouldn't be surprised if there's a discussion in the future.
"Certainly, the pandemic has taught us that diversification is good and you could look at the lottery as diversifying with the kind of gambling people do in Nevada," he said.


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Kathy L Wheeler here again: Here's a little brainstorming thing in all it's unformatted, misspellings, no punctuation immediacy. Most of it was tossed out from the onset, but it's still fun to see where something started compared to how it came out for A Bullet in the Heart.
When jo is out for her walk, Bobby comes in, not Jackson. He tells L &F the news that he and Jo are getting married. That should be the hook into chapter 2.
Jo meets Roger Jr and they talk. Roger tells her that he doesn't believe that Victor fell over that side of the ferry. Roger feels Victor knew something that got him killed.
Jo hurries back to the house to tell her sisters this astounding news but when she walks in:
1) Bobby is there?
a. He puts Jo on the spot in front of the others; she is furious and makes him leave (remember there is a rooming house in town)
2) Bobby is not there:
a. The girls tell Jo they know her secret; she's shocked, but then they are truly excited to learn she's engaged. She is dumbfounded and tells them they are mistaken.
Bobby does not know that Eleanor is there, he followed Jo.
Victor learned that Mary had gone to see Eleanor
Bobby saw Mary, worried what Victor knew and killed him.
Bobby was terrorizing Eleanor?
Bobby threatened Mary, Eleanor heard him, but he couldn't get a clear path to Eleanor to off her. So in the end, Eleanor knows that Bobby killed Mary, but while in the asylum, Eleanor was kept drugged on a regular basis, so most of what she knows just comes across as nightmares to her.
Kathy L Wheeler (aka Kae Elle Wheeler) loves the NFL, the NBA, musical theater (don't ask how her how many times she's seen Phantom of the Opera (12); or Wicked (7)), travel, (Europe, Grand Cayman, Mexico, All over the US), reading (practically a book a night), writing (15 books and counting) and karaoke (well....what can she say). She assists other authors in critiquing, formatting, and creating covers for their publishing dreams. She writes contemporary and historical stories where the heroines save themselves and the heroes who honor their courage with suspense and humor.


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A new Cardi B song is on the way. During commercials for Sunday night's BET Awards, the rapper shared a video teaser for a new Tay Keith (Drake, BlocBoy JB) produced single. The short clip featured Cardi on top of a skyscraper with the words "Coming Soon" and "July 1" in orange neon letters.
She later shared on social media that the song is called "Hot Shit."
The move comes in advance of Cardi's long-awaited second full-length album, which follows her 2018 debut "Invasion of Privacy." She's released a string of collaborations in the intervening years: last year's blockbuster tag team with Megan Thee Stallion, "WAP" and her most recent features, the drill track "Shake It" (with Kay Flock, Dougie B and Bory300) and the 2021 duet with Lizzo, "Rumors."
On Playboy's Centerfold platform, Cardi confirmed "WAP" and 2021's "Up" will be featured on her new album.
Little official information about Cardi's long-awaited album has been released. For her part, Cardi has not been in a hurry. "I feel like at this point, it's like a timeline that I created," she told XXL last year.
"Because last year I was like: 'I gotta put out my album this year,' but, then I just stopped working on my album out of nowhere because I feel like the whole COVID thing discouraged me to put out my album. Because I want to put out an album, and I want to tour." And, as always, she's managed to keep herself in the headlines. She revealed her most recent pregnancy during her performance with Migos on the BET Awards in June of last year.


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Spend some time in the area and get to know people. You should also contact Madeline Fletcher at the Land Bank if you are interested in rehabbing a property.
If the right live/work situation doesn't turn up, it's still possible to buy or rent a home and find good artist lofts for 1.50 or 2. a sq ft.
A good time to visit would be last Saturdays, or visit in Sept during open studio tours and meet the other artists in town..


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Oil slick lips are here and they're next-level gorgeous
Hair art has been a thing for quite a while now, really hitting its peak in 2015/2016. Trends like space hair, fire hair, mermaid hair, and my personal favorite, rose gold hair all use creative coloring techniques to create a vibrant or subtle 'do. Now, the creative color fad is moving on down from hair to lips, with makeup artists creating some ~seriously~ exquisite and unique looks.
The latest in lip color trends is being called "oil-slick lips." This trend has actually been lurking around in the beauty world for a bit (Seventeen reported on it in February), picking up a ton of traction on Instagram earlier in the year. Oil-slick lips followed the rise of popularity in oil-slick hair (aka, "rainbow hair for brunettes") and oil-slick nails, all mimicking the multicolor iridescent sheen of an oil spill.
And it's seriously so pretty on lips, you guys.
I'm obsessed!
According to PopSugar, this look can be achieved *super* easily by layering on different metallic eyeshadows. That's right; you don't even need special lip products to get this look! I don't know about you, but I love being able to repurpose existing makeup for fun new uses.
Makeup artist Kasey Ault makes it look beyond simple to rock a "holographic oil spill" lip, in her video for PopSugar Beauty. It takes her mere seconds! That's talent.
First, you start with a metallic purple eye shadow, layering it on at the outer edges of the lips.
Then, you move towards the center of the lips, dabbing on metallic pinks and blues.
Next, you use a gold cream shadow on the bottom and top center of the lips, to highlight. Add some more glittery pink and blue as you see fit.
Finally, you clean it all up with some concealer and voila! Super chic iridescent lips.
The great thing about the oil slick lips look is that it's so multifaceted. You can really do whatever you want with it — some go for a darker, inkier look, using a clear gloss on top to accentuate the sheen, while others (like Kasey in her vid) go for a brighter, more summer-y glitter-based look.
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Carlson Receives NIH Grant to Study Relationship Between Sedentary Time and Cardiovascular Disease
Jordan A. Carlson, PhD, Pediatrics, Center for Children's Healthy Lifestyles and Nutrition at Children's Mercy, was recently awarded a five-year, $5,960,344 R01 grant from the National Institutes of Health.
Dr. Carlson's "Characterization of Sedentary Patterns and Cardiovascular Disease Risk Markers in Hispanics/Latinos" study will work to identify what new information is learned about sedentary bout patterns in free-living population cohorts when they are measured more accurately by the activPAL. The observational cohort study will investigate how various sedentary bout patterns are cross-sectionally and prospectively associated with cardiovascular disease risk markers of adiposity, insulin resistance, and blood glucose in 2,600 Hispanics/Latinos from four regions across the United States.
"We need to move closer to being able to recommend specific limits for sedentary time – How often should sitting bouts be broken up? How long should a break from sitting last? Supporting reductions in prolonged sitting time will complement our existing efforts to increase population physical activity, as both engaging in sufficient physical activity and limiting sedentary time are important for health," says Dr. Carlson.
Vincent Staggs, PhD, is a co-investigator on the project. Dr. Staggs is a biostatistician and health services researcher in the Biostatistics and Epidemiology Core, which is part of the Division of Health Services and Outcomes Research at Children's Mercy.
The project has eight subawards.
Children's Mercy Kansas City is an independent, non-profit, 390-bed pediatric health system, providing over half a million patient encounters each year for children from across the country. Children's Mercy is ranked by U.S. News & World Report in all ten specialties. We have received Magnet® recognition five times for excellence in nursing services. In affiliation with the University of Missouri-Kansas City, our faculty of nearly 800 pediatric specialists and researchers is actively involved in clinical care, pediatric research and educating the next generation of pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists. The Children's Mercy Research Institute (CMRI) integrates research and clinical care with nationally recognized expertise in genomic medicine, precision therapeutics, population health, health care innovation and emerging infections. In 2021 the CMRI moved into a nine-story, 375,000-square-foot space emphasizing a translational approach to research in which clinicians and researchers work together to accelerate the pace of discovery that enhances care.


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New Venture
To the right are some photos of one of my latest creations "New Venture"
New Venture is a vintage Thames Built Starcraft from Bates.
It is Twin engine, 40ft long and took 12 months to build!
The model 1/12th. Scale or near!
See a video of it cruising its maiden voyage on the Thames below, with thanks to Philip Christensen for the footage
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Kareem Hunt Returns to Browns Practice Amid Suspension, Hug from Baker Mayfield
Kareem Hunt Returns to Browns Practice ... Hug from Baker Mayfield
Kareem Hunt's 8-game suspension is ALMOST up -- and Monday morning, the Browns running back was back on the practice field getting hugs from his teammates.
Check out Baker Mayfield greeting Hunt with open arms as he gets ready to make his 2019 debut on Nov. 10 against the Buffalo Bills. Seems most of his teammates are stoked for Hunt to get back to action.
#Browns have been informed by the NFL that RB Kareem Hunt is permitted to practice & was on the field this morning. Baker welcomed him back with a big hug. Hunt pic.twitter.com/gwVQObDTnC
— Daryl Ruiter (@RuiterWrongFAN) October 21, 2019 @RuiterWrongFAN
Remember, the NFL handed down an 8-game suspension in March following 2 violent off-field incidents ... including an altercation with a woman at a Cleveland hotel in Feb. 2018.
But now, he's been cleared to participate in team activities -- which is why he was at the Browns practice facility Monday morning.
On the field, 24-year-old Hunt is a BEAST -- and was a huge part of the KC Chiefs offense the past 2 years.
The Chiefs cut Hunt in November after TMZ Sports posted video of the hotel altercation -- and the Browns snatched him up a few months later.
Hunt has said he's working on becoming a better person through counseling, alcohol and anger management and religion -- and Browns honchos have publicly supported him along the way.
Back in May, head coach Freddie Kitchens said Hunt is "always gonna have our support."
But, let's get serious, the REAL reason the Browns are excited to have Hunt back is because they're 2-4 and desperately in need of a spark.
Stay tuned ...


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The 25 Best Puzzle Games On IPhone And IPad
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Mr. Shortz and Mr. Fagliano will also talk about the method they go by means of in deciding which puzzles make it to the pages of The New York Instances, as effectively as the teamwork that makes up the editing procedure.If you have any inquiries with regards to wherever and also the best way to employ Our Home Page, you possibly can contact us in Our Home Page web site. The number at the finish of each and every row and column tells you how many sections of vessel are to be identified in that line, and in what order they appear. Where a digit is higher than 1, it could refer to whole vessels or to sections of separate vessels that visit the next document lie in adjacent squares.In a 20x cage with 3 squares in the exact same row or column, the candidates need to be 1, four, five. Notion 89: Add scents to blank jigsaw puzzle pieces. Give players the final picture" (i.e., arrangement of scented things) and demand them to assemble the blank puzzle based on the scents on the pieces.I swear that each single time I play against my husband, the score is incredibly lopsided. He dominates this game! It really is the quickest game of hockey you'll ever play, but the smiles and giggles you will get from the children is completely worth it when they see the most ridiculous hockey scores ever.It is a basic and straight forward game nonetheless, players may possibly find it hard to get by means of some of the obstacles. We have compiled a list of guidelines and tricks for you to go through to play Rock the Ball with success.The Witness is best experienced on one's personal and without having help, but if you're stuck on a distinct puzzle, we're here to support. Note that this guide will not spoil puzzle solutions outright. 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When you have finished, use an eraser to get rid of any remaining pencil marks.Give your players an chance to recognize and combine connected items to create messages or clues that are not quickly clear. There is in depth developer documentation describing the cross-platform interfaces. If you want to create a new puzzle or a new front end (to make all these games run on another platform), this is most likely the spot to commence.Uncover the Outside Edges. Even for several adults, a single of the easiest locations to start off on a puzzle is the outdoors edge. Have your kid try to uncover all of the pieces with a straight edge. Then see which ones have related colors and attempt to hook them with each other.A couple of months ago I had a discussion on Twitter with Thomas Grip, the brains behind Amnesia: The Dark Descent , the Penumbra series, and now SOMA , about overused elements in horror games. I believe this explains the distinction in texture in between puzzle games - but is broadly applicable to any game in which mechanics are learnt and mastered. Puzzle games merely offer you this cycle as their explicit goal, and as such, it becomes all the a lot more apparent when it is absent.Anticipate misunderstandings and encourage the player to fail and so clear up these misunderstandings early in the game. Solve the very first row and 1st column initial, then the second row and second column, etc. To support you get began, NowEscape has compiled the following list of 101 escape space puzzle concepts, primarily based on the most frequent escape-game puzzle varieties about the globe.A remedy that may possibly satisfy both sides of the debate would be to consist of mathematical puzzles but also supply option methods to resolve them (such as a mathematics book on a bookshelf containing the answer) if players lack the expertise to resolve them on their own.
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This is the tale of two lipids. One familiar, the other obscure. One a well-known risk factor for cardiovascular disease, the other just emerging as a distinct—perhaps even better—predictor of it.
The first of these waxy, fat-like substances is cholesterol, which in tandem with triglycerides (another type of fat found in the blood) has long been considered a strong indicator of heart disease and stroke. The other is ceramides, an important constituent of skin, that is used in many cosmetic products to moisten and rejuvenate aging epidermis. But in a new wrinkle, scientists have found that the effects of ceramides run more than skin deep.
In fact, scientists at University of Utah Health recently discovered that people with high blood levels of ceramides are at least three or four times as likely to have a stroke or heart attack than those with lower blood levels of this lipid. Using a newly developed test, the researchers also found evidence that ceramides—a class of lipids that is part of the sphingolipid family—are an independent indicator, or biomarker, of these conditions, predicting the presence of coronary artery disease (CAD) as well as or better than cholesterol.
However, the test, called Sphingolipid Inclusive CAD risk score, or SIC, will need to be validated and refined before it can be used clinically, according to the researchers. Their study appears in The Journal of Clinical Investigation.
"LDL cholesterol, the so-called 'bad cholesterol,' is a really imprecise measure of cardiovascular disease risk," says Scott Summers, Ph.D., chair of U of U Health's Department of Nutrition & Integrative Physiology at the College of Health. "Based on previous mouse studies, we strongly suspected that ceramides might be causative. This finding certainly adds to that body of evidence. It provides us with an opportunity to design new types of personalized medical interventions tailored to lower ceramides and other sphingolipids in individual patients that can potentially improve their health and decrease their risk of cardiovascular disorders."
Like cholesterol, ceramides are sticky, greasy molecules that help maintain cell membranes and perform other critical life-sustaining tasks. In excessive amounts, both substances can wreak havoc on the cardiovascular system, promoting the accumulation of plaque in arterial walls. Yet, until recently, ceramides were much harder to detect because they are 1,000 times less abundant than cholesterol.
New clinical tests are available, but they can only detect a small fraction of the ceramides circulating in the bloodstream. And although previous research has found a strong correlation between circulating ceramide blood levels and coronary heart disease, the magnitude of that risk had rarely been quantified, nor had a broader panel of other sticky sphingolipid molecules been evaluated.
To address these concerns, Summers and his U of U Health colleagues Mary C. Playdon, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Nutrition & Integrative Physiology, and doctoral student Annelise Poss used machine learning, a type of advanced statistical analysis that allows computers to train using the data to predict outcomes, to identify 32 ceramides or their precursors that are likely the most predictive biomarkers of coronary artery disease. Then, using their new SIC test for these lipids, they assessed blood samples from more than 460 people in Utah, ages 30 to 75, who were diagnosed with coronary artery disease between 1990 and 2000. They also tested blood from an additional 200 people of similar ages who were deemed healthy.
The scientists found that their new test, which relied on mass spectrometry to isolate tiny amounts of ceramides in the blood, was a better overall predictor of the presence of cardiovascular disease than currently used ceramide tests or LDL cholesterol measurements. In particular, ceramide concentrations were higher in those who had had a previous heart attack or who had insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes.
They also discovered that ceramides do not correlate strongly with triglycerides or other traditional measures of cardiovascular risk. The researchers say this finding suggests that ceramides and other lipids similar to them are a distinct and independent predictor of disease status and may in fact be a contributing factor to the development of heart disease and stroke.
To confirm and broaden the applicability of these results, which was based on blood drawn from Caucasian men and women in Utah, the researchers plan to validate the SIC score using blood samples collected up to 12 years before the onset of cardiovascular disease among multiracial populations throughout the United States, United Kingdom, China, and other countries. They will also analyze ceramide levels and their impact on cardiovascular disease in these groups.
In the meantime, Summers and Playdon are studying how diet, physical activity, and other lifestyle factors, many of which have changed significantly since the 1990s, could influence blood ceramide levels.
"Once we identify those factors, we can design intervention studies to test whether they can causally change ceramides," says Playdon, an assistant professor in the nutrition and integrative physiology department. "These studies, in addition to replication in other populations, will serve as the basis for developing personalized guidance for modulating ceramides and further validating our sphingolipid panel as a CVD predictive biomarker."


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- Marietta Middle School
- Student Life
A Day in the Life of an MMS Student
Bell Schedule
Student building entry begins at 7:15 AM
Students are tardy after 7:45 AM
No student checkout or transportation changes after 1:00 PM
Bell Schedule Period Time Launch 7:15-7:40 am 1st Period 7:45-8:30 am 2nd Period 8:35-9:20 am 3rd Period 9:25-10:10 am 4th Period 10:15-11:00 am 5th Period 11:05-11:50 am 6th Period 11:55 am-12:40 pm 7th Period 12:45-1:30 pm 8th Period 1:35-2:30 pm
Field Trips and Club Dues
Teachers will plan field trips throughout the school year. Students may drop payment envelopes in the mailbox located outside the main office or parents may make an electronic payment via RevTrak and selecting the event to be paid.
Dues for particular clubs/student organizations may be paid in the same manner.
What should parents/guardians do if their student(s) does not arrive at his/her bus stop?
Parents should contact Marietta City Schools Transportation Department Dispatch Desk at 770.429.3110 Dispatch can usually communicate the name of the missing student to the driver to confirm if the student did indeed board the school bus. If this cannot be confirmed, dispatch will issue an "all call" to all bus routes from the student's school. Parents should also contact their school to determine if the student boarded a bus or is attending an After School Program.
What should parents (guardians) do if the school bus arrives late at the bus stop?
Parents should contact the Transportation Department Dispatch Desk at 770.429.3110 for an update on the bus route and any delays it may have encountered. Dispatch can also provide an update on the pickup or drop off time if the bus has already serviced the bus stop in question. If the bus is more than 10-15 minutes late in the morning, parents should contact the Dispatch Desk for an updated arrival time. MCS Transportation will always run a bus to service a stop even if the bus is going to run late. Breakfast is held for any students arriving late to school aboard a school bus and students are not counted as tardy.
Safe Rider Program
Our Safe Rider Program is a student management program which promotes and teaches proper school bus safety. The core of the program promotes personal accountablity as it relates to bus safety because unsafe choices endager the safety of all passengers.
For more information, click the link below and/or contact MCS Transportation at 770.429.3110


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If you want to study in China and just become eligible for Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD studies then you are lucky because Xiamen University has announced scholarship for the academic year of 2019 -2020 in any of the available Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD degree program. These scholarships will be awarded under the title of Xiamen University – XMU Scholarships in China, 2019 to the hardworking, talented and deserving students. This educational award will provide you a Partial Funding, Depends on the applicant depending upon the scholarship you earn. The best track record you have the more coverage you will be able to receive.
The Xiamen University of China is offering XMU Scholarships for Doctoral, Postgraduate' and Undergraduate candidates. Scholarship awardees will have their tuitions covered (a maximum of 4 years for doctoral programmes, 2 or 3 years for master's programmes, 4 or 5 years for undergraduate programmes).
Eligibility for Xiamen University – XMU Scholarships in China, 2019:
- The applicants for XMU Scholarship, 2019 citizens should be non-Chinese citizens considerably in good health.
- The students applying for bachelor's degree studies must have a high school diploma and the age limit is 25.
- For the students applying for master's degree studies must have a bachelor's degree and the age limit is 40.
- For doctoral degree studies, the students must have a master's degree and be under the age of 45.
- Demonstrate academic excellence.
No. of XMU Scholarships in China, 2019:
- Bachelor's degree programs: 5
- Master's degree programs: 11
- Doctoral degree programs: 8.
Documents required:
- Applicants are required to make an online application and then download and print out the Application Form for International Students generated upon successful online application.
- Applicants fill in and print out the Application Form for XMU Scholarship.
- Applicants should send the two forms to XMU's Admissions Office. Application documents should reach the Office before the deadline.
Value of Xiamen University – XMU Scholarships in China, 2019:
- The successful applicants of Xiamen University – XMU Scholarships in China, 2019 will receive:
- Tuition fee waiver.
- Monthly stipend of RMB 3,000 for Postgraduate students and RMB 3,500 for Ph.D. students (first class only).
- The awardees' academic performance will be assessed each year and only those achieving the required standard will have their scholarship renewed for the following year.
Deadline for Xiamen University – XMU Scholarships in China, 2019:
- The last date to apply for Xiamen University – XMU Scholarships in China, 2019 is 30th April 2019.


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The new Gira Cube Motion Detector has some very interesting features and looks great. Could it be one of those must-have products that satisfy the increased need for safety-led home technology?
With many around the world spending time at home, people have had the opportunity to start making some of the home improvements that have sat on a must-do list for the past few years. In times of uncertainty, home security is always an area that people pay more attention to.
There are 1000s of lighting security products on the market, so is the new Gira Cube Motion Detector one that you should be considering?
Although we haven't had the opportunity yet to test it first-hand, we can provide an overview of what it offers.
About the Gira Cube Motion Detector
The Gira Cube has some excellent features that differentiate it from other 'run of the mill' security light systems, namely, it can detect and respond to changes in ambient light and thermal motion. It will also monitor a property's exterior lighting and then automatically switch on when ambient brightness and thermal motion from a passer-by is identified. Due to an exclusive combination of precision sensors, the new Gira Cube motion detector also minimises energy waste by only illuminating when necessary. It will not turn on in response to a gust of wind or torrential rain which is ideal given the changeable weather we have in the UK.
The Gira Cube Motion Detector has a nice, clean geometric look and is designed to complement both modern and classic architecture. It's available in two finishes, Pure White Glossy and Anthracite; the Gira Cube presents a universal style and thanks to its protection class IP54, this new motion detector is safe against dust and splashes of water, so bad weather shouldn't be an issue.
In addition to its eye-pleasing design, the Gira Cube motion detector can be adjusted to suit a range of diverse home-environments from a narrow passageway to an expansive outdoor space. Its 120 degrees detection angle makes it ideal for confined spaces and for areas requiring an extra-wide range, the new Gira Cube can broaden the angle all the way up to 240 degrees, so nothing escapes 'The Cube'. It is supplied with a discreet covering panel that enables the observation radius to be altered very simply, yet retain its good-look.
The new Gira Cube motion detector is designed for use with a KNX System or through conventional installation, all thanks to its flexible mounting system that supports exterior and interior application on both walls and ceilings. When installed as part of a Gira KNX system, the new Gira Cube can be fully integrated into any lighting units already in-situ.
There is also the option to provide end-users with adaptable lighting control where they can opt for a long or short lighting duration. This involves an 'off delay' function that extends illumination time from five seconds up to 15 minutes; the homeowner can even select up to two hours of continuous Light if they wanted to.
Mark Booth, Managing Director at Gira UK says, "With the increased demand for flexible solutions that secure the home and increase functionality, we hope to accommodate this surge in the marketplace with the new Gira Cube motion detector out now.
The traditional market for home security and outdoor lighting has evolved quickly, and I am pleased to say, moved on from just constantly leaving the lights on as an acceptable security measure: not only is this a waste of energy, but it will increase utility bills and impact the carbon footprint of a property. A great example of utility design, the new Gira Cube is an ideal gateway product for demonstrating what can be achieved with the latest efficient, high-design lighting solutions for inside and out of the smart home."
Gira Cube motion detector – Where and how?
You can experience all of the new 2020 products and applications by Gira, along with the company's new brand identity by visiting www.gira.com.
Gira will launch a number of additional security systems and solutions for 2020/2021, all of which will debut at the autumn edition of Light + Building Frankfurt in September.
Read more lifestyle news articles in our dedicated section here.


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Czech Bohemian Bavarian Emerald Cut Starburst Crystal Glass 12 Vase/Decanter. Condition is Pre owned very good condition no chips or cracks pristine condition. Vase thickness measures 14 round. The item "Czech Bohemian Bavarian Emerald Cut Starburst Crystal Glass 12 Vase/Decanter" is in sale since Tuesday, December 31, 2019. This item is in the category "Pottery & Glass\Glass\Art Glass\Bohemian/Czech\Other Bohemian/Czech Art Glass".
The seller is "viral_monkey" and is located in Grandview, Missouri. This item can be shipped worldwide.


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General Buddhism Liao-Fan's Four Lessons Liao-Fan Yuan originally wrote Liao-Fan's Four Lessons in the sixteenth century in China. The book was intended to teach his son, Tian-Chi Yuan, how to recognize the true face of destiny, tell good from bad, correct one's faults and practice kind deeds. It also provided living proof of the rewards and outcomes of people who practiced kind deeds and cultivated virtue and humility. Relating from his own experience at changing destiny, Mr. Yuan himself was a living embodiment of his teachings. E-Books - English : [1,026KB] |
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Due to a vast geographical spread with diverse socio-economic conditions in the Asia Pacific countries, APLA Founding Chair, Vasant Oswal, President, David Lau, and Secretary, Vyas Prasad decided to publish guidelines on COVID-19 in the form of an 'International Consensus', with contributions from 27 specialists from 20 countries, spanning from Australia in the East to the US in the West. The guidelines are presented in two parts: 1) The Working Knowledge of COVID-19 and 2) Safe Practices in Micro-laryngoscopy and Laryngeal Laser Surgery in the COVID-19 Era .
Part one includes the characteristics of the virus such as SARS-CoV-2, spread, transmission, detection of virus, viral load, protective measures, test and track, pathogenesis, and symptoms. Part two is more specific, aimed at laryngologists involved in managing laryngeal cases in their practices. It includes: 1) safe practice; 2) triaging COVID-19 risk, and timing of surgery; 3) operating theatre safety, anaesthesia and preop preparation; 4) anaesthesia, perioperative and postoperative protective measures; 5) practical challenges during surgery with PPE; 6) COVID-19 specific precautions when using the laser; 7) acute and chronic laryngeal lesions due to COVID-19 infection; 8) innovations, proven and unproven, that may improve safety; 9) situations where PPE is insufficient or unavailable; and 10) special considerations in children.
Knowledge about COVID-19 has evolved as the disease has spread to most countries in the world. The learning process is by no means complete and will continue to evolve as more validated experiences are published. Yet, they hope that this consensus opinion will go some way to develop safe practice within the available resources and manpower.
To view the guidelines, visit: www.aplassoc.com/COVID-19-ERA/


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Home > Professional Development & Events > Topical Action Groups > Women in Leadership
The following resources are available for download and your use:
Topical Action Group (TAG) Resources
The Women in Leadership topical action group seeks to: strengthen colleges of education through leadership development; advance a professional network among members interested in leadership; encourage diverse members to pursue leadership positions; support women considering career or advancement opportunities in leadership; initiate, encourage, and disseminate studies of women in leadership; and provide professional development and mentoring to members interested in enhancing professional and personal success in concert with their positions.
Interested in joining this TAG? Request access.
For more information, contact:
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Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more.
Just a little over 24 hours later, MFRD crews were back on the scene of Sunday's water rescue at the Manson Pike Dam near Searcy Street. District 7 and Engine 4 responded to the site shortly after 6:00 Monday evening.
Another young male had been swimming and became trapped in rushing water. When crews arrived, he was standing to the side of the dam.
Crews did not have to deploy the boat. Two crew members were able to wade out into the water, provide the victim with a personal floatation device, and lead him safely to the riverside.
Shift Commander Daryl Alexander reminds the public, "It is important to use proper judgment when water levels are high. Rising waters are very dangerous and not favorable for swimming or other recreational activities. The three victims from this week's water rescues have been very fortunate. Outcomes could have been much worse."
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Had an appointment to drop my Model 3 with Pete on a Friday shortly after delivery for a "facial wrap." Being next door to the Tesla Sales Center made this almost a no-brainer! Unfortunately, the car was late arriving and was still on it's way from Birmingham when I showed up to pick it up. Pete was very understanding about the cancelled appointment and set me up for a new appointment early the next week. He was very personable and did a great job on the car. As many have commented, you have to REALLY look to hard to see the edges where wrapping isn't feasible. I will definitely come back to TVP!
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Can Sam Worthington keep a secret? A TIFF veteran, the actor sits down with Tribute's Bonnie Laufer to talk about being back in Toronto, training in Israeli martial arts for The Debt, and his up-and-coming costar Jessica Chastain.
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Can't filter message in annotated tag or text in notes
By boris.wylut...@variatec.com on July 06, 2015 20:24 (imported from Google Code)
What steps will reproduce the problem?
- Append notes on some commits
- Open show log window
- There would show annotated tag messages and text of notes in the main message field of these commits
- But, if use filter controls at the top of the Log Dialog, the notes are not considered.
What is the expected output?
Expected to see all commits that include the filter keywords including where it occurs in notes only.
What do you see instead?
Only the original message of the commit can be filtered.
What version of TortoiseGit and msysgit are you using?
22.214.171.124 on Windows 8.1
Please provide any additional information below.
This was also reported in #2149 (closed) but only partically fixed, namely for the Ctrl+F search, but not for the filter function. The reporter added this comment and screenshot after the partial fix but the issue was already marked "fixed" and not reopened.


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To receive the report on the Business Case for the formation of a
Residential Property Company to provide market rent accommodation
leased on behalf of Exeter City Council.
Item Deferred from 8 February 2022
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Item Deferred
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 03/09/2021
Anticipated restriction: Private - View reasons
Explanation of anticipated restriction:
3 Information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information).
Work Programme: Performance Review / Best Value;
Decision due: 28 Feb 2022 by Executive
Decision due: 10 Mar 2022 by Extraordinary Meeting of the Council
Lead member: Council Leader
Contact: Karime Hassan, Chief Executive & Growth Director Email: email@example.com Tel: 01392 265188 Emma Osmundsen, Managing Director, Exeter City Living Ltd Email: firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania: Capitol fire leads to church connection and church & state intersection.9/30/2021 John Harris Jr. plotted out the land on the hill by the Susquehanna River and named it after his father. He then gave 4 acres and 21 square perches to the state as part of his proposal in 1789 contingent on being used for the capital. Initially the legislature moved from Philadelphia to Lancaster for ten years because Lancaster had a larger population than rural Harrisburg. In 1812, the first of three Capitol buildings was finished. The Hills Capitol won the first ever contest to create a State Capitol, not because it was on a hill. It was the name of the winning architect. On Feb 2nd, 1897 the Hills Capitol burned to the ground.
Henry Cobb from Chicago was selected as the architect to build a new Capitol, which he started but ran out of funding. Governor Hastings selected a pay as you go method of paying. The homeless legislature meet in the Methodist church close by until 1899, then moved to the unfinished building that Cobb himself called ugly. In 1901 a new Capitol commission was formed and required a Pennsylvania architect. Joseph Huston was selected and continued to completion in 1906. Governor Pennypacker welcomed President Theodore Roosevelt to the dedication who proclaimed the new Capitol "the handsomest building I ever saw". The journey of Pennsylvania State Capitol Harrisburg history is full of H's. Harris to Hills to Henry to homeless to Hastings to Huston until Pennypacker and Roosevelt found it to be the handsomest. Grace Methodist Episcopal Church built between 1873 and 1878 was in the right place when the Capitol burned in 1897. Some historians say that it saved Harrisburg as the State Capitol. With no where to meet, Lancaster, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia pitched themselves as landing spots. The clergy and congregation opened it's doors and Sunday School rooms to the legislature for 2 years while the Henry Cobb Capitol was under construction. It's prominent location on State street was the perfect substitute. One block to the East another prominent and beautiful church was built in 1859. Pine Street Presbyterian patrons met in Senate chambers for the first year during construction. One block south of Grace Methodist on State Street a third church building rose from chapel to Cathedral from 1807 to 1907. St. Patrick's Cathedral with it's green dome is actually at the corner of Church and State Street, directly in front of the current Capitol. Most events now are held on the North side in the sprawling Capitol complex. If your visiting the Pennsylvania State Capitol you may want to swing around to the other side where the church bells toll and find a bunch of H H H H H H H history in the Harrisburg Capitol timeline. Leave a Reply. |
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Brother of Luke airman charged with murder pleads guilty in related case
Aug 26, 2020, 7:00 PM
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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — The brother of a U.S. Air Force airman charged with murder has entered a plea agreement in a separate but related case that would spare him any time behind bars.
Samuel Gooch pleaded guilty Tuesday to a reduced charge of facilitation to commit hindering prosecution, which carries a maximum of two years in prison. Under the agreement with prosecutors, Gooch would receive probation.
Samuel Gooch's attorney, Joshua Davidson, said he would reserve comment on the case until after the Oct. 5 sentencing.
The prosecution didn't immediately respond to requests for comment.
Authorities had accused Gooch of flying to Arizona from Wisconsin in early May to pick up what he thought was the rifle used in the shooting of 27-year-old Sasha Krause.
Davidson recently sought to have the indictment against Gooch dismissed or the case sent back to the grand jury because he argued a charge of attempting to hinder prosecution was based on actions in another county. That became moot after Davidson told the court the parties agreed to resolve the case without a trial.
Gooch's younger brother, Mark Gooch, has pleaded not guilty to murder and other charges in the death of Krause. The 27-year-old woman disappeared from a Mennonite community where she lived near Farmington, New Mexico, and taught Sunday school in mid-January. Her body later was found in the forest outside Flagstaff.
Mark Gooch, who was stationed at Luke Air Force Base in metropolitan Phoenix, is jailed. But he recently asked the court to set bail after the deadline passed for prosecutors to seek the death penalty in his case.


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Looking for some birthday party ideas? This page lists ideas for birthday party places and birthday party vendors like bounce houses, characters, face painting, magicians, balloon artists and more! This is a great resource for baby's first birthday to big kid birthday parties as well. Want to know our favorites? Be sure to check out our Birthday Party Guide here!
11 Cat Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082, United States
Rollin' Rita's rents frozen drink machines, heaters, mist fans, generator systems, and our newest item – Chocolate Fountains for your party needs. We're on the constant quest of finding items that make your event better.
Jacksonville, FL, USA
Guanabana is a gourmet mobile dessert truck serving fresh and all-natural gourmet ice pops handcrafted by us locally and some unique and healthy treats including smoothies, fruit bowls and our award winning desserts merengon, taco berry and macaron ice cream sandwiches. Our truck and the tricycle can be found across…
Jacksonville, FL, USA
Who Are We? We started this truck because we saw the joy on our children's faces whenever the ice cream truck pulled up in our area. That excitement was something we wanted to share with our city. Our Goal We would love nothing more than to put a smile on…
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K's Cookies St. Augustine is a family-run bakery in St. John's County offering custom decorated royal icing sugar cookies. These cookies make the perfect addition to any holiday gathering or party, as well as perfect gifts! We offer seasonal specials on our Facebook page and custom orders can be placed…
7750 Belfort Road, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Windy City-inspired with Southern Charm. Custom cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more. Cookies & pastries shipped via USPS & FedEx within the US!
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Providing classic and custom cakes, decadent cupcakes and delicious treats that are sure to satisfy the palate!
4508 Comanche Trail Blvd.
Olivia Jeans is a cottage bakery offering cookies, muffins, bars, fudge, breads, biscotti, and more. Custom-made sweet treats for children's parties, baby and wedding showers as well as weddings. Holiday treats available, can custom order treats in themed baskets/trays.
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Kernan Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32225
As a mobile dessert catering company, we specialize in crafting hand-poured gourmet ice cream pops using fresh, real ingredients. Our selection of indulgent flavors ranges from creamy to fruity, and accommodates various dietary needs. With each bite of our delicious treats, you'll be transported to a nostalgic moment and feel…
4434 Hendricks Avenue, Jacksonville, FL, USA
Jeremiah's Italian Ice scoops up tasty, frozen treats in a vibrant, fun atmosphere! Jeremiah's Italian Ice serves up tasty frozen treats with a smile! The menu hosts refreshing Italian Ice (available in over 40 flavors), rich & creamy soft ice cream, and the Jeremiah's Gelati – the perfect layering of any…


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Need to design parts that cost less?
Want to engineer potential quality issues out? Ever wonder why some features can be easily drawn but not easily manufactured? Want to drive down costs as a buyer? The Bothe Associates Manufacturing Boot Camp is for you! For more than 20 years, Bothe Associates has offered a free class to engineers and purchasing people to help them better design parts for manufacturability and understand how smart purchasing can affect part costs. And now you or anyone from your team can join a class! The 2 – 4 hour class is tailored to the participants and can include these topics: · Introduction to manufacturing concepts and Glossary of common manufacturing terms · How varying material lengths affect optimal order quantities · Why the sizes that materials come in is critical to part design · Intelligent tolerancing – why zeroes cost $! · Reviews of your prints for an honest evaluation of what's great and what could be better · Your questions answered! Schedule your class for your group now! Contact your Bothe Associates representative or firstname.lastname@example.com or 262.656.1860 to set up a time for your class or to join one already scheduled. |


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Before you take your vehicle for repairs and maintenance you should first understand the difference between each of these things. Routine maintenance of automobile will be important so that you can assure good health to your vehicle. With this, you will also be sure of a good driving experience if you're traveling long distance with your family or friends. If there is any problem that you are facing with the automobile the best to do is hire services of auto service mechanic. They know it all and will always help you out well.
It is better to look out for registered dealers for hiring auto mechanic:
Where you take your vehicle for servicing will be of importance it is suggested that you always look out for registered or authorized dealers. They will be licensed to perform all the repairs and maintenance by the company and hence your automobile will be safeguarded. Auto service and repair is tricky and hence you need to look out for someone who is well versed with it and knows it all very well. Looking out for such professionals will be difficult but taking recommendations will help.
Before getting along with anyone you will have to consider their traits so that you are sure about the one you choose.
The auto repair professional you choose should not ask for exorbitant charges for all the repair and maintenance work that you hire them for. Everything should be reasonably priced. They should also have quotation system so that you can know the amount of money you will have to spend on the repairs and maintenance services. By this, it will be easy for you to get along with the one who is reasonable and offers reasonable prices for every service you are looking at.
It is essential for you to check with the qualifications and credential of the auto service technician before having the, treat your car. This will help you know whether the one you want to get along with is knowledgeable or not. You will also get a clue whether they have handled such issues and brand problems before or not. It can give you a peace of mind that they are well versed with the brand and also its spare parts.
While in search of the auto service technician you should also see that they are; licensed by some higher state regulatory authority. This will be very important because only then it will be easy for you to build trust in them. If they are approved for the auto repair network, they will not just know about quick solutions but you can also get a guarantee for all the work they will perform.
The auto service technician you wish to hire should also have a general or liability insurance to offer you with. This will be essential for you. With this, you can feel secure and can know that the money spent on the services will not be wasted. You will get a reimbursement if things go wrong or there is any part fitted wrongly. Even if there are future breakdowns which are costly you can ask for a check and reimbursements required.
A car will be your prized possession and you will never want safety points to be violated which can result in a disaster. Thus, when you are looking out for a car mechanic check with all the safety measures they follow and the services that they give accordingly. When you choose the right automobile mechanic, he will ensure the complete on-road safety of your car, and also in how you can deal with the internal safety.


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Norway reiterated support on Monday for China to have an observer role in Arctic affairs despite a slump in relations since the award of the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize to a Chinese dissident.
Foreign Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere said Oslo's relations with Beijing would take time to recover after the Norwegian Nobel Committee awarded the prize in October to Liu Xiaobo, serving an 11-year sentence in China for subversion.
At a conference on "Arctic Frontiers" in northern Norway, he told Reuters Oslo favored granting China an observer role at meetings of the Arctic Council, which groups the United States, Russia, Canada and the five Nordic countries.
He said the melting of Arctic sea ice, linked to global warming, was generating interest from China and other Asian countries in future opportunities including a shipping route between the Pacific and the Atlantic.
"Every regional dimension that is linked to transport has a global impact," he said. "We need to find the right channels … to talk, to cooperate with China. Norway favors China being an observer of the Arctic Council."
The European Commission is also interested in becoming a full-time observer at the Council. Russia has been among countries reluctant to let in observers.
Angered by the award of the Nobel Prize to Liu, Beijing has indefinitely postponed the next round of talks with Oslo on a bilateral trade deal which Norway has long hoped could be a model for other European countries.
"We are still at a political low. We are not pushing agendas at the moment, we have to take note of China's reaction," Stoere said. "A lot of economic activity is going on, a lot of trade," between the two despite the deadlock, he said.
Stoere said Oslo had stressed to Beijing that the five-member Nobel Committee, whose chairman is a former Prime Minister, was appointed by Norway's parliament to act independently of the government.
"We take note of China making the link between Norway and this decision. We have made our point clear on that. And then we need to take time," he said. He did not spell out how long he expected the standoff to last.
On January 11, Norway's Trade Minister Trond Giske said the government had "the ambition to land the trade deal during 2011.".
Norwegian exports to China fell by 10.1 percent in 2010 to 13.5 billion Norwegian crowns ($2.32 billion) while imports rose by 17.4 percent to 37.6 billion, Norway's statistics agency said last week.


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The Netherlands recently decided that it may take a softer stance on gambling loss limits, but it's not going soft on the entire gambling ecosystem. Instead, it plans on introducing an almost complete ban on gambling ads, as well as sports sponsorships.
The Ministry of Legal Protection is emphasizing the new rules, bowing to pressure from legislators who want a tight gambling regime. The ban prohibits operators from advertising on television, radio, or public spaces, indoors or out, beginning January 2023.
In addition, a separate ban on the sponsorship of events and TV programs will take effect starting January 2024. At the same time, sponsorship of sports shirts or venues will be prohibited starting a year later.
The ministry stated that the gradual elimination will benefit the sports industry. It will allow teams and sports organizations to find alternative sponsors. In order to ensure compliance, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch gambling regulator, will monitor the space and will intervene immediately if there are any violations.
For the first offense, an operator will most likely receive a warning. After that, failure to take corrective measures could lead to fines.
Minister Claims Player Protection
Franc Weerwind, minister for legal protection, has previously acknowledged that advertisements are beneficial for separating the legal from the illegal platforms. However, he has advocated for a seemingly reasonable solution that facilitates promotions while avoiding a complete elimination.
However, Weerwind recognizes that a ban is necessary for player protection. It will help reduce the potential for gambling harm while still allowing the industry to flourish.
Today, we have taken an important step towards further curbing gambling advertisements. Advertising is a means of directing people to the legal offer, but the importance of addiction prevention is more important," said Minister for Legal Protection Franc Weerwind
The government stated that it will allow online and direct marketing. However, it plans on tightening the rules to limit the exposure of the ads to vulnerable groups.
Bad Timing for Kindred
Kindred stopped operating in the Netherlands before the market opened in order to comply with requirements laid out by the Dutch government. At the time, it stated that this could have a negative impact on earnings up to €170.1 million (US$171.1 million)
However, it's now officially back in business in the Dutch market. It received its license a little more than a month ago, and is now live. It launched its Unibet gaming platform yesterday under the domain Unibet.nl.
The launch hasn't gone well too well. The KSA is already fielding complaints about bonuses on the platform. Unibet has acknowledged that it has experienced issues, but assures the regulator that it is finding a solution.
Unibet, in June, signed a partnership with soccer team Ajax of the Dutch Eredivisie, the highest level of soccer in the Netherlands. However, both will now have to begin looking for alternative solutions based on the Ministry of Legal Protection's latest decree.
The KSA is going to be busy going forward. It is still cracking down on unlicensed operators, like Gammix, which it just ordered to exit the market.
In addition, it is going to have to closely monitor the airwaves for gambling ads. It's likely that some operators will try to find a creative way around the ban, which means more work for the regulator.


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What is Ubuntu?
The Ubuntu Party cannot function in an open universe. It is an artifact of the unique conditions of post-Isolation Sol. All its enlightenment and sophisticated modeling cannot account for the presence of hostile, xenocidal aliens. Ubuntu has no answer for the Shivans. It relies on a universe in which all living beings can, in the long term, be persuaded to cooperate through market and psychological forces. Additionally, conditions in the GTVA are ripe for the spread of the Ubuntu ideology. We consider the philosophical positions of the Ubuntu Party to be a threat to the preservation of the human species. We must move rapidly to contain this threat and organize a gradated return of Sol to legitimate GTVA authority. GTVI has already prepared a program to absorb and learn from Ubuntu's social engineering projects. The Ubuntu Elders will be socially isolated and gradually discredited. Under the Titan Accords, the governments of Jupiter, Mars and Earth are members of the Galactic Terran Alliance, and bound by their treaty obligations so long as an external threat exists. Lastly see REDACTED. Why is it an illegitimate organization? What is the relationship between the Party and the Federation? What is the Council of Elders? Who are the Fedayeen? What is the UEF's military history? What are the psychological strengths of Federation citizens? What are the weaknesses? What is our strategy against the UEF? What are the potential consequences of a failure to secure Sol? |


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Police and People in London is still the largest and most detailed study of a police force and its relations with the public that has yet been undertaken in Britain. The twenty-three years since its publication has seen a constantly-accelerating rate of change in the legal framework of policing, in the arrangements for democratic accountability of the police, in the technologies involved in crime and policing, in management structures and methods in the police service, in financial control systems imposed by central government and in methods of assessing police performance. Over the same period, crime control has moved from the bottom to the top of the political agenda, leading to increasing pressure on the police to be seen to be effective. Transformations of Policing returns to the central issues discussed in 1983 and considers whether the main conclusions need to be revised in the light of what has happened since. It also reviews areas of debate and research that have emerged more recently and highlights areas of turbulence that are creating fundamentally different patterns from before and raising genuinely new questions.
David J. Smith is Honorary Professor of Criminology at the University of Edinburgh, UK, and Visiting Professor at the London School of Economics and Political Science, UK. Alistair Henry is based in the School of Law at the University of Edinburgh, UK, and a member of the Centre for Law and Society.
'Twenty five years ago Police and People in London was a major landmark in British police research, the most extensive empirical study of a force to be conducted in this country. This collection of essays from distinguished scholars from around the world assesses the changes since then. It provides provocative and informative interpretations, evidence and argument, and will be of interest and value to anyone seeking to understand contemporary policing.' Robert Reiner, London School of Economics and Political Science, UK 'This ambitious volume offers the definitive overview of transformations of policing in England for nearly a quarter of a century, with relevance to both the politics of crime and sociology, thus offering a renewed approach to policing in that country.' Revue de Science Criminelle et de Droit Pénal '...this book contributes high quality, intelligent essays on trajectories of policing. It provides much evidence and considered scholarship to help readers make up their own minds concerning the extent of continuity and change in policing since 1983 and whether the acknowledged changes represent "transformation."' Internet Law Book Reviews 'With all the shifting sands and changing tides, it can be hard to see where policing now stands compared to its position in 1983. This book makes understanding that new position a good deal easier.' British Journal of Criminology '...a collection of thoughtful and insightful papers about key issues in contemporary policing...there is much to be admired and to be grateful for...' The Howard Journal


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Reading Time: 6 min read LKI's Chathuni Pabasara explores issues surrounding intellectual property rights curtailing vaccine development in the global south.
Reading Time: 5 min read LKI's Malinda Meegoda explores the growing global momentum in favour of the Nuclear Ban Treaty and why Sri Lanka should support it by signing the landmark treaty.
Reading Time: 6 min read LKI's Malinda Meegoda discusses avenues that Sri Lanka could make greater investments on inorder to remain as a relevant and credible player in the region.
Reading Time: 6 min read Udeshika Jayasekara, Researcher, Institute of National Security Studies Sri Lanka ,emphasizes why and how Sri Lanka should expand its economy with EU countries.
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Reading Time: 6 min read Dr. Razeen Sally, Visiting Associate Professor, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore reviews the book, "Values in Foreign Policy: Investigating Ideals and Interests".
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Marketing by nonbanks of products and services offered with bank partners is coming under increasing scrutiny that focuses on the potential for consumers to be led to believe that the nonbank is a bank, or is FDIC insured. We discuss recent state and federal regulatory and enforcement developments, including the FDIC's proposed rule addressing false advertising, misuse of the FDIC logo, and misrepresentation of insured status, and state regulators' and federal lawmakers' interest in the issue, and offer takeaways for banks and nonbank partners on what these developments mean for their marketing efforts.
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Myanmar: Mount Popa – Nats Shrine
Before Buddhism consumed Myanmar, it was a polytheistic society believing in nats – multiple human-like deities akin to Greek gods or Christian saints. The nats (a total of 37 of them) actually never got abandoned but rather incorporated into the Burmese Buddhism and pretty much everywhere in Myanmar nats are still worshiped. According to the legend, nats reside on Mount Popa, and a shrine at its foot features all of them as wax-like figures (it's a Myanmar version of Madame Tussauds museum).


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This is a simple comparison of images imported from a Leica M8 into Aperture, Capture One and Lightroom. These sample images are quick test shots taken on the Leica M8 "A" setting with a UV/IR filter fitted on a Summicron 50mm f2.0 lens. Each image was, as best that I recall:
Here are the images reduced to 520px width in Photoshop and saved with sRGB profile embedded.
And here are some cropped images for comparison.
I was surprised by the variation in the results, especially in the "Leaves" shot and in the close-up detail of the "Ball" image.
I would rank my preference as:
I felt that Capture One gave the most consistent rendering of the subject matter. To my eye Lightroom and Aperture both brought in extra tones or pulled back some colours to give a more proprietary rendering. This, of course, could be more to someone else's taste. I thought that the images from Aperture were poor in comparison to Capture One and Lightroom. I also thought that the results from Lightroom were 'punchier', but that I would rather go with Capture One's fidelity and add punch if and where I wanted to.


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Living With Music
An exclusive look at Ralph Ellison's record collection gives new insights into a literary master
Volume CX, No. 2February, 2010
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Three years ago, Local 802 jazz rep Todd Bryant Weeks was given exclusive access to Ralph Ellison's apartment in Manhattan to find a home for Ellison's record collection. The actual records have never before been examined or discussed, until now.
"Art thou troubled? Music will not only calm, it will ennoble thee."
– Ralph Ellison
Of Richard Wagner, Ralph Ellison once wrote that the composer's symphonies were works, "which, by fulfilling themselves as works of art, by being satisfied to deal with life in terms of their own sources of power, were able to give me a broader sense of life and possibility."
Like many artists of his generation Ellison utilized a multidisciplinary approach and drew on music, photography and the fine arts as sources of inspiration and cultural pride.
He saw music as a key to individual expression and the universality of experience and, in his own work, he pointed out the influence and impact of everything from Beethoven to Bessie Smith.
By examining the achievements of many jazz and blues musicians in the context of the Western canon, he broadened the listening audience for these performers, and contributed to their stature as artists of real and lasting significance.
In the summer of 2006, I was given exclusive access to Ellison's Riverside Drive apartment with the express purpose of finding a home for his record collection. (I'm happy to say it now resides in the National Jazz Museum in Harlem).
Ellison was a known audiophile. Based on its contents, his collection appears to have been amassed between the earliest 1930's and the late 1980's.
That day, I found many of the expected items, including the music that Ellison wrote about so passionately – that of Charlie Christian, Mahalia Jackson and cante flamenco, among others.
But there were also many revelations: a truly varied range of 17th to 20th century classical, pop items, spoken word, and much more.
All in all, there are about 500 individual pieces in the collection, 125 of which are 78 r.p.m. records.
Ellison, who was born in Oklahoma City, originally intended to become a classical composer.
He came up during the emergence of big band jazz, and experienced many legendary performers first hand: King Oliver, Ida Cox, Louis Armstrong, Walter Page's Blue Devils, Fletcher Henderson, and Bennie Moten.
Under the tutelage of Zelia N. Breaux at Frederick Douglass High School, he studied harmony and played the trumpet in the school orchestra.
As a student of William L. Dawson at the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama, he had direct access to original Prokofiev scores.
Later, he was to study with Wallingford Rieger in New York City.
All of this activity predated his career as a writer, but we know, from an extensive body of essays and interviews, that it informed his thinking.
Ellison wrote about the emotions that music engendered in him as a young man, recalling "certain needs for other forms of transcendence and identification which I could only associate with classical music" – here citing Schumann, among others.
Those feelings and associations were later folded into his writing, including what many have called the preeminent American novel, "Invisible Man."
Indeed, Louis Armstrong's 1929 recording of the Waller-Razaf-Brooks tune "(What Did I Do to Be So) Black and Blue" is an indelible feature of that book's prologue.
Ellison was to champion Armstrong throughout his literary career, even when it became unpopular to do so.
Much has been written about Ellison and music, and there is too little space here to review this fascinating subject in detail.
To the extent that any person's tastes determine his or her actual outlook, and given that we all have "artifacts" in our homes, sometimes arbitrarily acquired, the Ellison sound collection is a necessarily subjective take on the man and his inner world.
As a cultured member of an intellectual elite at the peak of their influence in the 1960's, Ellison obviously took an interest in "deep" music.
His collection sports the popular albums of Glenn Gould's Bach performances, and these and other selections indicate that he was influenced by the Baroque fad that started during that decade.
But his broad palette is perhaps more accurately represented by 20th century works like Berg's "Wozzeck," Charpentier's "Louise" or Duke Ellington's "Flaming Sword."
Here I found records featuring the divas Bidu Sayo, Joan Sutherland, Leontyne Price and Kathleen Ferrier, signifying an abiding interest in the great female singers – but Ellison seems not to have been an opera buff.
The collection does tend towards the thinking man's classical repertory, mostly German (Brahms played by the Berlin Philharmonic and conducted by Furtwangler, etc).
Recordings of Barber, Lutoslawski, Schoenberg, and Roy Harris indicate an interest in more contemporary classical styles.
Works by Britten (tied to Russian players like Rostropovich and Richter) and copies of William Walton's "Façade" and Michael Tippett's "Knot Garden" suggest an Anglophile streak.
The flamenco recordings were there, though not as many as one would expect, since cante flamenco was a flag that Ellison flew high.
Ellison, who once referred to the dancer Escudero as being able to "recapitulate the entire history and spirit of the Spanish dance with a simple arabesque of his fingers," reviewed a three volume Westminster anthology of cante flamenco recordings for the Saturday Review in 1954, in which he characterized flamenco as a "most useful and needed…gift to the West." The Westminster LP's, incidentally, were there, but only volumes I and II.
Then there were the jazz, blues, pop and spoken word records.
A predominance of Ellington indicates a true reverence for the maestro. Almost a quarter of all the recordings in the collection are by the Ellington band, or some subset thereof (Johnny Hodges, Rex Stewart, et al).
Original 78 recordings of several Ellington classics from the early 1940's were all well played, suggesting that the writer's fascination with Ellington may have peaked during the Blanton-Webster period of 1940 to 1942.
During my visit to the Ellison apartment, I was directed to a back bedroom, which held a box containing dozens of 78's and several reel-to-reel tapes.
A Black Swan disc of "Kissin' Daddy"/"Go Get It" by the blues diva Inez Wallace with a Fletcher Henderson accompaniment was cracked and unplayable.
I also discovered an Ethel Waters' recording of "No Man's Mama"/"Shake That Thing," indicating that Ellison was no prude – these more racy blues were part of a group of novelty items that included the black vaudevillian Bert Williams' "Elder Eatmore" sermons, records by Dusty Fletcher ("Open the Door Richard, Parts 1 and 2") and Johnny Temple and the Harlem Hamfats' recording of "Hoodoo Women"/"Give Me Some of That Yum Yum"!
The Southwestern Swing which Ellison discussed at length in his collection of essays, "Shadow and Act" (1964) was less well represented.
The commensurate Basie items were present, and there were a few notable anthologies of groups such as Harland Leonard and his Rockets and the great Bennie Moten Orchestra – but platters featuring the big bands of Andy Kirk or George E. Lee were few and far between, and the solo work of Mary Lou Williams was here in a sole Moe Asch 78 ("St Louis Blues"/"Lullaby of the Leaves").
Ellison had an uneasy relationship with modern jazz, but bop records included several by Bud Powell and multiple discs by Milt Jackson, Thelonious Monk, and James Moody.
Ornette Coleman's "Free Jazz: A Collective Improvisation" and "The Shape of Jazz to Come" were on his list. These records were controversial in the late 1950's – and topical.
There were only about a dozen Louis Armstrong items in the bunch, suggesting that privately, despite his public stance, the novelist's tastes may have begun to morph with the times; black Americans did not embrace Armstrong in the 1950's and 1960's.
Not surprisingly, one of the Armstrong discs was a 45 of the 1964 number one hit "Hello, Dolly."
There were other, more curious things, some of a personal nature.
There were 78's by Georgia Gibbs, the Ray-O-Vacs (a semi obscure 1950's R & B group) and an LP of Amalia Rodriguez, the Portuguese queen of Fado.
There were two copies of the LP "Eric Burdon and War: The Black Man's Burden," a record of "Fifes and Drums of Williamsburg," and a Forum Records LP, "Guess Who's Comin' Home: The Black Fighting Man Recorded Live in Vietnam."
One of the reel-to-reels I found there may be a home recording of the writer's mother-in-law.
Others reels were unlabeled, and invite further research.
What do these artifacts say about Ralph Ellison?
In the most general sense, I believe they contributed to his distinctly pluralistic viewpoint, and were behind his marked insistence that, apart from our race, we each of us must identify as Americans first and foremost.
But, to quote the collector:
"…[I]n the swift change of American society in which the meanings of one's origin are so quickly lost, one of the chief values of living with music lies in its power to give us an orientation in time. In doing so, it gives significance to all those indefinable aspects of experience which nevertheless help to make us what we are. In the swift whirl of time music is a constant, reminding us of what we were and of that towards which we aspire. Art thou troubled? Music will not only calm, it will ennoble thee."
Todd Bryant Weeks is the jazz rep at Local 802. His 2008 book "Luck's In My Corner: The Life and Music of Hot Lips Page," recently won a certificate of merit from the Association for Recorded Sound Collections.
Russell Platt and David Schengold contributed to this article.
- The Italian conductor Argeo Quadri conducting Ottorino Respighi's "Fountains of Rome" and "Pines of Rome" with the orchestra of the Vienna State Opera
- Pharaoh Sanders's album "Deaf Dumb and Blind"
- Two sermons from the Reverend C.L. Franklin: "Hosiah the Prophet" and "Gomer the Prostitute"
- James Baldwin reading from "Giovanni's Room" and "Another Country"
- The 1958 album: "Duke Ellington's Spacemen: Cosmic Scene"
- The Russian pianist Sviatoslav Richter performing an all-Beethoven program at Carnegie Hall
- The 1911 comic opera "The Knight of the Rose" ("Der Rosenkavalier") by Richard Strauss
- The original New York cast recording of the 1943 Broadway musical "Carmen Jones"


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