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The French Laundry Cookbook
by Thomas Keller with Susie Heller and Michael Ruhlman, 1999, Artisan
Côte de Boeuf
1 double-cut rib steak (about 2 to 2 1/2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Canola oil
4 tablespoons (2 ounces) unsalted butterBordelaise Sauce
1 cup red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon
1/3 cup sliced shallots
1/2 cup sliced carrots
1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
10 sprigs Italian parsley
2 sprigs thyme
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons sliced garlic
6 black peppercorns
1 cup Veal StockPommes Anna
10 pitted prunes
1 cup Chicken Stock
1 tablespoon minced shallots
Gray salt
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
6 tablespoons Clarified Butter, melted
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepperChanterelle Mushrooms
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 generous cup (3 ounces) chanterelle mushrooms,
washed, stems peeled, and cut into 1-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Thyme sprigs
Ask the butcher for a double-cut rib steak, or côte de boeuf. Request that it be trimmed of excess fat, that the bone be "frenched", or scraped clean, and that the meat be tied with string to help it hold its shape during cooking. I season this meat – as I do any large cut of meat to be served rare to
medium-rare – a day before cooking so that the salt has time to penetrate into the flesh and intensify the flavor. Sprinkle all sides of the steak liberally with salt and pepper.
Place on a plate and refrigerate for 1 day to allow the flavors to develop. One hour before cooking, remove the meat from the refrigerator. (It is important that beef or lamb be brought to room temperature before cooking. If the meat is cold, the cooking time will be increased and the outside will be overcooked by the time the inside reaches its proper temperature.)
For the Bordelaise Sauce: In a medium saucepan, bring the wine, vegetables, parsley, thyme, bay leaf, and garlic to a simmer, and simmer until almost all of the liquid has evaporated. Add the peppercorns and veal stock and simmer for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the stock is reduced to a sauce consistency (about 1/2 cup). Strain the sauce through a fine mesh strainer into a small saucepan. This sauce can be refrigerated for 2 to 3 days.
For the Pommes Anna: Place the prunes and chicken stock in a small saucepan. The prunes should be just covered with liquid. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the liquid has evaporated and the prunes are very soft. Remove the prunes to a cutting board and finely chop them. Add the shallots and gray salt to taste.
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Peel the potatoes and trim into cylinders that are 1 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter. Using a mandoline, cut the potatoes into 1/16-inch slices.
Place the slices in a bowl of cold water for a minute to remove some of the starch, then drain and dry the slices on paper towels. Put 2 tablespoons of the clarified butter in an 8-inch ovenproof non-stick skillet. Place a slice of potato in the center of the pan. Lay more potato slices around the edge of the pan, overlapping them by half, until you have completely circled the pan. Continue with another overlapping circle of potatoes inside the first. When the entire bottom of the pan is covered, sprinkle a little kosher salt and pepper over the
potatoes and repeat the process to form a second layer.
Spread half of the prune mixture over the potatoes, leaving a 1/2-inch border all around. Work carefully to avoid moving the potatoes around too much. Make another two layers of potatoes, seasoning the first layer with salt and pepper, and spread the remaining prune mixture over them, again leaving a border. Cover the prunes with a final two layers of seasoned potatoes.
Pour the remaining 1/4 cup clarified butter over the potatoes and place the skillet over medium-low heat. Once the butter begins to bubble, cook for 3 to 4 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally to be sure that the potatoes are not sticking. Use a spoon to gently shape the top and sides of the potato cake, keeping the prune filling from leaking out.
Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are well browned and crisp. Invert the potato cake onto a board or serving platter. The potato cake can be made a few hours ahead and set aside at room temperature in the skillet. Reheat in a 450-degree F. oven for about 10 minutes, or until sizzling hot.
For the steak: While the potatoes are cooking, pat the meat dry (it won't sear well if it is wet) and wrap the bone in aluminum foil to prevent it from burning.
Heat 1/8 inch of canola oil in a heavy ovenproof pan over high heat. Add the steak and sear it for 4 to 5 minutes, or until it is dark brown and crusty on the bottom. Flip the steak and brown the second side for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour off most of the oil and add the butter to the pan. Place the pan in
the oven and roast for about 5 minutes. Baste the meat with the butter and pan juice, turn the steak over, and sprinkle with salt.
Continue to cook, basting every 5 minutes, for a total of about 20 to 25 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 115 degree F. for rare meat. Another way to determine if the meat is cooked is to pierce the meat in the center with a cold knife or metal skewer and leave it there for 45 seconds. Hold
the tip to your lip; if it is warm, the meat is done. Remove from the oven and let the meat rest in the pan for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, for the chanterelle mushrooms: Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and slightly "toasty" around the edges and any liquid has evaporated.
To complete: Rewarm the sauce over low heat. Remove the string from the steak. Slice the meat against the grain into 1/4-inch slices. Overlap the slices on the serving plates and place a wedge of the Potatoes Anna along-side. (There will be enough potatoes for seconds.) Arrange the chanterelle
mushrooms over the steak and spoon some sauce over the top. Garnish with thyme sprigs.
Makes 2 to 3 generous servings.
Wine Pairings
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Sweethandi starts operations finally . When we heard the concept we were happy . Abhirup has been a friend for the past almost 15 years, though it seems like yesterday. Not getting into the personal bonding for the last 15 years (which may too get personal here), we were extremely happy when Abhirup shared his business idea and plan with us .
It was last december and as always Abhirup played hide n seek in meeting me and then all of a sudden he appears with all ideas about Sweethandi . Anything new , any business related to food excites us (madhushree and I) and somehow we also got involved in his dream in a small capacity .
Delays are but natural when govt regulations are existent. Discounting that delay, in godspeed he delivered sweethandi . Sweet Handi will deliver kolkata sweets across India . Just like a newborn, its geolimit is restricted now until it matures to take care of itself on its own. Then Abhirup plans to go international. Sweethandi has tied up with premium sweet retailers in Kolkata like Ganguram, Mouchak and Mithai .
Abhirup has partnered with Monali Basu, who also like Abhirup has been an erstwhile Human Resource Professional and entrepreneurs at heart. They personally track the orders, procures, packs (eye witness to this) and couriers the sweets . Fedex plays the official cargo partner and pikturenama also has a role to play . Yes Pikturenama is the official blogger for sweethandi and the food photographer.
Any beginning is auspicious and Shankh (Conch shell) has got an important role to play . We also start with this theme based styling for Shankh Shondesh . Keeping in mind the auspicious theme we literally called up our neighbors and relatives at odd hours in the night to get the props . Shoot till 2 AM as thats the best time when Tugga goes off to sleep . Thats not the end of the story . Madhushree and Tugga had a train to catch early in the morning . Let us know how you like the pictures .
The Sankh Sondesh shown here is from Nalin Chandra Das – the latest tie up for sweethandi . Stay tuned for details on that .
Heres wishing all the luck to sweethandi . Have you placed the orders yet ?


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The Ragamala Dance Company is coming back to the Arts Centre at NYU Abu Dhabi next month, bringing its multidisciplinary show Written in Water to the Red Theatre, a co-commission of the Arts Centre. The show, which will take place on March 21 and 22, will also be its Middle East Premiere.
After featuring in the Arts Centre's first season in 2015, the Bharatanatyam company returns with an entrancing show – an exploration of the Indian board game Paramapadam and the 12th-century Sufi poem The Conference of the Birds, which was partially developed in residence at NYUAD. Paramapadam is an early version of the board game snakes and ladders, which will be presented on stage through digital projection.
Conceived and choreographed by artistic co-directors Ranee Ramaswamy and Aparna Ramaswamy with music by Amir ElSaffar, the show offers a splendid spectacle as dancers navigate large-scale projections of snakes and ladders and original paintings by Chennai-based visual artist Keshav and Minneapolis artist Nathan Christopher.
Leading the musical ensemble is composer Amir ElSaffar – another returning artist to the Arts Centre – who brings a distinct amalgam of Iraqi maqam and South Indian Carnatic music. The show has been well received. The Minneapolis Star Tribune called the work "truly magical", while the Tallahassee Democrat wrote: "Written in Water unfolded like a dream – a feast for the eyes, ears and heart".
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Bill Bragin, executive artistic director at the Arts Centre at NYUAD, said: "When Ragamala performed in our inaugural season as our first dance presentation, it created such a tremendous response we immediately had to add a show to meet the demand. Audiences had a rapturous reaction to Ragamala's gorgeous combination of deeply rooted classical Bharatanatyam and their contemporary approach to presenting the work.
While at NYUAD, they brought together Written in Water's creative collaborators for the first time to explore the piece in an important early workshop. We're thrilled to welcome the company back to present a piece that has been touring with Abu Dhabi's imprimatur to wide acclaim."
Written in Water by Ragamala Dance Company will perform at the Red Theatre at NYUAD on Wednesday, 21 and Saturday, March 22 at 8pm. For information, go to www.nyuad-artscenter.org


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John is the creative director and owner of TrueOutput: based in Waterford city.
A multi-faceted designer whose work encompasses strategy, design and technology with projects spanning the design of brand identity, print, product, packaging, environments, digital and moving image. He brings experience from working in London and Ireland for national and international clients, from FTSE 100 companies and SME's to individuals. Brand experience includes the recent launch of Waterford Whisky and work with Adidas, BBC, Microsoft, Radisson, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, Severstal Steel & Ballymaloe Cookery School. A selection of local clients include Waterford Distillery, Ardkeen Quality Foodstore, Trade Coffee, Seagull Bakery, Waterford Gallery of Art (WGOA), The Irish Silver Museum, JHills Standard, Inkel Health, Carters, Rojo Architects, DHB Architects, Edition and Central Arts,
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Suspected Boko Haram members attack JTF officers in Yobe
Armed gunmen believed to be members of Islamic sect Boko Haram on Monday night attacked security forces on patrol around Ngelzarma town of Fune Local Government area in Yobe state.
Sanusi Rufai, the State Commissioner of Police, confirmed the incursion, adding that he was yet to receive a full brief on the incident.
He further stated that a team has been dispatched to the town to immediately begin investigation.
A source living close to the area where the assault took place in a telephone chat with DailyPost, disclosed that a soldier and at least three civilians were shot dead. He said the assailants on sighting the security officers, shot sporadically at them.
The soldiers however repelled the offensive after hours on heavy gun duel.
The source also affirmed that the insurgents set ablaze a nearby market and some residential buildings, using improvised explosive devices, IEDs.
Already, the area is under surveillance to prevent further attacks, while movement in and out of the town is currently being monitored by the military and other security agents.
Ngelzarma is a small settlement, 45 kilometers west of Damaturu, Yobe state capital.


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My name is Lisa Gutierrez-Haley. I am a psychic/medium and I specialize in demonic and property exorcisms and cleansing. Of course I do everything else to, but mainly I deal with the dark elements of the paranormal. I wanted share a story of the first time I tricked my husband into helping me with a property exorcism. It still makes me giggle a little to this day.
My husband was once a Marine and a cop and detective. He did these various jobs for years. He's intelligent and a fact seeker. He felt that because of his experiences, and training he could rationally find answers to every situation. He also believed that "Ghosts don't exist". Well, that is until he met me. Then his world changed. Being around me because I am always surrounded by spirits, if you are close enough to me you will also be subject to paranormal activity. Being that I married him, I dragged him deep into the world of spirit encounters. At first it was surreal for him and very unnerving, and freaky. But over time he adjusted and accepted the fact that it really does exist and he could not deny it existence anymore. Due to his one on one experiences on a daily basis he became a true believer. Well, I admit he didn't have much of a choice being around me. He encountered and still encounters many of the spirits that are always around me. So do the few visitors we allow in our home.
But to get to my story. I had a simple case. It was a property exorcism. A family home was being sold and the old owners wanted to remove the bad spirit that had tortured their family their entire life in that home. The daughter that was in charge of selling the house wanted to make sure it would be safe for the new owners that were moving in. Especially because they had children. She didn't want the new family to deal with all the horrors her family encountered for years. It had scared her family deeply.
My client the home owner who was selling the place explained how they could feel such evil in the house. And how it made the family ill throughout their entire life growing up in the house. It would taunt and scare the family and it caused great discord. It caused the family great emotional harm and an abusive atmosphere. But the home owner also said she felt a kind presences as well at the foot of her bed at night. That presence made her feel safe when it was present. The negativity was overwhelming and spread amongst the family, causing great discord and abuse and great unhappiness and fear. She didn't want the new owners to go through what her family went through.
I arrived at the home with my husband in tow. I immediately felt three spirits and the dark heaviness that overcame the home with such negativity and the feeling of despair. One very evil and two very gentle spirits. The two gentle spirits were being tortured and taunted by the evil spirit. It was obvious that a property exorcism would have to be performed along with a cleansing and house blessing.
The two gentle spirits were one named Rosemary. Rosemary was an older woman. Very kind and loving. She was a motherly type women meaning nobody harm. She feared the evil spirit. The other was a young boy spirit names Tommy. He was a boy about 7 to 9 years old. Rosemary protected him as best she could from the evil spirit. The boy spirits only memory of being alive was running scared through the woods lost and alone then darkness. He didn't really know his real name or anything about himself. He gave himself the name Tommy. Though Rosemary and Tommy were not related they became a family to each. They constantly were running and hiding from the evil spirit. They feared they evil spirit. All they ever wanted was peace in the home and to be left alone by the evil spirit.
I promised both Tommy and Rosemary I would give them peace from the evil spirit and a choice as well; they could either go to the light or I would give them sanctuary with me.
My first task was of course removing the evil spirit which dwell within this home. I started the property exorcism. I warned my husband whom I had video taping to never go ahead of me. When doing a property exorcism you push the spirit from room to room until you push it out. As I was doing the one room my husband went ahead of me into the next room. Of course he was forewarned not to do this. But of course he didn't listen. As I was performing the exorcism in the room next to the one he was in, I heard my husband give out a big scream.
As I knew would happen the evil spirit pushed into the room he was in. I asked my husband what had happened. With the look of shear terror on his face he told me as he was filming the room a face jumped out of the wall at him. He was lucky enough to catch it on the video. Though I warned him in advance not to get ahead of me his ego got the best of him, and in turn he was taught a lesson. Though at the time, I was pissed at him for not listening, I know giggle when I remember his scream and shear terror look on his face. Needless to say I can not get him to go on another case without begging and promising he can stay with the clients from now on. But it also taught him a lesson in never underestimate the power of a spirit.
I of course finished the exorcism and cleansed the house and blessed it. The home felt new the evil spirit was gone and the home recharged with good energy. A year later the house is still clear and new home owners are very happy. The old home owner who sold the house felt such a relief and closure her life improved and she was able to let go of the scares that house had given her. She moved on to a better place in her life.
As for the two gentle spirits Rosemary and Tommy, they made the choice not to go to the light. They took sanctuary with me. They have become part of the spirit family I have in my home. Where I will always protect and keep them safe until the day they are ready to cross over.
They are a wonderful addition to our spirit family. But we had to make some adjustments because of Rosemary. It seems that Rosemary believes you can never have enough spice or salt in your food. So we used to keep our salt and spices on the counter in our kitchen. But because of Rosemary we had to put them in the cabinets out of her reach. Otherwise Rosemary seems to find away to dump additional spices and salt in our food, and she never put the spices back where they belong. So to avoid her over spicing and not putting things back we have had to put away our spices and salts.
Tommy and Rosemary every night come into my bedroom and sit at the foot of the bed. Sometimes you can hear them whisper and giggle. But I know they are happy now. The old home owner is better and she has healed; and the new owners of the home have a happy life in their new home. Most of all I can remember the time my husband was taught a lesson and we gained two new spirit family members. It was a great day at work that day, one of many.


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Although I was speaking freely about my experiences at Secret Hideaways, I really didn't tell my whole story. Suddenly, I was overcome with a feeling of telling too much, over revealing and dry snitching on real life events. I started thinking about what people would think if they read that blog and realized that I was talking about them, if they would come after me in social media because they felt 'exposed'. Instead, I opened up everyone's curiosity about it. I was getting questions like 'is that story true?' and 'is that place real?' & when I answered with a resounding YES, everyone was in awe. It felt good to share a rare experience with those who never had the opportunity. This newfound feeling allowed me to be free to tell some more and I do hope you enjoy the ride along with me.
Let's proceed!
The last thing I told you I was doing was having an orgasm while my ex boyfriend's fingers were deep in my pussy while sitting next to his wife who was pretending to be unbothered; we knew she was. She was trying to engross herself with a very sexy couple sitting across from us but they were more entertained by the display my ex and I were putting on than any cries for attention the wife was begging for. After I came, I was ready to do something with the couple across from us but my ex wanted more from me. His wife then tried to get his attention by pulling his fingers out of my pussy to lick my juices off of them in a desperate attempt to join in. I was turned off by the whole scene and I had no real need to reminisce in that way so I got up, walked up to the sexy couple and initiated a threesome. Pussy and dick joined together and I was on my knees sucking both of them vigorously. Her pussy tasted like strawberries and his cum was incredibly creamy. When it was my turn to get sucked and fucked, they gave me their ALL! Everyone that was watching saw and felt every orgasm with me...well, let me correct that.
Of course, my ex and his wife made it clear that they were not happy with that outcome. All of a sudden, jealousy and loyalties were being questioned. I guess it was okay for him to fuck random pussy rather than him stroking his way down memory lane with pussy he's enjoyed before. He got mad that he didn't get to fuck me and she got mad that he wanted to fuck me so badly; both of them got to watch me get fucked better than I would ever have dreamed of. I certainly was happy how things turned out.
I actually spent the rest of the night with that couple. The whole experience was sexually thrilling and....dare I say....free! They were my sexual gods and I prayed at their alter all night long. The deep dick strokes, the throbbing pussy licks and the tongue to nipple massages allowed me to have continuous orgasms and even when I was totally drained, I craved to continue the cypher.
I've never felt this type of freedom before, the decadence of it begs me to ride it, take it in deep inside of me and ride it till I have multiple orgasms on it. It tongue fucks my pussy hard and touches my G spot every time. I know I said I wasn't completely into this new lifestyle but my pussy is having her own thoughts...and right now I want her to lead the way!
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New piece added to Banbury's puzzle club
Now it is seeking to expand and is teaming up with the Royal Voluntary Service at Banbury's Cornhill Centre on Wednesday, March 7 to give people a sneak peak of what the club has to offer.
The St Hugh's Church-based club was devised by Sue Riches after she realised the enjoyment and solving puzzles brought to both young and old.
Since then the club has amassed 100 members who pay just £2 per month to rent jigsaws and other puzzles during their once a month meetings.
The club also gained national recognition from renowned British jigsaw puzzle maker Wentworth who donated puzzles to the club and collaborated with them to create a Ban- bury Canal Day jigsaw in three separate sizes.
The meeting at the Cornhill Centre is part of RVS's 'First Time for Everything' campaign, sponsored by Prudential and will allow people to have a go at a puzzle, try and win a bespoke Banbury Canal Day Puzzle and enjoy a hot drink.
The event runs from 10 until 1.30pm. To book a place call centre manager Steve Kilsby on 01295 264214 or turn up on the day.


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After less than three years in Chicago, a former Bravo Best New Restaurant is no more. Dolce Italian, the River North expansion of the popular Miami original, closed last week on the ground floor of The Godfrey Chicago hotel to make room for a lobby expansion and private event space, a representative and staffers say. It was helmed by the popular New York-based group LDV Hospitality.
The restaurant space on the corner of W. Huron Street and N. LaSalle Drive will become public communal space as well as "Godfrey Dining and Special Events," according to a news release. Look for it to open sometime this spring and seat 150 diners or have room for 300 cocktailers to complement the popular I/O Godfrey on the fourth floor.
Dolce Italian Chicago opened in May 2015 with chef Andrew Deuel running the kitchen, although another noteworthy chef — Danny Grant, who had just moved up from Miami — helped with the opening before moving on to helm Maple & Ash. It served modern upscale Italian food, pastas, brunch with bottomless cocktails, and more to hotel guests and downtown eaters. Business at the restaurant appeared to have slipped in recent months, which, coupled with perpetually booming crowds and event bookings at I/O upstairs, made the move sensible for the hotel. Its Miami restaurant remains open.


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What Is the Families First Coronavirus Response Act? Here's Everything You Need to Know
In March, most U.S. schools (and many childcare facilities) made the swift and necessary decision to close their doors and send kids home to shelter in place with their families. Now, with the new school year quickly approaching, families have to make some pretty tough decisions regarding school and daycare. What if their child's school closes because of an outbreak? What if their child's daycare still hasn't reopened? What if they or their child begins showing COVID-19 symptoms and can't go to work or school?
In an attempt to address these and many similar questions, the Department of Labor enacted the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. This act ensures that parents dealing with COVID-related issues can still be paid even if they aren't able to report to work. Here's what you need to know about the act, what is covered, and who is eligible to receive benefits.
Related: What You Need to Know Before You or Your Kids Get COVID-19
What Is the Families First Coronavirus Response Act?
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) provides qualified employees with paid leave benefits if they are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, caring for a household member who is experiencing symptoms, or because their child's school or daycare is closed for reasons related to coronavirus. The act was put into effect on April 2, 2020, not long after schools and childcare providers throughout the U.S. closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. With many schools and daycares in the process of reopening, however, it's important that families are familiar with the FFCRA should they need it.
What Does the Families First Coronavirus Response Act Cover?
There are two main categories of leave covered by the FFCRA – sick leave and family and medical leave. Qualified employees are eligible for two weeks (up to 80 hours total) of paid sick leave at their full rate of pay if they are unable to work because they've been instructed to quarantine, or they are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms and actively seeking medical care. Employees may also be eligible for two weeks (up to 80 hours total) of paid sick leave at two-thirds their regular pay rate if they are caring for an individual who is under quarantine or if their child's school or daycare is closed for COVID-related reasons.
The second category is an amendment to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) that provides employees with up to 10 weeks of paid leave at two-thirds the employee's regular pay rate if they are unable to work in order to care for a child whose school or daycare is closed due to COVID-19. This is in contrast to traditional FMLA, which is typically unpaid and requires 12 months of employment for eligibility.
Related: The Pandemic May Have Long-Term Effects on Our Kids' Mental Health
Who Is Eligible For the Families First Coronavirus Response Act?
All full-time and part-time employees of covered employers are eligible for the two weeks of paid sick leave, but only those who have been with a company for 30 days or more are eligible for the additional paid family leave. Per the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, a "covered employer" includes most businesses with fewer than 500 employees, though businesses with fewer than 50 employees may be eligible for an exemption.
How Do I Take Advantage of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act?
If you are experiencing a situation that you believe falls under the FFCRA eligibility guidelines, it is recommended that you speak with your employer (the HR department would be a good place to start) as soon as possible to alert them to the reason for your leave and how long you may be absent from work. Under the act, employees must provide their employer with information on the dates of their leave, how long they plan to be absent, the name of their child's school or child care provider (if applicable), and other pertinent information as necessary. Currently, the FFCRA is in effect through December 31, 2020.


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The Bay League champion Palos Verdes baseball team's 4-1 first-round loss at home to Damien in the CIF Division II playoffs might have been the most shocking result early in the playoffs. Palos Verdes finished second last year in the Bay League and made a run to the
But the team managed just one hit against Damien. They had runners
reach base via walks and errors, but the entire lineup went into a one-day slump.
"We had base runners, we just couldn't get a clutch hit and we made
base running mistakes," Palos Verdes coach Evan Fujinaga said.
The whole game was uncharacteristic for Palos Verdes, which made four errors after being solid in the field most of the year.
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Join Dorothy and her friends from Oz at the Bethlehem Area Public Library on Saturday, when DeSales University senior theater majors will recreate the characters' magical journey to the land of Oz.
The actors from the show currently being staged at the University's Labuda Center for the Performing Arts in Center Valley will make the L. Frank Baum's classic tale come to life.
Dorothy, the Cowardly Lion, the Tin Woodsman, the Scarecrow, Glinda the Good and Wicked Witch of the West will do dramatic readings from the "Wizard of Oz" during the free performance which will be followed by an art activity. Recommended for age 4 and up.
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After the release of her sophomore studio album Heart on My Sleeve in May, Ella Mai is keeping the music coming with a new song and collaboration. The "Boo'd Up" singer announced her latest single "Keeps on Fallin" and it features legendary singer, songwriter and producer, Babyface.
A snippet of the new love song surfaced over the weekend, when Babyface shared a couple videos of the duo working together in the studio.
"I've listened to what you've written and your melodies and I love your voice," the 12-time Grammy winner said to Mai in a clip dated March 11, 2021. "Initially we can start and kinda see where it goes. 'Cause I have to figure out — whatever it is, I have to figure out how I can get in there and how I could fit."
In a follow up video, which shows the pair listening to the new track, Babyface requests Mai's opinion of the song asking, "What does this say? Is this love?"
While bobbing her head in what seems to be approval of the music, Mai simply responds, "I think so."
Babyface boasts a long resume of songs produced for iconic hip-hop and R&B artists such as Bobby Brown, TLC, Beyoncé, Usher, Toni Braxton and many, many more.
In 2015, the 64-year-old producer released the album, Return of the Tender Lover, his eighth studio project which pays homage to the 1989 classic album, Tender Lover.
"Keeps on Fallin" by Ella Mai and Babyface is expected Friday, June 17.
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Mental health – an important issue that might be overlooked during the pandemic
COVID-19 is largest pandemic for over a century. Its effects have spread around the world, profoundly impacting every sector.
It has affected everyone's way of life, but not just physical health. Mental health has also become a significant issue.
Spokesperson for the Department of Mental Health, Apichat Jariyavilas, has talked about how social distancing measures have impacted people's level of anxiety, even after lockdown measures have been relaxed.
"It was very new for people all over the world, and no one expect it. One of the problems is that people suddenly had to change their way of life, and it has dramatically affected people's state of mind. Anxiety and worry about the economy, society and health have led to stress. People need to adjust to ways with which they may not be familiar."
"What we have done is attempt to increase people's understanding about the problem, how to live and how to protect themselves. When people understand how to keep themselves or each other safe, I believe it reduces tensions in society."
Apichat added that, at the same time, we have seen people adjust very quickly, such as the widespread use of face masks, hand sanitizer and social distancing.
Clinical psychologist, Akaluck Wong-apai, from Srithanya Hospital, claims that he has seen a significant increase in patients walking into the hospital to see specialists.
"There was an increase in patients after state lockdown."
"At first, many people presented in a highly stressed condition, mainly due to the lack of reliable information, and did not know how to deal with their anxiety. After more information from the government become available, there developed a better understanding of how to live under the new circumstances."
Akaluck said that access to reliable information is the most important factor for everyone.
Experts say that, although most people found it difficult at first, they have managed to adjust to the new normal. People who are still having a hard time need to seek expert help, to prevent any adverse psychological effects of the pandemic leading to something more serious.
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Payday loans go by many names, including cash advances, bad credit cash advance loans, payday advances, payroll advances, paycheck advances and deferred deposit loans. Whatever you call them, it can't be argued that they're helpful as a short term loan until the next time you get paid. When unexpected expenses pop up, like car repair costs, doctor's bills or other fees, a cash advance can help bridge the gap between paychecks.
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David Helfand, president and CEO of Equity Commonwealth (NYSE: EQC), joined REIT.com for a CEO Spotlight video interview at REITWorld 2014: NAREIT's Annual Convention for All Things REIT at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis.
Equity Commonwealth is one of the largest commercial office REITs in the United States. In May 2014, a new board of trustees and management team were appointed to lead the company, formerly known as CommonWealth REIT, including Sam Zell as board chairman.


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Nigerian Award-winning Afrobeats artist, Oluwatosin Ajibade, popularly known as Mr Eazi , has raised $20 million for his Africa Music Fund (AMF) to invest in the careers of African music talents.
Eazi revealed this in a statement issued to CNN.
According to him, the lead investor is 88mph, a company that provides capital for African businesses.
Through the AMF, the 29-year-old artist from Nigeria says he wants to create a new funding model for the music business on the continent.Mr. Eazi says one of his primary motivations for funding music is to provide financial support for artists to expand their catalog.Many investors and financial institutions don't understand the business of music and as a result, are unable to properly fund musicians, he says.
"Artists cannot go to banks to get money for their music because financial institutions don't understand how to secure intellectual property. They get it for physical properties but not for music. So, because not a lot of people understand the music business, there is no finance product for musicians," he explained.
Selected artists will be given funding depending on their revenue and projected incomes, using metrics such as streaming revenue, Mr. Eazi told CNN.
"For artists who already have footprints in the industry, we will just do our research. We can check how much they are earning or likely to earn from their streaming revenue, for example," he explained.
Artists will be given funds upfront based on their revenue to expand their music content. The initial advance invested in an artist's music will be paid back in installments as the artist's earnings start to rise, he added.
Mr. Eazi, who has more than five million monthly listeners on Spotify says the AMF will also create access to a larger audience for music acts by helping them find and book shows as well as distribute their music.
"Let's say we have a two-year contract with someone. In those two years, we will be their representative, helping them manage their music, and as they grow we will be deducting the initial investment from their earnings," he explained.
Mr. Eazi says his parent company emPawa Africa in partnership with music technology company Vydia will be launching Cinch Distro, a music distribution platform for new artists.Through Cinch Distro, artists can upload one song to major music stores for 500 naira (about $1.19), or 4000 naira (about $10) for unlimited song uploads.
"The way it works is that they register on the platform and make their music. It has an AI-based tech that will filter their possible revenue based on the number of streams they get on the platform alongside a couple of other metrics," he said.
"The artists basically use the platform to distribute their music and we monitor their progress. That way we can make data-backed decisions about who to invest in," he added.
The AMF is not Mr. Eazi's first venture into investing in music and musicians on the continent.In 2018, he launched emPawa Africa, an incubator program that provided artists with funding and resources to market their music, access radio and TV airplay, and train them to become independent music entrepreneurs.
Through emPawa, some of the continent's biggest artists like Nigeria's Joeboy and Ghana's J. Derobie were discovered.
Additionally, Mr. Eazi says he wants to contribute to creating a music industry where Africans are the owners of their own content and intellectual property.The biggest players in the African music industry are not from Africa, he said. As a result, he wants to create a space for music stars on the continent to become a significant part of the industry."I want to look back and be fulfilled knowing that I contributed to getting African equity participation in the music infrastructure that has been built on the continent."


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Cabinets are one of the most integral and functional aspects of any kitchen. They make your kitchen appear more organized and put-together by offering proper space to store kitchen items. Since most kitchens are majorly dominated by cabinets, it's more than important to maintain their outlook and appearance. So, this makes cabinet installation or replacement a huge part of the total kitchen renovation cost, making homeowners wonder about the exact cost of redoing kitchen cabinets.
Kitchen cabinets come in a variety of styles ranging from contemporary to open-faced, ultra-modern ones. Even though they are typically constructed using solid wood, many kinds of engineered woods are often incorporated into the design, giving it a more personalized look. Moreover, this also greatly helps your kitchen design to seamlessly blend in with the aesthetic of your home. However, whether you choose a professional designer or choose to do it yourself, there are many costs you can expect to incur.
So, without further ado, let's take an elaborate look at the cost of redoing kitchen cabinets.
Average Cost of Redoing Kitchen Cabinets
The average cost of installing kitchen cabinets is $5,015, with most people spending between $1855 and $8340. You can opt for the stock, semi-custom, or custom kitchen cabinets. So, opting for semi-custom or fully-custom cabinets for an average-sized kitchen can cost you anywhere between $13,000 to $15,000.
Moreover, the price of a stock, semi-custom, or custom kitchen cabinets ranges from $100 to $1,500 per linear foot. Stock, semi-custom, and custom kitchen cabinets typically cost between $50 and $650 per cabinet for the materials alone. The lowest cabinet installation can cost you is $245 while a high-end cabinet installation will cost you around $18,500.
Size, quality, and customization are the three main factors that affect the total cost of cabinet installation.
Average Cost of Cabinet Installation Per Linear Foot
Average Labor Cost to Install Kitchen Cabinets
The average labor cost to install kitchen cabinets depends on the type of cabinet that you're planning to install. Labor costs can range from $50 to $250 per linear foot. This highly depends on whether you opt for the stock, semi-custom, or custom cabinets. The more you want to customize your cabinets, the more time-consuming it will be, hence, bumping up the total price. However, most cabinet contractors and installers will give you an hourly or daily rate.
Average Cost to Install Cabinet Hardware
Cabinet hardware includes objects such as handles and pulls, with the average cost ranging from $2 to $50. Almost all cabinet contractors include the expense of cabinet hardware in the total cost of the project. Moreover, stock cabinets may also include hinges which are usually pre-added to the total cost.
Stock Cabinets
Stock cabinets are readily available in furniture stores. They aren't available in too many styles and designs, but just enough options for you to choose one to go with your kitchen. Moreover, these types of cabinets are ready-to-install and rank at the lower range of the cabinet price chart.
The average cost of materials and hardware of a stock cabinet will cost you between $50 and $200. Moreover, the average labor charges for stock cabinet installation ranges between $50 and $100. So, you can expect the total cost of installing stock cabinets to range from $100 to $300 per linear foot.
Semi-Custom Cabinets
Semi-custom cabinets are similar to stock cabinets but are somewhat customizable. For instance, you have the option to personalize their size and space to suit your specific kitchen needs. Moreover, since they are somewhat customizable, semi-custom cabinets are more expensive than stock cabinets.
The average cost of materials and hardware of a semi-custom cabinet will cost you between $75 and $400. Moreover, the average labor charges for semi-custom cabinet installation ranges between $75 and $250. So, you can expect the total cost of installing stock cabinets to range from $150 to $650 per linear foot.
Custom Cabinets
From the color and style to the texture, space, and size, custom cabinets are tailored specifically according to your needs. These cabinets are built from scratch to suit your personal taste and choice. Therefore, they are rather expensive than the other two cabinets.
The average cost of materials and hardware of a custom cabinet will cost you between $300 and $750. Moreover, the average labor charges for semi-custom cabinet installation ranges between $200 and $450. So, you can expect the total cost of installing stock cabinets to range from $500 to $1200+ per linear foot.
Kitchen Installation by Size
Even though the price usually isn't according to the square foot, you can still estimate the total cost of your project based on the total size of your kitchen. To get a more accurate measurement of your kitchen, you should start by measuring the linear feet in the room; you can measure along the wall or the extended side of your countertops. All the following measurement estimates are based on speculation.
Small Kitchen
A small kitchen is around 70 square feet on average. However, just because it's small in size, it doesn't mean that the cost of cabinet installation will be insignificant. You can expect it to cost you anywhere between $1,700 and $11,000+ for a small kitchen cabinet installation.
Average Kitchen
An average kitchen is around 120 square feet. You can expect it to cost you anywhere between $2,200 and $14,000+ for cabinet installation in an average-sized kitchen.
Large Kitchen
A large kitchen is around 200+ square feet on average. You can expect it to cost you anywhere between $4,000 and $26,000+ for cabinet installation in a large-sized kitchen.
All these prices are based on the average linear foot pricing of stock and semi-custom kitchen cabinets. If you opt for customized cabinets, these prices will hike up by around 50 to 100%.
Design and Material Cost
The material costs of a cabinet contribute at least 25-50% to the total cost of redoing kitchen cabinets. Moreover, you will incur at least 1 to 3 times the cost of cabinet material in labor. Whether you opt for high-end customized work entailing the use of exotic hardwoods or you go for other low-end options, the cost of materials will still be lower compared to the other cost of redoing kitchen cabinets.
The materials you choose can highly affect the final look that you're hoping to achieve. While wood is the most commonly used material for cabinets with options such are cherry, pine, red oak, etc, you can also opt for cheaper alternatives such as thermofoil or laminate. These non-wood alternatives can actually prove to be a great choice as they not only mimic wood but are also highly durable.
Here are price details of stock, semi-custom, and custom cabinets according to the material and design.
Stock Cabinets
The average price of stock cabinets runs from $100 to $650 per unit or $50 to $200 per linear foot. Stock cabinets are pretty mainstream with restricted color and style options. However, they are easy to install and cost the lowest as they are manufactured in massive quantities.
Semi-Custom Cabinets
Semi-custom cabinets can cost you anywhere between $150 and $800 per unit or $75 and $400 per linear foot. However, this is just an average estimate; semi-custom cabinets can cost even more at times.
These types of cabinets are the ideal compromise between custom and stock cabinets based on price and flexibility. While they are more flexible than stock, they are cheaper than custom cabinets despite their personalized touch. However, semi-custom cabinets are often available in a limited number of traditional and contemporary styles with restricted finishes.
Custom Cabinets
The average cost of custom kitchen cabinets is $600 or more per unit. Moreover, you can expect to pay anywhere between $300 and $750 per linear foot. Custom cabinets can be tailored according to your taste in the most eccentric designs and tastes. However, with all this personalization comes a hefty cabinet installation cost to bear!
Cost to Replace Kitchen Cabinets
If you are looking to replace your kitchen cabinets completely, you can expect to incur costs ranging from $2,000 to $20,000 or even more. Revamping your entire kitchen cabinetry is not an easy task nor is it a cheap one. However, the total cost of redoing kitchen cabinets will vary greatly depending on the type, style, and level of customization you're searching for.
The cabinet replacement process comprises of three main costs: removal and disposal of existing cabinets, cost of new cabinets, the total labor cost of installing new cabinets.
Removal and Disposal of Existing Cabinets
The removal of old cabinets isn't an easy job. The average cost of getting them demolished and disposed of ranges from $300 to $500. Many contractors might even pre-include this fee or not include it in the total cost at all.
Cost of New Cabinets
You can expect to incur anywhere between $100 and $1,200 per linear foot for new cabinets.
Labor Cost
The labor cost of installing the new cabinets will cost you around $50-$450 per linear foot.
Wrapping Up
The cost of redoing kitchen cabinets depends on a lot of factors such as the materials you select, and the style and level of customization you want. So, make sure to evaluate all these factors before diving into redoing your cabinetry.


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An effort seen as fundamental to funding of public education was taken to the next level by Gov. Gary Herbert. Saturday he signed the legislation authorizing Utah to use eminent domain to seize federal lands. In an update the Wall Street Journal has written a solid article on the action which sets the pace for other states to follow and legal battles ahead.
Take some time to read the article. Also, don't forget to thank Gov. Herbert and the legislators who helped move Utah toward fundamental sovereignty under the 10th Amendment duties of all states.
In War Between States and Fed, Utah Strikes Latest Blow
- Jeff Sessions Reminds Us of Our Need for the Tenth Amendment - January 9, 2018
- The Ninth and Tenth Amendment: Partners in Federalism for Liberty - October 30, 2017
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Beaded Lace Butterfly Bracelet + eBook Giveaway
July 18, 2021 04:13 PM Posted by juliannadouglas
For my second giveaway this month, I'm offering a pretty beaded lace butterfly bracelet. The crocheted lace butterfly wraps around the wrist while a delicate beaded chain drops down to encircle one finger. In addition, the winner will also receive an eBook copy of my book, Butterfly Serenade.
Use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter for your chance to win. Good luck!
International Entrants: You are welcome to enter my contest, but due to the high cost of shipping overseas, if the winner chosen is outside the US, they will receive the eBook prize, along with a $5 Amazon gift card instead of the bracelet. Please note that the gift card will be issued from Amazon.com (the US site), as I am unable to purchase one on any international Amazon sites. It's my understanding, however, that the card can only be used to purchase items on Amazon.com, and not any other Amazon sites. So please be aware of this limitation before entering.
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June 2021 Book of the Month Giveaway
July 18, 2021 04:07 PM Posted by juliannadouglas
I didn't get a ton of reading done in June, only completing four full-length novels. Out of those, two made it to five stars, but only one was a romance. It's a historical by one of my favorite authors and it's also a favorite book from a favorite series of hers that I've been rereading. Nursing a broken heart, Lizzie retreated to the country estate of the Dowager Viscountess Strathmore to work as her paid companion. She's all but written off men and thinks that she can be content to live out her days as a spinster, working for her keep, until she earns enough money to open a bookshop. The wealthy Dowager has been paying all the bills for her favored nephew Devlin. When Lizzie see his extravagant expenditures and his seeming lack of attention to his aunt, she thinks that Devlin is a dissolute rake, so she hatches a scheme to get him to come for a visit by sending him a note implying that his aunt is dying. When Devlin arrives and Lizzie sees how much he actually does care for his aunt, she feels remorse for her deception, which is only compounded when she discovers his heartbreaking history. As Devlin and Lizzie get to know one another, they develop a surprisingly intimate bond in the short time they spend together, which the Dowager can also see. Wanting to make sure that Devlin has someone to look after him and love him after she's gone, Augusta makes a shocking stipulation in her will in order for Devlin to receive his inheritance. When she passes on and Dev discovers her scheme, at first he's angry but later reluctantly agrees to go along with it to get the money he desperately needs to continue his quest for revenge against the men he's certain killed his family. However, despite his best efforts not to love Lizzie, he finds himself falling for her anyway, but will he be able to give up his thirst for revenge before she becomes the next target?
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Lions Club donates for glasses, scholarships
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Thomas A. Walden Insurance teamed up with GAINSCO Auto Insurance to provide a donation to the Ironton Lions Club. The monetary gift was presented by Scott McKee, sales leader at the agency's office located at 22523 S. Fourth St., Ironton and will be used for eye glasses and scholarships. Pictured left to right is Terry Barker, Comet and Tony Barker of The BARKer Farm, Santa and Thomas Walden. (Submitted photo)


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The importance of accountability for the relationship between governance and performance of UK charities
The aim of this paper is to analyse the relationships between governance characteristics of non-profit organizations (NPOs) (CEO duality and board size) and their performance, considered as their ability to collect financial resources. The study is conducted on a sample of 200 UK registered charities that work in a context characterized by a medium to high level of "mandatory" accountability. With a regression analysis we verify strong positive relationships between the NPOs' financial performance and the CEO duality and board size. Further analyses show that if the charities increase their level of accountability through the use of additional voluntary disclosure mechanisms and tools such as the use of social networks, these relationships are confirmed. Qualitative characteristics of governance and voluntary accountability of UK charities are also analysed in association with some classes of revenues using the logistic regression method and the multiple correspondence analysis.Citation
Bellante, G., Berardi, L., Machold, S., Nissi, E. and Rea, M. A. (2016) The importance of accountability for the relationship between governance and performance of UK charities, SIDREA International Workshop "Innovations in Corporate Governance and Performance Management". Università degli studi Internazionali di Roma, 21st-22nd April, 2016, Rome, Italy.Publisher
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Phaze Jackson's latest drop is a video to his J. Caspersen produced hit "Millions." I love this song and video. It really depicts the come up in the rap game. From working in the studio, to hanging out with your homies and celebrating accomplishments around the pool. Jackson seems like a really hungry artist and I can't wait to see what he does in the future! Watch the official video to "Millions" above!


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Fujitsu Japan announces Service Built for Android
The open source Android OS is quickly becoming a popular choice for manufacturers of cellphones. Fujitsu Japan thinks that the OS can be used for many other devices as they launched their new "Services Built for Android". The services that the Japanese company has in mind relate to consulting, training, engineering and the intriguing embedded middleware. The latter is a service that Fujitsu will now offer in an attempt to design products with the Android software built-in. Similar to the way that Windows CE or Windows Mobile can be used on a stand alone GPS unit or a on-board car navigation system, Fujitsu will help manufacturers use Google's open source system instead. Taking the Android OS out of the smartphone and into other everyday devices could be the beginning of a major challenge to Microsoft's OS.
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text: The University of Central Oklahoma prepares future leaders in an opportunity-rich environment part of the thriving metropolitan area. Central's appealing campus is on track to become a certified botanical garden, offering a pleasing living environment and a source of pride. The University of Central Oklahoma prepares future leaders in an opportunity-rich environment. Located in Edmond, Central is one of the top public_ universities in Oklahoma City's thriving metropolitan area. As Oklahoma's metropolitan university, Central offers its more than 17,000 students an innovative learning community where teaching comes first, a commitment seeded in the university's roots as a teachers' college. Students develop personal relationships with more than 450 full-time and_ 500 adjunct faculty and staff who, guided by the mission of helping students learn, are committed to transforming lives. With 114 undergraduate majors and 63 graduate majors, Central is a smart investment for students dedicated to their success. Notable academic programs include Forensic Science, Music Theatre, Graphic Design, Mass Communications, Teacher Education, Accounting, the region's only accredited Professional Golf Management program, Jazz Studies and the Academy of Contemporary Music at_ UCO, located in downtown Oklahoma City's Bricktown district. The university will add to its downtown presence with the opening of the CHK|Central Boathouse on the Oklahoma River in 2015. Central also is one of two universities in the country named an official U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Site. Central's appealing 210-acre main campus offers a learning and _living environment that is a source of pride for the Central _community. Central is ranked among the top public_ regional universities in the nation by US News and World_ Report , and has been named as one of the top universities _to work for by the Chronicle of Higher Education five of_ the past six years. The university also stands among the _top universities nationally for student housing and sustainable "green" practices, like its use of 100 percent wind energy and alternative transportation programs. Central is an official "Green Power Partner" of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and won the EPA's Green Power Challenge for its athletic conference the past three years. The UCO Broncho athletic teams compete in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association conference. The university's athletics program has a rich tradition of success, most recently winning the 2013 NCAA Division II National Softball Championship.


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Travel Health - What should you do if you get sick with coronavirus while traveling?
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It is very important to know what to do if you contract coronavirus before or during traveling abroad. Together with the medical brands here is some up-to-date information regarding this problem. This is just general information about traveling and coronavirus, and issues you should be aware of. Please check your individual insurance documents for specific details about your situation, and what is covered and what is not.
Wherever you are going on vacation around the world, you will need to take out health insurance. Everyone traveling abroad should be insured by default. This is a mandatory condition for the registration of many travel packages, so problems with medical care should not arise.
And yet, when buying a trip it is worth clarifying whether medical insurance is included in the cost of travel, or whether you will have to buy it separately. Pay special attention to this issue, as medical care for foreigners when abroad is often very expensive.
If I get Coronavirus when traveling abroad - What do I do?
At the first sign of a cold go to the hotel medical staff. As a last resort, ask at the reception. Do not expect to be given first aid and sent home. You will be treated on site until you are completely recovered.
If hospitalization is not required, you will be in self-isolation in a specially equipped room. If your condition worsens, you will be sent to the hospital. And here arises another problem - the timing of the end of the trip. You will not be allowed out of the country, so in order to protect yourself on a foreign holiday, it is better to add some options to the standard package of insurance. You need extra insurance to get the money back for the unused ticket, if you had to delay your return home.
Travelers abroad may require legal assistance. It is also worth taking care of this when taking out additional insurance options.
How does insurance cover expenses related to the coronavirus?
If I get sick with Covid-19 at home and cannot travel, will the insurance cover my expenses?
- If travel disruption is selected as the primary protection, the insurance will not cover the expenses incurred.
- If extended travel disruption protection is selected, the insurance covers accommodation and transport expenses if the insurance contract is taken out at least one week before the start of the insurance period.
- If protection against voluntary cancellation is selected, 70% of the costs incurred will be reimbursed. Additional protection against cancellation at will must be purchased for the first booking of the trip, but no later than two weeks after the purchase of the flight.
- If the border of the country of destination is already closed at the time of purchase of travel insurance and the situation persists until the start date of the trip, the additional protection against cancellation at will does not apply. In such a case the damage is foreseeable and the costs incurred as a result of trip cancellation are not indemnified.
Until when do I have to take out travel insurance to have COVID protection?
An insurance contract with extended travel disruption protection must be taken out at least one week before the start of the insurance period.
If your family member gets COVID-19 and you have to stay in isolation and therefore can't travel, will the insurance cover the cost?
If extended travel disruption protection is chosen, the insurance covers the costs of accommodation and transportation. This applies if the insurance contract was taken out at least one week prior to the start of the insurance period.
If I fall ill with coronavirus during my trip, will the travel insurance cover my medical expenses?
Yes, if you contract a viral disease, including coronavirus, while abroad, medical expenses incurred in connection therewith will be reimbursed. Doctor's visit fees, hospital costs and expenses for medication prescribed by the doctor will be reimbursed.
If I go abroad for quarantine, will I be able to get reimbursed for expenses incurred or additional expenses?
Medical expenses related to the illness are reimbursed according to the health care insurance. If extended travel disruption protection is selected, the insurance covers accommodation and transportation expenses if caught in quarantine. If selected as basic protection, additional expenses for accommodation, new airfare, etc. resulting from being in quarantine are not reimbursable.
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- Travel Health - Keeping your health while traveling
- Avoiding the Flu - Prevention is definitely the best cure
- Top-10 Vaccination Tips for Travellers
- Preventing jet-lag
- Travel Advice
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Comedian, actor and CTI dark horse Brynley Stent tells us about crushing on Munkustrap from Cats, sharing a fleece onesie with Chris Parker and more.
Anybody surprised at how good Brynley Stent has been on the current season of Celebrity Treasure Island has probably never been an up-and-coming theatre actor.
Take one of Stent's earliest roles, for example – a production of The Three Little Pigs at Christchurch's Court Theatre, in which she appeared alongside "dear friend" and fellow CTI surprise package Chris Parker.
"We wore fleece onesies in the middle of the summer," she remembers. "I had to switch costumes with Chris … so I had to take off my onesie and put on his and it was like – the inside was full of sweat. His sweat."
This is just the type of experience, it turns out, that prepares a person for the specific physical and mental challenges contestants face every day on Celebrity Treasure Island.
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