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Raag Malhar — Song and Rain
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Dr Ravi P Bhatia – TRANSCEND Media Service
24 Jun 201 – There are many regions in Asia and Africa that because of global warming and climate change are experiencing dry weather and drought while waiting expectedly for the rains to quench the soil's thirst. The Indian capital Delhi is experiencing unusually hot and dry weather. In the process, the people and animals are suffering and several people and their cattle are dying because of the torrid and dry heat. The myth in India is that when such a difficult situation arises, people start singing and beseeching the rain gods to be kind and shower the land with rain, by singing Raag Malhar.
This is a well known musical melody in classical Hindustani (Indian) vocal music repertoire. It is not a very easy melody to sing but its significance is profound. The myth is that if one sings it with sincerity and passion, the dry skies relent and start pouring rain on the dry countryside. Like many other countries of the world, India's dependence on monsoon and rain is immense. Without adequate rain, people, animals, birds, plants and agriculture suffer.
Rain is essential for life on our planet. Yes, sometimes there is excessive rainfall that causes flooding and distress, but that can be accommodated. But no rain is an unmitigated disaster.
The RaagMalhar has an interesting history. According to legend, the famous Mughal emperor of India, Akbar (1542-1605) asked his court singer Tansen to sing Raag Deepak. Deepak literally means a lamp and the story goes that the Deepak Raag was sung with such intensity by Tansen, that the royal court lit up and alongside, Tansen's body also became too hot for the musician.
The only recourse for the King as the myth suggests, was to have someone sing Raag Malhar.This was done by two women singers and soon it started pouring torrentially and Tansen became better.
Apart from Tansen, other singers such as Baiju Bawra, Baba Ramdas and even Mira Bai who sang soulfully about Lord Krishna including 'Mere to Girdhar Gopal, Doosra na koi ' are reputed to have sung this Raag soulfully and musically.
Another popular Hindi film Lagaan also is about a region where the rain has failed the people of that region. Out of desperation the villagers start singing a song that became extremely popular ' Kaale Megha, kaale megha, Paani to barsao …' (O black clouds, please give us rain .. ' ). When the clouds begin to pour finally , the people start singing out of joy and relief.
Kalidas (who lived in the court of Viktramidtya in the first century BCE), is a famous Sanskrit poet. He has written a poem called Meghdoot (Cloud Messenger) in 111 stanzas where a cloud is asked by an exiled person to take a message from him to his wife living far away. The poem is a beautiful and spiritual piece of imagination, was translated into English in 1813 and subsequently in many foreign languages.
My own experience of the versatility of the Raag Malhar is a Seminar that was organised in the Faculty of Music in Delhi University a few years ago. Many speakers talked of the rich musical culture of India and gave some performances by singing and playing on their instruments — violin, guitar, harmonium etc.
Then a team of two singers started singing the Raag Malhar. Believe it or not, after a few minutes, it began raining and quenching the soil's thirst. The hall where the song was being sung exploded with joy and excitement. There could be no doubt about the Raag's powers. Joy and merriment followed the arrival of rains. The myth had become a beautiful fact.
Dr Ravi P Bhatia is a member of the TRANSCEND Network for Peace Development Environment, an educationist, Gandhian scholar and peace researcher. Retired professor, Delhi University. His new book, A Garland of Ideas—Gandhian, Religious, Educational, Environmental was published recently in Delhi. firstname.lastname@example.com
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Location: Range Management Research
Title: A New Institution to Promote Resilience-Based Rangeland Management in MongoliaAuthor
DENSAMBUU, BULGAMAA - Mongolia State Agricultural University | |
DASHBAL, BURMAA - National University Of Mongolia | |
OCHIR, GANKHUYAG - National University Of Mongolia | |
SAINNEMEKH, SUMJIDMAA - National University Of Mongolia | |
ULAMBAYAR, BUDBAATAR - National University Of Mongolia | |
Bestelmeyer, Brandon |
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The 'Peddimore' project covers 175 acres of land near Sutton Coldfield which business leaders hope will create up to 6,500 new jobs and support a further 3,000 across the West Midlands.
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Birmingham City Council planning chiefs will also consider a full application for a new roundabout access from the A38, roads, cycle and pedestrian paths and other works to serve the site.
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A simple-minded but good natured nickel and dime prize fighter is given a shot at the title by the overconfident champion as a publicity stunt. The original Rocky is another example of a film that has become overshadowed by its legacy, and the franchise has become a glowing example of everything that's wrong with the studio system. The increasingly laughable and simplistic sequels ignored everything that was good about the original, which was really a story of the underdog who is given a chance at self respect and escape from his hope-free existence. Balboa was obviously influenced by Terry Malloy from On The Waterfront and Stallone's acting talents are clearly well suited to this shambling, self conscious and inarticulate character; the dialogue is repetitive and ineloquent, but that actually makes it more realistic. The story is as much about inner-city life at the bottom of the food chain and his romance with cripplingly shy wallflower Talia Shire as boxing and considering the route the franchise took, it's surprisingly unsentimental. There's nowhere near enough of Carl Weathers and Burgess Meredith and at the end of the day, it's a sports movie and as such follows the usual formula, but the gritty approach makes for a surprisingly engaging watch that has stood the test of time quite well. Quite how it beat Taxi Driver for the Best Picture Oscar is a mystery though.


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Over the last 20 years, there has been a tremendous amount of change in human resources and recruiting. When I first got started in the field, we were called the "personnel" department, and the only computer in the office was a mainframe terminal tucked away in the storage room that gave us look-up access to payroll records. The most effective way to communicate was to type a memo on a typewriter, make a few copies, stuff them in envelopes, and distribute via interoffice mail (is there such a thing as interoffice mail anymore?). Internal job postings were printed and posted on bulletin boards near the cafeteria or break room. We used to route resumes via courier and were amazed when we got a fax machine (okay, now I am dating myself). Today, a PC or laptop sits on every desk; corporate email servers send gigabytes of data in seconds; web portals provide employees with access to all the information they could ever want; and there are enough self-service applications to make you wonder why there is still a human resources department. Despite these advancements in technology, when it comes down to organizational behavior and human nature, some things never change. Hiring managers still complain that recruiters send too many resumes that don't fit their requirements. Recruiters think managers never provide timely feedback on candidates, and HR is still busy trying to become a strategic business partner. Most surprisingly, there has been remarkably little change in the way corporate human resources handles the internal transfer process. For HR managers and recruiters, however, this can be good news. By taking a careful look at the internal transfer process, HR can reveal new opportunities for improvement and can take on a strategic role in bringing those opportunities to fruition for the company. Is Employee Self-Nomination the Best Approach to Internal Transfers? Also known as the "internal job posting process" or "internal mobility," internal transfer refers to the way in which employees seek out new career opportunities within the company. Today, most employees can access a corporate website with online job listings. They can search for jobs by keyword, department, or location, all in real time. In many cases they can even set up an alert that will notify them when a job gets posted that matches their interests. These are all vast improvements to the old paper-based internal transfer process; however, the vast majority of corporations still rely exclusively on a self-nomination approach for internal movement of talent. This means it is up to the employee to identify needs and opportunities on their own. Self-nomination job posting systems are important tools that give employees the ability to take their career advancement into their own hands. Unfortunately, corporations do little more than post job opportunities to identify internal employees to fill vacant positions. There is little control over whether the best employees are aware of the opportunities available or that they feel confident to pursue those opportunities. Succession planning processes and leadership development programs typically focus on the top 10% of the company, but the majority of positions that are filled internally are left to the self-service approach. This self-nomination approach to internal mobility has significantly limited the effectiveness of the HR function and presents one of the best opportunities for the HR executive to drive change and truly become a strategic business partner. Significant value is lost when a great employee chooses to leave the company for growth opportunities, particularly when there was most likely a job opening that could have provided that same opportunity internally. For the HR decision-maker, reversing that trend requires a strategy that moves beyond self-nomination and includes a more proactive approach to internal mobility. To identify opportunities for change, it is important to consider the organizational dynamics that make self-nomination the dominant methodology and its impact on a company. These include:
- The influence of the compliance culture on internal recruiting
- The pressure that employee mobility puts on company managers
- The impact of current practices and policies on employee career decisions
By examining the influence that traditional practices have on retention, the HR executive can offer an approach to measure the impact and build a business case to implement a proactive internal recruiting program. Acknowledge the Influence of the Compliance Culture One of the traditional roles of human resources is to keep the organization in check with respect to laws and regulations regarding employment practices. The complexity of EEO regulations, applicant tracking requirements, defining "who is an applicant," and the potential for adverse impact can all accumulate into reasons to do as little as possible with respect to recruiting internal applicants. The fear is that if a company selects from its employee base as a regular practice, any employee who is not selected might feel like they have been overlooked, become disgruntled, and file a complaint or discrimination suit. The alternative: Have employees select for themselves. Because of these regulatory complexities, policies are established that make it the employee's responsibility to self-nominate for a vacant position in order to be considered. Usually, employees must first meet certain eligibility requirements. For example, they may need to hold a position for at least six months and have a satisfactory performance rating before applying to a new position. Essentially, these policies limit the internal applicant pool for a given job to only those who express interest and meet eligibility requirements, thereby minimizing the risk or potential exposure. Recognize the Pressure Employee Mobility Puts On Company Managers One of the most common cross-sections of organizational and human behavior is found in the relationship between managers and their employees: namely, the manager's sense of ownership and responsibility over the resources within their department. After spending the time and money to hire, train, and mentor a team, the manager understandably wants to retain these people. They do not want to have their employees pulled out from under them, because they do not want to start over by recruiting a replacement. The political pressure from line managers is so great that additional structure is sometimes added to the internal transfer policy. For example, eligibility criteria may be extended to a full year in the current position. Clauses may be implemented to deny transfer for key employees. In some cases, managers may have an automatic alert to notify them when one of their employees has applied for a position. By receiving a notification, they can start planning for the potential impact. There is a fear among managers that without a restrictive job posting policy, their resources could be poached from within. Some of the other reasons given for restricting internal recruiting practices range from controlling the volume of internal candidates to forcing communication between employee and manager regarding career options. While they are valid reasons, this compliance culture and the pressure from line managers to restrict mobility are the driving factors that have prevented change. What is intriguing about these issues is that they are both reactions to fear ó fear of legal exposure, or fear of losing staff. By helping the company overcome these fears, HR can take a big step forward in becoming a strategic business partner. Reassess the Impact of Current Practices on Employee Decisions The impact of current recruiting practices on an organization can be enormous. Often the effects actually run directly against the original intent of those practices. For example, the very policies that are intended to protect a company from legal exposure and to retain employees can lead to the exact opposite, generating more employee complaints and increasing the likelihood that employees look externally for career advancement. If you ask any career counselor about the most effective approach to finding a new job, they will tell you it is through networking with people. It is estimated that only 20% of jobs are filled through ads and search firms, and that somewhere between 40% and 70% of all jobs are filled through word-of-mouth networking. As much as HR would like to control all internal movement with stated policies and procedures, there are always a percentage of jobs that get filled through internal networking. A hiring manager may know just the right person from another division who could fill an important vacancy. Any recruiter will tell you there are jobs that get filled this way. They may actually receive the requisition along with a message from the manager telling them not to bother posting it because they already have someone in mind. If a policy requires that the job must be posted internally for at least seven days, most HR professionals will enforce the policy and post the job anyway. But they are simply going through the motions. Employees can detect this and it creates a morale issue. The more positions that are filled in this manner, the more employees will distrust the job posting process and get the feeling that the system is fixed. So while the policy is intended to minimize risk of exposure due to the reality of internal networking, it can cause employee morale issues that lead to an increase in complaints. Conversely, if the HR professional decides to fill the requisition without posting it, they are violating the company policy, and this will give any plaintiff grounds to file. The second unintended impact of job posting policies is that they often create artificial barriers that make it easier for an employee to look externally for career advancement. If you've ever worked in a corporate environment, you have probably heard the comment, "You have to leave and come back in order to get a promotion around here." While this is typically viewed as gross generalization, there is usually an underlying truth. For the sake of quelling our fears regarding internal poaching and potential liabilities, companies find it acceptable to put external candidates, whom they know very little about, on an easier path to career opportunities than employees, about whom they have a complete performance and compensation history. Not all companies impose the same barriers on their employees' ability to find new career opportunities; however, most all of them have at least one or two of the following elements:
- Jobs are posted internally for employees for a period of only five to seven days, but are posted externally until they are filled.
- Employees must get their manager's approval before applying for a job internally.
- Supervisors are automatically notified when their employees apply for a job internally.
- Employees can only apply to a limited number of positions at a time.
- Employees must be in their current position for more than 12 months before applying for an internal job.
At a minimum, all of these policy elements create obstacles for employees to find internal career opportunities. The worst case scenario is that they are creating incentives for some of the best talent to look externally for their next career move. Above-average employees have a work ethic and loyalty that makes it counterintuitive for them to even look for a new job, let alone inform their supervisor that they are interested in other opportunities. A certain percentage of these individuals may end up finding new opportunities through the internal networking process, but the vast majority is left with no other choice but to look externally. They may not have to look very long, because the headhunters (who are starting to get busy again) will find them. Translating Issues Into Opportunities: Identifying Goals and Metrics After understanding how self-nomination grew to become the primary means of internal movement and the effects this has had on the organization, the HR decision-maker can look at the process with an eye toward improvement. Can the company overcome its reliance on self-nomination and take on a proactive role in internal recruiting? Can this be done despite the pressure for compliance and the fear of lawsuits and retribution? Can the internal recruiting process be changed so that complaints drop and employees become less likely to look outside the company for career advancement? The answer to all of these questions is a definitive yes. Of course, understanding the issues is only half the battle. The biggest challenge is to develop a realistic and detailed strategy for change, and then to support that strategy with hard metrics. In my next article, I will tackle the thorny subject of building a business case to evolve the internal recruiting program, including metrics for quantifying the effectiveness of the internal recruiting process.


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Many people enjoy deep-fried pickles, whether they are spears or chips. Served with a side of ranch dressing, deep-fried pickles have become a staple at many restaurants and pubs. But they can become boring after a while.
Why Make Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pickles?
I thought there had to be some other way to serve pickles as an appetizer or snack. Some way to smoke the pickles with a new flavor or a twist.
So when I saw a picture of bacon-wrapped pickles, I thought I had to make this. But I always have to add my twist to anything I make. After a bit of thought, I decided that smoking the bacon-wrapped pickles could work. Add a side of barbecue sauce instead of ranch and maybe it would make a great appetizer or snack.
The results were amazing! They are like a new kind of Pigs in a Blanket or more of a Pickle in a Blanket.
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How to Make Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pickles
I used jarred dill pickles in garlic but you could use any type of dill pickles. The rub I used was my blend, that is until Stacy knocked over the bowl containing the last of the rub and it spilled on the ground. Then we just used a Cajun spice blend we had on hand.
Applewood was our choice for smoking these pickles, but you can use your favourite wood.
For dipping, we used Stubb's Hickory Bourbon Bar-B-Q Sauce but you could also use ranch (we tried ranch as a dip but preferred the BBQ sauce), or a garlic sauce. You could even serve these with a side of BBQ Ranch dip.
These pickles are also good without any dip at all. They have a lot of flavour on their own.
However you serve them, I am sure you will enjoy them as much as we did. They make a great game day snack and would be perfect for Grey Cup Parties if there was a Grey Cup this year. But they would also be a great appetizer for your next BBQ or a family and friends get-together.
Tips for making Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pickles
The pickles will need to be dried a little but not too much, before smoking. You don't want the pickles too wet or too dry so the rub sticks to them but doesn't get goopy.
To make it easier to coast the pickle in seasoning, I pour some seasoning into a shallow bowl or on a plate. Then the pickles can be rolled in the seasoning easier than trying to sprinkle the pickle with seasoning.
This recipe is also very easy to half, quarter, or double since there are few ingredients.
You can cut the pickles in half lengthwise and skip poking them. In this case, you would only need 6 pickles.
If you would like to make homemade BBQ sauce, which is how we usually serve these, here is Stacy's recipe for BBQ Sauce. As well, we like to use our homemade pickles.
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Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pickles
- Smoker or BBQ
- 12 large dill pickles
- 12 bacon slices
- ⅓ cup BBQ seasoning
- ½ cup BBQ sauce, for dipping
- Heat smoker to 300°F and add wood chips of choice.
- Remove pickles from jar and allow to sit on a plate or tray to dry a little but not too much
- Using a toothpick, poke a few holes in the pickles to allow smoke into the pickle
- Coat each pickle in BBQ rub or spice blend
- Wrap one slice of bacon around each pickle and secure the ends with toothpicks.
- Place in smoker and smoke at 300°F for 45 minutes or until the bacon is crispy.
- Remove from the smoker and allow to cool slightly before serving.


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Developments are afoot with regard to my chum John's build of the LEGO Ultimate A-Wing Starfighter model from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. (Writing this — the 'afoot' part — just reminded me of one of the old Goon Show episodes on the radio where one of the characters (Bluebottle?) says "What's afoot?" and another character (Eccles?) responds, "It's a dirty smelly thing on the end of your leg!" You had to be there…)
Accompanying today's photo was a message from John saying, "It was all front-end work today getting the bonnet ['hood' in American English] sorted from the inside out. This is all structural work and, once again, it's leaving voids. I'm getting through a lot of pieces in each set of 19 instructions. Slowly, but surely, things are taking shape. If the void remains at the back, I'll be tempted to put something in there. I've no idea what, so any suggestions would be welcome."
Hmmm, interesting. I'm thinking of a small piece of paper containing a little message to some unknown person who might dismantle or partially disassemble this model for some unspecified purpose at some unknown time in the future. It could be John's great-great-great-grandson or great-great-great-granddaughter, for example.
I know that I read and watch way too much science fiction, but now I'm thinking of someone working in a museum thousands of years in the future who is tasked with restoring this newly discovered model for a major exhibit at the world-famous Maxsonian Museum of Art and Technology. Imagine their surprise, delight, and awe to discover a message penned by the original model builder deep in the mists of time.
How about you? Do you have any other suggestions for a small item John could secrete* in his little void (remember that it's not the size of your void, it's what you do with it that counts)?
*I use the word 'secrete' only in its "stow-stash-hide-conceal" sense and not with any "exude-ooze-squirt" connotation, although the latter reminds me of the scenes in the apocalyptic horror story discussed in my recent Sweet Home and Flutter Flyers blog.


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Nashville, TN (SportsNetwork.com) – Tennessee Titans safety Bernard Pollard
is lost for the remainder of the season thanks to suffering a ruptured
Achilles tendon.
Titans head coach Ken Whisenhunt confirmed the diagnosis on Monday, while
Pollard took to his Twitter account to reveal the following: "Still can't
believe it, but God has a plan. Surgery tmrw morning, pray for me! First time
in my career I get to meet Mr. I.R lol. Peace out."
Titans quarterback Jake Locker left Sunday's 29-28 loss to the Cleveland
Browns in the second quarter with a hand injury. He was originally listed
as questionable to return and did not come back into the game after
completing 8-of-11 passes for 79 yards and one touchdown.
Charlie Whitehurst stepped in under center for the hosts, who squandered a
28-3 first-half lead, ending the contest 13-of-21 for 194 yards and two
Locker, whose hand was bandaged on the sideline, had X-rays performed which
were negative. Whisenhunt confirmed that the injury was to his thumb and that
there was significant swelling but no structural damage.


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Hilton Head/Bluffton classes: Dance Theatre of Harlem Master Class & ArtStart for preschoolers
Dance Theatre of Harlem Master Class: Calling all dancers ages 12 and older with intermediate or advanced dance experience!
The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina mid-island on Hilton Head is hosting the acclaimed Dance Theatre of Harlem for two performances and a 90 minute master dance class.
The Master Class on Mon. Oct. 31 at 5:30PM will be taught by the company director, ballet master or a company member and emphasize focus, discipline and the classical technique practiced at Dance Theatre of Harlem.
Registration is now open for the class, which is $25. Register @ www.Artshhi.com/workshops.
Art classes for the preschooler & pre-K set
ArtStart: For the younger set, a series of visual arts workshops designed for kids ages 2-5 teaches color and shape recognition, how to use art tools, and a variety of other concepts allowing students to express themselves using an array of media and methods @ the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina.
These sessions will be on Tuesdays each week from Oct. 4-Nov. 1.
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Age Difference – Does it Really Matter in a Relationship?
Love knows no age but does age difference in love matters? There are many couples who have had long and beautiful relationships despite having an age difference. But just like every other relationship, there are certain things that one must take into consideration when there is a major age difference in the relationship. If these things are taken into account, nobody can stop you from enjoying a healthy, prosperous relationship. [ Read: A Happy Marriage Is About How Much You Love Each Other ]
Identify what makes you connect
Despite the age difference, there is no doubt that you are in love. In such a situation, it is necessary to identify what it is about your partner that makes you go for them, over all the other people your age. Whether it is their level of maturity, or their emotional stability, or their level of experience and understanding of the world, identifying what makes them special will help you appreciate them more. [ Read: The Secret Behind Long Lasting Relationships
Expect differences
When two people of different generations get into a relationship, there will always be a few fundamentals which they will not agree on, owing to their time of birth and what they have experienced. These differences, just like any other kind of difference in any relationship, must be dealt with in a patient, open-minded and understanding manner. You cannot change the one you love, so you must learn to embrace who and how they are. Alternate perspectives only help us grow as human beings, so think positively.
Don't worry about what others say
if you are the kind of person who is easily affected by what others say about them, you might be in for trouble. People will talk, if you get into a relationship with someone who is much older/younger than you, especially narrow-minded people. You must realise that these people and these opinions are the least important, or else they may really affect your relationship. Don't let these people affect you, they really aren't worth ruining your relationship. What matters is that you're happy with the one you love. Nothing more, nothing less. [ Read: Proof That Long Distance Relationships Last Forever! This Will Make You Cry ]
Before getting into a relationship with someone who is much older/younger than you, you must realistically assess the situation and figure out whether it would really be possible for you both to make it work. If you don't think it's possible, don't get into it. But if you do think you can make it work, nothing in this entire universe should be able to come in your way.


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Attorney General Jeff Sessions said on Tuesday that the Department of Justice's internal watchdog would look into whether the FBI illegally monitored the communications of Trump associate Carter Page. It's a controversy that has torn apart the House Intelligence Committee and its ranking members, Rep .Devin Nunes (R-Calif.) and Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.)
Republicans have accused the FBI and the Department of Justice of abusing the law known as the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, or FISA, in its investigation of the Trump campaign's ties to Russia. Democrats say everything is on the level.
So, who is right?
What is FISA?
FISA, and the issue of whether or not the country's law enforcement agencies violated it, is the fuel driving the ongoing Republican-Democratic back and forth, highlighted by dueling memos. But what exactly is it?
The FISA law was enacted in 1978 following the Church Committee investigation that revealed the CIA, FBI, and NSA's abuse of electronic surveillance of Americans for national security purposes, including political leaders such as Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
Then-FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover's paranoia of a vast Communist conspiracy and the Cold War meant the practice of unregulated spying on American citizens—including monitoring their political activities—became the norm for the U.S. intelligence community. This was meant to curb that.
Under FISA, a law enforcement agency such as the FBI would need to obtain a warrant from a secret court known as the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC). The FISC approves requests from the intelligence community to conduct wiretaps, collect personal data, and spy on suspected terrorists, criminals, and possible operatives of foreign governments on U.S. soil.
Very little is known about the FISC outside of the mere fact of its existence. Its hearings are all closed and its opinions are classified. Critics of FISA point to the fact that very few of the warrant requests from the government are rejected and accuse it of serving as a rubber stamp for the intelligence community. Between 1979 and 2012, the FISC received 33,900 requests for warrants and approved all but seven.
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes (R-Calif) lambasted the FISC in a recent interview with Fox Business, calling it a "secretive court."
Some argue that this statistic on the FISC approval rate may be misleading and doesn't take into account the number of times applications for wiretaps are either revised or withdrawn after signs that a FISC judge won't approve them.
Why does FISA matter now?
It all starts with former Trump campaign official Carter Page. Page become a person of interest to the FBI after a series of meetings with Russian spies in Moscow, where Page worked as an energy industry executive for many years. The U.S. government obtained a warrant through a FISA court to surveil Page on the premise he was working for the Russian government. Although he left the Trump campaign, he was surveilled in the run-up to and after the election.
A three and a half page memo released by Nunes in February called the FBI's investigation of the former Trump aide's ties to Russia a "troubling breakdown" of the surveillance protocols outlined in FISA. The Democrat's rebuttal authored by Schiff (D-Calif.) argued that this simply was not the case. Schiff's memo noted that Page was targeted for recruitment by Russian operatives long before he even began working for the Trump campaign.
Still, Republicans believe that the FBI's spying on Page was based on uncorroborated hearsay, including what was in a highly controversial dossier by British spy Christopher Steele. FISA contains strict rules that are meant to protect the privacy of everyday Americans, and Republicans believe that the FBI not only violated them in its investigation of Carter Page, but pursued the investigation due to political motives.
"We can't have a secret court operate like this in America where they're going to take and use it against political enemies. Where one political party can use it against another. It's not going to work, if that's going to be the case," Nunes said on Fox Business.
What is FISA Section 702?
Section 702 is probably one of the most controversial parts of the FISA law. It allows the U.S. government to collect electronic communications of foreign citizens overseas without a warrant. It was approved in 2007 under another name and integrated into FISA in 2008.
Congress approved a six-year authorization of Section 702 earlier this year. While Section 702 does not allow warrantless wiretapping of U.S. citizens, the communications of Americans in theory can be picked up incidentally. For example, if an American living abroad was communicating with a Russian operative or a member of ISIS.
Many Republicans, who were overwhelmingly in favor of Section 702 immediately after 9/11, have now flipped to opposing the law. Most likely, this is in light of the government's investigation into the Trump campaign's contacts with Russia. On the day the House met to vote on FISA, Trump tweeted that Section 702 was responsible for allowing warrantless wiretapping based on unfounded allegations about Page in the Steele dossier.
But this simply isn't the case. New York Times reporter Charlie Savage points out that the government actually went through the formal court process and used a Title I FISA warrant to spy on Page, not Section 702. Furthermore, CNN reported that spying on Page began in 2014, long before the Steele dossier even existed.
What's next for FISA?
Despite all this evidence to the contrary, Republicans are still convinced that the FBI had political motives behind its decision to monitor a Trump campaign official. Meanwhile, Democrats believe that the FBI's innocence is borne out by the fact that proper FISC court procedures, and not warrantless wiretapping, was used in its investigation of Page.
"Our extensive review of the initial FISA application and three subsequent renewals failed to uncover any evidence of illegal, unethical, or unprofessional behavior by law enforcement and instead revealed that both the FBI and DOJ made extensive showings to justify all four requests," wrote Schiff in the Democratic rebuttal memo.
But with Robert Mueller's investigation into the Trump campaign proceeding, expect FISA to stay in the news.
Editor's note: This article is regularly updated for relevance.


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Boston Marathon bomber case – level 1
11-03-2022 07:00
It is the year 2013. Runners run at the Boston Marathon. Bombs explode. Three people die. More than 260 people are hurt.
The Tsarnaev brothers carry out the attack. Police kill one of the men after the attack. Dzokhar Tsarnaev goes to prison. He is 28 years old. He gets a death penalty in 2015.
The situation is not easy. Many people do not agree with the death penalty. The US President Joe Biden also doesn't like it. There is a moratorium on the death penalty in the US now. It means that it is not legally possible to kill the attacker.
Last week, a court says again that Tsarnaev will get the death penalty. People do not know when it can happen.
Difficult words: death penalty (when a government kills a person who does something very bad), moratorium (when a law says that something cannot happen), legally (when something follows a rule or law).
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One glance at your skincare collection and you're bound to find a common ingredient. Glycolic acid is right up there with the big boys (aka hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid and azelaic acid) as being an essential for soft, glowing skin. We spoke to Dr. Hadley King, a board-certified dermatologist in New York and asked her to break down the ins and outs of the popular ingredient. Plus, we found 14 products to get you started on your exfoliating journey.
What Is Glycolic Acid? Everything You Need to Know About the Popular Exfoliator
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What is glycolic acid?
Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that exfoliates by penetrating the outer surface of your skin. It's derived from sugar cane but can also be found in plants and fruits like beets, pineapples and grapes.
"AHAs dissolve the bonds that hold dull, dead cells together on the surface of the skin so it will gently shed, revealing smoother, brighter skin underneath," says Dr. King. It's considered the most popular ingredient within the AHA family (with lactic acid, citric acid and acetic acid not far behind) and has one of the smallest molecular sizes, which makes it easier to break through dead skin cells without being too abrasive.
"AHAs are water-soluble and work on the surface of the skin. In contrast, BHAs, which are oil-soluble penetrate into pores and are able to work on the surface of the skin, as well as inside the pores," she explains.
What are the benefits of glycolic acid?
FYI, this chemical exfoliant is no joke. It checks off all the boxes when it comes to managing skincare concerns. Don't believe us? Look at the list of benefits below.
- It fights acne. Glycolic acid is a must for acne-prone skin. Thanks to its antibacterial properties, the ingredient clears up pores so you can say goodbye to blackheads, whiteheads and future breakouts. "It can help to treat acne by exfoliating and removing keratin debris that could otherwise contribute to clogged pores," Dr. King explains. Plus, while it's cleaning up clogged pores, it minimizes their appearance as well. Sounds like a win-win to us.
- It improves skin texture. Since it's an exfoliant, expect dead skin cells to wash away and new ones to take its place. When used regularly, you'll notice how AHAs improve your complexion and texture over time. Not only will it smooth fine lines and wrinkles, but it also firms and softens skin with continued use.
- It reduces hyperpigmentation. As mentioned earlier, glycolic acid improves dullness and brightens your skin by fading dark spots, acne scars and discoloration. The antioxidant properties work together to tackle hyperpigmentation. While glycolic acid won't remove marks completely, it will improve their appearance and make them more subtle in the long run.
- It boosts hydration. Since AHAs are water-soluble, your skin will go from dry and patchy to plumped and moisturized for the rest of the day.
Is glycolic acid *actually* good for all skin types?
The potent exfoliant is great for normal, combination and oily skin. However, those with dry or sensitive skin might want to skip the ingredient because it can cause irritation and redness. (You may want to try lactic acid or polyhydroxy acid though; both are gentler options that are generally well-tolerated by sensitive skin).
OK, so how can I use glycolic acid in my skincare routine?
Glycolic acid is everywhere. The superstar ingredient can be found in cleansers, toners, peels, moisturizers and spot treatments. Chances are if you're looking at the label of your favorite exfoliating product, glycolic acid will be at the top of the list.
If you're a first-time glycolic acid user, we recommend that you start slow. Before trying any new ingredient (especially an exfoliating active like this one), you want to do a patch test to see if you have any adverse reactions to it. Once you're in the clear, consider starting with a cleanser that has around 5 to 10 percent of the ingredient. Then, when you're confident (and it hasn't had any negative side effects), try a toner, moisturizer or serum instead. Just make sure you don't use multiple glycolic acid-based products at once, which can be too drying.
One of the most popular uses of the ingredient is through chemical peels. Glycolic peels are stronger treatments that can quickly deliver brighter, healthier-looking skin. If you're using an at-home peel, it's recommended to use 5 to 30 percent of glycolic acid. Anything more than that should be administered by a professional (aka a derm or an esthetician).
What should I avoid when using glycolic acid?
Glycolic acid and retinoids are head butting cousins. Whether you're using Retin-A, Accutane or another exfoliating product, chances are your skin will not take well to combining too many of them at once. "Some people may not be able to tolerate glycolic acid if they're also using retinoids or salicylic acids—or the frequency may need to be reduced," says Dr. King. She also doesn't recommend using the ingredient at the same time as vitamin C, niacinamide and other ingredients that are sensitive to your pH levels.
Got it. Is it OK to use glycolic acid every day?
According to Dr. King, it all depends on your skin type, the strength of the product you're using and your environment. First timers should only use it 1 to 3 times a week (with a heavy emphasis on once a week for stronger peels and masks). Once your skin grows accustomed to the ingredient, you can slowly add it to your daily regimen. On that note, the best time to use glycolic acid is at night. Since it's a chemical exfoliant, it can make your skin more sensitive to the sun (and the last thing you want is a sunburn, hyperpigmentation or signs of premature aging creeping up).
One last thing...
Glycolic acid has been deemed safe and beneficial to use in your skincare routine. The multifunctional ingredient not only fights acne, but it also reduces hyperpigmentation and improves the overall appearance of your skin. However, as with all skincare ingredients, it's important to note that if any irritation occurs, stop using it and consult with a dermatologist.
Now, here are a few of our favorite glycolic acid products to get you started on your exfoliating journey.
Best Glycolic Acid Products:
1. Glow Recipe Blueberry Bounce Gentle Cleanser
The perfect introduction to glycolic acid starts with a gentle cleanser. This two-in-1 has AHAs (glycolic acid and lactic acid), hyaluronic acid and blueberry extract to wash away any buildup, makeup or oil. One pump is all you need to clean away impurities and leave behind hydrated, plumped skin.
2. Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser
If you have combo or oily skin, try this cleanser weekly for a deeper wash. Thanks to the glycolic acid, the foaming formula removes any build up and leaves your skin looking bright and feeling refreshed.
4. Alpha-h Liquid Gold Exfoliating Treatment With Glycolic Acid
Your bedtime routine isn't complete without an exfoliating treatment.The core ingredients in this formula (glycolic acid, licorice root extract and silk proteins) soothe skin, boost moisture and improve dullness with just five drops of the product. Use it every other day for best results.
6. Saturday Skin Pore Clarifying Toner 10% Glycolic Acid + Pore Control Complex
Want to minimize and clear up pores? Look no further than this $30 pick. The toner has three key ingredients (glycolic acid, witch hazel and sodium PCA) that exfoliate and hydrate your skin so you can officially say goodbye to redness and blemishes.
7. The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution
The Ordinary is a fan (and PureWow) favorite and this $9 toner is one of our top picks in the line. The budget friendly buy packs seven percent glycolic acid to provide mild exfoliation and improve uneven skin tone without causing irritation.
8. L'oreal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum
If your main focus is hyperpigmentation, this glycolic acid-based serum may be your solution. The potent formula will reduce dark spots and brighten your complexion. Add it to your daily routine after cleansing and watch for the glowing results over time.
9. Drunk Elephant T.l.c. Framboos Glycolic Resurfacing Night Serum
The all-star lineup of ingredients in this serum is no joke. First, you'll find the brand's signature AHA blend of glycolic, tartaric and citric acid. Then, add our BHA fave—salicylic acid—and raspberry fruit extract and you have a night serum that checks all of the boxes. A drop or two is all you'll need to reap the benefits. Plus, it's a great spot treatment for any dark spots or budding blemishes.
10. Ren Clean Skincare Glycol Lactic Radiance Renewal Mask
This gentle mask features a powerhouse duo of AHAs (glycolic acid and lactic acid) to improve your skin's texture. The natural fruit-derived acids remove dead skin cells so dullness, hyperpigmentation and acne are out of the question. Leave it on for a few minutes, rinse and see the results for yourself.
11. Goopglow 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel
If you're ready to try an at-home peel, this GOOPGLOW one is a must. Packed with 15 percent glycolic acid, hyaluronic acid and Australian kakadu plum, the brightening peel pad exfoliates and hydrates skin with every swipe across your face.
12. Bliss That's Incredi-peel Glycolic Resurfacing Pad
The 10 percent glycolic acid in this peel pad is just what you need during your nightly skincare routine. Just wipe one over clean skin and let the ingredient improve your skin's tone and texture. Plus, the individual packets make it easy to toss in your bag for on-the-go treatments.
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Nowadays, people spend a fair amount of their daily time online. Whether on the phone, laptop, or computer, using advanced technology is an essential part of our lives – approximately 90% of the human population is working by using technology. And do not forget social media. Research and statistics state that, on average, people spend 5 or 6 hours daily on social media, not including work-related smartphone use.
As technology progresses, the same goes for the internet. Mainly, the internet is a useful tool for work and research. And for fun and individual pleasure, as well. However, when doing research on the internet, we can come across lots of inappropriate sites, articles, and media. And sometimes, if we are in the middle of something important and at the workplace, coming across vulgar content can be embarrassing. So, is there a way to avoid the inappropriateness? Yes, there is!
Have you ever heard about SFW and NSFW? To keep it short, SFW means "safe for work" – content that doesn't contain anything inappropriate or offensive. On the contrary, NSFW means "Not safe for work" – an acronym we can see very often when doing online research. Do you wonder what makes up NSFW content? Let's find out!
Not Safe for Work
The NSFW acronym can be found in many online articles and social media posts. Plus, there are a lot of websites marked as NSFW, or not safe for work. But what does that mean, exactly?
Not safe for work means that the content on the page include inappropriate or offensive elements. In other words, if you were to look at this kind of content while being at the workplace, chances are you might just be fired.
So, the NSFW is a kind of warning acronym placed on certain media or articles that gives off a hint that the content is considered inappropriate for viewing in a public place or at work.
Most of the time, the NSFW tag is related to pornographic content, nudity, or violence. Probably all of us have stumbled upon blurred images while surfing the internet. If the image is blurred or partially revealed, it means that the image is inappropriate for public viewing. Getting yourself fired over watching NSFW content while working is just not worth the hassle.
So, the acronym is there to save you from public embarrassment. Even though NSFW covers pretty much all things inappropriate you can think of, it's mainly used for tagging pornographic material. It's the trigger word that'll make you want to click the x to exit the page as quickly as possible if you are in a public place.
Where Can You Watch?
Sexual content is fine to watch – alone. However, being at your workplace and surrounded by colleagues – sexual content and graphic language is a huge No. Many sites, except the NSFW tag, offer the option for the user to block such content.
Now, what I said before doesn't apply to people working from home. People working remotely have all the freedom in the world to watch as much adult or any other content as they want during their workday. I mean, your boss is not there, HR is far away from you, so there's nothing around you preventing you from feeling frisky. Looking at sexually explicit content? Why not? In the end, no one is going to know – it's your own little secret.
On the other hand, people that tend to get aroused while at the workplace don't enjoy the same privilege as work-from-home people. Prying eyes are everywhere. Meaning, it is quite hard to be able to watch erotic content or NSFW stuff while working. Hard, but not impossible.
Tech wizards have found ways to go around this. One modern hack that you can opt for is using your smartphone. Just leave the work computer out of the picture and use your own phone. I mean, your boss is going to hate the fact you are on your phone while working, but hey – it is better than to catch you watching porn on your computer at work, right?
How to Watch NSFW Content?
If you place a privacy protector over your phone's screen, no one else will be able to watch it except you. Not even colleagues next to you. The same goes for the desktop monitor. You can put a privacy screen protector; however, it is safer to use your own phone.
Another thing you can do is switch the desktop. We all know that you can have multiple desktops open on a single computer. If you are working, you can have one desktop page for work and research and the other one for your guilty pleasures. Not easy to perform but not impossible. If you do this, just make sure it won't catch anyone's eyes.
To avoid getting caught browsing some NSFW content, you can position yourself to face the entrance. If your desk is in a corner, that means you can watch everyone, but no one is behind you, and no one can see exactly what you are doing on your computer. Just position your computer or laptop in a way that only you will be able to look at the screen, and you are good to go. Plus, if you are facing everybody, it is easier to see if anyone is approaching.
Browsing privately, especially if you are using the work computer, is a thing to consider. In the end, you want to cover your traces, am I right? Browsing in incognito mode will allow you to look about freely without cookies and passwords being saved on the work computer. Once you are done, simply close the browser, and voila – all the evidence is gone! But beware, work administrators can have access to your browsing history even when using incognito mode.
Open those tabs! Yes, you read well. Open as many tabs as you can. Everything related to work and all the research you must do – open it in a different tab. The more tabs, the better.
Why am I saying this? If you have a lot of tabs open, the name on the top will be shortened – meaning hard to read. If you see someone approaching you, just switch the tab to a different one that is not NSFW content. It is always better to be switching tabs because it looks like you are actually working and doing something productive.
Bottom Line
These are just a few examples left to share of how people can visit NSFW sites in a public place. And people have been doing it!
Surveys done by cyber security professionals state that 21% of the employees are visiting adult sites while working, and 21% of employees are trying to bypass web security only to have the pleasure of scrolling down on blacklisted websites. It is not recommended, however, people are doing it at their own risk.
In the end, the NSFW tag is placed there for a reason. The acronym clearly states that the content is not safe for work. Plus, it doesn't just pop up and open the page. The NSFW tag comes with a blurred screen that will only open if you click on the NSFW link attached to it. So, yes there is the option of avoiding it – of course, if you want to.
Coming from logic, erotic content and pornographic material is not something that's recommended to explore if you are not alone. And the NSFW tag is just there to make sure you will not embarrass yourself at work, and you won't make anyone else feel uncomfortable in your presence.


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Thomas Latimer is an English professional wrestler and actor. He has wrestled in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) under the ring name Bram, where he is a former one-time TNA King of the Mountain Champion. Latimer currently wrestles for the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA). Before signing with TNA, Latimer wrestled under the ring name Kenneth Cameron for World Wrestling Entertainment's (WWE) developmental territory NXT as a member of The Ascension.
In late 2010 Latimer signed with the WWE and on January 20, 2011, he debuted under the ring name, Kenneth Cameron for the company's developmental territory, Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW). Latimer teamed with fellow British debutant Monty Lynch in a losing effort against the FCW Florida Tag Team Champions, Damien Sandow, and Titus O'Neil in a non-title bout. The duo scored a victory in their first match in FCW a week later against Jacob Novak and an unknown wrestler. Cameron's first television appearances came in the form of losing to established FCW talent such as Brodus Clay.


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Describe Desmopressin drug .
Drug pharmacology, pharmacokinetics
Brand name
Generic name
Indications for use
Side effects
Pregnancy class
You must also perform a cost analysis of the drug.
Provide a patient case study on a patient in which you would utilize the drug you have selected and include at least two peer-reviewed evidence-based studies related to the drug.
What is your role as a Nurse Practitioner for prescribing this medication to this patient on your case study presentation?
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Right click your My Computer and go to Properties. Under "Advanced system settings" on the left, go to Advanced tab and select Performance Settings. Select option of "Adjust for best performance." That should uncheck all the options. You may want to keep the following:
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Specifically, Leopard's tar
command. Now it, when you are creating good old .tar.gz
archive, will also try to slip into it a bunch of files with names like ._.foo.xml, if your archive to contain foo.xml file.
Wisdom of internets (Leopard's tar is broken, OSX considered harmful) pointed to the solution:
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Jodi Schellenberg reports:
Another reporting error has been made — but this one isn't the Prince Albert Parkland Health Region's fault.
The eHealth Saskatchewan, the Treasury Board Crown Corporation responsible for the implementation of the provincial electronic health record, mistakenly faxed 18 results in the province to a private residence.
Out of those results, one patient was from the PAPHR, said Doug Dahl, communications director of PAPHR.
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Rex Steven Wilson, Sr., 63 of Inverness, FL died on November 17, 2018 at his home. Rex was born on September 9, 1955 in Camp Eta Jima, Japan, the son of the late Frederick and Ruby Wilson. He has a Master's in Psychology. Rex was a Psychological Councilor for the State of Florida Department of Corrections. He moved to Inverness in 1974 from Kentucky. He was catholic.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Diane Wilson.
Survivors include his wife Michele M. Wilson of Inverness, FL; three sons, Graham, Vaughn and Rex S. Wilson, Jr. and his fiancée' Mallory Niver of Inverness, FL; daughter Myriah Shirling and her husband Nathanial of Westminster, CO.; brother Frederick D. Wilson of Kentucky; sister Lisa Ueltschi of Boca Raton, FL; grandson Candon Rex Wilson of Inverness, FL; nephew Michael Watson; step children, Richard Parrish and his wife Amy, Amber Grail and her husband John T.; step grandchildren, Krysta Milidantri, Jeffery Parrish, Michael Parrish and Layla Grail; and one great grandson Liam Struble.
Visitation will be held from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Monday, December 10, 2018 at the Heinz Funeral Home in Inverness, FL. The Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:00 am on Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at Our Lady Of Fatima Catholic Church in Inverness, FL. Father Timothy Cummings will preside. Interment will be at the Florida National Cemetery on Wednesday, December 12, 2018. Those wishing to attend may join the funeral procession which will leave the Heinz Funeral Home at 9:00 am. Graveside services are at 10:00 am. Heinz Funeral Home & Cremation, Inverness, FL, heinzfh.com
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Super Tuesday is finally here and Oklahoma is getting in on the fun, as eligible voters across the state will be able to go to the polls and cast a ballot for who they feel should be the nominee for the 2020 general election in November.
In Tuesday's Presidential Preferential Primary election, voters will only be able to cast a vote for those with the party affiliation in which they are registered. Registered Independents can only vote in the Democratic Party Primary election. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday. Early voting is taking place on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Osage County Election Board Office in Pawhuska. Sample ballots are available at elections.ok.gov. If you have any questions, you may call the Osage County Election Board Office at 918-287-3036. Comments are closed.


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November 28, 2017
As you sat down for Thanksgiving dinner, the Brazilians had jumped 11 points in their 2017-18 bean planting, to 84%. According to a report by Globo Rural, a magazine, that means they made a lot of progress quickly, as the national planting rate is a point ahead of last year's pace, and over the 79% that's the five-year average for the week.
Not all of that, of course, is the same across the country. Planting season for farmers down south, in Rio Grande do Sul—Brazil's number-three soybean state—starts later than across the rest of the country, and they're estimated at just 71% done planting beans, compared to 88% just a bit farther north, in number-two soy state Parana.
And it's in southern Parana where Rodolpho Werneck Botelho produces soy and corn, aside from Angus cattle. He told me main-crop corn planting was set back this season in his area due to dry weather, and by the time soy planting came around, things got wet across the western part of his state.
Soy planting just about over
"We down here in the southern part of the state have it a little colder, and so we're heading into the end of planting, though it's a little later than normal for the area," he said over the weekend. "Some producers will finish early this week, and the rest should finish up by the end of the month."
This presents less of a problem for Botelho because, while Parana produces more second-crop corn than anywhere in Brazil not named "Mato Grosso," they do that mostly out in the western part of the state, toward the borders with Paraguay and Argentina.
Botelho is likely to cut back his main-crop corn this year. He says the usual cropping mix in southern Parana is 33% main-crop corn, and 67% soy. "But that ratio of corn has been coming down year after year," he says. "High costs and low or negative income. Currently on our property, we're at 15 to 20 percent corn in the crop rotation."
La Nina brings caution
But he says don't look for his colleagues in places like Mato Grosso to cut second-crop corn production. After all, Chinese purchases of U.S. corn this season appear to be slowing down, and South America is likely to take up much of any slack.
Overall, Botelho says, Brazilian farmers are cautious about this year, and yields may end up lower than optimum "due to the likely La Nina, which should bring less rain."
The opinions of the author are not necessarily those of Farm Futures or Farm Progress.
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Sharman J. Charles
Maintaining healthy choices may be difficult for limited-resource individuals and families. Many times, limited-resource families live in areas with inadequate access to health care and healthy food options. Because of unhealthy eating habits and reduced access to physical activity, limited-resource families run higher risks for diabetes, heart disease, stroke, hypertension and other diseases.
Since 1969, the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program has educated limited-resource families and youth in Louisiana, teaching them to develop skills to make healthy changes that will lead to improved diets and nutritional well-being. Through EFNEP's "hands-on" approach, participants learn to make behavioral changes and improve the nutritional quality of meals for their families.
Prior to nutrition education, the participant said, "I had
heard about this program and knew people who enjoyed it, but I didn't become
interested in learning about nutrition until my doctor told me about my health
Since finishing the EFNEP program the participant said, "I try my very hardest to stick to eating a variety of foods, like chicken, turkey, popcorn, lots of fruits and vegetables, very few sodas, and plenty of water." She also stated, "When I went to my doctor for a checkup, he was very pleased with my weight loss, and I plan to continue eating my new diet and walking regularly."
As a result of participating in the EFNEP program, a youth participant was able to understand MyPlate and place the food items in the right food groups. The participant said, "Learning about nutrition each month really helped me learn how to have a healthy diet" (after being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes at 10 years old). The youth participant also said, "I've learned how important it is to watch my diet and how not to eat junk foods like I used to."
After completing the series of youth nutrition lessons, the
youth was able to build a healthy plate and help his mom meal plan and prepare
his meals to fit his diet. The
participant said, "My A1C is at a good level, and I know it's because I'm
learning nutrition."
The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program's mission is to empower families to make informed decisions about meal management. Here is confirmation that the EFNEP program is changing lives.
If you or someone you know is interested in participating in
the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP), contact your nearest
LSU AgCenter Extension Service office.
Sharman J. Charles, Instructor (EFNEP Program Director)
School of Nutrition and Food Sciences
This material is based upon work that is supported by the
National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture. Any
opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this
publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view
of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Visit the LSU AgCenter website.
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Wayne Rooney drops Man Utd manager hint; names one thing new boss has to be given
Wayne Rooney has urged Manchester United to be patient with their next manager, but admits he would "love" to one day manage the Old Trafford giants or Everton.
The 36-year-old is doing a fine job in trying circumstances in his first managerial role at Derby, with the cash-strapped Rams pushing to stay in the Championship despite an uncertain backdrop and point deductions.
Rooney recently turned down the chance to speak to former club Everton about succeeding Rafael Benitez and United will assess their options after Ralf Rangnick's interim stint ends in the summer.
The Red Devils stumbled to a 1-1 draw at rock-bottom Burnley on Tuesday and their all-time top scorer believes the road back to the summit will require patience with the club's next permanent manager.
"They're obviously going through a difficult period," Rooney said.
"In my opinion, what they need – whether it's Rangnick or whether it's a new manager at the end of the season – is someone to go in and have time. Have time to build a squad.
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"I think the next three years certainly is going to be very difficult to win the Premier League.
"They need to give someone that time to build a squad and then really challenge for the big prizes, which a club like Manchester United needs to be doing."
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Rooney has United, Everton dream
Asked if he would like to be the United manager one day, Rooney said: "Of course. Of course I would. I think at the minute obviously my focus is on Derby County and us staying up.
"But Manchester United, Everton (are) the two clubs who are very close to me, and hopefully one day in the future if I can manage one of them two clubs it would be a great achievement for me."
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