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A popular prophet and Biafra activist, Anthony Nwoko has been brutally murdered in his Enugu residence. Until recently, Nwoko was a close ally of leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, who prayed for him and the group.
Saturday Sun gathered that the man of God said to be in his late 60s was gruesomely murdered by unknown assailants last Sunday night, at his apartment located at No. 18 Ezebinugwu Street, beside Bright Land International School, Ugbene II, in the Trans-Ekulu-Nike area of Enugu. Nwoko hailed from Umuahia in Abia state.
Nwoko lived alone, so, it was gathered that his assailants had easy access to his apartment way without any hindrance but his death became known when a neighbour who noticed that the door of his apartment was ajar; entered after calling him for a while and saw the man in the pool of his blood. It was at that point that the caretaker of the compound was called, then the police were alerted and they came to the scene.
Information about his death however got to newsmen on Thursday night while the Enugu police spokesman, Ebere Amaraizu confirmed the death on Friday, saying the Commissioner of police, Suleman Balarabe had directed the homicide unit to commence investigation into the brutal murder.
Before his death, Nwoko had taken to the social media, particularly Facebook to speak about his relationship with Kanu, which according to him, went sour after the IPOB leader made him relocate from Lagos to Enugu only to abandon him.
His last posts on Facebook were at about 1:40pm on April 14, where he uploaded various online reports of his views on Biafra agitation including video clips from Kpakpando TV. He had in press conferences on January 8 and March 18, 2019 respectively, accused Kanu and some other pro-Biafra campaigners of turning the agitation to money making venture.
In fact, he had clearly raised the alarm that he was receiving death threats from members of IPOB over his bribery allegations against their leader, Kanu.
The cleric had claimed that Kanu collected huge sums of monies as bribe from the presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, in the build up to the February 23 election to rescind the election boycott order issued by the pro-Biafra group.
"They have been calling me with different lines, making different phone calls, threatening my life. They are calling me fake because I stand by the truth. I went to Kuje prison to pray for Nnamdi Kanu and the next court case he was released.
"I went to Affara-Ukwu to tell him the way forward; he did not listen. Many people are not listening to the voice of God and they want me to be that way. Prophet Nwoko says no. I will never compromise.
"Even if they kill me, I will return with the light of heaven. I am not afraid of the people of the world. I am telling Uche Mefor and IPOB to stop threatening my life. Let me put this straight to everyone; I am ready to die standing by the truth because that is what Jesus Christ came for. If everybody will keep quiet, this nation will be destroyed. If everybody will keep quiet, Biafra will not come. Let people know the truth."
However, IPOB's deputy leader, Uche Mefor, who replied Nwoko then, described him as an ingrate who had benefited so much from IPOB leader, Kanu.
Mefor had said: "Let it be on record that Nnamdi Kanu rescued fake prophet Nwoko from destitution on the streets of Ajegunle in Lagos where he was dumped following his deportation from the United States.
"It was the same Nnamdi Kanu that took him to Enugu and later paid for his accommodation. Even from prison Nnamdi Kanu authorised for him to be moved to a one-bed apartment, which he paid for from detention in Kuje. This prophet of Baal visited Afaraukwu in 2017 to felicitate with Kanu and to ask for more money to open a ministry and be like Father Mbaka, but Kanu turned him down and since then he has been bitter."
IPOB has also denied having a hand in the death of Nwoko and blamed the government and its security agencies which they said could go to any length to tarnish the popularity of the group.
Reacting to Nwoko's death, yesterday, IPOB's Director of Media and Publicity, Emma Powerful, stated that the spate of abductions and killings across Biafra land recently, was enough proof that the security agencies would commit whatever atrocity they can, in the hope of implicating IPOB.
"IPOB is well aware that Nigerian government and her security agencies will go to any length to stain our unimpeachable reputation in the hope of using it as a cover to continue their ongoing unreported war against IPOB," he stated.
He further warned the media to be mindful in order not to prejudice the reportage of the yet to be investigated circumstances surrounding the passing of the prophet.


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No one can completely predict how their career progression will evolve.
People learn, they make mistakes, they take inspired risks, they benefit from luck, they fail to capitalise on chances.
However, there are some actions that are almost universally likely to boost your rate of success and failure moving forward.
These are some of the key dos and don'ts when it comes to career progression:
Do: Take calculated risks
Sometimes you may need to look for a new job to boost your career progression opportunities, even if you're perfectly comfortable where you are. That comfortable feeling can lapse into mediocrity and a lack of motivation in your work, and you have no idea why you're sitting in the same seat 20 years later.
Don't: Resist change
Companies change for reasons that are positive or negative, but rarely for reasons that are unnecessary. Sitting moaning about an operational change is one thing, but refusing to embrace it or even taking on what new learning needs to be tackled is another. Note that you may struggle at first and that's acceptable as long as you show willingness; showing that you don't want to participate is a one-way ticket to stagnation in your career.
Do: Improve yourself – socially as well as professionally
You'll probably already be looking for opportunities to learn which don't need to be on the job – networking opportunities, reading industry publications and making the most of your commute – but what about as a person? Participate in non-work related conversation and network at social events and activities, as this will allow you to build a relationship with other members of your company, that you might not be able on a day-to-day basis.
Don't: Hide in your office/department and fail to learn
Viewing failures as an opportunity to learn is an invaluable skill for success. Asking for constructive feedback from your colleagues, or leaders of different business functions would really help your career progression. These individuals are often willing to give their advice.
Do: More than the bare minimum
If a project is just passable, then it isn't good enough. You're aiming to impress and excel in equal measure, and ward off any suggestions of complacency or a lack of positivity. Employers today want to work with individuals who add value to their organisation.
Don't: Fail to apply for additional projects, promotions, and internal moves
When a company expands or your immediate manager leaves you may be one of those people who say: "Right, I'm applying for that tonight" – and then it never happens. Putting your hand up to lead on new projects, or take on more responsibilities signals to your manager that you are willing to progress in your career. As PT Barnum said: "Without promotion something terrible happens… nothing".
About the author
Phil Sheridan is Senior Managing Director at Robert Half UK. Robert Half is a specialised recruitment consultancy and member of the S&P 500. Founded in 1948, the company has over 325 offices worldwide providing temporary, interim and permanent recruitment solutions for accounting and finance, financial services, technology, creative and administrative professionals. roberthalf.co.uk and twitter.com/roberthalfuk.

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Spokane residents know some divorces are full of fights, disagreements and endless points of contention. Whether the battle stems from child custody issues or, division of assets, divorces can get ugly quickly. The process is chalked full of emotion and it is understandable why so many divorcees feel the strain and stress of the process. The end of a marriage can be tumultuous and painful event, where emotions are heightened and the stakes are high.
In most cases, spouses want a fair and speedy divorce. However one couple is making headlines for an astonishing divorce process, one that has gone on for 17 years. After a marriage of 10 years, the couple decided to divorce however that was far from the end of their courtroom saga. The case is made even more baffling by the fact that both spouses are law professors. The prolonged feud has spanned nearly two decades and has been so acrimonious at times that judges have reprimanded their behavior.
Over the course of the couple's divorce proceedings, there has been police intervention, custody lost and complaints filed by judges on the case. While the actual divorce was granted after five years, the ex-spouses have filed 28 additional cases against each other. As a result, judges are calling disciplinary actions and the couple is infamous in the local legal community. With three additional cases outstanding, the saga appears anything but concluded.
While each divorce case varies in both length and complexity, many divorces average six to nine months. For couples with children the process typically can be completed within a year. While length may vary, it is almost certain that emotions will run high. Stress, agitation, anger and sadness are all common feelings divorcees experience. It is critical to remember that your behavior and actions throughout the proceedings can affect your long term financial, emotional and familial situation.
For Spokane residents contemplating divorce, an attorney can help preliminarily evaluate your case and provide an overview of the process. While difficult to pinpoint the exact timetable of dissolution proceedings, being amicable and willing to compromise will surely speed the process along so you may begin writing the next chapter of your life.
Source: Cincinnati.com, "Court calls law profs' 17-year divorce fight 'appalling'," Aug. 11, 2013


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I first heard this song at the Act Like Men Conference, but I had forgot about it. It just popped back in my head today, and I am thinking that this would be great for Edgewood Baptist Church!
Let me know if you like this song...
July 12, 2014
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First brake also need to help. When the driver treads on the brake pedal, the pedal-connected push rod transmits force to the vacuum booster. A vacuum booster is a device that passes the torque amplification and then transmits it to the hydraulic brake master pump for braking by pressure difference between the atmosphere and the vacuum. The vacuum source is produced by the negative pressure of the engine. Electric vehicles or electrically driven plug-in hybrid vehicles cannot obtain a stable vacuum source because they do not have an engine or an engine that does not work. At the same time, the new energy model itself needs to be as far as possible through the power motor for braking energy recovery, how to coordinate the distribution of the two brake power is a great challenge.
One way to deal with the challenge of new energy vehicles is to use electronic vacuum pumps. But the electronic vacuum pump needs to continue to operate, compares the fuel consumption. At the same time, once the electronic vacuum pump failure The entire braking system will lose the vacuum booster, affect the reliability. Another smarter way is to use an electronically controlled braking system.
Traditional brake system + Electronic Vacuum pump + electromechanical brake caliper.
The traditional brake system driver treads on the brake pedal, through the push plate through the vacuum booster amplifier torque to the brake master pump. The braking total pump drives the hydraulic system to transmit the braking force to the/braking anti-lock/electronic stabilizing system controller. /Then assigns the braking force to four wheels according to the condition of the vehicle.
Audi Q5 Hybrid version of the EHCB electro-hydraulic control brake system consists of electronic vacuum pump, ESP brake electronic stability system unit, brake pedal, front axle hydraulic disc brake, electronic handbrake switch, sensor array, can communication bus and electromechanical brake calipers.
The brake caliper, as shown in the picture, converts the output of the brushless DC motor from the torque to the linear motion torque through the gearbox. The braking torque of the rear axle can be controlled electronically. So as to make up for the shortage of electronic vacuum pump reliability.


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Lately, United States diplomacy has been bad-rapped on global scale. This is primarily because of the Bush administration's war policy. As a result, some U.S. allies had turned to bitching antagonists; e.g. French former president openly criticized U.S. war in Iraq. However, the newly elected French President, Nicolas Sarkozy had normalized U.S – French relationship during a recent visit to United State.
Given the fact that France are among the major opposers of the U. S. war efforts, who would have thought that a French company, Airbus -EADS, would be allowed to bid for a major military contract in U.S. I mean, while the relationship was still strained between the two countries over war in Iraq. Isn't this an irony? Here is why it is: France did not support United State war efforts and ended up winning one of the most lucrative defense contracts in U.S. history – $37 billion-up deal which could balloon to $100 billion at completion. Adding salt to the injury, this contract was awarded at the expense of an American company, Boeing, one of the most reputable companies on the planet.
I know some would argue that America is free market, which is what capitalism is all about; the foreign companies are involved with U.S. partners, and yari! ya! riya! For instance, today's New York Times editorial supports the contract, citing backlash from the Europeans if U.S. kill the deal. According to the NY Times, "Boeing claimed that if it had won the contract, it would have created 44,000 jobs in this country. The [Airbus] EADS-Northrop group says its tanker will support [not create] 25,000 jobs here." Then the editorial concluded that if the deal is prevented "It would also be bad diplomacy and bad business. And that can't be good for the country." Sorry Times, that argument is not strong enough to give American jobs away.
Yes, U.S. is open to foreign businesses and that is part of what make this country great. But this is an intelligence (military) contract that should be fully made in America, at least, for security reasons. Besides, it's about tens of $billions of tax-payers' money which should remain in the U.S. economy instead of France. In logic, other super powers would not award such contracts such to outsiders except if their indigenous defense contractors are absolutely incompetence. Boeing can have its flaws, tell me which great company wasn't built on trials and errors. Boeing should have learned some lessons and the company can measure up to Airbus-EADS, if not better.
Clearly, no defense contract in any nation can be awarded without consent from its policy makers. As reported, some powerful politicians, including John McCain, facilitated the deal in favor of the Airbus & Co. One the hand, Senator Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama favor the American Boeing company. I think concurring with the latter makes more economic sense for United States. Senator McCain's lack of economy knowledge can not be excused, especially in the forthcoming presidential debates.
"The world would be happier if its leaders had more vision and fewer nightmares." – Vern McLellan (WWQ)
UPDATES: The Fights continue on this contract as of June 18. More reports in the following links:
Audit Says Tanker Deal Is Flawed (NY Times)
McCain: Tanker report unfortunate for taxpayers (NYT)
Boeing wins key round in Air Force tanker protest (AP)
U.S. Auditors Bash Air Force Over Refueling Tanker (Reuters)


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What you are promoting plan is an essentially a part of your small business success strategy. Updating your plan keeps your company and workers centered on the identical targets, and may even enliven your business as you hit milestones, and work towards reaching new ones. You can visit our small business encyclopedia to study extra about enterprise plans or our FormNet space to get the necessary types to get began.
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In the event that they like what they see in the executive summary, they're going to typically follow up with a request for a whole plan, a pitch presentation, and different knowledge about your online business. They are the drivers of growth for your enterprise model and your monetary plan.
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How to Create System Image Backup in Windows 10, 8 or 7 OS.
Last updated on October 23rd, 2018
A System Image backup is an exact copy of your hard drive, which contains all the required Windows settings, programs and personal files, in order to restore you PC and all files after a disaster. In fact, if you have a system image backup you can restore your system exactly as it was when you performed the backup.
System Image backups, are very useful, because you can easily restore your system to a previously 100% working state (with all customizations and installed programs), especially if Windows fails to boot or if you cannot regain your system's functionality after reverting to a previous System Restore point.
Keep in mind that, System Image backups are different than System Restore points, because rolling back your system to a previous state (using System Restore), means that you are partially restoring it to a time that it worked normally and without affecting your personal files. On the other hand, if you recover your system from a system image backup (aka "System Image Recovery"), it means that you 'll be fully restoring your system as it was at the date when the image was created and all your personal files which were created after the date of system image creation will be lost.
In fact, System Image Backups are an exact copy of the state of Windows Settings, Programs and Personal files at the time when you backed up the system image. If you want to always have a recent copy of your personal files to avoid data loss, then read the following tutorials:
- How to Backup and Restore your Personal Files with Windows Backup.
- How to Backup Personal Files with SyncBack Free
This tutorial contains detailed instructions to take a full backup copy (System Image) of your current Windows configuration (settings and installed programs), in order to fully recover your system.
- Related article: How to Restore a System Image Backup in Windows 10, 8 or 7 OS.
How to Create a System Image in Windows 10/8/7 OS.
Method 1. Create a System Image with Backup and Restore.
Method 2. Create a System Image using WBADMIN command.
Method 1. Create a System Image with Backup and Restore.
1. Open Windows Control Panel, set the "View By:" to Small icons and open Backup and Restore.
2. Select Create a System Image on the left.
3. Then select the destination* to save the System Image and click Next. At this example I have chosen to save the image to the drive E:, which is the secondary partition on my main disk.
* Note: For backup destination it's better to choose another physical hard disk with enough free space, to avoid to lose your backups if the installed disk fails.
4. Finally review your backup settings and if they are OK, click Start Backup.
Method 2. Create a System Image using WBADMIN command.
The next method to create a system image backup, in Windows 10, 8 or 7, is by using the "WBADMIN" command, which enables you to back up and restore your operating system, volumes, files, folders, and applications from a command prompt.
As I mentioned above, a full system image backup must contain all the critical files needed to properly restore your system after a PC disaster. To accomplish this requirement, you must include in the backup, the system drive (e.g. the drive "C:") and the system partitions (e.g. the "System Reserved" partition). So, let's start…
1. In Windows Explorer note the drive letter of the backup destination (e.g. "E:")
2. Then, open Command Prompt as Administrator. (Command Prompt (Admin))
3. At command prompt window, give the following command and hit Enter: *
- wbAdmin start backup -backupTarget:E: -include:C: -allCritical -quiet
* Notes: At the "backupTarget" switch, replace the drive letter "E", according to your backup destination drive letter.
4. Now wait until the backup is finished and you 're done.
That's it! Let me know if this guide has helped you by leaving your comment about your experience. Please like and share this guide to help others.


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2015 Fantasy football favorites!
Well it seems that Fantasy Football is just around the corner! I've decided to announce my "Perfect fantasy team" for the upcoming season. Obviously no one will be able to get all these players but these are my picks for best at the each position on a standard FF team:
QB- Andrew Luck: This pick was an easy one unless you include a man by the name of Aaron Rodgers in the conversation. I'll be the first to admit that Rodgers has a terrific chance at proving me wrong but Luck is my pick this year. With the obvious skill of T.Y. Hilton and his 1,400 yards last season this target speaks for himself. However, my pick for Andrew Luck comes also because of the addition of Andre Johnson. I don't buy into the talk of Johnson's demise just quite yet. Johnson now has a real quarterback to play for and Luck has another great target to work with. When you mix Luck's raw quarterback ability with his running capabilities and his receivers it's a no brainer to take him as your quarterback in my opinion.
RB- Marshawn Lynch: Just an FYI: I seem to be disagreeing pretty heavily with most experts on my RB choices. I won't comment much on Bell except that being two games short with an RB of that caliber is a huge hit to a FF owners team. Maybe as a second RB if you want, but I couldn't see grabbing him that early either if you want my honest opinion. Plenty of great backs in the league right now. Beast Mode has proven over and over that he can compete for that No. 1 RB in the league category with ease. The NFC West division title seem almost guaranteed to the Seahawks in 2015 and most would assume based on the recent history that Lynch will be a big reason why. With the success the Seahawks have seen over the few years I highly doubt they change-up the way they use Lynch. Expect him to be his normal 12 TD with 1,300 yards self in the 2015 season. To those of you asking yourself "Why is AP not his first?", well, I don't buy it. Simple as that. If you aren't happy that he isn't my first you certainly won't be happy that he isn't my second choice either. After what he has been through I sincerely doubt his mental game will be what it was. I expect to see a very different Peterson this year than what we are used to.
RB- Jamaal Charles: To be completely honest, if circumstances were different with Demarco Murray, I'd have him in this spot. Since he (Murray) is on a brand new team with a brand new system I just can't see him beating out Charles who's in a fairly weak looking AFC West. Bell is not here either because his season is now shortened by two games and that is worth a lot in fantasy football. As history shows, the Raiders are actually the team that gives Charles the most trouble. Although, he still averages four yards per carry against them which isn't exactly "chump change" yards. The Broncos and Chargers have both taken significant blows to their TE situations over the offseason. I typically wouldn't say that it would impact how many minutes the offense can stay on the field but both players (Gates and Thomas) happen to be TE superstars. I think that Jamaal sees the field more than ever against both of those teams this year and considering he averages almost six yards per carry against them I think his numbers will be pretty darn good.
WR- Antonio Brown: It'll be really hard to repeat the same success Antonio Brown had last year but I believe he will. This one of those picks that simply doesn't take much explaining because it's not a certain feeling or bias opinion. It is a pick based on numbers and numbers don't lie, especially in fantasy football. Brown had more TD's, first downs, targets, receptions, and yards last year than any of his previous years. With Big Ben still in the mix it would be a shocker to see that sort of success come to a stop any time soon. I think we will see a very similar outcome to the AFC North next year and if we do you can bet Antonio Brown will be returning the same numbers to the field that he did last season. 1,700 yards speaks for itself.
WR- Odell Beckham Jr.: I am typically VERY reluctant to give too much praise to a brand new rookie. However, anyone who watched him last year would have a hard time not agreeing that he was great. A terrific college career, followed by a dominating first season in the pros, leaves me believing that we are witnessing the making of the next great WR in the league. If the O-line can keep pressure off Eli then I expect him to use Beckham quite often this season. He is expected, by most experts, to be around the 5-7 rank range among WRs and I think that is selling him short. Since Victor Cruz is coming off a fairly serious injury the WR will be thrown to in limited amounts leaving Beckham open to a throw happy Eli Manning. I believe Beckham will again have a great season and he will fight all year to stay between the 1-3 rank overall in the NFL.
TE- Jimmy Graham: 1- It's Jimmy Graham. 2- It's the Seattle Seahawks/Russell Wilson. To be quite honest I'm not sure that this should need anymore explanation than that. I suppose you can go with Gronk but without Brady in the mix for the first four games I don't see him getting his traditional points. Either one is safe but when/if I get my pick of the two I am certainly going with Graham. With all that said, if somehow Brady's four game suspension gets lifted then I too would be going with Gronk as my TE. Four games without the QB you built your empire with is just too many in my opinion. Watch for Graham to get 140-150 points this year while Gronk picks up second place with around 130 or under.
Flex- Matt Forte: OK… Before anyone eats me alive for not picking AP, Anderson, Bell or Lacy here please let me explain. I have already said that I am not buying into the same AP that used to be on the field. I don't think he and the team will ever have the same relationship again and that will certainly affect their chemistry. Anderson is running with a great group of backs and a brand new coach which will take some adjustment. I'm not saying his season won't go well, but why take the gamble when there are still a bunch of great consistent players to choose from for flex? Bell is simple… two game suspension doesn't get him on my perfect team because he doesn't have a full season. Period. I have absolutely no reason to not have Lacy in this spot to be completely honest. However, I will go on the record saying that Lacy's worst games are much worse than Forte's. Both are tremendous backs but Forte doesn't have 1 point games, especially when he gets the ball 11 times that game. Lacy had 4 games at 5 points or less while Forte only had two. He also had more 20+ point games than Lacy did last year. Lacy had more TD's but I'm a huge fan of consistency and in that category Forte has him beat by quite a bit.
K- Justin Tucker: Can't spend much time here because realistically you could pick probably 10 different kickers who could be the perfect fantasy kicker. I was lucky enough to have Justin Tucker last year and he did great. He gets this spot for two reasons and two reasons only: 1- Ravens are a good team and they WILL get down the field leaving him plenty of kicking opportunities. 2- Tucker has the highest accuracy (whole career) of any kicker in NFL history. Granted, it has only been three seasons but a kicker like him doesn't just suddenly slow down.
D/ST- Seahawks: I really wanted to pick the Bills here because I was a big fan of what they accomplished last year. Couldn't do it though. Losing a player like Alonso and then adding, in my opinion, one of the worst coaches available (Rex Ryan) just won't warrant a realistic possible repeat of last season. Don't get me wrong, I don't expect them to have a bad season on the defensive side but I don't expect to see 19 interceptions again either. The Seahawks are simply a force that no one has really been able to over come on a consistent basis and they averaged almost 1 interception per game last year which is really good. They aren't perfect, but neither is any other team's D/ST. As talented as they are on the offensive side you'd have to be a fool to not recognize the role that the defensive played and I have no problem saying that they (defense) are exactly half the reason the Seahawks have seen two Superbowl's in a row. I'd be happy with the Texans or Rams as my defensive position for sure but if I get first pick it's got to be the Seahawks.
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The online ad was intended for a feminist event for high school girls scheduled to take place in Incheon on Aug. 11. The event aims to educate young women on gender-based oppression, especially body shaming, as well as the pressure on women to a certain way to please others.
Participants will also be educated on the "corset-free" movement, a local campaign that resists gendered lookism by, for example, encouraging women to deliberately not wear makeup. Many Korean employers, especially those in the service and retail sectors, require female employees to be meticulously groomed at work.
|A South Korean feminist ad that has been disapproved by Facebook for its inclusion of nudity (circled in red). (Incheon Woman Line/ Yonhap).
According to event organizer Incheon Woman Line, the group tried to advertise the event on Facebook using its paid service, but was rejected by Facebook authorities because the illustration contained nudity.
The ad depicts seven hand-drawn young women gradually transforming from looking the same -- with well-groomed long hair, skirts and polished makeup -- to each developing her own style, including short hair dyed blue and a baggy baseball uniform. One of the post-transformation women is depicted half-naked, revealing her breasts.
According to Facebook's advertising policies, ads on Facebook must not contain adult content, which includes "nudity, depictions of people in explicit or suggestive positions, or activities that are overly suggestive or sexually provocative."
"We regret Facebook's decision to simply consider our ad as a form of 'adult content,' without making any effort to understand the context," the organization said in a statement.
"We wonder if this is Facebook's way of opposing a feminist movement that resists gendered lookism. We ask Facebook to reconsider its decision, by re-reviewing our ad as content that promotes and fights for gender equality."
This is not Facebook's first conflict with a Korean feminist group. Earlier this year, Facebook deleted a post by another Korean women's group that contained a photograph of a woman revealing her breasts to protest sexism.
Facebook restored the photo following the group's protest rally in front of the company's Seoul office.
In regard to the ad by Incheon Woman Line, however, Facebook has said unlike the restored photo which was personal content, no ads on Facebook can contain nudity, regardless of whether it contains sexual connotation or not.
Not all Korean women endorse the corset-free movement. Some have openly opposed the campaign, saying the movement itself is another form of oppression against women.
"I like to put makeup on for my own pleasure," wrote one woman on Twitter. "No one should be forced to wear makeup if she doesn't want to. But forcing a woman not to wear makeup, even if she enjoys it, is another form of repression. We should be able to do whatever we want."
By Claire Lee (firstname.lastname@example.com)


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|13 Jul 2009
Windows 7 Professional x64
Here's how I got mine to work:
- go here: Microsoft Update Catalog (you will prolly have to install an ActiveX thingy)
- search: laserjet 1200 windows 7
- check the results you found with what Architecture you need (x86, amd64, ia64)
- add it to your basket, close popup info window
- click on "View Basket" at top right of results
- click "Download" button, select what drive or folder to save to
- click "Continue" .. wait for it to be done
- Once done unzip all files (mine where in "E:\Microsoft driver update for HP LaserJet 1200 Series PCL 5\AMD64-bg_zh-tw_cs_da_de_el_en_es_fi_fr_he_hu_it_ko_nl_no_pl_pt-br_ro_ru_hr_sk_sv_th_tr_sl_et_lv_lt_zh-cn_pt_ja-nec-4188_bacd1413e93b4a6362d9a2ca653c869f1c02f6f7"
- Startup Device Manager, right click "Other Device" LaserJet 1200
- update driver, goto folder where you unzipped files
- Update!
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text: Home > Diet and nutrition > How to lose weight sensibly 04 January 2018 8 vital questions you should ask before trying to lose weight Here's how to tailor your training and diet so you meet your overall goals. 0 Questions you should ask yourself before trying to lose weight. ~ Vit & Min doses per day » Count calories in food » Is my vegetarian diet balanced? » Ask The Dietitians » 10 foods to boost your immune system Your quick guide to Banting It can be hard to keep up with the barrage of diet trends and bold claims that promise to help you reach that feel-great weight, and if you're struggling to drop kilos and improve your race times, it is even more difficult to wade through the tidal waves of advice. What's more, nutrition guidance for runners often contradicts even the most conventional dieting advice.To get you started on a path to weight-loss success through running, ask yourself these key questions about your running and diet goals before you dive in head first.1. Does this training programme fit my lifestyle?Some people try to follow off-the-shelf training approaches, or follow a coach's training advice to the letter of the law. Most of the time, generic training advice will only work if it is adapted to fit the rhythms of your everyday life – and your unique needs, goals and time constraints.If you're following a training programme that requires three or four uninterrupted hours for a long run or demands two workouts on a single day, you need to know if you can reasonably do that. If not, be willing to adapt that programme to fit your schedule so you don't get discouraged and go off track.2. What are my unique eating challenges?Some people can only shed weight if they keep sugary foods out of sight, while others can only drop unwanted weight by making small, incremental changes. Do some critical thinking about where your trouble spots are – like eating before bed or indulging on the weekend – so you can map out your own personal plan for improvement.3. Do I hold myself hostage to high standards?Whether it's logging 160-kilometre months or glimpsing that dream pace, it is powerful and confidence boosting to see what we can do with intense focus. But if you hold your training hostage to the fastest or farthest you've ever run – or what your younger body could do – you're setting yourself up for chronic disappointment.Think instead: How many kilometres and what kinds of training loads are sustainable before my body, schedule, relationships and work performance start breaking down? Pace your training the same way you would an easy run, and ease into a rhythm that feels sustainable enough that you could maintain it for a very long time.4. Can I sustain this particular diet?If an approach to eating feels like a sacrifice, ultimately it's going to backfire. If your daily diet is too expensive, inconvenient, lacks a balance of the right nutrients, leaves you feeling depleted or feels like you're punishing yourself, it's not going to last.When trying different eating approaches ask, "Can I maintain this for the rest of my life if I had to?" That answer can change as your schedule, body, metabolism and training changes.5. What are the main 'priorities' with my running?In your running life, the one thing that should not change over time is the enjoyment and good health you get from running.Keep "happiness" as the one non-negotiable of your running and be flexible enough to let all other factors – PB goals, weekly mileage, terrain and racing schedule – evolve. If you handcuff your running "identity" to a single type of training, race distance or a specific number of kilometres logged, burnout and injury are all but guaranteed.6. 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Casinos have a global tradition of working towards absorbing their guests into the gambling world. This doesn't change online. Online casinos attract their guests using free entry and slots while land-based casinos create a lucrative and absorbing environment. Many other things are different between the two though. Here is a list of the main differences between online casinos like Grand Mondial Casino and land-based casinos.
1- Speed of Play
Online gaming is fast and accurate. A player determines how quickly he wishes to play. Entry and withdrawal are all within seconds of his reach. In Land-based casinos, this is not the case. The player has to go along with the pace of other players and the casino. In addition, since land-based casinos try to keep the guests within the casino for prolonged periods, the atmosphere within it is too relaxed.
2- Money withdrawal
Money withdrawal takes time in online casinos. Just like any dealing over the internet takes verification time and processing time, money cannot be withdrawn instantly. On the other hand, in land-based casinos money can be cashed out instantly. There is no lag time and a player can walk away with the money he has gained, if any, as and when he wants.
3- Room availability
In online casinos, you don't have to wait for a room or seat to start playing. That's because there is no physical space required. A player can register and start gambling away his money in a matter of minutes. Land-based casinos have limited space as they are physical. Often, players have to wait for empty rooms and empty seats to start playing.
4- Free bonuses
Online Casinos like Grand Mondial Casino offer various bonuses and rewards in order to encourage players to register. A number of free slots and coins are offered on registration. In addition, they keep giving incentives in the form of rewards and prizes. The idea is to keep the player hooked. Land-based casinos do not offer such rewards. If you wish to play, you have to spend. Free food and drinks do serve as an incentive, if at all.
5- Game variations
A range of gambling games is offered on online casinos. There is such a huge variety that it is hard to keep track. Even though the basic gambling in the form of slot machines, blackjacks and poker continue to dominate the scene, they are offered in varied forms. Land-based casinos offer only the regular games. For the gambling addict, that may be enough though. It helps him spend all the money he can, anyway.
6- Security
Online games are not very secure. Even though a lot of care is taken by big companies to ensure security and safety, people are often cheated off their money through scam games and tricky websites. Gambling does away with your money in the long term, but scams just take away what you have in a flash. It is difficult to track online scamsters too. Land-based casinos enjoy good security. They offer you the chance of losing money without a scam, after all, gambling is a game of chance.


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Hard to put down
Rating: 5/5
Binding: Paperback
I felt compelled to write after reading so many of the bad reviews. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and had a hard time putting it down. Evan 's characterization of Grace and Annie is excellent. The only negative comment I have about the book is in regard to the two "quickie" love scenes. These love scenes are out of place and read as if they were written by a totally different author.
Publisher: Bantam Doubleday Dell
Nicholas Evans
An important contribution to the EHS management literature.
Rating: 5/5
Binding: Paperback
This is an impressive, multifaceted reference for EHS professionals. Both experienced and inexperienced managers can profit from the case examples of innovative approaches to managing the complexities of environmental,health and safety by borrowing and tailoring them to fit their own unique situations. The book contains an enormous amount of valuable, practical information from knowledgeable contributors without being overwhelming, i.e. it's a good learning tool.
Pages: 464
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Gabriele Crognale
Rating: 5/5
Binding: Paperback
5 stars isn't enough for this book. i loved it. i've read it like at least seven times. i can't get enough of it. its about a girl whos on the school paper, jane, and a guy whos the star of the lacrosse team, adam. both are really good at what they do, but neither like each other much. well as the story goes on they get to know each other more... oh, wow! it's just a great book, it has funny parts in it, and sweet parts, and parts that make you think OMG that is just so sweet and great and- okay i'll stop, you get the picture. it's a must read, the best of the love series books.
Pages: 208
Publisher: Bantam Books for Young Readers
Elizabeth Chandler
Quidditch Through the Ages: A Great History of a Great Game!
Rating: 5/5
Binding: Hardcover
Kennilworthy Whisp has put together a very well written and well researched tomb on the history of Quidditch. From its earliest beginnings and the evolution of the flying broomstick right through to the more modern racing brooms.The book is illustrated with pictures, diagrams and historical documents.Included is an interesting newspaper clip from the June 2nd, 1884 Daily Prophet describing the reasons behind the Stooging Penalty.The book's concluding chapter "Quidditch Today" contains a fantastic glossary of modern Quidditch terms: from "Bludger Backbeat" to "Wronski Feint"! Anyone with the mildest interest in Quidditch will enjoy this publication by Whizz Hard Books (while supporting a good cause to boot!)
Publisher: Arthur A. Levine Books
J. K. Rowling
Just like the movie.
Rating: 5/5
Binding: Hardcover
Harris is such an effective writer that when you create the scenes in your head, they end up looking just like the movie, even if you have not seen it. The only thing that Harris is better at than writing, is thinking. Anyone who is capable of creating a character like Dr. Hannibal Lecter through imagination and manipulation of prose, deserves your full attention ... and you won't regret giving it.
Pages: 352
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Thomas Harris
Simply Enlightening.
Rating: 5/5
Binding: Hardcover
This book is accessible to any serious undergraduate, and has the potential, I think, of improving the intellectual lives of its students.I have just finished my first read and have worked only a few of the problems, but I promise you one thing: this book will take you from Euclid to Kant, from the ordinary to the exotic, and you will enjoy the ride. After turning the last page, you will look up to a universe more grand than before.As my math studies went from the earlier to the slightly more sophisticated, I often felt that something was missing, and I had to work really hard to compensate for those gaps. This book maintains its continuity throughout. It is articulate and coherent. It maintains what I like to call a "logical continuum."I recommend it. I hope you enjoy it as much as I am. (And no, I have no connection with the author. :)
Pages: 372
Publisher: Prentice Hall College Div
Michael Henle
Somewhere, Theodor Geisel is laughing
Rating: 5/5
Binding: Hardcover
The good doctor is most certainly laughing at the many "interpretations" of this book. After reading Madhaus's review I could only think that he must never have read the Occultic interpretation involving the Ego, Vedic texts, the Chakras, and all that jazz. Or the more practical insistence that the book is an instruction book for sales people in being persistent with reluctant customers. It's a kid's book, OK?
My 3-year-old son likes the book and my father-in-law loves reading it to him. In his interpretation, Sam's "customer" is stubborn and angry almost to the point of violence which seems to keep my son's attention extremely well.
Supposedly, this story is the product of a friendly bet between Geisel and Bennett Cerf that he could not write an entire book using only 50 words. True or not, this anecdote is much more interesting to me than some of the constructions of deep, hidden meanings with which our enlightened friends continue to plague and belabor us.
Pages: 72
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Dr. Seuss
Practical Usability
Rating: 5/5
Binding: Paperback
A practical Web design usability guide, "Don't Make Me Think!" is based on empirical observation not exhaustive statistics. Steve Krug's five years of usability consulting and testing are distilled down to this thin yet gem-filled how-to. Krug observed how people actually use the Web rather than how we *think* they use it, gleaning key usability guidelines. Most folks can't afford a full-blown usability consult, but they can afford to buy a $35 book. This book shows you how to conduct your own usability tests on the cheap.Easy on the eyes, and full of Krug's trademark humor, this book is a classic. Highly recommended. From WebReference.com.
Pages: 224
Publisher: New Riders Press
Steve Krug
A Fun, Heart-Warming Story !!
Rating: 5/5
Binding: Paperback
This book was a pleasure to read. Although it is set in the Middle Ages, the hero faces many universal themes. He deals with a typical teen's embarassment of his parents, he dreams of being famous and powerful, and he also gets scared and lonely. Tymmon's journey is filled with many unforgettable characters and many funny situations. There are some serious issues here as well, such as the need for a person to accept who he is without worrying what others think. I would reccommend this book to any aged person who likes young adult literature. This book is definitely a keeper. Enjoy!
Pages: 240
Publisher: Yearling
Zilpha Keatley Snyder
If only it had REALLY happened this way....
Rating: 5/5
Binding: Paperback
This is a dead-on satire of a history text, minus the "really dull parts" (treaties, dates, actual facts, etc) but including such gems as "Elizabeth, who was called the Virgin Queen because it was not considered a smart move to call her the Really Ugly Queen..." And so on, and on, and on...there's too much fun here to quote in detail, but I especially like the Founding Fathers' letter from Visa ("if you do not pay...we will regretfully have to return you to British rule"), the South's attempt to recruit help, pre-slavery ("Are you that special kind of guy or gal who's willing to work long hours for no pay...plus we get to keep your children?") and of course the Carter years ("A Relieved Nation Learns It Does Not Actually NEED a President"). This book -- like all Barry's work -- should be mandatory reading for anyone in imminent danger of taking life too seriously.
Pages: 256
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Dave Barry


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|SANRAL Press Release
SANRAL welcomes premier's support for N2 Wild Coast Road project
|Issued by: Meropa
[Johannesburg, 8 March 2017]
The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) welcomes the support given to the N2 Wild Coast project by Eastern Cape Premier Phumulo Masualle, during his 2017 State of the Province Address.
The Premier's endorsement is another green light for the road, which is at the core of one of the 18 strategic integrated projects designed to rejuvenate South Africa's infrastructure landscape, says Vusi Mona, the spokesperson of SANRAL.
"SANRAL welcomes the province's backing for this project that also enjoys overwhelming support from local communities. Its mention in the State of the Province Address suggests it is regarded as strategic in the province's development agenda," says Mona.
Construction is expected to commence within the next six months and the project is planned to be completed by 2021. The upgrading of the N2 Wild Coast Road will help to unlock the potential of the Eastern Cape economy and contribute significantly to job-creating sectors such as ecotourism, agro-processing and light manufacturing.
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Mona says the upgraded road that stretches from East London to the KwaZulu-Natal border will enable the Eastern Cape to reach its economic development targets. The 410km upgrade will save road users up to three hours of driving time between East London and Durban.
"A world-class freeway is critical to the successful implementation of the Provincial Development Strategy. There is a strong emphasis on tourism, agriculture and the oceans economy. These sectors require a reliable road network to attract new investment," he says.
Impoverished communities along the Pondoland Coast will benefit through increased access to local towns, faster travel times and lower transportation costs. A survey conducted by the HSRC in 205 showed 99% support for the project among the local population.
Mona says planning for the road was accompanied by a comprehensive environmental impact assessment, and conservationists have been assigned to protect the biological diversity and natural heritage of the Wild Coast.
The upgraded road will include the construction of two of the largest bridges in Africa, across the Msikaba River and the Mtentu River just outside Xolobeni.
The project will create some 6 800 direct jobs and close to 28 000 indirect jobs during the construction phase. Black-owned and women-owned business will benefit from the project and have the opportunity to gain further experience by working with the primary contractors.
"This is a catalytic development for the Eastern Cape and adds to the R14 billion value of infrastructure and maintenance projects already undertaken by SANRAL in the province," says Mona.


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While working in magento, sometimes we required to debug some content or variable.
So now to fulfill our requirement with debugging, we can use magento's system and exception logs.
Where exception log file contains the log of exception, and we can write any content or variable in system log file.
But by default system and exception both logs are disabled in magento.
We can enable them from Admin -> System -> Configuration -> Developer -> Log Settings -> Enable.
The log files for both system and exception stores in {{base_dir}}/var/log.
To do system log we have to use "Mage::log()" and to do exception log we have to use "Mage::logException()".
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Being a veteran comes with enormous pride for having served your country. However, navigating your veteran's benefits can be a challenge. Did you know that your library is here to make it a little easier?
Using your library card, you can gain access to VetNow, an eResource that is invaluable to vets and available on our website under pages Databases A–Z and Databases by Category. It offers live chat assistance with an expert who can help you weave your way through the VA labyrinth.
The mission of VetNow is to smooth the transition from military to civilian life, offering help with job skills such as interviewing, résumé writing, and advice on college majors and careers that match your skills and interests. For those who are pursuing further education there is also tutoring on a variety of subjects offered in both English and Spanish.
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Luca Brasi / Pianos Become The Teeth / Maddy Jane
Metro Theatre, Sydney 01/07/17
Review: Matt Doria | Photos: Pat O'Hara (Website/Instagram)
In June of 2016, Luca Brasi supported Melbourne indie-punks The Smith Street Band on a national tour that landed them at a sold out Metro Theatre. It was eye-opening to see how brightly the Tassie shredders' loose and upbeat brand of punk shined in the open surrounds of a 1,000-cap hall, as opposed to the scuzzy clubs and bars they're used to thrashing. It's with that in mind that tonight's show was extra special: Luca Brasi have finally made it to the stages they deserve to conquer, and goddamn is it heartwarming to see.
Before witnessing a pivotal moment in Aussie punk history, though, we were treated to 30 minutes of spellbinding jams from fellow Apple Isler and soon-to-be superstar Maddy Jane. Jane was instantly enigmatic, coolly noodling her first song acoustically to a sea of stunned faces before she and her backing band powered into a breathless blitz of electric energy. Blending indie and pop with a deep, folky twang, Jane delivered a stunning blend of vibes that swerved between inescapable catchiness and smoky groove. She jammed passionately and in a haze of buoyancy, her stage presence in general screaming genuine adoration for the craft. Expect to see her name pop up a lot in the near future.
US imports Pianos Become The Teeth were an odd choice of opener, with their smooth and moody emo a jarring fit amongst the otherwise loud and upbeat flavours of the bill. Not for a second did that get in the way of their performance, however - frontman Kyle Durfey slid around the stage, bounding like dropped jelly with every numbing hook while guitarists Chad McDonald and Mike York thrashed like maniacs in the background. Cuts from 2014's Keep You were the centrepiece of the set, every cold pluck on "Ripple Water Shine" intense and every ethereal bend on "Repine" a cue for jaws to drop. With a new album soon to land, hopes are high that Pianos will return for a much-needed headline run.
Though their crowd was on the smaller side, Luca Brasi had no troubles bringing the Metro to life. It's unsurprising that "Aeroplane" is still an absolute banger in the live set, and when axeman Tom Busby ripped into its driving chorus riff, a mosh worthy of a deathcore gig broke out. Such pious energy remained consistent throughout the night, a new body toppling over the barrier and a new glass spun beerless with every rip-roaring punk frother. With cuts like the fiery "Say It Back" and anthemic "Anything Near Conviction", the band proved that If This Is All We're Going To Be – their 2016 breakthrough LP – still feels fresh and ferocious from the pit. Even the slower "Count Me Out" (with Maddy Jane filling in for Georgia Maq behind the mic) was acute in its impact as the final jam of the night.
There was a sharp dynamic between Busby and co-shredder Patrick Marshall; the duo buddied up often to rip noodly solos, elevate each other's shredding or flick riffs back and forth. Coursing over tight basslines from frontman Tyler Richardson, the pair built a fierce wall of sound for drummer Danny Flood to go full-on psychopath with. The band as a whole forged an authentic bond with the crowd – between interjections of how shocked he was to be headlining the Metro, Richardson clamoured for fans to scream along, threw shakas and head nods to every punter he laid eyes on, and tied every line of banter back to their fans. And it's that – the positivity, the inclusion and the focus on inciting a – which makes Luca Brasi such an alluring force.
Simply put, it's hard to leave a Luca Brasi show unhappy. At the very least, you're guaranteed to hear a handful of two of riotous punk anthems, throw down in a mosh that's not too dickhead-plagued, and feel like you're part of a close-knit family that – even as it continues to balloon with every radio-slammed single and venue-filling tour – never loses its sense of authenticity. Tonight, obviously, was no different.


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Our challenge this week is 'red and green' - shouts Christmas to me!
I made this card using everything digi! Except for the ProMarkers which are my favourite colouring tool this week - next week who knows???
I followed these challenges to make my card:
- The Pink Elephant - Favourite colouring medium
- Friday sketchers - Sketch
- Sunflowers and Dragonflies - Polka dots
- The Corrosive Challenge - Red and green
Sorry I haven't yet mailed everyone who I've received cards off for my blog candy, I'm on the case, time just ran away with me this morning. I received a box with 51 cards in today off two very lovely ladies - thank you :)


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Market Snapshot
Round Rock
Current Listings 7
Avg Home Price $324,843
Avg Size (Sq Ft) 2,692
Avg Price/Sq Ft $125
Avg Year Built 2003
Sonoma is a large suburban community of beautiful homes with all the bells and whistles. There's something that speaks to every sensibility in Sonoma, from modest properties with granite countertops and tile backsplashes, to grand models with high ceilings, studies and custom features. Homes range in price from the high $100s to just under $400K. Sonoma is bisected by Forest Creek Drive, and residents on both sides have access to two community pools and small playgrounds. The HOA is very active within this tight-knit community and hosts several annual neighborhood events for all residents to attend. Besides the amenities within their own community, Sonoma residents also take advantage of everything Round Rock has to offer. Residents with canine friends can take their pet to the Round Rock Dog Depot. Kids and adults alike can have fun at Clay Madsen Park, which has tennis courts, a large playground and skatepark. Downtown Round Rock is home to some of the city's best original restaurants like the family-friendly Main Street Grill or adult-centered Krave Wine Bar and Bistro. Residents love coming home to their place in Sonoma.
Sonoma Location and Map
- 29.4 mi/32 mins to Bergstrom International Airport
- 21.7 mi/25 mins to downtown Austin
Sonoma Real Estate
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|Total Listings 7
|Residential Listings 7
|Home Sites 0
|Avg List Price $324,843
|Highest Price $375,000
|Lowest Price $250,000
|Avg Size (Sq Ft) 2,692
|Avg Price / Sq Ft $125
|Price / Sq Ft Range $106 - $173
|Avg Lot Size 0.189
|Avg Taxes / Year $7,213
|Avg Year Built 2003
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Ok, so I found some crafts to share with you.
The first one is pretty easy and they have tons of steps for you!
1. Make a bed for your doll!
It is super easy and fun! Here is the link!!
2. Make a doll purse!
This looks a bit harder but you have an awesome purse for your doll afterwards!
Here is the link:
And a photo-
|Here it is! I don't think the green and pink go together. :) I would do black and white, or anything really. To match my dolls outfits!
One of the blogs that I know, Karenmomofthree, has wonderful crafts for you to make!
Here are just some pictures, you can go to her blog to find out how to make them.
These are all her photos. She does a great job on her blog! Please check them out here!
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About the company
Fabulously Fizzy is a delightful and elegant Prosecco van serving deliciously chilled Prosecco on tap. This boutique little pop-up fizz bar brings flute-loads of fun to any event, be it a large festival, corporate function or a private party or wedding.
Chic and incredibly bubbly, Fabulously Fizzy is a lovingly converted iconic Piaggio Ape Classic (tuk-tuk) van, transforming her into an eye-catching and crowd-pleasing Prosecco van oozing style and fizzazz!
A double dispensing and flash-cooling system, complete with four serving taps, and a wine fridge means we can provide guests with fizz by the glass or bottle, as well as beer (if required) from her two bars. They also pimp their prosecco with delicious fruit flavoured gin and vodka liqueurs – guaranteeing fabulous fizz for any type of celebration!
Fabulously Fizzy can also come as a fully equipped Prosecco bar, either on her own, or in addition to the Prosecco van. Using exactly the same double dispensing flash cooling system, so you receive the same Prosecco experience! If you like the look of this delightful blue Piaggio, then book them here on Feast It, the Fabulously Fizzy team would love to come along!
You can read more about Fabulously Fizzy here: https://feast-it.com/magazine/fabulously-fizzy
Feast It benefits
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- Dedicated event planners
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As more and more people use a mobile device to conduct text searches, the number of people using their voices to search also increases. Instead of having to open a keyboard and type in a query, people can now open that same device and use voice searches to find information without the worry of mistyping due to a misplaced finger. This changes how websites respond, plus it allows for deeper levels of explanation within the content of those websites as well. It also changes how those websites need to be setup if they want to reach the widest audience.
Local Audiences Are Now the Focus
For many years, the audience of most websites was vast. It would include anyone who liked a topic, or who lived in the same region which the website catered. Now, however, thanks to voice searches, this is changing. It used to be that someone would use text searches for a broad topic, then narrow down their own results as they went. Now, people start off with a narrow search and widen it if that becomes necessary. They will look at their own neighborhood and city prior to going to a county, state, or regional level. That affects which websites show up in their queries, giving the most weight to the local businesses.
The Length of Each Query is Extremely Different
In order to reach the greatest audience, websites need to include the most common queries people search by. For example, if a person is searching for a hair salon in their city, they may type out a search for "salons Chicago". With voice searches, the query can be much more detailed, making it a lot longer. Now, that same person can search for a query like "hair salons in the Bucktown neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois." Instead of websites only needing to include one or two keywords with slight variation, that number is going to continue to grow.
Voice Searches Use Natural Language
Another difference between text searches and voice searches is the language most commonly used. For example, if someone is searching for guitars in their area, they would perform a search such as "Sacramento guitars" and look for what they wanted. However, this was never a natural way of speaking and felt awkward to most people. With the advent of voice search, the language of searches has improved greatly. Today, people can search for specific answers. They can ask where a business is, when it opens, who owns the business, what types of items the store sells, and even how long the business has been around. These searches allow for a greater range when setting up the content for each website.
Changing up a website to make sure it includes as many voice search queries as possible is no easy feat. It takes time, a deep understanding of the most commonly used queries, and a full understanding of current SEO and content practices.


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Melbourne is one of the most frequently visited cities of Australia. Many International and domestic tourists head to Melbourne to catch a glimpse of beautiful tourist spots Melbourne has. From delicate art galleries to mesmerizing natural sights, Melbourne is a complete package for tourists and sight seers!
Here we have enlisted 5 best placed to visit in Melbourne if you're a tourist or even an Aussie:
Melbourne Museum is the largest museum of Southern Hemisphere and features a wide range of activities. Apart from its exhibition galleries, the museum has Sidney Myer Amphitheatre, IMAX Cinema and Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre. It is surrounded by beautiful public garden. Adjacent to it is Royal Exhibition building, which is a World Heritage Site. It is embodiment of historic and cultural values. It is still used for commercial exhibitions and is frequented by many visitors.
Eureka Tower is one of favorite spots in Melbourne. The skyscraper has around 91 floors and features a glass cube "The Edge" which is main attraction of the building. The glass cube which slides out of the building, occupies the 88th floor of the building. It is the highest public view from a building in Southern Hemisphere and gives a panorama view to the visitors. The Edge provides fascinating view of the skyline and of the city beneath.
Queen Victoria Market, regarded as a historic icon, is an open air market. The market is home to several food halls and shopping stalls, where you can find wide categories of products. Apart from it being the heart of shopping in Melbourne, it hosts many events. These include night markets, music concerts and festivals.
Yarra River is one of the most preferred sightseeing spot in Melbourne. Sightseeing through cruise is a traditional way. Many cruise agencies can be found on the river that would provide tourists with great experience of sightseeing. These cruises also take visitors to famous places like Birrarung Marr and Williamstown.
Federation Square is a major meeting place in Melbourne. Located in the heart of the city, it is well known for its unique and exquisite architecture. Over thousand events are hosted here annually to provide fine entertainment to the visitors. It also features Ian Potter Gallery, Australian Centre for Moving Image among other entertainment facilities. Flinders Street Station and Melbourne Cricket Ground are located near the Federation Square.


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Miss Darin Nijpasin, Healing Therapist
- 8 Apr 2018 11:12 PM
Nui, her nick-name, has worked as an expat for many years, having lived in China, Maldives, Russia, and Turkey, before recently arriving in Hungary.
As an experienced healer she successfully uses a combination of traditional Thai and Asian therapies to treat a wide range of common issues, such as back pain.
Click here for more info about her services and salon in Budapest.
1. When did you arrive in Hungary and what brought you here?
I arrived recently, basically just with a uniform for my job and healing Thai herbs.
2. Have you ever been an expatriate elsewhere?
In several countries all around the world.
3. What surprised you most about Hungary?
Nice architecture
4. Friends are in Budapest for a weekend - what must they absolutely see and do?
As I'm still exploring the city myself, I would take them around and we can discover the city together
5. What is your favourite Hungarian food?
All vegetables.
6. What is never missing from your refrigerator?
7.What is your favourite Hungarian word?
8. What do you miss most from home?
My family
9. What career other than yours would you love to pursue?
10. What's a job you would definitely never want?
Between my job I never purpose for a sex.
11. Where did you spend your last vacation?
Novosibirsk Russia
12. Where do you hope to spend your next holiday?
13. Apart of temptation what can't you resist?
14. What was your favourite band, film, or hobby as a teen?
All Films from Julia Roberts
15. Red wine or white?
16. Book or movie?
17. Morning person or night person?
I not sure Yet
18. Which social issue do you feel most strongly about?
Depends on location.
19. Buda or Pest side?
20. What would you say is your personal motto?
I need to be healthy and must be strong with my job help to people be happy.


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This is a video series about tasting sool and recognize good Makgeolli in and out of Korea. This time around, we taste Neulimaeul makgeolli (느린마을), also known as "Slow City" from the brewery Baesangmyeongjuga (배상면주가).
Tasting Neulinmaeul (느린마을) Makgeolli – Transcript
Julia: Hi, everyone. It's Julia and …
Daniel: Dan.
Julia: … from the Sool Company and we have got the first of our tasting videos.
Daniel: Exciting.
Julia: Dan, tell us about where we are today.
Daniel: We are in Yeouido in Seoul on the 50th floor. I don't know what this building is called.
Julia: I think it's called the Sky Park.
Daniel: The Sky Park?
Julia: Sky Park. Sky Farm.
Daniel: Sky Farm? Yeah, I don't like heights so I'm not having the best time right now.
Julia: It's been an interesting learning experience about our friend, Dan. Yeah, but we have makgeolli to help you out. We thought we'd start doing some videos to help you guys decide what you can select when you're drinking your makgeolli and the first one we have today is a stock standard favorite of ours.
Daniel: We drink this everywhere we go, right?
Julia: Pretty much everywhere we go. What is this makgeolli again?
Daniel: This is from a brewery called Baesangmyeonjuga and it's called Neulinmaeul and actually, you sometimes see in English called Slow City. It was available in the USA for a little while.
Julia: It was. Sadly, it is no longer.
Daniel: It is no more.
Julia: It is no more.
Daniel: This is an example of an Ilban (일반) makgeolli or like a regular table makgeolli that are generally kind of lower alcohol and lower cost but this is a pretty good example of a makgeolli in this price range that's also of quality.
Julia: It is of quality and one notable thing is it does not contain any aspartame, something we always try to recommend. Also, something to notice about this brew is that many other makgeollis use artificial sweetners because it gives a flavor consistency but this particular brewery believes in embracing the flavor changes, so during the shelf-life, because the flavor does change, they actually cut that shelf right into seasons. Dan, spring?
Daniel: Okay, so spring is like when the brew is really young, so the first three days after it's bottled, it's supposed to be very sweet, very fragrant. The alcohol percentage is a little lower and it's generally quite fruity and aromatic.
Julia: Quite fruity. I'd say quite banana-ry.
Daniel: Yeah, definitely.
Julia: You get a lot of banana notes in that brew and then that lasts for like three days.
Daniel: Sure and then comes the summer.
Julia: Then, summer. Summer, it's a little bit different. It's fomenting a little bit more in the bottle so it's still quite fruity, quite banana-ry but sweet but it's starting to taste a little bit more mature.
Daniel: Then, there's obviously fall or autumn where I come from where it tastes have the change. It becomes a little bit more carbonated and as the sugar is being consumed by the live yeast, it gets a little bit stronger as well and usually goes up by about 0.5% alcohol over that period. That's another three days.
Julia: That's a bonus.
Daniel: Yeah. Then, after 10 days. It's in winter.
Julia: My favorite season. I love to drink it in winter because I like something a bit more dry, a bit more sour. This is generally a sweet makgeolli so the longer it's fermenting, it will start to get a bit more sour. There's a bit of bitterness in it and more of that alcohol percentage and even the shelf life does say 10 days, you can actually keep this in your fridge a bit longer.
Daniel: We've had it after like one month, two months, something like that.
Julia: I think we've had it after three months.
Daniel: Three months.
Julia: I wouldn't recommend that perhaps but certainly, a month was pretty good.
Daniel: If you like your booze drier and stronger, I certainly recommend keeping it a bit longer.
Julia: For sure. We have a bar drinking game that we tend to do sometimes and it's called guess the season, so Dan, I'm going to test you today.
Daniel: Really?
Julia: You're going to guess the season.
Daniel: Okay.
Julia: The way we do this game, the date, which Dan cannot see, always is written on the back and so it's got the date that it's bottled, so we can calculate which season it's in based on the days on the back of the bottle. Now, one trick you can do is you can force the carbonation out of the bottle of the lid to reduce your chances of getting a makgeolli shower. We've all been there. It's not pretty.
Daniel: Why, thank you.
Julia: You're very welcome. All right, cheers.
Daniel: I wasn't looking.
Julia: Cheers.
Daniel: I was showing the people the bottle.
Julia: Cheers.
Daniel: Cheers. It's kind of dry. There is a lot carbonation.
Julia: There is carbonation.
Daniel: I'm going to say this is not young. I think it's kind of older. I'm going to say late fall.
Julia: Late fall.
Daniel: Yeah, like maybe nine days in.
Julia: We got a number. Nine days in. The date on this bottle is the 5th of June.
Daniel: Okay and today's date is?
Julia: I don't know. The 12th.
Daniel: The 12th.
Julia: I don't know where I got that from but it's the 12th.
Daniel: Okay, so that's still-
Julia: Five, six, seven, eight, nine, 10, 11, 12. Not bad.
Daniel: Seven days. It's a lot younger than I expected it to be.
Julia: Now, there's one thing to know about this game, is that you actually don't know where this bottle has been. Maybe the place that I bought it, maybe it was left out the fridge for a while. There's a lot of variables that happen in this game but still, it's fun to do in a bar.
Daniel: Cool. Can we just finish this now?
Julia: Yes, we can.
Daniel: Thank you.
Julia: Well done.
Daniel: Cheers.
Julia: Cheers. That is Neulinmaeul. You can get it in any of your E-Marts or Homepluses or sometimes your local supermarket.
Daniel: Sure.
Julia: You can also find it in bars.
Daniel: There's a lot of bars in Seoul actually. Yeah.
Julia: It's fairly common and you can even go to their brew pubs. There are three beer pubs in Seoul in Gangnam …
Daniel: Yangjae.
Julia: … and Jongno and there you can get freshly brewed on site and you can get freshly brewed on site and you can get pitchers of your favorite season.
Daniel: Exciting.
Julia: It's exciting. Unfortunately, this brew is not available overseas because it doesn't contain any artificial sweeteners and it is a live produced product.
Daniel: It will spoil if it gets transported for a long period of time, which is tragic thing about makgeolli.
Julia: It's very tragic but all the more reason to come to Korea, so check it out and then comment and tell us if you like it.
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