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MacMyths Exposed
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Security & Protection
TechTales and Disasters
All Things Apple
Recommended Vendors
Useful Resources
Nefarious Other Links
For New Mac Users
Upgrade or Replace
Technical Support
Troubleshooting Tips
This is a common question...
It usually comes up when there's some sort of problem, but just because a computer isn't working correctly doesn't mean it's finished.
There are a myriad of factors to consider when deciding between repair versus replacement - beginning with your machine's upgrade potential.
Collect machine specs
If your machine refuses to startup, info may be obtained from its serial number, located on bottom case of notebooks, under the stand of iMacs, or under port array of MacPro towers.
If machine is functional,
open Apple menu and select "About This Mac":
Make a note of OS version
, Processor info
and s
erial number. Machine's
model year may also appear in this window
System Report (or More Info) button opens the System Profile where a detailed list of all component specs are listed.
Age and obsolescence
First signs of an obsolete OS are usually internet issues; unrecognized file formats, missing images, minor malfunctions. A current web browser is necessary, which requires
a reasonably current
OS, which in turn depends on machine's processor or CPU. If your Mac can run one of the latest two or three OS versions, an upgrade may be all that's necessary.
In the rare event that a machine never goes online, it will continue to do whatever it's been doing without upgrading. There are older Macs out there (usually towers) serving dedicated use in recording studios and design shops that never connect to the internet. The end of the road for these
Macs is usually when a peripheral (such as a printer) fails and replacement requires a newer OS than the machine can run. But these Macs are the exception.
In most cases, a Mac is considered obsolete when it can no longer run a currently supported OS. Apple typically provides updates for a few OS versions prior to the latest release, but if the last OS your Mac can run is no longer being updated or supported, the machine has gone obsolete.
More info on OS versions and links to System requirements for each OS are posted here:
Tech Support/Upgrades
Yes... and no.
Generally speaking, the older the machine, the easier it is to service and/or upgrade. If it is capable of running a current
release, it is well worth upgrade or service
if machine is in decent condition.
When compared to purchase price, upgrade cost and port options of a new Mac, servicing your present machine can be a real bargain.
MacBook Air models have always been limited in storage capacity and port options; these are perfect for anyone dealing primarily with text files - emails, documents and such - but adding photos, music or video will quickly consume all available storage due to size of these file types.
MacBook Pro notebooks typically have more storage - higher capacity SSDs - but these come at a significant price, especially when compared to conventional drives used in older machines. And, be advised, some models
be upgraded after purchase. RAM (memory) may be
to the logic board (referred to as
onboard RAM
). Likewise
Solid State Drive (SSD) storage may also be soldered "
," - including all TouchBar Macs - and thus drives cannot be removed or upgraded. Proprietary Gen5 SSDs in non-TouchBar models may also present some problems with upgrades and data recovery. See
Tech Support/Drives
for more info on SSDs and HDDs in use today.
Removable (proprietary) Gen5 SSD from non-TouchBar MacBook Pro
Optical drives were abandoned in 2012, so if CD/DVD capability is desired, external USB-connected optical drives are available. Port types are constantly changing as well, and many have been discontinued: USB 1/2/3, Firewire, mini video and Thunderbolt1 have all been replaced by USB-C ports (aka
Adapters are available for most of these port types.
MagSafe and MagSafe2 charge ports have also been replaced by that same USB-C connector, used to charge internal battery in newer Macs. (See Ports and Adapters graphic, below.)
Read and understand the fine print
Many new MacBook models and iMacs after mid-2014 _cannot_ be upgraded after purchase due to Apple's "onboard" RAM - and, in some cases, "onboard" storage.
Having all data on a proper backup is critical.
iMac models face a similar dilemma, since disassembly and service of the newer models can be quite laborious. Adding RAM to 21" iMacs that
do not have onboard RAM
now requires complete disassembly, a job that used to take less than 5 minutes. Upgrading the new 27" iMac is still quick and easy, tho, thanks to a RAM door that the 21" models lack.
Another consideration involves graphics card (GPU) options. If GPU is the "onboard" type, upgrade will only be possible at time of purchase. This may be another advantage of the 27" iMac over 21" models as some 27" iMacs have a GPU separate from its logic board.
Before investing in any new Mac, it pays to research and understand what terms like "onboard" or "configurable" mean, and how these details will affect use and operation. Know how much storage you will need (based on history and use), how much RAM your apps and OS will require, and what port types and adapters you will need. Investigate other relevant tech specs, too, especially if video, photography and/or music is important to you. You may not be interested in all the tech specs and details involved, but unless you take the time to learn these things you run the risk of making an expensive mistake. It matters.
New or used?
Older i5 and i7 CPU machines provide many ports and options newer Macs may lack. These Macs are holding their value and may look quite appealing when compared to limitations imposed by newer models (see next entry).
The newer the machine, the longer its useful life will be, but it should be noted that most Macs cannot run OS versions older that the one it shipped with - important only if you are running critical software from years ago. Upgrades discussed above may also be problematic. Knowing your OS, app and storage requirements prior to purchasing any machine, new or used, will prevent regrets later.
One machine to avoid entirely is the 12" MacBook with a single USB-C port. This model was discontinued after only two years, just long enough to establish a horrible reputation.
Great source for new Macs:
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Change isn't always for the better
Starting around 2012, Apple began using high-rez displays in new Macs known as the Retina display. While some people wouldn't know the difference unless viewing two machines side-by-side, most photographers and graphic designers appreciate the improved sharpness, clarity and color saturation.
Retina displays add a few bucks to purchase price (and replacement, if broken), but there was another change to _all_ Retina display MacBooks that has nothing to do with the screen: Their batteries are
to top case/keyboard/trackpad assembly, which makes battery replacement an expensive proposition for early Retina display models. Current models employ a different adhesive system which is much easier to deal with, but those early ones used industrial-strength goo that is no fun to remove.
Another recent development is the ill-fated "butterfly" mechanisms in notebook keyboards; early butterfly keyboards proved to be extremely sensitive to dust and handling, resulting in complaints of sticking, missing and malfunctioning keys, and a service program (
). Later models have an improved keyboard.
With "onboard" (soldered) RAM (and, in some cases, onboard SSDs per above), sealed display modules, glue-in batteries, limited ports and butterfly keyboards - the care, use and maintenance of these late-model notebooks takes on new significance. Know what you're buying:
Backup is
. If a non-removable drive fails, it takes the machine with it. Conversely, if machine fails, it takes the drive and all data with it. In either case, recovering data may be impossible. Same for machines equipped with Apple's T2 chip. Maintaining proper backup is crucial. Even cloud backup is better than nothing.
Internal SSDs that cannot store more than 500GB will force most users to store their data on an external drive or on the cloud, and many people are not okay with the cloud - for a variety of reasons. Good to have options.
Keyboard protection is cheap and all but mandatory. We recommend a keyboard cover on notebooks to protect 'em from spills and dust; links are posted up-front on nCity's homepage.
Upgrading RAM is not possible after purchase if RAM is "onboard" type, and very difficult to install to newer 21" iMacs, if even possible. Same goes for "onboard" SSDs that cannot be removed/upgraded later. Know what you're getting into and consider upgrade options
to purchase.
An extended Apple warranty on new (expensive) notebooks might be a good idea, too. (Avoid all 3rd-party warranties.) Some batteries swell up over time (our TechTales page has a few examples of these), possible keyboard issues, $400+ Retina displays, hard-wired RAM, finicky SSD drives - problems with any one of these will exceed cost of Apple's 3-year warranty (which DOES NOT cover spills, drops or damage, BTW). Having a protective case and pair of kid gloves is also recommended.
Broadband = minimum 3Mbps.
When you download and install a new OS, or
startup a new Mac, you will be taken thru a few setup steps. One is signing into iCloud.
. You can sign in later. Another is encryption.
turn FileVault on, either. If you don't know what these things are, find out BEFORE you activate them.
If you happen to have a blazing-fast connection to the 'net, cloud apps and storage will work pretty much as they did when everything resided on your machine. If you have something less than top speed you may notice delays accessing/using cloud apps, and if your internet connection is less than 3Mbps you technically don't have broadband at all. Best to have apps and storage installed on your computer and physical backup drives in your possession.
Privacy and cloud access
The trend these days is to depend on cloud services for everything, from programs that used to be installed on your computer, to cloud storage of your photos, documents, email and other files. Is this a good idea?
As mentioned elsewhere on this site, cloud backup isn't a
backup, it's only a backup of unique files (sans OS, settings, apps, etc.). Proper backup includes
data copied and stored on an external drive using Time Machine or a suitable backup app. Cloud backup is better than nothing, but recovery will require installing OS and apps before retrieving cloud files, adding quite a bit of time and effort to the recovery process. Cloud storage - assuming you're using iCloud and not some bogus scam site - cloud storage can be problematic as well, putting your ISP, network connections, components and passwords in the way.
And, BTW, according to the end user license agreement (EULA) that nobody ever reads, you forfeit exclusive ownership of any/all files you may upload to cloud storage.
Encryption: FileVault
Located in System Preferences under "Security and Privacy" is the FileVault tab which allows you to encrypt all data. This may be useful for classified information, but it is largely unnecessary for most of us.
It also has a few side effects: If you forget the password, your data is not only lost, it's scrambled. Turning FileVault on compresses data storage to some degree, so reaching a full drive with it on means a _very_ full drive. Some FV versions were known to lockout troubleshooting routines, others can cause startup issues; and turning FV off can take many hours, typically all night. Why complicate matters? If it's off, leave it off - and don't turn it on when prompted by a new OS.
Hard disk drives, solid state drives and hybrid drives
Compare drive capacity and price of hard disk drives (HDDs) to storage capacity and price of solid-state drives (SSDs). While SSD prices are less than half of what they once were (and dropping), they are still typically, byte-for-byte, far more expensive than conventional hard drives. A 1TB desktop HDD (that's 1024GB) costs around $50, and HDD capacities go up to 16TB these days. SSDs are typically around $100 per TB, and far more expensive than that if purchased as an upgrade from Apple.
Notebook SSDs may reach or exceed the 2-4TB capacity of current rotational 2.5" notebook drives, but be prepared for sticker shock. Newer notebooks and iMacs employ a blade-type SSD that is often machine and model-specific, much more compact (and expensive) than the old 2.5" HDD configuration.
Hybrid drives
part SSD (essentially an enormous cache) and part HDD in a single package, a decent compromise between SSD speed and HDD storage at a reasonable price. Apple's
Fusion drive setup uses two drives,
an SSD with OS and apps alongside a second, rotational drive providing storage. Late-2012 MacBook Pros, still equipped with optical drives, are good candidates for this same arrangement since they have a second SATA bus. A $20 adapter mounts an SSD and replaces the CD/DVD drive inside the machine. Many late-2012 MacBook Pros can run Catalina, too.
The advantage of an SSD is, of course, speed. That is, read/write speed, with faster startup and faster write times. Actual working speed is determined by RAM, but faster read/write ops improves overall performance. What typically suffers with SSDs is storage space - one reason people are being pushed into cloud storage.
Storage (drive) and RAM upgrades may no longer be possible
Be advised:
Newer MacBooks and iMac models are a bit more difficult to service than their older siblings, so ask lots of questions before you buy and make certain you understand options and limitations. As they say, "the devil is in the details" and there's no shortage of details these days. Simple service procedures that used to take 5-30 minutes on older models (up to about 2012), can now take 2-3 hours or more - no joke. Apple clearly wants you to buy all upgrades at the time of purchase, as upgrading later may not be a possibility (see Machine Upgrades, above).
Computer use and software considerations
If you have mission-critical software, check availability of new versions and check your software's System requirements before buying a new (or used) machine.
If you're like most people, your activity consists mainly of email, internet, the occasional photo and some music, maybe a game or two. If that's the case, there's no reason why you shouldn't keep your Mac updated with the latest available MacOS and apps, and you have little to worry about.
But - if you run a critical database, high-end music studio, do video editing or complicated graphics, or use your computer to drive expensive machines and equipment, you may have a lot to worry about. Especially if the software and/or equipment you count on is no longer available or cannot be updated.
Upgrades are easy and effective when you keep your computer current, but there are situations when the need to upgrade can cascade into major difficulties. For example:
Upgrading past three or more OS versions at once
Upgrading with older peripherals/equipment attached
Upgrading on a network of mixed machines/platforms
Upgrading while running a custom (possibly extinct) database
Some OS/Mac upgrades contain significant changes to such low-level functions as drive format, CPU type, and other things that have the potential to make prior OS/software combinations completely incompatible. Apple, to its credit, has made such transitions as painless as possible in the past, with built-in emulation software to get us over the hump (Rosetta2). But these things don't last forever...
Change is unavoidable
Unfortunately, the longer you put it off, the more difficult and complicated the upgrade can become. We've had to port critical client data (including maps, charts and graphs), from a long-extinct '90s database into a modern program when the owner's 22-year-old iMac died. That job involved purchase and refurb of an intermediate-age machine/OS, then converting all data - at least twice - in a long, complicated, impossible-to-explain process that is best avoided.
Here at the shop, we run a custom one-off database written back in the day when there was no canned software suitable for our purposes, a 2-part relational database that had to be completely rewritten with the advent of OSX, and again a few years later, so we're well acquainted with the issue.
Bottom line: Dragging an old database into the 21st century and trying to make it work is often more expensive, time-consuming and troublesome than starting over with an all-new routine. Best thing is to stay reasonably current and avoid falling into the gulf between antique and modern.
Port changes on new Macs
Apple's new Thunderbolt3 (aka USB-C) can support a variety of connections, including an external display, Thunderbolt, Thunderbolt2, HDMI, DVI, VGA, USB (and possibly Firewire). Each of these connections requires a proper adapter.
Newer notebooks all have two USB-C ports compatible with connectors listed above, but one port is also used to charge the battery from Apple's new AC-adapters; new notebooks no longer use the MagSafe port. MacBook Pro models will have a variety of additional ports, and third-party expansion options are available.
iMac ports include headphone, USB3,
Thunderbolt3 (aka USB-C), Ethernet, mini display port, and a camera card slot. Firewire has been dropped but may be used with a proper adapter. 27" iMacs with external RAM door may be upgraded easily, but 21" iMacs must be disassembled to upgrade RAM.
External hardware compatibility
Make certain any critical peripheral devices or hardware will function with a new or upgraded Macs, and check System requirements for critical apps. Clients using CNC machines, plotters/cutters, wide-format printers and other expensive output devices should check for updates from device manufactures before upgrading to avoid problems.
Do you really need to be portable?
If your laptop or notebook computer never leaves your desk, consider replacing it with a desktop model and get more bang for your bucks. iMacs have bigger screens, more storage potential, and wireless keyboard/mouse (or trackpad) that allows better ergonomics for more comfort. Desktop machines don't get lost or stolen, they don't suffer drops and spills, there's no battery/charger to deal with, and they're roughly the same price as comparable notebooks.
iPhones and iPads can handle most portability needs these days (short of content creation) and these are much more convenient than lugging around a notebook
. We see a lot of beat up notebooks here... if you don't have to be portable, consider upgrading to a desktop iMac and getting an iPad for travel.
Use a MacMini or
to replace your TV
Say goodbye to the wasteland of television (if you haven't already) and switch to internet on your flat-screen TV. Perfect arrangement is a MacMini with wireless keyboard and mouse or trackpad, but notebook computers work nicely, too. Using a computer means you are not limited to paid content, you have access to the entire internet (
paid content, most TV programming, and everything else).
If using a wireless keyboard/mouse/trackpad isn't in the cards, you can use an app on your iPhone or iPad instead. And, using Safari (or your choice of browser) from your computer is a vast improvement over software that ships with flat-screen TVs. Watch what you want, when you want, on your schedule, and leave legacy media behind.


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Teej – Traditional Monsoon Festival
Teej is a three-day long festival. It is a part of the grand Indian tradition of Northern and Western India. Celebrated with much gusto, it is observed primarily by Hindu women. The festival itself has a dual, overlapping significance that revolves around the reunion of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva as well as the onset of the monsoon season in India. The remarkable thing about this festival is that it is celebrated in similar yet distinct ways in different states. The grandeur of the festival is reflected in the finery adorned by women on this day.
History and Origin
According to Hindu Mythology, on Goddess Parvati's 108th birthday, Lord Shiva accepted her as his wife after seeing her dedication towards him. It is said that Goddess Parvati herself marked this day as auspicious and will bless the married lives of all who invoke her on this day. Symbolic of the penance that Goddess Parvati went through, women observe sleepless nights along with a nirjala vrat i.e. a fast in which one doesn't take in even a sip of water.
During this time of fasting, women dress up like newlyweds in all the finery they own, in combination with red, green and yellow attires. However, the exact colors of the sarees vary from region to region. Women also tattoo elaborate designs using mehendi and henna as part of the celebrations.
Another aspect of the background of this festival is the time at which it is celebrated. Since 'Teej' translated means 'third day', the third day of the Shraavan or Saavan month (the month of monsoon) is celebrated as Teej. This marks the arrival of the monsoon season and the respite from the summer heat, which is especially significant for arid states as well as those that largely invested in agriculture.
Owing to these two aspects of the background, the festival is celebrated with a lot of zest and enthusiasm in Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Teej is a minor festival in Delhi NCR, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh as well.
Sources of Inspiration
The sources of inspiration for the entire look of the women during this auspicious festival can be traced to two beliefs about the festival itself:
- Deriving from the marital reunion of Shiva and Parvati, the women from Bihar dress in attires that are usually worn in weddings i.e. hues of red. These hues figure prominently in Indian wedding ceremonies. The look is completed with heavy gold bridal accessories on the hands, neck, feet and head. Mehendi and henna tattoos are essential to complete the bridal look.
- Inspired from the onset of the monsoon season, especially in states like Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, the women dress in glamorous green outfits that display a variety of elaborate motifs and embroidery in Zari and Zardozi. However in these regions too, jewelry and accessories in gold feature very prominently along with mehendi or henna on the hands and feet.
(Also Read: Nath & Nose Rings)
Style and Variety
One of the most prominent festivals in the state of Rajasthan, women perform traditional dances, the community organizes fairs and processions, making the festival a grand affair. All womenfolk are dressed in green, festive apparel along with karhas made of silver.
Huge open markets are set up during the three-day celebration, during which time leheriya prints in tie and dye as well as kundan and meenakari jewelry items are the most popular. Several other forms of jewelry and clothes are also sold. A special procession is also carried out wherein six men dressed in traditional red attire carry Goddess Parvati's statue in a palanquin.
A large part of the festivities in Gujarat are inspired from those in Rajasthan since these are neighboring states. Fairs are organized throughout the state and festivities include dances like the Garba and Dandia in the state's traditional ghaghra-choli. The fairs are also a hotspot for the sale and purchase of ethnic Gujarati fashion items like clothes, jewelry, and other embellishments.
As a symbol of their married lives, women accessorize their sarees, lehenga cholis and suits with yellow, red and green colored dupattas. These dupattas showcase intricate zari or gota work on it. However, most women choose to wear multi-hued lehengas or red colored sarees that are draped in the typical Gujarati manner i.e. with the pallu on the front. Women receive sweets and clothes from their husbands and in-laws as gifts of blessings.
Teej in Punjab is awaited all year long and is one of the main festivals of Punjabi women. In fact, such is the status of this festival that colleges and schools organize competitions and cultural programs with competitive categories such as beauty pageants, dancing, singing, art, mehendi, rangoli and more.
In the rural areas, women perform the Gidda (Punjabi folk dance) dedicating it to their husbands or fiancées in classic Gidda dresses. The fairs organized at this time sell everything from traditional dresses to accessories like bangles, earrings and jooties.
In Bihar, women wear as much finery in the color red as possible complemented by heavy gold jewelry. A lot of women go so far as to adorn as many pieces of jewelry as they own.
Teej holds such a grand stature in this state that women fast during the three day festivities for the longevity of their husbands; making this occasion secondary to only Karva Chauth (one special day of fasting, observed across India by married Hindu women wherein the fasting is accompanied by prayers for their husband's long life).
(Also Read: Weddings in Bihar)
The Complete Teej Look
Since the typical Teej attire involves achieving the bridal look, women begin their shopping for the festival days beforehand. There are certain types of dresses, accessories, embroideries and styles that are more popular and acceptable than others. Whether from shopping malls or the local open markets, shopping for the occasion of Teej is an opportunity for women to pamper themselves.
The dresses worn at the celebration include sarees, lehengas, and salwar suits. Although heavily embroidered and stylized designer attires are becoming increasingly popular, the color scheme remains in sync with the region it is being celebrated in. Red and pink designer dresses are popular choices as these are considered auspicious. Although green sarees and lehenga cholis outweigh the other color schemes in terms of popularity.
It is common practice for husbands and in-laws to gift the bahu (daughter-in-law) of the house, jewelry items. There are no particular norms on the kind of items that are to be gifted, although jewelry made of gold and embellished with precious or semi-precious stones is preferred. These can be necklaces, anklets, maang tikkas, earrings as well as other items.
Attire Accessories
To go with their dresses, women also purchase matching dress accessories such as footwear and purses. Although it is not customary, it is now popular for women to wear jewel studded footwear or fancy footwear that adds to the grandeur of the attire. Purses follow similar fashion wherein jewel studded, sequined, beaded bags and other fancy clutches are purchased to complement Indian ethnic wear.
Conventionally, bangles are also accessories to the attire. However, on the occasion of Teej, this accessory takes on an identity of its own as it is an integral part of Indian ethnic and Indian bridal looks. Glass bangles in colors that complement the color of the dress are the most popular types. These can be found easily in open market and local shops that tend to mushroom at the advent of this festival. However, these are recently being replaced by bangles and karhas made of precious metals.
Beauty Accessories
The beauty accessories that women adorn themselves with include bindis, stone studded clips and hair pins and other such ornamental items.
Teej Shringaar
Shringaar i.e. adornment is a customary gift that is given to married or engaged women by their father-in-laws. These adornments could include jewelry, clothes and other items of ladies' fashion. Along with the shringaar, sweets are also given.
Global Influence
Teej is a festival of colors, second to only Holi. Good food, great traditional music, religious processions and buzzing fairs make it one of India's brightest and most anticipated festivals. Shopping malls and local markets are milling with people who are waiting to purchase colorful clothes and beautiful jewelry as well as other accessories during this time.
It is celebrated by Indians settled all over the world, irrespective of which country they are in. So much so that women of other nationalities who are invited to the celebrations not just enjoy the festivities and the food but also attempt to dress up in the way that Indian women do.
Facts & Trivia
- Teej is a highly regarded festival in Nepal.
- It is customary to apply alta or mehendi during Teej.
- Traditional households also set up ornate swings in their backyards or gardens where the women, decked up in their finest, sing traditional and/or religious songs.
- A woman is to keep an oil lamp lit throughout the night. It is considered a bad omen if the lamp dies away and implies that the husband might die soon too.
- Teej is called 'Teeyan' in Punjab.
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"London opens to you like a novel itself. [...] It is divided into chapters, the chapters into scenes, the scenes into sentences; it opens to you like a series of rooms, door, passsage, door. Mayfair to Piccadilly to Soho to the Strand." Anna Quindlen, Imagined London: A Tour of the World's Greatest Fictional City
London is one of the most popular capital cities in the world due to its connection to UK politics, fashion, history and it being the home of the British royal family. If you are new to London, you will not be disappointed with the amount of things to see and do and you will of course want to see all of the iconic sights, however, there are some places whose reputations have been so exaggerated that you are guaranteed to be slightly disappointed when you visit. That is not to say that some of these places shouldn't be seen. They should, but briefly in passing.
This guide looks at some of the more famous London tourist attractions that have an astounding reputation but don't live up to it. By all means visit them, but don't put aside an entire day to do it.
Number one on the list has to be Downing Street. It is a 25-minute tube ride away from the Montcalm Royal London House – Finsbury Square Hotel so it is easy to get to, however it's location isn't obvious, and you may find yourself walking past it at first. Once you find it, thanks to the armed guards at the front, you can't even see the number "10" properly. You will have to crane your neck at an awkward angle and stand by the guard but you still won't see the famous door. You will simply find yourself looking down a street that looks familiar for being on television.
Leicester Square is a place that is world famous due to the large amount of film premieres and celebrities that can be seen here on various nights of the year. However, if you're visiting on a normal day, it is a simple square that has a few cinemas, a range of London restaurants and an M&M store and that's it. There is nothing else there and you will find that you will simply walk through on your way to Piccadilly Circus and barely bat an eyelid.
Buckingham Palace is a lovely building in the City of Westminster that's just under half an hour away from London City. Obviously, it is home to Queen Elizabeth II, however, it is just that…a large building. The queen does mainly reside here, but you will only know that if the flag is flying. You will not actually not see her, not unless there is a major event taking place, where you will have to fight through thousands to see a colourful speck figure on the balcony in the distance. There are guards stationed outside the palace that you can have photographs with but, aside from that, that's all there is to see.
Marble Arch is situated on the edge of Hyde Park and is right next to an incredibly busy main road which leads to Oxford Circus. It was originally built to be the main entrance to Buckingham Palace, but it was moved to Hyde Park where it has remained completely out of the way - with nothing to build it up to be the famous landmark we hear so much about. You can walk through it and come out on the other side but that is it.
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About Leo and Capri
Leo and Capri is a series of graphic novels each containing one or more stories. The stories are about animals, plants or humans. But, what sets them apart from other books of the genre is the interweaving of ancients legends with biolaical facts and ecological messages. Leo and Capri, two humanoid parrots and inseparable friends, capable of communicating with all species, are the main characters of the series.
These books may be read by people of all ages. They effectively relate to the challenges one faces in life and the precious lessons we learn from them. They also aim at promoting tolerance and co-existence among plants, animals and humans.


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The recovery period after operations and injuries that is called as postoperative period is accepted as one of the most problematic processes of the Veterinary Medicine profession. Not managing this process correctly and not keeping the wound healing under control, not protecting the wound from the patient and other external factors may cause serious complications in spite of a successful operation. Sometimes, it is even possible to lose the patient depending on the problems appearing during this period. In addition to the legal – conscientious responsibility, this situation will lead to the loss of customers and prestige on behalf of veterinarian and clinic. The conventional methods currently used are now rejected by many pet patients and patient owners. The existing conventional methods remain unsolved for many patients and cases. Therefore, the physicians are developing alternative techniques. The hidden and aesthetic stitches, attempts to perform the major operations in very narrow areas and bandages with different specifications are all the attempts to bring solutions for this problem. However, the target success criterion should be overcoming the post-operative period comfortably by the patient without being depressed. There was a significant search in the world until today but now WinPet Wound Protective Corset has appeared as just the solution of this problem.
Forward-looking physicians with a vision, who keep their patient's comfort in the forefront in accordance with deontology principles, prefer WinPet Wound Protective Corset. WinPet is a high-tech medical material that is made of technical cloth. It provides prestige and awareness for the physicians who prefer this product.
In addition to them, WinPet Wound Protective Corset is the greatest assistant of veterinarians in the most difficult surgeries, at cases said to be impossible to recover, and at cases with long recovery periods such as dermatitis and eczema.


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New Delhi, Sep 29 : After the CBI's preliminary report indicted six leading firecracker units for violating the top court's order on use of barium and its salts, the Supreme Court on Wednesday issued show cause notice to manufacturers, and sought an explanation why contempt proceedings should be not initiated against them, and why their licenses not be cancelled.
A bench comprising Justices M.R.
Shah and A.S. Bopanna noted the CBI's report on use of toxic chemicals in manufacturing of firecrackers is very serious and there is also "prima facie" violation of the court's orders on use of barium and labelling of fireworks.
"Why cannot these companies be punished and why their licenses cannot be cancelled? They have purchased banned substance from market to manufacture crackers," the bench said, emphasising that the report has been received from government labs, therefore it is reliable.
The bench also noted that the CBI's preliminary enquiry report has come out with a finding that banned harmful chemicals have been used by manufacturers in several crackers.
The report claimed that firecracker manufacturers were also not disclosing the correct ingredients on the labels of the product.
Pointing at the air pollution caused by bursting of firecrackers, the top court observed that it has to take balanced view looking at the country, as every day, there is a celebration.
It further added that the court cannot allow people to suffer and die due to air pollution.
"Only those suffering from asthma can feel this.. We have to take a balanced view looking at the country because every day there is a celebration..but we have to see other factors also and we cannot allow them to suffer and die," it said.
The bench observed, if it were to issue orders for only green crackers, it may end up flouted, and the manufacturers may continue to use banned chemicals.
The top court allowed the firecracker manufacturers to peruse the CBI report and file a counter on it, and scheduled the matter for further hearing on October 6.
When counsel representing a firecracker manufacturer asked the court to hear her client, the bench remarked: "Yes, we will hear you, before sending you to jail."
Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati appeared for the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change.
The report of the Joint Director, CBI, Chennai on Standard Fireworks said: "Chemical analysis revealed that 11 finished firecrackers and one sample of raw material contained barium salt, out of which four finished firecrackers which tested positive for barium were manufactured in the year 2020, i.e.
after the ban on barium salt was imposed by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India vide its order dated October 23, 2018.
Remaining seven samples of finished fire crackers were collected in loose form, hence the date of manufacturing and the details of the chemical composition were not known."
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Published On: June 8, 2018 12:12 PM NPT By: Republica | @RepublicaNepal
BHAKTAPUR, June 8: A person has killed his wife by attacking with an axe in Bhaktapur district on Thursday night.
The deceased has been identified as Salena Majhi, 28. According to the Metropolitan Police Range, Bhaktapur, Umesh Majhi of Charnadi of Bhaktapur district, currently living at Changunarayan Municipality-7, killed Salena attacking her with an axe at a time when she was sleeping.
Salena, who received deep injury on her head in the incident, died in course of treatment at Bansbari-based Neuro Hospital, said Superintendent of Police, Himalaya Kumar Shrestha.
Umesh has been absconding after the incident and search for him was underway, he added. Police have started investigation into the case. RSS


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3 Components of Data-Driven Workforce Forecasting
Organizations can invest in workforce forecasting technology to support predictive supply analytics, bottom-up demand planning, and assess and solve internal workforce supply and demand gaps.
What is Workforce Forecasting?
The process of workforce forecasting aims to provide the necessary insight to optimally schedule employees based on peak seasons, staff qualifications, and cost reduction strategies. These forecasts can even be calculated daily or hourly for real-time indicators of performance.
As the workforce is generally the largest expense incurred by the company, effective workforce planning is crucial for any organization to reduce their total expenditures. Workforce expenses can reach over 30-50% of gross sales depending on the industry. These expenses are comprised of salaries, benefits, taxes, commissions, and more.
The most effective way to approach workforce optimization is to create a strategy based on accurate forecasts. Businesses need to leverage the use of historical data and sales trends to forecast fluctuations in workforce demand.
3 Key Components of Workforce Forecasting
The following 3 components are the essential best practices of workforce forecasting that companies need to consider to optimize their staff scheduling processes.
1. Demand Planning
This element of workforce planning is when a company decides on the headcount it will need for each role and each organizational unit. There are 2 key ways to execute demand planning to have the least amount of potential risk.
The first strategy is based on organizational culture. Workforce management should understand that their labor costs estimations may be inaccurate due to unforeseen changes in demand. Therefore, the planning phase should be focused on a range of outcomes that allow for flexibility to manage uncertainty and efficiently work through challenges that may arise.
The second element is the utilization of the bottom-up' technique. This requires technology that allows the users to create their own workforce plans and customized analysis. A technology-enabled bottom-up approach creates higher accuracy and enables a culture within the organization that is responsive to changes and is equipped to assess how these changes impact staffing levels.
The ideal scenario is when a manager is provided with a plan for the staff demand, which describes the job roles and staffing levels needed based on how the company generally schedules shifts against demand drivers, such as work volumes.
The decision-making process is led by the answers to questions such as-
- Does the company appropriately schedule shifts according to demand?
- How can the business align staffing levels with the desired growth strategies?
- Are there areas within the organization that pose low-risks when understaffed?
2. Internal Supply Analysis
This phase of workforce planning involves an organization assessing whether the internal supply has the ability to meet demand. In this process, managers evaluate the talent supply by role, while considering retirement, internal job movement, and turnover. This will also require businesses to assess performance quality and capability within the roles.
To find the supply forecast, predictive analytics is used to determine turnover risk, retirement, and workforce movement of individuals with the company. Statistical analysis with machine learning gives companies the opportunity to conduct complex analyses of employee demographics, workplace conditions, external conditions, economic circumstances, and employer actions.
These insights, such as understanding which individuals are at the highest risk for turnover, can give a company clarity to address future gaps in the workforce with minimal business disruptions.
The following outcomes can be achieved using the internal supply analysis method-
- Understand the largest talent gaps, which roles are the highest priority, and the most challenging positions to fill.
- Create targeted replacement planning to transfer knowledge effectively for critical roles.
- Proactive recruitment to prioritize gaps and source supply.
- Plan for future open positions to fill through developmental assignments and promotions.
- Attrition program creation to avoid expenses in workforce reductions for roles that have reductions in staff requirements.
3. Gap Analysis and Action Planning
This stage is where an organization evaluates its gaps to determine the actions that can be taken to close them. Companies can model the prospective impacts of situations beyond traditional recruitment, development, and transition contexts, to the impact of HR policy interventions and talent management responses.
The combination of demand planning and internal supply analysis will highlight the gaps between demand and supply in terms of the size, type, and timing of these gaps. This allows for a directional recruitment plan to reallocate resources and avoid costly cycles of staffing levels that are too high or too low.
An organization that utilizes this technology will come to understand that there are several factors that will drive retention, employee engagement, and workforce and company performance, including-
- Strategies of pay and bonuses
- Working structures and career ladders
- Transfers, promotions, and reorganization
Understanding these relationships can allow companies to close these gaps while achieving better retention rates and creating optimized policies for the workforce around desired outcomes.
Technology is an essential enabler for demand planning, internal supply analyses, and gap analyses, as it provides real-time financial and demand projections. Businesses can utilize forecasting software to optimize their staffing levels and eliminate the guesswork in their labor budgets.


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Planetary Herbals, Full Spectrum Hawthorn Extract, 550 mg, 60 Tablets
Best By: May 2026
- Date First Available: July 2007
Shipping Weight:
0.07 kg
- Product Code: PTF-10396
- UPC Code: 021078103967
- Package Quantity: 60 Count
- Dimensions: 5.1 x 5.1 x 9.1 cm , 0.07 kg
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- Supports the Cardiovascular System
- Herbal Supplement
- Approved by Michael Tierra L.Ac, O.M.D
Planetary Herbals Full Spectrum™ Hawthorn Extract combines a concentrated extract of hawthorn leaves and flowers with the whole berries, to deliver a full spectrum of valuable hawthorn constituents. Hawthorn is the primary herb used by herbalists in America and Europe to support a healthy heart. Flavonoids and procyanidins renowned for their ability to support the normal activity and integrity of the heart, are found in its leaves, berries and flowers.
Suggested use
1 tablet twice daily between meals.
Other ingredients
Dibasic calcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, modified cellulose gum, silica, and magnesium stearate.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Note: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using this product.
Do not use if either tamper-evident seal is broken or missing. Keep out of the reach of children.
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|Calcium (as dibasic calcium phosphate & naturally occurring)
|27 mg
|Hawthorn Leaf & Flower Extract (1.8% flavonoids as vitexin)
|450 mg
|Hawthorn Berry
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5.11 Tactical
"We are innovators who make purpose-built gear for life's most demanding missions." Our ethos defines our culture
– Trusted, Responsive, Accountable and Committed.
5.11 Tactical has established itself as the fastest-growing and most well-known brand of tactical apparel, gear and functional products in the world.
Through a commitment to operator-led product innovation, quality and compelling value, 5.11 has developed a loyal following among some of the most demanding and discerning end-users of apparel and gear.
At our Operations Center in Manteca and Development Center in Irvine, we leverage our deep relationships with Law Enforcement, Special Forces Operators and First Responders to gain unique insights.
The results are products that break new ground combining ruggedness, speed, range of motion and ultimate comfort in professional duty, tactical training, adventure, women's tactical, fitness and industrial professionals.
POSITION SUMMARY: In order to accomplish this mission, we have an exciting opportunity as a Shift Supervisor at our Retail store located at: 12551 Jefferson Ave Ste 239 Newport News, VA 23602 who will be responsible for delivering an exceptional 5.11 brand experience, building and maintaining customer relationships while achieving store sales goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES: DELIVER OVERALL BRAND EXPERIENCE Directs and models 5.11's Ethos, Values, Mission and Service standards providing an elevated customer experience Works closely with 5.11 Tactical Merchandising team to coordinate merchandising updates, identify opportunities and support long-term strategies Leads and delegates merchandise processing, replenishment and recovery of sales floor to brand standards Ensures all alterations and embellishments are executed according to department specs Models an efficient and satisfying cash-wrap experience Ensures housekeeping duties are completed to maintain a neat, clean and professional store experience.
With the direction of the Store Manager, monitors and follows up on sales goals, sales plans and sales budgets to optimize profit Assists with reductions, price changes, and transfers Unloads delivery truck, receives, opens and unpacks merchandise and labels merchandise with security tags Follows and executes safety and security routines to prevent loss and guarantee employee and customer safety Has working knowledge and oversees use of all Company systems in store BUILD CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS Creates an environment that maintains a 100% focus on the customer Models selling behaviors to build customer relationships and brand loyalty Models and supports use of store tools and systems to nurture customer relationships ACHIEVE RESULTS Accountable for store and individual sales goals Helps to attracts, recruit, hire and train high-caliber leadership service specialists Helps to assess team's performance and provides feedback using both informal and formal methods Ensures all team members are working together to create a positive environment and resolves issues Writes and flexes store labor schedule Helps manage store controllable expenses Protects the assets of the store through implementation of loss prevention practices QUALIFICATIONS: To perform the job successfully, an individual should have the following credentials: Bachelor's or Associate's Degree and/or 2-4 years of retail experience
– apparel preferred Previous retail management or supervisory experience Proven ability to provide a superior customer experience and drive customer loyalty Proven ability to assess talent and manage performance Proven business acumen with strategic and analytical skills Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of an organization Schedule flexibility to include evenings and weekends Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, and Outlook) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, lift, walk, and reach overhead Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds Ability to use a POS system Our Values: At 5.11 we embrace a high energy culture built upon our valuesof Service, Unity, Impact and Tenacity.
– At 5.11, we wear our passion for service on our sleeves: it is an honor to serve those who serve and people of all walks of life.
With humility and great respect for our consumers and our roots, we take pride in our brand and engage with our communities.
By championing the needs of our consumer we fulfill the mission of a lifetime.
– We build together-as one, global 5.11 family.
Our individual abilities and diverse perspectives strengthen outcomes.
We collaborate, taking a holistic view and listening actively.
By communicating with intention, care and clarity, we empower each other to reach new heights.
– We have big ambitions and they start and end with our consumer.
With them in mind, we innovate for impact-we think big, think creatively and challenge norms.
We foster curiosity and iterate, relentlessly pursuing solutions.
For ultimate impact, we drive to disrupt for good.
– We are tenacious in our pursuits and accountable to each other.
This builds trust and the confidence to rise to any challenge.
We have the courage to take risks and, no matter the outcome, we flex and adapt, always having each other's backs.
We persist-determined to Always Be Ready.
5.11's practice is to hire at 18 years of age and older only Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
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Welcome to our Climate Careers Zone – a virtual experience designed to support 12-16 year olds with knowledge and insight on how they can be part of the climate solution.
Jump in to our mini city of the future to explore how our built environment will need to adapt and respond to climate change. Interested in playing your part? Why not head over to the amphitheatre to learn about some of the careers that will help shape a sustainable future. Together we can #shapethechange.
You can explore the Climate Careers Zone using your mouse or touch screen. Click and drag the screen to pan round and change your view, or click the double white arrows to move between the different areas. When in the mini city a neighbourhood will highlight blue when you hover over it, simply left click to dive in. Throughout the Climate Careers Zone you can interact with the content by clicking any of the icons to open videos, infographics, pop up facts and more. For more detailed guidance click below.
Inspired by the goals of COP26, RPS' Climate Careers Zone is a virtual learning experience that brings the future of our towns and cities to life.
Aimed at 12-16-year-olds who feel they are facing an uncertain future, the zone explores how the built environment will need to adapt and respond to climate change, as well as showcasing some of the skillsets and professions needed to help us achieve the COP26 goals.
To inspire students on a learning path for a career that can make a difference, RPS consultants - including engineers, architects and environmental specialists - have shared their knowledge, personal experiences and advice.
Three unique areas to explore:
How do I access the zone?
You can access the zone by clicking on the button at the top of the page. The zone will open in a new tab.
Is it free to access the zone?
Yes – it's available as a free learning resource to students around the world.
Which devices can I access the zone from?
You can access the zone from a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smart phone. Though we recommend desktop, laptop or tablet for the best experience.
Who is the Climate Careers Zone suitable for?
The zone has been designed to support 12-16-year-olds in their career choices. However, the content in the zone may be relevant for anyone looking to pursue a climate change career.
I have come across a technical issue, how can I report it?
You can contact our support team.
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You can contact our recruitment team.
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Interac e-Transfer® services will be unavailable from September 26 at 11:00pm to September 27 at 6:30am for scheduled maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Money Advice for Life
Retirement: will you have enough?
Retirement – whether far away or just around the corner, it will require some planning in advance. Are you prepared?
We all dream of the day we'll retire. No more alarm clock and having to get up early to go to work. Being able to take a nap whenever we like. And doing the things we want, whenever we want – a golf game at 2 p.m. on a Wednesday afternoon, why not?
Being able to do all the things we want when we retire though will require some planning in advance. It's recommended to start early and if you haven't started yet, it's not too late. When planning for your retirement, here are a few things you should consider.
How much money will I need?
The amount of money you'll need to retire will depend on what you plan on doing and the expenses you'll incur. Ask yourself the following questions:
At what age do I want to retire?
What types of expenses will I have when I retire such as housing, bills, etc.?
What type of health insurance will I need? Will I need extra coverage as I get older?
What types of activities/hobbies do I plan on doing such as traveling, etc.?
Will I move into a senior's complex and what expenses will I have?
Do I want to leave an inheritance for my family?
Considering all factors, what yearly income would you need and feel comfortable living off of? Take this amount and divide by 12 to get your monthly income. Is this still an amount you're comfortable with? If not, you may need to relook at the things you may want to do or think about increasing your yearly income to make an amount that you're happy with.
I know how much money I'll need, but now what?
Now that you have an amount in mind that you want to retire with, you need to put together a plan on how to start saving money to reach this goal. Starting early is key as it allows you to save more over a longer period of time. Starting later is still possible, but you may have to put more money away in a shorter amount of time to reach your goals.
A retirement calculator helps you figure out the amount of savings you'll need each year to meet your retirement needs. It takes into account any money you've already saved, retirement income you may receive from the government or an employer and rate of returns. It also helps show if you're on track and provides advice on adjusting your savings if you have a shortfall.
Through the calculator, you'll be able to see what yearly contributions you should be making. To find a monthly amount, take the yearly contributions and divide by 12. Does this amount fit your budget? If not, consider adjusting your retirement goal or putting away smaller amounts that fit your budget now with a plan to reevaluate and increase contributions over the next several years.
When creating a plan, it's great to have an understanding of what your goals are and what is needed from you now in order to reach your long-term goals. It's also important to know that things change in life and you may need to adjust your plan along the way. This is why it's also important to speak with a financial advisor when creating a plan as they can provide guidance and advice based on your needs and things that may change over time. A financial advisor can also help determine what products would be in your best interest and help reach your goals.
Where should I invest my money?
Everyone's situation and goals are unique as should be the products to best meet your goals and needs. There are many different ways you can save and invest money for retirement such as RRSPs, TFSAs, etc. Talking with a financial advisor will help determine what products work best for you. Prior to discussing, become familiar with the different options available and jot down any questions you may have. Your financial advisor can help answer these questions and set you up with any products identified in your personalized plan.
When planning your retirement, there are many factors to consider and starting as early as possible is key. First, understand what you want when you retire and factor in all related expenses. Talk to a financial advisor to help determine where you want to be and how to get there. And then start investing today. Putting as little as $20 every couple of weeks now can make a big difference later on. There's no better investment than in yourself and your future… so what are you waiting for?


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- 3 cups rolled oats or old fashioned oats
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 cup bananas mashed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
A lighter version of muffins, made with banana, chocolate chip, oats, honey, and coconut oil. This is a fun recipe that you can have for a light and tasty breakfast or for a quick snack. It's a nice bite, you can store them in the fridge and pop one out whenever you feeling in the mood, they are easy to make and that's why they are such a nice option for snacks and breakfasts.
The ingredients selected make these muffins a soft and moist option, one bowl and pantry staples, and you can get ready for it. Some other ingredients we will use for this recipe other than the main ones: banana, chocolate chip, oats, honey, and coconut oil. It will be light brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, eggs, vanilla, and milk.
Depending on how you like your sweet level, you can choose in semi-sweet chocolate chips for a lighter sugar level. Once you have all your ingredients, it's time to make our batter, first.
Muffins can be made into many different ways, with this recipe you can play and use walnuts instead of chocolate chips or add flax seed for extra fiber. To make them even fitter.
You can enjoy them cold or warm, however, you preferred. Eat them with a glass of milk, a glass of juice. Take them to go for a nice breakfast and a warm cappuccino, hot chocolate, or warm latte cup. Think of them as protein bars, snack, or breakfast that will be up to you how you prefer to eat them, as well as cool or warm.
Another thing other than how quickly you can make these muffin batter and have them baked and ready to eat. It is how long they can last when well stored in the fridge, you don't need to worry about eating them all in one day. You can store them and eat them within a couple of days or weeks. And they will still be fresh as they you baked them, once you let them warm for a couple of seconds.
You will have that crunchy bite, with a now melted or warm chocolate taste. Ready to make them? Choose your ingredients, mix your batter, place it nicely into your muffin tins, bake them, but don't let them burn. Let them out and cool for a couple of minutes, as you don't want to burn yourself. And eat one or two before saving them on the fridge.
- Set the oven ready to 350 degrees, and the muffin pan buttered. In a separate bowl, add all the dry ingredients, salt, baking soda, oats and sugar, and in another bowl the moist ingredients, eggs, honey, bananas, vanilla, milk, and our coconut oil.
- Pour the moist ingredients into the dry ones and mix until blended, and then add chocolate chips. Prepare the muffin tin with batter and let everything bake for 30 minutes or until the surface gets a brown or golden look. Let them cool and enjoy it.


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Background: Cocoa, coffee, green tea and garcinia contain large amounts of polyphenols. Polyphenols are well-known phytochemicals and found in plants, and have modulated physiological and molecular pathways that are involved in energy metabolism, adiposity, and obesity. Methods: To evaluate the obesity-lowering effect of a combined extract (comprising cocoa, coffee, green tea and garcinia; CCGG) in high-energy diet (HED)-induced obese rats. Male Sprague Dawley rats (8 weeks old) were randomly divided into four groups (n = 12 per group): normal diet with vehicle treatment (Control), and HED to receive vehicle or CCGG by oral gavage at 129, 258, or 517 mg/kg/day for 4 weeks, designated the HED, 0.5X, 1X and 1X groups, respectively. Results: HED induced macrovesicular fat in the liver and the formation of adipose tissues, and significantly increased the levels of serum free fatty acids (FFA), triacylglycerol (TG), total cholesterol (TC), low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), and LDL-C/HDL-C, aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and ketone bodies in serum, and hepatic TG and TC levels, and decreased the levels of high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) in serum and lipase activity in fat tissues. Treatment with CCGG could significantly decrease the levels of FFA, TG, TC, LDL-C, and LDL-C/HDL-C, AST, ALT, and ketone bodies in serum, and hepatic TG and TC contents, and increase the levels of HDL-C in serum and lipase activity in fat tissues compared to the HED group. Liver histopathology also showed that CCGG could significantly reduce the incidence of liver lesions. Conclusion: These results suggested that CCGG stimulated lipid metabolism in HED-induced obese rats, which is attributable to fat mobilization from adipose tissue.
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|BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine
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- Cholesterol
- Fatty Liver
- High energy diet
- Lipase
- Polyphenols
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- Complementary and alternative medicine


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Patentability opinion
A patentability opinion consists in assessing the likelihood of an invention to be patentable by an office (for example the National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) in France or the European Patent Office in Europe).
Although they are sometimes interpreted differently, the main criteria, apart from a few exceptions, are those set out below:
- Does your invention fall under the exceptions from patentability according to the law? And according to case-law? For example, software is usually not patentable under the European Patent Convention. Nevertheless, under certain circumstances, case-law permits the patenting of certain software.
- Is your invention actually an invention as defined by the law? For example, a scientific discovery is not an invention. However, it is very much possible to protect one or more applications of a discovery.
- Is your invention novel over the prior art? In this regard, we analyse the prior art documents which is provided to us or we conduct a search in order to determine novel elements of your invention, i.e. those which could be patentable.
- Does your invention involve an inventive step? Conversely, would a person skilled in the art have been directed in an obvious manner to obtain the invention? Here too, we use our knowledge of the practice of the various offices and the relevant law and jurisprudence, in order to assess this criterion.
This expertise in economic intelligence not only allows you to access information about your competitors, but also enables you to adapt your own strategy.


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Biological Signaling
We can define the functioning of our biological systems by learning more about the electrical signals emitted from our nerves, cells, DNA, and more. By tracking these signals, and learning more about what signals are seen in healthy individuals and comparing them to the signals observed by individuals with specific illnesses, will allow us to create electrical signaling treatments. These treatments could train or guide our biological systems, cells, and DNA to perform optimally. In the case of diabetes, it could guide pancreatic cells to produce more insulin. In the case of paralysis, it could help individuals regain control of their paralyzed limbs. In the case of mental health disorders, it is commonly used to train the brain's electrical connectivity and ease symptoms. For cancer treatment, the goal of the electrical signaling treatment will be to help our biological systems to perform optimally, which could potentially help to decrease the development of cancer. It can also be used to force the cells into apoptosis (cell death). This form of cancer removal is similar to what is seen with Radiation Therapy or Radio Frequency Ablation, however, electrical signaling therapy helping to decrease the development of cancer is a new method of preventative treatments. Enhancing the signaling in our biological systems could be beneficial to our general health and could also be used as a treatment for specific conditions.
Rebuilding Nature
Not only could humans benefit from biological signaling, but other species could also. Any species that has electrical signaling can benefit from biological signaling therapy. All living things contain cells, and all cells utilize electrical signaling in order to function. In an era where the climate is dramatically changing from human interference, we can work to rebuild nature by further researching the therapeutic properties of artificially produced biological signals. Research has shown that Stochastic Resonance can be used to optimize the functioning of plants when tuned to the correct frequencies. Research has also shown that frequencies that are not in-tune with nature, such as artificial electrical signaling from nearby power lines, can be detrimental to nature.
Research has shown that when animals are too close to electrical lines or other artificial signals, it can be detrimental to their health and behavior. A species exposed frequently to artificial harmful signaling can interfere with their migration patterns, reproduction behavior, social behavior, and decrease the overall strength of the species. For animals with a nervous system, these artificial signals could gradually damage their nervous systems and affect their brain functions. Overall, decreasing the likelihood of the animal surviving in the wild. Therapeutic biological signaling could be an ethical way to heal species and support their migration patterns, reproductive patterns, and increase their ability to survive.


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Το μεγάλο σκάνδαλο κυβερνητικής διαφθοράς στο Ισραήλ, με την έμμεση εμπλοκή, της κυβέρνησης ΠΑΣΟΚ και ειδικά του (τότε δήμαρχου Αθήνας) Δημήτρη Αβραμόπουλου
Αβραμόπουλος -AJC12. "… Dimitris Avramopoulos, the then-mayor of Athens, is a key figure in Greek politics and might possibly lead the country in the future. Consequently, Accused #1 decided to try and arrange for the invitation of the mayor of Athens to Israel, present the project to him and attempt to obtain his support and advocacy".
(Το "Project" -παρ. 3,4,5, σελίδα 1- ήταν η αγορά του νησιού "Πάτροκλος" κοντά στο Σούνιο, που είχε χαραχτηριστεί αρχαιολογικός χώρος, αλλά θα "φρόντιζαν" μέσω κυβέρνησης ΠΑΣΟΚ και δήμαρχου Αθήνας να αποχαρακτηριστεί και να αγοραστεί για εμπορική-τουριστική εκμετάλλευση).
13. "…Later on, as detailed below in the 2nd charge, Accused #1 asked Olmert to invite the mayor of Athens to Jerusalem. Olmert agreed to the request. The Athens mayoral delegation arrived in Israel on July 25, 1999…".
14. "… On July 28, 1999, Accused # 1 hosted a dinner in his home in honor of the mayor of Athens…".
Ο "φίλος" του κ. Αβραμόπουλου, κρίθηκε ένοχος και εκτίει ποινή φυλάκισης 42 μηνών, από τον Ιούλιο 2012.
Διαβάστε προσεκτικά γιά την υπόθεση, όπως αναφέρεται στα δικαστικά έγγραφα. Ιδιαίτερα, το κεφάλαιο "The Tourism Project in Greece", στην σελ. 1 και το κεφάλαιο "the Facts", στην σελ. 3
On January 21, 2004, charges were brought against businessman and Likud activist David Appel, for alleged bribery of public officials. Among those mentioned as a recipient of an alleged bribe was Prime Minister Ariel Sharon.
The following is an extensive translation of the indictment, as filed at the Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court by prosecutors Rahel Shiber and Ella Rubinek. The original indictment is 33 pages long, including 7 pages listing 209 witnesses. The prime minister's son, Gilad Sharon, is listed as witness 207.
Amended Indictment
General Section
1. Over the course of the years, Accused #1 [David Appel] accumulated much power and influence over people in government at the national and municipal level. His stature gave him access to and direct contact with government officials at all levels.
2. Starting in the 1990s, Accused #1 began to be active part in various party affairs, including those relating to appointments to political and public positions and became known as someone with power and influence in this regard.
3. Starting in the 1990s, Accused #1, by himself and via companies he controlled, started to work in real estate development in the central region, primarily in Lod and Givat Shmuel.
4. In order to promote Accused #1's interests and those of the companies he controlled, it was important to have the support of the local authority heads in the places mentioned, senior officials in the Israel Lands Administration (hereafter: the ILA) and other public servants who were or might be connected to his business interests.
5. As will be detailed in this indictment, Accused #1 attempted to gain the support of the above-mentioned public servants for his business affairs in one or more of the following ways: a. by providing financial benefits, which he granted with the aim of ensuring their continued tenure as public officials or in payment for their activity on his behalf; b. by using his position, power and connections to promote their interests. c. By creating expectations among public officials, inter alia through promises or creating the impression that Accused #1's status and contacts would be available to them to advance their affairs.
6. Accused #2 [Migdal Hazohar Construction, Ltd.] is a real estate development company established in 1991.
7. Accused #1 is one of the two beneficiaries of Accused #2. This fact was concealed by Accused #1 and Accused #2. In the relationship between Accused #1 and Accused #3 [Benjamin Ben Jacob Tabin] served as the front man for Accused #1 and carried out financial transactions at his behest and for him.
Charge one: against Appel alone
A. General section
1. During the periods relevant to this charge sheet, Ariel Sharon served as an MK as well as in the following public positions: from July 8, 1996 to July 6, 1999 he was minister of national infrastructure and responsible for the ILA; foreign minister, acting chairman of the Likud Party, chairman of the Likud Party and a candidate for prime minister. On February 7, 2001, he was elected prime minister and on March 7, 2001, he was sworn into office. Therefore, while serving in all of the above positions, Ariel Sharon was a public servant as defined by law.
2. During the periods relevant to this charge sheet, the following public servants served in the following positions: a. Ehud Olmert was the mayor of Jerusalem (and therefore a public servant). b. Shula Zaken was the senior adviser to the mayor of Jerusalem and his office director. c. Amos Radian was the political adviser of the mayor of Jerusalem, on loan to the Jerusalem municipality from the Foreign Ministry. d. Ruchama Avraham was employed on the project as the material coordinator.
The Tourism Project in Greece
3. In 1998, as part of his business enterprises, Accused #1 began planning the construction of leisure and tourism centers in several locations around the world (hereafter: the project). He sought to build the first vacations resort on the Greek island of Patroklos, southeast of Athens (hereafter: the Island Project).
4. During 1998, Accused #1 began negotiating with the island's owners to purchase it. Some time before December 1998, Accused #1 was in contact with Norman Skolnik, a former Israel and resident of Greece with numerous connections in Greece. Skolnik oversaw the contacts with the island's owners and attempted to promote the enterprise via key figures in the Greek government.
5. The success of the Island Project, which was classified as an archeological site, entailed, among other things, legislative amendments in Greece and a change in the land use designation and planning and construction procedures, the granting of a franchise and tax breaks. Accused #1 felt that closer ties with Greek public figures would help him achieve this objective and worked with Skolnik to attain them. As part of this effort, Accused #1 sought to invite them to visit Israel on the pretext of an official or state visit, and arrange for them meetings with senior Israeli figures. In this way, Accused #1 sought to impress the Greek public figures and obtain their support for the Island Project.
6. During 1998, Skolnik found out that the Israeli Labor Party and the Greek ruling party, Pasok, were in contact to arrange a visit to Israel of a Pasok delegation as the guests of the Labor Party.
7. In 1998, Skolnik, in agreement with Accused #1, worked on getting the Labor Party to finalize the visit, by offering to pay for part of it and even approached the Israeli Foreign Ministry which was headed at the time by Ariel Sharon, asking for it to approve Skolnik's participation in the meetings with the delegation, which was to be led by the Greek deputy foreign minister, Iannos Kranidiotis (hereafter: the deputy foreign minister's delegation). Eventually, a meeting was arranged for January 10, 1999.
8. Shortly before the delegation's arrival in Israel, Accused #1 and Skolnik arranged the schedule for the visit, with Accused #1, directly or indirectly, even funding a substantial share of the costs and working with his acquaintances to coordinate a visit to the Palestinian Authority by the delegation, to coordinate a visit to the Knesset and to coordinate its meetings with Labor Party officials.
9. On January 11, 1999, Accused #1 contacted Sarah Elman, the foreign minister's bureau chief, in order to arrange Skolnik's inclusion in the deputy foreign minister's delegation's meetings with the [Israeli] foreign minister and with the Foreign Ministry Director General Eitan Ben Tzur. Elman had trouble permitting this given the opposition of various Foreign Ministry officials to Skolnik's inclusion in meetings of a diplomatic nature. However, in the afternoon of January 12, 1999, when the two above-mentioned meetings took place, Skolnik was present at them.
10. Before January 12, 1999, Accused #1 had invited Foreign Minister Ariel Sharon and his son, Gilad, to a dinner at his home on the evening of January 12, 1999 in honor of the Greek deputy foreign minister. He also invited other Israeli guests. Ariel Sharon and Gilad Sharon accepted the invitation.
11. The following day, January 13, 1999, at the Sheraton Hotel in Tel Aviv, Accused #1 and his associates presented the project to the leaders of the deputy foreign minister's delegation.
12. In mid-1999, or thereabouts, as part of the plan described in section three above, Skolnik told Accused #1 that Dimitris Avramopoulos, the then-mayor of Athens, is a key figure in Greek politics and might possibly lead the country in the future. Consequently, Accused #1 decided to try and arrange for the invitation of the mayor of Athens to Israel, present the project to him and attempt to obtain his support and advocacy.
13. Later on, as will be detailed below in the second charge, Accused #1 asked Olmert to invite the mayor of Athens to Jerusalem. Olmert agreed to the request. The Athens mayoral delegation arrived in Israel on July 25, 1999.
14. On July 28, 1999, Accused # 1 hosted a dinner in his home in honor of the mayor of Athens. Accused #1 invited Ariel Sharon, who was at the time the acting chairman of the Likud Party, to this dinner and Sharon accepted the invitation. Gilad Sharon and other guests also attended the dinner.
15. In late October 1999, or sometime around then, when negotiations over the purchase of the island collapsed, Skolnik, after coordinating with Accused #1, began to search for alternate land in Greece. Skolnik found land in a gulf located southeast of Athens, but purchasing it also entailed numerous difficulties. At the same time, Accused #1 began searching in Spain for alternate locations for the project.


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We've continued to experiment with doodled autumn leaves in combination with other fall arts and crafts ideas just because they are so fun and beautiful. These fall paintings were recently made by Maia and Daphne on canvas with paints, leaves, and metallic sharpies.
The sharpie drawings were more of an afterthought on this particular project, but such a nice one. I'm starting to think that every art project needs a little silver or gold sharpie addition…
Maia requested paints in fall colors, so I got out our
BioColor paints in red, orange, gold, yellow, etc (tempera or acrylic paints would work, too). She painted graduated rectangles around her canvas…
…and Daphne painted hers pink and orange and then covered it all over with red. They both added (pressed and dried) leaves to the wet paint. Daphne used small red leaves in a random design while Maia created a frame around the edge of her canvas with larger leaves.
Once the paintings were dry, I set them out with metallic sharpies as a simple after school art project.
Maia carefully traced the veins of a couple of her leaves.
Daphne circled the canvas with her sharpie and then added smaller drawings directly on some of the leaves and also on the painted canvas part.
(As usual, I lovef seeing how the two of them approach art projects so differently!)
I added a coat of
mod podge to the leaves to help preserve them and also to make them more vibrant and shiny.
I love the look of the leaves in combination with the canvas paintings!
Love it! I don't know why we didn't think to add autumn leaves to our paintings before now. We've added just about anything else you can think of—glitter, salt, tissue paper, construction paper, 3D objects…
Have you tried anything like this? Or have any other leaf arts and crafts ideas for us? I'm in the mood to try anything leaf related!
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If you have any setback in your life, like not being in the England squad was for me - any setback, like losing a family member - everyone handles it in different ways. When I first wasn't included I was numb. I'd been the main England striker for years and years. It was really disappointing. Votes: 16
There is no doubt that I would have won more honours had I signed for Manchester United as a youngster. Votes: 16
Nobody on this planet had a range of passing like Paul Scholes. Training every day was a pleasure just watching him. Unbelievable career. Votes: 16
Fortunately I am a mentally strong person and believe I will learn from the experience and continue to improve as a player and person because of it. (on breaking his leg) Votes: 14
I hate to admit this but I don't even know how to make a cup of tea or coffee. I can boil a kettle for a pot noodle and I've been known to warm up some food in the microwave. Votes: 13
The way I look at myself, the biggest achievement in my eyes - forget winning trophies or scoring in World Cups - is that I'm still at a top club playing at a really high standard having been almost two different players. Votes: 12
I would like to think that if I stop playing in three, four, five years time, whatever it may be, that I would still be involved in football and still have that as my profession. It is my passion and what I know. Votes: 10
The Spanish league is fantastic, but it has not the great passion the English Premiership has got. Votes: 10
I'd love to go and I'd love to play for my country and go to a World Cup again. I've got to accept I'm not in the current squad and just think, 'If I get it, it's a bonus and I'll give it everything.' But it's hard to do when you've been thinking a different way all your life. Votes: 7
If you look at football over the last 50 years there has been a gradual decrease in goals, you don't see too many 10-nils these days, but two, three or four goals per game is a good spectacle. Votes: 7
An emotion that lives with me is a sense of 'what might have been' had injuries not robbed me of my most lethal weapon - speed. Votes: 6
If you're a goal scorer, you have to have a certain attitude. I'm very serious. My missus thinks I'm a bit weird. I'm cold, I don't have many emotions. It's very rare I cry. Votes: 6
I don't set myself targets. Last season I scored hat-trick against Wolfsburg and three days later, that was forgotten, you're about to be judged again. When you've done well, you don't want another game, you just want to feel great. When you've done badly, you can't wait for another chance to come. Votes: 5
The difference with football is you're out on the pitch, you feel as though you can do something about it, or score a goal. But when that horse goes down to post as an owner you have no involvement whatsoever. It's a lonely old place in the stand. It's just down to man and beast. Votes: 5
I have a great family, good friends, a nice girlfriend, my own house. I have got everything how I want it to be. Votes: 5
If I'd still been in one piece from the World Cup and gone through my career, what type of player would I have been? No doubt about it, if I hadn't had as many injuries I would have been the all-time leading scorer for England. Votes: 5
I've got no hamstring in the middle. I'm basically running on two hamstrings on my right leg and three on the other. That injury has probably changed my whole career. I've been compromised from the age of 19. Votes: 4
Horses will never be my career. It's just a big passion of mine, and one that will always be there in the background, but football is my main passion and everyone knows that. Votes: 4
I was born to score goals, I feel. Votes: 4
You are affected by the surroundings, the mood of people, by confidence. I am no different. Votes: 2
Game by game is how I judge myself. At the end of the season, yeah, I do look back and think about how many games I've been available for, how many goals I've scored, how I've contributed. But that's what the summer's for. For now, you just look to the next one. Votes: 2
An emotion that lives with me is a sense of what might have been had injuries not robbed me of my most lethal weapon - speed. Votes: 2
You learn to understand it, but if you step back, you do think it is either strange or unfair. But I know that if you don't score, play well or win, you are wrong to have a helicopter and fly home each week to see your kids. You are wrong to have a business outside of football. Votes: 1
The bottom line is that I wanted to come back and play in the Premier League again and wake up on Saturday morning and really fancy getting out there and playing in front of this fantastic support, scoring goals and enjoying football. (on returning to the premiership) Votes: 0
There are pitfalls in World Cups, there are players who can win penalties and players who get the slightest touch and go down holding their face or whatever and get someone sent off. There are all these little things and you're hoping that you're not on the wrong end of it. Votes: 0
I joined Twitter and you read a lot of the comments. You're biting your lip and you want to reply but you know a headline will be made from it and you don't want to give people the satisfaction. Votes: 0
You're obviously conscious of being brash or big-headed but I always knew I was going to be a footballer when I was seven or eight. I didn't just think I wanted to be one, I knew I was going to be one. Nothing ever surprised me really. Votes: 0
I'm confident in my own ability. If that wasn't the case you might as well pack it in now. If you think too much, you start doubting yourself, doubting your quality, so you have to train yourself in a certain way. Votes: 0
I was born to score goals, I feel. How I score them - how I get the ball into the back of the net - might have changed. The actual ability of what I was born to do will never leave me. Votes: 0
[Wayne Rooney ] best tournament was the 2004 European Championships, when he played alongside me and made such a big impact, but it hasn't happened for him at the World Cup for one reason or another. Votes: 0
A lot of people have lost interest in watching England play. To get motivated to watch international football, you need your country to be having some form of success and England haven't had any for a long time now. Votes: 0
Best players I played with? Striker wise, well, I had a great record with Emile Heskey - he would be one of my favourite partnerships because we were so different and worked together so well. Votes: 0
Clubs don't like their players going off to play international matches and you can see a scenario where they eventually start to make it more difficult for international sides to call up players. Votes: 0
For me there's nothing better than putting the white shirt on for England and playing for England. I'd get worried if it wasn't like that. Votes: 0
Give me a great Champions League game or an exciting Premier League game ahead of an international match and I'd love that to reverse. A lot of people have lost interest in England games, it is quite hard to watch. Votes: 0
I don't believe in superstitions. I just do certain things because I'm scared in case something will happen if I don't do them Votes: 0
I don't get a lot of enjoyment out of sitting there for an hour and a half watching a game like we saw between Ireland and England last Sunday. Votes: 0
I don't particularly enjoy watching international football in the way that I used to. It hurts me to say that, but it's true. Votes: 0
I don't want to be modelling G-strings. It's not that good for my image " I'm a footballer not a tart Votes: 0
I have never thought of a scenario where international football was not a massive part of our [England] game. Votes: 0
I loved [Real Madrid]. It was a real experience, playing with a great team. One of the first questions I'm often asked is 'What was Madrid like?' It's got that mystique about it. It's a magical place and a magical team, and everything about it is great. Votes: 0
I remember running around the park as a kid and pretending, shouting out 'Michael Owen in the cup final. He scores!' To actually fulfil that dream when you're older and score two goals made it just a magical day. Votes: 0
I think in terms of best players, I would have to say Ronaldo, the real Ronaldo, the Brazilian one. I was fortunate enough to have a year with him at Real Madrid. He was at the end of his career and was probably half the player he was. But, in his prime, he was quite simply astonishing. Votes: 0
I think it's getting tougher and tougher, all the big teams are getting stronger and there's more of them. Votes: 0
I think nowadays Manchester United is more competitive than it's ever been. Obviously, over the last one or two decades, they've always had one challenger or two challengers maybe, whether it be Arsenal or Chelsea. Votes: 0
I think the greatest Real Madrid player of all time is Cristiano Ronaldo followed by Ferenc Puskas. Ronaldo equalled Puskas' great record of 242 goals in fewer games. He was also the fastest Real Madrid player to score 100 goals and holds the record for most goals scored for Madrid in a season. Votes: 0
I thought I would break the scoring record when I got to 40 goals by the age of 27 or 28, but then Fabio Capello took over and he never picked me again. Votes: 0
I want to be a top-flight football player, so I lead the life that enables me to be that type of player. I prefer to be seen in a decent light rather than an indecent one. Votes: 0
I was proper, proper fast at one point, and obviously I'm not now, so I've lost certain things, but when I was that fast I didn't need to do certain other things in a game. It was such a potent weapon. Votes: 0
It bothers me when I don't score. Votes: 0
It was a real eye opener and I'm really pleased that I spent a year out there [in Real Madrid]. Votes: 0
I've always been a player that likes to get round the back and get crosses in for other people. When I first burst on to the scene some people only saw the goals I was scoring. More recently they've taken notice of the goals I've set up. It is nice to be recognized for that. Votes: 0
Often the biggest test is when the chips are down and you've got to stick together as a team. Votes: 0
Scholesy was a genius, absolute genius. He was a center-forward's dream, you could make a run and he'd put the ball perfectly in your path. Any footballer you ask will always tell you that Scholesy was one of the best players they've ever played with. Votes: 0
The Champions League is more interesting to watch than international football and the quality is superior as well. Votes: 0
The longer my career has gone, the more I seem to score... It's experience and age and knowing where the ball's going to be. Votes: 0
There have been more things wrong with England than just Wayne Rooney in the last few years. Votes: 0
To be at the top, you have to have a competitive streak in you. If you're not performing, you've got to be angry with yourself. Votes: 0
To be the best you have to forget partying and concentrate all your energies on the football. Votes: 0
When you put better teams in front of you, that's when the big players rise to that occasion. Votes: 0
While the World Cup is great every four years, I think people struggle to get themselves excited about qualifiers against the smaller nations. It will take some good performances from the national team to get the feel-good factor back, as far as the England team goes at least. Votes: 0
You always come back to earth with a thump at some stage. Life has it's ups and downs; the acid test is how you handle the downs. Votes: 0


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About Anne Habermehl
Anne Habermehl is a researcher, writer and speaker on creationist topics. As this web site title implies, she believes that the entire universe was created by God in six literal days.
She graduated from the University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, in 1964 with a B.Sc. Chemistry was her major subject. In the years since, she has done many things: work as a chemist, scientific writer and editor, high school teacher, business owner, news reporter and photographer, church organist/choir director, gospel pianist, harpist, singer. In recent years she has taken an interest in ancient history as it relates to the Bible, especially with respect to chronology.
Anne lives in Cortland, New York, with her husband, Herb. She was born, raised and educated in Ontario, Canada, but has lived in New York State since 1969. She loves to travel, especially in foreign countries.
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