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Tonight we took a drive around town to see the lights. We grabbed some cocoa and drove around until the cocoa was gone. =]
4 days till Christmas–Enjoy the lights
December 22, 2008 by simplyblogged
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wonderful pictures, with snow, light… silent night!
We love driving around to look at the lights. For the past couple years though my oldest son has been doing the driving & that took some getting used to. There were these Mom moments where I just couldn't believe how quickly they've all grown.
This year we'll be taking two cars and a lot more cocoa since the boys have girlfriends and I'm bringing the Greats along. There's one neighborhood in our small town where EVERY house is lit up so we're going there to stroll on Christmas Eve.
on December 22, 2008 at 8:52 am | charlane
beautiful shots – I really love the first one
so pretty – i can feel the cold and silence of the snow
the lights captured from behind your lens are full of joy and happiness.
the first one!!–wow! really neat photo.
i wish me and my camera could do that!
have a blessed Christmas and New Year!
Beautiful Christmas lights pictures! The bottom one with the colored light post is so cute. We did our traditional Christmas light tour this past weekend. One of the best parts of the season!


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Head to Gallery 67 for closing night of the exhibition "An Abstract Thought". Refreshments provided. April 20 2018. 7 pm to 9 pm. 67 Simcoe Street North, in the main floor of the Holiday Inn Express. FREE.
Catch comedian Gerry Dee at the Tribute Communities Centre! The star of Gerry is the star and co-creator of the hit CBC sitcom "mr.d", now entering its 7th season. April 20, 2018. 7:30 pm. 99 Athol Street East, Oshawa. Tickets $49.00, $69.00, $89.00.
The Oshawa Little Theatre's production of Beauty and the Beast closes this weekend! The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. April 20 & 21 2018. Various times. 62 Russett Ave., Oshawa. $28 per ticket.
It's time for Girls Take Flight at the Oshawa Municipal Airport! This is a free aviation event presented by the First Canadian Ninety‑Nines, and Durham Flight Centre. Check out aviation activities, get information about Aviation and Aerospace Careers, watch presentations by inspiring women of aviation, get up close and personal with some cool aircraft! April 21 2018. 9 am to 4 pm. Oshawa Municipal Airport, 1190 Keith Ross Drive, Oshawa. Find parking along Keith Ross Drive, watch for signs indicating parking availability at local businesses, and a large parking lot at the Main Terminal on Airport Blvd. FREE.
Head to Parkwood Estate National Historic Site for a traditional Hats & Bonnets Tea! Enjoy a delicious tea service in the gracious Gardener's Lodge. April 21 2018. 1:30 pm. 270 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa. $35+. Call 905.433.4311 to purchase tickets and reserve a spot.
The Oshawa@Play Mobile Unit will be at the Legends Centre with fun equipment, staff and supervised space iso that children and youth can power off, connect with friends and play right outside their door! April 21 2018. 1 pm to 4 pm. 1661 Harmony Road North, Oshawa. FREE.
How to in 10 Festival at Oshawa Public Libraries! Looking for a small change? Something to freshen up the daily routine? Why not come and pick up a new skill! OPL is hosting a variety of experts to show you a wide range of skills. You can learn each one in 10 minutes or less. April 21 2018. 11 am to 3 pm. 65 Bagot Street, Oshawa. FREE.
Durham College (DC) is challenging Grade 11 and 12 students to put their recipes to the test at the fourth annual Epic Mac 'n' Cheese Competition! Everyone is welcome to taste test the recipes and vote for their favourite! Don't miss pop-up bake shops and kid-friendly activities to help keep even the smallest foodies entertained. April 21 2018. 8:30 am to 3 pm. W. Galen Weston Centre for Food, Durham College, Whitby campus 1610 Champlain Avenue, Whitby. Adults (ages 13+) $10, Youth (ages seven to 12) $5, Kids (ages six and under) – free. To purchase tickets in advance call Pantry, the CFF's retail store, at 905.721.2000 ext. 4271 or drop by in person Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are also available at the door.
Wreck ThaiBoxing comes to Oshawa! All A class fights are bare shin with elbows, and the event is fully endorsed by MTO the official PSO of Muay Thai in Ontario. April 21 2018. 6 pm doors. Sikorski Hall, 1551 Stevenson Road North, Oshawa. $35+.
The Durham Speed Skating Club is hosting a FREE Open House Event! They supply the skates and ice, you just need a helmet and gloves! Ages 7+, all skill levels. Email firstname.lastname@example.com to register! April 22 2018. 10 am to 12 pm. Legends Centre, 1661 Harmony Road North, Oshawa. FREE.
Learn something new at Mexican Cooking Fundamentals: Tacos, Salsas and Churros! A collaboration of Dine and Style Fine Catering and Events. During this 3 hour workshop, learn how to make salsas, tortillas and all items from scratch under the professional instruction of Chef Paola Solorzano. Ineractive, hands on and fun! All aprons supplied. April 22 2018. 490 Waterloo Court, Unit 1, Oshawa. 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. $94 per person.
Check out the Alternative Energy Tour at the Canadian Automotive Museum! Horses, steam, and electric have all been alternatives to the internal combustion engine. Join our guide as we explore the history of these alternative modes of transportation. April 22 2018. 1 pm to 2 pm. 99 Simcoe Street South, Oshawa. Included with admission.
Visit Station Gallery for Super Sunday! Theme: Fun with Negative/Positive! Join gallery staff as they explore the ways in which artists work with negative and positive space when creating a work of art. Working with a variety of painting methods and under the expert guidance of our Artist Instructor Jen Morrison, each family will each create a one of a kind artwork where playing with the negative couldn't be more positive! April 22 2018. 1 pm to 3 pm. 1450 Henry Street, Whitby. $25 per family, registration recommended.
North Durham Nature presents an Amphibians Walk at Nonquon Outdoor Education Centre! Check out several wetlands to listen for frogs and look for salamanders with herpetologiest James Kamstra. Please meet at the Pheasant Pen Classroom Site. April 21 2018. 7:30 pm. 19745 Old Simcoe Road, Greenbank. FREE.

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text: After what felt like a century of construction in front of Union Station, we've finally come out of the other side! What replaced the gigantic hole they dug up is now a beautiful sidewalk. To celebrate and thank the frustrated commuters who have had to put up with the chaos, they've set up Front St. Foods, a food market that opens at 7 in the morning till 9 at night. I've had a chance to stop by twice, once in the morning where a couple of vendors were open like Hula Girl Espresso, Fred's Bread, Bacon Nation and Uncle Tetsu and their ever long line up. The beau and I committed to waking up early and snuck in a morning breakfast date and got to the market at 8. We shared focaccia from Fred's Bread, chocolate banana loaf, spinach pastry and butter coffee from Hula Girl. There were ample seating since it was the morning and we had a lovely 45 minutes people watching and catching up. The second time I went was after work at 6pm for dinner. The place was hopping and I had to troll for a seat. I couldn't say no to the croissant dog from Holy Chuck, it's a beef hot dog in a croissant with smokey bacon bits and topped with chips (I opted out of the fried egg on top). It's as delicious as it sounds and had me craving more. To balance the meal out, I had a cup of corn with chilli, mayo and lime topped with Parmesan from The Mighty Cob but it did get a bit too saucy near the bottom. And what's a meal without dessert? My friend and I shared 3 churros from I Love Churros on the steps in front of Union, people watching and pigeon ducking.


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Steve Anderson takes Versus MX Shoot 2018 title
Images courtesy Versus MX Shoot 2018.
Steve Anderson beat Dutch archer Mike Schloesser in a one-arrow shoot-off in the compound men's final at the Versus MX Shoot 2018 held in Guadalajara, Mexico on 21-25 March – to finish a dramatic tournament. Tied after 15 arrows at 145 points apiece, Steve shot a 10 to Mike's nine in the deciding tiebreaker.
"I wouldn't say that either of us shot our best match, or felt satisfied with the performance. But, there were pieces of the match that I felt good about and I can build around that," said Steve.
"Shooting against a shooter as accomplished as Mike in the final always helps me gain experience. The more often I put myself in pressure situations, the better I get."
The Versus MX Shoot, popular among Mexican archers and some of the world's best that travel from abroad, consists of qualification, a round-robin format group stage, elimination and final phases.
Steve shot around 400 arrows for score over three days in an event he said he considers more of a tournament-based training camp, and six of his 21 matches were perfect 150s – which bagged him $20 USD in prize money each time.
"I think I averaged somewhere around 148 for the whole tournament. Six of those matches were perfect 150s, and a few 149s. I had a couple of matches that weren't so great, as well, and it showed me where there is work to be done," he explained.
It's now on to national selections and the opening of the 2018 Hyundai Archery World Cup season: "I just want to show up to each tournament prepared enough and confident enough that I can be competitive to win.
World number one Sarah Sonnichsen took compound women's gold at Versus MX 2018; Slovenia's Ana Umer and Andres Aguilar from Chile the recurve titles.
The Versus MX Shoot 2018 took place on 21-25 March in Guadalajara, Mexico.


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Yesterday, I sat in Starbucks working on "all things ZOE" to the sound of Christmas music! I am so not ready...
True confessions: I am the girl who doesn't play Christmas music until December 1st and the tree doesn't go up until at least the 10th.
So the sound of Christmas music on November 12th was shocking and served as a "wake up call" to get organized! I sent out a Facebook message to my kids (on behalf of Mrs. Claus...my alter-ego during December) so that she can started.
So how are your Christmas plans shaping up?
We would love for you to include ZOE in your Christmas Preparations. This year we, together, will "Give the Gift of Empowerment!"
What is Empowerment?
Empowerment means giving someone what they need to succeed...it can include knowledge, tools, resources, networks, encouragement and even permission!
Empowerment is at the heart of Sharon Thomas' work with female leaders in the Dominican Republic. This Christmas we are partnering with Sharon to strategically empower and support women in that nation. We are delighted that $120 will support one woman in her leadership journey in the DR in 2016. What an incredible investment!
Are you up for the challenge?
- Which women are you going to gather with between now and Christmas? Is there a potluck? A Christmas tea? A cookie exchange? How could you together sponsor a woman in her leadership development?
- Instead of buying more "stuff"(really don't we all have enough?), maybe your family could sponsor a woman.
- How about an Advent Challenge?
- Could you set aside $30 per week for the four weeks of Advent? This is the cost of a meal…or an outfit. This could be a practice to remind yourself about true priorities through the season.
What will you do?
Tweet us…using the hashtag #ZOEChallenge and let's together "get this done!"
Happy Planning! - Leanne


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There is a miniature White House next to the Citrus Tower as well as a mini Mount Rushmore, and a mini Statue of Liberty, too! Inside the White House there were all kinds of wax statues, souvenirs and Presidential memorabilia, such as the China they used or jewelry worn by the First Ladies.
Here are some photos of a few of my favorite displays, and the outside of the building. The day was gray and a bit wet, but thankfully it wasn't raining too hard.


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WASHINGTON -- Government support aimed at cushioning the effects of the financial crisis in the U.S. could reach $23.7 trillion, a special inspector general overseeing U.S. bailout efforts said in a report to Congress.
In prepared testimony for Tuesday's hearing of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, Special Inspector General Neil Barofsky writes the figure includes spending and commitments for several agencies that have implemented programs aimed at supporting the economy and the U.S. financial system.
Link at the Wall Street Journal.
"TARP does not function in a vacuum," he wrote, referring to the government's $700 billion Troubled Asset Relief Program -- its most visible effort to counter the financial meltdown.
That's something like twice our GDP. The thought that this amount can actually be paid without sticking a knife into the heart of our economy is, frankly, insane.


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- Howard Hertz, Entertainment
- Bradley Schram, Securities
- Gerald Cavellier, Family Law
- Walter Piszczatowski, Criminal Defense
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Mitch Dakelman
A Tribute to the Pennsylvania Railroad
Long-time member Mitch Dakelman, who will show two 16mm films relating to the Pennsylvania Railroad. GG1: AN AMERICAN CLASSIC, a 30 minute color film from 1983, during the twilight of the legendary GG1 career. These streamlined electric locomotives carried millions of passengers and millions of tons of freight for the Pennsy and its successors between 1934 and 1983. Filmed by the late Mike Autorino, and assisted by his wife Marianne, the film chronicles the career of the GG1 with emphasis on "Big Red", GG1 4877 which had run its last miles in a beautiful Tuscan red inspired paint scheme that adorned a handful of the G's during the 1950's. GG1 4877 and sister 4879 are preserved by the United Railway Historical Society, both cosmetically restored in the 1939 and 1955 paint schemes, respectively, and displayed in Boonton. Both Amtrak and NJTransit painted a GG1 historically, making them the first "heritage" engines. A second film is called CLEAR TRACK AHEAD (the second version we are showing, made in 1948), which was one of many films produced by the Pennsylvania Railroad. The 28 minute Black and White sound film showcases the railroad showing both steam, diesel and electric operations. This print was used in the recently PBS documentary on Penn Station. In the days before youtube, railroad companies produced promotional films for local libraries and schools. Mitch joined Tri State in 1981 and manages the NRHS film and photo archive, located in Phillipsburg, NJ.


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University of Miami
University of Miami men remain undefeated after dropping Florida A&M 90-59
They remain undefeated — but still untested.
The 11th-ranked University of Miami men's basketball team won its third game in a week Thursday night, 90-59 over Florida A&M. It was another relatively easy game for UM, which is 30-2 at the Watsco Center over the past three seasons.
The most significant news of the night happened shortly before halftime, when freshman guard Lonnie Walker IV landed wrong on his left ankle after taking a three-point shot. He was helped off the court, hobbled to the locker room and never returned to the game.
Otherwise, the night went as expected.
Miami dominated from the start, racing out to a 31-13 lead following a 10-0 run. By halftime, the gap had widened to 46-22, and the Canes led by 30 midway through the second half.
It wasn't enough to satisfy coach Jim Larrañaga, however, who remained unimpressed with his team's performance.
"I told the team after that I was extremely disappointed in our effort," Larrañaga said. We only outscored them 44-37 in the second half. We were sluggish, very, very careless with the ball, and our free-throw shooting was atrocious."
Six UM players finished in double figures. Sophomore Bruce Brown — already nominated for several national watch lists — finished the night with 15 points, eight rebounds, four assists and two steals. DJ Vasiljevic and Ja'Quan Newton also had 15 apiece.
Freshman guard Chris Lykes came off the bench and added 13 points, including three three-pointers. Anthony Lawrence had 11, and Dewan Huell chipped in 10.
UM shot 58.6 percent from the field and held FAMU to 40.6 percent shooting. Miami was 12-of-26 from three-point range but struggled at the free-throw line — 10-of-22 (45.5 percent).
The Hurricanes improved to 3-0. The Rattlers dropped to 0-3.


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Yang Liu
Graduate Program: PhD Supervisor: Yousry A. El-Kassaby Country of Origin: China Yang Liu was drawn to UBC Forestry by its high academic profile and state-of-the-art facilities. His research focuses on an analysis of molecular regulation of seed dormancy in conifer and other species.
Xinxin Zhu
Graduate Program: Master of Forestry Country of Origin: Beijing, China Xinxin completed a Master of Forestry through the Faculty of Forestry at UBC. She decided on this program because she has a passion for forestry related issues.
Suborna Shekhor Ahmed
Graduate Program: PhD Supervisors: Dr. Valerie M LeMay and Dr. Gary Bull Country of Origin: Bangladesh Suborna is a PhD student from Bangladesh where she studied statistics at the University of Dhaka. She came to UBC Forestry to study in the biometrics lab where she is working on quantifying the impacts of tree breeding on three spruce species.
Richard Schuster
Graduate Program: PhD Supervisor: Peter Arcese Country of Origin: Austria Richard came to UBC to pursue a PhD in Forestry. He was drawn to the place during his Masters research, which took him on fieldwork to Southeastern BC. Richard appreciates UBC Forestry's unique conservation oriented research areas and the approachable faculty members.
Martin van Leeuwen
Graduate Program: PhD Supervisor: Nicholas Coops Country of Origin: Netherlands Martin is a PhD student at UBC Forestry who is originally from the Netherlands. Martin chose UBC Forestry to do research because the Faculty provided the opportunity to combine skills in multiple disciplines.
Juan Chen (Candice)
Graduate Program: PhD Supervisor: Dr. John Innes Region of Interest: China Candice's study investigated the challenges facing the adoption of sustainable forest management and forest certification in China.
Ajith Chandran
Graduate Program: PhD Supervisor: Dr. John Innes Region of Interest: India and Canada Country of Origin: India Ajith's research focuses on understanding the complexities and finding solutions to improve communications between stakeholders. Ajith is currently undertaking a comprehensive doctoral research comparing communications in community forestry in India and Canada.
Ana Elia Ramon Hidalgo
Graduate Program: PhD Supervisors: Dr. Rob Kozak and Dr. Howie Harshaw Region of Interest: Ghana Country of Origin: Spain Ana Elia's research explores how the influences of social networks, trust, common norms, and gender issues affect community empowerment of ecotourism projects in the Volta Region of Ghana.
Olivia Sanchez
Program of Study: Natural Resources Conservation Country of Origin: Mexico City, Mexico Olivia is an international student from Mexico City, Mexico. Throughout her time at UBC, Olivia has taken advantage of the numerous international opportunities available through the Faculty of Forestry. She completed an exchange at the National University of Singapore, worked in Chile, and participated in the Exploring Forestry and Conservation in China course offered through the Faculty.
Jihoon Jang
Program of Study: Natural Resources Conservation Country of Origin: Seoul, Korea Jihoon is an undergraduate student studying Natural Resources Conservation at UBC. His hopes for the future are to make a positive contribution to the world by getting involved with global environmental issues.


text: Designer Creates A Colorful, Floating Palette Installation In Istanbul thaxton June 9, 2014 DESIGN London-based designer Paul Cocksedge has created a colorful installation in lieu of the GREAT Festival of Creativity in Istanbul. The installation is made up of red, white and blue transparent disks that are placed to overlap each other in order to form a screen that the public can see through. Appeared to be floating, the colorful disks are actually suspended by steel wires that cannot be easily seen. As it is a festival that honors British and Turkish designs, Cocksedge explained that the colors represent the respective countries, and the overlapping disks celebrates their connection. Check out the colorful installation below: [via Dezeen, images from Mark Cocksedge]


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Keeping Chickens is the companion book to the wonderful Canning and Preserving which I wrote about a couple of weeks ago, it's also written by the prolific Ashley English. These are first of what I hope is a long series of DIY books from Sterling Publishing.
I believe in the Spring we have Keeping Bees and Home Dairy to look forward to!
This post is going to be like a Proustian flashback only instead of Madeline it's chickens. After looking through Keeping Chickens it got me thinking about my relationship with chickens. Given that I live on the 14th floor of a huge high-rise complex the idea of me ever owning chickens seems remote. Which isn't to say I wouldn't like them, or the life in the city that would allow me to have them. It's a testament to Ms. English's book that after looking through it I had chicken longing.
When I first moved to NYC many, many years ago I first lived with my friend Elisabeth in her small, cockroach and mouse infested, seriously slopped floor one bedroom on Monroe street in a remote part of Chinatown.
My second temporary home was at 148 Forsyth street on the Lower East Side, sleeping on a futon on the floor of my friend Ansell's railroad apartment. It was a much bigger apartment than Elisabeth's, but shared the angled floor. I loved living at Ansell's place, but there were certain things about it that were a tad unnerving. The rats running in the ceiling above the bed, I lived in fear that one day the plaster would give and I'd wake in a cloud of dust and a bed alive with scurrying rats. Then there was the drugs deals in the stairwell, the needles in the snow banks outside the door and the general feeling of danger that clung to the streets like a wet noodle.
Despite all this we had a lot of fun. Ah youth. The thing that most sticks in my mind about Ansell's place his street in those days was how no matter what time of day or night you would often seen a family of chickens walk up the street with a matter of fact casualness that made it seem perfectly normal that someone amongst all this urban decay was keeping chickens. urban chickens without a curfew, Ma, Pa and the kids walking up the street oblivious to the drug dealer, crack heads, muggers and homeless people. One minute they were there and the next they had disappeared off into the ruins of an abandoned ruined tenement. Depending on the amount of beer drunk and pot smoked this was often either uproariously funny or surreal and vaguely disturbing.
Now this same boulevard park is home to a lush community garden called theM'FindaKalunga Garden.
On Thursday this is where members of the Stanton Street CSA come to pickup their goodies.
A while back, I think it was early Spring, I was walking to Union Square and passed by the M'Finda and heard clucking. I stopped and looked around and there were several chickens walking abround the garden. I was so delighted I immediately called Neil so he could here them. Well, him, him who shall not be named because Roosters are, I believe, technically, illegal to own in NYC.
This is Lauren who seems to be the chicken point person at M'Finda. She's great and let me come in and do a chicken photo shoot. She also gave me a tour of their very fancy digs that one of the other gardeners built.
Hen's lay 1 egg every two days. Sometimes the eggs get stuck and you need to massage them out. Hen's lay eggs for about 2 years, then, in most cases, become chicken soup.
Such focus. It's nice to see that the chickens have returned to the Lower East Side. Actually Chickens seem to be all over town nowadays. Just Food NYC even has a project called City Chickens run by expert chicken owners in order to provide a resource to gardeners and, well anyone, who might be interested in learning how to keep chickens.
Keeping Chickens shares the same great look and design as Canning and Preserving. It is indefatigable in its information and it includes, like Canning and Preserving, throughout the book, Portraits of Chicken Owners. Which I love. It makes it very real, accessible and for someone consider having chickens for the first time it gives you real life insights into the trials and tribulations of what it is like to keep your flock happy and healthy.
Of course my favorite part are the recipes, I can't wait until the fall to make the Pumpkin Crème Brûlée.
It's nice to know that where ever you live you too can keep chickens and that Ashley English has written the perfect primer to get you on your way!
These are just some pictures from the Stanton Street CSA pick up.
Oh look, eggs!


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Meet Kelly
ID Number: #186283
Age: 5
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Sex: Female
Weight: 14 LB
Location: In Foster
Hello, my name is Kelly. I am an extremely laid back five year old spayed female. Since I am spayed, I am ready to go home today! I am currently in foster and providing emotional comfort to my foster's grandparents. My favorite things to do are cuddling in bed, sitting on the couch with my humans while they work on a puzzle, and bird watching. I am a low energy cat and really enjoy living with senior citizens. Occasionally, I get a playful burst of energy, but for the most part I am pretty calm. All I really want to do is be near my humans. I have a very soft meow and am easy to take care of. I don't mind being brushed and I even let my foster mom trim my nails. I have never been around dogs, cats, or children, so my foster mom is not sure how I would be living with them. If you are looking for a companion who will sleep in your lap and follow you around the house, then I am the cat for you. Paws, Kelly
Kelly is currently available for adoption through the Wake County Animal Center at 820 Beacon Lake Drive, Raleigh. To view Kelly's full bio, portfolio, or to contact her foster, please visit this link.


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Funding flows to low-lying regions
A POT of gold will leave dozens of homes in Noosa Shire high and dry - good news for homeowners who experience regular flooding.
On Friday, three tiers of government - Deputy Prime Minister and Member for Wide Bay Warren Truss, Noosa MP Glen Elmes and Noosa mayor Noel Playford - announced funding for major flood mitigation work in Tewantin, Pomona and Cooroy areas.
The announcement was made at Tewantin's flood-prone Daintree Estate, which suffered huge damage in the February 2012 deluge.
Residents' homes will now be safeguarded with flood-mitigation work funded to the tune of $1.5 million, with each tier of government contributing about $430,000.
The money will cover increased drainage channel capacity, diversion of floodwaters to a nearby creek, bund construction and extra culverts as well as re-profiling of road reserve areas.
In 2012, in just one hour Cooroy endured a thundering 181mm of rain, setting an all-time record deluge for the Sunshine Coast.
To ease further flooding, Noosa Council co-ordinated with the Queensland Transport and Main Roads department, which has agreed to include mitigation work near Ashgrove Dr as part of improvements to the Bruce Hwy.
In a prior announcement, just over $1.5 million will go to separate project to remedy low-lying areas in Pomona, including Rifle St.
The Federal and State governments, with Noosa Council, will each contribute about $500,000 to have the capacity of drainage channels increased, divert floodwaters to a nearby creek, construct bunds and resume land.
Mr Elmes warned it would not be possible to "disaster-proof Noosa".
"But we can help those who need it most," he said.


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Rockglen Annual Show & Shine
Saturday, June 15, 2019
Classic car and truck enthusiasts from Rockglen are and beyond will compete for cash, trophies, prizes and bragging rights in five categories:
Truck: Sponsored by Rockglen Killdeer Credit Union
Car: Sponsored by Star Tusk Enterprises
Tractor: Sponsored by Rockglen Co-op
Motorcycle: Sponsored by Burning Hills Cafe'
Project: Sponsored by Fishnicki Organics
The festival included activities for kids, a 50/50 raffle, lots of great food and a farmer's market and craft sale. Show entries are encouraged to arrive between 10:00 - 10:30am for set up. Tractor entrants, please contact Jim at 306 476-7233 for special instructions.
Show attendees will choose the winners for each category. For more information about entering your vehicle or sponsoring a category, please contact Russell at (306) 476-7674.
Follow us on: www.facebook.com/rockglenshinedine


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Industry: Business and finance
Company: Morni
Designation: Founder
Country: Saudi Arabia
Age: 32
Country of residence: Saudi Arabia
Three years ago Salman Al Suhaibaney got a flat tyre. It was past midnight and he could not find a company to help, which did not charge extortionate rates. That's when he had the idea of setting up Morni, an Uber-style interactive service that delivers roadside assistance to individuals and businesses in Saudi Arabia through a free smartphone app. Services include towing, battery service and replacement, tyre change and repair and petrol delivery. Since it launched in 2015, once Al Suhaibaney had quit his job as a compliance officer at French financial advisory Lazard, Morni has raised more than $5m and is run by 39 employees, serving more than 30 corporates and is said to have the quickest roadside assistance response time in the Gulf.


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Alex Smith: There was a lot I could do better Monday night
Alex Smith: There was a lot I could do better Monday night
Alex Smith: There was a lot I could do better Monday night
Posted by Josh Alper on October 11, 2018, 8:22 AM EDT
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Quarterback Alex Smith played his worst game since coming to Washington when he went 23-of-39 for 275 yards and an interception in Monday night's 43-19 loss to the Saints.
Smith wasn't the only player to struggle in the loss, something head coach Jay Gruden referenced on Tuesday when he said there's "a cloud looming over our head." Quarterbacks always stand out, however, and Gruden talked a lot about the need to find better situations for Smith to succeed.
Smith said they've discussed how to do that in terms of gameplans and playcalling, but added "there was a lot I could do better" when discussing the lopsided loss. Among those things is communicating better with his receivers despite the fact that they haven't had a lot of time to work together.
"We've got to get ready to play," Smith said, via the Washington Post. "Yeah, are there reps where maybe more time would have helped? Maybe. But at this point that doesn't do us any good. . . . I do feel comfortable in what we are doing, I feel great about the guys that are doing it, our relationship and the reps we have together. I think there is always going to be those things, and it's a process that never ends. I think whether you've played with a guy for five years in the same system, those things always happen. I think you are fine-tuning those things."
Sunday's game against the Panthers will provide a look at whether Smith has found a way to improve on what went wrong against New Orleans. Two divisional games will follow, so it would be a good time for things to straighten out in Washington.
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Daily College Fantasy Football – QB Picks – Week 4 (Saturday)
Week 4 of daily college fantasy football is here – and here are the QB picks for the week. I think there are some great matchups at the high-priced QB, but in 2 QB leagues … or in lineups you feel like going with a cheap/average priced QB – there are tons of options this week. This list ins't in any particular order, but I do like the top 4 guys on the list.
Week 4 – RB Picks
Week 4 – WR Picks
Week 4 – TE Picks (Coming Friday)
Texas A&M at SMU – KENNY "TRILL" HILL
The coach lets him go off every game. Maybe he wants to prove it wasn't all Johnny's doing in winning the Heisman … and I'm rolling with Trill until proven otherwise.
Oregon at Washington State – MARCUS MARIOTA
There's not much to say other than he's one of the best QB's in college football.
Marshall at Akron – RAKEEM CATO
The one good QB that Akron faced (Penn State's Christian Hackenberg) had 319 yards and 3 TD's vs Akron. Unleash Cato with confidence.
Indiana at Missouri – MATY MAULK
Is underpriced on FanDuel considering he has 3+ TD's in each of the first 3 games … and … faces an Indiana team that can't stop anyone (and can't really be stopped themselves). This should be a really entertaining game.
Oregon at Washington State – CONNOR HALLIDAY
This team throws nearly every down. Somewhat tough matchup but they are at home and Oregon has given up 275 yards/game this season.
Virginia at BYU – TAYSOM HILL
Should have some room to use his legs in this one and he's a solid dual-threat QB just about every week.
North Carolina at East Carolina – SHANE CARDEN
The kids will be pumped up for this game. Carden has been very good this season.
UNLV AT Houston – JOHN O'KORN
So I liked this guy for 2 weeks and he sucks, then he has a really nice game against BYU of all teams. You have to like him this week against UNLV and hope he was just rusty and now he's good to go.
North Carolina at East Carolina – MARQUISE WILLIAMS
Solid run/pass option against a team that should keep pace with UNC all game.
Cal at Arizona – ANU SOLOMON
He's been darn good the first 3 games and has 8 passing TD's. He should have some room to throw and run, but Cal's defense has improved over last season.
Maryland at Syracuse – C.J. BROWN
Is a playmaker, not a super matchup on the road but this guy is capable of breaking off a big play.
Cal at Arizona – JARED GOFF
I don't know if the coach will play the undersized Luke Rubenzer during series of this game but that's been the case early in the season. That has lowered Goff's value but he's still playable considering the matchup.
Clemson at Florida State –
Unless you've been under a rock – Winston is suspended for the 1st half of the game, so you'll likely want to avoid him.
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Sometimes you need to go off the board at QB (although I don't really recommend it) … but this is gambling and it's fun if you nail one of these picks. So while I wouldn't roll with one of these guys through your entire lineups – tossing one it, especially in 2 QB leagues is not a bad idea.
Bowling Green at Wisconsin – TANNER McEVOY
If you want to go way off the board with your QB pick, Tanner could work out for you. He faces Bowling Green, who through 3 games have given up 1,237 yards which is the most in the NCAA. Last week he had 3 TD's and gets out of the pocket & runs a bit too.
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Indiana at Missouri – NATE SUDFELD
Was a pretty easy cheaper start last week against Bowling Green. RB Tevin Coleman is a beast, and I'd have to guess that teams are going to key on him even more. This one is susposed to be high scoring and Indiana should go down a score or two which might lead to plenty of passes for Sudfeld.
Texas State at Illinois – TYLER JONES
Vegas see's Texas being down in this one, which likely means Jones will be doing his thing. He's an effective passer and runner with some upside.
Northern Illinois at Arkansas – DREW HARE
This game is supposed to be a shootout of sorts and Hare just took over the job because of injury so he'll be off most grinders radar.
Ball St. at Toledo – OZZIE MANN
I simply can't ignore a team (Toledo) who have given up 13 TD passes + 1,099 in only 3 games this season through the air.
Ball St. at Toledo – LOGAN WOODSIDE
Solid matchup and he's really cheap.
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Living Faith
This week, my church had its annual Vacation Bible School, and I worked the computer as I always do. I love children's ministry. I love seeing kids worship God and learn about Him. I think it's amazing to see them soaking up God's word in a way they can understand and apply. I find it very inspiring.
The theme for VBS this year was Living Faith. LIttle Billie, the friendly clown who sometimes visits the children at Cavanaugh Church, taught about three stories in the Bible with characters who exemplify living faith. The first story was Noah and the Great Flood, the second was the story of The Three Hebrew Children (Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego), and the final story was about Solomon's Wish for Wisdom. All of the stories were delivered in a fun, relatable way that the kids enjoyed and could easily take life lessons away from.
It was nice to see the kids praise and learn, but the stories were also a nice reminder to me. If I'm going to be successful in working with kids and ministry in general, I'm going to have to have a living faith, one that shines in my life at all times. I need to trust God and praise Him in everything I do. Only then will my faith be alive and fruitful. I pray that God will help me to have a living faith, and I challenge you to do the same. Live out your faith and share God's love with someone today!


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As Sunderland comfortably beat Everton 3-0 on Tuesday evening, both Newcastle United and Norwich City were relegated to the Championship.
Over the course of 12 months, the Magpies spent £12million on new players – and brought in Rafael Benitez – but have had very little to show from their new signings.
Norwich, meanwhile, have a promising young manager in Alex Neil but ultimately lacked the quality in their squad to keep them from slipping into England's second division.
However, there are several players among both sides who will be desperate to remain in the Premier League next season.
Here are five standout players that managers in the Premier League could look to sign in the summer transfer window…
Georginio Wijnaldum – Newcastle United
Georginio Wijnaldum was one of the few shining lights in a desperately disappointing Newcastle side this season.
The Dutch midfielder arrived in England with a big reputation from PSV Eindhoven and made an instant impact, scoring on his debut in a blistering 2-2 draw with Chelsea back in September.
Undoubtedly, Wijnaldum's crowning moment came in a 6-2 home win over fellow strugglers Norwich City where the 25-year-old bagged himself four goals – one of the individual performances of the season.
While he needs to work on consistency in the top division, Wijnaldum showed glimpses of genius which proves he has what it takes to succeed in the Premier League.
Moussa Sissoko – Newcastle United
There's a reason the likes of Liverpool and Chelsea have been linked with Moussa Sissoko in recent transfer windows.
A true box-to-box midfielder, the 26-year-old has consistently proven over the course of his four seasons in England that he can cut it at the top level.
Sissoko, with his boundless energy and aggression, would be a quality addition to any Premier League outfit for the right price – surely the likes of Burnley or Middlesbrough would love him on their books.
He has 35 caps for France for goodness' sake…someone snap him up!
Andros Townsend – Newcastle United
Bizarrely, Andros Townsend did not get a decent run in the side for Newcastle this season until it was too late but, under Rafael Benitez, the winger was a revelation.
The England star's pace and eye for goal saw him grab four goals in 11 games for the Magpies in the back-end of the campaign.
While it was too little too late to save the side, under the right manager Townsend has what it takes to scare Premier League defenders – the promoted sides must surely be eyeing his signature.
He'll be praying Roy Hodgson gives him a shot at Euro 2016 in order to further prove his credentials to potential suitors.
Nathan Redmond – Norwich City
It's hard to believe Nathan Redmond is still only 22 years old.
The England Under-21 international found the net five times for the Canaries this season but his all-round game were one of the side's few positives over the course of a miserable campaign.
When the rest of his Norwich teammates looked down and out towards the end of their fight for survival, Redmond's energy and desire shone through which may just bode well for the youngster this summer.
Redmond is a long way from his peak but, with three seasons of consistent performances in the Premier League under his belt, the winger could be a savvy signing for one of the promoted sides at the end of the campaign.
Robbie Brady – Norwich City
Robbie Brady's debut season for Norwich was a disappointing one after signing from Hull City for £7million in the summer of 2015.
The Republic of Ireland international's pace and versatility may see him targeted by several clubs after the Canaries' relegation was confirmed.
And the winger come full-back should be coming into his peak years at just 24 years of age so he could be worth a punt.
Brady will be an important member of Martin O'Neill's squad for the upcoming Euros in France which will be an opportunity for him to showcase his talents on the global stage.
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From Novice Artists to Papier Mache Master Sculptors, Self Help Sparks Creativity for Eastside Couple Affected by Gentrification
Norma Coronado and her husband Edgar Coronado, have been dedicated supporters of Self-Help Graphics for over 15 years. They recently sat with us to share their stories and how they have found inspiration, love, and connection through their involvement with the organization. Norma and her family originally hail from Sinaloa, Mexico, where they were pushed out out of their homes due to Canadian mining corporations, crime, and drug trafficking. Her father eventually relocated in California, where Norma and the rest of her family would later settle as well. Since then, Norma has stayed very close to the Boyle Heights community as she spent much of her childhood visiting her relatives in the projects of East LA.
Norma, a day-time accountant, discovered SHG when she was looking for a way for her daughter to be immersed in her Mexican heritage. For many years, her 17-year old daughter used her strong art skills and the resources at Self Help Graphics to make sculptures and other forms of art for la Dia de los Muertos. Norma sees these activities as invaluable not only because they have instilled a sense of pride for a culture that she wants to see stay alive for the upcoming generations, but also because it has provided a tool of self-expression. "For me, Self Help Graphics gave me insight into my potential for creativity and my healing. It's therapeutic to do art. It can be the unplug that you need from whatever stressful time you are going through. Self-expression I think is golden. To be able to find the means to express whatever you need to express and the space for that is invaluable," said Norma.
Currently a resident of Torrance, Norma says she and her family have been living gentrification for most of her life, living through the effects of displacement. "Gentrification creates difficulty in life. The reason why I moved to Torrence, was the home that I rented was sold. I had 30 days to move, and I had to move during Christmas. Christmas, for us, is an important time and it was a very insensitive process." Norma explained that she was fortunate to not be driven out of California like many people have, and that gentrification has been a big cause for displacement. "That's where the real cry for justice is. That's why people are upset. Because these people are really being forced out not just out of their neighborhoods, they're being forced out eventually and potentially out of LA county. And that's tough. You're being displaced." Norma shared that understands the frustrations that people may have towards thinking that Self-Help lends to gentrification, but that one needs to immerse themselves in the organization in order to see the positive role and impact it has played in individual lives.
Edgar, a general contractor who did not get involved in art until his involvement with Self Help Graphics & Art, emphasized that Self Help Graphics has provided an important space for artists in the community for the past 45 years; and if the SHG's space had not existed, with its support network and resources, it could be possible that many well-known artists today may not have been as popular or express as they do now without its influence in their lives. Self Help Graphics, moreover, has served as a arts cultural center at the intersection of social justice. It has been a space where artists engage with the community through printmaking and the arts about issues important to them, such as gentrification. SHG has even given space for young girls to advocate against patriarchal cultures. By "helping people express when they see something wrong," Self Help Graphics ultimately serves as a medium to increase social justice within our community. Norma and Edgar hope that the community will see start to see that as well and perhaps, one day, experience the beauty they have felt since being an member of Self-Help Graphics.


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>It is not yet 7:30 am, and I have already been on two subways, one monorail, and a shuttle bus. The gate from which my flight to Pittsburgh departs is in a construction site, no exaggeration. It is bizarre.
However, I just learned that JetBlue offers free wifi. It is my new favorite airline, even if I have 125,000 frequent flier miles on American with another 15,000 to be accumulated by the end of January. Quite frankly, those additional 15,000 are courtesy of JetBlue, too, in a roundabout way. JetBlue is beginning service to O'Hare in January, so American has to bribe people with bonus miles and cheap flights to retain them.
I may get ridiculous amounts of miles, upgrades, and free flights on American, but do they have free wifi? No, they do not. (OK, I am not permanently switching allegiances any time soon, but this free wifi is really warming my little heart in these wee morning hours.)


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It's about time for a little fun today, so I pulled together a short list of restaurants that are the most popular on two highly reputable sites, Trip Advisor and Yelp. Here is the top five list for TA as of today:
- Smoky Mountain Shakes N Dawgs– This is a local establishment known for their many variations on the hot dog and their milk shakes. By my count they have 24 different kinds of hot dogs and nine milk shakes. This is a place that is on our wish list for next time. They are located a few miles east of downtown.
- Crockett's 1875 Breakfast Camp– You can see my review of this fine restaurant on a previous posting where I crowned them champions of breakfast in the Burg. High praise coming from someone who loves a good breakfast that doesn't necessarily involve pancakes.
- Buckhorn Inn– One of the few places in the area where proper dress attire is required, this is actually a bed and breakfast with a different menu every day. You will more than likely need a reservation to find a seat here.
- Parton's Deli– Located before you reach the bustle of town is this deli, which actually steams the subs before serving them. Not a common practice but there is another deli in Knoxville that does the same and that's Nixon's Deli. Never been to Parton's, but if people keep raving, then I'm game.
- Mountain Lodge Restaurant– Another breakfast place that is more popular with the locals, but word is getting out to the tourist-y folk. Their prices along with their food cannot be beat, according to them, and yes, it is on the to-eat list.
Here is the top five restaurants according to Yelp:
- Cherokee Grill– We have eaten here three times, and I must say that this restaurant has some pretty good steaks, not to mention the Neva's Potatoes, which might be the best side item on any menu in town. Prices are a bit higher here but worth a splurge.
- Crockett's 1875 Breakfast Camp– See my post dedicated to them. There is good reason they are ranked highly on multiple sites.
- Three Jimmy's– This one is a bit of a surprise to me. This is your typical southern bar-type restaurant with the standard fare, but they do feature some live music. Located down on the East Parkway, I have never been a visitor, so I can't speak for their food yet.
- Smoky Mountain Shakes N Dawgs– See above.
- Smoky Mountain Trout House– Located right beside Zoder's Inn on the Parkway, they have at least 12 different trout dishes on the menu: baked, fried, smoked, broiled… ok enough of Bubba (shameless Forrest Gump reference). I'm not a big seafood fan, and my wife is even less of one, so this one is doubtful at best.
Hopefully I've given the future Gatlinburg traveler some thought about where you would like to eat when you're here. You should get a good read on what I recommend in past, present, and future posts, so read and eat on.


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You might want to trade in those peanuts and cracker jacks for hot chocolate because 2015 has seen a chilly start to baseball season.
The Colorado Rockies tweeted out this picture of Coors Field, covered in snow, on May 10, 2015.
Not exactly what comes to mind when you think of a ballpark in May, is it?
Credit: Colorado Rockies via Twitter
Here, Chase Headley of the New York Yankees hits a two-run single as snow falls during the first inning of a game against the Detroit Tigers April 22, 2015.
Credit: Carlos Osorio
Tigers starting pitcher David Price pitches through the snow at Comerica Park in Detroit, April 22, 2015.
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Yup, you read that right.
Sleet fell onto the field at Pittsburgh's PNC Park forcing members of the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago Cubs to battle the freak weather, in addition to each other, April 22, 2015.
Credit: Jared Wickerham/Getty
Ian Kinsler tries to keep his hands warm, during the first inning of the Detroit Tigers' game against the New York Yankees at Comerica Park, April 22, 2015.
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Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Andrew McCutchen smiles as a rain and snow mix bears down on PNC Park, during the 7th inning of a game against the Chicago Cubs, April 22, 2015.
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Sleet falls onto the field during a game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago Cubs, April 22, 2015.
An image in black and white, just like the Pittsburgh uniforms.
Bundled up against the cold weather, Chicago Cubs right fielder Jorge Soler waits for a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, April 23, 2015.
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Detroit Tigers second baseman Ian Kinsler blows into his hand to keep warm as snow falls around him, April 22, 2015.
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A heavy storm of rain and snow blows around the flags at PNC Park on Wednesday, April 22, 2015.
Despite Mother Nature's best efforts to delay the game, the home team ultimately ended up pulling off a 4-3 victory.
A ball slips by Jorge Soler of the Chicago Cubs, during a snow storm in the seventh inning of their matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates, April 22, 2015.
The winter of 2015 buried ballparks across the country under blankets of snow, forcing crews to work overtime this spring to ready fields for the start of the season.
Here, snow removal begins along the right field line of Wrigley Field as opening day approaches in Chicago.
Credit: Charles Rex Arbogast/AP
Snow is cleared from the sidewalk outside Comerica Park, ahead of the Detroit Tigers' home opener against the Minnesota Twins, April 6th.
The grounds crew covers the infield at Turner Field, prior to a game between the Braves and the New York Mets in Atlanta, Georgia, April 10, 2015.
This year, it seems Mother Nature's batting average for spring storms has gone way up.
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Spring showers bring May flowers, but they also bring stormy skies to the ballpark.
Here, rain clouds move in over Hammond Stadium during an exhibition spring training baseball game with the Tampa Bay Rays and Minnesota Twins in Fort Myers, Florida, March 11, 2015.
Credit: Brynn Anderson/AP
The longevity of 2015's wintry conditions, not only wreaked havoc on the start of the season; it drastically delayed ballpark renovations.
Here, a cyclist rides past Wrigley Field in Chicago just four days before the season opener there, April 1, 2015.
Due to weather delays, construction on the stadium's more than 5,000 general admission bleacher seats will not be completed by the season opener.
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Admittedly, this isn't the first snowy start to baseball season in recent memory.
Here, David Wright of the New York Mets reacts as snow falls during batting practice, April 12, 2013.
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Pitchers often have to dive away from balls hit hard their way, but you don't often see them diving over piles of snow.
Yet, pitcher Rex Brothers of the Colorado Rockies jumps over a snow bank here, before the Rockies' double header against the New York Mets two years ago in Denver, Colorado, April 16, 2013.
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Here, Colorado Rockies fan Pegie Frazier proves you can still "root, root, root for the home team," you just have to do it in your winter coat sometimes.
She sits in the snow covered seating bowl at Coors Field, as snow removal delays the game, April 16, 2013.
With snow, sleet and freezing rain hitting ballparks across the country this week...
It may be baseball season, but you may not want to show up in shorts and t-shirts just yet.


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There's not a lot that's warm and fuzzy about the late dictator of North Korea, Kim Jong-Il. One factoid that floats around is that "the guy loved movies!" As the documentary The Lovers and the Despot shows, even this is tinged with darkness.
Built around a lengthy interview with former film star Choi Eun-hee, directors Robert Cannan and Ross Adam tell the strange tale of how Choi, a South Korean, and her ex-husband, director Shin Sang-ok, were kidnapped by Kim's agents and pressed into servitude, with the order to make North Korea's film output great.
Adding some strangeness into the mix: Choi and Shin, while certainly unhappy with being captured, proceeded to produce some of the best work of their lives, and with more freedom than they had while working in the capitalist system.
Images from their films mixed with appearances at state functions and international film festivals play out over Choi's recollection. It's an amazing examination of how, in no matter how bizarre of a setting, life eventually settles into a "new normal" and how people find ways to carry on. (Choi now lives in the United States.)
It's one hell of a yarn, which makes The Lovers and the Despot's strangely soporific style something of a disappointment. Cannan and Adam color in the edges with footage of North Korea in the late 1970s, and on more than one occasion leaves one feeling that there's a more interesting movie on this topic lurking right around the corner. Not much is explained about Choi's years in detention before her husband is also abducted, other than she did a lot of gardening. Shin's dalliance with another film star is introduced as a juicy plot point, then dropped. While the overall story is shocking, once you are told the hook, the rest (no disrespect to the people who endured it) is something of an anticlimax.
"Why do all our films have crying in them?" we hear Kim complain on audiotape before hatching his plot. The Lovers and the Despot, like the Rogen and Franco comedy The Interview did with Kim Jong-un, continues the trend of presenting the Kims as "goofball totalitarians". For whatever reason, images of Kim Jong-il with his puff of hair and large glasses continue to get chuckles from audiences, even as we know how his people are oppressed. The west has yet to figure out fully if it should categorise North Korea as a threat, a pest of a joke. Despite direct access to witnesses, this isn't the film that's going to solve that puzzle.


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It's definitely not coming home but the Lions are as England's dream of making it to the finals were crushed by Croatia. The Luka Modric side defeated Harry Kane and Co. 2-1 to cruise to th finals of the FIFA World Cup 2018.
Mario Mandzukic scored in the 109th minute of the extra time as the scores were leveled after Trippier curled a superb free-kick into the top corner.
The Juventus forward made a remarkable comeback from a shattered Croatian team to take the small nation of little more than four million people into their first World Cup final.
Croatia, in their first semi since 1998, levelled through Ivan Perisic after 68 minutes and then looked the more dangerous side. The team faced extra time for the third successive game, having got past Denmark and Russia on penalties.
Ivan Perisic was on fire and left no stone unturned to trouble the English side in a do-or-die clash.
France, on the other hand, reached the finals on Tuesday after a second-half header from Samuel Umtiti gave them a 1-0 win against Belgium.
The Didier Deschamps' side will face Croatia in Moscow on Sunday as the French look to lift the trophy for the second time following their triumph on home soil in 1998.
The two national teams have previously played each other five times with France winning three of those matches, while the other two resulted in a draw.
Also read: FIFA World Cup 2018: Croatia cruise to finals 2-1 England - As it happened
The two last played each other in March 2011 during an international friendly exhibition, but it resulted in a 0-0 draw.
Rundown of France and Croatia's head-to-head results
July 8, 1998: France 2, Croatia 1 at Stade de France (Paris)
November 13, 1999: France 3, Croatia 0 at Stade de France (Paris)
May 28, 2000: France 2, Croatia 0 at Maksimir (Zagreb, Croatia)
June 17, 2004: France 2, Croatia 2 at Estadio Dr. Magalhaes Pessoa (Leiria, Portugal)
March 29, 2011: France 0, Croatia 0 at Stade de France (Paris)
Also read: FIFA World Cup: What does 'it's coming home' mean?
For France, a young team full of bright young stars, including Kylian Mbappe, may realize their talent in the most impressive way, whereas, for Croatia, a group of world-class professionals will try to win it the title for the first time.


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we've a problem with a connection between CICS TS 5.2 as SSL-Client and AWS-Server. We're using the CICS WEB OPEN (with the URIMAP-Parameter). The CICS WEB OPEN ends normally(RESP 00). After that, we're using CICS WEB CONVERSE to send/receive. The Converse command ends with RESP 17/42. CICSLOG: DFHSO0123 15/05/2019 11:41:29 KTA2CICS Return code 417 received from function 'gsk_secure_socket_init' of System SSL. Reason:
Self-signed certificate. Peer: 12.345.67.89, TCPIPSERVICE: NONE.
CICS SSL Trace returns: Kubernetes Ingress Controller Fake Certificate.
The certifcate (ROOT CA) is in the correct keyring
RACLIST is refreshed
connect to a single Virtual IP address (or load balancer) which has 3 backend servers behind it.
Using Postman to send the request works fine.
Any suggestions ?
Thanks in advance
Answer by PaulCooper(CICS) (136) | May 30 at 11:15 AM
Are you certain that the correct certificate is in the keyring? I ask as it is possible for two different certificates to appear to be the same (same issuer and subject values) whilst in fact being different. If the remote infrastructure is generating self-signed certificates then perhaps a previous generation of the certificate was deployed to CICS, or a certificate for a different web application entirely? Could there be a subtle mismatch?
Connecting to AWS from CICS can be problematic due to the lack of support for the SNI protocol in CICS, could that be relevant to your scenario? There's an RFE tracking that problem: RFE ID 94554 - SNI Support for outbound connections in CICS.
Paul Cooper
IBM CICS Development
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Since January 30th, 2016, Shanghai has extended its visa-free transit policy from 72 hours to 144 hours (6 days). It provides more convenience and flexibility to businessmen, travelers, and passengers who are passing through Shanghai to their final destination.
It is called the 144-hour visa-free policy. But it is possible to make your stay longer than 144 hours without a visa. First, you need to know how the 144 hours are calculated.
The 144 hours start counting down from 00:00 following the day of entry.
For example, you enter Shanghai at 6am on June 1st, 2016; your stay period starts counting down from 00:00 on June 2nd and you can stay until 23:59 on June 7th. So you actually have more time than 144 hours if you can find suitable transport.
The most popular way to get to Shanghai is by airplane through Pudong Airport and Hongqiao Airport. But it is not the only option.
Passengers traveling to Shanghai by boat and train can also enjoy this policy.
It means that you can get off a cruise ship at Shanghai Port or Shanghai Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal and take an excursion tour in Shanghai without a visa before you continue your cruise journey.
If you are traveling in Hong Kong, you can take a train from Hong Kong's Hung Hom Railway Station to Shanghai Railway Station with an onward ticket leaving for a third country/area, and you don't need to apply for a China visa.
Besides Shanghai, Jiangsu Province and Zhejiang Province are also included in this 144-hour visa-free policy. If convenient, you can also choose to travel through Nanjing Lukou International Airport and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport.
Hangzhou in Zhejiang, and Suzhou and Nanjing in Jiangsu are famous tourist cities around Shanghai. It is convenient to travel to them from Shanghai by high-speed train. Make the most of your 144 hours to take a tour of these cities.
|Travel Time by G Trains
|Travel Time by D Trains
|1–1½ h
|1–1½ h
|½ h
|½–1 h
|1–2 h
|2–2½ h
|1½–2 h
|1½–2 h
This policy requires that passengers must be in transit to a third country or region. Hong Kong and Macau are considered as third countries/regions for transit purposes. You can include them in your itinerary to meet the policy's criteria and also do some sightseeing there.
Here is an example for your reference:
US – Shanghai/Jiangsu/Zhejiang (6 days) – Hong Kong (3 days) – US
This 144-hour visa-free policy allows passengers to arrange their travel plans to China and even the countries in Southeast Asia in a more flexible way, and it saves a lot of trouble.
Shanghai is an important gateway to Southeast Asia. There are many flights between Shanghai and major cities in Southeast Asia.
You can transit through Shanghai without a visa and enjoy a tour in Shanghai to adjust to Asia before you head to the next Asian country.
|Number of Direct Flights Per Day (Approx.)
|Journey Time (Approx.)
|Shanghai–Bangkok, Thailand
|4 hours 30 minutes
|5 hours 5 minutes
|Shanghai–Chiang Mai, Thailand
|4 hours 10 minutes
|Shanghai–Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
|4 hours 15 minutes
|Shanghai–Hanoi, Vietnam
|3 hours 20 minutes
|Shanghai–Siem Reap, Cambodia
|4 hours 30 minutes
|Shanghai–Phnom Penh, Cambodia
|4 hours 15 minutes
|Shanghai–Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
|5 hours 20 minutes
|5 hours 30 minutes
There are hundreds of historical, cultural, and scenic attractions in Shanghai. It is impossible to cover all of them in your itinerary but the most popular attractions, as detailed below, should not be missed.
Learn more places to have fun with your kids in Shanghai.
Hangzhou and Suzhou are two important tourist cities near Shanghai. If your time permits, add them into your tour itinerary.
Hangzhou, one of the Seven Ancient Capital Cities, was praised by Marco Polo as "the most beautiful and prosperous city in the world". It attracts a large number of visitors with its beautiful West Lake and tranquil water towns. It takes 1–1½ hours to travel there by train from Shanghai.
Suzhou is renowned for its classic gardens and traditional waterside architecture. The famous attractions include the Humble Administrator's Garden, Tiger Hill, and the Garden of the Master of Nets. It takes 30 minutes to an hour to travel there by train from Shanghai.
Day 1: Shanghai arrival
Day 2: Discover Shanghai: the Bund, Yuyuan Garden, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Museum
Day 3: Travel to Hangzhou (1 hour by bullet train), Lingyin Temple, West Lake, a tea plantation
Day 4: Travel to Suzhou (2 hours by bullet train), the Humble Administrator's Garden, Tiger Hill, the Garden of the Master of Nets
Day 5: Tongli Water Town, Shanghai departure
See a detailed tour itinerary on: Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Suzhou Bullet Train Tour.
We have designed a dozen Shanghai tours to help our customers take advantage of the 144-hour visa-free transit policy. Here are the most popular tours, for your reference:
See more Shanghai tours. Our tours are customizable — tell us your interests and requirements and we will help you to tailor-make a Shanghai tour.


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This easy hike will focus on the alewife, Alosa pseudoharengus, an anadromous fish that migrates up rivers about this time of year to spawn in lakes.
The fisheries managers, both state and federal, are taking a closer look at the aspect of rivers and streams being nurseries for the Gulf of Maine; in 2016 the St. Croix River was opened to spawning anadromous fish after an 18-year closure.
We should see Bald Eagle, Osprey and other birds feeding on the migrating alewives; and although river herring don't make spectacular leaps like salmon, they can negotiate some very fast water, and their capabilities are impressive.
We will discuss the life cycle of diadromous fish, and
how they can survive in both salt and fresh water, their impact (both real and imagined) on freshwater lakes, and their importance as forage for birds, mammals, and other fish. We will net a few alewives and show their interesting anatomy as plankton feeders, and their use as nutrition for soils, lobsters, and people.
This event includes a small amount of driving around the river and the lake.
Meet in Pembroke on US 1 just north of Little Falls Rd. Park in the parking lot that is next to the falls and the (closed) Crossroads Restaurant. No restrooms.


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American Idol"s Danny Gokey is engaged three years after his wife"s tragic death
American Idol star Danny Gokey, who lost his wife three years ago, is engaged to marry his model girlfriend, Leyicet Peralta.
The news was announced on the website of the charity Sophia"s Heart, which honours the memory of his late wife, Sophia, who tragically died from congenital heart failure at just 27.
The 31-year-old conveyed the couple"s plans to wed, and said that they are looking to hold the wedding late next month.
Happy news: Danny Gokey has announced his engagement to model Leyicet Peralta three years after his beloved wife passed away
"Danny's passion and focus for the last three years has been his country music career and launching Sophia's Heart Foundation," the website states.
"He is thrilled to have found Leyicet who also shares his passion and desire to help children and families in need," the piece continues.
"Accordingly, Danny & Leyicet have requested to their wedding guests that all gifts be in the form of a donation to Sophia's Heart."
The couple also issued a statement, saying: "We are thankful for so many of the blessings God has given us.
Gone but not forgotten: Sophia loved children though never got to have her own, so Danny set up her foundation to help those in need
Forging on: Danny Gokey attends Country Weekly"s 5th annual fashion show & concert at Rocketown, Nashville on June 7
It is our desire to see homeless children and families be kept together and lifted back on their feet through the help of Sophia"s Heart.
We love and appreciate you all."
Gokey, who hails from Milwaukee, was a season 8 Idol finalist.
On July 9, 2008, four weeks before he auditioned for American Idol, Gokey"s wife underwent routine surgery for congenital heart disease.
It was her third surgery, but she died from complications.
The couple had been together for 12 years, and Gokey credited her for his success.
Sophia was a fan of American Idol and encouraged Gokey to be a contestant
Heartbroken with grief, Danny soldiered on and last year told People: "I feel very lucky [when it comes to] the progression I"ve made in the last year and a half."


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Holy Hocatt: If Gwyneth Can Steam Her Vajayjay, Diana Will Ozone Hers
Last week, my good friend (let's call her F) invited me to try a new-ish wellness treatment, the Hocatt machine, one of ten available in Florida. She had just purchased one for home use, and was learning how to use it from a Naples-based practitioner. (Said practitioner also prefers to remain anonymous because her busy practice requires that new clients are accepted through referral only. We'll call her P.)
When Googling Hocatt, you'll discover several wellness practitioners across Florida also using the machine to treat various ailments, ranging from athletic injuries to immune-system bolstering for critically ill patients.
So WTH is Hocatt, you ask? Well, it's an acronym for starters: Hyperthermic Ozone Carbonic Acid Transdermal Therapy. In plain English, people-speak, it's basically a one-person chamber that blasts you with a cray-cray amount of health-restoring ozone. Think of ozone as a super ramped-up form of oxygen. It's good for us, big-time.
Going in with an open mind, I wanted to evaluate this strictly as a feel-and-look better treatment. With the exception of mosquito bites covering my body, plus stress from the 17" of rain pummeling my area of SWFL, there wasn't anything specific plaguing me - at least that I'm aware of.
Upon arrival, P served us water detoxified through reverse osmosis to remove heavy metals and contaminants, then processed through the Vitalizer Plus with a drop of Young Living peppermint essential oil. We also sipped hard-to-find Celebration Herbals thyme tea for pre-treatment hydration. I was then led to a loo, and instructed to remove my clothes, put my hair up in a metal-free Scünci, tinkle, then wrap myself in a soft plush white towel which felt very expensive.
P then led me to the Hocatt treatment room. The machine looks like a pod, fusing steam-delivered ozone with carbonic acid and whole-body hyperthermia therapy from the head down. If you're an aromatherapy fan, this might pique your interest as my essential oil mix included rosemary, eucalyptus, clove, lemon, cinnamon and a drop of peppermint. I also view gorgeous colors from Photon LED Light Therapy: violet (calming), indigo (eyes, ears and nose benefits), blue (fights bacterial infections), green (fights colds, flu) yellow (boosts mental concentration) orange (opens up your respiratory system) and red (rejuvenates).
I have to say, all those trippy hues reminded me of the Hayden Planetarium's circa 1981 Pink Floyd laser show.
P guided graceless moi into the pod, instructing me to sit on the towel. She explained the three-part program that would evolve during my 30 minutes in the Hocatt. Of the 133 various frequency settings following the "initializing," she planned to set mine on two - toxoplasma and brain repair - each for 15 minutes.
She added that Hocatting my vajayjay was an option, and I thought, if Gwyneth can steam hers, I will one-up that and ozone mine. P unwrapped a sterile rubber tube from its packaging, which I was instructed to insert about a half-inch inside me. I then placed my feet upon metal electrotherapy slats, and as if holding a jump rope, wrapped my hands around metal frequency generators. P closed the pod and placed a towel around my neck to prevent the steam from escaping. Once I was comfortable, P then placed a nasal cannula (which looked like a headphone) horizontally atop the machine opposite my face to deliver humidified oxygen benefiting my breathing passages.
Under an indigo light, she turned the Hocatt on, and I closed my eyes, feeling the vibrations on my feet and hands from the electrodes, using the time to focus on my breath and relax. As someone who can't tell the difference from hot flashing and perspiring from our extreme Florida weather, I fared fine. The Hocatt never rose above 100 degrees, and because the steam whirred around my body, it felt pleasant and somewhat refreshing. P checked on me every few minutes to ensure my comfort, and to change the frequency settings when warranted.
The half-hour flew by, leaving my mind focused and body relaxed (my subtly fragrant and moisturized skin - all those lush essential oils - was an unexpected treat.) I patted myself dry and put my clothes on; I was instructed not to shower until the next morning.
Upon arriving home during a brief hiatus of torrential rain, I wandered over to my vacationing neighbors' home to feed their cat and fish. Remarkably, I received no mosquito bites that evening as opposed to the five I usually average during this brief walk, which requires jumping over mosquito-breeding puddles. One of Hocatt's benefit claims is the treatment's ability to affect CO2 levels. Another a-ha moment.
Reader, I felt amazing. And for the first time in years, slept without my friend Benadryl. Luckily my husband was out of town, because I was passing embarrassing amounts of gas.
(NOTE FROM DANA: Wait - you take Benadryl every night? Girl, that ain't good. And did you really have to tell us about the gas? Personally, I could have lived without that particular overshare. Sheesh.)
I understand why F purchased one: at $28,500 per machine, amortized over a few years of thrice-weekly usage, the money is comparable to regular spa visits or 4 trips (airfare not included) to Gstaad Palace. Reportedly it also burns 600-800 calories per session. Expect to pay $150+ per session or ask about a package series with your wellness provider.


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icedrake: http://www.disturbingauctions.com/view.php?item=83
icedrake: Oh dear. I'm not sure it beats Devil Monkey though.
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*slowly backs to the door*
Ah yes, the Disturbing Actions. I knew that one, but they're always a hoot. An da zOMGWTFBBQ as well.