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Greek banks face full nationalisation
Just because the doors of Greek banks are open today, don't be fooled into thinking they and the Greek economy are anywhere near back to recovery.
There are still major restrictions on the ability of their customers to obtain their cash or move it around:
a) withdrawals per week are capped at €420;
b) there is a ban on using deposits to repay loans early (because many Greeks would rather repay debts than risk seeing their savings wiped out in a bank crash or in a so-called bail-in which would see savings converted to bank shares of dubious value);
c) it is still incredibly difficult for small and medium size businesses to purchase vital raw materials or other goods from abroad, because banks won't make new loans and there are severe restrictions on foreign payments.
The symbolic importance of the European Central Bank turning on the emergency lending tap again was important, but it has only been turned on a fraction.
It has given enough additional Emergency Liquidity Assistance, €900m, to keep the banks alive in a technical sense.
There is no possibility of them thriving for months and even possibly years. To put it in a Hellenic nutshell, the banks and the Greek economy remain in intensive care.
The transmission of money is being facilitated in the most basic way, but there is no creation of new credit; and this credit freeze is a major impediment to consumer spending, and - perhaps more importantly - will lead to many businesses going bust in the coming weeks and months.
Which gives a certain frisson to a statement made only in May by Europe's top banking supervisor, Daniele Nouy, chair of the so-called Single Supervisory Mechanism, the bank supervisory arm of the European Central Bank.
She said of Greek banks, in an interview with the Wall Street Journal, that "these banks have gone through important restructuring, important recapitalisations and a redefinition of their business models. They have never been better equipped to go through this kind of stressful situation".
Just a few days ago, eurozone leaders and the International Monetary Fund more or less pronounced the entire Greek banking system kaput, with their declaration that the banks need additional capital of €25bn euros - which, relative to the size of the Greek economy, represents one of the biggest banking black holes in the history of capitalism.
So what has gone wrong? Have the Greek banks been taking mad credit risks? Have they been lending recklessly as though there were no tomorrow - in the way that sank the banks of most rich developed countries in 2008?
If only. Credit has been almost impossible for businesses and individuals to obtain for months.
The banks have been sunk by the collision of Greek democracy and dysfunctional eurozone governance.
To remind you, the Greeks elected a party into power, Syriza, whose economic plans collided with the eurozone consensus, which in turn led to the eurozone and IMF creditors initially refusing to renew the bailout of the financially stretched state, which in turn meant that the country faced insolvency.
And when a country faces insolvency, so too do its banks - since banks face huge losses on their massive loans to government, and can't turn for support to the place they would normally turn, viz the state (because, in case you forgot, the state is bust).
So Greece's banking crisis is - in its current form - a crisis created by Greek and eurozone politicians.
What is more, and perhaps deeply troubling, the fate of the banks is still in their cumbersome mitts.
For example, the more that austerity leads to economic slowdown and repayment difficulties for bank customers, the more that losses for banks will escalate - which will erode existing capital and will prompt the conversion of the banks' tax credits into new bank shares held by the state.
What is more, as the Greek economy goes into reverse there will be renewed determination of Athens and the International Monetary Fund to secure huge write-offs of the Greek government's unsustainable debts, in the teeth of fervent opposition from Germany.
But the more that the intrinsic value of these debts is reduced, the bigger the losses for Greek banks on their loans to Athens.
So it is reasonable to assume that a stress test and asset quality review of Greek banks ordered by the European Central Bank - which as it happens has started today - will confirm in a couple of months that more-or-less all the capital held by Greek banks will be wiped out by future losses.
That would mean the wipe out of an investment of €16bn made by the Greek state and €10bn made by private investors as recently as 2013.
Those private investors include some of the deepest-pocketed global funds, such as Fairfax Financial Holdings (which owns a big chunk of Eurobank) and the Qatar Investment Authority (with a stake in Alpha).
Here is the surrealism of eurozone "bankenomics" in a time of financial catastrophe.
The more conservative is the evaluation of the health of banks, the bigger the write-off of public sector and private sector investment in the banks.
But that has the perverse outcome of increasing the debt burden on the overstretched Greek state - because it will seen to be on the hook to repay whatever huge investment in the banks is deemed necessary to be made by the eurozone's European Stability Mechanism (and that is likely to be true whether the ESM invests directly in the banks or via a loan to Athens).
Frankfurt or Athens?
Most would say it would be far better if the private sector would bail out the banks. But that is inconceivable if the €10bn it injected into them just two years ago is consumed in this inferno.
In fact if the global investors in Greek banks don't immediately sue any regulator and central banker which treated the banks as going concerns over the past year - which is every regulator - then Wall Street and City lawyers have all become tree-hugging softies.
Also, to state the obvious, private sector investors would not invest a penny in Greek banks for years and possibly decades to come.
So Greek banks would go from being partly nationalised to wholly nationalised for the foreseeable future.
Of course, paradoxically, that may be the dream-come-true of the left-wing Syriza government - though in practice Mr Tsipras and his colleagues won't be thrilled that the banks would be run from Frankfurt and Brussels, owners of Greece and its banks via the bailout, not Athens.


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LANCASTER COUNTY — Manheim Township Police are seeking help from the public in identifying a suspected purse snatcher that struck at the Fruitville Pike Walmart last Friday in Lancaster.
According to police, the man entered the store, located on the 2000 block of Fruitville Pike, at 5:04 p.m. and stole a purse that had been accidentally left on the floor in one of the aisles. He allegedly concealed the purse inside his jacket, fled the store, and drove away in a Mitsubishi Galant.
The purse contained an estimated $1,500, police say.
Anyone with information about the suspect's identity is asked to contact Manheim Township Police at (717) 569-6401.

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Snook harvest seasonal closure in Atlantic starts Dec. 15
The recreational harvest season for snook closes Dec. 15 in Atlantic state and federal waters, including Lake Okeechobee and the Kissimmee River, and will remain closed through Jan. 31, 2019, reopening to harvest Feb. 1. Anglers may continue to catch and release snook during the closed season.
Most state and all federal waters in the Gulf, including Monroe County and Everglades National Park, closed Dec. 1 and will reopen to harvest March 1, 2019.
Season closures are designed to help protect snook during vulnerable times such as cold weather.
Snook, as well as redfish, will remain catch-and-release only in state waters from the Hernando/Pasco county line through the Gordon Pass in Collier County (includes Tampa Bay and Hillsborough County) through May 10, 2019, in response to the impacts of red tide.
For more information on snook, visit MyFWC.com/Fishing and click on "Saltwater Fishing," "Recreational Regulations" and "Snook." Improve data and report your catch on the Snook & Gamefish Foundation's Angler Action iAngler app at SnookFoundation.org.


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It's that time! With Hanukkah this week and Christmas in just three weeks, it's time for some helpful gift guides. I think half the time when I see gift guides, I mostly get ideas for myself. Since I'm fairly terrible at coming up with gift ideas for family members who ask, I find this super useful! I also get some ideas to give family for my husband. So first up are beauty gifts for him and her!
Beauty Gifts for Her
BEAUTY GIFT SET :: One of my favorite things this time of year for gift ideas are all the beauty sets out there. You can usually try great brands without the full price tag and/or in smaller containers, so it's not so much of a commitment. I've picked a few below, but you can get them for almost every brand and for hair, skin, nails, or makeup!
DERMALOGICA CLEANSING TRIO :: This trio of Dermalogica products are some of my favorites. The precleanse is the perfect makeup remover, letting your face wash clean your face better. The special cleansing gel is a great cleanser to remove all the makeup, dirt, and oil from your skin. And the daily microexfoliant will help keep your skin clean and smooth. {$90}
BURT'S BEE CHAPSTICKS :: Burt's Bees makes some of my favorite chapsticks. I've tried almost every flavor and can't pick a favorite! This inexpensive lip balm gift set is a great beauty gift for friends, teens, as an add on gift, or even as a stocking stuffer! It comes with four flavors and is under $10! {$9}
INDIE LEE BALM :: This body balm (I use it just on my cuticles and hands) is the ultimate in hydrated skin. It works better than any other product I've tried and the small container means you can throw it into your bag. It's great in these harsh winter months! {$32}
GLOWING SKIN ADVENT CALENDAR :: If you have a skincare aficionado on your list, she'll love this glowing skin advent calendar from Dermalogica. What she'll get is a fun gift with 12 sample sizes of their brightening, firming skin favorites! It's also super easy to wrap, which is always a plus! {$135}
VINTNER'S DAUGHTER BOTANICAL SERUM :: This botanical serum is the ultimate in beauty and skincare. It's recommended by everyone for its ability to perfect skin and leave you looking flawless. It has a hefty price tag, but industry experts (in clean beauty and beyond) swear by it. Indulge your loved ones with a serum they'll love! {$185}
DIOR LIP GLOW :: This Dior Lip Glow has been my favorite lip products for over five years and it is still one of my go to beauty gifts for all the ladies in my life! I recommend the "001 – pink glow." It's not too pink and it seems to be the most universally flattering color of all those we've tried! {$34}
DYSON BLOW DRYER :: Another indulgent beauty splurge that seem to be worth this hype! The Dyson blow dryer dries hair faster and more easily! Whether she has a lot of hair or just needs more time in life, this gift won't soon be forgotten. {$399}
HERBIVORE BATH + BODY SET :: I just discovered Herbivore this year and have loved everything I've tried – from their body oil to their coconut scrub. With beautifully feminine scents, great quality products, and lovely packaging, anything from the line is a wonderful gift. This bath and body set includes a body scrub, bath soak, and body oil! {$36}
RAHUA CLEAN HAIR CARE {TRAVEL SIZE} :: If you're looking to add more green beauty to your routine, check out Rahua hair products. They offer their shampoos and conditioners in travel size so this is great as a small gift, stocking stuffer, or for the jetset travelers in your life. Try the Color Full set for those with colored hair! {$10 each}
DEBORAH LIPPMANN NAIL KIT :: Another industry standard, Deborah Lippmann offers great nailcare and nail color without a lot of those harsh chemicals in nail care. This Cuticle Lab Set includes cuticle oil, exfoliating cuticle treatment, cuticle repair cream, and a cuticle pusher – everything you need to avoid that winter nail fatigue we all fight! And check out all the nail color sets available right now, including this Midnight Garden Set. {$45}
Beauty Gifts for Him
JACK BLACK ALL OVER WASH :: A men's body wash we can all love. Free of sulfates, parabens, and phthalates (I still can't pronounce that one), this men's body wash is an all over cleanser that gets guys squeaky clean without stripping their skin of essential moisture! {$10} Pair with matching body lotion and deodorant!
MEN'S NAIL KIT :: Men don't always indulge on beauty and selfcare products like us women. That's why I love taking advantage of this gifting season to give men a taste of the high quality products and tools we use (and why they need them too). A favorite of mine? A great nail kit. Try this Brooks Brother kit {$98} in a leather care or this 7-piece manicure set from The Art of Shaving {$160}.
FACE TO FACE WASH :: This 2-in-1 shaving and cleansing foam is a one stop shop for guys. This men's face wash will have them indulging in their beauty routine and having hydrated skin while staying clean! {$23}
LE LABO BEARD OIL :: If the guy on your list has facial hair, consider a great beard oil. This Le Labo oil helps tame beard and mustache hair while leaving the hair and skin smooth and moisturized. {$60}
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I am so sorry I couldn't post last night. My boys
had lots of computer work to do. It was one of
those nights where we weren't empty nesters. It
was crazy here. My oldest son also has a friend who is
staying with us for a few days. He didn't have any
place to go. This is another one of those moments
in life where I feel blessed. I am sure it would be
a great topic open up for discussion. But even
though I don't always agree with my boys on things,
I just don't think I could just put them out on the street
until they are ready to be independent. (I don't think
they will be reading this).
Back to my topic and focus….
I can't wait to finish this "Mother's Day" mini book.
I never thought I would want to do a mini book. But
I got the mini book bug. I help out at EMI Scrapbooking
Store in
. EMI stands for: Every Cumming, Georgia
Moments Important. It is the cutest store. She has tons
of the latest paper with embellishments and ribbon. EMI also has
the most adorable mini books and the owner, Susan Moore,
sells these kits in the store or online. So I definitely got the
mini book bug.
For my "Mother's Day" mini book I started by designing my
book layout on graph paper. Then I picked out some pretty
paper, designed the shape of my book, picked out the pictures
I want to use, picked out some "Ribbon" and embellishments
I thought might go with everything, then I found some cute
quotes about mother's and grandmothers and wrote some
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This giant salvinia was found on Toledo Bend this past summer. (Submitted Photo/Courtesy of John K. Flores)
Recent freezes will impact invasive plants
This past summer, in early August, I spent a day fishing largemouth bass on Black Lake near Natchitoches.
There was one thing interesting about this trip. It was the first time I actually had seen a "drawdown," on a lake designed to kill giant salvinia – an invasive plant species that chokes lakes and waterways.
It's strange seeing water so low you actually can see the root system of cypress and tupelo trees. But, drawdowns are not uncommon, and through the years, lakes like Bisteneau, Saline Lake, Lake Martin, False River and others all have seen this method used to control salvinia.
By removing water, the idea is large expanses of the invasive plants will dry out and die. Moreover, it can be treated with chemical herbicides more easily.
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has an annual budget of $6.9 million that is spent controlling invasive plants. The budget is not limited to just fighting giant salvinia. There are other invasive plants that include cogon grass, hydrilla, Chinese tallo trees and water hyacinth that if not controlled, can wreak havoc on the environment.
Water hyacinth and giant salvinia not only clog bayous and canals, disrupting boat traffic, but also block light to native species plants. This degrades water quality and harms wildlife.
Herbicides control harmful invasive plants by blocking photosynthesis, rupturing plant cell membranes and blocking amino acids during their growth. However, depending on what herbicides, ratio of mixtures and extent of infestation, it can cost $100-$200 per acre to combat undesirable plants.
The problem with herbicides and also pesticides used to control weeds and pests is water pollution. If used improperly, they can contaminate ground and surface water.
There's also safety to consider. Humans and animals can be exposed to the effects of chemical poisoning where it enters the body through the skin by indirectly swallowing or breathing. Accidental spills and spray-drift are big concerns.
For a number of years, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has utilized weevils to help control giant salvinia with varying degrees of success. On Lake Bisteneau this past year, the department released 180,855 weevils. The problem with weevils is they are susceptible to severe cold and die off.
It just goes to show sometimes it takes Mother Nature to step in and provide a little assistance to mankind.
For the past couple of weeks, much of Louisiana has seen quite a few days of subfreezing temperatures that have impacted invasive aquatic plants like giant salvinia and water hyacinth.
The first time I saw the effects of severe cold weather on invasive plants was in 1989 when the temperature never got above 32 degrees for three days and had fallen into the low teens overnight. What a mess that was on the St. Mary Parish populace, where schools were closed, roads were iced and pipes busted everywhere.
If there was one consolation, it was the marsh was almost void of water hyacinth the following spring and summer. In fact, it was a couple of years before the evil plants presented a problem again – at least in the region I frequented.
There have been other freezes since. The most recent back in 2010.
In a recent press release from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries titled "Freezing Temps May Provide Temporary Reduction in Giant Salvinia," LDWF Secretary Jack Montoucetm and state Rep. Gene Reynolds, D-Minden, noted they saw what appeared to be a die back of salvinia on Lake Bistineau. Great news for north Louisiana anglers, as Bistineau is an extremely popular fishery in that part of the state.
Invasive species like water hyacinth and giant salvinia are aggressive and often double in size during the peak of the summer, where temperatures are in the mid-90s. Unfortunately, you can do all the herbicidal spraying you like and put hundreds of thousands of weevils on them but you're never going to eradicate them.
With another go-round of cold weather this week in the parish, I say bring it on. I might complain a little, but, in my mind, I say, give those invasive plants another dose of freezing temperatures. It's nature's way of leveling the playing field. Personally, I can bundle up with a few base layers of clothing.
Another thing I know is the cold weather didn't come to stay. It came to pass.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Flores is The Daily Review's Outdoor Writer. If you wish to make a comment or have an anecdote, recipe or story you wish to share, you can contact Flores at 985-395-5586 or firstname.lastname@example.com or visit his Facebook page, Gowiththeflo Outdoors.


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Friends, I tell this story so many times during the year, but when I sit down to write it I can't think of the right words to say. It's like I've never done this before and it's all new to me. So basically, if you know me or have visited me at craft shows and have heard the Lucky Strength Elephant story in person, it was probably a lot better than this!
When I was first learning how to sew, I had no intentions of opening a business or even really selling things to make money. It was more so for me, I really wanted to learn how to sewing clothing, but of course grandma said we needed to start with something easier. So I searched Pinterest for different patterns & tips. I ended up finding an elephant pattern. It was simple, for beginners & really cute. We sewed it up together one day & planned to give it to my cousin, who had recently had a daughter. Little did I know it would turn into something so much more than a beginner project.
The Beginning of Something Beautiful
So for those of you that don't know, which is probably 99.9% of you, my youngest sister was diagnosed with a rare blood disorder at a young age. For all you medical geeks, it's called Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura. That other .1% that already knows is probably my fam. Anyway, now I'm just rambling because like I was saying, I'm horrible at writing about this. My sister had to get blood tests almost every week and each time they would draw blood, she'd get a poke pillow (stuffed animal). Now, the lab I work in gives stickers, so for them to get an actual animal is pretty sweet in my opinion.
For real, back to the story. It seemed that all of a sudden over night it was on my heart to use these elephants as a way to give back. Right then and there was where the Lucky Strength Elephant was born. Well, not exactly. It was just an elephant without a name at this point.
Luck, Strength, Elephants, What?
I did a lot of research next. Okay, not really when you compare it to something like the research papers I did in college. But, I began to read about elephants & what they symbolized to people. There is an overwhelming amount of info about how they are meant to symbolize luck & strength. Now is when they were officially born as the Lucky Strength Elephant! I didn't really know what they were meant to do yet, but I knew it would be an adventure & I knew they had a name.
The Elephant's Purpose
So now they finally had a name. I knew I wanted to donate one elephant back to someone or the hospital after one was purchased. I knew I wanted to be able to give back with them, but now what? The things I did know: These animals were meant to bring people joy. Have you watched Marie Kondo? When you hold this item in your hands, it should make you feel joy. If you're thinking, "Ashley, what are you talking about?" You should probably go watch Tidying Up on Netflix.
Again with the rambling. The things I didn't know far outweighed the things I knew. I had no idea who would buy them. I had no idea how many I would be able to sell. I had no idea who I would be able to donate them back to. I was kind of out of answers, but I knew I needed to figure them out. And fast considering they had been posted to my business page.
Rejection, Rejection, Acceptance
I thought finding a hospital to donate the elephants back to would be easy peasy lemon squeezy. I mean really, who doesn't like free stuff? Actually, finding a hospital to donate to proved to be harder than just writing an email and scheduling a time to drop off.
The first email was to Helen Devos. It's the hospital my sister had gone to & I had a dream to work there someday (keep in mind this all started in 2016 during my fantasies of becoming a doctor). So I wrote the email. Within a few days I got a response, it was rejection. I'll spare you the details, but it basically said at this time they weren't able to take them, etc. Legit, I almost gave up. I was like okay, this is the end, I wasn't actually meant to do this. I'm kind of dramatic if you haven't noticed.
So there was another rejection in there. I can't even remember where it was from; pretty much it's blocked from my memory. Then I wrote an email to C.S. Mott Children's Hospital & got the acceptance I was looking for! Proof that if you just keep trying, someone will finally say yes! I think we ended up donating a total of 50 elephants to the hospital.
Strength in Numbers
In the spring of 2017 my sister, the middle one, was apart of a Dance Marathon team at GVSU so we thought up a plan to get the elephants in involved. Grandma and I sewed so many elephants. Mom, Grandma & I drove up to GVSU, setup a table and sold elephants. This was our first encounter with Dance Marathon and certainly wont be our last.
Last year, 2018, we attended the Hope College Dance Marathon with the same intention, to sell elephants to be able to donate a larger quanity back to the hospital. We again sewed until our fingers hurt, got up early & set up our table. This time, they wanted me to speak in front of their dancers (like hundreds of people my age). So I got up & I spoke. It was all said a little too fast & I probably rambled, but I did it. I fully believe in doing at least once thing that terrifies you every once in a while.
Jump forward to 2019. This year we are really doing the thing & spreading the cause. We are really excited to have a table at Hope College Dance Marathon, Calvin College Dance Marathon & Michigan State University Dance Marathon! I have plans to get up on stage at two of the marathons this year to speak! I'm hoping to be a little more calm & collected with my thoughts this time around!
Called to Give
I feel 100% blessed to have started this journey with the elephants. They have brought people joy, moved them to tears & have led me to unexpected places. I feel honored to be able to personally send out elephants to kids as well as take them in big bunches to the hospital to be distributed.
Since 2016, we have donated to the following:
- Helen Devos Children's Hospital – We finally got in!
- C.S. Mott Children's Hospital
- Kiddos on Facebook with support pages
- Featured families at Dance Marathon
We have also had the pleasure of the following:
- Feature article in the Ferris State Torch
- Feature on MI West Michigan with Lauren Stanton
- Hosting a huge fundraiser for a local West Michigan woman to pay for her medical bills!
We're hoping someday to be able to speak with Good Morning America & Ellen about our cause! They say it takes a village to raise kids, well friends, it also takes a village to support a cause. So from me to my village, thank you!
Want to purchase an elephant?! You can find them in our Etsy shop now! Want to read more about my sewing journey? Find more here!


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Most vegans already know what candy is available to them during this spooky time of year. But I thought I'd post a list, anyway, and highlight some of my personal favorites (in bold):
Airheads taffy
Atkins peanut butter bars (Really? Who is going to give these out on Halloween?)
Blow Pops
Charms lollipops
Chick-o-Sticks (They're like Butterfingers, without the chocolate!)
Cracker Jack
Cry Babies
Dem Bones
Goldenberg's Peanut Chews
Hot Tamales
Hubba Bubba bubblegum
Jolly Ranchers (lollipops and hard candy)
Laffy Taffy
Mary Janes (regular and peanut butter kisses)
Mike and Ike
Now and Later
Ring Pop lollipops
Sour Patch Kids
Starburst (jelly beans and hard candy)
Super Bubble
Swedish Fish
Sweet Tarts
Tropical Source mini chocolate bags
If you don't like any of those, check out this website: NaturalCandyStore.com
If you don't want to hand out candy, you can always hand out little toys or games. Personally, I think a mixture of both is awesome. I've accumulated quite a few spider rings and spooky stickers in my 21 years on this earth. I will never use these items. So I just mix them into the candy every year to give to the trick-or-treaters. Somehow, the amount of useless Halloween objects I own never gets any smaller.. Perhaps it's because we only get 10-15 trick-or-treaters at our house.
If you'd like to go the salty route on Halloween, you can also hand out mini bags of pretzels, nuts, or popcorn. ACT II sells individually wrapped popcorn balls nowadays, and they're also vegan.
If you live in a neighborhood where giving out homemade treats is acceptable, I encourage you to do so! Not only would it be cheaper, it would be healthier! And not everyone has that priviledge. So, if you do, you should take advantage of it. I have a feeling if I handed out homemade treats, they would get thrown away. So I just don't bother.
Another treat that is only acceptable in a neighborhood where everyone knows each other is fresh fruit. I would love to be able to give out fresh fruit on Halloween. It would be just like the old days.. That, you know, I never experienced.. But still! Can't you just imagine how cute the kids back in the '50s were when they would come home with a sack full of apples, oranges, and pennies?!
And, yeah, you can give out coins if you're into that kind of thing.
One thing I would discourage any vegan to hand out on Halloween is political flyers/stickers. Halloween is a night of fun and frolic for children. It shouldn't be interupted by you telling the kids all their other Halloween candy contains ground up cow bones or beetles. I guess if you're looking to scare them, that's fine. But there are nicer ways to get them to only eat vegan candy. 😀 Like, you know.. bribing them with money.
I think I'm done with talking about pre-made candy for the rest of the year.. I really just needed something easy to post about tonight. I'll post about real food again soon, I promise!
– Andrea
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10 Ways to Pay Off a Mortgage Quickly
If you're sick of your mortgage, use one or more of these 10 techniques to pay off a mortgage early and get it out of your life.
If you're sick of your mortgage, use one or more of these 10 techniques to pay off a mortgage early and get it out of your life.
I've been telling residents not to buy a home for over a decade. Think you'll finally beat the odds and come out ahead buying vs renting? Fat chance.
Stay out of the poor house when buying your next home! We talk rules of thumb for mortgage debt, doctor mortgage loans, how much house to buy and lots more.
While perhaps it doesn't have as large of an effect on your wealth as who you marry, which side of town you choose to live on will still have a massive effect.
Itching to buy a house? Save time, money and stress by avoiding the most common mistakes doctors make when buying a home.
Winter months are the best months of the year to negotiate and purchase a home. Here are three ways you can save money buying a home this time of the year.
Mortgage expert, Josh Mettle, believes it's a MYTH that we're in another housing bubble and that a crash is imminent. This post gives 11 data-driven reasons why he thinks you should go ahead and buy your dream home.
The physician mortgage landscape is evolving, and entirely for the better. Now you have more options than ever before.
Interview with Dr. Peter Kim, founder of Curbside Real Estate, addressing physician-specific issues encountered during the home buying process. Curbside's goal is to save you time, money and stress.
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What's the Difference Between A-Frames and Popups?
Although they are both compact–making them some of the easiest RVs to tow–pop-up trailers and A-frame trailers are actually very different in many ways. In fact, aside from their compact size, their ability to fnew down flat, and the fact that they are both campers, the two aren't very similar at all. Here's a look at the differences between A-frames and popups, and what those differences might mean to you and your family.
The A-frame trailer is made with fnew-down roof panels which pop up into a peaked shape–hence the "A" in its name–when set up for camp. (Here's a post we wrote about why the A-frame is great for families on a budget.) Meanwhile, the pop-up camper has a flat roof which lifts straight up, and two sides that fnew out from either end. (Check out some new takes on retro popups in this post.) Both are fairly easy to set up.
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A-frame trailers are hard on all sides. Additionally, many models are fully insulated. This makes these cute little peaked trailers the perfect options for camping in extreme climates. Pop-up trailers, on the other hand, have a hard roof and base, but the sides are made of durable canvas. This means pop-up campers are not ideal for camping in very hot or very cnew weather. However, it also means they tend to be a bit lighter than A-frame trailers, which is great for towing purposes.
Because A-frame trailers only pop up to make the rig taller, and not out to make it longer, they do tend to be much more cramped than their pop-up trailer counterparts. The largest A-frame we could find is less than 19 feet long and sleeps four adults.
Comparatively, most pop-up trailers come with a fnewed-down length of 10-16 feet, but a set-up size of up to 26 feet. This means you and your family will have plenty of room to move around the trailer.
Both A-frame and pop-up campers are good options for individuals looking for lightweight, easy-to-tow trailer options.
- The A-frame trailer is the best option for individuals, couples, and very small families who wish to travel in extreme climates.
- Pop-up campers are the clear choice for larger families, people who enjoy having extra space, and need the lightest option available.
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The East Fork Ranch, as its name implies, lies along the East Fork of Sweet Grass Creek in Sweet Grass County Montana, and is a short 30 minute drive North and East of the County seat, Big Timber, Montana. The ranch is a mixture of heavily timbered ridges and rocky outcroppings amongst the rolling hills. Expansive grass pastures with lush hayfields framing the East Fork of Sweetgrass Creek. This diverse topography lends itself nicely to being a productive cattle ranch while providing perfect habitat for wildlife to thrive.
The East Fork Ranch represents the highest in demand of ranch properties, being extremely well balanced between an agricultural/production ranch as well as world class recreational property.
Of the 2,858 deeded acres, there are approximately 300 acres of improved dry land hay.
With the current hay base and increase in production the ranch could accommodate significantly more animal units.
The current steward of this beautiful ranch has been extremely successful in managing the ranch to produce enough income to cover all of the operating costs he incurs, while still maintaining and improving the sporting attributes of the land.
Year round, the ranch is home to a growing herd of elk, great numbers of deer, and a very healthy turkey population. Almost any morning or evening the hay meadows are full of animals from one end of the ranch to the other. The ranch is a real hunting gem.
Currently the ranch is being run as a working cattle ranch with an emphasis on wildlife and improving wildlife habitat. The operations 200± head of cattle provide a very useful tool to manage the extensive grasslands and provide an income stream to maintain the ranches needs and make improvements when needed. The ranch is a relatively simple operation to understand and operate. The current owner has spent the last 10 years dialing in every aspect of this ranch to be as efficient, productive and wildlife rich as possible.
The headquarters of the ranch consist of a main house (3,700± sqft) 5 bedrooms and 4 baths. The house was built in 1982 and updated with addition built on to it in 2008-09. It features a custom kitchen with commercial appliances applied in a beautifully designed chef's kitchen. The addition is what we call, "the owners wing." It consists of a large master bedroom, his and hers master baths and walk in closets. Again, both the bathrooms and closets contain highly detailed custom cabinets, built in dressers and shelves.
In addition to the main house there are also three log guest cabins, each with its own tasteful finishes and facilities. The East cabin is a 2 bedroom 2 bath cabin with a loft and kitchenette. The middle cabin is a self contained 1 bedroom with a loft and very appealing custom stair case. The Western cabin is set up more like a bunkhouse and lends itself to being equipped with bunk beds for a large group to stay in. The Western cabin's most appealing feature is the matching covered porches on each side. They provide an excellent spot to relax, have a cocktail and watch the wildlife in the evening.
This house is the original farmstead house built on the ranch around 1890. It is a two story farmhouse that, in its day, would have been considered "extra fine". It is still standing and in amazing condition for its age. The current owners have started a restoration project on this house. All of the electrical and plumbing within the house have been completely replaced. The expensive part of the restoration is complete. What is left is flow finishing and mostly cosmetic projects. Fully restored, this house is an amazing addition to the ranch and a real topic of conversation.
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Amazon is an incredibly smart retailer, and when this e-commerce giant sees potential in some products, then makes its own versions. Therefore the AmazonBasics line exists.
The new addition to its product line is AmazonBasics Microwave, an Alexa-connected oven with auto-refilling popcorn feature, and simplified controls. Sounds great? Hmm, there are a few things you should know before you buy this smart microwave.
Not An Alexa Speaker
This is not a device with Alexa speaker. You can't talk directly to the microwave, because this device does not have a microphone or speaker inside it. There is no playing music, no weather or traffic updates, or asking your microwave to turn off lights.
However, it works with an Alexa speaker, like with the second generation (and above) of the Echo or Echo Dot. The Alexa button that sits bottom center on the microwave's controls have to be paired to the Echo device to go into listening mode, and then you can give it your commands. Without an Amazon Echo device, the microwave is just a normal low-wattage microwave like any other on the market.
There's only one feature on the device that differentiates it from regular microwaves, and that's the big blue "Ask Alexa" button at the bottom center of the control panel.
Only 700-watts
Most conventional microwaves come with 1,000-watt, but AmazonBasics Microwave has only 700-watts. What does it mean? You will simply need longer cook times. Higher the wattage, the higher the power microwaves go at your food. Is 700W a huge problem? Most affordable, lower-end microwaves are equipped with this maximum wattage which makes food cook a little bit longer or less evenly, but sometimes higher wattage models are not necessary.
Should you buy it?
It depends. If you're looking for a basic, small, low-cost microwave, then yes. AmazonBasics Microwave is affordable that works well. It is cheap if you already own an Alexa Echo device, if you don't have one, you should add a minimum of $30 to the cost.
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ToothandNail: have you done any mark all upgrades, execute with gslapt on RC1? Because if you have, then your bug reports may no longer valid. Do you have a clean RC1 on that machine? I have no problems with Acrobat here.
But I did upgrade Seamonkey, which may explain it.
I've now got round the problem using browse and pointing it at /opt/seamonkey/lib/Seamonkey-1.1.6.
Whats so great about adobe's readers anyway? Never had any complaints about Xpdf
Quote from: toothandnail on November 13, 2007, 10:48:12 amBut I did upgrade Seamonkey, which may explain it.RC1 comes with 1.1.6.
So if we are going to use the friggin' Adobe Reader ( ), we really should set up a generic /opt/seamonkey/lib/Seamonkey symlink so an upgrade doesn't break it. Actually, it will probably be useful for other apps as well.Note to incognu: your packages will need to delete and recreate the symlink in install.sh... EDIT: WHOA! Just had a look and the monster takes 154 MB installed...
Ouch. I knew it was big, but hadn't looked all that closely. Personally, I would rather see something like a recent build of Evince - works nicely, is a quite reasonable size and handles more than just PDF files..
It might be a reasonable size but I get the feeling it would depend on a big chunk of gnome. Then again, I might be wrong.
1. I am accustomed that F10 key closes midnight commander. Unfortunately here it activates a menu, which is a bit frustrating. This is my opinion however.
Ground your fingers to a suitable ground point to discharge any static from your body. Then take a pink eraser and rub the contacts on both sides of the stick then clean the contacts off with rubbing alcohol. Press the memory chips firmly onto the circuit board with your fingers (this sometimes solves chip creap problems). Reseat the RAM module carefiully and make sure both sides of the module housing on the motherboard click firmly home and that the side brackets are fully vertical.
I can confirm the problem, but it only happens for root, it works ok for normal users.
BTW, why Adobe Reader? It's bloated and takes ages to load (version 5.x was probably the last "light" version)


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THESE were the scenes as an abandoned and injured Shetland Pony was rescued from the side of a Worcestershire road.
The pony was spotted by two members of the public wandering along Hanley Road near Upton Upon Severn with a leg injury.
The RSPCA rescued him, taking him to the vet's for emergency treatment, and an appeal has been launched to find the owner.
RSPCA inspector Emily Cheeseman said: "This poor pony had a nasty degloving injury to his front leg which was dripping blood and causing him difficulties walking.
"Apart from that, he was in good condition and recently clipped as well.
"However, there was no microchip, so we've been trying to find a possible owner but sadly we've had no luck so far, leading me to believe he could have been dumped.
"He had to be transported to the vets for treatment and stitches straight away and unfortunately due to the severity of his injury he's still at the equine hospital but we're really hopeful he'll pull through.
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"We're calling him Axl as it's a little bit like Axilla, which is the correct term for where his injury was on the body, and Axl sounds like a little rocker pony which certainly suits his hair style!
"I'm hoping that someone will know who he belongs to, or have seen something that might help us to trace the person or people who dumped this poor pony.
"Anyone with any information should call us on our inspector appeal line 0300 123 8018 and ask to leave a message for me."
The RSPCA is bracing itself for a surge in abandoned animals and fears the fallout from the Covid crisis could see more owners struggling to keep their pets.
Typically, the charity sees abandonment peak in the summer months.
Between June and August 2019, 16,519 animals were reported abandoned to the RSPCA which accounts for 30 per cent of all animals reported abandoned that year.
During the summer months the charity received 149 reports about dumped animals in Worcestershire.
During the three months since lockdown began, the RSPCA has received reports about 3,492 abandoned animals - about 40 calls a day - including 1,509 dogs, 1,165 cats, 299 small furries such as hamsters, guinea pigs and ferrets and 275 exotic pets.
Dermot Murphy, head of the RSPCA's animal rescue teams, said: "During lockdown we've seen pets become a source of comfort and support for people and it appears many people have taken on new animals.
READ MORE: "It is amazing" Worcester businesses react to Rishi Sunak's economic plans
"Fortunately during this time we've dealt with fewer abandoned pets however we are worried that as lockdown eases, people return to work, go on holidays or struggle financially we will be facing a massive surge of animal abandonments.
"Sadly summer tends to bring with it a surge in abandoned animals.
"We don't know why but it may be a combination of the warmer weather making people feel less guilty about dumping a pet to fend for themselves and people doing away on holiday abandoning pets instead of arranging care for them."
What people can do if they're struggling to care for their pets:
● Ask friends and family for help
● Contact your vet about payment plans, discounts or vouchers for neutering or any other treatment needed
● Get in touch with local rehoming charities for advice
● Visit the RSPCA website for welfare advice
To help the RSPCA continue to rescue animals that have been abandoned this summer, please visit www.rspca.org.uk/abandonments


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Ever since we praised Larne Grammar's revival a few weeks ago they have failed to record a win. So appologies to the players for putting the commentators curse on them!
Things didn't go any better in this match with Dromore running out winners by 22 – 26 in an entertaining contest, both sides scoring four tries with two extra conversions from Ruben Cobb, making the difference.
The result should see Dromore continue their climb up the Ulster Schools Rugby Rankings but the match was probably close enough to halt Larne's, hopefully, temporary slide.
Larne's scores came from Jamie Ross, Aaron Gallagher, John Andrews and Jonny Farquhar with Ewan Glenn converting one.
Dromore replied through Tom Doloaghan, Richard Dixon, Ben Heath and James Moore with Cobb landing, those all important, three conversions.
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The Eagles didn't wait for the last second to get a contract extension done with quarterback Carson Wentz as they signed him to a four-year extension earlier this month despite having him under contract through the 2020 season.
That year will be the final one conducted under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, which was on the team's mind when it came time to set up a timeline for Wentz's deal. When the CBA expired in 2010, the NFL had an "uncapped" year but that's not the set up this time around.
Eagles vice president of football administration Jake Rosenberg said this agreement has "very specific rules that actually make it more difficult with the way we talk about these cap tricks and little ways we have in creating space and kind of finagling things around."
"It's a huge thing to build up to," Rosenberg said on a team podcast, via NJ.com. "We started probably sometime early [2018] trying to prepare for it. The timing here, up against 2020, which is the last year on the CBA and has its own set of rules, is a little tricky and challenging. We got ahead of this in that we saw this coming. We knew that 2020, because of the rules, would make things extra difficult."
The early planning extended to Wentz's deal. Rosenberg said the team wanted to get ready to do Wentz's deal "way in advance because that's not your typical contract."
Wentz was the No. 2 pick of the 2016 draft behind Jared Goff and the Rams have not been as aggressive in getting a new deal done with their quarterback. General Manager Les Snead said that they've had some preliminary talks recently, however, and have a lot of time left before the start of the 2020 league year for those to ramp up.


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a pampering spring shower
The showers seem unrelenting in Toronto this spring, yesterday's glorious day aside. Although one benefit of all this rain is that indoor tasks that may have been put off in favour of fair weather activities are finally getting done. Checked off my list of chores was a spring shower of a pampering sort – the installation of a Delta In2ition shower on last weekend's drizzly and drab Sunday. I've had this shiny bit of hardware for many, many weeks now but kept putting off the installation as I thought it would be more involved and complicated. Surprisingly, using the existing shower arm, the installation took little effort, minimal tools, and about ten minutes. It was incredibly easy to achieve this low-flow (9.5L/min), water-efficient, multi-feature shower experience.
With two showers in one, the In2ition features a detachable handshower, which can run separately or simultaneously, giving the warmth and flexibility of two streams of water at once. In combination, the relaxing effect is almost that of more costly rain shower heads that are a lot more complex to install. A lever positioned on the side of the showerhead sets the In2ition shower to one of three options: showerhead and handshower, showerhead only, and handshower only. And the six-foot tangle-free hose means I can still clean my shower stall with ease, a feature I quite liked of my old handshower/showerhead with hose. The only challenge I encountered is that there is no longer enough clearance for my over-the-shower-arm storage rack. I simply solved this by hanging the rack on an existing wall-mounted soap dish, which is actually better positioned for ease of accessing my soaps and shampoos.
Delta In2ition showers are available in bath showrooms across Canada and are offered in chrome, Venetian Bronze, and Brilliance Stainless. And pricing is in line with the features and quality provided – the Contemporary model is priced from $120.45 MSRP, while the Traditional model starts at $162.00 MSRP.


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In 1983, after decades of writing such patented laugh- (and cash-) producing machines as The Odd Couple, The Sunshine Boys, Barefoot in the Park and Plaza Suite, Neil Simon decided to take a stab at sincerity. In what is known as his "BB" trilogy, Simon looked to his past and, over the next three years, wrote the autobiographical Brighton Beach Memoirs, Biloxi Blues and Broadway Bound, collectively the story of Eugene Jerome and his rocky path from late adolescence to young adulthood. Interestingly, the "new" Simon finally won the Pulitzer in 1991, for Lost in Yonkers -- not part of the "BB" canon, but certainly informed by it.
Perhaps the most amazing thing is that somehow, and I can't even imagine the statistical improbability of this, I've never seen Brighton Beach Memoirs. Over the years I've sat through Biloxis and Broadways galore, but the first installment has always managed to slip by me. So let's give a big hand to Stage 62 for shoring up this shameful hole in my otherwise exemplary Neil Simon record -- especially with such a skillful and all-around enjoyable production.
It's 1937, and we're in the Brooklyn home of Eugene Jerome and his family: mother, father and brother, plus an aunt and her two daughters. Plays being what they are, everybody's got a wealth of emotional secrets and scars which, for the next two hours, Simon will unwrap for the audience. Mostly the drama revolves around how these well-meaning but emotionally stunted people all, without ever meaning to, hurt each other. There's a great deal of love in the clan but, of course, it would take an act of Congress for anybody to admit it.
Brighton Beach is also about something else -- namely, that Neil Simon is one horny little bastard. It's fitting, perhaps, since Eugene and his brother are arriving at an age when sex becomes the organizing principal for young men. But be warned that if you're expecting your standard Simon play, the many jokes about masturbation might come as a surprise.
Stage 62 director Aviva Ravel deserves plaudits for overseeing such a sturdy production. Though the pace and urgency may slip now and again, Ravel does a wonderful job putting Simon's words and intent front and center. She's also exceptional at drawing heartfelt performances from her cast.
Alec Silberblatt plays Jerome with the exact blend of far-too-smart adolescent and far-too-immature young man, and he gets a lot of laughs and dramatic tension juggling the two. Shawn Summers is quite moving as the older brother, suffering under the burden of far too much responsibility foisted on him far too soon. Becca Nadler and Jessica Apitsch are sweet and fun as the distracting cousins, and Ed Gergerich nicely plays the overextended and always well-meaning father. And in a key scene as warring sisters, Melissa Dreyer and Sally Denmead create some dramatic sparks of their own.
Brighton Beach Memoirs continues through May 27. Andrew Carnegie Free Library Music Hall, 200 Beechwood Ave., Carnegie. 412-429-6262.


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2019 Travel Guide to Brunei for First-time Travelers
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(Bandar Seri Begawan) Brunei is a less-visited country on the north coast of Borneo but don't let this fool you for the place is beaming with so many attractions to see. This wealthy country ruled by Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah is famous for its low crime rate and beautiful spots where tourists can enjoy.
About Brunei
The country is an independent Islamic sultanate. It lies in near the South China Sea to its north and Sarawak, East Malaysian State. The soils found along the rivers and areas of the coastal floodplain are regarded as fertile soil. A big part of the country consists of virgin tropical rainforest where plants and creatures thrive.
In this Brunei Travel Guide Blog, we listed some tips on how you can do your own DIY Day trip to Brunei. We also included Brunei Itinerary, Things to do and see, how to get there and more.
Visa Requirements
Foreign travelers from the following countries can enter Brunei visa-free as long as they present a passport valid for at least 6 months:
For up to 90 days: All European Union member states, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, and the United States.
For up to 30 days: Malaysia, New Zealand, Oman, Singapore, South Korea, Ukraine, and the United Arab Emirates.
For up to 14 days: Cambodia, Canada, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Macau, Maldives, Myanmar, Peru, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Currency of Brunei and Accessibility to ATM Machines
The currency of Brunei is Brunei dollar. It's used in establishments so tourists must have their currency exchanged for the local currency to get around and do stuff. Singapore coins can also be used in Brunei. ATM machines are common in Brunei in large and small cities and tourist areas.
The official language of Brunei is Malay, but due to its British colonial past, English is widely spoken and understood in urban areas.
WIFI Access
There are hotels that offer free Wi-Fi while there are telecom companies who sell broadband sim card which tourists can use while in the country.
Best Time to Visit Brunei
There are two seasons in Brunei; dry season and wet or rainy seasons. January to May is the best time to visit the country because this is what they consider spring although the peak tourist season is from June to August which is too hot.
How to Get to Brunei
Cebu Pacific and Royal Brunei Airlines have daily flights from Manila to Bandar Seri Begawan in Brunei.
Brunei's sole airport of significance is Brunei International Airport (BWN), the hub of national carrier Royal Brunei Airlines.
How to get to the City from the Airport
A taxi to Bandar Seri Begawan takes 20 minutes and costs around B$25. A covered walk down to the end of the car park further away from the Terminal (turn right from Arrivals) leads to a bus stop for Purple buses to the city center (B$1) along with other busses for tours & hotel shuttles. The reason for the long walk is an extensive construction of airport upgrades.
Getting Around Brunei
The taxis in Brunei are not plenty but they're available at the airport to transport tourists to their locations. Tourists can also ride taxis by booking in advance through their hotel. There are car rentals like Hertz and Avis at the airport but booking in advance is required. It's also available for exploring for B$85 per day. The drop-off and pick-up service for car rental cost about B$100 per day.
A cool way to go to Bangar and Temburong from Bandar Seri Begawan is through Water Taxis located at the Canal Market or behind Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah. There's a rail travel but it's not available to the public.
Where to Stay in Brunei
The Empire Hotel and Country Club
Address: Jerudong Negara BG3122, Jerudong, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam
Deluxe Room price starts at USD249++ via Agoda
This 5-star hotel is one of the best in Bandar Seri Begawan. It has 518 guestrooms and has high-class amenities for guests to enjoy. There's actually something for everyone. There's a business center and conference rooms for working guests, a fitness room for guests who want to continue with their workout, kids club for younger ones and swimming pool.
The Rizqun International Hotel
Address: Abdul Razak Complex, Gadong, Gadong, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam
Deluxe room price starts at USD115++ via Agoda
The Rizqun is located inside of a large shopping complex. By this, tourists can enjoy a lively setting where they can go to local cafes in the afternoon and foodie adventures at the night market which isn't far away. The hotel is adorned with ornate decorations which feature world-class elegance. It's near the airport and features a luggage storage.
The CentrePoint
Address: Hotel Abdul Razak Complex, Gadong, Gadong, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam
Deluxe room starts at USD83++ via Agoda
Accommodations in the Hotel include sports activities like tennis or racquetball and dining options at the food court located at the ground floor or trying out Italian cuisine at Fratini's. There are electric stoves and kitchenettes in the executive rooms. Also, the hotel is located in Gadong's shopping district so there's a lot to see and buy.
Mulia Hotel
Address: EDR No. BD 30400 Lot No. 31954 Kg Anggerek Desa, Mukim Barakas, Brunei- Muara, Kianggeh, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam
Standard room price starts at USD73++ via Agoda
Mulia Hotel offers high-quality accommodation with a much lower price than the first two. The hotel features rooms with big beds, big living rooms complete with cable TV and other standard items. Guests can have their currency changed at the travel counter inside the hotel. A salon is located inside the hotel for last minute beauty services.
Easybox Budget Hotel
Address: No. 4&5 First Floor Block E Abdul Razak, Gadong, Brunei Darussalam, Kianggeh, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei- Muara, BE3159
Standard room price starts at USD20++ via Agoda
The hotel ensures guests get special treatment through their 24-hour front desk. All rooms have free Wi-Fi and a convenience store in the vicinity. It's in the middle of Gadong so guests can have access to all that the city has to offer. There are English, Filipino and Malay language speakers in the hotel.
Qing Yun Rest House
Address: No.16 First floor, Block I, Abdul Razak Complex, Jalan Gadong BE3519, Brunei Darussalam, Bandar Seri Begawan
Standard room price starts at USD25++ via Agoda
Travelers who wish to stay in a budget hotel without sacrificing comfort will find this Rest house ideal. There are non-smoking rooms in the rest house and air-conditioning in some of the rooms. It's near town facilities for easier access. They have a taxi service, daily housekeeping, and a car park and free Wi-Fi in all their rooms.
Also Read: List of the Best Hotels in Bandar Seri Begawan
Where to Eat
Kaizen Sushi Waterfront
Address: Waterfront, BSB or Kiarong Complex, Hassanal Bolkiah Highway
The restaurant overlooks a river. Its serene ambiance is the perfect setting for their menu. This restaurant serves Japanese food like sushi. It has vegan, Halal and gluten-free options. Their sashimi looks fresh and sumptuous. Their serving is enough to satisfy cravings. They're open for families with children, business meetings, special occasions, and large groups.
Roti Culture Brunei
Address: Block H, Unit 8&9, Ground Floor, Gadong, BE3719, Brunei Darussalam
This vibrant restaurant's history started in the home kitchen of the owners in 2004. Since then, they've been serving delicious Roti Prata made by their celebrity chef. The restaurant has received praises from their guests. They serve Indian, Asian, Indonesian, Malaysian, Vegan and Halal dishes.
It's a Grind Coffee House
Address: Simpang 13, Berkas, Citi Square/ G20, Ground Floor, Citis Square, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam
This coffee shop is an American franchise. They serve espresso based and non espresso-based drinks. They have cakes and pastries for guests who have sweet tooth but also prepares sandwiches. The café can serve 40 guests and has a free Wi-Fi. They also have Halal and vegan options.
Just Momos Nepali Restaurant
Address: Sdn Bhd, Jalan Bunga Tajong/Lot 82 Units A and B, Kuala Belait KA1131, Brunei Darussalam
This is the restaurant of its kind in Kuala Belait town. They serve Nepali/ Tibetan dumplings called momos and Nepali style fried noodles and fried rice. They do serve other Nepali dishes as well as some Indian dishes. They boast of cooking with no MSG and using only a small amount of sunflower or mustard oil.
Where to Shop
There are notable places to shop in Brunei. Below is a list of those places.
Gadong Night Market
What to find
- Street food
- Plenty of shops and some stores which sell Muslim fashion
Hua Ho Department Store
What to find
- Daily necessities
- Supermarket
- Household items
- Restaurants
- accessories
Tamu Kianggeh
What to find
- street food
- souvenirs
- other items
Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Complex
What to find
- budget items
Paul and Elizabeth Book Services
What to find
- different kinds of books
Arts and Handicrafts Training Centre
What to find
- textiles
- silverworks
- carved wood
- ceremonial swords
- brass mini-cannons
Things to do and see in Brunei
Brunei is currently improving their tourism efforts and with this, tourists can take part in tours and take pleasure in what the country has to offer. Brunei is rich with wildlife and takes pride in their temples and establishment such as Omar Ali Saifuddien. Below are some of the things you can do while in Brunei.
Pay Respect at the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque
Location- Jalan McArthur, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8711, Brunei
This place of Islamic worship is touted as one of the most beautiful mosques in the Asia Pacific. It's a major historical site and a renowned tourist attraction. The building which was completed in 1958 is named after Omar Ali Saifuddien III who's the 28th sultan of the country. Visitors can come every day except Thursday and Friday. Entrance fee is free.
Check Out Brunei History Centre and Royal Regalia Museum
Location- Jln James Pearce, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8610, Brunei
The Brunei History Centre is Brunei's go-to place for the history records and other pertinent details about the country. The construction of the History Centre was approved in 1982 by Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah.
The Brunei History Centre is open every Monday to Thursday and Saturday at 7:45am-12:15pm and 1:30pm-4:30pm. The entrance fee is free.
The Royal Regalia Museum (formerly Royal Regalia Building) houses ceremonial objects of the Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and the royal family. Visitors can also see the exhibits pertaining to the Silver and a Golden Jubilee celebration of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah's ruling.
Location- Jln James Pearce, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8610, Brunei
Water Taxi Your Way to Kampong Ayer
The settlement features clusters of traditional stilt villages on the Brunei River. It's often called the "Venice of the East" and used to be the main settlement of the country. It was sort of the principal settlement in Brunei before serving as a social and economic center. The water village can be reached by water taxis.
Experience the Gadong Night Market
Location- Simpang 37, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
Pasar Gadong or Night Market is a busy place where visitors can enjoy street foods like chicken wings, fried kuey teow, meat satays, sweet pancakes with peanuts, raisins and sugar fillings, etc. What's tempting with all the foods they served there is that they make it after you order. Dishes usually cost B$1-B$3. The night market opens from 4pm until 12 midnight.
Experience Nature at Ulu Temburong National Park
Don't miss the chance of seeing what nature in Brunei looks like. It's located within Apoi Forest Reserve and in it you'll see virgin forest called "Green Jewel of Brunei". Lots of fruiting figs and common plants like ginger, begonias, and aroids abound in the park while different types of mammals, reptiles, butterflies, insects and birds can be seen.
Tamu Kianggeh
Location- Jln Sungai Kianggeh, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8111, Brunei
The marketplace opens early and there you can buy local vegetables like pucuk piai, langkubok and lamiding. Other more familiar vegetables can be bought like bamboo shoots and chillies. They also sell different herbs, spices, dried fish and fermented fish and shrimps at this market. Some non-food products which tourists can buy as souvenirs are parang (machete-like knife) and decorative food covers. There are plenty more to buy in this place.
Visit Jame Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque (Kiarong Mosque)
Location- Kampung Kiarong, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
This impressive Islamic temple has 29 golden domes in honor of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah's spot as the 29th ruler of Brunei. The mosque was built in 1992 and features minarets and woven rugs in the men's prayer hall. The towering house of prayer is so lavishly designed that tourists won't miss it even from afar. The entrance fee is free.
Take a Look at Istana Nurul Iman Palace
Location- Jln Menteri Besar, Bandar Seri Begawan BA2112, Brunei
This is the official residence of the Sultan of Brunei and it's the seat of the country's government. Brunei River cradles the palace which often serves as the location for state celebrations. It's called the "world's largest residential palace". The name Istana Nurul Iman comes from the words Istana (Malay word) and Nur-ol Imaan (Arabic word) which mean Palace of the Light of Faith.
Book Tutong River Cruise
The river cruise will take tourist on a journey where they can see a mangrove river and possibly the endangered Proboscis monkeys. Tourists will be pick-up by the designated driver from their hotel and will be taken to the meeting place for the tour. They will then ride a pontoon boat where they can also see Nipah palm trees, sea eagles, Kingfishers, white egrets, and long-tail macaques. They might catch a glimpse of salt-water crocodile and langurs.
Brunei Sample Itinerary 2N/3D
Day 1
10:05 pm – Arrived at Bandar Seri Begawan
11:35 pm – Arrived at the hotel
6:00 am – Eat breakfast
8:00 am – Visit Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque (open daily except for Thursday and Friday morning, the entrance fee is free)
10:00 am – Visit Brunei History Centre and Royal Regalia Museum (located near each other)
12:00 NN – Have lunch
2:00 pm – Visit Kampong Ayer (can be reached through water taxis)
7:00 pm onwards – Visit the Gadong Night Market (street foods and other items)
Day 2
6:00 am – Eat breakfast
7:30 am to 5:00 pm – Take a day tour of Ulu Temburong National Park (see native wildlife)
6:00 pm – Eat dinner
8:00 pm onwards – Have a drink or two
Day 3
6:00 am – Eat breakfast
7:00 am – Visit Tamu Kianggeh
8:30 am – Visit Jame Asr Hassanal Bolkiah Mosque (Kiarong Mosque, the entrance fee is free)
9:30 am – Go to Istana Nurul Iman Palace
12:00 NN – Eat lunch
1:00 pm – Visit shopping areas
3:00 pm 6:30 pm – Join Tutong Proboscis Monkey Cruise
7:00 pm – Eat Dinner
8:00 pm – Get ready for departure
10:00 – Flight to Manila
Important Brunei Travel Tips
- Book a car or taxi in advance to get to the places you need to go to
- Take advantage of the places where you can visit for free
- You can use the wooden walkways instead of hiring water taxis in visiting water villages (in case you're on a tight budget)
Important Contact Infos
When in another country, it's important to know contact details of some agencies like the tourism office, hospital and police department.
Brunei Tourism Website: www.tourism.gov.bn
Tel: +673 2382 822
Brunei Police Department Website: www.police.gov.bn
Telephone: +673-2242334
Ministry of Health, Brunei: www.moh.gov.bn
Fire & Rescue: 995
Police: 993
Search & Rescue: 998
Talian Darussalam: 123
Check out our complete list of best hotels and resorts in Bandar Seri Begawan via Agoda or you may also see available Airbnb properties in the city.
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