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Newly formed black metal duo POISON BLOOD has signed to Relapse Records for the release of their debut, self-titled EP. POISON BLOOD is a collaboration between Jenks Miller (Horseback) and Neill Jameson (Krieg) born out of Miller's desire to write music that was an outlet for a more straightforward kind of aggression. The two musicians came together as fans of each other's work, a mutual appreciation for Beherit's classic Drawing Down The Moon LP, and the experimental deathrock of cult UK act Rudimentary Peni. Although they have yet to meet in person, the project was crystallized with the contribution of Jameson's vocals. Across eight songs and nineteen+ minutes with explorations into deathrock, dungeon synth, and the occult, POISON BLOOD's eponymous debut EP is a short but furious chronicle of cold, reptilian sonic terror shrouded in album art by Viral Graphics.
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I don't know whether I've mentioned before, but my parents separated a few months ago. It's a strange thing to suddenly find myself from a broken family at the age of 38.
One of my sisters, known for being a mild drama queen, reacted to the news by bursting into hysterical tears for 5 minutes and then saying, 'I feel like I'm in Kramer vs Kramer!'
'Have you even read that book?' I asked. (I was the one breaking the news to her).
'No,' she admitted. 'But I've seen the DVD cover and I feel like, well...I feel like I'm in it.'
I think she was hoping my parents would end up in the Australian High Court in a landmark court case - sueing each other for custody of their 36 year old daughter. (I have 4 siblings, but in my sister's 'Kramer vs Kramer' fantasy I'm sure my parents were only concerned with custody of her...)
I'm sad to say that when I was told about the separation all I felt was relief. I thought I might feel something else, like sadness or loss. But, all I felt was relief and a bit of happiness that I'd never have to be in the same room as my parents again.
I won't go into the ins and outs of their relationship, becuase that's not really my business. But, since the separation I've spent 4 months living with my mother in the family home. (My father moved out). And, here's where I get to the main point of this post - dealing with difficult people.
At the best of times I experience my mother as a difficult person, and this has certainly not been the best of times. We have some similar traits; we can both be bossy and controlling and perfectionistic, so living together isn't easy. My mother also has some kind of anxiety and hyperactivity disorder, which has never been treated.
Over the past months I've been very judgemental towards her. And then, because I'm into meditation and have this idea that if you are a good meditator you will always be peaceful and kind and compassionate towards other people, I then judge myself for being so judgemental towards her.
Here's how the inner conversation goes after something happens between us. I'll give you a little example...I put some rice to cook on the stove, and come into the kitchen 5 minutes later to find my mother has moved it to the microwave, becuase that's how she thinks it should be cooked. This is what I might say inside my head:
"Oh my GOD. I feel like I am going to %^&* KILL her!...Can't I even put on a %^& saucepan of rice without her trying to control me...What am I? Five years old? I'm so angry...Oh no, I shouldn't be angry, she's really just a suffering person. She's just causing me pain and being controlling because she's in so much pain...I really should just be feeling compassion for her...resentment, resentment...I actually don't feel any compassion for her...she's a pain in the arse...but I should feel compassion..."
So, you get the general idea. I feel angry, and then I try to 'should' myself into feeling compassion, when I actually don't feel any. All I feel is that I want this person out of my life, and would not bat an eyelid if I never saw her again. (Which may or may not be true.)
So, this week I've really been focussing on allowing whatever feelings I have to rise up in me, and just to be aware of when I'm 'shoulding' myself into feeling something different. I've noticed that when I 'should' myself I have this accompanying body sensation that feels like a kind of crunch in my stomach - it's like a block of concrete is sitting there.
I've been practicing noting the 'shoulds': "oh...I'm feeling like I should be feeling compassionate towards my mother, and I don't...oh...now I feel blame...now I feel a tightness in my stomach." I try to do this noting in a kind, understanding voice, just allowing the swirl of sensations and thoughts as I feel my anger and frustration.
I find that it helps me a lot. I still don't feel much compassion towards my mother, but I feel a bit more compassion towards myself, and I think that might be an important first step. I feel like it's a good thing to just lower the expectations I have towards myself. I'm no Mother Theresa or Kwan Yin, and expecting that I will feel incredibly caring and compassionate towards my mother is probably just expecting way too much of myself at the moment.
So, it's been an interesting journey over the past few months and I feel like I'm learning a lot about being kind and understanding towards myself. Seeing the amount of self-judgement I have towards myself has made me reflect on who is the most difficult person in my life at the moment - my mother, or myself?
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horas replied to suppy's topic in QuestionsYou're absolutely right about what majority of players call "peeker's advantage" . Netcoding is lame atm, too many shots not registering when encountering enemies..
Thoughts from a former league admin and invite level player
horas replied to comagnum's topic in General Discussionthats not such an accurate statement.. there's similarities between the gameplay here and how CoD4 ProMod was played, BUT the shitty TTK and accurate OP smgs with FULL DAMAGE unrelated to range, lightweight scope without a sway (IN A WW GAME which is ridiculous) assult rifles without ANY recoil , ez as hell semi-auto rifles ; etc, ARENT INCLUDED.. because this is just too ez, I sometimes feel that the only skill-requiring weap is the kar98.. and even with that one, the drag/jumpshots are 90% of the times pretty absurd..
Thoughts from a former league admin and invite level player
horas replied to comagnum's topic in General DiscussionThat is exactly what people need to understand, I too have played COUNTLESS hours of CoD2 , competed in cups, clanbase (obviously) and some other platforms that were available at the time, Same goes for CoD4.. until like 2015~ , (not to mention my time playing Q3/QL) .. I wont say the game is "broken" like the initial response of many oldschool players, that feel they may have been deceived and lured into thinking this game is one thing and got something else entirely upon its release (or EA, doesnt really matter because the core is what it is). I strongly believe that the changes the devs prepare us for in the forseeable future arent going to affect & change the core gameplay (maybe to a negligible extent).They wont remove sprint / they wont change the maps (changes like REMOVING an entire path of entrance to a site and major things like that). But what they can do to increase the skillgap (And these things DONT really require much) : - Change the mechanics and behavior of the weapons (recoil,maybe add a pattern or just increase it by simply raising it on the Y axis) also the connection of movement+shooting (jumping included) needs some serious work. You talked making FPS great again, back to the roots - of CLASSIC FPS[?] it means you should make the game HARD to master. Not CS hard .. but certainly not easier than CoD4 (and I noticed it since my 2nd unranked match) . That said I do know the shape of the servers and how the feel, netcoding, chunky movement (where players that have over 50-60 ping as myself, get stuck while jumping on or over objects , or just mid air with the animation being pulled back and forward a few inches.. something thats hard to describe but easy to see or notice). But yeah.. raising the skillgap (and PROLONG the game's life accordingly should be the main focus right after those small things I mentioned..
Thoughts from a former league admin and invite level player
horas replied to comagnum's topic in General Discussionsimply read my mind.. inb4 comments of "this is not a cod1/2/4 reincarnation"
(Free) Battalion 1944 gameservers.
horas replied to Yorick's topic in General DiscussionBless you!
Why is the Game so dark?
horas replied to silezn's topic in General Discussion+99999999999999999 and the brightness slider is greyed out also.....
thats just the selling gimmick they want to feed you, Watch logitech engineers explaining how optical sensors work m8, anything over 800 dpi is interpolating, Multiplying the dots per inch to get the desired dpi ... but accuracy reduces due to it
Battalion listen server (private)
horas replied to horas's topic in Dedicated Server Discussionyeah u mean empty pinged servers that are listed in the browser.. which I cannot choose the map on even.. I feel thats my only solution rn.. I hope someone comes and sheds light on this in my favor..
Battalion listen server (private)
horas posted a topic in Dedicated Server Discussionin every CoD game there's an option to open a listen server (a private server) with a map of your choosing and to play in it by urself (or bots with am4 mod etc) and that way with certain cmds you could learn nades smokes spots everything, simply by moving around the map, exploring angles peeks and what not.. Is there ANYWAY I could do so in battalion without paying money to rent a server ???
+1.. Im used to 400 @ 1 in CoD4... by mousepad distance measurements its identical (or 99% close) to 400 and 2 in Battalion. Or is it too low? Majority plays on 2.5/3 400
well maybe its the same one
and what do u call that? 6th sense?
look, Ive had enough of it in CoD2/4/CSGO (those who play it regularly know what happened after Newyear's sales and what the MM has become) .. and believe me Ive been waiting for this game since early 2017 to release, grinded beta, and intend to play a lot from now on (as they finally kinda stabilized the servers) .. but man, its not one or two or three rounds... its just ridiculous
ummm... except Ive got over a decade of experience in FPS games, and I know how to recognize fucking walling and norec (IN A WW2 GAME..) and someone whos 1v5'ing EVERY round, unrelated to enemy positioning, or them NOT making a single sound, OR even.. his confidence well... at first I thought ok he's good, but then after 3-4 rounds.. well I dont need to explain how obvious cheating looks like in fucking 2018.. and to both of u whose comments are so blatantly lame, he was on MY team.. so ..
horas posted a topic in General DiscussionIve already seen one, after only playing 3-4 unranked games IN TOTAL since EA release.. huge shame...


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A high-energy dance/rock & roll show from Broadway in New York City will open the 2008-09 Panorama series at Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford.
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Avs, Blues shake up rosters with late-night tradeNHL.com @NHLdotcom
DENVER (AP) - In a trade between struggling teams in the Western Conference, the Colorado Avalanche acquired former No. 1 pick Erik Johnson and Jay McClement from the St. Louis Blues for Chris Stewart and Kevin Shattenkirk.
The Avs, who have dropped nine straight entering Saturday night's game with San Jose, also receive a first-round pick in 2011 or 2012. Colorado surrenders a conditional second-round selection in 2011 or 2012 in the deal announced early Saturday.
Both teams also swung deals Friday as they shake up their rosters.
Colorado exchanged one struggling goaltender for another, acquiring Brian Elliott from the Ottawa Senators for Craig Anderson. The Blues sent defenseman Eric Brewer to the Tampa Bay Lightning for defenseman Brock Beukeboom, an unsigned draft pick, and a third-round pick in 2011.
The 6-foot-4 Johnson was the top overall pick in 2006. A rugged defenseman, he has five goals and 14 assists in 55 games this season. Johnson also helped the U.S. to a silver medal at the 2010 Vancouver Games.
"We are excited to be adding a top young defenseman in this league, a player who will have an impact on our blue line for several years to come," Avs general manager Greg Sherman said in a statement.
McClement has spent his entire career with the Blues organization, playing in 449 games. The 27-year-old forward has six goals and 10 assists this season in 56 games.
"Jay McClement brings six years of NHL experience and will compliment our young hockey club. He will also have an important role on our penalty killing unit," Sherman said.
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Social Media... Beneficial or Harmful?
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23 April 2012
Social Media… Beneficial or Harmful?
If I asked students in class to raise their hands if they have a Twitter, Facebook, or any other social network site, I could assume every hand would be in the air. I wrote this as an example on how society, especially my generation, has become drastically dependent on technology. We crave new information, which many seek through technology. However, face to face interaction is just as important. In Public Relations (PR), the main goal is promoting and establishing a favorable connection to the public. Social networking can create problems but PR practitioners can use this to their benefit through promotion of important causes such as animal rights or abuse. The main target audience for this issue would be professional Public Relations Organizations because they maintain the media outlets and what is produced through them. I would also include as a target audience is my generation and younger, since we constantly use technology. Even 10 year old children have an iPhone or iPad. The problem of over-usage is continuing to expand and we have to start thinking of solutions to help keep the issue maintained.
I am proposing the use of the PR career field to create a positive spin and outlook on issues, emphasizing how technology can be beneficial. This topic has a personal and career related interest to my life. On an academic level, I am currently attending Oklahoma State University (OSU) and majoring in Public Relations. While the personal aspect is based on a couple of reasons, one is to promote something that should be thoroughly acknowledged which I would be able to do with my future career. The other reason is from my constant networking through technology, and how it affected my life. This topic is important because it not only relates to me but it also involves everyone who has a phone, laptop, or any other electronic device. Social networking is growing rapidly in the media, which is creating distance with personal interactions among people. Some do not believe that inaccurate and non-informational media is harmful, however, I believe Public Relation organizations can benefit from the media by using it to help promote positive awareness.
The main problem in society is that social media and networking are increasing which causes personal human contact to decrease. People like to have constant reminders of what is going on in their environment and also enjoy receiving new information. For example, one of the reasons why losing personal interaction is considered a negative aspect is because students do not know how to separate their personal and professional lives. On Facebook or Twitter there is a box that asks "What are you thinking" representing what is on our minds. These thoughts can sometimes be inappropriate or too personal. With this I would say we do not think in terms of being professional or if posting this could eventually hurt our future. As an example say I apply for a job and they look up my profile to see their job applicant dancing on a table or drinking. This would not be qualities an organization would want in an employee. In one article I read by Michael Sacks and Nikki Graves they wrote, "Many of their students seek to 'network' at such events, quickly shifting from person to person with the goal of maximizing their contacts rather than developing lasting professional relationships" (81). They are referring to the fact that we allow many people into our lives through these networks, sometimes not even knowing who they are, or networking is based off of wanting to expand our horizon instead of creating actual friendships. This also causes problems in focusing on important things such as school, friends, and even outside activities. Before cell phones with applications, we used to sit in class and either sleep, text, or have to actually pay attention. Now with...
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Sacks, Michael Alan, and Nikki Graves. "How Many Friends do you Need? Teaching Students
how to Network using Social Media." Business Communication Quarterly 75.1 (2012):
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Thursday, May 8, 2008
Stoned on speed, Elvis Presley arrived at the White House wearing a purple velvet suit and bearing gifts for President Richard Nixon -- a Colt .45 pistol and some silver bullets.
It was Dec. 21, 1970, and Elvis had a mission: He wanted Nixon to give him a federal narcotics agent's badge so he could carry dope and guns wherever he went. Nixon didn't give Elvis the badge, but he did pose for pictures with the King of Rock-and-Roll.
Nineteen years later, newspapers reported that the Elvis-Nixon photos were the most requested pictures in the federal government's vast photo collection, and Tom Blanton responded the same way he responds to so many other interesting news stories: He filed a Freedom of Information Act request.
"When the president meets with anybody, there's a whole paper trail, so we filed a FOIA request and got the entire file released," says Blanton, who is the director of the National Security Archive, a private research group devoted to prying documents out of the federal government's files and making them public.
The fruits of Blanton's Elvis-Nixon FOIA turned out to be gloriously goofy: There was Elvis's handwritten letter to Nixon requesting a meeting and bragging that "I have done an in-depth study of drug abuse." And a White House staffer's memo suggesting that Nixon ask Elvis to "record an album with the theme 'Get High on Life.' " And the official notes of the historic meeting: "Presley immediately began showing the President his law enforcement paraphernalia, including badges from police departments . . . ."
Blanton posted the documents on the National Security Archive's Web site, and for years they were the most downloaded items on the site. But in 2003, the Elvis-Nixon meeting was dethroned by another of the archive's postings -- documents detailing the 1983 meeting of two other legendary characters, Donald Rumsfeld and Saddam Hussein.
The archive obtained those documents by FOIA, too. One State Department cable showed Rumsfeld cozying up to Saddam, who was then involved in a long, bloody war with Iran: "Rumsfeld told Saddam US and Iraq had shared interests in preventing Iranian and Syrian expansion. He said US was urging other states to curtail arms sales to Iran."
Blanton loves government documents. It's an acquired taste that has also been acquired by his colleagues at the archive. Over the past 23 years, they have filed more than 35,000 FOIA requests and collected more than 5 million pages of government documents. Some of the documents are mind-numbingly boring, of course, but others are nothing short of astonishing:
A CIA guidebook called "A Study of Assassination," which advised right-wing Latin Americans on the most effective ways to bludgeon, stab and shoot their enemies.
A National Security Agency study revealing that the agency "deliberately skewed" its account of the 1964 Gulf of Tonkin incident, which led to the escalation of the Vietnam War.
A 2002 Pentagon PowerPoint briefing on plans for the upcoming invasion of Iraq -- code name "Polo Step" -- that assumed that only 5,000 American troops would remain in Iraq by the end of 2006.
Perhaps the most famous documents obtained by the archive were the CIA's so-called "Family Jewels," which detailed the agency's illegal wiretaps and attempts to assassinate foreign leaders. The archive filed its FOIA request for the "Family Jewels" in 1992. Fifteen years later, in 2007, the CIA finally released them, and they made headlines around the world.


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I'm professional Koto player,based in Kyoto.I'm waiting for you!
We have traditional wooden house in Nijo area,and our family have been lived in Kyoto over 100years,so we can tell you customs and dailylife in Kyoto!
Hope to see you soon.
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14 Reviews for Harumi
Take a Koto Lesson at a Traditional House in Kyoto
Such a priveledge to have this experience from a master musician- highlight of my trip. Hope to come back next time. Highly recommended to any passionate musician.
Take a Koto Lesson at a Traditional House in Kyoto
I've had an interest in traditional Japanese music for a long time, so when I found out I could have the opportunity to have a private koto lesson in Kyoto, I had to take it. And I am so glad that I did. Harumi was a great teacher and explained the basics of koto very well. We played 3 songs together and Harumi served tea and snacks during the lesson.
If you're a musician like I am, you'll especially appreciate the subtleties that make traditional Japanese music different from Western style and how playing koto well is very different from playing guitar well. Not to mention, playing koto is extremely enjoyable and relaxing - Harumi makes sure you get the most out of the experience. I cannot recommend this experience enough, and I hope to continue learning how to play once I've returned to the States. Domo arigatou gozaimashta, Harumi!
Take a Koto Lesson at a Traditional House in Kyoto
Harumi was very patient and kind. It was my first try with koto and I hope I could come back again to learn more!
Take a Koto Lesson at a Traditional House in Kyoto
Taking a private koto lesson was the most memorable experience of my whole Japanese vacation. The lesson is in a traditional Japanese house in a neighborhood near Nijo Castle. Harumi was very welcoming and encouraging. Although the lesson lasted only a few hours, I learned a lot. I enjoyed playing koto with Harumi. The highlight was her playing a song at the end of the lesson. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to immerse themselves into Japanese culture.
Take a Koto Lesson at a Traditional House in Kyoto
I'm so glad I got to take a koto lesson with Harumi-san! She is a wonderful teacher and I had a great time!


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Lately I've been ready for a change. I have been blogging for several years and enjoyed it, but over the past couple years I have seemed to fade in and out, almost feeling as though I didn't fit in the mold I felt my blogs had become. I know I am the one to set that mold and I can easily break it and start fresh, but I felt with my life changing in so many ways, getting married and moving across the country has changed some of my interests and the things I value most in life, and I was ready for a new and fresh start.
So here I am, a new fresh blog for a fresh new start. I have a feeling this is where I will stay, in my beloved little willow nest.
You may wonder about the name "The Willow Nest" and where it came from? Is it random or does it actually mean something? Well, there actually is a little story behind it.
When I was a little girl we took a road trip across the country and while we were traveling (and I was feeling a bit homesick) I drew a picture of our weeping willow tree with our tire swing in it and titled it 'Home'. I remember how I loved being under that willow tree, I loved swinging on the tire swing and dreaming my girlish dreams. It was the most at home my little 9 year old self felt anywhere. From that memory came the idea of a nest made of willow branches, all those girlish dreams wrapped up into who I am today. A more grown up version of the little 9 year old daydreamer who is still deep inside me. 'The Willow Nest' just seems to fit who I am, have always been, and always will be. An imaginative dreamer who loves adventure, but will always be happiest at home.
This online place is where I would love to share with you what I cherish in life, be it a newly knitted sock, fresh baked cookies, a family outing, or a quote or shopping find. I hope you'll feel at home, grab a cup of your favorite tea and stay awhile. There's always room for new friends! Bring some with you if you like!
♥ Anna


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Now a revelation was given to me, my brethren, while I slept, by a young man of comely appearance, who said to me, "Who do you think that old woman is from whom you received the book?"
And I said, "The Sibyl."
"You are in a mistake," says he; "it is not the Sibyl."
"Who is it then?" say I.
And he said, "It is the Church."
And I said to him, "Why then is she an old woman?"
"Because," said he, "she was created first of all. On this account is she old. And for her sake was the world made."
After that I saw a vision in my house, and that old woman came and asked me, if I had yet given the book to the presbyters. And I said that I had not. And then she said, "You have done well, for I have some words to add. But when I finish all the words, all the elect will then become acquainted with them through you. You will write therefore two books, and you will send the one to Clemens and the other to Grapte. And Clemens will send his to foreign countries, for permission has been granted to him to do so. And Grapte will admonish the widows and the orphans. But you will read the words in this city, along with the presbyters who preside over the Church."


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Just in case you're at a loss about what to play this week, here are five games I've meant to cover over the last month but just haven't had time. They're all really interesting and unusual in certain ways, but all provide a compelling gameplay experience too. If you try any of them, feel free to share your experiences in the comments section!
Antichamber (Alexander Bruce, PC)
Released at the end of January, this fascinating psychological exploration game is a sort of cross between Portal, a psychometric test and an LSD trip. Players have to navigate a sparse, non-euclidean environment solving puzzles that strip away all preconceptions about game rules. Exits are sometimes exits but sometimes not; up is sometimes down, but sometimes it's out. Or in. Or none of the above. It's enthralling, refreshing and challenging stuff – a sort of ludological detox. I first met Alexander Bruce at E3 2010 and have never forgotten encountering his game for the first time. If you have a PC and love first-person games, you need to try this.
Year Walk (Simogo, iOS)
Here is another game that toys with conventions like a cat pawing at a dead mouse – except here it's to much darker effect. Year Walk is a horror game set in the remote forests of Sweden where a journey of self-discovery becomes something much more nightmarish and primal. I won't give too much away, but the combination of spectral, almost monotone visuals and clever sound effects makes for a disturbing experience, enhanced by the availability of an explanatory companion app. From the makers of the sublime Bumpy Road and Beat Sneak Bandit, it's a very different kind of smartphone game.
Tic Toc Toys (Swallowtail Games, iOS)
Developer Swallowtail Games won the Bafta 'ones to watch' award in 2012 with this blissfully creative puzzler. Your aim is to clear a series of play rooms so that your toy robot and pass through unhindered. You have no control over the droid, instead you interact with objects, pushing, pulling and laterally thinking them out of the way with smooth and intuitive use of the touch controls. Toy frogs must withdraw their tongues, Russian dolls need to be packed away, trains rolled along the track – all while the your bot wanders on. Its visuals are warm and playful, and I imagine it was a blast to design – it's also wonderful to play with young children as they immediately recognise both the environments and the instinct to protect the droid on his journey.
The Golden Arrow (Monster and Glitch, iOS)
Okay, so we've seen quite a few side-scrolling endless runners over the last couple of years, but I still think this one is worth a look. Like Adam Saltsman's iconic Canabalt, it features minimalistic 8bit visuals and a romping chiptune soundtrack, but here designer Jenna Hoffstein has added a fantasy narrative component in which a monster must continually run in order to escape an evil monster-slaying princess. It's just got a really nice, self-conscious feel to it and successfully establishes its own little fairy tale world. Also, it's 69p!
Driftmoon (Instant Kingdom, PC)
Husband and wife team Ville and Anne Mönkkönen spent seven years crafting this quaint role-playing adventure, which combines the mechanisms of a traditional RPG with quirky Finnish humour. The narrative follows the adventures of a panther, a skeleton and a firefly through a mythical world which is being troubled, as mythical worlds always are, by an evil sorcerer. Sure, not the most original set up, but it's the irreverent humour and constant surprises that keep you playing through the eight-hour campaign.


text: Aflatoxin is threatening southeast South Dakota corn fields at a time when producers are in their busiest season harvesting the state's largest corn crop on record, according to The South Dakota Corn Growers Association. The group urges corn producers to take the time to test for aflatoxin, particularly before storing corn because crop insurance will not cover losses in the bin. Insurance ends at harvest. Counties in South Dakota where aflatoxin has been found include Clay, Lincoln, Turner, Union and Yankton including the towns of Beresford, Canton and Viborg. Growing conditions were ideal for aflatoxin to develop during dry and hot conditions in July followed by the recent multi-day rain received throughout the state. The corn growers association has launched a widespread educational effort to alert corn producers to check for aflatoxin before clearing fields. "Call your insurance agent today! Testing for aflatoxin before combining may slow producers down a bit but would save them thousands of dollars in losses due to discounted or rejected grain because of aflatoxin contamination," said Reid Jensen, corn growers association president, in a release. "Conditions were prime for this fungus to establish during dry conditions this summer and with a wet fall, the environment was favorable for aflatoxins to grow. Producers must act now to prevent grain losses!" The first step for producers before harvesting corn is to contact their insurance adjuster. Aflatoxin losses are an insurable cause of loss as long as the grain is tested before being moved into commercial or on-farm storage, according to the release. According to Robert Berg with the SDSU Southeast Experiment Station in Beresford, S.D., crop insurance groups claim that farmers will automatically lose their crop revenue protection coverage entirely if infected corn is stored in a bin; adjusters can still work with farmers, but only if the grain is still in the field or on the truck. Aflatoxin cannot be detected by a visual evaluation. Moldy grain doesn't always test positive for aflatoxin whereas grain that looks clean sometimes does test positive. Blacklight testing is an indicator used for detection, but is not a definitive test for aflatoxin. According to Extension reports, a USDA approved determinative test and/or lab is required to quantify if the load's aflatoxin levels exceed FDA advisory levels. FDA Advisory levels: * Zero to 20 parts per billion: No advisory levels. Grain generally accepted. *21-300 ppb: Corn can be fed to finishing feeder pigs at 200 ppb or less; beef in feedlots can tolerate up to 300 ppb. There is zero tolerance for aflatoxin in dairy products. * Over 300 ppb: FDA prohibits use. Grain would be recommended destroyed. Price discounts at grain handling facilities have exceeded $1 per bushel for aflatoxin-contaminated corn. According to the release: aflatoxin can also develop or continue to develop on corn in storage. Factors affecting that growth include moisture content and temperature of stored grain, condition of grain going into storage and length of storage. One strategy for reducing risk of contaminating a bin of corn with aflatoxin is to dry corn out of the field down to 12 or 13 percent as quickly as possible. Aflatoxin grows rapidly at 14 percent moisture; moisture content below 13 percent prevents invasion by the fungus, according to university studies. The fungus also grows rapidly in grain storage temperatures 34 degrees F and above. Crop insurance coverage ends at harvest, according to the USDA Risk Management Agency, and since there is the possibility of post-harvest contamination, producers must have insurance agents obtain samples prior to storage. For more information, contact the corn growers association at (605) 334-0100.


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The 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD has arrived and is available at Stewart Chevrolet. We are a Bay Area Chevrolet dealer, located near San Francisco. With a huge inventory of new cars, trucks and SUVs, we have been serving customers in the Bay Area for quite some time. So San Francisco shoppers, if you're looking for a Chevy dealer near you, make Stewart Chevrolet your destination. Our Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD selection is pretty large, so we're sure you will find what you're looking for on our lot. However, if you can't find what you're looking for in our inventory, contact us via email or at (415) 347-3291.
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Merimbula to host on water training for boating safety officers
The Merimbula community may notice an increased presence of people on personal watercraft today when five Roads and Maritime Services Boating Safety Officers (BSO) arrive for training.
Maritime Director Angus Mitchell said the five BSOs who are usually based in and around the Murray River would carry out advanced practical training using personal watercraft today and Friday.
"BSOs patrol waterways throughout NSW using a variety of watercraft such as rigid inflatable vessels, conventional patrol boats and personal watercraft such as jetskis which are more suitable for narrow and shallow waterways ," Mr Mitchell said.
"The training will involve practical components to test operations on flat water for a Murray River environment as well as in a surf zone such as at a coastal bar crossing.
"BSOs provide education and advice to boaters as well as enforcement when required and it is important they carry out regular training in the use of equipment," Mr Mitchell said.
In NSW there are more than 219,000 recreational vessels along with more than 11,000 personal watercraft which are registered to be used offshore and in lakes, rivers and inland dams.
For more information on boating safety as well as personal watercraft licensing and registration visit http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/maritime/licence/boat-pwc/index.html
CONTACT: Roads and Maritime Services Media Unit: 8588 5999


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An EarthCraft builder is an individual that is approved to construct structures bearing the EarthCraft label. There are several steps to becoming a certified builder, the first of which is attending a course taught at the SWEET center in Atlanta to familiarize builders with the standards of the EarthCraft program.
For those interested in becoming a certified EarthCraft builder, see our Builder Certification Process document.
Questions regarding the EarthCraft Builder Training
Are there pre-course requirements?
There is a required Basics of Building Science online learning module that all class participants must review prior to attending the EarthCraft House Builder Training. It takes approximately one hour. The link to this module will be provided to you in an email from email@example.com after you register for the course. Be sure to spend some time reviewing this online module prior to attending the training.
The Basics of Building Science online module is required because the EarthCraft Builder Training is an accelerated learning environment, and information provided in this Basics of Building Science module is part of the EarthCraft House Builder Exam.
How do I sign up for the course?
A list of all upcoming EarthCraft trainings can be found under the Training Courses tab to the left.
How soon before class do I have to take the online course?
You can take the online module anytime before the class. Remember, your laptops will be closed during the class, so you will not be able to review this module.
It takes approximately one hour to review the Basics of Building Science module.
Can I still show up if I haven't taken the online course yet?
The Basics of Building Science online learning module must be taken prior to attending the EarthCraft House Builder Training. If, due to extenuating circumstances, you are unable to take the online module prior to the training, your Certificate of Attendance for the training will not be issued and the CEUs for the training will not be processed until you complete the Basics of Building Science.
Post-Training Information
Is the Builder Training eligible for continuing education credits?
The EarthCraft Trainings qualify attendees for CE credit from the following institutions: Construction Specifications Institute, Green Building Certification Institute, American Institute of Architects, Certified Professional Home Builder, Building Performance Institute and Georgia Real Estate Commission.
- EC Builder: 7 learning units from AIA, .8 CEUs from CSI, 8 hrs from GBCI, 6 hrs from CPHB, 7hrs from BPI.
- EC Realtor: 3 hrs from the Georgia Real Estate Commission. Version 2013.10.08 – 2 – EarthCraft New Builders FAQ
- EC HVAC Trade Contractor: Currently submitted for continuing education approval from BPI, CPHB and GBCI.
It is critical that all attendees sign in and sign out of the course as directed by the trainer in order to receive full CEU credit.
Will I get a certificate of attendance?
All course attendees will be provided a course attendance certificate. You must be present for the entirety of the course to receive this certificate; it will not be mailed to attendees not present at the end of the course.
I've taken the EarthCraft House Builder Training. Now what do I do?
After completing the training, the next step to becoming a certified EarthCraft builder is to pass the EarthCraft House Builder Exam. A link to the exam will be emailed to attendees at the end of the course, additionally the exam is available on our site here. It is strongly recommended that the exam be taken no more than a month after the training is completed.
Builder Exam Information
How do I take the exam?
You will be provided the link to take the exam no more than 10 business days after the EarthCraft House Builder Training you attended.
The exam link can also be found on the Builder Certification page.
How long does the exam take?
This exam is open book and takes approximately two hours to complete.
What score is needed to pass the exam?
A score of 80% or greater is required to pass the exam.
How many times can I take the exam?
Our current policy is that you may take the exam up to three times in order to achieve a passing score of 80 or higher. If you have taken the exam more than twice without passing, please contact EarthCraft Administration (404-604-3644) to discuss allowing more attempts. This policy is subject to change.
How much will the exam cost?
Our current policy is that the exam is free. This policy is subject to change.
What can I use to study for the exam?
The reference for the EarthCraft House Builder Exam is the EarthCraft Manual. The manual provides detailed information about the EarthCraft program, project certification process, and basic building science. The manual also includes: EarthCraft House forms, exhibits, worksheets and guidelines. The exam is open book so any notes from the course or material found on our resources page may be used during the exam.
Next Steps
Am I certified after I complete the exam?
There are a few additional steps to certification after the exam is completed.
After passing the exam, please submit your application to become a Certified EarthCraft House online at here. You will have to upload your certificate of passing and enter your score on your application. Please be sure to select 'existing EarthCraft House builder' on the application.
How do I certify project?
New projects need to be registered in the planning stages. Links to register projects can be found under the Project Registration tab to the left.
Consulting the EarthCraft worksheet and communicating with a Technical Advisor are key components in ensuring adherence to EarthCraft standards. A builder's Technical Advisor will go over the worksheet guidelines to help decide which aspects fit the project goals and ensure adherence to EarthCraft standards. The worksheet and guidelines are found on the Resources page. To contact a Technical Advisor in your area, see here.
Rejoining the EarthCraft Program
EarthCraft Builders who have been dropped from the EarthCraft program as a result of not building an EarthCraft certified house in the past 12 months and/or having their membership lapse are able to rejoin the program.
- If the builder's membership lapses but the builder has built an EarthCraft certified house in the last 12 months, the builder is required to retake and pass the EarthCraft House Builder exam, but not required to retake the EarthCraft House Builder Training Class prior to rejoining the program. Once the builder has passed the exam, he or she is required to reregister as an EarthCraft builder with the Atlanta HBA and his or her local HBA membership must be in good standing.
- If the builder's membership lapses and the builder has not built an EarthCraft certified house in the last 12 months, the builder is required to both retake and pass the EarthCraft House Builder Training Class and exam prior to rejoining the program. Once the builder has passed the exam, he or she is required to reregister as an EarthCraft builder with the Atlanta HBA and his or her local HBA membership must be in good standing.


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We Are Culture Theatre Series continues with Cariboo Buckaroo
MT Space presents Cariboo Buckaroo, a Theatre Skam production.
This is the second show in the We Are Culture Theatre Series.
Cariboo Buckaroo is the true tall tale of an 1860s cattle drive full of surprise, magic and beans. Adventure, mayhem, and good old fashioned storytelling are combined with actual historical events from British Columbia's history, including the Chilcotin War of 1864.
Cariboo Buckaroo was developed by Theatre SKAM from Vancouver—in partnership with the X'eni Gwet'in First Nation. It is recommended for ages 8 and up.
"This charming one-hander entertains as much as it informs—which is saying a lot, given the crash-course in B.C. history you'll get between the many laughs and moments of insight."
~ John Threlfall, Monday Magazine
October 24 - 26 / 8:00pm
October 26 / 2:00pm matinée
Our newly renovated studio, the Courtyard @ Bonnie Stuart!
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Tickets available at TicketScene.ca or call 519.585.7763


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Khamer & Profiteur Merchantry
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From left to right: Jackal, Khamer VIII, Profiteur and Khint
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The Khamer & Profiteur Merchantry, or simply K&P Merchantry, is an organization that appears in Bravely Default. The group is composed of Eloch Quentis Khamer VIII, Erutus Profiteur, Jackal and Ciggma Khint. Established in the world-renowned industrial nation of Ancheim, the aim of the group is to discredit Crystalism and those who still believe in it by monopolizing the water supply and raising the prices for access to it.
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After the wind stopped blowing, Khamer VIII, king of Ancheim, forced his people to turn the turbines by hand to secure the power to revive his nation's industrial sector. Meanwhile in the country's water situation, Profiteur either asks the people to pay the ridiculously high price of the water, or go to the oasis for drinking water. People aren't given much of a choice so they forced to go to the oasis, but that is just another of Erutus' plans. He orders Jackal and his bands of thieves to steal the valuables of anyone who goes to the oasis. Khint acts as the messenger and bodyguard of the other members. This combination of hardships eventually led to the disheartening of the people, but that didn't stop them from following Crystalism.
Annoyed by his people's faith instead of joining the march for progress, Khamer grew to hate the vestals and plotted to direct the force of his subjects' dissatisfaction away from himself and towards them. But Agnes returns from the Temple of Wind and invokes the wind back, thus ending the forced labor of the people. Vexed and embarrassed, the king confined himself to his chambers. Prime Minister Harena announced that the king had died after a sudden bout of illness, and that he will temporarily lead the country.
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Agnes' group headed to the oasis to stop the band of thieves from exploiting the people. In the Harena Ruins, the group confronts the leader, and Tiz was furious at the Jackal using his misfortune as an excuse to cause harm to others, having lost everything to the Great Chasm himself. A battle ensues between the party, and the Jackal and Khint, which ended in the thief's demise. The party finds documents ordering to attack those who came to draw water at the oasis, signed by Chairman Profiteur. Next the party confronts the Merchant of Death in the Merchantry building. Profiteur then showed his true colors and attacked the party, along with Khint. Abandoned by his bodyguard, the merchant met a pitiful death. Come evening, the party sneaked into the palace and saw Khamer VIII talking to Ciggma Khint. Having heard all the king's disappointments and dreams to kill the Wind Vestal, Agnes reveals herself to the two, and the final battle with the Merchantry begins. The two are defeated and the king spouted selfish drivel until his end.
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|Main Characters: Tiz Arrior • Agnès Oblige • Edea Lee • Ringabel • Airy
Jobs: Freelancer • White Mage • Black Mage • Knight • Swordmaster • Ninja • Valkyrie • Performer • Red Mage • Spell Fencer • Time Mage • Thief • Merchant • Monk • Pirate • Salve-Maker • Summoner • Ranger • Dark Knight • Templar • Arcanist • Spiritmaster • Conjurer • Vampire


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Warm weather is know for all of its "fun" clothing, but fall has fun too. To be honest the summer needs it, because wearing a jacket and tie can be a challenge plus there is little to no opportunity for layering. Fall brings tweed and shetlands back into the mix which is plenty exciting for most, but this post is for those that like a little more oomph.
1. O'Connell's Long Sleeve Sport Shirt – Cotton & Wool – Panel Tartan – $99.95 (Each one is unique)
2. Brooks Brothers Red Fleece Tartan Cotton Flannel Fun Shirt – $ 69.50
3. Polo Ralph Lauren The Iconic Oxford Fun Shirt – $89.50
4. Polo Ralph Lauren Patchwork Vest – $245
There you have it. Proof that even as the temperatures drop that you can still tell them all to GTH. While fun shirts may not be my thing I like that others like them. Each of the above items has its pros and cons (like the ticket on that vest!), but I wanted to highlight a little something for everyone. Last thing, the patchwork on the vest is perfection in my book.
P.S. Don't worry I haven't forgotten about our critter friends!


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However on this occasion, for some unknown reason, the installation stalled saying that it didn't recognise the second recovery CD when I inserted it at the prompt during the installation process. I didn't know what to do as I had deleted the old partition containing the operating system and created a new partition during the re-installation process. I now had a laptop that had no working or completely restored operating system on it, so I could no longer get into Windows anymore.
I tried the re-installation repeatedly only for the process to come to a halt at the same place again and again. Eventually I gave up and tried to re-install Linux using a CD I downloaded form their website. Again, the same thing happened and the installation process halted for no reason I could figure halfway through it all.
I tried the Linux again but this time the laptop won't even respond or recognise the Linux CD operating system at all. So I tried the XP recovery CD again and the installation process started and I got passed the bit where it asks if I (A)CCEPT that a recovery will begin and to press (Y)es to continue so that Windows can enter SETUP and start loading files.
However, it is at this point that everything stalls.
Is there anything I can do to resolve this situation? Is there any hope for such a situation? Or should I just give up and disassemble the laptop for any parts or could I use this laptop as a bare bones etc and rebuild it with new parts? Please help if you can.
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ANGLETON — Unlike people and animals, plants can't evacuate when threatening weather approaches, and long tenures in flood waters can take a toll.
But as water recedes and people recover their homes in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, landscapes also will need to be watched for signs of stress, said Stephen Brueggerhoff, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horticulture agent in Brazoria County.
"A little bit of rain is not too bad, but too much rain can be detrimental to the health of any plant," Brueggerhoff said. "These were extraordinary circumstances, so at this point it is really just a matter of waiting to see what the impact is."
Brueggerhoff said soil saturation is key.
"For perennial plants, what we really are concerned with are saturated soils that create conditions for root rot," he said. "When the rain saturates the soils causing a collection of water, plants may be standing or submerged in water."
Once saturated, there are not many options to help perennial plants, he said, except to watch for signs of stress.
"The roots of all plants need oxygen through the soil," Brueggerhoff explained. "Once the soils get saturated, that creates an anaerobic environment where the roots are not getting proper oxygenation within the soils.
"Just wait a little bit for the plant to tell you if there are signs of decline. It is not necessary to move the plants immediately," he said. "But if stress does begin to show, the owner may decide to move those plants away from the saturation."
Stress reveals itself in plants through discoloration, often as yellowing or purplish leaves, he said.
Another situation that might impede plant recovery is debris that remains from floods.
"When the water recedes, there may be other organic matter deposited on the plants," he said. "As soon as you can get to the plants, pull off that matter and let that area dry out a little bit."
When the soil is less saturated, Brueggerhoff said, residents can return to "regular maintenance mode."
"If we get into the rest of our summer without unusually heavy rains, soils appear not to be supersaturated, and the plants are absorbing moisture from the soil, re-mulch them," he said.
Woody species such as shrubs and trees take longer to show stress, he noted.
"They often don't tell us too quickly what is going on with them as far as decline. Sometimes we will not see a tree or shrub responding to those kinds of environmental conditions for six months to a year," Brueggerhoff said.
He described an ash tree that stood in 4 feet of water near his home for two days.
"The water receded quickly, so two days of saturation probably is not going to hurt that tree," he said. "But if we have plants that are under saturation for up to a week, for some plants it can cause a decline in the long run. Sometimes those kinds of conditions can be an entry point for other pathogens to grow. And things of that nature can cause the plant to decline in the long run.
"At this point, it is just a matter of waiting to see how our plants respond."


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Recently I had the opportunity to observe as our nurse Maria worked her health education magic with a patient. Rogelio* was a Spanish-speaking middle-aged man struggling to cope with his comorbid conditions of obesity, prediabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Maria used her patience, in-depth medical and cultural knowledge, and creativity to turn his difficult situation into a more manageable one by tailoring her lessons to his needs.
Her first step was to ask him about his current level of understanding of his own health, using open-ended questions. By gaining a sense of our patient's knowledge, Maria was better able to adapt her explanations to fit his understanding. Then, with the utmost patience and diligence, she proceeded to go through each of his health conditions, one by one, and every medication he was prescribed. I was most impressed by the creative analogies and comparisons she used to help Rogelio understand complicated medical information. For example, she used an analogy of a balloon to explain how ACE-inhibitors work to relieve blood pressure. To describe how insulin helps shuttle blood glucose to areas of the body that need energy, she compared it to putting away groceries after grocery shopping. With each explanation, I could see the understanding grow in Rogelio's eyes. His sense of helplessness decreased and he felt less overwhelmed by terms such as "lisinopril" and "hypertension."
She also helped him understand how his conditions were related and how obesity can lead to his other problems of high blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol. Using references from their shared Mexican culture, she explained how these conditions can be caused, as well as treated, by lifestyle changes. As she spoke about Mexico's active lifestyle compared to the inactivity of the United States, Rogelio agreed wholeheartedly. Her effort to relate to his cultural background was much more effective than simply telling him to exercise more and eat healthy.
Through creativity, understanding, and education tailored to him, Maria helped Rogelio leave our clinic with a new sense of autonomy and confidence, ready to lead a healthier lifestyle. Watching her work and learning from her example has been the best training I've received thus far. Maria demonstrated how being a successful health educator requires so much more than simply having the knowledge; you must also know how to deliver the information effectively to each unique patient. Our patients come from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and have a variety of education levels. One size does not fit all. With Maria's help and example, I have learned to be creative in my health education sessions. I strive to meet each patient where they're at in their understanding and ensure they leave our session feeling empowered to take charge of their health.
*name has been changed
This blog post was written by NHC Chicago 2017-18 member Lena Law.
Lena is a health eduacator at Heartland Health Center - Albany Park and Roosevelt.


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From now until the Volition performance event on Saturday 17th May we will feature regular pieces about each of the works in progress you will see on the night. These are presented in no particular order so embrace the randomness.
I'm inspired by the Irish stories I had come across in boroughs such as Cricklewood and Tooting when I lived in London. These stories, tales of lost love or having never gone back home to Ireland for one reason or another, were often reluctantly revealed in dark corners of pubs and social clubs, the kind of places that grizzled old Irish men were used to occupying, far away from the limelight
Volition artist: Cathal Leonard


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Spontaneous pneumothorax affects thousands of individuals around the world each year. Research is always being done to determine new forms of treatment and follow-up care. This page provides useful information about current news and research concerning spontaneous pneumothorax.
Spontaneous pneumothorax is classified into two separate categories, primary and secondary. Primary spontaneous pneumothorax occurs without any prior lung disorders or diseases. In most cases, primary spontaneous pneumothorax results from the rupture of blebs (air-filled sac on the lung). As a result, air escapes from the lung and enters the chest cavity causing the lung to collapse. Depending on the severity of the incident, various symptoms will be experienced within minutes of the initial collapse. The reason why this occurs is unclear, although spontaneous pneumothorax has been attributed to tall, thin men (between 20 and 40 years of age); smokers; and in some cases, women during their menstrual cycles.
Catamenial pneumothorax is a rare form of spontaneous pneumothorax that affects women during their menstrual cycle.
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Some recipes recommended for a New Year's Eve celebration are Champagne Truffles, Lamb Meatball Sliders and Chili-Roasted Black Eyed Peas. The latter of these is especially popular as a Southern New Year's Eve party food.
To make Chili-Roasted Black Eyed Peas, combine two cans of rinsed and drained black-eyed peas with olive oil, chili powder, pepper, ground cumin and salt in a bowl. Once thoroughly mixed together, spread in a jelly-roll pan and bake for up to 50 minutes until dry and crispy, stirring every 10 minutes or so. Allow to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving as a party snack.
For Lamb Meatball Sliders, saute onion and garlic, then add coriander, fennel seeds and rosemary to toast. Make marble-sized balls out of goat cheese and set aside, then combine spicy lamb sausage meat with ground lamb, breadcrumbs, eggs and salt and make larger balls. Insert a goat cheese marble into each and seal the hole. Refrigerate while thickening a sauce of sauteed onion, simmered with tomatoes, red pepper flakes, salt, sugar and oregano. Add the meatballs to the sauce and continue to simmer. Serve on rolls filled with pickled cucumbers and a spread of beaten goat cheese, mascarpone, milk, oregano, rosemary, thyme, dill, salt and pepper.
To make Champagne Truffles, combine hot whipping cream with chopped chocolate, champagne and hazelnut liqueur, then chill. When set, use an ice cream scoop to form little balls and roll each in coarse sugar. Refrigerate for another half hour before serving.


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Olympian and Commonwealth Games medallist Ashleigh Brennan, who turns 21 today!
Since her first big national team assignment in 2006, Ash has grown into an elegant and reliable team leader, who will no doubt be gunning for a place on the Aussie team in London.
The VHPC put up some lovely photos of the squad celebrating in Canberra. Hope you had a great day, Ash!
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Happy Birthday To...
Posted by Mez at 5:35 PM
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Happy birthday Ashley. Just off the topic, does anyone know if the actual olympic selection is happening at nationals.
- January 18, 2012 at 6:12 PM
It would be part of it but I'm sure they would have an official selection after a camp after nationals
- January 18, 2012 at 7:17 PM
No lets stay on topic. A very Happy 21st birthday to my favourite gymnast
- January 18, 2012 at 7:42 PM
Hugs and kisses to the beautiful young lady who has grown up right before our eyes. Happy Birthday Ashleigh xxx
- January 26, 2012 at 8:19 PM
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Chorley boss Matt Jansen admits he fancies his chances ahead of Saturday's National League North fixture against table-toppers Solihull Moors.
The Magpies welcome Solihull to Victory Park fresh off a home win against Frickley Athletic in the FA Cup.
Victory over Frickley has handed Chorley a third qualifying round tie against Whitley Bay, with £7,500 going to the winners.
High-flying Moors are in fine form having won eight of their last 10 league fixtures.
Last season, the Magpies fell short against Solihull losing 3-1 at Damson Park before drawing 0-0 at home.
Ahead of Saturday's crunch fixture, Jansen wants to build on the Frickley victory.
"We've got to fancy our chances against Solihull," he said.
"We're in good form and we're a strong side and we've got a strong squad.
"We have to fancy our chances at home, hopefully it will be a buzzing atmosphere and everybody will turn out."
Saturday's win over Frickley also brought a welcomed return to form for James
The big striker was going through a barren spell having last scored in April against Guiseley.
But two goals on Saturday broke his duck for the season and Jansen was delighted for his number nine.
"It was great for Deano to score twice," he added.
"He's a great lad and he works so hard.
"All players go through barren spells and it will happen.
You've got to keep working and it will happen, it's happened for him and I'm sure now he'll have a rout."
Tonight, Tuesday, Chorley travel to Ashton Athletic to play a friendly, kick-off is 7.30pm.


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If there's one thing I truly hate in life, it's social injustice. But almost as much as that, I HATE sweet, thick barbecue sauce. And almost as much as I hate sweet, thick BBQ sauce, I hate paying 5 bucks for a bottle of the stuff only to find out how bad it is. So, as a result, I decided to make my own. It's big, bold, tangy, smoky, spicy and freaking DELICIOUS! Great on anything from veggie burgers to pork ribs!
Note that I typically use plain, old, commercial, non-vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. If you are going with Annie's or another non-mainstream brand, keep in mind that these are usually much milder. As a result, I recommend you increase the amount to taste.
And although this is already a massively flavorful BBQ sauce, feel free to sex up this sauce even more by adding beer, crushed pineapple, lemon juice, red wine, chipotle, whiskey, orange juice, tequila, coffee, or cocoa powder. Any of these additions will be delicious!
1 large clove garlic, chopped, NO MORE!
1-2 TBSP onion, finely minced
1-2 TBSP onion, finely minced
2 cups ketchup (homemade recipe or store bought)
1 TBSP ground black pepper
½ cup white vinegar
1/3 tsp cayenne pepper
1 TBSP powdered mustard
2 TBSP light soy sauce or tamari
¼ cup Worcestershire
1 TBSP brown sugar
¾ tsp liquid smoke
Combine garlic, onion, and ketchup in food processor and buzz until it makes a nice, smooth sauce.
Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer, stirring frequently until all flavors have mingled and you have reached desired consistency, about 30 minutes. Adjust to your personal flavor here by adding in more sugar, Worcestershire, liquid smoke, or anything else you might want to emphasize more.
Remove from heat, chill, and serve. Will keep a few weeks in the refrigerator or can be canned for indefinite storage.
When I can this, I quadruple the recipe and process at 13 psi for 20 minutes in hot pint jars with 1/4 inch headspace. Makes 6 pints.


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text: Dried Merry Mix in a Gift Jar $29.95 Quantity $29.95 Add to cart The natural red of Dried Red Tart Cherries and Dried Cranberries mixed with the natural green of pistachios makes a Merry Mix designed to delight your family and guests this season. 20 oz. VIEW NUTRITIONAL FACTS > NutritionFactsServ. Size 1/3 cup (39g)Servings about 15Calories 170Cal.from Fat 70* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Amount/Serving Amount/Serving Total Fat 8g (12%DV) Total Carb. 22g (7% DV) Sat. Fat 1g (4%DV) Trans. Fat 0g Fiber 3g (13% DV) Cholest. 0mg (0% DV) Sugars 14g Sodium 0mg (0% DV) Protein 4g Vitamin A (10%DV), Vitamin C (0%DV), Calcium (2%DV), Iron (6%DV) Ingredients: Dried red tart cherries (cherries, sugar, sunflower oil), almonds, pistachios, dried cranberies (cranberries, sugar, sunflower oil), dried blueberries (blueberries, sugar, sunflower oil). Nutritional Info: OCCASIONAL PITS MAY BE FOUND. MUST STORE IN A REFRIGERATOR. Shelf Life: 3 months after packaging date. MUST STORE IN REFRIGERATOR. Allergy Information: manufactured in a facility that also processes soybeans, milk, eggs, and tree nuts. SHARE PRODUCTS: Facebook Twitter


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I use Netrunner 14.2 with great pleasure. But both in Dolphin and Homerun find a bug (?). When i open dolphin or homerun, in the sidebar of dolphin and in "favorite places" of homerun come ever more "network", "home", "trash" and "computer" folders. Any possibility to solve? (Sorry, my english is very poorly!)
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Aleh Volchak and Iulia Kazulina Apply to Prosecutor's Office Concerning Beating of Aliaksandr Kazulin
Source: www.charter97.org
It is to be mentioned that 2 March 2006 at 9 a.m. the candidate to the presidency of Belarus Kazulin accompanied by his proxies arrived to the Palace of Culture and Sports of the Railway Workers to register his participation in the Third Pan-Belarusian Meeting. But neither he nor his proxies managed to register because they were attacked by a guard in the uniform and civil attire. Aliaksandr Kazulin was beaten personally by the commander of special regiment of the internal forces Zmitser Paulichenka suspected by the world public in kidnapping and killing of the leaders of the Belarusian opposition and a journalist.


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This is a picture of energy. You may ask what I mean. But in the light of the junior energy ministers ridiculous outburst against wind power yesterday. I feel I must comment.
We are in the middle of an economic crisis. Only today Michael Hesletine has been conscripted in to advise the government on kick-starting the economy.
Somebody should tell them that one issue which is worrying business and domestic consumers alike, is the cost of energy.
One way to reduce our energy costs is to rely more fully on the free energy that our weather systems and particularly wind power provides.
A few years ago 40% of our energy was going to come from wind power by 2020. Now it looks as if some parts of government are going to start siding with the Nimby's who don't want wind turbines on land, which is about the cheapest type of power we can get.
I can't see what all the fuss is about. Spain, Netherlands and Denmark already use wind power, in the landscape. I think there is something very grand about seeing large turbines striding across the countryside.
What really gets my goat, is that those people who oppose turbines tend to be the ones who make their coffee by using complex machinery, use an electric pepper grinder, leave every light on in the house and the heater blasting away, even when they go out!
Please can articles about energy remind those ostriches that the wind debate is not about landscape, it is about survival.


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DENVER -- In HIV-positive men, those who were prescribed erectile dysfunction meds were also more likely to have had syphilis, a researcher reported.
In a cross-sectional analysis of medical records, 8.7% of men had a history of syphilis and 15% had at least one prescription for an erectile dysfunction drug, according to Nimish Patel, PharmD, of the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, in Albany, N.Y.
In a multivariate analysis, using such drugs was the only independent risk factor for a history of syphilis, Patel said here at the annual Interscience Conference on Anti-Microbial Agents and Chemotherapy.
But, he told MedPage Today, the association doesn't prove that one led to the other. In particular, he said, it was impossible in many cases even to tell if the diagnosis of syphilis came before or after the prescription. Also, it's possible that the use of erectile dysfunction drugs is a marker for some other risk factor for syphilis.
But the finding suggests that doctors prescribing drugs for erectile dysfunction to HIV-positive men should at least have a discussion about the need for safer sex, Patel said.
The need for help with erection is a "common complaint" among HIV-positive men, especially as they age, commented Jean-Michel Molina, MD, of Saint-Louis Hospital in Paris, who was not involved with the research but who moderated a session at which it was presented.
But it would be interesting to know more about the demographics of the study population, and especially how many are men who have sex with men (MSM), he told MedPage Today.
"Syphilis is really prevalent among MSM and I would suspect most of the cases were seen among MSM," he said, although Patel's data did not include the sexual orientation of the patients.
The findings are also a "signal to HIV doctors that we should not care so much about opportunistic infections any more ... but we should probably care more about (sexually transmitted diseases) than we did in the past."
Patel and colleagues studied records of 872 men from a single HIV clinic from 2007 through 2012, hoping to quantify the rate of syphilis and to see if erectile dysfunction drugs are associated with the disease.
All told, 76 men had a history of syphilis and 131 had been given erectile dysfunction drugs, including sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), and vardenafil (Levitra).
In bivariate analyses, he reported, men getting the drugs were older and had higher rates of hypertension, diabetes, and dyslipidemia, factors that might help account for their erectile problems.
The prevalence of syphilis among men getting the drugs was 13.7%, compared with 7.8% among nonusers, he reported.
In a multivariate analysis, adjusted for age and recreational drug use, those proportions yielded an odds ratio of 1.98 (95% CI 1.11-3.55, P=0.02).
Nimish cautioned that the findings likely underestimate the use of erectile dysfunction drugs, since many men acquire them for recreational use through other means than their HIV care provider. He also noted that there is likely a range of confounding factors that were not measured.
The sudy had no external support and the authors reported no disclosures.
Molina reported financial links with Janssen, ViiV Healthcare, Gilead Sciences, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and Merck, Sharp & Dohme.
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Interscience Conference on Anti-Microbial Agents and ChemotherapySource Reference: Patel N, et al "Association between use of erectile dysfunction drugs and syphilis among HIV-infected men" ICAAC 2013; Abstract H-1265.


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Barnsley man Liam Naylor, 23, charged with murder of Doreen Walker
A man has been charged with murder after the discovery of a 75-year-old woman's body at a house in Barnsley.
South Yorkshire Police said Doreen Walker was found at a property on Birkwood Avenue, Cudworth, at 17:35 BST on Wednesday.
Liam Naylor, 23, of Junction Street, Barnsley, was remanded in custody until 17 April by magistrates in Barnsley.
A 17-year-old girl who was arrested has been bailed by police as inquiries continue.
Mrs Walker had suffered multiple injuries, a post-mortem examination had found.