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Floodwaters rise across the Horn of Africa
International | Heavy rains and mudslides are destroying areas already battling other crises
When flash floods rushed through the small East African nation of Djibouti last week, authorities said the influx of water brought the equivalent of two years' worth of rainfall in a single day. At least nine people died, and the flooding affected up to 250,000 people nationwide.
China retaliates against U.S. support for protesters
China will suspend U.S. Navy stops in Hong Kong and sanction several U.S.-based rights groups, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said on Monday. Last week, President Donald Trump signed two laws sanctioning Hong Kong and Chinese officials for cracking down on pro-democracy protesters in the semi-autonomous territory. Hua warned of "further necessary actions" if the United States doesn't change course.
Hong Kong protesters welcome U.S. legislation
Thousands of protesters in Hong Kong waved American flags during a rally on Thursday. President Donald Trump signed two laws that will sanction Hong Kong and Chinese officials for human rights violations and ban exports on munitions to the territory.
Pro-democracy election
Hong Kong | Voters turned out in record numbers and brought major gains for pro-democracy parties in Hong Kong's local elections
On Sunday morning before church, Pastor Youngman Chan arrived at his local polling station—a Catholic elementary school in Kowloon—surprised to find a long line snaking down the block. Last year, he was able to walk right into the building, but now he had to wait 45 minutes in order to cast his vote for the local district council elections.
Report: China tracked Uighurs, locked them in camps
China prepared a manual for how to secretly run the Xinjiang reeducation camps for religious and ethnic minorities and prevent escapes, according to a new report. The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists published classified documents on Sunday revealing how the Chinese government used artificial intelligence to track the Uighurs and other Muslim minorities and carry out indoctrination inside the camps since 2017.
Pro-democracy candidates win big in Hong Kong
Hong Kong residents chanted, "Liberate Hong Kong, revolution now," as results from local elections came in on Sunday. Pro-democracy opposition candidates won a landslide victory, gaining control of 17 of 18 district councils and winning nearly 90 percent of the 452 seats. An unprecedented 71 percent of 4.1 million voters in the semi-autonomous Chinese territory participated, compared to 47 percent in the last local election.
A 'democratic tsunami'
International | Hong Kong's election results put pressure on the pro-China government
Mindy Belz | 11/25/19, 10:26 am
HONG KONG: Pro-democracy candidates swept Hong Kong district council elections over the weekend, a "democratic tsunami" pressuring the territory's Beijing-backed government to bow to demands for greater freedoms.
Hong Kong prepares for election
Authorities in Hong Kong reimposed a mask ban on Friday and prepared to deploy police officers to polling stations for this weekend's district council elections. The territory's High Court, which struck down the ban as unconstitutional this week, allowed the temporary restrictions due to "the highly exceptional circumstances that Hong Kong is currently facing." Voters will select officers for the 452 seats in the semi-autonomous territory's 18 district councils.
U.S. passes Hong Kong rights bill
China on Wednesday threatened "strong countermeasures" after the U.S. Senate unanimously approved a bill the day before to protect human rights in Hong Kong. The bill will now go to the U.S. House of Representatives, which passed similar legislation last month. If approved, the measure will impose sanctions on Chinese and Hong Kong officials responsible for rights abuses and require an annual review of the semi-autonomous territory's trade status with the United States.
Bolivia crisis deepens
International | Opposition grows against interim leader
Bolivia has joined the list of nations around the globe dealing with ongoing battles between protesters and police. But unlike demonstrators who want to depose unpopular leaders in Haiti, Hong Kong, Iraq, and other places, Bolivian protesters want to bring back exiled President Evo Morales.
Morales, who served as president for 14 years, was the country's first indigenous leader. A former coca farmer, he increased representation for the minority group to which he belonged. The nation's economy also grew under his leadership.


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National Martyrs Memorial Hussainiwala depicts an irrepressible revolutionary spirit of three National Martyrs namely S Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev who lit eternal flame of liberty by smilingly embracing martyrdom for the motherland. S Bhagat Singh and BK Dutt threw a Bomb in the Central Assembly hall New Delhi on April, 8 1929 to record their protest against the British rule in India. He and his two brave comrades Rajguru and Sukhdev were tried for shooting a British Police Officer Mr Saundras on the 17th December, 1928 These three revolutionaries were awarded death sentence. Following a hasty trial of the Lahore conspiracy case they were executed a day earlier than the hanging scheduled in the Central Jail Lahore at 7.15 PM on March 23,1931 The entire of Lahore was in the grip of National fervor and there were apprehensions of revolt. The Jail authorities broke the back wal of the Jail and secretly brought the dead bodies of S Bhaghat Singh and comrades here, on this spot at the bank of the river Sutlej for an unceremonial cremation. Mr B K Dutt died in Delhi on 19th July 1965 and as per his last will he was also cremated here.
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My friends, you were chosen to be free. So don't use your freedom as an excuse to do anything you want. Use it as an opportunity to serve each other with love.
During Teacher Appreciation Week, our school puts banners up throughout the school with enlarged pictures of every staff member on them. In looking around at all of the banners, I didn't see my picture. The idea that I wasn't on any of the banners only surprised me in that my principal is very dedicated to making all of the staff feel valued and respected. When I mentioned to a friend that I wasn't on any of the banners she said to me, "Yes you are. You're right over here." Leading me over to where my picture was, my jaw dropped. I didn't recognize myself at all!!
Yet my picture was taken pre weight loss–hence the non-recognition of myself on my part!! The thought struck me that sometimes, in order to get back to who God intended us to be, we need to go through a period of purging.
There are several definitions of the word purge. If you're looking for a laugh, check out the definition at the Urban Dictionary!! For my purpose, the best definition of the word purge is: "to rid, clear or free from"… It is the complete and total opposite of gorging, which we in America have created a lifestyle out of. Most of us are pretty good at gorging ourselves, whether it be on food, entertainment, gossip, activities, technology, etc….
The problem is that when we continue to put all of this extra stuff in, we lose sight of who God has called us to be. We become defined by our career, our kids, our activities, our dress sizes, our economic status and fill our days trying to maintain and add to all of these things. Well, most of us probably aren't intentionally trying to add to our dress sizes! But the point is, the more we fill our lives with the excesses of our culture, the less room we have for God to live and dwell within us.
Hence, the need to purge, to rid, clear and free ourselves from those things in our lives that pull us away from being the person God created us to be and to refocus our time and energy on those tasks God has called us to do. Sometimes, we need to downsize. We need to take a moment to reflect and take stock of our surroundings. We need to look at where our time, our talents, our resources, and our focus is going and determine whether or not the paths we are pursuing are the ones God has asked us to follow.
In my life, my weight loss has been the impetus for a season of purging in my life. I've felt as if I've woken up to my life again. I'm reclaiming the dreams and goals that God has planted in my heart. And in order to follow them, I need to give some other things up. I need to make time and space in my life to do what God has called me to do.
When we take the time to purge/clear/free ourselves from the things that hold us back from God, we give God room to create. As the apostle Paul writes….
Confession 278: When You Face an "Epic Fail"


As a compulsive list-maker, I have a list for pretty much everything – a list of books I've been meaning to read, a list of things I need to fix around the house, a list of things I want to do with my summer, and a list of terrible puns I can use for blog post titles.
My favourite list, though, is all of the unforgettable foods I want to re-create in my own kitchen, mostly because I can't afford the plane ticket (or in some cases, the time machine) to go back to the place I first tried them every time I have a craving.
These biscuits have been at the top of the list for a very, very long time. I first had them at a little café in Mahone Bay, an adorable little town in Nova Scotia that's a perfect stopover when you're driving from Halifax to Peggy's Cove.
The food at this little café was lovely, but the real star of the show was the basket of freshly-baked cheddar black pepper biscuits they'd bring out instead of the usual bread basket. The biscuits were soft and pillowy, and generously flavoured with loads of cheddar and black pepper. It was worth the drive just to get a basket of those biscuits.
The same summer that I first discovered the little café in Mahone Bay and their delicious biscuits, I also discovered the Cows ice cream shop that sits on a pier in the Halifax harbour. I may or may not have sacrificed a chunk of my paycheque and my waistline to their chocolate cheesecake ice cream.
I'm pleased to report that Cows' cheese is as delicious as their ice cream, if not more.
Avonlea is a traditional English-style cheddar that's made with unpasteurized cows' milk from local farms. Each wheel is wrapped in cloth and aged for at least a year in the creamery's caves. It's sharp and crumbly, like a proper cheddar should be, with a well-rounded creamy flavour.
I'm also pleased to report these biscuits are every bit as tasty as the ones I remember from the café. They're just as pillowy, tender and golden-brown, and loaded with savoury cheddar and black pepper.
Obviously, these biscuits are perfectly delicious on their own, freshly baked and still warm from the oven. But if you really want to up your game, they're even better as the base for a savoury breakfast sandwich stuffed with bacon, egg, and (obviously) sliced Avonlea cheddar.
And best of all, you don't even have to hop in a car and drive all the way to Mahone Bay to satisfy your craving.
These savoury breakfast sandwiches will have you swearing off the coffee shop version forever. Prefer to keep it simple? Skip the fillings and enjoy the perfectly golden and fluffy cheddar and black pepper biscuits on their own!
Preheat oven 425F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, pepper, and salt. Using a pastry cutter or two sharp knives, cut in the butter until the mixture is coarse and crumbly. Add the cheese, mixing until well combined.
In a second small bowl, whisk together the milk and yogurt. Add to the dry ingredients, and stir until just barely combined, stopping as soon as the last few floury streaks are incorporated.
Spoon 8 large dollops of batter onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter.
Bake in preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until tops are golden brown. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool for another 10 minutes.
Once the biscuits are cool enough to handle but still a little warm, carefully slice each one in half using a serrated knife. Starting with the bottom half of each biscuit, layer on two half-slices of bacon, an egg, and a few slices of cheddar. Top with the top half of the biscuit and serve immediately.
I'm going to make some of these for Thomas to take to work in the mornings.
I am constantly making lists too lol this looks so yummy!
These would make amazing breakfast sandwiches! I pinned this so I can go back and make these soon.
That is one gorgeous breakfast sandwich!
I have a feeling the addition of cracked pepper really elevates this recipe. My family loves biscuits and these look scrumptious.
As the child of a dairy farmer, I am pretty sure my family owned pretty much every t-shirt made by cows creamery. They had a variety of "punny" shirts featuring dairy cows. True story.
But these biscuits look delicious! As a self-professed pepper addict I can't wait to try!
I've really been enjoying these dairy features – and this one in particular! I love a good cheddar, and this brings back some wonderful memories of the Maritimes for me too. I was a teenager the last time I was in that part of the country, but I too have some wonderful Cows Creamery memories. The scone itself looks spectacular (I didn't know you could make them with yogurt – very cool), and the flavours are totally on point. Wonderful stuff!
These breakfast biscuits look both delicious and delightful! It always tastes better when we make our own! I will be making these for hubby and I this weekend, for sure!


Anyone even mildly familiar with bread and the science of bread baking would probably take one look at the title of this article and assume that I had lost more than a few of my marbles.
"Sourdough in three hours?! Nope. Can't be done," they would boldly exclaim. To a certain extent, they are right. A true sourdough cannot be rushed, accelerated, or otherwise prodded along; you could, of course, go out and purchase a sourdough starter, but where's the challenge in that?
For the uninitiated, the big divider between an average loaf of bread you can slap together in around three hours and a sourdough lies in a simple mixture of flour and water. This "starter" is allowed to sit out for weeks, months, even years on end, and as it lies around, it creates a home for wild yeast. As time passes, these feisty yeast cultures produce carbon dioxide and alcohol, which impart distinct sour flavor into what was at first a flavorless blob of dough.
So how do we shortcut such an excruciatingly long process into a few hours? Quite simply, you don't. Science does not enjoy being cheated, so we'll still give our bread rise using the power of yeast, but look elsewhere for that distinct sour flavor. This month, we're staring a seemingly impossible task in the face to create: the three-hour sourdough.
A few weeks ago in my breads class at Le Cordon Bleu, our chef challenged us to create our own original breads (okay, it was actually an exam, but I totally took it as a challenge). Only a few parameters were put in place: it couldn't be too heavily enriched with things like eggs and butter, and had to maintain a fairly basic shape. Other than that, we had a good deal of freedom.
As always, finding inspiration was as easy as cracking open the fridge to see what was sitting around. It just so happened that I had prepped one of my favorite snacks the day before: pickled sweet onions in apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and low-country blackening spice. My plan for them was fairly simple: in a bread that only contained flour, water, yeast, and salt, I would replace a portion of the water with my intensely flavored pickling liquid (as well as add the onions) to up the flavor of the dough.
So, dutifully following bread baking procedure, I whipped together my recipe with that slight amendment and handed the result to my chef. When he sliced into my loaf, he revealed a dense, under-cooked dough; horrified, I couldn't help but wonder what could have gone wrong.
As it turns out, I hadn't accounted for the harsh conditions that acid creates for yeast. In addition to weakening the gluten structure, acid inhibits the yeast's ability to produce essential gases and alcohol that give bread its rise and flavor. Because of this, a dough has a ceiling to the amount of acid it can handle, and will need almost double the amount of time to rise (which I hadn't counted on).
Aside from the doughy, raw nature of my failed loaf, it did have a pleasant sour hint to it. So was there anything I could do to this recipe to develop that sour character while still making a well-made bread? It was time to hit the kitchen and find out.
Earlier in this article, I knocked a little bit on purchasing a pre-grown sourdough starter. There is absolutely nothing wrong with doing this, as it is a guaranteed route to great flavor; the only problem is that you are essentially growing a live yeast culture that demands constant, daily care. Perhaps not the best route fora casual home cook. Travis suggested something much more low-maintenance: simply take already a baked sourdough loaf (especially a staled one that would otherwise be tossed), and soak a portion of it in the water called for in the recipe.
Such an idea stems from the classic French "old dough" technique, in which an older portion of unbaked dough is added to a recipe. With the older dough that's already been fermented it automatically boosts the flavor of the new dough that it is added to. The yeast in a baked loaf of sourdough has dies in the high heat of an oven, but the goal is to carry the sour flavor from the baked loaf to the one being mixed, not the yeast.
What resulted was pleasing, if not ideal; tasters could not identify any carryover in sourness, but using the old, well-developed bread bolstered the flavor profile of an otherwise basic bread recipe. But was it so drastic a change that it will forever change the way you bake bread? Probably not. On to the next idea, then.
When we think about acids in cooking, we tend to work with two major categories: acetic and lactic. To over simplify it, acetic acids are the harsher type that we find in such products as vinegar, while lactic acids are the gentler ones that give a slight tang to some of our favorite dairy products.
One of the main contributors of flavor within a developed sourdough is lactic acid, so Travis suggested using whey protein runoff from a dairy product like yogurt. Using this alone, or even in conjunction with the harsher pickling liquid, would in theory contribute a tangy note to the bread, without being so acidulated that the bread couldn't form. Taking time to hang the yogurt would push me outside of my three-hour window, but at this point I was hungry for results. One container of yogurt, some cheesecloth, and a little time later, I had accumulated more than enough whey to give this interesting idea a go.
Fortunately and unfortunately, the bread did form nicely, but without any pronounced sour flavor. I had a nice loaf of sandwich bread, but sourdough this was not.
Several loaves of bread and zero satisfying results later, frustration was setting in. What had been the difference between my raw and sour dough and the well-baked but neutrally flavored breads I produced? Surely there was a middle ground somewhere that I could hit.
After some deep thought, it occurred to me that the problem with my original underdone batch of bread might have been the pickled onions. I had calculated the maximum amount of pickling liquid I could add to the recipe, but wasn't taking into account the liquid that the onions held onto after coming out of the jar. This small amount of extra acidic liquid was a likely candidate in the downfall of my bread.
So I would bank everything on two last batches: both would have high (but not the maximum) levels of acid, and one would contain onions, but pickled in the exact amount of liquid the recipe called for. Finally! A positive result emerged, and I was so happy I could have (and maybe did) kiss the damn things.
Both fully-baked loaves did indeed produce a slight twang, but it was undeniable in a taste test that the loaf with the pickled onions exhibited concentrated blasts of tangy brightness. As an added bonus, the acid creates a looser "crumb" on the bread, helping the inside look less like a plain Jane sandwich bread and more like the artisanal sourdough it aspires to be.
I wouldn't say that it matches the flavor profile of a sourdough whose starter has had years to develop, but it is on par with one given a few weeks to grow. Not bad!
I realize that a lot of people would rather run to their local bakery and grab a loaf, but bread baking is a relatively simple and rewarding process that I encourage anyone to try. As usual, I'll leave you with the recipe, as well as a few general bread-making tips for the home cook who still feels a bit shy about the process.
Ingredients in a bread recipe are meticulously measured to produce exacting results. My recipe happens to translate fairly well to cups and measuring spoons, but this is rarely the case, and can really throw off your bread consistency.
Also known as bread machine yeast, instant yeast can be mixed directly into your dry ingredients without being dissolved in water first like active dry yeast. It will shave about five minutes off of your cook time, which is invaluable if you are doing large-batch baking.
A large portion of your bake time in breads comes in two large chunks of time in which you have to allow the yeast to feed on the starches and sugars in a dough to produce gases. One of these byproducts is carbon dioxide, which does contribute to a dough's rise as it expands, but actually prevents further yeast activity.
A common technique for regulating this CO2 development is to "punch" or press the gases from the dough. Rather than completely deflating the dough, fold it onto itself by gently lifting it from one end and pulling the dough up and over. Doing so will maximize rise and flavor, which is particularly useful when making a dough such as the Three-Hour Sourdough, which needs as much help as it can get.
No Proofing Box? No problem.
Professional bakers use large, temperature-controlled boxes to create a warm, moist environment that yeast loves, and causes breads to rise faster, thus shaving more time off the cooking process. Home chefs try to recreate this using a low oven and a pan of hot water, but here's what I propose: fill a coffee mug halfway with water, microwave it to near boiling (about a minute should do), then place your covered bread in the now warm, moist "proofing box." Boom.
A few last tips for finishing your bread. Simple French breads such as the one in this article are in part characterized by a crisp, golden crust. Professional bakers achieve this by having hot steam-injected ovens. Recreate this effect by leaving an empty baking sheet on the bottom rack of the oven while it preheats. By the time your bread goes in, a little water poured onto the hot sheet pan will create billows of steam to crisp up your bread's crust and give it deep, golden brown color.
1. Preheat the oven to 500 degrees. Place an empty baking sheet onto the bottom rack of the oven.
2. Mix together the flour, salt, and yeast in a medium bowl. Add the pickled onions, pickling liquid, and water. Stir with a wooden spoon until combined.
3. Once the dough has absorbed the liquid, turn the dough out onto a floured work surface and knead until smooth, about 8-10 minutes.
4. Place the kneaded dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm, moist environment for an hour, folding the dough after 30 minutes.
5. Fold the dough once more, shape into a round, and place on a cutting board generously dusted with cornmeal. Cover with a damp towel and let rise for one hour.
6. Uncover the dough, brush with a small amount of water, and sprinkle with black sea salt and a bit of flour. Using the blade of a sharp paring knife, score an "x" in the top of the loaf.
7. Immediately place the scored loaf directly onto a preheated pizza stone or onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and place in the oven. Carefully pour a small amount of water onto the empty baking sheet, and immediately close the oven door.
8. Allow the loaf until deep golden brown, about 18-20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool on a rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing it open. Serve with bacon butter.
1. Combine ingredients in a Ziploc bag, close tightly, and allow to sit in the refrigerator for at least one hour, or up to two weeks.
1. Place bacon strips in an even layer in an unheated sauté pan. Cook over medium low heat until bacon is crispy on one side, about 8-10 minutes. Flip and allow to crisp on the other side.
2. Drain cooked bacon on a paper towel-line plate. Once cooled, crumble into pieces and mix in a small bowl with the softened butter. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for later use.


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St Louis, MO – Glenn Holmes Injured in Truck Crash on I-44 near Hampton Ave
Published December 8, 2021 By Peterson & Associates, P.C.
St Louis, MO (December 8, 2021) – A crash reported in St Louis City left one man with moderate injuries, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. At around 12:39 p.m., on December 6, calls for assistance came in surrounding an automobile accident on Interstate 44.
Reports from MSHP Trooper N Stevens show that a 2021 International Harvester HV507 was stationary in lane four of westbound Interstate 44 with emergency equipment activated. For unknown reasons, the driver of a 2007 Chevrolet Uplander failed to yield to the emergency vehicle. As a result, the vehicle struck the towed unit of the International truck.
The driver of the International, 64-year-old Glenn Holmes, sustained moderate injuries in the accident. He was transported to Barnes Jewish Hospital for care.
Our thoughts are with Glenn Holmes at this time. We hope for his full recovery.
We see tens of thousands of victims injured in motor vehicle collisions across the state of Missouri due to the negligence of other drivers. In many cases, victims are left with painful injuries from crashes caused by distracted drivers, drunk drivers, and those who choose to engage in reckless driving actions. These and other negligent actions leave countless innocent parties with broken bones, spinal cord injuries, internal organ damage, and other injuries that demand both immediate and long-term medical care.
People who are injured in accidents often deal with an array of challenges moving forward. Not only do are most victims left to deal with pain and suffering, but the financial consequences of accidents can be crippling for both victims and their families. People involved in collisions are often forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars on medical treatment and vehicle repairs while going without wages from work.
Many victims require hospitalization and have to spend weeks or even months off work as they go through therapy and transition back into their normal routine. Regrettably, many victims never recover from their injuries and are left permanently disabled and out of work. When victims are injured in accidents as a result of other drivers, it is important that they seek the legal guidance of a St Louis car accident attorney as soon as possible.
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We at Peterson & Associates, P.C. have extensive experience helping injured victims hold wrongdoers accountable for their actions. Our skilled and fearless personal injury attorneys in St Louis are dedicated to helping our clients maximize their recoveries after being hurt in car crashes caused by negligent drivers. Our team works to educate victims on their legal rights and help guide them toward getting the maximum amount of compensation available for medical costs, lost wages, vehicle repairs, and more.
If you have been harmed in a motor vehicle crash, contact our personal injury attorneys in Missouri as soon as possible. By calling 1 (816) 683-3278 you can schedule a free case evaluation at your earliest convenience with our team to explore the legal options available to help you recover.


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The Beginner's Guide to Succeeding at Entrepreneurship
When you have zero experience, zero credentials and zero skills, it's tempting not to try. Do it anyway. You still can win big.
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Raj Jana
Show Host at Stay Grounded
When you have zero experience, zero credentials, and zero skills, it's tempting not to try. Your head fills with a million and one reasons why you should stay where you are -- focused on what you know.
The trouble is the voice in your head that wants to try anyway. You've always wanted to start a business, but you don't know how. You have a bucket list of ideas, but they feel out of reach. You want to get into shape, but your past says you can't.
Here's the truth: You can be a complete beginner and still win big.
Sometimes knowing nothing is an advantage because it inspires you to approach everything with an open mind. When you challenge yourself to grow through action, odds are you'll find a way that works. This is how I went from:
Working as a petroleum engineer to transforming my side hustle into a successful seven-figure company in a market I knew nothing about.
Being clueless about stand-up comedy to getting roaring applause on one of the most prestigious comedy stages on Broadway.
Creating zero podcasts to 50+ episodes and tens of thousands of downloads in 12 months -- with no prior audience.
Achieve something you didn't believe possible, and you'll destroy the artificial limits you've placed on yourself. Best of all, it's not as hard as you think. Here are five essentials that will help you achieve anything, even if you're starting from scratch.
1. Don't judge your starting point.
I began my motivational podcast in December 2017. I looked to established podcasts for inspiration and instead came way feeling incapable. Everyone was so much better and further ahead than I was. It sent my "fear voice" into overdrive. Was it worth the hassle? Could I do it? Would people judge me for starting small?
Compare yourself with people miles ahead of you, and you'll always feel inadequate. Everyone starts somewhere. It's much better to assess your progress by how far you've come rather than how far you need to go.
If I hadn't started anyway, I wouldn't be where I am today -- looking back and feeling proud of what the podcast has achieved, where it's going and the millions of lives it'll impact.
All growth happens outside your comfort zone. If you try only the things you're confident you can do, you'll never realize how incredibly talented and resourceful you really are.
Related: When Is the Best Time to Make the Leap from Your Day Job to Entrepreneur?
2. Commit to consistent action.
Passion fuels the start of any new project. When that initial excitement evaporates, fear of mistakes, inevitable roadblocks and self-doubt creep in to hold you back. Counter these challenges by committing to consistent action.
You must fall in love with the work, not the end result. Although sprints of work can accomplish goals, they don't create ongoing momentum. It's much more effective to set up systems and processes that force you to implement your action plan daily. That way you can leverage the compound interest on continuous improvement.
I set out with a target of one podcast episode a week. To help keep myself accountable, I told my listeners. Then I sorted things behind the scenes to make that schedule stick. I knew a chain of action would be harder to break. Before I knew it, one episode grew to 10, then 25, then 50 and beyond.
The same method works for any venture. Want to get better at cold-calling? Commit to five calls every day. Want to become more flexible? Stretch daily. Want to start a business? Set aside time to work on it every day.
Time will give you everything you want, but you must be willing to commit to the long game.
Related: Vegan Celebrity Chef Chloe Coscarelli Says Entrepreneurs Should Push for Change Even When No One Believes in Them
3. Focus on being better tomorrow than you are today.
There's no such thing as an overnight success. Big accomplishments result from intentional action. You can't rush or shortcut the project.
Growth is gradual, building on itself. Focus on 1 percent improvement every day, and a visible transformation will develop over time. You'll refine your approach and get more efficient until a 1 percent improvement is roughly equal to the improvement you experienced over the entire previous week. What's more, because you've built a habit, growth doesn't stop.
A daily reflection was key to maintaining my consistency. This practice helped me consolidate my wins and pull out the micro lessons that inspired each tomorrow's growth. I learned to focus on the feedback that matters and ignore the feedback that doesn't.
You can, too.
Related: 8 Ways Focusing on Improvement Will Pull Us Out of Any Failure
4. Fail as fast as you can.
If you don't know what you're doing, it's inevitable that you'll get some things wrong. You've simply got to change your mindset around failure.
People generally aren't scared to fail. They're afraid others will see them do it. Making mistakes is a huge part of growing and learning. Getting it wrong never feels good, but you can grab on to the opportunity to learn. You'll grow more quickly because you'll start making better mistakes. The faster you fall, the quicker you rise.
Relish the roadblocks and challenges. Be ready for things to get in your way when you're walking the harder path, and expect yourself to get through it. Success follows when you fight perfectionism with action in the spirit of learning, growing and becoming the best version of yourself.
In "Principles: Life and Work," hedge-fund founder and bestselling author Ray Dalio offers a compelling vision of that mindset: "It seems to me that if you look back on yourself a year ago and aren't shocked by how stupid you were, you haven't learned much."
Related: The Property Brothers Talk Entrepreneurship, Risk-Taking and the Value of Failure
5. Learn from people who've done what you want to do.
In today's world, you never have to start anything from scratch. There's an abundance of information out there. You don't have to go through anything with your eyes closed. Find people who are where you want to be, and follow their footsteps.
Invest in mentors (it's what prepared me to perform on Broadway in less than two months).
Invest in courses (it's how I built my business to seven figures in under a year).
Invest in books, events, seminars, and workshops (it's how I surrounded myself with success stories and ideas that helped me get where I am, a lot more quickly than I could've imagined).
Related: How to 10X Your Learning from Others' Experiences
Bonus tip: The sooner you start, the sooner you benefit.
The best time to start anything worth doing was 20 years ago. And the second-best time? It's right now.
It doesn't matter if you have zero experience. All that matters is you're willing to learn, make mistakes and put in the work needed to actualize whatever it is you want to start. Just take another step -- even if it's into the dark -- knowing you can figure it out.
I can't wait to see what you start.
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Clinton in emotional post-election speech: 'Coming here tonight wasn't the easiest'
Posted 3:36 am, November 17, 2016, by CNNwire
WASHINGTON — Hillary Clinton, in her first public speech since last week's crushing presidential loss, admitted making the appearance "wasn't the easiest."
But speaking at the Children's Defense Fund's "Beat The Odds" Gala on Wednesday night, Clinton emotionally reflected about the 2016 loss and how she wished she could tell her mother — who decades ago was abandoned as a child — that her struggles were worth it because of what her daughter had accomplished.
"I will admit, coming here tonight wasn't the easiest thing for me," Clinton said. "There have been a few times this past week where all I wanted to do was curl up with a good book and our dogs and never leave the house again."
But Clinton did not wallow in defeat during the speech, instead turned to what she will focus on going forward, and the impact her mother had on her life.
Dorothy Rodham was put on a train to California with her younger sister to live with her grandparents. Those grandparents abused the children, and Rodham moved back to her hometown of Chicago, Illinois, to establish her life.
On Wednesday, Clinton said she wished she could talk to her mother as she sat on that train to California.
"I dream of going up to her, and sitting next to her and taking her in my arms and saying, 'Look, look at me and listen. You will survive. You will have a family of your own: three children,'" Clinton said, choking up. "And as hard as it might be to imagine, your daughter will grow up to be a United States senator, represent our country as secretary of state, and win more than 62 million votes for president of the United States."
The speech was part reflection, part pledge to remain strong in the face of a Trump administration.
"We have work to do, and for the sake of our children and our families and our country, I ask you to stay engaged, stay engaged on every level," Clinton said. "We need you. America needs you, your energy, your ambition, your talent. That is how we get through this."
Clinton started her career as an intern at the organization, which advocates on behalf of kids. She also regularly spoke about the group on the trail. In the final weeks of the campaign, Clinton pledged to close her race against President-elect Donald Trump the way she started her career, by working on behalf of children and families.
Wednesday night's appearance was scheduled before her campaign ended, an aide said, adding that there "is no more fitting place for her first formal remarks following last week."
The Democratic Party is scrambling to finds its balance after last week's demoralizing loss and the prospect of at least four years with Trump in the White House.
Clinton is also looking to chart what she does now that her time in elected office likely over. Wednesday's speech was a signal that her focus will likely be children and families.
"There is a lot of work to do," Clinton said. "As long as any child in America lives in poverty, as long as any child in America lives in fear, as long as any child, not just here but in the world, faces these challenges, there is work to do."
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Cheney Says 'I'm Not Going Anywhere' After Announcing Impeachment Vote
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Wyoming U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney says she's "Not going anywhere" the day after she announced her plans to vote for President Trump's impeachment.
That's according to a CNN News report.
According to CNN, Cheney said that the impeachment vote is "a vote of conscience."
Still, the same report says, that hasn't stopped her colleagues from calling for her resignation.
On Tuesday, Cheney issued a statement in which she explicitly blamed Trump for inciting last week's mob that left multiple people dead, including a law enforcement officer.
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"This insurrection caused injury, death and destruction in the most sacred space in our Republic," Cheney wrote adding, "Much more will become clear in the coming days and weeks, but what we know now is enough.
"I will vote to impeach the president."
Cheney added that, "There has never been a greater betrayal by a President of the United States and his office and his oath to the constitution.
Cheney is the third-ranking Republican in the U.S. House of Representatives.
A vote is expected Wednesday afternoon.
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Freeload
byDaniel Skaggs
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Atari Harikari
4.0 out of 5 starsNational Geographic hasn't covered this story yet..agreed.
Oh wow so I'm glad you did it. Answered a few questions for me. I squatted and traveled from Dallas. So, seeing an honest unedited ( except for time probably) look into riding the rails both settled a few regrets and also made we wonder why I didn't think to do this doc. Honestly, this life style, if one doesn't isolate to much into the different squatter communities will give a person a lifetime of unforgettable memories and experiences. It doesn't have to be all railways..honestly, I hope this film let's ppl see that your life is your own. Your home is wherever you are or want it to be. Shatter the story of a typical day for a person and reveal that perhaps the not knowing part is the most fascinating and comfortable parts of the course. Which by the way takes place world wide. Often with the same kids and homies too.
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1.0 out of 5 starsdon't bother
bunch of kids who want to drink and have no responsibilities and turn that into something deep- but its not. Boring
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1.0 out of 5 starsI have every confidence...
... Daniel Skaggs intended to make a hobo documentary, and if in fact that is what he intended, he missed the mark. What I saw in this film was a collection of homeless criminals that just happen to stay one step ahead of the law by hopping trains leaving town. They appear to have no respect for anything or anyone up to and including themselves, showing their likely unwashed asses to passenger trains, peeing on most anything they can find, dumpster diving, begging at intersections then mocking the charitable souls that give them food and money and since this film was made some years ago, I have to wonder what became of them. It would seem to me a person would get too old for that life quickly. Actually, I believe that every adult is where they deserve to be, that we made the decisions that landed us where we are, so if they haven't already, they will run afoul of that observation. Life is hard, and it's really hard if you make bad decisions and/or poor choices. I hope the dog got away. It deserved better humans.
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S.A.H.
3.0 out of 5 starsIt left me with an odd question.
I don't think I've ever seen a class/poverty documentary in which all the subjects had such amazingly white and healthy looking teeth. It made me wonder how long and consistently they've really been living this way.
Pyropete
1.0 out of 5 starsThey tell everyone else to "do something with your life."
They tell everyone else to "do something with your life." But aren't these the people that need to DO something? Bunch of drunks and druggies. Sure, that's a happy life lol. They have enough people to form a cooperative and live off the grid, which would really be awesome, but I guess actual farming for food and no electronics would kill these people. Also no handouts would kill these people too.. The sad part about this is that these people are not doing anything during the years they should be working and putting money towards a 401k or retirement. Before they know it they will be too old to get a job, and will not have any experience to boot. So either fast food or being a bum for the rest of their life. Most likely they will be in jail because of the drug habits. I bet their life is miserable constantly chasing the high and begging people when they are coming down. This cannot be good for them.
Edward H.
3.0 out of 5 starstitle fits
At least the title fits. I see complaints that this was not an insight into youth homelessness, but I don't think it was intended to be. "Freeload", as it's titled, is a glimpse at the life of a few exceptionally lazy (physically and mentally) and unapologetically freeloading your, who seem to otherwise be completely capable of taking care of themselves. Made me laugh more than anything else. Grown man , "Xmas", who tatttoo'ed his name on his brothers ass, returning to his family which he abandoned, and stating that he "misses throwing rocks at things".. lol It's a reality version of Dumb and Dumber mashed up with Trailer Park Boys.
Lust4life456
4.0 out of 5 starsInteresting inside look at homeless youth
You can see the kids all come from unstable homes and chose to run away and search for freedom from what they see as the cause of their pain and suffering. Basically good-hearted kids but misguided and without root. They aren't really free from much of anything but at least they got a good view of the US. They're young, though, and like one of them said about his friend probably won't live past 25. Some of them might settle down, so you never know. Definitely feel them on the search for a better life free of the boredom of "Babylon". Probably wouldn't give them any money. though. Lol. Interesting documentary and offers some decent insight in a short time.
5.0 out of 5 starsAn honest and endearing look at Lost Boys & Girls
I loved the grity truth, yes addiction and mental health succks. But these kids are hella endearing. They make good choices and bad choices and are part of a pretty cool brotherhood that lives by a code and takes care of everyone.
Stick around to the very end. I think the other reviewers didn't do that and missed a lot of the storylines.
I will be watching again!
1.0 out of 5 starsPointless
A reviewer said that the negative reviews must be people who don't stick around till the end. Well I did, & its pointless. I agree with the other negative reviews & only want to add that I its sad how unhappy & miserable these boys/girls are but its even sadder that they refuse to see it themselves when it was painfully clear to me. They wander around looking for something that they will never find out there.
Jason P
5.0 out of 5 starsWell Done
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I had the opportunity to meet the director of this film, Daniel Skaggs, while in Erie PA over this past summer. At the time he was filming his next film, "Skips Stones for Fudge." I walked off from our discussion interested, impressed and intrigued. It is a rare circumstance to meet someone like Dan and the passion and thoughtfulness he brings to his films. I was counting down the days to when Freeload was to be released. This film is nothing short of what I expected. This film leaves you with an understanding of a culture very few know about while instilling a curiosity that has led to me watching the film six times and wanting more. Dan has done an amazing job exploring and balancing the philosophical aspects of "freedom" with the gritty cold loneliness from which it is sometimes built.
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You have just graduated from college (congratulations!) and GRIM is your debut novel. When did you begin writing what would become GRIM, and how long did it take you to complete? Where did the inspiration for GRIM come from? I wrote the first line of Grim's prologue—"I love my youngest child more than the other two, and God bless them but they all know it."—about a year before I had any idea what story it might go to or who its speaker might be. It's probably not surprising that this line eventually set the tone for a novel that would explore the messiness and unspoken understandings involved in sibling relationships.
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The next day, he took the jar from the house and let the scorpion go. I see a lot of my brother in Megan, who carries a deep understanding of the world that many people around her don't realize. Shawn and Rebecca, in their own ways, have bits and pieces of both of us and of other sibling relationships I've watched over time. Rebecca, certainly, gets her big sister guilt and drive to protect from yours truly.
GRIM was first recognized through The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. What did that acknowledgment mean to you? Was it the first time you knew a career as a writer was possible? I've experienced very few moments in my life that have brought me to hand-over-mouth, throat-gone-dry silence. One occurred on a weekday evening after babysitting, when I learned that I'd won the novel division of the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. The other occurred on a weekday afternoon after Arabic class, when I received an offer from Scholastic for the publication of Grim. Both of these moments were hugely affirming for me as a writer, especially as one so young. Taking home the Scholastic Book Club packet and narrowing down the list of titles I could afford from the list of titles I wanted (Read: all of them) was a highlight of elementary school. I've always loved to write, and I've always hoped to be able to pursue a writing career, but to feel so much love from a publishing house I so respect has been overwhelming.
Truman Capote, Joyce Carol Oates, and Sylvia Plath are just some of the great writers who won a Scholastic Award before you. How did it feel to join that legacy? And what would you tell aspiring authors in high school today? When people talk about the legacy of the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards I feel humbled and try to take deep breaths and not be terrified. I know that I will never be Truman Capote. I know that only in my very oddest dreams could I ever be Joyce Carol Oates. The amazing thing about the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards is that they inspire teens to master form and technique and then push things further. Entrants are invited to not only tell their stories and the stories of those around them, but are encouraged to pursue new directions for painting, sculpting, and speaking the world. My advice to aspiring authors in high school would be to think of your favorite author, and then think of their favorite author. It's important for everyone to have role models, and just as important not to worry about becoming them yourself. Keep reading, keep writing, and always try to learn from your mistakes.
What are some of your favorite books? Do you have any favorite authors or genres? Top genres would be YA (of course!), literary fiction, "the classics," and the great standby, Fantasy.
Anna Waggener was born in Thailand and has spent many summers eating ripe-to-bursting mangoes. At college in Minnesota she spends her winters buried under the snow, studying English and human rights, and writing. She was the 2008 winner of the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards novel writing category, and Grim is her first novel. Visit her online at http://www.annawaggener.com/.
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Ma Thudamasari () is a 1994 Burmese drama film, directed by Kyi Soe Tun starring Kyaw Ye Aung, Moht Moht Myint Aung, Zaw Lin, Myint Myint Khine, San San Aye and Khin Soe Paing. It was based on the popular novel Ma Thudamasari written by Moe Moe (Inya).

Cast
Moht Moht Myint Aung as Ma Thudamasari, Thein Mya
Myint Myint Khine as Ngwe Hmone, mother of Ma Thudamasari
Zaw Lin as Thaung Phay
Kyaw Ye Aung as Hla Khine
San San Aye as Shwe Hmone, aunt of Ma Thudamasari
Khin Soe Paing as Htway Sein

Awards

References

1994 films
1990s Burmese-language films
Burmese drama films
Films shot in Myanmar
1994 drama films

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1Up Travel > Armenia > Travel Warning & Consular Information Sheet.
COUNTRY DESCRIPTION: Armenia, located in the southern Caucasus Mountains, is the smallest of the former Soviet republics. It is a nation still emerging from its Soviet past. Armenia's borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan are closed due to the dispute over the status of the Nagorno-Karabakh region of Azerbaijan. Long transportation routes and economic difficulties limit the availability of imported goods, though the extreme shortages of the early- and mid-1990s have eased significantly. Tourist facilities, especially outside of Yerevan, the capital, are not highly developed, and many of the goods and services taken for granted in other countries may be difficult to obtain. Travelers frequently experience problems with local officials seeking bribes to perform basic duties.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Passport and visa required. For further information on entry requirements contact the Armenian Embassy at 2225 R St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20008 tel. (202) 319-1976; the Armenian Consulate General in Los Angeles at 50 N. La Cienega Blvd., Suite 210, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, tel. (310) 657-6102 or visit the Armenian Embassy's website at http://www.armeniaemb.org.
DUAL NATIONALITY: In addition to being subject to all Armenian laws affecting U.S. citizens, dual nationals may also be subject to other laws that impose special obligations on Armenian citizens. For additional information, see the Consular Affairs home page on the Internet at http://travel.state.gov for our Dual Nationality flyer.
SAFETY AND SECURITY: Security personnel may at times place foreign visitors under surveillance. Hotel rooms, telephones and fax machines may be monitored, and personal possessions in hotel rooms may be searched. Taking photographs of anything that could be perceived as being of national security interest may result in problems with authorities.
Since 1988, armed conflict has taken place in and around the self-proclaimed "Republic of Nagorno-Karabakh," a breakaway autonomous republic of Azerbaijan. A cease-fire has been in effect since May 1994, although there have been some reports of minor violations. Travelers should exercise caution near the Armenia-Azerbaijan border and consult the Consular Information Sheet for Azerbaijan if considering travel to Nagorno-Karabakh from Armenian territory. Armenia's land borders with Turkey, Azerbaijan, and the Nakhichevan Autonomous Republic of Azerbaijan remain closed and continue to be patrolled by armed troops who stop all persons attempting to cross. There are still land mines in numerous areas in and near the conflict zones.
CRIME: Armenia has a low rate of violent crime, but common street crime has increased, especially at night. Generally incidents are limited to pickpocketing and other petty thefts. However, expatriates have been victims of several attacks involving knives in the last year. Robberies on board train service to Georgia are a problem. The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to the local police and the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. The Department of State's pamphlet A Safe Trip Abroad provides useful information on guarding valuables and protecting personal security while traveling abroad. Additional information on the region can be found in the brochure Tips for Travelers to Russia and the Newly Independent States. Both publications are available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402, via the Internet at http://www.access.gpo.gov/su docs, or http://travel.state.gov.
MEDICAL FACILITIES: Though there are many competent physicians, medical care facilities in Armenia are limited, especially outside the major cities. The U.S. Embassy maintains a list of English speaking physicians in the area. There is a severe shortage of basic medical supplies, including disposable needles, anesthetics, and antibiotics. Elderly travelers and those with existing health problems may be at risk due to inadequate medical facilities.
TRAFFIC SAFETY AND ROAD CONDITIONS: While in a foreign country, U.S. citizens may encounter road conditions, which differ significantly from those in the United States. The information below concerning Armenia is provided for general reference only, and may not be totally accurate in a particular location or circumstance.
Travel in Armenia requires caution. Public transportation, while very inexpensive, may be unreliable and uncomfortable. Travel at night is not recommended and winter travel can be extremely hazardous in mountain areas and higher elevations.
With the exception of a few major arteries, primary roads are frequently in poor repair, with sporadic stretches of missing pavement and large potholes. Some roads shown as primary roads on maps are unpaved and can narrow to one lane in width, while some newer road connections have not yet been marked even on recently produced maps.
Secondary roads are normally in poor condition and are often unpaved and washed out in places. Street and road signs are poor to nonexistent. Truck traffic is not heavy except on the main road linking Yerevan to the Iranian border.
Though crime on the roads is rare, the police themselves often seek bribes at periodic checkpoints on main routes. Drivers in Armenia often take great risks, and traffic laws are frequently ignored. This problem is only slightly offset by the fact that congestion on city streets is light.
Furthermore, pedestrians are as prone to risky behavior as the drivers are. Travelers driving in towns at night should be especially cautious. In the cities, a pedestrian dressed all in black crossing an unlit street in the middle of the block is a common occurrence.
The quality of gasoline in Armenia ranges from good at some of the more reliable stations in cities to very poor. The gasoline and other fuels sold out of jars, barrels and trucks by independent roadside merchants should be considered very unreliable.
For additional general information about road safety, including links to foreign government sites, see the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs home page at http://travel.state.gov/road_safety.html. See also road safety information from other sources in Armenia (http://www.international.fhwa.dot.gov/links/intl.cfm).
AVIATION SAFETY OVERSIGHT: As there is no direct commercial air service by local carriers at present, or economic authority to operate such service, between the U.S. and Armenia, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has not assessed Armenia's Civil Aviation Authority for compliance with international aviation safety standards. For further information, travelers may contact the Department of Transportation within the U.S. at 1-800-322-7873, or visit the FAA's Internet website at http://www.faa.gov/avr/iasa.
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) separately assesses some foreign air carriers for suitability as official providers of air services. For information regarding the DOD policy on specific carriers, travelers may contact DOD at (618) 229-4801.
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS: Armenian customs authorities may enforce strict regulations concerning temporary importation into or export from Armenia of items such as firearms, pornographic materials, medication and communications equipment. For export of antiquities and other items, which could have historical value, such as paintings, carpets or other artisan goods, a special authorization is required in advance from the Armenian Ministry of Culture. It is advisable to contact the Embassy of Armenia in Washington or consulate in Los Angeles for specific information regarding customs requirements.
CRIMINAL PENATIES: While in a foreign country, a U.S. citizen is subject to that country's laws and regulations, which sometimes differ significantly from those in the United States and may not afford the protections available to the individual under U.S. law. Penalties for breaking the law can be more severe than in the United States for similar offenses. Person's violating Armenian laws, even unknowingly, may be expelled, arrested or imprisoned. Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Armenia are strict and convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines.
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES: Armenia remains largely a cash-only economy, and credit cards are accepted at some businesses, but not at hotels. Limited facilities exist for cashing traveler's checks and wiring money into the country. Dollars are readily exchanged at market rates.
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS: Armenia is an earthquake- and landslide-prone country. In addition to these natural disasters, the possibility of chlorine gas spills and radiation poisoning due to industrial accidents exists. General information about natural disaster preparedness is available via the Internet from the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) at http://www.fema.gov. All U.S. citizens visiting Armenia are advised to register at the consular section of the U.S. Embassy upon arrival.
REGISTRATION/EMBASSY AND CONSULATE LOCATION: Americans are living in or visiting Armenia are encouraged to register at the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Armenia and obtain updated information on travel and security within Armenia. The U.S. Embassy in Yerevan is located at 18 General Bagramian Street, telephone 011 (3741) 151-551 and fax 011 (3741) 151-550. The consular section is open from 9:00 AM until 5:30 PM, with time reserved for American citizen services from 2:00 PM until 5:30 PM Monday through Friday. For more information visit the Embassy of Armenia's Internet home page at http://www.armeniaemb.org.
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated September 14, 1999 to add or update information on Entry Requirements, Crime, Medical Facilities, Medical Insurance, Traffic Safety and Road Conditions, Aviation Safety Oversight, Customs Regulations, Criminal Penalties, Disaster Preparedness, Registration/Embassy and Consulate Location and to remove Y2K Information.


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package internal

import (
	context "context"

	gomock "github.com/golang/mock/gomock"
	fosite "github.com/ory/fosite"
)

// Mock of OpenIDConnectTokenStrategy interface
type MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategy struct {
	ctrl     *gomock.Controller
	recorder *_MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategyRecorder
}

// Recorder for MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategy (not exported)
type _MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategyRecorder struct {
	mock *MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategy
}

func NewMockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategy(ctrl *gomock.Controller) *MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategy {
	mock := &MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategy{ctrl: ctrl}
	mock.recorder = &_MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategyRecorder{mock}
	return mock
}

func (_m *MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategy) EXPECT() *_MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategyRecorder {
	return _m.recorder
}

func (_m *MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategy) GenerateIDToken(_param0 context.Context, _param1 fosite.Requester) (string, error) {
	ret := _m.ctrl.Call(_m, "GenerateIDToken", _param0, _param1)
	ret0, _ := ret[0].(string)
	ret1, _ := ret[1].(error)
	return ret0, ret1
}

func (_mr *_MockOpenIDConnectTokenStrategyRecorder) GenerateIDToken(arg0, arg1 interface{}) *gomock.Call {
	return _mr.mock.ctrl.RecordCall(_mr.mock, "GenerateIDToken", arg0, arg1)
}

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Every day at about 8:00 am, 8:35 am, and 5:00 pm, the bells ring at Sv. Nedelya, the Orthodox church that is almost right next to our house. I can tell that someone is actually ringing them, because some days they're slow and rhythmic and sometimes they ring kind of fast, like someone's in a hurry. And sometimes they get a little out of sync. The times are a little different on Sundays: 8:00 am, 9:00 am, and 4:00 pm. And on holidays, they sometimes ring at different times and for longer. I love hearing them.
Here's another video from Christmas Day. It's long, so don't feel obligated to listen to all of it, but it's an example of how different it sometimes sounds.
And here's a video that I took during the call to prayer at Dzhumaya Mosque.
Another sound that I hope I don't forget is the sounds of the caged birds chirping at our neighbors' house. There are several small cages attached to the outside walls of their house, and each one has a tiny bird in it. I love to hear their happy chatter in the mornings, even when it's cold out. Update: I noticed the day after this post that the birds and their cages have been moved inside for the winter. I'm glad it was unseasonably warm for much of our stay, so we could hear them a lot!


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Le lac Malfait est plan d'eau douce se déversant dans le ruisseau Malfait, situé dans le territoire non organisé de Passes-Dangereuses, dans la municipalité régionale de comté (MRC) de Maria-Chapdelaine, dans la région administrative du Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, dans la province de Québec, au Canada.

La vallée du ruisseau Malfait est desservie par le chemin Alliance R0257 (venant du Sud) lequel passe entre le lac Malfait et le lac Connelly. Au Nord-Est du lac Malfait, la route forestière R0257 comporte un embranchement soit la R0255 laquelle se dirige vers le Nord-Ouest pour enjamber la rivière Mistassibi et desservir la zone de la rive Ouest de cette dernière. Quelques routes forestières secondaires desservent le secteur surtout pour les besoins de la foresterie et des activités récréotouristiques.

La surface du lac Malfait est habituellement gelée de la fin novembre au début avril, toutefois la circulation sécuritaire sur la glace se fait généralement de la mi-décembre à la mi-avril.

Géographie
Les principaux bassins versants voisins du lac Malfait sont :
 côté nord : ruisseau Malfait, rivière Mistassibi, ruisseau Fall, rivière aux Oiseaux ;
 côté est : lac Connelly, lac Doucet, rivière Doucet, Petite rivière Péribonka, rivière Alex ;
 côté sud : lac Bellemare, rivière Mistassibi, rivière Perron,ruisseau Milot, rivière Savard, Petite rivière Péribonka ;
 côté ouest : rivière Mistassibi, rivière aux Rats, lac Daquelle.

Le lac Malfait comporte une superficie de , une longueur de , une largeur maximale de  et une altitude de .

Le lac Malfait constitue le principal plan d'eau de tête du ruisseau Malfait. Il comporte deux grandes parties délimitées par un détroit d'une centaine de mètres en largeur, formé par deux presqu'îles. Entièrement situé en zone forestière, ce lac est alimenté deux décharges (venant du Nord) de lacs. Ce lac est situé sur un plateau, soit une grande zone forestière entre le lac Connelly et le lac Dauquelle.

L'embouchure du lac Malfait est localisée au fond d'une baie de la rive Est du lac, soit à :
  à l'Est d'une petite baie de la rive Ouest du lac Connelly ;
  à l'Est du cours de la rivière Mistassibi ;
  au Sud de l'embouchure ruisseau Malfait (confluence avec la rivière Mistassibi) ;
  au Sud-Ouest de l'embouchure de la rivière Connelly (confluence avec la rivière Mistassibi) ;
  au Nord de l'embouchure de la rivière Mistassibi (confluence avec la rivière Mistassini) ;
  au Nord de l'embouchure de la rivière Mistassini (confluence avec le lac Saint-Jean).

À partir de l'embouchure du lac Malfait, le courant coule d'abord vers l'est, vers le Nord en longeant la route forestière R0257, puis vers le Nord-Ouest, sur  en suivant le cours du ruisseau Malfait jusqu'à un coude de la rive Sud de la rivière Mistassibi. De là, le courant descend le cours de la rivière Mistassibi sur  vers le Sud, puis le cours de la rivière Mistassini sur  vers le Sud-Ouest. À l'embouchure de cette dernière, le courant traverse le lac Saint-Jean sur  vers l'Est, puis emprunte le cours de la rivière Saguenay vers l'Est sur  jusqu'à la hauteur de Tadoussac où il conflue avec le fleuve Saint-Laurent.

Toponymie
Le terme « Malfait » signifie que ce plan d'eau comporte une forme complexe et inhabituelle.

Le toponyme "lac Malfait" a été officialisé le  par la Commission de toponymie du Québec.

Notes et références

Annexes

Articles connexes
 Passes-Dangereuses, un TNO
 Maria-Chapdelaine, une MRC
 Rivière Mistassibi
 Rivière Mistassini
 Lac Saint-Jean
 Liste des lacs du Canada

Liens externes

Lac au Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
Maria-Chapdelaine
lac malfait


Tuesday it's Raid the Wine Cellar. Enjoy half price wines all day!
In San Luis Obispo's Historic Railroad Square, there is a long standing tradition with deep Italian roots. Since 1980, the Rizzo Family has captured the hearts of locals and tourists alike with old family recipes, featuring authentic Italian food and a remarkable story.
Today Café Roma Italian Restaurant continues with its tradition of making handmade pasta and sourcing from local farmers, ranchers, fishermen, and vintners. From the classic Tuscan dining room and casual old-world cocktail bar, to the scenic shade covered patio, people say you feel transported to Italy while dining at the elegant Café Roma in San Luis Obispo.
The extensive wine list changes monthly, always with additions of new and exciting finds from small vineyards and classic wineries on the Central Coast (Paso Robles & Edna Valley), Santa Barbara County, Napa Valley, France, and Italy. Count on a knowledgeable staff to plan your banquet or special event in one of Café Roma's private dining rooms or garden patio. Come and be welcomed by The Family.


As many of you may already be aware, we hosted a webinar recently. We assembled a panel of specialists to give lawyers practical tips on meeting the challenges of the future. Next week we will be releasing the full content of the webinar for those unable to attend. However, this week we are sharing some answers from our favourite question. Namely, what single habit should firms change to meet the challenges of the future?
The answers varied from using data more accurately to building better relationships. We then put them all into a handy infographic which you can check out below. Keep an eye out for next week when we will share the rest of the fantastic advice from our panelists.
Infographic – what habit should firms change to meet the challenges of the future?


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Turkish op reaches first week as Erdoğan, Putin discuss Syria over phone
The number of terrorists Turkey has "neutralized" in its anti-terror military operation into northeast Syria has risen to 637 on Oct. 16 as Turkey's president and his Russian counterpart discussed bilateral relations and regional developments over the phone late on Oct. 15.
Turkish authorities often use the word "neutralized" in their statements to imply that the terrorists in question either surrendered or were killed or captured.
The number of "neutralized" YPG/PKK terrorists has reached 637, the Defense Ministry said over Twitter.
According to the Turkish Directorate of Communications, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Vladimir Putin tackled Turkey's counter-terror operation in northern Syria and its contribution to protecting Syria's territorial integrity and political resolution process.
Coalition forces announce withdrawal
The U.S.-led anti-ISILcoalition on Oct. 15 announced its withdrawal from Manbij, Syria, an area targeted by Turkey for clearing YPG/PKK terrorists.
"Coalition forces are executing a deliberate withdrawal from northeast Syria. We are out of Manbij," Col. Myles B. Caggins III, Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) spokesman for the 81-member coalition to Defeat Daesh, said on Twitter.
U.S. forces have been leaving Turkey's Operation Peace Spring zone since Oct. 6, when U.S. President Donald Trump said they would withdraw.
U.S. forces had been allied with the terrorist YPG/PKK to defeat ISIL, an alliance Turkey long criticized as both immoral and irrational.
Berlin says EU not planning economic sanctions on Turkey
The EU is not planning any economic sanctions on Turkey at the moment, a senior German diplomat said on Oct. 15.
Briefing reporters ahead of an EU leaders summit this week, the senior diplomat said the leaders would discuss Turkey's ongoing anti-terrorist operation in Syria, together with other major EU and international topics, during their two-day summit beginning on Oct. 17.
"The EU has made no plans so far to impose economic sanctions on Turkey," he said, but stressed that the member states oppose Turkey's military action and are closely watching developments.
EU foreign ministers on Oct. 14 spoke of limiting arms exports to Turkey, expressing worries over a humanitarian crisis and instability in the region. But no EU-wide arms embargo emerged from the meeting.
Turkish, US top diplomats speak over phone
Turkey's Foreign Minister Mevlut Çavuşoğlu spoke with his U.S. counterpart over the phone on Oct. 15, according to a diplomatic source.
No information was disclosed on the topics of the talk between Çavuşoğlu and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, said the source, who asked not to be named due to restrictions on speaking to the media.
Çavuşoğlu and Pompeo had held another phone call on Oct. 9, when Turkey launched the Operation Peace Spring to eliminate terrorists from northern Syria in order to secure Turkey's borders, aid in the safe return of Syrian refugees, and ensure Syria's territorial integrity.
Pence to visit Turkey
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence will soon depart for Turkey to hold talks with top officials regarding Ankara's ongoing Operation Peace Spring in northeastern Syria, Trump said on Oct. 15.
Pence will be accompanied by Pompeo when he departs on Oct. 16, Trump said in remarks delivered at the White House.
A U.S. delegation will leave ahead of the departure of the senior officials, according to the president.
The vice president's office released a statement adding Pence will be further accompanied by National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien, and Trump's special envoy for the anti-ISIL coalition James Jeffrey.
"In Turkey, the Vice President will voice the United States' commitment to reach an immediate ceasefire and the conditions for a negotiated settlement," it said.
Pence is set to meet with Erdoğan, according to the office.
"The Administration is resolved to maintain security in the region, the safety of civilians, and the continued detention of ISIS fighters," the office said, using another acronym for ISIL.
Akar talks with his Iraqi counterpart
In the meantime, the Turkish defense minister held a phone call with his Iraqi counterpart on Oct. 15, discussing current developments in Syria, the Defense Ministry said.
Hulusi Akar and Najah Hassan Ali Al-Shammari discussed defense and security matters during the call, the ministry added.
The minister also discussed the latest developments in Syria with his British counterpart on Oct. 16, according to the Defense Ministry.
Akar and British Security Minister Ben Wallace discussed situation in Syria, defense and security issues, the ministry said.
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