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Knockdown of toll-like receptor 4 signaling pathways ameliorate bone graft rejection in a mouse model of allograft transplantation
Jeng Long Hsieh, Po Chuan Shen, Po-Ting Wu, I. Ming Jou, Chao-Liang Wu, Ai-Li Shiau, Chrong-Reen Wang, Hao Earn Chong, Shu Han Chuang, Jia Shiou Peng, Shih Yao Chen
Department of Orthopaedics
Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Non-union occurring in structural bone grafting is a major problem in allograft transplantation because of impaired interaction between the host and graft tissue. Activated toll-like receptor (TLR) induces inflammatory cytokines and chemokines and triggers cell-mediated immune responses. The TLR-mediated signal pathway is important for mediating allograft rejection. We evaluated the effects of local knockdown of the TLR4 signaling pathway in a mouse segmental femoral graft model. Allografts were coated with freeze-dried lentiviral vectors that encoded TLR4 and myeloid differentiation primary response gene 88 (MyD88) short-hairpin RNA (shRNA), which were individually transplanted into the mice. They were assessed morphologically, radiographically, and histologically for tissue remodeling. Union occurred in autografted but not in allografted mice at the graft and host junctions after 4 weeks. TLR4 and MyD88 expression was up-regulated in allografted mice. TLR4 and MyD88 shRNAs inhibited TLR4 and MyD88 expression, which led to better union in the grafted sites. More regulatory T-cells in the draining lymph nodes suggested inflammation suppression. Local inhibition of TLR4 and MyD88 might reduce immune responses and ameliorate allograft rejection.
https://doi.org/10.1038/srep46050
Published - 2017 Apr 10
Graft Rejection
Allografts
Toll-Like Receptors
Bone Transplantation
Regulatory T-Lymphocytes
Chemokines
Hsieh, J. L., Shen, P. C., Wu, P-T., Jou, I. M., Wu, C-L., Shiau, A-L., ... Chen, S. Y. (2017). Knockdown of toll-like receptor 4 signaling pathways ameliorate bone graft rejection in a mouse model of allograft transplantation. Scientific reports, 7, [46050]. https://doi.org/10.1038/srep46050
Hsieh, Jeng Long ; Shen, Po Chuan ; Wu, Po-Ting ; Jou, I. Ming ; Wu, Chao-Liang ; Shiau, Ai-Li ; Wang, Chrong-Reen ; Chong, Hao Earn ; Chuang, Shu Han ; Peng, Jia Shiou ; Chen, Shih Yao. / Knockdown of toll-like receptor 4 signaling pathways ameliorate bone graft rejection in a mouse model of allograft transplantation. In: Scientific reports. 2017 ; Vol. 7.
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Anna Patalong
Nationalities : United Kingdom
Representation : Musichall Ltd
www.annapatalong.com
Anna Patalong- Rusalka 2013
Mimi La Bohème Opéra de Rouen Haute-Normandie Jun 2017
Mimi La Boheme Opera Holland Park Jun 2016
Brigitta Iolanta Opéra National de Paris Mar-Apr 2016
Soprano CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Town Hall & Symphony Hall Dec 2017
Winning top prizes at both the Francisco Vinas International Singing Competition at the Liceu, Barcelona and the Monuisko International Vocal Competition, Warsaw, Anna Patalong is fast gaining a reputation across Europe for her "warm and smooth-toned soprano" (Telegraph).
This season Anna makes her debut at the Opera de Rouen, in the role of Mimi, La Boheme with an outstanding international cast. She will also sing the role of Donna Anna, Don Giovanni at the Tobacco Factory, Bristol. Recent highlights include Anna's debut with the Opera National de Paris, performing the role of Brigitta in a new production of Tchaikovsky's Iolanta by Dmitri Tcherniakov, a role debut as Liu in Calixto Bieto's radical interpretation of Turandot with Northern Ireland Opera, a return to the Theater Lubeck and Opera Holland Park for performances of Mimi, La Boheme together with her debut at the Ruhrtriennale Festival as Woglinde, Das Rheingold in a new production by Johan Simons, conducted by Teodor Currentzis.
Anna made her Royal Opera House debut in 2013 as a Blumenmadchen in Stephen Langridge's critically acclaimed produciton of Parsifal, conducted by Sir Antonio Pappano. She returned the following season to cover the lead role of Roxana, Krol Roger. Anna has recently performed with Opera de Limoges as Annchen, Der Freischutz, whilst in the UK she has won high praise for her interpretations of Lauretta in Gianni Schicchi and the title role of Suor Angelica at Opera Holland Park, Terinka in Dvorak's The Jakobin and Serpetta, La Finta Giardiniera at Buxton Festival Opera and Pamina, The Magic Flute with English Touring Opera.
She has sung in concert across Europe as well as many venues at home, such as the Royal Albert Hall, Wigmore Hall, Crush Room, QEH. Anna trained at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama during which time she recieved numerous awards and scholarships.
MusicOMH
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La traviata @ Longborough Festival Opera, Longborough | Reviews | musicOMH
23, 26, 28, 30 June, 1, 3 July 2018 There are, broadly speaking, two methods for updating operas from their original setting to another time and place. The first is to find a relevant parallel with another era and then let the work speak as it always does

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Q: How does the emacs load the package? I'm always curious about the loading process of the package in Emacs. You know, Some packages are builtin packages, and some are third-party packages.
For example, you can install the "auto-complete" package from MELPA or MELPA-STABLE, or you can get the source from github.
If you install the package from MELPA, you will find the package files in "~/.emacs.d/elpa/auto-complete***".
auto-complete-autoloads.el
auto-complete-config.el
auto-complete-config.elc
auto-complete.el
auto-complete.elc
auto-complete-pkg.el
dict;;it's a directory

What does the emacs do for us to install the package? It just downloads all the files from MELPA and puts them in "~/.emacs.d/elpa/auto-complete***"? How does the emacs know the existense of the auto-complete-package and load them when you start emacs next time?
I know I should add something to "~/.emacs.d/init.el" if get the source from github. Maybe like this
(add-to-list 'load-path "path-to-download-folder/auto-complete")
(require 'auto-complete-config)
(ac-config-default)

But I can't see any changes in "init.el" if I install the package from MELPA. Maybe the emacs assign the path of the auto-complete to the variable load-path. But then?
  How does the emacs load the package? How does it know my "ALT-x + command"?
  And I really don't know the relationship of these files the emacs downloaded from MELPA and their function.
  Could anyone tell me the whole loading process of a package? What does the emacs do behind us to install the package from MELPA/MELPA-STABLE?

A: Emacs (by default) automatically loads (almost) all the files of the form ~/.emacs.d/elpa/*/*-autoloads.el.  The package's <pkg>-autoloads.el will contain more or less the equivalent of your "add-to-list + require + ...".

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Hepatitis A cases top 1,200 this year
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (NEWS SERVICE FLORIDA) - With an additional 89 cases reported last week, Florida has had 1,220 hepatitis A cases this year --- more than in the five previous years combined, according to information posted on the state Department of Health website.
The outbreak has hit hardest in the Tampa Bay region and in parts of Central Florida. The disease, which can cause liver damage, can be spread through such things as food or drinks that have been contaminated with fecal matter from people with the disease.
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So the AIM-9X hit, but failed to fuse because it was fired from within minimum range.
Operator error, not a weapon malfunction or being decoyed by flares.
The pilot recognised his mistake and backed off before firing a second missile, which scored the kill.
That explains the situation. Interesting that the pilot didn't use the M61 Vulcan for such a close target. Maybe he didn't consider it safe or quick enough for the situation. It might take a few hits to bring down Su-22 as they are fairly tough aircraft.
I'm not sure what is going on here - seems to me to be deliberate confusion by some - but who and why. Dunno meself….
Story rereported from 'The War Zone' so perhaps the WARZONE is at fault - NOPE - it is not. I dunno - but whatever.... I guess it is a problem with the b/s memes on the internet just being repeated by numnuts such as CLARK - harsh? - YES.
To be clear the VCNO probably did not provide the URL seen BUT whomever wrote up the speech did so IN ERROR.
To be clear THE DRIVE WARZONE story seems to back up the NO FLARE account already agreed upon a zillion times.
The enemy bird was still in the air and still a threat to friendly forces on the ground, so it was time to "try something different," Tremel recounted. He switched to the slightly slower-to-arm, radar-guided AIM-120 AMRAAM, and cut loose with one. "It'll do its job," Tremel said. And it did. The AMRAAM struck the rear of the Su-22 and exploded. As the aircraft pitched and then plummeted to the earth, the pilot ejected. Tremel quickly rolled away from the explosion to avoid flying through it, adding that by the end of the sortie "I know I was just operating on brainstem power."..."
OK in this video excerpt at minute five hear MOB describe shooting the AIM-9X with NO MENTION OF Su-22 flare pops.
I'll start another post with the 2017 The DRIVE WAR ZONE article because IF anyone is confused - I am..... but no flares.
"...Based on the rules of engagement that were briefed to the naval aviators, Mob locked the Su-22 up from behind with an AIM-9X Sidewinder and fired. The missile zipped off the Hornet's wing rail trailing smoke but quickly disappeared. It wasn't clear why the missile failed to track the Su-22 or where it had gone. Mob quickly selected an AIM-120 AMRAAM and fired once again. He noted how long it took for the missile to fire off the Super Hornet's "cheek" station located along the outer edges of its air intakes.
...What's also worth discussing is the conjecture surrounding the AIM-9X's failure in this engagement. By the panel's account it sounded as if the AIM-9X just went stupid/malfunctioned on its own. There was no talk of the Su-22 launching flares, and even if it had, the fact that many military pundits are definitively claiming that the unique infrared signature of Russian-built low-end decoy flares threw the AIM-9X off course is just silly. Missiles fail, especially air-to-air ones. They are complex devices that get battered around under high gravitational forces and slammed down onto carrier decks and runways throughout their lifetime. And yes, it's possible that under certain parameters weaknesses could exist when it comes to the AIM-9X's ability to track certain targets that use certain decoys under certain conditions. Then again maybe they don't. Regardless, that doesn't mean that is what happened in this instance or that the AIM-9X is somehow a lousy missile because of it.
The amount of research and development that has gone into the Sidewinder family of air-to-air missiles is unrivaled. And testing goes far beyond live fire shoots or lab-like settings. Entire soundstage like testing facilities are built for refining American air-to-air missile seekers' abilities to prosecute a successful kill. Additionally, they are tested against all types of decoys, including non-traditional expendables like BOL IR decoys as well as various types of flares. So while anything is possible, there is no evidence that supports this theory that old Russian "dirty flares" defeat the AIM-9X's highly sensitive imaging infrared seeker and programming logic.
Now the real question is what happened to that errant AIM-9X that was fired, or at least what was left of it? Russian would probably love to take a good look at it...."
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This is the recent TAILHOOK 2018 VCNO speech that set me off on a wild goose chase for Su-22 flares NOT FIRED EVER!
...People, like Lt. Cmdr. Michael "MOB" Tremel, [ https://taskandpurpose.com/navy-pilot-g ... -18-years/ ] who have had the power of a precision guided weapon at their fingertips and been empowered to use it...."


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The 10 Most Exclusive Hotels in the World
A stunning view of the famous Burj Al Arab in Dubai
It's an understandable reality that many of us want to enjoy a little slice of comfort and luxury when we travel, but there are certainly some hotels that deliver this better than others, and which exude effortless elegance and sophistication at every turn. The hotels explored here are globally renowned as being the most luxurious hotels in the world, and it is definitely worth treating yourself to a stay at one of them at least once.
1. Boulders Resort & Spa, USA
Surrounded by vivid wildlife, fragrant flowers, and ancient boulder formations believed to have special spiritual properties, there is simply no setting that is more peaceful than the grounds of the Boulders Resort & Spa in Arizona. A property that is owned and managed by the Hilton hotel group, this contemporary style desert hideaway is the perfect location for a spa retreat. The Boulders Resort & Spa is situated in the Sonoran desert, close to Scottsdale, Arizona.
Enjoy pleasant settings and privacy in your private casitas or villas equipped with your own patios.
Relish spa treatments in this stunning picturesque setting that has been associated with mindfulness and wellbeing for centuries.
Take on the 24km Blackrock Mountain Trail located nearby the hotel property.
Most expensive room: USD 750 for the Hacienda Villa
Most affordable room: USD 130* for King Casita room
The hotel chef, Brian Archibald won Food Network's "Beat Bobby Flay" competition in 2016.
Boulders Resort is the only hotel in Scottsdale with rooms featuring wood-burning fireplace.
2. North Island, Seychelles
Aerial view of North Island in Seychelles
Enjoy private dinners by the sea in North Island
Relax at your own private sala in Villa 11, looking out to the sandy beaches and the blue sea
A beach day out at North Island is a fancy affair
Photo Credit: Andrew Howard/Austen Johnston/North Island
Many of us dream of spending time at our very own private, uninhabited desert island. Though this is not exactly an attainable fantasy for many, a stay at the North Island resort in the Seychelles — undoubtedly one of the most beautiful hotels in the world, offers travelers a slice of that paradise. A visit here means access to soft white sandy beaches, translucent turquoise waters, and not a soul around to interrupt your vacation time.
With only 11 villas on the island, you have a lot of space and privacy.
The North Island resort prides itself on its privatised dining experience. Guests can enjoy bespoke dishes delivered directly to their villas. No demand is too great or too small.
Evenings can be enjoyed unwinding over candlelit dinner at the piazza or watching the sunset and sipping a cocktail or two at the West Beach Bar.
Most expensive room: Villa North Island priced at USD 10,000 (only bookable by couples)
Most affordable room: Presidential Villas from USD 6,500*
The North Island resort is renowned for being a celebrity honeymoon destination. Notable celebrities such as Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston, and Prince William and Princess Kate have all been here for their honeymoons.
Honeymoon Beach, one of their private beaches can be booked for a day.
3. Icehotel, Sweden
The igloo-style hotel rooms in Icehotel
Experience the ambience of sleeping in an igloo in the "cold" rooms
The Icehotel in Sweden is undoubtedly one of the most famous hotels in the world — owing largely to its unique proposition. Situated in the quaint Swedish village of Jukkasjärvi, the hotel is constructed from ice and snow and offers a once-in-a-lifetime eskimo style experience.
Partake in a number of unique and adventurous activities — from ice sculpting to river rafting along the Torne and fast-paced sled rides.
Experience the ambience of sleeping in an igloo in the "cold" rooms or opt for "warm" rooms which are more standard style luxury hotel rooms with the usual amenities.
Notice quirky ice sculptures and decorates created by respected artists from around the globe.
Most expensive room: USD 920 for a Deluxe Suite 365 room
Most affordable room: USD 170* for a warm room
Most of the Icehotel, except for the new Icehotel 365, melts away every year in April. But new ice rooms are reconstructed every winter in November by different artists and sculptors.
At an average of -5 to 7 °C, the "cold" rooms in the Icehotel are pretty cold and require the use of thick thermal clothing and sleeping bags even inside.
4. Clayoquot Wilderness Resort, Canada
Early mornings at Clayoquot Wilderness Resort
Ensuite Tent Room at Clayoquot is luxury in ruggedness
Relax in wood-fired hot tub at the hotel, while you enjoy the wilderness around
Engage in plenty of outdoor activities during your stay at Clayoquot Wilderness Resort
Photo Credit: Clayoquot Wilderness Resort
The Clayoquot Wilderness Resort is luxury but not as you know it. Rather than taking the form of your typical cookie cutter five-star hotel, the resort has a rugged, wild exterior that allows guests to be at one with nature. Located in the Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Reserve, the resort is the perfect spot for those who enjoy hiking, observing wildlife, or generally being at one with the great outdoors. The scenery here easily makes Clayoquot one of the most beautiful hotels in the world.
Take part in a plethora of outdoorsy activities, including horseback riding, helicopter adventures and fishing excursions.
Indulge in hot stone massages, mindfulness and beauty treatments — all beneath the trees and nature of Clayoquot.
Accommodation exists in the form of luxury tents featuring en-suite bathrooms, heated flooring and plush interior furnishings.
Most expensive room: USD 2,200 – 2,500 for a luxury en-suite tent
Most affordable room: USD 1600 – 1800* for a tented accommodation
Its remote location means that it is only accessible by a seaplane, boat or helicopter.
The vegetables, meat and fish used in their dishes are grown and sourced locally so everything that winds up on your plate is incredibly fresh.
5. Ashford Castle, Ireland
Enjoy uninterrupted view of the lake from your hotel room
Aerial view of Ashford Castle
Enjoy a secluded space in the Hideaway Cottage
One of the extravagant rooms in Ashford Castle — The State Room
Photo Credit: Ashford Castle
One of the most luxurious hotels in the world, a stay at Ireland's Ashford Castle is a stay fit for royalty. The castle, dating back to 1228 has passed hands through quite a few notable figures in European history and attempt to gain ownership of the castle was the reason behind many medieval battles. Today, it has been lovingly restored and renovated. From the elaborate chandeliers that hang from the various rooms and chambers, to the ornate furnishings, anyone staying here is sure to feel like a King or a Queen.
Set among a phenomenal 350 acres of woodlands, lakes and gardens, the castle offers guest a host of outdoor activities — from kayaking and fishing, to horse riding and falconry.
Enjoy traditional afternoon tea served in The Connaught Room with a selection of champagnes, teas, sandwiches and cakes.
There are many dining options available for guests across numerous restaurants on the premises — from bistro style Irish dining in the dungeon, to multi-course fine dining at the George V Dining Room.
All guests have access to the gym, which offers unparalleled views out over the Lough Corrib.
Most expensive room: USD 5,847 for Presidential Suite
Most affordable room: USD 368* for a Corrib room
The 1950s movie "The Quiet Man" starring John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara was shot on-site at the castle and in the neighbouring village of Cong. It is possible to take tours of the region to explore the notable settings from the movie.
The present-day hotel is a result of a USD 75 million renovation that lasted 2 years.
6. Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, UAE
Garden view room in Qasr Al Sarab Desert
The hotel's suite room is the epitome of luxury
Enjoy the view even when you lounge in the hotel lobby
The sunset view of the Royal Pavilion in the desert
Photo Credit: Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara
Designed as a desert oasis in the midst of the otherwise arid and unwelcoming rolling sand dunes, the Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort is the ultimate in exotic getaways and its grandiose appearance and friendly, hospitable staff demonstrate the very best of Middle Eastern hospitality. The resort is without hesitation one of the most luxurious hotels in the world. Its rooms create a magical atmosphere with private balconies and cabanas looking out over tranquil gardens and Arabian sand dunes for the perfect sunset setting.
Live like a Bedouin Wanderer for a day and head out into the desert on a camel ride and a desert picnic or Bedouin camp organised by the resort.
Get your heart racing and your blood pumping by engaging in a little dune boarding action, or zipping through the sand dunes in an off-road 4x4.
With tennis courts, a free form pool and a comprehensive fitness centre, guests can be sure to stay in shape during their stay in the Arab Emirates.
The numerous restaurants at the resort enable guests to sample cuisines from all corners of the globe - from traditional Arabic food, to Mediterranean or American dishes.
Most expensive room: Three-Bedroom Anantara Family Pool Villa for USD 3,000
Most affordable room: Deluxe Garden Room for USD 300*
The Liwa desert where the hotel is situated is in fact the largest undisturbed stretch of sand in the world. With miles of sand dunes, a misty desert haze, and not another soul to be seen, it makes sense that this ethereal atmosphere was used as the setting of choice for many scenes in the Star Wars movie — The Force Awakens.
There is a strict no-children policy for the private villas in their Royal Pavilion complex.
7. Nay Palad Hideaway, Philippines
Hide away in luxury at the Master Villa in Nay Palad Hideaway
A luxurious getaway doesn't get better than Nay Palad Hideaway
Partake in several outdoors activities at the hotel
Aerial view of the hotel premise
Photo Credit: Nay Palad Hideaway
The Philippines Nay Palad Hideaway is precisely as the name suggests — a tropical hideaway offering a desert island paradise and a barefoot travel experience. Located on the beaches of Siargao island, the unique landscape offers plenty of exploration that means that no two days at the Hideaway will be the same. With mangrove forests, underground caves, isolated beaches and tropical rainforests, the luxury traveller has plenty to do to occupy their time between spa sessions and time spent unwinding by the sea shore.
From stand-up paddle and surfing, to kayaking and water-skiing, the hotel can organise water sports activities and classes for guests.
The resort offers island hopping tours that enable guests to explore the diverse culture of the Philippines.
First class treatments are available at the spa, as are yoga and meditation classes.
The resort is all-inclusive.
Most expensive room: Master villa for USD 12,200
Most affordable room: Superior garden view villa (for 2 guests) USD 1,537*
World class Chef Mark Silvestre mans the kitchen at the hideaway. This is great for your dining experience as it ensures that only the highest quality, most lovingly prepared dishes are consumed. Better still, aspiring chefs or foodies can enjoy cooking classes under his expert guidance.
All nine villas in the resort are made from recycled wood.
8. Ladera Resort, West Indies
Scenic views of the Caribbean Sea and the Piton mountains from your own private pool
You have magnificent birds eye views of the region from your private balcony
Enjoy wonderful meals at Ladera Resort's restaurant that avails a stunning view
A holiday in the pristine surrounding of Ladera Resort is guaranteed to be luxurious and refreshing
Photo Credit: Ladera Resort
With the towering peaks of the Piton mountains, and the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea both encapsulating its premises, the Ladera resort in the West Indies is truly one of the most beautiful hotels in the world. If you are looking for a unique setting that differs dramatically from your standard luxury hotel then you have found it here. The resort is placed on the edge of a 1000m volcanic ridge. From your private balcony, you have magnificent birds eye views of the region, and the perfect place for your Instagram shots as you sip your morning coffee.
The hotel avails beach shuttle service to nearby Sugar beach which is situated smack in between the Pitons.
An array of pampering treatments can be enjoyed at the Ladera resort spa.
The hotel's wine cellar stocks over 2,000 bottles of wine. Guests can participate in exquisite tastings with expert sommeliers.
Most expensive room: Suites at Paradise Ridge start from USD 900
Most affordable room: Gros Piton Suite at USD 600*
The property within which the resort is located was once part of the Rabot estate — one of the region's oldest and most famous cocoa plantations. It is possible to participate in tours that enable you to sample the beans and the chocolatey delicacies that they create, in addition to uncovering the history of the Soufrière region.
The resort is eco-friendly — the furnishings and wooden floorings are locally harvested and made on-site by local craftsmen.
9. Burj Al Arab Hotel, UAE
The Royal Suite at Burj Al Arab is fit for the kings
Step into Gold On 27 in Burj Al Arab for a great ambience and the finest cocktails
Rejuvenate at the spa in Burj Al Arab
Tea tastes better at Burj Al Arab
Photo Credit: Burj Al Arab
In the heart of the glistening Emirati city of Dubai, the Burj Al Arab is not only one of the most iconic pieces of architecture in the Middle East, it is one of the most iconic buildings in the world. Constructed in the shape of a sail, this is one of the most exclusive hotels in the world, and a stay here is something that will be remembered for a lifetime. The Burj Al Arab is cited time and again as being number one of the most luxurious hotels in the world.
All guests receive a private, 24-hour butler.
The hotel boasts five swimming pools and a private beach.
Fabulous packages are on offer at the Talise spa.
Parents can leave their kids in the care of the hotel's Sinbad kid's club.
With nine on-site restaurants, guests are sure to find a meal that pleases their culinary palate.
Most expensive room: The Royal suite for USD 28,000
Most affordable room: Deluxe one-bedroom suite starts from USD 1,500*
The Burj Al Arab is the world's only seven-star hotel, guaranteeing incredible levels of luxury at every turn, with guests having their every whim catered to by their private butlers and the accommodating hotel staff. The hotel is situated upon one of Dubai's man-made islands.
Around 1,790 sq. meters of 24-carat gold leaf was used to decorate the interiors of the hotel.
10. Sala's Camp, Kenya
A Masai Mara safari and the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the most majestic creatures on earth is something that tops the bucket lists of all travelers venturing to Africa. Situated on the confluence of the Sand and the Keekorok rivers, in a secluded and peaceful part of the renowned Masai Mara, Sala's Camp is one of the most beautiful accommodations in the world, placing guests out among the African plains, beneath the banyan trees, and offering incredible views over the Masai Mara and Serengeti.
Head out on a early morning game drive to find the big five.
Indulge in interesting experiences such as sundowners and volley ball in the section of river in front of camp where there are no hippos or crocodiles.
Participate in the nightly sharing of stories around the campfire and feel like real life wilderness explorers.
Most expensive room: USD 5,175 for the Keekorok family tent
Most affordable room: USD 1,435* per person for the Keekorok tent
Sala's camp is the first place in the Mara to witness the wildebeest migration — meaning that there really is no better place to base yourself during your African adventure.
The Camp closes in April and May, and then in November due to the rains.
The most luxurious hotels in the world are varied and span all corners of the globe. Each one of the hotels featured possesses a distinctly unique personality. Whether you are an outdoorsy type, a culture vulture, or a traveler that likes to enjoy a slower pace when you travel, you will find a luxury hotel that caters to your desires.
*Note: Prices are as of August 2018.
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Nakao började sin karriär 1992 i Kawasaki Steel (Vissel Kobe). Efter Vissel Kobe spelade han för Sagawa Express Tokyo, Sagawa Express Osaka och FC Mi-O Biwako Kusatsu. Han avslutade karriären 2007.

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Jpepa implementation to cost BOC P12.5B in forgone revenues
Business Mirror | Sunday, 18 January 2009
Written by VG Cabuag / Reporter
THE Bureau of Customs (BOC), the national government's second-largest revenue earner, said the implementation of Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (Jpepa) will hurt its collection for the year as it stands to lose billions of pesos.
Based on its initial computation, the said bilateral agreement, which was ratified by the Senate late last year, will result in about P12.5 billion in forgone revenues from its collection from last year, BOC Commissioner Napoleon Morales said.
Imports from Japan make up 10 percent of the bureau's revenue collections, which from last year's target amounts to about P25.4 billion, he said. Morales said half of that amount would be forgone revenues.
"If we used to collect 10 percent on items A-Z imported from Japan, some will be reduced to 8 percent, others 5 percent; some will be 3 percent or 2 percent depending on the items...until everything will become zero. Definitely, it has an impact on our revenue generation," Morales said.
"But the way I look at it, there will be about 10-percent growth in cargo volume from Japan. Rather than go somewhere else when there were tariffs being paid, importers will scamper to Japan than, for example, China," he explained.
The BOC is using the Jpepa's forgone revenues to convince the interagency Development Budget Coordination Committee--the body that sets the target collection of both the BOC and Bureau of Internal Revenue--that the agency may not meet its P317-billion goal for this year.
"We will use the effects of the Jpepa in our bid to reduce our 2009 revenue-collection target on top of other measures to plug such expected revenue loss," Morales added.
The target for this year is about 25 percent higher than last year's target of P254 billion, a goal that has been surpassed by the BOC by about P10 billion to P263.75 billion.
The Jpepa calls for the elimination or lowering of tariff rates in goods both countries trade with each other.
Japan is the country's second-biggest source of imports with an 11.6-percent share of the total as of September this year, according to recent figures from the National Statistics Office.
For the period, imports from Japan recorded payments worth $563.93 million, a decline by 2.8 percent from last year's $579.85 million.
Revenue from the Philippines' exports to Japan, on the other hand, reached $640.65 million, generating a total trade value of $1.205 billion and a $76.72-million trade surplus for the Philippines.
The Jpepa is aimed at creating larger and new markets, improve efficiency and enhance consumer welfare that would boost the vibrancy of economies, thereby expanding trade and investment not only between the Philippines and Japan, but also in the region.
The agreement hopes to liberalize and facilitate trade in goods through the reduction or elimination of duties to be implemented in accordance with the terms and conditions set out in the respective schedules of the Philippines and Japan.
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Somebody told me the ActiLean Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars taste like candy. Is that true?
Believe it or not, ActiLean chocolate peanut butter bars truly taste like candy, yet have 15 grams of protein and 240 mg of DHA (omega-3). The ActiLean chocolate peanut butter MEAL REPLACEMENT bars are not quite as sweet and have a slight salty taste from the added vitamins and minerals.
What is the difference between the ActiLean Meal Replacement bars and ActiLean nutrition (snack) bars?
The ActiLean Meal Replacement bars, besides containing 240 mg of DHA (omega-3), are a bit larger, having 16 grams of protein, and contain 20% (or more) of 24 vitamins and minerals. They are designed to be a complete meal replacement. ActiLean nutrition bars have 240 mg of DHA and 15 grams of protein however, the snack bars contain a limited amount of vitamins and minerals. ActiLean snack bars are designed to be used as a between meal snack or as an OCCASIONAL meal replacement. They can also be a very tasty way to increase your intake of the critical omega-3 DHA. ActiLean snack bars are an ideal way for pregnant and lactating women meet their currently recommended 300 mg of DHA daily.
Can children use the ActiLean bars?
Most children in the U.S. and other Western countries are deficient in DHA. ActiLean bars are an ideal way to increase DHA (omega-3) intake.
What are the ingredients and nutritional information in Actilean Products?
A full listing of ingredients and nutritional information is provided with each product on the order page. Additionally, ActiLean products are made with Martek Biosciences Life's DHA, which is vegetarian-sourced and free of heavy metals and PCB's.
For more information on Martek and the advantages of vegetarian DHA, please see their website at martek.com.
Do ActiLean Shakes taste good?
Yes, and there are many recipes to make it similar to desserts.
If your weight is over 250 lbs., you will lose upwards of 1.25% to 1.5% of your body weight weekly.
If your weight is less than 250 lbs., you will loss approximately 1.00% to 1.25% of your weight weekly.
As an example, if you weigh 300 lbs., you will be losing upwards of 4.5 lbs. (1.5% multiplied by 300 lbs.) weekly.
Please note that you will possibly lose 10 lbs. during your first week on the program. However, part of that weight loss is water and unfortunately, water is not fat. The rate of weight loss diminishes as your body weight decreases.
Are there any stimulants or appetite suppressants in ActiLean products?
NONE! Everything is natural; no ephedra or other similar stimulants.
Well, if you are not hungry and you feel full, how is that possible?
It isn't magic, but we are leveraging the latest advances in obesity research. Briefly, adding small amounts of specialized nutrients results in improved fullness ("satiety") as shown in clinical use. Technically, the detailed mechanism is believed to increase the release of hormones (referred to as GLP-1 and PYY3-36) from the gastrointestinal tract that results in fullness.
How long after starting the ActiLean program will it take for me to notice this fullness?
Most people will experience this fullness within a few days of starting the ActiLean program. However, maximum satiety ("fullness") tends to gradually increase over two to three weeks.
Does everybody experience this fullness?
Unfortunately, no. People who have had Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery tend not to experience a significant increase in fullness. People with gastric bands generally do experience increased fullness. Perhaps 10 to 15% of the general population does not show significantly increased satiety compared to other meal replacement products.
ActiLean Products are "heart healthy" - aren't other meal replacements the same?
Can I mix up the ActiLean shakes for the day in advance and store them in a refrigerator?
No. You must drink ActiLean shakes immediately after you mix them with cold fluids to protect their taste and effectiveness.
How much and what types of fluids are recommended?
We recommend drinking 64 ounces of water or other non-caloric fluids, such as tea, coffee, and calorie-free soft drinks, daily. Generally, it is best to avoid caffeinated beverages. No, beer and wine are not on this list.
How long does it take to feel full after drinking an ActiLean shake?
Everybody is different, but in general, it takes about 20 minutes from the time that you consume an ActiLean shake or pudding before you start to feel full. You can keep feeling full by consuming your ActiLean shakes/puddings every three to four hours, as recommended.
Will taking five ActiLean shakes daily provide me with all my daily nutrient needs?
Five ActiLeans daily contain 100% of the recommended daily requirements of 24 needed nutrients, including 75 gms of high biologic quality protein (please see the product label). However, if you are on a medical program of less than 800 calories daily, you may need to take an additional mineral supplement (potassium).
Daily nutrient needs vary greatly from person to person, depending upon many factors, including gender, weight, body mass composition, activity level, and genetics. A dietary intake of less than 1200 calories daily generally requires medical supervision, thus the reason for the additional calories in our suggested meals (which bring your daily calorie intake up to the 1200-calorie mark). Please remember, your personal healthcare professional will have the final say as to what is needed and appropriate for you.
Can I mix the shake with milk?
ActiLean shakes are designed to be mixed with non-caloric fluids and the food program is designed with this concept in mind. If you were to mix it with non-fat or 1% milk, it would add to your daily calorie intake. However, you can use non-fat milk, being aware this will increase your calorie consumption.
When do I drink the five shakes?
It is best to space the shakes out throughout the day and evening at regular intervals of three to four hours starting shortly after getting up in the morning. This approach maximizes fullness and keeps hunger at bay. It is important to get all five shakes in daily, and if you need to, you can double-up and take two shakes at once. (If you do this, watch out for the "post-Thanksgiving" feeling of having too much to eat.) The most important rule is to make sure you take ALL five ActiLean shakes daily, even if you're not hungry.
Will my preparation of the shake (blend or mix) alter the effect of the product in anyway?
Can I drink the shake with food?
Yes, but with the following caveat. The balance of nutrients in ActiLean generally works best for hunger control and satiety ("fullness") when consumed without additional food intake at the time. However, it will not hurt you to have your meal near or at the same time as you drink your ActiLean shake.
Will taking ActiLean stop me from bingeing?
This is also one of those yes and no answers. Structured dietary intake, as implemented in the ActiLean program, which induces satiety (fullness), has been shown in some studies to reduce cravings and binge eating. Patients in medical settings report significantly decreased food cravings and binge eating when consuming all five ActiLeans daily. However, if you are having significant binge eating, you should discuss this with your healthcare professional.
Will taking ActiLean shakes or bars interfere with medications?
The non-medically supervised ActiLean program is designed for healthy individuals without chronic medical conditions. Taking ActiLean products should not interfere with the use of over-the-counter medications.
For individuals with chronic medical problems, ActiLean products can result in an increased bleeding time for individuals on warfarin or similar blood thinners. Additionally, medications taken for hypertension (high blood pressure), type II diabetes, or elevated lipids (high cholesterol or triglycerides) generally need to be decreased while on the ActiLean program because blood pressure, blood sugar, and lipid levels generally fall while on the ActiLean program. Thus, diabetic and hypertensive patients need to be closely monitored by their physicians and have their medications adjusted by them while on the ActiLean program.
Can I lose weight on the ActiLean program without exercising?
Yes, however, if you want to significantly improve your weight loss and maintenance, your well-being, and your health, you MUST be physically active. Our integrated behavior and lifestyle program will provide tools that will assist you with increasing your physical activity.
Is this a medically supervised program?
NO. Although we are healthcare professionals, we are NOT providing any medical evaluation, treatment or monitoring. The program is designed to be self-directed. We ALWAYS recommend that you speak with your personal healthcare professional BEFORE starting ANY weight management or lifestyle intervention/behavior modification program.
Do physicians recommend the ActiLean program?
Yes. If your personal healthcare professional has questions about the ActiLean program, please ask them to contact us and a physician can discuss weight loss and the ActiLean program with him or her.
I know you include an integrated lifestyle intervention program that includes behavior modification, physical activity, and basic nutrition intervention. Other weight management programs tell me it isn't needed. Why should I spend my time and participate in it?
We have spent countless hours developing this program and expended significant financial resources to make it web-enabled. We are providing this lifestyle program as a complimentary component for individuals on the ActiLean program. Utilizing our lifestyle program will significantly improve both your short-term and long-term success.


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Holidays! In the East and West – The School Church
May 25, 2021 | Education Training and Awareness-Raising | Netherlands | Groningen
In 2020, the exhibition Holidays! In the East and West opened, presenting holidays and related traditions of the Christian and Islamic religions – the two largest religions in The Netherlands –, with the aim of encouraging children to create a mutual understanding of their own cultural background and that of others. The unique exhibition is integrated in the bell tower of the church of Garmerwolde, Groningen, also known as The School Church, one of nearly 100 churches managed by the Historic Groningen Churches Foundation, a secular foundation committed to the re-use of existing historic religious architecture.
This truly inspiring example of re-use of religious buildings was funded by the Rijksdienst voor Cultureel Erfgoed, Municipality Ten Boer, Province of Groningen, Regio Assen-Groningen, Programma Herbestemming Cultureel Erfgoed, VSB Fonds, Prins Bernhard Cultuurfonds, J.B. Scholtenfonds, Dioraphte, BNG, BPD Cultuurfonds, Stichting Tuikwerd Fonds and Nationaal Programma Groningen. The research behind the exhibition was undertaken in an earlier project in collaboration with the Catharijneconvent Museum in Utrecht and ten other museums in The Netherlands and Suriname.
While climbing the bell tower's Escher-esque staircase, designed by MX13 Architects, visitors encounter eight depictions of Islamic and Christian holidays: Christmas, Easter, Laylat al-Qadr (The Night of Decree) and Ascension, and are greeted by a magnificent view; when descending visitors pass Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr (Festival of Breaking the Fast), Eid al-Adha (Festival of the Sacrifice) and Whitsun. Studio 212 Fahrenheit depicted these holidays by searching for new symbols that were tested by an Arabist and translator of the Quran, a theologist, a museum educator, a professor of contemporary Islam and members of the Islamic and Jewish communities.
"The work stimulates tolerance and teaches participants how to live together with people from different backgrounds in an everyday environment. This very interactive project, well-designed by an interdisciplinary team, has brought about innovative results, developing creativity and integrating heritage into the community by keeping the building in use and giving it a new meaning in society," the Jury noted.
In addition to being open to the public, Holidays! In the East and West is a programme for elementary schools, containing a guided group-dialogue in the medieval church, a visit to the exhibition, educational games and additional teaching materials for the classroom. This material focuses on the underlying everyday themes of these holidays to make them relevant to today's children. Partnerships with five primary school organisations increase the exhibition's potential to firmly embed interreligious understanding through dialogue and play in the standard curriculum of these schools.
The Jury praised this child-centred approach of promoting intercultural togetherness: "This project demonstrates how to deal with very common heritage, the reuse of which is not always obvious. It places heritage buildings within everyday life and creates dialogue between this heritage and contemporary issues in daily life. It promotes a common cultural understanding with a focus on the celebratory part of life and families. It is child-centred and gives agency to children which is the best way to promote togetherness."
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1000 Things: Week 3 Summary - Goodbye Chaos, Hello Peace!
Constant rainy weather has prevented me from putting give away items out by the kerb, but I'm still gathering them up into boxes, ready for when I can give them away. In the 3rd week of my "campaign" to eliminate the unnecessary from our home, I identified another 76 items to give away, and 74 to sell - a total of 150 for the week, and 989 so far over the last 3 weeks!
From this point out, I'm going to need to change the way I do this each day. Because I have other areas in my life I also need to focus on, I've decided to schedule in 1 hour each day for decluttering, and rather than just focusing on items to give away or sell, I need to focus on completely decluttering or dealing with a particular part of the house in that time. So some days it may mean I eliminate a lot of trash or recycling, but don't add much to the give away/sell totals. And that's just fine, and probably natural at this point in the process - the initial easy-to-deal-with areas (piles, boxes, surfaces) have been gone over once. Now I need to do things like finish reorganizing my filing and paperwork, dealing with piles of mending and ironing, work my way through cupboards and shelves more slowly and make more considered decisions about what they contain and so forth.
Eliminating clutter and excess is very like peeling an onion - there are layers. The outer layer is the obvious stuff lying around, or those things already waiting for you to deal with them in boxes and so forth. The next layer is giving each room a good clean up, perusing all shelves and drawers for unneeded items as you go. And then comes the deeper stuff, bit by bit, layer by layer.


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Lisa Mann is an American electric blues bassist, songwriter and singer. Her influences include Etta James, Koko Taylor, Bonnie Raitt, Sheryl Crow, and Little Milton. She writes most of her material, and has released four albums to date. In 2015 and 2016, she won a Blues Music Award.

Life and career
Mann was born in West Virginia, United States. As a young child she and her sister, Maryann, were moved to Portland, Oregon, from Milpitas, California, as an escape from her abusive father. Somewhat inspired after hearing the bass line of the Imperial Guard music in Star Wars, Mann purchased her first bass guitar at age eleven. She learned to play after listening to work by Deep Purple, Cream, Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin. She graduated to studying the blues and began a professional career at the age of 19. After playing in the Seattle rock scene, Mann travelled back to Portland and stood in as Paul deLay's substitute bassist. She originally played a four string bass, but moved onto a six string version to fill out her burgeoning rhythm and blues inspired sound.

In 2011, Mann performed with her backing ensemble, the Really Good Band, in the International Blues Challenge, reaching the semi-final stage. She released her ultimately well received album, Satisfied, in 2012.

Mann's 2014 album, Move On, paid tribute to her mother, whose lengthy illness prior to her death led Mann to stressful times, causing the loss of her own voice for several months prior to recording the album. Move On appeared in the Living Blues chart and made the Top 20 of the Roots Music Reports Blues Album Chart in May 2014. The album included her cover of Little Milton's "The Blues Is Alright". The first single from Move On entitled "You Don't Know," was issued in March 2014.

Mann appeared at the Waterfront Blues Festival in 2009, where she also married fellow musician, Allen Markel. She appeared at the Festival again in 2015.

Awards
Mann has been inducted into the Cascade Blues Association Hall of Fame, and has gained the Muddy Waters Award for Bass Player of the Year three times. In 2012, she was also awarded the Portland Music Award for Outstanding Achievement in Blues.

In May 2015, Mann was granted a Blues Music Award in the 'Instrumentalist - Bass' category. In 2016, she again won this award.

Discography

Albums

See also
 List of electric blues musicians

References

External links
Official website
Mann interview (2012)
"Surrender to the Blues" - Youtube.com (September 2013)

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Living people
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American blues guitarists
American blues singers
American women guitarists
Blues bass guitarists
Electric blues musicians
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Musicians from Portland, Oregon
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Tubular open-stitch knitting of the previously described type is a common find at Viking sites. This discussion began with it because there is little question about it being stocking stitch in the present-day Western sense, albeit with a compound structure. Comparable specimens with twisted stitches have also been found, as has the cross-knit looping that can often be difficult to distinguish from it.
Correctly differentiating the knitted and looped forms is not eased by their often being conflated in the literature of the modern craft known as "Viking knitting." Despite calling this technique knitting, it is straightforward cross-knit looping. The underlying issue is that twisted-stitch knitting and cross-knit looping share the same basic structure. An archaeologically-recovered metal tube made in either manner may not reveal the secondary structural detail needed to tell them apart, especially if only a fragment remains. Other indications of the production method might also help but we lack specific knowledge of the techniques used by the Vikings to make any such wirework. It is possible nonetheless, to test the suitability of more recent methods and list conceivable options.
The post linked to above cites a remark by Richard Rutt about the equivalent Irish tubular knitting: "…the Celtic work was done with a knitting nancy. Complex knitting is much easier on a knitting nancy than it is on knitting needles." (A knitting nancy is a small peg loom, also called a knitting spool.) This judgment would be entirely correct for work with yarn and is consistent with what other authors have suggested about the use of a peg loom for the Egyptian knitted tubes. However, metal has a number of mechanical properties that yarn does not. It is vulnerable to kinks and dents, breaking easily at either, and hardens when worked. All of the methods for open-loop knitting on a peg loom put the stitches under significant tension, as does compound knitting. This can become critical with wire, particularly at small diameters. The method that strains it the least, minimizes the risk of damage.
The stitches on a peg loom are commonly worked with a hook. Although a peg loom can be used for knitting both yarn and wire, a hook alone is adequate for the latter. Wire is rigid enough for a loop formed of it not to require mechanical support pending its being secured to another loop. The process is illustrated in this video where it is named for the tool, but the parent website also uses the more analytical designation "Invisible Spool Knitting" — ISK.
The drawplate is another important implement specific to wirework. It allows a tube to be knitted at a comfortably large diameter which is then reduced to whatever is desired for the finished tube. This means, at least in principle, that knitting needles can be used to form a looser version of the same structure, which is then drawn down to size — but also elongated in the doing. Ensuring adequately dense stitching in the final tube is one of the effects of compound knitting. It also appears for that purpose in the tutorial literature of modern Viking knitting as double knitting, with triple knitting also described.
Again, though, none of this establishes how the Viking and Irish tubes were actually knitted. Nonetheless, of all the plausible alternatives, using a hook in the manner shown in the video affords the greatest economy of motion and subjects the wire to the least stress. Minimizing the number of contact points that can potentially injure the surface of the wire might similarly explain a preference for an open-loop structure.
Wonderful Post, fills in the loopholes in my knowledge about wires and knitting… thank you for publishing all this fascinating historical info .


Will you write me a diet plan?
Today one of my clients came in and asked me a question i hear quite often in my job 'will you write me a diet plan?' I'm going to call her Jane which is going to make the whole article less rigid and easy to write.
Now I'm happy to write a diet plan. I'm happy to do anything to help my clients.
The problem with diet plans that although they 100% work if they're followed to the letter, for one reason or another it's rarely the case. This can happen a lot even when you can see a client is truly ecstatic with what you've wrote for them. 'OMG I didn't realise I could eat that, this is so good!.
Theres a few reasons why, some more common than others.
A good diet plan takes a long time to write, maybe 4 hours so I want to understand why we're doing it first to make sure it is the right solution.Rather than agreeing and bringing it to the next session I suggested we have a go together.
I asked Jane to start by drawing up a week grid and filling it in with any foods she could think of that she regularly made. It didn't have to be healthy it just had to be food. This was the result.
Even with free control we struggled to fill in a complete week with different foods although it is normal to repeat a few. You might scoff but that's pretty normal to see and Jane's not a big girl.
Try the same exercise yourself and you might be surprised how quickly you get stuck. Remember, a different meal each day that you already cook.
Doing it this way we flagged up some of the real issues before we even started the meal plan.
– Jane rarely cooks for herself.
– In the last 3 weeks she'd cooked one evening meal herself which we was able to joke at. The rest had been cooked by friends, family, was a takeaway or they had gone out.
– She eats most her calories in the evening and rarely gets a breakfast.
– Lunch is mostly grab and go.
– She likes to go out for food.
As much as we laughed because we all know 'that's not what you should do', it is what a lot of people do, it is very normal to see.
– 3 (meals a day; Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.) x 7 (days in a week) = 21 meals to cook over a week.
– 3 (number of weeks since Jane cooked an evening meal) x 21 (number of meals in a week) = 43 meals.
To ask Jane to stick to any new meal plan we wrote would be asking her to jump from cooking 1 meal every 3 weeks to 43. That's a big jump.
It's a lot to ask. It's an unrealistic target when you think of it like that, yet if I'd gave her a diet plan full of quick easy meals I cook it would seem perfectly reasonable to expect her to follow it.
Going down the rabbit hole, she would have failed and blamed herself. She could even have feel bad that I'd spent 4 hours writing the diet plan and felt uncomfortable coming to me to say she couldn't do it. It would have done more damage than good.
Losing weight is journey, this exercise was a step. Trying to jump from A to Z is where people fail but as soon as you see the big picture and start going A, B, C you start to learn to take the steps quicker and if you trip you only go back one step rather than straight to the beginning.
Rather than writing a full meal plan we wrote 4 different options for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
I did mention the benefit of batch cooking. Prepping a few meals at once and putting it in the fridge / freezer while she's already cooking.
Even if those foods aren't 100% perfect weight loss foods they aren't the foods people get fat on either.
I don't have a lot of people come in saying they ate too much weetabix or scrambled eggs before needing help. Bread and pasta might not have the best rep but it's often the sugary drinks, alcohol, sweeties or packets of crisps that was coming in on the side that did the damage. When I was overweight it was definitely the cheesecake on a night and raiding the biscuit tin at my nans.
Theres a few things to take from this but to me the big one is fitness and cooking seem easy until it comes to actually doing it.
For Jane this is a great first step. Theres not a lot of pressure to be massively right but she's building up the skills she needs to lose weight and keep it off for life. Once this becomes and habit, it'll be easy for us to exchange recipe ideas and talk about the benefits of protein in the diet. Weight loss will happen. It will get faster and it will get easier.
Snacks: Rice cakes. Don't eat the boring ones!


HISTORY is offering America The Story of US on DVD to every school in the United States. School must be an accredited public, private or home school, for grades K-12 and college. In order to receive your school's DVD, your school principal (grades K-12) or Dean of Students (college) should fill out the request form below. HISTORY strictly limits one request per school. DVD requests must be made prior to July 1, 2010. DVD's will be mailed around August 2010 and free shipping is included in this offer.
This sounds really good, so you may want to mention this to a teacher you know to be sure your school gets it. The request form is HERE.
America The Story of US, which premiers on HISTORY April 25 at 9pm/8c — is a six week event that provides a fascinating look at the stories of the people, events, and innovations that forged our nation.
We order our copy for our homeschool, it's such a great offer. I don't think she's quite ready for it this year, but it will be a great thing to have when she is. There's supposed to be curriculum resources add to the site shortly as well.
Parents need to know that this educational series offers visually graphic reenactments of American historical events. People are shown being shot, blown up, stabbed with bayonets, etc. (bloody wounds and dead corpses visible). There are also brief discussions about prostitution, cannibalism, slavery, Native American displacement, disease, starvation, and other strong topics. All these themes are offered within a historical context, but may be a little disturbing to younger and/or sensitive viewers.


And It Rained, originally uploaded by SwappyIT.
Another shot from My First US Trip stock.
I had tons of Junk, but I guess that's how you learn.
PS: Comments and Critique are very highly appreciated, I am a amateur and any tips would be a boon to me.
Shot On the way back from Charleston, and wandering to find TANGER superstore, It started to rain, and My restless Shutter happy hand started Clicking.


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Converting Shadow IT into Change Adoption
In CIO/IT by Daniel Newman September 13, 2016 Leave a Comment
Fast-paced technological advances have inadvertently opened the door to increased risks from shadow IT. Cloud-based solutions have given non-IT professionals the opportunity to create and implement applications that expedite workflow. Without being able to control or secure these on-the-fly solutions, chief information officers (CIOs) may see the movement as a security threat. However, efforts to squash the rise of shadow IT may miss the point. These unsanctioned applications may mean useful feedback and advances businesses can leverage for further innovation.
Recognize the Prevalence of Shadow IT
The 2015 Brocade Global CIO Survey, which conducted a survey of 200 CIOs globally, questioned how many had noticed shadow IT in their companies. of these executives stated that they found these applications running in their company's cloud. More than a third of the CIOs said that their organizations explicitly prohibit shadow IT.
It's not as if executives are completely unaware that employees are using shadow IT, but its pervasiveness was a surprise to CIOs. A recent Cisco study found that an average firm has 15 to 22 times more active applications running than IT departments authorized. It's a little like thinking there was an air leak in your windowsill and then realizing the whole window is broken. With unsanctioned shadow IT, the potential for a security breach is as large as that broken window. The danger, though, is boarding up a window that could let in the sun.
The cloud has created an environment ripe for innovations, high-connectivity, and great mobility. With an increasing number of companies opting for bring-your-own-device (BYOD) environments, employees are encouraged to use their own laptops, tablets, and smartphones. The flexibility of cloud computing, combined with this personal/business device merger, has recently thrown open the door to unsanctioned applications. Fear of these applications has caused some CIOs to attempt to get rid of shadow IT, but I suggest embracing it—when you do, you can control it, keep it safe, and perhaps leverage it to your business's advantage.
Understand the Risks
Shadow IT is not growing because of an employee effort to undermine companies; quite the opposite as individuals use these applications to increase workflow. And I am not surprised to see it growing so swiftly. As early as January of this year I explained the importance of embracing it. It's not something you can stop. However, you must proceed with caution to the growing likelihood of proprietary data leaking out through one of the many shadow IT-driven portals.
There is a broader issue to consider as well. While organizations are pouring money and time into legacy systems and slow-moving innovations, people on the ground are racing ahead with shadow IT. The pressure to continually produce cutting-edge innovations is more than many IT departments can withstand—they generally can't move at the same rate shadow IT can appear.
Last year, I explained that it is incumbent on companies, employees, and IT departments to be more agile than ever to survive this tidal wave of innovation—and that hasn't changed. With many IT departments spread thin and digital innovations slow, employees take this agility to heart. It is difficult to both reward and punish out-of-the-box thinking and their own drive to improve systems and processes.
Weigh the Benefits
When work environments were hardware- and software-based, it was much easier to regulate applications. Since that's no longer the case, many companies have been working toward stifling shadow IT to regain control. Meanwhile, a few select organizations are recognizing what to me seems obvious—that attempting to obliterate shadow IT is not the answer.
IBM recently developed the Cloud Security Enforcer, which lets companies track the applications employees are using in the workplace. Rather than disabling them, it provides a safe pathway for employees to reach these apps, mitigating security risks and providing constant feedback to organizations.
The truth is, shadow IT developments act as the first sign of operational issues. If tools the employees receive do not fully accomplish necessary tasks, they bring in or create new ones. If companies tap into these, they benefit from a crowd-sourced IT from a pool of individuals who understand gaps in the system. In some cases, deploying authorized versions of shadow IT made to complement existing systems can offset accrued costs of development that have poor adoption rates.
Create a Compromise
I firmly believe it's in a company's best interest to monitor shadow IT, but trying to squash it completely feels counterintuitive. Encourage the disclosure of shadow applications and work with employees and BYOD policies. Lowering risks and making applications secure is a win-win for IT, employees, and CIOs.
Additional Resources on this Subject:
Subduing Shadow No Longer Works
In the Digital Age, Employees Must Be More Agile than Ever
CIOs Vastly Underestimate the Extent of Shadow IT
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Daniel Newman
Daniel Newman is the Principal Analyst of Futurum Research and the CEO of Broadsuite Media Group. Living his life at the intersection of people and technology, Daniel works with the world's largest technology brands exploring Digital Transformation and how it is influencing the enterprise. From Big Data to IoT to Cloud Computing, Newman makes the connections between business, people and tech that are required for companies to benefit most from their technology projects, which leads to his ideas regularly being cited in CIO.Com, CIO Review and hundreds of other sites across the world. A 5x Best Selling Author including his most recent "Building Dragons: Digital Transformation in the Experience Economy," Daniel is also a Forbes, Entrepreneur and Huffington Post Contributor. MBA and Graduate Adjunct Professor, Daniel Newman is a Chicago Native and his speaking takes him around the world each year as he shares his vision of the role technology will play in our future.
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Rango Win 8 Antivirus 2014 is one of several new and damaging rogue security software viruses. It can additionally be classified of malware due to the damage and disruption that is causes to infected computers. The idea of faking an anti-virus program as part of the construct of a virus is not a new one, but Rango Win 8 Antivirus 2014 is a relatively new type of rogue malware with increasing sophistication. Though the concept may be simple, do not underestimate the intricacy of Rango Win 8 Antivirus 2014.
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Rango Win 8 Antivirus 2014 begins by displaying a bogus virus scan result, and scares users into believing that their machine is infected with other computer viruses. Even savvy computer users can be tricked by the behavior of Rango Win 8 Antivirus 2014. The virus can cause other programs to run erratically, or even crash, and such behaviors do usually point to a computer virus. The behaviors will not resolve themselves, and will worsen over time without action. Once convinced of the infection, it is easy to persuade users of their need for anti-virus software.
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Boys and girls may be equal, but in middle school they can act like complete different species. Sometimes as teachers you have to bite the bullet and so whatever it takes to get your students motivated and if coming up with separate science fair projects for girls will do the trick, why not try it?
It has nothing to do with if girls like science and has everything to do with peer pressure and coming across as being cool. Complete teaching guides have been written just on this subject! So here are some thoughts on ways you might get girls who need a little push happy to do a science fair project.
Food – Food is something everyone is familiar with and is great for testing one variable of a recipe. They don't realize that they are testing chemical reactions. You look at sweeteners, leavening, acids or even box vs home made.
Comparing Brands– Take a look at which brand works best, which tastes best, which last longer, which cleans best etc. Comparing to a generic or home made product always adds a fun twist.
Lotions and Creams – You can test chemical make-up, compare ingredients, scents, and again compare to a home made product.
Hair Products– What is stronger, lasts longer, cleans the best. Is there really a difference between oily and dry products? Do hair styles stay put with gels and sprays?
Television– what middle school student, boy or girl, won't love saying they have to watch TV for a science homework? I've even seen kids look at televisions shows/commercials and count the number or times sweets are talked about out pushed at different age levels!
These are just some quick thoughts, but you get the picture. Tap into an interest and you can hook the middle school girls.
In middle school, the curriculum really zone in on teaching the scientific method. They love to have the kids do projects where they question something they run into in their normal lives and then run experiments. This gives them practice coming up with a specific question and then creating a hypothesis ( prediction) that you can prove or not with the experiment. This makes a middle school science project different than elementary.
What works great for middle school science project for girls (and boys too) is when the predictions can be outrageous, which suits their contrary nature, but the experiment will be pure and just prove them right, wrong on non-conclusive.
In addition in middle school they expect research and written reports and might as well make them research something they like or have some interest in.
Want some great middle school science fair projects for girls? You can get kid tested and teacher approved experiments at Middle School Science Fair Projects…Now!
The internet can be a great way to engage an energetic and inquisitive kid in doing an at-home science experiment. In some cases, your child's school might require the completion of a science project as part of their curriculum. Whatever their age, looking for science experiments on the internet might be your most useful tool.
You can easily search online and find databases of detailed science projects for kids, especially if you narrow the search by being a bit more specific. For example, if your child is studying or is interested in earth sciences, a search for "kid's science experiments, earth science" might yield projects about earthquakes, erosion models, or studies of how fossils are made.
You can also search more generally for science experiment databases like those found at http://www.akronlibrary.org/DBS/SFDB/Default.aspx or http://www.youth.net/nsrc/sci/sci.index.html, where you can search a massive inventory of science experiments with more specific parameters like the grade your child is in, the type of experiment, or field of science. If you don't have time to browse through too large a database, a great sure bet is the science project guide at http://www.24hourscienceprojects.com/guide.pdf, a wonderful resource for finding kids science experiments on the internet. 24 Hour Science Projects are also great as they come complete with the entire topic headers typically used in school science projects such as purpose, hypothesis, procedure, observations, results, and conclusion.
No matter what your child's specific interests, you are sure to be able to find a great experiment for them to have fun doing and hopefully learn a great deal from as well.
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Everyone loves a cool science experiment, right? Well, if you are looking for a cool science experiment, here are a few ideas to get you started.
Frozen bubbles. That is right, you can make bubbles last for a long time. This can be really fun for the younger age group. Baking soda bubbles is also a neat experiment for the bubble enthusiast.
Animal experiments are always fun. How does variation in temperature affect animals? Do animals have a color preference? Are bugs or animals deterred by certain sounds?
Food always makes for a cool experiment. Some ideas include making light with fruit, plastic mild, moldy bred, and yeast. You can also make your own butter in a jar and rock candy. While you are considering the food category, why not do an experiment to see how much fat is in the food that you eat.
Balloons make interesting experiments as well, and there are so many things that you can do with them. Some of the options include; balloon blast off, balloon car, balloon boat, straws and balloons, and balloon columns.
Some other neat miscellaneous experiments include; how water pressure works, using food coloring to change to color of certain flowers, and homemade silly putty.
Nature enthusiasts could try making their own little green house in a bottle. You may also want to consider making a fossil for your science project.
There are countless other cool science experiments out there; it just takes a little research to discover the perfect one for your student.
Check out the science kits that can help you get started on your experiment today.
Heat, did you ever think it would make a good science fair project? Surprise, there are several different experiments that you can do involving heat.
Do different colors absorb heat at different rates? I am sure many of you have heard the saying, "Wear light colors in the heat", why not test it to find out for sure. Do different materials retain heat at the same rate? You cold test this by using straw, sand, paper, and cloth. How do different materials react to heat, is rubber different from plastic?
Along with heat comes the sun, which also lends itself to many experiments. Testing the effectiveness of sunscreen is a great project. You could also test the effectiveness of different strengths of sunscreen, with different brands.
Evaporation rates also fall into the heat category. You could experiment with the evaporation rates of different substances, and try to find things that help slow the evaporation rate.
Although heat may be fascinating, be sure to use caution when performing an experiment that involves heat, flames, or the sun. You should take the proper precautionary measures to make sure that everyone remains safe.
If you are running out of time on your project and need something that you can begin right away, check out all of the ready made kits that are available for purchase.
Behavioral science projects are often chosen by students preparing for the science fair. These projects explore the behavior of a quirky and strange creature – the human being! Behavioral projects are a lot of fun, allowing kids to learn a lot about science and psychology while meeting people and developing their social skills. Before you or your child chooses to do a project on human behavior, check with your teacher. Some will not allow behavioral science projects because of the difficulty of getting a large enough sample size.
~Get permission from a local mall to set up a table/area. The smaller the mall, the better your chances of them allowing this.
~Put a free ad in the 'services>lessons' section of Craig's List asking for volunteers for a behavioral science project.
~Enlist test subjects from your school. Your teacher can help.
~Throw a 'Behavioral Science Project' party, and invite your friends and their parents. Make it a pot luck affair to cut down on costs.
~Reserve a room at your library, and put a sign on the door announcing your experiment.
~Get a local restaurant to loan you their 'party room' during lunchtime. They might even offer a coupon to participants to help you advertise your study – and their restaurant.
~Ask the human resources department at a parent's place of business if you can set up a test in the employee break room.
~Go to church. One of our boys did an experiment called Hear, Hear! It explored whether two ears hear better than one. We were required to get a group of twenty-four adults. We went to a local church before a service, and asked individuals if they would help us out. Our test was set up in a classroom.
PS Hear, Hear is a great human behavior science project that experiments to see if two ears hear better than one. Get step by step instructions for this project in the Bonus Package of Middle School Science Projects.
Earlier this week I talked about our new science project about hair. I suppose, since we are scientists, that I need to call it a Cosmetology Science Project. Anyhow – getting this project just right has been about as difficult as getting the right hair cut for my boys. But it's been fun! And we've learned all sorts of things along the way.
For example, we had a heck of a time getting the hair the exact length we needed it. I mean, hair is little, tiny, and hard to grasp. We figured out a way – quite by accident – to get each strand the perfect length. Our other discovery is finding out what sort of stuff is in cosmetology products. We have boys, and they don't exactly use anything on their hair other than shampoo – and sometimes I have to remind them to use that! Anyhow, I didn't know about peroxide and lemon juice and the difference between highlighting and stripping color. Thanks to some interviews with real cosmetologists, I'm much better informed.
But we're sailing toward getting this package of products done! I can't wait.
PS If you need a science project now, get our free Parent's Guide to a Science Project at 24 Hour Science Projects.com!
It it just me who thinks that science projects were easier in grade school? Back then, you could turn in a replica of a volcano, a coke bottle that spews, or just a science report on plants. In middle school, everthing changes. Middle School science teachers want creative ideas, specific project elements, in depth research, and detailed logs of the whole science fair process. They talk about stuff like independent variables and control groups.
Finding a middle school science project that lives up to our teachers expectations has always been a challenge for our family. We were required to do an experiment based, investigative project for the science fair. There are five types of science projects, but most internet sites and books had projects that were actually demonstrations or models. It's very important that you read the directions from your teacher and/or the science fair, and make sure that the project your child chooses fits into the right category – especially in middle school.
2. Demonstration projects – In this type of project a student demonstrate a scientific principle, and lots of time the teacher wants it presented in front of the class as an oral report. There is no true experiment performed, because there won't be a control or different variables.
Find all sorts of science projects with our excellent guides, including middle school science projects.
It's not an easy thing to find! Science projects that are easy often don't meet the requirements of the teacher or the science fair. And projects that are fast often aren't enough to teach your child anything. We know. With four boys, our family has waited until the last minute to do a science project more than once. But the good news is that there really are good – and even fun – middle school science experiments that can be done quickly and easily.
1. Find out exactly what type of project your child needs. Some elementary school teachers want a demonstration science project that the child can present to the class. Some teachers want a science report. Occasionally, scientific models or nature collections will be allowed. Most teachers, however, want an experiment based science project that follows the scientific method.
2. Ask your child for several ideas. He or she will be the scientist, after all!
3. Do an internet or library search for "science projects on…" You may find exactly what you need this way. Make a list of possible projects. Go ahead and discard projects that are on advanced chemistry.
4. Take a look at the ingredients and equipment. If there are items not readily available or are wickedly expensive, you'll know that project isn't for you. There are plenty of experiments that can be done with things in the home, or at the supermarket.
5. Find out how long the project takes. If it takes more than two or three days, you probably want to reconsider. The ideal easy science project will not take more than a few hours, in case something goes wrong and you have to repeat. And unfortunately, this does happen.
Although an easy science project isn't always easy to find, you and your child can work together to find a project that is easy to do, but also educational and fun! If you need more help in finding your easy project, visit 24 Hour Science Projects.
To heck with science. Every middle school kid wants to do a science project that is fun. Surprisingly, most teachers share this view. A student learns more from a science project when he or she is interested in the topic, and is having fun doing it.
Of course, a fun science project isn't the final goal. The real purpose of a science project – not just in middle school – is to teach the child about the wonderful world of science. To do that, teachers and science fair administrators usually have strict guidelines about what a project or experiment must include. Experiments follow the scientific method. Demonstrations must explain a scientific principle. All projects must include research and references.
1. Explain the concept of density. Pour water, Karo syrup, rubbing alcohol, and vegetable oil into a tall container. Watch how they layer. Then drop in different items, like a penny, a cork, a Lego or a candle, and see where they float – or sink. The concept of density is advanced enough for middle schoolers, but can still be understood by kindergartners.
2. Demonstrate how yeast gives off gas. Put yeast in a bottle of warm water, top it a balloon, and watch the balloon fill up with gas. This project can be done as a demonstration in front of the class, or as an fun science experiment.
3. Show how a chemical reaction can be hurried. Plop Alka Seltzer into a cup of water and time it. Then crush the Alka Seltzer, and watch it fizz even faster after you put it into a cup of water. Still another time, reduce the amount of water, add Alka Selter, and see how fast it dissolves. This is a demonstration science project, and is terrific to wow even the most bored middle schoolers.
4. Find out how a chicken egg is a cell with a selectively permeable membrane. Soak a raw egg in vinegar for a weekend. The shell will come off. Then put the egg into dark syrup and watch what happens! This is another fun science project that can be done as an investigation or a demonstration.
5. Experiment with static cling. Rub a sheet of plexiglass with a wool sock, then show how balloons and hair stick to it. Or, try make a ball of aluminum foil dance, as shown in this You-Tube video.
Step by step instructions for these projects are available at 24 Hour Science Projects. You'll also find all sorts of reference materials to help with the science involved – not to mention creating that all important science project board. We'll definitely be able to steer you in the right direction as you search for fun science projects.
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