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Monotheism in the Quran - Part 3
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Prophets' Mission
The function of the Prophets is to prevent man from receiving false satisfaction of his true feelings. In this regard we have before us the example of a mother who does not allow her child to take all types of food. A passing glance over the history tells us how without the guidance of the Prophets, people had to face untold miseries and hardships.
Is Obedience a Negation of Man's Freedom?
Sometimes it is thought that inviting people to the worship of Allah by the Prophets and Divine religions is to deprive man of his freedom. But one has to ponder over the fact that man has been so created that without love and affection, devotion, mutual cooperation and hoping for the best, he cannot continue his life. The feeling or urge of love and devotion is inherent in his nature. If through the intermediary of the Prophets, this tendency of man had not been properly bridled, he would have started worshipping idols, stars, heavenly bodies, heroes and despots. Therefore, man's obedience and devotion to Allah is not against his freedom but it is a means of satiating man's inherent devotion to Allah and consequently preventing him from going astray.
Crux of the Problem
Now we revert to the crux of the problem. The Divine Outlook on the Universe and the implicit faith in Allah have an instinctive base. That is to say the awareness of dependence on the Supreme Being is inherently present in man though at times he thinks whether this Supreme Being is Allah, the Creator or it is Nature itself.
However, the main problem is the man's awareness of his dependence. The Divine Approach to the Universe is compatible with man's disposition, for it considers the entire set-up of the Universe under the control of a super-natural power and this goes to prove the correct stand of the Divine Outlook by man.
The third important factor which supports the Divine Outlook is that man has been endowed with a feeling of love and hope as well as a sense of responsibility. If a student of a school realizes that his efforts would not go waste and that even the one hundredth part of the marks he has gained would be counted and his reasonable explanation would be considered, he would continue his studies with perfect zeal and enthusiasm.
In the Divine Outlook on Universe man believes that he is under the constant surveillance and guidance of Allah, that his explanation for his lapses is acceptable, that not even an iota of his good or bad deeds could be overlooked, that all his noble deeds are to be rewarded by Allah and that he would be compensated in Paradise for the sacrifice of his life and property. Thus on the one hand the invisible great support of Divine Power and on the other the prevention from doubts, suspicions, lapses, acts of commission or omission repose in man's heart an ever-glowing hope.
The Holy Qur'an has condemned the following forms of faith and inclinations:
Doubtful and Temporary Tendency
1. Whenever one finds himself in a grave danger and foresees annihilation, he starts remembering Allah by imploring: "O Allah!", and as soon as that danger is over, he forgets all about it, and starts associating Allah with others and thus falls in the ditch of polytheism. The Holy Qur'an says:
When they sail in a boat, they sincerely pray to Allah with pure faith. But when We bring them safely on land, they start considering things equal to Allah! (29:65)
2. Sometimes their faith which is adopted without any reasoning, or considering the Divine signs, they follow the faith of their ancestors just like idolaters who used to tell the Prophets that they had adopted their faith in obedience to their ancestors. The Holy Qur'an condemns their blind faith and says:
They said, we found our fathers doing so. (26:74)
3. Sometimes their faith is not true but is meant for outward show. The Holy Qur'an says:
The Bedouin Arabs say, 'We are Believers'. Tell them, 'you are not believers, but you should say that you are Muslims. In fact belief has not entered your hearts '. (49:14)
4. Sometimes their faith is without action and deeds. Although these sort of people believe but they are slack in their actions. The Holy Qur'an has condemned such people at several places.
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Mercury's core more complex than expected
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Latest research has revealed new finding regarding Mercury, which presents another picture of the planet. Findings show about the interior topography and the mysterious radar bright material in the permanently shadowed areas near the poles. Mercury's core is larger than expected-almost 85 percent of the planetary radius. All have happened by the pictures sent by MESSENGER spacecraft, which was on the mission for study Mercury.
It is noted that MESSENGER (Mercury Surface, Space Environment, Geochemistry, and Ranging) spacecraft has completed its one-year primary mission orbiting Mercury and capturing nearly 100,000 images. Spacecraft has also recorded data and reveals new information about the planet.
UC Santa Barbara physics professor emeritus Stanton Peale, who devised the procedure used for detecting whether or not Mercury had a liquid core says that Mercury is the last unexplored planet and the way Mercury was formed may show some constraints on the formation of the solar system. Mercury's core is larger than expected-almost 85 percent of the planetary radius. The Earth's core, in contrast, is just over half of the planet's radius. Findings shows that The scientists, led by MIT researchers David E. Smith and Maria T. Zuber, also found that Mercury's solid outer core and liquid inner core contain more iron than Earth, relative to the whole planet, which influences the way Mercury's magnetic field was generated. However, Peale noted that the surface is comprised of lighter elements.
Santa says that we didn't expect so much sulfur and there was almost no iron found on the surface of the planet. With no iron, the volcanic surface rocks are too light to have come from a mantle with the large average density derived for the internal structure.
This led to the concept of a two-layer mantle-with a light upper silicate layer, which could provide the low-density surface material-over a dense iron sulphide layer.
In the larger picture, the presence of inordinately large amounts of sulphur on the surface indicates that Mercury's formation was not as orderly as some scientists had previously assumed, according to Peale. It has been says that Mercury is composed of material that had condensed over a wide range from the Sun, he added.
Apart from this the spacecraft in which it has been shows that has revealed many other findings a smaller spread in elevations compared to those of Mars or the Moon.
Other findings include a precise topographic model of the planet's northern hemisphere, which reveals a smaller spread in elevations compared to those of Mars or the Moon.
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A beach is one of the biggest attractions of any vacation. The perfect image of powdery white sand and crystal blue warm waters remain the dream of many travelers. There are many beaches that live up to this dream and they are found all over the world. Some of these beaches are remote and provide a haven for those who want to get away from it all, and others are in cities and have a whole host of activities for thrill seekers.
However, there is an equal number of beaches that should be avoided. Reports of beaches with pollution and rubbish are famous from news reports. However, natural hazards are also prevalent. After all, many creepy crawlies regard the beach as their home and we are the invaders. Some of these are simply annoying, others can be scary. It is not only the sea that can be dangerous, but the beach can also provide just as many opportunities to be bitten or stung.
The water is an obvious habitat for sharks, jellyfish, and other creepy crawlies. Swimmers and surfers take to the waters at their own risk on beaches that are notorious for being a perfect habitat for these creatures.
This area is so highly populated with sharks, it is known as 'shark alley.' It's a beautiful coast with lovely resorts dotted with fishing villages but is also one of the shark capitals of the world. There are the hugely popular and greatly feared great white sharks, and shark cage diving is a popular tourist attraction for those that fancy a closer look.
While is might not be an ideal place for a spot of holiday swimming, for shark enthusiasts it is heaven. If the cage diving is too extreme, locals will take tourists on boat trips where they can watch the creatures devour local seals, all from the safety of the boat.
Up to four crocodiles, a week are caught in Darwin Bay, making it a potentially dangerous spot for a dip in the sea. Those that do brave the ocean are warned not to venture beyond their depth, not only for fear of crocodiles but riptides and sharks.
The mangroves around the harbor are a heaven for the crocodiles, so they should be avoided at all costs. However, there are plenty of safe pools to swim in, and paddling is certainly an option, as long as there aren't too many jellyfish!
North Goa is a popular destination for many travelers, and the beaches are famous for their beauty and warm waters. However, at Calangute, there are some extra visitors on the beach apart from tourists. Each day, two herds of cattle park themselves at the entrance to the beach and wander back and forth as they please among the sunseekers.
Owners don't have the manpower to rein the beasts in, and cows will do what cows need to do, beach or not. This can have some rather unpleasant consequence for those who venture onto the beach without shoes!
Repulse Bay may not sound inviting, but it has some of the finest real estate and beach opportunities in Hong Kong. However, there are some unwelcome attractions on the beach itself. Apart from stray rubbish and the odd dead fish, the sea water is infested with algae.
There are numerous construction sites nearby and the waste from these sites runs into the sea forming toxic algae and bacteria. According to Destinationtips, the sand has turned a greyish color, thanks to the liposuction fat from nearby clinics!
The cooling waters of Pelee Island may look inviting, but they often hide a surprise. Blue-green algae grow nearby and can infest the water with toxic bacteria that can cause skin and stomach problems.
Winds blow the algae towards the beach and contaminate local drinking water. When the algae are in full force, the shore of the beach can be seen to be blue-green in color, warning visitors to keep away. The algae form naturally with the right conditions, which are a constant hazard at Pelee Island. Exposure to the algae can cause problems, even if fish is eaten from contaminated waters.
This Florida beach is a popular haunt for swimmers and surfers, but also for shark hunters. It is one of the most shark infested stretches of sea in the world and has become a tourist destination for those who want to see the devilish beasts.
However, the dark side of this is the number of tourists who venture into the water and suffer shark bites or even worse. Florida is prone to hurricanes and this can make the sea water warmer than usual, providing a perfect environment for sharks to bask.
There have been many shark attacks on Reunion Island, some of them tragically have been fatal. It has discouraged many surfers from attempting to catch a wave in the area and even prompted calls for a cull in the area. Surfing was banned for a time, but the lure of the waves was too great for many surfers.
It's a beautiful paradise island and should be a holiday destination of dreams. However, its reputation as a shark capital has deterred many visitors. The island banned the killing of sharks for food in 1999, and since then the population has flourished.
Ramree Island is home to a host of mangroves that are a perfect habitat for crocodiles. These saltwater beasts can grow up to twenty feet in length, but even a medium sized crocodile can easily kill an adult human.
Ramree was marked by a sad incident during World War II when escaping soldiers were killed en masse as they fled from one terror into the jaws of another. This remains one of the largest crocodile attacks in history, with over 500 men affected.
This island, off the coast of Brazil, is known as Snake Island. There is a variety of pit vipers on the island, which is only found on Ilha de Queimada, having been trapped there by rising and falling sea levels.
There are numerous gory stories of how travelers and locals have succumbed to the venomous snakes on the island. It is estimated that there are up to five snakes per square meter of land. If you are that desperate to see snakes up close and personal, there are snakes in captivity that can be seen in nearby Sao Paulo much more safely.
Parents in some areas of Queensland have stopped taking their children to certain beaches in the area because of the prevalence of snakes. In addition to these hazards, there is a regular influx of jellyfish in the area, which sometimes carpets the beach, giving it the appearance of a covering of sandy bubble wrap! While not all jellyfish found in the area is hazardous, the notorious box jellyfish has been found north of Mackay, and that is seriously venomous.
Queensland beaches have also played host to venomous sea lizards, which has led to the closure of beaches such as Coolangatta. Biting blue bottles flies are also a hazard, which can cause serious stings to humans.
This beach is the pride and joy of Turks and Caicos and is beautiful, pristine and like paradise. It has won the World Travel Awards' best beach and been rated by Trip Advisor as the second best beach in the world, according to Visittci.
Grace Bay has everything you could want from a paradise beach. It has the white sand, azure blue water and is totally free from pollution or even seaweed, thanks to the protection of the nearby barrier reef. Three miles of perfect beach provides a perfect location for holidaymakers and adventure seekers, thanks to the ideal conditions for water sports.
This dream-like haven has everything you would expect from a beach that is regularly voted best in the world. It's just beautiful and commands views that wouldn't look out of place on any postcard. The protected area has a variety of flora and fauna and if that isn't your thing, there are perfect conditions for water sports and especially for diving.
The beach is found on an archipelago just off the coast of Brazil's mainland, accessible by plane or boat, but well worth the effort. You won't be surrounded by tourists either, as numbers are strictly limited to preserve the island's charm and beauty.
Cuba has a unique atmosphere and charm. Until 2008, locals weren't allowed on the beach, so it has become popular with tourists, as they know it better than the Cubans. The beach is breathtaking in its beauty, and despite its popularity, remains one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
It is known locally as 'blue beach' thanks to the clear waters that meet a twelve mile stretch of sand. The Gulf Stream ensures the water is warm and diving is a popular pastime. If that's too energetic, but you still want to see some local wildlife, there are opportunities to see and swim with dolphins.
Eagle Beach has earned its place in the top ten of the world's best beaches. It has all that you'd expect, white sands, blue seas, and its own special twist with the fofoti tree, reports Aruba.com.
There is shade if you want it, cabanas and beach huts galore, and locals play tennis on the white sand for some extra entertainment. Locals also have a tradition of camping on the beach, which adds another opportunity for people watching. If you want some wildlife to look at, there are turtle nests on Eagle Beach housing four varieties of sea turtle.
Seven Mile Beach has a cabinet full of awards for its beauty. At sunset, its west facing position means there are perfect opportunities for exceptional views. Scuba diving is popular thanks to the completely clear, warm waters that are full of tropical fish.
It's a public beach as well, so there are none of the annoying cordoned off areas that 'belong' to individual hotels. This means that if you are feeling fit you can walk the entire length of the beach from one end to the other, which despite its name is actually only just over six miles.
This famous beach is one of the best urban beaches in Europe as it is in the middle of San Sebastian. It often receives accolades for its beauty and views of the city and the mountains beyond.
It sits in the Concha Bay, the name is taken from the conch shell, reflecting the rounded shape of the bay in which the beach is situated. The mountains that surround the bay give good protection from winds and tides, so the beach is perfect for sunbathing, swimming and walking. Santa Clara island is set in the middle of the bay and you can swim to it or take a boat or kayak trip to reach it.
There is plenty to do on Clearwater Beach other than the typical activities such as swimming and sunbathing. The area is a hub for the local community and the beach is host to a jazz festival, an aquarium and a superboat championship.
Each year the beach hosts a Sunset Festival where you can watch the sunset along with street performers and peruse the craft stalls on the pier. You can rent a paddleboard or take to the skies and experience parasailing. If all this gets too much, there are plenty of bars and restaurants along the beach for some relaxation.
This beach is unrivaled in its beauty in Jamaica. The scent of jasmine is everywhere and its west facing position means it is in a perfect position for weather conditions and for viewing the sunset. Seven Mile Beach is protected by a natural barrier reef that keeps the clear waters calm and warm.
The local Jamaicans are friendly and keen to interact with the tourists. There are regular beach parties where you can enjoy local food, culture, and entertainment. It is worth bearing in mind that there are some adult only areas of the beach, and some nudist sections as well.
This beach, in Punta Cana, is one of the most famous in the Dominican Republic and is a magnet for tourists wishing to experience the best of the country. The beach is fringed with luxury hotels, bars, and restaurants and caters to travelers who want to see the powdery sand and warm seas that Bavaro offers.
Bavaro sits in an area where climate change is rare, so it's a great location all year round. There are all the usual activities associated with beaches and water, and also a sandy golf course nearby.
For anyone visiting Cancun, they may wish to take the trip to experience Playa Norte, the famous Mexican beach at Isla Mujeres. The island is host to this five-mile-long beach and is a bohemian and relaxed place, where locals travel on a bicycle or on foot. Many travelers enjoy the local wildlife, which sometimes includes sharks that can be viewed safely from organized boat trips.
The island has only been inhabited since 1850 and was previously a shrine to the Mayan goddess Ixchel, according to Wikitravel. The weather is warm all year, and the island is easily accessible by boat from Cancun.
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Rashid Irani's review: New Year's Eve
It's that time of year. No Christmas stocking has arrived but a hello-2012 has. And Garry Marshall of Pretty Woman dispenses with the straight, singular storyline format for New Year's Eve.
movie-reviews Updated: Dec 10, 2011 12:39 IST
Rashid Irani
Direction: Garry Marshall
Actors: Robert De Niro, Michelle Pfeiffer
Rating: * 1/2
It's that time of year. No Christmas stocking has arrived but a hello-2012 has. And Garry Marshall of Pretty Woman dispenses with the straight, singular storyline format for New Year's Eve. Once again, after Valentine's Day, the director looks at the life and love pangs of an ensemble of characters that cross each other's path and go their separate ways. The many-in-one movie, in fact, has become a sub-genre of sorts, overused in this case to the point of tedium. Hence, we are introduced to two dozen or so New Yorkers, each one of whom is a stereotype. Cut then to an antsy sort (Ashton Kutcher) who has a mysterious reason for detesting every turn of the calendar year.
The femme quotient includes a time-strapped careerist (Hilary Swank) and a ditzy office secretary (Pfeiffer). For an element of pathos, there's a terminally ill senior citizen (De Niro). More star power is crammed in with Halle Berry, Jessica Biel, Katherine Heigl and Sarah Jessica Parker flitting in and out of the movie on flimsy pretexts.
It's a pleasure to watch such seasoned stars as Michelle Pfeifer and Robert De Niro even if the scatty screenplay does not provide them enough time to fully develop their characters. In effect, New Year's Eve is as avoidable as a January 1 hangover.
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Broncs looking for NCAA berth through victory in MAAC championship
Junior guard Anthony Myles has appeared in 31 games and has compiled 378 points for the Broncs so far this weekend. His efforts continue heading into this weekend's MAAC championship.
By Steven Eggert
After winning their last five games of the season to earn second place in the standings, the Broncs and their recent momentum travel to Massachusetts this weekend with the goal of winning their first MAAC championship.
Last season, Loyola (MD) defeated Fairfield 48-44 in their first title since 1994, while St. Peter's shocked the MAAC by upsetting the No. 1 and No. 2 seeds to take home the conference title.
The Broncs (18-13, 12-6 MAAC) have ended as a top-three seed in the tournament for the fourth time in the last six seasons, but are the only MAAC team never to win a title since joining the conference in 1997.
In their only MAAC championship appearances in 2005 against Niagara and 2008 against Siena, they lost each game by more than 20 points.
Throughout the week, social media sites have trended the word "MAACachusetts" to promote the excitement for the upcoming conference tournament. Devoted Rider students have bought tickets to secure a seat on the bus trip to Massachusetts hoping to see their team advance to the big dance.
Head Coach Kevin Baggett is highly motivated to make Rider proud.
"I really want it for the administration, the fans, the alums," Baggett said. "We want to go out and win and get to the NCAA tournament so people can be proud and feel good about being a part of Rider. When you're a coach here, you understand they haven't been there. It is a prideful place and you got passionate fans."
According to teamrankings.com, the odds favor Iona with a 28.03% chance to win the MAAC. Loyola (MD), Niagara, Canisius and Fairfield each gathered between 10% and 17% of the votes while Rider ranked seventh with an 8.67% chance.
The Broncs have been disproving odds makers all year long. They were also projected by the MAAC in the preseason to finish seventh out of the 10 teams.
Despite these odds, junior guard Anthony Myles has been happy with the team's performance all season long.
"I had a lot of confidence in this team," Myles said. "I already knew what kind of person Baggett was- — . someone who knew what he was doing and I would be surrounded by a bunch of guys that were winners."
Rider's regular season was a roller coaster ride. With a new head coach, graduating key scorers from last season and implementing new philosophy, the team started the year 6-9 through the first 15 games.
Once the Broncs started playing more conference opponents, the Broncs finished the remainder of the season 12-4 and rode a season-ending five-game win streak from fifth to second place in the MAAC.
Even though they've ended the season on a hot streak, the focus is solely on the upcoming tournament.
"We have to forget about these wins because our record is 0-0 now and those games now really mean nothing," Myles said. "We might be playing Fairfield, who we lost to twice. So I'm glad we won those games, but we have to move on and focus on our next opponent and do what we have to do in the tournament."
One of the biggest improvements for Rider was in defense. After being 311th in the nation last season, giving up 74.6 ppg, only 63.8 ppg were allowed this season, earning the Broncs a ranking of 108th in the NCAA.
"If we put together three good days of defense, then we should be alright," senior guard Jon Thompson said. "When playing back-to-back games, you can have bad offensive nights. So having good defense will definitely help us."
This week, the All-MAAC teams were also announced. Thompson was named to the second team while Myles and junior forward Danny Stewart were named to the third team.
Though these three players have made a significant impact on the Broncs' success, the team is filled with many guys who can impact the game.
"I think in this team, you can't concentrate on one guy," Baggett said. "In the Canisius game, Zedric Sadler hit big shots, Nurideen Lindsey played well, the night before it was Thompson and Stewart and the Charleston Southern game, Khalil Alford. Shawn Valentine, Sadler, Thompson and Dera Nd-Ezuma performed well defensively, Junior Fortunat too, so it's being more of a team."
With a regular season filled with ups and downs, Baggett is satisfied with the team's progress.
"We did exactly what I hoped we would do — defend, rebound and play as a team," Baggett said. "We'll take second place. I'd rather have first, but for all we've gone through and where we're at, I couldn't be prouder of this team."
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Starbucks' Pink Ombré drink is now on the official menu
Gone, it seems, are the days of just ordering a regular coffee or tea.
May 26, 2017, 3:18 PM UTC / Updated May 31, 2017, 6:18 PM UTC / Source: TODAY
By Julie Pennell
UPDATE: Starbucks has announced that the Pink Ombré drink is now on the year-round menu in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. The official ingredients include Cool Lime Starbucks Refreshers™ Beverage with coconut milk, a splash of Teavana® Shaken Iced Passion Tango™ Tea and a lime wheel. The Tall will cost you anywhere from $3.85 to $4.05 depending on location, but that stunning Instagram pic you get from it? Priceless.
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Gone, it seems, are the days of just ordering a regular coffee or tea. Now, Starbucks orders are in the same category as accessories as customers flaunt the latest pretty concoctions on Instagram.
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Starbucks goes beyond coffee with these drinks, from Frappuccinos to secret menu items.
The coffee chain has really been on its Insta-worthy game recently with everything from secret rainbow drinks to the viral sensation Unicorn Frappuccino. Now, there's a new secret menu item that's got everyone buzzing, and some have even said it's going to be the drink of the summer.
Say hello to the Pink Ombré drink.
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There are a couple of variations of the drink on Instagram right now. The first is made with a Cool Lime Refresher topped with Passion Tea. The other is made with Pink Drink and Passion Tea.
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For both variations, order a tall of the Refresher or Pink Drink in a grande cup, then layer it with the Passion Tea. Just remember not to shake it because then you won't get the cool ombré effect.
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Over time, the colors will eventually blend together and turn into a hot pink hue. But they'll stay in layers at least long enough for you to snap a pretty pic and share it on social.
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The consensus from customers is that it's refreshing, sweet (but not too sweet) and pretty good. One customer said the one made with Pink Drink tasted like strawberries.
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The bottom line? It looks great on an Instagram feed. Bright, crisp and ready for summer!
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According to a Starbucks' spokesperson, the company isn't sharing details about whether or not the drink will be added to the official menu, but they did say, "We are always looking to bring new and exciting coffee and tea beverages to our customers." Thanks for the intel, Starbucks.
This post was originally published on May 26, 2016.
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Posted on April 20, 2022 by Kate Crimmins
Gracie: I absolutely did not put my cat blankie in the wash making everything else full of cat hair!
The beloved husband and I were driving behind someone who would repeatedly slow down and speed up for no apparent (to us) reason. I said, "they must be texting or on their phone." We always make up a story if one is not apparent. Then I remembered my own car accident.
Anyone behind me would have thought I was distracted by some device. In a sense, I was distracted but it was because my brakes failed and I was frantic. A casual passerby would have thought I was a dotty old lady who shouldn't be driving.
There may be some truth to that but not in this case. I was tooling along, perfectly alert, when my brakes gave out unexpectedly. Not that you ever expect that but it's a shock when they do. I remember the split-second thinking and how that didn't work out.
There was no cell phone, texting or anything going on. I wasn't even singing to the radio! Just mechanical failure yet I'm sure people driving by thought it was another case of a distracted driver getting what they deserved.
The whole episode has made me more sensitive to filling in the blanks, jumping to a conclusion, blaming it on something I know nothing about. How many times do we do that?
A long time ago I was in a car with a friend driving on the interstate. It was a complicated exit with lanes going to different roads. Everyone was driving too fast. My friend was so angry as someone in front was driving down the center of two lanes. No one could pass. It was obvious to me that they weren't sure which lane to take. Out of state license plates were a clue but my driver friend missed that. After some cussing, I pointed out the obvious just as the driver chose a lane.
How many times in life do we forget to look for the small signs like an out of state plate, that would help us to understand? Far too often.
Editor's note: We blame the cats for most things that happen in this house and it works for us!
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53 thoughts on "Jumping to conclusions"
KiM on May 1, 2022 at 8:07 am said:
Our neighbor had the brakes fail on their car too. Not sure about the make/model. I am not a pokey driver and it bugs me to no end when a car doesn't take its turn at a 4-way BUT I was worried on my way to a dental appointment and sat at a 4-way like I was waiting on it to turn green. Just mind somewhere else. You never know what other people are going thru so I attempt to be more patient.
Kate Crimmins on May 1, 2022 at 9:11 am said:
We all do that. Unfortunately it doesn't make up popular with other drivers.
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Zazzy on April 23, 2022 at 9:33 pm said:
My dad was a terrible driver who miraculously never caused an accident. He would start cursing and run up on the tail of the car in front of us when they just touched their brakes but didn't slow down. Of course, they were likely turning off speed control but the man wouldn't listen. I used to just assume I was going to die when I got in the car with him. If I survived, I counted it as a win.
Kate Crimmins on April 24, 2022 at 8:02 am said:
We've all known someone like him!
quiteayarnblog on April 23, 2022 at 3:14 am said:
Very true! It can be really hard to be understanding, but it's important to try 🙂
Depends on your own disposition at the time!
Ally Bean on April 22, 2022 at 9:17 am said:
Yes, the first thing I look for is an out of state license. I drive on interstates to get just about everywhere, so I'm on high alert for *mistakes* and have mellowed over the years. Everyone is frazzled.
Kate Crimmins on April 22, 2022 at 10:26 am said:
Sometimes I'm that person that doesn't know which turn to take so I try to be kind unless the driver is a real jackass.
Linda Schaub on April 21, 2022 at 7:45 pm said:
Patience is a virtue, that's for sure. We have so many issues these days with road rage that every time you back out of the driveway in your vehicle, you don't know if someone will shoot your car (and possibly you), or graze and bump you out of your lane. Texting and driving or watching a movie and driving are also commonplace. Driving is not a pleasure in my opinion, not since the family Sunday drives out in the country to look for roadside stands to buy beefsteak tomatoes and new potatoes after Labor Day. The good ol' days.
Kate Crimmins on April 21, 2022 at 8:14 pm said:
That was a long time ago!
snakesinthegrass2014 on April 21, 2022 at 2:26 pm said:
As long as I'm a safe distance away, I'm usually tolerant of other cars. My wife is much more opinionated about what drivers around us are doing (i.e. she fears them!). – Marty
She's a wise woman!
Pix Under the Palm Fronds on April 21, 2022 at 11:35 am said:
SSNS and I always have something to say about other drivers and constantly wonder what they were thinking. It's true about Florida drivers but most of them are transplanted from other states. I think the native Floridians lose patience with all the visitors. We are transplants from Missouri and it is certainly a mix of drivers and the age of most drivers here doesn't help. I can't imagine the feeling of finding out I had no brakes. Gracie, I believe you!
Gracie thanks you! She also blames Gus. When I'm in back of a bump (that means the person is so low in the seat you can barely see their head) I usually assume it's an older person who will drive around 20 miles an hour and get lost on the way!
That's pretty much our assumption 🙂
easyweimaraner on April 21, 2022 at 2:37 am said:
we agree with you… but I think I will be still that impatient girl, who will hiss POISON! with alice cooper at all other drivers ;O)
Just because we know the right thing to do doesn't mean we do it! 🙂
15andmeowing on April 20, 2022 at 7:13 pm said:
I know you are innocent because no cat would do house chores. 🙂
My mom and I always try to guess why people are doing something and eventually I ask her why we are wasting our time discussing something we know nothing about.
I have a friend who makes up stories about people sitting at other tables in a restaurant. Sometimes they are a spy or a call girl or a coach. It's always hilarious!
Retirement Reflections on April 20, 2022 at 7:06 pm said:
Thank you for this reminder of giving others patience and understanding. It truly does make a very positive difference!
Patience isn't one of my best virtues. I really should work on it!
Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com on April 20, 2022 at 6:22 pm said:
I try to be a patient driver… really I do. Actually, I've become much more understanding of others as I become more and more an old lady driver. I'm just not in a big enough hurry to warrant raising my blood pressure getting mad at other drivers… unless they deserve it 🙂
I'm like that too. If someone would rather be in front of me, it's all good. I was driving on the service road at the mall to get to Starbucks. I had about a half block to go to pull into their parking lot. Speed limit was 25 and I was doing maybe 28. A car that had been in back of me on the highway pulls around me to pass (in a no passing zone). She pulled into SB a second before I did. I had preordered on the app so I walked in, picked up my drink and left. I was pulling out of the parking lot while she was still waiting to put her order in. I was laughing all the way home. It made no sense.
The Coastal Crone on April 20, 2022 at 6:22 pm said:
So true! I assume people are texting or talking. Cats are usually to blame but who can prove it?
Cats are ALWAYS to blame for something!
Mary McNeil on April 20, 2022 at 6:16 pm said:
I had a similar experience with brakes…learmimg how to drive when you have no brakes is a valuable skill.
It is. Wish I would have had it!
nrhatch on April 20, 2022 at 4:40 pm said:
Brakes are a necessary accessory to cars.
Scary when they don't "cooperate."
Giving people the benefit of the doubt is a good policy.
It is although it's not always our first reaction!
onespoiledcat on April 20, 2022 at 3:09 pm said:
I'm amazed how many people I see with their phones attached to their ears as they drive along. Actually I'm amazed people are so attached to their phones PERIOD. They're texting as they grocery shop, or walking on the sidewalk, at a table in a restaurant, it's almost as if it's a lifeline or something. I remember when people said HI to each other in the grocery aisles – they weren't too busy texting or talking on their phones back then…..they were actually HUMAN! LOL As bad as your accident was we're all so happy it wasn't worse. Mechanical failures are scary and unpredictable!
Most cars have a hands free cell option so I was surprised to see someone actually holding a phone to their ear while driving. To be honest, even hands free, talking on the phone and driving is very distracting for me. Fortunately, that happens very rarely and only when my husband is calling as he may need something from the store.
Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread on April 20, 2022 at 2:50 pm said:
Very good reminder, but what would we talk about in the car if we didn't jump to conclusions. 🙂 When my husband refers to someone as old, I've begun to ask – how old, our old, or older.
I know! Now when I describe someone as "old" inside I'm wondering is they are older or younger than me. I'll always be 30 in my head!
KDKH on April 20, 2022 at 2:37 pm said:
I dropped a tie-rod on the interstate once. I had no idea what had happened, but I did all the right things and somehow avoided wrecking the car. None of the mechanics knew how I avoided it either. I was very lucky. I'm sorry you weren't.
Since this happened to me, some friends said it happened to them but they kept their wits about them and didn't drive into a pole! You were very lucky! Hope someone stopped to help.
Honestly, I don't remember how I even got home. I was a little pissed off and a little rattled. I wasn't frightened until I figured out what happened and how close I came to an accident. I thought I had a blow out and pumped my breaks like I'd been told to do. I didn't have any steering, though….. That was a long time ago, thank goodness. I'm so glad you are okay and you didn't hit anyone else. A pole sounds safe, from that perspective. I don't know how you have the courage to drive. I'd be struggling with that.
I struggled with driving for a long time. Still do to some extent. I didn't drive for a month and then I wouldn't drive alone. I don't like driving at night. It also took a while until I trusted the car.
KDKH on April 21, 2022 at 10:03 am said:
It would take me a long time, too.
Behind the Story on April 20, 2022 at 1:43 pm said:
Good point, Kate.
Yes but it won't stop me from doing it again next time! 🙂
I guess it's our human nature to try to figure out why people behave the way they do.
It is. We have to make sense out of things that defy sense.
Patricia on April 20, 2022 at 1:20 pm said:
It is easy to find reasons why others aren't doing things like we think they should…and not just when they're driving.
That's true. I'm thinking of those people who drive grocery carts down the middle of the aisle so no one can get anywhere.
Tails Around the Ranch on April 20, 2022 at 1:10 pm said:
Pets carry a heavy load of blame in most houses. And yet they still think we're the bee's knees. How lucky are we humans. And you're so right, jumping to conclusions is a fool's errand.
I always blamed the weird night noises on the cats. Then one week, all the cats were at the vet (disastrous week!) and the noises were still there. That didn't stop me though. I still blame them for weird noises or how else would I fall asleep?
Chortle 🤭 I always blame the dogs when I'm running late. Sure they're ready at the drop of a hat but that never seems to be any reason not to blame them.
AutumnAshbough on April 20, 2022 at 12:50 pm said:
Spouse and I make a quick assessment of our fellow drivers and then, when we invariably pass them, one of us (i.e., whomever is NOT driving) checks to see if we are right: "Yep, holding the phone IN THEIR HAND," "Lost!" "Old!" "Young male!" "Just another damned entitled BMW/ Audi/ Tesla driver!"
I always check the license plate, too. Floridians are THE WORST.
Kate Crimmins on April 20, 2022 at 12:51 pm said:
We do that too! Old geezer shouldn't be driving (probably younger than us!) 🙂 Good to know about FL drivers. I lived in NJ for a while. People think they are the worst but I learned how to get someplace really fast there.
AutumnAshbough on April 20, 2022 at 7:05 pm said:
I'm okay with fast, competent drivers. I'd much rather have those around me than folks texting!


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Édgar Alexánder Campos Mora (Bogotá, 10 de septiembre de 1976), mejor conocido como Álex Campos, es un cantante, compositor y músico colombiano de música cristiana evangélica es considerado uno de los referentes y principales exponentes en dicho género musical. Ganador de cinco Premios Grammy Latinos por mejor álbum cristiano en español. Desde 2001 pertenece a la compañía musical Misión Vida, fundada por él mismo para promover su ministerio. Es intérprete de varios temas conocidos en el ámbito cristiano como «Sueño de morir», «Al taller del maestro», «Me robaste el corazón», «Tu poeta», «Como el color de la sangre», «El sonido del silencio», «No tiene prisa», «Lenguaje de amor», «Derroche de amor», «Soy soldado», «Cara a cara» , entre otros.

Biografía
Álex Campos nació el 10 de septiembre de 1976 en Bogotá. Es el hermano mayor entre cuatro hijos pero tuvo la desventaja de crecer en un hogar disfuncional.

Desde temprana edad Alex asistió a una iglesia protestante local. A los 17 años Álex formó la banda llamada "Misión Vida" junto a Esteban Machuca, Michael Arbeláez y Freud Romero. Cuando cumplió 20 años logró hacer su primer trabajo discográfico Tiempo de la cruz, así llevaron su primera gira en Venezuela. En 1998, formó la disquera musical cristiana Misión Vida Recordi (MV Records). En 2001, Álex realizó su primera salida del país a Quito en Ecuador. Su mejor amigo se llama Ricardo Torres con quien inició su carrera musical y han tocado juntos en varios conciertos.

En el año 2002 fue un tiempo difícil para el cantante, ya que le pronosticaron un tumor en las cuerdas vocales. Estos debían ser extirpados, conllevando un riesgo de perder el 50% de su voz. Los quistes no fueron extirpados y Campos, considerando que Dios hizo un milagro en su vida, un día antes de la operación, decide orar a Dios y compuso la canción «Al taller del maestro», ese mismo día le sacaron una radiografía donde los médicos se asombraron al ver que el tumor ya no estaba allí. En el mes de junio de ese mismo año el sello discográfico CanZion Integrity Distributions se presentó interesado en Campos, para que en noviembre del mismo año grabó su segundo álbum Al taller del maestro.

Álex Campos contrajo matrimonio con Natalia Rodríguez, con quien tiene dos hijos: Juanita y Simón. En 2005 lanzó su álbum Como un niño, del cual filmaron dos videoclips de las canciones «Sueño de morir» y «Quiero, siento y pienso» en San Petersburgo, bajo el sello discográfico de CanZion. En 2006, Álex Campos lanzó al mercado su álbum en vivo, Acústico, el sonido del silencio. El 29 de julio de 2008 lanzó su sexta producción discográfica, Cuidaré de ti que recibió una nominación al Grammy Latino dentro de la categoría de mejor álbum cristiano en español. Además fue galardonado con seis Premios Arpa y cinco Premios Vertical de su natal Colombia. También hizo un videolibro titulado "Del llanto a la sonrisa" donde muestra testimonios de sus proyectos discográficos, y de su vida personal.

Se lanzó al mercado su disco Te puedo sentir, grabando en vivo en el Congreso Juvenil "Raza de Campeones", con la participación de artistas reconocidos (Marcela Gandara, Ulises Eyherabide de Rescate, Jez, Coalo Zamorano, Antonio Ríos, y Dr. P) en la ciudad de Bogotá. El 17 de agosto de 2010, lanzó su producción discográfica: Lenguaje de amor, producida por Juan Blas Caballero. Su álbum fue nominado a los Premios Grammy Latinos 2011 y resultó ganador en la categoría de mejor álbum cristiano en español, convirtiéndose así en el primer Grammy de Álex Campos. En este año salió su más reciente álbum Regreso a ti con dos invitados más: Sara Borraez y Jesús Adrián Romero. El álbum fue realizado por el productor Kiko Cibrián. Además trabajó arduamente en un DVD en 3D realizado en Buenos Aires, Argentina interpretando las canciones de su reciente álbum y canciones del disco anterior Lenguaje de Amor.

"Tengo muchas expectativas porque la gente de Argentina nos quiere mucho, se entrega en los conciertos y es apasionada. Creo que va a ser algo muy especial, más aún por toda la producción, que va a ser algo imponente y elegante, ¡grandísima! El hecho que se va a hacer en 3D y lanzarse en Blu Ray también le da un toque muy especial. Yo estaré viajando con todo mi equipo, y estoy emocionado y ya con ganas de que lleguen esos momentos", comentó Álex Campos.

En 13 años de carrera musical Álex ha trabajado con reconocidos cantantes de música cristiana como Marcos Witt, Jesús Adrián Romero, y Funky; ha tenido invitados reconocidos en sus álbumes como Jez, Ulises Eyherabide, de la banda cristiana de Argentina Rescate, Marcela Gándara, Lilly Goodman, Coalo Zamorano, Fonseca, Danilo Montero, entre otros y ha realizado giras en más de 26 países.

En el año 2013 ganó un Grammy Latino. El 19 de noviembre en la 16.ª celebración de los Grammy Latinos 2015 ganarían el premio Mejor Álbum de Música Cristiana por "Derroche de Amor".

En noviembre de 2020, Soldados es premiado con el Latin Grammy como el mejor álbum cristiano del año durante la 21ª celebración de los Premios Grammy Latinos consiguiendo así su 5.º Grammy latino por mejor álbum cristiano.

En 2021, presentó su álbum Renovado, que contiene nuevas versiones de sus primeras canciones. Además, superó un millón de reproducciones con su sencillo «No dejes que caiga», canción para su próximo proyecto discográfico.

Controversias

Concierto en la Ciudad del Vaticano
Luego de su participación en la clausura del cuarto congreso del proyecto Scholas Occurrentes, celebrada en el Aula Pablo VI de la Ciudad del Vaticano el 4 de febrero de 2015, el intérprete y compositor evangélico Álex Campos ha recibido varias críticas por haber realizado un dueto con el también cantautor Martín Valverde, quien es católico.

Frente al descontento por parte de la comunidad protestante que rechazó su participación en la Ciudad del Vaticano, Campos ha comentado sobre el valor ecuménico de su presentación en el Aula Pablo VI:

Discografía

Videoclips

 No oficiales (Videos de Backing)
 Pinta el mundo
 Me dijo

Colaboraciones
 La Bendición-Latinoamérica (Marcela Gándara, Evan Craft y Christine D´Clario junto muchos más)
 «Si tú no estás», de Lali Torres
 «No vuelvo pa' atrás», de Funky
 «Razones pa' vivir», de Jesús Adrián Romero
 «Amor eterno», de Marcos Witt
 «Eres todo para mí», de Generación 12
 «No podré vivir sin ti», de Luis Campos
 «Confiaré», de Coalo Zamorano
 «Mi destino», de Oswaldo Burruel
 «Me has conocido», de Jacobo Ramos
 «Tu fidelidad», «Fiel» y «Tú has sido fiel», de Marcos Witt
 «Junto a ti», de Alternativa
 «Dios poderoso», «Gracias», «Abre mis ojos» y «Te alabaré» de Hillsong
 «Dile a ese gigante», de Danny Berrios
 «Me amas», de Lilly Goodman
 «Así es tu amor», de David Scarpeta
 «Espíritu Santo», de Su Presencia
 «Me dijo», de Bichos Freak de Su Presencia
 «Dios Creó», de Bichos Freak de Su Presencia
 «Cuidare de ti», de Bichos Freak de Su Presencia
 «Manos en alto», de Bichos Freak de Su Presencia
 «Imparable», de Banda Cree
 «Fue la mano de Dios», de Thalles Roberto
 «El sonido del silencio», de Jorge Celedón
 «Quiero ser como tú», de Redimi2
 «No cambiaría», de Thiago Holanda
 «Pinceladas», de Sara Borraez
 «Indudablemente», de Rescate
 «Respiro tu nombre», «Te amo», «Tu presencia es el cielo», de Israel Houghton
 «Sin Miedo», de Hernán de Arco
 «Libre soy», de Juan Muñoz
 «Libre soy», de Barak
 «Ella», de Karina Moreno
 «En la quietud de la noche», de Deluz
 «Tú me llamas», de Deluz
 «Soy libre», de Nathan Ironside
 «Sol, detente», de Álvaro López & ResqBand
 «Agradecido», de Ray Alonso
 «Mi vida eres Jesús», de Gerry Márquez
 «Mi casa es tu casa», de Evan Craft
 «Me llevas más alto», de DJ PV y Redimi2
 «Tan sólo una orden», de Thalles Roberto
 «Lleno del Espíritu Santo», de Thalles Roberto
 «Colombia Justa Libres», junto a Luis Campos

Premios y nominaciones
* Junto a otros artistas.

Giras
 Tour Te Puedo Sentir
 Tour Lenguaje de Amor
 Tour Regreso a Ti
 Tour Derroche de Amor
 Tour Momentos
 Tour Soy Soldado
 Renovado Tour

Otros trabajos

Doblaje
Al igual que Marcos Witt, Álex Campos no es un actor de doblaje pero prestó su voz en la serie de televisión Angels Wars.

Libros
Su videolibro "Del llanto a la sonrisa" fue una producción realizada para dar a conocer mucho más sobre su vida. En él se encuentran confesiones, entrevistas, etc.  Su segundo libro titulado "Poemas de Dios" fue lanzado en abril de 2014. El autor explica -según él-  como es la adoración genuina de todos los días en un cristiano que verdaderamente ama a Dios.

Véase también
 El Lugar de Su Presencia
 Góspel

Referencias

Enlaces externos
 AlexCampos.com

Nacidos en Bogotá
Cantantes de música cristiana de Colombia
Cantantes en español
Pentecostales de Colombia
Músicos de Colombia
Cantantes masculinos de Colombia
Colombia Justa Libres
Tenores de Colombia

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Oliver Payne (b. 1977, London, UK) lives and works in Los Angeles, US.
Recent solo exhibitions include: Hammer Museum (two-person with Keiichi Tanaami), Los Angeles, 2017; Gavin Brown's enterprise, New York, 2016; Imagination Station (Procedural Rethoric), Herald St - Golden Sq, London, 2016; Chill Out (performance), MOCAD - Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit, Detroit, 2015; Untitled (John Cage / Shadow of the Colossus), 365 Mission, Los Angeles, 2014.
Group shows include: It doesn't take long to find new targets, The Take Courage Gallery, London, 2017; .com/.cn, curated by Klaus Biesenbach and Peter Eleey, K11 Art Foundation Pop-up Space, Hong Kong, 2017; READYMADE, curated by Fredi Fischli and Niels Olsen, House Eva Presenhuber, Vnà, 2017; On the Immense and the Numbless, David Risley Gallery, Copenhagen, 2016; Takashi Murakami's Superflat Collection-From Shohaku and Rosanjin to Anselm Kiefer, Yokohama Museum of Art, Yokohama, 2016; Sound Spill, curated by Thom O'Nions & Richard Sides, Zabludowicz Collection, New York, 2013; THE LOG-O-RITHMIC, Gamec, Bergamo, 2012; Oliver Payne - Brian DeGraw - Matthias Connor, Summer Music Show, Fondazione Maxxi, Rome, 2010.
Together with Nick Relph, Oliver Payne was the recipient of the 2003 Venice Biennale Golden Lion for artists aged under 35.
Payne's work is part of the collection of the Museum of Modern Art, New York; Hayward Gallery, London; Tate, London; and Centre Georges Pompidou, Paris, among others.


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The Max Wilcockson House by Walter S White Walter S. White (1919-2002) was in the Palm Springs area from about 1948 to 1960. The architect, industrial designer, inventor and builder was born in San Bernardino. He worked for his father's construction company and then was a tool designer at an airplane factory during WWII. White returned to architecture in 1947 with and worked with John Porter Clark and Albert Frey. He also worked in the offices R.M. Schindler and Harwell Hamilton Harris. Not a bad group of architects I'd say. By the way, White had no formal architecture training. Source: UCSB , Walter White, architect, "Walter White: Alexander house (Palm Springs, Calif.)," UCSB ADC Omeka, accessed November 4, 2021, http://www.adc-exhibits.museum.ucsb.edu/items/show/579. Bates house (1953-1954) The house was built as a sculptor's studio for Miles C. Bates. Also known as the Desert Wave House , it was in poor condition before a recent restoration by Stayner Architects, who als
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Where do you track the price of crypto?
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What Time Does Oxford Street Close? (TIMINGS)
The shops on Oxford Street close around 9 pm or 10 pm. Sunday is an off day for shops.
Oxford Street is a famous section of London's West End. This part is known for its elaborate shops and marketplaces that house small to big brands.
People who visit London always plan a stop at Oxford Street. Now, like any other place, shops on Oxford Street also operate during certain hours.
Tourists from other countries won't know about these operating hours if they don't look it up. It's essential to understand shop timings so that you don't get disappointed if you find the shops closed.
If you are someone who is planning a trip to London's Oxford Street, this article is for you.
I will also include the best times for visiting the area for shopping. Keep reading to know more about what you can do in Oxford Street.
When Does Oxford Street Close?
Oxford Street closes around 9 pm. The shops around the area stay closed throughout the day every Sunday.
London has no shortage of places to visit. From Westminster Abbey to Buckingham Palace, you will find plenty of areas of interest in the city.
However, London also has a rich nightlife and a variety of shopping places. Oxford Street is one place where you will find many things to do at night.
Oxford Street is also super busy, with many people visiting after sundown. Sadly, like any other place in the city, the shops on Oxford Street close at night.
They usually open at 9 am and continue their operations till 9-10 pm. They may be open beyond regular hours if they have a rush of customers.
However, the possibility of that happening is very slim. The people here know the operating hours and choose to visit Oxford Street within this time.
If you are planning to visit Oxford, come in early. That way, you can explore all the shops without worrying about their closing time. I would suggest visiting here around 6-7 pm. There will be a light crowd, but you can wrap up your shopping by 9 pm.
What Time Is The Last Call In Oxford Street?
The last call in Oxford Street is around 10:30 pm night. The closing hours for bars and pubs is 11 pm, so the initial call is roughly 15-30 minutes before the bar closes for the day.
While last calls in the USA are well after midnight in most places, it is pretty different in the UK. Here, restaurants and bars cannot sell alcohol past 11 pm.
Some retail shops have the license to sell alcohol 24×7, but they can only sell sealed bottles. If you want to drink with your buddies in Oxford Street, remember that the last call is well before 11 pm.
Sure, you can continue your party back at the hotel or home. However, you cannot go to a bar after the clock hits 11 pm.
What Time Does Oxford Street Close On Sundays?
Shops in Oxford Street remain closed on Sundays. Only a few restaurants and bars may be open till 6 pm.
Oxford Street has one day off in a week like any other marketplace. Surprisingly, the authorities have decided to keep Oxford Street closed on Sundays.
Now, mind you, not all shops choose to stay closed on Sundays. Some open around noon but quickly close operations after 6 pm.
These hours are surprising because Oxford Street is supposed to receive more tourists and shoppers during the weekend.
Is Oxford Street Busy At Night?
Oxford Street is exceptionally busy at night. It is one of the busiest places in the whole of London.
As I've said before, Oxford Street is a wild place in the city. Its rich nightlife draws a lot of people to this area.
The place is dotted with restaurants and bars that become incredibly crowded at night. Most tourists go to Oxford Street for shopping after taking a city tour in the morning and afternoon.
Even though the shops and restaurants here barely stay open late at night, Oxford Street stays busy after sundown. If you are not a big fan of crowds, I suggest visiting around noon.
If that doesn't work for you, you can visit in the morning around 9 am. At this time, shops on Oxford Street slowly start to open and stayed empty most of the time.
I hope this article has proved to be helpful for you. As a longtime resident of London, I have tried to highlight all the significant points about Oxford Street.
It would be best if you also remembered the time of the last call in case you go drinking.
In case you have missed anything, here is a quick article recap.
Oxford Street in London usually closes around 9 pm. On Sundays, most shops remain closed, and others close around 6 pm.
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Interview by Ambassador Vladimir Chizhov to New Europe
New Europe: How do you assess the recent G7 summit in Brussels
Vladimir Chizhov: Well, nothing dramatic.
New Europe: Aha. Are you disappointed?
Vladimir Chizhov: Not at all. I think the G7 drifted away from the traditional G8 agenda, focusing on totally different issues. The G8 agenda, formulated by the current Russian presidency of the G8, was sidelined.
New Europe: Sidelined because Russia was not there.
Vladimir Chizhov: Of course. And the G7 chose to discuss totally different issues. So I would not mix the G7 with the G8 at this point.
New Europe: So it was a totally different event for you?
Vladimir Chizhov: It was. And hardly impressive.
New Europe: Hardly impressive — we know that. How would you assess the logic of not having Russia in Brussels, but inviting Russia the following day at the D-Day commemorations in Normandy?
Vladimir Chizhov: Well, you should ask those who sent out the invitations, of course. Let me clarify this: Russia was never part of the G7. The moment Russia was invited, G7 became G8, 17 or something years ago. As far as the D-Day commemorations are concerned, they would've looked ridiculous without Russia being there.
New Europe: As for the claims that founded the non-invitation of Russia to the G7: we know that Russia does not admit its involvement in Ukraine…But others claim there are Russians there.
Vladimir Chizhov: There are many Russians living in Ukraine. There are also many Ukrainians living in Russia.
New Europe: Yes, we don't have Russian guerrillas in Ukraine, we've heard this. But how about the recriminations about Russia applying different measures when it sells gas to Ukraine, and when it sells gas to other countries? Why is Russia applying different tariffs to foes and friends?
Vladimir Chizhov: Tariffs are something that exist internally in each country. What we are probably talking about are gas prices. And prices for gas, as for any other commodity, are subject to negotiations between companies — the company that sells the gas and the company that buys the gas.
New Europe: But the Russian state has a huge stake in Gazprom.
Vladimir Chizhov: 51 %.
New Europe: So it's a political decision.
Vladimir Chizhov: On prices? No.
New Europe: No? Is it then a market decision?
Vladimir Chizhov: It is indeed a market decision. Of course every deal in energy also involves taxes, both on the supplying side and on the consuming side. And I will not reveal any secret if I say that up to 70 % of the end-price that a European customer pays for gas in this part of Europe goes to the state coffers of his country.
New Europe: Will Russia recognise officially the new president of Ukraine?
Vladimir Chizhov: You know, you are not the first person asking me this question. And I am a bit puzzled. What do you imply by "official recognition"? The Russian ambassador went to Kiev, he participated in the inauguration ceremony. What else would you expect?
New Europe: An official announcement.
Vladimir Chizhov: Countries recognise each other as countries. They do not recognise governments or presidencies.
New Europe: So you're not bothered by having someone in power in Kiev who wants to claim back Crimea?
Vladimir Chizhov: Well, everyone is entitled to make mistakes.
Full transcript of the interview


Lady Suzanne is the new lady in the village and she has not yet understood that Lady Sarah is just very into dishing out punishments. She is however about to have her ideas changed. After a chat with Sarah and the threat of blackmail Lady Suzanne has to agree to take some punishment from Sarah. This involves stripping naked and bending over in a variety of positions for a real good hard paddling.


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This 'GoT' Prophecy Contains A Detail About Dany's Fate That You Probably Missed
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By Sophie McEvoy
If there's anyone to survive Game of Thrones, it's gotta be the Mother of Dragons, right? Maybe it's just wishful thinking on my part, because there are plenty of fan theories out there that draw out the opposite conclusion. Unfortunately, this certainly begs the question does Daenerys Targaryen die in Game of Thrones? But surely she can't? Who else would take her place on the Iron Throne?
Ever the optimist, I believe she will survive. What could be better than the fiery, badass Breaker of Chains ruling the Seven Kingdoms? I mean, the Iron Throne was forged by the breath of a dragon, after all. To see such a stand-out character such as Daenerys sat upon that throne as a lasting image for the series end would be absolutely breathtaking — and a long time coming IMHO.
But that could very well be too good to be true, especially the way in which Emilia Clarke described filming her last scene to Vanity Fair: "It [messed] me up. Knowing that this is going to be a lasting flavour in someone's mouth of what Daenerys is..."
So what to believe? Well, there are two theories that stand out to me regarding Daenerys' fate in the final season, and its all thanks to two pretty important prophecies.
Let's start with the (sort of) good news for once. Remember the prophecy of the Prince That Was Promised, y'know, "the mythical figure who will lead the world in the fight to defeat the White Walkers"? Yeah, turns out that in High Valyrian, "prince" is gender-neutral meaning that the prophecy could also be interpreted as the "Princess That Was Promised", as The Wrap points out.
Whilst this isn't a guarantee that Daenerys will fulfil that prophecy — or even survive long enough to — it's something to hang on to for Season 8, at least. TBH, there's more of a chance of Jon Snow being the Prince That Was Promised, which would not fare well for Daenerys.
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Why? Well, as the Evening Standard explains, this mythical figure — first known as Azor Ahai — "derived much of his power from his sword, Lightbringer, which he hand-forged and imbued thanks to a huge sacrifice — piercing his wife in the chest with the weapon and causing her soul to combine with it."
And which characters began a relationship last season? Daenerys and Jon. As the two contenders of being Azor Ahai, this prophecy could see either one of them die at the hands of the other.
Is your head hurting? Because mine is.
So, what's the bad news? Cast your mind back to the second season, and you'll remember Daenerys' visions in the House of the Undying. As Redditor Try_Another_NO theorizes claims, Daenerys' meeting with the late-Drogo and their son in the Dothraki tent actually revels her fate:
"Her entering this tent, in the midst of the blizzard beyond the wall, is in-your-face prophecy. Daenerys will die fighting the White Walkers beyond the wall, after seizing the Iron Throne for herself. When greeted by Drogo, she looks at him and says, 'This is dark magic. Like the magic that you took from me. Took you from me before I could even ... Maybe I am dead and I just don't know it yet.' Drogo tells her that he refused to enter the Night Lands without her."
Either way, there's no doubt that whatever Daenerys' final scene is, it's going to be epic. But I'll leave you with this thought: She's still alive and well in the books — at least for now — so at least that's something to hold on to.


Learning and literacy at Kumon Math and Reading Center in DeWitt are a family affair for owner and director Husna Lapidus.
As a businesswoman and mother of three, Husna brings the principles of engaged learning from her home to workplace everyday. At Kumon, her own children can be seen sitting at the instruction tables doing math and reading exercises with the older students. Her 10-year-old likes to help with shelving and materials inventory. And her husband, Noah, assumes the business' bookkeeping and administrative responsibilities.
For the other children enrolled in Kumon's individualized, after-school instructional programs, the family approach works. Some children grew up there, attending from pre-school age through their middle-school years. Some return as high schoolers to volunteer for the place that made them feel welcomed and successful.
Husna doesn't simply strive for loyalty to her family and clients; she has a strong loyalty to the lifelong value literacy plays in our lives.
"Literacy is essential to the community," she explained, adding that literacy helps children become leaders and contribute to their communities.
Now, her goal is to take the work out of learning.
Husna and her staff of learning assistants have the initial goal of boosting their students' confidence with introductory-level mathematics and reading activities. Taking on new challenges becomes a gradual process in which the children are supported at every step, she explained. Learning assistants evaluate the children's weekly progress and encourage them to build new skills once they're ready.
"They need to start feeling success," Husna said.
She regards the parents as partners, and communicates with each family regularly, encouraging them to go along with their child's natural inclinations.
"I tell families not to push if it doesn't feel natural," she said.
Trusted to follow strengths at their own pace, students hardly notice the work is getting more difficult, because they've mastered the requisite academic skills and work habits to undertake more responsibility.
Husna sees to it that Kumon's library is well-stocked with books for each reading level — which students are free to borrow — and she offers reading lists to parents. Pursuing children's own reading interests promotes literacy skills and fosters a sense of enjoyment rather than obligation, Husna said.
Husna's emphasis on sound work habits, persistence and responsibility is no doubt largely due to her own role models.
Born to Pakistani parents who emigrated in the 1970s, Husna witnessed her mother and father's drive and determination to change their lives for the better. For generations, her family stressed the importance of gaining a college education before marriage, as well as the significance of striving to reach one's full potential.
"Work hard now; it will pay off later," Husna recalls her parents saying to her.
Husna herself pursued an ambitious journey through college and graduate school. She studied engineering at the University of Rochester, taking positions after graduation in laboratory robotics and then quality assurance in medical imaging.
Returning to Syracuse, she completed a joint program with Syracuse University College of Law and the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, earning a law degree and a master's in public administration. Her combined education in engineering and law led her to patent law.
Then her first son was born, and Husna's priorities changed.
She decided to stay home with her children. After seven years, she acquired ownership of Kumon from her mother, who had retired from the business.
Husna still spends her days away from home, but now her husband and children can spend that time with her at the center. Watching Husna work helps her children experience literacy on both a personal and communal level, and understand that "nothing happens magically," she said.
Recently, Husna was able to put her passion for learning and literacy into practice with a significant contribution to the DeWitt Community Library. In her family's frequent trips to the library's Shoppingtown Mall space, Husna learned of the library's new building project and request for contributions.
After hearing about the plans for a children's area, Husna and her husband decided Kumon would gift the Children's Collections Area. The new DeWitt library building on Jamesville Road is scheduled to open Aug. 21, and the Children's Collections Area is slated to bear recognition to Kumon Reading and Math Center and to literacy.
For more information on Kumon, visit kumon.com/dewitt. Hair styling by Laura Marino.


What the hell is wrong here?! Am I missing something here? This game is just wrong on so many levels. I'm not a prude, but if this type of game came out when I played games on my NES, I'm pretty sure all my friends be doing all kinds of inappropriate things with the wii remote..
I'm pretty sure fat people like massages too! What about some hairy guy? I think this massage parlor is discriminatory or has one hell of a client list. Hot girl who likes to race cars, hot girl who is getting married, hot girl who apparently is driving a Tron bike, hot girl going to war, etc.
Haha it's just like that game Simon!
I think they are trying to do a public service by teaching nerds how to massage hot chicks.
I never looked at it that way before and here I was thinking it was inappropriate when really its a learning tool for socially awkward shut-ins. Boy is my face red.


Instead of carving the same old jack o' lantern this year, take things in a nerdier direction this time. Here's a roundup of lit-inspired pumpkin carvings to kickstart the creative process.
Did you carve these yourself?!


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