Alan Carlin, the senior EPA research analyst who authored a study critical of global warming that was suppressed by agency officials, has broken his silence and spoken on Fox News about his situation. Carlin told "Fox & Friends" Steve Ducy and Gretchen Carlson that his most important conclusion in the study was that the U.S. should not rely upon recommendations of the UN in making policy decisions regarding global warming. "The most important conclusion, in my view, was that EPA needed to look at the science behind global warming and not depend upon reports issued by the United Nations, which is what they were thinking of doing and in fact have done," Carlin said. Asked what happened to his study once it was completed, Carlin said "my supervisors decided not to forward it to the group within EPA who had the responsibility for preparing an overall report which would guide EPA on whether to find that the emission of global warming gases would be something that EPA should regulate." You can watch entire interview with Carlin here. Carlin has been at EPA for 38 years and until the Fox interview was telling reporters seeking interviews that he was instructed by EPA officials not to speak with them. He almost certainly risks retalitation by EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson and other Obama appointees within the agency. There are federal laws designed to protect whistle blowers like Carlin from political retaliation. It will be fascinating to watch how an administration of the Left deals with a whistleblower who for whatever reason opposes their political agenda. Will they persecute him or protect him? I've had occasion to deal with quite a few whistle blowers over the years and they generally fall into two categories: First are the sincere employees who see something they believe to be wrong, are rejected when they go through channels seeking change, and are then subjected to reprisals, big and small, which ultimately exact an incredibly high emotional, professional and financial toll. It is not uncommon for these folks to become obsessed with seeking vindication, to suffer nervous breakdowns or end up divorced. Then there are the others who somehow manage to maintain an emotional and professional balance while maintaining the rightness of their cause and pursuing it to a conclusion. It often takes years, but eventually they sometimes win vindication, though by that time the original controversy is usually long past and the wrong they exposed has either been forgotten, papered over or, occasionally, addressed and remedied. A great example of this second kind of whistle blower is William Clinkscales, a man I greatly admire who exposed hundreds of millions of dollars of waste and fraud at the General Services Administration (GSA) during the Carter years, and was put through hell as his reward. He was vindicated by President Reagan who honored his service and recognized the importance of what he had done. Bill once told me of his being reassigned to a do-nothing job as his boss in effect saying to him: "Now Bill, in this extremely important new job I am giving you, your task is to watch that flagpole out in front of the GSA headquarters and if it moves, you come tell me immediately." I still chuckle when I think of Bill telling me that, but it was indicative of the lot that too often greets whistle blowers like Alan Carlin. Carlin told Fox that "things are a little tense, but as of last night, I still had a job." Sounds like he is expecting the worst. My prediction in this case is that Carlin will be stripped of duties, given an office that was previously used as a broom closet and transferred to a duty location as far from EPA headquarters in Washington, D.C. as possible. Or he will soon opt for retirement, which will then free him to write and speak as he pleases, secure in his receipt of a pension from the federal government's old Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS). The Competitive Enterprise Institute (CEI) broke the story about Carlin's study being suppressed last week and has posted extensive information about the situation. It appears the story has generated so much interest that CEI's web site is overwhelmed with traffic, as it is taking a loooonnnnnggggg time to load. UPDATE: CEI demands EPA hear public comments on suppressed study The good folks at CEI have issued a statement today demanding that EPA reopen the comment period on the proposed rule on the agency's plans to regulate global warming emissions – CO2, the same thing every human being breathes out during the normal course of living – and to which the Carlin study was addressed.
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When looking for healthy recipes, I often struggle with staying creative. And keeping it fun!
However healthy doesn't mean boring at all. The last couple of weeks I have been trying to mix things up. The first result: Colourful filled eggplant.
My love for mediterian food is really never ending. Also for this dish it's a mix of southern influences.
Slice the eggplants in two equal pieces. Remove most of the eggplant flesh with a spoon. Preheat the oven at 220°C.
Sprinkle on your eggplant pieces some olive oil, pepper and salt and cumin. Cover them with foil and put it in the oven for 20 mins.
Cook the garlic and onion and add the chopped eggplant flesh and mined meat.
Add spring onion, mint, lemon juice and coriander to the onion-eggplant-meat mixture. Season according to taste.
When the eggplants are tender, remove them from the oven. Fill the eggplants your created mixture. Afterwards place in back in the oven and let it cook for another 10 minutes. Sprinkling the almonds over it 4 minutes before the eggplants are ready.
Mix yoghurt with some garlic, coriander and mint. Season your mixture to taste. Add the pomegranate and some lime juice to it to finish the sauce.
Serve the oven baked eggplants garnished with the yoghurtmixture and some extra pomegranate.


Real Estate Agent: Christopoulos NikosFor Sale-exclusively: a complex of residences of a total of 324 sq.m. in a plot of 5322 sq.m. in the center of Skopelos.The property includes three residences, each of which has a spacious sitting room along with a kitchen, 2 bedrooms (one is master) and two bathrooms. One of the residences has an extra independent studio.In a long distance from the complex there is an old building of 50sq.m., which includes a sitting room, a kitchen, a bedroom and a bathroom. Next to it there is a multifunctional autonomous space of 15 sq.m (it can be used as a storage room or a kitchen).The total of the plot is 5322 sq.m. The property covers a 2722 sq.m. of the plot and gives the possibility of extra building.Along with this plot, there is a parcel of 2600 sq.m. non buildable , which can be used as a parking or a garden or as a court.In the plot there is a bbq and various trees.It is located in the port of Skopelos, just 100 meters from the sea front. An excellent investment choice!Skopelos is a magical island of the Northern Sporades. The emerald beaches, where the green of the mountain meets the blue of the sea, make them some of the greatest of the Mediterranean. Its special beauty was the reason it was chosen for "Mamma Mia" to be screened there. You can reach Skopelos from the ports of Volos, Thessaloniki, Agios Konstantinos.


Dai Nagao - a male celebrity - born on Sunday March 28th 1971, in Chiba, Japan,.
Dai Nagao is practical, down to earth with strong ideas about right and wrong. He is orderly, organized, systematic and controlled, and once committed - he employs decisive and methodical steps to problems solving, without giving up easily.
Dai seeks to establish a solid foundation, and would rather use hard work and long hours to build a business or career than search for "get rich quick" schemes. He has great potential for success, but only after putting out effort and overcoming the limitations he so often encounters. Courageous and a true survivor, he is a builder and the foundation of any enterprise, and his hard work and practical values pay off to provide Dai Nagao with the rewards he seeks and deserves.
Justice and honesty are sacred to Nagao, making him reliable and dependable, and quite often - a cornerstone in the community. Also, though not a typical idealist, Dai Nagao is willing to work for a better world in a realistic way.
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It is natural for Dai to think before he acts, to constantly plan the short- and long-term future, and to keep elaborate notes and diary with everything well planned and written down.
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Tour Dai's menu and gain more insight into his personality traits, relationships, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes, compatibility with you and with others, and much more.
Dai Nagao's creativity makes April 25th 2019 a good day for finances.
Otherwise, Dai might experience emotional stress, loneliness, and melancholy. These emotions bring Nagao to feel misunderstood, and may trigger problems with someone close to him.


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Average weather, temperature, rainfall, sunshine hours
In Como, located at 200 meters (650 feet) above sea level in northern Italy, there is a humid temperate climate. Winters are with quite cold and damp. Summers are warm to hot, and are characterized by a good amount of sunshine, but also by quite frequent thunderstorms. Because of the influence of the lake, the climate of Como is a bit milder and rainier than in the Po Valley. The same applies for the other towns along the shores of the lake such as Cernobbio and Bellagio.
In the cold half of the year, the wind is generally weak or absent, except when the föhn blows, a warm, dry wind that comes down from the Alps and is able to bring clear skies and very good visibility. In the warm half of the year, in the area of Lake Como, the wind is weak or moderate and follows the breeze regime (which is more intense in late spring than in midsummer): during the warmest hours, the breeze blows from the plains towards the mountains (the "Breva", generally from the south), while after sunset and at night, the breeze blows from the mountains to the plain (the "Tivano", generally from the north).
The monthly average temperature ranges from 4 °C (39 °F) in January to 23.5 °C (74.5 °F) in July. Here are the average temperatures.
Como - Average temperatures
7 9 13 17 21 26 29 27 24 18 12 8
Min (°F)
Max (°F)
Rainfall is rather abundant, and amounts to 1,300 millimeters (51 inches) per year, in fact, Como is one of the rainiest cities in Italy. Winter is the (relatively) driest season. In spring and autumn, Atlantic depressions pass more frequently over the area, so the rains are abundant, also because in these cases, the southern currents condense when they are forced to climb the Alpine foothills. On the other hand, in late spring and summer, thunderstorms in the afternoon or in the evening are quite frequent (and sometimes intense). During the most intense waves of bad weather, which occur in autumn (but sometimes also in spring), the lake may overflow, flooding the lowest areas of the city.
Here is the average precipitation.
Como - Average precipitation
Prec.(mm)
70 75 115 105 160 135 85 135 115 125 130 65 1320
Prec.(in)
2.8 3 4.5 4.1 6.3 5.3 3.3 5.3 4.5 4.9 5.1 2.6 52
6 6 8 9 12 10 7 9 7 7 8 6 95
Winter, from December to February, is pretty cold, but it's not as cold as the Po valley because of the mitigating influence of the lake. Fog is less frequent as well.
Winter is the least rainy season, however, some rainy days can occur even this period. Snow generally falls at least once every year, and sometimes can be abundant, but it tends to melt soon enough. We can not exclude very cold periods, with night frosts, and temperatures around 0 °C (32 °F) or below even during the day.
Summer, from June to August, is hot, and often sunny in the morning. The heat is less intense than in the Po Valley, in addition, there is a little more wind because of the lake breeze. Sometimes, an Atlantic front, able to bring some cool and rainy days, can affect this area; more often, thunderstorms can break out in the afternoon and evening. We can not exclude some particularly hot days, with highs around 35 °C (95 °F).
During summer, the temperature of Lake Como reaches 17/19 °C (63/66 °F), except in periods of intense heat, when it can become warmer; in addition, it varies depending on the proximity of the rivers and streams that feed it; it is typically slightly higher in the western branch than in the eastern one (Lake Lecco) because in the latter the waters flow more quickly (since there is an emissary, the Adda River, from which the waters flow out).
The amount of sunshine in Como is quite scarce in winter, when the sun is seen quite rarely. In the other seasons, the sun does not shine so frequently, at least compared to other parts of Italy, in fact, as mentioned, Atlantic disturbances pass quite frequently in spring and autumn, while in summer, in periods of good weather, cloudiness in the afternoon can form, which can lead to thunderstorms. In July, the sunniest month, there are only 7.5 hours of sunshine per day on average (compared, for example, to 9 hours in Milan and 9.5 hours in Bologna).
In the mountainous areas around the lake, the climate gets colder with altitude, as you can see from the average temperatures of Mount Bisbino, at 1,300 meters (4,250 feet) above sea level. In winter, heavy snowfalls can occur, while in summer, there is frequent cloudiness in the afternoon, which often leads to thunderstorms.
Monte Bisbino - Average temperatures
-3 -3 -1 2 6 10 12 12 10 6 1 -2
The best times to visit Como are spring and early summer, in particular, from mid-April to mid-June. September is also a good month. However, you have to take into account some rainy days in both periods.
In summer, temperatures can be hot, although many days are acceptable, especially in June. You must take into account, in summer and in May, afternoon or evening thunderstorms.
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Britney Spears Explains How She 'Accidentally' Deleted Her Instagram In Holiday-Themed Post
By Miguel A. Melendez , ETOnline.com.
Published: 9 secs ago
Britney Spears is offering an explanation about how her Instagram account was deactivated.
The singer on Friday posted a video in which she's dancing in front of a Christmas tree, stuffing her face in a cake, smearing it all over herself, chugging some bubbly and plain 'ol having a blast while keeping things festive. While she doesn't say anything in the video, set to the tune of Eartha Kitt's "Santa Baby", Spears offers a bit of an explanation in her caption.
The 41-year-old borrowed a line from one of her more famous tracks and wrote in her caption, in part, "I know my Instagram has been down a few times but honestly I did the last two times myself !!! Oops … I accidentally pressed the wrong button … damn that stupid button !!!"
Britney Spears' Husband Sam Asghari Asks Fans to Respect Her Privacy Amid Concerns Over Social Media Behavior
Spears, who turned 41 last week, deactivated her Instagram account on Tuesday, before reactivating the account on Thursday afternoon. In the new post, Spears also revealed some of her New Year's resolutions.
"My goal this year is to learn to be as COMFORTABLE with people as they are with me !!!!!" she wrote. "I want to go to a wedding this year, grab the mic, sing a song or two, and fall down eight times !!! It's my first year in 15 years being treated as an equal and good God I didn't know about this NO RULE THING !!!"
Her post came one day after Sam Asghari took to his Instagram Stories and addressed concerns over wife's recent social media activity and her absence from public events.
"Social media can be traumatizing. Sometimes it's good to take a break," Asghari wrote in a series of posts shared to his Instagram Stories. "She has her voice and is a free woman."
Britney Spears Posts Tribute to Estranged Sister Jamie Lynn Spears on Her Own Birthday: 'You're My Heart'
Asghari also addressed the reason he hasn't shared very many photos of Spears in recent months, writing, "I have respect for her privacy and I protect it at all times… Out of respect for her privacy, I don't post her 24/7. I ask for permission if I ever do."
For some time now, fans have speculated Spears is not the one in control of her social media channels. That theory was accentuated when the pop icon posted a celebratory picture of her sister, Jamie Lynn Spears, on Spears' 41st birthday, this after months of feuding between the siblings.
Spears has not commented publicly on the conspiracy theories and rumours.
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Judge orders permanency petitions be filed in Carlton County child care case
In a child care case against two mothers and involving 10 children, Judge Rebekka Stumme ordered the county to file permanency petitions for three of the children.
The Carlton County Courthouse (left) and jail in Carlton. Steve Kuchera / 2019 file / Pine Journal
By Dylan Sherman
CARLTON — In two separate hearings on Tuesday, Aug. 23, Judge Rebekka Stumme ordered county officials to file permanency petitions for three children in Carlton County child care cases.
The children are currently living in out-of-home placements. They were removed from their legal mothers' care in January after allegations of abuse were made against the women. If granted a permanency petition, the three children involved would not return to the care of their legal mothers. A total of 10 children are involved in two cases.
Women plead not guilty to Carlton County child abuse charges
Judge authorizes trial home visit for three children in Carlton County child care case
Court removes children at center of protest from Carlton County foster homes
According to information presented to the court, the three children have no interest in returning to their legal mothers' care.
One of the women, Nicole Ammesmaki, was criminally charged with three counts of malicious punishment of a child by the Carlton County Attorney's Office on March 24. As of Tuesday, the criminal case is under advisement by Judge Amy Lukasavitz.
In her order, Stumme said she was happy to hear that Ammesmaki had taken ownership of her actions and how they affected the children.
"Until you do that basic step, healing cannot even begin," she said.
For Ammesmaki's case, the judge ordered the permanency petitions be filed for two of her legal children.
Jeffrey Boucher, a Carlton County deputy attorney, said that therapists involved in the case have recommended that three other children return home, as continued removal provides negative impacts on them.
Melinda Nelms, guardian ad litem for the children, said all of the children are doing well. The two children who are recommended to remain out of Ammesmaki's care are safe and comfortable, and the other three children wish to return home. Nelms recommended a transition and slowly moving to a trial home visit, adding that family therapy would be very important as it would allow the children a place to safely voice any issues.
Stumme authorized continued unsupervised visits with the three children and approved a "robust and cautious" transition plan for a trial home visit to occur, she said.
It was also noted to the court that Ammesmaki moved to Wisconsin, and Stumme said an investigation into the new living arrangements needed to be made before a trial home visit could take place.
The biological mother for some of Ammesmaki's children also spoke at the hearing and was concerned as to why she has not been able to have contact with them. The woman said she had court-approved visitation with her children, but she had been told by county officials that an investigation was ongoing and she could not have any contact with her children until it was concluded. She said she has been sober for seven years, earned her high school diploma and has "turned her life around" for her children. She added that she felt it was not fair that Ammesmaki was able to see the children despite facing criminal charges.
Stumme ordered the investigation be completed as soon as possible so that, if deemed appropriate, the biological mother can resume visitation.
In the case against the second woman, Rebecca McConkey-Greene, attorney for the petitioner, said she did not share the same optimism as in Ammesmaki's case, as the woman denied responsibility. McConkey-Greene said it does not seem like the woman was taking what she needed to heart and making the changes that are needed.
For this case, Stumme ordered a permanency petition be filed on behalf of the eldest daughter.
Scott Buchanan, attorney for the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, said the Band opposes the woman getting custody of the children. There had been issues in the past with the woman getting the children to school, he said.
"Unless (she has) demonstrated improvements, the Band can't get on board for return of custody," he said.
Jessica Sterle, the woman's attorney, said her client supports the permanency petition for her oldest daughter. Sterle was also hopeful that the parties would be able to come to an agreement before the trial in October.
Stumme said she was not going to authorize a home visit for the woman for a number of reasons, one being that the mother violated a protected plan for unsupervised visits that was in place, and when asked about it she became defensive, angry and argumentative, according to Stumme.
"It really raises red flags to me that you are ticking boxes, but you are not internalizing any of the things people are saying in this case," she said.
Unsupervised visits are able to continue, according to the order, but at the discretion of the county, the guardian ad litem and the Band.
Stumme also said it was concerning that the guardian ad litem for the children in this case, Tammy Walker, reported that the children were being asked to lie or keep secrets.
"This case highlights the children have been vulnerable for a long time ... and taught not to talk," she said.
The next scheduled pretrial for Ammesmaki was set for Nov. 15, and the other mother has a pretrial scheduled for Sept. 20.
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After an hour of comments and discussion with over 40 residents, Board Chair Ruth Janke said the township will take the ordinance back to the drawing board.
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Carlton County continues to pursue state funding for justice center
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On Jan. 22, Ryan Manahan and his friends built the pit, which will be stored until the snow melts and then placed outside Barnum Elementary School.
Community Education Corner: Exercise, painting courses and more in Carlton
Daisy Rose gives us an update on Carlton Community Education's latest offerings:
By Daisy Rose / Carlton Community Education
Cloquet man arrested for possession of child porn
James Tuttle, 31, faces two counts of possession and dissemination of pornographic material involving minors.
By Jake Przytarski
Matters of Record for Jan. 27, 2023
As reported by Carlton County District Court.


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India said it is closely monitoring the detention of several Indian students in the United States and has urged authorities there to not deport them against their will.
Indian news reports say as many as 129 Indians were among those detained on January 30 by US immigration authorities in connection with enrollment at a fake university.
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) said that the university was set up by authorities as part of a sting operation to catch people violating the terms of their visas.
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement on Saturday that it has been in contact with US officials and has expressed concern for the detained students.
The ministry said it urged the US to release them "at the earliest" and cautioned that some "may have been duped".
In a statement on Jan 30, ICE said eight people had been charged with conspiracy to commit visa fraud and harbouring aliens for profit.
"Homeland Security Investigations special agents uncovered a nationwide network that grossly exploited US immigration laws. These suspects aided hundreds of foreign nationals to remain in the United States illegally by helping to portray them as students, which they most certainly were not," Steve Francis, the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agent in charge, said in the statement.
'Shining india', so they have us believe, and yet they seek citizenship in the West!
All the criminals should be deported back to where they came from.
These Indian techies come to the US on temporary visas, ironically when Trump has been lambasting Latin countries, Indians have been grossly exploiting immigration laws.
There has to be a difference between the duped and the crooks. The two groups must be treated separately. Interrogating them to help in determining to which a person belongs is fine. Those who have been defrauded for any reasons should be allowed to remain on the US soil with the laws of the country taking their process for completion. The other group, comprising of the wrong-doers and cheaters, should be sent back to their original countries after serving any sentences imposed upon them by the law.
Indian Trolls lets see you justify this issue..!!!
Closely monitoring ? Funny !!
What a shameful exposure, don't see too many comments from our neighbor from across the border, cat got your tongue? but don't worry, the whole subcontinent suffers from the same morality, I hope these despicable frauds are exposed worldwide and locked up for a long time.
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) said that the university was set up by authorities as part of a sting operation to catch people violating the terms of their visas." Very strange .You set up a fake university,then call for enrollment, check relevant documents,call for visa interview,give them admission,allow them to arrive and join that university having collected required fee and after all this say they are illegally in USA. Yet to sink what is the true story.
good deport them as per rule.
@Joe, ...true.it looks like a sting operation against loopholes of usa administration.
many.indians working in.the US as computer scientists or software engineers just have a diploma from some fly by night institute in india, and are in fact fake. they get help from indian recruiters and employees. some recruiters even arrange proxy interviewers by another indian, who gets USD 500-1000 for passing the interview. the World Bank banned remote interviews as a direct result of catching such a faker.
The Indian government can stop making excuses for fraudsters.
@SHAHID SATTAR, .... I'll bet 10% were defrauded.
@Joe, --- This was a sting operation to catch the ring leaders. Some small fry were caught in the net. They will be released and deported their names put on a watch list of people never to be allowed into the US.
@Maboob Saleem, Important thing is : each and everyone knew it : it is fake university: no class : no teacher: no exams: just visa for money: knowing and still have pursue it : commit crime and still fully know it : no way can play innocent: jury trials: sentences and deportation plus doors to Canada and perhaps to Australia: New Zealand and Uk closed forever: since 5 countries share info : remember Snowden !
@fairplay, Like Axact exposed by New York times.
Sir To catch ring leaders ,do you put future of say ,life of a middle or lower middle class youth ,at line of fire.? What was his or her fault.
Even if I grant you that view How about life of most of these youths who joined that university?
@Maboob Saleem, Even one person, if he is not a crook and was the victim of a fraud, deserves sympathetic consideration. He should be treated differently from the rest of the group comprising of crooks. That this has to be determined by the host country has to be acceptable to everyone involved.
Higher education sector in the west is one route in for many from third world countries. It is very easy to differentiate between genuine students and fraudsters as the latter will have correct paperwork but no knowledge about their subject and will look for work on arrival.
@Joe, nope, the Indian find a recruiter after their arrival to change from visit visa to F1, education visa, which is resident visa so they can stay for Four or five years as long as they submit enrollment documents regularly. There are schools in US other than this one which are collecting minimum fee and let people enrol in fake classes. ICE replicates one of such school to create an example. It's not only one, there are many everywhere. I know a guy who got his Masters in four years while driving texi. Iater he found a woman to marry and get green card, only then he graduated.
@Kevin, what did Pakistan do to Exact ? The owner is in jail by the way, his assets are attached and his TV channel that he did the whole scan for is owned by another channel now.
@Kevin, yes. how many Axxacts in India, we dont know. the US blindly trusts the so called indian software engineers, who are incompetent. i speak from personal experience in several US companies who hired Indians. Conversely, the one real IIT guy we had was worth gold. i helped him get recruited.
@bhaRAT©, the Patels ran a big scam from Michigan, they would declare their nephews and neices as their children, withe same last name, as their kids on visa applications for 7-10 years before the US Immigration caught on to this scam. you can easily tell, they all come from Battle Creek, Michigan which is home of a cereal plant manufacturer, hence unskilled laborers.
@Fareed N, true, based on my experience in the USA.
Indian govt will not help if they found illegal entry, activity. All have to follow conceren countries rule. It is for all of us . Not only for india but for all .
@Joe, participating in the fraud, paying money not to study but to enter the US under false pretenses. just as guilty.
Thousands of Indians, are brought to US, by fraudulent IT recruiters exploiting the goodwill and trust of American Immigration laws. Finally it seem American law enforcement is catching up and tightening the noose. By the way this is not the only fraud, in last few years, Indians have recently built quite a reputation, being involved in IRS, Credit Card and Call Center frauds. Finally the truth.
India should get these students freed as this is called "Entrapment" an illegal practice. It basically a police induced crime, where they tempt people to commit a crime.
Not a fair move by US agents.


After years of perfecting her party-girl image, Marisol wants to open an L.A.-based deluxe boutique. Unfortunately her father refuses to foot the bill until she agrees to do a stint in shopaholic rehab. Surely she can survive a few weeks without Dior, right? But part of Marisol's anti-retail remedy entails getting a real job as a nanny/housekeeper in Podunkville, Arizona. Suddenly she's knee-deep in PB&Js and dirty laundry, surprised to find herself just a teensy bit smitten with her three sticky-fingered charges–and their deliciously distracting Dad (even if he does wear discount denim).
Crochet Projects: Step-by-Step Guide For Beginners With Pictures.
How To Crochet Stitch Patterns With 30+ Useful Tips.
Have you ever thought about starting a new hobby?
Would you like to create something beautiful with your own hands?
Then maybe you should try crocheting! Crocheting is not only for your grandmother, but for you, too. More and more people are beginning to pick up yarn and crochet hooks in order to make clothing, furniture, and many more other items for a low cost, not to mention for stress relief, too. There are many benefits to crocheting, and just about anyone can do it. Even those who are never good with their hands manage to crochet things that are really beautiful!
A list of supplies and a description of the best ones to start out with.
Different crochet hooks and the pros and cons of each hook.
The five main stitches you'll need to know in order to crochet.
How to read a crochet pattern and decipher what they mean.
Five patterns for beginners that are written in plain English so you don't have to constantly look at abbreviations.
Crocheting is an art-form that will survive the ages. Baby blankets will be passed down from generation to generation because they were handcrafted with love and care, and gifts will be remembered and treasured because you made them. Crocheting is never going to go out of style and is a skill that you will continuously use throughout the rest of your life.
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Learn The Yoga Fundamentals And Start Losing Weight, Relieving Stress and Getting Peace in Your Life Forever!
Many people can be discouraged from trying it, due to a misconception that only bendy or flexible people are best suited for it. Women who look like they belong to toothpaste commercials with blinding smiles and slim bodies encased in tight forming clothes. Men who look like they can bend aluminum like rubber and arms and abs that make girls salivate. But yoga is for everyone. Of all sizes, builds, ages and skill levels. The great thing about yoga is its versatility. If a pose does not feel right, there are whole arrays of variants that are offered. So, don't be unnerved by yoga because you think you don't have the proper skills or don't have a "yoga body" and start your yoga adventure with this book.
This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to include yoga into your lifestyle. It will investigate the reasons why yoga should be included in your life in the first place by looking at its many physical and mental benefits.
We will offer a clear and concise yoga primer at the beginning of this book. This will get you ready for yoga practice, as you will learn about the different types of yoga and some of the history behind this ancient art.
The vast majority of the book will be dedicated to hatha yoga asanas or poses. Each pose will have a clear and concise list of instructions as well as an overview of what the body should look like at the end of the pose. The poses will focus on types that aid in benefiting the digestive system, encouraging weight loss, reducing stress as well as improving flexibility.
Many people make the excuse of having too little time or being too busy for their reasons for not doing yoga. But the reality is that yoga only requires a small amount of time dedicated to its practice per day. Or you could even decide to do it every alternative day. It does not need to be done for hours. This book will teach you all you need to know about how to truly make yoga an active part of your life.
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Have you seen the posts on Facebook, Pinterest, and other social sites about the benefits of tiny living? Did you know that it is possible to live comfortably in as little as 200 square feet of space? With the DIY hacks in this guide, you will learn many ways to maximize small space.
Minimalism is a big part of tiny living, and it is not always easy. Learning how to do more with less is imperative for enjoying your tiny home. In this book, you will learn ways to minimize your "stuff", including advice for taking a slow approach to minimalism.
You will discover that a tiny house does not have to be cramped and cluttered. It can give you all of the room you need to move about, grow, and live comfortably.
This book is your guide to learning how to live in a tiny house. If you want to reduce your impact on the environment, save money, and spend more time doing the things you love, tiny living is for you.
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Learn How To Stitch All Basic Patterns And Use Them In Your Own Projects!
DIY Crochet: Easy Guide is your fast and easy guide to learning how to crochet and make a few easy patterns. In this book you will learn the basic stitches needed for any crochet project, and you are welcome to use these included patterns to create your very first crochet projects.
This guide is simple and easy to use, perfect for any beginner or experienced crochet enthusiast. Designed for any size hook and any style of learner, this crochet guide is everything you need to get started in this awesome hobby. You can use any kind of yarn you like, whether it be cotton or cashmere, or anything in between.
This is the perfect go to book if you are making a project for yourself, for someone else, or if you are just looking for a bit of inspiration to try something new in your life. This is a hobby and an art, and it will open the door for you to express yourself in ways that you never imagined.
Grab yourself a hook and a ball of yarn, brew yourself a nice cup of tea, and read on to discover the world of crochet, and start making the prettiest patterns today!â??
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Do You Want to Know How to Train Your Dog?
Do you have trouble controlling your pet? Do you wish your dog would do what you say? Are you tired of the frustration that comes from living with an unruly pet?
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These fun and easy tips transform the dreaded chore of dog training into a fun hobby. You'll be proud to show off your pet's good behavior and new tricks whenever friends and family stop by.
This book breaks training down into easy-to-understand modules. It starts from the very beginning of dog training, so you can get great results – even as a beginner!
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You're about to discover all the benefits that the Paleo diet provides and how it can change your life. Weather you're looking to burn fat and slim down or you want to build some lean muscle. The information in this book will help you achieve your goal!
I have personally struggled with my weight all my life, there was a point where I was told by my doctor I was obese, this was a very depressing time in my life. I spent years trying to find a healthy solution on how to lose weight and build lean muscle. After years of searching I eventually found the paleo diet. This diet made sense to me because of the simplicity of it. The Paleo diet is basically eating in the same way our ancient ancestors ate. But in a world where practically everything around you comes from a factory or is so processed and packed with preservatives that all the nutrients is gone, eating simple and clean is easier said than done!
I created this book to help you simplify the road ahead as you go on your journey to a healthier happier life. What you will find in this book is how the Paleo diet provides for your body, how it works and its benefits. You'll learn what the right foods are that will induce fat burning in your body, as well as which foods you should avoid that can have the reverse effect to what you're trying to accomplish with the Paleo Diet. I also provided several printable simple step by step meal plan recipes that show how to prepare your meals.
Wrinkles are a part of maturing. At the same time when you open yourself to an excess of sun, utilizing tanning beds and you don't nurture your skin appropriately, you can increase these impacts. Actually, as per the University of Maryland Medical Center, even a little measure of ultraviolet light can result in the skin to wrinkle.
Wrinkling of the skin can make you look older and feel terrible about yourself. This harm to your respect toward oneself can make you maintain a strategic distance from social situations or family occasions. You might likewise not try for jobs that you need on the grounds that you're despondent with how you look and perplexed about what others will consider of you and this may be the reason why plastic surgery is so common among aging women.
Do you have wrinkles and fine lines on your face? Does your body feel like it is out of strength? Do you feel like aging at an alarming rate? Would you like to learn how to feel and look younger than your age? Don't worry then. All your problems are addressed right here in the 2d part of this book set.
With "7 Secrets of How Not to Look Old" seven different ways are revealed that are helpful in making you feel like a young person and appear like one and seven different things that you must avoid to stay young for a long period of time.
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In Kala's Hands, A Lakota Sioux Proclamation, by Mary Crocco, is about a special young woman named Kala, who spends her first twenty-four years as a wannabe artist. Kala has no talent, which makes her life miserable as she suffers humiliation from her teachers and classmates. Always having support from her friends and family doesn't make up for her pensive sadness. Aware her daily scribbles lack talent, she retains her passion.
Living in Rapid City, South Dakota, Kala visits art galleries and museums so often, the staff knows her intimately. Hoping to work at a gallery is a dream that she prepares for by educating herself through college in art history.
Washing dishes at home, Kala suffers a horrific accident and mangles her right hand. During her emergency room visit, an unexpected visitor appears, Howahkan, from the Lakota Sioux Nation, and wraps a sacred blanket around her shoulders while reminding her of a proclamation declared on the day of her birth. Before she leaves the hospital, her hand is miraculously cured, which results in Kala possessing artistic talent. Shocking Kala, but understanding she now has a destiny to fulfill, absorbs her existence.
Family and friends step up to assist Kala with her new purpose in life as an artist. Her boyfriend, Todd, suggests a trip to The Pine Ridge Reservation. The trip reveals Kala's destiny and she fulfills her proclamation by opening her own art gallery while using the profits to build an art school near the reservation.
Unconditional support from Kala's family and friends, before and after her accident, plays a major role in her success. Life events provided Kala the tools for her trips to the reservation, where she maintains much needed art education for the residents. I recommend this book to readers who like stories of family, history, and culture.
After years of preparation and careful planning, Gamel and his band of forest warriors will confront their most important test yet. With the hold under imminent threat of siege by a superior force, Lady Bella and Gamel's plans are initiated.
Gamel soon learns that no matter how well plans are made, they immediately fall apart as soon as they are activated. Gamel's plan to escape to Ackmer and seek help from the king, Lady Bella's father, is complicated when Bella forces him to take her daughter Izy with him.
This dangerous mission is compounded when the invading lord places a bounty on the child along with the entire forest warrior group. Gamel must find a way through the mountains and get Izy safely to sea while the best trackers and paid killers in the European Continent seek their bounty, dead or alive.
It can be devastating when a family member shows an unhealthy interest in a young relative. It's an issue that's as old as the hills. Dealt with in a historical short story, it emerges as thought-provoking rather than threatening, and shows how love can conquer confusion.
Read The Bookbinder's Brother to see how Rosanne Dingli's stories deal with art, music, and literature, but also the human condition, and real contemporary personal issues. Her fiction is intensely concerned with location and atmosphere.
The short stories in this collection combine diverse meanings of intimacy experienced by a fascinating assortment of characters, at different times, in different places.
This is an excursion into how close, or how distant, two individuals can feel. Enjoy this special collection of fifteen previously published and awarded stories.
A final collection of the thoughts and contemplations of the artist.
One Mind to Another: Relax in a comfy chair, give my book a chance, its full of Poems that deserve more than just a glance.
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Upon arriving at her house, she sees her gorgeous stepbrother, Kyle, living in her childhood home.
The naughty thoughts she has around Kyle are almost too much to bear, and when he catches her off-guard with a public kiss as he attempts to save her from an awkward situation, her feelings only get stronger.
When Leo, Lucy's other stepbrother, joins them for the summer as well, she finds out that he's equally as attractive.
Just as Lucy starts to think her desires will never be fulfilled and wonder how she can possibly stay sane, her stepbrothers reveal that they know her secret.
And, fortunately for them all, the three of them find a solution that satisfies everybody, and Lucy learns that it's not a bad thing to be torn between two stepbrothers.
WARNING: This ebook contains sexually explicit scenes and adult language. Only for adult eyes!
In rural Oklahoma during the 1930's, two boys live out their adventures in the woods and fields of a small community. Jeb and Skeeter are best friends who despite their differences are inseparable. Faith, family, love, and high adventure together create the cornerstone of this heartwarming series.
The first adventure takes Jeb and Skeeter to Harley's pond. It is the greatest pond in the entire county. The famous pond has the biggest fish, coldest water, and the meanest dog protecting it from any would be visitors. On a hot summer day, Jeb and Skeeter are lured to the pond despite the threat of a mean dog and against Momma's warnings.
Jeb soon finds himself as the old dog's enemy. The danger is great, but Jeb's courage is even greater.
Dr. Mitchell Broward has thrown away his academic career and his family, and is now drinking himself to death in Huntington Beach, California. Terrifying specters assault him during his frequent alcohol-induced hallucinations, but those hauntings are suddenly interrupted by the appearance of a young man whose presence is in sharp contrast to the terror of Broward's self-destruction. As a circle of mystery and murder tightens around Mitchell, the presence of his hallucinatory visitor brings him a final glimpse of hope for his own life.
Looking for a way to save big money on your next Disney World vacation? The Disney World: Super Savings Guide has more than $7,000 of tips, tricks and strategies to help you save on your next Disney vacation.
The book is unlike any other travel guide because it is completely focused on arming you with the best money-saving information available. Clear call-outs identifying savings opportunities ranging from $15 to more than $800 are found throughout this book, and they pinpoint real money-saving opportunities for you to take advantage of!
Should we drive or should we fly?
Do we stay on-site or off-site?
Is my toddler too young to bring to the parks?
Do I need the Park Hopper ticket option?
What's the best way to save on tickets?
If you are planning a trip to "The Happiest Place on Earth," do it the smart way! Be a Cheap Travel Hero and learn the secrets to saving on your next Disney World vacation!
I created this book for sharing my experience about Thai Traditional that there are in Thailand in ancient for long ago.
In this book "60 Believes of Thai Ancient Traditional" You will find a Thai Traditional that you never think there are in Thailand.
Pack your suitcase and grab the sunscreen!
Set sail to the Caribbean with a former cruise ship crew member as your guide. Valerie D. Perry provides insights on how to maximize your time and minimize your spending on your cruise vacation.
Your port time is precious, and Valerie provides insider tips on where to shop, what to eat, and which tours are not to be missed. Get extra info via the "Bonus Advice" sections throughout the book. Make the most of your time with "Perfect Day" sample itineraries for each port. Only a crew member can provide the insider knowledge of the "Below Deck" segments on what it is like to live and work on a cruise ship.
Don't take another cruise without first checking out Sea More: Caribbean!
PARIS: FRENCH TRAVEL PHRASE BOOK for ENGLISH SPEAKERS: The best phrases for English speaking travelers in Paris.
Do you want to travel with ease and elegance getting what you need when you need it?
Bangkok, Asia's most popular city, welcomes more tourists than any city worldwide and it doesn't take a long time to understand why. This is a stunning city that has something for everyone, whether you're into nature, adventures, nightlife, or history. Thailand's capital is definitely Asia's enigmatic city, and is a clash between old traditions and new architecture and modernity.
First time tourists could be a bit confused in the beginning but they will get the hang of it sooner or later. The city is full of concrete canyons, skyscrapers, temples, and endless option. You will find the culture of Thailand everywhere – a cornucopia of various interesting smells, tastes, and beautiful sights that are going to be difficult to forget.
Travelers to Bangkok can visit the shopping centers and museums, take a river trip, or enjoy a night on the town. Bangkok's nightlife has transformed from its' gaudy beginnings to a more cosmopolitan experience. These make for the defining Far Eastern urban experience.
On this eBook you will find everything you need about Its temples, palaces, floating markets and much more. Enjoy!
A collection of 30 photos from Norfolk Island, showing scenery, tourist attractions such as the Kingston Ruins, farms and buildings.
Golf is one of those games that you can be excited about playing but come home very disappointed. I have played golf for years now and really used to hit alot of plateau in my younger days and I practised all the time. I realized as I studied in sports psychology that practising out on the course is only 20% of improvement compared to what the mind can do for your game.
I want to help you and show you techniques and strategies on how to break 90 or 80 whichever number you are struggling to beat. I know for a fact from working with golfers that visualization and constant triggering of good emotions, you score can significantly change.
Your unconscious mind knows how to hit a golf ball perfectly every time so all I need to do is show you how to put yourself in the right state of mind. I'm going to show you how to trigger of peak performance every single time you pick up your golf club and help you drop your handicap down. I will also give you course management tips that I have learnt over the years and discuss how important playing smart golf is.
Deciding to embark on a new hobby can be extremely daunting, perhaps even more so with something as physically demanding as a Martial Art. These following pages have been designed with the beginner in mind, and will answer any questions you may have about beginning Karate.
Where was Karate invented and who invented it?
How fit do I need to be to start training?
What do you do in a typical Karate class?
How do you research you Karate Gym to make sure they are legitimate?
Will I be sparring or undergoing other contact fighting?
How quickly can I get a black belt?
I have never done a martial art before can I still do karate?
I'm a woman and want to train. Is this for me?
I have an injury/condition but I want to train. What should I do?
What are the belt ranks in Karate?
Is Karate good for self defence?
Will Karate help me get fit?
How do I avoid injuries in Karate?
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Build Muscle and Burn Fat With These 7 Proven Bodyweight Exercises, No Gym Needed!
You're about to discover how to burn fat and build muscle, no gym needed. A gym has become a place where people feel they NEED to go to get the body they want. Those people are severely misinformed. With these 7 Bodyweight Exercises (and a correct diet) you can get the body you desire for FREE! No Gym needed, no yearly contracts, no need to wait for machines or dumbbells or barbells, everything you need to get the body you want can be done for FREE and all by yourself! All you need is a little bit of motivation.
If you're ready to get that perfect body – and you're willing to work for it, then this book is for you!
In this book "BASEBALL ABC" you will find the kids picture of each character A-Z with detail and very nice story and show how easy to learn baseball game from this book.
You're about to discover the joys of sailing in the open seas without a care in the world. Many people love the idea of getting away and being one with the ocean with nothing but sea all around and a beautiful blue sky above. No matter how short or long your sailing journey is, preparation is a major factor for having a safe and enjoyable sailing adventure.
If you crave the knowledge to be an expert sailor but don't have the experience then this is the read for you. This book will gear you with the proper knowledge to turning your sailing dreams into a great reality in the seas.
available than ever, so you truly have no excuse for not giving it a go if you are interested….
The Onboard Quick Reference Guide is a compact, charts only version of Teach Yourself to Sail.
It includes all the charts, diagrams, and tables you'll want to have on hand when you're out on the water. The points of sail, radio calls, tacking and gybing procedures, it's all there at your fingertips when you need a quick refresher.
A non-stop, action packed military sci-fi adventure, Alexander Davids Generator will have you on the edge of your seat from the word GO! Join Sergeant Mark Aiden and his team on their most intense mission in the Special Forces Mechanised teams yet, fighting a mysterious enemy known only as Ghosts, in deep space while on a high priority mission. Battling this demonic enemy in his high powered robot suit, Aidens philosophical take on life and war will have you thinking as he fearlessly skirts the line between life and death to achieve his mission. This adrenalin charged, pulse-raising master piece of writing with incredible detail and a high-tech space based backdrop set in the mid-term future is a story you will never forget. Everyone who has read Generator says the same thing, once you start it's hard to stop, and once you finish you willl want to read it again and again. So buckle up, because we're ready to launch!
A concise book containing an original Lethbridge-Stewart short story, an interview with legendary Doctor Who director Graeme Harper, and lots more.
Prepper Essentials: 22 Common Mistakes Every Prepper Should Avoid is a must for new preppers and can be useful to more experienced ones as well. Based on research, it provides a comprehensive guide to the mistakes that can make the difference between succeeding and failing as a prepper. The book takes you along the journey of preparing for all eventualities, and it gives clear, helpful and practical ideas and tips on how to avoid mistakes.
Chapter 2 – Where's the manual?
Chapter 3 – I want my money back!
Chapter 4 – I thought I liked it!
Many of us are watching in horror as the death toll from the earthquake that struck Nepal now numbered at over 3,600 continues to rise. At the same time, many Americans believe we are immune in this country from the devastating earthquakes that we have witnessed on television, and that only people living in West Coast states like California need worry about earthquakes. Earthquakes occur with alarming frequency in all regions of the United States. The US Geological Survey, the Federal agency responsible for recording and reporting on earthquake activity within our borders, estimates that approximately 75 million Americans across 39 states are at significant risk of earthquakes.
What steps to take now to prepare for a major earthquake.
What supplies you should pack in your emergency supply kit right now.
How to make your home a safe place to shelter during and after an earthquake.
How to develop a Communication Plan that the entire family can follow.
How to safely return home in the aftermath of an earthquake.
Key steps to take after an earthquake has struck.
You will learn in this guidebook about all of the different things that you can do when a tsunami is coming, whether you are getting ready ahead of time, what to do when you get stuck there, and what to do when the storm is over. There are many things that you can do ahead of time that will ensure your chances of surviving and if you think them through before the storm hits, you are going to have a much better chance of doing well compared to waiting until the moment.
How to get prepared ahead of the storm so that you can leave right on time and get somewhere safe.
What to do when a tsunami hits and suggestions for when you get stuck in the area.
What to do when the tsunami is over to be safe.
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This e-book is for beginners trying to make sense of their new Candida-healing diet.
Over 120 recipes that can be used to treat anything from head aches, to heart ache, to hayfever!
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A Take Action Summary Guide for The Hormone Reset Diet by Sara Gottfried M.D.
About The Hormone Reset Diet by Sara Gottfried M.D.
The Hormone Reset Diet is a powerful method for resetting your metabolism and finally losing that extra weight. Gottfried finally distills why it so hard for some of us to lose weight and what we can do about it. This book has a detailed plan of how to go about bringing your hormones back into balance and regaining your health.
Please note that this summary is NOT the original book. This book is intended to be read as a supplement to the original.
Have you ever read an excellent book that gets you fired up to create meaningful change in your life, but stalled out when it came time to go back through the book and implement the author's recommendations?
Did you get lost on your second read-through while trying to hunt down all those little nuggets of wisdom?
Do you obsessively earmark, bookmark, underline, and highlight, but never do anything with the notes you take?
So do we. That's why we created Action Guides.
That's our goal with the Action Guide series. We create concise, comprehensive reference tools that help you do what the book says.
To support you in this quest, we've gone over the original book with a fine-tooth comb, summarizing all the key takeaways that tell you WHY the author makes their recommendations, distilled a list of implementation strategies that tell you HOW to follow through on the author's recommendations, and finally, a list of clear, concise, step-by-step action items for you to check off as you work through the author's recommendations.
The Miracle of Making up Magnesium Deficiency for Women's Health, Relief and Longevity!
You've heard that Magnesium has its benefits, but you're not sure where to begin.
You may be in deficiency of this essential nutrient can lead to health risks.
Did you know that magnesium deficiency can be harmful, especially to pregnant women?
This book will help you learn more about Magnesium and the important role it plays to our body. You will also learn all about the different forms available in the market as well as different foods you can eat to avoid deficiency! If you've ever wondered about the possibility of a Mg deficiency, this book will help you take control of it and avoid the health risks that are related. You'll have all the information you need in no time!
Body language is one of the most immediately affecting ways to build trust, take control of situations, make money, and even find love. And yet it's taken for granted in spite of its incredible power.
What the subconscious knows and responds to, the vast majority of people never take the time to study and understand. This in-depth look at the 27 essential aspects of understanding and interpreting body language shows you exactly how to earn respect, instantly know when someone isn't telling the truth, and convince people of just about anythingâ?¦ without ever saying a word.
While it may sound strange, there is a lot that can be learned from reading people. Once you learn these techniques, you will never look at anyone quite the same!
This principle is based on the idea that every single thought you think has some kind of muscular contraction to go along with it. Our external characteristics can tell people a lot about us. These tendencies and preferences are thought to be inborn and with us from childhood to death. In this book you will discover the Five Personality Types and how they help you analyze people on sight, through the science of human analysis.
This astounding book is based on an educated guide of becoming a body language guru. In this book, you will come to know what the basic body languages are.
Moreover, this well searched book is a true guide for you to become a body language guru. In this incredible book, you will come to know how to make analyzes and interpretations through body languages and which body language suggest which sort of expression.
One of an astonishing bliss of this book is to let you know how to understand the personality traits and states of person by interpreting the body language. The examples have been given in this book for sake of your understanding.
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An informational and uniquely uplifting eBook about aging and longevity. You will find information about various ailments, supplements, and other ways to enjoy your life as you get older. You will be able to embrace your years in a deeper, more fulfilling way.
Written by novelists, filmmakers and independent researchers James Morcan & Lance Morcan, with a foreword by retired pharmacist Denis Toovey (author of Better Health for You: An Insider's Big Picture Guide), this explosive book explores the contention that Big Pharma and other participants in the healthcare sector put profits ahead of patients' wellbeing and dollars ahead of lives.
The reader is reminded there are many honorable people within the medical establishment who are doing incredible things for their fellow Man. However, the reader is also reminded that doctors, hospitals, medical academia, pharmaceutical companies, medical equipment suppliers, health insurers et al make their money from sick people, not healthy people, and if everyone was healthy many of the aforementioned would be out of businessâ?¦so it's hardly in their financial interests to cure illnesses and ailments.
Learn to Become Completely Self-Sufficient!
Are you longing to get away from it all, back to a simple way of life? Have you always wanted to have your own Homestead?
When you download Homesteading: The Modern Movement, you'll find out what you need to know before starting your very own self-sufficient homestead. You can decide if this demanding yet highly rewarding lifestyle is right for you!
How do you get started? What equipment do you need? Is it difficult? What can I expect?
Homesteading: The Modern Movement explains what you will need to become self-sufficient. You'll also learn about the basics of land selection and organic gardening.
When you download this book, you'll also learn about the equipment, livestock, how to care for rabbits and goats and more helpful info that you will need to get started.
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Tired of fighting your acne? Worried about how you look and the prospect of scarring? You are not stuck with your blemishes, pimples, or zits! This book is considered by many to be the bible on how to stop acne naturally without harsh products, expensive and sometime dangerous medications.
Did you know recent studies have shown foods like altered dairy and sugar to breakouts. In fact, even the very products you are using to treat your acne could actually be causing it! The methods in this book work fast and help get skin clear permanently. Chapter after chapter gives solid advice backed up by scientific studies to help you have beautiful acne free skin.
Written by radio and television personality Chris Gibson, the book shares his 15 year acne battle story along with solid things you can do to get clear skin just like he did. Right now the book is discounted to help make if affordable to all who want some answers to their most daunting skin problems.
Discover How to Improve and Restore your Hearing Loss and Tinnitus Naturally Forever!
You're about to discover a proven system and easy to follow approach on how to Improve your hearing loss and tinnitus naturally for the rest of your life! Millions of people suffer from tinnitus and hearing loss decline every single day. These same people go about their day and are forced to struggle when listening to their favorite songs, listening to instructions, even to participate in a simple conversation with a stranger or someone you love dearly. They are forced to wear hearing aids and they feel they have no other choice in the matter. They tend to get picked on, criticized, singled out, for having declining hearing or wearing a hearing aid. Most people realize how much of a problem this is, but are unable to change their possibilities, belief and understanding, simply because it's been a part of their lifestyle for so long.
The truth is, if you are suffering from Hearing Loss decline, and tinnitus issues and looking for that solution without spending thousands of dollars to get a painful, nerve raking operation on your ears then this book will provide to you the solution you are looking for. The true reason why you haven't been able to change is because you are uninformed of all the valuable information and options that you have for your hearing loss and haven't found the cure. Not only that but you are lacking an effective strategy and haven't yet changed your beliefs and associations to your hearing loss and tinnitus issues and haven't embarked on your hearing loss recovery journey. This book goes into a step-by-step strategy that will help you free yourself from your declining hearing and help you to be able to take control of your life forever!
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Frankie and Benny's confirms permanent closure of five North East restaurants
The owner of Frankie and Benny's has confirmed the closure of five North East restaurants.
The Restaurant Group (TRG) – which owns the chain – announced it would be closing 125 restaurants last month, which would affect between 2,000 and 3,000 employees.
The chain revealed it was reopening restaurants but put a notice on its website to say if the restaurant you are looking for is not on the list it is permanently closed.
Restaurants at the Arnison Centre in Durham, Galleries Shopping Centre in Washington and Newcastle's John Dobson Street, Dalton Park in Murton and Cramlington, Northumberland are no longer on the list.
Branches in Boldon, Eldon Square, the Metrocentre, North Shields and Stockton are staying open.
A spokesman for Frankie and Benny's said: "The casual dining sector has faced enormous, well-documented pressures which have been exacerbated by Covid-19 and the lockdown.
"Unfortunately, we have had to take difficult but necessary decisions to ensure a sustainable future for our business.
"We have been in close contact with affected colleagues throughout this process and we are doing all we can to support them during this time."
In March, TRG shut 61 out of its 80 of its Chiquito Mexican-style outlets, as well as its Food & Fuel chain of pubs, after placing the two sub-brands into administration.
The company, which currently has about 22,000 staff on furlough, is one of the largest restaurant operators in Britain.
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Come to Scripture anticipating an encounter with God. As you take in His words, eager to live by them, God's Spirit accompanies those words.
Oswald Smith said that to be filled with the Word is the same as being filled with the Spirit. In Acts these two terms appear to describe a single truth. Peter stated that the Gentiles "have received the Holy Spirit" (10:47). A few verses later, he stated it differently: "The Gentiles had received the word of God" (11:1).
When you welcome God's Word into your life, you are welcoming His Spirit. His Spirit will work through your obedience to transform your actions, attitudes, disposition, and priorities--your entire life.
It's possible though, to be content with discovering insights and enjoying passing those insights on to others and miss the joy of allowing His Words to give us life. His words are still alive! "They are not just idle words for you--they are your life" (Deut. 32:47).
"I no longer live, but Christ lives in me," wrote Paul (Gal. 2:20). As we live out God's Word, the unbelievable happens. Christ's life lives in us.
Thank You, Jesus, for the joy Your Word brings.
Pray that women will have a deeper desire for God's Word and discover the joy of applying Scripture.


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Honey Singh's wife is very beautiful. Honey Singh's wife's name is Shalini Talwar. Shalini Singh is the wife of India's popular music director and singer Yo Yo Honey Singh. Shalini and Honey Singh have studied in school together. Both were good friends and used to date from each other during school days.
After completion of school, Honey Singh went to Britain but he never forgot Shalini. Honey Singh decided to marry Shalini after getting success and achieve fame. But, he kept this matter hidden from the world because he does not want his popularity in girls.
Shalini and Honey Singh married on 23 January 2011. Shalini is from the Punjabi family of Delhi. Honey Singh has married a Sikh priest. Both of them were married in a farm house situated in the outskirts of Delhi. Some wedding rituals were also performed in the holy gurudwara of Sarojini Nagar (Delhi). Honey Singh introduced his wife to the world during his show Indian Rock Star Before that, hardly anyone knew that Honey Singh was married.


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Community News for Oct. 12, 2019
CNY Cheese Trail and Fall Open House events set
Four counties in the Central New York Region have partnered together to launch the CNY Cheese Trail. The trail includes locations between the counties of Herkimer, Madison, Otsego and Oneida.
In conjunction with the launch, each trail stop is hosting Fall Open House events from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12. The trail stops include Adirondack Cheese Company, Cooperstown Cheese Company, Original Herkimer Cheese, Jewett's Cheese House, Jones Family Farm LLC, Kriemhild Dairy Farm and Stoltzfus Family Dairy.
Visitors will have the opportunity to visit each cheese maker and those who complete the trail will receive an insulated tote bag.
For information on the trail and all Open House events, visit
https://www.oneidacountytourism.com/area-events/v/4840/cny-cheese-trail-open-house/2019-10-12.
Annual Mohawk Valley Construction Career Day planned
The Mohawk Valley Construction Industry Career Day, hosted by the Mohawk Valley Construction Industry Development Committee, will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, at the Oneida County Department of Public Works Building, 6000 Airport Road.
This is an opportunity for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore and experience the diverse careers available in the construction industry. This year's event will include interactive exhibits, trade industry displays and demonstration projects all requiring student involvement.
The days' activities will include the opportunity to operate heavy equipment and witness skilled trades people demonstrating various crafts such as bricklaying, concrete finishing, roofing, painting/finishes, welding, plumbing, electrical installation, materials testing and pipe laying.
Technology-based construction careers also will be represented.
Rome Community Foundation to host 20th anniversary celebration
The Rome Community Foundation will host a community celebration in commemoration of its 20th anniversary.
The event will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, at the Capitol Arts Complex, 220 W. Dominick St.
A reception catered by Chimo's will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. featuring wine and beer, hors d'oeuvres and beverages.
Entertainment will be provided by the Andrea Falvo Trio.
The event is free and door prizes will be awarded.
The program portion of the event will feature the presentation of the Foundation's Richard H. McMahon Governance Award. Thirty-two Rome area nonprofits submitted nominations for board members or trustees who made a significant impact to the organization's success. The winner of the McMahon Award will be announced at the event and the nominating organization will receive a $5,000 grant from the foundation. A second individual also will be recognized and their organization will receive a $1,000 grant. In addition, each organization that submitted a nomination will receive a $200 grant.
Special McMahon Awards will be presented to Fred Normand (posthumously) and the Rev. Phillip Hearn for their exceptional service to the Rome Community Theatre and Copper City Connection respectively.
To make a reservation, email info@romechamber.com or call 315-337-1700, by Friday, Oct. 18.
Donations to the Rome Community Foundation are tax-deductible and can be sent to PO Box 609, Rome, NY 13442-0609.
For information on how to donate or to apply for grants, visit www.romecommunityfoundation.org.
Christian Women's Club to host luncheon
The Mohawk Valley Christian Women's Club invites you to join its monthly meeting luncheon titled Hats off to 50 Years.
Join in the fun and celebration of 50 years of spreading the good news in our community.
The event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, at Hart's Hill Inn, 135 Clinton St.
Special feature will be A Past to Present Hat Fashion Show. Inspirational speaker Carol Pucci from Carthage will speak on Rest in a Busy World.
Enjoy music by Dennis Pucci. The cost is $13.50 per person inclusive. Free childcare is made with reservation. Bring a bag lunch for your child.
To make a reservation, call 315-733-2085. Walk-ins are welcome.
Flu shot clinics available for Bassett patients
Bassett Medical Center announces flu shot clinics for Bassett patients. No appointment is necessary.
Clinics will take place from 8:30 a.m. to noon Wednesdays, Oct. 23, Nov. 6, Nov. 20 and Dec. 4, at the Bassett Medical Center, Clinic Building on River Street, second-floor Primary Care.
The clinics are for established Bassett patients 18 and older. Pneumonia vaccination will not be available at these clinics.
No appointment is necessary. If you have insurance, bring your insurance card with you. For self-pay, the cost of the vaccination is $40.
For information, call 607-547-7973 or call 800-BASSETT.
Cancer Center kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Mohawk Valley Health System kicked off breast cancer awareness month Oct. 1 by giving visitors to its web page the opportunity to dedicate a ribbon to someone who has been affected by cancer.
The MVHS Dedicate a Ribbon campaign asks people to visit mvhealthsystem.org/dedicate-a-ribbon to help spread awareness, hope and remembrance for all those whose lives have been affected by cancer, has battled cancer in the past, or recognize a MVHS caregiver that went above and beyond throughout a cancer patient's treatment. By selecting a ribbon, visitors can create a message for their loved ones and share the ribbon on the website's wall. Visitors to the site also have the opportunity to share that message via social media.
MVHS and SUNY Upstate Medical University have partnered to provide advanced cancer care close to home at the MVHS Cancer Center. The advanced technology that the MVHS Cancer Center offers, combined with nurses, physicians, surgeons and radiologists make cancer treatment close to home a possibility for residents of the Mohawk Valley and surrounding areas.
Donate blood to help those fighting cancer
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, the American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give blood or platelets to provide hope and healing to patients fighting cancer.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities are in New Hartford, Herkimer, Poland, Boonville, Clinton, Rome, Sauquoit, Waterville, Cooperstown and Richfield Springs.
Donors of all blood types, especially platelet donors and those with type O blood, are needed to ensure a stable supply for cancer patients and others this fall.
Appointments can be made by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App at https://www.redcrossblood.org/blood-donor-app.html, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767).
Children's brunch, character party set
Dress up and have brunch with some of your favorite characters at RCIL's annual Children's Brunch and Character Party.
The event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Dorothy Smith Center for Advocacy, 1607 Genesee St.
Enjoy an enchanting brunch as beloved characters interact and entertain your children with dancing, face painting, and story time with a princess. Capture magical memories with complimentary photo opportunities and autograph book.
Kids are encouraged to dress as their favorite character or wear their Halloween costume.
Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children ages 13 and younger.
For tickets, visit http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07egihddel2c8f36b6&llr=jm57sfyab.


@washu wow there is some much to take in with this one. Not sure if you are looking for any feedback but I feel that there is no foreground, middle ground or background since everything seems to be the same size in space. Maybe try the items in front to be larger. Or maybe is a value thing once you add values it may push things back and forward. Either way i am looking forward to the progress with this one.
in an effort to make your story a bit more obvious, I would move the family portrait to a more prominent place near the counter (maybe remove the "Backroom is private" sign). Also, I would bring the clock behind the girl out to the front and enlarge it to frame the right side of the image, but in shadow to help direct the viewer back in to the scene.
You have pretty much the same perspective throughout the whole image, except for the stairs (will discuss those next). All the shelves, the counter, and the flooring have the same downward angle. It reduces any sense of scale or height in the building. The shelves behind the cat, which are at eye level, should be almost flat. Since the viewer is at the first floor, we should see a bit of the underside of the upper shelves.
The level of detail in this is really good, but I think a bit over the top for what is actually needed to get the story across. For me, adding this much detail removes the viewer's/reader's ability to imagine. Take a look at the image below and see how much info is conveyed with very little detail.
I love this. I have a soft spot for witches and these kinds of shops.
I have spent many hours in antique shops, and this totally reminds me of those, so great job, I think you are on the right track. If you want feedback, I would say there doesn't seem to be any action in the image. What if she was opening a box, or brewing a potion, or chasing the cat... things that have potential for the beginning of a story.
I hope it's ok that I do a little drawover for you. I really love the way this one is going! Very fun little shop indeed! I agree with some of the other comments - it's nice to give the eye a break by blowing up a few simple silhouetted objects in the foreground - i.e. small, med, huge! This way our eye doesn't get overwhelmed with the number of objects can more easily focus. Also I think your stairs are caught between dimensions. I think they make more sense to keep them in profile...or bring them out towards us but this will disrupt your current composition. Also - if you make a little room up above - a place that goes back further it will create more depth.
@will-terry Thanks Will. I used a photo of a bookstore as reference for my room. The stairs are supposed to be turning. It was difficult to see. Looking at my reference now I think the upstairs actually slightly moves back towards the left.
Her little shop is supposed to be quite small, so is there a better way to show that it's small space? The room behind her is her home, I actually blocked it with a wall because I couldn't get all the little furniture perspective correct.
Here is the reference I modified for her shop.
This is how I see the layout in your reference photo. Hopefully this helps with the layout of your illustration and the stairs.
Her little shop is supposed to be quite small, so is there a better way to show that it's small space?
If you want to show that the space is small, I think you'd have to include more of the walls, otherwise the viewer uses their imagination to conclude where the walls are and they could imagine the space to be much larger. Is it super important to you to convey that the shop is small?
@washu That's quite n accomplishment! I still need to do one and am thinking about an idea. I agree with @Chip-Valecek that it seems a bit flat but amazing details! I am trying to figure out how to make my own work less flat, it might be, as Chip said, that the color and value will take care of that but, I think it's awesome! Are you going to add color? How long did you work on it?
@washu I think the angle of th ereference photo at a more 3/4 view, hels to show the depth of the room. Your is more straight on. I wonder if that's why it looks flatter? This is all very helpful for me too!


The kit actually came with just about everything you need to complete your counter tops.
I would also recommend a folding table or something similar so you can set all your supplies on while you are working since you won't be able to use the counter top.
I choose the Sicilian Sand Kit but there are many other options to choose from. I started off by taping around the entire counter and covering up the sink area.
The first coat is the black primer. So far, so good!
After waiting 8 hours for the primer to dry it was time to add some color.
Here is where my freak-out moment came into play. I didn't take any photos cause my hands were covered in paint, (I didn't use gloves like they recommended. Not a good idea!Oh yeah, and I was also too busy FREAKING OUT!!!) I'll give you a quick run down of what happened.
The kit comes with three colors. A dark color, medium color, and a light color. They recommend starting with the dark, sponging it on in a random pattern, then sponge on the medium paint over that, and finally the lighter paint. I wanted my counter top to be fairly light (the reason why I chose the sicilian sand kit) so when I was applying the colors I tried to cover up the black primer as much as possible. After the last color was add, it still didn't look right. I didn't really know why it didn't look right but I did know that I didn't like it. I kept adding more color hoping it would eventually start to come together but the more paint I added, the more I hated it.
I decided to take a quick break and watch the video again to see what they did different.
After watching it a couple times I decided to sponge in some more black primer.
I then went back over it with all 3 paint colors but this time I didn't cover up the primer as much.
I realized that by covering up most of the primer and adding way too much of the light color, it took away a lot of the dimension.
Once I was happy with the color, I added in some veins. After letting the paint dry overnight I painted on the two top coats.
The counters still look fairly light, even with the black primer showing through.
I'm so glad that I watched the video again and went back over the counter with more paint.
Here is a close-up before and after shot.
I love how the paint covered up the seams in the laminate taking away that 'fake' look. And look at how much more detail it has!!
Don't completely cover up your primer on the first try! If you have too much showing at the end, you can keep adding more color on top until you are happy. This would be a lot easier than going back over it with the primer like I did.
When painting on your veins, keep a dry piece of the sponge handy. Some of my veins ended up to dark but a quick dab with the sponge and they were perfect. I tried getting a good photo of the veins put the poor lighting prevented that. They really do look amazing though.
Keep a damp rag handy to clean up any paint that drips on the floor.
Don't think to much about it. Yes, it is scary but it will turn out beautiful. If you mess up you can always go back over it with more paint. These photo's don't do my counter tops justice.
Check out Giani's Photo Gallery and facebook page for more amazing before and after photos.
Your experience sounds just like mine when I painted my bathroom. I tried to do a faux finish and hated it! I actually rewatched videos too! I'm going to brighten up our paint. You just inspired me. It sucked the light out of our bathroom.I think your sink looks great but you must have been sweating bullets. I still am!
I actually painted my countertops in the kitchen without a kit. :) I used Folk Art Acrylic paint (sold at craft stores and Wal Mart) newspaper and topped it off with Polycrylic top coat. I think they look fabulous. I recently did my friend's cabinets also. Mine are the lighter sandstone look. Hers are a darker black, brown and red look. I was impressed and very excited about both counters. Cost me about $40 for 18 ft of counters. Frugal and beautiful!
It looks like a custom kitchen redo!! And I cannot believe how believable those countertops are. Nice job.


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