A strong property market, investor tax benefits, uncertainty in the stock market and superannuation are just some of the reasons people are currently looking to invest in real estate.
If you are thinking about investing in property, think about what you want from your property investment. Are you after something to live in eventually, to make an income now, or are you looking for an investment for the future?
Investing in property does take some planning so you can use your investment to work towards your goals.
It's not just about knowing how much you need for a deposit, remember there are other costs involved with buying a house. Online tools can help you calculate stamp duty, but there will also be conveyancing fees and extras you may have to pay, such as search fees and pest & building inspections.
While there is a lot of information available on the web, make sure you seek professional advice. A mortgage broker or your bank may help you get a good deal on a mortgage and a good accountant will to tell you how to structure the investment to best suit your budget. A financial planner will help you with your long term finances. If you're looking at renovating a property, consult with a trusted builder to give you some idea of costs.
While interest rates are at a historical all time low, they will go up eventually. You never know what is round the corner, so always make sure you've got a bit extra for rate rises, unexpected repairs, special levies from corporate bodies or anything else which may pop up.
From where to buy a property and must have amenities to old vs new properties and buying into strata, we have a wealth of articles on this website to help you on your property investment journey.
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RV Visionary, Northwood and ORV Manufacturing Founder Ron Nash Passes
La Grande, Oregon-based RV manufacturers, Northwood Manufacturing and Outdoors RV (ORV) have announced that their founder and RV veteran Ron Nash passed away in his sleep early Saturday morning, August 17th. Mr. Nash along with his wife Sherry, started Northwood Manufacturing spawning the iconic RV brands Arctic Fox and Nash among others. Nash then began Outdoors RV Manufacturing in 2009, growing it into a major player in the Western United States and Canada RV markets as well.
Ron broke away from the mainstream RV community and started Northwood Manufacturing in 1993. Due to his strong vision and passion for the RV lifestyle and the people involved in it, Northwood products quickly became known for their high-quality components and construction. Nash insisted on quality first in a thoughtful, attractive package stating early that his RVs were and always would be, "the pretty one(s) in work boots."
In 2010 amidst ongoing health issues, Ron turned over day-to-day management of both companies to his long-time management team but always maintained an active interest in their growth. Craig Orton, CEO of Northwood Investments (parent company of both Northwood Mfg and ORV) stated, "It is impossible to put into words how Ron and Sherry have impacted our local Grande Ronde Valley community economically and culturally not to mention the RV industry as a whole. We will all miss him greatly but his legacy will live on."
Northwood Investments CFO Cerise Smallwood went on to say, "We at Northwood and ORV are a family – Ron and Sherry's family. We are committed to continue producing the highest quality, most rugged RVs in the marketplace. It was what Ron wanted and what Sherry continues to want. In this way, we will forever sustain his vision and his memory."
Funeral arrangements are still being finalized and will be announced when available. The family asks that any condolence offerings be addressed to:
Loveland Funeral Chapel
La Grande, Oregon – 97850
From the desk of Donald Cochran, Chief Sales Officer
*all quotes and statements should be attributed to Mr. Cochran
Northwood Celebrates Sale of 15,000th Pickup Camper Sold
Apache Camping Center's President Kevin L. Baker and Washington General Manager Kevin W. Baker were both on hand to take delivery of Northwood Manufacturing's 15,000th pickup camper produced – a Wolf Creek 850. Northwood representatives included CEO Craig Orton, CFO Cerise Smallwood, CSO Donald Cochran and DSM Jim Baehmann.
Northwood CEO Craig Orton stated, "Northwood's objective has always been to provide both dealers and the end user with the best built products in the market. Northwood has built its reputation by providing dependable, high value recreational vehicles by insisting upon quality components and demanding quality craftsmanship from our dedicated production line associates. That commitment will never change. We look forward to producing the next 15,000 pickup campers and beyond."
Apache Camping Washington General Manager Kevin W. Baker, commented, "It says a lot about how well the Wolf Creek brand has been embraced by consumers. Apache has always been very excited about this product since its inception. We feel that Northwood really hit the sweet spot with both the Wolf Creek's appearance and amenities and their evolution. Consumer reaction has been and continues to be very favorable. The Wolf Creek is the perfect complement to the Arctic Fox Camper and it speaks volumes that it should represent Northwood's 15,000th pickup camper produced."
Donald Cochran, Chief Sales Officer for Northwood noted, "What a testament to the ongoing strength of this dealership. Apache Camping Center retailed the very first Arctic Fox truck camper ever sold as well as the 10,000th! It is only fitting that they should also purchase our 15,000th unit. Northwood tremendously values our long-standing relationship with Apache – they are a first-class organization from top to bottom."
Apache Camping Center is a family operated RV dealership specializing in towables, truck campers, and folding trailers. They are a prominent RV dealer in the Pacific Northwest with locations in Portland, OR as well as Everett, Poulsbo and Tacoma, WA. Apache has been a Northwood dealer since 1994 and is a top retailing dealer for Northwood Manufacturing.
(LR) Northwood CFO Cerise Smallwood, Northwood CEO Craig Orton, Apache Camping Center President Kevin L. Baker, Apache Camping Center Washington General Manager Kevin W. Baker, Northwood DSM Jim Baehmann and Northwood CSO Donald Cochran.
Northwood RV Veteran, Ward King to Retire
La Grande, Oregon-based RV manufacturers, Northwood Manufacturing and Outdoors RV (ORV) has announced RV industry veteran Ward King is retiring. King is winding up his almost 49 year career as the Chief Operations Officer of Northwood Investments, the parent company of both Northwood and ORV. As Chief Operations Officer over the past 8 years, Mr. King oversaw all the production facilities and daily operations at both the Northwood and ORV manufacturing complexes in La Grande. Ward had a very critical role in guiding both companies in the aftermath of the 2008 recession.
King began his career with a 31 year run at Fleetwood starting in 1970. King's attention to detail and insightful decision-making abilities allowed him to rise quickly through the ranks, holding many high-level positions on both the plant and corporate level. Mr. King is quick to give thanks and credit to those along the way who were key in his training and supported him, including (in chronological order of work history): Steve Reeder (1977-1980); Bruce Boylen, whom King views as his chief mentor (1979); Ron Nash (1980-1988) and; Frank Subasic (1988-1992). Mr. King stated, "Without question I would never have had the opportunities presented to me nor garnered near the success I have been blessed by without the influence and support of these great men and dear friends."
In 2001, Ron Nash reached out to his long-time friend, King to take on the role of Director of Manufacturing at Northwood Manufacturing. Ward served in this role until 2010 when he was offered and accepted the position of Chief Operations Officer of Northwood Investments, overseeing both Northwood and Outdoors RV Manufacturing. Over the next 8 years, King guided both companies to tremendous growth and prosperity.
Ron and Sherry Nash, owners of both Northwood Mfg. and Outdoors RV stated, "Ward is and always has been a tremendous asset to both companies. Not only will we miss his tremendous experience and incredible eye and for what a highly functional, quality RV can and should be but even more importantly we will miss a great friend to us all and a genuinely good person. We wish him all the best in retirement."
A succession plan has been in place for over a year, since in October of 2017 when then Northwood Chief Financial Officer, Craig Orton was promoted to Chief Executive Officer and long-time Corporate Controller, Cerise Smallwood was promoted to the CFO position. Orton is also now the acting General Manager at the Northwood facility while Smallwood is filling the GM role at Outdoors RV. In addition, in August of this year, Northwood Director of Sales Donald Cochran was promoted to Chief Sales Officer to oversee the Sales Departments of both companies. Together, the three have over 45 years of combined service at Northwood.
Northwood Investments CEO, Craig Orton went on to say, "We truly wish to thank Ward for his dedication and commitment to always getting it right. He is a true professional and we will certainly miss his energy and leadership. We wish Ward well in this next chapter of his life."
King himself concluded, "I want to personally thank every member of the Northwood and ORV teams for their dedication to providing our dealers and customers with the best quality RV available in the industry – it has been a real pleasure to be a part of what truly is a wonderful work family.
I want to especially thank Ron and Sherry Nash for their vision as well as their unwavering loyalty and confidence in entrusting me with so many of the responsibilities in running both Northwood and ORV.
This is a fun industry and it has been very good to me. I have always said and believed that if you take care of the people you work with, the people will take care of you – and they've never let me down. That's what I will miss the most, all the truly good people I've had the great fortune to work for and with – I thank you all."
Mr. King's last day will be Friday, January 25th. You can contact Ward via email at ward.king@northwoodmail.com
Northwood COO Ward King
Northwood Manufacturing Reaches Milestone – Produces/Sells 50,000th Towable
Northwood Manufacturing CEO Craig Orton, CFO Cerise Smallwood, CSO Donald Cochran and DSM Jim Baehmann were all present to deliver Northwood's 50,000th towable built and sold to Guaranty RV Sales Managers Paul Willman and Lenny Mellin.
Craig Orton, Northwood CEO, told Willman and Mellin, "Fifty-thousand RVs is an incredible accomplishment for us all. You both and Guaranty RV have been a significant part of that success. On behalf of everyone at Northwood including the Nash family, we want to express our gratitude to the Guaranty RV organization. Guaranty has been a constant and first rate, dealer partner as well as being our good friends."
In accepting, Willman commented, "This has really been a wonderful partnership. We have come so far together over these many years. We really value the history, the relationship and Northwood's ongoing commitment to supply us with superior, quality products and service. Thank you to everyone at Northwood."
Northwood's Chief Sales Officer, Donald Cochran, added, "We thank Guaranty, Paul and Lenny so much for the long-term commitment. It's inspiring to see how far we have come and recognize what a strong relationship we enjoy with Guaranty. We truly appreciate Guaranty's important and ongoing contribution to our success with our products. We look forward to a continued bright future together and tens of thousands of additional RV sales with them."
Guaranty RV is a privately-owned RV dealership in Junction City, Oregon. They are a prominent RV dealer in the Northwest and nationally. Guaranty RV is a long-standing and top-retailing dealer for Northwood Manufacturing.
(LR) Northwood CSO Donald Cochran, Northwood DSM Jim Baehmann, Guaranty RV Sales Manager Paul Willman, Guaranty RV Sales Manager Lenny Mellin, Northwood CFO Cerise Smallwood and Northwood CEO Craig Orton.
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Northwood Manufacturing Hosts Dealer Appreciation & Showcase
On October second and third, Northwood Manufacturing held their Dealer Appreciation and Product Showcase to recognize their top dealers and exhibit their latest product offerings and innovations as well as celebrating their 25th year of being in business.
Dealers were invited from all over the western United States and Canada to gather at Wildhorse Resort and Casino in Pendleton, Oregon for the two-day gathering. Events included golfing, keynote speaker football legend Joey Harrington, catered meals, sales and marketing presentations and new product displays.
Events were kicked off with a friendly but competitive golf outing on the afternoon of the first day. Participants ranged from dealership owners and salespeople to Northwood DSMs and corporate officers. Immediately following came a gourmet, catered dinner and recognition of Northwood's top ten dealers for the last year as "Absolute Performers" complete with custom, hand-crafted awards presented by Northwood Chief Sales Officer, Donald Cochran.
Day one culminated with a presentation by keynote speaker and former University of Oregon and NFL quarterback great, Joey Harrington. Mr. Harrington's genuine and insightful style paired well with his colorful anecdotes and stories that were deeply influenced by his Oregon roots – the very
same roots Northwood enjoys. His humor and candor were a hit with the audience. Additionally, Harrington focused on the special bond Northwood holds with its dealers in terms of personal relationships and commitment to quality on all levels.
Day two kicked off with a morning meeting that included breakfast and insightful comments about the "State of Northwood" by Northwood Chief Financial Officer Cerise Smallwood and President/Chief Executive Officer Craig Orton. Both Orton and Smallwood thanked the dealers and salespeople for their partnership and loyalty to Northwood and their products. Orton and Smallwood then spoke individually about how the theme of the show, "25 Years of Quality by Design" is reflective of not only how Northwood operates in terms of manufacturing but also in the relationships built with dealers and retail customers. Mr. Orton and Mrs. Smallwood were on hand throughout the event and made it a point to spend one-on-one time with all those attending.
Director of Marketing, Lance Rinker then presented an analysis about the effectiveness of all of Northwood's marketing over the past year including web-based and print platforms. Highlights included a walk-through of Northwood's video Quick Tours and cutting-edge 3D Virtual Tours on
the company's newly updated website. The role of social media in the RV landscape was also addressed by Northwood DSM, Colby Lankford. Rinker went on to reveal what direction future marketing tools and campaigns will be taking the company in.
The podium was then turned over to Donald Cochran who gave an insightful summary of all the updates and revisions that Northwood brands have and will continue to undergo for the coming model year. Mr. Cochran was quick to point out that, "We are constantly pushing ourselves to improve our products and are thrilled to have all of our brands on display here today showcasing our latest flooplans as well as potential new features and options to gain valuable dealer feedback." He went on to say, "We always have and will continue to solicit dealer input. We can never lose sight of what our dealers and retail customers want. The continuous effort to provide value-added features and options coupled with Northwood's time-tested quality and the best
dealer partnerships in the industry make for a strong combination in the marketplace."
Eager dealers then toured the product display that provided an early glimpse of what they could look forward to as they currently enjoy a strong demand for Northwood products this fall and start planning for the promising winter and spring as well.
In closing, Craig Orton summarized by saying, "Northwood's goal is to always provide our dealers and retail customers with the highest quality products in the marketplace. Northwood's 25 year reputation for manufacturing solid, top value RVs has been earned and maintaining that standard over the next 25 years and beyond remains our highest priority. We have accomplished this by insisting on quality components and demanding quality craftsmanship from our dedicated production line workers and we are committed to continuing to do so."
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Northwood Launches 3D Tours
Northwood Manufacturing is excited to announce the launch of their latest online sales tool – NW3D Tours. These tours provide cutting-edge 3D and virtual reality models to be used by dealers and customers alike as a primary medium for experiencing and sharing Northwood floorplans and features. The NW3D Tour utilizes an all-in-one reality capture system that gives the viewer realistic, interactive 3D and virtual reality experiences that make you feel like you are in the coach.
The tour begins with an exterior "dollhouse" model view of each coach that the viewer may rotate to any angle using their computer mouse. The viewer may then use their mouse to click on any room in the 3D floorplan to go "inside". From there, the viewer can experience 360 degree views of each room, zoom in and out on features as well as click into any and all additional rooms throughout the coach.
According to Northwood National Sales Director, Donald Cochran, "The NW3D Tour is a complete reimaging of what floorplan exploration can be. Several models' NW3D Tours have already been posted to the website with all Northwood models to be coming soon."
The NW3D tours may be accessed by clicking on the "NW3D" icon either on the Northwood homepage or on each model's individual specification page right next to the Quick Tour.
Cochran went on to say, "We are very pleased to present the NW3D Tour as our latest step forward in our ongoing mission to support dealer and customer sales in as many new and imaginative ways as possible."
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Northwood Launches Redesigned Website
Northwood is pleased to announce the launch of their newly re-vamped website today, Tuesday, September 1st. The site sports a clean, contemporary look with enhanced visuals and navigational tools all of which are highly mobile friendly. The site's content includes large-scale photographs in tile-style format as well as floor-plans, highly-detailed feature and option lists, multi-platform navigation and updated and expanded video content. The site also boasts a brand new "Build Your RV" tool. The new site is Northwood's latest step in their ongoing commitment to continually upgrade and evolve all areas of their business and providing a premium RV experience for their customers .
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MOSCOW — Cristiano Ronaldo made European soccer history by scoring in Portugal's 1-0 win over Morocco on Wednesday, a result that makes the North African team the first to be eliminated from the World Cup.
Ronaldo's header in the fourth minute was his fourth goal at this year's tournament, and his 85th for his country. That moved him ahead of Hungary great Ferenc Puskas and alone in second place worldwide behind Ali Daei's 109 goals for Iran.
The North Africans had several chances against Portugal, nearly all from set pieces, and three of them came in a five-minute spell early in the second half. Younes Belhanda was twice denied by goalkeeper Rui Patricio's diving saves, and defender Mehdi Benatia scooped a shot over the bar.
Ronaldo's four goals tops the individual scoring chart at the World Cup. Buoyed by his hat trick against Spain on Friday, including a spectacular free kick late in the game, Ronaldo scored against Morocco with his first meaningful touch early in the match.
He was too strong for marker Manuel Da Costa and found space in the goalmouth to meet Joao Moutinho's cross after a corner.
Ronaldo was a clinical finisher and also one of Portugal's best defenders. His headed clearances helped out a back line that seems vulnerable to corners and free kicks despite the height of veteran center backs Pepe and Jose Fonte.
Morocco, playing in its first World Cup in 20 years, linked play neatly through midfield but relied on set-pieces for its clearest chances — a growing theme at this year's tournament.


In today's post, I've simplified the whole concept of "dress for your body shape", staying away from comparing your body to fruits…!
I'm sure you agree; It's time for you to read further from the apple and the pear body shapes and learn how to look at your body in a unique way because we all have different patterns.
When I started working in this industry, I realized there was, and still there is a big tendency to associate body shapes to fruits.
Here it's the reason why I don't do this.
I believe you and me and everybody has a very different pattern.
When comparing your body shape to fruits, I see it as a dishonor to your beautiful body.
I love fruits, but I see it as a disservice to your body to categorize it in such way.
What's the big deal with the fruit shape thing?
It all comes to trying to make your life easier.
But, my point is. I want to help you to style yourself appreciating your body and not degrading it into a fruit shape.
So here it comes, the big news: drrrrrrrums!
Nope, and probably neither do you.
Does that mean that we're weird? Not really!
It's completely normal because we all have our personal pattern, and that's for a reason. Think about it: as I'm writing there are 7.4 billion people in the world, around half of it, are women. Trying to fit billions of people in 4 body shapes categories is kind of difficult, are you with me?
Do not feel compelled to fit in, rather than that, start today appreciating your body shape objectively and target the specific traits that you love the most, and you'd like to highlight.
Let me tell you if your shoulders are wider than your hips, and you, love them (because you're allowed to love them!!). Then, go ahead, show them and at the same time wear some volume on your hips to visually balance your whole figure.
Taking pictures of your figure with fitted clothes is the easiest way to see objectively what your body shape is.
Keep in mind that it's all about highlighting and balancing. Taking pictures of your outfits will help you see it much easier than standing in front of the mirror.
And now, it's your turn, have you ever felt frustrated trying to fit into one fruit body shape?
Do you have other tips to dress your beautiful body? I'd love hearing about it!


James Hannam: God's Philosophers. How the Medieval World Laid the Foundations of Modern Science?
This book presents a panoramic view of the historical period of the Middle Ages from a particular perspective: natural philosophy accompanied with the surrounding areas of theology, technology, medicine, astrology, alchemy, all interwoven among human intellectual activities and interacting with society. The author demonstrates how many accomplishments were produced by the scholars who worked during the 1,000 years of the middle Ages, and how much modern science owes to those scholars. This could seem to be an issue for general curiosity, but it is not, since without awareness of this debt that we owe in science education, we easily make inadequate inferences regarding the nature of science, and we often misinterpret the meaning of the knowledge that we possess and teach.


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An excisional biopsy is a surgical procedure performed under a general anaesthetic in which a small lump or an imaging abnormality is excised from the breast.
In contrast to surgery for breast cancer, the procedure involves removing the abnormality only. A margin of tissue is not required around the lump/imaging abnormality.
Indications for open surgical excisional biopsy: A lump that the doctor is concerned about; a lump that looks abnormal/indeterminate/suspicious on imaging; a lump that the patient wishes to have excised; an imaging abnormality which cannot be felt, this can be a mass lesion or microcalcification. Abnormalities that can not be felt by the doctor may require an intraoperative ultrasound to localise them or a preoperative guide wire or localisation with carbon.
The procedure is performed under general anaesthetic and occasionally a guide wire is required in order to localise an imaging abnormality. A tiny wire which looks very similar to a fishing line can be placed in the breast preoperatively under ultrasound or mammographic vision. The wire will allow Dr Thornton to excise the correct area during the operation.
An open surgical excisional biopsy is usually performed as a day case.
If a wire is required to be placed preoperatively, the patient will attend the radiology department on the day of the procedure. A small amount of local anaesthetic will be inserted into the skin over the breast and the guide wire will be placed in the abnormal area. A mammogram will be performed in order to determine the exact location of the wire in the breast. The mammogram will be performed under minimal pressure so that external movement does not move the wire. Once the wire is shown to be in the correct position, it will be taped in place and the patient will then be transferred to the operating theatre. Most patients tolerate the procedure well with very minimal pain.
When an open surgical excisional biopsy is performed it is important that particular care and attention are paid to the site where the incision will be placed. Preoperatively Dr Thornton will discuss in detail with the patient the site of the surgical incision. The aim is to achieve the best possible cosmetic result while ensuring the lump or imaging abnormality is removed safely and successfully.
In the operating theatre, the patient will meet with the anaesthetist and will be placed under general anaesthetic. Dr Thornton will remove the lump or the tissue containing the wire with the imaging abnormality. The specimen with the wire in place will be sent to the x-ray department for an x-ray to confirm that the abnormal area with the hookwire has been removed.
If the patient has a palpable lump ( a lump that the doctor can feel ) a hook wire will not be required. Occasionally impalpable lumps will not require placement of a hookwire and an ultrasound machine can be used in the operating theatre to help localise the abnormality.
Particular care will be paid to opposing the breast tissue in the correct surgical planes and closing the skin with plastic surgical style absorbable sutures. This is to ensure that the best cosmetic result is achieved. A small waterproof dressing will be applied.
Dr Thornton will usually meet with patients who have undergone an excisional biopsy within the next 48 hours in order to discuss the operative pathology.
Postoperative Pain: Most women will not have significant pain postoperatively. Paracetamol is recommended strictly and regular for 72 hours after the operation.
Infection of the wound occurs in a very small percentage of cases, up to approximately 4% and is usually well treated with oral antibiotics.
Bruising, bleeding, and haematomas are quite common after breast surgery and usually do not require return to theatre. However, occasionally a return to theatre to evacuate a haematoma is required. The patient should be aware of sudden swelling in the breast which may indicate bleeding requiring further surgery.
Scarring and changes to the size and shape of the breast can also occur. Hypertrophic or keloid scarring tend to be more common in patients with highly pigmented skin. Consideration is always given to placement of the scar and at all costs every attempt should be made to ensure that scars are not placed in the décolletage. The best scars usually heal where the incision is made around the areola.
There can occasionally be a need for further surgery particularly if cancer cells are found unexpectedly at operation.
There are also rare problems with insertion of the guide wire itself and this can occasionally cause some discomfort and bruising to the breast. Sometimes, more than 1 wire is required to be placed and this may make patients feel faint. There is a nurse accompanying the patient at all times. An extremely rare side effect of guide wire insertion is collapse of the lung (pneumothorax).
In some cases whena hookwire is placed, the abnormality will not be found in the tissue that is retrieved. There are several reasons why this can occur - in particular, the hookwire may move in the breast during the transit of the patient from the radiology department to the operating suite. There are also other technical reasons why this can occur. This problem would usually require a return to theatre at a later date and a re-localisation of the abnormality with a wire.
Some patients will feel tired and will have some postoperative nausea and vomiting after general anaesthetic. Allergic reactions to anaesthetic drugs are very uncommon.


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Muhammad Ali's decades-long battle with Parkinson's disease began with a shuffling gait and difficulties with speech. Since the average age of diagnosis for PD is 60, it was understandable that Ali's doctor didn't immediately suspect the heavyweight champion had the progressive condition that would prove to be his toughest opponent. Ali was just 42 when diagnosed with Parkinson's.
The slow, robotic moves Ali made during some public appearances were actually a reaction to his medication and not related to his PD. In some cases, the drugs used to treat symptoms trigger additional reactions, although the benefits of the medication typically prescribed to minimize tremors and mobility issues often outweigh the side effects for most patients.
Coincidentally, boxing may be one of the forms of exercise that can help Parkinson's patients retain their mobility and improve coordination, according to a Northern Arizona University study. Treadmill training and biking, typically with help or supervision from a Parkinson's caregiver, may also benefit some patients.
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Q: install paraller printer i have an hp printer Deskjet 710c. I have tried to connect him to ubuntu 12.10 but when I click add in printers it gives me a host. Does it mean the driver? If so where can I get the driver for my printer?

A: I'm not sure what "click add in printers" means, but I've always had luck with installing printers by pointing my browser at http://localhost:631 and using the CUPS interface to add the printer, select the printer model, etc. "Drivers" as such, have not been a problem.
Just in case it helps, whenever something asks you for a hostname for a locally connected device, "localhost" is a good answer, or the IP address 127.0.0.1. They both mean "this node, right here, the one you're running on".

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Rights advocates question Egypt's decision to extend state of emergency
Critics of the Egyptian government fear that a three-month extension of the state of emergency will be used to crack down on them.
Mourners gather at the Sacred Family Church for the funeral of Coptic Christians who were killed in Minya, Egypt, May 26, 2017. - REUTERS/Mohamed Abd El Ghany
Shahira Amin
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Egypt's Cabinet on June 22 approved President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's proposal to extend the state of emergency by an additional three months, a move that rights advocates fear will further curtail freedoms in Egypt.
In a speech on the occasion of Laylat Ul Qadr (the night when the first verses of the Quran were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad), Sisi sought to justify the planned extension by highlighting the threat posed by extremist groups "that spread hatred and use religion to achieve their political goals."
"Beware, this is the season of evil when 'they' will stop at nothing to undermine our stability and security," he warned. Sisi was clearly referring to the militant groups that have targeted Egypt's minority Coptic Christians in a recent spate of terrorist attacks claimed by the Islamic State. Twenty-six Christians were brutally killed and an equal number were injured May 26 when gunmen ambushed a convoy of Christians traveling from the southern province of Minya to a desert monastery. Six weeks earlier, twin church bombings that occurred moments apart in the Nile Delta city of Tanta and in the Mediterranean coastal city of Alexandria claimed the lives of 44 people (mostly Christian worshippers attending Palm Sunday Mass), prompting Sisi to declare a three-month state of emergency nationwide. In a televised speech hours after the attacks, Sisi warned that the war against jihadis would be "long and painful " and accused foreign powers of fueling instability in Egypt.
Skeptics argue that the regime is using the state of emergency to target government critics and opposition figures; they lament the government's heavy-handed crackdown on dissent, which they claim has led to a spike in terrorist attacks.
"The imposition of martial law failed to prevent last month's attack on the Christians' convoy and has brought neither added security nor protection for Egypt's Christians," said Malek Adly, a lawyer and director of the Egyptian Center for Economic and Social Rights, who himself faces prosecution and a travel ban on charges of "inciting protests," "spreading false news" and "attempting to overthrow the government." Last summer, he spent 115 days in solitary confinement before he was released on bail Aug. 28. Despite his release, prompted by immense public pressure, the charges against him remain in place.
Last week alone, at least 120 activists were taken into police custody in the wake of a fresh wave of unrest in Cairo and other major Egyptian cities sparked by parliament's approval of a controversial Egyptian-Saudi maritime demarcation agreement on two Red Sea islands signed in April 2016. Parliament's backing of the deal challenged a January ruling by Egypt's top court blocking the transfer of the islands to Saudi Arabia. An April ruling by a Court for Urgent Matters, however, had reversed the previous judicial decision, plunging the country into a legal quagmire. In an apparent attempt to clear up the confusion, Egypt's High Administrative Court last week suspended all rulings on the deal "to mull over which court has jurisdiction over the case." Two days later, Sisi ratified the agreement, abruptly ending the monthslong legal saga.
"It is not surprising that Sisi did not wait for the High Administrative Court's final decision before ratifying the unpopular agreement," Adly told Al-Monitor. "This is not the first time that the president shows a lack of respect for the judiciary and the constitution."
Kamal Khalil, a prominent socialist activist, was among those held in custody in recent days for his stance against the islands deal and his participation in a protest outside the Journalists Syndicate. His arrest in a dawn raid on his home June 22 sparked outrage on social media, with activists slamming it as "a political vendetta to punish him for his activism." He was charged with "inciting illegal protests" and "insulting the president," the latter charge based on a Facebook post that, oddly enough, foretold his detention. "Write on the walls of your prison cell, Sisi's sale of the islands is shameful treason," Khalil had written just days before his arrest. While he was detained for 48 hours before his release on bail of 2,000 Egyptian pounds (about $110), his incarceration sent a chilling message to other opponents of the deal.
"The recent sweeping arrests of activists and members of liberal political parties such as Al Dostour and the Bread and Freedom Party are aimed at muzzling the opposition," Adly said. He said the government considers activists and leftists more dangerous than the IS-affiliated jihadis staging an insurgency in the Sinai Peninsula. "Many of those imprisoned are vocal critics of the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood," he noted, citing the case of researcher Ismail Iskandarani as one example. Iskandarani, an expert on Sinai affairs, has been in pretrial detention since December 2015 on charges of "affiliation with the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood" and "disseminating false news" — charges that his family insists are fabricated and meant to silence him. They believe his critical reporting on alleged violations carried out by security forces in Sinai may have provoked his incarceration.
Now that the emergency law has been renewed, Adly and other rights advocates fear that there will be many more arbitrary detentions and that basic rights guaranteed by the constitution will continue to be trampled upon. The blocking of dozens of websites in May that the government claims "have ties to the Muslim Brotherhood" signals tighter state scrutiny of media institutions and closures of those that do not toe the official line — a trend made possible by the continued state of emergency. Furthermore, the establishment of special courts that include members of the military in their composition (allowed for under the emergency law) will likely further undermine the independence of the judiciary. The case of seven men facing imminent execution after being hastily sentenced to death in what rights groups say are "grossly unfair trials" is a worrying development in that direction. There is widespread belief that the defendants were tortured to extract confessions that were used by the court to convict them of killing a police officer. A social media campaign by rights activists exhorting Sisi to order a retrial for the defendants has fallen on deaf ears. Critics blame the counterterrorism law decreed by Sisi in August 2015 for the spike in death sentences as the legislation allows authorities to impose heavy sentences for "terrorist" crimes (an elastic term that could include civil disobedience) and limits the appeals process before the courts.
Government supporters, meanwhile, are turning a blind eye to the increased repression and insist the state of emergency is necessary to protect the country. Mohamed Abu Hamed, a member of the pro-Sisi Support Egypt parliamentary bloc, told Al-Monitor "the state of emergency must continue until the terrorist threat subsides."
But the spike in terrorist attacks nationwide — such attacks were previously largely confined to Sinai — is an indication perhaps that the government's repressive approach has been counterproductive.
"It is time for the authorities to consider alternative ways of countering terrorism; social justice and inclusion hold greater promise for achieving security," Adly said.
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Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny (2016)
A story of lost love, young love, a legendary sword and one last opportunity at redemption.
Des vues: 2
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
Director: Woo-Ping Yuen,
Actors: Donnie Yen,Harry Shum Jr.,Michelle Yeoh,Natasha Liu Bordizzo,
Country: China, USA,
Daredevil (2003)
Country: 2003,
He dwells in a world of eternal night, but the blackness is filled with sounds and scents, tastes and textures that most cannot perceive. Although attorney Matt Murdock is blind,…
Country: USA, China,
Catwoman (2004)
Liquidated after discovering a corporate conspiracy, mild-mannered graphic artist Patience Phillips washes up on an island, where she's resurrected and endowed with the prowess of a cat — and she's…
Country: USA,
Genre: Action, Crime, Fantasy
Trauma Center (2019)
Lt. Wakes is a vengeful police detective determined to solve the murders of his partner and an informant, and joins forces with a witness injured during the shootings. After the…
David Cuevas is a family man who works as a gangland tax collector for high ranking Los Angeles gang members. He makes collections across the city with his partner Creeper…
Anaconda 3: Offspring (2008)
Cancer-terminal tycoon Peter Murdoch's secret Wexel Hall Pharmaceuticals lab has developed a blood orchid extract cure. To examine why it works optimally in snakes, they also bread a super-anaconda strain….
Country: USA, Romania,
King Kong (2005)
In 1933 New York, an overly ambitious movie producer coerces his cast and hired ship crew to travel to mysterious Skull Island, where they encounter Kong, a giant ape who…
Country: New Zealand, USA, Germany, Japan,
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama, Romance
Everest (2015)
Inspired by the incredible events surrounding a treacherous attempt to reach the summit of the world's highest mountain, "Everest" documents the awe-inspiring journey of two different expeditions challenged beyond their…
Country: UK, USA, Iceland,
Genre: Action, Adventure, Biography, Drama, Thriller
Bad Boys II (2003)
Out-of-control, trash-talking buddy cops Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowrey of the Miami Narcotics Task Force reunite, and bullets fly, cars crash and laughs explode as they pursue a whacked-out drug…
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Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
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Two victims of traumatized childhoods become lovers and psychopathic serial murderers irresponsibly glorified by the mass media.
I Spy (2002)
When the Switchblade, the most sophisticated prototype stealth fighter created yet, is stolen from the U.S. government, one of the United States' top spies, Alex Scott, is called to action….
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SBN can mean:

 Naval Aircraft Factory SBN, a scout/torpedo bomber from the mid-1930s
 Sehar Broadcasting Network, a television channel in Pakistan
 Servizio bibliotecario nazionale, the National Library Service of Italy
 Small Business Network, by PCM, Inc.
 Society for Behavioral Neuroendocrinology
 Sonlife Broadcasting Network of the Jimmy Swaggart Ministries
 South Bend International Airport, IATA code
 Southern Broadcasting Network, in the Philippines
 Standard Beatbox Notation
 Standard Book Numbering, which developed into ISBN
 Strontium barium niobate
 Former Student Broadcast Network, UK
 Subtract and branch if negative, computer opcode
 Supervision Broadcasting Network, Mongolia

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County Antrim businesswoman, Pamela Dennison, has taken on the role of National Regional Officer for the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) in Northern Ireland. Although the remit for this new role is broad, Pamela will primarily be responsible for raising the profile oflogistics and transport within Northern Ireland and for CILT membership in the region.
As well as having a wealth of experience within the sector, Pamela also brings a youthful and female perspective to the position – two demographics that the industry is eager to appeal to.
Pamela has forged a successful career in a predominantly male industry. Working from a young age in her father's business, specialist furniture logistics company, W.S. Dennison Ltd, Pamela has gone on to hold various high-profile roles in the transport and logistics industry, most recently Transport & Contracts Manager for a large public sector organisation.
Not content with being mother to two young girls, having a day job, taking on the CILT role and having many other commitments (such as being Secretary of an environmental group and a rural community hall), at the age of just 32, Pamela is also Vice-Chair of the Freight Transport Association (FTA) Regional Committee for Northern Ireland. She is also still actively involved in assisting her father in promoting and selling the family business.
The road transport industry employs 2.54 million people, around 8% of the UK workforce; and the industry contributes £124 billion to the economy. However, it is no secret that the industry is facing huge skills gaps, not least regarding HGV drivers, with around 64% of the HGV driver population being 45 years or older. Additionally, the sector remains heavily male-dominated, with just 1% of HGV drivers in the UK being female – Pamela Dennison being one of them! As well as having an HGV class C+E license, Pamela also holds the International Certificate of Professional Competence in road transport (CPC).
Qualifications aside, Pamela strongly believes that her my most valuable professional development has been her career, working within different sectors of the transport industry. Pamela said, "Each job has allowed me to learn new skills and practical experiences, all of which I will carry with me".
Having grown up working in her father's business, in 2012 Pamela went to work for European haulier, McCulla Ireland Ltd, as the Company's Compliance Manager, before moving to the same role at Beatties Distribution, within its specialist European Pharmaceutical sector.
Earlier this year, Pamela won the 'Driving Style' category at a National 'Driver of the Year' competition, ran by the FTA, proof that, not only can women drive trucks, they can also do it well! Pamela was the only female shortlisted in a group of twenty in the overall 18 tonne vehicle category.
With all of the above taken into account in a written application, followed by an intense hour-long interview, Pamela was honoured with the 'Women in Transport' award at the 11th annual Fleet Transport Awards Gala Banquet held at the Citywest Hotel, Dublin on 28 September. Pamela seen off five other shortlisted nominees to take home the award on the night.
This also follows the family business achieving the 'Haulier of the Year' award at the Northern Ireland Export & Freight Transport & Logistics Awards at a ceremony at the Waterfront Hall in Belfast on 14 September. The judges felt that, although W.S. Dennison is not the typical haulier, the Company's ability to carry out such specialist work in a niche sector of the transport and logistics market, and to such high customer service standards, made them worthy winners.
Pamela feels strongly about the under-representation of women in the transport industry. When asked what skills women need to work in the sector, Pamela responded with: "the same skills as men!" but continued to say: "Anyone who wants to work within transport needs to be willing to work at a fast pace, be able to think on their feet, be good at problem solving, commercially aware, intuitive to their surroundings, have a positive attitude, be a team player and a good communicator… the list is endless, but the difficult task is promoting the industry and demonstrating how satisfying the job can be".
As part of her role with CILT, Pamela's aim will be to campaign to raise the profile of the industry, both generally and specifically to young people and women. As well as attending business networking events and visiting schools and colleges to promote the role that transport plays in everyday life, the importance it has for the economy and the variety of jobs available in the sector, Pamela will also encourage and support those women already working in the sector.
Pamela concluded by saying: "I am proud of my unique career path but it is unfortunate that it is not a more common scenario. There are numerous different roles needed to make road transport work and there is a large pool of talented women available to tap into. Most women may not have thought of the transport industry being for them but I would encourage anyone to explore the wide range of exciting and rewarding options that the sector can offer".


In the three years since we've moved in we've done a lot of work to the inside of our house. We completely remodeled the kitchen and both bathrooms, and upgraded most of the rest. The exterior, however, was for a long time another story.
I added shutters and built a few planter boxes, but otherwise ignored the outside of my home. Finally, I decided, it's time to address the curb appeal.
The worst-looking features on the front of our house were definitely the wood posts and beams. I never liked that they were painted the exact same color as the stucco and, after years of neglect, they were starting to peel and flake.
Our house, although only about 14 years old, was made by a tract-home builder inexpensively. Not much attention was paid to detail. For example, to reinforce the joints where the posts meet the beams the builder added strap ties. While very strong, they aren't the best-looking connectors.
We have an awesomely large front porch. It's one of my favorite features of the house. When the weather is nice, I love spending the evening sitting on the swing. Such a generous space deserved a makeover.
Recently, I rolled up my sleeves and gave my front porch its long-needed upgrade.
My first step was to inspect the beams and column posts. There's no point in making the space look pretty if it's ready to fall down. The wood parts of the porch needed a new paint job, but were in otherwise good shape and still structurally sound.
My husband is a structural engineer, so I also had him take a look at the changes I wanted to make and confirm that I was conforming to local building standards.
Next, I removed any dirt and flaking paint from the wood surface using an electric power washer.
After allowing the wood to dry overnight I used a hammer and cat's paw to remove the old strap ties.
This was definitely the most time consuming and least enjoyable part of the makeover, but it was necessary. Since the straps are structural connectors and actually help hold the porch together I only removed every other strap before moving onto the next step.
I used a brush and extra-thick nap roller to apply two thick coats of an exterior acrylic paint. I wanted to mimic the look of stained wood, so I went with a dark brown color.
The biggest style upgrade came from the gorgeous new black powder-coated hardware I used, all from the Outdoor Accents® line by Simpson Strong-Tie.
In addition to straps, hangers, angles and plates; the Outdoor Accents line includes some clever fastener options.
Instead of nails or bolts, I chose to use 3 1/2″ structural wood screws and hex-head washers. I LOVE this combo! The screws are self-tapping, which means no predrilling is required. When combined with hex-head washers, they look like a large, chunky bolts, but are SO MUCH easier to install.
Both sides of the post-beam joints received a new, heavy-duty APL6 strap tie.
To make sure the connections between the posts and beams were always secured, I alternated removing the old strap ties and installing the new APL6s.
After just two days of work, the front of my house was completely transformed!
The best part of using Outdoor Accents® connectors — not only are they beautiful, but they're actually even stronger than the old straps!
The Outdoor Accents® line is structural as well as decorative. That means my posts and beams were embellished and reinforced at the same time.
The black powder-coated hardware makes for a great contrast with the wood and matches my black porch swing. Even though this project was pretty straightforward it isn't something I'd want to do regularly. I love knowing I'll never have to repaint the stylish and durable APL6 straps.
Painting the exposed wood structure and swapping out structural hardware sounds intimidating but it wasn't hard at all! This is a project I think most DIYers could tackle over a weekend. It would make an easy upgrade for a pergola or deck space as well.
A little paint and new connectors can make a huge impact! I still have some additional changes I want to make, but I can honestly say our house's exterior is looking much better these days!


Hollister is the seat of San Benito County and it's experiencing a major growth phase. Just 40 miles from San Jose, Monterey and Santa Cruz, Hollister is becoming increasingly attractive to those wanting to escape busy city life and ever increasing living expenses.
A new home in Hollister ranges from $449–$710K. Looking at comparable homes in San Jose this price range is doubled and homes can be up to 50 years old.
2,290 new housing units (mostly single family homes) are currently approved and have started the construction phase; a population impact of 8,290 people.
2,384 more housing units are currently in the planning stage and there's an additional project being proposed by the county for an additional 1,000–2,000 SFHs just south of Hollister city limits. If all these units were built it would have an additional population impact of approximately 15,870 new residents.
All mentioned housing units are within 2 or 3 miles of the site.
A new 90 room Marriott is nearing completion just outside of downtown Hollister. With the massive use of San Benito County by the surrounding population, city officials believe even with the hotels completion the hotel market can still expand further.
According to a leakage and surplus report conducted by ESRI, Hollister leaks roughly $167.73 MM annually to surrounding trade areas due to lack of retail establishments. This includes all retail trade items as well as food and drink.
Hollister is the gateway to recreation in San Benito County and one of two access points to beautiful Pinnacles National Park, having over 390,000 visitors per year.
San Benito is commonly known to be used by Hollywood film crews for its rolling hills and picturesque landscapes.


With over 40 years in the automotive industry, Bob and his crew can service a long list of cars and manufacturers. No problem is too big or too small for us to handle! While servicing your vehicle, we will not make any unauthorized decisions without contacting you to thoroughly discuss the matter at hand. We want everyone to be reassured that their automobile is in qualified hands. In fact, our certified technicians continually participate in training sessions throughout the year to ensure we stay on the cutting edge in the automotive industry. The safety and reliability of each vehicle is our number one priority.


Ballonnen en meer rents all kinds of party items and also makes beautiful balloon decorations for every occasion.
Ballonnen en meer is the new name of Elsvierderels. Ballonnen en meer is the party supplies store for Dronten and surroundings. This is thé webshop for rental of bounce castles, inflatable Sarah or Abrahams, cotton candy machines, popcorn machines, standing tables. Also for garlands, balloons and handmade balloon pillars made to your wishes you are at the right place.


Rochester is rich with wetland resource areas – ranging from Rochester's largest pond and open space – Snipatuit Pond, to vast swamps scattered throughout town, to the Mattapoisett & Sippican Rivers which eventually empty into Buzzards Bay, to cranberry bogs and small vernal pools which serve as amphibian breeding grounds.
These wetlands buffer Rochester's abundant water supply – which provides drinking water to the communities of Marion, Mattapoisett, Fairhaven & Rochester.
Under Massachusetts General Law the term "wetlands," is defined as wet meadows, marshes, swamps, bogs, areas where groundwater, flowing or standing surface water or ice provide a significant part of the supporting substrate for a plant community for at least five months of the year; emergent and submergent plant communities in inland waters; that portion of any bank which touches any inland waters.
The Wetlands Protection Act and the regulations recognize eight important public values or functions provided by wetlands, water bodies and other areas "subject to protection."
These are referred to in the regulations as "interests" and listed in 310 CMR 10.01(2). Work in such areas is regulated to protect these values.
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There are so many delicious recipes using fresh or frozen blueberries; try a new one today. This page contains recipes using blueberries.
These are good and nutritious, they taste like candy.
Use your toothpick to roll your berry in your yogurt. Cover it and put onto your tray. I just use a cookie sheet. Finish all your blueberries and then put in the freezer. They will take about an hour to freeze. Then enjoy.
Servings: depends on how many you need.
I like to eat this as a snack. It is frozen blueberries with whole milk poured to the top of their mug. The berries become covered with "snow" once the milk is drank down to their level.
Drink milk down to level of berries.
Eat the snow covered berries.
A yummy, old fashioned dessert.
Cream sugar and margarine together thoroughly. Add egg, beating until fluffy. Add sifted dry ingredients alternately with milk. Fold in drained blueberries. Spread batter into greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
Mix topping ingredients together until crumbly. Sprinkle over top. Bake at 375 degrees F for 40-45 minutes.
Melt stick of butter and pour into flour. Mix until gooey. Press out in a 9x13 inch pan. Press chopped pecans into crust. Put in 350 oven until crusty or light brown (about 20 minutes).
In a large bowl, combine the blueberries, white sugar, and lemon juice.
I have several quarts of fresh blueberries. While we love to eat them as they are, we'll never eat that many before they go bad. I would really appreciate recipes and ideas. Thanks!
If you can't use them up, I would recommend freezing them. After they are clean and dry, lay them flat on a cookie sheet to freeze for a couple of hours. Then transfer them into a freezer bag or container for yummy blueberries anytime. This will work for any berries and even sliced fruit.
By the way, I love blueberries in smoothies or on ice cream.
Throw a handful or two of frozen blueberries in pancake batter and fry.
Measure berries into a bowl. Stir in sugar and lemon juice. Let stand 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Boil pectin and water together i minute and remove from heat. Stir in fruit mixture, and continue stirring 2 minutes. Ladle into 6-9 jelly glasses or freezer cartons. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours or overnight; then cover with waxed paper and metal or cardboard lids ( Bernadin makes great freezer jam containers with a twist and snap tight lid, 4 in a package, I love them.) Store in refrigerator or freezer. Makes 6-8 jelly glass size containers.
FROM:CHATELAINE'S ADVENTURES IN COOKING cookbook.
Mix crackers and butter. Cook sugar, starch and berries. COOL. Melt marshmallows in milk over low heat. COOL. Then add whipping cream Put half cracker mixture in pan. Put half of marshmallow mixture on top of crumbs, then add berry mixture. Finish with the last half of marshmallow and cracker crumb mixtures. Chill.
I have frozen blueberries many times. I rinse them good and let them dry before packing into freezer bags. I have used berries that were 3 yrs old and they were just as good. Use them in pie, cake, pancake, smoothies, whatever you want to.
Rinse them well, pour about a cup of sugar on them and refrigerate. The sugar prevents them from spoiling. Blueberries will not turn soft as other berries will in sugar and they will keep a long time. You can rinse the sugar off before eating and they will taste the same as fresh. I've kept them for over 10 days using this method, but it's rare that my family will let them last that long!
Go to www.recipezaar.com and in the search box type in blueberry. There are over 1500 recipes.
When the recipes come up, look where it says the page numbers, under that click on the word "rating", it will sort the recipes into the most popular, with ratings by people who have made the recipe.
Check out @ the fourth recipe called "Blueberry Boy Bait", I made it a couple of weeks age, was awesome.
Good Luck, I'm sure you will find something you like.
If you do freeze them as suggested, I would measure them into one or two cups before putting into the bags, when you need some for a recipe they are already measured out.
Thanks for all the suggestions! I can't wait to try them all!
I am looking for a delicious "crockpot" blueberry buckle type recipe. I have one that uses plain yogurt, but I don't have any. Can I use something else in place? Like maybe regular 2 % milk?
How about low fat or fat free sour cream?
I am looking for recipes using blueberries as a jam or jelly. Or any other recipes!
1 large container cream cheese.
Grease baking dish. Place layer of 1/2 of bread cubes, 1/2 of diced cream cheese, and 1/2 pint blueberries, and pour i/2 of remaining ingredients, which have been well beaten into a smooth batter, over the top.Repeat. Srinkle cinnamon/sugar over top. Press down on contents of dish with covered hands to assure that all batter has been soaked up. Refrgerate 1 hour. Bake @ 350 about 45 minutes or until top has risen and become golden-brown.


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News World Erdogan says Turkey to resume Syria offensive if truce deal falters
Erdogan says Turkey to resume Syria offensive if truce deal falters
President Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday Turkey would press on with its offensive into northeastern Syria and "crush the heads of terrorists" if a deal with Washington on the withdrawal of Kurdish fighters from the area was not fully implemented.
Erdogan agreed on Thursday in talks with U.S. Vice President Mike Pence a five-day pause in the offensive to allow time for the Kurdish fighters to withdraw from a "safe zone" Turkey aims to establish in northeast Syria near the Turkish border.
On Saturday the fragile truce was holding along the border, with just a few Turkish military vehicles crossing the border, Reuters journalists at the scene said. In the last 36 hours, there have been 14 "provocative attacks" from Syria, Turkey's defence ministry said, adding it was continuing to coordinate closely with Washington on implementation of the accord.
If the agreement with the United States, a NATO ally, for the Syrian Kurdish YPG militia to withdraw falters, Turkey will continue its military operation from where it left off, Erdogan said.
"If it works, it works. If not, we will continue to crush the heads of the terrorists the minute the 120 hours (of the ceasefire) are over," Erdogan told flag-waving supporters in the central Turkish province of Kayseri.
"If the promises that were made to us are not kept, we will not wait like we did before and we will continue the operation where it left off once the time we set has run out," he said.
Ankara regards the YPG, the main component of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), as a terrorist group because of its links to Kurdish insurgents in southeast Turkey.
On Friday, the Kurdish militia accused Turkey of violating the five-day pause by shelling civilian areas in the northeast and the border town of Ras al Ain.
A senior Turkish official called the accusations an attempt to sabotage the agreement between Ankara and Washington, adding that Turkey was fully behind the deal.
"Turkey is 100% behind the deal. We already got everything we wanted at the negotiating table," the official said. "It's bizarre to think that we'd violate an agreement that we like," the official added.
The surprise deal to suspend Turkey's military offensive in Syria hinged on Erdogan's demand that Washington agree on a time limit on any ceasefire, a senior Turkish official told Reuters on Friday.
The deal aims to stem a humanitarian crisis, which displaced 200,000 civilians in the region, and ease a security scare over thousands of Islamic State captives guarded by the YPG, who the Turkish assault targets.
The planned safe zone would go 32 km (20 miles) into Syria. Erdogan said on Friday it would run for some 440 km from west to east along the border, though the U.S. special envoy for Syria said the accord covered a smaller area where Turkish forces and their Syrian rebel allies were fighting.
Erdogan also said on Friday Turkey would set up a dozen observation posts across northeast Syria, and that he would hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on what steps to take in the planned "safe zone" next week.
EMERGENCY TALKS IN SOCHI
The truce also aimed to ease a crisis triggered by President Donald Trump's abrupt decision earlier this month to withdraw all 1,000 U.S. troops from northern Syria, a move criticised in Washington and elsewhere as a betrayal of loyal Kurdish allies who had fought for years alongside U.S. troops against Islamic State.
Trump defended his decision as "strategically brilliant" and said the truce reached with Turkey would save millions of lives. Trump later said he held a phone call with Erdogan and that the Turkish leader "very much wants the ceasefire, or pause, to work".
But Trump's move also means the extent of Turkey's ambitions in the region is likely to be determined by Russia and Iran, who both support Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, and look to fill the vacuum created by the U.S. retreat.
Assad has already deployed his forces in territory formerly protected by Washington, invited by the Kurds. Erdogan, who has backed rebels fighting to oust Assad, has said Turkey has no problem with Syrian government forces deploying near the border.
But Erdogan said on Saturday he would discuss the Syrian deployment in northern Syria in his planned talks with Putin during a visit to Russia's Black Sea resort of Sochi on Tuesday.
"In certain parts of our operation area, (Assad) regime forces under Russian protection are situated. We will discuss this issue with Mr Putin. We need to find a solution," Erdogan said.
"But the same is valid there too. If it works, it works. If not, then we will continue to implement our own plans," he said, without elaborating.
While Erdogan and Putin have forged close ties over defence and energy cooperation, as well as efforts to find a political solution in Syria, Moscow has said the Turkish offensive into Syria was "unacceptable" and should be limited.
On Friday, Russian officials discussed with Assad in Damascus the need to de-escalate the situation in northeast Syria, Russia's foreign ministry said on Saturday.
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NieR: Automata won the preference and recognition of the players as the quality of work shown by Platinum Games left satisfied those who acquired the game.
Famitsu recently published an interview with the developers of the title where Yoko Taro, the director of the game, Yosuke Saito, producer, Takahisa Taura, designer, Keiichi Okabe, composer and Akihiko Yoshida, designer of characters, revealed their intentions for an upcoming project.
At first, Yoko Taro stated that one of the possibilities would be to make a remake of NieR, but this would depend directly on Square Enix.
Subsequently, Yosuke Saito took the floor and mentioned that he would be willing to work on a remake of NieR if Yoko Taro was involved and if they could include new elements to the title. In addition, he stated that this would also depend on the expectations of the fans.
For his part, Takahisa Taura raised the stakes and said that as a representative of Platinum Games and given the great work done in NieR: Automata, the motivation is high to make a sequel and personally he has all the willingness to work on a second entry.
Finally, Akihiko Yoshida revealed that the process of creating characters for NieR: Automata was complicated because it was preceded by the great work done in that field for NieR, so that he had a lot of pressure on his shoulders but in the end he achieved the objective and the designs of NieR: Automata were well received by the community. Despite this, the creative assured that if there was a new title of the franchise he would be happy to participate.
NieR: Automata is already available on PC and PlayStation 4. Check Kai's glowing review of the game here.
Although it might not be a perfect game, the sum of NieR: Automata's unique storytelling meshed with Platinum Games' style of action, meld together into a title well deserving of being one of my personal Games of the Year.