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The Texas International Hair Show Presents The Natural Life!
Natural hair is a lifestyle -yes a lifestyle. Whether you're a product junkie, YouTube guru or an "I'll make an appoint" type of girl, natural hair takes time and attention to maintain its health and be vibrant. An added accessory to any look, natural hair is versatile, charismatic and timeless.
The 2018 Texas International Hair and Trade Show's Natural Life department has searched far and wide to bring you trend-setting, innovative, and the most sought after professionals in the world of natural hair. Natural hair educators, stylists, exhibitors, wearers and spectators are welcomed to be part of our hair world.
2018 Natural Life Celebrity Guest Stylist
You've seen her innovative, game changing styling on Beyonce, Zoe Kravitz and Brandy! Susy The Purple Unicorn, aka AfricanCreature, owner of "HairBySusy" and creator of the Lemonade braids and the Zoe braids.
2018 Natural Life Classes
11:00 to 12:15 The tricks and truths about dreadlocks Syreeta Baker
12:30 to 1:45 Locs Jese Webb
11:00 to 12:15 Braid Elevated Ms. Nelly
2:00 to 3:15 Revolutionizing the Natural Experience Cyrita Jackson
3:00 to 4:45 The Business of Loc Extensions Paulette Anderson
2018 Natural Life Showcase and Competitions
The Natural Life Showcase and Competitions offer a grand prize of $500. 2nd and 3rd place winners are awarded trophies.
Crochet Styling
Loc Styling
Braid It Up
The Silky Sensation
Largest Afro
Showcase and Competition details, and entry forms can be found at www.texashairshows.com/natural-life-competitions-and-showcase/
Email: naturalhair@texashairshows.com
or call: 469-969-3575 or 916-750-5290
with questions or concerns.
Beauty by A. Norell – Sexy and Sultry For Spring!
Spring is here, but thanks to mother nature's temperament, heavy frocks are still being rocked and it doesn't seem quite time for pastels and florals. Even if it were, rules were made to be broken, so let's get into this sexy and sultry look created by professional MUA, our beauty guru, Alfena Williams.
The recently engaged, soon to be married, Chasitie Ingram served as the muse for this look that I had the pleasure of sitting in on and was able to inquire about.
SheBatty: When going for a sultry look, what's the first thing that comes to mind as far as makeup?
A.Norell_MUA: "The first thing I think about are sexy eyes and a lip color that pops."
So it's ok to mix a smokey eye with a bold lip? Is that the ultimate combo for sultry/sexy looks?
"Yes! It is definitely ok to mix the two. It really depends on what the individual is wearing and what makeup look they are going for. You have to consider what the focus point will be. For example if you are wearing a beaded gown and the dress is the focal point you don't want a makeup look that's so bold it will take away from the gown.
We are in the day and age of the "glow up" what are some ways to achieve a natural radiance that isn't over-the-top?
"I like to apply a liquid highlighter to the skin first. Then I add the foundation on top of it. The highlighter will radiate through the foundation giving a nice glow."
Tell us how you achieved this look?
"I started the look by applying a flesh tone matte eyeshadow all over her eye. Then I added a gold shimmer eyeshadow on the lid with a dark brown matte shade in the corner. Next we applied lashes and added a plum liquid matte lipstick."
How do we contact you for an appointment?
"Feel free to reach out on instagram @a.norell_mua or
by phone at 817-721-4977."
Valentine's Day Slay – From Office To After-Five
Dallas MUA A. Norell created a Valentine's Day look that's sexy, time efficient and will carry you from day to night. The look was completed four different ways with modern, yet classic fashion from Ivywood Lane Boutique.
"With this look I wanted to do something simple with a pop of color. Valentine's Day falls on a weekday and women might not have a lot of time to do their makeup. This is a look that can be done in 30 mins or less," A. Norrell.
What did you use to achieve the look?
Foundation:Mehron Celebre Pro HD cream in MD 4, Contour: MAC NW 50, Concealer: LA Girl pro concealer in Cool Tan, Setting powder: AJ Crimson Bamboo, Face powder: MAC NW 45,
Eyebrows: Dollar General eyebrow kit, Contour: Covergirl Queen Ebony Bronzer, Blush: no name palette color pink, Highlighter: MAC (discontinued),Eyeshadow: Morphe palettes Second Nature 3502 and 35R Ready, Set, Gold. Liquid Eyeliner: Maybelline Line Stiletto Ultimate (black), Mascara: Maybelline Stiletto Lash (black), Lashes: Ardell Demi Wispies, Lips: MAC Chestnut lip liner and Ruby Woo lipstick
Where can This look be worn?
This look can be worn anywhere. It's natural enough for the work place but just enough drama for date night with that special someone. I'd suggest a nude shade or soft pink lipstick for day time and transition to a bold red lip for night.
Ivywood Lane Boutique
These Pop of Polka black and white polka dot hight waisted pants are a fun selection for the day of love. The red jacket and red lips provide a perfect pop of color.
Polished and ready for business. This look pairs the Modest but Arrogant pop over Jumpsuit with the sexy Floral Kimono Blazer.
This all black Modest but Arrogant strapless pop over jumpsuit will lay the foundation of any look. Dress it up or down with accessories, a jacket, shawl or shoes.
After five and all the way live! Paint the town red in this sexy, fun and flirty Shaggy Fringe Cardigan.
For bookings email A. Norell at A.NorellMua@gmail.com
Model: Andrea Jackson
Fashion: Ivywood LanePictures curtesy of A. Norell.
Makeup and Beyond -A Chat With Celebrity MUA Frederick 'Fred4Face' Saunders
"I love every aspect of being a makeup artist, even the clients with bad attitudes. There is nothing that I would rather do. I feel like I wake up and breath makeup." -Frederick Sanders
@Fred4Face
There aren't many people who can honestly say, "I love what I do," but there are a few and celebrity MUA, Frederick Sanders is one of them. His looks have graced red carpets, album and magazine covers, and been seen center stage on host of celebrities; Regina Hall, Shirley Cesar, MC Lyte, The Clark Sisters, Robyn Dixon, Avery Sunshine and Tamela Mann to name a few and is known for his "anointed hands." I caught up and spoke to Sanders about who he is on a personal level, his career as a makeup artist and what the future holds for "Fred4Face".
Photo Gallery Credit: @Fred4Face
PC: @shebatty
On a typically warm, fall night in Dallas at the swanky Design District apartment skyrise clubhouse amoungst outstanding views while enjoying the sounds of DJ Luqwon, I had the pleasure of watching Saunders work his magic on "The Chain Breaker" herself, Speaker, Author and Philanthropist, Dr. Catrina Pullum.
"I'm the guy that's behind the scenes. People know my work and name, but not necessarily my face," he explains as he enters the clubhouse modestly, charmed and flattered that the Concierge recognized him on sight and greeted him with excitement. Seems like he'd set up and was ready to roll by the time he finished that sentence.
SheBatty: I read that you were preparing for law school and walked into MAC and got hired on the spot.
Fred Saunders: "This is true, this is true."
So have you always been artistic or were you practicing makeup at that time, or do you just have it?
"I'd like to think that I just have it. However, I did grow up being the only boy in a house full of sisters. So I think it just kind of fell on me -I inherited it, if you will, I was the youngest and the only boy. Seeing my great-grandmother, my grandmother, my mother and all of my sisters, you know, it kind of helped along. But I'd never had any desires to be a makeup artist.
I was always artistic. Years ago, as a child, I thought I wanted to be a fashion designer. I would draw clothes and -you know, really try to sketch things out, then I moved to being a cartoonist. So, I feel like -I'd like to say I did have the artistic side, I just never knew that I would develop it as a makeup artist."
Those things sound so far from lawyer, but I guess we're all multi-faceted. Did you know that makeup was your calling upon being hired at MAC?
"It was after, at that moment it was just a summer job for me. I was a school teacher, so my summers were free and I wanted to do something fun that I could do and not have to think about, and I gathered that it would just be something fun -you know, something I would just kind of learn and leave behind or maybe something I could do on the side. I never envisioned being a full fledged artist."
Now that you are an artist, what do you love about it?
"I love every aspect of being a makeup artist, even the clients with bad attitudes — there is nothing that I would rather do. I feel like I wake up and breath makeup."
PC: @Fred4Face
What's your favorite bold looks that you've created or the most fun?
"The most fun bold look….that would have to be on one of my clients who was very conservative, she did not really allow me to step out of the box, but I just kind of like –really, just kind of did my own thing one day. And it ended up being a cover shoot for a CD. And the CD picture went viral."
You are great at creating classic red carpet looks. Do you like to step outside of that and do bold looks?
"Absolutely! I've done everything from fashion makeup, to red carpet beauty makeup, to body painting to face painting for halloween. I've even gone as far as to do female impersonators, so it's really like a big circle."
You just told me that you had a client who was conservative, and you had a little fun and it worked. Do you often do that -play up looks and have fun?
I often do what I want -to be honest. And I hope none of my clients see this. I let them tell me what they believe they want, and I take their idea and make it my own. So, if somebody tells me, 'I just want like, six colors on my eye.' And I know that you're not patient enough for me to put six colors on your eye and blend them down, then what I'll do is i'll do a simulation of what you want. And you might believe that you have six colors, but at the end of the day it may only be two. And that's just real, because a lot of times I feel like most clients sit in the chair and tell you what they think they want, but then when they actually figure out what they really want, they're like, 'Oh, that's not what I wanted.' So to save myself some time, and save them a headache -you know, let me just combine the two."
What's your go to brand?
"My go to brand is actually Temptu, believe it or not. I do have a lot of things that I use. I can't say that I use a certain foundation or a certain concealer, because I generally just use whatever I can find a good match with for color and whatever just works in my bag."
What's your go to budget brand?
"My go to budget brand…I'm actually enjoying, believe it or not, Kiss Cosmetics Professional and you can find that in the beauty supply store. They have some great longwear lipsticks and they have some great brow pencils -I'm actually using a brow pencil right now by Kiss Cosmetics."
What's the one product that we can always find in your bag?
"One product that you can always find in my bag, is my Temptu Airbrush Machine. That is my must-have. I travel with it everywhere I go. I find that when I'm working with gentlemen, they prefer the airbrush, because it doesn't give you that makeupy [sic] look. But it's still nice and natural enough that they can walk outside and nobody would be like 'Oh my gosh, are you wearing makeup?' so, that's my must have."
What advice would you give aspiring MUAs?
"Be able to listen, be able to learn and never stop learning. Even at my age now and the number of years I have under my belt as a makeup artist, I'm still open to learning new things. So, always be open to learning new things."
How do you feel social media has affected the industry?
"Social Media has definitely impacted the industry in so many different ways. I think it's more so negatively, because there are so many people who feel like because they have two brushes and a pencil, they can say, "I"m a makeup artist" because they know how to draw their brows on. However, not necessarily knowing the art behind it, where you actually have to put in some work and understand, like other peoples skin types and other peoples structures and things of that nature."
fred beyond the makeup
Who are you beyond the makeup?
"Beyond the makeup….I am a mentor, I am a father, I am a friend, I'm a brother. I'm a Dillard [University] grad -hello! I speak three languages: Spanish, French and German. I was a foreign language major in college most people don't know that about me and that's pretty much a fun fact."
What are your plans for 2018?
"I'm taking bigger faith walks. I'm actually stepping out of my box and trying to do something on a bigger level. Somethings that I never thought that I would even dream of accomplishing. Stepping out on the waters a little bit.
Always be on the lookout for me. Cause if you sleep on me you're gonna look up and be like 'Oh, he's up there!"
Visit Fred4Face for booking information and to see more Sanders work.
A NIGHT FOR THE STARS AWARDS THE BEST IN BEAUTY, ATTRACTS NATIONAL ATTENDANCE
On Sunday December 3, 2017, Trish Hill, a Dallas-based philanthropist, entrepreneur, and owner of Salon N'vious, in partnership with The Trish Hill Foundation, hosted the 6th annual A Night for the Stars beauty industry awards show and gala, attracting national attendance from the best and the brightest in the beauty industry including: Naja Rickette (WE TV's L.A. Hair, Celebrity Nail Artist for Lady Gaga, Mary J. Blige, and others), Paul Mitchell School, Bronner Bros., Dana Harper (NBC's The Voice, Season 11), LuLu Amin (DFW Beauty Guide), Christian Craven (award-winning men's fashion blogger), Tyzza Macias (top local beauty entrepreneur, Founder of Factory Glam), and Jaleesa Charisse Howard (award-winning fashion and natural hair blogger), and more.
The 6th annual awards show was emceed by Titia Owens (local media personality and Founder of Where Are You? Homeless Outreach), and featured a GRAMMYs-inspired awards presentation, men and women's fashion show, and the honoring of a cancer makeover recipient, Roz Bratton McGill as the inaugural awardee of a head to toe makeover through the Trish Hill Foundation – a foundation that provides donated and/or low cost beauty services in the DFW metroplex to cancer patients and survivors in order to positively boost their self-esteem and provide hope.
"I've been to the GRAMMY's and the VMA's," celebrity Nail Artist and WE TV's Naja Rickette wrote on her Instagram, "[but] in all sincerity A Night for the Stars by Trish Hill in Dallas is at a similar production value. Check it out next year."
A full list of the 2017 Night for the Stars Award Winners are:
Best Barber: Monica Wells-Phillips
Best MakeUp Artist: Keenya Madison
Best Nail Tech: Icon Nails
Best Hair Show: Bronner Bros.
Best Hairstylist: Cee Rich
Best Esthetician: Dawn Jackson
Best Educator: Freddie Jones AKA Freddie J
Best Salon: Good Hair Day
Best Fashion Stylist: Andre Terry
Best Beauty School: Paul Mitchell Dallas
Best Magazine: Cosign Magazine
Best Product Sales Rep: Raymond Owens
Best Oral Surgeon: Dr. Faith Oliver
Shining Star 2017: Orianna Jenkins (DFW Teen Fashion Week)
Shining Star 2017: Kaye Flewellen
Trish Hill Foundation Cancer Makeover Awardee: Roz Bratton McGill
Night of the Stars Founder, Trish Hill
PHOTOS: Used Courtesy of: Trish Hill
TONI&GUY Style Menu Simplifies Your Holiday Glam
TONI&GUY introduces Style Menu just in time for the 2017 Holiday! This style option trio is guaranteed to simplify your style needs this holiday party season, and at only $45 it's a deal you can't pass up.
I attended a Style Menu pre-view blogger event at the Hillcrest location in Dallas, TX. Style Menu options are now available at TONI&GUY locations! The event was held on a Thursday evening, offering Style Menu services and mini-makeovers. We showed up ready to work and get our blog on, but clearly the day was close to its end. But DJ So4kis made the party rock as we enjoyed an assortment of delectables and champagne while waiting to be serviced. We walked in day-long tired and walked out refreshed and ready to paint the town -even on a week night!
Style Menu
Style Menu offers Socialite Sleek, Boho Chic and Bombshell Blowout as styling options.
T&G National Creative Technical Director, Samantha Finley introducing Style Menu
Socialite Sleek
Polished, Smooth finish, Contemporary Edge
Bohemian sophistication with a relaxed attitude
Bombshell Blowout
Sexy undone volume and body
Style Menu's Diversity
I kind of shot myself in the foot in this for this event. I showed up with a full beat and I have locs. In my experience, when stylists aren't familiar with Afro hair, in combination with locs, things get a little awkward. I was disheartened that no service was offered to me for hair. The stylist weren't prepared for locs that night, but they rocked two other afro textured frocks. The salon provided wash, blow dry and flat ironing services for relaxed and loose natural hair. Both ladies were pleased with their results.
Visit your nearest TONI&GUY location to experience Style Menu this holiday!
Posted on November 26, 2017 December 30, 2017
Hill Harper Discusses His New, Natural Grooming Line And The Importance Of Product Knowledge In The Black Community
"I couldn't be more proud of these products. They're about health. They're about wellness. They're about making you smell good, feel good, look good and they check a lot of boxes -they hit home on a lot of levels. They're premium quality products that are healthy for you and your skin, but at the same time they're very affordable." -Hill Harper
The Architect & co.
Hill Harper debuted H2L and JUA via The Architect & Co. in March 2017. H2L and JUA are natural, non-toxic grooming products for men and women. Over a pre-Thanksgiving midday chat, Harper explains, "The company that we founded is called The Architect & Co., betheartitect.com, it's foundationally a health and wellness company built off the idea -what I write about in my book, that we are all active architects of our own life. And we can build our life like an architect builds a structure, but we have to start with a real strong blueprint or a plan and then we have to have the right foundation. And so, the first line of product we have for men is called H2L, and for women it's called JUA. JUA means sun in Swahili, and H2L is just a play on my name; there are two H's and two L's in my name."
H2L for men
H2L Nourishing Body Wash, H2L 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioning Cleanse, H2L After-Shower Hydrating Oil Spray, H2L Invigorating Body Lotion
H2L Natural Shave kit
H2L Natural Men's Pre-Shave Primer Oil, H2L Natural Men's Shave Lotion, H2L Natural Men's Aftershave & Bump Prevention
JUA Nourishing Body Wash, JUA Smoothing Shampoo, JUA Restoring Conditioner, JUA After-shower Hydrating Oil Spray, JUA Invigorating Body Lotion
hill harper, founder
Harper, is best known for his role as Dr. Shelton Hawkes in the CBS hit drama serie CSI: NY and has a long list of noteworthy experiences spanning from critically acclaimed actor, to author, to Harvard Law Graduate. So what inspired the creation of an all natural line, in the beauty genre and something as intimate as a skincare?
It would take a personal experiences with cancer, in combination with serving as a member of a cancer panel, could with his passion for community to add founder of affordable and health driven grooming products into his notable list of accomplishments.
"In 2010 I was doing a movie, For Colored Girls, in Atlanta. Kerry Washington was playing my wife and we were there shooting and I woke up one morning and I couldn't swallow very well and, ultimately, to make a long story short, I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. My father had actually died of pancreatic cancer, but when he was my, almost, same age he had been diagnosed with thyroid cancer," he says.
The Architect & Co. formulates products with consideration to melanin, and they launched their mens and womens lines simultaneously. Knowing that cancer is one of the leading causes of death for the Black male demographic, I couldn't help but wonder, so I asked, "was the creation of this product, in-part, due to the lack of attention that Black males, in particular, pay to healthcare?"
He replied, "I created this line and it's healthy for everybody. But, it particularly has properties for folks with melanin in their skin. We tend to have a lack of Vitamin D and Vitamin D is something that is critical for good health, so I put in a lot of oils that have a lot of Vitamin D and things like that. But at the same time you're absolutely right, as African American men, we have a tendency to not stay on top of our health or our health checks on a regular basis; but we still use products we just throw some stuff on and keep it moving.
After I'd had surgery for my thyroid, President Obama -who I've been friends with for a number of years, asked me to join his President's Cancer panel, which is a three-member panel that makes recommendations for the White House. There are two scientist on the panel and one non-scientist, and I was that non-scientist. Different experts would come present to the panel; we would take their information and make recommendations.
Many of these doctors and experts would talk about what we put on our skin. And the fact that our skin is our largest organ on our body, and it absorbs everything you put on it, almost like eating it. And they were making a point, to me, and to the panel, that the same companies who own the drug company are the same ones, these multi-national conglomerate companies, that own most of the products that come out for skincare, lotions and etcetera. These companies own these companies and so there's not a big interest in doing research and study on the impact of having these carcinogenic elements that are in many of these products. And I thought about our community. I remember when I was young, my grandmother was like, 'You gonna put some Vaseline on that?' [Right] Vaseline is Petroleum Jelly, it is a toxic byproduct of oil, you know, oil refining."
H2L and JUA, affordable solutions
A thyroid cancer diagnosis and working so closely with research surrounding cancer lead Harper to being aware and conscious of daily-use products. He is also aware of the price tag associated with non-toxic living and says, "I was in a position where I could afford these high-end products that didn't have any carcinogens, but I said to myself, 'What about people in the community? They can't afford $40 for conditioner or $40 for the organic shampoo.' I said, "There has to be a way that you can have non-carcinogenic products at an affordable price -the same price as some of these other brands."
Hill has done just that by offering H2L and JUA exclusively from his production plant TheArchitect & Co. via bethearchitect.com. A subscription based model that renews annually, or as frequently as necessary through a la carte orders. Ladies, subscribe for your JUA and hook your man up too, with a subscription to H2L for the year.
Use the Promo Code: TRY ME 20 for 20% off of your order now through the 2017 Holiday Season!
Photos from bethearchitect.com
Posted on October 22, 2017 November 26, 2017
Séxūal By Michel Germain
Séxūal by Michel Germain was founded on love and is a romantic fragrance, frequently referred to as, "A love note in a bottle."
Michel Germain, a French-Canadian Perfumer for more than 25 years, known for his prestigious fragrances. Germain credits the sustainability of his brand to creating a storyline that stands out and does something that no one has ever done. When shopping for a fragrance you want compliments. Michel Germain Parfums wants you to get noticed and asked what you're wearing!
I had the pleasure of co-hosting the Séxūal by Michel Germain Pop-up at Macy's in NorthPark Center Mall in Dallas, Texas on October 21st.
Attendees enjoyed treats, and detailed information about the brand and the Séxūal line by a Michel Germain Account Executive.
Séxūal
"I haven't found a fragrance that makes me feel confident. I haven't found a fragrance that lasts and I haven't found a fragrance that makes me feel like i'm the only women in the world." -Norma germain
Inspired by a comment from his wife, Norma, Séxūal by Michel Germain features eight fragrances in total. Four Women's fragrances: Tendre, Paris, Sugar and Noir. And four for Men's fragrances:Tendre Pour Homme, Paris Pour Homme, Pour Homme and Noir Pour Homme.
But what goes into making a fragrance that makes a women feel like the only women in the world? This sent Germain on a five year quest through France, Africa and the North East for the perfect notes needed to create a fragrance that would do all those things. Ultimately creating Séxūal, a fragrance that exudes romance. MG Account Exec explains that, "In all Séxūal fragrances there is a hidden note, an aphrodisiac. It invites closeness. It invites romance, hugs, and kisses guaranteed. That is what makes this frangrance so unique. They are also oil based, the natural oils blend with your body chemistry and creates your own signature fragrance.
So what happens when you wear the Séxūal? It's not, 'oh, you're wearing this, or are you wearing that? The question becomes, 'oh my goodness miss! What is that that you're wearing?' They can't identify the scent, because you've just created your own signature fragrance through the natural oils, through the aphrodisiacs. That's why you want to own Séxūal!"
Event Photo Credit: Alfena Williams
Simple Autumn Glow
Fall is my favorite season. I love everything about it, from crisp air, to chilled breezes, to snuggling up with my boo next to a fire, to wrapping up in a plush blanket with a book and let my imagination run wild. Another thing that I love about Fall is the fashion, swraters, turtle necks, pea coats, booties, boots, gloves, hat and scarves all excite me! I love the breathtaking mixture of rich orange, red and brown tones that the tree paint the sky with during Fall. I love Fall trend makeup as well!
Today's simple Autumn Glow look with a burnt orange lip is affordable and easy to recreate.
Foundation: NYX Total Control Liquid Foundation (Cappuccino)
Concealer: NYX Gotcha Covered Concealer (Golden)
Contour & Blush: NYX Cheek Contour Duo Palette (Wine & Dine)
Brow: MAC eye brow pencil (Spiked)
Top Lash Line:Lancôme Grandiose (Matte Noir)
Lower Lash Line: MAC Technakohl Liner (Graphblack)
Lashes: Ardell 210 Demi Whispies
Lips: NYX Lip Lustre (Moznow) and AJ Crimson's S+M Metallic Lip Gloss (Coinz)
Glow: Fenty Killawatt Hightlight (Chic Phreak)
Quality at a steal!
NXY Total Control foundation is definitely a cosmetic product of quality at an affordable price!
My Experience At The Makeup Show Dallas!
For the past two years I've wanted to attend the Makeup Show in Dallas, but, without any industry credentials, I couldn't even pay my way into the show! [Insert 2017] I made it to The Makeup Show Dallas and my experience was utterly amazing!
The show itself is the "ha-ha," providing a wealth of information, resources for makeup artists and beauty industry professionals in every city it hits. The line up for this year's show included some industry heavy hitters. I was able to meet and speak with a few one on one (screams and faints), and others I was able to experience through their Keynote and Business Forum platforms. Brands ranged from up and coming, and local, to world renowned.
I was especially happy to be in attendance this year after learning from the show's Director, James Vincent, that Texas is one of the best areas in the world for salon and spa services, and that this year the show focused on brands known for diversity and inclusion. And if you know me, then you know that basically,
Same Fine and the Basics of Beauty
I attended the show both days, and was able to sit in on part of Keynote, Sam Fine's session on the Basics of Beauty on Saturday. He shared a wealth of information with us, and since I'm not stingy, I'll share a few tips that stood out for me.
To insure that your product doesn't settle into fine lines. For eyes, look up and gently pull down or expand the skin under the eyes. For fine lines around the mouth, press your lips together and blow. This causes the skin around the mouth to expand and you'll be able to buff the product out accordingly.
Shimmer eye shadow and women of a certain age. Because the skin becomes more textured the older we get, it's best to play up the brows and lips to add pop to the look versus using shimmer eye shadow.
Follow Sam Fine on Instagram at @iamsamfine
Danessa Myrick's Vision Cream Foundation!
One of the busiest booths on the floor was Danessa Myricks'. Every time I walked by or looked, over there was a mob of people rushing the counter. I avoided the crowd for as long as I could, but I've had my eye on her Vision Cream Foundation and couldn't leave the show without it. So when I saw a window of opportunity I took it, and ended up being second in line to be matched for foundation (winning)! The foundation is full-coverage and long wearing, I was matched with the shade W05. Shop Vision Cream Foundation at www.danessamyricksbeauty.com.
AJ Crimson's Lipsticks!
I also purchased two lipstick shades from AJ Crimson. I purchased the S+M Sultry and Matte, Matte Liquid Lipstick in Keep It Cute. I also purchased the S+M Sultry and Matte, Metallic Lip Gloss in Coinz. I love the metallic orange/gold magic they make when paired. Find the entire collection at www.ajcrimson.com.
Terri Tomlinson's Flesh Toned Color Wheel!
I have always struggle with finding my foundation match, and knowing what colors to put together that compliment my skin tone. I have cool and warm under tones. I'm cooler in the winter and warmer in the summer. Trust me, finding my best match is a struggle. Thanks to Terri Tomlinson and the Flesh Toned Color Wheel I will struggle no more! Terri launched her Flesh Toned Color Wheel this summer and is a great investment! Color theory is taught with primary colors, the actual colors. We all know skin color is not actual color. White skin is not the color white. having cool, warm, olive under tones do not translate as cut and dry as looking at colors on a piece of paper. The Flesh Toned Color Wheel take color theory using true flesh tone color as a base. Purchase your Flesh Tone Color Wheel at Makeup101.com


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September 2, 2014 by Fr. Dwight Longenecker
On the Glory of Purgatory September 2, 2014 Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Saved from Sacrifice: A Theology of the Cross by S. Mark Heim is a fascinating exposition of the thought of Rene Girard to the theology of the atonement or "what really happened when Jesus died on the cross. I'm reading it as part of my research for a book I am working on called The Sacred Sacrifice which will be an explanation and expansion of Girard's thought for a popular audience.
Toward the end of the book Heim meditates on an element of Anselm's thought on the atonement, and records this dialogue in Anselm on the need we have not only for forgiveness, but for participation in forgiveness.
Anselm: But suppose it were true that God forgives him who does not pay what he owes, because he cannot
B: That is what I should wish
A: But as long as he does not repay, he either will or will not wish to repay. But if he wishes to do what he cannot do, he will be in want, and if he does not wish to do it, he will be unjust
B: Nothing is clearer than this
A: But if he is either in need or unjust, he will not be blessed
An example will clarify: Let us say that Johnny throws a baseball through old Mrs Brady's window. He is very sorry for having broken the window and he apologizes to Mrs Brady. She is a nice, rich old lady, and not only forgives Johnny, but can pay to have the window repaired. Johnny has no money and cannot pay for the window to be repaired. But if Johnny is really sorry and is a good boy he would want to pay for the repair of Mrs Brady's window. His own virtue has made him unhappy. If, however, he does not want to pay for the window then he is not virtuous after all.
Mrs. Brady could pay for the window and be done with it, but she would be truly wise and virtuous if she insisted that Johnny pay for the window and assisted him to do so, "I'll tell you what Johnny," says Mrs Brady, "I know you can't pay for the window, but if you wish to pay for it, why not mow my lawn for the rest of the summer once a week and we'll call it done."
By participation in the restitution Johnny is not only granted the dignity of being fully responsible for his actions, but he is also granted the dignity of being engaged in the forgiveness process. He is not just "let off" instead he is integrated in the process and so fully forgiven once the price is paid.
This is the reason for penance and purgatory.
After genuine repentance the soul is completely forgiven by God unconditionally. However, the price for the sin must still be paid and this is where penance and purgatory come in.
I cannot forget the scene from the film The Mission in which the slave trader Roderigo, played by Robert deNiro, is given the penance of lugging his weapons and the tools of his slave trading on the long journey up the waterfall to the settlement of the aboriginals. In his violence and lust he has killed his own brother… Continue Reading
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Utah Has Shitty Air Quality
A new report from the American Lung Association has revealed that Salt Lake City and Logan, Utah, rank among the cities with some of the worst air quality nationwide. The 2022 "State of the Air" report, released today, shows the two Utah towns are doing better for some of the most harmful and widespread types of air pollution: particle pollution and ozone (smog), but not so great overall, ranking 10th in the nation.
Compared to last year's report, the Salt Lake City region improved slightly from 17th to 20th most polluted for short-term particle pollution and from 8th to 10th most polluted for ozone. Logan-area residents experienced an improvement with fewer unhealthy days of short-term particle pollution spikes. Logan's ranking improved from 7th to 18th most polluted for short-term particle pollution.
On the brightside, St. George ranked among the country's cleanest cities, making the lists for both short-term and year-round particle pollution.
The "State of the Air" report is the Lung Association's annual air quality "report card" that tracks and grades Americans' exposure to unhealthy levels of smog, soot, and short-term spikes in particle pollution, over a three-year period. This year's report covers 2018-2020. See the full report at Lung.org/sota.
"Despite some recent improvements, the levels of ozone and particle pollution seen in several areas of Utah can still harm the health of all of our residents. But particularly at risk are children, older adults, pregnant people, and those living with chronic disease. Both ozone and particle pollution can cause premature death and other serious health effects such as asthma attacks, cardiovascular damage, and developmental and reproductive harm. Particle pollution can also cause lung cancer," said Nick Torres, advocacy director for the Lung Association.
Ground-level Ozone Pollution in Utah
For the second report in a row, the Salt Lake City metro area experienced fewer unhealthy days of high ozone on average, after having seen several years of increases between the 2017 and 2020 "State of the Air" reports. The region's weighted average of 21.8 days was still high enough to rank 10th among the nation's most polluted cities for ozone pollution.
Uintah County and Duchesne County each showed slight improvements over last year's report, but still earned Fs.
Particle Pollution in Utah
The report also tracked short-term spikes in particle pollution, which can be extremely dangerous and even lethal. Short-term particle pollution in the Salt Lake City metro area reached its lowest ever, but the area still ranks 20th among the most-polluted cities nationally in that category. Utah County's weighted average of 8.0 days is trending in the right direction, down from a high of 31.7 days in the "State of the Air 2006."
Short-term particle pollution in Logan also showed improvements, but still ranks among the country's most polluted cities in that category (18th). Compared to last year's report, Cache County's weighted average of unhealthy particle pollution days dropped from 12.7 to 9.3 days. Like Utah County, Cache County is also trending in the right direction. The weighted average of 9.3 days in this year's report still earns an F, but it is significantly down from Cache County's worst period of 31.8 days in "State of the Air 2008."
The 2022 "State of the Air" found that year-round particle pollution levels in Utah were slightly worse overall than in last year's report, but all counties earned passing grades. The Salt Lake City region maintained the same year-round particle pollution levels as in last year's report, the area's best ever.
The report found that nationwide, nearly 9 million more people were impacted by deadly particle pollution than reported last year. It also shows more days with "very unhealthy" and "hazardous" air quality than ever before in the two-decade history of this report. Overall, more than 137 million Americans live in counties that had unhealthy levels of ozone or particle pollution. Communities of color are disproportionately exposed to unhealthy air. The report found that people of color were 61% more likely than white people to live in a county with a failing grade for at least one pollutant, and 3.6 times as likely to live in a county with a failing grade for all three pollutants.
Fortunately, Utahns have several escape-to-clean-air routes. Just head up to the mountains along I-80, Little and Big Cottonwood canyons, out to the Uintas, or up Provo Canyon for fresh breaths.
The addition of 2020 data to the 2022 "State of the Air" report gives a first look at air quality trends during the COVID-19 pandemic. Regardless of the shutdowns in early 2020, there was no obvious improvement.
The American Lung Association is calling on the Biden administration to strengthen the national limits on both short-term and year-round particulate matter air pollution. See the full report results and sign the petition here.


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Environmental Laws In Pakistan: Adal Aur Sehat Project
Jun 29, 2021·10 min read
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In Episode 36, we are joined by Mr. Rafay Alam, an expert on environmental laws, to discuss the environmental protection laws in Pakistan. He has addressed important issues such as what constitutes the environment, the authorities responsible for the protection of the environment, and if an individual has a remedy against an environmental polluter under the law.
This Article is a transcription of Episode 36. Hear the full audio podcast with Mr. Rafay Alam on Adal Aur Sehat Project's YouTube channel. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6SJhwdDzRE
In today's world, saying that there is an environmental emergency would not be incorrect! With industrialization, urbanization, the increased use of fossil fuels causing excessive air and water pollution and plenty of other factors; creating environmental awareness and promoting environmental education are the means to ensure that humans do not degrade environment but conserve it for the future.
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Q. Can you please give us an overview of the environmental laws present in Pakistan. And whether those laws are separate on a provincial and federal level.
Mr. Rafay Alam: Firstly, we have to define what we mean by the term "environment"? We have a social environment which at times become negative or toxic, and we also have a natural environment. With regards to latter, there are many preexisting laws, for instance, the laws regarding forest protection are dating back to 1928. In the Criminal Procedure Code there are sections related to criminal nuisance which penalizes the person guilty of causing pollution in someone else's home/land. Similarly, we have Factories Act 1934 which has provisions related to factories emitting pollution and the occupational health and safety conditions inside the factories. Even though these laws had been in existence, however, what we understand environmental law today is something that happened on a global level in 1972 at UN Conference in Stockholm on Human Environment. Pakistan was one of the attendees in this conference, however, there was barely any participation from our side. Regardless, there was a benefit in signing that agreement because when the constitution of 1973 was drafted, in the concurrent list the subjects related to environmental pollution and natural ecology was introduced for the first time and later the provinces were given the jurisdiction to legislate on these subjects. In 1983 there was an Ordinance introduced and in 1997 the National Assembly passed the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, which defined the term "environment" for the first time. The definition was not only related to the natural environment such as air, water, land etc. but it also includes human environment such as roads, buildings and societies. This Act is enforced by the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) which makes sure that the environment protection quality standards are being followed. These quality standards can be understood as the "speed limits" for pollution. After the 18th Amendment, the concurrent list was removed and therefore, the topic of environmental pollution was limited to provincial level. All the four provinces now have their own laws related to environmental pollution, however, the basis of these laws are similar to the 1997 Act. This was the basic history of how and when the environmental laws came into existence.
Q. What amounts as violation under the Law? For instance, if the car fumes are polluting the environment, will this be a violation under this law?
Mr. Rafay Alam: This is a good question. I will give you an example of Punjab, where the offences related to environmental laws can be categorized as major and minor offences. Some of the major offences include, starting a project without an NOC, or not abiding by the environmental quality standards which can incur a penalty of up to 30–50 lakhs. The minor offences includes, handling or disposing off of hazardous substances without a license, or pollution caused by automobile or sound pollution is adjudicated on an environmental magistrate level and the guilty party can be fined up to 3 lakh rupees.
Q. Can you please tell us the connection between various environmental protection laws? For instance, if someone commits deforestation and illegally constructs a factory which in turn causes air pollution so there is a lot of interconnection of different laws. In this scenario, how can we identify which law is being violated? Also, as you have previously talked about NOC, so a lot of times we notice that the NOC is of questionable nature such as, a factory is being operated in a residential area which is emitting a lot of fumes. What happens in this case?
Mr. Rafay Alam: Firstly, we have Environmental Agency which enforces these laws, and it also conducts the environmental assessment for the projects in provinces, after the assessment the NOC is issued. This is the process to obtain the NOC. Beyond this, the Environmental Agency also has the power to pass Environmental Protection Order (EPO) against anyone caught violating the environmental laws. Just as you said that if a factory is polluting the environment in a residential area or anywhere, then a person has an option to file a complaint to the agency and it is their responsibility to take action, if the violation is proved then the agency can give any order such as order to put pollution control on the factory or even shut it down, or to install a better machinery to reduce the pollution.
Q. Does the Environmental Protection Agency actively pursue these complaints or take any action, and whether there is any tangible outcome seen?
Mr. Rafay Alam: In Punjab there are less than 500 people working in these environmental agencies. In Lahore, there are approximately 12000 industries, and more than 60,000 industries in the entire province of Punjab. If you look at Karachi, there are more than 50,000 industries. In Lahore, there are only 6 inspectors to perform inspection of the entire area, and only a dozen in Karachi. In this situation, if the agency does not have enough resources or people to perform its function, then it cannot perform its role well. Just as if the police cannot investigate or perform biometrics then the entire criminal justice system suffers, similarly, the environmental agency cannot give results if it does not have enough capacity to perform its function. Therefore, the issue is of the capacity and not the law. For instance, in Punjab there are 36 districts and only 5 meters to measure air pollution.
Q. As you spoke about the budget, what is your opinion as to why Pakistan does not take environmental issue seriously? As we have recently experienced that due to climate change, Karachi and Lahore have suffered a lot in the form of heavy rainfalls and smog. And the issue of land sliding in northern areas due to melting glaciers. Even after signing the international environmental treaties, and keeping in mind that environmental pollution is affecting the country and people in almost every manner, why is the country still not taking this matter seriously?
Mr. Rafay Alam: This is not just an issue in Pakistan. If you go to any country you will notice that there are high levels of environmental pollution. For instance, in United States because of their political matters they are not willing to take this issue of pollution on a political level. Recently, an interesting concept has emerged on this matter. As we all live in nation states now as opposed to kingdoms some 100 or 200 years ago. The purpose of the nation state is to serve its people and to work for their benefit and growth, this was designed some 100 years ago. In the 19th century the concept of Human Rights was introduced in this design after World War 2 in the form of UN Declaration on Human Rights, and these rights were adopted by the nation states in their framework. Because of these fundamental rights, some nation states focused on their people's welfare such as health, social security and education along with economic progress. During this time, the issue of climate crisis arose and it does not fit in the nation states model. The nation state only focuses on its people's welfare and growth and not the natural ecology. Therefore, this issue does not only exist in Pakistan but it is faced by the entire world.
Q. Can you please let us know the procedure for filing a complaint with regards to environmental pollution caused by any facility? What are the remedies available to the complainant/affected person under the law?
Mr. Rafay Alam: The complaint can be written to the Director General of Environmental Protection Agency, after that the complainant has 30 days to wait for the Agency to take action, if the action is taken then their problem will be resolved, however if no action is taken then the party has a right to go to the Environmental Tribunal which deals with such cases, similar to a criminal trial. Unfortunately, in practice this procedure is so lengthy that I have not seen many factories closed down because of a private complaint. Most of the factories are closed down when the public sector or EPA inspector himself files a complaint.
Q. Does the complainant have an option to apply for an injunction?
Mr. Rafay Alam: Again the complaint is filed to the EPA and if they do not take any action such as collecting evidence or samples of pollution or surveying the affected area, then the same complaint goes to Tribunal and the complaint takes the form of a criminal trial which requires a high burden of proof before the judge holds the party guilty of crime, and to do so, the court would require evidence of such pollution such as samples or tests, and if the EPA has not taken any action then this stops the prosecution.
Q. You have mentioned a very important point of collecting evidence as evidence is always important in any case. This brings me to another point that what is the most common hindrance that you face when filing such a case? Is it lack of evidence or court's attitude towards environmental protection law and cases?
Mr. Rafay Alam: In private sector, everyone wants the business to go smoothly. These kinds of procedures and actions hinders the business growth which no business person would want. The principle of "polluter must pay" is explained to these people, and if they understand this then they do take action in reducing the pollution such as installing better machinery or treatment plants. We need to let the polluters know that there is a cost that they need to pay if they spread the pollution and they need to internalize this cost in their financial books as well because most of the time they spread this cost to the society instead of taking the responsibility for it. These facilities can even get tax incentives for better environmental performance, for instance, the Green Pakistan Scheme is testing various cities and those with better performance are given a prize by the Federal Government.
I've been told a lot of times that in a country like Pakistan where most people are just looking for work and earn a basic living, the issue of environmental protection should not be a priority. I have done much research on this question. I have seen and read a lot that in countries where a movement towards environmental protection and awareness began was against those organizations and businesses who are responsible for destroying people's lives and homes because of pollution. And this movement has spread from a civil society to the legal system. My point is, the cure for environmental pollution does not come after the economic development but it exists in the middle of the road towards it, and we need to fight for it. Hence, we cannot wait for economic development. An average human life is decreasing by 5 years just because of air pollution.
Q. As you have mentioned that we cannot wait for economic development and we need to address this issue of pollution; the question arises, whether you think it is ever possible to achieve a good environment that is free from air or water pollution in Pakistan?
Mr. Rafay Alam: Few months ago because of lockdown, schools and factories in big cities were closed, and we have noticed a big reduction of air and water pollution. This is not a difficult work, it is possible, but to do so we need to change our habits. Some people say that planting trees or turning the water tap off when not using would be enough, although these are also good habits, but these do not change the larger environment. The environmental pollution exists because of some of the systems in our country. For instance, I am an environmental friendly person but while we are conducting our zoom session here, the electricity is being generated by a coal fired power plant which is causing pollution. As long as we do not fix the energy system, we cannot improve the overall environment. Therefore, we need to move towards improving the system, as this issue has gone beyond an individual level.
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The encoding process consists of formatting the message into some transmittable form. This makes the communication possible. The language, written and spoken words, facial expressions, body language, and other means of transmitting an idea can be used. Some of the time a communication we do not wish to send is sent anyway. We can communicate by physically touching someone. We can communicate by making some sort of a physical gesture such as pointing a finger.
I Create and sustain dynamic interpersonal relationships. Despite people's fascination with chat rooms, e-mail, and other types of computer-aided communication, computers don't foster close, trusting relationships between people. If anything, technology makes relationships more difficult to develop because it removes your ability to see facial expressions and body language.
Everything felt different by the time the second Sprint review rolled around, and it was clear that there was positive change afoot by the subsequent Sprint retrospective. People were talking and sharing laughter and lively conversation filled the workspace. I heard detailed questions and responses. I heard a buzz that filled the entire floor and people engaged with each other in mutually working to understand and solve problems. A common theme during the Sprint retrospective was how much the team members enjoyed working on this project. You could see it in the team members' body language. Everyone was relaxed, bantering, comfortable with being themselves around each other. The team constituted a community unto itself.
1 Communication is limited to the exchange of words. The sender's nonverbal cues (such as facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice) are lost. An old adage claims It's not what you say it's howyou say it. In a face-to-face communication, people often pay more attention to the speaker's tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language than to the words. Because e-mail can't transmit nonverbal cues, people have developed a new vocabulary to share their nonverbal messages with their e-mail recipients. Unfortunately, incorrect use of this vocabulary can send the wrong message, creating misunderstandings and hard feelings.
Representing the opposite polarity from ''thinking,'' the ''feeling'' person relies on visceral reactions and human connections. Often, the ''F'' person looks behind and beyond the words at such things as reactions, facial expressions, and body language to try to understand what is actually happening in a given situation. Such a person is comfortable with subjectivity and emotions in others and himself or herself. As a manager, he or she tends to empathize with the situation of subordinates and shows a great deal of patience and understanding. This type of person likes harmony and spends time to try to persuade other people on a preferred position. About 50 of the population score in this category.
The various classes of users are identified and scheduled for lab sessions. The lab is equipped with movie projectors to record body language and facial expressions as well as to time the various operations. The videotapes are carefully reviewed by those responsible for the eventual system rollout to learn what they can about difficulties and training issues. If the lab experience indicates that changes are required, they are made and the results tested again.
Perry understands that people vary in their concept of time, ways of doing business, styles of management and leadership, and views of how the world functions. He also understands that differences exist in the meaning of words (semantics), interpretation of expressions (body language), perception of priorities, and definition of team building. Needless to say, all this diversity adds complexity to the planning, coordination, and control of the project. He knows, however, that he can deal with diversity in several ways.


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Vancouver Convention Centre among four selected as Best Convention Center by EXHIBITOR Magazine
Vancouver, BC (December 12, 2019) – The Vancouver Convention Centre has been recognized as Best Convention Center (100,000 – 500,000 square feet of exhibit space) by EXHIBITOR Magazine. The award-winning facility, owned and operated by B.C. Pavilion Corporation, was also included in the publication's first annual Centers of Excellence list in October.
The award was announced in December in conjunction with Expo! Expo!, the International Association of Exhibitions and Events' (IAEE) annual meeting and exhibition. Three additional convention centres were recognized in categories based on their total available exhibit space including Las Vegas Convention Center, San Diego Convention Center and Overland Park Convention Center. The Anaheim Convention Center and Minneapolis Convention Center were also recognized for Best Expansion or Renovation Project and Best Customer Service & On-Site Support, respectively.
"It's an honour to once again be recognized by EXHIBITOR Magazine alongside such a prestigious group of facilities," said Craig Lehto, General Manager, Vancouver Convention Centre. "We strive to provide our clients with a venue experience that is unique, sustainable and exceptional, and our success is a testament to our team's passion and continued commitment to excellence."
Situated centrally on Vancouver's downtown waterfront, the venue's connected East and West buildings offer a combined total of 466,500 ft2 (43,340 m2) of flexible meeting, exhibition and plenary space and is host to upwards of 550 events a year including notable events such as TED, Women Deliver 2019, and Sleep Expo 2019. The only double LEED Platinum certified convention centre, the Convention Centre is also recognized for its global leadership in environmental sustainability.
Travis Stanton, editor of EXHIBITOR Magazine, said of the recipients, "These six facilities range dramatically in size, from 60,000 to nearly 2 million square feet of exhibit space. And they vary in geographic location, from the American Southwest to the Canadian province of British Columbia. But they all share one thing in common, and that's a commitment to excellence."
Editors: High resolution images available for download here.
About the Vancouver Convention Centre
Located on Vancouver's downtown waterfront with a dramatic mountain backdrop, the world's first double LEED® Platinum certified convention centre offers one of the most beautiful settings in the world. The award-winning Vancouver Convention Centre features two connected buildings with a combined total of 466,500 ft2 (43,340 m2) of flexible meeting, exhibition, ballroom and plenary space. The facility is committed to environmental sustainability as well as unparalleled service, technology offerings and culinary excellence.
www.vancouverconventioncentre.com
About Exhibitor Media Group
The leader in trade show and corporate event marketing education, Exhibitor Media Group publishes the award-winning EXHIBITOR magazine, a monthly publication featuring best practices in trade show marketing. EXHIBITOR's learning events include: EXHIBITORLIVE, Best Practices in Trade Shows and Events; EXHIBITORFastTrak accelerated learning conferences; and EXHIBITOR eTrak, professional online learning. Exhibitor Media Group is also the founder and sponsor of CTSM (Certified Trade Show Marketer), the industry's only university-affiliated professional certification program. www.ExhibitorOnline.com
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James Blunt gives his detractors the 2-fingers in latest single, 'Love Me Better'.
Lifted from his upcoming album 'The Afterlove' which is set for release on March 24th through Atlantic Records, 'Love Me Better' marks a new departure for the platinum selling artist. Produced by American singer Ryan Tedder (One Republic), a respected songwriter in his own right (Madonna, U2, Adele) its interstitial arc curves through a spectrum of slick R&B before exploding into vibrant uptempo pop.
While reflective lyrics are raw and forthright, they are also both critical and self-critical. Shaped in the humourous fold that is trademark Blunt, they take a side-swipe at the Blunt detractors whilst dabbling in some heartfelt emosh. Fusing high-end R&B with uptown pop, the song, which hinges on catchy beats and gyrating synths, cruises seamlessly through stop-start tempo changes, giving it both a striking rhythm and refreshing vibe.
Coming ahead of his fifth album on which James worked with a diverse cohort including Ed Sheeran and MoZella, the track marks a progressive shift in both sound and style for the 'You're Beautiful' star.
Later this year, November to be exact, will see James Blunt embark on an UK 'The Afterlove Tour'. A list of dates together with links to pre-order the upcoming album are detailed below. For further information check out James Blunt's Facebook page.
Pom Poko – Unleash New Single Ahead of Trondheim Calling & Cruise Into Urort Final!


Theresa May — who did not support leaving during the Brexit campaign — has carefully maneuvered Britons into a Sophie's choice. Accept colonial status inside the European Union — remain in the customs union with no say about the rules — or a hard break with no plan to manage it.
The ultimate EU victory over Brexit will intimidate Italy and other victims of its maddening macroeconomic, currency and immigration policies from demanding systemic change or eventually bolting. Germany, which ultimately dictates the rules, will continue to arrogantly profit while Europe's southern underbelly remains permanently near or in recession and growth overall remains anemic.
Japan's population and labor force are aging and shrinking. Labor force and robust economic growth cannot be sustained unless women accomplish a minimum fertility rate of 2.1 or populations are backfilled by immigration, which the Japanese culturally resist.
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe can strengthen banks, break up industrial cartels and reform labor markets but unless his efforts to boost immigration shift into high gear, Japan collapses. The yen one day becomes worthless and investors are smart to buy U.S. Treasuries and Hawaiian real estate-not California property, because most Golden State residents want out.
Businesses follow suit. The dollar's share of cross-border debt financing has jumped to 62% even though the U.S. is one-fifth of the global economy. Forty percent of all cross-border trade is denominated in dollars - 23% of German exports even though only 6% are headed for America.
Nationally, artificial intelligence is driving innovation and growth. China has a well-financed program but the U.S. budget does not finance the same. Instead more Americans are on the dole than before the financial crisis, and that's Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's recipe for turning America into a socialist paradise like Venezuela.


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China's economy has three "unchanged" behind the decline in GDP growth
(Mid-Year Economic Observation) China's economy has three "unchanged" behind the decline in GDP growth China News Service, Beijing, July 15 (Reporter Wang Enbo) The China Economic Semi-annual Report was published on the 15th. From 18.3% in the first quarter to 12.7% in the first half of the year, behind the year-on-year decline in GDP growth, there are still three "unchanged" trends in China's
(Mid-Year Economic Observation) China's economy has three "unchanged" behind the decline in GDP growth
China News Service, Beijing, July 15 (Reporter Wang Enbo) The China Economic Semi-annual Report was published on the 15th.
From 18.3% in the first quarter to 12.7% in the first half of the year, behind the year-on-year decline in GDP growth, there are still three "unchanged" trends in China's economy.
First, the recovery momentum remains unchanged.
Affected by the epidemic, China's main economic indicators have experienced negative growth since February last year, leading to a sharp jump in the year-on-year growth rate of relevant indicators in the same period this year.
As the base recovers, the year-on-year growth rate of these indicators is an inevitable trend.
According to Wang Jun, chief economist of Centaline Bank, the current economic situation in China depends not only on year-on-year data, but also on average data of the past two years, chain-on-month data, etc. Only by combining different aspects can we better observe the overall picture of China's economy.
As he said, although the year-on-year growth rate of China's GDP in the first half of the year fell from the first quarter, the average growth rate in the two years was 5.3%, which is still 0.3 percentage points faster than the first quarter.
In terms of a single quarter, the second quarter increased by 7.9% year-on-year and 1.3% month-on-month. The two-year average growth rate was 5.5%, which was 0.5% faster than the first quarter.
In terms of related indicators, the total freight volume in the first half of the year increased by 24.6% year-on-year, and the two-year average growth rate was 7.2%; the total social power consumption increased by 16.1% year-on-year, and the two-year average growth rate was 7%.
As a key engine of China's economic growth, consumption, which has been hit harder by the epidemic, is also showing an improvement trend.
In June, the total retail sales of consumer goods increased by 12.1% year-on-year and 10% year-on-year. The two-year average growth rate was 4.9%, an increase of 0.4%.
Wen Bin, chief researcher of China Minsheng Bank, said that the contribution rate of final consumption expenditure to economic growth in the first half of the year reached 61.7%, 42.5 percentage points higher than the total capital formation, and the fundamental role of consumption is gradually being released.
Second, the development confidence remains unchanged.
With the steady economic recovery, China's development quality and efficiency have generally improved.
According to statistics, from January to May, the total profits of China's industrial enterprises above designated size increased by 83.4% year-on-year, an average increase of 21.7% in two years, and the operating income margin reached 7.11%, an increase of 2.05 percentage points from the same period last year.
From January to May, the total profit of service industry enterprises above designated size increased by 1.5 times year-on-year.
Life is easier, which has strengthened the development confidence and confidence of market players.
In June, China's Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) was 50.9%, which has been in the boom range for 16 consecutive months. The non-manufacturing business activity index and the comprehensive PMI output index are also in the higher boom range.
A previous report issued by Standard Chartered Bank also showed that the current confidence index of China's SMEs remains at the second highest level since the outbreak, and its overall business activities are stable, and the recovery of various industries is more balanced.
Liu Aihua, spokesperson of the National Bureau of Statistics of China and Director of the Department of National Economic Comprehensive Statistics, said that this reflects the continuous improvement of market participants' confidence in future economic growth and confidence in future growth vitality.
She also mentioned that the gradual increase in market vitality and the general improvement in corporate returns are conducive to enhancing corporate investment confidence and ability.
Third, the policy will remain unchanged.
On the whole, China's national economy continued to recover steadily in the first half of the year, basically in line with expectations.
However, in the second half of the year, there are still many unstable and uncertain factors in China's economic development.
On the one hand, the international epidemic situation has repeated ups and downs, the global economic recovery is not yet fully and unbalanced, and external demand is still fluctuating; on the other hand, the foundation of domestic economic recovery needs to be further consolidated, especially the rise in commodity prices, which brings greater costs to companies pressure.
In this context, China's policy toolbox continues to open.
For example, the central bank recently announced a reduction in the deposit reserve ratio of financial institutions, releasing about 1 trillion yuan in long-term funds.
Liu Aihua said that while economic fundamentals, supply and demand are stable and improving, macro policies continue to support the real economy, and policies to support small and micro enterprises and individual industrial and commercial households are constantly being implemented. This is conducive to providing relief for enterprises. Overcome difficulties and continue to inject vitality into the market.
Wen Bin believes that in the next step, China's macroeconomic policies should continue to maintain the word "stable". As external shocks increase and growth pressures increase, the focus of work can be shifted to stable growth and market players, and continue to increase efforts to boost growth. Domestic demand.
Monetary policy continues to increase structural support to help small, medium and micro enterprises hedge against the impact of raw material price increases; fiscal policy continues to work hard to support economic growth and further promote investment to play a key role.
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Source: chinanews
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