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Rangers agree to terms with Henrik Lundqvist on contract extension
NEW YORK, December 4, 2013 – New York Rangers President and General Manager Glen Sather announced today that the club has agreed to terms with goaltender Henrik Lundqvist on a contract extension.
"Since his arrival in New York in 2005, Henrik has consistently been one of the elite goaltenders in the NHL," said Sather. "He is a proud representative of the tradition and class of this organization and we are excited to have him remain as a cornerstone of the franchise."
Lundqvist, 31, has been voted a Vezina Trophy finalist as the league's top goaltender in five of his eight NHL seasons, having won the award following the 2011-12 season. The seven-time Rangers' MVP entered the season as the only NHL goaltender with an active streak of eight straight 20-win seasons, and holds the league record for most consecutive 30-win seasons to begin his career with seven straight. He is also a two-time Olympian (2006, 2010) and an Olympic Gold Medalist, having captured a gold medal with Sweden at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Torino, Italy.
In 531 career appearances, Lundqvist has posted a record of 284-182-57, along with a 2.26 goals against average, .920 save percentage, and 47 shutouts. He ranks fifth in shutouts and sixth in wins among active goaltenders, and ranks second in both shutouts and wins in franchise history.
Lundqvist is 8-11-0 with a 2.51 goals against average, .917 save percentage, and two shutouts in 20 appearances this season. Last season, he finished tied for the league lead with 24 wins en route to being selected as a Second Team NHL All-Star. He became the first Rangers goaltender to lead the league in wins since Mike Richter in 1993-94, and, on April 5 at Pittsburgh, became just the fourth Rangers goalie to appear in 500 career contests. In the playoffs, Lundqvist posted shutouts in Games 6 and 7 of the Rangers' Eastern Conference Quarterfinals series against Washington to become the first NHL goaltender in 11 years to close out a seven-game playoff series with consecutive shutouts.
The three-time NHL All-Star established career-highs with 39 wins, a 1.97 goals against average, and .930 save percentage during the 2011-12 season. Lundqvist ranked third in the league in wins, tied for third in save percentage and shutouts (eight), and fourth in goals against average that season. He helped lead the Rangers to Game 6 of the 2012 Eastern Conference Finals, posting playoff career-highs in games played (20), wins (10), shutouts (three), and goals against average (1.82). His three shutouts tied for the NHL lead, while he ranked second in goals against average during the postseason. Lundqvist was awarded the Vezina Trophy as the league's top goaltender, and selected as a First Team NHL All-Star following the season.
The Are, Sweden native was originally selected by the Rangers as a seventh round choice, 205th overall, in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut on October 8, 2005 at New Jersey, and finished his rookie season with a 30-12-9 mark, 2.24 goals against average, .922 save percentage, and two shutouts. Lundqvist was selected to the 2005-06 NHL All-Rookie Team and was third in voting for the Vezina Trophy that season, becoming the first rookie to be a finalist for the award since Jim Carey in 1995.
About The Madison Square Garden Company
The Madison Square Garden Company is a fully-integrated sports, media and entertainment business. The Company is comprised of three business segments: MSG Sports, MSG Media and MSG Entertainment, which are strategically aligned to work together to drive the Company's overall business, which is built on a foundation of iconic venues and compelling content that the company creates, produces, presents and/or distributes through its programming networks and other media assets. MSG Sports owns and operates the following sports franchises: the New York Knicks (NBA), the New York Rangers (NHL), the New York Liberty (WNBA), and the Hartford Wolf Pack (AHL). MSG Sports also features the presentation of a wide variety of live sporting events including professional boxing, college basketball, bull riding and tennis. MSG Media is a leader in production and content development for multiple distribution platforms, including content originating from the Company's venues. MSG Media's television networks consist of regional sports networks, MSG Network and MSG+, collectively referred to as MSG Networks; and Fuse, a national television network dedicated to music. MSG Networks also include high-definition channels, MSG HD and MSG+ HD, and Fuse includes its high-definition channel, Fuse HD. MSG Entertainment is one of the country's leaders in live entertainment. MSG Entertainment creates, produces and/or presents a variety of live productions, including the Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the Rockettes. MSG Entertainment also presents or hosts other live entertainment events such as concerts, family shows and special events in the Company's diverse collection of venues. These venues consist of Madison Square Garden, The Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, the Beacon Theatre, the Forum in Inglewood, CA, The Chicago Theatre, and the Wang Theatre in Boston, MA. More information is available at www.themadisonsquaregardencompany.com.
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Modeling is an exciting career but not everyone can succeed in the field. The modeling business is not only about looking good. You have to have a unique look. You must be passionate about the industry. If you are serious about becoming a model, there are steps you can take to fulfill your dream. It is important to find a good agency, know your measurements, and be in great physical shape.
Initially, you must have a trustworthy agent or representative. There are agencies all over but living in a city that is in the top 10 in the markets will be a great advantage. These major cities have a number of modeling agencies. They hold castings or open calls to look for new models and talents. Be cautious especially when an agency asks for money in the beginning. Most legitimate agencies get paid through commissions they take a percentage of your pay for every job that you do. Remember if an agent really believe in you and that they can profit from your work they will invest in you.
Meanwhile, you should know your measurements. The basic measurements are your height, weight and of course shoe size. You should also know your clothing measurements like your dress size, chest (Bra), and waist. Don't forget to also know your exact hair color, skin tone, and the color of your eyes.
Finally, you must be in shape and keep your stress levels under control. Of course, staying in shape requires a lot of exercise. As a model, agents expect you to control weight gain and drastic weight lost. You can easily do this by understanding proper eating habits. Yoga, swimming, and meditating is really helpful when it comes to mental health. I remember back when I use to model. I would get a call for a job sometimes last-minute. I was able to alter my body within a weeks to fit the look, while remaining healthy.
Read a few books and magazines (Elle, Vogue, Essence) on modeling so you can have some basic knowlege on the modeling industry. You need some great photos to include in your portfolio. Put your images and HTML documents on modeling services sites and off course social networks and youtube is a great way to gain exposure (modelservice.com).
Modeling is an exciting career but if not careful may lead to eating disorders and a need to always look irresistible. remember it's a career just like any other job. The stress levels are high. Be ambitious and passionate at all times. Good luck!
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My friend Brandon captured our imagination by posting a picture of this beautiful abandoned farmhouse sitting in a field of daffodils. Wow. Who could resist a drive in the county to tiny little Salters, SC to find it just out of town on Highway 521?
I did not go inside but he contacted the owner and discovered it is for sale for $100,000 on two acres of land. I don't need to buy it but someone will. I hope they leave the yard full of daffodils.
The West Ashley United facebook group under the leadership of Laurie Lechner rallied neighbors for a clean up morning primarily along Glenn McConnell parkway. Wave as you go by! Thanks to Boy Scout Troop 79 for lending a hand!
You can't go wrong in any season but the scene from the top of the observation tower (puff, pant) will look completely different in a few weeks. The golden brown marsh will turn green and the trees will be alive with birds. Take a turn through the camellia garden and climb on up!
Oh, I like this renovation! You may have guessed that I like blue. This is so pretty. Checking the link for The Quarters on King lets you see inside. Book a room! Invite me to check it out!
I deliberately bought a new dishwasher from Best Buy knowing that they were willing to do deliveries on weekends. I found the one I wanted, bought it, paid for it and was all ready to select my delivery date when the cashier said they don't do weekends anymore. Aaaargh. So today I had the dreaded 12 - 4 window to bring work home to do while I wait for my delivery. Doncha think that someone would care how difficult it is for most of us to leave work? Meanwhile - they were prompt and efficient and I have a pretty new dishwasher. Lets get some dishes dirty!
It has been a few years since I bought a ticket and attended the South EasternWildlife Exhibition. I often simply wander through the free areas but this year I bought a day pass and enjoyed it. In my memory Sunday was often a wind down day when it was slower paced but not today! There was plenty of action, dogs and kids everywhere and the vendors and artists seemed to be doing well.
There is such incredible talent at this show - I love the bird carvings and art work so spent much of my morning at Charleston Place Hotel. The free shuttles offer rides to the different locations so I walked to Gaillard for the marketplace and then hit Brittlebank Park and Marion Square.
I have connections! Every year I send an email to Randall Dukes and he summons a beauty queen to serve as an honorary volunteer on Valentine's Day. We've met one beautiful young lady after another.
Our guest this year was Sara Burd, Miss South Carolina Global US and she was a delight. I was exhausted after walking all over the hospital and she did it with heels on! She brought a lot of smiles and posed for so many pictures. Thanks Sara!
Just for fun! I should have saved it for Mother's Day.
I keep forgetting to post this picture since I actually took it on Christmas day. I spotted this scene in a park on Daniel Island and it caught my eye since I am not usually in that area. Fun spot for kids to play.
It's a dreary day in Charleston today but not as rainy as I expected so I've been doing some yard clean up for spring. There are already little buds on the hydrangeas but the colder than normal temps have done a number on plants that normally make it through our winters.
I was to help with a neighborhood clean up this morning but checking my phone from bed I learned it was cancelled due to the rain and fog. Fog! That got me up from my lazy bed and out to Magnolia Gardens for a walk in the mist. I wandered through the camellia garden and climbed the observation tower. Not a bad way to celebrate my birthday.
I love seeing little plants and ferns growing out of cracks in walls and sidewalks. This tiny ivy made a home in the top of a brick post. Stepping back I realized the home was so beautiful I'd best include the wide angle shot for you as well.
It's been a wet and drippy night here and I've missed my usual walk. I hope that doesn't mean I have to walk 20,000 steps tomorrow to make up for it.
The ubiquitous lawn and garden ornament goes by many names, including lawn balls, yard globes, witch balls, fairy balls, mirror balls and globes of happiness.
The shiny spheres range widely in size, from less than two inches to over two feet.
The reflective globes found popularity in Victorian England, where they were displayed inside affluent homes.
"Mad" King Ludwig of Bavaria so loved gazing balls he had them produced in many sizes to be hung in trees, floated in ponds and displayed atop ornate pedestals around his castle. King Ludwig's obsession led to the use of glass baubles as Christmas tree ornaments.
After falling out of favor in the 19th century, gazing balls enjoyed a resurgence in the U.S. in the early 20th century as a sign of wealth.
Southern hosts would place the reflective spheres on porch rails to easily spot an iced tea glass that might need a refill.
"Witch Balls" were once used as protection from evil spirits, as witches would catch sight of their visage and either be trapped inside or frightened off, depending on the folklore.
A kinder version of the tale suggests fairy globes would attract friendly spirits, bringing good fortune to the home.
If a fragile, hand-blown gazing ball is cracked or its seal is broken, the spell is lost as moisture fogs the reflection.
Once known as "butler balls," the reflective globe would be placed strategically on a dining room sideboard so Victorian Era servants could remain outside the room and still see when service was required.
Indoor gazing balls were also used to unobtrusively chaperone young couples during courtship.
Although many are still made from delicate blown glass, some modern gazing balls are manufactured of reflective metal for durability.
Most gazing balls are now used as outdoor decoration. A colorful gazing ball doesn't just add style, these colorful globes will also attract birds to the yard, if positioned conspicuously. Place gazing balls in low-traffic areas to avoid breakage. Glass gazing balls should be stored indoors during winter months to prevent cracking and the escape of captured witches.
Last night was the Roper St. Francis Healthcare donor appreciation gala at Belmond Charleston Place Hotel. What fun to see the people we work with every day all dressed up! I let the professional photographers do their thing and only grabbed a couple of cell phone shots of the festivities.
The Sergeant Jasper apartment building is wrapped for demolition. It wasn't the most attractive building but we grew accustomed to it and it provided reasonably prices apartments for many years. This are going to look very different in that part of town.


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Chuck Wendig Says He Was Fired from Marvel Star Wars Comics for Politics
Posted on October 12, 2018 | by Jude Terror | 0 Comment(s)
Chuck Wendig was set to launch a new Marvel Star Wars Comic, Shadow of Darth Vader, in February, but it looks like he's already been taken off the book before the first issue hits stands. According to Wendig, he's been removed from Shadow of Vader as of issue #4, and also another Star Wars book that hadn't been announced yet. According to Wendig, the reason given for his removal is "Because of the negativity and vulgarity that my tweets bring. Seriously, that's what Mark [Paniccia], the editor said. It was too much politics, too much vulgarity, too much negativity on my part."
The tweets in question apparently refer to Wendig's recent dust-ups with conservatives following the Brett Kavanaugh hearings, as well as a campaign of negative reviews and YouTube videos made about him, which he says is a response to his inclusion of LGBTQ characters in his Star Wars work. Wendig says that Chelsea Cain was also fired from Marvel "for political reasons," and we can't help but noticed that the circumstances of Wendig's removal mirrors that of Aubrey Sitterson's removal from IDW's GI Joe comic before the comic even hit stands following a similar campaign against him. Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn was also fired by Marvel's parent company Disney after an alt-right campaign called for his head due to his vocal opposition to President Donald Trump, though that situation differed in that old social media posts from Gunn's edgelord days were surfaced, containing "jokes" about controversial topics that put Disney in a difficult position.
We reached out to Marvel for comment and will follow up with an update if they respond.
UPDATE: After publication, Marvel contacted us with a "no comment."
Below, read Wendig's full statement, as posted to Twitter.
So, here's a thing that has happened – I just got fired from Marvel. Taken off issues 4 and 5 of SHADOW OF VADER, and taken off an as-yet-unannounced SW book.
This might be a long thread, so apologies in advance.
— Chuck Wendig (@ChuckWendig) October 12, 2018
To rewind a little bit, when SW: AFTERMATH came out, I assume most know but maybe you don't, I put some ahh, elements in there (LGBT characters) that were not received well by a certain subset of fandom.
I was literally at a midnight release of the book, and when I got done, there were already a pile of one-star reviews piling up – which seemed strange, obviously. And scary, too. I didn't understand what was happening at the time.
I also started receiving TONS of harassment – harassment that has gone on for years, harassment that has required me to contact local police and warn them of SWATting attempts, harassment across all corners of the Internet, here, FB, Reddit, YouTube.
(Christ, for an extra special treat go search for my name and check out the YouTube videos if you want an eye-opening glimpse.)
And privately, I was told by folks inside LFL that there was no worry here, that they valued that I spoke out both speaking up for myself and for STAR WARS, which has always honestly been a progressive brand and company.
After I did HYPERION with Marvel, they hired me then to write the TFA adaptation, which meant I got to work with some wonderful folks – @hantos and @cracksh0t – on a project that was tricky, because it ended up being more a translation of the movie than an adaptation.
Still, I thought things were good, and I hoped to do more work with Marvel or SW or a combo of the two someday – comics isn't really my "thing," per se, but I felt like I was getting a handle on it.
Well, it was creepy.
And I'd seen other signs of people being… fired for political reasons, or folks like @ChelseaCain who was yanked around and was also the subject of considerable nastiness.
Today I got the call. I'm fired. Because of the negativity and vulgarity that my tweets bring. Seriously, that's what Mark, the editor said. It was too much politics, too much vulgarity, too much negativity on my part.
Which, of course, is their decision to make. I'm not their boss. (And, turns out, they're not the boss of me, either. Har har.)
(I joke because otherwise, I cry.)
If they honestly feel that my presence will damage the book, I don't want that. I want the book to shine, and artists like Juanan Ramirez and Greg Smallwood to do their amazing thing. Artists like that are gods in my mind, so I'm happy to not distract from their literal magic.
And it seems odd to be mad that I'm mad about politics when – well, look around. Climate change, kids in cages, sexual harassers at the topmost tiers of power, and so on. A call for civility as the PA GOP candidate threatens Tom Wolf with a golf cleat stomping. I dunno, man.
(All that being said, a lot of wonderful people still work inside those institutions and storyworlds, and I hope you'll continue to support them and the stories they're telling.)
P.S. Vote in November like your life depends on it. Because it just might.
About Jude Terror
A prophecy says that in the comic book industry's darkest days, a hero will come to lead the people through a plague of overpriced floppies, incentive variant covers, #1 issue reboots, and super-mega-crossover events.
Scourge of Rich Johnston, maker of puns, and seeker of the Snyder Cut, Jude Terror, sadly, is not the hero comics needs right now... but he's the one the industry deserves.
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'Counting On' Joseph Duggar And Kendra Caldwell Ready To Announce They Are Pregnant?
It's been three months since Joseph Duggar and Kendra Caldwell tied the knot and fans of Counting On are already desperate for baby news. Duggar can thank his big sisters for spoiling everyone rotten when it comes to pregnancy announcements within weeks of walking down the aisle. Now, everyone just expects it. Could the young couple be ready to announce that they have a little one on the way?
Duggar and Caldwell have been silent since returning from their Grecian honeymoon in October, only appearing in a couple of family photos.
But, of course, one of those pics has fueled rumors that the newlyweds could be expecting a baby because Caldwell was standing behind her mother and almost completely hidden.
Per In Touch Weekly, this past week when the Duggar family posted a baby photo of Joseph, fans started pleading with them to share new information about the 22-year-old and his new bride.
It's quite possible the pair has already conceived, but we most likely won't know until after the first trimester. The Duggar family is known for announcing engagements and pregnancies quickly and not keeping those kinds of things hidden.
For now, Joseph Duggar and Kendra Caldwell are happy talking about how great married life is. He told People magazine that being married is an "amazing feeling" and the two are enjoying every minute.
Kendra added that her favorite part is being together all the time, plus the hugging and the kissing. She added that being married to your best friend is amazing.
We are so excited to share Joe and Kendra's wedding album!! Click the link in the bio to see them! ????
The Duggars do not allow their children to have social media accounts until they are engaged, so fans hadn't heard much of anything from Joseph until he popped the question.
But, the seventh Duggar child doesn't seem to be too anxious to share much about his life with fans now, either. Instead, he remains relatively quiet while enjoying being a newlywed and working in the family business.
According to Romper, instead of relying on TV money, he is getting his real estate license and will flip houses.
Joseph is only the second Duggar son to marry, with his brothers John-David, Jedediah, and Josiah all being old enough to court, but not yet finding the right girl. The deeply religious family is known for their conservative approach to finding love.
Instead of just regular dating, they are allowed to court, which is dating with the intention of marriage. Jim Bob and Michelle – the Duggar parents – don't allow any physical contact between courting couples (except for side hugs), chaperones are always present, and all text messages must be a group text that includes the parents.
Joseph Duggar and Kendra Caldwell have not addressed the baby rumors.


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The luscious juices can be used to make gravy or au jus; they are very flavorful. Suggested seasonings are Smokey Mesquite, Fajita Seasoning, Taco Seasoning, Lawry's Seasoned Salt, Nawlin's Seasoning, or your personal favorite seasoning. If your seasoning doesn't contain salt, you'll need to sprinkle the breasts with a little salt and pepper before browning. Incidentally, if you're in a big hurry, you can skip the browning step, but the chicken breasts won't be as attractive. You'll also need to add 2 or 3 minutes to the cooking time. In this recipe, you can also use frozen breasts, in which case, you'll need to cook them 10 minutes.
Sprinkle the chicken breast halves liberally on both sides with seasoning salt.
Spray the bottom of the Instant Pot with non-stick spray.
Turn the pot to the saut? function and heat.
Quickly brown the breasts (make sure they are still raw in the middle).
Pour the chicken broth over the breasts.
Put the cover on the pot, set the valve to sealing, and set the pot to manual for 5 minutes.
Let stand 5 minutes, then do a quick release.
Remove the breasts from the pot and strain the juices which can be used to make sauces for the chicken breasts or to moisten shredded or sliced chicken.


Mobberly Baptist Church will host best selling author and radio host Eric Metaxas on July 1, during their Patriotic Celebration.
Metaxas is the New York Times#1 bestselling author of Martin Luther, If You Can Keep It, Bonhoeffer, Miracles, Seven Women, Seven Men, and Amazing Grace. He has written more than thirty children's books, including the bestsellers Squanto and the Miracle of Thanksgiving, It's Time to Sleep, and My Love. His books have been translated into more than twenty languages.
He is the host of the Eric Metaxas Show, a nationally syndicated radio program heard in more than 120 cities around the U.S.
The special patriotic service will feature music that celebrates our freedom and our faith, followed by a message from Metaxas. Services on Sunday, July 1 are at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. on the Longview campus located at 625 E Loop 281, and at 11 a.m. on the Marshall campus located at 101 W Carolanne Blvd in Marshall.
Metaxas will speak live in the 8 & 9:30 a.m. services in Longview and via video during the 11 a.m. services in both the Longview and Marshall campuses. The event is free and all are invited to attend.


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Is Hospice only for the last few days of life?
Hospice is available when a physician certifies that a person has a life-limiting illness with a projected life span of 6 months or less. If you choose to stop curative treatment, you are able to begin hospice at that time. There are studies that show people live an average of 29 days longer with hospice care in place versus alternative forms of end-of-life care. Furthermore, they live with more comfort, dignity and peace of mind.
Now is always a good time to ask questions and learn about Hospice. End-of-life care may be difficult to discuss, it is always helpful to make wishes known long before it comes a concern. Then when the time comes for hospice the transition can be seamless and uncomfortable or forced situations can be avoided. Hospice of Lansing is always available to answer your questions in person or over the phone.
Hospice can be initiated by you, your physician or the hospital. If you call hospice directly, Hospice of Lansing will ask a few questions then will call the primary physician to gain a referral.(Required by insurance.) If the physician or hospital initiates hospice, they will send a referral to Hospice of Lansing and our team of experts will be in touch with you and the physician/hospital to make arrangements for service.
What happens if the loved one on Hospice cannot stay at home anymore?
Hospice of Lansing works with multiple senior communities and longterm care facilities in the area and will assistance in finding placement if a loved one cannot stay at home anymore. Hospice services would not be interrupted during a move. Stoneleigh Residence, Hospice of Lansing's licensed hospice home, is also an option to consider.
There are typically no costs for hospice care and it is usually covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans. For items unrelated to the hospice diagnosis, there can be a cost involved. Our staff is available and knowledgeable in the questions that arise regarding your hospice care.
At Stoneleigh Residence, while Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance cover the medical portion of hospice care there is a room and board fee. Some insurances do cover this fee and we can help you determine your need.
Isn't hospice just one big company across Michigan?
Though all hospices take care of people at end of life there are over 25 different hospices in the Lansing area. You do have a choice! Hospice of Lansing is your community hospice and we are non-profit. As the oldest hospice in the area we've seen many changes. While our technology and training has changed to match the times, our philosophy remains the same—to provide the best care possible for those in our community. Our nurses, social workers, volunteers and staff are your friends, neighbors and co-workers.
Is choosing Hospice giving up?
Hospice is not giving up; it simply means you are choosing to focus on your quality of life during this part of your journey. Hospice care fosters emotional well-being, enhances spiritual peace as well as reduces any pain you are experiencing. Hospice of Lansing is here to help.
How does Hospice help your family?
Hospice of Lansing is committed to taking care of those on our service as well as the whole family by providing care, comfort and support. Quality of life cannot be at its highest without caregivers being at their best. Support is offered through the Spiritual Coordinator/Chaplain, nurses, social workers and the Bereavement Program. Our Spiritual Coordinator/Chaplain can make visits to answer questions or address concerns and our nurses and social workers are available to assist in understanding the dying process. Hospice of Lansing's Bereavement Program is available to anyone in the community that has suffered a loss. Family members are followed for a minimum of 13 months with phone calls, newsletters, offered support groups – but it does not have to stop there and anyone is welcome to partake in these services at no cost.
Can someone on Hospice services show signs of recovery and return to medical treatment?
Certainly. If conditions improve and the disease seems to be in remission a discharge off hospice can occur so aggressive treatment can be pursued if desired. If the loved one should later need to return to hospice care we are only a phone call away. Insurances do allow for readmission's to hospice. Hospice of Lansing is always looking at signs and symptoms to see if those on our service meet criteria to be on hospice.
Should someone be with the loved one on Hospice at all times?
Not necessarily. Depending on how the loved one is doing it is not a requirement to be with them 24/7. A primary caregiver is determined at admission which depicts a person that will take responsibility for the loved ones care – that does not mean they need to be with them 24/7. It means they will keep close tabs on the loved one and will make sure they are getting everything they need. It is recommended to have a team of family and friends in place for when a loved one declines so that it is safe for them to remain at home. Private in-home care companies are also available to assist with filling in when family and/or friends cannot be there.
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The largest locality in the area is Valverde de Llerena, with a population of 770 persons, at a distance of 15.053 kilometers	from the center of the map.
The nearest is Guadalcanal (0 persons), at a distance of 0.925 kilometers.
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Average height: 688 meters above sea level.
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Auckland is quite the hip and happening city, isn't it? It seems like every day more cafes, restaurants, bars and events are popping up, making your 'things to check out in Auckland list grow longer.
Having said that, there are some things to do in Auckland that are just non-negotiable—no matter what new and exciting things pop up. Here are the 50 things you have to do in Auckland before you die.
Have a beer at Hallertau. Obvs.
Taste all of the chocolate at Miann.
Eat a pie at one of these places. Make sure to blow on it first.
Get fish and chips and watch the sunset on Mission Bay. Because you don't really live in Auckland if you haven't done this.
Get any form of baked good from Bread and Butter Bakery. Actually, get two. Or three.
Go look at the Sky Tower. Ha, jokes. Don't do that.
Pack some wine and cheese and head to Mount Eden for a picnic with a stellar view.
Or eat cheese and drink wine at these places.
Walk the pink pathway. Selfie or it didn't happen.
Get a burger from Fokker Bros and try out their maple bacon doughnut burger.
Find some authentic spices and chai at Satya Spice and Chai Shop.
Indulge your sweet tooth with freakshakes from Cereal Killa.
Go to Rangitoto for the day—climb up the mountain, check out the lava caves, and go for a swim if you're brave. Just remember to take a packed lunch.
Get a table at Depot Eatery & Oyster Bar. Surely this would be possible at some stage before you die.
Eat all the oysters (and take in the coastal view) at The Oyster Inn.
Go on a road trip to one of these strawberry picking spots and then try some real fruit ice cream!
Grab a boogie board and fly down the dunes at Bethells lake. FYI don't wear white.
Try a dessert dumpling from Xuxu. Yes you read that right. Banoffee or chocolate fondant? Both!
Two words. Glow worms. See them glow here.
Try a toasted sandwich from Weirdough and Tuck—preferably the duck fat potatoes, black truffle, cheddar and mozarella . So much yes.
If gin is your thing then go to The Gin Room.
But if it's wine? Head here.
Try 100 kinds of vodka and Russian cuisine at the Vodka Room.
Go to the Te Atatu Markets in summer time for truck dinners, bevvies and glorious sunsets.
Book yourself in for the Japanese degustation at MASU—it's worth the wait.
Go for a jog around Cornwall park and if you can head up One Tree Hill. It's so pretty.
Go check out the plethora of cheese, olives and prosciutto at Sabato.
Try SUP (stand up paddle-boarding) at these picturesque spots.
Go for a Friday night whiskey at The Jefferson.
Devour a waffle burger for dinner while enjoying the live music at Orleans.
Go out for a fancy high tea (with whisky) at Bellini.
Work your way throught these fried chicken hot spots.
Stroll through the Avondale markets on a saturday morning and get heaps of fresh produce at bargain basement prices.
Head to The Hunting Lodge before strolling through the Sculptureum.
Go for breakfast at Dear Jervois and remember a camera.
Go to Win-Win for an ever-changing cocktail and jelly creations. Winning.
Get the best authentic wood-fired pizza of your life at Dante's Pizzeria.
Spot a spectacular whale right in our harbour.
Watch the sunset at Piha. There is nothing better.
Jump in the car and go camping at these beautiful spots.
Spice up your life at these Indian hot spots.
Enjoy a Sunday evening stroll around Lake Pupuke.
Wine taste, eat and subathe your weekend away on Waiheke.
Stuff yourself with gelato from Giapo.
Treat yourself to a box of joy delivered to your door from Doornuts.
Try a GIANT dumpling at The Lantern Alley.
Catch a flick at The Vic.
Start your weekend right with French pastries from La Cigale French Markets.
Devour poutine from The Fed.


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Private banking architects: Mary Callahan Erdoes – broadening clients' investment horizons
Helen Avery
Published on: Wednesday, February 06, 2019
Mary Callahan Erdoes of JPMorgan speaks to Euromoney about being the port in the storm during the financial crisis and opening up the private wealth market to the whole investment industry.
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From October through December 2008, we were taking in as much as $1 billion a day at the private bank," says Mary Callahan Erdoes, chief executive of JPMorgan Asset & Wealth Management.
It was such a vast sum of money that systems were struggling and clients were panicking, she recalls.
"We had to train every single person who worked at the private bank to know and understand the Acats [Automated Customer Account Transfer Service] system so they could calm clients down and explain that money was safe while it was moving from their former brokerage accounts over to accounts with us – even if it appeared to be out in the ether while that happened."
There was good reason such large sums were ending up with JPMorgan. Yes, JPMorgan was seen as the safest bank on the street when Lehman Brothers collapsed, but its private bank, run by Erdoes at the time, was seen not just as safe but as smart – because Erdoes had made it so.
When she joined JPMorgan in 1996 as head of fixed income for high net-worth individuals, foundations and endowments, the wealth management industry in the US was the domain of nimble but scrappy brokerage houses on one side and conservative trust companies offering planning and concierge services on the other.
"Private banking was trusts and estates, wealth transfer, banking – but nothing really impressive on the investments side," says Erdoes.
That was not her vision. Erdoes was a mathematics whizz, taught by her grandmother to balance a chequebook at six, influenced by her investment banker father, attending Georgetown to become the only woman to complete a mathematics major at that time and then heading to Harvard for an MBA.
Before joining JPMorgan she was responsible for credit research, trading and individual portfolio management at fixed-income specialty advisory firm Meredith, Martin & Kaye. She had yet to turn 30.
So when Erdoes got to JPMorgan, her only focus was how to get the smart investment ideas she respected to high net-worth clients, particularly when smart ideas were typically reserved for institutions.
Her mentor, she says, was Jimmy Lee, who was running the firm's investment bank in the 2000s. She opens a closet in her office where a poster of Lee is taped.
"He made me put it there," she jokes. "He pushed me to be bolder, to try harder."
It is hard to imagine she needed nudging. Erdoes is known for working all hours and regularly getting on planes to visit clients to discuss investments, working twice as hard if performance takes a hit.
This focus on smart ideas and being the best bank for high net-worth clients on the street led Erdoes to develop a dedicated capital markets group within the private bank when she was picked to head it in 2005.
It had its own senior team of asset class experts around the world, sharing market insights and creating bespoke investment ideas and strategies using the bank's network of buy-side, sell-side, inside and outside partners.
"We wanted to be the investment bank for people's personal balance sheets, to be buyers of things rather than a brokerage house that was a distributor of things," says Erdoes.
She also introduced the daily 8am morning meeting, now an institution at the bank.
Two decades ago, we set out to turn a bank into an investments house that does banking by hiring the smartest investment people we could find
- Mary Callahan Erdoes
At that meeting, all advisers and employees are invited to hear the daily views from the capital markets group, to talk about portfolio optimization and planning, with "investments being at the heart of it."
The meeting acts like a training session, ensuring the entire division is the smartest on the street.
During the peak of the crisis, that meeting happened three times a day.
"Everyone who worked here knew where the money was going, why people were rolling CP paper, for example – every moving piece of what was happening – and they knew it well enough to then be able to educate their clients," she says.
Another message every employee heard on those calls, she adds, was that there was to be no commentary about how other banks were faring.
"It was an important time not to be disparaging," she says. Particularly as the bank was only accepting assets it felt were a long-term fit.
Over 2008, it added $80 billion to its assets under management (AuM).
The crisis became a "very deep dive for young people at the firm," says Erdoes and helped embed the reputation of JPMorgan as the Ivy League of private banks, hiring only the smartest bankers (everyone hired has to have investment experience) and where the smartest money goes.
One change she introduced also influenced an industry-wide shift for clients: access to private equity and hedge funds. JPMorgan had been an early and big adopter of alternative investments, buying a 55% stake in alternative investment firm Highbridge in 2004 and becoming the largest hedge fund manager in the world in 2007.
Through the capital markets group, private equity and hedge fund top performers that had never opened doors to private client money began working exclusively with JPMorgan. In 2009, when Erdoes moved into her current role, which includes overseeing the whole alternative asset management business that today runs $125 billion, she became known as being able to negotiate access with the toughest managers in the industry.
Indeed, Erdoes is perhaps the most powerful woman in finance. When she joined JPMorgan the whole bank had 15,000 employees, revenues of $6.8 billion and just $208 billion in AuM. Today, Erdoes oversees a unit that has 25,000 employees, revenues of $14 billion and $2.8 trillion in AuM.
"Two decades ago, we set out to turn a bank into an investments house that does banking by hiring the smartest investment people we could find," says Erdoes.
In doing so, she elevated an entire industry.
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Private banking architects: Mark Branson – the man who cleaned up private banking
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The 12th–13th-century cathedral of Saint-Maurice retains its original stained glass. The 15th-century Barrault House contains the public library, an art museum, and the complete works of the sculptor Pierre-Jean-David d'Angers, who was born in the city. The prefecture is in the former Saint-Aubin Abbey (11th century), which…


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I know what I was doing was against the law'', he said.


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It's 122F in Canada. Average Temperatures in the Sahara Desert Are Just 114F
The village that set Canada's all-time heat record was engulfed by wildfires Wednesday evening.
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| Jul 01, 2021 12:52 PM EST
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More than 130 people died in Canada after an unprecedented heatwave shattered temperature records. With most of them being elderly or having underlying health conditions, British Columbia recorded 486 deaths in five days, compared to an average of 165, according to the BBC. Only three heat-related deaths had occurred in the western province in the previous three to five years.
Predicted to be "historic, dangerous, prolonged, and unprecedented," by the National Weather Service, the heatwave is incredibly worrisome with extremely high temperatures being recorded throughout large swathes of North America.
Following the news that Portland and Seattle had set all-time highs on Monday, the British Columbia village of Lytton set Canada's heat record for a third straight day Tuesday, with temperatures reaching 116°F (46.6°C) on Sunday, 118°F (47.7°C) Monday, and finally 121.3°F (49.6°C) Tuesday. To put things in perspective, this temperature is higher than the all-time high in Las Vegas, which is 117°F. Moreover, the Sahara Desert's average high temperatures in summer, which is one of the driest and hottest regions of the world, are over 104°F (40°C) for months at a time and can soar to 117 °F (47°C).
The previous national heat record for Canada was 113°F (45°C).
And most recently, on Wednesday evening, things have gotten a turn for the worst. A wildfire roared over the 162-mile (260-km) village of Lytton, with a population of 250 people, which had set the record the day before.
According to the Washington Post, the blazes were probably ignited due to dry lightning, or cloud-to-ground bolts from thunderstorms producing little or no rain. In just 15 minutes, the town was engulfed in fire, according to Lytton Mayor Jan Polderman who spoke to NEWS 1130, a news radio station in Vancouver.
A mandatory evacuation order had to be executed at 6 p.m, with residents, many without their belongings, fleeing shortly after since several buildings were destroyed. There were also injured residents.
Climate scientists are still trying to determine to what extent climate change may have aggravated the heatwave. While there is natural variability and local factors, the global heating of the world with wildfires becoming more common does have an impact.
"Every heatwave occurring today is made more likely and more intense by human-induced climate change," Dr. Friederike Otto from the University of Oxford said to the BBC. "Climate change is definitely one of the drivers of the intensity of this Canadian heatwave - but it is not the only one and determining how much it impacts it, is a work in progress."
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Capitals Deny Getting Performance-Enhancing Drugs From Chiropractor
by associated-press on Tue, Mar 23, 2010 at 7:36PM
McLEAN, Va. — A northern Virginia chiropractor was arrested on drug charges Tuesday after a co-defendant accused him of supplying steroids to members of two Washington-area professional sports teams.
One of the two teams, the National Hockey League's Washington Capitals, acknowledged Tuesday that some of their players had received "routine chiropractic services" from the suspect but denied that any players received steroids.
Douglas O. Nagel, 50, of Reston, was arrested Tuesday morning in Virginia and charged by Florida authorities with seven counts of soliciting to deliver a controlled substance, specifically steroids.
The Polk County (Fla.) Sheriff's Office alleges that Nagel received regular shipments of steroids, including testosterone and nandrolone, from Richard Andrew Thomas of Lakeland, Fla. Thomas has since pleaded guilty in federal court to possessing steroids with intent to sell. He awaits sentencing.
According to an affidavit, Thomas told police that Nagel boasted about supplying steroids to members of the Capitals and Major League Baseball's Washington Nationals.
Police make no allegations in their charges about whether they believe Nagel was supplying professional athletes. Carrie Eleazer, a spokeswoman for the sheriff's office, said police have no direct evidence indicating that athletes received steroids from Nagel.
On Tuesday, investigators with the sheriff's office went to the Capitals' practice facility in Arlington. The team issued a statement Tuesday afternoon acknowledging Nagel had treated multiple players but rejecting claims by Nagel that he served as "team chiropractor." The team said it is cooperating with the investigation.
"The Washington Capitals are not the target of this investigation, and there is no evidence that steroids were provided to any Capitals players," the statement said. "This has been a thorough investigation, and we are satisfied that law enforcement, the NHL and our own internal investigation have not led to any link of steroid use by Capitals players."
Nagel billed himself as the team's chiropractor on his Web site and office answering machine. One of his two offices is in Arlington, near the Capitals' practice center. The other is in Sterling. Eleazer said she did not know why investigators went to the Capitals' facility Tuesday.
The Nationals said in a statement Tuesday that they "have absolutely no association with this doctor. And never have."
Thomas' case garnered attention last year after he was arrested and boasted to police: "You name the sport, and I've sold steroids to athletes who play it." When pressed, Thomas specifically mentioned the Capitals and the Nationals. At the time, both teams said they had no reason to believe Thomas' claims.
In a 2009 conference of the Annual Baseball Team Medicine Conference, Nagel was a presenter and described himself as a "chiropractic consultant" to both teams.
Nagel's wife — Jan Adams Nagel, who helps run Nagel's business, CHHC Sports Medicine — said in a brief phone interview that her husband never sold steroids. She said he had never provided any treatment to Nationals players. She declined comment about whether he had treated any Washington Capitals.
Lawyer Brian West said Tuesday that he had been called about representing Nagel, but was not yet in place and could not comment.
After Thomas was arrested last year, police had him make several recorded phone calls to Nagel seeking incriminating information, according to the affidavit. But Nagel told Thomas that he didn't want to speak over the phone.
Nagel has faced disciplinary action from regulatory boards in Pennsylvania and Virginia. The Virginia Board of Medicine issued a reprimand and $1,000 fine to Nagel in 2005 for unlicensed practice of chiropractic and lying on his license application. In 2003, he was cited by the Pennsylvania Board of Chiropractic for practicing without a license.
Nagel was being held at the Fairfax County jail pending a bond hearing scheduled for Wednesday.


Suicide Commando will return to Das Bunker in Los Angeles on April 27 with Aesthetic Perfection and Youth Code. Johan van Roy of Suicide Commando wrote to the public, "Yep yep, Los Angeles, we'll be back to take revenge for our fucked up show last year!" The front man was attacked onstage last year at Das Bunker by an angry sound technician after van Roy criticized the live audio issues to the public. Tickets are available in person at Das Bunker, Mount Analog, Vacation Vinyl, and Doomi's Home Cookin' and online via Flavorus.com.


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Nearly 7000 Christians Demand Gov. Brewer Retract Executive Order
Jerry Burch – DEMOTIX
Conservative faith based leaders delivered a petition containing 7,000 names to Arizona Governor Brewer, who previously issued an executive order reaffirming an Arizona law prohibiting services to those under President Obama's work permit program. The President's executive order has been called "Dream Act light". It allows children who were brought into the United States by their undocumented parents the ability to get a two year work permit. However, Arizona law doesn't allow benefits to those in the country illegally. That would include a driver's license. Rev. Eve Nunez of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference said that a drivers license should be issued. A press release from the Sojourners organization stated, "These young people, who came to this country by no fault of their own, have been marginalized, pushed aside, and actively punished by Gov. Brewer's executive order." Nunez said she was a conservative Republican who had voted for Gov. Brewer in the last election. The Governor did not meet with the group but sent a spokesperson instead. The Governor has repeatedly reaffirm her believe that her executive order accurately reflects Arizona law. READ MORE: http://www.demotix.com/news/1403627/religious-leaders-petition-gov-brewe…
NHCLC launches sweeping campaign to protect Americans' right to preach
NHCLC and Oral Roberts University Partner to Reach and Equip the Next Generation
Press Release: NHCLC partners with leading churches and ministries….


In order to successfully launch and grow your business, you'll need to attract and retain customers. Business owners should carefully plan their marketing strategies.
There are many ways to use the internet to market your business. Finding the proper channel to reach your customers is important. Inc. put together a great Business Owner's Social Media Toolkit.


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Embossing and Debossing involve printing without ink by using the plate and press to create a physical impression on paper. The processes are related techniques that create different results. Embossing produces a raised impression onto paper (or other surface) while Debossing does the opposite, making a depression in the paper. Students may (but they are not required to) bring existing plates to class such as relief and deep etched intaglio plates for embossment, collagraph, and carborundum plates for debossment. In the class we will construct simple relief and intaglio plates using cardboard, fabrics, and other materials. imited to 8 stude
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August 2 & 3
Limited to 6 students
Instructor: Rie Hasegawa
Rie Hasegawa was born in Tokyo. She received her BFA in architecture design from Musashino Art University. Rie works in a variety of print media including etching, woodcut, lithograph and monoprint. Her work has been exhibited internationally, including the US, Japan, Romania, Taiwan, and Peru. She works as a freelance printer at the EFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop in New York City and Atelier A/E in the Bronx.
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Rechargeable hearing aid solutions have topped the wish list of hearing impaired consumers, and Signia has answered the call with an innovative device: the Cellion primax, an advanced hearing aid powered by a lithium-ion battery.
Cellion primax is much more than just a regular, rechargeable hearing aid. Powered by lithium-ion batteries, Cellion charges at an incredibly fast speed and provides a longer life than other rechargeable aids on the market. Lithium-ion batteries are commonly found in other personal electronic devices, such as smartphones or laptops.
With a four-hour charge, Cellion provides wearers with 24 hours of uninterrupted listening. If you're in a hurry, a 30-minute quick charge provides seven hours of listening. For those on the go, Signia offers a Micro USB adaptor for Cellion primax hearing aids, which allows for charging from USB-compatible sources such as a laptop, power pack, or car adaptor. Never get caught without hearing aid batteries again!
While other hearing aids – traditional or rechargeable alike – tend to require battery replacement, Cellion provides wearers with another level of convenience. You no longer have to worry about fumbling with the small parts of your hearing aids or the tiny batteries. Cellion primax's lithium-ion battery is designed to last five to seven years, which is the average life of hearing aids. As such, Cellion's battery is sealed within the device and does not require removal or replacement. This brings an added benefit to both your wallet and to the environment! (In the event that your battery does require replacement, visit us at Hear Care Rhode Island).
Cellion primax hearing aids are housed in a sleek OneShell design, which safely houses the lithium-ion battery. With a contactless induction charging design, Cellion primax aids begin to charge immediately as soon as they are placed into the charging station, which also functions as a dehumidifier.
Cellion is one of the most advanced solutions from the Signia primax family. Signia hearing aids are packed full of advanced features and have been proven by independent studies to reduce listening effort throughout the day. Cellion primax hearing aids enable better hearing with features such as SpeechMaster and EchoShield.
SpeechMaster is designed to address one of hearing loss's greatest challenges: speech recognition. Hearing loss interferes with our ability to recognize speech, anticipate sentences, and follow conversations, especially when faced with background noise. SpeechMaster allows Cellion primax wearers to automatically focus on specific speakers, while reducing background noise in the environment.
EchoShield is designed to protect sounds and speech in acoustically challenging situations, such as houses of worship, lecture halls, auditoriums, or atriums. In these spaces, sounds tend to bounce and reflect against high ceilings and hard surfaces. For people with hearing loss, these environments might distort sound. EchoShield provides Cellion wearers with a balanced and comfortable listening experience.
In addition to these listening features, Cellion primax is a wireless hearing aid. With Bluetooth connection, Cellion connects directly to your personal electronics, such as a smartphone or tablet. This connection allows you to stream phone calls, music, and other media directly from your devices to your hearing aids. Even more, Cellion's wireless connectivity allows you to make discreet and quick adjustments to your listening experience through your smartphone!
As a receiver-in-canal hearing aid, Cellion primax is designed to treat varying degrees of hearing loss from moderate to severe, with two performance levels (5px and 7px). Additionally, Cellion primax is built with an IP 68 rating, providing excellent protection from moisture and debris.
For people who need an extra boost, Cellion is compatible with a line of Signia accessories. The TV Transmitter allows you to wirelessly stream audio from your TV shows and movies directly to your Cellion aids. VoiceLink (a portable microphone), a favorite for students, amplifies speech in difficult listening environments and streams audio directly to your Cellion primax aids.
Cellion is also compatible with Signia remote controls, which come in two models. Make simple adjustments with the easyPocket or miniPocket remote control. The easyPocket is easy to use with an easy-to-read display and large buttons, while the miniPocket is discreet and fits on a keyring.


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Kings sign 1st-round pick Tanner Pearson to 3-year, entry-level deal
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - The Stanley Cup champion Los Angeles Kings signed forward Tanner Pearson to a three-year, entry-level contract Friday.
Pearson, selected 30th overall in the June draft, had 37 goals and 54 assists in 60 regular-season games last season for the Barrie Colts in the Ontario Hockey League. He also had a goal and five assists in six games for Canada in the world junior championships.


Last year's Queen, Olivia Overington, arrives to pass on her crown.
The 50th Annual Westford Kiwanis Apple Blossom Festival Parade took place on Saturday, May 12th. The Parade featured a variety of floats, the Apple Blossom Queen nominees, and the Westford Kiwanis Person of the Year: Gloria Tu Gilbert. At the conclusion of the parade, a ceremony in the Abbott school gym featured the crowning of the queen. Emily Doolin was crowned Queen, with Medha Palnati as first runner-up, Brianna Langlois as second runner-up, and Prachi Jhawar as third.


For a while, it seemed like all the boutiques along Ballard Avenue Northwest were closing, but once again this hip old hood is full of good finds, making the Seattle neighborhood a goldmine for gift hunting. In between browsing, refuel at cozy cafes or stick around for dinner.
Avoid the holiday shopping masses and find hip boutiques and specialty stores in this San Francisco neighborhood.
The throwback town just 7 miles east of Pasadena makes an art of the old-fashioned folksy Christmas like nowhere else. Discover this (sunnier) North Pole—snowman included—while you can. And if you can't make it over the holiday, don't fret. Gorgeous hikes, great shops, and more are yours to discover at any time.
North Williams Avenue―with its bike lanes, yoga studios, and organic eateries―makes it easy to jump-start your New Year's resolutions. Warm up at a yoga class, followed by teatime at one of the local cafés.
It's easy to fall in love with Santa Fe during the holidays. Streets glow from flickering farolitos, those luminous little bags of candles and sand that are lit by hand, while snow dusts the tree branches and pueblos. Soak up the festive holiday atmosphere, shop for creative Southwestern-style stocking stuffers, and spend the night in a cozy casita with a kiva fireplace.
Thanks to new cafes, boutiques, and the Metro Light Rail, Phoenix's Willo District is on the rise. Check out the vintage homes, postage-stamp gardens, and quirky one-off shops you won't find anywhere else.
Just an hour north of Denver, Colorado's "best place to live" is also one of the best places to visit over the holidays. Old Town is packed with shops, restaurants, and watering holes perfect for chasing off early-winter's chill. Order a pizza, sip a locally brewed beer, catch an innovative play, and check out the town's pre-holiday celebrations, which continue into December.
Here's a little locals' secret―winter is when the sun comes out in the famously foggy Outer Pulaukotok. A bevy of new restaurants and cafes have suddenly put the Avenues area on the map.
December is high season for clams and Dungeness crab in this throwback fishing port, which has all the seaside charm (lighthouse, saltwater taffy shop, jetty for coldwater surfing) you could want.
Bubbles of all sorts make this Napa Valley wine country town an ideal―and effervescent―winter getaway. It's home to Old Faithful Geyser of California and is a hot spot for hot-air ballooning. Plus you can slide into mud baths and sample our favorite kind of bubbly delight, sparkling wine. You just might float away.
Warm up with steaming tofu soups, pots of tea, and Korean day spas in this little slice of Asia in the Silicon Valley. Treat yourself to a day of winter indulgence: gorge on authentic Korean BBQ, sip fragrant blends at the teahouse, and treat yourself to a budget-friendly massage.
Get out of the cold and into Spokane's Davenport District, where dozens of galleries and restored art deco gems have made it a wonderful indoor town.
Get into the holiday spirit Southerwestern style with palms strung in white lights, gingerbread festivals in the park, and fun seasonal shopping.
More: See all activities in downtown Glendale.


The delivery platform reveals nationwide customers are increasingly ordering tofu wings, vegan quesadillas, and calzones.
Delivery service Grubhub analyzed the most popular food trends, according to its own data, for the first half of 2017. The company identified vegan orders among the top three emerging trends in the previous six months—with a nationwide 19 percent increase in orders since the beginning of the year. Grubhub—which has 55,000 restaurant partners across the country—revealed that some of the most-ordered items when it comes to vegan food are dairy-free quesadillas, tofu wings, teriyaki quinoa bowls, samosa chaat, and vegan calzones. "We are delighted that our diners are expanding their tastes beyond traditional takeout staples to try out this year's trendiest dishes from the comfort of their home or office," Grubhub's Chief Managing Officer Barbara Martin Coppola said. Last year, Grubhub revealed that vegan food was one of the most popular trends, with orders up by 58 percent in 2016.


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Artificial intelligence... isn't
Posted by mregnor at 5:00 PM
We can now add artificial intelligence to the long list of topics Egnor doesn't understand: climate science, evolutionary biology, physics, constitutional interpretation, political science...
It's funny to see how stupid he is. Keeps me coming back, anyway.
George Boggs October 29, 2012 at 8:18 AM
I'm curious... What's your take on the Roger Penrose (Rouse Ball Professor of Mathematics, Oxford U; co-author of the Penrose-Hawking singularity theorems) argument about AI. I'm sure you're familiar with it, being an expert and all.
Nobody in AI takes Penrose seriously.
Ilíon October 29, 2012 at 12:52 PM
And, as anyone without an atheistic axe to grind understands, 'artificial intelligence' will *never* be actually intelligent.
And as everyone who is not a religious crackpot understands, artificial intelligence is already intelligent. Religious crackpots, on the other hand...
Ilíon October 30, 2012 at 8:11 AM
"Nobody in AI takes Penrose seriously."
No one emotionially invested in the false dream of AI takes reason ... or what they themselves know to be true about our field of science/technology ... seriously.
"Barack Obama's parting gift to the Democratic Par...
"Sorry, dealer's all out of race cards "
Al Gore: 'You'all got this hurricane 'cause ya' di...
Future undecided voter
John Quincy Adams on Islam
Liberal Logic...
Victor Hansen on the pathologies of Islam, and us.
The war on women...
She's indignant...
Noted expert on Republican gynecology declares tha...
Oldie but goodie
Progressive eugenics
What to wear on halloween?
A question about modern day segregation in the Dem...
I never thought of it this way...
The Children of the Corn support Obama. Who knew?
What if schools recited Buddhist prayers?
Andrea Mitchell is such a jerk
"Did your son always have balls the size of cue ba...
Another Lena Dunham parody video!
"Practice safe politics!"
The "Sneaky Hate Spiral"
Nobel laureate sues ungrateful science deniers
"Why don't white liberals vote for black politicians"
Pen and Teller on global warming b.s.
"... more free crap..."
Freedom fighters and terrorists...
Robert Spencer on New Left Fascists
Liberal Logic
"... why would it write a book?"
"the Leftist creep..."
"Your first time shouldn't be with just anybody..."
Pick out the real racists...
Alan Dershowitz on statehood for Palestinians
Segregation was liberal policy
Fascinating story
Heh. This isn't even a parody.
"Those bandits in white coats gave up too quickly ...
They're not done yet...
Frank Pastore on Free Will
Scientists: "If you don't take our advice on globa...
My challenge to P.Z. Myers: should secularists sup...
Don't ask Allen West stupid questions about Islam
Dora, The Movie
I thought it was because of... spit!
Fred Phelps has a long history of political activi...
" That Obama didn't feel the need to devote even a...
John Guy's new book on St. Thomas Becket
The truth about Mitt Romney in high school...
Environmentalists are really smart...
Geert Wilders' new book on Islam
"Obama is in way over his head"
"Foward"
A radical socialist, or a conservative?
"...When it does blow up, it is going to be very d...
What about the Democrats' Southern Strategy?
DOMA, Affirmative Action, and "equal protection of...
Passionate Obama supporter begs for free condoms i...
George McGovern, R.I.P.
Surprise! It's October!
Vandals desecrate pile of manure with Democrat Par...
Boston's Cardinal O'Malley on physician-assisted s...
Sums up the sentiment of the majority of the elect...
"Life begins at birth..."
Impossible! Democrats would never intentionally ma...
He even uses a tele-prompter in a debate...
"a gibbering, snorting, mumbling clown with a rict...
Romney's polls, compared with other historical cha...
Commentor bachfiend on forcing pharmacists to disp...
Party of Bill Clinton and Ted Kennedy outraged tha...
"Obama and Biden were winning—until they faced act...
What about the pharmacists' right to choose...?
Where did all of the Dixiecrats go?
Romney at the Al Smith Dinner-- a must see.
"I believe that your religion doesn't allow you to...
What is fascism?
The Population Control Holocaust
'Who won last night's debate?'
Say it ain't so, Bruuuuce...
Evolutionary biologists: Muhammed did not evolve f...
Let's talk racism...
"Moderator" Crowley lies about Libya to 70 million...
Voters split on outcome of Romney-Crowley debate
The eight signs that your science is junk...
My take post-debate...
"We can't wait. . . . We have a planetary emergenc...
Obama voters panic: 'If he loses, who will give me...
The debate tonight...
A new evolutionary breakthrough...
"A responsible atheist needs to be informed about ...
Never piss off a photographer...
"On the upside, if these people were smarter, they...
'Never mind about that global warming...'
Democrat and media race-baiting yields results...


I really like taking pictures.
And the more I thought about it, the more I realized that I don't need to have a fancy camera to practice taking pictures. If I practice now, then when I do get a fancy camera, I'll be ready.
But it's harder than it looks. Photography has quickly become my I-wish-I-could-do-that-but-don't-feel-like-I-ever-will-be-able-to hobby.
I don't really care, though, because it's so fun.
So here are some pictures I took of the festivities two weekends ago, when I took a few friends with me to stay at my parents' house for the weekend. It also happened to be my dad's birthday. And my grandparents were visiting from Illinois. Needless to say, there was a lot going on.
My mom made Texas sheet cake, and we lit 52 candles in honor of my dad.
Then, everyone gathered around to cut the cake and pile on homemade ice cream that my grandparents made. And homemade hot fudge. My great-grandma's recipe.
That same weekend we took a trip to the JFK assassination museum in Dallas. My brother stood in the road, right where the X is that marks the fatal shot (seriously; there's literally a taped X on the pavement), to take a picture of the School Book Depository. From the car honks, it appeared the locals weren't too happy with tourists running into the middle of the street.
On Sunday afternoon before we left, my mom made enchiladas for lunch. Pretty sure I wanted to eat the entire dish.
And then my mom made us take a family photo. It took longer than expected to get us together. After finally getting an arrangement that worked for six people, we're going to have to figure out how to make seven work--since Jordan's officially part of the family now.
So that was my Texas weekend. A lot of fun...and some good photo-taking opportunities.
And though this is not related in any way to the previous events, I really have to tell you about the most amazing pizza ever. I've been searching for a good pizza dough recipe that sounded good, and yesterday I found one buried inside a cookbook Jordan bought me. So I made the dough and then went to the store and bought some squash and zucchini to add to our other toppings: sausage, pepperoni, garlic, onion, and mozzarella cheese.
The kind of delicious where you can't decide whether you want to eat it quickly so you can immediately get seconds or slowly so you can savor every bite.
I chose the former, mostly because I didn't want Jordan to get seconds before me.
Okay, now I want that pizza, the enchiladas, AND the texas sheet cake!


NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Sven Andrighetto scored with 1:28 left to give the Colorado Avalanche a 2-1 victory over Nashville Predators 2-1 on Friday night, sending the first-round series back to Denver for Game 6.
This game was scoreless until Bonino's goal with 9:42 left, a big change for a series that had been the highest-scoring of the first round averaging 7.25 goals per game coming into Game 5. But the goalie nicknamed the "Hamburglar" came through with a dazzling performance for his first postseason victory.
The Predators peppered the Avs' backup to their backup goalie. The only time Nashville beat Hammond was when Mattias Ekholm's shot bounced off his left pad and went in off Bonino's right skate. The official on the spot immediately waved it off. Officials huddled, then reviewed the play.
During the review, fans sang "Let It Be" while holding up their cellphones with the flash on. Referee Kevin Pollack announced the call on the ice had been overturned, starting a long-awaited celebration.
The lead didn't last long as Landeskog tapped the puck into an open net off a feed from Nathan MacKinnon.
The Avalanche came into the postseason with goalie Semyon Varlamov and defenseman Erik Johnson sidelined by knee injuries, then defenseman Samuel Girard missed three games with his own upper-body injury before Jonathan Bernier, Varlamov's backup, suffered his own lower-body injury. That pushed the Hamburglar into the net.
Nashville countered with its usual catfish on the ice before the puck dropped and the members of the NFL's Tennessee Titans secondary waving the rally towel for fans.
The Predators started and ended the second period on the power play but couldn't beat Hammond. Their best scoring chance came with a 4 on 2, but Hammond stopped Roman Josi's shot and then handled Calle Jarnkrok's attempt off the rebound at 12:36. Hammond also made a big pad save on Ellis' slap shot and then stopped a Josi shot late in the period.


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Riverside Battles to a Much-Needed Draw
By Steven Ramirez/Riverside Coras
After three consecutive weeks of the Riverside Coras Football Club playing top opposition, the Coras welcomed expansion side AS Los Angeles to its home at JW North Stadium. The weather was perfect. The Riverside faithful entered the stadium and it was time for the Riverside squad to break its losing streak.
Since the beginning of the season, the Coras have shown its ability to possess the ball out of the back and attack down the wings. The strategy today was no different, but some of the starting cast was. With the recent injuries to the dynamic defensive duo, Luis and Jose Perez, new defenders like Mike Mercado and Carlos Segura had to step up and answer the call to action.
The match started out in typical Coras fashion. Riverside possessed out of the back, controlled tempo and transitions through the wide channels. Within the first 10 minutes new winger Sebastien Perry was on fire, beating defenders on the dribble. The combination of Perry on the left wing and Alex Zaragoza at left back was crucial to exploiting space. This left wing would lead to the first goal in the 17th minute from leading goal scorer Adrian Moreno. Hugo Gutierrez would break down the wide channel and find Perry in the box. Perry then passed it to Adrian Moreno, who scored his seventh goal of the season.
After the goal the match changed. The tempo slowed and both teams took its time trying to find openings in each other's defense. AS Los Angeles would begin to press in the last 15 minutes of the half. This newfound energy from LA would help develop chances for its attackers, but no matter how good of a shot they had on goal, they could never break down the Coras keeper Andres Moreno. By the end of the half, Andres Moreno would tally three big saves.
Not much changed in the second half for the Coras, but for the Los Angeles side was able to identify a weakness in the Riverside backline. Once identified, ASLA began to charge down its left wing and find more opportunities on goal. Goalkeeper Andres Moreno would continue to come up big, but in the 71st minute Los Angeles would finally break the draw.
Both teams would continue to fight all 90 minutes.There were multiple strong challenges and each team earned two yellow cards throughout the match. Overall the match was pretty even. Both teams had multiple chances on goal and plenty of time on the ball. What was missing from both squads was an adaptation of gameplay.
Overall each squad put in a strong performance on the night, but it was Man of the Match Andres Moreno who kept the Coras in the match, earning multiple saves, some from back-to-back chances. This draw ends Riversides three-game losing streak and will hopefully be a starting point for when the Coras turnaround its season.
Photo Credit: Catherine Upson
Trio of NPSL Alums Join Richmond Kickers
East Bay FC Stompers Defeat Sonoma County Sol 6-1


This Leland native went to work building Liberty Ships at the Wilmington Shipyard in 1942 at age 17. There he worked on anchors, rudders, big booms — anything and everything outside of the machinery room. He saw launches, including the Zebulon Vance, the very first ship to roll off the fast-paced assembly lines. Later Dresser worked on faster and improved Victory Ships.


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Contemporary Classical Music
Orchestra 2001 is a collective of adventurous, virtuoso performers dedicated to the music of our time.
The ensemble strives to be an international leader in connecting diverse audiences with the greatest music of the 20th and 21st centuries, engaging new listeners through exhilarating concerts, innovative artistic collaborations, and enriching community partnerships. They have presented programs with 1 to 80 performers at the Kimmel Center, Barnes Foundation, World Cafe Live, The Fillmore, and multiple other indoor and outdoor venues. As recipient of four NEA touring grants, Orchestra 2001 has performed for diverse audiences in rural Appalachia, the Southwest's Navajo Nation, and is preparing for an upcoming tour to historically black colleges in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi. They have also toured internationally through Asia, Europe, Cuba, and the Middle East. At Cherry Street Pier, Orchestra 2001 will present informal concerts, educational activities, and a "Composer At Work" window, featuring the work of local composers and performers. Get to know a little more about Orchestra 2001 in this Q&A.
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