A typical American household made about $51,017 in 2012, according to new figures out from the Census Bureau this week. That number may sound familiar to anyone who remembers George H. W. Bush's first year as president or Michael Jackson in his prime. That's because household income in 2012 is similar to what it was in 1989 (but back then it was actually higher: you had an extra $600 or so to spend compared to today).
That sobering statistic gives an indication of where the American middle class appears to be headed. Take a look below at a snapshot of where the middle class is now, the problems they face and what our Facebook audience has to say about squeaking out a living these days.
A note on the term "middle class": There is no single, universal definition so we turned to economic analyst Robert Reich – who spoke to us this week – for some direction. Reich suggested defining middle class as those with income levels 50 percent above and below the median income. Median is a term that means the "middle of the middle." Median earnings are a key indicator of how the middle class is doing.
Our Facebook audience told us how they're managing the middle class squeeze. See more of their comments or leave your own below.


CHAOS' 'BJCP' meetings will aim at cultivating and strengthening three different aspects of our club and its membership. The first of these aims will be to educate members on beer styles. Each meeting will have a style theme (Porter, Stout, Lager, etc…) and will be introduced by an overview of the Beer Judge Certification Program's respective style guidelines as well as a brief summary of that style's historical development. The second aim will be to promote club community by providing a consistent venue for beer tastings. Unlike past tastings, these will center and focus on a particular style each month, further extending the purpose of education. The tastings will include the beers made by club members for entry to the AHA homebrew club competition as well as several classic and contemporary representatives of that given month's style. The third aim is to encourage CHAOS members to participate in official BJCP-sponsored homebrew competitions. Thus we will set our meeting agenda parallel to the one provided by the American Homebrew Association's homebrew club competition. Each month the AHA accepts one entry per homebrew club for a style of its choosing. Winners will earn their club points towards becoming the Homebrew Club of the year.
This month we will be discussing BJCP Catagory 19, Old Ales. We'll announce the style theme of the next month's meeting and take around three volunteers to brew this months style.
Meetings will be held at 1329 W. Grand at the brewhouse unless announced otherwise. If you're only interested in the beer tasting and don't want to participate in brewing, come on out anyways! The more the merrier! Please contact James Lewis or Daniel Barker with any questions.


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Book Review: The Hoarder (Mr. Flood's Last Resort)
Book Review: The Hoarder (Mr. Flood's Last Resort)
There's something special about falling head over heels in love with a book. You become smitten with the characters. You laugh, get misty-eyed, and feel just a little lonely when you turn the last page. That was my 5-star reaction to Jess Kidd's 2017 debut novel, Himself. That book swept me off my feet with its mystery, its ghosts, and its brilliant, cheeky banter. I recommended the novel over and over again, and, unsurprisingly, those readers gobbled the book up just as quickly. So when I heard that Jess Kidd penned her second novel, which was another mystery that was packed with fabulous characters and sarcastic ghosts, I waited for the release with bated breath. I became so impatient that I ordered the UK version of the novel rather than waiting for the American publication. This is why I'm reviewing The Hoarder rather than Mr. Flood's Last Resort. Different covers, same story.
The Hoarder revolves around the quick-witted and determined Maud Drennan. Maud is the caregiver of the wildly eccentric Mr. Flood, which is a relationship that could carry a story all on its own. Beyond this arrangement, Maud is also touched by the other side, so to speak. Not to mince words, but our darling caregiver can see the ghosts of various saints. The saint that presents itself depends on the situation that Maud finds herself in, and let's just say that their interactions made me laugh out loud more than once. Maud never loses her head when they appear (I certainly would), and when they whisper their knowledge or lack thereof in her ear, she takes everything in stride.
Maud also has a wonderful relationship with her agoraphobic landlady (card reader extraordinaire), and their bond is just as precious as the one that starts to form between Maud and Carthal Flood.
Carthal Flood lives in a decrepit mansion. The dwelling is crawling with feral cats, a sandwich-loving fox, and monstrous piles of looming garbage. You see, Mr. Flood is a hoarder. Actually, by description, he seems to put other hoarders to shame. Walls have been constructed within this mansion made entirely out of this elderly man's earthly possessions. The home has become a maze within a maze, and slowly, Mr. Flood permits Maud to remove portions of the filth. She soon finds the stove, the toilet, and then… the mess starts to communicate with her. Photographs drop into sight. Items roll down staircases. Noises pop up in the distance. What do these messages mean? It quickly becomes apparent that someone wants Maud to solve a disturbing mystery about a missing schoolgirl. Can she? Can she employ the assistance of her landlady, Mr. Flood's former caregiver, and the saintly ghosts of the past to help solve this chilling question? And what role will Maud's own dark past play as everything unspools?
The biggest difference between The Hoarder and Himself was the degree of mournfulness attributed to the stories. While Himself was a murder mystery, there was always an uproarious slant to the narrative. It was lighter. Funnier. The Hoarder, on the other hand, only dips one toe in amusing backtalk. Every other chapter became an unwavering glimpse into Maud's troubling past, and these bleak memories overshadowed anything that tried to be lighthearted. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, but readers of Himself might be taken aback by the second novel's darkness. Is the wit and charm still present? Absolutely. You just have to dig a little harder, and give the characters the attention that they so richly deserve.
I fell pretty hard for Mr. Flood. Even when the novel hinted at a questionable backstory, I was pretty set in liking him. His trust was a gift, and Maud soon recognized that offering her hand in friendship was just as important as solving the mystery. Was the mystery solved? You bet, and it's a great twist. The book also leaves us with a hint of a sequel, which made me grin widely with delight.
Overall, there's a tremendous life lesson hidden in the squalor of Mr. Flood's home, and I dare say that we should all take note. Perhaps, just perhaps, loneliness can be just as troubling as a years-old mystery.
5 sweet stars for The Hoarder. Now I wait for her next story.

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Most people have heard the old adage that "a picture is worth a thousand words." Well, in this industry, it can also be worth that many dollars, or more. Aestheticians around the world chronicle the progression of clients' skin conditions in many ways. But, one of the most effective ways to take success stories from word of mouth to tangible evidence is through before and after photos. Not only does this serve as legitimate proof of efficacy, but when executed ethically, it is also an effective marketing tool and often influences potential clients' perspective positively. This can lead to new clients and increased retail sales.
There are thousands of products on the market that claim to eliminate fine lines, clear acne-prone skin, or achieve body goals that are highly sought after. What makes a few companies break through all of the noise is the reputation they hold. This is where the importance of before and after photos comes in for wholesale buyers. In a time where many consumers are not willing to try a product without first surveying the outcomes that other clients received, having visual confirmation of a product's effectiveness is beauty gold. It is clear that many clients are looking to see dramatic changes in their appearance when consulting an aesthetician. These photos act as a powerful representation of the results a potential client may receive after weeks of treatment, leaving the power in the spa owners' hands to choose products that work best for their clientele.
With a range of skin and beauty goals comes a range of expectations placed on spa professionals, as well. Many clients assume that consulting a professional means the issues they have with their image will be completely rectified in a matter of days. And, though there are some procedures that may produce rapid results, there are many that require a series of treatment. Being able to provide before and after photos allows clients to see what another client looked like at the end of a treatment and gauge what their results may be based on the level of extremity in the model's case. These photos can also be a "light at the end of the tunnel," making treatments with a slower results clock more bearable.
When attracting new clients to a spa, there are many tactics that can be employed. But, one that may seem a bit more avant-garde is the use of before and after photos to prove the skill of the professionals and the quality of products and/or equipment utilized. A tactic that is often utilized in the plastic surgery world, the use of before and after photos online and in marketing deliverables can attract clients who are curious about a specific treatment or procedure, but are unclear about the results that they will personally achieve.
However, it is imperative to specify that these photos do not guarantee that every client will achieve those results.
One way to employ the use of before and after photos is to create a page on the spa's website strictly dedicated to case studies of clients receiving various procedures. Whether it be the smoothing of cellulite or the elimination of box car scars, chronicling the progression of a particular client through close-up shots in the exact same area, coupled with detailed information about the client, can be a meaningful marketing tactic. It allows the client to compare themselves to the subject and decide if this new procedure or treatment is right for them, given all of the information. If these before and after photos show a dramatic enough change, this is an easy, inexpensive way to bring in more clients simply through regular site traffic.
Today, there are over 800 million Instagram users1 and almost 2 billion Facebook users.2 There is not a channel more important to marketing than social media – and the beauty and wellness industries have been using these platforms as a primary source of client conversion for years. To cut through these crowded spaces and inspire brand loyalty, uniqueness and authenticity are key. While many spas choose to amplify relaxation and luxury, many miss the opportunity to prove the effectiveness of various procedures. Boosting posts that include before and after photos allows prospective clients and regulars to see what they could personally achieve by visiting the spa – whether or not the procedure the model underwent is something they personally need.
In this day and age, there is an online community for everything. And where there are many people sharing ideas, there is room for much misinformation. It is not only a valuable (and often free) marketing tactic to share before and after photos with commentary about the procedure in these forums (if the forum is specific to the area the spa is in), it is also a chance to educate the forum members, which may inspire them to visit the spa. This is also a great tactic to employ when trying to move product lines that have not picked up steam in store. Spa owners can amp up online retail sales while helping these forum members build an effective homecare routine. The key to acquiring new customers is to stay active in these conversations. Adding a few heavily populated forums to Google Alerts may be a valuable option for staying abreast of these conversations.
Though providing before and after photos is not a fool-proof way to gain new clients or push a new treatment or procedure, it is one of the most highly-effective ways to prove efficacy and attract interest. Through education and proper visibility, spa professionals can attract a completely new clientele and give regulars a new reason to feel invested in the spa and what it offers.
Using Clinical Resolution Lab's Wrinkles and Anti-Aging Solution (Vital W) combined with just four InnoPen microneedling sessions, the patient's wrinkles have drastically diminished, unveiling smooth, wrinkle-free skin.
Using Clinical Resolution Lab's Pigment Stabilizing Solution (Vital PS) combined with only three InnoPen microneedling sessions, the patient's hyperpigmentation has noticeably decreased, revealing a more even-toned complexion.
Vital W Solution combined with InnoPen microneedling is the ultimate treatment for anti-aging. Containing sodium hyaluronate, Matrixyl 3000, and epidermal growth factor, microneedling with Vital W Solution reduces fine lines and wrinkles, provides deep hydration, and improves skin tone and texture.
Containing stabilized L-ascorbic acid, kojic acid, and alpha arbutin, the transformative power of Vital PS Solution in conjunction with InnoPen microneedling is the optimum treatment for age spots, intercellular melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and sun damage.
This 64-year-old used DermYoung I-Genesis Youth Essence once daily for 30 days. At the end of the trial, his forehead wrinkles and crow's feet were much less visible, and his dark spots were greatly lightened.
This 26-year-old used DermYoung I-Genesis Youth Essence twice daily for seven days. At the end of the trial, her acneic skin was transformed, revealing clearer, brighter skin.
I-Genesis Youth Essence by DermYoung was developed by scientists at Harvard Medical School. It combines a proprietary blend of natural extracts and 20 percent L-ascorbic acid to reinforce the epidermal barrier, stimulate collagen and elastin production, hydrate and soothe inflammation, and brighten complexion.
This lady had many broken capillaries. After one treatment with the Skin Classic, it was nearly cleared. The after picture was taken six weeks post-treatment.
This lady underwent a Skin Classic training with many hyperpigmented keratosis and flat hyperpigmentation. After one treatment with the Skin Classic, she was nearly cleared. The after picture was taken six weeks post-treatment.
RN Faces' Skin Classic is affordable, non-laser, cutting-edge equipment. Skin care professionals worldwide enjoy the ease of treatments with a huge "wow" factor. This award-winning Skin Classic delivers direct high frequency for the treatment of broken capillaries, cherry angiomas, hyperpigmentation, sebaceous hyperplasia, milia, acne cysts, skin tags, and keratosis – typically in one treatment.
This 43-year-old received BelleCôte's Sensitive Treatment with Stem Cells in Polished Outlook Salon and Spa in Milford, Michigan. After just three treatments, her rosacea was transformed, revealing calm, hydrated, and inflammation-free skin.
This scientifically-advanced treatment combines the powers of Stem Cell Blend, bilberry extract, and marine collagen and elastin complex. Sensitive Treatment with Stem Cells has a tremendous ability to rejuvenate aging skin and replace damaged cells. Bilberry extract helps treat damaged skin with fragile capillaries. In addition, its precious, natural actives develop a calming, anti-inflammatory effect while firming the tissue and protecting the skin from environmental influences and premature aging. This treatment is ideal after microdermabrasion and other abrasive treatments to take away redness, reduce inflammation, and provide a deep hydration.
Karen Rowe, a licensed aesthetician in Australia, performed two Synergie peels alternating with two galvanic infusions of Synergie's Pure C Crystals, Vanish, and Hydrogel, done once-weekly, for over a month, on this client. Fantastic results were achieved for her client, who also used Synergie's homecare products!
Synergie's Lactic and Salicylic Peels can be layered and customized according to the individual needs of the client. Pure-C Crystals are activated when mixed with Vanish lightening serum; the combination of L-ascorbic acid and oligopeptide-34 reduces the appearance of uneven skin tone, hyperpigmentation, and sun damage.


Bill and Maggie have always enjoyed raising animals and chose to do it on a much larger scale when they purchased the farm in 2017. They always wanted to share their love of animals with others, and the park is the perfect way to do that! They have a son, Joey, and a daughter,Allison, who hopes to carry on her parent's legacy one day! The Baldwins sincerely hope that you are inspired by these amazing animals as much as they are!
Heidi is excited to be part of the management team, serving as the General Manager, and also the Director of Entertainment. She is proud to be a third-generation equestrian and entertainer. She enjoys her diverse work within the entertainment industry including training and performing with her horses, producing shows, serving as an MC, and entertainer. She wrote, produced, directed, and served as the host for a national television series, "Heidi Herriott's HorseTrix" which aired on the RFD TV network in 2012-14.
Some of her career highlights include serving as the Head Trainer and Entertainment Consultant for the Excalibur Hotel/Casino (Vegas); Arabian Nights Dinner Theater (Kissimmee, FL); The Dancing Horses Theatre (Lake Geneva, WI); and now the Land of Little Horses (Gettysburg, PA).
Her horses have delivered winning performances on Animal Planet's PET STAR, and Nickelodeon's FIGURE IT OUT game show. Other credits include America's Got Talent, Walt Disney World, Ringling Bros. Circus, Arabian Nights Dinner Theatre, Six Flags Parks, multiple state and county fairs, rodeos, horse shows/expos and more.
In 1970, two Merchant Marines, Tony and Stu, who were travelling the world together, met the Falabella Family in Argentina, who had learned to breed standard horses into miniature horses.
Tony and Stu fell in love with the miniature horses, and imported 25 of them to Gettysburg. In 1971 they opened the Gettysburg Miniature Horse Farm on our current site which encompasses 100 beautiful acres in the rolling hills of Gettysburg. The park also became the original United States Registry for Falabella miniature horses. For the past 47 seasons, the park has operated consistently under five different owners, bringing delight and entertainment to thousands of families. Often we hear heartwarming stories of guests who said they came with their parents when they were young, and now they are returning with their children. The Baldwins, the fifth owners of this charming park, hope that similar stories and visits continue for many generations to come!
"Are You Smarter Than a Horse?!".We will see if our guests can do math and answer questions more accurately than our smart little horses!


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TeamLease Services Limited one of India's largest staffing companies, and E Centric Solutions Private Limited , a leading staffing company, today announced the signing of a definitive agreement vide which TeamLease, through its wholly owned subsidiary TeamLease Digital Private Limited., acquires the IT staffing business of eCentric by way of business transfer/ slump sale arrangement.
The transaction remains subject to transfer of client contracts, customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals and is expected to close before the end of April 2019. The transaction will be immediately accretive to TeamLeases' earnings per share and be financed with existing inancial resources.
eCentric shall transfer its IT staffing vertical to TL Digital by way of slump sale on a goingconcern basis, at a consideration equivalent to 4.5 multiple of the proportionate PBT transferred to TL Digital. The consideration is payable in two tranches, on transfer of clients and transition support.
TL Digital is currently one of the largest IT staffing companies in India with over 2,000 associates deployed across 40+ clients. The entire core business team of eCentric IT staffing, moves on to the rolls of TL Digital post customary closing conditions.
eCentric is a Hyderabad-based HR Services company. The IT Staffing vertical, operating since 2014, has over 100 core employees, 880 associates deployed across 20+ clients, with a turnover of over Rs.45 crore p.a.
product companies rethink their delivery models, shelf life of skills, and surge capacity handling. The current market size of Indian IT staffing is about Rs.22,000 crore with a headcount of 2.6 lakh IT associates.


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FABRICS & CONSTRUCTION: The Torrent has been designed with our Aero fit to minimize flapping and movement while riding. This is possible due to the ultra-light, DWR laminated fabric with 4-way mechanical stretch. The knit outer fabric also makes this cape soft to the touch and quiet, especially when compared to hard shells with similar waterproof capabilities. Additionally, the Torrent features a long drop tail and articulated sleeves for optimal fit in your riding position.
One of the most innovative aspects of the Torrent is the use of active Cocona particles from 37.5® Technology, which attract humidity and then use your own body heat to rapidly transfer that moisture away from the interior through the ultra-breathable membrane. This rapid transfer of moisture ensures a regulated body temperature and dry climate inside the cape, while keeping the elements out, ensuring a proven 25% increase in athletic performance (results based on an independent University of Colorado study). You can actually see 37.5 in action by the dimpling that occurs on the fabric. This is when the hydrophilic particles are working to move the moisture to the exterior of the garment. When the cape dries, the material returns to its native state. It's a bit like magic, and if you've ever worn a typical plastic rain jacket, you'll truly appreciate the cool dry interior of the Torrent. Learn more at www.thirtysevenfive.com.
The Torrent has also been finished with a waterproof YKK zipper and 360 degree reflective taping for improved safety in low light conditions.
THE SPECS:
5 Layer laminate: DWR coated knit face, super-breathable laminate, 37.5 Technology print next-to-skin (99g/m2)
Ultra lightweight/ packable, lighter than some jersey fabrics
Waterproof Column (Waterproofness): 20,000mm
Moisture Transfer Rate (Breathability): 37,000mm
4-way, Mechanical stretch (0% Spandex)
Waterproof YKK Zipper
360 degree reflective taping
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Rambagh Palace, Jaipur
Originally built in 1835, Rambagh Palace has stepped gracefully through many royal transitions—from the home of the queen's favourite handmaiden, to royal guesthouse and hunting lodge, and later as the residence of the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II and his queen, Maharani Gayatri Devi. Today, this jewel in the Taj's crown offers 78 stunningly restored grand luxury rooms and suites which were the chambers of the former Maharaja. The palace retains its elaborate splendour, extravagantly decorated with hand-carved marble 'jalis' or latticework, sandstone balustrades, cupolas and 'chattris' or cenotaphs, and elaborate Mughal Gardens. Within this most glorious of palaces showcasing the best of Rajasthan's royal heritage, you also experience the best fine-dining restaurants in Jaipur. Enjoy a royal Indian feast at Suvarna Mahal, the former palace ballroom built in the 18th-century French style with huge crystal chandeliers. For multi-cuisine options, head to Rajput Room, our all-day-dining restaurant, or Verandah Café. Find Mediterranean delights at the lounge bar, Steam, or unwind in the sophisticated charm of the Polo Bar, with the trophies and memorabilia of the Jaipur polo team on display. Take your royal retreat a notch further by indulging in signature treatments at the Jiva Grande Spa, where we envelop you in ancient Indian wellness therapies. Harmonise your mind and body with yoga and meditation. With the exquisite palace offering a scenic backdrop, our large selection of indoor and outdoor venues along with the Sawai Man Singh Function Centre are ideal for royal destination weddings and business events in Jaipur. Complemented by the craft of our master chefs and impeccable service, the luxury palace offers the perfect package for once-in-a-lifetime celebrations. Over the years, it has played gracious host to several illustrious guests, such as Lord Louis Mountbatten, Prince Charles and Jacqueline Kennedy. We invite you to experience, like they have, the finest traditions of Rajput hospitality. Come, hear the stories of 'The Jewel of Jaipur'.
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Ideal Split Level Home in beachfront community, just steps away from sandy level beach. This inviting 1974 sq ft home has so much to offer. Flowing open floor plan with wood flooring thru the living and kitchen area. Functional kitchen has wood cabinetry, dual fueled stove & wall oven, counter seating & stainless steel appliances. Home has been modernized with 3 comfortable bedrooms & 2 stylish 3 pc baths, with soft paint colours thru out. Spacious living room with bay window & wood burning fireplace.Numerous upgrades to this home include new gas furnace, hot water on demand, just 10 yrs on 40 yr roof, double vinyl windows and attic & floor insulation done. Enjoy this private, .24 ac property with amazing backyard for relaxing or entertaining, with pergola, soaker tub & wood burning pizza oven. Ample storage for Boat or RV parking, work shed, & landscaped yard with multi-zone watering system.Home is ideally situated near schools, transit & shopping. Enjoy vibrant sunsets on beach.
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How much does a medical technologist make?
The average salary for a medical technologist is $66,821 per year.
Medical Technologists (MTs) analyze body fluids and tissues to help diagnose, treat and prevent disease. They work in hospitals, diagnostic laboratories and blood banks. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for medical technologists was $52,330 in May 2015. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $35,540, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $74,350.
Medical technologists (commonly called med techs) are an important part of the healthcare team. They use state-of-the-art equipment and techniques to perform a variety of laboratory tests that help diagnose and treat disease.
Med techs may work in hospitals, clinics, or reference laboratories. They may specialize in a particular area of testing, such as blood banking, chemistry, microbiology, or immunology.
The duties of a med tech vary depending on their specialty and the type of facility where they work. However, all med techs share some common responsibilities, such as performing laboratory tests, analyzing test results, and maintaining accurate records. In addition, they may also be responsible for supervising other laboratory personnel and training new employees.
Most med techs have at least a bachelor's degree in medical technology or a related field. Some positions may require certification from a professional organization such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
As of May 2018, the median annual salary for medical technologists was $64,280, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $39,520, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $98,350.
Medical technologists (MTs) are highly trained professionals who perform tests on body fluids, tissues, and cells. They work in hospitals, clinics, public health laboratories, and research laboratories.
To become a medical technologist, you need to have a bachelor's degree in medical technology or a related field. You also need to pass a certification examination administered by a national organization such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology or the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel.
In conclusion, medical technologists can earn a comfortable wage, with the potential to increase their earnings as they gain experience. The field is expected to grow at a healthy rate in the coming years, so now is a great time to consider a career in medical technology.
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Matt Mullenweg was born on January 11, 1984, in Houston, Texas. In January 2003, when he was a freshman at University of Houston, Matt noticed that it had been several months since the blogging system he was using, b2/cafelog, was last updated. b2/cafelog was released under the GNU General Public License, which meant that Matt could take the codebase of the system and build upon it. Matt wrote a blog post about the undertaking, and in the first comment to it, developer Mike Little said that he would be willing to contribute to the project. Together, they created the first version of WordPress. The name was suggested by Christine Selleck Tremoulet, a friend of Matt Mullenweg.
In 2004, one of the most popular blogging systems of the time, Movable Type, changed to a more expensive pricing structure, which encouraged its users to look for an alternative. Many of them settled on WordPress. Movable Types price hike gave WordPress its first big push.
Matt Mullenweg during his State of the Word talk at WordCamp US in 2016.
In October 2004, Matt Mullenweg dropped out of University of Houston to take a job at CNET, where he, among other things, helped them run sites built on WordPress. A year later, in October 2005, he left CNET to work on WordPress full-time. The spam detection service Akismet was announced a couple of days later. In December the same year, Matt Mullenweg announced the founding of Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, Akismet and WooCommerce. In January 2006, former Yahoo executive Toni Schneider was recruited as CEO, bringing the number of employees to 5 people.
Growth of the WordPress platform continued to accelerate. By July 2011, WordPress powered more than 50 million blogs. In May the year after, the number had grown to 70 million. The blog phenomenon had reached the mainstream, and WordPress was riding the wave.
In January 2014, Matt Mullenweg became CEO of Automattic, as Toni Schneider shifted his focus to specific projects within the company. Toni wrote about the news on his blog at the time. In May the same year, Automattic raised $160M in funding, valuing the company at over a billion dollars. At the time, it had 231 employees. Today, Automattic has 720 employees.
Since October 2014, Matt Mullenweg has held an annual State of the Word presentation at WordCamp US, where he discusses the progress the platform has made during the year and where it could go in the next twelve months.
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Blessings undisguised: part one
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Due to circumstances beyond my control I have found myself without work recently. Not wanting to fulfil the lifestyle choices shared by many on my housing scheme, I took the advice of my uncle Bob who recommended I get up at normal time and do something different everyday. And all for freemans.
I have therefore taken to rediscovering the city of my existence with a long walk into town each morning and visits to places I really should have spent more time at throughout my life. The neglected treasures that make Manchester so wonderful and map out the city's rich and varied history. The places we are rightly proud of, but perhaps ignore and walk past because we either can't be arsed entering or we promise ourselves, unconvincingly, that we will do so another day.
We have so many cultural gems on our doorstep and it would be a sin to sit about sulking at home all day when I could be out and about lapping up it all up. Although, remaining resplendent in pyjamas and spending the day spliff-gobbed, like my neighbours, may actually appeal eventually should my enforced absence continue, for now I am feeling almost fulfilled and I'm not even making Christmas cards for the mentally ill.
My first port of call on Monday was Manchester Cathedral. I've never really paid attention to the magnificent structure sat at the end of Deansgate and staring across the river at Salford. Maybe it's because, as my lovely late grandma would say, it's for 'the other lot'. But it's a shame to allow religious divisions to prevent you from enjoying something so joyous. I had a wander round. There are many displays within, including one proudly extolling the cathedral's participation in the anti-racist Hope not Hate campaign.
And, as you would expect from a structure dating back to the eighth century, there are artefacts dripping in history. One such item, called the Angel Stone, proves there was a church on the site in Saxon times. It was discovered embedded in the wall of the original South Porch of the cathedral in the 19th century.
On the seat hinges there are a number of pieces of what can best be described as mini-art works. Hidden on the underside of these seats are carvings of medieval tales and legends, called misericords. The cathedral tour leaders would have us believe these are among the finest in Europe. They typically depict a moral to a story – one shows a woman scolding a man with a cooking pot, which is thought to be a warning to careless husbands. I tried to take a picture of one but couldn't get the angle right and was very wary of the fact I was on my hands and knees while a school trip was attempting to hurdle me and teachers were giving me strange looks as my arse stuck in the air baboon-like. God save the children.
While at the cathedral I discovered one of my pastimes for the following day and was also psychologically elbowed into the path of the next port of call.
Onwards to Chetham's Library I went. To my ultimate shame, I had never previously paid a visit to the world's oldest public library. Hidden among the bigger buildings housing the Chetham's School of Music, the whole complex, shadowed by the modern Urbis museum, offers an almost unrivalled opportunity to glimpse back in time.
The building dates back to 1421 and is made from sandstone quarried in Collyhurst. The site was once the largest in medieval Manchester, containing a bakehouse, brewery and stables. Textile merchant Humphrey Chetham founded the library in 1653 and also played a part in the setting up of a school on the site for 40 poor boys. This is now the world famous music school.
Once inside it is immediate how old sits among new as the cars and tennis courts lay alongside the medieval buildings that still, miraculously, stand as they did nearly 600 years ago. Walking into the library is akin to how I expect it to be like entering a castle in the days of King Arthur. It's worth sitting in the reading room even if you're not reading. In fact I'd venture that you could just stare at the walls, like I did for about 20 minutes. Christmas cards…
There is currently an exhibition called 'Reasons to be Cheerful'. It is described thus: "…early printed books, through original paintings, prints and engravings to local novels, penny dreadfuls, children's books and jobbing printing. It includes beer mats, cartoons, handkerchiefs and postcards as well as books made by some of the greatest writers and book artists of all time…"
It contains some excellent political leaflets and other propaganda, including the Edwardian anti-Tory handbill, which features the postcard I used as the main picture with this article.
There was also a map of Manchester city centre from 1889 detailing all the beer houses and other establishments that sold alcohol. According to this map, printed in the Manchester Guardian of the time, there were 1,323 beer houses, 484 hotels and public houses, 392 places where beer could be bought to be consumed off the premises and 283 places where beer could be bought to be consumed on the premises. Staggering figures. And lots of them at lasties, probably.
Furthermore, when Rusholme, Bradford and Harpurhey were brought within the city boundaries the number of establishments selling booze was said to be 2,606. Imagine having the job of counting them all, hic…
I bid farewell to Chetham's and went to sample an ale at one of those beer houses nearby. I planned Tuesday's itinerary as I braved the searing sun, sipped my pint and wiped the froth from my top lip. Not wanting you workers to feel jealous or anything…
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"If I can't dance it's not my revolution"
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Recreational marijuana officially lit in Michigan
On Dec. 1, Michigan became the first state in the Midwest to allow recreational marijuana sales.
On the first day of sales, the state's three licensed retail marijuana shops generated more than $200,000 in cannabis sales and an estimated $36,000 in tax revenue.
"The consumer demand was off the charts," said Rick Thompson, who serves on the Michigan NORML board. "Each of the provisioning centers had lines out the door and around the block. Most had police officers on hand to ensure people were safe from traffic."
Michigan voters approved Proposal 1 to legalize adult-use marijuana in 2018. Sales were originally slated to begin Jan. 1, 2020, but the state moved up the date in an effort to reduce black market sales.
1,400 of Michigan's 1,800 cities and townships do not allow marijuana sales. Detroit has delayed recreational sales until Jan. 31.
Adults 21 and older can purchase up to 2.5 ounces of flower, including up to 15 grams of concentrate.
Marijuana Industry Daily projected that marijuana sales in Michigan are expected to reach $1.4 billion to $1.7 billion per year when the market reaches maturity.
Illinois to ring in the new year with legal adult-use cannabis
Jan. 1, 2020, will mark the beginning of more than just a new decade in Illinois as the state's first recreational marijuana dispensaries are set to open on New Year's Day.
Illinois was the first state to legalize recreational marijuana through the state legislature rather than through a voter-approved ballot initiative.
"As the first state in the nation to fully legalize adult-use cannabis through the legislative process, Illinois exemplifies the best of democracy—a bipartisan and deep commitment to better the lives of all of our people," Pritzker said. "Legalization of adult-use cannabis brings an important and overdue change to our state, and it's the right thing to do."
In June, Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D) signed a bill that allows adults 21 and older to possess and purchase cannabis. In addition to legalizing adult-use cannabis, the new law includes provisions to expunging prior marijuana convictions and the creation of social equity programs.
Recreational marijuana will have a graduated tax rate according to the THC content:
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Flower with more than 35% THC will be taxed at 25% of the purchase price
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S/V Rutea Sails Around the World: 1st 24 Hours Out!
From 10:00 yesterday to 10:00 today S/V Rutea covered 146.5 nautical miles! We did a combination of motor sailing and sailing as the wind rose and declined but as of now it looks like we will have steady wind up to Fiji. It also looks like we are going to have some big swells come through.... The big, yellow horns of the harvest moon rose on my watch last night and even though it was only 24% it lit the whole sky. Before the moon rose it was a starry, starry night!
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Isaac Newton argued that the geometric nature of reflection and refraction of light could only be explained if light were made of particles, referred to as corpuscles because waves do not tend to travel in straight lines. Newton sought to disprove Christiaan Huygens' theory that light was made of waves.
This attractive force was equal in all directions, and hence the particle travelled in a straight line. He extended this to explain refraction by saying that when light entered a denser medium, the particles would experience differing levels of attractive forces, as the denser medium would have more particles.
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Newton's corpuscular theory fails to explain simultaneous phenomenon of partial reflection and refraction on the surface of transparent medium such as glass or water. According to this theory, velocity of light is larger in the denser medium than in the rarer medium, experimentally it is proved wrong ( < ).
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The two most successful theories of light were the corpuscular (or particle) theory of Sir Isaac Newton and the wave theory of Christian Huygens. Newton's corpuscular theory stated that light consisted of particles that travelled in straight lines.
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In March 1905 , Einstein created the quantum theory of light, the idea that light exists as tiny packets, or particles, which he called photons. Einstein, age 26, saw light as wave and particle, picking the attribute he needed to confront each problem in turn. Einstein wasn't finished yet.
The limitations of Huygens Wave Theory of Light are as follows: It could not explain rectilinear propagation of light. It could not explain phenomenon of polarisation of light and phenomenon like Compton Effect, photoelectric effect.
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Don't trust anyone doesn't necessary mean to be paranoid. I see it more as "do your own reaserch, test, think about it for yourself, and don't blindly believe what others are saying".
Iron maiden-powerslave album. First song aces high 1,1 next is two minutes till midnight 23:58. Then the album cover has embedded information as well.
Sun and steel. Life is like a wheel,the sunlight falling on your steel.
^^^^ I wonder how long ago I wrote that and never posted. Now today it was still in memory. Interesting.


LRR signee Oladips comes through once again in 2019 with yet another brand new single titled "Places" which DMW artiste Mayorkun produced by Majorbangz.
After the success of O'sure which featured YBNL boss, Olamide and was given the award of most played on Nigerian Radio stations, Oladips is here again alongside Mayorkun to give us a new banger..
Out Soon!! Keep on checking that s page!!!


text:
import numpy as np
import tensorflow as tf

from keras_cv.layers.preprocessing3d import base_augmentation_layer_3d
from keras_cv.layers.preprocessing3d.global_random_flip_y import GlobalRandomFlipY

POINT_CLOUDS = base_augmentation_layer_3d.POINT_CLOUDS
BOUNDING_BOXES = base_augmentation_layer_3d.BOUNDING_BOXES

class GlobalFlippingYTest(tf.test.TestCase):
    def test_augment_random_point_clouds_and_bounding_boxes(self):
        add_layer = GlobalRandomFlipY()
        point_clouds = np.random.random(size=(2, 50, 10)).astype("float32")
        bounding_boxes = np.random.random(size=(2, 10, 7)).astype("float32")
        inputs = {POINT_CLOUDS: point_clouds, BOUNDING_BOXES: bounding_boxes}
        outputs = add_layer(inputs)
        self.assertNotAllClose(inputs, outputs)

    def test_augment_specific_random_point_clouds_and_bounding_boxes(self):
        add_layer = GlobalRandomFlipY()
        point_clouds = np.array([[[1, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9]] * 2] * 2).astype(
            "float32"
        )
        bounding_boxes = np.array([[[1, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 1]] * 2] * 2).astype("float32")

        inputs = {POINT_CLOUDS: point_clouds, BOUNDING_BOXES: bounding_boxes}
        outputs = add_layer(inputs)
        flipped_point_clouds = np.array(
            [[[-1, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9]] * 2] * 2
        ).astype("float32")
        flipped_bounding_boxes = np.array([[[-1, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, -1]] * 2] * 2).astype(
            "float32"
        )
        self.assertAllClose(outputs[POINT_CLOUDS], flipped_point_clouds)
        self.assertAllClose(outputs[BOUNDING_BOXES], flipped_bounding_boxes)

    def test_augment_batch_point_clouds_and_bounding_boxes(self):
        add_layer = GlobalRandomFlipY()
        point_clouds = np.random.random(size=(3, 2, 50, 10)).astype("float32")
        bounding_boxes = np.random.random(size=(3, 2, 10, 7)).astype("float32")
        inputs = {POINT_CLOUDS: point_clouds, BOUNDING_BOXES: bounding_boxes}
        outputs = add_layer(inputs)
        self.assertNotAllClose(inputs, outputs)


What better way to work on your game, learn to work as a team, improve your individual and team work skills, then play in a 3 v 3 basketball league. USA basketball has really put an emphasis on 3 v 3 basketball as a great way for youth to learn how to play the game. This sport has become such a big deal that it will be introduced as an Olympic sport in 2020. 3v3 basketball is a great way for coaches and players to evaluate and improve on individual skill development. With faster pace of play, 3v3 benefits players' mental and physical growth on the court.
So if you are interested in playing in a great 3 v 3 league, please sign your team of 4 players up and let's have some fun!!!
League play consists of 8 games followed by a single elimination tournament.
Each team may have a coach or not.
League begins on Saturday November 4th and runs through December 16th.
Approximate game times will be between 2PM and 9PM on Saturdays and if necessary, 8AM and 12PM on Sunday's.
Balance paid before your team will be allowed to play the first game.


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World Mental Health Day 2019: Nearly one in five young people say they are not happy, study finds
Sabrina Barr
The Independent 10 October 2019
Nearly one in five young people say they are not happy with their lives, the government's first "State of the Nation" report on children's wellbeing has found.
For the report, which has been published to coincide with World Mental Health Day on Thursday 10 October, 7,000 young people aged between 10 and 24 were questioned about their mental wellbeing.
According to the findings of the report, 82.9 per cent of those surveyed reported having a high or very high life satisfaction.
Meanwhile, 94 per cent of children said they felt happy with their family, 91.6 per cent said they felt happy with their friends and 94.5 per cent reported feeling in good or very good health.
One of the key reasons for reported unhappiness or poor mental wellbeing among the respondents was bullying, including cyberbullying.
One in five young people aged between 16 and 24 said they had experienced high levels of anxiety, even when they rated their overall happiness and wellbeing highly.
The research found the emotional wellbeing of teenage girls was more likely to be negatively impacted by bullying than teenage boys.
Young girls were more likely to report incidents of cyberbullying than their male counterparts.
Other factors that also had an especially strong impact on the emotional wellbeing of teenage girls was spending time with friends and getting enough sleep.
However, social media was not found to have a significant effect on the psychological health of adolescent girls.
Professor Peter Fonagy, CEO of child mental health research organisation the Anna Freud Centre, explained the importance of the study's findings.
"It's heartening that four out of five children are happy. However, we cannot ignore the fact that one in five children are not," Professor Fonagy said.
"We should be pleased that so many young people are resilient to the pressures of 21st Century life, and be both prepared to stand by and support those who struggle."
Health secretary Matt Hancock added children should feel "valued, supported and listened to" from a young age.
"It is encouraging this report finds the majority of our young people are happy, but our mental health is an asset – just like our physical health, so it is vital children get the support they need," Mr Hancock stated.
"We are training a new dedicated mental health workforce in schools and colleges across the country, to ensure quicker access to a range of support and treatments, as well as teaching pupils what good mental health and physical health looks like."
The publication of the report delivers on a governmental commitment made this time last year to publish a report on an annual basis that explores the mental health of young people.
In addition to the report, guidance is also being offered in schools so the wellbeing of students is being looked after and monitored.
If you are in need of mental health support, you can contact the free Samaritans helpline on 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org or visit www.samaritans.org to find details of your nearest branch.
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I am a teacher of English in Bucaramanga, I like challenges and share everything with my students.
This is a space for Sonia to share inspiration, information, and opportunities for involvement with global impact.
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A few weeks ago, streetwear enthusiasts were treated to some good news when clothing brand Neighborhood announced it would collaborate with Japanese label A Bathing Ape once again, for the release of a new winter 2017 capsule collection. This morning consumers were introduced to the collaborative capsule collection via a new lookbook.
Compromised of several pieces and accessories, the second collection between Bape and Neighborhood includes a heavy-duty snowboarding jacket, a full zip hoodie, selvedge denim jeans, two graphic print t-shirts and a Rolex watch. Incorporating their signature touches to the latest collection, Bape features its popular camo pattern print throughout a few pieces of the capsule, while Neighborhood adds its recognizable skull and crossbones graphics to the collection in a few of the pieces. Unlike last year's partnership between both brands, this year's collab sees both brands stick to darker colorways for their garments as the main colors of this capsule are black, grey and navy blue.
Bringing together the best aesthetics and signature graphic prints of both brands, The Bape x Neighborhood capsule collection will be available at Bape retailers starting on Saturday, Jan. 21.


The first word that comes to mind when you think of Argentina may be "steak," perhaps choripán, or even "meat" in general. It's no secret that leading an environmentally-conscious lifestyle and munching on meat (specifically beef) do not go hand-in-hand (unlike red wine and steak). So, it may not be brand-new information that Argentina as a nation is not as far up in the eco-chart as some other countries, such as Singapore or Finland. In fact, last year 16 million tons of food were thrown away in Argentina, and 90 percent of Buenos Aires' waste ends up in landfills. That is a pretty horrifying amount of trash that does not end up being reused or recycled.
I won't lie, it was a bit of a culture shock arriving in a country where environmental impact is not as high-up in priorities as it is in some other places I've lived. Apart from that time I lived in a student house and all societal norms were broken (breakfast at 5 PM was okay there) I lived following basic rules, such as separating glass from plastic. These unwritten regulations became a natural habit back at home in the UK, and this routine felt jolted out of its resting place when I moved here.
I must point out that I'm not some environmental warrior who scavenges berries and leaves off trees, buys only second-hand clothes, and has never used a plastic water bottle in my life. I kind of wish I were that girl, but unfortunately, I am simply a normal person who likes to turn the light off when I leave a room, use reusable water bottles, and eat consciously while considering the environmental cost of what I consume.
When consulting the 2018 Environmental Performance Index (EPI)'s guide to the greenest countries this year, I was shocked by the list. The list takes into consideration several factors such as air quality, water resources, and biodiversity, and sure, Argentina certainly is not in the top ten. However, sometimes perception does not meet reality, and we are ranked only 74th out of the 180 countries examined. Not bad for a developing country full of beef fanatics who would most likely sell a kidney for an asado.
When I read this, I decided to research just how much was going on behind the scenes, before I started judging a country that I had only resided in for a little over two months. I was shocked to realize just how much is actually underway: there are NGO's successfully working to minimize food waste, and there are all sorts of movements promoting the using reusable and recyclable products rather than single-use plastics. Also, Argentina boasts a wide variety of organizations and products that are cropping up that give porteños the option to live life with a more environmental purpose.
Below I have documented my journey of discovery for how much green goodness the city has to offer.
Plato Lleno is certainly a good place to start my journey. I discovered this NGO through a colleague, and later have seen it pop all over my social media accounts. Proyecto Plato Lleno is one of the most innovative NGO's in Buenos Aires, helping minimize food waste as the first organization in the country that skips the middleman and provides a way for surplus food to go straight to those who need it.
The organization works with volunteers to save perfectly good food that otherwise would be wasted. "Perfect condition" seems like a lot to ask for "second-hand food," yet so many times there is a problem with the order or a malfunction in cooking, or if there were too many made, or too little, so you need to make a new batch. Plato Lleno's philosophy is that you have to work with what you have; regardless of whether you have to work with 300 tiny onion tarts or seven huge loaves of bread and a massive bowl of hummus.
I spoke to Rafel Barrio, the coordinator of Proyecto Plato Lleno who insightfully explained the country's problem is distributing excess food. He says: "There is a sufficient amount of food in the world. It isn't that we aren't producing enough, but it's more of a distribution problem." The issues, then, are more logistical than anything else. Companies often do not want to waste their food, however, restaurants and cafes don't usually have an option for their surplus product.
In fact, it's the first alternative to food banks in the country. The primary difference between other NGO's working with community kitchens is that there is no exchange of food and money. Rafael Barrio told me that they feel that asking the person receiving the food for an exchange of money would be bad practice, this would not tune into the values upon which this project was formed. Not only do they want to be environmentally-conscious but also ethically and morally sound, supporting the 32 percent of the population who live below the poverty line in Argentina.
So far they have saved 985 kilos of food in Argentina. If you want to get involved, or simply find out more, visit the website and get in contact with Rafael. This is a great option if you own (or work in) a restaurant, cafe, events company, or bar where you deal with large amounts of food.
There are many global movements pushed by various NGO's to campaign to ban using straws in restaurants and cafes, using titles such as "The Final Straw" and a "Strawless Ocean." Yet in Latin America, we have finally been hit by the Anti-Straw Train, and it is called #vidasinsorbete. You may well have seen this hashtag crop up on your social media accounts; the hashtag hopes to promote awareness at the redundancy of plastic straws. There really is no need to use them, and they have become a nasty habit that we have channeled to treat as necessary. Yet, it's very difficult to think of that while you are sipping your chipped ice mojito.
Many restaurants in Buenos Aires have decided to use this hashtag and they have dumped the plastic straw. Verne Club, for example, is one of 20 bars to follow the campaign #mejorsinsorbete. Others include Soria, Divisadero Parador, and Festival; the campaign has also attracted pop-up bars in the capital as well.
If you mooch around Las Cañitas you are more than likely going to find a whole army of vintage shops, as this is *almost* the vintage capital of the city. I was beckoned into one of these stores, as I saw an elegant boutique with purple neon writing and a warm interior. I walked in, and as I perused the price tags, I was definitely surprised to see a Nike sweatshirt in impeccable condition channeling 90s vibes was only AR $500, where usually in a "bougie" boutique, such an item would be in the AR $1,000+ range.
I had had no idea that Buenos Aires would come up trumps for recycling your clothes, as I have meandered around San Telmo market countless times, coming home with nothing but more empanadas from El Hornero. Here at Galpón de la Ropa on Jorge Newbury in Las Cañitas, you can bring in your unwanted items in good condition, and they will pay you either 30, 40, or 50 percent of its value, depending on whether you want cash, credit or card payment. There are a few other spots in Villa Crespo, Belgrano, and Almagro where you can either buy some very good-value items or sell your favorites.
There are many organic and sustainably-conscious markets, shops and services all around the city. Leave Carrefour out of your weekly grocery routine and buy your fruit, veg, and dairy products from some of these websites or stores.
El Click is a great service where you order your fruit and veg to one of their locations around the city which provides 100 percent organic products. There are seven different stores, including spots in Belgrano, Palermo, Colegiales, and others; a kilo of fruit and veg costs AR $400.
As usual with this kind of store, you get an abundance of wacky products that are fresh that week. This may mean you're knee-deep under 100 different types of papaya one week, or 3 kilos down of chard the next, but at least it's a surprise! This week at BubbleAr, we received a whole heap of rhubarb (see the photo below), which had us a little stumped. A few days later, we were presented with a rhubarb pie made by our intern, so it's all about challenging that innovation.
You can also find this great community center called El Galpón in Chacarita which oozes organic living. This is a center where you exchange a wide variety of products which is open on a Wednesday and a Saturday which minimizes food (and other) waste.
For the green-fingered, I recommend dabbling in a wee bit of gardening to lower your impact on the environment. There are plenty of plant shops around the city and you can see the linked article below for more information. There are many spots around the city that offer lessons and workshops to help improve your own huertas so that you can grow your own herbs and vegetables, reducing the necessity of buying plastic-wrapped products.
A few garden centers offer free workshops, including Vivero Orgánico Sonyando which has an abundance of gratis workshops for children, adults, businesses, and they can even teach school classes. You can learn about how to create optimum compost, how to grow particular herbs (including medicinal herbs) and how to create fertile environments for your plants.
There are various movements of recycling your coffee waste and using it as compost for your veg. Many coffee shops around the city offer their wasted grounds for green-fingered folk, including Starbucks (good lord, a huge corporation finally doing something relatively selfless for the world?!).
However, the AAMF (Asociación Argentina de Marcas y Franquicias) have created a Coffee Recycling Program that was launched last year, which has so far managed to collect 15,488 kilos of coffee grounds nationally, which have then been collected and sent to Cosechando Vida who then redistribute the grains over different fields.
Apart from these excellent projects and movements that I have discovered in the city, here is a comprehensive list for everything eco-friendly that you can buy in Argentina. Some are global products, and others are locally produced in the country. I have bought a few of these out here, and I recommend stocking up on as many as you can to prevent wastage.
Using a reusable covering prevents the constant one-use cling film or aluminum foil. It is hand-made using 100 percent cotton fabric, beeswax, pine resin, and jojoba oil and there are plenty of different patterns to choose from, from turquoise blue spots to pink flowers. You can wash them up afterward like a dish, and then store them away in a drawer. They are AR $280 each, not bad when you think of how much money you'd save from constantly cling-filming everything! Their website is available here.
Tampons and sanitary towels are often wrapped in plastic, and completely non-recyclable. Close to 20 billion sanitary napkins, tampons, and applicators are dumped into North American landfills every year, according to a research by Luna Pads. The average woman uses over 11,000 tampons over her lifetime, which is a hell of a lot of plastic. We don't think of this for being much of a waste, as for half the population, menstruation isn't exactly a choice. There are still huge taboos over periods and all the faff that goes with it, yet it is very much time to understand the extent of the problem we will be dealing with. You can buy this on their website.
This prevents you from buying different plastic bottles time after time. Sometimes, you find yourself hot and sweaty walking downtown and you've forgotten to bring a water bottle. It thus is sometimes unavoidable. But there's hope: you can buy a whole load of purifying products from Pura's website, including purifying jugs, water bottles, purifying taps, inverse osmosis machines.
I would recommend a purifying jug, as the tap machines still require energy to run, and for the most impactful purchase the jug would not be using energy and continues to work for up to a year. The jug, which costs AR $2,100, eliminates 99.9 percent of chlorine, and nasty tastes or odors, and any other pollutants in the water. The jug itself lasts a lifetime, however, you need to update the filters annually. Shop online here.
Never again will you have to waste plastic daily, you can now buy stainless steel straws that you can take with you to cafés and restaurants. Not only are they 100 percent reusable and recyclable, but they also maintain the temperature of your drink. You can buy them as a pack of 6 or by themselves from MercadoLibre here.
Sentido Circular also produces some locally made artisanal bags that are not only reusable and recyclable, but also biodegradable and compostable. It is an excellent way to prevent using plastic bags, and there are three different types available: a gauze bag, for loose vegetables and fruit like cherries or grapes; a semi-closed small bag that you can use as a lunch bag; or a closed canvas bag to transport big loads of shopping. They're available to buy from their site here.
So, here you have a few tips to help combat this huge global problem. If you are as depressed as I am by recent surveys and stats presenting horrifying predictions of the global damage we will face in the next few years, it's always best to try and follow these programs to reduce as much as we can.
Sophie is from the UK and writes about anything from fashion to food. She studies Spanish and French at Newcastle University and is particularly passionate about South American culture.


This is entertaining: Megan McArdle considers four possible economic approaches to how couples should order food in restaurants.
3. Individual property rights, with option trading. Now we're moving toward a more centrally planned economy. The menu is individually consulted, and then the two parties state their preferences. If these preferences are strong, then matters proceed much as in the above strategy. However, if indecision is expressed, the trading is opened: "If you get the clam chowder, I'll get the mushroom crostini, and we can split." Option trading is usually, but not always, confined to the appetizer course. Any offer can be refused, and a substitute offered — "What if I got the clam chowder, and you got the ham timbales?" — or both parties may reluctantly conclude that no trade is possible, and revert to their original choices.
Well done, Team Restaurant! You are now beginning to realize the magnificent benefits of trade. Coordination and cooperation have permitted you to agree on choices that jointly improve utility.
However, I must tell you that you are still probably not at the highest valued use of your food dollar. You are almost certainly investing most of your effort in appetizers or shared desserts, which are the minority of your spending, time and consumption. If you want not merely to improve your utility, but to maximize it, then you are going to have to invest more effort in coordination.
Her conclusion is spot on; it's the best way to dine out.


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Sacha Baron Cohen Convinced This Food Critic He Ate Human Meat–And He Loved It.
This is deeply f*cked up.
By Matt Miller
After what was a promising first few episodes, Sacha Baron Cohen's Who Is America? has lost its steam. There haven't been any more political humiliations—rather, he's gone in some deeply troubling directions, including tonight's episode, which involved discussing Hillary Clinton's genitalia and giving birth out of his anus. With the questionable moments aside, this penultimate episode of Cohen's show did have at least one insane moment at the end with food critic Bill Jilla of DinnerReviews.com.
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Jilla attended the private tasting of Cohen's character Rick Sherman, a recently released prisoner who is attempting to start anew as a chef. During this tasting, Cohen's Sherman serves Jilla a number of revolting dishes. One was made with veal that was served in a condom that had been hidden in a man's anus. "This is the best braised veal I've ever had in my lifetime," Jilla said of the dish, which had been aged for eight days in a condom inside a man's rectum.
But that wasn't the worst thing Cohen served this food critic. For his final course, Cohen's Sherman brought Jilla human meat. As Sherman told Jilla, the meat was made from a Chinese man, who had donated his organs after his death.
Of course, this is deeply fucked up, and no person would (should?) actually eat human meat, but Jilla studies the dish for a second and digs right in."It's, like, butter soft," Jilla says, giddily. "Who needs a knife? It's melting on my palette, I do not need to chew it."
Then Cohen's Sherman tells Jilla that it "would be a great honor for the family to know someone in the West is enjoying their son."
So Jilla turns to the camera and thanks the family for such a tender son.
What's strange, besides all of this, is that dinnerreviews.com crashed within an hour of the episode airing at 10 p.m. ET.
I was able to get the site to load immediately after the show, and you can see the about page below:
dinnerreviews.com
But by 11 p.m. the site had gone down. It's unclear if this was from people overloading the site, or if it had been taken down entirely.
Matt Miller Culture Editor Matt is the Culture Editor at Esquire where he covers music, movies, books, and TV—with an emphasis on all things Star Wars, Marvel, and Game of Thrones.
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