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Relive the 2021 World Championships in Leuven
Cycling came home during the 100th UCI Road World Championships in 2021. Julian Alaphilippe took the title home to France after a thrilling race, but everyone will also remember the massive turnout of the fans. Flanders 2021 was a huge cycling party. This route offers you the chance to cycle into that same landscape that offers no quarter. Unless, of course, you decide tot make a pit stop and unwind at one of the cycling cafés. After a warm-up loop in the beautiful surroundings of Leuven, you'll find yourself on the epic slopes of the Moskesstraat in Terlanen, the Smeysberg in Huldenberg, The Bekestraat in Eizer and the S-bend in the heart of Overijse. You won't get a chance to catch your breath before you're hit with another climb. And what lurks behind it? A circuit where you can make your own cycling history. (c) some pictures: Flanders 2021, Lander Loeckx.
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Keizersberg
The Keizersberg, also known locally as "den Boelenberg", is the best known hill in Leuven. The winding climb is 400 meters long and has an average gradient of 6.5%, with peaks above 10%. Along the Keizerberg lies the characteristic enclosure wall of the Keizersberg Abbey. At the top, you turn right into the Albert Woutersstraat and another 150 meters of slope will follow.
Decouxlaan
From Wilsele, the Decouxlaan climbs 32m over 1km at an average of 3%. No steepness to be found here. Your choice: take it easy or go for it on the big ring.
Wijnpers
Wijnpers is a short but steep climb in the center of Leuven. It peaks at 14%. The 90° turn at the foot makes it impossible to gain a lot of speed before you hit it. Bring it on!
time to refuel
Poledor bicycle cafe and workshop is located in the yard of a historic square farm. The Velocafé serves authentic, regional and cycling-related delicacies.
they're waiting for you
Veeweidestraat
The Veeweidestraat in Tervuren isn't the hardest climb of the pack. With an average of 4.7% over 660m, it's a steady climb that shouldn't bring you into trouble.
thirsty again?
Brewery, beer lab, museum and eatery – you'll find it all at De Kroon. The father-son duo, Freddy and Filip Delvaux are both professors who specialised in beer. With those two behind the brew kettle, you know it can't be bad!
Smeysberg
Test your calves on this 600 meters long paved climb that peaks at 17%. Whilst it may not be able to claim any great racing pedigree, it was a feature of Eddy Merckx's training rides for many years.
't Klein Verzet
This authentic pub means a well earned rest after the brutal Moskesstraat climb. Enjoy the hospitality and the nice selection of Belgian beers. But bear in mind that you still have a while to go.
Moskesstraat
We love this one. A narrow, steep and cobbled climb through the woods. What more do you want? The fun begins after a sharp right turn. Wait for it to make your move.
S-Bend Overijse
The S-bend + Taymansstraat in Overijse takes you from 56m to 101m altitude over 1km, averaging 4.8%. You can almost imagine yourself to be on a col in the Alps when you ride through the beautiful curves around the Sint-Martinus church. After a sharp turn to the right, the cobbles welcome you to the steepest part of the climb in the Taymansstraat.
Bekestraat
The Bekestraat is a rather unknown but pretty cool cobbled climb in Eizer. It peaks at 15%, with an average gradient of 7,6% over a distance of 430 meters. The stones are rather far apart, so you might find yourself bumping from one cobble to another. Real Flandriens ride on the cobblestones but you can also swerve to the gutter.
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JUMPING BACK ON THE BIKE with Yvette Crouch
Yvette Crouch participated in the school cycle challenge in 2016. Now a high school graduate, Yvette has started an internship at Project Futures and is jumping back on the bike to undertake this amazing journey once again in April. Here is her story…
'I embarked on my first PROJECT FUTURES Cambodia Cycle in 2016 as a fifteen year old high school student, eager to partake in what I hoped would be an eye opening, life changing experience. Completing the aptly named cycle 'challenge' truly was a formidable feat in the way that myself and my fellow participants were not only physically challenged by the strenuous achievement of cycling 400km through a foreign country, but also challenged emotionally by the privilege of interacting with survivors of human trafficking at the AFESIP centre. It was here that we heard first hand the stories of girls, some my own age and younger, who had suffered through traumas I could hardly fathom, ultimately becoming the most memorable, life affirming aspect of the already amazing trip.
Accompanying me on my journey was my older brother James, who similarly to me, lacked cycling athleticism and experience, but was keen to dive head first into the challenge. One of the greatest takeaways from the cycle was that by the end of it all, my brother and I, along with all of our fellow PROJECT FUTURES cyclists had formed an unbreakable bond, as we were each other's support network during both the physical and emotional trials of our trip. These meaningful relationships that developed over such a short period of time made the experience even more rewarding, as at its conclusion, we were able to celebrate the massive accomplishment we had made through the combined challenges of fundraising, cycling, and raising awareness for such an awesome cause.
For me, talking to the women at the AFESIP centre and seeing true evidence of the positive impact PROJECT FUTURES has made on the lives of trafficking survivors is something which has stuck with me ever since my first cycle, and has impassioned me to partake in my second cycle challenge, 3 years later. Now that I am older, and slightly wiser, I am extremely excited to re-immerse myself in such an incredible experience, with the opportunity to hear the stories of more brave trafficking survivors, forge new relationships with fellow participants, and to re-embark on what was the most challenging and rewarding journey of my life.
I am so grateful for PROJECT FUTURES giving me the opportunity to partake in such a unique and worthwhile experience for a second time, and cannot wait to start the adventure all over again.'
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Immersion Cycle Day 6
The morning sees us visit the brothels of Phnom Penh, we are today handing our precious baby formula. We note that mothers come far and wide to receive this offering, many of their babies starving hungry and screaming for something to fill their bellies.
We hear the story of one women, sold at the age of 6 or 7 years old and thereafter traded 9 times from trafficker to trafficker. Today, the shame so intoxicating that she can not return home to the region in which her family stem... she has lost connection with all but one of her 7 children. This women situation felt hopeless in so many ways... she was broken and she no longer has the health, energy or desire to make the change.
We hear from a mother of 2 small boys. Due to sickness and the down pouring of rain, she was unable to service customers for the past three days... this means not a morsel of food had crossed the lips of hers or her boys for the same period. Their desperation for food obvious as we hand out cups of noodles... but we walk away knowing their this insufficient for tomorrow is likely to hold the same fate.
We met a mother, caring for a 2-month old baby.... she is breastfeeding. She shares with us that she is aware of her HIV status but as her baby screamed through the night in hunger, with her strapped to her chest as she worked and deterred potential clients, she had to feed her.... this mother weeps as she fears that she has transmitted the disease to her precious baby. We offer formula and refer her for medical assessment.
It was a hard day emotionally. Confronted by one sad story of hopelessness and poverty after another. As we came face-to-face with the customers that were feeling this industry and observed the traffickers gaining.... it was a quiet and emotional return to the hotel.
That evening we visit the AFESIP safe house, this experience more hopefully, happy and healthy then that in the morning. Each of their girls have been rescued, they live safely and have access to the medical care they need, the emotional and psychological support to nurture their recovery and stable education sources to change their life course.
The girls share their talents of traditional dance and we too respond with an Irish jog (taught by our Irish participant Martin the night before). If nothing else, it was an outlet to laugh, connect and share. Re-enforcing that we are all human and we all deserve freedoms, rights and safety.
A truly amazing tour that has connected our group with each other but also the cause and culture of Cambodia. We are privileged to have gained this insight, an authentic and up close and personal understanding of what it means to be trafficked. Hidden in plain sight... chains no longer required or visible but the invisible cage that chocks the human spirit is deeply felt by us all.
Immersion Cycle Days 4 & 5
Come and see what we got up to in day 4 & 5 of the Immersion Cycle!
Here's a sneak peek into the launch of our new coffee table book Threads of Hope featuring so many inspiring women, men and children we have met along the way!!
In the morning we set off to the real villages of Siem Reap, visiting local farms to see their traditional farming, cooking and trade in action. No some of these were beautiful, the crafts and wares; some of these were interesting, such as the rice wines with rattle snakes or scorpions in the base of the wine to enhance flavour and ward off evil spirits; and some simply unpalatable.... that being the very famous and traditional fish paste. Used as a cooking ingredient all year round in traditional dishes. But the stench of the farm was so powerful it made your eyes literally water... some of use dry heaving from the taste on the back of the throat... this was one stop that we did not stay long nor sample any of the produce.
A traditional Monk blessing was shared to being good health, hope and luck for the future. It is always insightful to see the Monk in action... his lowered eyes, his refusal to make any skin to skin contact, the heavy tattoos across his body.... this combination could instil concern in certain situations, but instead the precise, rhythmic movements and hum of the monk reassure and brought a sense of peace.... with all 12 of us sitting in silence as we awaited our blessing, is was also a moment to be still, to reflect and take on board his sacred chanting.
In the afternoon we visit some of the survivors that we have supported and are now working, financially independent and craving out a life for themselves. One of these women, Sur Kim, completed her training as a seamstress... she now has her own business creating western and traditional garments. The shop that she works from is her own and funded by PROJECT FUTURES. For $500, this woman can own her own business (including the building), receive stocks and resources for 6-months to get her started, and thereafter support her family.
We could not resist and started ordering bespoke dresses and garments... mind you, for less then $20 we could have any dress in a wide range of fabrics. Most importantly, we got to celebrate and support her, not for her past hardships, but to celebrate her incredible skills and success.
Immersion Cycle: Day 1 and 2
A sneak peak into the adventures whilst on our next Immersion Cycle tour.
How Bikes Help Break the Cycle in the Sex trafficking Industry
There is a little information on how bikes play a huge role in breaking the cycle of the sex trafficking industry and how you can help by donating a bike to help change someone's life.
The lowdown: PROJECT FUTURES Immersion Cycle Tours
What is involved in our Immersion Cycle Tours and why are they so impactful?
For 10 days, a group of 10 Australians from across Australia linked up with PROJECT FUTURES to learn about the issue of sex trafficking across Cambodia. Time was spent learning about the culture of the nation, the beauty and the traditions, but also about the history of these lands and the torment, damage and links between the Khmer Rouge and the sex trafficking, abuse and exploitation of women across the country.
As part of the experience, the group met with survivors. Here are some of the stories we experienced.
HIV is a growing issue of concern across Cambodia; its prevalence is rapidly rising among poverty-stricken, isolated communities where there is a lack of education.
With breastfeeding one of the main culprits in transferring the disease from mother to child, intensive support and education is required to help bring an end to transmission via this mode.
However, armed with the knowledge about the disease and transmission, mothers are finding themselves in increasingly difficult, uncertain situations. Do I withhold my breastmilk knowing I will likely infect my baby and share a death sentence? Do I withhold it and hope that food will be provided via some unknown channel, then potentially watch my baby starve to death?
In order to address this issue – and offer appropriate nursing alternatives to infants across Phnom Penh – the group of 10 Australians joined PROJECT FUTURES and AFESIP in the distribution of hundreds and hundreds of bottles of baby formula. Women and their infants came in droves and from across the city in hope of securing the product in order to avoid the challenging dilemmas faced daily.
This was a heartbreaking opportunity to learn more and to connect, yet also to witness first-hand the dire circumstances these women are facing daily.
The AFESIP Centre
We shared in the joy experienced by 64 girls who are now safely in recovery. They are attending school regularly and have secured safety in stable, nurturing environments in which they can flourish. The PROJECT FUTURES tour led to greater insights about the process of recovery, the expertise required to experience a successful recovery, the things that brought joy to the survivors, and the challenges faced by the centre daily.
Funding is always an issue; a daily challenge that is focused on by PROJECT FUTURES and other partners. There were important learnings here about the impact of stable and sustainable funds (i.e. a regular donation - big or small - as these stable contributions allow for stable programs and planned support and intervention). Ad hoc support has peaks and troughs that impact program delivery and capabilities.
We learnt of the lack of expertise (such as doctors, psychologists and teachers) that were willing to associate and share their skills with the survivors, scared of connecting themselves with the issue of sex trafficking and exploitation, and therefore potentially bringing shame upon themselves.
This is part of the reason that the training and education is so important. Today, 80% of the survivors obtaining professional skills and tertiary education return to AFESIP to work, sharing their skills and talents, inspiring the girls currently in recovery.
There could be no greater leader or role model to confirm that the program works and that there is truly light at the end of the tunnel for victims.
Reintegration
We visit women that have been reintegrated into the community, some of them sisters, and hear of the journeys in which they have shared to achieve their position and independence today.
Many of these women have been sold and resold, traded like a commodity. Their stories are heartbreaking, but their achievements are inspiring.
Some were forced to work as prostitutes to support their families: isolated, abused and raped for the small change received.
Every story is harrowing. Every story is hard to believe as we meet the successful, happy, beautiful women that stand before us. But their truth is visible as they divulge the details of their past.
Proudly we meet one survivor, Kimsour, a seamstress with her own business. In 2017, PROJECT FUTURES funded the building of her own shop. Today she independently runs a successful business, creating beautiful garments for people across Siem Reap. For $300, this was an easy investment that has inspired many and will support Kimsour and her family for decades to come. Not only her shop but her home... today she stands proud, independent and beautiful.
Overall, this journey saw these 10 brave and committed Australians raise more than $20,000 towards the cause. It saw them bond over the unique experiences shared and motivated to continue raising the flag about sex trafficking, because if we truly want to end trafficking, we need to maintain the conversation, educate people on the issue and work to change behaviours.
School Cycle 2018: A Q&A with Ingrid
We chat to Ingrid, one of the girls from our School Cycle about her experiences and learnings from her trip.

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Doing a short overnight is nice, because you don't have to get back to your car. So I left at 8 am and was on trail by 11:15. 10 miles to camp and about 7 hours of daylight meant I could take my time and still make camp well before dark, which was good since I forgot my headlight. There was light rain on the drive up, so I was glad to have remembered my umbrella.
After a mile of old logging road, the single track started and I began the climb to Mount Starr King (not a typo).
It continued to snow on and off the remainder of the day. The wind howled and whistled through the trees but I rarely felt more than a light breeze. I made my way up over Starr King, Waumbek and started the roller coaster of the Weeks. The temperature continued to drop to about 28 degrees but I was still sweating my way up the climbs. North Week mountain was a kicker and I was starting to get tired; being a knee nursing couch potato all summer was catching up to me. Still, the knee felt good and I headed down to camp at Willard notch right at 5 pm, just as I predicted. There was a nice spring fed stream coming out of the saddle which I didn't bother to filter. It was getting dark by the time I was cooking dinner and I settled in for a long night with my thoughts, deciding to try drying my hiking clothes by wearing them in my sleeping bag. I could feel the moisture make its way from my shirt to my fleece to my down jacket and eventually to where it stayed in my sleeping bag. I was chilly as the temperatures dropped to 25 - a good sign since dry clothes would have extended the comfort range much further. Overnights like this are a good chance to test the edge of your systems.
My Six Moons Designs Wild Oasis tarp shed the few inches of snow well.
t was great hiking through the falling snow and staying dry. It also gave me a dry surface to toss gear onto when packing up.
That must have been one big moose!
Arriving at Bunnel Notch around 9:30 I had still not seen a soul all weekend and there were no tracks ahead of me on the way up to Cabot. I figured I was a half hour or an hour ahead of Anne and kept plodding up hill, hoping to take shelter in the Cabin just before Cabots summit to wait.
View on the way up Cabot.
I made the cabin about an hour later and settled in to wait, layering up and munching on snacks. I checked my phone and found a text from Anne "Do you still need a ride?". Odd, why would she think I didn't? A little while later a guy and his dog stopped in, working on their grid (each 48 4,000 footer in each month of the year). They left the same lot Anne was to leave from at 8:40 and hadn't seen anyone. That didn't sound good. I texted Anne, waited a while and then called. I ate lunch, heated some water while wondering if my ride had bailed. Rather than doing the whole loop to the Horn and the bulge I would head down Cabot towards the fisheries and hitch a ride back to my car. At one point I ran up to the summit and back, leaving my pack on the cabin porch in case she showed up while I was gone but no luck.
I made my way down and almost at the base of Cabot, there was Anne with two AMC hikers in tow who had still come despite the formal hike being cancelled. They had gotten a late start and her enormous daypack was filled with group gear that was meant to be shared among several leaders, so their progress was a little slow. The inch of slick snow was too thin for any traction devices and made everything slick, so they weren't interested in the Horn and the Bulge either. Rather than head all the way back up with them, I decided to wait for them at the bottom, which I did and got super cold. We headed out together, exchanged some stories and shared a meal and some hot coffee at the Tilton diner. All in all a great way to spend some crappy weather in the Whites.


Nuts mainly refer to fruits with a hard outer shell. The most representative nuts produced in China are dried shell lotus seeds, walnuts, almonds, ginkgo and pine nuts. In the process of deep processing, shelling is a key process.
Because the nut husk is mainly composed of cellulose and hemicellulose, the gap between the shell and the shell is small, the shell is hard, it is difficult to peel off, and the nut variety is complicated, the size difference is large, and the shape is irregular; the shelling can not destroy the quality of the nut, The physical shelling method has different degrees of damage to the quality of the nuts, so it is more difficult to break the shells of the nuts. Nut sheller.
(1) Shelling by impact method: The shelling method by impact method is that the material grain is suddenly blocked and impacted when moving at high speed, and the shell is broken to achieve shelling. The material is rotated by a high-speed rotary tray to cause a large centrifugal force to hit the wall. As long as the impact force is large enough, the grain shell will be deformed to form a crack.
When the grain leaves the wall, the shell and the kernel have different elastic deformations to produce different movement speeds. The seed kernel is less elastic and the movement speed is not as good as the outer shell, preventing the outer shell from moving outward quickly and causing it to crack. The crack is opened to achieve shelling of the kernel. The impact shelling method is suitable for the grain with small binding force between the shell and the shell, and the kernel shell is large and the shell is brittle.
(2) Shelling method: The grain of the material is strongly crushed between the fixed grinding piece and the moving grinding piece, so that the outer shell of the seed material is torn to achieve shelling. The grain enters the gap between the fixed grinding plate and the moving mill through the feeding port, and the centrifugal force of the rotating rotating piece causes the grain to move radially outward, which also causes the opposite direction of friction between the grain and the fixed grinding; meanwhile, on the grinding plate The teeth continuously cut the outer shell, and under the joint action of friction and shear force, the outer shell is cracked until it breaks, and is separated from the seed kernel to achieve the purpose of shelling.
(3) Shearing of the shearing method: The grain is subjected to the shearing force of the relative moving blade between the fixed knife holder and the rotating drum, and the outer shell is cut and broken to realize the separation of the outer shell and the seed kernel. The blade drum and the blade seat are the main working parts, and the blade is mounted on the blade drum and the blade seat. The blade seat is concave and has an adjustment mechanism, and the blade can be adjusted according to the size of the kernel nut. The gap between the seat and the drum of the blade. When the knife drum rotates, a shearing action is generated between the blade and the blade, causing the material casing to rupture and fall off.
(4) Extrusion method: The extrusion method is to take a pair of cylindrical rollers with the same diameter and the opposite rotation direction and the same speed to adjust to the appropriate gap, so that the grain is crushed by the roller when the grain passes through the gap.
Whether the grain can smoothly enter the gap between the two squeeze rolls during the process of breaking the shell depends on the squeeze roll and the contact with the grain. In order for the kernel to be crushed between the two squeeze rolls, the kernel must first be clamped and then rolled into the gap between the two rolls to be crushed. The size of the gap between the two squeeze rolls is an important factor affecting the rate of breakage and the rate of shelling.
(5) Shelling method: The shelling method is to remove the shell by using a relatively rotating rubber roller to peel off the grain. The two rubber rollers are horizontally placed and rotated at different rotational speeds respectively. There is a certain line speed difference between the roller faces. The rubber roller has a certain elasticity and the friction coefficient is large.
When the grain enters the working area of the rubber roller, it is in contact with the two roller surfaces. If the grain meets the condition of being caught by the roller at this time, that is, the meshing angle is smaller than the friction angle, it can smoothly enter between the two rollers. At this time, the grain is pulled by the frictional force in two different directions while being pulled into the roller; in addition, the grain is subjected to the normal pressing force of the two roll faces, when the grain reaches the center line of the roller. When the normal pressing force is maximum, the grain is pressed to produce elasticity-plastic deformation. At this time, the outer shell of the grain will also be broken under the action of extrusion, and the shelling process is completed under the action of the tearing force in the opposite direction.


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Queensland beats Victoria in battle for Army's $5 billion light armoured vehicle spend
By political reporter Dan Conifer
Posted Tue 13 Mar 2018 at 2:10pm Tuesday 13 Mar 2018 at 2:10pm Tue 13 Mar 2018 at 2:10pm , updated Wed 14 Mar 2018 at 9:39am Wednesday 14 Mar 2018 at 9:39am Wed 14 Mar 2018 at 9:39am
More than 200 Rheinmetall Boxer CRV's will be built in Queensland. (Department of Defence)
abc.net.au/news/ipswich-qld-wins-5-billion-army-purchase-light-armoured-vehicle/9545186
Queensland has won the race to build $5 billion worth of fighting vehicles as part of the largest purchase in the Australian Army's history.
Defence expects the vehicles to have a 30-year lifespan
The purchase is expected to create 1,450 jobs across Australia
They will be equipped for peacekeeping and high-threat operations
German contractor Rheinmetall is set to build the 211 light armoured vehicles at a new facility in Ipswich, west of Brisbane.
The Federal Government estimates the acquisition will create 330 jobs in Queensland, along with 170 roles in Victoria and 140 in New South Wales.
"Australian businesses will be big winners in Victoria and in Queensland, but also in other states," Defence Industry Minister Christopher Pyne said.
"And of course, most importantly, we're providing the capability the Defence Force needs to be a modern army meeting the challenges that we may face at some stage in the future."
"The Army will get a very lethal and protected vehicle to look after our soldiers."
Announcing the contract at the Enoggera Army Barracks in Brisbane this morning, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said it was the single-largest acquisition made for the Australian Army.
"As one of the troopers said to me just a moment ago, this is about lethality and survivability. This is about capability and protection," he said.
"This is about Australia's security. But it's not simply or solely about capability in a military sense.
"It is about ensuring that we have, for the first time, a fully integrated national sovereign defence industry."
Boxer wins in battle with BAE Systems
Mr Pyne said the Defence Department recommended Rheinmetall's Boxer CRV following a three-year tender and testing process.
Federal Cabinet also considered a bid from BAE Systems, which was set to build the light armoured vehicles in Victoria.
Defence Minister Marise Payne, who joined the Prime Minister and Defence Industry Minister to announce the deal, said the chosen armoured vehicles had been through rigorous testing.
"We've put them in the heat. We've put them in the cold. We put them in the wet. We put them in the dry. We shot at them, we tried to blow them up," she said.
"The outcome of that assessment is that this has the capability to provide the mobility, the lethality and the protection that will support the men and women of the ADF in doing the job that we ask them to do every day."
Buying and maintaining the vehicles is expected to cost $15.7 billion.
The deal is expected to create 1,450 jobs. (Department of Defence)
The Government said this was a record purchase for the Army, and would create 1,450 jobs across Australia.
"In years gone by, we would have bought the vehicles from overseas and imported them into the country," Mr Pyne said.
"Because of the Turnbull Government's policy, 54 per cent of the acquisition will be value to our economy here and 70 per cent of the whole project, out of $15.7 billion.
"So it means jobs supporting our steel industry here and growing the capabilities of the workforce here and the skills."
Defence expects the vehicles will have a 30-year life, and will be equipped for peacekeeping and high-threat operations.
The acquisition will also see upgrades to military facilities at Puckapunyal, Bandiana, Adelaide, Townsville, and Enoggera.
The decision comes after a three-year tender and testing process. (Department of Defence)
Despite an intense lobbying campaign for the vehicles to be built in Queensland, Mr Pyne said "politics played absolutely no part" in the decision.
"The Rheinmetall bid was assessed by Defence as being the successful tenderer," he said.
"These decisions are taken very seriously by the Government and of course by the Department of Defence."
Queensland's State Development Minister, Cameron Dick, said the acquisition was great news for the state.
"It is a new beginning for manufacturing in Queensland," he said.
"Rheinmetall designed the best vehicle and our Government helped bring it to Queensland.
"We've been working with Rheinmetall for three years to secure this contract and I'm delighted that we'll now be able to deliver over 600 jobs for Queenslanders over a decade.
"This contract will result in a $1 billion benefit directly to the Queensland economy and it's not just building this equipment, it's about building a manufacturing base for Queensland so we can win more contracts in the future, including more export-orientated contracts."
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Victoria, Queensland to battle for hundreds of military factory jobs
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Het skigebied Damüls-Mellau of Damüls-Mellau und Faschina ligt in de gemeenten Damüls en Mellau in het Bregenzerwald in Vorarlberg (Oostenrijk). Dankzij de samenvoeging van de twee skiregio's Damüls-Mellau en Faschina in 2010 is het een van de grootste skiregio's in Vorarlberg.

Het is het populairst voor zijn sneeuwveiligheid. In 2006 ontving Damüls de eretitel Sneeuwrijkste dorp van de wereld. In de meetperiode bedroeg de gemiddelde sneeuwhoogte per winterseizoen ongeveer 9,30 m.

Geografie
Het skigebied Damüls-Mellau strekt zich uit op een hoogte tussen 700 m (dorp Mellau) en 2050 m (bergstation Ragazer Blanken) in het achterste Bregenzerwald vlak bij het Biosfeerreservaat Großwalsertal. De dorpen in en rond het skigebied zijn Damüls (1.430 m) en Mellau (700 m). Vanaf Mellau leidt een afneembare 10-persoons gondelbaan naar het skigebied en de Roßstelle. Vanuit Damüls leiden skiliften direct naar het skigebied. Ongeveer 80% van de huizen in Damüls bevinden zich op pistes of max. 100 m weg van een piste. Dit maakt Damüls populair voor "ski-in ski-out".

Pistes
Het skigebied biedt 109 km aan pistes, waarvan 27,6 km blauwe pistes, 50,5 km rode pistes, 9,7 km zwarte pistes en 21,2 km freeride pistes.

De liftinfrastructuur verplaatst skiërs met behulp van 2 kabelbanen, 15 stoeltjesliften en 11 sleepliften.

Snowpark Damüls
Het snowpark bestaat uit meerdere snowparks, die met elkaar zijn verbonden (Mainpark, UGA-park, Kidspark, uga-all-MTN-line, Ragaz Pro Line). In het geheel hebben de snowparks een grootte van ongeveer 85.000 m² met ongeveer 2000 m aan freestyle pistes. Er zijn in totaal 40 freeride elementen, waaronder een halfpipe, waverides, sprongen, hoeken en boxen.

Cross-country skiën
Het skigebied biedt 2 langlaufloipes (11 km) op een hoogte tussen 1.500 and 1.700 m. De loipe Unterdamüls is ongeveer 6 km lang en varieert nauwelijks in hoogte. De zonnige langlaufloipe Stofel in Oberdamüls is ongeveer 5 km lang.

Rodelen
De rodelbaan heeft een lengte van 2,5 km en is verlicht om 's nachts (op woensdag en vrijdag) te rodelen.

Liftsysteem
Het skigebied Damüls-Mellau en Faschina is met 28 liften een van de grootste skigebieden in het Bregenzerwald.

Fotogalerij

Externe links
  Officiële website van het skigebied
  Informatie over pistes en activiteiten in het skigebied Damüls-Mellau

Vorarlberg
Plaats in Vorarlberg
Skigebied in Oostenrijk

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It's an open-ended experience, which means that you're free to make your world as big or as small as you like – and all of it will be yours to do with as you please! Not only that, but because it's available on Softonic, it's easier than ever to download and start playing. Here are the top 7 reasons why Minecraft Pocket Edition belongs on your Android device
What is Minecraft?
Minecraft is a video game that allows players to build and explore virtual worlds made of blocks. The game is popular with both children and adults, and can be played alone or with friends.
Minecraft offers endless possibilities for creativity and exploration, making it one of the most popular games in the world. You can download the Minecraft Pocket Edition from Softonic today. The app will let you explore randomly generated worlds and create cool things using cubes. Explore different biomes, mine for resources, craft tools and weapons, battle monsters, go on adventures and more!
This is a game that should not be missed if you're looking for something new to do on your phone. Download it today for free from Softonic – as usual all downloads are completely safe. What would you like to see next time? Let us know in the comments below.
What are the main features of this app?
Minecraft Pocket Edition is a survival game where players must gather resources, build shelters, and defend themselves against hostile mobs. The game has two main modes: Creative mode, where players have unlimited resources and can build whatever they want; and Survival mode, where players must gather resources and build shelters to survive against the environment and hostile mobs.
Minecraft Pocket Edition also features online multiplayer gameplay, so you can team up with friends or other players from around the world to explore, build, and survive together. With no in-app purchases and plenty of content to enjoy, this version of Minecraft is one of the best experiences available on mobile devices.
This app was originally released in 2011 as an early alpha version. Since then it has grown tremendously with more than 100 updates being released in order to provide better performance and user experience. Now, this game can be played both offline (in single player) or online (with other players).
It's been said that playing the game alone does not yield the same satisfaction as playing with others because it's hard to feel engaged when you're only doing things by yourself. However, if done right, some would argue that playing by yourself will make you more imaginative because there's less pressure to cooperate but still be social at the same time.
How does it differ from other mobile versions of the game?
Minecraft Pocket Edition is the mobile version of the popular construction game Minecraft. While the gameplay is similar to the desktop and console versions of the game, there are some key differences. First off, this version does not have multiplayer capabilities or any way to join online servers that other versions of the game offer. It also has less control over various items in-game (for example, you can't place water sources).
Despite these limitations, however, it still provides an enjoyable experience and many players find it's perfect for playing while they're on-the-go. For those who already enjoy Minecraft, it offers the same basic gameplay but with fewer features. If you've never played before but are looking for a free and easy introduction to what all the fuss is about, this might be just what you need!
How do I get started with playing Minecraft Pocket Edition?
If you're looking for a fun and creative game to play on your Android device, Minecraft Pocket Edition is definitely worth checking out. The best way to get started is to head over to Softonic and download the latest version of the game. It's free and safe to install, so what are you waiting for? Once it's installed, all you need to do is follow these steps:
Open up the app by tapping on its icon from your home screen
Tap Create New World in order to start playing with some kind of map in mind (or just explore)
Tap Play in order to enter that world as an avatar that can be customized using items found around the map
Once that avatar has been customized and a world has been created, tap Edit Mode so you can use whatever materials are around in order to create structures or landscapes -Play the game however you want and make sure to share your custom maps with friends who have also downloaded Minecraft Pocket Edition
What are some of the features of Minecraft Pocket Edition?
One of the most popular games of all time, Minecraft has finally made its way to Pocket Edition for Android devices. The game features all of the same blocks, items, creatures and mechanics as the original version, but with a few key differences. For one, the world is procedurally generated – meaning that no two game worlds are alike. Plus, Pocket Edition includes additional gameplay modes like Survival and Creative mode. Whether you're a seasoned Minecraft veteran or just starting out, there's something for everyone in Minecraft Pocket Edition.
What are the controls like in Minecraft Pocket Edition?
The controls in Minecraft Pocket Edition are pretty simple and easy to use. The left joystick is used to move your character around, while the right joystick is used to look around. The A button is used to jump, the B button is used to attack, and the C button is used to open your inventory.
There are also buttons for accessing your map, crafting menu, and options menu. The controls are straightforward and easy to learn, making Minecraft Pocket Edition a great game for both beginners and experienced gamers alike. For those who love the original version of Minecraft but want something more portable and easy to carry with them wherever they go, this is definitely an app worth checking out.
Can I play offline with Minecraft Pocket Edition?
Yes, you can play Minecraft Pocket Edition offline. To do so, you will need to make sure you have downloaded the most recent version of the game. You can do this by visiting the Softonic website and searching for Minecraft Pocket Edition. Once you have found the correct page, click on the Download button.
The installation process should take no more than a few minutes. If it does not, you may need to restart your mobile device or adjust some settings in the Settings menu. Once installation is complete, go back to the Home screen and open up Minecraft Pocket Edition from your list of apps.
Is there a multiplayer mode in Minecraft Pocket Edition?
Yes, there is a multiplayer mode in Minecraft Pocket Edition. You can connect with other players online and explore the world together. There are also servers that you can join where you can interact with other players. The game is also compatible with Minecraft Realms, which is a subscription-based service that lets you play online with up to 10 other people.
You will need an internet connection as well as an Xbox Live account or Microsoft account if you're playing on a PC. You can even take screenshots of your world and share them with friends or post them to social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. To learn more about the game and its features visit our page for Minecraft Pocket Edition (android).
How much does Minecraft Pocket Edition cost?
Minecraft Pocket Edition is available for download on Softonic for free. However, there are in-app purchases that range from $0.99 to $99.99. The cost of the game depends on how much you want to customize your experience. If you're looking for a simple and affordable game to play, Minecraft Pocket Edition is a great option. Plus, you can create your own world using Minecraft's unlimited supply of blocks and then explore it yourself or share it with friends!
Minecraft Pocket Edition is available for download on Softonic for $6.99. However, there is a free trial version available if you want to try the game before purchasing it. The trial version includes all of the same features as the full version, but you will only be able to play for a limited time. If you decide to purchase the full version, you will have access to all of the game's content, including new updates and features that are released. There are no in-app purchases or ads in this version of the game.
It is an offline-only game which means that you can't take it with you on the go. All progress from the trial version will carry over into the full version if purchased. One of the great things about Minecraft Pocket Edition is that the game uses very little battery power, so you don't need to worry about running out of juice when playing on your mobile device. To learn more about how much does Minecraft Pocket Edition cost and what exactly comes with a purchase, check out our blog post today!
Another cool thing about Minecraft Pocket Edition is that it works with select game controllers. If you're going to play using touchscreen controls (which work really well by the way) then I'd recommend getting a controller so that you can enjoy maximum comfort while gaming.
In fact, Microsoft recently partnered up with Mojang, the makers of Minecraft PE to produce special wireless Windows Phone controllers just for their game. Whether you're planning on using touchscreen controls or not, having a controller is definitely recommended because they work really well and they let players feel like they're using actual console gaming hardware while also benefiting from increased portability since controllers do not require any cables or wires to function.
How frequently are new updates released for Minecraft Pocket Edition?
Minecraft Pocket Edition is frequently updated with new features and content. The most recent update was released on February 2, 2021 and includes a new mob, sieges, and more. Updates are usually released every few months, so there's always something new to explore in the game. If you're looking for a creative and challenging game to play on your Android device, be sure to check out Minecraft Pocket Edition. It offers hours of gameplay as you mine blocks, craft items, and build structures to protect yourself from monsters.
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Minecraft Pocket Edition is a fun and creative game that allows you to explore an infinite world of possibilities. You can build houses, castles, or even entire cities. There are also many different types of mobs that you can encounter, ranging from friendly animals to hostile monsters. The game is constantly being updated with new features and content, so there's always something new to explore.
Plus, with the ability to play offline, you can enjoy the game even when you're not connected to the internet. With all these features and much more, it's no wonder why Minecraft Pocket Edition has quickly become one of the most popular games in the app store. If you're looking for a fun way to pass time while exploring a world without boundaries, then this game is perfect for you! Softonic minecraft pocket edition apk 2021
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To play Minecraft Pocket Edition on your Android device, you'll need a device with at least 1 GB of RAM and running Android 4.2 or higher. The game is also available for iOS devices, but the requirements are slightly different – you'll need an iPhone 5s or later, iPad mini 2 or later, iPad Air or later, or iPod touch 6th generation. As for the actual gameplay, you'll be exploring procedurally generated worlds made of blocks that you can mine and use to build things. Minecraft Pocket Edition will also allow players to explore caves and other structures.
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By David Franke, RichardCYoung.com | 9/8/20
Civil wars do not develop overnight. It takes years, even decades, for revolutionary movements to grow, sapping the morale of the established order and concealing their ultimate goals until they reach enough strength. Then the pent-up political bubble bursts. And when that happens, events move very, very fast. Many people cannot process the unpleasantness and rapidity of what's happening and go into massive denial. In our current situation that translates into: "Yes, many people are acting crazy, but they don't represent the vast majority of Americans."
We are at that final stage today. The bubble has burst and revolution in the form of civil war has come to America. You can deny it but that doesn't stop it from happening. Or, as the saying goes, you can run but you can't hide.
I see four main stages that have led to our present situation:
Stage 1: The revolutionary Left grows methodically and largely unnoticed over a period of decades
It concentrates on capturing two segments of the population that will prove invaluable at the end—the schools and the media. Rather than seeking to turn most of them into hard-core revolutionaries overnight, it appropriates righteous-sounding causes that can be captured with bumper-sticker slogans and phrases—"civil rights," "end racism," "democracy now," and such. And the targets—teachers, professors, and students, including those in our journalism schools—are indoctrinated in the message that there is "no enemy to the Left." The enemies of these righteous aspirations are always to the Right.
This process has been going on since the beginning of the twentieth century—a long time. It has met with no effective opposition from the vast majority of Americans, who are too busy with daily life to notice. Marriage, children, jobs, and all the diversions of daily life (sports, gadgets, community life, and yes—"politics" itself) keep them occupied. But over those many decades the education and media institutions are growing more and more leftist, and more and more alienated from traditional American values.
It's not that the "silent majority" is totally oblivious to what is going on. There are periodic political realignments (Nixon and his Sunbelt Strategy, the "Reagan revolution") but they are surface skirmishes, concentrating on the next election. There is no effective long-term strategy to counter the leftist capture of the education and media establishments. This leads to…
Stage 2: Growing partisanship and realignment
Most noticeable is the political partisanship. The two dominant parties create legal barriers that prevent competition from any new party. And without effective competition, conservatives migrate to the Republican Party and liberals to the Democratic Party. This is the realignment that has captured the headlines.
With the growing pervasiveness of the media in our lives, media alignment becomes important. With their capture of the journalism schools and other educational institutions, liberals get virtually all of the mainstream media—the TV networks and cable channels, and what's left of print newspapers and magazines. Conservatives get part of Fox News but are mostly relegated to Internet and social media sites. Those areas are basically a "No Man's Land" where Left and Right battle it out for influence.
Less noticed is the realignment in daily life and where we reside. At first it was conservatives moving to the suburbs, leaving liberals to dominate the cities. But then the suburbs became a battleground, and the big geographical division today consists of the East Coast and West Coast (the Left) against the Heartland (the Right). The Left has the population advantage, the Right is left with a few precarious institutional advantages such as the Electoral College.
The scene is set for the next stage…
Stage 3: Donald Trump's election leads to open, nontraditional political warfare by the Left
Nobody expected this to happen. Certainly not on the Left—their institutions, notably the media and the polls—assured them that Hillary Clinton would become the first female president of the United States. And not on the Right either—it was thoroughly demoralized since it absorbed the same media onslaught and the same polls, and in addition was perplexed by its strange candidate, who had no traditional political background and who said things that supposedly had made him unelectable.
But it did happen, thanks to fed-up voters in the Heartland and to the Electoral College. With that epochal upset, all political hell broke loose. The Democrats, now effectively captured by the Left, no longer accepted the traditional notion that elections decide who wins and who loses. Even before Trump took office, they refused to accept his political legitimacy and declared no-holds-barred warfare under the leadership of Nancy Pelosi. In collusion with the Deep State, which saw its dominance threatened by some of Trump's stated positions, the Democrats created the myth of "Russian collusion." That didn't fly with the facts or the public. Then they tried impeachment, but that stalled in the Senate and also didn't fly with the American public. They tried a gutter smear campaign against his appointment of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, and that worked against them.
Totally frustrated, they realized that the economy was Trump's strongest argument for reelection. And with the arrival of the coronavirus pandemic, they saw their opportunity to crash the American economy. But they are haunted by memories of how they were totally blindsided in 2016. They see this 2020 election as their last chance to drive Trump and his supporters out of political contention forever. So, anything goes, which brings us to…
Stage 4: Open revolution now leads America to a new civil war
The revolutionary Left is the Democrats' Frankenstein monster. They nurtured it and coddled it all along, for decades, out of ideological sympathy and perceived political advantages—all those harmless crazies brought constituencies and fervent energy to a soulless party now dominated by Wall Street billionaires, Silicon Valley billionaires, the Deep State and the Pentagon, and, at a less lofty altitude, self-enriching bureaucrats.
But now the monster has broken loose from his chains, bringing fire and destruction to Democrat-led cities from Portland to New York, from Minneapolis to Atlanta. And the Democrats are now the servant of the monster, not its master. They dare not defy it, lest the monster turn its wrath on its creator.
It is now clear that no matter who wins in November, the civil war will continue.
Thus we have Hillary Clinton instructing this year's Democratic presidential candidate: "Joe Biden should not concede under any circumstances"—even if he doesn't win on Election Day. The fight will "drag out, and eventually I do believe he will win if we don't give an inch" (by conceding the election).
And we have Nancy Pelosi declaring outright that President Trump and the Republicans are "enemies of the state." And you know what happens, or should happen, to enemies of the state.
We also have the word of Kamala Harris, who as Joe Biden's running mate has her own visions of being president within years, or perhaps months. In an interview with Stephen Colbert, she promises that the "protests" are "not going to stop." She explains that "this is a movement," and the riots "are not going to let up and they should not and we should not."
Hillary, Nancy, and Kamala are backed by the likes of Vicky Osterweil, promoting her new book In Defense of Looting. (You can't make up stuff like this. Check out the new book on Amazon.) Looting, she explains, is just a "method of direct redistribution of wealth, from the store owners and capitalists to the poor." Indeed, "It attacks the idea of property" and "the very basis of property in the U.S. is derived through whiteness and through Black oppression." NPR (funded by you dumb taxpayers) predictably gave her a very respectful hearing. So did the leftist Huffington Post.
The "educated" revolutionaries and the "educated" media. No enemy to the Left. See what I mean?
Finally, now, after months of growing rioting and violence, we actually have guillotines in the streets (mock guillotines, at least for the present). In homage to their bloody ancestors in the French Revolution, Portland rioters roll a mock guillotine with a stuffed bear (a Trumpy Bear?) into the street, as they burn American flags. And if you still don't get the message, in Washington—outside the White House—they parade a life-sized Trump doll with its head under a guillotine.
Do you still believe the revolution is a fantasy?
This article was originally published by Richardcyoung.com and is reposted here by the gracious permission of the author and Richard C. Young.
[All hope is not lost. There's the possibility their civil war may tear apart the Democratic Party. That's the subject of David Franke's next article, "The Civil War Inside the Democratic Party."]
David Franke
David Franke was one of the founders of the conservative movement in the late 1950s and early 1960s, starting his media career at Human Events and National Review (editorial assistant to William F. Buckley Jr.). His articles have appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Esquire, and many other publications. His books have included Safe Places, The Torture Doctor, Richard C. Young's Financial Armadillo Strategy (as co-author to Dick Young), and America's Right Turn (with Richard A. Viguerie). He was Senior Editor of Silver & Gold Report in the 1980s, and served as the writer/editor of John Naisbitt's Trend Letter in the 1990s. A native Texan, David now lives in Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley.


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8 Best Masticating (Cold Press) Juicers in 2021
Masticating juicers are often referred to as cold press juicers or slow juicers. This category of juicers includes some the best juicers available. We'll cover lots of important information for making a decision, including what cold pressed means and why you might choose a masticating juicer over a centrifugal juicer. It's helpful to note that there are two different types of masticating juicers: single auger and twin gear (considered a high-end juicer). We'll focus mainly on single gear cold press juicers, then take a look at our favorite twin gear juicers and who might consider purchasing one of those.
Best Stainless Steel Juicers: Ditch Plastic!
The topic of "plastic versus stainless steel juicers" is rarely discussed in the juicing world, but that's beginning to change. The direct benefit of a stainless steel juicer is its longevity: the materials are durable and dishwasher safe. However, there are many other reasons someone may choose to go plastic-free with a stainless steel machine. We'll cover all the reasons you might consider a plastic-free juicer below. The acids and enzymes present in juice wear at plastic pieces in juicing machines over time or with consistent use. This becomes a health concern as corroded plastic is more likely to hold bacteria and absorb flavors.
Juicing Celery? BEST Juicers Guide (With Medical Medium Favorite)
So you've decided to begin drinking celery juice every day? Congratulations! Personally, I've also been exploring this popular wellness hack from Medical Medium, Anthony William. If celery juice is as powerful a medicinal tonic as he claims (ideal for cleansing the liver and rebooting health), I too wanted to give the celery juice trend a try. After deciding to jump in, the obvious first question was: what juicer does Medical Medium recommend? I was very surprised to discover that he doesn't strongly recommend any one juicer. On the medical medium blog he says, "Omega Juicers are great depending on your budget, but any juicer will work."
The Benefits & Science of Drinking Celery Juice
When starting any new venture, it's important to know why you're doing it. That "why" has turned celery juice into a wellness mega trend. From creating clearer skin to fighting autoimmune disease, the benefits of drinking celery juice are just beginning to be explored. But it's important to know whether those benefits are claims from the source of this trend (Medical Medium Anthony William), from science, or from someone's first-hand experience. We'll look at all the benefits of celery juice within the context of those categories. Why drink celery juice? That's what we all want to know, right?
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Celery Juice has taken the Wellness community by storm thanks to Medical Medium, Anthony William. William says it's a "miraculous superfood," with healing properties he's witnessed first-hand. While science may not yet validate William's claims about the benefits of celery juice, it will acknowledge that there's plenty still to be discovered about food's effect on health. Much of the information on celery juice has been shared by Wellness experts who have tested out celery juice for anywhere from one week to three years, and rave about its benefits.
How to Make Celery Juice with a Blender (Recipe!)
So you're ready to jump on the celery train; welcome! If you've got a juicer, plug that baby in and juice a whole head of celery—wa-la! But what if you want to try this whole celery juice thing out before investing in a new appliance? Dust off the 'ol high-speed blender—we've got the perfect recipe. Whether you've got a Magic Bullet, Nutribullet, Ninja, or some reliable blender bought decades ago, you can make celery juice in a blender. To remove the fiber, you'll also need a fine-mesh nut milk bag. Otherwise, you'll have a celery smoothie and no one wants that.
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When juicing first became a mainstream idea, "the juicer to buy" was the centrifugal juicer. We all saw the infomercials and many of those same juicers can still be purchased. However, across the internet, new information quickly spread that centrifugal juicers produce too much heat and therefore kill all the nutrients we're trying to drink! But is that true? Do centrifugal juicers destroy nutrients or is that internet hype? I did a lot of research to find out, and what I learned is that we have a lot more testing to do. Juice from a centrifugal juicer contains about 15% less nutrients, which is a minimal amount overall. This information was the only unbiased, well-tested
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When you put produce through the juicer, all that beautiful pulp gets left behind. Lots of fiber and some nutrients are still left in the pulp; and if you juice regularly, the amount of pulp adds up quickly. Surely there must be a creative way to use these leftovers (other than making unappetizing crackers and pastries). I was tired of throwing my juice pulp in the trash, so I went searching for better ideas on what to do. First, let's cover the short list of what you can do with leftover juice pulp. Then, I'll go over the beneficial uses of each idea.
What Vegetables & Fruits Should Not Be Juiced?
When juicing, there are staple vegetables I return to again and again: carrots, cucumbers, leafy greens, apples, beets, and sweet potatoes. When it's time to add a bit more variety, I find myself reaching for anything I can find in the fridge. But that got me thinking, are there any fruits and vegetables that I shouldn't be juicing? Some produce can't be juiced simply because you won't be able to extract juice from it very well, such as berries and bananas. But I was most interested in potential negative side effects from juicing certain vegetables. We'll cover a list of both the vegetables that should not be juiced for health reasons and those that
Is Slow Juicing the Same as Cold Pressed?
When I started juicing, the first term I learned was "cold pressed." Quickly though, I began to see slow juicing pop up to describe specific types of juicers. But, I wondered, what is the difference between slow juicing and cold pressed juicing? A little research revealed the simple answer. However, through learning about slow juicing and cold pressed juicing, I also learned that the reason these two phrases are used so often is because they've become synonymous with high-quality juicing methods. Is slow juicing the same as cold pressed? Yes, it is! The terms slow juicing and cold pressed both...
The Complete Guide to Juicers for Gerson Therapy
Gerson Therapy is a program with proven success in healing various diseases, most famously cancer. The Gerson Therapy diet has saved or improved the lives of thousands of patients over the years by rebuilding the immune system with essential nutrients and assisting the liver in detoxification. A major part of the Gerson Diet are fresh raw juices, which are essential for getting the nutrition the body needs to heal. But what juicers are needed for Gerson Therapy? We'll cover each approved juicer in detail. In this mini guide, you'll find a brief overview of the Gerson therapy approach, plus comprehensive coverage of the best juicers.
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Juicing for health has made big headlines over the past few years. Wherever there's a new health craze, there's also the question of, is this actually healthy for me? When it comes to juicing for health, the answer to that question depends on how you juice and what fruits and vegetables you're using. Ultimately, as long as you aren't giving up food to live a juice-only life, juicing is the easiest way to ensure you're getting the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables, as well as the nutrients that they provide. To make sure you're able to receive the benefits of juicing, we put together this short guide on how to juice the healthy way, along with our top four favorite health benefits from juicing.


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Public, academic and hospital librarians from across the state and around the region have made it clear that they are eager to start a new chapter and step up as health partners in their communities. Many library staff are already helping address access issues such as health literacy, transportation, employment, accessibility and language or cultural barriers. See how this approach is gaining traction in Elizabeth.
Regional transportation provider EZ Ride convened community-based organizations, transportation providers, community health professionals, regional and urban planners and public health representatives to explore the opportunities for leveraging transportation services to advance community health, including strategies to address transit needs for seniors who are living independently or wish to age in place.
The Hunterdon County Partnership for Health has expanded its work to include partnering with Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce to implement a worksite wellness strategy that builds a Culture of Health for people who work in the county.
While New Jersey stakeholders have taken important steps to improve the health of their communities, there is more that can be done. We look forward to sharing what has worked well among our grantee communities and learning about the work others are doing. Community-driven strategies are vital to sustaining transformative change. NJHI recognizes and encourages this by providing technical assistance, coaching and network building in addition to funding, which builds healthier communities across the state. The Rankings show us where communities are doing well and highlight what is working in New Jersey.
Produced annually by RWJF and the University of Wisconsin's Population Health Institute, the County Health Rankings are a resource for every community. Instead of viewing the New Jersey rankings as a race to the top, find the opportunities beyond the numbers and partner with those already working to promote health, well-being and equity for all stakeholders in all 21 New Jersey counties. All counties can take action to improve, no matter where they rank. It is about progress toward better health.


Discussion in 'News and announcements' started by MrDienns, Nov 17, 2017.
Due to certain drawbacks during development, we came to the conclusion that the planned deadline of December 18th is not within realistic reach. Dyescape has been in development for a long time, and we do not want to launch our server if it turns out to be a disappointment. We would rather spend some more time trying to improve, add or change a few features here and there. We apologize for this.
The current new pre-alpha deadline is set to friday, February 16th.
Hey thats the same day my platform launches.
I saw this banner on someone's bukkit account, and thought it looked cool, so here I am. February 16th is really far away, and I was hoping to play. Do you think maybe you could open a pre-pre-pre server that players could join just to explore and stuff? I understand some would hate on it due to bugs, but I feel like having a simple player base on an unreleased server, would prove beneficial to the server, as they could point out bugs that you, as an owner/dev, wouldn't realize since you do not play(I think), and then the process of bug finding would be immensely sped up. Another advantage would be the players input on additions, and features that would be rather than just ideas for an unknown server, tailored for Dyescape in particular. Thanks for reading this and I hope you consider this.
I understand the suggestion but as of right now we're still setting up configuration, still coding plugins and even doing mapmaking and content. It's simply not ready for launch, nor a pre-pre alpha.
Actually this is the reason why Alpha phase exists.


MOSCOW — Oil prices fell below $78 a barrel today as downbeat economic data from Europe and a drop in U.S. crude supplies suggest a recovery in demand is likely to remain uneven.
Benchmark crude for August delivery was down 37 cents to $77.48 Wednesday morning in London in electronic trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. The contract gained 76 cents to settle at $77.85 on Tuesday.
The drop in oil prices mirrored losses in stocks. Britain's FTSE 100 was down 0.6 percent in London after the Dow Jones industrial average closed 1.4 percent lower overnight.
The euro remained around yesterday's values, near $1.2280 this morning.
Crude has hovered above $77 a barrel this week as traders ponder whether global oil demand is strong enough to justify extending a rally from $64 on May 25. U.S. oil supplies had fallen in recent weeks before last week's gain.
Analysts noted that the weak euro and grim economic statistics are making it difficult to sustain a four-week rally in oil prices.
"Most of the data released over the last two or three weeks has not been consistent with the idea of a gathering economic recovery," Cameron Hanover said in a note.
In the United States, crude inventories increased last week by 3.7 million barrels, the American Petroleum Institute said late yesterday. Analysts had expected a fall of 1.5 million barrels, according to a survey by Platts, the energy information arm of McGraw-Hill Cos.
Inventories of gasoline and distillates also rose, the API said.
The Energy Department's Energy Information Administration is scheduled to announce its supply report later today.
In other Nymex trading, heating oil fell 0.84 cent to $2.1045 a gallon, gasoline dropped 1 cent to $2.1230 a gallon and natural gas gained 0.1 cent to $4.766 per 1,000 cubic feet.
Brent crude was down 33 cents at $77.71 on the ICE futures exchange.


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Q: Install Git on FreeBSD without admin privileges Is it possible to install git on FreeBSD 8.0 without administrator privileges?
I do not have pkg (it only appeared on 9.1). Anyway, I can't use sudo so I can't even use portsnap... Or maybe it is possible? Did not found any information about that.
Edit
I try to install from source:
wget https://www.kernel.org/pub/software/scm/git/git-2.12.0.tar.xz
tar -zxvf git-2.12.0.tar.xz && cd git-2.12.0
./configure && make
...

Receive a bunch of error, among them:
"config.mak.uname", line 490: Missing dependency operator
"config.mak.uname", line 542: warning: duplicate script for target "(,)" ignored
"config.mak.uname", line 547: Need an operator
"config.mak.uname", line 152: warning: duplicate script for target "ifeq" ignored
Error expanding embedded variable.

make -v or --version does not work.
vi: g is'nt a vi command

A: FreeBSD's make is different from Linux one. You'd first need GNU make (gmake). It can be obtained from devel/gmake port or gmake package.
If you don't have administrative rights you can still use ports to compile from sources and pkg to install binaries.
ports
If you already have ports tree in /usr/ports, you can just copy /usr/ports/devel/gmake/ into your home dir and run make there. You'd probably need to override some variables to put everything in your home dir.
Otherwise you can checkout whole ports tree into your home dir and compile whatever you want.
pkg
You can use pkg fetch git command to download compiled git package and then unpack it into your custom prefix.

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The speed of technological change has adjusted the way in which we communicate on a daily basis. It has radically transformed our personal lives, the lives of our faithful, and the ministries of our parishes. The Church should view these new forms of communication as a positive addition to its ministry and as a way to enhance the lives of our communities.
One way to expand a parish's outreach is through the use of social networks. The current, dominant social network is Facebook, although there are others. Due to the unique ability to connect to an active audience of millions instantly, many parishes have set up Facebook profiles in order to create a presence in this new space, connect with their parishioners in another way, introduce themselves to future visitors, and advertise news and events. Although these technologies cannot replace face-to-face ministry, we hope to take advantage of their positive dimensions, and offer a balanced approach that benefits the Church and enhances the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Establishing a Facebook page has become essential for modern parish communications. With Facebook, and social media in general, a parish has the potential to interact with people in new and exciting ways, from creating an ongoing dialogue with current parishioners, to rekindling connections with those that may have fallen away from the Church, to even attracting new people to the Orthodox Church and Faith. As of December 2011, there were over 800 million registered members worldwide, and more than 425 million monthly active mobile users!
While there are many benefits to a parish Facebook page, a well-planned set of guidelines ensures its purpose and goals align with those of the Church, in a safe and appropriate manner for all its users. We have compiled some thoughts that may help your parish establish its purpose and identity on Facebook while maintaining that "all things be done for edification," as proclaimed by St. Paul (1 Cor. 14.26).
Determine the audience. Will access be restricted? Will there be specific group pages for your different ministry groups or just a single page for the entire community? Is Facebook being used to reach out to existing community members or will you try to attract new parishioners from outside the community?
Consider whether or not the page should be viewed by the public or as a closed group. Will this page to be accessible to newcomers or current parishioners only? This will determine what information is displayed. Note what user or organization information will be shared and how it will be shared. The page administrators can monitor who views your posts, status, photos and other information under the Facebook Privacy Settings.
Identify just how much information is to be shared. What information should be presented on this site? (pictures, videos, discussion boards, external links)? The content posted will be based on the audience. For example, consider whether or not the page will advertise certain meetings, events or prayer requests to the general public. You can approve all tags in photos, videos or notes before they are public.
Determine who can post on the page and what will be posted. Should only administrators be able to post or will this be an open forum to which all can contribute? If you want to archive parish events with albums, make sure you have the permission of those in the pictures you are posting. When minors are in the pictures, be sure to have a waiver from their parent or guardian before publishing the album. Administrators can approve tags to photos, videos, posts, statuses and notes before they are posted. Select this under your Privacy Settings. Be sure to identify a protocol for removing potentially inappropriate posts.
Think about who will review the site regularly. Administrators should review all tags in photos and videos, notes, discussions, videos, and language used on the site. Password information should be kept secure also. Make sure that more than one person has access to the page in order to maintain accountability. Establish a policy for handling potentially inappropriate content.
Maintaining a Facebook page is extremely important after its creation. An active presence on Facebook sends the message that the community is energetic and alive. Content should be posted and reviewed on a regular basis. If posting and commenting responsibility is split between multiple volunteers with various talents and interests (Orthodox social issues, theology, practices, music, etc.) maintaining a presence will be simple. Administrators or committee members should review membership requests, content, privacy settings and the overall health of the site on a regular basis.
Inappropriate content or members who abuse the page policy should be dealt with quickly, fairly, and according to the guidelines agreed upon by the committee. Any misuse of an official page of the church by either an administrator or a user, reflects directly against the Church and the parish, and must be taken seriously.
Post your group's policy in an easily accessible location at the parish and be sure to reference it when dealing with inappropriate behavior. If something arises that hasn't been outlined in the policy, ensure there is a quick and efficient way to contact the committee members, so that the behavior can be handled and the guidelines updated, if necessary.
Keep in mind that not everyone viewing your Facebook page will have the same understanding of appropriate and inappropriate behavior. Not all inappropriate behavior will be malicious, so deal with issues privately rather than publicly. Deleting a post, and then sending a private message is much more polite than commenting on it and bringing more attention to it.
All members of a parish page have a particular responsibility to maintain an appropriate perception on a social network. Youth workers and clergy will be recognized by young people, parents, and fellow staff members as representatives of the Church. For this reason, you should carefully consider the content and nature of any type of communication with a young person. See the following links for important additional information and explicit details on this matter.
In order to facilitate continued mentoring and dialogue online, it is recommended that an administrator create "official" social networking groups or fan pages. Carefully review these options when creating the page. This allows for healthy communication in an open forum, rather than private communication that can be misconstrued.
Remember that information posted online has the potential to be shared - everything from photographs, to discussions and comments, to videos. Be mindful of this fact and do not post anything that you would not want to be made public. We should never believe privacy settings are perfect or that posted items are permanently deleted.
It is clear that these new technologies are great gifts when used with wisdom and discernment. As long as we maintain certain parameters of privacy, keep in mind the limitations of electronic communication, and utilize Facebook to enhance existing aspects of our faithful community, we can "Proclaim the good news of His salvation from day to day" (Psalm 96.2) even on a social network.


Why Don't You Pick Up A Funny Cause&Effect Essay Topic?
The cause and effect essays are very popular topics to be chosen for writing a paper at university level. They are very interesting and it grasps the attention of not only the reader, but also fascinates and motivates the writer as well. The purpose of cause and effect essay is to explore all the reasons that how and why certain things or events happen. The writers under this category have the liberty to contrast and compare two distinct events in order to show a connection between them. The writers can also try their pen on writing about different flow of events which occurred between the happening of one major event.
The cause and effects of women's poor driving.
The reasons men always succeed in cheating their women.
Why most people choose not to have a mobile phone.
Why people always open up after booze.
Why serious reality shows result in comedy of errors in our lives.
Thus, there can be many such cause and effect essay topics which all of them can have a funny writing theme. But keeping a striking balance between a cause and effect essay is very desirable. Keeping a striking balance means that the chosen topic shouldn't be very general, neither too broad. Rather, it should have a good balance so you don't get short of ideas by not choosing a too specific topic. Further, the topic shouldn't also be not too general where your reader cannot relate it to his or her lives. The essay should ideally look real with connections in our lives and should generate enough ideas to support the chosen topic.


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Joryma är ett släkte av kräftdjur. Joryma ingår i familjen Cymothoidae.

Kladogram enligt Catalogue of Life:

Källor

Externa länkar

Gråsuggor och tånglöss
Joryma


text:
from __future__ import unicode_literals

from django.conf import settings
from django.db import migrations, models
import django.db.models.deletion
import oscar.models.fields.autoslugfield

class Migration(migrations.Migration):

    initial = True

    dependencies = [
        ('catalogue', '0013_auto_20170821_1548'),
        migrations.swappable_dependency(settings.AUTH_USER_MODEL),
        ('customer', '0005_auto_20181115_1953'),
    ]

    state_operations = [
        migrations.CreateModel(
            name='CommunicationEventType',
            fields=[
                ('id', models.AutoField(auto_created=True, primary_key=True, serialize=False, verbose_name='ID')),
                ('code', oscar.models.fields.autoslugfield.AutoSlugField(blank=True, editable=False, help_text='Code used for looking up this event programmatically', max_length=128, populate_from='name', separator='_', unique=True, validators=[django.core.validators.RegexValidator(message="Code can only contain the letters a-z, A-Z, digits, and underscores, and can't start with a digit.", regex='^[a-zA-Z_][0-9a-zA-Z_]*$')], verbose_name='Code')),
                ('name', models.CharField(max_length=255, verbose_name='Name')),
                ('category', models.CharField(choices=[('Order related', 'Order related'), ('User related', 'User related')], default='Order related', max_length=255, verbose_name='Category')),
                ('email_subject_template', models.CharField(blank=True, max_length=255, null=True, verbose_name='Email Subject Template')),
                ('email_body_template', models.TextField(blank=True, null=True, verbose_name='Email Body Template')),
                ('email_body_html_template', models.TextField(blank=True, help_text='HTML template', null=True, verbose_name='Email Body HTML Template')),
                ('sms_template', models.CharField(blank=True, help_text='SMS template', max_length=170, null=True, verbose_name='SMS Template')),
                ('date_created', models.DateTimeField(auto_now_add=True, verbose_name='Date Created')),
                ('date_updated', models.DateTimeField(auto_now=True, verbose_name='Date Updated')),
            ],
            options={
                'verbose_name': 'Communication event type',
                'verbose_name_plural': 'Communication event types',
                'db_table': 'customer_communicationeventtype',
                'abstract': False,
            },
        ),
        migrations.CreateModel(
            name='Email',
            fields=[
                ('id', models.AutoField(auto_created=True, primary_key=True, serialize=False, verbose_name='ID')),
                ('email', models.EmailField(blank=True, max_length=254, null=True, verbose_name='Email Address')),
                ('subject', models.TextField(max_length=255, verbose_name='Subject')),
                ('body_text', models.TextField(verbose_name='Body Text')),
                ('body_html', models.TextField(blank=True, verbose_name='Body HTML')),
                ('date_sent', models.DateTimeField(auto_now_add=True, verbose_name='Date Sent')),
                ('user', models.ForeignKey(null=True, on_delete=django.db.models.deletion.CASCADE, related_name='emails', to=settings.AUTH_USER_MODEL, verbose_name='User')),
            ],
            options={
                'verbose_name': 'Email',
                'verbose_name_plural': 'Emails',
                'db_table': 'customer_email',
                'abstract': False,
            },
        ),
        migrations.CreateModel(
            name='Notification',
            fields=[
                ('id', models.AutoField(auto_created=True, primary_key=True, serialize=False, verbose_name='ID')),
                ('subject', models.CharField(max_length=255)),
                ('body', models.TextField()),
                ('category', models.CharField(blank=True, max_length=255)),
                ('location', models.CharField(choices=[('Inbox', 'Inbox'), ('Archive', 'Archive')], default='Inbox', max_length=32)),
                ('date_sent', models.DateTimeField(auto_now_add=True)),
                ('date_read', models.DateTimeField(blank=True, null=True)),
                ('recipient', models.ForeignKey(on_delete=django.db.models.deletion.CASCADE, related_name='notifications', to=settings.AUTH_USER_MODEL)),
                ('sender', models.ForeignKey(null=True, on_delete=django.db.models.deletion.CASCADE, to=settings.AUTH_USER_MODEL)),
            ],
            options={
                'verbose_name': 'Notification',
                'verbose_name_plural': 'Notifications',
                'db_table': 'customer_notification',
                'ordering': ('-date_sent',),
                'abstract': False,
            },
        ),
    ]

    operations = [
        migrations.SeparateDatabaseAndState(
            state_operations=state_operations
        ),
    ]

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