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- Plautus: 'Asinaria – The One about the Asses' translated by John Henderson
- Terence: The Comedies translated by Peter Brown
- Terence: Comedies translated by Frederick Clayton
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- Hesitant Heroes: Private Inhibitions, Cultural Crisis by Theodore Ziolkowski
So Caucasian: ZZ Packer · 1 April 2004
- Drinking Coffee Elsewhere by ZZ Packer
Tongue breaks: Sappho · 8 January 2004
- If Not, Winter: Fragments of Sappho by Anne Carson
- The Sappho History by Margaret Reynolds
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Let's Heal the Sick Susquehanna
March 16, 2016
The following first appeared in the York Daily Record.
We learned a few things by asking Pennsylvanians to share their concerns for clean water.
It is encouraging that people feel it is everyone's responsibility to keep our rivers and streams clean. Roughly 19,000 miles of Commonwealth waterways have been designated as impaired, including polluted stretches of water in every county. Pollution threatens our health, degrades our way of life, and challenges the economy.
Many people say they place great value on the nature of Pennsylvania's rural and agricultural landscapes. Plentiful opportunities to get out and enjoy nature, to boat, camp, hike, hunt, and fish are extremely important.
Many feel deeply connected to the Susquehanna River.
Because of this shared appreciation for clean water and enjoying the natural world, concern runs deep for a Susquehanna that is sick and in need of restoration.
In 2005, Bassmaster Magazine listed the Susquehanna as one of the five best bass fishing rivers in America. But that same year, diseased and dying smallmouths were first discovered in the river.
Since then, smallmouth bass continue to bear sores and lesions. Researchers have been finding intersex fish–adult male bass with female eggs in their testes–since the early 2000s. A world-class smallmouth bass fishery is threatened.
Recent studies led by the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) found endocrine-disrupting compounds and herbicides, and pathogens and parasites, to be the two most likely causes of death and disease among smallmouths in the Lower Susquehanna. The results are further evidence that the river is ailing. Although studies continue, now is the time to begin to address it.
The DEP will soon release its draft Integrated Water Quality Report which will include its decision on whether to recommend to an impairment designation for the Susquehanna. A 45-day comment period will follow.
The mighty Susquehanna and its tributaries are a way of life and life-sustaining for too many Pennsylvanians for the river's illness to continue untreated.
An impairment declaration would begin the process of healing this amazing river.
The Susquehanna River Basin drains 27,510 square miles from New York state, and through the center of the commonwealth. Its network of more than 49,000 miles of waterways is enough to circle the earth twice.
About 6.1 million people get their drinking water from the Susquehanna River Basin. That's enough people to fill Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field (home of the NFL's Eagles) 88 times.
The Susquehanna winds 444 miles from Cooperstown, NY, to Havre de Grace, MD, and provides half of the freshwater to the Chesapeake Bay. It flows 20 miles per day on an average summer day, and at a rate of 18 million gallons per minute at Havre de Grace.
About 20,000 years ago, during the last Ice Age, the Susquehanna's valley floor extended southward to what is now the Chesapeake Bay. After the ice receded, the sea level rose, the Atlantic Ocean filled in the old valley and the Bay, and its tidal tributaries were born.
Just as Pennsylvania has a Clean Water Blueprint for restoring its 19,000 miles of impaired waterways, the Susquehanna deserves its own prescription for improved health. It is time to begin healing this amazing river.
—Harry Campbell, CBF Pennsylvania Executive Director
Stand with CBF and its partners in urging Governor Wolf and Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection to save this vital waterway by listing the Lower Susquehanna River as impaired.

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The Economics of Salmon Aquaculture
First published in 1990, The Economics of Salmon Aquaculture was the first book to systematically analyse the salmon aquaculture industry, from both a market and production perspective. Since publication of the first edition of this book, the salmon aquaculture industry has grown at a phenomenal rate, with salmon now being consumed in more than 100 countries worldwide. This second edition of a very popular and successful book brings the reader right up to date with all the major current issues pertaining to salmon aquaculture.
Commencing with an overview of the production process in aquaculture, the following chapters provide in-depth coverage of the sources of the world s supply of salmon, the growth in productivity, technological changes, environmental issues, markets, market structure and competitiveness, lessons that can be learnt from the culture of other species, optimal harvesting techniques, production planning, and investment in salmon farms.
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Agrostemma Githago... say what?
I first saw agrostemma at the Memphis Farmers Market about eight or nine years ago. I was a recent college graduate, and the full weight of my student loans had just come crashing down on my head. I definitely didn't have a lot of discretionary income. Budgetary concerns no longer mattered once I saw those agrostemmas. It was love at first sight. I bought the biggest bunch of those delicate, wispy stems as I could carry and made my way home with them, good intentions for vegetables be damned. I proudly displayed them on my kitchen table, and to my surprise and delight, those gorgeous blooms lasted for close to two weeks. I was hooked.
I tried a couple of different times to grow agrostemma over the years, but it never went well for me. I started my seeds in late winter or early spring, but both times it got too hot for the plant before I ever saw a blossom. Last year, I read Lisa Mason Zeigler's book Cool Flowers, and I started wondering if I could apply those same principles to my elusive agrostemma dreams.
I ordered both the Ocean Pearls and Purple Queen varieties from Johnny's back in the fall and started the seeds indoors under grow lights in October. We had a warm fall here in Memphis, so I planted them outdoors about six weeks later.
This bed of agrostemma has grown all winter long under row covers. The darker days and cool weather helps to elongate the stems. I've had to pull a couple of the plants due to stem rot, but once I took the row covers off and allowed for more airflow, the problem cleared up.
These stems are over two feet tall now, and they've even started to send up little buds. In FEBRUARY. Have I mentioned that it's been ridiculously mild? I'm keeping my fingers crossed that we don't get another killing freeze before I get to enjoy these blossoms. I've waited a long time to have these grace my kitchen table again.


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Tomato Quinoa Risotto
If you know me, you know that I am fascinated by two countries, one of them being Italy. I don't know if it is because as I teenager I became enamored with how Mario Batali described food as the epitome of culture in country that was broken up until the 19th century. Maybe I was charmed by the mystique of a place that seemed so large, diverse, and beautiful at the same time to a young islander like me during that first visit as a 12 year old person. At some point, this curiosity towards a far away country became a dream. One day I will live in this country, I will embrace its culture, speak their language, and share the air.
In high school I took two years of Italian, with the idea that if I got into college in the States I might get the opportunity to travel the Country for six consecutive months. When I actually got into the much-coveted Architecture program everything fell into place. At this point in my life I was dreaming in Italian.
My time in Rome would require another blog post, since it has been one of the most intensely beautiful moments of my life. Its been six ears this I lived in Rom, and having jut come back from a third trip to Italy, I can reassure you I am still in love with Italy. My Italian might be a bit rough around the edges, and I might not be able to devour bread as I used to, but I cannot seize to be inspired by this place.
The nine day long trip I just came back from was different from the other two in that it involved plenty mountain road drivin along the northern parts of the country I had not ye visited. We went all the way from the Alps, to Lake Como, to a little town called Fivizzano, Florence, and Milan: all very different, all sublime and breath taking. We travelled by boat, and by car, and enjoyed each unique landscape for what it had to offer. We ate well, even though I drank most of my calories (what can I say I love wine). I ate at least twenty variations of instalata mista (mixed salad), and several minestrone soups. I indulged once on dark chocolate and hazelnut gelato (Vivioli makes the best!), and got seduced into trying the most delicious risotto I have ever eaten in my life.
We were having lunch at a restaurant within an old vineyard in the depths of Tuscany. I was not expecting a pre fix dinner and immediately started sweating profusely. I was nervous. I did not want anybody to feel either insulted, or obligated to accommodate for me or my specific diet, specially when both cultural and language barriers where in the way. The server was nice enough to understand that I eat like a pigeon. They brought out yet another version of a mixed salad, just for me and, followed by a tomato risotto.
A delicate tomato broth covered each and every grain of Arborio, with an acidic earthy aroma of vine ripened and slowly cooked tomatoes. Chunks of Parmesan surprised every other bite. A delicious combination of earthy, fruity flavors that paired beautifully with a robust Barolo.
As soon as I got home I started flirting with the idea of making a slightly healthier variation of such decadence. The idea of quinoa risotto popped into my head, and after much research, I learned that you can't cook quinoa the same way you cook Arborio. Instead I went for the soup technique. By making a slightly wetter quinoa you can achieve a similar consistency to risotto, without the guilt. The result: a crowd pleasing earthy concoction. The combination of spring onions, cooked and raw tomatoes, Parmesan cheese and quinoa is sublime. Each mouthful is satisfying and a celebration of summers best products. The best part of this recipe is that it is easier to make than risotto, and taste even better the next day. This one is for the books!
Tomato Quinoa Risotto
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4-5 spring onions ( or half a large yellow onion)
- 3 cloves of garlic
- ¼ tbsp. cumin powder
- ½ cup quinoa
- 3 cups vegetable broth or water
- 2 cups canned tomatoes
- 2 tomatoes
- 1 cup white beans (optional)
- 2-3 inch rind of Parmegiano Reggiano
- ½ cup arugula
Place a large pot over high heat. Pour olive oil and place quartered spring onions into the pot. Add a generous pinch of salt and cumin powder. Cook over medium heat until onions become translucent. Add garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes. Stir in quinoa and toast for 2 minutes. Add broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
Add the canned tomatoes, white beans, and if you have save the rind of Parmeggiano Reggiano, add that too. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes. When ready to serve, add arugula and fresh tomatoes. Pour about ¾ of a cup into each serving plate drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with ground black pepper, and shaved Parmegiano Reggiano. Devour!


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Written by Ana Kate Barker
Bicycle-chic was all the rage in Paris according to the cigarette-scented magazine in Sue's Hairdos. The only issue of Vogue was warped from years of being dowsed in water and hairspray then re-dried with a hair dryer time and time again. The magazine belonged to Sue, but the salon belonged to her mother, Mrs. Sue Jones. Naming children after their parents seemed the proper thing to do in such a simple town, not to preserve family heritage, but because no one living in the boondocks had an ounce of originality in Sue's opinion.
"Sue's Hairdos has a nice ring to it and it rhymes to boot," said Mrs. Jones when she first slapped the pink letter stickers onto the window. Sue blushed at her mother's simple-mindedness, but smiled amicably. Sue had just graduated college, a small community one, but her mother had paid for the education with funds from the salon and few others in these parts ever finished high school, so Sue never complained. She also never mentioned that she didn't plan to work at the salon forever, but her mother noticed her taste for finer things and delusions of grandeur.
Mrs. Jones reported that a retired socialite settled in town and opened the first high-end boutique, so Sue snatched up her precious Vogue from the table next to the dryer chair and headed to her mother's 80s time capsule of a closet. She was thankful that fashion trends resurface after finding the perfect neck scarf to mimic the cover model. She tied it around her neck in a stylish knot.
Sue didn't own a bicycle to complete the look, but Joe next door did. The two hadn't spoken since Joe's heartfelt words the day before Sue started college, so she touched up her lipstick and tousled her curls and strutted to his front door.
As Sue approached, Joe lifted a brow and turned off his push-mower. "Hey, Yuppie, I reckon you don't come to chat."
"Not today. I've come to ask a favor." Sue spit the words out quickly because they tasted acrid as soon as they reached her tongue.
Joe looked impatient as he crossed his arms and leaned on his mower waiting for her to continue. "Can I borrow a bicycle?" she asked.
"What for?"
"I thought it would be a nice day for a bike ride."
"It's ninety-five degrees and you're wearing a scarf."
"It's just an accessory, Joe." He only dressed up for church and prom, so in Sue's mind, he couldn't possibly understand any other reason for dressing nice. Joe spoke plainly, and Sue thought he sounded like a sermonizing puritan. "Can't take any of those fineries our graves. It's all vanity," Joe the preacher once said.
"Never mind, it makes no difference to me," he said this time and walked to the garage. Joe wheeled out the same bike that Sue always rode when they were younger because he told her it looked pretty with her blue eyes. She blushed and assumed he'd picked that one on purpose.
Sue rode off feeling rather Parisian and ready to enter the social scene. The sun was hotter and the trek steeper than she imagined, and no breeze came to keep her from looking like a soggy paper doll. She arrived at the shop heaving like wounded soldier with a soaked bandage tied around her neck.
Sue stepped in to what looked like a jeweled mine. Gilded mirrors lined the dark walls and refreshments of lemonade and sumptuous fruits were placed among tables of antiques and jewelry. Sue reminded herself that she had only come admire, not to purchase anything.
The owner, a slender woman with a leathery tan and pink puckered lips, welcomed Sue to the shop. "I'm Marguerite." The woman extended her hand.
"Susannah," Sue replied.
Sue guessed the woman was only in her forties, but days spent smoking in the sunshine made her look decades older. A gaudy locket hung from her neck. "That's a beautiful necklace," Sue said hoping to build rapport.
"Thank you, Susannah. I bought it on my last European tour." Marguerite unlatched the locket that was clearly visible from her neck and handed the massive chunk of gold to Sue for closer inspection. Sue ran her finger over the outer etchings and opened the locket to find it empty before returning it.
"Make yourself at home and let me know if you need any assistance." Marguerite walked to the next customer.
Sue was determined not to spend a dime, but sighed in resignation when she spotted a single painting high in the corner of a back wall, out of reach. Sue craned her neck to gaze at the alluring flower still-life.
"Beautiful painting isn't it." Marguerite approached from behind.
"Oh, yes," Sue agreed.
"It's Dutch, from the Baroque period. Have you ever studied Davidsz de Heem?"
Sue blushed. "I'm not familiar with his work," she said trying her best to sound intelligent.
"Ah. Well this replica is not for sale, but since you love it so much I would be willing to give you a deal."
"How much?" Sue asked.
"How about seventy-five? It's really quite a steal. No one else here would own anything like it."
If I've learned on thing from this uncultured town, it's frugality, Sue thought. She hesitated and strained her eyes upward to get a better look.
"Well, seeing how much you appreciate the piece, I'll give it to you for fifty and throw in the frame. What do you say?"
"I'll take it. Thank you."
"Excellent!" Now where did Bill put that ladder?" Marguerite carelessly scanned the room. "I guess you'll have to wait until my assistant Bill comes back because I can't get it down by myself. Why don't you return in about an hour and I'll have it ready for you."
Sue rode her bike up the street to a small burger joint, ordered an iced tea, and readjusted her scarf. She sat outside on a shaded bench because she was not interested in smelling like a French fry, despite her Paris-chic look. As Sue sipped her tea, she envisioned the painting and then her tiny house and scrunched her nose. Her wood paneled walls were not fit for such décor. Perhaps, Sue thought, she would keep it safely wrapped until she moved out, but changed her mind when she imagined the impression it would leave on any small-town folk or college pals who came to visit.
When she returned to the shop, Marguerite handed Sue her purchase wrapped in brown paper and tied with a blue ribbon. "Pleasure doing business with you. Come back and see us," Marguerite smiled.
Sue had a time trying to brace the frame under one arm and steer the bike with the other. "Rough ride?" Joe asked when she pedaled up to his porch in the setting sun.
Sue chose not to answer and smoothed her sweaty hair back into place.
"What have you got?" Joe motioned toward Sue's precious cargo.
Sue sat on the steps of the porch and untied the ribbon. "It's a replica of a famous Dutch painting."
Joe whistled. "Snazzy. Let's see it then."
Sue released a sad "oh" as soon as she tore away the paper. "It's not a painting at all," she said as she stroked the smooth surface with the tips of her fingers."
"What do you mean?" asked Joe.
"It's a worthless print."
Joe took the painting from Sue's hands and held it up to eye-level. "Hey, there's a cross and a skull in the corner. Bet you didn't notice those either."
Sue looked at the painting again and was no longer overwhelmed by the beauty of the flowers, but by how morbid it appeared. She looked up at Joe with teary eyes. "What do I do now?"
"Just hang it up high," he teased. "It will look grand."


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'True Blood' Casting Shakeup, As Actor Luke Grimes Reportedly Walks Due To 'Creative Differences', Highlight Hollywood News
True Blood's upcoming seventh and final season is already starting off bumpy. Actor Luke Grimes, who played Jessica's vampire boyfriend James in season 6, will not be returning for the final season, though his character will.
According to TVLIne, Grimes has left the show over differences in the "creative direction of the character," and as a result HBO is now recasting the role for the final season.
It seems that Grimes' initial interest in the role was to work with Deborah Ann Wooll with whom he costars in the upcoming film Forever, but the initial scripts for True Blood season 7 had a completely different direction for James. However, don't feel too badly for Grimes as he has already been cast in the upcoming Fifty Shades of Grey film as Christian Grey's brother Elliot.
Whatever the new direction is, James the vampire will return for True Blood's final season, only he'll be played by a different actor. However, this is nothing new for HBO or even True Blood.
True Blood returns in June 2014. Stay tuned!
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CHANDIGARH: Two teams of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) from Delhi on Wednesday conducted raids at the offices of the Pearls Group in Chandigarh and Mohali in connection with a money laundering ponzi scheme. Simultaneous raids were also conducted at the Pearls Group offices in Delhi, Mumbai, and Jaipur. ED officials said at least ten premises of the firm and its directors and associates in Delhi, Mumbai, Mohali, Chandigarh, and Jaipur were searched under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
CBI is already probing criminal conspiracy and cheating charges against Bhangoo, his two companies - Pearls Agrotech Corporation Limited (PACL), and Pearls Golden Forest Limited (PGFL) - and their director Sukhdev Singh, since February last year. An ED official said searches were carried out on associate firms and company officials, and documents and computer hardware suspected to be containing vital information were seized.
The group is being probed by multiple agencies. Earlier, capital markets regulator SEBI had found that it had collected money from five crore investors through unauthorized collective investment schemes, also called ponzi schemes, in the name of real estate projects. Bhangoo is alleged to have infrastructure projects in Punjab and other cities, other than owning a TV news channel earlier. The company had allegedly cheated investors by offering them agricultural land-related schemes.


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Last Updated: November 6th, 2019
He's a fascinating guy, this Eckhart Tolle. At the age of 29, having spent most of his adult life plagued by depression, he awoke one night, his feelings of sadness "almost unbearable." For many sufferers of depression, a night such as that turns out to be their last night.
Alone and utterly desperate, Eckhart experienced an "inner transformation." Feeling that he could no longer live with himself, he asked, "What is the self?"
He had no answer. Simply by asking himself that question, his "mind-made self, with its heaviness, its problems, that lives between the unsatisfying past and the fearful future, collapsed. It dissolved."
He woke the next morning and everything felt peaceful: "The peace was there because there was no self. Just a sense of presence or 'beingness,' just observing and watching."
Not many of us experience an epiphany such as this. We simply struggle on, as if carrying a huge burden that we can't shake, and if we could, we wouldn't dare leave it behind.
I, too, suffered from depression. However, I was only diagnosed once I'd entered a drug and alcohol rehab centre, having been left there by my loving yet exasperated parents. They'd made sure it would leave what they hoped was enough distance between the world as I knew it and me. It was one state over from the family home.
My own epiphany
In rehab, after being detoxed of all the alcohol and methamphetamine that had so diluted my soul, I began a six-month epiphany of sorts of my own, one that came not in a single panic-stricken and lonely night, but steadily grew as my mind and body were slowly freed from the grip addiction had over me.
In rehab, they had a library. There were no library cards—everyone knew everyone else, staff and patients alike. From there, I borrowed and read (and then read again) Eckhart's first book, The Power Of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment, which had been personally endorsed by Oprah Winfrey. For me, the book was a revelation, and a copy of it sits in my personal library today.
As I live my life as a practitioner of mindfulness, it continues to provide me with a sense of being that pays no mind to the addicted days of my past.
I'm more than nine years down the road of my recovery from addiction and have never faltered, not once. I've spent every single day clean, sober and constantly healing. Thanks to Eckhart, each of those days has also been a mindful one, as tomorrow will be, too.
Mindfulness is described as "the psychological process of bringing one's attention to the internal experiences occurring in the present moment." These aren't Eckhart's words, however, but a dictionary's.
Below, I'll tell you the story of how mindful meditation became the key to my addiction recovery; how it complemented the treatment I received in rehab; and how, as I live my life as a practitioner of mindfulness, it continues to provide me with a sense of being that pays no mind to the addicted days of my past.
It helped me deal with anxiety
Addiction will give you anxiety, whether you had it before your substance abuse or not. Fact. My physical therapist in the drug rehab centre kept telling me to calm down whenever I was exercising. It was she who advised that I learn about mindful meditation in one of the classes the centre offered.
"It's not immediate, so don't go getting frustrated like you do," she said. "Just let it come, and it will." How right she was!
Before long, I could feel myself relaxing and calming down. It wasn't long before I honestly started to feel less anxious about things. In time, even huge, previously incomprehensible things, such as my future and my life beyond rehab, appeared to me in a completely different light.
To this day, by using mindful meditation as part of my daily schedule, I deal with anxiety in a totally natural way, unlike before. In fact, I just don't get as anxious in the first place. That's half the battle.
It brought back my focus and concentration
If you know anything about the effects of addiction, you'll be aware that your concentration level and your ability to focus are virtually destroyed, and it takes work to get them back. So I worked, and I worked at my mindfulness, and I've never skipped my meditation practice. Having my concentration and focus back in my everyday life is a blessing.
Today, I'm a successful digital marketing entrepreneur with talented employees and an impressive client list. I simply wouldn't have been capable of such a thing if my mental capacities hadn't been so enriched by mindful living.
It restored my cognitive abilities
My cognitive abilities are pretty much back to where they were pre-addiction. My thought processes are clear and concise; I can focus on and then retain new information like a college student.
Problems come along (mindfulness doesn't make you immune to them), as they do for us all, but I can now rationalize, think and then make decisions as to the best way to deal with them. I'm far better equipped, now, to see them for what they are. My past self would reach for the nearest bottle, guaranteed.
It's enabled me to live depression-free
For the last five years, as my sense of mindfulness and my sobriety have gotten stronger, I've had no recurrences of the depression I used to suffer from. Yes, I do get down occasionally, but that's just a general mood—nothing close to the black despair I used to endure. And endure badly.
In rehab, alongside the cognitive therapy all recovering addicts are given, a group of us were also given mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT). Research has shown that MBCT can be just as effective, when it comes to preventing a depressive relapse, as prescription medication. What can I say? It's worked for me.
A simple yet valuable key
So there you have it: my reasoning and my experience of how mindful meditation can be the key to recovery from addiction.
I sincerely believe it has been mine. My calmness, my concentration and focus, my pure thought and my freedom from the nightmare of depression (the evil twin of my other evil twin, addiction)—these are all benefits that mindful meditation has brought into my life, and they've all kept me firmly on the road to addiction recovery.
Are you considering mindful meditation as a practice to add to your life? Would you like to see if it could help you resolve certain issues? As always, please share your thoughts in the Comments below. Be good to yourself!
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There is practically nothing worse than that sinking feeling you get when you comprehend you made the wrong decision, realizing now that you are stuck with it. I know there are folks out there that have felt this way after purchasing laminate flooring. Due to laminate flooring becoming a printed strip of vinyl over a composite board numerous textures and designs of flooring can be replicated. This is a misconception with a number of men and women, but due to advancement in technology, low to high level of vinyl flooring is available which is significantly costly than laminate flooring. Be ready and you will be capable to attain a wonderful hunting finish in any area of the property, whichever flooring material you select. Brightening up your home and enhancing it with laminate flooring is quite akin to placing wood flooring.
From borders to inlay medallions to herringbone, parquet, and other patterned styles, custom hardwood floor installation creates striking 1-of-a-type floors. Simply because of the myriad of choices available to them, buyers typically turn out to be confused when trying to choose the right laminate floor for their needs. As opposed to hardwood floors, laminates are really hardy and will stand up effectively more than the years.
Positive, value is the name of the game in this massively well-known category, but these laminate lines are also packed with countless durability characteristics. If you make a decision to install laminated flooring in your house, you can rest assured that you will not spend any much more time trying to defend your floors from harm, particularly if you have children. This flooring item comes with a restricted residential pro rata warranty for the period indicated on the packaging. With 1,000 shops in our purchasing group, we can get the lowest prices from the greatest flooring producers — and pass the savings on to you.
Improper installation can result in peaking, in which adjacent boards kind a V shape projecting from the floor, or gaps, in which two adjacent boards are separated from every other. This assists in comparing all the laminate flooring offered in the showroom and select the flooring according to your decision and spending budget. There are many reasons for retailers to sell laminate flooring at inexpensive prices.
Installation formats also differ, like click lock, glue down, and floating, just to name a couple of. Be confident that if water or other liquid is spilled, it is cleaned up speedily, but other than that, laminate flooring is comparatively be concerned free. Firstly, the flooring is tough and can be cleaned quick and efficiently, secondly best laminate floors do not require any upkeep.


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5 Reasons Capitalism is the Greatest Economic System
Capitalism, depending on the political ideology of the person you ask, is either the greatest evil known to man, anRead more
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PESHAWAR, Pakistan — Nearly 40 trucks carrying fuel to U.S.-led forces in Afghanistan were destroyed in two bomb attacks on the Pakistani border, officials said Monday.
About 100 people were wounded, said Muhammad Iqbal Khan, a local government official.
The explosions late Sunday were caused by two bombs planted in the parking lot of a customs station on the Pakistani side of the Torkham crossing, Khan said.
A day later, police detained nine people for questioning — three parking lot attendants and six border guards who were on duty at the time, he said.
Pakistani news channels showed footage of the blackened lot more than 100 meters (yards) wide, with investigators gingerly stepping over wreckage. A day after the explosions, fuel was still dripping from the charred tankers.
Coalition officials in Afghanistan were not immediately available to comment.
Fuel tankers headed for U.S. and NATO bases in Afghanistan have been repeatedly targeted by militants close to the Pakistani border.
Copyright 2008 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.


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Below is a notice from the ISRA, discussing their 7th Annual Range Open House, which is on June 27, 2009. All law abiding citizens are invited, including those who do not own a firearm and wish to shoot for the first time under the supervision of qualified instructors:
Everyone is welcome at the 7th Annual ISRA Range Open House!
Just west of Kankakee on Saturday, June 27st – 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM
FREE PARKING! FREE ADMISSION! RAIN or SHINE!
All law-abiding citizens are invited, even those who do not own a firearm nor have ever fired one before.
Factory representatives from major manufacturers will be on hand to answer your questions about your favorite firearms. Under the supervision of qualified instructors, you will have the opportunity to test the firearms of your choice and try your hand at archery, too. A small fee for ammunition will be required.
A BB gun and an air rifle range will be set up for our younger guests – a great opportunity to get the whole family involved.
Food and soft drink vendors will be on site to make sure you don't go hungry or thirsty. We will also have information available on a wide variety of ISRA and NRA programs.
Back by Popular Demand: Military encampments will be on display and there will be re-enactors representing WWII, Vietnam and the French and Indian War. A variety of military vehicles and an MP guard booth will be on exhibit as well.
For additional information, you can download or print this flyer. For directions to the range, click here. If you have questions, call the ISRA office at 815-635-3198.
Opportunities for Volunteers are still available!
Open to all ISRA Members!
Help introduce someone to the shooting sports, or help with setup/teardown, sales, registration or more. There's a variety of opportunities still open for volunteers, especially instructors. Work Day Credits apply for ISRA Range Members who volunteer for this event.
Please download this form or call the ISRA office at 815-635-3198 for more info.
The fine print: Persons prohibited from possessing firearms will not be admitted. Persons under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult, but are otherwise certainly welcome. Eye and ear protection will be provided and is mandatory at all shooting areas. No personal firearms or ammunition will be allowed at the range during the ISRA Open House
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Home Care
A green home means a home free of chemicals and other materials that are harsh on our Earth.
Personal Care
Natural beauty products are important for you and the Earth.
In The Garden
Gardening is an ideal activity for your health, your budget, and your environment.
In The Kitchen
If you think Kangen Water® is just for optimal hydration, you have miles of discovery ahead of you!
For Your Pets
The Brits love to pamper their pets and keep them happy and well-adjusted.


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The morning classes are based on concrete exercises of oral comprehension and expression in order to prepare you, among other things, for the afternoon meetings. This way, grammar and vocabulary are learned in context.
The afternoon classes enable you to practice French with all sorts of French people: an artist who will show you his studio, a social worker who will talk to you about underprivileged neighborhoods, an architect who will help you discover the new neighborhoods of Montpellier, a chef with whom you will cook, a Nigerien student who will talk to you about the relationships between France and Africa... These times of "real-life" exchanges will then be re-worked the next day in class, from the point of view of vocabulary and grammar.
In this class, not only will you speak French in real-life situations, but in addition you will have the unique occasion to discover French society from the inside.
Intermediate level: June 10-14; July 8-12; July 22-26; August 26-30 and from October 2019 any week between September 30 to December 13.
Advanced level: June 17-21 ; July 8-12 ; July 22-26 and from October 2019 any week between September 30 to December 13.
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Following a healthy diet is one of the things that you can do in order to keep your teeth healthy. There are a number of foods that have been shown to improve dental health. Below is a list of some of the foods that the American Dental Association recommends that you consume:
Fruits And Vegetables
Fruits and vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet. They are high in fiber and water, which can help keep your teeth clean. You also stimulate saliva production by chewing fruits and vegetables.
Water with fluoride can help keep teeth healthy. Fluoride helps strengthen the enamel. It is estimated that 75 percent of people in the United States has access to fluoridated water. Therefore, you can strengthen your teeth by drinking water from your faucet.
Nuts can protect and strengthen your teeth. Chewing them can also help stimulate saliva production.
Meat, poultry, eggs, fish and other phosphorous-rich foods can strengthen your teeth. They can help strengthen and rebuild your enamel.
Milk, cheese, yogurt and other dairy products have calcium. They are also high in protein and low in sugar.
Eating healthy not only helps improve your overall health, but it can also ward off gum disease and tooth decay.


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Quality Feeds and Pet Supplies
Give your pets the right nutrition they deserve. For high-quality feeds and other animal health supplies, turn to Montrose Feed & Supply in Montrose, PA. We also have a wide assortment of bedding, farm and garden, and small pet supplies your pets will surely love. We have been making pet lovers happy since we opened our business in 2005.
Take Care of Your Pets
Like humans, your pets have certain needs, too. As a pet owner, it is your responsibility to make sure these animals are getting their needs. Otherwise, their health and well-being may be compromised. If you do not know where to get supplies, check out our store. If you can't find the items you are looking for, tell us. We are more than glad to order them elsewhere for you.
Be a Wise Pet Owner
Taking care of a pet can be challenging, especially if you are a first-time pet owner. You have to learn more about your pet and have ample knowledge on where to get the things it needs. Our goal as a premier animal supply shop is to help fellow pet owners get the right products for their pets. For feeds and other animal needs, call us at 570-278-9453 now.
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Summer Fellows 2012
The 2012 ReDesigning Theater Fellows spent 10 weeks need-finding and researching target demographics and by using the design process, developed theater project prototypes.
Albert Huber
Albert Huber is an actor, writer, and educator. He attended Brown University, and though he was very active producing theatre, he graduated with a degree in Political Science. After interning at The Daily Show, he moved to Chicago to act and perform comedy. While acting and writing, he stayed politically active by working with local campaigns.
In Chicago he produced his own comedy solo show ("I Love You Soledad: an Ode to a Special CNN News Correspondent"), taught in Chicago Public Schools, and worked as a stage and onscreen actor. His interest in different facets of live performance, and even in things that aren't considered entertainment, like politics, has lead him to this fellowship at the Stanford School of Design. He is incredibly excited to be working on The Redesigning Theater Project this summer.
Aviva Palmer
Aviva Palmer is Founder of The Adventure School, a Seattle and San Francisco based event planning company. She planned her first surprise party at age ten. Aviva loves thinking about the cultural importance and healing power of celebration and communal learning. Using art as a diving board for connection, The Adventure School events work to use art to lower human boundaries and bring out creativity, interaction and play. Aviva is co-author of Uno Mundo, a picture book about peace and non-verbal communication, and she loves the organization Servas. She has worked as a political consultant, field organizer and high-dollar fundraiser in Washington for Governor Gregoire, US Senators Murray and Cantwell and President Barack Obama. Having taught in an after-school program at The Rose Art Museum and as the Teen Coordinator at the Peninsula Jewish Community Center, she is invested in and loves working with art and youth together. Aviva can also speak Mongolian after a stint living in the Mongolian Steppe studying fairytales and learning to herd animals. She received her Sociology BA from Brandeis with a concentration in the Humanities Interdisciplinary Program.
Ellen Thuy Le
Ellen Thuy Le is a rising senior studying Chemical Engineering at Stanford University, with the intent of a career in the Flavor and Fragrance industry. She harbors a fascination for the sense of smell and how it can be employed to affect human behavior when designing experiences and spaces. At Stanford, Ellen served as the Financial Manager and sang as a Soprano for the Stanford Harmonics, an internationally acclaimed rock a cappella group long considered one of the "Holy Trinity" of collegiate a cappella groups. She also serves as the President of her sorority, Sigma Psi Zeta Inc, an Asian-interest sorority whose philanthropic goal is to fight domestic abuse and violence against women. Over the past seven years, she has been highly active in the American Association of University Women. She is currently one of ten members of the National Student Advisory Council and has spoken at multiple AAUW events at the state and national level. Ellen is also redesigning a course (Designing Happiness at the Stanford Design School and Graduate School of Business), assisting a seminar (The Power of Story in Business) and supporting a class (How to Tell a Story) at the Stanford Graduate School of Business for Professor Jennifer Aaker.
Ellen believes in the power of art to amplify the human experience to majestic heights. Her experience in the arts is largely music-based: she plays piano, has performed in two musicals, sung in choirs and a cappella, and writes songs with her red ukulele. She is also a perfumer, with her first work to be released in the fall (called Spring). She is ecstatic to be spending the summer redesigning theater with the other fellows and using her expertise and wide range of experiences. She hopes that the insights gained from the prototypes will help make theater more accessible, and will truly excite, engage, and impact her non-theater friends.
Julia Hathaway
Julia Hathaway grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana and Princeton, New Jersey, but she mostly feels she is from Chicago. She achieved her Bachelors degree in Voice from Northwestern University, then stayed for several years to perform, teach, and run a recording studio/gallery /rehearsal space called 3pear Studios.
After several years of Gilbert and Sullivan, a ton of Baroque music, and countless recordings of indie rock bands and vocal a cappella groups, Julia grew tired of the Midwest. She migrated west to obtain her Masters in Music from the San Francisco Conservatory where she played several amazing operatic roles including The Queen of the Night in Mozart's Magic Flute. After graduating, she was a Young Artist with Santa Barbara Opera, sang in schools for San Francisco Opera, and performed with local Bay Area opera companies such as Cinnabar and Goat Hall Cabaret Opera.
At the same time, she began designing and building props and also stage managing for several theater and dance companies including Festival Opera and Ensemble Parallèle. Last year she was proud to be on the EP team which mounted Virgil Thomson's Four Saints in Three Acts at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in conjunction with the Gertrude Stein exhibit at SFMOMA. In September, she will return to SFMOMA as a performer in SFSound group's John Cage Festival.
Nick Navarro
Nick Navarro is passionate about the ability for art and live entertainment to stimulate social change. Nick graduated cum laude in field from Harvard College in 2010, and he graduated from the Stanford Graduate School of Business in 2012. At age sixteen, Nick began event coordination and organized two charity events that profited a total of $6,500+ for Tsunami Relief and Hurricane Katrina. Since then, he has continued to use artistic event production to promote social change. Nick was a leader in the Harvard fashion community and in 2009 he served as the Executive Producer of Harvard's largest fashion show, Eleganza. Eleganza was produced by Harvard BlackCast with a mission to celebrate diversity. In his role at Executive Producer, Nick worked with Club Monaco, BCBGeneration, Liz Claiborne, Redbull and other sponsors.
Currently, Nick serves as the CEO of Mélange, a leading fashion company with a mission to promote a positive image of beauty. Mélange has worked with Sephora, Nicole Miller, SKYY Vodka, Hansen's Soda, Sprinkles Cupcakes, and up and coming designers from around the world. Nick has recruited the company's incredible Board of Advisors, including Academy Award winning movie producer, Bill Guttentag, and the founder of Boston Fashion Week, Jay Calderin. Nick has also worked with Guila Clara Kessous, a creative director of Jean Paul Gaultier, to produce shows in France and New York City that celebrated human rights and were sponsored by the United Nations. Overall, the uniting theme of Nick's eclectic experiences center on his passion for celebrating multiculturalism and the rich diversity of society.
Xandra Clark
Xandra Clark just completed her BA with Honors in Drama at Stanford. Her honors thesis was titled Compassion At Play: Cultivating Compassion Through Theater, and it entailed teaching fourth and fifth graders for nine weeks and collaboratively devising a show. For this project, she won the Robert M. Golden Medal for Excellence in the Humanities and Creative Arts and the Eleanor Prosser Prize for Excellence in Scholarship. She has acted in many shows on campus, with the Drama Department, Stanford Shakespeare Company, SImps (Stanford Improvisers), and STAMP (Stanford Theater Activist Mobilization Project). Shows have included Major Barbara (Barbara), King Lear (Lear), Our Country's Good (Shitty Meg), and Troilus & Cressida (Cressida) with The Public Theater.
Aside from constantly acting, Xandra works as a producer for the Stanford Storytelling Project, a program that teaches and promotes oral storytelling on campus. The Storytelling Project runs a radio show called State of the Human, for which Xandra has written and edited numerous pieces, on subjects ranging from mirrors to mercury poisoning to her father's transition from religion to atheism. She is particularly interested in documentary and social justice theater, plans to pursue an MA in Journalism next year at Stanford, and hopes to spend her life exploring connections between performance and real-life narratives.


text: Hannah has been working as the Development Coordinator at the Flathead Youth Home since 2006. In that position, she keeps busy organizing fund-raisers like the multi-sport relay, the Glacier Challenge, the Bibler Garden party, and other events throughout the year. She works with the FYH Advisory Board and enjoys talking with the community about the work of FYH with area kids in crisis. When she is not keeping pace with the many challenges of her work at FYH, Hannah may be found kayaking one of the many beautiful water ways in and around the Flathead Valley.


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Seven people were arrested after a brawl broke out in the Montauk 7-Eleven on Sunday, May 28, at 4:36 in the morning, according to East Hampton Town Police.
A brief video shot by a patron at the convenience store, located on Montauk Highway across the street from Kirk Park Beach, was posted widely on social media. It shows people shoving and hitting each other and yelling, with the store's merchandise and other items strewn on the floor.
One of those arrested, Fernando Mateo-Brito, 36, of Montauk, was arraigned by Justice Lisa R. Rana in East Hampton Town Justice Court on Wednesday, May 31, according to Town Police Chief Michael Sarlo.
Mr. Mateo-Brito was charged with attempted assault in the first degree, a class C felony; menacing in the second degree and criminal mischief, both class A misdemeanors; and disorderly conduct, a violation.
According to court records, Mr. Mateo-Brito made an oral admission that he was involved in the fight and "took a wooden plank, but the black guy who attacked me was almost 7 feet tall."
The court also issued a one-year temporary order of protection prohibiting Mr. Mateo-Brito from contacting Rick McFarland, 28, of East Hampton.
According to police reports released on Monday, Mr. McFarland was also charged with criminal mischief, a misdemeanor, plus harassment in the second degree and disorderly conduct, both violations. Police said Mr. McFarland punched several people during the fight and was one of the people who caused a total of $350 in damage in the store.
Facing the same charges was Carlos Bencosme, 25, of Montauk, who also punched several people during the fight and helped cause the damage, according to police.
Two other people were charged with both criminal mischief and disorderly conduct: Amaurys Delossantos, 41, of Amagansett and William McFarland, 36, of Hampton Bays. Two other individuals, a 30-year-old Montauk man and a 26-year-old East Hampton woman, were charged with disorderly conduct, a violation. Both were involved in the brawl, but police said they determined that they did not contribute to the damages.
According to police, Rick McFarland was the first to be arrested on the day of the fight, at 5:42 a.m., followed by Mr. Bencosme, who was arrested that night at 9:29 p.m., and Mr. Delossantos, at 11:15 p.m. The others were cited two days later.
Mr. Delossantos was issued an appearance ticket to return to Justice Court on June 15. Rick McFarland and Mr. Bencosme were issued appearance tickets to return to court on June 22. William McFarland was issued an appearance ticket to return to court on July 6. A bail of $5,000 was set for Fernando Mateo-Brito, while $100 bail was set for Rick McFarland and Mr. Bencosme.
The manager of the 7-Eleven store, who identified himself only as "Chris" when reached by phone on Wednesday, May 31, declined to comment about the incident and hung up.


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I first went to and reviewed Slab a couple years ago, not too long after they opened. The Preble St. Sicilian slab specialist was just getting its footing, ready to offer its own style of pie to Portland. Since that first trip, I've been to the pizza purveyor a number of times. It seems that every time, they've had an updated menu. Those new menus always keep the core items, but do the switcheroo with some of the other sides, salads, and such. It's a good opportunity for returning customers like myself to try something different and still keep ordering some of what they've grown to love.
This trip to Slab, I was prepared for something new, but also craving the old favorites. Of course, the slab was still there front and center. Even better, we arrived during happy hour on Thursday so it was half price. Mrs. Portlandeater snagged a glass of wine while I sipped ice water and looked for something promising besides their specialty. There were a number of items that looked enticing. I considered a Spicy Meat Wedge or Mushroom Wedge, but those would be repeats. Then after talking to myself about it for a minute, I said "The hell with this, I need to stop being a weenie and try something else. I owe it to my readers!"
Looking through the menu, I wrestled with words I couldn't pronounce and finally returned to something I could – My Big Fat Greek Wedge – roasted red pepper, roasted tomato, Moroccan olives, red onion, mozzarella, Sicilian feta, Greek spices, and honey. It had a goofy name and was meatless, but it also had vegetables I really liked and was billed at a whopping 22 ounces. That was a full-figured slice…I figured. From there I had to pick a starter. I wanted something meaty to go with my veggie slice, but in the end I decided on Crocche – deep fried potato croquettes with lemon marjoram aioli.
When the waitress came to take our orders I told her what I wanted, ordering the wedge and then repeating "crocche" with multiple pronunciations, none of which were right and some of which were objectionable. My better half settled on their showpiece – The Hand Slab – 1 lb. individual hand slab with Steve's original tomato, mozzarella, provolone Sicilian pie. She also satisfied her inner rabbit with the Slab Salad – romaine spears, arugula, red onion, fresh oregano leaves with tangy sweet lime anise vinaigrette. We got ready for our food by gathering napkins and wooden utensils from the holder on the table. I really liked that everything was biodegradable. I looked lovingly at the wooden fork, thanking the tree it came from for helping me avoid eating hot food with my bare hands.
Before long, our salad and crocche came out and we got to feeding. I started by taking one of the croquettes out of my basket. There were two, but I set a single one of them upon an empty container, also adding my lemon marjoram aioli to it. My fried roll was shaped like and weighed about as much as a potato. The solid outer coating was browned. I surgically sliced it open and tried a bite. Hmm…full of diced potato, cheesy, and seasoned. The shell was crispy. It was unlike anything I'd ever had and the melting cheese definitely stood out. I tried another piece with the aioli. The combination of the seasoning and aioli gave me a bit of a sour citrus ranch flavor. The more bites I had, the more I liked it.
As I was indulging in tater, my sidekick slid head first into her salad, wasting no time in nibbling the lettuce laden mix. She ate a good portion of it and pushed the rest over to me once I was done with my potato project. I dug into the greens so as not to waste any food. I'm not sure if I didn't believe the menu when it indicated romaine spears, but I was surprised not to see full leaves of the stuff. Instead, it was truly just the spears in there. That was a smooth move though as it gave the salad a significant crunch. The onion, oregano, and dressing threw in some flavor. The mildly sweet vinaigrette was stunning with the lime. It reminded me how much I loved citrus in salads. The acids in the dressing, tempered ever-so-slightly by the other flavors, were a perfect match with the vegetable combination.
Eventually, I finished all of our starters. Then I remembered I was about to get a very large piece of pizza. I wasn't worried. I was hungry and knew my capabilities to consume large amounts of food would play well into my dinner order. Our slices arrived as I was stretching my mouth to be sure everything would fit in. My wedge was the gargantuan, video-game-boss-sized slice I anticipated and my wife's was what I was used to. I didn't have my pizza scale handy, but I imagined the slices could potentially weigh the 22 and 16 ounces they were advertised to be.
Breathing deeply, I eyed my pie like a psychopath staring down his next victim. The monstrosity was chock full of toppings. I went to wedge-town, taking a large bite, and though I didn't get any veg, I got plenty of mozz and feta with a hint of the honey in there somewhere. More bites led to delicious peppers and tomatoes, salty olives, some onions, and a spicy duo of pepperoncini. This was a Greek salad, sub crust for lettuce, and it was stellar. I didn't care that it was ten times the calories of a salad, because I needed the energy anyway.
My wife worked on the hand slab, but she tapped out about half way through. I did the honors and took it upon myself to finish. The doughy bread crust, sweet sauce, and only a smattering of cheese in certain areas with a heavier smothering of it in others, went down smoothly. As I was eating it, I thought about smooshing it down into a dense pizza patty and eating it like that. I suspect that would have satisfied my inner 12 year old, but my wife probably would have given me a look that said "don't do that." I avoided exhibiting any childish behavior and continued my path toward food excess and certain fullness. Before long, I was done and there was nothing left to consume.
Even though we saw dessert going to other patrons, I was sure the massive amount of dough and everything else I ate was enough. I had to stop eating at some point and had hit my limit. I had Mrs. Portlandeater pick up the tab because food is cheaper when someone else pays. I didn't see the receipt, but some simple math told me our grand total came to a measly $38 before tax and tip. That included our happy hour savings and a couple glasses of wine.
So what it is about Slab that keeps me going back? For the price, they serve up a whole lot of food. Nothing is particularly complicated, but the food is good, a little outside the box, and as for pizza, they have their own niche. I've heard from some that don't particularly like their Sicilian style, but Slab seems to have a crowd that enjoys it as much as I do. I've seen them packed a number of times and they appear to sell their signature specialty very quickly. If you're not into their famous slice, don't worry, they've got other great stuff. I recommend the meatball sandwich or the spicy meat wedge. Yes, the meat wedge is still pizza, but it's a different animal than the slab. Regardless of what you think you might like, I suggest you head on over and try something soon. I know I'll be returning before long.
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- Number of Online Degrees Offered: One
- Hybrid Option: No
- Degree Levels Offered: Master's, Individual Courses
- Degree Fields Offered: Health Science, Business, History, Social Science
Saint Francis University is one of the oldest Catholic colleges in the United States. Its history dates back to 1847, when Pittsburgh Bishop Michael O'Connor invited six Franciscan friars from Ireland to establish a school near Loretto, Pa. The friars cleared the land and constructed the foundations for what would later become the university. Today the Christian college offers more than 30 graduate and undergraduate programs to its approximately 2,000 students online and at its 600-acre campus. The school holds institutional accreditation from the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, as well as specialized accreditation from the American Occupational Therapy Association, American Physical Therapy Association, and Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Online Learning at Saint Francis University
The university offers one fully online degree: a master of health science. This degree combines study in public health and health administration to prepare students for leadership roles in healthcare organizations. It encourages students to respond to service needs by using an evidence-based approach while also emphasizing ethical and leadership considerations. This program includes study in health policy strategies, research methodology, healthcare systems management, and leadership.
Saint Francis University also offers individual online courses in history, business, Spanish, mathematics, philosophy, and sociology. The university's online courses are offered through Blackboard, a popular course management system that enables students to participate in discussion forms, contact their peers and professors, stream video, and access on-demand lecture presentations. Generally speaking, distance education enables students to fit completing their course work into their busy schedules. They can access their course materials at any time and from anywhere that has Internet access. Given that the program and courses are offered by a Catholic university it's a good fit for students who are looking for an online Christian education.
Enrolling at Saint Francis University
The admissions requirements at Saint Francis University vary by the type of student you are. For example, first-time college students must send in official high school transcripts, SAT or ACT scores, a writing sample of at least 250 words, and one letter of recommendation. The admissions requirements for the colleges graduate programs vary by discipline. Read on to see the university's other admissions requirements:
Prospective First-Year Undergraduate Students
- Admissions application
- Official high school transcripts
- SAT or ACT Test scores
- Writing sample
- One letter of recommendation
Prospective Undergraduate Transfer Students
- Admissions application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts
- SAT or ACT scores
Prospective Graduate Students
- Official college transcripts
- Essays/writing samples
- Current resume or CV
- Letters of recommendation
Admission to Saint Francis University's online Master of Health Science program requires the completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a 2.5 GPA, official transcripts, two letters of recommendation, a current resume, and submission of a $50 application fee. Students who have degrees from outside of the United States must produce an original report from an education-accrediting agency, such as the World Education Services, at their own expense.


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Location: West; Tranquility Soccer Fields 12222 West Maple Street - closer to 124th and Fort
Owner: City of Omaha
Additional Information: Edward and Georgena Eggleston, former residents of Norfolk, Nebraska and long associated with the sport of soccer, donated the sculpture to the City of Omaha to display at the popular Tranquility Park Soccer fields. The goal of the statue is to encourage wider interest in art.
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Siddartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism was born in Lumbini, Nepal in 563 B.C. to Queen Maya and King Suddhodana of the Sakya clan. He had a royalty filled childhood and at the age of sixteen was married to Yashodhara from whom he had a son named Rahula. After the birth of his son, Siddartha on seeing the sufferings and realities of life resolved to spend a life of austerity and inner detachment. For a short while he was the disciple of the famous sage Alara Kalama who indoctrinated him about "Atma" and "Brahma". Gautama practiced several austerities and undertook severe self-mortification. To invigorate his weakened body he begged in the villages for food. His resolved for the attainment of enlightenment was rock firm. He sat under a banyan tree in the present day place named Bodh Gaya in India and practiced deep meditation for several days. And, finally a day arrived when he received enlightenment or the answers to questions he had been long looking for. He thus attained "Nirvana" or spiritual emancipation and came to known as 'Buddha". The word "Buddha" has been derived from the Hindu word "Buddhi" meaning "Mind" and "Buddha" meaning "The One with an Awakened Mind". Buddhism as of today has a global following of nearly 300 million people who are mainly concentrated in Central and South East Asia.
Buddhism - its modern perspective
More than a religion, Buddhism is a philosophy focused to "conduct of life". The eternal core of Buddhism focuses on
· Having a moral life.
· Having compassion and awareness of actions and thoughts.
· Having wisdom and understanding.
Buddhism's rapid popularity in the modern day has resulted mainly from the solutions it has to offer for today's rampant materialism. It also initiates a deep understanding of the complex human mind and of the natural therapies that lie within to rid humanity of the rigors of modern day rat race. Psychologists the world over are concentrating on unraveling this aspect and facet which the Buddhism discipline inculcates into the human mind.
The significance of Buddha Head
Buddha statues come in numerous "asanas" or sitting postures and "mudras" or physical postures, yet the focal point remains the "Head" as it hold the secret to all elusive methodology for the attainment of enlightenment. Though the styling has remained constant or fixed, but the facial features though being basically Mongoloid in nature has varied with respect to geography. The facial features of a Buddha head as in a temple of Japan will vary with the one found in a Tibetan monastery, basically due to sub racial classification.
The Buddha head has been an icon and a symbolic depiction of the characteristics of his greatness. The Buddha head is famous for its religious and spiritual overtones. His head, to a layman resonates of his calm, composure and meditative character to the point infinity. The typical Buddha head is characterized by a round, vibrant, youthful, charming and sweet face, yet there is much more mysticism than what meets a common man's eye. The great sage depicted as a friendly individual with eternal happiness and an embodiment of wisdom and compassion. A feature wise analysis of the Buddha had can be attempted in the following manner:-
· The Ushnisha – or the crown of hair is a three dimensional oval at the top of the head. It is a gathering of his wavy and voluminous hair into a chignon. The "ushnisha" symbolizes the special status related to the spiritual power, the knowledge and the religious ideals preached by Buddha.
· The Hair - It is shown as an infinitely complex combination of small curls. As hairs are symbolic of mankind's illusion or ignorance, ridding of the same signifies renunciation of ignorance. This is one of the prime requisites for the attainment of enlightenment.
· The Third Eye – is a hairy dot which appears on the forehead between the eyebrows. This has great significance and connotations. It signifies to the devotes to inculcate ethical behavior, indulge in meditation, be generous, make offerings and free oneself from materialistic provocations. The third eye symbolizes spiritual awakening of knowledge and wisdom besides providing divine vision with the ability to see past our mundane universe of sufferings. It also symbolizes that he was a great being.
· The Eye – are usually casting downwards in a state of meditation with a hue of spiritual aura. It signifies looking beyond materialistic things only towards the truth. It is virtually awakening of the inner eye or "urna".
· The Ears – Long and bulgy ears besides being auspicious also signified a person's sense of compassion and wisdom. It also connotes the abilities to hear the sounds of worldly sufferings and ease them with compassion. An alternative interpretation is that besides being materialistically wealthy during royalty, he was also wealthy in terms of knowledge, compassion and wisdom.
· The Nose – He had long, protruding, proportioned and aquiline nose. This basically added balance and aura to his sagely personality, but conveyed no significant overt or covert connotations.
No doubt that Buddha Heads are today the most sought after collector's objects. Many believe that by just observing the calm and composed gaze and the serene expression of the Buddha head one may attain a path to unravel the mysteries of inner composure and personal well being. Buddha heads are the icon of confidence, awareness, knowledge, compassion and concentrated meditative practices. Each and every faculty of the Buddha head symbolizes a hidden meaning, philosophy, history, occult, and above all how to individually and collectively be great, noble and kind human beings.


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Is Spain the next Greece? Or Italy? Or Portugal?
Even as Greece pledged anew on Wednesday to rein in its runaway budget deficit, briefly easing the anxiety over its perilous finances, traders on both sides of the Atlantic weighed the risks — and potential rewards — posed by the groaning debts of other European governments.
While investors welcomed news that Athens would raise taxes and cut spending by $6.5 billion this year, analysts warned the moves might not be enough to avert a bailout for Greece or to contain the crisis shaking Europe and its common currency, the euro.


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........and BAM!!!
Just like that it's April!
Hello dear friends of Scrapmatts.
Kim here to kick of April with a few creations.
The first is a very special card created for a special young couple who begin life as husband & wife, today!
Wishing Keira & Zac a lifetime of happiness and I hope you both have a truly wonderful day!
I kept the design quite simple.
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The next 2 projects are from last months Guest Designer spot over at
The first layout was for Case File #225
[Time to Fly]
Loved creating this layout using the awesome prompts created by CSI along with the wonderful sketch!
Our middle daughter, Madison has started at university this year.....Time for her to fly on her own now.
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My last share is my layout for Case File #226
[Love is Homemade]
This layout is of my two gorgeous grandsons, Flynn & Angus.
I truly adored the visual prompt for this Case File and I used it as my inspiration.
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Artists Drawing Club is here
On Thursday, February 28 the Asian Art Musesum launched a new contemporary art program series called the Artists Drawing Club. The Artists Drawing Club is a salon of sorts. Every month a local contemporary artist is invited to use the museum as a project platform, drawing inspiration from the collection, special exhibitions, the building, or the surrounding neighborhood to create an interactive event for the public to engage with museum through the artist's process. The inaugural event featured artist Ranu Mukherjee and future session will include artists Amy M Ho, Julie Chang, Weston Teruya, Binh Danh, Lordy Rodriguez, Toyin Odutola, and Ala Ebtekar over the next eight months. I spoke with Ranu just before the first event about the project and the process of working at the museum.
Marc Mayer: The Artists Drawing Club grew out of conversations I had with Imin Yeh and other local artists while working on the event at the museum, Taking Up Space which was part of Yeh's larger project SpaceBi. Knowing the development of this series, what interested you about this opportunity?
Ranu Mukherjee: I was excited about the idea of doing a site specific project in the museum that would respond to the objects and their positioning as historical and cultural artifacts. This opportunity seemed like it would challenge me. It is outside of my comfort zone, yet it also connects with some very core elements of my work. I was sold on it by your enthusiasm and vision, as well as the fact that it felt like such a perfect way to engage the class of graduate students I am teaching at California College of Art (CCA) this semester. It seemed to be a really nice scale of event. Rather than a bigger spectacular kind of proposition, I really liked the sense that the event might be a place to actually experiment with ideas in a public yet intimate format.
MM: What are some of those "core elements" of your work that have a connection to the museum?
RM: I've been working with Indian mythological images from the 19th Century for a few years now. I am interested in the way that these images are so familiar and accessible and have become part of popular culture, yet were not addressed in the my art school education, which was based in Euro-American art historical framework. I like to think about and question patterns of cultural influence and how objects embody those patterns.
I think that many of the artifacts in the museum's collection possess the power of being immediately accessible, even if the specific stories attached to them are not. I am intrigued by the consistent presence of the archaic or ancient in the contemporary moment and the difficulty to imagine a future without these influences. While my reasons for being interested in the idea of Asia have a personal origin, they also engage with current narratives about the 'rise of Asia' and how those stories might manifest at the intersection of culture, matter and economics.
MM: Can you tell me more about the class you are teaching at CCA?
RM: The class is a studio lab comprised of 6 MFA students, and part of CCAs Engage program.
It is called 'Towards a Creole Procession' and looks at ways that mixed cultural heritage can appear in aesthetics as well as how artists think and work with the idea of ancestry, whether in line with dominant cultural heritage or in contrast. I was excited to work with students to explore the idea of ancestry in relation to contemporary art, because these can seem incommensurable. Framing an artwork as a cultural or historical artifact positions it as a vessel for understanding a larger society and conditions wherein it was produced, while framing work as contemporary art brings the subject of the artist to the forefront. I think good work is always both, yet it matters how the work is contextualized. How does one balance this delicate act, merging the historic/cultural with the contemporary? The class allows us to focus on some of these questions.
The second half of the class will continue a conversation we have started with Leah Gordon, a London based artist, filmmaker and curator. She has been curating the Ghetto Biennale in Haiti with Andre Eugene of the Grand Rue sculptors group, Atis Rezistans. The class will be held at the Luggage Store Annex/ Tenderloin National Forest for the rest of the semester and will culminate in a workshop with Leah and Eugene about the ever presence of ancestors in Haitian culture, tactics used by artists like Atis Rezistans, and ways these artists' work is received outside of Haiti.
MM: What are you planning for the Artists Drawing Club at the Asian Art Museum this Thursday?
RM: I, along with the six MFA students in the class (Dimeng Brehmer, Jamie Emerick, Maral Hashemi, Laura Arminda Kingsey, Opesanwo Omoifa and Tali Weinberg) will conduct a procession that travels through the permanent collection galleries on the third floor and concludes in Samsung Hall. Each artist is devising a piece that responds to a specific object in the collection. Some performances will be ongoing throughout the procession and others will halt the group to let an artwork unfold. It is an attempt to re-animate some of the objects or images we see in the vitrines or on the walls in the museum. All of us are engaging with distortions of history, personal associations, interpretations and translations to intervene and reimagine these works as artifacts for the future.
MM: What interested you about the concept of a procession?
RM: Originally I had thought of the procession as being a fiction around which we could make artifacts. I wanted to take the format of the procession as the starting point for our studio lab. The procession embodies and honors mixes of culture and heritage. I think the format, especially considering our project at the museum, allows each person participating to work with what is meaningful for them, while tackling some of the complexity around cultural representation in the context of cultural heritage. I also liked the idea that a procession physically maps out a place while also blurring boundaries. The procession can blur the role of audience from spectators to participants. At a most basic level, if you walk with us, you become part of the procession.
MM: What has the process of working on this project been like for you and your students?
RM: We have been working at the museum for the last month. During our first class we explored the collection galleries. Each of us chose a few objects that spoke to us in some way. We narrowed it down further selecting objects that might be more dynamic in the context of audience engagement. During the next class we had the opportunity to research these object in the museum's library. We also met with multidisciplinary artist Dohee Lee who discussed her performance-based work. As visual artists, we are not as well verse in performance yet it is a skill we need to employ for this project. Dohee's perspective and insights gave us strategies to help animate the procession.
The process has made me realize that making an ephemeral work in the context of a museum, with all its limitations is going to contribute a lot to the content of the project. It has been really exciting to start the class right in the middle of this amazing collection-outside of a classroom- because we are immediately steeped in the ideas that the course was designed to consider. It has been remarkable to witness the way that these objects affect us in the present, through watching the students' responses unfold.
For more information about Ranu's work you can visit her web site.
Mukherjee's studio research lab is part of ENGAGE at CCA, an initiative merging project-based learning with community engagement. center.cca.edu/engage.
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Prince George, Dalston
FancyaPint?'s review...
We feel that some of the pubs in the Remarkable Restaurants group go a little overboard on the décor and food front, but the Prince George, thankfully, focuses firmly on the basics. The main bar leads away to darkened alcoves with many original furnishings still intact. The whole prospect is ideal for ale-fuelled conversation and if a modicum of exertion is needed, a neatly tucked away pool table is on hand. Food only appears to be a going concern on a Sunday, but the rest of the week you're left with the usual Remarkable Restaurants mix of Belgian beers, Czech lagers and traditional ales to work your way through - hardly a chore. Add on one of this chain's archetypal excellent jukeboxes and a popular quiz on a Monday night and it's no wonder such a wide cross section of locals stop by.
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28 Sep 2013
have lived nearby for the last 8/9yrs. it is a nice pub, but the current staff are pretty shocking. in the surrounding area the Pembury, Cock Tavern, Wellington & Three Compasses are all far better, more welcoming places.
18 Sep 2013
We are close neighbours to this pub and occasionally pop in for a drink. We went there on this Sunday just past (15/09/13) and couldn't believe how badly we were treated! There was no queue at the bar and yet 3 members of staff managed to completely ignore us for 4 minutes, in spite of us being right in front of them. The two female staff were too busy having their own conversation to stop to serve us and the male member of staff just blatantly didn't seem to want to serve us. Will not be going back and will not recommend to anyone.
28 Jul 2011
If you want to subjected to tirades from a landlord with anger management problems and possibly issues with alcohol go to the George. If you want a pleasant evening then I'd suggest visiting one of the decent pubs in the vicinity. A truly shocking establishment.
13 Aug 2010
If you like being served by unfriendly fashion victims who probably read Vice magazine as if it were the bible then head on down. If you like a nice comfortable hospitable pub with beer served at the proper temperature and a tiny bit of enthusiasm from the staff then go elsewhere. I, like most people gave up on this place recently. On my Last visit I was served by some miserable old ska casualty who could barely make eye contact, let alone mumble the price of a beer. I would recommend nearby The Pembury Tavern(VERY friendly staff who know thier stuff with a great selection of ales)Or most importatnly the wonderful Duke Of Wellington on balls pond road. (for numerous reasons)The George is just horrible and in need of some decent management. (the current one seems to think its ok to glare and ignore staff. His loss.)
09 Mar 2009
Went here on Saturday night after having a meal with some mates. Not sure if it was just because it was a busy Saturday night but the staff really didn't make us feel welcome. Bar staff were slow and unapologetic when getting our order wrong and the bouncer was a moody misery guts.
This place has a reputation for being one of the cool hotspots in Dalston, I can't really see why. There were some interesting beers available but the squeezed bar and unfriendly atmosphere put me off I'm afraid. If you have had a different experience let me know.
This place has a reputation for being one of the cool hotspots in Dalston, I can't really see why. There were some interesting beers available but the squeezed bar and unfriendly atmosphere put me off I'm afraid. If you have had a different experience let me know.
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The Person You Admire The Most Free Essays - StudyMode
Hello. I am writing an essay on a person you admire most, and i chose my parents. I need a good quote about family, family love, or parents to end the essay. Anything having to do with those topics please reply! Thank you in advance.
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Who is the person you admire most and why? - Quora
celtic- being a Cappie (and traditionally ruled by saturn, the planet of trials and tribulation), it's no wonder the person you admire the most is one who had suffered through so much and perserveared for the benefit of "greater good." Strength- physical and mental, are one of capricorns specialties- and Honest Abe gave us a prime example of them both. And coincidentally, you were born on my daughters b-day. :)
JKR is perfect! She is in fact an inspiration to all. I am her biggest fan.. I don't think anyone else will write about JK Rowling. It will be unique for you to write an essay about the person whom you admire most!! Gandhi and Martin Luther- everyone writes about them!


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So there will be a player wearing No. 13 for the Pacers this upcoming season after all.
On the same day the Pacers' trade to send Paul George to Oklahoma City became official, Pacers forward Kevin Seraphin quickly snatched up No. 13.
This isn't a prank. His official number has been changed to 13, his number for five seasons (2010-15) with the Washington Wizards.
Seraphin has a great sense of humor, so you have to laugh at this move. George, formerly the face of the franchise, moves on and Seraphin says, "Cool, I'll take your number. Thanks!"
He announced the number change on Twitter:
#13— kevin seraphin (@kslife7) July 7, 2017
See Also: Kevin Pritchard on trading Paul George: 'It was difficult both on a personal and professional level'
This is Seraphin's second number change this offseason. In June, he changed to No. 8 to allow Lance Stephenson to reclaim No. 1.
… and speaking of those two, the besties were back together at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Thursday.
Y'all better recognize!! @StephensonLance #grind pic.twitter.com/QO6sHsJPiP— kevin seraphin (@kslife7) July 6, 2017
Seraphin appeared in 49 games last season, his first with the Pacers. He averaged 4.7 points and 2.9 rebounds per game. He contract becomes guaranteed on August 1.


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We just saw Ali Noor taking the stage alongside the likes of Bilal Khan, Shiraz Uppal, Uzair Jaswal and Goher Mumtaz at the Levi's Live sessions that took place in Lahore the week before last. In fact, we tend to see a lot of the Noori brothers at various events but don't get us wrong, we're hardly complaining! Noori is one of the few bands who were at their peak when the music industry was at an all-time high and they continue to maintain their hold on people till today.
With hits like 'Manwa Re' and countless Coke Studio renditions of folk songs, Noori's concerts are always a treat to the ears, and the eyes, and their latest performance at the launch of a new smartphone, Redmi 4X by Xiaomi was no different. Sporting his new cropped hair, Ali Noor rocked out the stage along with his brother, Ali Hamza and made it a memorable evening.
The evening, hosted by Taimoor Salahuddin, popularly known as Mooroo, saw many other celebrities. The Nescafe Basement Band took the stage to perform while Mira Sethi was also seen in the audience.
Published in Instep-The News on Sunday on 28th May, 2017
One of the more popular music groups in the country, Noori is always up to something. While the band recently played at the launch of Samsung S8 at the iconic Lahore Fort, it was their performance at the British Council Library in Karachi that had us swooning. Playing at 'Karachi by Night' celebration, the band led by brothers Ali Noor and Ali Hamza played a combination of songs including all-time hits 'Hum Bholay', 'Dobara Phir Se', 'Suno Key Main Houn Jawan' and 'Ooncha Hoon Mein'.
Joined onstage by the likes of Fahad Khan and counting one Jamal Rahman on their technical team, it was a solid performance that had fans, both old and new, singing along throughout the course of the night.
Published in INSTEP-The News on Sunday on 14th May, 2017
Since releasing their third studio album – Begum Gul Bakaoli Sarfarosh – in 2015, music group Noori has been flying high. From picking up the prestigious Album of the Year trophy at the Lux Style Awards last year to appearing on Coke Studio as producers to collaborating with the likes of Ali Azmat in the inaugural edition of Cornetto Pop Rock and lending support to events such as Ponds Miracle Journey, they've been on a roll. Last year also witnessed the solo outing of Ali Hamza with his introspective Sanwal project which culminated in a much-revered tour of Karachi that was produced by the good folks at Salt Arts. And 2017 is looking just as exciting for Noori fans, if not more.
Having won hearts and minds by lending support to Karachi Down Syndrome Program's inclusion campaign via the song 'Aao Humaray Saath Chalo' that is sung by Hamza and was released last month, the band was seen in Karachi this past week during which they played a colorful gig. Playing at IBA University in Karachi, Noori sang a medley of some of their most revered songs including 'Paar Channa De', 'Hey Ya', 'Saari Raat Jaga', 'O Re', 'Nishaan', 'Aik Tha Badshah' and 'Manwa Re'.
Backed by drummer Kami Paul and other musicians, Noori brothers were in their element as Hamza and Noori gave Karachi fans a chance to forget everything else and enjoy the merriment onstage. Given their electrifying performances, we can't wait to see what Noori comes up with next.
Published in The News on 2nd April, 2017
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I finished these engagements this week and I can't even tell you how much I love them!!!!
I seriously have the best clients in the world and when Hailey showed up I about died at how beautiful she is. I got to style the shoot and I seriously had so much fun with it, hopefully we'll do that again! We drove out to the boonies and had way to much fun and got the perfect light!
The lovely Jill Peterson did an amazing job as always on her makeup and quite a few of her clothes were actually vintage!
The lovely Haley Nord came and second shot this session with me and captured some amazing images! I love having her there for another perspective and to give my clients even more!
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Matte Black Hardware Is Having a Moment, and We're Not Mad
From kitchen sinks to showerheads to towel rings, one thing is certain this spring: Matte black metal is back, baby. And the best part about this rising trend? Much like a little black dress, the crisp, neutral finish works for traditional, modern and every style in between. Here, 13 of our favorite iterations.
(Looking for more home decor inspiration? Head to Pinterest.)
RELATED: Break Out the Paint: Navy Kitchens Are Tres Chic Right Now
Black hardware is fabulous, but when coupled with matching matte cabinetry, a stylish kitchen becomes a jaw-dropper.
This adorable mini slop sink goes high-end with matte black fixtures and decorative accents.
We love how this ceiling-height black casing frames out the heavenly walk-in shower.
And how the slender lines of these cabinet pulls totally modernize a classic kitchen.
In a matte black finish, this rain showerhead becomes equal parts function and art.
And this chic marble bathroom replete with a black cross-handle faucet is a study in understated glamour.
Matte black can provide perfect pops of toughness in a shiny white dream kitchen.
And why stop at just the kitchen faucet? These deep black sinks are incredible.
A shapely black vase faucet is the perfect counterpart to a sandy-toned vessel sink.
And retro black-and-white tile work transforms the hardware from modern to classic in the blink of an eye.
This massive but minimalist marble shower is poetry in bathroom design.
For a modern boho vibe, soften black hardware with a cabinet of curiosities (and tons of sunlight).
When everything from your exposed plumbing to your drain to your grooming products is matching matte, you know you've nailed the trend.