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Emek Hebrew and Israeli Culture program, is an educational after-school program and a community cultural center with an Israeli emphasis. The name of the school is an acronym, with the first letter "Ayin" (ע) stands for "Ivrit" (Hebrew), the second letter "Mem" (מ) stands for "Moreshet" (Tradition) and the third letter "Kuf" (ק) stands for "Kehila" (Community).
We strive to teach modern, spoken Hebrew at the highest educational level while strengthening the connection between the community and the Israeli culture together with fostering social connections in an enriching and experiential environment.
We offer classes for kids with and without prior background in Hebrew.
For kids with Hebrew background we offer classes for K-9th grade. For Non-native Hebrew speakers we offer:
"Milk and Honey" (for ages 5-6)- A class for Non-native Hebrew speakers. The class is open to kids in Kindergarten and First grade and is taught by a certified teacher experienced with teaching Hebrew to kids with no Hebrew background from home.
"My Family Story" (for ages 11-13)- an international program of "Beit Hatfutzot" in which the teens explore their family story and how it relates to the story of the Jewish people and the state of Israel. The program leads to a creation of an art project that tells the story of the student's family which will be displayed at the JCC. Two chosen projects will be sent to Israel to be displayed in '
"Tachles" (A Hebrew slang word meaning "to the point") (for ages 16-22)- A spoken Hebrew Class for teens and young adults (two groups, starting at 10th grade). This class, run by the Israeli Jewish Agency "Shlicha" combines Modern Hebrew with Israel education. The program was developed by the World Zionist Organization specifically for young adults who may travel to Israel or want to interact with Israelis on a basic level.
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The 2013 Northwoods All-Star game has come and gone. Between the limousine entrance and a special homecoming for one player, the all-stars also faced some unique pressure.
"I I don't care about the numbers here. It's a good atmosphere out here," Woodchucks first baseman Matt Tellor said. "It's just a great time being here with all the other all-stars."
Tellor and the rest of the all-star starters arrived at Carson Park in a limousine. For the 52 selected players, the events over the last two days in Eau Claire was a much needed break from the everyday grind of summer college baseball.
"This is more of a fun experience than anything," Rafters catcher Jackson Slaid said. "Everybody gets the chance to relax a little bit."
Rafters relief pitcher J.P. Feyereisen says it was a special night for him. He took the mound in the eighth inning in front of fans who stuck around to welcome the River Falls-native back home.
"I get to see my family and friends. At the beginnning of the game, hearing my crowd. It was almost like I was home in Eau Claire because my fans were so loud," Feyereisen said. "It was really exciting."
One of the advantages of playing at an all-star game is showcasing your talents in front of dozens of scouts across the country. They're taking notes on every play, timing everything and anything, and clocking the speed of every pitch.
"You try to come out here and play like you have been every other day," Tellor said. "Just play the way that you have been, that got you here. But it's in the back of your mind that they're out there, a little nerveracking."
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WDC claims 'admin error' to blame for poor Which? food safety survey rating
Updated 3:07pm Monday 20th January 2014 in News By Rebecca Cain, Reporter
A COUNCIL claims an administrative error is the reason for it being ranked the fifth worst performing authority in monitoring food hygiene standards.
A Which? survey looked at 395 local authorities in the UK and, using the latest data they submit to the Food Standards Agency (FSA), ranked how they are performing on food safety enforcement.
Wycombe District Council was ranked the fifth worst at making sure businesses in south Buckinghamshire are complying with hygiene rules.
The survey based the rankings on three criteria: the proportion of premises ranked as high or medium risk in a local authority that were broadly compliant with food hygiene requirements.
It also looked at the percentage of premises yet to receive a risk rating; and the proportion of inspections and other follow ups that were required but not carried out by local authority inspectors.
Spokesman for WDC, Catherine Spalton, said: "It is with regret that the data we submitted to the FSA last year contained an error which recorded a lower number of rated properties with regard to risk.
"We anticipate that because the Which? report used these inaccurate figures, our overall rating score is lower which has unfortunately ranked us in the bottom ten.
"Since we identified this error, we have revised our figures and are now confident that we have actually rated about 80 per cent of establishments in the district for risk, rather than the 66.4 per cent that has been reported.
"We work closely with the Food Standards Agency and they are satisfied with our approach to the remaining 20 per cent which are deemed to present a low food safety risk.
"We are obviously disappointed to be within the Which? report's lowest ten, but would hope that our revised figure would significantly increase our ranking."
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I wonder how many tax-payer funded council staff have been disciplined as result of this? My guess is a big fat zero...
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legiopatrianostra wrote:You took the words right out of my mouth. Gross incompetence given the role of this dept..
So the Council that awards food hygiene ratings, much of which is regarding accurate record-keeping and paperwork, is guilty of, inaccurate record-keeping and paperwork. You couldn't make it up. If a business is marked down on the rating, they generally lose custom, I presume the highly paid staff responsible for this ****-up will be paying with a written warning......
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Ivor'sbestfriend wrote:It's the public sector! They are almost untouchable!
Someone should get fired then.
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Vineyard Designation
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Harvest Date
September 7 - September 20, 2012
14 months
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2012 Talley Vineyards Edna Valley Pinot Noir
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This vintage of pinot noir from the Edna Valley expresses a complex bouquet of plum, blueberry and bright cherry. The dark fruit notes compliment the layers of rose petal and subtle earth. This full-bodied wine has a great weight with a feminine delicacy and soft tannins that round out the long finish. Enjoy the 2012 Edna Valley Pinot Noir with rack of lamb and a wild mushroom risotto.
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The 2012 vintage was one of those rare years where both quality and yield were exceptional, probably the best overall since 2005. The growing season was ideal with slightly below average rainfall, moderate canopy growth and very little mildew or botrytis. Due to excellent spring weather, fruit set was ideal. Yields were about 20% above average and the resulting wines are elegant and balanced.
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AFC North Spin cycle: Bengals primed to rally?
The Bengals started the second half with a huge win. Now, can they make a run? We explore in the AFC North "Spin cycle."
Browns can't afford communication issues on offense
With so much riding on the next seven games for the Browns, getting plays to QB Brandon Weeden quickly enough is a must for the offense.
Shurmur belongs in Cleveland until end of season
While the firing of Browns coach Pat Shurmur may be warranted, Jimmy Haslam needs to exercise restraint and wait until the end of the season to make a move.
AFC North Spin cycle: Ravens, Steelers separating from pack
At the season's midpoint, it's business as usual in the AFC North.
Ravens beat Browns for 10th consecutive time
Joe Flacco threw a 19-yard touchdown pass to Torrey Smith with 4:26 left as the Ravens beat Cleveland 25-15.
Key matchup: Browns running game vs. Ravens run defense
If the Ravens want to sweep the season series with Cleveland, they will need to be stronger against the run than they have been of late.
Richardson living up to expectations in Cleveland
When the Browns selected Trent Richardson third overall in April's draft, it was done with games like last Sunday's in mind.
Richardson has toughed it out for Browns
The Browns' Week 10 bye figures to aid RB Trent Richardson, who has played through injury for a good deal of the season.
AFC North Spin cycle: Here comes Pittsburgh
Here come the Steelers. And hey, look, the Browns won! We recap how the two AFC North teams in action fared in Week Eight.
Richardson, Browns hand Chargers third straight loss
Rookie Trent Richardson rushed for 122 yards and scored a touchdown, leading the Browns to a soggy, wind-whipped 7-6 win over the Chargers on Sunday.
Pat Shurmur's seat getting warmer by the day
Browns head coach Pat Shurmur did himself no favors when he elected to punt on 4th-and-1 late in the Week Seven loss to the Colts.
Browns place LB Fujita on I.R.
The Browns placed LB Scott Fujita on injured reserve, head coach Pat Shurmur told reporters Wednesday.
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The coaching itch never completely left Mike Holmgren, who will walk away from the Browns feeling mostly dissatisfied and unfulfilled.
Browns place OLG Pinkston on I.R.
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AFC North Spin cycle: Steelers impressive in key win
The Steelers, in a much-needed strong performance, won at Cincinnati and took a step forward. The rest of the AFC North? Not so much.
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The race to the Supporters' Shield will go through Kansas City.
Sporting Kansas City, is the lone unbeaten club in Major League Soccer after six weeks of play. Peter Vermes' side downed Real Salt Lake over the weekend in the battle of the league's top two sides. The perfect 6-0-0 start to the season gives Sporting the inside track to the league's Supporters' Shield.
Week 6 saw three games end in comeback fashion while one got rained out. After the dust settled on a bunch of 1-0 and 2-1 results, things seem a bit clearer at the top and bottom of the table.
Perfect Start
Impressive. That is the word that comes to mind when you look at this Sporting KC squad. Vermes has finally gotten his team where he wants it. A speedy, hungry team that doesn't stop defending for 90 minutes. If you look at this team from a year ago, the foundation was there. They stumbled out of the gate in 2011 due to the many road games but toward the end of the season, the defense came around and the offense began to shine. Once Vermes worked out the mental errors that hurt this team late in games last year, things took off.
To start out any season undefeated for a few games is always impressive. Judging how Sporting has beaten teams is also equally impressive. They are no longer losing games late like they were in 2011 - just the exact opposite - with a couple late game-winners already this season, you can never really count this team out of any game.
The wealth of the attack is getting spread around more this season as well. Kei Kamara leads the way with guys like C.J. Sapong, Graham Zusi and even a couple defenders like Aurelien Collin scoring goals as well. They spread out teams with their pace on the wings but their defense could easily be the most impressive part of this club. Collin, Matt Besler, Chance Myers and Seth Sinovic have been impressive as a group all season long.
Going into the game with Salt Lake, the group had an impressive 245-minute streak during which they had not allowed a shot on goal. You read that correctly, not just a shutout streak but not allowing someone to shoot on their goal. Salt Lake snapped it in stoppage time with a shot that Jimmy Nielsen easily handled.
Quakes give New York all they can handle
TIme to give it up to the San Jose Earthquakes. Many had this club pegged for a long and tough season back in March, but flip to the present day and they are second in the Western Conference and third overall in MLS.
The Quakes gave the high-powered offense of the New York Red Bulls all they could handle on Saturday. A 2-2 draw at Red Bull Arena was impressive given the fact that the Red Bulls entered the game scoring 13 goals in their last three games.
The first half in this one was about as entertaining as it could possibly be. Both teams traded punches as the top duo of the Red Bulls, Thierry Henry and Kenny Cooper, got their noses out in front before Chris Wondolowski found the game-tying goal in the 35th minute.
The second half was all San Jose however. On the road, against a tough offensive club, the Quakes buckled down defensively and found their mojo in the midfield to be working. They couldn't find a game-winner but what they did prove was how for real they are this season.
Frank Yallop has to be commended for what he has done with this team. His defense is stronger than ever before, and possibly deeper considering they have a guy in Ike Opara just sitting on the bench. Their midfield is stronger with Shea Salinas and Marvin Chavez and Wondowlowski no longer has to be the only offensive weapon.
Trouble brewing in the Rose City
Ruh-roh. Things are not looking good in Portland. The losing streak for the Portland Timbers has now hit four in a row with the 3-1 loss to the LA Galaxy over the weekend. Kris Boyd is scoring for the Timbers but yet again the defense isn't staying up to the challenge and the Portland midfield is lacking the grit and possession that it needs to make a statement in this league.
Portland has been able to control games at various times this season. Against LA they were dominate for the first 25 minutes but things fell apart once LA got on the board.
LA finally got going thanks to some defensive miscues by the Timbers and some strong play up front with Landon Donovan, Juninho and David Beckham all finding the back of the net. Robbie Keane proved to be a handful as well and in the end the Timbers just had no answers for the Galaxy offense.
Time for some changes in the Rose City if you ask me. Either John Spencer needs to get a little more creative with his lineup choices or someone has to step up defensively to guide this team back to where most expected them to be this season, a playoff contender.
Dallas leaves it late again
For the second week in a row, FC Dallas pulled out a late win over an Eastern Conference side. For 45 minutes neither FC Dallas or the Montreal Impact could really get a hold of the game but it was a penalty call on Dallas that changed the course of the game for both sides.
Montreal took the lead with a Bernardo Corradi penalty and immediately after that Dallas came alive with Brek Shea, Fabian Castillo and Blas Perez.
One thing Dallas is starting to show is that once those three get on the same page, their offense will be just as strong as some of the top teams in the league. Defensively they have things sorted out very well with Ugo Ihemelu and George John leading the way yet again while Zach Loyd has become one of the better fullbacks in MLS.
The six points for FCD over the last two weeks has got them back in the thick of things in the Western Conference.
Close calls
A couple games this weekend ended very closely. Chivas USA edged Toronto FC 1-0 thanks to a goal by new midfielder Oswaldo Minda. Toronto is now the only club in MLS without a point. Torsten Frings made his return to the Reds lineup but it wasn't enough to elevate Toronto to any points. It may be time to push that panic button in Toronto.
Philadelphia rode a penalty kick by Gabriel Gomez to beat the Columbus Crew 1-0 for their first win of the season. Despite a make-shift back line for Peter Nowak, the Union controlled the tempo of the game and never really gave the Crew that much space to work with in the attack.
In the Pacific Northwest, the boos rained down on Colorado Rapids midfielder Brian Mullan. The Seattle Sounders rode Zach Scott's first career goal in the 1-0 win over Mullan and the Rapids.
D.C. United rode a come back in the second half to get by the New England Revolution 2-1. Jose Moreno scored his first goal for the Revs but goals from Maicon Santos and Chris Pontius gave the Black-and-Red a big three points on the road.


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Recent Research: astute & timely
Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller: by Kevin McNellis, April 20, 2011
Iowa A.G. Tom Miller's campaign war chest got a dramatic boost after he announced his leadership of the 50-state attorneys general investigation into foreclosure irregularities. Out-of-state law firms and donors from the finance, insurance, and real estate sector gave 88 times more than they had given him over the previous decade.
High Stakes Justice: 2011 Wisconsin Supreme Court Race: by Anne Bauer, April 18, 2011
Wisconsin politics again has people sitting on the edges of their seats as a contentious Supreme Court race heads for a likely recount. Institute staff combed through campaign contributions to Wisconsin Supreme Court justices from 1989 through 2009, focusing on the individual contributions to the sitting justices as well as overall trends in the contribution data.
Names in the News: Carl Kruger: by Robin Parkinson, March 22, 2011
New York state senator Carl Kruger was recently charged in a federal corruption case for receiving $1 million in bribes in exchange for favors to lobbyists working on health care and real estate development issues. Records also show that Sen. Kruger received campaign contributions from five donors were also charged in the same case.
The Money Tale: pithy posts
To $1 Billion...And Beyond!
What does President Obamas 2012 re-election campaign have in common with the 2010 campaigns of gubernatorial candidates? $1 billion.
Follow the Yellow Brick Road...to the Money
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The Academic Resource Centers (ARCs) are dedicated to the idea of students helping students to raise academic achievement. Students who study in pairs or small groups tend to learn more and perform better than students who study in isolation. The ARCs capitalize on the strength of peer collaboration by hiring students who have distinguished themselves in math, writing, science or library research to work with other students in these areas. Experienced students are an excellent resource. Because they remember what it was like to learn the material, they are adept at perceiving points of confusion and explaining difficult concepts. In addition, students who seek help from their peers tend to feel less intimidated about asking questions because of the inherent equality in the peer relationship.
The ARCs currently offer peer assistance in math, physics, writing, science and library research. Centers provide a quiet place to study as well as find help. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly These peer assistance services are available to all students at no cost.
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This signature Heritage Log home plan features 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths with huge game room. A wide open great room with stone center fireplace surrounded by fixed glass and a beautiful view of Mt. LeConte. We've had visitors travel over 1,600 miles just to see and experience the craftsmanship and luxury of the Silvercreek. 3 Seperate master suites with King size beds and a 4th bedroom featuring 2 sets of twin bunk beds for the kids. 6 TV's and DVD Players, Pool Table, Hot Tub, Gas Grill and Air Hockey table are all standard amenities.
Enter on the main level to the great room, there is one master suite with king sized bed and the kitchen, dining, and seperate laundry room with side by side washer / dryers. Upstairs is a loft sitting and sleeping area with master suite and kids bunk room (2 sets of twin bunks).
The lower level is a huge game room with pool table, air hockey, wet bar and sleeper sofa. Another master suite with full bath and jacuzzi tub is also on the lower level.
Originally designed as a 6 bedroom, 2 bedrooms were removed to enable more living space for less guests. This cabin has 3 distinct areas for guests to gather so that someone can always find a quiet place in the cabin.
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Merrill Public Golf Club has 18 holes that sits on over 6,600 yards of beautiful territory providing players with a fantastic golfing experience.
Newsline 9 caught up with the club's head golf professional, Mike Potter. He explained the unique history of the course as well as showed us one the more birdie friendly holes.


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Developing Diabetes While Pregnant: Good management makes the difference
July 5, 2012
Topics: Diabetes, Maternity (Pregnancy)
By Virginia Kennedy, BSN, RN
A mother's dream of an easy pregnancy begins as early as the positive test result. However, about midway through five percent of pregnancies, some unwelcome news arrives: the mom has developed gestational diabetes (GD).
What is GD?
As the third trimester of pregnancy starts, mothers have a surge of pregnancy-related hormones, which can create "insulin resistance." This means insulin has a harder time doing its job, which is to deliver glucose (or sugar) to cells throughout the body. Instead, the glucose builds up in the bloodstream, causing high blood sugar.
The risks
If GD remains untreated or "uncontrolled," both mom and baby can have complications. Babies can be large - over nine pounds - at birth. Large babies increase the chances for a cesarean section. If the baby grows too large too fast due to the extra glucose in the bloodstream, moms can go into early labor. If delivered early, the baby's lungs may not be fully developed, causing difficulty in breathing. An early arrival can also mean the liver isn't fully developed, resulting in a yellowing of the baby's skin called jaundice.
Another complication after birth for the baby is hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar. If mom's blood sugar stays high throughout the pregnancy, the baby becomes used to those levels. After delivery, the baby can't rely on mom as sugar source, and the baby's blood sugar may drop significantly, causing hypoglycemia. The baby may need treatment to stabilize his sugar levels.
The good news
By working with their health care team and with help from their families, most moms can successfully manage GD with a mix of a balanced diet, exercise and medication. And GD is generally temporary. After the baby's birth, mom's ability to maintain normal blood sugar levels return.
Eating well: The entire family can participate in a healthy eating plan. Healthy food choices, correct portion sizes and eating regular meals benefits mom and baby, but making this a permanent lifestyle change can help the family achieve long-term health goals.
Staying on the move: Exercise is a powerful weapon in fighting diabetes. In pregnancy, safety issues like balance need to be considered when choosing a physical activity. Many moms find 30 minutes of walking or swimming every day an easy way to meet their exercise goals.
Keeping a log of your blood sugar: Moms with GD should regularly test their blood sugar and keep a log of the results to share with their health care team. The team uses the log to determine the best care plan for mom and baby and achieve a positive birthing experience.
Taking medications as needed: If healthy eating and exercise cannot adequately control the mother's blood glucose, her doctor may add medications to her plan of care.
Once baby is here
Moms and babies with GD get some special follow-up care after delivery. Newborns are checked regularly to make sure they can regulate their blood sugar, and moms are checked at six weeks to make sure their ability to produce and correctly use insulin has returned.Moms are encouraged to keep up with their pregnancy diet and exercise plan since both contribute to overall good health for themselves and their families. Moms with GD are more are likely to develop Type 2 diabetes later in life, so starting and keeping a healthy lifestyle is particularly important to preventing Type 2.
Pregnancy is a special and wonderful time of anticipation. Don't let a manageable complication like GD hamper your experience. If you are diagnosed with GD, you can turn this into an ongoing healthier lifestyle for you and your entire family.
To learn more, give us a call at (512)324-1891.
If you or someone you know needs help managing gestational diabetes, please call Seton's Diabetes Education Center at (512)324-1891. Seton offers gestational diabetes classes several times a week in English and Spanish. The classes are held in Travis and Williamson County. These classes are covered by most insurance plans with a physician order.
Also, if you had GD while you were pregnant and are concerned about developing diabetes in the future, now is the best time to participate in a prevention seminar. Our next session is August 8, 2012 and it is free.
Nutritional counseling is another service coordinated through the Diabetes Education Center. Call (512)324- 1891 if you have nutritional concerns during pregnancy.
About the author: Virginia Kennedy is a registered nurse and diabetes educator at Seton Diabetes Education Center. She has 30 years experience in perinatal nursing and gestational diabetes before shifting her focus to diabetes education and diabetes prevention. Virginia works with all aspects of diabetes and regularly teaches diabetes education classes for gestational diabetes, Type 2 diabetes and sees persons with Type 1 diabetes.


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George Ayittey Discusses Why Africa is Poor on BBC radios Exchanges on the World Economy
Recorded: Friday, October 25, 2013
Ghanaian economist and Research Fellow, George Ayittey argues that Africa is poor because it is not freedue to dictatorships. He spoke with host Justin Rowlatt and an audience at Paris Dauphine University in Paris.
Experts: George B. N. AyitteyType: RadioIssues: Culture/ Society, Diplomacy and Foreign Aid, Economic History and Development (International), Economic Policy, Economists, Free Market Economics, Trade
The New International Arms Race in SpaceAnd How to Avoid It
Recorded: Friday, March 7, 2008
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Did the United States test an anti-satellite weapon when it shot down an out-of-control spy satellite earlier this month? Or was it a precautionary measure to protect people on the ground who might have been hit with a fuel tank filled with a poisonous gas?
Experts: Peter L. Hays, Theresa Hitchens, Jeff Kueter, Mike MooreType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Defense and Foreign Policy, Diplomacy and Foreign Aid, Government Secrecy, History (International), History (U.S), Science, Technology
The Secret to Making Poor Nations Rich
Recorded: Thursday, February 21, 2008
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For decades, efforts to end world poverty have focused on redistributing wealth, rather than creating it. This approach, however, has done little to foster long-term economic progress in Africa.
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Orange Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe
Dining alone? Try this colorful salad from Mary Lewis of Norman, Oklahoma. Refreshing mandarin oranges and a creamy citrus dressing complement tender cubes of chicken, pasta spirals, veggies and sliced red grapes. Truly, it's an entree in itself!
- 1/2 cup uncooked spiral pasta
- 1/2 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
- 1/4 cup mandarin oranges
- 1/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/4 cup halved seedless red grapes
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 3 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a small bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, oranges, cucumber, grapes and onion.
- In another bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Yield: 1 serving.
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The last two weeks have been very kind to the Georgia Bulldogs on the college football recruiting trail, as UGA picked up two offensive line commitments in Brandon Kublanow and Josh Cardiello. Kublanow is a 6'2", 295 pound guard out of Marietta (Ga.) Walton High School. Cardiello is a 6'3", 285 pound center from Buford (Ga.) High School. Kublanow is a consensus four-star recruit, while Cardiello is rated three stars.
What makes Kublanow such an impressive recruit? Strength. Kublanow is extremely strong. He has a powerful punch and when he uses good technique, his leg drive is excellent as well. He is also rarely knocked off center, which speaks to his coordination and balance. Kublanow is not very tall, and he needs to continue to play low in order to negate his lack of height.
Cardiello is a different style of offensive lineman. He's a bit undersized, but uses his quickness to secure favorable angles. He most likely projects as a center, and will need to add strength. Cardiello does not have a huge frame, but with a good strength and conditioning program, he should be able to get up to 300 pounds, which will help him to not get bullied by all but the best nose guards in the SEC.
Georgia now sits at 17 commitments in the class of 2013 and three offensive line recruits.
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Groundhog in henhouse
First for me. Went to check on chickens this morning and saw a groundhog near henhouse. Let chickens out and went to shut them in tonite and the groundhog was in the coop feasting on the chicken feed while chickens on roost. I think his days are numbered.
All hat and no cattle.
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Chuck is looking for a dry place to spend the winter.
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Roasting one of them started "Ground Hog Day" in Punxatawney PA.
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Invite Ed down to stay in the coop, I haven't seen a wood chuck any where around here since Ed left.
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Joe, he came home with me. Heard I had sweet corn, in the garden. Ed
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UDCC continues its look state by state at the UFO phenomena as posted on YouTube --- here's a daytime UFO/ORB from 2006 - really an excellent example of the anomalous.
Here's a real strange one - a 2009 daytime `egg' moving about - and unintentionally caught on camera I assume.
It was a little harder to find UFO videos for Alabama than some states - many videos were of the famous prediction that a UFO would be over Alabama on Oct. 14th, 2008 - that said, here's another - 2004 and `another' nighttime Triangle.
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Here is a look at how the Patriots' first-year players performed in the team's Week 13 win over the Colts.
OT Nate Solder (first round, 17th overall) — Solder started at right tackle, with Sebastian Vollmer sidelined with an injury. Solder had some struggles with the Colts' speed rushers but held his ground for the most part. Solder also played as the team's extra tight end on some offensive plays.
RB Stevan Ridley (3, 72) — Ridley couldn't take advantage of an increase in touches against a bad defense. He led the team with eight carries for 33 yards (4.1-yard average). It was encouraging to see Ridley get extra carries, but the Patriots likely would have liked to see more production.
OT Marcus Cannon (5, 138) — Cannon filled in at right tackle on the plays in which Solder was eligible as a tight end.
DB Sterling Moore (undrafted) — Moore lost his starting spot to WR Matthew Slater, who was playing safety for the first time in his career, and came into the game late at corner. Moore got turned around by Colts WR Pierre Garcon on a 33-yard touchdown. He finished the game with one tackle.
Notes — QB Ryan Mallett (3, 73) and RB Shane Vereen (2, 56) were inactive. ... LS Danny Aiken (undrafted) was perfect on snaps.


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Mr. Miller,
Are you referring to General Sheridan's cruel and inhumane treatment when he drove some cattle from Grand Ronde to Newport in bad weather to keep some Native Americans from starving?
Study your history of Sheridan in Oregon and welcome to 2013. If you don't like the Phil Sheridan Days celebration, don't attend or better yet, change the name of the town.
George Zimmerman was following Trayvon Martin.
Regardless of what you believe, the City of Sheridan was named in honor of General Phil Sheridan. Portraying Sheridan in the parade is absolutely nothing than a remembrance of the man for whom the town was named for. To use it as a slam and to drag people through the mud is a travesty and tells me something about their personality.
As to Zimmerman, you are partially correct. Zimmerman had been following Martin. At the time Martin assaulted Zimmerman, Zimmerman was not following anyone and was returning to his vehicle. But hey, the court records are wrong, the witnesses lied..........................
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Extra Terrestrial Hair - New Mesh
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Hi Atz skylark!! it's chantelle from facebook, I just love this hair it looks great on the elf sims (if they are elves? ) It's sort of anime yet I think you've managed to get it looking natural in the game. looks like it's flowing in the wind, very pretty <3
- 21 April 2011 17:25
- Acornicus said...
Your really improving! Keep up the good work!! :3
- 21 April 2011 18:52
- prettaylittleliar said...
hdtgnhjlktrj So cute! o: !!
- 22 April 2011 08:09
Hi hun its TDC95 from the sims3.com, i have yet to hear of any progress of the stuff your making for me, hope all is going well, you can contect me on mts my user name is the same as it is on thesims3.com nice hair btw.
- 22 April 2011 11:06
- 23 April 2011 08:07
- judy555 said...
Wow!!!! Fantastic, amazing hair, really lovely.
Thank you very very much!!!!!!
- 23 April 2011 14:01
- judy555 said...
Sorry for the double post, it said the code did not match, and I put in the code , then it double posted. I would delete it , but don't know how.
Again sorry.
- 23 April 2011 14:05
- Skylark Sims Studio said...
Thanks all of you!!
@T sorry I haven't been on thesims3.com a lot lately, but dont worry I have been working on your requests and your hair is nearly done, the ceiling thingy is done too but i need to update the specular because of odd shadows, I know you've been waiting anxiously for them but I'll put you out of your misery soon dear :D
@judy no problem i'll delete the double post
- 23 April 2011 17:50
- QueenDivetta said...
@T I want to share a link with some rococo stuff, but I can't comment on your profile. Will you please comment on mine so I can reply with the stuff? I think you'll like it!
@Skylark Sorry to use your post to contact him haha, I haven't seen him around anywhere else and I've been looking for him! If you contact him through mts, would you let him know I'm looking for him? Love this hair btw, DLed and used in game :)
- 25 April 2011 06:14
Hi hun its TDC95 again ok thanks for the update, and wow more hair hmmm if its womens im excited if its mens it better have a bowe on the pony tail and curles on the side because thats what mens 18th century hair is like, yay thanks so much for the update, i will have to open a account on here lol
- 25 April 2011 17:19
You're improving alot!
The bangs are done really well!
~I <3 it for fairies~
- 26 April 2011 14:32
there is a sims2 version of this hair because I really don't like sims3 (models).
- 3 May 2011 22:18
- Skylark Sims Studio said...
thanks again everyone :)
anon above, there isn't a sims 2 version of this, i made it for TS3 only
- 4 May 2011 02:09
Hey buddy its T again are my requests close to being done?
- 5 May 2011 14:08
Great hair!
- 1 September 2011 15:19
- Anita said...
Thanks Sims2fanbg!
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2012 Moto2 world champion Marc Marquez rode an incredible to race to win his final race in the class before moving up to MotoGP for 2013.
Marquez was forced to start from last on the grid after colliding with Simone Corsi on Friday, but the Spaniard had moved up to 11th by the end of the first lap.
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revnev7 says:
Hell of a ride,a year to learn Moto gp,and then watch him go!
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Is Gino Rea not British?
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that was pretty fkn impressive.
Feb 11
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davevr46 says:
he was riding so fast , becuase he was trying to get away from princeofrepsol , didnt fancy been teabaged.
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Hedgehog5 says:
... I swear they look for reasons to make him start from the back of the grid just to see him present the spectacle he did today.
Jan 09
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holestonecowboy says:
What do you not get moto4. Gino was running near the front and fell off. He was probably the most disappointed of the brits.
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Nostrodamus says:
Once more Marquez has displayed through his actions, folly or foul, that the back of the grid is no impediment to greatness. The way he scythed through the pack in those first few corners and then relentlessly hunted down the leaders was awe inspiring. Surely he must have convinced a few of the remaining doubters that he is most certainly going to be a contender on a MotoGP bike. Perhaps not for the title, but I see race wins for MM 2013.
One superstar bows out, yet the circus has a another waiting in the wings.
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Marquez, class act without doubt, he's going to be a problem in MotoGP until he realises that you just can't go bashing into other riders if they're in his way, he's got to have a bit more respect, but once that's sorted, he's going to be winning races next year.
Gino showed again what good potential he has, sorry to see him go down, but he was trying. Oh yeah, Smith, what can I say that I have'nt said dozens of times before, a total under-achiever, Mr embarrasing Brit, I really can't believe he'd got the nerve to show himself on TV, another load of excuses, apart from, he's no comittment.
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Old Viscosity - Port Brewing
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Reviews by ONovoMexicano:
New Mexico
4.38/5 rDev +5.5%
A 2012 bottle brought by a friend from California. I am drinking this gem while watching Monday Night Football. I poured the beer into a Samuel Smith's nonic pint glass.
Right off the bat, the huge frothy head with a mocha or cappuccino resemblance surges to the top of the glass. The beer itself is a deep oil color, which makes sense considering that viscosity reminds me of old Pennzoil commercials. The lacing is abundant and the head remains long after the pour.
The beer smells of roasted malt, fireside smoke, and oak. There are notes of chocolate, caramel and subtle sweetness. I had to revisit the smell to really get some of the aroma, but as I continued drinking they emerged well.
For a beer with 10% alcohol, I was really impressed by how well it was masked on the taste. I suspect a year of aging may have something to do with this, but either way, the beer is smooth-sipping and free of burn, which allows more focus on other flavors. The beer starts off dry and offers plenty of roasted malt and caramel, then coffee, chocolate and a bit of oatmeal.
After having Samuel Smith's Oatmeal Stout earlier in the day, that set the standard for smoothness and creaminess in a stout. However, this beer, while not as thick on the mouth and creamy, is still smooth and doesn't burn the mouth.
A great beer and essentially everything I expect from the spectacular Port Brewing outfit.
10-22-2013 02:08:10 | More by ONovoMexicano
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North Carolina
4.18/5 rDev +0.7%
I can't believe this is the first time I have had this beer.Pours a jet black except for just a hint of chocolate brown when held to the light,a large fluffy deep beige head atop.Smells like sweet alcohol and dark fruit over top of chocolate and roast.The roast plays a much bigger role on the palate,roasted and charred with caramel and alcohol dipped dark fruit on the palte,I have to say the alcohol lingers.This is an old school favorite and Iam glad to finally try it,it kicks ass.
12-18-2013 23:50:55 | More by oberon
4.45/5 rDev +7.2%
Appearance This is a deadly brown in color with some light ruby hues around the edges. The booze killed the head, but theres still lacing on the glass because the thick malty liquid coats it like grease in a pot.
Smell This is fine malt in its purest form. Its made up of some light bakers chocolate, very light coffee bean, a hint of vanilla, and raw burnt grain. The sugars are mostly raw brown but they are mild. The alcohol is elegant and light, like the kind you get from a Godiva liqueur.
Taste The blackened grain comes out wonderfully at the taste. It leads the way for the other characteristics from the nose. The booze is a little stiffer but not harsh; again like a fine chocolate liquer. The chocolate itself turns super-dark.
Mouthfeel This is bigger than medium-bodied but not full and the alcohol is slightly stinging but not harsh. The beauty here is its namesake the viscosity. It is so slick and greasy in the cheeks you get the feeling of what an engine experiences after a can of Slick 50.
Drinkability Are you kidding me? This is one of the best ASAs on the market and certainly one of the most drinkable big beers that Ive ever had.
09-16-2006 03:35:27 | More by RoyalT
4.15/5 rDev 0%
Review from BeerAdvocate Magazine April 2007.
"Not your dad's wimpy 30 weight!" shouts the label, with an illustration of a man lying underneath a vintage truck, pulling pints of motor oil from the engine. Yikes!
As suggested on the label, this is one hell of an opaque beer--like, scary opaque. "Motor-oil black" would be a good description; topped with a rich, coffee-colored lacing. Surprisingly soft in the aroma, but full of chocolate, cake, Ovaltine, roasted grains, figs and ripe, dark, forest fruits. Whoa, this is one intensely rich and robust beer--nearly heart-stopping. Mouthfeel is huge and viscous at first, not as full-bodied as we expected. The carbonation is uplifting, tingly, and creates some fluffiness on the palate. Malt flavors are all over the place: dense chocolate cake, blackstrap molasses, chocolate chip cookies, brownies, black treacle syrup, slightly acrid coffee and a nice dollop of rounding toffee. Hints of spicy hops dance around a barely noticeable alcohol presence--though it does get a bit solvent-like after a while. Figs; some vanilla; date-like sugars. A cutting, raisiny edge highlights the beer's acrid notes and pulls through as the beer warms. Finish is very dry, powdery, and leaves you thirsting for another sip, with a big, residual, roasted astringency.
And yes, this is a sipping beer. The 10 percent is well hidden in the dark chaos, so watch your ass with this one. We have no idea what this beer is--motor oil? A Russian Imperial Stout? They call it a Strong Ale, so it's best just to agree and enjoy. Pairing could be futile. Just drop it into a snifter and share with friends.
04-07-2010 20:24:33 | More by BeerAdvocate
3.75/5 rDev -9.6%
05-01-2012 23:31:22 | More by bdkucharski
4.15/5 rDev 0%
Been holding on to this one for several months now. Received in a trade I know, but unfortunetly it was too long ago for me to remember. 350th beer review, figured I'd break out a supposedly great beer.
Pours dark brown, but sits in the glass nearly opaque. Dark brown hues show through at the edges. Small light brown head formed on the pour but reduced to a skim layer. Head formation, retention and lacing are weak.
Aroma is nice. Chocolate and coffee, dark roasted malts. Wiffs of smoke. Very stout like to me. Straightforward aroma really.
Nice chocolaty flavor, coffee and roasted notes all over the place again. Has some caramel and dark fruit undertones and some basic hopping of pine and grass. Well hidden alcohol, there are some faint flares of it, but its not a detractor.
Flavor coats the mouthwell and leaves behind a nice roasted flavor. Full bodied and slick on the tongue. A good bit of carbonation makes this really refreshing and a bit crisp.
Great drinkability. Dark roasted flavors but refreshing crispness. Hidden alcohol and smooth overall flavor make this one go down easy. Good stuff. Kind of breaks style guidelines, not a typical strong ale...closer to a double stout. Similar to Dark Horse's Black Bier.
06-20-2007 00:30:05 | More by blitz134
4.5/5 rDev +8.4%
04-20-2013 15:36:19 | More by bulldogg915
4.53/5 rDev +9.2%
Pours a pitch dark mobil oil with little mocha head. Some lacing, but not a lot with the amount of head. Cant see much of anything through this, looks more like a Stout, RIS.
Smell malt and alcohol. Roasted malts, this should be yummy.
Taste kicks me in the ass. Little sweet prolly due to ABV, but very malty, and full. Want to drink more, know I cant have many of these.
Mouthfeel is a little syrupy. Carbonation is good, maybe a little mess.
Drinkability is excellent. I want lots of these. Give me more. Reminds me of my favorite Great Divide Yeti, but thickness isnt the same. More sweet. Overall, excellent.
02-15-2007 00:42:08 | More by JasonA
4/5 rDev -3.6%
08-11-2013 18:26:18 | More by danthehopslamman
4.38/5 rDev +5.5%
I've got to get more of Port Brewing's beers; the ones I've tried have been excellent. This beer was a very dark brown with red highlights. A medium tan head with good lacing. Coffee, chocolate, dark fruit aroma. Ditto on the taste, with some bread also. The alcohol is noticeable, but not intrusive. Very comfortable beer.
07-02-2008 22:15:10 | More by lordofthewiens
4.23/5 rDev +1.9%
Bottled on date is smeared, but this was purchased August 2010.
A - Pours black with two fingers of brown head. Head has decent retention, but doesn't leave much lacing.
S - Aroma is chocolate, oak, nuts, some dark dried fruits and a faint sweetness.
T - Rich chocolate cake, nice oak presence with a faint amount of char, some dark dried fruits (maybe fig), faint hops presence, coffee and a bit of alcohol. Very nice overall.
M - Mouthfeel is on the fuller end of medium, not as think as I thought it would be. Has some creaminess too it, and finishes with a tannin dryness.
O - A very enjoyable beer. The medium mouthfeel works well here, showing that big flavored beers don't need to be heavy.
02-19-2012 02:52:51 | More by warnerry
4.43/5 rDev +6.7%
22 oz bottle. Pours a dark brown with a creamy brown head that retains well and laces the glass.
The aroma is sweet baking chocolate, some coffee and grains, a touch of molasses and fruits.
The flavor is sweet fudgy chocolate followed by some roasted nuts, coffee and some dark fruits. There is some alcohol present, but it's well done and not offensive. The finish has a good amount of bitterness. The mouthfeel is medium to full bodied with low carbonation.
Overall, this is very complex and could easily be a mixed together mess, but it is very well put together and all the different flavors just accentuate each other. It's sublime and a very decadent and tasty treat.
11-01-2008 05:46:33 | More by Beaver13
4/5 rDev -3.6%
08-14-2014 01:07:24 | More by TimoP
Rhode Island
4.2/5 rDev +1.2%
08-16-2014 15:53:36 | More by Doomcifer
New Hampshire
4.5/5 rDev +8.4%
06-10-2014 01:44:40 | More by JakerLou
New York
4.35/5 rDev +4.8%
Large bottle, no freshness indication, pours dark, real dark, great looking dark tan head, leaving fine, scattered lacing and nicely knit sheeting. sniff of an alcoholic dark chocolate milk shake. Yum. Intense, complex and interesting concoction....loads of dark chocolate, chocolate syrup, rum soaked fudge, black expresso beans. Fine beer, dark beer lovers rejoice and go get some.
08-28-2007 02:28:17 | More by Billolick
4.35/5 rDev +4.8%
Ok...I'm expecting good things here...let's just put it out there right now.
Spent motor oil in color...less than 1/4 finger of tan head. Lacing thin and lasting only a handful of seconds.
Beautifully inticing in the nose...vanilla, oak, chocolate and more (but I'll save some for the flavor).
Rum soaked raisins up front...molasses, roasted almond, more dark chocolate and some fruity hops rounded up the taste.
Alcohol is there...no hiding the fact, but goes down super smooth with each sip and this is definitely a sipper.
Thick mouthfeel...bitterness takes away any sweet, cloyingness that may try to show. Quite carbonated, but wouldn't know it from the pour.
Gonna have to equal out the drinkability...no doubt I can consume this bomber, but don't think I'm reaching for anything else after...forget it.
Great offering from my new best friends in MA....welcome!
02-02-2007 01:05:36 | More by warriorsoul
4.06/5 rDev -2.2%
The Beers of California
Bottled Date: 11/14/12
A: Black, thick, and viscous like oil with a soft pillow of light brown head, which beckons my sleepy head and refuses to dissipate.
S: Bouzy with sweet cocoa, vanilla, and espresso bitterness. There are also some notes of raisins and moist soil.
T: There is a large vein of bouziness with branches of vanilla and espresso bitterness. The edges are burnt wood and there is an added component of raisiny sweetness. The vanilla smoothness brings to mind marshmallows, paired with leaves, earth and the smell of soiled hands after a hard days work.
M: Smooth as silk yet still manages to pack a wallop. Perfect carbonation and full bodied.
O: Round and strongly built, this sturdy stout is smooth and complex but not overpowering. Port shoots for the moon and barely misses landing in the stars. This stout, although not amongst the greats, still deserves respect.
01-26-2013 04:37:01 | More by ElSid
3.5/5 rDev -15.7%
09-26-2013 02:53:24 | More by mctizzz
3.75/5 rDev -9.6%
Appearance: dark brown in color, 1/4 inch head, clear, high carbonation
Smell:sweet cream, burnt malt, caramel
Taste: burnt malt, cream, chocolate, oak, and licorice
Mouthfeel: heavy, medium/high carbonation, sweet with the bitter burnt malt backbone
Drinkability:This is a good sipper just due to the fact that it is one of the heaviest beers I have ever had. I could have two. I like the oaky taste a lot. Very good.
02-16-2010 16:45:56 | More by tigg924
3.6/5 rDev -13.3%
Pours out black with a tan head that doesn't last and leaves no lacing. Smell is excellent, chocolate-y, dark fruits, vanilla and oak. Unfortunately, the taste has a strong alcohol taste and burn to it. You can sense the malty flavors beneath, but they're being overpowered at the moment. Thick mouthfeel, carbonation was borderline flat. Too much alcohol for now. I think this would be amazing with age on it.
02-02-2007 04:58:28 | More by badbeer
4.5/5 rDev +8.4%
Thanks to Kaiser81 for sending me this bottle as an extra.
Pours black with a beige head. The aroma is strong roasted malt and oak. The flavor is great, with coffee, oak and roasted malt. You also get some vanilla. Not much alcohol in the flavor but you do get some alcohol warming. You get a little bitterness at the very end. Very viscous beer and very smooth and creamy. Awesome beer.
12-31-2009 21:59:50 | More by Mora2000
4.33/5 rDev +4.3%
Opened 22 ounce bomber bottle, poured into Nonic glass.
Poured a dark tan colored head of ½" atop a dark black opaque brew (it was that dark).
Smell is of dark chocolate with notes of coffee... Almost frappacino smelling. Taste is similar to smell, with a slight hint of vanilla, presumably from the oak, but I really have to look to find any oak at all. Mouth feel is a bit viscous - as the name might suggest - really nice brew. Finish is good with slight but present aftertaste. Really nice finish. I plan on buying more of this.
As I look at the bottom of the empty bottle, the smell is almost as impressive as what is coming from the glass... Really good stuff.
05-02-2008 05:07:42 | More by mattster
4.35/5 rDev +4.8%
Okay, this is just a phenomenal beer. Black pour, thick short brown head, solid aroma of molasses, roasted malt, chocolate, and some hops. Strong taste of mostly the same, with leather, old wood, soy, and some alcohol in the finish. Very smooth. Love that they bottled this.
12-11-2008 00:23:04 | More by magictrokini
4/5 rDev -3.6%
06-18-2014 02:27:43 | More by mkrass
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Portugal winger Nani, coming of a strong end to his club season at Manchester United, has been ruled out of the 2010 World Cup with a bruised left collarbone, the Portuguese soccer federation confirmed on Tuesday.
Benfica Ruben Amorim has replaced the 23-year-old attacker in Portugal's World Cup squad, and any placing time Nani was scheduled to get is now expected to revert back to Simão.
Nani has accumulated 36 caps and seven goals for the Selecçao since he debuted in 2006. The Cape Verde-born Portuguese scored four goals in 23 league appearances for Manchester United, featuring prominently on the left side of United's attack at year's end.
Nani suffered the injury in Portugal's June 1 friendly against Cameroon yet managed to finish the match after coming on in the second half. The injury was unresponsive to treatment in the days that followed, ruling the Portuguese out of of his first World Cup.


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