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Seeley & King Discuss Grounding "Grayson" in Reality
Despite gods and monsters inhabiting the DCU, Tom King & Tim Seeley tell CBR about keeping their book grounded and the upcoming faceoff with Midnighter.
Tom King Explores the Undercover History of "Grayson"
Former CIA officer and lifelong Grayson fan Tom King details the hidden corners of Spyral, from agent antagonist The Tiger to Helena Bertinelli.
CBR TV: Tim Seeley on Guiding "Grayson" & "Batman Eternal"
Tim Seeley boarded the CBR Yacht to discuss the development and buildup to "Grayson," as well as his experience as part of the "Batman Eternal" team.
EXCL. PREVIEW: "Grayson" #2 SPYRALs Out of Control
Dick Grayson learns more about his new partner, Helena Bertinelli, in an exclusive preview of DC Comics' "Grayson" #2 by Tim Seeley & Mikel Janin.
REVIEW: Seely, King & Janin's "Grayson" #1
Tim Seely, Tom King and Mikel Janin's "Grayson" #1 is "a solid start to an interesting new book and new direction for DC."
PREVIEW: Seeley & Janin Launch "Grayson" #1
Former Robin & Nightwing Dick Grayson is now a secret agent, with his latest ventures chronicled in Tim Seeley, Tom King & Mikel Janin's "Grayson."
Seeley, King Enter the DCU's Espionage World in "Grayson"
Tim Seeley and Tom King turn the one-time Nightwing into a gun-wielding spy in "Grayson," which co-stars Helena Bertinelli - but don't call her Huntress!
Dick Grayson Turns Secret Agent in New DC Series
"Grayson," from the creative team of Tim Seeley, Tom King and Mikel Janín, places the former Nightwing in a new role: superspy.
EXCL. PREVIEW: DeMatteis & Janin's "Justice League Dark" #27
Constantine and his team run afoul of Blight! The "Forever Evil" tie-in continues in "Justice League Dark" #27 by J.M. DeMatteis & Mikel Janin.
REVIEW: Constantine Features in DeMatteis & Janin's "Justice League Dark" #24
J.M. DeMatteis & Mikel Janin take Constantine through the House of Mystery in "Justice League Dark" #24, exploring the aftermath of "Trinity War."
PREVIEW: "Forever Evil" Posesses "Justice League Dark" #24
On Oct. 23, Constantine finds himself alone in a world corrupted by the Crime Syndicate - and under the control of J.M. DeMatteis and Mikel Janin.
PREVIEW: DeMatteis Debuts as Writer on "Justice League Dark" #24
DC Comics has released an early look at Mikel Janin's art from "Justice League Dark" #24, writer J.M. DeMatteis' debut on the title. The "Forever Evil" tie-in hits stores October 23.
EXCLUSIVE: DeMatteis Joins "Justice League Dark" in November
"Justice League 3000" co-writer J.M. DeMatteis takes on a present version of the super-team, as he joins DC Comics' "Justice League Dark" in November as its new ongoing writer.
PREVIEW: "Trinity War" Heads for its Conclusion in "Justice League Dark" #23
DC Comics has released an early look at Mikel Janin's art from "Justice LEague Dark" #23, the penultimate chapter in the "Trinity War" crossover event. The issue, written by Jeff Lemire, hits stores August 21.
REVIEW: Fawkes, Lemire & Janin's "Justice League Dark" #21
Doug Zawisza gives "Justice League Dark" #21 4 stars, saying the series by Ray Fawkes, Jeff Lemire and Mikel Janin has "consistently been the best title of the relaunch."
EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: "Justice League Dark" #21
DC Comics has provided CBR with an exclusive preview of "Justice League Dark" #21 by Ray Fawkes, Jeff Lemire & Mikel Janin. The Flash and Swamp Thing guest-star June 26.
Cover of the Week - April 24
Swamp Thing turns to house-sitting, Tom Taylor goes straight to Hades, Darla Deering faces The Thing (and The Thing, and The Thing…), Marvel's first family gets lost in time and space and Deadpool screams for ice cream.
Johns, Lemire Declare DC Comics' "Trinity War" In July
DC Comics' long-awaited "Trinity War" crossover event kicks off in July as all three Justice Leagues clash under the watch of Geoff Johns and Jeff Lemire while the Trinity of Sin looks on.
REVIEW: "Detective Comics" #19
Greg McElhatton gives "Detective Comics" #19 4 stars, calling the 900th consecutive issue of DC's flagship series by John Layman, James Tynion and a giant art team "a nice way to turn 900."
Cover of the Week - March 27
This week, Kevin flies solo as Deadpool pays a visit to Scrooge, DC's magical heroes make a stand, a bandaged Jack takes center stage, the gang at Morning Glory Academy take a bow and Elektra & Frank Castle share a moment
Fawkes Talks Destiny of Swamp Thing & Flash in "Justice League Dark"
Swamp Thing & The Flash join "Justice League Dark" in April and CBR spoke to writer Ray Fawkes about the demons, personal and otherwise, the team will face.
Lemire and Fawkes Possess "Justice League Dark"
Ray Fawkes and Jeff Lemire discuss co-writing "Justice League Dark," from their initial "The Death of Magic" storyline to the upcoming "Trinity War," the future of Black Orchid in "Animal Man" and Steve Trevor's motives.
REVIEW: "Justice League Dark Annual" #1
Doug Zawisza gives "Justice League Dark Annual" #1 4.5 stars, saying the issue by Jeff Lemire and Mikel Janin is "a great story filled with incredible characters" and "a complete -- and completely entertaining -- adventure."
REVIEW: "Justice League Dark" #12
Doug Zawisza gives "Justice League Dark" #12 4 stars, saying the issue by writer Jeff Lemire and artist Mikel Janin is "innovative and fun, breathing new life into old concepts."
Lemire Takes a Road Trip in "Animal Man"
Eisner-nominated writer Jeff Lemire spoke to CBR about this week's "Animal Man" #7 and teases the future of his his critically-acclaimed series, as well as a crossover with "Swamp Thing."
EXCLUSIVE: Lemire Hellblazes "Justice League Dark"
Writer Jeff Lemire takes over "Justice League Dark" from Peter Milligan with #9, and CBR spoke exclusively with the Canadian cartoonist about his turn to the Dark side and John Constantine.
EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: "Justice League Dark" #5
DC Comics has provided CBR with an exclusive preview of Peter Milligan and Mikel Janin's "Justice League Dark" #5. A member of the League falls on January 25!
REVIEW: "Justice League Dark" #1
Kelly Thompson gives "Justice League Dark" #1 4 stars calling Peter Milligan and Mikel Janin's integration of Vertigo characters back into the DCU "well executed...edgy and modern."
Comics A.M. - Should Feminists Give Up on Superhero Comics?
Is it a waste of time to push for better portrayals of women? Sneak peek at "Batgirl" #2! Alex Ross art exhibit opening at The Warhol! A look at the growth of webcomics! Mikel Janin goes exclusive with DC!
Milligan Taps Into His "(Justice League) Dark" Side
Peter Milligan spoke with CBR News about what the "dark" in "Justice League Dark" really means while sharing an exclusive look at art by series artist Mikel Janin.
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Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Mop?: A Lesson in Handling Fear
Doug Peterson, Greg Hardin, John Trent
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His Holiness Presides Over Debate at Gyuto (March 17, 2007)
The Karmapa presided over the debates on Tantra held at Gyuto Monastery on March 17, 2007, held pursuant to the Gyutoe Ramoche tradition. Gaden Tripa, Ling Rinpoche was in attendance. His Holiness greeted the Gaden Tripa and noted the importance to Tibetan Buddhism of examinations in Tantra. Read the rest of this article


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Future Pistons: Pom and Dance Competition
Take a look at this behind-the-scenes report from the Pistons Classic: Pom and Dance Competition hosted at The Palace.


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Becchio already being touted by the media as one of the flops of the january transfer window. On advisement by Mr. Lawro perhaps?
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Sprint adds WiMax to WiFi router as it prepares to expand 4G coverage
As Sprint (NYSE:S) prepares to expand its 4G footprint beyond Baltimore, it is tweaking its product portfolio to take advantage of the enhanced speeds of Clearwire's WiMax network. It has begun selling dual-mode WiMax-EV-DO versions of Novatel's MiFi personal hotspot�and the�business-targeted CradlePoint wireless broadband router, both of which redistribute capacity from mobile broadband connections to multiple WiFi devices. more
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Incredibly Thorough DOCTOR WHO Infographic
By Kyle Anderson on November 19, 2013
This one was passed on to me via Leigh at halloweencostumes.com. They've created an incredibly detailed and thorough infographic about 50 years of Doctor Who containing pretty much everything we know up to this point. It's even got the McGann regeneration on there! Man, talk about up to the minute! Thanks for the share.
Infographic Created by HalloweenCostumes.com
Here's a full size version of the infographic, since clicking on the image above links directly to HalloweenCosutmes.com instead of zooming in.
This infograph contains incorrect information regarding the Chameleon Circuit in the TARDIS. The sixth doctor did attempt repairs on the circuit which resulted in it changing into a wardrode/cabinet and a pipe organ. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVP1OxZ9nPk
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Targeted Testing and Treatment of Latent TB Infection
This slide presentation with streaming audio provides fully updated information on the rationale for TB screening, the meaning of targeted testing, risk factors for TB, priority candidates for testing, and current tools for detection. Dr. Kawamura compares the tuberculin skin test with new interferon gamma release assays (IGRAs), and concludes with a discussion of current treatment guidelines for LTBI and techniques for counseling and motivating a patient who is about to begin LTBI treatment. A question and answer guide, a printable PowerPoint slide file, and other useful resources are also included as supplemental materials.
Target Audience
- Clinicians and healthcare professionals
L. Masae Kawamura, M.D.
Director, TB Control Section
San Francisco Department of Public Health


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Spanning on either sides of Bosphorus ,Istanbul is the only one metropolitan city on two different continents in the world.3000 years of history makes her one of the oldest cities of the world as well.Istanbul had been the capital of Roman,Byzantine and Ottoman Empires for 1600 years and ruled by 120 emperors and sultans.
Through her 3000 years of history, Istanbul has been the meeting point of many different nations,cultures,languages and religions.Countless ancient monuments,Roman and Byzantine era edifices,Ottoman palaces,Armenian and Orthodox Curches and Synagogs have been carrying the traces of her vivid past.
Every single corner of Istanbul had vitnessed her long history.Speaking of Art and Culture,she offers a wide range of treasury from archeological artifacts to historical edifices,natural beauties to world famous museums.The district named old Istanbul has been registered to UNESCO World Heritage List since 1985.


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20 Easy Ways to Update Your Kitchen
You don't need to invest in a huge remodel to re-do your kitchen. Try these 20 clever design ideas to give your favorite room a fabulous face lift.
9. Add a Fresh Coat of White
Unify everything with white paint. Ditch laminate countertops for affordable oak. A silver-plated tray strikes a luxe note and serves as a spot for holding recipes: Just add magnets!
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Poll: Do you currently haul U.S. military freight?
This poll looks at what percentage of drivers are moving military freight, whether solo operators on general freight or a team with arms, ammunition and explosives loads. Or not. Weigh in yourself.
Remembering 9/11 as anniversary approaches: A trucker's story from ground zero
This month's issue of Truckers News commemorates the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with a look at how the trucking business has changed as a result of the disaster. The areas impacted largely include ...


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(KMOV) – Police in East St. Louis are investigating after an auto parts store was robbed by armed suspects Monday night.
Investigators said two men wearing black bandannas and carrying guns walked into the Auto Zone store at 27th and State streets around 8:26 p.m. and demanded money.
The suspects took as much as $500 then fled from the scene in a cream-colored Buick Century.
Police are reviewing surveillance video from the store to get a better look at the suspects or the license plate on the getaway car.


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Don't save all your energy for Saturday & Sunday, the professional drinkers celebrate St. Patrick's Day all weekend long!
Walk the Green Mile (aka 3 - 4 blocks) to 6 bars in Midtown dressed in your GREEN & drink like you're IRISH!
Event includes Leprechaun size beer & 5 hosted complementarySt Paddy's themed shots, free admission into all venues, food/drink specials, beads & after party with costume contest with prizes at Cosmo Lava at midnight!
Sponsored by Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey
Registration at Deadwood Saloon: 6PM - 11PM
Participating Bars & Clubs with Drink & Food Offerings TBA
[masked]PM Deadwood Saloon
[masked]PM Front Page News (Eating)
[masked]P Ri Ra
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1130-???? Cosmo Lava
Subject to change when the food specials are posted
Featured Drinks: $6 Leprechaun's Gold - Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey, 1/2 shot Goldschlager® cinnamon schnapps & 1/2 shot Irish cream
TICKETS: $20 ($5! for a limited time! Enter Promo Code "brian")
* MUST HAVE A VALID ID and be 21 & UP TO ATTEND EVENT *
As always, this event WILL GO UP! $5, $10, $15 (a week before), $20. I don't know how many times I have to say this and you see it increases every pubcrawl, but people wait until the last minute and complain.
Unfortunately, we could not find the check-in point and tried to call, but could not reach anyone on the numbers listed. This was my first event and hope to connect again with the group:)
March 16, 2013
Not well organized or coordinated. No one handing out name tags or introducing individuals to the group. And $20 for a green wrist band and watered down beer shots... really? Save your money folks. You'd be better off going to the individual bars on your own. My first and last time doing this.
March 15, 2013
Do you think there will be parking anywhere near the event or would I be better off riding the Train down to midtown?
March 15, 2013
Just paid for my ticket, looking forward to meeting everyone! LET's Party!
March 14, 2013
We just grab a coffee and speak French. Some people have been coming every week for months... it creates a kind of warmth to the group.
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The battle against hair loss is yours to win. For centuries we have been fighting hair loss with countless solutions. There are toupees, wigs, and now there are even surgeries and hair plugs. There are dozens of methods advertised, tons of varied solutions offered.Hair loss For those who suffer from hair loss, it may lead to low self esteem and less self confidence and self assurance. It may alter your positive self image and lead you to involve yourself less in social interactions. And with all these miracle cures that are advertised, the choice of one to aid you can be overwhelming. Each method makes claims to lead to a full head of hair, but how can you be sure they will work for you? Do any of them work? Are there any that truly prevent hair loss?Green tea and how it can help Loose leaf green tea, in addition to its multitudes of other health benefits, may prevent hair loss. Studies show that it may help in the battle against baldness. Green tea has many antioxidants and other types of nutrients that help to improve your health. It can help to fight off cancer cells, fight off diseases, and can help to slow down the aging process. It can alleviate stress and anxiety, help to relax you, and lead to a stronger, healthier life. It can fight off diabetes, depression, cardiovascular disease, and help to lower cholesterol and help you lose weight. Its positive effects are almost endless. Live a longer, fuller life by regularly drinking green tea, and it may even help you to look younger by fighting off the effects of aging such as hair loss. It contains a compound called epigallocatechin gallate or EGCG, which has been studied and shown to have marked benefits on general health. Research shows that nutrients in green tea help to suppress the production of various compounds that cause inimical health effects in the body and can lead to cancer, diseases, arthritis, and are also implicated in causing hair loss. In this way, green tea works to fight against baldness. Studies also show that high amounts of the compounds in green tea increase a hormone which may help to stimulate hair growth. The EGCG compound has been tested and in some studies results in increased hair growth. Studies also show that green tea consumption can help with eradicating dandruff. Green tea can help to interfere with and a protein that can cause skin cells to die off too quickly, leading to dandruff. It can be a healthier, more natural way to help cure this condition, rather than using products packed with harmful chemicals. Green tea can have other beneficial effects on skin and can help to alleviate inflammation. Green tea contains lots of nutrients and antioxidants that can help improve your hair health by strengthening it and softening it, bringing out your natural beauty. Green tea is a tasty beverage that can help with more than just hair problems. It is a healthful drink that also tastes delicious, and can help to enhance, lengthen, and improve your life with all of its health benefits.
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Health Benefits
Loose leaf white tea is loaded with health benefits, and is completely scrumptious. It has the most delicate flavor of all the tea types, of which there are four. (Green tea, oolong tea, and black tea being the other three.) It comes from the same plant as the other three types of tea. The plant is called camellia sinensis, but the difference between the teas is in the processing. White tea is the least oxidized of the tea types, in fact is not oxidized at all.Is white tea better than green tea? White tea is less oxidized than green tea. These means many things. It means that this type of tea has more antioxidants and nutrients than the other three types of teas. It also means that the flavor is the most delicate of the other three types. It's an interesting and unique tea and definitely worth experiencing. It can be an adventure to add and to mix different flavors such as fruits to loose leaf white tea and see what unique combinations can do to the taste. Many fruits can help to enhance the flavor. This type of tea has also been researched, and studies have shown that it has many benefits to your health. It has effects that may help to prevent cancer, and it may also help improve the strength of your immune system.Loose leaf vs. tea bags Loose leaf tea will always yield more benefits than tea bags. Tea bags have been processed and pounded to the point of leaving little more than dust. They are almost flavorless, and the chemicals used in the processing can leave the tea not only devoid of nutrients, but actually harmful to you. Going with loose leaves is the obvious choice. Loose leaves will yield the most wonderful aroma, and the best flavor, and the most health benefits. When brewing this tea, the water is able to move around the leaves, and brings out the best flavor. Loose leaf white tea contains catechin antioxidants and polyphenols, among other types of nutritional compounds that are excellent for you.White tea and flavor White tea is light in color, and has an airy, almost elusive aroma. Its flavor is subtle, but fruity, much less vegetal than green or oolong tea. It has a light and mild taste, which can be enhanced with fruits or nuts. It can be a great tea to start off trying, because of its airy, fruity flavor.How to brew white tea To brew loose leaf white tea, heat up some fresh water, but don't bring it to a boiling point. Let it steam, and pour in a large infuser to give the leaves plenty of room so that the most flavor can be brought out. Letting it steep from anywhere between three or five minutes will give you the perfect cup of tea. It's a great experience, and worth trying. If you enjoy this type of tea, start adding a few cups of it to your daily life. It's a delicious way to add some more health benefits to your healthy lifestyle.
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White Tea
Oolong tea, sometimes called wu long tea, and known to mean "black dragon," is one of the four main types of tea. Among these types of course there are countless different varieties. Black, white, and green tea are the other three main types of tea. They all are harvested from the camellia sinensis plant, but they are processed quite differently. It is in this processing that they acquire their very different flavors, aromas, and health benefits.The oxidation process White tea is the least processed of the teas, and undergoes no oxidation. Green tea undergoes a small amount of oxidation, and black tea undergoes the most of this process. Oolong is oxidized more than green tea, but less than black tea. The length of time it is left to oxidize will change its flavor and aroma, and it can vary from being more similar to the taste and flavor of green tea, to being closer to the fragrance and taste of black tea. Due to the complexity of the processing for this type of tea, it is varied in flavor.Oolong tea is varied Oolong can vary tremendously depending on the processing. Some types of this tea take a day to process, while others can be processed in the course of only hours. The varieties this creates leads to a unique and intriguing type of tea. Even subtle differences in the complex process of making oolong tea can have an impact on its flavor, and so there are many different flavors of oolong to experience. It is a complex and delectable tea, and worth trying and experimenting with the tastes of the different types of oolong tea.The effects on eczema Loose leaf oolong tea, in addition to being varied in flavor and a delectable, creative type of tea, may help to treat eczema. Studies show that drinking oolong tea may help to relieve the symptoms of eczema on the skin when a person is experiencing an outbreak. It may reduce the inflammation and itching, or even eradicate these irritating symptoms within a few days.What is eczema? Eczema is a condition that affects the skin and results in itchy, irritated red patches on the epidermis (skin). It is unknown what causes this condition, but it may be worsened by dry skin and cold weather, among other things such as stress. Eczema in itself can cause other problems, it can lead to social anxiety, low self-esteem, changes in self-image, and can alter your self-confidence and self assurance. It can impede on your normal daily life, and it is no fun to go through the outbreaks with this condition.What research says Oolong tea has been researched on treating eczema, and it does take a good amount of the tea to affect the outbreak. However, after drinking about a liter of this type of tea every day, some people may show significant improvement and may reduce or completely eradicate inflammation and itching. Why does oolong tea have this effect? This tea contains antioxidant polyphenols that have specific properties that help to alleviate allergic reactions and to quiet an unnecessary immune system response.
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Oolong tea, which is also known by the name wu long, is a unique type of tea. It is widely consumed in the East, and just starting to become more popular in the West. It comes from the camellia sinensis plant, as do the other three main types of teas. (Those being white tea, green tea, and black tea). It is processed a bit differently though. It goes through an oxidation process that oxidizes it more than green tea, but less than black tea.whiteOolong and its flavorIn this way, its flavor varies between being closer to black tea to being closer to green tea. It's delicious, but depending on the type you may have a variety of flavors and oolong experiences. In addition to its complex and varied flavor, oolong tea has health benefits. It contains antioxidants and vitamins that help to improve your health.Weight loss and oolong teaOolong tea may also help you to lose weight, and keep you slim. While green tea has more proven beneficial effects on your health, it is also studied and researched far more extensively than oolong tea. And while perhaps oolong tea may not have the same effects as green tea, it does have tons of nutrients and vitamins that are excellent for you. And oolong tea can help you to lose weight.Benefits of weight loss And weight loss can be important to you for many reasons. There are more than cosmetic reasons for losing weight. Though it is important to feel comfortable in your own body. The condition of being overweight or obese can lead to social discomfort and anxiety, and even lower self-esteem and self-confidence. By reaching a goal weight you can increase your confidence level and your self-assurance. But beyond these reasons, reaching a healthy weight can help to lower your cholesterol and prevent against cardiovascular diseases and stroke.Boost your metabolism There is scientific evidence which supports the belief that oolong tea can help to boost your metabolism. In this way, you can burn off more calories at a faster rate. This is one of the things that weight loss diet pills and crash diets advertise; how much they can increase your metabolism. An increased metabolism is known to be extremely beneficial in the weight loss process.Burn off fat Loose leaf oolong tea can also improve the process your body uses to burn off fat. Some research suggests that it may help to burn off twice the amount of fat than is normally burned off by your body. It can also block the absorption of fat by your body. By preventing the fat from being absorbed, it prevents it from becoming fatty cells in your body. Oolong tea can help to slim your waist by burning off belly fat. And it can lower your LDL, or the bad type of cholesterol. But even after you reach your goal weight, how do you keep the pounds off? One of the most difficult part of a healthy lifestyle is maintaining a healthy weight once you've reached it. Oolong tea can actually help you to keep the weight off. Regular consumption will help keep you burning off fat on a long term basis.
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Millions of people suffer from allergies of one kind or another. And allergies are an awful experience, as all of you who suffer through them know all too well. It feels as though you are sick every day, and it can ruin the spring and summer seasons. You want to be outside enjoying the beautiful weather and gorgeous sunshine, but allergies will make this a miserable experience for you.Allergic effects An allergic response known as "hay fever" is caused by pollen in the air during spring and summer months. It is caused when the body recognizes the pollen as a foreign and dangerous invader, and in turn reacts with a histamine response. It is actually the body system's protective response that causes the pain and suffering associated with allergies, including red, itchy eyes, congestion, and scratchy throats. For those of you who have allergies, you know how much they can impede upon your life. They can take away from your focus and concentration at work, and can destroy any hope of outdoor leisure and recreation.Green tea may help There is an answer, however, loose leaf green tea may help you to say goodbye to all your allergy woes! This type of tea may relieve you of some of these allergy problems. Green tea is a healthful beverage that contains antioxidants and other nutrients and compounds that will improve your general health. It has properties that fight cancer, and regular tea drinking can help prevent heart disease, arthritis, Alzheimer's disease, tooth decay, and anxiety. It's known to help with a myriad of other conditions and health problems.Why it works Loose leaf green tea contains a polyphenol called epigallocatechin gallate, commonly known as EGCG, which may fight off your allergic response. It works in this way by blocking a certain cell receptor that produces these types of response in your body. This compound is known for many healthful effects, and is one of the reasons that loose leaf green tea is an extremely healthy choice of beverage. It occurs in higher amounts in green tea as compared to oolong and black types of tea. Other compounds in loose leaf green tea have also been shown to have effects that fight off the allergy response. Tea has been consumed regularly for centuries in many parts of the world to fight off the effects of allergies and other types of illnesses and ailments. It may be effective against allergies against pollen, pets, dust, and other types of allergies. Regular consumption of this tea may help by stopping the body from producing histamine which creates the allergic reaction in the body. A receptor called immunoglobulin E may also be blocked by the EGCG polyphenol that occurs in green tea. This receptor is another compound that triggers the immune system response in allergic reactions. By blocking it, the effects of allergies such as congestion and itchy eyes will not be triggered. So if you're looking for an all natural cure or aid for your allergies, look no further. Add a few cups of tea to your daily routine, and enjoy the benefits of a life free from the hassle of allergies.
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Rooibos is grown in South Africa, and is becoming more popular in many other parts of the world. It is flavorful and it can improve your skin. It contains compounds such as zinc and other types of minerals and nutrients which do amazing things for your skin.What is rooibos? This type of loose leaf tea, while relatively new to the West, has been consumed regularly in South Africa, and is known to treat many varied types of skin problems. The tea is a rich red color, and the very name of this type of tea means "red bush." It has many health benefits in addition to alleviating various types of skin conditions. It is simply overflowing with antioxidants and nutrients. A huge benefit to this type of tea is that it does not contain caffeine. It's a delicious drink, and if you want to have a cup or two before bed, it won't keep you awake half the night.Skin conditions And as for skin problems, who wants them? Skin conditions such as acne and eczema can be embarrassing and lead to other types of problems, such as low self confidence and lower your self-esteem. It can make you be more self-conscious in public, when you want to be self-assured. Other skin conditions such as rashes and sunburn can be incredibly painful. It's important for most people to have healthy skin, but attaining that goal is easier said than done in most cases. Everyone in this society, it seems, wants to possess completely clear, amazingly healthy, and absolutely gorgeous skin. But how is this goal attained, and can it be? There is an endless number of advertisements and commercials suggesting this or that product, but how do you know which one will work for you? Products of all types are targeted at you in every other advertisement, all claiming to work miracles on your skin. The quest to look younger for longer, and to have smooth, clear skin is practically ingrained into this society's culture.How rooibos can help This leaves you with an overwhelming number of skin care products to choose from. Many of these products are not effective on all skin types, and only targeted to specific conditions. And some products may contain harmful chemicals that do far more damage than benefit to you and your skin health. And the benefits of rooibos tea to your skin are countless. In South African traditional medicine, the belief is that the rooibos tea will treat conditions such as eczema, sunburns, rashes, allergies, skin irritations, and even acne. It seems that this might be a panacea for skin problems. Drink a few cups of rooibos tea every day, and your skin will love you for it. You can even cool the tea and then use cotton balls or cloth to apply it directly to your skin. This will bring out the natural beauty of your skin and may help to improve your skin health. It may eradicate acne and to help alleviate an outbreak of eczema. It may also help to relieve sunburn and rashes. The choice is a simple one. Drink all natural, all delicious rooibos tea and say hello to beautiful, healthy skin.
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In addition to all of its other health benefits, loose leaf green tea may help you to quit smoking. Green tea may truly be a miracle tea, with all of its health benefits. This type of tea comes from the same Camellia sinensis plant as the other types of tea, but it is processed differently. It is less oxidized than oolong or black tea, and a little more than white tea. Being oxidized for less time leaves many of the antioxidants and polyphenols intact. It creates tea leaves that are a powerhouse of healthy benefits for you.Cigarette smoke is bad for you Smoking does damage in many ways to your body, as is commonly known today. Yet the process of quitting is vastly more difficult than tossing out that last pack and vowing never to light up again. Cigarette smoke causes damage to the lungs, throat, may cause high blood pressure, discolor your teeth, cause diseases such as emphysema, and forms of cancer. The risks are not worth continuing, but you may need a little extra help in the journey of quitting smoking. Smoking also breaks down your immune system. It leaves your body open to attack from free radicals which cause illnesses.Green tea can help
Loose leaf green tea can help alleviate some of the effects of smoking after you have gone through the process of quitting. Green tea has many health benefits, from anti-carcinogenic effects to helping keep your teeth healthy. Loose leaf green is just packed with antioxidants which help boost the immune system and help to combat free radicals which cause diseases in your body. In this way, loose leaf green tea can help to prevent you from getting sick. But this is just one of many of the health benefits of regularly drinking this type of tea. Green tea can also help protect against the effects of aging, and even work to slow down the process.Weight loss and fighting cancer After quitting smoking, many people find it hard to keep weight off, or to lose weight if they are trying to. Drinking green tea can help in this process as well. There are compounds and nutrients in green tea that help the body to burn off fat at a faster rate. It also helps to boost your metabolism and increase your energy throughout the day. Loose leaf green tea also has ant carcinogenic effects, and may even prevent cancer from developing as well as fight off cancerous cells. When you quit smoking, and start adding five or six cups of loose leaf green tea to your daily routine, you can reduce and help to eradicate the toxins cigarettes have left in your body by a significant amount. Drinking tea regularly is a great way to help get rid of toxins in your body and start the path to a healthy lifestyle. And you don't have to drink hot tea, you can brew it and store it in a refrigerator. Enjoy a glass of delicious iced tea while kicking the smoking habit.
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All types of tea have some health benefits, and while green tea and white tea are praised for being powerhouses of healthy compounds, black tea is excellent for your health as well.What is black tea? Black tea comes from the camellia sinensis plant, the same as green, white, and oolong tea. But it is oxidized for far longer than the others. This gives it a rich, strong flavor, and a delightful aroma, and also gives it its dark color and name. It contains more caffeine than the other types of tea as well. But the claim is that it doesn't leave it with as many antioxidants and nutrients as other types of teas. But it does, actually, contain a great deal of nutrients and antioxidants, and is far healthier to drink than soda pop or sugary fruit drinks. It contains no calories, fats, or carbs, and contains vitamins in every cup.Black tea benefits In the East, green and white teas are far more popular than in the West. But in the West, black tea has always been more popular than the other types of tea. It's inexpensive and convenient to find. And it does contain nutrients and antioxidants. It can help to strengthen your immune system and fight off colds, illnesses, and the flu. By drinking a few cups of tea every day, research has shown that you may improve your immunity to certain viruses and illnesses. Black tea has also been shown to increase cognitive functions such as memory, learning, and concentration. It can benefit the circulation of blood in your body and help to alleviate many ailments. And even though it contains the most caffeine of the varied types of tea, this can help to energize you throughout your busy day. Tea in general has health benefits, and black tea is not excluded. Drinking black tea every day can help improve your health overall and your quality of life.
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Loose leaf green tea is good for your heart! New research shows that loose leaf green tea can help reduce your risk of developing heart disease, in addition to all of the other benefits it has on your health.How does it work? Studies show that green tea can help improve your circulatory system by improving the function of certain types of cells that occur in this system. Green tea can even reverse the damaging effects of cigarette smoke on the circulatory system.Why green tea? Green tea is harvested from the camellia sinensis plant and is processed a bit differently from the other three types of tea, (oolong tea, black, and white). It undergoes less oxidation than black and oolong teas and this change in the processing leaves it with more antioxidants and nutrients.Other ways green tea can help Green tea has been shown to prevent cardiovascular diseases and high blood pressure, among other types of ailments. Research also suggests that green tea can help to lower your LDL, or the bad kind, of cholesterol. This leads to better heart health. Green tea can also help you to lose weight by boosting your metabolism, energizing you, and helping you to burn off calories and fat at a faster rate. By losing and maintaining a healthy weight, you are at less of a risk for having high cholesterol and developing heart disease.Other benefits of green tea Regularly drinking loose leaf green tea can have benefits other than helping to prevent cardiovascular diseases. It can help with anything from improving the health of your teeth to fighting cancer. It can alleviate anxiety, ward off depression, help improve your sleep, ward off headaches, cure allergies, help prevent hair loss, strengthen your immune system, and help to fight off free radicals and may help to delay the aging process.It takes more than tea to tango Of course, green tea isn't, as much as it seems to be, a miraculous panacea. It won't cure all your woes. It can complement a healthy lifestyle though. It's important to maintain a well balanced diet with all the nutrients your body needs. And never underestimate the importance and value of daily exercise. But green tea, when added to a healthy lifestyle, can help to improve your health even more.Green tea is tasty Another major perk of green tea is that, even though it's good for you, even though it has no calories, and even though it has all of these health benefits, it actually tastes delicious. It's an all natural way to improve your health, and it has a heavenly flavor. So start brewing some loose leaf tea, even learning how to brew the tea can be an adventure in itself. Try mixing it with different flavors, experiment. And add a few cups to your daily life.
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As you probably know, tea has numerous health benefits. Green tea especially is loaded with a plethora of health benefits. It's a powerhouse for your body and your immune system. And one doesn't have to drink hot tea. You can have it iced, and it's just as delicious, with many health benefits. Nothing is more satisfying on a hot summer day than a delicious, tall glass of iced tea. And iced tea is still one of the healthiest drinks you can enjoy. It's healthier by far than sugary, processed soda pop or fruit drinks, and it's quite tasty.Adds To a Healthy LifestyleMaintaining a healthy lifestyle is important to maintain a strong immune system, a healthy weight, and to help boost your metabolism as well. Exercising regularly and eating healthy are all a part of it. But tea can add to a healthy lifestyle. Adding some brewed tea, hot or iced, to your daily experience is a very easy way to add a glass of health to your life. It can have a huge impact on improving your health in many ways, as tea is packed with antioxidants and vitamins and minerals. It's a delicious drink that's just loaded with health benefits such as boosting your immune system, giving you energy, and helping to fight off illnesses and even cancer.Loose LeafBuy and brew some loose leaf tea. Loose leaf is by far superior to flavorless tea bags. Loose leaf tea has been maintained in its natural state, and in the brewing the water is able to circulate around the leaves. This brings out the flavor of the tea. Loose leaf tea has also been processed naturally most of the time, which means that it has retained the naturally occurring antioxidants and vitamins and minerals. It's healthier by far as it is still packed with nutrients. There's really no competition between loose leaf and tea bags. Loose leaf is the way to go.Have Iced Tea All WeekThere are also many flavor pairings that can enhance the natural flavor of the tea as well. After brewing some tea leaves, wait for the tea to cool off and you can even refrigerate it for days and have delicious iced tea all week long. Just add some ice and drink up. Iced tea is delicious and is a far better choice than soft drinks or concentrate juice. It's absolutely delectable, and yet also has nutritional value and health benefits.Health BenefitsCertain types of tea, such as green tea, have a myriad of health benefits. It can help fight off cancer, improve your memory, help with those trying to lose weight, and can even help to prevent cavities. It has been shown to lower cholesterol and increase the "good" cholesterol, which improves heart health. And tea helps fight off infections and illnesses. It reduces inflammation and also gives you energy and boosts your metabolism. Avoid using sugar in your tea. There are alternatives such as stevia or xylitol which are much healthier to add to iced tea.
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By Anna Wendt of Sacred Heart High School
"THE MISS FIRECRACKER CONTEST" OPENS WITH A BANG Smith Cotton High School brings a Mississippi pageant to life in THE MISS FIRECRACKER CONTEST. Through the eyes of 24-year-old contestant Carnelle Scott, ex-floozy and dreamer extraordinaire, the audience gets a taste of the struggles of the southern family and learns that being yourself is better than a thousand pageant crowns.
A giggle-worthy comedy, THE MISS FIRECRACKER CONTEST is a guaranteed winner. THE MISS FIRECRACKER CONTEST was written in the 1980s by Beth Henley, who later went on to become a Pulitzer Prize winning author for CRIMES OF THE HEART. It then became a movie in 1989 starring Holly Hunter. The small cast and intimate setting make the show a choice one for the Smith Cotton stage, and the plight of the characters is one the majority of the audience will be able to sympathize with.
Playing the leading lady Carnelle is Kylie Bales, whose impeccable comedic and dramatic timing livens up the show. Her slapstick tap dance at the beginning of Act 1 is enough to have the audience rolling with laughter. As the leading male, Riley Garner's cynical, short-fused character Delmount WIlliam brings an edgy dynamic to the play. Supporting actors Ciara Todd (as Carnelle's shy half-blind friend and Delmount's love interest) and Maddy Ross (as Carnelle's former pageant queen cousin and Delmount's prissy sister) keep the show moving. Their energy never falters, and their characters are as unique as they are strong.
The set of THE MISS FIRECRACKER PAGAENT, created by Marco Alonso, is simple yet sufficient. The scenes (a living room and a circus tent dressing room) are designed so there are no walls, only furniture, and the actors and audience use their imagination to see the walls and tent flaps. The costumes, created by Tristin Baro, bring out both the mood of the show and the individuality of the characters.
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THE MISS FIRECRACKER PAGEANT is a heartwarming comedy about life, family, and new beginnings. Smith Cotton makes the audience think, and characters like Carnelle are easily identified with. With touches of sincere depth, Smith Cotton lights the night in this insightful production.


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I began programming as an Electrical Engineer in the microelectronics industry more than 30 years ago.
I have always used very specialised automatic test equipment, which gives me an unusual perspective on how to solve software problems (usually by myself without recourse to libraries and frameworks). This is definitely not mainstream, but I don't create commercial software: my user-base is my fellow employees.
My contributions to SO probably seem other-worldly, but the programming environments I've used have never been Windows-based and only vaguely Unix-like.
HOWEVER — In late February 2010, I was admitted to hospital with a suspected stroke. Tests showed it wasn't a stroke, it is Multiple Sclerosis. Thus begins an inevitable slide into disability.
While I'm now back at work, hopefully for a few more years, I think the effort of engaging in SO (after a lull of over 12 months) might be too much for me. Besides, I can't type as fast as I used to and my neurologist made ominous predictions about loss of mental faculties...
So, I can participate in SE sites as a test that my brain continues to work. I apologise in advance if some of my contributions seem strange and even more other-worldly. Please bear with me.