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Game Fair Brings a European Hunting Tradition to the Northwest Metro
Our area keeps surprising me. Just when I think I'm in the know about all of the great events going on in the metro, I discover a new one I was unfamiliar with. In this case I recently discovered Game Fair, which takes place right in our backyard in Ramsey, MN. The largest event of its kind in the nation, over 50,000 people will head to the northwest metro for this event over the first two weekends in August.
Our area keeps surprising me. Just when I think I'm in the know about all of the great events going on in the metro, I discover a new one I was unfamiliar with. It goes to show just how much there is to do in Minneapolis Northwest.
In this case I recently discovered Game Fair, which takes place right in our backyard in Ramsey, MN. The largest event of its kind in the nation, over 50,000 people will head to the northwest metro for this event over the first two weekends in August.
What is Game Fair? Modeled after traditional European hunting tradition (the largest game fair in the world is in England), the event is a sports show for outdoor enthusiasts. Game Fair features nearly 300 exhibitors from across the country including dog trainers, hunting guides, outdoors clubs, and retailers from across North America. It is by far the largest gathering of sportsmen/women, groups, and dog clubs anywhere in the US at one time.
>>Learn More About the Traditional British Game Fair
More than a sports expo, it's a full participation event for the whole family. There are tons of activities for adults, children, and dogs of all ages and abilities. In fact, visitors are encouraged to bring their shotgun (cased), bow (cased), and their dog (leashed)!
I got to chat with Ron Hustvedt, who's been involved with Game Fair for over 10 years and is also founder of WriteOutdoors.com, to find out more about this event.
Q: What is it about Game Fair that draws so many visitors?
A: "That's a good question. There is something for everyone and when I talk with people why they come I'm always amazed at the variety of answers. Some say they come to see the dogs. Some say they come to see the seminars. Some say they like the deals on outdoor products. Some just like to walk around, eat food and people watch. People can bring their dogs, not just hunting dogs, and their kids and enjoy a day together. You can be a seasoned outdoorsperson or just somebody who likes dogs and have a great time. Experts will teach you refined techniques or let you try something for the first time."
Q: I'm not a hunter, would I still enjoy this event?
A: "That's something I'm always impressed by. My main gig is as a teacher and when people tell me they saw me at Game Fair I'm frequently surprised because I didn't think they hunted. So I ask them why they go to Game Fair. It's for the dogs, for the shows, for the events they get to participate in. For many people, Game Fair is the only time of the year they do those things and it becomes part of their 'must-do' summer activities."
Q: What are top highlights of Game Fair 2015?
A: "The trickshooting shows done twice daily are always a big draw and something people leave talking about. The variety of dog events: the obstacle course, agility dogs, and the dock-jumping dogs are definitely the stars of the show. The number of national experts all in one place is something that I think a lot of people take for granted. The 'Who's-who' of the outdoor world are here from all over the country, (more than just Ron Schara and Raven!). But number one has to be the sheer number of things you can participate in."
Q: In what ways does Game Fair work to get kids involved with the outdoors?
A: "Family Day Fridays are a good start. Kids are free with an adult every Friday. There are a lot of fun things that various exhibitors and outdoors clubs have for kids to do. I have a 5-year old and a 7-year old and they love going to see the dogs jump off the dock, the dogs on the agility course, and all the dogs around the grounds. They also love shooting archery on the 3D course for kids. They love the slingshots, the air rifle course, the laser shot and watching the trickshooter. There's also no alcoholic beverages sold during the Fair to add to the family friendly nature and promote safety."
I fall firmly into the 'not a hunter' category, and I have to say, I would definitely go to Game Fair!
Plan your visit:
- Game Fair takes place the weekends of August 7-9, and August 14-16 at Armstrong Ranch Kennels. Directions
- Hours are 9:00am-6:00pm Friday-Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm Sunday
- Download the $2 discount coupons before you head out
- There's construction on Highway 10 and Armstrong so look at the easy to follow detour information.
- Watch the video to get a sneak peak of Game Fair
- Need a hotel for the weekend? Minneapolis Northwest hotels are less than 30 minutes from Game Fair! View hotels.
>>Read more buzz about Britain's largest Game Fair, which draws over 150,000 people!
About the Author
- Becca Schaar
Minneapolis Northwest native and freelance blogger


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Top Agriculture Jobs of the Week
For the week of 4-23-18
AgHires works hard to be the number one resource for top jobs in agriculture. The agriculture industry provides a variety of job opportunities that range far and wide. Take a moment to search through the thousands of current job openings on AgHires.com, and check out the five we have highlighted below.
Grain Merchandiser for Agtegra Cooperative
A little about the business: Merged South Dakota Wheat Growers and North Central Farmers Elevator officially launch as Agtegra Cooperative. Legacy Rich. Future Forward. For Generations to Come. We are Agtegra. We strive to create a community of success for our employees and members – today, tomorrow and into the future. We build on stories of agriculture and the solutions that stem from a strong, stable and dependable foundation.
What you would be doing: The Grain Merchandiser will enhance the value proposition that Agtegra provides to our member owners by successfully executing market risk management tools and services for our patrons. The successful applicant must be detail oriented with excellent communication skills and work independent of supervision. Agtegra's merchandisers primarily market corn, soybeans and wheat through a system of over 40 elevators including 11 shuttle loaders located in North and South Dakota.
Qualifications: If you are an experienced Merchandiser with 5 plus years of experience and want to grow your career with a progressive, strong cooperative, apply today.
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Business Operations Manager for Hunter Nutrition
A little about the business: Hunter Nutrition, Inc. is a specialized feed manufacturer located in Brookston, IN, just north of West Lafayette. We manufacture top quality texturized, pelleted, and mineral/premix feeds at our 58,000-sq. ft. plant. Unlike other feed manufacturers, Hunter Nutrition places the emphasis on quality rather than quantity. Our feeds are fixed formula's, made with the best ingredients in our modern, efficient manufacturing plant. Better feed pays our customers back with improved health and livestock performance. We have a diverse group of both large and small customers, all of which look to us for high quality, better fortified feeds.
What you would be doing: A Business Operations Manager to implement the management and operation of our feed mill office. In this role you would be directly involved in management, customer relations, order processing, bookkeeping, marketing, inventory tracking, and human resource activities such a payroll and employee communications. If you are a dedicated individual who enjoys working with people and is able to remain organized while completing a variety of tasks, this may be the job for you.
Qualifications: 2+ years' experience managing an office. QuickBooks accounting software experience. Microsoft Office experience with Word, Excel, Publisher, and Access. Prior agriculture/agribusiness experience. A positive attitude, good work ethic, and the ability to pay careful attention to details and accuracy. A good aptitude for learning and the desire for a job where you will 'make a difference'.
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A little about the business: CSS Farms is a diversified producer of vegetable crops as well as row crops and small grains with operations across the US. CSS Farms, a multi-state agricultural business, strives to provide innovative solutions and superior quality and service to our customers. We proudly and relentlessly continue to meet the highest standards of stewardship when it comes to the three things we value most: our land, our employees, and our communities. We are a team-oriented company with a high trust, entrepreneurial culture. We value our employees' opinions, we have a strong work ethic, and are focused on growing great vegetables and developing our operations profitably. People who are most successful at CSS Farms are energetic, self-directed, and pragmatic.
What you would be doing: The Diesel Mechanic supports the Equipment Manager and Farm Manager in sustaining productive and economic farm operations by performing standard and advanced diagnostics, repair and maintenance on all farm equipment including but not limited to tractors, implements, engines and facilities.
Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, Mechanical, Diesel Technician or other related certifications strongly preferred. Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job with or without accommodations including but not limited to continuous bending, squatting, twisting at the waist, shoulders and knees, and crouching to achieve angle and positions required to perform various repairs. Also with or without accommodation independently and repeatedly lift, move and carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds frequently.
Browse more Maintenance – Repair Jobs on AgHires now.
A little about the business: We are a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural solutions. We work tirelessly to help make today's farms more productive and more profitable. As the world of agriculture changes, so do we. Brazenly. We do it for the farmers. For the people working for them. For ourselves. For the future. http://www.agcocorp.com
What you would be doing: We are seeking a positive and responsible individual to serve as a Receptionist. The Receptionist would manage our front desk on a daily basis, welcome guest positively, and perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks.
Qualifications: High School education. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal. Computer skills: Microsoft Office. Professional and customer focused. Customer service attitude. Willing to be given a variety of administrative tasks.
Search more Administrative Jobs on AgHires now.
Seasonal Driver – Warehouse General Laborer for Crop Production Services
A little about the business: Crop Production Services is a full-service input supplier for farmers across the United States. We are the largest ag-retailer in the US. At Crop Production Services (CPS), we are focused on one thing and one thing only – providing our customers with the products and services they need to grow the best crops possible. We do this farm by farm and one customer at a time by leveraging our global experience. Our experience and total product offering will help farmers compete with farmers around the world.
What you would be doing: We are currently hiring a Driver – Warehouse General Laborer for our location in Thurston, Ohio which is about 35 minutes southeast of Columbus, OH. In this position you will deliver agricultural products to area farms and have on-site warehouse duties. A Class A or B CDL is preferred but not required. We are willing to train.
Search more Transportation Jobs on AgHires now.
The opportunities within the agriculture industry are endless. Whether you are looking to start your journey or take the next step in your agriculture career, there is a place for you. Go to AgHires.com to search thousands of current job openings, ranging from agronomy jobs to marketing jobs to service technician jobs. New jobs are uploaded to our website daily.

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This Guy Calls Pumpkin Carving a 'Therapy' & Carves All Year Round!
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November 21, 2017 By Chelsea T.
Photo by: Rescueram3 via Pixabay
We know a ton of Halloween lovers, but this guy takes things to a whole new level. Charles Smith of Charlotte, North Carolina, carves pumpkins all year round, his garage jam-packed with them, no matter the time of year.
According to CBS 19, Smith has a passion for pumpkin carving and it's a hobby that keeps him busy throughout the entire year. While others have various hobbies that may seem to be more popular for people to participate in throughout the year, Smith told the source that when the question arises, "Hey, what do you do for fun?" he lets them know all about his pumpkin passion.
"I like to carve pumpkins,' and that's like what? Who carves pumpkins? How is that a hobby? How do you do that all year long? And that opens the door for the conversation about the community of people that I consider friends," said Smith. "It's like, 'Oh, how much time you got? Let me tell you about this wonderful world of carving pumpkins."
And if you think Smith is the only one who enjoys carving pumpkins all year round, you're wrong! There's an entire community that carves as a hobby. Smith realized this after coming across the website, Zombie Pumpkins.
Ever since Smith was a kid, he has enjoyed the Halloween holiday and the traditions that take place during the spooky time of year. He goes on to say that "It's almost like a therapy. I go into my own little world... I'm not thinking about anything else but that."
What are your thoughts on this year-round pumpkin carver? Pretty neat hobby if we do say so ourselves!
Click here to check out some photos of Smith's pumpkins!
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Actor Nicolas Cage was arrested in New Orleans Saturday morning, according to police spokesman Gary Flot.FULL STORY
i liked "honeymoon in vegas"...
It's sad that I had to go to TMZ for the story... "Sources close to Nicolas Cage tell TMZ ... Nic was arrested in New Orleans this morning after daring the police to arrest him following a loud argument with his wife." "We're told the police came and told Nic and his wife to just go home. That's when Nic allegedly told cops, "Why don't you just arrest me?" The cops then reiterated that he and his wife should just go home. Cage then repeated his dare to cops"
I double dog dare ya. LOL
(LOL) That is soooooooo juvie, that only a fetus in its mother's womb should echo those words...you probally do the infinity times infinity thing to slam dunk all disputes, too!
Im readyyyyyyy................... ready for the big ride babyyyyyyyy
I think that cops in New Orleans have enough to deal with here without pompous drunk mediocre actors to babysit when they throw a hissyfit while not handling their liquor. At least Steve Zahn from Treme, for whom I have cooked quite a bit, behaves himself. That and Jamie Foxx actually had talent when he got arrested doing the same Mel Gibson BS. Y'all posted some funny stuff, though.
Yep, I have a good memory for all things trivial. Now if I could remember where I left my car keys...going to the freezer...
"Honeymoon In Vegas". Forgot that one.
The full story is in GQ.
Con Air wasn't bad
i'd like to join the 'flying elvis's"
Put the bunny back in the box Nick. Rumor has it he's gone in 60 seconds. Maybe he can be someone's apprentice in jail.
he's my favorite actor. i hope he didn't do anything incredibly bad!
he is an awful actor
Do not pay any attention to Dave. I'm sure that all will be well in given time.
don't worry, john!!! everything will be ok. 🙂
Micheal Jackson for me Ruff.


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Local organizations spread holiday cheer
Donations needed for adopt a family, holiday gift programs
MANISTEE — The season of giving has commenced and many opportunities are currently available throughout Manistee County to make this holiday season accessible to families in need.
Among others, ECHO His Love of Manistee is currently searching for residents to join its Adopt a Family for Christmas program, and give by either donating gifts or money. Robin Paulus, executive director, said the program had 44 adopters signed up as of Monday.
"We are still seeking about 40 adopters, or people who are willing to donate some money so that we could purchase the gifts," said Paulus. "Or if they want to just donate toys or household items, we also collect those for our Christmas shopping event (for Family Life Center program members)."
The ECHO His Love Christmas shopping event is held each December as a local tradition. Members shop for various items using points collected throughout the Family Life Center program.
For the Adopt a Family for Christmas program, residents can choose to adopt an entire family, which could be with or without children in various household sizes; or help to support part of a family.
"There's no standard donation amount. If someone would like to, they can just contact the office and we will get their name on the list," she said. "They can write out a check or drop (the money) off. We have volunteers that help to do the shopping for any families that we are not able to match with an adopter."
Paulus said the families are able to give out suggestions of what to buy.
"The adults are able to give clothing sizes, one gift suggestion and a stocking stuffer suggestion," Paulus said. "For the children in the family they give clothing sizes, they give two gift suggestions for the children and a stocking stuffer suggestion."
Another local program, FiveCAP's Toys for Tots and Gifts for Teens is now accepting applications. The programs are open to parents and guardians of children ages 0 to 18 years old in Manistee and Mason counties.
During distribution, parents are able to shop through a wide range of gifts, choosing something for each child. FiveCAP will be collecting toys and gifts in barrels around the county.
Distribution is scheduled for Dec. 19 and 20.
"This is one of the best things about our program," said Mary L. Trucks, executive director. "Instead of just providing each family with presents, with Toys for Tots/Gifts for Teens parents get to go shopping, in a sense, for things they know their children will enjoy. Everyone gets really excited when they see the rows and rows of toys and gifts to choose from."
Those eligible can apply for Toys for Tots/Gifts for Teens at the Manistee County FiveCAP office, located at 265 First St., in Manistee. For more information or to volunteer with distribution, call (231) 723-8327.
Charitable contribution forms are also available at www.fivecap.org, for those that would like to give a cash donation to purchase toys.
Additional opportunities to give back for the holidays include the annual "Jingle Bell Jam," at the American Legion Post No. 10 on River Street — scheduled for 7-11 p.m. on Dec. 8. The event features not only live entertainment, but all proceeds benefit the Toys for Tots and Gifts for Teens program.
Admission to the concert is one new, unwrapped toy or cash donation.
The VFW Walsh Post No. 4499 also will offer a chance to donate to Toys for Tots from 3-6 p.m. on Dec. 15, as members of the public are invited to enjoy dinner and music played by DJ Larry Bialik, along with karaoke. Bring a toy to benefit a child for Christmas.
During the Victorian Sleighbell Parade and Old Christmas Weekend, the Festival of Trees presented by the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce — held from Dec. 7-9 at the Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts — is also collecting unwrapped toys to benefit Toys for Tots/Gift for Teens.


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The UK and EU have finally agreed to move on to talks about trade.
The full text of the document agreed between Theresa May and the EU's negotiators can be read by clicking here.
The UK and EU have finally agreed to move on to talks about trade.
The full text of the document agreed between Theresa May and the EU's negotiators can be read by clicking here.
Don't mention PESCO….but it isn't PESCO any longer. It is PESCI i for integration. Because it is done deal is every reason to mention it. The deal has not even gone before parliament to be discussed in public. A scandal that ought not to be suppressed.
I've got Theresa May figured now!
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Cruella de Vil
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For the kill
Look out for Cruella de Vil
At first you think
Cruella is the devil
But after time has worn
Away the shock
You come to realize
You've seen her kind of eyes
Watching you from underneath
A rock!
This vampire bat
This inhuman beast
She ought to be locked up
And never released
The world was such
A wholesome place until
Cruella, Cruella de Vil
UKIP must prepare properly for a surge in patriots joining and supporting the only true Brexit party. God love the purple and yellow!
Now it starts to get serious.
Off the top of my head I'd be inclined to form scrutiny committees. Perhaps a paragraph each.
Say one in each small branch doubled or tripled up or more to give every branch something important to consider and report to the advisory committee on say fish or any of the othr 26 spokespersons. with their advisory committees to HB.
This should satisfy everybody's lust to help and form committees.
it might produce chaos of course, Ah well.
"3.Progress was also made in achieving agreement on
aspects of other separation issues.
I wonder what we are not being told? I'm still expecting to find out that we will not get the exit that we voted for. No mention of PESCO in there either…
PESCO is already a done deal – why rock the boat by mentioning it?


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Self Awareness is An Inside Job
Self-awareness that gets us and keeps us attuned to our own inner conscious self-awareness cannot rely upon mirror neurons. We actually, in adulthood, though we may have learned a lot about cooperation from mirror neurons are not served by the
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Size Doesn't Matter….
In the world of accounting the size of a company doesn't matter as no matter how small or how big a company is, a solid accounting foundation is the keystone to supporting a business as it grows and expands. The key is to put in place an accounting foundation for where you are today and that will grow and adapt to the changes in your business.
I know as a business owner you have a lot on your plate, and I imagine you are thinking:
• I don't have a desire to create an accounting system, I just need to get orders shipped!
• I'm too small to need an accounting foundation – I will deal with it when my company is bigger.
• I can't afford a fancy business consultant to create an accounting system that will create reports I don't understand.
• I make widgets – I didn't start this business to learn accounting.
Look at the example of building your dream house. You have a vision of a house that will have a gourmet kitchen, a beautiful master suite, a fantastic entertainment area in your walkout basement and so much more!
What if you tried to build the house yourself?
• How much time would you spend trying to learn plumbing, electrical, etc?
• How much will it cost to redo the plumbing if designed wrong?
• What if the walls aren't straight and level?
• What happens if the budget plan was way off?
These questions are why most people hire a general contractor. The contractor is who will take your vision and create a plan so that you have an idea of who, what, when, where and how before the first shovel of dirt is removed. The general contractor will also make sure that the plan goes smoothly, tells you when something in the design needs to be changed, knows the building codes, stays on budget and will even modify design if your vision for the house changes.
All you need to do is focus on your life and pack your bags when your dream house is complete!
In the world of accounting, the CFO/Controller is your general contractor and just like with building a house, this person will work with you to create the blueprint for the business you envision. The CFO/Controller will periodically adjust the blueprint as well as making sure the accounting system is providing the support your business needs to be successful.
What happens if you try to build your business without a General Contractor?
• Sales prices can be based on incorrect cost data and lose money
• Tax payments such as payroll and sales tax might be missed
• Orders shipped but the customers are never invoiced
• Inventory system is setup wrong and you run out of parts and production shuts down
• Your tax bill is high because of faulty data caused by faulty processes
Can you afford to hire a CFO/Controller when on average salaries start at $100,000? Probably not, but you can hire an on-call CFO/Controller who can help you as much or as little as you need, and they will cost far less than a full-time employee. There are plenty of accounting firms that now offer bookkeeping and CFO services together in one package that can be tailored to your needs and budget.
Remember when building a house, the size doesn't matter as you need a general contractor regardless and the same is true with building a business!
To find out more about how Beyond Accounting can be your general contractor and help you build a strong foundation for your company, give us a call today for a free consultation at 888-893-7593!!
About the author: Nancy Rumfelt, owner of Beyond Accounting has always loved puzzles and mysteries and realized that she also loves helping companies solve their mysteries of what isn't working and how to find the missing pieces to complete their success puzzle. Along the way Nancy has developed a knack for understanding manufacturing operations and finding solutions that are simple to use and work for companies small or large.


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Candy & Coke at CVS
By Michael Anchors, MD, PhD
Today standing in a long line at the CVS drugstore, I noticed that all the people in front of me bought the items they came for, but also at the last moment, grabbed candy. At the counter there is a long shelf of every kind of candy. I stayed for a while, hid behind a counter and watched. Fully 90% of the customers bought candy. If you are trying to lose weight and such nonsense goes on, you will never lose weight!
Order #9. Stop snacking.
It is high insulin that makes people fat. Not calories. Between meals you have to let your insulin come down and stay down for a while. Even a little candy or a soda messes up that plan. I don't mind a small dessert after a meal–your insulin goes up after the meal anyway–but not a snack between meals.
And reminding you that just because a Coke is a liquid, does not mean it is not also a snack.
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The New Year's Day is the first day of the year, and aside from having the whole family to enjoy the day, friends are also there to make the special day more memorable. If you are thinking of sending gifts to each of your friends on New Year's Day, there are flower arrangements and special bouquets to choose from the flower shop Singapore. The florist in Singapore offers customization of a hand bouquet or flower arrangement that conveys the warm greetings for friendship purposes.
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The Bowtie Pippa Bag is handmade by talented women artisans in Bali, and sustainably sourced with care.
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Thalapathy Vijay's Mersal team faced the heat from Animal Welfare Board of India for filming scenes with animals without getting proper permission. Recently, Karthi's Kadai Kutty Singam shot a grand rekla race sequence with a large number of bullocks. Though there is no ban on rekla race, Animal Welfare Board of India members should've been present there during the shoot.
Sources say that the rekla race sequence might cause trouble for Kadai Kutty Singam. As there is more time for the release, team Kadai Kutty Singam will solve the issue, says a source close to the production house.
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Orad enters the horseracing and betting market
Orad Hi-Tec Systems has signed a US$3.6 million deal with The Hong Kong Jockey Club.
Orad Hi-Tec Systems has signed a US$3.6 million deal with The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC), the world's largest racing jurisdiction with annual revenues exceeding US$10 billion.
This is the first sale of Orad's novel automatic HorseTrack system, successfully tested by the HKJC during a live race.
Orad's technology allows HKJC to provide customers with realtime positioning and timing data for all horses during the race and for morning track work, allowing top-down graphical views of lead horses as well as information on speed, acceleration and distance travelled.
Orad provides a platform to develop future products that will help racing preserve its position while providing new channels like race simulation, forecasting and reality-based gaming.
The Jockey Club is also purchasing Orad's broadcast enhancement tools Cybersport and Psy systems, which give 2D and 3D graphics and animation that will be integrated with HorseTrack to show visual effects and live information during the race video broadcasting.
The HorseTrack and integrated graphical enhancement systems will be installed at Shatin and Happy Valley Hong Kong race courses during 2002 and beginning of 2003. Orad has started negotiations with other jockey clubs as well.


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I am a literal person. That can be good and that can be bad, depending on the situation. Sometimes, I have difficulty reading the Bible and knowing what exactly I am suppose to learn from a given passage because my literal self won't allow the analytical self to take over. This passage is one of those. I simply do not understand why Jesus told the blind men whose sight he had just restored not to tell anyone. That would certainly have been impossible for me to do. And, evidently, it was impossible for them as they quickly went out telling everyone what had happened.
Why did Jesus want them to keep this a secret? One reason could be that he knew that miracles such as this would get him into trouble. But, he knew that he was headed for death anyway. It doesn't make sense that he was afraid of trouble - he was walking deliberately into it. Maybe he did not want those whose sight he restored to risk being persecuted for their faith. That seems unlikely as well because Jesus was telling those of faith that their weight was heavy but theirs was the kingdom of God so they should not fear the pain and suffering they would endure because of their faith.
Perhaps Jesus was testing their faith. If so, they failed this second test although they had just passed the faith test which allowed their eyesight to be restored to begin with.
Jesus was so intentional in the words he spoke. He would not have said this out of emotion and then think, "Oh, well, that's okay. They are faithful so I'll forgive them this time." In fact, Matthew says that Jesus sternly ordered them not to tell anyone of this miracle. But why?
In Matthew 5 through 7, Jesus delivers his "Sermon on the Mount". During Jesus' preaching and teaching from the time of the Sermon on the Mount until his death, everything he does and says is, as I said earlier, very intentional. Not only does he need to demonstrate his divinity, but he needs to set the stage for his death and his resurrection. History must see the religious leaders of the day as the very persons whose lives demonstrated the antithesis of what God was all about. One of the things he preaches during the Sermon on the Mount was not to be boastful. He was particularly speaking of the hypocritical Pharisees and the religious rulers of those days who would preach one thing and live another.
Perhaps he told the two men he healed not to tell others about the miracle as a reminder that it would be boastful and hypocritical to just boast about the good works God has shown in our lives without allowing such miracles to change our lives. This is not to say that we should not bear witness of the great works of the Lord or be opennly thankful for all that He has given to us. In fact, the Bible tells us to do just that. However, that should not be the hallmark of living our lives through faith. Instead, our hearts are to be changed. This reminds me of the line from the song: They will know we are Christians by our love. The world doesn't recognize Christians by our boasting of the good God has brought to us. Instead, it's our hearts filled with the love and grace that only God can give to us through our own reincarnation.
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One of my favorite readers wrote: When I read this: "but there is no book or course available anywhere that asks you to look at what is poisoning your mind and being, what keeps you out of the present moment, what is sucking you dry anywhere…..", I thought of the book you wanted to write. I thought that maybe you could have a book that addresses this subject, but in your style.
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Vibrational Review: Caroline Cory, www.OMniumUniverse.com Updated
Originally published December 12, 2011. I looked at it again, because Caroline Cory is presenting a multimedia event tonight… in NYC of all places. Reading her article on how to raise your vibration by connecting to Source made me puke…
So I retested her… and here is the original article, I only changed the vibrational numbers.
Raise your Vibration by Connecting to Source Video
Raise your Vibration by Connecting to Source Video – Connecting To Source Meditation with Caroline Cory, http://www.OMniumUniverse.com This unique "Connection To Source" allows you to spontaneously raise your vibration, merge with yours …
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Laura Knight-Jadczyk, cassiopaea, ouija board, channeling… Lions, Bears and Giants, Oh My!
I am halfway through listening to an interview with Laura Knight-Jadczyk, prolific alternative history writer, blah blah blah.
As you saw from my previous article, I am reading one of his books… I was researching why Moses is depicted with horns… and that is how I got to her.
Laura Knight-Jadczyk's personal vibration is 200, and the truth value of her whole teachings, tens of thousands of pages in eleven books, not mentioning her interviews, etc. the truth value of all that is 190.
Not high, not high at all.
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What is my experience with healing stones? Crystals? Do they heal or are they a fraud?
What is my experience with healing stones?
The question comes from the limited perspective of the human mind. In the physical existence we need to rely on our five senses, and inside the five senses, there is no sense that can tell if a stone or a crystal is doing something or not… or not quite. If we were sensitive enough, if we didn't resist every "negative" feeling, we could feel the feeling vibrations of a stone, but most of us don't.
Bach flowers, the energies in the Bach Flower Remedies or Bach Flower energies, have an energetic signature. It is much like music, recognizable, has a mood, a tempo, a timber to it. It evokes a feeling. A mood.
When you ingest the Bach Flower remedies, the feelings are matched. The feeling of the flower, the feeling of the Bach Flower energy. They are meeting your feelings, blocked feelings, resisted feelings head on and they effectively release the blockage.
The vibrational pattern, the vibrational signature of the organized, intentional energy of the Bach Flower Energy wins every time. It smoothes out the tangles wires, and you feel better.
Let's follow this last analogy to see how this works with stones. Each stone has an energetic signature. When it is big enough and you put it next to your body, it will work two possible ways:
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Vibrational Review: Grigori Grabovoi, Arcady Petrov, Organ Regeneration Method, and Pranic Healing UPDATED
A reader asks: Can you give a vibrational review on Arcady Petrov (personal: 190, teaching: 170, 180 truth level, 91% deception) and Grigori Grabovoi (personal: 300, teaching: 300, 600 truth level.). They are both Russian Authors. You can find their work in Amazon. They supposedly have learned how to regenerate body organs like teeth and in fact are teaching people how to do it.
I have done research on the internet and after I was sure I was connecting to the right person, my vibrational measures are in parentheses next to the person's name. Read my review of Pranic healing on the bottom
Although 300 vibration is respectable (Grigori) he was about 70% off, and made sweeping generalizations… He is in prison now, if I understand it correctly.
Our usual "scheme" is being repeated here: a relatively competent person with relatively high level of consciousness tries to teach an ambitious lower consciousness person, no success, and then that person will teach other people of what he can't do… Brilliant scheme to dupe millions of people who want to get well, or have children, parents, spouses, siblings… the devastation is terrible.
Of course, there is always the inevitable few percentile that just because they have "hope" they pull themselves out of the self-perpetuated illness and have a turnaround. The is an expectable side-effect of any healing modality, good or bad.
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Jenny has been dancing since the age of 5. She studied many different styles of dance including ballet, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, folk, modern, tap, clogging and ballroom. She danced competitively through her studio (Centre Stage) in Nampa, Idaho as well as her high school (Vallivue High School) while winning many top awards. Jenny was on the Contemporary Dance Theatre team in college at BYU-Idaho which toured philanthropically through all of Central America. Later she joined the BYU-Idaho Folk Dance Team and as Captain led her team through Ecuador and Peru for a month while performing daily to raise money for those in need. Currently she is a member of Explore Dance Company, the National Folk Dance Organization and a board member for the Idaho Dance Education Organization(IDEO). She continues to cultivate her dance education through attending new certification courses and dance conferences each year.
Opening a studio has been a desire of Jenny's for many years. From her interaction with young dancers she found a missing link that needs to be addressed. Dance isn't just about the movement of the body, but about the discipline, goal setting, emotion portrayal, friendship, humility, team work, and leadership skills that will create an overall remarkable individual. At Illusion Dance Studios we focus on a specific leadership principle with your child each month and explore how applying that skill enhances our dance practice and our success in life.
Caitlyn started her dance career at 4 years old and has been continuing her dance training in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and contemporary. Through dance, Caitlyn had the opportunity to compete at the collegiate level with Idaho State University Bengal Dancers. She coached High School Dance Team and has taught classes for over 10 years to children of all ages. Caitlyn can't wait to share the knowledge she has gained in dance technique and choreography, student leadership training, judging critique, competitive dance, community involvement and build a desire to continue dancing through out life with students at Illusion Dance. Caitlyn is so excited to continue sharing her joy and passion of dance and can't wait to learn and grow with your child as we create the next generation of pivotal leaders in our community.
Hannah lives and breathes dance, and she has since age four. Her passion and specialty is ballet, but she has studied jazz, tap, modern, acrobatic, and pointe. She earned a BS in Health Science with a minor in Dance Education from BYU-Idaho. She stays up-to-date on the latest in dance education by participating in trainings and conferences throughout the Gem State. She also dances locally with Explore Dance Company.
For the last nine years Hannah has been teaching ballet, tap, jazz, modern, pointe, lyrical, creative movement, musical theater and gymnastics. She has also coached competitive dance. Her passion is ballet and she loves to teach dancers the joy of movement and see their joy as they learn and grow. She believes the best way to do this is by creating a safe, positive, and creative atmosphere.
I am elated and honored to be a part of your dancer's journey here are Illusion Dance Studios!
My aspiration is to offer my students a chance to discover their own relationship with dancing. Drawing upon a scope of skills and weaving together many technical backgrounds, I have come full circle to my own youthful appreciation for ballet. As a dance instructor with nearly twenty years' experience, I am proud to imbue my knowledge of dance history, ballet technique and understanding of anatomy into my classes of all ages. As an artist and mother, I enjoy applying my skills of imagination, colorful imagery and empathy to encourage a holistic exploration of creative movement. I am unabashed to say that I have learned a lot while observing my daughter's own exploration of our shared passion for dancing. She has reminded me of the essence and pure joy of how freeing and powerful movement can be.
I believe that dancing hones the mind, body and imagination. Each gesture a dancer performs requires mindfulness and intention; mentally challenging oneself to absorb and execute exercises while emotionally challenging oneself to evoke a feeling through grace and strength. Learning to both understand and appreciate one's own magnificent physiology leads to confidence of what we can accomplish when we set our mind to something. Developing creative-movement skills sharpens cognitive creativity which inspires articulate thought with direction; ie. the catalyst for self-confidence, poise, inspiration, discovery and invention! Dance training enforces all these characteristics, directly correlating to enduring leadership skills.
Miss Kate grew up in New York's Hudson Valley. She began dancing at the age of four, studying the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) curriculum for twelve years. Kate majored in fine art and minored in dance at Manhattanville College in Purchase, NY. She has taught ballet and modern dance at studios all over the country. Kate is also a watercolor and oil painter, designer and licensed massage therapist. To enhance her understanding of movement styles and kinesiology, Kate has extensively studied various yoga and Pilates methods. Kate has been married to her husband Jeff, for over ten years and is a proud mother to Benjamin, 8 and Lydia, 3. The Johnson family moved to Idaho in 2015.
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Health Canada has warned consumers not to use Sandoz's Prednisolone ophthalmic suspension eye drops because of the possibility that the bottles may mistakenly contain another product, Blue Collyrium -- a different type of eye drop that requires patients be monitored by a physician if the medication is used for longer than a 72-hour period. Concerns were raised when one bottle from a shipment of Prednisolone drops was found to contain the other drug.
Patients who have been prescribed Prednisolone should discontinue use of the product and consult their physician immediately, said Health Canada.
"As a precautionary measure, patients should also return the product to the place of purchase and have the pharmacist confirm that the 10 ml white plastic bottle they purchased contains the right product," said the group in a statement. "Prednisolone eye drops are white, while Blue Collyrium drops are dark blue. It may be difficult to identify color differences through the white bottles. This applies to all lots."
Prednisolone is usually prescribed for the treatment of conditions that cause inflammation of the eye and for use after cataract surgery. Blue Collyrium is used to treat eye redness caused by minor irritation.


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Pochacco 15mm Paper Tape: Ice Cream
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This Pochacco paper tape is an adorable addition to your crafting collection! The fun design features Pochacco in a variety of poses on a wider width (15mm) supercute paper tape. 10 meters of this tape is waiting for you to be used on your next project!
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Our Ribbed Under Scarves feature an ultra soft tube silhouette in a premium Cotton Polyester blend, with a straight banded trim for a secure yet breathable fit. Each piece is crafted with a fashion-forward and comfort-inspired spirit featuring the stretch of Premium Jersey and the lushness of Satin. Complementary to every hijab or head wrap style, our Ribbed Jersey Under Scarves are sure to set you apart. Refined, versatile, breathable, and best of all, exclusively ours.
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A Zen Approach to Potty Training
We recommend a zen approach to potty training: succeed by trying less hard. Don't get stressed out about potty training because your little bundle of joy will absorb that stress and reflect it back to you. What's the secret to zen potty training? Have fun with it. Take the upbeat Tigger or the mellow Winnie the Pooh as your model: don't be the anxious Rabbit who needs all their vegetables to be exactly in a row. Say to yourself, "I'm ready for my next big adventure."
So when does the adventure begin?
Number crunchers tell us children are ready to begin potty training between 18 and 30 months, and by three years old, 98% of kids are potty trained. The average age for being completely potty trained is 29 months for girls and 31 months for boys. Yes, that's right–not only do girls learn to read earlier, they learn to pee in the potty earlier as well. (Inherent biological differences, or do girls just receive more cultural pressure to be self-disciplined? Harumph. Let's leave that argument for another day.)
The Mayo Clinic emphasizes, "Potty-training success hinges on physical and emotional readiness, not a specific age." A professor of pediatrics adds, "Sometimes it happens at 18 months, sometimes it doesn't happen until close to age 4, but no healthy child will go into kindergarten in diapers. As with other things, like eating, walking, talking, and making friends, kids do things on their timetable, not ours!" (Thank you prof, for that cheery reminder of parental powerlessness. We SO appreciate it).
Here are your signs of physical and emotional readiness:
Physical Readiness:
- Does your child stay dry for periods of two hours or more?
- Is your child able to pull their pants up and down?
- Can your child easily sit down on a potty chair and get up again?
- Can they climb up a step stool to the big potty?
Emotional Readiness:
- Is your child showing interest and curiosity in underwear or toilets?
- Are they complaining about dirty diapers and finding them unpleasant?
- Are they able to follow basic directions?
- Does your child let you know when they need to go?
Avoid starting potty training during transitional or stressful times like a move or a divorce. One adventure at a time, people.
Build up suspense for the adventure
This is key. If you play your cards right, you can totally have your child begging for the day that potty training begins. The trick is to build up the suspense and excitement, by using these amazing psychological manipulations, um, parenting strategies.
- On your child's first birthday, start talking about how excited you are to potty train them but explain, "You're still too young, sorry. Maybe when you're two."
- A couple months before training starts, ceremoniously invite your kid to pick out their big kid present: a child toilet or seat. Oh, the joy!
- When the marvelous potty arrives at your humble home, make it feel welcome with a "potty party" where it is garbed and adorned by your child in dinosaur and princess stickers.
- Leave the decorated potty chair in all its glory lying around conspicuously. Don't tell your child to do anything yet, but simply let the two of them get to know each other.
- Start a pre-potty training boot camp, where you drill yourself in crucial skills like pulling pants up and down, or flushing the toilet. (Very important: when the toilet flushes, say "Floosh! Whoosh! Floosh! Whoosh!")
- When you see your child sitting on the potty, ramble up with their favorite game or book so that they associate potty-sitting with fun times.
- Role model like a champ. Let your child watch how you use the potty (dramatic narration a bonus).
Every potty knight needs their noble steed
The question is only what steed to choose. A child-sized potty, adorable and cute, just like a wee winsome pony? Or you could get a child potty seat for the adult potty, if you think your child is ready for that challenge. Remember that potty seats will need to be paired with step stools (because no one can release their bowels easily without planting their feet).
This is one of the most price-friendly options out there, making it easier on you if you have multiple kids who insist on having their own potty. Parents like it because it's easy to clean and impossible for toddlers to put together backwards. It's light enough for a toddler to carry themselves, and the perfect height for your tot to plant their feet squarely on the ground.
Summer Infant Lil' Loo Potty
This is actually a two-in-one bargain, since the seat can be used both on the child potty and the adult potty. The crowning feature of this potty is: "When the child flushes the potty, the tank water feature lights up and pretend water twirls around to a real flushing sound and cheerful yay." If anything, parents complain that this potty is SO FUN it makes their kids TOO obsessed with going to the bathroom. As well as making a sound when flushed, it also makes a congratulatory sound when you pee (electrode sensors at the bottom of the bowl detect your tinkle). One downside: it can be annoying if you forget to turn it off at night, as it sometimes goes off unexpectedly.
Fisher-Price Learn-to-Flush Potty
This award-winning design is three things in one: a potty seat, a child potty, and a step stool. It's made of very sturdy and comfortable plastic, is easy to clean, and is totally skid-proof. We definitely recommend this elegant three-in-one choice; unless your kid is on the young side for potty training. (For the youngest tots, the child potty can be a little bit on the big side.)
Ubbi 3-in-1 Potty or Toilet Trainer and Step Stool
Next up: Seats. If you want a child seat for the adult potty, check and see if you have a round or an elongated toilet, and make sure you buy a match. (Sometimes you can still use a seat that's a mismatch, but it tends to be a bit awkward and leave a gap.)
This product (ten inches long and eight inches wide) is a great value for folks with elongated style toilet seats. The handles on the side will help your child feel much more secure and stable when they use it, and the contouring is designed to hold the child in place. Pair it with a good step stool that allows them to firmly plant their feet.
Munchkin Sturdy Potty Seat
This product (designed for round toilets) is nice and soft and cushy to sit on. You don't have to buy a separate step stool, because it comes with one. It's light enough that your tot will be able to take it on and off the toilet themselves, which will give them a greater sense of autonomy. The handles add to the sense of safety.
Mommy's Helper Contoured Cushie Step Up
How to support your child on their potty quest
Research shows it's important to give your child a feeling of active participation, control and independence in potty training. If you're too bossy, you risk dissension in the ranks. As the poem goes, "I am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul." Your child is the captain of their pee and the master of their bowels–or you hope they will be.
The AAP's full recommendations for toilet training are available, but here are our cliff notes for the supportive parent:
- Practice sitting on the potty fully clothed.
- Next, try sitting on the potty with pants and diapers off.
- Demonstrate what the potty is for by emptying a soiled diaper into the potty.
- Take note of the times of your child's bowel movements and try to develop the habit of regular potty-sitting around bowel movement times.
- Once things are going well, try going diaperless for short periods of time and encouraging your kid to use the potty independently.
- Praise and reward them for tries and successes (but not so extravagantly that they become afraid of not succeeding). The Mayo Clinic says, "Be positive even if a trip to the toilet isn't successful."
- If things aren't going well, don't take it personally. Simply take some time off and try again.
How long will this quest take?
An average time frame for success in toilet training is three to six months, although it's common for children to continue having problems with bed-wetting until they are five or six. Depending on the child, potty training might take up to ten months. However, some parents say they managed to potty-train their child in a single weekend (show-offs).
This book is a bestseller, and some parents swear by it, although it doesn't work for all children. The title is a bit of an exaggeration: you get the idea across in a single day, but it takes longer to become accident-free.
Toilet Training in Less Than a Day
Toilet Training In Less Than a Day is actually pretty different from the official toilet-training method recommended by the AAP (not to imply any criticism). The AAP method is based on the Brazelton Method, a much slower method which can take place over a period of months. (Dr. Brazelton was a paid spokesperson for Pampers diapers: did he have an ulterior motive for recommending slow potty training? Or is it spurious for us to impugn his honor?)
If you're interested in something that's slower than a day but faster than a few months, this might be a good book to check out.
The classic masterpiece Oh Crap! Potty Training outlines a toilet training process which is a bit faster than the traditional Brazelton method. Parents like the book because it explains how to respect your toddler's dignity, and how to get your daycare provider on board with your chosen potty training method.
Oh Crap! Potty Training
What if your child doesn't WANT to go on your potty training adventure?
"We are plain quiet folk and have no use for adventures. Nasty disturbing uncomfortable things! Make you late for dinner!" – Bilbo Baggins, from The Hobbit
If, like the Hobbit, your child doesn't have much use for adventures, remember your zen. Don't rush your child. It's totally okay to wait a couple months if you can avoid the dreaded "power struggle" between you and your child. Empathy helps; remember that children love the familiar. What is normal for you might be intimidating for them.
Believe it or not, some children are actually afraid of the toilet. Think about it: it's big, it's hard, it's cold, and it sucks things up NEVER TO BE SEEN AGAIN. When you put it that way, the toilet is a monster! If your child regards the toilet with frightened awe, try to de-mystify the beast by explaining its inner mechanical workings. Or, if you prefer a less scientific approach, some parents have comforted their children by explaining that the poop doesn't die–it just goes away to "have a poo party under the house."
Some kids will master number one easily and then draw the line at number two. This behavior is referred to clinically as "stool toileting refusal." It can even escalate to painful levels as they hold back the poop and get really constipated. A study found that when parents talk about poop positively, kids get over stool toileting refusal more easily. Also, sometimes kids have strange reasons for the things they do. Asking enough questions to understand their mindset and address their core objections can be helpful.
Hand washing is a vital part of this adventure
Many parents have a "hand washing song" to make sure their kids wash their hands for long enough. Here are five hand washing songs your child will love. Getting soap your kids like (sparkly, scented, colorful, foaming, or fun shapes) can also be very motivational. It helps moms, too.
Other creative ideas from parents to incentivize hand washing:
- Tell your kid that the soap is ACTUALLY ALIEN SLIME!
- Make very animated noises and say things like "SCRUBSCRUBSCRUBBAAAAA"
- Enlist them into an army of germ fighters!
- Cheer "bye bye germs" as water goes down the drain.
Picking the right armor for your potty knight
Some parents transition directly from diapers to underwear and that tends to be the cheapest option. However, with regular underwear, accidents can be very messy. Training pants/underwear basically acts as a happy medium between diapers and underpants. You have three choices: disposable training pants, waterproof cloth trainers, and absorbent, non-waterproof cloth trainers. Our favorite choices in each category:
Whenever you want the ease of disposables without the environmental guilt, Honest Company is the perfect option. Their all-natural, eco-friendly products avoid chemicals, so they're very easy on your little one's skin. They also have easy tear-away sides to make disposal more convenient.
Disposable training pants pack (19-25 pairs, depending on size)
An organic cotton inner layer and a waterproof outer layer make these comfy for your child while ensuring they can hold in any blowout. Comes in a variety of fun designs (including the sea creatures pictured here). Bonus: These versatile training pants can also be used as swim diapers or diaper covers.
Charlie Banana Training Pant (Waterproof)
These Gerber training pants have a thick absorbent middle layer and are made of soft cotton. They won't prevent all the mess, but they save you from having to clean up an entire puddle. They're very comfortable, and they're perfect for a parent who is transitioning away from diapers.
Gerber Dinosaur 3-Pack Training Pant (Absorbent, Non-waterproof)
It can be good to sleep in training pants or with a protective mattress cover. Keep extra underwear and outfits handy in your diaper bag in case of accidents!
Celebrate your mighty victories
Celebration is the keystone of successful potty training! When your child graduates from training pants to underwear, reward them with a special pair of patterned underwear of their choice. Or go on a special outing! We even heard the suggestion to give an underwear party with a special "Happy Underwear Day to you" song.
Cue triumphal music! Your own adventure is ready to begin.


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While Bitcoin does not establish any safe-haven criteria, it does reflect some strong potential for decent gains. This is indeed a reflection of the trade tensions between the US and China trade tensions.
The US stocks recently went down by 3%. The safe-haven assets like the Japanese Yen, Gold and government bonds were expected to hold or gain during turbulent market trends; however, they rallied as investors were concerned over the trade war and the consequent impact on the global economy.
Several crypto enthusiasts opined that this, in turn, propelled the Bitcoin to achieve its status as a haven. The argument is that Bitcoin is immune to price manipulation due to its decentralized nature, whether of geopolitical tensions or trade wars.
Despite several attempts, there has been no correlation between the price rally of Bitcoin and the price of the stocks. This is because Bitcoin is mined by miners who compete to solve computer puzzles, and the government does not issue it. The supply of Bitcoin is capped by 21%, and therefore it is scarce, and it proposes innate value comparable to rare metals per those enthusiasts who are more concerned about scarcity and its impact on the value of the token.
The US president Donald Trump is all set to slap Chinese imports with massive tariffs, and this led the stocks to tumble down and to lead to the rise of the price of Bitcoin.
Ever since Trump's threat has been out in the air, BTC has gone up to 23% when compared to the 4.6% slump in the S&P index. In just a week after the tariff hikes were declared the price of the Bitcoin went up by 41% versus a 3.8% decline in the US stocks.
During times of market uncertainty, investors tend to move in a small percentage of their investment to Bitcoin.
Marcus Swanepoel, CEO of Luno, a London-based cryptocurrency platform, stated, "If you're wrong, you're not losing lots of money, but if you're right we are talking outsized returns." He further opined that Bitcoin has begun to move concerning market volatility, just like Gold does.
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International Vegetarian Week
For the most part, no-one really celebrates a vegetarian, in fact, they are often seen as the bane of any chef's existence as meat takes centre stage in most dishes. However it's International Vegetarian Week and we are determined to shine a light on the 12% (thanks Mintel for the stat) of vegetarians who dwell amongst us. Meat eaters, feel free to leave us now!
At this point we feel it important to point out that many of those in chef jobs are actually putting a lot of emphasis on the vegetable elements of their dishes. We have even come across a few restaurants in London that focus specifically on vegetarian dishes…
Best vegetarian restaurants in London:
Vanilla Black http://www.vanillablack.co.uk/
Terre à Terre http://www.terreaterre.co.uk/
Ethos http://www.ethosfoods.com/
Gauthier Soho http://www.gauthiersoho.co.uk/home.php
Grain Store http://www.grainstore.com/
In our humble opinion we don't see the trend towards becoming a vegetarian increasing any time soon, particularly with other eating habits coming to the fore such as gluten free, dairy free and diets like the Paleo, people simply can't do them all at one time (can they?). But we are definitely seeing the veggie being given much more respect both in professional kitchens and domestic ones alike.
Gone are the days where those in chef jobs in gastropubs would serve up boiled veg with your Sunday Roast, oh no! Nowadays it's all about the pickled, preserved, smoked, spiralized, dehydrated or pureed. And we are seeing many of those in head chef jobs creating their own gardens on site or encouraging their teams to forage or use unconventional vegetables in their menu development.
Another key trend in the vegetarian market is the small plate. Although these little morsels are usually much more expensive at the end of the nights – because it does take a fair few to fill you up – they do offer vegetarians the chance to finally enjoy many different delicious tastes in one sitting (a luxury they are not accustomed to).
As the London foodie scene diversifies further, we expect vegetables to play an even bigger role in modern cooking, as many chefs are fast discovering that vegetables offer flexibility when creating dishes and don't tie them down to a central protein element. They are also often a lot cheaper than meat and there is so much you can do with them.
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William Woods Softball Beats Stephens College
FULTON, MO -- The William Woods University softball team continued its hot streak on Saturday, as they posted a pair of nine-run innings in each game, as they sweep Stephens College in an American Midwest Conference doubleheader.
The pair of wins extends William Woods' (15-12, 8-5 AMC) winning streak to six games. The Owls have now won nine of their last 10 games, to see its record shoot to a season-high three games over .500.
WWU got another outstanding pitching performance from reigning Co-AMC Pitcher of the Year MacKenzie Bowden in game one, as she held the Stephens College (3-18, 1-11 AMC) to just one hit over five innings of work. Bowden was helped by a nine-run second inning as WWU went on to take the 18-0 victory.
For the weekend, Bowden allowed only one hit over 11.2 innings, which includes a no-hitter against Benedictine University at Springfield on Friday.
Caroline Sicht was the offensive hero in game one, as she drove in four runs, including a three-run shot in top cap off a nine-run second inning. Sicht has been on quite the roll, as she has drilled four homers in her last six games.
Lauren Lopes and Emily Murphy drove in three runs apiece, while Megan Cooper and Ashley DePew each collected a pair of RBI's in the first contest.
In game two, the Owls exploded for again for nine runs in an inning, this time in the fourth, to seal the 14-0 win, completing the sweep for the day.
Shelby LeCuru and Lauren Lopes each slugged a home run in game two, with Lopes' homer being the first home run of her WWU career.
The California native collected six RBI's on the day, which now gives her 10 on the year. The catcher has been hot of late, by driving in eight runs over her last four games.
Becca Schemmer was outstanding, as she held the Stars to only one hit over five innings, striking out four, to improve her record to 7-5.
LeCuru drove in three runs in game two, as did DePew, giving the senior five RBI's on the day.
The Owls will return to action on Tuesday, as they host Williams Baptist in the annual Senior Day game. First pitch is scheduled for 1 p.m.


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Try this elegant take on the gingerbread house by Olivia from The Great Australian Bake Off.
For the gingerbread, melt the butter, sugars, golden syrup and treacle in a saucepan over medium heat. Sieve the flour, bicarbonate of soda, ginger, mixed spice and cinnamon together into a large bowl. Pour in the melted butter mixture, stir it in and once it has cooled just enough to handle, knead into a dough.
Roll out small amounts of the dough between 2 sheets of baking paper and cut out shapes using the templates. Keep the remaining dough that you are not using covered with cling wrap so it doesn't dry out. Bake at 200°C for 6-7 mins. Try and bake similar sized biscuits together as the smaller pieces will cook much faster than the larger pieces, so keep your eye on them. The biscuits will appear soft when they are baked so be careful not to over bake them. They will become crisp on cooling. Once removed from the oven, check whether your biscuits have spread and if so, place the template back over the biscuit and trim back to size with a knife (you need to be quick to do this while the biscuit is still hot and soft, once it cools it will become crisp and be much harder to cut and might break, if one does break, don't fret there is enough dough to make another piece).
Make the royal icing by whisking the egg whites. Then add the icing sugar, mix then stir in the lemon juice and beat until stiff. Place half of the icing into a piping bag with a small round piping tip. Take a small amount of the remaining half and colour it leaf green and place in a piping bag with a leaf piping tip. Colour the remaining icing brown (as close as you can get to the colour of your gingerbread because this one is your glue) and place into a piping bag with a larger round tip.
Assembly, cover a round cake board in black fondant. Using the brown icing stick the large round biscuit to the centre of the board.
Ice the sides of the supports (2 wide & 2 narrow) and make a box out of them; leave to set. Do this for all four supports. Stick the small side arch onto the sides of two support columns while lying them down. Glue on a ledge above the arch and then a rectangular biscuit above the ledge to make a complete side. Repeat for the other side. Pipe the details onto each side in white while it is still lying down. Leave to dry for a few minutes.
While it is drying pipe the details onto the two large arch pieces and the four top pieces.
Stand the two sides up onto the round biscuit on the board and use a template to make sure you have them spaced the right distance apart. Using the royal icing stick on the four front bottom rectangle pieces onto the lower part of the exposed supports (this is the front and back of the arc) and then stick a ledge piece on top of each (try and line these up with the ledges on the two short sides you did earlier). Stick a large arch piece on top of each long side.
Place the large roof biscuit flat on top of the four walls. Then stand up the four top long rectangular pieces – using royal icing and hoping for the best (you may have to hold these while they set in order to get them to stay standing). Pipe the remaining details on the arc in white. Arrange the 12 remaining biscuits around the edge of the board to make the 12 roads that intersect at the roundabout. Pipe greenery onto each piece with the green icing. Make some tiny fondant cars and place on the roundabout – this will give scale to the piece.
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