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10 reasons why you should drink a glass (or two) of red wine every single night.
Not only is red wine incredibly delicious and the perfect de-stressor after a long work day, it actually has some amazing health benefits. Today I'm going to give you 10 reasons why you should be drinking red wine every single night. Please enjoy my "I wish I could be in Grey's Anatomy" article ahead.
1.) Red wine is good for your heart
Active compounds found in red wine including polyphenol, resveratrol, and quercetin have proven qualities benefiting heart health. Numerous studies have concluded that drinking moderate amounts of red wine can benefit several aspects related to cardiovascular diseases. Research shows that antioxidant rich nutrients in red wine can actually slow down the progression of atherosclerosis, a super long doctor-y word that really means built up fats, cholesterol, and plaque on the artery walls. A recent study from the International Journal of Molecule Medicine states that daily intake of red wine decreased cardiac death due to atherosclerosis, versus non-red wine drinkers. There's also plenty of evidence showing the beneficial role of resvetoral, which protects the heart cells after a stroke, inhibits plaque build up, and decreases cholesterol accumulation. Resvetoral has also been proven to relax the coronary arteries, making red wine partially responsible for benefiting cardiovascular disease. Quercetin, one of the most important flavonoids present in red wine, has also proved to regulate blood pressure levels, reducing inflammation and preventing stress. – Dr. Arielle over and out.
2.) Red wine improves cholesterol
According to a study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition wine consumption associated with a pretty massive increase in HDL cholesterol levels. HDL is actually GOOD cholesterol that we all need. The participants in this study saw their HDL levels increase from 11 to 16 percent. Another study conducted at the Curtin University of Australia found that regular consumption of red wine reduced the risk of developing cardiovascular disease by lowering LDL cholesterol levels by 8% and increasing HDL levels by 17%. So order those animal style fries, just make sure you got some cab on hand.
3.) Red wine fights free radical damage
The accumulation of free radicals is to blame for several of the diseases we are faced with today including cancer, autoimmune diseases, arthritis, and cardiovascular disease. The antioxidants in red wine can help counteract oxidative stress to help prevent and reverse damage caused by oxidation. These antioxidants enhance the body's immune defense and lower the risk of developing a number of serious health conditions. Let's not forget about my favorite chemical in red wine, resvetoral. Resvetoral comes from the skin of grapes has an amazing ability to fight off free radical damage and actually can help block the process of tumor progression and also regulate the body's inflammatory system. Have a cold? Skip the soup, grab some merlot instead.
4.) Red wine can manage obesity and weight gain
A recent study conducted at the Purdue University has claims that red wine can help combat obesity. There is a certain compound found in grapes called piceatannol, which has a very similar chemical structure to our new BFF resvetoral. Piceatonnal is said to actually block and immature fat cell's ability to grow. Uhm, amazing. They say this chemical can also speed up the timing on our metabolism! Whose getting cheeseburger with their red blend tonight?! Meee.
5.) Red wine may help prevent Alzheimer's Disease
Research indicates that people who eat a Mediterranean diet including red wine, vegetables, legumes, fruits, fish, and olive oil have a 28% lower risk in developing Alzheimers disease. There's even more research on red wine specifically as a preventive measure in treating Alzheimers. According to research published in Frontiers in Aging and Neuroscience, resvetoral may control the the main features of Alzheimers and slow the progression of dementia.
6.) Red wine enhances food flavoring
Tell me what is better than a juicy steak with a bold chianti?…I'll wait…but seriously, a huge part as to why I am so into wine is because of how well it pairs with food. When you meet a proper wineo, I guarantee they are a foodie as well. There are countless food/wine pairings but I'm going to share my favorites with you. – If you are a shellfish fan, I would suggest a light red wine like a pinot noir, grenache, pinotage, or gamay. A white meat, like a chicken dish, always pairs well with your medium red. That would include a merlot, cab. franc, sangiovese, and tempranillio. For your big reds, my favorite, this is where our steak and prosciutto comes in. Big reds include cabernet sauvignon, shiraz/syrah, zinfandel, mourvedre, and aglianico. There you have it friends, get to cookin'!
7.) Red wine improves your sex life
K, so, there's no scientific evidence to prove this. But, chug a glass of wine and that date just got way less awkward.
8.) Red wine is good for your memory
I have definitely forgotten one or two things after a night of drinking red wine BUT there is scientific evidence that red wine can improve your memory and boost brain health. This is also why red wine is so great for Alzheimer's prevention. The compound chemical we love so much, Resvetoral, has been shown to prohibit the formation of the beta-amyloid protein, the key ingredient found in patients with Alzheimer's. Keep up with your crossword puzzles and brain teasers then treat yourself with a nice glass of vino.
9.)Red wine can regulate blood sugar levels
The skin of grapes, Resvetoral, (how many times can I mention this godsend?) can also help Diabetics regulate their blood sugar levels. Red wine drinkers had significant decreases in total cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels than non-wine drinkers. Researches suspect that Resvetoral may help stimulate insulin and regulate glucose levels in the body.
10.) Jesus drank red wine
If Jesus did it, it must be good for you, am I right? ♥


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Lynch Syndrome UK Press Release
22 October 2016
Families saved from cancer – NICE recommend all patients with bowel cancer are tested for Lynch Syndrome
On Friday 21st October, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence announced draft guidance recommending that everyone who is diagnosed with bowel cancer should be tested for Lynch syndrome. Lynch syndrome (LS) is a genetic condition that increases the risk of bowel cancer and several other cancers including uterus and ovary.
Approximately 175,000 people in the UK have Lynch syndrome but 95% of them do not know they have it. It is hoped that by checking all patients who have bowel cancer for LS, many new families will be identified to enable them to have screening to prevent people getting cancer. People with LS have a 50% chance of passing on their gene mutation to each child so the more new families that can be identified, the more help can be given to keep such families cancer-free.
Lynch Syndrome UK is the only UK based registered charity which provides support and advice to people with Lynch syndrome and was part of the NICE team that developed the draft guidance. The consultation document from NICE is the first step that brings this very important issue to the attention of the public. We hope that many more people will be identified as a result of this initiative and genetic counselling will be offered to their families.
Pauline Skarrott (retired GP) , Trustee of Lynch Syndrome UK and part of the NICE group who developed the guidance said today,
'This draft guidance is greatly welcomed by the families who are part of Lynch Syndrome UK. Lives will be saved and future generations protected. One of our charity's main aims is to raise awareness of Lynch Syndrome and we believe this guidance will go a long way in achieving this. We will continue to support NICE and other organisations to improve the outcomes for our families. The final guidance will be published in January 2017.'
Contact number for media enquiries: Helen Bufton/Tracy Smith Tel: 07977 907135 /07792502125
Lynch Syndrome UK
Charity No: 116180

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Start a holiday-giving tradition in your family that teaches your children the value of giving to others. Learn more about the top seven charities that help children during the holidays. Find out how you can donate or get involved.
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Toys for Tots
Take your family to shop for a less fortunate child and teach your children invaluable lessons on thankfulness, empathy, and charitable giving. Purchase a new toy and take it (unwrapped) to a U.S. Marines' Toys for Tots drop-off location between October and December. One or more members of the U.S. Marine Corps will distribute the toys to children in your community.
02 of 07
Operation Christmas Child
Great things come in small packages and make their way into the hands of children all over the world. In this case, the package is a shoebox.
Operation Christmas Child is a Christian charity that takes a collection of shoeboxes filled with toys, school supplies, hygiene items, apparel, candy, and a personal note. Select a child's age group and fill the box with items consistent for that age group.
A small donation is required to cover shipping costs. If you donate online, you will receive a special label for your shoebox so you can track your box's journey to its final destination.
03 of 07
Make-A-Wish Foundation
There are many ways to help make the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions come true. The Make-A-Wish Foundation partners with many companies that offer special promotions during the holidays.
For example, if you drop off a letter to Santa at any Macy's location, the store will donate $1 per letter to Make-A-Wish. If you shop at the Disney Store, rent a car, buy a car, or book your air travel, check to see if that company will make a donation to Make-A-Wish as part of your purchase–many do.
Another way to help the foundation raise funds is by buying gifts through the Make-a-Wish store. Your loved one receives a beautiful gift, and a portion of the proceeds go directly back to the Make-A-Wish Foundation to help other children's dreams come true.
04 of 07
My Two Front Teeth and the Family Giving Tree
My Two Front Teeth and the Family Giving Tree are two charities that joined forces to help more children. To help a child, visit either website to see the children's names, ages, their gift wishes, and how much it will cost to give the child a particular present.
The Family Giving Tree also offers a Back-to-School Drive to deliver backpacks filled with school supplies to more than 32,000 K-12 students before school starts. Visit the website to learn how you can donate school supplies or hold your drive locally.Continue to 5 of 7 below.
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Angel Tree
The Christian charity Angel Tree helps children who have at least one parent in prison. According to statistics, one in three prisoners is a parent, and 75% of female prisoners are mothers. Angel Tree's goal is to bring Christmas and the gospel to their children. Many cities have Angel Tree locations where you can pick a child to sponsor, or you can visit the Angel Tree website to make your monetary donation online.
06 of 07
Salvation Army's Fill the Truck
The Salvation Army and Walmart team up to hold a toy drive at participating Walmart stores. The event offers customers a chance to help local families in need. Shoppers receive a list of suggested gifts they can purchase in the store and donate on the spot to "Fill the Truck." The Salvation Army will then distribute the gifts to families in your community.
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Christmas Spirit Foundation
Show your support for your country's servicemen and women and their families by giving them a Christmas tree for the holidays. The Christmas Spirit Foundation provides hundreds of Christmas trees each year to troops stationed overseas who will not be home for Christmas. The organization also delivers trees to military bases stateside so troops and their families on base can get free Christmas trees. Monetary donations help purchase the Christmas trees.


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If you love lemons and you love pound cake, this 1920 Famous Ritz Carlton Lemon Pound Cake Recipe is calling your name! This dense, old-fashioned buttery lemon pound cake was a favorite at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in the 1920's and it's still popular today.
I love an excellent pound cake. Moist and dense, it cuts cleanly. It must be all the butter! (Can one go wrong with butter?)
There are several other pound cake recipes here on the blog you may enjoy: Blueberry, Glazed Lemon Blueberry, Fresh Peach and Sugared Cranberry.
Each is unique and I don't like playing favorites. But if you ask me today, the Lemon Glazed Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake would be right up there. The Sugared Cranberry Pound Cake is so pretty at Christmas time too.
Classic pound cakes are pretty simple to make.
Traditionally you cream the butter or shortening with the sugar first.
Then add in the eggs, one at a time.
Finally you stir in the dry ingredients, alternating with the wet ones until just combined. Stir in add-ins at the end. It doesn't sound too complicated. (It's not.) 🙂
But the first time I made this 1920 Famous Ritz Carlton Lemon Pound Cake Recipe, somehow I doubled the shortening. Why? Dunno.
Maybe I was distracted with kitchen storage ideas on Pinterest? Or maybe my sweet puppy Chloe was negotiating extra pats and treats…
I didn't even realize about the extra half cup of shortening until my kitchen started filling with smoke about half way through the baking time. Eek! The extra oil was seeping out the bottom of my two part tube cake pan and smoking from the bottom of the oven.
So do as I say. (And not as I did.) And pay close attention to your ingredient amounts!
The recipe for this 1920 Famous Ritz Carlton Lemon Pound Cake Recipe has been floating around the web for years. I love that the recipe is simple. It's scrumptious served with a generous dollop of whipped cream or a spoonful of lemon curd.
The second time I made this pound cake was the charm. I laid out all the ingredients before I starting mixing, and carefully read through the amounts. Not exactly rocket science, but I didn't want to smoke out my new kitchen again.
Tips for Making the 1920 Famous Ritz Carlton Lemon Pound Cake Recipe:
- Ingredients should be at room temperature.
- Measure ingredients carefully. (Ahem.)
- For a tender cake, don't over mix. Mix until ingredients are just incorporated.
- Bake on your middle oven rack.
- Start checking at the 55 minute mark, but if the top isn't even golden brown, don't open your oven yet. (Opening and closing the oven to check a cake before it's done causes it to fall.)
- Grease and flour a bundt pan or tube cake pan.
- This is the kind of tube cake pan I used. It has two pieces which makes it simple to remove the cake.
- Cool the cake before removing it from the pan.
- Gently loosen the sides with a knife, then lift out the middle piece. Then run your knife around the center tube to loosen, and between the bottom of the cake and cake pan to separate.
If you're a lemon lover like me, you'll also enjoy these other mouthwatering recipes incorporating fresh lemons: Lemon Cake, Lemon Crumble Breakfast Cake and Lemon Yogurt Breakfast Cake (Ciambella).
1920 Famous Ritz Carlton Lemon Pound Cake Recipe
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- 1/2 cup shortening at room temperature
- 5 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 cup whole milk or 1/2 cup milk plus 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 6 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease and flour a tube pan (angel food cake pan) or Bundt pan. Set aside.
- Sift flour, baking powder and salt into a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Using an electric or stand mixer, cream together butter, shortening and sugar.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each one.
- Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl.
- Add dry ingredients in three additions to butter mixture alternately with half of the milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
- Beat at low speed just until blended after each addition.
- Gently stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake cake until cake is golden on top and tester inserted into center comes out clean, 55 - 70 minutes. (Start checking at the 55 minute mark.)
- Be careful not to open the oven if you don't think it's finished baking. (Opening the oven prematurely could cause the cake to fall.)
- Cool cake in pan.
- Using a sharp knife, gently separate cake from cake pan edges wherever you can, including around the center tube.
- Turn cake out onto rack.
- Serve with a dollop of fresh whipped cream or a spoonful of lemon curd.
You may also like: Candied Lemon Cheesecake


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Importance of Ski Travel Insurance
Many skiers have enjoyed their favorite sport for years and have never been involved in an accident on the slopes. You may, however, have witnessed a rescue team spring into action in response to an emergency, and thought: "I hope that never happens to me!" Bearing in mind that there are risks involved in snow skiing and snowboarding, one day it could very well happen that you are the one in need of assistance. For this reason, ski travel insurance is an issue that all snow sport enthusiasts should not ignore.
Even though you may have travel insurance of some sort, you need to check what exactly it covers. Injuries sustained on the slopes generally require specialized medical treatment which can quickly run up astronomical bills, and you may find your travel insurance falling short. Also, some insurance does not cover off-piste skiing and snowboarding even if accompanied by a guide. So if you enjoy off-piste activities, be sure to take out suitable ski travel insurance. However, if skiing in an area which has been designated as unsafe, with signs restricting entry, or has an avalanche warning of three or higher, it is unlikely that travel insurance will pay out in the event of an injury.
A comprehensive ski travel insurance policy covers piste rescue (including air ambulance), personal liability, medical expenses, unused lift pass days, unused equipment rental, lost and damaged equipment, as well as suitable transport home. Many insurance policies provide a 24-hour emergency helpline, which can be very reassuring in times of an emergency.
Ski travel insurances also offer cover for piste closure. This means that the insurance company will cover the cost of transport organized by your tour operator to an alternative site, if insufficient snow or an avalanche results in the total closure of skiing facilities.
Ski travel insurance policies do not generally cover pre-existing medical conditions. This includes recurring conditions or medical conditions requiring ongoing medical treatment. Ski travel insurance usually only covers expenses at state-run medical facilities. Private health care may be covered if there is no other alternative.
Some may be inclined to dismiss ski travel insurance as unnecessary, especially if they have had years of incident-free snow skiing and snowboarding. However, the risk is just not worth it. If you, or your loved ones, are in need of medical assistance, you don't want to be worrying about finances – let your ski travel insurance take care of it.


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Blossom Mash Waffle Bodysuit
Noe & Zoe Berlin
Regular price
Sale price
Organic jersey waffle knit cotton bodysuit with the cutest dotted print Snaps crotch for easy dressing.
- 100 % Organic Cotton.
- Wash inside out, machine wash up to 30º, Iron at low temperature.
- No dry clean.
- Made in Portugal.
Noé & Zoë Berlin was established in 2009 and launched its first collection in 2011. All products are designed in Berlin and manufactured with love in Portugal. The brands focus lies on high quality at fair wages and human working conditions.


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Couch to 5k Success Stories: Dawn Minihane
If I can run, you can run !
I joined C25K in January 2018. A friend had convinced a couple of us to join after a drink or two on New Years Eve.
I had tried C25K using an app before but nothing like the support you get from the crew at Dunboyne Athletic Club.
I must say there were tough nights but we knew that the C25K formula would work and would have us all running 5K at the end of the 8 weeks and when it worked the sense of achievement was immense.
I transferred to Fit for Life in March and the C25K led nicely into training for the Dunboyne 4 mile which was my first road race.
Loved that and went on to do the Dunboyne 5 mile, the Clonee 10 K and then the Swords 10 mile thanks to a race number being donated by a kind F4L member.
The 10 mile was great and I decided there and then to try a Half Marathon before 2018 was out and signed up for the Gingerbread Half Marathon in Portarlington which I completed in November with a friend I made in C25k.
I was delighted and honoured then to receive an award from the club as the F4L Newcomer of the year at the annual Awards Ceremony in Dunboyne Castle.
Running has improved every aspect of my health.
If you are thinking of joining, do it !


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I have a very hectic job, and whenever I get the opportunity to break away from my busy schedule, I grab my pontoon boat and go to the lake for fishing. I find it very relaxing to spend time alone with sherry on my pontoon boat. He is a very good companion, stays quiet, doesn't move around the boat a lot and keeps to himself, and honestly, those are the best things I like after a hectic week.
I had bought my Pontoon boat five years ago, and ever since then, whenever I have had the opportunity to go fishing, I had availed the opportunity.
The lake was beautiful, situated in the heart of three mountains; the molten glaciers from the mountains fed it. Even in summers the water was frigid and to catch a fish one had to wait a bit before opening the account for the day.
Last month had been very tough for me, three lost deals and one customer firing our firm for a petty issue, I was in utmost need of a vacation. And that is exactly what my boss suggested, that I should take the week off and get everything off my mind. I rushed home, packed my stuff and stuffed sherry on the back seat and started my 8-hour long journey to Pontoonville.
It was way past dark, and when I reached the holiday resort, the town presented the image of a ghost town. I checked in to a motel, tucked sherry into the room and went to bed to rest properly before the great day ahead.
I woke up at half past four in the morning. The town was still deeply asleep. I made coffee for myself, fed Sherry, gathered my fishing gear and off I drove to the shore for a pacifying day of fishing. The harbor was one of the places in the town that opened very early in the morning, well it's apt to say it opens late in the night. I rented my favorite pontoon boat, and off I went into the lake long before the sun was up.
The lake was huge, and it gave the feeling of a very huge dam. There were ample fish to catch. My pontoon was very luxurious, well for me, the definition of luxurious was away from my hectic routine, so even the broken toilet seat of the Motel seemed a luxury as it was quiet and peaceful.
After reaching a few hundred feet away from the shore, I lowered my hook. And the fishing started. I had caught three by nine in the morning, and I decided it was time for breakfast. Sherry was also looking at me with his droopy eyes as if expecting me to stop the fishing right away and prepare breakfast for him.
I took out one of the fish and started preparing it by removing the fins and the head. Once I was done the chopping, I cleaned the deck and marinated the fish into the sauce. Then I turned on the portable grill and started grilling the fish. It was difficult to decide who was drooling more, Sherry or me as I had to push him back numerous times while he made repeated attempts to steal away one of the cooking pieces. Finally, I gave up and threw him a juicy piece which he devoured quickly and started panting at my feet for more.
I was managing the grill and sherry simultaneously, and well, this was all the fun that I came here for. And finally, the fish was ready, grilled and smoking hot. I took out all the sauces I had brought and enjoyed my freshly grilled fish with buttered buns I had picked up from the harbor in the morning.
After breakfast, I felt the new energy inside me, and I lowered the hook again. Sherry was content with the breakfast and was enjoying the warm sun on the aft deck.
By afternoon, I had caught seven fish, and I was a bit tired with the endeavour, so I decided to relax. I extended the bunk, adjusted the foams and lay down on the deck. The warm sun, the pacifying lake and the mountains around was a breathtaking scene. I was trying to absorb all the nature I could, breathing in deeply the fresh and pure air. The only noise breaking the silence of the scene was the humming of the motors in the distant coming from other pontoon boats in the lake.
I couldn't keep track of time, and I slept for a minute or so, and when I looked at the watch again, it was two in the afternoon. I was woken up by Sherry, who was continuously trying to tell me it was way past his lunch time. I thoroughly enjoyed the sleep; it was one of those naps you get after days of improper sleeping.
I was feeling very fresh after the nap. I took out the half of the marinated fish I had saved and started preparing lunch. After lunch, I decided to turn the boat towards the shore and call it a day. Sherry was equally satisfied with his outing. I had discovered he loved pontooning as much as I did. In fact, he enjoyed more. As he always observed unnoticed details about the nature that I couldn't.
On my way back I felt very relaxed and all ready for the hectic week that lay ahead of me.


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- Sarah Greenfield, RD
5 Constipation Hacks
With over 42 million Americans suffering from constipation, this is a topic we need to talk about! I see clients daily that have altered GI function, specifically constipation. Sometimes you need a little something extra outside of a healthy diet and adequate water intake to get things moving. Here are 5 tips that you can try to alleviate constipation.
For a quick overview check out my latest Youtube Video
Psyllium Husk Most people don't get the recommended 25-35 grams of fiber per day, especially soluble fiber. I have found many clients following string paleo diets are not getting enough soluble fiber which helps pull water into the intestines and lubricate your poop. Take 1 tsp of psyllium husk mixed with 8 ounces of water may look a little gross, it may even gel a little if you don't drink it fast enough, but I tell ya, it gets things moving. I suggest taking it before bedtime so you can wake-up with a great poo or taking it in the morning to start your day off right.
Magnesium Citrate This sexy little mineral is responsible for over 300 biochemical processes in the body. But it's one of my favorite tricks for stimulating the GI tract and getting things moving. The combination of magnesium, citric acid and salt found in magnesium citrate, helps pull water into the intestines lubricating the stool. Make sure to double check your magnesium supplement for added calcium. Often times these two minerals are paired together but too much calcium can actually contribute to constipation. Another wonderful benefit of magnesium is its ability to relax muscles. After a long workout, soaking in a magnesium rich epsom salt is like a day at the spa, and that's because it relaxes your muscles. Well, it does the same thing in your GI tract, relaxes the muscles making it easier to pass a bowel movement.
Probiotic Our gut microbiome is our second brain and this brain is fueled by bacteria. Making sure we have the right balance of good and bad bacteria is crucial for overall health and can be the difference between a good bowel movement and a bad one. When selecting a probiotic supplement look for a product that has a high CFU count. I also look for probiotics that are made from soil based strains as these are more shelf stable and do not need to be refrigerated. Check out: Prescript Assist or Klaire Labs
Meditate Stress is not just the way we feel, but it's a physiological, hormonal response our bodies have to the external world. And guess what? Our digestion is the first area of our bodies that are hit by high levels of stress. Incorporating a meditation practice can help balance hormones, change your gut bacteria make-up and ultimately ease digestive discomfort. How amazing is that?
Alignment Changing your alignment can make all the difference. Sitting on a toilet does not put our bodies in the proper position to make pooping easier. This is why there is such a high rate of hemorrhoids in the United States, we are all straining to poo! Elevating your feet helps open your rectum making your bathroom time more enjoyable. You can put some books on your feet or try something like a squatty potty!
There you have it, 5 tips to help you become more regular. Happy pooping!


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Tar Heel Basement was the only commercialized company to choose from that are local. I read about them online and also made sure to read testimonials from customers. There were a lot of positive comments so I chose this company. I'm so glad I did! Mike did a great job with the presentation and making me feel comfortable with this company. He spoke very highly of his employers, which I liked to hear. Brett and his install crew were professional, courteous, and clean as they worked. They went above and beyond with the cleanup process.
Sophia S. of Thomasville, NC


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So it looks like the terrorist group Hamas is now the official Palestinian government, but this shouldn't be a surprise to anyone who has read my "Break Their Will" series of posts about the need to undermine the Palestinians' widespread support for terrorism. As I wrote and quoted:
This poll of Palestinians taken in September, 2002, is not very encouraging. Here are some stats:
- 52% oppose peace negotiations with Israel.
- 73% are pessimistic of a reaching a peaceful settlement to the conflict.
- 66% are opposed to the Oslo agreement.
- 80% support the continuation of the al-Aqsa Intifada.
- 53% believe that the Intifada will achieve its object.
- 65% support suicide bombing operations against Israeli civilians [the poll question specifically mentions civilians].
These poll numbers support my belief that the Palestinian people themselves are a part of the problem, and need to be cowed.
Dealing with the Palestinians as a real state for the past 15 years has only made the situation deteriorate, and now we're stuck trying to figure out what to do with a democratically elected terrorist govnerment. Don't forget: the Palestinian government, now Hamas, is almost entirely funded by charity from Western nations.
Overall, this seems like a self-destructive move by the Palestinian people. It's hard to see how a Hamas-controlled government will be able to gain any consessions from Israel or any civilized nation. More likely this election will just hasten the implosion of the Palestinian territory.


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Hi, I'm having problems specifically with SDK v2.01 and my 4890 video cards. I am able to run David Bucciarelli's SmallLuxGPU v1.3 test OpenCL software on my 4890 video cards using ATi Stream SDK v2.0, but I cannot run it when I use ATI Stream SDK v2.01. I checked that the SDK v2.01 is installed correctly, and can run the included OpenCL samples and other OpenCL code, but not the latest versions of David's programs. It's like the stream SDK v2.01 broke something for my 4890s... Please help.
By the way, in case this is relevant, the video cards I'm using are original ATI 4890 video cards; OpenCL reports them as RV770; they look exactly like original ATI reference cards (they were won in an AMD contest; see first, second).


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Difference Between Fear and Anxiety
Our life is nothing but a bundle of cumulative emotions taking us to a phase of life with variegated emotions. Some lead us to positive feelings others lead us to a thorny path of sad unwanted emotions. Feeling of happiness and excitement feels our mind with joy. Negative emotions may have a disastrous effect in the later part of our life.
Fear psychosis and anxiety disorder are really detrimental to our health. Cardiac problems and other severe health problems may seem to rise thus shortening our life span. Fear is the ultimate mind killer which causes much distress. This negative emotion must be treated taking proper medical advice.
The symptoms of fear and anxiety are very same. But to psychologists
Both these terms have a different definition. In medical terms fear is aroused in the brain by distressing emotions which ends in the release of chemicals in the form of fast breathing, heart problems etc.
The emotional response to a fearful situation is realistic in nature. The mental trauma one undergoes has many side effects. Sometimes fear may also be unrealistic in nature like hydrophobia. On the other hand anxiety is a purely inner mental condition without any external risk factor whatsoever. There is never a tension of getting harmed. Fear has some causes and even has consequent remedies. But feeling of anxiety eats into the vitals of our brain without any immediate remedies so far prescribed.
Fear is a sudden emotional response to a particular situation but anxiety is a continuous emotion. Anxiety leads to depression and other personality disorders.
Anxiety filled people cannot react to a situation normally. The feelings of fear and anxiety can paralyze our life and so we have to overcome them to lead a normal life.


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Definitions for "Ortholog"
Orthologs are genes in different species that evolved from a common ancestral gene by speciation. Normally, orthologs retain the same function in the course of evolution. Identification of orthologs is critical for reliable prediction of gene function in newly sequenced genomes. (See also Paralogs.).
A gene with similar function to a gene in an evolutionarily related species. The identification of orthologs is useful for gene function prediction.
A homolog that has retained the same function as the sequence it is compared to, but in a different species. See also homolog, paralog, COG and GeneQuiz


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Shooting its resort look book on the grounds of the Gonzaga palace in Mantua — the Renaissance structure's architecture and interiors had inspired some of the clothes' patterns and jacquard prints — Mantù delivered a collection that was light in mood and heavy on tailoring. The brand's men's wear heritage was evident in a number of shirting and shirt-inspired options, with origami folds and innovative cuts. One chic striped shirtdress featured a dramatic tail and a wrap-waist tie, while a short-sleeved shirt with floral embroidery was cut so it was tailored slim in the front and boxy in the back. Tailored jackets were clean and sharp, with a standout pullover version as a modern alternative to a classic blazer.
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Opened 8 years ago
Closed 7 years ago
#2180 closed defect (fixed)
http: cookie bugs
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- if a cookies string is set, but no domain matches, lavf sends "Cookie: (null)". This is because it passes NULL to snprintf() somewhere.
- ffmpeg erreneously includes the port number as part of the domain name for cookies, if the port number is included in the URL. For example, I was testing with the URL "http://localhost:10000/", and cookies for "localhost" were ignored. Using "localhost:10000" as domain name in the cookies string works, but I believe the port number should not be part of the domain name. At least wget disagrees.
Change History (8)
comment:1 Changed 8 years ago by cehoyos
Please provide a failing command line including complete, uncut console output.
comment:2 Changed 8 years ago by gjdfgh
But I'm not using ffmpeg by command line.
comment:3 Changed 8 years ago by cehoyos
Then please explain how the problem can be reproduced and why it is not reproducible with ffmpeg (the application).
comment:4 Changed 8 years ago by gjdfgh
$ ffmpeg -cookies "NAME=VALUE; path=/; domain=localhost; secure " -i http://localhost:10000/test.mkv ffmpeg version N-49529-gb45a3e1 Copyright (c) 2000-2013 the FFmpeg developers built on Feb 2 2013 13:06:37 with gcc 4.7 (Debian 4.7.2-5) configuration: --prefix=/tmp/fftemp libavutil 52. 17.100 / 52. 17.100 libavcodec 54. 91.100 / 54. 91.100 libavformat 54. 61.104 / 54. 61.104 libavdevice 54. 3.103 / 54. 3.103 libavfilter 3. 35.100 / 3. 35.100 libswscale 2. 2.100 / 2. 2.100 libswresample 0. 17.102 / 0. 17.102
Receiving side:
$ nc -l -p 10000 GET /test.mkv HTTP/1.1 User-Agent: Lavf54.61.104 Accept: */* Range: bytes=0- Connection: close Host: localhost:10000 Cookie: (null)
"(null)" is obviously not a valid cookie value. This demonstrates the two issues I pointed out.
Also, I've noticed an unrelated cookie issue: with some sites, ffmpeg seems to accumulate "bad cookies". You can try with mpv and vimeo links. On every seek (http reconnect), ffmpeg prints an additional warning reading "[http @ 0x8a43da0]Invalid cookie found, no value, path or domain specified" (e.g. the 10th seek will print 10 such messages). However, I'm far too lazy to analyze this.
comment:5 Changed 7 years ago by cehoyos
- Keywords http cookie added
Is this still reproducible with current FFmpeg git head?
comment:6 Changed 7 years ago by gjdfgh
I still get "Cookie: (null)" with a0e9dfb5ae5ed45090065612744e4bec10f033bf.
comment:7 Changed 7 years ago by michael
How can this issue be reproduced ?
(its not likely this can/will be fixed if it cannot be reproduced)
comment:8 Changed 7 years ago by cehoyos
- Resolution set to fixed
- Status changed from new to closed
Fixed by you in 76c8fbc5


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One new study published in Nature Medicine has found a potential new predictor of dementia in the cerebrospinal fluid, indicating that the blood-brain barrier has been compromised. The blood-brain barrier separates circulating blood from the brain and allows passage of some gases, molecules and water. It also controls the movement of cells and molecules surrounding neurons.
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The study, led by Dr. Berislav V. Zlokovic at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, evaluated two biomarkers in the breakdown of the blood-brain barrier. Involving more than 160 people, some participants exhibited signs of cognitive decline and others did not. Researchers measured the levels of a soluble form of a protein found in capillaries called platelet-derived growth factor receptor beta (PDGFRβ) in the cerebrospinal fluid. This is a soluble form of a protein that is present in cerebrospinal fluid and an indicator that the blood-brain barrier has been compromised.
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I'm trying to print PDF file using extjs and any help will be appreciated. My idea was to pass pdf file from server as stream as adviced on http://xmlgraphics.apache.org/fop/0.95/servlets.html#minimal-servlet. But problem that firtly I submit form data via ajax, save them to DB, create PDF using FOP and .... want to pass resulted PDF back to client. My last idea is to save PDF to temp file on server, return success:'true' to extjs and then retrieve temp file again using iframe for printing :) Are there any more correct solutions? or may be someone has ready working code for that stuff?
Well, finally I came to the next solution: firstly we use AJAX request to save form details, and generate PDF on server side.
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I have done the second approach successfully, but in a .NET environment. The principles should be the same.
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Speckle is an open source design/AEC data exchange platform currently integrated with Grasshopper and Rhino. It helps designers share geometry and information easily and in real time among their team, and keep full ownership of their data. You can test out the plugins straight away!
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They Too Are Quakers: A survery of 199 Nontheist Friends
Winter 2002/03 No 11 – 01/01/2003
Document Code: WJ11
Description: Following Peggy Heeks issue last summer, 'British Quakers and the Bible Today' (Issue No. 10), we continue with fresh research of contemporary Quaker attitudes. Along with Peggy, David Rush was an Eva Koch Fellow here in 2001. His work on nontheism among Friends covers both Britain and the United States. It is an important piece of fresh research on a growing phenomenon in the liberal branch of Quakerism over the past several years. As with Peggy's excellent work, the opportunity to hear Quaker voices speaking their experiences and convictions adds an important qualitative dimension to the quantitative sifting David has done from his survey. So, generous quotation, along with a number of helpful graphs, give us a helpful portrait. Certainly, this essay adds to the path-breaking research of Ben Pink Dandelion (cited by Rush) and hopefully will lead on to future work. I happily commend it to readers — nontheist and theist.
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This course is under review for 2021. Course registration will open to accepted students once courses are confirmed.
"Our economy is the result of millions of decisions we all make every day about producing, earning, saving, investing, and spending."
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Students should think of this three-week core course as An Intelligent Citizen's Guide to Macroeconomics that provides them with a better understanding of many important public policy issues, plus insight into some of today's heated debates. Macroeconomics focuses on concepts that often times show up in the daily news inflation, unemployment, economic growth, recessions, exchange rates, interest rates, budget deficits, and trade deficits. The goal of this course is to acquaint students with these concepts and with how the economy, with all of its moving parts, works as a whole. Students will analyze real-world situations in the context of macroeconomics. Some of the questions we will address are: What are the sources of long-term economic growth? Why are some countries much richer than others? How are inflation and unemployment affected by policy actions of the Federal Reserve Board? What are the consequences of government budget deficits? Students who take this course will be well prepared to study macroeconomics at the undergraduate level and be in a great position to take the Advanced Placement (AP) examination in macroeconomics.
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Quilts are such awesome eye candy. These are some recent Pinterest finds that made me smile, all from quilters I recently discovered. I love that I can discover new bloggers via Pinterest, and even find projects that are new to me, but were originally posted a year or more ago.
Click on the link to visit the blogs noted. Good stuff!
While They Snooze - great scrappy quilt with tutorial
Lorajean's Magazine - lovely pennant quilt with a recipe.
Spool block by VeryKerryBerry
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Who Nose? California Chrome's Nasal GearJune 20th, 2014 by Jason Hartman | Comments Off on Who Nose? California Chrome's Nasal Gear
We don't know about you guys, but Jason Hartman's team has been eagerly watching California Chrome attempt to take the Triple Crown. The horse is fun to watch, and we've been doing just that from our various locations around the country. But we've noticed some flair on Chrome's nose that has us wondering—what's that all about?
James Chiapetta and Edward Blach are the veterinarians responsible for the equine nasal strip, an invention they came up with the help horses breathe and reduce the risk of pulmonary bleeding. California Chrome has worn the strip the last six times he's won, including the first legs of the Triple Crown (the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes).
But the strips haven't always been allowed. New York banned them for fear that they had the capability to enhance performance. The New York Racing Association lifted by ban before Belmont Stakes. The vets responsible for the nasal strip are pleased that the ban has been lifted—they maintain that their concern is only for the health of the horse. They're happy to see that the industry is paying attention to the product and making an effort to understand the science behind it.
It's been a long process—the pair met 30 years ago and became friends over a shared love of horses. They both ended up pursuing their passion by becoming equine veterinarians. They discussed the possibility of a nasal strip about 15 years into their friendship, wondering why no such thing existed.
In their practices, both men had treadmills and observed horses running up close. Their perspective on their health and respiratory systems changed when they noticed that tissue around the nasal area gets sucked in and narrows the nasal passage. This obviously makes it more difficult for horses to breath, as they only breathe through their noses while running.
When less air is taken in, more pressure is put on the lungs. This results in a greater likelihood of pulmonary bleeding. Why not fix this problem with a simple strip? In 1997, the pair began to do just that, making a prototype and getting a licensing deal.
You may have seen the strips in the 1999 Breeder's Cup races and then again the next year in the Olympics. Still, people questioned the effectiveness. Eventually, Chiapetta and Blach moved to a different company where they focused more on manufacturing and marketing.
Marketing appeared to be key—getting people to believe that the strips were to be used to improve health and not to make a horse run faster. Since, they've acquired patents and are the only such business to make the nasal strips. They sell for $10.50 per strip and have been seen in the Olympics, the Kentucky Derby, and the Preakness Stakes.
Though they won't say how much, the two acknowledge that they're making a profit.
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When you live in the greatest country on earth, there are times you'll get to see or do something so awesome that proclaiming your feelings of pride with a spirited " 'MURICA!" is pretty much mandatory. If you're a true patriot, check out these seven mind-blowing 'Murican things guaranteed to get your red, white and blue blood pumping! Be sure to read to the end, because we saved the best for last.
Here's a recipe for freedom straight from the kitchen of competitive shooter Dustin Ellerman. For this recipe you'll need one piece of uncooked bacon, an M16 (or other rifle of your choice), and about 90 rounds.
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McDonald's recently made its breakfast menu available all day, which means you can order yourself a McEverything whenever the mood strikes. Just make sure you've got the $141.33 to cover the sandwich and a large Diet Coke to wash it down. "MMM...MMM…MMMURICA!"
What would you do if you stumbled upon a Bald Eagle that had mistakenly made its way into a fur trap? This was the very predicament Michael and Neil Fletcher recently faced while out grouse hunting. The profoundly patriotic brothers passed the test with flying red, white and blue colors by taking this epic selfie.
Bald eagle we set free from a trap. Quick selfie before it flew away
Posted by Michael Fletcher on Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Bald eagle we set free from a trap. Quick selfie before it flew away
If they didn't shout " 'MURICA!" when they let the eagle go, chances are they yelled "FREE BIRD!" And we all know that's pretty much the same thing.
What do Abraham Lincoln, General George Patton, Neil Armstrong, Evel Knievel and Kid Rock all have in common? They're all badass Americans who don't take no for an answer, that's what. While doing a burnout during Kid Rock's "American Badass" will not elevate you to their level, it's guaranteed to make your heart swell with 'Murican pride. So stop what you're doing, crank this video to 11 and give it all you've got.
Want the real thing? Then don't miss seeing Kid Rock's performance during the Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling™ at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip®.
If a biker shouts " 'MURICA!" into the Grand Canyon and no one's around to hear it, does he make a sound? How about off the Santa Monica Pier? Into the mouth of the Blue Whale of Catoosa? There's only one way to find out, and that's to hop on an American v-twin and travel down this great nation's Mother Road–Route 66.
This 2,451-mile patch of patriotic pavement will take you past so many beautiful and iconic locales of the American West that you may spontaneously begin belting the refrain of Lee Greenwood's "God Bless the USA." We suggest getting your kicks on EagleRider's Route 66 Tour. Any rider on America's Main Street can also use the Rider Friendly Establishment Map to find great places to stop!
When it comes to throwing America a birthday party, the motto at Mount Rushmore is "Go Big or Go Home!" The 30-minute star-spangled spectacle is so magnificent, it's allegedly moved Lady Liberty herself to tears. Grab a tissue before starting the video below because we fast-forwarded to the grand finale.
If Mount Rushmore is on your bucket list, there's never been a better time to visit. The destination celebrates its monumental 75th anniversary in 2016. If Mount Rushmore's NOT on your bucket list…well, you might need to reassess your life goals.
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Miranda's performance will serve as the grand finale to an entire day of events honoring America's military veterans and showcasing those who have made great personal sacrifices in the line of duty to protect our freedom and country.
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Saturday, January 5, 2019
The Winter Farmers' Market
Category: Culinary arts, Free event, Kids & family and Science & nature
January 5 & 19, February 2 & 16, March 2, 16, & 30, and April 13 (every other Saturday)
Hours: 10 am – 2 pm
The Winter Farmers' Market, held in the Historic 4th and Gill neighborhood, will host farm & food vendors selling pasture-raised meats, eggs, winter produce, honey, baked goods, artisan foods, and more. Outside, food trucks will be serving up lunch from locally-sourced ingredients.
We'll offer a Power of Produce (PoP) Club Children's Activity at every winter market!
At Central United Methodist Church, 201 E Third Ave, Knoxville
Oak Ridge Playhouse: Casting Call for To Kill A Mockingbird
Category: Auditions, Free event, Literature & readings and Theatre
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD - MainStage Play
1:00 PM Children
2:00 PM Adults (some children may be asked to stay)
6:00 PM Children
7:00 PM Adults (some children may be asked to stay)
PRODUCTION RUN: February 15 - 24
REHEARSALS BEGIN: January 16
A faithful adaptation of Harper Lee's story about a young girl whose father, a respected attorney, chooses to defend a black man accused of a vicious crime against a white woman in the Depression-era south. When friends and neighbors in her small Alabama town turn against her father, she is forced to face the eye-opening reality of racism. As tensions come to a boil, she ultimately learns "that the one thing that doesn't abide by majority rule is a person's conscience." http://www.orplayhouse.com/auditions
Oak Ridge Playhouse, 227 Broadway, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Information and tickets: 865-482-9999, www.orplayhouse.com
Knoxville Civic Auditorium: Symphony for Our World
Category: Film, Music and Science & nature
Experience the wonder first-hand at the Civic Coliseum on January 5th, 2019 at 8:00PM.
Tony- and Grammy-award winner Daveed Diggs will narrate, as a contributing artist, the upcoming National Geographic: Symphony for Our World, which begins touring in April 2018. The actor, rapper and producer, known for his award-winning work in the musical Hamilton, is bringing a modern take on the classics to the symphony scene with this new show.
The original symphony and theme were created by Emmy- and BAFTA-nominated Bleeding Fingers Music featuring composers Austin Fray and Andrew Christie with contributions from multi-platinum selling rockers X Ambassadors. Along with Diggs, JooWan Kim of Ensemble Mik Nawooj has joined the project, composing the music for the show's narrations and overture.
This inspiring 90-minute live orchestral performance will be presented in concert venues around the world, with groundbreaking imagery and storytelling from 130 years of beloved National Geographic history matched in perfect synchronization with a live orchestra and choir.
The tour's first performance is in conjunction with the television broadcast premiere of 'Symphony for Our World', an hour-long special which airs commercial-free on the same day on Nat Geo WILD. The 'Symphony for Our World' television event will premiere globally in 140 countries.
Driven by a five-part composition, Symphony for Our World pairs artistry with science as it brings viewers from the depths of the sea, up to coastlines, over mountains and soaring into the sky. Each environment will be accompanied by a different orchestral movement, resulting in a powerful musical tribute to the beauty and wonders of our wild world.
Experience the wonder first-hand at the Civic Coliseum on January 5th, 2019 at 8:00PM.
Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum, 500 Howard Baker Jr Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37915. Information: www.knoxvillecoliseum.com
Metropolitan Opera Middle/East Tennessee District Auditions
Category: Auditions, Free event and Music
People today are familiar with the popular TV shows The Voice and American Idol, where talented singers compete in front of judges and a live audience in hopes of capturing the prize of stardom. A similar competition has been taking place in the opera world since 1954. The Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions take place each year in 42 Districts and 12 Regions throughout the US and Canada and are considered the most prestigious competition for singers seeking to launch an operatic career.
On Saturday, January 5, 2019 the Knoxville Opera Guild, in partnership with the Nashville Opera Guild, will host the Middle/East Tennessee District Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions, and you are invited to hear some of the best young operatic voices hoping to advance to the finals on the stage of The Met. Please check back to this page for details about venue and times after November 1, 2018. There is no cost for admission.
The Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions were designed to discover promising young opera singers and assist in the development of their careers. It is a competition in which approximately 1,800 singers compete first in district, region and then semi-final rounds as they are gradually eliminated to six finalists, each claiming $15,000 in prize money and a chance to capture the attention of the opera world. Past National Council winners include many of the world's greatest opera singers, such as Kathleen Battle, Jessye Norman, Teresa Stratas, Shirley Verrett, and Frederica von Stade, as well as some of opera's best-known contemporary stars. Current Met singers who were winners in the National Council Auditions include sopranos Renée Fleming, Angela Meade, Susanna Phillips, and Patricia Racette; mezzo-sopranos Stephanie Blythe, Susan Graham, and Dolora Zajick; and baritones Thomas Hampson, and Eric Owens. On average, nearly one hundred National Council Audition alumni sing in Met performances every opera season. Knoxville has seen its share of winners; Cheryl Studer in 1978, Delores Ziegler in 1979 and Roy Smith in 1990 took to the stage of the Metropolitan Opera and walked away with the coveted prize.
The Metropolitan National Council Auditions require five operatic arias in two or more languages of varying styles that best represent the singer's current stage of vocal development. In addition to selecting the district finalists, the judges meet individually with each singer after the audition coaching them on language, style, and musicianship essential for future successful operatic auditions. Singers auditioning in Knoxville will be coming from near and far. "We have applicants from Berlin, Indiana, Georgia and New York," said Phyllis Driver, district co-director. The winners of Knoxville's auditions will compete in the Southeast Regional Finals.
Knoxville Opera: 865-524-0795, www.knoxvilleopera.com
Bijou Theatre: Latrice Royale with Knoxville Gay Men's Chorus
RuPaul's Drag Race break-out star LATRICE ROYALE will return with an encore of her acclaimed one woman show HERE'S TO LIFE at The Laurie Beechman Theater. In this celebratory journey of song and story-telling, Latrice shares tales of growing up gay in Compton, the events leading up to her "unfortunate incarceration," and her infectious, ever-positive perspective that got her through it all.
LATRICE ROYALE: HERE'S TO LIFE stars Latrice Royale with Christopher Hamblin on the piano. Costumes are by Eddie Couture.
Born Timothy Wilcots in Compton, California, LATRICE ROYALE is Large and in Charge, Chunky Yet Funky, Bold and Beautiful! After 20 years in the business of Female Impersonation, primarily in South Florida, Latrice's unique talent came to the attention of the world on Season Four of RuPaul's Drag Race in 2012. The sharing of her background in prison, difficult upbringing, and her "Get up, look sickening, and make them eat it" attitude won her the title of Miss Congeniality on that season as well as the hearts of fans all over the world. That same year she was invited back to participate as a contestant in RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars and as a Professor in RuPaul's Drag U. Since that time, she has made appearances all over the world, including a special television appearance with Jennifer Hudson on CBS's Fashion Rocks and the inauguration of the new MAC store in Sao Paolo, Brazil with the legendary Preta Gil. Her story is further explored in the documentary Gays in Prison by director Christopher Hines, which just aired on LOGO TV.
Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information/tickets: 865-522-0832, www.knoxbijou.com, www.ticketmaster.com
UT Downtown Gallery: Violins of Hope
Category: Exhibitions & visual art, Fine Crafts, Free event and History & heritage
For a First Friday Reception, Friday, January 4th, 5-9pm at the UT Downtown Gallery
The Violins of Hope are a collection of restored violins that were played by Jewish musicians during The Holocaust. These instruments have survived concentration camps, pogroms and many long journeys to tell remarkable stories of injustice, suffering, resilience, and survival. The collection was assembled and restored by Israeli master violin maker and restorer, Amnon Weinstein.
In some cases, the ability to play the violin spared Jewish musicians from more grueling labors or even death. Nearly 50 years ago, Amnon heard such a story from a customer who brought in an instrument for restoration. The customer survived the Holocaust because his job was to play the violin while Nazi soldiers marched others to their deaths. When Amnon opened the violin's case, he saw ashes. He thought of his own relatives who had perished and was overwhelmed. He could not bring himself to begin the project.
By 1996, Amnon was ready. He put out a call for violins from the Holocaust that he would restore in hopes that the instruments would sound again.
Amnon started locating violins that were played by Jews in the camps and ghettos, painstakingly piecing them back together so they could be brought to life again on the concert stage. Although most of the musicians who originally played the instruments were silenced by the Holocaust, their voices and spirits live on through the violins that Amnon has lovingly restored. He calls these 50 instruments the Violins of Hope.
There will be extended hours for this special exhibition. The UT Downtown Gallery will be open M-F from 11am – 6pm, Saturdays from 10am – 3pm, and Sundays from 1-4pm.
UT Downtown Gallery, 106 S. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-673-0802, http://web.utk.edu/~downtown
Terri Swaggerty: Artscapes and Organics
Category: Exhibitions & visual art and Free event
On display throughout January at Post Modern Spirits, 205 W. Jackson Ave, downtown Knoxville. https://postmodernspirits.com/
Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm
Saturday 12pm-11pm
Sunday 12pm-7pm
Info: 865-382-5708
Art Market Gallery: Works by Julia Malia and Linn Stilwell
Category: Exhibitions & visual art, Fine Crafts and Free event
Recent works by Julia A. Malia and Linn Stilwell will be featured throughout January at the Art Market Gallery. An opening reception for the artists, including complimentary refreshments and live music performed by "Pistol Creek Catch of the Day". will begin at 5:30 p.m. on January 4th, during Downtown Knoxville's monthly First Friday Art Walk.
The show will highlight wearable art, rich in texture and color by Julia Malia, as well as a series of paintings by Linn Stillwell which focus on nature's colors, rhythms, and playfulness of light in her creatures of feathers.
Julia A. Malia, Fiber Artist
I am a fiber, jewelry, and stained glass craftswoman as well as a watercolorist and musician. As a fiber artist specializing in wearable art, I use a variety of fibers and techniques. The styles of my original designs are usually either classical or folk-style in nature, drawing inspiration from historic or ancient themes. For instance, I often base garment designs on our family's Irish and Scottish roots, and I also favor Japanese kimono garment shapes. Rich textures and colors are central to my life and my work, and I utilize techniques that combine and enhance color variegations.
I am a juried member of the Foothills Craft Guild as both a fiber artist (specializing in knitting and crocheting) and a jewelry maker. I also am a member of the Tennessee Valley Handspinners Guild, the Precious Metal Clay Guild of East Tennessee, and the Fountain City Art Center. I am drawn to fabrics and, as a child, used to play at sewing garments and piecing quilt squares for my grandmother, eventually learning standard clothing construction techniques as a teen. My mother taught me how to knit when I was a young child, and I learned to crochet from a friend when I was in my early 20s. In 1977, I won second place in the state of Iowa for my original design and creation of a hand-hooked rug entitled "Sarah's Fantasy Rug." In 2013, I had two of my original fiber designs selected for runway appearances at the Dogwood Arts Festival Diva Luncheon Fashion Show in Knoxville. In 2014, I was the invited featured artist for the month of July in a one-woman fiber art exhibit at the Charles City Art Center in Charles City, Iowa. My exhibit, entitled "Wearable Art: Themes and Variations," was a retrospective of my craftwork in fibers and jewelry over the decades.
Linn Stilwell
Born in 1948, Linn spent her early years in the rolling hills of New Jersey and the bayous of Louisiana. College years were spent in Oklahoma and California. After their son was born in Oklahoma her family moved to California, but they ultimately chose to settle into an 1830's farm in New Hampshire and became involved in 4-H, FFA and the New England Lamb Promotion Council. She pursued a career with Converse/Nike in footwear global supply chain planning while raising sheep, chickens and herbs at the farm with her husband and son. Linn is a clinical aromatherapy and herbal medicine practitioner, teaching for over 17 years at Misty Meadows Herbal Center.
Nature is where Linn feels most engaged, ready to capture beautiful light filtering through the trees, slanting over water and illuminating landscapes and animals. She brings these beautiful scenes to life in watercolor paintings. Inspired to follow the naturalist's path of artistic expression she brings behaviors and environments to bear on paintings of creatures of feathers and fur.
Linn enjoys traveling and taking photographs that inform and influence her paintings. You will often find her behind the camera with the tripod set up in a swamp at a wildlife refuge or national park. She takes advantage of art workshops in Tennessee, North Carolina, Alabama, Maine and Vermont and has been fortunate to study with Mike Bailey, Lee Edge, Robert O'Brien, Soon Y Warren, Alan Shuptrine, Kim Eng Yeo and Kate McCullough. Serving as the 2017-18 President of Knoxville Watercolor Society, she's also a member of Tennessee Watercolor Society and the Southern Watercolor Society. Her work was juried into the 2018 Tennessee Watercolor Society show at the Customs House Museum in Clarksburg and the Art Market Gallery in Knoxville. Linn can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com or call her at 603-531-2454. She resides in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Art Market Gallery, 422 S. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Tu-Sa 11-6, Su 1-5. Information: 865-525-5265, www.artmarketgallery.net
Broadway Studios and Gallery: "Reflections on Nature" by Tina Brunetti
Category: Exhibitions & visual art and Free event
The opening reception is First Friday 1/4 from 5-9pm
Tina Brunetti's intense love of animals and nature literally shines through her work! Tina works on upcycled pieces of aluminum, steel, and copper, adding texture to the sheets with grinding tools, using a torch on the copper to produce vibrantly intricate colors, or chemically treating it to create an "aged" blue-green patina. Her processes create stunning patterns that vividly refract light through the alcohol inks on the surface of the work. Tina also works in acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
Broadway Studios and Gallery, 1127 Broadway St, Knoxville, TN 37917. Hours: Fri-Sat, 10-6, by appointment, or when the "open" sign is illuminated. Information: 865-556-8676, www.BroadwayStudiosAndGallery.com
Theatre Knoxville Downtown: On Golden Pond
Category: Theatre
By Ernest Thompson
An elderly couple enjoy their latest summer in a cottage on a Maine lake, as they come to terms with the husband's advancing age and his ongoing estrangement from his newly engaged daughter.
"On Golden Pond is a work of rare simplicity and beauty, and in Thompson our theatre has found a fresh new voice."
— NY Daily News
"…a rare and memorable theatrical experience…"
— Variety
"What courage it must have taken for Mr. Thompson in the 1970s to write a play with so much affection in it!"
— The New Yorker
Theatre Knoxville Downtown, 319 North Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information & tickets: 865-544-1999, www.theatreknoxville.com
Tennessee Theatre: Les Miserables
Category: Dance, Music and Theatre
Part of the 11th Anniversary Season of Broadway at the Tennessee Theatre
Cameron Mackintosh presents the new production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schnberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misrables, direct from an acclaimed two-and-a-half-year return to Broadway. With its glorious new staging and dazzlingly reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo, this breathtaking new production has left both audiences and critics awestruck, cheering "Les Miz is born again!" (NY1). Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misrables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption –a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. Featuring the thrilling score and beloved songs "I Dreamed A Dream,""On My Own,""Stars," "Bring Him Home,""One Day More," and many more, this epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history. Seen by more than 70 million people in 44 countries and in 22 languages around the globe, Les Misrables is still the world's most popular musical, breaking box office records everywhere in its 32nd year.
Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information/tickets: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com, www.ticketmaster.com
Women's Basketball Hall of Fame: Penny4Arts Admission
Category: History & heritage and Kids & family
The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame will offer up to four free admissions per paying adult from January 2, 2019 through January 5, 2019. Come witness history and have some fun in our ball court area. This offer is good during operations hours of Wednesday-Friday, 11 AM – 5 PM and Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM. All attendees must be chaperoned by a paying adult over the age of 18. See www.penny4arts.com for more details.
Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, 700 Hall of Fame Dr, Knoxville, TN 37915. Information: 865-633-9000, www.wbhof.com


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Despite recent snow and rain so heavy that parts of Los Angeles and San Diego were flooded, California water regulators voted to extend drought emergency conservation measures through the spring.
Why is the state still in a drought emergency even though parts of it saw heavy rain in January? One reason is that Governor Jerry Brown set a goal for the state to use 25 percent less water than in past years, but it hasn't met that goal, ABC News reports. In fact, it missed that target for the third straight month.
But really, it's also all about the snowpacks.
On April 1, the Sierra Nevada snowpack, which provides a third of California's water supply, is usually at its deepest. It then melts to feed rivers, streams and reservoirs. The depth of the snowpack at that time will determine if water supply conditions are improving after nearly four years of drought, and whether California's drought emergency can be lifted.
On the plus side, this week the water content of the snowpack measured 130 percent of its historical average for this time of year. "It's certainly a very encouraging start to the winter," Frank Gehrke, chief of the California Cooperative Snow Surveys Program for the Department of Water Resources, told ABC News.
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With the drought emergency extended, California residents are being asked to continue their efforts to reduce water use by 20 percent. But this is a good reminder for all of us about the importance of conserving water. Here are nine tips on how to do it from the office of California Congresswoman Anna G. Eshoo.
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Girls cross country: Eagles complete regular season at 14-1
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The Trumbull High girls cross country team went 2-1 in its final FCIAC quad meet of the regular season, defeating Fairfield Ludlowe (19-36) and New Canaan (20-25) on Tuesday.
The Eagles, ranked sixth in the latest state rankings, experienced their first loss of the fall, losing to Ridgefield, 26-29, on the Tigers' home course.
As a result, Trumbull finished the regular season with an impressive 14-1 record, sharing FCIAC West first place honors with both Ridgefield and Danbury.
Due to the three-way tie, the FCIAC West champion will be determined based on the results at the FCIAC championship meet.
In the 2.4-mile race, Trumbull placed three runners among the top seven finishers. Junior Alessandra Zaffina led the way with third-place finish (15:25), finishing behind two Ridgefield runners. Eagle freshman Kali Holden finished fifth in the race (15:39), while sophomore Calyn Carbone was seventh (15:44).
Junior Emily Alexandru placed 11th (16:00), while senior captain Maggie LoSchiavo finished 13th (16:04) to round out Trumbull's scoring.
"There is no sugar coating it, we came up a little short today," Trumbull head coach Jim McCaffrey said. "I am still very proud of these girls. What an amazing regular season it has been."
The FCIAC championship meet is set for Wednesday, Oct. 17, at New Canaan's Waveny Park. The Eagles finished third at the FCIAC's last year.


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