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Nearly all ingredients in cosmetic products are regulated as industrial chemicals under the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989 (Cth) (the IC(NA) Act).
The manner in which industrial chemicals are to be regulated in Australia is set to change, following the Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee's (the Committee) recommendation to pass six Bills that were introduced earlier this year (1 June 2017), namely the:
- Industrial Chemicals Bill 2017;
- Industrial Chemicals (Consequential Amendment and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2017;1
- Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Amendment Bill 2017;2
- Industrial Chemicals Charges (General) Bill 2017;
- Industrial Chemicals Charges (Customs) Bill 2017;
- Industrial Chemicals Charges (Excise) Bill 2017,3
(together the six Bills).
On 8 August 2017 the Committee's report (the Report) was released and tabled in parliament. The Report presents the Committee's conclusion on submissions made by various groups and stakeholders following the introduction of the six Bills. A list of submissions to the inquiry and a list of witnesses who gave evidence to the Committee can be found here and here.
Together the six Bills are intended to reform Australia's system of industrial chemicals regulation and establish a new scheme, the Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS). The AICIS is intended to replace and simplify the existing National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme (NICNAS), reducing the regulatory burden on introducers.
According to the NICNAS Consultation Papers, there will be a 70% reduction in the number of new industrial chemicals that are subject to pre-market assessment, and approximately 99% of new industrial chemicals will no longer be subject to assessment by NICNAS. This marks a significant reduction in regulatory oversight for industrial chemicals in Australia.
Stakeholders had opportunities to review the six Bills during four rounds of public consultation, which included the release of five public consultation papers and eight public workshops. The Department of Health (DoH) conducted public consultation on the fifth paper relating to the delegated legislation while the six Bills were being considered by the Committee.
The Industrial Chemicals Bill 2017 (the Main Bill)
The Main Bill proposes a number of changes including the establishment of the AICIS (to replace the NICNAS). Importantly, the Main Bill is intended to encourage self-regulation for chemicals that are considered 'low risk'.
The Main Bill has ten parts4 and establishes six different categories in which chemicals may be introduced (either imported or manufactured in Australia). The six categories will align with risk, based on objective criteria. The six categories are: Listed introductions, Exempted introductions, Reported introductions, Assessed introductions, Commercial evaluation introductions, and Exceptional circumstances introductions.
Exempted introductions
The Explanatory Memorandum explains that 'exempted introductions' will be for 'very low risk introductions, based on hazard and exposure', such as polymers of low concern and chemicals where the introducer has the relevant toxicological testing to demonstrate that the chemical is not hazardous.
Only record keeping and an annual statement of compliance will be required. The DoH explained that the reason for adopting this approach was "...to introduce a category that would encourage industry to move to cleaner, greener chemistry...".
Concerns raised about the proposed exempted introductions category included that the category permits chemicals to be introduced without notifying the regulator; and the Main Bill does not require the regulator to track low risk chemicals. That is, a large number (or a large volume) of chemicals could be introduced without the regulator or the public knowing about them (however, the DoH clarified that, under the existing regime, 97% of chemicals are already being introduced under an exempted category where the introducer determines that there is 'no unreasonable risk').
Submitters raised concerns that a low risk chemical may, with additional exposure, be considered hazardous and the regulator will not know how much of that chemical has been introduced or where it has been introduced. The National Toxics Network said in its submission "When it comes to the management of industrial chemicals, history has repeatedly shown us that chemicals we were told are 'low risk' today, often turn out to be tomorrow's toxic chemical disasters, with the community, environment and economy bearing the costs". The Greens expressed the view that leaving the public with no public record of what they are exposed to could lead to 'serious issues'.
As the Public Health Association of Australia explained: "...the proposed regulation for the new expanded category of exempted chemicals would enable the introducer to self-assess the chemical for its risk to human health and the environment against our guidelines and to introduce the chemical with no notification to the regulator. There would be no record with the government or for the public of the chemicals introduced into Australia under the exempted category".
In response, the DoH explained that it considers that the system of evaluations in the Main Bill is more flexible than the existing regime and would allow it to respond more effectively. Additionally, the Main Bill requires introducers to keep records for five years and failure to provide the Executive Director with the necessary information may result in penalties; and that requirements and penalties will both be strengthened by the Main Bill.
Industry representatives observed chemical regulation was only one part of the broader scheme that protects workers and the public; and that consumer law and occupational health and safety laws would still need to be complied with, thereby providing appropriate safe-guards to the public.
Details contained in the rules
The Main Bill provides that certain details about the operation of the scheme will be set out in rules made by the Minister. Some submitters had concerns that it was unclear what the rules might contain. In response, the DoH described the fifth consultation paper as a plain English version of the rules and noted that additional consultation would be conducted once the draft rules had been formulated; and that significant parts of the scheme would be provided for in rules to ensure that they could be flexibly updated to reflect evolving science.
Animal Testing
The animal test data ban implements a government election commitment to ban animal testing for new chemical ingredients from 1 July 2018 and encourages the use of alternative test methods (bringing Australia into closer alignment with the European Union).
The proposed test data ban provides that if an application is made to introduce an industrial chemical that will solely be used in cosmetics, the application cannot include animal test data obtained from tests conducted on or after 1 July 2018 in circumstances prescribed by the rules.
Concerns were raised by a number of animal welfare organisations, such as the RSPCA, that the ban on the use of animal test data for cosmetics has been drafted to be very narrow and that it contains a loophole which would allow animal test data to be used in industrial chemicals introduced for multi end use.The DoH rejected any suggestion of a loophole.
Concluding comments
It will be interesting to see whether the six Bills, and in particular the Main Bill, are able to rebalance Australia's industrial chemicals regulation to provide a more flexible approach and reduce the regulatory burden on Australian businesses, while still maintaining public health and safety. As highlighted by stakeholders, there is a risk with industry alone self-assessing that they are 'very low-risk'.
Additionally, we await the finalisation of the 'rules' in the lead up to the commencement of Bill on 1 July 2018.
1.The Industrial Chemicals (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2017 provides for consequential amendments and implements transitional arrangements from IC(NA) Act to the new Industrial Chemicals Bill 2017.
2.The Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Amendment Bill 2017 amends the IC(NA) Act to enable the early introduction of some aspects of the industrial chemicals reforms.
3. The Industrial Chemicals Charges (General) Bill 2017, the Industrial Chemicals Charges (Customs) Bill 2017, and the Industrial Chemicals Charges (Excise) Bill 2017 (together the Charges Bills) impose a registration charge on the introducer of a chemical to the extent that the registration charge is customs duty, excise duty or neither a customs nor excise duty respectively. The amount of the charge is to be prescribed by regulations
4. Part 1 provides for preliminary machinery
provisions and definitions, including the definition of an
industrial chemical for the purposes of the legislation.
Part 2 requires introducers of industrial chemicals to be registered, a Register to be kept and requires chemical introducers to pay a registration charge.
Part 3 establishes a new system of risk-based categorisation of industrial chemical introductions.
Part 4 provides a framework for the Executive Director to initiate evaluations of industrial chemicals or matters relating to industrial chemicals.
Part 5 establishes the Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals and provides for the inclusion, variation or removal of an industrial chemical from the Inventory.
Part 6 describes the information and reporting obligations of persons under the scheme and enables people to apply for confidential business information protection.
Part 7 provides for monitoring, inspection and enforcement powers under the Regulatory Powers (Standard Provisions) Act 2014.
Part 8 establishes the AICIS, the role and functions of the Executive Director and renames the Industrial Chemicals Special Account.
Part 9 implements Australia's obligations under certain international agreements, such as the Rotterdam Convention, and enables bans or restrictions on industrial chemicals subject to certain international agreements.
Part 10 contains miscellaneous provisions including a power to enable the Minister to make rules which will contain the operational detail of the scheme, and makes provision for applications and review rights. Part 10 also provides that animal test data should not be included with an application for a chemical to be used in a cosmetic product in some circumstances.
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Since things have become relatively stable around here, we've decided to update the house blog once a month instead of once a week. We've had lots of exciting activities and really great folks in the house this past month. Wally is still going on strong. We had a nice Sunday at Las Palmas again this month and hitchhiked back to town in a pick up truck. Petra, a former guest, helped to start turning our growing collection of large plastic water bottles into a trash can. She also spearheaded our first Scavenger Hunt/Language Exchange — a new twist on the old language exchange — which pairs foreigners and locals and has them race to visit interesting places around town. The last stop is Condor Trekkers, where Randall (the owner) provided everyone lemonade and presented the winners with a bottle of Bolivian wine. Thanks to all the stalls, shops, and so on that participated in that exciting day!
We also began offering Sunday dinners! So far, we've had Vietnamese sandwiches, pastel de quinoa, veggie lasagna, and pasta with sun-dried tomatoes and cream sauce for our main plates. Amanda's friends, Dave and Janette, have also come returned to Sucre and will be offering kickboxing and meditation classes beginning next week! Janette is currently working on building a fire pit for the back yard to use on cold winter nights — perfect for making s'mores! Dave has started in the garden, sifting compost, digging out rocks, laying the beds, and so on. Soon, we'll have lots of veggies planted so we can pick food straight from the garden for house dinners and breakfast!
With so many wine bottles in the house, we need more hands to help us cut and sand them down to turn into drinking glasses. It's a perfect opportunity for a workshop in which folks can come learn how to recycle bottles that would otherwise end up in a landfill! At the end, each participant will take home their very own drinking glasses! A French guest recently proposed a workshop on French language and culture and will be offering a tongue-in-cheek crash course on French greetings and expressions, etc. It will include French food and end with a French film, which we will project on the wall in the workshop room this coming Friday!
Hayley and Agustina have been wonderful volunteers, working an extra load since Julia left to the countryside to plant her crops for the year. We expected Julia to return after about three weeks, but it's been more than a month now. Without electricity and a means of reaching her, we've simply had to wait to discuss scheduling for the rest of the year. Unfortunately, due to the responsibilities of her household and the need to take care of her kids and husband, she will be leaving us or at least cutting her hours in order to ensure that her kids stay in school, etc. We might be bringing in Raymunda for more days or hiring Julia's cousin who lives closer to town to replace or complement Julia.
We recently said goodbye to Hayley, who hopes to return as a guest in the near future! Agustina will remain with us until the December holidays, after which she will return to Argentina to spend time with her family and then move back to Bolivia in order to begin her trail period with us to potentially become a permanent member of the Beehive family! Hopefully, she will be able to replace Amanda as the resident foreigner in the house. We're also beginning a trial period with Sonia, a Bolivian tour agent who often comes to the house recruiting folks for tours to the countryside around Sucre. They're both extremely hard workers and have an eye for details, so we really hope that things work out so with all of us working together. More partners in this project means that we also have more ability to develop more programs and work on improving and expanding things as the new year begins!
This past month has also been a busy one with lots of folks coming in and out. A former long-term guest of ours suggested The Beehive for tour groups from her native country, Belgium. We had our first trail group of 12 adults over one weekend. Everything went relatively smoothly despite Julia's absence, as many guests stepped up to assist with breakfast during those very busy days. We will have to see if continuing to host them makes sense for us as well as them. We may not be best equipped to manage groups at this time due to shortage of staff, and being a small house, large groups are able to change the atmosphere entirely. So, we'll be looking at this on a case-by-case basis at this point.
We've recently returned back to #2 on Tripadvisor due to some disgruntled former guests (who destroyed our property and plumbing, among other things) who have written at least five separate negative reviews of their stay here since leaving two months ago. Although the majority have been pulled down due to inaccurate and outrageous content, the pair continue their attempts to mislead future guests, while also obsessively stalking our staff members online. While at #1, however, we began receiving guests that have created lots of problems for us and our other guests and have made our work much more difficult and unpleasant than it needs to be. We generally find that most of our guests are thoughtful and caring. Those who stay a while tend to feel sad to leave. This is not the case when the house is filled with people who are hoping for a party hostel with no rules, unfortunately. Hopefully, flying under the radar again will mean that those who really appreciate what we have to offer will still be able to find us, while discouraging the entrance of folks who are just looking for a nice place to party and crash.
In other sad news, the past month has also brought us our first petty theft. Colluding with local police, thieves from the local jail are released to the streets to look for money before they return to the jail and split their earnings with jail keepers and so on. One of these thieves came to the house well-dressed and looking like a travel agent of some kind. He casually stole a guest's purse and then slipped out the front door. Luckily, the guest had travel insurance and everyone else's valuables were locked up at the time. We maintain an open door policy in order to encourage our neighbors to be curious about our project and attend our workshops, etc. We do not wish for people to feel criminalized for their curiosity.
Lastly, since so many people come to us looking for a place to stay long-term while they study Spanish, we also started selling Spanish language materials (workbooks and cheat sheets) of all kinds. Affordable and very portable, these materials are a great addition to classwork or individual study!

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text: How do we explain U.S. foreign policy? What types of forces contribute to the contribute to the decisions we observe? This course (3.0 credits) introduces a levels-of-analysis framework that can be used to explain foreign policy. While this framework may have implications for normative questions (i.e., "What should the president do in situation X?"), our focus will be on explaining/understanding as a precursor to prescribing. In other words, if we look at something like U.S. policy toward Iran, we could spend a bunch of time arguing about what policy should be. Instead, we're going to take policy as we find it and attempt to explain/understand why it is the way that it is. Throughout the term, we will illustrate concepts and theories and put our analytical tools to the test using current events, case studies, and a multiple-week simulation.


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Explore this post to know the things never to say at work. You will agree with me that it's easy to get frustrated and become negative verbally at work. That's when one of these 8 things never to say at work as discussed below tend to become part of your conversation.
Getting irritated and being unhappy at work could be put down to various reasons such as the state of things generally, having to deal with a bad or an incompetent manager, managing a big workload or having to deal with colleagues who are unfriendly. With any of these and other challenges come harsh words to reveal our state of mind. However, it is important to watch how we communicate our frustration by not saying these things:
Things Never to Say at Work
1. I hate this job!
This is the first of the 8 things never to say at work on our list. Don't forget that countless number of people are currently looking for work due to recession, offshoring and reduction in headcount. If you feel the need to blurt these words out at work in front of your manager and colleagues, then be prepared to face the consequence when the next lot of employee reduction programme surfaces.
2. I don't care if we meet the deadline for the project or not
These words show your nonchalant attitude towards your work or project. You are indirectly telling your manager that you don't care about the goal and objectives of the whole team and that of the organization. This does not make you a great staff or team player. If you are glad to take the pay, then, be glad to do the work meet any set deadlines or explain why you cannot meet the set deadline.
3. Go to someone else, it's a waste of my precious time!
There are good and bad ways of saying things. You can get your message across nicely and then suggest where the task fits best.
4. Change is not for me
At work and in life, changes are never far away from us, whether it's relocating to another area of work, having a dear colleague move away, the loss of a loved one etc. Change isn't easy for anyone but then, it often provides an opportunity to grow in life and to test your courage. The recession and the reduction in headcount that came with it, has put workers in a tough spot when it comes to change. Outsourcing, off-shoring and everything else at work generates change. Uttering these words might be seen as you lacking flexibility.
5. This job is a pain!
Again, if your day to day job feels like pain, it may be time to speak directly to your manager regarding why your job feels like pain. Perhaps it's time for you to look for another job. However, never say these words as others may be listening. Instead, express the situations that you find challenging.
6. That's not my job
You are in a tough spot if few of your colleagues have been made redundant to save overhead costs. The truth of the matter is that staff counts everywhere are dwindling. So the remaining staff are increasingly asked to do things that were not part of their original job description. All businesses are "doing more with less!" Get with the programme.
You are not doing yourself any favour by saying a task that's been allocated to you is not your task. Learn to explain better. You can say, "Well, I'd like to get this job done for you but I have other countless work with looming deadlines. Which one would you prefer that I do first? "
See 10 Practical Ways to Handle Stress
7. We always do it this way
For many companies, continuous improvement is the order of the day. So, you must always seek better ways of doing things. There is no more business as usual and you need to begin re-thinking the way you've always done things. To compete in a world of faster and agile solutions it means there will be lots of changes to processes, tasks, tools and systems to facilitate growth. You will be left behind if you stick with the way it's always done.
You can ask in a positive manner, "This new way sounds great, but how is this going to help us improve on the other tested and proven approach that we already utilised?"
8. Why was she promoted? I understand the role more than her. That's not fair!
If you feel you're being taken advantage of, then don't moan loudly and openly. Instead, go to your manager and speak up about it. However, you have to be realistic about your competencies and skills. Be in a better position to do something about the situation. Know why you have been bypassed for promotion and create a plan to help you deal with any situation that can stop you from been promoted in future.
See How to Hold a Difficult Conversation
Remember, organisations and life in general aren't fair, and things go to those who ask for them and who are brave enough to take action.
Chances are, your organisation may be big or small, good or bad, regardless, there are things that you are bound to love or loathe about it. Whatever you do, try and not say any of these 8 things never to say at work.
See 13 Things You Should Never Say at Work
Now that you have gone through the list of 8 things never to say at work, what else can you add to the list? Let's hear from you. Add your comment below.
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Friday, December 18, 2015
Live stream with Sam and Cait today!
Today, December 18, is the last day of filming on the OUTLANDER TV series before the holidays. I'm glad that Sam, Caitriona, and the rest of the cast and crew are getting a well-deserved break! They'll return in a few weeks -- I don't know the exact date -- to finish the last two episodes of Season 2.
STARZ has announced that Sam and Cait will be doing a live stream today, as part of the #OutlanderOfferings. They didn't give an exact time (apparently it will depend on when they get a break in their shooting schedule today), but it will be sometime in the morning, US time.
UPDATE 12/18/2015 6:33 pm: Here's a link to the live stream video. It's about 13 minutes long, and I thought it was a lot of fun.
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Hi Karen , I just saw this and it was so cool , and a great Christmas gift for us fans , Just wanted to wish you a Marry Christmas & Happy Holidays and am looking forward to another great year of Outlander in 2016. Sincerely Yours Mary Tormey.
- December 18, 2015 at 12:12 PM
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Thank you for all the information you post for us. I always feel up to date once I read your webpage. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Keep up the good work and thanks for all you do.
Susan Fabiano
- December 18, 2015 at 5:31 PM
I loved the interview with Sam as Jamie (in his kilt) and Cait in her modern clothes. They seem like people who would be pleasant to spend some time with. I had a giggle over the Christmas balls.
Karen, I appreciate the time and effort you devote to keeping us informed about what is happening in the world of Outlander.
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Lori & Raul's wedding day was a particularly special occasion for a few reasons. Family and friends gathered from locations literally across the world (a recurring theme throughout the day, as in both Lori & Raul's globetrotting lives!) to celebrate the couple as they start their life together, and what a lovely celebration it was... Lots of laughter, joy, and a true sense of community was present in each moment that passed. The venue - Round Peak Vineyards - is tucked away in the North Carolina foothills, and provided a stunning backdrop & atmosphere.
While it's always an incredible privilege to be invited to photograph a couple's wedding day, I'm especially touched to have been present in capturing Lori & Raul's story that perfect summer day. Hearing of the unexpected loss of Lori's father shortly after the wedding brought a heaviness to my heart, having lost my own father less than a year ago. It also served as a palpable reminder of why I chose this profession, and the importance of capturing memories and telling stories through images. My sincerest condolences are extended to Lori, Raul, and their family as they navigate the emotions of this difficult, bittersweet time. I am so grateful that you all were able to enjoy this momentous day together, and I hope that each time you look at the photos from this day, they bring a smile to your faces and a warmth to your hearts.
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Sep 8, 2015 7:51:32 PM
Sharon - These are beautiful Alex! Thank you so much for doing such a great job, thanks also for the sweet words.
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Kim - What wonderful pictures! Love all the laughter that was captured! Truly pictures for the entire family to cherish!
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Crash Through are an indie rock band from Sydney, Australia that have been creating their own unique mix of bluesy, folky and psychedelic music since 2008. They like things that don't sound obvious, and prefer exploration over a sensible adherence to genre.
As a point of sonic reference, they listen to a lot of Hendrix, The Drones, John Coltrane, You Am I and a lot of a similar ilk, though they definitely follow their own path. There's no grand plan for world domination, just a desire to create records that sound like music they want to listen to but can't find amongst more conventional bands. They've played everywhere from The Metro to the Coogee Bay to The Annandale to Goulburn Workers Club, have two CD's out on iTunes & Spotify, and would love to fill your ears with sound. They can't see why they shouldn't have a 3 minute pop song yelled, followed by an improvised ten minute guitar instrumental. In their world, this is the most popular form of music.
Their second album, "The Lure Of Incandescence" is out now.
Crash Through are:
Phil Morgan - Vocals and Guitar
Rich Schweizer - Bass
Tim McAlpin - Drums
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Each year I ask my son the age old question, "What are you going to be for Halloween?? This year he didn't have anything in mind (much to my surprise) so I took him shopping to find the perfect costume at Value Village. Why? Well for a few reasons:
- The stores offer the largest selection of both new and gently-used costumes, accessories and home décor, which means there's a costume to match every budget for the whole family.
- Every store has thousands of brand-new, ready-made looks that can easily be paired with pre-loved clothing and accessories that fill the aisles at Value Village for a fraction of their original price.
- The possibilities are endless at Value Village and shoppers never know what they might find.
We shopped til he dropped.
Searched high and low for just the right thing.
Checked out costumes and accessories.
And finally decided to be no other than Jack Sparrow!
I am excited to be participating in a thrift or treat giveaway in cooperation with a group of lovely bloggers and Value Village. By using the Rafflecopter form below, you can enter to WIN a $100 voucher to spend on any items of your choice at Value Village.


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It affects 30-40% of all people in Ireland, 50% of those over the age of 45, around 4 out of every 5 men and 2 out of every 3 women.
Although high blood pressure affects so many of us, most of us probably even don't realise we have it. Unless you suffer from problems with your kidneys, adrenal gland or thyroid or unless it runs in your family, there's rarely a single cause of high blood pressure and it's mostly symptomless.
For the majority of people, the only way to know if you suffer from high blood pressure is to get it measured by your doctor. It's recommended that you get your blood pressure taken at least every five years or more frequently if you're overweight, a smoker or drink alcohol regularly.
What is high blood pressure?
All of us have blood pressure – it's the work your heart has to do to pump blood around the body. If you have high blood pressure (also known as hypertension), this means your heart has to work harder.
Generally, a blood pressure reading of 120/80 is normal and a reading of 140/90 is considered high.
Dangers of high blood pressure
High blood pressure is one of the main risk factors of heart disease and stroke – two of the primary causes of death in Ireland.
How to treat high blood pressure
If you have high blood pressure, your doctor will give you the best advice on how to manage it and will tell you if you require medication to control it.
To aid things further, there are certain measures you can take with your diet to ensure you're not consuming anything that may heighten things.
Generally the advice is to minimise your salt intake, as sodium works on your kidneys and makes your body hold on to more water. This excess of water raises your blood pressure and puts extra strain on your kidneys, arteries and your heart.
But binning your salt shaker won't solve the problem – you also need to consider the foods in your diet and ingredients in your cupboard that contain too much sodium.
When it comes to high blood pressure, you'll often hear the term 'DASH diet'. This stands for dietary approaches to stop hypertension and consists of foods that are low in sodium but high in powerful minerals like potassium, magnesium and calcium which can counter the impact of salt in the body.
If you're new to the 'DASH diet' or aren't sure which foods will affect your blood pressure, here are the best and worst foods for hypertension
Best Foods For Your Blood Pressure
Bananas are one of the most potassium-rich foods you can eat, with up to 12% of your recommended daily intake. Potassium is great for those with high blood pressure as it counterbalances the effects of salt on blood pressure. Bananas also contain good levels of calcium and magnesium.
Sweet potatoes
Often cited as a 'superfood' sweet potatoes are rich in potassium and magnesium and are high in fibre. You can use them to make a great alternative to chips.
Avocados are another great potassium rich food. Studies have also revealed its abilities to reduce cholesterol and fat in the body and control inflammatory stress.
Some research has shown dark chocolate's ability to reduce high blood pressure, as it has relatively high levels of magnesium. Magnesium is thought to help blood pressure by enabling the body to regulate blood flow. Research by the University of Hertfordshire in early 2017 revealed that in many cases people with higher than average blood pressure often have a magnesium deficiency.
When we think of heart health in general, we don't tend to think of eggs as they're commonly associated with high cholesterol. However, it is thought that for most people, the cholesterol consumed in eggs, does not affect the body's own cholesterol levels. In fact, they're believed to be good for your heart and your blood pressure – specifically egg whites. Although more research is still to be done, initial studies on rats found that when they were fed a protein found in egg whites, they experienced a significant drop in blood pressure.
Worst foods for your blood pressure
Canned soup
When it comes to high blood pressure, it's advised to avoid canned or pre-packaged foods as they will often contain higher levels of salt to preserve the ingredients. Although canned soup can seem like a good cost effective meal, they are often very high in sodium.
Pickles are another high sodium food. Anything that is preserved usually contains a high level of salt as salt prevents decay and keeps the food edible for longer. The longer a food is in a jar or can of preserving liquid, the more salt it will absorb.
Tomato sauces
Whether it's canned tomatoes, tomato pasta sauces or tomato juice – many pre-made tomato based products will be high in salt. As tomato products form the heart of many of our favourite dishes, you can cut the sodium by making your own sauces with fresh tomatoes, olive oil and herbs.
Although many of us feel we need coffee to just function and get through the day, your daily cup (or cups) could be detrimental to your blood pressure as it causes a temporary spike. This is true of all caffeinated products including energy drinks and even tea.
Drinking alcohol in moderation (one drink per day or less) is not thought to increase your blood pressure, but overindulging and consuming large amounts can be dangerous and lead to long-term blood pressure increases. Heavy drinkers who want to lower their blood pressure are advised to cut their drinking back gradually as going cold turkey can lead to severe blood pressure increases for a few days.
Although the foods on this list are generally considered to impact blood pressure (either improving or negatively impacting it), a good diet needs to work in combination with regular exercise and a generally healthy lifestyle to improve your blood pressure.
Before making any changes to your diet, you should always seek professional, medical advice and, if you're unsure of your blood pressure, there's no better time to make that appointment and get it checked.
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OpenOffice NetBeans Integration
The intention of the StarOffice/OpenOffice.org NetBeans Integration is to simplify the development of office extensions. StarOffice/OpenOffice.org offers an API to program with or for the office and allows to automate tasks even remote or in process and allows to extend the office with completely new functionality. The NetBeans integration should simplify the access and usage of the API in new projects and should simplify the task of creating complete office extension packages (comparable to NetBeans plugin modules).
Planned Features
The focus is on creating new wizards for various tasks plus common basic functionality. We focus primary on Java but the support of C++ is also planned and depends on the C++ support in NetBeans which is planned at least for NetBeans 6.0. The planned feature list is not final and probably more specalized wizards for other service provider interfaces (SPI) are comming in the future.
New Project Types
- OpenOffice Simple UNO Client Application Project Type
This project type will create an adapted J2SE client application project with additonal support of the simple UNO bootrap feature. Means an adapted manifest file to support the bootrap feature and bundling of some precompiled bootstrap glue code with the client application jar.
- OpenOffice Calc Add-In Project Type
This new project type will create an adapted J2SE class libary project with special support for an UNO component library and an office extension package. The wizard will collect necessary information for new Calc built-in functions and abstracts from the underlying UNO technology.
- General UNO Component Project Type
This new project type will create an adapted J2SE class libary project with special support for an UNO component library and an office extension package. The wizard will collect information about services and additional optional interfaces which should be implemented and will generate a complete code skeleton with already implemented component helper functions and default implemented interface methods.
- OpenOffice Add-On Project Type
This new project type will create an adapted J2SE class libary project with special support for an UNO component library and an office extension package. The wizard will collect necessary information for an office Add-On component and will generate a AddOn specific code skeleton.
- OpenOffice Scripting Project Type
This new project type will create an adapted J2SE class libary project with special support for office scripting. It should provide the possibility to import scripts from the office and open documents, edit, change and build these scripts, debug them and export them back (currently the support is planned for Java scripts only).
- OpenOffice API Library API Wrapper Project Type
This new project type should create a Libary Wrapper Module to support simply usage of the office API in own projects. It bundles the neceesary API jar files from the office in the library and in client applications. This of course is necessary to make use of the office API in clients running on machines where no office is installed and where the commincation with the office is made over a remote socket connection.
Common Features
- UNOIDL Support
Means support of a new file type for UNOIDL files, including compiling, UNOIDL editor with syntax highlighting. A wizard for defining new UNOIDL types should be supported as well.
- Debug Support
Means debug support directly from NetBeans for new built and deployed extensions in in the office process as well as the debugging of scripts in the office.
- Support of office extension package
This have to be defined in detail but it should at least support the browsing of a .oxt file in the NetBeans file system similar to jar|zip files.
- File type for xcu files
This have to be defined in detail but we can think of a special editor for office configuration files.
The current preview supports two new project types, one client application wizard and one Calc Add-In wizard. The latter one allows the definition of new Calc build-in functions for the spreadsheet application which can be directly used from the build-in functions wizard. The user don't need any knowledge of the underlying UNO technology and can define new functions on a higher level.
Once you have installed the plugin manually you will be able to easy update to future releases by using the integrated Update Center in NetBeans. The plguin comes with it's own OpenOffice.org Preview Updated Center where we will provide future previews.
The plugin org-openoffice-extensions.nbm works only in combination with an installed StarOffice/OpenOffice.org installation and an appropriate StarOffice/OpenOffice.org Software Development Kit (SDK).
- org-openoffice-extensions.nbm - the preview plugin module.
- OpenOffice.org 2.0.3 or StarOffice 8 Product Update 3 office installation
- a special OpenOffice Software Development Kit (SDK) developer build, which is not yet available :-( (... building, stay tuned)
The current version of the NetBeas plugin is a first preview and have to be installed manually as a normal NetBeans plugin over the "Update Center" in NetBeans. The manual installation is only necessary the first time adn then you can use the intergted OpenOffice.org Preview Update Center. Simply choose
- NetBeans -> Tools -> Update Center -> Install Manually Downloaded Modules (.nbm Files)
select the downloaded module and follow the wizard to install it.
Before you can use the new project types you have to configure the plugin because it needs an installed office and SDK installation. Please choose
- Tools -> Options -> Miscellaneous -> StarOffice/OpenOffice.org Extensions
and select a valid office and SDK installation.
The configuration step installs automatically a new office libary which can be used in other projects diectly to support the office API. Including this library in own projects enables conetext senistive help and code completion automatically.
Working with new Project Types
The plugin integrates two new project types under the category StarOffice/OpenOffice.org:
- StarOffice/OpenOffice.org Calc Add-Ins
- StarOffice/OpenOffice.org Client Application
The wizards will collect the necessary information to create the new projects and should follow the NetBeans philosophy. You can simply choose
- File -> New Porject -> StarOffice/OpenOffice.org -> <project_type>
For more details about the proejct types please take a look to OpenOffice Simple UNO Client Application Project Type or OpenOffice Calc Add-In Project Type
Known Problems and Missing Features
- context sensitve help doesn't work on Linux (Solaris not yet tested), even the javadoc generated Java UNO runtime reference documentation doesn't work on Linux. Under Windows both work as expected.
- the integrated update center module doesn't work on Linux (known bug in NetBeans which is fixed at least in NetBeasn 6.0). Workaround is to install NetBeans locally where you have write access.
- it is not yet possbile to insert a description or display names for new Add-In functions or parameters (next version, we are working on the UI)
- syntax highlighting of UNOIDL files does work proper and needs to be improved
This is a preview only and the whole stuff is under development and needs to be improved. Feedback is welcome and highly appreciated and we would like to invite you to discuss it on email@example.com (Note: you have to be subscribed on the mailingt list).


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Senegal – Good news, for a change
Senegal has seen its share of political ups and down. Yet, under founding father Léopold Sédar Senghor and his successor Abdou Diouf, the country moved forward and it was spared major social upheaval, unlike some of its bordering nations. The soft conflict in the southern region of Casamance has been the real sore spot of Senegal. Muslim make up most of the population, Christians are only 6%, but very influential. The very first president was a practicing Catholic. Much of this was to change during Diouf's successor, Abdoulaye Wade. Wade has been in politics for ages, and he founded an opposition party after asking for advice to Senghor, back in 1974. He run for president several times, but was elected only in 2000.
During his tenure, Wade has come under criticism because of allegations of corruption, nepotism and constraints on freedom of the press and other civil liberties. In a nation tolerant of personal belief, Wade often made remarks against Christians and openly sought the support of marabous. The latest of his gaffes was comparing a statue to African Renaissance he had built near Dakar to Jesus' images in churches; a remark that attracted the condemnation of both Muslim and Catholic clergy. He later apologized.
Earlier this year, Wade won a court case that allowed him to vie for the seat of president for a third time. He argued that the constitutional provision limiting the terms in office to two did not apply to him, since it was approved after his first election. People opposed his vision, and Wade escalated the confrontation with the opposition by blocking some opposition members from running for president and deploying the police to stop public outcry, six demonstrators died.
In February's Presidential first round, Wade fell short of a majority gathering only 34.8%. Main opposition leader Macky Sall came second with 26.6%. This prompted most of the other 12 candidates to back Sall in the runoff. Senegalese and international observers alike feared that Wade would try everything to stay in power. Notwithstanding his 85 years of age, he still a commanding figure and is known for not backing down easily. The second round of vote took place on Sunday March 25. By evening, polling station after polling station was reporting a clear majority for Sall. With an unexpected move, Wade called Sall and conceded he lost.
Surprising as it was, the move allowed people to descend in the streets of Dakar to celebrate, and international leaders to praise Senegal for a peaceful and successful exercise in democracy. AU Commission chairman Jean Ping said the peaceful conduct of the presidential elections "proved that Africa, despite its challenges, continues to register significant progress towards democracy and transparent elections".
Senegal's new President is a 50-year-old geologist who served as President Abdoulaye Wade's prime minister between 2004 and 2007 and before that held the interior and mines portfolios. He also oversaw the successful re-election of Mr Wade five years ago, heading his electoral campaign – and went on to become president of the National Assembly. But the politician proved he was no ruling party lackey when he dared to call the son of the president before MPs over allegations of mismanagement. In the end, he resigned from his post in the National Assembly and from the ruling PDS party to set up his own movement, APR-Yakaar.
Since then, he has been on his campaign trail to say that country should come before party and ethnicity. Although he was born in Fatick, his parents are Fula people from the north of Senegal and he says growing up as an outsider has given him his vision. The symbol he chose for his new party is a horse, surrounded by stars – representing the 14 regions of the country and the Senegalese diaspora.
In the past weeks, to receive the support of the whole opposition, Sall promised that he will shorten the presidential term to five years from the current seven, and enforce the two-term limit. He also promised to bring in measures to reduce the price of basic foodstuffs. This is all very well, but not nearly enough. Sall will have to tackle the economic crisis and try to reduce unemployment, which now runs high, especially among the youth. For now he has the population firmly behind him; but this support could prove volatile. The second round of election was as much an approval of Sall as a vote of no confidence in Wade. Wade is now gone, it will be up to Sall to gain the trust of the people and strengthen thir democratic spirit.


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On Saturday, June 18th, my hubby is turning the big 30!
I am so excited for him to see what the coming decade brings for him. Eric's not only my husband, but my best friend & soul mate.
We've been together for almost 12 years now, and I couldn't imagine my life or Bella's without him!
He's a wonderful husband & Daddy who cares more for his family than for himself.
He is loyal, loving, caring, & overall the person whom God blessed me with.
Bella loves her Daddy more than anything and her face lights up every time he walks through the door.
I hope the next 30 years together will only get better as we walk through this life together!
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Feel Full, Faster. Satiety. It's about feeling full, and not overeating. The aroma of peppermint oil has the ability to make you feel full, faster… especially if you breathe it in. Also Grapefruit oil helps you to actually lose weight!
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- Decreasing fluid retention
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- Helping with weight loss
Grapefruit oil is naturally high in antioxidants and phytochemicals. These reduce oxidative stress and disease-causing inflammation. Many of grapefruit essential oil's benefits are due to one of its main constituents called limonene. This makes up about 88 percent to 95 percent of the oil. Known to be a tumor fighting, cancer preventative phytochemical, Limonene protects DNA and cells from damage. In addition to limonene, grapefruit essential oil contains other powerful antioxidants, including vitamin C, myrcene, terpinene, pinene and citronellol.
Most commonly, grapefruit oil is used to fight throat and respiratory infections, fatigue, muscle aches, as well as a natural remedy for arthritis. Also works consistently by those working to lose weight. Curbing sugar cravings, it also increases energy levels and metabolism.
As a natural detoxification agent, grapefruit oil can help the liver cleanse the body of toxins and waste. Plus it can activate your lymphatic system and control fluid retention.
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The only negative comment (so far) was that it didn't have recipes in it. From what I understand about essential oils the work most effectively as they are absorbed into the skin. They can also help used in a diffuser. Though I like to incorporate them into goats milk soap, I'm not convinced that they retain their medicinal properties that way.
That said the best way to use essential oils for maximum absorption is topically . Your skin, after all, is the largest organ in your body. I also understand rubbing essential oils onto your feet allows the oils medical properties to reach the area needing help.
This chart gives you an idea of where to place the oil in order to reach the desired area. Personally, I like to do this at night. Not sure why, but in my mind, because you are laying down, it might allow the essential oils to move more freely.
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Off the shoulder evening dresses usually are floor length dresses or dresses with small trains. Maybe you think the one shoulder style has too much sexy neckline. In this case, the long length will fix this and make the dress has a delicate look, fashionable but normal still. Most girls prefer one shoulder dresses nowadays and they are their first choices.


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What Travelers Need to Know About The Bahamas: 14 Islands Open for Business
You probably already know that Hurricane Dorian walloped The Abacos and Grand Bahama Island in The Bahamas, but did you know that there are also 14 other islands that are beautiful, palm-fringed and open for business. A trip to The Bahamas will never do as much good for the soul of a traveler and for the Bahamians waiting to welcome them as it will this fall. Here are a few things to know about traveling to The Bahamas right now.
If you have a trip to the country booked, keep it. If you are considering a trip to The Bahamas, book it. Now is perhaps the best time ever to visit The Bahamas.
Every trip, from a friends' getaway to a business conference, will help the country's effort in rebuilding the affected islands. Tourism accounts for more than half of the country's economy and a healthy tourism industry is essential to the people of The Bahamas.
"Travelers can do something for The Bahamas by doing nothing on one of our beaches. Plan a trip to Nassau, Paradise Island, and the Out Islands. Our beautiful island nation is ready to welcome you," said Hon. Dionisio D'Aguilar, Minister of Tourism.
Many of the more than 6 million people who visit The Bahamas each year spend their time on Nassau and Paradise Island, which were not impacted. If you want to kick back on the beach with an umbrella drink, you can feel good doing it. Many resorts and hotels, like Atlantis, Paradise Island and Baha Mar, have already supported relief efforts in major ways, and hoteliers will be offering incentives and voluntourism opportunities soon. Check out Bahamas.com for updates regularly.
Travelers looking for the laid-back experience of the Out Islands like Abaco still have many choices. Exuma may be famous for its swimming pigs, but it also has world-class boating and sailing, enough surrounding cays to island hop for a year and direct airline service from U.S. gateways. Harbour Island and Eleuthera, which can also be reached by daily air service, as well as a fast ferry from Nassau, have a coastal vibe that lures repeat visitors generation after generation. Further south in the country Mayaguana and Inagua offer a truly off-the-beaten-path option. Find the island that fits your island escape daydream with the Island Finder.
In short, The Bahamas is open. It is delivering the sandy break from everyday life that has made it a top vacation choice. The major Lynden Pindling International Airport in Nassau is operating as usual and airports across all unaffected islands are open too.
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Pakistan is accusing India of an offensive troop build up along their common border, increasing fears of war between the two rival nations.
A Pakistani government spokesman, Major General Rashid Qureshi, told reporters Friday that India's continuing military buildup shows New Delhi is seeking offensive capability on the border. "A certain momentum is established by the deployment of forces close to the border. It seems that Indian government is putting itself in corner, where I think it's going to be difficult for them now to back off," he said. "So therefore, each step that they take or they have been taking is an increasing threat to Pakistan."
General Qureshi said Pakistani troops are ready to retaliate if India attacks Pakistan. But he says his country is exercising maximum restraint and has deployed only defensive forces along the border. However, the spokesman says there has been no serious clashes between Pakistani and Indian forces at the border in more than a day.
Tensions have grown in the region, after India accused Pakistan of sponsoring a terror attack on its parliament in New Delhi early this month. The attack has prompted the biggest military build up in 15 years and an increasingly bitter war of words between India and Pakistan sparking fears of military conflict.
"We hope that better sense will prevail," said Aziz Ahmad Khan, a spokesman for the Pakistan Foreign Ministry, "and we will continue to strive for negotiated settlements of all outstanding issues of all problems between India and Pakistan. We would strive for peace but at the same time if measures are taken, we would be constrained to take reciprocal actions."
The international community led by the United States has stepped up diplomatic efforts to defuse the tension.
India says the attack on its parliament was carried out by Pakistan-based Muslim militants, fighting Indian rule in the disputed region of Kashmir.
Islamabad denies that it was involved in the attack and has promised to punish anyone responsible for the attack - but not without proof.
India and Pakistan both have imposed a range of political and economic sanctions on each other. They have barred each other's airliners from their airspace beginning next month, and have ordered half of each other's diplomatic staff to go home.
Pakistan's national air carrier, Pakistan International Airlines, says it will cancel 12 flights to India and re-route 13 others because they use Indian airspace. According to Pakistani officials, 111 Indian flights normally overfly Pakistan.


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CANNES — Shows such as "Downton Abbey," "Strictly Come Dancing" (known as "Dancing With the Stars" in the U.S.) and "Sherlock" are helping to drive a boom in U.K. TV exports.
There was a 13% rise in export revenues to more than £1.4 billion ($2.2 billion) in the last year, according to figures published by TV producers' lobby group Pact and the government trade body U.K. Trade and Investment.
Overseas production of U.K. formats increased from $57.3 million in 2009 to $126 million last year. Exports of completed shows were worth $1.02 billion.
The fastest growing market was Russia, where revenue climbed by 54% to $20.1 million in 2010.
North America represented 42% of total U.K. export revenues in 2010, with Europe contributing 31%, and the rest of the world 27%.
The U.S. remains the biggest buyer of U.K. TV, with sales worth $815 million in 2010, up 13%.
However, there was criticism that British shows, especially drama, under-performed globally because U.K. webs commission shorter runs than their U.S. counterparts.


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Philosopher Jack
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"No, you won't, Watty," said Ben, laying his hand on his friend's shoulder.
"Yes, Ben, I will," returned little Wilkins, with such an air of determination that every one except Ben laughed.
"Now, bailie," said the captain, rising, "I'm off. The truth is, I wouldn't have come if it had not been important to let you know at once to get your boy ready; but I had no one to send except Polly, and I wouldn't send her out at night by herself for all the wealth of Indy. Moreover, she wouldn't have let me out to-night for any consideration whatever. She's very strict with me, is my little keeper. I wouldn't for the world she should wake and find me gone. So, good-night all."
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This page will help signpost communities looking to take practical steps to reduce energy use in schools, village halls, churches or any other general purpose community building.
There is a considerable range of interventions available in all community buildings. These can be as simple as behaviour change advice, medium complexity insulation/renewable energy right up to a full energy efficiency retrofit.
Energy Saving Trust give details of an LED lighting field trial.
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- n. - The amount a salary is increased
- n. - An upward slope or grade (as in a road)
- n. - Increasing the size of a bet (as in poker)
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- v. - Raise from a lower to a higher position
- v. - Cause to be heard or known; express or utter
- v. - Collect funds for a specific purpose
- v. - Cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques
- v. - Bring up
- v. - Summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
- v. - Move upwards
- v. - Construct, build, or erect
- v. - Call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
- v. - Create a disturbance, especially by making a great noise
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- v. - Give a promotion to or assign to a higher position
- v. - Cause to puff up with a leaven
- v. - Bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level
- v. - Bet more than the previous player
- v. - Cause to assemble or enlist in the military
- v. - Put forward for consideration or discussion
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How Reading Lights Up Your Mind
If you're an avid reader, you've probably had a moment when your book felt more real than the world around you. Curled in a favorite spot, you may have felt almost as if you were in Narnia, had traveled through middle-earth with Frodo Baggins, or felt Holden Caufield's adolescent confusion and angst.
Michigan State University professor Natalie Phillips frequently had such experiences. She would become so lost in a book that the world around her would feel less real than the world created in the novel she read.
Curious as to how this distraction — or perhaps more accurately, absorption in a book — affected the brain, she decided to conduct a study.
Phillips teamed up with neuroscientists from Stanford University to determine if there were differences in brain activity between, casual, somewhat distracted skimming vs. captivated and engaged reading.
What did they find?
She and her collaborators hypothesized that the brain would show minor differences between the two types of reading, primarily in the area that is connected with attention. That is, they predicted that the area of the brain associated with attention would be more activated during engaged reading than during skimming.
What they found (and are still currently finding, as the study is not yet complete) was somewhat surprising. Brain activity during the skimming and distracted reading was as they anticipated, but brain activity during engaged reading was more global than expected.
When reading in a focused and engaged manner, a number of different brain regions are transformed, including those associated with touch and movement. Phillips suggests that it is as though readers are placing themselves within the story as they read it.
This study adds to a growing body of research on attention and the brain. In the new interdisciplinary field of literary neuroscience, researchers are studying the rhythm of poetry and how metaphor activates sensory regions of the brain.
Meditation has long been studied to better understand how sustaining attention and focus affects the brain. Studies on mindfulness meditation, for example, show that parts of the brain associated with positive mood are activated with the practice of focusing attention.
This new study, demonstrating the global impact of engaged reading on the brain, is another step toward understanding some of the mysteries of our minds. It seems books actually can take us to the far reaches of the world.
With advances in brain imaging technology, we are beginning to understand more and more about how everyday activities affect the brain, influence behavior and have an impact on our thoughts and emotions. Focused attention appears to bring a different quality to our experience.
Today we often find ourselves making quick decisions, responding to competing demands and splitting our attention between multiple activities. The more we understand about the brain, the more clear it becomes that multi-tasking and splitting attention has an impact on our minds that is very different than that of focused attention.
If you want to experience another world, skimming or reading while being constantly interrupted by outside stimuli simply won't have the same effect. You have to carve out a quiet space for prolonged reading and sustained attention.
Matta, C. (2018). How Reading Lights Up Your Mind. Psych Central. Retrieved on October 25, 2020, from https://psychcentral.com/blog/how-reading-lights-up-your-mind/
Last reviewed: By a member of our scientific advisory board on 8 Jul 2018
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If no one minds, this week I am going to dedicate my blog to just one subject.
It isn't fashion, cars, lifestyle or an event, but cats and dogs. I'm going to talk to you entirely about Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.
As some of you may know, a close friend sponsored a kennel for me at Battersea almost a year ago. I was so moved by their work that I wanted to help and make a bigger difference than simply the kennel sponsorship. So now, I am very proud to say that I am going to be the first ever ambassador for the world famous Battersea Dogs & Cats Home. (To be honest, I think the kind people there thought I may never leave unless they gave me a title!)
I literally cannot leave Battersea until I have said hello and made a fuss of every single dog there. I'm there for hours...and don't ever put me in with the puppies!
In 2010, Battersea celebrated its 150 year anniversary. Now, if your maths is as bad as mine, that means it opened in 1960 (see told you my maths was bad). I mean 1860 and in that time its aim has always been to never turn a dog or cat away. This means that they care for almost 10,000 animals a year at a daily running cost of about £36,000, all financed by voluntary donations and legacies.
As you can imagine there are many areas of the home that I could talkabout and raise awareness of. However, there is one particular campaign and issue that really broke my heart from my first few visits to Battersea, so for now, I thought I'd share that with you.
The dog pictured above is Cleo. She is one of three Staffordshire Bull Terriers who is facing their second Christmas at Battersea. They took in almost three thousand Staffies last year. I know what people think about Staffies - that they have a bad reputation - and believe me, I thought the same. However, from what I have seen on a first-hand basis and from what has been explained to me, that reputation is not reflective of the breed itself, but down to just a few individual cases (bit like us male models really hahaha!). Therefore, Battersea have launched a campaign called 'Staffies. They're softer than you think' helping us to see Staffies in their true light and to make us think again about the breed.
The Kennel Club describes them as reliable, highly intelligent and affectionate, especially with children - and on my visits to Battersea I can say I was truly astounded by them. They seemed to be the only breed there that come up with ingenious ways of getting closer to the visitors in their kennels and the affection they show is astounding. I guess me, and many others perceive them as rough and tough and vicious when, in fact, they are such softies that the breed doesn't do well in kennels because they miss human affection so much. Ironic, hey? Before their current reputation, they have even been referred to as the 'Nanny Dog' because of their affection and protection of children.
Take a look for yourself at this link to see Emma and Luke Griffith with Dolly the Staffie (pictured below).
It really makes one think about why they have developed such a negative perception and reputation, and sadly, this is widely due to some bad owners training them as fighting dogs or using them as a substitute for a gun or a knife. The reality is that these same people often throw them onto the streets for not being tough enough and some Staffies have even been sold on the likes of Gumtree for £1 or swapped for a Playstation.
Owning a dog is a serious responsibility and you don't need me to tell you how important it is to think carefully about the prospect of looking after an animal and the need to really consider if you are in a position to give it a loving home and the care it would need.
If you are thinking of owning a dog then I guess what I am trying to say is please make Battersea your first port of call (you may even find me there being a general pain to all the staff). But more than anything, please consider a Staffie! Or, if you know someone who is considering getting a dog then please spread the word about Staffies, send them the link to this blog or to the videos from the 'Softer than you think' page.
Cleo, and the many others at Battersea, can't explain for themselves how truly wonderful they all are so that's what Battersea are there for - and now me, too - in the hope that she and many other dogs will not have to live alone. I will keep you up to date on my work with Battersea and the exciting things I'm sure I will be taking part in with them.
I've talked a lot this week so won't be answering any questions, but will try to answer as many as I can directly in the comments page.
One more thing, I'll leave you with this final picture of Bradley, another Staffie from Battersea that needs a new home.


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Resident, Jim Myers has a passion for cars. His career has spanned over 50 years in the automobile business whereby he still remains active. Today, you will find Jim tinkering and detailing to make sure his car is still in tiptop shape. Jim is pictured here with his antique 1966 American Rambler which he calls his prized possession. Just because a resident moves to a personal care home, doesn't mean they have to give up their freedom to own and drive an automobile. Please contact Welsh Mountain Home at 717-355-9522 x102 and ask to speak to Melody Jacobs to arrange for a tour.
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This Theology program encourages students to develop a critical approach to the problems and challenges facing modern society. The Master of Theological Studies (MTS) is a two-year (60 cr.) second-entry program, (that is, it requires a BA or its equivalent for admission but no prior theological training). As such, it is a general degree in theological education whose purpose is to provide students a basic understanding of theological disciplines in view of further studies in theology, or for general educational purposes. It also prepares students to do upper-level graduate study in subsequent years. For example, those who graduate with an M.T.S. are eligible to apply to the M.A., in Theology.
The program provides a strong formation for students looking to develop a critical understanding of the heritage of the Christian tradition and its contributions to contemporary society and culture through dialogue and service. Students will gain a broad, general knowledge of the Catholic theological tradition and the plurality of its expression, with the possibility of attaining a focused knowledge in a specific discipline or interdisciplinary theme. They will learn to think theologically through the acquisition of knowledge from across various theological disciplines, perspectives and methods.
This degree is recognized by the Association of Theological Schools.
The diploma is conferred jointly by the senates of the University of Ottawa and Saint Paul University by virtue of the federation agreement between both institutions.
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Compulsory Courses (27 units)
THO2189 Can We Talk About God?
THO3160 Introduction to the Old Testament: Pentateuch and Historical Books
THO3161 Introduction to the New Testament: Synoptic Gospels
THO3162 Christian Faith: Encounter with a Self-Revealing God
THO3165 Community, Conflict, Salvation: Why the Church?
THO3166 The Good Life: Ethics and Christian Tradition
THO3167 Early Christianity: The First Five Centuries (0-600 CE)
THO3168 Ways of Christian Life and Prayer – Spiritual Life
THO3169 Liturgy and Experience
Optional Courses (15 units)
1. Three units from each category:
(a) Foundations for Dialogue with People of Other Faiths
MIS2108 Theory and Praxis of Interreligious Dialogue
THO2410 World Religions
THO4204 Christianity and Religious Pluralism
(b) Contextual Issues in Church and Theology
THO3172 Faith and Contemporary Culture
THO4124 Feminist Perspectives in Theology
THO4202 Global Christianity
THO4203 Christianity in a Secular Age
(c) Summative Exercise
THO4140 Theological Synthesis
THO4207 Major Research Paper
2. Six units from:
(a) Divine Self-Disclosure: The Foundation of Christian Hope
THO3163 The Christian God: Speaking of the Divine Mystery
THO3164 Who is Jesus Christ?
THO4125 Christologies, Past and Present
Elective Courses (18 units)
Students may choose elective courses from among those offered within the basic degree programs in theology. With the approval of the Faculty of Theology, they may also choose from among course offerings in Human Sciences (Philosophy, Conflict Studies, Social Communication, etc.) in order to pursue a theological theme from an interdisciplinary perspective. Those anticipating further theological studies in advanced degree programs are urged to consider the study of Latin, biblical Greek or biblical Hebrew in order to study texts in their original language.
Dialogue as co-constitution of humans thanks to religious faith. Prerequisites and challenges involved in interreligious dialogue: in-depth dimension of faith; necessity of self-criticism; hermeneutic of religious convictions. Orthodoxy and orthopraxis. Harmony, conflict and end of religions.
Introduction to the great faith traditions of the world understood from a Christian faith perspective; the influence of demographic and cultural shifts on religious identities and diversity; interactions with other faith communities.
Understanding Jesus of Nazareth, his message and works. Theological interpretations of his death, resurrection, exaltation, and the eschatological event of salvation. Jesus as Messiah and Saviour, son of Mary and Son of God.
The church as a sign of communion and salvation in service of the human community. Catholic ecclesial self-understanding, the unity of the Christian churches, structuring of ministries, the laity, and diversity of life within a world church. Contemporary crises in the church.
Exploring the nature of Christian spirituality, its definition, foundation, diverse expressions; major periods and movements of Christian spirituality; the importance of spirituality for theological reflection and personal integration.
Exploring the dimensions of human experience in terms of the common prayer of the Christian community through a consideration of sacred time, space, symbols, language and music; Jewish origins of Christian worship; the history of the Western liturgy. The structure and dynamics of the eucharistic liturgy, the liturgy of the hours, the liturgical year, and inculturation.
An introduction to feminist perspectives and methods of interpretation and their application to the study of the Christian tradition. The contributions of major feminist theologians; issues in contemporary debate.
Prerequisite: THO 3166.
The interrelationship and convergence of various divisions of theology. Critical considerations concerning theological method.
Prerequisite: 30 cr. theology.
An exploration of the emergence in the twentieth century of Christianity as a worldwide faith. The changing face of Christianity, with attention to the changing demographics diverse "families" of churches and the developments in differing geographic regions.
Christian faith in a world of religious pluralism; church and state; freedom of religion; differing approaches to the secularity and secularism. Dialogue between faith and science, faith and atheism.
Exploring theological approaches to the fact of religious pluralism. Historical perspectives on the question of salvation outside the church; Catholic teaching and commitment to dialogue with other faiths; exclusivist, inclusivist and pluralist approaches.
The research paper, approximately 40 pages in length, will be evaluated by both the supervisor, who must be from the student's research field, and another professor from the Faculty of Theology.
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While we're discussing cool older people, here's a photo of my grandmother. No, that's not her boyfriend in front - her boyfriend is a lot hotter, and is the one taking the photo.
The coolest person I know, and she's my grandmother
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By now you may know that last Thursday the House passed bill to repeal the Affordable Care Act aka "ObamaCare" much to the horror and collective held breath of many folks in the disability community who have "pre-existing conditions." Staggering list is jaw-dropping and pearl-clutching giving no peace of mind and little doubt where the puck is going and coverage is concerned.
Disability advocates weren't surprised but that didn't stop us from expressing outrage at one half of Congress hell bent on dismantling healthcare as we know it. There was little consolation in it being pointed out that vote still has to make it through the Senate which is also Republican-led. To add insult to injury was the celebratory vibe replete with high-fives all-around as if something significant was done to forward humanity.
Read: Hubris of the (faux) highbrow imbibing on impending doom of the masses of lower-class. Congress full of frat boys patting themselves on backs after chugging a keg and hugging, happy the exclusive party had their name on the invite.
As a person with a congenital, physical disability that has progressed with age and requires more reliance on mobility aids and respiratory care, I've always known life with a "pre-existing condition." In fact, it has informed many of my choices, helped shape my awareness and sharpened advocacy skills.
I'm also a Black woman with a disability and since disability comprises about 20 percent of the US population at nearly 57M and Black folks number at about 13 percent that intersection is the perfect recipe of folks negatively impacted by healthcare policy changes and high treatment disparities. The numbers don't translate into a win-win situation especially when we know that disability is a result and reaction stemming from poverty.
Existing in the periphery
Historically, many disabled women, especially disabled women of color exist in the continuum of needing care, care-giving, and being community-builders. Many of us putting our needs secondary to taking care of our children, elderly parents, and involved in mobilizing efforts to make a difference in our communities and not always by choice but out of necessity. We've existed in the periphery, moved to the margins with backs against walls and it's what's more than likely kept us vertical but that position is no place to remain indefinitely or seek residency.
The business of living with disabilities is both art and science and juggling act can be stressful to say the least. From sun up to sun down a succession of questions to meet daily requirements and attain customized care with dignity and respect to get all needs met prior to closing your eyes every night.
Disabilities are acquired through birth, accident, illness, or are age-related in essence disability is a part of life, happens in nature. Disabled folks exist in every facet of life and span the globe and have quality of life affected by but not limited to structural and systemic access. Access to housing, adequate healthcare, education, economic opportunities, social settings, etc are considerations that compound living with disabilities.
Media complicit in perpetuating negative stereotypes
On the rare occasion mainstream media covers disabled persons beyond binaries of pity and pedestal, it validates what I already know about many in our demographic; we are a resilient and adaptive bunch. Our duality of being, living, in a world not built from our blueprints but modified after the fact, if at all, means were aren't typically thought of in the same vain as our non-disabled counterparts. And yet somehow we've managed to survive, and have some quality of life, albeit routinely unevenly applied. Gains in one area seem to spotlight gaping holes in other areas. The work of disability rights/justice forebears is relentless.
When our *comprehensive* stories are not circulated, shared, amplified they don't get absorbed in the collective consciousness. Without absorption there's little to no recall and every rare expression becomes newsworthy and not "normalized" as an everyday fact. The danger in that is that such misconceptions of the disability community get harbored by larger society and persons who might run for office. This might then translate into harmful policy measures and our current dangerous dilemma where disabled persons sit positioned, yet gain, at the mercy of lawmakers instead of enjoying peace of mind.
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It's been almost four years since Amazon first introduced the Echo smart speaker and its virtual assistant Alexa. It's also been just over four years since the the company first released its Fire TV set-top video box. Now, the two products are converging in a way they haven't before, in the form of the Amazon Fire TV Cube.
As you might expect, it's a cube-shaped box you plug in to your TV; it runs the expected suite of apps like Netflix, Hulu, PlayStation Vue, HBO Go, Sling and Amazon's Prime Video service. And like the current Fire TV Stick and Fire TV box, you can talk to Alexa to search for movies and shows as well as access thousands of third-party "skills."
But the Fire TV Cube is essentially a full-featured Echo, as well. It's always listening for the Alexa wake word, and you can talk to it even when your TV is off. The new box has eight microphones built in, similar to existing Echo hardware, which means you can speak to Alexa whenever you want as well as navigate the Fire TV Cube's interface with your voice.


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I know that everyone around me is hating this weather but I am really inspired by days like today. Standing outside this afternoon, with the wind hitting my skin; each snowflake quickly making its impression before melting away, carved out a type of happiness I didn't know existed. Yes, it is cold but does anything else make you feel more alive? There are so many tantalizing components in winter; so many ways for our senses to be awakened. The sound of snow crunching beneath our feet, the glow of our skin as the cold creates a rosy exterior, the way it feels to step into a warm house–these are gifts given to make up for the harsh environment we often experience from November-February (and sometimes March). I also quite enjoy that on days like today, we are forced, no matter how much we kick and scream, to give up the hustle. Stay inside. Stay together. If you allow yourself to love it; today can become a coveted part of life.
Josh and I did have to venture into work for a little while today but everything felt so relaxed. Today's weather halts work in the construction industry so there is little for us to manage. It creates an air of anything goes and gives us a little time to play catch up. While the kids don't always enjoy a trip to the office, we love that working for ourselves means they can come along. Before we left, I made myself some homemade granola, something I have been craving for quite some time. The brands sold in the store have so much sugar that I really can't bear to purchase them. 1/4 cup can easily have up to 20g and at that point it's like, why bother trying to behave? You also have to watch for ingredients like brown rice syrup and other creepy ingredients that can side track healthy habits. This took 5 minutes to whip up and was delicious on my favorite Icelandic yogurt with a side of strawberries and lots of honey from the fall harvest.
Josh bought me a new camera for our anniversary and I've been tinkering with it all weekend. We were supposed to go away but an unexpected health issue caused us to cut the trip way early. None the less, it allowed for some extra time with the kids, yummy food, a calmer than usual anniversary and lovely snow days.
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cut almonds, chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
3 teaspoons cinnamon (this really comes down to taste)
3 teaspoons vanilla
1/2-3/4 cup raw honey
1/4 cup chia seeds
Optional ingredients: sunflower seeds, raisins, cranberries, flax seeds
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mix everything in a bowl until well coated. Place in a thin layer on a baking sheet. Cook until golden brown, checking often and stirring every 2-3 minutes. Allow to cool and enjoy.


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Our roads frequently leave much to be desired, because quality of a covering is not the ideal, and bad maintenance in winter (therefore ice and snow). Judging by an economy condition in Japan, the situation with roads not soon change to the best, therefore drivers should count only on themselves.
As is possible to increase passableness of the car and safety of driving, avoid car drifts on ice, to drive on snow-covered roads? In the decision of all these problems, motorists will be helped by tire chains, because for installation on wheels is not required special physical strength or special knowledge.
Antidrift chains are often applied to cars in the conditions of impassability, ice or in remote mountain areas where usual tyre covers are powerless.
Chains for wheels can be grouped in 4 basic directions:
1. Chains for cars.Chains are capable to transform any car into an off-road car. For your car any more there will be no insuperable barriers in the form of snow drifts, dim roads and ice-covered liftings. Anyhow snow chains decide the primary goal — to increase considerably coupling of wheels with a road surface.
2. Chains for lorries.
3. Chains for the winter technics.
4. Chains for agricultural machinery.
Depending on: a season, road conditions, marks of the car and your targets, differ kinds and practical application of snow chains.
For today, are issued:
* Rubber chains (plastic grids);Remember! Rubber or steel chains provide safety on ice-covered road. Car chains are irreplaceable at movement on the iced over steep slopes which are difficult for overcoming even to off-road cars.
* Metal chains of various weaving;
* High-strength titan chains;
* Economic chains of short-term using (which dress on the got stuck wheels).


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