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§ II. Consequences to the Church of the Destruction of the Temple.
The great truths maintained by St. Paul received emphatic sanction from this terrible event. God had cast into the balance the weight of his judgments. The destruction of Jerusalem was to have yet a further effect—it was to enlarge the views of the 407Christians as to the future of the Church, and to give indefinite expansion to the horizon of prophecy. They had until now been living in daily expectation of the end of the world, and the immediate return of Christ. In the prophetic picture drawn by the Master they had failed to apprehend the true perspective. They had recognized no distinction between the prophecies relating to the Holy City and those having reference to the final judgments of God; they had not grasped the idea that the condemnation about to fall on Jerusalem was a symbol of the judgments kept in store for the world. This confusion, so natural in the first period of the apostolic age, was no longer possible after Judaism had lost its religious center. It became then distinctly evident that a long future of conflict was before the Church. We have a striking proof of this enlargement of the views of prophecy as resulting from the fall of Jerusalem. Hegesippus relates that the Emperor Domitian, on questioning some Christians in Palestine, who were connected with the Saviour by ties of kindred, as to the kingdom of Christ and his return, received this reply: "His kingdom is not an earthly kingdom or of this world, but a heavenly and angelic kingdom, which will come in the fullness of the ages, when he shall return to judge the quick and the dead."507507Οὐ κοσμικὴ μὲν οὐδ᾽ ἐπίγειος ἐπουράνιος δὲ καὶ ἀγγελικὴ τυγχάνει ἐπὶ συντελείᾳ τοῦ αἱῶνος γενησομένη. Routh, "Reliquiæ Sacræ," i, 219; Eusebius, "Hist. Eccles.," ii, 32. The second coming of Christ had then at this time ceased to be expected as immediate, and those whose hopes had been most set on its speedy realization had learned to defer indefinitely the appointed time.408
This revelation, so clear and positive, of the prolongation of the period of struggling and suffering, combined with the destruction of the ancient form of worship, to which so many of the Christians still clung, tended to promote the more settled and permanent organization of the Church. In fact, from the year 70, there is a very marked advance toward a definite form of government and of worship. The Church now realizes its position as the true Israel of God, the religious society approved by him, which has taken the place of the theocracy; and it is thus led to organize institutions which shall permanently substitute those of the past. There was danger, however, lest in replacing these the Church should be led into imitating them. The necessity which was felt, after the destruction of the temple, of a fixed and clearly-defined organization, might lead to a resurrection of Judaism under a new form. The letter of Clement of Rome to the Corinthians gives sufficient evidence of the existence of such a tendency at the close of the first century. He says, "We ought to do all that the Lord has commanded us to do at the times appointed. He has commanded us to present offerings and to celebrate worship, not irregularly and irreverently, but at the times and seasons by him determined. He has revealed, by his most holy will; in what places and by what men the various acts of religious service can be acceptably performed. Special functions are ascribed to the high priest; a particular place is set apart for the priests, and the Levites have their distinct offices. Let each one of you then, my brethren, render honor to God, in his special order, with a good conscience, and without 409infringing the rule of his ministry. The sacrifices were not offered in all places, but at Jerusalem alone; and in Jerusalem, at the altars in the Temple. Take heed, my brethren, lest we who have been honored with a wider knowledge should bring upon ourselves severer chastisements by violating established rules."508508Clement of Rome, "Ad Corinth.," 4.
It would be absurd to infer from this passage that Clement, a disciple of St. Paul, holds the perpetuity of the Levitical worship, but we can clearly mark in it the tendency to transplant into the Church the precise organization of the old law, and to introduce the fixed order of Judaism. Evidently such notions can only have arisen after the destruction of the Temple. The Christians, accustomed to regard that as their religious center, were filled with a sort of alarm after its fall; they felt about for other props; they began to be afraid of the great freedom which, until then, had prevailed in the worship and government of the Church; and thus the event which was designed to set a seal on the spirituality of the new covenant helped, by a not unnatural perversion, to bring it back under the yoke of the old.
We cannot, however, admit, with an illustrious German divine, that in consequence of this great event a second Council was held at Jerusalem, at which the surviving Apostles met and authoritatively instituted the episcopate. A fact of such importance would not have escaped the ancient historians of the Church. The early Fathers would have made more than vague allusions to it. Besides, none of the passages adduced in support of this hypothesis are at all conclusive. Such an apostolical council appears to 410us inconceivable in the first century; it would suppose a wide modification of the very idea of the apostolate, and a radical revolution in then existing ecclesiastical institutions.509509The hypothesis to which we allude was brought forward by Rothe ("Anfange," p. 311,) and supported by Thiersch, ("Apost. Zeit.," p. 275.) Rothe takes his ground on the following passage: Μετὰ τὴν Ἰακώβου μαρτνρίαν καὶ τὴν αὐτίκα γενομενην ἁλωσιν τῆς Ἱερουσαλημ, λόγος κατέχει τῶν ἀποστόλων καὶ τῶν τοῦ Κυρὶου μαθητῶν τοὺς εἱαέτι τῷ βιῷ λειπυμενους ἐπί παῦτα πανταχόθεν συνελθεῖν. "After the martyrdom of James and the taking of Jerusalem, it is said that the Apostles of the Lord, and his disciples who were yet alive, assembled together." According to Eusebius, the object of this assembly was the choice of a successor to James. Rothe maintains that the opportunity thus offered was embraced for the institution of the episcopate. But, without dwelling on the hypothetical character given by Eusebius himself to this statement, it affords no support to Rothe's idea. In fact, according to Eusebius, who is only the echo of Hegesippus, the foundation of the episcopate is to be traced back, not to Simon, but to James himself, of whom he speaks positively as a bishop. He cannot, then, have intended to speak of the foundation of the episcopate after the death of James. The second passage brought forward by Rothe is taken from the fragment of Irenæus edited by Pfaff. It is as follows: Οἱ ταῖς δευτέραις τῶν ἀποστόλων διατάξεσι παρηκολουθηκότες ἴσασι τὸν Κύριον νέαν προσφορὰν ἐν τῇ καινῇ διαθήκῃ καθεστηκέναι κατὰ τὸν Μαλαχίαν τὸν προφήτην . "Those who follow the second injunctions of the Apostles know that the Lord appointed a new sacrifice in the new covenant, according to the Prophet Malachi." Rothe supposes these second injunctions to proceed from the second Council at Jerusalem. But there is no evidence that these second injunctions are of a different date from the first; there is nothing more implied than a simple classification of the injunctions of the Apostles. In any case, the passage gives no indication of an episcopate. The third passage is taken from Clement of Rome. "The Apostles," we read in his First Epistle to the Corinthians, xliv, "knowing from the Lord Jesus Christ that there would be disputes in the Church as to the name of bishop, and, having a perfect prevision of the fact, appointed elders, and subsequently gave directions that when these died other tried men should succeed them." καὶ μεταξύ ἐπινομήν δεδώκασιν ὅπως ἐὰν κοιμηθῶσιν διαδέξωνται ἕτεροι δεδοκιμασμένοι ἄνδρες τὴν λειτουργίαν αὔτων. Rothe lays stress on the word ἐπινομήν, which he translates testament, testamentary disposition, on the authority of a single passage in Hesychius, who assimilates ἐπίνομος to κληρονὸμος He thus translates the passage from Clement: "The Apostles made this testamentary disposition, that when they (the Apostles) should be dead, other tried men should succeed to their office." To this we reply, the κοιμηθῶσιν does not relate to apostles, but to elders. The dispute at Corinth related not to the apostolic office, but to the office of elders, and it arose on the occasion of the death of the first elders appointed in that Church. Still further, the root of the word ἐπινομή is νόμος, law. It is, therefore, much better translated, commandment, decision. We read in an old Latin translation, "Hanc formam tenentes." "Forma" is here the equivalent of decision or ordinance. It is not necessary to have recourse to the arbitrary correction of Bunsen, who substitutes ἐπιμονήν for ἐπινομήν, ("Ignatius und seine Zeit.," p. 98,) and who regards it as the consecration for life to the office of elder. We translate the passage thus: "The Apostles determined that when the first elders should be dead others should succeed them." (See Ritschl, "Altcath. Kirche," pp. 424-429.)411
Another consequence of the fall of Jerusalem was the tracing of a broad line of demarkation between Judæo-Christianity and the Church.510510See, on this point, "Das apostolische und nachapostolische Zeitalter," by Lechler, of Stuttgart, pp. 436- 44; Ritschl, "Altcath.," 238-256. So long as the Temple was standing the Christians of Palestine might suppose that it was the will of God that they should continue to practice all the rites of Judaism, as decided by the Council at Jerusalem. This could no longer be the case when the Temple was overthrown. The enforced cessations of sacrifices is a momentous fact, which it has been vainly endeavored to explain away.511511Schwegler, work quoted, pp. 192-308. This event could not fail to produce a very deep impression on the more liberal section of the Church at Jerusalem, which still retained the tone of feeling imparted by James. This party recognized it 412as the decree of God, finally abrogating the old worship. Under the influence of Simon, the cousin of James, and a man probably of like spirit, these Jewish Christians were gradually brought into closer fellowship with those of Gentile origin. The hatred of the Jews, who were eager to fulminate excommunications against the Christians, and to put them under the ban of their synagogues so soon as these were reconstituted, contributed not a little to enlarge the spirit of the Christians of Palestine.512512Lechler, p. 440. In fact, a short time after the destruction of Jerusalem a new Sanhedrim was formed at Jabna, which endeavored to rally around it the remnants of the Jewish people. This Sanhedrim assumed the most hostile attitude toward the Christians, whom it called Mineans. The Rabbi Tarpho said, "The Gospels deserve to be burned; paganism is less dangerous than the Christian sects, for the former through ignorance does not receive the truths of Judaism, while the Christians know and yet reject. Salvation may be more readily found in the idol temples than in the assemblies of the Christians." The Jews were forbidden to eat with the Christians, and a form of excommunication against them was introduced by the Rabbi Gamaliel into the daily prayers. Its import was, that there was no hope for apostates. No gulf could be deeper than that by which the Church was thus divided from the synagogue.
In the commencement of the following century we find a flourishing Church, without any Judaistic tendencies, at Ælia-Capitolina, a Roman colony founded on the ruins of Jerusalem, to which, by a decree of 413the Emperor, no Jews were admissible. It is certain that a large number of Christians of Jewish origin were among its inhabitants, and that these associated without distinction with Gentiles by birth. There could be no stronger proof of the decay of Judæo-Christianity.513513Eusebius's Ecclesiastical History, iv, 6; Ritschl, work quoted, page 247. These same Christians were, as we shall presently show, sacrificed in large numbers by Bar Cocheba in the violent persecution which he instigated against the Church. We freely admit, however, that all were not equally enlightened. The existence in the second century of a Nazarite sect distinct from the Ebonites, and treated with tolerance by Justin Martyr, proves that a section of the Jews in Palestine, without breaking with the Church, still retained an exaggerated attachment to the ancient forms.514514Justin, "Dial. cum Tryph.," c. xlvii. They could not be charged with any doctrinal error; they did not give formal expression to their views; but they refused to cast off the Mosaic yoke, even after God had himself broken it. The Church at Jerusalem contained within its bosom violent and fanatical men, who even before the siege of the Holy City had begun to fall away from it. These, far from being enlightened by that event, became yet more extravagant in their Judaizing notions. Previously, it might have been supposed that they adhered to the old worship rather from position than conviction; but from the year 70 they substituted for such a modified and transitional form of Judaism, one more decided and emphatic. Thus they became further and further alienated from apostolic 414doctrine, and in combination with the Jewish sects, especially with the Essenes, they constituted a distinct and avowed heresy. To this period, then, we, with Irenæus, trace the obscure commencement of Ebionitism, although the name is of later date.515515Γέγονε ἡ ἀρχὴ τούτου μετὰ Ἱεροσολύμων ἅλωσιν. Irenæus, xxx, 2.415
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In class, we've been exploring how the wisdom of Ayurveda can help us to tailor our yoga practice to suit the "energy" of the summer. Ayurveda, as the sister science of yoga, offers guidance to maintain physical and emotional health. It is based on three constitutions, or doshas, namely vata, pitta and kapha. Each of us has all three doshas, but usually one or two dominate.
It's thought that our dosha make up is determined at conception. However, many lifestyle-related factors influence our dosha balance, such as our diet, schedule, and our sleep and play habits. In addition, the time of day, the time of year, and the phase of life we are experiencing all alter our dosha cocktail.
Each dosha is associated with certain times of the day or night. For example, the pitta times of day are from 10am-2pm, and 10pm-2am. Similarly, the seasons and the shift between them correlate with a dosha … kapha, to pitta, to vata, and back to kapha. Currently, we are immersed in pitta season, which runs from summer to early fall.
Pitta is a mixture of fire and water, and has the qualities of being hot, light, sharp and penetrating. Fire is the element of transformation, so pitta is related to all the transformative processes in the body. In the physical body, this manifests in digestion, metabolism, and energy production. In the mind, the action of fire determines how we digest our experiences and transform patterns of thought.
When pitta is in balance, there is passion, ambition, determination, strength, compassion, outward sensitivity and adaptability. Pitta dominant folks are natural leaders. When pitta is out of balance, people will have a tendency to be angry, impatient, irritable, and jealous. They will experience not only fiery emotions, but also acne, rosacea, rashes and eczema. Likely, they will also have an overly acidic digestive tract, resulting in heartburn and diarrhea.
Even those who are not pitta dominant are still influenced by the fire of summer season. Therefore, we should all seek to modify our habits and practice to counteract the hot summer months. Pitta-pacifying poses are cool, and calming. Focus on forward folds, twists and side body openers. It's helpful to include a lot of variety, and less intensity/rigidity, so we practice in a more relaxed manner and don't push ourselves too hard. Experiment with working at 80% of your capacity, and take rest when you notice that your nervous system is getting amped-up. Signs that the nervous system is moving into sympathetic mode include labored or strained breathing, tension in the jaw, tongue and muscles around the eyes, and a darting gaze. For breathing exercises, practice diaphragmatic breath, and chandra bhedena, while making the exhale longer than the inhale.

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By Cedric Williams
With a new coach in Sean McVay (who also happens to be the youngest coach in the league), questions about its quarterback and receiving corps, and its best defensive player holding out for a new contract, most NFL prognosticators figured the Los Angeles Rams would be lucky to get to five wins in 2017.
Through its first seven games of the season though, these Rams have already claimed five victories and now find themselves alone atop the NFC West standings. The 5-2 Rams are currently a half game ahead of the rival Seattle Seahawks, and would be the No. 3 seed in the NFC playoffs if they began today.
"I think the great thing about what our team has done and, really, what we've done with our approach is (it's) just one day at a time, one week at a time," McVay said in a meeting with the media on Tuesday.
L.A.'s top player this season has been running back Todd Gurley, who leads the conference in rushing (627 yards) while also leading the entire league with eight touchdowns. The 2015 NFL Rookie of the Year, Gurley scored 10 touchdowns that season. Last year, he had just six.
Equally as noticeable for the team who leads the league in scoring at 30.3 points per game has been the improvement of the passing game. Quarterback Jared Goff looked lost at times last season, but this year — his first under McVay — the second-year signal-caller out of Cal ranks seventh in the NFL in passing yards (1,719) and has nine touchdown passes and just four interceptions.
"It feels good. You know I kind of say it every week — we like where we're at for sure," Goff said, following last Sunday's 33-0 Rams beat down of the Arizona Cardinals. "Especially going into this bye week, that was the goal two weeks ago when we lost to Seattle — it was to win the last two, go into the bye week 5-2. And we're here now, we did it. And after a win like that, it feels good. But I think, again, like I've said before, we're never really content. We're happy with the way we played, but we expect to play well and tonight that showed."
Defensively, the Rams have been led by three-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Aaron Donald, who missed all of training camp and the team's season opener due to a contract dispute. But that hasn't stopped him from continuing to be one of the most disruptive defensive forces in the entire league.
Last week, Donald was virtually un-blockable against Arizona, which was a key reason why the Rams put up their first defensive shutout since 2014. And though holding an opponent scoreless was a new trend, LA's propensity for making it tough for its opponents to score has been evident over the last couple of weeks.
A month ago, the Rams held Dallas to just six points in the second half of what proved to be a thrilling come-from-behind victory. Three weeks ago, LA gave up just 16 points in a game against Seattle.
Two weeks ago, the Rams smothered Jacksonville and allowed just 17 points. And then this past Sunday, LA blanked a previously high-flying Arizona offense.
The first half of this 2017 NFL season has not been what most expected from the Rams, but the players and coaches are excited and looking forward to being even better during the second half of the season.
"I think the defense has done a great job of continuing to improve and I think that's a credit to our coaches and our playing staff," McVay said. "Obviously, getting Aaron back and getting him into a rhythm you see why he is an All-Pro caliber player, as good as anybody. But I think they are playing together. They're getting more and more comfortable with the system and the way that we want to operate and I think ultimately at the end of the day, however you win you feel good about that result."


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The team at Positive Luxury – a UK-based platform promoting sustainable brands – have put together a list of their top ethical buys. Here are some of their favourite guilt-free purchases and why each company meets their standards of responsibility and quality.
Pilot's Watch Timezoner Chronograph (£10,250 / US$13,450)
The Pilot's Watch Timezoner Chronograph is the first mechanical watch that allows a new time zone to be set with a single rotation, allowing the wearer to check the time in another zone before easily resetting it to their own.
The first Special Pilot's Watch left the IWC factory in 1936, originally built for the Royal Air Force.
IWC have been continuously working on reducing their carbon dioxide emissions; since summer 2007, they have been certified as a climate-neutral company. The use of alternative energy, alongside innovative production and building technology, has reduced the company's CO2 emissions by 90%. Since 2007, their electricity comes entirely from green hydroelectric energy and they use recycled rain water to flush their toilets.
Voluntary payments are made to compensate for the CO2 emissions that cannot be entirely eliminated, funding environmental projects in developing and emerging countries. IWC also developed a scheme to encourage environmental awareness in its employees, rewarding those who make independent efforts to reduce their CO2 footprints, amongst other initiatives.
Yellow-gold bracelet (£3,300 / US$4,329)
This 18K yellow-gold bracelet, with a width of 12.1mm, is Fairmined certified, which means the gold comes from small-scale mining operations with responsible practices.
JEM – which stands for 'Jewellery Ethically Minded' – aims to produce jewellery in an entirely sustainable way. For their products, they use Fairmined ethical gold, guaranteeing the material's traceability from the mine to the jewellery box. They are the first French jeweller to work with Fairmined.
Elvis & Kresse
Weekend bag (£299 / US$392) and travel wallet (£99 / US$130)
The Elvis & Kresse weekend bag is made from decommissioned fire hose material and the lining is made from old auction banners. After 25 years of active duty, fighting fires around the UK, the hard-wearing hose has been given a second life as a tough holdall.
The Elvis & Kresse travel wallet is also made from decommissioned fire hose and lined with reclaimed military-grade parachute silk. It has plenty of sections for easily organising all of your travel essentials.
Elvis & Kresse have been reclaiming 'heroic' materials ever since the designers fell in love with the London Fire Brigade's decommissioned hoses in 2005. 50% of the profits from the fire hose range are donated to the Fire Fighters Charity.
The team at Elvis & Kresse imagine a time without landfill, when everything is recycled or composted. For now, they know there are far too many materials destined for the rubbish dump or incinerator. They are constantly searching for more materials to grow their range of bags, belts and wallets, and have rescued over 200 tonnes of waste materials so far.
Travel backgammon board (from £160 / US$210)
This backgammon travel set comes in three sizes and can easily be rolled up and fastened with its leather strap. Made from Okapi's blesbok leather, it unfolds to form a leather board with 30 checkers. It also comes with three dice.
As a result of the complex manufacturing process, there can only ever be a limited number of each style made per year.
Okapi was founded in Cape Town in 2008 by South African entrepreneur Hanneli Rupert. All of Okapi's materials and manufacturing are finished entirely in South Africa, from where they have pioneered the use of African game skins, such as blesbok leather, with sustainability and little waste. Blesbok skin can only be treated and tanned for Okapi by a select few, skilled local artisans in the Western Cape. By incorporating them into the products, Okapi is taking what would be waste and creating sustainable employment on the African continent.
In keeping with Okapi's ethos of 'creating trade not aid', they have strived to collaborate with and support grassroots craft groups in Southern Africa. For the 2016 collection, these partners were ZenZulu and MonkeyBiz, both community projects creating sustainable jobs in and around the Cape Town area.
Pembe Club
Mikumi leather cord necklace with porcupine, baobab and elephant tusk pendants (£415 / US$545)
This long, black, leather cord necklace, with its gold-plated porcupine quill, baobab seed and elephant tusk pendants, is the perfect accessory for a safari look. The necklace length is 70cm.
Founder, Yasmine Haji, who is originally from Tanzania, was inspired to create pieces replicating the tusks, teeth and horns of Africa's wildlife. Devastated by the poaching crisis in Africa, she has formed an alliance with Tusk Trust, promoting wildlife conservation. A portion of the profits from each sale are donated to elephant charities, including Tusk, WildAid and PAMS Foundation.
Robe de Voyage
'Swift' shawl in 100% khadi wool (£170 / US$223)
Inspired by the ripples of sunlight on water and crafted from the finest handwoven khadi wool, this lightweight scarf is a travel essential for flights or cool evenings. From the placement of the print to the handmade box they arrive in, each Robe de Voyage garment is unique.
Robe de Voyage is a luxury range of handwoven travel robes and resort-wear. Created by a small team of artisans, the Robe de Voyage collection is designed in London, tailored in Paris by a retired cutter from Dior and individually screen-printed and assembled in Delhi, India. The softest khadi cotton takes weeks to spin and weave by hand and the collection supports local industry in India, whilst maintaining high standards of design and quality.
Plunge one-piece (£115 / US$150) or strapless one-piece (£105 / US$138)
Sleek and classic, this one-piece flatters many shapes and sizes, and comes in either strapless or plunge varieties.
Everything Bodas offers is made from the highest quality fabrics – the finest Tactels and lace from France and Italy are used for lingerie, Supima cotton from the US for nightwear and luxe eight-ply cashmere from Wales for super-soft sweaters and socks. The swimwear fabric has been carefully selected in Italy. All Bodas packaging is environmentally friendly.
Wide-brim Panama hat with white skinny scarf (£230 / US$300)
The wide-brim Panama hat is handwoven in Ecuador in a very fine Cuenca weave (Fino 10/12). It is soft, pliable and great for travelling. The scarf is handmade with washed crêpe de Chine silk, and includes hand-frayed ends and a hand-roll-hemmed edge. As with all chartwellandg pieces, it features the hand-embroidered white signature detail in the bottom corner.
chartwellandg is a British pioneering, luxury resort-wear brand creating handmade clothes and accessories. Moving away from mass production, they focus on purity and minimalism. Hand-rolled hems, hand-plaited leather, silk-covered buttons and hand-embroidered details are all signatures of the brand.
chartwellandg was founded by a husband and wife team who grew up in New Zealand and have since made London their home. All the materials used are sourced and 'consciously constructed' in Britain, including the accessories and packaging. The brand's supply chain is compact and their practices sustainable.
'One Large' sunglasses (£295 / US$387)
The One Large sunglasses are the first model Karmoie designed, standing for new beginnings and a clean slate. Designer Kirsten Iversen finds inspiration in vintage style, combined with Scandinavian aesthetics and industrial design. She focuses on clean lines, an organic colour palette and a lightweight, comfortable fit.
Karmoie is an independent Norwegian eyewear brand, aiming to combine the world of fashion with a meaningful and life-altering contribution. For every pair of frames sold, a pair of corrective glasses is given to a person in need.
All frames and parts are made entirely in Italy.
Luca Jouel
Diamond petite arabesque necklace, (£531 / US$697)
This necklace was inspired by arabesque lantern tiles from Morocco and is bead-set with four round brilliant cut diamonds (F colour, VS clarity, 0.01ct). The chain is a 41cm trace chain with a carabiner clasp.
Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian fine jewellery brand that is committed to using ethically-sourced materials. Each piece is made by expert jewellery-makers in Australia using special hand-finishing touches. They work with suppliers who comply to international standards, such as the Kimberley Certification Scheme, and Tereena Lucas, founder of the brand, is dedicated to sourcing her gemstones and precious metals responsibly. The luxurious packaging is made of bamboo and can be repurposed for other uses.
Lucas also supports the Australian Childhood Foundation by donating a percentage of her sales.
Mayshad Paris
SS7 cardholder (£85 / US$112)
These colourful cardholders – 7x4cm – have two outside pockets and an inner 5.5x4cm compartment. The logo is finished in gold. The Moroccan designer, Nezha Alaoui, is inspired by New York and the desert, her work reflecting both the vibrancy of the city and the purity of nature.
Based in Paris, Maison Mayshad is a luxury handbag brand seeking to make a difference in this world beginning with an approach to fashion and luxury. As a 'lifestyle designer', Nezha Alaoui wants her pieces to send a clear message: for women to exercise their own will in life. She designs her collections in order to inspire women who seek success. The products are handmade in prestigious Parisians workshops.
GBP to USD conversion accurate as of 31st July 2017.
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Positive Luxury connects brands and consumers that care. The mission is to inspire people to buy better and influence brands to do more. The Butterfly Mark – which all the above products have – is recognised as a guarantee of commitment to excellence across all areas of sustainability.
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Elli Avram, the Indian-Swedish-Greek actress who has been heralded for her performances on the big screen will soon be seen in ALTBalaji's next, The Verdict – State V/s Nanavati, spearheaded by Samar Khan and Subhash Kapoor with Director Shashant Shah directing it.
As we know, Manav Kaul will be playing the central role of Kawas Nanavati while Viraf Patel will be essaying the role of his counterpart, Prem Ahuja.
We now hear of Elli Avram playing the leading lady Sylvia, the English wife of Kawas Nanavati.
As per sources, "Elli seems apt to play the role and fits the bill thoroughly of Sylvia."
We buzzed Elli but could not get through her for comments.
We reached out to Producer Ekta Kapoor, but did not get revert from her.
As for Elli who has done challenging roles in movies like Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Poster Boys etc has appeared on TV in shows Bigg Boss, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, Comedy Nights with Kapil etc.
Watch this space for more updates.


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January 17th, 2020, 1:31pm
Men's Bible Study for tomorrow, January 18th, is cancelled.
January 15th, 2020, 1:11pm
Choir for tomorrow, January 16th, is cancelled.
January 15th, 2020, 8:06am
Awana is cancelled for tonight.
January 14, 2020, 9:45am
Primetimers is cancelled for Wednesday January 15th.
Women's Bible Study is also cancelled for today, January 14th. Please have both lessons (1 and 2) ready for next week.


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Mark Pitman reports from The GenQuip Stadium as Port Talbot Town were held by local rivals from literally around the corner, Afan Lido in the Welsh Premier League. Gareth Elms was on hand for the photo's.
Once a traditional festive derby in the Welsh Premier League, the last time Port Talbot Town and Afan Lido competed against each other with league points at stake was back in 2004-2005. Local pride was shared that season as Afan Lido claimed three points at Port Talbot before Port Talbot repeated the feat at Afan Lido, and honours remain even after the first festive game since Afan Lido's return to the top-flight this season after this 2-2 Boxing Day draw at The GenQuip Stadium. Afan Lido have claimed the upper-hand with two Welsh Cup victories since the two sides last met in the league, the most recent being earlier this month, but this latest share of the points sets up an interesting return fixture in January.
Afan Lido went into the fixture with a three point advantage over their local rivals and approached the match in better form. Manager Andy Dyer has turned his side into over-achievers this season and his quickly-assembled squad have already taken points off the top four teams in the league table. By comparison, opposite number Mark Jones has not seen his side win since October, and has suffered defeats against the only three teams below them in the Welsh Premier League table this season. Dyer and his side also have the advantage of a Welsh Cup victory over their rivals, but went into the match without suspended defender and captain Carl Evans, while Jones had the rare luxury of having a full-strength squad to choose from for this much-anticipated derby. Continue reading


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Best Ways to Give an Outdated Home a Modern Vibe
Not many of us are fortunate enough to be able to afford a new home. With so many conveniently priced older houses on the market, it doesn't come as a surprise that people choose to buy them instead. As convenient as they are to find and easy to afford, older homes come with their own set of problems. One of the most common issues people have with their outdated homes is how to make them more modern. If you're hoping to update your old house and make it look a bit more contemporary, you've come to the right place.
Go white
A lot of older houses have wallpapers, and as lovely as they used to look decades ago, these days you could probably find a lot of better options. Even better, you should get rid of them and paint your walls white or something neutral. As a rule, older wallpapers start peeling and can get grimy, and once you start taking them off, you will probably notice that there are places that have mold underneath. Not a pretty sight at all. A wonderful way to make your old home look and feel new is to paint it white: we're talking whitewashed walls and ceilings – one of the oldest tricks in the book. It's easy, it's cheap, and it will never go out of style.
Replace old doors
One of the best things about older homes is that they often have amazing doors and ornate cornices that a lot of contemporary homes are dying to get. If your front door is in good condition, try adding a fresh coat of paint and a new door handle just to spice things up. Interior doors, on the other hand, are a whole other story. If you're hoping to keep the rustic air in your home, you should try getting sliding barn doors instead of keeping your old ones. Not only will they make your home interior seem at the same time rustic and modern, but you will also save a lot of floor space because these doors stick to the wall.
New hardware and outlets
Updating outdated hardware and outlets is another easy way to give new life to an old house, and you don't even have to break the bank to do it. If you're on a tight budget and don't want to spend a fortune on updates, you should simply replace your old outlets with new ones. You could even try getting a uniformed look for your entire house so that every light switch, plate and outlet match. On the other hand, if you're willing to spend a bit more, you could try replacing old outlets and getting new hardware too. It will have a great effect on your home, and you will finally have different door handles and taps than your Grandma.
Out with the old furniture
There is no way your home will feel modern if it's filled with outdated furniture. Keeping a few select antique pieces is one thing, but keeping every wardrobe, cabinet, armchair, and coffee table is simply a bad move. Throw out your old furniture (try to sell it online or donate it to someone who might need it) and get some new pieces. You don't even have to buy brand new furniture: you can easily get used one and update it with a lick of paint or a new wood stain. Old curtains in a freshly painted room with new furniture are also not a very good idea, so try getting some new ones that will brighten up the room.
When it comes to updating and redecorating an old house, there is no such thing as "too many ideas". The best thing is that you won't have to spend too much money on these updates and you'll still be able to upgrade your home and make it look modern and elegant.


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Hungary became the 37th state of the Council of Europe to ratify the Council of Europe's Convention on Protection of Children against Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse. It will enter into force in Hungary on the 1st of December 2015.
The treaty – known as "the Lanzarote Convention" – requires criminalisation of all kinds of sexual offences against children, including sexual abuse in the circle of trust, sexual activities with a child below the legal age; child prostitution and pornography; as well as solicitation of children for sexual purposes ("grooming") and "sex tourism". In June 2015, the Council of Europe's Lanzarote Committee recommended that "online grooming" of children via Internet be criminalized, too. The Lanzarote Convention requires states parties - in Europe and beyond - to adopt legislation and take measures to prevent sexual violence, protect child victims and prosecute perpetrators.
One in five children under the age of 18 is a victim of sexual violence, and in most of the cases the perpetrator is a family member or another person the child trusts, such as a family friend, sports trainer or faith leader. Because sexual abuse of children is often a "taboo" theme, the Council of Europe runs a campaign called "ONE in FIVE" to break the silence and empower everyone, including children, to speak up.
SOURCE: Council of Europe, 04/08/2015, http://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/hungary-ratifies-council-of-europe-co...


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Banff, Canada
February 1 to February 8, 2020
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The Trip price includes:
Round trip Airfare from Chicago to Calgary, Ground transfers (bus from Calgary to Banff), 7 nights hotel stay at the Ptarmigan Inn (https://banffptarmiganinn.com) Buffet breakfast daily
5 day lift tickets good at Lake Louise, Sunshine, and Mt. Norquay Shuttle buses to all ski resorts.
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There are plenty of restaurants and shops of all types in Banff, and our hotel is located within walking distance to most of them. The town of Banff in general is very walkable. The US Dollar is strong against the Canadian dollar. So it should be economically a good time.
There is also plenty of things to do if you do not feel or do not plan on skiing. Sleigh Rides, Outdoor Hot Springs, High Tea at the Chateau Lake Louise, sightseeing Helicopter rides, hiking, shopping, dog sledding, or just being on vacation.
Trip Prices (based on double occupancy):
Adult $1,450.00 Senior $1,410.00, A $100 deposit holds a spot. Balance due by January 1, 2020
The trip has 20 spots. With 11 already signed up. Please do not delay. As the trip gets closer we will talk about Limos to/from O'Hare Airport.
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• Note Aspen CMSC on the memo line.
• One trip per check. Payment may include all in your party.
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Childhood AD in the Primary Care Setting
J Am Board Fam Med; 2019 Mar-Apr; Al-Naqeeb, et al
A large burden of childhood atopic dermatitis (AD) exists in the primary care practice setting in the US, a new study found. The cross-sectional survey study estimated the prevalence of AD in children aged 0‒5 years attending primary care practices in the US and described routine skin care practices used in this population. Researchers found:
- Among 652 children attending primary care practices, the estimated prevalence of ever having AD was 24%.
- The prevalence of comorbid asthma was higher among AD participants compared to those without AD.
- Moisturizers with high water:oil ratios were most commonly used (ie, lotions) in the non-AD population, whereas moisturizers with low water:oil content (ie, ointments) were most common when AD was present.
Al-Naqeeb J, Danner S, Fagnan LJ, et al. The burden of childhood atopic dermatitis in the primary care setting: A report from the Meta-LARC Consortium. J Am Board Fam Med. doi:10.3122/jabfm.2019.02.180225.
This survey of primary care practices found a very high (24%) prevalence of AD in children at 5 years of age attending a group of primary care practices. Most of the practice locations were in areas of the US that have colder and drier atmospheric conditions, which may help explain this strikingly high prevalence. Presence of respiratory symptoms was common as well. Before diagnosis, skin care practices may not have been optimum for the atopic child, suggesting an important area for the PCP to address to improve AD control. — Joseph Fowler, Jr., MD, Clinical Professor of Dermatology, University of Louisville, KY


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Singapore consumer tech company PRISM+ today launched its very first line of affordable DLED Ultra-High Definition (UHD) smart televisions (TVs) – the E-series TV range – at The Tech Show 2019. Consumers can now get their hands on a premium 55" UHD smart television at just S$599, which is almost half the current market price for televisions within the same range.
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Mobilegeddon was a Google algorithm update that started to be rolled out on April 21st, 2015. This update looked at a website and determined, either yes or no, if the site was deemed to be "mobile-friendly". There was (and still isn't) a kinda score. You either are mobile-friendly or you're not.
This update was designed to give websites that are mobile-friendly a boost of their search engine ranking signal on Google's mobile search results page. So, in other words, when someone searches for your site on a mobile device your rankings could see a boost on those mobile search results pages.
But, many people never "saw" a major impact after Mobilegeddon. As this update rolled out, the results had been more gradual than the pundits had predicted so there was no brink of disaster. That doesn't mean that change wasn't happening. It was and the warnings may have been too ominous!


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Fuck, I can't even get a date and two men marrying in Texas is probably still illegal lol
Fuck, I can't even get a date and two men marrying in Texas is probably still illegal lol
Did you know that whenever most women give birth that they shit on the table during delivery? Also, not being in a relationship, as I don't believe monogamy is a practical canon, is a restraint from living life beyond the ken of most others. I support oral transfusions, and I don't give a fuck if they are Jehovah's Witnesses or not. I support depopulation either through masturbubation or by creating a virus that will kill off 50% of Humanity within the next 48 hours. I believe in playing "God" in a way. I can either breathe life into someone (as I am CPR certified) or take someone's breath away with either tongue lashing induced parathesia, a soft, hyponofetish kiss or literally by playing judge, jury and executioner as in literal.murder. Although I would love to settle down with a life long partner in love and having a family. I am too feral. I am too unhinged. My genes contain mutated malediction. And I don't want to help create a retarded, schizoid possibly subject to incurable diseases and disorders "another human". My genome markers are like crime scene markers.
"Fake realities will create fake humans. Or, fake humans will generate fake realities and sell them to other humans, turning them, eventually, into forgeries of themself" -Philip K. Dick
Bastards. I say pods are clearly the answer.
Quid ignorantia sit multi ignorant.
When I was in high school and even a little bit in the beginning of college, I wanted to get married and have like 712369821 kids right that second. It was probably just hormones. But now that I am just a little older, I still want to get married, but not until I am in a stable time in life where I can enjoy a nice wedding and honeymoon. And now I don't want kids until I am in my late 20s or even 30. I want to enjoy the childless lifestyle as long as I can, because there is never any going back. I think of myself as a relatively sane and decent person, so maybe my having kids will put a slight, slight dent in the ratio of kids who grow up with shitty parents who are selfish and don't want to take care of them to kids who have a happy childhood. I would try to give my kids the best life possible because my parents have given me a really good life so far.
I've actually changed my mind a bit about this, even though I still lean more towards the childfree side of things.
I know that childfree doesn't always mean child/parent haters. I think my only problem was with being pressured and hassled to become a parent or get married or seeing other people getting pressured/hassled for also opting out of parenthood and/or marriage. But that's about it really. So yeah, I don't hate parents and children, since character is everything, and what truly matters/counts.
If I had any problem, it's because I've just been lost on finding value, reason and purpose to life sometimes, and it seems contradictory and even hypocritical to procreate if a part of you stopped believing in propagating life, especially in hopes that you'll put an end to your lineage once and for all with a painless, peaceful and dare I say dignified death, which also isn't obviously always a guarantee. (As in the dignity, since death is always a guarantee.) I can't imagine what to tell children if you've just given up on life itself. (Not in a suicidal way, but it really does seem like an endless cycle of grief and death, so I just try to enjoy it while I still can. This is also admittedly the anti-natalism seeping in.)
This would be tough for me to explain to a child or children of mine if I had them. I mean, I might not know so much about life, but looking back at it, it is best to do your best and stay out of trouble and just be good to people and exercise self-control and personal accountability while being the change you want to be in the world as well as benefiting yourself and those around you and just not trying to be a burden and immoral/evil, and am sure I'd do my best to be there for them, guide them and love them, but as far as life in the grand scheme of things, I'm just lost and confused, to the point where it's hard to make "Try to enjoy it while you still can." 100% positive.
And not that I also haven't known this all my life, but there are much more people than I realized that look at marriage as a step to procreation and not just being a loving relationship. Most people I know really still tell me that one of the reasons to get married is to have children, and some of them still asked me what the point of marriage is without starting a family. It also even wasn't always out of religious reasons either. It was sometimes even as simple as "It's just something people do." And while I get how normal that is, since traditions are bound to be ingrained in the majority's minds, I still don't see as to why and/or how it would be ever wrong/bad for a couple's marriage just being about love itself.
Oh right. And there are also a lot more parents than I realized that actually find just having one child abnormal. I didn't realize how much having an only child also stood out. It's like, at least one child is not zero children, right? And while only children can get lonely, not all siblings end up well together in the long-run.
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Christians begin with the presupposition that God created the universe and created man as a special creation different in kind from both inanimate and other animate creations. In fact, man is so special, the Bible tells us, that he is the very "image of God" (Gen. 1:27). One of these image attributes is the existence of the mind and the ability to think rationally (Col. 3:10) and to act with a moral sense (Eph. 4:24). The consistent materialist who denies God also denies the existence of the mind. For materialistic philosophers, the mind is an "illusion." In their words, "the brain is a machine. We have no selves, no souls. How do they know? Well, it's just a matter of faith."[1]
Such a view begins with the presupposition that all that exists is material in nature. Since the mind as distinct from the brain is by definition non-material, the mind as a separate entity cannot exist. The existence of what we call the "mind" must be explained solely in physical terms. Philosopher Daniel Dennett presupposes that "the mind is somehow nothing but a physical phenomenon. In short, the mind is the brain."[2] "The brain," insists MIT's Marvin Minsky in equally reductionistic fashion, is just "hundreds of different machines . . . connected to each other by bundles of nerve fibers, but not everything is connected to everything else. There isn't a 'you.'"[3]
With the advent of the computer, materialists believe they have found the perfect scientific mechanism to demonstrate that the mind is an illusion, a "ghost in a machine." "The machinists' model of consciousness is the computer; they see the brain as a superior model, somewhat more versatile than the industrial-strength Cray super-computer."[4] The machinists' computer analogy is self-evidently faulty, however. The machine is nothing without the program. The program is the product of the programmer. Who programmed the programmer? Are we to assume, following the materialist's logic, that an organic machine programmed an inorganic machine? What kind of trust can we place in the random firing of neural synapses? No one has made this point better than C. S. Lewis:
If . . . I swallow the scientific cosmology as a whole, then not only can I not fit in Christianity, but I cannot even fit science. If minds are wholly dependent on brains, and brains on bio-chemistry, and bio-chemistry (in the long run) on the meaningless flux of atoms, I cannot understand how the thought of those minds should have any significance than the sound of the wind in the trees.[5]
There is no accounting for man and the world, between dreaming and waking, illusion and reality if the materialists are right. Of course, if we start with the materialist's ultimate presupposition that the brain is an organic machine, how would we ever know?
[1] David Gelman, et al. "Is the Mind an Illusion?," Newsweek (April 20, 1992), 71.
[2] Quoted in ibid.
[3] Quoted in ibid., 72.
[4] Ibid . The Cray computer, named after its founder Seymour Cray, is made up of numerous parallel computers that contain hundreds or thousands of microprocessor chips designed to work on a single problem at once by dividing the task among the individual computers. By comparison, traditional computers, such as the Cray-3, contain one or a handful of processors.
[5] C. S. Lewis, "Is Theology Poetry," delivered at the Oxford Socratic Club, 1944, published in They Asked for a Paper (London: Geoffrey Bles, 1962), 164–165.


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No rest for the wicked! On Saturday morning Susan and I headed off to a Pop-up Shop, Love that name!! We saw some amazing vendors there!
Bread & Butter Skincare This is a men skin care system that is created and manufactured locally! They are working on an aftershave product as we speak! Can't wait for that, well I can, but my better half can't wait! Check these guys out too! I'm thinking it's a great little gift for the man in your life!
We also chatted and chatted with Richard from Mercy Studio Once again, not on the site. YET! That's the key word here! Once they've got their magic pot holder in production we're good to go.
Here is a little chat about someone who is on the site.
Jordynn MacKenzie Jordynn uses a mix of new, hand-printed and reclaimed fabrics and creates these fantastic owls and wallets. I know weird combo when you say it, but ya' gotta see it! She also has these amazing patterns that you download for the sewer on your Xmas list.
Once again we are humbled by all the great artistry that is out there! Lots of behind the scenes stuff going on here too! Nothin' like a potential newsletter to keep ya' busy!
Here's big news! Someone blogged about us! and we don't even know them!! http://oiseconnectfarm.blogspot.com/2009/11/100-mile-finds.html
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Report from BISWA Micro Finance Bank Initiative
Reported by Ranu Mahanti
April 13, 2007
The NBFC which has been promoted and has become operational since 16.11.2006 has presently two directors. No additional independent Director has been admitted into the board of directors as the NBFC is a taken over Company and we have submitted for change of its name to the Reserve Bank of
as well as to the Registrar of Companies. India
Once the name change is approved, we will take two independent directors into the board .The Independent director who will be first included into the Board.
May 6, 2007
No of SHGs and total members:
No. of SHGs: 23768
No of Members: 3,64,325(figure as on 31.3.2007)
No of registered federation :67
Target end of June and Dec
By end of June
No. of SHGs: 25,000
No. of Member: 4,00,000.
By the end of December
No. of SHGs: 30,000
No. of Members:4,80,000
No of registered federations by June :100
No of registered federations by December: 200
How many federations are completely functioning: 26
Amount of loan through BISWA MFI:
3,04,00,000/-(outstanding as on 31.3.2007)
Amount of Loan through BISWA:
94,81,00,000/-(Outstanding as on 31.3.2007)
Difficulties BISWA is going through for establishing the mFI:
Compliance of a number of Reserve Bank of
norms India
Compliance of a number of Registrar of Companies norms
Inadequate loan fund for providing loan to the self
help groups and the federations as per their
requirement and at their time of need
Lack of resources for providing training to the staff,
to the governing body members of the federations for
better management of their federation
Installation of hardware and soft ware for better Management
Information System, etc.
April 8, 2007
The present status of the NBFC:
The NBFC which was taken over by BISWA, a
Credible Securities and Finance Private Limited was taken over by
BISWA during April'2006 as a graduation of the Micro Finance Programme
of BISWA to an Institutional process.
We all at BISWA are extremely grateful to the NRI's and the Friends
venturing this NBFC.
The NBFC ,although was taken over in April'2006 was formally
established its office from 1st July'2006.
The NBFC has started its operation from 16.11.2006.
The NBFC has now an authorized capital of Rs.40 Million out of which
Rs.1,50,00,000/- has been subscribed and paid up. Out of these
subscribed and paid up of Rs.1,50,00,000/- , BISWA has been able to
contribute Rs.76,50,000/- representing 51% of the share holding and
Rs.73,50,000/- has been contributed by Bellweather Micro Finance Trust
A number of forms has to be filed with the Registrar of Companies and
with the Reserve Bank of
The NBFC has submitted application for its change of name from CREDBLE
SECURITIES FINANCE PVT LTD to BISWA Micro Finance Services Pvt. Ltd,
which is under process.
At present there are two directors at the NBFC Board out of which one
is the representative of BISWA (Mr.K.C.Malick) and another is the
representative of Bellweather(Mr.Ravinarasihmam).
The NBFC during the last financial year was able to mobilize only Rs.2
crores from Bellweather Micro Finance Trust as a result of which the
present loan portfolio is only Rs.3.40 crores .
The NBFC can appoint two independent director to its board after the
name change formalities are over with the Reserve Bank of
Registrar of Companies.
May 24, 2007
We have increased the interest rate as under at
For lending to Federations from 14% to 15%
For lending to NGO's from 14% to 15%
For lending to Self Help Groups from 18% to 20%
The reason for increasing the interest rate is as
1.Increase in the interest rate by the Banks and
Financial Institutions from whom we are borrowing
funds .
2.The Interest rate increase by these banks is
substantial which ranges from 2.75% to 4%.
3.Besides the increase in interest rates, the banks
have also increased the rate of service charges
substantially which ranges from .5% to 1.5%.
4.As such the cost of getting loan funds has
substantially increased which has compelled us to
increase the interest rate against our will.
We have also increased the interest rate in respect of
the NBFC from 14% to 15% for the above reason.
We are in a position to refund the loan amount to the
lenders from whom we had borrowed funds for
establishment of the NBFC. This year we can return
up to Rs.20 lac. I request you to kindly advise the
Lenders who are interested to take back their loan
amount with interest as agreed preferably in Indian
currency . Payment in Indian Currency is preferred to
avoid the loss to the lenders in US$ as the Indian
rupees has been appreciated from Rs.43.50 per US$1 to
Rs.40.60 per US$1 as at present. I would request to
kindly advice in separate mail by each lender stating
their bank account number to which we can credit the
amount with interest in
. India
Dear all,
The amount was given to BISWA as an investment towards
the establishment of BISWA mFI for five years with 5%
simple interest.
The answers to our questions are from
Mr. Khirod Chandra Malick, the chairman of BISWA. If
you have questions, please send me an e-mail with a
copy to Mr. Malick (kc_malick@yahoo. com). Thank you!
Regards, Joyasree (Ranu) Mahanti


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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Bars
Just a few tips:
- Line your 9×13 pan with foil and spray with non stick spray for easy clean up.
- Use a microwave safe bowl for the peanut butter and condensed milk. Spray the bowl and mixing utensil with non stick spray for easy removal and clean up.
- Place the bowl containing the peanut butter and condensed milk in the microwave it for 30 seconds. This will make it easier to mix the two together.
- Lightly press all the ingredients down before placing in the oven to bake. This will help the bar stay together and not be so crumbly when it is eaten.
- Avoid placing the chips on the very edges of the pan. The bar will brown on the edges first and might give the chips an overcooked burnt after taste.
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Bars
Author: Five Little Chefs
Recipe type: Dessert
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- 3 cups quick oats (not rolled)
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 cup margarine
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- ¾ cup peanut butter
- ½ cup milk chocolate chips
- ½ cup vanilla (white) baking chips
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9x13 pan with foil and spray with nonstick spray.
- In a food processor combine oats, flour, sugar, salt, baking soda and margarine. Pulse until it forms a crumbly mixture.
- Take out 1½ cups of this mixture (doesn't need to be exact) and set it aside for the top.
- Press the remaining oat mixture evenly on the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Spray a microwave safe bowl and spatula (or other mixing utensil) with non stick spray. Add the condensed milk and peanut butter. Microwave for 30 seconds. Mix well together. Pour on top of the oatmeal mixture in the prepared pan. Spread evenly to fully cover the bottom layer.
- Sprinkle the chips and almonds on top of the peanut butter mixture.
- Add the reserved oat crumble mixture to the top.
- Lightly press the top layer down.
- In the preheated oven bake for 25-35 minutes, or until golden brown. Watch the edges, they will turn brown first.
- Cool completely then cut into bars.


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text: MochetVelo 355 Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 There were two restored Model L Tourabouts at Hershey this year. A 1905 L was brought by Jeff Keysor (of Keysor Automobile Works) to the flea Market (photo below), and a 1906 model courtesy of Ronald Davis to the car show. Both are real nice-looking restored cars. By the way, Jeff says he might produce a small run of ignition timers for this model. If anyone is interested, let him know. If he can make five or more, they will be more affordable. Phil Link to post Share on other sites


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Oct 27, 2019
"Seinfeld" star Jason Alexander, rocker Southside Johnny Lyon and the authors of "Jaws" and "Game Of Thrones" are among those being inducted to the New Jersey Hall of Fame
Oct 25, 2019
Craig Morgan says it was God's plan to write a song about grief, pain and faith that has comforted so many others
Oct 25, 2019
Authorities say actress Felicity Huffman has been released from a federal prison in California on the 11th day of a 14-day sentence for her role in the college admissions scandal
Oct 25, 2019
Shortly after winning her second Booker Prize, Margaret Atwood has received a rare honor from Queen Elizabeth II for her services to literature
Oct 23, 2019
The assistant general manager of the Houston Astros has apologized for using "inappropriate language" after a Sports Illustrated report said he repeatedly yelled toward a group of female reporters about closer Roberto Osuna during a clubhouse celebration
Oct 22, 2019
Ms. Minaj wants you to know she's now officially Mrs. Petty
Oct 15, 2019
The Rockets are not engaging in the conversation on LeBron James's criticism of Houston general manager Daryl Morey's tweet in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests
Oct 15, 2019
The late musical icons Whitney Houston and the Notorious B.I.G. are among the 16 acts nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 2020 class.
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Cuba Gooding Jr. is facing a new undisclosed charge in his sexual misconduct case
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Pro-democracy groups make record gains in Hong Kong polls
China faced a grim scenario in Hong Kong as pro-democracy groups have made record gains in polls for Election Committee, which will elect the former British territory's next Chief Executive who unlike his predecessor may have to toe a balanced line to address growing anti-Beijing resentment.
Amid a high turnout the pro-democracy group have won 362 of the 733 seats, although pro-Beijing groups will still have a big majority, official poll results said.
Critics say the results show the undemocratic nature of the system as people in different sectors voted for representatives in the Committee instead of a direct election system. The Committee elects the Chief Executive who would be the chief administrator.
Candidates running for chief executive have to be nominated by the 1,200-strong Election Committee – and need a majority of votes from the committee to win. The committee's members are made up of delegates from special interest groups.
Analysts say despite the gains by pro-democracy groups, the pro-Beijing majority ensures the battle will be between figures favourable to the mainland government, BBC reported.
The main contenders for the post are Hong Kong's Financial Secretary John Tsang who is regarded as a more moderate alternative to the outgoing leader Leung Chun-ying, who was accused of focussing more on protecting
China s interests fuelling discontent specially among the youth.
Known as "Uncle Pringles" for a moustache similar to one worn by a character on a potato crisp brand's packaging, Tsang is a US-educated fencing and martial arts enthusiast who has been the finance minister since July 2007.
The big wins by pan-democrats was seen as reflection of dissatisfaction with the current government, and the slow pace of democratic reforms. Lit Ming-wai, of Health Professionals For Democracy 30, said it was a big surprise for the pro-democracy group to win all 30 seats in the subsector. Only nine pan-democrats or allies won in the 2011 polls.
"It reflects that the Election Committee poll is more than just an election, but is a fight to safeguard our core values," she told Hong Kong-based South China Morning Post.
"If chief executive aspirants want to take our votes, they must incorporate our calls for democratic political reform in their manifesto," she said.
Camille Lam Tsz-kwan, of the group CoVision16, said victory by pan-democrats in the architectural subsector reflected its strong support for democracy. "The sector was not hotly contested before and the pro-establishment camp used to take the seats. But now we know there are actually a lot of pro-democracy voters in the field." In 2014, tens of thousands of people demonstrated for weeks to demand a one-man, one-vote election for chief executive, but they failed to win any concessions from Beijing.


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Located just 10 minutes from charming Playa del Carmen, Azul Fives Hotel is noted for enormous suites designed for families and friends with up to three bedrooms with rooftop decks. Activities and special experiences foster togetherness for families, couples and groups of friends.
The 360-suite hotel offers the renowned Gourmet Inclusive® concept, as well as flexible meal plan options to suit all agendas. Private barbecues highlight family activities, the exclusive Family & Friends Vacation Planner coordinates family reunions, and the Kid's Club sponsored by Fisher-Price® caters to children. Rooftop Weddings inspire soon-to-be-married couples. The 24-hour room service and full-service concierge ensure memorable vacations.
One Bedroom Suite - 1,119 square feet Sleeps: 4 Decorated with sculptures and large paintings, this suite offers a living room with sleeper sofa, kitchen, dining table for eight and a powder room. There is a terrace/balcony off the living room and bedroom. The master bedroom has a king-size bed and deluxe Jacuzzi for two.Two Bedroom Suite - 1,710 square feet Sleeps: 6 Specially designed for families and groups of friends, these suites offer a living room with sleeper sofa, balcony/terrace, kitchen, dining table for eight and a powder room. The master bedroom features a king-size bed and Jacuzzi for two. The second bedroom has two double beds.
Azul Fives Hotel was designed to put the WOW in a kid's holiday, to support parents so vacationing with children is easy, and most of all, to provide memorable experiences for families together. There's no need to plan ahead for meals or activities, it's handled for you. And there are many opportunities for parents to spend time alone.
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Democrats are willing to jeopardize the health insurance of roughly 9 million American children if it means they are able to secure legal protections for 800,000 illegal immigrants and members of their families.
Congress has less than 48 hours to strike a deal to keep the government funded through October. If members fail to come to a spending agreement by Friday afternoon, all "non-essential" government employees will be furloughed, and active U.S. Military personnel will be working without pay (including troops currently deployed). Funding for agencies like federal museums or national parks will also be cut off.
Republicans are offering Democrats a 6-year extension of the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), a highly popular program that provides comprehensive health coverage, including mental health and dental coverage, to over 8.9 million American children in exchange for their vote on the spending bill. Democrats have pushed for CHIP reauthorization since the program's budget expired in November, making the offer all the more difficult to pass up for Democrats.
Yet, after months of posturing over CHIP, Senate Democrats are likely going to vote to shut the government down Thursday night — an act they lambasted Republicans for in 2013 –simply because the bill does not include protections for DREAMers and their parents. Effectively, Democrats are using children's health care as leverage in their fight to protect illegal immigrants.
McConnell urged his colleagues on the Senate floor Tuesday afternoon to pass a short-term funding bill and continue discussions on how to precede with DACA. Congress has, at the very least, until March before it has to reach a solution to DACA.
"With no imminent deadline on immigration and with bipartisan talks well under way, there's no reason why Congress should hold government funding hostage over the issue of illegal immigration," McConnell said.
"Now that a federal judge has issued a nationwide injunction preventing the administration from winding down the Obama administration's DACA program, it is clear that Congress has at least until March at a minimum, and possibly even longer, to reach a compromise," McConnell said.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer isn't backing down from the position he took last week, promising that Senate Democrats will give a strong thumbs down to any spending proposal that does not protect DREAMers.
"The fact remains the only way to guarantee the legal status for DREAMers is to pass DACA protections into law and do it now," Schumer said last week. "For that reason, a resolution to the DACA issue must be part of a global deal on the budget."
The Senate minority leader said Wednesday afternoon that, if the government shutdown, it would be the Republicans' fault.
"If, God forbid, there's a shutdown, it will fall on the majority leader's shoulders and the president's shoulders," Schumer said on the Senate floor Wednesday.
Speaker of the House Paul Ryan said Thursday that he believes the House will pass the spending bill Thursday evening, with the CHIP reauthorization included. The bill will make its way to the Senate Thursday evening, where the bill is, as of Thursday afternoon, leaning towards being shot down by Senate Democrats for not including DACA protections.
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I listened to this book that I downloaded from eMediaLibrary. It's narrated by the author, Stephen Colbert. If you enjoy his show, The Colbert Report, you will definitely enjoy this book.
Many laugh-out-loud, hysterical moments as he makes comments and observations about many topics, including family, faith, the media, race, etc… in his right-wing, "serious," completely tongue in cheek, biting manner.
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School spotlight: Marcus Whitman Junior High School
Marcus Whitman Junior High School
Address: 1887 Madrona Drive, Port Orchard
Website: www.skitsap.wednet.edu/Domain/1107
School type: Public, South Kitsap School District
Principal: Brian Carlson, starting 11th year at the school
Enrollment: About 740
Grades: Seventh through ninth grades
Colors: Green and gold
Mascot: Trailblazer
Number of classroom teachers: 42
Highlight: Over the past several years, the school has been improving the way it helps students struggling in a subject. Educators are trying to identify exactly what skill a student is missing and get the student help in a timely manner. Students get passes from homeroom to get homework help. "We're really trying to focus and build a pyramid of support around kids," Carlson said.
Upcoming event: The school will join with other junior high schools and the high school in South Kitsap for a choir concert at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 2 at South Kitsap High School.
2011-'12 MSP Seventh-grade reading: 68.2 percent
2011-'12 MSP Seventh-grade math: 52.2 percent
2011-'12 MSP Seventh-grade writing: 63.3 percent
2011-'12 MSP Eighth-grade reading: 58.8 percent
2011-'12 MSP Eighth-grade math: 48 percent
2011-'12 MSP Eighth-grade science: 54.3 percent
EOC Math Year 1: 73.9 percent
EOC Math Year 2: 100 percent