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West North Central Regional highlights from AAA's 2013/14 Year-End Holiday Travel Forecast include:
• 'Sleigh' rides rule. Over 93 percent (7.38 million) will travel by car, compared to just under 91 percent, nationally. This also represents an increase of 1.3 percent, in this region, from last year. The sleigh will go farther in this region, with Kansas average gas prices 10-15 cents a gallon lower than this time period last year. The Kansas average for a gallon of unleaded fuel is about $2.97, down 12 cents from a year ago. Kansas has the 4th lowest average gas prices, with only Missouri, Oklahoma and Minnesota lower.
• Air travel takes flight. AAA expects more than 310,000 to fly the friendly skies in this region to their holiday destinations. This is a decrease of 1.1 percent, for the region, from 2012. Yet, holiday air travel seems to have stabilized.
• Budgets jingle. Median spending among the region's travelers is expected to be $689, compared to U.S. average of $765. Because more West North Central travelers travel by car, travel budgets are somewhat lower. Regional median trip spending is up 5 percent over last year, a result of lower regional unemployment. Visiting with family/friends, dining, shopping and watching sporting events are, by far, the most popular expected activities for the region, more so than the national average.
• Longer, jolly trips planned. The average travel distance for the region is 699 miles, a slight but insignificant decrease, and lower due to heavy auto travel compared to the U.S. average of 805.
TOPEKA – The year-end holiday blitz is about to commence. 94.5 million travelers, nationally, will venture at least 50 miles from home over the year-end holiday period, nearly three out of every 10 Americans. However, in the West North Central Region, of which Kansas is a part, nearly four out of every ten are traveling. That's almost 8 million Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, the Dakotas and Minnesota travelers.
The American Automobile Association's national year-end holiday travel forecast represents a slight increase, 0.6 percent, compared to 2012. However for this region, the West North Central, the increase is 1.1 percent, according to travel source AAA. Year-end travel is expected to increase for the fifth consecutive year.
Covering both the Christmas and New Year holidays, the year-end holiday travel period is by far the longest, least volatile holiday period of the year. It includes trips between Saturday, Dec. 21 and Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2014.
"The year-end travel period is a day longer this year, which is the only reason for the increase in travel," said James Hanni, Kansas region AAA Allied Group spokesman. "The modest upswing in travel we're expecting to see can be attributed to this. It is the calendar effect.
"It's great to see such a large share – almost 38 percent – of the population planning to take a trip over the final two holidays of the year," Hanni said. "For travelers and the travel industry alike, it truly is the most wonderful time of the year."
As a travel resource, AAA has made available a variety of mobile travel tools. This includes AAA Mobile, a free app for Smartphone users. The app uses GPS navigation to help travelers map a route, locate nearby discounts, summon roadside assistance, find current gas prices and more. Travelers can learn more about this resource at www.aaa.com/mobile.
Research for year-end travel projections are derived from IHS Global Insight. AAA has been reporting on holiday travel trends for more than two decades.

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Stylish, luxurious, memorable and exclusive – no end of superlatives can do this sophisticated hotel justice. In a spectacular setting on South Sathorn Road, Banyan Tree Bangkok is a true oasis of serenity with an excellent spa. Soaring over the heart of this energetic city, Banyan Tree Bangkok is renowned for its array of fine restaurants. Dining by candlelight at Vertigo – an al fresco rooftop restaurant with wonderful views – is one of the most memorable dining experiences you are ever likely to have, while the Apsara dinner cruise is a beautifully relaxing way to enjoy Thai food and views at night from the river on a restored rice barge. Relax at the swimming pool, work out at the fitness centre or indulge at the Banyan Tree Spa which offers one of the city's most luxurious spa experiences with 16 treatment rooms located high above the bustling streets – perfect for rejuvenating massages. You can also retreat to the cool Saffron Sky Garden, where you can lounge and enjoy drinks at Bangkok's highest outdoor garden. The rooms and suites are chic and ambient, and include some of the largest entry-level rooms in Bangkok. All have king-size or twin beds and views over the city or Chao Phraya River. Horizon Rooms have great views thanks to their elevated location between the 33rd and 49th floors while Serenity Club Rooms are higher and include the added luxury of Club Lounge access, where you can enjoy breakfast and selected refreshments throughout the day. If you're travelling with family or friends, book a One or Two Bedroom Banyan Suite for plenty of space as well as Club Lounge benefits.
Intriguing and unique, the architecture of this city hotel with its bright, contemporary décor is a work of art both inside and out. Combining international expectations with Thai characteristics, the LiT Bangkok makes you feel instantly at home among the hustle and bustle. There's a bar and two restaurants bursting with character and charm. Savour a range of culinary delights from light snacks served with delicious cocktails in the Fiesta Steppe Bar, or head to BCDE for a taste of local and international fine dining. Also known as the Bistro of Creative Drinking & Eating, BCDE prides itself on the ability to transform traditional dishes by adding a creative flare to match the hotel's prominent character. Leisure facilities here include a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, male and female steamrooms, fitness centre and Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Rooms can be found in the LiT Bangkok Hotel and LiT Bangkok Residence. Designed to capture the most light, you can choose from different room sizes, each with unique design features such as the Different Degree Rooms and their unusual layout and style.
Located on a side street just off Sukhumvit Road, the Rembrandt Hotel is a short walk or complimentary tuk-tuk shuttle ride to the main street near Asoke Skytrain station and Sukhumvit Underground (MRT) stations which link to all the main shopping and tourist areas. It's a great base for combining shopping and sightseeing with excellent facilities and stylish surrounds. The modern guest rooms at the hotel are elegantly furnished, with charming city views. There are four restaurants with a variety of cuisine including Mexican and Italian – the award-winning Rang Mahal is a must for delicious Indian food. The cool Lobby Bar serves a fine array of coffee, cocktails and snacks all day with a live piano band in the evenings, and the pool bar is the perfect spot to relax and unwind as you bask in the glorious sunshine. After a morning of sightseeing and shopping, head to the pool for a welcome refreshment from the balmy Bangkok heat and retreat to the new 1826 Mixology & Rooftop Bar for evening cocktails and views of Bangkok's streets below.
This hotel has a sleek, contemporary feel and spellbinding views of the Chao Phraya River. High up on the 26th floor, the rooftop infinity pool offers a breathtaking view of the Bangkok skyline that comes dramatically to life by night. The hotel has an eclectic mix of bars and restaurants. Skyline serves an international buffet and varied à la carte dishes to superb river views, and at SEEN RESTAURANT & BAR there's Portuguese and Brazilian in an indoor-outdoor setting on the 26th floor. PANTRY AT AVANI is open for deli snacks at all hours and for a scenic dinner, go on the Manohra Dining Cruise and see the historical sites on Chao Phraya River. If you prefer to stay active while away, AVANIFIT is a great spot for a quick workout before heading out to explore the vibrant streets, or indulge in a signature massage at AVANISPA. Rooms are understated and chic with panoramic river views. AVANI River View Rooms are a great retreat from the busy streets of Bangkok, while larger AVANI River View Junior Suites have plenty of extra space. Guests staying in non-club rooms can add access to AVANICLUB to their stay for perks like happy hour at The Social Corner and a basket in your room to fill up with snacks from The Pantry.
Hidden in an affluent residential area, U Sathorn Bangkok is a stylish retreat away from the bustle of the city. It's only 15 minutes' walk from Lumphini subway station and yet feels a world away from the centre; it's unlike any other hotel in Bangkok. With just three floors, this is the perfect setting if you prefer the escapism and mod cons of a resort on a more intimate scale. The Library, the hotel's casual dining spot, embodies the younger, playful vibe here with its minimalist bookshelves and giant chess-piece lighting, while the relaxed 'anytime, anywhere' breakfast lets you set the pace in this modern hideout. And the pièce de résistance at U Sathorn has to be J'AIME, a fine French restaurant that is a definite plus for foodies – it's recently been appointed one of Bangkok's first Michelin stars. Enjoy a mouthwatering dish of lightly smoked sea bass or soft-boiled duck egg with pumpkin crème brûlée at one of Bangkok's most celebrated French establishments, or let your taste buds be transported with a decadent five, seven or nine-course tasting menu. The hotel's symmetrical façade is complemented by chic interiors, with a nod to Parisian style. Rooms are cool and light with statement houndstooth-print sofas, and many have balconies which overlook the pool or lush courtyard. If your idea of bliss is a pool day, opt for a Terrace Garden View Room which is set on the ground floor with direct access to the main pool. Guests in Terrace Garden View Rooms also benefit from a complimentary minibar and luxurious BVLGARI toiletries.


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In Arab, Alabama, power of attorney is an arrangement in which one person (the principal) gives another (the attorney-in-fact) the capacity to act on the principal's behalf in specific situations, and under specific conditions. Power of attorney might be authorized for any number of reasons, but it is most frequently set up to allow the attorney-in-fact to make financial and medical decisions on the principal's behalf in the event that the principal becomes incapacitated.
The principal in a power-of-attorney arrangement is the one who decides the scope of the power that the attorney will be able to wield, and the circumstances under which they can wield it. Generally, you can grant the attorney-in-fact as much or as little decision-making power as you'd like. In every case, however, you should only enter a power-of-attorney arrangement with somebody you trust. The nature of the power you should grant depends heavily on the context, and what your wishes are.
For instance, if you have very particular desires for your end-of-life care, but are worried that you won't be able to express your wishes when the time comes, you can grant someone power of attorney in advance, so they'll be able to ensure that your wishes are carried out, if necessary. You should draft an agreement giving the attorney-in-fact power of attorney only in the event that you truly become incapacitated. Presumably, if you are able to make and express your own medical decisions, you'll want to do it yourself.
In Arab, Alabama, you can sometimes find pre-printed forms that let you easily draft a power-of-attorney agreement. However, if your situation is particularly complex, you should probably have a lawyer draft it for you, to ensure that the agreement is enforceable, or that there are no surprises.
Types of Power of Attorney Arrangements in Arab, Alabama
Power of attorney in Arab, Alabama takes 3 main forms. Which one is appropriate for you depends on your distinct case. They are:
1. Limited power of attorney - limited power of attorney gives the attorney-in-fact the power to act on your behalf on a single issue, in a single transaction. For instance, if you are purchasing a house in another state, you may wish to grant limited power of attorney to a friend or relative who lives in that state, so they can sign all of the proper documents on your behalf, so you don't have to incur travel expenses. For obvious reasons, you should only grant this authority to someone you trust. Once the transaction is complete, the power of attorney automatically disappears.
2. Durable power of attorney - this gives the attorney-in-fact much more power than limited power of attorney. It can, in theory, give them unlimited power in a particular area of the principal's affairs. The document should lay out precisely what power the attorney-in-fact will wield. This agreement, when used carefully, can be very useful, authorizing the attorney-in-fact to make important decisions for the principal as long as is necessary, because it does not automatically disappear after a single transaction. Additionally, the principal can revoke the power of attorney at any time.
3. Springing power of attorney - this is close to durable power of attorney, but the power is conditional. That is, it does not take effect unless some particular event takes place. This event can be anything. Most frequently, however, the agreement permits the attorney-in-fact to make important medical and financial decisions for the principal, only in the event that the principal becomes incapacitated. However, there are sometimes disagreements over whether or not a person is truly "incapacitated" to the point that the power of attorney has been triggered. This can lead to a court of law having to determine the issue.
Can a Arab, Alabama Lawyer Help?
Because there are sometimes confusing issues involved in setting up power of attorney in Arab, Alabama, you should consult with a lawyer beforehand. You can tell the lawyer all of the relevant details about your specific situation, and your goals, and he or she will be able to advise you on the best course of action.


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Prayer… Dionne Warwick's song from 1967 is a lovely way to start the morning. When my husband would be away on business before he retired, I loved listening to this song: "The moment I wake up Before I put on my makeup I say a little prayer for you While combing my hair, now, And… Read More »
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Prayer Disciplines If you were at Cornerstone Church this summer, you know our sermon series focused on prayer. Prayer is something we are told by God to do without ceasing, and it is something we can do all the time as we go about our day. We can converse with God about anything anytime, no… Read More »
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Prayer Resources Over the years, there have been several resources that have been very helpful to me in learning about prayer and developing the habit of actually doing it. I share them in hopes that they will bless your prayer life too. First, I'll share several books and then, I'll tell you about a prayer… Read More »
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"You gotta have heart, all you really need is heart…" The lyric from the famous song featured in the 1955 musical, "Damn Yankees" teaches us something about finding the Lord. In the play, a baseball fanatic sells his soul to the Devil for a chance to lead his baseball team, the Washington Senators, to victory… Read More »
Kindness Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Colossians 3:12 When my daughter was young and in her early years of school, I would meet with her teachers for parent conferences. When asked if I had questions, I would always ask whether Juliette was… Read More »


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What is Lent?
Lent is our time of preparation. A 40-day journey of prayer, fasting and almsgiving, Lent is a journey that spans Ash Wednesday through Holy Week, culminating in the great celebration of Easter. As Catholics, the spiritual pillars of prayer, fasting and almsgiving guide us in daily reflection on our own lives as we strive to deepen our relationship with God and neighbor—no matter where in the world that neighbor may live.
What should I give up for Lent?
The Catechism invites Catholics to abstain from meat during the Fridays in Lent. Preparing meatless meals—like the ones we collect from countries around the world—is a great Lenten activity for families, offering an experience of global solidarity without ever needing to leave the kitchen! In addition to meatless Fridays, Catholics are also invited to offer daily sacrifices. By giving up little things—coffee, candies and more—we make room for God to act in our lives in new ways, and have the opportunity to give the money we save to those most in need.
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Our almsgiving has the power to transform the world. During Lent, CRS Rice Bowl invites you to reflect on some of the lives that are changed through Lenten almsgiving. Read stories of hope from Vietnam, Kenya, and Honduras—and be sure to reflect with your family using our Lenten family resources.
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Henry More (12 October 1614 – 1 September 1687) was an English philosopher of the Cambridge Platonist school.
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- True religion, sprung from God above,
Is, like her fountain, full of charity,
Embracing all things with a tender love,
Full of good will and meek expectancy,
Full of true justice and sure verity,
In heart and voice; free, large, even infinite,
Not wedged in straight peculiarity,
But grasping all in her vast active spright:
Bright lamp of God! that men would joy in thy pure light!
- The Immortality of the Soul (1662), Book 2, Canto 3
- Tell mankind Jehovah reigns;
He shall bind the world in chains,
So as it shall never slide,
And with sacred justice guide.
Let the smiling heavens rejoice,
Joyful earth exalt her voice;
Let the dancing billows roar,
Echoes answer from the shore,
Fields their flowery mantles shake;
All shall in their joy partake;
While the wood-musicians sing
To the ever-youthful spring.
Fill His courts with sacred mirth;
Lo! He comes to judge the earth:
Justly He the world shall sway,
And His truth to men display.
- "A Hymn of Praise" (1668)
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Written by Brad Kauffman, M.A., B.A. Strategic Psychotherapist and Jess Kauffman M.A., B.A. Strategic Psychotherapist
As humans, typically, we desire to be the best version of ourselves. In other words, there is a powerful longing to be aligned with our truest self. When we set a resolution, we establish a reference point based on personal aspirations; a type of blueprint that offers concise, well-defined imagery in our mind's eye. To then create the resolution, means for us to put the idea(s) into tangible action. Together, this pairing (definition + action) helps us to navigate both the what and the how. Breaking this down into parts is helpful for understanding how resolutions play out:
Value + Purpose + Worth
We need to value our resolution, see its purpose, and know its worth is beyond any immediate gratification. Our most fulfilling resolutions often require a delayed gratification strategy. Therefore, we must first break our conditioned, instant fulfillment approach. The most effective way to break this cycle/pattern is through well-defined, specific goals, rooted at the visceral level – to want it so bad we can taste it, so to speak.
Allow the resolution to be the most passionate, sought-after "yes" in life. The focus isn't so much on what we are "giving up" or not doing; it remains fixated rather on what we ARE doing… what we are gaining, what we are moving towards.
See it, taste it, feel it. We need to be able to envision ourselves having achieved what we want at the depth of sensory input, as though we already have it and are experiencing it. If we want to lose weight for example, we have to move beyond the scale and imagine the way we'll feel in that size of pants we haven't been able to fit into for years. We focus on accessing the depth/quality of the experience and the rich value that it possesses. We meditate on our sense of confidence, on our radiance, on rocking it.
Identify the moments of choice, and leverage the discomfort that ensues when our immediate impulses run into our deeper aspirations. This point of internal conflict is the best tool we can use to help us recognize those critical moments of choice.
"Does this move me closer to my goal or further away?" This is the question every action or decision hinges upon.
Break it down
Once the resolution becomes a specific, well-defined goal, reverse engineer it. Break the goal down into projects, and then break the projects down into specific actions. Each manageable action leads to completing a project, each project leads to accomplishing the overall goal.
It's not a race. Recognize the limits of time and energy, as we stay individually focused on what is reasonable and realistic, and pace accordingly.


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The New Middle Ages
The Middle Ages, or Dark Ages as they are sometimes called, were an over a thousand years historical period between the 5th and 15th centuries. Although the history of these ten centuries is varied and diverse, medieval times are characterized as times of ignorance and superstition, where religious fanaticism took fully political, judiciary and social control and the word of religious authorities was placed over personal experience, science and rational activity. The pace of evolution of society, art and all sciences was particularly stagnant during the Middle Ages in comparison to any other time in human history.
Religious dogma on many occasions overcame scientific data, simple observation, and even simple intuitive knowledge. Anecdotes abound, sounding insane, nonetheless mostly based on real events. Throwing a suspected witch into a river or the sea tied and bound in a package. If she floats regardless, it is proof she is a witch. And if she doesn't? So sorry! Burning of books, whole libraries, destruction of works of art that offended the church fanatics, torturing of individuals until they confess and repent and more, were common occurrences. The population became terrified, subdued with every visible expression careful and politically correct lest one is denounced and subjected to a rabid, hateful chicken pecking party where mobs attacked alleged apostates, heretics and pariahs. Being burned, ostracized, excommunicated and at a minimum, socially destroyed, was the fate of anyone daring to voice anything outside official dogma. Galileo Galilei, recognized as "the father of modern science", was a pious Roman Catholic and even considered entering the priesthood. He was judged for heresy and imprisoned for life as well as being forced to recant on his publications and beliefs. All because he said the earth was round, not flat, and it revolved around the sun! Both facts observed and known for thousands of years by the Phoenicians and the ancient Greeks, purely by observing simple and indisputable natural phenomena such as the masts of a ship gradually appearing on the horizon.
A new version of the Middle Ages have begun. Things move faster nowadays, so they will not last 1000 years. But their destructiveness towards the human spirit, the fabric of society, human relations, art and science will be devastating.
The new religious fanaticism bringing forth the new Dark Ages is New Age activism, with all it's associated appendages, sects and sub sects such as ultra feminism, the MeToo and Non Binary movements.
Like the Catholic Church, they are gaining more and more political power, pushing legislation, intimidating anyone daring to speak against them, but also intimidating anyone who just wants to be silent and uninvolved into supporting them, under the doctrine: "If you are not with us and declare it, you are against us and we shall destroy you". Companies, politicians, celebrities, artists, businessmen, are all coerced to humiliate themselves and apologize profusely and publicly for any perceived offense. They coerce airlines into adding non-binary as a gender option on check in, as if it is a significant percentage of the population, finding discrimination in everything and obligating businesses to have multiple toilets to cater for all the poor, victimized minorities. They are even attacking Peppa Pig, a cartoon for preschool kids that used the word "fireman" instead of "firefighter" in a cartoon!
Like the Catholic Church, they are destroying all legal rights by considering someone "Guilty until proven innocent" instead of the opposite, where any unfounded allegation creates such a fury and condemnation and loses people their jobs, their reputations, their livelihood and ostracizes them, subjecting them to social media public stonings.
Like the Catholic Church, they disregard scientific data, facts, history and simple, intuitive life experience.
They say gender is non binary, disregarding the scientific fact that it is the most binary thing in the world: If you have two X chromosomes you are a female, and if you have an X and a Y, you are male. This case of trying to confuse identity with biology and reducing gender to a fashion item that can be changing constantly is beyond any logic. They demand equal pay for female athletes and group sports such as football, when male records and performance is 10-12% higher than female in all sports due to hormones and a bigger body size. Women's world records are often overtaken up to 15,000 times statistically in the same year by men and boys!. If women were competing equally with men in the Olympics, almost no woman would qualify!. And these are official facts. And equal pay is about economics, how many people watch. If a women's match has more attendance, they should be paid more than the men. It is not about gender discrimination, it is about economics! Men and women are different, purely on genetic and hormonal factors. It is a scientific fact, the degree to which testosterone and other hormonal levels affect athletic performance, that is why they are illegal!
Like the Catholic Church they destroy all art that offends them in some way. Classic paintings are taken down and hidden, masterpieces by Monet, Matisse and others are renamed from "Portrait of a black woman" to "Portrait of Madeleine", because the word black offends. Artist's whole exhibitions are taken down because of some allegation against the artist, Woody Allen's movies are shunned, Amazon recently refused to air his new movies and he is being ostracized because of unproven allegations that he has been cleared of twenty years ago, Einstein is stigmatized as racist for writing that the Chinese are dirty and backward during his travels decades ago! Laura Ingalls Wilder's name (the writer of "Little House on the prairie") was removed from the American Library Association's children's book award because she was racist towards the Indians, saying they were savage etc! The books refer to her childhood's memories after the civil war, in the 19th century for god's sake!
Like the Catholic Church in the Middle Ages they have no limits to their demands for orthodoxy; it is not enough to have full legal and social gender and race equality, but actors are persecuted on the basis of
"Colourism", where black actors are deemed not black enough for a role (like Will Smith being deemed not dark enough to play Richard Williams, the father of the tennis prodigies, and Halle Berry too light skinned to play his girlfriend), actors are attacked for playing gay people if they are not actually gay, actors are trolled mercilessly for playing disabled people if they are not disabled themselves, because they deprive people with disabilities of jobs! As if acting is not the art of getting into the skin of someone you are not! Is it an offense then to serial killers if an actor plays one without being one? Have we lost all logic?
And same as Medieval times, they create fanaticism and rage in their followers and obedience in everyone else, lest they be the next victim of the enraged mobs. They are currently taking down Joe Biden, the presidential candidate, because he encouragingly kissed a young, black, female politician in the back of the head five years ago! He is being coerced into apologizing for something that he feels no guilt about. CONFESS and REPENT and you may be allowed to survive.
Like in the Middle Ages, the fanatics rage and persecute in the name of goodness and morality, and their personal extreme morality must be embraced with force be everyone, to save our mortal souls.
And last but not least, they obliterate humor since any kind of humor may offend somebody. Justin Bieber has had to apologize for his post on April Fool's Day about his wife's pregnancy because it was offensive and disrespectful to all those people who cannot have children! The Oscars could not find any presenter willing to risk their careers either by being totally boring or by risking being humorous and offending some class of person. Stand up comedians see their careers destroyed about comedy they did decades ago!
After the Dark Ages, the Renaissance (rebirth) came, allowing people to return to the freer exploration of beliefs, science, society and arts. The period was known as the Enlightenment period. People returned to forgotten, freer, less absolute and fanatic beliefs, and continued to evolve them until today. In this period human rights, freedom of speech, public education, public health, social care and unbelievable scientific advances and improvements of quality of life and the doubling of life expectancy developed.
Enlightenment today is that the history of humanity is an amazing feat of evolution and achievement. That human beings belong to two sexes working together for the survival and well being of the species as a whole, and not a story of oppressive, toxic patriarchy. That we are equal, but not the same. We are complementary. That if thousands of years of male domination were a bad thing, then we shouldn't exchange it for female domination and revenge, but we should be working together, no one above the other, each one exploring their particular capabilities for common advancement. Men are somebody's brothers, uncles, cousins, fathers and grandfathers and women are somebody's mothers, sisters, aunts and grandmothers. It is love, peace and collaboration that brings progress and not enraged, fanatic mobs trying to control everything by rabid intimidation. It is also the acknowledgment that everything wants to be 'one with', and we should move towards uniting rather than separating, towards greatness rather than endless victim hood.
Resist entering the Middle Ages! Make Love, not War!


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The preamble to this review series is here. Roger, J., Saint-Ange, F., Lajeunesse, P., Duchesne, M.J., and St-Onge, G., 2013, Late Quaternary glacial history and meltwater discharges along the Northeastern Newfoundland shelf. Canadian Journal of Earth Sciences, v. 50, p. … Continue reading


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Claiming effective defeat of the Islamic State (ISIS) terror group, U.S. President Donald Trump announced Wednesday, Dec. 19, the withdrawal of all 2,000 U.S. military personnel from the war-torn Middle Eastern country of Syria. The Pentagon has begun arrangements for the action, which is to take place over a 60 to 100-day period, according to an American official who spoke with Reuters.
Christian Whiton, a senior researcher of Strategy and Public Diplomacy at the Center for the National Interest, and a senior adviser to the State Department during the administration of George W. Bush, wrote in an article published on Fox News that Trump had delivered on his promises to achieve victory over ISIS, as well as not to get the U.S. involved in "nation-building."
"Trump campaigned for the White House on an unambiguous pledge to crush ISIS. Just one week into his presidency he ordered the Pentagon to develop a plan to "demolish and destroy" the group. Then U.S. and allied forces did just that," Whiton wrote.
He commended the leadership of retired Marine Gen. James Mattis, who until recently served as the Trump administration's secretary of defense, as being "pivotal" to the U.S. operations.
"Our militaries obliterated a jihadist force that sprung out of the vacuum of the Syrian civil war and once grew so large as to approach the outskirts of Baghdad in neighboring Iraq."
In a Dec. 19 tweet explaining his reasons for the withdrawal, Trump said that the remaining problems in Syria were the responsibility of regional powers like Russia and Iran, which he called the "local enemies of ISIS."
"We were doing there [sic] work," Trump tweeted. "Time to come home & rebuild."
"Does the USA want to be the Policeman of the Middle East, getting NOTHING but spending precious lives and trillions of dollars protecting others who, in almost all cases, do not appreciate what we are doing? Do we want to be there forever? Time for others to finally fight….." Trump wrote in a separate tweet.
Critics of the planned withdrawal say that while ISIS has suffered superficial defeats, it still has thousands of members who could pose a threat if they regrouped. Trump has also planned troops reductions in current U.S. deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., tweeted: "Withdrawal of this small American force in Syria would be a huge Obama-like mistake."
On Dec. 20, Gen. Mattis tendered his resignation as Secretary of Defense, saying that the president needed a secretary of defense whose views were better-aligned with his own.
According to Whiton, however, the United States has more pressing concerns than solving problems in the Middle East. "By slowly moving away from fighting in backwaters stretching from Afghanistan to Libya, [Trump] can refocus more of our military power on America's chief threat in the world: China."
"Trump, like the public, knows instinctively that our biggest challenge lies across the Pacific," Whiton wrote.
The Syrian civil war started in 2012 following the Arab Spring democracy movements. Since then, rebels have battled with government troops loyal to authoritarian president Bashar al-Assad in a back-and-forth conflict seeing intervention by multiple countries apart from the U.S., including Russia, Israel, and Turkey.
Due to the war, most of Syria is impoverished. Its largest remaining economic partner is China, which places great strategic importance on the Middle East for its growing energy needs.
According to Whiton, the United States should use "statecraft" to minimize Assad's war crimes. "We should strike him again if he crosses red lines over the use of chemical weapons or threatening our Middle East allies politically or militarily, but also create an avenue for postwar reconstruction for him that does not necessarily run through Moscow or Tehran."
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Chapter 2610 Leaving (4)
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Yun Yanli's reaction had clearly shown that he genuinely cared for the young palace master. He did not want to see her die at the very least. He took a quick look at Di Fuyi, and they seemed to have reached a mutual understanding without any exchange of words.
The two of them were both very smart men. Naturally, they understood each other's positions.Yun Yanli let out a long sigh but was finally ready to compromise. "I can take you there, but you must promise me something in return."
"State your request."
"When you finally find Zhu Duqing, allow me to join the fight."
"Are you sure that you are giving yourself a reason to die?"
There would certainly be an earth-shattering battle between Di Fuyi and Zhu Duqing. It would certainly be unsafe for any ordinary people to join.Without an arm, Yun Yanli would be a handicapped fighter. His involvement would spell his inevitable death.
He pinched his lips into a thin line and took a few swings with his left arm. "I did not tell you that I am actually left-handed. I am better at wielding my sword with my left hand. If you do not believe me, we can have a quick spar right now."
Di Fuyi was reluctant to fight him. The only thing he wanted now was to return to heaven as soon as he could, so he agreed to the condition.
Yun Yanli seemed relieved. "Great. This time, I am coming with you."
"Master, I shall go with you!"
"Master, I, too, shall go with you!"
Feng Ruhuo and her men all volunteered themselves to follow Di Fuyi and assist him in the final battle with the black bamboo man. However, Di Fuyi refused their requests.
These guardians were natives from the Shura World, specifically the Devil Kingdom. They would not be able to adapt to the living conditions in heaven as the celestial aura could possibly be lethal to them.
Besides, Feng Ruhuo dared not go against his commands, so she gave the rest of the guardians a quick, helpless look before retreating.
"Don't forget me! I have had enough of this lousy place. Master, take me with you," Kun Xueyi firmly said while stepping forward with Di Hao in his hand. Di Hao was also taking Xie Zhi with him.
Since the gentlemen had reached an agreement, Feng Ruhuo quickly set the young palace master free by unblocking her acupuncture points. The hostage was no longer needed.
"Ming Die, I am no longer your master. You need not follow me around anymore." Yun Yanli had to make it clear to her once and for all. Unfortunately for her, he was never attracted to the young palace master. She was merely a tool in his plan.
She had always been a loyal companion to him. As time went by, their friendship was slowly built. But friendship was all that he had for her. Moreover, he had failed his mission and no longer had the desire to conquer the world. Hence, he could not fulfill his promise to make her the future Celestial Concubine. It would be better to set her free, he thought.
The young palace master's face grew pale. She knew how serious Yun Yanli was whenever he made a statement. Although she was unhappy with his decision, she did not refute it. Helplessly, she watched as Yun Yanli performed a spell and opened up a passage to heaven. Slowly, his figure faded in the light until he finally disappeared entirely. The young palace master simply looked down in disappointment with her fists clenched.
"Don't you want to follow them?" Feng Ruhuo approached her and asked.
"He did not let me."
"Silly, how can you give up just because of what he said? This is not the right way to pursue a man. You need to pursue the man tirelessly. It is easy for a woman to attract the heart of a man." Feng Ruhuo said in a comforting manner while playing the role of an elder sister.
"No buts! I just need to know if you want to go after him or not!"
"I want to, but I do not have enough power to open up the passage."
"It does not matter, as long as you know the way, we can do the rest," Feng Ruhuo continued to persuade her.
"Hmm… It seems that you are the one who wants to go along!" The young palace master finally realized her intention.
"Smart! We are not doing it solely for you. So, are you in?"
The young palace master took some time to think about the proposition. "Yes!" She finally said.
Feng Ruhuo was happy with her answer. "Great! We'd better start now. Let's begin."
The young palace master shook her head. "Not now, we need some specific things to activate the passage. I need to collect the materials. Meet me here in ten days."
As long as they were able to leave the place, the guardians were willing to see out the ten days.


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Of the three Rs drilled into our heads in school—reduce, reuse, recycle—recycling is the only one that most of us regularly practise. In 2011, according to a survey by Stewardship Ontario, three-quarters of Ontarians considered the weekly act of sorting and disposing as their "primary environmental effort."
But as much as Canadians love the blue box, "its role in [our] hearts and minds…is much larger than its actual environmental impact," wrote Dianne Saxe, Ontario's environmental commissioner, in a report last October. In fact, recycling is one of the least environmentally friendly "environmental" things one can do.


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Expectations are running high for Nokia's Lumia range, and it hopes the buzz at its London event will be replicated in the Australian consumer market.
With the Windows Phone 7-based smartphones in tow, the vendor hopes to gain prominence in the market, which is predominantly Apple and Android dominated.
The Nokia Lumia 800 and 710 aim to woo customers with a stylish design, robust social and Internet experience, and imaging capabilities.
The Lumia range is slated to launch next month in Europe, later this year in Asia and other regions, and United States in 2012. Details on an Australian release and pricing are yet to be announced.
"We believe the phones will provide a compelling alternative for Aussie consumers and we look forward to bringing them to market," a Nokia Australia spokesperson said. "Each country operates differently and as such we are taking a phased approach to the roll out of our first Nokia with Windows Phone 7 range.
"In Australia and New Zealand, we have been working closely with our partners to bring these exciting new products to customers in this region, and we'll share further information as and when it becomes available."
The challenge for Nokia, in addition to competition from Apple and Android-based handsets, it will have to contend with existing Windows Phone 7-based handsets that have been on the market since the launch of Microsoft's mobile platform in late 2010.
"We believe we have delivered the best consumer experience based on Mango of any of our rivals, including differentiation in design, familiar Nokia elements like imaging capabilities and some new signature experiences," the spokesperson said.
"While we will have some differentiated experiences in future Windows Phone iterations as per our agreement, we will balance this with the need to maintain timely software development cycles and our ambition to jointly contribute to the Windows Phone ecosystem."
The other issue that Nokia will have to contend with is its own Nokia N9 smartphone, which was launched just ahead of Nokia World event in London, and sports an exterior design similar to the Lumia but runs on Nokia's own MeeGo "Harmattan" mobile operating system.
Nokia states that the N9 was leading the high end push into many of its key markets, including Australia.
"Based on early pre-orders and the positive reception to the Nokia N9, we foresee it selling well and we expect we will be providing software support, including maintenance and care services until at least 2015," the spokesperson said.


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In feedback to the growing need for plus size clothing choices, brand-new retail stores are turning up that offer extended sizes and existing brand names are expanding their clothing lines to accommodate for this need in the market. The home items market is not as quick to adjust to these demands, however there are some living options available that make life a little more comfortable consisting of bedding sets, towels, and more. Here are a few of the home décor essentials to search for to make best use of the quality of plus size living.
One of the warmest things that you can get to keep you warm at night is a down comforter. Birds have years of experience keeping warm during the coldest times of the year. Their feathers can likewise keep you very warm in the form of down comforters. Goose down is the product that is most extensively utilized today in bedding and coats. There are a number of things that you will take a look at before making your purchase. A few of these include the fill score, the thread matter, and the materials utilized.
No doubt, silk bedding sets provide a variety of health advantages but at the same time, they give a sophisticated look to your bedroom space. They are readily available in a range of designs, themes, patterns and colors to add a charm to the whole bed area. A bewitching ambience is definitely going to make a person feel elated. This will enable him/her to sleep in full convenience.
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The preferred comforter for heat for those who sustain long winters is the natural down comforter. Down is gathered from the underbelly of ducks and geese and is exactly what is used in the comforters. The ability of the filaments gathered to loft is exactly what provides the heat that we receive from these comforters.
You are likewise going to want to make sure that you are looking thoroughly for a business that you can trust as well. The last thing you want to do is to end up thinking you have actually discovered the perfect bedroom luxury bath sheets sets, just to discover that the company was less than enjoyable to deal with. Sticking with a business you can trust is certainly worth it.
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A patterned duvet set is a have to have for any bedroom, not only exist numerous options for colors to fit any design however adequate structures for each taste. Find your perfect duvet set to finish your perfect house. Until then, you can try any variety of various designs and patterns for your duvet set.
Do you wish to feel the very best convenience prior to you draw yourself to rest? Or you are desiring for something soft to touch for your body to feel actually comforted after a long tiring day type school or work? Aside from the bed mattress, you likewise need to offer yourself the right beddings to assist you rest better. Comforters are significantly needed to any beds, they are not only to add convenience to your tired back when you lay down, however you can likewise utilize them as blankets throughout the coldest nights.
There is no longer any have to fight over the quilt with your partner as you have the alternative to buy a duvet that is one size larger than that of your bed thanks to this comprehensive selection. As an example if you have a double bed, buying a king size duvet will lead to you both being able to have a comfy and serene night's sleep without regularly drawing and pulling to get a fair share.
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The softness and heat of the duvets rely on the tog rating and its filling. Duvets feature different sort of fillings. Duvets which have natural filling are soft, light and comfortable. Goose feather and down duvet, Duck feather and down duvet, duck down duvet and Hungarian Goose down duvets are some of the examples of the natural filling. One good point about natural fibers is that they not only allow the skin to breathe however are extremely resistant and lasts longer than the artificial fillings.
You can likewise get bed comforter sets. Take sufficient time to identify together, take a look at all of the quilts, luxury bath sheets, comforters and many others. The alternatives are limitless. The following are basic tips to assist you in selecting how to utilize your ornamental bedding devices to the fullest.
Resting is cause for a great deal of problem for individuals who live in colder nations. If you live in the Philippines or Singapore, nations with generally milder climates, sleeping is as easy as lying down on the bed and pulling a single thin blanket up to your chest. Canadians and Alaskans wish it were that easy, though. This is the reason a great deal of Asians have actually never even heard of words "duvet". If you live in a country that gets a considerable quantity of snowfall during winter, sleeping is impossible without a duvet. That is a truth.
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The fill power indicates exactly how fluffy the down comforter will be. A fill power of 500 or even more is considered high quality product and indicates that the clusters of the down are huge and strong. A high fill power will seem like you are laying on a big fluffy cloud.
Goose down comforters created the best insulation due to the fact that the products, unlike synthetic products, have the capability to "breathe", which allows the air to flow in. With synthetic products the fibers bunch up, which avoids the air from making it through the material. This provides you the feeling of stuffiness while you are sleeping and can trigger your body to sweat. When the body sweats throughout sleep, you are enhancing your dangers of developing ac old. Moreover, over time polyester will weaken, this indicates that the comforter will just stand up to make use of for about two to three years, before its time to get a new one. With a goose down comforter you can be using your comfy and soft comforter for more than 20 years.
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You can discover from a pool of collections offered on the online shopping sites. And they provide great price cuts! That makes it irresistible, making an excellent purchasing choice. You can get whatever design, color, material and size you desire without making any effort of taking a trip. Talking about material, there are numerous types of bedroom linens offered in the market. From silk to cotton and satin to flannel, you'll get the best of all.
The very best quality bedding ought to be purchased a specialized linen store. It is very important to search around for your luxury bed linens so that you get precisely what you desire. Much like anything else, luxury bed linens can be found in hundreds of various options. You will need to decide exactly what thread count you desire, along with the size and color that will accommodate your needs.
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While alot of consumers purchase sheets that appear good, take a look at the thread matter before making a purchase. There is a heightened opportunity that the sheets will be examined to a bigger increment for use by being stretched and drawn by you and the bed. Utilizing a lower thread matter raises the possibility that the sheets may break too quickly. Acquiring lower quality linens will trigger you to have to keep spending cash on replacement linens over the long run. Although you might venture as little as 80 for your linen thread matter, my recommedation is that 400 should be the minimum.
Some might decide to look online when looking for their designer options. This might offer you more alternatives to decide exactly what is best going to match your needs and desires and will offer you merchants to look at likewise. If you have to get your item in quick, you might decide to acquire in your area. Nevertheless, an assortment of online locations will deliver next day.
If you need a face-lift, you could consider trying a few of the lots of choices readily available for luxury bath sheets. From designer looks to specialized items, you are sure to discover exactly what you are looking for swiftly and easily. Many web sites are readily available online and there are lots of other choices in retailers also.
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Option down comforters are make from a synthetic product that is quick becoming as great if not better than the goose or duck feather down to keeping you warm at night with out the allergic reactions. These synthetic materials are as breathable as the goose or duck down. In many cases you will discover that the alternative down comforter is loadeded with polyester and while this could not sound appealing in the beginning polyester is a really versatile product and can be spun to a really reassuring softness.
Bedding sets are also helpful for embellishing children room and for that reason you can buy something just like decorate your children room. You can watch out for some good colors for your children that can assist them to feel better. If you are internet savvy you can constantly watch out for pink Mossy Oak bedding that you can buy for your children bedroom remodelling and improving general decor.
When searching for bedding, specifically down comforters, you could get overwhelmed by the wide range of alternatives you have. Different colors, fabrics and brand names can make selecting the right bedding for you a little tough. Nevertheless, the quality of bedding you pick can help you rest better, and last longer. Keep reading to read more on ways to get the ideal comforter for you.
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Try looking at discount rate designer luxury bath sheets for your house. There are a variety of different areas you could be able to discover it. When you see the word discount rate, it does not imply that the item is made of inferior products. Most of the times, the bedding is of an excellent quality and has actually been minimized in rate because the pattern or color could longer be available or is being changed. This makes them really inexpensive.
Popular satin functions two unique sides, the dull and the shiny surface area. Sewers must be certain to combine garments on the appropriate side so as to show the special radiance and gloss. Although satin made use of to be developed totally of silk, it is nowadays produced with acetate, polyester, and nylon among others. These fabrics offer an economical means to obtain the shiny texture satin provides.


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J. W. Barton, Jr., et al., Plaintiffs-appellants, v. Robert Bergland, Secretary of Agriculture, Defendant-appellee, 579 F.2d 1009 (6th Cir. 1978)Annotate this Case
Kent Masterson Brown, Lexington, Ky., for plaintiffs-appellants.
Patrick H. Molloy, U. S. Atty., John A. West, Asst. U. S. Atty., Lexington, Ky., Edward M. Silverstein, Marketing Div., U. S. Dept. of Agriculture, Washington, D. C., for defendant-appellee.
Before PHILLIPS, Chief Judge, and PECK and KEITH, Circuit Judges.
This is an appeal from an order of the district court granting summary judgment to the Secretary of Agriculture and dismissing the complaint on the merits. Appellants brought this action for declarative and injunctive relief to compel the Secretary to suspend enforcement of certain provisions of the Official Standard Grades for Burley Tobacco (U.S. Type 31), 7 C.F.R. §§ 29.3001-29.3182 (1977), which require that burley tobacco sold at auction be tied into "hands"1 if it is to be graded by tobacco graders of the Grading Service of the U.S.D.A. Agricultural Marketing Service. Appellants contend that these regulations promulgated by the Secretary pursuant to the Tobacco Inspection Act of 1935, 7 U.S.C. §§ 511 Et seq., violate the purpose of the Act, are an unconstitutional usurpation by the Secretary of powers delegated to Congress by Article I of the Constitution, and violate appellants' due process rights under the Fifth Amendment. Burley tobacco which is not tied into hands, but is sold in "looseleaf" form, is not graded. 7 C.F.R. §§ 29.3050, 29.3126 (1977). The parties agree that tobacco which does not have an official standard grade is not eligible to receive price support.2
We conclude that Congress has by 7 U.S.C. § 511 delegated to the Secretary of Agriculture discretionary authority to set standards for the inspection of tobacco, See Currin v. Wallace, 306 U.S. 1, 59 S. Ct. 379, 83 L. Ed. 441 (1939); Greer v. Cline, 148 F.2d 380 (6th Cir. 1945), and the Secretary has exercised his discretion in deciding that burley U.S. No. 31 tobacco shall be graded only if marketed in tied hands. Appellants' constitutional challenges to the Secretary's regulations are without merit.
We note that the regulations enacting the challenged grading standard have been in effect since 1959, and that similar regulations are in effect requiring tobacco graders to grade certain other types of tobacco only if they are marketed in tied hands.3 We also note that the Secretary is now consulting pursuant to 7 U.S.C. § 511m with the Council for Burley Tobacco, which includes representatives of the Burley Tobacco Growers Cooperative Association, to determine the advisability of permitting looseleaf burley to receive official standard grades which would, in turn, make it eligible for the price support program. It appears that appellants sought to have the district court order the Secretary to amend or suspend enforcement of his regulations without regard to the administrative procedure currently being utilized by the Secretary to determine the propriety of just this result. Under these circumstances the district court properly declined to impose upon the Secretary its own notion of what would be correct procedures and appropriate regulations to follow. See Vermont Yankee Nuclear Power Corp. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, --- U.S. ----, 98 S. Ct. 1197, 55 L. Ed. 2d 460 (1978).
The judgment of the district court is AFFIRMED.
"A tied hand of burley tobacco consists of about 60-70 leaves (or about what can be held in one hand as the farmer 'strips' the tobacco leaves from the stalk.) The hand of tobacco is then tied with a tie leaf of tobacco and placed on a stick with other hands of tobacco. . . . Looseleaf tobacco . . . refers to tobacco which is brought to market either 'sheeted' or 'baled.' Sheeted tobacco refers to tobacco brought to market . . . in a burlap sack. Baled tobacco refers to tobacco brought to market in a tied bale." Appellee's Br. at 7-8 n.6
Both parties support this proposition with a citation to "The Agricultural Adjustment Act of 1935, 7 U.S.C. § 1421." Appellants' Br. at 4, 7; Appellee's Br. at 8. However, it is the Agricultural Act of 1949 which is codified at 7 U.S.C. §§ 1421-1449. Appellee's Br. at 13, A-3. This Act does not appear on its face to restrict price support for burley tobacco to burley tobacco which is sold in tied hands
E. g., Maryland Broadleaf tobacco (U.S. Type 32), 7 C.F.R. §§ 29.3287, 29.3353; Dark Air Cured tobacco (U.S. Types 35, 36 and 37), 7 C.F.R. §§ 29.3541, 29.3625. See Appendix at 349


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We selected the best electric wine opener by looking at a range of factors such as battery life, portability, accessories, price, and design. The main purpose of an electric wine opener is that you can easily open multiple bottles of wine between charges (all our picks are rechargeable), and in many cases is also travel-friendly, making it a great wine and bar accessory. Because of this, we selected the Oster Cordless Electric Wine Bottle Opener as our Top Pick and best electric wine opener.
In addition to working with synthetic and natural corks, this budget-friendly option can open up to 30 bottles of wine on a single charge, and comes with a foil cutter on the charging base. The comfort grip and one-touch button make it easy to open wine with minimal effort on your part. It belongs next to the best wine fridge.
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#1 Oster Cordless Electric Wine Bottle Opener – Top PickWHY WE LIKE IT: A cordless mobile-friendly electric wine bottle opener that can open up to 30 bottles on a single charge. Works with synthetic and natural corks features a comfortable natural grip handle and features a built-in foil cutter.
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This electric wine opener comes with a charging base to charge its rechargeable battery that features a foil cutter and power indicator light. The small size makes it perfect to take with you for picnics or events. You'll like that this opener is easy for even the most gadget-averse to use, again making it the top pick for the best electric wine openers. The best home brewing kit is another great alcohol related gift.
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- Battery charger can be inconsistent
- Wine may uncork slowly
If you want a quick-acting but quiet wine opener, you can't go wrong with the Secura Electric Wine Opener. With the promise that this compact machine won't make noise about 40 decibels and will uncork bottles in six seconds. You'll love that this rechargeable wine opener comes with a compact charging base to minimize its footprint while the sleek built-in blue LED light creates a beautiful statement piece on your countertop.
Best of all, you can uncork as many as 30 bottles of wine on a single charge. The electric wine opener comes with a foil cutter and is perfect for use at home, in a restaurant, or on the go. Plus the simplified controls make this an easy product for anyone to use.
#3 Ozeri Electric Wine Opener with Removable Foil Cutter Wine Opener – Best Compact DesignWHY WE LIKE IT: A simple and straightforward electric wine opener that's available in three colorways and comes standard with a foil cutter. Open up to 40 bottles of wine on a single charge with this travel-friendly wine opener. It's almost as good as when the Virtual Bartender Is Your Personal Server.
- Foil cutter included
- Open up to 40 bottles of wine on a single charge
- Available in three colors
- May experience premature product fatigue
Not everyone needs an electric wine opener with all the bells and whistles. In that case, this streamlined and compact electric wine opener from Ozeri is the perfect choice. It comes with a built-in foil cutter to get you started with opening that bottle of wine. Plus, its rechargeable batteries last long and you'll like that you can open as many as 40 bottles of wine on a single charge.
What sets this option apart from the others on our list is that it's the only one that offers multiple color choices. And that means that you can pick a color — red, silver, or black — that best suits your design style. Its visual design also beats other electric wine bottle openers as it illuminates with a blue light when in use or charging (like the Wine Enthusiast), and has a transparent shell, so when you open bottles you can actually see the whole process as you remove the cork. Just make sure its rechargeable battery is full, and on that one charge, you're set for the next 40 bottles.
#4 Vremi Electric Wine Opener Set – Best for BeginnersWHY WE LIKE IT: Newbies to the wine scene will appreciate that this modestly priced electric wine opener comes with a foil cutter and a pourer. Open up to 30 bottles of wine on a single charge and enjoy a compact design for shelf or cupboard storage.
- Simple & easy to use design
- Open up to 30 bottles of wine
- Foil cutter and pourer included
- Charging can be inconsistent
- Vacuum feature can be inconsistent
Let's face it, wine can be intimidating. Between learning how to pick the perfect wine and how to properly taste it, it's easy to be overwhelmed. If you're just getting into the wine scene, you'll appreciate the Vremi Electric Wine Opener because it comes with a wine pourer and foil cutter to help make the process of opening your chosen bottle of wine easier. The clean design features an ergonomic handle and simple one-button operation.
Open up to 30 bottles of wine on a single charge. And considering how budget-friendly this wine opener is priced, this would be the perfect gift to give to beginning wine drinkers.
#5 BFull Electric Wine Opener – Best ValueWHY WE LIKE IT: A complete wine opening set with everything you need to not just open wine bottles, but an aerator pourer, foil cutter, and vacuum stopper. This giftable electric wine opener can open up to 80 bottles on a single charge in four seconds yet is still portable enough to take with you for a picnic or event.
- Best Battery
- Comes with wine aerator, foil cutter, and two vacuum stoppers
- Uncorks bottles in four seconds
- Some sets may ship with missing accessories
- Customer service can be inconsistent
Electric wine openers can vary in price but the BFull Electric Wine Opener is our best value selection because of the included accessories and functionality. Imagine opening as many as 80 bottles on a single charge. And then once that bottle of wine is open, you have an aerator and two vacuum stoppers to not only enjoy the perfect pour but keep your wine fresh.
The BFull wine opener promises to open wine bottles in just four seconds. This set also features a vacuum wine opener which is ideal for opening older bottles of wine with brittle corks. The included foil cutter also helps to make the entire process easier.
#6 Crenova 4-in-1 Electronic Wine Opener – Best for GiftingWHY WE LIKE IT: A giftable collection that features an electric wine opener, aerator, foil cutter, and vacuum stopper. Uncork up to 70 bottles on a single charge and enjoy fast opening in just seven seconds.
- Uncork up to 70 bottles on a single charge
- Comes with an aerator, vacuum stopper, and foil cutter
- Uncorks wine bottles in seven seconds
- Pricey
Serious wine drinkers know that it's not important to just expertly open a bottle of wine, but that good wine should be given time to breathe and properly preserved if you're not planning to drink it all in one seating. The Crenova 4-in-1 Electronic Wine Opener is the perfect gifting option for a serious wine drinker.
Not only do you get an electric wine opener that recharges through USB, but you also get an aerator, vacuum stopper, and foil cutter to make the entire process easier. This wine opener can uncork up to 70 bottles on a single charge and can open a bottle in just seven seconds.
#7 FLASNAKE Electric Wine Opener – Best DesignWHY WE LIKE IT: A sophisticated design that turns your electric wine opener from a utility to a conversation piece. Open up to 80 wine bottles on a single charge, recharge via USB, and use the included foil cutter to make bottle opening easier.
- Open up to 80 bottles of wine on a single charge
- Comes with a foil cutter
- Sleek rose gold stainless steel design
- Does not work with synthetic corks
- Cork ejection feature may stop working
An electric wine opener might be a utilitarian appliance, but that doesn't mean that you can't turn it into something more. The Flasnake Electric Wine Opener makes our list because of its sophisticated design that turns into so much more than a gadget. The rose gold stainless steel design means you can leave this on your counter or near your wine collection.
You'll also like that on a single charge you can open as many as 80 bottles of wine. The USB powered electric wine opener comes with a foil cutter to make opening your bottles easier. The simple push-button design and comfortable grip also make the wine opening process easier.
How We Decided
There are plenty of ways to open a wine bottle. But if you're looking for an easy one-step option that doesn't require struggling with a manual wine opener, you need an electric wine opener. While prices can vary for electric wine openers depending on your needs, design aesthetics, or budget, there are a few core features that we considered to compile this list.
We began by considering efficacy or how many bottles of wine an electric wine opener could uncork on a single charge. A minimum baseline featured 30 bottles before needing to be recharged. But even at modest price points, we were able to find other options that could open as many as 80 bottles and didn't require long recharging periods.
We then looked at included accessories. Every electric wine opener in our list comes standard with a foil cutter. This essential tool makes it possible to easily remove the foil seal around your wine — an essential step if you plan to open a wine bottle. But other accessories can create additional value such as aerators and vacuum stoppers. Many of the selections on our list include these accessories.
Next, we prioritized the power source. Every electric wine opener on our list is battery powered. While some feature charging bases with traditional electric cords, others feature USB cords for portable charging. Whichever you choose, because all of these electric wine openers are battery powered, they're travel-friendly and ideal for use on picnics or at events where you need to move freely.
Finally, we focused on price. Electric wine openers can range in price from budget-friendly to expensive. Yet, we focused on the inexpensive to the modest range. Within this category, you should be able to find an electric wine opener that offers an extended battery life, multiple accessories, and an easy to use one-touch opening system.
Electric Wine Opener Buying Guide
The Most Important Features to Consider
- Efficacy
An electric wine opener is designed to open multiple wine bottles. In particular, if you're looking at a rechargeable model, you want to ensure that you can open a large number of bottles before you need to recharge the wine opener. While this figure can vary, at a minimum you should look for electric wine openers that can open at least 30 bottles of wine before they need to be recharged.
- Included Accessories
Some people may not find this important. But at a minimum, look for electric wine openers that include a foil cutter. This simple yet important step is necessary if you're going to use any kind of electric wine opener. Additional accessories that can be ideal for more serious wine drinkers include aerators, vacuum stoppers, and even vacuum wine openers that feature gentle suction that's ideal for older wine bottles.
- Cork Compatibility
Even though electric wine openers are designed to make opening wine bottles easier, that doesn't mean that they're designed to work with all cork types. In particular, older wine bottles might have corks that are more likely to crumble. If you tend to own older wines, confirm that your preferred electric wine opener is designed to easily open them without the risk of the cork breaking off or crumbling into your wine.
- Price
While prices can vary, it's possible to find a quality electric wine opener for a modest price. Cheaper models may be a bit bigger or clunky as compared to slightly pricier options that are often sleeker and offer better shelf appeal.
- Power Source
"Electric wine opener" can sometimes be a catch-all name to include any type of wine opener that automates the wine opening process and doesn't rely on manual strength to remove a cork. So, this can also include battery-powered electric wine openers.
- Portability
Because electric wine openers can also include those that are battery powered, you need to decide if you want a wine opener that's travel-friendly versus one that's designed to be stationary. A battery-powered "electric" wine opener is going to be portable while one that requires access to a power outlet is less portable.
Electric Wine Opener FAQs
Do I need to remove the foil to use an electric wine opener?
For best results, you should always remove the foil and seal from around the neck of your wine bottle.
Is it safe to use an electric wine opener on an older wine bottle?
One of the biggest concerns with opening an older bottle of wine is that the aging process might make the cork brittle. This means that if you're too forceful — even if you use a manual wine opener — you can end up breaking the cork or causing it to crumble into the wine. While most experts wouldn't recommend an electric wine opener for older wine bottles, it can still be done. For the best results, opt for an electric wine opener that features gentle air pressure to open the wine less forcefully and reduce the risk of breaking the cork.
How can I find an electric wine opener that's easy for me to handle?
Just like everything else, electric wine openers come in a variety of styles. By default, they're designed to make opening wine bottles easier with minimal effort on your part. In terms of comfort, look for an electric wine opener with a longer handle so that you can securely hold it in place while removing a cork. Specifically, opt for models that feature a non-slip handle such as those coated in rubber.
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Forks up, Phoenix! Chow Bella and Roosevelt Row present the seventh annual Pie Social at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 19, at the Bioscience High School at 512 East Pierce Street. We've got an all-star lineup of bakers making pies for you to taste, and from now till Pie Social, we'll introduce them to you, one by one.
Today, Cheryl Standage of PIEfection
Cheryl Standage is the owner and head chef at PIEfection, a gourmet pie shop in Mesa. Standage grew up baking alongside her mother and grandmother, developing a passion for great food. After spending years of her adult life as a successful corporate banker, Standage changed career paths, returning to her first love: amazing food. When she's not busy developing new recipes for PIEfection, Standage can usually be found teaching her baking secrets to one or more of her 13 grandchildren.
What is the first dish you remember fixing yourself at home?
I have always loved baking, and the first thing I remember making was a homemade cheesecake with blueberry topping, and I was so proud of myself!
What is the one thing you always had in your kitchen growing up?
We always had fresh cream, because we were raised on raw milk. It was a delicacy that none of my friends had in their home,and I felt so special that we always had fresh cream.
What are five essentials in your home kitchen today?
I always have all the essentials to do any baking in my kitchen today. There is always good chocolate, cream cheese, sour cream, good-quality vanilla, and fresh berries.
What is a memorable dish from your childhood and the back story?
My most memorable food from my childhood was the pies that my grandmother made. To be perfectly honest, her pies are the best I have ever tasted! She used to make a pear/pineapple pie that was out of this world! She had a pear tree and we would pick the pears and then she would make us a pie and we would devour it in one sitting. To this day, it is still my favorite pie!
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Who inspired you to become a chef and why?
This is really my second career. I left the corporate world after a 25-plus year career in management. I have been a foodie since I was a little girl. When my friends were playing with dolls or watching TV, I wanted to see what their moms were baking in the kitchen. I would pick everyone's brain that made a good dish, and I would always ask for the recipe. I have always wanted to have my own little bakery or restaurant, and when I left corporate America, it was the perfect time to make my dream come true.
The 2016 Pie Social Celebrity Bakers so far:
Adam Allison of SuperFarm
Soraya Medina of Heavenly Bites
Nicholas Hyche of Hilton Phoenix Chandler
Adriana Gomez of Lola Coffee
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Could someone please update the sample so they actually do open the native UI when logging in?
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Just in case - all works when logging through the web view for both samples. Just the native UI will not show
Also - I'm running them from VS and all is setup on the Mac so I can deploy on iPhone device where Facebook app is installed.
I also can't get it to work. According to Facebook (a year ago), they really don't want to do this any longer:
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A Voice That Stood Out – Ms. Bushra Bilal News Story
Success is no accident. It is the direct result of continuous dedication and confidence in one's ability to achieve what they have set their mind to. Ms. Bushra Bilal, music teacher at the Beaconhouse Gulshan Primary Branch, Karachi is one such notable personality.
Bushra's achievements' speak volumes about her ambitious personality and her undying desire to succeed. While continuing her education with utmost sincerity, she also pursued her passion for music. Bushra has majored in Political Sciences and secured first position in her 3rd Masters in Political Sciences from Karachi University, receiving a Gold Medal.
In 2005, she received 'Best Performance' award from PTV network for her distinctive style and singing. On a recent interview on Samaa TV, Bushra spoke about her journey as a play back singer for Pakistani TV dramas. Hugely inspired by Noor Jehan, Ms. Bushra Bilal has successfully sang over 50 OSTs of dramas. Her melodious voice and unique style has victoriously won her a renowned position in the music industry.
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To people falsely asserting that ending "Net Neutrality" will threaten free speech, he points out Twitter censorship is real.
By pointing out Twitter censorship in defending his policy, Ajit Pai shows that Donald Trump nominated the right person to chair the Federal Communication Commission.
The fact that these giant Silicon Valley tech companies hate "Net Neutrality" may reflect their thirst to have control of the internet. Google owns YouTube and has begun a major censorship push. Facebook is not far behind with "protecting" users from "fake news." Such groups cannot be trusted when they defend "freedom." Their records disprove their rhetoric.
Cnet reports, "FCC chairman calls Twitter the real threat to an open internet."
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FCC Chairman Ajit Pai has gone on the attack to defend his proposal to roll back net neutrality regulations.
Pai said in a speech Tuesday he wanted to "cut through the hysteria and hot air" about the proposal he unveiled last week to unwind the Obama-era rules that prevent broadband companies from controlling consumers' internet experience.
The Federal Communications Commission chairman defended his plan as a return to a light regulatory framework established by President Bill Clinton in the 1990s at the dawn of the commercial internet. Then he went on the attack against social media platform Twitter, accusing it and other, unnamed internet companies of censorship.
He argued that these companies, rather than internet services providers, are the real threat to an open internet.
"Let's not kid ourselves. When it comes to an open internet, Twitter is part of the problem," Pai said at an event hosted by the R Street Institute in Washington. "The company has a viewpoint and uses that viewpoint to discriminate."
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A sensory activity to try
This really simple cloud dough recipe is great to try with little learners – in fact, get them involved with MAKING the dough too!
You will need:
This cloud dough recipe couldn't be simpler to make. We used:
- 500g of cornflour
- 2 large cups of cooled boiled water (check temperature of water before giving to children)
- Red and Yellow food gel
- Nature treasures
- Kitchen utensils / fine motor tools
- Large tub
Ordinarily, oil is also used to make cloud dough however as we only have expensive olive oil left in the house, I decided to omit that part of the recipe. It still worked really well!
Z made this cloud dough herself. First she tipped the cornflour in to the large tub, then started to mix in the food colouring. She then kept adding in splashes of the water to form this 'dough.'
She spent most of her time making 'volcanoes' with the funnels and making prints with the pinecones. In total, she spent somewhere between 30-45 minutes playing with this sensory tub.
This type of mixture really doesn't keep long due to the bacteria that can harbour in uncooked flour – I always throw them out after the day of play. To get a bit more out of the play, we made an oobleck like 'soup' afterwards which you can read about here.
Key Learning
- STEAM: the cornflour and water will squish together to make dough. This is fun for little ones to experiment and explore.
- Sensory play: engaging the senses to explore the materials presented.
- Early Math: this is a good introduction to capacity, especially if extra resources are added like bowls and additional containers.
- Language development: we talked colours, quantities, textures amongst other things whilst we played.
Age Recommendations
You could introduced this type of activity between the ages of 12 – 18 months IF your babe has stopped putting everything in their mouths. I am always cautious around raw flour because it can harbour bacteria – it's the cooking that kills it off. This is mainly why I take the step to use cooled boiled water rather than straight from the tap.
The key to success with any of these activities is to really know where your child is at developmentally. For example, I would not have introduced this activity to E (my 17 month old) when he was in the tipping and dumping phase a couple of months back because we would've ended up with a mess on the floor within seconds!
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Wednesday, August 21:
Canning tomato sauce and peaches kept us up until past midnight, and threatening rain made us venture out in the dark to bring in laundry hung out this afternoon to dry. It is getting to be difficult to step posts into the ground, so we could use the rain, but first we would like to get the hay we cut Tuesday in the bale and in the barn. Tomorrow we have to bring in sweet corn and freeze it if we don't want it to get starchy; three times a week there is cheese to make, filling the cabinet in the cellar with five pound rounds waxed red or black. There is no break in the constant employment of this time of year; one thing follows another so close they overlap, and we need to bi-locate like a blessed saint to get it all done in a timely way. The pigs glean all the waste and overflow, so they, at least, are living luxuriously.