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Conditions varied from very good to fair. Most of the trail east of the old RR grade - the more challenging portion - was in very good condition due in part to less traffic on it. Once you got to the bottom of the challenging hill towards the end of Scouring Rush it became more likely you would run into bare patches. Nevertheless, kudos to the groomers for getting the trail in great condition given the challenges of just enough snow followed by enough rain/melt that refroze to make the parking lot treacherous. I used last year's FastWax Red buffed with fluoro paste one I got to the top of X2. Despite temps in the high 20's and the appropriate wax, I moved pretty slow. Certainly that was mostly because I am not a strong skater but my wax did not seem right for the drier natural snow. It slowed me compared to its performance on the the corned, man-made snow at Hyland that I have skied three times previously this season. User traffic was very light. Only met four other skiers, all who passed me despite being off the trail before the Vikings game.
Better than expected, as fast as I care to go. Some leaf debris, but manageable. Enough ice balls and powder on the downhills to allow control. If you are familiar with the trail, you know what to expect...or know where to hold your speed. If unfamiliar, the flatter sections might be more pleasurable for you. The dense cover has even the paved trails in great shape!
Skied woodlands this afternoon. All trails open and skiable no tracks set. Grooming this morning packed & flattened nicely. The trails are skiable and very very fast. Like wow! That said it's not glare ice but little ice balls so you can push off and hold an edge. More snow all will be very nice. Good to be skiing woodlands again.
Better than expected, far from great. Ancient One just reported in that he and Buckthorn Bob rolled all trails and screened some to smoothen out some of the roughness. Rock skis recommended due mainly to the icy patches. Expect plenty of leaf litter. Some of the groomers are skiing this afternoon and hopefully will let us know how it skis. We will screen again tonight and hope for more snow.
Ick! We are going to let this slop freeze up today and tonight. Please stay off the trails today. We will go exploring Saturday morning to see what it looks like out in the forest.


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Appeals must be filed within 60 days of a denial of eligibility or a decision to suspend service.
Appeals must be filed in writing or on audio cassette; accommodations will be made for persons unable to do so.
You may ride the service until your eligibility/suspension appeal is heard.
A decision will be made within 30 days and rendered in writing.
Please note: If you are appealing a suspension based on an illegal, seriously disruptive, or violent behavior, you may not ride GAP until the Appeals Panel reviews and makes a decision on your suspension.
1. An individual must request an appeal within 60 calendar days of the denial of their initial application or suspension.
2. An individual must have an opportunity to be heard in person to present information and arguments.
3. There must be a "separation of function" between those involved in the initial determination and those deciding appeals.
4. Written notification of the appeal decision stating the reasons for the finding must be provided.
5. Presumptive eligibility must be granted to the individual if a decision is not made within 30 days of the completion of the appeals process.

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BAM held its EXCO meeting this morning at the Juara Stadium in Bukit Kiara. Tan Sri Mohamed Al-Amin Abdul Majid headed the meeting and also present were BAM’s Deputy President, Datuk Seri Mohamad Norza, Honarary Secretary, Ng Chin Chai and few other council members.
One of the main topics discussed was on the administrative side, review of several committees in BAM as well as getting a new coach in the doubles department. Besides that, he also mentioned that Morten is currently looking out for suitable places for the players to train prior to the Olympics next year.
In addition, Tan Sri announced that former national coach, Cheah Soon Kit is said to take up the role as the new doubles coach in the senior team.
“We have chosen Soon Kit based on the recommendation by Morten and we do feel that his vast experience and capabilities in the doubles department will be beneficial for the players. I do not know on where Soon Kit will be placed or how long is his contract with BAM. However, once Morten is back, he will be able to disclose the information.
On whether Soon Kit has agreed to accept the offer, Tan Sri said “I believe Morten has discussed this matter with him and I presume that Soon Kit will accept it”.

industry_corpus2: Sports


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Stay connected to your business from anywhere. Like, Loyalhanna, Pennsylvania. Sharp hi-res images let you see what’s happening, day or night.

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HomeTAG® LibrarySearch (268 Assets)High Risk or Low Risk: What's your comfort level?
Good vignette that explains risk and the different levels of our acceptance of risk.
Got Performance?™ Ethical Choices – What’s the Harm?
Direct or Indirect: What's Your Route?
SMART-START™ Problem Solving: What's Your Problem?
Got Performance?™ Co-Workers Are Your Customers, Too!
The Oh Series™ Everyday Ethics: What's the Bottom Line?

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Sharing a story about one of its successful crowdfunding campaigns, Indiegogo recently connected with with Kyson, Joanna and Stephanie of Bamboo Lota to provide a special insight for future campaigners. Now Bamboo Lota was not a high profile, big dollar campaign but certainly a project full of merit. Bamboo Lota’s mission is to alleviate deforestation and poverty through bamboo-based energy alternatives.
The three stated, “We founded Bamboo Lota in 2009 in a UCB Haas School of Business course ‘Entrepreneuship to Address Global Poverty.’ One of us was assigned the country of Malawi for a project, the goal to create a social venture that would be sustainable and, hopefully, profitable”.
In regards to what the funds went towards, Kyson, Joanna and Stephanie noted, “We used the money to go to Malawi for fieldwork and meet with the government officials and NGOs on the grounds. Since returning, we’ve partnered our efforts with colleagues at MIT and Berkeley to use their facilities for further government-requested testing”.
“We also built a charcoal kiln sourced from local resources for the community to create bamboo charcoal. Finally, we educated locals on the bamboo-to-charcoal process, so they could operate the kiln after we left,” they added.
This entry was posted in Global, Investment Platforms and Marketplaces, Offerings and tagged bamboo, Bamboo Lota, berkeley, crowdfunding, environment, indiegogo, malawi. Bookmark the permalink.

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The 1st reading of the Bill to the House of Commons (without any debate) was introduced as a Government Bill on 13th July 2017 sponsored by Mr David Davis the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union.
Follow its timetable, debates and amendments here as the Bill makes its passage in the Westminster Parliament for any update and analysis. Note that the date of the 2nd reading is yet to be announced.

industry_corpus2: Politics & Administration


text: The owners of Sump Pump Geeks reached out to Poyant to help redesign and refurbish the existing outdated pylon sign on the property. The top cabinet was refaced, painted, and retrofitted to new energy efficient LED lighting. The reader board was replaced with a 16mm full color state-of-the-art Electronic Message Center. And the old weathered pole cover was replaced with a newly fabricated cover that helped complete the new design.


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Guy moved to Cavendish Care in 2002 after leaving Linden Bridge School in Worcester Park. This is his typical day.
My Friday starts when I get up early in the morning and prepare my breakfast.
After breakfast, I like sorting out my laundry before I prepare my lunch for work.
If the washing finishes while I am still at home, I will put them in the tumble dryer to dry and those that staff have encouraged me not to tumble dry, I will leave on the airer.
Staff will help me put them aside when they are dry if I have left for work and when I come back from work I will take them to my room.
At 12.30 I will go and catch the bus to Crawley, where I volunteer at the British Heart Foundation.
I enjoy working there, meeting and helping customers put their goods in their cars, cleaning furniture and also help with unloading deliveries.
I finish work at 4pm and get a bus back home.
When I get back to Poplars I will relax before completing my laundry task.
I like preparing my dinner on my own, but I will ask for help if I find the recipe is too difficult.
After eating my dinner, I will relax in the house either watching television with my housemates, chatting to staff or spending some alone time on my tablet.
Before I go to bed, I will write my day log where I record all I have done for the day and staff will help me count the money I have spent that day.


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Perfect for the artistic pair, this painted Flat Wedding Program belongs to our Stroke of Luck design suite. Broad brushstrokes paint a backdrop to frame in your names, below which are your wedding details displayed in a customizable selection of fonts. A watercolor effect bleeds in to continue the painted look of this design.
Layout Number: PRW-16314 Size: 3.625" x 8.875"


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The point-by-point directions from Bridgeport to Turlock has length 2.952 miles and takes about 44 hours and 4 minutes. Driving directions are represented in form of the table with distances, timings, fuel charges and road types.
You can adjust the starting and destination points by dragging and dropping them over the map. Bridgeport - Turlock directions will be updated automatically.
Bridgeport - Turlock directions are ranked 14th in the ranking popularity.
You can calculate on how to get from Bridgeport to Turlock via transit cities by typing the city names in the "Intermediate points" field in the "Show advanced options".
The Bridgeport to Turlock road trip directions consists of the transit cities table with segment timings.
To find out how to travel from Bridgeport to Turlock by car, scroll to the map and use zoom buttons to view all the route details.

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What’s a conversion? When a visitor arrives to your site, there should be a specific task you’d like them to complete. Whether it is making a sale, contacting you, downloading something, sharing something they’ve found on your site or whatever. Those visitors who complete the desired and intended task can be said to have become a ‘conversion’.
Analytics will help you track them and make improvements to your site to have more conversions.
For example, let’s assume you have a services website of some sort and you want your visitors to contact you with a business inquiry. Through analytics you will be able to determine how many visitors get to your site and then visit your contact page. You could even determine how many of them fill out your form and click ‘send’.
A simplistic way to determine conversion rate (and trust me, collecting and analyzing analytics data can get very complex, but for the sake of a beginner, let’s start here).
You find that you have 100 visitors last month and 5 of them navigated to your contact page and contacted you. Out of those 100 visitors you ended up with a 5% conversion rate.
You may be saying, ‘Well, 5% isn’t too many!” Well, a lot of research will show that a 2-3% conversion rate is closer to average!


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Back in December, I was delighted to discover that The Crafty Fox Market had been selected as one of 20 finalists for Brand Amplifier.
Brand Amplifier is an exciting initiative aimed at encouraging and assisting emerging female-run companies in Lambeth. 20 finalists have been selected to take part in four weekly workshops where successful women pass on tips on how to best visualise, promote and enhance your business. This culminates in an opportunity to present business ideas to a panel who will select the winning brands.
Brand Amplifier is the brainchild of the very impressive JP from Brixton based creative communications agency JP Creative. Each week, a different inspirational speaker has been schooling us in topics such as 'finding your voice' and 'How to do PR on No Money at All'. With only one workshop left before the presentations, I'm determined to soak up all the information I can.
I'm proud to be learning alongside Hairy Jayne who sold her handmade hair products and candles at The Crafty Fox Christmas Market. I'm also in the company of several jewellers including the lovely Julie from John & Pearl who I originally met through Brixton Makerhood.
The diverse range of businesses is really interesting. Everything from personal branding (Be Styled UK) to the world's first bespoke design toughened glass speakers (Rinz Sound). It was lovely to be joined by Emily from The South London Sling Library. Emily provides helpful advice on baby carriers and you can even rent them from her. A friend had previously recommended this service to me so it has been great to meet her in person.
The experience has been fantastic and I would highly recommend local business-women to apply next year. The presentations and awards ceremony will be on 19th February - wish me luck!!!


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16(4) is a thematic issue dedicated to The Research University Civic Engagement Network (TRUCEN). The issue was edited by Trish Kalivoda, University of Georgia, and guest edited by Maureen F. Curley (President of Campus Compact), Ira Harkavy (Founding Director and Associate Vice President of the Netter Center for Community Partnerships, University of Pennsylvania), Kathy O'Byrne (Director of the University of California, Los Angeles, Center for Community Learning), and Timothy K. Stanton (Director of Bing Overseas Studies Program in Cape Town, Stanford University).
16(3) is a thematic issue dedicated to the 2011 National Outreach Scholarship Conference held on October 2-4, 2011 at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan. The issue was edited by Trish Kalivoda, University of Georgia, and guest edited by Burton A. Bargerstock, co-director of the National Collaborative for the Study of University Engagement, and director of Communication and Information Technology University Outreach and Engagement at Michigan State University.
16(1) is a thematic issue edited by Trish Kalivoda, senior associate vice president for public service and outreach at the University of Georgia and guest edited by Sarena Seifer, executive director of Community-Campus Partnerships for Health.
15(3) is a thematic issue dedicated to the 2010 National Outreach Scholarship Conference held on October 4-6, 2010 in Raleigh, North Carolina. The issue was edited by Trish Kalivoda, senior associate vice president for public service and outreach at the University of Georgia, and guest edited by Dale Safrit, chair, Conference Leadership Team, and Professor,Department of 4-H Youth Development and Family & Consumer Sciences, North Carolina State University.

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Our communication training is namely geared towards people who work directly with adults and children who have support and communication needs. Our training provides an essential skillset to ensure that you’re confident in enabling and empowering people to thrive in a person centred environment.
In this training, we look at the definition and purpose of good communication and how it works. A range of skills and tools are explained and sampled, including communication aids, technology, signing, objects of reference, and so on. During our sessions, trainees will learn the importance of active listening, and how to become a good communication partner.
By the end of your training, you should feel confident in your abilities, have a better understanding of others and have a valuable set of skills.


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24/09/2016 · Great points, Mike! Post-pigeon I’ve noticed that smaller businesses seem to need at least one review to get the full knowledge panel to show up.... GfK KnowledgePanel is a scam What is GfK KnowledgePanel? GfK is a market research company that mails envelopes to the homes of consumers, and the envelopes contain a $2 and a letter telling the ‘chosen’ that your household has been randomly selected to perform short market research surveys, a la the Nielsen ratings.
To change Google Knowledge Panel, change the source data, or the search engine relevance of the target content. For example, if you want to change images that are in Google Knowledge Panel, they have to be relevant. To make certain images relevant, use... Knowledge Panel... just the name itself sounds smart. Although it doesn't appear in a monstrous number of Page One results (our SERP Features tool shows it appearing in roughly 10% of Page One results in the US), Google's Knowledge Panel is in fact a monster!
A new business opportunity is in town - and it’s made for more than displaying ‘Top Stories’ related to Channing Tatum, his life, his inspirational quotes on cheeseburgers, and his list of movie accomplishments.... The difference between local knowledge panel and broader knowledge panel is that local knowledge panel provides more specialized information regarding the business whereas broader knowledge panel just comes up with few options with their ratings.
A new business opportunity is in town - and it’s made for more than displaying ‘Top Stories’ related to Channing Tatum, his life, his inspirational quotes on cheeseburgers, and his list of movie accomplishments.
The day is finally upon us. A new update to Google’s Knowledge Graph will give users and brands (some) control of the rich information displayed alongside the search results.


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If you're looking for a comfortable Orlando hotel near the University of Central Florida or are here visiting many of the local business located in Research Park and Quadrangle Boulevard, choose Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando/East UCF Area where everyday amenities such as breakfast, parking and WiFi are guaranteed!
I stay at this hotel often to visit my kids at UCF and also traveling to and from our summer house in NC. They always provide a clean room with complimentary coffee and tea. Also allow my service dogs.
Dear hollywoodmom954 - Thank you for such a nice TripAdvisor review, headline caption and kind rating. We definitely want to provide the quality service & accommodations that you can count on and deserve every time you stay. Thank you for your valued business and your loyalty. We truly appreciate and love our UCF families, please let us know if we can do anything to make your stay better. We look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back and being of service to you. Thank you again for your business. All the best to your UCF student. Hope to see you soon!
How close is this hotel to Universal Studios?
How far are is this hotel from the Orlando airport?
There is no shuttle from the airport to the hotel. It's about a 30 minute drive depending on traffic.
Parking is complimentary. There is parking on all sides of the hotel for convenience. Thank you for your query!
"Poolside rooms can be VERY noisy if the pool crowd is rowdy."
"We didn't hear anyone else so i guess we had the best room, facing the lake."
"All rooms are good rooms at this hotel!"
"rooms facing to courtyard maybe noisy because there are a lot families with small kind playing in the pool. Choose room face to outside."
"Front and back elevators to save walking."

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Off Road Equipment Users – Are you ready for the 2014/2015 changes?
CHANGES ARE HERE! And if you haven’t seen them yet, you will very soon. In 2011 Tier 4 and Stage 111B engines were released due to the new demands for lower exhaust emissions called for by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and European Union (EU). Engine manufacturers were required to reduce Particulate Matter (PM) exhaust emissions by 90% and Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) exhaust emissions by 45% compared to Tier 3 and Stage IIIA emissions standards. How did these diesel manufacturers achieve this? Selective Catalytic Reduction System (SCR) or cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) with integrated exhaust filters.
Now in 2014, Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV is calling for even lower emissions and is going to include Off Road Equipment. We are going to focus on news from industry leaders Volvo, CAT, and John Deere in respect to heavy equipment changes. Hope you are ready for the changes- but if you aren’t, no worries, Lynch Oil has plenty of drums and totes full of DEF available for you, whenever and wherever you need them! Just ask your sales rep!
So, What Do You Have to Look Forward To?
Throughout 2014 and 2015 all new off road equipment that is diesel powered will need to be compliant with the Tier 4 Final requirements. Engines will be equipped with a Selective Catalytic Reduction System (SCR). SCR is a system where DEF reacts with NOx converting the NOx emissions into nitrogen, water, and small amounts of carbon dioxide.
Back in 2011, Volvo, CAT, and John Deere, used Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) to lower NOx emissions. This method recirculated exhaust gases back into combustion chamber to be burned again, eliminating a good amount of emissions, but not all. These three big players will all adopt the SCR system which will eliminate almost all emissions from now on. Say hello to the Final Stage of Tier 4 Engines- at least until they think of something new!
Moving Forward with an Engine Adopting the SCR System?
Exhaust Fluid is going to become your new best friend when moving forward with an SCR System. The DEF tanks will be located next to the diesel tank on equipment. Tank sizes will vary based on manufacturer and type of equipment you are operating. Manufacturers have designed them so that for every tank of diesel you use, you will use one tank of DEF. If the operator forgets the DEF or uses defective DEF, the equipment will first signal warnings letting operator know. Shortly after this, engine will slow down, and eventually if no DEF is added, engine will shut down completely until fluid is added. Don’t let this happen to you- Sign up TODAY for Equipment Fills on your jobsite for both diesel and DEF!
What is Diesel Exhaust Fluid; and How Do You Keep it Fresh?
Diesel Exhaust Fluid, you probably know of it by its acronym DEF, is a mix of 32.5% urea (a nitrogen containing compound) and 67.5% de-ionized water. Why 32.5% urea? This percentage provides the lowest freeze point and provides the best protection in cold temperatures- As if any of us Floridians need to worry about that! But don’t go thinking you can water yours down, your engine is specifically configured for this mixture no matter how warm your winters may be. DEF should be a crystal clear liquid- if it’s not you might be dealing with contaminated fluid. When buying DEF, make sure it meets the ISO 22241-1 requirements; if you don’t, you could be damaging your engine.
Some simple rules for transporting your Diesel Exhaust Fluid. DEF should always be transported in a clean, appropriate DEF container. Never transport it in a used oil jug or coolant jug. Think that old gallon jug is clean? Probably not. Non-visible contaminants with potential to damage the SCR system are probably in there. You might not notice any problems right away if using a contaminated container, but we can almost guarantee that problems will arise down the road.
Storing your Diesel Exhaust Fluid is pretty simple. Keep it in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area. Storage temperatures should be between 12 Degrees Fahrenheit to 86 Degrees Fahrenheit. Do this and your DEF will have a shelf life of one year. Can’t keep with the storage requirements? No worries- you’ll just lose efficiency and shelf life will decrease. If your DEF loses potency due to improper storage use (mainly caused by direct sunlight), the Selective Catalytic Reduction System (SCR) will pick up on this and dispense DEF at a higher rate. This will cause you to use more product, but at least you won’t have to throw it out!
Love it or Hate it, this is the future. Call your Lynch Oil Sales Representative for more information on DEF drums, totes, and bulk deliveries. We also now offer fleet fueling/equipment fills of diesel exhaust fluid in conjunction with our diesel fleet fueling/equipment fills. Let us help you get on board!
Does your transmission fluid meet the required OEM spec?

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Home>Music Videos>Khalid Videos> Khalid Vibes Out & Avoids A Few Car Crashes In "Better"
With American Teen, Khalid burst onto the scene in a major way. Nobody was checking for him before the album dropped but he managed to change everybody's mind, creating Khalid fans out of us all. If you appreciate the true beauty of a vocal virtuoso, you're likely a fan of the R&B singer as he never fails to disappoint. With a brand new EP doing the rounds, Khalid has effectively entered a new chapter of his career. As he grows up, his sound has been evolving to become more mature. With a flurry of pop features and Suncity out now, the El Paso product has just released his new video for "Better."
The track marks the climax of his new EP. Everything builds to "Better" as it has become a central component to the work. A video for the song only makes sense. In the clip, cars race around (and sometimes go through) the vocalist as he vibes out in the middle of an empty lot. You can tell that he's feeling himself as he pulls out some dance moves along the way. Of course, Khalid is nowhere near Chris Brown's level as a dancer but he's just having some fun out here.
Khalid has been consistently impressive with his content. Check out the new video and let us know your thoughts.
MUSIC VIDEOS Khalid Vibes Out & Avoids A Few Car Crashes In "Better"

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Having heard of the notorious 'bad trip,' it can be easy to wonder if psychedelic mushrooms effects are dangerous.
As with most psychedelic drugs, the some of the psychedelic mushrooms effects can be dangerous. Several varieties of mushrooms contain psilocybin. Psilocybin is the active ingredient in psychedelic mushrooms. The psilocybin gives the mushrooms the effects that many people want for both religious and recreation purposes. To understand when psychedelic mushrooms are dangerous, you first have to understand their history and their positive, neutral, and negative effects as well as how they affect people long term.
Psychedelic mushrooms have been used since ancient times.
Although there is no official record of when the use of psychedelic mushrooms began, there are cave paintings depicting natives eating mushrooms and exploring their minds. Some scientists believe that these mushrooms were a part of ancient human evolutionary advances. These mushrooms are a part of many cultures throughout the world. With the advent of Christianity, the use of these mushrooms died out in western society but not in many native cultures. It was not until the 1950s that they regained popularity in the west.
In the 1950s, researchers tested these mushrooms for their antidepressant and mood-altering qualities until the government banned them with the Controlled Substances Act, in the 1970s. Now there is a renewed interest in the psychiatric possibilities of psychedelic mushrooms.
Researchers are starting to study the uses of psychedelic mushrooms again. Since research began again, it has shown that these mushrooms have a positive effect on anxiety and depression in some people. An article called, “The Trip Treatment,” published by the New Yorker Magazine, stated that new studies into psilocybin show promise in treating social and illness related anxiety.
synesthesia or the confusion of the senses.
Some people report these effects as positive and some report them as negative. In reality, they are neither. They are just added effects of the drug. Most people do not consider these effects enough reason to seek treatment.
Like any drug, there are negative or adverse effects. Many of these effects are not enough to make people stop taking psychedelic mushrooms but are merely bothersome. Overdose on psychedelic mushrooms is extremely rare since it takes such a large amount to be toxic. One of the real dangers in using these mushrooms is picking them. If the user hand gathers them, there is a good chance they will pick the wrong type of mushrooms and many mushrooms kill.
mild anxiety when taken in low doses.
lightheadedness possibly leading to loss of consciousness.
Most of the negative side effects of psilocybin are very rare. They can be extreme in the cases where a latent psychosis exists. Unfortunately, there is no way to know whether mental illness is present but latent until it presents itself. Many researchers feel that the benefits outweigh the negative effect of psilocybin.
In a study by Johns Hopkins, high doses of psilocybin made people more open and broad minded. Over half of the study group experienced changes that lasted a year or more. The changes seem to be both long term and positive.
long term open mindedness and willing to accept new ideas.
Many of the long term effects of psychedelic mushrooms are still being studied. So far, researchers see more positive than negative long term changes.
The question are psychedelic mushrooms dangerous is difficult to answer in a straightforward manner. Most prescription and illicit drugs come with dangerous side effects. Often it is weighing the dangers against the benefits that make a person choose to take specific drugs. Studies are currently being conducted by major medical research facilities to assess the benefit and dangers of these mushrooms. Until they find a conclusive answer, it is wise to stay away from illegal drugs of any sort. The legal consequences of taking psychedelic mushrooms may be very dangerous.
Can You Have a Magic Mushroom Overdose? - Learn about the symptoms and method of treatment for mushroom toxicity.

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text: Inspired by adventure, the Renault Captur is a stylish crossover that has been designed to allow you to get the most out of life. Compact yet spacious, with a flexible interior, its striking looks will turn heads while the agile ride will get your pulse racing. Discover all about the complete range of used Renault Captur models for sale in Hawick right now by paying a visit to Craig Motors. At our showroom you'll find a wide selection of quality used cars, all of which have been tested by a trained technician prior to going on sale. Contact a member of the team for more information or start your search by viewing our latest stock online.

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If you want to obtain Duryea End Table By Foundry Select , search for good quality hardwood joinery. If a part is glued collectively or maybe if fingernails and screws are widely used to keep the furniture with each other, it will not very last lengthy. It is advisable to spend more money to acquire a Duryea End Table By Foundry Select with a bit of excellent hardwood joinery focus on it. Really check out the thighs of any Duryea End Table By Foundry Select you are interested in getting. These hip and legs require to not only assistance excess weight, they'll also be in contact with your floor coverings. When they appear to be they'll do injury to your floor as a result of components used (like metal), then you really should decide on a distinct fashion. When selecting Duryea End Table By Foundry Select to your living room, opt for natural colors. You are able to change the hues and other furnishings in the space by changing accents, paint as well as other things. Because of this, it is simple to change up the look of your family room without having to spend lots of money.
A very common piece of furniture in home may be the bar stool. They are available in handy in all kinds of places, from the kitchen to the porch to the bar. Bar stools are not only for the bar any longer. More and more households ask them to as furniture. The truly amazing advantage of a bar feces is the fact that its height enables you to sit right in the counter height. For those who have a large kitchen area with an isle in it, several bar stools allow you to change that island right into a breakfast desk or a spot to unwind and browse the newspaper. There are various kinds of bar equipment that you can get when going for some on the market. That's the place a problem begins since you will be baffled which one that is good for you. But we have limited the expansion of the kinds of bar stools that you can buy and apply. Fortunately, we as of this moment did the study for you personally, and in this list we created a list of the top 10 best bar stool seats evaluations in 2018 you can buy for your club. Once you review this list, you will effortlessly have the capacity to purchase the appropriate bar stools for your requirements.
This plush set of urban-chic couches is made to supply an embellished site. Actually, even your moderate rooms may have you required to have an immaculate movie night. Lay him lower to get a totally changed bed. This auparavant-garde person futon mattress is accessible in various tones. This includes some bright tones out of control such as Orange, Light Blue, and Light Purple. Place them inside your innovative research or attic to assess the exuberance. It's also available in lowering shades for example darkish, dark and dark. These nuances, once more, print a respectable part of the upper course. With the breaking element of the back, you are able to rest to your preferred posture. This sofa appears wealthy with tufted fabric consistency furniture. The good thing is that it is personalized with hypoallergenic filling up. A conclusive outcome supplies a comfortable relaxation.
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This set features a one left arm couch set, two armless sofa sets, and something part sofa established. This gives sufficient space to support your family and friends. The fabric is 100Percent polyester for enough durability and comfort. The advantage of this couch established may be the mixing and matching of seats in the available space within the room for any perfect form. And also enables fitted even just in little areas. It requires just mild putting together.Additionally, it features push cushions for optimum comfort and ease. You may want to try this set. It does the job nicely.
4.Jenifry End Table By Ophelia & Co.
Usually now used in houses having a great room or open floor plan, they are often big designs that seat plenty of visitors. In smaller sized rooms, they can be useful for seating in an area which has a strange corner or any other space restriction. The ability to mix corner units, finish units and reclining areas according to room and individual choice makes this sofa style super versatile. Sofa couches also come in a multitude of designs, from ultra modern or super luxe, to much more family-pleasant contemporary designs.
Carolina Light Gray Fabric Sectional Sofa is well known for its spectacular comfort and ease and remarkable design. It features a lift-up design that enables for many agreement options to suit your needs.The set features soft material and forces soft cushions to bring about the desired comfort. More importantly, its of the good dimension to support you along with the family of buddies. With respect to the space as well as your preferred shape, you can combine the I seats to create an impressive form. Its recommended for those with little rooms and needs a sofa.
This sofa is appreciated for its distinctive design and luxury. Its striking pazazz-equip sofa with seats provides you with optimum room for stretching out and relaxing in your room. So generally the modern couch chaise adds to the beauty of this established. The set also includes cushion top arms cushioned back again and seats for optimum comfort. The couch includes a corner-obstructed wooden frame that gives the sofa enough sturdiness. The sofa measures 89 inches broad x 62 inches in depth x 4 in . in height making it ideal for medium dimension rooms. You may need to do small assembling for example of the legs.
This suits you if all you need is an attractive trainer. It's designed with a flared body and pillow top amrests in a awesome cobblestone gray. Now, it's resilient froth soft cushions that are obsessed with in a rayon upholstery to bring about the desired comfort. It has a durable corner obstructed frame that increases the sturdiness. Also, the feet have been in a faux wooden complete. We have an remarkable gray color that matches with any decor. Its dimensions are 89 W by 39 Deb x 40 H therefore large enough to support you along with your loved ones/friends. More importantly, it occurs fully put together. This saves you the pain of having to put together the set.
With almost 100 5-celebrity evaluations, this lying loveseat is touted because of its comfort and ease, sturdiness, look and easy assembly. In addition to soft, but encouraging soft cushions, it features a gliding mechanism, so that you can place your ft up and rock and roll (although, not at the same time.) Upholstered with extremely-long lasting bonded leather-based, this lying loveseat will resist tears, releases and stainswhich is a good factor, because it also includes a storage space compartment system (where you can hide your snacks, of course) and a two-cup holder. Regardless of whether youre settling in for a Blockbuster online binge or viewing football with your crew, this reclining loveseat offers the durability and comfort with out breaking the bank.
Usually now utilized in homes having a great room or open up floor plan, they are often large configurations that chair plenty of guests. In smaller areas, they works well for seating within an area which has an odd part or any other room limitation. The ability to mix part units, end units and reclining sections based on room and individual choice makes this couch style super flexible. Sectional sofas are also available in a multitude of styles, from ultra contemporary or extremely luxe, to more loved ones-friendly modern styles.
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This set features a one left arm couch set, two armless couch sets and something part couch established. This gives sufficient space to support your friends and relations. The material is 100Percent rayon for sufficient comfort and durability. The good thing about this sofa set may be the matching and mixing of chairs within the space in the room for a ideal form. And also enables fitted even just in small areas. It requires just mild assembling.It also functions drive cushions for maximum comfort. You might want to do this established. It works well.
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The Chief RSMA022 Mini RPA Elite Projector Mount builds on the foundation of the highly successful RPA Elite mount, offering a compact design and smaller form factor which supports the trend towards sophisticated technology in a small package.
Although 33% smaller than the RPA, these mini mounts maintain 100% of the functionality of the larger mount, with independent MicroZone adjustments and a 25 lb capacity. Centris Technology provides fingertip positioning capability which automatically adjusts to accommodate specific projector weights. Shipped fully assembled, the RSMA022 is also quick to connect or disconnect for lamp or filter changes via the Q-Lock Release Lever. Besides maintaining precise enough remounting to ensure that registration and preset adjustments remain unaffected, the lever integrates a key and lock security option.
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Germ cell tumours develop from cells in the ovaries or testes. They are extremely rare in childhood – fewer than 45 children are diagnosed each year in the UK with the disease – but the number of cases increases as children reach adolescence.
Most children who develop germ cell tumours are successfully treated using established medicines such as chemotherapy, but not all types respond as well, and if chemotherapy fails there may not be any secondary treatments to turn to.
A new review by an international team of researchers – including Professor Robert Huddart here at The Institute of Cancer Research – looks at how clinical trials have been used to improve the treatment options for germ cell tumours.
Chemotherapy can also lead to serious side-effects for patients later in life, like nerve damage and cardiovascular problems, so there is a real need for new treatments for germ cell tumours to provide better options for patients who don’t respond to standard therapy.
At the ICR, we’ve campaigned for cancer drugs developed for adults to be tested in children whenever they could be effective, as one way of expanding children’s access to innovative new treatments.
But the search for new ways to treat childhood germ cell tumours has faced more fundamental problems. One of the largest obstacles has been that children with the disease may receive different diagnoses or treatments depending on where they live in the world and their age at the time of diagnosis.
It’s clear that the disease affects adults and children differently, indicating different biological origins, but researchers haven’t been able to agree on what factors were most likely to affect patients’ response to treatment.
It’s also common for adults, adolescents, and younger children with germ cell tumours to be treated separately, without reference to each other.
Without a common ground for talking about the disease, testing new treatments in a robust way across different patient groups has been very difficult.
One of the first collaborative studies for childhood germ cell tumours was carried out in the US in the 1990s. It aimed to develop treatment strategies for low-risk and high-risk germ cell tumours based on the location of the tumour and stage of the disease.
This study recognised the importance of collaboration to bring together larger groups of patients for testing treatments and reducing administration. Unfortunately, in the UK and elsewhere, the lack of consensus continued to hinder progress.
A major turning point came in 2009, when the Malignant Germ Cell International Collaborative (MaGIC) initiative was established.
MaGIC brought together data obtained over 25 years from clinical trials of over 1,000 paediatric patients with germ cell tumours – and was an important first step toward developing treatment strategies based on predictions of outcome, taking into account factors like age and tumour staging.
The study showed that children over 11 were at risk of more aggressive germ cell tumours and were more likely to suffer relapse of their disease than younger children, even those with more advanced disease.
Findings from other groups found adolescents with germ cell tumours fared consistently worse than either children or adults with the disease.
Differences in how childhood and adult germ cell tumours are classified mean researchers have needed to take care when comparing treatment outcomes across different ages, but their studies are now helping to develop the common language needed to make informed decisions about treatment.
Paediatric groups in the UK and US are now exploring opportunities for collaboration in future clinical trials that include both children and adults with germ cell tumours.
Several strategies have been tested in clinical trials for patients with poor-prognosis disease, including use of alternative forms of chemotherapy, high-dose chemotherapy with stem cell treatments, and more complex multi-drug regimens.
And the ICR is leading a new trial in the UK called TIGER, which will compare conventional chemotherapy with high-dose chemotherapy for patients with germ cell tumours whose disease has relapsed.
These trials will continue to enhance our understanding of the disease, and help doctors to select treatments based on the most relevant information available. The research will play a vital role in ensuring that whatever their age, patients with germ cell tumours have access to the most effective cancer treatments.


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In this post you’ll discover how to make Short Cut Small Batch Potato Salad (for 2 to 4 people).
Y’all, I have a confession to make…..I have difficulties just cooking for two people and that is all there is in this house. When I make a dish like my Southern Potato Salad, it is always for holiday meals and I’m making no less than five pounds of it.
I can’t tell you the number of times that the hubs walks into the kitchen and asks “who’s coming to dinner?”, and there’s no one coming to eat with us. Sigh!
Good thing I enjoy sharing food with the neighbors. I have gotten into the habit of freezing too if possible. Potato salad is just not one of those things that freeze.
The big batches I make are perfect for holidays and cookouts where there are lots of folks to eat it up but sometimes you just want some potato salad for every day meals.
This recipe is slightly different than my Southern potato salad but remains along the same lines of a mayonnaise mustard base. OH, and I’ve added bacon….cause it’s bacon and bacon is a good thing. See the bacon?
Potato salad tastes so good the next day so even making a small batch you need to have some leftover for tomorrow. Are you with me on that?
What makes this short cut potato salad? A few things, such as peeling and cubing the potatoes so they cook faster, having boiled eggs on hand in the fridge (hubs is also on a “diet” and eats boiled eggs for a protein snack), and having cooked bacon on hand.
For some reason it is instilled in us that holiday meals are supposed to be time consuming and very involved. I don’t know why, it just is. I go about making potato salad a different way for holidays.
The potatoes in this recipe keep their shape well and you will not end up with mashed potato salad. Timing the potatoes while they cook ensures the perfect potato pieces.
Here’s what you’ll need for this recipe (Find the full printable recipe at the bottom of this post): Russet potatoes, water, boiled eggs, salt, pepper, dried dill week (fresh would be good too), mayonnaise, yellow mustard, and cooked bacon.
Please, please, please for the love of all that is good in the world – use mayonnaise in potato salad and not that….something whip stuff in a jar.
If you’re familiar with my traditional Southern Potato Salad Recipe (or your own recipe for that matter), you probably noticed a few things missing from the ingredients above. In my short cut version I do not add onion, pickle juice or dill pickle cubes. You can certainly add those if it suits you better. I enjoy a bit of variety myself from time to time.
This potato salad recipe can be done, start to finish, in less than 30 minutes. So let’s make some!
Step 1: Peel, wash and cut the potatoes into bite size cubes. Add the potatoes to a pot and add the water. Bring the potatoes to a simmer. As soon as they begin to simmer, set a timer and cook for 8 minutes over medium heat. Once the cooking time is finished, drain the potatoes well in a colander and add to a mixing bowl.
Step 2: Next, add the chopped boiled eggs, salt, pepper, bacon pieces and dill to the cooked potatoes. Lightly stir the mixture to incorporate the ingredients together.
Step 3: Next, make the potato salad dressing. In a small bowl combine mayonnaise with mustard then add to the potato mixture. Use a spatula to mix all of the ingredients together. Reserve a few pieces of the cooked bacon for garnish if desired. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
Southern style short cut small batch potato salad with bacon, perfect for two to four people.
Peel, wash and cut the potatoes into bite sized cubes.
Add the potatoes to a cooking pot and cover with water.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, set a timer and cook the potatoes for 8 minutes.
Next, drain the cooked potatoes well in a colander and add to a mixing bowl.
Next, add the salt, pepper, dill and cooked bacon to the potatoes and lightly mix together.
Next, prepare the dressing by combining the mayonnaise and mustard in a small bowl then add to the potato mixture.
Using a spatula, combine the ingredients until everything is coated with the dressing mixture.
Reserve a few pieces of cooked bacon for garnish, if desired.
If you do not have boiled eggs and cooked bacon on hand, no worries, it takes about ten minutes to prepare and can be done while the potatoes cook. Save time by boiling the eggs with the potatoes.
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On the designs are 4 rings in which just 3 of them are made use of in ASA fires. The 14 ring is not made use of typically due to the fact that in order to rating, the archer has to call it initially prior to capturing. The ones normally targeted are the 12 ring that is inside the 10 ring, which in turn is inside the 8 rings. Satisfaction of possession is usually mentioned as a factor for having a Martin bow.
Influence Archery competitors frequently make use of the ‘Dual Authority’ rounded system in which the archers fire an influence round two times or 36 arrowheads 2 times. In Dual Influence, the arrowheads can either be fired in one instruction, called one method, or in both instructions, called 2 means. All kinds of Bow strategies, such as the recurve bow, substance bow, longbow, or the bare bow might be utilized by the rival.
The Gold ring is worth 5 factors, the Red is worth 4 factors, the blue ring is worth 3 factors, the black is worth 2 factors as well as the white ring is worth one factor. The assigned marker calls each archer as well as the archer will certainly call out their ratings to him as they select up their arrowheads. The archer with the most factors of success. This archery is owing to the fact that they are created from the point of view of individuals that have experience managing various brand names of items of this kind. You will certainly have the ability to access the most effective items that are well worth your cash if you focus on these details.
A fascinating attribute of Martin bows is their visual allure. Martin bows are not simply remarkable to hold, they are stunning to consider. Of certain note are the recurves and also longbows. Magnificent all-natural timbers are sculpted, brightened and also laminated flooring to produce a tool of wonderful precision as well as equivalent appeal.


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As a former Stylist and Cutting Instructor at the world renowned Sassoon Academy in Los Angeles, California and a Sassoon Academy Director in Miami, Florida Mike decided he could no longer ignore a driving pull towards a new vision.
After 10 years of experience in the industry he decided it was time to break away from Sassoon and create his own unique brand and The Kingly Hair Group was born.
Today Mike continues to share the same knowledge and experience from his time at Sassoon as he travels across the USA and Internationally with The Kingly Academy system teaching high-end technical seminars, as well as group and private session at his studio in San Diego California.
“I ALWAYS take suitability into account. From actual physical features & textures to lifestyle, It has to work for who I’m cutting on. That always gives me a firm assessment on what I can do and how far I can push design.
In this insightful technique packed Online Seminar you will learn, Convex Layering, Concave Layering, Round Graduation and Disconnection and more.
In this seminar Mike focuses on pure technique to create a beautiful internal triangular graduation on textured hair.
Filmed on location at the kingly Academy in San Diego, California, Mike continues to share his vast knowledge and experience from his time at Vidal Sassoon with this CHIC take on a bold classic.
Learn how to control convex round layers with combined square layers to create a fluid long layered shape.
“With this look we explore an alternative combination of contrasting technique and shape through application of a convex curving layer in the back existing within a square shape.
This seminar is loaded with tips and tricks that every stylist should learn and have in their creative tool belt.
Learn how to utilize creative sectioning and innovative techniques to create a commercial friendly look which can be worn sleek and chic or with a soft tussled feel created by a technical approach to texture.
Heavy round graduation was utilized through the back to keep strength on the outline and act as a structured base for the layering technique.


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I am going to speak for the first time in SQLRally 2015.
Talking about how data mining approach proposed by Microsoft can help industry to identify their potential customers.
SQL Bits 2015 (XIV) is close to happen in March from 4th to 7th in London.
it always matter to choose suitable data type for the columns in table.
e.g : employee_hiredate : DATE–> if the user enter the string value such as “November” database engine report an error to user.
3. waste the memory: choosing appropriate type for your data.
e.g choosing an integer type for a field “Flag” which just hold “Y” or “N” is not an appropriate choice. imagine that there are around 100000 rows . So instead of allocating 200000 bit to “Flag” field, by choosing Integer type, system will allocate around 1200000 bit which about 800000 are useless.
4- if your data need to present small or very large number with out and they don’t need accuracy then using Float and Real data type is a wise decision.
5-Fixed type or dynamic one. (varchar vs char or Nchar vs Nvarchar) , when data need to be updated frequently it is good to choose a fixed type such as char or Nchar, however dynamic one (nvarchar) are good for saving storage .
In the most marketing departments, the tactical question is about who are going to buy our products. It is more cost effective to identify and spend money on highly potential customers (than those who are not likely to purchase). This also affects the advertisement strategy. Potential customers and their traits can be identified by analysing previous purchasing information. Management experts can predict who is going to be their new customers by analysing their current customer purchase information. There are many data mining algorithms which can help with this task. Microsoft Business Intelligence employs data mining algorithms that are deployed in an easy to use environment. This demonstration based session will show how to use previous customer purchase information to predict potential customers. We will discuss how to set data sets and use different data mining algorithms to get predictive results and then demonstrate how to find the best predictions.


text: Indian Creek Condos offer great location&easy access to many amenities in the area. This unit is updated w granite countertops in kitchen&oversized sink, custom cabinets w lots of drawers, laundry closet w stackable washer&dryer. Large living room offers space for more formal area, w the library offering a more casual sitting area or office area.Pocket doors into library&kitchen.Courtyard out backdoor is 19X12, w 2 covered parking spaces at gate.

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Do you feel backed into a corner for kitchen storage? Then perhaps the Blind Corner Pantry is worth some consideration in your next project? This is great option to maximise storage when pressured for space.
The Blind Corner Pantry is a simple and very modern take on the traditional corner pantry. Essentially just a large 2-door pantry – but one of the doors is a fixed or ‘blind’ panel which allows adjacent cabinets to be placed right into the corner against it.
The Blind Corner Pantry is much more effective in terms of footprint, and offers the ability to maximise storage in a tight layout, and is cheaper than a typical Corner Pantry option.
Select and insert a Tall Blind Corner Pantry from the TALL CABINETS section on the scroll bar and rotate and place into the desired position.
While you can insert other tall cabinets into the corner, more often a combination of Floor and Wall cabinets are laid adjacent. Either option is fine if it suits your design requirements.
Insert an adjacent cabinet (in this case a 632mm Underbench Microwave with matching Wall Cabinet) and place this cabinet approximately 50-100mm away from the blind corner cabinet… (remember each grid square represents 50mm).
The type of cabinet is not important – whatever cabinet your design calls for can be used – but remember we try to keep appliances out of corners (so don’t use a dishwasher or appliance cabinet).
Ensure the adjacent cabinet is selected (it will have the green outline) and the select ADD LEFT from the Filler Panel option under the Product Details panel.
You will see the grey filler take up the space… The colour of this filler panel follows the cabinet that you selected first. Need to check it? You can view the colour in 3D and will also see the colour listed on the quote.
Now repeat for the Wall Cabinet!
This is relevant if you are running floor cabinets into the Blind Corner Pantry.
As elsewhere in your design – if you have selected a Filler Panel than your benchtop will run through over the top also.
While ideally not designed to stand on its own – you can certainly include a Fridge Overhead cabinet next to it – this is a very clever way to have a pantry and a fridge with extra storage on a short wall under 2000mm long – perhaps next to a door way while still maximising benchtop space elsewhere in the design.
The Blind Corner Pantry offers a compact and cost effective means of maximizing storage in your kitchen… Have a go and see what you can do with your easy DIY kitchen cabinet layout!


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Nestled alongside India, China and Thailand, sits the enchanting Southeast Asian nation of Myanmar. Formerly known as Burma, the country is now stepping out from its tumultuous history plagued with civil war, occupation and military rule. Known for its towering golden pagodas and devout Buddhist followers, there is more to this formerly closed nation than meets the eye.
Burma was renamed Myanmar in 1989, however some western nations, like the U.S., refuse to recognize the change.
The Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon is the country's most famous site and a revered Buddhist monument; it was erected more than 2,500 years ago using 22,041 solid bars of gold.
Traditional Burmese dance features double-jointed performers who bend wrists, elbows, knees, ankles, fingers and toes to stylized choreography.
In Burmese culture, white, or albino, elephants are worshipped. The animals are collected by politicians to bring good luck in elections. Currently eight white elephants are actively involved in blessing the country's affairs.
About 5,000 elephants are employed throughout the country in forestry operations to haul logs. Elephants start timber-work at age five and typically retire at age 53.
Burmese women and children smear fragrant paste made from tree bark, called thanaka, on their faces to combat the sun.
In the mountainous northeastern regions of Myanmar, the local diet consists of insect larvae, ants and grasshoppers.
Burmese people don't only drink tea, but eat it as well. Lahpet, or tea-leaf salad, consists of fermented tea leaves packed into bamboo tubes along with a variety of spices and accompaniments.
The Myanmar border with Laos and Thailand is often referred to as the "Golden Triangle." It is regarded as lawless badlands overrun with drug lords, arms dealers and insurgent armies, and is the primary poppy crop region for opium production.
Myanmar is the second-largest producer of opium in the world after Afghanistan, producing around a fifth of the world's supply.
100 days after the birth of a child, the parents invite family and friends to a naming ceremony where the baby is given a name based on astrological calculations.
There are no family surnames in Burmese culture or shared names between children and parents; Burmese women keep their maiden names upon marriage.
The term "U" is added to the names of senior figures in Burmese culture to signify honor and respect.
Burmese girls mark the end of childhood at age 9 with an ear-piercing ceremony.

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KALAMAZOO, MI -- It could be a while before its clear what caused a trail to derail in downtown Kalamazoo earlier this week.
Damien Cantrell, general manager of Grand Elk Railroad, said Thursday that he couldn't say for sure when an investigation into the incident will be complete. Cantrell said a statement will be released when more information is available, but the company is "in the middle" of its investigation.
Railroads are required to notify the Federal Railroad Administration when various types of accidents and incidents occur. Cantrell said the agency was notified of the June 3 derailment.
Grand Elk must submit an accident report to the federal agency by the end of August. FRA will post the report on its online safety database by Oct. 1.
A spokesperson confirmed the Federal Railroad Administration is aware of the Grand Elk Railroad train derailment, but it isn't conducting an ongoing investigation of this accident.
At around 6:50 a.m. Tuesday, the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety responded to an overturned train where the railroad curves east at East Kalamazoo Avenue. Fifteen cars tipped over at the curve, striking a utility pole and a building.
Cantrell said the overturned cars were empty; no cargo was damaged. The train was carrying mixed cargo, including scrap metal, wheat, lumber and paper, he said.
The train was not carrying hazardous materials. No one was injured in the incident.
East Kalamazoo Avenue was closed for most of the day Tuesday. The last train car was brought upright at about 9:30 p.m. on July 3, and all roads were opened up by about 10 p.m.
City staff were assisted by the Kalamazoo County Office of Emergency Management, Grand Elk Railroad, Michigan Department of Transportation and Consumers Energy.
MDOT Spokesperson Nick Schirripa said the state agency will play a "tertiary" role in the investigation, only getting involved because the railroad crosses a state-owned trunkline.
Undersheriff James VanDyken said Kalamazoo County responders were at the scene for 27 hours, including deputies from the reserve division. A request will be made to reimburse the county for its services, though VanDyken couldn't say how much will be sought.
Deputy City Manager Jeff Chamberlain said the city will not be involved in the investigation.
It's not clear if the city will be reimbursed for resources dedicated toward the cleanup.
"We as a city respond to all kinds of disasters and accidents and typically don't get reimbursed for those," Chamberlain said. "We did track staff time and expenses and we'll see where that goes."
Drivers in Kalamazoo have long been frustrated with trains that cross the city's high volume east-west travel route. Chamberlain said the June 3 incident could open the door for future conversations about alleviating traffic concerns.
Traffic is often blocked without warning as slow-moving trains block the intersection, sometimes coming to a complete stop on the tracks.
When you tell somebody, 'Hey, you might want to allow an extra hour,' that's a little unreasonable, one businessman said.
City officials have tried to partner with Grand Elk Railroad, one of several short-line railroads owned by Watco Companies of Pittsburg, Kansas. But finding solutions to reduce traffic disruptions hasn't been easy.
Trains sometimes back up to change directions, a process which snarls downtown traffic. There have been "preliminary discussions" about moving lines that trains use to switch tracks, Chamberlain said, which are expected to continue.
In the mid-1980s, the public was asked to vote on whether to fund an overpass that would move vehicle traffic over rail lines. The ballot question overpass was soundly defeated.
Overall, Chamberlain said first responders did a great job protecting the public and keeping the area clear for heavy machinery to operate.
"Thankfully there was minimal damage to property and no loss of life, so we're very grateful for that," Chamberlain said. "(Grand Elk Railroad) is in the process of investigating what went wrong and why, to make sure something like this doesn't happen again."
The railroad covers 143 miles running from Grand Rapids to Elkhart, Indiana.
Commodities commonly shipped on the railroad include sand, plastics, metals, forest products, agricultural products, and aggregates.
"It's something they have done hundreds of times before safely, (we're) not sure why this time the train derailed," Chamberlain said.


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This is a staple of the celebrity beauty diet for a reason: It works. A glass of warm water with lemon in the morning jump-starts your digestive system and sets everything off on the right foot, right away. For an added kick, sprinkle in some cinnamon or cayenne pepper for extra anti-inflammatory power.
Whether or not you ditch the lemon after that first cup, stick to H2O throughout the day. Water prevents common causes of bloating like constipation and dehydration and doesn’t contain any stomach-expanding ingredients like sweeteners and carbonation that are present in other drinks like soda (yes, even diet) and seltzer.
Lactose sensitivity is way more common than you probably think--even if you possibly have the mildest case. Many people experience some form of negative side effects (most often gas and bloating) after milk, cheese or yogurt. We’re not saying cut these out for good, but ahead of a big event, steer clear of dairy just to be safe, since you never really know how your body is going to react.
Obvious but true: Salt causes the body to retain water, so it’s best to stick to pepper when you’re looking to feel slimmer.
When you eat too quickly, you swallow more air, which can cause bloat. Chew slower and more mindfully and maybe skip the after-lunch gum (which has a similar effect) while you’re at it.
A number of foods are great at getting rid of unwanted bloat. Asparagus stimulates the growth of good gut bacteria; bananas contain high levels of potassium to flush excess sodium out of your system; and watermelons (90 percent water) also have natural diuretic properties. Snack accordingly.
If your eyes and cheeks are looking especially puffy, try this incredibly simple trick: Wrap an ice cube in a thin tea towel and rub over the affected areas. This eases inflammation and makes your features look instantly more defined.
Before a big night out, consider a quick yoga sequence aimed at increasing blood flow to your digestive tract and ridding your internal organs of constipation-causing toxins. (We like this super-simple five-pose routine.) Also consider an abdominal massage, which increases blood flow and soothes your muscles (and also works wonders on period cramps).
As corny as it sounds, a lot of confidence comes from within. Walk into a room with your shoulders pulled back and head held high, knowing that you look great regardless. (And maybe pull in your core while you’re at it.) Chances are you’ll end up feeling and looking way better than if you were to walk in hunched over and emanating bad vibes. Fake it till you make it, folks.


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