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[rockandstorm]

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[seraphinitegames]

Hey, Mishka!!!

I've been replaying TWC over the last couple of months, and must say, it's been an entirely rejuvenating experience for me. Like, I was reading it the first time, although I've replayed the series quite too many (worrying number) of times already. And it still manages to amaze me, EVERY SINGLE TIME.

I've repeated this in the past, and I'll repeat it again. The Wayhaven Chronicles is a blessing for me and I'm sincerely thankful to have come across it when I did. And I'm grateful to you for making this lovely world a reality (and of course, the four beautiful vamps)! Really eager for Book 4 and have already player the demo; can say it's gonna be worth the wait. It every time is.

Replaying the series in the last few months, I had a certain uncontrollable urge to drop and ask a few questions to you. Apologize in advance for the long ask and message, but it had been bottling up inside of me for SOOOOOO LONG.

1. In Book 1, when we're to lead the investigation in one of the three directions, is there any way to get success in any direction without Bobby making a big joke out of our investigation in the newspaper?

2. In Book 2, when Nicole and Max Salinas come to report their incident, can Tina actually find out anything unusual? If so, what is actually needed to explain that?

3. In Book 3, I noticed if we choose to go the final mission alone, depending on the route chosen, Boddy/Doug will end up tagging along as well, jeopardizing everything. Is there still a way to complete the mission successfully and rescuing everyone like it happens when we go along with Rebecca?

4. Less of a question, but more of a plea. Please tell me we can get a pet anytime in the series. I was just curious if we can get one.

5. How powerful is the big baddie in Book 4 compared to Unit Bravo? You don't need to answer if this verges on spoiler-y territory.

Really sorry to overwhelm you with this, but it's just months and months of joy, happiness, and sheer ecstasy making me blabber on about this world like this. Thanks once again, for making this truly beautiful story, world, and the vampires a reality.

Have a good day!!!! Lots of love from India!!

You can never play a game you love too many times (I keep telling myself that as I gradually burn a hole into my poor old console playing Dragon Age over and over, lol!)! If it brings you happiness, then that's what is important! :D

Ok, let's see about the questions...it's been a whole since I've gone through the older games without being in editing mode, hehe!

I don't think so...Bobby is, well, Bobby. And that scene was there very much to establish their character and show the player what type of person they are.

I don't think so, again. If there's anything unusual or odd, then I usually like to let the MC find that instead of it happening 'off-screen' so it's more impactful for the player—unless it's Verda discovering stuff, because that needs to happen for…reasons.

Iirc, in the Bobby/Doug routes, you get the auction scene, so a lot of that branch involves focusing on saving yourself! But the other team that joins Unit Bravo will help in saving a lot of the captives in that version.

I would love that being a massive animal companion fan myself, hehe! But likely not, just because the MC is away a lot from home, and that's unfair on the pet, even a fictional one, lol. I was tempted to give the MC a supernatural pet that hung around at the facility—that was definitely a strong idea at one point just so I could write a pet in the series for those that wanted it (me, I was the one who wanted it, hehe!) :D

**BOOK FOUR DEMO SPOILERS AHEAD** It's not just that Book Four's villain is terrifyingly powerful (or will be. They are, thankfully for the MC and UB, in a weakened state for a while due to what's happened to them and what happened in Chapter Two) but it's a lot to do with the fact that their power specifically counteracts and weakens Unit Bravo's. So that's a double whammy!

Thank you SO incredibly much for the amazing message! It means more than you can know <3

[theculturedmarxist]

The contradictions of China-bashing in the United States begin with how often it is flat-out untrue.

The Wall Street Journal reports that the “Chinese spy” balloon that President Joe Biden shot down with immense patriotic fanfare in February did not in fact transmit pictures or anything else to China.

White House economists have been trying to excuse persistent US inflation saying it is a global problem and inflation is worse elsewhere in the world. China’s inflation rate is 0.7% year on year.

Financial media outlets stress how China’s GDP growth rate is lower than it used to be. China now estimates that its 2023 GDP growth will be 5-5.5%. Estimates for the US GDP growth rate in 2023, meanwhile, vacillate around 1-2%.

China-bashing has intensified into denial and self-delusion – it is akin to pretending that the United States did not lose wars in Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iraq and more.

The BRICS coalition (China and its allies) now has a significantly larger global economic footprint (higher total GDP) than the Group of Seven (the United States and its allies).

China is outgrowing the rest of the world in research and development expenditures.

The American empire (like its foundation, American capitalism) is not the dominating global force it once was right after World War II. The empire and the economy have shrunk in size, power and influence considerably since then. And they continue to do so.

Putting that genie back into the bottle is a battle against history that the United States is not likely to win.

The Russia delusion

Denial and self-delusion about the changing world economy have led to major strategic mistakes. US leaders predicted before and shortly after February 2022, when the Ukraine war began, for example, that Russia’s economy would crash from the effects of the “greatest of all sanctions,” led by the United States. Some US leaders still believe that the crash will take place (publicly, if not privately) despite there being no such indication.

Such predictions badly miscalculated the economic strength and potential of Russia’s allies in the BRICS. Led by China and India, the BRICS nations responded to Russia’s need for buyers of its oil and gas.

The United States made its European allies cut off purchasing Russian oil and gas as part of the sanctions war against the Kremlin over Ukraine. However, US pressure tactics used on China, India, and many other nations (inside and outside BRICS) likewise to stop buying Russian exports failed. They not only purchased oil and gas from Russia but then also re-exported some of it to European nations.

World power configurations had followed the changes in the world economy at the expense of the US position.

The military delusion

War games with allies, threats from US officials, and US warships off China’s coast may delude some to imagine that these moves intimidate China. The reality is that the military disparity between China and the United States is smaller now than it has ever been in modern China’s history.

China’s military alliances are the strongest they have ever been. Intimidation that did not work from the time of the Korean War and since then will certainly not be effective now.

Former president Donald Trump’s tariff and trade wars were meang, US officials said, to persuade China to change its “authoritarian” economic system. If so, that aim was not achieved. The United States simply lacks the power to force the matter.

American polls suggest that media outlets have been successful in a) portraying China’s advances economically and technologically as a threat, and b) using that threat to lobby against regulations of US high-tech industries.

The tech delusion

Of course, business opposition to government regulation predates China’s emergence. However, encouraging hostility toward China provides convenient additional cover for all sorts of business interests.

China’s technological challenge flows from and depends on a massive educational effort based on training far more STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) students than the United States does. Yet US business does not support paying taxes to fund education equivalently.

The reporting by the media on this issue rarely covers that obvious contradiction and politicians mostly avoid it as dangerous to their electoral prospects.

Scapegoating China joins with scapegoating immigrants, BIPOCs (black and Indigenous people of color), and many of the other usual targets.

The broader decline of the US empire and capitalist economic system confronts the nation with the stark question: Whose standard of living will bear the burden of the impact of this decline? The answer to that question has been crystal clear: The US government will pursue austerity policies (cut vital public services) and will allow price inflation and then rising interest rates that reduce living standards and jobs.

Coming on top of 2020’s combined economic crash and Covid-19 pandemic, the middle- and-lower-income majority have so far borne most of the cost of the United States’ decline. That has been the pattern followed by declining empires throughout human history: Those who control wealth and power are best positioned to offload the costs of decline on to the general population.

The real sufferings of that population cause vulnerability to the political agendas of demagogues. They offer scapegoats to offset popular upset, bitterness and anger.

Leading capitalists and the politicians they own welcome or tolerate scapegoating as a distraction from those leaders’ responsibilities for mass suffering. Demagogic leaders scapegoat old and new targets: immigrants, BIPOCs, women, socialists, liberals, minorities of various kinds, and foreign threats.

The scapegoating usually does little more than hurt its intended victims. Its failure to solve any real problem keeps that problem alive and available for demagogues to exploit at a later stage (at least until scapegoating’s victims resist enough to end it).

The contradictions of scapegoating include the dangerous risk that it overflows its original purposes and causes capitalism more problems than it relieves.

If anti-immigrant agitation actually slows or stops immigration (as has happened recently in the United States), domestic labor shortages may appear or worsen, which may drive up wages, and thereby hurt profits.

If racism similarly leads to disruptive civil disturbances (as has happened recently in France), profits may be depressed.

If China-bashing leads the United States and Beijing to move further against US businesses investing in and trading with China, that could prove very costly to the US economy. That this may happen now is a dangerous consequence of China-bashing.

Working together (briefly)

Because they believed it would be in the US interest, then-president Richard Nixon resumed diplomatic and other relations with Beijing during his 1972 trip to the country. Chinese chairman Mao Zedong, premier Zhou Enlai, and Nixon started a period of economic growth, trade, investment and prosperity for both China and the United States.

The success of that period prompted China to seek to continue it. That same success prompted the United States in recent years to change its attitude and policies. More accurately, that success prompted US political leaders like Trump and Biden to now perceive China as the enemy whose economic development represents a threat. They demonize the Beijing leadership accordingly.

The majority of US mega-corporations disagree. They profited mightily from their access to the Chinese labor force and the rapidly growing Chinese market since the 1980s. That was a large part of what they meant when they celebrated “neoliberal globalization.” A significant part of the US business community, however, wants continued access to China.

The fight inside the United States now pits major parts of the US business community against Biden and his equally “neoconservative” foreign-policy advisers. The outcome of that fight depends on domestic economic conditions, the presidential election campaign, and the political fallout of the Ukraine war as well the ongoing twists and turns of the China-US relations.

The outcome also depends on how the masses of Chinese and US people understand and intervene in relations between these two countries. Will they see through the contradictions of China-bashing to prevent war, seek mutual accommodation, and thereby rebuild a new version of the joint prosperity that existed before Trump and Biden?

This article was produced by Economy for All, a project of the Independent Media Institute, which provided it to Asia Times.

[burntlikethesun]

Fic: First Day

Donna Noble embarks on her first day at UNIT, 10 weeks after we left her at the end of The Giggle.

Donna had opted to use the tube for her first day. Did UNIT Tower have an underground carpark? She made a mental note to ask someone. If she was going to be saving the planet every week, she felt she deserved a commute that didn’t involve standing with her face in someone’s armpit.

Maybe she could have her own personal driver- no, that would be pushing it. She could still barely believe she’d talked her way into a £120k a year job when this time last year she was doing admin on a fixed term contract for a recruitment company which made them all fork out for their own Christmas party. Now she was a permanent employee of an international organisation defending the Earth!

She had taken a while to agree on a start date - first of all her house had been demolished in an alien skirmish, so she felt like she needed to be settled in her new home before embracing her new role as Consultant Advisor under Kate Stewart. She did feel slightly nervous about the responsibility awaiting her, but she had done so much already that surely the only difference was now she was being financially compensated for her efforts. She had been sent a welcome pack in the post, containing her contract for signing and the company handbook that had some old country house emblazoned on the cover. Very National Trust, apart from the almost comical wooden sign reading ‘Ministry of Defence. U.N.I.T. Headquarters. KEEP OUT.’. Clearly they needed to update their marketing materials, now they sit at the top of a swish skyscraper in central London, complete with a helipad, and according to Shirley, the best coffee machine this side of the Milky Way.

The house had been quiet as she left that morning. Shaun was dead to the world after a late night taxi shift, and Sylvia had taken Wilf to visit Minnie. The Doctor, having made himself a resident of her back garden, had recently begun reaching out to old friends, now that he had an address to visit. She was charmed to meet Ace, bemused by the robot dog trundling alongside her, and Tegan made her hoot with laughter when she gave the Doctor a dressing down for saying she used to complain a lot. Jo Jones had embraced her so enthusiastically that she knocked her mother’s favourite vase off a table (thank God, it looked hideous), and she’d been overjoyed to host a raucous wine night when Martha finally found out about her getting her memories back and rushed round with a bag of clinking bottles to make up for lost time.

This morning there was a square patch on the grass which the TARDIS had vacated the previous day, as the Doctor had decided to pay a visit to an elderly couple named Ben and Polly in India, and a time space machine is less hassle than Heathrow. Rose had begged to go too but Donna had reminded her that she had mocks soon, and last time she’d gone on a daytrip with the Doctor she’d missed a week of school as they’d ended up in Ancient Athens, returning with their tails between their legs. As consolation, she let Rose stay overnight with another girl from school to revise for their exams. She was doing her A Levels but was disengaged outside of Art and Design. Maybe UNIT had a work experience program? Not out in the field of course, she didn’t want to encourage that; maybe they needed a new logo designing, or a rethink on their uniforms. She could see Rose sketching out a new look for the troops, the current all black look didn’t compare to the chic red berets she remembered from the ATMOS factory. Although knowing Rose’s taste they’d end up all furry with googly eyes on their helmets and pipe cleaners and pom poms on their chests. Maybe not, then.

Walking through the automatic shining glass doors stamped with the organisation’s insignia, Donna’s stomach threatened to do backflips. She refused to let misplaced imposter syndrome spoil this for her. She’d saved the universe, every universe, for crying out loud. If she could survive being locked in with rabid Ood, sneak through a Sontaran battleship undetected, deduct that a generations-long war had only lasted a week, and outthink the Not-things, she was ready for whatever life working for UNIT could throw at her.

“Hello, darling!”, a voice sang out, and Donna looked across the reception area and saw a familiar mane of red hair. “I came down to meet you!” beamed Mel. 

“You’ve not come to let me down gently then?” Donna laughed, still slightly nervous, but the butterflies inside her calming in the presence of her friend.

“Don’t be ridiculous, come on, let's get you set up upstairs.”, Mel said, whisking her briskly to the lifts, waving to the receptionist to let them through the security barriers. “There’s so much to do! We need to get your photo ID pass sorted, your hair looks gorgeous by the way, and - oh you’ve arrived just in time, our Shadow Proclamation liaison is off sick and we’ve had communication last night from the Judoon that they need jurisdiction to arrest a minor royal for trafficking Graskes - complete crisis. Kate’s on it but needs support arranging rendition.”

“Judoon? Space Rhinos, yoyo velcro tesco fomo; we’re already acquainted.” Donna replied as the doors slid open with a soft ‘ding’. “Let me at ‘em”.

[tubetrading]

Fiery Flavour:  The Art and Science of Crafting Jalapeno Sauce in India

Jalapeno sauce is a culinary delight that adds a fiery kick to dishes, tantalizing taste buds with its bold flavor profile.  In recent years, this spicy condiment has gained popularity not only in India but also across the globe, including in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).  As a leading manufacturer in India, Modern Food Products is dedicated to mastering the art and science of crafting premium Jalapeno sauce that satisfies the cravings of spice enthusiasts everywhere.  In this blog post, we shall delve into the intricate process of producing Jalapeno sauce, explore its growing demand in the UAE market, and highlight the private labelling services offered by Modern Food Products to cater to diverse customer needs.

The Essence of Jalapeno Sauce

Jalapeno sauce is more than just a condiment; it is a culinary experience that combines heat, flavor, and versatility.  At Modern Food Products, we understand the importance of capturing the essence of fresh Jalapeno peppers to create a sauce that excites the palate.  Our Jalapeno sauce is crafted using premium-quality Jalapeno peppers sourced from trusted growers, ensuring optimal flavor and heat levels that elevate any dish.

The Art of Crafting Jalapeno Sauce

Crafting the perfect Jalapeno sauce requires a delicate balance of ingredients and meticulous attention to detail.  Here is a glimpse into the artistry behind our Jalapeno sauce production process:

1.   Ingredient Selection:  We start by hand-selecting the finest Jalapeno peppers, ensuring they are ripe, firm, and bursting with flavor.  Alongside Jalapenos, we carefully choose complementary ingredients such as vinegar, garlic, onions, and spices to enhance the sauce's depth and complexity.

2.   Roasting and Blending:  To unlock the full flavor potential of Jalapeno peppers, we roast them to perfection, imparting a smoky undertone to the sauce.  The roasted Jalapenos are then blended with other ingredients to achieve a smooth and consistent texture, ensuring every bite delivers a burst of fiery flavor.

3.   Cooking and Seasoning:  The blended ingredients are cooked down to intensify the flavors and achieve the desired consistency.  Throughout the cooking process, we meticulously season the sauce with the perfect balance of salt, sugar, and spices, ensuring a harmonious flavor profile that leaves a lasting impression.

4.   Packaging:  Once the Jalapeno sauce reaches its optimal flavor and texture, it is carefully packaged in jars or bottles designed to preserve freshness and extend shelf life.  Our packaging solutions are not only functional but also visually appealing, reflecting the premium quality of our Jalapeno sauce.

Jalapeno Sauce:  A Spicy Sensation in the UAE Market

The UAE market has a growing appetite for bold and flavorful condiments, making Jalapeno sauce a popular choice among consumers.  As a leading Jalapeno sauce manufacturer in India, Modern Food Products is proud to serve the UAE market with our premium-quality products.  Whether used as a dipping sauce, marinade, or flavor enhancer, our Jalapeno sauce adds an irresistible zing to a wide range of dishes, from sandwiches and tacos to grilled meats and seafood.

Private Labelling Services for Custom Solutions

At Modern Food Products, we understand that every customer has unique preferences and requirements.  That is why we offer comprehensive private labelling services to cater to diverse needs and preferences.  Whether you are a retailer, distributor, or foodservice provider in the UAE looking to offer Jalapeno sauce under your own brand, we can collaborate with you to create custom solutions that align with your brand identity and specifications.

Our private labelling services encompass:

Custom Formulation:  We work closely with clients to develop custom formulations tailored to their desired flavor profile, heat level, and packaging preferences.  Whether you prefer a mild, medium, or hot Jalapeno sauce, we can adjust the recipe to meet your specifications.

Branding and Packaging:  Our team of graphic designers can assist you in designing eye-catching labels and packaging that showcase your brand identity and appeal to your target audience.  From label design to bottle customization, we ensure that your private label Jalapeno sauce stands out on the shelves.

Quality Assurance:  As a trusted Jalapeno sauce manufacturer, we adhere to strict quality control measures throughout the production process to ensure consistency, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards.  With our private labelling services, you can rest assured that your branded Jalapeno sauce meets the highest quality standards.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Jalapeno sauce is a spicy sensation that has captured the hearts and taste buds of consumers in India and the UAE alike.  At Modern Food Products, we take pride in our expertise in crafting premium Jalapeno sauce that delivers unparalleled flavor and quality.  Whether you are a consumer seeking an authentic Jalapeno sauce experience or a business looking to launch your own private label Jalapeno sauce, we have the resources and capabilities to meet your needs.  Contact us today to explore our range of Jalapeno sauce products and private labelling services, and elevate your culinary creations with a touch of fiery flavor.

[mayooramcruises]

World Tourism Day: Celebrating the Joy of Travel and Exploration

Introduction Every year on September 27th, the world comes together to celebrate World Tourism Day, a momentous occasion dedicated to fostering awareness about the significance of tourism and its social, cultural, economic, and environmental value. This year's theme—Tourism and Green Investments—shines a spotlight on the crucial role of sustainability and the importance of making eco-friendly choices in the tourism sector. With the growing demand for responsible travel, this day encourages everyone to explore the world thoughtfully and sustainably.

Why Tourism Matters Tourism is not just about traveling to new places—it's about embracing new cultures, connecting with people, and discovering the beauty of diversity. It is a bridge that unites nations, promotes understanding, and stimulates economic growth. Whether it’s a local community thriving from visitor engagement or the preservation of cultural heritage, tourism plays a critical role in shaping a more inclusive and interconnected world.

Sustainable Tourism: A Step Towards Green Travel In recent years, tourism has evolved with a strong focus on sustainability. The growing awareness of climate change, over-tourism, and environmental degradation has led to the rise of eco-friendly travel practices. From reducing carbon footprints to supporting local businesses and communities, sustainable tourism emphasizes preserving natural habitats while creating economic opportunities for local populations. Green investments, such as renewable energy in hotels, eco-friendly transportation, and conservation initiatives, are vital to ensuring tourism's longevity and minimal impact on the environment.

Top Destinations for Sustainable Travel For travelers seeking eco-friendly experiences, here are some standout destinations that exemplify sustainable tourism:

Kerala, India – Known as “God's Own Country,” Kerala is a pioneer in responsible tourism with its eco-friendly houseboats, community-based tourism projects, and promotion of natural wellness practices like Ayurveda. Visitors can explore the serene backwaters, take village tours, and witness traditional cultural performances while contributing to local economies.

Costa Rica – This small Central American country is globally recognized for its biodiversity and commitment to eco-tourism. Over a quarter of the country is protected land, offering visitors access to rainforests, waterfalls, and an abundance of wildlife in an environmentally conscious way.

New Zealand – With its spectacular landscapes, from mountains to beaches, New Zealand promotes low-impact tourism through initiatives like carbon-neutral travel, wildlife preservation programs, and sustainable accommodations.

Norway – Known for its fjords and stunning Arctic landscapes, Norway encourages travelers to explore its natural wonders in sustainable ways, such as by using electric ferries and supporting the preservation of the Northern Lights through responsible tourism.

How You Can Make a Difference As a traveler, you can be part of the solution by making conscious choices that benefit the environment and local communities. Here’s how you can contribute:

Choose Eco-Friendly Accommodations: Opt for hotels and resorts that have sustainable practices, such as using renewable energy, reducing plastic use, and promoting local culture and heritage.

Support Local: Eat at locally owned restaurants, buy souvenirs from artisans, and engage in community-driven tourism projects that directly benefit the local population.

Respect Nature: When visiting natural sites, be mindful of wildlife, stick to marked trails, and reduce your waste by carrying reusable items like water bottles and bags.

Travel Smart: Use public transportation, walk, or cycle where possible to reduce your carbon footprint. Consider carbon offsetting for flights.

The Future of Tourism The future of tourism lies in our hands. By prioritizing sustainability and supporting green investments, we can help create a world where travel remains a source of joy and discovery for generations to come. The tourism industry, governments, and travelers all have a part to play in shaping a future where tourism enhances, rather than harms, the environments and communities we visit.

Conclusion This World Tourism Day, let’s celebrate the beauty of exploration while committing to a more responsible, sustainable, and inclusive way of traveling. Whether you're embarking on an epic adventure across continents or enjoying the wonders of your local area, remember that tourism is not just a personal journey—it’s a shared global responsibility.

So, pack your bags, make eco-conscious choices, and let's journey toward a brighter, more sustainable world! 🌍✨

#WorldTourismDay #SustainableTravel #GreenTourism #ExploreResponsibly

[brookstonalmanac]

Holidays 8.29

Holidays

According To Hoyle Day

Arbor Day (Argentina)

Bill & Frank Day

Black Book Clubs Day

Celestial Marriage Day (a.k.a. Polygamy; Mormons)

Clean Your Keyboard Day

Day of Loose Talk

Day of Remembrance of the Defenders of Ukraine (Ukraine)

Fennel Day (French Republic)

Flag Day (Spain)

Galatea Asteroid Day

Gamer’s Day (Mexico, Spain)

Happy Housewives Holiday

Head Day (Iceland)

Hurricane Katrina Anniversary Day (New Orleans)

Individual Rights Day

International Day Against Nuclear Tests (UN)

Judgment Day (in the film “The Terminator”)

Marine Corps Reserve Day

Michael Jackson Day

Miners’ Day (Ukraine)

Municipal Police Day (Poland)

National Caretaker Appreciation Day (Canada)

National College Colors Day

National Day of Lesbian Visibility (Brazil)

National Monterey County Fair Day

National Police’s Day (Poland)

National Sarcoidosis Awareness Day

National Sport Sampling Day

National Sports Day (India)

Nut Spas (Russia)

Potteries Bottle Oven Day (UK)

Targeted Individual Day

Telugu Language Day (India)

World Day of Video Games

Zipper Clasp Locker Day

Food & Drink Celebrations

Chop Suey Day

Gnocchi Day (Argentina)

International Peppercorn Day

Lemon Juice Day

More Herbs, Less Salt Day

National Swiss Winegrowers Day

Independence & Related Days

Hjalvik (Declared; 2020) [unrecognized]

Mivland (Declared; 2018) [unrecognized]

Popular Consultation Anniversary Day (East Timor)

Slovak National Uprising Anniversary Day (Slovakia)

Veyshnoria (Declared; 2017) [unrecognized]

New Year’s Days

First Day of Thoth (Ancient Egypt)

5th & Last Thursday in August

Cabernet Day [Thursday before Labor Day]

Daffodil Day (Australia) [Last Thursday]

National Banana Pudding Day [Last Thursday]

National Cabernet Sauvignon Day [Last Thursday]

Thirsty Thursday [Every Thursday]

Thoughtful Thursday [Thursday of Be Kind to Humankind Week]

Three-Bean Thursday [Last Thursday of Each Month]

Three for Thursday [Every Thursday]

Thrift Store Thursday [Every Thursday]

Throw Away Thursday [Last Thursday of Each Month]

Throwback Thursday [Every Thursday]

Weekly Holidays beginning August 29 (4th Full Week of August)

National Sweet Corn Week (thru 9.2)

Festivals Beginning August 29, 2024

The Blue Hill Fair (Blue Hill, Maine) [thru 9.2]

Chicago Jazz Festival (Chicago, Illinois) [thru 9.1]

Dragon Con (Atlanta, Georgia) [thru 9.2]

Epcot International Food & Wine Festival (Lake Buena Vista, Florida) [thru 11.23]

Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival (Gatineau, Canada) [thru 9.2]

Hopkinton State Fair (Contoocook, New Hampshire) [thru 9.2]

Kamiah BBQ Days (Kamiah, Idaho) [thru 8.31]

Key West BrewFest (Key West, Florida) [thru 9.2]

Lindisfarne Festival (Berwick-upon-Tweed, United Kingdom) [thru 9.1]

Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival (Morgan City, Louisiana) [thru 9.2]

National Championship Chuckwagon Races (Clinton, Arkansas) [thru 9.1]

Peach Days (Hurricane City, Utah) [thru 8.31]

Rocklahoma (Pryor, Oklahoma) [thru 9.1]

Taste to Remember (Dublin, Ohio)

Volksfeest and Bloemencorso Winterswijk (Winterswijk, Netherlands) [thr 9.1]

Feast Days

Adelphus of Metz (Christian; Saint)

Beheading of St. John the Baptist (Christian)

Blobfish Day (Pastafarian)

Day of Loose Talk (Shamanism)

Dr. Lily Rosenbloom (Muppetism)

Eadwold of Cerne (Christian; Saint)

Euphrasia Eluvathingal (Syro-Malabar Catholic Church)

Feast of Agios Ioannis (Halki, Hittitie God of Grain)

First Day of Thoth (Egyptian New Year)

Gahan Wilson Day (Church of the SubGenius; Saint)

Gelede (Mask-Wearing Ritual; Yoruba People of Nigeria)

The Great Visitation to Guaire (Celtic Book of Days)

Hajime Isayama (Artology)

Hathor’s Day (Pagan)

Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres (Artology)

John Bunyan (Episcopal Church)

John Leech (Artology)

Maurice Maeterlinck (Writerism)

Medericus (a.k.a. St. Merry; Christian; Saint)

Midnight Muffins Day (Starza Pagan Book of Days)

Nativity of Hathor (Egyptian Goddess of Joy & Drunkenness)

Oliver Wendell Holmes (Writerism)

Papin (Positivist; Saint)

Pardon of the Sea (Festival to Ahes, Pagan Goddess of the Sea; Brittany; Everyday Wicca)

René Depestre (Writerism)

Sabina (Christian; Martyr)

Sebbi (a.k.a. Sebba), King of Essex (Christian; Saint)

Sorel Etrog (Artology)

Thiruvonam (Rice Harvest Festival, Day 2; Kerala, India)

Thom Gunn (Writerism)

Vitalis, Sator and Repositus (Christian; Saints)

Lucky & Unlucky Days

Prime Number Day: 241 [53 of 72]

Sakimake (先負 Japan) [Bad luck in the morning, good luck in the afternoon.]

Unlucky Day (Grafton’s Manual of 1565) [38 of 60]

Urda (The Oldest Fate)

Premieres

At Your Service Madame (WB MM Cartoon; 1936)

Balls of Fury (Film; 2007)

Butcher's Crossing, by John Williams (Novel; 1960)

Cat-Tails for Two (WB MM Cartoon; 1953)

A Date for Dinner (Mighty Mouse Cartoon; 1947)

Definitely Maybe, by Oasis (Album; 1994)

The Early Bird Dood It! (Tex Avery MGM Cartoon; 1942)

4’33”, by John Cage (Modernist Composition; 1952)

The Fugitive final episode (Most Watched TV Show; 1967)

The Full Monty (Film; 1987)

Here Today, Gone Tamale (WB LT Cartoon; 1959)

Independent Women, by Destiny’s Child (Song; 2000)

It’s A Pity To Say Goodnight, recorded by Ella Fitzgerald (Song; 1946)

Kid Galahad (Elvis Presley Film; 1962)

Mary Poppins (Film; 1964)

Movie Mad (Ub Iwerks MGM Cartoon; 1931)

Move It, by Cliff Richard and the Drifters (Song; 1958)

One of Our States Is Missing (Super Chicken Cartoon; 1967) [#2]

Popalong Popeye (Fleischer/Famous Popeye Cartoon; 1952)

Pretty Woman, by Roy Orbison (Song; 1964)

Ridiculousness (TV Series; 2011)

Runaway, by Janet Jackson (Song; 1995)

Saint Errant, by Leslie Charteris (Short Stories 1948) [Saint #29]

Shanghai Surprise (Film; 1986)

Signing Off, by UB40 (Album; 1980)

The Skeleton Dance (Ub Iwerks Silly Symphony Disney Cartoon; 1929) [1st SS]

Twinkletoes in Hat Stuff (Animated Antics Cartoon; 1941)

Today’s Name Days

Beatrix, Johannes, Sabine (Austria)

Anastas, Anastasi, Anastasiya (Bulgaria)

Bazila, Ivan, Sabina, Sebo, Verona (Croatia)

Evelína (Czech Republic)

Johannes (Denmark)

Õnne, Õnnela (Estonia)

Iina, Iines, Inari, Inna (Finland)

Médéric, Sabine (France)

Beatrice, Johannes, Sabine (Germany)

Arkadios (Greece)

Beatrix, Erna (Hungary)

Battista, Giovanni, Sabina (Italy)

Aiga, Aigars, Armīns, Vismants (Latvia)

Barvydas, Beatričė, Gaudvydė, Sabina (Lithuania)

Jo, Johan, Jone (Norway)

Flora, Jan, Racibor, Sabina (Poland)

Nikola (Slovakia)

Juan (Spain)

Hampus, Hans (Sweden)

Candace, Candice, Poppy, Sabina, Sabra, Sabrina (USA)

Today is Also…

Day of Year: Day 242 of 2024; 124 days remaining in the year

ISO: Day 4 of Week 35 of 2024

Celtic Tree Calendar: Coll (Hazel) [Day 27 of 28]

Chinese: Month 7 (Ren-Shen), Day 26 (Yi-Chou)

Chinese Year of the: Dragon 4722 (until January 29, 2025) [Wu-Chen]

Hebrew: 25 Av 5784

Islamic: 23 Safar 1446

J Cal: 2 Gold; Oneday [1 of 30]

Julian: 16 August 2024

Moon: 18%: Waning Crescent

Positivist: 18 Gutenberg (9th Month) [Black]

Runic Half Month: Rad (Motion) [Day 7 of 15]

Season: Summer (Day 71 of 94)

Week: 4th Full Week of August

Zodiac: Virgo (Day 8 of 32)

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

In battleground Arizona, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. draws Biden and Trump voters (AP) Some voted for Donald Trump, others for Joe Biden. A few had never wanted anything to do with politics before they heard Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on a podcast or YouTube video. Lined up outside a Phoenix wedding hall tucked between a freeway, a railroad track and a U-Haul rental center, the hundreds of people who turned out Wednesday to hear Kennedy speak shared little in common ideologically. What united them was a deep-seated distrust of the media, of corporations and especially of the government and a belief that Kennedy is the only person in politics willing to tell them the truth. Voters are not enthusiastic about a Biden-Trump rematch, and alternatives like Kennedy or the No Labels third-party movement, which would typically be longshots, see an opening. Kennedy’s appearance in a 2024 battleground state highlights how he could influence the election in ways that are tough to predict. Allies of both Trump and Biden have expressed concerns that Kennedy’s independent bid could pull votes from their candidate in next year’s expected general election rematch.

Migrant caravan in southern Mexico marks Christmas Day by trudging onward (AP) Christmas Day meant the same as any other day for thousands of migrants walking through southern Mexico: more trudging under a hot sun. There were no presents, and Christmas Eve dinner was a sandwich, a bottle of water and a banana handed out by the Catholic church to some of the migrants in the town of Álvaro Obregón, in the southern state of Chiapas, which borders Guatemala. Migrants spent Christmas night sleeping on a scrap of cardboard or plastic stretched out under an awning or tent, or the bare ground. At around 6,000 people, the migrant caravan that set out Sunday was the largest one since June 2022, when a similarly sized group departed Tapachula.

Police in Peru dress up as Santa for festive drugs bust (The Independent) Police in Peru have been spotted carrying out a drugs raid while dressed as Santa Claus. The undercover agents caught two men allegedly selling cocaine and cannabis in a house in Huaral, just north of Lima. ‘Santa’ could be seen using a sledgehammer to break down the door of the house, before removing his beard to cuff one of the suspects.

Plane passengers held pending human trafficking inquiry leave France for India (Reuters) A plane carrying 276 Indian passengers took off on Monday for Mumbai, the French interior ministry’s local office said, after it was grounded for four days pending investigation into possible human trafficking. The flight, carried out by Romanian charter company Legend Airlines, had departed from Dubai and landed at the small Vatry airport on Thursday for a technical stopover when police intervened. Bound for Nicaragua, the flight arrived in France with 303 Indian passengers onboard. After being interrogated by police, two people investigated for human trafficking have been placed under “assisted witness” status while the investigation continues, according to the prosecutor’s office. Another 25 people, including five minors, have stayed in France where they wish to seek asylum, authorities said.

Russian naval ship in Crimea damaged in airstrike by Ukrainian forces, Russian Defense Ministry says (AP) A Russian naval ship in Crimea was damaged in an airstrike by Ukrainian forces, Russia’s Defense Ministry said Tuesday. The landing ship Novocherkassk was hit at a base in the city of Feodosia by plane-launched guided missiles, the ministry said, adding that two Ukrainian fighter jets were destroyed by anti-aircraft fire during the attack. Over the past several months, Ukrainian forces have conducted attacks around Crimea, mostly with sea drones.

China expects searing heat, more weather extremes in 2024 (Reuters) China grappling with one of its coldest Decembers on record will likely have to brace for another round of scorching heat and an increase in extreme weather next year due to the El Nino weather phenomenon, a senior climate expert said. This year has seen China lurch from some of its hottest temperatures logged since 1850 to a harsh cold snap that froze many parts of the country for close to a fortnight earlier this month. This past summer saw Beijing bake in record heat while a remote township in the country’s arid northwest logged a day of 52 degrees Celsius (126 Fahrenheit) the hottest on record for China. Typhoons also brought record-breaking rainfall in China’s north, causing widespread flooding.

Israel’s Economy Expected to Shrink 2% as War Sidelines Workers (NYT) The Israeli economy is expected to shrink by 2 percent this quarter, according to a leading research center, with hundreds of thousands of workers displaced by the war with Hamas or called up as reservists. About 20 percent of the Israeli work force was missing from the labor market in October, up from 3 percent before the fighting began, according to a report from the Taub Center for Social Policy Studies, a nonpartisan think tank in Israel. The spike in unemployment reflects the fact that about 900,000 people were called up to fight, stayed home to take care of children because schools had closed, evacuated from towns near the borders with Lebanon and Gaza or couldn’t work because of physical damage to their industries.

Lose a limb or risk death? Gaza’s wounded face hard choices (AP) The doctors gave Shaimaa Nabahin an impossible choice: lose your left leg or risk death. The 22-year-old had been hospitalized in Gaza for around a week, after her ankle was partially severed in an Israeli airstrike, when doctors told her she was suffering from blood poisoning. Nabahin chose to maximize her chances of survival, and agreed to have her leg amputated 15 centimeters (6 inches) below the knee. The decision upended life for the ambitious university student, as it has for untold others among the more than 54,500 war-wounded who faced similar gut-wrenching choices. Experts believe that in some cases, limbs could have been saved with proper treatment. But after weeks of Israel’s blistering air and ground offensive, only nine out of Gaza’s 36 hospitals are still operational. They are greatly overcrowded, offer limited treatment and lack basic equipment to perform surgeries. Many wounded are unable to reach the remaining hospitals, pinned down by Israeli bombardment and ground combat.

Saudis Keep Low Profile in Red Sea Conflict (NYT) After rebels took over the capital of Yemen in 2014, a 30-year-old Saudi prince named Mohammed bin Salman spearheaded a military intervention to rout them. With American assistance and weapons, Saudi pilots embarked on a bombing campaign called Operation Decisive Storm inside Yemen, the mountainous nation on their southern border. Officials expected to swiftly defeat the rebels, a ragtag tribal militia known as the Houthis. Instead, the prince’s forces spent years mired in a conflict that splintered into fighting between multiple armed groups, drained billions of dollars from Saudi Arabia’s coffers and helped plunge Yemen into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Hundreds of thousands of people died from violence, hunger and unchecked disease. Saudi Arabia and its main partner, the United Arab Emirates, eventually scaled back their military involvement, and Saudi officials entered peace talks with the Houthis, who secured control of northern Yemen. Now, the war in Gaza has thrust the Houthis whose ideology is driven by hostility toward the United States and Israel and support for the Palestinian cause into an unlikely global spotlight. Saudi Arabia, however, would rather watch these latest developments from the sidelines, with the prospect of peace on its southern border a more appealing goal than joining an effort to stop attacks that the Houthis say are directed at Israel a state the kingdom does not officially recognize and which is widely reviled by its people.

Attack in Nigeria (Foreign Policy) At least 160 people were killed and 300 people wounded in attacks on villages in central Nigeria, local officials said Monday. Monday Kassah, head of the local government in Bokkos, Plateau State, told the AFP that armed groups locally known as bandits launched attacks on at least 20 communities. Plateau State Gov. Caleb Mutfwang condemned the violence as “barbaric, brutal, and unjustified,” and governor’s office spokesperson Gyang Bere vowed to take proactive measures to protect civilians. However, Amnesty International criticized the government following the attacks, writing on X that “the Nigerian authorities have been failing to end frequent deadly attacks on rural communities of Plateau State.”

A Thriving Border Town Undercuts South Africa’s Anti-Immigrant Mood (NYT) By 7 a.m., lines of customers snake down the block outside stores on the main commercial strip in Musina, a bustling South African border town where thousands of people arrive daily from neighboring Zimbabwe to buy food, clothes and other necessities that are hard to get back home. A few miles away, at the border, pickup trucks bearing the seal of South Africa’s newly formed border patrol inspect the razor-wire fence, looking to arrest people who cross illegally braving bandits, crocodiles and the rushing Limpopo River. The border force represents an effort by the government, months ahead of crucial national elections, to respond to popular demand and clamp down on migrants sneaking into the country. Musina, surrounded by farms and a copper mine, is where the government’s muscular immigration policy collides with a tricky reality that many South Africans are loath to concede: that even people who cross the border illegally may be good for the country. Like politicians in the United States, Europe and elsewhere who score points by promising hardened borders and mass deportation, their South African counterparts are pitching a sweeping crackdown on foreigners to appeal to voters, playing on similar, often-unfounded fears that immigrants fuel crime and steal jobs.

Pope Francis blasts the weapons industry as he makes a Christmas appeal for peace in the world (AP) Pope Francis on Monday blasted the weapons industry and its “instruments of death” that fuel wars as he made a Christmas Day appeal for peace in the world and in particular between Israel and the Palestinians. Speaking from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica to the throngs of people below, Francis said he grieved the “abominable attack” of Hamas against southern Israel on Oct. 7 and called for the release of hostages. And he begged for an end to Israel’s military campaign in Gaza and the “appalling harvest of innocent civilians” as he called for humanitarian aid to reach those in need. Francis devoted his Christmas Day blessing to a call for peace in the world, noting that the biblical story of the birth of Christ in Bethlehem sent a message of peace. But he said that Bethlehem “is a place of sorrow and silence” this year. He took particular aim at the weapons industry, which he said was fueling the conflicts around the globe with scarcely anyone paying attention. “It should be talked about and written about, so as to bring to light the interests and the profits that move the puppet strings of war,” he said. “And how can we even speak of peace, when arms production, sales and trade are on the rise?” Francis has frequently blasted the weapons industry as “merchants of death” and has said that wars today, in Ukraine, in particular, are being used to try out new weapons or use up old stockpiles.

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Might I ask WHY Mr. Jones is having his archaeological license revoked?

aight so first off, not to knock his indiana rizz, but what type of buffoon wears a leather jacket in the field? absolute dipshittery.

he's too broad fr like this man is just a walking encyclopedia. all the professors i know are very smart, but generally they're all very specialized by the time they get to the point of teaching. my primate anatomy professor's specialty was spinal development in children. ur telling me indie is going from pre-columbian south america, to ancient egypt, india, medieval christian artifacts, and then to china? i'm envious but...

and he's more a treasure hunter than anything? rather than naming and recording a site based on a hypothesis or questions had, finding possible evidence, and deciding to do survey and then excavations (if necessary),,,, indie is basically looking for very specific types of artifacts. famous things belonging to famous people or important symbolic or ritual artifacts. i mean c'mon. the holy grail? a golden fertility idol? also this man does basically ZERO recording of anything which made me want to cry because man filling out artifact tags and bags and making sure you have everything in context CORRECTLY...AAAAAAA!!! 90% or more of archaeology is not this way.

to use my own experience as an example: we were attempting to answer questions about the daily lives of settlers at jamestown, finding those ordinary stories. my favorite artifacts to expose from the screens were pieces of clay pipes and things like shards of glass. like case bottle glass that can relatively date a unit to 1652 or later because of previous knowledge guiding us, telling us this type of glass wasn't used before then? beautiful even in its state of decay. shards of pipes that can tell us where they're from by their color (a red virginian clay versus the white 'kaolin' clay of england)? and some even have decoration that we can mend? maker's marks even??? "star maker" pipes my beloved! they tell us about trade at the time. the importance of something seemingly as mundane as the tobacco trade.

bestie. we got excited to find evidence of a ditch that was mentioned tangentially in just one or two historical records. we are not looking for the fantastic on purpose. usually.

there is so much i could say on fictional archaeologists like indiana jones in terms of accuracy, but honestly? that takes the fun out of it. since those movies have come out there has been an abundance of real archaeologists that have debunked his behavior. even i still enjoyed the action of the movie! just take him with a grain of salt :D

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A Russian sausage tycoon who criticized the invasion on Ukraine plunged to his death from a luxury hotel in India – three days after his friend lost his life on the same trip.

Pavel Antov, who was reportedly celebrating his upcoming 66th birthday, was found dead outside the Hotel Sai International in Rayagada, the UK’s Telegraph reported.

According to Russian state media, Antov, who was also a politician, died in a fall from his third-floor window at the swanky hotel.

His death on Sunday is the latest in a series of mysterious ones involving Russian tycoons since the start of strongman Vladimir Putin’s war on Ukraine.

On Thursday, Antov’s friend Vladimir Bidenov also died at the same hotel after he was found lying unconscious in his rom surrounded by empty wine bottles, according to the news outlet.

Pavel Antov, 65, was found dead outside the Hotel Sai International in Rayagada.

The magnate’s death is the latest in a series of mysterious ones since the beginning of President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.Getty Images

Police Superintendent Vivekananda Sharma said Bidenov suffered a stroke and that his pal “was depressed after his death and he too died,” the BBC reported.

Alexei Idamkin, the Russian consul in Kolkata, told the Tass news agency that investigators did not see a “criminal element in these tragic events,” according to the BBC.

“We are aware of the tragedy that happened in Odisha, where two of our citizens died. One of them is Pavel Antov, member of the Legislative Assembly of the Vladimir Oblast,” the Russian embassy in India told local outlet NDTV.

“We are in constant contact with the relatives of the deceased as well as with local authorities. As far as we know, police do not yet see a criminal component in these tragic events,” it added.

A senior police official said Antov’s death appeared to be a case of suicide, news agency PTI reported.

The wealthy member of Putin’s United Russia party was chairman of the agriculture committee at the legislature in Russia’s Vladimir region, the Telegraph reported.

Antov was the founder of sausage producer Vladimir Standard and the country’s top-earning lawmaker, according to Russian Forbes, which put his annual income at almost $156 million.

In July, Antov slammed the Kremlin’s missile attacks on Kyiv as terrorism on WhatsApp, where he posted a story about a girl who had been pulled out of the rubble at her demolished home.

“It’s extremely difficult to call all this anything but terror,” he wrote.

Antov quickly apologized for the message, saying it had been posted by someone else and that he was “a supporter of the president and my country’s patriot” and “shared the goals” of the invasion.

Several Russian magnates have died in strange circumstances since the invasion began.

In September, the head of Russia’s oil giant Lukoil, Ravil Maganov, reportedly fell from a hospital window in Moscow.

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National Iced Tea Day

When the weather gets too warm for hot tea, just ice it! Mint tea,  fruity teas, even the Southern classic sweet tea will all refresh you on  a warm and sunny day.

Drinks are such a key part of modern culture that they are so much  than just a necessity for the body. We drink water to survive, we drink  coffee to stay alert, we sip cocktails to feel refreshed and get in the  mood, and we drink soda to relax and unwind. Different drinks feed into  different moods and give us new and unique experiences that play a big  role in our lives, both socially and at home. So, it is important to  make sure you sample as many different beverages as you can.

When it comes to quenching thirst and being refreshed on a hot  summer’s day, there are a lot of things you can choose from. Many will  crack open a beer or a bottle of wine, but how about sampling some  gorgeous iced tea. There are a lot of things you need to keep in mind  when it comes to trying this delicious beverage. In fact, there is even  an National Iced Tea Day, solely dedicated to the discovery and  enjoyment of all things iced tea related; try to ensure you make the  most of this as much as you can right now.

On a hot summer day, there’s nothing that quenches the thirst and  fosters relaxation quite as much as a frosty cold glass of iced tea.  While hot tea is delicious and certainly an excellent beverage for most  situations, it’s purely inappropriate for picnics, and it only stays hot  so long. Instead, it is necessary to branch out to the more versatile  and refreshing alternatives. Sweet tea is one of the most popular  beverages in the deep South, but it’s just one example of the variety  that can be iced tea.

History of National Iced Tea Day

While recipes for Iced Tea go back as far as the 1870’s, it wasn’t  until 1904 that it exploded in popularity. This was due in no small part  to the World’s Fair and the heat of the summer that was baking it. Iced  Tea was being served, and the fair goers were drinking it en masse, and  in almost no time at all, it was being served in tall glasses so well  known for this purpose that they were called iced-tea glasses. You know a  drink has truly come into its own when special utensils are made for  its preparation, and it wasn’t just the glasses, iced-tea spoons and  lemon forks were developed to make its consumption both easier and more  satisfying.

Iced Tea is typically made from the tea plant, but just like with hot  teas, it can be made with just about anything, and herbal teas are  often a popular choice for the cool drink. Imagine the parade of flavors  available to you, a cool mint tea stirred with a bit of lime, or if  you’re in India you may as well do as the locals do and enjoy your tea  with a bit of ginger. Our personal favorite? Peach Iced Tea, it’s  delightful.

National Iced Tea Day exists to pay homage to the popular and  delicious beverage, and it’s something more of us should get involved  with. This is a drink that is growing in popularity, and there is a  growing consumer base for it, both in the United States and abroad. This  is why manufacturers continue to come up with different and interesting  flavors of iced tea that you can choose from moving forward.

How to celebrate National Iced Tea Day

Making the most of National Iced Tea Day by way of celebration is a  great way of being able to sample some of the tasty and unique types of  iced tea that are on offer. This is something you need to make sure you  think about when you are looking to make the most of this. Now, there  are plenty of things you can do if you are serious about celebrating  this day properly.

See if you can get a coupon for free iced tea

Get creative and come up with your own recipe

Enjoy the different iced tea flavors that restaurants and bars are offering

Iced tea popsicles is a great addition to the day

Hosting an iced tea party would be the absolute best approach to take to celebrate this day

Add some booze into the mix to make adult iced teas

Of course, there are so many different flavors you can enjoy with  iced tea, and this is the beauty of it. Make sure you take the time to  enjoy and experiment with all the different flavors that you can use,  and try to come up with some combinations of your own. This is something  that can really go a long way toward enhancing and improving your  enjoyment of National Iced Tea Day, and you can make a thing of it each  year.

The best way to celebrate National Iced Tea Day is with a frosty  glass of iced tea! But given that you’ll be enjoying it on a special  occasion, why only work with one? Instead, you can prepare a positive  banquet of delicious iced teas. Peach Iced Tea, Mango Iced Tea, Ginger  Lemon, or just an old fashioned sweet tea like they can only make in the  south, there’s simply nothing like it. Why not try to come up with your  own combination?

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USAF tests new engine to improve the polar abilities of the LC-130 equipped with ski

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 10/21/2022 - 11:00 in Military

The 109th Air Transport Wing of the New York Air Guard recently tested a new engine for the ski-equipped LC-130 that is ready to improve the capacity of air transport in the Arctic and Antarctica.

A crew of seven aviators flew the LC-130 "Skibird" with the new 3.5 NP2000 T56-A-15A turboproper upgrades for the first time at Stratton National Air Guard Base on October 11.

“These new engines will be a watershed for the unit,” said master sergeant Christopher Dumond, flight engineer at the 109th AW.

An LC-130H aircraft equipped with ski tests the T56-15A (3.5 modified) engines with recently revised NP2000 propellers. (Photo: US Air Force)

“Combined with the NP2000 eight-blade propellers of the LC-130H, this 3.5 engine is the final part of the NP2000 system; modernizing the 109a fleet into a more powerful polar air transport force,” Dumond added.

A turboprop is basically similar to a turbojet, except that an additional turbine, at the rear of the combustion chamber, works through a shaft and speed-reducing gears to spin a propeller in front of the engine.

The new engine upgrades are based on previous improvements to the NP2000 propellers, fully integrated into the fleet in 2019, the NP2000 propellers have eight blades instead of the four in the legacy engines.

These high-tech propellers increase torque for accelerated takeoffs on ice and snow and simplify maintenance requirements.

As the 109th Air Transport Wing operates the only LC-130 Hercules aircraft equipped with ski from the Department of Defense, the wing is deployed annually in the cold and austere environments of Greenland and Antarctica in support of the National Science Foundation (NSF).

The wing provides heavy air transport and transportation with the largest ski-equipped aircraft in the world to the NSF in both locations.

Occasionally, skibirds have problems taking off from icy surfaces from these areas of operation, due to heavy loads or friction braking under the skis.

Previously, jet-assisted take-off (JATO) bottles were attached to the aircraft and used to create extra thrust to get skiers out of snow or ice and into the air. The production of the JATO system, however, ended in 1991. Updated engines and their capabilities will fill this void.

“The power of these new updates is apparent in the seat,” said Major Patrick Newton, a 109th driver. “The difference is something we definitely have to adjust, but it improves our capabilities and makes us more effective,” Newton added.

The future of the program will have the revision of the wing of the engine systems of four additional aircraft in the next season of flights in Greenland in April 2023 and the entire fleet in the next implementation of Operation Deep Freeze of 2023 and 2024.

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Raisins Market - Forecast (2022-2027)

Raisins Market Size is estimated to reach $3.1 billion by 2027 and is poised to grow at a CAGR of 5.7% over the forecast period of 2022-2027. Raisins are commercially made by drying the harvested grape in various places. Raisins can be consumed in their raw form, cooked, baked or brewed forms. The USDA National Nutrient Database states that raisins are a good source of protein, dietary fiber and carbs. They are incredibly useful for treating hypertension and relieving constipation. One of the main factors propelling the growth of the raisins market is the rising usage of raisins in cooking, including sweet and dessert meals, brewing and a range of other uses. Raisins are also gaining popularity as a result of their health benefits as a potent source of antioxidants, potassium and magnesium riboflavin, dietary fiber, linoleic acid and oleanolic acid. Raisins are also employed in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industry owing to their malic acid content which exfoliates the skin. To meet the growing demand for raisins and their wide application various research institutes focus on developing new varieties of grapes. For instance, in March 2022, Cornell AgriTech and Sun World International collaboratively developed Sugrafiftytwo, an ultra-early ripening green seedless grape variety and Sugrasixty, a midseason ripening red variety with large berries and a tropical aroma. Such innovations and increasing demand for raisins in the market drive growth of the Raisins Industry over the forecast period 2022-2027.

Raisins Market Report Coverage

The “Raisins Market Forecast (2022-2027)" by Industry ARC, covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments in the Raisins Market.By Category:

 Conventional and Organic.

By Product Type:

Natural Seedless, Golden Seedless, Black Currant, Sultana, Muscat, Monukka and Others.

By End-user:

Food Industry, Food Service Provider and Households.

By Packaging:

Pouches, Jars & Bottles and Others.

By Distribution Channel: Supermarket, Speciality Stores, Retail Stores, Online Stores and Others.

By Geography: North America (the U.S., Canada and Mexico), Europe (Germany, United Kingdom (U.K.), France, Italy, Spain, Russia and the Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, Japan India, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand and Rest of Asia Pacific), South America (Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Rest of South America) and Rest of the World (the Middle East and Africa).

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Key Takeaways

Geographically, North America held a dominant market share in the year 2021, owing to the developed varieties and better farming techniques surge the growth of the Raisins Market Size.

The Raisins Market is predicted to increase owing to its growing application in the food and beverage industry.

However, the fluctuation in production and supply chain limits Raisins Industry growth over the forecast period 2022-2027.

A detailed analysis of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats will be provided in the Raisins Market Report.

Raisins Market Segment Analysis - by Product Type

Raisins Market based on the product type can be further segmented into Natural Seedless, Golden Seedless, Black Currant, Sultana, Muscat, Monukka and others. The Sultana segment held a dominant market share in the year 2021. This is owing to the growing popularity of sultana raisins owing to their smaller size, sweet taste, juicer and lighter color. Also, it prevents constipation, reduces blood sugar levels and reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Such attributes of Sultana raisins drive the growth of the Raisins Market share. However, the muscat is estimated to grow with the fastest CAGR of 6.1% over the forecast period 2022-2027. This is the result of its attributes like a high content of vitamin C, A and K. Also, it helps to lower blood pressure and improve overall heart function. Also, the growing demand for sun muscat raisins fuels the growth of the Raisins Market share over the forecast period 2022-2027.

Raisins Market Segment Analysis - by End-user

Raisins Market based on the end user can be further segmented into Food Industry, Food Service Providers and Households. The Food Industry segment held a dominant market share in the year 2021 and is estimated to grow with the fastest CAGR of 6.4% over the forecast period 2022-2027. This is the result of the growing trend of ‘ready-to-eat’ food, frozen food and healthy snacks. Also, the nutrient content of raisins such as iron, calcium, potassium, manganese and zinc increase their nutritious value such as high riboflavin, dietary fiber, antioxidants, linoleic acid and oleanolic acid. It is mostly used in smoothies, cake mixes, frozen treats and other food and beverage products. Such extensive use of raisins in the food industry fuels the growth of the Raisins Market Share over the forecast period 2022-2027.

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Raisins Market Segment Analysis - by Geography

North America held a dominant market share of 36% in the year 2021. This is owing to the high production and growing demand in this region. As per the International Nuts & Dried Fruits Council, the production of dried grapes is anticipated to hike by 6% in 2020/2021 with 2,09,000 MT production and 215 thousand MT consumption. Such high production and growing internal demand drive the growth of the Raisins Market Size. Furthermore, Europe is estimated to grow with the fastest CAGR over the forecast period 2022-2027. This is owing to the high demand for raisins by healthy living consumers and sports people. In 2020 the United Kingdom and Germany are the largest importers of raisins with $208 million and $159 million respectively as per The Observatory of Economic Complexity. Such growing demand for raisins in this region fuels the growth of the Raisins Market Size over the forecast period 2022-2027.

Raisins Market Drivers

Growing Demand for Raisins in International Market Drive Market.

The demand for raisins in the international market of European and American countries is very high owing to their health benefits and content like riboflavin, dietary fiber, antioxidants, linoleic acid, oleanolic acid and others. From September 1st, 2021 to 19th March 2022, Turkey exported 1,42,812 tonnes of raisins which is 8% high compared to the same period of last year as per trading economics. Such rising international demand and growing export drive the growth of the Raisins Industry over the forecast period 2022-2027.

Improved Technology to Produce Raisins to Drive Raisins Market Growth.

Raisins are made up by drying grapes. The traditional practice of sun drying or shade drying took a long time but with improved drying techniques such as hot air drying or microwave drying. Microwave drying has an efficiency of about 70%. As per commodity insight, the maximum price for dry grapes is 18,400 INR per quintal and the minimum rate is 1000 INR per quintal depending on quality. The quality of grapes mostly depends on the drying technique and the advanced drying technique gives a better price, hence producers adopted advanced technology which drives the growth of the Raisins Industry over the forecast period 2022-2027.

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Raisins Market Challenge

Fluctuation in Price Range is Hampering Market Growth

The price of raisins depends on various factors including production of availability of workers, demand in the market, logistic cost and others. As per Mundus Agri data published in July 2022, Turkey sells their raisins at price ranging from $1500 per metric tonne, while in Iran it is high at $1800 metric tonne. Such difference in price may limit the growth of the Raisins Industry growth over the forecast period 2022-2027.

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Raisins Market Industry Outlook

Product launches, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and geographical expansions are key strategies adopted by players in the Raisins Market. The top 10 companies in the Raisins Market are:

Murray River Organics Ltd.

Sun-Maid Growers of California

Del Monte Foods Inc.

Dole Packaged Foods LLC

National Raisin Company

Mariani Packing Company

Arimex

HBS Foods Ltd.

Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods

Newman's Own

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