11/19/2023 0 Comments Twisted pasta shapes![]() ![]() Bucatini (boo-kah-TEE-nee) – This is also basically exactly like spaghetti in shape, except that it’s hollow in the middle.Bigoli (bee-GOH-lee) – This is a whole wheat or buckwheat pasta that’s essentially like thick spaghetti, and found mainly in the Veneto region.Agnolotti (ahn-yo-LOH-tee) – This is a stuffed pasta that’s typically a half-circular or circular shape and stuffed with meat.Check your local market to see how many are available where you live! ![]() ![]() Here’s a little Italian pasta primer to help you learn about some of the more than 350 different kinds of Italian pasta out there. While you clearly don’t have to be limited to only using the prescribed pasta shape with that sauce you’re cooking, you might want to broaden your pasta horizons a bit from the shapes you’re already familiar with. Even more to the point, Italians will insist on certain sauces going with certain pasta shapes, and some will never deviate from these traditional pairings. But there are so many words for different pasta shapes in Italy, it’ll make your head swim. Most people have heard of spaghetti, ravioli, and lasagne – in fact, these words are so common outside Italy that they’re hardly even thought of as Italian anymore. Still, if you thought the Italians were one-trick-ponies when it came to pasta, you’d be sorely mistaken. With so many Italian (and pseudo-Italian) restaurants serving up Italian food around the world, there’s always going to be at least one thing on a menu in Italy that looks at least a little familiar to you. Back when I was teaching Italian language basics to people who were planning trips to Italy, I used to like to bolster their confidence from the start by saying, “Well, even if you forget everything I teach you, you’ll never starve in Italy.” And it’s the truth. ![]()
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11/19/2023 0 Comments Forspoken genres![]() ![]() Frey repels Sila, but fails to prevent the death of civilians. They return to Cipol to find Tanta Sila terrorizing the populace in search of Frey. Frey flees the city and locates Robian, who has suffered partial insanity. Auden tells Frey that her father, Robian, researched the Break, but was lost in it twenty years ago. They compromise by imprisoning Frey, but a citizen named Auden helps her escape to the slums.įrey learns that Athia was once ruled by the Tantas, four benevolent sorceresses, but they began exuding the Break and oppressing the city's inhabitants. Its ruling council captures Frey, both supporting and distrusting her resistance to the Break. Frey reaches the city of Cipol that acts as humanity's refuge from the Break. She discovers Athia is overrun by a mysterious miasma called the Break, which corrupts all life, but she is unaffected by it. Frey names him "Cuff" and finds that he has awakened latent magical abilities within her. The bangle, bonded to her arm, reveals that it is sentient and can only be heard by her. She is drawn to a mysterious bangle, which activates a portal that draws her in.įrey is transported to the world of Athia as the portal disappears. Now homeless, Frey trusts Homer to her sentencing judge, and visits Holland Tunnel on her birthday. The gang sets the building ablaze, but Frey and Homer escape. She is ambushed by the gang she stole from, but escapes to her accommodation and her cat, Homer. Plot įrey, a young woman who was abandoned near the Holland Tunnel as a newborn, appears in court for theft and is sentenced to community service. Other characters include Frey's sentient bracelet Cuff ( Jonathan Cake / Satoshi Mikami), the archivist Johedy ( Keala Settle / Kyo Yaoya), and Auden ( Monica Barbaro / Sanae Kobayashi). Athia is under the tyrannical rule of the Tantas, which include Tanta Sila ( Janina Gavankar / Yū Sugimoto), Tanta Prav ( Pollyanna McIntosh / Rika Fukami), Tanta Olas ( Claudia Black / Mie Sonozaki) and Tanta Cinta (Kendal Rae / Kikuko Inoue). She uses magical powers to journey through it and survive in order to find her way home. ![]() The protagonist, Alfre "Frey" Holland ( Ella Balinska / Umeka Shōji) is a young woman who is transported from New York City to the fantasy world of Athia. The storm ends with the appearance of a named boss character. While the player is exploring the game world, they may encounter a "breakstorm", a scenario similar to a horde mode in which waves of demonic creatures spawn and attack Frey. The player can also craft new items, or rest at a safe location in order to restore health. Frey's cloak can be upgraded in order to improve her combat efficiency and stats, while applying nail polish unlocks special abilities. Following each combat encounter, the player earns experience points. ![]() The player character, Frey, has access to a variety of magical spells. The character exists in an open world game format where players are able to travel anywhere at any time. Square Enix also described the game as a "narrative-driven adventure". ![]() It was the last game by Luminous Productions before the company's closure on May 1, 2023.Īccording to director Takeshi Aramaki, the gameplay was designed to be focused on terrain traversal speed and fluidity. The game received mixed reviews from critics and failed to meet the sales expectations of Square Enix. It was released on January 24, 2023, on PlayStation 5 and Windows. Forspoken is a 2023 action role-playing game developed by Luminous Productions and published by Square Enix. ![]() ![]() ![]() We talk with the filmmakers, editor, and cast about the delicate dance of juggling multiple narratives in one movie.
11/19/2023 0 Comments Silo city events![]() ![]() The live music, by the way, sincerely added to the ambiance and vibe of the visit, so I’d try to time your visit with when they’ll be a band playing. There’s a buzz around the location because there’s live music several times a week, and they also serve some mighty fine cocktails to go along with an eclectic food menu. Duende, in that sense, pays respects to the history of the location, yet it also imbues that which surrounds it with a new sense of hope and purpose. It fits in with the surroundings because it was built up using materials salvaged from the silos. If you’re interested in learning more about Silo City, head here.ĭuende itself was once a 1940s office building that was surrounded by those aforementioned grain elevators. They’re building gardens and trails where once there was only the remains of a former industrial site. I’d also like to highlight the work that’s going on there around ecological restoration. If you’re unfamiliar with Silo City, according to their own language, they’re a “cultural and ecological campus that inspires creativity & community within the historical legacy of Buffalo’s grain silos.” Around the Silo City, you’ll find things like pop-up music festivals, theatre, art shows, filming movies and television, historical grain elevator tours ( through Explore Buffalo), reading series’ and more. The easiest way to put it is that Duende is a unique bar, live music, and event venue that’s located in Buffalo’s Silo City. I’m not going to lie, I loved this place with every ounce of my being. That’s why I started with The Martin House, and now I’m following that up with some coverage on Duende at Silo City.ĭuende was a place that I never knew I was looking for, but that I’m awfully happy I found. Now, I’m putting eyes on the places that I feel more people need to visit when they’re thinking about forming a Buffalo itinerary that includes more than just football and wings (and trust me, I love the Bills and am a sucker for a great wing). To me, that’s like saying you don’t like a book, but you haven’t even bothered to read it. Don’t get me wrong, you’re perfectly allowed to not be in love with every place on the planet but, frankly, I won’t heed your opinion if your feelings aren’t based on anything tangible. I’ve found over time that people, especially in today’s culture, are remarkably quick to write a place off based on a sentence they read somewhere online years ago, or a sentiment that someone they’re close to has which they have, rather unfortunately, inherited.īuffalo, to me, is a city that everyone seems to have an opinion about, and yet far too many people base that opinion on, well, nothing. I suppose, nowadays, that’s quite literally my job. One of my favourite things to do in a city is to get beneath the surface and find out how the proverbial clock really ticks. On my most recent trip to Buffalo, I was keen to visit places that I felt could, in a sense, surprise me. ![]() 11/19/2023 0 Comments Ipvanish not working fire tv![]() ![]() That means there isn’t a settings menu to dive into or difficult options to click from when setting up the VPN to use in the background of your device. Unlike Google’s Chromecast, which requires setting up your VPN using your router to protect your streaming content, the Fire Stick allows for easily accessible VPNs to run in the background of your device.Īnd for most major VPN companies, you can grab their supported application from the Amazon Appstore. Here’s the good news: in most cases, getting a VPN up and running on your Fire Stick device is really easy. It won’t keep you safe long enough to stream movies and television shows on your Fire Stick, but if you want to test out a VPN, TunnelBear (along with other options like Private Tunnel VPN) are reliable and fairly easy to use. Yes, it’s a dangerous world out there if you’re looking for a free VPN to use without risking your data, though options like TunnelBear do provide a freemium experience, offering a small amount of free VPN data per month. Though free VPNs, like Hola, for example, promise to protect your data online, VPNs cost money to uphold and to run daily, and unfortunately, if you aren’t paying for the product, there’s a good chance you are the product. We know this answer will bum some people out, but generally speaking, you should not use free VPNs to protect your identity online. ![]() If you’re unsure which VPN service is right for you, check our VPN review process. This is by no means a full list of options available for use on your Fire Stick, but with choices for the best all-around, best budget, best VPN for home use, and best premium VPN service, you’re bound to find something that fits what you’re trying to do online.Īnd remember, these VPNs support multiple connections, which means in addition to your Fire Stick, you can also protect your computer, tablet, or smartphone with the same plan. Pre-paying is the best option here, as it lowers your cost to around $80 annually. It’s also rather expensive-a single month of the service costs a flat $10 and auto-renews every month, costing users a full $120 annually. With over 40,000 servers available, it’s one of the largest VPN networks, which can help boost your speed and privacy. IPVanish is a high-tier VPN, and one of its marquee features is its server count. It’s the cheapest product on our list, and while it may not include any flashy features or groundbreaking options, paying just $40 per year for VPN support is a no-brainer. Although the monthly subscription isn’t available at the low price of $6.95 anymore, you can still buy a year-long subscription for just $39.95. Private Internet Access isn’t quite as cheap as it used to be, but that doesn’t stop us from recommending it as one of the best VPNs around. ExpressVPN might not reinvent the wheel, but they have enough interesting ideas here to make sure you’re satisfied with your VPN usage. The app offers plenty of features and security options that help keep your information safe while browsing the web, and it only takes an instant to establish connections to your VPN servers. You can get it for as low as $6.67/month if you opt for the 12 months + 3 months plan. One of our all-time favorites, ExpressVPN ( review) is a great all-around option for anyone looking for a simple VPN that isn’t too difficult to use while still keeping their data secure. Here’s a quick summary of what you should look to use on the Fire Stick! 1. There’s no shortage of the best VPN services available for your Fire Stick, but if you aren’t sure where to start, we have a few of our favorites specifically for use with the Fire Stick. If your ISP catches you, it might result in you landing in some hot water, including losing access to your internet or even facing major fines from groups like the MPAA. While thousands of users get away with consuming pirated content on the internet every day, it’s important to remember that not everyone gets away with piracy. However, if you’ve found your way to this page, it’s probably because you’re using your Fire Stick for something that isn’t a standard application available through the Amazon Appstore.īe it basic piracy apps like Showbox or Terrarium TV or more complicated applications like Kodi, which allow you to fully load your Fire Stick with a new interface, along with thousands of applications and add-ons to completely change how you watch movies forever. The truth is that a VPN won’t be right for everyone. ![]() Though having a VPN on is rarely the wrong choice, the privacy it adds to your device isn’t a must to enjoy your favorite services regularly.Īnd although we also say that the less information you give to internet service providers and online companies, the better. If you’re just streaming basic content on your Fire Stick-think Amazon Prime Video or Hulu-you probably don’t. ![]() 11/19/2023 0 Comments Sudoku app like ny times sudoku![]() 8 modes: Manual, Program, Portrait, Macro, Scenic, Custom 1-3 Pick photo from library menu item in the photo viewer Grids: Rule of thirds, golden ratio, square, Golden spiral High resolution support (Nokia Lumia 1020/1520) Fun effects (Mirror, Mono colors and more) Real-time filter effects (Vintage, Nashville, Green Pop, 1977, Lomo, Early Bird, Valencia, Amaro, Hudson and more) It containts a fully featured photo editor that allows to edit effects of existing photos and to undo effects of photos that have been taken by OneShot OneShot combines real-time photo effects with photo editing. Apply a change, such as a filter, and you can see the difference on your screen in real time. OneShot is a professional mobile camera app and offers high quality filters in a lovely user interface that is overlaid on top of your viewfinder. Dictionary works on tablets and phones and is refreshingly free from annoying ads and paid upgrades. There is also a "word of the day" with our pick of the most interesting and entertaining words in the English language. And we managed to keep data offline without needing a massive app download. It also works well if you only have an intermittent network connection because the definitions are stored offline, locally on the device. You can see your word history and revisit definitions, or make your own list of favourite words to help build up your vocabulary. The speech function helps provide the correct pronunciation. ![]() Definitions include synonyms and antonyms which allows the dictionary to also serve as a thesaurus. Wildcard characters can be used to help with word games like crosswords and scrabble where only some of the letters are known, or you have to find an anagram, or with spelling. Then you can follow the links in the definition page to get more word definitions. As you type, Dictionary homes in on the word you are looking for. The home page contains a randomly selected word cloud which will pique your curiosity and help you improve your vocabulary, while the search box allows you to find specific words easily. ![]() The dictionary definitions are stored locally, and because it's ad-free there's no need for a network connection. Dictionary is ideal for both native English speakers and English learners or people studying the English language. Dictionary is a free offline English dictionary containing over 200,000 words and definitions and no ads. ![]() 11/19/2023 0 Comments Toeless pantyhoes![]() The open toe feature allows for easy toe inspection. Open toe stockings use comfortable, smooth fabrics in neutral colors so that they do not stand out. These stockings are designed with durability in mind. You can find open toe stockings that use an anti-microbial treatment to reduce odor. As you move, you may notice that these open toe stockings massage your tired and achy legs. Open toe compression stockings can deliver firm compression and support, featuring up to 20-30 mm/Hg of compression. They are often recommended for individuals who remain on their feet or sit in place all day. Additionally, compression stockings can help to improve circulation in your legs. Chronic aches and pains, post-surgery leg pain, swelling, or varicose veins may be relieved with the help of compression stockings. First, they can deliver therapeutic support for the legs. These stockings can serve a number of purposes. They are ideal for people who prefer to have their toes free. Open toe compression stockings are designed for individuals with unique medical conditions and needs. Individuals with more serious symptoms or those with certain medical conditions may need special compression stockings available only with a doctor's prescription. He or she will also tell you how long you should wear your compression stockings. Be sure to ask your doctor if and what type of stocking is right for you. Open toe compression stockings available at Walgreens serve a variety of important purposes if you live with short- or long-term leg discomfort. In a nutshell, high-tanning assists you in reaching your goal.If you're living with a chronic leg condition, you want to ensure that your legs remain pain free, which can maximize your mobility. Wedding guests are not required to wear pantyhose, but we hope you look and feel beautiful while attending. In reality, if you’re the mother of the groom, you can wear whatever you want to the ceremony. White is not the best color to use for a hose. If you want to wear toeless hose (such as Hanes Silk Reflections Sheer Transparent collection, $10.50 each), wear open- toe shoes with the toeless hose. When wearing a hose with a slingback or mule, make certain that your underwear is not drawn to it. I will not wear pantyhose with a true sandal that has an open toe. Pantyhose can be worn, as long as the shoe you are wearing has a closed or peep toe. For more information on how to purchase this look, go to my bio and select Shop My LTK or DM me. ![]() The combination of these trousers and a cable knit sweater and boots is the perfect fall outfit. It has a rich and velvety texture that adds depth to any outfit. Faux suede has a timeless elegance that is both flattering and addicting. How can you identify my mystery guest? Please visit my bio to shop my Amazon Shop or LTK link. ![]() ” Let’s go!” Join my fun community and get style help, whether you’re 40, 50, or 60 years old. You can never go wrong with style at the age of 70. The panty hose attached to strappy open-toe sandals is too heavy for your legs, making you appear older and dowdy. I would avoid wearing panty hoses on a sandal with an open toe. Just make sure that your sandals and pantyhose match in terms of formality.Ĭan you wear pantyhose in sandals with shorts? Liz can do so if the shoe has a closed or peep toe. ![]() However, if you have a pair of dressy pantyhose and dressy sandals, then you can definitely wear them together. If you’re wearing dressy sandals with a more casual pair of pantyhose, it’s probably not the best idea. So, can you wear dress sandals with pantyhose? The answer is yes, but it depends on the type of sandals and pantyhose you have. ![]() Some are designed to be worn with dresses, while others are better suited for pants. While some sandals are designed for more casual events, others are meant for more formal occasions. There are many different types of sandals, and each has its own occasion. ![]() 11/19/2023 0 Comments Remote control submarine battle![]() ![]() These increasingly essential capabilities make it possible to gather, share and collect a considerable amount of crucial data and information which, with the appropriate analysis, will optimise the effectiveness of the intervention, reducing operating times and costs, also thanks to logistics and training services, which can also benefit from the support systems already in use and deployed on other missions. The growing complexities of fires are forcing the individual countries to deal with the challenge in an integrated manner, increasing Europe’s firefighting capabilities while taking the specific needs of each country into account.Īn effective firefighting system has to meet a number of requirements: reach remote inland areas that are cut off from the sea or other water basins optimise emergency response times reduce environmental impact, in line with the European Green Deal directives employ multi-mission solutions that can cut aircraft operating costs, while ensuring their continuous use, even in the winter months ensure the availability of a vast number of common platforms with elevated operational flexibility that can deal with a variety of different missions, and the “aircraft system” must have a high degree of interoperability with the assets on the ground. Within this context, fires have enormous social and environmental costs that can often take decades of interventions to restore. These issues are exacerbated further by the problems connected with the global warming, the deforestation, and the intrinsic fragility of the territory. It is characterised by a vast wealth of fauna and flora and a marked transformation of the natural environment caused by human actions, along with numerous sites of historic interest. A constantly evolving scenarioįrom a geographical perspective, Europe, and especially Italy, is one of the world’s most complex territories. Dealing with environmental emergencies is an increasingly complex challenge that requires integrated problem-solving management and the implementation of multiple, latest generation, strategic and technological tools to protect people and the territory. McConnell heckled with chants of ‘retire’ at Kentucky eventįederal workers told to leave early as severe weather threatens DC, NortheastĪlabama riverboat brawl: Authorities promise justice, issue arrest warrantsĥth Circuit blocks new rules aiming to expand student debt relief for defrauded. Map: Does your drinking water contain ‘forever chemicals’? ĮPA is ignoring the glaring problem with dirty electric vehicles Legal experts predict Supreme Court won’t spare Trump from trial and verdictįox News’s Watters on possible Trump protective order: ‘He’ll violate it. ![]() Trump seeks latitude in sharing evidence in Jan. Ramaswamy calls Juneteenth a ‘useless’ holiday Home prices hit record highs in nearly two-thirds of major markets Judge Cannon questions use of out-of-state grand jury in Mar-a-Lago. ![]() Trump lawyer says Jack Smith showing ‘discomfort’ with protective order. Trump directs rage at DC judge handling his Jan. Trump ratchets up attacks on Pence after Jan. ![]() soldier who crossed into North Korean territory last month just before he was expected to face disciplinary measures back in the U.S. Command said it had initiated conversations with North Korean officials on the whereabouts of Pvt. North Korea also conducted at least two missile tests following the docking of the Kentucky.Īlso on Monday, the U.N. US officials briefly met Chinese envoy on sidelines of Saudi summit for UkraineĬalifornia ‘undergrounding’ approach leaves lower-income populations disadvantaged Last week, North Korea responded to what it has perceived as Washington’s nuclear aggression by issuing a stern warning of the possibility of a nuclear response from Pyongyang. President Biden and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol agreed in April on the nuclear submarine’s arrival, part of a new commitment better deter North Korea’s nuclear aggression, which has been building up for years. nuclear submarine to South Korea since 1981. The arrival comes about a week after another nuclear-powered submarine, the USS Kentucky, docked at Port Busan in the first visit by a U.S. and South Korea, Seoul officials told the Yonhap local news agency. The Annapolis may also conduct joint military drills between the U.S. ![]() 11/19/2023 0 Comments Christ ascension into heaven![]() ![]() The Hebrew and Greek words are defined as follows. The Definition of the word heaven is very simple. Simply put, when we say Christ ascended to heaven, we mean He went up into the sky so as not to be seen anymore. Strong’s New American Standard Bible Concordanceīoth simply mean “ to go up” into the sky. Origin: from 303 and the same root as 939 The definition of the word ascend can be found in the Hebrew and the Greek. Nor is he a superhuman with a cape flying off with superhuman powers. Jesus did not take a ride some human invention or fly off on a UFO. CHAPTER XI Of Jesus Christ, True God and Man,the Only Savior of the World The Second Helvetic Confession CHRIST IS TRULY ASCENDED INTO HEAVEN. The apostle Peter also says: “Heaven must receive Christ until the time of restoring all things” (Acts 3:21). Although it signifies an equal participation in glory and majesty, it is also taken to be a certain place about which the Lord, speaking in the Gospel, says: “I go to prepare a place for you” (John 14:2). ![]() We believe that our Lord Jesus Christ, in his same flesh, ascended above all visible heavens into the highest heaven, that is, the dwelling-place of God and the blessed ones, at the right hand of God the Father. He went to the farthest place in heaven, “ The Right Hand of God,” where He is above all created things. The disciples knew He was raised from the dead because, they all touched Him and felt His body.Īfter He was done with the disciples training, He went up into the sky where He was no longer seen by the disciples. This supports even more that the disciples were witnesses to His resurrection. ![]() Before He ascended, he taught the disciples what to do in their ministry. An essential teaching in Christianity is that Christ ascended into heaven. ![]() 11/19/2023 0 Comments Tidy tom folder![]() ![]() It’s also possible to use Folder Tracks to make quick edits, applying cuts, pastes, mutes and fades to all tracks within a group in one swoop. With Folder Tracks, however, solo’ing any of the tracks within the folder will result in that track passing audio outside of the folder – it still won’t produce audio if it feeds a further aux channel that isn’t solo’d or in Solo Safe mode, but if it feeds directly into a master track or output, it will function exactly as the user no doubt intended when they hit solo in the first place. Similarly, solo’ing a track within a sub-mix feeding an aux won’t produce any sound unless the aux is also solo’d or in Solo Safe mode. This is another terribly convenient asset, especially when compared to soloing an aux buss used as a sub-mix, which won’t produce any sound at all unless all the tracks feeding the aux are also solo’d or are in Solo Safe mode. With both Basic Folders and Routing Folders, it’s possible to solo and mute the Folder Track, which will solo or mute everything within the folder too. But this time-saving, sanity-preserving feature goes beyond simply allowing you to group channels together, and hide and show them as you see fit. It’s probably clear already just how valuable Folder Tracks will be to the organisation of your sessions. It would be wise to match the colours of your Folder Tracks with those of the instrument types within them, or to assign Folder Tracks their own unique colours to help you find them more efficiently during sessions. As you might expect, just like any other channel in your session, Folder Tracks can be coloured in any way you see fit. Once your channels are inside a Folder Track, you can open or close the selected folder using the new shortcut Shift+F. Nested folders can run up to eight deep, which should be more than enough for even the most disorganised sessions. Inside the backing vocals Routing Folder, you might have further nested folders, such as a Basic Folder for verses, and another Basic Folder for choruses. You could, for instance, CREATE a Routing Folder for all the vocals in your track, inside which is another Routing Folder for all the backing vocals, and another for the leads. Alternatively, you can highlight all of the tracks you want to be placed into the new Folder Track and use the Move to New Folder command by right-clicking and selecting Move To… New Folder from the pop-up menu, or by using the new key command Shift+Ctrl+Alt+N on PC or Shift+Cmd+Opt+N on Mac.įolder Tracks can be nested inside further Folder Tracks. This will create a new folder after the last selected track, and you can then drag and drop any tracks into the Folder Track. New Folder Tracks can be created in the same manner as any other tracks in Pro Tools, via the New Track window, accessed via Shift+Ctrl+N on PC or Shift+Cmd+N on Mac. Existing aux channels in your sessions can be converted to Routing Folders too. ![]() The second, the Routing Folder, adds audio routing into the equation, essentially acting as a Basic Folder but with an additional aux buss of its own, routed to which are all of the folder’s interior tracks. The first is the Basic Folder, which works as you might expect, allowing for improved session organisation and enhanced editing options. Rather than adding a mere one Folder Track to Pro Tools, the DAW’s maker Avid has introduced two types. In this workshop, we’re going to examine how best to integrate these new track types into your sessions, enabling you to more quickly see and control routing, keep things tidy, and edit multiple audio and MIDI tracks at once, without using Groups. Previewed at NAMM in January, this feature has been at the top of many users’ wishlists for several years now. The latest edition of Pro Tools, 2020.3, arrived in March, bringing with it the enormously useful Folder Tracks. ![]() |
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