Новости за 11.04.2019

Weekend Autograph Opportunity: Walker Buehler and Doug DeCinces

11.04.2019 00:00

Blue Heaven 

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Here are this weekends autograph opportunities and events throughout the Southland. As always, be sure to check the Blue Heaven Calendar for other events (a link can always be found on the tab at the top of this page, just left of center), and always confirm with the establishment. Everything is subject to change.  Please email me with any tips about upcoming events in Southern California.  As the rest of the week progresses I'll update this post with other events (if there are any), as I become aware of them. Читать дальше...

Young outfielder Cameron refining his game in Toledo

11.04.2019 00:00

The Toledo Blade 

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While Mud Hens outfielder Daz Cameron came out of the gates a bit slow to start the 2019 season, the 22-year-old Tigers prospect went 3-for-4 Tuesday to bring his season average to an even .300.

Fantasy Baseball: Pitchers can help your championship chances

11.04.2019 00:00

The Toledo Blade 

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Pitching wins championships.

Saffron Rice Pilaf

11.04.2019 00:00

SimplyRecipes.com 

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Saffron rice, an Indian rice pilaf seasoned with saffron, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, orange zest, pistachios, and almonds. Also called parsi pulao.

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The Story of How Russia Built Nuclear Bomb Cannons To Crush NATO

11.04.2019 00:00

The National Interest 

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Charlie Gao

Security,

What an idea.

The Soviets would continue developing tactical nukes for use in artillery, but later shells utilized miniaturized warheads that allowed nukes to fit in compact projectiles in the Soviet-standard 152mm and 203mm calibers. Likewise, the United States also made nuclear shells in the 155mm and 203mm calibers after abandoning the 260mm M65 cannon.

In the 1950s, both NATO and Warsaw Pact doctrine focused on the employment of tactical nuclear weapons. Читать дальше...

This automatic Seiko watch retails for over $300, but you can get it on Massdrop for $140

11.04.2019 00:00

Autoblog.com 

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Filed under: Green,Motorsports,Electric,Racing

Seiko's "Baby Monster" is a dive watch with automatic movement, rotating bezel, and is water resistant up to a commendable 100 meters (330 ft).

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Watch SpaceX Try to Stick the Landing of Three Booster Rockets During Today’s Falcon Heavy Launch

11.04.2019 00:00

Gizmodo.com 

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SpaceX is set to launch its Falcon Heavy later today, in what will be the first commercial flight for the world’s most powerful rocket. As part of the mission, the Elon Musk-led company will attempt to make history by landing all three boosters. You can watch it all live right here.

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Nottingham Trent wins inaugural Guardian university of the year award - The Guardian

11.04.2019 00:00

Top Stories (uk) - Google News (ru) 

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Nottingham Trent wins inaugural Guardian university of the year award  The Guardian

Nottingham Trent University has been crowned university of the year in the Guardian's annual awards for its inclusive curriculum and focus on social mobility.

Walmart’s $25 insulin can’t fix the diabetes drug price crisis

11.04.2019 00:00

Vox 

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The US chain offers a low-cost option, but it’s far from ideal for all patients.

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Go To These 'Boring' Stores When You Travel Internationally

11.04.2019 00:00

LifeHacker.com.au 

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The allure of far-off destinations lies in doing the things and visiting the places that one cannot do or visit at home, so hanging out at grocery stores, 7-Elevens, and chemists may seem like a waste of your valuable, limited time. Let me assure you, fellow travellers, it is not. More »

CJ From Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Fits Perfectly With Everything

11.04.2019 00:00

Kotaku.com.au 

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Another video game joke is taking over the internet. Ah shit, here we go again. More »

Denholm welcomes best year to date

11.04.2019 00:00

The Scotsman 

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Recruitment agency Denholm has posted record revenue for 2018 following a 12-month period where the firm strengthened its leadership team, grew the Glasgow office it opened in 2017, and extended its international network.

Playing in Celtic Park final would be lovely admits Tommy Seymour

11.04.2019 00:00

The Scotsman 

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Tommy Seymour is confident that Glasgow are in good shape both mentally and physically as they prepare for the Pro14 play-offs – and that they have learned the lessons of last season, when they qualified with months to spare only to fall flat in their home semi-final.

Matt Scott fears players could lie about concussion to go to World Cup

11.04.2019 00:00

The Scotsman 

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Scotland centre Matt Scott has raised fresh concerns that rugby’s strict head injury protocols will never be enough to fully protect player welfare.

Concussion in rugby: Matt Scott opens up on ‘horrendous’ daily headaches

11.04.2019 00:00

The Scotsman 

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Sport is by its nature a short career. A well-worn cliche but evidently a point of fact. A brief window of youth, vigour and talent which compels viewers of all ages to wonder at the possibilities of human endeavour and spirit.

The Victim on BBC: Eddie J Turner identity finally revealed but it's NOT who you think?

11.04.2019 00:00

Express.co.uk 

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THE VICTIM delivered its biggest twist yet tonight when viewers were left gobsmacked as the BBC thriller appeared to reveal the true identity of Eddie J. Turner, but in fact some have predicted an even bigger twist.

Russia agrees to free whales held in 'whale jail'

11.04.2019 00:00

PRI's The World 

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Nearly 100 whales are being held in small pens near Nakhodka, Russia. The whales were captured last summer to be sold to marine parks, but after international outrage Russia on Monday agreed to release the 97 remaining in captivity.

[Baseball] Tigers split double header with Roosevelt

11.04.2019 00:00

Olivet Nazarene (Illinois) Tigers 

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CRESTWOOD, Ill. - The Olivet Nazarene University baseball team earned a win in game one their doubleheader with Roosevelt University on Tuesday, April 9 behind a strong outing on the mound from Aren Gustafson. Gustafson threw five innings, giving up three runs and recording three strike outs. Mason Madalinski closed the game for the Tigers throwing two innings and earning the save, his first of the season. The offense put on a display as five different Tigers recorded RBIs, to give the Tigers a 7-3 victory. Читать дальше...

9 experiential gifts college grads will love — according to a recent college grad

11.04.2019 00:00

ThisIsinsider.com 

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Insider Picks writes about products and services to help you navigate when shopping online. Insider, Inc. receives a commission from our affiliate partners when you buy through our links, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective.

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Timeless treasures

11.04.2019 00:00

BangkokPost.com 

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Like every time I went to Si Sa Ket, I dropped by Khao Phra Wihan National Park again on my latest visit to the northeastern province. As always, the sunrise at Pha Mo E Daeng, the cliff that is one of the park's top attractions, was a refreshing sight. During the rest of the trip, however, I came to realise that Si Sa Ket has much more to offer than Khao Phra Wihan.

Stop creep of 'full Sharia'

11.04.2019 00:00

BangkokPost.com 

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On Tuesday, an LGBTI group protested outside the Brunei embassy in Bangkok, rallying against the tiny oil-rich nation's imposition on April 3 of full Sharia law, which among other barbaric acts punishes sodomy by stoning offenders to death.

Tackling firestarters to beat smog

11.04.2019 00:00

BangkokPost.com 

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The response of the government to the PM2.5 crisis in the northern region has been slow and woefully inadequate. Confidence in our leadership, both local and national, has been shaken to the core.

A step forward

11.04.2019 00:00

BangkokPost.com 

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Re: "FM's outburst", (BP, April 10).

The creaking burden of infrastructure

11.04.2019 00:00

BangkokPost.com 

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In my opinion, Thailand has invested too much on the wrong types of infrastructure, namely the rail mass transit system and high-speed train system. These systems, despite their usefulness, are far from being cost-effective and certainly are not affordable. The financial burden of having these systems not only involves the cost of building infrastructure, but the operating expenses as well.

Cooperative assets quality irks

11.04.2019 00:00

BangkokPost.com 

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The National Credit Bureau (NCB) has voiced concerns about the asset quality of loans extended by savings cooperatives, particularly for lengthy loans, and about the high debt-service ratio (DSR) of borrowers.