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Lessons in LanguageAs I mentioned in one of my earlier posts the main language in PNG is Tok Pisin which literally means to talk like a bird. This language was developed from a mixture of English Spanish German and a few other languages. I39ve been working with four native guys who don39t speak much English so this has provided me with the opportunity to learn some Tok Pisin. The fo

After four months in Malawi it is sadly time for me to say a temporary 39goodbye39 to my friendly yet admittedly taxing secondhome. My experience at Partners In Health thus far has been nothing short of lifechanging. In addition to getting an inside look at the drug procurement process which is sadly plagued with corruption customs problems and routine stockouts I have also been i

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March 14 March 17Up early and at the airport bit chilly no fog a good thing for flights. It is a total bun fight at the airport people and bags everywhere but it all gets sorted out and we are through to the waiting area. It is really nice to see so many familiar faces the French from Angle are there the German doctor and dentist are there the Germans from Namche.... even the Korean guy o

After Tuesday39s blog entry we took the dingy for another trip. Before this I was in the toilet and opened up the ceiling hatch to say hello to Alex as he was roaming overhead he replied by dropping a dried bird turd on my headHeaded south to Bullock Point the spot where the Fraser Island ferry ties up at night time. Alex39s toy boat accompanied us as usual and this time he got to trail

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The O’s wore Canadian tuxedos for their road trip to Toronto. [BSR] Jason Hammel gets the win as O’s beat Yanks to take series. [MASN] Kevin Gausman debuts for the O’s tonight. There will be donuts. [FTW] Here’s a report on what to expect from Gausman on the hill. [Fangraphs] Chris Davis is on fire again and tied for the MLB lead in HR. [O's Insider] Nats snap four-game skid in San Fran thanks to Gio and Bryce. [WaPo] Hey, Bryce Harper made a catch at the wall. Progress! [Nats Journal] Nats coach Steve McCatty modeled for Playgirl. [Baseball Prospectus] Here are five things to look for at Redskins OTAs today. [The Insider] Alex Len is mocked to go anywhere from four to 10. [Terps Insider]

From the sprawling horizon of Los Angeles, to the bustling beaches of Miami, many travelers plan to take full advantage of the long-anticipated three-day Memorial Day weekend. And this year, you won’t have to go too far or spend too much to make it a blissful and rewarding vacation when you make it a staycation. According to AAA, 34.8 million Americans are expected to travel during the Memorial Day holiday weekend with 31.2 million planning to drive 50 miles or more to get to their destination. But you may not have to go that far to have a great time. A staycation allows you to enjoy your local festivities as though you are a tourist, without the costs and hassles of travelling. From coast to coast and from sea to shining sea, we’ve complied your personal guide to some of the most fascinating and easily-accessible Memorial Day celebrations going on all around the country, with some destinations below likely within a stone’s throw of your home. These last-minute Memorial Day staycation options will have you spending more time enjoying your long weekend and less time on the road trying to get there. Start your summer off right! Get into a staycation state of mind to save money, enjoy historic patriotic celebrations, check out unique jazz and blues festivals, and take in star-studded musical concerts — just a short drive away. North (Mid-State) St. Louis, MO: Blues + BBQ = A blissful weekend - Perfect for Staycation travelers between Chicago and Memphis –  It’s Bluesweek in St. Louis and there’s nothing like the Bluesweek Festival, a series of free live concerts that will melt your blues away. Right in the heart of Soldiers Memorial, expect stunning performances by some of best blues artist around including the legendary Mavis Staples and St. Louis’s own resident diva Kim Massie. Did I mention it’s FREE? In a matter of time, all that good music may have you wondering who has “The Best Q in the Lou?” If so, then be sure to stick around the venue for the Bunge BBQ Battle Royale, where home cooks, restaurants, bars and renowned BBQ grill masters put their cooking skills to the taste. Chicago, IL – A ‘Chi-Town’-style extravaganza - Perfect for Staycation travelers between St. Louis and Memphis – Support the troops and be a part of one of the largest Memorial Day parades in the nation. From State Street to Van Buren Street, join the people of Chicago as they honor the men and women of the Armed Forces at the Chicago Memorial Day Parade. Once you’ve basked in all that festive glory, be sure to make your way to The Randolph Street Market Festival. From furnishings to vintage apparels, jewelry and classic collectibles, there’s nothing like this indoor/outdoor urban antique market hosted in the historic West Loop neighborhood. South Atlanta, GA: Jazz festival and fireworks unite - Perfect for Staycation travelers between New Orleans and Charlotte - If jazz music just warms your soul, you need to make your way to Atlanta this Memorial Day weekend. Enjoy an incredible lineup of electrifying artists performing at the Atlanta Jazz Festival. And it’s FREE! Previous artists included Miles Davis and Nina Simone. This year, the festival is sure to ‘wow’ jazz lovers of every generation with performances by the fearsome bassist and prolific songwriter Meshell Ndegeocello and the critically acclaimed Cuban pianist and award-winning composer Aruán Ortiz. After you have satiated your appetite for great music, don’t miss the a state-of-the-art laser light show that sparkles in the sky at the Salute to the Troops Lasershow Spectacular at Stone Mountain Park. It’s perfect for the entire family. Miami, FL: A Memorial Day concert that sizzles - Perfect for Staycation travelers between Key West and Charlotte -  If by chance you just love reggae music — and that’s love with a capital “L” — then the Best of the Best Concert is where you want to be this Memorial Day weekend. Enjoy a 10-hour long music extravaganza righ

News about Universal Pictures having plans for a remake of Timecop, the 1994 time travel action film starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, is certainly not new, though it hasn’t been talked about for a while now. Now, according to The Hollywood Reporter, they are putting a reboot into development, and it will be produced by Marc Shmuger alongside Tom McNulty. Timecop, one of Van Damme’s most successful films, is based on a story published by Dark Horse Comics. In the movie, our hero is a time-travelling police officer after a corrupt politician played by Ron Silver. The movie has resulted in a direct-to-DVD sequel, Timecop 2: The Berlin Decision, which was released in 2003. A reboot for the movie with modern special effects would certainly be awesome. But the starting of project development doesn’t really mean that a movie is certainly coming. And even if it is indeed going to hit theaters, Van Damme’s return is very unlikely. No hints on who could play the hero. It will probably be someone who can do high kicks and a perfect split on a kitchen counter. So are you excited about the return of Timecop? Or do you think it won’t be a hit if Van Damme is absent? What if Jason Statham is present? [Image Source] The post Jean-Claude Van Damme’s ‘Timecop’ Remake In The Works? appeared first on Mobile Magazine.

The Morning Tip-Off is where we scour the internet, to bring you all the San Antonio Spurs news from different outlets, all on one page. Here are your links for May 23rd: San Antonio Spurs Prove To Be “Radioactive” For Grizzlies - Fansided Radio How has it been so easy for San Antonio to grab a quick 2-0 lead over the Grizzlies? Simple time time travel should be able to give everyone the answer. The Spurs are playing themselves from a decade ago. It is simply a “Radioactive” situation for the Memphis Grizzlies. There is no way they can win this battle…unless they look into the future for the winning game plan. Memphis Grizzlies vs San Antonio Spurs Analysis - King James Gospel The Grizzlies were off to a better start in game 2, holding the Spurs to only 18 points in the first quarter, after allowing 31 in their first meeting. Their defense was without a doubt an improvement over whatever it was in game 1. On pick and roll coverage, they switched appropriately, and hedged in small doses (Memphis should never hedge hard in any scenario due to their bigs’ lack of athleticism, and inability to move laterally for more than a step). They reduced over-helping on penetration, rotated well for the most part, and thankfully, the Spurs didn’t hit a million threes. Spurs Must Push For Sweep To Give PG Time Off Before Finals - Bleacher Report Tony Parker is headed for an MRI, but don’t fret, Spurs fans—it’s not as bad as it sounds. Typically, when an athlete is scheduled for an MRI, the best-case scenario is that a few weeks of rest is all that will be needed to heal an ailing ligament and not surgery, which requires a lengthy recovery process. Comparing Grizzlies And Spurs Chances Against Miami Heat - Blecher Report Gregg Popovich’s plug-and-play group is the antithesis of Erik Spoelstra’s All-Star-laden roster, but there are some notable similarities between the two franchises. Both have the ability to lace up a number of different kicks, overwhelming their opposition with a perimeter-based offensive barrage or scratching out success in a slow-paced defensive test of wills. Pop and Spo have a horde of marksmen flanking multiple ball-handlers capable of carving up defenders with point-producing penetrations. Life Is Full Of Possibilities - Pounding the Rock 2010 was a rough year as a Spurs fan. Well, it was the most painful regular season I have had to endure in my 14 years as a Spurs lover. Keith Bogans was a Spur (what?), Tony was unhealthy when Manu happened to be healthy, Blair/Bonner were our centers and Richard Jefferson happened. I hated it.  Game 2 Grades Handed Out - AirAlamo Ok, so that game was, ugh. A game that saw the Spurs up 18 points near the end of the third quarter, up 7 with under a minute to go. The Spurs due to exhaustion, stopping what worked, and the Memphis defense forced an unlikely overtime. In overtime Tim Duncan showed why he is by far and away the greatest power forward ever to grace a basketball court in scoring 6 of the Spurs 8 points in OT and helping the Spurs prevail and take a 2-0 series lead.