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Valentyna Konstantynovska has begun civilian combat training held by the Ukrainian National Guard. As tensions reach a boiling point between western countries and Russia regarding an invasion of Ukraine, she said that the training will help her protect what’s most important to her. “I’m ready to shoot. If something happens, I will defend my home, my city, my children,” she told ITV News. “I will do this because I think I’m ready for it....

Players in the AAF didn’t get a full opportunity to impress NFL clubs. The league ended just after its eighth week out of 10 in the regular season. But some players clearly shined more than others and if an NFL team watched any of the games, they no doubt saw potential in some of the players. AAF TRACKER: Follow which Alliance players have signed in the NFL Obviously success in the AAF won’t necessarily translate to success in the NFL....

Here are eight ways to support your thyroid function in the cold weather months so you can feel your best. Have Your Levels Checked Cold weather can increase your body’s need for thyroid hormone and cause or exacerbate hypothyroid symptoms. Commonly, during colder months, your thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) level will rise, and free T4 and free T3 levels will drop. If you notice hypothyroid symptoms worsening as the weather gets colder, it’s worth having your blood levels tested....

When people are trying to conceive, they are often told what to stop eating and drinking, from foods that are high in trans-fats to alcohol. But there are some additions that can support a fertility-friendly diet. This National Infertility Week, learn about eight foods that have been shown to potentially help people on their quest for parenthood. Walnuts Having a daily dose of walnuts may help support male fertility in a variety of ways....

Since ROCKWOOL’s texture is similar to bread, the company recommends a normal bread knife to cut the boards. [2] X Expert Source Ryaan TuttleHome Improvement Specialist Expert Interview. 24 September 2021. A drywall knife will also make quick work of any ROCKWOOL boards. [3] X Research source Some contractors recommend using a small handsaw to cut through the boards. An electric knife is also easier to maneuver, so if you have to cut the boards into shapes to fit around fixtures, this is a great option....

You can also try a more comfortable position to ice your neck. Sit in a comfortable chair and rest your head back. Place the pack between your shoulders and the bottom of your head. Lean back against it so your neck gets the full benefit of the cool temperature. Some experts feel that ice will contribute to increased stiffness in the neck because the cold will contract your muscles. [6] X Research source Try what feels good to your neck....

To know exactly what minerals your water contains, try testing it with water hardness testing strips. You can pick up testing strips at your local hardware store. Home ion exchangers are ideal for hard water rated medium to very hard. They are one of the most common choices for improving household water. You may want to run a hard water test first to note the kinds of minerals in your water....

Using pure essential oils on your skin without diluting them can cause irritation and skin damage. [2] X Research source If you want to use essential oils for large topical applications, such as a massage, it’s better to dilute it to a 1% solution. To do so, use just 1 drop of pure essential oil for every 1 tsp (4. 93 mL) of carrier oil. Make sure to shake your solution up well to mix it thoroughly....

Delanie Shelton said her daughter, Chloe, was told by officials at Rejoice Christian Schools in Owasso that the bible only permitted her to marry a man. “[Chloe] said the vice principal sat her down and says the bible says you can only marry a man and have children with a man,” Shelton told Fox 23 News. “My daughter was crying saying ‘does God still love me?’” Shelton added: “The vice principal asked me how do I feel like girls liking girls and I said if we’re being honest, I think it’s okay for girls to like girls and she looked shocked and appalled....

Consumer Brands/Ipsos polled 1,530 people in July and concluded that boomers have the highest level of concern as 87 percent of respondents said they are worried about packaging waste. Additionally, 79 percent of Generation X said they are worried about packaging waste, while 83 percent of millennials and 85 percent of Gen Z said they are concerned as well, according to the survey. The poll also found that 47 percent of Americans would choose to buy recyclable products if given that option, while 20 percent would opt for compostable products....

Whether you’re looking for a gift idea for yourself, an upgrade for the family or for that special person in your life, we have a selection of our favorites. These gifts will boost the streaming and gaming experience for everyone in the house. The prices listed may fluctuate due to the latest deals and discounts. Vizio M70Q7-J03 70-inch TV The Vizio M70Q7-J03 is an excellent big-screen upgrade that won’t break the bank....

The exact amount of water you need will vary depending on how large each ear of corn is. Make sure that you use enough water to completely cover the ears of corn once they are submerged. Note that you can add up to 1 tsp (5 mL) salt to the water if desired, but it is not needed. To remove the husks, snap off the stem of the corn with your hands....

You’ll lose some of the blooms whenever you cut back hydrangeas during the growing season, so the shrub may not look as full as it normally does. Cutting during the growing season always promotes new growth, so your hydrangeas will grow back to the same size and require regular maintenance. Avoid pruning the stems later in the fall or winter on these varieties since you’ll remove the developing buds and get rid of next year’s blooms....

For your own safety, invite your partner or another trusted person to join you while you walk around. If you don’t feel comfortable standing up, this might not be the best option for you. You can also reach a squatting position by sitting on a birth ball or toilet. Make sure a doctor or loved one is nearby before you try this. Ask your doctor, partner, or loved one to supervise when you try this exercise....

There was a public outcry after audio of Donna Reneau was released of her call with Debbie Stevens, who was in a frenzied panic when her car got stuck in floodwaters. Stevens had been delivering newspapers in the early hours of August 24 when she got caught up in torrential rainfall that caused flash flooding throughout Fort Smith. Stuck in her car, she made two phone calls, one to her mother-in-law and one to 911....

Lestat calls this the “first really modern” installment; not just for its contemporary setting but because " it accepts the horrifying absurdity of existence." Sure enough, we see Lestat’s computers and VCR as a 200-year-old vampire would–ephemeral, disposable, not quite real. His wealth seems like a Robin Leach fantasy–but that’s the point. Although Lestat favors lavish lairs, to vampires creature comforts are a matter of whim, not necessity. Their fondness for select mortals doesn’t divert their bloodlust....

Before the Olympics, Nancy Kerrigan needed an orthopedist. Now she’s got spin doctors repairing her freshly hobbled image. The backlash began at the medal ceremony in Lillehammer, where a CBS mike caught the toothy ice maiden complaining that gold medalist Baiul was holding things up by needlessly applying makeup. “Oh, come on,” Nancy said. “So she’s going to get out here and cry again.” Then there was her ungracious assessment of the event’s judging: “I was flawless … Oksana wasn’t clean....

Love the hair. Like the house. All the best. Think you’re nuts. Not nuts to move to New York, of course, which I consider the center of the universe (although you overshot the epicenter, the corner of 57th and Fifth, where I’ve asked that my ashes be scattered someday). But to move to New York to run for the United States Senate? What can you be thinking, to think so small?...

Raisi started his career in 1981 as the prosecutor of Karaj and Hamadan Provinces. He played a leading role in persecuting minorities, especially the Bahais, and political opponents that left untold numbers dead, tortured, and jailed. Upon moving to Tehran as the deputy prosecutor, Raisi served as a member of the so-called “Death Committees,” created by the notorious Ayatollah Sadegh Khalkhali (aka the “hanging judge”). In 1988, Raisi was directly implicated in executing some eight thousand political prisoners who had already served non-capital sentences....