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Invoking the Holocaust, demonstrators described to the conditions in which immigrants are being held as concentration camps and spoke of the immigrant children who have died while in ICE care. The protesters traveled from cities including Seattle and Boston to attend the protest, which was organized by a decentralized group of Jewish activists, along with members of the immigrant rights group Movimiento Cosecha. A spokesperson estimated that as many as 200 people had participated in the action outside the prison, which is managed by Core Civic....

The families are all from El Cajon, a suburb east of San Diego, which has a large refugee population. Many of the families had gone to Afghanistan so the children could see their grandparents in May and early June, before the Taliban took over the government. U.S. government officials and California Republican Rep. Darrell Issa have been working to get the other four families safely evacuated as the two other families landed in San Diego Wednesday night....

The coronavirus pandemic forced postponement of the Games for a year, and as the world moves closer to the opening ceremonies, all eyes are on the athletes, their coaches and the bodies that govern them. Though the Games won’t officially start until July 23, there have already been multiple controversies surrounding this year’s Olympics. Below are four that have already caused a stir throughout the Olympic community and beyond....

If you’ve ever eaten a protein bar or baked good, you’ve probably consumed whey concentrate. Due to the additional processing, hydrolyzed whey tends to be much more expensive than concentrate or isolate whey. The benefits may not be worth it to you. Avoid purchasing a sweetened whey protein. Even though it tastes better, it’s not a healthy additive if you’re trying to lose weight. If you want to minimize the taste of whey powder in your smoothies, get a light vanilla flavor....

For instance, instead of offering a printer repair service to potential clientele, label your service as: “Handy Printer Tune-up. ” For instance, if your main line of work is designing websites, try expanding your business scope to also include mobile apps. Try interacting with your competitors at a social gathering and other meet-ups to get a feel for how they run things. Generally, there are 3 types of competition: direct, secondary/indirect, and substitute....

You don’t have to take the capsule at the exact same time every morning (for instance, if your wake-up time varies). The important thing is to take it on an empty stomach. Instead of focusing on a time, consider making it (for example) the second or third thing you do during your morning routine. It’s generally safe to take other prescribed medications at the same time, but clear this with your doctor first....

Increasing the padding may help if you get pain on or right around one or both of your ears. It’s especially helpful if the driver—the disc that converts electrical signals into sounds—presses against the middle of your ear. A pair of foam pads usually costs around $10 USD, velour pads may run closer to $15-20 USD, and leather pads may be $25 USD or more. If exceptional sound quality is your top priority, you’ll probably have to either keep the original ear pads in place or shop for a new pair of headphones that provides both great sound and high comfort....

Avoid using a cloth or a light feather duster since they move dirt instead of picking it up off of the surface. Always be super careful when handling your blinds—a lot of designers only attach them with a thin piece of plastic that’s easy to break. [3] X Expert Source Daniel OlinHome Cleaning Specialist Expert Interview. 12 October 2021. Don’t try to use a vacuum without an attachment since the suction could damage the blinds....

If you select “AirDrop” make sure the device you want to send the VCF to is near and tap that device. If you want to save a copy of the VCF for yourself, enter your own email address as the recipient. Open the App Store. Tap Search at the bottom of the screen. Enter My Contacts Backup in the search bar. Tap GET next to the My Contacts Backup icon....

For example, you can often remove the backs from chairs or feet from sofas. Even taking the cushions off a couch helps make it a little bit lighter and easier to carry. Always take the drawers out of furniture like dressers and desks before moving them up stairs. You don’t necessarily need to wrap small pieces of furniture. However, when you are moving large pieces of heavy furniture up a set of stairs, it’s very likely you will bump it into a wall, stair, or doorframe at some point....

Flowers that air-dry well include roses and hydrangeas. [2] X Research source Marigolds, lavender, and cornflowers are other great options. Longer stems are easier to bind. You can always cut the stems after the flowers are dry. Make sure the flowers are tied tightly enough so that they don’t slip out, but not so tightly that you’re crushing the stems. Crushed stems can stay damp and get moldy. The flowers will change color as they dry and become less vibrant....

For example, “She threw the ball for her dog. ” “She” is the subject and “threw” is the verb. In the sentence “She threw the ball for her dog,” “She,” the subject, comes before “threw,” the verb. Passive voice is okay sometimes, but it should be used sparingly and in the right context. For example, “The fish was caught by the seagull” uses the passive voice. “The fish” is the object of the sentence, and “was caught” is the verb....

Virtually every industry has been affected, and many are looking toward organizations that have not only weathered a supply chain storm but have come out stronger on the other side. Companies with large fleets that have dealt with these limitations can teach businesses across all industries how to manage the problem better. Embrace Variability Companies managing large fleets tend to focus on long-term goals: If you have a fleet size of 10,000 vehicles year-round, the most optimal way to source those vehicles is by ordering them directly from the manufacturer and then financing them over the anticipated service life....

Make sure there isn’t a K-cup or coffee pod in the holder when you start cleaning. If your Keurig has a touchscreen display, wipe it dry with a paper towel when you’re finished cleaning it so it doesn’t get damaged. The mug tray usually rests on top of the bottom reservoir. You can either wipe the mug tray with a cloth or soak it in your sink. If you have a Keurig filter in the water tank, pull it out before washing out the tank....

While you can reference photos online or consult your user manual to figure out the correct locations, a picture lets you can see the difference before and after cleaning. Don’t bend the keys as you pull them, as this can damage the connection. Pull the keys straight up to dislodge them, revealing plus-sign-shaped holdings. You can identify hinged keys by looking for white hinges on the bottom of any keycaps you couldn’t pull off....

The paste should have the consistency of toothpaste, so if it’s too runny or thick, adjust it with more baking soda or water. More baking soda will make it thicker, and more water will make it thinner. You may need to make more paste if you are cleaning a large plastic item. Smaller items can be placed in the sink to be rinsed. A large item can be rinsed with a garden hose....

Rinse beans with cool water in a colander or a sink. Shake them off, trim the stem ends, and cut very long beans in half. Fill a large pot with just enough water to cover the beans. Bring the water to a boil over high heat and then add the freshly washed and trimmed beans to the water. Once the water comes to a boil again, turn the heat down and let the beans simmer for about 4 minutes or until they are tender but still crisp....

This method also works well if you are adding the rice noodles to soup, but you can add rice noodles to soup without soaking or cooking them first. Note that fresh rice noodles are soft, but most rice noodles are sold in their hard, brittle form. Fresh rice noodles do not need to be cooked or soaked in water. Instead, they are added directly to the dishes they are served in or steamed....

Alternatively, you may allow the leaves to drain by letting them sit out in a mesh or plastic strainer for 30 minutes or by patting them dry with clean paper towels. Alternatively, you may also use kitchen shears to cut the leaves into coarsely shredded pieces.

Avoid phrases like, “I don’t know about this” or “Maybe we shouldn’t”. Your meaning can be misinterpreted. You might say, “When I say no, I mean it. Don’t keep asking me or trying to change my mind. If or when I am willing, I’ll let you know. With a spouse or partner you could try, “When you ask me to have sex so often, I feel pressured and uncomfortable. Please stop....