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Create a Winter Bird Haven

Illinois

Blue birds huddling together for warmth
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— Science girl (@gunsnrosesgirl3) December 27, 2024

Also from the University of Illinois:

Why so much slip and fall attorney advertisements after SCOTUS Bates v. State Bar of Arizona (1977)

How Do You Measure the Percentage of Alcohol in Beer, Wine and Other Beverages?

How Do You Measure the Percentage of Alcohol in Beer, Wine and Other Beverages?https://t.co/WitMHCUKGd https://t.co/VS3p32cdGd @NIST pic.twitter.com/FPKBBSari9

— Standards Michigan (@StandardsMich) November 28, 2022

What Is A Standard Drink?

Beer Pong Robot

Christmas Rewind

Christmas Bread & Lumberjack Latte

In the Bleak Midwinter

Sleigh Ride

Egg Nog Riot of 1826

Breads of Christmas: Panettone

“A Charlie Brown Christmas”

John Rutter “Donkey Carol”

Mince Pie & Tea

Christmas Tea

Christmas for Cowboys

I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus

Carúl Loch Garman

Eggnog

“Chipmunk Christmas Song”

2022 Christmas Candlelight Concert

Greene County Campus Christmas

Christmas Message

Bethlehem Down

Do You Hear What I Hear?

Gingerbread Latte

Birjina gaztetto bat zegoen

He Who Sings Prays Twice

The Star of Bethlehem

Winter holiday fire facts

Mince Pie & Tea

BSI Group: Consumer, Retail & Food Standards

This British festive pastry has origins dating back to the 13th century when European Crusaders returned from the Middle East with recipes containing meats, fruits, and spices. These early pies, known as “mincemeat pies,” combined minced meat (usually mutton), suet, fruits, and spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, symbolizing the gifts of the Magi. In the 16th century, the pies were rectangular, representing Jesus’ crib.

Over time, the meat content reduced, and by the Victorian era, the recipe had evolved to primarily include dried fruits, suet, and spices, aligning with the modern version of the mince pie. Traditionally enjoyed during the Christmas season, mince pies are now small, round pastries filled with a mixture called mincemeat, which typically contains no meat but a blend of dried fruits, sugar, spices, and sometimes brandy or other spirits.

Tea

Good luck to all candidates doing their Oxford interviews over the next couple of weeks 🤞

📷 Instagram | Juncao_Oxford#ApplyingToOxford pic.twitter.com/sqj0LpKdgD

— University of Oxford (@UniofOxford) December 9, 2024

Last night, after a 3 year break, we were delighted to once again host our Festive Networking Drinks 🎄 in person, at the Oxford & Cambridge Club, London.
We had a great turn out with almost 60 fellows, students & alumni braving the cold to socialise & network with their peers. pic.twitter.com/WX7aVskMsi

— Kellogg College, University of Oxford (@KelloggOx) December 14, 2022

Gulliver visits the Great Academy of Lagado

In Irish author Jonathan Swift’s 1726 satire — “Gulliver’s Travels” — Lagado is the capital of Balnibarbi whose king had invested a great fortune on building an “Academy of Projectors” so that it shall contribute to the nation’s development through research.

Gulliver describes pointless experiments conducted there — trying to change human excretion back into food, trying to extract sunbeams out of cucumbers, teaching mathematics to pupils by writing propositions on wafers and consuming them.

“Gulliver’s Travels” 1939 Production | (Max Fleischer (1883 – 1972)

“None are so blind as those who refuse to see” is a proverbial expression that has been used by many authors and public figures throughout history. The exact origin of the phrase is unknown, but it has been attributed to various sources, including the Bible, where Jesus says, “For judgment I am come into this world, that they which see not might see; and that they which see might be made blind” (John 9:39, King James Version).

The phrase has also been attributed to Jonathan Swift, an Irish author and satirist, who wrote in his 1738 work,

“Polite Conversation”: “Blind, sir? I see every day where Lord M– goes upon the bench without his bag, and you tell me he is not blind?”.

However, it is possible that the phrase existed prior to Swift and was simply popularized by him.

Internet Archive: Gulliver’s Travels

Gallery: Other Ways of Knowing Climate Change

Eric Weinstein: We need a scientific revolution

Auld Lang Syne

Standards for American Prosperity

Crucial Role of Standards for American Prosperity Highlighted in CSIS Roundtable Session with S. Joe Bhatia

Here are some of the ways in which government regulations impede economic growth:

Increased costs: Regulations can impose additional costs on businesses, which can affect their ability to operate efficiently and compete in the marketplace. For example, regulations can require businesses to invest in new technologies or processes to comply with environmental or safety standards, which can increase their expenses.
Reduced innovation: Some people believe that regulations can stifle innovation and entrepreneurship, as businesses may be hesitant to invest in new products or technologies that could be subject to strict regulations. This can limit the potential for new businesses to emerge and grow.
Slowed job growth: Regulations can increase the cost of doing business, which can lead to reduced hiring and slower job growth. This can be particularly challenging for small businesses that may not have the resources to comply with regulatory requirements.
Reduced competition: Regulations can sometimes create barriers to entry for new businesses, which can reduce competition and limit economic growth. This can be particularly true in industries that are heavily regulated, such as healthcare and finance.
Reduced trade: Regulations can make it more difficult for businesses to operate in international markets, as they may face additional regulatory requirements and trade barriers. This can limit economic growth and reduce opportunities for businesses to expand their operations.

It is important to note that regulations can also have benefits, such as protecting consumers and the environment, promoting fair competition, and fostering innovation. It’s essential to strike a balance between regulatory requirements and economic growth to ensure that businesses can thrive while also protecting public health and safety.

The U.S. Standards System effectively provides a “shadow government” that runs parallel to the elected government so that a balance of informed voices are present in formulating what Montesquieu called the “necessary laws”. See our ABOUT.

"The Spirit of the Laws"https://t.co/XJySKe3kCz
Charles de Secondat, Baron de Montesquieu
Cambridge University Presshttps://t.co/WCerwqSnUA @CambridgeUP pic.twitter.com/lby6W3E49z

— Standards Michigan (@StandardsMich) December 27, 2021

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