DIANE'S CORNER ... Celebrate Tuberculosis Day

Every year, a day is dedicated to raising awareness about tuberculosis, commonly known as TB. The first Tuberculosis Day was in 1982, a hundred years after Dr Robert Koch announced to the scientific community that he had discovered the cause of the virulent disease, thus paving the way for an eventual cure.

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At the time of Koch’s announcement, TB was one of the world’s deadliest diseases, killing an estimated one in seven people. Although the virus has almost been eradicated in the western world, it still poses a serious problem in developing countries and is making a comeback in areas where there is significant overcrowding and poor nutrition.

You can mark Tuberculosis Day by learning about the international strategies to combat the disease and by raising awareness in your own community. This almost-forgotten disease is important because TB is not just a Dickensian disease; it is still very much with us.

Word of the Day

prejudicious

Definition:

(adjective) Causing harm or injury.

Synonyms:

damaging, detrimental, prejudicial

Usage:

The reporter's coverage resulted in prejudicious publicity for the defendant.

Idiom of the Day

go to hell in a handcart

— To be in an extremely and increasingly bad or ruinous condition; to be on the inevitable path to utter failure or ruin.

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History

Elvis Presley Inducted into the US Army (1958)

Though World War II ended in 1945, military conscription in the US continued in peacetime, and in 1957, the 22-year-old "King of Rock and Roll" was drafted for a two-year stint in the army. Despite concerns about his career, Presley did not try to avoid service and was inducted into the army at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas, in a ceremony mobbed by photographers.

Terrence Steven "Steve" McQueen (1930)

After a tumultuous childhood, reform school, and a stint in the US Marines, McQueen studied acting in New York, earning money on the weekends by racing motorcycles. He gained attention on Broadway and went on to star as a cool, stoic loner in many films, including The Great Escape and Papillon. In Bullitt's famous car chase scene, he even did some of the stunt driving. When he was 18 years old, McQueen saved the lives of five fellow Marines in the Arctic.

Argentina National Day of Memory for Truth and Justice

In Argentina, this is a public holiday that commemorates all those who lost their lives or otherwise suffered under the National Reorganization Process, a military dictatorship that seized power in Argentina on March 24, 1976. The junta held power for eight years, and in that time, at least 30,000 citizens were kidnapped, tortured, and executed for their political views. Around the country, art exhibitions, poetry readings, prayer services, and other cultural events are dedicated to remembering the events of March 24.

'Electric Skin' Can Feel, Thanks to Graphene

Scientists have found a way to power an experimental kind of electronic skin using solar energy in a further step towards the development of prosthetic limbs or robots with a sense of touch.

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Ravinder Dahiya of the University of Glasgow’s School of Engineering poses with the prosthetic hand developed by his team at Glasgow University, Scotland, Britain March 11, 2017. Photographic Unit University of Glasgow/Handout via REUTERS

'Electric Skin' Can Feel, Thanks to Graphene

1792 - Benjamin West became the first American artist to be selected president of the Royal Academy of London.

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1900 - Mayor Van Wyck of New York broke the ground for the New York subway tunnel that would link Manhattan and Brooklyn.

1920 - The first U.S. coast guard air station was established at Morehead City, NC.

1932 - Belle Baker hosted a radio variety show from a moving train. It was the first radio broadcast from a train.

1938 - The U.S. asked that all countries help refugees fleeing from the Nazis.

1955 - Tennessee Williams' play "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" debuted on Broadway.

1960 - A U.S. appeals court ruled that the novel "Lady Chatterley's Lover" was not obscene and could be sent through the mail.

1980 - "Nightline" with Ted Koppel premiered.

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2002 - Thieves stole five 17th century paintings from the Frans Hals Museum in the Dutch city of Haarlem. The paintings were worth about $2.6 million. The paintings were works by Jan Steen, Cornelis Bega, Adriaan van Ostade and Cornelis Dusart.

2005 - Sandra Bullock received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

DAILY SQU-EEK

If You Were Born Today, March 24

Exceptionally intuitive, you are highly perceptive and often have very good instincts. Many of you have psychic ability, or at least, very accurate first impressions. You are idealistic and truthful, and others generally respect you for speaking the truth, even if it hurts sometimes! You are stubborn but determined; loving and dedicated. Famous people born today: Harry Houdini, Steve McQueen, Jim Parsons, David Suzuki, Alyson Hannigan. Related image

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Pictures of the day

The Dance Lesson is an oil on canvas

painting by the French artist Edgar Degas

created around 1879.

The first of a series of paintings by Degas

in a horizontal, frieze-like format,

it draws some inspiration

from Japanese prints in its positioning of

dancers and musical instruments.

It is currently kept at the

National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.

FAMILY WALKS ARE THE BEST WALKS

A family of wild elephants are seen walking down a road inside Khao Yai National Park in Thailand

The Cincinnati Kid

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Eliza pattern by Avid Knitter

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Slip Stitch Mosaic Tote

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Isolt pattern



				Isolt pattern by Berroco Design Team Isolt is a slinky evening tank with exposed seams that join angular shapes knit in Bonsai and Seduce.

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thanks, Jennifer

Rusted from the Rain pattern by Annie Fisherman

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Wavy Waters Baby Blanket pattern by Marnie MacGregor Mooy

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151-47 Annie pattern by DROPS design

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thanks, Rosa

A Handy Sewing Kit

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Crochet Flower Ring

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Beertje Brom pattern by Stip & Haak

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thanks, Doris

Top Down Socks Crochet pattern

RECIPE

thanks, Helen

Make Your Own Herbed Focaccia

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Focaccia is a simple Italian flat, oven-baked bread that’s easy to make and wonderful to eat. It’s perfect warm, right out of the oven, or for sandwiches in place of rolls.

Tasty Herbed Focaccia

Ingredients:

1/2 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup warm water
2 1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast (1 envelope)
1/4 teaspoon honey or sugar
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
Fresh Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions:

Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, and the black pepper in a medium skillet. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 10 minutes, but do not allow the garlic to brown. Set aside.

In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and honey or sugar. Stir a few times, then let sit for 5 minutes. Add 1 cup of the flour and a 1/4 cup of the olive oil mixture. Stir 3 to 4 times until the flour has moistened. Let sit for another 5 minutes.

Stir in the remaining 1 1/2 cups of flour and the salt. Once the dough comes together, transfer to a floured surface and knead the dough until smooth. Transfer to a large oiled bowl, cover with a warm, damp towel and let rise for 1 hour in a warm area of the kitchen.

After an hour, heat oven to 450°F. Then, drizzle some of the garlic-olive oil mixture onto a 9 x 13-inch baking sheet, rubbing it all over the bottom and sides. Place the dough into the pan and press it down. Use your fingers to pinch the dough into dimples and then drizzle the top with the remaining tablespoon of the garlic-olive oil mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese (or to taste).

Let the dough rise for 20 minutes until it puffs slightly, then bake 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer bread to a wire rack and cool.