THAI AND INDONESIAN CUISINE COMPARED

21 June 2024Yes, you'd think Indonesian and Thai cooking would be very similar given that they are countries where the peoples are close to each other and in constant contact. Surely, they must have swapped recipes. Plus the ingredients available must be the same as the climates are similar.From what I can work out, Indonesian cuisine is known for its complex and "layered" flavours, combining sweet, sour, salty, and spicy tastes, aswhere Thai food...

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THE DECLINE OF THE WEST...MORE DECLINE

20 June 2024 A cityscape with crumbling infrastructure, dilapidated buildings, and empty streets, symbolising economic decline and cultural turmoil. In the background, a vibrant and modern city represents the rise of other global powers.I am not hopeful. I think The West is insolvable and the problems are unsolvable....we are dooooomed.There must be many many measures offering evidence of decline: economic, social and governance / leadership....

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REDESIGN IN THAI STYLE FOR A 64 SQM APARTMENT

19 June 20243D views for each room of the 64 square metre apartment redesigned in the style of Chiang Mai, Thailand.1. Living and Dining Area   - Features traditional Thai elements such as teak wood furniture, Thai silk textiles, and decorative carvings.   - Includes traditional Thai art.   - Warm, inviting atmosphere with a blend of modern comfort and traditional decor. 2. Bedroom   - Teak wood...

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DESIGN FOR APARTMENT IN SURAKARTA STYLE

19 June 2024 3D views for each room of a 64 square metre apartment, redesigned in the style of Surakarta. The 3D interior redesign of the apartment beautifully integrates traditional Javanese elements such as intricate wood carvings, batik textiles, and traditional furniture. The living area features a gamelan set and a wayang kulit puppet display, while the bedroom includes Javanese bed frames with batik bedding. The kitchen...

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BIDEN v. PUTIN - THE GREAT DEBATE

17 June 2024 A talk show host has organised a debate between the presidents Biden and Putin. The debate centres on 10 issues that each can decide for the other side.Here is a transcription of the debate.There are 100 members of the audience who will vote on who gave the best answers.1. Opening StatementsBiden:- Emphasises the importance of democratic values.- Criticises Russia's actions in Ukraine.- Stresses the importance of international...

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THE EMERGENCE OF RUSSIA

16 June 2024THE EMERGENCE OF RUSSIA 1. The Origin of the Slavic People and the Eastern Slavs- Early Slavs: The Slavic people emerged in Eastern Europe around the 5th century AD. They were originally divided into three main groups: Western Slavs, Southern Slavs, and Eastern Slavs.- Eastern Slavs: The Eastern Slavs settled in areas that are now part of Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. They established early tribal confederations and laid the...

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PARLIAMENTARIES IN FRANCE - LATEST at 16 JUNE 2024

16 June 2024 Typical of the french and very amusing:Macron lost at the EU elections, the right won - Marine Le Pen, Rassemblement National, got an unprecedented just over 30%.By way of background: France is a semi-presidential representative democratic republic. The President of the Republic is the head of state, and the Prime Minister is the head of government. Elections to the National assembly are on a first past the post system and...

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