Denial

By Suzanne A. Marshall from the June 2017 Edition Starring: Rachel Weisz, Tom Wilkinson Timothy Spall, Andrew Scott, Jack Lowden, Caren Pistorius, Alex Jennings Director: Mick Jackson “Acclaimed writer and historian, Deborah E. Lipstadt, must battle for historical truth to prove the Holocaust actually occurred when David Irving, a renowned denier, sues her for libel.” […]

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African Spear-I Planted Roots in Mexico

By Tommy Clarkson from the June 2017 Edition African Spear Sansevieria cylindrica Family: Asparagaceae Also known as: Cylindrical Snake Plant, Spear Sansevieria, Elephant’s Toothpick, Bow String Hemp or Skyline Spear San- sevieria The evergreen perennial succulents of the Sansevierias come in several forms and are capable of surviving for generations. Many call them Snake Plants […]

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Mancha Manteles (Means to stain the tablecloth)

By Manzanillo Sun Writer From the June 2017 Edition A stew of assorted meat, chili peppers, vegetables, and fruits Makes 6 to 8 servings Ingredients For mancha manteles 1 1/2 pounds tomatoes 1 1/2 medium white onions, peeled and quartered 1 medium sweet potato dried ancho chiles* 3 dried guajillo chiles* 3 dried mulato chiles* […]

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Facebook privacy demystified (part four) Set up a Group

By Señior Tech from the June 2017 Edition Another way to protect your privacy on Facebook is to set up a group. Select the down arrow from the main Facebook menu bar.  Then click “Create Group” on the drop-down menu. Groups are great for getting things done and staying in touch with just the people […]

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Beefsteak Plant-I Planted Roots in Mexico

By Tommy Clarkson from the June 2017 Edition Beefsteak Plant Acalypha wilkesiana Family: Euphorbiaceae Also known as: Joseph’s Coat, Copper Leaf, Copper Plant or Match-Me-If-You-Can Fijian Fire Plant, Fire Dragon Plant or Redleaf (This seems to be a family of interesting names. Its close kin is the Chenille Plant – or Red Hot Cat’s Tail […]

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