Country joe and the fish

FILE PHOTO: A fish vendor at Commonwealth Market in Quezon City weighs locally sourced “galunggong” or round scad as she waits for customers on Wednesday, August 22, 2018.  INQUIRER/GRIG C. MONTEGRANDE MANILA, Philippines — Senator Manny Pacquiao on Thursday expressed disbelief over the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) announcement that it would import 60,000 metric tons (MT) of pelagic fish, raising questions as to how a country surrounded by large bodies of water can have a shortage in its fish supply. According to Pacquiao, the admission of DA Secretary William Dar that the country is experiencing fish shortage is a manifestation of the government’s inability to manage and optimize the country’s rich aquatic resource properly. “This is unbelievable. Saan ka naman nakakita ng bansang napapaligiran ng mga dagat pero nag-iimport ng mga produktong galing sa dagat? Sobrang kawawa na nga ang ating mga magsasaka dahil sa pagpasok ng napakaraming imported at smuggled na mga bigas … [Read more...] about ‘Unbelievable!’ Pacquiao hits DA’s plan to import 60,000 MT of fish

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline Lev Parnas will face 20 months in prison on campaign finance and wire fraud charges, a federal judge ruled Wednesday, closing out a criminal case against a Ukrainian-American businessman whose alleged role in helping Rudy Giuliani dredge up dirt about President Joe Biden made him a key figure in former President Donald Trump’s first impeachment. Key Facts Judge Paul Oetken also ordered Parnas to pay about $2.3 million in restitution and face three years of supervised release, the U.S. Attorney’s office for the Southern District of New York said in a statement. Parnas was convicted last year of illegally funneling a Russian oligarch’s money into several 2018 political campaigns, a scheme prosecutors say was designed to nudge politicians to give licenses to a recreational marijuana business. He also pleaded guilty in March to wire fraud charges for siphoning off investors’ money from a company … [Read more...] about Ex-Giuliani Associate Parnas Sentenced To 20 Months In Prison For Fraud And Campaign Finance Violations

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin From October 19 to 22, South Beach Seafood Festival, a celebration of South Florida’s seafood bounty in collaboration with some of the region’s leading chefs and restaurants, will be returning for its 10th anniversary, with an expected turnout of over 16,000 attendees. The festival also kicks off Miami Beach’s highly-anticipated stone crab season. Hence on the first night, October 19, it opens with “An Evening at Joe’s Stone Crab,” a five-course dinner by longtime executive chef Andre Bienvenu at the restaurant’s private dining, Jesse’s Room, where the late Al Capone and Frank Sinatra sat and dined. On October 20, Crabs, Slabs & Cabs will take place at the Kimpton Surfcomber South Beach’s High Tide Beach Bar and Grill. A five-course dinner will be prepared by Pubbelly Sushi partner José Mendín, Fiola Miami’s executive chef Danny Ganem, Meat Market owner and executive chef Sean Brasel, and event host Goya Foods’ … [Read more...] about What To Expect At The 10th Annual South Beach Seafood Festival This October

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Instead of sticking to Oslo, Stockholm or Helsinki, consider exploring town by town for a fuller, more authentic Nordic experience. Norway’s Sunnmøre district is a perfect place to start; located on the country’s west coast, the area boasts a number of stunning fjords, all within a few miles of one another. Scandinavian landscapes, culture and unique history put this region at the top of any traveler’s bucket list. The Sunnmøre Alps are known for scenic hikes, while roadside villages preserve tradition and welcome visitors to eateries, shops and intimate museums. As the unofficial capital of the district, the seaside town of Ålesund is worth spending a few days in; this “Art Nouveau” center is full of curiosities surrounding its reconstruction after a devastating fire in 1904. Ålesund will satisfy any history or architecture buff, while nature lovers will enjoy the opportunity to explore Sunnmøre via sparkling waterways, wooded … [Read more...] about Ålesund And Sunnmøre: Norway’s Adventure Capital Of The Fjords

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin It’s summertime, which means it’s road trip season. Time to hit the open road and see the sights. And despite inflation and gas price hikes, travelers are booking those vacations in record numbers this summer. Outdoorsy , the peer-to-peer marketplace connecting RV owners with RV renters, recently published its 2022 trend report to get a sense of who is booking road trips this year and where they’re going. The results were surprising: Outdoorsy hasn’t seen any slowdowns this year despite inflation. In fact, bookings are up year over year for the summer season—more than double last year’s record demand. It makes sense: An RV rental trip can be a great alternative for folks who are looking for an approachable—and less crowded—getaway this summer. It’s also an ideal solution for any last-minute changes in plans due to ever-increasing canceled flights, rental car shortages or expensive hotels. Plus, it’s affordable, since you … [Read more...] about 27 Best Road Trips To Take This Summer

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin It’s always more rewarding to explore a culinary or wine destination if a major chef or wine expert is leading the trip: they have the contacts and knowledge to unlock the secrets of a place. A new series of small group trips from the company Modern Adventure called Paragon will provide that expertise along with an altruistic aim: a portion of each trip will support a charity or nonprofit chosen by the luminary leading it. The first trip, scheduled for April 15-23, 2023 to Japan, will be led by Kyle and Katina Connaughton , owners of Healdsburg, California’s Michelin three star SingleThread,Farm-Restaurant-Inn a showcase of exceptional ingredients grown on their farm and fashioned into exquisite 10 course tasting menus of Japanese influenced creations. The Connaughtons are drawing on their experience of living and working in Japan, passion for the country’s rituals and deep connections to artisans and master chefs … [Read more...] about New, Immersive Culinary And Wine Trips Launch Led By Top Chefs And Sommeliers

- A + A LONDON/KUWAIT/CAIRO (June 30): The OPEC+ coalition ratified an oil-production increase that completes the return of supplies halted during the pandemic, while deferring discussions on its next move for another day. The 23-nation group led by Saudi Arabia rubber-stamped plans to add 648,000 barrels a day in August, restoring the final tranche of the 9.7 million barrels a day that was shuttered just over two years ago, according to a statement. But with most members besides the Saudis and their neighbors unable to raise output, the decision is largely symbolic. In recent months, the group has added significantly less oil to the market than promised, doing little to soothe crude prices. Oil was little changed after the widely expected decision by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies. Brent crude was 0.5% lower at US$115.69 a barrel as of 1:34 p.m. in London. Traders are now more concerned with how Riyadh and the United Arab … [Read more...] about OPEC+ ratifies August supply hike, next move left unresolved

President Joe Biden called the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade “outrageous behavior” at Thursday’s NATO summit. Associated Press White House reporter Darlene Superville asked the president what message he sends to world leaders when a reported 85% of the American public believe the country is going down the wrong path. Biden said leaders do not believe the nation is going backward. “They do not think that,” he replied. “You haven’t found one person, one world leader to say ‘America is going backwards.’ America’s better positioned to lead the world than we ever have been. We have the strongest economy in the world, our inflation rates are lower than other nations in the world. The one thing that has been destabilizing is the outrageous behavior of the Supreme Court of the United States by overruling not only Roe v. Wade, but essentially challenging the right to privacy.” WATCH: The president said the nation had led the world in protecting privacy … [Read more...] about ‘Destabilizing’: Biden Calls The Supreme Court Overruling Roe V. Wade ‘Outrageous Behavior’

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin This time of year, Americans usually beeline to spots with some sort of nature component like Yellowstone, Maui, and Ocean City. But why not steer clear of the crowds this summer, and consider an urban destination with outdoor appeal like Detroit ? Because while most people identify Michigan’s biggest city with its automotive roots and as the birthplace of Motown, Motor City brims with plentiful recreational, cultural, and culinary offerings. It’s a unique midwestern metropolis that’s ever-evolving, refreshingly diverse – Detroit is the country’s biggest majority-Black city – and sits along the Detroit River, which forms an international border between Canada and the U.S. On top of that, Detroit couldn’t be any easier to get to since it’s a hub of Delta Airlines. Ahead, even more reasons why Detroit makes for a smart, yet under-the-radar destination right now. Where to Stay in Detroit Opened in 2019, this … [Read more...] about How To Spend The Perfect Long Summer Weekend In Detroit

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline At a press conference in Madrid at the conclusion of a summit of NATO leaders on Thursday, President Joe Biden focused on pledging ongoing support for Ukraine in its ongoing war against Russia but made the biggest waves when he called for an “exception” to the Senate’s filibuster to codify Roe v. Wade into law. Key Facts Biden called the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade last Friday that allows states to ban abortions “outrageous” during the press conference. “I believe we have to codify Roe v. Wade into law and the way to do that is to make sure Congress votes to do that,” Biden said Thursday. The remainder of Biden’s press conference centered on Russia’s impact on global security, and he said the U.S. will “stick with Ukraine as long as it takes.” The war that began when Russia invaded Ukraine February 24 “will not end with a Russian defeat of Ukraine,” Biden said. Biden … [Read more...] about Biden: Senate Should Break Filibuster To Codify Abortion Rights Into Law