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On November 1, Ucom employees joined SunChild NGO and its partner, the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets (FPWC), for their annual tree-planting initiative. Sunchild NGO cooperates with FPWC, which has been planting forests in Vayots Dzor region for years. This year it is planned to plant more than 100,000 trees, which were grown and cared for in nurseries. About 40 employees from Ucom spent a whole day as volunteers in the picturesque mountains of Gnishik settlement of Areni community in Vayots Dzor region and planted more than 2,000 trees. During the event, they also learned about…

Ucom announces the completion of the first phase of its 5G network rollout, now operational in nine Armenian cities: Aparan, Artik, Charentsavan, Dilijan, Gyumri, Spitak, Stepanavan, Vanadzor, and Tsaghkadzor. The 5G launch marks a significant milestone in Ucom’s regional infrastructure modernization program, designed to offer faster speeds and a more reliable connection to subscribers. 5G technology enables quicker and more efficient data transmission, improving the digital experience for users. “The launch of the 5G network is a major step toward a new digital reality at the heart of our company’s vision. Our aim is to deliver the best digital experience…

Confession time! As someone with more opinions than I can fit in three cookbooks, one audiobook, and even 18 years of archives on this website, sometimes when I want to grumble about something food-related but it’s not the time or place, I tuck it in a little document called “rants” that is so full of cringe, you only have my permission to publish posthumously. But I can’t write a headnote for this particular cake without first owning up to #23 on the list in advance: “Apple cider cakes are lies.” Which begs the questions: Who hurt you, Deb? What gives?…

Skip to content Home » Fresno State elevates ‘Department of Music’ to ‘School of Music’ Fresno State elevates ‘Department of Music’ to ‘School of Music’ The “Department of Music” at Fresno State has changed its name to the “School of Music.” The Academic Senate approved the name change on Oct. 7. “Becoming the Fresno State School of Music offers an incredible opportunity for Fresno State to further showcase our vibrant community of musicians, educators and scholars,” said Dr. Cari Earnhart, chair of the School of Music. “The change will positively impact not only our students but also our…

Last week, our founder Amanda Hesser; Food52 GM Jojo Feld; and senior director of merchandising, Jackson Fust; and I descended on Round Top, Texas, for the bi-annual Round Top Antiques Fair—a must-stop for designers like Kelly Wearster and Leanne Ford—to scope out vintage treasures we could sell as part of our ever-growing collection in our Shop. Over three days, we saw miles and miles of vintage glassware—Amanda has thoughts!—wooden boards, and cauliflower-ware, the kooky cousin of cabbageware. But even among all the old things, we saw new-to-us delights and trends. Here’s what we spotted and loved. Photo by Julie Vadnal…

Skip to content Home » New report shows Fresno State contributes nearly $1 billion to Valley economy New report shows Fresno State contributes nearly $1 billion to Valley economy Fresno State is a powerful engine of prosperity for the San Joaquin Valley, generating close to $1 billion dollars of annual economic activity, according to a new economic impact report produced by the Craig School of Business. Among the key findings in the report – economic activity by Fresno State and its auxiliaries generates an annual average of $954 million in business sales and $391 million in worker income,…

It’s not fall until you’ve made a batch of pumpkin muffins. Right? These muffins fill our kitchen with the wonderful fragrance of pumpkin and spice, which makes it feel like autumn, even when the weather outside is still unseasonably warm. These almond flour-based pumpkin muffins are tender, fluffy and delicious. My daughter and I have been enjoying batch after batch. I love these pumpkin muffins for several reasons— They’re easy enough to make with a three-year-old, which means they’re really easy. They’re wholesome but taste like a treat. I feel great about feeding these muffins to our daughter and her…

Skip to content Home » Fresno State honors Native American Heritage Month in November Fresno State honors Native American Heritage Month in November Native American Heritage Month — marked each year in November — recognizes the contributions the first Americans made to the establishment and growth of the United States. In 1990 President George H. W. Bush approved a resolution designating November as “National American Indian Heritage Month.” Fresno State has several events taking place in November, honoring the Native American members of the campus community: Nov. 1-30: Native American Heritage Month: A Warm Welcome, presented by the…

Gravy is one of my favorite parts of any turkey or roast beef dinner. This recipe is made with drippings, broth, and a sprinkly of savory seasonings to create a rich flavorful gravy from turkey, beef, or pork drippings. This homemade gravy can be made with chicken, turkey, or roast beef drippings. It has a rich flavor and is easy to make while the meat rests. Never lumpy, this gravy comes out velvety smooth and is perfect for pouring over mashed potatoes. What You’ll Need For Homemade Gravy Drippings: The drippings are separated into fat and broth. If you pour…

Converse Bank “PJSC” has signed a framework agreement with the Uzbek JSCB Kapitalbank during the Sibos 2024 international conference, held in Beijing. This is an important step for both Converse Bank and its partners, representing a significant document aimed at expanding international cooperation in key areas: Financing of foreign trade transactions, and support for clients in export and import matters; Cooperation in financial markets, including joint operations in currency and money markets. With this partnership, the Bank expands its international network of partnerships, providing its clients with new opportunities for business growth and success. “Thanks to reforms, Uzbekistan’s economy is…