Download or read book Food and Physical Security in 2024 and Beyond written by Dennis DeLaurier and published by Dennis DeLaurier. This book was released on 2024-03-24 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: INTRODUCTION In an era defined by unprecedented global challenges and rapid transformations, the importance of food and physical security has become more paramount than ever. The year 2024 stands as a pivotal moment in our collective history, marked by an intricate interplay of factors that profoundly impact the safety and sustenance of individuals, communities, and nations alike. It is this food–security connection that will be discussed in detail.

Download or read book Rumblings From Crescent Hill written by Dennis DeLaurier and published by Dennis DeLaurier. This book was released on 2024-03-24 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction Standing as a vigilant watchman on the wall of existence, I found an undeniable calling to pen down the thoughts that surged within me as the clock struck midnight, transitioning from 2023 to 2024 with an almost imperceptible murmur. The echoes of celebratory fireworks resonated, yet there was an unusual calm around the farm, a hushed symphony compared to the boisterous revelries of previous years. Lying in bed, I contemplated the mysteries concealed within the threshold of another year, pondering its potential revelations. Having endured three arduous months in hospitals, undergoing operations and rehabilitation in the crucible of 2023, I found myself in the quietude of my bed, having narrowly evaded the clutches of death. I had earnestly prayed for an end, but both God and family intervened, denying me the solace of death. Reflecting on the past trials and tribulations, I discovered gratitude in the resounding "no" that echoed through my moments of despair. However, the role of a watchman is not to succumb to slumber or bask in retrospection; rather, it is a divine summons to a higher purpose. As I lay there, the clock ticking towards midnight, I sensed a divine imperative, a calling beyond the tranquility of the moment. Having skirted the edges of mortality thrice before the tumultuous year of 2023, I recognized a greater mission unfolding. Thus, this book emerges as a testament to that calling. Residing on Crescent Hill, a humble farm in Central Texas atop a hill, I perceive the world from this vantage point, offering insights into the impending changes. It is a chronicle of what lies ahead, a forewarning of the looming transformation that awaits us. Amidst the tranquility of Crescent Hill, I find myself compelled to address the imminent shift in epochs. While the forthcoming era promises a brighter dawn, it also portends considerable tribulation for humanity. The journey towards that utopian horizon is fraught with challenges, and though the prospect of peace is within reach, it remains elusive, shackled by the unprepared will of mankind. As the clock ticks away, the narrative unveils with a profound assertion: "WHAT MAN WON’T DO, THE UNIVERSE WILL." This could have been the title itself, encapsulating the essence of the book. Delving into the integration of universal cycles and human endeavors over the next seven years, the narrative begins by elucidating the cyclical nature of the universe, drawing parallels with the seasons—life's perpetual cycle of growth, fruition, decay, and renewal.

Download or read book Beyond Fear written by Bruce Schneier and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2006-05-10 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many of us, especially since 9/11, have become personally concerned about issues of security, and this is no surprise. Security is near the top of government and corporate agendas around the globe. Security-related stories appear on the front page everyday. How well though, do any of us truly understand what achieving real security involves? In Beyond Fear, Bruce Schneier invites us to take a critical look at not just the threats to our security, but the ways in which we're encouraged to think about security by law enforcement agencies, businesses of all shapes and sizes, and our national governments and militaries. Schneier believes we all can and should be better security consumers, and that the trade-offs we make in the name of security - in terms of cash outlays, taxes, inconvenience, and diminished freedoms - should be part of an ongoing negotiation in our personal, professional, and civic lives, and the subject of an open and informed national discussion. With a well-deserved reputation for original and sometimes iconoclastic thought, Schneier has a lot to say that is provocative, counter-intuitive, and just plain good sense. He explains in detail, for example, why we need to design security systems that don't just work well, but fail well, and why secrecy on the part of government often undermines security. He also believes, for instance, that national ID cards are an exceptionally bad idea: technically unsound, and even destructive of security. And, contrary to a lot of current nay-sayers, he thinks online shopping is fundamentally safe, and that many of the new airline security measure (though by no means all) are actually quite effective. A skeptic of much that's promised by highly touted technologies like biometrics, Schneier is also a refreshingly positive, problem-solving force in the often self-dramatizing and fear-mongering world of security pundits. Schneier helps the reader to understand the issues at stake, and how to best come to one's own conclusions, including the vast infrastructure we already have in place, and the vaster systems--some useful, others useless or worse--that we're being asked to submit to and pay for. Bruce Schneier is the author of seven books, including Applied Cryptography (which Wired called "the one book the National Security Agency wanted never to be published") and Secrets and Lies (described in Fortune as "startlingly lively...¦[a] jewel box of little surprises you can actually use."). He is also Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Counterpane Internet Security, Inc., and publishes Crypto-Gram, one of the most widely read newsletters in the field of online security.

Download or read book Beyond Domestication written by George Knight and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2024-02-27 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guides people through the principles of rewilding, basically tapping into our inner nature as humans, and how to apply them to how we live our lives to foster greater personal health, mindfulness and well-being. Rewilding as an ecological conservation concept is about restoring natural processes and wilderness areas with an emphasis on recreating an area's natural uncultivated state. Beyond Domestication takes it further by looking at how people live and to use rewilding tenets to provide beneficial effects on their lives. The main aim for the book is to help people to connect more closely with nature and themselves. To this end, the book introduces the Seven Practices of Well-Being as a guide to their rewilding journey and looking into how each plays a role in our personal health and well-being as well as our planet's: -Food - How important food and food production are to well-being; discussion on diets and the major kingdoms of food (plant, animal, fungi and bacteria). -Water - A prerequisite for life, this resource influences everything; discussion on drinking water, swimming, and our relationship with bodies of water in nature. -Air - With discussions on airbathing, active breathing as well as how climate and weather affects our mental health. -Sunlight - Explores humanity's origins and dependence on sunlight; discussions on vitamin D, photosynthesis, and living by the movements of sun. -Movement - Looks into our relationship with our body, how we move/walk, what and how we experience the outside world, sensory overload. -Mindfulness - Looks into our relationship with distractions/technology all around us, our ability to self-care and reset; discussion on mindset, productivity, visualization and gratitude. -Sleep - Reiterates the importance of "true rest" and being in touch with our natural circadian rhythm; explores our relationship with light/moonlight. Beyond Domestication seeks to demonstrate the importance of rewilding for the future of well-being, humanity and the sustainability of the planet.

Download or read book Ready to Go written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-04-04 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unveil the Secrets of Survival with "Ready to Go" – Your Ultimate Guide to Bug Out Bags and Crisis Preparedness Imagine a world where the unexpected becomes reality natural disasters striking, emergency situations unfolding, and the threads of normalcy unraveling in an instant. In this world, one asset stands as a beacon of hope and practicality the all-encompassing Bug Out Bag. "Ready to Go" is your unprecedented guide to creating a lifeline in times of chaos. This comprehensive eBook dives headfirst into the essentials of survival, equipping you with knowledge to face the unpredictable with confidence. Discover the history behind the evolution of Bug Out Bags and learn how to tailor your emergency kit to meet the demands of any crisis situation you may encounter. Navigate through an immersive exploration on assessing your emergency situation. Recognizing that each scenario demands unique preparation, this guide elaborates on customizing your Bug Out Bag to your specific environment – be it the sprightly forest or the concrete jungle. Delve into the Bug Out Bag basics with insights on choosing the right bag for your journey – a delicate balance between comfort and capacity. Learn organizational strategies that optimize space and ensure the ease of access to crucial supplies when seconds count. When the walls of your world crumble, shelter and warmth become paramount. Grasp the concepts of selecting lightweight yet durable shelter options, mastering emergency sleeping systems, and igniting life-sustaining fire with tools and techniques that have stood the test of time. Water and nutrition are the pillars of sustenance. "Ready to Go" guides you through methods of water purification in the wild and the choice of reliable containers, as well as providing advice on selecting long-lasting food options that blend convenience with crucial nourishment. Your health is your most valuable asset in survival scenarios. The eBook discloses essential components for a first aid kit, addressing injuries, and maintaining hygiene to prevent disease. It also outlines the importance of mental resilience and psychological preparedness to maintain morale in adverse conditions. Communication and navigation can mean the difference between being lost and being found. Equip yourself with knowledge on map and compass basics, the use of GPS devices, and the critical emergency signaling and communication options available. "Ready to Go" extends beyond the individual, with dedicated chapters addressing the unique needs of families, including children and pets, and the special considerations required for urban survival versus remote wilderness challenges. As the journey unfolds, follow the guidelines for transportation, skill development, and safeguarding personal information. Financial preparedness and seasonal considerations are laid bare, empowering you to secure emergency cash and adjust to the ever-changing moods of Mother Nature. Prepare to embark on a journey that will transform your outlook on emergencies – with your Bug Out Bag as your trusty companion, you're more than ready. You are "Ready to Go."

Download or read book Mountain Tourism and Ecological Impacts Himalayan Region and Beyond written by Biswas, Soumendra Nath and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2024-03-27 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Himalayas, with their grandeur and cultural richness, magnetize global travelers searching for an escape from the ordinary. However, behind this allure lies an ecological responsibility and sustainability imperative. Many involved with the tourism industry in mountainous regions have been confronting the stark realities of tourism's impact on these delicate ecosystems. There is an urgency to address the challenges posed by climate change, all while safeguarding the indigenous traditions that define the Himalayas. Mountain Tourism and Ecological Impacts: Himalayan Region and Beyond unravels the intricate connections between tourism development and its far-reaching implications. This comprehensive exploration delves deep into the heart of the Himalayan region and beyond, shedding light on the diverse dimensions of mountain tourism and its profound impact on local environments, communities, and cultural heritage. This book reveals the tapestry of tourism experiences found in the peaks and vistas of the Himalayas. It delves into eco-tourist's delicate dance with fragile ecosystems, the coexistence of travelers and wildlife, the exhilaration of adventure tourism, and the spiritual pilgrimages that draw seekers from across the globe. This book comprehensively explores the pivotal role of preserving local cultures and underscores this as a key element of conserving the pristine natural habitats. This book is ideal for academics and researchers, tourism professionals, environmentalists and conservationists, government and NGOs, and travel enthusiasts.

Download or read book Beyond a Shadow of a Diet written by Judith Matz and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-05-20 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its third edition, Beyond a Shadow of a Diet is the most comprehensive book available for professionals working with clients who struggle with binge and emotional eating, chronic dieting, and body image. Divided into three sections—The Problem, The Treatment, and The Solution—this book is filled with compelling clinical examples, visualizations, and exercises that professionals can use to deepen their knowledge and skills as they help clients find freedom from preoccupation with food and weight. New research on diet failure, health, weight, and weight stigma makes a case for why clinicians must reflect on their own attitudes and biases to understand how a weight loss focus can harm clients. In addition to addressing the symptoms, dynamics, and treatment of eating problems, this book presents a holistic framework that includes topics such as cultural, ethical, and social justice issues, the role of self-compassion, and promoting physical and emotional well-being for people of all shapes and sizes. Drawing from the attuned eating and weight inclusive frameworks, this book serves as an essential resource for both new clinicians and those interested in shifting their clinical approach. Trauma-informed and filled with compelling client stories and step-by-step strategies, Beyond a Shadow of a Diet offers professionals and their clients a positive, evidence-based model for making peace with food, their bodies, and themselves.

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Download or read book Beyond Material Wealth Embracing the Intangible Treasures of Life written by Anthony Savio Herminio da Piedade Fernandes and published by DeepMisti Publication. This book was released on 2024-09-01 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book is structured to provide a comprehensive exploration of intangible riches, offering practical insights and strategies for integrating these elements into daily life. Each chapter focuses on a specific aspect of intangible riches. Each chapter provides practical strategies, case studies, and reflections to help readers incorporate these intangible riches into their lives. By following the guidance provided, readers can enhance their emotional well-being, build stronger relationships, pursue intellectual growth, and find greater fulfillment and purpose. The exploration of intangible riches is not just an academic exercise but a personal journey of self-discovery and enrichment. Throughout this book, readers are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences, values, and aspirations. By engaging with the material on a personal level, readers can gain insights into their own sources of fulfillment and develop a plan for integrating intangible riches into their lives. The journey of personal fulfillment is ongoing, requiring continual reflection, growth, and adaptation. This book provides tools and strategies to support this journey, offering practical guidance for enhancing emotional well-being, building strong relationships, pursuing intellectual fulfillment, and finding purpose and meaning.

Download or read book Food Safety and Quality in the Global South written by Matthew Chidozie Ogwu and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on with total page 749 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Critical Infrastructure Protection Risk Management and Resilience written by Kelley A. Pesch-Cronin and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-06-07 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This second edition of Critical Infrastructure Protection, Risk Management, and Resilience continues to be an essential resource for understanding and protecting critical infrastructure across the U.S. Revised and thoroughly updated throughout, the textbook reflects and addresses the many changes that have occurred in critical infrastructure protection and risk management since the publication of the first edition. This new edition retains the book’s focus on understudied topics, while also continuing its unique, policy-based approach to topics, ensuring that material is presented in a neutral and unbiased manner. An accessible and up-to-date text, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Risk Management, and Resilience is a key textbook for upper-level undergraduate or graduate-level courses across Homeland Security, Critical Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Public Administration.

Download or read book Deploying the European Green Deal written by Mar Campins Eritja and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-02-29 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on a range of expert contributions, this book explores how the European Green Deal is being deployed in practice and observes how the EU tries to promote the protection of the environment in third countries. This book begins by assessing the state of the art in terms of the key conceptual issues and analyses sectoral initiatives that are particularly relevant for the deployment of the European Green Deal external dimensions. These include the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, the EU’s regulatory action in the control of maritime emissions, the 2030 Biodiversity Strategy, the Deforestation Initiative, the Zero Pollution Initiative, the From Farm to Fork Initiative, and the Climate Neutrality and Clean Energy Initiative in the context of the Energy Charter Treaty. Next, the authors deal with horizontal aspects of the European Green Deal that also have external dimensions, such as the Green Deal Diplomacy, the Green Public Procurement, funding measures, initiatives related to corporate sustainability and due diligence, and the implementation and enforcement of EU environmental law. This volume concludes with a cross-cutting analysis, focusing on how the EU can strengthen the impact of its normative power on international environmental governance, while also noting its limitations. Deploying the European Green Deal will be of great interest to students and scholars of international and EU environmental law and environmental policy and governance. Chapter 10 of this book is available for free in PDF format as Open Access from the individual product page at www.taylorfrancis.com. It has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.

Download or read book Precarious Eating written by Ben Jamieson Stanley and published by U of Minnesota Press. This book was released on 2024-12-10 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The role of food and hunger in contemporary South African and Indian environmental writing From GMOs to vegetarianism and veganism, questions of what we should (and shouldn’t) eat can be frequent sources of debate and disagreement. In Precarious Eating, Ben Jamieson Stanley asks how recentering global South representations of food might shift understandings of environmental precarity. Precarious Eating follows the lead of writers and thinkers in South Africa and India who are tracing the production and consumption of food, exploring ways to reconnect our narratives about climate change, global capitalism, and social justice. Taking up a diverse range of novels, films, scholar/activist writings, intellectual histories, and cookbooks, Stanley connects the ethics of eating to histories of empire and apartheid, uneven globalization, gender and sexuality, and global South experiences of climate change. They shift the lens of environmental humanities from climate-focused paradigms developed in the global North to food-focused environmental culture and activism in the South, addressing topics that range from foraging and farmer suicides to disordered eating and queer intimacy. By highlighting authors, activists, and environments of the global South, Precarious Eating joins with scholarship from postcolonial, decolonial, Indigenous, and Black studies to underscore how capitalism and empire shape our planetary environmental crisis. Retail e-book files for this title are screen-reader friendly with images accompanied by short alt text and/or extended descriptions.

Download or read book Understanding Obesity written by Stanley Ulijaszek and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2024-01-25 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This accessible book unpacks the complexity of obesity, body weight and fatness and what can be done about it.

Download or read book Achieving Global Food Security The Caribbean Experience And Beyond written by Mohamed Irfaan Ali and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2024-09-20 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the current food security challenges in the small states with a focus on the Caribbean. The work is in the conjuncture of the Covid-19 pandemic and other global shocks, including the disruption in the global supply chains and the increase in climate-related events. These events have led to an increase in global prices, including the price of food and fertilisers. This book starts by examining the global food security crisis considering the aftereffects of the shocks, then provides a macro-overview of the region by focusing on its ability to invest in agriculture. The results indicate that private sector investment in agriculture has experienced only a slight increase despite creeping inflation. This has exacerbated vulnerabilities in food security, which deteriorated in 2020, undoing nearly a decade of progress in the face of climate change. Detailed attention is paid to food vulnerabilities in 14 Caribbean countries. In the final chapter, a series of policy measures are outlined to strengthen the region's food security position, with a particular focus on innovation and the region's comparative advantages.

Download or read book Drains Radiators written by Neil Jenkinson and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2024-09-25 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In both business and life, people often fall into one of two categories: they are either drains or radiators. Drains sap energy and resources, dragging down productivity and morale, while radiators exude positivity and success, inspiring those around them. But how can you tell if the person next to you is a drain or a radiator? Is the beggar on the street truly someone who can only take? Is the CEO, known for generous charitable donations, genuinely radiating success? The truth is, there’s more complexity here than meets the eye. The beggar might possess untapped potential, and the CEO might be masking a deeper, less radiant reality. This book is your personal guide to navigate these complexities. You’ll learn to spot the fakers, identify real radiators, and weed out the drains that can sabotage your business and disrupt your quality of life. Join us on this journey to enhance your perception, sharpen your judgment, and ultimately, elevate your life and business by surrounding yourself with true radiators of success.

Download or read book Beyond the Virus written by Sabrina Germain and published by Policy Press. This book was released on 2024-03-12 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the COVID-19 pandemic has unfolded, stark social inequalities have increasingly been revealed and, in many cases, exacerbated by the global health crisis. This book explores these inequalities, identifying three thematic strands: power and governance, gender and marginalized communities. By examining these three themes in relation to the effects of the pandemic, the book uncovers how unequal the pandemic truly is. It brings together invaluable insights from a range of international scholars across multiple disciplines to critically analyse how these inequalities have played out in the context of COVID-19 as a first step towards achieving social justice.