Pope Francis harshly criticized the dangerous gender ideology that exists to further an agenda. “It is very important that there is this meeting‚ this meeting between men and women‚ because today the worst danger is gender ideology‚” the 87-year-old told a meeting with participants of an international conference on marriage and faith. “I asked for […] The post Pope Francis on the “Ugly Ideology” of Gender appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

Daily Wire Editor Emeritus Ben Shapiro posted a threat Friday on X revealing how students at UCLA’s medical school were mandated to learn about “colonialism” and “liberation” during their first year in medical school. Shapiro obtained internal emails from UCLA’s medical school documenting how med students have to take a class called “Structural Racism and Health Equity” which teaches them about “Indigenous resistance” and “white colonialism.” Shapiro’s report comes after lawmakers across the country have expressed concern over the infiltration of diversity‚ equity‚ and inclusion principles into the medical field.  “We’ve obtained internal emails from UCLA’s medical school — supposedly one of the best in the country. If you want to understand how DEI and anti-white‚ anti-American hatred have been mainlined into the medical profession‚ you need to see this‚” Shapiro said.  1/ BREAKING: We've obtained internal emails from UCLA's medical school — supposedly one of the best in the country. If you want to understand how DEI and anti-white‚ anti-American hatred have been mainlined into the medical profession‚ you need to see this.🧵 — Ben Shapiro (@benshapiro) March 1‚ 2024 For the class‚ students are told to read from‚ “Our History is the Future‚” which is about “settler colonialism and Indigenous resistance on a global scale.” “UCLA med students are told to read about wars of ‘Indigenous resistance’ – in which Native Americans killed thousands of white people – to ‘imagine what liberation could look like‚’” Shapiro said.  Additionally‚ students are taught about “Blackness and Indigeneity” and “how we can imagine a world in the aftermath of settler colonialism and white supremacy.” The med students are also urged to read an article called “Decolonization is Not a Metaphor.”   Another resource suggested for the students is the Indigenae podcast‚ which covers topics like “Womxn and Two Spirit.” “Why is a class like this even offered‚ much less mandatory for med students? Which lessons on anatomy‚ biochemistry‚ and saving lives were removed to add this woke ‘Indigenae’ nonsense into the curriculum?” Shapiro asked. “In the context of a medical school‚ these materials aren’t just irrelevant — they put lives at risk. Medical students are being taught to disregard science‚ and instead to build resentment towards many of their patients.” CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP Responding to the whole thread‚ X owner Elon Musk said “This is messed up.”  This is messed up — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) March 2‚ 2024 Shapiro’s UCLA thread comes just days after he revealed how DEI concepts had made their way into other Wake Forest‚ Duke‚ and UPenn’s medical schools.  “This is a widespread problem. This week‚ we found Wake Forest’s med school will graduate a student who bragged about injuring a conservative patient‚ and a surgeon at Duke admitted to ‘abandoning all sort of metrics’ to hire more non-white surgeons‚” Shapiro said. “The only way to stop this DEI insanity in medicine is to expose it. @DoNoHarm‚ which sent these UCLA emails to us‚ is doing great work on this front. But more needs to be done. We know Duke‚ UCLA‚ and Wake Forest are just the tip of the iceberg.”

This mama duck and her ducklings are going on a walk in an unsuspecting place! This family‚ featuring a duck and several ducklings‚ loves to waddle through school to kick off the school year. It’s hard to imagine a cuter duckie parade than this one. Mama Duck leads her little ones‚ walking through the indoor corridor and then out into the school yard. This school is located in Ontario‚ Canada‚ and this duck parade is an annual event. Each year‚ once the ducklings are born‚ mama duck leads her kin through the halls of the school. Apparently‚ this is due to a logistic issue. The mother mallard lays eggs in the corridor and then is unable to get out without waddling through the halls of the school. Thankfully‚ there’s hardly a safer place in the world to take her babies. This image is from YouTube. “Shout out to the school staff who dropped what they were doing in order to help this Momma &; her babies make it safely to the pond on the other side of the school!!!” pointed out one fan of the clip. What an incredible sight to see! This mama duck and her ducklings love their little school parade — and so do we! The featured image for this post is from YouTube. The post Mama Duck Parades Her Babies Through School In One-Of-A-Kind Annual “Tradition” appeared first on InspireMore.

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Researchers have discovered a “gender gap” between men and women when it comes to working out—and it favors women‚ who are not likely to exercise as often. Data analyzed from 412‚000 adults in the U.S. showed that females get more ‘heart health benefit’ from exercise than males. They can get the same benefits from exercise […] The post Women Get the Same Exercise Benefits As Men‚ But With Less Effort‚ Huge Study Shows appeared first on Good News Network.

Hanging a hummingbird feeder is an excellent way to help support your local hummingbird population‚ and enjoy their presence in your yard. Come learn how to make hummingbird food (aka nectar) with this simple homemade hummingbird food recipe – without boiling! It’s very easy and inexpensive to make your own hummingbird nectar. It’s also better for the birds than buying pre-made bottled nectar‚ which often contains chemical dyes and preservatives. Yet it’s important to follow the right steps so we don’t accidentally make our hummingbird friends sick! This post will cover best practices to make homemade hummingbird food‚ including the right sugar water ratio‚ the best kind of sugar to use‚ what sugar to avoid‚ and other frequently asked questions. Looking for the best hummingbird feeders? I personally love this blue glass feeder and this adorable cactus hummingbird feeder. Both are beautiful‚ durable‚ and easy to clean! Explore all of my favorite gifts for bird lovers here. One of my favorite hummingbird feeders with an easy top-fill design… plus tons of nectar-rich flowers in the garden beyond! Disclosure: Homestead and Chill is reader-supported. When you purchase through links on our site‚ we may earn an affiliate commission.  What Do Hummingbirds Eat? Hummingbirds need to consume a significant amount of food each day to support their incredible metabolism and energy levels. Their primary food source is nectar from flowers‚ which fuels them with the carbohydrates they need. Hummingbirds also occasionally dine on small flying insects‚ spiders‚ sap‚ and pollen – which gives them a little protein too! Homemade Hummingbird Nectar vs Flowers The sugar in homemade hummingbird food offers a similar boost of carbohydrates as natural flower nectar. So‚ hanging a hummingbird feeder is a great way to augment (not replace) their natural food supply. Feeders provide a valuable food source for hummingbirds in the off season when flowers aren’t in bloom‚ especially for migrating birds in search of a place to refuel. However‚ nothing beats the real deal! Please consider planting plenty of flowers that attract hummingbirds too‚ focusing on native nectar-rich flowers that bloom in different times of year. If you want to take it a step further‚ look into turning your yard into a certified wildlife habitat like ours! RELATED: If you’re a bird nerd like me‚ come learn how to attract birds to your yard or garden (beyond hummingbirds) with bird houses‚ water features‚ shelter‚ feeders and more. A migrating male Rufous hummer‚ enjoying our black and blue salvia. Hummingbird Food Recipe Key Ingredients Pure white cane sugar. Do not use brown sugar‚ raw cane sugar‚ or organic sugar (unless it is pure white in color) to make hummingbird food. Why not? Sugar that is not 100% white refined sugar may contain a small amount of molasses‚ which gives it a tan or brown tint. Molasses is rich in iron‚ and iron can be toxic to hummingbirds even in small doses! Do not use honey‚ agave syrup‚ or artificial sweeteners to make homemade hummingbird food either. Beet sugar is the only other suitable replacement for white cane sugar. Clean fresh water. Un-chlorinated water‚ filtered water‚ well water‚ or spring water is ideal‚ but most city tap water is fine to use as well. NO red food dye or preservatives! The colorful fake flowers that adorn hummingbird feeders is what get their attention. Therefore‚ you do not need to add red dye or other coloring to homemade hummingbird food. Rather‚ those unnatural substances can be harmful to the birds.  Refined white sugar only please! Sugar Water Ratio The standard hummingbird food recipe sugar-to-water ratio is 1 part sugar to 4 parts water‚ or a 1:4 ratio. For example‚ 1 cup of sugar and 4 cups of water‚ ½ cup sugar and 2 cups water‚ or what we often make – just a ¼ cup sugar to 1 cup water. It is important to get the right balance because too much or too little sugar can be unhealthy‚ dehydrating‚ or otherwise harmful to the hummingbirds. During the winter or cold weather‚ it is okay to to increase the sugar-to-water ratio to 1:3‚ or 1 part sugar to 3 parts water (but no more). This gives hummers some extra energy when they need help most. The slightly sweeter nectar also has a lower freezing point‚ preventing it from freezing as easily. Brrr! During the winter‚ go ahead and increase the sugar water ratio to 1:3. Putting classic incandescent holiday lights (not LED) around the feeders will prevent them from freezing. Photo credit Instructions to Make Hummingbird Food Fully dissolve 1 part plain white sugar in 4 parts hot water (e.g. 1/4 cup sugar and 1 cup water) and stir until completely combined. You can do this by lightly heating a pot of sugar water on the stove‚ or by heating water in a tea kettle and then mixing it with sugar in a heat-safe bowl or glass. If your water gets really hot straight out of the faucet‚ you can simply mix hot tap water and sugar right in jar‚ glass‚ or bowl. Allow the nectar to cool down to lukewarm or room temperature before adding it to your favorite hummingbird feeder. Hang the feeder outside‚ and have fun watching your hummer friends enjoy their food! Store any extra leftover hummingbird food in the refrigerator and use within two weeks.  Keep in mind that it’s necessary to change and clean feeders at least weekly‚ and even more often during warm conditions. Therefore‚ it’s best to make hummingbird food in small batches (and don’t completely fill large feeders) to help reduce waste. Do not “top off” feeders with fresh nectar without emptying and cleaning them out first! If the food becomes moldy‚ cloudy‚ or otherwise grimy‚ immediately take down and clean the feeder. Moldy or contaminated feeders can be detrimental to their health. See more important maintenance tips and FAQ below. FAQ: Do you have to boil hummingbird food? No. Most experts say that it is not necessary to boil homemade hummingbird food. The most important thing is that the sugar dissolves completely in the water‚ so if you don’t boil it‚ simply be sure the water is hot enough to melt the sugar‚ and shake or stir the mixture thoroughly. Contrary to rumors on the street‚ you do NOT have to boil homemade hummingbird food. Just heat it enough to fully dissolve the sugar! Frequently Asked Questions How often should I change my hummingbird feeder? During moderate weather‚ it’s best to clean and sanitize hummingbird feeders at least weekly. Every four to five days is ideal. During hot conditions (over 90F) feeders should be cleaned even more often‚ every two to three days. Failing to empty and clean feeders regularly can be very harmful to (or even kill) hummingbirds. How to clean a hummingbird feeder? To clean a hummingbird feeder‚ completely take it apart and then disinfect it by soaking in either dilute bleach water or vinegar water. To use vinegar‚ combine 1 part white vinegar to 2 parts water in a tub and allow the feeder to soak for at least an hour. Or‚ mix 1 part household bleach to 10 parts water and soak for 15 minutes. Use a small scrub brush to further clean the feeder‚ and be sure to thoroughly rinse off the bleach or vinegar with hot water after soaking. Where should I hang a hummingbird feeder? It’s best to hang hummingbird feeders at least 4 to 5 feet above the ground‚ out of the reach of cats and other predators. Choose a shady location if possible‚ since homemade hummingbird food spoils more quickly in the sun and heat. Do not hang feeders near a known nest. Finally‚ put it somewhere you can see to enjoy! One of our hummingbird feeders hung under the shade of the front porch eaves – where the nectar will stay cool and we can enjoy the view. And that’s how to make homemade hummingbird food. Thank you for your interest in supporting hummingbirds and local wildlife! I hope you’ll have plenty of magnificent little friends buzzing around your yard in no time. Fun fact: Did you know that hummingbirds can remember every flower they visit‚ and recognize the humans that tend to their feeders? So don’t be surprised if you’re met with a little sass if you don’t keep up with filling and cleaning them! Plus‚ gratitude when you do. If you enjoyed this easy hummingbird food recipe‚ please spread the love and leave a review below! Don’t miss these related articles: All About Monarchs: How to Attract‚ Raise &; Release Monarch Butterflies Top 23 Plants for Pollinators: Attract Bees‚ Butterflies &; Hummingbirds to Your Garden The Top 7 Easy Annual Companion Flowers to Grow From Seed 10 Ways to Help Pollinators: Save Bees‚ Butterflies &; Beyond Print Hummingbird Food (Nectar) Recipe Follow this easy hummingbird food recipe to make homemade hummingbird nectar without boiling‚ including the best kind of sugar to use‚ sugar water ratio and more. Course Drinks‚ SnackKeyword Hummingbird feeder‚ Hummingbird food‚ Hummingbird nectar‚ Hummingbird syrup Cook Time 5 minutes minutesCooling Time 5 minutes minutesTotal Time 8 minutes minutes Servings 1 cup of nectar Cost $1 EquipmentSmall pot or tea kettleHummingbird feeder Ingredients1 cup water‚ un-chlorinated and filtered if possible1/4 cup refined white sugar* (do not substitute with other sugars or sweeteners‚ see notes below) InstructionsCompletely dissolve 1 part sugar in 4 parts hot water. Scale up or down as needed for your feeder(s). For example‚ use 1 cup of sugar and 4 cups water‚ 1/2 cup sugar and 2 cups water‚ or 1/4 cup sugar and 1 cup water. During winter: increase the sweetness to 1 part sugar to only 3 parts water (1/3 cup sugar and 1 cup water)‚ but no more sweet than that!You can either lightly heat a pot of sugar water on the stove‚ or by heat water in a tea kettle and then mix it with the sugar in a heat-safe bowl or glass. If your water gets really hot straight out of the tap‚ you can simply mix hot water and sugar right in jar‚ glass‚ or bowl. You do NOT need to boil homemade hummingbird food‚ but do make sure the sugar completely dissolves.Allow the sugar water to cool down to lukewarm or room temperature before adding it to your hummingbird feeder.Hang the feeder outside in a shady location at least 4 feet above the ground‚ and have fun watching your hummer friends enjoy their food!If you make extra‚ store any leftover hummingbird food in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.Thoroughly clean and sanitize feeders at least weekly. Every 4 to 5 days is ideal‚ and more frequently in hot weather. Do not "top off" the feeder by adding more nectar before emptying it first. If the food becomes moldy‚ cloudy‚ or otherwise grimy‚ immediately take it down and clean out the feeder. NotesRegarding sugar: Do not use brown sugar‚ “raw” cane sugar‚ or organic sugar (unless it is pure white in color). If the sugar is not 100% white refined sugar‚ it may contain a small amount of molasses. Molasses is rich in iron‚ and iron can be toxic to hummingbirds in even small doses. For example‚ the organic raw sugar we usually use at home has a tan tint to it‚ so we don’t use it in this homemade hummingbird food recipe. Do not use honey‚ agave syrup‚ or artificial sweeteners. Beet sugar is the only other suitable replacement for white cane sugar.   Did you enjoy this article? Want to hear more? Stay in touch! Sign up below to receive weekly updates on new posts from Homestead and Chill. The post How to Make Hummingbird Food (Nectar) Recipe appeared first on Homestead and Chill.