Indonesian beauty queen crowned Miss International 2017

Indonesia's Kevin Lilliana was crowned Miss International 2017 on Tuesday at an event held at the Tokyo Dome City Hall.

This year, a total of 71 women participated in the beauty pageant that was won by Kylie Verzosa of the Philippines in 2016.

"It's like a dream come true. Indonesia, we made it," said the 21-year old Lilliana, adding she would use her win to promote world peace and cultural exchanges.

The other finalists of the 57th edition of the pageant, held in the Japanese capital for the fifth consecutive year, included Chanelle De Lau from Curacao (first runner-up) and Venezuela's Diana Croce (second runner-up).

Two other finalists, Japan's Natsuki Tsutsui and Australia's Amber Dew, won the awards for best national costume and Miss Perfect Body respectively.

Lilliana also won the award for being the best-dressed.

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How to save your car ?...

Protection from corrosion has become very important due to increasing number of assembled automobiles on road today. Before you pat your back thinking you have finished pulling a severely damaged vehicle back to how it originally was, take a look at these tips to prevent your car from rusting.

1. Body Sealer Application

Body Sealer is applied between the seam/ weld joints to prevent water/ moisture from entering in order to protect the metal sheet from corrosion. Body sealer has to be applied on the following areas during replacement of body panels like door, hood, back door, roof etc. (after the completion of welding process)

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2. Anti-Rust Solution

Anti-rust solution needs to be applied in the sash area of the door panels, in case there is an accidental damage and the panels need to be replaced. Application of anti-rust solution prevents water accumulation in the sash area.

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 3.Sealing Cover

A plastic sealing cover is fixed on the inner side of the door which can be easily fixed or removed. This sealing cover has a sealant which provides adhesion. It prevents water from entering the door panel resulting in prevention of rust. Also, it should be ensured that the   sealing cover is refixed properly after accidental repair. If the refixing is not done properly, water will enter inside the door panels which will lead to rusting.

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4.Undercoating

The underside of the vehicle is constantly exposed to gravel, sand, salt and other debris found on the roads. These undercoating compounds prevent damage to sheet metal from flying stones and also increases the life cycle of the vehicle by preventing corrosion.

Undercoating also helps in reduction of road noise as the debris never makes contact with the metal.

5.Rust Converter

Rust converter seals off the base metal from oxygen using a coating of the rust itself. The rust is chemically converted into a hard durable layer which does not allow the oxygen in the air to react with the metal. This method is feasible as the rust converter is water soluble and safer than acids.

 Prevention of your vehicle from rusting is important and so is securing yourself from a financial blow in case you are exposed to any unforeseen accident. Take a look at the best insurance plans!

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Surprising foods that have more calcium than a glass of milk...

1. Almonds

           A serving of almonds has 162 calories, 14 grams of heart-healthy unsaturated fat, and 6 grams of protein, and when snacking on almonds, portion control is key. One serving of almonds is 23 almonds, which equals 1 ounce, ¼ cup or about 1 handful.

2. Dried figs

          

          Sweet, delicious and loaded with calcium, 1½ cups of dried figs give you 362 milligrams of calcium. You can slice dried figs and add them to everything from oatmeal to yogurt, or try them in this delicious recipe for Quinoa Salad with Figs and Mint.

3. Kale

                  

          Everyone’s favorite leafy green has another reason to be in the spotlight — it’s loaded with calcium! Eating enough of the raw stuff to parallel the level in milk would be cumbersome, but when it’s cooked, you need just 2 cups of it to provide 359 milligrams. Try it in this simple recipe for Kale with Garlic and Chiles, which goes with just about anything.

4. Canned salmon — with bones

                         

           Canned salmon is already cooked - just drain the liquids, and it's ready to eat or add to your favourite dish. You can remove the skin if you like. Don't throw out the soft, calcium-rich bones! Mash them with a fork and you won't even notice them.

5. Tofu

                         

           Some tofu companies use calcium sulfate to curdle soymilk, which gives tofu its firm texture. The benefit is that this adds a ton of calcium to the end product! A typical brand's firm or extra firm tofu provides 300 milligrams of calcium in a 6-ounce serving. The amount of calcium sulfate used varies depending on the firmness of the tofu — soft/silken tofu requires less calcium sulfate than firm tofu, so the end product typically has less calcium than a firm tofu. Start bone-building tonight with this recipe for Spicy Chinese Tofu with Scallions and Peanuts.

6. Bok choy

                  

          Containing a wealth of vitamins C, A, and K, and excellent sources of calcium, magnesium, potassium, manganese, and iron, bok choy deserves its reputation as a powerhouse among vegetables. Vitamin A, for instance, is essential for a properly functioning immune system, while vitamin C is an antioxidant that shields the body from free radicals. Bok choy supplies potassium for healthy muscle and nerve function, and vitamin B6 for carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism.

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Best Habits Of Public Speaker's..

Public speaking, whether it’s on a stage or in a conference room, isn’t some magical, innate skill, When you look behind the audience, you’ll see that many speakers have similarities in how they present and perform.

THEY GET IN THE ZONE .

  The single most important thing a great presenter does is carve out a quiet space before stepping out onto that stage or platform. You need some time to mentally rehearse and get ready so you’re energetic and focused instead of frazzled and distracted.

THEY MAKE SURE TO NAIL THE FIRST AND LAST 30 SECOND.

They’re deciding whether they like you or not in the first 30 and you want to plant the seed for the most important thing to put in their heads in the last 30sec. 

THEY TAILOR THEIR MESSAGE FOR THE AUDIENCE.

The best speakers tailor their message for their audiences. Sure, you have information that you want to get across, but why should they care? As she designs her speech or presentation. they keeps three questions in mind for after the end of the speech:

·         What do I want them to know?

·         What do I want them to feel?

·         What do I want them to do?

THEY PLANT THEIR FEET AND USE THEIR BODIES.

Body language is important for speakers, Detz says. Once she’s in front of her audience, she plants her feet to give her a physical sense of balance, which gives her more confidence. Feeling unbalanced by standing on your toes or shuffling your feet can make you feel less confident and will often make you look less confident to your audience.

THEY AREN’T AFRAID OF SILENCE.

A bit of silence can be a speaker’s best friend—embrace it. If  you’re nervous, pause for a minute. Slow down and take a beat to gather your thoughts or to let a bout of nerves pass.

          silence can build anticipation for your next message and get people to refocus if their attention has started to drift. “Most people are afraid of the silence, so they fill the silence with vocal pauses. Instead of using those vocal pauses, if you can use an actual pause, that accomplishes a couple of things.

THEY MIX UP THEIR PRESENTING STYLE.

If you’re giving a lengthy presentation, mix up your presenting style. You don’t want to be a talking head for 30 minutes or more. The brain can only absorb what the butt can endure—and if you’re pontificating for more than 20 minutes, you’ve lost your audience. Ask your audience questions or have them ask you questions, get them moving, or otherwise change up how you’re interacting with them.

THEY DON’T PRETEND TO BE SOMEONE THEY’RE NOT.

          People will sense when you’re pretending or adopting a style that really isn’t   you.  Instead,  be the best you possible when delivering your message.

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