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Drinks of Summer

Finally, it’s hot outside. So here is your annual reminder to drink.
We live in the high desert. It’s going to get hotter and hotter and you need to keep yourself hydrated.

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• Coens' folk revival 'Llewyn' serenades Cannes

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