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How traditional media is battling fake news
Mobile news content is where most readers turn to for their daily intake of information and entertainment. And the rapid-fire mobile news environment has created fertile ground for for fake news and poor-quality content. This is a hugely important topic for producers of digital news.
During a recent conference with media partners in the Moroccan capital Rabat, Peter Limbourg, DW's director general, joined representatives from Moroccan media and politics and underlined the importance of ensuring quality in digital media. Limbourg showed how the standards of accuracy, verification and thorough reporting by "traditional" media can set an important example as traditional shifts to mobile. The talk also focused on how to distinguish fake news from bad journalism and how DW ensures a high standard of quality across all outlets.
DW's international focus means that working with partners around the world is essential to building a foundation for new ideas and cooperation.
Hespress is a Moroccan example of successful digital media that is produced independently with a high standard. Founded ten years ago, today it is the country's top news website and is one of the most-popular sites in the Maghreb. The success of the website is centered around its digital first strategy and understanding how digital media is becoming the primary source of news and information for audiences everywhere.
DW Akademie is also very active in the region in promoting quality digital media. DW's center for international media training is currently working with the ISIC, Morocco's renowned journalism training institute, on creating educational strategies for developing and organizing digital media.
Support from broadcasters like DW sets an international standard for media, which most importantly, is built on a tradition of credibility and professionalism that is true no matter what medium the audience uses.
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Bringing the show to the audience
DW's Shababtalk was in Rabat as part of its Arab World Tour.
Even with all the possibilities for communication that exist today, there is still no substitution for real, human contact. That's why, Shababtalk, the talk show for millennials on DW (Arabia) started its Arab World Tour.
"The show has become a voice for young Arabs," says Shababtalk host Jaafar Abdul-Karim. "That's why we want to get closer to our audience and topics. A tour like this is the first of its kind in Arab TV programming."
This past week, Shababtalk was broadcast from Rabat, Morocco, produced in cooperation with the television stations Al Oula and Al Maghriba. This was the third stop on the tour, after successful shows in Baghdad, Iraq and Tunis, Tunisia.
Under the Moroccan stars
In Rabat, Abdul-Karim invited guests to a different kind of television studio, set up in front of the gates to the city. This current show revolved around how the younger generation can influence political decisions in Morocco – something that strikes a chord with nearly everyone. The participants couldn't come to a consensus either, with political representatives stating that everyone has a voice, to a podcast producer saying that the political elite "don't even speak our language".
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The Arab World Tour is just a further element of DW's Local Heroes campaign. The next stop will be Cairo on October 24.
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For Susan Werk<|fim_middle|> before moving to Cherry Hill and her job at Adath Israel Congregation.
Morton has been active as a member and teacher at Congregation Beth El in her hometown of Cherry Hill, involved with its adult education program, study groups, and religious school. "My personal and professional lives are very integrated. I absolutely take my work home from the office," she said. | and Hedda Morton, honorary degrees for leadership
By Robert Wiener November 18, 2015, 12:00 am Edit
At the JEA academic convocation, Hedda Morton, left, and Susan Werk congratulate each other on receiving an honorary doctorate of pedagogy.
Two veteran Jewish educators from New Jersey were among 13 people awarded honorary doctorates of pedagogy Nov. 12 at the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York.
Susan Werk, education director at Congregation Agudath Israel in her hometown of Caldwell, and Hedda Morton, director of congregational learning at Adath Israel Congregation in Lawrenceville, were presented their certificates by JTS chancellor Arnold Eisen at the Yom Iyun and Academic Convocation of the Conservative movement's Jewish Educators Assembly.
They and 11 other teachers and administrators in the Conservative movement who work in day schools, synagogues, and summer camps were recognized for "their years for service and significant contributions to the field of Jewish education," said Edward Edelstein, the JEA's executive director, in a Nov. 6 phone interview.
"Every four or five years we hold an academic convocation with JTS at which time we recognize truly outstanding Jewish educators who have made contributions to the field beyond the four walls of their classrooms," he told NJ Jewish News.
The other honorees were from states across the country and from Jerusalem; one, Dr. Elaine Shizgal Cohen, who retired as director of education at Midway Jewish Center in Syosset, NY, served for many years as head of school at Solomon Schechter Day School of Essex and Union, now Golda Och Academy, in West Orange. Honoree Charlotte Abramson, director of Jewish Day School Standards and Benchmarks at the William Davidson Graduate School of Jewish Education at the JTS, is a resident of New Jersey and a former GOA administrator.
"These are people who have innovated new programs," said Edelstein. "These are people who have led the way in helping to train and guide and inspire other educators, and these are people who have taken on leadership roles in the Jewish education community."
Werk received her master's degree in Jewish education from JTS in 1990, and assumed her role as director at Agudath Israel that same year. She has been a faculty member since 1997 at the Florence Melton Adult Mini-School at the Cooperman JCC in West Orange, serves on the advisory board of Camp Ramah in the Berkshires, and has served on the boards of Golda Och Academy in West Orange and other professional organizations.
Edelstein called Werk "an extraordinarily gifted and creative educator. She is deeply passionate about the work she does and has been a mentor for other educators. She has been involved in in-service training for mid-career educators to help sharpen their skills."
Numerous awards have been conferred on Werk, among them the Covenant Foundation Award for Excellence in Jewish Education, the Leo Brody Jewish Communal Service Award, and the Ramah Award. She was honored in 2003 by the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ's Women's Department.
At Agudath Israel, she oversees the Early Childhood Center and Religious School and programs for day school students, adults, and teens.
"I am so thrilled by this honor," Werk told NJJN a day after the ceremony. "It is so gratifying that my colleagues in Jewish education, as represented by the JEA, and my fellow JTS alumnae came together to say, 'You deserve this.' I am so appreciative of their recognition and validation.
"I have been blessed by working at Congregation Agudath Israel and the many opportunities for growth and development I've been given at this wonderful faith community during my 25 years here," she said.
Agudath Israel's Rabbi Alan Silverstein, Werk added, has been "a consistent and valuable guide and mentor through the years. What I've learned from him — and the support I receive from lay leaders, educators, and congregants — has made it possible for me to enrich and embrace my role as educational director. I am overwhelmed with an 'attitude of gratitude' for this recognition."
No mistake
When Morton was notified that she was going to be an honoree, she was, she told NJJN in a phone interview, "literally speechless. I was stunned. When I was told who was being honored I asked, 'Are you sure they didn't make a mistake?'"
But Edelstein wholeheartedly disagreed. "Hedda is a past president of the Jewish Educators Assembly, she has chaired several of our professional committees, she has traveled around the country and met with educators from as far away as California, and she has modeled creative and innovative thinking."
Before serving as its president, Morton was a JEA board member and chaired some of its conferences. "That gave me the ability to impact Jewish education across the country," she told NJJN.
"I've been in Jewish education my whole life, it seems. I and the other people honored have dedicated our lives to our passion, which is Jewish education, and we have made a significant contribution above and beyond the synagogue or the day school where we have worked."
Morton enrolled in the master's degree program in Jewish education at Gratz College in the Philadelphia suburb of Melrose Park, and graduated as valedictorian in 1992. For 12 years she taught in Philadelphia | 1,139 |
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This is my most popular recipe, and for good reason. It's also my favorite recipe at home!
Grits are so easy, so cheap, so versatile. They are underrated.
I grew up eating typical Southern food, with Tex-Mex as a treat. My mother loves grits, though she prefers hers sweet, with cinnamon and brown sugar.
Until I moved back to<|fim_middle|> the permalink. | Texas at age 26, I hadn't eaten grits in a long time. After having spent four years exploring the exotic foodstuffs of the UK, and trying desperately to recreate much-loved flavors from home, my return to the U.S. in 2005 signaled the beginning of a culinary schizophrenia.
For the first few months, I binged on Tex-Mex; I ate tons of fried catfish (which I'd never really liked that much before); I feasted on chicken fried steak and gravy. Then a reverse homesickness sat in, and I had to figure out how to make some of my favorite British foods from scratch, with approximate ingredients.
After passing through this baptism by enchilada sauce and Yorkshire pudding, I began to explore some of the more overlooked foods I remembered from childhood. Foremost among these: grits.
I've been in a horseradish phase for, oh, two or three years now. One day I was making cheesy grits, and it suddenly struck me that the addition of some horseradish sauce might be interesting. I tentatively dropped about a teaspoon in and stirred it up. I tasted it, and it was good.
Once you try these grits, I swear, plain old cheesy grits will never taste the same again. What was once a treat–buttery, bright yellow, cheesy, warm grits–will seem bland in comparison. I rarely eat grits without horseradish these days, and I use this recipe as the base for many of my other favorite meals, including my weeknight staple: sausage and grits (my secret weapon: this spice rub from Australia).
1. In a medium saucepan, bring milk, salt, and pepper to a boil. Add grits and whisk until thoroughly mixed. Reduce heat to low and continue stirring regularly as the mixture thickens (about 25 to 30 minutes). Add more milk (or water) if needed.
2. Add butter and cheese and stir until melted into grits. Add horseradish and stir lightly until mixed in. Serve immediately with additional salt and pepper as desired.
Sausage and Horseradish Cheese Grits, with Crunchy Kale Chips.
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Erving Nazario singled through the right side; Ameir Uzzell advanced to third.
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Alec Craig singled up the middle.
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Brian Magee singled to right center.
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Christian DeLuca doubled to right center, RBI; Jacob Whittington scored.
Collin Fabio hit by pitch.
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When employees in Chicago and the remainder of Illinois receive a long term disability insurance denial, they are usually and understandably more concerned with the denial itself than who rendered the decision—usually an insurance company. However the identity of who made<|fim_middle|> benefits has been denied, contact a knowledgeable ERISA lawyer. | the decision can determine the outcome of a case involving an ERISA § 502(a) claim if the proper protocol for delegation of authority was not followed under the terms of the benefit plan. Earlier this month, the Fourth Circuit held that Federal Express Corp. was not entitled to favorable judicial review of its administrative decision to terminate a worker's disability benefit, because the company had outsourced its decision-making authority over administrative benefits claims to a third party, Aetna. While Aetna had been named the claims administrator in the plan documents, it had not been actually designated as having "discretionary authority" over workers' benefit determinations in the plan documents. Bilheimer v. Fedex Corp. Long Term Disability Plan, No. 13-1859, 2015 U.S. App. LEXIS 7434 (4th Cir. May 5, 2015).
So, why does "favorable judicial review" matter? When an employee is unsuccessful in seeking his disability benefits through the appeal process and has exhausted his administrative options, the next step is often to sue for benefits in federal court under ERISA § 502(a). Under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, (ERISA), a plan administrator's decision denying benefits is subject to the de novo standard of judicial review, unless the plan documents specifically grant the plan administrator the discretion to review benefit claims. When a court reviews a benefit decision under the de novo standard, the court will actually determine whether the claimant is entitled to benefits under the terms of the plan. On the other hand, if the plan documents specifically grant the administrator discretionary authority to review benefit claims, then the court will only review the administrative denial under a more limited standard—abuse of discretion—provided the party making the benefit determination was properly delegated that discretionary authority (which was improperly accomplished in the case cited above). Under the abuse of discretion standard, the court can uphold a benefit denial, despite its position that the employee should be entitled to benefits, because the court only determines whether there was substantial enough evidence in the record to support the administrator's decision such that it was not an abuse of discretion. That is a much higher hurdle to clear as a claimant.
In the case above, the Court first found that the plan documents did not properly grant Aetna discretionary authority, thus the district court was appropriately able to review the worker's disability claim under the de novo standard of review. Rather than being limited to reviewing Aetna's reasoning process, the Court had the authority to delve into the facts of Mr. Bilheimer's disability claim. Under this standard, the Fourth Circuit found that the district court had properly made findings of fact and that Mr. Bilheimer was entitled to continued disability benefits.
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Neurologia i Neurochirurgia Polska also known under the name of Polish Journal of Neurology and Neurosurgery (PJNNS) is a premier research and educational platform of the Polish Neurological Society and Polish Society of Neurosurgeons. It has a long and accomplished history dating back to earlier days of the XX Century. The journal publishes the results of basic and clinical research contributing to the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of neurological and neurosurgical disorders. Regular features include:
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The winner of the Young eScientist Award 2018 is…
Esther Bron (post-doc researcher at the Biomedical Imaging Group Rotterdam, Erasmus MC) has been awarded the Young eScientist Award 2018
Esther Bron (post-doc researcher at the Biomedical Imaging Group Rotterdam, Erasmus MC) has been awarded the Young eScientist Award 2018.
The prize aims to stimulate a young scientist demonstrating excellence in eScience: the development or application of digital technology to address scientific challenges. The prize will be used to undertake a joint research project, in which Esther will receive support by eScience Research Engineers (experts in the development and application of research software).
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The Netherlands eScience Center is the Dutch national center of excellence for the development and application of research software to advance academic research.
© 2021 eScience center / Webdesign 2020: RAADHUIS.com | Her main research interest is advanced analysis of brain MRI for improving diagnostics. Currently, she is organizing a large international comparison study: The Alzheimer's Disease Prediction Of Longitudinal Evolution challenge TADPOLE. This challenge objectively compares the performance of methods by international research groups that predict evolution of individuals at risk of Alzheimer's disease. Her research idea is to develop a user-friendly web-based platform that allows users to apply TADPOLE methods to their own data. She would like to collaborate with the eScience Center to build a web-based platform, to integrate the prediction methods into the platform and to validate them. This will make a different state-of-the-art prediction methods publicly available and easily applicable which is in line with the definition of Open Science.
Esther impressed the reviewers with her track record and the impact she already created on a national and international level. Her proposal also fully embraces open science.
We hope Esther's research will inspire and encourage other young eScientists to enter next year's competition!
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The American Bashkir Curly is a horse breed that purportedly originated in central Nevada, though some argue to the contrary. A common U.S. horse breed, it is mainly used for riding purposes today.
Ironically, not all American Bashkir Curly horses have curly hair. In the summer, they shed the silky and kinky hair on the mane, eventually growing the ringlets back during the winter. Common coat colors for the breed include gray, black, bay, Appaloosa, and Pinto.
A typical American Bashkir Curly stands at 14.3 to 15 hands high (57-60 inches, 145-152 centimeters) with a stout, muscular, and noble frame. It has a muscular back and hocks; powerful, rounded shoulders; a round, crease-free rump; and a wide, deep chest. Its legs, meanwhile, are straight with flat knees and tough, almost-perfectly rounded black hooves. An American Bashkir Curly's eyes are also wide-set, providing it with a wider range of vision.
Personality and Temperament
The American Bashkir Curly has an amiable nature and is highly trainable. It is alert and moves at a brisk pace, ideal for horse jumping, roping, and other types of equine events. It is also sturdy and weathers harsh climate conditions well, even known to survive winters without supplemental feed, though not recommended.
There's little question that the breed known today as the American Bashkir Curly came from central Nevada. According to experts, Peter Damele and his father found three horses covered with tightly-curled hair in 1898. These "Curlies" were then brought from the Peter Hanson mountain range to the Damele home and used for breeding. In fact, many of the American Bashkir Curly horses in the U.S. today can be traced back to the Damele herd, though the breed was not formally registered and extablished until 1971.
It is, however, unclear how the original Curlies came to be in the United States. Several theories have been proposed, but no clear-cut evidence to support these theories has been uncovered as of yet. There's a theory, for instance, that says the Curlies came with the Mongols to Nevada through the Bering Strait. They could also have been imported when the Russians occupied Alaska and horses were traded with farmers and miners who lived farther inland.
Although many questions have been left unanswered, one thing is clear -- it is unlikely the Curlies could have traveled to Nevada on their own.
Another issue is whether the American Bashkir Curly is truly Bashkir, Lokia, or a different breed altogether. So named because of its supposed Russian Bashkir descendant, the American Bashkir Curly is unlike the Russian Bashkir, which is rarely curly-haired. The Russian Lokai, on the other hand, is known for its curly coat.
Regardless of its descendant, the American Bashkir Curly remains a favorite among U.S. horse breeds, especially riders.
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Ryszkowo () – wieś (ros. село, trb. sieło) w zachodniej Rosji, centrum administracyjne sielsowietu ryszkowskiego w rejonie kurskim (obwód kurski).
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Miejscowość położona jest w dorzeczu Sejmu (lewy dopływ Desny), przy południowej granicy miasta Kursk i przy drodze regionalnego znaczenia 38K-015 (Kursk – Zorino – Tołmaczowo).
We wsi znajdują się ulice: 1-ja Sołowjewka, 2-ja Sołowjewka, 3-ja Sołowjewka, Centralnaja, Garażnaja, Ługowaja, Pansionat imieni Czerniachowskogo, Polewaja, projezd 1-j Szkolnyj, projezd 2-j Szkolnyj, Sołniecznaja, Tienistaja, Szkolnaja i Zariecznaja (471 posesji).
Klimat
Miejscowość, jak i cały rejon, znajduje się w strefie klimatu kontynentalnego z łagodnym ciepłym latem i równomiernie rozłożonymi opadami<|fim_middle|>iejscowości w rejonie kurskim (obwód kurski) | rocznymi (Dfb w klasyfikacji klimatów Köppena).
Demografia
W 2010 r. wieś zamieszkiwało 1216 osób.
Przypisy
Wsie w obwodzie kurskim
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VI.17.16 Pompeii. House of C. Ceius? A double atrium house.
Linked to VI.17.17. First excavated 1779.
VI.17.15 shop, 16, 17, combined plan.
Plan courtesy of Dobbins,<|fim_middle|> VI.17.17 at its rear.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. May 2005. Site of kitchen, with cellars below?
At the rear, above, would be the doorway into the atrium of VI.17.17.
VI.17.16/17 Pompeii. May 2005. Looking south, to doorway below VI.17.17, cellars?
VI.17.16/17 Pompeii. May 2011. Part of the lower area, linked with VI.17.17, looking east.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. May 2011. Looking west across south side of atrium.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. May 2011. Looking north-west across impluvium in atrium.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. May 2005. North-west corner of atrium.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. May 2011. Looking towards north side of atrium.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. May 2011. Looking towards north-east corner of atrium.
In the centre right, the doorway into the shop at VI.17.15 can be seen, together with its rear room and its entrance doorway.
The entrance corridor of VI.17.16 leading out onto Via Consolare can be seen on the right.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. May 2011. Looking east towards Via Consolare, from entrance corridor. | J. J. and Foss, P. W., 2008. The World of Pompeii. Oxford: Routledge (CDRom).
VI.17.15-18 – "Due case unite costituivano forse l'abitazione di una sola famiglia. Esse avevano due ingressi separati sulla strada e due botteghe, stando in relazione tra loro per gli atrii, entrambi tuscanici, e ciascuno con tre cubicoli da un solo lato.
The first No. 16, had the kitchen near to the entrance doorway, nearby were the steps linking with the next house, and at the rear was the triclinium, a second stairway, and two oeci.
The second, house No. 17, which seemed the most noble, contained ala, the tablinum, two corridors, and another steps leading down.
The building was finished on the highest floor with a loggia, which was now destroyed.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. May 2011. Looking west to entrance doorway.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. December 2005. Entrance doorway, looking west.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. December 2004. Looking west along fauces towards atrium.
In the rear wall are blocked doorways of which one would have led into the triclinium, and the second into a corridor leading to steps.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. May 2005. Impluvium in atrium.
VI.17.16 Pompeii. May 2005. South side of fauces, with steps to | 370 |
Father Stanley Pl<|fim_middle|> spiritual and social needs of people in 84 countries. | utz SVD, vice postulator for the canonization of St. Arnold Janssen and longtime missionary in the Philippines, died at Techny, Ill., on Sept. 23 at age 92.
Father Plutz's devotion to St. Arnold began when he entered Divine Word Seminary as a teenager in 1940. The German-born Father Arnold Janssen founded the Society of the Divine Word in 1875 and later established two congregations of women religious, the Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters and the Holy Spirit Missionary Sisters.
A phone call from Rome in 1999 put Father Plutz on a path that would deepen his relationship with the founder. Father Plutz was named the vice postulator. As vice postulator, Father Plutz researched the cure of Pamela Avellanosa, a young woman from the Philippines who was cured of "serious cranial-encephalic trauma with the formation of an epidural hematoma on the right side, profound coma, central apnea, endocranial hypertension and parietal fracture" (brain damage) at age 14.
The miracle completed St. Arnold's canonization process. Father Plutz presented the report to the local bishop, communicated with various commissions in the Philippines and Rome, and promoted the cause of St. Arnold worldwide through presentations and publications.
Thanks to his efforts, Father Arnold Janssen, founder of the Society of the Divine Word, was canonized along with Father Joseph Freinademetz, the first Divine Word Missionary to China, on Oct. 5, 2003.
During his 46 years as a missionary in the Philippines, Father Plutz served as a teacher and spiritual director at Divine Word and diocesan seminaries. He held a master's degree in English from Divine Word University in Tacloban City, Philippines, and a master's degree in guidance counseling from the University of San Carlos in Cebu City, Philippines.
Born in Appleton, Wis., Stanley Plutz was the elder of Alphonse and Eleanor (nee Uitenbroek) Plutz's two sons. He entered the Society of the Divine Word at East Troy, Wis., in 1940 and professed religious vows in 1946.
In 1953, he was ordained to the priesthood and left for his first overseas assignment in the Philippines in 1954. Upon returning to the United States in 2000, he was assigned to the U.S. Southern Province and continued to promote devotion to St. Arnold.
Father Plutz had been living at Techny since 2013. His wake will begin at 9 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 28, in the chapel of the Divine Word Residence at Techny. The Mass of the Resurrection will follow at 10:30 a.m. He will be buried at St. Mary's Cemetery in Techny. The Divine Word Residence is located at 1901 Waukegan Rd., Techny (Northbrook), Ill.
Father Plutz is survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations for the care of elderly and infirm missionaries may be sent to The Rector, Divine Word Residence, P.O. Box 6000, Techny, IL 60082-6000.
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"She never cries; she's usually quite tough," said her mother, Seleina Magill, hugging tearful Jessica. "She'll enjoy the toy when she feels better."
In a little room nearby, a dehydrated Juan Pedromo was getting saline solution in his body. The 9-year-old had a bad case of the flu, his mother, Maria Pedromo, said. Juan, although very weak, held on to the truck he picked from one of the gurneys.
This was the club's 10th annual toy drive and distribution at this hospital, said Jon Schultz, club president and founder.
"We end up getting about 1,000 toys each year," he said. "It's just wonderful to see the children's faces light up as they get the toys in their hands."
The club, which has close to 600 members, always is looking for toy donations to hand out to charities, Schultz said. Those interested in donating may visit the club's Web site at www.bcmc.net, he said.
Carl Marsh, a member, recalled how members had filled a little girl's room with toys.
"She had cancer," he said. "We don't know if she made it or not. We ended up unloading a whole gurney of toys in her room. Every time I look at<|fim_middle|> puzzles, board games and Barbie dolls sat on two gurneys rolling along Harbor-UCLA Medical Center's narrow corridors.
On Christmas Day, the mobile toy stores were on their way to the kids who had to spend the holiday stuck in a hospital room for whatever reason.
They couldn't get to a toy store before Christmas. This free toy store came to them thanks to the Beach Cities Mustang Club, whose members donned Santa hats and reindeer antlers, walked around the hospital's pediatric wing and distributed the toys.
Pained expressions turned into at least little smiles as children lying on beds and walking the corridors got to pick at least one toy from the gurneys.
Six-year-old Jessica Robledo got the first toy: a board game. The little girl hurt her right wrist as she roller-skated on her Christmas present, a pair of shoes in which the skates pop out, her mother said. Jessica and her mother were waiting to be seen by emergency room staff.
More locations will be added to this page soon! If you have a location, let us know!
If you would like to join us for toy delivery, we start sorting adjecent to the to the Long Beach Airport at 11am.
Not local, or can not join the fun on at a BCMC event? We use monies collected here to buy toys, gift cards (great for infants/diapers!) and batteries. You can donate to our efforts online or by mailing a check.
monthly meetings - every 2nd Tues!
Join BCMC at our monthly meeting. It takes place at FUDDRUCKERS in Lakewood. 5229 Clark Ave. | that picture, it just brings tears to my eyes."
The toys really do lift patients' spirits, said Aida Grado, a nurse.
"It's really nice they do this every year," she said. "It definitely makes a difference in how our patients feel."
Chat Javier, another pediatric nurse, was more vocal in thanking the group of visitors. She led some of the children in a spontaneous rendition of "Jingle Bell Rock" in one of the corridors.
"Shake your booty," she said, doing so herself, as other nurses and club members stood around her, clapping and giggling.
Jeannie Fuller, a club member, was handing out toys with her husband, Steve, and 7-year-old daughter, Jennifer.
"It's just horrible that these kids have to be stuck here on Christmas Day," she said. "This is the least we can do for them."
BCMCers Chris "Spicolli" Pomykala, Steve & Jeannie Fuller and Chris Grim wheel the toys past members cars. Carl Marsh's black Roush is seen on the right..
Jon Schultz, president of the Beach Cities Mustang Club, hands out some of the toys collected for the children who spent Christmas Day at Harbor UCLA Medical Center such as Christian Riley, who received a toy car (Mustang!). This is the 10th year the group has visited the hospital.
For 24 years, BCMC has collected and delivered toys to local hospitals and adopted families on Christmas Day!
"Bill Teaford" on the check memo line.
We also provide gift cards for new parents.
Every Dec 25th since 1996!
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Are you a Halloween fan? Are you ready? Me? Let's just say it's not my favorite holiday and I tend to not get excited about Halloween nail looks. I was happy to review this China Glaze Limited Edition Monsters Ball Halloween 2013 collection for you, but I wasn't expecting to like it. (Surprise! I do!) These are available now, October 2013 at fine salons and beauty supply stores. For more information, please visit www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Facebook (@ChinaGlaze), Twitter (@ChinaGlazeOfficial), Instagram (@ChinaGlazeOfficial), Pinterest (pinterest.com/chinaglaze) and YouTube (youtube.com/chinaglazeofficial).
China Glaze Monsters Ball Howl You Doin' - A "shadowy purple glitter" is a good way to describe this one. I needed 3 coats for full opacity here, but the formula was good and application wasn't difficult. I think it's a perfectly Halloweeny shade.
China Glaze Monsters Ball Bat My Eyes - "Ominous gold glitter". This one surprised me as it was opaque in 2 coats and I really liked it. With as many glitters that I have, this one managed to be unique! It's packed full with glitter, so the only issue is it may show up a little lumpy. A thick top coat will help a lot there.
China Glaze Monsters Ball Bat My Eyes with Ghoulish Glow and Bump in the Night<|fim_middle|> Glaze Take A Trek. I used one coat here and love this look, I think the orange takes on a copper feel and that makes this one unique.
Well, that's the collection! What do you think? Which is your favorite? Do you have fun with Halloween? I'll be taking my twins trick-or-treating this year as a blue crayon and a green crayon (their choice!) Stay safe and enjoy!
This CG collection is simply amazing!
Love your nail swatches! They are so creative and fun! | .
Here you can see Ghoulish Glow glows in the dark!! How fun! I used Bump in the Night for the eyes and mouth of my ghost friend. ;) One coat was plenty for this look.
China Glaze Monsters Ball Fang-Tastic over China Glaze Sci-Fly By. An interesting look of green, blue and magenta glitters. I have one coat over 2 coats of Sci-Fly By.
China Glaze Monsters Ball Boo-Gie Down over 2 coats China | 102 |
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Knocking on the Abyssal Door: Live at the Diverse Intelligences Summer Institute
Episode 131 · September 21st,<|fim_middle|>causal Connecting Principle, Alchemical Studies & Mysterium Coniunctionis
Charles Taylor, A Secular Age
New York Times article on 2022 UFO hearings
Episode Hosts
Phil Ford
J.F. Martel
1 hr 11 mins 49 secs
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Weird Studies is © 2023 by Phil Ford and J.F. Martel | 2022 · 1 hr 11 mins
The historian of religion Jeffrey J. Kripal writes, "The world is one, and the human is two." The line captures the riddle of reality. What is it with our species? Equipped with an intellect able to grok the basic laws that govern the physical universe, we seem unable to wrap our heads around as simple a question as "What is real?". Recorded live before a learned audience at the Diverse Intelligences Summer Institute (DISI) in August of 2022, this episode approaches the enigma by teasing the Weird out of the very idea of intellection. If the architects of DISI are right to say that mind, far from being confined to human skulls, enjoys wide distribution across nature, what might such ideas as magic, synchronicity, and prophecy tell us about intelligence and meaning?
DISI is a three-week interdisciplinary event held each year at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. The hosts are grateful to Jacob Foster and Erica Cartmill of UCLA for inviting them to speak at the institute.
**Header image: **Detail of The Ancient of Days by William Blake.
Diverse Intelligences Summer Institute (DISI)
Earlier iteration of Jacob Foster's talk, "Toward a Social Science of the Possible"
Pauline Oliveros's Tuning Meditation
Norbert Wiener, American mathematician
Joshua Ramey, "Contingency Without Unreason: Speculation After Meillassoux"
E. E. Evans-Pritchard, Witchcraft, Oracles, and Magic Among the Azande
Aristotle, Physics and Metaphysics
Jeffrey J. Kripal, "The World is One, and the Human is Two: Tentative Conclusions of a Working Historian of Religion"
Jeffrey Kripal on Weird Studies: episodes ## and ##
Aleister Crowley, See The Vision and the Voice and Magick in Theory and Practice
The "Unwritten Doctrines" of Plato
Plato, Republic, "Seventh Letter" & Phaedrus
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H. P. Lovecraft, The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath (for description of Azathoth)
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Skin Côntact's Steph Barlow of BBR confesses her go to artist after a few glasses of wine
By Claret Pimpernel
For a second year in a row the wine trade supergroup Skin Côntact will be taking to the stage next month in an effort raise aid as part of Comic Relief.
Skin Côntact LIVE AGAIN! is taking place on Thursday 12 May 2016 at the O2 Academy, Islington. Skin Côntact LIVE! is sponsored by Côtes du Rhône wines, and is a partnership that made it possible to stage this event and allow 100% of the proceeds to go to charity.
All in aid of a good cause 'The Band' including Richard Hemming - he of Jancis Robinson fame; Alex Hunt MW of Berkmann, Matt James of Bordeaux Cellar and Ben Smith of CyT will be performing along with a number of other personalities and talents from across the wine trade.
A series of guest stars will be on hand to wow spectators, including the very talented Steph Barlow from Berry Bothers & Rudd.
The Islington Academy stage has hosted Beck, Muse, Eminem - and now you! But who are your musical heroes?
It may be a bit of a cliché, but Freddie Mercury has to be up there. Also Brandon Boyd from Incubus, as they are one of the best bands I've seen live. I'm embarrassed to say it, but often after a few too many vinos I have a tendency to put Celine Dion on so there has to be a mention for her too.
What's the largest audience you've sung in front of?
Probably at school when I was 16 and sang in a school talent show - it would be about 600 people, but that feels like a lifetime ago.
And how would you like to be introduced on stage?
Keep it simple: 'Steph' would be fine... Or does the whole one name thing make me sound like more of a diva?!
What are you listening to a lot at the moment?
I have a very eclectic taste in music; it depends what I'm doing and what I feel like. I have particularly been enjoying some new music from Jack Garratt and Rae Morris. I also think Jungle, Royal Blood, London Grammar and Caribou have done some great stuff recently. I love some George Michael, Fleetwood Mac and Massive Attack as well, so it really depends on what I'm in the mood for.
And what was the most memorable live musical performance you've ever seen?
It has to be The Rolling Stones on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury 2013 - it was such an amazing gig. These rock legends really do show the new guys how it should be done!
Quickfire round!
Côte-Rôtie or Gigondas?
Most of the time I would say Gigondas - I love the rich supple fruit you get with good Grenache, but if I was<|fim_middle|>act' competition, talks rock legends before her big break
Harpers' columnist Guy Woodward set to take the stage at this year's Skin Côntact concert
The Wine Show's Joe Fattorini to run Médoc Marathon raising £5K for The Benevolent | looking for something a bit special, then a complex refined Cote-Rôtie would be the place to look.
Adele or Madonna?
You can't deny that Madonna has written some great songs over the years and has reinvented herself throughout the decades, but I would have to say Adele. Her voice is just incredible and her songs are so heartfelt you can't help but love her.
Viognier or Marsanne/Roussanne?
Viognier with scallops or lobster is a match made in heaven and you don't always have to break the bank to experience great Viognier - there are some really great examples coming through at lower price points too.
The Beatles or The Rolling Stones?
Definitely The Stones, I remember learning Honky Tonk Women on the guitar years ago and they were fantastic live. Gimme Shelter is one of my all-time favourite songs.
And finally, what's your most embarrassing musical secret?
I guess I would have to admit to my love of Michael Bolton... What a legend!
HWS - Erin Smith
Claret Pimpernel
The Wine Show's Amelia Singer prepares to take the stage for Skin Côntact LIVE concert
Tristan Darby of the Bristol Wine School takes the stage with other legends of the trade for Skin Côntact
Anne Serres, a winner of the 'Sing With Skin Cônt | 278 |
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Creative angst: a guide to getting over creative block, imposter syndrome and fear of the blank page
Creative angst, writer's block, imposter syndrome: whatever you want to call it, the business of making original work can sometimes be a struggle. Whether it's the intimidating glare of a blank page or a winning idea turned muddy, humps in the creative road can incite bouts of self-doubt if not handled correctly. No-one is immune from the artistic jitters, regardless of talent, status or the number of Yellow Pencils adorning their office shelves. So we decided to investigate how creative greats from theatre, film, music, advertising, editorial and design have learned to get out of being stuck.
Far from being a sign of inability, anxiety can be an inevitable element of creativity. "Angst is as big a part of the creative process to me as inspiration," says theatre director Holly Race Roughan, who recently directed Cordelia Lynn's Best Served Cold at the Vaults Festival, exploring non-consensual pornography as a form of terrorism. She claims to spend 70% of the time worrying that she is not good enough and 20% that her work isn't. "The final 10% of the time I feel like I have caught fire and that directing theatre is the most electric job in the world."
The old saying "you're only as good as your last performance" suggests that regardless of success, your reputation will suffer if you don't keep delivering the goods. And there will always be someone else with a portfolio brimming with new ideas eager to take your place. Rupert and Abi Meats, the husband and wife team behind the bold and joyful Rude Illustration collective, have worked with clients including Vogue, the Tate and Urban Outfitters. "However, we often initiate ideas and try to move styles on in order to show prospective clients something new, and this is where we struggle," explains Abi.
"Over the years, I've learned to have faith that my brain will come up with a solution, if I just get out of its way"
Paul Brazier
Some of the anguish seems to come from the fact that ideas are deeply personal. Being an artist is so much about self-expression that it makes people more vulnerable than many other professions would. Film composer Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch, who wrote the score for Wade Gasque's award-winning Tiger Orange, explains that creating music is a huge part of her identity, rather than just a job. "I can easily take it too personally," she says.
But banging your head against your desk isn't going to get you anything but a set of questionable bruises. When asked how to get through these anxious moments, AMV BBDO chief creative officer and chairman Paul Brazier advises that the best use of desk-time is to make sure you understand the problem, rather than to try and come up with the answer. Under Paul's tenure, AMV BBDO has created many celebrated ads, including the recent Mog's Christmas Calamity for Sainsbury's and a moving film for Guinness where rugby star Gareth Thomas talks about coming out.
Paul firmly believes that you will stand a better chance of getting a good idea when you are not trying. Scientific evidence backs this up. The area of the brain used for focused decision-making is actually inactive when we are being creative, according to a study by researchers Allen Braun and Siyuan Liu. "Over the years, I've learned to have faith that my brain will come up with a solution, if I just get out of its way," says Paul.
The fact that eureka moments cannot be contrived makes things difficult when clients expect ideas on-demand. "Much has been written recently about workshops being a complete waste of time," says Paul. The pressure to come up with something in a short space of time isn't necessarily the most productive approach. Paul tries to build in "let's sleep on it" time for his team, allowing for those relaxed moments when an idea might bubble up out of nowhere.
Filmmaker Nadia Marquard Otzen agrees that over-thinking can inhibit creativity. The Danish director has created music videos for artists including Rosie Lowe, Naughty Boy and her film for Years & Years' number one hit King has recently been nominated for a Brit award. "The harder you have to work on<|fim_middle|>-baby, The West Wing screenwriter Aaron Sorkin famously admitted to taking up to six showers a day to try and progress his thinking. "I'm not a germaphobe; it's kind of a do-over," he told The Hollywood Reporter magazine. 52-years-old at the time and with several award-winning TV shows already under his belt, the writer's confession drives home the fact that angst isn't caused by lack of talent or experience. "I've come to realise that it's only being scared to death that gets it done," he said.
But for some self-confidence is more motivating than fear. The Guardian music writer and author Dorian Lynskey recommends looking at past examples of your own work that you are proud of (his include a profile feature on Kendrick Lamar and an article detailing the story behind the Pogues' Fairytale of New York). "It reminds me that it's not that hard." He also believes you don't need to get it all right in one go, or even in coherent sentences at first. "The important thing is to get past the blank page as quickly as possible. As soon as I have some bits then I can get to work joining them up."
And if there are no fragments to start with, another tactic is to try inverting the brief. Sometimes the best solution is the most unexpected, according to Paul. "I regularly do the dead opposite of what everyone asks me to do. If a client knew what they wanted, they wouldn't need me."
It seems the creative process is full of ups and downs. Holly says keeping a diary helps her stay sane by allowing her to spot the patterns in her mood. She's discovered that for every production, she will experience confidence early on in rehearsals and increasing self-doubt towards opening night. Knowing that the tough moments are a normal part of the process makes her feel calmer. In fact, a study from the University of California San Francisco found that when people expressed their emotions, the part of the brain that controls creativity was active. So writing your feelings down might actually contribute towards a more productive mindset.
The key to surviving the slumps seems to be finding ways to relax and re-energise and not worrying about worrying, because it's all part of the process. Making something new is always going to come with an element of risk and stress. "You are offering your ego up for a battering," says Holly. "But in taking this risk, every so often you create something brilliant." And for a payoff like that, any angst is worth it.
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Skateboard designs, live performance videos and graphic novels: Raphaelle Macaron's illustration practice crosses diverse territory | an idea the less good it will be. Head takes over from gut and it can start to feel too over-thought, over-analysed," she says. If a certain route is causing too much trouble, Nadia abandons it and tries something else. Killing off the ideas that are giving you a hard time might seem brutal, but it could save you time and a headache.
Revisiting work that inspires you is another way to start afresh. For Nadia, feeling inspired is the opposite of creative angst. "It's a bit like being in love. Everything flows with ease and there's a certain hyper-excitement." At the start of a project, the director sifts through her library of images to help spark ideas. It's a similar process to that of her art school days, where she would start every project leafing through books in the library.
In order to loosen up and let your gut instincts get a word in edgeways, many of the artists we spoke to recommend going for a walk. Charles Dickens famously used to walk for hours around London and return home with chunks of his novels mentally mapped out. This strategy makes sense when you look at our biology. Renowned neuroscientist Alice Flaherty discovered that the more dopamine that is released in the brain, the more creative we are. Exercise is one major way of increasing production of the hormone.
Dopamine can also be released by relaxing activities like taking a hot bath. In fact, Emilie believes a soak in the tub can be just the ticket. Although other activities, so long as they are relaxing, can work just as well. The key is to try and distract yourself so that your mind can wander off for a moment. "It's not that inspiration will strike at the very instant I am able to relax, but by pulling out of this state of anxiety, my mind becomes a bit clearer and regains perspective."
"You are offering your ego up for a battering, but in taking this risk, every so often you create something brilliant."
Holly Race Roughan
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<|fim_middle|> a company's product. Surveying all rural consumers isn't possible, so the researcher selects just a few consumers to study. But unless the researcher uses reliable statistical methods for choosing which consumers to study, chances are good the study's results will not be valid for understanding the target population at large. Limiting interviews to only those consumers who are conveniently located might produce biased results that don't hold true for the target population.
With the right statistical methods, it's possible to select a representative sample from the experimentally accessible population. For example, if a researcher can study a large enough group of consumers while also relying on selection methods that are random, the researcher can be reasonably confident that the study's results will be valid for the target population as a whole.
For most small businesses, the complicated nature of this type of statistical analysis makes hiring expert market researchers an attractive option. Experts understand not only how to identify and access a representative sample of a target population, but also how to extrapolate important patterns and insights from any data that results. Understanding the difference between population and target population will help the business person better understand their consumers and market to their needs.
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Businesses often perform research to identify consumer buying habits and preferences. It's rarely possible to study all consumers in particular population segment, which means business researchers must find ways to choose the right consumers to study. Done correctly, a statistical study will reveal insights about an entire target population.
The target population is the group a researcher hopes to understand, according to Statistics How To. For example, suppose a company is launching a new product for senior citizens. Analyzing the target population – all senior citizens – could uncover insights that allow the company to implement a variety of advertising campaigns suited to different income levels and attitudes within that target population example.
Experimentally Accessible Population
The experimentally accessible population is the group that a researcher actually can measure. Budgetary constraints, for example, often limit the number of consumers a researcher can study, making the experimentally accessible population much smaller than the target population, according to ELITE Institute. Physical limitations also often force a researcher to study groups that are smaller than the target population. For example, interviewing every consumer distributed across a large region often isn't feasible, meaning a researcher must select a smaller group for study.
Statistical Problems
A problem occurs if the experimentally accessible population is not representative of the target population. For example, suppose a researcher wants to study rural consumer attitudes toward | 348 |
5 Reasons Israeli Startups Are So Successful
Molly Cutler November 1st 2014 3:30 pm
<|fim_middle|>. She is a tech enthusiast who spends her spare time cooking, writing about food and watching documentaries. | Over the past decades, Israel has become a hub for innovation and R&D. And when it comes to startups, it actually is number two only to Silicon Valley.
With 140 scientists, technicians, and engineers per 10,000 employees, compared to 85 per 10,000 in the United States, Israel boasts the highest number of scientists and technology professionals per capita in the world. Additionally, the amount spent on R&D in relation to gross domestic product, and the percentage of Israelis engaged in scientific and technological activity, is the highest in the world.
At its core, these impressive stats are really driven by Israel's culture and mentality. Here are five reasons Israeli startups are so successful:
"Refuse to Die" Mentality
Being located in such a volatile region prone to wars and violence, Israel has been an individualistic nation since its founding. The country as a whole, and Israelis as individuals, have a "refuse to die" mentality. Therefore, they strive to survive and progress forward, no matter what. This demeanor of resilience has been instrumental in the establishment of the country's unique entrepreneurial spirit and wildly successful startup scene.
Life-Death Stakes Motivate Tech Entrepreneurs
Military enlistment is mandatory in Israel and plays a huge role in providing invaluable experience for many budding tech entrepreneurs. The military's largest unit, the internationally-acclaimed intelligence unit 8200, responsible for introducing more technology millionaires than many business schools, provides its soldiers with knowledge and experience in the fields of tech and cyber security while working under intense pressure, with great responsibility, and often primarily independently.
The experience that many current and future leading Israeli tech entrepreneurs gain during their time in the military provides them with high-level analytical, rapid data-processing and quick decision-making abilities. They are often under enormous pressure with life-and-death stakes — experiences that set them up for success in the hi-tech world.
The "Chutzpa" Nature
Not only does the military provide Israelis with knowledge and experience, but also it acts as a social leveler. Since most Israelis, regardless of background, serve together in the same conditions, it is in Israelis' nature to challenge their authorities — whether in the military, government, or in their careers. While perceived as rude by some, this "chutzpa," or gutsy, nature, is in fact a causal factor in the Israeli frame of mind that no obstacle is too difficult to overcome.
It's Not Just About Huge Payouts
Israeli culture promotes appreciating what you have and enjoying life in the present as best you can. In the startup world, Israelis know when to exit and enjoy the fruits of their labor, rather than holding on too long to their companies or being overly greedy. In this culture, money is not the sole focus of ventures. In the end, Israelis strive to change the world, rather than just focusing on how much their idea will be worth if it makes it big – though they tend to make it big in the end, anyway. Israeli exits and IPOs in recent years have been massively impressive.
It's About Changing the World
Israel has always had to be creative and strategic in solving issues, whether geopolitical, economic, societal, religious, etc. Therefore, Israeli startups aim to solve real issues and improve and help the world. Their focus is typically on B2B, rather than on fluffy consumer technologies.
Some of the best innovations in biotechnology, environmental technology, fraud detection and cyber security come from Israeli companies. In fact, Israel not only has the largest number of companies listed on NASDAQ outside of North America, but it also has the highest level of venture capital as share of GDP, a key factor of a country's innovative efforts. According to the OECD, in 2011, Israel's expenditures on R&D were 4.38 percent, versus the U.S. at 2.77 percent.
Much can be learned from Israel's successful startups: Persistence is key, never be afraid to challenge the status quo or your authorities, be disruptive, and focus on solving real problems. But most of all, the focus should not be on the money — be excited by what your company is doing and concentrate on achieving something great.
Many startups fail because they run out of funds or can't attract enough users, etc. Adopting the Israeli mentality of not taking "no" for an answer and "refusing to die" is crucial for startup success. There's tough competition out there and it takes trying everything and putting everything you have into your company before letting it go in order to achieve real success.
Molly Cutler
Molly Cutler is CMO of Cutler PR, a Tech PR agency based in New York City and Tel Aviv | 969 |
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Thursday Tree Love – Greenery at the Königsallee
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Königsallee in Dusseldorf with its extensive list of fashion stores and retail chains is one of the most upscale districts in Europe. It has a canal running through its center with a lot many trees on either<|fim_middle|>la stan is the old medieval town of Stockholm. It's full of some fantastic attractions like a host of churches, palaces, souvenir and handicrafts shops and more. I bought a couple of souvenirs, bookmarks and candies.
Cobbled Streets of Gamla stan
Colourful buildings at Gamla stan
When I entered one of the shops, the shopkeeper excitedly asked "Aur bhaisaab kya haal hai? (How are you in Hindi)". On asking, I came to know that the guy was from Afghanistan. Sweden has for long welcomed people from various parts of the world and it surely was on display at this souvenir shop. The cobbled streets throughout this town along with buildings of various shades and colours give it a unique feel.
E for Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
In AtoZChallenge 2017, Travel
Flying over the calm blue waters of the Aegean Sea minutes before landing
The 'Eleftherios Venizelos' Airport also known as the Athens International Airport is the main international gateway to the historical city of Athens.
On arrival, we were greeted to a calm clear winter day
Though the Greek economy has plummeted quite dramatically over the last few years, the increase in the number of passengers at the airport (~20 million) has coincided with more than 25 million tourists visiting Greece in 2016. This makes it one of them most visited destinations in Europe.
Guest post by Forum Parikh: Book review – Another Chance
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"I love you darling!….. I can't live without you…. You are the reason my heart beats for you." Well we all are sick and tired of hearing such cliché and boring filmy lines, aren't we? Well who would want to read the same old romantic stories which have a predictable ending. But sometime or the other we would always indulge in a light sweet romantic read which would just take you to a world where you can live and flow with it.
Another Chance written by Ahmed Faiyaz took me to that world. It revolves around two main characters who fall in love but due to numerous reasons, they fall in and out of a relationship. If seen in comparison with others, it's yet another romantic story but is a light read that compels a reader to know what happens next. And that's what's important for a story, isn't it?
The story revolves around Ruheen Oberoi and Aditya Sharma who fall in true love. Ruheen Oberoi is the grand-daughter of a rich and protective Nana-ji . She is a person with modern views and always happens to make wrong choices regarding her soul-mate. Whereas Aditya is a strong career oriented person who would want to go to any extent to have a stable life for himself and his love. Both of them meet each other in college but destiny had separated them to reunite again after a gap when Ruheen tries to escape from her abusive and immature husband. Now that's a movie story, isn't it? I can hear someone say HUM TUM though obviously there the husband dies. But then the stylish narrative is what makes it different. It's a story about two people who could go mad in love. Ahmed takes the readers to the land where his characters are, and one can feel as if they are in the situation and imagine themselves there.
Ahmed has succeeded in keeping the story simple and sweet, projecting every character with an individual identity and strong presence. It stands true to its word of taking the reader to a romantic world.
There are very few writers who could bring an international touch to their writing. But Ahmed takes his readers on a journey across various countries in Europe and India. And this is what brings a truly international feel to the book. It's a blend of interesting style with a touch of emotions that would surely make one cry or rejoice.
A good read having interesting characters with a maze of relationships! Recommended!!!
My rating – 3.5/5
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This pic was taken in the Summer of 2018 when the drought in Europe was still at its peak. So you can imagine even after that, how green this place looks.
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Each person is an enigma. You're a puzzle not only to yourself but also to everyone else, and the great mystery of our time is how we penetrate this puzzle.
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From the time we Indians are born, we are always taught the tenet of "Unity in Diversity". This is based on the fact that though we have a number of different religions, regions, castes, languages, food items and more in the country, we still live in a united India. Yes, everything is not as perfect as it was intended with discrimination at various levels but then we still celebrate each others festivals, have different types of food and even speak more than one language.
Growing up in an environment like this has always taught me to appreciate diversity in every form. Having traveled to more than 25 countries across Europe, Asia and Africa, I have met people from across the board. It has given me interesting perspectives of their culture, their thoughts and even their beliefs. Eg: Saving and investing a certain amount of money is not just an Indian or specifically an Asian thing.
Meeting people who are different than we are also plays a strong role in helping remove stereotypes and myths created over many years. Eg: Not everyone from Africa deals in drugs and human trafficking.
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Project of the Quarter: PEAK Innovation Center
Published May 13, 2022 .
Scope of Work: Plumbing
Summary: The PEAK Innovation Center is a remodel of an existing building, which was donated to the Fort Smith Public School Board, into a 165,000 square foot education facility. PEAK is designed to train and educate students in the fields of advanced manufacturing, nursing, robotics, machining, technology, and much more. The general contractor was Turn Key Construction Manager's, and in coordination with them PEAK was completed by March 2022.
PEAK has a compressed air system that services the classrooms for pneumatics, automation, and computer aided CNC machines. PEAK has 2 sets of<|fim_middle|> pumps.
PEAK Innovation Center opened its doors to students on March 28th.
Foreman: Clayton Parsley
Journeymen Plumber's: Corey Post, Dustin Redding, Scott Graham, Juan Lopez
Apprentices: Robert Harrison (1st year), Rick Reeves (2nd Year), Dustin Mays (4th Year) – Not Pictured
Welder's and Fitters: Errick Ellington, Bob Ryder, David Silkowski – Not Pictured, Paul Brown – Not Pictured
Clayton Parsley (Foreman) | men's and women's bathrooms, and 2 family bathrooms with a total of 29 water closets, 7 urinals, 4 two bank Bradley lavatories, 4 three bank Bradley lavatories, and 3 single lavatories. The facility also has 3 water heaters with 2 recirculation | 64 |
On Day 3 God introduces us to flow or motion for the first time. This has the very significant effect of enabling the materials that were in suspension in the water from the beginning to separate out and so the dry land appears.
In the beginning God creates all the materials (elements) that He wants to work with. They exist in an amorphous wat<|fim_middle|>3 God introduces the idea of motion. The earth (and everything else) spins and (just like in a centrifuge) dry land appears.
Now God has the base on which He can start making beautiful things. | ery mess suspended on nothing in darkness. The Spirit is pregnant with ideas and the Word then is spoken.
On Day 1 the framework of time and space is spoken into being and light is the measuring tool that constrains and simultaneously illuminates everything.
On Day 2 space is created and so now objects can be made. The first distinguishable objects are the heavens and the earth.
On the first part of Day | 84 |
She wanted to quit her job. The work was ok she guessed, but the management was oppressive, and she wasn't getting the opportunities and benefits she deserved. She was worth more, and if they couldn't see it, then she would find a place that could.
I'm in Las Vegas this weekend. I'm here quite a bit lately, and as a girl who gave up drinking and doesn't gamble, this is not necessarily an ideal destination. I am a seeker of peace and tranquility, it's a stretch for me to hang here; but this season has served as a great place to watch and to observe some of my fellow humans. Plus, being here has given me the opportunity to nurture a budding relationship that has more merit than anything since my divorce. So, it's what I've chosen right now.
I was insecure and a little scared, even though this wasn't my first rodeo.
As a native Floridian, hurricanes are par for the course. Hurricanes can also be a terrifying experience - howling winds, blowing transformers, storm surge, and falling trees. But mostly it's terrifying because of the unknown. No matter how you prepare, you've never quite sure – should we stay or go? Have I done enough? You mitigate your risk compared to your time, energy, and resources. You watch the news – you watch too much news.
It is a debate that presents itself repeatedly, no matter how experienced you become.
I was a zombie before it was cool.
A card-carrying member of the walking dead – dead to my feelings, my pain ate me alive until there was nothing left but an empty shell. I had lost myself somewhere along the way.
I was talking to my therapist about childhood trauma I experienced at a young age and questioned her about the validity of such things – did everyone with this type of trauma grow into adulthood with this amount of pain?
She explained to me that when you're a part of a healthy, functioning family unit you're not afraid to talk about problems. Talking openly and working through problems is a part of how relationships work. She explained that in those situations<|fim_middle|> to talk about their hearts and relationships.
I have a love/hate relationship with my inbox.
This morning, as I analyzed its contents (which sits around 500 or so messages, even with twice daily purging), about half (more than half?) of what's in there are useless distractions – of what's left, about half are the things of obligation – stuff that needs my attention because I am a human living in this world.
Among the rest are a few nuggets of gold mixed in with reminders of some things that are going my way – as well as some things that are not. Some of the messages are encouraging, others confrontational. In there today, is a note from an old friend that brought a smile to my face. But I have also had moments where that inbox has grown arms and punched me right in the gut. Funny, how a simple message can elicit such emotion.
Last week, I wrote about Why Your Wife is So Mad. I'll be honest, it irritated some people (and it wasn't your wife). It was called feminist BS, among other things. Funny, as I've never really considered myself a feminist necessarily. Meaning, I'm not pro-female as much as I'm pro-people and pro- healthy relationships. And pro- deal with your stuff so you can be a better human -kind of gal. So, if that makes me a feminist bullshitter, then um, ok I guess.
Ok guys, this one's for you.
I get a lot of mail and comments from men who struggle in their marriages or have recently gotten divorced. These guys are looking for material, groups, and the like focusing on their needs during relational turmoil. I tell them I can't really speak to all of that, because I'm not a guy. They express severe lack of resource, both online and in a general understanding within our population – I can't disagree.
Universal truths about relationship are essentially gender neutral. I can see thier point. But still, I'm not a guy.
So…Let's unpack this and get real.
How do you know you're ready to date after divorce? What steps should you take to overcome fear? What can be done to prevent past mistakes and set you up for future success? This week I sat down with certified life coach, Suzy Garber to discuss how to thrive during (and after) life's transitions.
Life coaching can benefit many. Suzy is offering 1 free coaching sessions for any readers of Unchained who are curious about the differences life coaching can make.
Some days in life -- some moments in time are forever etched in your memory, stamped on your brain like a polaroid set there to revisit time and time again … sometimes, those moment are centered around unique experiences and fun. But more often than not, they come as defining moments – the ones that aren't triggered necessarily by a joyous occasion, but instead a drop of life that hits you and changes you forever.
There is no question that divorce is an emotional process. Sometimes it feels like your emotions can change in an instant from anger to pain to even brief moments of joy. While it is important to experience and acknowledge all of our feelings, we must remember the importance of how we choose to act based on those feelings.
I once was taught that most anger is a cover of raw pain. Think about that for a moment… Sometimes anger is easier to feel than pain. To me, anger lulls shame, invokes control, and ultimately makes me feel as if I'm coming from a place of power instead of falling victim to my circumstances and feelings.
Letters from readers, it's one of my favorite things about this writing project - knowing that sharing a piece of my story and a bit of my heart helps others. Mostly, the comments come from people I don't know personally, but occasionally, I get a nice note from someone in my past.
This week found such occasion, it was good to hear from an old friend. | , when abuse or some other trauma occurs, parents and caregivers are aware enough to know something is going on or the child feels safe enough to talk about it. When that happens, the problems are faced head on and dealt with. Saving the child and the entire family unit a lifetime of pain.
I knew in that moment I wanted to live like that.
These situations, and many like it, run amuck all around us.
The room was dark, and my head spinning as I listened to the clock silently tick its way toward dawn. Why did I feel the way I did? I was confused all the time. A constant struggle to attain 'rightness' with the people and the world around me, a fight that was pointless, and failing with each attempt. It was keeping me up at night and it was slowly killing me.
Dysfunction, addiction, and codependent relationships are all a part of my story – they are a part of many of our stories.
I had reconnected with an old friend and we were discussing the complexity of relationships over plates of tacos (so essentially, it was a perfect night for me).
The hearts of men have been on my mind quite a bit recently. As this thing grows and expands and it's reach becomes out of my grasp, I'm getting more feedback. About half of that comes from men. The men are sending me ideas for guest posts, they are sharing my work with their peers and private Facebook groups. They want more and they want | 301 |
In Afghanistan, Security Council reiterates support for efforts to restore peace and progress
Security Council President Ambassador Kairat Umarov of Kazakhstan (left) is greeted by President Ashraf Ghani of Afghanistan at the Presidential Palace in Kabul. Photo UNAMA/Fardin Waezi
The United Nations Security Council, during a weekend mission to Afghanistan, reiterated its support for the Central Asian country's efforts to restore peace, stability and progress.
Council members aimed to get a first-hand account of progress made by the Afghan National Unity Government, with the assistance of the international community, in addressing a wide range of interconnected challenges and to learn how the Security Council could further assist efforts on the ground.
According to the UN Department of Political Affairs (DPA), despite assurances of continued international assistance for its security and development needs, Afghanistan remains a country undergoing conflict, which threatens the sustainability of its achievements.
DPA says peace negotiations between the Afghan Government and armed opposition groups are the only alternative for ending the conflict and the region and the broader international community have a stake and a role to play to help to create the<|fim_middle|> assistance to some 2.8 million people across the country who have been affected by conflict and natural disasters as well as families returning home after years in Iran and Pakistan. | conditions for peace.
The Council's visit, from 13 to 15 January, was the first one since 2010 and came ahead of the Kabul Process meeting, scheduled for February 2018, where the Government is expected to present its plans for a more structured peace and security process, coordinated with the wider region.
In the capital, Kabul, the delegation held meetings with senior officials, including Afghan President Ashraf Ghani and Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah.
The delegation also met with the leadership of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and the Resolute Support Mission of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
According to a note issued by UNAMA, discussions during the visit focused on the political, security, socio-economic and human rights situation in the country, with all parties underlining the importance of an inclusive Afghan-led and -owned peace process for long-term stability and prosperity in Afghanistan.
VIDEO: UN Security Council delegation reiterates its commitment to help restore peace, stability and progress in the country.
Council members also reiterated their support for the Government's reform initiatives, particularly to counter corruption and accelerate regional cooperation.
They expressed concerns about the security environment in Afghanistan, including the presence of Al-Qaeda, Taliban and ISIL-Khorasan Province-affiliated fighters, as well as about the nexus of terrorism and organized crime. All parties reiterated the need for greater international and regional security cooperation.
The delegation was briefed on the preparations for the upcoming parliamentary and district council elections in 2018. Council members underscored the importance of continued progress on electoral reforms and towards the holding of free and fair, as well as timely, credible and inclusive parliamentary and presidential elections in 2018 and 2019, respectively. They reiterated the need to increase women's participation in the election.
Need for regional and integrated security and development approach
Council members emphasized the need to adopt a regional and integrated security and development approach, which Kazakhstan is proposing as the path to sustainable development, durable peace and stability in the region.
Discussions in Kabul stressed the need to view Afghanistan not as a threat to security in the region but as an important partner. It is critical to integrate the economies of Afghanistan and neighbouring countries, including Central Asian States, through enhanced interaction and connectivity, by implementing regional infrastructure, trade, investment, transit and transportation projects.
Afghan authorities expressed hope for the rapid implementation of those projects.
Led by Kazakhstan, the delegation included representatives of the United States, Bolivia, Côte d'Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Kuwait, the Netherlands, Peru, Poland, Sweden, France, Russia, the United Kingdom and China.
Kazakhstan, the first Central Asian country elected to the Security Council, holds the body's presidency in January 2018.
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Amid continuing violence in Afghanistan, the United Nations and the humanitarian community has appealed for $430 million to provide | 659 |
After a brief evaluation of the behavior of the Economy Plan during the first quarter of this year, Ricardo Cabrisas, Cuba´s<|fim_middle|> of the country's economic structure.
In this sense, the essential premise lies in the ability to meet production and service commitments, with efficient savings and readjustment of expenditure indicators below the 2017 Plan. | Minister of Economy and Planning, presented the proposal of guidelines for the elaboration of the Plan of the Economy and the Budget of the State for 2018, in which it was considered to consolidate and guarantee the continuity and sustainability of what was approved in the 2017 Plan.
He said that priority will be given to the "support for production levels and investments associated with exports, development and infrastructure programs and the demands of tourism; food production and import; increasing production of construction materials and agricultural inputs; and guaranteeing education, health and basic services to the population.
Cabrisas stressed the need for the 2018 Plan to be distinguished by the search for coherent and sustainable solutions, with the purpose of forming a plan to ensure growth, maintaining macroeconomic balances, continuity of main development programs and a slight advance in the process of transformation | 173 |
Bernie Sanders weighs future after Biden logs big primary wins
By Jim Hagerty On Mar 18, 2020
By Will Weissert and Brian Slodysko
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bernie Sanders was trying to determine his next moves on Wednesday, after Joe Biden swept to victory in Florida, Illinois and Arizona and seized a commanding lead in a Democratic presidential race upended by the coronavirus.
The Vermont senator's campaign manager, Faiz Shakir, said Sanders "is going to be having conversations with supporters to assess<|fim_middle|> severely disrupted Democratic primary will proceed.
Polls were shuttered in Ohio, and election workers and voters reported problems in the three states where primaries went forward, all of which Biden easily won. The former vice president now seems on a glide path to the nomination, his delegate lead over Sanders nearly insurmountable. Top Democratic leaders and donors have also increasingly lined up behind Biden as the best option to square off against President Donald Trump in November.
Using a livestream to address supporters from his home state of Delaware, Biden seemed ready to move past the primary. He paid tribute to the Vermont senator for advancing key issues including affordable health care and combating climate change.
"Sen. Sanders and his supporters have brought a remarkable passion and tenacity to all of these issues. Together they have shifted the fundamental conversation in this country," Biden said. "So let me say, especially to the young voters who have been inspired by Sen. Sanders, I hear you. I know what's at stake. I know what we have to do."
With the exception of North Dakota and the Northern Mariana Islands, Sanders hasn't scored a victory since Super Tuesday on March 3. He made no moves to contact Biden immediately after Tuesday's results, according to people familiar with the situation who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak for the candidates. During online remarks before most results were in, Sanders said little about the future of the race.
Also Tuesday, Trump formally clinched the Republican presidential nomination after facing minimal opposition. But much of the action was on the Democratic side, where higher vote totals in some key states suggested enthusiasm that even the coronavirus couldn't contain. Turnout in Florida's Democratic primary surpassed the 1.7 million who cast ballots four years ago.
Some Democrats are now calling on Sanders to drop out in the name of party unity, but Sanders' advisers have suggested he won't rush to do so, betting that the political landscape could look different as the virus continues to reshape life across the country. Four years ago, Sanders kept an insurgent primary bid against Hillary Clinton going for months, even as it became clear he had no chance of winning.
Biden, meanwhile, maintained strength in the latest three states to vote with African Americans and older voters, who have been the hallmark of his campaign. He also appeared to chip away at Sanders' previous advantage with Hispanics that helped him win Nevada and California early in the race.
In Florida, Latinos made up roughly 20% of Democratic primary voters, and they largely sided with Biden. The former vice president received the support of 62% of Puerto Rican voters and 57% of Cubans, according to AP VoteCast, a broad survey of primary voters.
Still, going forward, the primary will be disrupted by the public health and economic havoc wreaked by the coronavirus.
For most people, the new coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia. The vast majority of people recover from the new virus.
Democratic National Committee Chairman Tom Perez blasted Ohio for closing polls on such short notice, sparking confusion. But he also urged states with upcoming primaries to expand vote-by-mail and absentee balloting, as well as polling station hours — trying to ensure the primary continues, at least in some form.
"The right to vote is the foundation of our democracy, and we must do everything we can to protect and expand that right instead of bringing our democratic process to a halt," Perez said in a statement.
Four states — Louisiana, Georgia, Kentucky and Maryland — have joined Ohio in moving to push back their upcoming primaries, and others may yet do so. As Shakir noted, that has left the Democratic primary calendar empty until March 29, when Puerto Rico is scheduled to go to the polls. But island leaders are working to reschedule balloting there, too.
That means there is nowhere for Sanders to gain ground on Biden anytime soon, even if he could find a way to mount a sudden surge.
At least one of Sanders' top advisers chided party officials for going forward with voting on Tuesday.
"The Democratic Party rightly berates the GOP for ignoring scientists' warnings about climate change," David Sirota tweeted. "The same Dem Party just ignored scientists' warnings & pushed to continue in-person elections during a lethal pandemic, rather than delaying until there is vote by mail."
There were problems across the country on Tuesday. In Illinois, for instance, there was a push to relocate about 50 Chicago-area polling places after locations canceled at the last minute.
Jim Allen, a spokesman for the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners, said the board asked Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker last week to cancel in-person voting, but the governor refused. Pritzker countered that state law doesn't give him the authority to make the sweeping changes that elections officials wanted.
"Let me tell you this: It is exactly in times like these when the constitutional boundaries of our democracy should be respected above all else," the governor said. "And if people want to criticize me for that, well, go ahead."
There weren't problems, everywhere, though. Mel Dockens, a 49-year-old small-business owner, voted in the Phoenix suburb of Glendale and said it was a tough choice. But he went for Biden because he thought Sanders' progressive views might turn off some Democratic voters.
"It's all about electability," Dockens said. "It's not that I don't trust Bernie Sanders, but I trust (Biden) a little more."
Associated Press writers Bill Barrow in Atlanta, Katie Foody in Chicago, and Seth Borenstein and Alexandra Jaffe in Washington contributed to this report.
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Twitter risks fraying as engineers exit over Musk upheaval | his campaign." But Shakir also suggested his candidate is no hurry to make any decisions about dropping out, noting that "the next primary contest is at least three weeks away."
More immediately, Sanders "is focused on the government response to the coronavirus outbreak and ensuring that we take care of working people and the most vulnerable," Shakir said in a statement.
Even if Sanders ultimately decides to keep running, however, he has little hope of catching Biden — especially in a political world turned as upside down as much of the rest of society amid efforts to combat the spreading virus, which has killed at least 115 people in the United States.
Neither candidate is traveling or holding campaign rallies, and much of the electorate has been staying home. Indeed, Biden's third big night in as many weeks on Tuesday came amid tremendous uncertainty about how an already | 169 |
Elegance and class paired perfectly in the Florida wedding of Cassandra and Orlando. Organic details<|fim_middle|> mercury glass vases. The couple danced the night away surrounded by their friends and loved ones in an absolute classic and elegant wedding. | filled every element of this burgundy accented wedding.
The gorgeous bride Cassandra and her handsome groom Orlando held their elegant ceremony at the gorgeous Plymouth Congregational Church in Coconut Grove. A backdrop of old stone covered in foliage complemented the couples timeless black and white with burgundy accent color scheme flawlessly. The ceremony was classic as Orlando dressed in a stylish white satin tuxedo jacket with black lapels and his stunning bride elegantly walked down the aisle wearing a sensational A-line lace gown complete with a delicate sweetheart neckline.
The Club of Knights in Coral Gables was the perfect setting to continue celebrating the gorgeous couple. Dazzling chandeliers with gold and crystal accents lit up the room in such a beautiful way. The guests' tables were covered in luxurious burgundy tablecloths and topped with lavish gold dinner plates. Table centerpieces included stunning gold candelabras paired with burgundy candles inside and crimson and white floral arrangements with a soft pink accent. Soft gold colored rhinestones beautifully lined every layer of the four-tier cake. The dessert table which included the elegant cake was filled with decadent treats and accompanied with sweet floral arrangements in gold | 232 |
Kickstarter Funds Skyrim Composer's Next Album In Mere Hours
By Earnest "<|fim_middle|>. "This symphonic work is planned to feature live players and singers in addition to the innovative technologies for which Jeremy has become known," the Kickstarter description claims.
In terms of Kickstarter projects, Soule wasn't seeking much money. His goal was a mere $10,000, which has already been surpassed in the scant few hours the Kickstarter drive has been active. As of this moment his total stands at $12,555. Great news, right? Congratulations to Mr. Soule for reaching his monetary goal so quickly. That said, there are still 30 days left on the clock, and the Kickstarter page offers no information on what Soule might do with the excess money. Perhaps he'll fund a second album, or maybe he'll hire an artist to create a wicked sweet lenticular cover for Soule Symphony No. 1. We've reached out to the artist to ask about his plans for the funds, but have yet to hear back. We'd assume he's currently, understandably overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.
Until Soule offers official commentary on what he plans to do with the extra cash, we'd suggest holding off on donating to the Kickstarter drive. There's not much point in handing over your money if it's just going to be refunded to you by a gracious musician, is there? Besides, you look a little thin. You should eat more. Go buy a hamburger. | Nex" Cavalli Legacy Author March 14, 2013
Jeremy Soule, the composer behind the epic Skyrim score, has turned to Kickstarter to fund his next album with unexpected success.
When you recall the musical accompaniment found in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, what descriptors come to mind? Epic? Sweeping? Grandiose? All of those are perfectly apt, and that's exactly why composer Jeremy Soule is such an important name in the field of videogame music. His work on Skyrim was arguably the best videogame score to emerge in years, and it easily rivals even the top names in Hollywood. Unless you inexplicably disagree with everything I've just typed, there's good reason to hope that Soule will continue his efforts.
Unfortunately, all creative enterprises require cash to get things off the ground. Recording a new album is no exception. Thus, Soule turned to Kickstarter, hoping to trade on the popularity of his Skyrim work to pull in the money necessary to fund his next album.
Appropriately dubbed, Soule Symphony No. 1, The Northerner, Soule's latest work appears to continue his affection for high fantasy and the epic music that best accompanies it, while also employing tropes normally reserved for classical music | 260 |
Combining exercise and calorie restriction could be bad for bone health
Reviewed by Kate Anderton, B.Sc. (Editor)Sep 11 2019
A new study published today in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research shows how bones in mammals are negatively impacted by calorie restriction, and particularly by the combination of exercise and calorie restriction. Maya Styner, MD, associate professor of medicine at the UNC School of Medicine, is the senior author on the study.
These findings were somewhat of a surprise for us. Past studies in mice have shown us that exercise paired with a normal calorie diet, and even a high calorie diet, is good for bone health. Now we're learning this isn't true for exercise along with a calorie-restricted diet."
Maya Styner, MD, associate professor of medicine, UNC School of Medicine
Styner's research focuses on the fat in bone marrow of mice. Although fat in the bone is poorly understood, to date it is thought to be harmful to bones of mammals, including humans, because it makes bone weaker. Less fat is usually an indication of better bone health. Styner's past studies have looked at the effects of calorie consumption on bone marrow fat, along with the role exercise plays. She's found that in obesity caused by excess calories, the amount of bone marrow fat is increased. Exercise in both obese and normal weight mice decreased bone marrow fat and improved the density of bones.
The latest study looked at what happens to bone marrow fat and overall bone health when restricting calories. There were four groups of mice in all – a group on a regular diet (RD), a group on a calorie-restricted (CR) diet, a RD group that exercised, and a CR group that exercised. Mice in the CR group ate 30 percent less than what RD mice ate.
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Styner found that mice in the CR group lost weight, but also had an increase in bone marrow fat.
"This was mild caloric restriction, and we found a significant increase of fat in the bone marrow," Styner said. "This group also had a decrease in bone quantity – they had less bone overall due to the cut in calories."
Both CR groups of mice were given supplements of vitamins and minerals to match the amount the RD group received from the extra food they ate. This, Styner says, is an indication that the effect on bone health was from calorie restriction, and not a lack of nutrients.
When exercise was introduced to the CR group, bone marrow fat decreased as it had in previous studies, but the overall quantity and quality of bone decreased as well. Instead of making bones more robust, exercise made bones more fragile when paired with calorie restriction.
"Looking at this from a human perspective, even a lower calorie diet that is very nutritionally sound can have negative effects on bone health, especially paired with exercise," said Styner. "This is important for women to consider because as we age our bone health starts to naturally decline. Your calorie intake and exercise routine can have a great impact on the strength of your bones and your risk for break or fracture."
Styner says her team is now planning to conduct more research to understand the purpose of bone marrow fat and why it is affected by diet and exercise. This study was funded by grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS).
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What is the Cycle of E<|fim_middle|> unequally inclined), the divide gradually recedes towards the side with the gentler slope.
In other words, the river with steeper gradient extends its valley head ward thus causing a shift of the divide against the river with gentle gradient.
Gradually deepening of the valley continues head ward with pronounced dissection of the ridge (divide). Sometimes this head ward migration of one river enables it to reach the river on the other side.
But, as the first river has a steeper gradient than the other one, the course of the second river gets diverted and its water starts draining through the channel of the first river. This process of diversion of a river by the head ward migration of another river is known as River-Capture or River-piracy.
The point where the course of the second river is diverted is known as the Elbow of capture. The captured river is known as Misfit and the deserted part of its channel through which no water flows is termed as the Wind-gap.
Mature Stage
In this stage rivers flow with a graded profile i.e. it attains a profile of equilibrium. The land mass is fully dissected and a well-integrated drainage system is developed. Ridges and valleys develop prominently.
Flood plains develop and river meandering takes place. The topography consists of features such as: hogbacks, cuestas, mesa, butte, meanders, oxbow lakes, natural bridge, flood plains, alluvial fans etc.
Old Stage
In this stage the gradients are gentle and the velocity is low. Accordingly the river lose most of its erosive power and flow in a sluggish manner. In old age a river has maximum meandering. The river at this age does little of erosion and transportation but is mostly engaged in deposition. This stage is characterised by the development of distributaries and the river flows almost at the base level of erosion.
The topography consists of features like peneplains, natural levees, deltas etc.
Most of the cycles of erosion do not reach the final stage, as sometime during their operation either climatic or tectonic disturbances take place, and thus results in an incomplete or partial cycle.
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The concept of cycle of erosion was formulated by William Morris Davis, an American geomorphologist, towards the end of the nineteenth century. It is a concept of an orderly sequence of evolutionary stages of fluvial erosion in which relief of the available landmass declines with time to reach a late stage when the landscape becomes a peneplain .
The cycle of erosion, as envisioned by Davis, has its initial stage at a time when the landmass is rapidly elevated by internal earth forces, followed by a very long period of tectonic quiescence.
Once raised high above sea level as a landmass, streams come into existence and erosion begins to operate on the uplifted mass which is gradually worn down almost to a plain. The landmass may, at some later time, be rejuvenated and the cycle begins again and remnants of the earlier cycle of erosion are preserved at new and higher levels.
In a normal cycle three stages have been recognized as: youth stage, mature stage and old stage. These follow each other in a regular sequence.
Youth Stage
In this stage the river flows along an uneven surface and there is intensive bottom erosion, the gradients are steep and the erosion is rapid. The rapid deepening of the channel leads to the formation of V-shaped valleys.
Thus during the youth stage of a river, the valley form undergoes vigorous development, particularly in depth and head ward growth. Lakes, rapids, waterfalls, steep-sided valleys and gorges are of common occurrence during this stage. Besides, the phenomenon of river-capture or river piracy takes place in this stage. Youthful rivers have an irregular long profile (thalweg) from source to mouth.
River Capture
When one of the two rivers flowing in opposite directions from a single divide, becomes more effective in erosion due to steeper gradient (when the slopes are | 377 |
If you haven't heard me talk about the Roc Solid Foundation yet, they are an organization who does some pretty outstanding things to help bring hope to kids fighting cancer and comfort to their families. I am extremely lucky to have found such a great group to work with and will continue to do whatever they need to help spread the message about this cause…which brings me to this blog and this weekend's coming event, the Night for the Fight.
When we first started the planning process, the only concrete fact we knew was that the event would be held at Chrysler Hall (ahh!!).
We thought "how AWESOME would it be if the kids could put on a play on stage?!" and immediately set plans in motion to work with the Hurrah Players. The play that was decided on was Disney's Peter Pan…a story about a boy who never grew up and who lives a magical life, which is pretty symbolic because children with cancer haven't really had a normal childhood or the chance to just be a kid…i'm hoping the acting experience brings tons of smiles and laughter from these little ones!!
Once the play was decided, all the creative aspects started flowing. The event graphics were designed by Sway Creative Labs with a 'rustic dreamy' feel that meshes perfectly with the storyline of Peter Pan.
We wanted to continue that 'rustic dreamy' feeling throughout the other aspects of the decor, so I came up with this inspiration board that we've used religious<|fim_middle|> this website to get your tickets!! | ly for all design decisions. I personally cannot wait to see what HollyDays Floral Designs final product looks like!! No doubt it will be amazing and you can expect lots of rustic details and sparkling lights!!
The night will include a cocktail hour in the lobby, a short play put on by the kids, a seated dinner by Gourmet Gang Catering, a live auction with some AWESOME items, and music by Ray and the Ultraviolets! There are only a few tickets left, but you still have a chance to get in on the action!! Remember all proceeds go toward this amazing foundation!! Contact me, one of the Roc Solid members, or head to | 134 |
Everyone loves a good drink and I have just the place for you to be.
The Alchemist suited in Londons Liverpool Street is just the place to be to get your hands on some amazing cocktails. I have never been so excited to drink a cocktail until I stepped into the bar,<|fim_middle|> mouth watering dishes, but I wasn't disheartened as the bar made up for it. | the drinks are so fun and exciting…it makes you feel like a kid again.
The menu is filled with signature cocktails and cocktails to share with friends. It gets addictive.. You start with one, then another…you can go on for ages. I must say that the price for drinks are quite reasonable considering the effort that goes into making them. The bar can get very busy which means seats are limited so I'd advice to get there at a decent time. The atmosphere is very vibrant which makes the experience worth while.
So if you are up for having casual drinks with friends, family or colleagues then this is the spot for you.
Just to mention the Alchemist do sell food however I got there past 10 which meant the kitchen was closed so I didn't get to sample any of their | 160 |
Yesterday afternoon I helped Patrick with his multiplication. When I was in third grade, my teacher would give us time each day to work on our multiplication tables. We would start with our 1's and work our way up. That is what I did with Pat. I printed off practice sheets from BlueBonkers. I am also going to help Carrie with her addition. Next for Pat will be reading comprehension, but I am better at Mathematics. I am hoping that improving his math skills will be a good enough start so that he will be better at one subject, and then be able to work on the next?
I'm also one of the creative ones in the family. o.o Mathematics and creative things is what I help out with when it comes to homework. English/Language Arts/Reading? Not a favorite, but I can do it if it is a need.
I wonder how long it would take me to obtain a degree to teach high school mathematics in the state of Texas. I'd need a bachelor's degree.
I have wanted to be a math teacher since senior year, but this year it has felt almost impossible. I would rather have a career in teaching math, though, than being a professional writer or … in general, a celebrity. Math is my hobby.
Otherwise, I would share that syllabus with you.
I found the Impress plugin page :D!!
Sorry for the lag :/. It took me a while. Because I can`t remember things easily :O!
WTF I LOVE YOUR THEME! Facebook ^__^. Im serious. I love it. :D I learned my times table when I was in 1st grade :O! My mom totally prepared me for math. :( And now Im stuck. :O! LOL WANNA DO MY CALCULUS HOMEWORK? 😛 Just kidding. 😀 I would love to have a math degree, if I was good at math these days. :O!
I hope the laptop would be fixed :D! I love to plan things out. Its the best thing ever.
I think it's a good thing you're already thinking so far. I think you just happen to have a clear vision of what you want to do later on.
I don't think a Bachelor's degree is that long. Mine is only three years, four years with honours. For teaching I'd imagine it's about the same. It's so lovely that you want to help people in this way, especially since you love maths. I used to want to be a teacher but that has completely changed.
I don't like maths, probably since I'm not<|fim_middle|> Seriously, it is your opinion and your hobby and I think its pretty interesting. And unique and responsible.
And your new theme. Can I say EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE??
Its so cute! Awesometastic. Whoever created is a genius. I think its super imaginative.
Jeez, I would have loved to hand you over my homework, but its accountancy…plus I need to learn. I had this essay pending on 'The Dishonest Indian: Is School Teaching You The Right Value?' which I only just finished. Before I visited your website.
I think Marina would help you out. She is a nice person, but she has been a little busy these days, so…no guarantees.
Lots of math XD so so much math.
Going to your churches trick-or-treat thing sounds fun. I've done that a few times.
Okay how the hell did you do this facebook layout? It looks soo cool. 😀 I seriously thought i was on facebook lol.
I believe there is a way to switch the accounts, you mostly have to talk to your host about it. | good at it. I find it very interesting, and I wish I was better at it. I love algebra and geometry; calculus was interesting in high school but it just got too difficult.
PS. You chose such an awesome theme LOL. I don't use Facebook but this is nevertheless pretty cool.
Even though I think typing up homework syllabus is something I would never do, I would not laugh. | 81 |
This is a<|fim_middle|>Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of Dare Me Again (Angel Fire Falls #2) by Shelly Alexander to read and review. | second chance at romance book. What sets this book apart from the norm is the circumstances that led Rebel to leave the island of Angel Fire Falls. Aside from being from the wrong side of the tracks, Rebel had to deal with her mother's alcoholism as well. Rebel found sanctuary in the arms of Elliot Remington as well as love. When her mother's situation grew dire, she knew that in order to keep Elliot from drowning in her problems, she would have to leave the island.
Elliot never forgave Rebel for leaving the way she did, and even looked for her for a while. He threw himself into making lots of money in the financial investments arena and never looked back. Until his family called him home to help turn their family's resort around. Chomping at the bit, he's ready to return to San Francisco and his life, but knows he can't until he can repay his family for all that he took from them.
Now that Rebel is back, both Elliot and Rebel must come to terms with their past, this mistakes and their future.
I enjoyed this book and can't wait for the next book in the series.
This is the second book in the series, and I would definitely recommend that you read them in order. That said, this is a really strong story in its own right and could be enjoyed as a standalone – I think you would miss some of the references, but could always go back, if you really want to start here!
This is the ultimate second chance kind of romance, and one with lots of difficult truths that need to be faced, although really nothing to do with the love that still lives in both of them. Both Rebel and Elliot have a long way to travel to clear their conscience and allow themselves a second chance, and Shelly Alexander does an amazing job of leading them to wonderful and believable happily ever after.
The inclusion of dogs and their sensitivities and skills is inspired in this book, and as we hear how Rem (Rebel's dog) moves between Rebel and Elliot and we get to learn why, it tells us all we need to know about these two lost lovers. It also makes the solution to the family dynamics all the sweeter at the end.
We also get to catch up with the rest of the Remington clan that we met in book one and Ben's progress is a pleasure to see, as his relationship with his duck! Add in the donuts and coffee, which left me wishing I were there just for them, and this is a truly lovely read.
For reviews & more info, check out our Dare Me Once post.
Shelly Alexander's first published novel was a 2014 Golden Heart finalist. She is an Amazon #1 bestselling author in numerous categories, including contemporary romance, contemporary women's fiction, and romantic comedy. Shelly grew up traveling the world, earned a bachelor's degree in marketing, and worked in business for twenty-five years. With four older brothers and three sons of her own, she decided to escape her male-dominated world by reading romance novels... and has been hooked ever since. Now, Shelly spends her days writing novels that are sometimes sweet, sometimes sizzling, and always sassy. She lives in the beautiful Southwest with her husband and toy poodle named Mozart.
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Washington: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has forecast continued impressive growth in emerging markets and developing countries led by India and China in 2007, even with global growth slowing mildly to 4.9 percent.
"Notwithstanding the ups and downs of financial markets recently, the global economy is set for another good year in 2007," Simon Johnson, Economic Counselor and Director of Research at the IMF, said at a press conference here.
However, the United States may witness somewhat slower growth, while Europe and Japan would have continued solid growth, he said describing 2006 as "another robust year for the global economy."
"With growth at 5.4 percent, it was the fourth consecutive year of strong global activity. Indeed, we have not seen a four-year span like this since the early 1970s," Johnson said briefing media on IMF's World Economic Outlook (WEO) report.
"You might ask, if the U.S. sneezes, won't the rest of the world catch cold?" he posed and himself responded, "Our bottom line view is that while the U.S. may indeed have sneezed, it appears to be a mild sneeze thus far, and not likely to spread."
While the U.S. economy has slowed, the rest of the<|fim_middle|> at its fastest pace in six years in 2006, and the economy's forward momentum looks solid.
Turning to emerging market and developing countries, Johnson said IMF expects them to continue to grow strongly this year albeit at a somewhat less brisk pace than 2006, drawing continuous support from favorable financial conditions and in many cases from strong commodity prices.
China and India continue to lead the way, he said. India's broad-based expansion gathered momentum in the course of last year, running at around 9 percent, but growth should moderate some in 2007. However, spare capacity in the Indian economy remains very low, and overheating remains a risk, despite monetary policy tightening, Johnson said.
Elsewhere in emerging Asia, the near-term outlook remains very positive, partly reflecting intraregional trade linkages and China's strong economy as well as prudent macroeconomic management, he said.
In China, growth moderated slightly in the second half of 2006 partly reflecting measures to cool fixed asset investment from its recent rapid pace. But nevertheless, the economy is expected to grow by around 10 percent in 2007, and IMF sees risks in China to be on the upside.
"It is unclear whether the Chinese economy will slow consistently in response to efforts to rein in rapid credit growth given the constraints to monetary policy posed by the tightly managed exchange rate," he said.
So, by and large, things look very good. But the challenge is to sustain this remarkable record of strong global growth, Johnson said.
In recent years, the combination of technological progress and increasingly open global trading and financial systems and more resilient macroeconomic policy frameworks have laid the foundation for superlative growth. "This progress is coming under pressure, and I am concerned that not enough is being done to take advantage of the current period of prosperity," Johnson said.
Taking the five-year period of 2003-07 as a whole, the global economy is achieving its fastest pace of sustained growth since the early 1970s, WEO noted.
The overall US economy is holding up well despite the sharp downturn in the housing sector. Investment has slowed somewhat, but consumption remains well supported by a strong labor market and healthy household balance sheets, it said.
Unemployment remains low and -in most parts of the US economy-there are good prospects for sustained job growth. Even more important, the signs elsewhere are very encouraging, the report said.
The euro area is experiencing its fastest growth in six years, Japan's expansion has momentum, and emerging market and developing countries, led by China and India, continue to enjoy remarkable growth, it noted. | world has remained on track. The euro area grew | 10 |
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The Red Sox have dropped three straight heading into tonight's game against the Blue Jays, but they find themselves very much in the AL East mix early in the season. Boston's front office took some criticism this offseason for their moves, but so far, things<|fim_middle|> him back his original three-year, $39MM pact. Dempster, meanwhile, turned down a more lucrative offer from the Brewers and seems to have found a home in Boston where he turned in a 2.93 ERA with 11.5 K/9 and 3.8 BB/9 through seven starts.
Marlins star Giancarlo Stanton has been the subject of trade speculation for months, but manager Mike Redmond still isn't sure when he'll be back in action after his recent hamstring injury, tweets Joe Capozzi of The Palm Beach Post. "We still don't have time frame for him He's still a ways off," said the skipper. | are going well for them as their acquisitions are paying off. Here's more on that and other notes out of the AL and NL East..
Jim Bowden of ESPN.com (Insider sub. req'd) ran down his top ten free agent signings of the winter and the Red Sox make the list twice thanks to Mike Napoli and Ryan Dempster. Napoli's deal was in flux for some time thanks to hip troubles, but his current performance could push Boston to consider giving | 94 |
Host Charity Nebbe speaks with Daniel Finney and Dr. Jimmy Potash.
Daniel Finney has struggled with depression for nearly two decades. In that time, his doctors prescribed the two stalwarts in the depression treatment stable: talk therapy and prescription drugs. When he went through a major depressive episode earlier this year, however, his doctor suggested transcranial magnetic stimulation.
"The type of treatment that I am using was approved in 2013 so it's very new and I was kind of afraid it was hokum. If not hokum, it'd be the kind of thing that would have minimal effects. It wouldn't hurt, but it wouldn't help, and it'd just be an expense to insurance and myself," says Finney.
After a month of doing it five times a week, he found a better disposition than he'd had in ages.
"Now I feel fairly strong. I feel on the<|fim_middle|> your head, almost like holding a blow dryer to someone's head and you get this magnetic wave sent into your brain. You don't even necessarily know anything's happening."
On this edition of Talk of Iowa, Charity Nebbe talks with Dr. Potash and Finney about recent developments in depression science. | verge of, if not--I would never use the word 'cured' because that's not how this disorder works. But I feel on the verge of remission."
The promise of TMS lies in its uniqueness, says Dr. Jimmy Potash, head of psychiatry at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. While there are nearly 25 prescription drugs for depression on the market currently, most of them work in just a handful of ways.
"Part of the problem is that those drugs all seem to operate in fairly similar ways, that is, we think all of them mostly operate through influencing those two neurotransmitters I mentioned earlier--seratonin and norepinephrine," says Potash.
Most of those drugs were created in the 70s and 80s. New developments have been largely regulated to what Potash calls 'me-too' drugs, pills that work in similar ways to previous treatments.
"What we have not had, unfortunately, until very recently, are treatments that seem to work through entirely different avenues, entirely different mechanisms. Part of the reason we're so excited about some of these new treatments like transcranial magnetic stimulation is they seem to be doing something very different than these old drugs."
TMS works by sending magnetic pulses through the skull, targeted at the limbic system, which plays a large hand in controlling mood. This is similar to electroconvulsive therapy, or ECT, in that it focuses on the electrical, instead of the chemical, processes of the brain.
"TMS is, in some ways, a relative of ECT, in that it's trying to do something similar. It's trying to change the electrical patterns in the brain as a way of treating depression. [...] It's much less invasive. ECT is sort of like getting minor surgery. It's a big deal to administer it."
While ECT is one of the most effective treatments for depression, the fact that it necessitates anesthesia creates a major barrier for its use.
"TMS is much more low-key in that you're wide awake, you don't have to be put to sleep. You sort of lie back and something gets put on the side of | 441 |
In addition to widespread suffering and devastation, Hurricane Harvey has brought a plague of floating fire ants to the Houston region.
For the uninitiated, a fire ant resembles a regular ant in roughly the same way a wolf resembles a golden retriever. They're<|fim_middle|> nearly all costs in an extreme flooding situation.
Still, if you are otherwise safe, dry and have easy access to both floating ants and soapy water, "it does make a cool gee-whiz experiment," Hu said. | aggressive, territorial and venomous. Among vulnerable individuals, their stings can be fatal. "Most people hate fire ants without reservation," Florida State University entomologist Walter Tschinkel wrote in a book about the insects in 2006.
The things that look like grains of white rice on the top of the raft are larvae and pupae — future ants, essentially. By bringing them along, the colonies help ensure their survival once they reach high ground.
Some areas around Houston are reportedly seeing dozens, if not hundreds, of these colonies come ashore in the wake of the flooding there.
Researchers have extensively studied this behavior to find out how, exactly, the ants do it. A 2011 paper by David Hu and colleagues at Georgia Tech found that when you drop a clump of fire ants on a surface of water, they will cling to each other and distribute themselves into a pancake-shaped disc.
Here's a sped-up video of roughly 8,000 ants demonstrating this behavior.
The ants can do this because their bodies partially repel water, or, in scientific terms, they are "hydrophobic." When water comes in contact with a fire ant, it beads up into droplets, the same way it does on a car window treated with Rain-X.
From Hu's paper, here's a fire ant demonstrating his hydrophobic properties by carrying around a ball of water on his head.
"An advantage of being hydrophobic is the ability of ants and semiaquatic insects to trap a plastron layer of air around their bodies, without which they would sink," Hu and his colleagues write. In other words if you try to sink an ant, its hydrophobic body will trap an air bubble with it as it submerges.
Here's a photo of a fire ant in Hu's lab, held under water by a thread, with an air bubble attached to its thorax.
These trapped bubbles allow ants at the bottom of their flotillas to survive being partially submerged.
If you somehow succeed in pushing the raft under, the ants will take a massive air bubble down with them, as this video demonstrates.
These properties allow a colony of fire ants to survive on the water for weeks. But that doesn't mean they're invincible. In fact, they have an Achilles' heel: dish soap.
Spray a bit of soapy water on an ant raft and it will break apart and begin sinking almost instantaneously. "As soon as ants become even slightly soapy, they immediately release their grip with each other, which is shown by the disintegration of the raft and its submergence underwater," Hu and his colleagues found.
The soapy water not only makes the ants unable to grab their neighbors, it also prevents the formation of air bubbles around a submerged ant. An experiment conducted in the 1990s found that the application of a mildly soapy solution kills off anywhere from 80 to 90 percent of a floating ant colony within 10 minutes.
Dish soap isn't a large-scale solution for dealing with floating fire ants. "It only spreads so much and it also [has] an effect on helpful organisms like water striders, which eat pests on the water surface," Hu explained in an email.
Spraying an individual floating colony with soapy water also requires getting close to both the water and the ants, which should be avoided at | 696 |
Beating Russell Group elitism
Clare Patterson
Healthy inter-campus jokes have always been a part of student life, from sporting matches to league tables, to comparing courses with friends at home. Dating back to the thirteenth century between Oxford and Cambridge, rivalries are alive and well between Glasgow and Edinburgh, Glasgow and Strathclyde, Glasgow and every other Scottish University. But there comes a point at which rivalry becomes elitism; the disparity between the average social class, family income or school grades of different universities leads not so much to rivalry as to a staunch sense of superiority amongst 'posher' universities. Not only does this keep our outdated class system alive, well, and flourishing, it seriously misunderstands the value and importance of higher education.
University entrance requires achievement of certain grades in school; the higher the grades required, the more 'prestigious' the University. Theoretically, this sounds like a simple, fair enough system, but in practice, school grades rely so much on circumstance and social privilege that they cannot be a true reflection of merit. A student from a middle class family, whose parents have been to university and value higher education, who attend a school with smaller class sizes which emphasises the importance of university, who can afford to pay for travel to open day visits and for private tutors in subjects which pose difficulties, who see the inevitable, enormous debt after<|fim_middle|> interested in should be available to everyone, not just the financially or socially privileged. The university fee cap of £9000 per year - set to increase in coming years – is to most people a large sum of money, and many highly ranked universities charge the maximum they are permitted. Ex-polys and less prestigious universities are often a little cheaper, in the £6-7000 region, and for some students are their best option, often allowing for living at home while studying and amassing less debt from student loans.
Ultimately, there just isn't a real defence to be made for mocking people for learning, for wanting to learn. Education and knowledge are valuable things no matter where or how they're gained, what financial benefits they reap or what subject they're in. So please, no more jokes about Cale.
SQA fails to make the grade
Leaked document show that Russell Group universities are concerned over 'reputational damage'
Is university a rich man's world? | uni as a worthwhile investment is more likely to achieve higher grades – and see university as a viable, often inevitable, option. A student whose parents work long hours on low wages, sees the cost of university as prohibitively expensive, whose parents didn't go to university and cannot help with A Levels or Highers will face many more obstacles on the road to the Russell Group. I'm painting a broad picture here, but people often consider a student at a Russell Group University to be more intelligent and capable than their counterpart at an ex-poly, although the reality is that the playing field is far from level.
I changed schools between GCSEs and A Levels, my new school turning out to be much more middle class, and with more students going to universities higher up in the league tables; on results day I saw some of my new classmates disappointed by rejections from Oxbridge, while my old friends were overjoyed by acceptances from Northumbria. I never actually felt that my new friends were markedly cleverer though, just that they benefited from different circumstances.
People forget that these much sneered-at universities, the ex-polys and new builds, are often very good. Strathclyde often ranks above Glasgow, particularly in subjects like Engineering and Maths, and poet laureate Carol Ann Duffy teaches at Manchester Metropolitan University. These institutions excel in more specialised courses like journalism or fashion, or in vocational ones like nursing. Often the focus on more specialised or practical subjects is demeaned by those in more academic fields but graduates from these programmes are much more likely to find themselves in steady employment; compare a nursing graduate from Caledonian with a Politics graduate from Glasgow; one is more likely to have a stable income straight out of university.
The idea of 'learning for learning's sake' is seen as a very bourgeois, middle class philosophy, but it doesn't have to be, and it shouldn't be. The belief that a university degree is a means to an end, a good investment for a higher salary, or a rung on the career ladder is not an invalid one, but it is by no means the only one. The option to spend time learning deeply about a subject that you love and are deeply | 446 |
Apart from the beauty aspect of dog showing, there are many other dog sports that can be enjoyed by dog owners. Agility, as the name implies, is where the dog and owner show their aptitude to be agile over a set course and within a<|fim_middle|> also compete in teams, these may sometimes be dogs of the same breed but usually they are members of the same Kennel Club licensed society.
Just as the beauty side of the dog world is now international, so is the agility side. With the introduction of the Pet Travel Scheme dogs and handlers from the UK can now travel to international championships and shows.
The number of jumps, tunnels, weaving poles and tables/boxes where the dog has to stay still for a certain time are all dependent on the class level. As a dog cannot be expected to remember the set course it is up to the handler to have learned the course and be able to transmit commands to the dog. The individual clubs usually own equipment but it is possible to purchase the jumps or make your own for more intense training at home.
Many people who exhibit their dogs also attend agility classes for the sport and competition. Even if agility is not for you why not visit an agility competition and watch for yourself the fun involved in another aspect of canine competition? The exuberance and speed, the cheers from the sidelines make competing in agility a great spectator sport. | time limit.
Every year when the Crufts dog show is transmitted on the television, the viewer is able to see the teams of dogs and handlers, from all parts of England competing in Agility competitions. The audience enjoys this sport almost as much as those participating and can often be heard as they cheer and shout their support for their favourite team.
The dog runs a course set out by the agility judge. The handler must not touch the dog or the equipment but controls the dog by voice and signal alone. Classes have different levels of aptitude based on the aptitude of the dog and what classes they have competed in (and points gained) previously.
There may not be as many agility clubs as there are ringcraft or obedience but the Kennel Club holds a list that covers all of the United Kingdom. If you are interested in this sport ask at your local dog training club they may have an agility section or perhaps a member can direct you to a club that trains newcomers.
For information on all clubs registered with the Kennel Club visit their website.
2007 has seen a big change in the structure, grading and classes within agility competitions, after careful discussion with societies and competitors. It is hoped that the new class structure will be easier to follow and supported by current competitors.
There are agility competitions for different sizes of dog as well as different levels from beginners up to championship level. Dogs will always compete against other dogs of a similar size. Dog and handler | 292 |
El Best Western Plus Twin View Inn & Suites se encuentra en el centro de Redding. Venga y disfrute de las mejores atracciónes turísticas cerca de nuestro hotel. Precios bajos garantizados y ofertas exclusivas.
¡Bienvenido a Redding! El Best Western Plus® Twin View Inn and Suites es el hotel perfecto para huéspedes en viaje de placer o de negocios. Estamos a apenas 16 kilómetros de la presa Shasta, la segunda presa más grande de Estados Unidos y el lago más grande de California, el Lago Shasta. El parque de exploración de Turtle Bay, el puente Sundial y el centro de Redding también están cerca. Tanto si sus planes incluyen visitas de negocios como recorridos por las atracciones locales o simplemente relajarse junto a la piscina y la bañera de hidromasaje, nuestro desayuno continental gratuito le proporcionará la forma idónea de comenzar el día. Disfrute haciendo ejercicio en nuestro centro deportivo o utilice nuestro centro de negocios para pulir esos detalles de última hora. Nuestra sala de congresos está disponible para una gran variedad de usos, clases, reuniones y encuentros familiares. Ofrecemos una amplia oferta de alojamiento donde elegir. Reserve una suite familiar con microondas, nevera, piscina de hidromasaje, con una cama de matrimonio extragrande o dos camas de matrimonio grandes. Cada habitación está equipada con nevera, plancha y tabla de planchar, cafetera, secador de pelo, conexión a Internet de alta velocidad gratuita, dos líneas telefónicas, buzón de voz y puerto de datos. Tanto los huéspedes en viaje de negocios como los que se encuentren en viaje de placer podrán disfrutar de las ventajas del programa BEST WESTERN Gold Crown Club, entre las que se incluyen llamadas locales gratuitas, fácil acceso a la autopista, estacionamiento gratuito (también para camiones y caravanas), estacionamiento, conexión a Internet de alta velocidad gratuito, servicio de lavandería, televisión por cable, HBO® y películas de pago por visión. Nuestro cordial personal está disponible las 24 horas para asegurarle su comodidad. Nuestro hotel permanecerá de reformas con el objeto de mejorar la experiencia de los viajeros hasta el 30 de noviembre de 2017. Los trabajos tendrán lugar todos los días de 9:00 a 20:00 horas y se producirán ruidos de perforación. Estas obras afectarán a la entrada principal del vestíbulo, nuestro bar para desayunos, los aseos públicos y algunos cuartos de baño de habitaciones.
"Even though this is a pet friendly hotel, it seems more like"
This hotel is clean with friendly staff. I stayed for business related training. They had a very small conference room which accommodated as nicely since we were a small group. They had hot breakfast with eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, waffles, fruit, cereal, and pastries. Typical for most hotels. Breakfast area was quite small so on days that the hotel was busy it was difficult to find a place to sit to eat. Otherwise the hotel was quite comfortable.
"Good place for overnight stop while travelling"
Stopped here while passing through the area and would not hesitate to do so again. The room was clean, the staff were very friendly, the location was good. The breakfast could have been a wee bit better but was not terrible either.
Our little family of 4 stayed here for one night while traveling through on Spring Break. We had a king suite on the first floor. I was worried about noise from above but it was so very quiet. We all had a wonderful night's sleep after a long day of driving. Breakfast was standard hotel breakfast with hot and cold items. The hotel was full but it was disappointing that the breakfast area seemed too small for the number of guests. It was crowded and difficult to navigate with kids in tow. My husband and I went to breakfast at different times and he gave up eating since it was so crowded. Perhaps getting to breakfast very early or very late would have been better, but not very realistic with typical morning routines of families. As other reviewers have said, it is about a 5 minute drive away from most restaurants . The area felt safe and was close to I-5 on the north end of town.
The rooms were ok. The door knob came off. The fans in the bathroom were very loud and you hear them through the walls. The breakfast was pretty standard for a BW. Parking seems to be a bit tight especially for late arrival.
We enjoyed staying at the Twin View Best Western for the first time. We come to Redding, CA a couple of times a year. This facility was clean, quiet, and has very friendly staff. We will come back again.
We were at Redding, CA from March 15 through March 18, to attend a wedding. With so many Travel Advisor positive reviews, we decided to stay at the Best Western Plus Twin View Inn--yes, we're quite happy that Travel Advisor's reviews were accurate. Our choice turned out to be a pleasant one. The hotel is located on the northern side of Redding, right off Hwy 5--actually on the outskirts of town.Since it's not in Redding proper you'll be driving to places to eat--maybe 5 minutes away. The hotel itself is clean, easy to get to, and the staff super friendly. Our room was ample, extremely clean, and well-maintained. A breakfast is included in the daily rate. Because it's a bit from town, you won't be able to go for an evening stroll; it's situated, more or less, in an industrialized/commercialized part of town. The hotel area, nonetheless, is safe. There are other hotels in the immediate area. As usually, guests often forget items upon check out. We were no exception. On the day of our check-out, we were about two hours away from Redding when the hotel contacted us. The hotel rep informed us that we had forgotten a pair of pliers (I bought them for .98 to fix a suitcase zipper) and some of the wife's makeup things. We informed the rep that we didn't need them and to dispose of the items. We were thoroughly impressed with the staff's thoughtfulness and honesty. Yes, upon our return to Redding we will definitely stay at the Best Western Plus Twin View Inn.
We enjoyed our overnight stay at this very clean and welcoming hotel while visiting for business.. Breakfast was good and plentiful. Everyone was friendly and helpful. I will stay here again when in Redding.
The staff if very friendly. When I told them I was there to visit a brother who lost his house to the fire last summer, they were very sympathetic, and even asked if he wanted to join me for breakfast. The rooms are clean and well maintained. Nothing fancy, but a nice place to stay. The breakfast is the usual for Best Western, with some hot dishes, including eggs, bacon and waffles. Hearty and tasty. The hotel is one of two Best Westerns in Redding, and this one is at the north end of town right off the freeway. Very easy to get to. Good rates and easy parking. I would stay there again.
"Well-priced for a very nice stay."
I think this hotel is priced to attract people who appreciate the price tag. It's a good hotel in a quiet setting, but very near the freeway. Staff is quite wonderful. For people looking for a moderately priced option without sacrificing quality and comfort, this hotel is a winner.
The hotel is very nice, new, clean and well managed. The staff was friendly and efficient. The room was very nice, the bed comfortable and I will definitely revisit on my next trip through the Redding area. The hotel is literally a stones throw from US-5 but very quiet inside. We had a great stay.
The hotel was very clean. The staff that was there a year ago were all still there. This tells me they like there job. Breakfast was great and made it easy to get started in morning. The only issue I had was the room lacked a easy outlet to plug in your phone.
We appreciate your kind words! Thank you for taking the time to give us a great review. We are constantly working to make our guests stay better and your review allows us to continue doing so. Hope you will stay with us again in your future travels. Thank you again !
When my 37 people group came back from the Even at 10 P.M., they refilled hot water for us again and again and gave me home made cookies and more bananas. The breakfast is multiple kinds. They changed the towels everyday.
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are happy to hear that we were able to accommodate everyone in your group and that you were able to enjoy breakfast while staying with us. Thank you for choosing the Best Western Plus Twin View Inn & Suites. We look forward to your future stays with us.
Several family members stayed at the Redding Best Western Plus to attend a memorial service in the area. The hotel was just perfect...the accessible room had plenty of room for my mother's wheelchair and my husband's room nearby was upgraded to a suite which was perfect for the family gathering room. Front desk service was exceptional, the breakfast worker was friendly and worked non-stop and the room cleaning service workers were quiet and efficient. Couldn't ask for anything more except not having to be there for my brother's memorial in the first place.
Thank you for taking the time to give us your valuable feedback. We strive to deliver the highest standards of customer service to all of our guests and we are very happy to hear that you were able to enjoy our accessible and suites guest rooms. It was a pleasure providing excellent service and accommodations and we look forward to your future stay with us. Thank you for choosing the Best Western Twin View Inn & Suites.
Great hotel staff, always friendly and helpful, always enjoyed the breakfast when I had time for it. Even when I would show up early with no reservation, they always helped to get a room for me. Really enjoy staying here!
Wonderful check in and check out experience, Emily and Sam were professional, informative and helpful in every way. Breakfast was fantastic, Barbara was expedient in having the food hot, everything always available, constantly cleaning up and helping guests. the hotel was clean, WiFi available and fast, easy access from freeway and quiet, especially with the amount of guests at the hotel. Would highly recommend and will stay here again on my next trip.
"Best Western Plus Twin View Inn"
Had a really positive stay at this hotel. Exceptional staff. Went over and above in their assistance, kindness, etc. Especially "D". Room very clean and bed very comfortable. Breakfast was outstanding! And the staff kept the hotel very quiet. Will certainly stay there again when in town.
The hotel staff, facilities, breakfast, and the room were all very nice for the price I paid. I appreciated the brightly lit parking lots, as I arrived at night. They are also a great security feature to keep vehicles safe. The bed was a bit stiff, and seemed like it had been there for quite awhile. This was my only "complaint" however.
"Worthy of the cost "
We have stayed here in the past and we have always been pleased and this time was no different. The staff was helpful at check in and through our stay. The room was nice and we had no issues. And the best part was is the price !! It was only $98 per night. The Twin View lives up to the Best Western Plus name and is a nice hotel for the price. I have stayed there at least a half a dozen times as we are passing through on family vacations s have never been disappointed. Anytime in the past that we ever had any issues the staff was very friendly and quick to make things right even if it was moving us to an upgraded room.
"Last minute arrangements were handled well"
Comfortable and clean. At first I thought I was going to be walking outdoors a lot ferrying luggage from the car to the room, but after consulting their map, I realized that lots of entrances made it convenient to access the car once a room "key" was acquired.
We stayed one night in 2016 and it was great. The manager De was funny and accommodating. Made us feel at home. Breakfast was well put together. Well, we stayed here again in January 2019 and De was still there! Just as nice as ever. You will have some minor road noise if you have a room on that side, but even with that, this Best Western was the nicest place on our 8 night trip to AZ and back.
"Friendly staff and SUPER clean rooms"
This location was A++ on customer service and cleanliness . Breakfast was great!! Had everything you needed to feel full and food was hot and great . Staff made sure to have fresh cookies all times in the lobby for guest members.
"Not as impressive as compared to most Best Western Plus hotels!"
Located in an industrial area with lots of outside noises during the night. Hotel is very outdated with narrow and tight hallways. No eating areas close to hotel so you must drive out for supper to find a place to eat.
"A cozy place to stay"
This is a Nice hotel by the highway interstate I5. They have very good staff service. Nice hot breakfast in the morning, fast check in/check out service. Has lots of food resto that delivers to hotel. Ampoule parking and safe.
"A comfortable stay, friendly staff"
A very comfortable stay at Best Western. The hotel's decor is a bit dated but hotel is very clean, combined with helpful, friendly staff - a wonderful experience! The bed was very comfortable. We stay at Best Western whenever we can. Thank you!
Normally we stay at the Best Western Hilltop, but they have gone up in price. This is a good place with nice rooms. Their breakfast was very good, especially because we were leaving first thing in the morning. It is also very dog friendly. Will stay there again. Their staff was very nice.
Our family used the BW off of Twin View Blvd in Redding, CA. The staff at the desk, laundry department and housekeepers were kind and responsive with our needs. They need to replace the mattresses because they are worn out, however, overall- the services was positive and the rooms were clean along with the bathroom. Thank you! Keep up the good work!
The Best Western Plus Twin View Inn continues to be a perfect place to stay when I am traveling from Modoc County down to the Bay Area. It's nice to be greeted by a friendly, helpful staff to start off my stay.
"Just as good, 6 years later"
I stayed here in 2012, and enjoyed the stay. 6 years later this remains a great BW. Check-in was fast, the check-out was faster. The room was huge, the breakfast was tasty. Easy access from the freeway on the northside of town.
We stayed here for one night. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. We stayed in the last room available on the first floor - next to the I5 freeway. It was quite (unexpected). When we arrived, the room was already cool - very nice for hot weather. Staff recommended several restaurants, and we tried one that was very good (and 80 years old). Breakfast was typical for this style facility.
There are a number of outstanding things about this BW. First the location is so very convenient from the Interstate. Second the front desk staff by Ms. Sam is as always the best possible service including fresh baked chocolate chip cookies. The breakfast was very complete, well prepared and maintained by helpful professional. Finally if you have a pet, this is like a pet hotel too. Special pet rooms for a minimal extra fee. This BW with ample parking is definitely a gem of a hotel.
"A very nice Best Western on the I-5 heading to Oregon"
A very nice Best Western on the I-5 heading to Oregon. Just make sure this Best Western is the one further north, and not the first one that you see heading north into Redding. We stayed in a pet friendly room, which was very nice. Clean laminate floors to protect against any accidents from your pet, and no prior pet smells. Room has DTV, free internet, microwave, and frig. The breakfast was good with a couple of hot items.
"Good place to stay near Redding"
The room was very clean and comfortable. It had the things I appreciate, including a microwave, mini fridge, full length mirror, and a window that opens. The hotel was full, yet quiet. Breakfast included halal and vegan options.
Best Western used to mean something, not the case here. When we walked into our room it was dark , we flipped on the light and were taken back by the overall poor condition. The bed looked like the mattress had been picked up off the street and was terribly uncomfortable. The floor was a mix of tile and fake wood with a t-mold that if you didn't pick your toes up you would be tripping. And the fake wood floor was mushy and also coming up. The property is situated between I-5 and a major road for gravel hauler dump trucks so if you like listening to that traffic all night this place is for you. Very noisy place, it sounded like maintenance was doing work with a ladder at 3am. A positive is it is pet friendly and the lady at the front desk was very nice. Will not be staying here again.
Here on solo pleasure trip. Been here 3 nights. Sam the awesome afternoon front desk lady is great! Very pleasant and accommodating. Average breakfast but gets me going. One choice for meat. Eggs. Fruit and make your own waffles. Juice and coffee. Little bit of road noise but turned on bath fan and just fine. Nice king suite with frig and micro. Suite was clean. Very friendly staff.
The service especially the front desk and room were very nice so we would definitely stay there again, beds are comfortable and there is a deli about a block from the hotel that the sandwiches and the salads are delicious!
"Rest stop traveling north from So Cal to Oregon"
Convenient place to stopover on the way to Oregon. Room was clean, staff friendly, plenty of parking. Very supportive town as the Carr fire has been burning for a month. Thank you placards posted on every overpass in town. Great little deli (Dill's Deli & BBQ) around the corner. Great sandwiches & ribs!
"Exceptional service, clean hotel, nice breakfast"
This Best Western was a welcome, needed rest after a very long day and stressful day. The cookies at check in were the start of our being able to unwind. Relaxing in the hot tub was exactly what we needed. The comfortable beds gave us the rest we needed. And the breakfast got us fueled up to hit the road again. Would definitely recommend this location.
This was 2nd time staying at this Best Western since 2014. Will always put it on top of our list when ever in Redding, CA. The entire experience was A+, from quality of room, clean crew techs, check in & out, Breakfast Service & quality of food. Perfect location right off I-5.
This hotel is easy on/easy off and ideal if you are on a drive north and want to rest on the north side of Redding. After getting through the local traffic of Redding (really not too bad--there are lots of exits and it's a real Interstate highway so it keeps moving), you can rest up for a drive to Shasta Dam, Shasta Caverns or Mt. Shasta. So, good location. Very friendly staff who help you make a reservation with welcome and style. They answer guest questions from out of towners and look things up. They describe the amenities, especially breakfast, and give informed directions on where to park. The free Breakfast is generous and well-attended. The server kept replenishing supplies of eggs and toast. Swimming pool and hot tub were clean and you can ask for a pool towel at the front desk. All in all it is a well-maintained property that is run with pride. Makes me even more loyal to the Best Western brand.
I like that this is right off the freeway and the staff are very friendly upon check-in and when checking out. I have stayed here twice. If you are a rewards member, you get a nice gift when checking in - two bottles of water, a bag of chips and granola bars. Nice selection of foods for breakfast including healthy options. The floorplan of the hotel is a little strange and the elevator is in a back wing. Sometimes you have to walk a distance to get to your room, especially if you are on the second floor.
"I love to stay @ Best Western, esp the one on Twin View Blvd in Redding, CA"
Great place. Nice and clean. Customer service was excellent. Delicious breakfast and choc chip cookies. Located right on our way. Easy acess to property, Free parking, newspaper, breakfast, inter7net, fitness center, pool, spa, business center and nice lobby. My pets were welcome to stay with me. Enjoyed the cable tv.
D' checked us in and out and she is most happy, friendly, and most helpful. She made our stay feel very welcome. The Room, Breakfast, and everything was very good. The location was right close to the Hwy 5 which made it easy to get to but was also very quiet. We would stay here again if we are in the area.
This Best Western was great. When I was waiting to check in there was a family that had got their room through Priceline. They needed 2 beds but Priceline had only got them 1 bed. The staff was understanding and went out of their way to help them. The staff had way more patience than I would have. Also my wife was happy with the hotel. She commented that the beds were the most comfortable she has slept on in a hotel.
Maybe I was spoiled by the amazing Best Western we had stayed in in Chester the night before, but this one just seemed kind of worn. The halls were a confusing maze and our room and bathroom seemed very tiny. It was clean and quiet though which is the most important thing.
Accommodating, friendly, super helpful staff. Room was wood floors for the dog and bed very comfortable. I felt super welcome with my pet. Bathroom even had a tub, and refrigerator and coffee maker much appreciated. Staff pointed me in the direction of several fantastic walking parks super close to the hotel. Hotel even has small swimming pool and spa. Breakfast hearty and fresh...nice lobby area too. Definitely recommend.
"Great night in Redding . . ."
Arrived late after an unexpected delay on a road trip, no time for even reservations. Located just off freeway, a good start! Arrived and was well helped by a young man and young lady who were "fun" to check-in with, all things considered. Quick, efficient, personable, just what was needed. The amenities were great as well; large, comfy room and really comfortable bed, and quiet even though off main lobby! Was able to sleep in and catch up on late night road drain. Would definitely recommend for future visits.
Oh the joys of trying to use your smart phone driving through the mountains, trying to book a hotel last minute. We finally were able to keep service long enough to get started on our reservation here and it worked well. Just a stop over on the road South, after the obligatory In and Out Burger. We were concerned initially about freeway noise, but we didn't notice much, more noise from the surface streets, but nothing out of the ordinary. Room was nicely appointed, with all the usual items. Wife was momentarily confused because the sink is not in the bathroom and some of the supplies were by the sink, some by the tub. Easily cured. The hotel has a different layout so there is a maze feeling to finding one's room. Signage is good so no real issue other than self inflicted anxiety. There is a pool and exercise area, both of which we avoided as they looked healthy. We did do the breakfast, right at the end of the session. Some clean up issues, but the crowd had been constant and the lady was working as fast as she could. Television was set to national network rather than cable news, which is always a test for me. The only noteworthy issue was the faucet on the sink. If you brush your teeth, then bend down and rinse from the faucet rather than using a cup, and most of us really do it that way, even though our mothers would be appalled, you are risking injury. The handle, a very stylish one, is not wide and rounded, but rather is pencil thin and long. If you aren't careful you could impale your eyeball as you bent over to spit. Be forewarned. The rest is all good, particularly the staff. Nice folks.
We stayed one night this time but I have stayed before. I found everything clean and the beds are comfortable. Breakfast is typical for a hotel, scrambled eggs/bacon/sausage, make your own waffles, etc. I would recommend highly.
Stayed here for one night and found it convenient to explore Whiskeytown National Recreational Area. Although few miles away from downtown and main shopping area but it was not an issue for us. Staff was super courteous and friendly, rooms were good size and clean and breakfast was decent.
Very good hotel. Friendly caring stall, clean and spacious room. The room was an ADA room and we had no problems. Plenty of room to get around the room in a wheelchair. The only drawbacks were low water pressure in the shower and the room was at the end of a moderately long Hallway from the elevator. Good food for breakfast.
I was pleased with the location, very friendly staff, amenities were fair, at times it can be a little loud from the traffic perspective, but over all quiet enough. The air conditioning in the room could get a little cooler but 61? is not bad.
This Hotel has been updated just under a year ago!! What a difference!! It is beautiful,clean and quiet!! The hot breakfast is the BEST we have ever had in a hotel!! Food that is suppose to be hot, is HOT! Go figure!! Wonderful selections and LOTS of food!! I can't say enough about it!!
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"Nice room, thin walls needs an update"
This BW is right off the 5 in Redding. Its physical plant is below average, with thin walls, single pane windows & in need of a remodel in light of the location. The towels are small, beds are well worn. They do have a pleasant and can-do staff at the desk and at breakfast-and they were understaffed & overwhelmed by a hungry crowd in for a car show. Place was clean & stunk of disinfectant all around. HQ needs to standardize its approach if they want people to stick with the rewards program.
Very nice hotel, on the north end of town in a quiet area. We used the hotel as a hub for day trips in the area. The room was quiet and comfortable. Fresh cookies every evening! The staff was friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
"Overnight in route to Sedona"
Really enjoyed our stay hear. Right off I-5 so easy to find but quiet with no road noise. Clean, comfortable and extremely helpful, courteous staff. Quick check in, hot chocolate chip cookies, and accommodating. We are traveling with a diabetic dog and needed freezer space for our cooler cold packs. They allowed us to store in hotel freezer overnight. Breakfast was a great selection of hot items, breads, and the attendant was very quick to keep stocked and clearing tables. Check out was easy and the front desk clerk was attentive even though it was apparently a hectic morning! Would definitely stay here again if passing thru Redding. The management and staff here could set the bar for the Best Western brand.??
For starters, the staff was extremely pleasant and helpful. The full breakfast was quite nice. Room was clean and quite well appointed. They're located conveniently off I-5. For this type of property, the price/performance was excellent.
The hotel was very clean, the bath tub even shined! All staff members were very helpful and professional. We arrived late, in the rain, and tired - but the staff was very cheerful and welcoming. The added breakfast is definitely a plus- good variety of food and well prepared.
After driving 650 miles we were more than ready to stretch out in a comfy room. We checked in, went up to the room and immediately went back to the desk. For a non-smoking room, it reeked of cigarettes. The front desk gal offered another room but we did not care to walk thru the maze trying to find another room that might be as bad. She did nothing to try and maintain our business. (go stay at The Fairfield Inn a block away! Less expensive, clean, super quiet and beautiful). We have been long time BW rewards member and have had acceptable stays in the past in various cities.The chain seems to be declining as we encountered deplorable conditions back east as well.
We stayed on our way through California on Spring Break and the hotel was clean, the room was clean, the dining area was clean. We checked in around 8pm and were warmly greeted by the front desk clerk. We had booked ahead of time so it was very quick. I highly recommend getting the Best Western App and finding the best prices for your needs.
Located right off the freeway, but quiet. Nice reception area and pleasent attentent. Room and bed very comfortable. Warm Cookies were a nice treat. Looking forward to the complete breastfast. So nice to have a place we can enjoy with both our cat and dog.
My family and I had a very positive experience at the Best Western Plus Twin View Inn & Suites. The employees were all very nice and helpful, from the lady at the front desk to the people working in the dining room. When we arrived, they offered us free chocolate chip cookies hot out of the oven! Our bedroom was clean and well-stocked with everything we needed. The beds were comfortable and we all got a good night's sleep. In the morning, I worked out in the fitness center and it was clean with plenty of aerobic-exercise equipment and weights, and a TV. There were a lot of different types of breakfast foods available in the dining room. We picked up a free copy of USA Today in the front lobby. We highly recommend this hotel.
"great value. great breakfast ."
I have stayed at this motel several times and I have never been disappointed. They are a 10 in every category. All the staff are very helpful, it's clean, food good, rooms comfortable and quiet. I always look forward to staying with them when I'm in the area. They are right off the freeway and close to down town. They will even send a to go breakfast with you if you have to hurry.
"Theft of $ 4,000 + in parking, no compensation"
I had my daughter's laptop and all her clothes, shoe's, text books, jackets, $4,000 + it was everything from her dorm, this was witnessed by night auditor, I wasn't offered compensation for my one night stay.
Nice clean room, comfy bed, good sleep in fact we over slept a bit!! Great breakfast bar, well supplied the breakfast room ladies were on their game!! Cookies at the front desk when we checked in at dinner time were a welcome snack!!
This was our third visit in a year. Great stop on the North South trek. The staff have been incredibly helpful and look foreword to dealing with them again in the not too distant future. The amenities were very good as expected.
We stayed at the Twin View Inn in Redding, CA on our trip to Phoenix. The hotel is your typical Best Western, reasonably well kept, the room was clean and all amenity's worked as they should. The internet seemed to work well and breakfast was offered on time and well prepared. I would not hesitate to stay at the Twin View Inn & Suites again.
"Not the usual visit this time"
I have stayed at this motel a number of times in the past few years. About a year ago, I adopted a dog and he can now join me on the trip. I called to make the reservation (rather than online) to be certain that I had a dog friendly room. The individual I spoke with was most helpful and reservation was quickly completed. The day of trip, we checked in (friends and I had two rooms reserved). Check-in was quite easy. Male counter person was friendly and helpful. Room was the same room that I had in the past and was quite satisfactory. Exit door to outside was just around the corner. To our surprise, however, was the fact that the motel was under contruction/rehab and the breakfast room was greatly effected. There were very few tables and had to be shared as needed. However, all worked out well and had nice visits with people I would have never met. The evening of this stay, my travel companions and I went out to dinner. As I wanted to be certain that my dog would do okay, in my absence, I had given him his vet prescribed tranquilizer hours before leaving so that it would work. Toby was quite sedate upon leaving the motel and was still quiet when I returned to my room. However, to my surprise when I arrived home I found a message from the male who checked us in, telling me that my dog had been barking for a 1/2 hour and to do something about it. I truly had to listen to his message several times, as he has a thick accent and I was not certain what the purpose of the call was at the beginning. I am a responsible dog parent and try my best to be sure my dog is comfortable and certainly not disruptive. Will address whatever issue maybe for future travels. Generally, warm cookies are available about 6:30 p.m. When we returned from dinner, a friend asked about the cookies and he stated that he had burnt the second batch so none available. In the past, too, we have received a BW members welcome bag (with water and a snack), but not this time. As far as the breakfast, it was satisfactory. Food that was to be hot was and food to be cold was. Nice variety. The employee restocking, etc. was somewhat in the way. There was very little room as so much of the dining area was closed off and she stood close by the entire time. I always leave the employee a tip, when I finish my breakfast. In the past, I have gone looking for the person, but in this case she was there waiting for her tip. All and all, I have generally had a very good stay each and every time I have been at this BW. Hopefully, the next visit may be a little smoother.
"An average road trip hotel"
This is a hotel we stayed on an unplanned stop needed on a roadtrip from Oregon to Southern California. Is an average hotel on the road with breakfast and normal rooms. It was the only hotel available in Redding that night so we had no choice.
"Good stop over place, if you have dogs"
Room was fine. They gave us one right by the door so we could go out with the dog quickly. Was quiet. Breakfast was good. Front desk was on the phone with another customer for a really long time, so it took forever to get checked in. Good stop to stop over on a long drive with dogs.
Good value for the money. Very clean. Nice to have the option of having a small pet. Pool and spa was in good order. No trash on the grounds. Nice to have something right off the freeway. Breakfast was so tasty and had a good selection.
We have always stayed in Best Western Hotels, recognizing that BW Plus, and BW Premier are more upscale than just BW. We have always trusted the ratings, but this BW Plus hotel is seriously over-rated. It was shabby; floors were peeling, wall-paper was torn and the rooms (104) and (102) had huge cobwebs hanging from the ceiling and smelled bad. The furniture was stained, scratched, and mismatched. To be fair, we were informed that it was under renovations, but there was no sign of this in our view. This hotel offered no better value for its cost of accommodation than a low-budget hotel that doesn't pretend to be anything else. Avoid this one in Redding, Ca. and stay at the OTHER BW PLUS in Redding.
"Pretty good for one night"
This hotel was not bad. We just stayed one night on our way back to California from Washington. There was some construction going on, which was a little annoying, but really didn't bother us. It was clean and even though it is right by the freeway, you really couldn't hear it.
All staff from front desk to those that were helping in breakfast area were very attentive. The food was good to get one going in the mourning. The Bed was comfortable. The remodeled room was clean and tidy. Food and restaurants were very close to the area surrounding the motel.
The staff were very friendly and efficient on check in and check out. They were very knowledgeable about where to go for dinner or to have it delivered. The room was very comfortable. It was an enjoyable stay.
We were very happy with the friendly and helpful staff. The room was comfortable and my wife's disability was considered as to our room placement. We would recommend this place to our friends. The only slight disappointment was we couldn't get as late a checkout as we have at other Best Westerns.
I was very impressed by how nice all the staff members were at this hotel. I was staying for a wedding and it was very close to the venue and all other services needed, gas, food, etc. The breakfast was nice and provided several different types of food that most people would like. The rooms were clean and orderly when we arrived. I would come back to this hotel if I ever had an event in the city again.
Perfect location for those visiting Bethel Church! Walking distance from the Twin View annex location for the church. Nice size rooms, good parking. Great prices! Friendly staff. I stay there every year.
"Nice place to stay with great recommendation for dinner."
This hotel was very comfortable, the staff was very accommodating. The lady at the front desk recommended a great Italian Restaurant (Nello's) and even gave us a map to get there. The food was wonderful, hard to believe there is a restaurant like that in Redding, CA.
"Motel 6 is the same as this horrible best western.. Worst I have ever been in."
Got a 2 queen room and it was so small! Odor in room. Needs to be renavated. Horrable location not by anything. Pool was dinky and waffle machine was out of order no syrup either. The worst best western I have ever stayed at. Check inn took 15 mins with no line staff said she was tired cause of a crazy night the night before.
Black Mold in bathroom, tub and shower trickle only. Less than a water fountain! The bed was quite comfortable, had to shower in coworkers room at hotel down the road. Front desk not manned at night. Ring, no answer to phone either.
"Rest after a long day"
Professional staff, clean facility and room. The bed was very comfortable. Wi-Fi was good...Quiet Air conditioner. Shower was real nice and clean. Room was laid out for maximum efficient use of space.
Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel on Trip Advisor and give us feedback regarding your most recent stay. Our staff and management work hard to deliver the highest standards of customer service to all our guests and I am happy to read that you were provided with excellent customer service during your stay and that you were able to enjoy some of our hotel accommodations such as our breakfast. We look forward to your future stays with us!
"Free breakfast with eggs and bacon"
For a 3 star hotel you can't expect much and there were many negatives either. The free breakfast that includes eggs, bacon and fresh waffles is the highlight of this hotel. My room had a bad odor but I didn't notice it any longer after I fell asleep.
"Armoe troef/ pour and terrible."
Very dated hotel and does not meet the standard "BW Plus" category! . The room as it had a very musty smel. The airco was zo dusty we couldn't use it. The front desk man was very friendly. Its time to UPDATE!
Quiet and convenient location, close to interstate and arterials but without the noise. Well-kept property, pleasant and attentive staff. Comfortable room, clean and well-appointed. Breakfast looked popular--too crowded for my schedule!
Thank you for taking the time to review our property. We take our guest comments very seriously and always strive to provide comfortable and friendly accommodations. We are pleased that you were able to recognize the efforts that our team make to deliver a good experience for every guest. The team are the heart and soul of our of hotel so it's very gratifying to see that they were able to demonstrate great hospitality. We look forward to your future stays with us!
Stayed 2 nights. Cannot fault D for her welcome. Room ok. Breakfast ok. Didn't have coffee or cups replaced for second night so had to ask at reception.. Not what we were expecting in respect of service. Cookies in the afternoon on reception desk were a nice touch. Had to drive for attractions. Should have checked this beforehand. Bed very soft - some may like that but we had trouble sleeping.
"Good place to stop and rest"
It's in a fairly quiet area of town, right off freeway, but close enough to get to many restaurants, gas stations, etc. It looks fairly new and ALL rooms are non-smoking. Clean and comfortable and good selection of breakfast foods.
Thank you for taking the time to give us your valuable feedback. We strive to deliver the highest standards of customer service to all of our guests and we are very happy to hear that not only did you enjoy our hotel, but some of our local restaurants as well and we look forward to your future stay with us. Thank you for choosing the Best Western Plus Twin View Inn & Suites.
"THE ONLY PLACE FOR A PEACE FILLED STAY"
Can't beat the value and the staff - every member of the staff went out of her way to interact and make sure we had everything we needed...a nice personal touch to our stay. One of the nicer Best Westerns we've stayed at, and we have stayed a quite a few. Very pleased overall. Nice facility, more current than many we have stayed at in Northern California. We will definitely stay here again any time we are headed through the area. .
Thank you so much! Loyal guests like you that keep coming back is what makes our business so successful. We do everything we can to make sure all of our guests have everything they need during their stay with us. Tell all of your friends and family about us, and we can make loyal guests out of them too! We would love to give them the same great experience we have given you. Thanks so much for reviewing our property, and we look forward to seeing you again next time.
"Best give this one a pass"
I honestly cannot recommend this hotel; upon check-in, the desk clerk informed me that she is a trainee, and not allowed to talk to guests - the night manager was involved in a lengthy discussion with someone in an adjoining room, and apparently not monitoring the front desk. I waited approximately four (4) minutes, and then started toward the area where the conversation was taking place the night manager finally noticed me and moved to the front desk. After check-in, I was really disappointed in the room - it was very small and in ill repair; the paint was chipped and scratched, the parquet floor in front of the vanity was peeling up (serious tripping hazard), the bedside lamp and electrical outlet was inoperative, the upright lamp stand was comically bent, the bathroom fixtures were dirty, and the room smelled stale. I have been a diamond-level member of Best Western for several years, and this was definitely not what I have come to expect. I definitely will not be returning to this particular establishment!
There is absolutely no way this hotel should have the "plus" designation. The room was fairly shabby and the breakfast was very standard. I would never stay here again since there are plenty of other hotels to choose from.
We appreciate your feedback, and hope you will choose to stay with us again next time you are in the area. We would love another opportunity to WOW you, and show you just how great we really are.
We had a very pleasant experience at this hotel. All staff were extremely friendly and professional. Our room was clean and comfortable. Bed was great, towels were large, amenities were very nice. The breakfast included many items including eggs, bacon, sausage. We would definitely stay here again if our travels take us to Redding.
"Stay during Shasta Lake caverns"
Good place to stay while visiting sites near by. Rooms and hotel is clean. Somewhat old. But being maintained. AC was excellent during heatwave ~112 deg weather. The carpet is old but clean. The rooms are small but good for a family of 4. The beds are not as comfortable as the ones found in Hyatt or higher star rating hotels. But sufficient. Overall good stay.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review and tell us about your experience at the Best Western PLUS Twin View Inn & Suites Redding. I apologize that you did not have a positive experience with our guest room. We will look into correcting the items mentioned. Your feedback is very valuable to us to enhance the future stays of all our guest and we appreciate you letting us know where we may need to make some improvements.
Had driven up the Central Valley in heat and smoke from forest fires. Redding was 110+. You bet we were glad to get into the BW, where the room was cooled, there was a small pool, and the room was well lit for reading. Also the refrigerator was about 2-3 feet tall, not the tiny one-shelf one in some BW Plus properties. The staff was very welcoming and there were cookies out on the desk when we checked in. Breakfast good quality and well maintained.
I come back all the time because of the friendly engaging professional customer service from all employees I encounter at this hotel. Clean, good internet, acceptable breakfast, complementary paper, windows that can open for fresh air, clean tv remotes and hair dryer.
"Good location on very short notice"
Clean and comfortable, always enjoy the complimentary breakfast at BW hotels. Nice to have the AC on in room upon entering since Redding gets so hot in Summer (over 100 that day). Staff were cheerful, friendly and answered all our questions. Quick check-in/check-out. Would stay again if need arises.
Easy access off the freeway, the accommodations were above average. Very comfortable bed, great pillows, nice decor. Hotel staff was very friendly and helpful and they had a nice full breakfast. The area in which the hotel is located is what I would call light industrial, but I was only passing through for the night.
Stayed overnight on the way to Southern California. It was a good stopover location. Beds were extremely comfortable. Breakfast OK - the normal hotel food, but hot choices were available. Staff very friendly and efficient.
The hotel was easy to see from hi-way and we pulled right in from off ramp. We were tired from the drive and the check in was fast. The room was quiet next to H-iway, we fell a sleep right away. There was a lot of space for us to spread out in room. The remote for TV had easy to understand instruction. We had no problems hooking up with internet. The water park was just down road for grandkids.
"Staff was great. Room wasn't that good"
The staff greeted us nicely and treated us with the "Best Western Rewards" positive attitude. All staff was very friendly. Where this Best Western falls short was in the guest room. The shower curtain was tattered and torn. The safety bar in the shower was missing. No carpeting in the room which made the room "feel cold and unwelcome". Other rooms appeared to have carpeting.
This is an excellent facility. All the staff are very courteous and helpful. The beds are great, rooms clean and bright. The best night sleep I had on my entire vacation. Even though it looks old, it is very well maintained. Good price for a great hotel.
The check in was special being appreciated as a platinum member. Breakfast was very good. The room showed wear and mold in the bathroom. The bed was comfortable. The location was just out of town thus not the rat race of downtown.
This was a stay over stop during our trip through the area. All staff we interacted with were more than pleasant and happy to help us out! This is defiantly a place we would recommend and or stay again if in the area!!
"Friendly Service, Clean, Great Location"
Staff was wonderful, they went the extra mile. Courteous and Friendly. Room and facility very clean. Location was very central and easy to access. Quiet location. The only downfall was that the pool wasn't very big. Quite small actually and pretty shallow. Hot tub was nice.
Thank you for taking the time to review our property. We take our guest comments very seriously and always strive to provide comfortable and friendly accommodations. We are pleased that you were able to recognize the efforts that our team make to deliver a good experience for every guest. The team are the heart and soul of our of hotel so it's very gratifying to see that they were able to demonstrate great hospitality. We look forward to your future stays with us.
Hotel is easy for on/off the 5 freeway. Clean, well-kept rooms. The front desk staff are very friendly, customer service oriented and greet guests with a smile - very appreciated!!! I was traveling with just my dog and as a single female I felt safe walking my dog around the hotel for the several areas of grass - I would not however, take a long walk through the general area after dark - just a precaution -for those women traveling on their own. If you do plan on staying at this hotel, please be fully aware the pet friendly rooms are NOT carpeted. If you have a dog that enjoys jumping up on the bed, (with your sheet that you brought with you to cover the hotel linen of course!) - they will slip and potentially injure themselves. If your dog is older and has weak hips, they will have great difficulty getting up off the floor. I understand completely that non-carpeted rooms for pets are a plus for the hotel due to dogs eliminating in rooms, spills, etc (lack of responsible pet ownership!!). Just be aware when you choose this hotel, it may not be the best or safest for your dog.
Thank you for taking the time to write an online review on TripAdvisor. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and enjoyed reading about your stay. As a pet friendly property, we are always delighted to hear when guests have an opportunity to bring along their furry friends. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Best Western Plus Twin View Inn & Suites soon!
"Clean, Comfortable, Helpfulness of Staff"
My wife and I stayed at the BW Plus Twin View Inn & Suites on Saturday, 8/5/17. We were pleasantly surprised by comfort, cleanliness and helpfulness of the staff of the BW Plus Twin View Inn & Suites. We slept like babies in our king sized bed, after showering in our hot and vigorous shower and lounging in our spacious, quiet room. A thoroughly enjoyable experience. The front desk staff helped us locate a tasty, inexpensive, authentic Mexican restaurant. We hit the jackpot!!!
BW Twin View Inn & Suites was conveniently located and was a clean, comfortable and pleasant motel with a pleasant, very helpful staff. They recommended a wonderful Mexican restaurant, El Zarape with tasty, authentic Mexican food. I'd recommend staying at this facility.
Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel on Trip Advisor and give us feedback regarding your most recent stay. Our staff and management work hard to deliver the highest standards of customer service to all our guests and I am happy to read that you were provided with excellent customer service during your stay and that you were able to enjoy the food recommended at mexican restaurant. We look forward to your future stays with us!
The only downside of our stay was that they had the TV station was Fox news (sic) in the breakfast room. We had to have the air conditioner on all night as the day temperature was 109F outside and did not cool much at night. Fortunately it was quiet and we were able to sleep soundly.
Very nice place. Manager is nice and good at his job. Friendly helpful staff. Room was quiet even close to freeway. This comment section requires too many words. It was a nice visit and the staff was great.
"best western was the most affordable of the 5 hotels we stayed at."
Breakfast was good. The doorknob covering was loose and the shower curtain seemed too short. Everything else was great. The staff was nice in the dining room and food was good. Nice to have a hot breakfast.
"A bit removed from Redding but nice quiet stay"
Our first stay in the Twin View location was a very good start. Easy and friendly check-in with fresh cookies as a welcoming gesture. Quiet rooms which is a definite plus compared to the hotels closer to Redding along the freeway. Will gladly stay there again.
Good people, but the property is threadbare. It was a full house for a July weekday night, but the staff pulled it off. The pool was comparatively undersized and getting the room temperature right was a challenge, but then it is Redding CA.
Good Hotel. Nice location on I5. Near to Shasta Dam, Sun dial Bridge and Shasta Caverns. Good Breakfast. Rooms are clean and big. Staff is friendly. One observation, I saw Some guests are taking Pets to breakfast area near food, that should be controlled by hotel staff. Pets should be kept distance away from the food which is common and will be consumed by all the guests. If I am eating, I will not expect pets hairs in my food.
I was there because of an emergency and the staff on every level went over and beyond to help me and meet my needs. Along with that the motel lived up to standards of BW. was clean and comfortable. Easy on and off the freeway. I compliment there management and staff. I'll be back.
"Redding Best Western Twin View Inn"
Nice BW to stop in for the night. Nice rooms, simple but clean. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Will stay again on my next work trip! Only complaint was the water pressure in the shower was low. Close to freeway access, but quiet during sleep time.
"Service and Courtesy Still Count for a Lot"
Compared to the Best Western Plus brand, these rooms are small and this property itself is unremarkable. But the staff here is exceptionally courteous and attentive to detail. Our room and the public areas were clean. The employees were polite and thoughtful.
Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel on Trip Advisor and give us feedback regarding your most recent stay. Our staff and management work hard to deliver the highest standards of customer service to all our guests and I am happy to read that you were provided with excellent customer service during your stay and that you were able to enjoy some of our hotel accommodations such as our breakfast and Freshly baked Cookies.We look forward to your future stays with us!
Awesome guest service. Overall a comfortable pleasant stay. Every request I put forward during the booking process was taken care in a most professional manner. I chose this property as this was more like a connecting point to multiple attractions i had planned for 5 days. And you can never go wrong with Best Western Hotels.
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We are constantly upgrading our rooms and amenities to make sure you not only are being provided with the best service, but having everything you need in the rooms as well. The hotel is located in close proximity to many wonderful cities and attractions. It's wonderful to know that you were able to visit many of them during your visit. We look forward to seeing you again.
Good location for things to do. Hotel seems new, everything clean and neat. Nearby river swimming, water park, national lakes and mountains, fishing. We stopped overnight here on a trip from SF Bay Area to Portland Oregon for a conference, and stopped again overnight on our way home. Very friendly, courteous staff, free breakfast was good choices. fresh.
We were traveling with a large baseball team of teenage boys. The pool had recently been serviced and was closed upon check in. The staff was quick to check the pool and as soon as it was ready to use the boys jumped in. The team had pizza delivered to the hotel for dinner and were allowed to use the breakfast area to eat and hang out which was amazing. They serve fresh baked cookies in the lobby and the staff was constantly baking more for the boys which was super sweet. The breakfast was great! Cooked eggs, bacon, toast, muffins, cereal, oatmeal, yogurt, fruit. There was enough for 16 teenage boys, their families and all of the other guests without running out of food which was great. The only con was that each of the guest rooms I went into (4 including mine) all had a different smell. My room smelled strongly of mint, one smelled like pine sol. One of the families in our group asked to be moved to a different room due to the smell and the staff was super helpful and had them moved in minutes. The entire staff was amazing! The front desk attendants were all super helpful and funny. I will definitely stay here again.
A nice quiet place close to everything we wanted to do while visiting the area. Easy access to the interstate. Very clean and comfortable,great breakfast. Friendly staff. A great working air conditioner in the 112degree heat wave.
Not a bad hotel, clean and comfortable. Could be a bit cheaper: it is not new, sometimes did smell a bit funky, but everything in a room and around was in working order. Location is excellent- right next to freeway.
Stayed two nights for business. Staff was friendly, breakfast was good although the room a bit crowded. Bed was comfortable though the decor a bit dated. Liked that they had drinking water available in the breakfast room. Coffee and tea available all day and chocolate chip cookies in the late afternoon! The air conditioning didn't reach all the way to the elevators, so it was a bit warm on the hot days we stayed there.
The hotel looked to be quite new, the room was very nice and spacious, with a nice flat screen tv, a desk, and a love seat. The ac was very quiet and worked great, which is nice because it was extremely hot in Redding that day. The bathroom was nice and clean, too. i would recommend this hotel to my family and friends.
We stayed here some what because of the reviews for the area. The problem with a best western is since they are operated by different management ,you never no what you will get. I was very disappeared will the room as it had a very musty smell and I did not feel comfortable in the room . The front desk was very friendly which was a positive. The breakfast was the standard including cereal, instant oatmeal, fresh fruit, waffle maker, yogurt, breads ,eggs, etc. When I stay here again no.
Once again Best Western took care of me in a friendly, professional manner. I look forward to my stays there, because I can count on the good quality and consistency that I always receive. I appreciate the fact that they are pet friendly....so does my dog, Toby, as well!!
We stayed for one night at this hotel which is conveniently located off the I5 but also well located to see Redding's attractions. Front desk staff very personable and helped with restaurant suggestions. Our room was a king which was a good size with a chair and ottoman,desk area with free WiFi, fridge and microwave.Bed was very comfortable and everything very clean and nicely decorated, other than the bathroom which had stained and peeling wallpaper. Hotel has an outdoor pool that is sunny in the morning and shaded in the afternoon which is a good thing because Redding is very hot. Although we were right off the freeway we did not hear any road noise inside. The complimentary breakfast was very good with waffle maker, items to make breakfast sandwiches, yoghurt, cereals, etc. all well stocked. A 5 minute drive away was Turtle Bay Exploration Park with the Sundial Bridge, a must do!
Front office was a trainee. Exhausted. Room started out to be ok. Then. Faucet was broken. Slow running drain. Looks like sheets were not fresh...no Clorox smell. Tub had grime. Won't stay here again.
Each time that I am in the Redding area, I stay at this Best Western and have been thoroughly pleased with service and accommodations. This experience was a little different as it was the first stay that I had with my newly adopted dog. I requested a "dog friendly" room when making the reservation. There is a slight pet fee included, but very reasonable. The room that I received, was very similar to other rooms during stays there, except the flooring is not carpeting. The employee, who checked me in, was one who I have seen several times and is outstanding. She has been there for about 24 years and seems very happy for this. She is most helpful and checked me both in and out. The room was close to the exit door so there was little walking down the halls with little chance for my little Toby to do any additional barking. The best part of all is the fact that the exterior lighting has been recently replaced. I mentioned to this employee how outstanding the exterior light is. I carried a flashlight, as I anticipated a need for it, but never needed it. We walked three times around the entire complex and never found a dark area. Breakfast was good as usual, with a great many items to choose from. The best part was that I was just down the hall from the breakfast room and went to pick-up a fresh cup of hot coffee at 6:30 a.m. Made the day just that much better.
"Comfortable, clean, very nice staff!"
The staff was very accommodating, the room was clean and comfortable, and so was the bed. Breakfast was really yummy, and very good selection. The only down sides were the size of the pool and that the AC wasn't on in the exercise room, so had a pretty sweaty workout. Overall, very nice and we would stay here again!
Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel on Trip Advisor and give us feedback regarding your most recent stay. Our staff and management work hard to deliver the highest standards of customer service to all our guests and I am happy to read that you were provided with excellent customer service during your stay and that you were able to enjoy some of our hotel accommodations such as our breakfast. We look forward to your future stays with us.
"Friendly staff, clean and spacious room "
This hotel is a hidden diamond. The staff has always been friendly, courteous and professional each time I've stayed here. The rooms I've stayed in are clean, roomy and spacious. The internet works very well. Its right off the freeway and easy to get to places to eat or visit. Its not very far from the Sundial Bridge (a must see) or downtown Redding. If you go north on the 5, you're not too far away from Shasta Dam. The breakfast selections were fresh and included a nice assortment of fruit. The rates are very reasonable.
Thank you for taking the time to review our property. We take our guest comments very seriously and always strive to provide comfortable and friendly accommodations. We are pleased that you were able to recognize the efforts that our team make to deliver a good experience for every guest. The team are the heart and soul of our of hotel so it's very gratifying to see that they were able to demonstrate great hospitality. The hotel is located in close proximity to many wonderful cities and attractions. It's wonderful to know that you were able to visit many of them during your visit. We look forward to seeing you again. We look forward to your future stays with us!
The staff was very helpful and friendly, the room clean, the beds comfy, the breakfast was great! We had a dog with us, and while there wasn't a fenced off dog area, there was plenty of areas around the hotel where we could take our labradoodle. We would stay here again, for sure.
The room was old and smelt like mold.. Things were broken and outdated. Not worth the money! The value was that of a Motel 6. I would never stay here again. There's much better out there for the price asked.
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This is a great hotel that we have stayed at before. The staff is great -- they always greet me when I enter the lobby. the facilities, dining area and rooms are very clean. The hot breakfast is also very good. The hotel is close to a variety of restaurants and gas stations. I have eaten dinner out as well as having had it delivered to the room. Both options were very good. The A/C works very well and is reasonably quiet. The rooms have all the amenities one needs.
"Great hotel in any class"
The staff are all great and can't help enough. When they recommend a restaurant they go ahead and print out the menu. The rooms are clean. The breakfast is very good. The in room coffee is perfect. In all these respects it neats tje four star hotel we came from in SF. So I think it's probably the definition of a good hotel in any class and recommend to anyone. The only claim I am not sure about is the manager claimed to have organised the perfect weather for us I think he had some help there.
Was traveling needed a room,this place is right off the freeway and has a very fabulous front desk person who helped me and made sure I had everything I needed ! Room was basic and comfortable, bathroom was clean. Breakfast was good, nice variety of foods.
I have tried multiple other hotels in this area and there are many good ones. This one is my favorite though, primarily because of the quality of the beds (a good night's sleep is so important!) and the knowledgeable friendliness of the staff. I, also, appreciate the well stocked breakfast that is available with the stays here. My only qualm is the poor quality and unsecure wifi.
We had a very good experience at the hotel. However on the survey it is required, actually demanded that I write a paragraph about my stay. I can't submit my survey unless I do this part, which I really didn't want to do.
Our stay was simply wonderful. I've stayed in the downtown section previously on many occasions. This location was convient, quiet and centrally located to the scenic area surrounding Redding and Lake Shasta.
My husband is a disabled Veteran and we routinely ask for first floor accomodations due to his limitations and prefer 2 queen beds which we requested. We received 1 King bed and when asked if they had the queen beds, were then moved to a second floor room down a long hallway without the help of a cart for our bags. Bathroom had mold around tub fixtures, wallpaper was peeling in bathroom.
A hotel that's very convenient and easy to get to from the freeway. The hotel is very dated, but signs of renewal can be seen. The bathroom in our room, definitely needed some deep cleaning. The grout and wallpaper were stained. But the newly remodeled sink area in the room was very nicely done and very cleaned. The front desk staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The morning breakfast was probably one the best free breakfast is best I've had at a hotel. Including eggs sausage and bacon. The beds are very comfortable, clean and the bright white sheets and comforter were very nice. The price we paid for the room was $114 for the night. So overall good value for the money.
"Over night stop with family"
Very close to I-5, yet quiet. Nice, clean room, great staff. Close to food and shopping. Nice outdoor pool and jetted spa. Breakfast was warm and tasty with a good selection. The beds were comfortable. The one negative is that the closest ice machine had no ice.
"Twin View Inn and Suites"
Felt the room needed improvement with electrical outlets, but a comfortable room. The breakfast was good with bacon, sausage and eggs offered along with other selections. We would probably stay there again if we were in the area.
"Nice hotel but frustrating stay"
I arrived at this location to find lots of noise from a school group that was staying on a Saturday night. (I thought school was Monday to Friday?) Anyway, I requested a room where it was quiet but when I went to my room the walls were so thin that I could hear the conversation of several teenage girls in the next room. I was upgraded to a suite so this worked out in the end. When I went to breakfast the next morning, I asked for a lid for the cup I had in my hand. The breakfast attendant did not understand English so consequently, I dumped the water in my cup out and left without my covered cup of water. I will consider staying across the street at Choice Hotels in the future when traveling through this area.
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Always a pleasure to stay here, the staff is always so friendly and make us feel like we are at home, Been staying here regularly for a few years now and have absolutely no complaints, very well kept and clean!!!
"Wonderful staff makes this place wonderful"
We arrived on a rainy evening, cold & tired. The wonderful young woman at the desk, found us a nice room and recommended Dill's Deli for great takeout. In the morning, I tripped over my suitcase and took a nasty tumble (NO fault of hotel). My sister, the other guests, plus the front staff young woman, were wonderful. Stood by & helped me assess my injuries, supplied ice, enough to last the rest of our drive, and helped me walk to the front door, where my sister had moved the car, so I wouldn't have to walk in the rain. There is always something to be grateful for. It was the people here!
I have been staying at Best Westerns for a few years now and have never been disappointed. I plan on continuing to use them for my travels out of town. They are very pet friendly and accomodating. The In house breakfast is an excellent feature and a great way to start the day.
"Great stay at Best Western hotel"
My recent stay at Best Western hotel was comfortable. The rooms were clean and I looked forward to the breakfast bar every morning. The staff were very helpful and friendly. They were ready to help with anything that I needed. I will definitely be staying there again.
Always a friendly,clean,comfortable place with great working amenities and a great breakfast buffet. We stay here around four times a year for both business and pleasure. Its a great location with easy access to the city and great out doors. Love the view of Mt Shasta .
This was a pleasant facility. It was clean and comfortable, but there wasn't anything particularly outstanding about it. It is close to the freeway, but it didn't disturb us. We would stay here again.
We were enroute to our winter home and booked into this hotel. The front desk staff was most welcoming and check-in was prompt. We were given a brief overview of the facility including the availability of freshly baked cookies in the lobby. Our room was more than adequate and amenities were what we would expect in a Best Western Plus. We did have a small concern as we could hear bells ringing and were quite sure that this was not normal. We contacted the front desk and two to three minutes later the bells stopped ringing. About an hour later we received a call from the front desk asking if the problem had been corrected and if there was anything l that they could do to make our stay more comfortable. The breakfast was available early and that was good for us as we wanted to get on the road quickly. Everything was as it should be. Check-out was quick and we would certainly stay at this hotel again in future.
The staff was friendly, helpful, and gave excellent customer service!!! I would highly recommended this hotel!!! Rooms were clean, nice sized, comfortable and had all the amenities we needed. Really good breakfast bar too.
We alway stay here when we come to Redding-it's our overnight stop on the way to the Bay area. There are good restaurants close by, and its very easy to get on and off the freeway. it's well lit, feels very safe, and is not too noisy. It also has an elevator- a plus as my husband is quite elderly.
i hve stayed here several times in the past 5 years. the staff is freindly and professional. the rooms are clean odor free and compfortable, the pillowsare wy to soft for me but ,that is really a minor thing. they need to put other beverage packets in the rooms for those that do not drink coffee. otherwise it is the only place to stay in redding.
The staff greeted us with a very cheerful attitude. The room was comfortable. The food was average although I thought my breakfast was great. I used the granola for the waffles as my cereal and loved it. The make you own waffles were good. Didn't try any of the other hot food but it didn't look all that great. What do you expect for an inexpensive room?
Usual BW amenities, clean room, good bed. Breakfast OK but not exceptional. Easy access from I5. Note - no adjacent restaurants or grocery stores, had to drive a mile or so. Pleasant and efficient staff. Weather was terrible so didn't use the outdoor pool or hot tub, which I wanted after a long drive. So overall an adequate overnight stop.
"Decent place, except for the smell"
This is an older property. The staff do their best to keep it functional and presentable, but it is really old and was not built for upscale trade. We had a nasty locker room smell in our room that you don't expect at a hotel in this price range. I'm not exactly sure how this place is rated as a Best Western Plus. It doesn't seem to fit that label.
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"Nice room, below average breakfast"
On a recent road trip from southern California to Crater Lake, we chose the Best Western Plus twin View Inn and Suites. We knew we'd arrive late and leave in the morning, so it was simply a place to sleep, and get an included hot breakfast. The room was fine, with a microwave and fridge, and indoor hallways which do tend to be quieter. The bed was comfortable, which is important to us. Even though we had a late check in, the person on duty was friendly and helpful. However, the below average included breakfast was disappointing, especially for a Best Western Plus, which is supposed to be an improvement on a Best Western. The breakfast was hot, but the eggs were terrible, rubbery, hard-cooked rounds like McDonald's uses on an Egg McMuffin. There were no potatoes or breakfast meats, only toast/bagel choices, and tasteless pastries. Too bad, because it was a comfortable bed.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review and tell us about your experience at the Best Western PLUS Twin View Inn & Suites. I apologize that you did not have a positive experience with our Breakfast. We will look into correcting the items mentioned. Your feedback is very valuable to us to enhance the future stays of all our guest and we appreciate you letting us know where we may need to make some improvements.
"Good for a overnight stay"
We stayed at the Best Western Plus Twin View Inn & Suites the first weekend in October 2016. We primarily choose the hotel based on price. It's not the newest property in the area but we found the room and property fine for our overnight stay. The rooms are comfortable and clean and the staff was friendly. The front desk did a great job checking us in and the staff at breakfast were friendly and efficient. They kept breakfast coming up to the time they end service. Breakfast was toast and muffins, eggs, bacon, sausage, cereal, waffles, coffee and juice. We would stay here again with the right price.
"3rd Best Option in Town"
Wasn't completely satisfied. Usually stay at the Hampton in town, but short notice for work left my options limited. Nothing terrible just horribly average place. Very clean, but aside from that nothing else to boast about.
Room was kinda expensive average $120.00 a night for what I would consider a above average but not really nice room, breakfast was just ok, waffles, cereal, microwave eggs, bacon and saugage, milk and juice.
Stay here everytime I go through N Cal. Easy access off I5, nearby gas and quick drive into Redding for good food. No food within walking distance, buy who walks there anyway? Staff consistently friendly and can recommend good food choices. Comfortable, clean rooms. Typical Best Western, no better, no worse. On my Best Western favorites list.
"Very Beautiful Hotel, need more venting"
This Hotel is great looking and new, with a good breakfast. the hotel room just needs a bit of attention in the venting of the shower steam in the rooms bathroom. The hotel room was very new, but the venting/fan on the bathroom was not evacuating the steam from the shower and this was evident by the Mold forming in the bathroom. we got in around 9:30 P.M. and the bathroom was still steamed up from the prior guests?? I think if they just put a higher C.F.M. fan it would be great and the mold would not form.
This motel is pet friendly, which we appreciate. It would be nice if it had a place to walk the dog, but you can't have everything, right?! Front desk receptionist is great. Bathroom in room we stayed in needs a good cleaning and sanitizing! Beds were okay. Price was good.
"Nice hotel but def not a "Plus"-type"
First off, when we checked in and throughout our stay until we checked out, the hotel staff seem very friendly. During breakfast, they kept re-filling the hot breakfast items even until 5 min before it was scheduled to end. The room was nice and spacious but the furniture and decor looked a bit outdated. Plus, one of the main recessed lights kept flickering on and off. It was quite annoying. The pool didn't look inviting. It seemed small and could only fit a few people in it. Had better expectations for what a "Plus"-hotel looked like. Don't want to see what their regular hotels look like if this is what they call their more premium offers.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review and tell us about you rexperience at the Best Western PLUS Twin View Inn & Suites. I<|fim_middle|> staff. Clean room. Decent price. Comfortable beds. Sufficient room in bathroom (I'm 6'5"). Breakfast was standard fair and was decent with good coffee and reasonable seating options, however I wasn't in there during the rush. They offered fresh baked cookies in the evenings. Plenty of parking. During my 2 night stay there was 'finish work' being done in the hallways which created some noise but there was room left by the work crews allowing us to pass with our luggage and since we weren't trying to sleep during the day it wasn't bothersome. The work crews cleaned up after themselves each day. My travel buddy and I used the fitness center and it was good for a good workout! Plenty of towels and water and a window to open. I recommend this property and would stay again.
"Good stop on the road. "
A little out of town but close to I-5 and easy to get to. Friendly staff at checkin who helped us find the best way to a restaurant at rush hour. Clean room. Comfortable bed and a standard but ok breakfast. Easy checkout. What else could we ask for a stop on the road?
Twin View Inn is easy access, right of the freeway. The quality of the hotel is good and the pricing is competitive. The staff is helpful and courteous. A very comfortable and easy going feel to the place. If you are looking to make your next stay smooth and easy....this could be the place!
I stayed in this motel for 3 months for a temporary job in Redding. It was a good experience and the friendly, professional staff made the stay just that much easier and nicer. The room was upgraded with a love seat for my sitting pleasure. It was exceptional clean each day and the bed was comfortable. The area is a light industrial with some vehicle noise but still felt safe and cozy.
"To far from good dining"
If you want to a truly top shelf experience and to be treated like a guest-stop in at the Twin View Best Western-Peter and his staff are among the nicest people in the industry. They consistently deliver the very best of customer service and make you feel so welcome!
This seems to be a regular stop for us. The staff has always been friendly and helpful. The rooms are larger and comfortable. Be sure if they are not out to ask when the chocolate chip cookies will be ready. The hotel is quiet and restful after a long day driving.
Nice rooms good beds great people. A bit far from downtown , but that was fine with us. A bit of road noise but all the motels would be the same. Easy freeway access. The staff were great and very helpful.
Nice hotel, close to the highway. If you are bothered by road noise then do not take a room on the east side as that faces the I-5. The hotel is clean and the staff are friendly. There is not any quality restaurants in the nearby area. A short drive south on the I-5 and there is some very good ones on Hilltop.
Had originally planned to stay @BW Medford. Snow was predicted for the following day, so I changed to Redding BW. Check in was seamless and the overall experience was very good. Snow did fall on the road behind me so it proved t be a prudent move.
"JUST ANOTHER OUTSTANDING Best Western"
We arrived very late. The check in person seemed to be waiting for us. I would say just it was like I was visiting my Sister. She made us really feel like we were expected and gave us her own room. The meal in the was well stocked. There was a person in the meal room makig sure all our needs were ment. Since we arrived so late I was not able to use all the things they had avaible. Locaation was right on interstate five and easy to find.
"Stinky Pet Rooms, Cold Bathrooms"
Unfortunately, we reserved rooms at this hotel for two separate nights on our trip to SoCal. We have a dog and this hotel is pet friendly. The room was musty and stank like wet dog both times. We mentioned it the first night, but no change. Service was polite, but I'd definitely avoid this hotel if you have a pet.
I highly recommend staying here for a overnight stay. Our room was clean, comfortable and very cozy. The staff was very helpful in explaining options for my wife and I for dinner choices. The easy access on and off I/5 is also an added bonus.
After staying in a brand new BW Plus in KS last week I was initially disappointed in this BW Plus and my impression was it was just another hotel. BUT as I extended my stay to a second stay there was several things to like about this place ... Good location to various places in the area, very friendly staff, above average breakfast and reasonably priced. I'd definitely stay here again when in the Redding area!
We enjoyed our stay and the warm welcome of the staff on a rainy day. They even had warm cookies available when we arrived. Location was convenient to the business area of Redding and out of the crowded area.
Friendly staff, great location, plenty of food and choice for breakfast. Outside pool and jacuzzi. Could have heated pool water. Having too write minimum of 200 characters to post this makes it too forced.
"Great Value = Great Stay!"
BW recently switched over to Direct TV in many of its hotels, which was a great move. Picture is great and many top rate channels are available, including the often hard to get TCM. (Listening, pricier "luxury" brands???) Good internet, ample breakfast, and a clean, well maintained property. Have stayed here before and will definitely stay here again.
A Caring Staff that was superlative in our time of need. When family emergencies happen it is nice to have people just go beyond to help. Highly recommend this BW for either business or pleasure stays.
Clean, organized, very friendly and professional staff, willing to make your stay the best possible. My deluxe room had a good bed with a sofa, refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker. Within 5 minutes of downtown, in an light industrial area, but I felt safe coming and going. Has pool and hot tub but have not use either. Staying for a second month.
"Much better than Hilltop Inn"
This best western is cheaper, cleaner, comfier, and friendlier than the hilltop inn. I would recommend this hotel over any others in the Redding area. I stay at many of the Redding hotels for business, but this is always my go to hotel.
A room was clean, comfortable and good sleep quality. A room was average, and had mini fridge and microwave. Staff was very helpful. Good complimentary breakfast. A little better than usually hotels have. The hotel is close to I5, but I didn't hear a noise. Next door is Comfort suites. That hotel more new and has better rooms. Because in Best Western Plus Twin View Inn & Suites staff is extremely friendly and helpful, I will continue to return to this property.
I feel that the Staff at this hotel treats me like family. Even Peter the Manager knows me by name. I recommend this hotel to everyone I talk with. The Best western is a place for work business and families to come and be taken care of. the Staff cares about everyone that walks thru their doors.
"Back for a Second Stay"
Since we had a good experience before at this hotel, we came back for a second visit. We were just as pleased the second time around as the first. Clean, comfortable and good sleep quality. We will continue to return to this property.
The hotel was very clean and the staff was very helpful. Very good complimentary breakfast. The cost for pets is too high ($30 for 2 cats). There is only a deli near the hotel. One has to drive 4 exits on the freeway to have a choice of restaurants.
"Nice bed - Direct TV"
I was pleasantly surprised with this location. The bed was nice, nothing super but comfortable. They have Direct TV with a decent premium package. All in all, it was a good stay. They are remodeling the location so it was loud during the day. Breakfast was ok, nothing super but no to bad.
We stayed here and rented the connecting rooms. Rooms were average, clean, had mini fridge and microwave. Only concern security lock was broken at the top of our room door. Hotel was under construction. Good signage telling us how to find front desk. Evening desk lady was very kind and helpful! She was very nice every time I bothered her for something. Used hot tub it was nice, clean pool area everything worked. Breakfast was good.
Convenient location, immediately off I5 and close to grocery stores and restaurants. Staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Older property, but rooms ok - many have been remodeled with new carpeting and nice bedding. and breakfast good. A bit noisy but then most chain hotel properties are along I5. Highly recommend Bruciante for pizza dinner, caution, only open until 7pm.
I stay here once a week and the service and treatment are excellent. I feel as I am part of the family. They know me by name and welcome me. if a problem occurs the staff is fast to react and take care of everything.
"Construction YES, but not a problem"
Have stayed her several times before, but this year the lobby was being renovated, and access was from a side door. A minor inconvenience, but not a major problem. Front desk staff were excellent, and room was large and clean. There is no doubt that this hotel is starting to show its age, and updating is required. Breakfast was good, but not exceptional, and the noise from the renovations not intrusive since we were away from the hotel most of the work day. The pool, however was FREEZING!!!!!, and not as clean as it was before. The usual paper cups, and micro pillows were also a downside. Overall, we will probably stay there again. Noise from the road immediately behind the hotel was considerable, and continued most of the night.
"Good quality hotel convenient for I5"
The hotel is conveniently located off I5. the rooms were clean and of a good size. Breakfast was the standard BW choice. other reviews have said about the limited parking but this was okay during our stay in September. Only down side is the absence of anywhere to eat nearby. it entails a drive to find a restaurant not exactly what you want to do after a long days driving.
"Not the quality we expect from Best Western"
Made a prepaid (non-refundable) reservation or we probably would have gone someplace else. Convenient location. Under major renovations which we didn't know. Got our room, had to park a ways away. For the first time, we were charged a $100 deposit "in case we trashed the room". The young lady at the counter was obviously embarrassed about charging it, but the boss had"yelled at her earlier for not charging it to someone" the day before. I did find that rather insulting. (we are grandparents) The room was bare bones with older pergo flooring, no carpet at all. Decided that it was fine for one night. Went out to dinner (Nello's, wonderful!) and returned around 9. Went to sleep at eleven. Quiet. Woke at 3 in a panic because there was no power and the room was pitch black (I am claustrophobic). Power was out for 2 hours. Workers on the renovation started just after 7, a little early I thought. Breakfast was average for any hotel, staff was nice, friendly. I wouldn't return. Just did not seem to be the standard for a Best Western Plus. The one we stayed at in Oakland just a few nights before (also a Best Western Plus) was REALLY nice.
"Don't pass it because there is constructio"
The only reason I gave this a 3 instead if a 4 is because of the mediocre breakfast and rode noise from the trucks. We got in late without a reservation and got a king suite since all the rest were taken. The room was clean and large. The bed was very comfortable. We had a good night sleep before driving another 10 hiurs.
We spend one night in BW on our trip to Mt. Shasta. The room was quite spacious, so that we did not have problems to place there pack'n'play and still have enough space around. The king bed was comfortable and the nice thing was relatively quiet AC, which was extremely important, as Redding was over 90'F. The hot (free) breakfast was standard, besides the regular carbs, they provided also a few things with protein, which we needed before hiking Mt. Shasta. Parking at night was a slight hassle, looks like the hotel was quite full during the Labor Day weekend.
"Quality we've come to expect from BW"
We had a very nice and clean room. The room was quiet, had newer furniture and a large TV with HD channels. The AC unit was fairly new and a large table was available with plugs nearby. The bathroom is small with limited counter space. WIFI works good. There were only 2 towels in the bathroom. Breakfast was good and kept well stocked. Staff was very friendly. The outside construction near the main entrance requires the use of a side entrance but nothing else inside is affected. We'd stay here again.
We almost passed this hotel by due to current renovations. Lucky for us we stopped to check it out and discovered these reno's are only to the front entrance so there is no interference with guests. Our check in clerk (Erica, I think) was professional, polite and friendly. We had a small snafu with our room which she immediately addressed. Though this hotel sits right off the freeway, noise was not a problem for us. Great value, clean and comfortable.
We stayed at the Best Western Twin View motel in Redding, CA on a recent trip. The motel is so named because from Redding both Mt Shasta and Lassen Peak can be seen. However, when we were there the forest fire smoke hung thick over the valley so that neither could be seen. The BWTV was under a one week remodel of their front entry when we visited. We used Hotwire to make our reservation for our room. The BWTV hostess was apologetic that Hotwire had not warned clients of the remodel. However, all was well as we just needed to use a side door to access the motel office. The hostess was very friendly, and accommodated us to get the quietest room available. We used their small pool as the outside temperature that day was 106F. They also had a hot spa pool located on the pool deck. They serve a continental breakfast in the morning and chocolate chip cookies in the late afternoon. The breakfast consisted of the typical fare of most motels including waffles, bacon, and egg patty. The beds very clean and comfortable. The room was clean room and included a ~40" TV, microwave, and fridge. The AC was one of quietest I've found in a similarly priced hotel and it cooled the room from ~100F when we arrived down to 70F when we returned from dinner about 3 hours later. There is some freeway noise and the property is bounded on three sides by highway and streets. For hotels with too much noise for me, I use ear plugs as I did in the Best Western Twin View property. For me, the only drawback with this hotel was the highway noise which I was able to compensate for. Score 4.
While there was a remodel underway it did not take away from the quality or quietness of our room. The property is right off I-5 and within two blocks of the Harley dealer for all you HD riders. HOG has a deal with Best Western offering a great discount. While we usually mix it up hotel wise on our trips we stayed only at Best Western this time out.
Great place to stay. Easy freeway access to anywhere in town. Clean, Clean rooms. Our check in experience was the best ever, pleasant staff that made you feel welcome. Parking is ample and well lit. I don't think you will find a better hotel in Redding for the price.
"It seems that there isn't enough parking."
Arrived at the hotel around 5??pm and parking lot was already 2/3 full. Room was clean but outside needs a little sprucing up. Breakfast ok, no complaints, it's free. Front desk clerk was polite but does not seem to be friendly. We will stay again in this hotel when time comes and also recommend to our friends. | apologize that you did not have a positive experience with our guest room. We will look into correcting the items mentioned. Your feedback is very valuable to us to enhance the future stays of all our guest and we appreciate you letting us know where we may need to make some improvements.
"Overnight Stay going home from Oregon"
Stayed one night. It was easy to get to from I-5. Check in was easy and they have a friendly staff, Small pool and smaller spa (crowded) shows age. Ok breakfast (waffles, bacon, sausage, eggs (sort of poached), yogurt, cereal, fruit, coffee, juice... Stayed on 1st floor. Noise from upstairs hallway and room was loud. Not on par with other Best Westerns.
It sufficed for a night of rest. The room was clean and comfortable, and the overall surroundings were decent. However, the staff were either distracted or disinterested, and the breakfast left us hurrying to the nearest Starbuck's.
Easy to get to from I5 or 299, clean, friendly staff, quiet at night, decent breakfast (waffles, bacon, sausage, eggs, yogurt, cereal, coffee, juice, etc) and the jet tub in our room was really nice!! Also, the a/c worked great, which is really important when it's 104.
Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel o n Trip Advisor and give us feedback regarding your most recent stay. Our staff and management work har d to deliver the highest standards of customer service to all our guests and I am happy to read th at you were provided with excellent customer servic e during your stay and that you were able to enjoy so me of our hotel accommodations such as our breakfast. We look forward to your future stays wit h us!
Staff were delightful and professional, room was clean and comfortable, breakfast had variety and good, fitness room was excellent. Overall, I would rate this hotel a five star and the rates are good too. Only drawback is its three miles from Redding but just a minor inconvenience but close to the tourist sights.
Thank you for taking the time to review our propert y. We take our guest comments very seriously and always strive to provide comfortable and friendly a ccommodations. We are pleased that you were able to recognize the efforts that our team make to deli ver a good experience for every guest. The team are the heart and soul of our of hotel so it's very gra tifying to see that they were able to demonstrate g reat hospitality. We look forward to your future stays w ith us!
This was one of the most enjoyable hotel experiences I've had anywhere I've stayed in the world. The Front Desk manager was extremely pleasant, and most helpful. She also gave great advise regarding finding a decent place for dinner. The room was great. The rest was wonderful as well. Loved it all! I will recommend it to others.
Thank you for taking the time to give us your valua ble feedback. We strive to deliver the highest standards of customer service to all of our guests and we are very happy to hear that not only did you enjoy our hotel, but some of our local restaurants as well. It was a pleasure providing excellent serv ice and accommodations and we look fo rward to your future stay with us.
We stayed for one night on our way to San Fran. We paid 110 00 including tax. We Were on The 1st floor And The hotel Was Very Clean and like new. It smelled fresh and the room was a great size. It was a quiet stay and the staff very nice.
This motel was clean and the employees were friendly. They had a good breakfast which included bacon, sausage patties, eggs, cereal, and fresh fruit. The air conditioner worked well which was awesome since it was 101 degrees. It's located on the north end of town so it's a couple of miles away from the main part of town, but it's also quiet. I recommend this motel to people who are traveling through the Redding, CA area.
"One night in Redding "
I stay here for work, the Hotel has recently been remodeled, arrived at 8pm, the front desk lady was very nice and friendly, the rooms were comfortable and clean , the breakfast was good. The only complaint I have is there was a cleaning solution smell around the breakfast area, like pinesole, ruined my breakfast, otherwise recommend.
Hotel is right off exit 1 for I-40. Close to several food choices. Gentleman at front desk was very friendly and helpful when I realized we had lost the card we used to book the room, switched payment method without a problem. The room was clean and had a nice shower. Only complaint is that the bed was a little hard, would stay here again if need be.
"On our way home from the wedding"
This is our first stay at this BW and we plan on staying here again whenever we need to night over in Redding. Found the BW clean and neat, room very comfortable. Only issue was that there's only a Deli nearby (walking distance), otherwise you have to drive to get a meal.
"An oasis away from the travails of travel"
What great service, management has done a great job of team building. They treated us like guests, better than family. Smiling, inviting us in, thanking us for staying with them. Inviting us back! While easy to access I-5, you don't feel like your next to an interstate. The pool, and hot tub, are quiet oasis away from it all. Housecleaning staff are excellent, our room was ready and inviting. The furniture arrangement gives a feeling of openness, light and fresh. You want to stay here when you are near Redding!
My husband and I stayed at Best Western in Redding California, both of us within an an hour after eating breakfast were nauseous. My husband ended up sick the entire first full day there I was OK after a few hours. Then after eating the breakfast the second and final day we both did not feel well. I have now been sick for 4 days. Saw my Dr. today he called it travelers diarrhea. What we ate at the hotel was the only thing we ate the same during our trip. We have ALWAYS stayed at Best Western and will continue however a bit concerned now about ever eating breakfast again.
"We were in town to see fluffy"
Let me start with the price was awesome for the room we got. The staff were very friendly and helpful with all questions! Our room was cool, clean, and quiet. I would stay here again in a second! Wish we would of made a whole weekend of it instead of just an overnight.
We had not stayed at this Best Western Before, and found it a perfect stop in /Redding as part of our over night stays on a long road trip. the staff were rally professional and helpful. the property is clean , neat and secure.
"Best Best Western, not a typo. Stay 2 days, not 1!"
The front desk, from the owner Mr. Patel to D and Sam, greet you in a way that welcomes you home. The hotel is literally right off I-5, but at this part of northern Cali, there is light traffic and you don't hear the highway. The housekeeping crew are all smiles and ask how they can help you without prompting. We felt pampered and stayed two days instead of one! The breakfast had real eggs, what a break from powdered or reconstituted eggs elsewhere. The staff working the breakfast area are super attentive, just ask if you don't see what you want. The pool and hot tub were a great hideaway for aour tired aching bodies. Towels were delivered to us! Close shopping center. Thai Cafe delivers great food, good prices and quick delivery, look for it in the Entree Express guide! Give them 5 stars.
"New, clean, right off I-5"
Overnight stay on a road trip. Worked out great. Comfortable room, bed. Clean. Fitness room. Adequate breakfast. Saw it had a laundry - didn't need it, but really convenient if you do. Good ice machine. Great value. Would stay there again if in the area.
Stayed at hotel one night with two adults and four children. Hotel room was comfortable. Children loved the outdoor pool. Mother and children utilized the workout room. Nice facility. Breakfast was good. Coffee was weak, needed to be stronger. Staff friendly and approachable.
For a crappy area this hotel is over priced for the rooms it has to offer. Think twice there are other hotels near by and that's what we're going to look into next time we go this way. We stay in Best Westerns all over and most of them are wonderful but this one is not.
Very clean and quiet rooms. We were able to bring our dog with us. Room was so clean you couldn't tell pets had been there before us. There was a sparkling clean pool. The breakfast was good. Lots of options to eat.
"clean, comfortable, reasonably-priced hotel with a really great owner..."
"Pet friendly; no room carpet!!"
We have stayed at this property before and have never had any problems - from room amenities to cleanliness. And no carpeting in the pet friendly room! What a nice change.Emily, at the front desk was very friendly from our first phone call to arriving and check in. Easy freeway access but not noisy in the room. We recommend this hotel.
Our room was nice. It had a fridge and microwave. The shower-head was good. Our kids enjoyed swimming in the pool. Breakfast was good; it had mini-omelettes, bacon, sausage, and many healthier options. As a bonus, the full cost of our stay was covered using rewards points.
Drove 14 straight hours from Phoenix to Redding. NEEDED comfort and a friendly face. This BW was clean and Denise at the front desk was friendly. Walked into a room that already had the air conditioning on. That was a treat! Spacious, clean, and bed and pillows so comfortable, it was hard to get up the next morning! Breakfast, while a hotel breakfast, was extremely varied, hot, and plentiful. Will keep this place in mind for future travels.
The rooms were clean, close to outdoor exit, very pet friendly. We even took or pet with us to breakfast. Staff was warm and welcoming. Location is north of Redding, near hey 44. Don't miss seeing the sundial!!!
Stayed for one night on drive north. Good size family suite close to interstate with bedroom closed off main beds/ living area. A little dated inside but clean and comfortable room which we booked last minute. Breakfast, pool and laundry all were fine.
One of the best motels I have stayed at. The staff really cares about you and your stay. Beds were clean and comfortable. Rooms are great and quiet. The pool was clean and the breakfast was nice too..
We stayed here to sleep before heading further North. Everything was just fine for that. The breakfast was fine. The room had a stale smell, couldn't decide if it was Aqua Net or cigarettes, but we got use to it.
It was Memorial day weekend, so we were lucky to have a room on our trip from San Francisco to Portland. We didn't want to drive the whole trip in one day. The beds were very comfortable, we are a family of 4, so the double queen was perfect. Room was quiet. The staff was very accomodating upon our arrival (later than planned due to traffic) It was great to have breakfast so we could then be on our way to Portland!
Nice, clean hotel. Nice staff. Beds are comfortable. Wifi can be slow in the morning. Breakfast was good. The muffins were great. The shower pressure was not good. The bathrooms need updating. It felt like a hospital bathroom.
Very clean and comfortable room. Plenty of parking (we were pulling a U-Haul). The internet didn't work at first and I had to call the front desk. They reset the system and then it worked. Great breakfast with lots of variety. Good location, right off the freeway.
"Great Service and Comfy Beds"
We appreciated the great service at check-in after a long road trip. The room was very comfortable and the bed was comfortable. The hotel is conveniently located just off I-5 at the north end of Redding and worked out great for our visit. The free breakfast was nice, although not quite as great as some other Best Westerns. I'd definitely recommend the hotel.
Hotel was in good location near I-5 and it was very quiet. However, restaurants were another exit down the freeway. To get to our room, we had to follow a rabbit maze to another wing ot the building. Room was comfortable and clean. Wi-fi connection was spotty. Breakfast was decent. Average stay.
A great place to stay, feeling safe and cared for by a staff with integrity. Bathroom was scrupulously clean. It is advantageous to have a continental breakfast option available. All staff was knowledgable about the local area and how to find the locations we wished to pursue.
This was our first stop on our way to Los Angeles from Seattle. After a long day of driving, it was so nice to sleep in a comfortable bed in a nice room. We asked about the best place to have dinner and were given the names of several different restaurants along with directions. The people at Best Western are always the most accommodating, which is one of the reasons that we always try to stay at Best Western .
beds are okay,, not the best. breakfast was good. coffee was good. disability room should have walk in shower, not a step in. There was barely enough room for a wheelchair to pass between the foot of the beds and the cabinets. If this is a disability room, then there should be room for a wheelchair to slide under the sink counter and the sink faucet and faucet handles should be easier to reach if a disabled person is in a wheelchair.
I am a rewards member which helped to make this a quick choice passing through town. The lobby and staff are nice. Cookies was a nice touch at registration. Breakfast was better than most with hot eggs and sausage along with the usual. So far, very nice. But the room was facing the freeway. So running the fan at night helped to cover the noise. The fan in the bath sounded like bad brakes on a car and was so annoying it could not be used. The toilet handle was loose and needed repair. Intended to stay two nights but moved on after one.
"2 Story fully enclosed Hotel with Elevator"
Nice hotel with all that you would expect from a BW Plus hotel. Check in and out was quick and efficient even though we didn't have reservations. Everything was clean in the lobby, hallways and the room. High end linens and furnishings in the very large King 'business' bed room. Frig, micro, coffee maker and even a sink in a designated mini-kitchen area. Breakfast was okay; The layout was tight so with the make your own waffles area messy with drippings it limited the counter area to use to prepare other items. So one person fixing 3 cups of coffee hogged the remaining area for an extended time preventing others from getting to the hot foods. Sausage and bacon remained but no eggs (or forks). Cereal, muffins, toast, coffee, juice etc. One attendant came in towards the end of the breakfast time and did replenish the forks. There was some sound transfer between our room and the one next door when several children were running from one end of their room to the other then banged on their door then running back the other way. It was 11 pm so I knocked on their door to remind them of the time and noise and the mother kindly stopped the playing then all was quiet. We stay at BW frequently when we travel as the uncertainty of what to expect is consistently good with very few deviations or surprises. This hotel was no exception and we would certainly stay there again.
The staff is really slow, the rooms are really small, and they don't keep the property amenities clean. Unless your really desperate for a hotel room I would not recommend staying at this property until they get their act together. This is by far the worst BW I have ever stayed at.
Have stayed at this hotel several times over the years, and this year all was as expected. Friendly helpful staff, clean rooms, and a good choice of breakfast items, both hot and cold. The only complaint that we had was the outdoor pool was not heated, and was freezing!!! It would have been nice to go for a swim after a long drive, but this was not to be. Overall very satisfied.
"Well appointed best western plus."
"It was a good hotel"
For the purpose of us staying there, it was good. The room we stayed in did stink a little but we just opened the windows and aired it out. There was also a nice contiental breakfast that wasn't bad at all. But other than that it was a nice place to stay at.
"Best Western Plus Twin View DOES NOT DESERVE PLUS!"
AAA rate of $116.99 was about $60 too high. Room smelled musty and like old cigarette smoke; Room carpet filthy; Refrigerator not working, and I needed it - they offered to move us ro another room after we were settled; Soda machine bill acceptor not working.
Hotel's location is not walking distance to stores or restaurants, the plus side is that the area is quiet. Clean comfortable room, appears to have been recently updated. Good location next to I 5, breakfast was good with two types of meat.
Very friendly staff, very clean inside and out. Wonderful beds. Hardwood floor in room 204. Pet friendly. Very good deli close by. I won't stay anywhere else in Redding. Breakfast was good, the room was quiet.
We have stayed here on our way up to Washington and again now on our way back home in Southern California. The property is nice, rooms are decent....We have stayed in a room away from the freeway and are currently in a room facing the freeway, and the noise is not a problem. The wifi here is HORRIBLE. Both times we have stayed here and it is spotty....constantly goes out. Every time you want to get online you need to go back into your settings and connect the wifi....only for it to go out on you again and again. The breakfast is pretty decent, they have a variety of stuff. Would I stay here again? Probably, yes....I just wish the wifi was good....its really my only complaint.
We have stayed here multiple times since our daughter attends school in Redding. The motel is close to campus, but we enjoy staying here because the staff remembers us and that makes us feel like this place is a home away from home.
"Very happy with our stay at this hotel"
Front desk staff was very helpful and pleasant. We had a deal that if you stay at a Best Western for 2 nights you get $25 off your second night. We used it without a problem. Breakfast was great. It included waffles, eggs, bacon and sausage. Everything was exceptional and we're making Best Western our top hotel to stay at.
This was a handy place to stay if you are just passing through Redding. It is on the I-5 and next to an area where big trucks are in and out a lot, so it was pretty noisy all night long. Take earplugs. It was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. The included breakfast was okay, nothing special.
"Great place for an on-the-road place to stay!"
I was traveling from Portland to Santa Cruz and this was a good stopping point. It was clean and safe although a bit north of the main Redding area so it was cheaper than places in town. But there were no close by places to eat. A few restaurants offer delivery but with minimums and delivery charges. I ordered pizza based on the staff's recommendation and it was the worst pizza I've ever had. Next time I would pick up food before I arrived at the hotel. Each room has a refrigerator and microwave. The room was very spacious and very clean. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Fresh baked cookies are put out around 6:30pm each evening. Breakfast was OK - again a no breakfast option would be good. The bagels and coffee were fine but I did not eat any eggs or other hot food as it looked like fast food quality. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend it as a place to spend the night but not for "vacationing".
Beds were comfortable, rooms were updated and clean, kids weren't running thru the hallways, ice machine and elevators were away from rooms. The hotel overall was clean and updated. I sleep peacefully when I am in a clean not tacky room.
"Worst hotel stay in 5 years"
They need a new start/staff and proper management! Breakfast was terrible at best. Room keys didn't work and they accused my wife of getting them near other cards and de-magnetizing them! Had to go to the front desk 3 separate times to regain access to our room. Another guest was given access to our room while we were naked! this was wholly un-excusable !!!! Do I need to say more?
"Wonderful service! A great stay!"
My wife and I recently stayed three nights at this best Western and had a wonderful experience. Very friendly hotel staff, upon arrival we were upgraded to a Jacuzzi bath with no additional cost! This motel has a very cozy feeling it is if you were staying in a nice house. The continental breakfast was great it's actually a continental breakfast with hot items sausage bacon eggs as well as Belgian waffles pastries fruit and cereal. One minor request it would've been great to have Pete's or Starbucks coffee but their coffee was good and plenty of it!
My wife and I make the trip once a month so we can visit with her dad who is in a care home. We always stay at this property and have never been disappointed. On occasion my wife's Mom will come with us and the staff there goes out of their way to accommodate us and get us rooms that are either joining or on the same floor. Emily always has a smile on her face and is happy and cheerful.
We arrived at the best Western a bit tired with our dog after traveling many many hours. What a delight to be greeted by such a kind person at the front desk. Emily was one of the best examples of exemplary customer service we have encountered in a long time and we travel a lot. And it continued in the morning when we were greeted by D. She was truly kind and made us feel welcome and like family. We will definitely be back here again as we travel in California often! Thank you best Western for a lovely experience.
I Chose BW because of my good experiences with them in CA and AZ. Clean inside and out. Pleasant | 4,763 |
Would you like to clean up your forms by displaying fields in multiple columns? WPForms makes it easy to split fields into halves, thirds, or even more complex column layouts.
In this tutorial, we'll show you how to leverage our multi-column layout settings to help your forms look their best.
To open the layout setting, you can click on any field in the builder to open its Field Options screen. From here, you'll need to open Advanced Options. Columns are configured using the CSS Classes setting.
For either option, please also refer to our Additional Notes section which includes some details to ensure your multi-column form looks its best.
It's easy to structure your columns with our visual layouts tool.
Here, we'll discuss how to do this step by step.
From the Advanced Options section of the Field Options screen, you can select Show Layouts to see all available column options.
We want our Name and Email fields to appear next to each other, and for each to take up half of the form width. For this layout, we'll select the option that shows two even-sized boxes.
Once we select this layout, the next step is to choose where in the layout we want this field to appear. Since our Name field is first on our form, we want it to appear on<|fim_middle|> not to use the visual builder, you can type in CSS classes manually instead.
The image below shows three different common column layouts. The red text below each field CSS classes that were used from the list above. You can click the image for a larger view.
Columns will display when viewing the form on the frontend of your site. The columns do not apply inside the form builder; however, that is something on our radar for the future.
The first element in each row needs to have the wpforms-first class in addition to the column class. This tells the plugin it is the first item and lets us reset any other previous columns in the form.
Would you like your forms to also look great on mobile devices? You can absolutely configure your form to have a multi-column layout that changes to display fields in a single column on mobile, so your forms are beautiful and user-friendly on every device. | the left column.
By clicking on a column, the corresponding classes are automatically added to our CSS Classes field. The wpforms-one-half class tells the field to take up half of the available width, while the wpforms-first class tells the field that it needs to start a new row.
Next, we just need to do this same process to put the Email field in the right column. When you're done, be sure to save the changes in the form builder and you're all set to publish the form on your site.
If you would prefer | 110 |
Nerstrand Big Woods<|fim_middle|> trip to Nerstrand Big Woods State Park.
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Our seasonal leaf peering activities continued — this time, in Nerstrand Big Woods State Park. This park was named after a Norwegian village where its settlers farmed in this area in the mid-1850s. Although we vividly remember hiking in this park before, that was exactly ten years ago in the fall season, much to our surprise.
We headed out early and began our hike at 9 AM. The forecasted passing shower didn't happen that morning, although it was very chilly with the temperature hovering below 40F. The campground still had quite a few die-hard campers, especially at this time of the year. We hiked leisurely on relatively flat trails for 5.8 miles in under 3 hours.
After the hike, we headed to Faribault for lunch. This small city — named after Alexander Faribault, who set up a fur trading post there — has a similar population size as Winona. It is safe to say that most small cities in the US — regardless of how ethnically diverse they are — have at least one great Mexican restaurant that the locals universally love. After having our fajita, enchilada, and margarita, we explored Faribault's Historic Commercial District, which consists of many well-preserved historic buildings from the 1880s to 1950s, before heading home.
The almost dried up Hidden Falls.
Dried leaves on the trail.
Exploring Faribault's Historic Commercial District.
The brown lines represent our hiking paths in Nerstrand Big Woods State Park.
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Susan was 23 when she first came to see me. Every cold led to a very nasty infection in her sinuses, with severe pain along the cheekbones, a green nasal discharge and high fever. She also had a cough every time she lay down, due to a postnasal drip and had noticed a small polyp in her left nostril. She was having repeated courses of antibiotics every winter, which upset her stomach and bowels. Her doctor was talking about sending her for a sinus washout, and the thought of this terrified her. This was the reason for her consultation, to try to avoid surgery. She was also very concerned about taking time off work for these infections, and tended to struggle into work when she was far from well, so as not to let the company down. She felt guilty every time she was forced to take a day's sick leave.
The sinusitis recurred every autumn and winter, whenever the weather turned cold and damp. Susan began to dread the end of summer. The cold alone didn't affect her as she was fine on skiing holidays. She was aware that humidity upset her, and would eagerly await storms to clear the air. She avoided saunas as she would always faint, but dry heat suited her. She loved hot sunny days. She wasn't keen on strong winds, but was very clear that it was the combination of cold and damp that affected her most.
The recurrent bouts of sinusitis would make her depressed, although she was loath to admit it. Her moods did fluctuate considerably, and she could swing from a happy state into "the blues" quickly. The infections often brought this about and she blamed the antibiotics. On closer questioning she admitted her moods changed with her menstrual cycle and also the moon phases. She loved the full moon and found it energised her and lifted her mood. She was reluctant to talk much about the depression and I did not pursue the matter.
As a child she had been healthy, although always prone to colds and coughs. She would frequently have green nasal discharges, but not full-blown sinusitis until the age of about 18. After finishing her exams, she went with a group of friends back-packing around India before starting university. She had a fever and swollen arm immediately following the inoculations before departure. After a few days she returned to her GP, who prescribed antibiotics for an infection in the vaccination site. A few weeks later, the injection site broke open and green pus poured out. Eventually it settled down, but a scar remained on the left upper arm. It was quite unsightly and was frequently sore.
After the trip she started university, and in her first term was admitted to hospital with a kidney infection. She was treated with antibiotics in high doses through a drip. The x-rays did not show any damage to the kidneys, nor any abnormality in the urinary system. Unfortunately, she then became very prone to kidney infections, having attacks every couple of months, until she was put on prophylactic antibiotics for a whole year. It was shortly after this that the attacks of sinusitis began.
The frequent courses of antibiotics had led to constipation and bloating of the stomach. Susan noticed that certain foods upset her, in particular spicy food and onions. She ate a good healthy diet and craved chocolate before her periods. She was thirsty and loved drinking tea, having eight mugs or more a day.
She was prone to headaches, particularly in the left temple, which she described as stabbing in nature. The headaches came on before her periods or when she was over-tired. Overall her energy was good when she didn't have an infection, but she was prone to feeling tired mid-afternoon. She usually slept well, and had pleasant dreams. Her father had died in his early 50's of a heart attack, and heart disease ran in his family. Her mother and younger sister were in good health.
Susan described herself as a hard worker and "a bit of a perfectionist". She detested taking time off work when she was ill and this upset her deeply. She regarded it as a sign of weakness. It was important to Susan to give her work 100 per cent, and she would stay very late at the office to ensure her work was done to her satisfaction. She was neatly dressed and beautifully made up. She was friendly and easy to talk to, but I detected a certain reserve especially where emotional matters were concerned.
In Susan's case history the onset of her health problems was shortly after the vaccines for her trip abroad. The first illness was a kidney infection, which is highly characteristic of the sycotic group of remedies, as were the following attacks of sinusitis with the green nasal discharge and post-nasal drip. The sensitivity to cold and damp is again characteristic of this remedy group.
It was the reservation and the depression that led me to the constitutional prescription of Thuja. George Vithoulkas describes the essence of Thuja as "ugliness". This is applicable on the physical level with the warts, verrucas and the cysts that are prone to infection because of a greasy skin. It also is evident on a deeper emotional level. Although patients will not frequently admit it, at least before treatment,<|fim_middle|> result of the fragile sense of identity, it can be easy to confuse the remedy with several others. The secrecy about the "shadow side" combined with the need to please, can make it difficult to see the full remedy picture. Often it is the physical symptoms that underlie the prescription.
Marysia Kratimenos trained in general surgery after qualifying as a doctor at Guys. She was introduced to homeopathy when her son was very ill and she saw at first hand how it worked for him and how it also eased her mother's condition before she died of cancer. In 1995 Dr Kratimenos joined the the staff of the RLHH where she is involved in stress clinics, general medicine, pediatrics and neuro-linguistic programming. | they often consider themselves ugly and unlovable. They cover this up by being perfect in their appearance, work, social life, everything. They fear criticism and this motivates them to create a situation whereby they are above reproach.
People sensitive to Thuja are prone to deep depression and can have suicidal thoughts, although this was not the case with Susan. The mood swings can be very rapid. In a depressed state there is great guilt and loss of self-confidence, which is shaky even in health. After treatment Susan told me that when she was "low" she felt hollow inside, as though her body was an empty shell. The books describe the "delusions" of Thuja as a sense of fragility and of feeling brittle, as though the person could shatter and break.
Next she noticed a sense of deep wellbeing. "I couldn't stop smiling – everyone at work thought I'd fallen in love!" It was only then that she was able to tell me how she had felt so unattractive that "no one in their right minds could possibly want me".
Over the next few weeks, she noticed a great reduction in her sensitivity to the cold and damp. Her cough went and the polyp in her nose slowly reduced in size. The scar on her arm also started to heal and she felt sufficiently confident to wear sleeveless tops and dresses again. Overall her confidence and self-esteem had improved and she worried far less about what others thought.
Before treatment, she was very concerned about this and would frequently go out of her way to please friends, co-workers and family. Thuja patients can often struggle with identity issues, in that they are so keen to maintain others' happiness that they can sacrifice their own needs, wants and even their ego.
In the past year Susan has not required any further doses of Thuja. She has not had any attacks of sinusitis, thus avoiding the surgeon's knife, much to her delight. She has stopped working so late and is enjoying a busy social life. Her energy remains high and the low moods have disappeared. A course of Acidophilus and a three month yeast and sugar-free diet sorted out the antibiotic induced bowel problems.
Susan's story shows how deep acting a remedy Thuja can be. It was not readily apparent from the initial consultation how she felt about herself. She projected a friendly, cheerful image, which gave no indication of how poor her self image was. Thuja was a very reasonable prescription on a physical level, covering all her symptoms. On a constitutional level it had a very profound effect on her emotional well being.
The tree is beautiful, growing slowly to a height of some fifty feet. It has a fragrant aroma. The stems are covered in tiny nodules, that look like warts and they are concealed by the lush green of the leaves. It is almost as though the tree itself is trying to conceal its ugly side.
The homeopathic remedy is prepared from the fresh twigs and leaves. The tree contains an essential oil which is used for the treatment of wart infections.
As can be seen in Susan's case history, it is a very deep acting remedy, particularly in higher potencies, and should therefore be treated with the respect it deserves. Bill Gray describes Thuja as the "Great Masquerader". As a | 666 |
My adoration for the work of Abbas Kiarostami started shortly after I became a film critic and attended a screening of Taste of Cherry. The movie fascinated me while it perturbed many others, and I began researching and trying to see as many Iranian movies as I could. I found many talented filmmakers, but Kiarostami's work rose to the top, especially his "earthquake trilogy" (Where Is the Friend's Home?; Life and Nothing More, and Through the Olive Trees) and the masterpiece Close-Up. I was enthralled by his use of individuals in uncertain landscapes, either in cars, or on roads.
A few years later, in 2000, he was invited to the San Francisco International Film Festival, and I saw his great The Wind Will Carry Us, twice, and listened to him speak (through a translator) at the Kabuki Theater. I never had the chance to interview him, but my colleague, the late Judy Stone, became quite close with him and regaled me with tales of her visits with him.
After that, Kiarostami turned to more experimental works, from imaginatively constructed narratives like Ten and Certified Copy to more purely abstract works, like Five Dedicated to Ozu and Shirin. I was never sure I liked the experimental stuff as much as I liked his earlier narratives, but any new Kiarostami work was cause for excitement.
Now Kiarostami is gone, passed away on July 4 of 2016, at the age of 76, and we are graced now with his final work, 24 Frames. It's another experimental film, and I can't be sure of how I would have reacted if the master were still alive, but with things as they are, I watched it with a certain final melancholy. I saw great beauty and sadness, trying to imagine the director's final thoughts of his time on this planet, and as a result I think it's a great film, and a last masterpiece.
The idea is that a painting or a photograph takes up only one instant of time, and Kiarostami wondered what might have happened before and after that instant, and decided to use cinema to explore these things. Each segment lasts about four and a half minutes, and presumably the "snapshot" occurs somewhere in the middle. He begins with a<|fim_middle|> collaborator Salma Monshizadeh (14 mins); and a trailer. The liner notes essay is by Bilge Ebiri. | painting, his first "frame," a 16th century painting called The Hunters in the Snow. We are allowed to ponder the work, and then animated birds and a dog wander in and out of the picture.
Hunters and snow and birds and dogs — and many other animals — continue throughout. From there it turns to photos, both black-and-white and color. Horses run on a snowy countryside, viewed from a car window. A cow sleeps on a beach while its fellows wander by. Deer forage in the woods. Birds squabble over perching places. Wolves prowl for food. Sometimes the scenes have funny little moments, and sometimes there are tragic turns. Often, the views are framed by windows, fences, or other naturally-occurring lines.
One frame features humans. Six tourists gather to gaze at the Eiffel Tower, their backs to the camera. They remain still throughout the four minutes as it begins to snow, people walk by in the foreground, and the tower is lit up at night. Sometimes, subjects appear blurry or motionless in the foreground, and we're left to wonder just what the shape actually is. Most segments are quiet, but others contain music, from "Ave Maria" to an Andrew Lloyd Webber song.
It's hauntingly beautiful. Essentially, Kiarostami is using the segments to illustrate both togetherness and isolation. Subjects in some segments seem altogether unaware of other subjects, while others interact with one another in various ways. But as the long, unbroken shots play out, they have a mesmerizing effect. It's easy to get lost in thought on any number of subjects, including the nature of time and the nature of cinema, and especially, life and death (most of the scenes seem to take place in winter, with a tone of finality).
The final frame is one of the most moving. It shows a computer screen on a desk in front of a large picture window. It seems to be very early dawn, still a little dark, and the wind moves the trees outside. A figure is hunched over the desk; after a moment, it stirs. Is it a man sleeping? On the computer screen is an image from what appears to be a black and white movie (The Best Years of Our Lives). It's moving a frame at a time, a frame every few seconds. A man and a woman embrace and kiss. The picture fades out, replaced by "THE END." Over this, the Webber song "Love Never Dies" plays.
Is it a hopeful ending? Or ironic? As with the ending of Taste of Cherry, it could be both, or anything. As much as, or more than, any other filmmaker, Kiarostami handled death in his movies, but used it to enhance life. And now that he himself is dead, his work takes on a new, unexpected resonance. And 24 Frames is a fitting, final work in a remarkable career.
Fittingly, the Criterion Collection has released 24 Frames on Blu-ray. The pictorial quality is flawless and the audio is perfectly immersive. (It's a 2K digital master with a 5.1 DTS-HD soundtrack.) Bonuses include an 8-minute interview with Kiarostamis son Ahmad, who helped finish the film; a conversation between Iranian film scholar Jamsheed Akrami and film critic Godfrey Cheshire (10 mins.); a short documentary about the making of the film by Abbas Kiarostami | 720 |
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Mila inaugurates its new premises in Mile-Ex
A unique Research Centre in Artificial Intelligence for Quebec's economic development
By Meaghan Thurston, Associate Director, Research Communications
Valérie Pisano, Mila president and chief executive officer, at yesterday's inauguration.
On January 28, Mila – Quebec Institute of Artificial Intelligence officially inaugurated its new premises at the O Mile-Ex complex, in the presence of the Minister of Economy and Innovation for the government of Quebec, Pierre Fitzgibbon, and more than 200 partners and players in the Quebec artificial intelligence ecosystem.
Mila is implementing the Strategy for the Development of Quebec's Artificial Intelligence Ecosystem made public by the government of Quebec in June 2018, which key orientations aim to ensure the development and sustainability of the Quebec artificial intelligence (AI) research hub, to develop digital science talents to meet the Quebec's needs, and to accelerate the development and adoption of artificial intelligence solutions.
"The new Mila is a research center that focuses on business innovation, talent development for businesses, new business creation, and technology transfer," said Pierre Boivin, co-chair of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cluster Steering Committee and chairman of the board for Mila. "Mila will receive a contribution of $80 million over five years from the Ministry<|fim_middle|>, now 35, and student researchers. We will help our university partners to graduate each year more than 250 holders of a professional master's degree in artificial intelligence to meet an urgent need of Quebec companies. We will also contribute to the creation and development of new AI companies by stimulating encounters and collisions between our researchers, our partners and our neighbors in this Mile-Ex district where AI is in buzzing."
"The new Mila will accelerate the development of artificial intelligence in Quebec, and it will allow us to prioritise a socially responsible utilisation of AI and a dialogue on related issues so that this technology is developed to serve and benefit society at large," said Yoshua Bengio, scientific director of Mila.
About Mila
The first Computer Laboratory for Adaptive Systems, later called MILA, was created at the University of Montreal by professor Yoshua Bengio in 1993. The new Mila was started in 2017 by the University of Montreal and McGill University with the support of HEC Montréal and Polytechnique Montréal. It brings together the highest concentration of research and development in deep learning and reinforcement. In its new premises at the O Mile-Ex complex, Mila will create a unique space for innovation in artificial intelligence and technology transfer that will make use of interactions with industry and spark the emergence of start-ups while integrating the social impacts of technology in its projects. For more information about Mila, visit mila.quebec.
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About the Reporter | of Economy and Innovation of the government of Quebec. Mila will also get $44 million in funding from CIFAR as partner in the development and implementation of the Pan-Canadian Artificial Intelligence Strategy. The private sector will also add a significant financial contribution to the development of Mila."
"To create more wealth, Quebec must maintain its leadership in artificial intelligence and commercialise the technologies that stem from it. Mila represents a major asset for the dynamism of this community of innovation. University research, training, technology transfer and social dialogue will enable Quebec to develop this now inevitable sector of the economy," confirmedPierre Fitzgibbon, Minister of Economy and Innovation.
All phases of the innovation process
Mila is a unique concept created by McGill and the University of Montréal with the support of HEC Montréal and Polytechnique Montréal. The project brings together, in an off-campus setting, the strengths of these institutions in cutting-edge academic research on artificial intelligence. In order to transform this powerful research into economic development, Mila gathers all phases of the innovation process, from academic research to early stage student projects, to start-ups, to real companies that will commercialize their applications or products.
"MILA has created a convergence of AI talent and research support in Montreal, and McGill is proud to contribute to this vibrant, urban hub of intellectual, cultural and scientific activity," said Martha Crago, Vice-Principal (Research and Innovation), and a member of the MILA Board of Directors. "Trained in this world-leading research and innovation centre, the next generation of researcher talent from McGill and Université de Montreal will enter the workforce prepared both to harness the opportunities afforded by AI and to meet the challenges it poses to us all."
McGill has made a strategic commitment to AI research and dedicated machine learning training. The University provides excellent opportunities for the interdisciplinary study in the Reasoning and Learning Lab in the School of Computer Science and at the Centre for Intelligent Machines, an inter-departmental inter-faculty research group. Six of McGill's recognized leaders in AI, including Doina Precup, Joelle Pineau, and Jackie Cheung, are among the members of the MILA's teaching and research team. Currently, 81 graduate students and postdoctoral fellows are undertaking study and training at MILA.
"Mila and its members carry strong values that we have enshrined in the Montreal Declaration for the Development of Socially Responsible Artificial Intelligence." These values tint the entire Quebec artificial intelligence ecosystem of which Mila is the heart, the soul and the gray matter," said Guy Breton, co-chair of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cluster Steering Committee and rector of the Université de Montreal.
In the heart of Mile-Ex
Built on more than 90,000 sq. ft in a recycled building on Saint-Urbain street, in the heart of Mile-Ex, the new modern spaces will house more than 375 members of the Mila family and 125 researchers and experts from partner companies and institutions. Mila will host research professors; research students at the master's, PhD, and postdoctoral levels; technology development experts; a technology transfer centre; an Espace CDPQ | Axe IA hosting nine start-ups; a dozen corporate labs; a space dedicated to student start-ups; and several spaces to spark interaction and inspire creativity and innovation.
"Today we are making an important step," said Valérie Pisano, president and chief executive officer. "We will maintain our leadership in advanced research in artificial intelligence through the increase of our number of research professors | 733 |
Preliminary NCEA results, just released, paint a bright picture of Manurewa High School's academic success.
And are on a par with the Decile 2 average for Year 13, UE qualification.
The 2013 NCEA results reflect the hard work of staff and students last year. We are certainly punching well above our weight!
The preliminary results also show the great strides Manurewa<|fim_middle|> has made over the past eight years. As the graph shows, there has been close to a 200% improvement since 2006.
Principal Salvatore Gargiulo attributes the high quality involvement of parents in their child's education as an important factor in the improved performance. "While the NCEA results are very pleasing at all levels, I am especially pleased with the performance of the 2013 year 11 students who made the most significant improvement and moved the school to above the national average. This achievement set the standard for the school. To score above the national average is a very good achievement given that many of our students arrive at secondary school with limited reading and writing skills. There are also many students who have achieved at the highest level gaining merit and excellence awards.
As was observed by ERO last year when they reported on high achievement and engagement levels, the results this year are a step higher." | High School | 2 |
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LADOT – Shuttle Endeavor Street Closures
October 11, 2012 Uncategorizedcity, transportationljd2000hotmailcom
Advisory: LADOT Endeavor Street Closures News Advisory: Plan Ahead for Shuttle Endeavor
Plan Ahead for Shuttle Endeavor
The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) will begin closing streets as early as 10 p.m. on Thursday, October 11th, to prepare for the transport of the Space Shuttle<|fim_middle|>0 billion in guaranteed future tax revenue to secure federal financing for a dozen mass transit construction projects.
Riders win because the miles of new rail lines and rapid bus lanes open in 10 years rather than spreading construction over three decades; the county and the unions win because the plan creates 165,000 jobs when employment is most needed; the federal government and American taxpayers win since the county has a guaranteed revenue stream to pay back the debt; and Villaraigosa wins with a legacy project that jumpstarts traffic decongestion and improves air quality.
Of course, like any major civic effort, 30-10 is actually extremely complicated, and changing the local transit landscape requires going well beyond Los Angeles. In this case, bringing the vision to reality requires getting Congressional legislation passed in Washington, D.C.
LA City 2010 Bicycle Plan Webinars
July 16, 2010 Uncategorizedbicycling, development, planning, transportationljd2000hotmailcom
Are you into cycling? Then check out these webinars the city is hosting later this month:
We're very pleased to announce that the Department of City Planning is hosting its first-ever citywide "webinars" on Thursday, July 22, to give you the opportunity to learn more and ask questions about the City's new Draft Bicycle Plan and Five-Year Implementation Strategy. From San Pedro to Chatsworth, Venice to Boyle Heights, bicyclists and community members will be coming together on-line, from their own homes, to learn about the steps Los Angeles is taking to become a bicycle-friendly city. We hope that you'll help spread the word about these pioneering web-based public meetings to your membership/readership.
Continue reading LA City 2010 Bicycle Plan Webinars → | Endeavour. LADOT anticipates that traffic in the areas surrounding the shuttle route will be negatively impacted, and drivers should expect delays. Law Enforcement and LADOT asks the public to Plan ahead and consider alternative routes. See below for approximate closure times:
Closed from 10/11/12 10:00 p.m. to 10/12/12 6:00 a.m.
Northside Parkway from Westchester Parkway to Lincoln Boulevard
Westchester Parkway from Loyola Boulevard to La Tijera Boulevard
La Tijera Boulevard from Westchester Parkway to Sepulveda Boulevard
Closed from 10/11/12 10:00 pm to 10/12/12 5:00 p.m.
Sepulveda Eastway from Westchester Pkwy to 87th Street
Closed from 10/12/12 4:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
La Tijera Boulevard from Sepulveda Boulevard to Manchester Avenue
Closed from 10/12/12 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Manchester Avenue from Sepulveda Boulevard to Aviation Boulevard
Closed from 10/13/12 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Crenshaw Boulevard from 79thth Street to Vernon Avenue
Closed from 10/12/12 8:00 p.m. to 10/13/12 8:00 p.m.
Crenshaw Boulevard from Vernon Avenue to 39th Street
Martin Luther King Boulevard from Marltin Avenue to 4th Avenue
Closed from 10/13/12 4:00 p.m.to 10:00 p.m.
Martin Luther King Boulevard from 4th Avenue to Figueroa Street
Bill Robertson Lane from Martin Luther King Boulevard to Exposition Park
Additional closures include: On Thursday, October 11th, one lane in each direction of Lincoln Blvd (Between Sepulveda and Manchester) will be closed from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. for removing the median barriers.
On Thursday, October 11th, Lincoln Boulevard (LA Highway 1) will be completely closed in both directions (Between Sepulveda and Manchester) from 8:30 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. of October 12th.
On Saturday, October 13th, one lane on each direction of Lincoln Blvd (Between Sepulveda and Manchester) will be closed for the reconstruction of the median barrier from 4:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Additionally, the following schedule is currently under consideration: Route Interstate 405 Freeway on and off ramps at Manchester Avenue will be closed from 10:00 am October 12th, (Friday) to about 4:00 a.m. (Saturday morning/night) October 13. Route 405 southbound off-ramp at La Cienega Blvd. /Florence Avenue will also be closed during this time.
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L.A. Approves 10-Year Contract For Up To 6,000 Bus Benches
September 3, 2011 Uncategorizedcity, traffic, transportationljd2000hotmailcom
The City Council replaces current vendor Norman Bench with Martin Outdoor Media. It also rejects a proposal to shield the existing contractor from having to pay the city any outstanding debts.
One of the bus benches soon to be removed can be seen on Wilshire Boulevard. The L.A. City Council voted to replace its current vendor, Norman Bench, with Martin Outdoor Media. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
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The Road to Transitville
September 13, 2010 Uncategorizedcity, development, mta, transportationljd2000hotmailcom
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Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa's 30/10 plan sounds simple: A county in dire need of economic stimulus uses $4 | 910 |
Ramble up Las Ramblas to discover the heart of Barcelona, Spain's second largest city and home of the famed football-craze<|fim_middle|> the La Boqueria market and the Picasso Museum, and heads straight from the port into the main city square, Plaça Catalunya. | that is F.C. Barcelona. Football fans aside, anyone who enjoys a good dose of culture will revel in the city's rich cultural heritage. The city is perhaps best characterised for its unique architectural works of Antoni Gaudi, many of which have been designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
It may have started its life as a Roman settlement, but today Barcelona embodies the essence of Spanish culture and tradition, albeit with a bit of a quirky twist, thanks mostly to Gaudi's signature Art Noveau architecture, which blends effortlessly with the Gothic and Medieval hotspots around the city.
Your cruise ship will dock at the Port of Barcelona, at the foot of the vibrant Las Ramblas shopping boulevard that runs through the heart of the city. This mostly pedestrianised street is only about 1.2km long, with such attractions as | 168 |
Grand Prix Glory for David Simpson at the Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show
Closing the week of spectacular sport at the Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show, the final day of elite showjumping action delivered outstanding results from world-class talent with a challenging Dodson & Horrell Grand Prix, proving to be a thrilling climax for spectators.
Grand Prix glory was earned by the unbeatable combination of David Simpson and Foudre F, taking the title honours by producing the only double clear in the highly competitive Dodson & Horrell CSI3* Grand Prix, and taking the lion share of the £50,000 prize fund. The concluding classes of the week offered a final challenge to riders, which saw combinations rise to the occasion and dig deep to emerge victorious.
The pinnacle class of the show, the highly anticipated Dodson & Horrell CSI3* 1.50m Grand Prix took centre stage as the penultimate class of the 2021 show. With leading lady riders and winners of the World-Ranking Dodson & Horrell Grand Prix qualifiers on the Thursday and Friday of the show, Holly Smith with Fruselli and Angelie Von Essen with Cochella set the standard early in the week, promising a fierce Grand Prix battle at Bolesworth.
Up to height with all the questions expected of a world ranking Grand Prix, it was Olympic Team Member Holly Smith with Fruselli who set the standard with an outstanding clear in the first round, followed by another faultless round by Ireland's David Simpson and Foudre F. Concluding the first phase, the top 12 combinations continued through to the next round, with the advantage lying with Holly & David as the only clears.
The two riders on just 1 time penalty from the first round, William Whitaker with Galtur and Daniel Coyle with Oak Grove's Carlyle, put the pressure on with a faultless second round in a quick time, with William lying in the top spot. Holly was<|fim_middle|>3* was absolute class and so exciting for us to all enjoy. Congratulations are extended to David and all the deserving winners from the Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show."
Sam Horrell, Managing Director of Dodson & Horrell, continued: "We're delighted with the success of the show, it's been great for our team to speak to so many show visitors and riders, and we've enjoyed being a part of the sporting success of our brand ambassadors too. This is our first year of title sponsorship and we are grateful to Nina and her team for putting on such a fantastic top sporting event. We're looking forward to returning next year."
As the gates close and the sun sets on another successful Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show, the summer of equestrian sport continues at Bolesworth, looking ahead to the Al Shira'aa Bolesworth Young Horse Championships, 18th - 22nd August.
Sign up for ticket alerts now at www.bolesworthyounghorse.com. Returning to the heart of the city once again this year, the Liverpool International Horse Show at the M&S Bank Area, the ultimate new year equestrian celebration is back on 31st December 2021 - 3rd January 2022.
Visit www.liverpoolhorseshow.com for further details and to sign up for ticket alerts. Aside from the world-class equestrian calendar, Bolesworth Estate also hosts a number of other events, including new for 2021, the Christmas Light Trail taking place 26th November - 24th December 2021. Full details can be found at www.bolesworth.com. | the first of the clears to take on the shortened course, as the crowds held their breath in anticipation, before the combination was caught out on a turnback to an imposing upright. With Holly now leaving the gate open, David knew he needed to go clear to win. Sticking to his plan and trusting his horse, he came home with all the fences intact, the only double clear of a seriously testing class.
David Simpson on his win: "I thought the course builder Louis Konickx did a great job, the time allowed was tight, but being a Grand Prix, it should be tough. I just went over the course; I knew Holly was the only one I was focused on that I had to beat. I just stuck to my plan, and it paid off.
"Foudre F was Shane Breen's horse. I rode him in a couple of classes in Dubai, and we hit it off straight away. After 2 months riding him in Dubai, we came back and I had to buy him, I had a feeling he was a really special horse. It took about a year to get him to this level of consistency but he's an incredible horse. He gets a bit tense around the ring but has a great brain. I've never ridden something that is so consistently careful and tries so hard, I can't speak highly enough of him."
He continued: "It's incredible to have spectators back at sport. When I'm on my course, I'm completely focussed, but when you hit the ground after the last fence and you hear the crowd, there's nothing quite like it."
Second place William Whitaker and Galtur, owned by Philip and Jane Tuckwell spent lockdown really getting to know each other, which has certainly paid dividends today.
William commented: "Following a brilliant first round, it was a difficult one to judge but worth taking a few risks that paid off today. It was a tough course, and the time was tight, but the standards are really high so it's what you'd expect. I knew we weren't the fastest combination in the world, but I knew where I had to take my time and where I could save a few seconds, I couldn't fault the horse, I'm really pleased."
Finishing in third place was the highest World Ranked rider in the class, Ireland's Daniel Coyle, on his relatively new ride Oak Grove's Carlyle. He commented, "Everyone wants to win, but this is our third show together and one of the biggest, so I am really pleased with the result." Favourites Holly Smith and Fruselli finished in a respectable 4th, with Angelie Von Essen and Cochella flying the flag for Sweden in 9th.
Echoed throughout the five days was the quality of the arenas and the courses, which set the stage for highly competitive classes. This year the responsibility for the course design and build was taken by Louis Konickx from the Netherlands who commented, "When you are a course designer in a new arena, new venue, you have to find the nice lines – the lines that can help you to make nice challenges and distances and so on." Louis now leaves Bolesworth and heads to Tokyo for the Olympic Games as a Technical Delegate.
The Al Shira'aa CSI 7 YO Young Horse class saw a strong start list across five nations with a world class selection of young show jumpers going head-to-head. The quality of the horses jumping was clear to see with breeding which featured renowned stallions Balou de Rouet, Diamant de Semilly and Diarado. With ten combinations put forward to the second round against the clock, it was Joss Williams and Fourfields Darc Maxim who took the title. Second place was awarded to William Whittaker and JX Hale with a notable third to Olympic Team GBR rider Ben Maher with the promising young horse, Point Break.
Always a crowd-favourite the Mini Major brought the entertainment as senior riders donned their finest fancy dress outfits in a relay round against the clock with upcoming junior riders, dressed equally as elaborately. First in Lily Attwood and Abigail Wicks posted a stellar clear in a fast time, which proved hard to beat. That is until confirmed Young Rider European Championships 2021 team member Robert Murphy and Emily Gulliver took to the arena, shaving off two seconds from the leading time and taking strides out at every opportunity.
Junior rider, Emily Gulliver, aptly dressed as Superwoman, on her win: "Izzy was very, very excited and very fast! She can be really strong, but my plan was to turn as fast as I could and then gallop. Robert was a really fast partner; he went faster than I thought!"
Fresh from a win at the Global Champions Tour in Paris, first timers to Bolesworth, Florence Pollard and her own 10-year-old gelding, Gerswin, were drawn first in the Owl Homes CSI-Amateur 1.25m Grand Prix second round, providing the first double clear of the class and going on to secure the first place. Calling on her trainer, Olympic eventer Nicola Wilson, for advice on the demanding course, Nicola's words of encouragement formulated the plan for success: "Make your own plan and kick on, he's brave and you both know what you are doing." Florence entered the arena with Nicola's motto, "go hard or go home on the last day" at the forefront of her mind.
A challenge from the off, with an imposing triple bar then seven strides to a tall upright on a curving line as fences one and two, the eVetDrug CSI3* 1.35m tested riders with a number of up to height square oxers on a related distance, with many riders struggling to leave the back bar in place. Mastering the course with two seconds in hand, Mark Edwards with Flying Tinker II took the title followed by Jackson Reed Stephenson and Muna Vd Bisschop, and Ireland's Daniel Coyle with Ivory Tcs finishing third.
Nina Barbour, Managing Director of Bolesworth, said: "It's been a phenomenal five days of top sport, and it's been even more special being able to welcome back spectators to Bolesworth. David Simpson's win in the Dodson & Horrell CSI | 1,297 |
More advanced<|fim_middle|> of composite material mechanics problems using MATLAB. | topics are dealt with in a companion volume - Mechanics of Materials 2. Each chapter contains a summary of the essential formulae which are developed in the chapter, and a large number of worked examples which progress in level of difficulty as the principles are enlarged upon. In addition, each chapter concludes with an extensive selection of problems for solution by the student... Said flexural rigidity is determined by Eq. (4) where h, E and ν are the diaphragm thickness, Young's modulus, and Poisson's ratio respectively.
of materials 9th edition solutions pdf mechanics of materials 9th edition pdf mechanics o mechanics of materials 9th edition goodno solutions manual.... This textbook makes use of the popular computer program MATLAB as the major computer tool to study mechanics of composite materials. It is written specifically for students in engineering and materials science, examining step-by-step solutions | 177 |
Many, if not all, companies deal with employee burnout. When employees feel burnt out and under-appreciated, then productivity and revenue of the company decreases. Are you worried an employee's flame is sputtering? Here are the most common signs of a burnt out employee.
When an employee suddenly starts missing work more often than normal, it's usually a sign that the employee is burnt out. This is especially true if the employee who begins missing hardly ever missed a day before.
This is a very common sign that an employee is feeling the stress of work. When an employee is struggling to find meaning in their job, they will try to limit their time at work as much as possible. By still coming to work they reduce the chance of being noticed by their superiors.
A once productive and highly motivated employee who suddenly becomes slack and begins missing deadlines is an employee who is dealing with burnout.
Employees will begin to feel frustrated if their work seems to amount to nothing. Frustration can also be an effect of a poor work environment. Whatever may be causing your employee's frustration, it will eventually leave him or her feeling burnt out.
This is a huge sign that your employee is dealing with burnout. Burnt out employees are often stressed and stretched to their limits. This leads to stress-related illnesses that take them away from their work, which in turn lowers your company's productivity.
Does one of your most positive employees suddenly seem down and unenthused? Chances are that this employee could be dealing with burnout. It is hard to feel enthusiastic about a job that no longer feels satisfying.
When an employee no longer enjoys their job, they begin to become reclusive and isolate themselves from others within the workplace.
Remember, just because someone is displaying one of these signs does not necessarily mean that they are burnt out, it could just be a part of their personality or they could be dealing with obstacles at home that<|fim_middle|> a vacation is not going to be a cure all. Changes should be made within the workplace itself to limit employee burnout.
Give your employees a chance to discuss what they are working on and any issues they may have. This allows your employees to have a voice within the company.
When an employee begins to feel burnt out, they begin to focus only on the negatives of the job. They completely forget about the positives. Bring back the positive side of the job by emphasizing the benefits of working for your company.
Any person is bound to feel burnt out if all their hard work is ignored and unappreciated. When a boss or manager recognizes their employees and the hard work they do, then employees feel appreciated and are more likely to work harder.
If there are no expectations, then it is hard for an employee to become engaged in their work. It is difficult to know exactly what is wanted of you when no one can make it clear to you.
Nothing is worse than working without a purpose. Once you find out what motivates your employees, use it to give them purpose to their work. Nothing is more motivating to an employee than having an end goal to strive for.
Stress is a major factor in decreased productivity. When a job becomes too stressful, it is hard to continue and no longer seems worth the trouble. Encouraging stress relievers helps employees to unwind from work and come back to it fresh and stress free.
Getting outside can work wonders for employees stuck inside all day. Whether you encourage outside breaks or walks during lunch, employees will come back feeling energized. No one likes to sit at a desk all day.
What person doesn't enjoy a relaxing vacation? Well, you would be surprised how many workers do not take advantage of the vacation days offered them. Keep track of your employees' vacation days and make sure that they use them. Taking a break and getting away from the office can relieve stress and refresh an individual's work resolve.
Give raises when raises are due. Do not just reward employees you like. Reward those who work hard and deserve to be recognized for their efforts. Sometimes just saying a kind word is not enough. Action shows greater appreciation.
Continually develop your skills by going to leadership trainings. Though these can sometimes feel like a waste of time, you will learn a thing or two about building up your employees and creating a strong workforce for your company.
Sometimes the best way to motivate an employee is to give them the opportunity to climb within the company or increase their pay by increasing their knowledge. No one likes to feel like they are stuck in one place.
Assign tasks that fit the unique abilities of each employee. True, giving an employee something more difficult than they are used to can help them learn and grow, but if that employee does not have the skills necessary to complete the task set before them, they can become discouraged and less productive. Make sure you know an employee is able to handle a task before you give it to them.
Being able to recognize and put a stop to employee burnout in your company will increase your productivity and revenue. While this is true, more importantly, it will create a great work environment every employee will be happy to work in. Take a hard look at your company and make the necessary changes that will transform it from good to great.
How do you keep your employees from feeling burnt out? | are in turn translating to the work place. The best way to determine the cause of your employees' actions is by getting to know them, so you can more easily identify changes in their behavior.
Now that we have discussed the signs of employee burnout, I am sure you are keenly interested in knowing how to reverse or prevent it altogether. The first thing you should know is that there is no quick fix to employee burnout. Simply sending someone off on | 92 |
Cleckner on Radio Thursday
Lisa B. Cleckner, Ph.D., the new director of the Finger Lakes Institute at HWS, will be interviewed on Finger Lakes Radio on Thursday, Jan. 6, at 8:10 a.m.
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Collier '73 Honored for Great Lakes Leadership | inger Lakes News Radio is 1240, WGVA in Geneva and 1590AM and 98.1FM, WAUB in Auburn. An archive of the interview will be available on the station's website, http://fingerlakesdailynews.com/webpages/view/Finger_Lakes_Morning_News/.
An expert in collaborative aquatic research, community outreach and administration, Cleckner was most recently assistant director of operations with the Syracuse Center of Excellence in Environmental and Energy Systems, in Syracuse, N.Y. There, Cleckner worked with academic institutions and industry partners on applied research and demonstration projects in water resources, clean and renewable energy, and indoor environmental quality. More information about her is | 146 |
HOUSTON, Texas Children's Hospital -- As the weather heats up, it's more important for kids and adolescents to stay cool while playing outdoors.
Heat cramps are the mildest of these injuries and are characterized by severe muscle<|fim_middle|>, even if they don't feel thirsty. | pain and spasms. While heat cramps are seldom serious, they should not be taken lightly. Heat cramps are an early warning sign that the body is having difficulty adjusting to the heat.
Shook said that heat-related injuries can be avoided by taking the proper precautions during the hot, summer months. All heat-related injuries are caused by a lack of hydration, so the key to prevention is replenishing the body with plenty of fluids, preferably water. Children should take 30-40 minute breaks from the heat during the day to avoid heat-related injuries.
Dress children in light, loose-fitting clothes, such as cotton, so sweat can evaporate.
Avoid giving children drinks with caffeine and sugar. These beverages actually cause the body to loose more fluids.
Make sure children are well-hydrated before starting prolonged physical activity. Children should drink liquids periodically during activities | 177 |
Best of the New Kids Books for November
November New Books
It's another new month, which means….more new books! Every month publishers release hundreds of new books. It's hard to keep up with all the new books, so I've culled through them and here's my picks for what's coming out this month! For November, I'm doing an adult edition also, so check that one out too!
November has some great books coming out. There is a new Diary of a Wimpy Kid, a new Dork Diary, a backstory on the Queen of Hearts. Take a look and see what you'll be reading this month!
November Children's Chapter Books
Diary of a Wimpy Kid #11: Double Down by Jeff Kinney due out 11/1
The pressure's really piling up on Greg Heffley. His mom thinks video games are turning his brain to mush, so she wants her son to put down the controller and explore his "creative side."
As if that's not scary enough, Halloween's just around the corner and the frights are coming at Greg from every angle.
When Greg discovers a bag of gummy worms, it sparks an idea. Can he get his mom off his back by making a movie . . . and will he become rich and famous in the process? Or will doubling down on this plan just double Greg's troubles?
Ever After High: Epic Winter by Perdita Finn due out 11/1
When the rebellious Jackie Frost and her brother, Northwind, plot to take control of the Winter Palace and curse the Royal Winter Family, a treacherous storm threatens all of Ever After! Under Jackie's chilly curse, the Snow King freezes out everyone in the palace, including his daughter: Crystal Winter. As a wicked winter spreads across the land, Crystal takes off on a daring quest with her friends from Ever After High to melt her father's frozen heart and save the world from turning into a giant snow globe. With Jackie and other fairy dark forces working against them, will Crystal, Briar, Ashlynn, and the rest of the gang be able to heat things up before summer is gone forever after?
Dork Diaries #11: Tales of a Not-so-Friendly Frenemy by Rachel Renee Russell due out 11/15
Nikki and her friends Brandon, Chloe, and Zoey are up for another adventure in the eleventh book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Dork Diaries series
A Devlin Quick Mystery
Into the Lion's Den: A Devlin Quick Mystery by Linda Fairstein due out 11/15
Someone has stolen a page from a rare book in the New York Public Library. At least, that's what Devlin's friend Liza thinks she's seen, but she can't be sure. Any other kid might not see a crime here, but Devlin Quick is courageous and confident, and she knows she has to bring this man to justice—even if it means breathlessly racing around the city to collect evidence. But who is this thief? And what could the page—an old map—possibly lead to? With her wits, persistence, and the help of New York City's finest (and, okay, a little bit of help from her police commissioner mother, too), Dev and her friends piece the clues together to uncover a mystery that's bigger than anyone expected—and more fun, too.
With all of the heart-pounding excitement that made her internationally bestselling Alexandra Cooper series a hit, Linda Fairstein paves the way for another unstoppable heroine . . . even if she is only twelve
Pokémon Visual Companion due out 11/15
Newly updated to cover the Kalos region, characters, and events, the Pokémon Visual Companion is the essential guide to the animated world of Pokémon. This volume collects the entirety of the Pokémon experience. From ASH to Zoroark, from Kanto to Pokémon's effect in our world, we catch it all. Featuring plot and stills from each season of the television animated series, amazing art, and a breakdown of every gym badge and contest ribbon, this ultimate collectible is the requisite reference for every Pokémon fan.
November YA/Teen Books
The Amateurs
The Amateurs by Sara Shephard due out 11/1
As soon as Seneca Frazier sees the post on the Case Not Closed website about Helena Kelly, she's hooked. Helena's high-profile disappearance five years earlier is the one that originally got Seneca addicted to true crime. It's the reason she's a member of the site in the first place.
So when Maddy Wright, her best friend from the CNC site, invites Seneca to spend spring break in Connecticut looking into the cold case, she immediately packs her bag. But the moment she steps off the train in trendy, glamorous Dexby, things begin to go wrong. Maddy is nothing like she expected, and Helena's sister, Aerin Kelly, seems completely hostile and totally uninterested in helping with their murder investigation.
But somewhere nearby the killer is watching . . . ready to do whatever it takes to make sure the truth stays buried.
Twilight Reimagined
Life and Death: Twilight Reimagined by Stephanie Meyer due out 11/1
There are two sides to every story…. You know Bella and Edward, now get to know Beau and Edythe.
When Beaufort Swan moves to the gloomy town of Forks and meets the mysterious, alluring Edythe Cullen, his life takes a thrilling and terrifying turn. With her porcelain skin, golden eyes, mesmerizing voice, and supernatural gifts, Edythe is both irresistible and enigmatic.
What Beau doesn't realize is the closer he gets to her, the more he is putting himself and those around him at risk. And, it might be too late to turn back….
Heartless by Marissa Meyer due out 11/8
Long before she was the terror of Wonderland, she was just a girl who wanted to fall in love. Catherine may be one of the most desired girls in Wonderland, and a favorite of the unmarried King of Hearts, but her interests lie elsewhere. A talented baker, all she wants is to open a shop with her best friend. But according to her mother, such a goal is unthinkable for the young woman who could be the next queen.Then Cath meets Jest, the handsome and mysterious court joker. For the first time, she feels the pull of true attraction. At the risk of offending the king and infuriating her parents, she and Jest enter into an intense, secret courtship. Cath is determined to define her own destiny and fall in love on her terms. But in a land thriving with magic, madness, and monsters, fate has other plans.
In her first stand-alone teen<|fim_middle|> storytelling at its very best.
Ranger's Apprentice
Ranger's Apprentice: The Battle of Hackham Heath by John Flanagan due out 11/29
When the former Baron Morgarath escaped to avoid punishment for treason, an uneasy peace fell on Araluen. But Morgarath, now in hiding, is already planning his next move, recruiting an army of savage, overpowering beasts known as Wargals. Newly crowned King Duncan knows he must assemble his troops for battle.
To find out the full extent of Morgarath's plan of attack, Halt prepares for a seemingly impossible task–climbing the deadly cliffs of the Mountains of Rain and Night and venturing deep into enemy territory to spy. After all, the winner of this war could be determined by one wrong move.
At the Battle of Hackham Heath, the fate of a Kingdom will be decided. This origin story of how Halt came to be Araluen's most famous Ranger – and how war will decide the future of the next generation – will thrill Ranger's Apprentice fans and new readers alike
So, that's the list for November new books! Does anything here catch your eye?! I'm really looking forward to the Fantastic Beasts book & movie!
Share your thoughts on what you're interested in!
Here's a link to the November New Books ~ Adult Edition. There are lots of great books coming out this month for us, too 🙂
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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: Original Screen play by J.K. Rowling due out 11/19
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"… complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but made himself nothing, taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of man. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.
Humiliation is the acquisition of genuine humility through the most honest means available. It need not be public humiliation, or even very severe for that matter, but it<|fim_middle|> person be so well conditioned to church life that he seeks advice from his pastor, but live so immorally that the idea of celibacy seems utterly foreign? It's about what we consider real knowledge. The tip-off to Mitch's mind-set, his worldview, was in the first part of his conversation, when he essentially excused his sexual evil by assuming that this was "a part of life." It may be a part of life in a sense, but is God's will not a part of life? Apparently God's word was not as 'factual' a part of Mitch's life as his own need for intimacy. He obviously 'knew' that his needs were paramount and must be met. But God's instruction was not quite so convincing, so 'factual.' Why is that? Because Mitch's mind has been trained in the 'fact' of his psychological needs, but is deficient in the perspective God presents on these needs. He simply didn't believe God's view of relationships.
People always do what they truly believe, and they tend to believe what they think most about. Thinking and believing eventually blend to form the mind. Which is why Proverbs 1:7 says, "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge." It does not say that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of faith, but of knowledge. The presence and power of the Lord is apparently a fact God wants us to put at the front of everything else we call knowledge. Mitch had relegated his faith in the Lord to the area of feeling, opinion, while firmly grounding his life-choices in the 'facts' of his needs.
The mind is the central organ of faith. J. P. Moreland, professor of philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, points out that the Bible says more about knowledge than it does about faith. He's right. But the statement sounds strange to our ears because most of us have been taught since we were young that vibrant faith and factual knowledge are two different things. With our hearts we "feel and believe" and with our minds we "think and learn." It becomes possible then to 'think' one way and 'believe' another. Jesus didn't think so. In Matt 22:37, quoting Deuteronomy 6:5, he says we should "… love the Lord with all our heart, soul, and mind." He is equating these three, not dividing them.
In the biblical worldview God presents real knowledge, which we should absorb mentally and use to interpret everything else in life. Wisdom (the ability to live faithfully and well) grows organically out of God's revelation in His word and His world. Scripture sees no distinction between the mind and the heart, like we assume when we say things like, "My mind is telling me one thing but my heart is telling me another!" Or, "Don't think about it, just do it – follow your heart." These statements reflect not a difference between feeling and thinking, but a conflict between desire and virtue. The mind is very active in all such decisions. The only question is whether it is thinking faithfully, based on God's wisdom, or crookedly based on fallen presuppositions.
So, we must think and feel like Christians. To do that we must treat God's word as factual in a way that puts all other knowledge into perspective. | is the piercing, conscious awareness of specific failure coupled with a sense of needing and receiving grace from the Lord. It is one of the essential ingredients in what the Bible calls repentance, the first step into eternal life. But it's not just the first step, is it? Do we not learn to walk in this humble repentance always? Is this not walking in the Spirit? (Gal.5:25-26).
Let me suggest that true humility is actually growing in us when the Lord arranges for us to be sinned against, slighted, ignored, embarrassed, or in some way hurt by others. At moments like these, when angry self-righteousness so naturally erupts, we might ask ourselves the same question God asked Jonah, "Do you have a right to be so angry?" What would our reaction be if we really didn't care about our reputation or prestige and only cared about the truth, the needs of others, or the will of the Lord in the situation? In other words, what would it be like if we thought like Jesus on the subject at hand?
I have heard Christians seriously teach that, "It's a sin to allow anybody to sin against you," which would mean of course that our Lord is the worst sinner of all time (!). Do we have to let others sin against us in every case? Of course not. Justice is also a virtue. But as Christians we have the right and the power to let others hurt us unjustly without retaliating. And the exercise of doing just that is the one way we can cooperate with the growth of humility in our hearts. How else could our Lord teach and demonstrate his famous instruction to turn the other cheek (Take a moment to look up the following verses: Matt.5:38-42; Romans 12:14-21; 1 Peter 2:19-25). Jesus saved the world by doing precisely what he instructs us to do in strategic situations—let pain and humiliation happen to us. The result in us is a true selflessness, a relief from the burden of appearing perfect, of living up to the unbearable weight of our own reputation for maturity. Under the grace of the Lord, we will sense the love, joy and peace—the relief—that comes from simply loving and being loved by the Lord himself (See 1 Cor.13).
Some years ago I sat in my study with a middle-aged, moderately successful, single Christian man I'll call Mitch (not his real name of course). He had made the appointment to discuss his frustration with life in general and his confusion about God's guidance. He was articulate, outspoken in his faith, regular in attendance at an evangelical church. He was also a veteran of several marriages and affairs. As we talked I asked him if he was sleeping with his current girlfriend (whom he recently met at church by the way, because he wouldn't dream of dating anybody who wasn't a Christian).
"Well, I need some perspective on where this relationship is going," he said.
"I don't think so," I said flatly.
His eyes widened as he sat back in his chair. "Why not?" he asked. It was obvious that my role in this conversation was to affirm his strong walk with the Lord and his deep desire to marry yet again, which, being God's primary purpose for his life, would make him supremely happy … finally.
"What?!" he exclaimed, leaning forward across the table. "I have needs for companionship, intimacy. What about that?" He was becoming agitated now.
You would have thought I had suggested amputation (It crossed my mind actually).
"Well, I'll have to pray about that," he said. He sat still, hands flat on the table between us, eyes down, scanning like a line of lights on a computer with too much data to process.
After many seconds of silence, I suggested praying. He nodded blankly. I prayed. He didn't. He shook my hand and thanked me for my time.
I heard several months later that Mitch had married, but that things were not well. They were seeking counsel, Christian of course.
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Saturday, February 11, 2017: Blowout tide alert ... anger in the express line
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Saturday, February 11, 2017: Blowout tide alert. I realize most vessels have been pulled for the winter but a goodly number, especially commercial vessels, are still in the water. Also, many bayside homes have to keep a close eye on docks and such when things get as low as they'll be getting by Tuesday.
Blowout tides can also have some odd impacts ... oldgobbler.com
For me, a tide like this signals oyster pickin' time. Very quietly, indigenous diploid oysters, which had been ravaged by over harvesting followed by disease, have made a very decent comeback. A few can be harvested without even remotely harming the beds, which I tend to call banks, another acceptable term. Around here, the more common picking areas are along the banks of sedges and estuaries.
Yes, if you have a recreational license, it is legal to keep oysters -- though picking the allowed recreational limit of 150 per day would quickly put a huge hurt on recovering oyster banks. Of course, knowing the whereabouts of those banks is generally a well-kept secret among a mere few folks. What's more, it takes a seriously low tide to expose them.
I'm going to add this read on the NJDEP rule regarding all shellfish.
"A shellfish license (formerly called clamming) is required for harvesting all species of benthic mollusks (except conchs, addressed in the commercial marine fisheries regulations), including, but not limited to, hard and soft clams, surf clams, oysters, bay scallops and<|fim_middle|> the cetaceans already dead this morning in what is considered the third-largest whale beaching in the country since record-keeping began in the 1800s.
A New Zealand Department of Conservation worker saw the whales in the water Thursday night (Feb. 9) local time, finding the whales sprawled across the beach this morning along Farewell Spit, a narrow strip of land on the South Island.
More than 500 volunteers have come out to help with the rescue effort, with images showing people pouring water on the whales and covering them with what look like ripped T-shirts. [See Photos of Whales and Sharks from Above]
DOC staff and volunteers tried to refloat more than 100 of the live whales when the tide came in at 10:30 a.m. local time today (Feb. 10); about 50 whales swam into the bay successfully, while 80 to 90 of them re-stranded on the beach, according to a statement by the DOC.
Another refloating attempt is scheduled for Saturday (Feb. 11) at noon, during high tide, according to the DOC. The staff don't interact with the whales when it's dark for safety reasons: Pilot whales can get agitated when they're stressed and a flick of a fin or tail can injure or even kill a human, the DOC said. "They also carry diseases, so people need to avoid contact with blowhole exhalent or body fluids," the DOC said.
As for why whales land themselves on the beach and in large groups is a mystery, with a number of theories put forth by marine mammal experts, from malfunctions to their onboard "GPS," to a genetic pull toward the land, to a follow-the-pod-leader behavior.
Pilot whales, which are social animals, are well-known for stranding in groups of just a few to several hundred individuals, according to the American Cetacean Society. This would support the idea that when one pod member gets sick and ends up on dry land, the others swim to its aid, according to the DOC.
A member of the dolphin family, pilot whales use echolocation to get around, and if that ability is disrupted it could also lead to a stranding. "The most likely hypothesis is that pilot whales' echolocation is not well-suited to shallow, gently sloping waters, because they generally prefer high relief (steep) areas such as the edge of the continental shelf," according to a DOC fact sheet. "This would also explain why most mass strandings happen in summer, when the whales follow popular food sources inshore."
And Farewell Spit is located on the north end of Golden Bay, a known hotspot for pilot whale strandings.
The largest mass stranding of pilot whales in New Zealand occurred at another hotspot — Chatham Islands, where 1,000 whales stranded in 1918, and then in 1985, some 450 individuals landed on the beach.
NASA scientists have launched a study of a more far-out idea: that solar storms mess with the internal compasses of whales and dolphins, leading to stranding events.
Experts at Massey University are expected to undertake animal autopsies, or necropsies, of some of the pilot whales today, according to the DOC.
Due to the stranding, the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand is restricting airspace over the Farewell Spit Nature Reserve, barring any planes, drones or helicopters from flying under 2,000 feet (600 meters) there.
Original article on Live Science.
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I always like to note, without prejudice, you do need a license to keep washed up surf clams. Of course, the days of astounding surf clams washups began disappearing over a dozen years ago. These vitally important clams were on the way out long before Sandy and the beach replenishment. It is a total baffler as to what has happened to the nearshore surf clams. No, it is positively not due to over harvesting by the clamming industry, which is strictly regulated and continues to do fairly well – and clam further out at sea than our near-beach zone.
For many years, former headboat captain Bill Hammerstrom related the disappearance to freshwater intrusion from sewer outflow pipes right along the beachline.
Below is from a very interesting oyster article in www.foodrepublic.com (great site, also) written by Linnea Covington, see: www.foodrepublic.com/2014/11/26/10-things-you-probably-didnt-know-a.... The article lists some cool factoids about oysters. Here's a couple that fit in locally.
Oysters taste better in the winter:
Ever wonder why there's the adage about not eating oysters in months that don't have an r letter (think May, June, July and August)? The main reason is because it's harder to keep them cold and fresh in the heat, especially before refrigeration. But the other reason is because in the summer months the bivalves are spawning, which gives them a weak and watery flavor. During the winter months, when the water is nice and cold, these molluscs really thrive. "They just taste a lot better when the water is colder," says Stephanie Villani, who sells seafood in the NYC farmers' market through her Long Island-based company Blue Moon Fish. "We don't even bother to bring oysters in in the summer."
NYC used to be the place to eat oysters:
When the Dutch first arrived in Manhattan during the 17th century, the island was covered in oyster beds, and oysters were a treat they, as well as the native population of Lenape Indians, thoroughly enjoyed. As more settlers came in and New York grew as a city, so did the consumption of this popular mollusc. By the 19th century, the oyster beds found in New York Harbor were the largest source of these creatures worldwide. In the city itself you could get raw oysters from street vendors or go to what was called an oyster saloon and find oysters cooked in all sorts of ways including scalloped, fried, dipped in butter, pan roasted and made into a stew. Unfortunately, this obsession with the mollusc caused mass destruction to the oyster beds, and they were all but wiped out. Today, there has been a strong push to revitalize the native oysters, though the days of having the streets of Manhattan glistening with shells is long gone.
Below: From https://billionoysterproject.org
SNOW-DAY IN-LINE DISCONTENT: It sure seems our little corner of the nation is on the emotional edge. I could base that solely on the prevailing social media nastiness. However, for me, it became more tangible last week, when I used the uncalled-for "snow day" to get in a load of shopping. In just a few line-standings, I witnessed three nearby shopper flare-ups.
While I wanted nothing to do with the drama, doesn't one of the worst cases edge up behind me – and even tried to sucker me in. I'll explain.
I was tucked into a rather long grocery "Express" line, which, admittedly, wasn't living up to its name. I won't mention the grocery, except to say it's often crowded -- and was more so this day, likely due to the outside minor snowiness, which always sparks folks to survivalistically rush out to bolster their existing stocks of foodstuff.
Me and my plastic basketful of storm-thwarting sweets and confectioneries were a goodly number of shoppers away from check-out. Directly in front of me was a large-backed fellow, leaning wearily on his shopping cart. It was sorta obvious his cart had pushed well past the permissible number of goods allowed in this "express" line.
Hell, I couldn't care less. Nor was I particularly put off when the man's tiny-by-comparison wife rushed over with two armfuls of items to add to the cart … before bolting off, apparently for another squirrely gathering run. However, a senior couple behind wasn't nearly as forgiving. Already anxiously tailgating, to where their cart repeatedly butt-bumped me, the two started to simultaneously sound off, issuing hisses and mumbles of disapproval over the apparent contravening of express-line etiquette taking place just up ahead.
Oh, it got worse when the little goods-gathering gal returned with half a dozen new shopping cart items. I heard the anger boiling up behind me; husband and wife harmonizing in huffs of disgust. It built to the point that the wife began issuing entire sentences, delivering the likes of "Oh, that's ridiculous."
It was during this escalation of pissiness that I was unaccountably drafted into things. Doesn't the wife sidled up to me and all too loudly ask, "Can you believe what they're doing?" Internally, I'm all, "Why in bloody hell are you asking me, lady!?"
The problem was her question was not rhetorical. She wanted me to verbally confirm what she assumed was some sort of consensus in-line indignation over the item-count ignorer. What's worse, I sensed that if I didn't respond with an obligatory, "I know. Can you believe it?" I might be seen as an accessory to blatant express-line abuse. Hell, for all I knew, the riled couple had gained the backing of the rest of the line. I was afraid to look back.
Making matters way worse, the angered elder, by entering my space, was knowingly leaking words to within earshot of the targeted shopper non grata.
I should mention that I knew, just from a back view, that the fellow being singled out was a highly burly, bruise-knuckled, steel-toe booted, Carhartt-wearing, haircut-needing, blue-collar type -- and more than likely highly pissed that he had just lost an entire day's work for a did-nothing snowstorm.
Then, doesn't his speedy little sidekick return with a load of stuff that even I couldn't believe one could gather in under, what, 90 seconds?
I knew what was coming next. I could only offer an "Oh, crap," toward the floor
With this latest unethical drop-off of goods into an already ethically overloaded cart, I could feel the behind-me folks vibrating with fury. That's when years of perfecting the timely use of acute discretion kicked in. As if a micro-burst had just gone off above my head, I out-louded a seemingly sincere, "Oh, damn, I forgot the rutabagas!"
With that I busted out of the line -- hoping the spot gained by my vegetable-based departure might quell the in-line intensity. It would also allow the behind-me whiners to move forward ... and get a closer look at the ominous back-size of their target.
Gospel truth: After feigning my rutabaga hunt, I moved many check-out lines from the frickin "Express" zone. I was now highly willing to take my humble gathering of food items and stand in one of the loaded-down cart lines, where there is never a counting of items. Then, as I'm passing a closed checkout lane, doesn't a light go on above the register and a just-arrived cashier gal shouts out "next." That would be me! Wow, it was like a tiny form of "Blessed are the peacemakers." OK, so maybe I was only a peacemaker by default but I still felt I had done my job, especially when I walked out of the store without hearing, "Clean-up on the express line … ASAP!"
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Mass Stranding: Hundreds of Pilot Whales Beach Themselves Again
Jeanna Bryner, Live Science Managing Editor | February 11, 2017 09:19am ET
Hundreds of pilot whales stranded on Farewell Spit on the South Island of New Zealand today (Feb. 10, 2017).
Credit: Deb Price
Update: Feb. 11, 9:15 a.m. ET: This morning (Feb. 11), about 100 pilot whales were on the beach, and DOC staff didn't know where the whales that had been re-floated yesterday ended up. They made another re-floating attempt at 11:30 a.m. local time, managing to re-float the remaining whales. Volunteers, including those from the marine mammal charity organization Project Jonah, went into the water to prevent the whales from landing on the beach again: "There are 100 volunteers making a human chain in neck deep water endeavouring to prevent the whales restranding, with around another 200 volunteers on the beach," the DOC said in a statement. By 2:20 p.m., 80 of the re-floated whales had joined the pod of 200 or so individuals that had been re-floated yesterday. Boats are out monitoring their movements. The other 20 whales restranded and aren't in good condition; these whales will be euthanized, according to the DOC.
"It was a tough call to make and the decision not to attempt to refloat them and to euthanise the remaining whales was taken after talking to New Zealand Project Jonah's Daren Grover," the DOC said. "Unsuccessful attempts at refloating the whales would likely lead to more injury and stress to them and prolong the whales' suffering. DOC has taken the decision to humanely euthanise the whales out of concern for their welfare."
Late this afternoon (Feb. 11), local time, the 200 re-floated pilot whales restranded near the original site, and the DOC is calling for more volunteers to help with more re-floating attempts.
Original story (posted Feb. 10)
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I assume the MQ had a steam whistle on board?<|fim_middle|> sound either and the GORDON C. GREENE's whistle was tried for a short while. Once again the results weren't what the commpany wanted, and the GORDON's whistle was returned to Marietta. The last and final whistle was a single bell three chime Lunkenheimer, similar to the DQ's only a bit larger, which came from the Goltra towboat MISSOURI. This whistle was mounted in a nearby location but could not be turned sideways and still blown. It was on her to the end. Rumors are that it was removed from the boat by people unknown while she was laid up at Perry Street. | Does anyone have a picture, history of the whistle, and or description?
Frank X. Prudent
She had several different whistles during her career and in a couple of different locations aft of the knowledge box. Her first whistle was mounted on a hinge forward of the higher white range light. The light and whistle could be laid back to get under low bridges and such. The whistle could still be blown while broken back. This one was a three bell whistle made for her by Art Davis of Seattle, whom also made her calliope. I never heard it, but reports were that it was rather puny. Sometime before 1978 one of the bells was removed with the hope that with only two chimes the steam available could actually blow the thing. The company wasn't happy with the new | 164 |
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Starting a blog sounds easy – you just need to pick a topic and start writing. However, there's much more to it than that. For example, you also need to choose the right platform to power it all, and the decision isn't an easy one to make.
Choosing the right blogging site can help you hit the ground running and make your new project that much easier to tackle. In this article, we'll compare nine of the top free blog sites available online, and help you pick the right one for you. Let's get started!
Over the course of this list, we're going to cover a broad range of free blog sites, including self-hosted options. There are good choices for everyone here, regardless of your level of experience, so take your time until you find the right one for you (and test them on your own if possible!).
There are two options when it comes to WordPress – the self-hosted version and WordPress.com. We're big fans of the former, but some of you might prefer to stick with the latter.
If you just want to get a blog up and running quickly, and not have to deal with finding a web host, WordPress.com can be a decent option. Just keep in mind it only offers a fraction of its self-hosted alternative's customization potential. You won't have access to all of WordPress' plugins or themes, but you can always migrate your content later if you change your mind.
On the other hand, self-hosted WordPress offers a highly-flexible and customizable platform for creating your website. Since it's an open-source platform, you can customize it in any way you want, and use it to set up blogs of increasing complexity.
Plus, the self-hosted route enables you to have access to powerful themes such as Divi. The theme includes a wide variety of modules to help you customize your blog, as well offering pre-built layouts to help you get started – so it's easy to come to grips with.
Enables you to build any type of site you want, including blogs.
Offers access to thousands of plugins and themes if you use self-hosted WordPress.
Provides almost full control over every aspect of your blog, covering both style and functionality.
Drupal is another big name when it comes to self-hosted platforms. It's an open-source solution that powers popular sites in government and higher education, and it's also a good option for regular blogs.
On top of being free to use, it also offers you a wide suite of themes and modules (their<|fim_middle|> how to reach your first readers. With Tumblr, the chances are that people will stumble upon your blog sooner or later, and they can use the platform's built-in features to get you more exposure.
Offers a combination of social media platform and blogging vehicle.
Provides optimization for short-form content.
Lets you start blogging straight away thanks to a quick learning curve.
Medium is a modern free blogging site that's all about providing people with an easy way to share their thoughts, and helping others find interesting articles. Unlike some other platforms, you simply need to open a free account and publish your posts using the built-in editor. Medium is built for readability, and it's a fantastic option for long-form content.
If you don't want to go through the trouble of setting up your own website, Medium can be a great option. Plus, there's a chance that one of your posts may hit it big on the platform and net you some exposure.
Lets you publish articles using a simple editor.
Provides content optimization for readability.
Enables readers to favorite, share, and bookmark your content.
Starting a blog isn't a walk in the park, but it doesn't have to be overly complicated either. There are plenty of free blog sites available, and picking the right one for you can make your work that much easier.
As you can probably guess, we're big fans of self-hosted WordPress. It's a powerful platform with a broad range of customization and robust themes such as Divi. However, some of you might prefer an easy-to-set-up hosted option such as Wix. There's no single platform that's perfect for everyone, so make sure to fully test the choices on offer before picking one.
Have you used any of the options in this list (other than WordPress), and how did you fare? Let us know in the comments section below!
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Ghost is not free. WordPress is the best.
Thanks for commenting! The core Ghost platform is free and open-source, although there is also a Pro version with various pricing levels: https://ghost.org/pricing/.
I would stay away from wix, when is the last time you saw a wix site ranking for just about any keyword?! They've had seo issues in the past which were so bad, gogle were not indexing wix sites. Although many issues have been resolved, they still have some problems. One of the biggest problems is how easy it is to build low quality Web 2.0 backlinks with them. Google doesn't like that! I would stay well clear of wix for my money sites!
I agree and from my research, totally agree and I am surprised it made the list.
You're right William! WordPress is the best especially when it's with Divi.
No matter how many times you compare or how many pros and cons you mention. There is nothing like wordpress made so far in the history of mankind. WordPress just changed the face of internet with lots of blogs like a magician. Thanks to worpress and Matt Cutts.
Tried joomla, wordpress was first and curently the last.
Also tried perch, little CMS also can be used for blogs. Its not free.
WordPress has some logic that is missing in joomla and vice versa, but comfort i feel most with WP.
Done cca 50 sites on wordpress maybe more, and stil going. I think divi is used on 15-20 of them.
I love wordpress.com for a free blogging platform.It would give a better working skill for self-hosting WordPress blogging.
I've tried a number of these including Ghost which is not free.
Ghost has a 14-day trial but after that it starts at $29/ month (month to month)for personal account $19 per month (billed annually).
WordPress is still my favorite. Self hosted or WP hosted.
Hi, thanks for your comment! WordPress is pretty great. 🙂 As for Ghost, the core platform is free and open-source (https://ghost.org/developers/), although the hosted Pro version does require a monthly payment.
I can't find a platform that will allow me to do what I can do on Facebook…namely, create a post that begins with a text intro and that then allows me to paste the URL of an article, Amazon item, etc., and have that link pull an image that's a hot link. Yet most Facebook posts have this format. | version of plugins). Plus, there are several free distributions available that enable you to download bundled versions of the platform, which can make setting up specific types of sites much easier.
Lets you create blogs and other types of websites.
Gives you access to an active community and excellent documentation.
Enables you to use any of a wide variety of modules and themes.
Lets you download either the default version or a bundled distribution of the platform.
Joomla! is one of our favorite Content Management Systems (CMS) thanks to its flexibility and ease of use. If you ask us, it's one of the closest alternatives to self-hosted WordPress when it comes to functionality, which makes it a good option if you don't want that particular platform.
In this case, we're also talking about a self-hosted platform, so your costs will depend on which web host you choose. However, Joomla! is a very lightweight platform and it includes built-in caching functionality that can make for fast-loading websites.
Lets you enhance your site's functionality using extensions.
Provides access to built-in caching and Search Engine Optimization (SEO features).
Gives you the ability to edit your blog's content quickly thanks to an intuitive dashboard.
Wix is one of the most popular hosted site-building platforms available, and it's very easy to use thanks to its drag-and-drop functionality. You can also access an extensive gallery of templates to create pages even faster.
The main downside in this case is that Wix isn't a free platform per se – it just offers a free tier. You get a modest 500MB of space to host your website. However, you can't connect a domain name to your site, and you get to deal with ads. This might not be a big deal for personal blogs, but it's not a good plan for professional sites.
Provides a drag-and-drop builder to create stylish websites.
Offers access to an extensive library of pre-built templates.
Lets you automatically create a responsive version of your site.
Enables you to install any number of apps from Wix's dedicated library.
Weebly is very similar to our previous pick in many aspects. For one, it only provides you with up to 500MB of space on its free tier, and you also have to use a subdomain if you opt for that plan.
The platform also emphasizes its top-notch drag-and-drop builder as a main selling aspect, and it offers dozens of modern templates. However, there are a few things that set it apart – for example, you can manage your site using a mobile app, and it packs in a decent set of SEO features.
Weebly's biggest downside is that, similarly to Wix, the free tier includes ads. If you can overlook this, it can be a good option to host your blog.
Offers a template library to create a modern-looking blog.
Includes a drag-and-drop builder to customize your website.
Lets you access a vast collection of apps to extend your site's functionality.
Enables you to optimize your site's SEO using built-in features.
Gives you the ability to manage your website using dedicated mobile apps.
Blogger is one of the oldest free blog sites around. It was acquired by Google in 2003, and it's been trucking on since then. The hosted platform doesn't offer you as many features as the others we've covered so far, but that's to be expected. After all, Blogger is a pure blogging service, although it does offer plenty of functionality for sharing your thoughts with an audience.
As far as price goes, Blogger is entirely free, and it enables you to link your blog to a domain of your own. If you're looking for a straightforward and fast blogging option, this is a good choice.
Enables you to set up a simple blog in a matter of minutes.
Lets you connect your blog to your Google account.
Gives you access a decent collection of modern blogging themes.
Ghost is the new kid on the block when it comes to blogging platforms. The self-hosted service launched in 2013, and since then it's become one of our favorite options for several reasons.
For one, it feels like a more streamlined version of WordPress. Ghost is all about blogging, and every single one of its features is designed to make the process easier and more intuitive for you. For example, you can write your posts using markdown and preview them instantly. You can also collaborate with other writers, schedule posts, work on your content's SEO, and much more.
Overall, Ghost is an excellent solution if you're a DIY type of blogger with a penchant for using cutting-edge platforms. However, it does lack as a more multipurpose platform.
Enables you to edit and preview your posts simultaneously.
Offers a way to schedule your content.
Lets you collaborate with others on your publications.
Gives you a way to create Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP).
Enables RSS feeds, email subscriptions, and Slack integrations.
Tumblr doesn't have the best reputation when it comes to blogs. Some people don't see it as a serious platform, but it can be a decent option if you're looking to set up a personal blog. It's easy to use, it can look professional with a little work, and it has a built-in audience.
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Home News and Analysis People Women in private equity: 10 standouts discuss mentorship, diversity and the future
Women in private equity: 10 standouts discuss mentorship, diversity and the future
Their success provides lessons for the next generation and sheds light on what the industry needs to do to be more inclusive.
Sara Bowdoin, managing director, Siguler Guff
"It was not uncommon for me to be the only woman in the room"
For Sara Bowdoin, small is beautiful. Before her 12-year stint at Siguler Guff, she worked as an analyst in the mid-market team of an investment banking shop and later its acquirer, Lazard. The experience gave her a first taste of PE at the grassroots level, operating on behalf of a large universe of small businesses.
This, Bowdoin says, is what drew her to Siguler Guff, which invests in small buyout funds and their portfolios of hundreds of small and low-mid-market companies. "Siguler Guff occupies a unique spot in the market," she says. "Our core focus is small business, including small buyout managers that are themselves just starting out. I really love partnering in their growth and development, being more than just a source of capital."
Bowdoin joined Siguler Guff in 2009 as "a junior-most analyst," eventually rising to become a managing director. The job puts her in constant touch with small buyout funds, doing everything from sharing advice and best practices, and introducing LPs to providing resources to portfolio companies, including new customer relationships.
Siguler Guff has directed more of its capital to co-investments, allowing it to take minority stakes in companies and hold board seats. The result, Bowdoin says, is stronger bonds with small buyout managers. "There is no better way to get to know a general partner team than looking at a deal with them."
Bowdoin, 37, credits Siguler Guff with creating a collaborative, diverse environment for her and other female investment professionals. "I've been fortunate. It's not every woman's experience in a male-dominated industry to have access to expanding opportunities and roles."
Bowdoin believes the PE industry is making progress: "When I got started, it was not uncommon for me to be the only woman in the room. While that still happens, it happens less." Further change will come from limited partners "making diversity a condition of their capital," she says. "Sometimes," she notes, "it's enough to simply ask the question."
A sign of progress, Bowdoin says, are the range of PE networks and organizations that are today available to female professionals. Interactions with other women in these venues are inspiring to her, as is the feedback she receives on topics like "how to be a successful working mother."
Bowdoin holds a BA in Mathematics from Wake Forest University. Outside of work, her primary occupation is two boys, aged five and seven.
Neda Daneshzadeh, partner, Prelude Growth Partners
"As women get more senior, we start craving female company"
In 2017, Daneshzadeh became a rare find: a co-founder of a private equity firm launched by two women.
After spending over 1<|fim_middle|> on education. "I have always been eager to succeed and keen to learn," she says.
She took that desire to the University of Toronto, where she received her bachelor's degree in Business Administration. From there, she worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers, eventually joining the Valuations group within the Deals & Consulting unit. That was when she developed an interest in private equity.
"I had a desire for intellectually rewarding work and an ability to influence and be accountable for the decisions that I would be making," Lung says. "I also liked the ability to measure and evaluate my performance."
Moreover, she describes PE as comprised of "highly creative, intellectually curious and talented individuals."
Since 2014, Lung has worked at Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, where she is a senior principal for private markets, focusing on buyouts fund investments in the North American market. The fund, valued at C$205 billion ($162 billion) as of June 30, 2020, provides benefits to 329,000 active and retired teachers.
Lung describes Ontario Teachers' global funds strategy as "multi-faceted," which she finds intellectually stimulating and challenging.
She also works on cross-asset class investments, which she finds highly rewarding. "It truly embodies the collaborative culture we encourage as an organization," she says.
Lung encourages women interested in the private equity industry to network and build connections across the industry as early as possible, surround themselves with great mentors, and look for organizations focused on diversity and inclusion. But she also thinks there is more the industry can do.
"It is one of the more demanding industries when it comes to achieving work-life balance," she says. "I believe that company initiatives focused on mentoring and retention, career mobility across groups and geographies, and increased flexibility are important to attract more young women into this field."
Lauren Young, managing director, Advent International
"I'm a bit of a deal junkie and enjoy every step of the process"
Lauren Young's path through life has been a bit unexpected. She grew up in New Jersey, the child of two scientists. Her father was a chemical engineer and her mother an organic chemist who discovered a drug. Young says her mother was "incredible to have as my role model growing up."
"I think my mom always had visions of me going into science or medicine, but I ended up going the business path and studied economics," Young explains. "I fell in love with dissecting companies and digging into markets."
After getting her bachelor's degree at Davidson College in North Carolina, Young entered the finance industry at a Charlotte, North Carolina-based investment bank called McColl Partners, which has since been acquired by Deloitte.
From there, she moved to California to work for the Carlyle Group, helping to open a California office. After three years with Carlyle, she left for Harvard Business School to get her MBA. After that, she started with Advent, where she is now a managing director.
"I'm a bit of a deal junkie and enjoy every step of the process and the excitement and pace of it all," she says.
From Carlyle to Advent, Young's entire career has been in tech investing. Deals she has been involved with include investments Definitive Healthcare, CCC Information Services and Tekion. "The deals are just so competitive that it really necessitates prioritizing deals you want to win," she says. "How you allocate your time is something I'm always working on."
Young also steers Advent's "women inclusion network," also called WIN, which includes social and education programming as well as mentorship. She says she has seen progress in gender equality in the industry, but feels there is a "supply issue," as many women do not want to enter the field or stay in for the long haul.
"It took a village for me to get where I am today," she says. "I feel a responsibility to recruit, seek out and develop women in my career path." | 2 years at L Catteron, she partnered with consumer industry veteran Alicia Santog from Johnson & Johnson to form Prelude Growth Partners, which invests in fast-growing consumer brands. Spinning out of L Catteron, the largest consumer-focused private equity group in the world, came with its perks. L Catterton made introductions to some of their relevant LPs.
Daneshzadeh, who has a Persian-British-American background, started out as a banker and emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships. It was through a connection she met Goldman's CIO, Sharmin Mossavar-Rahmani, who introduced her to the idea of private equity. "Although I had no particular investing experience, she really encouraged me to get into this," Daneshzadeh says.
Picking the consumer space to begin with came naturally; she always loved building brands, didn't want to be a generalist and had prior experience as an operator for a consumer business. "You have to be really passionate about what you do and have a lot of grit [as an investor]," she explains.
Prelude Growth's recent deals include better-for-you pasta brand Banza and immunity-boosting shot maker So Good So You. Both investments were driven by Daneshzadeh's strong belief in the shift in consumer preference. "Millennials are currently the single largest population and they are seeking brands focused on wellness and transparency," she says.
For Daneshzadeh, diversity always follows the law of large numbers. "If you have a class of 10 analysts coming in and nine of those are men, you are going to fail," she explains, putting the onus on PE leaders to ensure more women enter the industry.
The challenge of omission shows up in the upper ranks. "As women get more senior, we start craving female company; particularly it's the perspective, thought partnership and incremental thinking," she says.
The New York-based investor advises up-and-coming women in the industry to build strong relationships with their colleagues. "We may not all play golf, but we can find our own unique way to build connections."
Daneshzadeh enjoys renovating, specifically interior design. She lives with her husband and two daughters – nine and 12 years old.
"It's not lost on me that I'm 31 years old and I have four CEOs on a speed dial"
Shannon Bracken, 31, a vice-president at Vista Equity, found her way into private equity by chance. Bracken, who studied government at Dartmouth, was also a competitive lacrosse player. The love of a high-paced, dynamic, competitive environment led her to her first job at RBC Capital Markets.
After a few years at RBC and then CIBC, she pursued a career in investment banking, settling into a job at Perella Weinberg Partners bank as an M&A and restructuring analyst.
"I wanted something a little bit more dynamic," she recalls. "It was like a crash course in all things finance: I spent a lot of nights banging my head against the wall trying to learn how financial statements work and all those types of things. I was coming from a government major in college, so did not learn any of that academically."
Close to two years into the role at Perella, she had a new goal – private equity. Her first interview was with Vista Equity.
She got the job at Vista in 2015 and remembers falling in love with her role, as well as the move to the Lone Star state, where Vista is headquartered. "I love the people, I love the operational focus, I felt like I was going to learn a lot," she says. "For me, it was also really important that I get out of New York and New England. I grew up in Connecticut, I went to Dartmouth, I went back to New York, and I couldn't remember another scenario where I had to make new friends in a new ecosystem."
At Vista, she is a deal captain, which gives her an opportunity to be involved in every aspect of the deal work from sourcing to execution to portfolio support.
"It's a very diverse role, each day is very different, but I think the piece I like the most, and probably the most proud of right now, is it's really the role where you become the point person for the executives in the companies that you work with," she says.
"It's not lost on me that I'm 31 years old and I have four CEOs on a speed dial on my phone that have 25 years of experience and are incredibly well respected and
successful."
As deal captain, she has worked on the take-private of the fitness, beauty and wellness technology platform Mindbody and the acquisition of CRM platform Pipedrive.
One piece of advice she gives young females starting their careers: "I've been very fortunate around the mentors that I've had, and those have been male and female mentors, which I think is incredibly important. You want to be getting advice from a diverse set of people… make sure you are accumulating mentors who will give you different perspectives at different points in your career."
Daphne Dufresne, managing partner, GenNx360 Capital Partners
"We really have strong diversity across the board … We don't tout it, we just live it."
Daphne Dufresne says her more than two-decade career in private equity owes much to "a no-nonsense mom" who expected big things from her daughters. A Haitian immigrant, Dufresne's mother put in long hours on a Wall Street clerical job but still found time to give her kids home-cooked meals and help with homework. "Mom made sure we got straight A's," Dufresne says. "But she backed up her high expectations of us by working very hard herself."
Dufresne says her mother also taught lessons about saving: "She owned three suits which she wore in rotation." When Dufresne as a young girl took a summer job at a Brooklyn shoe store, her first purchase was "a new suit for mom."
The no-nonsense parenting paid off. In 1994 Dufresne earned a BS in engineering from the University of Pennsylvania and, in 1999, an MBA from Harvard Graduate School of Business. Looking to be an entrepreneur or an investor, she heard at school that "PE was sexy" and thought it might be a way to do both.
She began her career as an associate director in Bank of Scotland's structured finance group, focusing on European MBOs. Her later enrollment in Kauffman Fellows led to a posting at Weston Presidio, which hired Dufresne, made her a principal, and taught her the PE business, "soup to nuts."
Dufresne added to her PE credentials by joining fund of funds Parish Capital Advisors as venture partner in 2005. On behalf of Robert Johnson/RLJ Companies and Carlyle Group, she next helped launch and build RLJ Equity Partners. As a managing director, she oversaw several mid-market investments, chairing Fleischmann's Vinegar and Media Source.
GenNx360 hired Dufresne in 2017, offering her "a larger platform to do bigger mid-market deals with world-class operational leaders," she says. Dufresne has led 10 deals for three companies, including GenServe, a generator maintenance provider she aims to "triple or quadruple in size before we're done."
She is also a partner with Portfolia Rising America Fund, a VC investor in companies run by entrepreneurs of color and those who are LGBTQ. Dufresne, 48 and a mother of three, sees in GenNx360 one of the PE industry's most diverse managers. "We really have strong diversity across the board," she says. "We have it all – white and black, Asians and Hispanics, men and women of all types. We don't tout it, we just live it."
Sarah Sommer, partner, Level Equity
"Every single day the job is different"
Sarah Sommer knows the value of a good mentor.
Sommer graduated from the Wharton School, where she studied finance. Soon after, in 2004, she landed a job at Insight Partners.
"I didn't even know what growth equity was until I took an internship at Insight between my junior and senior year, and then I just fell in love with the business," Sommer recalls. "It's actually the same thing that I found exciting then is what I find exciting now, which is every single day the job is different.
"The variety, the adrenaline and excitement of having to constantly be thinking, and thinking hard, and learning – I loved that as an intern and I love it now, 16 years later," Sommer adds.
Starting as an analyst at Insight, Sommer worked her way up to a senior associate, transitioning from cold calling CEOs to deal execution during her six-year tenure at the firm.
During her time at Insight, Sommer met a few mentors who believed in her potential: Ben Levin and George McCulloch, both managing directors at Insight at that time.
In 2009, Levin and McCulloch decided to spin out from Insight and start their own growth equity firm. They asked Sommer to come along and join them on the new adventure.
"When we started the firm, I was young, it was a huge step, it was a huge risk to take because we left an established platform and we didn't have a fund," Sommer says. "But I knew that if I went and worked with Ben, he would invest in me and help me grow in all the areas."
At Level, Sommer has worked on Wombat, a security awareness and training software provider later acquired by Proofpoint, and on Onit, an enterprise legal management software, later acquired by K1 Investment Management. She also led the acquisition of Criteria, an HR software company acquired by Sumeru Equity Partners.
Looking back, Sommer recognizes the importance of working with people who you like and trust. "We had an ability to take the blows together but also celebrate the wins together," she remembers, with Sinatra-like phrasing.
The experience of choosing the unknown resonates with entrepreneurs that Level Equity speaks to, Sommer says. "No matter how big our business gets, or how many deals we do, or how many exits we have, we all still feel like underdogs," she says. "I think it makes you better at what you do and people can relate to that."
Anushka Sunder, managing director, Blackstone
"I love the science part of the job"
If you ask Sunder, she'll tell you there isn't one path or style that everyone needs to follow in private equity. "My personality is probably more lighthearted than many people in finance and it works for me. You don't have to conform to a particular stereotype of what you think people ought to be."
She adds: "Being curious is really important. It requires thinking for yourself, being bold and having your own convictions that don't necessarily need to match other people's."
Now a managing director on the healthcare team at Blackstone, Sunder grew up wanting to be a doctor. She had done research at the National Institutes of Health and was pre-med when she started college, before pivoting to economics.
"Every step was a bit of a fluke, but I ended up at Goldman Sachs after college." Fortuitous timing: Sunder joined Goldman's financial institutions group amid the Global Financial Crisis from 2007 to 2009, which "shapes your world view obviously," Sunder says. "Nothing since then has ever been quite as stressful."
Sunder first dabbled in PE as an associate at TPG Capital, before attending HBS and ultimately landing at Blackstone in 2013. She initially split her time between tech and healthcare, but recently has specialized in pharma services and anything tech-enabled. "For me, it's fun to have a lot of deep domain experience. I love the science part of the job," Sunder says.
Helping lead Blackstone's 2020 investment in Precision Medicine Group was one of the most exciting deals she's worked on. "Their full team is really focused on adding new cutting-edge technologies. It's a platform for additional M&A and levered to some of the most exciting macro trends in biopharma clinical development."
Sunder in 2020 was also involved in the firm's investment in HealthEdge and its two add-ons. She is also co-chair of the Blackstone Women's Initiative task force and on the Blackstone Charitable Foundation Leadership Council. Blackstone, over the last six years, has more than doubled the number of women in its analyst class to 45 percent.
Sunder enjoys playing tennis, running, yoga and reading – and is "a terrible cook but working on getting better."
Katherine Wood, principal, TPG
"The people I've worked with have really supported me"
Growing up in Dallas with two physician parents, Wood landed at Stanford University to study molecular and cell biology, earning a BS with Honors while playing on the varsity field hockey team. Wood studied diseases and participated in public health HIV programs in South Africa.
"Maybe it was just one too many hours in the cold lab room," Wood jokes. Or perhaps it was her experience managing a free clinic with Stanford med students on the weekends that inspired her to pivot to the business side of healthcare.
Wood, 36, got her start in finance at Goldman Sachs before ever taking a business class or summer internship. She ultimately joined TPG Capital in 2009 as a generalist associate.
"My first month at TPG, the Affordable Care Act was getting hashed out, and because I had done healthcare previously, [Todd Sisitsky, TPG Capital's co-head of healthcare] pulled me into a conference room where we worked for the next month trying to figure out what was going to happen. So, from Day 1, I was pretty involved with the healthcare team," she says.
Now a principal on TPG's healthcare team, Wood's highlights include co-leading the team's April 2020 investment in LifeStance Health, the country's largest behavioral health services provider, commanding a $1.2 billion deal value. She is also a board member on six portfolio companies and serves as co-chair of TPG's San Francisco Women's Affinity group.
While there is still a long way to go, Wood is encouraged by the growing number of women at her level in PE, having even sold a TPG portfolio company, Adare Pharmaceuticals, to a woman she met at Harvard Business School – Thomas H Lee's Megan Preiner – who reached out to Wood and ultimately bought the business last year alongside Frazier Healthcare Partners. At the same time, she says: "I think it's really important to involve men in the conversation," which can help reveal blind spots and lead to valuable mentorship relationships.
Mentorship has been pivotal for Wood, who says "there is no chance" she would have even gotten to the starting line and landed a job at TPG if it hadn't been for her associate mentor.
For Wood, one silver-lining of the quarantine year was the time it gave her to be with her first child, a boy born in 2019. "That was a good transition, I had at least prepared for the all-nighters," says Wood, who connected with many women peers in her PE network to hear their experiences as new moms.
She is grateful for what she has: "I've spent much of my life there [TPG]. I've had health issues, family tragedies and the people I've worked with have really supported me through it all."
Christina Walsh, Investment professional, Aquiline Capital Partners
"You have to be your own biggest cheerleader and critic"
Being a triathlete has given Walsh valuable lessons when it comes to being a dealmaker.
"When you are doing an 80-mile bike ride there's nobody to tell you to keep going," says Walsh on a videocall, with medals dangling behind her. "You have to be your own biggest cheerleader and critic at the same time."
Walsh, who joined Aquiline as an investor in 2019, spends most of her time pursuing deal opportunities in the insurance and wealth management sectors.
Most recently, she led the firm's December investment in SageView Advisory Group, a retirement planning and wealth management advisor. She sits on the company's board and views herself as an extension of the team.
For Walsh, the challenges of private equity can be compounded by the differences of perception and interaction between women and men: "We think, talk, process and communicate differently."
But Walsh thinks this distinction in the old boys' club is an opportunity for women.
"There are instances where we have better listening skills and can bring a very different perspective to an investment," she says.
She entered private equity to figure out how deals worked. "I started my career in various management roles, but I realized I was craving the analytical perspective," she says.
Walsh at the age of 29 received her MBA from The Wharton School before joining Evercore, first as a summer associate before ultimately being promoted to senior associate.
It was at Evercore that she first met the Aquiline private investment team as an advisor on the $490 million Simply Business deal.
Taking the plunge, she started talking to people at Aquiline to check if they were hiring. "I really saw the opportunity at that time, but the timing wasn't right," she says.
Instead, after almost three years at Evercore she joined Focus Financial Partners. "I was doing M&A and strategy there; I got to see how the sausage is made," she jokes. She eventually made it to her current gig at Aquiline.
Keeping up with her triathlete past, Walsh still loves to run and bike. She also recently added a new member to her home – a Cavapoo puppy. "That's taking up a good amount of non-deal time," she chuckles.
Michelle Lung, senior principal, Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan
"I had a desire for intellectually rewarding work"
Michelle Lung was born and raised in Toronto, the child of first-generation immigrants who instilled in her a strong work ethic and focus | 3,782 |
With the continued aging of Baby Boomers and advances in treatment technology, healthcare continues to be a flourishing industry. In fact, experts predict healthcare job growth will reach 5.6 million jobs in the next five years. As industry growth continues, healthcare marketing will follow a similar increase.
A recent eMarketing report shows that healthcare continues to rank above other industries in advertising spending. With all that advertising, what messages are healthcare marketers putting in front of patients, and how are those messages resonating with them<|fim_middle|> needs, rather than the organization and its perceived strengths.
Visit Red Crow Marketing for more information on our expertise in marketing and branding for healthcare organizations. | ?
The answer is surprisingly bleak.
According to a recent report issued by Geile/Leon, the key messages in many healthcare organization's marketing strategies aren't focusing on the information patients are actually seeking.
What do consumers want to know about the healthcare options available to them?
One of the biggest areas of disconnect that patients want to know (in a timely manner), is if their insurance is accepted at the facility. This makes costs and financial implications of treatment a primary concern.
Beyond financial information, patients also want to know that their care providers are efficient, knowledgeable and effective at communicating details about their care.
In addition, the Geile/Leon research shows that consumers want to know that the facility offers specialization in the areas of care important to that consumer. If a person is seeking care for cardiac treatment, for example, they want to feel confident that the facility excels in the treatment of that area of specialty.
What is healthcare marketing actually telling patients?
Many, if not most, healthcare organizations prominently display and promote national rankings of their facilities in their marketing efforts. Research shows that those rankings aren't resonating with patients as a top concern.
Here's where we see the disconnect between healthcare organizations and the individuals that they serve. The typical brand messages highlighted in these healthcare marketing campaigns don't necessarily align with what these consumers want.
Again, consumers want reassurance that they'll be treated by top physicians with keen communication skills in a facility that will honor their insurance. Making the message more about the patient's care, and less about the accolades of the organization, seems to resonate more profoundly with consumers.
How can healthcare marketing bridge that gap?
Instead of focusing on the messages that an institution's board of directors or leadership team deems most important, do research with your constituent group to determine what your consumers want to know about the organization, and build a marketing strategy around that research.
As the Geile/Leon study shows, many organizations shine their marketing flashlights inward on themselves. Instead, try pushing that focus out onto patients and their needs, developing a brand that's focused on specific areas of specialty, physician experience and effective communication between providers and patients.
Healthcare marketing should focus on powerful messages that address patients and their | 441 |
Ifield Scouts Climbing Wall
February 3, 2017 February 3, 2017 by Sean Edwards
Ifield Scouts were more than pleased to show off their new piece of equipment at this well attended event.
The exciting new climbing wall was officially opened on Saturday 28th January to a crowded hall of members, parents and guests.
The event was chaired by David Clipperton, Chairman of 2nd Ifield Scout Group. Speaking at the launch, David thanked all the trusts who had donated to the new wall. Irene Orford, County Commissioner for Scouts in West Sussex, drew attention to the increase in the number of members since the opening of the new headquarters two years ago. Brian Quinn, Deputy Mayor for Crawley, congratulated the Group on the level of funds raised to enable the wall to be built.
Members representing all sections of the Scouts Group then climbed the wall, releasing balloons to celebrate the opening. The wall forms the end wall of the main hall of the new scout headquarters in Friston Walk Ifield. The wall cost £30,000 with £23,000 has been raised for a variety of donors including West Sussex County Council, Hall and Woodhouse, Sussex Community Foundation and the lottery fund.
The wall has been built by King Kong from Keswick in the Lake District
James Wright, County Climbing adviser for West Sussex and a leader in Ifield Scouts, said "This is a mile stone for the Group. It gives us the facility to expand the opportunities we can offer the young people, and to train more climbing instructors across West Sussex".
Who are The Scouts?
2nd Ifield (St Margaret's) Scout Group was formed in 1956 and has 120 youth members, both male and female, plus leaders and trustees. Its headquarters have been in Friston Walk Ifield most of the time since formation and a new headquarters was opened two<|fim_middle|> 10½ to 14 and works with Drake Explorer Unit 14-18 and the Scout Network 18-25 years of age. Climbing, like canoeing and shooting, are offered to members and may be part of the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme that young people start at 14 years of age.
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PATA to hold first event in United Arab Emirates
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The PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart 2018 will take place in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Al Ain is one of the world's oldest permanently inhabited settlements and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Copyright © 2002 - 2021 ftnNEWS. | and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart 2018 is a three-day niche event with both conference and travel mart components, bringing together public and private sector tourism professionals involved in adventure travel and responsible tourism. Key elements of this annual event are environmental protection and social sustainability with special focus on empowerment of local communities. This is the first Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) event to be held in the UAE and the only event to be staged in West Asia in the last 14 years.
"This is a fantastic opportunity for PATA members and for the adventure travel sector at large. Al Ain is a truly fascinating destination with a wealth of culture, heritage and opportunities for adventure travel," said PATA CEO Dr. Mario Hardy. "Connectivity is easy via the award-winning Abu Dhabi International Airport. Al Ain, together with the surrounding landscape, has so much to offer travellers of all ages. This event provides an exceptional platform for travel trade professionals to learn much more about this compelling city and region."
Commenting on the selection of Al Ain to host the event, HE Saif Saeed Ghobash, Director General of Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority, the government body responsible for the promotion of the emirate said: "Abu Dhabi has experienced significant growth in guest arrivals from countries within the PATA region in recent years, especially from India and China, and since joining the association we have been working with PATA members to place greater emphasis on seeding growth in visitor arrivals from these priority source markets.
"Over the past few years, Abu Dhabi has built up a successful track record in hosting and securing international meetings, including annual congress meetings from international travel associations. Delegates attending the PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart 2018 in Al Ain will enjoy the diversity of mountain, desert and oasis landscapes and exhilarating adventure attractions, all complemented by rich historical sites, a state-of-the-art conference centre and outstanding hotels of all categories," he added.
Al Ain is known as the heritage heartland of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The city has become an increasingly popular business events destination, boasting 18 hotels and hotel apartments with over 2,000 rooms and dedicated facilities at the Al Ain Convention Centre.
Located at an important historical crossroads of trade, different locations in Al Ain are now classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites, including its six oases and the archaeological sites of Hafeet, Hili and Bida bint Saud. Al Ain oasis - with its cool, shady walkways and a 3,000-year-old falaj irrigation system - is the first component of the UNESCO World Heritage site to open to the public,
Al Ain city abounds in picturesque forts, including one of the United Arab Emirates' most historic and picturesque buildings, Al Jahili Fort, erected in 1891 to defend the city and protect precious palm groves; Qasr Al Muwaiji, a world-class museum and birthplace of HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE; Al Ain Palace Museum, the former home of the late UAE founder, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the redeveloped Al Qattara Fort which is now home to a brilliant arts centre and gallery. Visitors can also immerse themselves in the city's rich culture and heritage with a visit to Al Ain National Museum which displays various aspects of UAE life, including archaeological finds, Bedouin jewellery and traditional musical instrument collections.
The city skyline is dominated by the dramatic rocky heights of Jebel Hafeet. Rising to a height of 1,240 metres, this is the Emirate's highest peak and the second highest in the UAE. With the mountain as a backdrop Al Ain Zoo's man-made African safari also features the Sheikh Zayed Desert Learning Centre and a dedicated mini-museum with galleries of interactive, immersive, and informative exhibits exploring themes of environmental and species conservation.
Visitors can also take a trip to Wadi Adventure, the region's only man-made white water rafting, kayaking and surfing facility built in the foothills of the majestic Jebel Hafeet. The park's 3.3 metre man-made surf wave is the world's largest and its 1.7 kilometre kayaking channel network is the world's longest. For a taste of the fast track, Al Ain Raceway features a 1.6 km go-kart circuit.
The PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart is an annual event that offers a platform for sellers and buyers involved in the world of adventure travel and responsible tourism to secure new business and to consolidate existing contracting relationships via PATA's well-proven system of pre-matched appointments. It is an excellent opportunity to create new experiences and to share new opportunities with global tourism professionals.
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Who doesn't love strawberries? Here are the best strawberry recipes for enjoying those sweet ripe berries, from strawberry salad dressing to pie!
Who doesn't love strawberries, right? These ruby red burst of sweet flavor are everyone's favorite berry. Alex and I have all sorts of favorite strawberry recipes, from strawberry shortcake to strawberry pie. And one of our newest favorites tops the list: a refreshing strawberry salad with double the strawberries: both sliced and blended into a strawberry salad dressing! We're getting hungry just talking about it, so let's just get to the list!
And now, our top strawberry recipes!
At the top of our strawberry recipes? This strawberry spinach salad! Oh yes. It starts with a tangy and lightly sweet strawberry vinaigrette salad dressing (yum!). Then we've got spinach, strawberries, and thin sliced red onion. Top it off with chopped pec<|fim_middle|> was not too sweet AND tastes like rosé! And we did it featuring strawberries to get that beautiful pink color and a little natural sweetness.
Prepare the salad ingredients: Slice off the tops of the strawberries, then slice them long-wise. Thinly slice the red onion (see the video for this method). If necessary, wash the spinach and mixed greens. Chop the pecans.
To serve, place the greens on plates and top with all ingredients, then drizzle with the strawberry vinaigrette salad dressing (about 2 tablespoons per serving). Refrigerate the remaining dressing for up to 1 week. | ans and a bit of salty feta, and you've got one extremely delicious side salad. Alex and I like it with pizza, with salmon, with pasta: ok it goes with just about everything!
Next up in our strawberry recipes: this one came from a challenge—a challenge from my mother in law, in fact! Around Easter, she makes yogurt pie: you know the one? Graham cracker crust, Cool-whip, and artificially-flavored strawberry yogurt. Could you make an all natural yogurt pie? she asked. Like with real organic yogurt and real strawberries? Of course, we accepted. And this yogurt pie turned out to be all-natural perfection. Made with strawberries, organic yogurt and maple syrup, it's got a tangy, pure strawberry flavor. And the oatmeal cookie crust is cinnamon-scented and lightly salted.
This simple strawberry tart is one of those perfectly classic strawberry recipes! It's got a crunchy rye pie crust that's very simple to put together and has a unique, toasty flavor. On top of that crispy crunchy pie crust are delightfully sweet seasonal strawberries, sweetened mascarpone, and a thin layer of strawberry jam. This strawberry tart is all summer and perfect for any festive occasion.
You can't have a list of strawberry recipes without a margarita, right? This strawberry margarita with mint lime ice is a little toast to spring. The tart rhubarb is a perfect combination with the sweet strawberry, and we've added a little flair: mint lime ice cubes! These flavored ice cubes are more than just pretty: the cubes are made of lime juice! This genius move helps the drink from getting watered down as the ice melts. When the flavored ice cubes melt, they only add to the zesty lime instead of watering down the drink!
Another of our best strawberry recipes: this strawberry cornbread cake! It's terrifically tasty as either a breakfast or brunch recipe. Or, top it with whipped cream as a dessert! Sweetened with maple and naturally gluten-free, it's moist and hearty. The cake is made of cornmeal, oat flour and almond meal, with fresh orange juice to give it a zing.
This refreshing coconut strawberry smoothie is a tasty addition to any breakfast or brunch! Using coconut milk makes it vegan and dairy-free, and gives it a coconut-scented creamy body. And there's some frozen pineapple too, which kicks up the tangy flavor a notch. The icing on the cake, so to speak, is the garnish: we used fresh mint leaves, fresh strawberries, and bee pollen for a beautiful all natural confetti.
Of course we couldn't get away with a list of strawberry recipes without the strawberry shortcake! And this one's got the "it" factor. It's that just-sweet-enough, spongy cake with sweet summer berries you'd imagine relishing on a porch swing in the heat of the day, or savoring on a lazy summer night. It's something for summer birthdays, July 4, picnics, and cookouts. The shortcakes have a bit of Greek yogurt to make them moist, and turbinado sugar as a crunchy sweet topping. And the ripe berries have a tinge of balsamic vinegar to make them pop.
Ever had balsamic strawberries? It might sound like an odd combination, but it's absolutely incredible. The tangy vinegar brings out just the right note in the strawberries! Serving balsamic strawberries over Greek yogurt has become our favorite summertime treat. And we've added in a little fresh mint for some flair. This one is one of the first strawberry recipes that Alex and I cooked together, so it holds a nostalgic place in our hearts.
Here's a super strawberry recipe to enjoy summer with those people you love: these easy and healthy strawberry popsicles! It features one of our favorite ingredients – Greek yogurt, which adds the creaminess of the popsicles. We've been using Greek yogurt in everything lately, from strawberry shortcake to ranch dip. These strawberry popsicles are refreshing and delicious, and naturally sweetened using maple syrup or honey. For some added flair, we added some basil from our garden for a little pop.
This roasted strawberries recipe take that delicious berry and makes it even sweeter and juicier! Here we've served them up in a breakfast parfait with yogurt and pecan granola. Turns out that roasted strawberries, baked in the oven for 20 minutes and then swirled with honey or maple syrup, are an incredible taste treat! They'd be absolutely perfect with fresh, ripe local berries.
Here's another strawberry salad: this time with balsamic vinaigrette dressing! Strawberries are a natural pairing with the acidity of balsamic vinegar. (See the Balsamic Strawberries recipe above!) In this strawberry salad recipe, we used our favorite vinaigrette method to whip up a creamy balsamic dressing using local honey and Dijon mustard. Paired with spicy red onions and toasted almonds, it was a simple and delicious way to enjoy the sweet berries!
These strawberry rhubarb muffins are oh so delicious and perfectly springy, balancing tangy rhubarb with the sweet berries. The batter uses a unique combination of oat bran, wheat bran, and whole wheat flour for the muffin batter. The muffin is naturally sweet using honey, though you could use maple syrup as well. It also has a bit of fresh ginger to add an aromatic flair, and mashed banana and yogurt to keep them moist!
Got strawberries? Throw them into water or a spritzer for a fun drink garnish! This lemon spritzer is scented with lavender and lightly sweet: it's mixed with sparkling water and garnish with sliced strawberries. It's a fragrant and refreshing drink, perfect for picnics and spring and summer brunches!
A list of strawberry recipes has got to have at least TWO variations of shortcake, right? These chocolate strawberry shortcakes are a riff on our favorite "vanilla" flavored shortcake, featuring turbinado sugar, which makes them sweet and crunchy, and Greek yogurt, which keeps them moist. These shortcakes are lightly sweet: expect more a tangy, chocolate scented bite than a rich sugary one. If you're a choco-holic, feel free to add a drizzle of chocolate syrup or some chocolate chips.
And finally to round out our strawberry recipes: frose! Frozen rosé, that is! Frosé is a mashup between a frozen cocktail and that quintessential summer wine. Now, most frosé recipes are sickly sweet. And some people complain that freezing rose removes the character of the wine. So Alex and I created a frosé recipe that | 1,377 |
Influence on social networks: Knowing how to detect the fake from the real one
29 September 2020 / By nicolas
Last week, we discussed the awareness of some people following the release of the documentary The Social Dilemma. This week we help you make relevant choices in your strategies on social networks.
Social networks were initially created to share your daily life (the real one) and connect people. But as we saw last week, creators have sometimes lost control over the evolution of uses, and very quickly the networks have become a festival of aesthetic posts more or less close to reality, and filters and masks to embellish reality have become the new norm. But these days, everything is being questioned.
How to ensure authenticity on social networks? How many fake accounts exist on Facebook and Instagram? Why do people buy subscribers? How are beauty standards evolving on social networks?
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The influence game
The iron throne of social networks is influence. The more influence you have on social networks, the more value<|fim_middle|> trying to influence public opinion.
To keep abreast of new web trends, we invite you to follow us on Facebook and Instagram… where we have not bought fake subscribers.
The Social Dilemma : the consequences | you have. We are therefore in an era of influence games, to the point where social networks have become a major player in political communication. But in this race for subscribers, not everyone is playing at the same level and low blows are commonplace.
The lack of authenticity on social networks can be observed in three very clear ways: companies and political parties creating fake accounts to boost their credibility or attack their opponents, everyday users buying subscribers to boost their popularity, and people posting photos or videos doctored to manipulate public opinion.
For the past three years, Facebook has been tackling one of these scourges: fake accounts. Basically, the web giant wants to avoid the presence and influence of accounts created by companies or political parties with malicious intentions.
Thus, in the summer of 2020, Facebook deleted hundreds of accounts linked to shady activities in four different countries: Ukraine, the United States, Ecuador and Canada.
On its official blog, Facebook explained the operation :
"The majority of the activities we deleted today were focused on the local public in each country and were related to commercial entities and individuals associated with political campaigns or functions."
Most of these false accounts were involved in spreading false news with the aim of influencing public opinion against a political party or politician.
"They used fake accounts to impersonate people in their target countries, publish and enjoy their own content, push people to off-platform sites, and manage pages that presented themselves as independent news sites in their target countries. Some of the individuals behind these activities created several duplicate accounts under their own names."
The reality is that Facebook deletes well over a few hundred accounts each year. In 2019, Mark Zuckerberg's company eradicated nearly 6 BILLION fake accounts. With the U.S. elections approaching, web giants have an increased responsibility.
You may have noticed a change in the trend on Instagram over the last few years. Perfect photos of an enchanting setting are no longer the norm. Neither are multiple filters.
Young adults and teens have taken a turn towards authenticity. Last year, The Atlantic published a very interesting article about this shift. Down with perfect poses, long live the real thing!
"Anything that seems staged is as undesirable today as unfiltered or unflattering photos would be to older influencers."
Sydney Dwyer Leroux, for example, is a pro soccer player in the United States. She does not hesitate to publish photos and videos of her daily life on Instagram for her 1,200,000 subscribers.
Dom and I are learning to the TikTok.
A post shared by Sydney Leroux Dwyer (@sydneyleroux) on Apr 15, 2020 at 6:01pm PDT
The same goes for Ty Haney, known for her influence in the world of fitness. She never publishes retouched photos… despite her 92,400 subscribers.
Cute.
A post shared by Ty Haney (@ty_haney) on Apr 29, 2020 at 9:54pm PDT
Beware of false influencers
In recent years, companies have been investing heavily in influencer marketing.
The concept is simple: a post on Instagram in exchange for a small amount of money and materials. Some "influencers", now known as ambassadors, enjoy free travel, free car rentals, fashionable clothing and nightclub privileges.
But this method has attracted its share of problems… including fraudsters.
Influencer Marketing Hub conducted a survey revealing that companies that invested in influence marketing had raised an average of $7.65 per dollar invested on ambassadors.
That being said, 25% of the companies surveyed had lost money due to their unwise choice of ambassador. An influencer is not simply someone with 100,000 subscribers. It's someone who has an impact on his subscribers… someone who has the power to influence the consumption of those who follow him. Buying subscribers has become extremely easy.
For a company, it can therefore be smart to check the quality of the followers of your future ambassador.
On Instagram, it is possible to check the engagement rate of subscribers of an account via Hype Auditor for example. The higher the percentage of interactions, the higher the quality of the subscribers.
The Twitter Audit site does much the same thing and even indicates the proportion of "robot" accounts among subscribers.
As you can see, authenticity has taken on a major importance on social networks. Photos that have been altered too much are quickly discarded, fake subscribers are now easily identifiable, and Facebook has taken by storm the hackers | 929 |
The Walkingworld app has sailed through the Apple approval process without a hitch and can now be downloaded for iOS<|fim_middle|> app for free, with all the same walk guide information but just on a simpler map.
The app can be found on the App Store now. | devices, both iPhones and iPads.
The app brings the whole library of Walkingworld walks directly to your phone or tablet. You can search for walks using a variety of methods and save them to the device for offline use.
The app functions in the exactly the same way on iPhones, iPads and on Android devices, so if you use a mixture of devices you'll find a familiar interface each time you open it.
You can search for walks across Great Britain using place names, postcodes, the walk ID if you know it or just by hitting the 'find a walk nearby' button. There are over 6500 walks in England, Scotland and Wales so there's bound to be several quite near where you are looking. You can filter the results for length, grade and a number of the most popular features.
Walkingworld subscribers can follow the walks on OS Landranger and Explorer maps, the 'gold standard' for walking maps in the UK. A subscription costs just £18 a year.
If you choose not to subscribe you can still use the | 215 |
Wag the Dog
An example of what great actors, well-directed, can do with a first-class Mamet script. His dialogue, which so often sounds hollow, brittle and soulless, even when he<|fim_middle|> you know Robert Evans (the producer, who was the inspiration for the Dustin Hoffman character), the last part was inevitable.
Throw Momma From the Train
An off-topic, left-field request for the Alcott treatment: Danny DeVito's Throw Momma From the Train.
Re: Throw Momma From the Train
Haven't watched it in a long time, but I mostly like Danny DeVito's movies. He has a really unique voice as a director. One Christmas, I made everybody eat breakfast and open their presents early so we could get to the first show of Hoffa. Hey, it was DeVito directing a Mamet script about labor history! Merry Christmas everybody! | directs it himself (especially so), here sounds spontaneous, startling, razor-sharp and jaw-droppingly funny. De Niro and Hoffman are shockingly alive and present, and all the ensemble scenes crackle with intensity and humor.
The world the script describes, which was goosed with the reality of the Lewinsky/Kosovo thing back when it came out, hasn't aged a bit and, if anything, has become less of a satire.
The script takes a sharp left in the third act, as many of Mamet's scripts do, going all the way back to The Verdict, but the impact of the movie is still undeniable.
11 Responses to "Wag the Dog"
eronanke says:
<3 that movie.
(It's the only one I've ever liked Kirsten Dunst in!)
I knew Dunst was going to be a star the moment I saw her in Interview With the Vampire. In the late 90s I had the opportunity to cast her in a project and my representation was like "Why cast her when you could have an actual big star like, say, Gaby Hoffman?"
Ha! Well, she was in "Now and Then" and "Sleepless in Seattle", I suppose it's just a twist of fate that she is where she is and Dunst is where she is…
(Personally, I would have rather seen *her* as Mary Jane in Spiderman.)
collisionwork says:
It also shows how well Barry Levinson — who I often have a tendency to think negatively of as a very MOR, "safe" filmmaker — can work when he has a solid (and somewhat sharp and nasty) script to work from. I just rewatched Bugsy recently, and had forgotten how beautifully Levinson worked with a James Toback script. It's like all his syrupy qualities vanish when he has a Mamet or Toback to work with — and by the same token, he mitigates the self-conscious writerly "toughness" often apparent in Mamet and Toback (and as often unbearable when they direct their own scripts).
Wonder what other screenwriter Levinson should seek out along those lines?
popebuck1 says:
Neil LaBute?
Wow. Bingo.
Yeah, I'd pay to see that one.
Heaven knows, LaBute could stand to have a "humanizing" influence…
I thought "Wag the Dark" went a bit too far dark in the 3rd act (not as bad as "American Dreamz" going too dark, but same principle) Though the turn made sense when compared to the rest of the movie.
From what I hear, if | 541 |
China Underground > China News > Chinese, U.S. militaries discuss return of undersea drone – foreign ministry
Chinese, U.S. militaries discuss return of undersea drone – foreign ministry
December 7, 2020 December 19, 2016 by China-Underground
BEIJING (Reuters) – The Chinese and U.S. militaries are having "unimpeded" talks about the return of U.S. underwater drone taken by a Chinese naval vessel in the South China Sea last week, China's foreign ministry said on Monday.
The drone, known as an unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV), was taken on Thursday in waters off the coast of the Philippines, the first seizure of its kind in recent memory.
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who has vowed to take a more aggressive approach in dealing with China over its economic and military policies, jumped on the unusual seizure with a pair of provocative tweets, accusing Beijing of stealing the equipment.
The Pentagon went public with its complaint about the incident and said on Saturday it had secured a deal to get the drone back.
Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said the she believed the U.S. drone issue will be appropriately handled. China's defence ministry had earlier accused Washington of hyping up the issue.
China is deeply suspicious of any U.S. military activities in the resource-rich South China Sea, with state media and experts saying the use of the drone was likely part of U.S. surveillance efforts in the disputed waterway.
The overseas edition of the ruling Communist Party's People's Daily said in a commentary on Monday the USNS Bowditch, which was operating the drone, was a "serial offender" when it came to spying operations against China.
"The downplaying of the actions of the drone cannot cover up the real intentions in the background," it said. "This drone which floated to the surface in the South China Sea is the tip of the iceberg of U.S. military strategy, including towards China."
The drone, which the Pentagon said was operating<|fim_middle|> to take the drone.
But Ni said this is a very different incident from the 2001 intercept of a U.S. spy plane by a Chinese fighter jet that resulted in a collision that killed the Chinese pilot and forced the American plane to make an emergency landing at a base on Hainan.
"This is a much smaller incident, it won't affect the overall picture of China-U.S. relations," he said, adding that he did not expect China to seek an apology from the U.S.
The 24 U.S. air crew members were held for 11 days until Washington apologised for the incident. That encounter soured U.S.-Chinese relations in the early days of President George W. Bush's first administration.
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The USNS Bowditch is an "infamous" military reconnaissance ship that has been surveying China's coastal waters since 2002, said Ma Gang, a professor at the People's Liberation Army National Defence University, told the official China Daily.
"Oceanic data is crucial for ship formations, submarine routes and battle planning," Ma said. "Therefore, it is normal for the Chinese Navy to be suspicious of Bowditch's activities given past experience."
According to Chinese state media, the same ship was involved in incidents in 2001 and 2002 when it was shadowed by Chinese navy ships while operating in the Yellow Sea. Chinese media say it has also operated in the sensitive Taiwan Straits.
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Amyloid is a key feature of Alzheimer's disease, but the accumulation of these sticky proteins may not be the only risk factor for developing Alzheimer's disease.
Other, modifiable risk factors, such as the amount of fats in our blood and how efficiently our bodies generate energy could also play important roles, new research suggests.
One of the largest studies of Alzheimer's disease in people with Down syndrome (DS-AD) reveals metabolic alterations in DS-AD are similar to those seen in late-onset Alzheimer's disease (LOAD) among the general population.
"We found that people with Down syndrome, who also have Alzheimer's disease, show a deficit in energy metabolism that is similar to people with Alzheimer's disease in the general population," says first author Mark Mapstone of the neurology department at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine and member of the Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders (UCI MIND).
"These findings suggest that the amyloid accumulation, which occurs from birth in Down syndrome, may not be the only factor determining Alzheimer's risk."
The study is one of the first large-scale blood-based investigation of metabolic factors associated with aging and cognitive status in adults with Down syndrome and Alzheimer's disease. It was based on a large cohort of adults with Down syndrome who were enrolled in the Alzheimer's Biomarker Consortium-Down Syndrome (ABC-DS), a multi-site, longitudinal cohort study of adults with Down syndrome over age 25.
"Disruption of metabolic function is a recognized feature of late onset Alzheimer's disease," says Mapstone. "Our discovery could open new avenues for preventing this metabolic deficit in all people at risk for the disease.
Down syndrome is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder affecting over 250,000 individuals in United States. People with Down syndrome have a very high risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and nearly all have the brain pathology (amyloid plaques) of Alzheimer's at death.
"Their risk is thought to come from the fact that they have three copies of chromosome 21, where a key gene that produces amyloid is found. Because they have three copies of the gene, instead of two, they overproduce amyloid which is the key pathology of Alzheimer's disease," says Mapstone.
"By studying Alzheimer's risk in people with Down syndrome, we can understand how important amyloid is to the development of the disease."
Funding for this study came, in part, from the National Institute on Aging and the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development.
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The Disney princesses have been a significant part of our culture since Snow White made her debut 80 years ago. In many ways, they have become more than just animated character in movies. They are characters that others look to as role models and for inspiration. In recent years, talented artists have created reminagings of the princesses as many things. But there is one that no one had done: empowered women with modern jobs.
With that in mind, Matt Burt, a graphic artists who works on special projects for Simple Thrifty Living, created a beautiful set of illustrations that show the princesses as women with those roles. He worked alongside David Cusick, his coworker, and other team members to choose the right roles for each princess.
"One of our goals in this project was to have the women excelling in their job," said Cusick. "We wanted them to be at the top of their careers or headed that way and we also wanted them to be in roles that are traditionally male dominated."
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The team said they created these to help inspire others. When asked about feedback on the artwork, Burt said the responses have been truly touching.
"People from across the world have been reaching out to tell me how much they've enjoyed the illustrations," Burt told Ms Career Girl. "Women have messaged me saying they've printed out the art and hung in up in their daughter's room. It's very humbling. My favorite messages are from teachers asking to use them in their classroom. My mom is a teacher so that's special to me."
It's good to see these princesses as empowered women. Because they are so influential, it's important to see them thriving in a career that they love, no matter what it may be. Check out all of the princesses below:
Merida (Brave) – Two-time Olympian (Archery & Equestrian) – Merida competed for her own hand in marriage, so why not for a gold medal in the Olympics? Skilled in both archery and horseback riding, Merida competes for her country in multiple events. She's already won multiple golds, but aims to add a few more in the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.
Rapunzel (Tangled) – Neurologist – Since her birth, Rapunzel has always had the power to heal. After saving her future husband, Eugene Fitzherbert, and reuniting with her royal family, Rapunzel went to medical school and earned her doctorate. She specialized in neurology and has become a leading expert in the country. It's now her dream to help as many patients as she can and provide exceptional medical care.
Aurora (Sleeping Beauty) – Coffee Company CEO – Aurora knows how hard it is to wake up. After being awoken from her enchanted sleep, Aurora made it her career to help others stay awake — and what better way to do that than coffee! Aurora is the founder and CEO of Spinning Wheel Coffee, one of the leading coffee chains in the nation.
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Ty Dellandrea (born July 21, 2000) is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre for the Dallas Stars of the National Hockey League (NHL).
Playing career
Junior
Flint Firebirds
Dellandrea was drafted in the first round, fifth overall, by the Flint Firebirds in the 2016 OHL Priority Selection.
He appeared in his first career OHL game on September 21, 2016, scoring a goal against Brendan Bonello of the Saginaw Spirit 63 seconds into the game, as the Firebirds defeated the Spirit 4–0. He began his OHL career with points in each of his first five games. On October 15, Dellandrea scored his first career OHL multi-goal game, as he had two goals and an assist in a 5–3 loss to the Barrie Colts. Dellandrea finished the 2016–17 season with 13 goals and 24 points in 57 games. On March 23, Dellandrea suited up for his first career post-season game in a 5–2 loss to the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds. Six days later, Dellandrea earned his first career OHL playoff point, assisting on a goal scored by Kole Sherwood in a 5–2 loss to the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, which would be his only point of the five playoff games he played in the season.
Dellandrea saw improvement to his offensive numbers during the 2017–18 OHL season. In his first game of the season on September 22, Dellandrea scored two goals in a 5–3 win over the Kitchener Rangers. On November 15, he recorded his second career three-point game, as Dellandrea recorded three assists in a 5–3 win over the Saginaw Spirit. Dellandrea recorded his first career OHL hat-trick on December 16, as he scored three goals, as well as added two assists for a five-point game, in a 5–2 win over the Sarnia Sting. From January 26 until February 2, Dellandrea recorded four consecutive two-point games. Dellandrea finished the season with 27 goals and 59 points in 62 games. Following the season, Dellandrea was named the Firebirds MVP and awarded the Combined Academic & Athletics Excellence award, having earned a 4.0 grade point average while attending Grand Blanc High School.
Dellandrea returned to the Firebirds for the 2018–19 OHL season and he was named captain of the team. On January 6, Dellandrea set a career high when he recorded four assists in a 6–4 win over the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds. Less than a week later, on January 12, Dellandrea tied his career high for points in a game, as he scored a goal and four assists for five points, in a 6–2 victory over the Sarnia Sting. Dellandrea finished the season with 22 goals and 63 points in 60 games.
In 2019–20 OHL season, Dellandrea returned to Flint for a fourth season, remaining the captain of the team. On November 20, Dellandrea recorded the second hat-trick of his OHL career, as he scored three goals in a 6–4 loss to the Sarnia Sting. Just over two weeks later, on December 5, Dellandrea recorded another hat-trick, as he scored three goals, as well as an assist, in a 5–2 win over the Barrie Colts. On January 19, Dellandrea tied his career-high for points in a game, as he scored two goals and added three assists for five points, in an 8–5 win over the Kingston Frontenacs. This game started a five-game streak in which Dellandrea scored 10 goals and 18 points. Dellandrea finished the season with a career-high 32 goals and 70 points in 48 games.
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Dellandrea became the first Firebird to be selected in first round of the NHL Entry Draft when he was selected 13th overall by the Dallas Stars in 2018. He then participated at the Stars Development camp, and signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Stars on September 19, 2018.
On March 19, 2019, following the end of his junior season with the Flint Firebirds, the Stars assigned Dellandrea to their American Hockey League<|fim_middle|>rea ended with two goals and five points.
Dellandrea played for Team Canada at the 2020 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, as he scored three goals and five points in seven games, helping Canada win the gold medal.
Personal life
Dellandrea was born in Port Perry, Ontario, to Loni and Jay Dellandrea. He has one younger sister, Tristen. In December 2017, Dellandrea was diagnosed with Celiac disease and requires a gluten free diet to remain healthy. He grew up in Port Perry and played some of his minor hockey for the Port Perry Predators before moving to the Central Ontario Wolves.
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Texas Stars players | (AHL) affiliate, the Texas Stars. The following day, on March 20, Dellandrea appeared in his first professional hockey game, in a 6–3 victory over the Grand Rapids Griffins. On April 5, Dellandrea scored his first career professional goal, as he scored the game-winning goal on a penalty shot against Collin Delia of the Rockford IceHogs in a 2–1 win. Dellandrea also assisted on the first goal of the game to earn his first career multi-point game in the AHL. In 11 games with Texas, Dellandrea scored two goals and three points.
Dellandrea made his NHL debut during the shortened 2020–21 NHL season where he played 26 games, recording three goals and two assists, for a total of five points in his first season. Pulled up to the NHL for only one game in the regular season in 2021-22 and one game in the postseason 2022 Stanley Cup playoffs, Dellandrea made the opening night roster for the 2022–23 NHL season, playing on the second line alongside Tyler Seguin and Mason Marchment.
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Spray Dryer Absorbers facilitate the removal of acidic pollutants, heavy metals, and dust from flue- and off-gases at fossil-fuelled power plants, waste incinerators and industrial installations.
The SDA process
The Spray Drying Absorption process – a semi-dry flue gas desulphurization and cleaning process – facilitates a reaction efficiently transforming gaseous pollutants such as e.g. SO2, SO3, HCl, Hg, and dioxins into a slaked lime Ca(OH)2 absorbent to form a stable and dry powdery product that is easy to store and transport.
Spray Drying Absorption - the unique use of the spray drying technology for acid-gas absorption - was originally invented by GEA in the 1970s. Ever since, it has been subject to continuous further development and optimized to meet changing conditions and requirements. Hence, the process stands as an efficient, versatile and thoroughly tested technology. Every Spray Drying Absorption process is tailored to meet the client's requirements as well as applicable environmental legislation. The absorbers boast well-proven system features such as e.g. peak-control and activated-carbon injection which have been designed for the purposes of ensuring low mercury and dioxin emission.
• High acid-gas removal efficiencies
• Low capital, operating and maintenance costs
• Low power and water consumption – operates on low-quality water
• High plant availability
The Spray Drying Absorption process
The Spray Drying Absorption process is a semi-dry flue gas desulphurization process. The process uses slaked lime Ca(OH)2 as absorbent and results in a stable and dry end product, mainly consisting of fly ash and various calcium compounds.
Hot, untreated flue gas is introduced into the Spray Dryer Absorber via a flue gas disperser and subsequently comes into contact with a highly reactive absorbent that will be atomized by a Rotary Atomizer. An efficient contact between flue gas and absorbent allows for rapid mass transfer of acidic components from the flue gas into the alkaline absorbent. The absorbent neutralizes the absorbed acid (SO2 + Ca(OH)2 -> CaSO3/CaSO4 + H2O). While this reaction takes place, the water is evaporated, thus forming a dry powder. A fraction of the dry powder will be deposited at the bottom of the absorber chamber and discharged from here, whereas the main part is carried to the downstream dust collector while the cooled flue gas leaves the chamber. The flue gas – now clean – passes from the dust collector to the stack without re-heating.
The Ca(OH)2 – either purchased as slaked lime or (more frequently and economically) prepared on site from burned lime, CaO – is pumped to the Rotary Atomizer from a buffer tank. After separation, the powder is either transported to an end-product storage facility, or recycled in the process for improved utilization of excess absorbent. The end product from the process is a stable and dry powder. This powder is used all over the world, mainly in road construction, as building materials, and for other purposes in the construction industry.
The Spray Drying Absorption technology features excellent performance for absorption – not only of primary pollutants such as SO2 and HCl. For, due to finely atomized absorbent sprayed into the flue-gas stream and the subsequent dust removal, pollutants such as SO3, HF, etc. will practically be completely removed. This facilitates the use of carbon steel as construction material throughout the flue-gas path. And there are two further benefits: In the first place, the process allows for the use of low-quality process water, such as e.g. waste water or even seawater; and, secondly, as the process generates no waste water, there will be no subsequent waste-water treatment or processing.
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Worldwide, more than 200 Spray Drying Absorption plants are installed at power stations, steel plants, waste incinerator plants, and at plants burning hazardous waste. They all share one common trait: They are operated in accordance with or above required performance stipulations as laid down by local authorities. Even today, the very first plants, installed in the 1980's, are still operating satisfactorily and successfully.
• Total plants built: > 200
• Total number of absorbers: > 350
• Total number of atomizers: > 450
• Process installed at close to 25,000 MWe and 4,300 MWt power-plant capacity
• Process installed at more than<|fim_middle|> An outlet for larger particles is located at the bottom of the absorber cone.
GEA is constantly developing and optimizing the design and size of both spray-drying absorber chamber and gas disperser. We now provide the capacity for treating more than 2,000,000 Nm3/h in one single absorber chamber; and we are still striving to design the SDA for even higher gas loads.
With a considerable portion of a power plant's costs linked to emission control, the right technologies not only cushion environmental impacts, but also further competitive advantages.
The SDA power process
The Spray Drying Absorption process is a versatile way of cleaning flue gases by the removal of acid gases and particulates generated by fossil-fuel burning, mainly coal. Because of the presence of large volumes of flue gasses, power plant installations frequently have more than one Spray Dryer Absorber module. A compound-gas disperser ensures an optimum gas flow, even at very large volumes. The considerable plant size and gas volumes normally favor recycling of the end product, allowing operation at low outlet temperatures, no more than 10 - 15° C above adiabatic saturation temperature.
The end product from Spray Drying Absorption consists of the reaction products, excess absorbent and fly ash. The SO2/HCl ratio of the inlet gas is high, thus allowing for operation close to the adiabatic saturation temperature and minimizing the content of lime in the end product. A Spray Drying Absorption system can achieve very high desulphurization rates, practically only limited by the accepted content of excess lime in the end product.
When it comes to gas amount and composition, the normal changes in operation of the upstream flue gas generator are generally so smooth that control of outlet temperatures and emissions are achieved by simply mixing the feed streams of absorbent and recycle slurry (or water) in the above head tank. To a large extent, the absorbent used for power plant applications is purchased and stored as CaO and then slaked on site.
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The hot untreated flue gas is introduced into the absorber module via gas dispersers for optimum gas flow distribution; and contact with the absorbent is facilitated by the rotary-atomizer assisted spray. The efficient contact between gas and atomized absorbent slurry allows for the rapid mass transfer of acidic components occurring during the process from gaseous state into a liquid state.
The alkaline absorbent neutralizes the absorbed acid, and the desired reaction product is generated by simultaneous water evaporation. A fraction of the dried end product will be deposited at the bottom of the absorber chamber from which it will be discharged, whereas the main part is carried to the downstream dust collector together with the cooled flue gas, and then removed from the gas. The now clean gas passes from the dust collector to the stack without re-heating.
Following the chemical reaction of acidic-component absorption and the final drying, the powdery end product is separated from the gaseous state and transported to an end-product storage facility or re-used in the SDA process for improved utilization of excess absorbent. Whether or not to design the SDA plant as a single-pass system or to incorporate a recycle system will depend on the inlet gas quality and emission requirements.
Spray Drying Absorption is the ideal solution for removing dust and acid-gas exhaust from sinter plants.
The SDA Sinter process
The Spray Drying Absorption process is a versatile means to clean off- and flue gases by the removal of acid gases and particulates. Spray Drying Absorption installations for sinter plants combine features from power- and waste incineration plants. Flue gas volumes are normally high; and, hence, necessitate the installation of large absorber modules. But, frequently, acid contents will be relatively low, thus allowing for the use of single pass systems.
Variations in gas quality may occur relatively fast, and therefore the control system must be designed to act accordingly. To a large extent, absorbent used for sinter plant applications will be purchased and stored as CaO for subsequent on-site slaking. The Rotary Atomizers applied in sinter plants are generally F-360, F-800 and F-1000, equipped with stainless steel wheels and central parts.
The hot, untreated flue gas is introduced into the absorber module via gas dispersers for optimum gas flow distribution; and contact with the absorbent is obtained via Rotary Atomizer spraying. The efficient contact between gas and atomized absorbent slurry allows for rapid mass transfer of acidic components from a gaseous stage into a liquid state.
The alkaline absorbent neutralizes the absorbed acid, and the product from this reaction is formed while water is evaporated simultaneously. A fraction of the dried end product is deposited at the bottom of the absorber chamber from which it will be discharged, whereas the main part is carried to the downstream dust collector with the cooled flue gas and removed from the gas. The clean gas passes from the dust collector to the stack without re-heating.
Following the absorption of acidic components, the chemical reaction, and the final drying, the powdery end product is separated from the gaseous stage and transported to an end-product storage facility or re-used in the Spray Drying Absorption process for improved utilization of excess absorbent. Whether or not to design the plant as a single pass system or to incorporate a recycle system will depend on inlet gas quality and emission requirements.
Spray drying Absorption is a means to meet the strict emission regulations applying to waste-incineration plants.
The SDA waste process
Waste incinerator applications are generally characterized by relatively low gas amounts; and, hence, the absorber is constructed with only a roof gas disperser. The smaller plant size and the composition of acid content typically favor single-pass designs. The Rotary Atomizers employed in waste incinerator plants, SDAs, are normally type F-100, equipped with wheels in Hastelloy.
The high HCl content in the gas gives rise to a considerably higher inlet gas temperature than seen in power plant applications. Consequently, the end products will show different behaviours. Further, the moisture and O2 content of the waste gas is higher. The drying properties of the absorber, high chloride content in the end product, single pass mode, etc., call for a design with higher retention time in the absorber chamber, and therefore the plants are operated at high outlet temperatures.
A peak control system can be incorporated in the design for the purposes of improving the Spray Dryer Absorber system's ability to handle extreme variations in inlet conditions. With this feature, a dry absorbent, powdery Ca(OH)2, is blown directly into the flue-gas stream. An adsorbent system based on the injection of pulverized activated carbon may also be employed to efficiently limit the emission of especially mercury and dioxins. The absorbent employed for waste-incinerator applications can be CaO and Ca(OH)2, depending on local supplies and costs.
The hot, untreated flue gas is introduced into the absorber module via the roof gas disperser for optimum gas flow distribution; and contact with the absorbent is obtained via Rotary Atomizer spraying. The efficient contact between the gas and the atomized absorbent slurry allows for rapid mass transfer of acidic components from a gaseous stage into a liquid stage.
The alkaline absorbent neutralizes the absorbed acid, and the desired reaction product is achieved. Simultaneous with this reaction, the water is evaporated, thus forming a dry powder. A fraction of the dry powder will be deposited at the bottom of the absorber chamber and discharged from here, whereas the main part is carried to the downstream dust collector together with the cooled flue gas, and removed from the gas. The clean gas passes from the dust collector to the stack without re-heating.
Subsequent to the chemical reaction, setting off the absorption of acidic components, and the final drying, the powdery end product is separated from the gaseous state and transported to an end-product storage facility. For efficient removal of dioxins and mercury from the gas, pulverized activated carbon is also injected into the gas stream The peak control system, which is based on the injection of hydrated lime into the gas stream, can also be incorporated in designs targeted at rapid control of substantial variations in the inlet gas quality. Most waste incinerator Spray Dryer Absorber plants are designed as single-pass systems. | 160 incineration lines, worldwide
• Process installed at more than 10,000 m2 sinter band, worldwide
The Spray Dryer Absorber – the Rotary Atomizer, the Gas Disperser and the Absorber Chamber – is the heart of the Spray Drying Absorption process.
Ever since the first Spray Dryer Absorbers were designed, both the process and its key components have been subjected to further development – and we will continue to do so.
Rotary Atomizer
Atomizer wheel
The Rotary Atomizer is the key element in the Spray Dryer Absorber. This piece of equipment atomizes the absorbent liquid into flue gas, basically by feeding the absorbent liquid to the atomizer wheel that rotates at around 10,000 rpm. Slinging the liquid outwards, the fast rotating wheel breaks the liquid into an atomized mist of exceptionally small droplets (less than 50 microns) with immense surface areas.
Using special stainless-steel types, abrasion-resistant wheels and wheel inserts, the Rotary Atomizers applied for the Spray Drying Absorption processes – types F-100, F-360, F-800 and F-1000 – have been modified to withstand the frequently rough environments and abrasive absorbents.
The structure of the Rotary Atomizer comprises an upper and a lower part, separated by a central supporting plate. The upper part houses the gearbox and lubrication system together with the upper oil sump. The Atomizer is powered from a vertical flange motor, located above the gear box. A flexible coupling transmits the power from the motor to the input shaft of the gearbox. The atomizer's lower part, which is exposed to the hot media inside the Absorber Chamber, mainly consists of the flexible spindle, spindle bearings, feed and flush piping, the liquid distributor, and the Atomizer wheel. Due to the products' resistance to abrasion, both atomizer parts and atomizer wheel parts are manufactured of ceramic materials. As these parts are exposed to much wear and tear from the absorbent feed, they are replaceable.
The Gas Dispersers
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The size of the chamber depends on the amount and properties of flue gas; and the shape will vary according to the type of gas disperser. | 827 |
ONE.de Service-Center - What is BIOS / (U)EFI?
BIOS (Basic Input Output System) describes the Firmware from x86-Systems. It's a non-volatile memory, which is located on a chip on the mainboard of a computer or notebook.
The mainboard shown above is a model with 2 BIOS chips. On the left below the two chips there are pins to perform a BIOS-Reset. This can be used<|fim_middle|>OS flash") using a program. This is necessary to implement new functions or for fixing bugs with older versions. If an error occures during the update usually it ends in irreparably damaged status of the mainboard. BIOS Updates happen on own risk, please handle them with special care. | to reset the BIOS Settings to their factory settings. On the left there is also the BIOS Battery, which ensures that the settings are saved, even when the computer is in a completely powerless state.
All basic settings are from the computer are stored in BIOS. These include, for example, the date and time, the boot orger of the built-in or connected devices, and the functionality of all ports and components in the mainboard. Below you can see the man menu of a BIOS menu.
The BIOS ensures that the hardware of the computer is going to be initialized, configured and test before the operating system starts. If there isn't any error, the operating system will be started from one of the data carriers from your system, according to the boot sequence.
UEFI was developed and introduced by spreading 64 bit systems. In addition to numerous extensions, the handling was simplified. To ensure compability with old operating systems, the UEFI includes an emulation of BIOS.
It is possible to update the BIOS to a new version (it's called "BI | 212 |
Jun 4, 2014 › Categories: Cannabis › Tags: cannabis, Deep (Thoughtful), Educational-for-adults, legalization, politics
Phenomenons in Politics — Tri-Partisan Support in RI? The Marijuana Regulation, Control and Taxation Act
by David Sorgman
Bill: H-7506 "H<|fim_middle|> in your district and representing their popular views. Therefore, one can assume that those who are opposed to legalization are being more vocal about their views in all of the right places.
To counteract this type of influence, be more vocal about your personal views and make them known, not only to your local politicians but to the people in your community. Those who oppose an end to prohibition are often just misinformed or influenced by the stigma associated with marijuana use. Present those who are unaware of the facts with sources and research that prove an end to prohibition is a move toward progress. Become active in local politics, contribute to your community and present yourself in a responsible manner. Lead by example and others will follow, especially when the example is just.
Here are a few great resources for anyone interested in the legalization movement:
Contact Regulate RI and join the coalition to end prohibition in RI. regulateri.com
The Marijuana Policy Project (mpp.org) is a invaluable resource to the movement. They have a vast database of reports, studies, bills and other cannabis-related news and information.
The Drug Policy Alliance has an impressive blog, as well as a plethora of facts concerning individual rights, drug war statistics and more. drugpolicyalliance.org
Law Enforcement Against Prohibition (LEAP) is an organization that has front line experience in the war on drugs and seeks to stop it. leap.cc
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On May 16, a RI House Judiciary Committee recommended that the Marijuana Regulation, Control & Taxation Act (Bill: H-7506) be "held for further study" along with six other marijuana-related bills. What this means is that they will wait for those who proposed the bill to come back with more convincing research that would warrant an actual vote. What this really means is that the committee most likely will not vote on the bill during this session and it will be pushed aside, never to be spoken of again. Many people involved with the movement to end prohibition in our fine state consider this recommendation to be a defeat of the new bill. But this couldn't be further from the truth.
There is tri-partisan support for H-7506, which is a phenomenon in itself, and this is the second year in a row that such legislation has been presented to the house. Over 53 percent of Rhode Islanders support legalization. Bob Plain, Editor/Publisher of Rhode Island's Future, writes, "Legalizing marijuana could mean $82 million in annual revenue for RI." The statistics from Colorado and Washington have all been encouraging in matters concerning revenue, crime and adolescent use. The same can be said for those states with decriminalization and medical marijuana laws. What more convincing research could this committee need?
You have to ask what the true motivation behind such a decision could be. With any politician, it is essentially votes, is it not? Morals and values definitely play a huge part in any politically held position, but in order to get to that position — and stay there — you ultimately need to win the popularity contest. This means listening to the constituents | 346 |
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The Gwinnett County Sports Hall of Fame plans to celebrate its 10th class with an impressive keynote speaker and another strong class of inductees.
Legendary Alabama head football coach Nick Saban, a six-time national champion, is the featured guest of the event, scheduled for May 1 at the Sonesta Gwinnett Place in Duluth. All proceeds from the induction ceremony and dinner go to the Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation's scholarships and academic initiatives.
The 2019 inductees are former Shiloh softball star Megan Wiggins, longtime South Gwinnett baseball coach John Sawyer, Norcross and Clemson team manager David Saville, former Collins Hill and Norcross basketball coach Angie Hembree, Brookwood and Georgia Bulldogs football player Rennie Curran and South Gwinnett grad Mickey Conn, a former Grayson and current Clemson coach.
Curran was a three-time All-American and All-SEC linebacker at UGA — he had 284 tackles in three seasons before turning pro — and was selected in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans. He also played in the Canadian Football League before injuries ended his career. He now works as a keynote speaker,<|fim_middle|> are available with more information at www.gcps.founation.org/Hall-of-fame and 404.405.6471.
What: Gwinnett County Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner
When: May 1 | author, personal development coach, and entreprenuer.
The inductees will be recognized at the May 1 event, which begins with a 5:30 p.m. mixer and silent auction. Saban speaks at 6:30 p.m., followed by the induction ceremony and dinner at 7:15. Buck Lanford of Fox 5 Atlanta is the evening's emcee.
"Don't miss your chance to walk among legends at the 10th annual Gwinnett County Sports Hall of Fame Dinner featuring keynote speaker, Alabama Crimson Tide's Coach Nick Saban," GCPS Foundation senior executive director Aaron Lupuloff said. "Proceeds from this powerful night of recognition will be dedicated to academic initiatives benefiting the students and teachers of Gwinnett County Public Schools."
Tickets to the celebration are available at www.gcps-foundation.org/events or by calling 678-301-6335. Sponsorships also | 196 |
Soon-to-be new dad Prince Harry gives ballet a twirl during visit to a YMCA
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Prince Harry is giving a glimpse into what a good sport he'll be as a dad after he joined in a ballet class with young kids<|fim_middle|> mental health problem at some point in their lives. It is a part of all of us. Have an unashamed conversation on how you feel, be empowered to share your story and you will see you are not alone. For more information visit @heads_together. - 📷Royal Communications / PA
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Harry, whose wife, Duchess Meghan, is expected to give birth this month to their first child, made a solo visit Wednesday to the YMCA South Ealing.
While watching students in a ballet class for kids ages four to six, Harry, 34, learned about the class's "ballet challenge," where students balance on one leg, according to reports.
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Harry jumped right in and gave it a shot as well, successfully balancing on his left leg with his arms extended out for balance.
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Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex takes part in a ballet class for 4 to 6 year olds, while on a visit to YMCA South Ealing in west London on April 3, 2019.
The Duke of Sussex's visit to the YMCA was part of his continued efforts to raise awarneness about mental health. In 2016, Harry, his brother, Prince William, and sister-in-law, Duchess Kate, launched Heads Together, an initiative to change the conversation on mental health.
PHOTO:Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex joins children taking part in ballet class for 4 to 6 year olds, while on a visit to YMCA South Ealing in west London on April 3, 2019.
Photos of Harry's visit were shared on @sussexroyal, Harry and Meghan's new Instagram account, which went live Tuesday. The account now has more than 3 million followers.
Today The Duke of Sussex met with families, children and young adults at @Ymcaenglandandwales in South Ealing as a continuation of his dedicated work in the mental health space. "There continues to be huge progress in smashing the stigma that surrounds mental health, but let's keep normalising the conversation. Let's keep reminding each other that it's okay to not be okay, and to listen to each other. After all, how we think determines how we act, how we feel, and how we treat ourselves and those around us." -The Duke of Sussex. It takes courage, strength and honesty, but talking through your mental health issues often becomes the key to dealing with them. Just like physical exercise, which we all know is good for us; we have to care for our minds as much as we do for our bodies. 1 in 4 people will experience a | 535 |
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5 Ways AI Can Help Small Businesses Grow More!
Efficient Artificial intelligence (AI) solutions require vast volumes of costly data to train. As a consequence, small companies are often unable and reluctant to integrate AI into their business workflow.
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Don't' stress about operating at your 'full capacity'.
I remember listening to a golf pro talk about the ideal swing at some point.
I'm not going to tell you it was when I was having lessons. It was one Sunday morning, watching TV<|fim_middle|> a crap game, one of the older players would always say just slow down, don't try so hard… and it mostly worked… similar theory I suppose….
This is the best blog I've read for a while Jon. I'm filing this for future reference. I unconsciously went at 100% when my children were young and had parents and in laws to care of. I ended up with anxiety and had a few panic attacks. Thankfully I sought help and realised what and how it happened. I learnt to say "No" to others and myself and do things that at a comfortable rate. I stand my ground and when there's an urgency about something, I get it done quickly and efficiently without becoming flustered. Everyone around me wonders how effortlessly and calm I get things done. As a career temp this works unbelievably well. It works well running a household and now on my investment journey. Investing doesn't become such a chore. Some days I think I run at 100% but then I balance it out with 70, 50 or 30. The percentage really depends on my tasks. The plan is to spread my tasks so that I can spread my % level leaving room to re energise. Today I'm at 30%. Have a great day. | , feeling too dusty to even change the channel.
Anyway, the point that stuck with me was his idea that you should never be swinging above 70%.
So if 0% is where you're not even moving, and 100% is when you're summoning every last ounce of physical strength you have, you should never be throwing more than 70% at the ball.
He reckons that once you get above 70% – especially as you get closer to 100%, you just start introducing error into your swing. All that force and effort needs to be perfectly balanced. If not, one muscle pulls a little tighter than the others, and your swing gets thrown out of wack.
What's worse, if your swing is out of wack and you're throwing all your effort at the ball, you can end up sending it way into the trees. Small errors in your swing become big deviations in trajectory when you're giving it everything you've got.
But if you keep it below 70% (and look, I've got no idea how you measure something like that. But it's the idea that counts) – if you keep it below 70% then you're operating in a comfortable zone. You're not locking things up. The elements of your swing are moving freely, almost effortlessly.
In that range, you're able to hold all the elements in harmony. Your arms are in balance with your hips.
As a result, you'll hit the ball cleaner and with more control. You'll have better line and you'll probably get more distance too.
So while it feels counter-intuitive, if you want a consistent, good, long drive, you need to keep a lid on things. You need to stop yourself from getting excited, and keep your swing down around 70%.
The thing that stuck with me though was the way he thought about training. For him, training was all about shifting where your 70% is at.
So on any given day, there isn't much you can do about where your 70% is at – how far you're able to hit the ball. But over time, there is. You can do strength exercises to build greater capacity in your muscles. You can practice on your swing to make it more fluid and clean. Repetition also improves your hand-eye coordination and determines how well you strike the ball.
With practice and training, your capacity expands. And the reason we train is not so that we improve our 100% – what we can do when we're giving it everything we've got. It's so we can improve our 70% – how much we can achieve when we're taking it easy.
This is quite profound I think.
For the investment journey, it has profound implications. And for most endeavours in life really.
This "70% rule" is quite powerful.
But let's think about it in the context of investment. I totally agree that you want to be operating at 70% capacity. You want to be swinging at deals that don't demand every last ounce of strength that you have. You want to be swinging at deals that are well inside your comfort zone.
Why? Pretty much the exact same reasons this golf pro pointed out.
When you're swinging full tilt you're adding a lot of effort and tension into it. When you're on your edge you're not going to be making the best decisions. You're going to be 'forcing it'.
And small mistakes with big money can result in big losses.
Also, it's not sustainable. Some deals can take over a year to pull off. You can't be operating at 100% for 18 months. You'll burn yourself out.
And, it's just not fun. Every deal should be enjoyable, if you're planning a career in deal making. Each deal should give you more energy that it takes from you.
So come back to where you're swinging in your comfort zone.
The other point I'd make is that I see a lot of people trying to keep themselves operating at 100%.
They go the full colonic-irrigation juice fast retreat in Bali, to keep themselves operating at full capacity. To keep themselves operating at their full potential.
But their full-potential is wasted on booking colonic irrigation juice fast retreats in Bali.
I know I'm going to anger every god in the new age cosmos when I say this, but life is not meant to be lived at 100%.
I can count on one hand the number of days I've felt like I'm operating at 100%. There's always something. The baby is teething so you're not sleeping well. The inlaws are visiting so there's lots of distractions. You've got this flu that just won't clear up. The computer needs an upgrade.
So don't make it something to aspire to. You're chasing a dream.
Aspire to 70%. Aspire to be doing the best you can with whatever crap is going on in your life in the moment. Be content with that, remembering that this is where you're power actually lies.
Because the best way to expand your 70% is through experience – experience supported by self-education and development.
And the 70% of someone with 10 years of experience is worth an infinite amount more than the 100% of someone with no experience.
That's my thoughts. Next week, we'll talk about putting.
What capacity do you run best at? What level do you wish you were running at?
Great approach Jon. Years ago I tried to go at 105% and crashed and burned and many ways I never really recovered. I sense that more and more of the world is trying to operate in that rarified air space and missing out on what life is really meant to be.
At the following seminar, Tony Robbins was extolling the virtues of hyping yourself and staying awake for all except 5 hours wasted sleeping. Never mind that some people need 8 or 9 hours sleep.
Another good blog that your employees will love… Now they will all have an excuse to work at 70% and you will have to let them, wont you Jon????
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This article first appeared in Bereavement Magazine in 2001.
As a chaplain with hospice, bereavement counseling was a significant part of my job.
As of this posting, this incredible group of ladies has been continuing to meet monthly for over thirteen years. Their friendships have lasted with one another and with me.
They have been a special blessing to me.
Dianne and Bill had been inseparable, either when they had worked together in their store, or, in later years, enjoying their retirement. They had passed on certain traditions to their children. Upon entering their home, one could not help but notice a familiar theme. Everywhere you looked, objects were arranged in threes. On a shelf in the living room was a grouping of three angels. On the wall in the hallway were hanging three hearts. Whenever a member of the family drove away in a car, they would sound the horn. Everyone in the family knew that the "threes" stood for "I love you."
The children and grandchildren were distraught when Bill died<|fim_middle|> and Bereavement Publications, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This story first appeared in 2001 in Bereavement Magazine (now Living With Loss Magazine). It is reprinted here with permission of the publisher. | , but Dianne was inconsolable. In spite of Bill's lengthy illness and the presence of hospice, denial had been strong. Having been long time residents of the area, and owners of a store out at St. Petersburg Beach, the funeral service brought together a standing room only crowd. The pain of Dianne's grief isolated her as surely as if iron bars surrounded every opening of the house. Apart from family and my regular visits for grief counseling, there was little contact with the world.
One day, as I was leaving Dianne's house, I drove to my appointment with Alice, whose husband had recently died of cancer. The next hour would be different, for Alice's husband had gradually slipped away three years before to the dreaded scourge of Alzheimer's disease. Though sad, there were few tears left. I wondered which situation was to be preferred.
Bereavement counseling is an integral part of my work as a hospice chaplain, satisfying because of the sense of closure and completion. Rarely intense and dramatic, most survivors slowly emerge from the shadows of grief, often tentative about the light that healing brings. As a chaplain, my task is to companion them on the journey into a new life – a kind of bereavement midwifery. There are no shortcuts, no pat answers, no passes on the pain.
After four years, with a burgeoning caseload, I felt a growing sense of frustration. Individual sessions addressed deeply personal issues, and support groups allowed them to give voice to their pain in the presence of sympathetic peers, yet something was missing. There came a point when these ladies needed the cushion of friendship.
My heart went out to the new widows with whom I met, each facing their own fear and future. Driving from one appointment to another, nearly weekly, I thought how well we connected. The intimacy of grief and the healing of laughter had produced a number of growing friendships. Then it hit me. If they enjoyed our sessions and had so much in common, why wouldn't they enjoy each other's company? Why not have a luncheon once a month and just get out and have a good time? There would be no agenda and no set goals. My excitement grew as I shared the idea with a few of the ladies and saw their enthusiasm.
Seventeen ladies received an invitation reading, "You are invited to a 'Gaggle with a Giggle.'" On that first Tuesday, nine ladies showed up at a local buffet. Following introductions and handing out name tags, we went to the food line. At that point, getting the food created activity and conversation that helped break the ice. One lady offered to host the next meeting, but I vetoed that suggestion. "It is very generous of you, and I'm sure we would enjoy your hospitality, but let's continue to meet at a restaurant and prevent a sense of obligation that might inhibit attendance. This is a time for you to relax and get out, not to slave over a hot stove."
During the meal I listened to the very satisfying hubbub at the other end of the table. The gathering was an unqualified success. When we agreed to meet again in November, one of the ladies asked me to bring Joshua, my eleven month old grandson. He was at the right age to be very sociable, and he behaved beautifully as they passed him around the table for oohs and aahs. He continued to be a guest with us until he started walking and I had to spend half the time chasing him around the restaurant. By that time the group had bonded, and the need for a conversation piece had passed.
The number in attendance varied but was consistently between six and ten. At Christmas four of the ladies attended the holiday services of a local pastor they met in a support group. From time to time someone would shed tears at the lunch table and, before I could respond, there would be a comforting arm around a shoulder. New members and visitors were always welcome. My presence was always anticipated and appreciated, but not necessary. In my absence the group met without me.
The "Gaggle" has become a fixture. This past summer, hospice reorganized and changed my location to another part of the county. The ladies were concerned that I would not be able to attend, so they chose a restaurant closer to my new territory to make it easier for me.
There is a genuine caring for each other. Just over a year after the death of her husband, Anne discovered a lump in her breast and underwent surgery. Around her gathered a cadre of friends who would not let her suffer alone. Cards, visits and phone calls lessened the fear that accompanies words like cancer and malignancy. When she called to tell me of her plans, she emphasized her determination to be recovered from surgery in time for the next "Gaggle."
Now into its second year, the "Gaggle" faced a test this month. Beverly lost her husband in June. She did not drive, and she rarely left home. I knew that in time she would be a candidate for the "Gaggle," but though she expressed interest, she had conflicts for two months. The third month I wrote a note to Norine, asking her to make arrangements to bring Beverly. I was delighted to see them walk in together. Though shy and quiet at lunch, Beverly gradually became comfortable. As I left, they began talking about meeting at another location, especially since it would be approaching Christmas. I said, "Talk it over and let me know what you decide. I have to get back to work."
The next day, Shirley called me at the office and told me of their plans. It seems that after lunch they had all gone to Shirley's house and spend the afternoon together. Shirley said that Beverly emerged from her shell that day and enjoyed herself. It was her first social event since her husband died. They made special plans for the December luncheon at a steak house and then invited me to a "Christmas Open House" at Norine's the following week.
The "Gaggle' is well into its second year. Rather than becoming complacent and ingrown, the group has remained active and aggressive in reaching out to others. Recently the ladies reached a new level of maturity. Previously members of the "Gaggle" had identified with either me or another member of the group. A social worker on my team suggested the name of a survivor who would benefit from the support. I agreed but reminded her that with my new territory, I would not have time to develop a relationship as I had with the others. I mentioned this predicament at lunch to measure the response. One of the ladies spoke right up and requested the name and telephone number, and assured me that the potential new member would be invited and assisted if needed.
The roots of friendship have taken hold to provide necessary support. For my part, the survival and success of the "Gaggle" has been not only gratifying, but an example of the potential in the bereavement process.
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When I first reported enthusiastically on the experimental fun of gardening in straw bales, I promised an update. To recap, it is a process created by a<|fim_middle|> be curious how it turns out for the garden, too, and looks like I'll be using it there, too. | Minnesota horticulturalist, Joel Karsten who was the keynote speaker this year at the Otter Tail County Garden Day. Consequently the entire county was hit by bale buying frenzy within hours of his talk. I succeeded in my endeavor, only because Cousin Rick came to the rescue from North Dakota, his truck loaded with 10 bales just for us.
Mr. Karsten's premise is that straw bales provide multiple plusses. No special soil or fertilizer, a growing medium so rich when it breaks down that fields of mushrooms magically appear, no stooping down or over, mobility (someone reportedly moved his garden from one lot to another in the middle of summer!), and need for less water. Aside from the need for less water, I concur. And we're still at Mt. Faith, so the bales are still in one place.
In one place – but seriously SCHLUMPING! Evidently when the straw breaks down into rich sorta-loam, it also shrinks drastically in size, which isn't a problem in itself, but it tends to collapse on one side leaving a bell pepper, for instance, hanging on for dear life and subject to the ravages of gravity. SEE BELOW!
Also, I'm not convinced – however many mushrooms I may have grown inadvertently and not-withstanding – that the resulting growing medium is all that great.
I regularly plant marigolds around my veggies as I am convinced that their stinky smell just might ward off critters. Witness one of the few ratty remnants in a bale which was planted the same day as the plethora of blooms in my raised bed.
I can't show you the ratty lettuce or kale or brocolli in contrast to the ones in the raised beds, because I've already yanked the suckers out in disgust.
I'm sorry Mr. Karsten. You gave such a rousing presentation and it's just possible that it's my fault for not sprinkling with the right amount of nitrogen in the first 12 days or watering too much or too little, but I'm signing off next year. The good news is that it was a fun experiment and better yet, I have a ton of good mulch for the winter.
P.S.: Any "bale-ers" out there? Thoughts?
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The Uruguayan writer Eduardo Galeano passed away on 13 April 2015, aged 74. He started his career in journalism, but came to greater prominence in 1971 with what remains his best-known work, Las venas abiertas de América Latina (original: 220.d.97.88; translation: 670:8.c.95.866), a history of Latin America from the time of Columbus onwards, focusing on the economic exploitation and military oppression that had shaped the continent. This book remained popular and respected throughout the decades, and even became an unexpected bestseller in 2009, when the Venezuelan president Hugo Chávez publicly gifted a copy to Barack Obama.
Galeano had a long and varied writing career, throughout which he tried to bring to light the usually unwritten history of Latin America and the world – that of the victims, the poor and the<|fim_middle|> goodbye. History says, see you later."
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This entry was posted in Latin-American, Spanish and tagged authors, history, obituary, Spanish literature, Uruguay by europeancollections. Bookmark the permalink. | downtrodden – as he felt that without acknowledging and understanding this, governments and nations could never truly progress. His outspoken socialist stance unsurprisingly put him at odds with the right-wing dictatorships that dominated the Southern Cone in the 1970s and 1980s. He first fled Uruguay and then Argentina in the mid-1970s, and wrote another of his most famous works, Memoria del fuego (original: 670:8.c.95.547-9; translation: 9743.c.334-336), whilst in exile.
Galeano was able to return to his home country in 1985 and witnessed the election of Uruguay's first ever left-wing government in 2004. However, for the rest of his life he continued to reflect on the brutal legacies of colonialism and oppression in Latin America and the rest of the world – and the way in which governments continued to repeat the mistakes of the past – in works such as Espejos : una historia casi universal (original: C201.d.875; translation: C204.c.4475) and Los hijos de los días (original: 2012.8.5162; translation: C207.c.4362). Galeano saw in the modern-day military imperialism of developed democracies such as the United States a depressing mirror of the colonialism and enslavement of past centuries.
Parallel to (and very much interrelated with) his more socio-political work, Galeano was also highly esteemed for his writing on football. His best-known book in this vein was El fútbol a sol y sombre (original: 2001.8.5314; translation: 9005.c.7527), a kind of freeform social history and geography of the game. Galeano's passion for football was something he had in common with the German writer Günter Grass, who coincidentally passed away on the same day as him and also shared the Uruguayan's left-wing politics and strong social conscience. Both men abhorred the modern-day commercialization of the sport, but loved its potential for beauty and what it meant to their fellow countrymen.
In years to come, Eduardo Galeano's work and the issues it raises will almost certainly continue to resonate throughout the world. As he himself said, "History never really says | 523 |
'We Come Apart' by<|fim_middle|> was equally as telling in her family problems. You felt just how heartbreakingly stuck Jess was in her situation and I think perhaps above all else that was the scariest, most harrowing part; that she thought she would never be able to slip away and live outside of the constant pattern of violence that had become her day-to-day life. But that wasn't the case, and I have to point out that it was interesting to me that, in the end, Jess would be the one to actually get away, whilst Nicu, the POC, dealt with the fallout. That seemed to me like a very calculated and poignant move on both authors part in the planning of this story.
In that sense then, 'We Come Apart' is cripplingly relevant to the attitudes of the western world today towards race and the working class. Because, in the grand scheme of things, we are all, in our own perhaps secret ways, struggling with something. And so the world needs a little empathy. That's what 'We Come Apart' really offers: the chance to take a stroll in someone else's shoes and begin to truly understand.
Favourite lines:
"I want to find her world, to see what she see, to pain with her pain. Most of all I want my hand to touching hers, but I just leave it."
"We don't get far. But we do manage to move. We do get somewhere tied together like that."
"And I dreaming of you last night, but my eyes don't close for sleeping, and it raining in my stomach, and it storming in my heart."
"This is what I also thinking: I dream of my heart beating on top of Jess heart. So we beat like one."
Thank you to Bloomsbury via NetGalley for this review copy!*
'We Come Apart' is out 9th February!
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brunettegirl27 says:
I'm so glad you liked it; this book is on my wishlist and even if I'm going to wait an entire year in order to have my paperback copy I really can't wait to read it!
Especially because I really like Sarah's writing.
Alice Marshall says:
Yesss, it was such a good blending of different lives and commentary on what's going on in the world right now. I think I still preferred 'One', but 'We Come Apart' was still pretty wonderful x
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'We Come Apart' slowly unravels the lives of two teens from vastly different backgrounds, both though of whom have been dished out their fair share of bad luck. Nicu is a Romanian immigrant who moves to London with his parents. He's struggling to settle in a society that simply won't accept him, whilst also trying to deal with being shoehorned into an arranged marriage back home. Jess, a Londoner born and bred, attempts to have some form of control over her violent home life by shop-lifting, hanging out with the complete wrong crowd and ultimately getting into trouble with the police. Then the two meet at a youth reparation scheme carrying out community service, and, bit by bit, they begin to come together.
I read Sarah Crossan's 'One' last year and it was definitely one of my favourite books of 2016. However, I didn't actually manage to review it properly on here, because I… struggled to find the right words. Struggled to find the right words when, in a free verse narrative, every word felt so finely tailored to tell the story. I was a little daunted initially about reading a book told entirely through poetry, if I'm honest. I didn't know how I was meant to read it. If there was some kind of rule or rhythm in a book that wasn't strictly told in prose, or that didn't abide by the characteristics of iambic pentameter or rhyming couplets or any of that.
But I've come to really treasure and admire the format, especially now I've read 'We Come Apart', another book by Sarah Crossan, and also Brian Conaghan. Because in free verse the pacing is so different. It feels smoother, but also simultaneously quicker. You find yourself racing through the story and, in some ways, although you're processing the words that much faster the impact somehow feels bigger. The impact of it hits you square in the chest when something pivotal happens. You turn a page like you might turn a sharp corner in the street and suddenly you've smacked into this horrible, painful thing. You're running through these delicately woven words and then BAM! It happens. It's awful and yet you knew it was coming, but you just weren't quite ready for exactly how it would be delivered. In far fewer words that someway, somehow hurt even more.
Oh god… I've gone on a tangent. What I'm trying to say is: 'We Come Apart' has cemented my love for free verse as a story telling device. That moment that we were hurtling towards, climbing up and up before the big drop, really began to bring together for me how free verse can be used to create a journey that you really feel, that is tangible. Not to mention how utterly beautiful the words strung together were as a whole regardless of the plot itself. Just, gah!
But let's get more specific, because I definitely started gushing and getting way ahead of myself before I said anything about this book which actually makes any sense to anyone other than me.
The dual perspective of Jess and Nicu was so utterly well done. It was great, not only to get both halves of their shared story, but to be able to almost physically hear their individual voices and, indeed, their separate cultures and lifestyles. I especially loved Nicu's. As a character, he was just so pure and kind, and had this almost innocence about him and the strange new world he was entering. I will praise Sarah Crossan and Brian Conaghan to the end of this earth for bringing diversity to their book and for casting such a stark, cruel insight into the ignorance of some British people and their perspectives in terms of immigrants and what stereotypes we put on them. Especially in hindsight of the Brexit decision, it really brought 'We Come Apart' to life and marked the story it was telling in our history.
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For many years, researchers have suggested that there is a relationship between radicals and cancer. These free radicals, which are by-products of normal cell process that produces energy, called oxidation can wreck havoc within the cell. Free radicals damage has been implicated in up to 80 percent of all human diseases including cancer (Challem 7). Although the body is equipped with mechanisms to counter the side effects of oxidation, some researchers assert that food high in antioxidants or antioxidant supplements helps to reduce their harmful effects. Evidence for the benefits of ingesting antioxidants comes from epidemiological studies. Many studies suggests that humans with diets high in antioxidants or who have higher antioxidant levels in their blood have reduced risk of some diseases and may even live longer (Challem 33).
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Many articles reported association of supplemental vitamin c with cancer incidence or mortality. Four studies examined all cancer sites combined, and none found either large or statistically significant associations. The studies for stomach cancer found consistent inverse associations with Vitamin C.
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Other studies have looked at the ability of antioxidants to inhibit mutagenicity in bacteria which is used as an indicator of anti-cancer potential.
A number of the systematic reviewed literature however reveal | 1,103 |
The last issue of Architectural Digest edited by the amazingly talented Margaret Russell is out and we're not the only ones who are very sad to<|fim_middle|> thrilled to see you back – I missed you!!! | see her leave. We've come to know Margaret over the years through many of the projects we've done with designer Michael Smith and were honored to have our designs featured in the pages of AD (most recently in the March 2016 issue.) Her move from Elle Decor almost six years ago was welcomed by all and we love what she did with the redesign of this iconic magazine and website.
Needless to say, we'll miss Margaret's exquisite style and look forward to following her on Instagram. Whether she's capturing her travels, her friends or her flowers, we know that we can still live her life vicariously through her pretty pictures.
Thank you, Margaret, for six years of beautiful inspiration at Architectural Digest!
Welcome back, pretty ladies! You were missed.
So happy you have found some time to relax amidst the festivities!! I am | 172 |
Beckers Group Appoints Christophe Sabas As CEO
Christophe Sabas
Berlin, Germany - The Board of Directors of Beckers Group<|fim_middle|>as has been the acting CEO of the Group, an interim position that is now made permanent.
"Christophe has strong business acumen and a deep understanding and experience of Beckers' business," said Paul Schrotti, Chairman of Beckers Group. "He has successfully led the largest business area of the Group to a leading market position. The Board of Directors knows Christophe as a highly respected and knowledgeable leader with the ability to adapt to change. With his value-based leadership he will continue the journey to become the world's most sustainable coatings company."
Sabas commented, "I am excited about the opportunity to build an even stronger future for Beckers together with the team. We have all the necessary prerequisites to expand, continue to create real value for our customers and at the same time drive innovation and sustainability within our industry. I look forward to working with the Board and all my colleagues to take on this challenge."
About Beckers Group, Becker Specialty Corporation
Beckers supplies coil coatings used for metal construction products, among other markets. For more information, visit www.beckers-group.com. | has appointed Christophe Sabas as the coating company's CEO. Sabas has been with Beckers for over 20 years and part of the Management Team for 15 years. During the past 10 years, he has led Beckers' operations in Europe, the Americas and Africa.
As of June 2020, Sab | 71 |
Coping with Convergence: A Road Map for Successfully Combining Medical and Information Technologies
October 1, 2008 | Evaluations & Guidance
Hospitals are facing a changing world—one in which medical devices have become more software based, computer dependent, and network<|fim_middle|>forms, clinical lab results, prescriptions, and nurses' notes. But convergence issues also encompass a much broader range of circumstances. For example, consider the following scenarios:
All of these can involve a complex series of decisions that affect many areas of the hospital.
Convergence offers significant benefits, including streamlining of workflows, seamless communication of information, and an overall improvement in patient care. But it also raises significant concerns about potential new or additional patient safety risks, information security, and the need to define the roles and responsibilities of IT staff versus clinical engineering (CE) staff. And it affects all areas of the hospital, including clinical groups (e.g., nursing, radiology), support groups (e.g., CE, IT), and administrative groups (e.g., risk management, contracts/purchasing). Consequently, it requires the attention, cooperation, and support of executive and senior management.
This article explains the importance of convergence and the ways it can affect hospital operations and patient care. It also provides a road map that can help hospitals effectively and successfully implement integrated systems and technologies. Since the strategy provided is a high-level resource, future *Health...
Ambulatory Care CenterAmbulatory Surgery CenterAssisted-living FacilityBehavioral Health FacilityDialysis FacilityEmergency DepartmentEndoscopy FacilityHome CareHospiceHospital InpatientHospital OutpatientImaging CenterIndependent Living FacilityPhysician PracticeRehabilitation FacilityShort-stay FacilitySkilled-nursing FacilitySubstance Abuse Treatment FacilityTrauma Center
Allied Health PersonnelBiomedical/Clinical EngineerClinical PractitionerMaterials Manager/Procurement ManagerNurseRegulator/Policy MakerRisk Manager
Administrative and Support ServicesHealth Information TechnologyTechnology ManagementEquipment and Facility Planning | able. The exchange of medical information has become vital to the operation of a healthcare facility, including population of electronic health records (EHRs) and electronic medical records (EMRs). Medical devices must interact with different information systems and information technology (IT) networks. In short, there is a growing interrelationship between medical technology and IT—a situation we refer to in this article as converging technology,or simply convergence.
Convergence can impact areas ranging from the very specific to the very general. Most commonly, it involves the exchange of data such as vital signs information, patient alarms, radiographic images, cardiac wave | 123 |
Every now and then another hot thing blows up the Web. In '95 it was the birth of Amazon. Facebook exploded in '07. Gangnam Style made my ears bleed in '12. Cloud storage popularity exploded in 2013. I can't say that I made the decision to store some of my personal files in the cloud myself - more like I fell for a sweet offer from my handset manufacturer, which offered heaps of cloud storage upon purchase of a device.
I've never had any regrets about this move, as using cloud storage proved to be a safe and productivity-increasing option. The only hard thing I had to do was eventually deciding: Dropbox or Drive?
I'm still trying to find the answer.
In this VS we'll try to find which storage is more user-friendly, versatile and reliable. Google Drive and Dropbox are two hugely popular services, and there's a good reason for this. Both allow users to store their files online securely even on a free basic plan - with storage getting<|fim_middle|>'ve been using it for 3 years.
Well, for me the choice is obvious, and the article only clarified this fact. I don't need to store office documents. I'm an ordinary user, and all I need is a little space for my information. So I use Dropbox. | roomier and roomier as you let go of your precious dollars. Both services have their strengths and weaknesses, so let's dig in deeper.
While your decision about a cloud service shouldn't be based upon storage space alone, it's an important factor nevertheless - it should be large enough to store information other than your ID scans and photos backed up from your phone. And while free plans won't let you store a mammoth of data they would fare okay for most casual users.
The offer from Google Drive is 15GB of space on a free plan, and you can use it across multiple services including Gmail and Photos.
Dropbox provides you with a mere 2GB for free, so you have to choose carefully - just don't upload all those duplicate photos from trying to shoot (pun!) a squirrel still.
When you sign up for a cloud storage service, you want to start doing things on the go and see an increase in your productivity. You have to be able to sync, share, upload and download your stuff the way you want, and it's the point where functionality starts to buzz.
While Dropbox might seriously increase your productivity, it makes an impression of a service that's made for an average user who wants to save his important stuff in the cloud "just in case". The interface is flawless and quite easy to use with all the intuitive features that almost exclude the learning curve. The basic plan isn't a heavyweight when it comes to storage space, but it doesn't lag behind paid ones in terms of upload speed, sharing options and organization features. When you add files to your online folder, the process would normally go in the background, but it will use your battery and contribute to a slight decrease in multitasking speed. Things should return to normal when the upload is complete.
In a head-to-head sprint like this every detail could possibly play a crucial role. The more useful features your app has, the more loyal users you'll eventually have.
Google Drive, having its servers in the cloud and its roots in the world's most powerful search engine comes equipped with offers a powerful search tool that allows you to type any word and see the results in your folders in an instant. All the photos you snap with your phone will be saved to your Drive unless you opt out.
On the other hand, Dropbox has its own convincing perks. Even though it comes with less space, Selective sync is a nice option to weasel through your allotted 2GB and the separation of home and work accounts certainly gives you more privacy. Speaking of which, if you ever lose your device you can use the remote wipe option to delete all the data that might end up in the wrong hands.
With Dropbox, all of your data goes through SSL/TLS tunnels and once it's in the cloud, it gets encrypted according to AES-256 protocol - which is used by the government to store TOP SECRET data. Unless you want to store something which might result in questioning for 11 hours straight you should be okay with this level of security.
You can use the two-step verification process to ensure extra security, accompanied by an option to see the unknown devices trying to access your account. All of your deleted data is still saved by Dropbox for 30 days in case you need to restore it, but it might be a double-edged sword in certain situations.
Google Drive also utilizes all the top-notch security features like AES-256 encryption, storage of deleted data for 30 days as well as two-step verification. The only setback is having identical login details with other Google Services so you can't store your data safely if one of your accounts gets hacked.
So from a user's standpoint, this might be a bit of a touch-and-go condition, especially if you still remember about NSA data leaks and it should be an issue to think about when signing up for Google Drive.
Google Drive and Dropbox are two equally amazing and competitive cloud storage services, and choosing between the two is an onerous task. When making a decision, you should really weigh your usage options, as your usage experience might be dramatically different.
If you're an avid Google user or have a lot of projects that require sharing with others, my advice is to go with Drive. If you're a lone ranger and value privacy and speed over networking options, you should probably choose Dropbox.
You can download Google Drive and Dropbox via the links below.
This is an interesting program. I like GOOGLE DRIVE because it is reliable. I | 907 |
The mature fruit of Amomum villosum Lour, A. villosum Lour. var. xanthioides T. L. Wu. Et Senjen or A. longiligulare T. L. Wu. of family Zingiberaceae.
Guangdong, Hainan, Yunnan provinces, etc. in China.
Collected during the period of summer and autumn when the fruit is ripe.
Sharen of A. villosum Lour. var. xanthioides T. L. Wu. Et Senjen is strongly fragrant, and pungent, cool and slightly bitter; Sharen of A. longiligulare T. L. Wu. is relatively mild.
Dry, big, full and massiness with stronger fragrance.
Dried in sun or in lower temperature, unprocessed, broken when used.
Resolve dampness and move qi, warm middle energizer and arrest vomiting, check diarrhea and prevent abortion.
It is fragrant, pungent and warm in property. It is the effective herb for resolving dampness and moving qi, enlivening spleen and harmonizing stomach, so indicated for the syndromes due to damp obstruction and qi stagnation. It is especially suitable for the syndrome due to cold-damp obstruction and qi stagnation for its warm property. For the syndrome of obstruction of damp<|fim_middle|>ing due to deficiency-cold of middle energizer, it can be ground into powder for oral use or combined with the middle-energizer-warming and vomiting-arrest herbs such as Bai Dou Kou and Ban Xia. For abdominal pain and diarrhea due to deficiency-cold of spleen and stomach, it is usually combined with the middle-energizer-warming and spleen-invigorating herbs such as Gan Jiang and Bai Zhu.
It can move qi and prevent abortion, harmonize middle energizer and arrest vomiting, so it is suitable for morning sickness, vomiting, poor appetite and threatened abortion. For accompanied with qi and blood deficiency, it can be combined with the qi-tonifying and blood-nourishing herbs. For instance it is combined with Ren Shen and Shu Di in Tai Shan Pai Shi San from Gu Jin Yi Tong (Ancient and Modern Medical Book). For threatened abortion due to kidney deficiency, it can be combined with the liver-kidney-tonifying herbs such as Sang Ji Sheng, Du Zhong and Xu Duan.
In addition, it also can be used in combination with tonic because it can move qi and regulate middle energizer.
Decoct 3~6 g, or grind it into powder for pill and powder, decoct later. | ness in middle energizer manifested as gastric and abdominal distending pain, vomiting and diarrhea, it is usually combined with the dampness-drying and qi-moving herbs. For instance it is combined with Mu Xiang and Zhi Shi in Xiang Sha Zhi Zhu Wan from Jing Yue Quan Shu. For poor appetite, and gastric stuffiness due to deficiency of spleen and stomach, it should be combined with the spleen-invigorating and qi-tonifying herbs. For instance it is combined with Dang Shen, Bai Zhu and Fu Ling to treat both root and branch in Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang from Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang.
It is good at warming spleen and stomach, harmonizing middle energizer to arrest vomiting and checking diarrhea because of the warm property. For gastric and abdominal cold pain, vomiting and hiccup | 174 |
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