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As a video games industry veteran, Brenda Romero does not do false modesty. Instead of hiding her Bafta in the loo or using it as a doorstop, her British Academy of Film and Television Arts golden gong takes centre stage in the conference room of Romero Games, the firm she runs with her husband in Galway. |
The prize is flanked by a vintage Remington typewriter, a repicla vintage speaker, and dozens of board games. The designer, artist and Fulbright scholar may be rightly proud of her achievement, but for Romero and her spouse — celebrated games director, designer, developer and programmer John Romero — their work is all ... |
This month, Romero was given the Bafta Games Awards’ special prize for her lifelong contribution to the industry, her passion for training the next generation of game-makers, and her advocacy of an often derided medium as an art form. She has attended countless award ceremonies in her 36-year career, but there was some... |
“When I got the email I checked to see if it was fake,” she admits. “The only reason that I believed it was legit was because I had been to a previous Bafta event and recognised the font on the letter. |
Romero, who in additon to creating games is also director of the University of Limerick’s MSc course in game design and development, has worked on 49 video games, including the Wizardry series and titles in the Def Jam, Ghost Recon and Dungeons and Dragons franchises. |
Her six-part physical board game series The Mechanic is the Message has won acclaim for its handling of sensitive subjects such as slavery and the Holocaust. |
Romero began working in games in 1981, aged 15. The role as a tester at Sir-tech Software was her dream job, playing games around the clock so she could memorise every level and pass on tips to callers via a hotline. Spurning highly paid jobs to remain in the industry, she graduated to product development, and writing ... |
A passionate advocate of gaming as a boundary-pushing art form, Romero’s work has blurred the lines between genres. Her Mechanic is the Message board game series — including The New World, about the slave trade; Síochán Leat, a chronicle of Irish history which is exhibited in the National Museum of Play in New York; an... |
“Every other art form can cover difficult topics, so why not games? Some of the best photographs you’ll ever see have to deal with difficult subject matter — it’s part of their power — but, for some reason, we got stuck with this idea that games have to be fun. |
Romero, whose great-grandfather William left Skibbereen as a stowaway aged 12, was given the chance to trace her roots when awarded a Fulbright scholarship in 2014. What began as a three-month road trip in Ireland became a permanent move. |
Last year, the Romeros teamed up with their 12-year-old son Donovan to make Gunman Taco Truck, a comedy action game. The title was such a success that it will fund Donovan’s college fees. |
Not taking her lifetime achievement award too literally, she has no plans to hang up her joystick and instead is working on a secret project she says will fulfil a long-time ambition. |
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Luxury Country Estate with Boutique Winery. |
Prestigious country estate and winery situated in a south facing panoramic location with views over the Langhe countryside and vineyards. Located in a tranquil private position with neighbouring houses visible in the distance. Walking distance to a picturesque village thats boasts an excellent infrastructure with gener... |
This old group of stone properties have been carefully and lovingly restored to the highest standards and provide luxurious accommodation with a Boutique Winery. |
The property boasts ultra modern comforts throughout and the whole estate is maintained to a high standard. |
The property is accessed by its own private driveway with electric gate and internal and external security alarm system. |
The estate currently provides spacious and luxurious accommodations throughout. |
Wonderful spacious living room, dining room, kitchen and breakfast room. |
Living area - Delightful light and sunny room featuring French doors which open to the courtyard and gardens. This area has immediate access to the most beautiful covered portico area used as a luxury 'summer lounge' and perfect for alfresco dining or the traditional Italian aperitivo. Further features of this room inc... |
Dining Room - Spacious area with exposed stone walls and archway providing a subtle divide between the dining area and kitchen. |
Kitchen Semi professional kitchen, fully fitted with ample storage and central island perfect for entertaining whilst cooking. |
Breakfast room - Delightful sunny room which has immediate access to the internal courtyard. Feature indoor BBQ grill. |
Living area 2 /Library - Stunning room, spacious and luminous with feature arched windows, high wooden beamed ceilings, fireplace and cotto coloured floor tiles. |
Master Bedroom - A further spacious room, with romantic fireplace, wood beamed ceiling and French doors opening to a wonderful large balcony perfect for breakfast or and aperitivo overlooking the estate. |
The Luxury bathroom features a designer walk in shower. |
One bedroom studio apartment with kitchen and bathroom. |
Living room with fireplace, bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. This apartment has a beautiful original floor. |
Throughout the estate there are many fruit trees including, fig, Mulberry, Peach, Apricot, Pear, Apple and Plum. |
The property enjoys many covered terraced areas perfect to enjoy or hide from the sun depending on the season and delightful pergola areas. |
Large solar heated 5 x 12 swimming pool in a sunny panoramic location. |
The pool has a motorised roll out cover. |
Summer kitchen area, toilets, shower and changing room , the swimming pool zone is perfectly equipped to spend long lazy days by the pool or indeed for summer parties. |
The vineyards are currently producing 3000 bottles of wine each year. |
Within the estate is a fully equipped Winery a charming arched exposed stone wine cantina for storing and tasting wines and a further storage area and workshop. |
The property has an irrigation watering system which is connected to the natural water stores within the grounds. |
There is also a natural water well. |
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A Florida felon is back in jail after uploading photos to his Instagram page showing him posing with firearms. |
Police raided Depree Johnson’s Lake Worth home last week after investigators spotted the incriminating images of the 19-year-old on the photo-sharing web site. Johnson’s rap sheet includes convictions for grand theft, burglary, and felon in possession of a firearm. |
As seen above, one of the Instagram photos (click to enlarge) shows Johnson holding two handguns, while a friend points another weapon at his head. |
Detectives with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office recently examined Johnson’s Instagram account as they were investigating his possible involvement in a series of burglaries. |
The search of Johnson’s home turned up numerous pieces of stolen jewelry and a pair of stolen firearms. As a result, Johnson was arrested and booked into the county jail on 142 criminal counts. |
Safety is one of the essential features when shipping products. This especially counts when shipping refrigerated transport. This doesn’t just include food, but also includes medical supplies, sensitive artwork, and other materials that require preservation. Keeping these materials in a tight container with cold air is... |
But what about longevity in case of shipping delays? Will the materials sustain if they’re traveling internationally? What if the power goes out in the unit, and no one is there to notice? You don’t want perishable items to spoil in the shipping process. Here are the do’s and don’ts when shipping refrigerated goods. |
There are several factors to consider with refrigerated transport. Storage conditions and the longevity of the travel are two main topics. |
Luckily, there are service providers that are experts in the transport of perishable goods. |
It’s easy to take technology for granted. Not long ago, you were only able to transport food for 50 miles before it spoiled. Mechanical refrigerated transport wasn’t even devised until the 1940s. |
Now, trucks are traveling across the nation to deliver refrigerated products. In fact, 90% of the food you eat was delivered by a truck. |
Technology is more powerful than ever before. You can see specialized trucks delivering food to grocery stores across the country, and even medical supplies being delivered to hospitals. |
Because of the increase in technology, refrigerated transport can easily be done across long distances. Yet, this also requires the products arrive in a timely manner. |
There are carriers who specifically work on a national level, and are trained to handle perishable items with care while delivering them quickly. |
Airlines work the same way; even though they don’t have the exact qualifications as truck freight, they still have access to specialized refrigeration and other technology. |
When shipping perishable items, it’s always best to go for a professional service. |
Whether it’s for personal or professional reasons, you may need goods shipped internationally. This is best done with air freight for convenience and satisfaction. |
When these items are stored, they’re tightly contained and set at a constant temperature. There are different temperature options, depending if the products need to just be chilled or completely frozen. |
Depending on the product, it’s usually recommended to use ocean cargo to be sure your products are in good condition when they reach overseas. This also makes it easier to expedite the shipping and avoid issues with customs. |
While many services are available, people still prefer shipping items on their own. However, many fall short when following safety standards and even meeting travel laws. |
It’s common for people to ship perishables over long distances, yet incorrectly store them. |
When you do, they go bad. |
For example, traveling with food is common, especially milk-based products. You can find delicious cheeses in places such as Wisconsin, Amsterdam, and Switzerland. For travelers, it’s easy to buy this cheese in bulk. |
However, cheese is easily perishable. If you pack cheese in your bag with the rest of your luggage, it can easily spoil. |
Research the best method to travel with products such as cheese before boarding the plane or train. Fortunately, professional services are educated on best shipping practices and can guide you on how to keep your goods fresh. |
If you’re an art collector, chances are you know how to ship fine pieces of art. But for a newcomer to the art collecting scene, properly storing artwork may come as a surprise. |
Many factors can contribute to the ruination of the rare piece of art you acquired. Rain can damage the piece, or it can be squished underneath other packages. In either case, it can sustain wear and tear that results in permanent damage. |
The best word of advice is to contact the artist (if you can) and see how they recommend you store and ship the piece of art. |
If you can’t contact the artist and receive advice for that individual piece, remember the best practice is to wrap the painting in plastic and store it in a Styrofoam box. |
In regard to refrigeration, make sure the painting isn’t exposed to fluctuating temperatures. Keep the painting in cool temperatures and away from sunlight. This helps to preserve the color. |
One of the biggest mistakes people make is failing to research customs laws regarding shipment of perishable goods. Countries such as the United States have strict standards regarding what can enter and exit the country. |
If you’re shipping the bulk amount of perishable products on an international level, it’s best to hire the professionals. |
If you attempt to transport a mass amount of perishables yourself, you’ll be subject to be searched and questioned by customs agents. |
If you’re only shipping a few perishable products internationally, you can transport these yourself. However, always research customs laws. |
Examples of perishables with strict standards include medications, chemicals, and certain plants. |
You may be able to operate a truck with no issue. Operating a truck with refrigeration is another story. |
There is a specific temperature for the component that holds the perishables. It can’t be fluctuating and has to be as close to standard as possible. If not, you risk the perishables going bad. |
As the need to transport goods is increasing, it’s easy to just rent a truck or use your own when carrying perishables long-distance. However, this requires more responsibility. |
You need to keep tabs of the thermostat and make sure the truck is clean to prevent the spread of bacteria. If you break down, you risk perishables going bad. |
When you need to transport perishables, it’s always best to hire a professional. If you feel you can transport perishable goods yourself, always remember to conduct research and seek advice from experts. |
Refrigerating goods when traveling is difficult, so always be cautious when you’re shipping perishables. |
If you need professional courier services for your perishables, contact us to make sure all items are safe and the quality lasts throughout shipment. |
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In part 1, we talked about the differences were between a VO2max and a Physiological Assessment, the benefits of each and the importance of analyzing the homeostatic capacity of various systems, not just concentrating on one or two values. |
As we stated, there are two major parts of the Physiological Assessment: the resting and the active. These are set up this way as we try to keep in my mind the “Extended Performance Pyramid”, adapted from the Functional Movement Systems concept of the Performance Pyramid. This concept adds the importance of one’s physi... |
We always start with the client’s individual history, using the “HRV Optimization Checklist” I developed for HRVcourse.com as a guide. This checklist goes through major areas of one’s health and wellness: Physical Health, Emotional Health, Nutrition, Sleep and Physical Activity. However, this is not a conclusive list a... |
After we have a picture of the subjective information from the client, we then do a Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) tests. From here, we can see the current health status of the individual, getting values such as LnRMSSD and HF from HRV, and Phase angle (PA), basal metabolic rate... |
As the metaphor goes, if you want to optimize your performance, there is no point adding horsepower to a car that has a flat tire. To assure that we don’t do that, we assess the movement of the person to see if they do have the flat tire. They need the basics in order to perform at a high level, assuring there is no ma... |
A VO2 assessment looks at your ability to intake oxygen, which is used to turn into fuel for the body to use. Are you breathing too fast? Breathing too shallow? Are you breathing out almost the same amount of oxygen you are breathing in? This is where your performance starts; can you supply your body what it needs to s... |
Too many people mistakenly exercise too hard or are not exercising hard enough. Assessing your heart rate, you will know your ideal training zones, you get the most out of every exercise session. Whatever happens during your physiological assessment, whatever system is limited or compensating, you will use your heart r... |
The MOXY monitor is a part of the new wave of physiological testing. It is a small, non-invasive sensor that utilizes infrared light to continuously monitor oxygen saturation (SmO₂) levels and total hemoglobin (THb) in the muscles while they exercise. It is designed to provide accurate, real time measurements of the pe... |
From here, it is up to the tester or coach to interpret the results and give you feedback on how to improve on your health, movement or performance limitations. After these are optimized, the only part left is the skill of the task at hand, whether it’s a sport, movement or activity; meaning, the fun part! Come in and ... |
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