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Old Bay Bridge Pier Implosions Reach Major MilestoneProject Finishes A Year Ahead of Schedule
Caltrans News Flash #153
Date: December 13, 2017
District: District 4
Contact:Alejandro Lopez
Phone: (510) 286-5445
Contact: Tamie McGowen
Phone: (916) 657-5060
OAKLAND – In this Caltrans News Flash, learn how Caltrans meticulously removed a two mile-long eastern span of the old Bay Bridge with thoughtful and deliberate actions. You will also get a comprehensive look at the removal of the marine foundations using controlled charges. Innovative engineering, cooperation from regulatory agencies and an accelerated schedule saved taxpayers $10 million and led to work being completed a year ahead of schedule.
Using a blast attenuation system, better known as the "bubble curtain," to minimize impacts to biological resources and reduce blast area forces, a total of 10 piers were removed over four weekends. These innovative controlled charges proved to be more efficient and environmentally preferable to traditional marine foundation removal.
This video can also be viewed at https://youtu.be/EKimnJzAmG4
This Caltrans News Flash is the 153rd in a series of videos highlighting Caltrans' activities that present the wide-ranging and critical work that Caltrans does to enhance California's economy and livability.To see more of these and other videos, search for #CaltransNewsFlash on Twitter or visit Caltrans News Flash on YouTube (http://bit.ly/1ez3LYz).
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Tunisian police fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse hundreds of job-seeking demonstrators in the impoverished town of Kasserine, in a second day of protests after the death of an unemployed man. The demonstrators had gathered outside the local government offices demanding a solution to the region's dire unemployment before heading towards the town centre, as small groups set up roadblocks with burning tyres. Witnesses said police used tear gas and water cannon and fired warning shots in the air as they came under attack from stone-throwers.
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GUYS & DOLLS – Musical.
Kilworth House Theatre, North Kilworth, Leicestershire.
The award-winning Open-Air Theatre at Kilworth House has been built in a beautiful wooded glade and has a magnificent sail-like canopy, which provides protection for the whole audience against adverse weather.
This wonderful musical has it all – a timeless story, great dancing and some show-stopping numbers such as Luck be a Lady Tonight, Sit Down You're Rocking the Boat, A Bushel and a Peck and I've Never Been In Love Before.
There is a bar, designated picnic area and facilities for buying hot snacks.
Cost £44 (£45 non-LALG), which includes coach and excellent seat.
Coach leaves Letchworth Station Bus Stop opposite Barclays Bank at 11.30am.
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It likely wasn't the start the St. Thomas Aquinas baseball team wanted.
The Raiders opened the season with a 16-0 loss to powerhouse American Heritage.
Three days later, there was a 9-4 loss to Miami's Monsignor Pace.
Both of those games came after a preseason 15-1 loss to Douglas.
St. Thomas coach Robert Lawson figured there were two ways his team could handle the early bumps.
Players could accept that this wasn't going to be a memorable season or they could work to ensure games like those wouldn't become the norm.
The Raiders chose the latter option and today, they're two wins away from a state championship.
"We knew we were a much better team than that," said senior pitcher Keith Collins who is 5-0 with a 2.06 ERA. "The start was pretty rough, but to win, you're going to have to learn how to lose. We got through it and it was on to bigger and better things. We started winning and that just gave us momentum."
Monday at 8 p.m., St. Thomas (19-5) will make its first appearance at the state tournament since it won the Class 4A title in 2003.
The Raiders open with a semifinal against an experienced Armwood team that is making its second consecutive appearance at state.
A season ago, the Hawks (19-9) were eliminated after a 4-2 semifinal loss to eventual runner-up Tallahassee Chiles. They enter the tournament having won seven straight and feature four hitters averaging .400 or better.
St. Thomas, which is hoping to play for the third title in program history, enters the state tournament on an 11-game win streak.
During that stretch, the Raiders notched victories over both Heritage and Douglas—two of the teams that gave them problems early.
"Losing to Heritage was motivation," said catcher Luke Guarnaccia, who is among team leaders with a .500 average, 10 home runs and 22 RBI. "We were just a little down on ourselves, but everyone stayed loose and excited to play. Now, we're all focused on one thing and that's winning a state championship."


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The official blog of The Original Muck Boot Company.
Do you love the rain or have kids who love the rain? For those who aren't natural born lovers of the wet outdoors, there are ways to learn to love it — and having kids to play with is one of the best ways.
Play in the Rain: Adult and Kid's Rain Boots Let You Have all the Fun and Stay Cozy
One of the biggest challenges when it comes to enjoying a rainy day is not being prepared. Not having an umbrella, a waterproof jacket, or comfortable waterproof footwear are the major impediments to outdoor fun in the rain. While you may decide to cast aside the umbrella in favor of a rain dance or two, you have to have the right footwear to avoid getting your feet wet when you play in the rain. Adult and kid's rain boots with all the amenities of Muck Boots will ensure that you and your kids' feet stay dry and warm. What's more, Muck rain boots are equipped with outsoles that keep you and your kids from slipping in the rain or mud and getting hurt
Get Out in the Rain: Avoiding Cabin Fever with Bored Kids
A simple permission slip to splash in puddles will put a huge smile on your kids' faces. When your children are wearing the right rain boots , you can allow them to make a game of who can make the biggest splash in the puddles that dot your street, your back yard, or the local park. With everybody geared up in raincoats and hats, there's more than enough fun to go around on a rainy day.
You can keep your kiddos from driving you up a wall inside when you let them dance in the rain. With a pair of boots made with kid's feet in mind, they'll enjoy making a splash or two with a tap dancing routine across the sidewalk, through the pasture, or with other neighborhood children. There are only so many board games your kids will be willing to play before they get a case of the blues — especially if they love the rain. As their parent, grandparent, or guardian, you, too can enjoy the rain when you're wearing water resistant rain boots from Muck Boot Company. While you may not be ready to do your own impromptu version of "Singin' in the Rain," you'll enjoy watching the kids liberated from the house with huge smiles on their faces while your feet stay comfortable and dry.
Unplug Kids from Video Games: a Drizzly Day is No Excuse with the Right Kid's Rain Boots
If you have one or two video game addicts who sit in front of the TV all day or with their faces planted to their tablets, don't let the weather discourage some good, old-fashioned fun outdoors. Get them up and away from the electronics, suit them up in their rain gear and kid's rain boots for a lengthy session of outside fun. When kids play in the rain after hours of video game buzz, their senses will be reawakened and they will actually get some of the much-needed physical activity necessary to stay healthy and happy. Have them race down the street for some good cardio exercise, encourage plenty of umbrella twirling (having brightly colored umbrellas can be a great incentive to get them outside if there's any hesitation), and remind them of how much fun it is to get out of the house and away from all the screens.
Of course, in today's social media-driven world, you absolutely must take plenty of pictures of all that fun in the rain. The good news is that many of today's smartphones are water-resistant or even waterproof, or you can purchase a waterproof phone case to ensure you capture all the vivid dancing, splashing, racing, singing, and laughing in the rain.


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South Beach (Wanganui) Surf Forecast and Surf Reports
(Wanganui and the Manawatu, New Zealand)
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South Beach (Wanganui) Spot ID
Type: beach
Reliability: fairly consistent
Best: Swell W | Wind ENE
Sea Temperature Today is: 13.0 °C
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South Beach (Wanganui) in Wanganui-Manawatu is a fairly exposed beach break that has pretty consitent surf and can work at any time of the year. The best wind direction is from the east northeast. Tends to receive a mix of groundswells and windswells and the best swell direction is from the west. The beach break offers both left and right hand waves. Best around high tide. Rarely crowded here.
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Also see South Beach (Wanganui) surf quality by season and South Beach (Wanganui) surf quality by month.
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Use this relief map to navigate to Wanganui-Manawatu surf spots and tide stations that are in the area of South Beach (Wanganui)
Other Nearby Surf Breaks closest to South Beach (Wanganui):(click location name for more details)
- Closest break2 mi
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Wave buoys nearest to South Beach (Wanganui):
- Closest wave buoy1982 mi
- Second closest wave buoy3260 mi
- Third closest wave buoy4172 mi
- Fourth closest wave buoy4191 mi
- Fifth closest wave buoy4320 mi
Tide stations nearest to South Beach (Wanganui):
- Closest tide station2 mi
- Second closest tide station3 mi
- Third closest tide station31 mi
- Fourth closest tide station36 mi
- Fifth closest tide station47 mi
Town and city forecasts close to South Beach (Wanganui):
- Closest city location3 mi
- Second closest city location42 mi
- Third closest city location66 mi
- Fourth closest city location81 mi
- Fifth closest city location81 mi
- The closest passenger airport to South Beach (Wanganui) is Wanganui Airport (WAG) in New Zealand, 1 km (1 miles) away (directly).
- The second nearest airport to South Beach (Wanganui) is Palmerston North Airport (PMR), also in New Zealand, 65 km (40 miles) away.
- Third is Paraparaumu Airport (PPQ) in New Zealand, 105 km (65 miles) away.
- Masterton Airport (MRO) in New Zealand is 124 km (77 miles) away.
- New Plymouth Airport (NPL), also in New Zealand is the fifth nearest airport to South Beach (Wanganui) and is 128 km (80 miles) away.
This is the Surf-Forecast page for South Beach (Wanganui), Wanganui-Manawatu. Use the tab navigation above to view South Beach (Wanganui) sea temperature, South Beach (Wanganui) photographs, South Beach (Wanganui) detailed swell predictions, wind and weather forecasts, South Beach (Wanganui) webcams, current wind from Wanganui-Manawatu live weather stations and South Beach (Wanganui) tide predictions. The New Zealand swell maps link will open up the big picture showing New Zealand and the surrounding seas. These swell maps can be animated to show the different swell components, wave energy, wave period, wave heights, together with wind and weather forecasts, current weather and sea state observations from New Zealand wave-buoys, passing ships and coastal weather stations. Each of the forecast pages for this surf break feature a global and regional wavefinder tool to locate the best surf conditions in the area around South Beach (Wanganui).


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Swim the distance for lung cancer this November
This month is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Here at World First we fully support it. We offer lung cancer travel insurance to our customers. However, because it is so preventable and is such a difficult disease to treat, we'd rather not have to. And the more people know about the dangers and the symptoms, the fewer people we'll need to cover.
The purpose of lung cancer awareness month, which is in its eighth year now, is to help raise awareness of the dangers of the disease, promote healthier lifestyles to help prevent the disease in the first place and to enable more people to be diagnosed earlier.
Lung cancer is the most common cancer in the world and the second most common cancer in the UK. It is also the UK's biggest cancer killer, with over 35,000 deaths every year attributed to the disease, which is more than breast cancer, prostate cancer, bladder cancer, stomach cancer and leukaemia combined. That is really shocking.
Sadly only about 5% of those who are diagnosed with lung cancer will survive more than 10 years after diagnosis, even though around 89% of cases in the UK are preventable.
That means that almost 9 out of 10 cases of lung cancer could have been prevented, mostly through lifestyle choices, which of course, include smoking. Other factors include air pollution, diesel exhaust fumes and ionising radiation. Some occupational exposures also cause the disease.
How raising awareness can make a real difference
Since so few people survive long after diagnosis, the point of raising awareness is to arm people with the knowledge they need to change their lifestyles or seek medical attention sooner. Macmillan advises everybody to consult their doctor if they experience the following symptoms:
- A cough that lasts for three weeks or more.
- A change in a cough you have had for a long time.
- A chest infection that doesn't get better, or repeated chest infections.
- Feeling breathless for no reason.
- Coughing up blood.
- A hoarse voice that lasts for three weeks or more.
- Pain in your chest or shoulder that doesn't get better.
- Feeling more tired than usual for some time.
What you can do to help
The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, a charity set up in the name of the late performer Roy Castle following his battle with the disease that he attributed to passive smoking, are giving out packs of banners bags and various bits and pieces to those who wanted to set up a stand or stall to raise awareness and funds.
Take part in an event
The Roy Castle Foundation host events all around the country to raise funds for lung cancer research. So if you fancy skydiving, swimming or even ballroom dancing, FIND OUT MORE HERE.
The foundation are also inviting people to take part in a 'Swim the Distance' fundraising event for Lung Cancer Awareness Month, in which they can log their swimming miles on their website and raise money through sponsorship. READ MORE HERE.
New drug now available on the NHS
A new drug, that has been hailed as 'breakthrough' by its manufacturers, is now available on the NHS. It treats a certain type of lung cancer and could mean that about 300 people each year will be eligible for it. So while it is fantastic that the drug is now available, it's a small number of people who may benefit. And that means raising more awareness, raising money for cancer research and making sure more people are prevented from getting it.


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Keeping pace with content demands across new and traditional platforms, Adobe unveiled a series of innovations, including virtual reality (VR) and motion graphics which are coming soon in Adobe Creative Cloud and Adobe Marketing Cloud. Adobe is making advancements in virtual reality (VR), 3-D, motion graphics, and character animation support tools to deliver, measure, and monetize TV and film content across multiple screens. Adobe is aiming to help video creators of all kinds - from broadcasters and big movie studios to Youtubers and brands to create their best work. Adobe's multiscreen solution will help media companies connect with their audiences in a personalized way by delivering compelling experiences and adopting immersive capabilities such as 3-D, VR, and augmented reality (AR).
Expanding on the new VR features launched earlier this year, Adobe is unveiling additional innovation in the next release of Premiere Pro CC including auto-aware VR that detects and applies the correct setting to stereoscopic and monoscopic media. Rapidly accelerating 3-D-content creation, Adobe will showcase a 3-D-rendering engine which increases the pace and efficiency of 3-D content generation. Artists can now create editable 3-D elements such as text and shape layers intuitively from within after-effects with new Cinerender technology.


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New Forest Area Conservation Volunteers
The New Forest Area Conservation Volunteers (NFACV) will be attending the Show and can be found in the Heart of the Forest Area located along the northern avenue. The NFACV was set up in 1983 by local people from a wide range of backgrounds who wanted to do something positive to help conserve their surrounding countryside and its wildlife. The main aim of the group is to help enhance the natural environment in and around the New Forest by means.Read More


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Did you know 31% of people waste 30 minutes a day at work? Another 31% waste about an hour a day. If you want to boost productivity and increase operations efficiency, these tools can help address some of the most common pain points.
Data is critical to marketing success, but tracking data in 15 different dashboards is cumbersome and time consuming. Cyfe goes beyond offering a social media dashboard that covers multiple networks to address: web analytics, finances, clients, marketing, and more. The free plan is limited to five widgets.
Cyfe Premium is available for $14/month when paid annually, and $19/month otherwise. It includes unlimited dashboards and widgets, along with historical data, user accounts, and the ability to host on a custom domain.
A social media presence is important to any business, since the majority of consumers believe you should at least have a Facebook page. Taking the time to manage social can be a productivity killer if you do everything manually.
Buffer is a social media management platform built to help you handle Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and Pinterest. You can:
- Schedule your content distribution in advance
- Measure how well the content performed
- Optimize your posting schedule for increased engagement
- Work with multiple members of your organization
A limited free version is available. The Business plan costs $50/month. It allows for up to 25 connected accounts and up to five team members. Each profile can have up to 2,000 scheduled posts.
If you're in the B2B market, Oktopost offers a similar tool, with a focus on B2B marketers.
Use Zapier to automate repetitive and tedious tasks for you. Store email attachments in cloud storage, post status updates from one social network to another one, send thank you emails to buyers who've paid with PayPal, and more.
The free plan includes 5 zaps that will run 100 tasks a month, and check for new tasks every 15 minutes. Paid plans start at $20/month and include access to multi-step zaps, and premium app integrations.
If you're constantly swarmed with email and can't seem to get a handle on it, SaneBox will free up time for you. After analyzing your email to learn about who your important contacts are, SaneBox will filter the unimportant ones to a separate folder for later review, allowing you to focus on what matters right now.
It will remind you of emails you haven't replied to, and makes unsubscribing to email lists easy. SaneConnect allows you to search any domain to find colleagues with relationships at the company, so you can request an introduction with a single click. Business plans are required to schedule a demo.
All hard drives will eventually fail. While online storage options like Dropbox and OneDrive can back up files and folders, Carbonite offers a solution that allows you to backup computers, external storage, and full servers.
Backups can be scheduled so they run when you're not doing resource intensive tasks, and data can be accessed anywhere there's an Internet connection. They offer hybrid protection – your data is in the cloud, but also stored locally – so they can assist with disaster recovery. Pricing starts at $269.99/month, depending on options.
Accounting is never fun, unless you're an accountant. Quickbooks offers cloud-based solutions for small business owners with plans starting at $12.95/month. Some plans also include TurboTax, which helps when it's time to file.
It can be customized to include payroll, checks, and a point of sale system. Access it from your web browser, Android device, or iPhone.
It integrates with SafetyNet, Receipt Bank, PayPal, and countless other apps, so you can customize the solution based on your industry and needs. For those who'd rather operate with standard software, there's a desktop version, too.
Tools Your Business Needs
Whether you choose to invest in one or all of these tools for your business, you'll be saving time in no time. They're all quick and easy to setup so you can see the impact of changing your workflow and processes almost immediately.
Want even more tools? Check out these social media measurement and management tools.
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Body hair removal treatments have been around for years and are done to varying degrees in different countries. There are many available methods for hair removal such as:
Better technologies have definitely been developed over the last few years to effectively address issues with specific skin type and hair removal. Hair growth in areas such as the underams and pubic area is common to both sexes after puberty. In several cases with both men and women, there is an unwanted amount of body hair growth. The only way to deal with this issue is permanent hair removal.
Permanent hair removal is chosen by many for cosmetic reasons and in a few instances for medical reasons. It can be done topically in the areas like the eyebrows, upperlip, face, bikini line and underarms. This is cheaper in the long run and eliminates the need to go to a Salon and get waxing or threading done on a regular basis. It also does away with problems like ingrown hairs, bruising or adverse reactions from using hair removal creams.
Electrolysis is a method that is used to permanently remove body hair – in small areas. A small, very fine needle is inserted into the hair follicle and a pulse of low electric current is directed at the follicle shaft. It gets destroyed permanently and hair does not grow from it anymore. Multiple sessions have to be done to achieve significant results. Two methods are available in the mode of treatment:
Currently, combinations of the two methods are used by electrolysis machines. This hair removal method is best done at a doctor's office as they have the experience in doing such procedures. Work is done only on limited areas as there can be some amount of pain during the procedure. It is important for people to consider all the options in hair removal methods available to them.


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The Chicago kindergartener said she didn't want a celebration with her friends. She wanted, instead, to feed the homeless.
When her mom said they could hand out sandwiches, she insisted on serving exactly what she'd have had at her party.
When her dad warned she wouldn't get any presents, she replied, "That's okay. As long as they can eat, I'm fine."
That, says her mom, is when the family realized Armani was serious.
Artesha Crews knew her daughter was always interested in helping others — ever since Armani saw her big brother give leftovers to a homeless man once. So what she was proposing didn't come as a surprise to the family. As soon as Armani's plans spread through Facebook and word of mouth, friends and coworkers started donating. They put together care packages, each with everyday essentials like toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, hand sanitizer, and protein bars. Every night, Armani helped assemble the packages, her excitement growing as her birthday approached. Each care package included daily essentials for the homeless including a toothbrush, toothpaste, hand sanitizer, and a protein bar. Pretty soon, her birthday came around: March 8. Armani wore a tiara and a smile as she stood with other volunteers to hand out hot meals and care packages. About 125 people were lined around the block. "It was a beautiful thing to see and a blessing," her mother said. "One man told us that he hadn't had a hot meal in a long time." The family plans to make the gesture a family tradition and host more food drives in the future. "We take a lot for granted," Artesha Crews told CNN. "There are plenty of places in Chicago that need help. If we help each other, we'll be okay."


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The different types of sugars found in foods — including fruits and vegetables — are often difficult for the body to handle.
Here are specific foods fitting this description:
- Milk and dairy products.
- Starchy foods like potatoes and pasta.
- Wheat and oat bran.
- Foods sweetened with artificial sweeteners, such as soda, gum, and hard candy.
- Bananas, peaches, apricots, pears, and raw apples.
- Raisins and melons.
- Prunes and prune juice.
- Colas, carbonated beverages and fruit drinks sweetened with fructose.
- Beans and lentils.
- Onions, green peppers, shallots, and scallions.
- Cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and peas.
- Corn, celery, artichokes, asparagus, and carrots
Not all of these foods may give you excessive gas, and you may find completely different foods that will give you gas. Keep in mind that excessive gas can also be caused by certain medications, health conditions, and swallowing too much air when you chew gum or eat too quickly.
Digestive enzymes like Prevenzyme help digestion and therefore gas prevention.
A pill called Gas-X taken twice a day can control excessive
A diet diary with records of associated gas may help to determine which foods produce more gas for you.


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SMS Flood Alert
Now you can get an immediate flood alert warning via SMS message to your mobile phone with the iSocket GSM707 SMS Power Socket and Water Sensor attachment.
Simply connect the water sensor to the input socket of the iSocket SMS Power Socket and you can configure the iSocket to send you a text message when the sensor is activated by the presence of water.
this turns the iSocket GSM Power Switch into a powerful yet cost effective and easy to install SMS Flood Alert system that can be installed within minutes and is cheap to run because all you need for the iSocket to communicate with the mobile network is a normal GSM mobile phone SIM card and there are plenty of low cost GSM tariffs available for only a few pounds per month.
As well as providing a GSM Flood warning solution when combined with the iSocket Water sensor, this intelligent GSM Power Switch includes a built-in thermostat so can also warn you about high or low temperatures as well as automatically switch on or off the power to connected devices so you could use the SMS Power Switch to remotely control heating or cooling appliances.
The iSocket SMS Power Socket can be used for residential or business applications and the range of applications is huge. There is a growing demand for these types of devices for home care and elderly care environments and can advise carers about extreme temperatures or flooding or even just about an overflowing bath or sink.
If you need an immediate warning about the presence of water in any location that can be serviced by a simple plug in device then the iSocket and Water Sensor are the ideal choice for a rapid deployment mobile flood warning alert.


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The new Abacus chair, designed in association with Arup, won FX Awards in the public, leisure or workplace furniture category. The prestigious FX Awards invite both British and international design talent from all over the world to enter the very best of interior products and projects. New to the Forum Seating range – a modern, folding staduim chair, which thanks to the application of a unique design combines functionality, a modern, simple design, aesthetic and exceptional ergonomics. The model is offered in numerous versions including for standard and VIP areas as well as press box facilities. Its compact design ensures the seat is ideal for use in a wide range of facilities.
Awards were granted in 18 regular and 5 special categories. The Lakka chair, from the offer of Nowy Styl brand, was distinguished in the "Furniture" category.Machina Design Awards is a plebiscite organized by the magazine "Machina Design." In the competition, the jury of which is comprised of the greatest celebrities from the world of design art in Poland and Europe, young Polish designers and creators of the best-designed objects, venues and places are awarded.This year, over 1000 entries were submitted to the competition organizers. This is almost three times more than in the first edition. The Grand Prix of the competition was won by a sailing yacht, "WW 60 net" created by Wojciech Wesołek,, and in the category of young design, the award went to Maciej Kukurba, the creator of the Pan Popi - Seat "EUFOI" design. Paweł Grobelny received the jury's special award.
Very interesting design solutions have been used in it. The characteristic moon-shaped cut in the base of the hocker and stool enables them to be pushed up to the table in situations in which the set is not being used, for example when cleaning up.The soft, thick, comfortable seat goes ideally in a homekitchen with a bar, and also a cafe.The main representative of this line is the Pinacolada hocker. This is accompanied by the Pinacolada 1100 Table, which is ideally suited for a bar table. Additionally, the family also contains a low table and stool. All the elements create an ideal combination suited to a cafe or kitchen.
This year's European Championships in women's volleyball will take place in the indoor arenas of four Polish cities. In two of them - in Łódź and Katowice - Vision and Oscar chairs, bearing the mark of the Forum Seating brand, have been installed.Their upholstery and finishes have been prepared specially for these arenas. In both cases, in the VIP sections, Oscar chairs with the city emblems sewn on the back have been installed.


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Lemon Tart with a Shortbread Crust is the perfectly satisfying lemony dessert that's tangy and sweet!
These delicious and spiced chicken stuffed rolls are super easy and great for a crowd!
These decadent Strawberry Stuffed Ricotta Fennel Pancakes are ideal for a special Mother's Day Breakfast-in-bed!!
A delicious dip using Roasted Peppers, walnuts and mint!Great for parties and super easy to make.
These baked Thai Spiced Meatballs with Peanut Sauce are the perfect party appetizer and taste amazing!
These Indian Spiced Potato Pastry Shells are the perfect party appetizers that take minutes to make and taste phenomenal!
Stir Fried Quinoa with Vegetables is the perfect summer lunch and comes together in minutes!
Super Delicious and colorful this Hearty Ratatouille with Goat's Cheese is flavored with thyme and basil and the tomato base is just amazing
Potato and Asparagus stir fried with cumin and garlic for some lovely flavors and a hit with my kids as well!
Mmm Spinach Pesto Chicken Kebabs straight from the grill!Deliciousness!!
Easy Plum Cake, super simple, delicious!
An amazing Indian Twist to your Breakfast Hash with Potatoes and Peppers flavored with cumin,turmeric and garlic topped with a fried egg!Mmmm so so good!
These delicious Brussels Sprouts Dumplings are drenched in a tasy tomato based sauce that will transport you to the land of the exotic!Vegan recipe.
Moroccan Chicken Pita Bites, totally addictive, super easy to make since the slow cooker does all the work
Puff pastry rounds topped with caramelized onions, pancetta and scallops
Baby Arugula, Beets, Gorgonzola with delicious Balsamic Dressing!
These delicious Mac and Cheese Patties are the perfect party appetizer and the Curried Mayonnaise makes the combo so addictive!
Curry Roasted Broccoli, super easy, flavors beautifully
Curried Green Beans that comes on your table in minutes and tastes delicious!!A great side dish for the Holidays!
Give an Indian twist to your Thanksgiving by using this easy spice rub on your Turkey,Chicken or Cornish Hens.So so good!
Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps,healthy,low carb and so so good!
Quinoa Chickpea Stew, delicious, healthy, perfect for cooler 'Fall' days!
Masala Shrimp, easy, for all your spicy cravings!
Traditional Indian Samosas with Potato and Peas filling!The perfect party snack!
Apple Crumble made with Almond Flour for nutty, buttery topping, healthier, gluten free!
Grilled Peaches and Halloumi, light, tasty, to finish off your summer meal, so good!
Thai Red Curry Chicken for an easy weeknight meal!
Peach Thyme Cake-my favorite dessert!
Delicious and addictive Black Bean and Mango Salad! #Gluten free #Vegan
Sautéed crispy potatoes with cilantro makes for a great side dish!
Restaurant style Saag Paneer you can enjoy in your own home!
Roasted Cauliflower with spices for an easy side dish!#Vegan Recipe
Lemon Chicken Kebabs and the secret to making a moist and juicy Kebab!
Lentil, Cabbage and Fennel Soup for a protein and vitamin packed lunch or dinner!
Chiocciole with Creamy Roasted Tomatoes and Mushrooms! super easy, healthy, the perfect spring dish
Crepes with Strawberry Mascarpone Filling, so delicious and healthy too!
Tofu Buffalo Bites, incredibly easy with a three ingredient sauce, vegan
Pumpkin Donut Puffs, dessert or anytime!
Sweet Potato Parathas, vibrant color, nutritious, made in a frying pan!
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Cabbage Koftas, Cabbage Balls, with cranberries and cashews, simmered in a tomato curry gravy
Easy Wonton Soup using store bought wontons to keep you warm!
'Folklore' tablecloth by the French designer Sonia Verguet and the chef Olivier Meyer.
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LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC - Lexington County Sheriff's Department deputies have arrested one Lexington High School student in connection with thefts of Apple iPad tablet computers that were reported stolen from the locker room that is used by the high school's varsity football team. Deputies also have obtained arrest warrants for two additional Lexington High students who are wanted in connection with the tablet computer thefts.
Lexington County Sheriff James R. Metts said detectives are continuing to investigate the thefts of Apple iPad tablet computers at Lexington High. Deputies determined that some of the stolen tablet computers were taken to a Game Stop store at 5454-D Sunset Boulevard, Lexington, where students obtained cash or store credit in exchange for the computers. Questions concerning the statuses of students who were arrested or face criminal charges in connection with the computer thefts should be addressed to Lexington County School District One.
On Friday, November 29, deputies arrested Garvin Jerome Jackson, Jr., 18, at his home at 232 Millwright Drive, Lexington, on arrest warrants on one count of receiving stolen goods and two counts of obtaining property under false pretenses, Metts said. Jackson was being held on Friday at the Lexington County Detention Center while awaiting a bond hearing. Jackson, who was a starting running back on the Lexington High varsity football team, was booked at the county Detention Center at 1:24 a.m. on Friday.
Arrest warrants allege that at about 3:26 p.m. on November 11 Jackson knowingly possessed one Apple iPad tablet computer worth about $500 that had been reported stolen from the varsity football team locker room at Lexington High and took the tablet computer to the Game Stop, where Jackson exchanged the computer for money and merchandise, Metts said. The arrest warrants further allege that Jackson conspired with other Lexington High students to steal iPad tablet computers from the football team locker room.
Deputies previously arrested Jackson on November 21 on an arrest warrant on a charge of receiving stolen goods, Metts said. In that case, Jackson was released from the county Detention Center on November 22 on a $2,130 personal recognizance bond.
An arrest warrant alleges that at about 6:48 p.m. on November 20 Jackson took one Apple iPad2 16-G tablet computer worth about $500 that was reported stolen from the Lexington High varsity football team locker room to the Game Stop in order to obtain store credit in exchange for the computer, Metts said. The computer was the property of Lexington County School District One. Jackson received one Sony PlayStation 4 Dual Shock video game controller, one NBA 2014 PlayStation 4 video game and one digital camera in exchange for the computer.
On November 21, a Lexington High student reported the theft of the iPad tablet computer that Jackson possessed to Deputy Lonnie McElwain, who works full-time as a school resource officer at Lexington High, Metts said. The student told McElwain that the tablet computer was stolen from his book bag in the varsity football team locker room sometime between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on November 19. The student told McElwain that he had locked the book bag in his locker.
On Wednesday, November 27, detectives obtained an arrest warrant for James Oscar Bluford, Jr., 17, of 809 East Main Street, Apartment 1125, Lexington, who remains wanted on a charge of petit larceny. Bluford, who is a student at Lexington High, is 5-foot-11 and weighs 273 pounds. Bluford has black hair and brown eyes.
An arrest warrant alleges that on November 21 Bluford stole one Apple iPad tablet computer worth about $500 from the Lexington High varsity football team locker room and gave the stolen computer to Tomas Charvez Reese, who played on the Lexington High varsity football team, Metts said.
On Wednesday, detectives also obtained an arrest warrant for Reese, 18, of 100 Hidden Valley Drive, Lot B-18, Lexington, who remains wanted on a charge of petit larceny, Metts said. Reese
is 6-foot-2 and weighs 300 pounds. Reese has black hair and brown eyes.
An arrest warrant alleges that McElwain found that Reese possessed the Apple iPad tablet computer that had been reported stolen while Reese was on the grounds of Lexington High at 2463 Augusta Highway, Lexington, Metts said. The arrest warrant further alleges that Reese conspired with other Lexington High students to steal iPad tablet computers from the varsity football team locker room at Lexington High.
Metts asked anyone with information about the whereabouts of Bluford or Reese or the thefts of Apple iPad tablet computers at Lexington High to contact the Lexington County Sheriff's Department at (803) 785-8230 or CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.
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'RHONJ' Casting New Housewives — Is Teresa Giudice Fired?
Filming is set to begin on the new season of 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey,' but with Teresa Guidice still behind bars, is it the end of the 'Real Housewives' road for her?
The show must go on! The Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice infamously went to prison at the start of the new year, and she remains locked up. With production for the new season taking shape, is the reality series going to work around her incarceration or has the mother of four been let go in lieu of someone new? We've got the casting scoop you need to know!
'Real Housewives of New Jersey': Is Teresa Giudice Fired From The Show?
Teresa might have to sit this one out.
With the housewife still behind bars, Bravo is said to be forging ahead with the upcoming season without Teresa, and the search for a replacement is already underway. According to Radar, "The show will absolutely go on without Teresa," said a source close to the production. "No formal dates have been made for filming to begin because producers are still looking for potential new cast members."
Indeed, a recent casting call from casting director and producer Christina Caparoula on Jan. 26, seems to confirm the hunt for a replacement for Teresa. "Casting Season 7 of Real Housewives of New Jersey," her Tweet read, followed by her email address.
Teresa's Horrible Year
The fact that the series which made Teresa famous will go on without her is just another incident to add to her streak of misfortune.
Back in October, Teresa and her husband, Joe Giudice, were both sentenced to jail time after pleading guilty to 41 various counts of fraud. The charges ranged from engaging in bank, mail and wire bankruptcy fraud.
Teresa is currently in the midst of serving what was originally 15 months, but the mandated sentence has been reduced slightly, setting he release date for Feb. 5, 2016.
Once her sentence is complete, Joe will begin his 41 month sentence in federal prison.
What do you think of a RHONJ without Teresa?
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For those of you who have not seen the AMC period drama Mad Men, it is a television show that centers around the dog eat dog world of television advertising set in 1960's New York City. Each week, viewers tune in and follow the life of Don Draper, who is a highly successful ad executive who struggles with alcoholism. A constant theme that runs through each episode is the prevalence of unbridled drinking in the workplace.
While many viewers may pass off the portrayal of alcohol use and alcoholism in the workplace as sensationalist and used to increase its' audience, in reality the show is an example of art imitating real life. In reality, alcohol use and alcoholism in the workplace is a problem that plagues many people in many different occupations.
How Common is Alcohol Use in The Workplace?
According to information provided by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD):
"Out of millions who hold full time employment in the United States, close to fifteen million are heavy drinkers of alcohol, exacting a high cost on work organizations, as employees who drink a lot are often absent from work, suffer from a lot of health problems, and are at a greater risk of harming themselves and others."
Drug and alcohol abuse cost employers nearly $81 billion annually and these losses can be attributed to absenteeism, injuries and increased accident rates, lost productivity and fatal accidents in the workplace. Additionally, alcohol and drug use in the workplace also costs employers valuable capitol because of theft, low worker morale, high turnover rates and increased costs of training new employees.
Additionally, the NCADD listed the following statistics regarding alcohol use in the workplace:
- Workers with alcohol problems were 2.7 times more likely than workers without drinking problems to have injury-related absences.
- A hospital emergency department study showed that 35 percent of patients with an occupational injury were at-risk drinkers.
- Breathalyzer tests detected alcohol in 16% of emergency room patients injured at work.
- Analyses of workplace fatalities showed that at least 11% of the victims had been drinking.
- Large federal surveys show that 24% of workers report drinking during the workday least once in the past year.
- One-fifth of workers and managers across a wide range of industries and company sizes report that a co-worker's on- or off-the-job drinking jeopardized their own productivity and safety.
In What Occupations is Alcohol Use Most Common?
Alcohol abuse and alcoholism can affect anyone and any given profession. However, there are certain occupations where alcohol use is most common in the workplace.
Alcohol abuse and alcoholism in the bartending industry is widespread. According to an article published in The Business Insider, bartenders are just over twice as likely to die from alcoholism than the national average. The reasons are clear…bartenders are surrounded by alcohol for long periods of time on a daily basis and it is a culture in which drinking (and binge drinking) is an accepted part of the culture.
Food Service Industry
Alcohol use in the food service industry can be commonplace, especially for those who work in chain restaurants, supper clubs, and restaurants. It is estimated that 15 percent of all food service workers engage in heavy drinking (defined as 5 or more drinks consumed in a single session or event). There are studies that suggest those with alcohol dependence issues may "self-select" into the bar or restaurant industry due to the availability of alcohol and the work culture that promote drinking. Work-related alcohol norms include perceptions of others' approval of drinking or being hung over at work, and perceptions of the extent to which significant others engage in these behaviors.
It is estimated that construction workers and laborers are 1.72 times more likely to die from alcohol misuse and alcoholism when compared to other professions. Additionally, it is also estimated that construction laborers abuse alcohol and other drugs at twice the national average. However, an increasing number of construction companies are implementing drug-free workplace policies. Because of this, the rate of alcohol and drug use is expected to decrease.
Mining–and especially coal mining–is one of the most dangerous occupations in the world. While the annual pay is good–between $80,000 to $100,00 yearly–injuries, health complications and accidents which lead to death are commonplace. Constantly experiencing these traumas in the workplace may lead people employed in the mining profession to drink more excessively in order to cope.
Is There Help For Those Who Struggle With Alcohol Use in The Workplace?
Are you struggling with alcohol dependence in the workplace?
Is your job performance suffering?
Is a co-worker abusing alcohol?
The consequences of alcohol use in the workplace are significant: lost productivity, increased healthcare costs, workplace injuries, and violence. Fortunately, there are ways those who are struggling with alcohol dependence can get the help they need. Many companies have Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) which provide a highly effective way to deal with this issue. These programs are in place to help employees deal with personal problems that might adversely impact their job performance, health, and well-being. An EAP can help those struggling with alcohol abuse referrals to treatment, workplace substance abuse education programs and confidential screening among other services.
Many employers are adopting health and wellness programs that emphasize that alcohol and drug use is not condoned in the workplace. These programs help remove the stigma against seeking help and telling employees they can seek treatment confidentially without jeopardizing their jobs. By encouraging and supporting treatment, employers can dramatically assist in reducing the impact of alcohol use in the workplace, while reducing their costs.
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The Civil Service Commission (CSC) Board may delegate the statutory authority to make appointments to a person who meets the eligibility requirements.
A person with delegated staffing authority, normally referred to as a delegated staffing officer, has responsibility and accountability for ensuring that staffing actions comply with The Civil Service Act and its regulations, applicable collective agreements, and related legislation, principles and policies.
The delegated staffing officer has the power or authority, as delegated by the Civil Service Commission Board, to sign and thereby authorize any document, paper, minutes or instrument relating to the selection and appointment of personnel.
The delegation of staffing authority supports the delivery of the staffing function with proficiency, integrity, and independence.
Has attended other diversity and/or staffing workshops that support ongoing professional development.
The Staffing Delegation Submission Template can be found by visiting: http://www.internal/csc/staffing_toolkit/pdf/staffing_delegation_policy-template.pdf
The applicant will:
The human resource director will:
The corporate program auditor will:
The Civil Service Commission Board will:
The Secretary of the CSC Board will:
When a human resource practitioner with delegated staffing authority is assigned to a department for which they are not an employing authority, the human resource director arranges for the human resource practitioner to receive employing authority from the minister responsible for the department. The human resource director advises the Policy and Programs Branch in writing when the employing authority approval is received. The Policy and Programs Branch amends the delegated staffing authority records accordingly.
Ongoing staffing delegation is conditional upon the delegated staffing officer consistently demonstrating the appropriate application of the delegated staffing authority.
In addition, a delegated staffing officer must attend a professional development course or workshop relating to staffing delivered by the Civil Service Commission at least once every three years. The human resource director and delegated staffing officer are jointly responsible for ensuring this requirement is met.
A delegated staffing officer is accountable for ensuring all principles, policies and related legislation are upheld in all staffing decisions, in accordance with the staffing delegation agreements and the applicable collective agreements.
A delegated staffing officer can also be referred to as an authorized commission officer or authorized staffing officer.
Manitoba Government Staffing Policies:
Link: http://www.manitoba.ca/csc/policyman/index.html#staffing
The Civil Service Act, subsections 5(3) and 13(1)
Link: http://web2.gov.mb.ca/laws/statutes/ccsm/c110e.php
Civil Service Commission Board Minute # 04-09/10-6.
Effective date: June 11, 2009, Revised February 14, 2013, amended October 9, 2014
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When you hear the word 'finance' what area do you think of ? This term can cover everything from mortgages, to investing, advice and of course, basic money management.
General education doesn't usually cover the in's and out's of managing money day to day and it is not uncommon for someone to be successful in their day job with a good income, but no ability to manage their money.
I'm going to call this 'leaky money bucket syndrome'. There's plenty coming in, but nearly just as much flowing out !
That's where an expert like Melissa Meagher from Talking Money comes into play. We caught up recently to discuss how she helps customers plug some of those holes.
Melissa, tell me about your 'typical' client ?
My typical client is someone who does not feel in control of their financial situation, regardless of their income.
They are reactive (instead of proactive) to debt repayments and bills, and feel like they are just "existing". Many of my clients have financial goals and aspirations but can't get to them because they are consumed by their current situation.
My clients can be any age, single or in a couple, children or not. What unites them is a desire to understand where they are now, put in place a framework around their finances, which will ultimately enable them to move forward and feel empowered about their financial situation.
What are some of your 'top tips' for good money management ?
I actually have a number of them, but here is just a few;
(And of course, if you don't have a mortgage that offer an offset account, I can help with that !)
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National Water Quality Assessment Program: Eastern Iowa Basins
Land Use And Shallow Ground-water Quality In Eastern Iowa And Southern Minnesota, 1997
Mark E. Savoca
Program abstract of the 43rd Annual Midwest Ground Water Conference, October 12-14, 1998, Lawrence, Kansas
The relation between land use and shallow ground-water quality in alluvial aquifers was investigated in the Eastern Iowa Basins study area as part of the U.S. Geological Survey's National Water Quality Assessment Program. The program is designed to assess the status and trends in the quality of the Nation's water resources, and to better understand the natural and human factors affecting water quality. The study area includes the Wapsipinicon, Cedar, Iowa, and Skunk River basins, and extends over an area of 19,500 square miles in eastern Iowa and southern Minnesota. Alluvial aquifers cover about 22 percent of the study area. About 85 percent of the area covered by alluvial aquifers is used for agricultural activities and about 3 percent is used for urban activities. Ground-water samples were collected from shallow monitoring wells completed in saturated alluvial deposits during the summer of 1997. Thirty-one wells were located within agricultural land-use areas, 30 wells were located in urban areas. Well depths ranged from 10 to 32.5 feet.
Nitrate (NO2- + NO3-), major ion, and volatile organic compound (VOC) concentrations in shallow ground-water reflect differences in land use. Nitrate concentrations were greater in agricultural land-use areas, while sodium, chloride, and sulfate concentrations were found to be greater in urban areas. Four VOC compounds were detected in samples from agricultural areas, but 34 compunds were detected in samples from urban areas.
Median nitrate concentrations were significantly greater in samples from agricultural areas (5.13 milligrams per liter or mg/L) than in urban areas (1.83 mg/L ). Nitrate concentrations exceeded the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Maximum Contaminant Level for drinking water of 10 mg/L in 39 percent of samples from agricultural areas and in none of the urban samples. Median sodium, chloride, and sulfate concentrations were significantly greater in samples from urban areas (23 mg/L, 41.5 mg/L, and 45 mg/L) than in agricultural areas (5.6 mg/L, 12 mg/L, and 22 mg/L). VOCs were detected in 19 percent of agricutural and 37 percent of urban land-use wells. Toluene was the most commonly detected (16 percent) VOC in samples from agricultural areas and methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE), a fuel oxygenate, was the most commonly detected (23 percent) VOC in urban areas.
[EIWA Homepage][EIWA Publications]


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During my trip to South Africa in June/July, I visited Cape Town twice because it really is a jewel city. With the likes of Table Mountain and Lion's Head towering over you, and various beaches tucked away in Cape Town suburbia, you'll be stumped to find anyone who cannot pursue their passions or interests in the Mother City.
Admittedly, I have not experienced everything on my list below. Sometimes, Mother Nature takes over and a climb to Table Mountain when it is foggy is not the greatest of idea. However, it is a compilation of knowledge, stories, and tips that I have taken from people I met in hostels, tours and car rides.
1.Climb Table Mountain*. Check the visibility for the day you plan to trek up; take a guide with you or a Cape Town local who knows a thing or two about climbing Table Mountain. Incidents of petty crime are prevalent during the day, where tourists sans le guide have been targeted.
TIP: I have been recommended Hike Table Mountain by a friend from Cape Town; they have topped TripAdvisor lists for years. The prices are definitely catered towards Western audiences but if safety is a major concern, these guys seem to be the biz. There are many routes to choose from to suit your needs. The Skeleton Gorge route involves a snoop around the Kirstenbosch Gardens if you want to tick off two things in one day.
2. Catch the sunset over Lion's Head*. A slightly smaller summit than Table Mountain – only two-thirds of its height – but friends from far and near have told me about the panoramic delights the climb had to offer and more. Hike Table Mountain also offers a guided tour.
TIP: Worth noting is the Full Moon Hike which many have suggested to me. Unfortunately, I was not present in the Mother City when the moon is at its fullest; I can only imagine the atmosphere and breath-taking scenes expected
3. Experience the delights Kirstenbosch Gardens has to offer*. Set against the foreground of Table Mountain lies a grand botanical garden. It showcases diverse plant life unique to South Africa and is consistently been named as one of the world's best botanical gardens. Worth checking out is their Centenary Canopy Tree Walkway where one is invited to walk above the trees that surround the area.
4. Do the Robben Island tour. Nelson Mandela, amongst many other protesters of the apartheid regime, were held captive here. Tours are either guided by a former inmate or prison guard, so the harrowing tales of hardships and stories of secret meetings tend to come from personal perspectives, rather than a mere audio guide. It was insightful, capturing and educating.
It is worth reading a thing or two about Robben Island's inmates beforehand. I found that the tour guides dropped names like a hot rod – which can seem like an information overload if you are not familiar with some of South Africa's apartheid heroes.
TIP: the boat ride into Robben Island was nearing the 50-minute mark each way; it is not the greatest excursion to do when hungover. There are no cafes around so be sure to bring along any snacks or drinks you wish to consume. Book ahead – either online or through their ticket office by the V&A Waterfront – to avoid disappointment; it's a popular destination for many locals and tourists.
5. There are free Cape Town walking tours daily. Do both tours. In Greenmarket Square, nestled by the stalls of souvenirs and vendors, a guy with a big yellow umbrella offers two walking tours daily: one at 11 am about Cape Town's history, and the other at 2 pm around the colourful streets of the Cape-Malay scene at Bo'Kaap.
Both guides were thoroughly comprehensive and informative. Personally, I preferred the Bo'Kaap tour as it showed a side of Cape Town I was not quite familiar with. Both presented the chance to familiarise myself with the city on foot.
TIP: Whilst the tours are free, you are encouraged by other tourists to tip at your own discretion.
6. Do the Baz Bus Cape Peninsula Tour. The day tour offered by the popular backpacker bus Baz Bus – FYI there are far cheaper ways to travel around South Africa but Baz Bus is the only backpacker-dedicated service – covers places such as Hout Bay (there is a seal colony), Boulders Beach (where African penguins can be seen), Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope. For R 650 with everything included from hostel pick-up and drop-off to a delicious lunch, this is highly recommended!
7. Immerse yourself in the city's yoga/mediation/well-being scene. Like many cities filled with young professionals and creatives, Cape Town is booming in terms of its health and well-being offerings. There, I visited my first all-vegan restaurant, Plant. At hostels I stayed at near Kloof Street, I was surrounded by many yoga studios and day spas.
Though prices seem to match Western wallets, a chance to join a Kundalini Yoga class or frequent trips to the Wellness Warehouse are experiences like no other. Where else will you be able to find vegan biltong?
8. Watch the latest indie film at the Labia Theatre. When I visited at the height of winter, cold and drizzly days were expected. Thus, plans on trekking Table Mountain or exploring Kirstenbosch were postponed in favour of a day with James Franco's latest endeavour.
Situated near the pink buildings of Mount Nelson hotel – famous for its clientele and afternoon tea – lies Labia Theatre. Its namesake is the Princess of Labia, before you ask.
A film theatre keeping to its rustic aesthetics and operation, a lady in a booth sells tickets whilst freshly popped corn is sold in brown bags, with varying sprinkles of powder to top including cheese and sour cream and onion. Indie film posters previously shown surround you as you enter the small reception/relief area.
An independent movie house with four screens and stub tickets, it is one of my more memorable film experiences to date.
9. Shop for food and dine like Capetonians. As with many cities, Cape Town boasts a lively dining scene. Whether you're looking for some authentic Cape Malay cuisine, or a laundromat which offers great sushi while you wait, there is something for everyone in Cape Town.
10. Township tours with a difference*. I have been fortunate enough to be driven around a local township when I was a volunteer at Knysna. My host employs a couple of helpers from a township nearby; they were also involved in a music project with a talented young man. I had always been curious to see what homes in a township looked like: the conditions many had to live with and the people that keeps the streets alive and vibrant.
Many people I met were hesitant about township tours on offer. To many, it seemed like a surveillance into awful living conditions, an experience which would otherwise be uncomfortable if you did not have personal relations to anyone you visited – like my host did.
TIP: A friend suggested Coffeebeans Route, a township tour with a difference. The tour guide knows the individuals personally, and profits from the tour helps artists, musicians and artisans flourish in their own businesses and ventures.
11. Shop locally and sustainably. There are many independent retailers and artisan shops in Cape Town that a stroll along its streets for a day is a worthwhile activity. Pan-African Market is a bright, four-storey building boasting some of the finest and authentic African souvenirs on offer. If that is your thing, it is worth checking out in the early hours of the morning as some corridors are very narrow and tens of rooms are left to be explored.
Bree Street offers many artisan goods, from baked goods to chocolate. The V&A Waterfront shopping outlet houses many Western brands and designers, but is also home to more upscale South African retailers; it may not seem like the destination for souvenirs and such, but you may be surprised to see what is on offer.
12. Throw yourself in Long Street for a night on the tiles. Or for 99 beers. Long Street is truly alive and happening in the evenings. Some bars may ask for over 21s only – and will undoubtedly ask for proof of ID too. There are many places to go, but a favourite is Beerhouse, a yellow building which houses 99 beers.
There is an array of craft beer brands on offer – from local favourites to international superstars. Grab yourself a seat on a quiet night to sample a couple of their draught goods on offer – and swap craft beer notes with new friends – or opt for a busy weekend night when it is heaving and the DJ sends you into a ball of nostalgia as he plays The Cardigans' Lovefool.
* – asterisks mark the experiences I did not do. This is not a sponsored post, but a mere collection of companies which have been recommended by a good friend – thanks Jess – who is a Cape Town native, and knows a thing or two about the tourist industry and its influencers. I thought I'd share it to make someone's trip to CT stress-free and easy-going.


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Hear Ye!! Hear Ye!! Its Here!! The 2017 Season is about to kick off!
It all starts the Saturaday Nov 4 @ 6pm With " The Guy Fawks Celebrations"
Come and goin the family fun, starting with funnel cake.
November 26-
Community Fun Night-at the Basket Ball Court. Celebrate the Festival of Lights with us. See the amazing lights, the village dressed in lights.
December 2- Community Christmas Tree Lighting and dinner @ 6;30pm
December 3- St. Peters Bazaar 6--9 pm
December 10- St Peter's Santa Gift Shop 9 am--10
Amy Roberts School--Tourch Light Procession starts @ 6pm. Dinners will be served starting 5pm
December 24-
Fun fill Christmas Celebrations at Hertiage Point. Santa will be visiting all the good boys and girls.
Cart Parades, games and dinner. Prizes for the best decorations.
January 2 , is the annual Junkanoo Parade on Green Turtle Cay
June 30- the community of Green Turtle will again, host the 2nd annual Fiddle Cay Beach Party
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Jennette McCurdy Fans Defend Her Racy Pics On Twitter
After yesterday's lingerie photos were leaked to the public, Jennette McCurdy's fans leapt to the rescue, defending the 'iCarly' star and showing major support for their fave girl.
There's always that moment — that moment when naked celeb pics leak, and you wait to see which way the fans will go. Will they freak out and turn into haters? Will they rally together, and love them even more? In the case of Jennette McCurdy Vs. leaked lingerie selfies, the verdict is in — her fans are awesome. They are totally supporting her all the way, and we have the evidence to prove it!
Jennette McCurdy's Sexy Pics — Fans Show Their Support On Twitter
That's right, no bra and panties — whether baby blue, hot pink or lace — will stop Jennette's fans from being there for her during her time of need.
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The followers have spoken, and they are being fully understanding of the situation and expressing these feelings on Twitter. It's great to see people rallying behind the 21-year-old actress/singer — after all, the photos are not demeaning or inappropriate in any way, and what she chooses to do with her body is 100% her call.
We at HollywoodLife.com also support Jennette during this hectic time, especially since the pics were clearly meant to be private, not blasted out to the entire world!
@jennettemccurdy baby we love you so much, dont listen to the haters.
— coen ツ (@ArianaYoshi) March 4, 2014
@jennettemccurdy you didn't deserve what you got but I will always love and support you because you're my whole world — fer (@cosgrovemccurdy) March 4, 2014
@jennettemccurdy queen — Taylor Swift (@aIisonswift) March 4, 2014
Jennette McCurdy Insinuates Andre Drummond Leaked the Pics
So, who leaked the sexy selfies anyway? Although he vehemently denies it, Jennette is insinuating that it's her ex-boyfriend Andre Drummond, who she shamed for his less-than-yummy macking skills right before the photos were leaked.
"To anyone disappointed: I sent those pics to 1 person," she wrote. "You can connect the dots. Shocked someone would stoop so low. I just speak w/ candor."
You tell him, girl! While we can't know for sure if the NBA baller did leak the pics, it's always great to see a young woman standing up for herself and keeping it real.
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Finding inspiration from podcast hosts and new formats by Liz Zadnik
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Hi there! I'm Liz Zadnik, member of the aea365 curating team and Saturday contributor. I don't know about you, but summer has started here on the East Coast of the United States and I could not be more excited. I'm ready for some sun and time on the beach!
We all have our vacation rituals – we might bring books with us or some magazines to catch up on. I personally love podcasts. To be honest, I probably listen to podcasts more than music – I love how they teach and entertain and help me tap into my creativity. I thought I would share some of my favorite evaluation-themed (and non-evaluation-themed) podcast episodes to really kick off the summer!
Rad Resource: TED Talks are a perennial favorite – and for good reason! I found data journalist Mona Chalabi's recent talk so insightful and practical. I appreciated how she sought to make data meaningful and reflect the lives of communities – something we strive to do as we work with organizations creating change and generate accessible data visualizations that will resonate with folks. She asks us to ask three questions – one of which is "Can I [see] myself in the data?" She uses this question as a way to encourage folks to be mindful of axes labels and breakdowns of data points.
TED Talk Honorable Mention: Giorgia Lupi's talk on data visualization and representation, "Because data are just a tool we use to represent reality."
Hot Tip: In my experience, folks often consider data as separate from them and their realities. To help navigate this, I've talked about data as similar to constellations. The stars are already there and we care connecting them to tell a story – a story that helps us make sense of our world.
How have you personalized data so folks can relate and connect?
Rad Resource: Another favorite podcast of mine is NPR's Invisibilia which explores "the invisible forces that control human behavior – ideas, beliefs, assumptions and emotions." I'm currently saving up the most recent Season Three episodes for a work trip, but some of my favorites from earlier seasons explore different solutions to "problems" and ways we are and feel connected to one another.
What's your favorite podcast? Do you have a favorite episode that you go back to every now and again?
Do you have questions, concerns, kudos, or content to extend this aea365 contribution? Please add them in the comments section for this post on the aea365 webpage so that we may enrich our community of practice. Would you like to submit an aea365 Tip? Please send a note of interest to email@example.com . aea365 is sponsored by the American Evaluation Association and provides a Tip-a-Day by and for evaluators.
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Lisa Templeton · August 7, 2017 at 10:55 am
Good day, Liz.
Thank you for your contribution. My name is Lisa Templeton and I am a grad student in the Professional Master's in Education program at Queen's University in Ontario, Canada. Professionally, I am grade 8 teacher of English and Social Studies. Currently, I am taking a course in Program Inquiry and Evaluation.
Your post caught my eye for a variety of reasons. First, I too am a podcast enthusiast. Their ability to entertain, teach, and connect us with the world around us is a gift. As a teacher, I feel one of the most important things I can do is help students see themselves in the world. This brings me to my first point.
Your comment, "How have you personalized data so folks can relate and connect?" hit me hard. As a teacher, I am required to write outcome based school reports three times a year. While the language used is not complicated, it is also not immediately approachable to the average grade 8 student. If my students cannot decipher their own reports in a way that is meaningful and relevant, how can I expect them to grow in their learning? Our new ELA curriculum is being introduced in Manitoba this fall. As I come to grips with what the outcomes *can mean (interpretation really is everything, no?) I am forced to also consider what they *can mean to my students. This brings me to my next point.
"Can I see myself in the data?" The answer is "no" if there is no student voice in the data. I am considering how to incorporate this voice into the data. Because our reports are outcome based, anecdotal student comments would be a departure from this expectation. However, can they not be in addition to the outcome based reporting? The readings I have done this week speak of the value of evaluator/programmer collaboration for the purposes of improving contextual understanding, personal investment in growth, and authentic findings. I extend this idea to teacher/student collaboration. This relationship must be nurtured so that students feel they matter. When they feel they matter, they can feel safe to invest themselves in their work. This investment (or sometimes lack thereof) should be shown on their reports in their own words as, in evaluator's terms, an accurate reflection of findings.
I appreciate your time and giving me something more to consider as I seek to be a better teacher. What are your thoughts on marrying the evaluation world with the education world?
Most considerately,
Lisa Templeton
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How do I get hold of the hotel confirmation PDF that was sent to the hotel for a particular booking
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OK So if we're asked to get hold of a hotel confirmation PDF for a Booking, here's how you do it
You'll need the Booking Id
- Logon to production AWS
- Locate the Booking in the travel.pbPersistence table
- Get hold of the "confirmedDateTime" so we know when the email will have been sent
- query the wire.wire DynamoDB table for the "confirmedDateTime", i.e. if "confirmedDateTime" is "2017-04-20T09:47:33.944+0000" you should query the wire.wire.creationDate for "20170420" and then you want to add a filter to the wire.wire table as well of subject = "Instructions for xxxxxx" where xxxxxx is the "channelReference" from the travel.pbPersistence table.
- you'll then get 1 record returned which is the email in question.
- Then you need to grab the "attachmentIds" String element
- Use this to lookup a record in the S3 bucket "wire-production-attachments" you can then download the PDF document
// Hotel Instructions should always be sent unless booked via PTI
sendHotelInstructions = !hotelSubproduct.getChannelCode().equals(Channel.PTI.name());
Also, at the moment the subject of emails is not 'instructions for xxxxxxx' where xxxxxx is the "channelReference" from the travel.pbPersistence table. At the moment we have things like 'Payment instructions for a booking made via LateRooms', with no reference of the channelReference. We should add the channel reference back into the subject I think.


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KUALA LUMPUR – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak today took time off to visit PAS president Datuk Seri Abdul Hadi Awang who underwent heart surgery at the National Heart Institute (IJN) on Tuesday.
"Thank God the surgery went smoothly, he is now in the process of recovery.
"Together we pray he has a speedy recovery and in God's protection always," Najib said in his Twitter and Facebook account today..
The Prime Minister spent about 15 minutes meeting with Abdul Hadi's family and doctors who treated the Marang Member of Parliament.
According to IJN in a statement on Monday, Abdul Hadi underwent a heart valve replacement surgery for a leakage in the heart valve, which has affected his daily activities. – BERNAMA


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This closed-circuit security camera tells a worrisome tale as we see a children's shoe store in Bnei Brak is targeted by pickpockets who feel free helping themselves to the contents of persons clothing and carriages.
A was in the store earlier in the week and was having her children's shoes measured when two children, about ten, headed inside and picked the pockets of her garments as well as taking a wallet from a carriage.
They enter and one heads over to the carriage to inspect the goods. When the coast is clear they move swiftly and exit, without the victim detecting a thing. When the owner of the wallet wanted to pay, she first realized her wallet was gone with her credit cards, smart card for the bus and other valuables.
The store checked the camera and learned of the pediatric pickpockets, reporting this to police immediately. Police explained that by their actions, it was clear this was not their first time at the pickpocketing.
The woman called the credit card company and learned the young thieves had already made a charge to her card, buying from automated machines, perhaps fearing a store owner would realize they are too young. Therefore, they settled for sweets and other items from a vending machine. In total, the two spent 100-150 shekels.
The store owner told Chadrei Chareidim, all said and done, it is quite sad this took place at all, especially now, in Elul, right before Rosh Hashanah and Slichos.
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North East Victoria
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Baby to Toddler : 2008
Newborn babies and sleep ASK any parent what is their biggest challenge in caring for their baby and 99 per cent will answer sleep! As a new parent there are times that you feel that your entire day is spent trying to get your baby to sleep. And then, when they finally close their eyes, and you think that you may have just a moment to actually have a cup of tea, eat lunch or finally get to that shower – baby wakes up. Congratulations on the birth of your new baby — this is a glorious time in your life. Whether this is your first baby or your fifth, you will find this a time of recovery, adjustment, sometimes confusion and frustration, but — most wonderfully — of falling in love. Babies younger than four months have very different sleep needs than older babies. This article will help you understand your newborn baby's developing sleep patterns, and will help you develop reasonable expectations when it comes to your baby and sleep. Read, learn, and beware of bad advice Absolutely everyone has an opinion about 22 Baby to Toddler 2008 how you should handle sleep issues with your new baby. The danger to a new parent is that these tidbits of misguided advice (no matter how well-intentioned) can truly have a negative effect on our parenting skills and, by extension, our babies' development…if we are not aware of the facts. The more knowledge you have the less likely that other people will make you doubt your parenting decisions. When you have your facts straight, and when you have a parenting plan, you will be able to respond with confidence to those who are well meaning but offering contrary or incorrect advice. So, your first step is to get smart. Know what you are doing, and know why you are doing it. Read books and magazines and attend classes or support groups — it all helps. The biology of newborn sleep During the early months of your baby's life, he/she sleeps when he is tired; it's really that simple. You can do very little to force a new baby to sleep when he/she doesn't want to sleep, and conversely, you can do little to wake him/her up when he/she is sleeping soundly. A very important point to understand about newborn babies is that they have very, very tiny tummies. New babies grow rapidly, their diet is liquid, and it digests quickly. Formula digests quickly and breast milk digests even more rapidly. Although it would be nice to lay your little bundle down at a predetermined bedtime and not hear a peep from him/her until morning, even the most naive among us know that this is not a realistic goal for a tiny baby. Newborns need to be fed every two to four hours — and sometimes more. During those early months, your baby will have tremendous growth spurts that affect not only daytime, but also night time feeding as well, sometimes pushing that two to four hour schedule to a one to two hour schedule around the clock. Sleeping through the night You have probably heard that babies should start sleeping through the night at about two to four months of age. What you must understand is that for a new baby, a five-hour stretch is a full night. Many (but nowhere near all) babies at this age can sleep uninterrupted from midnight to 5am (not that they always do). A far cry from what you may have thought sleeping through the night meant! The Border Mail sleep precious little
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American Express will certainly suffer when its 16-year cobranding deal with Costco ends in 2016, but its executives will spend the next year building up the card brand's digital payment products to create enough opportunities to ease the company's short-term pain and guarantee its long-term health.
"The payments industry is going through accelerated change, new technology is driving changes in consumer behavior and there is a convergence between online and offline channels," said Kenneth Chenault, chairman and CEO of American Express, during a conference call to discuss the end of the Costco relationship, which is scheduled for March 31, 2016.
"It is not easy to see a longstanding partnership end, but when the numbers no longer add up it is necessary," Chenault said. "There are other opportunities. Amex is nothing if not resourceful."
Amex will mix its technology with marketing programs built around loyalty, cash-back and other services, Chenault said.
Amex's technology initiatives include the establishment of technology hubs to attract hundreds of employees from outside the payments industry. The goal of this strategy is to bring in fresh ideas from people more accustomed to a working in startups.
The card brand also plans to use its OptBlue program, which allows acquirers to make fees flexible for small businesses, and its involvement with Apple Pay as levers for growth. Amex's Serve prepaid account is also embedded in Softcard, an Apple Pay competitor.
Amex also has other avenues to offset the loss of the Costco relationship, including non-Costco spending from Costco card users. More than 70% of the spending from the Costco Amex cards takes place outside of Costco, Amex reports, adding it would approach these customers with alternative Amex products. Amex did the same thing in Canada, where it lost the Costco contract in 2014, and said it's pleased with the results, though it did not provide details.
The high amount of non-Costco purchases suggests the Costco consumer base is higher end and valuable, said Ken Paterson, vice president of research operations and director of the credit advisory service at Mercator Advisory Group. "70% is remarkable. It shows how desirable these consumers are," he said.
In addition to giving Amex a lifeline, mobile commerce options provide flexibility for merchants, which no longer require a singular branded relationships with card issuers similar to the Amex/Costco partnership, said Richard Crone, a payments consultant.
"If Costco is able to have a mobile wallet, it allows consumers to put different payment types into it," Crone said, adding this also gives the merchant more control over customer data. "It's aggregate or be aggregated."
Additionally, there's also a finite number of big-box retailers, giving these merchants added leverage with card issuers, Paterson said.
"There aren't many opportunities in that space," Paterson said. "It's sort of a zero-sum game."
Amex's executives did not rule out the possibility that acceptance at Costco may linger beyond the 2016 end-of-service date due to transition issues. Analysts estimate the Costco relationship is worth about 15 cents per share to Amex.
The loss piles onto other economic challenges facing Amex, including economic conditions in the European Union and the stronger dollar, said Jeffrey Campbell, Amex's CFO, during the conference call.
The loss of Costco and the cost of investments in marketing and product development to offset the end of the Costco relationship will cause "unevenness" in performance, and could cause earnings per share growth to temporarily flatten. The company's outlook for 2016 is "complex," though Amex anticipates a return to growth by that time, Campbell said.
Amex has already lost the Costco account in Canada, and Chenault said the U.S. relationship was ending because the two companies could not come to terms on an extension. Costco did not return a request for comment by deadline.
Chenault and Campbell suggested increasing competition for cobranded cards was making the economics of the deals more challenging, though they did not provide details of the Costco negotiation or terms of the other recent negotiations. "The cost of renewing our cobranded relationships has increased we have seen this dynamic play out at different times as contracts have come up or are renewable," Chenault said.
Amex is approaching its cobranding partners early, often well before the contracts expire, in part to get a sense of the economic outlook for cobranded cards, Chenault said. "We did this knowing it could have a near-term financial impact but it could also provide clarity about the programs going forward," he said.
The early negotiations have resulted in some wins for Amex, which has renewed its contracts with Starwood, Delta Airlines and Café Pacific.
"The fact that we were able to re-sign these merchants speaks the fact that we can compete in cobranding," Chenault said. "There will be some cobrands where we can compete, and that is what we did with Delta and Starwood."


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