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Founded in 1960, the Minnesota Vikings played their first NFL game in 1961. The Vikings were victorious in their first-ever game over their rival the Chicago Bears 37-13. In 1969 they won an NFL Championship over the Cleveland Browns and during the 1970s the Vikings dominated the league appearing in three Super Bowl Games. Today they call U.S Bank Stadium home and this gorgeous stadium also was the site of Super Bowl LII.
The Vikings kicked off the 1961 NFL Draft by selecting Tommy Mason with the first overall selection. Their most important selection of that draft though would turn out to be Fran Tarkenton. This Pro Football Hall of Famer and quarterback led the franchise to three Super Bowl appearances in four years, falling short of victory each time. At the same time, the Vikings had an imposing defensive line known as the "Purple People Eaters" comprised of legends Gary Larsen, Alan Page, Jim Marshall, and Carl Ellers. After the 1987 NFL season, they made another NFC Championship Game appearance but lost to the Washington Redskins 17-10. During the 1990s the Vikings rose to prominence once again under Head Coach Dennis Green. Green led the Vikings to a 15-1 record during the 1998 NFL season with a roster that included quarterback Randall Cunningham and wide receivers Randy Moss and Cris Carter. They would end up losing though to the Atlanta Falcons in the NFC Championship Game 30-27 in overtime. Throughout the 2000s the franchise has remained competitive with many great players suiting up for them including Daunte Culpepper and Adrian Peterson. During the 2017 NFL season, the Vikings made it to the NFC Championship Game losing to the eventual Super Bowl Champions the Philadelphia Eagles. In the Divisional Playoff round they pulled off an improbable Hail Mary Pass to defeat the New Orleans Saints, this play is known as the "Minnesota Miracle". The team is now led by Head Coach Mike Zimmer, quarterback Kirk Cousins, and one of the top defenses in the league right now.
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The recent Credit Suisse report on women on boards (Gender diversity and corporate performance, August 2012) is a though provoking and encouraging study to those of us who have long argued that legislation for equal gender representation on boards is a very good thing.
Researching in 2,400 companies worldwide, Credit Suisse found that companies with at least one woman on their board have outperformed companies with no women by 26% from 2005 to 2011. And of particular interest is the fact that most of this improvement came post the financial slump period suggesting companies which have embraced gender diversity have done well in the bad times too.
According to the report, a company with female board directors shows that the company has a wider talent pool, a better mix of leadership, and already is well-run and performing better.
Hundreds of business and academic studies over the years show mixed results over whether diversity is good for business and the bottom line and have often been challenged by those reluctant to concede more women make any difference at all. The Credit Suisse report is a timely riposte to the doubters. Gender equality appears to be a strong indicator that diverse leadership really pays off for companies.
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The Sheriff's Department has identified the man who died after a crash on Highway 41 near Creston as 18-year-old Lee Williams of Paso Robles.
Williams was killed when the 1990 Honda Civic he was driving crossed the southbound lane and went into a culvert just south of Cripple Creek Road about 8 a.m., according to the CHP.
Williams appeared to be dead when emergency responders arrived on the scene, according to the CHP.
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I can tell a stranger almost everything about you. I can accurately give a detailed description of your day – from the time I wake you up until the time I dog-ear the page of your book at night. I am your mailbox and your morning paper. I can sing just the right song for your commute to work, call you a cab (or UBER) or find the perfect recipe if you feel like staying in and having a home-cooked meal.
Alright, you get the idea. You take your cell phone everywhere. It is your constant companion and ultimate guide to the digital world. From the time you wake to the time you go to bed at night, your mobile device is there.
That's why there's no doubt that the growing move to mobile is an essential element to consider when creating your brand's next email campaign, but to what extent could your audience's demographics determine your mobile success?
Reader Age
Do younger audiences use mobile more? Yes! According to Consumer Barometer, younger audiences tend to access the internet more frequently using their smartphone than older viewers who prefer using a computer. Millennials are the dominant mobile generation, and it's crucial when targeting them to test the mobile responsiveness of your email campaigns.
Reader Location
In states like California, Texas, New York and Florida, over 50% of the population opens emails on their smartphone versus traditional methods. Open rates on desktops are in steady decline and continuing to decrease every year, so it's a smart move to make sure all emails you send work on all types of mobile devices.
Location-based elements including store addresses and telephone numbers should be clickable and linked to online map directories straight from the email. Don't forget: no matter if your readers are in Honolulu or Indianapolis, mobile responsive landing pages should be linked to your email offer to attract online shoppers while on the move. Your readers have opened the email; now make it easy for them to convert.
Reader Industry
Let's do a quick experiment. Take a look at the inbox on your smartphone and see how many different companies send you targeted emails every day. My inbox is cluttered with offers that include everything from discounts on my next oil change to movies hitting the box office next Friday to suggestions for where I should travel this summer.
Throughout the last few years I have joined a mailing list here and there, and now I find myself bombarded with emails – some of which I feel comfortable with opening or deleting right away on my smartphone, while others require some time on my desktop where I feel more secure. It's no surprise that some verticals perform better on mobile devices for various reasons. According to the US Consumer Device Preference Report, industries like retail and entertainment have a higher mobile open rate than non-profit and automotive verticals.
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Your readers' dependence on mobile will continue to rise. To be successful, you have to understand the demographics of your readers to reach them most effectively on the right device.
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"Um, Ma'am…can I see you in my office for a second?"
I had never been called into the daycare office before and I was concerned something serious had happened. Low and behold, it was nothing more than a stern talking to about my five year old son walking around letting all the other children know what he thought about a toy.
I stifled my inappropriate laughter and tried my best to see the seriousness of the situation. In the meantime, I found myself way more impressed that he used the word ridiculous than I was mad that he said the godforsaken F-word.
The pairing of the two however, was no surprise. The two word combination comes out of my mouth, on the daily.
Some parents might start making a conscience effort to watch their language around their child's developing brain – I chose to simply sit down and have a conversation with my five year old.
There are Grownup Words and there are Kid Words.
Fuck, and all the variations of it… are grown up words and finished up the talk by providing him some kid-friendly alternatives. I also explained that not all grown ups use such language… just the passionate ones.
Just kidding… I did not tell him the passionate part, but I do believe it.
I continued to swear like a sailor for the next four years and my now nine-year-old son still thinks Crap is a swear word. I'm winning this thing called parenting. The simplicity behind it is that I can say whatever I want (within responsible reason), whenever I want and he cannot.
My son is not allowed to drink beer, which he witnesses me do. He's aware the he is not allowed behind the wheel – yet sees me drive on the daily. If he stumbles out of bed and sees me awake past 2am, guess what, he doesn't get to ask me why I'm allowed to do it and he's not. If I want to drink 3 sodas in one day – in front of my child – he still knows he doesn't get to do that. The best part, is not having to finish my fucking dinner.
That is the difference between being an adult and being a child. Call it a perk for getting through childhood if you will. Parents who cuss, believe it or not, can raise some pretty well-rounded offsprings. As passionately as I speak, I'm equally passionate about being a parent and making sure he grows up to be a functioning member of society…
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Sauber F1 Team have announced the appointment of another key technical signing with Nicolas Hennel de Beaupreau joining as the team's Head of Aerodynamics in its quest to progress through the field.
The 43-year old Frenchman began work with the Hinwil-based outfit in September.
Hennel de Beaupreau previously worked for teams including Benetton, Renault, Ferrari, Toyota, McLaren and Lotus F1, holding positions as Head, Chief and Principal Leader of Aerodynamics.
Mariano Alperin-Bruvera and Seamus Mullarke who split the position as Sauber's Head of Aerodynamics in an interim role, will now return back to their previous positions in the team.
Xevi Pujolar also recently started work at the team as Head of Track Engineering joining the team from Toro Rosso.
Sauber's future in the sport of Formula One was secured when the Hinwil-based squad was purchased by the Longbow Finance Group in July.
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Parasathesia, which is actually correctly spelled paresthesia, is a temporary change in sensation which is not accompanied with long term damage or changes. However, chronic episodes can indicate that someone is experiencing a neurological problem which should be addressed, with the changes in sensation being the symptom of a serious underlying problem. Many people experience some degree of parasthesia at some point in their lives.
In some cases, parasthesia involves a prickling or tingling sensation. People can also experience a brief wave of heat or coolness, or numbness, in which they feel nothing in the affected area. Skin crawling or itching sensations can also characterize parasthesia in some cases. Usually, the sensation disappears after a few moments, leaving behind no noticeable change.
Transient parasthesia occurs briefly and in response to an environmental cause. For example, someone who unzips a tight pair of pants might experience a pins and needles sensation around the waist for a moment. Limbs which "fall asleep" are another example of transient parasthesia. Pinching nerves in the neck or along a limb can cause a case of transient parasthesia.
Chronic parasthesia is a neurological problem, caused by an error in the neurons which transmit signals throughout the nervous system. It is usually a symptom of a problem like poor circulation, inflammation, or a medical condition which can range from a tumor in the brain to a pinched nerve in the spinal cord. This type of sensation change will appear for sustained periods, and it will continue to appear over and over again in the same place, unlike a transient change in sensation, which will rarely strike the same place twice.
In addition to being caused by certain medical conditions, chronic parasthesia can also be caused by accident during medical procedures, and in some cases it is a common side effect. Dentists in particular notice temporary changes in sensation among their patients after procedures such as root canals. Patients should always report changes in sensation to a doctor, even if they are expected, so that the doctor can stay up to date on the patient's condition.
People who experience persistent and recurrent changes in sensation should consult a neurologist. The neurologist can determine the underlying cause and work with the patient to develop a treatment plan for the condition which is causing the issue. Over the course of treatment, the parasthesia should naturally resolve. In some cases, it may not be possible to treat the underlying condition, in which case various techniques can be used to help the patient cope with the parasthesia.
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**FINISHED**One day Darcey came home from school. she went over to her boyfriend Nialls house. they play games and have fun. Later in the book Darcey walks in to see Niall kissing on another girl. Then she slams the door and speeds off. While that happens a car comes up behind her and crashes into the back of the car her memory is erased. Niall visits her at the hospital to try to get her mind back to normal. If her mind gets back to normal will she remember the time she got cheater on? READ to find out!!!!
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Although adult tooth loss in the U.S. is decreasing overall, a high percentage of people do lose one or more teeth to gum disease, cavities or fractures at some point. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, adults lose an average of one-to-two permanent teeth (not counting wisdom teeth) before the age of 50. Dental bridges are a commonly recommended treatment for replacing one or more missing teeth with realistic prosthetics.
What Is A Dental Bridge?
Dental bridges replace missing teeth and teeth that are too badly damaged for crowns or fillings. They help hold remaining teeth in proper alignment and keep natural teeth from bearing too much stress from biting and chewing. This is one of the most common dental procedures for filling a gap in a patient's smile.
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Having a gap in your smile can make you feel self-conscious about your appearance. But a missing tooth can do more than just impact your looks. Each tooth in your mouth plays an important role in keeping the rest of your teeth in line. When you lose a tooth, the teeth on either side can begin drifting out of alignment.
Even if you lose a back tooth that no one usually sees, you could end up with crooked front teeth. This type of restoration allows you to bite and chew normally again with the exception of very hard foods. It can also help correct speech problems associated with missing teeth.
- Keeps other teeth in alignment
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This treatment is designed for patients who have a badly damaged or missing tooth that can't be restored with a dental crown or filling. Candidates with good dental hygiene habits are the best candidates. Poor brushing and flossing habits can lead to premature failure of these dental prosthetics due to gum disease and cavities in surrounding teeth. Bridges can be used to restore one, two or three missing teeth in a row. However, some patients with several missing teeth may be better candidates for a partial denture. Patients with a single missing tooth may opt for a dental implant instead of a bridge in some circumstances.
What is Dental Bridge Procedure Like?
The placement of dental bridges is a two-stage process.
During the first visit:
- A consultation, examination, and x-rays are done followed by the preparation of the abutment teeth. This process involves removing enamel from all four sides and the top of each tooth. The reduction creates enough space to place a crown over each abutment tooth.
- A mold of the treatment area is created and sent to a dental lab for custom-manufacturing of your bridge.
- You will wear a temporary bridge until this customized prosthetic arrives.
During the second visit:
- An in-depth fitting of your permanent bridge.
- Adjustments are made for maximum comfort and function. You may wear the bridge with a temporary adhesive for a while to make sure it fits just right.
- Then, it will be cemented in place for good.
Dental Bridge Maintenance
During your fitting, our team will provide detailed instructions on how to clean and floss around the bridge to make sure bacteria and food don't build up in any small gaps or crevices.
Types of Dental Bridges
Traditional Dental Bridges
A traditional bridge requires the presence of a healthy tooth on either side of the gap to support the prosthesis. This bridge consists of three crowns that are all attached to each other. The crown in the middle is actually called a "pontic" and is the prosthetic that replaces the missing tooth. The two on either side are regular crowns that fit over existing teeth called the abutment teeth. Porcelain and porcelain fused to metal (PFM) are the most common materials used for these dental bridges.
Cantilever Dental Bridges
This type of bridge is similar to a traditional bridge. However, it is used when there is no support tooth available on one side of the missing tooth (e.g., with a missing back molar). Instead, two crowns are placed directly next to each other and the pontic is on the end. Some cantilever bridges use only one crown plus the pontic.
Resin Bonded Dental Bridges
Uses metal bands and dental bonding resin to attach a pontic to adjacent teeth. The metal bands are positioned on the backside of the supporting teeth to make them less noticeable. This approach does not require extensive preparation of the adjacent teeth since they do not receive crowns. A resin bonded or "Maryland" bridge is sometimes used for restoring front teeth.
Implant Supported Dental Bridges
Patients with good jaw bone density are often candidates for smile restoration with implant-supported bridges that replace two or more teeth. One or more titanium implants are placed directly into the jawbone where they fuse with the bone during healing. The implants are finished with porcelain crowns for a very natural appearance. This is the sturdiest type of crown since it most closely mimics the performance of a real tooth.
How Long Do Dental Bridges Last?
A bridge can last for many years with proper care, keeping your smile even and attractive.
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A disc jockey tries to prove to teenagers' parents that rock 'n' roll is harmless and won't turn their kids into juvenile delinquents. This movie features some great music and a classic dance scene of kids destroying a hotel living room with their Lindy Hop!
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Kuhl and Leyton
Artist's Statement
Kuhl and Leyton have been collaborating for over five years, and have worked closely as artists for over seven years. Kuhl and Leyton's collaborative works depict crime scenes, emergencies, and crisis situations. The works draw upon mass media's conventional mode of documenting states of emergency. Police officers, security guards, emergency medical technicians, crime scene investigators, detectives, and firefighters are the government forces that arrive to control, organize, and assist with civic disorder.
Police officers have long been seen as a symbol of the government, and in movies both a hero and a villain; a citizen above the law. In 1989 the reality television program COPS emerged, showing actual footage of police officers on patrol. This television series began a new era for officer's portrayal in the media. COPS brought police officers into people's homes and depicted offenders not as criminals, but as stars in a television show. COPS fosters America's lust for justice. COPS has paved the way for numerous other shows such as Law and Order, ER, and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
Criminals and crisis situations have become entertainment.
The collaborative works are a branch of what COPS initiated. Kuhl and Leyton create the scenes with found imagery; several sources are often used to produce the final image. The role of the characters and their situations are ambiguous. A man points a gun, medics in the background place a man in a gurney. Who is helping, who's hindering? These scenes are familiar to society and although not everyone has experienced crisis first hand, the television has bridged this gap. The collaborative works comment on media, violence, the government, and their relationship to each other.
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Featuring the most prominent cases of celebrity infamy of the last decade the show highlights a series of celebrity "mugshots". Executed in bi-colored acrylic tape these notorious 60" x 80" portraits include the likes of Mel Gibson, Paris Hilton, and O.J. Staring back at us they question our obsession with their fall from grace and portray America's lust for gossip, violence and fame.
These new works that at once court and reject 'celebrity' follow a distinctive thread of KUHL & LEYTON, who have collaborated directly for the past four years. Initially inspired by the TV show "Cops", their work often depicts crime scenes and crisis situations - seeking to unearth that which fosters America's lust for justice. By working exclusively in acrylic tape they have developed a highly graphic style; this combined with affection for the use of vibrant color gives their dark subject matter a veneer of a fantasy.
Busted! this new series, exposes not only the vulnerability and immorality of our beloved icons, but also of ourselves. In an instant these few shamed men and women cause us to reflect upon a social consciousness that is increasingly at the mercy of the media. Using the publicity surrounding the downfall of our idols as an example of how fickle a mob we have become, KUHL & LEYTON illuminate an inherent sickness in the psyche of the modern world: How much we love raise our stars, yet how much more we love to watch them fall.
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So, Jamie was my "Plan B" model for last week, and as I mentioned in the Oliver storyboard, Jamie was out of town for work. Although the Universe challenged me last week, I've certainly been blessed with phenomenal content this week!
As we embark on ClubAmateurUSA's 15th year, once again, this video is the truest expression of a straight guy sexploring his curiosity.
Going into this shoot, Jamie set the expectation:
"Just making sure it's not any anal."
As a result, I figured we'd start out with an "old school" CAUSA shoot with a little massage & a little oral. Imagine my complete & utter surprise (and pleasure) when I moved my hand underneath Jamie to push his cock back & press on his abdomen, and he pushed back, of his own volition, onto all fours, manhole winking at the camera. Although he wasn't in perfect frame of the four Canons, I continued onward for a couple of minutes to gauge his intent & chart my course, moving forward.
Needless to say, prior calibrated expectations flew right out the proverbial window!
CB ~ Casey Black ~ Messing. With. TexAZ. ©
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"Twas the day before Christmas and all through the town,
Hundreds of people were scurrying and rushing around.
The once stocked shelves were completely picked bare,
By last minute wild shoppers who did not even care.
That perfect gift they looked for, but many could not find,
Store after store searching knowing they may be in a bind.
Buying that perfect gift would certainly make them look grand,
As they shopped and greedily snatched from other shopper's hands.
Once completing the task that they had 12 months to complete,
They rushed home with their treasures to place under the tree.
Leisurely resting with a drink in front of the fireplace and tele,
They prepared for Santa and his jolly face and round belly.
Before midnight arrived, all were snuggled in their beds,
With thoughts of the day's aggressions running in their heads.
Worn to a frazzle from shopping they fell fast asleep,
As Santa came down the chimney landing on his feet.
With a blink of an eye, gifts were left, and stockings filled with treats,
St. Nick was gone in a flash with a flick of his nose and a huge wink.
Everyone awakened the next morning with his or her hearts filled with joy.
Santa Claus had come and left gifts for every man, woman, girl, and boy!
Jasmine D. Parker ©


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For many Stoke fans around the world, game day doesn't involve a trip to the Brit, long coach rides to see the team play away, or even a few pre-match oatcakes. For many, the chance to see the club live or sing along to 'Delilah' or "Ma Ma Ma Marc Muniesa…" still remains the stuff of dreams and bucket lists.
Despite the distance, here's a look at how a few fellow Stoke fans around the world do their best to follow their favourite team on game day…
Michael Forbes, Canada
I may be over 5,500 kilometres away from the Brit but I do my best to watch every Stoke game that I can. Stoke have about 15 to 20 games televised each season over here, usually home and away against the bigger clubs. It's often games against the likes of Sunderland and the newly promoted teams that aren't on offer.
So far this season, the Bournemouth match has been the only one that wasn't televised. Six for seven, in terms of coverage, is a great start for the season — if only we could say the same for the team's performance to date…
There aren't many, if any Stoke fans in Toronto. I've only seen one Stoke shirt since the team was promoted – an older gentleman in a Huth jersey at a TFC game. There are no Stoke bars or pubs to go to, so I watch all the games from my couch, the last vestiges of my morning coffee in my Stoke mug.
As a stereotypical Canadian, I play ice hockey each Saturday morning at 6:30. I'm off the ice and home by 9 AM, which means I have an hour until kick-off.
I'm not the superstitious type, but I do try to wear a piece of kit when the game is on – a Stoke t-shirt, scarf or hat. If the team goes on a win streak, I'll continue to wear the same kit week after week in hopes of bringing them a little luck. In Hughes' first season, my daughter made me a red and white striped bracelet out of thread. The team went on a hot streak and I refused to take it off until after the last game of the season.
The game usually wraps at noon, leaving me the rest of the day to search out recaps and delight in a big win, or to stew and avoid the coverage after a loss. Sunday games are my favourite. Dinner always tastes better when your team wins.
Mark Deaville, Japan
In Japan, the average 3pm kick off happens at 11pm or midnight (depending on daylight saving in England).
I worked on Saturdays until 6:30pm, which left ample time to go out for a pint with mates in Yokohama before getting the train home in time to watch the match. I only had terrestrial TV so I relied on free internet streams. I ended up watching more of Stoke from Japan than I did in the years prior to moving there as I used to work on Saturdays in Hanley. The only negative was Sunday mornings: I'd be on the train to work at 8:30am as everyone back in England was settling down to watch Match of the Day.
Only a few times in four years did I manage to watch Stoke in bars. Twice was with an Arsenal supporting mate when we played them in early kick offs. One of the pubs filled up with Japanese businessmen types. Nothing unusual about that in Tokyo, but when I looked round again they'd all stripped off their business attire to reveal Arsenal shirts! It made for a tasty atmosphere if nothing else as me and my one Stoke mate gave as good as we got.
The other time was the FA Cup Semi Final against Bolton. The pub was pretty quiet with a few people watching Arsenal v Liverpool on the big screen while me, my Stoke mate, and a Bolton supporter sat up the corner by the small screen. That poor bloke must have got sick of our mentals as each goal went in. The staff in there thought it was brilliant. I then had to commute 2 and a half hours to work then next morning with a stinking hangover.
John Holmes, Thailand
I have supported Stoke City since 1961. I was 9 years old when Sir Stan came back from Blackpool. I watch every game here in Thailand. They're usually on at 9pm on the weekend and 1:45am for mid-week games. The time change adds an extra hour making it a 7 hour difference, but I still stay up to watch the midweek games. I've never missed a match since the side was promoted to the Premier League.
Here in Thailand, the Premier League used to be on Truevision but CTH got the television rights. This meant I had to pay another 1000 baht per month to watch Stoke city (about £18) but it's worth it. I have a few superstitions – I always set my screensaver to the skeleton head, which sounds stupid but have always used this saver. I also never wear my Stoke top in the house when watching the game. I also shut the door, close the curtains and switch my mobile off. It sounds daft but we all have our ways of willing the team to win.
Kelvin, Australia
Australia is either 9 or 10 hours ahead of the UK, so kick-off is late regardless (a 3pm kick off is usually about midnight or 1am, depending on Daylight Saving Time or otherwise)
I subscribe to Foxtel so I'm able to watch all Stoke's games live on TV. I don't have any game day rituals or superstitions, but I did at one stage make a pact with myself NOT to watch any away games because our record was so poor, and I couldn't see much point in staying awake until 2 or 3am just to watch them get spanked.
That pact didn't last long as I couldn't help myself, and simply had to watch, just like passers-by at a car accident
Having lived here for decades – I came here before we won the League Cup in 1972 – I never miss an opportunity to watch our lads play, and I took the opportunity to catch them in Singapore when they played in the Barclays Asian Trophy!
I was lucky enough to meet up with a number of 'Oatcakers' and other rabid Stokies while I was over there, and I was so pleased I made the trip even though it was in jeopardy when I ran over my foot with a lawn mower a few weeks before!
Just like a daft teenage fan, I have a photo of Ryan Shawcross and me fixed to the partition next to my desk at work.
We make no bones about re-sharing the interview we did last year with Marc Muniesa. We love the bloke.
Why? Put on hold just what a cracking footballer he is for a minute. The best compliment I can pay him is that everyone should have Marc Muniesa in their lives for a few minutes every single day. He's just a lovely, lovely bloke who really is as nice as he comes across in the media and on social media. He is a bloke who makes you smile.
I'm delighted that my daughter's favourite player is Marc Muniesa: not only is she a good judge of what makes a proper footballer, she's also a good judge of character and personality, too. When he scored yesterday the whole ground exploded as one to salute a player who we've taken to like few others. There is genuine affection for him. And that goes for his team mates, too. Witness how they loved him scoring. I could watch is celebration on loop all day.
It's nice to be nice. That's what I teach my kids. Marc Muniesa is a superb ambassador for our football club, and he's good company, too.
I'd have a pint with Marc Muniesa #IHAPWMM
The Spanish word for player is 'Jugador'. What a great word, eh? It's sounds a bit gladiatorial in a way, and it rolls off the tongue, too – and it's a word that totally sums up Marc Muniesa. The lad is a proper player, a proper footballer.
He's the second youngest player to have played for Barcelona – have a wild guess at the youngest – and like Bojan is polite, well mannered, and superbly spoken. A real ambassador for Stoke City, and a real credit to his family.
He's shown at Stoke that he can play in a number of positions, and when at centre half with Ryan Shawcross last season, he was simply outstanding. But Marc Muniesa's had some cruel luck with injuries, including extensive ligament damage to both knees whilst at Barcelona. It will be great to see him back in action very soon for The Potters.
By rights, you'd think Marc Muniesa would be miserable. But he rarely is, and as well as being a cracking footballer, his manner off the pitch and on social media means he is a massive favourite of the Stoke City faithful. His song resonates around grounds even when he's not playing. It's an ace song. He's an ace bloke. We caught up with him just before Christmas.
Tell us a bit about growing up as a lad in Catalunya.
I was born in Barcelona, but on my second day we were in Lloret De Mar. It's by the sea, a popular seaside resort, and in the summer thousands go there on holiday. I don't have a sister but I have a younger brother who is nineteen years old – he plays football too, as a hobby with his mates. My parents both work in hotels – different hotels – because Lloret De Mar is a tourist kind of place, and in the summer we get something like 300,000 tourists, so they're really busy. Mainly from Britain, Germany, Italy…..
As a kid I was polite and I liked to study and play sports. I'm still studying at the minute (Business Management).
How did you got into football?
My father and my grandfather are massive Barcelona supporters and they went to watch games, they had club cards. I used to go to watch Barcelona with them. I started playing football with my father outside, and at five years old I started to play in the village team.
How were you spotted by Barca?
Barcelona came to see another lad playing who was a couple of years older than me. They saw me and they ended up taking both of us to train with them. I would have been eight or nine years old at the time – he was about eleven. I was lucky and he was unlucky I suppose as they kept me but didn't keep him.
I had a leg injury and had around a year off football, but when I was ten I started playing for Barcleona regularly. I lived at home until I was 16. My mum or dad drove me three days a week to training. Unlike Bojan, I studied at home in Lloret. It was really difficult as every training day I'd end up doing my homework in the car, having dinner in the car…….I'd get back about 11pm, absolutely shattered. At 16, I moved to Barcelona, La Masia.
What was the training regime like at La Masia? When I spoke to Bojan, he talked about constantly working with a football…..
Yes, everything was with the ball. Everything. I didn't touch the gym until I was 17/18 years old. Sometimes you hear about kids of 10 or 11 doing gym work or just running. Not at Barcelona – we had the ball all the time and it's a concept they have there that has done well for them.
When I signed for Barca I was a left winger. When I was 11 I moved back into midfield, and then a year later I was in the defence. A lot of people at Barcelona start in the attack and then they move them around. They like players being used to different positions on the pitch. I was used as a centre back and then also as a left back. I started playing in the Barcelona Under 19's and played really well. I love Barcelona and I knew other teams were interested at the time but….(shrugs shoulders and laughs), I love Barcelona.
You've spoken about La Masia – you have any plans to coach in the future?
Yes. In the future I'd like to go into coaching. I like seeing how people improve.
You made your first team debut at 17 – did you feel starstruck?
Well yes, you're living a dream. You see the players on TV, they have won everything, and then at a young age, to train with them – it's just incredible. I was really happy and my family were really happy. It was a great time for us.
It's rare that you see Barcelona players who have come through the ranks messing about in public life. They all seem so grounded, especially the greats like Xavi, Puyol etc – Do you get media training there?
No, at Barca you don't have media training, but you do get taught to be a really good person. They love you to study and they think that comes first, because a lot of players play football but don't make it, so it's important they have a god education to have a good career in another area away from football when they leave.
Who were your best mates there?
Sergi Roberto and Marc Bartra are two big friends, but I was really good mates with everyone I played with while I was there.
You were sent off on debut – that's not like you! I presume it was two yellows?
No, it was a straight red, ha ha! In England it wouldn't have even been a yellow card, ha ha!
It was on the touchline, I was running so fast and I made a tackle. I was the last man but it wouldn't have been a red card in England! The supporters were cheering me, but then the ref came up with the red card and I thought "oh no!!!!" Even the other player (from Osasuna) came up to me and said it wasn't a red card, and then Guardiola, Xavi etc started to shout at the ref that it wasn't a red card!!!!
I was really upset. This was my debut for the team I dreamt of playing for. I played thirty minutes, that's all. It was a great day, but also one of the worst, too.
You were on the bench for the 2009 Champions League Final against Manchester United?
Yes, a great night, and I got a winners medal! (Erik Pieters then jumps in the room, shouts something mocking Marc, then runs off to much laughter)
How come you left the Nou Camp?
I had a knee injury when I was 20 (in a pre-season friendly against Hamburg, he suffered a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament), and when I came back I was playing with the second team. I was 21 and thought it was time to leave and get regular first team football. I was sad as I love Barcelona, but it was the right thing to do and the right time to go.
You had already had a major knee injury before then, hadn't you?
I had, yes. I had already torn my other leg's ligaments when I was 16, so I have done both legs! The second time I knew I had done it, the first time I didn't. After the second one, I saw my family suffering and crying; far more than me, so I just had to be strong. It made me stronger, and I wanted to get back to playing again and make them happy again.
You've suffered a few leg injuries at Stoke since you came – is it a possibility these are linked to your knee injuries?
Yes, it could be possible. With the injuries we're doing everything we can, like changing insoles in my boots, going to different hospitals, things like that.
Why and how did you come to Stoke?
I wanted first team football, simple as that, but I hadn't really thought too much about whom for and what league, to be honest with you. I hadn't thought too much about the Premier League at all, to be honest. A lot of people said how physical it would be, being a defender in the Premier League. But a defender has to also be intelligent, be good on the ball, and good tactically, too.
I then had the opportunity to come here and to speak to Mark Hughes who wanted to change the style of play, and he convinced me to come. It was a big step, but one I was really glad I made. I had to do more gym work and more running to build myself up physically at first. It is more physical over here, it's a lot calmer in Spain.
What did you know of Stoke City and the city of Stoke-on-Trent?
I didn't know much about the city at all, but I had heard that they played a lot of direct, physical football. I also heard about Rory Delap, too!
When you were playing superbly for us at the back end of last season – was this the best form of your career?
Yes, I would say it was. Ryan is a really good defender and I enjoy playing next to him. For me, one of the best in the Premier League. He knows exactly what qualities he has. He has superb concentration, and tactically he's good too. When I play next to him and I want to go forward he sometime shouts me back, "Stay here!!!!", ha, ha! I like getting in front of players, getting the ball and playing. I also learned a lot off Huthy, too.
We now have a lot of different styles of defenders, too. I know it will be hard to get back in, but I will wait for my chance.
You've spoken about your experiences of playing in different positions whilst a youngster at Barca. Do you see your position on the pitch possibly changing here as you get older?
Yes, I think sometimes that when I get older, when I lose some pace, I may play as a defensive midfielder. I played 10 games at Barca B there as a holding midfielder. I think I was good at helping the defence out as I have the mindset of a defender.
You're the happiest bloke on the planet, aren't you?
Ha, ha. Sometimes I get angry, ha ha! But it's important to show you are happy. I like being happy. There are a lot of bad things in life, and although I am desperate to play every game, bad things in life puts not being in the team into perspective.
Your song…….
La Bamba!!!!! I loved the song when I first heard it in Cologne. Amazing! When you hear your name in a song it's special, it's a great thing. When I hear it I do think, "they are crazy!", ha ha.
You live with your girlfriend, and have several Spanish footballing friends close by?
Yes. The first year I was alone, no other Spanish players were here at Stoke. I went around a lot with Wilson Palacios. His wife was also close friends with my girlfriend, so we did lots together. To have friends around you is really important. For example, when you're not in a good moment it's important to have someone there you know.
My family come over to watch too, especially in the winter. Sergi and Marc sometimes come over too, but Catalunya have a game on Boxing Day so they won't be over then.
Thanks for your time Marc. Do you have a message for Stoke fans?
Yes. Thank you for all the love and support you give me. Every day, if it's good or bad, you are always there for me and the team. Me and the team hope you can enjoy many more good moments this season.
It's 2pm on a Thursday, and I'm down at Clayton Wood, Stoke's training ground. I've just driven through the autograph hunters who look, ahem, 'slightly' disappointed when I turned the corner and my 09-plate Kia crawled apologetically past them and through the security gates……
I'm armed with any number of things, ranging from bobble hats to dictaphones, and from framed prints (of THAT cover) to a sheet or two of questions. The telly is on, and Mark Hughes and his trusty lieutenants walk past.
We exchange 'Good afternoons', and they are off to do a press conference or something a bit more important than nod their heads and say hello to some giddy, mid-40's bloke from a magazine.
"He's about, he'll be here in a minute".
I was early. Very early. Well, you would be, wouldn't you?
It wasn't really akin to being at the end of the aisle waiting for your partner to show up on your wedding day – it's far worse. This is Bojan Krkić Pérez , El Petit Geni, or just simply BOJAN, we're talking about!
As we take a seat and start talking, one thing becomes absolutely clear: Bojan takes his football unbelievably seriously. And why wouldn't you when you have his God-given talent? For the entire interview he never moves his gaze away from me when he's talking. Bojan is supremely well-mannered and polite, down-to-earth, and very serious…..and we're there to talk football, family, friends, Spain…..and Stoke.
Tell us about the young Bojan…..
I grew up in Linyola. It's got a small population and my family are from that town. My mother's from there and it's my best place, my favourite place. My family still live there, although I don't have any brothers or sisters. It's about an hour from Barcelona. I love it there.
I was a quiet boy. It's great to go back. I really started getting into football when I was about four years old and I eventually signed for Barcelona when I was nine. My father was a professional footballer – I watched a few games, but not many. He played in my position; he was a number 10.
I heard you were a good musician when you were younger?
(laughs) Yes, I enjoyed playing the violin when I was young, and I love music. I would like to get back to playing music one day.
How were you spotted?
I was playing in a tournament in France. It's an international tournament and there were lots of scouts there. They (Barcelona) saw me and liked me. A lot of teams had scouts there, but I signed for Barcelona, the team I loved. It was a dream.
So I went to La Masia (La Masia de Can Planes, usually shortened to La Masia) the Barcelona training ground at the age of 9. For the first three years I was travelling from home, but when I was 12 I moved there to live there with my grandparents where we lived in a flat. In the morning I'd take a bus to school and spend all morning there.
What's different about La Masia compared to other academies and training camps?
Well, everyone has different ways of coaching kids and what they believe in. I think that Barcelona's is the best academy because they put your schooling first and after that its football. I like the idea of that. School is very important as it's everything when you are a youngster growing up.
Barcelona like to have that education philosophy and mentality in their football. But when we trained it was almost always with a ball.
So do you have any plans to coach in the future?
Yes, in the future I would like that, but that's a long way away. But yes, I think I would like to coach in the future.
You made your first team debut at Barcelona when you were just 17 – breaking Messi's record. Were you starstruck?
Yes, of course, because before I played for Barcelona I was always a fan. I was in the stadium to watch the games, and then suddenly I was playing for them! It was a fantastic feeling; a dream come true to play for Barcelona and with such great players. I had an amazing time there.
Who were your best friends at the club?
I wouldn't like to single out just one player. There are a lot of players there and they all helped me, but special players like Henry, Pique, Iniesta, Puyol….they all really helped me to develop.
There was a lot of pressure as a 17 year old, but you don't really notice it at the time. I wouldn't change a thing about it. I'm very, very proud to have played for the club I supported, such a big club, and I tried to do my best at all times. It's hard when you're 17 as you think as a 17 year old thinks, but when you are playing for such a great football club you must expect pressure. That's why having such a good schooling is important. I loved my time at Barca.
Roma, AC Milan, Ajax……fans of those clubs liked you. Why weren't you signed?
Yes, after Barcelona I played in some great cities and for some great clubs: Rome, Milan, Amsterdam…. great cities. I had a big contract at Barcelona and it's hard when you're on loan. But when the loan ended at Ajax I said to my family that it was now the time to settle down, sign a contact somewhere, and play regularly.
What did you know of us Stoke before you signed for us?
I knew Stoke were a Premier League club and had played many years in that league. I knew Stoke City has a lot of history, too. I knew of the reputation they had before I came and some people said to me 'look at their reputation' – but I knew Mark Hughes was the manager and I replied to them that if Mark Hughes wanted me then I know he wants to play in a certain style.
Mark Hughes was hugely important in getting me to Stoke. He's the gaffer and he knew I wanted to play games. He gave me confidence and it was a really good move and I feel really comfortable here.
What changes did you need to make for playing in the Premier League?
Most important I think was to add more muscle to my body. I can quite easily get used to the pace of the game and wasn't worried by that when I first came, but when I first came here I wanted to add more muscle as the game is more physical here. I am now far stronger.
That run of games last season from Spurs away to Rochdale: was it the best form of your career so far?
That's difficult to say. I think I played consistently in that period. I've played really well at all the clubs I've been at, but the gaffer here knows that when I came to Stoke it was really important for me to play regularly and to be happy and feel wanted. That is how I feel. I was happy with how I played last season.
I feel a lot of love at Stoke but I also felt a lot of love at Barca and also at Roma, too. I am happy.
That night against Rochdale – did you know immediately it was serious?
Yes. I knew that something strange had happened straight away and that it wasn't nice. I was running and my studs stuck in the turf, it was just a complete accident. Things can happen like that as we play football. It was a complete accident. I now feel strong and good.
Did you ever have any doubts that you'd be back playing?
I felt a lot of emotions at that time. You always have doubts, but for me the key is to think if you have a doubt then you have ten positive thoughts to make up for it on the same day. I looked at the injury as though your leg is just a small part of your body, and I was very positive. Recovery is about your body and mind. It's hard when you have an injury but that's football and that's life. I am a positive person.
So to your recovery and recuperation. You went back to Catalonia?
Yes, it was very nice and important for me to go back home to recover. It was hard to move away from the team and the club, but I had to as I felt that it's so important to get your mind totally right and focussed, without distractions. For that, you have to be around family and friends. The sun also makes a difference too, ha, ha!
Thousands monitored your recovery work on social media? Was this your idea?
Yes, it was my idea to put videos of my recovery on social media as we as footballers are important to our fans. But not only when it's going well and you are in a good way – it's easy then – but more so when it's hard. I worked really long hours to get back to good health and get my leg strong, and I even wrote a daily diary, but it was worth it!
I wanted to show my fans that 'ok, this hard, but I am going to come back stronger and I am doing my very best to do so'. I feel they have the right to see how I am doing and they liked doing so. I'm not at 100% yet but I am working hard towards that goal. It's was a long time that I was out of football, but I am working so hard to be at my very best. I need games to get that fitness, plus training of course – but I am very happy with how it's going.
What are the things you miss about home?
My town, my food, my family, my friends, the views……..I don't need to be surrounded by a lot of special possessions, I just like the normal things in life to make me happy.
My family came over last Christmas and they are doing so again this Christmas. That means a lot to me – it's a very special time of the year where I come from. In Spain you don't play at that time of the year, so that's a big difference, but it's a very special part of the year.
You have won one cap for Spain – ambitious for more?
Of course, I'd love to play for my country again. It's very difficult to play for Spain as they have great players and it's so hard to break into the team, but I know that I first have to play a lot of games, be 100%, and play a lot of good games at Stoke City. Then, it's up to others.
What's your message for Stoke fans?
Yes, thank you for your support it means a lot to me and the guys. We are a team, a group, always together. The season is a long season and we didn't start that well, but we try every game to do the very best things, and it's now getting a lot better as the season goes on.
Keep supporting us, whatever the result, no matter if we play well or not – we love your support! Oh, and Happy Christmas!
…..and that was that, apart from Bojan then taking the time to sign prints that had been auctioned off for the Donna Louise Children's Hospice. Bojan was really keen and happy that the print was so popular and had raised £600 for the Donna Louise, and asked questions about the organisation.
Not only is Bojan an outstanding footballer, it's pretty obvious that he's a lovely bloke too, an absolute gentleman. It's great that such a well-known, world famous 'name' player can fit so easily into the Stoke dressing room DNA of being a decent human being and having time for the fans.
We shook hands, I thanked him for his time, gave him a Bon Nadal bobble hat and a framed print, and I walked back to my car. As the security gates slowly opened, I could see the autograph hunters were walking away from the training ground. I would the window down…..
"Bojan's still in there, and is on his way out soon".
They all turned round and jogged back to the gates. Just as I would have done. THAT, is the Bojan effect!


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Experience the best of Cambodia on a journey to the heart of the country and get to know the people, landscape, customs and cuisine that make Cambodia so incredible. Travel to the French-colonial elegance of Battambang and on to the time-worn grandeur of Angkor Wat. Travel to Cambodia's remote south to discover the magical country of the Khmers. Along the way, spice up the adventure with temple sunsets, get a glimpse at Cambodia's brutal history and escape to the beach. Indulge in heritage and culture on this fascinating tour through the best of Cambodia.
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It was a quiet warm breezy summer night. I was hanging out in the backyard with Annabelle, throwing the frisbee. The only ones she missed were bad throws. She loves to succeed at things. It makes me happy to be with my little buddy girl.


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text: July 10, 2016 Review by Corey G. July 10, 2016/ Maui Beachfront Rentals We stayed at Kahana Villa for a week. Very nice location, pretty quiet area, close to the beach as well as to a convenience store, a few restaurants, and an awesome brew pub. It was a 45 minute drive from the airport, but once we got there we were right at home. Our apartment was very clean on arrival, comfortable and it had everything we needed, so it was completely pleasant stay. I would highly recommend this unit to others. — Corey G.


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Local and regional comedians and musicians will take to the stage Saturday in Putnam with the goal of helping a local Native American tribe keep its office.
The Nipmuc Nation Pay the Rent Comedy Event takes place at 7 p.m. Saturday at St. Mary Church in Putnam.
The show will feature four comedians, including Quiet Corner native Scott Higgins, along with music by Llama Tsunami, a cash bar with wine from Woodstock's Taylor Brooke Winery, appetizers and raffles.
"We expect this to be a really fun night," said Higgins, of Danielson, a regular on the East Coast comedy circuit who also can put "actor" on his resume after appearing in the movie "Zookeeper" with Kevin James. "Where can you go for $40 a couple to see live comedy, live music, get appetizers, and the money goes for a good cause."
The Killingly High School graduate — "I was voted class clown," he said — will be joined by fellow stand-up comics Dr. Jay Sutay, a South Windsor-based pediatrician who was a finalist in the 2012 Funniest Comic in New England Contest held at Mohegan Sun; Brian Plumb, who has performed at Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods; David Lamb, Boston Globe's "Comic on the Rise"; and emcee Eric Gould.
In addition to comedy, the Uncasville-based ska and reggae band Llama Tsunami will perform.
All proceeds from the event will go to the Nipmuc Nation, based in Grafton, Mass., which, with more than 500 citizens, is one of New England's largest tribes.
Tickets, which are $25 each or $40 for couple, are available online at payourrent.org or in person at Savage Systems Computer Professionals, 84 Providence St., Putnam.
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What: Nipmuc Nation Pay the Rent Comedy
When: 7 p.m. Saturday
Where: St. Mary Church, 218 Providence St., Putnam
Tickets: $25 each; $40 per couple


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Well its the first day of spring, and it's hosing down outside. Guess the weather gods didn't get the spring starting now memo!
Too brighten up the grey day outside I've whisked together this super easy Lemon Posset recipe to use up some of the glut of lemons I currently have in the kitchen. Teamed up with the Citrus Shortbread this is a yum dessert with a good citrus kick. The berries add a tart flavour and cut through some of the posset sweetness. Give the recipes a go - they can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. Enjoy!
Lemon Posset
600ml double cream
50g caster sugar
grated rind and juice of 3 lemons
fresh berries and mint leaves to serve
Citrus Shortbread
330 gm plain flour
120 gm caster sugar
finely grated rind and juice of 2 lemons
¼ tsp salt
200 gm butter, coarsely chopped
2 egg yolks
Serves: 4
Lemon Posset
Heat the cream, sugar and lemon rind over a low heat until the mixture starts to simmer. Stir continuously for around 3 -4 minutes and then remove from the heat. Cool until the mixture is lukewarm and then pour into small serving glasses. Cover the surface with cling wrap and allow to set in the refrigerator for 2+ hours. Garnish with fresh berries and mint leaves and serve with Citrus Shortbread. Serves 6 – 8 – depending on glass size.
Citrus Shortbread
Preheat oven to 180 C. Add the flour, sugar, lemon rind and sea salt in a food processor and process to combine. Add the butter and process until fine crumbs form (a couple of minutes). Then add the egg yolks and lemon juice, processing to combine. Turn the mixture onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth. Roll the mixture out on a lightly floured sheet of baking paper till 6mm thick, refrigerate to rest for 30 minutes. Then using a cookie cutter cut out rounds, re-rolling the scraps till the dough is used up. Place the cookies on an oven tray lined with baking paper, and bake for 15 - 20 mins until the edges are golden. Remove from the oven and cool the cookies on a rack.
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The drug, called nilotinib, has been used in the past to treat patients with a certain type of leukaemia. But in a small clinical trial in the US, 12 people with Parkinson's disease or a similar condition called "dementia with Lewy bodies" were given small doses of nilotinib for a six-month period with startling results.
Dr Charbel Moussa, who led the study at Georgetown University Medical Centre in Washington DC, said: "We've seen patients at end stages of the disease coming back to life."
Reporting the findings at the annual meeting of the Society of Neuroscience in Chicago on Saturday with colleague Dr Fernando Pagan, Dr Moussa described how the drug was trialed on patients with advanced stages of the disease.
"We had people as stiff as a board at the start of the study, who were walking around, sitting down and bending their legs by the end," he said.
"You could see the elation on their faces when they saw the improvement. There wasn't a dry eye in the room."
Dr Pagan added: "They were brighter and more fluent in speech, and they had a lot more energy. It was like an awakening for them."
Three of the participants who were unable to speak at the start of the trial had begun talking again by the end of the trial and one individual who had been confined to a wheelchair was able to walk again, the scientists said.
Alan Hoffman, a retired professor of social science education, was one of the participants who benefited from the effects of the drug trial. He was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 1997, a progressive condition in which part of the brain becomes increasingly damaged leading to tremors, slow movement and inflexibility of muscles.
He told Science Daily: "Before the nilotinib, I did almost nothing around the house. Now, I empty the garbage, unload the dishwasher, load the washer and the dryer, set the table, even take responsibility for grilling.
"My wife says it's life-changing for her and for my children and grandchildren.
"To say that nilotinib has made a change in our lives is a huge understatement."
Nilotinib works by boosting the ability to clear out proteins which accumulate in the brain cells of people with Parkinson's disease. These proteins are believed to trigger the death of brain cells which make molecules like dopamine needed for movement and other functions.
But despite the apparent striking effects, doctors have cautioned against great expectations for the drug at this stage as there was no control group or placebo used in the study for comparison.
Professor Carl Clarke, of Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, said: "It seems too good to be true. I dearly hope I am wrong."
Professor Kallol Ray Chaudhuri, from King's College London, agreed, saying: "If it can really reverse Parkinson's, we'd have reached a major milestone, but I'm sceptical.
"I would say 'watch this space'," he added.
Arthur Roach, director of research at the charity Parkinson's UK, also refused to get too carried away with the results. He said: "We can't yet say that patients will benefit."
Although the trial has been completed, Professor Hoffman and the other patients may be able to continue to take nilotinib as part of an expanded access study.
Dr Moussa and his fellow researchers plan larger trials with nilotinib for patients with Parkinson's and other diseases including Alzheimer's, likely to begin next year.


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Tozers Solicitors LLP congratulate two team members on their recent promotions!
We are delighted to announce that Paul Zaleski has recently become a partner in the Residential Property Team heading up our Teignmouth office, while Julia Knight is promoted to Associate Solicitor in our Exeter Commercial Property Team.
Paul is held in high esteem by both his clients and colleagues alike. Paul specializes in all aspects of residential conveyancing and puts a lot of emphasis on good communication between agents, clients and other solicitors involved in a transaction. His aim is to make moving house as smooth and stress free as possible for his clients.
Vernon Clarke who heads Tozers Property Department says of Paul's promotion: "We are very pleased to promote Paul who grew up in Teignmouth. His experience gained with national firms, coupled with his local knowledge makes him the ideal partner to continue the expansion of our Teignmouth branch as it goes from strength to strength."
Julia is also a very experienced and highly regarded solicitor. Her specialism is commercial property and she deals with acquisitions and disposals of business premises (including by way of conditional contracts, option and promotion agreements), the taking and granting of new leases, portfolio management and secured lending. Julia enjoys working closely with businesses of all sizes from sole traders to large corporate entities. She has gained a loyal client-base due to her personable approach, efficiency and the clear explanations she provides throughout any given process.
Her team leader, Richard Thorneycroft comments: "I am delighted with the appointment of Julia to Associate which reflects her experience and commitment to her role."
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Selim Ünlüsoy is the Executive Creative Director at Ogilvy Istanbul and GTB Istanbul. He also is a Board Member at EDCOM, part of The European Association of Communication Agencies. At the age of 29, he became the youngest ECD ever at a network agency in Turkey. Before joining Ogilvy Istanbul, he has worked at Leo Burnett Moscow and Istanbul, Lowe Istanbul and DDB&Co., contributing to the agency's success to become one of the top 3 agencies of the year in Cannes Lions.
Selim's work has won many international trophies in Cannes Lions, Golden Drum, One Show, New York Festivals, London International Awards, Epica, as well as national awards like Crystal Apple and Kirmizi, making a total of more than 60 awards and honors. His work was featured in Beaux Arts Magazine, Lürzer's Archive and numerous other publications. He was selected to serve as a jury member in both national and international award shows. Outside the agency, he creates multi-disciplinary work including publication design, experiential design, branding, photography and many more. Thanks to award shows forcing him to write his biography in third person, he now has to deal with another self on top of everything.
Elif Erten / Interactive Lead at Accenture
October 29, 2018 / Elif managed Selim directly
Selim is one of those ECD's who makes a great partner to any Managing Director running an ad agency (and I was very lucky to be one) with the way he handles the fine balance between creative integrity and pressing realities of the business. He's a perfectionist, great collaborator and mentor at the same time, so anyone working with him comes away with wider skill-sets and more refined taste. I've always admired how he could look beyond the face value of standard briefs, seeing the real creative and/or business potential in them and also giving every project, regardless of the client profile or budget limits, it's due care and attention, no matter how overloaded he might be. But one thing that truly sets him apart in an industry, where quite often unwanted behavior wrongly construed as talent, is his most pleasant personality and caring heart. He's a living proof that you can win Awards and new clients and be a nice person at the same time.
Anastasia Orkina / Global Marketing Director, B2C NOKIA
August 4, 2014 / Anastasia was a client of Selim's
He is a genius - brilliant creative mind/eye and very strategic at the same time.
Lawrence Du Pre / Managing Director DDB & Tribal Amsterdam
November 15, 2012 / Lawrence was senior to Selim but didn't manage directly
Selim is a class act and one of the most talented young art directors I've worked with in the last 10 years. He's a true craftsman as well as an ideas man as well as being utterly devoted to the communication business and creativity. It's very pleasing for me to see his rapid and well deserved rise and I'm sure that his maturity and people skills will also make him a very good team leader.
Eurobest Jury, 2011
Golden Drum, 2013
Cannes Young Lions Jury, 2017/11
Crystal Apple, 2018/17/16/15/11
Felis Awards, 2018/17/16
ARVAK Awards, 2017
Automotive Category, Bronze, Effie 2019
Personal Care Category, Bronze, Effie 2019
Integrated Bronze, Crystal Apple 2018
Film Silver, Crystal Apple 2018
Print Gold, Crystal Apple 2018
Print Silver, Crystal Apple 2018
Branded Content, Gold, Effie 2017
Design, Retail POS Winner, WPPED Cream 2016
Design, Promotional Winner, WPPED Cream 2016
Design, Branding Highly Recommended, WPPED Cream 2016
Best Identity Design, Crystal Apple 2016
Innovation Winner, Crystal Apple 2016
Best Packaging Design, Crystal Apple 2016
Print Gold, Crystal Apple 2016
Ambient Gold, Crystal Apple 2016
Print Silver, Crystal Apple 2016
Radio Silver, Crystal Apple 2016
Promo Bronze, Crystal Apple 2016
Print Bronze, Crystal Apple 2016
Media Bronze, Crystal Apple 2016
Silver, Effie 2016
Bronze, Effie 2016
Print Bronze, KIAF 2014
Outdoor Bronze, White Square 2014
Outdoor Gold, Golden Hammer 2014
Print Gold, Golden Hammer 2014
Best Use of Radio Gold, Golden Hammer 2013
Film Gold, ADCR 2013
Outdoor Gold, KIAF 2013
Radio Silver, KIAF 2013
Creative Media Projects Bronze, KIAF 2013
Film Silver, IDEA 2013
Film Craft Silver, IDEA 2013
Radio Silver, IDEA 2013
Radio Craft Bronze, 2013
Silver, Effie 2012
Film Bronze, Epica 2011
Print Merit, One Show 2011
Radio Finalist, New York Festivals 2011
Print Finalist, New York Festivals 2011
Print Finalist, New York Festivals 2011
Outdoor Campaign Bronze, Cannes Lions 2010
Radio Bronze, Cannes Lions 2010
Radio Campaign Bronze, London International Awards 2010
Radio Finalist, London International Awards 2010
Print Silver, Golden Drum 2010
Radio Silver, Golden Drum 2010
Outdoor Finalist, Golden Drum 2010
Print Gold, Crystal Apple 2010
Print Gold, Crystal Apple 2010
Print Bronze, Crystal Apple 2010
Radio Gold, Crystal Apple 2010
Print Silver, Golden Drum 2009
Print Bronze, Cannes Lions 2009
Print Finalist, Cannes Lions 2009
Ambient Finalist, Cannes Lions 2009
Radio Finalist, New York Festivals 2009
Print Bronze, Crystal Apple 2009
Young Lions Silver Medal, Cannes Lions 2008
Young Lions Print Winner, Turkey, 2008
Young Lions Film Winner, Turkey, 2007
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It's Wednesday, the middle of February and I'm thinking of spring! It is still officially winter, but with Stampendous and my teamies we are sharing lovely lilac projects!!!
Stop by Jamie Martin's blog as well as the Stampendous blog for more inspiration.
I took creative license on a sketch challenge as well, because I thought those butterflies work perfectly for the three stacked elements. You'll have to go over to Splitcoaststampers Sketch Challenge forum to get the details for Sketch Challenge 632!
And now for a quick list of supplies and instructions.
Note: In this supply list affiliate links are used for Amazon (AZ) at no cost to you, though it means when you click the link and make a purchase I receive a few pennies as a commission. Stampendous (STM), Ellen Hutson (EH), Scrapbook Pal (SP) and Blick Studio (Blick) links are also listed for non-affiliate shopping.
- Lilac Cling Stamp Set (AZ, STM)
- You Are Amazing Stamp (AZ, STM)
- Versafine™ Onyx Black Ink by Tsukineko® (AZ, STM)
- Cardstock by Bazzill Papers - Pixie Dust (AZ)
- Cardstock by WorldWin - Belgium Blue
- 90 lb. Watercolor Paper (AZ, Blick)
- Watercolor markers by Winsor Newton® (AZ, Blick) - 109 Cadmium Yellow Hue, 090 Cadmium Orange Hue, 095 Cadmium Red Hue, 311 Hooker's Green, 312 Hookers Green Dark, 521 Phthalo Green (Yellow Shade), 401 Mid Blue, 139, Cerulean Blue Hue, 231 Dioxazine Violet
- Ribbon by MayArts
- E-Z Runner Tape by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L (AZ, EH) Pentel Arts Aquash Water Brush, Medium Fine (AZ, EH)
- MISTI Stamping Tool (AZ, SP)
- Nuvo Crystal Drops by Tonic Studios - Dandelion Yellow (AZ, EH)
- Stamp the three butterflies with Versafine ink onto watercolor paper. Note: Using the MISTI Tool will help get a solid stamped image.
- Mask the three butterflies with the included plastic template pieces.
- Stamp lilac onto watercolor paper, mask with plastic template shape.
- Stamp leaves across the bottom of the lilac bunch.
- Watercolor image by scribbling ink from markers onto plastic palette or surface (markers will stain surface).
- Stamp sentiment where desired.
- Tie a bow with ribbon and wrap around the lower right corner of the watercolor image.
- Glue to Belgium Blue cardstock and onto Pixie Dust card base.
- Add tiny drops of Dandelion Yellow Crystal Drops to the center of open flowers.


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Good Morning and Happy Friday Friends! Today, on Face It Friday, I want to talk about brightening the undereye. If you're like me and work late into the evening, a brighter, wide-awake eye can make a world of difference in the morning. I've tested and tried many brighteners, correctors, and concealers and feel I've gotten my routine pretty much down to a science. I discovered using yellows, purples, and light concealers really do make a difference. I'm pretty fair so I usually choose the lightest shade in every brand, but as a rule of thumb, I would suggest using a concealer a shade lighter than your skin tone.
The first thing I like to do before foundation and after primer is to neutralize any darkness under my eye. Lately, my favorite is the yellow shade from the NYX Color Correcting Concealer Palette. I wish I'd known about it sooner because it makes such a difference! It's a great consistency and quite opaque so a little goes a long way. I also use the green square on any breakouts where my skin is looking red. If I'm not using my NYX palette I either use my NYX Dark Circle Corrector or a similar product by Becca Cosmetics. The Becca Undereye Brightening Corrector comes at a higher price point but I would debate it's a superior product with a more luminous finish. BUT it has a stickier finish and must be set with a powder once you're done concealing. The NYX version is really affordable and has a more matte consistency.
After foundation, I like to apply a purple toned product, under the area near the corner of my eye to bring about starker brightness. It seems sort of white at first, but once you apply concealer on top, it will tone it down. The purple helps to create a "wide awake" appearance and is a step up from only using concealer. Neutralize, brighten, conceal, set...that's how I like it! Of the two products above the YSL Color Corrector is a little lighter and a little more luminous while the NYX Hi Definition Photo Concealer Wand is more opaque and a little thicker. I like to use YSL when I'm wearing a lighter foundation and NYX when my foundation is more full coverage. It's great for photos for all you Instagrammers YouTubbers, and blogger out there.
Three of my four favorite concealers are drugstore...yayyy! My go-to lately has been the NYX HD Studio Photogenic Concealer. It gives fantastic coverage, a great color range and it's so affordable! The only downside is that I feel like there isn't much product in each tube and I repurchase more than any other product I own. Luckily, it's only a couple dollars. My oldie but goodie is MAC's Prolongwear Concealer. You can't go wrong! I found I don't use it day to day, but mostly when Justin and I are going out for date night or to an event with friend's and I don't want my undereye makeup to budge - and trust me it won't! For the price, this product lasts a very long time. I actually need to replace mine because I've had it too long and the consistency is off. And lastly, Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind in a concealer version and one specifically for brightening (it has a bit of a purple translucent tint). These are by far the easiest products to use and look beautiful on. Great for travel and a superior product for the drugstore!
You might be wondering what brushes I use for application and blending. Going from left to right I use a Sigma F70 Concealer Brush when applying my MAC Prolongwear, a MAC 159 Duo Fibre Brush when blending concealer or brightener into the creases under my eye, a Real Techniques Sculpting Brush for pressing product into the skin (this is my favorite and very affordable), and a Sigma F86 Tapered Kabuki Brush when I'm not using my sculpting brush from Real Techniques. I use my fingers when applying and blending the undereye correctors from the beginning of this post.
After all that work correcting, brightening, and concealing, make sure you set your undereye. This is such a crucial step - please don't skip it! Even if you feel like powder sinks into fine lines and crevices, a light dusting is better than nothing. Keep in mind, it's best to set as soon as possible after applying product before it can start to crease. You've probably heard of baking and it's such a fun technique. Basically, you dip a sponge (I've been using the EcoTools EcoFoam Facial Sponge) into a generous amount of loose translucent powder and pack it under the eye. You want to have excess powder and yes, it will look funny, but after a couple of minutes use a fluffy brush to wipe it away. It will ensure you're undereye makeup stays on all day.
And if you'd like to take it a step further, because why not, you can make the area under the inner eye even brighter. I've been obsessed with Ben Nye's Super White Professional Powder. I dump a small amount onto the back of my hand and pick it up onto my Real Techniques Setting Brush. Then I place it on the area from the inner corner of the eye to about the middle of the nose and the middle of the eye (does that make sense? I feel like I should draw a picture hahaha).
And voila! A bright undereye!
I hope you all have a fabulous weekend! I'm almost jumping with joy that the rain here in Northern California is finally supposed to subside, which means Justin and I can finally use my new camera and take a bunch of much-needed photos to share with all of you. It's such a challenge taking photos in terrible lighting that most of the time I don't even try. Hopefully, we will make up for it Saturday and Sunday!
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BOSTON (MarketWatch) — The U.S. financial sector gained Wednesday after reports showing a rebound in housing starts and higher producer prices buoyed sentiment about the economic recovery.
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The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund XLF, -0.30% , which tracks the financial stocks in the S&P 500 Index SPX, -0.22% , closed up 0.5%, taking its year-to-date gain to 7.6%.
Financials were rising after the Commerce Department said housing starts added nearly 15% in January, helped by higher activity in the multifamily sector. Read full story on housing starts.
Separately, mortgage applications fell 9.5% in the latest week, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported before Wednesday's opening bell.
In other economic data, U.S. wholesale prices climbed 0.8% in January, according to the Labor Department. See coverage of the producer price index.
J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. JPM, -0.33% led Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA, -0.25% stocks with a 2.4% gain. Conversely, NYSE Euronext NYX continued to lose ground, falling 3.7%, in the wake of its deal to merge with Deutsche Boerse AG DBOEY, +0.43% (DB1) .
American Capital Ltd. ACAS shares vaulted 7.9% after the firm reported better-than-expected quarterly results.
Goldman Sachs Group Inc. GS, -0.41% shares edged up 0.5%. The firm is closing its global macro proprietary trading desk that trades currencies, stocks and fixed-income securities, according to reports. Goldman decided to shut down the unit to comply with the Volcker rule, which is part of new financial regulations after the credit meltdown, The Wall Street Journal reported. See full story on Goldman's decision at WSJ.com.
The sector pared its gains along with the overall market following unconfirmed reports of Iranian warships planning to pass through Suez canal.
Investors on Wednesday afternoon were also digesting the minutes of the latest Federal Reserve meeting. Fed officials boosted their outlook for 2011 GDP growth to a range of 3% to 3.6%, but some questioned if the central bank should reduce its $600 billion program to purchase bonds.
"A few members noted that additional data pointing to a sufficiently strong recovery could make it appropriate to consider reducing the pace or overall size of the purchase program," according to the minutes. Read more on Fed minutes.