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In the absolute heat of summer I ended up in Las Vegas! This was not my first visit, but it was definitely hotter than last time. Temperatures easily reached 40-45C (104-113F) and even at night it wouldn't cool down at al. But man, what an amazing city is Vegas, even when it's this hot. My trip was focused on casino's, relaxing, concerts and good food. My hotel, Delano, was located on the very end of the strip. Basically, if you've never been to the strip, it's a long road through…Read More
Sleeping, eating and walking inside a favela in Rio de Janeiro
Check out this vlog and see for yourself how amazing it is to walk around in a favela in Rio de Janeiro! I felt safe 100% and made this vlog to show you guys a different side of the 'favela story'. Do you also want to stay here? Then check out their facebook page and enjoy this amazing experience. The favela I visited is called Babilonia in the neighbourhood Leme, just around the corner from Copacabana.Read More
South America vlogs!
The past 3 weeks I was fortunate enough to travel through 3 beautiful South American countries; Argentina, Uruguay and Brasil. Instead of blogging I decided to give 'vlogging' a real shot, so I've been making short vlogs about all parts of my journey. Enjoy! Check out my channel here and subscribe!Read More
10 Things I'm bringing to Thailand
10 Things I'm bringing to Thailand With less than a week to go before my Thailand trip begins…. it's time to start thinking about what I am bringing. I've decided to go 'backpack style' so the less I bring, the better. Quite a challenge for me, but everytime I am challenged to travel light it's going better. Especially my hitchhike adventure to Barcelona helped learning how to pack as little as possible. I think if I just went to Thailand and brought these 10 items with me + money… I…Read More
Get your Tourist Visa for Thailand in Amsterdam
Just a brief note for my fellow Dutchies: get your Tourist Visa for Thailand in Amsterdam! The last few weeks I've been trying to find a suitable visa service to order a visa for Thailand. Andddd it's been hell! First of all the prices the service desks charge are outrageous. Besides their regular fee, which is more than fair for their efforts, they charge crazy extra's like "fee for difficult embassy", " fee for registering presence in country" etc. A lot of people opt for these agencies as they're supposed…Read More
Barcelona Express – recap
Right now I'm sitting in the airplane, waiting for it to take off. I'm exhausted and happy. We managed to hitchhike to Barcelona in 6 days. A total of 1700 kilometers. That without stopping, direct from door to door, alone is 18 hours. We did it in 28 hours spread over 6 days, including ride swaps and catching rides. An impressive result that I am proud of. The last week has been a great adventure. The amount of amazing people we've met and also the experience of hitchhiking through Europe.…Read More
Barcelona Express – day 6
Today was the last day of our hitchiking trip. We only had to do an odd 100km from again the middle of nowhere (15km above Girona) to just under Barcelona. The place where we camped was absolutely trashed this morning. There had been a huge party during the night, until like 4AM. The result of it was trash, cups and bottles. Before I went to sleep, before midnight, I had plugged in my powerbank to charge… Well guess what was missing this morning. I'm half hoping it will show up…Read More
Barcelona Express – day 5
Last night after we had finished the hitchhiking we had a lot of spare time, as we had arrived first. We were hanging around a bit, setting up our tent, finding good places to charge our electrical etc. At 18:30 we were served a magnificent dish of Paela with chicken, shrimp and mussels. It was really delicious. Avignon Crusade Then at 21:00 we participated in a city challenge game which involved solving 3 crossword puzzles. Each crossword solution would be a place in the city of Avignon were we had…Read More
Barcelona Express – day 4
With 3 days of hitchhiking done and 3 more to go we were exactly half way this morning. The atmosphere at breakfast was really good. I think the amount of food really contributed to that and the fact that most people got a decent night of sleep. And also the camping was really nice right on the river and with a pool as well. This time there was no party until 4am… Though we're not quite sure until when the party did last.. See Charlotte has the same gift as…Read More
Barcelona Express – day 3
Last night we spent the night in a fort. In my previous blog I already wrote about it… but I hadn't been able to show the video that I made when it got dark and a party was launched in the fort…. What a magical place aye? So this morning we woke up hearing a lot of confusion around us. We were given information that we breakfast was at 9:00 and the start of todays stage at 10:00. We had set the alarm for 08:00 given us plenty of time…Read More


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Today was my third day of maternity leave, and even though I tried not to, I really thought Baby Scone would be here by now.
I was so exhausted, mentally, emotionally, and physically, when I left work on Friday, that I was actually hoping for a day or two to myself, just to sleep and clean and organize. Monday flew by–a doctor's appointment, I'm still coaching, so I went to practice, did some writing, organized things… Tuesday, my mom and I went for a nice walk by the beach, it was Nick's birthday, so I went all-out making a nice dinner. And then today. It was raining and cold when I woke up. I zipped around prepping for Thanksgiving in the morning, and then feeling kind of wiped out, settled in for a rainy afternoon.
And then I started to get really sad.
Every year since 2000 (my freshman year in college), my dad and I have run a local 5 mile Turkey Trot. There have been years when I was in pretty good racing shape and ran myself into an exhausted stupor at the race. Other years, I was more excited about the breakfast afterwards, but regardless, there has not been a year in the past 14 when I haven't run as hard as I could, on the given day, on Thanksgiving morning. My high school coach works at the finish line, friends I haven't seen in years show up on the starting line, and whether it's an icy 20 degree morning or a weirdly humid 60 degree morning, I start the day doing something I love. For the past several years, we've had a family pasta dinner the night before including our close friends. The pasta dinner goes back well before I'd even met Nick, and has covered years that ran the gamut from lonely to joyful and everything in between.
In what I'm just beginning to understand is not in the least unusual for parents, my mom and dad are selflessly walking the race with me tomorrow. Nick and my brother are racing. This year, it didn't work out to have a pasta dinner. My family was picking up my brother at the airport, our friends have a lot going on right now, I have virtually no appetite…. For a while this afternoon, I tried to tell myself it was nice not to be humming with the adrenaline of pre-race excitement, but by dinner time I was feeling pretty down. I love routine and tradition, and when I heard my parents and brother in the car on the way home from the airport, all on speaker phone, I suddenly felt so sad about the ways this year will be different–no wine while we wait for dinner to cook, no pre-race nerves, no falling asleep at my parents' house so we'll all be ready to go early in the morning–even though I know that the reasons for these differences are wonderful and joyful.
I did cry a little. Because I miss the pain of racing, and the satisfaction it brings. Because I'm a little bit scared about labor, and if I think about missing pain too much I realize I probably have plenty of Turkey Trots worth of pain in store for me very soon. I miss my friends who are busy and am afraid that having children will put a chasm between me and people I love who don't. But, then, I started thinking about Thanksgiving.
I've had Lawrence Ferlinghetti's "I am Waiting" stuck in my head ever since I showed my students a video from last year's Poetry Out Loud competition. Probably because I feel engaged in the most epic waiting of my life. After my tears, though, I tried to borrow the rhythm of the poem and repeat the line "I am Thankful."
I am thankful for parents who love me unconditionally. Never has either of my parents made me feel they wished I were anyone other than who I am (stubborn, sometimes ornery, weird, obsessive, occasionally myopic, a girl, a runner, a writer…) I truly hope I can be anywhere near the kind of parent that I have. I don't have a list of things "I'll never do." I want my home to be as full of love and nurturing and adventure as the one I grew up in. This fall, both of my parents have changed their schedules to wait for deliveries at our house so that we could feel more settled by the time the baby does arrive. My mom has met me for walks, helped me organize our new house, listened to my repetitive and often indulgent stream of consciousness about pregnancy. My dad has traveled to Hartford to watch the girls on my team race, and though I know he does love supporting my team, it dawned on me after the first few trips that he was also there for me. Just in case.
I am thankful for my health and Baby Scone's health. This pregnancy has been easy, in spite of the tears and fatigue. Having a little taste of what being anemic or uncomfortable does to my feelings of self-worth has been eye-opening to how deep the connection between physical and mental health is.
I am thankful for my husband. One of the stupid things I've been indulging in while pregnant is reading online message boards about pregnancy. A huge portion of the posts on these boards are from women whose husbands refuse to work, humiliate them about the weight they've gained, are having affairs, or in other ways hugely negative forces. Nick has picked up extra tutoring jobs, assembled more furniture than I realized we owned, broken down garbage bags full of moving boxes, and defended me against my worst critic–myself–on hard nights.
I am thankful for my running family. There are a lot of times when teaching feels like an isolating profession. Despite being around other people all day long, it's easy to feel on the defensive against helicopter parents, administrators with whom you don't see eye-to-eye, and even colleagues who view themselves as part of a different departmental faction. Coaching is different. The girls on the team threw me a baby shower (the pinkest event I've ever witnessed), the boys coach mapped out three different routes from the All State Banquet to the hospital where I plan to deliver, and team parents have offered me rides, given the baby track-themed onesies, and offered words of kind empathy.

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by Paige Wright
When you file a bankruptcy case, an "automatic stay" is put in place that legally protects you from any creditor attempting to collect money from you. The automatic stay prevents creditor from calling yuo on the phone to collect money from you, sending you collection letters, suing you, and initiating or continuing garnishments of wages or bank accounts. Normally, creditors are respectful of the automatic stay and will cease collection efforts as soon as they receive notification of your bankruptcy. But, what happens if a creditor continues to harass you even after your bankruptcy case is filed?
Recently, a Licata Bankruptcy Firm client was continuing to be harassed by a creditor after their case was filed. The creditor was repeatedly contacting the client and threatening to repossess property even after the creditor had been notified of the bankruptcy case filing. The creditor's actions were clearly a violation of the automatic stay and were causing the clients emotional distress.
In order to protect its clients from further harassment, the firm filed a Motion for Sanctions against the creditor. A Motion for Sanctions is a request for the court to enter a judgment against the creditor for violating the automatic stay. In this case, the firm requested that the creditor be required to pay its clients money for continuing to harass the clients after the case is filed and to pay attorney fees associated with the time associated with preparing and prosecuting the motion.
After hearing testimony from the clients and argument from the attorney, a federal bankruptcy judge awarded the clients $1,250.00 for the repeated violations of the automatic stay and $1,000.00 in attorney fees.
Filing bankruptcy will get you a fresh start. No matter how aggressive creditors may be before your case is filed, they can be financially penalized for attempting to collect money from you after your case is filed. If you are being harassed by a creditor or a collection agency, a free consultation will allow an attorney to assess your situation.


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Mikrotik RouterOS IP Address List – Malicious Blacklist Updated.
We have rewritten our Mikrotik RouterOS malicious ip address list import script for Mikrotik RouterOS ip firewall. Now included is blocklist.de and malc0de. Along with dshield and spamhaus drop and edrop blacklists. If you have been using our malicious blacklist you will need to update your firewall rules to reflect the changes.
We update every 30 minutes, and therefore we recommend that you set your scheduler for 30 minute update intervals when updating this blacklist to ensure the most recent data is loaded in your routers.
Suggested IP Firewall Rules An example.
ip firewall raw add chain=prerouting dst-address-list="sbl dshield" action=drop comment="sbl dshield"
ip firewall raw add chain=prerouting dst-address-list="sbl spamhaus" action=drop comment="sbl spamhaus"
ip firewall raw add chain=prerouting dst-address-list="sbl blocklist.de" action=drop comment="sbl blocklist.de"
Please examine the blacklists and note that we arent adding any firewall rules with our blacklists, instead, we have simply formatted them so that all they do is import the address lists, which respects your freedom to choose how you should best apply these lists in your own firewall.
Credit to the professionals and original authors of the source blacklists, whom we should thank for their personal time and effort making this data available. They have made these data feeds available to the public free of charge, and therefore, so shall we.
A note for anybody who was using this blacklist before June 6 2017:
We also changed the names of the existing address lists to make things less cluttered. So you will need to make the change entries listed above to continue using the blacklist effectivly. As a courtesy we have included a few lines to remove the old address lists, which we will leave for the next week while your systems pull the new updates.
Thank you and we hope you enjoy the improved malicious ip blacklists for Mikrotik Routeros firewall.
Update: Malc0de REMOVED due to high fp and lack of concern from the publisher.


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Saturdays from fritha on Vimeo.
Just a little video of our Saturday just gone, it was simple and perfect. We got to Sunday evening and I suddenly realised 'Tom! We haven't had argued once all weekend! ;) must be all the sun hey?
I've been thinking for a while about putting more videos on here. So far I have posted two before, a meme and a giveaway. I sounds about 5 years old in each. It's a curse, I swear no one can ever take me seriously, although why should anyone take me seriously anyway? Being serious is no fun.
What do you think? More video or not?


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Wireless Sensors, The Internet and Big Brother
Once again, Big Brother is on the march. This time with cameras and
sensors that are connected by wireless internet, enabling more and more
areas to be monitored without having to run clumsy wires and cables all
over the place.
If there's power available, ten you can put these sensors and cameras
in. For that matter, it would be a good idea to remember that batteries
ain't what they used to be, now they're rechargeable and last a lot
Sensors Extend Internet's Reach
LOS ANGELES (AP) – To the untrained eye, the sleek, airy building
constructed atop a decommissioned nuclear reactor at the University of
California, Los Angeles could pass for high-tech office space.
A closer inspection of the glass-and-steel facade reveals dozens of
miniature, low-resolution cameras and sensors. They're wirelessly
linked to computers throughout the 6,000-square-foot space, keeping
tabs on traffic flow in public areas and monitoring temperature,
humidity and acoustics.
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Poland's Stoch gets 2nd ski jump World Cup win of season
WILLINGEN, Germany (AP) Kamil Stoch of Poland won a ski jump World Cup event Friday for his second victory of the season.
The two-time Olympic champion soared 147.5 meters with his first jump and 142.5 with his second for a total of 276.6 points, beating Slovenia's Peter Prevc by 14.3 points. Prevc had jumps of 139 and 144 meters.
Severin Freund produced the longest second jump, 146 meters, to clinch third place after jumping 135.5 with his first. The German finished half a point behind Prevc.
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Stefan Kraft still leads the standings after placing seventh. The Austrian has 1,043 points, ahead of Prevc on 1,004 and compatriot Michael Hayboeck on 886.
Stoch, who missed the first nine events, is 11th with 450 points.


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How to move HDFC Bank Current Account from one branch to another
So I moved my Private Limited company's Current Account from one branch of HDFC bank to another, within the same city. This was my own experience so yours will vary depending upon many factors.
Step 1: I applied & filled a form, with an application on company letterhead for account shifting at the desired new branch in 1st week of December 2017. I was told next an email will be sent to old branch, they will approve the transfer & then after only a few days the process will be complete.
Step 2: More than 2 weeks went by without any updates, I was told old branch has not approved the transfer yet so I had to personally call & speak with manager of old branch & request him to approve the account transfer.
Step 3: Got word that old branch has approved the transfer, now its a matter of just a few more days.
Step 4: 3 more weeks went by, now we are in 1st week of January 2018 without any progress, account is still with old branch. New branch staff said delay is due to annual closing & I'm asked to wait a few more days.
Step 5: In the 2nd week of January 2018 I emailed HDFC Customer Care, they took my complaint & asked for 5 days of time to revert back/resolve the case.
Step 6: Received call from new branch staff after 2 days of lodging the complaint, they asked me for my Debit Card number that is linked to the Current Account as it needs to be transferred to new branch as well. And I was told it will be done in next 2/3 days.
Step 7: On the 3rd day which is the last day of 5-day time asked by HDFC Bank Customer Care, I received call & email from new branch staff informing me that my Current Account has been transferred. It was the end of 3rd week of January 2018.
This was supposed to be an automatic process after the customer applied with form & required documents, but as with most things here I had to personally take responsibility & intervene, call, request various people from both the branches to get this done after spending 7 weeks of time.


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While it has long been known that bonobos engage in homosexual acts, much less is known about the behaviours of other Great Apes.
Now, for the first time, homosexual behaviour between female gorillas has been documented by an Australian scientist.
While conducting a study on the feeding ecology of Rwanda's mountain gorillas, Associate Professor Cyril Grueter from the University of Western Australia saw homosexual behaviour between females and decided to investigate further.
[The first recorded homosexual activity among female gorillas [Image: Associate Professor Cyril Grueter, UWA]
After studying 22 gorillas, Professor Grueter found 18 engaged in homosexual activity of some kind.
Several theories were tested, including asserting dominance, making up after a fight and strengthening social bonds, but none seemed to fit.
"So a more prosaic explanation was considered - that homosexual behaviour reflects elevated arousal, as there was evidence that homosexual behaviour was more frequent at times when females also engaged in heterosexual copulations," said Professor Grueter.
"My impression is that these females derive pleasure from sexual interaction with other females."
This theory is in line with Professor Grueter's observations of females directing their sexual advances to other females after the male showed no interest, so females served as an alternative outlet for their libido.
The research has been published in PLOS ONE Journal.


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- Game venues can only be approved for league play if they comply with the requirements specified in the official IIHF Rule Book as well as the guidelines issued by the ÖEHV and ERSTE BANK Eishockey Liga.
The approval of a game venue represents the acceptance of that venue in terms of playing requirements, but not in terms of security requirements. This approval of a game venue for league play does not establish any liability on the part of the ERSTE BANK Eishockey Liga or ÖEHV vis-à-vis the event organizer or third parties.
- Any and all behavior which endangers the safety or security of the persons involved in the event or of the spectators is prohibited.
- In general, it is the event organizer's responsibility to ensure the security of all persons involved. Agreements with the owner or operator of the game venue will remain unaffected by these provisions.
- In coordination with the ÖEHV, the ERSTE BANK Eishockey Liga may conduct inspections of the game venues approved for league play and impose requirements.
§ 6 Game Venues
- Parent Category: Fundamental Rules
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San Francisco Health Plan
San Francisco, California | interiors & workplace, technology & corporate
San Francisco, California | interiors & workplace, technology & corporate
With a rapidly expanding employee base, San Francisco Health Plan needed to move into larger offices quickly, and decided to take the opportunity to deploy a tenant improvement that supported a shift toward a greater ratio of open workspace to private offices.
The 46,760-square-foot commercial office design focuses on creating a light-filled open office plan supported by enclosed offices, meeting spaces, huddle zones, phone rooms, and a training room. Fully adjustable work stations provide flexibility. Throughout the space, beginning with the reception area, photo murals of San Francisco vistas paired with inspirational quotes express SFHP's regional and humanizing focus. Working closely with SFHP's Facilities Program Manager, RMW was able to provide a successful fast-tracked design that met a restricted budget while meeting needs for varied work tasks and styles.
An open office environment takes advantage of window walls on both sides of the building, giving views all the way across the floor plate.
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Stinger Suits: Is it Ever Okay to Wear a Lycra Onesie?
You may be wondering what on earth this ridiculous fashion item has to do with Tropical North Queensland but as the locals know, there are a lot of very good reasons for wearing onesies outside the home.
The North Queensland version of a onesie is the stinger suit. They are full-length one-piece lycra suits with a hood and gloves that cover your whole body except for your face.
They are oh-so-practical, but to be honest, even Australian beauties like Miranda Kerr would be struggling to pull off the look.
While they come in many different colours, none of them come close to being cool or glamorous. You won't see these onesies gracing the fashion pages of magazines but, despite this, you should definitely wear one.
so why do we wear them?
There are a lot of very important reasons for embracing the stinger suit look:
- Late October to May is stinger season in North Queensland (including as far south as the Whitsundays). At this time of year the deadly box jellyfish inhabits the waters along the coast and stinger suits provide protection against their venomous stings.
- For an added bonus, stinger suits also protect you against the harsh tropical sun. This is especially important when snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef as sunburn on the backs of your thighs can be a painful reality.
- If you are wearing a brightly coloured stinger suit whilst snorkeling off the back of a boat, it also makes it very easy for the tour operators to spot you and send help if you've swum too far away.
- They are a lot easier to get on than a wet suit!
how good is the protection against jellyfish?
These ultra light-weight lycra suits are made from breathable fabric that doesn't absorb water. They basically provide a layer of second skin, which is not recognisable to jellyfish.
When a jellyfish's tentacles touch the lycra suit it doesn't perceive the person wearing it to be an animal, marine creature or human.
In other words it won't consider you a threat and release venom from its tentacles as it brushes past.
Unfortunately, jellyfish are very hard to see under water so a stinger suit covering most of your body is a very safe and wise choice, even if you do look pretty silly.
how ridiculous are they?
Very. But the one saving grace is that most other people around you will be wearing one too.
There is safety in numbers and it does not matter what body shape you have, stinger suits are the great equaliser. At the end of the day, jellyfish stings and sunburn are simply not worth making a fashion statement over, so wear a onesie and stay safe!
travel nq fast facts:
- All Great Barrier Reef tour operators provide stinger suits to tourists as part of their package
- Wet suits also protect against jellyfish stings
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By now the tale of Tim Thomas is well known to hockey fans. Overlooked, under appreciated, often undervalued and constitutionally incapable of giving up. Well, the Flint Michigan boy has made good. Real good. That may make this the most interesting season of his career for observers.
After all, what does he have left to prove? He's picked up not one but two Vezina trophies in three years. He owns a Jennings Trophy. He snatched up the record for post season saves this spring. He played in the Olympics he's practiced in the Lake Placid Olympic facility where his dream was born. He's got his name on the Stanley Cup. And the list of honors wouldn't be complete without noting he got the Conn-Smyth which isn't just an award for being the best goalie, but th best of all the players in the post season.
With all that accomplished many will wonder how he motivates himself this year. Its pretty simple, despite having topped all the levels of success he dreamed of, there are still a few questions left. There are still a few things he can do. The most obvious is punch a sure ticket into the hall of fame. Sure, Chris Osgood is likely to get in so how hard can it be? That said Tim Thomas has yet to hit 200 career regular season wins. He hasn't yet had a 40 win season either. By some quirk of fate he does have a chance to hit both marks this season. He could even, at least in theory improve upon last seasons save percentage. Another statistic he could stack up is shutouts. He's not yet finished a season as the shutout leader.
This season, Tim Thomas is just one of the stories PuckSage.com will be following and updating throughout the hockey year.


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If there's one thing that's consistent about Red Bull Joyride each year, it's that it always brings out the best from the riders. It's the biggest event of the year after all.
The field that will fight it out at Crankworx this year is insane. It's so strong it could probably break a Nokia 3310. And that means that picking an outright winner is near enough impossible.
That's why we've put together this short guide to just some of the key figures that will be stomping it on Saturday. Any one of these guys could take the win…
Brandon Semenuk
Brandon Semenuk is the hometown hero, king of the freestyle world and defending champion when things kick off in Whistler.
The Canadian first tried to qualify for Joyride when he was 14, and although he failed on that attempt, two years later he managed to podium at just 16 years old. This guy is insane.
Semenuk went on to win his first Crankworx title in 2011 and doubled his title count at the event last year. He's won the entire FMB tour title twice already, and this is his turf.
Why He'll Win It: He knows what it takes to win it. Brandon will be the first person to ever win three Crankworx titles if he does come out on top, and it'll be no surprise to anyone if he's the victor.
Brett Rheeder
The showdown between Brett Rheeder and Brandon Semenuk is one of the main reasons we've been losing sleep in excitement for Joyride.
Brett laid down the gauntlet when he won the first ever mountain-bike slopestyle at the X-Games last summer, but an injury shortly after this meant he was unable to build upon the win.
This didn't prove to be a problem though – after getting back on his bike this season, Brett took back-to-back slopestyle wins at Monster Energy's City 8 in Quebec and the Colorado Freeride Festival.
Why He'll Win It: He's in the in-form man. Brett's been riding fluently and ferociously, and he's got a huge shot at the top spot.
Nicholi Rogatkin
In Nicholi Rogatkin you've got a man with an endless bag of tricks. His signature 'cash roll' is seriously one of the sickest we've seen in recent years.
The American rider holds the record for being the youngest person to ever pull a 360 double whip, a 360 backflip or a double backflip – the latter of which he stomped when he was 13.
Rogatkin made his mountain biking freestyle debut last year in Colorado, finishing sixth in his first event. This year, he's already won 26TRIX in Austria, and plenty of folk fancy him to be at the head of the sport in the future.
Why He'll Win It: Nicholi goes big everywhere he goes. With the cash roll and an endless amount of crazy tricks in his bag, he's always got a chance.
Anthony Messere
British Columbia born Anthony Messere arrived on the scene in 2011 when he hit a crazy hip air and took third place. He was 15 years old.
The Canadian kid would progress to the point where he picked up the win at Crankworx Les 2 Alpes this year, meaning he'll go into Joyride leading the ranks in the Diamond Series.
He's got style and loves to show it off, and win or not, he's great to watch.
Why He'll Win It: Anthony shreds hard and flies high. He's shown that he has the fluency and consistency to win on the big stage, and Crankworx Whistler is the biggest of them all.
Thomas Genon
The great thing about Crankworx Whistler is that it's the kind of place where names can be made.
Thomas Genon is a walking example of this – he arrived as a relatively unknown Belgian in 2012 and left with the winner's cheque and a spot on the Red Bull riders team.
He's also already won four times this year, and came second at Crankworx Les 2 Alpes, so he's coming into Joyride hot.
Why He'll Win It: He's done it before and he loves to shine when the world is watching. There's a lot of good memories in Whistler for Thomas, and with him riding so sweetly just now, he's got a good shot at glory again.
Update: English rider Sam Pilgrim and Greg Watts will now miss out this year, and they've been replaced in the ranks by Simon Pages and Carson Storch!
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text: Hermes Hotel is situated in a quiet, unspoiled and picturesque area, 5 minutes from Mykonos town. The breathtaking scenery of the white-coloured houses with the sensational view of the sea and the surrounding islands blends in the most harmonious way with the arched emerald pool , easing your senses under the cloudless Greek sky. Simple shapes that follow the chaste touch of traditional lines and soft colour brushstrokes inspired by the scenery that surrounds it, perfectly mingle with the unconstrained vitality of the glowing sun and the sapphire sea. The epitome of comfort and in ornate luxury, the unbroken view of the crystal Aegean waters, the whisper of the sea breeze, the echo of the scenic country that lies in front of your eyes, compose a magical stay.


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But what has puzzled Dr Frieman and her team was the discovery of "unaccountable" medieval activity on the same site.Many ancient barrows and other monuments long retained their uncanny associations. At such places one might encounter the wee folk, ghosts, demons, or the devil himself. So it is hardly surprising that people might have returned to them to carry out sacrificial rituals.
She said: "The site has thrown up a big mystery for us because we found what we believe is an entire - albeit crushed - medieval pot from the 12th or 13th century AD, carefully placed under a couple of layers of flat stones. It had some cooked food remains adhering to it and we don't know what it's doing there or why.
"Hundreds of years after the barrow was built, someone from the 12th or 13th century came back to this site and dug into it to bury this pot.
"At that stage there were two local monasteries in view of this site, as Looe Island was a satellite monastery of the Glastonbury Abbey, so it would be very strange to have non-Christian activity on this site.
"The evidence looks quite ritualistic, but what the ritual was, we don't know."
As to Cornish people carrying out pagan rituals near a monastery, well, I'm certainly not surprised.


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For the past 60 years the Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) has been helping young people on their path to adulthood. It is one of the world's leading youth achievement awards. At a time when the world is competitive and uncertain, giving your kids a full set of tools is paramount! The Duke of Edinburgh's Award challenges young adults to push themselves in ways which are enjoyable and fulfilling. It can make a difference in so many ways; in further education, the work place and most importantly in themselves! The DofE is recognised and highly thought of by business leaders and leading authorities worldwide. It really can give participants something different to offer and help them stand out!
93% of participants feel that the programme has helped them to work in a team while 84% believe that they have become more responsible.
Participants can take part in three levels of the Award: Bronze, Silver and Gold. Each of these levels are split into four sections:
- Volunteering gives young people the chance to make a difference to people's lives while developing skills they may not even know they had! It also allows participants the opportunity to be involved in something which is important to them, from sharing a love of reading by teaching children to read at the library to beach cleans at their local beach.
- The Physical Section aims to encourage participants to take part in a physical activity: running, hockey, yoga, water polo, ultimate Frisbee, slacklining – you name it! Physical activity improves health and fitness, is great fun and can be a way of meeting new people and developing a passion.
- Participants must also complete a Skills section. Developing skills gives young people confidence in their abilities – and you never know where those weird and wonderful skills will come in useful in later life! Participants can work on pretty much anything in this section, from learning to drive to becoming a yoyo extraordinaire.
These three sections must be done for at least an hour a week for varying lengths of time depending on which level of the award is being undertaken.
- Finally, participants must complete an Expedition (varying lengths depending on Award level). This gives participants the opportunity to have an adventure! Not to mention encouraging them to work as a team, act on their own initiative and develop a whole host of other skills.
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Officials with LOTTO MAX announced Friday they will be allowing the amount of their biggest jackpots to grow to $70 million and are adding a Tuesday draw each week, along with the regular Friday draw.
The $70-million figure would be the largest jackpot in Canadian history.
The new Tuesday draws will begin May 11, next year.
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Simisola, the second studio album from pop chanteuse, Simi, and first with her present X3M music management is a delightful, carefully processed record that serves as the perfect showcase for the singer's impeccable vocals and impressive songwriting.
On stage, Simi may come across as awkward and painfully shy. She may constantly draw the ire of the fashion police with her left of field fashion choices, but in the studio as Simisola demonstrates, she is in charge and as close to a superwoman as one can expect.
Which is not to say that she isn't human. There is plenty of that on offer. The opening salvo, Remind Me is a call for self-reflection that takes its source from the spiritual element. The piano chords come first, and then Simi's syrupy sweet voice layers itself like water for chocolate. She laments the ways in which human beings seem to have forgotten how to love one another unconditionally and calls for a refocus of priorities.
This is immediately followed by the groovy highlife guitar strings of Joromi. Simi makes the subtlest of nods to Sir Victor Uwaifo before reclaiming the title as a subtle feminist manifesto. Joromi is the name of the slow coach of a guy whom Simi has mad love for and she isn't afraid to shoot her shot. So Joro baby take my number/You know you can call me later/Me I want to be your lover/So baby call me later, she demands unabashedly in the chorus before closing with a melodious guitar riff. It is a breezy confection of a song that is matched decidedly by other gems on the record.
The first half of Simisola plays like a dream with each track delivering the aural goods. From Sir Uwaifo to Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey, Simi's influences are rich and textured. Aimasiko is a highlife tune of submission to the will of good that latches on to your memory and never quite leaves till you have memorized every line and every drum lick.
Complete Me and Gone for Good are perfect showcases for Simi's leisurely drawl. While the former can be grouped in the category of silly love songs, the latter is definitely another sad but triumphant love song. Both are terrific. Original Baby is a kiss off to the Internet dissenters who do not quite understand why Simi isn't packaged as the perfect pop kitten. She recognizes her clumsiness and awkwardness and advocates being comfortable in one's own skin.
The middle of the record sags a bit with the double bill of One Kain, a clumsy take on teenage infatuation and the supper sappy goo of Take Me Back, the mandatory duet with her romantic and creative partner, Adekunle Gold.
Things pick up again with the highlife swirl of O wa n'be in which Simi sends up Yoruba party culture and casts herself as the ultimate party animal. Angelina is Simi's own Jolene, only reimagined as a light reggae lilt, but our girl isn't as powerless as the narrator in Dolly Parton's classic. Simi asserts herself and makes it quite clear she isn't standing for any more of that nonsense.
The last act of the record consists of previously released gems, Smile for Me, Love Don't Care and the underappreciated Tiff.
It isn't every time that a pop record arrives that is accessible, enjoyable and exquisitely packaged as Simisola. The songwriting, mixing, production, vocals, everything adds up to a complete whole. Simi is clearly the real deal. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.
Album Name: Simisola
Artist: Simi
Year: 2017
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Over the past few years, NVMe drives have been gradually increasing their place in the storage market. The main reason for this is how drastically they improve the storage I/O path, which can significantly improve overall system performance. The Toshiba OCZ RD400 is OCZ's first NVMe SSD targeting the consumer demographic, specifically enthusiasts and gamers. Casting a wider net, the RD400 also includes an M.2 PCIe adapter for those desktop PCs that do not have an M.2 slot.Read more
April 2nd, 2015 by Adam Armstrong
Intel SSD 750 Review
The Intel 750 series is a high performance SSD with NVM Express technology for use in workstations and client PC storage devices. It is designed for improved multi-core platform performance, low latency and Quality of Service. Through the use of its coupled PCIe and NVMe technology, it minimizes idle processor time while delivering a significant improvement in compute power. The 750 series comes in both 2.5" (which uses the SFF-8639 connector), 15mm Z-height, and Add-in Card (AIC) models in order to maximize its usability for specialized environments. Although there are limited use cases for the NVMe 2.5" form factor at the moment, there are systems coming out for client use that support it as the next generation of high performance storage where PCIe cards may be limited by footprint.Read more
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OCZ RevoDrive 350 PCIe SSD Review
The OCZ Storage Solutions RevoDrive 350 is the latest edition of its RevoDrive family of enthusiast PCIe SSDs. The RevoDrive 350 is redesigned from the ground up with updated drivers to enable maximum performance and efficiency as well as taking advantage of new hardware design. The RevoDrive 350 is a PCIe integral storage solution, which is often used by creative professionals, enthusiasts and others who are looking to get around bandwidth limits that face traditional SSDs (i.e. 6Gb/s). We reviewed its predecessor--the OCZ RevoDrive 3 X2--a few years ago and were incredibly impressed with the results. We expect more of the same with the OCZ RevoDrive 350 drives (and then some!), as the 350 is specced to boast read speeds upwards of 1800MB/s, writes of 1700MB/s and 4K random write IOPS of 140,000 for the 480GB/960GB models. These quoted numbers by OCZ are by in large the fastest seen we've seen yet for any client PCIe SSDs from any brand of consequence, setting a new bar for performance.Read more
December 24th, 2012 by Kevin OBrien
OWC Mercury Accelsior PCIe SSD Review
The OWC Mercury Accelsior is a PCIe SSD designed for the enthusiast and creative professional market who crave the fastest storage available within a client workstation. OWC uses a unique design, essentially leveraging a PCIe PCB with two host slots for their gumstick-shaped SSDs and a management controller that ties the drives together. The architecture itself isn't novel, but OWC's implementation is, using in-house components and engineering to make the Accelsior come to life. OWC also provides options for the user which are unique. By default the drives ship in a RAID0 configuration which offers throughput around 800MB/s; users also have ability to switch to RAID1 for data redundancy, or JBOD mode to access the individual drives.Read more
November 7th, 2011 by Charles Jefferies
OCZ RevoDrive Hybrid Review
The OCZ RevoDrive Hybrid is new entry for OCZ in the growing caching storage segment. The main thrust of caching is to get SSD speeds over the span of a larger capacity hard drive. With the RevoDrive Hybrid, OCZ is attempting to accomplish this goal by delivering a single integrated solution of a 1TB hard drive, 100GB caching SSD and software from NVELO on a PCIe board that's easy to install.Read more
October 28th, 2011 by Kevin OBrien
OCZ RevoDrive 3 X2 Review Update
Over the summer we reviewed a pre-production version of the 480GB OCZ RevoDrive 3 X2 SSD. Even though the hardware and firmware were not final builds, the RevoDrive 3 X2 was still incredibly impressive, given the speedy PCIe interface and four SandForce SF-2281 processors. We've finally been able to log enough time with the production version of the RevoDrive 3 X2 and our excitement over the platform has done nothing but grow. In fact, the performance of the card rose so signficantly that we had to adjust the scale of our benchmark charts to compensate.Read more
October 4th, 2011 by Kevin OBrien
OCZ RevoDrive Hybrid First Thoughts Review
OCZ recently announced availability of the 1TB RevoDrive Hybrid, which marries a 1TB 2.5" hard drive with a 100GB OCZ SSD and caching software to deliver SSD like speeds across the larger storage volume. The hybrid idea of course isn't new, Seagate's Momentus XT has shipped over one million units and there are several client and enterprise solutions that use a combination of hardware and software to accomplish similar goals. OCZ's going for simplicity though, a self-contained solution that is easy to set up and leverages the PCIe interface to deliver reads up to 910 MB/s, writes of 810 MB/s and 4KB random write IOPS of 120,000.Read more
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OCZ RevoDrive 3 X2 480GB Review
When it comes to desktop-based high-performance storage, to get to the bleeding edge there are certain limits you have to work around. A single SATA SSD, no matter how fast it is, will be held back by the 6.0Gb/s bandwidth. To get around this, many opt for the PCIe interface, either by using a RAID card with multiple drives grouped together or a PCIe integral storage solution. Today we look at the latter option with the latest in OCZ's RevoDrive family of enthusiast SSDs, the RevoDrive 3 X2. Incorporating four SandForce SF-2281 processors and 480GB of tier one NAND flash; the OCZ RevoDrive 3 X2 drives read speed up to 1500MB/s and writes of 1250MB/s and 4K random write IOPS of 200,000.Read more


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Regardless of your age, enrolling in driving school gives you either an opportunity to learn how to drive or a chance to relearn some tips and tricks that you may have forgotten over the years. After some time spent in the classroom, you'll get a chance to sit behind the steering wheel with a trained instructor and navigate your way through the streets of your city. During this phase of your training, it's important to not only obey the rules of the road, but to also keep a sharp eye out for any obstacles that could threaten your safety. Here are some specific things to watch for.
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When you drive in a city, you'll frequently see vehicles that are registered to a local car-sharing service. These vehicles are rented on a short-term basis by people who do not have their own vehicles. The concern with these vehicles is that many of their drivers can be inexperienced, given their lack of regular driving. This could mean that a driver forgets to check his or her blind spot or signal before merging, for example. When you see such a vehicle, it's a smart idea to give it ample space, whether you're beside it or behind it.
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Distracted drivers are a legitimate threat on the road, and while you can't always spot one, there are many instances in which you can tell someone isn't paying attention. As you drive along, keep a watchful eye out for someone holding a cellphone to his or her ear; this can indicate that the person is immersed in the conversation and might not have his or her full attention on the road and the traffic. You should also look out for drivers who are looking down toward their laps; this suggests that a driver is texting or otherwise using a cellphone, which means that he or she isn't driving safely.
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It's also useful to keep an eye out for construction zones, given their potentially unpredictable nature. Drivers may need to decelerate quickly based on a flag person holding a "Slow" sign, or there may be a sudden need to change lanes because of a lane closure. Even if you're comfortable with spotting these changes and adjusting accordingly, not every motorist around you can necessarily be trusted. Get into the habit of keeping a distance between you and other vehicles as you approach and enter construction zones.
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After trying in vain to fix my car for a few months, I realized that I needed to hire a professional. I was tired of dealing with repairs that I was unfamiliar with, and I knew that I needed to get some help. I started looking around for a great auto mechanic, and even though one business was more expensive than others, I decided to work with them. They worked hard to fix my car, and I was really pleased with how great of a job they did. This blog is all about investing in proper auto service so that you don't have to deal with problems in the future.


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Hamlet of Radway
Located approximately 40 minutes northeast of Edmonton, drop into Radway for some history and for some great music festivals.
ATTRACTIONSWooden country grain elevators are a rare site on the prairie landscape today. See the last of 5 grain elevators that once marked the skyline of Radway. The 1929 Krause Grain Elevator is being restored by the Radway & Area Historical Archives Association. Call 780-736-3542 to book a tour.
Always the hub of the community, check out the music festivals and other special events throughout the year at the Radway AgriCentre.
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tie-ins has changed, now that we're six months into the event. It's entirely logical to give up wondering if any given tie-in is relevant to the main book's plot, and just be interested to know if it amounts to anything more than the titular character(s) punching green men in the face. SI: Inhumans #2 unfortunately fails that test, as it spends most of the issue showing off admittedly cool, obscure Super-Skrulls.
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Under David Hine, the Inhumans have seen a fair degree of success with things like Son of M and Silent War, as well as Black Bolt's high profile gig in the Illuminati. They'll presumably continue to enjoy some notoriety next year as an integral piece of Marvel's War of Kings event, which pits them against the X-Men's Vulcan and the Shi'Ar. That makes SI: Inhumans, then, a creature of necessity in building the bridge between where Illuminati #5 left Black Bolt, and where the Inhumans will need to be for the next phase of their story.
The problem lies in the fact that SI: Inhumans is four parts. Ostensibly, the upshot of the whole thing is that Medusa & Friends try to rescue Black Bolt from Skrull custody. It's a premise that can reasonably support two issues. Stretched to four, we've got issues like #2 that are a glorified fight scene, while touching on some key Inhumans characters and interpersonal relationships along the way.
It's certainly a solid effort in that respect, and if you've loved Hine's pseudo-revamp of the franchise, you shouldn't find Joe Pokanski's loyal continuation lacking. Tom Raney's pencils are also on point, and they're some of the cleanest output I've seen from the artist. Some of the Super-Skrull creations are pretty nifty, and the fight scenes are well done. But I have a hard time recommending it to any non-Inhumanitarian. I still can't shake the feeling that the important pieces of the Inhumans story lie elsewhere in the miniseries. Likable filler, but filler just the same.
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If you have never visited their store (200+ stores, actually!), you will be amazed at CSN's selection. They have almost anything you could possibly want. You can get a Dutch Oven, eco-friendly pet products, or gardening essentials (I'd like a composter!). They have toys, furniture, bedding, kitchen gadgets - you name it. Check out their store, www.cookware.com, for salad spinners, kitchen scales, ravioli trays, and dehydrators.
With $40, you could also get a knife set, these two LeCreuset Stoneware Baking Dishes, a eco-friendly grill pan, or a couple of these indoor gardening kits.
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Owning property is an exciting investment opportunity with lots of prospects. It has the potential to transform your life forever. However, this can only be true if you do your homework well. The rule of business states that any investment with the potential to yield high returns also comes with high risks. So you need to take care of the risks to avoid any disappointment. This post will provide some useful landlord advice and information on what to expect on your journey.
Having a general picture of the life of a landlord is a good place to start. It may give you a good idea of what to expect. Erin Eberlin paints this picture for us in the following post:
5 Important Things to Know About Being a Landlord
The life of a landlord involves much more than just collecting rent each month. Successful landlords understand the importance of being educated about the law, being able to get along with many different personality types, and being adaptable to problems that can occur at any time of the day or night. Learn five important things anyone considering a career as a landlord should be aware of.
- Being a Landlord Is Not a 9 to 5 Job
The first thing to know about being a landlord is that most days are more spontaneous than structured. Read more at The Balance…
While being a landlord may not look like your typical job, you will learn a lot from the many adventures you will go through, as well as enjoy some rewarding returns.
As you make your plans to invest in real estate, there are decisions you need to make in a manner that will guarantee demand for your property. The following post offers key insights to implement:
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Wouldn't it be great if becoming a landlord meant all you had to do was purchase an investment property, then sit back and let those monthly rent payments pile up?
Aw snap! Truth be told, the life of a landlord consists of time-consuming legal responsibilities. Fortunately, following the right tips can take much of the stress and work out of your proprietor role. Here Baxton Property Management's top 10 tips to help you feel at home as a new landlord.
Remember, your property is a business, not your home
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So, keep your interior simple and standard, with a neutral background that will suit all tastes — not just yours. Read more at Baxton…
Your decisions at the beginning of your real estate investment have the potential to set you on a path of success, or a very difficult journey. Choose wisely.
There are low moments for any investor and as a landlord, there are scenarios that you would best avoid. Zoe Dare Hall describes them in detail in the following post:
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Here are five factors that can make life horribly difficult for a landlord of a buy-to-let property.
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"All tenants seem lovely at the viewing. It's like a first date. But if you don't check them out properly, it can be the costliest and most painful thing ever," says lettings director Marc von Grundherr at Benham & Reeves.
Besides interrogating the letting agent about their methods for tenant screening, which should include credit checks and comprehensive character and employment references, further insight can be gained from social media. Read more at The Telegraph…
With proper planning and determination, you have every reason to expect the results you have always wanted from your investment.
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Monday, September 6, 2010
Some Twisted winners!
So is everyone ready for another round of winners? I figured that I would get this one up quick rather than make y'all wait again. ;)
Ok, ok... the winner of the Twisted Sisters candies are:
Oleander- Terry
Jessamine- Mette
Caladium- Heidi Brawley
Larkspur- Kim
Azalea- chrilvian
Big congrats ladies! Please email me at email@example.com with your mailing info so that I can get your goodies sent out! :)
And a big thanks to everyone who played along this past week, just an FYI the new stamps are now available in the ATS store! And as a special treat for the holiday weekend, Christine has a 10% off sale going on and all you have to do when you check out is use the coupon code: labor
Later gators!
13 comments:
- ~* steph :) *~ said...
congrats to all the lucky winners :)! hope you're having a great weekend, amy! *hugs* steph :)
- September 6, 2010 at 12:09 AM
- Mette said...
Oh my goodness - I can hardly believe I won one of these gorgeous stamps including all the sweet goodies. Doing the happy-dance with my daughter atm :)). Only 4 to order from ATS now lol.
Thank you so much for the wonderful chance Amy. Hugs, Mette
- September 6, 2010 at 12:13 AM
- Lori said...
Thanks for the fun Amy :)
Love and hugs ~ Lori
- September 6, 2010 at 12:39 AM
- Mette said...
Sent you my snail mail. Not sure if it has arrived. Hugs Mette
- September 6, 2010 at 12:45 AM
- Larisa said...
congratulations to all the lucky winners !!!!!!
- September 6, 2010 at 1:49 AM
- Robin said...
Congrats!! Just bought Jessamine digi and coloured her!! She's fab!!! Robin
- September 6, 2010 at 2:01 AM
- Dragonlady said...
Well done to the winners. I have used my discount already!!!
Hugs Ali x
- September 6, 2010 at 2:50 AM
- angelique (anlou) said...
amy thanks for these candies
and a huge congrats to all the winners
hugs angelique
- September 6, 2010 at 3:03 AM
- Rhonda Miller said...
Congrats to all the winners.
- September 6, 2010 at 8:12 AM
- Sonia said...
Congrats to the Winners!!
- September 6, 2010 at 10:58 PM
- Stamping Cafe said...
Congrats to all the winners, WooHoo!!
- September 7, 2010 at 9:31 AM
- chrilvian said...
woohoo i won
- September 8, 2010 at 12:36 PM
- Kim said...
OMG OMG OMG...I get one of these adorable beauties! I'm soooo excited! Thanks soooo very much Amy!!!! After a LONGGGGG week of classes this is a VERY nice surprise!!!
Hugs~ Kim
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Steel Blue Parkes
NZ $218.50 inc.
Steel Blue Southern Cross Zip: Black
NZ $258.75 inc.
Steel Blue Southern Cross Zip: Sand
Steel Blue Torquay
NZ $309.80 inc.
Brand: Bison
The Bison Duty is an extremely lightweight boot with all the safety features. Comfort is priority with an extra soft, dual density PU sole, shock absorber for heel invigoration and a padded collar for ankle support.
NZ $60.00 inc.
Brand: Blundstone
The Blundstone Workfit lace up series boot offers comfort, shock absorbtion and superior support. A fantastic boot for tradies or contractors on a budget who don't want to sacrifice quality for cost. Boasting a range of features including scuff cap toe protector, a heat resistant sole and full length removable PU footbed the Blundstone Workfit is great for many applications.
NZ $132.25 inc.
Style 991 is part of Blundstone's range of Xfoot™ Rubber Safety Boots. They feature moulded TPU toe guards for added leather protection.
Luxury PU footbed with arch support and the revolutionary PORON® XRD™ to provide extra cushioning and absorption/redirection of shock with every step taken. Also antibacterial, breathable and washable. SPS MAX—PORON® XRD™ in the heel and forepart strike zones for increased shock protection.
NZ $253.00 inc.
Designed to meet the needs of tradies requiring a boot that's easy to get on and off but with the greater ankle support that a lace up provides.
Certified to AS/NZS 2210.3.2009 – Classification I and ASTM F 2413-11 including electrical shock resistance (clause 5.5).
NZ $295.21 inc.
Brand: Grisport
The Grisport Contractor uses the best premium Italian leathers to ensure strength, breathability, comfort and quality. In addition to steel toe protection, the steel midsole prevents foot puncture from nails and other sharp objects, providing added protection to your feet at all times.
NZ $218.90 inc.
This boot is based on Grisport's most popular non-safety boot. Dakar leather, waterproof, Kevlar stitched, Vibram sole, Anti-penetration Midsole and increased slip resistance.
NZ $349.95 inc.
**IMPORTANT: The sizes for this boot are in MENS UK SIZES. To convert to Women's sizes, you will need to go down 2 sizes. If In doubt, ask us and we can help you find the right size.**
NZ $219.89 inc.
Brand: John Bull
New Zealand's trusted and most loved boot. Built tough for local conditions. You can trust John Bull boots to help you get the work done, no matter what your job is. These have all of the features of a Brahman, but in a lace-up with the added comfort of a padded collar and tongue. Also great for tradies, manufacturing and transport, warehousing and seasonal workers.
NZ $113.85 inc.
The John Bull Crow 2.0 has all the features of the Condor but also features a zip side so you can get them on and off with ease. CushionCore sole technology sees two compounds injected into the midsole, one giving superior shock absorbtion at the heel, and the other providing rebound at the forepart as you step.
Suitable applications include: Electricians, Tradies, Transport and Emergency Services and Oil & Gas Industries.
NZ $251.85 inc.
John Bull's most popular lace-up boot. These are your general workhorse boot. The Himalaya can go anywhere and do anything. Revolutionary CushionCore comfort technology absorbs and disperses energy as your heel strikes down while generating rebound at the front of your foot.
Loved by construction workers, general tradies, electricians, landscapers, farmers, and working in the fields of manufacturing, transport, heavy industry, and mining, oil and gas
NZ $215.05 inc.
The Black Mamba is here! Introducing John Bull's newest lightweight safety shoe, with a sleek all-black style, breathable fabric and durable padding.
NZ $147.20 inc.
The John Bull Oryx features CushionCore comfort technology that absorbs and disperses energy as your heel strikes down whilst generating a rebound at the front of your foot. Boasting the revolutionary Boa Lacing System you can easily get your boots on and off and ensure a tight fit. The John Bull Oryx also has a non-metallic penetration resistant insole which resists penetration even by small diameter nails and other objects.
NZ $316.25 inc.
These are perfect if you work in an environment where you like to look good but don't need heavy-duty footwear. They have a steel toe cap and other safety features so you're still protected, and are slip resistant too.
Excellent for tradies, electricians, office/admin workers and those in the transport and warehouse industries.
A no-nonsense boot. Durable yet comfortable, they're perfect for tough conditions. The soles will stand up to extreme heat and are cut and penetration resistant.
If you're a tradie, builder, electrician, landscaper, farmer, or forestry worker, or work in manufacturing, transport, heavy industry, infrastructure or the mining, oil and gas industries – these are your boots.
NZ $230.00 inc.
Brand: Mack Boots
This lace up leather boot provides additional ankle stability at a price point package making it ideal for the apprentices and part timers. The Steel Toecap provides protection while the PU midsole provides shock attenuation helping to fight fatigue at the end of a long day at work. TPU outsole for improved durability and resistance to breakdown compared to conventional dual density PU soles.
NZ $124.99 inc.
Brand: No8
NZ $155.91 inc.
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Brand: Redback
Redback Boots boast the world's finest comfort and have acid, oil and slip resistant hard wearing soles. Redback boots also feature an impact absorbing midsole, shock absorbing heel plug as well as shock dissipating grooves. Intelligent design with technological innovation. Featuring premium full grain leathers, state-of-the art materials and an attention to detail that delivers unsurpassed comfort and durability.
NZ $228.85 inc.
The Rock Rooster Kimberly is a zip sided lace up safety boot made from a wheat coloured nubuck leather. Great for construction workers, contractors, builders and tradesmen.
NZ $126.50 inc.
Brand: Steel Blue
The most popular of the Steel Blue range, the Argyle is a general purpose, 150mm lace-up ankle boot with padded collar and tongue. It also features full-grain Nubuck leather for premium water resistance.
100% comfort guarantee! If you're not happy with your boots within the first 30 days of purchase you'll get your money back. There is nothing to lose by trying Steel Blue.
Stitched with super tough nylon thread, the Steel Blue Argyle Zip is a 150mm zip sided boot with padded collar and tongue. Featuring full-grain waxy premium leather for a high level of water resistance and the patented Tri-Sole Comfort Technology (TCT), this boot is ideal for those such as tilers, dock workers or plumbers.
NZ $247.25 inc.
The most popular of the Steel Blue range with the addition of a bump cap, the Argyle is a general purpose, 150mm lace-up ankle boot with padded collar and tongue. It also features full-grain Nubuck leather for premium water resistance.
NZ $235.75 inc.
The Parkes Zip is a men's 95mm hiker-style lace-up shoe with an industrial grade zipper so you don't have to worry about tying up laces every day. With a new-look scuff cap to increase the longevity of your boots, the Parkes Zip is a popular choice for Warehouse Staff, Construction and Courier Drivers. The boot also features a heat resistant TPU outsole to 130 degrees, a 200 joule safety steel toe cap and premium water resistant leather available in black.
NZ $218.50 inc.
The Southern Cross Zip is a 150mm ankle boot, made from New Zealand leather, with an industrial grade zipper for an easy on/off.
NZ $258.75 inc.
Designed and manufactured to be used as a secondary source of electrical hazard protection, the Steel Blue Torquay is designed to reduce the hazards due to accidental contact with live electrical circuits, electrically energized conductors or parts of apparatus up to 600 volts (AC). The Torquay is to be used in conjunction with primary protective equipment in areas and environments where there is a need to reduce the risk of electric shock due to accidental contact with live electric wires.
** This footwear is not suitable where anti-static properties are needed.
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FAST START: Norse Win Streak Reaches Six, 70-58
IRONWOOD---The Bay College Norse men's basketball team jumped to a 17-0 lead and cruised to a 70-58 win over the Wisconsin-Sheboygan Wombats Sunday afternoon at the Lindquist Winter Classic at Gogebic Community College in Ironwood.
Dre Tuominen scored 19 of his team-high 23 points to lead the Norse to their sixth straight win, after starting the season with three nailbiting losses.
Marcus McKenney added ten points and five rebounds.
Tuominen made all three triples he tried, and he sank all six of his free throw attempts.
The Norse went up against a Wombat line-up that included three men of 6-foot-8 and 6-foot-9. But Bay held its own on the boards, being outrebounded just 53-43.
One of the Sheboygan big men, Alex Antonie, did the most damage, pulling down 18 rebounds to go along with his 11 points. Sheboygan's Julian Jones led all scorers with 28 points. No other Wombat player scored more than five points.
Bay's full-court press defense, implemented for the first time this weekend, forced 24 Sheboygan turnovers. The Norse committed just eleven turnovers.
For the Norse winning streak to continue next weekend, the men will need to knock off a perennial national power in Mott Community College.
Bay will face that Flint-based school as part of a tournament at St. Clair Community College in Port Huron next Friday afternoon. Tip-off is set for 4:00. The game will be broadcast live on WMXG-FM (Maverick 106.3) and on-line at radioresultsnetwork.com. The Norse will then play the host St. Clair team on Saturday at 5:00. Bay's next home game is on Dec. 9 against UW-Fond du Lac.
Click the thumbnails in the ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS box above to see photos and videos, and hear post-game comments from Tuominen and Johnson.


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Patent Process
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), under direction of the Department of Commerce, registers patents for inventions and improvements on inventions. Common processes and general ideas cannot be patented. To register a patent, the inventor must submit a process, article, method, composition, plant or machine that is novel, has some utility or function and has a non-obvious quality to experts in the inventor's field. Inventors must obtain a patent within one year of the initial disclosure of the invention or others can freely use the invention without permission or payment to the inventor.
Design Patents
Most patents assigned by the USPTO come under the heading of design patents. Inventors need not show the invention has any utility when applying for a design patent. This patent category requires only that the object display unique visual characteristics and it must display the design features during use. The USPTO recognized 33 classifications of design patents as of 2012, including edible products, clothing and apparel, household furnishings, tools and hardware, and packages and containers for goods produced for manufacture or sale. Jewelry, photography and optical equipment, games, toys, sporting goods and cosmetics also qualify for design patents. Household items such as washing machines and dryers, lighting, and heating and cooling equipment come within the guidelines of this patent category, as do musical instruments and office supplies, teaching and art materials and fishing equipment.
Plant Patents
Plant patents provide protection to gardeners, plant breeders and growers working to invent or discover cultivated plants, including plants "which are stable and reproduced by asexual reproduction." The patent process for plants requires the inventor to show stability of the plant, and he must take the time to create clones of the plant to demonstrate that the copy has the same characteristics as the original plant. Patent law protects seedlings, hybrids and mutant plants. Examples of plant patents include root cuttings, runners, tissue culture, some seeds, plant layering and plant division. Macro fungi and algae also qualify for this type of patent protection.
Utility Patents
Inventions that use a process or have unique composition of matter qualify for utility patents. Examples of process patents include a copy machine and an ingredient to speed concrete drying. Apparatuses and products also fall under this patent category. A well-known patent demonstrating an apparatus is the artificial heart valve. The microwave clothes dryer holds a utility patent since the microwaving process qualifies as a utility for the manner in which the machine dries clothes, as opposed to the exterior style and decoration of a clothes dryer that holds a design patent. Objects often hold more than one patent protection. Examples of other utility patents include the working components of cell phones, televisions and digital recorders.


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Not to be mistaken with the popular act of a drag queens throwing shade at one another. Reading is actually about books or so I'm told and apparently people do it recreationally.
I know right?! Well I'm not one of them, however I wish I was.
Personally I was never good at it, I know that sounds crazy and you're probably thinking how can one not be good at reading, but it's true! Like most things I think the issues stems from my childhood. Do you remember when your teacher would have made you read aloud in class. . . (shuddering at the thought of it). This was one of my most hated tasks and still to this day I hate it when my name is called on to read something aloud. I know it's a confidence thing and I actually know how to read, but for some reason it just makes me nervous. I know the words but trust me I will manage to say something wrong and look like a complete baboon (ha I was going for buffoon thanks auto-correct).
This is something that happened in Primary Three; yep let's go way back! We had an assignment on dinosaurs and were each given one to talk about. I ended up with the pterodactyl (you go Pink Ranger). At the age of 6/7 you look to your parents for all their wisdom so I turned to my mum for assistance with the pronunciation and being an impressionable child that believes most things your parent says I went with it. Assignment day, sitting there in front of my class reading about my dinosaur I started with 'The pterodactyl is one of the largest flying dinosaurs, it…' I was stopped (really the giggling classmates should have been a clue) but my teacher Mrs Smith came over to me and asked me to read the name again. So I did; there was more giggling. She was not amused, and actually hit me on top of the head saying to read it correctly. So I said it again and she made me get up and leave the room until I stopped messing around. I remember leaving in tears, confused as to why I was shouted at. For any of you that do not know (my mum included) the P in pterodactyl is silent… (I bet you're all saying it the way I said it back then).
Yup I was that guy; I made a fool of myself and ever since then I hated being called on to read. I know it's such a silly thing; I'm an adult but I still just think back to that day. I've never made that mistake again but I still get nervous and muddle words up.
I did go on to get an A in English at GCSE and started AS level English but on the first day of class we were made to read Huckleberry Finn aloud to the rest of the class, I said "screw it' and dropped the course.
It's safe to say that from that day back in Primary Three my love for reading died. Since then I can count on one hand the books I've read for pleasure and actually finished (Skellig, Holes, The Hunger Games trilogy). Sitting here writing this I realise how disgraceful it is to be 29 and having only read 5 books recreationally. It's not that I don't enjoy reading; I do, I can get completely entangled in a story. I don't lack imagination; I can picture the characters, their voices even their mannerisms. One of my favourite books is Of Mice and Men (not classed as a recreational read as it was part of my course in school) which doesn't say much as I haven't read many! It's just that each time I read I started to yawn, I get tired and ultimately need to go to sleep. Now this might be due to the fact that I tend to read at night, but when I'm off work or have free time I'm not free to read, not books anyway. I can spend hours online reading blogs, articles or people's rants on Facebook but the minute I pick up a book it's lights out. I don't know what it is about a novel that does it to me, I have started so many books over the years but just never finished, I find myself counting ahead to the end of the chapter hoping to make it to the next and then I eventually just give up.
Does anybody else have this same issue, and if so can it be cured?
I've done some research online and found that apparently moving your eyes along the page with the words actually uses a lot of energy hence the yawning and tiredness. And you need to train your brain to not be tired, so reading at night is definitely a big no-no for most people. There are exercises you can do to help strengthen your eye muscles and there are even apps that allow you to focus on one part of the page and the words will pass by increasing your reading time and reducing your tiredness and believe it or not they actually work! I was able to read two chapters of American Gods on a bus journey to work which would normally have taken me two (maybe three) nights to get through.
Here's an example of an app below;
ReadMe! Demonstration from ReadMe! on Vimeo.
According to Acceleread I have a reading rate of 186 wpm with a comprehension of 80%. For somebody that doesn't read a lot I think this is pretty good considering the average rate is 200 wmp with a comprehension of 60%. I do read slower but I tend to take in every word I read. Amasingly 1% of the population can read more than 1000 wpm with a comprehension of 85% (War and Peace has 587,287 words in the book, this 1% could read the entire book in less than 10 hours! WTF! Just so you know we all hate you!)
Ultimately my research has indicated that I get bored easily and the books that I'm reading don't interest me enough to stay focused. So I put this out to you all:
What books have you read that would grasp the attention of a person that lacks attention?
At the start of the year I set myself a goal of reading four books. Which is nothing, but compared to my track record it's a big task. I've started three and have yet to finish one. If there's anybody out there that understands my dilemma then please get in touch so we start a "book club", where we watch TV adaptations of books instead of actually reading them. (I'm not holding out much hope for you as if you're like me, I doubt you'll have read this far without drifting off) but one can dream…
As always thanks for reading!


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Bed and Breakfast Odrimont
A unique place in the Ardennes, rest, rest and rest.
In winter you can enjoy cross country skiing in the snow. And enjoy the evening while enjoying a good glass and a good Belgian meal.
The surrounding area is great for walking, cycling and summer skiing
A typical Ardenian decor, warm, lots of wood, intimate and cozy.
Ideal for family events, friends reunions, or just spending a weekend together.
Trekkers hut.
Ideal for cyclists, bikers, hikers, etc. For a very simple overnight stay. Please make use of our delicious shower and toilet room at no additional cost.
Welcome to Odrimont
The house consists of 2 parts, the large house where partially the landlords live, there are 3 rooms with a beautiful bathroom for rent, and the other house consists of 4 rooms, 2-4 persons per room, each with its own toilet and shower .
If you rent the whole house there is an additional bathroom for the lovers, a private kitchen and lounge with TV and a delicious breakfast or dining room, big enough for 10 people, and for the bad days a small library and the large lounge.
- Top location in the Ardennes, lots of views and lots of peace.
- A total of 4 bedrooms, ardeens decorated, attractive but equipped with all modern comfort.
- Each room has a beautiful shower with rain shower, toilet and all in a 18th century building (1794), completely renovated. With 2 internal wood stoves that make it cozy and romantic !!!!!!!
- A TV room for the kids and the people who would like to see all the 70's, 80's and 90's videos.
- A big breakfast and / or dinner room.
- There is free wifi available throughout the property, so also the bedrooms.
- We also have PROXIMUS TV. In the small lounge.
- There is a beautiful barbecue corner, if desired we can take care of a fully equipped barbecue, including drinks etc.
Outdoor air, hiking trails, historic cities, and lots of nature.
Odrimont is a small village, you go for rest, cycling, walking, or culinary experiences. You are not far from the 3 countries point, some bigger places like Houffalize, Rochefort, Durbuy, etc.
A typical Ardennes farm with all comfort, beautifully situated in the spacious landscape of Odrimont.
With 2 living and dining rooms, kitchen with all comfort and a large cozy breakfast room.
All rooms are equipped with lovely showers (rain showers) and toilet. And a bathroom for the bath / shower enthusiasts.
If you rent the Ardenne farm in its entirety, you also have the whole house with all the comforts at your disposal, use the outdoor terrace, barbecue facilities, etc.
Breakfast is then in consultation.
We can also arrange for dinner for the guests, for birthdays or anniversaries or a private party.
The owners are available for explanation, questions and suggestions and would like to welcome you with a delicious glass of Spanish cava.
One suggestion is to make a delicious traditional culinary weekend.
House rules
- Do not smoke
- Not suitable for pets
- Check in time is 16:00 – 18:00
- In principle, we expect several rentals that everyone appreciates the Arden's peace and at 23:00 there is silence unless otherwise agreed
- In case of rental of the entire property, it will be delivered exactly as it has been received.
- We always try to handle hospitality as our strongest asset, including our guests.
Climbing stairs is inevitable – There is a staircase for the bedrooms. See pictures.
Cancel up to 7 days before your trip and get a 50% refund. Cancel less than 7 days before your trip and the reservation is non-refundable.


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If you want an amazing vehicle that will draw everyone's attention to your car, and you live around Drummondville, a Chevrolet is definitely your best option, especially the Camaro. You can find this amazing car at HGregoire, located near Richmond, Sorel and Victoriaville. The famous design of the Camaro was awarded the World Car Design of the Year in 2010, and accelerates in terms of power, while still maintaining comfort.
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... is that you get to create unique and special gifts that generate smiles :) C'mon - who doesn't break out into a spontaneous grin when the recipient of your latest creation says thank you? Well, I did today when Lisa's fiance texted me to say, Many thanks for my Batman and Spiderman pants bag! It's fab! Just need some Batman & Spiderman pants now! :)
So, that got me thinking to whose face I want to put a smile on next ... and my new project this week is a lapquilt for Nick's cousin in Harrisburg, PA. Dear Marisa (and Jimmy) got flooded out of their home during the Tropical Storm in September last year, lost everything and are slowly rebuilding a home. I did send a cushion last year (I wasn't very good at making quilts then) but, with the anniversary this month, I really want to make her something more substantial and special.
You may remember, I bought all this fabric a little while back:
You may remember, I bought all this fabric a little while back:
and then did my usual this week of pouring over countless magazines, blogs and blocks books for inspiration. I drew (and discarded) a few of my own patterns and decided to stop planning and just start sewing with a central block. I paper pieced it to give it sharp lines :
and this has finished at 21" ... but I'm stuck now ... what to do next?? All ideas, gratefully received :)


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This is without a doubt my favourite Tapas restaurant in
Another, reason why I like El Pirata is the atmosphere; it is somewhat off the beaten path even though it is in
I went there yesterday with a client for a quick dinner and a bottle of wine. We had:
- Jamon Iberico "patas neras" or black feet; absolutely the top quality dried ham;
- Gambas pil pil, spicy giant prawns very good but not very exciting;
- Calamares Romana or deep fried squid – you gotta have it even if it is pretty dull;
- Croquetas de Pollo or deep fried chicken crockets… he insisted! although they are very good if you like this kind of junk;
- Chulettas or roast lamb cutlets – excellent, thin, crunchy yet moist;
- Fabada a bean stew with chorizo and belly pork, this is an all time favourite;
- Table de Quesos Catalana or cheese board with Catalan cheeses… love their dry manchego style cheese;
- And a couple of bottles of Protos Crianza 2001 to wash it all down with. Actually, at £31 per bottle the Protos is great value for money.
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Sunday, August 11, 2013
Meet Goldie, the Tulsa canine "university ambassador."
Here's video of Tulsa's new canine "university ambassador" Goldie, a five month old golden retriever. Because she's a golden retriever and Tulsa's nickname is the Golden Hurricane. Get it?
Apparently having an living, breathing animal mascot is too good for Tulsa, and it has to give it's new puppy an amazingly embarrassing title. It's not quite the absurdity of Texas A&M giving Miss Reveille the title of Cadet General and having her outrank every Corps of Cadets member at Texas A&M, but it's close.
Okay, the real reason I'm posting this video is because I have one question. If Goldie got knocked by Uga IX, would the resulting mongrel by named Uglie? Inquiring minds want to know.
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Antalya – Turkey
Once seen simply as the gateway to the Turkish Riviera, Antalya today is very much a destination in its own right. Situated right on the Gulf of Antalya (Antalya Körfezi), the largest city on Turkey's western Mediterranean coastline is both classically beautiful and stylishly modern. At its core is the wonderfully preserved old-city district of Kaleiçi (literally 'within the castle'), which offers atmospheric accommodation in the finely restored Ottoman houses on its winding lanes.


text: My name is Brianna (@carbsdontkillmyvibe) and I started my weightloss journey in 2012 after I finished graduate school and realized that I had gained 50lbs! Weighing 187lbs I never exercised, ate tons of fast food, was depressed and unhappy with my body. When I stopped going out and taking pictures because I was so unhappy I knew I had to make a change. I cut out fast food, began eating clean and working out 5x per week. Slowly but surely the weight began to fall off and in 2 years I lost 50lbs! My weight loss has been completely natural as I have never "dieted" or used pills or products to get my results. I think this has been a big part of me being able to maintain my results! Since I have lost the weight I continue to eat clean, workout 5x per week and am now looking into becoming a certified personal trainer so that I can help other people attain their health and fitness goals. Not too long ago I started @carbsdontkillmyvibe as a way to document my weightloss journey and hopefully inspire others to make a healthy lifestyle change!


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Released: 28/06/2015
eISBN: 9781784626006
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If he were still alive today, Robin Hood would be viewed as a threat to the government – a non-violent terrorist. The historical Robin acted within the context of Norman/Saxon Britain; the Robin in this book operates internationally and sees himself as acting for global justice, fairness, and against all governments, companies and individuals who prosper from violent conflict and who violate international agreements on human rights. The Loxley Trust describes the background and actions of a UN commander who is sent to Africa to protect a village, where he is attacked by a well-armed rabble of child soldiers, high on drugs, leaving no opportunity for negotiation. Robin aims to change the world, one by one, but it won't be quick or easy. The Loxley Trust is a political thriller that will foster debate on how we can create a one-world society based upon co-operation between all nations and communities. It identifies the forces that work to halt the creation of a harmonious society and looks at how we can fight against those forces before conflict escalates into violence. This book sheds light on some of the most pressing issues of 21st century – the arms trade, the systemic corruption of the government and the banks and financial institutions that facilitate and profit from each and every transaction. The Loxley Trust is a fascinating read for anyone interested in moving towards 'one world' and celebrating diversity, equality, co-operation and love.
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The Senate passed a bill on Wednesday by a vote of 93 to 1that would give the FDA more power to police pharmaceutical manufacturers. The bill allows the FDA to police drug safety, order changes in drug labels, regulate advertising and restrict the use and distribution of medicines found to pose serious risks to consumers. The bill aimed to fundamentally change the philosophy and operations of the FDA as an agency, requiring it to focus on the entire life cycle of a drug, not just the years before its approval. If passed, the bill requires the government to establish a surveillance system to track the adverse effects of prescription drugs.
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