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The History of Staunton Chessmen
The story of how the Staunton chess set came into being has become something of a legend. Like many legends the true facts are debated and there is more than one version of exactly what happened during those fateful days of 1849. There were three key people involved, Howard Staunton, Nathaniel Cook and John Jaques. Howard Staunton was a prominent chess player at the time, in fact he was considered to be the world's number one between 1843 and 1851. Rumour has it that Howard was becoming increasingly frustrated with the wide variety of chess sets that were being used in tournaments at the time. Russian players would be using native designs where he could barely tell the pieces apart. It was affecting the outcomes of the matches and the time was right for a standard design.
Staunton wrote regular articles in the illustrated London news of which Nathaniel Cook was the editor. Staunton was of course writing about chess and his articles were widely regarded as being an authority on the subject. Nathaniel was the brother in law of John Jaques, the owner of the already long established games manufacturer in Hatton Garden, London. It is still unclear which one of these two men actually came up with the design for the chessmen. Some versions of the story suggest that Nathaniel designed them around prestigious London architecture while others suggest that John designed them around the practicality of mass production. Right now neither story can be confirmed, but its safe to say that between these two men the design was formed.
Howard Staunton thought the design was excellent, Nathaniel asked him to write about it and essentially advertise and promote it in the illustrated London news. Staunton did this and championed the set among the chess playing community. The relationship was of course of mutual benefit, Jaques of London were no doubt delighted to have their new set endorsed and named after the world's top chess player.
On September 29, 1849 the set was made commercially available and through Staunton's endorsement it rapidly became favoured. It was soon adopted as the standard and became immensely popular with thousands of sets being produced and sold. Howard Staunton achieved all he wanted and more with these chess pieces, they are now internationally recognised as the tournament standard.
The Staunton chess pieces were no doubt instrumental in securing long lasting success for Jaques of London. The company remains in business today and is owned and run by direct descendants of John Jaques. They still sell and market assorted versions of the Staunton chess pieces although these days they do not manufacture them. Production is now outsourced to various far eastern countries including India.


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To introduce you to Psychometry we should start with a brief explanation of what it is and what you can do with it so let's get started. Psychometry is the ability to obtain information for an object such as impressions left by the owner or surroundings. There are many opinions as to how or why can this be possible. Some will say it comes form other dimensions such as spirits, others will tell you it is a vibrational imprint of sorts.
Most will accept that a person, for example, has a scent and can be smelled and even tracked by an animal such as a dog. Science tells us that light, color or radio waves vibrate at a particular frequency rate - virtually all things vibrate.
Vibrations such as radio waves are captured and converted into audio frequencies that we can hear. Our eyes capture and convert vibrations or frequency into colors that we can see yellow, red, blue, etc. so information can be obtained. So lets ask ourselves, "Why then, would it not be possible to hold or touch an object and obtain information or leave a vibrational imprint or scent on the object?"
No, we are not radios, in the sense of the word, so how would we obtain that information?
For starters, we have senses such as hearing, seeing, feeling, smelling and tasting. By using these, we can extract information from our surroundings. A good analogy would be pizza. We smell it, we instantly know what it is. And, very likely, this is then confirmed shortly thereafter by sight, taste and even texture - all senses that ultimately confirm "yes, that it is pizza."
So, let me run this by you - have you ever watched a container of water when bumped or sitting near machinery ripple? Depending on the excitable motion around it will make several big or many smaller ripples or vibrations.
Now let us go one step further and ask what the body's volume of water is? Science tells us the answer is somewhere around 90%. Why then, if we are of high volumes of liquid, would we not ripple or vibrate? Now, if we touch or hold an object, would it not transfer that vibration to the object? An object in motion will remain in motion until stopped by an immovable object.
We now know that all things are made from atoms and atoms have components in constant motion, protons, neutrons, etc. Although we perceive mass, such as a table as solid object, in reality it is not. Without scientific tools, we can only sense and perceive with the tools Mother Nature gives us. If I bumped the table with my knee, I would dispute the fact it was not solid.
I guess it is sometimes hard to except what is over what is perceived, but we find ourselves depending on what is perceived to guide our decisions. Ok, if you can accept my attempt to logically approach the possibility of reading the footprint or residue left on an object - how then do we go about extracting it?
First, I think it is a must to place ourselves in a receptive state. In doing this, we must clear our mind and raise our vibration through something like song or meditation. Song. . .sound. . .water. . .ripple. . .vibration? Does this all make some sort of sense with the preceding explanations?
Try Extracting information from a friend or relative - obtain an object. Holding the object or touching it, ask these questions and wait for a few moments for the perceived answer.
1. What do I feel while holding? Happy, Sad?
2. What do I smell? Pizza, ocean?
3. What do I hear? Car, machinery?
4. What do I taste? Coffee, food?
5. What impressions do I get about the owner or surroundings? Tall man, trees?
6. What do I see? Water, birds?
7. What is my general over all impressions? A happy man who loves the ocean and worked on a ship.
Perhaps the man was tall, liked pizza and enjoyed his coffee?
Many find it surprising just how accurate one can be with the first try. But like all, shall I say "skills" . . .you must practice to become proficient. Don't stop. There are many questions that could be asked and many more perceptions can add much more detail to the overall outcome.
Could it be that as we have evolved. . . we tend to rely too heavily on newer technology to guide us in our every day actions and perceptions? Because in the days of yore - when we were hunters and gathers - we had to rely on using our expanded senses to survive. You know, those "gut feelings."
Do they stay with us to some extent? Do we use them from time to time without realizing the "what" or "why" of it all? What do you think?
Light,Love & Laughter
Rev. Tommy Hammerbeck, Sr.
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The prospect of a simple vaccination to prevent cervical cancer has moved a step closer with the publication of positive Phase II trial results on a candidate from Merck & Co, called Gardasil, in the April edition of the medical journal The Lancet Oncology.
Phase III clinical trials to evaluate Gardasil are already underway with over 25,000 participants enrolled worldwide, with results expected to be available later this year, and if successful Gardasil could be on the market in two years.
In the 227-woman study, Gardasil was able to reduce the incidence of several human papillomavirus strains that are linked to the development of both pre-cancerous lesions and genital warts. Over two and a half years of follow-up, Gardasil reduced the combined incidence of persistent infection from HPV-6, HPV-11, HPV-16, or NPV-18 – as well as related genital disease including new cervical pre-cancers and genital warts - by 90%. In absolute terms, there were 36 cases in the placebo group compared to just four among the women taking Gardasil.
Cervical cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death amongst women around the world, with approximately 470,000 new cases and 230,000 deaths every year – almost 80% of which occur in developing countries. According to market research by Decision resources, the market for HPV treatments is expected to grow from $135 million dollars in 2002 to $1.4 billion in 2012, with prophylactic vaccines driving this growth [[03/12/03h]].
Six months ago, The Lancet also published a study of GlaxoSmithKline's Cervarix vaccine, designed to protect against the HPV-16 and HPV-18 strains of the virus linked to cervical cancer. This study showed a 100% protection rate for the vaccine at six months [[15/11/04d]].
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Alan Pardew faces trial by TV in Newcastle United's opening two fixtures of the new Premier League season.
Pardew lost seven out of the last eight games last term and knows he needs a good start to the new campaign.
As expected Newcastle's first game of the season was switched to a Super Sunday slot on Sky Sports on August 17th with a 4pm kick off.
But United's opening fixture list was altered further yesterday when the Magpies' opening away trip to Aston Villa will now take place in front of the BT Sports cameras at Villa Park on August 23 which now kicks off at 12.45pm.
Pardew was thrust into the spotlight during last season's 2-0 loss to Man City at St James' Park when he clashed with Manuel Pellegrini and hurled a verbal volley his way.
Pardew promised at the time to carry out some work in the community after making remarks of bad taste.
United's trip to Stoke on September 29 has moved to Monday night, with an 8pm kick off.
Newcastle's game with Liverpool on November 1 will also be BT Sports with a 12.45pm kick off.
United's trip to face West Brom on November 9 will be on Sky with a 1.30pm start.
Pardew thanked himself and his staff yesterday after the arrival of Remy Cabella.
He said: "I'd like to pay tribute to my staff and in particular Graham Carr, myself, Lee Charnley, Mike Ashley and everyone on the board, who worked really hard for this one."
"We think he is a player who is important, obviously that is represented in the fee and in his commitment to us as well."
"I'm just looking forward to seeing an exciting talent in the team, somebody who can open the door."


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Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News recently highlighted PDB-101 as Best of the Web, recognizing the website's beautiful protein structures and wealth of educational resources.
PDB-101 is an online portal developed by RCSB PDB for teachers, students, and the general public to promote exploration in the world of proteins and nucleic acids. PDB-101 features support learning about the diverse shapes and functions of these biological macromolecules and their relationship to biomedicine and agriculture, from protein synthesis to health and disease to biological energy.
These resources are made freely available thanks to support from the National Science Foundation (DBI-1338415), the National Institutes of Health, and the US Department of Energy.


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Story by Bianca Sowders
ANSBACH, Germany (March 18, 2021) – As winter slowly loses its grip on the Franconian landscape, people are getting ready for spring. Mops and dust cloths are wielded for an annual spring cleaning, windows and doors are thrown open to air out the homes. Pillows, blankets and rugs are hanging in the sunshine from window sills and balcony railings to freshen up. Bushes, trees and hedges are given a fresh trim before song birds move in to build their nests.
Spring and Easter season in Franconia is a time for renewal and awakening just like everywhere else; the locals follow ancient rituals and celebrate the beginning of the new season with some old and treasured traditions. Many homeowners will hang colorful eggs on their yet leafless front yard bushes. As in many other countries, the prominent symbols of Easter in Germany are eggs and the bunny.
School children enjoy a two-week break starting the week prior to Easter. This gives parents and children an opportunity to celebrate the local traditions and prepare for the holidays.
Based on the first full moon in spring, the dates of Easter varies every year; Good Friday, or Karfreitag in German, and the Monday after Easter, called Ostermontag, are observed as federal holidays in Germany. Shops and businesses are closed on those holidays, but shoppers will crowd the stores on the Saturday in between to stock up on groceries. Public transportation schedules will change to reflect holiday hours.
A few weeks before Easter many Franconian communities adorn their well or fountain with fresh spring greens and hand-painted colorful eggs. The origins of the Osterbrunnen tradition can be traced back to the Fränkische Schweiz ("Franconian Switzerland"), a region located between the cities of Bamberg, Bayreuth and Forchheim, from where it spread to other areas. Tourists flock to the Fränkische Schweiz to tour the villages for Osterbrunnen. Hikers and bikers combine their outings with stops at different locations to admire the detailed and artful arrangements on the wells and fountains. The tourist offices of the region offer different routes and locations for visitors.
The Easter holiday season in Germany starts with the beginning of Holy Week on Palmsonntag, the Sunday before Easter. A favorite pastime for children during Holy Week is to color emptied eggs to decorate budding tree branches in a vase, or to dye hard-boiled chicken eggs for the breakfast table on Easter morning. Gründonnerstag (Holy or Maundy Thursday) is the traditional day for spring cleaning and decorating.
Fresh branches, cut from bushes and trees, are brought inside, put in a vase and decorated with colorful eggs. Traditional food on "Green Thursday" includes spinach, kale, cress, leek, chives and green herbs, based on an old belief that eating green-colored food that day would keep the consumer safe for the rest of the year.
Local bakeries offer a sweet bread with raisins and almonds called Osterbrot. It is often enjoyed with butter and sweet jam.
Good Friday, a nationwide holiday called "Karfreitag" in German, is also known as "Quiet Friday" as church bells are not rung until Sunday; instead groups of young people call villagers to church by walking around with "Ratschen," wooden noise-makers that look like a football rattle.
Fasting rules on Good Friday used to be much stricter than today; alcohol and meat were strictly forbidden. Many families still eat fish on Good Friday; in Franconia the regional carp is a popular Good Friday dish.
Many communities conduct a procession, reenacting the suffering of Jesus. Neunkirchen am Brand (near Forchheim) and Lohr am Main are upholding a tradition from the 17th century by carrying life-size Jesus statues through town. The processions are not considered a festivity, but offer a chance for quiet reflection for participants and audience.
Some churches and communities light a bonfire Saturday or Sunday night, called Osterfeuer. Sacred oils are burned in the fire, and the flame is used to light the Easter candles. The villages often compete for the largest wood pile and brightest fire, and in rural areas it is often necessary to guard the piled-up wood during the nights prior to prevent an untimely kindling by rivals from neighboring villages.
The Osterhase (Easter bunny) brings eggs and sweets on Easter Sunday to the children, who have to search for them indoors or outdoors.
A large Easter dinner is typically served on Sunday. Lamb, rabbit or poultry are popular dishes. An Osterlamm, a lamb-shaped cake, is often baked for Sunday. The Easter celebrations continue with an additional federal holiday on Monday, which is often used for short day trips and visits to other family members.
In some towns residents meet for Easter games, such as Eierhodeln, a game where hard-boiled eggs are rolled down a track made of two rakes, or Eierwalchen, a game where the hard-boiled eggs are hurled down a hill as fast and undamaged as possible. Another popular Easter game is Eierpicken, a simple game where two people bang hard-boiled eggs together at the tips; the winner with the undamaged egg gets to keep the other's egg.
[EDITOR'S NOTE: The author of this article was born and raised in the region of Franconia; information about many of the above cited traditions is based on personal experience. Most parts of this article have been published previously.]


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This Week in Doctor Who
Week 13: 29 Mar - 4 Apr 2014 - USA
Data last updated 02 January 2017
Saturday 29 March
| 1:00pm EDT
The Snowmen
Though saddened by the loss of his companions, the Doctor helps a young governess battle a frosty menace.
| 2:00pm EDT
The Bells of Saint John
The Doctor searches for Clara in London, where something dangerous lurks in the Wi-Fi signals
| 3:00pm EDT
The Rings of Akhaten
A sacrifice will be demanded during the Festival of Offerings on the planet Akhaten.
| 4:00pm EDT
Cold War
The Doctor and Clara land on a submarine in 1983 as it spirals into the depths of the ocean with a loose alien creature on board.
| 4:00pm EDT
Dinosaurs on a Spaceship
| 9:00pm CDT
The Ark In Space: Movie format
Dr. Who (Tom Baker) discovers a sinister interference with earthlings in suspended animation. Harry: Ian Marter. Sarah: Elisabeth Sladen. Vira: Wendy Williams. Noah: Kenton Moore. Rogin: Richardson Morgan.
Featured a short introduction by local fan club "The Whovians of Wichita".
| 7:00pm PDT
The Sun Makers: Part One
(Repeated: Sun 1:00am PDT)
| 9:00pm CDT
The Rings of Akhaten
The Doctor takes Clara to the rings of the planet Akhaten, where the Festival of Offerings is in full swing. Clara meets the Queen of Years, but she soon learns that a sacrifice will be demanded at the festival.
| 9:00pm CDT
Aliens of London
Part 1 of 2. A spaceship crashes into the Thames, causing the world to panic.
| 9:15pm CDT
Partners in Crime
The Doctor investigates a new weight-loss pill.
| 7:30pm PDT
The Sun Makers: Part Two
(Repeated: Sun 1:30am PDT)
| 10:00pm CDT
A Good Man Goes to War
The Doctor needs an army by his side. As he calls in all his debts across the cosmos, his enemies use his closest friends to trap him. Today will mark the Battle of Demons Run. Both sides will make their sacrifices - and River Song has something to tell the Doctor...
| 10:00pm CDT
The Curse of the Black Spot
The TARDIS becomes marooned on a 17th-century pirate ship manned by a crew under attack by a beautiful sea creature.
| 10:00pm CDT
The Angels Take Manhattan
| 11:00pm EDT
Nightmare in Silver
The Doctor and Clara arrive at the dilapidated theme park Hedgewick's World and are confronted by the Cybermen.
| 10:45pm CDT
The Born Identity (Factual)
| 10:00pm MDT
The Crimson Horror
| 11:00pm CDT
Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS
A spaceship salvage team drags the TARDIS on board, sending its systems into meltdown. As the Doctor marshals the motely salvage crew outside, he realizes Clara is still trapped within his malfunctioning ship, pursued by a dangerous group of ossified monsters. He has just 30 minutes to find Clara and save his TARDIS before it self-destructs.
| 11:05pm CDT
| 11:00pm MDT
A Good Man Goes to War
The Doctor needs an army by his side. As he calls in all his debts across the cosmos, his enemies use his closest friends to trap him. Today will mark the battle of Demons Run. Both sides will make sacrifices - and River Soong has something to tell the Doctor.
Sunday 30 March
| 12:00am CDT
The Almost People
A solar tsunami sends the TARDIS hurtling towards a factory on earth where human doppelgangers are used to mine dangerous acid. A second wave hits and the 'Gangers' separate. Can the Doctor prevent an all out civil war between the humans and the 'almost people' before the factory explodes?
| 1:00am CDT
A Good Man Goes to War
The Doctor needs an army by his side. As he calls in all his debts across the cosmos, his enemies use his closest friends to trap him. Today will mark the Battle of Demons Run. Both sides will make their sacrifices - and River Song has something to tell the Doctor...
| 2:00am CDT
Let's Kill Hitler
In the desperate search for Melody Pond, the TARDIS crash lands in 1930's Berlin, bringing the Doctor face to face with the greatest war criminal in the Universe. And Hitler. The Doctor must teach his adversaries that time travel has responsibilities - and in so doing, learns a harsh lesson in the cruelest warfare of all.
| 3:00am CDT
Night Terrors
The Doctor receives a distress call from the scariest place in the Universe. A child's bedroom. Terrified of the monsters in his cupboard, George's pleas for help break through the barriers of all time and space. But allaying his fears won't be easy, even for the Doctor. Because George's monsters are real.
| 4:00am CDT
The Girl Who Waited
Amy is trapped in a quarantine facility for victims of an alien plague - a plague that will kill the Doctor in a day. The Doctor can use the TARDIS to smash through time and break in, but then Rory is on his own. Can he rescue Amy before she is killed by kindness?
| 10:00pm CDT
Partners in Crime
The Doctor investigates a new weight-loss pill.
Monday 31 March
| 8:00am EDT
A Christmas Carol
In order to save Amy and Rory, who are trapped on a crashing space liner, The Doctor must save the soul of a lonely miser
| 9:00am EDT
The Impossible Astronaut
The Doctor, Amy and Rory respond to a summons that leads them to the Oval Office in 1969; the Doctor promises to assist the president.
| 8:00pm EDT
Dinosaurs on a Spaceship
| 11:00pm CDT
The God Complex
The TARDIS lands in what looks like an ordinary hotel. But the walls move, corridors twist and rooms vanish. There is a room for every visitor that contains their deepest, darkest fears. Fears that will kill them. What lies in the Doctor's room? And when his turn comes, will he welcome death like all the rest?
Tuesday 1 April
| 8:00am EDT
Day of the Moon
The Doctor is locked in a perfect prison; the FBI hunts Amy, Rory and River; the Doctor mounts a rebellion against an alien invasion.
| 9:00am EDT
The Curse of the Black Spot
The Doctor aids the crew of a 17th-century pirate ship that is being attacked by a sea creature.
| 10:00pm CDT
The Impossible Astronaut
Part 1 of 2. The time-traveling trio visit the Utah desert for an adventure that takes them to the Oval Office circa 1969 in the Season 6 premiere.
| 10:00pm CDT
Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS
(Repeated: Wed 2:00am CDT)
A spaceship salvage team drags the TARDIS on board, sending its systems into meltdown. As the Doctor marshals the motely salvage crew outside, he realizes Clara is still trapped within his malfunctioning ship, pursued by a dangerous group of ossified monsters. He has just 30 minutes to find Clara and save his TARDIS before it self-destructs.
| 11:00pm CDT
Closing Time
In the last few days of his life, the Doctor pays a farewell visit his old friend Craig, and encounters a mystery. People are going missing, a silver rat scuttles in the shadows of a department store, and somewhere close by the Cybermen are waiting.
Wednesday 2 April
| 8:00am EDT
The Doctor's Wife
The Doctor, Amy, Rory and the TARDIS are in danger after following a Time Lord distress signal.
| 9:00am EDT
The Rebel Flesh
The Doctor must prevent civil war when doppelgangers are liberated from their human originals.
| 11:00pm CDT
The Wedding of River Song
As the Doctor makes his final journey to the shores of Lake Silencio in Utah, he knows only one thing can keep the universe safe - his own death. But has he reckoned without the love of a good woman?
Thursday 3 April
| 8:00am EDT
The Almost People
Factory employees must work with dopplegangers to overcome a monster.
| 9:00am EDT
A Good Man Goes to War
The Doctor amasses an army for the Battle of Demons Run; River Song must tell The Doctor something.
| 11:00pm EDT
A Town Called Mercy
| 10:00pm CDT
The Crimson Horror
Theres something very odd about Mrs Gillyflowers Sweetville mill, with its perfectly clean streets and beautiful people. There s something even stranger about the bodies washing up in the river, all bright red and waxy. When the Doctor and Clara go missing, its up to Vastra, Jenny and Strax to rescue them before they too fall victim to the Crimson Horror!
| 11:00pm CDT
The Doctor, The Widow and the Wardrobe
It's Christmas Eve, 1938, when Madge Arwell comes to the aid of an injured Spaceman Angel as she cycles home. He promises to repay her kindness - all she has to do is make a wish. Three years later, a devastated Madge escapes war-torn London with her two children for a dilapidated house in Dorset. She is crippled with grief at the news her husband has been lost over the channel, but determined to give Lily and Cyril the best Christmas ever. The Arwells are surprised to be greeted by a madcap caretaker whose mysterious Christmas gift leads them into a magical wintry world. Here, Madge will learn how to be braver than she ever thought possible. And that wishes can come true...
Friday 4 April
| 12:00am CDT
The Unquiet Dead
The Doctor takes Rose back through time to 1869. In Victorian Cardiff, the dead are walking, and creatures made of gas are on the loose. The time-travellers team up with Charles Dickens to investigate Mr. Sneed, the local undertaker, and his psychic maid Gwyneth. Can they halt the plans of the ethereal Gelth?
| 8:00am EDT
Let's Kill Hitler
When the TARDIS crash lands in 1930s Berlin, the Doctor comes face to face with a war criminal.
| 9:00am EDT
Night Terrors
The Doctor and his companions come to the aid of a terrified child, whose monsters appear to be real.
| 10:30pm CDT
Cold War
The Doctor and Clara land on a Russian nuclear submarine in 1983 as it spirals into the ocean depths with an alien creature creating havoc on board.
| 11:00pm CDT
Asylum of the Daleks


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Plane crashed in China: 2nd black box found
Flight Data Recorder (FDR) sent to experts to understand causes of accident
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) confirmed the discovery in recent hours of the Flight Data Recorder (FDR), the second black box of the B-737/800 aircraft that saves the parameters of the aircraft during the flight. The China Eastern Airlines aircraft (flight MU5735) crashed last Monday in the mountains of Guangxi, causing 132 victims.
China's "Xinhua" news agency reported that the flight data recorder was sent to a laboratory in Beijing for examination. According to CAAC the second black box was found 40 meters from the point of impact, located 1.5 meters underground, and would be partially damaged. However, it should allow to extract the information without particular problems. The Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR), which records audio conversations in the cockpit, has been under the experts' lens for several days.
In a press conference CAAC has clarified the situation of the searches: up to now 33.777 pieces of the aircraft have been recovered. Meanwhile, the US technicians of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have arrived in China.
On the same subject see also the article published by AVIONEWS.
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The Trump administration ordered a suspension of flights on Wednesday from China to the United States as tensions escalate between the two countries over the coronavirus and Hong Kong.
The order, which takes effect June 16, stems from Beijing's refusal to allow U.S. carriers to resume flying to China. Four Chinese airlines currently fly to China from the U.S.: Air China, China Eastern, China Southern and Xiamen.
President Donald Trump imposed travel restrictions on China on Jan. 31 as the coronavirus began to spread early this year. His decision came after Delta, American and United and other major international carriers had stopped flying to China because of the outbreak.
In early January, U.S. and Chinese carriers operated 325 scheduled flights a week between the two countries. By mid-February, four Chinese airlines operated 20 flights per week. In mid-March, the Chinese carriers increased their weekly flights to 34.
In a March 26 decision, China's civil aviation agency limited foreign airlines to one weekly flight into China, aiming to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
Two major American carriers, Delta and United, have been pressing Chinese officials to allow them to resume service, to no avail. The carriers had intended to restart China service in early June.
"We look forward to resuming passenger service between the United States and China when the regulatory environment allows us to do so," said Leslie Scott, a United spokesperson.
"We support and appreciate the U.S. government's actions to enforce our rights and ensure fairness," said Lisa Hanna, a Delta spokesperson.
Commercial aviation between the two countries is governed by a 1980 agreement that guarantees an equal opportunity to operate scheduled flights on specific routes.
The Trump administration's latest move comes amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and China, which some have warned amount to a new "cold war" between the world's two largest economies.Get the Travel newsletter in your inbox.
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"This move comes at a time when the diplomatic relationship between the two countries continues to crater amid disputes on nearly every bilateral and global issue – from Hong Kong to the South China Sea to arms control," said Jacob Stokes, a senior China policy analyst with the U.S. Institute of Peace, a nonpartisan institute.
Trump has accused China of a coronavirus cover-up, suggested the government may have allowed the disease to spread and threatened to extract a "substantial" price from Beijing for the pandemic. And last week, Trump blasted China for President Xi Jinping's move to impose sweeping new restrictions on Hong Kong, aimed at stifling the territory's pro-democracy movement.
Chinese officials have charged the Trump administration with willful ignorance, dangerous mismanagement and even attempted blackmail. In response to the Trump administration's criticisms of Beijing's Hong Kong crackdown, Chinese officials have pointed to the unrest in the U.S. over the death of George Floyd, a black man who died after a white police officer knelt on his neck.
"I can't breathe," Hua Chunying, China's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, tweeted last week, echoing Floyd's words during the police encounter.
Her tweet came after the State Department's chief spokeswoman called on the world to "hold to account the Chinese Communist Party, which has flagrantly broken its promises to the people of Hong Kong."
Some experts fear the spiraling tensions could jeopardize the much-touted trade deal that Trump and Chinese Vice Premier Lui He signed at the White House in January – a "phase one" agreement that White House officials said would be followed by a broader pact dealing with more contentious issues.
It's unclear if China will be willing or able to follow through on its commitments in the phase one agreement, which included a promise to buy an extra $200 billion in American goods and services over the next two years.
The Trump administration's watchword on China policy has been "reciprocity," Stokes said, and this move is in line with that tit-for-tat approach.
But the policy hasn't had the desired effect of forcing China to recalibrate its actions. The practical effect, he said, has been a "decoupling" between the world's two largest economies "rather than forcing Beijing to open up."
source: https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/news/2020/06/03/trump-bans-china-flights-amid-tensions-over-coronavirus-hong-kong/3133820001/


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We are excited to offer the only STEAM-integrated Spanish Dual Language Immersion program at the secondary level in Pasadena Unified.
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"When it comes to early childhood education, the United States needs to step up. Many developed nations now have more than 90% enrollment in pre-K programs, surpassing the US with just 66% enrollment for 4-year-olds. Rising superpowers are making significant commitments to expand access to early education over the next few years, with China promising to have pre-K for every 4-year-old and most 3-year-olds by 2020."
"The National Institute for Early Education Research began collecting data on state-funded preschool programs in 2002. Fifteen years later, the institute's State of Preschool 2017 report released this week shows that even though many elected officials claim to support early education, actual enrollment of 4-year-olds has grown only slightly since the Great Recession of 2007-2009."
"US is falling behind other nations in providing pre-K schooling," CNN, by April 18, 2018


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Are Kyle and Amanda From 'Summer House' Still Having Their Wedding?
Despite the rockiness of their relationship, it looks like Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula from Bravo's 'Summer House' have set a wedding date!
If you've ever watched an episode of the Bravo reality show Summer House, then you know that the relationship between Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula has been anything but smooth sailing since they first got together.
The two have been through a lot and navigated through cheating, cheating rumors, and Kyle's incessant need to go out and party while Amanda would prefer him to settle down. Despite the rockiness of their relationship, the two have come through on the other side. Kyle proposed to Amanda last season and the two seemed to be in engaged bliss. So have the Summer House stars, Kyle and Amanda, set a wedding date?
Kyle says they are getting married in the fall of 2020.
Kyle shared with Bravo's The Daily Dish podcast that the wedding will take place close to home this fall. He explained, "We have set a date, it's in September. And it's a fairly local venue. So we're incredibly excited. It's gonna be like kind of like a New York City wedding."
He also added that he is just excited for "a night full of highlights [and] all the people we care about in one room celebrating us. I'm also just dying to see what dress she picks."
So, why did it take so long for Kyle and Amanda from 'Summer House' to set a wedding date?
If you ask the couple, they'll tell you that it wasn't anything going on in their relationship that made the date setting so delayed. It actually had to do with their wedding venue canceling on them. Kyle and Amanda shared this news with their housemates during a house dinner.
Kyle also revealed why the couple lost their venue on Instagram. He wrote in the comments on one of Amanda's posts, "The wedding venue wouldn't let us film there which is why it 'fell through' secrets out."
Though it doesn't seem that their housemates were convinced this was the only reason they were delaying their nuptials. The couple complained about one another pretty incessantly in their confessionals on the show. To curb rumors of a breakup, Amanda took her Instagram to clear a few things up.
"Just as there are no rules for dating, there are no rules for engagements (except the tv show)," she shared on Instagram. "Some people elope, go to city hall, plan their wedding in less than a year, or are engaged for 5+ years before getting married. Kyle and I went through a lot right before getting engaged, and I am so glad he is so excited to get married, but I needed more time."
The 'Summer House' couple is feeling the pressure to deliver a great time.
As Summer House fans already know, Kyle Cooke can throw a rager, and we would assume his wedding would not be an exception. In fact, most would expect that this would be the party to end all parties. Amanda told Refinery29 that the pressure is on.
She explained, "There's pressure and advice and comments on an outfit that I wear or the way I wear my hair, so having a wedding and making those big decisions and having it look a certain way for Instagram, yeah, there's definitely pressure to pull something off that will make people feel excited."
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Monday, March 15, 2010
Bacon and Cabbage Soup
1/2 pound bacon, diced
2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 cup chicken stock, or as needed
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 cups cabbage leaves, thinly sliced
1. Place bacon in a large, deep stockpot or saucepan. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain off any excess fat.
2. Stir in potatoes, tomatoes, and enough chicken stock to cover. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
3. Stir in cabbage and allow the soup to simmer for a few minutes longer before serving.
Serving: 4 Calories: 277
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Luxe On Lotus – Room for everyone
LUXE ON LOTUS is a luxurious waterfront property that has everything you need for an unforgettable holiday experience or for the corporate retreat. Located directly behind Jupiters Casino and only a very short walk to the restaurants, cafes, shops and Convention Centre, LUXE ON LOTUS is a stunning home and is the perfect holiday or corporate destination. THIS REALLY DOES HAVE IT ALL!. This home has 8 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, spacious open plan areas, entertainment room with the lot and home cinema.
Exclusive access to the full services of MY HOLIDAY CONCIERGE – making holidays easy!
All bookings include a Welcome Gift on arrival and beach towels for use during your stay*
Features Include:
- 8 bedrooms – 6 with ensuite bathrooms
- 7 bathrooms plus powder room
- Gourmet kitchen with Nespresso coffee machine
- Large entertainment room with pool table & table tennis table
- Cinema room
- Outdoor Heated Swimming pool – the temperature of the pool is subject to the outside weather conditions ** Pool heating only operates during the winter months.
- Modern and luxurious
- Sandy beach area for kids to play on
- Fully air conditioned for your comfort
This modern home has been built with plenty of space for everyone and the contemporary decor has been chosen especially for your comfort and enjoyment. The extremely spacious lounge area is open plan style and combined with the dining and kitchen which all flow through to the outdoor entertaining and waterfront pool.
The cinema room provides you with comfortable cinema chairs to sit back, relax and take in a movie or you can utilise the pool table, table tennis table.
You can fish from the sandy beach or surf on the Free internet. It's your holiday and the choice is all there for you in this amazing holiday retreat.
Kitchen & Outdoor Entertaining
This kitchen has everything you would require for your holiday. Cook up your own storm here or on the BBQ or you may like to use the catering service during your stay. There is a Nespresso coffee machine for those that need their coffee fix and a second fridge so plenty of room for fresh produce and drinks.
The outdoor BBQ and entertaining overlooks the sparkling pool and waterfront for your relaxation and enjoyment of the great Gold Coast lifestyle.
The kids will love their stay. They will be kept entertained with waterfront activities such as fishing, sand castle making or feeding the ducks. Inside they have their own cinema to watch movies. They can play pool or table tennis. The pool and waterfront are fenced.
The eight bedrooms, seven bathrooms and powder room can effortlessly cater for large groups, business people or families holidaying together. The master suite is extremely large and has a spacious ensuite with double spa bath and walk in robe. The bedrooms are spacious and six have ensuites and walk in robes. Six bedrooms are on the first level and two are on the ground floor.
Bedding Configuration – Sleeps 16
Bedroom 1 – King (or 2 Long Singles) with ensuite with spa, walk in robe & TV
Bedroom 2 – King (or 2 Long Singles) with ensuite bathroom, walk in robe & TV
Bedroom 3 – King (or 2 Long Singles) with sliding robe
Bedroom 4 – King (or 2 Long Singles) with ensuite bathroom, walk in robe
Bedroom 5 – King (or 2 Long Singles) with ensuite bathroom, walk in robe
Bedroom 6 – King (or 2 Long Singles) with ensuite bathroom, walk in robe & TV
Bedroom 7 – King (or 2 Long Singles) with sliding robe
Bedroom 8 – King (or 2 Long Singles) with ensuite bathroom, walk in robe
There is a bathroom and powder room on the ground floor.
NB where options available beds will be made up as Kings unless otherwise advised by guest.
Bed Splitting $10 per room if required.
The eight spacious bedrooms and seven bathrooms cater for groups, families or business people allowing your own private space.
This home is situated in a premier location in Broadbeach. Broadbeach is well known as the best location to holiday on the Gold Coast. With the fantastic restaurants and cafes, shopping, nightlife, Casino and Convention centre and of course our beautiful beaches it is the perfect holiday destination. This home is central to all the Gold Coast has to offer.
- Numerous Championship golf courses are within a ten minute drive
- Theme Parks are a 20 minute drive
- Coolangatta Airport is a 30 minute drive
- Central to all local attractions.
If this home does not suit your requirements then talk to us as we have many properties available. Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss any aspect of your stay.
All rates include cleaning, linen and booking fee. 8 beach towels are provided for your use during your stay*. Additional beach towels can be hired on request.
Pricing based on a minimum 4 night stay.
Two and three night bookings MAY be accepted and are through Enquiry only. Please note we do have a fixed price for a 2 or 3 night stay and it is often more cost effective to stay 4 nights.
Prices listed based on 8 adults. Additional guests are $30 per person per night.
Property has 15 beds and can sleep a maximum 16 people.
If beds are to be split there is an additional charge of $10 per room.
Refundable Security Bond: $1000 – done as Pre Authorisation on Credit Card
** The pool heating is dependent on the outside temperature and weather conditions accordingly the pool heating is turned off in the summer months.
The Gap Filler, Last Minute Bookings, Long Stays
For guests who fill short gaps between bookings or for last minute bookings receive amazing discounts. Call now to see how much!
We have discounts for Long Stays too.
Rates for Special Deals are calculated at the discretion of management.
The property is not a 'party house' and these activities are strictly prohibited. By relevant Gold Coast laws these prohibited activities are defined as 'parties, including, for example, bucks nights, hens nights, raves, wedding receptions or similar parties.' No guests or visitors have permission to enter, remain or engage in any such prohibited activities at the property. Minimum age to hire the property must be 24 years or older.
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Terms & Conditions
Taymatt P/L ATF The Jeffery Family Trust T/A Elite Holiday Homes is a Licensed Real Estate that only accepts payments into our Australian dollar Trust Account – your money is held in Trust until your stay. We abide by all legal requirements, local government and industry guidelines in the operation of our business. We are a member of Destination Gold Coast and ARAMA.
The property is not a 'party house' and these activities are strictly prohibited. By relevant Gold Coast laws these prohibited activities are defined as 'parties, including, for example, bucks nights, hens nights, raves, wedding receptions or similar parties.' No guests or visitors have permission to enter, remain or engage in any such prohibited activities at the property or engage in anti-social behaviour including ignoring curfews and/or excessive noise and any person purporting to act in contravention of this restriction does so as a trespasser rather than as a guest or permitted visitor at the property. We are not able to accept Schoolie Bookings at our properties. If you misrepresent your booking and/or do not comply with our Terms and Conditions we reserve the right to evict and retain all monies paid including the Security Bond. Minimum age to hire the property must be 24 years or older.
Holiday Houses on the Gold Coast are subject to strict Council and State Government guidelines which all homes should adhere to and as such Elite Holiday Homes have a zero tolerance policy for those not adhering to the Terms and Conditions of the stay. We have a security firm who will promptly respond to any calls from neighbouring residents in relation to these issues. Our owners are subject to strict conditions and fines including restriction of business – by agreeing to our Terms and Conditions you agree to abide by these rules and conditions and if these are not adhered to and adversely affects our owners they reserve the right to take legal action and seek compensation. Guests indemnify and shall keep indemnified Elite Holiday Homes and the owner against all loss, damage, expenses and penalties howsoever caused or incurred as a result of breach of these Terms and Conditions.
Conditions for Special Deals, Gift Vouchers & Return Guest Discounts
- Bookings will be subject to availability and must comply with Terms and Conditions of our stays.
- Special Deals and/or promotions cannot be used in conjunction with any other special or discounted offer.
- Pricing subject to management discretion on rate periods & inclusions. Exclusions may apply for some School Holiday periods and Standard Rates may apply for Stay and Pay deals.
- All Gift Vouchers must comply with the Terms and Conditions of the Gift Voucher and all bookings using the Gift Voucher must comply with the Terms and Conditions of our stays. Our General Gift Vouchers (unless otherwise stated) can be redeemed on any property and the amount of the Gift Voucher will be allocated as payment towards your booking. The Gift Voucher number must be quoted and presented for redemption. The Gift Voucher must be allocated to a booking within 12 months of the issue date – note the booking can be further in advance of 12 months but the Gift Voucher must be allocated within the 12 month time frame. If a booking has not been made and the Gift Voucher not allocated to a booking after 12 months then the Gift Voucher becomes invalid and is cancelled. No refunds will be given for Gift Vouchers not allocated within 12 months and the Gift Voucher is not redeemable for cash.
Booking means the period for which you have paid to stay at the Property.
Property means the home you have booked as per your confirmation notice and all its fixtures, fittings and equipment.
Management means the owners and managers of the Property.
Deposit means the non refundable deposit you pay to secure the booking – this is advised in writing to you and includes a service fee of $200.
Guests means the persons who stay overnight in the Property during the Booking. Full guest names and contact telephone numbers must be provided via the Guest Registration Form prior to arrival.
Visitor means a person a Guest permits to visit the Property during the Booking.
Security Bond means the bond you pay to cover any damages or costs that may occur during your stay. Providing there are no damages or costs this is refunded after your stay. The details you provide may also be used to cover any additional costs that exceed the bond limit.
Acceptance & Responsibility
Once your booking is made you will receive a Booking Request email from us with the details on how to process your payment. Your booking is not confirmed until payment is received by us. Receipt of your payment confirms that you have read and agreed to our Terms and Conditions herein.
The person whose name is on the booking must be staying at the property. This person is responsible for the booking with us and ensuring all guests and visitors are aware of the Terms and Conditions and House Rules. All guests staying at the property must be nominated on the Guest Registration Form.
Identification and credit card details will need to be provided when you complete your Guest Registration Form. Your credit card details are taken to cover any purchases from the mini bar. A credit card Pre-Authorisation is taken for the Security Bond 24 hours before your arrival. Access Codes and instructions for entry to the property will not be provided without a valid Pre-Authorisation and guest identification.
The guests warrant this is for holiday purposes and indemnifies the Management for any other form of use.
We recommend that all guests have travel insurance for their holiday.
Note: variances may be agreed on but only by arrangement with the Owner/Management in writing.
A non-refundable deposit of $1000 (or deposit as advised to you in writing) is required to secure the booking within 2 days of the Booking Request Confirmation email. Bookings are not confirmed unless and until this deposit is received.
Payment of the booking deposit constitutes the clients acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.
The balance of the booking amount must be received in full 30 days prior to occupancy. If a credit card is held on file then the balance monies will be deducted from the credit card. If the full balance is not received Management has the right to cancel the booking and attempt to re let the property.
Payments of the amount due must be received in Australian dollars net of any bank or other transaction charges.
We accept payment by the following methods: Visa, MasterCard or direct deposit into our Australian Bank (Commonwealth Bank) Trust Account.
A credit card surcharge of 2.2% will be levied to cover transaction costs associated with credit card payments.
Refundable Security Bond
A valid credit card must be used with your Bond Authorisation Form for a $1000 Pre Authorisation for the Security Bond. This will be held for the duration of your stay and returned to the credit card used once the property has been checked. We cannot provide access to the property without this Pre Authorisation being processed.
Any damage, loss or expense incurred by Management as a result of your breach of these Terms & Conditions will be charged against the Security Bond. Examples of this include but are not limited to any breakage, damage or excess cleaning requirements, extra guests beyond those declared, misrepresentation of your stay and security call outs. If a deduction is to be made due to any of the above an administration fee of between $50 and $100 will also be charged to cover arranging for replacement or repair of each item/issue.
By completing and accepting the terms on the Guest Registration you agree and authorise us to debit the credit card provided for any expenses incurred during your stay including any mini bar expenses including any damages/costs that exceed the Security Bond limit.
Any additional charges incurred will be deducted from the Security Bond.
Variations & Cancellations
If you wish to vary or cancel your booking, please advise us immediately on ph +61 7 5592 3881 and confirm in writing. Management is not obliged to accept any variations to the booking if they are adversely affected by the request and Management retains the right to treat all Cancellations and Variations at their discretion.
Your deposit is non-refundable in the event of a cancellation or unpaid balance. Your non-refundable deposit includes the service fee of $200.
If the full balance has been paid and cancellation is made within 30 days of the stay at the request of the guest, the full amount paid is not refundable unless the house is re-let for the entire period at the same tariff. If a refund is made due to the property being relet at the same value and for the same dates then we will prodive you with a refund less a $200 booking and service fee. If the property is partly relet or at a lesser value we will provide you with a part refund thereof less a $200 booking and service fee. If the property is not relet, there will be no refund issued.
We recommend that all guests have travel insurance for their holiday regardless of where they are travelling from.
Unavailability & Unforeseen Circumstances
The owners will make every effort to ensure the property is available as booked. However, the owners reserve the right to make alterations to the booking due to unforeseen circumstances and/or allow tradesmen to have access to the property to facilitate any repairs if necessary. If the Property becomes unavailable for your occupancy due to unforeseen circumstances then Management will inform you immediately and endeavor to obtain suitable alternative accommodation for your occupancy; failing which any monies paid will be refunded in full.
We cannot be held responsible for any unforeseen breakdowns of appliances etc. Elite Holiday Homes maintain our properties to the highest standard however at times unforeseen issues can occur. All repairs will be carried out or replacements purchased at the earliest convenience. Every action will be taken by our staff to minimize inconvenience caused; however there is no obligation from Elite Holiday Homes to issue any partial refunds or discounts if the issue was unavoidable.
Elite Holiday Homes has no control over any construction or renovation work at neighbouring properties. In a busy metropolitan city there is always some type of construction work occurring somewhere in the neighbourhood. We cannot provide any refunds due to this activity.
Check in & Departure
Check-in time is from 3.00pm on the arrival date and check out time is not later than 10.00am on departure date to allow time for the property to be prepared for the next guests.
You must notify Management of expected arrival time and a mobile contact number at least 14 days before arrival.
Arrangements will be made to access the property.
Failure to depart at the agreed time may result in an additional charge of $50 per half hour. Variance to these times is subject to prior arrangement and availability and extra charges may apply.
It is your responsibility to secure the property and lock all doors and windows and leave the key in the secure Key Box on departure.
Parties, Functions & Commercial Activities
Please note our properties are not available for rent for Bucks or Hens groups and parties cannot be held at the properties.
We do not accept Schoolies. Minimum age to hire the property must be 24 years or older.
Photographs and videos may not be taken at the property to be used for Commercial or Advertising purposes or for financial gain or benefit without the written consent of the Manager or Owner.
Non-adherence to this policy may result in termination of rental and loss of monies paid including your Security Bond and we reserve the right to take further legal action.
Disturbance & Antisocial Behaviour
In accordance with Gold Coast City Council and Holiday Rental Industry guidelines disturbance to the neighbours, including excessive noise and anti social behaviour is prohibited and may result in termination of rental and loss of all monies paid.
As per Council and Holiday Rental Industry Guidelines there is a 10.00pm to 8.00am outside noise curfew. We require you to move inside and close the doors. Noise must be kept to a minimum.
We also request that for the neighbours privacy and safety you only utilise the beach area/jetty (if applicable) in front of the property. A Security Service has been engaged that will respond to any complaints from neighbours regarding anti social and offensive behaviour, breaking of curfew and excessive noise. Strippers, topless waitresses and associated industries are not permitted under any circumstances. No outdoor nudity under any circumstances.
Security have been given authority to video record call-outs. If Security is called out to the property you will be charged for the call-out fee and we reserve the right to either issue a reminder warning of the Terms and Conditions or terminate your booking. All call-outs will be deducted from your security bond. If your booking is terminated we reserve the right to retain all monies paid including your Security Bond.
Hire Equipment
Hire Equipment can be hired through My Holiday Concierge. If another hire company is used then delivery and pickup of the items can only occur during your stay. You accept full responsibility for acceptance and return of the equipment when hired through a third party.
House Rules
House rules must be complied with along with any instructions from Management and their caretakers of the Property including Security concerning occupancy, property, health and safety and quiet enjoyment of the Property and the neighbours amenity.
Keys and remotes are your responsibility during your stay.
Number of guests should not exceed the number stated on the Booking Confirmation and Guest Registration Form or subsequently agreed in writing/email. Fees will apply for excess guests not agreed with the Management in advance. Any misrepresentation regarding guests or intention of your stay may result in eviction and loss of monies paid. Visitors may visit you at the home but may not remain on the property overnight. Visitor numbers should not exceed 10 at any given time unless by prior written arrangement. All Visitors must comply with the Terms and Conditions and House Rules.
Pets are not allowed under most circumstances and if permission is granted it must be in writing.
Smoking is not permitted inside the house at any time.
Parking of cars must be in accordance with Council regulations.
Caution must be taken on all tile areas, wooden floors and outdoor areas as they may be slippery when wet.
On departure the property should be vacated on time and secured. All food must be removed from fridges, all rubbish put in the appropriate recycle (yellow) and waste (green) council rubbish bins provided, and crockery and cutlery washed and packed away. All furniture and furnishings must be left in the position they were in when you arrived. The Property must be left in a clean and tidy condition.
Standard exit cleaning and rubbish removal is included in your tariff however there is an additional charge of $50 if the BBQ is not left in a clean state on your departure. The house will be cleaned for your arrival and then cleaned on your departure.
Damage, breakages, theft/loss and security is the tenants' responsibility during their stay. You must lock all doors and windows when you leave the property and it must be secured at night. You must notify us immediately of any damages, breakages or theft. Management may deduct from your security deposit the amount required to repair or replace any items (at Management's discretion). The Owners/Management takes no responsibility for the tenant's personal property during your stay.
Responsible behaviour is expected by all guests and visitors to the property including compliance with our Disturbance and Antisocial Behaviour Terms and Conditions. Drugs or illegal activities are strictly prohibited on the premises and alcohol should be consumed in a responsible manner.
Maintenance issues need to be advised to Management at the earliest opportunity during business hours so Management can rectify the situation quickly and efficiently. You must allow repair/service technicians access to the property during reasonable hours. Failure to follow this procedure may hinder the ability of Management to rectify the issue. We have an After Hours Emergency Only number for our guests.
Variations to these conditions may only be made by prior arrangements with the Owner/Management in writing. The Owner/Management reserves the right to terminate the rental at any time if any of the above conditions are not adhered to.
Thank you for reading the terms and conditions for Elite Holiday Homes.
Feel free to contact us now, we are here to help as much as possibe for you to enjoy a luxury Gold Coast Holiday Home.
Ph: +61 7 5592 3881
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Property Reviews
Thank you Elite Holiday Homes for the different house options at the last minute and for allowing us to holiday on the beautiful waterfront property Luxe on Lotus. The home is stunning and as soon as we walked in, we were amazed and impressed at the high standard as well as how spacious it was. I am so grateful that our large group could all stay together, we had endless hours of fun swimming, playing table tennis and pool. There was so much to do and everybody had their own space. The quality time and memories we made as a family at Luxe on Lotus is something so precious and priceless. Thank you so much for the awesome experience of staying in a place of luxury at an affordable price. Everybody thoroughly enjoyed their stay and we will definitely be coming back!!
Our house was absolutely lovely and ticked all the boxes for us as far as location and all amenities within the house. It was clean, spacious and a great outlook by the pool overlooking the waterways, especially in the afternoon sun. Pacific Fair was within walking distance which was great for our family to walk to easily. This experience was not our first with Elite and consequently won't be our last. Thank you to the staff who took care of every detail relating to our booking – we all loved it … again!
My team and I stayed here as a much more affordable option whilst managing a conference at the convention centre. Absolutely fantastic place
This property is everything you would expect from reading the property description. Our family group of 8 adults and 6 children were very comfortably accommodated and even space to have some 'alone' time. Great location as well, being so close to Pacific Fair Shopping Mall.
Excellent property & great location.The property was spacious, comfortable, clean and located in close proximity to shops and transport. Would have no hesitation in recommending this property to larger groups travelling to the Broadbeach area. 5 star accommodation. Thanks again !
"A Gem. We had a very comfortable stay in this exceptional home. Loved the secure off street parking and the cinema room was a huge hit with the kids. Very easy to get to all the tourist destinations."
"Beautiful Home. The house was exactly what we were looking for! Each bedroom was beautifully decorated, and helped having so many bathrooms! Also the location is great too! Would happily stay here again."
"Great Property. Excellent location, house stocked with everything we could think of, bathrooms and bedrooms large and comfortable, cinema room great entertainment for the kids, walking distance from Pacific Fair and a great little cafe right around the corner, would definitely choose this accommodation again."
"Great Property. We really enjoyed our stay. The home was spacious, comfortable, clean and located in close proximity to shops and transport.
Perfect for a family gathering looking for something a little bit special. Thank you."
"Fantastic Property!!! Everyone enjoyed there time at Luxe on Lotus. A lot of fun with the games room and the pool, every room was a joy to stay in as well as many bathrooms and showers so no one had to wait. Great location!
Would recommend anyone to stay there, people are great and very helpful as well as the house being very cost effective.
"Real Good House. We enjoyed our stay at Luxe on Lotus it was exactly what we needed."
"Just Amazing. It is actually better than the pictures, really great house."
"Five Star Plus. Luxury all the way. Catered for 12 with a spare bedroom at no stage did we feel overcrowded. Theatre room and outdoor areas were favourites. Will definitely be back."
"Heaven on Earth. Luxurious, spacious and practical are a few of the words that come to mind after our stay at Luxe on Lotus."
"Family Holiday.Very enjoyable stay with great space, amenities, and luxury."
"Brilliant, Highly Recommended. My family had the joy of staying at this fabulous house over Christmas. It was perfect, the bedrooms were HUGE! Everything was in perfect working order (unlike other rentals we've stayed at in the past) and the venue properly catered for large numbers. We look forward to staying here again!"
"Fantastic Home for Lots of People. Loved our time spent at Luxe on Lotus. Plenty of room for lots of people to enjoy time together and time apart. The movie room, games room and pool were very much appreciated by the older and younger guests – it really bought everyone together. Having so many bathrooms for guests is just something you don't come across everyday – this is a speciality with Luxe on Lotus. Close to Broadbeach and Pacific Fair it's in a great area – easy walking distance to great restaurants and of course the beach! For the chefs – the kitchen is huge and well maintained. Quality pots and pans are included and lots of serving plates etc. Two fridges allowed plenty of room to keep plenty of food and drink. I would definetly recommend Luxe on Lotus – 5 stars!
"Great Property. We had a large group stay at this property and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their stay!
"Superb Homes Professionally Managed. We rented three homes in close proximity to each other. The properties were superbly presented, accurately represented, and communication with the management agent (Elite Holiday Homes) couldn't be faulted. Highly recommended."
"Space, comfort, tranquility & quality!" – We stayed at Luxe on Lotus recently, and must say that the house exceeded our expectations in every aspect. When looking at the photos on a website for a holiday rental, we often factor in a discount of what to expect when we arrive. However, in this case, the house was basically brand new. It was very contemporary, well maintained (everything worked as described) and clean. In my opinion, the photos did not do it justice. Definitely had a wow factor from the moment you enter the house. When I think of this house, several words come to mind. Space, comfort, tranquility and quality. With 8 bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms, and massive living areas, the house is (let's hear it Donald) "huge". Most of the young and not so young ones really enjoyed the cinema and the rumpus room, while the rest of us spent a lot of time at the alfresco/deck area overlooking the crystal blue pool and the canal. It really was pure bliss. The location of Luxe on Lotus was spot on. Genuinely a close walk to cafe's and dining options, as well as shopping at Pacific Fair. We were very happy at Luxe on Lotus. The management staff at Elite was great. We look forward to staying here again on our next trip.
"Perfect for large families" Loved our stay here,very clean and comfortable house with everything you need for relaxed stay. so close to pacific fair and lots of fantastic restaurants.
"Beautiful luxury property!" – As 2 families who holiday together, Luxe on Lotus provided everything we needed: loads of space, a variety of living zones, a large outdoor entertaining area, and a pool to boot! Shops, beach and cafes were just a stroll away so everyone's tastes were well catered for. Definitely recommended for families who need space particularly those with tweens……
"Best Property Ever" – all the people were very impressed loved it and would use this property again.
"Awesome property, great family escape" – We had an amazing week here with 6 adults & 6 kids. Luxe on Lotus was an amazing property with everything you could possibly want and more. The kids loved the games room, fished out the back everyday, they didn't want to leave. Highly recommended
"Brilliant Property" – Thank you Elite Properties and to all your team. My family and I (16 of us) had the most fabulous time for my 50th birthday. This property exceeded our expectations on many levels. A plethora of beautiful bathrooms, brilliant games room with pool table and ping pong which we all spent so much time laughing together in, the in house cinema room, well stocked kitchen and such a convenient location. 10 out of 10 from us for a great stay and especially awesome memories. Highly recommended!


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Cities/Areas We Visited
- Monte Carlo (August 27-28, 2008)
Places We Stayed
- Hotel Alexandra (August 27-28, 2008)
Places We Ate
- Stars N Bars – Nachos, cheeseburger and fries. Enough said.
Things We Did
- Visited the ostentatious Monte Carlo Casino
- Sat in a cafe near the Monte Carlo Casino and watched the wealth pass us by
Country Facts
- Capital City: Monte Carlo
- Currency: Euro
- Exchange Rate: 0.67 Euro to $1 ($1.48 to 1 Euro)


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Monday, August 27, 2007
An artist must reach some kind of understanding about his own objectives as an artist. Despite involvement in many juried shows, awards, and possibly countless praises about one's work, selling this artwork is another matter. Thus, the same people who praise your work are usually those that make no effort to buy it. Hence, other than falling into the trap of artistic self-pity, the artist must appreciate the only constant that remains, that is, the nourishment he attains by the process of creating art.
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November 10, 2008
Funny, funny, funny. That's how I choose to remember the 90's. A decade often remembered for bringing us the angst-ridden crunch of Grunge music and the commercialization of the Goth image, was also the source of some of great and numerous yuks! Although I enjoyed finding "the funny" through the mediums of television and film, there was another form that made its mark on me and my friends during this most "Whatever" of decades: The Comedy Album.
Whether on audio cassette or compact disc I could always turn to this age-old form of comedy for guaranteed laughs. A time-tested method of giving folks the giggles, comedy albums helped launch the careers of famous comedians like Steve Martin, Bob Newhart and Bill Cosby who eventually moved their way into television and film stardom. Continuing in their tradition, comedians of the 90's proved that you didn't need to see their faces to recognize real humor. What follows is a list of MY top 5 comedy albums of the 90's, enjoy.
Disclaimer: Although they are all "Bleeped" out, this article does contain some profanities in the quotes from the albums.
5. Weird Al Yankovic-"Off The Deep End"(1992)
This 1992 release by the master of comical pop music parodies was one of his most successful, reaching #17 on the Billboard Music charts. Part of that success may have to do with the cover of the album which was a take off on Nirvana's "Nevermind" with a naked Al replacing the baby in the pool and the dollar with a doughnut.
I say this contributed to the success of the album because it's very likely that less attentive folks grabbed Al's album thinking it was Nirvana's, but once they heard the hilarity of songs like "I Can't Watch This" that manages to skewer both MC Hammer's "U Can't Touch This" and all cable TV programming of the era, they didn't care.
Everyone I knew had this album and it surprised me. For the longest time if I didn't listen to Guns N' Roses I was considered an outcast, but suddenly it was cool to listen to Weird Al. I can't say I blame the new "Friends of Al" for jumping on the bandwagon.
The Oreo-centric "The White Stuff" was a direct parody of "The Right Stuff" by NKOTB that left the listener in stitches and little hungry. The infamous lip-synching duo of Milli Vanilli are made an even bigger laughing stock with "The Plumbing Song" which flushes their two biggest hits "Blame It On The Rain" and "Baby Don't Forget My Number" down the toilet.
While my favorite songs are not parodies (I prefer "Airline Amy" and "When I Was Your Age") the cultural significance of the album is what makes it so great. These songs are a fun snapshot of the celebrities and trends of the era, that still make me laugh (maybe even harder now) every time I listen to them.
4. Brian Regan-"Live"(1997)
A straight stand-up comedy album, 1997's "Brian Regan: Live" is a relatable collection of crazy childhood stories and everyday observations as told by a man who sounds like a sarcastic 35-year-old 6th grader with ADD. His anecdotes often start out with a fairly reasonable embarrassing moment, which then degenerates into nervous, insane rambling trying to cover up for his idiocy.
For example, "I was saying good bye to some friends the other day and I was saying take care, but decided to say good luck in the middle of it. So it came out, take...luck. Take luck and care. Take care of the luck you might have. If you have luck, take it, care for it. That's all I'm trying to say, that's all I'm getting at...if you think about it."
Another hilarious story involves frantic last minute science fair project preparation that ends up with the creation of the amazing Cup of Dirt, which is as Brian explains, "A cup, with dirt IN it, I call it cup of dirt". Mr. Regan also recounts his complete ineptness at little league baseball, being relegated to right field and only hanging out until his obsession with the promise of snow cones is satisfied. "Hey, Brian what's the score?" "GRAPE! I want a grape snow cone...Even if you only play a half game, you still get a whole snow cone, so I'd rather play a half game, I'd rather play a half game."
The humor of these stories never gets old and the CD can be listened to over and over again. Until of course, you begin trying to perform it for all your family and friends who eventually get so fed up they fling the CD off into the ocean, never to be seen again. But you've got an ace up your sleeve, having listened to the album 100+ times you have it memorized and short of a lobotomy they 'aint gonna have a lot of luck getting it out of your brain. Suckers!
3. John Pinette-"Show Me The Buffett"(1998)
The star of our next comedy album is probably best remembered by Retro-Junkers as the chubby, Miss Musso-obsessed Coach Hank Kohler on the classic early 90's TV series "Parker Lewis Can't Lose". John presents himself as a "Large Mammal" who likes to eat and lives with the consequences of his actions.
Sticking with the buffet theme, John tells us what the monkey wrench in the buffet system really is, "Skinny people! You don't stand there browsing, you GRAB and MOVE, GRAB and MOVE! I'm like a ninja up there. I don't even know what I've got until I get back to the table."
Other topics include Japanese tourists mistaking him for "Free Willy", sending wheat to starving nations as a solution to world hunger ("I have no recipes for wheat") and the dangers of saying "Feed me I'm starving" at an Italian restaurant. What sells the stories is the screaming, ranting and raving that sounds like a Sam Kinison on helium or a really angry cartoon character.
The centerpiece of Mr. Pinette's act is the harrowing tale of his trip to the grand opening of a Chinese buffet. After John and his "Large Mammal" friends arrive to take advantage of the All-You-Can-Eat offer, the owner stops them at the door stating, "We closed" To which John replies, "It says Grand Opening, pal."
After a few hours of surviving the poison buffet food ("I give them enough MSG to kill an elephant!") the very concerned restaurant owner comes out and says, "You here 4 hour, why you here 4 hour? You scare my wife! You go now!"
When John and his friends come back another day the owner attempts to deter them by saying, "No buffet here, we dry clean now. Leave your jacket, be ready Friday!" All in all, this is the most memorable moment of the CD.
2. Adam Sandler-"What The Hell Happened To Me?"(1996)
Back before Adam Sandler became tragically immature and unfunny, this CD provided a million and one laughs that made us look forward to the Opera Man's future. Hot on the heels of the yuck-fests known as "Billy Madison" and "Happy Gilmore", this album had everything Adam Sandler had been known for outrageous skits and silly songs performed to perfection.
The birth place of "The Chanukah Song" (although it had been performed on SNL), this album also spawned other songs that found their way on the radio and MTV. The Reggae-tinged "Ode To My Car" which contains the unforgettable repeating chorus, "Piece of sh** car, I got a piece of sh** car" actually played on the radio for several weeks with car horn sound effect covering up the every-other-word swearing. The forgettable "Steve Polychronopolous" even had a music video that was in regular airplay on MTV for some reason. Eventually the album spawned an HBO special that brought some of the album's characters to life. The real gems on the album are the skits, however.
"Joining the Cult" is the hilarious story of Sandler trying to convince his friend to join a cult with him over a game of hoops because as he eventually reveals, "There's a girl I wanna meet there, what the f***'s your problem?" When Sandler tries to tell his friend it's a good deal because he gets a free haircut, the friend asks, "Is it a nice haircut?" To which Sandler responds angrily, "It's gonna be a HAIRCUT, alright? You go in there, say you want a haircut, they're gonna f***in' cut your hair. You're going in and saving $5.00, does f***in' do it!" Does the friend join the cult? You'll have to listen and find out.
"The Farting Hypnotist" is a classic that reunites Sandler with SNL cast member Kevin Nealon who plays the lying Hypnotherapist. Sandler claims he is going in to be cured of his smoking and every time Nealon attempts to put him under he breaks wind. When Sandler questions the familiar sound, the Hypnotist first calmly blames the new leather on the couch, then his secretary, then the patient himself saying, "That time that was you."
Sandler, laughing in disbelief says, "It wasn't me" Nealon continues, "That was you and maybe we can deal with it in another session, but right now it's the smoking." The best part of the skit is the fact that Sandler can't keep it straight and is constantly laughing throughout as Nealon very serenely tries to convince him that he is not the one farting.
"The Goat" was the most quoted of the skits between my friends and I in Junior High. Basically a bunch of Stoners sneak onto "The Old Man's" property to introduce their friend Robert to the talking goat who lives in the back of a pick-up truck. The goat sounds like an old man from Mexico by way of Eastern Europe, with a surplus of attitude and an extreme desire to get away from the Old Man's pick up truck for some partying.
The Stoners tell the Goat that they are on their way to Reggae festival, which excites the Goat, "Oh, the Ragu festival, I heard about that on the AM radio....It's not the MTZ, like you kids listen to, but...you know, take me into the mosh pit, pass me around, Crank it up, F*****s!".
The Goat also laments the treatment by the neighborhood kids and plots his revenge, "They are always calling me stinky nuts and throwing things. You know Garaputo? That fat sh**? He threw a cinder block at my head, chipped one of my horns. One day he's going to get too close to the pick-up truck and I'll bite his f***in' ear off, man! You f*** with me, you get F****d with!"
Sandler's subsequent albums and films were terrible (with the exception of "The Wedding Singer" and the skit "Whitey" from his comedy album "Stan and Judy's Kid"). This album marks a moment of brilliance that was never recaptured.
1. The Jerky Boys (1993)
One of the oldest gags in the book is the crank call. Everyone has tried it at least once and by age 11 some people have actually become pretty good at it. But there are only two people who can claim to be masters of the art form, they are the New York "Tough Guys" known as The Jerky Boys. Johnny B. and Kamal move beyond the simple one-liners and into the realm of surreal, reality bending mischief as they take on the persona of various characters and engage in phony conversations with real people.
A great example comes in the form of the "Super Across the Way" call, in which Johnny B. calls up an apartment building and asks for the resident handyman, Bret Weir. The man on the line starts asking too many questions to clarify the intent of the call causing "The Super" to respond angrily with, "Look, Jerky, I don't need to talk to you." Caught off guard by the rudeness of The Super, the man on the line responds inquisitively, "You don't need to talk to me?" The wasted time sets off The Super who yells in a rage, "Get Bret Weir, I said!"
Eventually the man comes back and says Bret is not available to which the super responds, "This is the Super across the way. Now he's was supposed to take care of some business for me and I'm very angry with that little jerk. Now I'm gonna break his F****n' head. And don't make me come down there for you either TOUGH GUY. You tell him to call ME!" Bewildered the man confirms, "The Super across the way?" which is answered by The Super with the definitive, "You got it , Punk!"
The hilarity comes from a mix of the imagined situation the callers are faced with and their ultimate response to the sincerity and vulgarity of whichever character the Jerky Boys are channeling at that moment. Usually the calls are answering a want ad from the newspaper, with the completely unqualified character looking for employment.
Frank/Paul Rizzo is the foul-mouthed character most often looking for a job. Whether as an auto mechanic, asbestos removal technician or moving van driver, Frank calls everybody "Fruitcake" or "Sizzle Chest" as a term of endearment.
Another character included on the album is the senile, old Jewish man, Sol Rosenberg. Sal is found suffering from hemorrhoids, a bad glasses prescription, an M-80 exploding in his hand or seeking legal advice and eventually claiming he will sue the lawyer, too!
The funniest call (IMO) is a plea for help to a plumber entitled "Uncle Freddie". The call starts with an old man named Kissel calling a plumber and claiming that they were supposed to be at his home, "4 hours ago to fix my sink, water, there's water all over the place". The Plumber denies any knowledge of the call, but given more false info by Kissel he begins to pretend he does remember, but was unclear of the details. Kissel puts his obviously disturbed son Anthony on the line, claiming he was the one who made the appointment.
Out of nowhere Anthony asks the plumber, "Are you Uncle Freddy?" In shock the Plumber answers, "No. There's no Uncle Fred here." Distraught, Anthony begins to ramble on nonsensically, "Then Uncle Freddy's not there. Oh, nooooooo. I can't talk to my Father." Anthony can then be heard putting the phone down and telling the other people in the room, "He said Uncle Freddy Died".
Kissel jumps back on the line screaming, "Uncle Freddy died? Martha, Uncle Freddy Died (A woman screams in the background) They killed him! Oh, geez...I'm gonna come down there and I'm gonna break your F****n' legs, you killed Uncle Freddy...you killed him and now you wanna kill me, right?" Eventually the Plumber snaps out of his shock and asks the perfect question, "What is wrong with you?"
To answer his question, nothing is wrong with The Jerky Boys, they are hilarity at its finest. Their wacky adventures will instill laughter forever, because nothing dates the material, it is universal and out of time in its simplicity. My friends and I listened to The Jerky Boys every day after school for about 3 months straight and it never got old. Classic.
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