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This is a major coup for Acorn TV.
The North American streaming service has secured the exclusive U.S. streaming rights to the upcoming fifth season of BBC One's Line Of Duty in a deal with Kew Media Distribution. They replace Hulu as the U.S. home to Jed Mercurio's thriller.
"We're delighted that Acorn TV will be the new home of Line of Duty in the States, and pleased that Season 5 will transmit concurrently with the BBC", Mercurio said in a statement. "No spoilers!"
Created by Jed Mercurio, Line Of Duty follows police anti-corruption unit AC-12. The drama series is produced by World Productions and stars Vicky McClure, Martin Compston, Adrian Dunbar, Maya Sondhi, Polly Walker, Aiysha Hart, Tony Pitts and Andrea Irvine. Mercurio is the showrunner and serves as an executive producer alongside Simon Heath and Priscilla Parish for World Productions, and Tommy Bulfin for BBC One. Production is underway in Belfast, Norther Ireland, ahead of a 2019 premiere.
Plot details about season five are being kept under wraps, but it will follow AC-12 on a new case nearly two years on from the events of season four. Stephen Graham (Boardwalk Empire), Rochenda Sandall (Girlfriends), Taj Atwal (Stella), Richard Pepple (Motherland), Susan Vidler (The Coroner), Sian Reese-Williams (Hidden), Ace Bhatti (No Offence) and Elizabeth Rider (Doctor Foster) are joining the cast for season five
Acorn TV has been on a tear of late. In addition to poaching the U.S. rights to Line Of Duty, the streaming service, via the UK based Acorn Media Enterprises, has been making a major push into originals. They started down that path with a second season order for Agatha Raisin after it was cancelled by original commissioning broadcaster Sky One (who last month in an about-face, acquired the new season). Other scripted originals in the pipe-line include London Kills and Queens Of Mystery.
"Acorn TV continues to rapidly grow and remains the go-to destination for the very best in British television as exemplified in our newest acquisition. Line of Duty has always been one of our favorite British thrillers as creator Jed Mercurio and World Productions continue to deliver nail-biting cliffhangers with every new season", said Don Klees, Vice President of Programming for Acorn brands at RLJ Entertainment. "Given Season 4's huge success on BBC One as one of the top-rated UK programs of 2017, Acorn TV has secured a major coup in acquiring the exclusive U.S. premiere of Season 5 from our friends at Kew Media Distribution. With the addition of Season 4 on November 26, we're excited for our subscribers to catch-up on the latest season as we await new episodes in 2019."
Acorn TV Nabs Exclusive U.S. Rights To BBC One's 'Line Of Duty' – TVWise
This is a major coup for Acorn TV.


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BEYOND at the City Museum 24th June
Meanwhile, as part of Leeds' Learning Disability Week the BEYOND organisations bring you a free showcase day at the City Museum featuring dance, performance, workshops, activities and visual art from Artlink, The Bridge / Health for All, Northern Ballet, Practically Theatre, Purple Patch Arts and Pyramid of Arts.
When? 12pm – 4pm, Saturday 24th June
Where? Leeds City Museum, Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 8BH
Cost? Entry to the museum and this event is free

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Tabitha St. Bernard
Owner & Designer, Tabii Just
Tabitha St. Bernard is the co-founder and designer of Tabii Just, a Zero Waste clothing line designed and manufactured in the US. Drawing on Tabitha's rich Trinidadian heritage, the aesthetic of Tabii Just is a marriage of Caribbean flair and Brooklyn edge, resulting in vibrant prints done in stream-lined silhouettes. Tabii Just has been featured in People StyleWatch, NY1 and Style Blazer among others. Many strong women have been spotted in Tabii Just, from Orange Is The New Black's Danielle Brooks to Deputy Mayor Alicia Glen. Tabitha is a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology. She honed her skills while interning at Vivienne Tam and working at Tahari ASL. Tabii Just clothing is manufactured in facilities that uphold fair labor practices in the US. Tabii Just clothing also maintains Zero Waste ideals in regards to fabric. None of the fabric used to make the clothing is discarded. Tabitha has been named one of Fashion Bomb Daily's 5 Designers You Should Know and one of Brooklyn Magazine's 10 Eco-Friendly Designers To Know Right Now.
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In case you are using on the Greyhound bus for the first time you undoubtedly have plenty of questions. And if you're anything like me you might be probably just a little nervous good news is that help is on the way in which! Below I've complied ten ideas that I take advantage of at any time when I travel on Greyhound that I know will help you may have a profitable journey in addition to ease some of your pre-trip jitters. Almost any college pupil can save enough money to travel if it is a precedence. Take a moment and think about the large quantities of cash you spend on new garments, computer systems and phones that do more than you need them to, and going out to see films. While you're brushing your tooth, use your bottled water to rinse your mouth and even toothbrush. Don't swallow any water within the shower.
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Wet Process Stations – Manual Wet Benches
Manual Wet Bench Stations for Clean Room Applications
Modutek's wet process manual stations are available in a wide variety of configurations and can be tailored to meet your requirements. Standard construction will support both acid and solvent applications. Our standard wet bench stations give you all of the process and safety features as our fully automated or semi-automated wet benches without the additional cost for robotics. Our electrical and mechanical engineers prepare sign off drawings for each wet bench station order. Our 40 plus years of continues business operation gives you the satisfaction you deserve. All process, etching or cleaning components are built and designed in-house giving you complete turnkey support.
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Monday, May 05, 2008
I think I have discovered the mildest of errors in the pattern as printed, but I'm not quite sure. The idea is, you do two triangles from one side, constituting one "wedge", and then switch over and do two from the other. There are five rows of garter stitch between same-edge triangles. When you're switching sides, I think it says to do six rows of garter stitch for the switch in one direction, and eight in the other.
It's all concealed in instructions to repeat certain rows, and even now I'm not quite sure. I have settled down, anyway, with six rows of garter stitch for the switch in either direction – and the early instances where I did eight are completely undetectable.
Shandy, I agree about that lace tunic in IK. I like that too, and hesitated. But I can't imagine it looking good on any of my loved ones, not even Cathy, who is small and fashionable. Whereas I can at least think about knitting the Mari Lynn Patrick "Blue Lagoon Redux" from VK for her – could she wear it over a shirt? Surely.
I like your silk-lined scarf, and it reminded me that there is some silk fabric in my stash cupboard which it is tine I did something with.
Donna, you must mean "Knitting with Handspun Yarns" when you refer to Lisa Lloyd's book. Amazon says it hasn't been released here yet. (So how come they're offering used copies?) I'll keep an eye on it.
I love the Koigu socks you knit. How are they wearing (Koigu being pure wool)? Did you reinforce heel or toe?
I have enough Araucania yarn left over from the rather-too-short sweater I knit for Alexander's son James-the-Younger, to knit a pair of socks for Alexander himself. It might amuse both father and son. The yarn isn't billed as a sock yarn, but it's 25% poly-what's-it, like sock yarns, and has a firm twist, so why not?
Barbara, I can't get through to my website either, this morning. I hope it'll come back. The story there is that when I switched to broadband, I assumed I would still have some "free" webspace such as was supplied with my dial-up subscription. But no. For a year I kept the dial-up subscription running as well, for the sake of the webspace, and then decided that was ridiculous and found somewhere else to put my stuff – but I've never finished getting it back up.
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Polyamide is just a fancy way of saying nylon - in the same way that viscose is rayon.ReplyDelete
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I agree with your musings over the verb "forge". However, I don't agree that the meaning is clear. Is she forging ahead with her knitting or is she urging knitting forward or is she encouraging people to knit? I can't imagine an editor allowing that one through.ReplyDelete
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Lisa Lloyd's new book, A Fine Fleece, Knitting with Handspun Yarns (from Potter Craft) is out. It's full of lovely, classic sweaters that are each shown knit in handspun and in yarns that are available from yarn shops, a nice compromise for those of us who have still managed to avoid another fiber addiction! I knit and weave.... my house is full of fiber and ewuipment for those two activities... there is no room for a spinning wheel too!ReplyDelete
I bought the book at my local Barnes and Noble on Saturday and spent Sunday enjoying it.
Barbara M.
That's the book - it's so lovely that I'm seconds away from ordering my first drop spindle, mad enough to think I can learn to spin a sweater's worth of yarn. Thanks for the compliment on the Koigu socks - I didn't reinforce the heel, but I also know my mother is not one to walk around in her stocking feet, so they should hold up okay. I knit her a pair out of woolier sock yarn (Fortissima, I think) and they're wearing like iron.ReplyDelete


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ISIS and anti-Assad rebels are using an amphetamine called 'Captagon' to stay on their toes while raging with jihad and vengeance in Syria.
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Made out of easily available legal substances, this drug was first created in the sixties to treat hyperactivity, narcolepsy and depression but was banned in eighties for being too addictive.
While cheap to make, it has a street value of $20 (£12.90) and revenues from its sale reaches into the millions of dollars – part of which is believed to be used by the Islamic State and other militia groups in Syria to buy weapons.
Lebanese psychiatrist, Ramzi Haddad, told the Guardian that Captagon has 'the typical effects of a stimulant' and produces 'a kind of euphoria – you're talkative, you don't sleep, you don't eat, you're energetic.'
According to some reports, it is not only Anti Assad and Isis fighters who have been taking the drug to stay awake during long battles and night missions – but that an increasing number of demoralised Syrian civilians have been resorting to the drug.
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(AllHipHop News) Want that LL Cool J album Authentic before its April 30th release date? Amazon is currently streaming the album in its entirety.
The 14th studio album for the legendary rapper includes a multitude of artists from varying genres. Public Enemy head MC Chuck D, Eddie Van Halen, Seal and Travis Barker are a few of the artists. The diversity of this album was a pre-planned intention according to LL via press release:
"With AUTHENTIC, I wanted to work on a project that showed my genuine love for all music." "Collaborating with these myriad of artists was an amazing experience and this album got me back to my roots and is for the fans across all generations who love real music too."
The album includes the controversial single "Accidental Racist" featuring Country Music crooner Brad Paisley. While the polarizing song has drawn the ire of many, it has attained support from one of high profile guests on Authentic, Snoop Lion. In a recent interview with Wall Street Journal's daughter site Speakeasy the Reincarnated MC said he did not hear the controversy in the song. Lion stated fans should simply appreciate the music or not:
"Just shut the f— up and enjoy the music or don't. There's too much put on what we do. It's just like a movie, or art, or expression, it's not mean to create so much controversy. Be glad that LL Cool J and Brad Paisley made a record together, that two people from different genres were able to make a record together. Look at the positivity of it all."
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Guest Post by Nancy Gerlach in Chelem, Yucatán
Cooking meats in the pibil method dates back to Pre-Columbian times and variations of these dishes can be found in just every restaurant that features local cuisine throughout the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico. This method of cooking is done in a pit lined with stones called a pibil which were the center of the Mayan community. This is a easier variation that can be done on the grill or in a smoker, and doesn't require digging a pit in your back yard. Achiote paste is made with annatto seeds, which is used both a spice and an orange coloring agent. I prefer using the paste, rather that the seeds which are as easy to grind as steel ball bearings. Güero chiles are substituted for the usual xcatic chiles which are impossible to find outside of the area. Banana leaves can be found in Asian markets, but you can also use aluminum foil. Pibils are traditionally served with pickled red onions. Note: This recipe requires advance preparation.
Achiote Marinade:
- 10 whole black peppercorns
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 habanero chiles, stem and seeds removed
- 2 tablespoons achiote paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano, Mexican preferred
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh preferred
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- 1 2 pound chicken, cut in serving size pieces or 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 fresh banana or güero chiles, stems and seeds removed, cut in strips
- 1 small red onion, sliced and separated into rings
- 4 sprigs fresh epazote or substitute 1 tablespoon dried (omit if not available)
- 4 tablespoons margarine
- Banana leaves
- Cebollas Encuridas (Pickled Red Onions), see recipe below.
Place the peppercorns and cumin seeds in a spice or coffee grinder and process to a fine powder. Combine the powder with the garlic and habanero chile and place in a blender or food processor and puree.
Combine the spice mixture, achiote, oregano, bay leaves, and lime juice. Put the chicken in a non-reactive pan and prick with a fork. Pour the marinade over the chicken and marinate overnight or for 24 hours in the refrigerator.
To make 4 packets, cut 8 pieces of string about 6 inches long. Lay the strings down on a flat surface, place 4 banana leaves on top of the strings. Place a chicken on each the leaves along with the marinade and top with the chiles and onions. Place a little epazote on each breast along with a tablespoon of margarine. Fold the banana leaves over the meat and tie with the strings.
Place on the grill over indirect heat and cook for 1 hours, or in a smoker on the grill with pan of water between the coals and the wrapped chicken to keep the chicken juicy.
Serve the chicken with warm corn tortillas, pickled onions, and black beans.
Yield: 4 servings
Heat Scale: Mild to Medium
Cebollas Encuridas (Pickled Red Onions)
These colorful onions are a traditional accompaniment to pibil dishes. Found on virtually every table throughout the Yucatan, they will keep for a long time in the refrigerator.
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 5 black peppercorns
- 3 allspice berries
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, Mexican preferred
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup white vinegar
- Salt
Place the onions in a bowl and pour boiling water over them. Let them sit for 1 minute and then drain. Discard the water.
Coarsely grind the peppercorns, allspice, and cumin seeds in a spice or coffee grinder. Add to the onions.
Add the remaining ingredients, and enough water to barely cover. Allow the mixture to marinate for a couple hours to blend the flavors.
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You may have a claim even though you think you have an unwinnable case
At The Personal Injury Lawyers, we are often met with surprise and gratitude when we advise an accident victim they may have a claim for what they thought was an unwinnable case.
We've outlined some circumstances you may not realise you may be able to claim for…
1. Pedestrians injured whilst not using a crossing
Pedestrians are required to obey road rules, such as:
Using a crossing if one is located within 20 metres; and
Waiting for traffic to stop at a marked crossing
However, if a pedestrian is injured by a motor vehicle while failing to obey these rules, the pedestrian is not automatically disqualified from claiming compensation.
The reason is that motorists owe a very high duty of care to users of roads, including pedestrians.
Motorists must always be on the lookout for potential accidents, including accidents caused by unexpected behaviour of other drivers or pedestrians.
The duty of care of motorists is higher, for example, when children are in the area
How the courts usually deal with a pedestrian's own wrongdoing is through 'contributory negligence'.
In Manley v Alexander, the pedestrian was intoxicated, wearing dark clothing and lying on the side of the roadway.
The pedestrian's car accident lawyer pursued the claim to the High Court, who found the driver who struck the pedestrian had been negligent, but assessed the pedestrian's contributory negligence at 70%, and reduced the pedestrian's claim by an equivalent percentage.[A]
2. Animal Attacks
The law surrounding injuries caused by (or in relation to) animals is complex, particularly in Queensland.
Generally, if a person is bitten by a dog, and the owner knew that the dog had a propensity to bite and sufficient precautions weren't taken, an injured person can sue the owner of the dog.
The practical reality then becomes whether the owner has relevant insurance, such as public liability insurance, to cover the cost of the claim.
In relation to animals that stray onto roads, Queensland is somewhat unique as its common law grants immunity to owners of land whose cattle stray onto a highway and cause accidents or injuries to motorists. [B]
Whilst there are of course exceptions to the rule, the Queensland Court of Appeal has considered the immunity as recently as 2006.[C]
3. Unpaid (i.e. "gratuitous") care
In Queensland, some claimants are able to claim the equivalent cost of cleaning or care provided to them gratuitously, that is, without payment, by family or friends.
If the Civil Liability Act 2003 (Qld) applies to the claim, the care must meet be provided for at least six hours per week for at least six months in order to be claimed.
In McQuitty v Midgley & Anor,[D] the accident victim suffered a head injury and other significant injuries and received care in the form of supervision from his mother and various others.
The injured plaintiff contacted a personal injury lawyer who took the claim to trial.
The motor accident victim was awarded a compensation payout which included $1,049,412.00 for past gratuitous care, and $1,548,688.05 for future gratuitous care.
[A] Austlii 2005
[B] Searle v Wallbank [1947] AC 341
[C] Austlii 2006
Claims Have Time Limits
There is only a small window in which you can make compensation claims in Queensland
Even if you think your actions may have contributed to your injury, you may still have a claim well-worth pursuing
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eBay Motors app infographic
We expected the eBay Motors app to arrive in March, but it missed that deadline by a couple of months. Now that it's finally arrived, can the app redeem itself by preserving eBay's standing as a worthwhile shopping destination?
There's no denying that eBay has lost luster over the past few years. When the site launched in 1995, it was heralded as a paradise of laissez-faire economics -- a wonderland where value and demand were linked, and grandmothers could become overnight millionaires by unloading Lladro figurines.
As eBay grew, however, it became increasingly difficult for users to find things they needed. Savvy sellers included keywords to lure searchers to unrelated lots. Shoppers began migrating toward more curated marketplaces. Even the equally large Amazon trumped eBay with its popular "recommendations" feature.
To eBay's credit, the company got into the mobile game very early, launching one of the first apps in Apple's App Store. But that hasn't made the site's search function any better -- in fact, given the smaller screens on mobile devices, search is now more frustrating than ever. The situation is only going to deteriorate as a recent survey of mobile phone users found that more people would rather shop from their phones and tablets than from a PC.
Add those facts together, and eBay has some ground to recover. The company is putting a lot of its eggs in the basket of eBay Motors -- a sub-site where tinkerers and fix-it-yourselfers still go to find the stuff they need. Can the eBay Motors app save the day?
At this point, no.
Upon first glance, the app seems promising. Crack it open, and you're given the chance to create an online "garage" for your cars. In the best of all possible worlds, you'd be able to store your vehicle data here, then quickly find parts and accessories that fit your needs.
Sadly, that isn't how it works. For starters, eBay Motors doesn't have a full auto database. It maintains a record of models available by year -- so if you punch in "Ford" and "2010", you can select your model from a list -- but that's it. You even need to type in the sort of transmission on your ride, which doesn't inspire a lot of confidence. A full database -- like the kind found on nearly any classified site -- would give users some options to choose from and provide a veneer of reliability.
But the worst part is that search is still a nightmare. During our test run, we had two options when searching: (1) we could hit "search" and get a full list of parts and accessories for our vehicle, which numbered in the hundreds, or (2) we could enter some search terms (after enabling that function in the "refine" submenu) and somehow get even more listings than there were before -- most of which were irrelevant.
We're big fans of eBay Motors, but at this point, the app works better in theory than in practice. Here's hoping that eBay gives it a tune-up in future updates.The eBay Motors app is currently available for iPhone only and can be downloaded by clicking here.


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The Seaside REP Presents…
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Darden Smith!
Darden has crticially acclaimed albums, recorded from NY to Nashville and London to Los Angeles, weave together, rock, pop, country, folk and Americana influences with the musical roots of his home state of Texas.
See him 04/09/2012 – 7:30pm at the Seaside Repertory Theatre (32459 Quincy Circle 850-231-0733)


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Planning to buy a new home in the near future? You've surely thought of the positioning of furniture and interior design, but have you also considered the Feng Shui of the house?
Feng means "wind" and Shui means "water".
The combination of both wind and water is associated with good health. Thus, good Feng Shui promises good fortune, happiness, and a combination of other harmonious vibrations.
Feng Shui is the subtle art of balance and harmonization of energies in any given space. It has it's own impact on some of the interior design or the architectural layout of a property or space.
Those who practice Feng Shui put a lot of thought into it before buying a property. The determining factor to their purchase decision will in the end be the quality of energy that surrounds the property.
Speaking of surroundings, good Feng Shui calls for the outer environment of the house to be a little less balanced, with a bigger sized backyard compared to a bigger front yard.
The main focus of a house with good Feng Shui?
A sturdy front door that receives the energy or otherwise known as Chi. The things to look at for a good front door is its size and proportion as well as the pathway that leads to it. But also hold in mind to ensure that all the doors in the house do not have a direct door alignment because this will cause a loss of energy as there is a strong rush of Chi.
To maintain the good energy flow of Chi in the house, several factors should be considered in the house selection. Is it good to note whether the staircase is facing the front door, bathroom or closet door? Is there a wall as soon as you come in? And whether the upstairs bathroom is above the front door? Best to avoid all of these to keep the good energy embodiment.
Though there's always a negative side of things to balance out positive energy.
For Feng Shui, it is called the Sa Chi, which is also known as the attacking or killing energy.
Attacking energy can be found either outside or inside of a house. A cluttered house, with lack of order, will result in an indoor Sa Chi environment. A method to reduce this is to do space clearing every once in a while.
Sa Chi also comes from a sharp angle wall that is pointing towards your bed. This 'poison arrow' gives out attacking energy directed towards your body, so keep in mind where you place your bed in your home.
To prevent Sa Chi energy from entering your house from the outside, it is best to ensure that there are no sharp objects or structures pointed towards your doors or windows. An example of this would be if a big bare tree branch was pointing towards your door.
These elements are crucial if you are looking for a house with good Feng Shui and minimal Sa Chi.
But what are some extra signs that say its a good one?
Some things that you should look out for is the surrounding environment. Is your future home close to a T-junction or railroad? Does the backyard have a slope? A good method to enhance your outdoor Feng Shui is to create a beautiful garden outside your house.
Second, is a clear flow or Chi rush of from front door. Good energy should be able to enter the property without anything blocking its path. Your main entrance also plays an important role, where the moment you first step in the house, what is the first thing you see? Is the view from your entrance blocked with a bathroom or stairs? A good flow of energy is where the energy is channeled throughout all the room.
Always keep an eye on the Feng Shui vibe in your kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. These three common areas play an important role in the overall Feng Shui of your house and is fundamental for a house with good feng shui.
And lastly, once you build a strong foundation, this energy should be maintained regularly, to keep it flowing rather than having it blocked or becoming stagnant by clutter. So it is important to do some space clearing from time to time.
Good Feng Shui means good energy, and good energy makes up the idealistic lifestyle people are always searching for. This will help you to sell the house in the future, so it is worthwhile to spend some time and effort to take care of the property's Feng Shui energy.
If you are looking for a new home with a good Feng Shui vibe, head on to Bumbung.co to find your next ideal home.
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The Rogue One trailer confirmed most of what we already knew about this Star Wars spinoff. A Rebellion crew must steal the plans for the first Death Star so they can destroy it. The story takes place between Episode III and Episode IV. It's been billed as a boots-on-the-ground look at the life of Rebel soldiers. Just think: Saving Private Ryan in space.
But we also have a few new facts, like that British actress Felicity Jones plays Jyn Erso, a criminal sent on a mission to steal the plans. (See a full explainer of the trailer here.)
I'm not here to answer all of your questions—only LucasFilm president and Force Awakens producer Kathleen Kennedy can do that. I'm just here to tickle your brain with a few queries and maybe point out a few details you missed on the first watch. Here we go. SPOILERS FOR THE FORCE AWAKENS AHEAD.
Is Jyn Erso Rey's mom?
Let's address the most obvious rumor first: Jyn Erso is the mother of Rey (Daisy Ridley) from The Force Awakens. People have been trying to figure out Rey's parentage since December. Could she be the daughter of Luke? Han and Leia? (My personal favorite theory is that she's the granddaughter of Obi-Wan.)
Now we have another potential parent in the mix with Felicity Jones' character. They certainly are both handy with a gun. But we don't see any signs of Jyn being able to use the Force in this movie, and the Force is very strong with Rey—for what that's worth.
Who is the dude in the white cape?
Looks like an Imperial officer of some sort played by Ben Mendelsohn. One fan theory is that he's playing Grand Moff Tarkin from the original trilogy — or if he's another Moff, a title given to Imperial bosses. (Some Internet folks have also questioned whether one shot shows him walking on water. I think that water is just super shallow.)
Another lineage rumor: Mendelsohn is playing the father of Jyn Erso. The theory goes that the reason the Rebels send Jyn, a criminal, to retrieve the plans is because she has an in: her father is an officer with the Empire. This might also explain why she's seen wearing a uniform with an Imperial logo on it at the end of the film. (More on that in a bit.)
Also if the original Star Wars trilogy has taught us anything, it's that everyone is related.
Who is Forest Whitaker playing?
Is he a good guy or a bad guy? He looks kind of terrifying, but not necessarily villainous. (If you look on IMDb you'll notice that most of the character names are not listed.)
Why are the Stormtroops so fashion-forward all of the sudden?
Black and gold are the new white, guys.
Who is Donnie Yen playing?
The actor and martial artist took out that Stormtrooper with just a few flicks of his wrist. Impressive considering this is a world where lightsabers and blasters exist.
Who is the guy in the black cape?
We get a very quick shot of a hooded figure in a black cape. Could this be Darth Vader?
Will Boba Fett show up? Obi-Wan?
Rumors have been swirling about which (if any) of the Episode IV characters could show up in the movie, including Vader. Mon Mothma is definitely in it. You may remember her as the woman who briefed the Rebels on the Battle of Endor plan in the original trilogy. Now she's here telling Jyn about her mission.
So will we get glimpses at other heroes and villains from the original trilogy? Boba Fett is perhaps the best contender — it's rumored he'll get his own spinoff in 2020 (after the Han Solo spinoff in 2018).
Is the Force really not going to be a part of this movie?
We finally have a Star Wars trailer without a single lightsaber. Since this is a war story about the soldiers and spies in the background of the main Star Wars films, it's likely that nobody in the movie will be able to use the Force. Then again, if that caped figure is really Vader…
Is Jyn an undercover spy or a bad guy?
Jyn is wearing an Imperial gunner uniform. Most likely this is her undercover outfit. But then again, that's what everyone thought when we saw Finn take off his Stormtrooper helmet at the beginning of the Force Awakens trailer, and he turned out to be an actual Stormtrooper, albiet one who defected). We'll have to wait and see.
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Best Nassau Attractions and Points of Interest in 2023-2024
Here are Nassau attractions in 2023-2024 not to miss on your vacation! There are plenty of attractions for kids and adults alike. Go on an adventure to the Blue Lagoon Island - Salt Cay to interact with dolphins and sea lions, dip your toes in the sand on Sandy Toes island, visit the Ardastra Gardens, visit the Pirates of Nassau museum, admire the famous Queen's Staircase, take a day trip to Paradise Island, explore Fort Fincastle, and so much more! These and other Nassau points of interest are a must-see once you visit the beautiful Bahamas!
Stuart Cove's
Underwater fans and divers cannot miss Stuart's Cove- fabulous Nassau attraction! You will get to explore the depths of the waters around the Island through scuba diving, shark diving, snorkeling, SNUBA and SUBS! Experienced divers can join the Dive Bahamas tours which offers up to 5 dives per day. Dive sites feature everything from steep vertical walls that plummet over 6000 to tranquil shallow reefs. There are locations with shipwrecks and airplane wrecks and some famous locations that were used in movies. Beginners can take a 3 hour lesson and dive with an instructor to get you hooked onto this fabulous sport, one of the best Nassau points of interest.
If you are super brave, join a shark feeding dive where you will get scarily close to these amazing creatures. For something more relaxing, snorkeling for the whole family makes a great day out and a wonderful bonding experience. If you haven't tried SNUBA, now is the time. It is Scuba diving without certification or any prior experience. Great for all ages and levels of fitness!
Photo by Joi Ito
Nassau's Blue Lagoon Island (Salt Cay) - Dolphin Encounters, Snorkeling and more!
Heading off to Blue Lagoon Island, also known as Salt Cay, offers a host of fun adventures in Nassau. This private island is a famous Nassau attraction - it welcomes all who want to experience the beauty of the Bahamas. Snorkel and scuba dive on the reefs to see the stunning colorful marine life, corals and sponges. Relax on the clean sandy white beaches and swim in the azure waters. Nature lovers can walk and hike to discover the bird and animal life in the tropical forests. Take a kayak trip and see the island from the water and then set off with the family for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure of swimming with the dolphins and encountering sea lions.
Photo by absoluteczech on Flickr.
Sandy Toes/Rose Island in Nassau
If you are one for relaxation and breathtaking scenery, take a trip to Sandy Toes, or Rose Island. First, enjoy a signature 'Sandy Toes' cocktail before making your way to the uninhabited private island a mere 4.7km away from Nassau.
The pristine private beach offers crystal clear waters which are perfect for kayaking, snorkeling and fish feeding. Join in a game of volleyball or just laze in the hammocks while being waited on. This quiet and secluded venue offers the perfect chance to totally unwind. Enjoy a buffet lunch and then sip a sundowner at the Beachfront Bar.
Ardastra Gardens, Zoo & Conservation Park in Nassau
Go back to your childhood days! The Ardastra Gardens, Zoo & Conservation Park is a great Nassau attraction for kids - an 80 year old lush tropical garden filled with birds, mammals and reptiles. The Ardastra Gardens has an incredible show of marching flamingoes, specifically trainedto follow the "orders" like soldiers. Another exciting show at this Nassau zoo is the possibility to hand-feed beautiful Lory parrots, who love apples! The zoo is open daily and makes a perfect get-away for nature lovers. Stroll along the winding paths through the gardens and discover secluded corners with a bench to relax, small bridges over ponds, archways bursting with exotic shrubs and colorful flowers, swans and exotic plants. Children will love having their picture taken with the famous Freddy the Peacock or Toby the Cockatoo. Buy a souvenir to take home to remind you of this beautiful venue.
Pirates of Nassau Museum
Becoming a pirate is a fun adventure for kids in Nassau and is the best Nassau point of interest. Take part in the Pirates of Nassau tour and have a fabulous adventure, or visit the museum by yourself. This recreation of Caribbean history brings to life the pirate days. Terrorizing the waters between 1690 -1720, these seafarers plundered and looted and ruled the oceans. The amazing museum displays all-things pirate and will enchant both adults and kids. Stroll around and learn about the Golden Age of Piracy from your knowledgeable guide. Make sure you have picture taken with your eye patch on.
Photo by David Malouf
Nassau Cruise Port
Head off to the Cruise Port - another great Nassau attraction. This bustling hive of activity is the starting point for many tours and shore excursions. You can shop up a storm in the many boutique stores and relax with a traditional dish at a restaurant. Listen to local music and soak up the vibe. The port is the launching pad for snorkeling and diving tours to some of the world's most renowned dive spots. Walk around and admire the colonial architecture, ride in a horse-drawn carriage or take a water taxi to Paradise Island. Strolling around the Cruise Port is the best way to get immersed in the history of this vibrant city.
Queen's Staircase in Nassau
If you're up for a history lesson like no other, then the famous Queen's Staircase is a must visit Nassau attraction. Friendly locals tend to greet and give an in depth lesson of how the stairwell came to be by a slave labor entirely by hand (a tip is highly appreciated!). As you climb the stairs, you are surrounded by flowers and foliage which adds to character of this attraction spot. One can either climb from the bottom up or from the top down, or both if you are up for it! The staircase is 102 feet high and has 65 steps. Slaves carved it out of solid limestone rocks, using axes and hand tools, creating a marvel of construction. The staircase was named in honor of the Queen Victoria's 65 year reign and her her role in the abolition of slavery.
Paradise Island in Nassau - Atlantis Resort
Visiting Paradise Island of the Atlantis Resort - you are in for an incredible experience! If you are among the lucky ones, here you will find Nassau attractions that appeal to all ages including the Aquaventure Water Park offering marine interactions, buzzing nightlife, casinos, fine dining and elaborate water parks. All on one island! If you don't stay at the Resort, you can obtain day passes to experience everything the Resort has to offer. After a fun filled day, take a stroll on the beach and stop by one of the many beach bars to enjoy a night cap. Paradise Island offers some of the best Nassau points of interest a host of Nassau attractions, ideal for families, groups and couples. Explore them all and make your vacation one to be remembered!
Start off at the Water Park which features over 20 million gallons of water in fabulous attractions like massive water slides, pools, real-life beaches, crazy rapids and daredevil rides for the brave. Then head off to Dolphin Cay, a huge man-made marine habitat and animal rescue centre. Swim and play with dolphins, explore a spooky underwater Atlantis and become a dolphin trainer for a day!
Marine Habitat is home to barracuda, piranha, eels, dolphins and sharks. Snorkel into the ruins and admire these amazing creatures. If you want to stay dry, observe them through the massive glass viewing windows, the experience is just as awesome!
Fort Fincastle in Nassau
With so many Nassau attractions, the options are unlimited when it comes to amazing scenery, adventure and history. Located next to the Queen's Staircase, you will find another great piece of history called Fort Fincastle. The fort served as protection for the city as well as a lighthouse for over a century. Be awed by the massive brick walls and cannons looming over the top. Inside, you will find friendly guides ready to tell you about the history behind the castle, interactive exhibits, placards explaining interesting facts and a rustic one-of-a kind souvenir shop. After experiencing all this, climb to the top of the Fort to enjoy impressive views of the Island.
Straw Market in Nassau
Bargain for locally made craft at the popular Nassau attraction - Straw Market. Head off to Straw Market for a fun-filled shopping adventure. This open-air market, nestling between the high end shops, is a traditional venue selling handmade straw crafts, souvenirs and trinkets. With friendly vendors willing to bargain, authentic crafts and craftsmen taking special requests, you are sure to find a bargain, duty free, especially if you can haggle! Buy a hat with a unique braided design, each artists has his own style! Choose a special wooden carving to take home as a gift. Stroll around and soak up the atmosphere of this world famous market.
Arawak Cay Area in Nassau
A casual and interesting Nassau attraction - Arawak Cay is where you mingle with the locals. Located 15 minutes from downtown Nassau, one will find this seafood paradise, known locally as The Fish Fry. Home to a host of local eateries with a plaza-style layout, this is the place to sample all things fishy. Get a real taste of favorites such as conch salad, fried fish, shrimp, lobster and snapper. Make sure you ask for the hot sauce made with limes and spicy peppers. The streets come alive at night, making this the perfect place to have dinner before knocking back a Kalik beer, chatting with locals and watching a fast-paced game of dominoes.
Photo by Carlitos
Fort Charlotte in Nassau
Nestled in between downtown Nassau and the Cruise Ship Port, one will find Fort Charlotte, the biggest of the forts overlooking the Nassau harbour. Like Fort Fincastle, it has never been used in battle. The forts and military formed such a major defence system that potential battles were thwarted. Take a guided tour and explore the grounds to find historical engravings made by the fort's soldiers, hidden passage ways, dark and formidable dungeons and the waterless moat. The exhibits explain the terrible conditions endured and the history behind the fort. The fort features cannons that are exact replicas of the real ones erected on the fort before. Looking for an interesting Nassau attraction? A visit to the Fort is the ideal option.
Government House on Duke St. in Nassau
There are so many Nassau attractions when it comes to history and heritage sites. Built in a Georgian Colonial fashion, the Government House stands proud on a hill known as Mount Fitzwilliam with an imposing statue of Christopher Columbus gazing back at the public. Not usually open for public viewings as it is a working governmental building, visitors are allowed to enter and explore the grounds. The building offers a fabulous example of Colonial architecture and the coral color depicts the Islands iconic conch. Climb the hilltop to see amazing views and then come down to view the band and see the changing of the guard.
Nassau Public Library & Museum
Don't think a library is a boring Nassau attraction! It won't be at Nassau Public Library & Museum. Situated in a peaceful and quiet area, the Bahamian National Library is the largest of five libraries in Nassau. Housed in an historic octagonal building in the back of the Government House grounds, it was believed to have served as a colonial jail at one time. In 1879 it was converted into a library, reading room and museum. The small prison cells are now used to store and display books, artefacts, newspaper clippings and a collection of historic prints and colonial documents. Admission is free and visitors can enjoy a rest in the tranquil park after visiting the library.
The Heritage Museum of the Bahamas
When you are searching for a Nassau attraction that portrays the culture, history and natural environment of the area then you should plan a trip to the Heritage Museum of the Bahamas. Located in downtown Nassau on West Hill Street, the Heritage Museum of the Bahamas is situated within the larger historic Graycliff complex inside the Mountbatten House which was constructed in 1850 and sports an interesting colonial architectural design. The Heritage Museum of the Bahamas is much more than a house museum with period furnishings and contains such artifacts as a 4.5 billion year old meteor; Spanish armor from the 17th century as well as hundreds of artifacts that help explains the life of a plantation slave including items such as an original slave bench complete with shackles. Other interesting items within the museum are exhibits on piracy along the coastline including artifacts of plunder, fashion and clothes worn by the plantation elite as well as an exhibit on the surrounding marine life. The Heritage Museum of the Bahamas offers guided tour with audio devices throughout the day.
Versailles Gardens and French Cloister (At One And Only Ocean Club)
Nature lovers cannot miss the Versailles Gardens, another stunning Nassau attraction, located at the One And Only Ocean Club. This magnificent garden was created by Swiss industrialist Axel Wenner-Gren who was inspired by the Gardens at the Chateau de Versailles.
Beautiful terraced, landscaped gardens filled with flora and fauna slope down to the sea. Stroll around and see the stunning stone fountains and the marble statues that are scattered around on the lawns. Relax on a bench under a tree and soak up the atmosphere. Then explore the magnificent 12th-century Augustinian cloister which was shipped piece-by-piece from France and built on site.
The Club itself is a world class luxurious resort, with exclusive accommodation, a pampering Spa and fine-dining experiences, indoors, on the beach and at the sparkling pool. Make a plan to spend time here and bring your cameras!
Photo by feministjulie
John Watling's Distillery
Discovering the 'The Spirit of the Bahamas' is the next must-do Nassau attraction. It is located in the beautiful Buena Vista Estate in the historic region of Downtown. The distillery uses age-old traditional English methods to make their world renowned brands and is home to the iconic John Watling's Rum. This brand was named after the pirate John Watling who landed on the Island in the 18th century and supposedly buried his massive looted treasures somewhere, yet to be found! Join a tour and learn all about the blending, filtering and ageing of Rum in barels. Wander through the fascinating Museum and then stop to sample some Rum and a few signature Bahamian cocktails at the Red Turtle Tavern, this Nassau point of interest will sure please your taste buds. Every product is hand packaged, making a superior and wonderful gift to take home. You must be over 18 to join this tour.
Photo by Danielle Bauer
Clifton Heritage National Park
The Clifton Heritage National Park is located on the western most tip of the Island and is a fabulous Nassau attraction for those interested in culture and history. Long before the arrival of Christopher Columbus, the ancient tribes called Lucayans lived here in log huts and used the natural caves for rituals and worship.
During the 18th century, colonialists established sugar plantations and built massive homes, but with this came the horrific slave trade and heart breaking stories. Explore the Johnstone Ruins and the Slave Village. See the Turtle Pen and then get in some me-time at the Sacred Place. Sports lovers can snorkel and take a hike through stunning scenery with panoramic views. Romantics can enjoy a picnic on the beach and the family can bird watch with a guide. This protected Nassau point of interest preserves Bahamian heritage, beautifully showcased for the world to explore.
Photo by noeltock
The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas
After your sun tanning and snorkeling, soak up the ambiance of another beautiful Nassau attraction, The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas.
It is located in the historic Villa Doyle, a beautiful old house in Downtown Nassau and offers a fascinating insight into the Bahamian Art. Contemporary art and experimental art practices are also showcased, making this venue even more exciting. Exhibitions change every few months, so you can visit again and again. See the 'From Columbus to Junkanoo' exhibition which highlights the different elements of the Bahamian story. Local artist K Smith displays his skill with graphite and colored pencils. Exhibitions featuring sustainable local art are very uplifting and inspiring.
Photos are not allowed inside but you can take photos of the statues outside the Museum and then buy a small memento from the gift shop.
Christ Church Cathedral
An interesting Nassau attraction that combines historic architecture with the history of religion within the Bahamas region and is great for everyone to see is the Christ Church Cathedral also known as the Mother Church. Located on West Hill Street in downtown Nassau, the present Christ Church Cathedral was constructed in 1754 and was the fourth church built after 1670 when King Charles II told the Lord Proprietors of Carolina to construct churches within the colony of the Bahamas. The present day Christ Church Cathedral was first constructed in 1754 with a Gothic architectural style constructed of locally cut lime-stone blocks which are held together more from gravity than from cement. The church incorporates a unique square tower which replaced the original steeple in 1830. The Christ Church Cathedral was expanded in 1841 as well as 1861 to include a sanctuary and a space for the choir. The inside aesthetics of the church include intricate stained glass, stone memorials to fallen parishioners and elaborate religious items. The church is a center piece within the community and is a perfect place to visit while you are strolling down Bay Street.
Photo by Roger W
Bay Street
If you are looking for a Nassau attraction that is great for all travelers including families who like numerous activities in one spot then you should take a stroll down Bay Street. Located in downtown Nassau, Bay Street runs parallel to the coastline and is the oldest street in Nassau. Originally constructed on reclaimed coastal land Bay Street is home to many historic buildings from the colonial period which now contain unique shopping venues, museums as well as numerous dining and entertainment venues. Bay Street is perfect for everyone with exciting Nassau attractions like the Pirates of Nassau Museum where you can learn about the plunders of pirates in the area; shopping is superb at the Straw Market where you will find hundreds of local vendors selling local arts and crafts; Parliament Square showcases phenomenal colonial architecture and you can even visit the filming sites of several James Bond movies. Bay Street boasts some of the best eateries in Nassau which specialize in local Bahamian and Caribbean cuisine. If this is not enough you can learn about more history of Nassau by viewing the Queens Staircase or stopping by the Pompey Museum of Slavery and Emancipation.
Photo by Roger W
Pompey Museum of Slavery and Emancipation
One of the more interesting Nassau attractions to visit when you are seeking more knowledge about slavery in the Bahamas and the Caribbean is to make a stop at the Pompey Museum of Slavery and Emancipation. Located in downtown Nassau on the corner of George and Bay Streets, the Pompey Museum of Slavery and Emancipation is house within a 1760s Vendue House which was originally constructed and used as a market that sold everything from slaves to building materials to consumer goods. The Pompey Museum of Slavery and Emancipation focuses on the transatlantic slavery period within the region that surrounds the Bahamas. The Pompey Museum of Slavery and Emancipation was named after Pompey who led a slave revolt against living and working conditions on the Rolle Plantation on nearby Exuma Island. The museum has numerous exhibits with artifacts such as photographs, letters and journals that help describe the conditions of slavery from the transatlantic slavery period to the abolition movement to emancipation in 1834. The Pompey Museum of Slavery and Emancipation offers self-guided tours throughout the day.
Photo by Roger W
Balcony House Museum
One of the best Nassau attractions for history buffs and families that like to learn about living on the island centuries ago is the Balcony House Museum. Located in downtown Nassau just off of Market Street and East Bay Street, the Balcony House Museum is situated within the oldest standing home within Nassau and dates back to 1788. The Balcony House Museum has an incredible colonial loyalist architectural style with an interesting balcony feature that is supported wooden knee brackets and joints. Inside the Balcony House Museum you will find interesting features such as an all stone kitchen and beautiful mahogany staircase which was salvaged from a shipwreck. Besides being the oldest known residence in Nassau, the home is historically significant in the sense that the first elected black official in the Bahamas lived in the house during the mid-1800s. The Balcony House Museum was renovated in 1994 into the house museum which exhibits numerous period fixtures and furnishings from around the world as well as interesting exhibits that explain the history of Nassau. The Balcony House Museum boasts self-guided tours as well as guided tours throughout the day.
Photo by Roger W
Balmoral Island
When you are interesting in finding a Nassau attraction that includes several activities from the beach to marine life encounters then you need to visit Balmoral Island. Located off the northern coastline of New Providence Island within a short ferry ride from Nassau, Balmoral Island combines numerous activities into one place that can make for an enjoyable day of adventure. Balmoral Island has many different ways for you to enjoy this piece of paradise which include a day on the beach which you can experience alone or include with other exciting activities such as a dolphin or sting ray encounter with swim as well as mixing your beach day with a lunch. The private island boasts a spectacular beach club where you can lounge on the white sands with numerous watersport activities available from swimming to snorkeling to standup paddleboarding. You can relax by the freshwater swimming pool that overlooks the Caribbean Sea and there are four themed bars, a Starbucks as well as a restaurant serving fresh foods. Any time you have the opportunity to experience a marine life encounter is unique and at Balmoral Island you can swim with dolphins or play with hundreds of stingrays.


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Lately, if you have been hanging out with tech-savvy people, then you are bound to hear terms like BitTorrent, Torrenting Websites, and Torrent Clients.
The primary reason behind the drastic increment in the popularity of Torrent files is that these files can be used to download Movies, Music, Books, Games, and Software for free.
As you might have guessed by the title, this article is dedicated to new torrent users, and it will guide them to download their first torrent file.
On the other hand, If you are a veteran reader of Techworm, then this guide won't reveal any new information for you. However, you can contribute to the community by leaving a comment.
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Table Of Contents
- What Is A Torrents?
- How To Download Torrent Files
- Is It Safe To Download Torrents?
- How To Unblock Torrent?
- Is It Legal To Download Torrents?
What Is A Torrents?
In simple terminology, Torrent is a file that stores metadata, and programs like uTorrent can use this meta info to download all sorts of content. A torrent file generally comes with the extension .torrent, and it's hardly a few KB in size.
In many instances, Torrent and BitTorrent are used synonymously. However, they are not the same. In reality, BitTorrent is a peer to peer (P2P) file-sharing protocol that relies on a swarm-like approach for sharing files.
A seeder in torrent terminology is a person who is sharing the file; the more seeds, the more potential locations to download the file. While a person who is downloading the seeded file is a leech, if the number of leeches exceeds the number of seeds, it will make the file download slower, as more people are accessing the data at the same time.
Furthermore, if no one is seeding, then no one can download the file. The entire group of seeders and leeches are referred to as peers. As a result, BitTorrent is referred to as "peer-to-peer" file sharing.
How To Download Torrent Files
1. Install A Reliable BitTorrent Client
Before initiating the actual searching and downloading process of Torrent files, its important to install a reliable torrent client.
A torrent client is a program or application that can initiate or terminate the downloading and uploading process of data using the BitTorrent file-sharing protocol. You can use this program to open and manage .torrent files.
While torrenting, you download a file directly through someone else (seeders), rather than downloading it from a server. A torrent client application connects to the host and manages the download. Additionally, a torrent client also uploads data and helps you become a seeder.
Torrent clients are available for most mainstream operating systems like Windows, macOS, Freebsd, and various Linux Distros. Presently, the three best free online torrent clients are BitTorrent, uTorrent, and qBittorrent.
However, If you want more options, you can check out the,
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2. Open A Trustworthy Torrent Tracker Website And Search For Your Desired File
After the installation of a torrent downloader client, the next thing we need is torrent files.
The internet is full of torrent tracker websites that list torrent files and magnet links.
However, only a few torrent websites like The Pirate Bay, Kickass Torrents, 1337X, and YTS have stood the test of time.
Open any reliable torrent search engine and search for the torrent file you are looking for from its search box.
In addition to the public trackers mentioned above, there are many private trackers such as Demonoid that can only be accessed by creating an account.
You can even check out our list of the best free BitTorrent websites that can be used to download video games, movies, music, TV shows, anime, and e-books at a high-speed.
Once you have landed on a torrent tracker website of your choice, simply search for the desired torrent file. From the generated search result, download the .torrent file that has the most significant number of seeders.
A high number of seeders will not only increase the download speed, but it will also ensure that the data is not fake or infected with a virus.
The last advice that we would like to give to our readers is to go through the comments section of the torrent file that you want to download.
Generally, seeders report about fake or broken files in the comments section. Moreover, seeders also share information about the quality of video torrent files in the comments.
3. Open The Torrent File And Monitor The Download
Lastly, you have to open the downloaded .torrent file or magnet link. Since hackers generally embed viruses in torrents its essential to scan every file that you download for viruses.
If you have downloaded the small-sized .torrent file, then it will help your torrent client to locate various parts of a file, and once these multiple parts are downloaded, the torrent client will compile them into one file.
On the other hand, a magnet link will offer a direct line and connect the downloader to each file. It is worth noting that there's not much difference between these two methods of downloading torrent files, and both will help you download the desired content with ease.
Once the file is downloaded, you will start to seed. We advise our readers to continue seeding for quite some time to help the torrenting community.
Is It Safe To Download Torrents?
As you might have known by now, torrenting is one of the most preferred methods for piracy. Torrent websites and files are full of viruses, malware, and annoying pop-up ads. Consequently, using virus and adware protection while torrenting is important.
Users are also advised to use a VPN service to maintain their privacy online and avoid being tracked while downloading torrents using MAC torrent clients.
You can check out our list of the best VPN services for torrenting.
How To Unblock Torrent?
Several torrent sites are blocked in various countries including US, UK, Australia, Canada, etc. because of legal issues.
You can use VPN to unblock torrent sites or alternatively use torrent proxy to get torrent unblocked.
Some of the most searched popular torrent proxy includes pirate proxy and kickass proxy.
If torrent clients such utorrent is blocked for you. It can be because of the firewall settings of your network.
Is It Legal To Download Torrents?
It is completely legal to download torrent files using a torrent client. Unless you are downloading a copyrighted content that you don't own or doesn't have rights to download.
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Meet the Therapist: Ana Lund
Ana Lund is a therapist in Manchester, M25
What attracted you to become a therapist?
For as long as I can remember, I have been interested in people's inner world and psychotherapy was an amazing vehicle for change in my own life.
Where did you train?
I trained in Manchester, at the South Manchester Centre for Psychotherapy.
Can you tell us about the type of therapy you practise?
While I am not dogmatic about any one specific modality, I have been trained in transactional analysis (TA). Transactional analysis is one of the humanistic modalities and it is based on the principle "I am OK, you are OK". This principle of OK-ness meaning that neither client nor therapist are in one-up or one-down position, so it is fundamentally based on a view that the client is a resourceful human being. Transactional analysis has a strong relational component and uses extensively the concept of games, whether the games with the other or within our own internal functioning.
This approach is often combined with attachment theory, and I certainly use the attachment styles to understand how the client relates to their significant others.
Transactional analysis can be effective both in the context of solution-driven brief therapy and in the longer-term work.
How does transactional analysis help with symptoms of social anxiety?
According to transactional analysis in each one of us lies three different, interconnected parts, or ego states: Parent, Adult and Child. One of the first things to do when working with social anxiety would be to strengthen the Parent ego state. There is a number of techniques for achieving this, but sometimes just explaining the model to the client can be surprisingly effective.
What sort of people do you usually see?
I work with adults, from all ages and different walks of life. I very much like working with young people.
What do you like about being a therapist?
The creativity of it, the sense of immediate help and growth that the client can experience and the humanity of it.
What is less pleasant?
Self-care is important in this job – one needs to know how much much one can take on.
How long you've been with welldoing.org and what you think of us?
I have joined welldoing.org only recently and haven't had the chance to join the online Facebook community yet.
Do you ever suggest books or apps to clients?
No, I prefer human contact.
What you do for your own mental health?
I see my own therapist regularly! I also exercise, which helps for both the physical and the mental. My family is a constant source of happiness and joy and is essential for keeping me 'sane'.
What's your consultation room like?
My consultation room is quiet, peaceful, spacious and has lots of natural light.
What do you wish people knew about therapy?
Although things have been changing in recent years, there is still a stigma attached to mental health. I wish people knew that accessing psychotherapy can sometimes be sign of sanity rather than insanity. People access psychotherapy for all sorts of personal reasons related to their own personal growth, dilemmas, crossroads in life etc.
What did you learn about yourself in therapy?
My first encounter with counselling/psychotherapy was when I was 18. I was referred to a psychologist for counselling and it turned out that what I believed was recurrent physical pain was in fact my body's response to an enduring psychological stress. I was lucky to get a referral to a wonderful woman full of empathy. Once I could express how I felt about the situation the pain subsided. This experience opened a whole new world to me and I subsequently went back to psychotherapy in all major events of my life.


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Amanda Hodge, Courtesy of The Australian, 18 September 2015, with the title "UN report on Tamil war marks beginning of end for Rajapaksas"
Sri Lanka's new national unity government is expected to seek international support for a watered-down version of a "hybrid" war crimes court, using local judges but foreign investigators, in a process that could mark the beginning of a reckoning for the former ruling Rajapaksa family. The UN Human Rights Council report released on Wednesday found reasonable grounds to believe the Sri Lankan troops and Tamil Tigers committed war crimes and crimes against humanity during and directly after the long civil war, though it did not identify suspected perpetrators as some had speculated it might.
Then Sri Lankan president Mahinda Rajapakse at a Victory Day parade in the southern town of Matara on May 18, 2014. Source: AFP
The report found "patterns of grave violations" between 2002 and 2011 and that it was likely "tens of thousands lost their lives" in the final stages of the war. Its key recommendation was for a "hybrid" court including international judges, prosecutors, and investigators to try war crimes and crimes against humanity, "most likely" committed by the government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein said "years of denials and cover-ups" meant a purely domestic war crimes trial would give little solace to the many victims of the three-decade war.
The government, elected last month, has issued only a brief and muted response to the 300-page report promising to deliver justice and consult widely on the mechanisms and measures needed. One senior MP, Rajitha Senaratne, told the BBC the government favoured an "internationally accepted local inquiry", rather than an international trial, but added there would be no indemnity from prosecution for former president Mahinda Rajapaksa — credited with ending the war — or members of his family.
"Where even the president or other commanders or defence secretaries — whoever — is involved, our government is ready to take action," he said. So far there has been no official response from the still-powerful Rajapaksa family, which worked so hard to foil the international investigation, though there are concerns loyalists could seek to ignite nationalism within the majority Sinhala community. Many still see the former president as a hero for ending the war and resent international criticism. "I think some of the Rajapaksas will face a very difficult situation but we should not underestimate them," human rights lawyer Lakshan Dias said yesterday. We are not yet a stable country and they are still a force."
Some observers are tipping the US will work with Sri Lanka to sponsor a watered-down motion ahead of the September 30 UNHRC vote that promises an accountable domestic system with a high standard of international monitoring — allowing the government to punish some within the old regime without alienating its Sinhala nationalist allies.
But just 24 hours after the release of the report, deep divisions are emerging among government allies over the best way forward.
MA Sumanthiran, an MP and spokesman for the Tamil National Alliance party, said only a judicial process involving international as well as Sri Lankan judges and prosecutors could ensure justice for the "victim community".
"We have pressed for a resolution to be adopted that incorporates all of the recommendations. There must be international judges on the panel," he told The Australian.
Visaka Dharmadasa, who heads the Sri Lankan Association for War-Affected Women, said she believed the new government would strike the right balance by accepting international supervision and technical support while maintaining its commitment to a domestic mechanism.
"There's been a very big change in the political system and people are very hopeful about this government," she said. "We have to strike a balance between giving this government an opportunity, as well as protecting the rights of the people. I am a mother of a missing soldier. But whether my son was in the LTTE or in the military, my first priority is to know the truth."
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- "Ho-Hah and Propaganda around the UN Report," 18 September 2015, https://thuppahis.com/2015/09/18/ho-hah-and-propaganda-around-the-ohchr-report/#more-17775
- Michael Roberts: "A Drama in Four Acts: Dishonest Reportage by Amnesty International and Aussie Journalists remains Unmasked," 2 September 2015, https://thuppahis.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=17560&action=edit&postpost=v2
- Michael Roberts: "Blackmail during the Endgame in Eelam War IV," 12 April 2012, http://thuppahis.com/2012/04/12/blackmail-during-the-endgame-in-eelam-war-iv/
- Michael Roberts: "BBC-Blind: Misreading the Tamil Tiger Strategy of International Blackmail, 2008-13," 2013, https://thuppahis.com/2013/12/08/bbc-blind-misreading-the-tamil-tiger-strategy-of-international-blackmail-2008-13/#more-11221
- Michael Roberts: "Generating Calamity, 2008-2014: An Overview of Tamil Nationalist Operations and Their Marvels," 10 April 2014, http://groundviews.org/2014/04/10/generating-calamity-2008-2014-an-overview-of-tamil-nationalist-operations-and-their-marvels/
- Michael Roberts: "American Action and Inaction on Sri Lanka, 2008/09," 15 September 2015, https://thuppahis.com/2015/09/15/american-action-and-inaction-on-sri-lanka-200809-a-critical-evaluation/?preview=true&preview_id=17725&preview_nonce=5b89de81fd
- Dayan Jayatilleke's ASSERTIONS…https://www.facebook.com/DrDayan-Jayatilleka-550235091746278/timeline/


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Orioles Insider: Simon held in custody while awaiting ballistic tests
Alfredo Simon reported to authorities yesterday while his legal teams works on his defense and the DR police begin ballistics testing on the handgun he surrendered to police. Seems there are witnesses alleging Simon wasn't the only one to fire a gun that night.
Orioles Insider: Orioles sending John Stockstill to the Dominican
The Orioles official will try and find out what's what and "take appropriate action."
School of Roch: Latest Simon update (w/update)
Whether it's three months or one year, it seems Alfredo Simon will be sitting in a jail in the DR for a while if their legal officials get their way.
Steve Melewski: Next question: How much better are the Orioles?
Steve puts on the orange-colored glasses and points out why the O's may be significantly better than they were in 2010.
Orioles Insider: Gregg will make a decision within two or three days
Kevin Gregg will make his decision on his 2011 destination within a few days. Wonder if he will announce it via a 30-minute ESPN special or if a simple e-mailed press release will do.
MASN News & Information - Orioles, Nationals, Ravens on MASNsports.com
"MASN, the television home of the Orioles and Nationals, has announced that well-known Mid-Atlantic sports journalist Pete Kerzel has joined the network as full-time managing editor of MASNsports.com. Kerzel will begin shaping and overseeing sports news coverage at MASN beginning on Monday, January 3, 2011."
So, if, for any reason, you were to have a problem with any component of MASN coverage of the Orioles, like, for instance, any of their bloggers who's displayed less than professional behavior and writing, well, this is the guy to contact. Just sayin'.
Open Threads feel real while we're in them. It's only when we wake up that we realize something was actually strange.


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Wot I Think: Gorogoa
Through the square window
Gorogoa feels like a sort of magic that might fall apart in the understanding. It's a beautiful story in which you solve puzzles more by instinct than deduction, and their solutions feel as magical as the process. Its impossibly overlapping world weaves a delicate fiction that stretches beyond the boundaries of its central conceit.
The conceit being, a two by two grid of squares, with individual images fitting into each, possible to swap around, overlay, and interconnect, to solve its gentle, astoundingly satisfying puzzles. For instance, you might have a scene with a tree in one corner, which can be zoomed out from to reveal a rooftop, on which stands an empty archway. In another window there might be a domestic room with a doorway on the back wall. Drag and overlay the archway over the door, and it becomes an entrance to the rooftop, through which the game's protagonist can travel. Now perhaps zooming out further from that rooftop you could see a walkway that intersects with yet another image, so you line them side by side, and he walks across. That's the game at its most simple, before it starts introducing vividly complex - yet somehow always intuitive - interlocking, multi-layered, pan-dimensional gorgeousness.
Those are the two most important ingredients here. Over the years we've seen and played snippets of Gorogoa, it's always been beautiful - a hand-drawn style of pencils and watercolour, exquisitely well animated. But would it be intuitive, or would it descend into a bemusing muddle, too many elements to balance at once, too much fiddle and not enough direction? It did feel like it could easily have gone that way. For one tiny moment as I played, I thought it was about to. And then, perfectly, utterly perfectly, it does not. What could have become a frustrating mixture of too many connecting parts never makes that mistake. I'm not sure how, because good grief it was hard enough to write the preceding paragraph without tripping over my own fingers, but I never lost a sense of being in control. Some solutions took me slightly longer to fathom than others, but I never felt annoyed, and most importantly, never felt like I was just dragging every tile on top of every other until something aligned.
And it's worth noting it's much more beautiful than it was before. The versions from 2012 and 2014 that we'd seen were already lovely, but this is something else, with lots of the art and puzzles from those earlier builds nowhere to be seen in the finished version. It's also a pleasure to report that it's more than just the extraordinary gimmicks - there's a carefully told tale of a person's life hidden throughout, that's all the more poignant for the subtlety and unobtrusiveness with which it's delivered.
There aren't any words that can appropriately convey just how magical that is, so have a look at this little snippet from mid-game:
It's short. You'll get through it easily in a couple of hours. But it's also the length it really needs to be. To keep going would have been to start repeating itself, or inevitably stumble into that overly complex place it so meticulously avoids. Perhaps there was room for more ingenuity, more surprises, but by the time it had finished I felt like I'd eaten a delicious meal, my appetite sated. It's a lot at once, and so sumptuously animated throughout, that its brevity is a bonus, not a loss.
More than anything, the feeling that dominated throughout was one of magic. Its impossible logic made so much sense, its undimensional structure somehow coherent, so long as you allow yourself to float between the solving and the unsolving. It is that suspended place, between confusion and understanding, reality and impossibility, that makes Gorogoa so bewitching and enticing.
Gorogoa is out on the 14th December for Windows via Steam and GOG.


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Middle Aged Friendships
Making friends as a kid was easy. Kids walk up to each other and ask to play and bam friends. Valuing friends as a kid is something different. As a child we view our friends almost as possessions. For instance your best friend wasn't allowed to have another best friend. That was a mortal sin. Also dropping friends for a new group happened often.
But never the less all of those friends were important. They helped mold you into the woman you are today. Some of them are still in the picture and some are just faint memories of the past.
Making friends as an adult can be hard. We now have schedules that are busy, kids that require our attention and so much baggage that we are no longer carefree enough to just walk up and ask someone to be our friend.
There is a stage in our lives as mothers where we don't think we need friends. The simple reason for that is because we are so busy that we feel we don't have enough strength to start or nurture new relationships. Then we get to this stage in life where you look around and you have lost yourself. You have made your whole life about being a mom and forgot that you're a person.
This is when you need friends. Not just any friends. You need those friends that respect that you are a mother first and will understand when you have to bail because your kid suddenly is ill. The friends that when you feel like you are drowning will be your lifeline and pull you up, then laugh with you about falling in the first place. Those friends that remind you who you really are. The friends who you look at and either see women you have known your whole life or women you wish you had known your whole life.
You need friends like this. You have to let go of the crap and open yourself up to the possibility of something better. You have to not be afraid to walk up to a group of women you have never met in person, just online, and say "I'm here bitches!" Because you never know when you will be meeting your newest bestfriends.
Valuing friendship as an adult holds much more weight. These friendships, the true friendships, made in midlife are worth so much more to you than those friendships of the past that were easily replaced.
Find your tribe of women who support you fiercely and love you dearly. Those will be the women who get you through the tough times without question or doubt.


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Nibali confirms leadership of new Bahrain-Merida team
Announcing that he will spearhead the new Bahrain Merida team, 2014 Tour de France winner Vincenzo Nibali has confirmed a long-rumoured move to the aspiring WorldTour setup.
"I was immediately fascinated by the idea of a strong project plan built around me," he said in a team announcement. "I have believed in the team from day one, because it has a clear vision and is to be carried out by some of the best professionals in the sport. This trust and confidence in me made me take the final decision for this new exciting adventure of my career. I can't wait to meet their expectations at the most important races in the world wearing the jersey of Bahrain Merida."
The project has been a controversial one due to the involvement of Prince Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the son of the country's ruler. He has faced allegations that he has directly and indirectly been involved in torture. Human rights groups have called on the UCI not to give the team a licence, and have also directly approached cycling sponsors and asked them not to be involved.
UCI President Brian Cookson indicated that the governing body would assess the team like any other.
"If some government, some sponsor is free to do business in the rest of the world, it is difficult for sport to hold that person, that business, that government to a higher standard. Until someone is proven guilty of some crime or some offence which stops them taking part in international life, then there is very little that a sports body can do about it."


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The saga of DACA continues. Trump said no more DACA. Then, many lawsuits were filed. Most courts have ruled that USCIS should continue accepting renewals. However, on April 24, 2018, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia held that DHS's decision to rescind DACA was "arbitrary and capricious" and vacated the termination of […]Read More
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Wow…..What a bad year for immigration was the year 2017! First, Trump; then, mass deportation; then, the end of DACA; then, TPS ending; then, family preferences? We will see! 2018 does not look promising, but we will stand firm to fight for the immigrant families. Now, we have heard a lot of reports that TPS […]Read More


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Play on Pedals celebrates end of project, having enabled 7,148 children in Glasgow to ride a bike
Play on Pedals the award-nominated partnership project from Cycling UK, Cycling Scotland, The Glasgow Bike Station and Play Scotland was awarded £232,000 by the People's Postcode Dream Trust Fund in 2014. It was supported by players of People's Postcode Lottery until December 2016 to enable every pre-school child in Glasgow to learn to ride a bike, through the city-wide training and community engagement programme.
Partner organisations, community groups, early years' establishments, parents, volunteers and children all celebrated Play on Pedals' achievements at the event. This included reaching 7,148 children, training 364 Instructors in 182 nurseries and funding 35 Hero Organisations to develop the project locally.
Over 260 community events have also been delivered by Play on Pedals across Glasgow since 2014, showing parents and families how fun cycling is and providing a safe and sociable environment for children to learn to ride. Over 550 balance and pedal bikes are now in use across Glasgow thanks to the project, enabling the continued delivery of training and activities for preschool children.
As well as celebrating the project's achievements, exceptional individuals and groups were recognised with an awards ceremony and children from the nearby Derby Street nursery demonstrated the new skills they have learnt, including balancing, steering, braking and pedalling.
Elaine Kilday, an early years' worker in Dean Park Nursery, was recognised as an exceptional instructor as she has taught over 90 children to ride a bike. Her group had previously been awarded funding through Play on Pedals as an Early Years Hero Organisation, which has allowed them to purchase more resources and to extend training to more children in the nursery, as well as involving parents and local bike organisations.
When the children are pedalling, I'm the one that's running up and down the playground, bouncing about, ecstatic and can't wait for the parents to come in...That's a feeling that I don't think I'd experienced before within the nursery."
Elaine Kilday, Early years' worker at Dean Park Nursery
Speaking about the programme, Elaine said:
"When the children are pedalling, I'm the one that's running up and down the playground, bouncing about, ecstatic and can't wait for the parents to come in. You're almost bursting at the seams for the parents to come in. That's a feeling that I don't think I'd experienced before within the nursery."
As well as being lots of fun, learning to ride a bike is an important life skill. The children that have learned to cycle with Play on Pedals have developed both physically and socially, with changes to their confidence, resilience and interactions with their peers being noted by instructors. Children at Glasgow's early-years establishments have enjoyed at least eight weeks on the bikes.
Polly Jarman, Play on Pedals Development Officer said:
'We are delighted to have reached so many children over the duration of Play on Pedals; we've worked really hard to deliver high quality training and to provide lots of fun opportunities for children to get involved, so we are over the moon to have achieved our dream. It's been a huge but massively rewarding challenge, and we want to thank the groups and individuals across the city who have supported the project and helped us to enable every preschool child in Glasgow to ride a bike.'
Although the funding from the People's Postcode Lottery has now come to a close, Play on Pedals plans to continue. Chris Johnston from Cycling Scotland explained:
"The Play on Pedals partner organisations are extremely grateful to the People's Postcode Lottery for their support over the past two and a half years and we thank this funder for believing in our dream.
The success of Play on Pedals will continue with funding from Glasgow City Council as part of the newly formed Glasgow Community Cycle Network, so that the project can continue to deliver events and opportunities. Cycling Scotland has also received funding from Transport Scotland to roll out Play on Pedals training to more nurseries across 21 local authorities, so we're really excited about teaching thousands more pre-school children across Scotland to learn to ride a bike."
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About Play on Pedals
- Play on Pedals is a partnership project between Cycling UK, Cycling Scotland, The Glasgow Bike Station and Play Scotland.
- The project is supported by players of People's Postcode Lottery. It won the People's Postcode Dream Trust Fund in 2014 and was awarded £232,000 to enable 7,000 preschool children in Glasgow to learn to ride a bike before starting school.
- Play on Pedals grants have been given to 35 Hero Organisations, which include local bike workshops South West Community Cycles, De'ils On Wheels and Wheel Fix It, and community groups such as Lambhill Stables, 3D Drumchapel, Drumchapel Sports Centre and Dumbarton Road Corridor Environment Trust. These groups have hosted training and events as well as supporting the rotation and maintenance of bikes.
- In summer 2015 Cycling Scotland received independent funding from Transport Scotland to roll out the Play on Pedals Instructor training programme to other local authorities across Scotland, making Play on Pedals a national programme.
- In summer 2016, Play on Pedals in Glasgow joined together with the Glasgow Bike Station, South West Community Cycles, Free Wheel North and Soul Riders to form the Glasgow Community Cycle Network. The Network is funded by Glasgow City Council through the Smarter Choices, Smarter Places funding stream, to deliver cycling activities and events across the city and encourage new cyclists of all ages.
About Play on Pedals Partner Organisations
- Cycling UK, formerly CTC the national cycling charity, aims to inspire, encourage and help people of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy cycling more often and safely. It has over 64,000 members across the U.K and has over 130 years' history.
- Cycling Scotland is the nation's cycling organisation. Working with others, we help create and deliver opportunities and an environment so anyone anywhere in Scotland can cycle easily and safely. Cycling Scotland is a recognised Scottish Charity no. SC029760. For more information please visit www.cycling.scot
- The Glasgow Bike Station is the city's largest bicycle recycling organisation. A registered charity and social enterprise, it aims to encourage and promote cycling as a means of transport and preserve the environment by reconditioning unwanted bicycles and selling them at a low cost to the public.
- Play Scotland works to promote the importance of play for all children and young people, and campaigns to create increased play opportunities in the community. Play Scotland aims to ensure that all children and young people in Scotland have equal access to diverse and quality play opportunities that meet their individual needs.
About People's Postcode Lottery
- People's Postcode Lottery is a charity lottery. Players play with their postcodes to win cash prizes, while raising money for charities and good causes across Great Britain and globally
- A minimum of 30% goes directly to charities and players have raised £168.4 Million for good causes across the country
- £10 for 10 draws paid monthly in advance with prizes every day. For further prize information visit: www.postcodelottery.co.uk/prizes
- Maximum amount a single ticket can win is 10% of the draw revenue to a maximum of £400,000
- Players can sign up by Direct Debit, credit card or PayPal online at www.postcodelottery.co.uk, or by calling 0808 10-9-8-7-6-5
- Postcode Lottery Limited is regulated by the Gambling Commission under certificate nr 000-000829-N-102511-011 and 000-000829-R-102513-010. Registered office: Titchfield House, 69/85 Tabernacle Street, London, EC2A 4RR
- People's Postcode Lottery manages multiple society lotteries promoted by different charities. For details on which society lottery is running each week, visit www.postcodelottery.co.uk/society
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