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UniDEL Ventures Private Limited, a company formed under the laws of India (hereinafter referred to as "we" or "us" or "the Company") is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. This privacy policy explains how we use the information we collect about you, how you can instruct us, if you prefer, to limit the use of that information and procedures that we have in place to safeguard your privacy.
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Love Is… was created by renowned Singaporean artist, Sun Yu-Li, together with 500 Punggol residents, facilitated by ArtBeatz. This iconic project symbolises Punggol's evolution, unfolding its past, present and future. The work is an artistic journey illustrating memories treasured by the residents, and their vision for Punggol. The artwork captures each participant's personal message in the unique process of creative expression. Residents have depicted the past through images reminiscent of the tropical and close-knit kampong spirit in Punggol. The passage of time is brought across with the energetic burst of warm colours, emerging from cool colours; accompanied by interpretations of Punggol's modern landscape and culture. Also portrayed are the residents' aspirations for an inclusive and progressive community, filled with love, passion and prosperity. Through the artists' stories, Love Is… immortalises Punggol's vibrant and growing community.
"Love is…" was commissioned by Waterway Point to commemorate the mall's official opening on 19 April 2016.

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Help everyone on your team show up as a leader. This 2-day interactive, in-person workshop, will equip you with the experience and material you need to lead a small group through Developing a Leadership Mindset training. Participants will benefit from:
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Salveo Partners is proud to be the founding member of the Fusion 2.0 Conference, a purposeful gathering of like-minded people with a passion for putting people back at the center of work. The conference was designed for hought-leaders from diverse industries in Wellness, Safety, Human Resources, Organizational Development, and Leadership to come together to inspire and empower attendees to make real change when they return to work.
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Best Movies About Summer
With summer in full swing, we decided to revisit some of our favorite summer movies. The cult classics have aged well. These charming films still manage to entertain and remind us why summertime is so great.
Dazed and Confused
It's the summer of 1976 and next year's seniors are on the hunt to haze incoming freshman. This coming of age film showcases the beauty of doing absolutely nothing with your friends. And who can forget McConaughey's classic line?
Forgetting Sarah Marshall
Unable to cope with the break-up between him and his longterm girlfriend, Peter Bretter takes a much-needed trip to Hawaii. Watch this hilarious story as Peter works through his feelings and learns to surf in the beautiful Hawaiian landscape. Wisdom from the surf instructor is free of charge.
The Sandlot
The Sandlot is an all-time classic. Watch Scotty Smalls as he tries to play baseball and make friends in his new neighborhood. The movie follows nine kids through a summer of backyard baseball and hanging out. After accidentally getting his stepdad's prized baseball chewed up by a mastiff, Smalls and the gang do everything they can to replace the baseball that was signed by Babe Ruth himself. These hilarious kids will charm you to pieces.
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Near the end of the school year, Ferris decides to fake sick and take the day off. The film takes you through a picturesque tour of Chicago in the summertime. You can see some of the city's most famous landmarks in the film, including the Sears Tower and the Art Institute. Ferris and his crew joyride around the city and give us some wisdom along the way.
It's the summer of 1958. 50's greaser Danny and sweet girl Sandy fall in love at the beach. Danny returns to school thinking that Sandy has moved away to Australia with her family, but Sandy's plans change and, unbeknownst to both of them, they end up at the same school. Watch one of the greatest film love stories as this unlikely duo sings their way through high school. With some of the most iconic song-and-dance numbers of all time, you're sure to be singing and dancing along.
This movie is for the people who enjoy a more intense summer story. An unusually large shark is lurking along Amity Island on the east coast. After a local is eaten by the beast, Quint Brody and Hooper set out to hunt the shark down. CGI and green screen technology have come a long way since the movie was shot in 1975, so the movie appears comically fake at some points today. Nevertheless, this film is not to be missed, especially for fans of thrills.
Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants
Carmen, Tibby, Bridget, and Lena are about to spend their first summer apart. While out shopping, they find a pair of pants that fits them all, despite their differing body shapes. The funny and heartwarming story follows each of the four girls through their summer away from their friends.


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Working across 23 countries in sub-Saharan Africa as well as Cambodia, the U.S. President's Malaria Initiative's (PMI) VectorLink Project is equipping countries to plan and implement safe, cost-effective and sustainable life-saving malaria vector control interventions with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria. Proven to reduce malaria illness, severe disease, and death due to malaria in endemic areas, insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) protect people while they are sleeping from the bite of mosquitoes. ITNs maintain effective levels of insecticide to repel mosquitoes for approximately three years, even after repeated washing. PMI VectorLink supports ministries of health to achieve and maintain universal coverage of ITNs, delivered through all available channels. In some of the most remote areas of the world, PMI VectorLink is building capacity for evidence-based policy and decision-making, social and behavior change communication (SBCC), and monitoring and evaluation to increase ITN access and ensure ITN use. To date, PMI VectorLink has supported ITN activities in 12 countries (Figure 1).
ITN Distribution through Mass Campaigns
PMI VectorLink supports national malaria control programs and stakeholders to plan and execute all phases of mass ITN distribution campaigns. From full-scale implementation to short-term technical assistance, the project strengthens coordination, planning, procurement, logistics, communication, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of mass campaigns. To do this, PMI VectorLink draws on resources developed by the Alliance for Malaria Prevention with inputs from global stakeholders.
ITN Distribution through Continuous Channels
In line with recent evidence showing that repeated campaigns lead to 'peaks and troughs' of ITN coverage, a renewed focus on complementary channels of continuous distribution is well placed.1 ITNs undergo physical, chemical, and other types of deterioration over time and new sleeping spaces are continuously generated through birth, marriage, and population movement. Continuous distribution is recognized as a critical and cost-effective component of maintaining high ITN coverage.2
PMI VectorLink supports national malaria control programs to assess and strengthen existing distribution channels while also exploring new channels. Drawing on extensive implementation experience, the PMI VectorLink Project develops rigorous and participatory tools, such as the continuous distribution assessment tool, which was recently implemented in Burkina Faso, Niger, and Cameroon. The findings of these assessments informed the development of national continuous ITN distribution guidelines in Niger and Cameroon. The project also uses and refines tools available at continuousdistribution.org to strengthen continuous ITN distribution.
ITN Durability Monitoring
PMI VectorLink supports durability monitoring of ITNs to provide in-country and global stakeholders with updated evidence on ITN survivorship, physical durability, and insecticide effectiveness in the field. The project collects data on attrition, physical integrity, bio-efficacy, use, and care and repair behaviors of ITNs and triangulates with durability monitoring data of standard ITNs , piperonyl-butoxide (PBO) INTs, and next-generation ITNs to inform procurement and programmatic decisions and develop effective, evidence-based integrated vector management strategies. PMI VectorLink uses World Health Organization-endorsed ITN durability monitoring resources, available at durabilitymonitoring.org.
Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC)
Where needed, PMI VectorLink partners with in-country stakeholders to support activities to assess the barriers and facilitators of vector control-related behaviors, lead or support the design of interventions to address the identified barriers and facilitators, and drive innovation in vector control-related SBCC activities. The project applies malaria SBCC global best practices and draws from resources developed by the Roll Back Malaria Partnership to End Malaria SBCC working group. Learn more at endmalaria.org.
For more information about the PMI VectorLink Project's ITN capacities or portfolio, please contact Mary Kante, Senior ITN Technical Advisor, Population Services International, firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Mr. Speaker, the daily newspaper La Presse reported that Quebec's cegeps are facing a $305 million shortfall. The fact that these educational facilities are in dire need of cash is proof positive that the need is in Quebec while the money is in Ottawa.
Despite the Conservatives' wonderful promises, the government has not done a thing to correct the fiscal imbalance.
The province is not asking for much; it wants transfers for post-secondary education. Transfers should already have been raised to 1994-95 levels: $5.1 billion for the provinces including $1.2 billion for Quebec.
Transferring the $1.2 billion the Bloc Québécois is asking for would be a first step toward correcting the fiscal imbalance. Without it, our cegeps, colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions will continue to experience hard times.


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PrePass is offered through HELP Inc., a non-profit public/private partnership between trucking company leaders, enforcement agencies and state DOTs to improve highway safety and efficiency. HELP's Board of Directors is comprised of an equal number of industry and public executives to maintain a balanced perspective on the issues impacting the trucking industry on our nation's highways. To date, HELP has invested more than $700 million to deploy PrePass weigh station bypassing, PrePass Plus electronic toll payment, and other truck safety technologies to improve safety, reduce truck-related emissions and preserve highway infrastructure. For more details, visit prepass.com.
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The brushless servomotor
A synchronous machine with permanent magnets on the rotor is the heart of the modern brushless servomotor drive. The motor stays in synchronism with the frequency of supply, though there is a limit to the maximum torque which can be developed before the rotor is forced out of synchronism, pull-out torque being typically between 1.5 and 4 times the continuously rated torque. The torque–speed curve is therefore simply a vertical line.
The industrial application of brushless servomotors has grown significantly for the following reasons:
● reduction of price of power conversion products
● establishment of advanced control of PWM inverters
● development of new, more powerful and easier to use permanent magnet materials
● the developing need for highly accurate position control
● the manufacture of all these components in a very compact form
They are, in principle, easy to control because the torque is generated in proportion to the current. In addition, they have high efficiency, and high dynamic responses can be achieved.
Brushless servomotors are often called brushless dc servomotors because their structure is different from that of dc servomotors. They rectify current by means of transistor switching within the associated drive or amplifier, instead of a commutator as used in dc servomotors. Confusingly, they are also called ac servomotors because brushless servo- motors of the synchronous type (with a permanent magnet rotor) detect the position of the rotational magnetic field to control the three-phase current of the armature. It is now widely recognized that brushless ac refers to a motor with a sinusoidal stator winding distribution which is designed for use on a sinusoidal or PWM inverter supply voltage. Brushless dc refers to a motor with a trapezoidal stator winding distribution which is designed for use on a square wave or block commutation inverter supply voltage.
The brushless servomotor lacks the commutator of the dc motor, and has a device (the drive, sometimes referred to as the amplifier) for making the current flow according to the rotor position. In the dc motor, increasing the number of commutator segments reduces torque variation. In the brushless motor, torque variation is reduced by making the coil three-phase and, in the steady state, by controlling the current of each phase into a sine wave.
Stationary torque characteristics
The simple equivalent circuit of Fig. 10.12 represents a motor which uses permanent magnets to supply the field flux. This is a series circuit comprising the armature resistance Ra, and back emf E. If the voltage drop across the transistors is ignored, the equation for the voltage is
Kt is known as the torque constant of the motor.
Figure 10.13 shows the relation between T and n at two different voltages. The torque decreases linearly as the speed increases and the slope is KtKe /Ra which is independent of the terminal voltage and the speed. Such characteristics make speed or position control relatively easy.
The starting torque and the speed are given by
In modern drive systems, a flux vector controller is applied to many brushless servomotors. The control is almost exactly as for the induction motor except zero flux-producing current is demanded for operation in the normal frequency range.


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The Costa del Sol remains one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe – and we can certainly see why. With fantastic beaches, blazing sunshine and the laid-back Spanish atmosphere, it makes a fantastic place to relax and unwind. Our villas in the Costa del Sol are spread throughout the region, in areas such as Fuengirola, Estepona, Mijas Costa and Calahonda as well as many other prime locations to suit all holidaymakers.
There is a huge amount to do and see. For those who love to relax by the sea, there is over 85 miles of coastline to explore with beautiful sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters. Going away with the whole family? There are lots of child-friendly activities to choose from, including buggy tours, the Crocodile Park, BioParc Zoo and the Aquamijas Waterpark. Fun for all the family!
For those of you that love the night life, sip sangria in a beachside bar or head to a resort like Marbella to enjoy lively bars and clubs. No matter what type of holiday you seek, the Costa del Sol won't disappoint.
Choosing a Villa Plus Villa
We have a huge selection of villas in the Costa del Sol. From large 8 bedroom properties that sleep up to 14, to small villas for couples, there is something to suit everyone. All our Costa del Sol villas are hand-picked to ensure you have the holiday of a lifetime.
What you can get from our villas
Typically, our properties include air conditioning, Bluetooth speakers and DVD players, table tennis and pool tables, WiFi, and BBQs. All our villas in the Costa del Sol come with a private pool as standard. If you're after a little extra, our Very Villas offer premium perks such as Bluetooth speakers. So, you'll have extra room in your luggage for the fun stuff. By choosing one of our villas in the Costa del Sol, you have the ultimate flexibility to come and go as you please. Early risers can jump in the pool, eat their breakfast or sip a coffee as soon as they wake up. Want a lie in? No problem, you have the freedom to create your own schedule with no time restraints.
Where are the best places to explore in the Costa Del Sol?
In contrast to the lively nightlife of the Costa del Sol, there are many wonderful ancient villages and historic old towns to explore like Mijas Village with plenty of Spanish charm. Alternatively, the old quarter of Marbella is interesting - you can still find a traditional flamenco show, and there is a Moorish castle; the famous Orange Square and 16th century Town Hall. Places like Guadalmina may be relatively modern, but they are traditional in style.
What is there for families in the Costa del Sol?
There are three water and amusement parks in the area, one of which is Parque Aquamijas, ideal for young children. They will love the Kiddie Slides and Lizard Island, a new children's attraction built in 2014 with small pools and showers, connected by paths and bridges. The range of adrenaline fuelled slides on offer at all the waterparks means that kids of all ages will love spending the day there. There is also a rock-climbing wall, mini golf, bar, self-service restaurant, gift shop and several Jacuzzis, as well as large shady picnic areas and gardens at Parque Aquamijas. Aquamijas is open from the end of April until the beginning of October.
When is the best time for you to travel to the Costa Del Sol?
It's no secret that the Costa Del Sol experiences fantastic warm weather for most of the year, but if you're looking to experience the hottest weather this place has to offer then August, July and September are the best months to visit. The months either side of this warm weather peak are slightly cooler with the average temperature in May and October being 25⁰C.
From April onwards more and more tourists visit the Costa Del Sol, with tourism reaching its peak in June. After this, the towns and beaches become less busy until next season.
If you are new to the idea of a villa holiday, the Costa del Sol is great place to start. No matter how busy the beach becomes, you can always retreat to your own peaceful, luxurious, private pool at the villa. If you have had all the seafood you can face for a day or two, you can create a culinary masterpiece on your very own BBQ – that's the freedom of your own villa. You can sleep in late with no maid knocking on your door, or get up and have a swim at 4 in the morning. Why not? The endless sunshine here means you can plan picnics and barbeques without even considering the weather! Choose your holiday resort and your villa, and then simply please yourself. It's that easy!
One of the best known resorts in the region is Marbella, famous for its glamorous nightlife and seafront. It is full of bright lights, bars and clubs. Benalmadena is also famed for its ritzy nightlife, and some streets are wall-to-wall bars and nightclubs just waiting to come alive after dark. There are many pubs, cocktail bars and clubs that just keep going till breakfast time. The area around the marina is partyville with top D.J.'s, live jazz, or salsa dancing till dawn – anything goes. Near the Port, the names of the venues give the game away – like Molly Malone's Irish Bar, for example.
For something more quaint, the old quarter of Marbella is interesting - you can still find a traditional flamenco show, and there is a Moorish castle; the famous Orange Square and 16th century Town Hall.
Benalmadena in the Costa del Sol is just around 12 miles from Malaga airport and has the privileged position of overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Benalmadena is great if you're looking for some variety on your villa holiday!
Villa holidays in Calahonda offer the chance to try out a wide range of beach sports, from underwater scuba diving to soaring above the ocean paragliding. If after all that you feel the need for some time with your feet on solid ground, why not enjoy some shopping through the market and boutiques followed by a fabulous meal.
Campo Mijas is a picturesque inland area of countryside, elevated above and in between the coastal resorts of La Cala de Mijas and Fuengirola offering some spectacular mountain scenery. But it's only a short drive from the beaches, shops and restaurants in the towns, as well as the popular marina at Fuengirola.
The seaside town of Estepona lies at the foot of the Sierra Bermeja Mountains between Marbella and Gibraltar. At heart it is still a traditional Spanish town, although it has developed into a major holiday resort packed with urbanisations, apartment blocks, villa complexes and hotels.
Fuengirola in the Costa del Sol is famous for its 5 miles of beaches and attractive promenade lined with high rise hotels and apartment blocks, lively restaurants, bars and a hectic nightlife.
Guadalmina is a great destination for a sophisticated villa holiday. If you book today you could shortly be wandering the boutique shops and restaurants, taking a stroll down the promenade for a spot of people watching before selecting a spot for a bite to eat at a beachside restaurant, and don't forget, there's plenty to keep the kids busy too.
Las Chapas is a largely upmarket residential area set on a hillside, within easy reach of Marbesa Beach. It's a little over 7 miles away from Marbella and close to some excellent golf courses.
Marbella is famous for glamorous nightlife and is one of the Costa del Sol's most elegant villa holiday spots – think Spanish St Tropez! The Golden Mile (actually 4 miles, all the way to Puerto Banus) of its seafront is full of bright lights, bars and clubs.
Marbesa is a large, popular, man-made holiday resort along the stretch of coast known as Mijas Costa, between Fuengirola and Marbella. It is a well-established beach community sloping gently towards the sea, and was developed by Germans in the late 70s and early 80s.
Mijas Pueblo is simply a delightful place for a villa holiday! It's is a charming Andalucian white-washed village of alleyways, cobblestones and panoramic views perched on a mountainside 490 metres above sea level.
Mijas Costa stretches between Fuengirola and Marbella, with easy access to both towns. Cabopino has a small marina with 169 moorings that are always occupied. Either side of the port there are good beaches beside a natural park of sand dunes and pine trees.
Puerto Banus is located just west of Marbella before you reach the small town of San Pedro de Alcantara.The town is a very popular villa holiday destination with all the essential elements: endless sunshine, the port, marina and beaches, waters sports and boating, shopping and fine dining – and Villa Plus villas.
San Pedro offers all you need for a great villa holiday but without burger bars and concrete tower blocks. Instead you have cobbled streets, a lovely beach and promenade, a chic and stylish marina, small independent shops and a great choice of bars, restaurants and clubs, all just over 6 miles away from all the glitz and glamour of Marbella.
Costa del Sol is such an exciting and diverse region steeped in history and rich in culture and tradition that it deserves to be explored and enjoyed. By travelling 10 miles inland to a rural village or town you can experience the original Spanish culture in one of Andalucía's provincial capitals.
You can eat very well in the Costa del Sol – the food on offer is a blend of the exotic and the traditional, fresh sea food and tapas. You might find cold almond and garlic soup, lobster rice, suckling pig or goat on the menu. Most seaside resorts offer classy seafood restaurants and traditional tapas bars all along the promenade. If you fancy outdoor eating with a wonderful view and perhaps even a sunset, head to the chilled-out chiringuitos - beach bars - many of which are open at night serving traditional paella and fresh fish such as espeto de sardinas (charcoal-grilled sardines served on skewers), baby squid or fried anchovies. You can nibble on juicy olives, freshly baked bread and Spanish cheeses while sipping chilled Fino sherry, or more serious foodie delights such as pan-seared scallops and braised quail.
Known simply as the Costa del Golf, this area of Southern Spain is golf heaven if you are that way inclined. There are around 40 high quality courses in the Costa del Sol such as Valderrama, La Reserva and Finca Cortesin, and most of them are in or near Marbella, with its superb year-round playing weather. Some of the courses have been designed by Golf's big hitters such as Peter Alliss, Clive Clack and Severiano 'Seve' Ballesteros. Marbella is the perfect holiday destination for a golf enthusiast. Meanwhile, Guadalmina has a thirty-six hole golf course and 3 more great courses nearby, El Paraiso, Atalaya Golf and Monte Mayor. Within a 10 mile radius there are 12 more golf courses.
There is a vast and varied night scene on the Costa del Sol and each town has its own style and flavour of clubbing, beach parties and outdoor disco's. Marbella and Benalmadena are both well-known party hot spots that just keep going till breakfast time. The area around the marina in Benalmadena is partyville with top D.J.'s, live jazz, or salsa dancing till dawn – anything goes. Plaza Tutti Frutti is the centre of Nerja's extensive club scene full of live music, street performers, flamenco shows, Irish pubs and disco-clubs where Europe's beautiful people dance the night away. There is Puerto Banús with its luxury marina and shopping complex which is associated with conspicuous wealth and a party lifestyle. The town is still as fashionable as it ever was, and Marbella's world-famous port continues to attract the jet-set, with all the nightlife you would expect to go with it.
The Costa del Sol is the place to be for water sports enthusiasts and beginners alike. For example, Marbella has 24 beaches stretched across over 15 miles and most of them offer an interesting choice of water sports. You can go on a jet-ski expedition, hire a boat or kayak or go for a banana ride. You can try kitesurfing, flyboarding, waterskiing and wakeboarding, windsurfing and scuba diving. Go sailing, fishing or simply swimming, it's all there for you in beautifully clear, clean blue water. You can sign up for a dolphin watching trip or a Rapid Rib Ride if your nerves are up to it! There are a number of professional outfits you can hire equipment from and plenty Cosmopolitan Fuengirola's 5 miles of sandy beach offer a full range of water sports to choose from and Cabopino beach has its own water sports facility where you can hire, banana boats and jet skis.
With over 100 miles of coastline, most of it accessible and with sandy beaches, the Costa del Sol is a beach lovers paradise.
A day on the beach is very popular with residents and holidaymakers alike and in this section of Villaplus.com, we provide as much information as we can about the beaches, the facilities on offer, sporting and leisure activities and where they are located in relation to our villas.
Some of the beaches are located directly off the main N340 coast road and down small tracks or lanes. Others, particularly in the main resorts have lovely leafy promenades where you can park and some have pedestrian promenade access only.
Wherever you choose, there will be a restaurant or bar close by and with the months of July and August attracting more crowds than the quieter off season months.
There are no private beaches in Spain although access might be across private land in which case watch out for the sign 'acceso publico a la playa'. There are however, several nudist beaches on the Costa del Sol, 'playa naturista' which are well signposted.
The Atalaya Beach is located on the eastern outskirts of the Estepona district and is easily accessed by exiting the N340/A7 at the "Benahavis" turn off and then taking the route to the Hotel Atalaya Park in Atalaya Baja. This section of beach is used by the visitors to the Golf Hotel Atalaya Park, but is also open to the public in general. Tucked into a small bay, the Atalaya beach is great for all ages including families and, due to the close proximity of the hotel, there is a variety of watersports available. There are also various beach bars along this stretch, which, in season, offer typical beach type food varying from snacks or a choice of fish and salads, to full "paella" lunches.
This is a fairly new nudist beach located in cove 1100 yards west of the Torrequebrada Casino and Hotel and accessed from the N340.
Benamara beach is located on the eastern outskirts of Estepona just 2 miles west of San Pedro de Alcantara close to the established residential area of El Pilar. The beach is easily reached by taking the pedestrian footbridge located across from the Benavista shopping centre. The beach has sunbeds for hire and a beach bar/restautant ideall for snacks and meals alike with paellas and seafood the specialities.
Bil Bil Beach is the main beach on Benalmadena Costa and is situated off the N340, south of the town of Arroyo de la Miel and just west of Benalmadena port. Close by is the Bil Bil Castle, an attractive terracotta coloured replica Moorish Castle built on the promenade which houses a restaurant and bar and is the choice venue for many local weddings. The beach is well equipped with bars and restaurants, sunbed and umbrella hire, pedaloes and surfing.The main road behind is lined with apartments, shops, bars and restaurants and the attractive promenade provides a pleasant stroll or place to sit and watch the world go by.
Carvajal is the pleasant and reasonably quiet beach area at the far eastern end of Fuengirola, before it leads on to Benalmadena Costa. The locals make a beeline for it at weekends, and tend to arrive early! However, it is wide, clean and safe with plenty of restaurants and bars close at hand. Access it by getting on to the Paseo Maritimo at Torreblanca and turning left.
The Castillo (El Ejido) beach is located below the old Moorish castle on the western side of Fuengirola. The river separates it from the Santa Amalia beach, Fuengirola's longest stretch of sand. The parking is good, although high season it gets a bit congested and the beach is a favourite with the local residents. Many new beach bars and restaurants have sprung up here over the past season and a new hotel is presently under construction on the promenade behind. The estuary of the river is popular and children swim in the small shallow lake before it reaches the open sea. Nets and posts are on site for various ball games enjoyed by the locals, also sunbed and umbrella hire from the various bars.
The nudist beach at Costa Natura Estepona was Spain's original purpose built complex which is completely walled and private. It can be found at Km 151.5 on the N340 just to the west of Estepona and has a roomy car park just off the main road. Daily membership is available.
Located just east of Estepona, El Padron beach is a popular stretch of sandy beach with several beach bars and restaurants and facilities such as sun bed and umbrella hire. The luxury Hotel Kempinski overlooks the beach at Km 159 off the N340 coast road and offers many water sports and activities, such as boating, diving and snorkelling, wind surfing and pedalos.
The main beach at Estepona is the Playa de la Rada, a fine long and wide stretch of sand overlooked by a pleasant tree lined promenade with gardens and children play areas with many restaurants and bars to choose from. The beach was awarded the Blue Flag in 2002 and has excellent facilities. There is parking along the promenade although in high season it gets quite busy. Other public parking close by. Another beach in Estepona is the Blue Flag Playa El Cristo found just to the west of the town and within easy walking distance of the town and the marina. Located in a cove it is a west facing beach, with bars, showers and parking.
Playa Fontanilla is the very popular beach lying west of the sporting marina and connecting with the Playa Casablanca, together they stretch almost to the western side of Marbella town. A lovely promenade overlooks this extensive stretch of coast, which offers clean safe bathing and excellent facilities. Plenty of restaurants and bars with toilets, showers and the usual sunbed and umbrella hire. Water sports such as speed boat and jet ski hire are available from the marina but windsurfing and pedalo hire centres are located at various centres along the beach. Access beach from any side street off Marbella main street between the Hotel Skol and the Hotel Don Pepe.
Funny Beach, advertised by a giant sized Coca Cola can on the beach side just east of Marbella town has a variety of water sports available such as jet ski hire, canoe and pedalo hire and wind surfing. For children and adults they also have go karting, trampolines, and many other amusements. The beach itself (Playa del Pinillo) is quite narrow, but safe and clean with toilet, restaurant and bar facilities. There is no promenade as such, but the beach can be accessed directly off the N340 coast road and parking is available on site.
Marbella's Golden Mile is without doubt the place to be seen with its beaches, world famous hotels (including Puente Romano Hotel) and designer shops. The golden mile coastline is made up from many different beaches between Marbella and Puerto Banus and is flanked by a recently built promenade with is many beach bars dotted along the way. These beaches have held the Blue Flag since 1992. If you feel like treating yourself, why not spend a day relaxing in the Marbella Club Beach Club.
This lovely beach is overlooked by the fabulous Guadalmina Golf Course and Hotel on the western outskirts of San Pedro de Alcantara and has excellent facilities and a clean safe beach with many restaurants and bars close at hand. There is the usual sun bed and umbrella hire and varied water sports and activities available from the hotel such as windsurfing, jet skiing, speed boats and pedalos. Reach the beach by turning off the N340 just before the concrete arch travelling west out of San Pedro.
Situated at Km 163 on the N340 coast road east of Estepona, Hacienda Beach is close to the luxury Las Dunas Hotel which has all manner of water sports and leisure activities on offer. The beach is clean, safe and well equipped with a variety of restaurants and bars, toilets, sun bed and umbrella hire and beach showers.
La Cala is a self contained resort located 4 ½ miles or so west of Fuengirola on Mijas Costa that is full of Spanish charm and atmosphere. Take the La Cala exit off the N340, park at the back of the town by the shops and walk down to the beach area. Nice sandy beaches, well equipped with many bars and restaurants close at hand. Fishing boats and nets on the beaches all add to the atmosphere of this very pleasant resort which unfortunately does get quite crowded during July and August. Worth a visit though, but arrive early. Pedalo hire and some wind surfing.
Once upon a time, La Carihuela belonged to Torremolinos and was its fishing area. Nowadays, located on its western outskirts, La Carihuela still retains its charm and quaintness with narrow streets, a lovely new pedestrian promenade lined with fabulous fish restaurants and an extensive stretch of sandy beach with beds and umbrellas for hire, pedaloes, windsurfing and bars with showers and toilets. Find it by heading down to Montemar/Carihuela in between Benalmadena Port and Torremolinos.
The Marbesa beach is a long narrow stretch sand popular with local residents. There is no promenade here but the rather quality residential area of Marbesa overlooks it, with plenty of parking. A good choice of restaurants and bars some having sunbeds and umbrellas for hire. Popular with the locals for jogging and walking. Take the Las Chapas exit off the N340 and head down to the beach.
Mijas Costa is the long stretch of coast between Fuengirola and Marbella along which many urbanisations have sprung up on the inland side of the N340 and pedestrian bridges and under passes have been built to enable access to the many beaches. The majority of the beaches are sandy but fairly narrow. The urbanisations of Riviera del Sol and Calahonda all have access to reasonable beaches where a beach bar or restaurant is never far away and they will all have toilets and sunbed and umbrella hire.
The Nueva Andalucia beach is situated a 15 minute stroll west of Puerto Banus and is sandy and well equipped. Several beach clubs overlook the beach, including the Moosh Moosh at Villamarina and although not a formal promenade, it is an easy walk into Puerto Banus to enjoy the nightlife and shopping. A good choice of beach restaurants and bars with toilets, showers and sunbed and umbrella hire. Windsurfing and pedalo hire available and jet ski and speed boat hire from the marina itself.
This beach is located close to the Artola Hotel and Golf Club on the N340 coast road east of Marbella. It is also known as Playa de las Dunas-Carib and is a naturist beach. It can be best accessed by the Cabopino exit off the N340 and turning right into the sand dunes before arriving at the marina. You will see signs for Andres beach bar. Usual facilities with sunbed and umbrella hire and toilets.
The Rio Real beach is located in front of the Rio Real Golf course, stretching down to the sea at the Torre Real exit just east of Marbella. Turn off the N340 coast road and follow signs down to the beach past the old Moorish watchtower. At the bottom there is plenty of parking and access to the beach. The beach boasts a first class restaurant and bar, with pool and gardens and from where you can hire sunbeds and umbrellas on the beach. Pedalo hire and windsurfing are available.
The Rio Verde Beach is situated just a 10-15 minutes walk to the west, to Puerto Banus. Puerto Banus is the ideal place for an exclusive selection of designer shops, restaurants and nightlife entertainment , together with an incredible display of yachts and pleaseure boats in the Marina.
To the east, towards Marbella town at a distance, the beach is mostly boarded by a relaxing promenade and leads you along the 'Golden Mile' streach of beaches with its array of top grade Hotels, beach bars and beach clubs along the way. . Windsurfing and pedalo hire are available as well as jet ski and speed boat hire, at selected beach areas on this part of the Marbella coastline.
Playa Puerto Banus is another very popular beach and without doubt the place to be seen! Protected to the west by the marina jetty, it stretches along to the east and is overlooked by the Marbella Club. If the beach was crowded you might be tempted to spend a day at its beach club and rub shoulders with the rich and famous. If not, then be prepared for a crowded beach. Lots of bars and restaurants close at hand and the usual facilities. Parking best under the El Corte Ingles Store or the public car park in Puerto Banus – the latter is quite expensive.
These three popular beaches located together around the Elviria area at Kms 189, 191 and 192 off the N340 coast road, all have very good facilities with plenty of restaurants and beach bars and adequate parking. They are all reached down small roads through urbanisations and there is no promenade linking the three. Needless to say they do get busy during high season, especially at weekends with the locals but with daily cleaning, the beaches are safe and the atmosphere is always good.
Royal Beach is on Mijas Costa in the Sitio de Calahonda area. Access the beach by turning off the N340 at Sitio de Calahonda and taking the narrow road down with Mcdonalds on the left side. There is a car park and a flight of steps lead down to a fairly narrow beach with a restaurant and bar and sun bed and umbrella hire. Very popular at weekends when parking could become difficult.
Sabinillas is a fairly large coastal town located on the N340 coast road in between the exits for the inland villages of Casares and Manilva. Not regarded as a holiday resort, the long sandy beaches are popular with the locals and those that know about them with good facilities including bed and umbrella hire. A real Spanish town with good shopping and a weekly market that is well worth visiting for its beach and typical bars and restaurants serving exquisite fish dishes. No promenade as such but plenty of parking in the little side streets leading down to the beach.
San Pedro is an attractive market town with its centre lying around 1100 yards from the coast on the N340. San Pedro beach is one of a series of long clean sandy beaches running from Puerto Banus to Guadalmina. Beaches near San Pedro Alcantara have long wide tree-shaded promenades, children's playgrounds and plenty of beach bars and fish restaurants. The promenade and beach areas are attractive with good safe bathing and sports facilities.
Sotogrande at the far western end of the Costa del Sol and close to Gibraltar, is a top venue for golf and polo. It also boasts a fabulous marina with wildlife marshland and is a luxury beach resort. The fine beach club backs on to the wide sandy beach which is safe and clean for bathing and taking the sun. At the beach club there are many water sports and activities available, including pedalos, jet skis, speed boats, windsurfing, childens games and competitions, tennis and golf. Also on site are excellent restaurant and bar facilities.
Torreblanca and the adjoining resort of Los Boliches, both located on the eastern side of Fuengirola were awarded the Blue Flag for their beaches in 2002. Wide expanses of sand stretching several miles from Fuengirola along to Carvajal attract holiday makers and locals alike and the facilities are first class. Plenty of beach bars and restaurants offering wonderful fish dishes and fresh char grilled sardines, sun bed and umbrella hire, toilets and beach showers. Water sports on offers include pedaloes and windsurfing with several locations for 5 a side football.
Well located just off the N340 at the Torremuelle exit with several beach bars and restaurants close at hand. The sandy beach is not huge but is clean, safe and well equipped with sunbed and umbrella hire, pedaloes, toilets and showers. Parking on beach side is limited in high season but spaces available on other side of the road, with underpass access.
Another popular beach on Benalmadena Costa is at Torrequebrada and access is from the N340 via the huge building which is the Torrequebarada Hotel and Casino on the beach side. The beach has a couple of restaurants and bars with toilets and showers and all the usual facilities such as sunbed and umbrella hire, pedaloes and surfing. Parking is a little difficult in high season.
One of Marbella's fine beaches, Venus Beach is located to the east of the sporting marina. A pleasant promenade overlooks the beach, and houses many popular restaurants and bars that are full to bursting point during the high season months. The beach is clean and safe with excellent facilities including toilets and showers, sunbed and umbrella hire, jet-ski and speed boat hire close by from the marina, pedalos and wind surfing. Try to park in the Avd. Puerta del Mar or Plaza de la Victoria car parks just off Marbella's main street and walk down to the beach.
The Costa del Sol is known for many things: Sun, sea and sand are the usual three that holidaymakers are keen to mention, but one thing that they really shout about is the food. The area is known for blending the old and the new when it comes to cuisine, and there is a lot to experience in the more authentic, local restaurants.
If you really want to see the true Costa del Sol, there are few better ways to experience real Spanish culture than with a visit to a local produce market. The area has an abundance of them, though not all of them are food produce specific, and many of the opening times and days vary throughout the seasons – it's always best to check when you arrive so you don't venture out on a wasted journey!
For fresh fish and meat, fruit and veg, you will find that most towns will have a local Municipal Market, usually located near the heart of the old town - known locally as the Mercado Municipal. These local markets are usually only open in the mornings, generally between 9am and 1pm, with stalls displaying a great selection of fresh foods.
Each town will also have a specific day for their weekly "Rastro" markets which offer a combination of stalls, ranging from clothing to leather goods with a healthy dose of locally farmed produce too!
As with the majority of Spain, in Costa del Sol, be sure to expect a good punch of colour and flavour that has been perfected over hundreds of years. Whilst some dishes will have some modern touches, many of the region's favourites are old recipes that have been made time and time again – be sure to give something unexpected a try when you visit.
Gazpacho Andaluz – This dish is a founding member of the gazpacho family, and is a soup-like dish made from tomatoes and dried bread that's served chilled. Well-seasoned, this dish is refreshing and tasty, and is best served with freshly chopped peppers and onion.
Tapas – Costa del Sol is no exception to the Spanish love of tapas. These small plates are full of different ingredients and different tastes which can be mixed and matched with others to create an exciting dinner atmosphere, or can be great if you just fancy a small plate for a light meal. You can read more about the tapas dishes that the area is known for in our Guide to Costa del Sol.
As an area that fully embraces the Mediterranean location, you can't help but associate the taste of their food with sun and holidays. On a warm summer's evening, just serving up the right kind of food can even make dining in at home into a treat that feels distinctly Spanish, especially if you've got the right recipes to hand.
Clams are a large part of the Costa del Sol foodie culture, as is the traditional dessert dish of Churros con chocolate. Follow these recipes and you'll have two popular dishes to serve up that are sure to make any stomach smile!
For the Clams, you'll need:
This recipe is simple but delicious, relying on high-quality ingredients to achieve that authentic depth and flavour. With the clams, fresh is obviously better, and you'll need to wash them thoroughly until they're sand and dirt-free. Place them in a casserole dish or stew pot on a medium heat and stir in the onion, garlic and parsley. Cook for a minute or two, then sprinkle with flour, salt and pepper and turn the heat up. Once the clams have opened up and softened, the dish is ready to serve straight from the pot. Sprinkle with parsley to serve.
Churros con chocolate
For the Churros con chocolate, you'll need:
Firstly, mix together the flour and the baking powder in a large bowl. Then, mix through the olive oil and water to form a dough. Once the dough has reached the desired thick but flexible consistency, leave it to rest for around 30 minutes.
After the dough has rested, heat the oil up in a sturdy frying pan and allow it to heat up – the oil should sizzle. Fill a piping bag with your doughy mixture, and slowly pipe in reasonable lengths into the frying pan. It's important to keep a pair of scissors handy here so you can cut the dough when it's at the right length!
Allow them to cook until golden, covering if necessary to ensure an even cook. Carefully remove the churros from the frying pan once cooked, and sprinkle the castor sugar whilst they're still warm.
For the chocolate dipping sauce, you should melt the two types on chocolate together, and stir to combine. To loosen the chocolate up, add a little of the milk and stir, continuing until you are happy that the churros can be dipped! Serve the churros warm with the chocolate dip on the side, and enjoy!
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Apple CarPlay Gets Massive Overhaul, New Functions
Apple CarPlay, which can be found in a growing list of new vehicles to provide a more intuitive infotainment experience for users, has just received its most important redesign since debuting in 2014.
The tech giant offered a presentation yesterday at its annual World Wide Developers Conference in San Jose, California—a few weeks after Google unveiled a significantly improved Android Auto.
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For starters, the CarPlay Home screen is refreshed with a modern look that features rounded corners, new table views and a redesigned status bar. The all-new CarPlay Dashboard view gives drivers a single place to keep track of maps, audio controls and Siri suggestions.
A redesigned Calendar app offers a quick view of the day while you're on the go, so you just have to tap to get directions or dial in to a meeting. Meanwhile, the revised Apple Music tab makes it easier to discover new songs and old favourites. Automakers can also choose to showcase album art.
A key safety update is the possibility to enable Do Not Disturb While Driving in CarPlay so notifications won't come through. Drivers will also appreciate the Light mode that provides an alternative, easy-on-the-eyes light view, particularly at night.
Independent app views mean an app open on iPhone doesn't affect what is open on the CarPlay screen, so passengers can pick a song on their device while the driver can keep looking at Maps.
Speaking of which, the company reportedly drove 6.5 million kilometres to completely reconstruct Apple Maps and offer more realistic details for roads, intersections, buildings and more. The new CarPlay provides easier route planning, search and navigation, as well as Junction View. The latter helps drivers eliminate wrong turns and directional misses by lining them up in the correct lane before they need to turn or enter an elevated road. Siri guidance has been improved, too.
Automakers will like the latest updates because they can now develop CarPlay systems that show information in a second screen (such as in a cluster or head-up display), perform "Hey Siri" requests with native microphones or change the size of the display dynamically.
The redesigned Apple CarPlay is set to be released with the new iOS13 update this fall.


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Two bills aimed at arming North Carolina's classroom teachers have garnered a lot of national attention.
But a statewide push back against them will intensify this week with an hour-long "Tweet Storm" targeting state lawmakers.
Public Schools First NC (PSFNC), a statewide nonpartisan, nonprofit organization focused solely on pre-K – 12 public education issues, is calling on supporters to join the "Tweet Storm" from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., on Wednesday to let lawmakers know they oppose arming teachers.
"Arming teachers with guns will NOT make our students safer," the organization posted on its website. "Our teachers need resources, not guns. Our schools need counselors, social workers, school psychologists and nurses, not armed teachers."
The two bill being considered by lawmakers are:
- Senate Bill 192, The School Security Act of 2019, which would give teachers a 5 percent raise to become sworn police officers. The teachers could carry concealed weapons in their classrooms and would have arrest powers under the proposal.
- House Bill 216, The School Self-Defense Act, would make it legal for teachers and staff members to carry concealed handguns on school grounds "to respond to acts of violence or imminent threats of violence."
The House bill's primary sponsors are Reps. Larry Pittman (R-Cabarrus) and Michael Speciale (R-Craven). The Senate bill's primary sponsors are Senators Jerry Tillman (R-Guilford and Randolph), Ralph Hise and Warren Daniel. Hise and Daniel are Republicans from western North Carolina.
PFSNC is urging supporters (the group contends most of the state's 110,000 educators oppose arming teachers) to use hashtags #SchoolSafety, #BooksNotGuns, #ResourcesNotGuns and #ArmMeWith during the "Tweet Storm."
The organization is also asking supporters to @ their representatives and legislative leaders.


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At home in Salzburg: the Munich art of brewing
The Goldene Kugel has served Augustiner beer from Munich since 2013. This drink truly is tradition in liquid form: the Augustiner Brewery is Munich's oldest working brewery. The first recorded mention of the brewery is in 1328, but the Augustine monks were probably brewing their beer and enjoying it long before that date. Now, though, it quickly became a beer that was very popular, even winning awards for its extraordinarily high quality. The Augustiner Brewery was subsequently managed by several generations of the Wagner family, who expanded its production sites and restaurants. Now as then, the beer is brewed in a listed brick building in Munich, built by the son of the Wagner family in 1885. It is, admittedly, no longer brewed by monks – that job is now undertaken by experienced master brewers.
The Augustiner Edith Haberland Wagner Foundation is particularly concerned with child protection work, the preservation of historical buildings and monuments, and cultural activities. And this is how Augustiner beer came to the Goldene Kugel in Salzburg: the Foundation took these extraordinary listed buildings to its heart – and simultaneously provided them with the best Munich beer and a tradition going back hundreds of years. Cheers!
Augustiner speciality beers at the Goldene Kugel
Lagerbier Hell
Alcohol: 5.2% vol • Original gravity: 11.5 %
Sparkling with a streamlined, balanced body, pleasantly effervescent with a velvety smooth hoppy finish. The aroma recalls fresh, invigorating spring breezes and sunny May mornings.
Alcohol: 5.6 % vol • Original gravity: 12.7 %
As a result of being aged for longer, the Edelstoff's aroma can seem slightly milder or understated. However, alongside its appealing effervescence, it is subtly full‑bodied. It gives every great day that certain something as well as reflecting what is special about the Augustiner Brewery. Simply put, a precious substance.
Alcohol: 5.6 % vol • Original gravity: 12.4 %
Drinks elegantly and with a pleasant streamlined profile. Enjoyable herbal, dry hoppy accents. The distinctive hoppy bouquet, created by the use of the finest aromatic hop varieties, deserves special attention here. A simply lovely Bavarian Pils and the crowning glory of any beer drinker's evening.
Alcohol: 5.6 % vol • Original gravity 13.4 %
The distinctive qualities of this beer are evident from the aroma alone, with roasted notes of caramel and cocoa. Every mouthful marries the Bavarian way of life with Augustiner brewing traditions. A beer to bring comfort and inner peace.
Alcohol: 5.4 % vol • Original gravity: 12.4 %
Traditional bottle conditioning gives this beer a fruity, pleasantly voluminous body, which never dominates, but rather underscores the lively and refreshing feel of this beer. It makes a wonderful accompaniment for Bavarian Weißwurst (white sausage), meatloaf or traditional "Wurscht in der Bria" (sausage in broth).
Alcohol: 7.5% vol • Original gravity: 18.5 %
Extra‑long and cold ageing creates a soft, rounded, full‑bodied mouth feel, reminiscent of cocoa, dark chocolate, fruit cake and home‑made confectionery. A must for fasting monks, since according to the saying, "liquid doesn't break the fast."
Heller Bock
Alcohol: 7.5 % vol • Original gravity: 16.5 %
Mild hoppy accents and a delicate honey fragrance dance amid the powerful, highly aromatic body of this beer. Lightness coupled with sharpness, not to be underestimated. This is a real character.
Alcohol: 6.3 % vol • Original gravity: 13.7%
Aged for several months, which gives a soft, well‑rounded feel, but does not compromise the full bodied nature of this beer. Drawn from wooden barrels, it is a beer that evokes the unique atmosphere of the Oktoberfest and will make you look forward to the festival all the more.


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These games teach valuable skills and have a high fun and educational rating.
Your child helps Diego rescue animals in trouble and along the way learns Spanish words, practices using the mouse, and follows verbal directions to solve simple problems.
Your child will practice mouse skills, classification and attention and listening skills while helping Diego save animals as he snowboards down a mountain.
Your child develops attention and listening skills while helping Diego complete a number of tasks on his arctic adventure.
Your child will practice listening and mouse skills while they learn about environmental hazards and what is suitable for the turtle to eat.
Your child develops mouse skills as they help Diego save a number of endangered baby animals and return them to their habitats.
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Is it just me or do you think the older we get, the more comfortable we feel in our own skin? I've realised, especially over the last year, that there's some things about myself I don't need to worry about or change because actually, I'm okay being me and I really don't care anymore if other people have a problem with that.
I love a glass of cold, white wine, or some Friday fizz, or a good G&T. I'm definitely not against drinking! That said though, I'm pretty fussy about what I like.
One thing I've always hated is shots, but does that mean I've never done them? Of course not. Because people get weird about shots; they buy a round which you must accept and chant "do the shot" when you say you don't want it.
Can you actually imagine this with anything else in life? Like if you went out for dinner and everyone started chanting "eat your peas"?! If you like shots, do 'em, but as for me, I'm going to politely decline.
Beyond just shots, we seem to have such a weird culture around drinking in general. I know a few friends have, at different points over the last few years, decided to have a break from drinking because it's worsened their anxiety and sometimes that's met with eyebrow raising and "but why?".
I did the same myself in the final year of uni, because at a time when I was prone to panic attacks, alcohol definitely didn't help.
Let's not question why someone might not want to join us in our drinking, but respect their choices. The older I get, the more comfortable I am in drinking what I choose to, and that feels good.
Staying in vs. going out
I used to love going out. Even as an introvert, the prospect of picking out an outfit (after discussing it fully with friends), getting ready and glammed up together, picking out where we wanted to go, and then spending the whole night being silly with my best mates made for some of my favourite memories from my late teens and early twenties.
But I have to admit to myself that I just don't enjoy it that much anymore.
If I'm going out, I'd rather meet for food and spend the night being able to hear what my friends are saying. And more often than not, I'd so much rather just stay in.
This might all make me a grandma I know, but I'm okay with that. My happy place is on the sofa, with good food in front of me and good friends around me.
Sometimes I feel a bit sad about that because I wonder if I'm missing out, but I think that's more because I'm nostalgic and look back with rose-tinted glasses, when in fact now I'm more content with my life than ever.
What we do for fun
Here's the thing, I've never liked sport because I've always been bad at it.
I dreaded ice skating (namely because I spent the whole time either clinging to the edge or braving it and hitting the decks), I'd get so embarrassed about bowling because every throw ended up in the gutter, and the idea of joining in a rounders game at a picnic would make my stomach lurch with nerves.
If unlike me, you do have hand-eye co-ordination, it's hard to explain. (I wrote a separate blog on it way back when).
I know a lot of people love all these things and that's great – for them. But since it's a long time since P.E was compulsory, I can actually choose not to do them. It's easy to forget that but there really is no harm in turning down the stuff we know makes us miserable, when we could be spending our time doing activities we enjoy.
I don't mind an occasional game of bowling to be fair, but now if I don't want to do something, I politely say no to the meet-up and join in the next time.
For you that might not be sport but something else. Do you find yourself going along with stuff for the sake of it, or do you feel comfortable in saying no?
I guess one thing to make clear on this point is I'm not saying to never go out of your comfort zone. Earlier this year I went to a hen do which involved quad biking and go-karting among other things and I was terrified, but I felt great afterwards for trying it.
Now and then yes, it's worth trying stuff out, especially if it's for someone else's event. But on a day-to-day level, why waste energy doing stuff that doesn't bring joy? Good friends will understand that we don't all enjoy the same things equally.
What have you come to accept about yourself that perhaps you didn't previously? Are there maybe things you still do to please other people which make you unhappy? I'd really like to hear your thoughts on this one.


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North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO)
Belgium is a founding member of the Atlantic Alliance, which was established at the signing of the North Atlantic Treaty in Washington on 4 April 1949. Belgium's membership reflects the political decision to guarantee the security and defence of our country in a multilateral framework: following the Second World War, Belgium has consistently placed its foreign security policy in a multilateral framework, in which NATO is the cornerstone of defence. This policy has been highly effective over the last 70 years.
In the current European security architecture, there is no alternative which can guarantee the objective of defending our country. Belgium attaches great importance to the collective and defensive character of the Alliance, as enshrined in Article 5 of the Washington Treaty. Today, the Alliance is the guarantee of the defence of the shared values and principles on which our society is built. The Allies have "faith in the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and [desire] to live in peace with all peoples and all governments. They are determined to safeguard the freedom, common heritage and civilisation of their peoples, founded on the principles of democracy, individual liberty and the rule of law. They seek to promote stability and well-being in the North Atlantic area. They are resolved to unite their efforts for collective defence and for the preservation of peace and security."
NATO plays a central role in our security and defence policy, both in terms of deterrence and defending NATO territory, and conducting peace and security efforts elsewhere in the world. Trans-Atlantic cooperation and consultation in the area of security and defence are also essential within NATO. Belgium wants to function as a reliable and credible partner within NATO, and also advocates for the Alliance to continue to respond appropriately to new challenges and threats.
According to the Strategic Concept (Lisbon, 2010), the Alliance has 3 core tasks; see: http://www.nato.int/cps/en/natohq/official_texts_68580.htm:
- deterrence and collective defence;
- crisis management;
- cooperative security.
These core tasks of the Alliance each have their own importance and must remain in balance. More information regarding the structure, functioning, etc. of NATO can be found on their website http://www.nato.int.
- Deterrence and collective defence
The European security environment has experienced a negative evolution in recent years. Important challenges and threats in the east and in the south are cause for concern, and highlight the importance of being a member of the defence organisation for our foreign security. It is important for Belgium to ensure cohesion and solidarity within the Alliance. NATO remains focused on current threats (including cyber threats) and challenges, for which the Alliance maintains a 360° azimuth and simultaneously and effectively responds to the challenges in the north, east and south.
The first core task is reflected in enhanced Forward Presence, the task of Air Policing, cyber defence, commitments with regards to defence spending (Wales, 2014) and national resilience (Warsaw, 2016), etc. In a sense, the operations in Iraq in the combat against IS also fall under this category.
- Crisis Management
The increase in the number of operations and missions outside its territory is part of the second core task of crisis management. These operations and missions generally fall under a mandate of the United Nations Security Council, which has the backing of our country. The Alliance can either act as the primary or most important actor, or contribute to the efforts of the international community, if it is present and active.
The second core task is reflected in operations including Libya (2011), the Western Balkans, Afghanistan, etc.
- Cooperative security
NATO cooperates in various ways with more than 40 partner countries: the Euro-Atlantic Partnership, de NATO Russia Council, the NATO Ukraine Commission, the NATO Georgia Commission, the NATO Mediterranean Dialogue, Istanbul Cooperation Initiative; the Alliance also cooperates with partners in other parts of the world. The intention is to strengthen local security and defence, by generating, through dialogue and cooperation, more transparency, mutual understanding and security. NATO's Projecting Stability initiative also falls within this category, whereby the Alliance intends to create internal security and stability in affected countries, by preventing terrorism and other challenges. EU countries which are not members of NATO, and Ukraine and Georgia, are important partners for the Alliance.
With the Defence and security related Capacity Building (DCB) initiative, NATO intends to raise the capacity and resilience of specific partners by aligning the cooperation more effectively with their specific needs.
The EU is a strategic partner of NATO. Seamless, transparent, and mutually reinforcing cooperation between NATO and the EU is vital, and is a priority for Belgium. As such, our country's action is focused both on NATO and the Common Security and Defence Policy of the EU. With respect to NATO, the EU is a complementary actor in the spheres of security and defence, for which the EU even has the ambition of taking more responsibility in resolving certain crises, especially in Europe.
In addition, the Allies pursue an 'open door' policy, meaning that countries who wish to join and who meet certain criteria, can become members. This policy was initiated in 1952 with the accession of Greece and Turkey; the most recent accession at the present time is Montenegro (2017).
Disarmament and non-proliferation are also significant causes for concern. We strongly support all credible and targeted efforts with the aim of effective and balanced disarmament around the world, both for nuclear and conventional weapons. NATO's Strategic Concept confirms the Belgian vision, and is unequivocal in this respect: the Alliance is determined to bring about a safer world for all and create the circumstances in which a world without nuclear weapons is possible, whilst also reiterating that as long as nuclear weapons exist, NATO will remain a nuclear alliance. Belgium has actively supported the Alliance's meaningful nuclear disarmament since the end of the Cold War.
Belgium takes the role of being the host nation for the (civil-military) headquarters of NATO in Brussels (Haren/Evere) and the SHAPE military command in Mons seriously, and provides jointly agreed support.
The most recent state of affairs in the various NATO issues can be consulted in the Communiqué of the last NATO summit meeting of heads of state and government. Follow this link for the Brussels Summit (2018).


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West Australian voters punished the McGowan government for increasing household fees and charges, rather than its scandals, with a big swing against Labor in the Darling Range by-election, the state's Opposition says.
Alyssa Hayden, a two-term Barnett government upper house MP, beat Labor's candidate Tania Lawrence 53.3 per cent to 46.7 per cent on a two-party preferred basis when counting was more than 76 per cent complete.
Opposition Leader Mike Nahan says internal Liberal party polling of the electorate last month found the big issue for mortgage-stressed families was the government's July 1 household costs hike, including electricity and water.
Dr Nahan revealed the survey also predicted Saturday's result, despite the Liberals maintaining their underdog status right up until first results rushed in.
He also thanked Nationals WA for their assistance, with their former coalition partners handing out Liberal how-to-vote cards in a protest against the government's cuts to rural education.
Premier Mark McGowan has blamed disgraced former MP Barry Urban for the loss, saying the scandal had coloured Labor's campaign.
The by-election was triggered when Mr Urban quit before he could be expelled from parliament after lies about his education and work history were uncovered.
That highly public embarrassment compounded for the government when their candidate Colleen Yates resigned just days after being endorsed because she too was untruthful about her background, exaggerating tertiary qualifications in an online profile.
Mr McGowan says he decided the party should run despite the twin debacles.
"I had some people saying to me we shouldn't run," he told reporters on Sunday.
"I decided personally that we should run and we should give the people of Darling Range a choice."
Voter turn-out was higher than average for a WA by-election, with 77 per cent of the electorate casting their ballot.
Minor parties took a sizeable chunk of the vote, with the pro-GST reform Western Australia Party securing 5.8 per cent, while Pauline Hanson's One Nation beat the Greens with 7.8 per cent, although analysts had expected it would win nine per cent.


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November? Already??
13 comments:
- Paula, the quilter said...
We had a double handful of trick or treaters. Today, I will take the remainder of the candy to work for the candy jar. Thank goodness it is not close to my desk! I have compared a photo of DS and one of myself and it almost looks like the same child.
- November 01, 2011 8:04 AM
- Becky G said...
Oh my! Practically twins! I have several photos of Salem & myself sitting side by side which were taken when we were the same age. Our features are not as much alike, but we have the same funny little smile. I love to see photos like that. Quite evocative! Enjoy this wonderful fall weather! B
- November 01, 2011 8:15 AM
- Nancy Near Philadelphia said...
A wonderful resemblance. What a pair of handsome dudes.
- November 01, 2011 8:20 AM
- lindsey said...
Well I must say he is a pretty cute boy...and yes very like his daddy!
- November 01, 2011 8:37 AM
- Nane said...
Yep no doubt who his daddy is, no wonder he pulls on your heartstrings so. And I will proably NEVER have a trick or treater again now that I live at the cabin in the woods. Banjo did come up to the sewing room last night with GP and he got some kittie treats!
- November 01, 2011 8:57 AM
- Quiltdivajulie said...
Wonderful pair of photos!!
We had 37 little visitors last night (down from nearly 100 last year, which was down from 200 the year before).
There is WAY TOO MUCH candy at the office today - apparently many others had fewer trick or treaters.
- November 01, 2011 9:00 AM
- MJMR said...
You can tell the apple didn't fall far from the tree with that one! Wonder if the next one will look like mom?
- November 01, 2011 9:09 AM
- Janet said...
Definitely a family resemblance there! Two cuties!
Our trick or treat number was down this year too. Don't know if it was because it was on Monday or because so many places had trunk or treat on the weekend. But I'm doing my best to get rid of the extra candy!
- November 01, 2011 10:08 AM
- AnnieO said...
We had many many trick or treaters--my hubby made the ones just holding out their pillowcases or treat bags say the magic words before he gave them candy!
The photos are too precious! Your camera is much better now but the big grins and red hair are the same!
- November 01, 2011 11:03 AM
- LizA. said...
Wow! Twins for sure....
- November 01, 2011 11:17 AM
- Beth said...
I sent my husband out with SPECIFIC instructions to bring back candy I DID NOT like. What did he buy??? Snickers, Twix, and Reese's Peanut Butter pumpkins! YIKES!! Luckily for me, there were enough ghosties...oh and DH and BOTH sons, to finish them off. This morning, there was just one lonely empty Snickers paper. WHEW! Dodged THAT bullet!
- November 01, 2011 9:49 PM
- Janet O. said...
We had 12 little goblins before we went to spend the evening with the grandchildren. At their home you often couldn't close the door before the next group came up the walk.
No question as to that cute little one's parentage!!
- November 02, 2011 12:00 AM
- Carrie P. said...
those photos are so great. My mom has a picture of herself and one of my sister at the same age. They could be twins. It is amazing.
- November 06, 2011 7:02 PM


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Every year NKT-IKBU organizes a world wide program of special courses on Buddhism and meditation that explain how to apply Buddha's teachings (Dharma) to modern living. The program includes International Festivals, National Festivals and Dharma Celebrations. These Festivals and Celebrations provide a precious opportunity to study and practise the special presentation of modern Buddhism taught by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, the Founder of NKT. The events vary in length from two days to two weeks, but whatever their duration they all offer a vacation with a difference – a chance to break free from the hectic routines of daily life and focus on the things that really matter. You will come away not only refreshed and relaxed but also spiritually re-energized.
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The 2019 NKT-IKBU International Fall Festival is a festival of modern Buddhist teachings, meditations and blessing empowerment.
It is open to anyone who wishes to learn how to use the scientific methods of modern Buddhism to solve their daily life problems, enjoy lasting inner peace, and eventually attain the supreme happiness of full enlightenment.
Special location
The Festival will be held in the new Temple for World Peace at International Kadampa Retreat Center (IKRC) Grand Canyon Arizona from September 27 to October 3, 2019.
It will be preceded by the official opening and blessing of the new Temple currently under construction on the site.
The Mirror of Dharma
Presented by Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong and Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab, the theme of the Festival will be 'Finding the sun of the supreme happiness of enlightenment.'
During the week of teachings and meditations, Gen-la Dekyong and Gen-la Khyenrab will pass on the precious transmission blessings and commentary of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche's latest book, The Mirror of Dharma.
There will also be a blessing empowerment of Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of compassion.
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The annual US Festival is an opportunity for people from around the United States to gather together in the blessed environment of Kadampa Meditation Center New York. This chance to reconnect with friends from other parts of the country and to receive teachings that speak directly to our capacity for improving the lives of ourselves and others brings great meaning to our "spiritual vacation."
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May 25 – 30, 2018: International Spring Festival 2018
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Teachings and meditations of Kadam Lamrim
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Romanian antivirus firm Bitdefender released yesterday a decryption tool that can recover files encrypted by an older version of the LockCrypt ransomware, the one that locks files with the .1btc extension.
This particular version of the LockCrypt ransomware has been active between February 2018 and the end of May, when its authors developed a new version that locks files with the .BI_D extension.
The Bitdefender decryption tool may not be useful for current victims of the LockCrypt ransomware, but users who still have copies of their (.1btc) encrypted files can use it to recover files. Using the tool is pretty simple, as the interface is self-explanatory. office setup
It's no surprise that the Bitdefender team was able to crack LockCrypt's encryption. The LockCrypt ransomware is known for using bad crypto. Malwarebytes has detailed the ransomware's flawed encryption routine in a report in April.
Security researcher Michael Gillespie has been helping victims decrypt their files for multiple versions of the LockCrypt ransomware for more than a year. bit defender support
The LockCrypt ransomware is a ransomware strain that infects victims after hackers use brute-force attacks to break into companies' networks via RDP connections, and then manually run the ransomware's binary.
The ransomware was first spotted in June 2017, and security researchers tracked its authors to a group who was previously active on the Satan Ransomware-as-a-Service portal.
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Last year, the export of Korean pharmaceutical product achieved $ 4.67 billion, the largest export ever in the history
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Over the past five years, the annual average growth rate of the pharmaceutical product export was 17.9% and its upward trend continues.
The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety said that pharmaceutical product export last year amounted to $ 4.67311 billion (5.1431 trillion won), an increase of 14.8% compared to $ 4.07126 billion (4.6025 trillion won) of 2017, the largest export ever in the history.
Also, the annual average growth rate for the past five years (2014-2018) was 17.9% with speedy upward trend and the drug product export amounted to $ 3.08592 billion (66.0%) which was increased by 18.8% from 2017, reaching $3 billion for the first time, and the annual average growth rate showed the high growth rate of 25.8% over the past 5 years.
The amount derived from the production of domestic pharmaceutical products recorded 21.1054 trillion won in 2018, which is increased by 3.7% from 20.3580 trillion won of 2017. Last year, the production of the pharmaceutical products accounted for 1.18% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and its portion in the manufacturing sector accounted for 4.35%, the highest in the past 5 years. Further, the annual average growth rate of the pharmaceutical product sector for the past five years (2014 ~ 2018) was 6.5%, which was 2.1% P higher compared with the overall manufacturing industry (4.4%).
Last year, the main trends of Korea's pharmaceutical markets were ▲ increase in amount derived from the ETC drug production ▲ Changes in the rank of No. 1 production company and the product ▲ huge growth of export drugs to the developed markets such as the USA, Germany and to Southeast Asian countries such as Taiwan, Indonesia ▲ 4 year consecutive surplus due to the strong export trend of biomedicine.
On the performance by the pharmaceutical companies, Hanmi Pharm. recorded the 1st place as 907.5 billion won, with 19.5% growth compared with 2017, followed by Chong Kun Dang (817.2 billion won), Celltrion (725.9 billion won), and Daewoong (692.6 billion won).
As for the drug product, IV-Globulin SN Inj. 5% (100.2 billion won), immunoglobulin drug of Green Cross rose to the 1st place from the 7th place of the last year, followed by Meditoxin Inj. of Medytox (95 billion won) and Plavix Tab. 75mg of Handok (81.1 billion won).
As for the drug substance, Celltrion's HERZUMA fluid rose to the top (290.4 billion won), followed by TRUXIMA (211.2 billion won) and REMSIMA (145.2 billion won).
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Jim Banks Introduces the Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act to Congress
Yesterday, Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, introduced the Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act. This legislation would provide military families with the option of establishing an education savings account (ESA). Under this legislation, a small portion of funding from the federal Impact Aid program would follow military-dependent students through an ESA rather than schools.
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Exiled from their father's kingdom, three princes travel to the high mountains of India. While bathing in the cool waters of a lotus-filled lake, two princes are captured by a monster when they cannot describe correctly the difference between right and wrong. Demonstrating wisdom and compassion, the third prince saves his brothers and inspires the monster to change his ways.
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