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The belief that crime reinforces poverty and otherwise thwarts human development is so widely accepted today that governments and development agencies around the world are trying to produce more useful and reliable measures of public safety. Public safety is not the obverse of crime, and yet the number of recorded crimes along with traffic fatalities may be the only component of public safety for which some governments regularly report information. At the same time, the number of crimes recorded by the police is an unreliable measure of the incidence of crime as well as the prevalence of other unlawful behavior that compromises public safety. How, then, should we measure public safety? And how might government officials in the justice sector measure their contribution to public safety?
One tool for measuring public safety that is common in the Global North and becoming more familiar in the Global South is the victimization survey. Victimization surveys, as we describe in a forthcoming paper, constructively measure public safety when designed as a supplement to other information about crime and violence that is regularly collected by governments and when the responses uncover sources of insecurity and injustice that can be relieved. Victimizations surveys are expensive, though, with long gestation and implementation periods and results that are rarely delivered in time frames and formats that suit public officials. More often than not, victimization surveys deliver news that embarrasses officials responsible for crime, justice, and public safety.
A different approach is to treat crime and public safety as a composite of social problems that can be measured discretely, addressed at the source, and perhaps prevented by governments working with civil society and the support of development agencies. Many development institutions are measuring the incidence of violent crime, especially homicides committed with guns. Others are focused on domestic violence, human trafficking, or even organized crime, such as corporate fraud and money laundering. These approaches to measuring crime are more aligned with the capacity of states and civil society to provide solutions. But they require better and shared information systems, and leave unanswered the larger question of how best to measure "public safety."
The Justice Sector Coordination Office (JSCO) in Sierra Leone has been administering surveys of residents across the country for several years now to gauge their experiences and perceptions of policing and public safety. The results show just how volatile perceptions of safety are and how difficult it is to measure them reliably, with 15 percent of residents saying they feel "very safe" in one year, 30 percent in the following year, and just 8 percent two years later.
The same volatility affects generalized perceptions of the incidence of crime in society, making some responses unreliable sources of indicators for "sense of safety" or "access to justice." But we know that perceptions of the quality of police services and levels of respectful treatment of residents by the police are strongly associated with experiences of the response to reports of crime, an experience that the justice system in Sierra Leone can shape directly. The Harvard team and staff in the JSCO are now trying to disaggregate the data in order to make the problem of safety susceptible to intervention and control. Because of the Attorney General's interest in reducing Sex and Gender Based Violence, we are focusing on sexual assault.
More than two-thirds of survey respondents in Sierra Leone that said they had been victims of a crime in the past two years say they reported the incident to the police. An ever higher portion of victims of sexual assault (75%) say they reported the incident to the police. Levels of satisfaction with the police response to such reports varied greatly by offense – from a high of 40% of victims of theft "very satisfied" with the response to a low of 10% for victims of sexual assault, as the chart below shows.
These figures indicate that police are satisfactorily helping some victims of crime. When they do so, moreover, they appear to boost confidence in police and justice in general. By improving the quality of the response to reports of sexual violence, then, the justice system in Sierra Leone could strengthen overall perceptions of the work of the police. To figure out where additional effort is most likely to have this effect, we need to know where reports of victimization for sexual assault are lowest, and how satisfaction varies by district. The survey was too small to permit this analysis, so we hope to build that knowledge with local police officers and their own information systems.
Research tools such as public perception surveys can provoke the design and use of indicators when they investigate relationships over which government officials or others have some control. Only some surveys do this, however, and few are designed to supplement administrative data, which can make their results easier to incorporate into performance evaluation and other routine management systems. A forthcoming paper on the role of surveys in indicator development describes ways to manage the risks and limitations of perception surveys and suggests ways to increase their compatibility with administrative data and be used by government officials on a recurring basis.


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ajsweedl wrote:what's the difference between this one and the one that is rejected at the bottom?
I had this design, sans the flowers, for sale on my Redbubble site and forgot to pull it when I submitted. When it was rejected, I remembered and took care of that. Since that was the only reason the resub was not rejected.
I've got to say that I am quite happy with how well this has done considering the all of the crazy miss steps made for this derby. Thank you all for the votes and the re-votes!
Yay - it was a squeeker the last few days but at the end - you are in the fog. Here's hoping we get to buy it.
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PixelPants wrote:Refreshing depiction of Spring, qetza. Lots of interesting details and beautiful colours.
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midstarrynight wrote:Because the head is not attached, I thought the head was some bug eating the flowers at first...with the nose-holes as the eyes, and the actual eyes as wings....and giggled when I saw my mistake.
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Hahaha, I need to work on my thumbnail I guess. Thanks!
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It is a brown.
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Now that I've seen this, I want to own it immediately. Patience is not one of my strengths. Really stunning!
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I know you didn't intend it that way, but I see everything through the lens of musical theater.
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Barbara Novick, Vice Chairman, is a member of BlackRock's Global Executive and Global Operating Committees and Chairs the Government Relations Steering Committee. From the inception of the firm in 1988 to 2008, she headed the Global Client Group and oversaw global Business Development, Marketing and Client Service across equity, fixed income, liquidity, alternative investment and real estate products for institutional and individual investors and their intermediaries worldwide. In her current role, she heads the firm's efforts globally on Government Relations and Public Policy.
Prior to founding BlackRock in 1988, Ms. Novick was a Vice President in the Mortgage Products Group at The First Boston Corporation. She joined First Boston in 1985 where she became Head of the Portfolio Products Team. From 1982 to 1985, she was with Morgan Stanley.
Ms. Novick has authored numerous articles on asset management and public policy issues. She is a member of CFA Institute's Future of Finance Advisory Council and Reuters' Editorial Advisory Board. She currently serves as a Trustee of Cornell University, UJA-Federation, and the HCM Foundation, and coaches in the Westchester Youth Soccer League. She previously served on the boards of Robert Toigo Foundation (2007-2010), City Harvest (2010-2012) and Westchester Day School (2000-2005), and served as both Treasurer and Trustee of Westchester Jewish Center (1994-2012).
Ms. Novick earned a BA degree, cum laude, in economics from Cornell University in 1981.


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By Rob Kelly
Thomas Vermaelen believes Steve Bould's meticulous methods will help Arsenal improve this season.
The 49-year-old was named as Arsène Wenger's assistant manager this summer following the retirement of the long-serving Pat Rice.
Vermaelen enjoyed his time with Rice and he says that Bould has already made a positive impact on the training pitch.
"Steve is really good to work with, especially for defenders as he has been a defender himself," the Belgian told Arsenal Player.
"He knows what it is all about and gives us a lot of tips. He works a lot on the shape of the team and that is very important, so I am very happy he came to work with the first team.
"He is very focused on details. A lot of players, because we are getting older, we know how to play. But he looks at details and the shape of your body and to be honest I am learning a lot from him."
Vermaelen is pleased with the squad's preparations, and says they know which areas must be improved on this season.
"We have to get the shape of the team right," he said. "We have been working on it throughout pre-season and we are focusing on that.
"I think having your shape right is one of the most important things in football, whether you have the ball or don't have the ball. We are working really hard on that and Steve does the job really well."
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The windshield wipers may not operate as expected.
Toyota will notify owners of affected vehicles beginning November 8, 2013. If you don't receive notification you feel you should have, please contact your dealer for further instruction. They may ask for your vehicle identification number (VIN), so please have it handy when you call.
An electrical short can develop in the windshield wiper switch assembly. As a result, the wipers may not function as expected. If the driver's visibility is reduced the risk of a crash increases. Dealers will replace the wiper switch assembly in affected vehicles to correct this concern.
October 17, 2013
Toyota Motor Engineering & manufacturing North America, Inc. (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Camry and Camry HV, model year 2013 Avalon and Avalon HV and model year 2014 Corolla vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper switch assembly may short circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, No. 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
A short circuit could cause inoperative windshield wipers, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper switch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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Argggh, this is bringing back my old high school obsession before guns got me ..... SUNGLASSES!
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I have a discount code for 40% off anything Rudy Project Sunglasses Sells and wanted to share that information with forum members!
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Argggh, this is bringing back my old high school obsession before guns got me ..... SUNGLASSES!
Must resist. Must resist.
It is a deal that you cannot refuse!!! They make the lenses for the ImpactX out of the same material as the windshields on the Apache Helicopter - I just read that on their site.
I don't know about this...
Several years ago I decided to treat myself to a pair of Serengeti Driver sunglasses. I think they cost about $125.00 at the time. Anyway, I must have left them somewhere after having them less than 6 months.
Oddly enough, I still have the same pair of sunglasses I bought at least 5 years ago at the Dollar Store. Can't lose 'em. Can't break 'em.
Go Figure!
The only problem with that is if something were to fly back and hit your sunglasses they would not keep your eyes from being injured or lost. Safety has no price and neither does your eyes!!


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Softball Signs Two to National Letters of Intent
GREEN BAY, Wis. (GreenBayPhoenix.com) – The Green Bay softball team inked two players during the early national letter of intent signing period, welcoming DePere's Lexi LeCalsey and Lakewood Park Christian's (Ind.) Jaclyn Delagrange to the Phoenix.
Lexi LeCalsey
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DePere High School
"Lexi will truly be a huge asset to the Green Bay softball program," head coach Jean Rivett said. "Lexi brings a wealth of softball experience having played in some of the top softball tournaments in the country since a very young age. She is truly a self-motivated and determined young lady who has a very bright future ahead of her."
-As a junior, recorded a 1.94 ERA with 96 strikeouts in 72.3 innings for DePere
-Playing in several USSSA Tournaments, named a tournament MVP six times, including the North Florida USSSA State Championships in June 2012
-In competitive tournament play, has thrown two perfect games and six no hitters
Jaclyn Delagrange
Waterloo, Ind.
Lakewood Park Christian
"Jaclyn will play an instrumental role as a member of the Green Bay softball team the next few years," head coach Jean Rivett said. "Jaclyn will bring a great work ethic to the softball program and is a very talented and gifted young lady. We are extremely fortunate to have landed Jaclyn and her competitive greatness. Her game presence and handling pitchers will truly make a huge impact on us all here at Green Bay."
-Helped lead Lakewood Park to three consecutive appearances in the Indiana State Softball Tournament, including back-to-back titles in 2012 and 2013
-In three seasons, tallied 21 home runs, 118 RBI, 34 doubles, six triples and 91 runs scored while hitting .438
-Played travel softball with Indy Dreams
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CHAPEL HILL - Fifth-ranked North Carolina jumped out to a quick, early lead and held on for a victory over No. 16 Towson on Friday afternoon at Fetzer Field. Senior Kara Canizzaro led the Tar Heels with four goals, all four in the first 11 minutes of play. With her fourth goal, Cannizzaro reached the 100-goal plateau in her standout career in Chapel Hill.
Carolina jumped out to a 5-1 lead, only to go scoreless for over 19 minutes and allow Towson back into the game. The Tigers got as close as 6-5 in the second half before the Tar Heels replied with three consecutive goals to put the game out of reach late in the contest.
With the win, Carolina improves to 1-1 this season and bounces back from its 5-3 loss to third-ranked Florida last weekend. Towson, playing its season opener, falls to 0-1.
Cannizzaro, who was held scoreless in the loss to Florida, scored her four goals on 11 shots while also collecting three ground balls. Freshman Aly Messinger scored twice, the first two goals of her career. Jessica Griffin, Sammy Jo Tracy and Abbey Friend scored single goals for UNC.
Towson was led by Jackie LaMonica and Sarah Maloof, who each tallied two goals and one assist. Kelly Custer and Olivia Turner both also scored for the Tigers, and Rhiannon Coogle dished out an assist.
Cannizzaro scored UNC's first three goals in less than four minutes coming out of the lockerroom. Messinger scored an unassisted goal at 25:50 for a 4-0 Carolina lead before LaMonica's first goal made it 4-1. Cannizzaro scored her fourth goal at the 19:04 mark for a 5-1 advantage, but the Tar Heels didn't score the rest of the first half while Custer and Maloof scored for the Tigers to make it 5-3 at halftime.
The Tar Heels started off the second half quickly and scored their first goal in over 19 minutes when Griffin scored unassisted at 29:33 to make it 6-3 UNC. Towson responded a minute later with a goal from LaMonica off a good pass from Maloof from behind the cage, making it 6-4. The Tigers pulled within a goal at the 26:33 mark when Turner took a pass from LaMonica and scored to make it 6-5.
Tracy and Messinger, a pair of Tar Heel freshmen, followed with back-to-back unassisted goals to make it 8-5 with 20:10 left. Friend scored an unassisted goal at the 15:00 mark to make it 9-5. Carolina dominated possession for much of the latter stages of the game, icing the victory by keeping the ball away from the Tigers and passing deliberately to set up shots and prevent Towson from cutting into the lead significantly.
Towson did pull within 9-6 with 5:30 left with a goal against UNC backup goalkeeper Megan Ward but could get no closer. Senior Lauren Maksym made the start in the cage for UNC and picked up the victory by playing the entire first half.
Carolina will return to action on Sunday a home game against Richmond at Fetzer Field at 1 p.m.


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Annual Bucks 'Wives Save Lives' Auction Slated for Game vs. Nets on Saturday
The Milwaukee Bucks and Columbia St. Mary's Hospital are collaborating to host the 21st annual "Bucks Wives Save Lives" auction during the Bucks-Nets game tomorrow night at the BMO Harris Bradley Center. The silent auction gives fans a rare opportunity to bid on one-of-a-kind items, with all proceeds benefiting Columbia St. Mary's Breast Health Programs and the Milwaukee Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness Program. The "Bucks Wives Save Lives" auction has raised nearly $300,000 over the last 20 seasons.
The auction is highlighted by the popular "Favorite Things" baskets for each Bucks player, featuring a pair of that player's autographed shoes along with his favorite book, music, snacks, restaurant gift cards and more. Bucks coaches also prepared baskets. For the fifth straight year, each "Favorite Things" basket was put together by Bucks Team Mates, an organization made up of the wives, significant others and family members of Bucks players and coaches. Other notable auction items include autographs from NBA stars Dwyane Wade, Glenn Robinson and Carmelo Anthony, and NFL stars Aaron Rodgers and J.J. Watt.
To participate in this great cause, fans are invited to stop by the arena's East Lobby during Saturday's game vs. the Nets (7:30 p.m. tip). The auction will begin when doors open at 6:30 p.m. and conclude at the end of halftime. During that time, Bucks employees, Team Mates, and representatives from Columbia St. Mary's and the Milwaukee Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness Program will be on hand to monitor the auction and answer questions about the program.
Tickets for the game are still available and can be purchased online at Bucks.com, by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-4NBA-TIX or in person at the BMO Harris Bradley Center box office.
The Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness Program is a project of the City of Milwaukee Health Department. Since its inception in 1990, the program has provided breast cancer screenings to more than 31,000 uninsured and underinsured women Milwaukee. The Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness Program is supported by city, state and private contributions.
Columbia St. Mary's is a marketing partner with the Milwaukee Bucks and an active supporter of the "Bucks Wives Save Lives" auction to support the Milwaukee Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness Program. The Columbia St. Mary's Breast Health Center is working to bring digital mammography closer to home for the women of Southeastern Wisconsin with the addition of the new Columbia St. Mary's Mobile Digital Mammography Center. The Mobile Digital Mammography Center provides screening mammograms at clinic locations and community partners in an effort to make the screening process easier and more accessible. The Mobile Digital Mammography Center will be at the event and open for tours.
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Discussion in 'Fantasy Sports Central' started by webz, Oct 2, 2009.
And Horford now too.
Bad luck dear friend.
Looks like #5 is about to knock off #1. BDL, we miss you around here bro.
Congrats to the 'Waves for knocking off the previously UNBEATEN Denver Squirrels. Sorry I haven't been around much lately. Sometimes life gets in the way of casual internet basketball fandom.
I'm kind of pissed at the ESPN fantasy system this week. Monday morning I made several transactions and roster moves that totally disappeared later that day. Then suddenly I couldn't log in to my account on my computer because it mysteriously claimed that I wasn't accepting cookies. I also blame BDL since I'm not entirely sure he didn't have a hand in this.
I hope everything is ok friend.
The story of my week
yeah, Dragic has been awesome in the last week, hasn't he? Can't believe he's not an All Star.
As I fall out of contention, Ralphi has quietly taken top spot in the league ...
Speaking of quiet things, the trash talk in here has been great.
Shut it, CJ.
Okay, my team is loaded with potential keepers. Anyone interested in Dwayne Wade or Brook Lopez?
Hey man, kicked your behind last week. I've had no opportunity to talk trash! Til now... I wasn't able to set my lineups for the first 2 months of the season while hiking the himalayas, and was left languishing in last place at 30-50-1. Since I returned I've gone 37-16 and find myself in 5th. Not a bad recovery, considering all of my keepers have missed significant time. Westbrook's been out most of the season, Sanders missed 30 and now done for the season, Deron 16 games, Kawhi 12 games and counting... Add in Bledsoe out for 28 games and counting - who was killing it. Surprised I'm in the hunt to be honest. Sorry bro, I don't think either of those guys are keeper material for next season and both won't be much help for the rest of this season.
Why do you think I'm trying to trade them?
Bill should be in sales. Like a second career after thread necromancy. Not much money in that.
I was trying to give away Dwayne Wade. He put up 24 points (11-17 FG, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, 10 assists, and three steals in 37 minutes last night. I guess nobody needs those type of numbers. I suck as a salesman.
Quietly indeed, I really have no clue how that happened. Leaving Paul George, Pizza guy and Big Al aside, they are scrubs. So I guess all of your players are simply even worse.
This has been a pretty epic battle this week, Ralphi. Every time I think the tide has turned, it goes the other way. I don't think I will survive tonight's onslaught though.
Fact: On January 1st, 2014, amendment 64 of the Colorado state constitution went into effect--legalizing marijuana for recreational use. Since this law went into effect, the Denver Squirrels have been in a tailspin. Coincidence?
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Abitz Fires Strong Round to Lead Women's Golf
HOWEY-IN-THE-HILLS, Fla. (GreenBayPhoenix.com) - Sophomore Grace Abitz (Appleton, Wis.) shaved 12 strokes off of her round one score and posted an 84 on Saturday to lead the Green Bay women's golf team in the second round of the 2012 Horizon League Championship. The Phoenix sits in sixth place with a 36-hole total of 697 (113).
Butler led the eight-team field for the second day in a row with a score of 323 and will enter the final round with an 18-stroke lead over Detroit (672, +88). Loyola (679, +95), Cleveland State (680, +96) and Youngstown State (689, +105) round out the top five.
Senior Eleanor Yorobe (Bloomington, Wis.) followed her opening round 82 with an 87 on Saturday and leads Green Bay in a tie for 13th place overall.
Sophomore Molly Fassbinder (Hudson, Wis.) carded 10 pars on Saturday and cut three strokes off her first round score. After an 85, she is tied for 18th (173, +27). Abitz is now tied for 28th after her strong round (180, +34) wjile senior Stephanie Fifield (Oconto Falls, Wis.) is one more stroke back in 30th place. Junior Christina De Boer (Onalaska, Wis.) rounds out the Phoenix golfers in a tie for 34th place.
2012 Horizon League
1. Butler, 331-323=654 (+70)
2. Detroit, 342-332=674 (+90)
T3. Cleveland State, 344-336=680 (+96)
T3. Loyola, 345-335=680 (+96)
5. Youngstown State, 350-339=689 (+105)
6. Green Bay, 349-348=697 (+113)
7. Valparaiso, 351-357=708 (+124)
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A warming pause?
The blogosphere (and not only that) has been full of the "global warming is taking a break" meme lately. Although we have discussed this topic repeatedly, it is perhaps worthwhile reiterating two key points about the alleged pause here.
(1) This discussion focuses on just a short time period – starting 1998 or later – covering at most 11 years. Even under conditions of anthropogenic global warming (which would contribute a temperature rise of about 0.2 ºC over this period) a flat period or even cooling trend over such a short time span is nothing special and has happened repeatedly before (see 1987-1996). That simply is due to the fact that short-term natural variability has a similar magnitude (i.e. ~0.2 ºC) and can thus compensate for the anthropogenic effects. Of course, the warming trend keeps going up whilst natural variability just oscillates irregularly up and down, so over longer periods the warming trend wins and natural variability cancels out.
(2) It is highly questionable whether this "pause" is even real. It does show up to some extent (no cooling, but reduced 10-year warming trend) in the Hadley Center data, but it does not show in the GISS data, see Figure 1. There, the past ten 10-year trends (i.e. 1990-1999, 1991-2000 and so on) have all been between 0.17 and 0.34 ºC per decade, close to or above the expected anthropogenic trend, with the most recent one (1999-2008) equal to 0.19 ºC per decade – just as predicted by IPCC as response to anthropogenic forcing.
Figure 1. Global temperature according to NASA GISS data since 1980. The red line shows annual data, the larger red square a preliminary value for 2009, based on January-August. The green line shows the 25-year linear trend (0.19 ºC per decade). The blue lines show the two most recent ten-year trends (0.18 ºC per decade for 1998-2007, 0.19 ºC per decade for 1999-2008) and illustrate that these recent decadal trends are entirely consistent with the long-term trend and IPCC predictions. Even the highly "cherry-picked" 11-year period starting with the warm 1998 and ending with the cold 2008 still shows a warming trend of 0.11 ºC per decade (which may surprise some lay people who tend to connect the end points, rather than include all ten data points into a proper trend calculation).
Why do these two surface temperature data sets differ over recent years? We analysed this a while ago here, and the reason is the "hole in the Arctic" in the Hadley data, just where recent warming has been greatest.
Figure 2. The animated graph shows the temperature difference between the two 5-year periods 1999-2003 and 2004-2008. The largest warming has occurred over the Arctic in the past decade and is missing in the Hadley data.
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Editor's Note: Whether you're a tourist or an office worker in downtown Chicago, you can get sick of eating at chain restaurants all day. So we've started a series to get you the lowdown on where to find a great and affordable lunch.
After my weird culinary travels across the globe at Burrito Buggy, it occurred to me that I really haven't covered much Mexican food for Lunch in the Loop. Sure, I did Rick Bayless' Frontera Fresco at the beginning of this year, but that's been about it so far. And man, do I love me some burritos. My girlfriend thinks I love them a little too much, and whenever I put one up to my mouth, she points at me (or the burrito, I never can tell) and says, "Don't." But I do it anyway, much to her dismay. She puts up with so much.
Taco Burrito King is just around the corner from my office, and considering it has the word "king" in its name, I thought I'd put its claim of taco and burrito monarchy to the test. In my face.
I don't usually consider nachos a viable lunch option, but my coworkers love the Super Nachos ($6.75), which are pictured here with ground beef. The nachos come covered in a generous stripe of guacamole, sour cream, and tomatoes, and if you think about it, they look like the Mexican flag. Coincidence? I think not! And beneath the stripes of food justice, you have a bed of chips covered in meat and bright orange cheese sauce.
If I had to make any comparisons, these are basically ballpark nachos with the works, plus some bonus guacamole. The ground beef tastes like taco-kit seasoned meat, and the cheese sauce is uniform and processed (which I admittedly love). The guacamole is simple but freshly made, and inevitably, the whole thing turns into a sloppy mess as you eat it. I'm still on the fence about what happens when guacamole and the processed cheese sauce mix, as the flavors don't quite mesh. But since I'm such a fan of guacamole, I'm just happy it's there.
In this case, I eschewed the tacos for the burrito. And whenever I order a burrito, it always has to be steak, no question whatsoever. The King Steak Burrito ($6.25) is about the size of my forearm, though it's pretty standard fare—the steak doesn't have any discernable char, but it's fairly beefy. While there's nothing particularly outstanding about the mix of cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, refried beans, and sour cream, the burrito still fills the occasional aching need. And it's gigantic.
The chicken enchilada plate ($8.50), which comes with a side of rice and beans, is also hefty. The corn tortilla wrapped chicken comes doused with just the right amount of red chili sauce. The chicken is moist and tender and the sauce has that slightly bitter chili flavor that you expect with enchiladas. Again, no reinventing of the wheel here, but the enchiladas are a worthwhile break from sandwiches and salads.
The al pastor torta plate ($6.50) is your basic large torta with a side of rice and beans. The first thing I noticed was that there wasn't a spinning spit in back, so it's really cooked marinated pork. The pork isn't caramelized or charred, and the marinade isn't particularly memorable either, so I'd skip the al pastor and stick to steak.
So does the food live up to its bold kingly claims? I'd say that's exaggerating a bit, but Taco Burrito King is one of those places that will give you a standard burrito, and they have ballpark-style nachos in case you crave that orange cheese sauce like I occasionally do.
Taco Burrito King
Southeast corner of Wells St. and Van Buren St. (map)
About the author: After a failed attempt at starting a chain of theme restaurants called "Smellen Keller," Dennis Lee traveled the world to discover his true passion. Sadly, midwifery didn't pan out. Now he works in a cubicle, and screws around as much as possible. Follow his shenanigans on Twitter.


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text: Lets say hypothetically that the old 6.0 system and compulsory (school) figures were still in place and had always remained in place, with compulsory figures making up 60% of the marks. Under this system, there was no short program, and the free program made up 40% of the marks. This was the system that used to exist up until around 40 years ago. Thereafter, the percentage of the marks taken up by compulsories were gradually reduced, a short program was introduced in the early 1970's, and compulsories were ultimately eliminated altogether after the 1989/90 season. But, as stated, lets say hypothetically that things never changed, and that compulsories still existed under a 6.0 system, making up 60% of the marks. If that were the case, which of the 12 ladies singles skaters listed in the above poll would be best placed to win the 2014 Sochi Olympics? It should not be assumed that the current favourites would still be favourites. The old system required a completely different skill set. Just as Trixi Schuba would stand little chance under COP/IJS (she was never more than an very average free skater), many of today's skaters would really struggle under the old regime. How many of them would have been able to perform school figures to the standard that Trixie was able to? Moreover, many of the current favourites lack the artistry required to obtain high marks in the free program for artistic impression under the old 6.0 system. Hence, its not beyond the realms of possibility that the person who would actually win would not be one of the current favourites, but a Trixi Schuba type skater who is currently struggling lower down the rankings (suggestions please!).


text: The only XD that I have shot is the .45tac. That thing felt like a big brick the first time I drawed it up to fire. I didn't think it was ever going to run out of ammo. After a few mags I really started to like it. I think it's a great platform even if people say it's a Glock copy. Guess I'd like a Glock too but I have never shot one. Been thinking about a 9mm Compack maybe one day.


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Makki Di Roti (Griddle Cooked Corn Bread)More Indian flatbreads from Lisa's Vegetarian Kitchen:
2 cups of yellow corn flour
1 1/2 teaspoons of sea salt
2 inch piece of ginger, finely grated
8 green chilies, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 - 2/3 cup of warm water
a few tablespoons of ghee, melted butter, or oil
In a medium bowl, combine the corn flour and salt. Stir in the ginger and chilies. Gradually some of the warm water, stirring as you go. Add enough until the dough comes together. Knead the dough a few times on a floured board until you have a soft dough.
Divide the dough into 10 balls. Cover with plastic wrap to keep the dough moist.
To prepare for the cooking process, you will need a large sheet of aluminum foil folded in half. Also need is one large piece of waxed paper (roughly 12 inches wide) and another 11 sheets, roughly 8 inches wide.
Take a ball of the dough and transfer it to the large piece of waxed paper. Depending on how moist the dough is, you may wish to sprinkle a bit of flour on the sheet. Roll out with a lightly floured rolling pin or stretch the dough out with your hands until it is shaped into a 4 inch round. Gently peel the round off of the waxed paper and transfer to a small piece of waxed paper and cover it with a second sheet. You may want to use a flipper so as not to break up the round. Repeat this process with the rest of the dough.
Brush a small non-stick pan with some ghee, butter or oil and preheat over medium heat. When hot, transfer one of the rounds to the pan, Cook until lightly browned, (roughly 3 - 4 minutes), flip and cook the other side for a few minutes. Flip again, brush with a bit more butter, flip again and then transfer the cooked roti to the folded sheet of foil. Continue until all of the rotis are cooked, brushing the pan with more butter as necessary. Keep warm in a 150 degree oven if desired, though they will keep warm in the foil for a good while.
Yields 10 rotis
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6053. Unlawful advertising. [Repealed by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1211, effective January 1, 1979.]
Reimbursement for tax.—Inasmuch as the tax is on the retailer and any amount of sales tax reimbursement which is separately stated is itself part of the purchase price, it is of no immediate legal concern to one purchasing an article at a list price of 15 cents plus 01 cent as sales tax reimbursement that the retailer is required to pay to the state a tax of only 4¼ mills on account of the transaction. The provisions of this and the preceding section relating to the "passing on" of the tax are valid. De Aryan v. Akers (1939) 12 Cal.2d 781, cert. den. (1939) 308 U.S. 581.
The provisions of this and the preceding section give the retailer no right of action against the consumer unless the consumer has agreed to pay reimbursement for the tax as a part of the price and has failed to do so. Clary v. Basalt Rock Co. (1950) 99 Cal.App.2d 458; Pacific Engineering Co. v. State of California (1952) 111 Cal.App.2d 31; Livingston Rock and Gravel Co. v. De Salvo (1955) 136 Cal.App.2d 156.


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The Buffalo Sabres may finally be breaking out of their long tradition of losing to the NHL worst teams. Last Friday, they blasted the Carolina Hurricanes 5-0 and Wednesday they throttled the Washington Capitals 5-2. Ten goals in two straight home games could be just what the doctor ordered.
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Ok so I am working on my celta pre-task. I just need a second pair of eyes to make sure that I am on the right path. It has been so long since I have learned about verb tenses and phrases. I thank those in advance for taking the time to read this and help me out!
What I need to do is take the underlined tenses/phrases and label what type they are and why. The pink text are my answers.
B. Name the underlined and numbered tenses (or verb phrases) in the following text and comment on the meaning.
1. was waiting = past progressive (or continuous) used to talk about an activity that took place over a whole period of time.
2. became = past tense of become, which is defined as begin to.
3. had been = past perfect progressive used to refer to a continuous, ongoing action in the past which was already completed by the time another action in the past took place.
4. was stamped = past simple used because it was a short, quickly finished action
5. haven't changed = present perfect (negative) used as an example of an action that has been expected but did not happen yet.
6. It's raining = present perfect progressive used to describe an action that started at some point in the past and continues through the present.
7. I've been living here for more than ten years.
I've been living = present progressive used to describe an action that started at some point in the past and continues through the present.
8. I'll be leaving here on Friday.
I'll be leaving = future tense used to describe what will happen
9. Toyota cars are made in Japan.
Are made - I am thinking this one is past progressive but I was thrown off by this one.


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Welcome to Talking Heads.
Before and after every first-team fixture, our co-commentator and an Arsenal blogger will have their say on the game.
Arsenal took on Swansea in the third round of the FA Cup on Sunday and our Talking Heads for this game were former Gunner Martin Hayes and Daniel Cowan from North London Is Red.
I guess people would have taken a draw before the match. It was a proper cup tie and Arsenal put in a really good second-half performance.
We managed to get ourselves in front and it was a shame we couldn't hold on in the end. Kieran Gibbs' goal was great and deserved to be the matchwinner. But unfortunately we didn't defend the corner properly at the end and had to come home with a draw.
I think Arsène Wenger will take a lot of positives from the game. The performance was much better than that against Southampton, and the team showed a lot of promise. The players will be able to turn their attention to the Manchester City game at the weekend now, and know that we're in the hat for the next round. Hopefully the team can get the job done in the replay and then progress through the competition.
I would say, hand on heart, the FA Cup is the only realistic trophy Arsenal can win this season. It's difficult, because you look at the side and you know what they can do. The consistency hasn't been there but that's the kind of team that can win a cup competition. You wouldn't rule yourself out of the Champions League because you've seen what Chelsea did last year. They didn't win it in style but they were just effective on the day and that's really how we are at the moment.
I think it's good to get these lads into big cup competitions. Semi-finals are good, when you get the pressure of dealing with the next phase. Getting into more semi-finals is a big plus. The more cup finals and the big occasions you can play in, it's a next level of pressure. I don't think there's anyone left at Arsenal that's won a trophy with the Club. They need a bit of taking to the next level if they are all going to push on for the bigger prizes in years to come.
I think the Swansea result last month was a big blow to a lot of people. Swansea have shown they are very capable of playing. They are one of the few sides that are capable of outplaying Arsenal, which should make it a good game for football lovers. Maybe that result gave the team a kick up the backside. It will certainly leave a bit of a wound there which I'm sure the players will want to put right, especially after a disappointing performance and result against Southampton. Swansea have raised their form for big sides so it's all set up for a cracking cup tie.
I think Arsenal will win but in a replay. I'll go for 1-1 on the day.
I thought it was going to be a tricky game for Arsenal and it certainly was. The first half was unspectacular and we weren't sharp enough in getting the ball from midfield through to the forwards.
I don't really think Arsenal have conceded a good goal this season, we've mostly been undone by long balls or set pieces and this game was no different. Swansea took the lead from a long ball by Michel Vorm which was turned in by Michu - although it actually worked in our favour.
After going behind, our shape looked a lot better and we seemed to start creating chances. Time ticked on and despite our improvement it looked like it wasn't going to be our day until Lukas Podolski pulled us level and a super volley from Gibbs edged us in front. I thought it was going to be the 2-1 win that I predicted but sadly Danny Graham popped up with an equaliser and we now have a replay to look forward to.
After a disappointing but fair result at St. Mary's, Arsenal will be hoping to bounce back and regain some momentum in a vital competition that is probably our best chance for a trophy. We'll be up against a Swansea side who like to pass the ball around which usually works in our favour. However, Swansea have a superb work ethic and press the ball extremely well which doesn't work in our favour so we'll have to concentrate for 100 per cent of the match.
Both managers will field their best teams so this won't be an easy game and I'm certain it will be extremely uncomfortable to watch if we don't take our early chances. Hopefully Per Mertesacker will be back from illness as despite his quiet nature he is our leader in defence and we look stronger when he plays. Lukas Podolski and Santi Cazorla have been in and out this term but we'll need them to perform if we are going to take this match. I hope to see Theo Walcott continue in his run up front as I think his pace and movement could cause Swansea the trouble it caused Newcastle. This is a cup match, there are no second chances and the players will be fully aware of this. I'm going for a nervy 2-1 win.
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By Richard Clarke
Arsène Wenger is hoping that Aaron Ramsey will return in November.
The Welshman suffered fractures to the tibia and fibula of his right leg during Arsenal's 3-1 win at Stoke City back in February. His recovery has been swift since then but, until today, Wenger had not revealed the expected date of his comeback. Now November has been ringed on the calendar.
Although Ramsey is one of three players who will miss the start of the season, all are making solid progress. Arsenal could be without other squad members for the curtain-raiser at Liverpool on Sunday but they are only minor problems.
"We have some problems with Bendtner and Djourou (hamstring)," said Wenger. "Bendtner will be out for four weeks I think with a groin problem. But we have Ramsey who is coming back in November now. All the rest of the injuries are short term."


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'Opponents loathe Kaleta. The 26-year-old winger's aggressive play and history of questionable hits have put him under the microscope. It's unlikely he'll receive the benefit of doubt from NHL discipline czar Brendan Shanahan.'
Sabres' Kaleta could get suspended for Richards hit
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Turkey Discovered - 14 Days
Discover Turkish treasures on a trip that packs in Ottoman Istanbul, the ancient ruins of Ephesus and Pergamum, historic Gallipoli and the Aegean, fine Mediterranean beaches, whirling dervishes, stunning Cappadocia and UNESCO listed Safranbolu. This is ultimate Turkey, in two amazing weeks!
Trip Highlights
Not Included
Saturday. Welcome to Turkey! Arrive Istanbul airport and included transfer to our hotel. The remainder of the afternoon offers free time for you to relax or explore. At 8 o clock this evening our tip filled welcome meeting takes place. A great opportunity to meet your tour guide and travelling companions before our exciting 14 day adventure gets under way.
Overnight: Istanbul
The Blue Mosque & Topkapi Palace
Istanbul is the only city in the world to span two continents resting on the shores of the Bosphorus - the strait of water that divides the continents of Europe and Asia. Its illustrious past leaves a rich legacy of churches, mosques, palaces and museums, complemented by the behemoth Grand Bazaar and colourful street life.
Today we embark on a classic guided tour of the city's highlights. Our first stop is Sultanahmet, the compact old city filled with parks, gardens and stunning sights. The Blue Mosque is famed for it's blue Iznik tiles and unique 6 minarets. The Hagia Sofia, constructed in the 6th century, reigned as the grandest and biggest church in Christendom until the conquest of Constantinople in 1453, when it became a mosque. Just around the corner is the stunning Topkapi Palace where we spend time exploring the grounds and various museums contained within the Palace walls. Evening at leisure.
Overnight: Istanbul | Breakfast
Gallipoli - WW1 battlefields
Istanbul – Gallipoli. Early this morning we travel to the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli. Here, we'll embark upon a guided tour of the region, once the site of fierce fighting and today almost hauntingly beautiful, with its wooded landscape dotted with understated memorials to the war dead.
Our guided tour of the region will take in sights such as ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Australian War Memorial and cemetery, Chunuk Bair New Zealand War Memorial and cemetery, the Nek, Johnston's Jolly and the many fortified trenches still clearly visible amongst the scrub after all these years. Roughly 3 feet deep, the system of trenches provided much need safe cover for troops as they desperately fought the enemy.
Crossing the Dardenelles by ferry (offering panoramic views of the entire Gallipoli Peninsular) we proceed to our hotel for a little rest and relaxation, waterside.
Overnight: Canakkale | Breakfast, Dinner
Troy & Coastal Kusadasi
Gallipoli – Kusadasi. At Troy (the inspiration for Homer's Illiad and much more recently the movie Troy) we visit the Trojan Horse and ruins. We enjoy a guided tour of the ancient city that dates back to 3000BC! En route to Kusadasi, we explore the ruins of Pergamum with it's impressive temples, library and medical facilities which made it a famous cultural and political centre of it's time.
Overnight: Kusadasi | Breakfast, Dinner
Ancient Ephesus & Greek Sirince
Kusadasi - Sirince. Today, we enjoy a guided tour of the legendary Roman ruins of Ephesus. Positively the best preserved classical city in the eastern Mediterranean, Ephesus, under the Romans, was a vast city with a population nearing 250,000 and became the Roman Capital of Asia Minor. It revelled in it's prosperity from commerce and visiting pilgrims who came to see the great Temple of Artemis - one of the Seven Ancient Wonders. Exemplifying the finesse of Roman urban life, Ephesus boasts carefully restored elements including a Great Theatre, Curetes Way, the Temple of Serapis and the Library of Celsus. Stop by the ancient public toilets and public brothel!
Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and afterward we stop to watch a demonstration of how they are made before visiting the quaint Greek village of Sirince peached mountainside within a valley of vineyards and orchards.
Overnight: Kusadasi | Breakfast, Dinner
Cotton Castles of Pamukkale
Kusadasi – Pamukkale. Meandering through the sweeping plains and endless cotton farms we arrive at the ruins of Roman Hieropolis and the hot springs of Pamakkule. Admire this surreal landscape created by frequent earthquakes in the fault depression of the Menderes river basin. Marvel at the crystalline marble, quartzites and stalagtites, which shimmer in the sunlight. There will be time to paddle our feet as you walk the terraces or opt for a dip in the thermal baths. Later we stop at a leather manufacturing house.
Overnight: Pamukkale | Breakfast, Dinner
Turtle Beach & Fethiye
Pamukkale - Koycegiz - Fethiye. Arriving at the lakeside town of Koycegiz, we embark upon a boat cruise to Turtle Beach and smother ourselves in mud at the local mud bath. We continue our journey to Fethiye, a charming port town on Turkey's Turquoise Coast, fringed by the Taurus Mountains where we'll spend the next two nights.
Overnight: Fethiye | Breakfast, Dinner
Kayakoy & Oludeniz
Fethiye - Kayakoy Greek village - Oludeniz - Fethiye. After breakfast today we explore the quaint Greek village of Kayakoy. This afternoon we drive to Oludeniz, a popular resort town which is home to the beautiful Blue Lagoon. Here you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a swim before travelling back to neighbouring Fethiye.
Overnight: Fethiye | Breakfast
Saklikent Gorge
Fethiye - Antalya. Today we visit the stunningly beautiful Saklikent Gorge, Turkey's longest and deepest canyon, take a walk through nature, or just relax and watch the world go by from the fig tree-shaded wooden platforms that overlook the river. Weaving our way through the Touros Mountains we arrive to Antalya visiting the Duden Waterfalls en route.
Overnight: Antalya | Breakfast, Dinner
Whirling Dervishes
Antalya – Cappadocia. Early morning departure for Konya, en route we visit the ancient theatre of Aspendos. Arriving at Konya, we tour the monastery of the Mevlana whirling dervishes and the mausoleum of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi. A further stop is made along the Silk Road at the Seljuk - a fine example of an ancient Silk Road caravanserai.
Overnight: Cappadocia | Breakfast, Dinner
Underground Cities
Today we tour the stunning Cappadocia region - an extraordinary national treasure The utter improbability of the seemingly surreal landscapes have to be seen to be believed, where whole troglodyte villages, subterranean churches and fortresses have been hewn from the soft, porous, eerily eroded rock of Cappadocia.
A guided tour of the region includes the World Heritage Listed Goreme Valley to see stunning examples of rock-cut Byzantine churches and chapels, Kaymaki Underground City and Uchisar Castle. Stopping on the outskirts of Goreme Village we have the opportunity to see Pigeon Valley where century's old pigeon houses are carved into the surrounding cliffs, the pigeon droppings that litter the area have been used as fertilizer on crops for generations. Here you will also have the opportunity to visit an Onyx shop, specialising in historic jewellery designs unique to Turkey and using local materials and craftsmen. For those not interested in shopping spend a little time relaxing and grab a drink from the local cafe. An optional Turkish dinner and folklore evening is available tonight.
Overnight: Cappadocia | Breakfast
Safranbolu - Ottoman Royalty
Cappadocia – Safranbolu. Opt for an early morning hot air balloon flight over lunar landscape. Today we head to the World Heritage Listed town of Safranbolu. The town boasts many graceful Ottoman homes, once the residences of royalty and artisan work shops crafting traditional Turkish wares. Tonight we stay in an Ottoman mansion home.
Overnight: Safranbolu | Breakfast, Dinner
The Grand Bazaar
Safranbolu - Istanbul. This morning we embark on a walking tour of the old town before returning to Istanbul with an afternoon visit to the Grand Bazaar. The remainder of the afternoon and evening offers free time.
Overnight: Istanbul | Breakfast
Friday. We say goodbye to our new friends, our tour concludes after breakfast and onward departure transfer to the airport.
Prices & Dates
Prices shown are per person travelling. 'Twin/Double' prices per person apply when there are 2 people travelling, sharing a room. The 'Single supplement' applies for single travellers who require their own room and needs to be added to the 'Twin/Double' price.Read More
Extra Prices
The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard when necessary.
Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus (Karakoy), Istanbul
Opened in February 2016, the Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus is the latest in the Novotel range. Guest rooms have a contemporary design and the hotel also benefits from an indoor pool, onsite spa and fitness centre. The Novist restaurant serves up a delicious array of Turkish and international dishes. Set in the trendy Karakoy district of the city it's a great place to base yourself when visiting the city.
Kolin Hotel, Canakkale
Looking out across the Dardanelles, the modern and bright Kolin Hotel offers well appointed rooms with hard wood flooring and tasteful decor. The hotel also boasts a luxury spa, wellness centre and a number of mouth watering restaurants all set within perfectly manicured lawns. Sipping a sundowner on the roof bar, overlooking the beautiful strait, is the perfect way to end the day. The hotel is located on the water's edge a short drive from the town centre with beautiful views out to sea.
Ramada Kusadasi, Kusadasi
Perched on the coast next to the Aegean Sea, the palatial Ramada Kusadasi has no less than six outdoor pools with water slides, a stunning indoor pool and luxury spa centre. Guest rooms are spacious and well equipped all with private balconies. Guests can choose from Turkish or Italian inspired restaurants as well as a number of bars. There is also a large golf club with excellent facilities and beautiful grounds.
Pamukkale Doga Thermal Hotel , Pamukkale
Complete with both indoor and outdoor pools, the Doga Thermal Hotel is a modern hotel with excellent amenities. Guest rooms are bright and spacious with wonderful en suite facilities. There is complimentary Wi-Fi offered throughout and a sumptuous buffet served for breakfast and dinner. The spa facilities on offer include sauna, Turkish bath, hot spring bath, massage treatments and a fittness centre.
Hotel Ata Park, Fethiye
Set with a beautiful green backdrop, the Hotel Ata Park is a comfortable hotel with well equipped rooms and a gorgeous outdoor pool. The rooms boast hard wooden flooring, some quirky furnishings and balconies with fantastic views across the bay. Tempt your palate with delicious local seafood at the in house Bahriyeli Fish House or quaff some beautiful local wines at the Wine House. Both come highly recommended. The hotel is located right on the bay overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Best Western Khan Hotel, Antalya
Modern and elegant, the Best Western Khan has good sized rooms with en suites and a range of modern amenities, and free transportation to Konyaaltı, one of the most beautiful beaches in Antalya. A breakfast buffet iserved in the hotel's restaurant on a daily basis and various Turkish delicacies can be found here as well. The hotel also has a pool and fitness centre. The hotel is located in the city centre, within easy walking distance of the Old Town and Marina.
Kapadokya Lodge, Cappadocia
Kapadokya Lodge is a contemporary hotel featuring carefully designed rooms. The architectural style draws upon the shapes, colours and textures of the landscape to make your trip to Cappadocia seem even more special.The hotel has an onsite restaurant is buffet style with a great array of Turkish and International cuisine. Free wi-fi is available and the outdoor pool is great for a refreshing dip. It is also possible to see the hot air balloons in the morning from the hotel.
Cinci Han, Safranbolu
One of the biggest historic caravansarays in Turkey, the Cinci Han is a unique style hotel. Guest rooms are classically designed with attractive silk bedding and rustic stone interiors. Meals are served in the a la carte restaurant and wi-fi is available throughout. Sip delicious Turkish tea in the open courtyard - the perfect way to end the day! Well located on the outskirts of Safranbolu.
Ramada Old City, Istanbul
A member of the reputable Ramada chain, the Istanbul Old Town property is modern and comfortable with excellent amenities. Guestrooms are bright and spacious with contemporary amenities. Two restaurants are on offer and our personal favourite is the wonderful roof top restaurant, serving delicious local cuisine coupled with a magnificent view of the City and Sea. The perfect way to end the day. Located very close to the Historical part of the city with major Monuments are all walking distance.
Emrah was a very knowledgeable guide who managed to cater his approach for the different people on the tour. He was very supportive and always available."
Hello - Turkey is one of the best countries I have visited and would encourage everyone to put it on their wish list. The country, people, food/wine, culture and history are all wonderful. Istanbul is an amazing city; so alive and vibrant - needs to be seen to be believed. My husband and I stayed on another 5 days to enjoy it further. The group consisted of 12 people plus the guide and driver; we covered 5,200 kls in total. Our tour guide was Recep Aydin who was an absolutely marvellous guide who provided us with great insight into every site and attraction we visited. His knowledge was outstanding which he delivered with genuine passion for what he does. I am so happy I was on his tour to have experienced his presence and personality. Turkey is not a country to be wary of, as described by the Australian Government, who advise - to exercise extreme caution. I didn't find it a dangerous place at all. There was a military presence and additional security in public places but it was not intrusive, and I did not fear for my safety. The country is suffering badly with tourism down 80% due to cancellations, which is a real shame to see. Since coming home we have spread the word to family, friends and colleagues to go to Turkey and especially do this very same tour. Cheers Jean"
From the outset of this tour Recep provided an excellent insight to the wonders of Turkey. His expert knowledge coupled with a very fine sense of humour helped with this small tour on which there were 4 members who did not want to join in with the group. Recep is an excellent guide and helped us when things did not go quite to plan such as an ATM not returning my EFTPOS card. He organised some excellent additional evening activities which again helped in my understanding of Turkey and its culture. I would recommend this tour to everybody and if they are lucky enough to have Recep as their guide they will be in for a wonderful time. "
Turkey is a land of contrasts - in a relatively small country the range was remarkable. Out tour leader, Erkan is Turkish and like most Turks, he is very passionate about his country. He also has a deep knowledge of current topics and history (including religions of Turkey). Our tour was well organised. Our driver Ghengis worked very well with Erkan making sure it all went according to the plan - the two were a fantastic team. At no time did we have concerns for our safety knowing that On The Go were taking all steps to ensure we were not put in dangerous situations. Tourist numbers were low so it meant we could experience historical sites without the noise normally present at popular sites. Now is a very good time to be making the trip to Turkey."
Our guide was fantastic and the trip was well organised and very enjoyable. We did have a couple of people on the trip that excluded themselves from fitting in which did cause some concern for the guide. "
I've just done the 14 day Turkey Discovered tour with On The Go Tours and our tour guide asked us to give you feedback
Although very apprehensive about going after the incident at the Airport and the Coup I took a deep breath and went
This would have to have been one of the best experiences I've had, the tour guide Reggie was outstanding in both historical knowledge and communication skills, Ali was also a very competent driver briefly when I travel next year I will find what tours are available and book through your company
Thanks for an amazing holiday "
Our 14 day tour of Turkey was fantastic. Our guide Yusuf was so knowledgeable, I couldn't fault our entire trip. We were a small group of 4 plus our guide and driver and so it felt like a private tour. Yusuf would always explain the areas we were visiting and then give us time to explore on our own. The tour was very organised with tickets ready for entry to different sites so there was no queuing. Most dinners and all our breakfast were included so all we had to worry about was what souvenirs to buy.
I have done some previous travelling but Turkey and its people are a highlight for me.
I have never seen so many amazing ruins nor have I eaten such wonderful baklava .
14 days gave us a really good feel for the country and every day was full of highlights.
Being an Australian Gallipoli was a must see and the hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia was another highlight.
I have travelled once before with On The Go and was impressed and this last trip reinforced my belief that the company and the tours are extremely well organised and the guides are simply the best. "
We have just completed a 14-day Turkey Discovered OTG Tour. It was an amazing tour. Turkey has so much to see, something different and interesting around every corner. As my wife said to me its photographer's paradise. We never had a dull moment.
We normally arrange all our travel arrangements ourselves. But in this case due to distances to cover, and the number of places we wanted to visit, plus the ongoing political situation in Turkey we decided to go with a tour. We were both a little skeptical if we would enjoy the tour but it was more than we could have hope for. The variation between ancient ruins, beautiful beaches, cafes, bazaars, 5 star hotels to a very quaint historical house that we stayed in made it so interesting and different. I have no hesitation in recommending this tour to my family and friends. Our tour leader also arranged the optional (additional to the tour) of a Balloon ride in Cappadocia at sunrise. If you have never had a balloon ride, Cappadocia is a must. it's truly a bucket list; must do item!!!!!
In regards Turkey especially Istanbul we felt as safe as you would in any large city, even more so as we moved into the smaller regions. We found the Turkish people humble, caring, honest, genuine and always very friendly towards us. So what was happening politically never impacted negatively on our tour.
We were so lucky to have such an excellent tour leader as Recep Aydin(aka Reggie). His excellent communication skills, including fluent English made it so easy in arranging anything we needed. His understanding of the historical past (Recep has a number of Degrees in Turkish History) and his ability to convey the background to us on the Turkish culture and its tradition so we fully understood the significance of each location that we visited. Recep made the real difference to us on what we did and see; not just to see these truly incredible sites first hand but to understand the past and the impact to the people and times in history. Recep also took us to great places as part of the tour where we could have an excellent lunches and he would share his suggestions for local dishes ( the food was another highlight of visiting Turkey) especially in some of the small family run cafes we went to for lunch. Our driver "Ali" was also excellent, the tour covered 5200 Km plus, but it was effortless for us …the road system in Turkey is first class.
Our near new vehicle was spotlessly clean, having WiFi, air conditioning etc. The tour was very well arranged, i.e. between the time seeing sites and time back on the road, Obviously a lot of planning has gone in to make the balance just right, with a number of 2 day stops, and own time to explore all the sites we stopped at. Turkey is a fantastic destination, and through this tour and especially due to our tour leader Recep Aydin we experienced so much, I would highly recommend to all ….if you haven't been to Turkey…and don't want the hassles of arranging all the travel related arrangements ..then consider the On the Go-Turkey Discovered tour. It was amazing tour… and Turkey is a fantastic destination. Our special thanks to Recep…you made our Turkish experience so memorable.
Peter and Joanne O'Leary "
This was our third trip with On-the-Go and our longest. Turkey is such a diverse country steeped in some amazing history and over our two weeks, we certainly covered a great deal of all there was to see! Istanbul, now one of my favourite cities was our starting point, then Gallipoli and its sombre yet beautiful features. On to Troy, dressing up as Romans was a lot of fun, then Kusadasi, fabulous Ephesus with its historic library building. On to Parmakkale hot springs to swim amongst the roman ruins (literally), Saklikent Gorge then Cappadocia (including ballooning over the valley, a must do!). We then headed on to Safronbolu with its Ottoman homes - another treasure that is not to be missed - walking around the town is a delight, meeting local people and merchants and trying local cuisine. We headed back to Istanbul to wander the Grand Bazaar, brimming with stories and memories of a truly wonderful country and people. Our guide Burhan, shy at first as I certainly would be, proved a walking encyclopedia of knowledge about the history and facts of Turkey. He handled the few problems that did occur with composure and assertiveness, ensuring that we all enjoyed our trip immensely. He is an asset to On the Go and I would highly recommend him as a tour guide."
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Arsenal's fourth goal in the Capital One Cup victory over Reading has been awarded to Theo Walcott.
The England international's stoppage-time shot was cleared from behind the line before Carl Jenkinson netted the rebound.
That goal took the fourth-round tie into extra-time and the Football League and referee Kevin Friend have since confirmed that Walcott was the scorer.
As a result, Walcott finished Arsenal's 7-5 win at the Madejski Stadium with a hat-trick - his second for the Club.Copyright 2017 The Arsenal Football Club plc. Permission to use quotations from this article is granted subject to appropriate credit being given to www.arsenal.com as the source


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Nature's fireworks
July 21, 2012
They say people come to Vail for the skiing and stay for the summers. Our temperate climate, sunny days and cool breezes provide a perfect backdrop for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike.
Although Mother Nature has thrown us a heated curve ball this season, there are still denizens of the valley thriving in the hot and dry conditions. While we may have missed the fireworks this year, nature does not disappoint – Colorado's wildflowers provide a display just as showy and colorful. Many species either thrive in dry environs or are well-protected by cool forest cover.
Perhaps the most beautiful and abundant of Colorado's floral display is our state flower, the Rocky Mountain columbine (columbine aquilegia caerulea). With rich violet-blue petals, a white cup and a vibrant yellow center, this flower attracts bees, hummingbirds and butterflies to its aromatic nectar.
Chosen as the winning vote in 1899 by Colorado school children to become the state flower, its blue, white and yellow colors are representative of sky, snow and Colorado's gold-mining history.
In the Eagle Valley, you will find this stunner everywhere – a ghostly creature claiming spots here and there under the forest canopy or commanding entire fields throughout flattop meadowlands. In 1925, a law was enacted to protect the columbine – it is illegal to uproot the flower on public lands, and gathering of blossoms and buds is limited to 25 in one day.
There are dozens of wildflower species here in Colorado. On hikes throughout the valley, you may encounter those as rare as the Calypso orchid or others in more abundance, such as columbines, lupines, larkspurs, paintbrush, heart-leaved arnica and fairy trumpet flowers.
Flower viewing typically begins in late June, peaks in mid-to late July and continues through the end of August. This year, early sun and hot weather may have us seeing a pinnacle somewhat earlier than normal.
For those interested in hiking or photography, you may find the biggest bang for your buck on the Shrine Ridge Trail hike, just west of Vail Pass on Interstate 70. This 3-mile hike is easily accessible by car, has an easy to moderate difficulty and offers a large show, highlighting many different wildflower species. The trail begins as a boardwalk where once a bog had to be crossed. It traverses easy slopes and then turns up through evergreens to reach open meadows before rising more vigorously to gain the tundra, along the Tenth Mountain Trail. Aside from a colorful show at 11,760 feet, inspiring mountain views will knock your socks off on this impressive hike.
Directions to Shrine Ridge Trail Hike: Travel on I-70 to exit 190 (Vail Pass). Just off the exit, turn right onto Shrine Pass Road. Proceed 2.3 miles on this well-maintained dirt road to the trailhead and parking lot on your left (restroom facilities are available across the road from the trailhead).
Kristen Belschner is the marketing manager at Walking Mountains Science Center. A longtime resident of the valley, she enjoys the outdoors and has a passion for flower photography.


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June 8, 2012
By Jeff GeiserCINCINNATI — While many students and faculty members look forward to a break from classes as the 2011-12 academic year approaches its end, the University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics is gearing up for a number of facility-enhancement projects over the course of the summer.According to UC Athletic Director Whit Babcock, these projects are part of a facilities master plan that emphasizes the department's commitment to long-term success."It's an exciting era in UC athletics and facilities can be our edge," Babcock said. "We can't necessarily compete with everybody budget-wise, but our facilities can be our edge. We have some wonderful ones here, but we need to keep enhancing and improving them. We're looking at it more comprehensively; what are we going to do over the next five years, not just the next five months."The facility upgrades include aesthetic and acoustic upgrades with the practice gymnasium located below Fifth Third Arena, replacing the Gettler Stadium FieldTurf and completing the construction of the Sheakley Athletics Center. Additionally, the main basketball floor in Fifth Third Arena will undergo a redesign and resurfacing for next season.The practice gym, which is used primarily by volleyball and men's and women's basketball, will receive new acoustic panels from ZSR Construction and Restoration. The acoustic panels will feature dynamic graphics that pay tribute to the athletic accomplishments of Bearcats basketball and volleyball, while enhancing the overall aesthetics of the gym.The installation of FieldTurf Revolution, FieldTurf's newest, top-of-the-line monofilament surface, is set to begin Monday at Gettler Stadium, the home of UC men's and women's soccer, as well as track and field. The previous turf, which had an average lifespan of seven years, was in its ninth year of usage and was no longer up to par to the standards set forth by the UC administration. Once Gettler Stadium has been resurfaced, the FieldTurf focus will shift toward Nippert and Marge Schott stadiums."Hopefully the practice gym and the Gettler Stadium enhancements are just scratching the surface of where we're headed," said Babcock. "Every day in athletics, you either get better or worse; you never stay the same. We have to keep advancing UC athletics, but we have to do it in a fiscally-responsible manner. We will have to rely on our UCATS donors to help."Also on the forefront of the department's summer projects is the completion of Sheakley Athletics Center construction, which is expected toward the end of the summer. The Sheakley Athletics Center, which houses an indoor practice bubble for more than six months out of the year, will be the new home for the lacrosse program starting in the spring of 2013. It will also continue to serve as the primary practice site for UC Football."The Sheakley Athletic Complex project was started before I got here," Babcock stated. "It was an absolute necessity, which certainly helps football, but we've seen almost as much benefit for baseball, track, soccer, lacrosse obviously, and so on when they use that indoor facility year round."It's one of those things where now that we have it, I don't know how in the heck we'd do without it," Babcock added.As part of the athletic department's long-term facility plans, upgrades to Nippert Stadium and Fifth Third Arena are in the conceptual phases."We've got to continue to look at what we're going to do with Nippert Stadium," said Babcock. "Right now we're focusing on studying the west side of the stadium and our options there. We don't have anything set firmly on that, just working on what options we may have there for new premium seating. I don't want to put a time frame on it, but hopefully not in the incredibly distant future, we can really do some work to bring the west side of Nippert Stadium up to speed, as well as Fifth Third Arena.(Deleted some here) "Our Olympic facilities are pretty darn good, but we need to really elevate our football and basketball, too."Also in the conceptual phase is an aesthetic interior upgrade to the Richard E. Lindner Center, specifically the first five floors of athletic department's administrative building."We're looking at floors one through five in (the Lindner Center); modernizing and updating the graphics and other things," said Babcock. "We want to get some conceptual renderings and pricing and that'll be some of the things that we raise money for. We'd like to get our fourth-floor lobby, which is really sharp, and modernize that, as well as our academic areas and locker rooms. It's important to keep the building fresh and be able to acknowledge our championships and success from a recruiting standpoint, but also from a fan standpoint. We want our first impressions to be really sharp."While there is a need to continuously evolve and improve, Babcock is happy with the design and layout of all of UC's facilities."The fact that we have our own Olympic village, Varsity Village; I couldn't be more thrilled to have it all right here. To have everybody in the department under one roof in this building is truly a great advantage. Most other athletic departments don't have that, and everybody working together in the Lindner Center certainly ties into the Bearcat Family theme we speak to frequently."