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Club Mahindra - Mahindra Holidays and Resorts India Limited.
Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd., (MHRIL) is a part of the Leisure and Hospitality sector of the Mahindra Group and brings to the industry values such as Reliability, Trust and Customer Satisfaction. Started in 1996, the company's flagship brand 'Club Mahindra Holidays', today has a fast growing customer base of over 194,000 members and 46 beautiful resorts at some of the most exotic locations in India and abroad. Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Limited is part of the USD 16.7 billion multinational Mahindra Group. With over 180,000 employees in 100 countries across the globe, the Group is also among India's top ten Industrial Houses with interests in aerospace, aftermarket, agribusiness, automotive, components, consulting services, defense, energy, farm equipment, finance and insurance, industrial equipment, information technology, leisure and hospitality, logistics, real estate, retail, and two wheelers. Over the last decade, MHRIL has established itself as a market leader in the family holiday business. The company has followed a two pronged strategy – rapidly increasing its bouquet of resorts to provide more variety in holidaying options and enhancing its service levels to its members to provide delight at every point of interaction. All MHRIL resorts are totally geared to cater to a variety of holiday needs and experiences in all areas of operation, from housekeeping to food & beverage to holiday activities. Creating and managing the holiday experience is a core strength.
Sterling Holidays
Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited (known as Sterling Holidays) a holiday lifestyle company was incorporated in the year 1986. In 2015, Sterling Holiday Resorts India Limited became a 100% independently managed subsidiary of Thomas Cook India Limited (TCIL) in the back of the former's equity shares being bought in an off-market transaction by Thomas Cook Insurance Services (TCISIL). Thomas Cook India Limited (TCIL) traded on stock exchange as NSE: THOMASCOOK; BSE: 500413. Sterling currently has 26 resorts at some of the most sought after destinations in India. Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited, signed an agreement in October 2015 to acquire Nature Trails Resorts Private Limited - an adventure holiday company that operates resorts at 4 destinations in Maharashtra. It has been reported that the company is looking at expanding to more destinations.
Country Club
Established in 1989, the Country Club Hospitality and Holidays Limited (CCHHL) is a pioneer in the concept of offering 360° leisure hospitality membership services in India. A full range of Country Club speciality services include member exclusive clubbing hubs, splendid holiday destinations, trendy fitness centers and star-studded entertainment events. The Country Club has over 50 ownership clubs, resorts and hotels in India, Middle East, Bangkok and Sri Lanka. Also, It offers over 25 member exclusive fitness centers and over 4000 holiday exchange associates and Country Vacations global hospitality associates. The massive network consists of social clubs in urban hotspots, city-centric luxurious hotels, serene wellness rejuvenation hubs, beachfront resorts, hilltop vacation homes, wildlife jungle lodges and water amusement parks. Dubbed as the Powerhouse of Entertainment, The Country Club celebrates several global festivals by inviting leading movie stars including the likes of Sharukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Mika Singh, Honey Singh, Govinda, Usha Uthup and Yana Gupta etc to perform exclusively for its members. Also, the network frequently organizes various family amusement events including Live Musical Nights, Food Festivals, Magic Shows and Tambola. To provide round-the-clock seamless member services, the Country Club offers exclusive Mobile App and a web portal to address real-time holiday reservation, payment transfer, customer grievance and membership data updating facilities. As part of the corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities, the Country Club supports several key CSR initiatives including schooling of underprovided children, environmental sustainability projects, community health aid and social wellbeing missions.
RCI stands for Resort Condominiums International. They are part of the Wyndham Destination Network, one of the world's largest hospitality brands. Operating across six continents, Wyndham has a premier resort portfolio of world-renowned brands and sends nearly five million families on holiday every year. Working with their fellow Wyndham group companies, they have access to all the expertise, experience and support needed to ensure our members get the world-class exchange holiday experiences they deserve. Through their three core exchange programmes, RCI Weeks, RCI Points and The Registry Collection, they help our members escape to explore the world from nearly 4,500 affiliated resorts in more than 100 countries. Members can also enjoy other great deals and savings on member-exclusive cash holidays – RCI Late Deals and Extra Holidays – Without using Weeks or Points to enjoy an extra getaway. As an RCI member, there are a host of other travel options you can take advantage of, including cruises, tours and city hotel breaks, as well as many additional holiday-related and lifestyle benefits through our RCI Platinum membership tier.
Time Share
A timeshare (sometimes called vacation ownership) is a property with a particular form of ownership or use rights. These properties are typically resort condominium units, in which multiple parties hold rights to use the property, and each sharer is allotted a period of time (typically one week and almost always the same time every year) in which they may use the property. Units may be on a partial ownership, lease, or "right to use" basis, in which the sharer holds no claim to ownership of the property.
Why Time Share
Timeshare, also known as Vacation Ownership, offers the opportunity to own condominium-style accommodations at quality resorts in popular domestic and international destinations. Timeshare accommodations typically offer spacious floor plans and home-like amenities when compared with traditional hotels, and may include kitchens, laundry facilities, living room space and multiple bedrooms. Today, there are more than 7 million timeshare owners!
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Jan 15, 2013 CNN
New York -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo beefed up New York's gun-control laws on Tuesday by signing into law a new package of firearm and mental health regulations that mark the nation's first since last month's massacre in Newtown, Connecticut.
Cuomo, a self-described gun owner, said the December 14 tragedy spurred lawmakers to action and called it a "common sense" measure before enacting what are widely seen as America's toughest gun laws.
"You can overpower the extremists with intelligence and common sense," he said before inking the deal in Albany.
The laws fortify New York's existing assault weapons ban, limit the number of bullets allowed in magazines and strengthen rules that govern the mentally ill, which includes a requirement to report potentially harmful behavior.
Both the GOP-controlled Senate and Democrat-dominated Assembly approved the measure by overwhelming margins just one week after Cuomo spelled out the proposals in his annual State of the State address.
The first-term Democratic governor had called for a tightening of the assault weapons ban, background checks for people who purchase guns privately and more restrictions on high-capacity magazines.
But the new measures drew ire from the nation's largest gun lobby over the speed with which the bill was passed in the new legislative session.
The National Rifle Association accused Cuomo and other state lawmakers of orchestrating "a secretive end-run around the legislative and democratic process."


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And so I smile
Riyadh 2006
Her smile had faded and stringy hair had been cut into one even line, but it was obvious she still existed. No modern styles were allowed and like the children, she would be summoned to sit in his chair and wait for scissors to chop and shape until this task was complete. Her skin had wrinkled and bits of grey washed through a dirty blonde but there was no mistaking, it was really her. A red shirt hung loosely over her chest and spots of bleach dotted her pants. The space was noticeable but only with a wide smile which could easily be avoided. It had been years, even decades since I really looked at her in the mirror.
His job ended and once again he would stay at home for 12 months looking for the perfect employment opportunity. Offers came and went but none were at the standard that he had become accustomed to. He held a U.S. passport which entitled him to benefits and a salary that were in line with his status. His frustration built with each passing day as he slept till noon, drank tea with friends and walked through the house making random inspections.
The balance that was kept when he was working had now come crashing down and although money had been saved and was plentiful, it was not to be touched. The boys were at University, children needed immunizations and our teeter totter balance could not be disrupted. Eating and drinking had become difficult and avoiding the fractured tooth that hung precariously was no longer possible. It wiggled and moved sending shooting pain along a rugged path that ended only to be agitated more frequently. One last warning was given and an offer to see the dentist. He was of course the best provider and always thought of his family first. I nodded my head in agreement, handing him the pliers and a tissue. He placed his hand firmly on my head and gripped the jagged piece of tooth ripping it loose.
I find it very hard to like this Lynn but my mood is lifted when I view all the lovely family photos.February 16, 2018
OMG 😮February 16, 2018
Ouch! 😳February 16, 2018
IT felt much better when that piece was removed! I bit into something and it fractured. A tooth that had not been filled properly.February 16, 2018
Dental issues are miserable. Still, ouch! 😃February 16, 2018
OMG that must have hurt. I am pleased you moved beyond that more now.February 16, 2018
I don't think, that this monster ever have placed anyone near, where he placed himself. Monsters are like that. So great to have you in a much better place today, sister ❤February 16, 2018
Wow. Such torture. I have to go back and look at your family photos to remember that you survived hell and it is inspiring.February 16, 2018
Oh my god Lynn…Love and hugs to you. I am so happy you are free of this and hope that writing it down will free your mind of its burden. ❤February 16, 2018
My body is just tingling with something – fear for you? Cringing? I don't know what it is, but this was just so moving and vivid. It's going to stick with me for a while.
(Also, thank you for all the smiling pictures. That you can smile after going through all that shows how strong you are.)February 16, 2018
Just when I think I have read the worst you throw me into the fire again. This is quite barbarous but your writing of it is really well crafted. Your voice grows and matures with each snippet you share. Thank you for sugaring the pill with the wonderful family album … it does not take away the feeling of agony but it brings a warm smile nonetheless xxFebruary 16, 2018
The anxiety these memories must bring you. Hugs and kisses.February 16, 2018
Wow! I loved browsing the photos. They show love and resilience. So glad you can tell your story and put it on paper. It gives you a voice and it needs to be heard. The pain and anguish come through. It is good to know that you now have a bridge and have so many loved ones cheering you today. Love and hugs xoxoxFebruary 16, 2018
What a beautiful family you have! Your strength and resilience always amaze me. xoKFebruary 16, 2018
OMG. HorrifyingFebruary 16, 2018
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Holy Jesus, Lynn. Like someone else mentioned, it's as if your photos are testimony to the sacrifices you've made in life. The feel-good juxtaposed with the not-so-good I have to tell you, I'd like to get one of his teeth on the end of my pliers. . . 🙂
You just go, girl!! XoxoxoFebruary 16, 2018
Thanks so much Carmen xoxoxo
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OMG!!!! I can't…I just can't say anything!February 16, 2018
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If not for the pictures of now, I would have a more difficult time processing the 'then'.February 16, 2018
And what a beautiful smile you have now! xoxoxoFebruary 16, 2018
I hate this man so much!February 16, 2018
I'm saddened. You and your little ones suffered such abuse. Thank you for sharing the photos of your wonderful family. ♥February 16, 2018
Thank you sweet Holly x
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Looking at the photos take a bit of an edge off the pain.February 16, 2018
This made me shudder! I couldn't have "liked" the post if the wonderful happy faces were not there.February 16, 2018
Really frightening…you must be proud to survive all that and have a family intact. Garfield hugs!February 16, 2018
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I literally flinched when I read this. He is simply Evil. So very happy to see you and your family able to smile and be free of the tyranny. XFebruary 16, 2018
Thank you so much xx
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Like so many others have commented here, I am so relieved that you and your family are safe now!! I have only read snippets here and there and that is enough to know you have been saved from an awful life. But you do have a beautiful family!!February 16, 2018
Such lovely pictures and a beautiful family! You write beautifully and although the ending had me cringing I'm so happy you are in a better place😊 big hugs to you!February 16, 2018
Oh my, Lynn. Sending you big hugs. What a horrible man. Keep looking at all those beautiful pictures of your family. You're a strong woman, my friend. ❤ < 3February 16, 2018
I'm aghast. But your resilience shines through. Very well writtenFebruary 17, 2018
Oh Lynn, you know my feelings my friend.
I am so pleased you have found the light at the end of the tunnel. Thanks for sharing all your beautiful family photo's. Hugs xxxFebruary 17, 2018
Lynn, I'm so happy that you no longer live in that toxic environment. Thanks for continuing to share your story. Your photos are great!!February 17, 2018
Dental issues are bad enough but to not be able to handle it properly is worse. He definitely lacked compassion.February 17, 2018
Oh Lynn! When I think I have heard the worst – there is more. I am so glad it is in your past, and you can smile now. I know the pain will never be completely gone, but you are helping others with your story. Thank you.February 17, 2018
Oh my gosh! He didn't even let you go to the dentist! Terrible! But the pictures are all so lovely! xoxoxoxFebruary 17, 2018
He would he claimed! But the kids needed things and I had to push to get those things so I knew this is how things had to be! I lost two teeth due to lack of dental care xxxx
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I'm so sorry to hear that Lynn. You should have gone to the dentist and he should have made sure you went to the dentist. xoxoxFebruary 17, 2018
XxxxxxFebruary 17, 2018
I knew that was a big no no and had to really push for basics more than usual. He offered many things but I knew it was not for real.
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That is so sad. I'm so glad you are away from him.February 18, 2018
Thank you PJ xx my kids are amazing and buy me gifts, spoil me, spend time with me and they are everything
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And I am sure you are everything to them. You have wonderful kids!!February 18, 2018
Thanks PJ xoxo
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xoxoxFebruary 18, 2018
Wow Lynz the thongs you had to endure! Glad life is much happier now!February 17, 2018
Thanks so much Gary!!
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I'm happy for you now, Lynn, there is much to smile about.February 17, 2018
So much! Xx
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For a moment I thought you had written a work of fiction and then the truth dawned on me . How brave and strong you were and are. Love K xFebruary 17, 2018
This is powerful. I like the way you address yourself in the mirror and "you are still there". The gallery of your smiling pictures and loving family offset the horror he brought into your life.February 17, 2018
Thank you ❤❤
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The early pictures of you and your sister are beautiful. I am glad you are home in the states. I can see why your daughters and sons are beautiful and take after you in looks, spirit, and song.February 17, 2018
Thank so much
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But such wonderful, happy pictures of you and your family.
Your strength is amazing.
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Thank you xx
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That was awful! It must have been terribly painful… So glad that you are free. I am for the family love you now enjoy.February 17, 2018
Lynn, I felt physically sick reading the horror of the home-dentistry – I wished it had been fiction. Luckily the wonderful photo array of you and your smiling family at the start was still in my heart and mind … such a contrast to your earlier life. May you forever smile with impunity. hugs, my friend. xxxxxxFebruary 19, 2018
Sad words, lightened by the lovely smiles!February 19, 2018
Beautiful family photos Lynn! I don't know why I didn't see that coming. It boggles my mind how a person can inflict so much pain on another person.February 21, 2018
If only……I cannot even finish this sentence as it would put me into a rant that probably would go on way to long….I am so happy your free, your in charge of you, no one else, you have such a wonderful support group around you….Lynn you really are my strength…no matter what I endured with the asshat I was married to, is nothing compared to what you endured. Sister keep your head held high and keep that beautiful smile bright and full of love……keep writing…..let it all out….its what was never to be again…..!!! love ya LynnFebruary 21, 2018
Thank you sister! I am trying to keep writing! I might put a poetry book out first. It is taking a long time and I hit places where I cannot write any more. Thanks for being there. Love you dear sis! xo
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How wonderful, your poems are lovely, I would certainly buy a book….its healthy to know when to stop and give yourself a break…good for you….don't push yourself on that. its important to remain mentally healthy doing it….no anxiety to be stirred up while writing….its therapeutic, not detrimental….love ya….February 22, 2018
Thanks you are so right!
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Had to back track after reading the other post about abuse because I usually see your poetry and other posts. I applaud you for being open about this because that's a very hard thing to do. You are showing how strong you are. Your story will help heal another person with similar story because when they see your words they will know they aren't alone. Let there be only love and kindness in your life now 🙂February 23, 2018
He continues to stay in character. If he keeps this up, he will never be redeemed.February 25, 2018
Wonderful family gallery and lots of happy faces. Keep smiling!March 6, 2018
He really enjoyed inflicting pain, didn't he. So glad you are free, now.May 11, 2018
Thanks so much
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Visit ShopHQ's Far East Market and discover Asian-inspired jewelry designs featuring Jade, Pearls, Onyx, Cinnabar and other exotic gems. From classic, elegant pearl strands and fashionable colors in pearls, to ancient gemstones used in Asian jewelry dating back to the early dynasty, Far East Market is the place to find special, one-of-a-kind designs that bring joy and harmony to your life.
Many of the designs include hand-carved motifs and traditional Asian symbols. A pleasing selection of pearls is also central to this collection, including Freshwater, Salt water Akoya (both Chinese and Japanese), exotic category Tahitian, Golden South Sea and White South Sea. In addition, viewers can expect to learn about the history, traditions and folklore surrounding these unique, inspired creations.
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Nick Kwan, son of popular jewelry designer and ShopHQ guest Roz Kwan, is your guide and concierge for your trip to the Far East Market. Nick grew up in the family jewelry business and despite his youth, has a wealth of jewelry sourcing, design, and manufacturing experience. He is an entrepreneur by nature, and has earned his expertise in the business through hard work and diligence. Nick frequently travels to Hong Kong, South East Asia, and Tahiti to source beautiful pearls, gemstones and diamonds for Far East Market. Born and and raised in Seattle, WA, Nick has a B.A. in business from St. Mary's University in Moraga, CA.


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- Harry: "But Hagrid. How am I going to pay for all of this? I haven't any money."
- Hagrid: "Well there's your money, Harry! Gringotts, the wizard bank! Ain't no safer place. Not one. Except perhaps Hogwarts."
- — Rubeus Hagrid to Harry Potter.[src]
Gringotts Wizarding Bank is the only bank of the wizarding world, and is owned and operated by goblins. It was created by a goblin called Gringott. Its main offices are located in the North Side of Diagon Alley in London, England. In addition to storing money and valuables for wizards and witches, one can go there to exchange Muggle money for wizarding money. The currency exchanged by Muggles is later returned to circulation in the Muggle world by goblins.[1] According to Rubeus Hagrid, other than Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Gringotts is the safest place in the wizarding world.
The motto of Gringotts Wizarding Bank is Fortius Quo Fidelius, a Latin phrase that means "Strength through loyalty".[2]
The bank was created by Gringott[3] at some point in or before 1743.[4] The bank was then put in the hands of the Ministry of Magic. In 1865, the Ministry decided to put full control of Gringotts back in goblin hands.[5]
During Voldemort's control of the Ministry (1997 to 1998), the bank was put yet again under the Ministry.[6] With the defeat of Voldemort and the end of the Second Wizarding War, Gringotts was presumably put back into Goblin management.
- "…yeh'd be mad ter try an' rob it."
- —Rubeus Hagrid on Gringotts.[src]
So far, there have only been two known break-ins and theft (or attempted theft) of Gringotts Wizarding Bank, with one taking placing in 1991 and another in 1998.
1991 Break-In
The break-in of 1991 was committed by Quirinus Quirrell, who was attempting to steal an object from Vault 713. The vault, one of the higher-security ones, held a small grubby bag, inside of which was the Philosopher's Stone. Albus Dumbledore sent Rubeus Hagrid to retrieve it while the latter was escorting Harry Potter to Diagon Alley. Later that very same day, someone, apparently a very powerful wizard, broke into the vault. Although he was unsuccessful in obtaining the Philosopher's Stone, the break-in shocked the Wizarding world because it was practically unheard of for Gringotts to be robbed. The culprit was not caught, though it is later learned Quirrell broke into the vault acting under orders from Lord Voldemort.
1998 Break-In
The break-in of 1998 was committed by Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley. Harry, Ron, and Hermione, aided by a reluctant Griphook in exchange for Godric Gryffindor's sword, broke into the vault of Bellatrix Lestrange where one of Lord Voldemort's Horcruxes, Helga Hufflepuff's cup, was hidden. However, when they went into Bellatrix's vault, which was stocked with all manners of treasure, they found out that the treasure had the Gemino and Flagrante charms placed on it. Though burned and nearly buried in false treasures, the Trio managed to escape with the Horcrux by fleeing on a half-blind dragon that was part of the security for the vault, leaving parts of the bank in ruins.
Gringotts is an imposing snow-white multistoried marble building located partway down Diagon Alley, near its intersection with Knockturn Alley, that towers over the neighbouring shops. It is the place where British witches and wizards store their money and other valuables, in heavily-guarded vaults miles below ground.When Harry Potter first visits Gringotts, he is told by Hagrid that one would have to be mad to try to rob Gringotts and that, apart from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, it's the safest place for anything valuable to be kept. Goblins are extremely greedy and would protect their money and valuables at any cost, which makes them ideal guardians for the valuables of the wizarding world. The goblins have a code that forbids them to speak of the bank's secrets, and would consider it "base treachery" to break any part of that code.
The centuries-old bank is run by goblins, and they alone know the secrets of the twisting underground passages and the enchantments and creatures in place to defend against intruders. There was a rumour that Cornelius Fudge was trying to take over Gringotts when he was Minister for Magic; however, as it was published in The Quibbler, it was likely unsubstantiated.
Entrance and Main Hall
From Diagon Alley, a set of white stairs leads up to a set of burnished bronze doors. The doors are flanked by a goblin in a uniform of scarlet and gold, though during the Second Wizarding War the goblin was replaced instead by two wizard guards with Probity Probes. This is the entrance to Gringotts, and it leads into a small entrance hall and another set of doors. Engraved on these silver doors are the words:
Enter, stranger, but take heed
Of what awaits the sin of greed
For those who take, but do not earn,
Must pay most dearly in their turn.
So if you seek beneath our floors
A treasure that was never yours,
Thief, you have been warned, beware
Of finding more than treasure there.
Through these doors, also flanked with goblins, is a vast marble hall long counters stretching along its length with doors leading off to the vault passageways with around a hundred goblins sitting at them. The vaults extend for miles under the city and are accessible through rough stone, complex and interconnected passageways by means of magic carts that are operated by goblins. Dragons and other mysterious beasts lurk in the depths as additional security devices.
The Gringotts VaultsIn contrast to the grand marble of the entryway and the main hall, the passageways to the vaults are stone and dimly lit with flaming torches. They slope down to a track, upon which run little carts controlled by the goblins. These carts take visitors deep beneath the surface of the earth, through a "maze of twisting passages," to the vaults. The carts go very quickly, which makes Hagrid a little queasy and prevents its occupants from getting a good look at their surroundings, and seem to run on a vast, complex, interconnected series of tracks that allow them to move to and between any vaults.
The vaults themselves vary in size and security. The largest, most well protected vaults belong to the oldest wizarding families and lie deepest beneath the surface. Those vaults closer to the surface seem to be smaller and have fewer security precautions surrounding them - they use keys, for example, rather than requiring the touch of a goblin to gain access. The rules around who is allowed to access vaults seem to change; sometimes wizards are asked for identification or a key to be allowed access, yet both Molly Weasley and Bill Weasley are able to get gold from Harry's vault for him.
It is possible there is a charm forcing the wizard to give the gold to its rightful owner. However, even this wouldn't explain how Sirius was able to order a Firebolt in Harry's name, but take the gold from his own vault - despite being an escaped convict at the time. It also seems that only blood relations can inherit a Gringotts vault; Albus Dumbledore implies strongly that when Sirius died as the last of the Black family line, his vault was cleaned out and its contents added to Harry's, rather than Harry inheriting the vault as well. There are several vaults that are known specifically:
Vault 1
This vault is known to contain lots and lots of Knuts inside it and people have to use the Mine Cart to come around in every corner of it. This vault also contain lots of Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, yellow gems and Diamonds.
Vault 2
This vault is known to contain lots and lots of Sickles inside it and people have to use the Mine Cart to come around in every corner of it. This vault also contain lots of Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, yellow gems and Diamonds.
Vault 3
This vault is known to contain lots and lots of Galleons inside it and people have to use the Mine Cart to come around in every corner of it. This vault also contain lots of Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, yellow gems and Diamonds.
Weasley Vault
The Weasley family has a vault that is closer to the surface than Harry Potter's vault, and had fewer security measures. When the Weasleys entered it in the summer of 1992, the vault contained only a small pile of Sickles and a single Galleon, all of which Molly Weasley took out.[7]
Vault 687
Harry Potter first ventured to Gringotts in 1991, when he learned that his late parents had left him a great deal of money in a vault. This was fortunate for Harry, since his Aunt Petunia and his Uncle Vernon would have surely taken most, if not all, as "proper compensation" for "opening their home" to him. While they would have had to exchange it for Muggle money, this appears to not be very difficult, as shown when Hermione Granger's parents did so while paying for her school supplies.
Harry's vault required a key for entry, and was at a moderate depth — further down than the Weasley Vault, but not as far as Vault 713. It also had fewer security measures than deeper vaults.[8]
Vault 711
Vault 711 belonged to Sirius Black, and perhaps to the Black family in general. Sirius used gold from his vault to pay for Harry Potter's Firebolt in 1993.[9] In 1996, it contained a "reasonable amount of gold".[10] Given its depth, it is likely a high-security vault. Upon Sirius' death, he left all the money in the vault to Harry in his will.
Vault 712
Instead of being used as a regular vault, Vault 712 is used by the goblins as a (presumably unsanctioned) lounge, suggesting it is unused.
Vault 713
Vault 713, a higher-security vault, held a small grubby bag, inside of which was the Philosopher's Stone. Rubeus Hagrid was charged with moving it from Gringotts to Hogwarts in 1991 while he took Harry Potter to Diagon Alley, which he succeeded in doing. Later that very same day, someone, apparently a very powerful wizard, broke into the vault. Although he was unsuccessful in obtaining the Philosopher's Stone (it having been emptied earlier by Hagrid), the break-in shocked the Wizarding world because it was practically unheard of for Gringotts to be robbed, and the robbery was reported in the Daily Prophet.[8] The culprit was not caught, though we later learn that it was Professor Quirrell acting under orders of Lord Voldemort.
Lestrange Family Vault
The Lestranges, a very old pure-blood family, had a vault in Gringotts guarded by a dragon and full of treasure protected by the Geminio and Flagrante curses. It, at one point, was used to store the sword of Godric Gryffindor, unknown to the Lestrange's that it was actually a fake. It also served as the hiding place for Helga Hufflepuff's Cup, one of Lord Voldemort's Horcruxes. It was this item that Harry, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger sought to steal when they broke into Gringotts in 1998. They managed to steal the cup, severely damaged the cavernous interior and freed a dragon while escaping.
The security of this vault was even higher than that of Vault 713, as a goblin had to place his entire palm on the door to open it, rather than just a finger, and it was guarded by a dragon. Each item in the vault was also enchanted with the Flagrante and Gemino Curses, which meant that thieves would be burned by the objects, which also duplicated until the thief was crushed under the burning weight of the fake treasure.[11]
Travers' Vault
When the trio broke into Gringotts, they ran into the Death Eater named Travers who was also heading toward the bank. He had a vault that required a key, because he was holding it when he ran into Hermione (disguised as Bellatrix Lestrange).
Gringotts uses a variety of security systems. Most lower security vaults, such as Harry Potter's, require a key; higher security vaults require the touch of a certified Gringotts goblin. Higher security vaults may have various enchantments upon the doors. For example, the door to Vault 713 needs to be stroked by a certified Gringotts goblin, which causes it to melt away. If anyone but a Gringotts goblin touches the door, the person will be sucked into the vault, which is checked for trapped thieves about once per decade.
Dragons or sphinxes guard the highest security vaults such as the vault of the Lestrange Family. Though affiliated with Gringotts, the Dragons kept there are not actually "tamed" in the traditional way in that they are merely used to discourage intruders and unauthorised persons from approaching the vaults to which these beasts are stationed at; they are "domesticated" in inhumane ways that compels them to retrreat whenever they perceive certain sounds, and They can only be produced by Clankers, which only the goblins possess. Another security measure is the Thief's Downfall: a charmed waterfall that the goblin carts must pass through, it cancels all enchantments and magical concealments, and throws the carts off their tracks. Some vaults use the Gemino and Flagrante charms; when any item is touched by a thief, it multiplies rapidly and burns them, eventually crushing and scorching them to death. Objects within Gringotts cannot be summoned. At times, Probity Probes are used on customers to detect enchantments, magical concealments and hidden magical objects
On his first visit to Gringotts, Harry was told by Hagrid to be cautious. Goblins are extremely greedy and would protect their money and valuables at any cost, which makes them ideal guardians for the valuables of the wizarding world. Ironically, Harry later did rob Gringotts with Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley,[11] the only known successful theft in the history of the bank, by taking advantage of a former employee's knowledge of the inner workings of the bank. It is unknown if Harry was able to resume normal business with the bank following Voldemort's defeat.
- "Are you seeking a challenging career involving travel, adventure, and substantial, danger-related treasure bonuses? Then consider a position with Gringotts Wizarding Bank, who are currently recruiting Curse-Breakers for thrilling opportunities abroad"
- —Pamphlet on Gringotts jobs given to Hogwarts students.[src]
While Gringotts is largely staffed by goblins, including Griphook, Bogrod, and Ragnok, it is known that the bank does employ humans. Bill Weasley works as a Curse Breaker for Gringotts in Egypt, retrieving artefacts from ancient Egyptian tombs and pyramids after his graduation from Hogwarts. When he wanted to do work for the Order of the Phoenix, Bill transferred to a desk job in England to be near home. That same year, Fleur Delacour took a job at Gringotts as well after participating in the Triwizard Tournament, to improve her English, though she only works part-time.
At least during Harry Potter's break in of the bank, there seems to be a full-time security force that is comprised of wizard guards, and that rushes to the scene when the Lestrange vault was broken into. Despite this, Griphook mentions at that time that the goblins resent "wand-bearer" interference in their internal affairs.
- Gringott - founder of the bank
- Ragnok
- Griphook
- Bogrod
- Gornuk
- Nagnok
- Gringotts Head Goblin
- Unidentified Gringotts Bank teller
- Unidentified goblin stockbroker
- Unidentified Gringotts spokesgoblin
- Tall goblin
- Clever goblin
- Magic goblin
- Unidentified Goblin at Gringotts in 1998 (I)
- Numerous unnamed goblins
- Unidentified Gringotts Bank goblin guard
- Marius
- Unidentified Gringotts guard (I)
- Unidentified Gringotts guard (II)
- Bill Weasley - worked as a curse-breaker for Gringotts in Egypt, retrieving artefacts from ancient Egyptian tombs and pyramids, later took a desk job in 1995 to work with the Order of the Phoenix.
- Fleur Delacour - took a part-time job with Gringotts after participating in the Triwizard Tournament, supposedly to improve her English.
Gringotts has no known competition in the wizarding banking industry, and is most surely a monopoly in Britain. Given that the bank is, according to Rubeus Hagrid, the only wizarding bank in Great Britain, it stands to reason that the goblins would have a tremendous amount of power over the wizarding economy, as goblins are also the force behind minting the wizarding currency, Galleons, Sickles, and Knuts.[12] It is likely therefore, as goblins tend to be at odds with wizards on political and social levels, that the Ministry of Magic has laws set in place to stop Gringotts intentionally regulating the wizarding economy, likely through the Goblin Liaison Office.
Gringotts may be derived from the word "ingots," which means a mass of metal cast in a convenient form for shaping, remelting, or refining.
Behind the scenes
- In Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, the escape on a dragon clearly shows Whitehall across the Thames, placing Gringotts and therefore Diagon Alley itself around Southwark.
- According to the film adaptations of the series, Harry Potter's vault is number 687.
- Death Eater Travers must have a vault in Gringotts, as he was holding a key while entering the bank when he encountered Hermione Granger disguised as Bellatrix Lestrange before she, Harry, and Ron robbed the bank.[11]
- Gringotts appears to serve the wizarding world in the same way the US Federal Reserve stabilises the economy in the United States (as similar institutions exist in other economically stable countries). It independently maintains the balance of the British wizarding economy, disallowing individual wizards, witches or groups to manipulate national financial matters for personal gain. This would also explain part of the goblins' resistance toward wizarding domination over the operation of Gringotts during the Second Wizarding War, that such interference by the Death Eater-controlled Ministry of Magic threatened the very economic stability of the wizarding community they were charged with protecting. Evidence that this may be the case appears in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, where Bogrod is seen examining leprechaun gold in disgust. Not only is such gold worthless, to allow it to continue to circulate would generate inflation, which in uncontrolled amounts, can be dangerous. Fortunately, leprechaun gold disappears fairly quickly, minimizing the problem.
- According to W.O.M.B.A.T tests, Gringotts may be the oldest building in Diagon Alley and the other shops grew up around it.
- If you look closely on the 422nd Quidditch World Cup Programme, you will see that Gringotts sponsors the 422nd Quidditch World Cup.
- The poem that reads at the entrance of Gringotts may have been inspired by the poem at the entrance of Hell in Dante's The Divine Comedy.
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (First appearance)
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (film)
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (video game)
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Mentioned only)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Mentioned only)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (video game) (Mentioned on Daily Prophet Game Menu)
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (film)
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (video game) (Mentioned only)
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (video game)
- Harry Potter: A Pop-Up Book
- LEGO Harry Potter: Building the Magical World
- LEGO Harry Potter: Characters of the Magical World
- LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4
- LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7
- Harry Potter LEGO Sets
- Harry Potter Trading Card Game
- Harry Potter for Kinect
- Pottermore
Notes and references
- ↑ AOL Live Interview with J. K. Rowling - October 19, 2000
- ↑ The Making of Harry Potter - See this image
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (video game) - Gringott Wizard Card
- ↑ According to Wonderbook: Book of Spells, Gideon Flatworthy, the leader of the extremist anti-Muggle group The Accionites (who died in 1743), refused to do "anything as mundane and energetic as visit Gringotts Bank".
- ↑ Third question of the Third W.O.M.B.A.T. at J.K. Rowling's Official Site
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Ch. 4
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Ch. 5
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Ch. 22
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Ch. 3
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 11.2 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Ch. 26
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Chapter 19, "The Lion and the Sperpent")


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PC-SPES was, ostensibly, a formulation of eight natural products (seven herbs and one mushroom): Isatis indigotica, Glycyrrhiza glabra ( licorice ), Panax pseudo-ginseng, Ganoderma lucidium ( reishi mushroom ), Scutellaria baicalensis , Dendranthema morifolium, Robdosia rubescens, and Serenoa repens ( saw palmetto ).
The name PC-SPES was derived from the common abbreviation for prostate cancer (PC) and the Latin word spes meaning hope. After its commercial launch in 1996, PC-SPES received considerable interest from the general public and reputable medical researchers as a treatment for prostate cancer. Unfortunately, it turned out to be a fraud.
PC-SPES was not truly a purely herbal product; samples dating back to 1996 were found to contain a form of pharmaceutical estrogen, diethylstilbestrol (DES), as well as indomethacin (an anti-inflammatory medication in the ibuprofen family) and warfarin (a strong blood thinner). 19 Samples subsequent to 1999 contained less DES; but they also showed less effectiveness in treating prostate cancer.
There is little doubt that DES is active against prostate cancer, but it presents a variety of risks, including blood clots in the legs. The other two pharmaceutical contaminants might actually reduce this risk (which may be why they were covertly added), but present various risks all on their own. For these reasons, we strongly recommend against using PC-SPES at all.
What Is PC-SPES Used for Today?
The only proposed use of PC-SPES was the treatment of prostate cancer. The formulation was tried at various stages of the disease, and preliminary research indicated that it had potential, particularly for treating prostate cancer that is no longer responsive to hormone therapies. Benefits were reported in the two main types of prostate cancer: hormone-sensitive and hormone-insensitive cancer. However, when the covert addition of pharmaceuticals was discovered, interest in this "herbal" combination ended.
What Is the Scientific Evidence for PC-SPES?
All the results reported in the following paragraphs are consistent with the known effects of hormones related to estrogen, and may be due to the DES present in PC-SPES, rather than the herbal constituents.
Test tube studies of cancer cells found that PC-SPES decreases cell growth, promotes tumor cell death, and reduces PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels in both hormone-sensitive and hormone-insensitive prostate cancers, and exerts estrogenic effects. 1–5,14
In a rat study, PC-SPES treatment reduced the occurrence of prostate cancer tumors, inhibited their growth, and slowed the rate of cancer spread (metastasis) to the lungs. 6
In one uncontrolled human study, PC-SPES produced a significant decrease in PSA levels for most of the 33 volunteers tested. 7 Similar results were seen in another study of 69 individuals by the same author, 8 and a study of 70 people conducted by another researcher. 9 Benefits were seen in other uncontrolled trials, as well. 10-13
The standard dosage of PC-SPES was 6 to 9 capsules (320 mg each) per day, taken on an empty stomach at least 2 hours before or after meals.
Safety Issues
Note: Due to the presence of unlisted pharmaceuticals, PC-SPES should not be used.
It's no surprise that side effects of PC-SPES closely resemble those of estrogen when taken by men for the treatment of prostate cancer; 15 it may cause breast or nipple tenderness or swelling, loss of body hair, hot flashes, and loss of libido. Some individuals have also reported leg cramps, nausea and vomiting, and blood clots in the legs. 16 Side effects of PC-SPES increase with dosage.
There is one case report of PC-SPES taken at twice the recommended dose causing internal bleeding, presumably due to the presence of warfarin (Coumadin), a strong blood thinner. 18
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If you are planning a family, you can take steps to determine whether you and/or your partner carry the sickle cell trait. Consulting with a genetic counselor will help you determine the chances of you and your partner conceiving a baby with sickle cell disease.
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Used for the treatment of tuberculosis, isoniazid can interfere with the absorption or metabolism of numerous nutrients. Since this antibiotic is commonly taken for a very long period of time, deficiencies can mount up over the course of treatment, impairing overall health.
Individuals who take isoniazid may develop nerve problems such as tingling or numbness in the arms, hands, legs, and feet. The cause is believed to be the drug's interference with the action of vitamin B 6 . 1,2 In fact, use of isoniazid is one cause of the few occasions in which vitamin B 6 deficiency is seen in the developed world. 3
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Atypical pneumonia may present as a mild form of infection compared to other types of pneumonia. Many people with atypical pneumonia can continue normal activities while sick. It is also commonly known as walking pneumonia.
All types of pneumonia are potentially serious conditions. It will require care from your doctor.
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Periodontal disease begins with gum inflammation and progresses to pockets of infection, bone loss, and loosening of the teeth. It is present in 90% of individuals over the age of 65.
Conventional prevention and treatment include regular flossing, using mouthwash that contains extracts of the herb thyme (such as thymol, found in Listerine), and using special toothbrushing appliances. If the condition becomes advanced, special deep-cleaning techniques and even surgery may be necessary.
Proposed Natural Treatments for Periodontal Disease
According to one small, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, the supplement lycopene , taken at a dose of 8 mg per day, may be helpful for the treatment of periodontal disease, whether taken alone or used to augment the effectiveness of standard treatment. 22
One double-blind study of 89 people tested a European herbal mouthwash (used with a special gum irrigator) containing chamomile , echinacea , myrrh, mint , sage , and ratania. 12 The herbal preparation proved more effective than a conventional mouthwash at reducing gingival inflammation.
Oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs) have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. A 14-day, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of 40 people evaluated the potential benefits of a chewing gum product containing 5 mg of OPCs from pine bark. 9 Use of the OPC gum resulted in significant improvements in gum health and reductions in plaque formation; no similar benefits were seen in the placebo group.
A double-blind study of 30 people found weak evidence that use of borage oil (a source of GLA ) at a dose of 3,000 mg daily may reduce gingival inflammation. 13 The study also examined fish oil at a dose of 3,000 mg daily, or combined fish oil and borage oil at the dose of 1,500 mg each, but failed to find significant benefits with these treatments as compared to placebo.
Other natural dental products that have shown promise in small double-blind studies include a toothpaste containing Macleya cordata (plume poppy) and Prunella vulgaris (also known as heal-all or self-heal), 14 a chew candy containing green tea , 7 an irrigation fluid containing propolis extract, 15 a toothpaste containing sea cucumber, 16 and a gel containing tea tree oil. 17
Preliminary studies suggest that folate mouthwash may help in periodontal disease. Oral folate supplementation does not appear to be especially effective. 1-4 However, one small double-blind study found potential benefit with a mixed B-complex supplement (containing 50 mg of each of thiamin , riboflavin , niacinamide , pantothenate , and pyridoxine ; 50 mcg each of biotin and vitamin B 12 ; and 400 mcg of folate ) . 18
One test tube study suggests that cranberry juice might be useful for treating or preventing gum disease. 5 However, there is one kink to work out before cranberry could be practical for this purpose: the sweeteners added to cranberry juice are not good for your teeth, but without them cranberry juice is very bitter.
The supplement CoQ 10 is sometimes claimed to be an effective treatment for periodontal disease. However, the studies on which this idea is based are too flawed to be taken as meaningful. 6
Xylitol is a naturally occurring sugar that appears to help suppress the development of cavities when it is used in gum, candy, or toothpaste. Highly preliminary evidence suggests that it may help prevent gum disease, as well. 8
A thorough review of 11 randomized, controlled trials found that the use of mouth rinses containing essential oils is effective against gingivitis and dental plaque formation when used in combination with regular oral hygiene. 23 In one double-blind study, chewing gum containing eucalyptus extract was more beneficial for moderate gingivitis compared to a placebo gum. 24
One study suggests that chewing " honey leather " can reduce inflammation of the gums. 19
A special extract of the hops , called "hops bract polyphenols," has shown a bit of promise for preventing or treating periodontal disease. 21
A study failed to find that an herbal mouthwash containing the herb mangosteen significantly improved gum health. 20
A mouthwash containing a type of green algae called E. linza proved to be similar to the commercial product Listerine in reducing gum bleeding, swollen gums, and plague in patients with gingivitis. 25
Other treatments sometimes proposed for periodontal disease, but that lack meaningful scientific support, include beta-glucan , bioflavonoids , bloodroot , calcium , caraway , magnesium , vitamin C , witch hazel , and zinc .
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Chronic bronchitis is characterized by inflamed airway tissue and excessive mucus production. This leads to a persistent, productive cough for several months each year. The inflammation causes the large and small airways of the lungs to become narrowed. The lining of the passageways may become scarred. This makes it hard to move air in and out of the lungs. It results in shortness of breath.
With emphysema, the walls between the tiny air sacs in the lungs lose their ability to stretch. They eventually become weakened and break. As the lung tissue becomes less elastic, air is trapped inside the air sacs. This impairs the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
Almost all COPD is caused by cigarette smoking. COPD is the third leading cause of death in the US. The American Lung Association estimates that more than 12 million people have COPD. This number could be much higher since some people may not know they have it. Deaths from COPD are greater among women than men. Sometimes people can miss the early warning signs of COPD, like shortness of breath. Missing these early warning signs often means that the disease is not found until much later and when it has worsened. When COPD is found early, there are treatments available to help manage the disease.What are the risk factors for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?What are the symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?How is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease diagnosed?What are the treatments for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?Are there screening tests for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?How can I reduce my risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?What questions should I ask my healthcare provider?What is it like to live with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?Where can I get more information about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?
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The day-to-day income from passenger fares, shops and catering covers the cost of running the trains, including normal maintenance and renewals but it does not generate enough income to invest in development projects. These include railway expansion, restoration of historically important heritage trains, building educational facilities or conserving heritage artefacts and records. We have many plans for the future to continue to run one of the UK's finest railways, but to do so we rely upon people to leave us gifts in their will. Legacies fund investment for the future, not day-to-day operations.
Surprisingly, only one in three people make a Will, but without an up to date will, there is a risk that your estate will not go where you intend. It may even end up going to the Government! Your Will protects your loved ones and can help prevent more anguish for them at a difficult time. It is also a chance for you to leave behind a very special gift to help the causes closest to your heart, something which is not always possible to do in your lifetime. The Railway has taken the step to partner with Pardoes Solicitors (a local firm with offices in Taunton, Bridgwater and Yeovil) who understand all of these aspects. Pardoes also have agreed to undertake Will preparation for those who care about the Railway at a very competitive rate, and have further agreed to donate from those costs an amount which will go direct to the railway. Pardoes offer to provide fixed price Wills for West Somerset Railway members of staff (paid and volunteer) that carry a valid WSR ID Card or those who use the new Legacy Leaflet with the Pardoes logo within.
The price for a single Simple Will is £100, £130 for a couple or for mirror Simple Wills (all plus VAT).
And the Railway will also receive a donation of £10 - £15 for each Will that Pardoes prepare. So both you and the Railway can gain! To take advantage of the discount please see the coupon on the our Legacy leaflet or contact:
The Railway Legacy Officer on [email protected] or 01643 704996 or Pardoes directly via 01278 457891 or visit their website mentioning the Railway and this article**. ** Please note...whilst the West Somerset Railway and Pardoes are able to offer this discount scheme, you do not have to use Pardoes to leave a legacy to the WSR or make a Will; it is your right to take your own independent legal advice if you wish to do so.. Pardoes are professionally obliged to act for you completely independently, despite the existence of this scheme.
A gift, no matter how small, will make a difference. Here are some examples of how your gift could be spent in future years:
Buffet Car Coach 4346 has used £10,000 of legacy money to rebuild completely a wrecked shell of a coach. The refurbished coach will provide excellent on-board catering facilities (such as hot & cold drinks and snacks – pasties & sandwiches, etc) for passengers travelling on the WSR.
New locomotive tyres. It is surprising how steel tyres on locomotive wheels can wear on the tightly curved and steep gradients of the WSR! Using £43,000 of legacy money, new tyres have been provided to help ensure the long-term availability of the WSR locomotive stock.
And of course, the Minehead Turntable which was originally based at Pwllhelli (North Wales). It was built at Swindon in 1898, and (with a locomotive) weighs 170 tons. It is now installed and in use, providing an excellent turning facility not to mention a thrilling and popular visitor experience. Amongst other monies, the turntable project used £58,000 of legacy money.
I am considering a Legacy for the WSR and would like to talk with someone (confidentially) about this, please email John Myers [email protected] or 01643 704996
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Total plan costs for retirement plans have fallen in the last year, according to the 13th edition of the 401k Averages Book. Small plan costs fell slightly from 1.47% to 1.46%, while large plan costs fell from 1.08% to 1.03%. The range of expenses for small plans was between 0.38% and 1.97%. Large plan expenses ranged from 0.28% to 1.41%.
For small plan data in the 13th edition, the authors looked at plans with 50 participants and $2.5 million in assets. Large plans had 1,000 participants and $50 million in assets. In the 12th edition, small plan data was based on plans with 100 participants.
The drop in costs is due to a more experienced industry, Joseph Valetta, co-author of the book, told AdvisorOne on Wednesday.
"In the last couple of years, there's been a greater focus on fees from a maturing industry," Valetta said. "There are more experienced advisors who specialize in these plans, who have created awareness surrounding fees."
Asset-based fees, including investment management fees, fund expense ratios, 12b-1 fees, wrap and advisor fees also fell. In small plans, average investment expenses fell from 1.38% to 1.37%. The average expense dropped from 1.05% to 1% for large plans.
Valetta noted that they saw greater compression in fees among large plans due to greater flexibility in pricing than among small plans.
The average expense for target-date funds in a small plan is 1.37%, while the average cost of a TDF in a large plan is 0.98%. Balanced funds are considerably more expensive at 1.45% in a small plan and 1.37% in a large plan.
The 13th edition of the 401k Averages Book, which has been published since 1995, is the first edition to separate target-date fund costs from the cost of traditional balanced and risk-based funds. "Since target-date fund usage continues to grow in 401(k) plans, we thought it was important to calculate the average cost of target-date funds available within 401(k) offerings," co-author David Huntley said in a statement.
For advisors, a lot of the impact of the Department of Labor's fee disclosure regulations occurred before they came into effect as advisors and sponsors hurried to make sure their plan fees were in order, Valetta said. "We saw a lot of changes prior to distribution [of disclosure documents]. Everyone takes really good care of their teeth right before they go to the dentist, too."
He stressed that fees that were higher than average weren't necessarily bad for a plan provided they were reasonable. "Advisors need to be proactive and let clients understand what their fees are and how they compare, and explain their value added," he said. "Being proactive is better than sitting back and letting someone else define your value proposition."


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A risk factor is something that increases your likelihood of getting a disease or condition.
It is possible to develop obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) with or without the risk factors listed below. However, the more risk factors you have, the greater your likelihood of developing OCD. If you have a number of risk factors, ask your doctor what you can do to reduce your risk.
Risk factors may include:
OCD tends to develop in late adolescence or early adulthood. However, it can begin as early as preschool age and as late as age 40.
Genetic Factors
Research suggests that genes may play a role in the development of OCD in some cases. The condition tends to run in families. A person who has OCD has a 25% chance of having a blood relative who has it.
One study found that children have inherited OCD symptoms in 45%-60% of cases, while adults have inherited symptoms in 27%-47% of cases.
Presence of Other Mental or Neurologic Conditions
OCD often occurs in people who have other anxiety disorders, depression, Tourette syndrome, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), substance abuse, eating disorders, and certain personality disorders.
PANDAS, which refers to Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders associated with Streptococcal Infections, is a term that refers to a group of children who have OCD and/or a tic disorder, which gets worse or is related to strep throat. Researchers are studying what causes this. One theory is that antibodies in the body may interact with the brain.
OCD symptoms often occur during stress from major life changes, such as loss of a loved one, divorce, relationship difficulties, problems in school, or abuse.
Pregnancy and Postpartum Period
OCD symptoms may worsen during and immediately after pregnancy. In this case, fluctuating hormones can trigger symptoms. Postpartum OCD is characterized by disturbing thoughts and compulsions regarding the baby's well-being.
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