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I am new to this forum and would like to find a jazz guitar teacher in Austin. Any suggestions? I played classical guitar for several years and a bit of blues/rock.
Thank you.
I know Bruce Saunders is based in Austin. Look him up, he's great.
Jazz guitar in Austin?? Wouldn't that be like looking for hip hop at The Grand Old Oprey?
No. But it's not at the top of the list either. Lots of blues-rock on 6th street though. Yawn.
They have a jazz studies program at UT if I recall.
They also have a sizeable classical guitar program there. Adam Holzman runs it. I saw him Saturday night at the legendary 92nd Street Y, in an American Tribute To Segovia. He played very well.
I saw The Christian McBride Trio at JALC's Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola on Friday night. The trio format really lets him get after it. A great weekend.
more Austin stuff, to answer your question Patrick. McLaughlin, DiMeola, Frisell have all played Austin, at minimum. I saw Frisell there a few years ago. In Soco, at the Continental Club.
+1 on Bruce Saunders. One of the best in New York and Boston where he's a frequent part of the scene. He happens to live in Austin and you will have the good fortune to have a great teacher and REALLY laid back friendly guy.
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Austin is a music town. I'm sure there's great jazz and just about every other type of music there as well. I was just joking about the hip hop at The Opry comment.
Yeah . . 6th Street is full of the clubs with the SRV and Tinsley Ellis wanna bees. And some of them are seriously good blues guys. I've been to Austin a couple of times . . . but, not for a long long time. I believe that 1990 was the last ime I was there. However, I alway keep an eye out for Austin City Limits broadcasts on the boob tube. Ya just never know who or what you're going to hear. That town just loves music.
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uh yep. McLaughlin plays jazz and other things. Frisell plays a little bit of jazz, and other things too. DiMeola... I don't know. Latin Jazz? I don't keep up with him.
I saw Frisell with The Bad Plus at JALC this past spring. I think one could call what they played jazz.
Jazz is always changing, really changing.
Originally Posted by fumblefingers
I saw Frisell with The Bad Plus at JALC this past spring. I think one could call what they played jazz.
Jazz is always changing, really changing.
that Puerto Rico thing sounds nice.
When we were at JALC on Friday night I asked my wife if she noticed anything about the crowd there at Dizzy's Club watching Christian McBride. She said "yeah, everybody's over 50 or even 60". (well, not everybody).
I noticed the same. It made me wonder how well jazz will do in 15, 20, 25 years. It doesn't look good, methinks.
For his part, McBride made a point of thanking everyone for coming out to see LIVE music, and for not sitting around on their butt watching youtube.com at home. (he said it nicer than that of course). I think he has a point.
Calhoun, If you're around on Thursday (Halloween), Bruce Saunders is at the Austin Hilton Loft Bar 6-8 with Danielle Reich.
On Friday he's doing Monk and Joe Henderson tunes at Sao Paulo's 7:30-10. See if you like his playing and introduce yourself if you'd like to talk with him about studying. He's the real thing. He had a trio with Ben Monder and Steve Cardinas when he was based in NY. Around Berklee, he's a very sought after teacher.
There's nothing like seeing if someone's music connects with you before you take a lesson.
Thanks to all of you and sorry for the late reply.
And thanks, David, for the info on Bruce Saunders's concerts. I wasn't in Austin for Halloween but I checked his site and apparently he is playing again at the same place this month. I will try to go for sure.
Have a great day!
I'll like to throw another option in the mix and recommend Mark Bish who currently teaches out of the Austin Guitar School (http://www.austinguitarschool.com/). I have been studying jazz guitar with him for almost 3 years. He is a great musician and down to earth guy. He attended Guitar Institute of Technology and Dick Groves School of Music amongst others and also taught for several years at GIT.
Thank you for the info, jasonmi!
Bruce Saunders would be a great choice, but he is still traveling quite a bit during the school sessions. A couple more to add to that list are Mitch Watkins (now back from Leonard Cohen duty) and Russ Scanlon. Carter Arrington and JD Pendley would be a couple more to look into, but I don't know if they teach.

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Some months ago, after lamenting to my wife about me mutually parting ways with the thickness of my hair (bald!), I started seeing rogane ads on my phone the next day.
Since then, it's gotten weirder. The latest example was from grocery shopping last week. We walk past the Depends (Adult diapers!) and my wife teases me about acting like a grouchy an old man.
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BMW rolls out new RFID system in Regensburg plant
BMW has recently adopted Ubisense's Tool Assistance System (TAS) for use in its assembly plant in Regensburg, Germany.
The TAS is designed to identify and track in real time a vehicle as it is being assembled without the need to perform manual bar code scans. The system uses RFID to automatically identify the vehicle being assembled as well as detect the vehicle's proximity to specific production equipment.
Because different models are built in succession at BMW assembly plants, workers need to constantly load and reload the correct programs for their automatic tools via bar code scans or by entering information into a terminal, both of which are error prone procedures. When a worker loads the wrong information for a particular car a costly manufacturing defect is created. However, with TAS, if a worker approaches a tagged vehicle with an automatic tool, the appropriate program will be automatically loaded into the tool, eliminating the risk of human error.
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The capital city of Cambodia, Phonm Penh, is a beacon of human resilience…
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Hoi An in pictures and video
Hoi An's Ancient Town made me feel like I was living a fairytale!
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This city really comes alive at night. Walking around feels like you're at a Daft Punk concert…
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You can zip line to the Dark Cave giving you immense views of the dense jungle (if you can keep your eyes open 🙈)
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A handful of our favourite photos and videos from our trek through Sapa!
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It's been a little over 2 months since NYC rapper Chinx was gunned down in Queens, now they've released the official video to his single "On Your Body" which features Meet Sims. Chinx's wife Janelli is in the video as well. His debut album, Welcome to JFK will be released in August. Check out the video below as we remember one of the good guys.
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The painting "A Girl with Burak" was painted by the artist Venetsianov no later than 1824. He was adherents of the image on the canvases of household subjects. In his portraits, the artist sought to reveal the humanity and inner virtues of an ordinary Russian woman. Portraits of simple peasant women make up the best part of his artistic heritage.
The painting "The Girl with Burak" continues a series of works in which the artist describes the various faces of ordinary Russian peasant women. The artist constantly looks at their bright appearance, trying to understand the complexity of nature, the morality of nature, admiring their interesting faces.
In the portrait "A Girl with Burak" Venetsianov depicted an ordinary girl with a typically Russian face and regular features. The shifted eyebrows, slightly compressed lips and a close concentrated look indicate that they found her doing her daily work.
In the portrait the artist depicted a girl in a half-turn, as if she turned on his hail. The energetic turn of the girl's head in combination with a red scarf conveys the temperament of her face.
Plain low-key clothing bedding tones, emphasizes the simplicity of the origin of this girl. In her left hand she holds a beetroot (it is a vessel of cylindrical birch bark). And with the fingers of his right hand he holds the handle of a wooden spoon dipped in this vessel. From which it can be assumed that the girl was in the way of something, and possibly whipping oil.
In the background is the background on which Venezians depicted a part of the trunk of a large tree and foliage of bushes against a dark background. The palette of colors is muffled, which emphasizes the late evening, conveying the girl's diligence.
To date, the picture Venetsianova "Girl with Burak" is in Russia in the State Russian Museum in the city of St. Petersburg.


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The BUK missile system used to shoot down flight MH17 over Eastern Ukraine in July 2014 belonged to the 53rd brigade of the Russian Armed Forces, the Joint Investigation Team revealed on Thursday. Russia denies this, NU.nl reports.
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A set of major technical solutions implemented in five months to improve the performance of crushing and sorting complex on Sosnovsky mine Techa iron ore deposit. The work on the improvement crushing technology will continue.
Let's remind, in January 2013 Sosnovsky mine Techa iron ore deposit launch of a new crushing and concentrating plant. For the needs of LLC «Bakalskoe mining plant administration», was assembled a modern high-tech complex with application of high technologies, imported equipment companies Terex, Metso Minerals. For several months at the site of improving the production process. If in the first month after starting work performance of the object was about hundreds of tons per hour, now it is much higher. On average, crushing and sorting complex produces about 200 tons of products per hour, the maximum achieved performance meets planned: 375 tons per hour. To achieve the planned performance was created warehouse averaging. Average ore stable on the content of useful components, moisture, and composition. The initial volume of the warehouse averaging amounted to 127 thousand tons, currently warehouse supplemented by products and is ready to accept to 200 thousand tons of ore.
One of the effective measures to increase performance was the increase of the throughput capacity of the bunker and the feeder №1 DOF. Experimentally set at the optimal aperture size compression crusher: jaw and cone (medium and fine crushing). Optimized speed modes spins of magnetic separators and their capacity. Currently found a technical solution to the problem buildup of ore to the surface feeders and piders: soon the surface of these units will be lined with polystyrene. For efficiency of the production process in the near future will be installed mechanical sampler.


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The Most Nightmarish Depictions Of Hell Ever Conceived
List Rules Vote up the depictions of hell that would receive the worst reviews on TripAdvisor.
Wondering what hell looks like has long been a fascination of artists. Much of what people know of hell comes from 'eyewitness' accounts, alleged gateways, and the occasional Biblical reference. Yet, you still find countless depictions of hell in all forms of art, and many paintings of hell get particularly unnerving. Even if you're not religious—or you are religious but have no belief in hell—seeing artwork depicting hell, with the torture and the fire and the unknowable horror, can leave you feeling uneasy.
And these pictures of hell come from all over the place—they span centuries and styles, beliefs and countries. But the one thing that they have in common? They're all just super effed up. You don't have to be an art history major to appreciate the creativity behind these works—some inspired by descriptions from Dante and others just pulled straight from the darkest corners of the imagination.


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Best TVs: quick links
Right now is a very good time to buy yourself a new 4K or 8K TV. Some of the best TVs from 2019 are now getting big price cuts in anticipation of 2020 models arriving in the next few months, but the coming models aren't as a big a leap forward as we've seen in previous years, so if you keep an eye on the best TV deals for the sets we're featuring here, you can get some astoundingly good sets for remarkable prices.
4K resolution is now the expectation for TVs. The market has fully transitioned from HD, and the best 8K TVs are already laying claiming the high end.
Helpfully, there's there's no shortage of 4K content to make the most of your eight million pixels. All the key streaming services, including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, YouTube, Apple TV and Rakuten offer a healthy selection. Sky, BT and Virgin Media also have 4K channels available on their respective pay TV platforms. There's a wide library of 4K Blu-ray discs available too, and is well-established in gaming (with the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X taking that to the next level this year).
So whatever Ultra HD set you opt for, you'll not be short of stuff to watch on it that takes full advantage of the resolution, and all the sets are fantastic at upscaling HD video to look great at 4K.
Of course, not all Ultra HD tellies are created equal. There's a world of difference between competing sets and the different technologies used – check out our guide to OLED vs QLED to have these two TV types explained in plain English,
Of course, most of the very best sets here are quite expensive, but we also have top options from our Best TVs Under £1000 guide and our Best TVs under £500 guide. and that's without unpicking the differences between LED, OLED and QLED screen technologies, the various flavours of HDR and the nascent attractions of 8K.
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Best TV 2020: which is the top TV?
For viewing in a bright room, our current top choice is the phenomenal Samsung Q950TS. This 8K QLED screen combines high vibrancy with class-leading HDR performance and sensational colour reproduction, plus its upscaling really does make 4K video look close to 8K – it genuinely makes 4K look better than it would normally, which is great at bigger screen sizes.
Thanks to an innovative full-array backlight, it not only delivers convincing shiny highlights, but also does a fine job managing deep black levels. In every sense, it's a peerless performer.
It is, however, very expensive. If you want a 4K screen that's very nearly as good, with all the HDR and brightness advantages, we recommend the Samsung Q90R – the tech is very similar, but with last year's processing and only a 4K screen, it's much, much cheaper.
If OLED is more your style, because you prefer to watch movies in low light where OLED's superior near-black performance really comes into its own, our pick would be the Panasonic GZ2000. Not only does this model offer sensational cinematic imagery, but it also sports the best integrated Dolby Atmos sound system we've ever heard, complete with convincing up-firing height speakers. It's the AV enthusiast's screen of choice.
Head down to our full list to read more about these TVs, and see the prices for all sizes.
How to buy the best TV for you
Shortlisting your next television can be a complicated business, but a few simple rules of thumb will help.
As we move from HD to 4K and ultimately 8K, screen size becomes a key consideration. To see incremental differences in resolution, you'll probably need to buy a bigger screen than you had previously, or move your seating closer. Long story short: think big, then buy bigger.
Counter intuitive it may well be, but ultra-large 8K screens are perfect for smaller rooms, if you want to really see every drop of detail. Everything you think you know about viewing distances is changing…
Then there's viewing environment. If you tend to watch in high ambient lighting, or during daytime, an LED or QLED screen will typically serve you better. If you prefer to view with low or no lighting, an OLED will deliver greater subjective contrast and shadow detail.
Smart platforms are no longer a decisive reason to buy. All TVs are smart these days, and the choice of apps ubiquitous – focus on image quality, price and any other features you're keen on.
Best TV 2020: why you should upgrade your TV now
We tend to say this all the time, but now really is a great time to invest in a new TV!
2160p 4K resolution opens the door to more detail without any obvious onscreen pixel structure, while wide colour gamut panels and high brightness panels make for vibrant, colour rich images, even when viewing regular HD TV channels.
The quality of HD upscaling has also never been better, as the power of image processors grows exponentially. All the main TV brands are now fast tracking image processing which utilise advanced AI with Deep Learning and Machine Learning, for better picture clarity.
With high dynamic range (HDR), images enjoy a greater sense of realism. HDR is basically a technology that enables TVs to show a broader range of colours and brightness, closer to what the eye is capable of seeing. Bright highlights, such as reflections and fireworks, glint and glow more realistically. HDR also allows for greater subtle shadow detail, adding extra depth.
There is a caveat though. Cheaper LED screens may claim HDR support, but they often lack the inherent brightness to actually do much with it. At the high end, the dynamics will always be more pronounced.
HDR comes in a variety of flavours. Static HDR, aka HDR10, is the standard. It's used on UHD Blu-ray and by streaming services. Dolby Vision and HDR10+ are dynamic HDR variants, able to optimise HDR characteristics on a scene-by-scene basis, thanks to the use of dynamic metadata.
Dolby Vision is the more widely used of the two. It's favoured by Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV/iTunes and UHD Blu-ray. HDR10+ appears on some discs, but is more commonly used by Amazon Prime. Most manufactures support one or the other; a few (Panasonic, Philips) favour both.
HLG is a live broadcast HDR standard, still largely undergoing trials – support is widespread.
Audio is often a key differentiator between models. Flagship 4K TVs tend to have enhanced sound systems, often with support for Dolby Atmos, the immersive 3D sound format. Not only is Dolby Atmos good for your ears, having it in a TV can represent a big saving on additional external audio systems.
OK, now that we've set the scene, let's reveal T3's best TV buys of 2020.
Best TVs 2020: the list
1. Samsung 75Q950TS
The best TV on the planet, elevating 4K video close to 8K's immense detail
Reasons to buy
Reasons to avoid
? Read our full Samsung Q950TS review
The flagship TV in Samsung's 2020 range is our new pick for the best TV you can buy thanks to the way it takes 4K video and boosts it to really make use of its 8K resolution, even though 8K content is non-existent at this point.
The AI-based upscaling does an incredible job of filling the 33 million pixels with images that still look natural and pristine – not like they've been processed. Given that this TV only comes in at bigger screen sizes, this could not be more welcome. It's the best way to watch 4K, put simply – and the job it does of upscaling regular ol' HD is highly commendable as well, with only a few tiny processing imperfections slipping in that aren't much different to what you see when upscaling on 4K TVs.
Even more luxurious is the HDR performance, thanks to a powerful direct full array backlight, producing massively bright images beyond almost anything we've seen before. But with 480 areas of local dimming for turning that backlight down when needed, it's also capable of colossal contrast, even in bright and dark areas right next to each other. This kind of thing used to be OLED's main strength, but this can go several times brighter than the best OLED TVs, and almost matches it for black level performance – it's just astounding.
It feels like a premium product too – it's stunningly thing and sleek, but more noticeable is that lack of bezels on three sides, so it looks like the image is just suspended in the air. To really complete that effect, all of its ports are housed in an external box, called the One Connect, which connects to the TV over a single cable, making it ideal for tidy living rooms.
Add to that an excellent smart platform that makes it easy to watch any streaming or catch-up services you want, and you have a more-than-complete package. You have the best TV money can buy right now… but it does cost a lot of money.
It comes in 65-inch, 75-inch and 85-inch sizes, which are all available in the UK, though only the 85-inch version is available in the US. The good news is that there's a variant of this TV called the Q900T, which ditches the One Connect box and puts the ports on the TV itself (making it thicker), but is otherwise exactly the same… except for being significantly cheaper.
- Buy the Samsung 65Q950TS from Currys for £5,999
- Buy the Samsung 75Q950TS from Currys for £7,999
- Buy the Samsung 85Q950TS from Currys for £11,999
- Buy the Samsung 65Q900TS from Best Buy for $5,499
- Buy the Samsung 75Q900TS from Best Buy for $7,499
- Buy the Samsung 85Q900TS from Best Buy for $9,999
- Buy the Samsung 65Q900TS from Currys for £4,999
- Buy the Samsung 75Q900TS from Currys for £6,999
2. Samsung 65Q90R
The best 4K TV available right now, thanks to its QLED panel
Reasons to buy
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? Read our full Samsung QE65Q90R review
Winner of T3's Best TV of 2019 award, this superb TV is the best reason yet to buy a 4K QLED. It boasts superb HDR images and a host of smart features.
This range-topper outshines rival OLED screens when it comes to peak HDR brightness, but also manages to offer a convincing black level performance. Black bars on letterbox movies look genuinely black, something we don't often see on LCD-based TVs.
The secret is a full array backlight capable of precise local dimming. Off axis viewing is also surprisingly good, courtesy of newly developed Ultra Viewing Angle technology.
The set uses Samsung's One Connect Box which tethers to the screen via a single 'invisible' cable that carries AV and power. Some love it, some don't. We like how tidy it makes things, though. Connectivity comprises four HDMI inputs, supported by digital audio optical and three USBs.
Samsung's Tizen smart platform combines apps with curated content. There's a full complement of UK catch-up services available (BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, My5, All4), plus Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and Rakuten TV. Only Freeview Play is missing.
Picture quality is outstanding. Black level performance and colour vibrancy immediately impress, helped by a screen filter which absorbs unwanted reflections. Fine detail performance, particularly with native 4K content, is peerless. Samsung's Quantum 4K image processor, with its AI driven algorithms, does a tremendous job.
Disappointingly, the Q90R lacks Dolby Vision HDR support, but you do get HDR10+, the dynamic metadata alternative favoured by Prime Video. When it comes to HDR performance, we measured peaks at over 1,700 nits, around twice that seen on rival OLED panels.
The Q90R's audio performance is acceptable, but you'll want to add a soundbar or home cinema separates sooner or later.
?Our guide to Samsung's 2020 TV range compares the new version of the Q90 coming later this year to the model recommended above – there are important differences
3. Panasonic TX-55GZ2000
The best OLED of 2020 is a Hollywood action hero
Reasons to buy
Reasons to avoid
? Read our full Panasonic GZ2000 review
Featuring a Professional Edition OLED panel able to run brighter than rivals (despite the fact that all OLED TVs use essentially the same panel), this advanced OLED TV is a home cinema solution AV fans will be lusting over.
Designed from the ground-up for home cinema, it features built-in upfiring Dolby Atmos enabled speakers on the rear of the panel. Not that you can tell looking square on. The bezel is wafer thin, distinguished by a subtle forward-facing speaker bar.
Providing the smarts is Panasonic's My Home Screen 4.0, which courtesy of Freeview Play, offers a full suite of Catch-up TV services, plus Netflix, YouTube and Amazon Prime Video.
Image quality, via the brand's HCX Pro Intelligent picture processor, is dazzling. In part that's down to the fact that this Pro Edition panel incorporates heat management techniques first developed for plasma TVs. The result is that the average picture level is boosted by around 30 per cent, which translates to better colour accuracy and brighter images. And the panel has been tuned with Hollywood colourists, to get it as close to what they use when creating the films as possible, so what you're seeing is what the director intended.
HDR performance is first rate. We measured peak brightness above 950 nits. View on the Dynamic setting, and the set edges past 1000 nits – easily the class leader for OLED in this regard.
That Dolby Atmos sound system is optimised using a Space Tuning routine, which takes your room into account as well as your relative viewing position.
Dolby Atmos TV shows have enhanced scale and drama, while Atmos-encoded sporting events really put you in the action, casting crowd noise high and wide. The end result is a real cinematic viewing experience.
Beautiful OLED 4K images for a surprisingly reasonable price
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The LG C9 is probably the best bang-for-buck TV on the market right now. It offer high-end OLED image quality and processing, but without a high-end price tag. And it's still packed with other features.
It offers four HDMI inputs, and supports VRR (Variable Frame Rate) and ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) for serious gaming – the next-gen consoles will make great use of these.
Freeview Play brings with it a full complement of catch-up services for the UK, while streaming apps include NOW TV, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, BBC iPlayer, ITV hub, All 4, Demand 5 and Rakuten TV. LG's webOS smart platform has had a tidy up, giving a cleaner user experience. Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are also built in.
Image quality is excellent, with pin-sharp detail and vibrant colours. Being OLED, dynamics are pronounced.
The TV uses LG's second generation Alpha 9 intelligent picture processor, along with Deep Learning AI picture management, which allows the panel to better display shadow detail by reacting to viewing light levels and adjusting accordingly.
HDR support covers standard HDR10, Dolby Vision and HLG. We measured HDR peak brightness at around 800 nits. Black level and near-black shadow performance is close to faultless.
The set's HDR Effect, which boosts SDR content to theoretically look HDR, is a bit hit or miss though. We'd opt not to use it.
While Dolby Atmos decoding is on board, the TV can't do much with the format. To make the most of Atmos sources, you'll need to bitstream out to an Atmos soundbar or home cinema system. Its own speaker are fine, but nothing to get excited over.
5. Philips 65OLED984
A quality OLED TV that packs in a premium Bowers & Wilkins speaker system too
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Part high-end OLED, part high-end loudspeaker, Philips OLED+984 screen is an inspired co-production between Philips and hi-fi specialist Bowers & Wilkins.
Physically a beast, it stands 1.33m tall, so you'll need to clear a space in your fancy loft apartment to accommodate it.
This audio system, wrapped in acoustically transparent Kvadrat cloth, is a three-channel design with left, centre, right drivers. Tweeters are mounted strategically at either edge of the cabinet, to produce a wide stereophonic soundstage. The centre channel warrants that classic Bowers decoupled tweeter-on-top treatment, familiar from its high-end loudspeakers.
The set's panel performance is in line with Philips other current 4K OLED offerings, which for the most part means superb definition, excellent contrast and vibrant hues, courtesy of a third-gen, dual-chip iteration of Philips P5 image processor. The icing on the cake is Ambilight mood lighting, which we're big fans of.
HDR support is comprehensive, with HDR, HLG, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision all catered for. Peak brightness and colour saturation are extremely inviting. No one does televisual eye candy quite like Philips – some will prefer a more naturalist approach, but we're more than happy with it.
If Dolby Atmos isn't a prerequisite, and you have the space to accommodate this techy tower, then the 984 is quite the audiovisual setup.
6. Sony KD-65AG9
A beautiful panel, and gives new life to non-HDR footage
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Sony's current Master Series OLED hero may just be a minor revision of the previous AF9, but it's still a major temptation when it comes to our best screens of the year shortlist.
Beautifully designed, with a slightly smaller footprint than its predecessor, its wafer-thin bezel rests on the central pedestal stand. There are no obvious loudspeakers, because this model uses Sony's Acoustic Surface Audio+ sound system, which employs vibrating acoustic transducers placed on the rear of the panel, meaning that the front of the TV itself is vibrating to create a big, full sound, though a couple of rear-facing woofers help too.
This innovative approach allows the TV to double as the centre channel speaker in a multichannel (3.1 or larger) audio system. A pair of stereo spring clip terminals on the rear allows the AG9 to go into centre speaker mode.
Image quality is superb. Sony's X1 Ultimate image processor does a fabulous job upscaling HD SDR content, while native 4K is super sharp and contrasty. Object-Based Super Resolution technology boosts contrast, detail and colour at an onscreen object level, while a Pixel Contrast Booster enhances colour and contrast in bright areas. For the kind of programmes you watch every day, no other set fares as well.
The screen's HDR performance is admirable, and looks particularly naturalistic with Dolby Vision content from Netflix. We found that the Peak Luminance setting is best enjoyed High for HDR, and Medium for SDR, while the Advanced Contrast Enhancer and Black Adjust are ideal on Medium.
HDR support covers HDR10, HLG and Dolby Vision, but not HDR10+. Deep black and shadow detail performance are refined.
Providing requisite smarts is the Android TV OS, with Chromecast built-in. There's support for Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice control.
7. Sony KD-85ZG9
The best 8K TV is a giant-screened marvel of detail and HDR
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If you're going to buy 8K, it clearly pays to supersize, and there's currently no better 8K HDR experience to be had than from Sony's epic 85-inch ZG9. It combines unmatched image clarity and HDR vibrancy with a brilliantly efficient sound system.
Also available as an improbable 98-incher (a snip at £84,999), the ZG9 achieves its astounding HDR brightness courtesy of a highly effective Full Array Backlight Master Drive, which uses a backdrop of precisely calibrated LED lights, allied to 8K X-tended Dynamic Range PRO picture processing. Contrast and HDR punch are sensationally good.
The screen accommodates this hefty backlight with a so-called blade architecture design. The panel sits atop a wider frame, which also provides a place to hide four forward-facing speakers.
This Acoustic Multi-Audio sound system is inspired by (but unrelated to) Sony's OLED Acoustic Surface Audio technology, and we like how it sounds. The quad speaker arrangement is particularly effective when it comes to steering dialogue and effects around the (big) screen.
Like other Sony high-end displays, the set employs the Android TV smart OS, the interface of which looks comically huge on this massive display. It also has integrated Google Assistant.
Handling the 8K heavy lifting is the latest iteration of Sony's X1 Ultimate image engine, which feels like it's finally being let off the leash here.
HDR support covers standard HDR10, HLG and Dolby Vision. However, there's no compatibility with HDR10+, the dynamic metadata rival to Dolby Vision.
While there's zero 8K content around so far (though there may be as soon as this summer) test footage from Sony has left us hungry to see more. The good news is that 4K upscaling also looks jaw-droppingly fine. Sony's 8K X-Reality Pro upscaling, which uses a new, dedicated 8K image reference database, is clearly doing a stonking job.
This Master Series monster hints at the future of TV. You don't need it, but you'll probably still want it.
The best-value big-screen OLED available
Reasons to buy
Reasons to avoid
Shhh, don't let the secret out, but there's really very little difference in the panel or picture processing technology between this and the LG C9 above (or indeed, the much more expensive G9 or W9 models).
The C9's screen is generally measured as a little brighter at its peak than the B9, so if you want the best picture, it still has a slight edge, but the gap between them really isn't big at all. That's party down to the fact that the B9 has all the same electronics powering it, including the same strong upscaling and motion handling, plus 120Hz support, and variable refresh rates, and all the connections you could want.
There's no drop in HDR support either, so you get the dynamic images of Dolby Vision support, plus the webOS operating system has plenty of apps that support this, including Netflix and Apple TV. Other UK catch-up services are present, as is Freeview Play and Amazon Prime Video, though the HDR10+ support of the latter can't be used, because the TV itself doesn't support it.
However, the sound has definitely been skimped on in this TV, to save money. But that's fine – you don't have to spend much at all on one of the best soundbars to compensate.
The 55-inch version of this TV has occasionally to just over the £1,000 mark, which is superb value for a future-proof set. But we've picked the 65-inch version because it's the best-value big OLED we've seen so far – it's often available for £1,699, which just about edges out other budget OLEDs at the time of writing.
9. Panasonic TX-58GX800
A great 4K OLED TV for cinematic performance
Reasons to buy
Reasons to avoid
This is one of Panasonic's more budget-focused TVs, but you'd be hard-pressed to convince anyone who sees it of that. Not only does it offer colourful, precise visuals from 4K sources, it has every HDR base covered, so it's always eking the most out of every shot.
Of course, being a less expensive LED TV, you won't hit the spectacular bright highs on offer from the likes of the Samsung Q90R that tops our list, but what you see is still rich and exciting.
Processing is strong for motion control, which makes this an especially good buy for sports fans, though upscaling from HD isn't its strongest suit (though it certainly isn't bad), so there are other options at a similar price range that are better for that – our list of the best TVs under £1000 goes into more detail.
58 inches isn't a very common size at the moment, but expect to see it become more common in the future – it's only a little physically larger than 55 inches, but feels like a nice extra size upgrade. And here, it gives you a superb amount of real estate for the money.
10. Samsung UE43RU7020
The best TV you can get for under £500
Reasons to buy
Reasons to avoid
Though this is as affordable as Samsung TVs get, you won't feel like it's been neglected in any way – the plastic build feels perfectly premium, there's support for HDR10+ advanced HDR, and the software is essentially the same as that on higher-end models, including wide support for streaming and catch-up services, including Netflix, Apple TV (with AirPlay 2), Amazon Prime Video, and loads more.
And, crucially, the image quality also surpasses what you'd expect for the price – everything looks sharp and detailed, and it even does a damn good job of upscaling from HD, so if you tend to rely on watching non-4K stuff (which is most of it still, after all), you really won't feel like you got a budget TV here.
As an added bonus, it has a tiny 10ms response time, which means it's a great choice for gaming.
T3's TV buying tips
So you've read your rundown of the best TVs to buy and you've hopefully settled on a choice. But perhaps you have a few more questions? Our in-depth guide to buying a TV should have all the answers you need, or you can peruse the truncated version below…
Should I upgrade my HD TV to a 4K TV?
Yes, definitely (although, to be fair, if you buy a new TV that's what you're going to get whether you like it or not).
The resolution of 4K/Ultra HD is four times higher than Full HD, at 3840x2160. It means a far more detailed picture, with content requiring a lot more bandwidth and storage space. 4K TVs tend to be good at upscaling HD video to Ultra HD, and native 4K content is now widely available from a variety of sources.
Our advice? Replace your HD screen with a larger 4K UHD model to really enjoy the resolution benefit. Similarly, buy a larger 8K TV than your 4K screen, if you're stepping up again.
What types of TV display can I choose from?
The lighting on OLED (organic light emitting diode) TVs is achieved by passing an electric current through an emissive, electroluminescent film. This technique produces beautiful colour and high contrast and also enables screens to be extremely thin and flexible. LG Display is the only supplier of 4K OLED screens to mainstream TV manufacturers, meaning they all use the same panels, but picture processors and implementation all vary, so you can still expect differences between brands.
Quantum Dot/QLED
Samsung is the leading exponent of QLED, a variant of LED LCD display technology that uses a highly efficient Quantum Dot filter that increases brightness and colour volume. QLED screens with a full array backlight offer the best performance when it comes to HDR peak brightness and LCD black level control.
LED TV: Direct LED
Sometimes called FALD (Full Array Local Dimming), these displays are backlit by an array of LEDs (light emitting diodes) directly behind the screen. This enables localised dimming – meaning immediately adjacent areas of brightness and darkness can be displayed more effectively – and greatly improves contrast.
LED TV: Edge LED
With these Edge LED TVs, the LEDs of the backlight are mounted along the edges of the panel. This arrangement enables radically slender displays, but can't achieve the same picture quality as directly lit LED sets. However, Edge LED displays do come in far cheaper which is why the more budget LED TVs out there use this technology.
What should I look for when I'm buying a TV?
Here are some of the things we look for when we review a TV screen, so you should, too...
Contrast: Bright whites shouldn't have any signs of green, pink or blue in them, while blacks should look solid and not washed out, grey, green or blue.
Colours: Look at how bright and solid they are; how noiseless their edges are; how 'dotty' richly saturated areas are and how natural skin looks, especially in dim scenes.
Fine detail: How much texture does the screen give? Does a tree look like a green lump, or can you see the individual leaves?
Edges: Check for ghosting, bright halos and jaggedness, especially around curves.
Motion: Check moving objects and quick camera pans for smearing or blurring, trailing, jerkiness and fizzing dotty noise.
Image artefacts: Look for blockiness, colour bands, grain, smearing, dot crawl: anything that looks like it's added by the TV's picture processing engine.
What about TV sound?
To provide the best audio to complement the pictures, your TV should be hooked up to a separate audio system, be it soundbar or home cinema separates, but this isn't always an option. So, here's what we listen for when testing a TV's speakers:
Bass: Deep, rounded rumbles that don't cause the set to rattle or speakers to distort cramp or overwhelm the rest of the sound; but that expand when needed.
Vocals: Voices should sound open, rich and clear, not boxed in, nasal or thin.
Trebles: Treble effects should sound clean, rounded and smooth in loud scenes and shouldn't dominate the soundstage.
Soundstage width/depth: A good TV should throw the sound away from the TV, to the sides, forward and back, to give an extra dimension to what's on screen, without losing any coherence.
How many HDMI sockets do you need?
For a living room TV you should be looking for a minimum of three HDMI inputs, but ideally four if you want to attach a set-top box as well as games consoles, Blu-ray player and media streamer.
Do you want to hang your TV on the wall?
Most flatscreens adhere to the VESA mounting standard, so finding a wall mount that fits should be straightforward. Ensure that the wall in question is strong enough for your large flatscreen. Don't make the mistake of fixing your wall mount too high (above a fireplace is usually a bad idea). The panel should be in your eye line when sitting at seat or sofa level. Watched from an angle, screens can appear to lose contrast and colour.


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Umpires Selected for 2015 Little League World Series
May 15, 2015 04:40PM
By Kevin
- Jeff Berryman (Shallowater, Texas)
- Edaine Cannister (Willemstad, Curacao)
- Robert Christman (Ione, Calif.)
- Douglas Coon (Unionville, Mich.)
- John Dowdy (Irvine, Calif.)
- Terry Falgout (Beaumont, Texas)
- William Finley (Portland, Maine)
- Jeffrey Holliday (Catskill, N. Y.)
- Tom Kowalik (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada)
- James Lenas (Seminole, Fla.)
- Bill McKinney (Centreville, Va.)
- Thomas Reynolds (Wharton, N.J.)
- John Sapien (Corrales, N.M.)
- Jamie Sims (Beaverton, Ore.)
- Judd Thompson (Rapid City, S.D.)
- Guy Vilt (Bradenton, Fla.)
About Little League®
Little League® Baseball and Softball is the world's largest organized youth sports program, with 2.4 million players and one million adult volunteers in every U.S. state and more than 80 other countries. Founded in 1939, more than 35 million people around the world, from a U.S. president to community leaders to professional athletes, can call themselves Little League graduates. And every year, millions of people follow the hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship that the Little Leaguers display at our nine baseball and softball World Series events, the premier tournaments in youth sports. For more information, visit LittleLeague.org, or follow Little League on Facebook (facebook.com/LittleLeague), Twitter (twitter.com/LittleLeague), and Instagram (Instagram.com/LittleLeague).


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Two of the jammiest jam bands in America took to the stage on Thursday night at Red Rocks to extend the Independence Day celebrations. (And Umphrey's McGee will be there for shows on Friday and Saturday nights!)
It's not the lyrics that pull you in; it's the sweet grooves and righteous beats of skillful artists that got listeners up on their feet for swaying and rocking to the cadence. Out of Chicago, Umphrey's McGee played two sets to kickoff a three night stint at the historic Red Rocks venue. Playing their Rock, Jam Band, Jazz Fusion, Funk Rock, Umphrey's McGee did not disappoint their excited fans.
Playing songs from their rich history and from their newest release, it's you(iTunes), Umphrey's McGee had Brendan Bayliss on guitar and vocals, Jake Cinninger on guitar and vocals, Joel Cummins on keyboards and vocals, Andy Farag on percussion, Kris Myers on drums and vocals, and Ryan Stasik on bass. Check www.umphreys.com for more information.
See more pics on the slideshow.
Dodging rain drops as the concertgoers found their seats, or rather, individual dance floors, impassioned followers were happily surprised as the sun beamed down as Lotus took the stage to open the night. Hailing from Indiana, Lotus embraced the sunshine as they powered their Rock, Electronic, Post-Rock, Jam Band, Electro sounds.
Lotus featured Mike Greenfield on drums, Jesse Miller on bass and sampler, Luke Miller on guitar and keys, Chuck Morris on percussion, and Mike Rempel on guitar. Follow Lotus at www.lotusvibes.com. See more pics on the slideshow.
The Record Company and Papadosio will be opening for Umphrey's McGee for the next two night at Red Rocks.
Read more about Umphrey's McGee here.
Rage Rocks 2018; Lettuce, The Floozies, The Funk Hunters, Jaw Gems


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Ford Transit 4×4 Conversions
At ExpoVans we believe that the new Ford Transit is the future of overlanding expedition vans. From the roof height and wheelbase configurations, to the powerplant choices available, to the nationwide dealer service network, the Transit is a phenomenal platform to build your expedition-ready vehicle off of.
To add to the Transit's already impressive capabilities, ExpoVans is proud to offer our in-house designed 4×4 conversion featuring both high and low range 4-wheel drive, increased suspension travel and excellent on & off-road ride & handling characteristics. Our conversions are also completely integrated into the factory electronic driving aids so all of the vehicle systems work as they would in a stock vehicle. Some of the key features of our conversion which set us apart from the rest:
- Atlas II 2spd manual transfer case; 2wd and 4wd high range plus 4wd low range. (Electronic-shift-on-the-fly option in future)
- Fully remanufactured OEM Ford Raptor 8.8″ front differential assembly with Torsen (4.10 gearing)
- Wilwood 6piston front calipers on 14″ slotted/vented rotors
- Ford F-Series Super Duty front end components
- High strength axles and Warn manual locking hubs
- Conversion to common F-Series Super Duty 8x170mm wheel bolt pattern for better wheel fitment options
- Custom independent front suspension with Fox or Bilstein coilovers
- Optional ARB rear air locker or limited slip differential (4.10 gearing)
- OEM Ford F150 rear calipers on 13″ slotted/vented rotors, with electronic e-brake
- Custom rear springs and custom tuned rear Fox or Bilstein shocks
- Tire sizes up to 33″ tall
Currently in development. For more info or to be placed on our Transit 4WD mailing list for updates, please contact us
ExpoVans Ford Transit interiors
Our interior conversions for the Transit include the same obsessive attention to detail as found in our 4WD conversion packages. Using only the highest-grade materials and components, we design our interiors to be lightweight, purposeful and enduring. Our 3D CAD-designed modules are also produced using high-tech manufacturing methods to ensure an accurate fit and a long service life. We have multiple seat & bed combinations, our cabinet units have modern designs, and we enjoy working with clients on unique finishes such as counter surfaces, fabrics and colors to help personalize their van.
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How to Choose a Cybersecurity Suite
If you only accomplish one goal for your personal and professional peace of mind this year, make it implementing cybersecurity protection on all of your devices. While you could piece together different software and online apps, utilizing a security suite can make the process easier. To get started, check out these recommendations from PCMag.com.
Cybersecurity suites offer all-around protection
If you are ready to go beyond a simple antivirus program, a security suite that integrates antivirus protection, a firewall, a spam filter, ransomware blocking, and other features is ideal.
There are many security companies that offer suites with a full complement of cybersecurity protection. PCMag.com has tested their recommended apps extensively, but you'll also want to do your own research based on the unique needs of your business and your personal device usage.
Basic vs. advanced security suites
In general, there are three levels of security products: 1) a standalone antivirus utility, 2) an entry-level security suite, and 3) an advanced suite with additional features.
Most entry-level suites include antivirus software, a firewall, anti-spam utilities, parental control, and additional privacy protection such as phishing site protection. The advanced suites typically have all of the above plus a backup component and some form of system tune-up utility. They may also have password managers and other security extras.
The suites that are mentioned below are great for personal protection, and you can definitely use them in a small business. Keep in mind, however, that as your company grows, you may need to switch to a software as a service (SaaS) system, which allows an administrator to monitor and manage security for a network of computers.
Antivirus protection: A system such as Windows Defender Security Center (which is built into Windows 10) offers antivirus protection as well as managing the software's firewall and other security features. A platform-based antivirus system like this is usually adequate for personal use when paired with other apps for a full complement of protection. For most businesses, however, it can't replace a full-scale security suite, so be sure to add additional protection as outlined below.
Firewall choices: Typical personal firewalls offer two-prong protection: 1) they monitor all network traffic to prevent inappropriate access from outside the network and 2) they keep tabs on running applications to make sure they don't abuse your network connection. The built-in Windows Firewall handles monitoring traffic but doesn't include program control. A few security suites skip the firewall component, figuring that Windows Firewall already does the most essential firewall tasks, so be sure to check out the features of any firewalls you install.
Spam squelchers: Spam messages in your inbox are annoying. Most email providers understand this and offer some sort of filter to reduce the number of spam messages that make it into your regular email. If yours doesn't, consider using a cybersecurity suite that does, as well as one that integrates with your email program.
Phishing and privacy protection: Even the best antivirus protection can't shield you from fraudulent websites trying to trick you into giving away your security credentials. Phishing sites often disguise themselves as a bank, auction sites or online game websites. When you enter your username and password, though, your account is instantly compromised. Some cybersecurity suites offer additional alarm-based protection for user-defined sensitive data, credit cards, bank accounts, and other financial information. There are also suites that contract with third-party companies to offer credit protection.
Suites streamline security: Aside from the obvious benefit of more robust protection, another reason to use a cybersecurity suite is that it will provide a more streamlined approach to security. An integrated suite generally uses fewer processes and less of your system's resources to do its job. (Aside from the obvious benefit of more robust protection, another reason to use a cybersecurity suite is that it will provide a more streamlined approach to security).
Backup utilities: Having a backup of all your files is the ultimate security protection. This means that even if ransomware destroys your data, you can still restore it from backup. Some cybersecurity suites include it in their entry-level product, but many times it is considered an advanced (and more expensive) offering. Be sure to look at the product you are purchasing so you know if it includes online file storage and/or the ability to make local backups. (It is important to ensure that if you use both Windows and macOS that you protect them both).
Mac and iOS Security: While we have focused predominantly on the Windows operating system, we can't ignore Mac users when it comes to cybersecurity. In fact, there are many cross-platform multi-device suites that offer one source of protection for all your devices. That said, you typically don't get as many features on macOS. This is because many companies just offer a Mac antivirus system rather than a full suite. It is important to ensure that if you use both Windows and macOS that you protect them both.
As for iPhones and other iOS devices, Apple's built-in security features can make it challenging for both malware coders and antivirus programmers. Many cross-platform suites simply skip iOS protection or only offer a bare-bones experience. Given the platform's intrinsic security, it rarely makes sense to expend one of your program licenses installing protection on an iPhone.
Start your cybersecurity protection planning now
Regardless of whether you need personal or business protection or which operating system you use, take the time now to put a plan together to protect all of your devices from cyber threats. The sooner you do, the less risk there is of falling victim to cybercrime.


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By this time tomorrow I'll be a very happy or very nervous man, depending on my own perceived performance on the exam.
I am somewhat confident, especially as it relates to the oral exam but who knows i might freeze up at the last minute and blow everything. The written exam is what i am mostly worried about so I am focusing more on remembering about 30 Kanji we learnt this term as well as other lessons. I plan to study until late tonight and to skip work tomorrow to get my mind free and ready for the test.
I can do it, I will pass is what i'll be saying in my sleep tonight.


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Bangladesh/India: Fani leaves at least 33 people dead as of May 4 /update 7
Cyclone Fani leaves at least 33 people dead in India and Bangladesh as of May 4; lingering disruptions expected in affected areas over the coming days as recovery efforts continue
Read all related news alert(s):
India/Bangladesh: Power outages persist from Cyclone Fani in Odisha May 13 /update 10
India/Bangladesh: Train disruptions persist as Fani recover efforts continue May 6 /update 9
Bangladesh/India: Recovery efforts ongoing as of May 5 /update 8
India/Bangladesh: Cyclone Fani makes landfall in Odisha state May 3 /update 5
India/Bangladesh: Tropical Cyclone Fani to hit Odisha state May 3 /update 4
India/Bangladesh: Fani to skirt along coast before landfall near Kolkata May 4 /update 3
India/Bangladesh: Cyclone Fani forecast to hit Kolkata May 4 /update 2
India/Bangladesh: Cyclone to move along Bay of Bengal coast Apr. 30-May 5 /update 1
India: Cyclone to head toward southeast India April 27
India/Bangladesh: Cyclone Fani weakens as it moves through West Bengal May 4 /update 6
Cyclone Fani left at least 33 people dead across affected areas of India and Bangladesh as of Saturday, May 4. The storm, which made landfall near Puri (Odisha state, India) on Friday, May 3, left at least 16 people dead across Odisha state and some 116 others injured; Fani also left at least 17 people dead and 63 others injured in Bangladesh. Flight operations have reportedly resumed at Kolkata's Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) and Bhubaneswar's Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) as of May 4.
Though the initial death toll has remained low compared to that of previous cyclones which hit the region due to massive evacuation efforts, widespread material damages have been reported in areas in the path of the storm. Infrastructure was particularly damaged in Odisha state, notably including in Puri and Bhubaneswar, with widespread reports of damages to houses, as well as power outages, interruptions to water supply, and fallen trees obstructing roads. West Bengal state, also in Fani's path, evaded significant damages. The 1.2 million people in India who were evacuated from areas threatened by Fani are expected to return home over the coming days as recovery efforts continue.
Some 2200 homes were destroyed by Fani in Bangladesh and 11,000 others were damaged; however, concerns of a "major disaster" in Bangladesh have generally subsided as of Saturday, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, and most people who were evacuated have returned home with no significant damages reported to critical infrastructure.
As of Saturday evening (local time), May 4, the India Meteorological Department forecast that former Cyclone Fani would further weaken to a well-marked low-pressure area on Sunday, May 5. Further heavy rainfall may cause flooding in low-lying areas in northeastern India over the coming hours and days. Lingering flooding and storm-related damages may result in continuing transportation disruptions and inhibit recovery efforts in areas affected by the storm. Power outages may also continue to affect areas hit by Fani over the coming hours and days.
Individuals in affected areas are advised to monitor local weather reports, anticipate severe weather conditions and associated disruptions to the power supply, telecommunications, and transportation, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities. Remember that walking or driving through running water can be dangerous - 15 cm (6 in) is enough to knock over an adult - and that floodwater may contain wastewater and chemical products; all items having come into contact with floodwater should be disinfected and all foodstuffs discarded.
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Foul smelling , acrid smoke from a fire approximately 25 metres across was found to be coming from the landfill site and was reported by a member of the public to the fire services at 6:15 in the morning on Sunday 1st September. Crews from the three local fire stations attended, together with a water carriers from Royal Wootton Bassett and Ramsbury.
Hills Waste Solutions' employees were present to help the fire services bringing the fire under control. The landfill site was not open at the time of the fire. No-one was hurt due to the fire and there was no damage to personal property. The landfill site was open for business on Monday morning and the recycling centre was open as usual. The cause of the fire is not known and will be a matter for investigation.
There was a fire on the site in May 2018 when a load of landfill refuse on an incoming vehicle was believed to be on fire when it arrived on site. We will watch for further press released once the cause has been established for this.
On Facebook, former high sheriff of Wiltshire and resident of the Compton Bassett, Mrs Nicky Alberry, thanked Calne Fire Station for their quick work and said the 'smell of the smoke was horrible'.
It was wiped out by the Victorians who just absolutely had to have a stuffed Bustard on their mantelpiece - there is also significant competition as to who shot the last one - not a great honour, in my opinion.
It was wiped out by the Victorians who just absolutely had to have a stuffed Bustard on their mantelpiece - there is also significant competition as to who shot the last one - not a great honour, in my opinion.
David Waters is currently trying to re-introduce them into the wild on Salisbury plain but is hampered by the fact that they were missed off the UK indigenous species list by mistake so there are significant issues regarding the introduction of a "foreign" species.
So far David Waters has won over the British, Russian and EU bureaucracies - he has successfully imported live chicks from Russia and eggs from Spain and the Great Bustard population on Salisbury plain is now close to being self sustaining.
However, David Waters desperately needs financial support - if anyone would be willing to join the Wiltshire Great Bustard Group as a member please go to http://greatbustard.org/ and join - it would help enormously.
Strong opposition to the plans, lead by pressure group Calne & District SOS was based on their opposition to the projected 39% increase of commercial vehicle movements around Calne and the surrounding villages if the project went ahead. This could have a detrimental affect on the air quality in the area from the inevitable increase in vehicle generated pollution.
Jennie Brooks, of the 400-strong Calne & District SOS, told Wiltshire Council's strategic planning committee on Wednesday, �This lack of regard for our homes, our families, our health and our businesses is not acceptable."
"The effect on the amenity of residents in Lower Compton, Oxford Road and Sand Pit Road from the relentless daily HGV movements will be damaging to health, property and homes for many years to come and could expose the council to potential future litigation."
However Hills arguments proved to be more convincing and the planning authority gave the five consents being sought by Hills for the site.
Hills are currently being a little guarded in the celebration of their victory saying that the planning consents may be the subject of a judicial review.
In a statement Mike Hill, chief executive of the Hills Group said, �Hills is pleased that the planning authority has recognised the strategic importance of the Sands Farm and Lower Compton sites in the delivery of waste and recycling services to the residents of Wiltshire and the two sites� wider benefit to the local economy."
�We look forward to working with the planning authority and other agencies in the implementation of these permissions and will keep local residents updated as the project progresses.�
An application for a diversion order has been made for the bridleway or Brown Track near Freeth Farm to facilitate, the as yet contested, planning applications for extensive gravel and sand extraction on land surrounding Freeth Farm and Freeth Cottages.
The application has been made to divert two sections of bridleway as shown in the two maps attached here as PDF files. The diversion to the south route will go through ground which will be beside an area destined to become and active quarry if permission is granted and will be below the water table levels in winter. This will render the proposed route to be potentially unuseable in winter weather by any of sound and reasoned mind! The application is made for a "temporary" diversion but the question is how will it ever be reverted to its ancient track status when the route will then go through a disused quarry with whatever measures will be implimented to reinstate the land.
You are allowed to object to this application in whatever terms you wish to use. We have attached here a suggested letter of objection which you may wish to use to send to send to Ms. Ali Roberts before 12th July. For a lengthy but well considered email urging the rejection of this application I have also attached, for your information, the email sent by Graham Bennett, Bridleway Officer (Legal), British Horse Society, Wiltshire.
Julian Barlow, after his recent diagnosis with type 2 diabetes has joined forces with 5 times Olympic gold medal winner and fellow diabetes sufferer Sir Steve Redgrave, to promote awarenes of the disease and its affect on sight in a nationwide campaign during National Diabetes Week in June.
Julian has worked with Sir Steve since 2000 and earlier this year became his agent and manager working particularly on health-related sponsorship programmes and recently enrolling him as a Specsavers ambassador. Julian said: 'Sir Steve is still one of just a handful of athletes to have competed at a senior level in an endurance sport, in spite of being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.'
'Last year I was also diagnosed with diabetes by my local GP. This gave me a much better understanding of the challenges sufferers face, and off the back of that we decided to pursue a partnership with Specsavers to encourage people to get regular eye tests."
'Sight loss is one complication associated with diabetes, but as well as monitoring general eye health, the test can also act as a form of early diagnosis for optical retinopathy.'
Sir Steve said, 'I have worked all over Europe with Julian, especially in relation to raising awareness of diabetes and how important it is to integrate its management into your life. Now that he has been diagnosed himself he has given a new perspective on the disease and has been able to identify the most appropriate partners as we move towards national diabetes awareness week in June.'
There were 497 letters of objection to the initial application, so If you also wish to object to this revised application, please feel free to do so and we have attached here a pro-forma letter that you may wish to use. But please follow your own conscience with what ever response you may wish to make.
The two images here are taken around The Freeth and you may wish to savour them for a moment. The top image of a field of barley gently ripening in the early summer sun will mostly be replaced by a sand extraction pit and the small country lane in the second image will have large covered conveyer system running right through the middle of it taking the sand back to Lower Compton.
We have listed below the salient points contained in the pro-forma letter supplied to us by The Wiltshire Waste Alliance.
The landfill site at Lower Compton Bassett was well alight on the afternoon of Thursday 19th April.
Twelve engines were brought in from around the area plus water bowser support to bring the fire under control as it spread northwards into the latest active cell of landfill. With black smoke billowing across the sun and flames darting skyward the fire was getting dangerously out of control when the wind changed, blowing the smoke up over the Cherhill White Horse and the fire back over the ground it had already covered.
One machine operator was trapped in his cab by the fire and the first fire tender to arrive, based in Calne, worked hard to get him out of his cab and out of danger.
Although the fire had died down significantly, firefighters remained on the scene over night and three fire crews remain on site the following morning.
By the Friday morning the landfill site remained closed but the MRF (Materials Recycling Facility), the concrete batching plant and the household recycling centre were all open for business as normal.
Hills personell were working with the fire crews to spread clay based material ovr the fire to contain any remaining hotspots.
The fire was apparently started when waste material was tipped from one of the collection vehicles. Hills are still trying to assertain the exact source of the fire and have taken the opportunity to remind residents of the need to dispose of all their waste in a responsible manner.
More than 500 canoe teams from far and wide assembled in Devizes early on Good Friday morning to start the 70th anniversary event of the annual Devizes to Westminster canoe race. Due to the heavy rainfall on Friday and through Friday night raising the water levels on the waterways, the race had to end in Reading as it would be too dangerous to continue to Westminster.
The junior teams set off on Thursday but the main competitors set off from 7.00 am Good Friday morning. Claire Perry, the local MP was there to see the teams off, as was the town mayor Nigel Carter, together with a sizeable group of enthusiasts and supporters. Bridges and the canal tow path were used by small or large groups of supporters along the way.
The canal would take the competitors along a 52 mile stretch, encountering 57 locks to join the River Thames at Reading, passing through Pewsey, Hungerford and Newbury along the way. The River Thames section was cancelled, but would have passed through a further 24 locks and should have ended in Westminster having passed through Henley-on-Thames, Marlow and Kingston.
Roy Cooke had been part of the team to attempt to canoe along the River Avon from Pewsey to the sea at Christchurch in 1947. He then planned to attempt to get from Devizes to Westminster in less than 100 hours. At that time most of the canal was derelict but still held water but he was unable to make the attempt. A number of local people offered sponsorship if the Devizes Scouts could succeed in "taking a boat from Devizes to Westminster in under 100 hours, all food and camping kit to be carried in the boats". A group of four, all aged 17, attempted the route at Easter 1948. A large crowd gathering at Westminster Bridge to see the end of their journey, which was completed in 89 hours 50 minutes. Chippenham Sea Cadets attempted the route at Whitsun in 1948, and managed a better time of 75 hours 50 minutes. Several further attempts that year were thwarted by the amount of weed in the canal. In 1949, although no race had been organised, nearly 20 boats attempted the course at Easter, and although many failed to complete it, two crews representing Richmond Canoe Club completed it in 49 hours 32 minutes, and a team from Bristol Scouts managed 53 hours 10 minutes.
The rules were changed in 1971 so crews no longer had to carry "all food and camping kit". In 2000, Duncan Capps and Steve Baker set out to break the record, set in 1979, at 15 hours and 39 minutes. After a safety incident at Old Windsor weir the official race had been abandoned. The team removed their race numbers and informed the organisers that they were no longer their responsibility and kept going. Despite the delay whilst negotiating with the organisers, by the time they were joining the Thames they were back on schedule. News had got aroundof their efforts and many supporters were waiting for them at various points along the route. With heavy rain providing a good flow of water on the Thames, they picked up time all the way to Westminster. Their total time was 15hrs 17 mins 45secs, beating the previous record by more than 16 mins. This may have been unofficial as a race but is the benchmark to beat. But sadly, not this year!
Tick Awareness Week is raising awareness of the potential health hazards posed by the tiny, spider-like creatures
Ticks feed on the blood of animals and humans, and bites can transmit Lyme disease and threatenteir victims health. There are over 20 different ticks found in the UK but there is one that is more likely to bite humans, known as the sheep or deer tick and they can be infected with the bacterium that causes Lymes disease.
Together with the local councils, Public Health England have developed leaflets and posters with information on where ticks can be found, how to avoid them and what to do if you find them already embedded on your body or those of your pets. These will be circulated to local vets around Wiltshire.There is a useful FAQ section about ticks and what to do about themm on the Wiltshire Council web site at http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/public-health-infectious-diseases
The proposed £1.6 billion tunnelling of the A303 past Stonehenge is open to consultation where, as a, resident of Wiltshire you have the opportunity to make your voice heard over the whole project.
Since the announcement of the preferred route in September 2017, Highways England have been developing the scheme proposals to the stage where they would now welcome the public's views on the proposals. Hignways England are therefore holding a series of consultation events across Wiltshire which have now been extended because some of the consultation events had to be cancelled due the poor weather and the effects of `The Beast from the East`. You now have until midnight on 23rd April to have your say. You can view the detailed plans at the Library in either Devizes or Marlborough.
Feedback from this public consultation will help in the continued development of the scheme to the subission of the application for planning consent (known as a Development Consent Order) to the Planning Inspectorate.
Further information about the consultation and the response form to use to submit your feedback will be available on this page and on the consultation page.
You can also use the Highways England consultation page to submit your views via an online response form, or download a response form to fill in and post, free of charge.
The details are available for you to view at the public libraries in Devizes and Marlborough until 23rd April.
Deposit copies of consultation information, along with response forms to fill in and return by Freepost, will also be available throughout the local area. Details are available at the libraries.
This extended public consultation is the next step in the legal and planning process to apply for a Development Consent Order. For more information about this, see our handy guide to the planning process.
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Cutaneous Renal and Glomerular Vasculopathy (CRGV), commonly known as ?Alabama rot' is a disease that damages blood vessels in the skin and kidneys and can affect dogs of any breed, age or size. The disease was first identified in the USA in the late 1980s.
Many thousands of dogs are walked in the countryside every day with no problem but only a very small number of dogs have been affected. Case numbers have gone up recently; this may be only due a higher level of awareness of the disease.
Another dog has died in the area after falling victim to the condition dubbed 'Alabama Rot'
The dog, believed to have been from Foxham, was walked near RAF Lyneham, Canalside and Crudwell.
Dog owners have been warned to watch their pets carefully for signs of the disease.
To reduce the risk of the disease we are advised you should consider washing off woodland mud after walks, check for any signs of Alabama Rot (such as sores on paws or legs) and to contact your vet without delay should your dog exhibit any symptoms.
Symptoms of Alabama Rot include:
This latest case has renewed fears that the disease, which tends to hit during wet conditions and affects dogs which have been taken for walks in woodland, is making a comeback.
This latest outbreak was nearby but there have been several cases in the Wiltshire. According to a website set up by Vets4Pets to monitor the spread of the disease there have been five cases reported across the county.
Vets have warned the devastating condition can lead to a dog's flesh rotting - resulting in kidney failure, loss of appetite, tiredness and vomiting. Without urgent treatment, dogs develop a raging fever and can eventually die.
The latest figures were revealed via an online tool on the Vets4Pets website. By putting in your postcode, you can check whether there have been any new cases in your area.
The cause for Alabama rot has yet to be identified and dog owners are not currently being advised to avoid any particular locations, testing to date has not revealed whether there is an environmental trigger. No vaccination for Alabama rot is available.
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Young Tim who works with me was champing at the bit.
Seems he'd organised his holidays already with two weeks to go before he headed off camping with the wife and 3 billylids. Now why you'd be prepared to do that is probably something that shouldn't be discussed in this family publication as it would involve quite a few "what the --e-mail address hidden-- anyway, that's for another day.
So Young Tim packed the tents, checked the sleeping bags for leftover deposits the kids might have left last school hols, filled the gas bottle, got the clogging medicine organised in case of food issues and squirtybums and all the other little things that campers go through before they head off into the wild blue yonder. I'm not sure what those things would be since I've never been a camping type. Swag and a tarp is all I go with. And that generally leaves about a B-double of space for Skipper to include all the things he thinks we might need on two days away. Like four spare props, an angle grinder, and the complete works of Shakespeare. Leather bound. With three index volumes.
But Young Tim seems to need less than a container load. He reckons all he has to do now is pack the vehicle. But he's made a big mistake. He's made his move too early. There is a way to go about organising a trip, be it for camping, fishing or just a plain old western tour like the one the Dudds took last year out to Binbian. The way to go about it is to time the run perfectly.
There are always going to be stuff ups. It's part of life. Well it's definitely part of a Dudd's life. Things will happen, as Murphy said, at the worst possible time and in the worst possible place. And what you do by getting organised early is allow those stuff-ups more time to occur. Why give fate a head start?
But Young Tim does not have the life experience of us Dudds. There are few that do. We are a very calm and collected bunch; like those war veterans in the movies that have been on the frontline for months, and tell the new kid to put out his cigarette, just before the sniper puts a bullet through the tin mug the new kid is holding. Us Dudd's need to tell the new kids on the block, like Young Tim, how to get by on the front line of fishing and camping trips. Not that I'm comparing our life with that of a digger mind you. Don't get me wrong. What I mean is, we are in a position to help countless numbers of newbies with the problems and pitfalls of being over-organised. Or in fact being organised at all.
But it's one thing to tell 'em, and it's another thing to get 'em to take any notice. I haven't heard but I'm betting Young Tim scurried home from work to get the car packed, jammed everything in, including the three kids, and then either found the car wouldn't start, or that he'd locked the car keys in the house, or the house keys in the car, the car in the house or the kids in the… whatever.
He has to learn that you can't fool with nature, and you can't fool with Murphy. 'Man plans and God laughs' someone once wrote, and that applies most of all to fishing trips. Dudds fishing trips anyway.
But that's enough from me. I've got a fishing trip to organise. We're going to Cape York for three weeks, and the car is leaving in…let me see…seven minutes. Nah, I think I'll have a cuppa and a little lie down. Got five or maybe six minutes up my sleeve.Reads: 1147


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When to Call Roofing Contractors in Tulsa
If you need roof repair or if you're just thinking about getting a new roof, you need to talk with roofing contractors in Tulsa. They'll be able to provide you with options for different kinds of roofing. There are many different options for you to choose from. The options range from the very affordable asphalt shingles to the more expensive but more durable metal roofing options. There are many roofing options in between these two as well.
Hail Damage
One of the most common reasons that someone near you will call a roofing company such as Basey's Roofing is hail damage. Hail damage roof repair nearby is different for every type of roof you might need. Asphalt shingles are very resilient because they are flexible; however, hail can damage the parts of the roof that rest underneath the shingles. For a metal roof, the hail can scratch and dent the roof. Those scratches need to be repaired, especially if your roof is made of a ferrous metal. If your roof contains iron, those scratches will become places where your roof can rust.
Metal roofing services in your area can help repair your roof very quickly. You should speak with professionals near you about re-roofing as opposed to roof repair.
Replacing Your Roof
If you are talking with roofing contractors close to you, you might ask them about repairing or replacing your roof. If your roof has become damaged, you might actually save some money by replacing the roof entirely. Replacing the roof will give you a clean slate that will last for many years to come.
Roofing contractors near you will tell you how long you can expect each type of roof to last. Asphalt shingles are typically rated to last about a decade. Metal roofs can be rated to last for about a century if they're well-maintained by professionals.
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Where To Choose For Great Lengths Hair Extensions In Sheffield?
Great Lengths hair extensions are called the best hair in the world for a reason. The hair is 100% human or natural and each bunch has a guarantee of origin since they are sourced ethically. A patented protein bond is used in the hair so that it can survive all types of conditions without sustaining damage, pretty much how regular hair acts.
Hair salons that offer Great Lengths hair extensions have more than 50 colours that visitors can choose from so you can also find what you are looking for.
Great Lengths is the choice of celebrities, when a model or actress appears on the red carpet with a complete hair style change, you would not be surprised if many of them were wearing Great Lengths hair extensions.
So where do you find a Great Lengths approved salon? The easiest way of sourcing an approved salon is to look at Great Lengths website and all you do it put in the location that you are looking for and the salons will be listed.
To become an approved salon for Great Lengths hair, all stylists need to be trained to the highest standard and can only practice with Great Lengths once they are certified to do so. The training is intensive and can only be offered to trained and experienced stylists.
One such salon that offers these extensions is:
Unique of Sheffield
Founded in 1999, Unique of Sheffield is more than fifteen years old and it shows in the products they use and the services they offer. This includes Great Lengths hair extensions which are available in a wide range of colours and can be styled according to customer preferences. The salon has established a reputation has one of the best in Sheffield due to its experienced staff some of which have more than 3 decades of experience in hair styling.
Each staff member is trained by the best in the business such as Saks and Toni & Guy to name a few. They are also trained continuously in new styles, techniques and products so they remain current, which their clients appreciate. Unique of Sheffield is actually well known for the quality of its hair extensions which makes them a favourite with locals and those who travel from all across the UK especially to try out their services. This includes a range of straightening products that are considered the best in the market today.
Educating the users of hair extensions is a priority to ensure the client gets the best out of the hair. A lot of emphasis is made about after care, and a range of products are available to suit the clients lifestyle.


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SUSPIRIA. The original was so good they did it again. The reboot was so good we're talking about it again. We figured you had already heard a bit of what we had to say on it though, so this time around we brought back Quincy to add in her thoughts on this witchy tale. Which witch will weather our wit and wonder best when we wrestle with the layers of this film?
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Urban Artroom is a Swedish – art gallery that is dedicated exclusively to advancing street art, graffiti and the urban art scene to the new generation of art collectors. This is the only dedicated art gallery in Scandinavia for urban art. Urban Artroom works with marketing of street art using social selling platforms, online stores, TV channel as well as related businesses like art fairs, book publishing and event marketing for the Nordics and key art markets globally. Hampro is a major investor in urban artroom and one of our partners acts as chairman of the board. www.urbanartroom.se


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At FertilityStore.ie we are passionate about helping couples and individuals achieve their dream of becoming parents in the most natural way possible. The National Infertility Support & Information Group (NISIG) of Ireland states that the prevalence of infertility in Ireland affects 1 in 6 Irish couples. Indicating that from a population of over 4.5 million, 300,000 Irish couples deal with the emotional and social impact associated with their inability to conceive. The journey from ovulation to conception and beyond should be an exciting one, and at FertilityStore.ie we have sourced an extensive range of specifically chosen fertility products, treatments, tests and monitors to address all aspects of your fertility needs.
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On the 1st August Depression Alliance merged with Mind. Mind in Croydon is one of seven Local Mind Associations who will now deliver the Friends in Need service previously delivered by Depression Alliance. Depression Alliance's services are all rooted in peer support. Friends in Need was created by Depression Alliance. It is a supportive space that everyone living with depression can use to connect with others online or in their local area. Nationally, Mind will continue to deliver the Friends in Need online community. You may be familiar with the Friends in Need local wellbeing network – it provides face-to-face services for people with depression.
We would like to welcome Sarah Strong and Katie Oliver to the Mind in Croydon team.
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May 23, 2019
We are saddened to say that Jill R. Lane, our partner in Moses & Singer's Real Estate Group for more than 20 years, passed away on May 17, 2019. She was not yet 52. Jill was loved by everyone at Moses & Singer, as well as by her many clients and friends, and will be sorely missed. Jill fought a valiant and courageous fight against cancer, which took her away too soon from her successful career and three children, who she adored.
Jill joined Moses & Singer in 1997 and specialized in buying, financing, selling and leasing of all types of commercial real estate. Jill had an emphasis on commercial leasing and acquisition and sale transactions for financial institutions. In particular, she represented Deutsche Bank, UBS and Schwab in the owning and leasing of their offices and retail spaces throughout the country. Many of these transactions were for major urban headquarters, regional campuses and trophy properties. Others involved especially complex transactions, such as data centers or disaster recovery centers. To prove a point, last year Jill handled the largest lease done in Manhattan, for more than 1 Million square feet.
She was always up to a challenge and approached everything with confidence and good spirits, and with a smile. She was not just a superb technical lawyer, but more importantly, she was a trusted advisor and counselor to clients in their important decisions, and she also formed close personal relationships with them. Her clients were not only the large companies, but also the fellow lawyers at Moses & Singer who depended on her for real estate advice in their own practices, and with whom she also formed close personal ties.
Jill was not only an effective attorney, but she was highly efficient. Today, while so many struggle to attain work-life balance, Jill was able to successfully achieve both. Long before it was common, Jill worked from home two days a week, enabling her to work full-time throughout her career and raise three children.
Jill was also a leader as a woman in the sometime rough world of real estate, where she often was forced to prove herself. Jill often was the only woman at the table, surrounded by men. Jill's competence and determination made it impossible to dismiss her. By the time a deal was over, Jill had not only won her points but also the respect and admiration of others around the table.
Jill attended University of Miami Law School, and earned her college degree at the University of Florida.


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The Black Dodge from John Struyer and Rien "The Godfather" Overkamp from TeamASC.
From build up to finish! The story of the 159,8dB car with only 8 of the 16 Amps used! Vice European Champion of 2004 Superstreet 3-4 dB-drag.Installing all 16x MTX TH81000D amps and 2x MTX LSX-2 x-overs and batteries. Installing a 300kg steal skeleton for the Sub enclosure made from 10cm thick MDF. Ending with the install of 4x MTX T9515-44 Superwoofers and a lighted MTX Audio sign (under the amps in the back of the car).
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