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ITV1's The Jeremy Kyle Show has been condemned as a "human form of bear baiting" by a judge after a guest on the programme today became the first person convicted of assault on a British talk show.
Manchester district judge Alan Berg made his comments after security guard David Staniforth, 45, was fined £300 plus £60 costs for headbutting bus driver Larry Mahoney during a row on stage.
Mr Staniforth had been on the daytime show to describe how Mr Mahoney, 39, had an affair with his wife Jennifer, 42, after moving into their home as a lodger.
As the pair squared up to one another on stage, Mr Staniforth was filmed headbutting his rival, leaving him with blood pouring out of his nose. The footage was not broadcast by ITV.
Mr Staniforth later claimed he only lashed out because he had become emotional at seeing his wife again and was furious at seeing Mr Mahoney as well as being criticised by Kyle during filming at the Granada TV studios in Manchester earlier this year. Sentencing Mr Staniforth, Mr Berg was scathing about the programme, which is aired from 9.25am on weekday mornings on ITV1.
"It seems to me that the whole purpose of the Jeremy Kyle show is to effect a morbid and depressing display of dysfunctional people who are in some kind of turmoil," said Mr Berg.
"It is for no more and no less than titillating members of the public who have nothing better to do with their mornings than sit and watch this show which is a human form of bear baiting which goes under the guise of entertainment.
"The people responsible for this, namely the producers, should in my opinion be in the dock with you, Mr Staniforth."
Giving evidence, Mr Staniforth also claimed to have been duped by the production team into appearing on the show.
"The producer said to me that he had spoken to my wife and there might be a chance of a reconciliation," he told the court.
"I felt I was manipulated into appearing on the show in an attempt to reconcile with my wife which I think was said now as just a ploy to get me on the show.
"My opinion is that they wanted to boost the ratings and were short of guests. Jeremy Kyle was very rude to me - he believed everything that my wife said - even though he didn't know me. He was rude and he called me 'Davey boy' which given his position I think was rude.
"Then when Larry came out I had no intention of getting up but he started pointing me and shouting and before I knew it I was on my feet and I headbutted him."
An ITV spokeswoman defended the show, insisting: "The programme provides an opportunity for people to resolve pre-existing disputes and personal issues on neutral territory, with the offer of counselling, mediation and support which is ongoing following their appearances."
The network took the safety and wellbeing of studio guests "extremely seriously" and always stressed that violence would not be tolerated, the spokeswoman said.
"In relation to this regrettable incident, studio security staff reacted as swiftly as possible to defuse the situation. We ensured that those involved had access to the appropriate care, and the producers cooperated fully with the subsequent police investigation."
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A leading Apple analyst has claimed the new technology featured on the iPhone X is years ahead of any Android device.
KGI's Ming-Chi Kuo saythat Apple's facial recognition will not be replicated for around two and half years by Android devices.
Face ID and other iPhone X features were launched last month by Phil Schiller, Apple's senior vice president of worldwide marketing.
The new iPhone X has the facial recognition known as Face ID which simply unlocks the device by scanning the owner's face.
What makes this unique is that it uses Apple's TrueDepth camera to scan the face in 3D, far more secure than the 2D versions which can be deceived with photographs.
Ming-Chi Kuo is so impressed by the new system that he feels confident that many existing Android users will shift towards the iPhone, simply because of Face ID.
He did however raise concerns about whether Apple would be able to satisfy demand with the new iPhone X, claiming that the production process was very complicated so matching demand might be difficult.
The result is that those who don't pre-order the device may have weeks or even months to wait before they receive their new smartphone
However, according to Apple website 9to5Mac, Kuo said the "outlook for 2018-2019 iPhone growth is still positive".
"He adds an estimate that Android devices are now likely 1.5-2.5 years behind Apple when it comes to matching its TrueDepth camera experience.
"If this pans out, this could put Apple in a better position to continue its iPhone growth by giving users more reason to switch from Android."


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Brackley Community Poppy Project
Earlier in the year, when Councillors agreed to adopt the idea of a 'Poppy Mile' for this special centenary year, we had no idea that the residents' efforts would result in the spectacle that it has.
Our first idea of planting poppies proved to be problematic – they don't generally flower in November! A change of plan was called for and, in late spring, a call went out for volunteers to knit, sew, crochet, or make by any means, poppies for a display in the town centre, and that is exactly what over 245 volunteers, who contributed to the project, have done.
The Knit & Natter Group have been doing just that, projects started in some of our residential homes (courtesy of Borras Construction Ltd who provided the wool), schools have made pompoms, the Brownies and Rainbows have made felt poppies and in homes across the town, and beyond, poppies have been knitted and crocheted in their thousands. We had some made in the USA, some in France and a great many produced outside of Brackley.
For a week, the lower hall in the Town Hall was home to a 'sewing bee' made up of further volunteers sewing the poppies onto netting to create the grand finale. With the help of the Council's Groundsmen, swags of poppies are draped the height of the Town Hall, with the new steps featuring further cascade of poppies. The bollards and lamp posts all have smart red collars, and the picket fencing protecting the swags has felt poppies to finish off the display. Thank you to all of our residents who contributed, time, effort and materials - 10,245 poppies, produced with love, to remember the fallen in this very special year.
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MEPs back 35 pct CO2 emissions cuts for trucks by 2030
(STRASBOURG) - The EU Parliament has backed plans for lorries to cut CO2 emissions by 2030, adopting a higher target (35%) than the Commission (30%) for new lorries to reduce the EU's greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.
In their resolution, MEPs backed an intermediate target of 20% by 2025. Manufacturers will also have to ensure that zero- and low-emission vehicles (which emit at least 50% fewer emissions) represent a 20% market share of the sales of new ones by 2030, and 5% by 2025.
Before 2020, MEPs are asking the European Commission to come up with plans for a real-world CO2 emissions test for on-road emissions.
Heavy-duty vehicles are responsible for around a quarter of CO2 emissions from road transport in the EU. Without further action, their emissions are expected to grow due to increasing road transport volumes.
MEPs acknowledge that a 'socially acceptable and balanced transition to zero-emission mobility' requires changes throughout the automotive value chain, with a possible negative social impact.
They therefore ask that the EU assist workers in the sector learning new skills and reallocating, particularly in regions and communities most affected by the transition.
For its 2022 report, the Commission is asked to consider assessing CO2 emissions produced by heavy-duty vehicles during their full life-cycle, and propose, if necessary, reporting obligations for manufacturers.
"We are regulating the CO2 emissions of heavy-duty vehicles for the first time in European history," said Parliament's rapporteur Bas Eickhout MEP: "The sector is growing fast and so are its emissions. We agreed to raise the ambition compared to what the Commission is proposing, which is possible with the existing technologies. We also need to prepare for new ones, and this is why we are proposing this zero- and low-emission mandate, to push the market into new technologies".
Heavy-duty vehicles are responsible for 27 % of road transport CO2 emissions and almost 5 % of EU greenhouse gas emissions (2016 data). Since 1990, heavy-duty vehicle emissions have increased by 25 % – mainly as a result of an increase in road freight traffic – and, in the absence of new policies, they are projected to increase further.
Following the vote, MEPs will now enter into negotiations with the Council of Ministers.
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Make Ahead Tips You can combine the crème fraîche and dill, season to taste, and refrigerate this mixture for up to 1 day, tightly covered.
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- 1/2 cup crème fraîche
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- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- One-half medium English cucumber
- 8 large slices pumpernickel bread, each cut into four 2-inch triangles
- 1/4 lb. thinly sliced cold-smoked salmon, cut into 16 pieces
- In a small bowl, mix the crème fraîche with the dill and season to taste with salt and pepper. Peel the cucumber. Then, using the peeler, shave 16 wide strips from several sides of the cucumber (discard the seed core). In a medium bowl, toss the cucumber strips with 1/4 tsp. salt and let sit until softened, about 10 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels. Spread the creme fraiche generously on one side of each bread triangle (you may not use it all). Top half of the triangles with a folded cucumber strip, a curl of the salmon, and a grind of black pepper. Set the remaining bread on top and serve.
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- Calories86
- Carbohydrates6 g(2%)
- Fat5 g(8%)
- Protein4 g(9%)
- Saturated Fat2 g(11%)
- Sodium192 mg(8%)
- Polyunsaturated Fat1 g
- Fiber1 g(3%)
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Over 1,600 Exhibitors Under One Roof
Provides Business-Building Forum
As 2015 quickly comes to a close and the New Business Year approaches, NSSF representatives say the 2016 SHOT Show — which runs for four days from January 19–22 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas — will once again be a show that's "Too Good To Miss."
"The SHOT Show gets better every year because we're focused on continuously improving the experience," said Steve Sanetti, president and CEO of NSSF. "As a result, for 30 years running, the SHOT Show has proven it's the single best way for retailers and range operators to network and learn. They can attend educational seminars to keep them on top of all the trends affecting their businesses. And there's the driving dynamic of having more than 1,600 exhibitors under one roof showcasing the newest and best-selling products in firearms, ammunition and the vast array of shooting and hunting accessories."
The floor plan of the 2016 show will be slightly different from the 2015 show, allowing a few more core companies to get some exposure.
"We've moved some things around for 2016," said Chris Dolnack, Senior Vice President and CMO of NSSF. "We're going to move the non-profit booths from Level 3 outside the Press Room down to G Hall where they'll get more traffic. We'd like to move as many as 50 exhibitors off the wait list to the area right outside the Press Room. Instead of those exhibitors having 10×10 spaces, they'd have 5×10 spaces so they can get some exposure, particularly with the Press Room being right there. Then those exhibitors would be the first new exhibitors onto the main show floor next year."
Although this plan was still tentative in mid-October, Dolnack said if it works, it will give those exhibitors a chance for exposure to SHOT Show attendees while they're waiting to get in as regular exhibitors.
With its miles of aisles, the 38th Annual SHOT Show will provide dealers with
numerous opportunities to handle new products, meet with exhibitors and network
with other industry professionals. The SHOT Show attracts buyers from all 50
states and more than 100 countries.
International Sales Effort
For the first time at the 2015 SHOT Show, attending exhibitors were able to participate in the U.S. Department of Commerce's (DOC) International Buyer Program.
"We were accepted again for this program for 2016, and we've been increasing our marketing internationally," Dolnack said. "We attend the IWA OutdoorClassics Show, where we have a booth promoting SHOT Show and Las Vegas. We don't do this so much to gain exhibitors — because we already have a wait list — we do it to attract the interest of international buyers. Last year, we had delegations from 22 different countries, which were brought in by the DOC. We expect to have even more participation in January. We're continually trying to grow our international attendance, and we're going to try to get some Euros coming in and some U.S. products going out."
This program provides the SHOT Show with support from the DOC to manage and facilitate the pairing of international buyers with exhibiting U.S. companies. The DOC works with U.S. exhibitors to educate them on existing government export programs. In addition, this program offers DOC assistance on a variety of issues to assist show exhibitors, including providing export counsel, assistance with intellectual property infringement (IPR), education on Strategy Targeting Organized Piracy (STOP) program, IPR protection measures during the show and the means to protect intellectual property in overseas markets.
Exhibitors can sign up and register for the service, and their company profile will be shared with pre-screened international buyers. Companies will also receive an invitation to a networking reception on Tuesday at the International Trade Center, allowing them to attend and mingle with potential buyers.
"During the Showtime program, exhibitors can meet with commercial specialists from embassies and consulates who lead the delegations," Dolnack said. "Exhibitors can receive country-specific market information and talk about the potential of exporting their products to various countries."
Dolnack also said there will be overseas market briefings Wednesday through Friday.
"There will be a room adjacent to the International Business Center on Level 2, where exhibitors will be able to sign up if they're interested in a particular country," he added. More information about this program is available at www.shotshow.org/exhibitors/ibp-exhibitor-services.
Mapping Your Show Route
The NSSF staff members have continued to ramp up their efforts to help attendees navigate the show.
"We've continued to make improvements to the SHOT Show Planner, but there's only so much we can do in terms of the biggest complaint we get, which is the numbers on the floor plan are too small," Dolnack said. "However, it's also available via GoExpo, which is the tablet version."
Dolnack said the app is provided by Core-apps, one of the leading native app builders in the event business.
"We'll still have all the bells and whistles from last year," he added. "In fact, our adoption rate on our app last year was higher than it was for the Consumer Electronics Show, if you can believe that. It just goes to show you our customers really are interested in technology. There's a technical aspect to being a firearms enthusiast, and back where there were floppy disks, guys were using computers to calculate ballistics and trajectory. I think there's a natural curiosity about technology in our industry."
One thing new for 2016 is on the Exhibitor Dashboard and in the Marketing Toolkit.
"Exhibitors have to access the Dashboard using their booth number and password. We've added some new features, like how to promote your participation in advance," Dolnack noted. "Traci Browne, author of The Social Trade Show, is writing some guest blogs and we've also provided some social media templates if a company wants to use TweetDeck or Hootsuite to line up some tweets in advance. We give them examples like 'Come by and see us in booth 123 at the 2016 SHOT Show,' and tweets to use during the show, just to remind people you're there and to generate traffic for your booth."
State Of the Industry Reception
Attendees fortunate enough to hold a ticket to the 2016 SHOT Show's State of the Industry Dinner on Tuesday, January 19 will be treated to a performance by comedian Jeff Foxworthy. The dinner will be held in the Venetian Resort Hotel Casino, Level 5, in the Palazzo Ballroom. Seats are limited and ticket pre-purchase is required. Tickets are $125 each for members and $145 each for non-members. Tables for 10 are $1,150 for members and $1,350 for non-members. Seat assignments are by date and time of payment. More information is available at www.shotshow.org/events/state-of-the-industry-dinner.
An avid outdoorsman, Jeff Foxworthy is one of the most respected and successful comedians in the country. He has excelled as a comic, author and TV personality for 25 years. He's also the largest selling comedy-recording artist in history, a multiple Grammy Award nominee and best-selling author of more than 26 books.
Tickets went on sale to voting and supporting members in August, and the remaining tickets became available in late September to everyone else. Dolnack said they generally sell out by mid-December.
To purchase tickets, log into your Exhibitor or Attendee Dashboard on the SHOT Show website at www.shotshow.org or contact Customer Services at (855) 355-4768.
Shot Show Education Opportunities
Attendees always have plenty of educational possibilities at the SHOT Show, and 2016 will be no exception. First is SHOT Show University, which will be held on Monday, January 18, in the Venetian. The cost for the SHOT Show U is $250 for NSSF members and $500 for non-members. If you're a Premium NSSF member, however, you can receive one complimentary SHOT Show University pass. To find out more about Premium Retailer Membership, visit www.nssf.org/retailers.
The 2016 SHOT Show University will be even bigger than it was in 2015.
"We've expanded SHOT Show U to 350 people," Dolnack said. "One of the benefits of these sessions is not only what retailers learn from the speakers, but the topics spark conversations amongst retailers. They often can learn something from a fellow retailer even if it's not covered but proven to work."
One track will be on ATF regulations and compliance. Additional tracks focus on information for new retailers, range development, marketing and other issues veteran retailers face. The veteran retailer track is for the retailer who has been in business a long time, and will feature courses like publicizing your firearms business, heathcare reform issues and legal aspects of e-commerce.
The Retailer Seminar Program is also larger for 2016. Retailer Seminars held during the SHOT Show provide dealers with opportunities to learn more about how to grow their businesses and stay current with industry trends and issues. Dolnack said the 2016 show will offer 18 retailer seminars.
"We have some pretty dynamic topics lined up," he said. "The seminars are $25 each and we have room for 150 retailers in each one. Last year we had 12, and all of them sold out at 150 people. Retailers can reserve their seats ahead of time and purchase tickets when they register."
Besides SHOT Show University and the Retailer Seminars, there will also be classes for working L.E. officers. The Law Enforcement Education Program will be presented by NSSF, Police Magazine and the National Tactical Officers Association — where national experts present class sessions everyday.
"The program is free for L.E. officers, but they should register ahead of time," Dolnack noted. "One reason we hold this program is because it's often difficult for law enforcement to get approval to go to Las Vegas for a trade show. If there's a training component attached to it — especially one that has received recognition — it's easier for an officer to get authorization to go to the SHOT Show. In this way, we're helping to ensure we have adequate attendance for our law enforcement and tactical exhibitors."
For more information about SHOT Show University, Retailer Seminars and the Law Enforcement Education Program, visit www.shotshow.org/education-programs.
Partnering with the U.S. Department of Commerce, the SHOT Show provides
business-to-business matchmaking with U.S. exhibitors and international buyers.
At the 2015 show, more than 420 international buyers from 28 countries participated
in the International Buyer Program to maximize import/export potential with
U.S.-based manufacturers. Attendees can stay connected with show events through
the SHOT Show website and app.
Comedian Jeff Foxworthy will be returning to the 2016 SHOT Show's State
of the Industry Dinner as the headline entertainment.
Take Advantage Of Media Coverage
Exhibitors have several ways to interact with the working press in the press room. They can put press kits there, or access the press conference room, where they can meet with selected media or schedule a press conference. If an exhibitor isn't utilizing the press room properly, he or she is missing an opportunity, according to Dolnack.
"Exhibitors are able to reserve a bin in the press room, where they can put materials for the press to pick up. They can access the press room if they want to meet with the media. We have a press conference room and they can sign up to hold a press conference to make an announcement. We'll have more information in the exhibitor Marketing Toolkit on how to work with the media and get publicity for their participation," he said.
A note to exhibitors: Don't just put out a few press kits and expect them to still be there the next day. Have someone from your company monitor the number of press kits remaining daily. If you only put out 25, they'll be gone in a matter of minutes.
Be sure to utilize technology. Members of the press are much more likely to pick up information on flash drives or CDs than they are to pick up big folders of heavy paper, no matter how pretty the catalogs are. Exhibitors can sign up for press bins online. The link to do so is on the show website in the Exhibitor Resource Center at www.shotshow.org/erc.
Final Details
Although there are plenty of other shows during the year, none of them takes the place of the SHOT Show — which kicks off the New Business Year and showcases everything available within the trade. It's also a networking show, an educational show and a media show to spread the word across the industry.
"That's why the SHOT Show is a must-attend event every year," Sanetti said. "It's energizing for our entire industry. And because the attendees are retailers who are on the front lines with consumers, there's no better way to start 2016 than by attending the show and returning to your store or range with all the new information and renewed energy."
To stay up-to-date on last-minute Show announcements, visit www.shotshow.org.
By Carolee Anita Boyles
Photos: NSSF
2016 SHOT Show Hours
Tuesday, January 19
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, January 20
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, January 21
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Friday, January 22
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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The Times is reporting that plans to rollout Shoreditch's Hoxton Hotel concept as a chain of properties have taken a step forward, with the hotel's private equity owners understood to have agreed terms to acquire a former BT office block in Holborn.
According to the report there are plans to convert the building into a 200-room hotel using the Hoxton name, with the original hotel possibly changing its name to Hoxton East and the new property being called Hoxton West.
Originally called the Hoxton Urban Lodge, the trendy hotel in London's Shoreditch area opened in 2006 (see online news August 31, 2006), and was billed as the Square Mile's first "luxury budget" hotel.
The concept for the hotel was created by Sinclair Beecham, co-founder of the Pret a Manger chain, and was a forerunner for services including free wifi and landline phone calls, and empty fridges in place of expensive minibars. To read Business Traveller's review of the hotel (published in 2007), click here.
The Hoxton Hotel also runs regular £1 room offers, which have been trailed on this site and discussed on our forum.
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how'd you like to stay up late like the islanders do? wait for santa to sail in with your presents in a canoe…
In Downtown News:
Southland Ballroom is opening in Glenwood South
Renderings for the new public safety center
Greg Hatem is getting honored by the Design Guild and the CoD
In Raleigh News:
It's Krispy Kreme Challenge Time!
3 local projects are getting federal money
Local folks doing good things
In Local-ish News:
They're 'greening' the Empire State building
They got the sign thieves to reenact the theft
More on the San Diego brain project
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I hope you guys are planning to have Snooki at your next event (thanks Tim)
Firefox on my phone? Yes please.
Carrie Underwood is engaged
Busy Bee is having an Aviator cask night tonight
Straight No Chaser is at Meymandi on Wednesday
Eat Christmas dinner at Tir na nOg on Friday
Weekend Excursion is at Lincoln on Saturday raising funds for Jimmy V
Edwin McCain is at Lincoln on Sunday
What the Weather Holds:
Tues: Sunny 50° 25°
Wed: Mostly Sunny 48° 25°
Fri: Mostly Sunny. 48° 30°
Fun Stuff:
A crazy fire starter thing
Retail math (thanks Emily)
Your Jersey Shore Handbook
"Because those plastic bags offer the same amount of protection that hiding under your desk during a nuclear attack offers: none."
Urban Dictionary Word of the Day (thanks Adrianne)
Synchronized Christmas Lights – like, more than 30,000 of them…
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SUMMARY: During a review of this agency's operations, a system was identified as being in operation that is not covered by a Privacy Act system of records. Notice is hereby given that the Department of State proposes to create a new system of records, Global Financial Management System, pursuant to the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended (5 U.S.C. 552a), and Office of Management and Budget Circular No. A-130, Appendix I. The Department's report relating to this system was filed with the Office of Management and Budget on July 8, 2008.
It is proposed that the new system will be named "Global Financial Management System." It is also proposed that the new system description will identify the Global Financial Management System (GFMS) as the official financial management system for the Department of State to account for and control appropriated resources and to maintain accounting and financial information associated with the normal operation of government organizations. The routine uses applying to GFMS that provide for disclosure to the Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service are compatible with the purpose for collecting information that resides in this system because such disclosures enable the appropriate reimbursements to individuals and documentation thereof for purposes of tax compliance.
Any persons interested in commenting on the new Global Financial Management System may do so by submitting comments in writing to Margaret P. Grafeld, Director, Office of Information Programs and Services, A/ISS/IPS, U.S. Department of State, SA-2, Washington, DC 20522-8001. The new system of records for the Global Financial Management System will be effective 40 days from the date of publication, unless comments are received that result in a contrary determination. This new system description will read as set forth below.Start Signature
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TOKYO — Nov. 6, 2018: Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad today was conferred Japan's highest award, the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Paulownia Flowers, by Emperor Akihito.
The conferment follows the contributions by Mahathir in strengthening bilateral ties. The ceremony was held at the Imperial Palace.
Mahathir is the third leader from Asia to be conferred the award after former Singapore prime minister, the late Lee Kuan Yew, and former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh.
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Raleigh, NC – Ashleigh Barneycastle Parker of Germanton, NC, has been named the local program coordinator for Special Olympics Stokes County effective immediately, according to SONC President/CEO Keith L. Fishburne.
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Parker was introduced to Special Olympics by her sister, who is a Special Olympics athlete, and she has volunteered with Special Olympics for 15 years. Parker has previously volunteered as the Special Olympics Stokes County local coordinator's assistant and has experience in fundraising and volunteer management. She is currently employed as an Exceptional Children's Teacher at West Stokes High School.
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Throughout 2018, the Special Olympics movement is celebrating 50 years of joy, courage and empowerment. Since 1968, the organization has used the transformative power of sports to improve the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Nearly 40,000 athletes in North Carolina inspire thousands of coaches, sports officials, local program committee members and event organizers involved in Special Olympics statewide. SONC offers year-round training and competition in 19 Olympic-type sports on local and state levels as well as health and wellness initiatives to improve the health status and increase access to community health resources for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Youth become agents of change through Unified Champion Schools, an education and sports based program created by Special Olympics to build an inclusive environment among youth with and without intellectual disabilities as well as empower them to become youth leaders and create change in their community. Visit Special Olympics North Carolina at www.specialolympicsnc.com. Engage with us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.


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Ever taken 24,679 selfies, trying to get at least ONE that looks good? Check out my 5 quick tips for taking a better Instagram-worth selfie!
1. Light
This is perhaps the most important factor to consider when taking a selfie. You have three options:
1. Front light – this is the easiest light in which to take a great selfie. Your face will be well-lit and your eyes bright. Natural light is best, so if you're inside, face towards a window. If you're outside, face towards the sun (even if its cloudy!). A quick tip if you have shadows under your eyes and nose. Take a piece of white paper and hold it beneath your chin. It acts like a photographer's reflector to help light up those dark circles! Beware of shadows on your face though – avoid dappled light under trees!
2 – Side light – this is very flattering too, and creates a more moody or atmospheric selfie portrait. Turn sideways to the window (or the sunlight), so that one side of your face is lit and the other is dark. Side light works particularly well in black and white selfies!
3 – Back light – this light gives a really bright background to your selfie. Face away from the light source so that the sun or the window is behind you. Its important here to focus the image on your face so that your smartphone camera exposes the selfie correctly… otherwise, the picture will be too dark. You can also use your camera flash in this instance to help light your face correctly.
2 – Posing
The main rule here is to hold the phone high and keep your chin down. If you hold the phone out at chest height, you will end up with a shot looking up your nose and highlighting beneath your chin – not a flattering look for anybody! Keep the bottom of phone higher than your eye level at least. Taking a selfie from a higher angle is always much more flattering. Play with the angle of your head too – looking straight at the camera is not always the most flattering shot. And lastly, smile like you mean it!
3 – Background
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4 – Hold steady
if you struggle to hold your camera steady, then try resting it against something and using the timer function to take your selfie. If you have an iphone, you can also use the volume buttons on the side of the phone to take your shot, rather than the round trigger button on the screen. These are often easier to reach when holding your phone for a selfie. Alternatively, you can purchase various different grips to attach to the back of your smartphone to help you hold it steady when taking selfies! I love these from https://popsockets.co.uk/
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From the very beginning, Truly is truly huge. So huge, in fact, her mother dies giving birth to her. To make matters worse, Truly must live in the shadow of her slender and beautiful sister, Serena Jane. Soon enough, their father drinks both his grief and his life away, and the girls are separated. Serena Jane is adopted into the lap of luxury, while the enormous Truly is shipped off to a lackluster farm where the infamously luckless Dyersons dwell. There, Truly takes up with Amelia, who serves as a sort of replacement for her sister, though she is nearly mute.
Eventually, Truly and Serena grow to adulthood, though Truly does so at a much faster rate and at much larger proportions. Serena Jane enters an unhappy union with Bob Bob Morgan, who ultimately becomes the last in a long line of Dr. Morgans - all physicians of Aberdeen County. Under mysterious and sinister circumstances, though, Truly is the one who ends up taking up residence within the Morgan household. There, Truly discovers the secrets of a Morgan family ancestor and a century-old rumor, among others.
After putting off her own life for the care of others, Truly, in the end, learns the lessons of love and mercy, most importantly toward herself, after an incredible betrayal. Throughout, the major themes of this novel seem to be death and revenge (which are fine by me, by the way), but Baker manages to plant some sweet smelling roses by the end, with the help of one faithful character in the form of Marcus Thompson, though things are not tied up so tidily as to be trite. Thus, an excellent read. - 5 stars
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The Little Giant of Aberdeen County by Tiffany Baker
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- hamilcar barca said...
i always like books where the protagonist is something other than blonde, blue-eyed, and with a body that surpasses Miss (or Mr.) January. Truly sounds like a fascinating character.
- February 1, 2009 at 9:55 PM
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The firm's characteristics, corporate governance and dividend payment : evidence from nonfinancial firms listed in Thailand during 2001 to 2010 (Assumption University, 2013)
Studies conducted in developed countries have dominated the literature on the detenninants of dividend payment. Nonetheless, there is much variation in corporate governance between developed and developing countries. The primary objective of this study is to explore the effect of firm characteristics and corporate governance factors on dividend payment in Thailand. The conceptual model in this study integrates important elements which affect the dividend payment, testing firms listed on the Stock Ex- change of Thailand (SET) ...


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October 10, 2018
As Forest Hills School District superintendent, my highest priorities are to provide students high-quality educational opportunities in safe and secure environments; be a good steward of taxpayer resources; and maintain a high level of transparency through quality communication.
Evidence exists that the district's efforts to meet student needs are effective: the Cincinnati Enquirer named FHSD a "Top Ten District" in Greater Cincinnati, US News and World Report ranks FHSD high schools number 10 and 44 in the state, FHSD students consistently perform among the best based on Ohio Department of Education comparison district statistics, and more. Moving forward, we must continue our efforts to ensure students maintain the "Forest Hills" competitive edge as they enter college and careers.
During the Board of Education's September 2018 meeting, Rob Guiffre, interim treasurer, shared the five-year forecast. Though the district has not asked for operating dollars in six years, the forecast reveals an operational levy is needed in 2019 to maintain current programming in the future. This may raise questions: When will the levy be placed on the ballot? How will this affect the school district? Will taxes be raised?
The answers to these questions will be determined after Forest Hills gathers extensive community input.
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Your involvement is critical to help decide if and when an operational levy is to be placed on the ballot. Please consider joining us on Oct. 25 at 7 p.m.
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|There's nothing quite like a summer's morning for the boys with the sun in the sky, the temperature just right and damp grass to lie on! This is around 8.00am, a lovely morning and Fergus just can't get his head off the green pillow.
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|They stroll to the furthest paddock and lie down on the rolling spot - all except Faro of course. Fyta is in front, Fergus in the middle (and dozing already!) and Fidget looks in the opposite direction which he often does!
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On Friday, Judicial Watch confirmed that a warning bulletin for an imminent terrorist attack on our Southern Border has been issued. Specifically, the warning stated that according to "High-level federal law enforcement, intelligence and other sources, the militant group Islamic State of Iraq and Greater Syria (ISIS) is confirmed to now be operating in the Mexican border city of Ciudad Juarez, planning to attack the United States with car bombs or other vehicle born improvised explosive devices".
The jihadist threat should come as no surprise given the "national-security vulnerability created by the Obama adminstration's non-enforcement of the immigration laws", states Andrew McCarthy of National Review. Even though this comes as no surprise, Americans should be genuinely concerned that ISIS has already exposed this vulnerability. In the words of Middle East expert Brigitte Gabrielle, "ISIS is already here" and many recent examples confirm this.
For instance, in Chicago on Wednesday, Emad Karakrah, 49, led police on a car chase after he threatened police with a bomb while waving an ISIS flag from his vehicle.
During a live report by CNN's Jake Tapper in Ferguson, Missouri on August 19th, a sign carried by a protester is openly visible declaring "ISIS here".
Finally, in Washington, D.C. a tweet posted on August 9th by a supporter of ISIS included a photo of an ISIS flag in front of the White House.
In regards to how vulnerable we are to an attack the "fact that they have supporters here in the U.S. who can hold the banner in Missouri and the sign at the White House shows that that is a very real possibility", states Islam analyst Robert Spencer.
This possibility is quiet serious given the fact that this week alone news broke confirming that two Americans had been killed in Syria while fighting for ISIS. Furthermore, U.S. officials believe that up to 300 Americans are now fighting alongside ISIS and are "poised to become a major threat to the homeland" when they bring their military experienced, moneyed ISIS connections, and enhanced radicalism home.
It is important to note that when confronted by this threat, president Obama admitted on Thursday that "we don't have a strategy yet" to combat ISIS. This should further come as no surprise as this adminstration has repeatedly failed to acknowledge the existence of Islamist terrorism.
According to the FBI's most recent national threat assessment for domestic terrorism, radical Islam is actually omitted. It isn't mentioned once. Instead the real threat to U.S. internal security, according to the FBI comes from "anti-government militia groups, Sovereign citizens, white supremacists and anti-abortion activists".
By downplaying Islamic terrorism and instead focusing on other "threats", the Obama adminstration is actively enabling what seems to be an inevitable ISIS attack on our country. When the president himself has set a policy of reaction rather than action, it puts the security of our country in jeopardy.


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It's time to get those John Cena bingo cards out. The West Newbury native — former WWE superstar, platinum-certified rapper, and family quiz show host — has a new addition on his resume: "The Fast and the Furious" cast member. Cena's latest endeavor was just teased by a fellow costar.
In a new Instagram video, Vin Diesel mentioned Cena as he spoke about upcoming "surprises" in "Fast & Furious 9" and his experience shooting again in London.
"[There are] a few new surprises, including John Cena, who I believe is going to completely shine in this movie," Diesel said.
(Diesel mispronounced Cena's name, correcting himself in the comment section. "The world's saga. . . it's CENA not SENNA Vin. Haha," he wrote.)
The cast has just entered its third week of production, per Diesel's post.
As for Cena's role in the film, that's still under wraps.
In a June 7 statement, Universal confirmed his presence in the film, calling his character "a badass." Some fans already have their theories, speculating that Cena has been cast as a replacement of sorts for Dwayne Johnson, who will not be returning to the franchise this time around.
Diesel's recent Instagram post also confirmed the return of two franchise veterans — Charlize Theron and Helen Mirren. Both actresses were introduced to fans in 2017's "Fate of the Furious." Theron plays Cipher, a cyberterrorist and the movie's antagonist. Mirren has a smaller role, playing the mother of Deckard (Jason Statham) and Owen (Luke Evans). Mirren will be seen in this role in the upcoming spinoff "Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw," coming out Aug. 2, which will star Johnson, as well as Vanessa Kirby, Eiza Gonzalez, and Idris Elba.
According to Cena, his role in the film came about thanks to a direct message on Instagram. In an interview promoting his Nickelodeon television reboot of "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader," Cena mentioned his enthusiasm for the project.
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What the hell is this? I hate it when they don't even try with the pre-show. At least at last year's Rumble we got New Day vs. Kidd and Cesaro. I do give them props for adding spots in the Rumble as a stipulation. I think this is quite obvious.
Winner: The Dudley Boyz
This has been a strangely booked series. They're already wrestled three times in about two weeks, so the appeal of their matches is pretty lackluster. Still, I think they could have a really solid match. Picking a winner is kind of tough though. On the one hand, another loss for Kalisto would be rough on his young career. On the other hand, Alberto Del Rio can afford the loss but the WWE is paying him so much that I can't see them taking the belt off of him. I'm still waiting for Del Rio to look as motivated as he did in Lucha Underground. Anyway, I suspect Del Rio retains here, but consider it a test to see how Kalisto does in his first major singles match.
Winner: Alberto Del Rio
It's really hard for me to pick against the New Day. I voted them as my Tag Team of the year for 2015 and they've been the best thing about the WWE throughout the second half of the year. Their opponents are the Usos though, who the WWE really seems to love. I'm sure this will be a good tag match, with potential to be the best New Day has had since Tyson Kidd and Cesaro. As it stands, the New Day are too good to have them drop the belts here. They should retain through nefarious terms. If the endgame is for the Usos to get back atop the tag team mountain, save it for WrestleMania. They could win the yearly pre-show multi-team match.
Winners: The New Day
A Divas match on the main roster that I actually care about? It's a goddamn miracle. Charlotte was really good in NXT, but has sputtered since leaving the friendly confines of the Performance Center. Her character needs work too and the baby Naitch stuff isn't very good. The reason I'm invested is simple. Becky Lynch. I can't remember the company EVER having such a naturally likable babyface Diva. Even going back to the days of Trish and Lita, there were reasons you could find to dislike both women. Becky is adorable, plucky, fun and damn good in the ring. I would be beyond ecstatic if she won and faced Sasha in a TakeOver: Unstoppable rematch at Mania. Instead, the WWE loves Charlotte, so she'll retain. Hopefully we can see Sasha/Charlotte/Becky at least at Mania.
Winner: Charlotte
I pray that this is the show stealing match I've wanted for months. I thought their outing at Survivor Series was good, while TLC was heavily disappointing. Their television matches have all been pretty good, but I feel like this stipulation is what they've been waiting for. They always seem to be holding something back, but this should allow them to really deliver. Picking an outcome is a bit tough. I don't expect Kevin Owens to walk away as champion. However, I can see one of two scenarios happening. Either Ambrose wins straight up, or they do a no contest like HBK/HHH in 2004 to set up more matches. Part of me senses the latter, but I'm going with an Ambrose win.
Winner: Dean Ambrose
Man, I really want to like the Royal Rumble. I usually do but last year's was pretty bad and I've personally been disappointed in the winner for the past four or five years. This year, instead of focusing on multiple stories, it's been all about Roman Reigns. Even the WWE Title takes a backseat to Reigns. The WWE has spent the past few months basically telling us that Reigns, Cena and part-timers are kind of the only people on the roster that matter. So I'm going with someone from that list. Cena is out. Reigns winning from 1 to retain the title might be a bit much even for a guy booked the way that he is. Brock is an option but I think they go another route for him at Mania. That leaves another part-timer. That honestly leaves Triple H. I think he was happy with 13 title reigns but desperate times. He wins here to drop it to Reigns at Mania. Although if I was personally booking it, I'd put the belt on AJ Styles.
Winner: Triple H
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Hello! I need to know the Pachirisu move set that was used to win the doubles tournament because I would like to be OP. Thank you!
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But please,unless you are an experienced doubles competetive player,don't use it.It didn't win because it was OP,but because of its surprise factor and unpredictability.And also because of its user's experience in VGC,with his good prediction.


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Mary Director: Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Demonstrator & Creative Coach
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Thursday, March 18, 2010
My Very First Video
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)
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Awesome video! One great thing about those flip video recorders is that it provides great sound. Your voice came through clear, without any tin or echo. The picture quality was also good. The camera did jump quite a bit (but that's to be expected if you're walking around with the camera). I'm really impressed that it didn't blur or have to constantly refocus when moving from each section you showcased.
And I'm gonna have to steal some of your storage ideas! A trip to ikea seems like a plan for this weekend, lol. Really love the idea of storing punches on the wall with towel racks. So thanks for the idea! :D
- March 18, 2010 at 5:48 PM
- Mary Director said...
Erin ... the bookcase and canvas drawers are made by ClosetMaid. They drawers are sold separately and come in many colors. Yes, the rods are towel racks and about $2 each for the short ones, and $3 for the longer ones.
- March 18, 2010 at 5:54 PM
- Amy said...
Oh my goodness! Heaven! :) I only wish I was as organized as you!
- March 18, 2010 at 6:27 PM
- Mary Director said...
Shhhh Amy, don't tell anyone but you only saw 1/2 of my room. The rest was too messy to show. LOL
- March 18, 2010 at 6:33 PM
Ooh, thanks for the heads up on the bookcase and drawers! :) The home depot down the street sells closetmaid, so I'll have to check that out too.
- March 18, 2010 at 7:01 PM
- Mary Director said...
Erin, you are welcome. I got mine at Target, but I have seen them at other stores too. The wood (fiberboard) bookcase came in 3 colors and the drawers came in about 12 different colors. So lots of choices. Hope you find them, they are great.
- March 18, 2010 at 7:04 PM
- mickeydee said...
Great job on your video! I just bought a Flip and haven't used it yet. I hope mine comes out as clear as yours did!
- March 18, 2010 at 8:25 PM
- Mary Director said...
mickeydee .. I was amazed at how crisp and clear the video is. I have the Flip Ultra HD, but I have heard RAVE reviews about all of the flip cameras. Hope you will use yours soon.
- March 18, 2010 at 8:31 PM
- cuttlebug_fan said...
Great video!! You have a nice space. I love how you have it organized. That's a lot of stamp sets!!
- March 18, 2010 at 8:36 PM
- Mary Director said...
Leirad, thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment. Well, I firmly believe you can never have too many stamp sets. Would you believe almost 2 years ago I had never done any rubber stamping!!! Then I became a hobby demo for Stampin' Up! and bit by bit got hooked on more than the paper. Funny how we can change over time.
- March 18, 2010 at 8:42 PM
- Loralee said...
Very cool! I appreciate seeing how others store their treasures!!!
- March 19, 2010 at 11:10 AM
- Nita's World Handmade said...
I love it Mary...great job!!
- March 19, 2010 at 11:57 AM
- Gramma said...
Great first video... keep them coming!
- March 19, 2010 at 12:28 PM
- Ladybug said...
What an awesome space to "create". Your video was great!! TFS! :-)
- March 19, 2010 at 4:26 PM
- Sheena said...
great first video...can't wait to see more :)
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I can't believe that we are coming to the end of the second month of 2018; seems like only yesterday we were celebrating Christmas. Pride of place for the March edition of Black Ottawa Scene is Black History Month, starting with our Top Story, Ottawa's Newcomer Information Centre's all female panel discussion on the theme: Celebrating Black women's achievements in the community. We follow it with a report on the Black History Month magnificent gala organised the city's favorite host and hostess Yomi and Kelly Pratt. We also bring you news of Black History Month celebrations by own brothers and sisters in Nunavut.
No one on planet earth would have missed the blockbuster movie, Black Panther with its all Black cast of actors. So it is no surprise that we have not one but two reviews of the film by columnists Robin Browne and our own Ililli Ahmed. Under People Making a Difference, we report on a celebration of a different kind, in the form of the Order of Ontario awarded to famed nursing professor and innovator Myrtha Lapierre. For Your Health, our esteemed medical columnist Dr. Habibat Garuba writes about Peripartum Cardiomyopathy. The newly formed Federation of Black Canadians has garnered a lot of newsprint in the last few weeks, and seen by many as a rallying point for Canadians of African descent. However, columnist MacAndrew Clarke begs to disagree, echoing some of radio broadcaster Desmond Cole's recent controversial comments on his Toronto-based radio station CFRB AM. Our Interview features Hindia Mohamoud, Director of the Ottawa Local Immigration Partnership (OLIP). An intriguing entry into this edition is the Guest Column by Gerry Archambeau: A Porter's Pride, recounting his experiences as a train porter in the early years of Canadian railroads.
Here is the result of our February 2018 poll: Has justice has been served with the forced resignation of Ontario Opposition Leader Patrick Brown and Black Senator Don Meredith, following allegations of sexual abuse, without a court hearing?
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Customs FOU impounds N50m goods, seeks partnership with communities
THE Federal Operations Unit (FOU), zone 'A' Ikeja has impounded goods worth over N50million.
Giving a breakdown of the seizures, the new Controller of the unit, Madugu Jubrin, in a statement explained that the zone has declared total war on smugglers.
Jubrin, who assumed office on November 6, 2015 explained that modalities have been put in place to curtail the activities of smugglers.
According to Jubrin, items seized within one week of his assumption of office include 239 bales of second hand clothes valued at N10m; 1.120 cartons of 950mw of generators valued at N13million; 1,822 bags of rice valued at N11.8m and vegetable oil valued at N2.4million.
Others include 1,136 cartons of frozen poultry products valued at N6.8million and 42 parcels of Indian hemp valued at N2.01m.
Already, according to Jubrin, the Indian hemp parcels have been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for appropriate action, pointing out that the gesture became pertinent in view of the need to enhance operational synergy with various agencies of government for a sustained relationship.
He said that the various seizures recorded in just one week of assuming office portray a lot of hope and expectations for the unit and service in general.
Jubrin pledged not to rest on his oars, adding that all-inclusive methodology involving the communities where the officers operate are being reached to improve on the relationship as well as synergy.
He said smuggling just like scavenging is a global phenomenon, which requires the cooperation of all Nigerians.
Jbrin said: "As a way of ensuring that very decisive steps are taken to decimate the smugglers, we have adopted several operational modalities for the actualization of expected results.
"Part of this includes but not limited to an all inclusive methodology involving the communities where we operate. We made frantic efforts to improve on the Customs Community Relationship (CCR) as well as synergy and collaboration with critical stakeholders.
"We believe that smuggling just like scavenging is a global phenomenon which requires the cooperation of all Nigerians particularly the media.
Generally speaking and in totality, the unit recorded four thousand, seven hundred and thirty three (4,733) different remarkable seizures, valued at forty five million, five hundred and eighty six thousand, nine hundred naira (N45, 586,900.00) in just one week of my resumption. "This portrays a lot of hope and expectation for the unit and service in general. I will not rest on my oars.
"I am happy to inform you that in the early hours of today 17th November 2015, a patrol team led by Deputy Superintendent of Customs Jude Ohagwu intercepted a truck with one hundred and thirty eight (138) bales of used clothings valued at five million, seven hundred and ninety six thousand naira (N5, 796,000.00) only, ninety eight (98) pieces of used compressors valued at nine hundred and eighty thousand naira (N980, 000.00) only.
Cumulatively, the unit raked in the sum of fifty two million, three hundred and sixty two thousand, nine hundred naira (N52, 362,900.00) only, from all the seizures recorded in one (1) week inclusive of the latest Seizure.
"We also apprehended some suspects in connection with these seizures who we are currently investigating.
The unit under my watch is deeply committed to eradicating smuggling along the nooks and crannies of area under our watch. We are committed to intelligence led Customs operations and this entails partnership with patriotic Nigerians.
"We are strategizing on how to fully block the supply chains of the smugglers with a view to ensuring degradation of their antics.
"We have a responsibility to ensure that Nigeria is not used as a dumping ground for uncustomed goods and our resolve in this regard is sacrosanct and unshakable".


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Abigail Tere-Apisah (PNG) is one of 14 players selected by the ITF to receive the first ever International Player Grand Slam® Grant financed by the Grand Slam Development Fund Grand Slam events announce first grant recipients
12 players will each receive US$50,000 each with Abigail Tere-Apisah receiving US$25,000 as the highest ranked player in the Pacific Oceania Region to ensure that at least one male and female player from each Region of the World receives a grant.
The new Programme will contribute towards her competition-related costs with the aim of helping her to develop as a professional tennis player and to compete in Grand Slam tournaments. Abigail ended 2015 at #931 in the WTA rankings. She currently sits at #386


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Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli Meet PM Modi. But Why?
The captain of the Indian cricket team Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma met the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi on Wednesday, although the reason of the meeting is not yet known.
Earlier, Bollywood film company Yash Raj Films had announced that Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli got married at a private ceremony in Italy a few days ago.
The wedding was attended by close family and a few friends as they wished their wedding to be a very private affair. The wedding was performed as per Hindu rituals.
The couple will be hosting a reception in New Delhi for their relatives today which will be followed by a reception for industry friends and cricketers in Mumbai on 26th December.
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The newly wed couple will travel to South Africa where Virat will start prepping for the upcoming series and Anushka will spend New Year's Eve with him and return in the first week of January to begin the next schedule of Anand L Rai's film with Shah Rukh Khan in Mumbai.
She will also start prepping for Sui Dhaaga as the shooting for the same starts in February 2018 with Varun Dhawan. Anushka will also be busy with the marketing and promotions of Pari which is releasing on 9th February.
Virat, on the other hand, will be playing the series in South Africa for 2 months which includes three Tests, six One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three Twenty20 International (T20I) matches.
Post their wedding the newly wed couple will be shifting to their new residence in Worli, Mumbai in December once they return from Delhi.
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A decade since Piramania! wowed the Edinburgh Fringe, its back! The Mumble had a wee blether with director, Alex Howarth, & producer, Holly Robin.
Hello Alex, so where are you both from & where are you at, geographically speaking?
Alex: I live in London now, but am originally from Southport in the North West.
Hello Holly, can you tell us about your training?
Holly: In my 4 years under David Tyler's direction at Running with Scissors Theatre Company I studied Laban and Stanislavski training methodologies. At Burnside Calisthenics and Dance Academy I was coached by some of the most innovative and successful women in the country, and trained alongside state champions. I went on to represent South Australia in the Senior National competition 2018.
What are the differences between the Adelaide & the Edinburgh Fringes?
Holly: The first difference that comes to mind would be size, Adelaide Fringe is the second largest Fringe Festival in the world but Edinburgh has almost double the shows participating. There are also more than double the amount of tickets sold every year in Edinburgh, and it excites me greatly to reach a whole new and extremely diverse audience base and share Piramania! with them. I also hear I should expect a higher likelihood of rain during the Edinburgh Fringe.
What is at about Musical Theatre that makes you tick?
Alex: I was brought up going to see the big touring musicals in Liverpool and Manchester, as well as being in many local amateur productions, and have always loved the power music has to move people and tell a story.
'We Live By the Sea' by your company Patch of Blue was award-winningly successful, but you have something new for us this year. What did 'We Live By The Sea' teach you about your art?
Alex: That it is vital to take risks and be bold with the stories you want to tell. Over the two and a half years we did the play we were lucky enough to play to well over ten thousand people and give them a really important message, and I'm really proud of what we achieved.
Next year you will be working at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden, what will you be doing & how did you get the gig?
Alex: Two years ago I was lucky enough to be offered a place on the Introduction to Directing placement the Opera House run, where I was able to observe rehearsals on a revival of Richard Eyre's incredible production of La Traviata. I stayed in touch with them and at the beginning of next year they invited me to be Assistant Director on the revival in January 2020. I'm really looking forward to being back! I'm currently working on another opera- Offenbach's Orpheus In the Underworld which is going to Salisbury Playhouse and Buxton Opera House.
Who are Sloshed Theatre & what is your role?
Holly: When Alex told me about this funny, piratey musical with a cast of ten he saw in Edinburgh almost a decade ago that he went on to direct at his university the year after, I knew we were sitting on something big here. Moving to the UK to work with Alex and with David Massingham to bring Piramania! back to life in a bigger realisation than ever before has proved a monumental task, but the reward has absolutely been just as great. We're just at the beginning of this journey now but we have a fantastic crew assembled so I'm very much looking forward to everything coming together over the next short few months.
You are directing a show at this year's Edinburgh Fringe; can you tell us about the show?
Alex: Piramania! is a brilliant original musical which originally played Edinburgh in 2011. I was there with a show and saw Piramania several times, and got to know the cast and crew, before putting it on at my university the following year. Since then I've stayed in touch with the writers Dave and Tim, who have always been keen to get it on again and give more people the opportunity to see it, and here we are! We're already having a blast working on it- it's absolutely hilarious, the music is really brilliant, and we're incredibly excited to have it orchestrated for the first time by the amazing Mark Aspinall.
What is Ben Papworth's contribution to the show?
Holly: As musical director of Piramania!, Ben is working closely with director Alex and orchestrator Mark Aspinall to not only develop the soundscape and musical depth in the show, work with the artists on their parts, but he will also be 'at the helm of the ship' if you will during performances; leading our band of pirates through accompaniment on Keys 1.
Can you tell us about the cast of Piromania?
Alex: We couldn't be more chuffed with the brilliant pirate crew we've been able to assemble! We are have 10 extraordinary actor-musicians- 5 of whom are people I've handpicked from shows I've worked on in the past, and 5 of whom we found via auditioning. We have our first rehearsal period in a few weeks and can't wait to get them all together for the first time- with hopefully some rum after rehearsals (for character research of course).
Its been almost ten years since Piromania wowed the Edinburgh Fringe, why do you think its day has come again?
Holly: I think the fun-loving and energetic tone of Piramania! combined with quick wit, and of course dancing pirates! is the exactly the balance of a lighthearted good time for adults audiences are searching for. That's why fans fell in love with the show originally, and I know will be the emotional core to our festival experience this year.
How is Alex handling directing the show?
Holly: As always, like a pro. It will never cease to amaze me the creativity and vision he imparts on all projects he gives his time to. We are trying to ignore the word 'constraints' when talking about the scale of projects in Edinburgh, and bringing to life Alex's ambitious and creative staging ideas.
You know a good show when its happened, what are the special ingredients?
Alex: I honestly believe having a happy team of kind, giving people is 99% of what it takes to make a good show. If the cast are having fun then the audience will, and Piramania is a heck of a lot of fun.
You've got 20 seconds to sell the show to somebody in the streets of Edinburgh, what would you say?
Holly: Murder, betrayal, and incest on the high seas! Have a swig of rum with our perky panto crew, kick your night off the right way and join us for a laugh! And then I'd probably rally the pirates and start dancing for them, if that doesn't reel 'em in what more could we do? Other than perhaps getting the crowd involved in the dancing too…


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Welcome back friends! Today I'm giving you a sneak peek of the photo backdrop I designed for our Ugly Sweater Party. I'm saving the grand reveal until after the party because I'm a total tease! Sorry, not sorry.
You know the only thing I love more than a theme, is a good deal. For this look, I headed to my dollar store with a budget of $15.
I was instantly drawn to all of the wrapping paper! What better (**cough** cheaper) way to cover a huge wall space than by using a $1 roll of wrapping paper?!? I also snagged 4 oversized ornaments, a container of 12 small ornaments, green tinsel, red tinsel an elf hat and two Santa hats to use as props.
The many faces of crafting…
Confession: I have a ton of Christmas crap. To complete the display, I dug into my Christmas bins for all kinds of goodies.
I found a prelit wreath, garland, lights, more ornaments and inspiration!
I needed a way to hide the ugly seam where the two sheets of wrapping paper came together. The garland was perfect for that.
Once I got rolling, it was super easy. I used mini command hooks to hang the items from the wall. I love the fact that they don't damage my walls and I can reuse them in the future for other projects.
I can't wait for you all to see the final product!!
What are you working on for the holidays?!? Share please! Leave a comment below to let me know and tag me on insta so I can see all of your awesome projects! I'm @theawkwarddomestic on Instagram.
Happy crafting guys🎄🎄


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Things to do in order to Find a Hobby
People who have hobbies in their adulthood stage are often thought of as childish. At a younger age, these hobbies often help shape your personality and character that you possess now. As your age adds up, hobbies are often set aside as you get ready to take on the real world. This means that you slowly forget about your hobbies. In contrary, it is best for our well-being as a whole to keep your hobbies alive and kicking. Discover more about how a hobby can actually be good for your entire being.
Before diving into a whole new hobby, it is important for you to learn about what you can gain from your chosen hobby. This is to help you learn more about yourself and why do you want to commit into starting a new hobby or simply revisit an old one. This can help you stay focused.
After doing the first step, it is essential to make the necessary part of commiting your time and devotion to the hobby. It is never advantageous for you if you only do it once. Allow yourself to have some dedicated time to do your hobby devotedly and faithfully.
The common denominator of almost all of the hobbies is that they have a specific tool or equipment for it. If you choose to delve into photography or making youtube videos or plainly scrapbooking, do not hesitate to invest in good quality materials that is of course appropriate for your chosen activity. Having the right materials to start is a sure way to keep you dedicated with your hobby. It is only common sense to wish that the things you invested in will soon bear fruit. It is only right to keep your materials in their best form so that you can continue with your hobby for as long as you want.
Another thing to keep you on your toes is to challenge yourself to get better at your chosen hobby. It is actually beneficial for you to be a little competitive since in this way you can learn a lot of practical skills. In case you will not accomplish the certain goal you have in mind for that day, do not be too harsh on yourself because it is also important to start the pace slow so that you will build enough momentum.
To close this article, it is imperative that you would give your all to your new hobby. You will only grow if you have accepted it into your life. Also, try to find other people who share the same hobby with you. Hobbies do not only stop at nurturing the talent and skills in you, it will also pave the way for you to start golden friendships.


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season: spring/summer 2012
date+time: saturday 11 jun 2011 14:00
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editor: neill mccutcheon
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Edwedge Zizzamia
Assistant TeacherEddie has been with our program since March 2000. She has many years of experience working with young children as well as three years of college education. She has completed her CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential at Asnuntuck Community College. She currently works as an assistant in one of our Montessori classrooms and is the lead teacher for one of the Montessori after care programs. Eddie enjoys sleeping in the sun on the beach.
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New St Brigids Gear
There will be both new and old St Brigid's kit and gear available at our Lá na gClubanna day event, which will run from 12 noon to 3pm on Sunday, 8 May 2016 at Harlequins. Please see attached a brochure of the new St Brigid's Kit which can be ordered on the day. Players and parents should note that payment in advance will be required for new kit, but there will be an opportunity to check for sizes, before ordering.