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Highlights of Portugal's Northern Region
The drive from Lisbon to Porto is very beautiful. Driving straight through takes about 2 1/2 hours. We decided to make our trip a leisurely drive stopping at some of the highlights of Northern Portugal. We were not disappointed. Having a private car and driver was essential. Carlos, our driver, was friendly and full of interesting facts and information regarding all of our stops. The smaller towns, the churches, the architecture and the art were astounding. It was a long day for us but each stop was unique. We left Lisbon around 9:00 am arriving at our first stop an hour later in the charming, medieval town of Óbidos.
Óbidos is a small, white washed, medieval town. The name, Óbidos, means "citadel" or "fortified city," perfectly suited for this walled town. Óbidos has a long history dating back to the ancient Romans. During the 700s, the Moors conquered the area. In 1148, King Alfonso Henriques reclaimed the city in the final stage of his campaign to reclaim all of Portugal from the Moors. In 1210, King Alfonso II gave the village as a gift to his wife, Queen Urraca. As a result, the town was patronized by every Queen of Portugal. It was given the nickname, Vila das Rainhas or town of Queens. Óbidos also played a role in recent history when it served as the center of government and hosted meetings for the organizers of the 1974 Carnation Revolution. Today, Óbidos keeps its medieval history alive with a recreation of a medieval market for two weeks in July.
Visiting the town is like stepping back into time. It's a bit touristy but still retains its medieval charm. We spent about an hour exploring. The Porta de Vila is one of the most magnificent entrances to a town. This main gate was designed with two staggered entrances to prevent a direct attack from invaders. The gate also contains a gorgeous tiled chapel. The 18th century tiles on the walls depict the story of the Passion of Christ. The ceiling was painted to represent Christ's crown of thorns. The chapel is stunning. When we walked through it, a musician was playing guitar; the acoustics were incredible.
After exiting the Porta de Vila, we strolled up the Rula Direita, the main street which is filled with shops and cafes. We also passed stalls selling Ginja de Óbidos. This cherry liquor served in small chocolate cups is a specialty of the town. Super sweet but a MUST to try! Halfway up the street, we paused to enter The Santa Maria Church which originated in the 12th century during the Christian conquest of the area by King Alfonso Henriques. It was built on the site of a mosque. In 1535, the original church was destroyed but rebuilt. The Church is famous for the wedding of King Alfonso V to his cousin, Isabel, in 1444. Alfonso was 10 years old; Isabel was 8!
Our last stop in Óbidos was the town walls. The entire town is surrounded by the medieval walls that protected it from invaders. We decided to brave one part of the wall and ascended a steep set of stairs. The views are stunning from the top! The walls are definitely not for the faint at heart. The stairs and walkways are very narrow, steep and uneven. But even more scary- they have no railings. My kids walked easily along but I had one hand plastered to the wall as I walked. It takes about an hour to walk the entire perimeter. We did a tiny portion but felt very accomplished. I can't imagine a knight trying to run up the stairs in full armor! After descending from the wall, we made our way back to the car to begin our 45-minute drive to our next stop, The Batalha Monastery.
This was my most favorite spot I visited in all of Portugal. The Batalha Monastery is beyond breathtaking and awe inspiring. I felt a very deep feeling of peace walking around the different areas of this gorgeous UNESCO site. Batalha Monastery means "The Monastery of the Battle." The official name is actually the Monastery of Saint Mary of the Victory. The Dominican monastery was commissioned by King Joao I to commemorate the victory of the Portuguese over the Castilians at the Battle of Aljubarrota in 1385. The monastery was a thank you to the Virgin Mary for this victory. The complex was the main project of the monarchy for two centuries from 1386-1517 and spanned the reigns of 7 kings. Many different workshops flourished during the building process. It is believed to be the first-place stained glass was used in Portugal. This Portuguese National monument is considered a masterpiece of the Gothic style although it also displays characteristics of the Manueline style.
King Joao I was responsible for a large part of the work including the church (1416), the royal cloister, the chapter house and the Founder's Chapel. This became the funeral chamber of the 15th century Aziz Dynasty of Portugal's Royalty. Alfonso Domingues, the 1st architect, designed the church and royal cloister. From 1402-1438, the architect Huguet took over and designed the façade, dome of the chapter house and Founder's Chapel. He died before finishing the Imperfect Chapels. Construction ended in 1532 under the reign of King Alfonso V when he began construction on Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon. In 1840, King Ferdinand II began restoring Batalha and in 1980 it became a museum.
I was blown away by the entire place. We were greeted in the square by an oversized statue of General Nuno Álvares Pereira (the leader of the forces during the reconquest). The statue sits in front of the limestone building; the stone has turned a yellow ochre with age. The façade is modeled a bit off of York Minster in England. 78 statues of Old Testament kings, angels, prophets and saints line the façade while Christ enthroned flanked by the four Evangelists appears at the top. I honestly didn't know where to look first. I fell in love with the outside but was equally enamored with the inside!
The church with its narrow nave is beautiful. But the buildings attached to the church are equally amazing. The Founder's Chapel (located immediately to the right when you enter) is a peaceful, beautiful space. The octagonal room is the first pantheon in Portugal and exhibits both Gothic and English characteristics. Located in the center of the room is a large tomb with two enormous sculptures on top. This is the tomb of King John I and Philippa of Lancaster. Their sculptures show the monarchs in full regalia and hands clasped indicating Portugal and England's close relationship. Four of King John's younger sons and their wives are buried here as well. After touring the Founder's Chapel, we made our way to the front left side of the church's nave. This is the entrance to the other buildings. The Chapter House, located off the Royal Cloister, has the Tomb of 2 unknown WWI soldiers. We were lucky to witness the solemn changing of the guard ceremony. Walking through the Royal Cloister is an experience. The quiet center garden produces a very peaceful feeling. The garden is surrounded by beautiful tracery and intricate stone screens. The cross of the Order of Christ is placed in many of the screens. I loved the Royal Cloister. From here we walked through a secondary cloister which had the most beautiful roses in bloom.
This walk led us out to the back of the Monastery where the entrance to the Imperfect Chapels stands. Despite not being finished these chapels are incredible. The octagonal structures were begun in 1437. The original design was Gothic but wasn't finished. Years later, King Manuel I tried to finish the chapels. His influence is evident from the Manueline characteristics added to the Chapel- the decorative flowers, scrolls, and large motto, Leauté Faray Tom Yaserei (I will always be loyal), etched into the stone. It is believed that this refers to the only Monarch buried in the chapels, King Edward of Portugal and Eleanor of Aragon. King Manuel died before he could complete the project. Walking through the chapels with no roof, its high walls, empty sculptural niches, and moss covered stone is very emotional. It is easy to envision how splendid and grand the chapels would have been but sad to see the state they are in. After exiting the chapels, we decided to leave Batalha and began the short half hour drive to our next stop, Fátima.
Our driver was pleasantly surprised we wanted to visit Fátima since it's not as popular with all tourist. But it is one of the most popular Catholic pilgrimage sites today. We were intrigued to see this holy location. Driving into the town is a bit touristy and noisy. But walking into the Cova da Iria (the courtyard where all of the shrines are located) I was struck by the quiet, peacefulness of the area which was once a large open field. It was in this field under a great oak tree that it is believed that Our Lady of Fátima appeared to three shepherd children.
In 1917, it is believed that the Virgin Mary appeared a total of six times to Lúcia Santos and her two cousins, Jacinta and Francisco Marto. The visions occurred between May and October. The children described the apparition as "a lady more brilliant than the sun" wearing a white cloak trimmed with gold and holding rosary beads. She has also been called "The Angel of Peace and of Portugal." She gave the children three secrets. The first was a vision of hell and the importance of prayers, the rosary and sacrifice as a way of adoration to the Lord. She also told the children that 2 of them would die soon while Lúcia would live and spread the message of devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The second message revealed that prayer would put an end to the Great War (WWI) and devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary would save souls and ensure peace. She also asked for the consecration of Russia and if this didn't happen a worse war would occur.
The final vision occurred on October 13, 1917. 60,000 people joined the children to witness it. The event has been nicknamed "The Miracle of the Sun." People described seeing radiant colors dancing from the sun. Some people saw nothing. Lúcia said the final secret wasn't to be revealed until 1960. It was eventually revealed by the church in 2000. This vision discussed the death of a Pope and other religious figures. Many believe it alludes to the assignation attempt on Pope John Paul II. A year later in 1918, both Jacinta and Francisco died from the Spanish Flu epidemic. Lúcia became a nun and continued to see visions her entire life. She lived to be 97 years old dying in February, 2005.
When we enter the Cova da Iria, we saw many people on their knees crawling on a path toward the Chapel of Apparitions. This is how a pilgrim ends their pilgrimage to the site. This small chapel is located right next to the great oak tree where the Virgin first appeared. To witness this type of devotion is truly moving. On one end of the courtyard is the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima, a beautiful, large church decorated in white and very simple inside. The peaceful, contemplative atmosphere continues here. On the opposite side of the courtyard is the Basilica of the Holy Trinity. The Basilica is very modern and can hold thousands of people. No matter your religion, walking around this pilgrimage site is a truly moving experience.
After Óbidos, Batalha, and Fátima, we were pretty tired but Carlos insisted we make one more stop before arriving in Porto. So, we headed to Coimbra (about a 45-minute drive from Fátima). We were so glad that we did! Coimbra is the third largest urban center in Portugal after Lisbon and Porto. This riverfront medieval town is the former capital of Portugal. Within the city is the University of Coimbra, one of the oldest academic institutions in the world. The University was found in 1290 by King Dinis in Lisbon but moved to Coimbra in 1537 by King Joao III. The University is housed in a former royal palace. Our destination was the Biblioteca Joanina, a Baroque library founded by King John V in the 18th century.
The library was known as Casa da Livaria. It houses a total of 200,000 books; It received its first books in 1750. The main floor, or Noble floor, is divided by arches into three sections. This floor holds 40,000 books. The walls are covered with shelves two stories high made of thick, gilded and painted wood. Thick wood was used to keep the temperature and humidity low. To aid in this, two colonies of bats have lived in the library since its creation. The bats eat the insects to help protect the books even today. There are two floors below. The intermediate floor was the book depository and where professors and librarians worked. The bottom floor was used as the Academic Prison from 1559 to about 1773. The University had its own legal code as well as a Royal Academic Guard in the 14th century. After 1773, the floor became another depository for books. Today, it is the only medieval cell still in existence in Portugal. We walked in it- talk about a small space.
After a quick tour of the library, we were tired! Carlos, was a fabulous guide and drove us from Coimbra to Porto in about an hour. It was definitely a long day; we didn't arrive at our hotel until about 8:00. But we loved everything we visited so it was worth it. I LOVED Batalha which was the highlight of the entire trip for me! Visiting each of these sites deepened our love of Portugal and its rich history.


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The Wounded Healer - Henri J. M. Nouwen
One of our greatest callings is to serve one another in Christ-like love. And one of the most beautiful expressions of that love is to truly "hold" one another in Christ, to walk alongside them, and to affirm the work and calling of Christ in them.
Such is the holy calling of the navigator. We are managing lots and lots of details and moving parts to develop, launch and curate the platform that is Pathways. But at the very heart of the process is the navigator-volunteer relationship. Having our ears attuned to the whispers of the Spirit, our hearts softened by the love of Jesus, and our minds guided by the gift of discernment are all essential to stewarding these holy moments well.
The author Henri Nouwen had just such a strong sense for the personal nature of ministry that he walked away from huge audiences and acclaim and chose to walk alongside people (in his case, those with disabilities) in consistent and personal ways.
The quote below captures just how deeply meaningful and impactful that work can be: showing "personal concern" for one another. This passage from his book The Wounded Healer: Ministry in Contemporary Society reminds us of the power of being fully present to one another.
The great illusion of leadership is to think that people can be led out of the desert by someone who has never been there. Our lives are filled with examples which tell us that leadership asks for understanding and that understanding requires sharing. So long as we define leadership in terms of preventing or establishing precedents, or in terms of being responsible for some kind of abstract "general good," we have forgotten that no God can save us except a suffering God, and that no man can lead his people except the man who is crushed by its sins. Personal concern means making Mr. Harrison [a 48-year old patient in the hospital who is about to have a life-threatening surgery and is afraid to die] the only one who counts, the one for whom I am willing to forget my many other obligations, my scheduled appointments and long-prepared meetings, not because they are not important but because they lose their urgency in the face of Mr. Harrison's agony. Personal concern makes it possible to experience that going after the "lost sheep" is really a service to all those who are alone.
Many will put their trust in someone who went all the way out of concern for just one of them. The remark, "You really cared for us," is often illustrated by stories demonstrating that forgetting the many for the sake of the one is a sign of true leadership.
It is not just curiosity which makes people listen to a preacher when he speaks directly to a man and a woman whose marriage he blesses or to the children of the man whom he buries in the ground. They listen in the deep-seated hope that a personal concern might give the preacher words that carry beyond the ears of those whose joy or suffering he shares. Few listen to a sermon which is intended to be applicable to everyone, but most pay careful attention to words born out of concern for only a few.
All this suggest that when one has the courage to enter where life is experienced as most unique and most private, one touches the soul of the community. The man who has spent many hours trying to understand, feel, and clarify the alienation and confusion of one of his fellow men might well be the best equipped to speak to the needs of the many, because all people are one at the well-spring of pain and joy.
This is what Carl Rogers pointed out when he wrote: "I have found that the very feeling which has seems to me most private, most personal and hence most incomprehensible by others, has turned out to be an expression for which there is a resonance in many other people. It has led me to believe that what is most personal and unique in each one of us is probably the very element which would, if it were shared or expressed, speak most deeply to others. This has helped me to understand artists and poets who have dared to express the unique in themselves." It indeed seems that the Christian leader is first of all the artist who can bind together many people by his courage in giving expression to his most personal concern.


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Carlie + Jacob | Las Caletas, Mexico
Okay, yall. This wedding happened last September so I know we're late to the blog party. (I was hoping another blog would pick it up, so I didn't want to ruin the surprise by sharing all the photos first! But...alas...here we are...) We're BEYOND excited to share these amazing photos with you guys! They. are. MAGICAL. I mean...an intimate wedding on a private island in Mexico with 25 of your closest family and friends?! Sign us up! And we don't know about you guys, but all this sunshine and warmer temps in Atlanta is making us want to take a trip to somewhere beachy!
Carlie was referred to us by a friend (thanks, Lolly! We're so grateful for our referrals!) and like many of our clients, we had our initial consultation call and then we were off to the planning races. Since Carlie lives in Jesup and her wedding was in Mexico, we had a big task of managing the planning details from afar (very far). We worked with Carlie from start to finish by communicating with the venue contact, designing her decor and florals, and helping to make all of the other final decisions regarding timeline, menu, and overall flow of their big day. We had so much fun spending hours on the phone, texting Pinterest photos to each other all day, and just enjoying the process! And guys- we couldn't have been more happy with how the day turned out. It began with mimosas and massages on the beach, followed by a romantic ceremony with their toes in the sand. To top the night off, they shared their first dance in the dark surrounded by sparklers (swoon!) and took a private boat ride back to the main island for the after party.
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Traveling to China with CCBG was an action-packed adventure... There were group activities and also time set aside for independent exploration at each location."
Gisela arranges a specialized guide at almost every site, and with her translation, China's vast history becomes approachable and understandable..."


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Seeking for an experienced native Romania freelancer SEO expert
Бюджет $30-250 USD
We are [login to view URL], an online shop ready to offer our clients a wide range of products, from adults and baby clothes to electronic devices and products for the home and office.
Since we are new to the Romania market, we are continuously developing and trying to upgrade our online shop in order to offer our clients the best possible shopping experience.
Currently, we are looking for a native Romania freelancer SEO expert with some experience may be in the e-commerce field to help us with a short term project, that of optimizing our shop by writing page titles and meta descriptions.
Requirements include:
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◎ Native language speaker
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Marissa | Bothell High School Senior
I met Marissa when she was an adorable four-year-old bundle of energy running around my neighborhood. It has been so cool to see the fantastic person she has become in her senior year at Bothell High. I met Marissa and her mom at the Woodland Park Rose Garden for her senior portraits. While avoiding a wedding that was happening there, we also walked around the surrounding neighborhood. Check out the images!


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Weed is said to have various effects on the human body, from really bad ones, such as lung problems, to good ones, such as blood pressure lowering and overall relaxation. But does smoking weed make you lose weight? This is one of the most popular questions on Google, meaning that people actually believe (or want to believe) in that. So what is the answer?
Actually, we have some good news for you: smoking weed may cause weight loss, but this is not 100% true for everyone, since each person's body reacts differently to the same medicine or substance. To put it correctly, smoking pot may help you in maintaining healthy weight, but it will not work like a "magical pill." And, for sure, you need to take care of your diet and start exercising moderately if you want to see substantial results.
However, if you are still in doubt, or you are afraid that marijuana may have just the opposite effect on your body and you will gain weight, know that it is a scientifically proven fact that smoking pot makes you lose weight slightly or maintain the same. A study conducted by American Journal of Epidemiology has shown that, with all other factors such as race, sex, age, etc. adjusted, people who smoke weed are less prone to obesity—22% of non-smokers were obese, compared to 14% of those who smoked pot.
What is the secret behind this fact? People often claim they did not even do anything, just started smoking and losing weight. The theory is that smoking weed speeds up your metabolism so that your body burns the calories you usually consume per day, and then it starts burning the extra fat stored in your body. Though there is still no scientific evidence, the theory seems true; for example, it explains the hunger that people feel after smoking (when the munchies happen).
Does weed make you lose weight? For now, we have scientific evidence that proves it helps you maintain weight. There is still no data that proves it helps you become slimmer, but many people report they started losing weight when they started smoking, and they did not exercise or change their diet. However, it is better to be careful with a fast metabolism, since you can actually gain weight from constant munchies.


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Grief is a thin place. A place so thin, it's hard to tell where earth ends and heaven begins.
Grief is a place so thin that it's where the living and the dead feel one another's love.
I'm the Rev. Lisa Hamilton, and I grieve. First, I'll read a scripture appointed for today. Then I'll struggle with those words through the lens of grief. I'm glad you've joined me. Today's scripture is Isaiah chapter one, verses two through four and verses 16 through 20:
Hear, O heavens, and listen, O earth;
for the Lord has spoken:
I reared children and brought them up,
but they have rebelled against me.
The ox knows its owner,
and the donkey its master's crib;
but Israel does not know,
my people do not understand.
Ah, sinful nation,
people laden with iniquity,
offspring who do evil,
children who deal corruptly,
who have forsaken the Lord,
who have despised the Holy One of Israel,
who are utterly estranged!
Wash yourselves; make yourselves clean;
remove the evil of your doings
from before my eyes;
cease to do evil,
learn to do good;
seek justice,
rescue the oppressed,
defend the orphan,
plead for the widow.
Come now, let us argue it out,
says the Lord:
though your sins are like scarlet,
they shall be like snow;
though they are red like crimson,
they shall become like wool.
If you are willing and obedient,
you shall eat the good of the land;
but if you refuse and rebel,
you shall be devoured by the sword;
for the mouth of the Lord has spoken.
Good Lord, O Lord! Good Lord! Nowadays, this is what we call a Prosperity Gospel! You know, the idea that if we're good, we'll get what we want. The good are rewarded, the bad are punished. Never mind that we're all people who do things that are both good and bad, both wise and foolish. You hear it all the time in statements like, "Anyone can be a success in this country if they just stay in school and stay off drugs." Statements like this forget that not everybody avoids freak accidents and unpredictable diseases, that not everybody has a functional IQ, that not everybody has the full belly, the clean water, the love, the luck, the encouragers of curiosity to do so.
So when I find this attitude in the Bible, in churches, in people, I get angry. Because no amount of prosperity gospel, or any other gospel for that matter, stops funerals from coming. And this attitude that everything is in our control sets us up for death as our failure. And death is either your failure, God…or it's a transition that calls your kindness into question.
When my son, Ted, was not yet declared legally dead, but lay in a hospital with no signs of life, the babysitter who had seen us through his dad's death 25 years earlier visited. As I dozed one night, she kept vigil. I would open my eyes and see her hovering with love, holding his hand, praying in whispers, begging you, begging Ted, begging his dad, to please, please, please let this 27-year-old beautiful, compassionate, creative, boy of your creation….to just live. To be a miracle. To bring his mix of wise and foolish, of stupid and smart, of good luck and no luck at all, to pour into love for his grandchildren.
We had prayed the same when Ted's dad, Scott, battled cancer for as he turned 32. We lived with a cancer diagnosis for eight months and four days, about the length of time we knew we were pregnant with Teddy. But Scott's cancer diagnosis ended in death instead of in life. And yet when Mary burst out, "I don't understand why you can't get a miracle!" I looked across the tubes and machines and blinking lights and flat lines at her and said, in all sincerity, "Oh Mary, there's no greater miracle than eternal life."
I meant it then, but now I want to barf. Ted had no descendents. Scott had none. And I have none. And Again and again, I have learned how thin the veil is, but again and again, I learn how the veil on this side, any way, is woven with a warp of pain and a weft of tears.
The veil is very thin.


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Drones beat humans in wildlife count
Wildlife monitoring should be left to drones, according to a study using rubber ducks.
Researchers at the University of Adelaide made fake bird colonies out of thousands of decoy ducks on a beach in Adelaide for the study dubbed the #EpicDuckChallenge.
While experienced wildlife spotters used binoculars or telescopes during their count a drone was flown over the beach and took pictures of the birds from the sky at different heights. Citizen scientists then tallied the number of birds they could see in the photos.
"We found it is more accurate and more precise to have people count birds from the drone imagery than to do it on location," said the study's lead author, Jarrod Hodgson from the University's Environment Institute and School of Biological Sciences.
Rubber ducks
Researchers also created a computer algorithm to count the ducks automatically from the images, and the results were just as good as humans reviewing the photographs.
The research, published in the British Ecological Society journal, Methods in Ecology and Evolution, used rubber ducks so that scientists would know the exact number.
Although drones have been used in the past to monitor wildlife, researchers said this study now confirmed their accuracy and would help in data collection on endangered species.
"That is important because if we had to wait for a big shift in those numbers to notice the decline, it might be too late to conserve a threatened species," said Hodgson.
The research is published at https://doi.org/10.1111/2041-210X.12974


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Black Knee High Boots x Red Leather Jacket
All photos by Steven G // Jacket: Similar // Leggings: Similar // Boots: Similar // Bag: Similar
Every woman needs a pair of black knee high boots. Black boots go with pretty much everything. I decided to wear these black knee high boots with a red moto jacket, black lace top and gingham leggings. This is perfect sorta dressed up but not really fall date night look.
I can't seem to stay away from red and black outfits these days. Do you have go-to colors for each season?
I do. Yellow is my all year round favorite color to wear of course, but black during the fall is so New Yorker that I can't deny myself. Speaking of fall, I'm hosting my fall brunch in a little less 1 month. Click here to snag your ticket before they are all gone.
I'm not being dramatic... Brunchin' With Jas will sellout. My team and I are excited to serve you.
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Hence, here's my tiny tip for Thursday.
Oops, you just lost an earring or other small valuable down the drain. Try retrieving it with a just-chewed piece of gum stuck to the bottom of a fishing weight. Dangle it from a string tied to the weight, let it take hold, and reel it in.


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Designed to help students navigate the variety of testing requirements for admission to American universities, such as TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, iTEP and IELTS tests. Courses cover the following topics: advanced grammar and reading review, test question analysis, test-taking strategies, practice tests, and analysis of test results.
Many students who complete TLC's Intensive Program choose to remain at TLC for further study of specific aspects of English. Many of these students are preparing for post-graduate study at an American university and would like to study more extensive English to prepare for their advanced or graduate study at the university. For these students, these TLC centers have designed their Advanced Proficiency Level courses to meet these needs and special requests.
Designed for students who wish to improve their general English skills as well as their ability to use the English language in the Business and Marketing fields. This program will explore business cultural practices and help to improve the student's communication skills in specific areas of business. The program will include courses in listening, speaking and grammar as well as four, field-specific courses addressing various topics related to the language of business. These will include such topics as Business and Marketing, Leadership and Teamwork, Finance and Accounting, and Correspondence, Reports, and Presentations.
General English is for students who want to come to the United States to learn English but not necessarily attend a university after completion. TLC's General English integrates the development of listening and speaking skills, structural accuracy, and everyday communication. If your goal is to be able to successfully communicate English in everyday situations, TLC's General English course is for you!
Our Intensive English Program is carefully designed to help you achieve your language learning goals. The full-time Intensive English program meets Monday through Friday. The equivalent of twenty-five, 50 minute lessons is offered each week. Classes include structure and speaking, reading, writing, and core-plus courses. The optional sixth lesson a day may be used for homework, lab, or test study. A TLC instructor is present for this sixth hour study hall.
This program includes the Intensive English Program's morning course offerings—Listening, Speaking, and Grammar. While there are no formal reading and writing courses in this program, students will still have the opportunity to practice these skill areas through exercises and activities in the Listening, Speaking, and Grammar classes. If you want to brush up on your English skills at a relaxed pace, then this program is for you. You are also eligible to participate in the optional sixth hour at no cost in the afternoon free of charge!
The Junior Intensive ESL program is designed for students whose ages does not allow them to study in our Intensive English Program but are looking for a program where they can learn English and experience American culture.
The University Bridge Program is designed for students who need practice and refinement of advanced grammatical, written, and oral skills in order to prepare to matriculate into a post-secondary institution. The program consists of six non-sequential modules that are thematically based and focus on research, advanced levels of grammatical structures, academic writing, and formal oral presentations.


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No one I've met loves to pay taxes, and yet, taxes are an essential part to maintaining a civil society. The people of Israel, being an occupied nation, had even more to complain about. Jesus, however, calls us all to recognize that all we have is a gift from God.
Here's the tax story from Mathew 22:15-22
That's when the Pharisees plotted a way to trap him into saying something damaging. They sent their disciples, with a few of Herod's followers mixed in, to ask, "Teacher, we know you have integrity, teach the way of God accurately, are indifferent to popular opinion, and don't pander to your students. So tell us honestly: Is it right to pay taxes to Caesar or not?"
Jesus knew they were up to no good. He said, "Why are you playing these games with me? Why are you trying to trap me? Do you have a coin? Let me see it." They handed him a silver piece.
"This engraving – who does it look like? And whose name is on it?"
They said, "Caesar."
"Then give Caesar what is his, and give God what is his."
The Pharisees were speechless. They went off shaking their heads.
Jesus knew there was trouble brewing when some Pharisees and some Herodians (the ones Herod appointed to run the temple) came together to ask a question. The Pharisees and the Herodians despised one another. Then they came up with a hot-button question about paying taxes, a question guaranteed to torque off half of Jesus' followers and, therefore, rob him of his power.
Come on Jesus, who are you going to side with, the government – seen as an occupying illegitimate force – or the new enthusiastic fundamentalists? It's a no-win situation for Jesus, and the Herodians and the Pharisees can continue their battle uninterrupted.
Humanity always tends to choose the conflicts we know over the change and hope we don't know. Jesus holds up a coin. Whose image is it? The people answer disappointingly: "Caesar." Jesus' next answer then points to the fact that all we have, all Herod has, all the people in common have, all the government has, is a gift from God, and we are called to see it accordingly.
Even the taxes we pay, and fight and fret over, are a gift from, and a gift to, God. So although we don't like paying taxes – and could perhaps come up with ways that would more efficient, better, or more evenly distributed – in the end, it is all a gift from God. In the midst of this responsibility, don't forget to give thanks.


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Your pets are a part of the family and like the rest of your family, you want to do everything you can to keep them safe. A home security system can help with this goal, even letting you check in on your pet during the day. Optimizing your system is essential, however, so your pet doesn't accidentally set it off.
Your Pet is Not A Security System
Your pets might not be the top reason you get a home security system, but they can be a factor in your decision. You wouldn't want your pet to be at home with a burglar, even if you consider your pet a "watch dog." Let's face it, an intimidating dog might act as a deterrent but they could likely be distracted with a treat or even sleep through the whole event.
Learn more about Watch Dogs vs. Home Security Systems
Prevent Pets from Escaping by Monitoring Doors
Not only this, there are other benefits of a monitored security system for you as a pet owner. Knowing that you left a door or the garage door open can help prevent pets from getting away. According to a 2012 ASPCA survey, 15% of pet owners reported having lost a pet in the last 5 years. While safety precautions like having your pet microchipped and having them wear identification collars help pets be returned to you, preventing your pet from getting out in the first place is a practical way to avoid being a part of the 15% of pet owners who have had to frantically search for their pets.
Help Protect Your Family Pets from Fire
If you add monitored smoke and heat detectors to your system, your pets have a better chance of surviving a fire in your home. While you may have an escape plan for your family, have you considered what to do about pets in your home? A monitored smoke detector will help emergency personnel be notified of a potential fire so they can respond quickly, whether you are at home or away, sleeping or awake. You can also get a pet alert window cling so firefighters know to watch out for your pet. There's really no other way to let emergency personel know that your pets are in the house. Guardian provides these pet alert window clings for free!
Learn more about Pets and Fire Safety
Check On Your Pets with Security Cameras
Video security can be very helpful with pets as well. If you set up your mobile indoor security cameras so you can look into where your pet spends most of its time during the day, you can make sure all is well. This can be particularly helpful if your pet has been getting into something it shouldn't be or if they aren't feeling well and you want to be able to check in.
Learn more about Video Security
Be Careful with Motion Detectors
One thing that you need to pay attention to when you have pets and a home security system is a motion detector. Many motion detectors may be fine for small pets, but will be triggered by bigger ones. At Guardian, our motion detectors are rated for pets up to 40 lbs. but still might need some adjustments to the sensitivity so your pet doesn't set it off. If you have a pet that is larger than 40 lbs., you don't have to avoid motion detectors altogether; just use them to help protect an area where your pet doesn't spend time.
If you already have a home security system, you can upgrade to some smart home tech. You definitely won't complain about having lighting or temperature control! Your pet enjoys the benefits, too, because you can make sure your pet isn't left in the dark for extended periods of time or left in a cold home if the weather changes suddenly while you're at work. Again, you probably won't make this decision just for your pets, but it's a bonus for the whole family — fur-family included!


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Dentist Physician CollaborationHealthcare professionals share a common goal – the wellbeing of their patients. We are teaming up to help one another provide the highest level of care. Patients at Eastland Dental Center in Bloomington, IL are assured of dentist-physician collaboration for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Diabetes and gum diseaseBlood sugar levels and periodontal health are intimately related. Gum disease is linked to increased risk of diabetes. In turn, those with elevated blood sugar are more susceptible to developing gum disease. It is essential that your primary care physician and dentist join forces to keep you as healthy as possible.
Here are a few examples of the importance of "connecting the dots:"
- Individuals with diabetes need to eat well balanced meals including fresh produce. A treating physician needs to know if you are having dental problems that interfere with chewing.
- A dentist who is aware that his or her patient is being treated for diabetes can recommend more frequent cleanings for gum health.
- Other oral problems associated with diabetes include dry mouth, tooth decay, fungal/yeast infections, stomatitis, and more. By remaining vigilant for these problems, your dentist can provide helpful insight for the physician regarding possible changes in your diabetic condition.
Dental sleep medicineTreatment of sleep apnea is another area where dentist-physician collaboration is imperative. Typically, if you snore or exhibit other symptoms of sleep apnea, your physician orders polysomnography, a sleep study. The results of this study diagnose sleep disordered breathing and its severity. In mild to moderate sleep apnea cases, oral appliance therapy (OAT) may be prescribed for treatment. An oral appliance may also be recommended as an adjunct to CPAP in severe cases.
For integrated care that respects your whole health, call Eastland Dental Center at (309) 663-4711.
Services we offer
- Teeth Cleaning
- Sealants
- Fluoride
- Digital X-Rays
- Oral Cancer Screening - Velscope
- Tooth-Colored Fillings
- Teeth Whitening
- Veneers
- Orthodontics – 6 Month Smiles
- Fillings
- Crowns and Bridges
- Dental Implants
- Dentures and Partials
- Root Canal
- Bone Grafting
- Extractions
- Gum Disease
- Oral DNA – Salivary Diagnostics
- Dental Infection
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Myofunctional Therapy
- Physician Collaboration


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Cultivating Community & Stewardship from the Ledge to the Lakeshore
Stewardship Today for a Better Tomorrow
We believe in:
- An environmental stewardship ethic that facilitates cooperative planning, restoration, and responsible management of our air, land and water resources to ensure their long-term health;
- An environmental stewardship ethic that acknowledges our responsibility to care for our natural resources in ways that ensure our quality of life;
- An environmental stewardship ethic as key to economic prosperity, social justice and healthy ecosystems for future generations.
LNRP was launched in 2003 by a small group of friends who believed the Lakeshore Basin's best hope lay in people reaching across fences to "foster partnerships, cultivate projects, promote discussion and ... advocate for a balance between land use and natural resource conservation and protection."
A decade and a half later, we're still reaching out: still getting our hands dirty and our feet wet, and still finding creative solutions to improve and protect the Basin.
We're the region's leading voice for the waters of northeast and east central Wisconsin.
Because of our many successes and our strong partnerships with public officials, civic leaders, farmers, educators, and hundreds of dedicated community advocates and volunteers, LNRP is a respected thought leader throughout the Niagara Escarpment.
We work tirelessly every day to protect the Great Lakes Basin, the world's largest watershed.
With our seven local watershed partners, four regional networks, and Restore the Shore efforts, we collaborate to foster stewardship and champion the environment. We get things done!
We foster stewardship and "a sense of place" through programs, special events, and outings throughout the year.
If you haven't been to one of our programs, tours, paddles, or restoration projects, you're in for a treat! We love spending time outdoors, and we don't mind getting our feet wet or our hands dirty if we can leave a beach, a riverbed, or a forest a little better than before.
Outreach to children has been a priority since our early days.
We understand that stewardship is a value best instilled early and cultivated often with first-hand experiences. To that end, we host family-friendly programs year-round. Kids believe in fun, and so do we!
We support research, educational workshops, and community projects throughout the region.
We have strong partnerships with area schools, colleges and universities and, together, we are making significant strides toward identifying and addressing problem water areas.
We fund dozens of small and large local projects every year.
One thing we are really good at is securing funds to support local projects such as invasive species removal, bridge and boat launch building, forest restoration, and land management practices that improve soil health.
We work tirelessly to restore important watersheds for the safety and enjoyment of all.
We celebrate those who are working hard every day to protect our natural resources in creative and innovative ways.
Since 2008, we have honored conservation champions who protect and restore our water, land and habitats, and who help educate the public on environmental issues.
We're in for the long haul.
Unlike some advocacy groups or hired consultants, when LNRP pledges support for local projects, we stay committed from the initial planning stages through implementation to maintenance and evaluation. This sets LNRP apart. This summer, when we dedicate the new pedestrian bridge at Hika Park, it'll be the culmination of a project that began in 2008.


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Bedford High School, Temperance MI
Saturday, November 4, 2017
What a day! I couldn't be more proud of every one of the young engineers who participated in this event (and the few unable to come but helped make some incredible robots)! We had some exciting matches and a few frustrating ones. Several quick stops in the pits to make sometimes radical changes. It was a good first start to the Robotics season. What better way to end the night than jumping up and down to "Chelsea! Chlesea!"
The Glitch
The Glitch started off strong, winning its first match. Software and battery problems sent them back to the pits more than once, frustrated. They are looking forward to making their mark in Mason next week. They still wow'd everyone with their teamwork and graciousness.
The Gremlins quickly took over the pits and the FLL jr tournament with their gremlin mascots. Everyone seemed to be carrying a wee Gremlin mascot around. The Gremlins finished the strongest in match play of all the Beach Middle School Teams (3-2-0). The also were the 1st Finalist in the Motivate Award. The Motivate Award is awarded on the base of team outreach and sharing Robotics and FIRST with their local community.
The Crash
The Crash had the most trouble in matches, tipping over twice. They made radical changes to the software and amputated their robot's relic delivery arm righting the balance.
However, The Crash "crashed" into the awards ceremony with mentions and received 2 trophies! They won the Motivate Award! The judges really noticed the Beach Robotics efforts to bring notice to the Chelsea community, with one team winning this award and its sister team, Gremlins, coming in as Finalist.
The Crash were also 1st Finalists in the Rockwell Collins Innovate Award. Their Mentor, Kepler Eberle, also received the Mentor/Coach Award. For a high school junior to beat out the experienced coaches and adult mentors, to be considered to be having a positive impact on young people, was awesome and surprising, but not undeserved.
Next Up, Mason!
Next up is the Mason Qualifier, this Saturday!


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Klondex Mines Ltd - an exploration company focused on its flagship Fire Creek Project in Nevada
Klondex Mines Ltd - an exploration company focused on its flagship Fire Creek Project in Nevada
Klondex Discovers Two High-Grade Gold Veins At Fire Creek Wednesday, October 31, 2012 10:29 AM
Klondex Mines Ltd. (TSX: KDX) discovered two high-grade gold veins during underground exploration on the Main Zone at its Fire Creek Project located in Nevada. The A veins showed a grades of 95.5 grams per ton gold over 0.9 meter while the B vein had grades of 43.5 g/t gold over 1.5 meters, the company says. "These crosscuts have provided further evidence of the continuity and grades of Main Zone gold mineralization at the heart of the Fire Creek deposit," says Paul Huet, president and chief executive officer of Klondex. "Importantly, these vein structures remain open to the north, south and at depth; they will be the subject of future exploration seeking to unlock the value of this resource." Klondex is an exploration company focused on its flagship Fire Creek Project.
By Alex Létourneau of Kitco News; aletourneau[at]kitco[dot]com
Klondex Mines (TSX: KDX; OTCQX: KLNDF) is primarily engaged in the surface and underground exploration and development of its 100% owned Fire Creek gold property in North Central Nevada. Fire Creek is strategically located between the past producing Mule Canyon Mine to the north and the world-class Pipeline and Cortez gold deposits to the south. The property comprises 11,208 acres (17.5 square miles) and is readily accessible via Federal and state roads with close access to the electrical power grid. https://www.klondexmines.com/


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Civil engineers and architects complement each other's' work. An architect takes care of the design and shape of a building whereas a civil engineer takes care of the technical nitty-gritty like the strength of the building. Architecture is art; civil engineering is more about physics
The primary focus of an architect remains on the aesthetic appearance of a building. Architecture is closely related to Civil Engineering, and as recently as a few decades ago, there were no architects as a separate profession at all. Properly implemented concepts of architecture ensure that a building is not just strong, but that it looks good and takes care of the comfort of the inhabitants as well. A civil engineer need not bother about the looks, design, in-house lighting, greenery, and other things when an architect is around. That leaves him with the primary job of making a building stable and strong. Other than mastering the concepts of architecture, an architect is supposed to have a basic knowledge of structural engineering as well.
The World of Architecture: Functions of an Architect, Scope, and Advancements
An architect is just not a helping hand to the civil engineer, but much more than that. The planning and designing of any construction project is incomplete without the input of an architect. The establishment of buildings and land with reference to functional and aesthetic requirements is a primary function of an architect. Architectural science has become a vast subject, and today we have architecture styles of different kinds. Urban architecture, rural architecture, contemporary architecture, and modern architecture are some of the styles that are studied across the globe. The inclusion of software tools like 3D Max, Maya, CAD, and CAM has made things easier for both the civil engineers and architects because graphical representation of any kind of work always adds efficiency and better understanding.
Different Types of Architecture: Roman, Indian, and Egyptian Styles, and Much More
Different civilizations across the world had their unique style of constructing buildings. Roman, Greek, and Indian architecture are some of the popular styles of old age architecture. Open porches and columns were an integral part of the Greek temples whereas Egyptians are well known for their religious memorials and colossal buildings. Architectural style is of great importance to archaeologists and historians. An architectural style is just not a way of constructing buildings, but it reflects the state of science, technology, and engineering of a particular period of time.
Importance of Architecture: Companionship with Engineering and Human Values
Modern age architectural styles are very concerned with the environment as well as the impact that they have on the surrounding areas. Architecture explores different materials and senses to bring new ideas to a building, constructing something entirely new and different from traditional construction and design. Architects make a building beautiful without compromising a bit its structural strength and functionality. Today architectural innovations have become a need of the construction businesses and combining them with structural designs is very important. Without landscape architectural inputs, no commercial building is considered fit for use. Architectural innovations have become a part of construction branding and marketing strategies.
Architectural Details: From Churches to Castles
Today engineering science is developed to an extent where human labor is reduced to a negligible extent. We have heavy machinery lifting our construction materials, advanced tools to design our buildings, and thousands of engineers and architects graduating every year from colleges. However Roman castles and ancient cathedrals are still a mystery for us. These were constructed hundreds of years ago and even today replicating these buildings is a herculean task.


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PM Modi criticises Congress on Kashmir, SC to take up key cases today: Top stories
A lowdown of the top headlines today.india Updated: Oct 30, 2017 07:50 IST
From Aadhaar to Kerala 'love jihad' and Article 35A: Supreme Court to take up high-profile cases today
From Aadhaar to "love jihad" in Kerala, a string of high-profile cases riveting the nation are up for hearing in the Supreme Court on Monday, making it a day of significant judicial importance. A bench led by Justice AK Sikri will hear the West Bengal government's petition against the Centre's move to make Aadhaar, a 12-digit unique identification number for citizens, mandatory to get social welfare benefits. A bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra will take up petitions seeking repeal of Article 35(A), a law that guarantees special privileges to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. A bench of Chief Justice Dipak Misra will hear a Muslim man's request for overturning a Kerala high court order that cancelled his marriage with a Hindu girl after she converted to Islam. Misra questioned the order in the previous hearing. A special bench led by Chief Justice Dipak Misra will assemble to take up a case related to reforms in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
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PM Modi cites sacrifice of jawans to chide Congress, Chidambaram over Kashmir autonomy row
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress on Sunday of "shamelessly lending its voice for Kashmir's azadi", saying it was an insult to the soldiers who died for the state. His remarks came in response to Congress leader and former Union home minister P Chidambaram's comments in poll-bound Gujarat on Saturday that "greater autonomy" should be provided to Jammu and Kashmir after the Centre appointed former Intelligence Bureau chief Dineshwar Sharma as its representative for dialogues with stakeholders in the state. "All of a sudden, those who were in power till yesterday have taken a U-turn. Shamelessly, they are lending their voice for Kashmir's azadi... using language used by the separatists in Kashmir (and) spoken by Pakistan," Modi told BJP workers in Bengaluru.
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Chidambaram's comments betray how little understanding Congress has about Kashmir: Jaitley
Finance minister Arun Jaitley on Sunday came down heavily on former home minister P Chidambaram claiming his comments on Kashmir had come at a very "inopportune" time when the government was dealing with terrorism with a heavy hand and terrorists were on the run. Chidambaram's remarks that the state of Jammu and Kashmir should be given more rights, are inopportune and reflect the little understanding that Congress has about the Kashmir issue, Jaitley said. "Does he mean that inadequacy of rights is the cause of the Kashmir problem? And what more rights he wants when all the rights and powers except defence, external affairs, telecommunication and currency are with the state," he said.
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Ministerial panel wants GST rate cuts for small businesses to reduce tax burden
A ministerial panel has recommended lowering the goods and services tax (GST) rates for small businesses and extending the benefit to more such units in an attempt to reduce their tax burden and improve compliance. If accepted by the GST Council at its November 9-10 meeting, the changes in the so-called composition scheme could benefit millions of small enterprises, eateries and traders. The changes could also reduce some of the angst over GST, the political ballast of which is being felt by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. The GST Council has been working on encouraging the informal segment of the economy, which is dependent on cash transactions, to come under the tax net without burdening them.
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Hawkers caught in the middle of political battle in Mumbai
The forcible eviction of hawkers near railway stations is snowballing into a major political controversy; it's now being projected as a Marathi manoos versus North Indians tussle. While Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena continues attacking hawkers, the Congress has warned that it will stand by the hawkers, who will retaliate against the MNS. On Sunday morning, Raj Thackeray visited the hospital where MNS leader Sushant Malawade who was attacked with swords by the hawkers in Malad is currently admitted. By evening MNS workers attacked hawkers outside the Vashi station in Navi Mumbai. Though Thackeray did not speak to the media, MNS workers who had gathered in large numbers called it a signal to continue the attacks on hawkers.
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Railways to invest $150 billion, create 1 million jobs in 5 yrs: Piyush Goyal
The Railways is looking to invest over $150 billion over the next five years which would help create one million additional jobs, minister Piyush Goyal has said. Goyal, who took over as the rail minister after a Cabinet reshuffle in August, said he was trying to give the national transporter a "new direction". "During the next five years, the Railways alone will be looking at an investment of upwards of $150 billion. And when I translate that into jobs, I see a million jobs being created only through investments in the railway sector," he said. Goyal said his ministry was also compressing the time taken for complete electrification of rail lines to four years from the earlier plan of 10 years, which would help cut costs by around 30% for the loss-making Railways.
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Indian Army to launch fresh hunt for weapons worth Rs 45,000 crore
The army is set to launch a fresh hunt for assault rifles, light machine guns (LMGs) and carbines after a string of failed attempts to equip its soldiers with these basic weapons during the past decade, a senior officer said on Sunday. The officer said the force's road map for infantry modernisation was taking shape with the government preparing to release a tender for 7.7 lakh assault rifles and redoubling its efforts to buy more than 54,000 LMGs and 44,618 carbines – weapons that are expected to cost upwards of Rs 45,000 crore. "Indian soldiers are the best in the world but the worst equipped," said Lieutenant General Rajender Singh (retd), who was director general of infantry in 2007-08. It was during his tenure that the army moved files to buy these weapons.
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Catalonia referendum: Thousands march for unified Spain, poll shows depths of division
Hundreds of thousands of supporters of a unified Spain filled Barcelona's streets on Sunday in one of the biggest shows of force yet by the so-called silent majority that has watched as regional political leaders push for Catalan independence. Political parties opposing a split by Catalonia from Spain had a small lead in an opinion poll published on Sunday, the first since Madrid called a regional election to try to resolve the country's worst political crisis in four decades. Polls and recent elections have shown that about half the electorate in the wealthy northeastern region, which is already autonomous, oppose secession from Spain, but a vocal independence movement has brought the current crisis to a head. Waving thousands of Spanish flags and singing "Viva España", protesters on Sunday turned out in the largest display of support for a united Spain since the beginning of the crisis -- underlining the depth of division in Catalonia itself.
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Cricket: New Zealand choke, India clinch Green Park thriller in style
Virat Kohli and his deputy Rohit Sharma struck sparkling centuries as India notched up a thrilling six-run win against New Zealand to capture the three-match ODI series 2-1, at the Green Park on Sunday. After posting a challenging 337/6, India restricted the Black Caps to 331/7 in 50 overs, thus ensuring back-to-back series wins against the rivals on home soil and their seventh successive bilateral series victory. With New Zealand needing 15 runs off the last six deliveries, Jasprit Bumrah conceded eight and dismissed Mitchell Santner off the fourth delivery. Bumrah was also the brain behind Tom Latham's crucial run out in the 48th over.
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Kidambi Srikanth to the 'Four': Indian wins French Open Superseries
For Kidambi Srikanth, 2017 is turning out to be a career-transforming year with the height of success increasing with every passing tournament. With a 34-minute facile win in the French Open final on Sunday, the Pullela Gopichand protégé has now gone on to win as many as four Superseries crowns till date this year --- a landmark no other Indian has achieved -- and sixth overall. Following his runners-up show at the Singapore Open in April, where he lost to friend and compatriot B Sai Praneeth, Srikanth has gone on to claim the men's singles titles at Indonesia, Australia, Denmark and now France.
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Having worked with several media houses as a reporter, I can affirm that putting together a newscast that is highly informative, compelling, engaging and interesting is one of journalism's greatest challenges. It's like preparing a great meal. All of the individual items must be good, and they should be presented in an engaging and appealing way. A flea on the sauce can spoil the rest of the meal.
A newscast is a delicate mix of items, just like that good meal. Putting the segments of the newscast together in an engaging manner is the News Producer's task. This comes in varying dimensions and subject to the station's in-house policies on News broadcast.
For example, the conventional wisdom in broadcasting says your lead story will determine how many listeners will stick with your station for the rest of the newscast. However, it has been observed over time that at all-news stations, nothing really leads the newscast because the listeners are coming and going all the time.
Even so, the half-hour newscast remains the standard for local stations around the country. Hence, it's important to know how such a newscast is produced.
Producing the Half-Hour Newscast
While producing a half-hour newscast, it is important to understand that you generally only have 22 minutes to work with. The rest of the half hour is given to commercials. Typically, it will contain six 60-seconds commercial breaks, two 30-seconds commercial breaks and the rest for breathers.
The News Producer has the responsibility of deciding on the order and mix of the newscast. This includes how to structure the packages, live shots, voice-overs, national, international, metro, weather, sports, business etc news segments in a way that is engaging and makes sense.
Like the top headline on a newspaper, the story chosen to lead the newscast says a lot about your station's news judgment and values. Given access to the same reporting, one station might choose to lead its newscast with a story about a certain celebrity who went naked in a live video. Meanwhile, a rival station might lead with a legislative development affecting building constructions in some mega cities.
How to Decide the Lead Story
Now, assume that you are the producer of the newscast in your station. A very good question to ask yourself while deciding what the lead story will be is "what story is most broadly interesting and significant to our listeners?"
It is all about the interest of your listeners really. You need them to trust your newscast. You need them to be assured that you are committed to bringing the sort of newscast that is informative enough for them. This is only possible when you put their interest first.
Try to arrange your newscast so listeners are rewarded for sticking with you. Of course, not every story can throb with energy or be drenched with emotion. Nevertheless, you can sprinkle a little bit of that throughout the newscast. Tell your audience what they need to know but do it with as much grace and style as you can muster.
Connecting the Segments of a Newscast
For whatever reason, some News Producers – who should know better by the way – often fall into some temptations. The temptation is trying to snag together the stories in a newscast as if it is an episodic drama with each headline as a climax leading to the next episode.
It's a good idea to group the items in the newscast in some sort of logical order. However, always avoid the trap of trying to connect unrelated stories with a thin string of false transitions. It sounds terrible and never works anyway.
Sometimes ago, a television sportscaster was dismissed for alluding that athletes resembled monkeys. The sportscaster's remark was an attempt to connect with the previous news piece on chimpanzees at the local zoo.
Fine, you want to group related stories, right? There's no reason to try to stitch together what can't be linked. Imagine how cheesy it would sound if in the course of a conversation between you and your friends about the weather. Someone now said: "And speaking of being naked in a live video, the occupants of the wrecked building at Ita Faaji were stripped off their apartment after the building collapsed. "
How much sense do you think we have right there? You have to think of your radio listeners as a group of your friends. Whatever will sound awkward to your friends in a conversation is a quarter more than a half not okay for your listeners as well.
While linking the stories in a News cast, you don't always need reference to the previous stories. In fact, a pause and change in inflections are enough to carry your listener to the next story. Every story in the newscast has its own mannerism and inflection. You need to understand that and apply the appropriate nuance to each news story in the newscast.
Teases in Newscast
Teases are an important part of broadcast journalism, especially in news writing. In several news writing training, special sessions are being devoted to the writing of teases.
Teases are short and precise references to what is coming in the newscast. They can be sprinkled into breaks in programming before the news. They are more often than not used to lead into a commercial break. The purpose of using teases is to leave the audience so intrigued that they will not even flip through other radio stations during the commercial break for fear of missing a single second of what is to come in the newscast.
Right after the headline of the story on a certain development in scientific research, a statement such as; 'Will a new scientific breakthrough change life as we know it. We'll tell you when we come back!' is a tease.
'A top government official has been accused of bankrolling the perpetrators of the Offa Robbery Attacks – find out who that is right after the break!' – is a perfect tease.
A tease can also be used to connect a segment of the newscast to the other.
'Will the UK lawmakers remain divided over Brexit or they will find a common ground and forge ahead? Sultan Grey is next with the International News!'
A close observation at these teases shows that they are giving the audience an insight into what will follow a break. This is important in the newscast and can be rightfully deployed. However, you have to leave unnecessary theatrics out of the teasers.
There you go; I hope you've learnt what a Newscast is, how to produce a half-hour newscast, how to decided your lead story, connecting the segments of a newscast and of course teases. Take a note of all of this, apply them in your newscast production and you sure will have an engaging one.
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Calhoun rips North Greene, 13-1
Calhoun defeated North Greene 13-1 in Calhoun on Thursday. Stephen Knight and Jacob Baalman combined on a one-hitter for the Warriors. Kyle Klocke went 3-4 with a triple, two RBIs, and two runs scored. Drew Williams was 2-3 with four RBIs. The only hit for North Greene was a double by Anthony Willeford.
Calhoun is now 2-6 on the season while North Greene falls to 2-4-1.


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I first began selling unusual, practical and fun Presents for Men from a trestle table at charity fairs some 24 years ago, because it was apparent that people found it difficult to buy presents for the men in their lives. Since then the business has developed into Gifts for the Girls, Essentials and Travel Paraphernalia and the range of products has increased and diversified enormously. For the benefit of customers, and to make things simpler, our range of products now needs to be more unified.
It all began to fall into place recently while walking near the lake in the Lancelot 'Capability' Brown designed landscape at Blenheim Palace, not far from our Oxfordshire home. It was a bitterly cold day and plunging my hands into my coat pockets for warmth I found a smooth, round black pebble which I had picked up the weekend before on a beach in Northumberland. For the fun of it, I threw the pebble into the lake, breaking the perfect stillness with a loud plop and sending concentric ripples out into the huge expanse of still water.
The pebble had come from Northumberland; 'Capability' Brown, who ingeniously recognised the possibilities of enhancing the landscape, also came from Northumberland; and my maiden name was Brown. Like the ripples stretching out into the water my business, from its small beginnings, had grown to reach many thousands of valued customers who recognised the products offered had capabilities, being either unusual, practical or fun – and possibly all three. It struck me that Capability's is an appropriate name that encapsulates everything we do.
Our first product to carry the Capability's logo is based on that simple pebble and evokes much of what we stand for - Capability's Cablepod can be found on page 3. At first sight you may not be sure what it is. It is squashy and soft, then you open it up to reveal a gadget that is of utmost practicality; it is also unusual, tactile and fun.
Like the pebble in the lake, the ripples it sends out will grow and grow, so keep an eye on the Capability's website as it evolves over the coming months.
In the meantime, have fun!