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Tuesday 26th May 2015
Some 150 small Irish food firms win listings with 221 SuperValu stores
Ice-cream, nettle syrup and spices among products to hit shelves
SuperValu Food Academy suppliers The Happy Pear, Nobo and Cool Beans help launch Food Academy 2015. More than 150 small food companies are to have their products stocked in 221 SuperValu stores as part of the retailer's Food Academy programme run with Bord Bia and the Local Enterprise Office Network.
Over the past 12 months, hundreds of small food producers have had their products in trials in their local SuperValu stores as part of the programme.
The successful firms are selling diverse food and drink products, including nettle syrup, granola cups, black and white pudding and spices.
SuperValu's trading director Eamon Howell said the fact SuperValu stores were independently owned and operated meant owners could purchase directly from local suppliers.
He said the supermarket chain was working with an additional 250 small food producers, and there would be trials of their products in local stores.
Walt Disney asked to meet Eamon de Valera – to talk about leprechauns
Walt Disney was keen to learn about 'leprechauns' and 'little people' from Eamon de Valera, a newly uncovered letter reveals.
A letter from the Irish Consulate in San Francisco to the Department of Foreign Affairs in 1946 suggests Disney hoped to discuss plans to produce a film about "Irish life and folklore" with the then-Taoiseach.
The meeting could have formed part of Disney's research for the 1959 film 'Darby O'Gill and the Little People', starring Sean Connery.
The letter, dated September 18, 1946, says that "Mr Walt Disney and a party of six, including himself, will sail from New York on November 14 on the SS Queen Elizabeth for Southampton, and will go directly from there to Dublin.
"The party intends to tour Ireland on a research mission, with the intention of making cartoon motion pictures dealing with Irish life and folklore."
The author says Mr Disney wanted to meet "parties such as the president of the Irish Tourist Association. Mr Disney would also like to meet An Taoiseach."
Before he departed for Ireland, Mr Disney, whose great-grandfather emigrated to the US from Kilkenny in 1834, also wrote to his sister Ruth outlining his plans.
"We are starting a picture on the Leprechauns or 'little people' as they are called in Ireland, so we plan to spend most of our time gathering background material and learning all we can about Irish folklore," he said.
Psychiatric nurses to begin industrial action at UCH Galway
Union members concerned over staffing levels, assults and safety issues at hospital
Psychiatric nurses at University College Hospital Galway are due to take industrial action on Tuesday over staffing and safety issues.
Psychiatric nurses at the biggest hospital in the west are due to take industrial action on Tuesday over staffing and safety issues.
The nurses at the acute psychiatric unit of University College Hospital (UCHG) in Galway said they had been forced to take industrial action following "the failure of HSE management" to address the issues at the heart of a long-running dispute.
More than 90% of the nurses voted a fortnight ago to step up their action following 36 assaults on staff so far this year.
On April 22nd, 10 nurses refused to take up duty in the unit on health and safety grounds. They said they were doing so out of concern for both staff and patients. The 10 returned to work later that day after an agreement was reached to enter talks at the Labour Relations Commission.
The Psychiatric Nurses Association's industrial officer, Peter Hughes, said it was time for Minister of State for Disability and Mental Health Kathleen Lynch to demand that the HSE address the health and safety issues of staff and patients at UCHG and avert industrial action.
"The PNA has been left with no option but to proceed to industrial action," Mr Hughes said, "in an effort to get serious engagement on these issues from HSE management."
Cold weather kills more people than hot weather
Cold weather kills 20 times as many people as hot weather, according to an international study analysing more than 74 million deaths in 384 locations across 13 countries.
The findings, published in The Lancet, also reveal that deaths due to moderately hot or cold weather substantially exceed those resulting from extreme heat waves or cold spells.
"It's often assumed that extreme weather causes the majority of deaths, with most previous research focusing on the effects of extreme heat waves," according to lead author Dr Antonio Gasparrini from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine in the UK. "Our findings, from an analysis of the largest dataset of temperature-related deaths ever collected, show that the majority of these deaths actually happen on moderately hot and cold days, with most deaths caused by moderately cold temperatures."
The study analysed more than 74 million deaths between 1985 and 2012 in 13 countries with a wide range of climates, from cold to subtropical.
Data on daily average temperature, death rates, and confounding variables (e.g. humidity and air pollution) were used to calculate the temperature of minimum mortality (the optimal temperature), and to quantify total deaths due to non-optimal ambient temperature in each location. The researchers then estimated the relative contributions of heat and cold, from moderate to extreme temperatures.
Some 7.71% of all deaths were caused by non-optimal temperatures, with substantial differences between countries, ranging from around 3% in Thailand, Brazil, and Sweden to about 11 per cent in China, Italy, and Japan. Cold was responsible for the majority of these deaths (7.29% of all deaths), while just 0.42 per cent of all deaths were attributable to heat.
The study also found that extreme temperatures were responsible for less than 1% of all deaths, while mildly sub-optimal temperatures accounted for around 7% of all deaths — with most (6.66%) related to moderate cold.
According to Dr Gasparrini, current public-health policies focus almost exclusively on minimising the health consequences of heatwaves. "Our findings suggest that these measures need to be refocused and extended to take account of a whole range of effects associated with temperature."
Your stomach rumbling doesn't mean you're very hungry
We associate a large growl in our stomachs as a war cry for food – but it actually means your gut is cleaning itself.
Tummy rumbling comes at a time when we feel hungry, but it isn't a biological mechanism to remind us to eat.
Around an hour after we finish digesting our system undergoes a muscular contraction to sweep any remaining food from the stomach into our intestines, says Guilia Enders, author of Germany's hit book Gut: The Inside Story Of Our Body's Most Underrated Organ.
In her punchy guide to our body, the 25-year-old explains the gut cleaning takes place some time in between meals. Nutritional scientists recommend we leave a five hour gap from one meal to another.
Snacking will stop the cleaning process immediately (Picture: Getty)
Snacking at any time will stop the process.
Guilia also makes the interesting point that our stomach starts just below our left nipple and ends at the bottom of the ribcage – generally much higher than we think.
So when people complain of a stomach ache the pain is more than likely happening in our intestine.
The poo chart: Types 3 or 4 are considered healthy. Experiencing any other type on a regular basis is good grounds to consult your GP.
Type 1: Separate hard lumps, like nuts (hard to pass).
Type 2: Sausage-shaped, but lumpy.
Type 3: Like a sausage but with cracks on its surface.
Type 4: Like a sausage or snake, smooth and soft.
Type 5: Soft blobs with clear-cut edges, passed easily.
Type 6: Fluffy pieces with ragged edges, a mushy stool.
Type 7: Entirely liquid.
Berkeley Robot Learns Through Trial and Error (Like Us Humans)
Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley have developed a robot capable of learning new skills through trial and error.
The robot, named BRETT (or Berkeley Robot for the Elimination of Tedious Tasks), taught itself to complete a series of motor tasks without pre-programmed details about its surroundings. Its assignments included stacking Lego blocks, screwing a cap on a water bottle, and assembling a toy plane.
The robot uses a camera, which allows it to survey its hands and the objects in front of it, and an algorithm coded to provide real-time feedback on its efforts. The algorithm responds to a pre-programmed scoring system, which provides BRETT with hot/cold-style clues about the task at hand.
Without any information about its surroundings, BRETT was able to learn new abilities in about three hours. When given beginning and end coordinates for a task, however, that dropped to just 10 minutes. Ultimately, researchers hope to empower robots to adapt to constantly changing environments without the need for reprogramming.
This breakthrough in artificial intelligence involves applying the same "deep learning" techniques used in technology like Google Street View or Apple's Siri to problem solving in 3D. Loosely inspired by the human brain's own neurological structure, deep learning involves the processing of vast amounts of data. As such, the capabilities of robots like BRETT will increase as this processing becomes easier. Though BRETT is far from able to wash dishes or do laundry, researchers expect advances in computing speed to drive progress toward such a goal in the coming decades.
The team will present its findings on May 28 at Seattle's International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA).


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Alicia Vikander & Jaden Smith Support Louis Vuitton at Cruise Collection 2017 in Rio de Janeiro
Alicia Vikander strikes a pose while stepping out for the Louis Vuitton 2017 Cruise Collection held at MAC Niter on Saturday (May 28) in Niteroi, Brazil.
The 27-year-old Oscar winner was joined by Jaden Smith and model Alessandra Ambrosio.
PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Alicia Vikander
"Hi I'm Josh Jeff, Short For Joshua Jefferson, Son Of George Jefferson," Jaden tweeted about his outfit that day.
Also pictured below: Alessandra was spotted touching down at the airport earlier in the day.
45+ pictures inside of Alicia Vikander, Jaden Smith, and more in Brazil…

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Old Albanian 19 - 21 Coventry
Close thing.
By Russ (Site Editor)
September 25 2017
A bit tighter than the last time we met. Indeed had OAs landed a key penalty Cov might have come away with a defeat.
Still, a win's a win, and we live to fight another day. The full report is on the official site, courtesy of John Butler.pqs: qs:


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The president of Mauritania is said to have ordered the country's cup final to go to a penalty shootout in the 63rd minute – because he was getting bored with the match.Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz, who presides over Mauritania, north Africa, was present at the Super Cup match between FC Tevragh-Zeina and ACS Ksar.
|Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz wanted to mix things up (Picture: AFP)
It's claimed he was unhappy with the tempo of the match and didn't want to risk the fixture going to extra-time and dragging on.
Tevragh-Zeina won the match on spot kicks, but Ksar fans were left fuming and since complained to the country's FA – but they're not having it.
Mauritania FA statement on the match
'We deny in the strongest terms that the president intervened.
'The decision was made due to organisational issues in accordance with the presidents and the coaches of the two teams.'
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Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Top Ten Tuesday
6 comments:
Oh, golly, this post brought back about a million memories! I'd forgotten, shame on me, about The Indian in the Cupboard, which made me think of The Plant that Ate Dirty Socks, which I'd also forgotten. But I remember Laura and Ramona and the Boxcar children and Mr. Popper and the Babysitters. Great list--there are so many fantastic books on here. :)ReplyDeleteReplies
I forgot about The Plant that Ate Dirty Socks. We read that in class, which grade I forget.Delete
#1 and #7 are particular favorites of mine, but all of your picks are stellar - thanks for sharing!ReplyDelete
OH! I almost put The Indian in the Cupboard on my list, too! Man, I wanted a cupboard like that so badly. And Mr. Popper's Penguins was amazing, so much better than the movie. Great list!ReplyDelete
My TTT: http://shelversanon.blogspot.com/2012/10/top-10-tuesday-top-ten-older-books-you.html


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When in the other side of this earth, some of you have a cold or even freeze weather, and ohh you guys always looks so damn fabulous with all those winter stuffs ( i have to confess that i really have no idea how to style with those winter stuffs *sigh ), you go guys ! and i always face almost the same weather through the year, hot hot and hot, with the strong sun shine and burn my skin during my every single photos session. Wheewwww...
Today i still want to make out with my tartan shirt, with different way. I still loves this kind of trend, and still loves to style with it. This plaid is so awesome, we can wear it in so many different way and it will always look great !
Hope you guys enjoy my post today and wish you all a wonderful and fabulous days. xoxo.
Shirt :: ZARA | Tee & Skirt :: H&M | Sunnies & Bag :: Louis Vuitton | Heels :: Topshop | Watch :: Marc by Marc Jacobs | Hat & Ring :: Mango | Bracelet :: Madison Collection.


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Help Wanted – The Gerry's are in the interviewing process trying to find the right staff for GG's but will they find the help they want?
Helmut, who just happens to be an expert at interviews, explains to the Gerry's how this is all gonna work.
***If you like this web series don't forget to LIKE and comment so we can keep making more.
Help Wanted – "Stop Embarrassing Yourself American " (Episode 6 of 10 for Help Wanted)
A Turtle in a Party Dress Production
Cast: Gerry (Holly Payberg), Gerry (John Connon), Helmut (Eric Wielochowski)
Produced by: Holly Payberg & Diego Torroija
Directed by: Holly Payberg
Director of Photography: Diego Torroija
B Camera & Sound: Max Grill
***Disclaimer: The fully improvised scene you have just seen was performed by trained professionals, attempting any of these storytelling feats without a script could result in brain strain.


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Congratulations to the winners of the 4th Annual Shorty Awards!
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with kandee johnson
What's your best tweet?
I'm not sure how I would know the answer to this! ha ha ha
What are six things you could never do without?
oxygen, water, food, a heartbeat, blood to pump my heartbeat, and....
How do you use Twitter in your professional life?
I guess if I tweet about something I'm working on maybe....?!?
What's your favorite Twitter app?
the twitter app for my iphone?!?
Twitter or Facebook?
That's like asking, what do you love more...your iphone or your ipad, cereal or milk, socks or shoes! I love them both!
What was the funniest trend you've seen?
there were some funny ones when the whole charlie cheen #winning thing went down! ha ha ha
What feature should Twitter add?
A way to block certain users who are bullying or saying offensive things from being able to use your twitter name in their tweets
Who do you wish had a Twitter feed but doesn't?
Gwen Stefani....she'd be fun to follow I think, maybe she'd be all "harajuku" or all "punky" or all "holla back girl".....
What are some words or phrases you refuse to shorten for brevity?
I, me, u... just kidding, but I don't like typing LOL for some reason, I don't know why
Is there someone you want to follow you who doesn't already? If so, who?
You better bie-lieve it!
Have you ever unfollowed someone? Who and why?
hmmm, I think I did once.I think it was because they tweeted like 1,297 tweets a day, & those fake accounts that pretend to b real people!
Why should we vote for you?
Kandee is the name on my birth certificate. I am fun. And I want to change the world, one internet posting at a time!
Terms you wish would start trending on Twitter right now?
#postivethings #heressomethingotherthancelebritygossip #kindwords
What's the most interesting connection you've made through Twitter?
Being able to hear from someone saying I helped save their life through my messages or inspire them!
Hashtag you created that you wish everyone used?
I haven't ever created a hashtag, but if I did it would be #hateisntpretty
How do you make your tweets unique?
I don't know, I hope no one else is thinking the exact way of saying the exact same things as me! ha ha
What inspires you to tweet?
everyone that follows me...I want to share a bit of my happiness or something fun with them...
Ever get called out for tweeting too much?
not yet...
140 characters of advice for a new user?
tweet funny, tweet honest, tweet real, Re-Tweet anything that ist any of those 3, and sometimes your words might change someone's day
How long can you go without a tweet?
37-48 seconds..after that I start shaking....just kidding
What question are we not asking here that we should?
Why do you think the name "twitter" was chosen? And why only 140 characters, why not "Talkle" and 161 characters?!?
How do you imagine Twitter changing?
I wish there was an easier to way to type longer tweets without some special app...
Who do you admire most for his or her use of Twitter?
hmmmm...I like anyone that post nice stuff...
Who is the funniest person on Twitter that you follow?
Either @michaeljuniorcomedy or @whatthebuck make me laugh!
What is one of the biggest misconceptions of Twitter?
that is just people typing whatever they are doing or eating
Why should people follow you?
because I help fight "boredom" (ha ha ha), and you might find a fun or interesting post or something that can help make your day awesome!
Can you name some one-of-a-kind Twitter accounts that you follow?
not really...ha ha ha ha ha ha...I need to follow more people!
How do you decide what to tweet?
Just whatever is in my head, funny, interesting...or whatever is cool that I think everyone would like to see too!
Why'd you start tweeting?
peer pressure...everyone else was doing it! ha ha ha
Has Twitter changed your life? If yes, how?
abso-twitterly! It's amazing how someone's tweet can change your day and make you feel better or laugh!
What do you wish people would do more of on Twitter?
tweet nice things or encourage others...it's easy to complain, but wayyyy harder to say nice or happy things... I wish people would do that!
How will the world change in the next year?
I hope that people ill be more filled with hope, positivity, and less drama and hate
What are some big Twitter faux pas?
don't just tweet links & not explain what the link is. don't just tweet asking people to follow u all the time- no one wants to follow those
What will the world be like 10 years from now?
An episode of the Jetson or as they might type in the future- "an epi f t Jtsns"


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Wireless Mic
NEWSony UWPS2/6668 UWP Series
Handheld Mic TX and Half Rack RX Wireless System (UHF Channel 66,67,68,69)
Wireless Mic
Sony UWPS2/6668 UWP Series
Handheld Mic TX and Half Rack RX Wireless System (UHF Channel 66,67,68,69)
|To achieve stable transmission and reception.
Avoid interference with other frequency channels and to allow the selection of a preferred channel from multiple frequencies.
|Reduces the occurrence of reception interruptions (signal dropout).
|Prevents the output of unwanted signals or noise from other signal transmissions in the air, as well as the RF noise and popping noise that occur when the transmitter is powered on or off.
|Users can easily choose intermodulation-free frequencies for the transmitters and tuners, simplifying the task of system set-up
Crystal-controlled PLL synthesizer
|782 MHz to 806 MHz (TV channels 66 to 69)
Users may choose from 188 frequencies on each model
|30mW or 5 mW (selectable)
|1/4 wave length wire (internal)
|32 kHz
|50 Hz to 18kHz (typical)
|±5 kHz (94 SPL, 1kHz input)
|60 dB or more (±5 kHz deviation at 1 kHz modulation, A-weighted)
|Dynamic capsule (uni-directional)
|0 to 21 dB (in 3 dB steps)
|151 dB SPL (at 21 dB attenuator level)
Operating channel number/frequency, atttenuator level, RF-output level (high/low), audio-input status, RF-output status, transmitter battery status, and accumulated operating time
Power status
|DC 3.0 V (with two AA-size alkaline (LR6) batteries)
|Approx. 6 hours with Sony AA-size alkaline (LR6) batteries at 25° C (77° F) at 30 mW output
|52 x 240 mm (2-1/8 x 9 1/2 inches)
|Approx. 300 g (10.6 oz) including batteries
Crystal-controlled PLL synthesizer
|Space diversity
|782 MHz to 806 MHz (TV channels 66 to 69)
Users may choose from 188 frequencies on each model
|1/4 wave length wire
|32 kHz
|25 dBµ
|50 Hz to 18 kHz (typical)
|±5 kHz (at 1kHz modulation)
|60 dB or more (± 5kHz deviation at 1 kHz modulation, A-weighted)
|1/4-inch phone jack (unbalanced) or XLR-3-32 type (balanced)
-28 dBm (LINE level) or -58 dBm (MIC level)
-30 dBm
|1/4 inch stereo mini jack (x1)
|5 mW (at 16 ohm)
Operating channel number/frequency, audio-output status, RF-input level
RF-input status
|212 x 44 x 209 mm (8-3/8 x 1-3/4 x 8-1/4 inches)
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Top 15 fantasy plays of the week | Week 3
What are the expectations for Josh Rosen in his first NFL start?
Warner: Hard to see Cards ever starting Bradford again
Rapoport explains why Cards decided to start Rosen over Bradford
Should Josh Rosen start for Cardinals going forward?
Aerial footage of Bradford's 21-yard TD pass to Johnson | True View
CHI ARI highlights
Can't-Miss Play: Tre Boston dives for INT off Trubisky's tipped pass
Bears vs. Cardinals highlights | Week 3
Every play from Josh Rosen's debut | Week 3
Josh Rosen skates through defenders to keep drive alive
Bradford gives Rosen a pat on the shoulder after INT
Rosen threads needle to Gresham on first NFL pass
Josh Rosen warms up on the sidelines
Bradford finds unmarked Christian Kirk on 32-yard gain
David Johnson shakes multiple Bears defenders on way to first down


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Fasting is not fun. No coffee presents headache challenges. Some people get weak and others get tired. I get cold, which makes me way crabbier than being hungry could ever do. But I looked at the week's events and saw that typical-blogpost-day-Thursday is Purim, a busy day from beginning to end, so here I am on Wednesday, the fast day of Taanis Esther. If you're trying to make the fast go faster, I hope that reading this will help. (And if you're not fasting, you can give tzedakah instead.)
No matter what we're doing, today is an auspicious day for every Jew to do teshuvah, return to G-d. We learn this from Esther, who knew that before she could approach Achashverosh to save her people from annihilation, she first needed to fast in order to petition G-d, the true King, on their behalf.
These days, we talk a lot about our existential threats from within and without: the story of Purim shows that the power to change the course of global events starts within the soul of every Jew. As chronicled in the Megillah, precisely because it is applicable for all time, when we sincerely turn to G-d, He then affects the hearts and minds of the political decision-makers of the world to be favorably disposed towards Jews.
I know this notion really bothers the spiritually disinclined. And, trust me, even for the spiritually inclined, "sincerely turning to G-d" is no simple endeavor either. Before I even knew the word, teshuvah, I experienced it for the first time in 1987, while sitting with an elite group of smart, Jewishly-involved young women at the United Jewish Federation's retreat for its Young Women's Leadership Cabinet. The gathering was intended to cultivate "leaders" to help save other Jews, yet it became starkly clear to me as I watched a video about the plight of Soviet Refuseniks, that I was the Jew who needed saving. I wasn't embarrassed to be the only one sobbing when the lights came on, because I knew I had confronted a painful yet undeniable truth about myself. Seeing the self-sacrifice on the part of the Refuseniks elicited an envy for their commitment to Judaism and a deep humiliation for the ignorance and apathy surrounding my own.
My whole life I had been asking, "why am I here," and now I was asking why wasn't I there. Soviet Jews couldn't get married under a chuppah or perform a bris on a baby boy unless they also wanted a visit to the Gulag, yet their souls were on fire. I could freely and safely do anything Jewish I wanted to do here in America, yet I viewed my religion with total disdain. Forget my impression that Judaism was antiquated, sexist, and repressive; I couldn't get past the fact that Judaism was nerdy.
Yet, through that epiphany, a light emerged from deep inside of me that I couldn't extinguish even if I wanted to. I knew I had tasted a bitter truth and the only way to sweeten it would be to answer the question: what did those Soviet Jews know that I didn't know?
The road back to my Jewish soul has often felt like a challenging climb, but I try to follow that inner light to help keep me on course. I don't want to find myself sobbing again in a room full of people if I don't have to.
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avneil ff: kyun main jaagoon (episode 5)
This is my ff, hope you like it.
Finally I back with a new chapter.
The lines in black colour are for what Author is thinking and speaking, Red colour ones are for song and blue is for what Neel is saying and () for English translation.
¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬Author's POV
Neel races his car on the road, it looks like he only have some time left, if he get his vital portion on time he will be saved else he will die. Behind his car amol's car can be seen, he too is racing it but still his speed was less than that of neel's. In neel's car, there is neela, DD, Shweta and the rest are in amol's car.
Neela breaks the silence "Neel bachha(baby), drive slow"
Neel replies "Dont worry, I am driving the car carefully, DD any updates"
DD answers "No sir, the train is on time, we just have 5 mins left for its depature, and the station is almost 10 mins away. And the platform number is 8 and I have also messaged prakash uncle"
Neel bangs his hand on the stirring wheel after listening about the time.
Neel says to himself 'Avni please don't go, please, please stay on station and don't board this train, please god help me'
Everyone is praying, neela, shweta , bebe, prakash, maddy , kareena , amol, and DD. Neel's car tires shrieked as the car comes to halt leaving everyone to come back from the thought world. Finally they reached the station. Everyone gets out and runs inside. After a few minutes amol's car too reaches then they also get out of the car and rushes inside and goes toward platform 8.
On platform 8, neel is sitting on his knees with his hands on his face, both of his mothers are hugging him, as he is crying. Everyone understands that avni has gone, they goes to him.
"Neel" prakash says
"Dad she-she went" Neel murmurs
"Neel tum tension mat lo, hum delhi jaaenge aur ananya ko le aaenge (Neel don't worry we will go to delhi and get her back) " Prakash tries to give him assurance but he also knows that he has fail in giving it, As neel is not showing any respond instead he went numb. His mothers make him stand and take him outside of the station.
"Lets go back" Neela says
Neel sits in the back and looks out of the window while DD drives. Tears have started escaping his eyes and mapping his face.
Avni why did you go, why did you leave me. It feels like nothing is left in my life. Like my life is aimless. After Juhi's death, I had forgotten what life is. My life had become black and white. But the day I saw you, my life became colourful. Avni you coloured my world. Because of you I started living again. Because of you I am neel khanna again. And now you left me. Its breaking me avni, the thought that you wont be back in my life ripping me apart. Everyone is saying that you will be back, but what if they are wrong. Don't let them be wrong, come back for them, come back for me. Come back avni. Come back my miss ajooba. I can't live without you. Say whatever you wanna say, or hit me but please come back. There is no happiness without you, no life without you. No neel khanna without his avni neel khanna. And no avneil.
At this point the speed of his tears had increased.
Tu jo gayi toh soona hoga yeh jahaan
Pheeki pheeki hogi saari yeh daastan
Tumse judi hai har khushi, tere bina kya hai yahaan
Chaahein tumhein hum maange tumhe
Sun le dua yeh aasman
Neel reminisces his moments with avni. The first time they met on the cliff, when they fell in the water, when he saves her and she thought he was trying to kiss her. Thought I actually wanted to do that, she was looking so beautiful, but I didn't. Their moments that happened in forest and near bonfire. All the things happened at that day.
The engagement day moments, at jewellery store moments, rhea's birthday party moments, neel's accident, her taking care of him, their trip to catch amol.
All the before marriage rituals. Their closeness, their talks, eye locks. He was smiling and crying, both the emotions were taking place simultaneously. The memories were making him smile while the fear of not being able to have moments likes this in future was making him cry.
Their marriage, her first day at Khanna house, her night with neel.
Their pillow fights, nok-joks, teasing each other, all the nights , all the days, each and every moment they have together. Every time I saw her either I wanted to kiss her or hug her so tightly and never leave her. My miss ajooba.
I have lost her. I don't wanna lose her, please god listen to my wish.
Chhote chhote khwaabon ko aa jodenge
Yeh bhi vaada na tumhein ab chhodenge
Jeena chaahe phir tere liye aankhein na pherenge
Saansein meri tu le le bhale, ab na tumhein jaane denge
"Neel come ghar aa gaya (neel come we have reached)" shweta says breaking neel's thoughts
Neel sees shweta holding the door for him, neel notices that his mother's eyes were red too and realised that she has been crying too. He comes out of the car and goes inside the mansion, for him this is not his home until avni comes back. Everyone sits on the sofa and neel finds his place on the floor between neela and shweta. Both of them are creasing crying neel's hair while crying. It is a crying moment, a very long moment. Neel's crying because his avni has left him, and everyone's eyes are moist seeing neel.
Suddenly DD exclaims, "Sir, there is a new update, Bhabhi has cancelled his delhi to new York flight and has booked surat to delhi flight."
Neela says "Neel av- ananya wont go, she will come back"
Neel replies "But how, she must be hating me"
Shweta says "No tillu, she cants hate you"
Neela and shweta both says at the same time "We will get her back"
Neel asks "Will she"
Neela says "Of course bacha"
Shweta says "DD, book our tickets for delhi"
DD says "Ji" and goes.
Shweta says "Tillu ro mat beta"
He tries to speak but could complete what he wants to say "Mom" and he puts his head in her lap
DD comes back and says "sir ji, flight 1 hour baad ki h (sir flight is after 1 hour)"
The scene ends. New scene starts with all khanna family with amol and neela, boarding in the flight. Some time before, neela and shweta has convinced neel that avni will not leave him, and they will get her back in his life. After a long session of convincing, neel finally agrees.
Avni me aa raha ho tumhe lene, aur tumhe aapne saath le kar hi jaonga, ye Neel Khanna ka vada h. Aur is baar me tumhe bata hi donga ki how I feel about you; Ki how much I love you. (avni I am coming to get you, and I will take you with me at any cost. That is neel khanna's promise. And this time I will tell you that how I feel about you; that how much I love you)
Hamari kahani hogi puri(our story will be complete)
Neel looks out of the window and thinks about how will he confess his feelings to avni and what will he say when he will see his lady love. He smiles thinking. Seeing him both neela and shweta takes a sign of relief.
This is my avneil ff. Hope you guys like this, if yes don't forget to hit the like and comment down below please.
Sorry for any grammatical error or any other error.
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People in charge of pressing fulfill the traditional pressing machines due to 4,000 kg of grapes i.e. one marc. This marc flowes slowly and 25 hl 50 of juice are recovered in two steps. The first juices (20 hl 50) - the noblest ones - are called «cuvée» and the left 5 hl are called «la taille» (sharpening).
During the pressing the must (i.e the freshly pressed grape juice) drips into small vats called "belons". Then the juice is left to settle about 24 hours to separate skins and other impurities from juice. It occurs naturally by gravity. Then the clarified or clear grace juice gets pumped into large oak casks and barrels.
For about 10 days natural yeasts are going to transform sugar into alcohol and carbon dioxide. This produces a basic wine called «vin clair» («still wine»).
From October to July our cuvées are ageing into large oak casks and barrels so that the combination of wood and wine can bring roundness and finesse to our Champagnes.
Every year, at the same period, in the spring, an immutable rite called «blending» is performed by the cellar master. Thanks to his amazing sensory memory, he tastes and blends still wines and reserve wines from different villages and vintages to create or to recreate the consistent house style.
The blended wine is bottled along with yeast and a small amount of sugar. It occurs in July.
Once again, natural yeasts are going to transform sugar into alcohol and carbon dioxide but this time it takes place inside the bottle. Carbon dioxide is trapped inside the bottle. Thus still wine turns into sparkling wine. This second fermentation takes place very slowly (about 8 weeks) to get a persistent effervescence.
The aging on lees - which brings complexity and vitality to our wines - do not stop there. The bottles are then allowed to rest and mature in the deep chalky cellars : from 3 to 4 years for non-vintage wines and from to 5 to 7 years for vintage wines.
After a week allowing the sediments of dead yeasts to settle onto the glass, the bottles are placed on «pupitres» and turned twice a day in a unique way, slowly pushing the bottle up right to get the sediment to the bottle neck underneath the cork.
In order to get the sediment out from the bottle the necks are frozen in freezing brine. Turning the table up right and relaseasing the crown cork expels the "pellet" of sediment from the Champagne. After disgorgement a mixture of sugar and reserve wines called "liqueur de dosage" is added to give each wine its "brut", "dry" or "demi-sec" (semi-sweet) character. Each Champagne House has its own "recipe". Then the bottle is sealed with an oak cork tightly held in position with a muzzle.
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It is said that the name of our continent , Europe , is of greek origin .
According to Hellenic mythology , Zeus was enamored of Europa – a beautiful woman- and decided to seduce her. He transformed himself into a tame white bull and mixed in with her father's herds.
According to Hellenic mythology , Zeus was enamored of Europa – a beautiful woman- and decided to seduce her. He transformed himself into a tame white bull and mixed in with her father's herds.
He then revealed his true identity, and Europa became the first queen of Crete . Zeus gave her a necklace made by Hephaestus[16] and three additional gifts: Talos, Laelaps and a javelin that never missed.
Zeus later re-created the shape of the white bull in the stars, which is now known as the constellation Taurus.
In our continent was born one of the greatest civilisations on earth , the Hellenic one , that influenced the humanity.
The Hellenic way of thinking was brought to << the end of Earth >> thanks to Athens and later to Alexander the Great and his Macedonian Empire .
It was followed by the Roman civilisation and the two were mixed during the Roman Empire in the West and the Greek – Byzantine in the East .
Another important thing that left its mark on our European soil was the arrival of Christianism . The peoples of Europe were building an advanced level of living and thinking in confrontation to the other continents .
In present days our roots are under attack . The massive presence of illegal immigrants who come from the third world is threatening our way of life .
In every European city , mosques are being built . In Great Britain , they are planning to construct a huge mosque of a seventy thousand capacity.
In Denmark the presence of thousands of illegal immigrants created a lot of honor killings , rapes of Danish women , attacks on Danish police , firemen and ambulances .
These people can not cope with our way of living. They practically live in parallel societies.
The millions of illegal immigrants will not be integrated in our European society. What they want is, to integrate us in their own society !
Things will be worst if Turkey enters to the European Union. This Asian country has a population of 90 milion people. A huge number of Turks will invade peacefully the European countries . After a few years they will have the right to vote and to be elected in the countries where they live.
Not to forget the millions of citizens with turkish conscience in the ex soviet republics who have a right to the turkish citizenship .
The National People's Front of Cyprus is against the mass immigration in Europe and totally opposed to Turkey's entry in the U.E.
Turkey is already in Europe. It occupies the Hellenic European soil of Cyprus.
In 1974, Turkey has invaded in the territory of a European state, The Republic of Cyprus .
Because of the invasion and the continuous occupation the following problems result :
• Displacement of 200.000 Greek Cypriots from their homes
• Perpetration of the international crime of colonization in the occupied area and the disappearance of Greek culture in the northern part of the island,
• Violation of two basic freedoms ( Residence and Property)
• Violation of human rights of the enclaved Greeks in the occupied area
•Missing people of the war in 1974
• Destruction of cultural heritage, exploitation of Greek fortunes in the Turkish possessed area.
For us, the Hellenes Nationalists of E.LA.M. , the liberation of our island is the only solution!
Stratos Karanikolaou
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The Genesee Community College volleyball team traveled to a second-consecutive weekend of pod play involving three opponents. This time the team was off to Finger Lakes Community College Sept. 16, and after two weekends, the Cougars stand with a 5-1 record in pod play.
The most grueling match of the day was the team's finale against Jefferson Community College where the Cougars won 3-2 in a five-set, back-and-forth affair. Genesee took the fifth and deciding set 15-12 after ending Jefferson's two-win set streak that allowed the Cannoneers to tie the match after trailing 2-0.
Perhaps Genesee had its best start of any set in its second against Jefferson after the Cougars came out of the gate at 10-0 off five aces by Sha-Ony Obispa. She would finish with seven for the match along with 13 kills and 11 digs. Sydney DeVay had a team-high 16 digs, while Grace Zandrowicz added a dozen kills and Aleah Foos and Lyndsey Rowland finished with six blocks each.
The Cougars had a good warm-up game to help with the Jefferson win by facing an undefeated Onondaga team that has beaten nationally-ranked Monroe. According to head coach Tricia Ziebarth, Onondaga spreads the ball to all positions with impressive court support. Although Genesee was unable to give the Lazers their first loss, three Cougars had impressive performances that included Obispa with six kills, DeVay with eight digs and four blocks from Foos.
The Cougars opened pod play with a win against Cayuga, with the match tied at 1-1. Genesee finished strong by taking the next two sets and recording their first win of the day and fourth-consecutive in pod play.The team was led by Zandrowicz's eight kills and a dozen digs. Audriana Reeves had 13 digs, Mikoto Hasegawa three aces, and six blocks coming from both Foos and Rowland.
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Tensions appear to have eased somewhat, but one must question whether the current bounce is sustainable or if it is down to an element of profit-taking and consolidation before it sees an additional leg lower.
FTSE edges back above 6600
Last Friday's bullish candle coupled with the daily RSI pulling back from the oversold zone has seen the FTSE move back above the 6600 level. The 6587 level – 61.8% retracement from the January lows to the May highs – should now act as support. As yet unable to move back above the 6620 level, this area will need to be overcome if the 50% retracement at 6646 is to be challenged. A move through here targets 6675.
The 100-hour moving average is capping the gains for now so we may see an element of consolidation before the next direction is actually decided.
The 6530 lows provide the key support for now.
Dow moves towards 16,600
The Dow seems to be providing similar signals to the FTSE and price action has moved back into the longer-term trendline support, with the daily RSI also rising from its slump into the oversold zone. We have seen highs of 16,588 so far this morning, so any push through 16,600 will see the 100-DMA at 16,667 targeted.
Any retreat below 16,500 takes us back to 16,446 with the 200-DMA providing the key support on the daily chart.
Price action has risen through the 200-hour MA, although intraday the moves looks a little overbought.
DAX daily RSI no longer oversold
Daily RSI on the DAX is also beginning to shuffle back from oversold. While above the 9080 level there remains a possibility of a move back towards 9173 then 9215.
The hourly chart may be forming an inverted head and shoulders pattern so a break through the 9170/80 level could see this completed. The 100-hour MA is supporting intraday at 9080/5. Any pull backs through this metric target 9040.


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If women think men are hard to buy for at Christmas it is nothing compared to the fear instilled in men's hearts when they realise that they have to buy a secret santa present for a female colleague they hardly know! Never fear, our top five secret santas for ladies will solve your problem: 1. A flower arrangementIf you know that you are handing out presents before everyone goes on leave for Christmas you can give your recipient a lovely bouquet of flowers to keep at her desk. If you time it right they might even last her till Christmas day.
2. A voucher for two
If she has a significant other then vouchers for a Christmas activity are a great idea and a novel approach to secret santa gifting. A ride on the big wheel or a day tasting mince pies and mulled wine are the ideal treat around the festive season.
3. A hat and scarf
Practical but useful too! Ask around the office for her favourite colours and maybe even order online to ensure you are supervised while choosing the perfect present for your secret santa recipient.
4. A magazine subscription
If she's forever spending her lunch hour buried behind a glossy mag then take note and order her a subscription to be sent to the office each month. She'll love the convenience of a delivery right to the door and you'll get to have a look once she's done!
5.Chocolate and wineIf all else fails you can most definitely rely on chocolate and wine. A luxury bottle alongside some high quality choccies will make anyone (male or female) happy at Christmas and there's a high chance you might get a glass and maybe even a chocolate or two!
For more secret santa ideas have a look at our Christmas food hampers.
Tags: gifts-for-women, secret-santa-gifts, christmas-presents, christmas-presents-for-staff, gifts-for-colleagues, corporate-gifts
Blog | Christmas Tips | Corporate Gifts
Buying Christmas gifts for your staff at Christmas time is an essential part of employee care. Kevin Kruse, contributor at Forbes magazine states that "feeling appreciated—which comes from recognition from others—is one of the top three drivers of employee engagement." We've thought up 5 unique staff Christmas presents that step away from the traditional voucher. 1. A Christmas decorationStep away from the commercially branded baubles and think more unique. A different Christmas decoration for each member of staff will be well received and needn't mean you spending hours trawling the shops. You can order a selection of high quality baubles online and package them separately.
2. FlowersAt Christmas time flowers are a fantastic addition to an office desk or home. Poinsettias are a classic flower for the festive period and a plant or arrangement can be found relatively cheaply. Staff will love the cheerful Christmas vibes around the office on gift day.
3. A bottle of luxury
A bottle of wine is a great place to start when gifting to staff. An extra bottle of wine in the house will never go amiss with your employees. If you want to be known as the best boss in the world then have the bottles personalised.
4. Do something niceWhy not gift your employee a service?
Arranging to have their car valeted or their house cleaned is a great surprise that shows that you have thought about their hectic life.
A clean house just before Christmas will be a dream come true.
5. A voucher… for a restaurantThere is a difference between a voucher for the cinema or a coffee shop and a voucher for a high quality local restaurant.
Not only is this showing your staff that you want them to relax it is also supporting local businesses which is great for your company as well as the others around you.
For more inspiration head over to our port, wine & cheese hampers page.
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When buying a secret santa for the boss there's always the potential for disaster but this needn't be the case. In fact, you can have a lot of fun buying a super Christmas gift for those in charge!Here's how:
1. An inspiring biography
If he or she is a real business mogul then a biography of one of the world's best businessmen or women is a fantastic present and might really please your boss.
Try Richard Branson's "Losing my Virginity" or "Wild Company" by Mel and Patricia Ziegler.
2. A great bottle of wine
If your boss is over eighteen then a bottle of wine is likely to hit the spot. From riojas to viogners there's a vast selection of choices for both taste and price.
If you want to jazz up your present then why not personalise the bottle with their name and a Christmas message.
3. A smartphone cover
A great cheap present that is functional too.
You can choose to go funny and have a picture of your boss or a particular catchphrase of theirs written on the cover.
4. A gift hamper
If your boss is hard to buy for then a hamper filled with Christmas goodies is just the thing.
You can add luxury mince pies, a bottle of red or white wine, chocolates and even a slate cheeseboard to your gift to make it even more special.
5. Office snacks gift box
A subscription to some healthy office snacks is a wonderful idea and one that a health conscious boss is sure to appreciate.
With so many companies delivering direct to your office door all you have to do is choose your treats and click send.
For a wealth of Christmas hamper ideas and inspiration have a look at our Luxury Christmas Hampers page.
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If your office is lacking Christmas cheer and festive spirit then a surprise present is a fabulous way to add some much needed sparkle to everyone's day. Small presents for everyone can turn Christmas at work into a really special occasion. Here are our five favourite surprise Christmas gifts for the office: 1. CupcakesA box of Christmassy cupcakes will go down a storm amongst your colleagues and surprising them with a sweet treat with their cuppa is a thoughtful gesture.
There are many great places to purchase cupcakes these days – from cupcake boutique to locally bakeries - but there is something extra special about homemade goodies. 2. CoffeesSurprises don't need to be expensive or showy; giving everyone a festive coffee from the local shop is a lovely idea and may even warm the heart of the office Grinch!
Ginger, mint and even Christmas pudding flavoured coffees are available if you'd like to add some extra sparkle to your gift. 3. Christmas cardsIn the digital age sometimes it can feel as if people have forgotten the real traditions of Christmas.
Receiving a Christmas card from a colleague is a lovely feeling and will make everyone smile, especially if they are handmade…get the kids to help! 4. ChutneysA small jar of chutney for a Christmas cheese board would be a unique surprise gift for your workmates.
You can buy jam, chutney and other preserves in mini jars which will make the gift less expensive but extra special. 5. If all else fails give wineIf you are out of ideas then a bottle of wine for each of your colleagues is sure to make them smile.
Arriving on the final day of work with surprise bottles of wine for everyone will get all of you in the mood for Christmas.
For more office Christmas gifts have a look at our Corporate Hamper Range.
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Showing staff that you think of their life outside of work is a great way to demonstrate your thanks.Choosing gifts for families can be a lot of fun and there are many different options to consider.Here are our top 5 gifts for staff and their families: 1. A day out
A day out with the whole family can become expensive so your staff will really appreciate tickets for the local theme park or a trip to a Christmas panto.
Such a great experience will mean that staff feel truly appreciated by their employers and are more likely to perform well. 2. A board game
Cranium, Pictionary and Monopoly are great for wiling away the time at Christmas.
When mum and dad are busy in the kitchen or wrapping presents, an exciting new board game will be a great addition to any household.
3. A membership
A family membership to the zoo or cinema is a gift that keeps on giving.
Whether it's during the long summer holidays or on a rainy weekend, your staff will thank you for putting the thought into this one.4. A gift hamper
A hamper filled with treats for the whole family is a fantastic present for staff and their families.
Pop in a bottle of wine for mum and dad as well as some biccies for the kids and maybe a selection of hot chocolates for everyone to share.
5. A donation
If you think your employees and their families would appreciate a gift of good will then make a donation to charity in their name.
You could even sponsor an animal at the zoo, buy mosquito nets for Oxfam or donate to a charity of your staff's choice.
For more Christmas present inspiration head to our Christmas Hampers page.
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Christmas is almost upon us and the list of presents to buy just keeps growing! Buying gifts for colleagues can be great though, especially if you add a bit of fun to each present. Personalising Christmas gifts is a good idea and add a little extra razzmatazz to traditional gifting.Here are our favourite personalised gifts for colleagues:1. Wine or champagne
An easy present with a thoughtful twist; these bottles can be personalised with the recipient's name and even an image if you'd like.
With bottles of red and white as well as champagne there is a tipple to fit the biggest and smallest of budgets as well as personal preference.2. Mouse mats
You can personalise almost anything these days and one of our favourite ideas has to be putting pictures of family and friends on a mouse mat!
You can upload your pictures online and have the finished articles delivered to your door. Simple as that.
3. Mugs
There is nothing stranger than the obsessive feelings people have for their coffee mug at work and nothing worse than spotting a colleague drinking from your cup.
Solve the problem by purchasing a personalised mug for everyone; from simple initials to embarrassing photos, you can have some fun here.
4. An office calendar
If you can gather enough evidence - sorry, photographs - to compile a calendar then you are on to a winner.
An embarrassing photo for each month will provide the whole office with a laugh for the rest of the year.
5. Notebooks
Bin the boring stationary and give everyone a notebook with their name embossed.
From luxurious brown leather to bright pink and fluffy there is a multitude of options and a choice for all budgets.This way no-one will mix up your important project with their weekly shopping list!If you'd like more office Christmas gift inspiration visit our Christmas Gifts page.
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Men may be tough to buy for but we have compiled a definitive guide to gifts for male colleagues to help you cope during the secret Santa season.
Here are our five suggestions for success:1. Wine and cheese
A lovely bottle of red wine and some seriously flavoursome blue cheese is a great idea; especially for recipients to take home and share with their partner.
If he doesn't like cheese then why not add some chocolates to his present for a gift nobody can resist.
2. A good book
Books are a pastime that everyone can enjoy; whether he is a fan of sci-fi or enjoys travelling, there will be a read out there that suits his interest.
With so much reading now done online, there's something a little luxurious about reading a traditionally bound, hardback book.3. Memorabilia
Most men have a hidden inner geek; at some point in his life he's sure to have hidden behind the sofa enjoying episodes of Dr Who or spent hours gaming on a Sega Mega Drive!
If you know what his passion is then why not buy him a gift to suit. Dr Who Monopoly could be a great place to start.
4. A bottle of whisky
If you know that your recipient enjoys a wee dram, then a bottle of whisky is the answer to your Christmas gifting prayers.
To show that you've put in extra effort, why not have his name printed on the bottle label for a gift that becomes a keepsake?
5. Gadgets and toys
It's true that men are just big kids so any kind of gadgetry will be a sure fire winner at Christmas.
A miniature remote controlled helicopter will provide hours of fun around the office and a classic rubix cube is still as challenging as it was in the 80s!
If you think cheese and wine are his thing then pop over to our cheese and wine hampers page for more inspiration.
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Whether you're working in a big office or a tiny one it's important to spread the Christmas cheer during the festive season.
A gift that everyone in the office can share is a great idea and one that will be sure to put you in the good books amongst your colleagues.Here are our top five sharing gift ideas:1. ChocolatesIt seems like an obvious choice but chocolates really are the common denominator for most people!
A box of high quality choccies will please everyone and you can even give a selection including diabetic-friendly and lactose free treats.
2. Home bakingIf you fancy yourself as the next Mary Berry then whip something up in the kitchen and package it nicely for a gift that goes the extra mile.
You could even personalise your baking for each of your colleagues by icing their name or producing a handmade gift tag.3. A Christmas hamperYou can find Christmas hampers to suit any size of office; a basket filled with luxury biscuits and mince pies is a great gift to bring along to your office party and doesn't need to cost the earth.
4. A bottle of wineIf it's your last day in the office before the
Christmas break then bringing a bottle of wine to work is perfectly acceptable.
A glass at the end of the day is a lovely way to say goodbye to each other for Christmas; just remember the soft drinks for the drivers!
5. A board gameOur office is full of fun around Christmas and sometimes it's great to just embrace the festive season!A classic game such as Charades or Pictionary will get everyone involved.
Or, if you're feeling adventurous, twister is a hilarious game to play with your colleagues.For more gifts for the whole office visit our Corporate Christmas gifts page.
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Ever been faced with the potentially awkward situation of gifting to a co-worker you don't know very well, if at all?Whether you're taking part in a secret Santa or required to buy gifts on behalf of a more senior member of staff, purchasing for someone you've never met can be an exciting challenge.Here are our five favourite tips to make the seemingly unachievable, achievable:1. Consider Etiquette
Ethical, cultural and religious persuasions are worth bearing in mind when purchasing a gift.
Politically charged or potentially controversial gifts are a no-no; it pays to err on the side of caution when buying for someone you may not know. 2. Avoid a gift card or voucher
Nothing screams 'I didn't know what to get you' like a gift voucher. Although it may be tempting, gift cards aren't memorable gifts.
What's more, your recipient will be able to put an immediate monetary amount on their Christmas gift and how much you value them as well.3. Stay away from smellies
A handmade bar of soap or luxury body wash might be the perfect present for a friend but for someone with sensitive skin or allergies, skincare items are best avoided; unless you can speak to someone who knows the recipient and is able to recommend their favourite perfume.
In which case you're onto a winner!4. The gift of giving
Having something to share – such as chocolates – can be a fantastic ice breaker in a social situation.
If your recipient is opening their gifts with others, why not consider a present that can be shared with the group?
A gift bag full of foodie treats is a fail safe and memorable way to delight your recipient and their friends.5. Homemade charm
If you have the time to do so, a homemade gift is one way of going the extra mile.
How about buying a coffee mug, popping in a bag of artisan coffee and making your own 'coffee spoons' – wooden spoons dipped in chocolate and rolled in chopped nuts and sprinkles?
Still stuck for ideas? Our selection of staff Christmas hampers are a fantastic gift for recipients you have yet to meet as well as those you know well.
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It can be hard deciding on the perfect gift for staff but when you have a new member on the team it can become even trickier! Here are our top tips for buying suitable Christmas presents for new members of staff:
1. Don't discriminate Christmas gifts are not the same as staff loyalty rewards. While there may be occasions when it's appropriate to gift to only one member of staff in recognition of their hard work, Christmas is a time for gifting to all; including those who have worked for twenty years or just twenty days!
2. Play it safe Sometimes it's great to mix up your gifting habits but when a new member of staff is involved it's wise to keep it simple. That doesn't mean boring though so avoid the temptation of gifting anything that doesn't reflect the gravitas of your business.
3. Ask for advice A trusted member of staff could give you great advice about a suitable gift idea for a new member of staff. An employee that has contact with everyone in the business, like a receptionist or HR manager, is a great place to start when searching for hints and tips.
4. Give a selection A selection of gifts is a sure-fire winner! A hamper filled with a wine, chocolates and some luxurious Christmas mince pies is a strong option because there's bound to be something that tickles your recipient's fancy.
5. Get personal
When your new start realises that they have been included in your Christmas gift list they are bound to be delighted. Personalising their gift shows what a great company you are and you get the added bonus that staff gifts have been shown to improve enthusiasm amongst employees!
For more inspiration, view our staff Christmas gift ideas now.
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WOODRUFF, S.C. – The Latest on the investigation after a missing woman was found chained inside a storage container (all times local):
7:45 a.m.
The man arrested after a woman was found chained on his property in rural South Carolina has been charged with multiple counts of murder.
The Spartanburg County Sheriff's website on Sunday says Todd Kohlhepp faces four counts of murder and a single kidnapping charge. A bond hearing has been set.
Sheriff Chuck Wright says Kohlhepp confessed Saturday that he was the shooter who killed four people at a motorcycle shop in 2003. Wright says Kohlhepp also showed law enforcement officers Saturday the gravesites of two of his other victims buried on his 95-acre property near Woodruff.
That's in addition to the body found Friday at the site. Wright and Coroner Rusty Clevenger identified that victim as 32-year-old Charles Carver, the boyfriend of the woman found in a locked metal container Thursday.
Wright says "God answered our prayers" in solving the 13-year-old cold case.
The sheriff says it's possible more bodies will be uncovered.
12:00 a.m.
The wife of one of the four people killed in a 2003 shooting at a South Carolina motorcycle shop says the man who authorities say confessed to the killing was a disgruntled customer.
Melissa Ponder told The Associated Press she was resigned that her husband Scott's death would never be solved before getting a phone call Saturday evening from one of the case's original detectives.
Ponder says the detectives told family members of all four victims the news at the same time — Todd Kohlhepp confessed to the killings.
Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright says along with the killings of the people found at the Superbike shop, Kohlhepp showed officers where two other people are buried on his property where they originally found a woman chained inside a container Thursday. A body found Friday has been identified as her boyfriend.
Ponder says detectives told her Kohlhepp was an angry customer who had been in the shop several times.
The Superbike killings stunned the Chesnee community, with rumors like they were committed by a Mexican drug gang or were part of a love triangle crushing the families of the victims.


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Can you believe that there was a time where only on a good day did developers have enough money to hire someone to toggle all the switches to input their code for them?
It reminds me of the days back when iPhone first came out and it did not have the ability to video yet…
You might have had a smartphone, but if you wanted to capture that video of your baby's first steps, you would still need a video recorder.
That seems almost taboo, right?
Well, the thing about technology is that it is always evolving…
And, what was once something we would have never even considered a possibility suddenly becomes the center of an everyday norm.
So, when it comes to software development, it is no different…
Instead of developers having to hope they can afford someone to input their code into the machine, they now work with teams spread across multiple continents consisting of people speaking several different languages.
And, to make things even better, there are several new and evolving technologies that are transforming the industry of software development:
- Smarter languages
Originally, computer languages were designed to make it easy to do just about anything with a computer…
But, now, they are designed to make it hard to do anything but the right thing.
Over the years, technology and smarter languages have allowed programmers to help keep programs safe from people making detrimental mistakes. For example, they have created a specific class of variables that don't change.
- Frameworks
Very little programming actually begins from scratch these days – thanks to all the new technologies…
Framework, for example, provides the literal framework needed for the program. Then, it allows the programmer to just tweak it a little bit rather than completely writing the code from scratch. This saves a ton of time and hassle!
- Virtual machines
Do you remember the days when you had to write code for real chunks of silicon?
Well, those days are mostly gone. Now, most code written simply runs on virtual machines that will translate your instruction for you onto something already understood by the chip.
- Browsers
Once upon a time, people wrote software for servers, for devices, and for desktops. Each individual one had its own way of communicating.
But, now, everything simply goes through the browser which will work across several platforms.
- Better databases
With time, the databases have continued to make things easier for users…
Today's databases shoulder things like storing images, tracking locations, and maintaining social networks.
- Social media portals
Before social media, you had to build your own site and hope that somebody out there would find it somehow. And, when they finally did, you had to cross your fingers that your URL was cool enough for them to remember.
But, thanks to social media portals like Facebook, you can build an app that you can integrate with their platform to a point.
- Performance monitoring
Of course, monitoring your success is a vital part to understanding your business…
In the beginning, you had to print out the time when the code began and when it ended to track the power of it.
But, now, there are modern tools that will simply track it for you and help you better understand what is right and what is wrong.
- Libraries
As a close cousin to framework, a library is a collection of routines that coders can no longer live without. This ranges in everything from Allegro to Corona.
- Continuous integration
Once you checked in code to a repository, you used to find yourself with an ample amount of time to kill.
However, now, code repositories are tightly linked to continuous build systems – this automatically recompiles your code. Within just a few minutes, you will be notified of any potential errors.
- Transpilers
Despite the fact that you might think they are more like robots, programmers are indeed humans, too. Deciding which language to use can be quite difficult – with one programmer choosing language A, while another will only use language B or D, but never A.
However, thanks to transpilers, a program that is written in one language are simply sucked out and turn into language that can run on another program – it is like a translator for the software development industry.
Just like most things in life, technology is always changing. And, with those changes comes a lot of noise from other software and systems around us which can make managing your software difficult.
But, thankfully, with the updates in technology, also comes things that transform industries like software development – improving how we design, read, and manage things like code.
What technology do you think has transformed software development the most? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.Google+


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Who Can Refinance An FHA Loan? We've been examining that question recently and according to HUD 4000.1, the FHA loan handbook, at least one borrower on the FHA refinance loan transaction must have legal title to the property. Under a section titled, "Borrower Eligibility", we learn:
"At least one Borrower on the refinancing Mortgage must hold title to the Property being refinanced prior to case number assignment." But there is also, depending on the nature of the home to be refinanced, a requirement on the property type itself. HUD 4000.1 states:
"For a transaction involving a Manufactured Home to be considered a refinance, the Manufactured Home must have been permanently erected on a site for more than twelve months prior to case number assignment."
What are some other FHA refinance loan requirements? One issue relates to the practice of imminent domain. According to the FHA handbook, "For cases endorsed on or before September 30, 2015, the Mortgagee must not approve any Mortgage that refinances or otherwise replaces a Mortgage that has been subject to eminent domain condemnation or seizure, by a state, municipality, or any other political subdivision of a state."
Other FHA loan rules govern areas such as the age that a borrower must be in order to apply for an FHA refinance loan-applicants must be of "legal age" in order to apply. There are also LTV restrictions, which depend on how long the borrower has owned the home or how old the FHA case number is.
Since the FHA loan is based in part on the adjusted value of the property, potential FHA refinance loan applicants should be aware of the following, from HUD 4000.1 page 155:
"For Properties acquired by the Borrower within 12 months of the case number assignment date, the Adjusted Value is the lesser of:
-the Borrower's purchase price, plus any documented improvements made subsequent to the purchase; or
-the Property Value.
-Properties acquired by the Borrower within 12 months of case number assignment by inheritance or through a gift from a Family Member may utilize the calculation of Adjusted Value for properties purchased 12 months or greater.
-For properties acquired by the Borrower greater than or equal to 12 months prior to the case number assignment date, the Adjusted Value is the Property Value."
So we see that the answer to the question, "Who can refinance an FHA loan" depends on the fact that the borrower is the legal title holder, and how/when the property to be refinanced was acquired. Talk to your loan officer if you aren't clear on how these rules affect your transaction.


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(AP) An impasse that led Haiti to suspend elections indefinitely could undermine efforts to reduce poverty and shore up democracy unless a solution is found soon, according to the chief of the U.N. stabilization mission in Haiti.
Sandra Honore, the top United Nations envoy to Haiti, told The Associated Press that it's important for the suspended electoral cycle to be resolved as quickly as possible "given the tense moments that the country is living right now." For 12 years, the world body has kept a mission in Haiti designed to focus on security and stability.
"I would hope that reason will prevail and that the best possible solution will be arrived at to prevent the country from regressing," she told AP in a Tuesday interview at the headquarters of the U.N. mission.
A presidential and legislative runoff was called off less than 48 hours before the Jan. 24 vote was set to begin amid a surge of violent protests and deep suspicion that a first round was rigged in favor of the ruling party's presidential candidate.
Outgoing President Michel Martelly is scheduled to step down Feb. 7, threatening to leave a political vacuum.
For days, Haiti's political leaders and others with influence have been working to find a solution to the crisis.
Martelly has asked the Organization of American States to send a mission to help Haitians reach agreement, and he has also asked several sectors to pick members for a new Provisional Electoral Council, which oversees the country's election process. On Wednesday, however, the Economic Forum asked Provisional Electoral Council President Pierre-Louis Opont to step down.
Hours later, the OAS approved Martelly's request with Nicaragua and Venezuela both expressing concerns. They noted that Haiti's ongoing political crisis was being discussed by their leaders and 30 others at the Latin American and Caribbean States summit in Quito, Ecuador and they didn't want to duplicate efforts or go against their respective government's decisions on the crisis.
But with the clock ticking on the end of Martelly's five-year term on Feb. 7 and no agreement on how the country will be governed in his absence, Haiti's Permanent Representative to the OAS Bocchit Edmond said, "we have no time to spare."
"This is not an invitation to meddle in our affairs," Edmond said during an OAS hearing in Washington on Haiti's disputed electoral process. "It has been rather an appeal to solidarity, for assistance in asking you to observe Haitians finding a Haitian solution."
Evalliere Beauplan said he doesn't see the need for the OAS and senators were currently reviewing several proposals. "Everybody agrees that President Martelly has to go on Feb. 7 and we are working on a formula to replace him. The Senate is working, the Church is working, the private sector is working. I don't see a reason why he needs to invite the OAS. They have no place in this right now."
"The international community needs to take a step back, and give us a chance today to find a solution among ourselves. Every time the international community involves itself in our affairs, it handicaps the country," he said.
The violent opposition protests that flared in the capital last week have died down. Some pro-government demonstrations have taken place outside Port-au-Prince. In northern Haiti, government supporters demanding elections, blocked the entrance to a border market, a university and the Caracol Industrial Park with strategically placed street blockades. Some 6,000 workers were unable to make it to work inside the park, costing tens of thousands of dollars in lost revenue to the Haitian economy, a park official said.
Honore called on political actors to publicly repudiate violence in Haiti, the hemisphere's poorest country and one of the most unequal in the world.
"In order to attract investment, in order to be able to create more jobs, which the country desperately needs, these acts of violence and acts of intimidation only serve to deter" progress in Haiti, she said.
The U.N. mission, largely made up of a foreign force of troops and police, has been in Haiti since the chaos following a 2004 rebellion that ousted then-president Jean-Bertrand Aristide.
The mission is deeply unpopular with many Haitians. Scientific papers have suggested there is ample evidence to show that U.N. peacekeepers from Nepal inadvertently brought cholera to Haiti after human waste was dumped in the country's biggest river, some 10 months after a January 2010 earthquake devastated much of Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas. The epidemic has killed some 9,000 people.
Miami Herald Staff Writer Jacqueline Charles contributed to this report.


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By Maddie Fetchiet
On March 10, 2012, the WWE Road to Wrestlemania Tour will invade the Breslin Center. Super stars like Ted DiBiase Jr., Wade Barrett, Randy Orton and many more will perform a variety of entertaining fights for the audiences of all ages.
Tickets range from $15-$60, and are still available for purchase through the Wharton Center.
Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show kicks off at 7:30 p.m., so don't miss out on a great show to end Spring Break with a bang.
I spoke with WWE sports entertainer, Ted DiBiase Jr. about his upcoming performance.
Q: How long have you been involved with WWE?
A: Going on five years, six years total in wrestling. Working with WWE is like fulfilling a childhood dream for me. My father was a wrestler very well known as the Million Dollar Man. I'm actually a third-generation wrestler; my grandpa and grandma both were wrestlers, so after I got my education I finally said 'Dad I want to be like you.'
Q: How did you get started as a wrestler?
A: I strongly said I wanted to be a wrestler. I trained under Harley Race who was hall-of-famer, who wrestled my father and grandfather. I also spent time in Japan to get experience. Eventually WWE hired me and sent me to Tampa for their developmental program. I debuted on T.V. on May. 26, 2008, and I haven't looked back since.
Q: The Road to Wrestlemania Tour visits East Lansing in March…why do you think this is a good place for an event like this?
A: The great thing about WWE is it's world wide. Michigan always has great crowds; the fans are wonderful. The WWE universe is so responsive, especially the kids who are always so excited to see us. It's a great family outing for an affordable price.
Q: What does the East Lansing tour stop have in store for us?
A: The big show is the 7-foot Giant versus the World Heavy Weight Champion, Daniel Bryan. Street fighting is also in the mix and involves more tables and chairs and everything. The street fight will be between Randy Orton and Wade Barrett. The world's strongest man will also be there and he's like a grizzly bear of a man, the guy is massive, so it should be a fun time.
Q: You will be facing WWE super star, Hunico in the ring…is there anything significant about this fight?
A: We have a history because he recently broke my arm, so I'm out for revenge. It's personal.
Q: What kind of crowd demographic do you hope to draw in for the show?
A: The great thing about WWE is it's appealing to everyone. There's a lot of action so it draws a lot of different people. I'm sure on a college campus it'll be fun because they're rowdy and fun. We feed off of the crowds so it helps us get into it.
Q: What about these upcoming performances are you excited about in particular?
A: With the big matches, they're always exciting. Every event is special. Once you walk through curtain into the crowd, it's a memory. It's kind of like a drug, an adrenaline rush. I'm always eager to get in ring and compete.


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Notre Dame tops Athens.
By: The Review | Towanda Daily Review | October 11, 2017
By: The Review | Towanda Daily Review | October 11, 2017
The Elmira Notre Dame boys' soccer team gave Athens their first loss of the season, 2-1, in cross-border action on Tuesday.
For Notre Dame, Dan Stearns headed in a goal off of a Kevin Bayne free kick and Connor Simpson headed in a Dan Stearns corner kick for the game-winner.
For Athens, Ethan Lane scored off of an assist from Willey Tilley and Lucas Arnold.
Athens out shot Notre Dame, 11-10, and held the edge in corner kicks, 6-3.
Athens keeper Braden Priester finished with four saves and ND's Declan Sharma had seven saves.
Hailey Jayne and Sarah Bird each scored a hat trick to lead Wyalusing to their 6-2 win over Williamson on Tuesday.
Jayne also added an assist for the Rams, as did Hannah Chamberlain.
Scoring for Williamson was Sarah Learn and Felisha Earle.
Wyalusing out shot Williamson 16-10 and held the edge in corner kicks, 5-2.
Hannah Shadduck scored two goals in NEB's 4-0 win over NPM on Tuesday.
Karissa Cowles and Krista Hallett each scored goals for NEB, and Morgan Fries, Erika Vough, Abby Goble and Annaleigh Loziere each had an assist.
NEB out shot NPM, 27-3, and held the edge in corner kicks, 7-2.
NEB's Kiah Russell finished with three saves and NPM's Alaina Mckee had seven.
The Green Hornets defeated the Black Knights, 4-1, in girls' soccer action on Tuesday.
For Wellsboro, Emma Poirier scored two goals, Kailee Clymer scored one goal and assisted another, Kerrah Clymer scored one goal and Jessica McCarthy assisted a goal.
For Towanda, Hannah Chilson scored her team's lone goal on a Teagan Willey assist.
Wellsboro out shot Towanda, 33-5, and Towanda held the edge in corner kicks, 1-0.
Towanda keeper Erica Locke finished with 18 saves and Wellsboro's Sydney Tremper had two.
Elle Nittinger scored two goals, one in each half, to lead Waverly to their 3-0 win over CV on Tuesday.
Kayla Kromelbein scored Waverly's other goal and Melina Ortiz assisted one goal.
Waverly out shot CV, 15-6, and held the edge in corner kicks, 4-3.
Waverly keeper Zoe Mennig had five saves on the night.
"I think we caught CV off guard a bit," Waverly coach Tara Hogan said. "They were a very physical team, which is good for us to practice against. We had a great start with great speed. Our passing wasn't our best, but we continued to improve. Elle had a great game tonight. She worked her position very well. We tried some new things/positions tonight in preparation for post season play. Sarah Uhl had a great game at midfield and at center forward. Our defensive line switched a bit in the second half and they proved to work very well together. Gabby Picco tried her hand at center defense while Cora was moved to back left. The transition was smooth. This just goes to show just how much depth this team has and how versatile these girls are. For the girls to win this game, with this being our last in-season game, was huge for us."
Four different Trojans scored goals in their non-league girls' soccer win Tuesday.
Nicole McClellan, Madison McClelland, Sadie Shedden and Riley McClellan all found the back of the net.
Macy McCarthy had a goal and an assist for the Griffins. Bethany Beinlich had the other goal while Madison Burke had an assist.
On senior night the Tigers fell as three different girls found the back of the net.
Destini Sweet, Emily Polo Rankin and Mackenzie Macumber all scored with Macumber also getting an assist.
Kylie Zimmerman had 17 saves for Tioga while Cheyenne Harkins added one.
Watkins Glen out shot Tioga 32-21 while both teams had four corner kicks each.
"On this senior night and last game of the season we came out in the first half flying to the ball and working hard to contain 20 goal scorer Hannah Morse," said Tioga coach Jim Walsh. "Our defense held her in check until the second half. Madison Howey worked exceptionally hard at the central defense position. But in the second half WG wore us down and started finding clear shots on goal. We made a spirited comeback to keep the game interesting but Morse's second goal iced it for Watkins Glen."
Walsh noted that they will be losing four key seniors.
"Tioga seniors Cheyenne Harkins, Audra Jaye, MiKayla Rafferty, and Emily Polo Rankin will be sorely missed," he said.