text:
The Bukhara Cultural & Theme Tours will take you on an amazing journey where you can interact with the locals on Uzbekistan Tours and learn more about their lifestyle. You will be able to live a local life with them and make the best of Bukhara Tours.
EuroAsia Travels will provide you with the best Uzbekistan Travel Advice along with our private Transportation In Uzbekistan that is immensely comfortable. They make travelling to Bukhara Region and visiting various Bukhara Sights on your Bukhara Day Tours extremely relaxing.
We would love to hear from you and resolve your queries.
Start planning your tailor-made tour to Uzbekistan with one of our hand-picked local Travel Expert .
There is nothing as per law in Uzbek that a woman must wear, so you can bring your clothes that you love to wear. However, the country has its own culture and we believe you won't like to offend it. So, we recommend packing some light shirts, t-shirts, jeans and long-sleeved dresses covering knees. You need to wear a scarf or something that covers your head while entering a mosque. You can pack some swim-dress to wear near your pool at your hotel.
Well, it's really up to you. Bring as much as you want to spend in Uzbekistan. The country is not much expensive but most for paying most of the things you will need cash. Cards are not much accepted here. You can exchange your money at the airport or in any hotel or banks of Uzbekistan (both in private & govt. bank). Keep in mind that you need to pay tips in restaurants and to porters (not mandatory, but expected as it's almost a custom to tip).
No, drinking tap water isn't considered safe in Uzbekistan. We highly recommend using bottled water while you are in Uzbekistan. Also, make sure to eat clean and well-cooked food. If you are visiting Uzbek inn hot time make sure to keep big water bottles as you will feel thirsty due to the hot climate especially in the day time.
Well, the answer is No. Uzbekistan is not only a magical country with a rich history and spectacular natural beauty but also a very friendly country to visit. If you are afraid of if it is safe, then let us tell you even the country is safe for solo woman travelers. Uzbek people are warm and friendly. They will easily welcome you as their guest. Choose a reliable tour operator and explore the best of the country without any fear.
Of course, you can avail alcohol in Uzbekistan. It is kind of part of their life. Alcohol is taken by many Uzbek people especially, the Russians. Soviet people introduced Vodka and other alcoholic drinks that are now a part of their life. However, some very strict Muslims don't prefer drinking. However, it is allowed and legal in the country.
Uzbekistan is famous for its ancient cities like Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, Shakhrisabz, Termez, and Tashkent that are explained in many historical stories. These places have some stunning old Islamic architecture buildings that make it famous. As well, the natural beauty, mountains, and rich history of the country usually fascinate its travelers.
Uzbek people eat many types of food in their daily life. The dishes of Uzbekistan are delicious. Mostly they eat and drink soups, meat dishes, floury dishes, bread, milk, and oriental sweets. They share their culinary style mostly with Turkic people. Mostly they have a whole meal in one pot. You can try some local cuisine during your visit to Uzbekistan like; Plov, Shashlik, Lagman Soup, Shurpa, Dimlama, Chuchvara, Samsa, and more.
While visiting to Uzbek you are recommended to have the following vaccination-
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
The country is best to visit at any time except the summer season (July & August). During these 2 months, the country is at its highest temperature that goes up to 40-degree Celsius. However, spring and autumn are a great time to visit Uzbek i.e. from April to May and September to early November. During this period the country remains dry with a clear sky and cool temp.
The tropical climate of the country is great for malaria mosquitoes; hence once malaria was the worst health threat in Uzbekistan. To protect people from falling ill in malaria the govt. of Uzbek has taken various steps and in 2010 the country became malaria-free. Now it has won the WHO certificate as a malaria-free country. Hence, you can stay stress-free about malaria.
In July 2018, Uzbekistan started an E-visa facility and there are 76 nationalists can apply for a visa online. You can go to the official E-visa site, and apply for your e-visa by filling a form online. The total cost is 20USD. It takes 2 to 3 working days for processing your visa and then you can get a confirmation in your mail. The payment you can do only in the working hours. If you are not from a country where you can go for e-visa, then you can go with the traditional way. You can book it from the embassy.
There are 21 countries that enjoy visa free entry to Uzbekistan. Here is the cost for Uzbekistan-
Cost for 30-days single-entry or multiple-entry visa- US$60 to US$100 for most nationalities
Cost for 30-days single-entry or multiple-entry visa - $160 for US nationalities
Additional entry cost- $10Per entry


text:
An Asian woman was subjected to a string of degrading racist comments after she turned down an offer of going on a lunch date with a man in Los Angeles. The incident took place on Monday afternoon at the El Taurino restaurant located Hoover street near Koreatown.
The victim, a Korean woman, was waiting in the line for her order at the restaurant when the man, who identified himself as Fredrick Douglas Smith, approached her with an offer to have lunch with him. Smith even handed his card to the Asian woman.
Racist Man Brags Being a Contributor to Obama Administration
Perturbed over the racist abuse, the woman, identified as HD Lee, took to Instagram to describe her ordeal. She posted the video of the incident, stating that she will never forget the words that the racist man uttered.
Detailing her abuse, Lee said that she was verbally and almost physically assaulted by a stranger due to the color of her skin. "I was waiting in line to order food, the person next to me handed me their card and said let's have lunch together. I declined and said, "I'm sorry, I'm married." He then snatched his card back and screamed the most HATEFUL racial slurs and DEGRADING words in the English dictionary towards me," wrote Lee in her post.
In the two-minute video, the man, wearing a pink colored T-shirt and blue cap, is seen hurling abuses at Lee calling her a 'f***ng Asian c**t'. When Lee asked people standing next to her for help, Smith is heard saying, "Yeah help her get back to fucking Asia. Nobody ain't gonna help you."
Smith is then seen removing his mask and revealing his identity, social security number and date of birth. Stating that he is a contributor to the Obama administration, Smith is heard saying, "You f***ng Asian c**t! Get the fuck out of here, you b***h!"
LAPD Refuses To File Report
Lee, who was on a work call when the incident occurred, is heard telling a 'Tanya' that she is being racially abused. Not done with his outburst, the black male is then heard telling Lee that she looks like s**t.
Then, two employees of the restaurant intervened and led the shouting black man away. Before moving out Smith is heard saying, "Tell her to stop shooting. Black lives matter."
Revealing that she was appalled that someone would tell her to "Go back to Asia" after being born and raised in the US, Lee said that it was disappointing that LAPD said there's NOTHING they can do to address the situation. Speaking to NextShark, Lee said that cops told her that this happens all the time while refusing to file her report.
Urging people to share the video to raise awareness about treating everyone with love and kindness is more important now than ever before, Lee said that she hopes and the man can be recognized and given some help before another person is attacked.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Spencer Associates is a professional corporation, located in Palo Alto, California, which has been recognized for our service and design excellence for more than eight decades. Founded in 1927 by Edridge T. Spencer, our practice is focused on the desire to shape the built environment for people's use and enjoyment while protecting and preserving the beauty and substance of nature as a resource for the future.
We are a general architectural practice with substantial experience in the areas of educational, civic, institutional, and recreational design. We have accomplished educational projects for universities and secondary schools, civic facilities for municipalities throughout the Bay Area, museums and visitor centers for state and federal clients throughout the country, and recreational projects for local, state, and national parks.
Spencer Associates offers basic architectural services including programming, master planning, architecture, interior design, and interpretive design. In addition, we utilize the services of consultants with whom we have established long term working relationships, including landscape architects, civil engineers, structural engineers, mechanical engineers, and electrical engineers, to provide comprehensive architectural services.


text:
In 1964 Éire Óg bridged a seven-year gap when the Blues were crowned north Tipperary senior hurling champions following a great win over Roscrea at MacDonagh Park. Our thanks go to Enda O'Sullivan for digging up the following report from fifty years ago – this match report was published in the edition of the Nenagh Guardian dated October 1st, 1964.
North Tipperary Senior Hurling Champions, Roscrea, were sent crashing from their throne Sunday, when they were beaten by an inspired Éire Óg to take their first senior hurling crown since 1957.
Éire Óg's form was a revelation and must have astonished even the most optimistic of their own followers among the attendance of 3,800. From first to last they hurled with a daring, dashing will to win and made a mockery of those who had doubted their ability.
Many felt that Éire Óg would make a good fight of it, but only a good fight; their own fervent supporters said they would win, but who expected to see Roscrea, on the crest of the wave, fold up to the tune of 5-12 to 2-5.
Éire Óg reached undreamed of heights in the opening ten minutes, and the holders had no answer to their brilliant first-time hurling. If this brilliance dimmed somewhat later, their determination never faltered and the fact that they were going as strong at the finish as at the start was a tribute to their trainer, Garda Jim Hughes.
Roscrea could never match the Nenagh team in the first half but the holders did improve after the interval and for a period were in command but failed to push home their advantage. The superbly fit Éire Óg side finished the stronger and Roscrea's second goal came almost in the last minute. The difference between the teams was that Éire Óg were expertly served in almost every position, whereas although Roscrea had a number of players to match their opponents these could not compensate for the shortcomings of the remainder.
There were scenes of great excitement after the Éire Óg captain, Mick Burns, had been presented with the Frank McGrath Cup by Mr Jim Ryan, Chairman of the North Tipperary Board. This excitement continued into the evening and bonfires blazed in celebration of Éire Óg 's great triumph that brought the title to Nenagh for the third time in almost half a century.
It was a colourful scene as the teams, with Éire Óg in light blue and Roscrea in their familiar red jerseys, paraded over the green sward of MacDonagh Park in the late September sunshine behind the Nenagh C.B.S. band. The pitch was in perfect trim and a credit to the grounds man, Mr Jack Roberts, who had put so much work into it the previous week in preparation for the big day.
Roscrea won the toss and Éire Óg were, set to play, into the town goals. The Nenagh team were the first to attack and from a line ball out on the left Mick Burns centred beautifully but the ball was cleared and Roscrea raced into the attack. From Francis Loughnane's drive, Johnny McGrath, pulling first time in the air drove the ball downfield. Back came the holders and Mickey Nolan raced down the centre to drive over their first point.
Hardly had the cheers of the Roscrea supporters died away when Gerry Quinlan brought Éire Óg supporters to their feet as he broke his way past two defenders, pushed the ball up to his full-forward line and Oliver Tucker was on hand to turn it into the Roscrea net. Éire Óg were hurling as if their very lives depended on it and Roscrea reeled backwards as the side in the light blue jerseys again went on the attack and Terry Moloney, with a great effort, hammered the ball to the net for the second time.
Michael Kearns tried to work his way through but was held and from the free Moloney drove the ball high and straight between the posts and minutes later Pádraig Kennedy sent over a great point from way out on the left wing. In a Roscrea attack Connie Cleere saved well from John Dillon and McGrath cleared up-field, and then came the greatest goal of the game as Michael Kearns rounded Niall Heffernan, bore down on the Roscrea goals and with a left-handed drive gave Leo Dooley no chance whatsoever with a ball that rocketed into the top of the net, and unbelievably the Nenagh team were ahead by 3-3 to 0-1 with less than nine minutes of play gone.
In those opening nine minutes Éire Óg had really struck lop form and though their standard dropped somewhat for the remainder of the first half, it was nevertheless, top class and It would be difficult to level any kind of criticism at such a display of hurling skill and fervour. Roscrea had no answer to the play of the new champions and never really recovered from their whirlwind start. After Kearns goal the Nenagh team again got back on the attack and forced a 70 that Leo Dooley saved and cleared up-field and Francis Loughnane scored the holder's second point. A free to Éire Óg was pointed by Moloney and then a drive by Kearns went wide.
Dooley saved a shot from Adrian Ayres before Moloney chalked up goal number four for the still rampant Nenagh team, as he connected with, a cross by Pádraig Kennedy. Loughnane kept Roscrea hopes alive with a point, and at the other end Kennedy was wide for Éire Óg, their third and last wide of the first half. Roscrea began to come more into the game, and Johnny McGrath swept the ball almost off the toes of the holder's full forward, John Dillon, and out of play. Roscrea had their fourth score when Nolan took a pass from Barney Hogan to swing over a point. Hogan moved back to midfield to partner Mick Minogue with Pat Dynan moving to the full-forward line.
Again Moloney was on the mark with a point from a free for Éire Óg and after Dooley had saved a shot by Tony Tierney, the Nenagh team had three points in succession, the first from a long-range free by Mick Burns and the remaining two coming from Ayres and Kennedy. Roscrea had a chance from a 21 yards free but Loughnane's shot at goal was saved, and a row developed near the Nenagh goalmouth. The holders were given a second 2l yards free and on this occasion Loughnane drove over a point, and seconds later the half-time whistle went to leave Éire Óg ahead by 4-7 to 0-5.
For the second half Roscrea completely re-arranged their back division. Kieran Carey took over at centre-back with Pat Dynan on his right and Patsy Boland on his left. Mick Hogan moved to full back, Owen Killoran to left corner-back and Cronin Murphy to right corner-back. Jimmy Carroll, who had come, an as a substitute for Niall Heffernan, was now up in the full-forward line. Minutes after the restart Éire Óg came very near to increasing their lead as Michael Kearns again rounded his opponent and fired in a shot that hit Dooley on the shoulder and went out for a 70 which Burns drove to the left of the posts. The ball was knocked back into play and an Éire Óg player took a quick shot that went wide. The Nenagh team increased their lead when Kennedy whipped over a point, and Roscrea came back for a similar score by Nolan.
Kearns was fouled as he tried to work his way through the Roscrea defence and from the free, Moloney was again on the target for a point. Roscrea were in command for a period but the Éire Óg defence was equal to all demands on It. Finally, the holders got through for a goal they richly deserved as a Nenagh defender blundered and Jimmy Carroll drove the ball to the net. The holders had a great chance from a 21 yards free but Jimmy Carroll missed his stroke and on the second attempt off the ground drove the ball wide.
Éire Óg had been playing "seconds" to the holders for quite a spell but now began to fight their way back on top. Kearns, who had moved to the half forward line in a switch with Ayres, won possession in the middle of the field, broke away and "flicked" out a pass to the unmarked Kennedy who promptly slammed it between the posts for another point. Minutes later the Nenagh team scored again, Ayres sending ever a great point from cut near the sideline.
Play was scrappy at this stage and each side had a, number of wides. Hogan reduced arrears for the holders with a point and when Loughnane was fouled the same player duly pointed the free. The Nenagh team were four clear goals ahead at this stage, and this was increased to five as Ayres connected with a cross by Tucker and slammed the ball to the net. The crowd was streaming from the grounds as Moloney pointed another Éire Óg free, and then in the last minute Loughnane raced through to crash home Roscrea's second goal.
It was a great display by the Éire Óg team and one that will long be remembered in the division, for not even their most carefree optimists could have foreseen so resounding a victory. It was essentially a team achievement, but one player stood head and shoulders above all others and that was Éire Óg's midfielder, Phil Hennessy.
Hennessy was immense for the entire hour, raining long drives into the heart of Roscrea territory and completely outplaying those sent to curb his activities. Hennessy, who has been in London for some time past, has taken up employment with a Nenagh firm and will be training with the remainder of his team mates for their semi-final clash with the winners of the Holycross-Marlfield tie.
Right: Éire Óg captain Mick Burns pictured holding the Frank McGrath Cup fifty years ago.
Hennessy was the man of the hour for the Nenagh team but Eddie O'Donnell, Johnny McGrath and Michael Kearns must all claim very high ratings for their displays. O'Donnell gave a tremendous display in the first half, time and again coming through to clear his lines and he was equally effective after the interval. McGrath had another great hour at full back, despite the fact that for the entire second half he played with a nasty head injury that later necessitated five stitches, and Kearns had his best ever game In senior ranks and repeatedly had the Roscrea defence in trouble as he moved goal wards.
That quartet were truly outstanding for the winners, but Mick Burns, Terry Moloney, Adrian Ayres and Pádraig Kennedy all contributed handsomely. Burns was always in control of his area, Moloney was leading scorer with two great goals despite the presence of Kieran Carey and from five frees had a hundred per cent success. Ayres had an old leg wound received in a college game re-opened and later had two stitches inserted in the Injury, but both he and Kennedy picked off some great scores. The efforts of those already mentioned would have hardly met with such outstanding success but for the heroics of Phil Murray, Paddy Kearns, Tony Tierney, Christy Morgan, Ollie Tucker, Gerry Quinlan and goalkeeper Ollie Cleere.
Roscrea did not deserve to be beaten by thirteen points but on the day's play wore inferior to the challengers. A number of their players failed to come up to expectations. Leo Dooley made some fine saves in goal and had little chance with the five that beat him, while Kieran Carey, Mick Minogue, Barney Hogan, Francis Loughnane, Donie Moloney battled hard all the way.
Éire Óg scores came from: T. Moloney (2-5), A. Ayres (1-2), P. Kennedy (0-4), M, Kearns (1-0), O. Tucker (1-0), M. Burns (0-1). Roscrea scorers were: F. Loughnane (1-3), J, Carroll (1-0), B. Hogan (0-2), M. Nolan (6-2), J. Dillon (0-1).
Nenagh Éire Óg: C. Cleere (goal); C. Morgan, J. McGrath, E. O'Donnell; M. Burns (capt.), P. Murray, P. Kearns; P. Hennessy, T. Tierney; a. Ayres, G. Quinlan, P. Kennedy; M. Kearns, T. Moloney, O. Tucker.
Roscrea: L. Dooley (goal); M. Hogan, K. Carey, N. Heffernan C. Murphy, P. Roland, O. Killoran; P Dynan (capt.), M. Minogue; S. Carroll, M. Nolan, F. Loughnane; B. Hogan, J. Dillon, D. Moloney. Sub: J. Carroll for Heffernan.
Referee: M Carey (Ballinahinch).
The Nenagh Éire Óg Club Lotto represents the club's key fundraising initiative.
Please consider supporting the Blues by playing our club lotto online: click here!
Just watch how far we can stretch your €2!
Alternatively you can also support Nenagh Éire Óg by paying your club membership. Membership for 2014 is now due and can be paid to any club officer or online. The cost of membership is priced at €25.
Help us to make the dreams of our players come true!
If you need to contact Éire Óg please do so via our Contact page. You can also keep in touch by accessing our Facebook page or by following @nenagheireog on Twitter.


text:
DECO ART-All-purpose metallic acrylic for walls, furniture, or accent pieces. Use on most surfaces including paintable wallpaper. Apply with brush or sponge. Shake well. Soap and water clean-up. Water-based. Includes 10 U.S. fluid ounces.
Conforms to ASTM D4236. Warning: May be harmful if swallowed. Contains: Soluble copper. Precautions: Keep out of reach of children.


text:
I've been going to the old Women's Fitness -- now called Transformations for Women -- for the past two weeks and I'm lovin' it!!
First, what I hated about other health clubs:
- The special gear and clothes you're expected to show up with.
- The pressure: to start every class by the clock! I've got tons of deadlines and instructions. Who wants to stress over de-stressing?
- Competing to look your best when you feel your worst. Let's face it we don't go there because we don't need it...
- Too few activities. Boredom sets in real fast when all there is to do is steps and aerobics.
- No pool!!! Or a cold one brrrrrr...
Transformations for Women, on Rt 35, in Oakhurst (Ocean Twp) has none of what I didn't like and everything I craved!! You can hang loose. And it's just us gals, which I love!
Apologies to my many gal pals who have been trying to get me to go there for years. ;-(
There are comments on this post. Please scroll down or click on the right to read.


text:
With Enrolment now open, Kirklees College has teamed up with Mylo and Rosie from Pulse 1 Breakfast to showcase some of the courses available to enrol on from September and what new students can expect when they join college.
As some students may not have been able to visit the college in person, the breakfast show duo toured the Huddersfield Centre to learn more about the fantastic facilities and speak to students about their experience at Kirklees College.
In the Travel and Tourism department, Mylo and Rosie boarded the on-site air cabin and were taught how to perform an in-flight safety demonstration by students and staff. In the Hair and Beauty salon, the hosts learnt how to cut hair and trim beards before moving on to Forensic Science where they worked with students to examine a crime scene and crack the case.
To celebrate the start of Enrolment at Kirklees College, students have the opportunity to win instant prizes thanks to Pulse 1, including an Amazon Echo Dot, Nando's and Starbucks vouchers, cinema tickets and more up for grabs.
Students can enrol now to secure their place for September 2021. With over 300 full-time courses and apprenticeships available, as well as adult and higher education options, Kirklees College are available to support students make the right choice for them.
To watch the full Mylo and Rosie Access All Areas video, visit the Kirklees College YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/user/kirkleescollege.


text:
Indulge in an authentic Italian feast without leaving your home with our Italian Night In Comfort Food Care Package. Whether you're craving a taste of Little Italy, The North End of Boston, Bella Vista in Philly, or The Hill in St. Louis, our package has got you covered. Start off with a tasty combination of salty and savory cheeses, crackers, and crostinis, paired with red wine and savory sausage for the perfect appetizer. Next, dig into a plate of linguine pasta drenched in rich marinara sauce, and finish with a sweet touch of artisanal chocolate biscotti bites. Buon appetite! Enjoy a taste of Italy in your own home.
Original Water Crackers by Capeachio's - 4.4 oz. Garlic Cheese by Mountain View Farms - 6 oz. Vegetable Cheddar Cheese by Mountain View Farms - 6 oz. Linguine Pasta by Bona Furtuna - 1.1 lb. Original Passata Sauce by Bona Furtuna - 25.4 oz.. Sea Salt Grilled Crostini Toasts by Stonewall Kitchen - 4.5 oz. Sweet Soppressata by Brooklyn Cured - 5 oz. Dark Chocolate Cubetti by Fusion Gourmet - .9 oz. – Qty. 2 Hazelnut Cubetti by Fusion Gourmet - .9 oz. – Qty. 2 Recipe Card


text:
This layout is very inspiring, from the colors, to the sketch interpretation, to the amazing embellishments! I am all about vintage and this definitely has that beautiful vintage flare. Don't you love all of the layers of collage papers, along with the dimensional flowers? The machine stitching adds that special touch to the layout. This layout is based on a sketch that can be adapted to fit any occasion. Just switch out the sentiment and paper to create your own fabulous layout.
Mona started her layout using the Shoreline Treasures collection from Pion Designs. To add some distress watercolor, she created the light blue layered blossoms using Tim Hotz Distress Watercolor Markers, along with Tim Holtz Watercolor paper. Next she took Heartfelt Creations stamps and coordinating Spellbinders Paper Arts dies. Using the distress watercolor technique, she colored the blueprint seashell.
Mona created a unique embellishment by taking a piece of wood in a bag of pot-pourri and used it as a banner topper.
For her sketch inspiration, she the used the Let's Get Sketchy Week 4 sketch challenge. Sketches are such a wonderful way to get your creative mind started so you can complete your layout with your own wonderful inspiration..
Mona Pendleton is the very talented designer of this layout. I highly recommend you stop by Cupcake's Creations Design for more outstanding projects.
We appreciate you taking the time to visit today. Have a wonderful day crafting!
- Sailing Paper (Pion Design
- Bottom Of The Sea Paper (Pion Design
- Warm Breeze Paper (Pion Design
- White Blossoms Paper (Pion Design
- Knots Paper (Pion Design
- Borders Paper (Pion Design
Supplies (Used Not Shown)
- Heartfelt Creations stamps and coordinating Spellbinders Paper Arts dies
- Tim Holtz Distress Watercolor Markers
- Tim Holtz Watercolor Paper
- Molding Paste
- Sewing Machine


text:
It was April 30th when workers at a Volvo truck assembly plant in Dublin, Virginia called off a 13-day strike after the company brokered a peace agreement with the UAW: talks would begin again and so would the work.
And it's true that talks, which had begun in February of this year, did resume while the plant's 2,900 UAW members worked under the terms of an expired, five-year contract that had been reached in 2016.
Since then, UAW workers have voted "no" on a May 16th contract and "no" again on the second version that was put to a vote June 6th. It was after the latest decision that the union said workers would resume their strike the next day.
According to a report, 91 percent of union members voted against the salary language and 90 percent voted "against hourly and common language in the proposed six-year agreement." This amounts to an even steeper defeat than that which applied to the contract that was voted down in May.
The plant's VP and General Manager Franky Marchand called the action "difficult to understand" and said the union leadership had previously endorsed the tentative agreement prior to the vote. He added that the plant was still committed to the collective bargaining process and remained confident an agreement would eventually be reached. Union leaders suggested the same, and said they'd be available to resume talks again this week.
In the meantime, the plant -- which employs 3,300 workers and is the largest Volvo truck manufacturing plant in the world -- will move forward without 2,900 union members. In the midst of this conflict, VTNA is upgrading the plant to the tune of $400 million, and plans to hire 600 more workers before year's end.


text:
The first thing that comes to mind when UTEP men's basketball is brought up is the historic 1966 NCAA basketball championship. Rightfully so, it deserves to as the late Hall of Fame head coach Don Haskins historically started five African-American players against an all-white Kentucky squad and won.
For years after the monumental win, coach Haskins always said that he just put the best team on the floor, and his humility and reserve about his coaching decision is what makes the story even better. He changed the game of basketball by being the first head coach to play and recruit African-American players in the South.
Without him, players such as Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar or Magic Johnson may not have ever come onto the basketball scene. The 1966 championship team deserves the recognition and credit they get, but 30 years ago, there was an era of UTEP basketball that brought added excitement, passion and winning.
Basketball in the '80s was the golden era of UTEP men's basketball and it is often forgotten. Future NBA stars, sold-out games and undefeated home seasons were the norm 30 years ago. The glory days can only be seen through 30-second video clips, black-and-white pictures and nostalgic stories from people who were lucky enough to witness it.
El Paso Time's reporter Bill Knight has been covering the team since 1979—he has seen the high and lows of UTEP basketball. Through the years, he developed a close relationship with Haskins and players of the past. Knight sees the 1980s as a forgotten era.
"They probably don't get the respect they deserve, maybe from the hardcore fans, but those were some good teams—always in contention, always going to the NCAA tournament and winning the conference," Knight said. "The place (Don Haskins Center) was always packed, so it was a special era. There was just a buzz in the air on game day and leading up to the game."
Excluding the Miners' championship in the 1960s, the '80s were the Miners' most successful decade. Coach Haskins made UTEP what today would be called a mid-major powerhouse. The Miners in the '80s had a higher winning percentage and won more games than any other decade.
Their six tournament appearances in the '80s is the highest of any decade and the Miners posted three undefeated home seasons in 1983-84, 1985-86 and 1988-89. The atmosphere can only be described by the fans of the past.
"I have seen a lot of basketball games and UTEP was definitely back then one of the loudest venues," said UTEP alumni Wayne Shaw. "You wouldn't be able to hear a whistle some times because it was so loud. No one wanted to play them back home then. It was a tough crowd and tough place to win."
Nearly 15 years after the 1966 banner-raising season, the Miners struggled for the next decade and a half. But when a young Louisiana Tech graduate named Tim Floyd joined Don Haskins' coaching staff in 1978, things started to change very quickly.
"Coach Haskins had some losing seasons in the late '70s," said Knight. "Tim Floyd is the one who really got the recruiting going. He just recruited like a mad man, he was always on the road back then and he got some really good players."
Many people look back and remember coach Haskins and his star players as the driving force of the '80s, but Tim Floyd was the man in the back rolling up his sleeves and getting to work. Former players, sports writers and fans of the decade hold Floyd in high regard.
Former assistant coach Rus Bradburd, who coached along-side Haskins and Floyd from 1983-91, attributes his success as a coach and a recruiter to Tim Floyd.
"I had virtually no relationship with Coach H. The first year that was spent learning from Tim, about the game, recruiting, how to handle myself, speak, dress, and not piss off Coach Haskins. He was an important bridge, Tim, in my development," said Bradburd.
Thanks to Floyd and Bradburd, an influx of young, energetic, athletic players arrived on campus and made their name known very quickly. The '80s had more 1,000-point scorers than any other decade. All-Conference guards such, as Luster Goodwin, Hernell "Jeep" Jackson, Prince Stewart and Tim Hardaway were a few Miners who graced the city of El Paso.
They joined past legends such as Charlie Brown, Bobby Joe Hill, Willie Worsley, Nolan Richardson and Nate Archibald in the pantheon of all-time great UTEP guards.
"In the early '80s, back in my era, it was almost like the starting point for rebuilding UTEP basketball," said Goodwin. "We were able to do that because of the great recruiting from Tim Floyd and great coaching by coach Haskins."
Goodwin played for the Miners from 1981-85, and he is a member of the 1,000-point club and led the Miners to three NCAA tournament appearances.
The Miners regained the success that they had from the mid 1960s, which led to the domination of the Western Athletic Conference (WAC). The Miners won five-straight WAC regular season titles from 1983-87. In that five-year span, the Miners posted a 61-19 record in conference play, and they only lost one conference home game during their five-year reign. Beating the Miners at home in a conference game was virtually impossible.
The return to championship seasons was also attributed to the Miners' physical brand of basketball. Set in motion by coach Haskins, the Miners were one of the most physical programs of the decade.
"They had a great defense, but they were really physical and they had strong guys who played hard," said Knight. "I remember when Georgetown came here in the '80s and UTEP beat them here. The funniest thing was that Georgetown wouldn't play here without Big East officials, and that was perfect for UTEP because those officials would let you play. It turned out UTEP was more physical than Georgetown was—they were just hard-nosed."
Wayne Campbell, played for the team from 1982-88 and was on two of the greatest teams from the '80s— the 27-6 1985-86 team and the 27-5 1986-87 team. Campbell sites team unity as the main ingredient to the Miners success.
"Practically everyone on the team were from different places," said Campbell. "Nobody was actually from El Paso, so we all had to connect with each other because we were all we got. We were a family."
Players coming together and bonding can also be attributed to Coach Haskins, who made the team dynamic possible— letting players know early on that playing basketball for him
was no vacation.
"My freshman year, he (Haskins) came to us in a meeting room and told us to forget about Thanksgiving, Christmas and forgetting about seeing you parents," said Campbell. "He said, I'm your Santa Claus during these holiday seasons."
Coach Haskins dry humor was only part of a small picture that he painted.
"Coach not only taught us how to be athletes on the court but adults off the court, and that I will always praise. Any coach can teach the game of basketball, but can they teach the game of life," said Campbell. "There were all these kids coming from different areas and different cultures, but we all had that ultimate respect from Haskins."
Although Don Haskins had great help on the bench, when it was time to talk there was only one voice echoing through the gym.
"There was never any mistake about who was running the team, said former assistant coach Rus Bradburd. "I see these huge staffs now that most teams have and I have to laugh–for what? I think it actually hurts and confuses a team. They need to hear one voice, and Haskins' voice was very clear."
Now decades removed from the greatest era of UTEP basketball, head coach Floyd is trying to rejuvenate the program. Floyd's homecoming back in 2010 brought excitement, fond memories and winning expectations. Now going into his fifth year at UTEP, coach Floyd's voice, attitude and coaching style is reminiscent of coach Haskins.
"They are really similar," Knight said. "Their practices, concepts and most of the things they do are almost identical. Some of the things coach Floyd said are things coach Haskins said. When coach Floyd was coaching at Iowa State, he invited coach Haskins to a practice and coach Haskins said he was so flattered because it was exactly like watching one of his own practices."
While most are optimistic that Floyd can bring the glory days back to El Paso, the 1980s are an era that will never be truly duplicated. Better players and better teams might come through UTEP, but the '80s were the foundation that made UTEP a great basketball school and not a flash in the pan of 1966.
"I won't ever discredit the '66 team," said Campbell. "But the '80s, in my opinion, was the best decade for UTEP sports. If you look at a decade as a whole, you have to go with the '80s."
Javier Cortez may be reached at [email protected].


text:
Used boats
13ft. River Jet Boat with Trailer - Used
River Road Jet Boats, LLC Demo Boat – nicknamed "Coastal 13"
Powered by a 40 HP Factory Yamaha Jet Motor. (This boat will really get up and go!)
• Length 13', Width 48", 1/8" hull
• UHMW bottom plating
Provides an additional layer of hull protection.
Includes a manufacturers Life Time Warranty on the Hull.
This boat is tough and will take you just about anywhere you would want to go.
Boat is in great condition and has the usual river rash from fishing the upper James.
Includes: Battery, Fuel Tank, Front and Rear Navigation Lights, 2 Swivel Seats, Trailer
Asking $6,800
Please note that we will only be responding to email questions directly related to the boats we manufacture. Thank you.
River Road Jet Boats Co. • 122 Rocky Hill Rd. • Madision Heights, Va. 24572 • Office: 434-846-8823


text:
A new Restorative Justice Center has recently been given the green light by officials to begin construction. The center is one of many government projects planned by Ulster County which hope to combat the negative effects of living in poverty.
On Oct. 1, Ulster County Executive Mike Hein tweeted that he has "officially launched his new multi-year effort, known as the Brighter Futures Initiative and announced a $4 million grant that aims to disrupt generational poverty."
The grant was administered by the Community Foundation of the Hudson Valley, with funding established by the Novo Foundation.
The Community Foundation of the Hudson Valley describes their mission on their website as "a foundation, organized and supported by community people, to reflect the distinctive needs of their community."
Similarly the Novo Foundation describes their mission on their website as an organization that is "dedicated to catalyzing a transformation in global society, moving from a culture of domination to one of equality and partnership."
Both organizations have played vital roles in supporting Heins' initiative.
In addition to the $4 million grant, the funding was added to Hein's existing $13 million plan to continue the fight against generational poverty in Ulster County districts.
"This brings our combined investment to an astounding and impactful $17 million dollars in funding that will help change the lives of countless children and families," Hein said in a promotional Youtube video titled "Disrupting Generational Poverty."
"I'm proud to say [that] through partnerships, we're doing all this without impacting the hardworking taxpayers of Ulster County," Hein said.
Hein also elaborated on the new justice center specifically, being that it is one of the first plans to be constructed.
"Instead of giving up on teenagers who make mistakes and throwing them in jail, can we as a society instead help them see a better way?" Hein said.
"Our new restorative justice center will provide real hope. Giving more teenagers and their parents a second chance and a better life with mentoring education, family supports conflict resolution, mental health and advanced job training with a special care coordinator to greatly improve outcomes."


text:
BC Wildfire Insurance coverage Suggestions
16 Nov 2018 01:17
How significantly time will you invest in the workplace? If you cherished this article and you simply would like to be given more info about linked internet page (ottergarage9.crsblog.org) kindly visit our own web-site. Paying calls on customers and Similar Resource Site prospects? Filling out paperwork? Working late? Now's the time to uncover out. Ask what is a standard day in the life of an insurance sales executive at this specific organization," Neece says.Once you know the basics from our best 12 tips for cutting charges, it is time to go to the comparison websites which zip your details to a quantity of insurers' and brokers' websites to locate the least expensive quotes. As no single web site captures the entire industry and costs vary, combining a quantity of websites is the very best way to make a genuinely meaningful saving. For drivers aged 25+, see our Inexpensive Insurance guide.News about Life Insurance, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times. Valuables locked in a auto or checked in on an airline, train or bus may not be covered. Quit smoking. If you can go three months with out tobacco, you will legally be deemed a non-smoker. This can bump you into a reduce premium rate. Operate on quitting smoking in the months major up to your overall health insurance exam.Even if you don't have any of these demands immediately, you nevertheless could want to consider getting a small "starter" policy, if you anticipate you will have them in the future. The explanation: The younger you are, the much less expensive life insurance will be.When an insurer refers to cover for "unforeseen circumstances", it implies anything that wasn't publicised in the media or official government internet sites when you bought the policy. If it became identified prior to you purchased the policy, you happen to be not covered.Fitting approved immobilisers and alarms to your car could also shave a few pounds off your policy, as could parking your automobile off-road overnight (ideally in a locked garage). Anything you can do to stay away from your car getting stolen, vandalised or damaged will minimize your policy risk.He estimates that about 75 per cent of the travel medical insurance coverage policies provided to Canadians would exclude skydiving or parachuting. These will all decrease your quote, but to spend significantly less make confident you've compared automobile insurance providers also.Let's say you planned on spending $150 per month for your college's well being insurance plan. You don't have to buy an insurance policy due to the fact your parents nevertheless have you covered beneath their policy. Nonetheless, your parents' strategy has a $500 deductible for out-of-network physicians and your co-pay is $20 for major care, $30 for specialists and $50 for emergency room visits.If you have a named perils policy it is unlikely you will be able to make a claim with your personal insurance. If you have an open perils policy or all risks coverage , you could be able to claim if you oneself do something silly like drop your Television down your stairs, or accidentally spill your paint all over your new furnishings even though you are painting. Once more, this is only if you do this oneself by accident, and you have an open perils policy that does not exclude the situation you want to make a claim for.Drive safely. Prove you are low-danger by obtaining no accidents, no claims and no points on your licence (all vital for your first year). When you come to renew, your premium should fall substantially. There are nonetheless plenty of suggestions for older drivers who want to drive down the expense of their automobile insurance coverage.Home insurance coverage for buildings and contents of the organization. Property-based organization may possibly not want coverage for their house, given that it's already insured against dangers of fire, lightning and windstorm. But if there are extra risks to the structure since of the presence of enterprise operations, these will not necessarily be covered by home owners insurance. Your Trusted Choice® insurance agent can assist determine if a special endorsement or a separate policy are most suitable.Several people think that they can't get life insurance coverage (or other types of individual insurance coverage such as health, travel or disability) if they have kidney disease. Flight insurance ("crash coverage") is a statistical rip-off that heirs really like. It is essentially a life insurance policy that covers you when you're on the airplane. Given that plane crashes are so rare, there is little sense in spending income on this insurance.Obviously, healthcare emergencies come up, but preventative measures are a fantastic way to curb healthcare charges. Wellness programs with participation perks or tools like fitness trackers ( half of which are bought by employers ) support encourage wholesome habits.Collaborate with a bigger business. Turn into an agent of a nicely-recognized insurance company, and you can develop your organization in element by way of familiarity of that company's name. Pick a company that is really attempting to grow their market. This means their prices are competitive.
Comments: 0
page revision: 0, last edited: 16 Nov 2018 01:17


text:
Take a Break from it All in Marathon, FL, for Your Next Vacation
Sharing is caring!
You're ready to escape the cold. You want to leave the daily grind behind. It's time to pamper yourself with a getaway you won't forget. Vacation apartment rentals in Marathon, FL, can give you everything you need. Pick the location that captures your imagination. Choose an apartment with enough room for anyone who is joining you for the trip. Rent it for the amount of time that suits you. It's time to have your vacation your way.
Enjoy Your Home Away from Home
Hotels are luxurious. They can make you feel like a king or a queen for a day. However, they don't give you the privacy you would prefer.
Vacation apartment rentals in Marathon, FL, will make you feel like you are at home. You can come and go as you please without disturbing other guests. You can feel more at ease because this is your space for the length of your stay. You won't feel like a visitor. There's only one problem. You might not want to leave.
Give Yourself the Gift of the Sun and Sea
Vacation rentals in Marathon, FL, will give you a badly needed dose of sunshine. You'll also get to enjoy the song of the ocean at your side. Walk the beautiful beaches and feel the warmth of the white sand beneath your feet. Explore the Florida Keys. Find out what everyone is talking about in the tropics. Come for a weekend, a week, or extend your trip for a month. Learn more about your options at Vacation Rentals of the Florida Keys at Vacationrentalsofthefloridakeys.com.


text:
VECO Indonesia and stakeholders in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara have built a commitment to improve the welfare of family farmers.
They have done this because the stakeholders realise that the welfare of farmers cannot be improved without collaboration between the government, as development policy maker; farmer organisations, as main actors; exporters, as buyers of commodities that farmers produce; research institutions, as providers of knowledge resources; financial institutions, as providers of working capital to farmer organisations; and NGOs as providers of support.
Early this year, VECO Indonesia and coffee and cocoa stakeholders in Flores initiated this commitment by signing memorandum of understandings (MoU). This was done in two districts – Manggarai Timur and Ngada – both of which are in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara.
The MoU of stakeholders in Manggarai Timur was signed on 5 February 2015, in the Manggarai Timur district secretariat auditorium, following a workshop to discuss strategies for managing the potential of coffee and cocoa gardens in this district.
The stakeholders that made this commitment and signed the MoU were the Manggarai Timur district government (represented by Governor Yosef Tote), Asnikom cooperative (represented by chair Lodovikus Vadirman), Indokom Citra Persada (represented by president director Asnawi Saleh), Jember Coffee and Cocoa Research Centre (represented by centre lead Dr. Pujianto), Bank NTT (represented by managing director Daniel Tagu Ded), and VECO Indonesia (represented by regional representative Rogier Eijkens).
The signing of the MoU in Ngada took place at a coffee morning in the offices of the Ngada governor, on Friday, 6 February 2015. Along with VECO Indonesia, Bank NTT, Indokom, and the Coffee and Cocoa Research Centre, other stakeholders signing this MoU were Ngada governor Marianus Sae, and chair of the secondary cooperative MPIG-AFB, Bernadus Bere.
The signing of the MoU was followed by a stakeholder dialogue, which was attended by members of the secondary cooperative of the primary cooperative and the managers of cocoa processing units. Around 70 people attended the dialogue, which took place in the auditorium of the Ngada district head.
VECO Indonesia regional representative Rogier Eijkens said that the signing of these MoU is expected to strengthen the cooperation between stakeholders who are committed to the development of the coffee and cocoa sectors in these districts. The expectation is that farmers will have easier access to business services such as capital, information and technology, as well as access to markets at fair prices.
This will undoubtedly motivate the farmers to develop and join farmer organisations such as Asnikom in Manggarai and MPIG-AFB cooperative in Bajawa. [Fransiska Rengo, VECO Indonesia coffee chain field officer in Flores]


text:
Racked is no longer publishing. Thank you to everyone who read our work over the years. The archives will remain available here; for new stories, head over to Vox.com, where our staff is covering consumer culture for The Goods by Vox. You can also see what we're up to by signing up here.
Today in unlikely bedfellows: Play Comme des Garcons, that cynical-heart-logo offshoot of Rei Kawakubo's main line, has teamed up with Simpsons creator Matt Groening to create a series of T-shirts dubbed "Life in Hell." Check out the close-up of the cartoon print, above. Cathy Horyn has a few small, but full-product, shots of two of the shirts here. "I thought they were quite sweet and demented, even if you don't love rabbits," Horyn writes. The shirts arrive in Comme des Garcons stores this week.
· Play Comme Des Garcons x Matt Groening [Number 3]
· Binky and Sheba meet Rei [On the Runway]


text:
Nottingham Forest are up to fifth in the Championship after their 2-1 win at Luton Town on Saturday.
After the game, Reds manager Sabri Lamouchi spoke to the press. Here is the full transcript.
What were your thoughts on the game?
"After two losses and a bad moment, I'm so happy for the performance and the result.
"We deserved this victory. We created a lot, but we missed the last touch and we could have scored more in the first half.
"We could also avoid the goal they scored.
"But it was a great performance and the perfect attitude from the players about discipline and about the plan.
"I'm so happy for them because they had a great week.
"We played and we won with our quality. When we play like this, it is not easy for the opponent - we don't concede too much and we create a lot.
"We just need to enjoy this great result."
How important was the win after two defeats?
"It is important because the expectations are higher - that is not my mistake or your mistake.
"The players are doing well, so now the fans and the club trust in them - and now the players need to trust in themselves.
"We have quality and we just need to play with our quality, not in a different way.
"Without this attitude and this aggressiveness and discipline, it is a different game and a different performance. Without this, we are different players and a different team.
"It is good for the future, but we need to focus on our quality and stay close to this (level of performance)."
Was it the performance you wanted? How important was it to get a performance like that?
"The plan was to disturb them a lot. They play with five in midfield. We were compact and we didn't concede a lot.
"What a performance from all the players, but Ryan Yates, as one example. He played the whole 90 minutes after missing the last three months.
"It was just unbelievable.
"I liked the performance from Tobias, because he had never played two games in a row.
"And Grabban. He is a big striker for us, we know. Alone, he can create a lot of chances.
"Joe Lolley and Sammy Ameobi, they worked a lot.
"It was a great performance from everyone because they did a great job.
"After the loss at Wigan and at home to Hull, I saw they (the players) were a little bit worried, but I said to them, 'it's your fault, guys, because you started very well in the league, so the fans trust in you'.
"A lot of them came today because they trust in their team, so it is good for the club and good for us.
"We just need to enjoy this victory."
Nottingham Forest latest
This is your round up of all things Forest; the one-stop shop that will keep you updated on the latest goings on at the City Ground and beyond.
Transfers, injuries, match-days and managers, we've got you covered.
We'll be bringing the very latest on the Reds throughout the week and around the clock.
Make sure you keep yourself updated with our handy daily catch up...
Must reads...
For all your latest NFFC news, opinion, analysis and transfer gossip, click here
You can follow our Reds reporter Sarah Clapson on Twitter, and her email address is email@example.com
You had to hang on at the end. How pleased were you with the team's spirit?
"Yes, but we can avoid that with maturity and experience. Maybe we could have scored one more, but if not you can't give them the chance to come back.
"The last four or five minutes was something we can avoid."
Lewis Grabban finished his goal well
"Yes it's a fantastic strike and he could have got one more. He played for the team and the team played for him.
"With this spirit, it's really important for us."
You brought Ryan Yates in. Can you talk us through your team selection?
"It was a tactical choice. When you win the manager is right.
"When we lose maybe I am wrong. I trust in my players, all of them, but I can only pick 11."


text:
1 Oct 2020, Gurugram
Vedam has alliances with Oracle, Salesforce, Creatio, other leading Marketing Technology Providers to deliver Account-Based Marketing (ABM) and Other MarTech Solutions.
Vedam Brandeer is our initiative to offer top-notch brand consulting and architecture services. Within Brandeer, we also have BrandExpo with more than 2000 Domain Portfolio of brandable names.
Vedam is in the process of launching "WeProspect", an integrated DemandGen Engine with Sales and Marketing services for high growth companies. WeProspect also leverages our "Insighteer" model to garner insights for the brands.
Vedam is in the process of unveiling "PowerVoice", which will capture the voice of influential personalities from the industry, media and other spheres.
Vedam launches XONOMY (named after Experience Economy) leveraging SKIA XPO Digital Platform and Customer Experience (CX) Technologies from Virtuos.
Vedam would be introducing a digital Learning Platform with curated content and certifications by connecting with Customer Experience Professionals. CXA.Org will be unveiled in 2021 along with XONOMY.
Vedam has a rich design legacy of over 30 years under the leadership of Virtuos Senior Management. Collectively we own more than 100 top-notch brands (valued at more than US$10M) to spring new business. UXMX Design Studio is an important initiative to fuel the Experience Businesses.
At Vedam, we bring creative cachet to the total brand experience by delivering fusion of Martech. Vedam offers digital marketing & commerce strategy, technology and transformation services.
Marketing is About Winning Together and Capturing the Hearts and Minds of Customers.
Our Approach: At Vedam our philosophy is Win-Win Marketing — where the brands and customers win together. We care about the same things that you do.
Our Vision and Values: Rid the world of bad experiences by helping the brands deliver value to the customers. Our Core Values — Virtuosity, Veracity, and Velocity.
Virtuos Digital Ltd. is a leading Customer Experience (CX) & Digital Transformation Consulting company with its corporate headquarters in India, and the USA serving global customers. Virtuos has two important business operations, namely Consultare and Exonomy.


text:
France History: Fifth Republic – From de Gaulle to Giscard d'Estaing
With the constitution of the Fifth Republic of October 4, 1958 (approved by the population on September 28, 1958) de Gaulle, consciously turning away from the constitutions of the Third and Fourth Republic, strengthened the power of government, especially that of the President, at the expense of the legislature Organs. In December 1958, a body of electorates elected de Gaulle as President by a large majority (78.5%). Due to the introduction of the election of the president by the people (approved by referendum on October 28, 1962) de Gaulle was able to expand the domestic political power of his office. His from Prime Ministers M. Debré (1959–62), G. Pompidou (1962–68) and M. Couve de Murville (1968–69) ruled governments were able to rely on a strong Gaullist faction (Gaullism) in the National Assembly.
At the beginning of his tenure, de Gaulle v. a. presented two problems left by the Fourth Republic: inflation and the Algerian war. With the introduction of the "Nouveau Franc" (1959), the government sought to achieve monetary stability. Against the resistance of the French Algeria, who carried out terrorist attacks through the OAS (Organization de l'Armée Secrète), and from parts of the army (attempted coup in 1961), the president enforced the Treaty of Évian-les-Bains (March 18, 1962, approved) Referendum on April 8, 1962) gave Algeria independence. As early as 1960, the states linked to France in the French Community had received full sovereignty.
De Gaulle's most important foreign policy goal was to preserve France's independence and its international reputation. Since he rejected automatically acting alliance obligations, he released the French troops from the military integration of NATO in 1966. With the establishment of a national French nuclear force, he wanted to ensure the military protection of France. He tried to reduce European integration to its economic goals in the sense of a "Europe of the Fatherlands". An enlargement of the European Communities, v. a. the accession of Great Britain, he refused. With the signing of the Franco-German Treaty (January 22, 1963) by de Gaulle and Federal Chancellor K. Adenauer the policy of Franco-German reconciliation reached a climax. In international politics, the French government turned against the power-political preponderance of the USA and the USSR, especially on questions of disarmament. In the Vietnam War and the Middle East conflict, she tried to secure an independent position for France.
In the presidential elections of 1965, according to Abbreviationfinder, de Gaulle was able to prevail in the second ballot against F. Mitterrand, the candidate of the Left Federation. The postponement of social improvements in favor of a forced development of a national nuclear force triggered social dissatisfaction.
Since May 3, 1968 there was serious student unrest in Paris, which, in connection with a strike movement initiated by the trade unions on May 13, called the existence of the Fifth Republic into question. De Gaulle promised to counteract the harsh criticism of social and political conditions, which was accentuated differently by trade unions, left-wing parties and students on May 25, a reform program under the concept of "Participation" held out the prospect of workers' participation in economic decisions. After the government and the trade unions reached an agreement on May 27th to meet the social demands of the strikers, the strike subsided in June 1968. In October 1968 the government passed a law on participation in universities. When the population voted in a referendum in April 1969, inter alia. rejected a reform of the Senate and a regional reform, de Gaulle resigned as president.
In the presidential elections in June 1969, the Gaullist candidate Pompidou prevailed against A. Poher (CD) in the second ballot. Based on the Prime Ministers J. Chaban-Delmas (1969–72) and P. Messmer (1972–74), Pompidou continued the basic lines of the foreign policy of his predecessor, but agreed in his European policy of enlarging the EC, v. a. the inclusion of Great Britain, too. In the international disarmament debate, the government B. turned against all efforts for by way of collective arms limitations (. The Kernwaffensperrvertrag) to consolidate hegemonic structures, but advocated participation in the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe (CSCE). Inside, too, Pompidou essentially continued de Gaulle'spolicy. Through an administrative reform he created 22 regions, which, however, received little independence. Since 1972, the opposition gathered in the party alliance Union de la Gauche (Left Union) under the leadership of Mitterrand (with the Parti Socialiste, the Parti Communiste Français and the Mouvement des Radicaux de Gauche).
After Pompidou's death in 1974, V. Giscard d'Estaing, the chairman of the Independent Republicans, won the presidency against Mitterrand. The governments led by Prime Ministers J. Chirac (1974–76) and R. Barre (1976–81) were based in the National Assembly on a majority of Gaullists (since 1976 in the Rassemblement pour la République, RPR) and parties of the moderate Right and center, which formed an electoral coalition in 1978, the Union pour la Démocratie Française (UDF).
The government tried to counter the worsening economic recession and its consequences (unemployment, inflation) with an austerity and stimulus program ("Barreplan"). With emphasis on the independence of France, Giscard d'Estaing again moved closer to NATO in his defense policy; he supported the expansion of the European institutions (e.g. the direct election of the European Parliament) and pursued an active Middle East and Africa policy (military intervention in Chad).


text:
When a tenant vacates a rental property, the landlord may find personal property left behind in the unit — despite instructions to leave it empty. This leaves landlords in a difficult position, wondering if they should dispose of these items or notify the tenant. During these situations, it's important to understand and follow local and state statutes regarding personal property. Failure to do so can result in legal action.
What do Missouri abandoned property laws state that the unit owner should do in these situations?
Missouri statute 441.065 states that a landlord can remove a tenant's abandoned property if one of more of the following conditions are met:
(1) The landlord has a reasonable belief that the tenant has vacated the premises and intends not to return;
(2) The rent is due and has been unpaid for thirty days; and
(3) The landlord posts written notice on the premises and mails to the last known address of the tenant by both first class mail and certified mail, return receipt requested, a notice of the landlord's belief of abandonment.
(4) The tenant fails to either pay rent or respond in writing to the landlord's notice within ten days after both the date of the posting and deposit of such notice by either first class mail or certified mail, return receipt requested, stating the tenant's intention not to abandon the premises.
Before disposing of any property, it's important to talk to the tenant to see if any misunderstandings have occurred. Is the tenant sheltering in place at another location due to COVID-19 but is still paying rent? Are they unable to pay rent due to a loss of income but are currently applying for a rental assistance program? Understanding the situation before throwing away or selling property can help landlords avoid a countersuit by tenants.
Am I required to notify the tenant before disposing of their property?
Yes, Missouri law require landlords to give a written notice and notify tenants via their last known address with the following note:
"The rent on this property has been due and unpaid for thirty consecutive days and the landlord believes that you have moved out and abandoned the property. The landlord may declare this property abandoned and remove your possessions from this unit and dispose of them unless you write to the landlord stating that you have not abandoned this unit within ten days of the landlord having both posted this notice on your door and mailing this notice to you. You should mail your statement by regular first class mail and, if you so choose, by certified mail, return receipt requested, to this address ______ (here insert landlord's name and street address)"
Are there restrictions on how I remove abandoned property?
Missouri law does not state how property must be handled or disposed of. However, it's advisable to handle all items — especially those that may be expensive or valuable — with care.
Can I help my tenant avoid an eviction so I don't have to dispose of any abandoned property?
Job loss caused by the COVID-19 global pandemic has made it difficult for some tenants to pay rent on time. Before evicting renters or disposing of any abandoned property, it's possible to work with them and provide resources to help them pay past due rent.
As of May 25, 2021, the City of St. Louis is offering emergency rental assistance to residents who have suffered financial hardship during the pandemic. The program is limited to 1,500 applicants.
Fernandez Law handles certain cases pertaining to property laws, including premises liability and product liability. If you're looking to speak with an attorney or think you might have a case, contact us to schedule a free consultation.


text:
Courtesy of STUDIOCANAL
Cast: John Mills (Corporal 'Tabby' Binns); Richard Attenborough (John Holden); Bernard Lee (Charles Foreman); Robert Urquhart (Mike Russell); Meredith Edwards (Dave Bellman); Maxine Audley (Diana Foreman); Lionel Jeffries (medical officer); Patricia Plunkett (Grace Holden)
The events leading up to the routing of British forces from Northern France, and the shambolic but heroic rescue effort.
Dunkirk was one of the last films made under the Ealing Films banner before the company, now based at MGM's Borehamwood studios, was wound up in 1959. Ealing's production chief Michael Balcon called it "perhaps the largest-scale film with which I had ever been connected" - although for director Leslie Norman it was "by no means an 'epic' - rather small scale". Regardless, the film succeeds in evoking the magnitude of massed troops awaiting evacuation on the Dunkirk beaches, a scene revisited in an altogether more epic mode half a century later in Atonement (d. Joe Wright, 2007).
The film shifts its focus between the reluctant pluck of John Mills' Corporal Binns, leading his unit across hostile countryside to the French coast, the despair of Bernard Lee's journalist at confused Allied military tactics and the gradual awakening to the war effort of an initially unengaged new father Richard Attenborough. By the time the troops are rescued from the beaches, the disparate characters have pulled together and a sceptical British public has discarded all notions that this is a 'phoney war'. This display of consensus across class and nationality (Binns' unit contains Scottish and Welsh soldiers), typical of Ealing films produced during the war when it had obvious propaganda value, had postwar relevance too.
What's most distinctive about Dunkirk is how resolutely downbeat it is, especially compared to the patriotic celebration of other 1950s British war films such as The Dam Busters (d. Michael Anderson, 1955) or Reach for the Sky (d. Lewis Gilbert, 1956). It gives full voice to wartime dissenters, whether on the home front or awaiting rescue on the French coast. Indeed it's really only in the final minutes, when the voiceover talks simultaneously of a great defeat and a great miracle whereby a nation had been made whole, that any positive spin is placed on events. None of which proved an obstacle to the film's great commercial success.
Fintan McDonagh
Click titles to see or read more


text:
Requesting `eselect flash-nsplugin` module for gnash, lightspark and adobe-flash. In order to control which plugins the browser selects in order to solve problems without having to un-emerge flash packages or manually managing their symbolic links.
At least Mozilla based browsers can enable/disable plugins in the user profile. And this even works now that https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=581848 is fixed. (I should probably update the lightspark pkg_postinst message)
I am not using mozilla.
flash and others is obsolete.


text:
Luka won a gold medal in a Regional Tournament in Poland ,Warsaw. He was representing Britain in Judo. There were only 4 clubs invited from Britain. Luka was the only competitor to win a gold medal.
Also on the 21st October Luka won the British School Regional Championship and he was crowned champion in his category ( year 4 's). He is very active and competed in a lot of different countries for judo. He has also been to Hungary-Budapest for 4 days for the Word Championship to support and he met lot's of legendary world champions. His aim is to become the Olympic champion. From 29 competitions Luka has 25 Gold medals.
Congratulations Luka and keep up the hard work.
Take a look at some photos of the event in our PHOTO GALLERY


text:
In this post I am going to show you why you need a website in order to make money online and how to build a website for free in just a few clicks. You will see how easy it is to have your own website online and will learn the exact few steps of building a site for free.
But first let me explain why you need a website after all. You have probably heard and read a lot of stories of people making money online without a website. While there are some ways you can earn a bit of cash without a website, they will never allow you to build a successful business and a long-term passive income online.
Here are a few reasons why you should build your first website today.
7 Reasons You Need a Website to Make Real Money Online
#1 A website allows you to build passive income online
Your website is the foundation of your business online. Once your website starts growing it will begin to generate revenue and passive income. Everything you post on your website, stays online and continuously attracts visitors, that will convert into becoming paying customers.
#2 It's a way to start your own business for free
Starting a business can be expensive. Most of the people don't have all the money it takes to invest to get their business up and running. You need to lease a business space, hire employees, create a product, purchase supplies etc.
Becoming an online entrepreneur is a great alternative. With little or no cost, you can start building your own business online and earning money. You can have your own business space for free online and to make money you don't even need to own or create any products. If you decide to become an affiliate marketer, all you have to do is promote other people's products on your website and get paid when someone buys them.
#3 A website will help you build a brand and credibility online
A website is a showcase. It's also a valuable communication tool. You can interact with the people visiting your website and help them get to know you better. Plus, the more valuable content you will publish, the more people will trust you and will follow your advice. This will establish you and your website as a brand and will help you build a solid credibility online. This is very important if you want to build a successful long-term business online.
We never buy from people we don't trust, so having your own content-rich website is a great way to build authority.
#4 A website is online 24/7/365
With a website you are not limited to the 9-to-5 schedule. You can reach a wide audience at any time of the day and night, and provide valuable information to your visitors 24 hours a day.
#5 A website allows you to reach people all over the world
One of the greatest advantages of having a business and a website online is that there are no limits as to how many people you can reach worldwide.
According to Statista there are 4,5 billion active Internet users, encompassing 58 percent of the global population. Can you imagine the potential in terms of website visitors (traffic) and, eventually, revenue?!
#6 A website can help you build an e-mail list
One of the most important aspects of building a long-term business online is having an e-mail list. An e-mail list is a database of visitors who showed interest in your website and want to receive future updates and promotions. Most of the Internet businesses nowadays rely on e-mail marketing as an effective communication tool. It helps maintain the relationship with your readers and transform them into customers.
By putting opt-ins on your website, where people can sing up for future updates, you increase your visibility and your chances to grow your income for the future.
#7 A website is one of the cheapest and most effective forms of advertisement
Having a website helps you reach out to maximum audience in the most targeted manner. It's a much less expensive way of promoting your business and your brand, than printed media, radio or television.
So now that you know why a website is the foundation of your existence online, let's dive into the step-by-step process of building a free website online.
How to Build Your Own Website for Free: the 6-Step Process
As the title suggests, building a website is really not a big deal. If you are a beginner and have no coding knowledge, don't worry! It will take you ONLY 4 clicks and 30 seconds to have your own website online. All this because you will be building your website with the fastest online website builder in the world! And it doesn't require any programming skills!
Step 1: Sign-up for your FREE Membership
You will be building your website with the Wealthy Affiliate website builder and you will need to register first. Sign up for your free membership by clicking on the button below:
==> Read more about Wealthy Affiliate HERE <==
Step 2: Select "On a Free Domain"
Go to the Site Builder by clicking "Websites" on the left panel of your WA dashboard.
You will see three options and you can choose to build your website:
- On a free domain – Wealthy Affiliate gives you the possibility to build 2 free websites with a FREE membership and 25 free websites with a Premium membership.
- On a domain you already own – if you already own a domain name you can choose to build and host your website at WA.
- On an instantly purchased and registered domain – by clicking on this option you will be able to instantly purchase a custom domain and then build your website directly on the WA platform.
Since we're building a free website, click on the first option.
Step 3: Choose a domain name for your website
Enter a domain name that you like most. It may reflect your niche of interest or your name or a keyword.
Step 4: Enter a Title for your website
Remember that you can always change your website's title, if you want.
Step 5: Choose a design for your website
Choose a theme that you like most from the options you will be given within your WA membership.
Step 6: Build your site
Click the button "Click Here to Build This Site" and that's it! Congratulations, you now have a website! And it only took a few clicks and less than a minute to build it.
With Wealthy Affiliate your websites will be hosted on the latest highly secured web hosting technologies. With so many other cheap or free web hosting platforms your sites can be easily attacked or hacked by bots. With WA your websites will be highly secured, automatically backed up and highly optimized for WordPress (the engine behind your websites).
Take a look at this short video that Kyle, one of the founders of Wealthy Affiliate, has created for you to see how easy and fast it is to build a website within WA:
It can't be any easier! Now that you know how to build a website for free, don't let any doubts and fears stop you from pursuing your goals and dreams.
The first step to building a successful online business is building a website. It takes less than a minute to make that step, but it could become a real life changing decision. If you decide to become a member of Wealthy Affiliate you will have access to the Online Entrepreneur Certification Training, where you will be guided through the whole process of building a successful business online, websites included. I have written this post just to show you how easy it is. It's really within everyone's reach to build an income-producing website.
Click on the button below to create your free account and start your training today!
Thank you for reading and, if you find this post helpful or have any questions, drop me a comment below! I'd be happy to help!


text: Success starts with a great product. In our webinar series we will disucuss on how our experience in delivering solution to our customers, new technology updates, trending use cases in specific industry nationwide and worldwide. Explore and register to our webinar series to start your success with All Data International.


text:
It's been a pretty good stretch by our Tribe, finally making baseball enjoyable to watch again. After today's day off, they'll be heading up to Tom Hamilton's favorite Canadian city for a three-game set against the Blue Jays. Until then, here's what's going on around baseball:
Yesterday's game: Indians 6, Rays 5
Other Indians news
Morgan puts up the T, but just a little one | Cleveland.com - Tony Plush emerged once again as Nyjer Morgan hit his first homer since 2012. Morgan had a huge impact in Sunday's game, making things happen with bat, gloves, and legs. How can you not love this guy?
Axford looking for a quick rebound | Cleveland.com - John Axford is used to disappointment and setbacks, but the anger is always a motivator. The erstwhile Indians closer says the situation reminds him of 2012, and that he just "fell out of his mechanics" a bit during the lead-up to his recent demotion. He did enjoy the Salvador Dali museum in Tampa, though.
Closer by committee offers more questions than answers | Did The Tribe Win Last Night? - Axford's demotion was due, but finding a replacement is a big challenge. There are lots of good candidates in the Tribe 'pen, but none with "bonafide" closer experience.
How about Allen as closer? | It's Pronounced 'Lajaway" - Mike Schreiner over at IPL asks readers about installing Cody Allen as the Tribe's closer.
Brantley having a breakout year | Wahoo's On First - It's not just his "Grown Man Strength" and increased power that makes Michael Brantley so good this year. He also excels at making good contact frequently and using all fields, rendering shifts all but useless.
Chisenhall sees some time at 1B | Indians.com - Lonnie Chisenhall got his first experience at 1B on Saturday's game. He's been practicing there and in LF for a few weeks, and say though he doesn't want to get labeled as a utility player, he's willing to do what it takes to get playing time.
Lindor, Aguilar leading organization in WAR | Indians Baseball Insider - IBI compiles a list of WAR leaders across the Indians minor league system. Not surprisingly, Jesus Aguilar and Francisco Lindor are at the top. Tyler Naquin has made a good showing, though Clint Frazier has struggled a bit so far.
Series preview: Masterson, Dickey headline Tribe vs. Blue Jays | Indians.com - Justin Masterson takes the hill against Jays knuckleballer R.A. Dickey on Tuesday. Big Masty looks to keep the good starter vibes rolling.
Tidbits from around the league
- Twins top prospect Byron Buxton returns to DL after re-injuring his wrist
- Aroldis Chapman's impressive return is a great sign for the Reds
- Tim Hudson is not offended by Yasiel Puig's bat flip
- Mike Moustakas may be demoted to give Royals bullpen flexibility
- Captain Cheeseburger placed on 15-day DL with knee pain
- Tracy McGrady made his debut with the Sugarland Skeeters


text:
All you need to know about Backup and Sync
There used to be a time when Google Drive and Google Photos were two separate entities. But, that's a thing of the past now. Ever since Google introduced the 'Backup and Sync' app for Google Drive, things have changed.
The Backup and Sync is an app users can install on their Windows or MAC OS. It automates the backup process and synchronizes data on your computer and Google Drive. It allows you to backup files such as photos and videos placed on your computer. Users get to choose the folders they wish to include in the backup process. Once selected, Backup and Sync takes care of the rest.
Backup and Sync has more functionalities, along with some inconveniences for a number of users. It is one of the many Google apps now merged with a number of functionalities that were offered individually before. Let's look a closer look at what it can do.
Backup and Sync: What it Offers
As the name points out, the app offers two basic features: backup and synchronization. As the Google Photos desktop is merged into this app, users can backup everything. This means that users now have the option to either backup selected files on Google Drive or even the entire computer system. The files will be backed on to your existing Google account.
In its entirety, users only need to select the folders to backup. The app takes your important files from there and back up automatically. In case a user updates a file, the app also updates it on to Google Drive. This is what the sync feature implies.
Users are even provided access to Google Drive on their systems. This is done through the app, and you don't need to go to your browser every time. Even when you're offline, the files on Google Drive can still be accessed.
The app can be installed from the Google Drive website. Once installed, it appears on the taskbar. After the user has selected the folders that will be backed up, the progress can be seen there. The app will function in the background and you can monitor what it's doing anytime by clicking on the icon in the taskbar.
Unlike other interfaces where you can preview the files being uploaded, this feature is not offered here. This means that users only select the files and cannot view them as they are being synced. This makes Backup and Sync a feature of Google Drive that only lets you upload files from your computer.
Setting up the App
To install Backup and Sync, users can visit the official Google Drive website. After the app is installed, a few folders are included in the drive file stream automatically. These are pictures, desktop and documents folders on your PC which include files and photos. Users can simply unselect these from the app if they wish to exclude them.
If you've just installed the app, it will usually open automatically. But, users can also access it from the taskbar. Simply open taskbar and click the icon. After that, click the three dots on the top right corner. Then, select preferences.
After the app is open, navigate to find the 'choose folder' option. This is where you'll select the folders on your computer that will be backed up. If you wish to change the files included in the backup list, simply click 'change' located next to the 'choose folder' option.
The selected folders will be uploaded on to Google Drive. A number of added features are also included in the app, such as excluding certain file formats. This option also shows up by clicking the 'change' option.
Viewing your Computer Files on Google Drive
First, you need to know that Google Drive files are separate files from your PC files. This means that your PC files are backed up in a separate section on Google Drive. You can view them by opening Google Drive and finding the 'computers' tab on the left side of the screen. Click it and find your computer by finding your system name.
You can also upload files from multiple computers on to the same Google account. If you do this, you'll see all computers listed differently in the 'computers' section. Once you click this option, you'll see all the files that are backed up.
Viewing your Google Drive files on your Computer
To view the Google Drive files from your computer, open the Backup and Sync app. Click on 'preferences' from the taskbar and wait for the interface to open. Once open, find the 'Sync My Drive to this computer' checkbox. Once you see it, there should be a folder location showing up. This folder path will indicate where these files are placed.
Users can also place files in this folder, and they will automatically get uploaded on to Google Drive. Since Google Drives offers great accessibility, you can view them from other shared devices as well. However, you should know that these files will now take up disk space on your computer. This is because you've checked the option to sync everything from Google Drive on to your computer. Make sure that your computer has enough storage space for this purpose. In this case, both your computer and Google Drive are completely in sync with each other. This implies that the files on your computer are located on Google Drive and vice versa.
Deleting Files
Users should be very careful when deleting any sync files from backup paths. Once a file is deleted from the computer or Google drive, it will disappear permanently. This is because the sync feature updates the entire network if a change is made on any end.
But, this option can be changed as well. Go to 'preferences' again and find the 'removing items' option. You can choose to change settings and make sure that a file is not deleted from every device.


text:
Submit your holiday leave forms, dust off your money belt and ignite your sense of adventure! Busabout, the flexible travel experts, have recently launched their new 2018 itineraries for Europe and Asia and there is a holiday to suit everyone!
Each Busabout trip makes sure travellers get out of their comfort zone (in comfort) through the very best ingredients; adventurous and passionate guides, great sleeps in 2-3 star hotels, group sizes no larger than 28 people, private air-conditioned transport. Busabout's unexpected and unique destinations and authentic optional experiences will also ensure and unforgettable trip.
New for 2018-2019 is the expansion of Busabout's travel network which includes some new stops through Portugal and Spain, a trip to the foodie capital of Bologna for the first time, an off-the-beaten path exploration of Eastern Europe, as well as four new Europe Winter and Festive itineraries, nine new adventures and a new Winter Music Festival Itinerary.
Highlights include:
- 2-day Croatian Adventure: This trip visits the iconic Plitvice National Park and its spectacular waterfalls, as well as Krka National Park where visitors can swim in the waterfalls. These are usually difficult sites to visit but Busabout takes out all the fuss. Priced from $269
- 15-day Ultimate Eastern Europe Adventure: This tour explores the highlights of Eastern Europe and also some off-the-beaten- track gems across Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria and Serbia. Priced from $1,689
- Ski Festivals- Above & Below Ski Adventure and Rise Festival (both 9 days): Passengers can ski down pristine slopes of the French Alps, party in mountain bars and check out those incredible views. Prices from $974
- New Hop-On Hop-Off destinations: Bologna, Austrian Alps, Zakopane, Evora, Santiago de Compostela.
This year's itinerary comes with exciting new additions including incorporating an Unlimited Pass for the first time in Asia, allowing travellers the opportunity to link up and jump onto each of the Asian tips on offer within a three month period.
Newly improves Asian trips for 2018:
- 5-day Southern Thailand Adventure: Busabout guests will stay on floating riverside bungalows, visit sustainable elephant sanctuary, explore Bangkok's off-the-beaten sights such as Chinatown, discover amazing temples and spend lazy days on the beach. Priced from $849
- 6-day southern Vietnam Adventure: gain insight into the daily life of this previously war-torn country. Includes the overnight train from Hoi An to Nha Trang to ensure an extra day of fun in Hoi An. Priced from $839
- 10-day Thai Island Hopper: Gorging on curries, dancing till dawn and chilling out on amazing beaches. This trip is the perfect balance of partying and relaxing. Travellers will be taken islands with fewer crowds including hidden gem, Koh Lanta. Priced from $1,199
- 24- day Vietnam and Cambodia Adventure: Ready to fall in love with tradition, taste and temples? This trip now includes two extra days in Phnom Penh and also the opportunity to visit local home in Cambodian villages. Priced from $2,499
The 2018-2019 Busabout brochures are out now. For more information or to book visit: www.busabout.com


text:
We get a lot of crap CDs at the self-titled offices. But once in a while, a pleasant surprise slips into our promo stack. Here's a recent delivery that knocked the s/t staff on its collective ass.
The Artist/ Album: Geographer, Animal Shapes (Tricycle Records)
The Vibe: If you've ever listened to Passion Pit and wished that instead of the helium-induced falsetto at the forefront that some honey-dripped crooner (think Jens Lekman or Owen Pallett) would usurp the vocal duties, then meet Geographer. The San Francisco trio has just released a sublime seven-song EP of dramatic synth-pop that measures in equal parts woe-is-me and Dance Party USA.
If after listening, you're hoping to check them out at SXSW, we've got good news and bad news: Geographer will in fact be in Austin, Texas, but are not inexplicably playing an official showcase. Instead, you'll have to check the threesome out at the Bay Area Takeover party at the Beauty Bar for it's sole performance all weekend long.
RIYL: John Hughes (R.I.P.) movies; Swedish pop; Junior Boys…if they were unabashedly sincere


text:
The Supreme Court of Canada has issued a timely reminder to employers of the potentially costly consequences of suspending an employee whose contract of employment does not explicitly authorize the employer to do so. All seven judges who heard the case of Potter v. New Brunswick Legal Aid Services Commission ("Potter") found that Mr. Potter had been constructively dismissed when the Commission suspended him indefinitely with pay from his position as Executive Director without providing him with a reason for doing so. As a result, the Court awarded Mr. Potter in excess of $300,000 damages for wrongful dismissal.
In a useful restatement of the general principles applying to constructive dismissal, the Court confirmed that a constructive dismissal occurs when an employer evinces an intention no longer to be bound by the contract of employment. This can happen either by the employer breaching a fundamental term of the contract or else by engaging in a course of conduct in respect of the employee that renders continued employment intolerable. Based on this analysis, the Court stated the central issue in Potter bluntly: "[i]f the Commission had the authority under the contract to suspend Mr. Potter for the administrative reasons it gave, then the contract was not breached and Mr. Potter's constructive dismissal claim must fail".
Unfortunately for the Commission, the Court concluded that it possessed no such authority. The Court rejected the Commission's argument that the common law imposes no obligation on an employer to supply work to an employee and thus, that the suspension was not a breach of Mr. Potter's contract of employment. To the extent that the general proposition was ever valid, the Court stated, "it has been overtaken by modern developments in employment law".
Instead, Potter is current authority that an administrative suspension can only be valid if the employer can show that it was both reasonable and justified. This is determined having regard to factors such as whether there were legitimate business reasons for the suspension, whether the employer acted in good faith in imposing the suspension, the duration of the suspension, and whether the suspension was with or without pay. In setting out this test, the Court was careful to limit its application to administrative suspensions (that is, those not imposed in respect of alleged misconduct) and expressly did not consider the law in relation to disciplinary suspensions.
The suspension in this case was not reasonable or justified as:
- the Commission failed to communicate to Mr. Potter any reason for the suspension;
- the suspension was for an indefinite period; and
- the Commission had delegated Mr. Potter's powers and functions to another employee.
As such, the indefinite suspension was a breach of Mr. Potter's contract of employment and, unsurprisingly, one that was found to be of such a fundamental nature so as to constitute a constructive dismissal.
In light of Potter, employers will need to consider their approach to administrative suspensions and, in particular, be mindful that simply continuing to pay a suspended employee does not insulate them from a possible constructive dismissal claim. Nonetheless, it remains the case that claiming constructive dismissal is generally a risky proposition for the employee too. In particular, if a court concludes that there were insufficient grounds for constructive dismissal, it is the employee who will be found to have repudiated the contract of employment and who will be liable for damages for that breach.
Potter v. New Brunswick Legal Aid Services Commission, 2015 SCC 10
Questions relating to the content of the article may be directed to Geoffrey Litherland.