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Saturday, April 28, 2012
It was one of the funniest games I've ever seen. Four children on the opposing team repeatedly fighting over the ball, young athletes contagious enthusiasm and a hilarious young player named Dwight who was, according to him, "on fire!" being the highlights. It just might go down as one of the cutest games in t-ball history.
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2 comments:
- Nancy said...
I'm sorry we had to miss the game, I'm glad they were "on fire"......so cute!!
- April 29, 2012 at 1:42 PM
- Sherri said...
I love the wee ones playing all ball!
Your picture rocks!!
- April 30, 2012 at 8:57 PM
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Stroller. Saunterer. Loafer. Loiterer.
Baudelaire, who is largely credited with propelling the term into contemporary vernacular, defines it as such: "a person who walks the city in order to experience it."
This, my dear readers, is me on my day off.
Was in one of my literature classes when the word made its appearance on my verbiage-radar. The professor was talking of Baudelaire's poetry, and the "Modernist" literary movements (an ad nauseam topic for me at this stage of the educational game) elucidating on the character archetypes regularly discussed in the pieces we'll be covering. Flaneur is one of them.
The character in Baudelaire's poetry is not just a disengaged cynical voyeur, vicariously living life through the vibrancy of the city by participating in it as its audience, but also something of... a lady's man. That is to say, an appreciator of women, in all their myriad forms of beauty, from tramp to trophy wife.
As I researched the term, the meaning expanded into part of the urban phenomenon that happened at the time the word came into useage by literary Modernism. It became something of an occupation in the city for an artist. The position of observant-participant, taking creative inspiration from what is found on the streets and alleyways, between tall buildings and balanced along power-lines.
What a flaneur does is engage with the city by exploring it, by watching it, by using the aesthetic impetus it provides to fuel their art.
And this is definitely something I can relate to.
1. I am an urban-exploration enthusiast as well as dedicated wanderer, rambler, and troubadourian people-watcher
2. I often make cynical or passionate observations about what I see
3. I frequently admire women
4. I use all of it as material to shape my art
Discovering that things I thought of and did as ways to pass the time/waste the time are part of a literary-cultural phenomenon from the turn of the century is somehow... amazing.
Especially since I learned this in school, of all places.
I know I've been putting a lot of Baudelaire in here recently, which I blame partly because he's the current author/subject in my lit-class. So, to make up for it, I give you:
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Wednesday, September 2, 2009
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- Melanie's Randomness said...
I've never heard the term flaneur or about Baudelaire. I love watching people walk by, especially in the mall or in NYC.
Very intersting...My lit classes were always so boring, like just talking about who the characters were. Good luck with that class!!
Love the chipmunk! =)
- September 2, 2009 at 6:33 AM
- FunkyStarkitty50 said...
This is my first time hearing of flaneur and the writer Baudelaire. The majority of my lit classes in my undergrad experience have been either focusing on female authors, Black authors, or Black female authors. With it being a predom. Black and female school, it figures. I've always wanted the ability to people watch, but I'm so in my head, that I mostly ignore everyone around me. Great post and I want that chipmunk--as a gift for my cats, of course.
- September 2, 2009 at 3:31 PM
you'd love my art theory classes.
- September 2, 2009 at 9:40 PM
- Zek J Evets said...
@melanie: yeah, most of my lit classes are boring as well. but thanks for the well-wishes! and glad you enjoyed the chipmunk.
@funky: i imagine coming from an educational background like that must make you feel similar to people who are home-schooled or religiously schooled. each is a different experience, and focuses on different things. baudelaire is probably not something most people would want to teach, since he's a little indulgently sexual. in this case, we only spent time looking at two of his poems as a precursor to modernist literature.
people-watching is easy! all you need to do is look around.
@goldforever: you think?
iunno... i have a lot of problems with "art" as it is currently defined in western society, especially in visual arts such as, painting, drawing, sculpting, and performance art.
art theory is aestheticism without the credentials of oscar wilde or pater to back it up. it's so completely contrived; based on individual's opinions that it isn't worth my time as a class. i'd rather just talk casually with people about it, rather than pay to be "instructed" on critical opinion of art.
but thanks for the suggestion.
- September 3, 2009 at 12:26 AM


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The first two episodes have been slowly revealing the lives of these two star-crossed lovers during their time apart, speeding over years where little happens as each mourns the loss of the other. This separation is set to continue for the entire first half of the season, too, bringing the audience slowly up to the point that the last season wrapped up: with Claire and Jamie's adult daughter back in the Highlands. Eventually, Claire and Jamie will be reunited, but how is this possible? Jamie should have died at Culloden (and Claire certainly believes that he did), so how is it that he is alive and hiding in a cave near Lallybroch?
The Road So Far
Claire has good reason to believe that Jamie would die at Culloden - and he nearly did. Jamie himself believed that he would die at the famous battle, after he and Claire failed in their attempts to stop the Jacobite rebellion from coming to this bloody end.
At the end of the second season, after being dragged back into the rebellion and away from a peaceful existence at Lallybroch, Jamie decided to accept his fate. Believing that he would die in battle, he sent Claire back through the stones, where she (and their child) would be safer than if she remained in the Highlands of the past. He went into battle ready to die, and it is only after her daughter is grown that Claire discovers that this wasn't the case. Initially, she believed that he was one of five Scottish Captains executed after the battle, and assuming Jamie to be dead, she doesn't look further into it until many years later.
Season 3 Premiere And Jamie's Lucky Escape
The season premiere focused primarily on Claire, but was interspersed with some intense (if mostly wordless) scenes of Jamie after the battle. Lying on the battlefield, he appears nearly dead from his wounds, but is found by Rupert (Grant O'Rourke) and dragged away to hide in an outpost with other survivors. Quickly, they are discovered by the English, and given only an hour to prepare themselves for execution.
It is at this point that Jamie believes, again, that he is about to die. However, when he gives his name to Lord Melton (the leader of the English men), Melton (Sam Hoare) stops and asks him if he knows John Grey. When Jamie confirms that he does, Melton is clearly upset, revealing that John Grey is Lord Melton's younger brother. He explains to another of the RedCoats that he is unable to execute Red Jamie due to a family debt of honor, instead sprirting him away onto a wagon headed for Lallybroch.
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Fans of the books will know, of course, that the name John Grey is going to mean a whole lot more to Jamie in the coming years, but for now, he's just a teenager that Jamie didn't kill when he had the chance. Earlier in the series, Jamie came across the sixteen-year-old John (when he attempted to take on Red Jamie and save an Englishwoman being held hostage... of course, that Englishwoman was Claire, in absolutely no need of rescuing, and John was left shamed and furious, promising to kill Jamie if they ever met again.
While John has no love for Jamie, he does owe him a debt, as Jamie has spared his life. This puts Lord Melton in a quandry when he discovers Jamie in the outpost after the battle; if he kills him, he dishonors his family. If he does not kill him, of course, he will be freeing one of the most famous Jacobites, and betraying his own side. In the end, he chooses to honor the debt and set Jamie free - sending him to Lallybroch and pretending that he was never discovered. His actions are based in that particular sense of honor that allows him to save a man who should be killed for his beliefs, only to allow his brother to try and kill him later... and that requires men too wounded to stand to be helped outside to be shot properly, of course.
Dunbonnet And 'Surrender'
The second episode 'Surrender' picks up several years after Jamie's lucky escape from the firing squad at Culloden, living in a cave near Lallybroch. Despite being set free by Lord Melton, Jamie is still a wanted man and cannot come out of hiding to live a normal life at Lallybroch. Instead, he hides in a cave, keeping his hair (somewhat) out of sight under a brown cap which earns him the nickname Dunbonnet, and mourning while he lives off the land.
In the next few episodes, though, things are about to get interesting for Jamie. The mutilation of Fergus at the hands of the RedCoats have reminded Jamie of who he is and what he used to fight for, and Dunbonnet is about to come out of hiding once more. He's also not quite done with that debt of honor, and John Grey is going to reappear once more as Jamie's story continues...
Outlander season 3 continues next Sunday with 'All Debts Paid' @8pm on Starz.
Next: The Outlander Premiere Sets Up A Very Different Kind Of Season


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Historian and scholar to receive inaugural Pacific education award
05 May 2016
HONOLULU (Press Release) — Rev. Francis X. Hezel, SJ, known affectionately as "Father Fran" is the recipient of the inaugural Outstanding Contribution to Education in the Pacific Award, presented by the non-profit Pacific Resources for Education and Learning or PREL.
The award recognizes members of the Pacific community for extraordinary dedication to and support of regional education.
"We are absolutely delighted to present this inaugural award to Father Fran," said PREL President and CEO Nicole Forrester. "His lifelong service and genuine commitment to the people of Micronesia and beyond are an inspiration. His work is an excellent example of what it means to enhance community well-being by building partnerships, which is what PREL strives to do every day."
Father Hezel is a Jesuit priest who has lived and worked in Micronesia since 1963. He has been a high school teacher and then school administrator at Xavier High School, pastor, and regional superior to the Jesuits of Micronesia. He has spent 30 years directing the Micronesian Seminar, a Pohnpei-based nonprofit and is a self-taught historian who has focused on social change and its impact on island societies. Father Hezel is also the author of several books on Micronesian history and producer of over 70 video documentaries.
The inaugural Outstanding Contribution to Education in the Pacific Award will be presented to Father Hezel on Wednesday, May 18 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Outrigger Guam Beach Resort. Friends, colleagues, and members of the public are encouraged to attend to help recognize and celebrate Father Fran. Individual tickets are $150, with table sponsorships beginning at $1,500. For more information and to RSVP, visit www.prel.org or call 1(808) 441-1300. All proceeds from the dinner will benefit the Pacific Teacher Scholarship Endowment. This event is proudly supported by Matson and First Hawaiian Bank.
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Research Article
Effectiveness of Transfluthrin-impregnated Insecticide (Paper Rambo) and Mechanical Screening Against Culicine and Anopheline Mosquito Vectors in Kumbotso, Kano, Nigeria
2 SHAMACON, P O Box 465, Gyadi-Gyadi, Kano, Nigeria
3 Department of Medicine, Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital Kano (AKTH), P M B 3452, Kano, Nigeria
4 Department of Community Medicine, Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH), P M B 3452, Kano, Nigeria
5 Department of Physics, Bayero University Kano (BUK), P M B 3011, P M B 3011, Kano, Nigeria
6 Department of Biochemistry, Bayero University Kano (BUK), P M B 3011, Kano, Nigeria
Author Correspondence author
Molecular Entomology, 2016, Vol. 7, No. 4 doi: 10.5376/me.2016.07.0004
Received: 09 Dec., 2015 Accepted: 20 Jan., 2016 Published: 20 Apr., 2016
Yayo A.M., Ado A., Habib A.G., Hamza M., Iliyasu Z., Sadeeq I.A., Ma'aruf Y.M., Musa K.A., Barodo M.M., Inuwa M.B., and Ibrahim S.S., 2016, Effectiveness of Transfluthrin-impregnated Insecticide (Paper Rambo) and Mechanical Screening Against Culicine and Anopheline Mosquito Vectors in Kumbotso, Kano, Nigeria, Molecular Entomology, 7(04): 1-8
The level of personal protection acquired from the use of mechanical screening of windows and doors alone or the screening in compliment with burning transfluthrin- impregnated paper was assessed. The specific objectives were to compare the indoor resting densities, and man biting rates of the Culicine and Anopheline mosquitoes, with and without the interventions. Pyrethrum spray collection (PSC) technique was used to collect mosquitoes from 30 randomly selected houses, 10 each from the two interventions and control areas, monthly, between May, 2010 to April 2011. The Culicine and Anopheline species were sorted morphologically and An. gambiae s.l were identified to sibling species by PCR. A total of 1592 Cx. quinquefasciatus were collected from the houses, out of which 57.2%, 27.6%, and 15.2% were from the control, screened only and the screened houses in which transfluthrin-impregnated papers were used, respectively. Statistically higher number of Anopheline mosquitoes, 363 were collected from the control houses compared to 49 from the screened and 40 from the screened-transfluthrin treated houses, X2(2,N=452)=68.66 p0.05. The indoor resting density was 33.6 in the control compared to 2.7 in the screened and 3.0 in the screened-transfluthrin treated houses while the number of female Anopheline per person was 6.7, 1.3 and 1.0 respectively. An.gambiae ss, and An. arabiensis were identified by PCR. Mechanical screening compares favorably with conventional use of treated impregnated fabrics for personal protection against mosquitoes.
Despite the decrease in global mortality (42%) due to malaria (World Health Organisation, 2013), the disease kills 627,000 individuals in 2012 alone, mostly children. Control of malarial vectors relies greatly on the use of insecticide formulations, for wide-coverage as in Insecticide Treated Nets (ITNs) (World Health Organisation, 2013), Long-Lasting Insecticide Treated Nets (LLINs) and indoor residual spraying (IRS) (Hemingway, 2014). However, pyrethroids are the safest insecticides and the only class fully approved by WHO for impregnation of LLINs and ITNs (WHO, 2013). ITN repels or kills mosquitoes coming into contact with insecticide on its netting material (World Health Organization, 2007), and is increasingly deployed into WHO malaria region for universal coverage, with community-wide benefits established (Killeen et al., 2007). LLINs have been developed because they last longer, for its netting material has insecticide incorporated within or bound around its fibers been associated with reduced prevalence (51%) of P. falciparum infection (Clarke et al., 2001). Screening of windows can also be very effective in keeping out mosquitoes, provided the screening is without tears (Curtis, 1989). Insects repellents are also used to deter biting mosquitoes, especially N, N-diethyl-meta-toluamide (DEET) which is the world's mostly widely used repellent for topical application (Chen-Hussey et al., 2014).
Transfluthrin is a pyrethroid similar to the compounds used on nets but evaporates at much lower temperature. The active ingredient at doses of between 0.02 – 0.04% is used preferentially for development of innovative anti-mosquito products such as indoor strips, coils and vaporizers which work at room temperature (WHO, 2002) www.who/WHOOPES/transfluthrin. As a pyrethroid specified for use in public health (http://www.who.int/whopes/quality/newspecif/en/) the effectiveness of transfluthrin to protect against biting mosquito has been shown in India and Tanzania (Sharma et al., 1993; Pates et al., 2003). Recently, in a lab setting it was shown that transfluthrin as a vapour-phase special repellent, deter An. arabiensis mosquitoes (Ogoma et al., 2012). Rambo insecticide paper contains 0.45% transfluthrin and 2.5% essential oil and the product is used widely for personal protection against mosquitoes in both urban and rural communities within Kano State, and other places in Nigeria. Also common in the area, is the use of metal wire mesh to screen windows and doors a "mechanical screening" to prevent mosquitoes from entering bed rooms. However, the effectiveness of these personal protection measures on malaria transmission is yet to be established in Kano. Here, we conducted a household, randomized, controlled trial to compare the effectiveness of Paper Rambo insecticide with mechanical screening of houses, on malaria incidence and mosquito density. Specifically, the efficacy of the mechanical screening alone and in combination with insecticide Paper Rambo on indoor resting densities and man biting rates of populations of Cx. quinquefasciatus, An. funestus and An. gambiae s.l. in Panshekara town, of Kano state, was investigated.
1 Methods and Materials
1.1 Study area
The study was conducted at Panshekara town, Kumbotso LGA of Kano State, Nigeria. Panshekara is located within latitude 110 51' N to 110 53' N and longitude 80 27'E to 80 29'E, and is a peri-urban settlement in Kumbotso LGA. The houses are made of mud and concrete bricks with corrugated zinc roofs. The people of Panshekara are low income earners, mainly traders, industry workers, farmers and public servants. Farming is dominated by rain-fed cropping but active irrigation during dry season is practiced in some neighboring towns. Malaria is endemic in the densely populated area, with characteristic perennial transmission pattern, with peaks during the rainy months of May to September.
1.2 Study Design
The study was designed to measure and compare entomological parameters with and without interventions. The design permitted comparison between mechanical screenings alone and the combination of screening and use of Rambo paper, with internal control (Figure 1). After a detailed mapping and house numbering of the community, 150 houses were randomly selected. The doors and windows of all the selected houses were netted with mesh-wire. Rambo paper or a placebo were given randomly to 20 houses (intervention group) to use monthly and 10 houses unscreened (internal control) were allowed to use other personal protection measures of their choice.
Figure 1 A diagram illustrating the design for the study
1.3 Entomological Methods
1.3.1 Pyrethrum Spray Collection (PSC)
Adult mosquitoes were collected between May, 2010 to April, 2011 from houses, using pyrethrum Spray Collection (PSC) technique. Mosquitoes were collected by trained persons (housewives) between 4.30 -6.30 GMT. The PSC was conducted as outlined by WHO (1998) The technique involves collection of indoor resting mosquitoes on white sheets after knocking them down by space spraying with a pyrethrum aerosol. White sheet of cloth about 2 x 4 m were used to cover the entire floor surface. Doors and windows were closed and room sprayed with a pyrethrum insecticide for 2 minutes. After 10 minutes, all the mosquitoes which were knocked down were collected, transferred into labeled petri-dishes and transported to laboratory for further analysis.
1.3.2 Species identification
Mosquitoes were counted and sorted into the genera: Culex and Anopheles based on taxanomic characters (Service, 2008). The genus Anopheles was further identified into An. gambiae s.l., and An. funestus group using the morphological keys (Gillies, 1987).
1.3.3 Molecular identification
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay was used to identify members of the sibling species of An. gambiae complex. Genomic DNA (gDNA) was extracted from single specimen using the LIVAK extraction method described by Collins et al. (1987). 1µl of the gDNA was used in a PCR reaction with the following species – specific primers: UN (GTC TGC CCC TTC CTC GAT GT), AR (AAT TGT CCT TCT CCA TCC TA), GA (CTC GTT TGG TCG GCA CGT TT) and ME (TGA CCA ACC CAC TCC CTT GA), respectively for identification of GA, following the established protocol (Scott et. al., 1993).
2 Results
2.1 Indoor resting density (IRD)
The indoor resting densities and man biting rates of the Anopheline mosquitoes estimated from the PSC during 12 month period is shown (Table 1). The highest number of Anopheline malaria vectors 339, feeding indoors during the peak transmission period (Aug – Oct.), was recorded in the control compared to 27 in the houses with screening only and 30 in the screen plus Rambo paper. The difference between the numbers caught in the houses with screening and those screened and treated with the insecticide is not significant X2 (1, N=57) = 3.34 The number of blood fed Anopheline female per person in the period, was 15 in the control, and 1.3 and 1 for the netting and netting plus Rambo respectively .The seasonal distribution and IRDs for An. funestus group and An. gambiae s.l, the major malaria vectors is presented (Table 2). An. gambiae s.l. and An. funestus s.l. are the primary vectors abundant throughout the year. In the dry season (May – July) An. funestus s.l. is more predominant than the An. gambiae s.l., while in the rainy season (August – October) An. gambiae s.l. population is higher. the variation of the two species differs significantly across the two seasons X2(1,N=497)=74.45, p<0.05. The populations of both two major malaria vectors decline in the periods Nov. – Jan. and Feb.- April.
Table 1 Percentage and number per person blood fed Anopheline vectors in Panshekara estimated from PSC: MAY, 2010 – APRIL, 2011
Table 2 Seasonal distribution and IRDs of An. gambiae and An. funestus estimated from PSC in Panshekara Kumbotso LGA
2.2 Effect of the interventions on Culicine
A total of 1592 Culicine mosquitoes, identified as Cx. quinquefasciatus were collected out of which 57.2% from the control, 27.6% and 15.1% from the screened only and screened plus transfluthrin (Rambo) paper respectively. The effect of the two interventions compared to the control on the indoor resting densities of Culicine mosquitoes is shown (Figure 2).
Figure 2 New ICT based fertility management model in private dairy farm India as well as abroad
2.3 Molecular identification of An. gambiae complex mosquitoes
Out of the 40 specimens tested by PCR, 22 were successfully amplified. 16 of the specimens were identified as An. gambiae s.s. (390 bp) while six were identified as An. arabiensis (315 bp) (Figure 3).
Figure 3 New ICT based fertility management model in private dairy farm India as well as abroad
3 Discussion
The effect of two interventions, mechanical screening of windows and doors with metal wire mesh and the screening in compliment with burning of (Rambo) paper impregnated with transfluthrin on entomological parameters of malaria transmission was measured in Panshekara town.
3.1 Indoor resting density (IRD)
In this study, mosquitoes were collected by trained house wives between (4 – 6 GMT) before the time endophilic mosquitoes were expected normally to exit the rooms. Appropriate measures were taken to prevent mosquitoes from outside to enter the rooms at the time of the collections to reduce confounding effects; hence the number caught was a fair representation of endophilic fraction of the population.
There was a significant drop in the number of the Anopheline malaria vectors caught resting in the houses which have been mechanically screened only and in those screened and complimented with transfluthrin impregnated paper compared to the control houses. There was also a corresponding decrease in the number of the malaria vector species feeding per person in the rooms in the interventions than in the control houses (Table 1). The average number of the Anopheline malaria vector mosquitoes feeding per person (18) in control houses was similar to that reported in unprotected sleepers in the transfluthrin trial studies in Tanzania (Pate et. al. 2002). The indoor resting densities of the Anopheline malaria vectors have not differed significantly X2= 3.34 between the houses which have been screened only (27) compared to those complimented with burning of transfluthrin impregnated paper (30). Lines et al. (1987) reported considerable reductions in the number of mosquitoes which have fed on persons in experimental huts whose eaves were covered with permethrin – treated curtains but such effects have not been observed when treated netting was placed around the eaves of dwelling houses. The absence of additional effects of transfluthrin in Panshekara could be due to the formulation of the product. Transfluthrin vapour is usually released from the smoke of a smouldering paper (Rambo) which burns slowly for 2 minutes. The concentration of the insecticide in the room and its effect on mosquitoes would decrease proportionately from the time the paper burns out in contrast to other slow release systems such as mosquito coil which release continually throughout the night (WHO, 2002). Transfluthrin released from the flame of typical African kerosene lamp burning for 4 hours was reported to be effective against biting mosquitoes (Pates et al., 2002).
3.2 Distribution of malaria vector species
An. gambiae s.l and An. funestus were collected in the ratio of 1: 2.3 and 1: 2.6 respectively (Table 2). Molineaux and Grammiccia (1980) have reported the preponderance of An. gambiae s.l over An. funestus in the rainy season and have demonstrated the expected contribution of each to malaria transmission in the Garki district in northern Nigeria. Our results suggested the potential of increasing dominance of An. funestus over An. gambiae probably due to the major ecological and climatic changes experienced in the region over the years (Louis and Mckenzie, 2009). Similarly, the molecular analysis revealed the dominance of An. gambiae s.s over An. arabiensis in peri-urban Panshekara town and could be attributed to suitability of microclimate in Sudan savanna which seems to favour the occurrence of the former over the latter species (Colluzi et al. 1979). Of course, we recently have reported the dominance of An. coluzzii over An. arabiensis in the Sudan savannah of Jigawa states, of Nigeria (Ibrahim et al., 2014).
3.3 Personal protection
The Culicine and the Anopheline mosquito populations in the area responded to the control methods differently. The mechanical screening of doors and windows alone provided 51% protection against nuisance Culicine mosquitoes, while netting complimented with transfluthrin – impregnated paper gave 73%. The early biting habit of the Culicine mosquitoes in contrast to the midnight peaks of the local Anopheline populations might have made the Culicines more vulnerable to the excito – repellent effects of the transfluthrin –impregnated paper (Ogoma et al., 2014).
3.4 Side effects
People tend to recognize and recon with the beneficial and untoward effects of vector control operations. Irritation of skin, eyes and mucous membranes, manifesting as asthma – like symptoms have been caused by pyrethroid treated nets and some brands of mosquito coil (Paulhn and Ozaki, 2015). We have not observed such effects with the transfluthrin impregnated paper, possibly because of the fast smoldering of the burning paper. The Rambo paper was unlikely to have toxic side – effects on domestic animals that have sometimes been noted to interfere with house-spraying (Curtis and Mnzava, 2000). The beneficial side – effects, in the form of additional protection against the nuisance mosquitoes could have more immediate public appeal than effect on vector – borne disease (Curtis et al., 1990).
3.5 Mechanical screening and use of Paper Rambo in public health
Malaria vector control by conventional spraying of houses with residual insecticides and mass distribution of LLINs require large funding, intensive organization and often depended on foreign aids which are not readily available in many malaria endemic regions (Lines et al. 1987). Over the last five years, Nigeria has distributed over 60 million nets free of charge. (MIS, 2010). However, low utilization of bed nets has been recorded all over the country and in many places the nets were sold to hawkers at low prices due to the abject poverty at house – hold level (MIS, 2010). Resistance to the insecticides approved by WHO has been recorded in most of the ecological zones of Nigeria and we have established resistance to Permethrin, Lamdacyhalothrin and Deltamethrin in malaria vectors at Bunkure LGA which is adjacent to the study area (Ibrahim et al 2014). It is possible that there may be cross – resistance with transfluthrin. The use of metal wire –mesh on windows and doors as mechanical screening against mosquitoes is increasingly becoming popular especially among the urban and semi – urban dwellers. The wide spread use of mechanical screening can reduce the selection for multiple resistance a problem which the insecticide based malaria control methods could pose in future. The government can make a policy supporting mechanical screening and encourage people by providing materials for the screening free of charge.
3.6 Limitations
Initially the entomological component was designed to compare Panshekara town (a treated community) and Danbare village as a control but the two are epidemiologically dissimilar and an internal control has to be included in Panshekara.
The resistance status of the local mosquito populations to transfluthrin has not been detected. This is important in the interpretation of the result. It is important to know which of the two malaria vectors, An.gambiae,s.l and An. funestus is more susceptible to transfluthrin. There was inadequate supervision for logistical reasons to ensure compliance of the participants with proper use of Rambo and maintenance of intact screening during the period of study.
4 Conclusion
Mechanical screening compares favorably with conventional methods in protection against mosquitoes and additional benefits of transfluthrin was demonstrated significantly on the culicine mosquitoes. The effects of the screening and transfluthrin impregnated paper on prevalence of malaria need to be investigated.
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Lauriston is a large and beautifully presented reverse level, four bedroom, five bathroom, detached house. It also boasts a self-contained annexe with its own bathroom. Situated on a lovely, favoured street en route to Carbis Bay beach, it enjoys elevated views out to sea and along the coastline, which you can enjoy from either of your balconies.
When you aren't at the beach you can chill in your gorgeous, South facing garden with swing set and ping pong table - the kids will be spoiled for choice! Lauriston is well equipped and incredibly spacious, making it the perfect base for extended families holidaying together - it really is a true gem! You'll arrive to a gated driveway, which leads through to the garden area, where the children can play while you get unpacked. Within minutes you can be on the beach or walking the coast path where you can walk miles of superb coastline. The railway station, from which you can take one of the most scenic train journeys in the country, to St Ives is conveniently located just a five minute walk away. NB photos of twin room to follow.
from driveway to front door into hallway with stairs to first floor and doors to:
double bed, TV, en suite with large shower, WC, basin.
double bed, en suite with double shower, WC, basin.
bunk beds.
washing machine, tumble dryer.
shower, WC, basin.
electric oven and hob, dishwasher, breakfast bar with seating for three, table with seating for eight, TV/DVD, doors that lead to large balcony, sea views.
bath, WC, basin.
sofa, armchair.
twin beds, TV, en suite with shower, WC, basin.
twin beds, TV, en suite with shower, WC, basin.
swing set, ping pong table, lawned garden.
private parking for two cars, gas central heating, the annexe is separate to the main house, there is a wall mounted electric heater for colder months. The swings are only suitable for children under 5, WiFi, one dog welcome.
Lauriston is in an excellent location. We had a three generation family holiday and the area provided something for everyone. The younger members enjoyed the local sandy beaches and water sports. Trips to Marazion, the Lizard lighthouse, and seal watching at Godrevy Point were enjoyed by all. The coastal path to St Ives is a pleasant thirty minute walk. There was also a good bus service to many parts of this area.
Mrs Challis August 2019
Fantastic stay for the 3rd year . Have already booked for next year. Super secure property.
Mrs Webb July 2019
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Enjoy a self catering holiday in Carbis Bay and take advantage of having immediate access to beautiful coastal path walks which lead left to the vibrant town of St Ives and right to Lelant and Hayle. As well as being a stone's throw from St Ives, Carbis Bay is also close to Hayle and the beautiful beaches of Gwithian. By choosing a self catering holiday in Carbis Bay you can enjoy your stay in a peaceful location, whilst being ideally placed to visit many of the wonderful attractions Cornwall has to offer.
Staying in Carbis Bay means that you are just a short walk from the stunning Carbis Bay beach. Calm waters mean it's family-friendly, and watersports such as kayaking and stand up paddleboarding are on offer. The four beautiful beaches of St Ives are close by to the West and to the East, Hayle Towans offers a long expanse of sands backed by sand dunes. For more information and more of our favourite beaches in the area check out our blog post on Sandy Beaches in West Cornwall.
Visit Scarlet Wines just down the Road from Carbis Bay in neighbouring village Lelant for a wide selection of locally sourced gourmet products. Perfect for a picnic at the beach or stocking up your self catering holiday cottage.
St Ives
St Ives is only a 30 minute walk along the coastal path and can also be reached on one of the most memorable and scenic train rides in the UK. Visit the thriving coastal town of St Ives and soak up the atmosphere on the harbour front. With a huge selection of restaurants, shops, galleries, and home to 4 stunning beaches, St Ives offers the perfect day out. Enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants in St Ives or retreat to Carbis Bay to relax in the comfort of your own home-from-home.
Paradise Park
A few miles from Carbis Bay, the Paradise Park wildlife sanctuary is home to over 650 birds, including parrots, flamingos and toucans, plus lots more wildlife such as red pandas, otters and red squirrels. Open all year round, Paradise Park is a great place to spend the day with the kids.
St Michael's Mount
Take a short drive to the opposite coast and visit the iconic landmark of St Michael's Mount. Cross the causeway by foot at low tide, or climb aboard the 'St Michael' amphibious vehicle at high tide. Described as 'the jewel in Cornwall's crown', St Michael's Mount really is a must see.
West Cornwall Golf Club
Regarded as one of the finest links courses in Cornwall, almost every hole provides panoramic views of St Ives Bay, and with a variety of weather conditions at different times of year, you can be sure to test your abilities! Enjoy a post-round drink and meal at the clubhouse, which overlooks the first tee. Find out more about West Cornwall Golf Club.
With St Ives close by, why not leave the car at home, and take the 20 minute walk into town, enjoying the views along the way? This gentle walk is a must at least once during your stay.
For nature lovers, the Steeple Woods Nature Reserve is home to an abundance of wildlife and plants where you can explore the 40 acre space which overlooks St Ives. Check out our blog post on the Steeple Wood Stroll for more information.
For a slightly more adventurous walk, the St Michael's Way is a 12.5 mile trek starting at nearby Lelant, and finishing up at the stunning St Michael's Mount in Marazion. You'll need to refuel when you arrive so we've put together a Guide to eating out in Marazion to help you decide where to go. If the long walk back doesn't seem too appealing, you can always ride the open-top bus all the way home!
With so much to do within easy reach of Carbis Bay, you'll find plenty to keep yourselves entertained on a self catering holiday in Carbis Bay.
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Find unique Christmas presents and tasty treats at Flambards Christmas Craft Fayre. Stalls will be set up in various areas of the park, there will be Christmas music to get everyone in the festive spirit and a chance to meet Santa too.
30th November - 1st December 2019
Possibly the most well-known and popular Christmas Lights in the county, Moushole combines stunning displays against the backdrop of their gorgeous Cornish fishing harbour to bring real festive magic to all who visit at this special time of year.
14th December 2019 - 4th January 2020
Visit Santa and his elves at the magical grotto at Paradise Park on selected dates in December. Tickets include a gift from Santa and there's no need to book, tickets are on sale on the day from 10am.
TBC 15th - 24th December 2019 (selected dates)
Each year, the people of Penzance celebrate the Winter solstace with a festival of Cornish tradition, torch processions, and dancing.
21st December 2019
The tradition of Tom Bawcock comes from the feast or famine lifestyle of Cornwall. The story goes that it was just before Christmas; there had been no fish for weeks, the boats couldn't get out into the raging storm, the village was starving. One man, Tom Bawcock, dared to take his boat out of the harbour's safety. He returned with enough fish to make fish pie for the whole village.
Today, a festival takes place each year to celebrate Tom Bawcock's bravery. During the festival, Star Gazey pies are eaten in memory of this famous event.
23rd December 2019
Spend New Year's Eve in St Ives for an unforgettable evening at the largest fancy dress party in the county. Ring in the New Year with an unbeatable fireworks display by the sea.
31st December 2019
Find out more about New Year's Eve in St Ives here>
Held on the anniversary of the consecration of the Parish Church of St Eia in 1434 AD, Feast Day offers visitors to witness - and even join in with - some centuries-old traditions. A morning precesison led by the Mayor to bless the Well of St Eia. Following this, the Mayor will 'Hurls the Silver Ball' into a crowd of children who assemble on the beach below. The one who returns the ball to the Guildhall steps by midday receives a silver coin. In the afternoon the Mayor then throw pennies from the balcony of the Guildhall for children to collect.
4th February 2020
The West Cornwall Spring Show has been running for over 90 years and is a showcase for horticultural excellence within the area of Penwith.
TBC 1st - 2nd March 2020
The small Cornish fishing village of Porthleven hosts its annual Food & Music Festival every April and encorporates street performers, a range of local produce, Samba dancing, theatre, beer marquees, hip-hop dancers, fireworks, Cornish singing & much, much mmore...the list is endless!
26th - 28th April 2020
Join in the celebrations at this community led festival of free entertainment. The annual event celebrates the engineering and mining history of the Camborne area, and is dedicated to Richard Trevithick, pioneer of high pressure steam power & inventor of Road and Railway Locomotives.
27th April 2020
Growing in size and popularity, the St Ives Food Festival features top chefs, quality Cornish goods, sandcastle competitions for children and food demonstrations.
10th - 12th May 2020
Golowan Festival is an annual community arts event that celebrates local culture and the social and natural environment. 'Mazey Day' takes place on the Saturday of the festival and guarantees to be a very colourful affair!
21st - 30th June 2020
Popular with visitors and locals alike, this exciting festival celebrates everything literary, including spoken, written, recited and sung word. Take part in the reading and writing discussions and activities and enjoy the many performances.
3rd - 6th July 2020
For two weeks only, Adventure 001, supporters of Cornwall Air Ambulance, will be bringing their helicopter experiences to St Ives! Choose from a 6 minute flight from £35 to a 30 minute flight from £96 and take in the incredible views across St Ives bay and beyond!
Dates TBC August 2020
Enjoy a weekend of live music, local food and drink, food demonstrations, crafts and local goods stalls and much more! Don't miss out!
25th - 27th July 2020
A fun packed day hosted by the RNLI lifeboat Station. See the lifeboats on display and in action on the water with demonstrations featuring one of the HM Coastguard helicpoters!
8th August 2020
Newlyn Fish Festival is the biggest and best of its kind in the UK. Taste some of the finest seafood on offer and enjoy cookery demonstrations, live music and arts and crafts. Local fishmongers take part in the The Cornish fishmonger of the year competition and the popular 'Fishy Trail' is perfect to keep the kids entertained.
26th August 2020
Now becoming a sellout event, this festival keeps attracting more and more visitors who come to enjoy a wide range of acts, including music, theatre, poetry and visual arts.
14th - 28th September 2020
The 2018 shout will feature more than 20 sea shanty groups for a fun weekend of shanty singing, sailor and pirate themed fancy dress and beer. This year's event will be raising money for Cornwall Air Ambulance and its New Heli Appeal and takes place in various pubs and venues in St Ives.
November 2020
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Lauriston is in an excellent location. We had a three generation family holiday and the area provided something for everyone. The younger members enjoyed the local sandy beaches and water sports. Trips to Marazion, the Lizard lighthouse, and seal watching at Godrevy Point were enjoyed by all. The coastal path to St Ives is a pleasant thirty minute walk. There was also a good bus service to many parts of this area.
Mrs Challis Sep 2019
Fantastic stay for the 3rd year . Have already booked for next year. Super secure property.
Mrs Webb Jul 2019
A big family group of us have just stayed here and could not recommend the house enough, the views alone make this house but the location is fantastic, being 1 of the drivers of a big group it was nice to be able to use the train so close to us to have days out rather then driving and with a 2 min train drive to st ives it came in very handy. It is based on a hill which wasnt a major problem for us but its worth a mention and could have done with having a larger fridge, very minor things. Overall we really loved this stay our 3rd year down Cornwall and would not hesitate to book this house again
Miss Waterhouse Jul 2019
Lovely house and location and will definitely stay here again.
Mr Dee Apr 2019
Fantastic holiday in a fantastic house. Many thanks we will be back soon.
Mrs Collins Feb 2019
What a stunning Cottage to stay in would definitely stay again . Myself and my children and grandchildren stayed here for 10 nights for my daughters wedding in Carbis bay . A stunning backdrop from the balcony for our wedding photos . Very pleased we booked to stay in this beautiful house .
Mr Reeves Jul 2018
Overall we had a fantastic holiday and enjoyed our stay in the lauriston. We found it spacious having the 2 lounges as a bonus and the use of the balcony with stunning views day and night. Very Well equipped
Mrs Adlam May 2018
Lauriston is a wonderful comfortable house for 6 up to 10 people. All enjoyed having their own bedroom with ensuite bathroom. Location was great overseeing Carbis bay. An easy walk of 40 minutes along the cost led right into the centre of St. Ives.
Mr. Seifert Oct 2017
We had a really lovely week staying at Lauriston. The weather during our holiday was mixed and so we put all of the facilities in the property to good use including the central heating, laundry room and sun balcony. We had a dog with us and found the enclosed garden and automatic gates particularly useful. The main open plan living space also worked well for us, this was a very comfortable and beautifully decorated space.
Mrs Fellows Sep 2017
The property lived up to all of our expectations and we would be very happy to use Aspects holidays again.
Mr Penny Sep 2017
Lovely holiday at the Lauriston amazing number of bathrooms and bedrooms . Stunning views from the balcony . Minutes walk to the train station. Secure garden for our dog . Very good amount of utensils and plates cups etc . All in all very comfortable would definitely recommend.
Mrs Thompson Jun 2017
A good size house with great views
Mrs Adams Sep 2016
We had a lovely week at Lauriston.
Mr Gray Oct 2015
Lauriston is a must for any family wishing to stay in Carbis Bay. Excellent location c/w stunning sea views from the balcony. The property is finished to a very high standard and there is ample space for the whole family. We hope to stay again but fear it's popularity will make that difficult as people arrive this year will no doubt wish to return too! *
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The sister of a Derry man who passed away when he was homeless has praised James McClean for helping six homeless people by covering food and accommodation costs for several nights.
James and his wife Erin, paid for six homeless people sleeping rough in Derry to spend a couple of nights in the Maldron Hotel in Derry's city centre.
"I think this is such a beautiful thing to do," said Louise O'Doherty whose brother Eamon 'Budgie' Anderson passed away in 2008 while he was sleeping rough in Derry.
"My brother was homeless and was taken off the street to hospital but sadly it was too late and he died. He took pneumonia due to the cold conditions, I think what James and his wife are doing is what our government should be doing - they should be helping these people," added Louise.
McClean, 29, revealed on Tuesday that the six homeless people he and wife Erin had helped would be offered permanent accommodation from a housing association later this month.
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François Chevalier is a naval architect, professor, and widely published journalist. He has written several books on the history of sailing.
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Striking photographs of fourteen classic sailing yachts capture the spirit and beauty of a glorious tradition.
Tuiga, Mariquita, Cambria, Shamrock, Eleonora, Zaca, Moonbeam, Lulworth, Sunshine, Partridge, Altair, Nan, Marilee, and Bona Fide: these are the sailing yachts of legend. Restored in the last ten years, the original splendor of these superb boats is now profiled on the pages of Classic Yachts. A testimony to maritime history, this book tells each sailing vessel's story through arresting photographs, an informative text, and architectural diagrams.
Author François Chevalier recounts the entertaining history of these boats, covering everything from their construction and restoration to anecdotal tales of regattas won and lost. Gary Jobson, America's preeminent sailing ambassador, provides a foreword and lively captions, which underscore the contemporary significance of these traditional yachts. Double-page spreads and a unique, oversized oblong format feature Martin-Raget's brilliant photographs—readers feel as if they are on deck with the crew. While outdoor photography captures the excitement on board, images of the boats' interiors offer a peak at their luxurious accommodations. In addition, illustrator François Chevalier's detailed diagrams of each vessel provide the reader an overview of each boat's architecture. Capturing the spirit of sailing on an open sea, Classic Yachts offers a breathtaking survey of an epic sport.