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Delhi (Hindi: दिल्ली, Urdu: دلّی, Punjabi: ਦਿੱਲੀ) [78] is India's capital city and the home of executive, legislative, and judiciary branches of the Government of India. Delhi is known as the microcosm of India and is leading world's top global cities with strengths in arts, commerce, education, entertainment, fashion, finance, healthcare, media, professional services, research and development, tourism and transport all contributing to its prominence.
Delhi is said to be one of the oldest existing cities in the world, along with Jerusalem and Varanasi. Legend estimates it to be over 5,000 years old. Over the millennia, Delhi is said to have been built and destroyed 11 times. The oldest alleged incarnation of the city shows up in the Indian mythological epic Mahabharata as Indraprastha.
The population of Delhi is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of North India and beyond. Among the prominent North Indian communities are the Punjabis. Delhi also has a prominent South Indian Community, primarily in areas like RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. A Bengali Settlement, the Chittaranjan Park in south Delhi is the Mini Calcutta of Delhi. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country.
To be noted is the fact that the descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments no longer stay in Delhi. Most of them migrated to Pakistan during the Partition, with only a small, ever-diminishing community in old Delhi keeping old courtly traditions alive.
Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is as flat as a pancake. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Aravalli Hills which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old (Central) Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their empire. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with southwestern Delhi (nearer to New Delhi) generally somewhat wealthier.
South Delhi
Indeed, on a broad scale Delhi is not difficult to navigate. The Outer Ring Road, and Ring Road, offer simple connections between districts. In South Delhi, most of the major districts lie on either the inner or outer ring roads.
Travelling west on the Ring Road from Nizammudin, the following colonies lie in the following order, Friends Colony, Lajpat Nagar, Defence Colony, South Extention, INA, Safdarjung, Bikhaji Kama Place, RK Puram, Chankyapuri, Dhaula Kuan.
And on the outer Ring Road, travelling west from Okhla, the following colonies lie in the following order,Nehru Place, Kalkaji, GK2, GK1, CR Park, PanchShil Park, Hauz Khas Enclave, Safdarjung Enclave, Munirka, Vasant Vihar.
The only major areas that lie in between the Ring Roads as opposed to adjacent to them are are Anand Niketan, Hauz Khas Village, Green Park. However, these areas are easily accessible from Shanti Path, Aurobindo Marg, and Khel Gaon Marg respectively.
Inside the colonies it is another issue, often akin to mazes, finding your way around the inside of any colony other than Vasant Vihar or Chanakyapuri is not for the faint hearted.
Delhi's climate is, sad to say, infamously bad, combining the scorching aridity of Rajasthan's deserts with the frigid cold of the Himalayas. From April to June, temperatures are scorchingly hot (over 40°C is common) and, with every air-conditioner running at full blast, the city's creaking power and water infrastructure is strained to the breaking point and beyond. Monsoon rains deluge the city from July to September, flooding roads on a regular basis and bringing traffic to a standstill. In winter, especially December and January, temperatures can dip to near-zero which can feel a lot colder because central heating is largely unknown and homes are usually designed with a view to keep cool in the summers rather than warm in the winters. In addition the city is blanketed in thick fog, causing numerous flight cancellations and train delays. The shoulder seasons (Feb-Mar and Oct-Nov) are comparatively pleasant, with temperatures in the 20-30°C range (68-86°F), but short.
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Get in
By plane
Indira Gandhi International Airport, (IGI, IATA: DEL) [79], located in the west of the city, is the arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. Once notoriously bad, since privatization the airport has been extensively revamped and, with the opening of Terminal 3 in 2010, has been transformed into a thoroughly modern facility equivalent to the best airports in the world.
Delhi Airport has no less than six terminals, but only two are currently operational:
A free shuttle bus operates between the two every 20 min. While the terminals share the same runways, connecting between the two requires a massive detour via a nearby highway, so allow plenty of time to connect.
The Delhi Airport Metro Express (DAME) is a Delhi Metro train line from New Delhi Metro Station to Dwarka Sector 21, passing through the airport. Its operating timings are from 5AM-11PM every 20 minutes (as of April 2011). In the future, the trains may run 24 hr/day. The one-way fare between the airport and New Delhi Metro Station is Rs 80. The journey time is 20 min. From the railway station, you can transfer to the Metro (it's a bit of hike though), continue by taxi, or simply walk to backpacker ghetto Paharganj.
If you'd prefer to go directly to your destination and are willing to sit around in traffic, or are arriving on the many long-distance flights that land in the dead of night, take a taxi. The easiest and safest way is to arrange transport ahead of time through your hotel (some hotels provide this service for free). Alternatively, you can pay for a taxi at the prepaid taxi booths in the international terminal. Prefer the pre-paid booth run by Delhi Police. Depending on the destination, they will ask you to pay the taxi fare to them, which they later pay to the taxi driver after he shows a receipt from you proving that you were taken to your destination. The pre-paid booths are visible as soon as you exit customs. The one on the left is managed by the Delhi police. You may be approached by touts offering pre-paid taxis; just ignore them and ask someone the direction to the Delhi Police prepaid taxi kiosk or booth managed by the cops. To the right of the exit door are private taxi operators. They are more expensive but the cars are air-conditioned. The number of the taxi assigned to you will be on the receipt. Then, go straight through the airport and turn right immediately outside the front doors and someone will help you find your taxi. There are several options, but the booth operated by the "Delhi Police" is considered the best, with non-A/C taxis to most points in the city for Rs 200-300.
Do not give the receipt to the driver until you get to the destination as this is what they are paid on. Also, ignore the explanation of the driver for additional payment. There is no practice of tipping taxi drivers anywhere in India. When you reach your destination, take your baggage first, then give the driver the receipt and walk away without further discussion.
There is a minor problem with this system. As there is a checkpoint manned by the traffic police just as your taxi moves away from the airport, you will have to give the receipt to the driver, who will hand it over to the police, who will record the taxi number. Make sure that you get the receipt back from the driver only after you have safely reached your destination.
When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, you should show up three hours before your flight is scheduled as security is tight. For domestic flights two hours should be enough. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security.
During the winter (Dec-Jan), Delhi often experiences dense fog and visibility is reduced considerably, making it difficult for flights to land and take off. Both international and domestic flights are often diverted or cancelled, so plan accordingly and allow for one or two days for possible delays.
By bus
Buses arrive from Kathmandu and Chitwan in Nepal (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains.
Delhi has a confusing slew of inter-state bus termini (ISBT), which all have two names. The Delhi Transport Corporation [81] is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too.
By train
Trains arrive at one of four main stations: Delhi Junction, also called Old Delhi or Purani Dilli; the second at Delhi which lies in Central Delhi; Hazrat Nizamuddin a few kilometers to the south; and the upcoming Anand Vihar station to the east (very few trains use Delhi Sarai Rohilla or Delhi Cantt stations). Delhi Junction and New Delhi Railway Station are now conveniently connected by Metro Line 2, just minutes apart, while Anand Vihar is served by Line 3. It will take about 40 min-1 hr to travel from the New Delhi Railway Station to the airport by car, depending on traffic.
A ticket office open to all is on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours. It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. Easiest of all, though, is to book online through the Indian Railways booking website [82]. (Note, however, that you are required to have both an e-mail address AND a mobile phone number that is registered within India in order to access the booking area of the site.)
Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or online prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labeled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or often times for higher classes of service, they will post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit.
Delhi Railway Station
The main entrance to Delhi Railway Station (code DLS) is located just outside of Paharganj, also known as the backpacker ghetto. The Delhi Metro now connects directly here, but the metro exits are at the Ajmeri Gate (second entrance) side near platform 16. You can also take prepaid rickshaws and taxis from the plaza outside the main entrance.
The station is large, crowded, confusing and packed with touts. Allow one hour to find your train the first time you visit. Don't trust the electronic display boards, which often show incorrect information. Instead listen to the announcements and ask multiple people in uniform (policemen) until you find your train. However, anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be completely ignored. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip.
A tourist ticket office called the International Tourist Bureau is open during office hours upstairs of, but still within, the main Delhi railway station (on the side away from the metro). Note that it is only for foreign tourists, so you must have a tourist visa (i.e. student and working visas are not acceptable). Non-resident Indians can also book their tickets through this office. Bring your passport and cash or traveller's cheques in U.S. dollars, British Pounds or Euros. If you wish to pay in Indian Rupees you theoretically must show an official exchange certificate (from India, not valid if you changed in another country) or an ATM receipt. All ticket bookings require exact change, as like everywhere in India the office has little to no change. If you don't have exact change, it's possible after booking to go down to the food stores, buy food to get change, then return and pick up your ticket. To get a ticket, first get a form from the centre of the room and fill it out. Then go to the information desk near the entrance. There, have the clerk check the availability of the train(s) you desire, and fill out your form accordingly. Then line up at one of the two u-shaped lines of chairs for the reservation desks. If you need a bathroom during this lengthy process, there is a relatively clean male and female toilet just outside on the verandah through the side door (the door you didn't enter through).
Do not trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; ignore them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform).
New Delhi Railway Station also has a pre-paid taxi booth run by Delhi Police. If you are arriving at the station, and want to take a taxi, head to the Delhi Police pre-paid taxi booth. Unfortunately, this booth is at the extreme far north end (about 50 meters from the station main exit) of the taxi parking and you will encounter touts claiming to provide prepaid taxi; just ignore them and find the pre-paid taxi booth run by the Delhi Police which are safe and least expensive. Taxi fare from New Delhi Railway Staion to the Airport should cost you about 400 Rupees.
Delhi Railway Station
Formally Delhi Junction (code DLI), but best referred to as "Old" Delhi Station for clarity. Like Delhi RS, this station is huge and confusing. The platforms are not in linear order, with some hidden in the west and east wings of the stations. The railway station is served by Metro Line 2 Chandni Chowk station, with an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30). If taking an Auto Rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try and charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper.
Hazrat Nizamuddin
Hazrat Nizamuddin (code NZM) is the departure point of many trains heading south. Practically speaking, the only way to get here is by taxi or car. The budget alternative is to take a bus to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). It's the least chaotic of the Big Three, but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas.
If you have some time to kill, pay a visit to Humayun's Tomb, which is so close to the station that you can hear the announcements from inside — although it's a long, circuitous walk from the station to the entrance.
Anand Vihar
Anand Vihar Terminal (code ANVT) is Delhi's newest station, located well to the east of the city near Ghaziabad - Delhi Border. Repeatedly delayed, the station finally opened in December 2009 and will gradually take over all east-bound services. The station can be reached by Delhi Metro Line 3. Anand Vihar Terminal is just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT).
Get around
Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines, agree on prices before setting off. Best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (that prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro.
By metro
The fast-growing Delhi Metro [83] network provides a cheap, quick, hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city. As of February 2011, the following lines are open:
Line 2, in particular, is useful for getting to the Old Delhi (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. Line 3 is also handy for visiting Akshardham and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station.
Beware: Metro stations all use the new, official, Indianized names, so Connaught Place is "Rajiv Chowk", Old Delhi Railway Station is "Chandni Chowk" and ISBT is "Kashmere Gate".
The head of all trains is reserved to women, so, is totally safe and confortable to travel with the metro lines also for a woman by herself.
By local train
There are limited commuter services on Delhi's railways, but the facilities are a far cry from the user-friendly Metro and stations. For the most part, train stations are inconveniently located. There is no passenger service on the Delhi Ring Railroad outside rush hour.
Please note that the Indian Railways website does not accept foreign credit cards.
By bus
All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from Rs 5-15 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red coloured buses are air-conditioned and the green coloured are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi:
If you have a choice, please go for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off.
Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded.
Hop on Hop off
Delhi Tourism has a "Hop On Hop Off (HOHO)" bus service [85], (Helpline) ☎ +91 11 4094 0000. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can hop off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and hop on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs Rs 300 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays.
By taxi
A taxi or hired car (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option.
Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or Omnis in distinctive black-and-yellow livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a Toyota Innova or Chevrolet Tavera. While all are equipped with meters and should cost Rs 15 for the first km Rs 8.50 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be Rs 200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around Rs 1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depends upon the vehicle size too. Note that black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard).
The death knell of the Ambassador was rung in December 2006, when modern radio taxi services were launched. At Rs 20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialed 24 hr/day. The flag fare is Rs 20, and the fare increases by Rs 5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11pm to 5am. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporates rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car license plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that he's arrived. Most drivers speak English, but at a very basic level, so use short phrases.
Car Rentals:
There are also car rental portals which provide car rental services in and around Delhi.
You shouldn't take non-official taxis, sometimes they take you to a wrong hotel, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. These are generally known to fleece and rip off tourists. It is better to keep a safe distance from these guys.
Some other car rental providers like www.qcabs.com [97] provides cabs from economy class to high end executive class cars for outstation travel from Delhi, and estimates the price of your travel beforehand.
By auto rickshaws
Auto rickshaws (also called three-wheeled scooters, tuk-tuks or simply autos) are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive yellow-and-green livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions (no doors!) that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (Rs 19 for the first two kms, Rs 6.50/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to haggle for price. As rules of thumb, even the shortest journey costs Rs 30, but you should not need to pay over Rs 150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off.
If you have any trouble with them, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city center and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a Rs 500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint.
There are a number of "Pre-paid" Auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include Rs 5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say).
By cycle rickshaws
Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal-powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. Rs 20 is reasonable for most journeys of 1-2 km.
Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city.
On foot
Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. (Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow.) If you really want to walk around, these places would be good:
The native language of the Delhi area is Hindi, which also happens to be the main official language of the Union Government. However, for official purposes, English is more widely used than Hindi. Almost everybody you meet will be able to speak Hindi, quite often with the Bihari and Punjabi accents. However, most educated people will also be fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers will have a functional command of English. Punjabi and Urdu are also official languages, but they are spoken much less widely. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianized, similar to the Hindi spoken in Western UP and much less Sanskritized than the Hindi spoken in MP. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English, but some road signs (especially in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice).
The Government of India Tourist Office 88 Janpath, Connaught Place. ☎ +91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266. The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, covering all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date.
Red Fort
The Red Fort (Lal Qila) is one of Delhi's top tourist sights. A brilliant red sandstone fort built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built Agra's Taj Mahal) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. Major buildings within include:
The only open entrance is Lahore Gate, on the west side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost Rs 10/250 rupees for Indians/foreigners, photography free, video cameras Rs 25 extra. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hr in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the Metro to Chawri Bazaar and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for Rs 20).
The fort has a light and sound show (Rs 50) in the evenings from 7:30PM-9PM, depending on the season.
Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier.
Humayun's tomb
Humayun's Tomb in south Delhi, near Hazrat Nizamuddin station, is one of Delhi's three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Open daily from sunrise to sunset, entry is Rs 10/250, Indians/foreigners.
The tomb is in large, immaculately maintained gardens in the Persian Char Bagh (four corners) style that were thoroughly renovated in 2003 with the Aga Khan's help and are consequently probably the best in Delhi. As you enter the complex, the first major structure on your right is the bulbous, octagonal tomb of Iza Khan, a court noble who built it in his own lifetime, some 20 years before Humayun's tomb. As you pass through the first gate, you will glimpse the dome of the tomb and enter a floral path leading to the second (West) gate, which now acts as the entrance to the giant central garden.
The centerpiece is the eponymous tomb of Humayun, the second Mughal emperor. Built starting in 1562, it was the first major Mughal structure in the city and has been described as a predecessor or prototype of Agra's Taj Mahal. The structures are, indeed, stylistically similar, although Humayun's Tomb is built from red sandstone, not white marble, and was built by a wife grieving for her husband, not the other way around. You can climb up to the second level (the stairs on the west side are very steep, those on the south side less so), and on the south side you will find the entrance into the main crypt where Humayun is buried.
Before you leave, be sure to visit the South Gate, the original royal entrance, from where you can get picture-postcard views without too many tourists in the way. In the southeast corner is the Barber's Tomb, also built in the same style. Historians do not know who is buried in this picturesque tomb made of red and grey sandstone.
Qutub complex
This complex in Mehrauli, houses structures dating from the Slave Dynasty (1206-1290) and is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The gardens are kept in excellent shape, making this a popular relaxation and picnic spot. Open daily from sunrise to sunset, entry is 20/250 rupees Indians/foreigners. Light-and-sound show held most nights after sunset. Now easily accessible via Qutub Minar station on the Metro Yellow Line.
Parks and gardens
Very cool.
Religious buildings
Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, JMI, IGNOU and IIT. The official website of the Delhi Government's Directorate of Education [124] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in Delhi.
Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindustani language (Hindi-Urdu) and Delhi is these languages.
Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. Monster [125] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies.
There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations).
Delhi is a shopper's heaven, but only if you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars. Western-style malls and shopping emporiums are popping up across the city especially in Gurgaon, Noida and South Delhi, but don't expect a traditional or uniquely Indian shopping experience. Until a few years ago, all shops closed on Sunday. While rules have been relaxed, many districts such as Connaught Place are still mostly shuttered. Saturday is the main shopping day and hence also the most crowded.
Start your shopping tour of Delhi with a visit to Connaught Place [126], a rather unique cross between a European shopping arcade, an Indian bazaar and an upmarket shopping mall. At the intersection of the Yellow and Blue Lines of the Delhi Metro [127], it's easy to get to. With all shops laid out in 2 circles, it's easy to get around and explore.
Delhi is rapidly becoming a 'mall crazy' city with a variety of large and luxury shopping malls:
The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is hub of this industry, so small, specialist bookstores abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost.
Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the food will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000 km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go.
Delhi has arguably the best street food in India. However, do not eat unhygenic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygenic environment.
You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savor what new and old dishes the city has to offer. One of the most active groups is Food Enthusiasts of Delhi [134]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. Its a non-commercial group, brought together by passion and love for food. If you are looking for professionally run setups, Delhi Food Adventure [135] runs commercial food walks exclusively for tourists. If walking around looking for good food is not your thing, have a look at some of the Delhi-centric food and eating out blogs, such as Dilli Daawat [136].
You will find McDonalds, KFC, Subway and Pizza Hut scattered at various locations in malls and throughout the city. The Indian menu without beef and with lots of veggie options can be interesting even if you would otherwise steer clear. Rs 100 for a full serve.
One of Delhi's most popular Japanese restaurants, the fun manga style interiors and great food are a great experience.
Middle Eastern
Delhiites have eagerly adopted Thai food into their culinary pantheon, although the recipes and ingredients are often rather Indianised.
Tibetan Food, (near Shivaji Stadium-which actually is a bus stand, Connaught Place). Tibetan food, run by Tibetan refugees.
After Indian Cuisine, Chinese is Delhi's second most popular cuisine. For a long time, only Indianised Chinese was available, but high-quality options are available today.
Delhi's nightlife scene has undergone a total transformation in the last decade. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan joints out to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have couples only policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is theoretically to shut down by 1AM things can keep going much longer.
Coffee / tea
Indian bar food, hookah and an amazing lounge experience. The crowd that frequents these two places is young, hip and trendy.
Gay and lesbian Delhi
As of July 2009, Chapter XVI, Section 377, of the Indian Penal Code, a piece of legislation in India introduced during British rule of India, used to criminalise homosexual activity, has been declared unconstitutional. At this juncture, it remains to be seen how this will impact what the ruling will have on the smattering of late night watering holes, which crop up. Due to the underground and fluid nature of these gathering places, it is not possible to list these places.
Hotels Near Delhi International Airport
Delhi has a large number of hotels, many of them centred around the tourist/backpacker hubs.
Chandni Chowk
Chandni Chowk originally meaning moonlit square or market, is one of the oldest and busiest markets in central north Delhi. Chandni Chowk is the major street in the walled city of Old Delhi, which was originally called Shah Jahanabad. The walled city which includes the Lal Qilla Red Fort of Delhi was established in 1650, by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan.
This street, also referred to as Main Bazaar, is opposite New Delhi railway station and has many cheap hotels. It's noisy, filthy and full of touts, but it's also cheap and central and thus very popular with budget travellers. A double room with attached bathroom is Rs 200-300. Note that the Delhi Metro exits are on the Ajmeri Gate side of the New Delhi Railway station, so you'll need to cross over the railway station (Platform Ticket is not needed for entering the station, see the above article on train station cons) to go to Paharganj. To do this, simply take New Delhi station exit 1, come up above ground and enter the train station. From the security check look to your right and take the stairs at the end to the overpass. This will take you over the top of all the platforms and bring you down right at the intersection of Main Bazaar Rd.
Majnu ka Tilla
Majnu ka Tilla is a compact Tibetan settlement and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from Dharamsala, the home of the Tibetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. Stay here if you have an interest in Tibetan culture, politics and religion, or if you need something quieter (and just slightly more expensive) than Paharganj.
An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi train station should cost around Rs 50 (use the prepaid stand). The Vidhan Sabha metro station is also nearby and popular. From there cycle-rickshaws charge Rs 15 and take about five minutes.
Other Areas
Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best neighborhoods of Delhi. These areas are a welcome respite from the dirt and touts of the main tourist areas, and thanks to Delhi's metro system, these are still within an easy reach.
At the high end of the scale, demand far outstrips supply and it's not unusual to be asked US$400 for a very ordinary room. Getting a room at any of the hotels listed below for under US$200 will require good luck or timing. Beware that by law taxes for high-end Delhi hotels are still charged on the rack rate, so 12.5% on a US$400 room discounted to US$200 will still cost US$50 extra.
Stay healthy
Delhi is a hot, dusty city and the combination of the two may reduce visibility in the summer. In April through June, temperatures regularly top 40°C, meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you happen to be travelling in or out of Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays.
Drink only bottled water so you may avoid any water-related illness. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a heat stroke. Drink a lot of water, 3 litres a day, particularly in the summer. Sticking to freshly, well-cooked vegetarian food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "Delhi belly."
Stay safe
Many first time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to scams and touts, and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly believe on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts.
Delhi is also known as the rape capital of India and is an increasingly unsafe place for women. It is not uncommon to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi at night either stay in the airport lounge or well lit areas until daybreak. Try to avoid walking around alone or hiring cabs alone. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray.
Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some travelers recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous pickpockets.
Several tourist agencies have been known to swindle tourists, such as change their travel plans or charge them extra commissions and fees. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through the Indian Railways Website [156]. Also, you should book you flight tickets online as all the airlines have online booking system. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge.
Delhi Police
The Delhi Police is a 70,000 strong force serving the capital region. Unfortunately, the quality of police officers varies dramatically throughout the force; some officers may be corrupt and unhelpful, while others are honest and helpful.
For police assistance during an emergency dial 100.
Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection.
For non-emergencies, or to report a crime, go to the police station.
Cell phone coverage in the city is excellent. There are many service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Vodafone [157], Reliance [158], and Tata Indicom [159]. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the city.
Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 11, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91.
Delhi emergency numbers
Here are the Delhi emergency contact numbers
Power outages and water shortages are common Delhi, often occurring multiple times a day with summers being particularly bad. Better accommodations have water tanks and generators to alleviate the inconvenience, but keep a flashlight handy at night and do your part by not wasting too much water.
Embassies & High Commissions
Get out
Delhi is a major international transit hub for trains, planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous Hill Stations.
Salimgarh Fort is at easy reach distance from the Tomb of Humayun.


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A video of New Jersey elementary schoolchildren singing a song praising President Obama has sparked an uproar in conservative circles, with critics charging indoctrination – an echo of similar charges earlier this month when Mr. Obama spoke to schoolchildren in a nationally broadcast address.
In the song, originally written by a second-grade teacher and her class in recognition of Black History Month in February, students rap and pay tribute to Obama's accomplishments.
The video has stirred up the conservative blogosphere, and people across the political spectrum agree that the song may be an error of judgment on the teacher's part. But more broadly, it raises questions about the place of politics in the classroom and how schools and teachers can discuss Obama's presidency – and perhaps recognize its historic nature – in appropriate ways.
"The biggest thing that worries me is that we'll make our schools into politics-free zones where you can't talk about anything that might offend anyone," says Peter Levine, director of the Center for Information & Research on Civil Learning & Engagement at Tufts University in Medford, Mass.
Already, notes Professor Levine, far fewer kids take courses devoted to current events than did several decades ago. "I think we've squeezed most of the controversy out, which is bad for kids' civic development."
What the students sang
In the video, students at the B. Bernice Young Elementary School in Burlington, N.J., chant lines of praise, interspersed with the name "Barack Hussein Obama," and later sing, including the verse: "Hello Mr. President, We honor you today/ For all your great accomplishments, we all do say hooray/ Hooray, Mr. President you are No. 1/ The first black American to lead this nation."
The video was taken when Charisse Carney-Nunes, author of the children's book "I Am Barack Obama," visited the school in March, and the class reprised an earlier performance of the song. School administrators had no knowledge of the recording, district superintendent Christopher Manno wrote in a letter to parents this week, noting privacy concerns would prohibit posting such a video.
But when the months-old video surfaced last week on YouTube, it quickly went viral.
Conservative blogger Michelle Malkin was one of the first to take note of it, referring to it as an "O-cult lesson" and concluding at the end of one blog: "Out: Readin', writin', and 'rithmetic. In: Rappin', revolution, and radicalism." On Fox News, Tucker Carlson said the video was "pure Khmer Rouge stuff," and Republican National Committee chair Michael Steele called it "the type of propaganda you would see in Stalin's Russia or Kim Jong Il's North Korea."
Such characterizations, says Richard Harris, a political scientist at Rutgers University, are wildly off-base. "Indoctrination implies an ongoing and systematic effort to advance a strategy … and is a program that's devised or managed by an organization or government," he says. "This doesn't even come close."
What he finds particularly troubling, says Professor Harris, is that the episode appears rooted in an ongoing effort to "associate [Obama] with centralized planning and totalitarianism."
School to review the incident
Still, a number of people, including some parents in the district, have been bothered by the video, and the New Jersey Department of Education announced that the commissioner has directed the superintendent to conduct a thorough review of what happened.
Superintendent Manno, meanwhile, has tried to put the video in context, noting that it was created during Black History Month when there was "much exuberance throughout the country over the inauguration … of the first African American President of the United States." Lyrics to the song were sent home with students beforehand.
While the district "is confident that this incident was not an attempt to promote a political agenda, [we] are sensitive to the concerns this has raised," Manno wrote to parents.
For his part, Levine says that singing songs of adulation to a sitting president probably isn't the best way to deal with politics in the classroom. A better way to talk about Obama's presidency, he suggests, might be to start a classroom dialogue, eliciting a variety of responses from students and making sure people feel respected whatever their political viewpoint.
But the reality, he adds, is that some classrooms are likely to err in ways that offend both the right and the left when it comes to how they address current events.
"I'd be tolerant of some less-than-perfect practices," rather than have both sides cancel each other out by eliminating anything remotely controversial, Levine says. The alternative is that "we all just veto each other's videos."
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One of the cooler blog trends lately is rise of green smoothies (or green monsters, as so many like to say). The introduction of spinach and kale into everyone's morning smoothie was one of my favorite blogging developments of the year—and lately I've been delighted to see greens appearing in hot breakfast cereals too (thank you, Polly and Heather!).
Green smoothies are terrific: full of vitamins, fiber, and an easy, palatable way to get raw greens. But today I'm hoping to ignite some enthusiasm for another blended creation: the blended salad.
What is a blended salad? It's just a funny name for a raw veggie soup. Blended salads have all of the fiber and g goodness of green goodness of green smoothies, but they're savory, rather than sweet! They're also endlessly versatile: I have made dozens upon dozens of variations, and loved them all.I like to keep my blended salads as simple as possible, but you can easily add herbs or spices to change their flavor and character.
Many of my clients have taken to drinking these in the morning, as an alternative to smoothies; if you do that, I recommend a side of sprouted toast and picking clean flavors for your sleepy palate! At any other time of day, go crazy. One of the recipes I'm about to share is given some kick with cayenne pepper.
My basic blended salad formula is always the same:
1-2 cups water
¼-1/2 avocado
1-2 cups vegetables, chopped
1 cup greens
1 tsp-1tbsp cold-pressed oil (optional)
¼ tsp. salt
This is just a suggestion: you can use pretty much any combination of vegetables you like in whatever amounts you like. I enjoy adding avocado for creaminess and/or a drizzle of oil, but both are optional; blended salad purists use vegetables and water alone, which is equally tasty!
Blended salads are not only quick to make, but also very gentle on the digestive tract. They're wonderful healing foods, and they're often encouraged in the holistic health community for those whowho suffer from any kind of digestive condition. I often turn to them when my stomach is a bit off: one of my favorite variations (Kristen's Harvest Soup) got me through my recent battle with a batch of bad sprouts! You can base your blended salads on any flavors or veggies you like. My favorite combinations are zucchini and avocado based, but tomatoes and cucumber are also great bases; carrots and beets can liven them up, too.
Now, I won't lie: these may not have the immediate appeal of your green monsters. But I think you guys might grow to love them for their simplicity and rich nourishment. I challenge you all to try them one of these days (maybe, for tradition's sake, a Wednesday)! And if you do, let me know!
In the meantime, here are my top blended salad recipes, and a mini-photo gallery for you all. All recipes serve 1-2:
Creamy Zucchini Soup
1 zucchini, chopped (about 1 generous cup)
1 cup greens (spinach, kale, chard, etc.)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp white miso (not necessary, but I enjoy the flavor it lends to raw soups and blended salads)
¼ tsp salt
½ avocado, chopped
2-4 tbsp fresh dill (depending on your taste)
1 cup water
1 tbsp oil
Blend all ingredients on high in a blender until smooth; drizzle in oil slowly. Serve with sprigs of dill for garnish!
Jennifer Cornbleet's Garden Vegetable Soup (modified by yours truly)
1 small zucchini, chopped
½ large tomato, chopped
2 stalks celery
1 cup greens
10 leaves fresh basil
½ large avocado, chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp white miso
¼ tsp salt
Dash of cayenne
1 ½ cups water
Blend all ingredients except for the spinach and basil on high till smooth. Add them and blend again, also adding more water if the soup is too thick. Enjoy!
Blended Spinach Salad
2-3 cups spinach leaves
1 cup water
Dash salt
Dash pepper
Squeeze of lemon
½ large avocado, chopped
1 tbsp oil
Blend all ingredients on high till mixed, then drizzle in oil until soup is creamy. (You can jazz this up with whatever herbs you like.)
Harvest Soup (adapted from Kristen Suzanne)
1/2 cup water
1/2 large zucchini, chopped
1 medium tomatoes, quartered
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 cups carrot, chopped
1 date, pitted
1/2 tsp Himalayan crystal salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tbsp flax oil
Handful dulse strips
Blend all of the ingredients, except for the flax oil, on high speed in your blender until really creamy (approximately one minute – I prefer this soup a tad warm and very creamy). Then, while the blender is running on low speed, add the flax oil. Continue blending, at a higher speed, for another minute or less. This will make it slightly warm.
Gena's Basic Tomato Soup
1 ¼ cups chopped cherry or Holland tomatoes
½ avocado
1 cup water
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp agave or dash of stevia
Dash of salt
Blend all ingredients on high till smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed. If you prefer a slightly creamier soup, go ahead and drizzle in some oil on high speed.
I also love this soup as a light dip for veggies or even a light dressing for big summer salads!
I hope you'll all be inspired to try out one or a few of these recipes at home: and remember to personalize them according to your tastes! Garlic could be added to nearly all of them. If you must. There's no easier way to get a ton of veggies into your day. So get to chopping and blending, and enjoy!


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Ace's future best buddy has arrived!
Less than two months after BFF Jessica Simpson had her son, CaCee Cobb has welcomed her own baby boy with husband Donald Faison, the couple's first child together.
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The day's top national and international news.
As you can see below, Faison tweeted the news, saying: "Yesterday @caceecobb and I welcomed the most amazing little boy into our lives! Oh Happy Day!!"
"The happiest day of my life," Cobb added, also retweeting her hubby's sentiment.
No other details were immediately available, including the little guy's name, so we're waiting on that for now.
The proud parents tied the knot in December. Simpson, who attended as a bridesmaid, hadn't confirmed her own pregnancy news yet, but folks were starting to speculate.
Once it was general knowledge that both Cobb and Simpson were expecting at the same time, however, they were free to be super-psyched for each other out in the open. Simpson threw her pal's baby shower and Faison called the pair "a good team" back in February.
Yesterday @caceecobb and I welcomed the most amazing little boy into our lives! Oh Happy Day!! http://t.co/QnAHYMEqch — Donald Faison (@donald_faison) August 17, 2013
It's "great for those two" to be pregnant together, the former Scrubs star told E! News.
While their son is Cobb's first child, this is baby No. 5 for Faison, who has three sons and a daughter from previous relationships.
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Starship: Rebel
Almost a year has passed since the events of Starship: Mercenary. Captain Wilson Cole now commands a fleet of almost 50 ships, and he has become the single greatest military force on the Inner Frontier.
With one exception. The Republic still comes and goes as it pleases, taking what it wants, conscripting men, and extorting taxes, even though the Frontier worlds receive nothing in exchange. And, of course, the government still wants Wilson Cole and the starship Theodore Roosevelt. He has no interest in confronting such an overwhelming force, and constantly steers clear of them.
Then an incident occurs that changes everything, and Cole declares war on the Republic. Outnumbered and always outgunned, his fleet is no match for the Republic's millions of military vessels, even after he forges alliances with the warlords he previously hunted down.
It's a hopeless cause...but that's just what Wilson Cole and the Teddy R. are best at.
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- Rancher5
- 27/02/2011
Whats to say the book was great.
I really like good sci-fi war books , the entertainment value is tremendous , the characters in this book were awesome, East listen goes by to quick, the narrator was one of the best.
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- Darla A. Middlebrook
- 10/01/2009
So sad, but please, tell me more...
Mr. Resnick has penned an enjoyable series that has kept me hungry for more. I was so happy to come across this latest installment of the "Starship" saga. The characters have drawn me in and become part of my listening universe. Having said that, I was sad and mad about the loss of one of them. Like Wilson Cole, I wanted to make the Republic pay and pay and pay! The attitudes and actions of the Republic made me angry because they seem to parallel the actions and attitudes of institutions that exist in real life. Mr. Resnick has proven that fictional characters can move the audience as well as real characters. I do hope that he plans to pen more of this saga. I can't wait to listen to it.
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- Dennis
- 03/07/2013
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Very Good Book...Best one so far! As with the first books Very Good Natration-that maks a good book great.. Great story with lots of action and drama. Two Thumbs Up!!!
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- Clayton
- 26/07/2009
Another Easy Read from Resnick
I have enjoyed these books. I have not listened to them in sequence, and find that they intersperse really nicely in between other reads. Meaning that the characters are easy to follow and the action is well paced for a relatively short sci fi novel. I look forward to more in this series. This past month I have read (or listened) to about 7 books, and this was one of the easier ones to read through (WarBreaker, Cemetery Dance, Graveyard Book, Heresies Distressed, Uplift War, Jerle Shannara).
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- Roy J.
- 24/02/2009
Hoping for more
I really enjoyed the first 3 books in the series, and this book does not disappoint. I can even imagine the characters and venues with very little effort. I strongly recommend this book and the entire series to the science fiction fan. Enjoy!
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- Drakomis
- 07/08/2016
Really decent
The narrator really made this series for me. I highly recommended you purchase this series as it is very entertaining.
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- Andrew Finn
- 15/07/2010
Great book, light sci-fi reading
An easy read, easy to follow, probably better to follow in order but not overly necessary for the series. If you are a sci-fi space buff, you won't be disappointed.
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- john
- 05/07/2009
Waiting for the next one!!
In the fourth book i think we see where this is all going. i dont want to be a spoiler but this was really good and im waiting for the next book, i think the author has really embrassed these characters by now and the narrator is in flow with the story a real enjoyable listen.
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- Garry
- 18/03/2009
Great book
I keep waiting for the next one to come out and have not been let down yet. It has been worth the wait.
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- Bill Terry
- 26/02/2009
I liked this series
Good light entertainment. The logic doesn't always work, some of the plot lines are a bit hokey, and some of the characters painted with a bit too broad a stroke... but overall it was a fun series to follow.
Hoping for more.
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As we all know, Planet Fitness does not allow grunting at its clubs. Many of the clubs even have lunk alarms for grunters. Well, apparently, Planet Fitness also does not allow chest bumping—at least if it seems to be adversarial chest bumping (as opposed to celebratory chest bumping).
A story on Publicopiniononline.com reported that police were called to a Chambersburg, PA, Planet Fitness to break up a fight between two members—one 56 years old and the other 61 years old—who were fighting over a weight machine. The story notes the men were swearing at each other and chest bumping.
Chest bumping? Yes, two men over 55 were chest bumping. I can't imagine my father chest bumping anyone for any reason, let alone for a weight machine. Of course, my father is 73 years old now. Maybe I could imagine it when he was 61...or maybe not.
The report did not share what type of weight equipment the two men were fighting over. However, if I was a preferred strength equipment vendor for Planet Fitness, I would certainly check into whether that was my machine. It could make for a great marketing campaign: Our equipment is so vital to your workout that grown men chest bump for it.
Now as I try to get the image of two middle-aged men angrily chest bumping like two bucks locking horns during mating season out of my head, I have to wonder whether Planet Fitness will feel it necessary to install chest bump alarms or whether chest bumping qualifies as a lunk alarm offense.


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The city has big plans for its lake front
Chicagoans often refer to the Lake Michigan waterfront as their front yard, and there's little question the mostly open stretch of public space is integral to the city's personality. For starters, the best way to see the city – parks, gardens, beaches, and museums, sporting and convention facilities and that stunning skyline – is a bike ride up the 18-mile lakefront trail, from the University of Chicago to Hollywood Beach.
President Barack Obama celebrated his 2008 election night victory in Millennium Park, wedged between Michigan Avenue and the lake. Navy Pier, a few blocks north, is the most popular tourist attraction in Illinois. In between, the city was born when trader Jean Baptiste Point du Sable built a farm in the 1780s.
Just over a century later, Chicago beat out New York, D.C. and St Louis to host the World Columbian Exposition along its South Side lakefront, in celebration of the 400-year anniversary of Christopher Columbus' arrival. Organized by Daniel Burnham and landscaped by Fredrick Law Omsted, the Chicago World's Fair opened in 1893 and attracted 27 million people in six months.
Burnham went on to lay out much of the city's central lakefront area as part of his 1909 Plan of Chicago, including the original Navy Pier, built in 1916. The waterfront area often seemed under-appreciated during the latter half of the 20th century, as there were few major events or openings besides the annual Taste of Chicago festival in Grant Park and the disappointing Navy Pier makeover in 1995.
Then came Millennium Park. A keystone project of the Richard M. Daley era, the park opened in 2004 amidst considerable controversy and costs hitting $450 million. But it quickly attracted droves of locals and visitors alike. They wandered the gorgeous, green grounds, marveled at Anish Kapoor's mirrored stainless steel "Cloudgate" ("The Bean," to locals), and took in often-free performances at the Frank Gehry-designed Pritzker Pavilion.
It's only the beginning. Several major projects remain on the city's lakefront docket, aiming to complete the makeover that began nearly a decade ago and create an unbroken, 3-mile stretch of green jewels. Up first is a do-over for Navy Pier. Remade just a decade and a half ago for $225 million, the current version is widely seen as a pavement-heavy, retail-dominated tourist trap.
The new scheme, shaped by the pier's owners and Gensler design, envisions new green spaces, sculptures and pools to go along with a redesign of the shopping arcade and family pavilion. A design competition is underway. Several favorites – including Rem Koolhaas, Zaha Hadid and local architect and recent MacArthur "genius" winner Jeanne Gang – have already been eliminated.
The finalists, announced a couple months ago, include James Corner, designer of the High Line, the Danish firm BIG, and Chicago up-and-comer UrbanLab, which won several awards for its visionary Growing Water proposal a couple years ago.
The winning design is to be announced in mid-February, after a public viewing period of the finalists' proposals, starting February 2. The project, which is scheduled for completion for the pier's 100th anniversary, is budgeted around $200 million.
Just west of the pier, the Navy Pier Flyover is set to begin construction this year at a cost of $50 million. An elevated overpass for bikers and pedestrians, the flyover will increase safety and reduce the bottleneck on the busiest section of the lakefront trail, near Grand Avenue and Lake Shore Drive. Plans also include ramps and pathways leading to the pier itself and nearby DuSable Park.
A new section of Grant Park is also in the offing. New York architecture firm Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates has laid out a detailed plan for the $30 million remaking of the park's north end, expected to begin this fall. It includes a climbing mountain, a skating ribbon, rather than a rink, and a handful of meandering trails, green spaces and sculptures. The work should be completed in 2015.
Courtesy: Studio Gang Architects
One project that won't be done by 2015, or anytime soon, is Northerly Island. For decades, the south end of the island – actually a peninsula linked to the city by a spit of land and built as part of the Plan of Chicago – was home to Meigs Field, a single airstrip used by commuters and VIPs. That is until 2003, when then-Mayor Daley famously ordered the landing strip destroyed with a bulldozer in the middle of the night, arguing that it could be used by terrorists.
Ever since, locals have wondered how to use the 91-acre island. The leading candidate is a bold, brilliant park and lagoon design by Gang's firm, Studio Gang, and JJR, a landscape architecture firm, which has been given a thumbs-up from the Chicago Park District. The "framework plan" (which is little more than a blueprint) involves a concert pavilion that resembles a grassy hill, wetlands for migrating birds and a chain of reefs that would protect a swimming and kayaking lagoon. The proposal deftly embraces both nature and science, in a nod to the Adler Planetarium on the island's north end and the nearby Shedd Aquarium and Field Museum.


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Navy AD, fans happy to attend Air Force-Navy game
ANNAPOLIS, Md. -- On a beautiful fall day, the parking lot at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium was filled with fans and tailgate parties. A record crowd of 38,225 showed up Saturday for the football game between Navy and Air Force.
Navy athletic director Chet Gladchuk looked at the activity around him and smiled. After tumultuous week, he was right where he was supposed to be Saturday.
The Air Force-Navy game was in serious jeopardy on Tuesday, when the Department of Defense suspended athletic competition at the nation's service academies because of the U.S. government shutdown. At that point, Gladchuk took action to convince the DOD that the game should be played because it was funded by non-appropriated money.
His effort paid off. Late Wednesday night, the DOD relented.
Game on.
"First thing that comes to mind is gratitude to the Secretary of Defense and the Navy leadership for allowing it to happen," Gladchuk said before kickoff. "It's a vision that comes to fruition in this memorial that happens to be a stadium every time we play a home football game."
The late morning kickoff meant some tailgaters featured bacon and eggs on the grill instead of burgers and hot dogs.
Mimosa in one hand, spatula in the other, retired Air Force officer Charlie Lang was delighted to be among friends following a stressful week.
"There was some concern, but I was hopeful it would happen because they've never canceled a Navy football game during a government shutdown," Lang said.
Jerry Elliott drove from Fort Worth, Texas, to watch his first Navy football game. Elliott, 72, and 71-year-old Jeff Miles (Navy, Class of `63) served together on the U.S.S. Nimitz from 1978-80.
"I was coming either way, but of course I'm glad they're playing the game," Elliott said.
Miles was certain it would happen.
"Navy athletics is privately funded," Miles said. "The idea of them trying to cancel a game between two service academies is appalling."
Gladchuk felt the same way.
Asked if he had any doubts that the game would go off as scheduled, Gladchuk replied, "Just about every day."
That's why he worked so hard to make it happen.
"The exercise was to remove emotion and just try to convey the facts: What the game means, not only to the Naval Academy but to the community, the region, the city of Annapolis," Gladchuk said. "The economic impact that it makes is so critically important.
"If this was something that was a year from now and we could plan for it and there were no expectations, that would be one thing," Gladchuk said. "But you have the concessionaires, the caterers, the people who bought tickets, 200 recruits, people who have come from all over the country. To pull the plug days before the event would have been a tough one to swallow."
Pam Alderson, 53, was delighted to be at a tailgate, even one that began well before noon. Her plate was filled with egg casserole, French toast and cheese grits.
"Definitely a relief," she said. "They were talking about rescheduling this thing for December, and that's crazy talk because in December the only thing we think about is beating Army."
What would she have done if the Air Force game was postponed, or worse, canceled?
"If we didn't play I would have stayed home and written my congressman," Alderson said. "We give a lot of money to this team."
Chet Whitley, who drove up for North Carolina for the game, wondered whether Navy's game at Duke next week would be impacted by the government shutdown. A home game is one thing, but traveling to Duke?
"Not sure how that's going to work," Whitley said.
Gladchuk was ready to make it work.
"There wouldn't be any money that's part of government funding. It would be exclusively non-appropriated," he said. "We're hopeful, and right now the Secretary of Defense has not told us we can't go. So we're just remaining open-minded. We're preparing for it."
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I'm in the early stages of researching something about the film 'Quadrophenia' and the use it makes of Brighton as a location. But my question for you is more to do with actual 1960s Mod culture. Putting it crudely, was 60s Mod a Southern-only phenomenon ?
I'm sure there must have been pill-popping, scooter-riding, bluebeat-listening kids in Birmingham & Manchester & all points north, but the received wisdom centres Mod culture very much on London and of course on those invaded, rioted-in seaside towns like Margate, Clacton, Hastings and Brighton.
Received wisdom is often wrong, however. So, anybody know anything I should look at, read or otherwise check out ? Did no Mods sweep scooter-led into Blackpool or Bridlington ?
(Offshoot thought, was Northern Soul a belated Mod variant ? I think in some ways it was. but that's another project.)
(Likewise, Two-Tone was Midlands-centred, and clearly has Mod connections, but again, a side issue for this query.)
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The Para Hills West Soccer Club in Adelaide seems to have missed the memo.
By Coralie Alison
With a new focus on objectification of women, abuse, violence, sexism and misogyny, Para Hills West decides not only to host a 'Men's Night' fundraiser – but advertise it at the club for all the junior boys to see.
Para Hills West is making sure boys learn early about what women are good for. It seems to have ignored amateur soccer's own code of conduct.
Boys may wonder if their dads and coaches who they look up to, will take up the invite. (it's just lads banding together to show their support for the club right?)
Not only does its display contribute to a culture that treats women as objects but it also normalises a behaviour that contributes to violence against women.
Sporting clubs have to work hard to turn the tide in sexist attitudes towards women. The culture of sexism in men's sport is deeply entrenched. For this reason the AFL players association has partnered with The Line, an initiative under the National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children 2010 – 2022, delivered by Our Watch to combat sexism and promote respectful relationships.
Our Watch explain in their submission to the Inquiry into Domestic Violence and Gender Inequality that:
"Sexist and stereotypical ideas about masculinity and femininity may increase the probability of violence against women because they… can cast women as targets for exploitation, based on the idea that women are 'naturally' passive and submissive, combined with objectified and sexualised identities…."
Make the link, a Gippsland Women's Health initiative, states on their website that:
"Violence against women is based upon a foundation of unequal power between men and women, something that has been embedded historically in our society and in our relationships. We see this imbalance acted out in many ways, even today. It is in the jokes we tell, the language we use and in the way that men and women are represented in all types of media. "
Further, studies show that exposure to sexually objectifying images of women can lead both men and women to have a diminished view of women's competence, morality and humanity. Players and their families down at the Para Hills West Soccer Club are sent the toxic message that women are not whole people.
We no longer subscribe to the old phrase 'boys will be boys'. Our boys deserve better than that. Schools across the country are rolling out respectful relationship programs to help young people to have healthy, respectful and equitable relationships and address gender based violence. The actions of this club undermine these efforts.
It also makes women and girls feel excluded. What message does this event send to the women and girls involved in the club? We know that hyper-sexualised representations of women in advertising are directly associated with a range of consequences for girls, including higher levels of body dissatisfaction, greater self-objectification, eating disorders, and even self harm. These factors will not lead girls to participate in sport themselves but rather avoid it.
This advertising is in direct breach of the South Australian Amateur Soccer League Inc. Players Code of Conduct which states players must:
"Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person, regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion"
Women already face sexism in sport. This culture of sexism breeds in clubs that facilitate events such as this. How can we create an environment that is welcoming for all when sexually objectifying posters are plastered around the venue?
The sexualisation and objectification of women is the wallpaper of society, from billboards, to magazines, to music videos. This fundraiser means the club is endorsing this treatment of women. The club has an opportunity now to send a strong message to the community that this type of treatment of women is not okay.
Surely there are alternative avenues for sporting clubs to fundraise in ways that are respectful to all people in the community. The Para Hills West Soccer Club has a long history. Does the club now want to add sexism to that history?
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Rape victim Katrina Keshishian says she 'couldn't believe my eyes' when she read about a 'simulated' rape project
MTR comments on Melbourne artist who filmed her 'rape' for art installation
Australian writer and advocate for women, Melinda Tankard Reist, told news.com.au the project is "commendable" but "misguided".
"She humanises this appalling human rights violation by turning some impersonal statistic into a real human face — it's hard not to humanise her when you are staring into her face for three minutes," she said.
"But I have some concerns and feel the project was misguided. Rape survivors may well ask: 'What woman orchestrates and choreographs her own rape for an art installation? Is any art project really worth physical and emotional injury and life-long trauma?'"
She said the fact that she orchestrated and planned it also is not realistic.
"As a side question, if she had a camera that was visible could the man have considered it 'consensual' and acting out a fantasy? Also how would this be perceived if she ever wanted to press charges? It's hard enough already for women who were raped not only to report but to see justice."
She said the project has the "potential to reinforce the myth" of stranger rape.
"This kind of rape plays into rape myth that rape is when a stranger attacks you. By setting it up this way, inviting a stranger into her home, it plays into myths that women fantasise about being raped."


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Jim Selbe, a multimedia artist who has been creating artwork since the 1960s, and Craig Vasgird, a master silversmith with an extensive technical and construction background, are the owners.
The studio offers custom architectural and functional pieces with one-of-a-kind design, including entrance-gate systems, interior and exterior railings, decor, furnishings, signs and handmade silver jewelry.
The shop recently added a water-jet cutter, which can cut nearly any material up to 3 inches thick, even glass.
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The Department of Food Science was formed in 1983 from the already-existing Food Sciences Institute. The Institute was comprised of nine faculty members from various departments in the School of Agriculture. Those departments included Horticulture, Animal Science, Agronomy, and Agricultural and Biological Engineering. Dr. Bernard Liska, a food scientist, was Dean of the School of Agriculture at the time and understood the importance of formalizing the group into a department, bridging the gap between production agriculture and value-added products.
Dr. Liska named Dr. Philip Nelson, Head of the Institute, to be the first Head for the newly formed Department of Food Sciences. Nelson had assembled the Institute around disciplines, not commodity groups, and elected to build the new department in the same manner. This allowed for more flexibility and the ability to undertake a wide variety of research projects. Nelson's own career to this point was developing bulk aseptic storage, aseptic bag-in-box packaging, and tomato processing. His successes in aseptic processing helped to save the remnants of the tomato industry in the state of Indiana and created a new, viable way to store and package seasonal products.Throughout his years in research, he collaborated with members of the industry. When confronted with developing the new department, Nelson approached the industry to help him set the foundation for a cutting-edge department. Dr. Arnold "Bud" Denton, a retiring Senior Vice President from Campbell's Soup, worked with the faculty to create a list of business principles that remain in place today. Vision and Mission Statements were developed, and the group agreed that they had two customers; students and the industry. (Though a standard practice today, at the time, these principles were unheard of for an academic entity.)
The faculty members of the new department had already been working under these business principles but had not put them in this form. Nelson, due to his work in aseptic processing and packaging, was already emulating businesses. He had several patents and was always looking for the next trend. Another enterprising faculty member was Dr. Fred Babel. Dr. Babel had a successful patent on cottage cheese. Several faculty were part of the Purdue Creamery, a business run by the University. The creamery was closed by the University when up-keep of the facilities became too costly.
The Department was housed initially in Smith Hall, a 1913 building situated on State Street. A remodeled Smith Hall satisfied the needs of the Department at the moment but it was always a vision of Nelson's to have a new departmental building.
Dr. Nelson recognized the strength of marketing. By building strong research areas around the expertise of the faculty, research centers could be developed and marketed. In 1985, Dr. Nelson created a center around carbohydrate chemistry. Purdue Professor Emeritus, Roy Whistler, allowed his name to be used by the center and the Whistler Center for Carbohydrate Chemistry was founded. Dr. Whistler, considered by many to be the father of modern day carbohydrate chemistry, and Dr. Phil Nelson found a Whistler-protégé to become the Center Director, Dr. Jim BeMiller. Prior to coming to Purdue for this position, BeMiller was the Chairman of the Department of Medical Biochemistry at Southern Illinois University's School of Medicine.
Over the next several years, the Department of Food Science made several great strides. The Industrial Associates group was formed. Industry representatives, agreeing with the initiatives, projects, and mission of the Department, provide all-important funds for student assistance, curriculum development and other programming.
The Aseptic Workshop, held for the first time in 1983, is now accepted as an annual event. Originally, the workshop was expected to be held once, and then whenever demand was high enough to hold it. Since inception, the Aseptic Workshop has been in high demand, being held every year. The workshop is continually updated and has been held each year along with other similar workshops developed for company-specific products, and even developed for the international markets.
In 1998, the Department of Food Science moved into its new 122,000-square foot Food Science Building. The building was built with $22 million from the state of Indiana along with an additional $7 million from private and corporate fund raising. Nelson spearheaded the efforts to fulfill his dream of a food science building. The building maintains the idea of being formed around a discipline with each floor representing areas of expertise. Several floors house offices and lab space for both Food Science faculty and faculty from Agriculture and Biological Engineering's Food Process Engineering program.
As the Department matured, it was recognized that our alumni were creating a legacy of excellence throughout the world. Their contributions to food science from their roles in government, academia, and industry were quickly helping us achieve our mission of being recognized as the best food science program in the world. The Department's faculty created the Outstanding Food Science Awards, to allow us to recognize those who have "carried our banner" with pride. The annual event has been held each year since 2001.
In 2003, Dr. Nelson stepped down as Head and continued his role as a researcher and teacher. Dr. Suzanne Nielsen, a food chemist who was hired a month before the department was formed, was named the new Head. Today, she continues the legacy begun by Nelson.
In July 2010, as part of Phil Nelson's retirement celebration, the Food Science Building was renamed the Philip E. Nelson Hall of Food Science to honor Dr. Nelson's contributions to the Deparmtent, the University, and to the food industry.
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Congratulations to vrunka whose Thai Peanut Butter Cups won this week's contest for Your Best Chocolate and Spice!
1. Describe an early food experience that has influenced the way you think about food and/or cooking.
My grandmother was a huge influence on how I think about food and cooking. She lived with us when I was growing up and would do most of the cooking. My earliest memories are of watching her cook in the kitchen. She was a force of nature! She cooked whole-heartedly, completely absorbed in what she was doing -- and at the end would pile the table with a great variety of delicious dishes. One of my fondest childhood memories is of sitting with her at the kitchen table and making dozens upon dozens of homemade pot stickers. Sure, you could buy frozen ones, but what could beat the ones made by hand in your own kitchen?
2. What's your least favorite food?
A year or two ago, I would have said beets, but I have since learned that I like them raw and grated -- delicious! Now there's not much I won't at least try... except maybe durian!
3. What is the best thing you've made so far this year?
I made a Moroccan Butternut Squash Pie for National Pie Day that I have to say was pretty darn tasty (see below). It was kind of a vegetarian version of basteeya. I entered it in a pie contest and though it didn't win, I'm happy I got a chance to work on that recipe because it's a keeper!
vrunka's Moroccan Butternut Squash Pie
4. Describe your most spectacular kitchen disaster.
There have been too many to count, but speaking of pie contests... a couple years ago I made a custard-base pie for a pie contest. I guess I was too much in a rush because when I got to the contest venue, I brought out the pie and realized that the custard had not yet set... and had, in fact, spilled all over the car seat. Needless to say, I did not win that contest.
5. What is your idea of comfort food?
My favorite comfort foods are the ones that remind me of my childhood and my grandmother -- hot bowls of congee, potstickers, ginger chicken.
6. Apron or no apron?
Despite my large collection of aprons, I often go without -- much to the detriment of my wardrobe.
7. What's your favorite food-related scene in a movie?
One of my all time favorite movies is Wong Kar-Wai's In The Mood for Love. The two main characters are always finding excuses to "accidentally" run into each other at the neighborhood noodle joint. Never have take out containers of noodles ever looked so seductive!
8. If you could make a show-stopping dinner for one person, living or dead, who would it be?
I never cook very well under pressure so I don't know if I'd try to make a "show-stopper" for anyone. But if I could have someone over for dinner, there are plenty of people I'd love to chat with over a bowl a soup or plate of pasta. I've been reading a lot of Lynda Barry's work recently and she seems like she'd be a hoot to chat and eat with!
9. You prefer to cook:a. aloneb. with othersc. it depends on your mood
When I need to decompress from a long day at work, there's nothing better than to just sink into the kitchen and cook by myself, following my own rules and whimsies. But if I'm feeling more social, it's so much fun to cook with other people. I love all that joking around, bobbing and weaving around each other and the serendipitous dishes that arise from all those minds and hands at work. All that good energy really makes the food taste great!
10. When it comes to tidying up, you usually:a. clean as you cook.b. do all the dishes once you've finished cooking.c. leave the kitchen a shambles for your spouse/roommate/kids to clean.
I have often described my cooking style as, "Kitchen Tornado." This results in a whirlwind of dishes, utensils, ingredients flying every which way until dinner is served. So while I truly admire people who can (a.) clean as they cook, me, I'm doing well if I can manage to (b.) do all the dishes once I've finished cooking. Of course, if you ask my husband, he'll tell you that it's really (c.) and that I usually leave the kitchen a shambles. Hey, it's hard to be a cook in a kitchen with no dishwasher!
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Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 170 diseños de 61 diseñadores freelance.
Updated brief.... hey there guys - an update to the brief... probably should have mentioned this earlier ad should have been part of the original brief... but the business is run by a woman and she wants a female touch. so think feminine in your icons and typeface.
MG Projects + Design, a rapidly growing interior space planning & professional organising business needs a new identity for all facets of the business including business cards, flyers, print-ads, letterheads and website.
MG Projects + Design
Design. Organise. Lifestyle.
Desired Color Scheme:
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Desired Style:
small, personal, approachable, stylish, luxurious and professional.
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Providing a wide range of services from interior space planning, residential makeovers and professional organising with a focus on personal attention for each client. The name of the business is "MG Projects + Design" and a working tagline of "Design. Organise. Lifestyle." but we'd like to see versions both with and without the tagline as we're not 100% of the tagline.
The target audience for the company is:
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- women (30-60) - e.g. women who lead busy lives and want to deal with another woman who can take the pressure out of a design project by dealing with all the male tradesman and architects etcThe identity needs to be personal, stylish, luxurious and professional and illicit a feeling of a helpful service with a personal touch. An icon that can be re-used independently of the text as a branding element that revolves around the initials "MG" required.
The colour palette is charcoals and reds (but we're willing to entertain others if you feel strongly about them) and the the logo should work in black+white. We have no typography preferences at all.
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