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1. The Multicentre Cerebral Palsy study.
This study carried out over 6 years from 1998-2004 involved 8 centres across Europe (Dublin, Edinburgh,Helsinki,Lisbon,London (2 centres), Stockholm and Tubingen. The aim of the study,directed by Dr Martin Bax, was to identify potential causes of cerebral palsy which might then lead to preventive work. A paper was published in JAMA Oct 4 2006, Vol.296, No 13' entitled 'Clinical and MRI correlates of cerebral palsy: The European Cerebral Palsy Study: M Bax, C Tydeman, O. Flodmark.
2. Autism and Epilepsy
About 50% of children with autistic spectrum disorder ( ASD) develop epilepsy. Some may have this from the start of the condition but in many children it develops later and may not occur until adolescence. Researchers examined two groups of children – 1 group with ASD and another group with ASD and epilepsy. The notion was that children without epilepsy might have a different form of autism to those with both ASD and epilepsy. A paper was published in Acta Paediatrica 2009, 98, pp675-682 'Autistic Spectrum Disorders in Children with and without epilepsy: impact on social functioning and communication. J. Turk, M.Bax, C.Williams, P.Amin, M. Eriksson, C.Gillberg.
3. Human Placenta
Placental cell turnover: time to translate knowledge to therapy. Professor Ian Baker and Dr Ian Crocker: The main aim of this study was to carry forward the researchers' past findings on exaggerated cell turnover of placentas of complicated and growth restricted pregnancies using modern techniques to counteract these pathological events. Success in these endeavours will provide proof of concept for placental gene therapy and bring researchers closer to influencing and optimising placenta efficiency in utero which will have a huge impact on current obstetric practices.
4. Human Placenta: A novel placental therapy for Growth Restriction:
Chief Investigator: Dr Ian Crocker, Senior Scientist/Lecturer, Maternal and Fetal Health, Developmental Biomedicine Research Group, School of Biomedicine, Faculty of Medical and Human Science s, University of Manchester, St Mary's Hospital, Manchester: The Manchester group has been working on placental research for several years with the help of a grant from the Castang Foundation. Fetal growth restriction (FGR) in pregnancy is associated with elevated childhood morbidity and mortality including cerebral palsy. Insulin-like growth factor-I and –II and their cell surface receptors (IGF-1 and IGF-2 are critical regulators of fetal and placental growth. Altered levels of IGFs in FGR may contribute to placental dysfunction which in turn impacts on fetal development. The group hypothesise that enhancing placental IGF availability will optimise placental function and fetal growth potential in these compromised pregnancies. This study is the first to investigate the manipulation of the IGF system in a growth-restricted model of pregnancy. If successful, these investigations could translate into a new direction for the prevention of FGR with lifelong impact on neonatal and childhood health.


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We are just sojourners in this world. Our aim is to reach that heavenly place God has prepared for His children. I long to be in that place where there are no more tears, no more hurting, no more sorrow.
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Beautiful old hymn...love it!
have always loved dolly and her singing but no other song sounds so sweet as this one to me
Very pretty ~ I enjoyed that, thank you ~
My mom sang this song so many times...I can't wait to meet her on that beautiful shore!
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I've always loved this song, and it's become dearer as the years go by!

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This dog really hates her toothbrush
When you think about it, toothbrushes are actually kind of disgusting.
They're damp, they're dank and their bristles are clogged with old food and tooth filth.
So Ruby the dog's reaction to this toothbrush is totally valid.
Footage of her extreme repulsion by the personal grooming implement/germ breeding ground has hit the internet, and is visual proof that dogs can feel disgust.
"Ruby is known for her faces at inanimate objects," Ruby's owner says on YouTube.
"When she sees a toothbrush, she can't help but feel highly uncomfortable."
Highly uncomfortable is right.
When her owner comes at her with this green and white stick of misery, she tries to bat it away with her paw but also doesn't want to touch it, because it is grubby.
She makes a face that can only be described as "yuck".
The pup seems to really hate this toothbrush and everything it stands for.
Because if you put aside the obvious germ factor, brushing your teeth is the final barrier before sleep (if you're following a recommended dental hygiene regime, that is).
A toothbrush isn't just an object, it's a reminder of the fact that you have to stand there, brushing away the filth of the day before you're allowed to crawl into bed and forget the world for a few hours.


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This section describes the setup with which I performed my experiments. I thought it would be helpful to split this up into three sections. First, a part about signal generation: how is the light shining onto the sample generated? Second: what devices help getting the best results and where are they in relation to the sample? Lastly, there is a section about how the output is measured and interpreted.
It is desirable to be able to excite the nanocrystals with a variety of wavelengths and at a variety of beam fluxes. In order to do this, half the setup consists of a box dedicated to the generation of photons. This box consists of four important parts: a source laser, OPO's, frequency doublers and polarization filters. For extra convenience, it outputs its light through a single hole, in a single direction. In this box a lot of components are based on nonlinear optical materials1. These materials are a science in themselves, but the end result is that photons can be split and merged in arbitrary ratios and quantities.
The laser is an off the shelve Nd:YAG laser, which lases at 1065nm. It has a nonlinear optical crystal that triples the energy to 354nm. This process is known as third harmonic generation. I've used it in pulsed mode (100Hz), because sustained high fluxes can damage the optics in the rest of the setup.
Secondly the box has two OPO's, or optical parametric oscillators. Very roughly, it consists of a nonlinear optical crystal and an optical resonator that can split a photon beam into two. The crystal 'cuts' the beam into two other frequencies, depending on the beam incident angle. The optical resonator then deamplifies the original frequency, causing you to end up with only the two new frequencies. Rotating the crystal causes the exact output frequencies to change, allowing for precise selection of the desired frequency, exactly what we needed.
Because the crystals in the OPO's can only cover so much in the frequency spectrum, there a also frequency doublers present in the box. They add up the energies of two photons. Again, a nonlinear optical crystal is used here.
Lastly, there's a set of polarization filters. With these, the intensity of the output beam can be tuned.
Now that we have a hole that outputs a photon beam of a frequency and intensity we choose, it's time to discuss how the beam interacts with the sample. The sample is the collection of nanocrystals. They're prepared by sputtering SiO, with , onto a slide of quartz, the substrate. This takes place in a vacuum to prevent the silicon from oxidizing. Then, the slide is inserted into an oven and is then 'baked', or annealed. The sputtered SiO will settle, and depending on , Si will clump together and integrate into the surrounding Si and O, which forms an SiO matrix. The nanocrystal size, spacing and shape depend on , the length and temperature of the baking process. How exactly is a matter of chemistry, and very difficult to model.
Nonetheless, the sample looks like a slice a glass, typically 10x5x1mm. This, and the fact that the distribution of Si NCs in the slice is not uniform, causes the photons coming off of the sample to have strong anisotropic behavior. To compensate, there is an instrument called the integrating sphere6. This is simply a sphere with a highly reflective scattering surface on the inside. There are two holes to allow light to enter and exit the sphere. The sample is put on a frame, that suspends the sample roughly in the middle of the sphere. The effect of the sphere is that any anisotropies are smoothed out as light gets reflected. The two holes obviously constitute a loss of photons, but these losses are small (the holes are small) and isotropic (the ratio of photon energies are not changed by it). With this sphere, the measurement of an absolute quantum efficiency is possible.
Converting a bundle of photons is done with either a charge-coupled device (CCD) or a photomultiplier tube (PMT). A fiber is attached to the integrating sphere, leading the light into a monochromator. This device is a box in which there's a grating, that splits the photon beam up into it's constituent frequencies. These frequencies are spatially spread over a certain angle. The PMT and CCD are attached to the monochromator, and via a mirror you can select which instrument to use. The CCD allows for the simultaneous measurement of the entire spectrum the grating reflects onto it, with a time resolution down to 13ms. The PMT can measure only one frequency, but with a much higher time resolution: down to 250ps. There are a few different gratings to choose from, which differ mostly in output window and operating frequency range.
This new setup, a laser box that can emit photons at higher energies (up to 6 eV, the bandgap of a NC is typically around 1.5 eV, see 12) and an integrating sphere that smooths out anisotropies, allows the research group to build graphs of the absolute quantum efficiency as a function of excitation wavelength. These images show if exiting the NCs at multiples of the bandgap energy actually results in quantum cutting. After all, quantum cutting would manifest itself as an increase in quantum efficiency.


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You can be sure that our thorough eye examinations provide an accurate assessment of your vision and the health of your eyes. Each examination can take up to 40 minutes to provide sufficient time for this.
Using the latest diagnostic techniques and equipment we check for many eye conditions including macular degeneration, cataracts and glaucoma to name but a few. Did you realise diabetes and raised blood pressure can sometimes be initially detected by changes to the back of the eye?
For children in particular it is very important to detect any sight problems early, as undetected they can be detrimental to their learning and development. We are happy to see children of any age and recommend regular sight tests for all children over the age of 3 years. They are of course paid for by the NHS up to the age of 16 and up to the age of 19 for those in full time education.
Retinal photography enables us to look in great detail at the back of your eye and can help us detect early signs of eye disease. It is also useful for monitoring existing conditions such as glaucoma and diabetes.
The photos are stored so that the Optometrist can compare photos at future visits and determine if there are any changes to the retina or optic nerve.
There is no 'official' age at which you can start wearing contact lenses and neither is there any upper age limit; modern contact lenses are both comfortable and affordable for virtually any prescription and we are always happy to give you advice as to your suitability for a trial.
The majority of Contact Lenses fitted today are soft lenses. These are available as single use daily disposable lenses, 2 weekly daily wear, monthly daily wear or, in some instances, weekly or monthly sleep-in.
Today we can correct even very complex prescriptions with soft lenses but, if appropriate, we still have the option of using Rigid Gas Permeable lenses if the need arises.
There are very few people who cannot wear Contact Lenses and there are almost certainly times when most of us find that glasses are a little inconvenient. So, if you would like Contact Lenses for full time wear, part time wear, social wear, holiday wear, sports, or just for walking the dog in the rain please give us a call or come in for a chat.
We offer diabetic screening at our Ivybridge and Yealmpton branches. This is a service for those already diagnosed as diabetic. Jane Newsome and Jane Mossford are specially trained to perform the screening and assess the photos for the diabetic centre at Derriford.
Visual Stress, also often referred to as Meares-Irlen Syndrome, affects many children and adults and can cause significant visual discomfort when reading. This can affect reading fluency, comprehension, concentration and cause rapid fatigue whether reading from a printed page or from a computer screen.
Letters or words appearing blurred or as if they are moving, glare from the page or screen, problems with tracking and scanning, constantly having to re-read causing difficulty with retention, are just some symptoms.
Visual Stress is found to exist in many conditions including Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Photosensitive Migraine, Photosensitive Epilepsy, Autism, ADHD, Head Injuries, Multiple Sclerosis, Depression and anxiety.
Colour, in the form of overlays or tinted spectacle lenses, has been found to be hugely beneficial in alleviating the symptoms and at Newsome Opticians we offer a full assessment. This usually starts with coloured overlays and then, if an overlay proves successful, it can be followed by a further assessment using the Intuitive Colorimeter. This is an instrument that fine tunes the colour far more accurately and the resulting tint is then matched precisely and made up into spectacles. Please phone or call in for further information.
Our fully equipped glazing laboratory ensures that all lenses are finished to our own exacting standards. We can often make a pair of spectacles for you within the hour, whether you choose a new frame or prefer to have your own frame reglazed.
Did you know that it is still possible to have frames for your glasses hand made for you? This is a very traditional service and involves taking multiple facial measurements, selecting a style of frame you like, selecting the colour you would like it made in and then sending all this information to a specialist workshop where a pair of glasses are made - just for you! The fit and comfort of these is second to none.
Accidental damage can occur to your frames or lenses, if it does, call in and one of our staff will give you a prompt evaluation of what will be required. We can carry out most standard repairs such as straightening frames, replacing nose pads and missing screws. Should the lens be damaged we can sometimes replace it within the hour. If the damage to your frames is too great we can send them away for soldering or specialist repair.


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The road to Victoria Falls
The following blog is a recount of my time travelling from Namibia to Zimbabwe via Zambia to start my two-week overland truck tour.
3 August
After months and months of excitement about my overland truck holiday coming up, it was finally time! Everything was packed and I said goodbye to all my CCF buddies with a little sadness but a lot of rush (the lady who was meant to be taking us in decided at the last minute to shunt our ride nearly 2 hours earlier!). We arrived into Otji and hung out in Wimpy for a few hours before getting onto our chariot for the north: Intercape (not quite a chariot, more of a very normal-looking bus). Very surprisingly, given its reputation, the bus actually arrived EARLY! We found our seats and settled down. All seemed to be going well until about midnight when there was a loud bang on the bus, which sounded like something hit the floor of the bus, and then it got quite cold. It turned out that a rock had hit the window near the front of the bus, causing it to shatter! We waited by the side of the road for an hour in the middle of nowhere in the pitch black whilst the driver tried to fix the cracks; at one point he came on board and shouted "Does anyone have any duct tape?"! Fortunately for us, one man came prepared and we were able to patch the massively splintered window up with trusty tape. Onwards we went into the night, trying as we might to get any glimpse of sleep but mostly failing due to the sheer lack of space and uncomfortableness of the seats.
4 August
At Katima Mulilo, the border stop in Namibia just before you hit Zambia, I met Rodgers from my Masters course at a random petrol station at 7 am. A bizarre meeting indeed but very nice to catch up! He was really hungover from out partying the night before – the same as I always remember him! After a quick chat, the bus was ready to depart and off we headed on to Zambia.
The border post at Zambia is a rather odd place with absolutely no sights anywhere telling you what to do (apparently you have to get your passport stamped on one side of the border, walk about 500 m and then find a random building on the other side to get another stamp) so we followed two German dudes that sort of looked like they knew what they were doing. All went well and we were able to pass easily through, although we learned an invaluable lesson: always carry a pen with you wherever you go in Africa, for they are extremely useful things. We returned to our uncomfortable bus and travelled on through Zambia, stopping off briefly in Livingstone and arrived into Zim 4 hours later than expected. Surprisingly, the border post in Zim was a million times easier to get through than what it was at Harare airport and the Customs officials were even FRIENDLY! On the way to our hotel, we saw a herd of wild elephants on the roadside – very cool. We got to the hotel just in time for our truck tour meeting and ended up inadvertently being upgraded from a chalet to a whole lodge! We then met the rest of the people from our tour group, including 3 families. I first thought that might be a bad thing but decided that it will probably be for the best being as they don't want to party all night.
5 August
An early start (the shape of things to come) to take a horse riding safari into the bush near Vic Falls. Arrived at the stables to be greeted by a rather fierce Rhodisian old white lady atop a horse who scowled down at us and said "I hear you are both experienced riders, but what do you mean by experienced? How experienced? Have you played polo? Do you professional show jump? Do you own your own horse?". Rather bewildered by this assault so early in the morning, I mumbled something about working at a horse sanctuary in Malta (totally forgetting that I'd trained Arabian horses in Oregon), which didn't best please her. "But that doesn't count! You can look after a poor horse but not RIDE one!", so I retorted that I did know how to do dressage and jumping, which apparently appeased her. We then found out that our guide used to work at Antelope Park so we had a big long chat about that place and about how naïve/stupid/selfish many tourists are apparently in the name of conservation but really all the want to do is hug a cute animal.
Later that day we went on to Vic Falls National Park. Only one word can describe this place: BEAUTIFUL! It is such a spectacular place and I can really see why it is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. We wandered along the whole length of the falls (there are many, not just one waterfall). We got showered on by the falls, which was so refreshing and invigorating. The air seemed so clean and cleansing. We then walked through the rainforest and had loads of photo opportunities. A very enjoyable place to visit and I really recommend it to anyone!
Stay tuned for my next blog about my experiences of Botswana.


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D.J. Reader sidelined with broken foot
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Clemson football signee D.J. ReaderD.J. Reader
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View Full Profile, a defensive lineman who will also play for the Tigers baseball team, may miss up to the first month of Grimsley's baseball season after breaking a bone in his foot.
Reader broke the fourth metatarsal in his left foot during the Whirlies' senior night boys basketball game against Southern Alamance on Feb. 7.
"I went up for a rebound and came down with the basketball and landed on somebody's foot," Reader said.
He has been in a boot and using crutches ever since. The injury did not require surgery. Reader said he'll visit the doctor again on Wednesday and hopes to lose the crutches in three weeks.
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NEW YORK — Sears will no longer sell Whirlpool-branded appliances, curtailing a business relationship that dates back more than 100 years.
In a note sent to its stores recently, Sears said that Whirlpool was making demands that would've made it difficult to sell those name-brand appliances at a competitive price.
Sears has been ravaged by new competition for years, from stores like Home Depot and also from Amazon.com and other online retailers. It's been closing stores as competitors take a bigger slice of the territory it dominated for decades. In the U.S., consumers buy most of their small appliances, from Walmart, according to market research firm TraQline. Amazon comes in second, with Sears placing fourth behind Target.
The change to the Sears-Whirlpool partnership is effective immediately and Sears is also pulling from its floor products from Whirlpool subsidiaries like Maytag, KitchenAid and Jenn-Air.
Sears said that it would sell off the remainder of its Whirlpool inventory. Its stores will now only sell its Kenmore products and other brands like LG, Samsung, GE, Frigidaire, Electrolux and Bosch.
Whirlpool's CEO Marc Bitzer told investors last Tuesday that the company told Sears in May that it would no longer supply branded products because it could not reach terms that were "acceptable to both parties." He said Whirlpool will continue to supply the Kenmore products it makes for Sears.
Bitzer also said the entire Sears business has declined over time and now accounts for only 3 percent of Whirlpool's global business, of which branded products are only a small fraction.
The relationship between the two companies reaches back to 1916, when Whirlpool began making two types of wringer washers for Sears, Roebuck and Co., according to Whirlpool's website. At that time, Sears operated exclusively through mail order. The Hoffman Estates, Illinois-based company, now Sears Holdings Corp., also owns Kmart.


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From the moment you turn into Emerald Bvld you know why( Emerald Island) is one of Orlando's most popular resorts.
Surrounded by water and lush tropical woodland this gated community is close to the 192 highway with it's many shops, restaurants and amusements and yet far enough away to be your own tropical paradise. The on site facilities include tennis and volley ball courts, nature and cycling trail and two children's play areas. The club house has complementary internet access, a fitness room ,Sauna, coffee lounge, communal pool , spa and tiki bar. All this and only a 5 minute drive from the Disney complex and 2 mins. from the major highways for those trips further afield.
The Villa - Emerald Gem
This beautifully decorated luxury home newly refurbished in May 2017 is situated in a quiet road and backs onto conservation woodland for added privacy around the pool.
Light and airy and maintained to a high standard with all new Mattresses in 2015 the villa is the perfect place to relax and enjoy all the atmosphere Florida has to offer.
Every effort has been made to include everything you are likely to need for a comfortable vacation, from travel adaptors and hairdryers to board games, books and a selection of DVD's. Although fully air conditioned the bedrooms also have ceiling fans for added comfort.
Both master Bedrooms and the Queen Bedroom have TV'S and alarm clock radios. The villa also has wireless internet and is fully baby friendly with everything from sterilisers to a tots toy box.
Take a cooling dip in the Pool or relax and enjoy a steak on the BBQ with a glass of wine. However much you enjoy your days out you will always be pleased to return to Emerald Gem.
Broadband Wireless internet access is now available within the villa with free calls within the USA and Canada.
If this villa looks ideal for your visit to Florida, simply submit your preferred dates and contact details on the enquiry form below. You are under no obligation to book any villa that you enquire about and once submitted, you will receive confirmation of both availability and the price from the villa owner. All bookings are made direct with the villa owners, so you get the best price and you do not pay a service fee (unlike some other villa websites). For more details on sending an enquiry, view our Renting Villas FAQs.
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Our booking dates are flexible allowing the option of being able to travel using off peak midweek flights.
You may book for any number of days although stays of less than one week will be surcharged for short term cleaning.
Emerald Island is a newer upmarket gated community, hidden away amongst woodland and offering executive villas, with the added benefit of a clubhouse and all the facilities you would expect from a holiday resort. Boasting excellent community facilities centered around the huge clubhouse, guests have use of the community pool and sunbathing area, spa and sauna, gym and exercise room, games arcade and an internet cafe. Outside, there are tennis courts and basketball courts for the more sporty and children's play areas for the toddlers. All this and nature trails around the surrounding conversation and woodland area.
Heading around 2 miles towards US192, there is the Formosa Gardens Village shopping complex, which has a supermarket, pharmacy, walk-in medical centre, liquor store and a selection of other shops (including an ATM cash machine). For eating out, there is a selection of restaurants and eateries, which include an Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, TGI Fridays, Giordano's Italian restaurant, as well as both a Chinese take-away and Japanese sushi bar. For quick snacks, there is also a Subway, Taco Bell and Dairy Queen. Heading onto US192 towards Kissimmee, you will find countless restaurants for eating out and an almost equal number of themed crazy golf to work off the meal!
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As you open the door to Emerald Gem you will find a spacious Games Room to the right with a Pool Table, Foosball Table (Table Football for UK guests ) and a Dart Board with plastic tipped darts. A complete remodel has been completed here during January 2017.
To the left we have the Queen Bedroom with a 5ft. Double Bed, small TV and cupboard with ample hanging space.
Continue on and the Family Room to the left has twin Sofas, a large screen TV and a Sony surround sound system. The ideal Room for adults to unwind away from the heat of the day or the kids being noisy in the Pool.
Turn right into the Bath/Shower Room and onto a Master Bedroom. A quiet Room with the same facilities as the Queen Room.
Along the Hallway are 2 Themed Twin Bedrooms sharing a Jack and Jill Bathroom. Mickey themed of course.
Younger children will love the Disney Room and the older ones the Jungle Room. More extras are planned here in November 2014. These rooms are both close to the Master Bedroom so small children need not be far from Mum and Dad at night.
Left into the main Family Room and sink into the Sofas overlooking the Pool and Deck area. Enjoy the view over the Pool into lush woodland. Here you may enjoy a Movie or just watch one of the many TV channels.
From the Family Room stroll into the spacious Master Bedroom and Bathroom with walk in Shower and Roman Bath.
The fully equipped Kitchen is situated in the centre of the home next to the Dining Nook with a six seat Table and Chairs, although the chance of you eating indoors is a bit slim when you can enjoy the Florida sun outside or the cool of the evening with a BBQ .
The pool area overlooks conservation woodland which allows more privacy and the Deck area may be lit at night to enjoy a BBQ which is provided
The Pool may be heated in the cooler months and the Spa has the added advantage of a rapid heat facility for those evenings when the perfect day can be rounded off with a soak in the Spa. There are Loungers, Chairs and a Table on the Pool Deck.
Games Room
This Well equipped Games Room features a Pool Table, an Electronic Dartboard and a Foosball Table.
It also has a Music Centre and TV together with PLAYSTATION 3 for your enjoyment.
Two Bicycles are also provided.


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Tour Duration: 03 Days / 02 Nights
This 3 days Uganda safari takes you to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's largest and most spectacular National park in Uganda and indeed in the Whole of Africa. While on this wildlife tour, you can opt for Chimpanzee trekking and Rhino Tracking safari at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary. Attractions and activities include Birds, awe-inspiring Scenery, gushing sounds of water Falls, Nile River boat Cruise viewing wildlife animals, game, school of hippos , Giraffe are found in this park of Murchison falls all included in your 3 day Murchison Falls Uganda Wildlife Safari.
The Murchison Falls is formed by River Nile waters which pass through a narrow gorge and falls into a mighty thunder roar of white waters. This park is the oldest conservation area in Uganda and a home to wild animals such as the elephant, lion, buffalo, chimpanzee, a large number of antelopes and birds. The main activity in this park is game viewing, chimpanzee tracking, bird watching and boat riding.
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe / Kampala & Drive to Murchison Falls National Park
You will be received by a representative from Africa Nature Trekkers and one of our drivers / guides, drive you to your booked accommodation. Begin with a panoramic drive northwest through the famous Luwero Triangle to Masindi Town. A stop over is made at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking and lunch, continues via Budongo forest and to the spectacular fall where you can see the Nile's perfected beauty, and marvel as it compresses and squeezes itself from approximately 1km wide down through a 7m canyon. The 150m drop of the falls creates a thunderous roar and a beautiful rainbow in a plume of spray, See, feel and photograph the beauty of the spot as you relax around. Overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Camp or Sambiya River Lodge / Red Chili Hostels and Campsite
Day 2: Game Viewing – Murchison Falls National Park
After a morning cup of African tea, embark on a morning game drive on the northern bank where our safari guide will help you spot elephants, lions, buffalo, Rothschild's giraffes, Harte beasts, waterbucks, Oribi, bushbucks, bohor reed bucks, hyenas, and on rare cases leopards across an open savannah dotted woodland and riverine vegetation along the Nile and Albert delta Return to the lodge for breakfast as you refresh yourself at the pool side. After lunch, a three hour boat trip along the Nile gives you a guarantee to see the falls from the bottom angle. Hippos, crocodiles, antelopes, and aquatic bird species including Goliath Herons, Egyptian Geese, Pelican Bee-Eaters, Kingfishers, Horn Bills, Cormorants and the Rare Shoebill Stork can be seen along the shores of the River. Overnight at Paraa Lodge / Sambiya River Lodge
Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park – Kampala/ Entebbe Intn'l Airport
Morning and a relaxes breakfast and then we pack our luggage ready for the return journey to Kampala with a stop at the top of the falls from where the earth literally shakes from the power and strength of the falls, At this point you will be in position to spot a rainbow generated by the mists of the fall. A visit to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is most rewarding. Enjoy your Lunch while at the Rhino sanctuary then proceed for Kampala continue to Entebbe airport in time for your scheduled departure flight.
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Available Accommodation
Both budget and luxury accommodation facilities are available to cater for the different travelers.
Budget Lodges: Budongo Eco Lodge, Red Chilli Rest Camp, and Murchison Falls Lodge, Global Village Guest House
Luxury Lodges: Chobe Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge, and Sambiya River Lodge.


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The 66th annual Wise County Youth Fair kicks off Monday.
The contests and shows run through Saturday morning. (A complete schedule ran in the Feb. 21 edition of All Around Wise.) Shows are held at the Wise County Fairgrounds in Decatur with the exception of the horse show at the NRS arena and a public speaking contest at Weatherford College Wise County.
The fair features FFA, 4-H and FCCLA members from across the county, all excited to exhibit their projects and share their stories with folks new to the county fair experience. Other highlights include the queen's contest Monday night, the Heart of a Champion show Friday afternoon and the auction Saturday afternoon.
The finals for The American – the world's richest one-day rodeo – are Sunday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
The event is a treat for rodeo fans because amateurs compete with a mixture of top athletes from the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) and the Women's Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA).
There is no other event where pros from all three organizations compete head-to-head.
Tickets are still available or you can watch it from the comfort of your couch on RFD-TV, starting at 2 p.m. The pre-show is at 1.
Celebrate your local school district Feb. 26-March 2.
Next week is Texas Public Schools Week, a recognition established in 1950 by the Freemasons to encourage a collaboration of Texas citizens to support the public school system and revive interest in education.
Many school districts are holding special events, like open houses, to welcome the public to their campuses and celebrate the event.
Check with your child's school to see what fun events are planned and better yet, take this time to thank the teachers, staff and administrators who have made the biggest impact on your family.
The Wise County Messenger is hosting a free, two-hour class Sunday with award-winning photographer Joe Duty on How to Shoot Youth Sports.
The session will include tips and tricks, plus provide insight on how Duty captures the action and emotion of every game, whether it be little league or a varsity state championship.
The class is 2 to 4 p.m. at the Decatur Visitors Center, 106 S. Trinity St.
Don't miss it!
Texas turns 182 on Friday.
March 2 is Texas Independence Day, which celebrates the adoption of the Texas Declaration of Independence from Mexico at Washington-on-the-Brazos in 1836. Fifty-nine delegates signed the declaration written by George Childress. Just four days after the declaration, the rebellion looked to be short lived as the Mexican army under Santa Anna stormed the Alamo. But six weeks later, the Texans under the direction of General Sam Houston defeated Santa Anna's forces to win Texas' independence as a sovereign nation. Texas elected Houston its first president, and it remained a nation for nine years before joining the United States in 1845.
Celebrate the right way with some cold Shiner Bock or Dr Pepper, good barbecue and spin some Gary P. Nunn, Willie Nelson and Pat Green records.


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This gorgeous Bear Paw print quilt set will add dramatic cottage cabin style to your home!
Bear Paw prints in shades of blue in petite florals on a white background give this quilt set versatile decorating style.
Reverses to an all over petite floral pattern in dark blues.
Made with cotton fill and face with a super soft microfiber reverse.
Machine washable
Queen Quilt measures 90 inches by 90 inches plus two standard quilted pillow shams
King Quilt measures 105 inches by 95 inches plus two standard quilted pillow shams


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Connected Cars: Revolutionising the Driving Experience
The automotive industry is on the verge of a digital revolution, with the race to build the fully connected car already underway. The convergence of vehicles, communications and technology is driving this industry transformation. Ultimately, the goal of connected cars is to provide a personalised smart driving experience that will redefine transportation as we know it.
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Technological innovation continues to accelerate, particularly in regards to the quality of connectivity. According to The Economist Intelligent Unit, 2017 will be marked by new investment in connected car technology. Drivers are now accustomed to the increasing amount of digital technology not only in their lives but also in their cars. Where automotive digital technology traditionally focused on optimising internal functions, the focus has now shifted to enhancing the in-car experience and developing the car's ability to connect with the outside world. It is forecasted, that 2017 will see a global spending on connected vehicles of US $29.6 billion (IDC).
The Connected Car
The connected car —a vehicle able to optimise its own operation and maintenance as well as the convenience and comfort of passengers using onboard sensors and Internet connectivity – McKinsey
The connected vehicle experience is about the end user and available services, rather than the product itself. As part of the Internet of Things (IoT), connected cars are connected to the online world, as well as devices, in order to help predict your needs and improve the driving experience. The connected car is often considered a smartphone on wheels as it uses Internet technology to power a variety of new in-vehicle services.
Today's car has the computing power of 20 personal computers, features about 100 million lines of programming code, and processes up to 25 gigabytes of data an hour – McKinsey
Manufacturers are trying to meet consumer demands by integrating new technologies in cars that improve these 4 needs:
- Productivity/ Entertainment
- Safety
- Security
- Efficiency
Connected car features can range from general Internet services, entertainment and social platforms, to smart mobility services that leverage data. Some aspects of the connected car are already a reality, with 4G networks powering navigation devices, traffic alerts and streaming to entertainment systems.
Source: PWC, Connected Car Report 2016
The rise of connected cars is opening up the car display ecosystem and providing the opportunity to publish content and deliver services directly to the consumer – creating a mash-up of automotive, publishing, entertainment, and mobile. More specifically, organisations will be able to display personalised ads via the car's built-in navigation screen or mobile device. Connected cars can move beyond simple navigation to real-time recommendations for, for example, hotels, restaurants or petrol stations that are on-route. This real-time content delivery leverages all data points collected from the car to provide a connected and personalised experience.
Source: Accenture, Global Connected Vehicle Survey 2014
Demand for Connectivity
According to McKinsey, 13% of buyers are no longer prepared to even consider a new vehicle without Internet access, and more than 25% already prioritise connectivity over features such as engine power and fuel efficiency. In fact, 75% of consumers consider connected car services an important feature in their next car purchase (Connections+).
Source: Accenture, Global Connected Vehicle Survey 2014
During the next five years, the proportion of new vehicles equipped with this [new in-vehicle services] capability will increase dramatically, making connected cars a major element of the IoT – Gartner
McKinsey estimates that connected car market revenues will grow to US $192 billion globally by 2020. According to Gartner, by the year 2020, there will be 250 million connected cars on the world's roads, with over 25 billion IoT devices globally. This equates to 1 in 5 cars worldwide that will have a digital imprint.
The connected car, together with connected media services, is capable of learning and predicting the user's wants, needs and entertainment preferences – MaRS
In order to compete, the automotive industry needs to personalise the driving experience based on consumer expectations. Connected cars can provide a more humanised, personalised driving experience by leveraging driver information such as preferred destinations and pastimes. Virtual personal assistants harnessing IoT in connected cars are enabling new levels of personalisation, entertainment, safety and control – revolutionising the in-car experience.
What's next…
There are many exciting opportunities on the horizon for personalised connected cars. According to Transparency Market Research, the high scope of mobility and the ever-increasing penetration of smartphones is expected to drive the market's growth in the coming years. The strategic future of connected cars is to offer a driving experience that is ultra personalised and integrated with smart technology.
The drive to make more intelligent and connected cars requires a significant level of technology and adoption that has already begun to disrupt the industry. The potential for the connected cars lies in the collaboration between the automotive industry and technology and IoT vendors.
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As in Albania & Macedonia, the pace of life in rural Bulgaria is slow & gentle - that is until Em roars through...
We always take minor roads - this one takes us through the middle of an old Soviet airforce base complete with protected aircraft bays and, of course, soviet statues.
Still, the same weather system follows us - it was black skies on one side and blue on the other.
Map reading's getting harder.
After a really heavy storm in Plovdiv the sun breaks through.
Cue copious attempts at catching the view from our window!
Our reward for braving the heavy rain.
We enjoy dinner with Charlotte, an intrepid lone traveller from the UK who travels without much of a plan - just like us!
Attempt to do self take of my enormous meal - i clearly don't have enough practice!
Em has developed a bit of an obsession with the huge dandelions...
Wandering round the Ottoman buildings in Plovdiv's old town.
Plovdiv's Roman Amphitheatre, still in use today - here being ready for the evening's show, Riverdance......
The 'Eavesdropper' statue in Plovdiv - commemorates an old eccentric who used to just go and listen (very unsubltly) to everyone's conversations in the main street.
Em is smitten when she sees this dreamy poster of some local popstar - she never looks at James the way again....
The words 'we're riding to china' roll off the tongue too easily! This distance is only as the crow flies - we're not crows....
Roman ruins in the shopping centre...
Same time each afternoon sees enormous downpours. There's no glass in this window, it was that heavy!
Enormous (and delicious) skillets of Chicken Kavarma are quickly becoming Em's favourite!
Bottle of wine? check. Several 'man size' dishes? check. Contented James? CHECK!
A water and sore bum (no comments please) break as we head NE across Bulgaria towards Veliko Tarnovo.
Em enjoys not having black clouds somewhere around us!
Em, now something of a seasoned biker, looking like she's been doing it all her life!
Having tried to learn some Albanian cyrillic letters, we're gutted to see that Bulgarian is different and our map is 'roman' only! Guesitmation time!


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Abbotsford hockey prospects Chase Clayton and Mackenzie Skapski have been selected for Team Pacific and will participate in the U17 World Hockey Challenge in Winnipeg next month.
Team Pacific is made up of 11 players from B.C. and 11 from Alberta. Clayton, a centre, is in his rookie WHL season with the Calgary Hitmen and has three assists in 16 games. Skapski, a goalie, is a Kootenay Ice draft pick who is currently playing for the junior B Ridge Meadows Flames.
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Hear nationally recognized speakers share their expertise on economic trends, innovative thinking, generational differences, trends in the building product supply chain and work-life balance. Walk away with practical tips and best practices that can be immediately implemented to enhance your business and your personal brand. This impressive roster of guest speakers combined with the distributor-manufacturer personal meetings make the 2014 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention the most anticipated and highly valued distribution-focused event of the year.
- Alan Beaulieu
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Changing Nature of Leadership
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Encourage your branch, operations, general and/or sales managers to attend the 2014 Distribution Management University (DMU). Held in conjunction with the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention, the DMU will provide immediate cost savings and productivity boosts to your business!
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Could it not be possible that today something of infinite importance is taking place without people being aware of it... Something of supreme importance is taking place, although it is perceptible only to the eye of the spirit.
For many people, the turn of the millennium has come to symbolize a new beginning. It is a time to stop, reassess and question where we are going, both individually and collectively. It is also a time to examine our philosophy and values.
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Title: Vision for the Millennium Modern Spirituality and Cultural Renewal
Categories: Books by Rudolf Steiner,
Publisher: United Kingdom, Rudolf Steiner Press: 1999
ISBN Number: 185584043X
ISBN Number 13: 9781855840430
Binding: Paperback
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Keywords: Anthroposophy Social change Social evolution Spirituality START Books by Rudolf Steiner,