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There are brilliant savings to be made on a new washing machine if you shop during Black Friday. But what do you need to think about to get the best washing machine for your household at the absolute best price? This guide is the answer. We'll help you home in on the ideal model – and tell you how to secure it at the best price.
Want to see which washing machines are on offer right now? They're on our Black Friday washing machine deals page.
1. Search the right washing machine size by loads and kgs
When you're buying, you'll find a drum capacity in kg quoted for each washing machine. This refers to the weight of dry washing the machine will fit in one load and applies to a standard cotton cycle. Be aware that other programmes won't have as large a capacity.
The nub of the matter: overall, washing machines fall into three capacity categories. A drum capacity of 5kg or 6kg is small; 7kg or 8kg is medium; and 9kg and up is large.
What do the weights mean in actual washing (no, we don't weigh our loads either)? Well, as a rough guide, a 7kg drum should cope with around up to 35 shirts in one wash load, according to Beko, a 5kg up to 25 of them, and a 12kg up to 60 shirts in one go. Our top washing machine is the 12kg capacity LG FH4G1BCS2, in case you're wondering.
Singles, couples and small families could be quite content with a small capacity machine, families fine with a medium, and big households might prefer a large capacity design. The latter's also handy if you want to be able to put bulky items like duvets in a home machine.
Why wouldn't you just buy the largest capacity machine out there? It's better to put in the recommended load size for maximum washing efficiency, and you'll probably pay more for a big capacity machine so it needs to be worth it. Our advice? Factor in how often you wash and how big the loads are as well as using the guidelines on household size.
2. Which programmes do you need?
Is the machine you're looking at going to wash all the items you want it to? Look out for handwash cycles, wool, and delicate programmes as well as standard cotton and synthetic cycles, for example.
A quick wash programme can solve laundry emergencies, so think about whether your machine should have one of these – and how long it takes on the model you're interested in. The Miele WCR 860 WPS tested by our expert Dan Sung offers a 3.5kg Express 20 wash, plus a full load cycle that takes just an hour.
An anti-allergy programme is a must-have for some households, or you might want to look out for those with cycles for babies' items.
And if you like the idea of less time spent on ironing, programmes that cut down creasing will be right up your street.
3. What spin speed do you want the machine to have?
Spinning removes water from clothes at the end of the wash, and an effective one means less time when laundry is on the line or in the dryer. Bear in mind, though, that delicate clothes are better with lower spin speeds. You may pay more for a machine with a higher spin speed.
Real Homes reviewer Dan Sung found the Hoover AXI AWMPD610LH8R washing machine, which has a top spin speed of 1600rpm, a top performer.
4. How much noise does the washing machine make?
If your machine's behind closed doors in a utility room, the noise it adds to your household will matter less. If it's in the kitchen, it's more of an issue. Home open plan? Then it really is crucial. Check out the noise level in dB for the wash and spin cycles, and go for a Quiet Mark labelled machine if you want the least disruptive option. Top rated for quietness in our guide to the best washing machines? The AEG L8FEC946R, which has a Quiet Mark award.
5. Do you want it to be smart?
If you opt for a smart Wi-Fi enabled washing machine, you could operate it via an app on your phone, and possibilities such as setting it to choose the best cycles, adjusting detergent, alerting you about maintenance, or installing new washing programmes, for example, are opened up.
You'll find a huge range of prices in the smart machine category so, if you like the idea, you shouldn't assume it's going to be a budget buster. Our washing machine expert Dan Sung gave the Grundig GWN59650CHB smart washing machine a five-star rating after testing.
6. What's the energy rating?
This could be A+++ at best to A, so it's worth comparing the models on your shortlist to see which is most energy efficient. We like the Samsung QuickDrive WW90M645OPO, which is A+++ rated.
7. Need more ideas? Check our best washing machines buyer's guide
We've reviewed the best washing machines and our list includes our very favourites. You can use our guide to narrow your choice down further – it includes buys to suit every budget and household. Not found one you want on there? Move on to tip eight.
8. Bookmark retailers' Black Friday washing machine pages now
It's worth bookmarking retailers' pages now so that you can find what you're looking for. Some retailers will even allow you to fill your basket then retain its contents (which will adjust to the new prices) so that all you have to do is press 'pay now' when the Black Friday deal drops.
Best place to start? Our Black Friday washing machine deals page is updated with all the latest deals and will be showing all the best deals (at the best prices, thanks to our clever price comparison widget) over Black Friday weekend.


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Buy Authentic Rugs in Chesterfield, MO
Rug Store Near Chesterfield, MO. Rugs by Saga is a leading rug store in the Metro St. Louis area. We offer high-quality, man-made area rugs to consumers in Ladue, Clayton, Chesterfield and other cities in the Greater Saint Louis area. Our rug store is full of rugs from Persia, India, Pakistan, and other countries throughout the world. If you're looking for a rug store in Chesterfield, MO, that genuinely cares about their products and is committed to making each rug sale an experience for every guest, don't hesitate to contact us and hear more about our high-quality, hand-crafted area rugs. Rugs by Saga is a leading rug store in Chesterfield. Our rugs are designed to last for years.
Our Chesterfield rug store offers rugs for your office or other rooms in your home including your kitchen, dining room or living room. We provide free consultations in Chesterfield, MO, so that you can see how a rug looks in your home or office before buying.
Shop for Rugs in Chesterfield, MO
An area rug is a worthy investment. The rugs featured in our showroom, are hand-made Oriental and modern rugs that are timeless. When you enter the doors of our rug store, you will see that we provide a variety of rugs, including modern, transitional, Afghani and other types of rugs. Rugs offered at our store include:
Our hand-crafted area rugs feature detailed designs that are created by master designers from around the world. As soon as you lay eyes on one of our area rugs, it will be immediately noticeable that the quality of our rugs is superior to the rugs available at surrounding rug stores near Chesterfield. Below are some of the rugs that we offer:
Luxury Rug Store Near Chesterfield, MO
We are dedicated to providing luxury rugs to consumers in Chesterfield, MO. We only sell high-quality, hand-crafted rugs. A top-quality rug should last for years in your home or office, so Rugs by Saga does not sell low-quality rugs. When customers buy a rug from our rug store, they are making an investment.
Don't panic if it's your first time investing in a top-quality rug; our experienced rug associates are always available to guide customers through the process. Our professional rug dealers can give advice on even the most minor details from rug designs to materials used in the rugs. Our selection of rugs in our store is an unrivaled collection in Chesterfield, MO and the Greater Saint Louis area. Let our professional rug dealers guide you today in selecting the perfect rug for your home or office.
Persian, Pakistani and Afghani Rug Store in Chesterfield, MO
The Rugs by Saga rug store features some of the most sought after rugs in the world. When customers buy an Oriental rug from us, they are bringing a bit of tradition and timeless luxury to their home or office. Whether you are searching for an intricate rug design or something more subtle, Rugs by Saga has a rug that will meet everyone's needs. Our Chesterfield rug store features a plethora of rugs, including:
- Luxury Rugs
- Oriental Rugs
- Runner Rugs
- Living Room Rugs
- Handwoven Rugs
- Handmade Rugs
- Modern Rugs
- Pakistani Rugs
- Afghani Rugs
- Persian Rugs
Contact or Visit Our Rug Store in Chesterfield, MO Now
Our inventory is ever-changing, so there isn't ever a wrong time to purchase a rug at our rug store near Chesterfield, MO. There are always fresh new rug styles to check out, so don't hesitate to come see the rugs that are available in our rug store today. Call or contact Rugs by Saga for more details on our area rugs and the drastic changes that a luxury area rug can make to a room or office. Below are the various areas that we serve:

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Rich Homie Quan sat down on the Vlad Couch to speak on his recent project Back to Basics and what he's learned from the industry. The pair discuss DJ Vlad being one of Quan's early supporters before "Some Type of Way" gained national success. The Atlanta rapper speaks on the current state of hip hop, and why he took a break because there was so much of the game, he didn't know. "I was still trying to buy everything I ever wanted in my whole life…every pair of Jordans, all the chains. I just started investing in property, mane." He talks about investing his money, buying property, and starting Black owned businesses.
Quan speaks on maturing, his fallout with Young Thug, and despite his past issues wishing Ralo nothing but success. He also addresses his recent felony charge and explains that he's not facing 30 years, and more.


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Watch: The Dramatic Moment Khloe Kardashian Announces She's Having A Girl!
She found out the exciting news on Sunday night's 'KUWTK.'
Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson may have been pulling an early April Fools of sorts with their millions of fans, as up until now it has been reported for quite some time now that the two are expecting a boy this spring.
Turns out, it's the other way around! On the season finale of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Khloe finds out that she'll be seeing pink soon as her sister Kylie Jenner revealed to her that she's having a baby girl.
"You're having a girl!" Kylie emphatically said to Khloe. "You're lying!" Khloe replied back. "I'm not lying," Kylie exclaimed. "I'm so excited for you Khloe!"
"I don't feel like I'm having a girl," Khloe responded while looking a bit disappointed.
Big sister Kim Kardashian, who was next to Khloe when she found out the news, attempted to comfort her after finding out the news, saying, "It's OK, I cried when I found out North was going to be a girl too." "I don't feel like I'm having a girl at all. I'm like in a state of shock," Khloe admitted.
Later on in the episode, Khloe explained why she had that particular reaction. "When you have your mind made up as to what you're having, like everyone told me you're going to feel what you're having and you'll just kind of know. And then when you find out it's the complete opposite it's just a shock. I just was convinced that I was having a boy, so to be having a girl it's just like, 'OK that wasn't what I thought was going on.'"
Khloe jumped on social media last night to happily tell her millions of followers just how excited she is about what's to come. "God gives us what we need! His timing is never wrong! my hormones were IN RARE FORM for that news. Another tweet spoke about the friendships that will develop between Khloe, Kylie and Kim's daughters as their ages are only months apart. "I am now so excited my daughter will have forever best friends with Chicago and Stormi!! God is great!!! Thank you Lord for our princess."
When one user asked if she had a name picked out for her daughter (she's due next month), Khloe revealed it's still in the works. "NO!!! It's so hard!!! Lol I knew the name if I was having a boy. So now I really have to figure this out."
What are your thoughts on Khloe having a baby girl? Sound off in the comments!
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VIC: PEPA Culture Centred Care – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives Workshop
Attend this Workshop to understand issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with their journey into the dreaming.
Delivered by VACCHO, this FREE interactive one-day Workshop will focus on understanding cultural safety from an Aboriginal perspective.
Impact of history and intergenerational loss
Importance of kinship
Communication issues
'Sorry business'
Morning tea and Lunch provided
Target Audience:
Palliative Care providers, and healthcare professionals who care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a life-limiting illness
Nareida (Ned) Wyatt
10.00am to 3.00pm (arrive at 9.30am for registration)
FREE with morning tea and lunch included
An email confirming registration to attend will be sent from PEPA to participants.
PEPA Victoria is grateful for the assistance of the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation in delivering this Workshop.
Register here
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Helena Ryder: 03 9231 1926
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The property is located in the village of Gorsko Kosovo, which is situated between Veliko Tarnovo and Sevlievo, in a region known for its diverse recreational opportunities and increasing economic development. Gorsko Kosovo is just 1 km from the Alexander Stamboliyski Reservoir.
The house is arranged over 1 floor with a total living area of 86 sqm. The floor features a corridor, a kitchen, a living room, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. The summer kitchen/barbeque is in front pg the house. There is additionally a specious basement convenient for tavern. The property is fully renovated, offers insulation, PVC windows, new el. and plumbing. It's furnished and ready to move in.
The garden to this property is 1132 sqm, well maintained and with watering system from the reservoir. There are garage and big barn in the garden. This real estate is a great holiday home option, being located in a peaceful green location and within reach to amenities. The property is close to the banks of the Alexander Stamboliyski Reservoir.
The village is quiet and peaceful, located only 11 km from wine-making town of Suhindol and its amenities. Gorsko Kosovo offers excellent opportunities for fishing and recreation.
The area around the Alexander Stamboliyski Reservoir is suitable for the development of rural tourism and provides good conditions for water sports, fishing and riding. The Rositsa River and other small reservoirs in the municipality are regularly visited by tourists for sports and fishing.


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ChickTech is a non-profit organization dedicated to encouraging more girls and women to pursue technology related careers through hands-on events.
Our program kick-off event will host 100 high school girls from the Raleigh/Durham area in a free-to-participate event on December 7-8 at Meredith College. Each participant will attend one of the many technology related workshops and leave with a take-home item from the workshop. After kick-off, the girls may choose to participate in any (or all) of the next several monthly workshops. Food will be provided during the kick-off and all workshops. We also provide, on an as needed basis, transportation to and from events and childcare. More information about the workshops is provided here.
We suggest you nominate students who:
Thank you for taking the time to nominate a student for the program!
PLEASE NOTE: NOMINATIONS ARE CLOSED FOR THE KICKOFF EVENT - however this will put students on the wait list to be contacted if we have any openings in any of our future workshops.


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Oppo has launched the successor of the Oppo Realme 1 which fall under a budget smartphone that you can buy without breaking your wallet. The successor is the Oppo Realme 2 which has undergone many changes both on the display and design. In this post, we will be comparing the Oppo Realme 2 with the Oppo Realme 1 smartphone.
Oppo Realme 2 VS Oppo Realme 1: Design
When you look at the phones, you will notice that Oppo has gotten ride of the Oppo branding on the Realme 1. The phone now looks more smooth and clean on the panel. Other major changes include the dual camera and the fingerprint scanner on the Realme 2, while the Oppo Realme 1 only boasts of a Face ID and a single camera on the back.
On the body, the Oppo Realme 1 feature all metal while the Realme 2 still has some mixture of plastic on the panel and it's thicker and heavier than it's predecessor. The Oppo Realme 1 has dimensions of 6.16 in x 2.96 in x 0.31 in and it weighs 155 gram while the Oppo Realme 2 has 75.6 mm x 156.2 mm x 8.2 mm in dimensions and weighs 168 Gram. Both phones are available in three colors variant.
Oppo Realme 2 VS Oppo Realme 1: Display
On the front, the Oppo Realme 2 has a notch display which gives it a complete makeover resulting in slimmer bezels and real estate bringing extra content to the screen. The Realme 2 has a 6.2-inch HD+ display with 1520 x 720 pixels resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.
This is a significant change because it pushes the phone to reach 81.2% screen-to-body ratio. The Oppo Realme 1 has a Full HD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels stretched across a 6-inch panel which will deliver clear visuals than it's rival. On the screen, the Oppo Realme 2 is inferior to its predecessor because of the lower pixel density it has.
Oppo Realme 2 VS Oppo Realme 1: Camera
On the camera, the Oppo Realme 2 has an impressive dual camera of 13 Megapixels + 2 Megapixels which is more than the single camera of 13 Megapixels on the Realme 1. Both phones will shoot 1080p@30fps video resolution and they have single LED flash. The Oppo Realme 1 has a front camera of 8 Megapixels with f/2.2 Aperture, and Face Recognition, while the Oppo Realme 2 has a front camera of 8 Megapixels with F2.2 Aperture, 1.120 µm Pixel Size, and Face Recognition as well.
Oppo Realme 2 VS Oppo Realme 1: Performance
On the hardware, you will find a Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 octa-core processor clocked at 1.8GHz on the Oppo Realme 2, while the Oppo Realme 1 is powered by MediaTek Helio P60 SoC clocked at 2GHz. This, however, is closed to Snapdragon 636 SoC which will perform better than the Snapdragon 450 on the Oppo Realme 2.
The Oppo Realme 2 comes in two variant, you will either get 3GB + 32GB of inbuilt storage or 4GB + 64GB of inbuilt memory, while the Oppo Realme 1 has a variant with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of inbuilt storage. The Oppo Realme 2 can not boast of a better performance because the Oppo Realme 1 will perform better.
The Oppo Realme 2 is only winning with a massive battery capacity of 4,230 mAh, which will last longer than the 3,410 mAh on its rival. Both phones support fast charging technology and they are powered by Android 8.1 Oreo operating system with Micro USB 2.0 that support OTG out of the box.
Oppo Realme 2 VS Oppo Realme 1
|Oppo Realme 2
|Oppo Realme 1
|Dimensions and Weight
|75.6 mm x 156.2 mm x 8.2 mm Weight: 168g
|6.16 in x 2.96 in x 0.31 in Weight: 155g
|6.2 inches, 1520 x 720 Pixels (271 PPI pixel density) and IPS, LCD capacitive touchscreen
|6.0 inches Full HD+, 2280 x 1080 Pixels (402 PPI pixel density) and IPS, LCD capacitive touchscreen
|Android 8.1 Oreo
|Android 8.1 Oreo
|Qualcomm Snapdragon 450, Octa-Core 1.8 GHz ARM Cortex-A53
|MSM8953MediaTek Helio P60 MT6771, Octa-Core (4x 2.00GHz ARM Cortex A73 + 4x 2.00GHz ARM Cortex A53)
|13 MP + 2 MP And front: 8 MP
|13 MP And front 8 MP
|2G/3G/4G Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, WiFi-Direct, hotspot, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS
|2G/3G Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
|Non-removable Li-lon 4230 mAh battery
|Non-removable Li-Po 3410 mAh battery
|Additional Features
|Fingerprint Scanner
|Fingerprint Scanner
Oppo Realme 2 VS Oppo Realme 1: Price
The Oppo Realme 2 will cost around $145, while the Oppo Realme 1 is selling at a price of $206.
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3-11-18 Today's Tarot is the Two of Air. Sometimes when we have trouble making a decision, it is because we don't know all the facts. If the situation is clear to us and we accept those facts, the decision should also become clear. This card is about responsibility and informed choices.
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Customer satisfaction is a priority at TDG Tree Services. If you have any feedback please use our contact form to let us know how we did. We are always keen to provide the best experience for our customers and make improvements in any way we can.
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"I can not praise T.D.G services enough. The work was just brilliant. Tom and his colleague was polite, and very friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. The garden was left spotless after they had completed the work. I would highly recommend TDG tree services for anyone who wishes to have any garden or tree work carried out. Absolutely brilliant. Thank you."
Mr R, Newport
"Tom and the team did an excellent job and were a pleasure to deal with. Price-wise they were very competitive and I would have no hesitation in recommending TDG"
Mr B, Ventnor
"To Tom and all at TDG Tree Services. Excellent precision work in removing our old tree stump inches from the house then leaving the area clean and tidy. Thank you too to Sophie for keeping us updated during the lockdown."
Mr & Mrs D, Ryde
"Reliable, knowledgeable, professional. Fantastic service, happy to recommend. Thank you"
Mr & Mrs C, Sandown
"Punctual, professional, just what i wanted. So clean & tidy after. Thoroughly recommended - great job!"
Mrs J, Ryde
"Professional, hardworking, friendly, punctual and tidy. TDG kept us up to date with progress. We highly recommend Tom and his team and will definitely use their services again."
Mrs A, Newport
"Excellent work by a friendly and skilled team"
Mr S, Yarmouth
"This is the second time we have employed TDG Tree Services and the work has always been excellent. Very professional and pleasant team. Highly recommended!"
Dr B, Ryde
"Took down a huge Yew tree, so large they needed a tractor to remove the base.They were great they arrived on time, in their work uniform. Cleaned up after themselves. No complaints from the neighbours and everybody said they had done a good job."
Mrs W, Ryde
"Tom has pruned our large cherry trees for the last 3 years and always does an excellent job. He is always accommodating to our wishes and does not leave until we are fully satisfied with his work. We hope he will be able to do work for us for many years to come."
Mr W, Seaview
"We have used this company a few times now. They are always on time, courteous and tidy. They turn up when promised. They invest in their business for constant improvement and they also give back to the community. Fabulous local business with a good ethos."
Mr & Mrs D, Newport
"We have used Tom since he first started his business in 2017. He has done many days work at the park removing and doing tree maintenance, TDG services have always been on time, done an excellent job, always taking care when undertaking the work and left the areas clean and tidy after each day. TDG also carry out an on going tree survey to ensure all areas are safe for the public and staff on site."
Maintenance Manager, Robin Hill Country Park, Newport
"I was really pleased with the work carried out, my garden looks lovely now. I felt the quote reflected the level of work provided. The service I received was as agreed and on time. Tom was knowledgeable in his field and helpful. I thought that he and his staff were both friendly and professional. My garden was left tidy after the work was completed. I will be using T.D.G Tree Services again."
Mrs B, Newport
"Can't recommend Tom and TDG Tree Surgery highly enough.
After being badly let down by a different island company, I gave Tom a call and he was round within days to give what seemed a very reasonable quote. He was back within a week to do the work and got on with it so efficiently. There was no problem at all - no fuss or drama - just a great job started at 8.30am and all done by 2pm.
All the wood was chipped at the location and the site made tidy before he left.
If you have a tree job on the Island, I suggest you start your enquiry here — if you want the work done by someone who is a really nice, punctual bloke whose prices are fair. Chances are you won't need to go any further.
Thank you 🙏 very much Tom and Paul."
Mr & Mrs M, Ryde
"We are delighted with the two full days of work undertaken both in our orchard and in our Garden by Tom and his team. While the tree surgery was excellent, the greatest praise must go for the way they tidied up after themselves. To have three 50foot trees removed and then to be able to drive my lawn mower over the area without any unusual knocks or noise is testament to the state of the grass after they had swept it through. A hard working non stop 8 hours undertaken by a very pleasant team who work closely together to complete the tasks with humour, good manners and professionalism. It was a pleasure to have them and we and our neighbours are all seriously impressed by their standards - they are highly recommended."
Mr & Mrs B, Niton
"Excellent service. Would strongly recommended. Carried out work to our copper beech (which has a TPO, and needed road traffic sorting while the work was carried out, and other complications). Kept us advised throughout, arrived on time to start the work, finished on time the next time. Cleared up after themselves. Very impressed!"
Mrs C, Shanklin
"Just a note to say how pleased we (and our neighbour) were with the work done in our gardens. Tom and his colleague worked professionally throughout and were very friendly to deal with. We will no doubt require more work in the future and will be happy to come to you again."
Mr & Mrs Y, Wootton
"We had some work done on a couple of trees today. I was delighted with the results. The guys turned up on the specified day and did a wonderful job from beginning to end, at a very reasonable price. I shall certainly use their services again and recommend them to others. Thank you very much. "
Mr & Mrs S, Brighstone
"Arrived promptly to collect my Christmas tree, very polite chaps, who shredded my tree at the kerbside and cleaned up any debris before leaving. A great service, supporting a local charity. Well Done TDG Tree services"
Mrs W, Newport
"People Matter IW used TDG Tree services in 2019 to remove one tree and trim back another and were impressed with the service and how they completed the job professionally and there was no mess, so we were delighted when they asked if they could donate the Christmas tree recycling donations to People Matter. The service was taken up by so many people the TDG Team were flexible in approach and did an additional day to make sure they could recycle as many as possible, raising over £500 for People Matter, thank you so much for your support, the funds will go to good use in supporting people within the community."
Terri Baker- Manager, People Matter IW, Newport
"very courteous. did a fantastic neat job on my out of control tree. cleaned up afterwards and even popped over to help my neighbour. highly recommend."
Mrs M, Ryde
"I'm really pleased with the work completed and very impressed by how you left the garden and path so thank you both for all your efforts.
Thanks again for a great job done - I would happily recommend you to others."
Mrs C, Sandown
"Tom did an end of season tidy up last week on a large tree in my back garden. After putting a picture of the tree on the Facebook community group and asking for recommendations for a Tree Surgeon, I had lots of people offering to do the job for a set price but nobody offering to come out and look at the job. Tom had been recommended by a few people on the post and after reading the good reviews on his page, I messaged him to ask if he would be interested in the job. He replied quickly to my message and offered to come out to quote the job the following day. After looking at the job, he quoted roughly the same price but as he had taken the time to quote in person and knowing there would be no surprises for him when he did the job, giving him the work was a no brainer. He came back and did the job a couple of weeks later, he was quick, tidy, did a great job and above all is a really lovely and polite guy. The service he is offering is a cut above the rest. I will most definitely use Tom again and highly recommend to other people. Thanks Tom 😄"
Mrs L, Ryde
"Choosing a contractor to reduce the size of a large mimosa tree in our garden was difficult, as we had no experience or recommendations of who to use. We therefore went by website, accreditation and reviews. In truth I rarely write a review but given the excellent job TDG Tree Services did for us, and how helpful we found other testimonials, thought only right to write one myself.
We were delighted by the work Tom and his team undertook, from inspection and quotation, to the timely work to complete the job. The tree had grown too big for the garden and needed a serious amount of reduction and thinning out, whilst also making sure the tree was not distressed. Tom gave us confidence and excellent advice. We are delighted with the finished result.
The garden was left clean and tidy. An excellent job.
We have no hesitation in recommending TDG Tree Services. We are certainly pleased we selected them."
Mr & Mrs W, Gurnard
"Thank you so much for all your hard work today! We really appreciate it.
It was fascinating and super impressive to watch you take such a huge tree down so effectively. You made a tough job look easy! Thank you again."
Mrs O, Brighstone
"Thank you so much to TDG Tree Services. Turned up on time, really friendly, cut and tidied the trees, and cleaned up afterwards. Recommended."
Mrs D, Newport
"A job well done! Tom tackled our severely overgrown hedge at the back of our property, and in a matter of hours had completely transformed the entire boundary and exposed the fantastic view. Nothing was too much trouble and he was super informative and knowledgeable. Tom is also very personable and we can not recommend him highly enough! Will definitely be using Tom's services again, thank you! 🌳"
Mrs M, Shanklin
"Thank you to TDG Tree Services for coming out on a Sunday to give a free quote. Sometimes it is really hard to fit in when you work, so thank you Tom."
Mrs D, Newport
"Tom and his team did an amazing job. We have several trees which required attention. Tom was able to advise us with his expert knowledge and arrived on the day as promised (even though it was torrential rain and very windy). Hard working and a very professional job with everything cleared away. I would highly recommend Tom and wouldn't hesitate to use his services again. Thank you for a great job."
Mrs C, Seaview
"Tom provides a great service. He tackles every job extremely efficiently and tidies up afterwards. Would highly recommend."
Mr L, Fishbourne
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Donating, fundraising, volunteering – all things that truly make the world a better place, but also things that make more and more millennials today groan and roll their eyes. But why is that? Shouldn't we all be excited to change the world, build brighter futures, and create a culture of support and opportunity? Well…yes, we should… but sadly, there have been too many selfish non-profits, terrible fundraising events, and chaotic, ineffective volunteering setups in our lifetimes. Somehow, during the worldwide journey to do good, the mission was lost…and so was the inspiration. It's not often that we find ourselves excited to pay it forward anymore, and even on those rare occasions we are inspired to do some good, it's certainly not everyday.
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- The danger of vitamin D deficiency grew between 1988–1994 and 2001–2002 in both genders but stagnated between 2001–2002 and 2005–2006
- Vitamin D in the blood has been found to significantly reduce body fat and boost weight loss
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Microsoft has been collaborating with its partners, such as HP, Acer, Dell and Lenovo, to develop VR headsets that will work with lower-end desktops. Later this year, the companies will debut headsets for $299, "which is much more affordable compared to HoloLens
many Kickstarter crowdfunding efforts are bound to make high-end headsets more accessible for teaching.
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Google Daydream Samsung has also implemented its own hand controller for Gear VR
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Started work on my Christmas cataphrachtii from good ol' cj. They have an obnoxious amount of heresy era detail and styling. The heads will be the only real issue.
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"If you can breathe, you can do yoga."
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starting your yoga journey
Starting yoga can be a very exciting experience. It can also sometimes be intimidating. At 8th Limb Yoga, our passion is introducing and sharing the wonderful benefits of yoga to new people. We want you to feel very comfortable from the time you walk in to the time you leave. Our studio is small and very welcoming. We have all of the things you need here for a class (yoga mats, yoga props, blocks, blankets, chairs, etc.). All you have to do is bring yourself. Read on for more details about our studio and what to expect when you arrive.
What to expect when you come to 8th Limb Yoga
If you are brand new to yoga, and have never stepped foot into a studio, you may be wondering what to expect once you walk in the door. Our studio is smaller than most studios. The number of students in each class is limited which allows for a more comfortable and cozy atmosphere. Also, there is less of an intimidation factor here than you might find at a larger studio. Here you will be amongst friends as most of our clients are also new to yoga. We endeavor to cultivate an encouraging and uplifting environment as we learn and continue to grow our individual yoga practices.
If you are just dropping by:
If you drop by the studio, its possible that a class may be in session. If this is the case, a sign will be on the door and some informational flyers will be there for you to take with you. When there are long spaces of time between classes, the studio will be closed until about 15 minutes before the next class. A schedule should be available near the door for you to take or you can view on our
at any time.
Your first class:
The time has come. You are ready to take your very first class! How exciting! You may be wondering what to wear, what to bring, where to put your things, etc. Hopefully this summary will give you all of the details you need to enter the studio with ease. If you have any additional questions at all, please not hesitate to reach out to us. Call or text Alisha, the owner at any time at
or shoot us an email at
What to wear
- Just wear comfortable clothes that are easy to move in and have breathable material. Socks and shoes are not typically worn during yoga. We have cubbies by the door when you enter for you to leave your shoes and/or belongings. If you need a place to sit to remove your shoes, we have a cubby bench by the reception desk toward the back of the studio. You can sit down there to remove your shoes and place them in a cubby under the bench. If you are more comfortable wearing socks, please try to wear socks that have grips on the bottom to avoid slipping. Your jewelry is fine to wear as long is it is comfortable and not too long or dangly. If you have long hair, you may want to bring a hair tie as some of the postures will cause your hair to fall over your eyes occasionally.
What to bring
- Just bring yourself the first time. No need to worry about bringing the correct type of mat, or special yoga props. We have all of that here. Yoga mats (and yoga towels for hot yoga) are free to use your first time and only $2 to rent each following time. We also have yoga mats for sale. All of our other yoga props are free to use every time. This would include items such as yoga blocks, straps, blankets and bolsters). We also have a water dispenser/cups for you to drink from at anytime (free), or bottled and sparkling water for sale. As you start coming to more classes, you will figure out what items to bring that are best for you and your practice.
Where to park
- There is a large parking lot right in front of the studio. As soon as you turn in off of Gold Hill, you are in the parking lot - access here is very easy!
What to expect when you walk in
- When you walk into the studio, you will find cubbies directly to the right. Drop your shoes and belongings here. There are additional cubbies under the bench toward the back of the studio. Upon entering, you will notice you are right in the studio. The reception counter is placed in the back of the room. Please come to the desk to sign a waiver and ask any questions. Here you can also get a yoga mat. Once you have what you need, just find a spot on the floor and place your mat facing the door side of the room. Get comfy, settle in, and prepare to start your journey to incredible health for your body and mind.
Restrooms/Changing Rooms
- If you need to change clothes at the studio, we have a spacious, handicap accessible restroom with a comfortable bench for changing clothes. Since our studio is small, we do not have showers or separate changing rooms. If you are on the go, you will find several products for freshening-up in our restroom.
How to sign up for classes
- You have a few options here. Since our class sizes are limited, reserving in advance is recommended to ensure your spot for the class. You can sign up
on our website. You can also sign up through
. Alternatively, you can call and reserve your spot for a specific class. Finally, feel free to just drop by for the class you want.
Other things to note
- Due to the small size of the studio, we do not have front desk staff to sign in students as they arrive. The instructors will sign you in and handle any questions or payments. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to get checked in and settled for class. Doors will typically be locked 10 minutes after class has started. We do this for two main reasons. First, for the sanctity and peace of the class, and second, for safety purposes.
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Under cloudy skies, and with a chill in the air, the 88th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade delighted street-lining spectators with flying balloons, clowns, and marching bands.
Wide-eyed little ones, plus kids of all ages, watched the parade while awaiting Santa's return to usher in the city's holiday season.
Jeff Day, an independent photographer based in New York City, documents city life celebrations and the renewal of historical tradition in contemporary voice in the streets. He is completing two books, New Orleans Black and White and New York Street. A lifelong sailor, Jeff has also documented the water's edge and shore towns of New York, New England, the Gulf Coast, and Eastern Spain.
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For more of Jeff's work, please see:
* The Longest Day Of The Year: Solstice in Cambrils, Spain
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Advisor: Danny Kaplan (Mathematics) Other Readers: Vittorio Addona (Mathematics), David Chioni Moore (International Studies)
Grading inconsistency results from the application of different standards such that grades provide an inaccurate, and sometimes misleading, evaluation of student performance. Many attempts to correct for grading inconsistency have either not accurately corrected for inconsistency or have been too complicated to constitute politically feasible solutions to the problem. Within this context, Item Response Theory (IRT) is offered as a solution to grading inconsistency. IRT corrects for inconsistencies in the distributions yielded by the various grading practices of professors and departments as well as the failure of current practices to accurately account for differing student quality by course.
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Allen, Daniel W., "Toward a Common Currency: Using Item Response Theory to Adjust for Grading Inconsistency" (2007). Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science Honors Projects. 7.
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Ruthless and efficient.
Ruthless and efficient.
Rose's Mom: Aww, why so glum, hon'?
Steve: Great, now I'm on drunk watch. This party SUCKS.
Rose's Mom: If you don't like the party, we could hold one of our own…
Rose's Mom (hand in pants): Oh, wow, it looks like our party's already started!
Hmm, will he hit that since no one else at the party seems to be getting any?
Of course, she's Stifler's mom
Stiffler's mom had class.
Rose/Nina's mom is dime store ass.
I think Steve's Bastarditure should balance that out.
Oh, the thoughts going through his head
Interesting. I read this while Enigma's "Sadeness" is playing.
Well, Steve did express an interest in her before. Guess he's getting his wish. :P
The question now is does the "Bro Code" extend to your girlfriends mom?
Hell no! That's definitely an all-systems go.
Hell yes! Houston!! that's a "big" go!
Hey the term "MILF" comes to mind….
this comic deserves this image
Well now we know where Rose gets it from…
'The question now is does the "Bro Code" extend to your girlfriends mom?'
I wouldn't see why. I mean the only one that counts here is 'Mutts before Sluts', which means your dog is your best friend. ^^
Go for it, dood! She's a grade-S MILF, and there's nothing in the Bro Code or the Man Code that says you can't bang the mom of your friend's girlfriend. Just make sure to use protection.
I read the second panel after I saw "NFSW-ish" and my childish self went 'Nipples! Heh heh.. not so bad.' then I read the last panel. WHOOO!
His face in the last panel: "How did she unbutton my pants so fast?"
Hit the MILF in the name of all things holy some one hit the drunk ass MILF before i lose all respect.
Zomg i totally saw this coming, and i say Steve will not hit it due to shock lol
If he doesn't hit that, I'll be disappointed. Not really a moral dillema other than her being perma-drunk.
Technically The Bro Code isn't even applicable as Rose is not his girlfriend yet, therefore all bets are off. Now, should our Hero decide to indeed tap that ass…then Steve might have an issue should Rose's Mom decide to continue their game of Hide the Salami
I remember when that happened. But no one was drunk ><
Ahhhh, another comic that makes chuckle in the morning.
Excellent work.
I'd hit it.
With a 10-foot pole, maybe.
. . . No pun intended.
She's gonna take him down, take him down to COUGAR TOWN
:D She's not shy, is she?
Yep, you can check back a couple of strips, and I called this one. And no, it doesn't violate the Bro Code. It has to be the mom of a male friend to count. And that is excused if you're her birthday gift….long story. Don't ask.
Let me guess, you know from experience?
Funny, she has a cross on her neck. Is that just to give guys a excuse to stare at her (nice) tits?
not sure if id hit it but she could certainly give me head and i would feel no guilt
roflmfao! His face in the last panel is all like "Whoa, there's a hand on my cock and it's not mine… how did that happen?" And considering the way she acts normally I doubt the outcome would have been any different if she were completely sober, so he aught to just go for it. But he better use protection or dollars to doughnuts he'll be sorry.
Even if he's too stunned to do anything, I think she has things firmly in hand (heh), and as it doesn't sound like she's trying to shoot pool with a rope, she shouldn't have any problems.
Why do I zero in on the Coke Zero looking more like Pepsi?
wow she's quick!
*head exploded!*
Quoth the Raven: OH LAWDY!


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Nearby mountain ranges, three rivers and more than 400 acres of city parkland make Missoula an outdoor lover's dream come true. Home to the University of Montana, Missoula's breweries, coffee houses, cafes and restaurants create a unique, cool vibe. Independent bookstores, a symphony and music venues provide more entertainment options.
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When she was a little girl, Marilee Westen loved dressing her dolls and collecting doll clothes. She will be the first to tell you that she's never outgrown either the collector's urge or the love of finding great clothing and dressing someone in those items, all done with an artist's eye for color, fit and style.
These days, instead of dolls, she supplies vintage and new top quality and brand-name clothing to women of all ages from her home business Marilee's Closet and assists women in making good fashion choices. She's also channeled her collector's urges, her love of recycling and her artistic abilities into making a garden that is one of a kind.
I met Westen and her husband Steve during the recent UCSC Arboretum garden tour when their garden was one of nine amazing spaces open to the public. (If the Arboretum runs future garden tours, don't miss them!) Theirs is not a garden you can go through rapidly because, though it is quite small, it is chockablock with fascinating treasures that a visitor must take in slowly or run the risk of missing something wonderful. Designed over the 30 plus years they've lived in their home, and drastically changed several times, the current garden is a showcase for items and plants found in nurseries and in some unexpected places such as flea markets, garage sales and antique malls, all displayed with a talented eye for color, form and contrast.
The sunny front garden has a fairly formal design with gravel paths with pique assiette stepping stones bounding small beds but the area has a particular California flair because of the lavish use of colorful succulents and pottery. The decorative iron fence that separates the garden from the public sidewalk was conceived by Marilee but found at a second-hand store and adapted to fit the space by Steve who often is the one to turn Marilee's visions for their outdoor spaces into reality. An old iron bird bath is regularly used by the neighborhood birds (a Mourning Dove bathed vigorously during my visit) and a bird feeding station attracts quite a few species. A number of shrub and climbing roses thrive in the beds with choice succulents, bulbs and perennials covering the ground under them, all organically grown.
Along the driveway edges, the Westens have made use of every inch of space by creating narrow beds against the house and along the base of the wood fence; more succulents in the ground and in colorful pottery artfully displayed share the space with tomato and sweet pea plants in season, as well as some large old flowering shrubs and vines that have been trained to grow against the fence. Pique assiette inlays adorn the concrete driveway and cover the house foundation in colorful mosaics, with more ceramic and iron treasures on the fence and building walls. Entry into the more private back yard spaces is through an antique iron gate that was a gift from a neighbor.
Long ago, Steve Westen enclosed the back garden with a high wood fence and now vines and other plants covering it acts as the perfect backdrop for more "found" treasures plus some strange and wonderful plants in pots. A large free-standing umbrella shades a pair of comfortable chairs, providing the ideal spot to enjoy a cool beverage on a hot day. In the corner behind the umbrella are some antique iron plant stands of various heights holding more colorful pots containing unusual plants, and another iron bird bath and some bird feeders attract feathered visitors into the area.
Behind the free-standing garage is Marilee Westen's pique assiette workbench plus storage space for garden tools and compost bins. She has another project in mind for a corner there: she envisions a cascading recirculating fountain that would hug the garage wall and possibly wrap around the building, bringing the sight and sound of moving water into the back garden. Leaving the back garden through another decorative gate, a visitor enters a narrow side yard that again wastes not an inch of space where treasures and plants can be placed. Hung on the wood fence and displayed on iron shelves are more fascinating succulents, many in small brightly colored containers such as teapots, cup and saucer sets and antique florist's vases. Several flowering trees have been trained to grow against the fence to provide a bit of shade and visual interest from the house's windows; they also provide a resting place for birds as they move to and from the feeders. A wisteria is trained against the house wall where it was still flowering when I visited and a wonderful collection of unusual plants grow at the base of the fence.
This is a garden designed and implemented with artistic flair and one that is impossible to fully appreciate unless a visitor takes her time moving through it, looking carefully at each object and unusual use of materials, noticing the effective placement of plants and objects to maximize color and contrast. Both Westens enjoy the search for more treasures to add to the collections as well as the puttering and tweaking that such a garden's upkeep requires and they look forward to many more years of adding to the delightful jewel of a garden that they've created.
Garden tips are provided courtesy of horticulturist Sharon Hull of the San Lorenzo Garden Center. Contact her at 831-423-0223.


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One cannot have the good without the bad, and that holds especially true, it seems, with online product reviews — a vital, useful part of eCommerce that is reviled by consumers, marketplace sellers and merchants alike. Now comes news of a groundbreaking case involving fake reviews.
It comes from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which was pretty busy this week on issues related to digital commerce and payments. The FTC said it brought forward "its first case challenging a marketer's use of fake paid reviews on an independent retail website."
The case involves "Cure Encapsulations, Inc. and its owner, Naftula Jacobowitz," whom the FTC said "resolved allegations that they made false and unsubstantiated claims for their garcinia cambogia weight-loss supplement, and that they paid a third-party website to write and post fake reviews on Amazon.com."
FTC Penalty
The agency has imposed a $12.8 million judgement on the defendants in this fake online review case — though, if the company pays $50,000 to the agency, as well as "certain unpaid income tax obligations," that full judgement amount will be suspended. The FTC has also moved to ban the "the defendants from making weight-loss, appetite-suppression, fat-blocking or disease-treatment claims for any dietary supplement, food or drug unless they have competent and reliable scientific evidence in the form of human clinical testing supporting the claims."
The defendants must also "email notices to consumers who bought Quality Encapsulations Garcinia Cambogia capsules, detailing the FTC's allegations regarding their efficacy claims. In addition, the order requires the defendants to notify Amazon, Inc. that they purchased Amazon reviews of their Quality Encapsulations Garcinia Cambogia capsules, and to identify to Amazon the purchased reviews."
Review Fights
Talk to any online shopper, merchant or marketplace third-party seller. Odds are one can easily find tale of the damages brought by fake reviews, which can result in crooked listing and rankings, lost sales and bad products being purchased.
For its part, Amazon engaged in a long battle against fake reviews, and has sued some of the people behind them. "While small in number, these reviews can significantly undermine the trust that consumers and the vast majority of sellers and manufacturers place in Amazon, which in turn tarnishes Amazon's brand," Amazon said in a complaint it filed against those reviewers.
More recently, the eCommerce operator said, "Our approximation is that less than 1 percent of reviews are inauthentic" — at least, according to Sharon Chiarella, vice president of community shopping at Amazon. According to auditors like Fakespot and ReviewMeta, around half of the reviews for the most popular products on Amazon are of questionable origin (a category that can include reviews written for pay — another long-standing problem in eCommerce, but especially on Amazon, given its scope and influence.
Power of Reviews
Yet, consumers still tend to trust reviews, according to reports from reliable eCommerce operators — and even recent research from PYMNTS. According to the PYMNTS Checkout Conversion Index, "a product that has only one review is 65 percent more likely to be purchased than another product that doesn't have any reviews. And one-third of eCommerce shoppers will not purchase an item online unless it has positive reviews from customers." Also, more than "56 percent of online shoppers read reviews before making a purchase."
Take another report from Shopify. It found that "84 percent of shoppers trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations." In addition, "more than half of people will visit a company's website after reading positive reviews." The power of online reviews go beyond large, distantly located eCommerce operations, too. That's because "74 percent of people say that positive reviews make them trust local businesses more."
Fake product reviews on Amazon and other retail platforms are not the only recent issue at play when it comes to this area of eCommerce. A California Supreme Court decision from 2018, which essentially allowed a negative Yelp post to stand about a lawyer, could help determine how online reviews are treated in the future. The case could also influence how much responsibility third-party platforms have when consumers complain about goods and services.
In a four to three decision in July, the California Supreme Court ruled that Yelp was not responsible for a one-star review left on its site about San Francisco lawyer Dawn Hassell. The Hassell Law Group represented Ava Bird in a 2012 personal injury case for three months. Bird, using an alias, then wrote on Yelp that the firm was incompetent, and told readers to avoid doing business with it.
It's hard to imagine eCommerce without reviews, and there is little doubt that the review landscape will keep undergoing changes, and that the battle against fake and bought reviews will continue.
Banks, corporates and even regulators now recognize the imperative to modernize — not just digitize —the infrastructures and workflows that move money and data between businesses domestically and cross-border. Together with Visa, PYMNTS invites you to a month-long series of livestreamed programs on these issues as they reshape B2B payments. Masters of modernization share insights and answer questions during a mix of intimate fireside chats and vibrant virtual roundtables.


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Christmas message to Armed Forces
Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg has sent a Christmas and New Year message to Armed Forces personnel.
Mr Clegg said:
I want to extend my very best wishes to all of our Armed Forces, wherever you are based, this Christmas and New Year. You do a tremendous job, often in difficult circumstances and while separated from loved ones.
For this, and the sacrifices you make, you are hugely admired by people up and down the country and make us incredibly proud - not just during the festive season but every day of the year.
I wish you all a very happy Christmas and New Year.


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Ever sat in English class, reading yet another Shakespeare play, thinking, "I could do this – but better?"
Now is the time to share your wildest take on the Bard: submissions are open for a shiny new play of any form that draws inspiration from William Shakespeare, the city of Montreal and Canada. You have until Thursday to get your pitch in.
Repercussion Theatre (the company behind Shakespeare in the Park) and Playwrights' Workshop Montreal are working together on this commission, and they say they're open to "any style or approach."
Amanda Kellock, artistic director at Repercussion, says it's about shaking up Shakespeare and injecting some diversity into a 400-year-old canon.
"I'm particularly looking for different kinds of voices. I really love putting on plays by a dead white guy, but it's really nice to hear other voices, too," Kellock told me recently in an interview on CKUT Radio.
She's done her part, having directed and cast an all-lady version of Julius Caesar last summer. "I adore Shakespeare. There's so much value to still putting on his plays… but I'm also super interested in when we get into dialogue with Shakespeare: when we not only present his plays, but when we talk back."
Kellock cited some successful theatrical riffs on the Bard: Tom Stoppard's absurdist Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, which breathed life into two minor characters from Hamlet. There's also Canadian Ann-Marie MacDonald's 1988 Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet), in which a young English lit prof, Constance, reimagines two tragic plays as comedies.
When I asked Kellock what she would write about, the AD said she would gravitate towards minor female roles, like Ophelia or Portia from Caesar. "I would pick one of those characters and dig in and see what else they might have to say."
It being 400 years since Shakespeare exited this worldly stage, there have been countless efforts to modernize his work, like Margaret Atwood's recent novel Hag-Seed, inspired by The Tempest for Random House's Hogarth Shakespeare series of retellings.
As for purists who might quibble with bending the canon, Kellock thinks the Bard would probably be delighted. "If Shakespeare was alive now, he'd be trying every trick in the book. At the end of the day, he was a showman. He wanted to entertain and provoke his audience with whatever tools he had at his disposal."
While the deadline for submissions is this Thursday, Dec. 1, you don't need to write the whole thing by then: the submission requires a letter outlining your pitch, a short biography, a 10-page writing sample (to get a feel for the style of the play) and any research material or images that served as inspiration.
The selected writer will net a $3,000 commission, plus dramaturgical support and hours of workshopping — a plum prize for a scribe, especially someone starting out.
The chosen play will also get a public reading in the fall of 2018, when Repercussion celebrates its 30th anniversary.
For more details about submitting a pitch, visit the Playwrights' Workshop Montreal website.


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The seventeenth symposium of the British Mycological Society was held jointly with the British Society for Plant Pathology and the Society of Irish Plant Pathologists. The subject of the symposium was Phytophthora, the organism responsible for many plant diseases, most notably potato blight. This book presents the results of the meeting in a wide-ranging volume incorporating chapters discussing the history of potato blight, host-pathogen reactions, systematics and intraspecific variation, molecular and genetic studies and the development of effective control methods. Arguably the most studied of all plant pathogens, Phytophthora remains a problem in modern agriculture.
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