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Maasai Mara National Reserve
The Masai Mara game reserve is one of the oldest game reserves in Kenya and is located in the Great Rift Valley. It is accessible through Narok and Sekenani Gate both of which are linked to the main road. It is also serviced by two airstrips. It was gazetted as a national reserve in 1984 after the Kenya government conceded some of the land to ancestral Maasai herders for their use in grazing.
The Mara is unique in that it is one destination that experiences very high concentrations of wildlife. Indeed, most tourists rate visiting the Mara during the annual wildebeest migration between July and November as an experience of a lifetime. During the migration, over a million wildebeest, zebras and antelopes gather at the reserve to give birth to the next generation of wildebeest. Obviously, viewing over 100,000 calvings is not the experience that has made the Mara famous. It is the antagonists in the form of predators in hot pursuit and their devious ways of hunting pray that complete the show. The view of lions, hyenas, and cheetahs in pursuit of prey is only peppered by the sight of nervous wildebeest and zebras crossing the treacherous Mara River. There, crocodiles lie in wait shedding the proverbial crocodile tear with every misstep. It is a sight worth beholding.
Even during other times of the year apart from the annual wildebeest migration, there is plenty of wildlife to be hand. The reserve is located on open grassland where over 95 species of reptiles, amphibians and mammals as well as over 400 bird species live or frequent. Indeed, very few reserves in Africa can rival the Mara in terms of wildlife abundance. Most visitors to the Mara are rewarded with sightings of the big five namely: buffaloes, elephants, lions, leopards and the rhino. In additions to the big five visitors also have a chance to see impalas, Thompson's gazelle, foxes, and jackals topped up by hippos and warthogs. It also has breathtaking scenery as it is located in the Great Rift Valley. The sightings are not limited to the reserve as Safari enthusiasts can also view a variety of wildlife in the conservancies within the reserve's vicinity.
For cultural tourists seeking a holistic experience of the wildlife, the sights, and the people, the Mara does not disappoint. The Maasai have an annual rite of passage for boys where they graduate into warriors known as Morans. They also hold numerous ceremonies to mark important events such as circumcision, marriage, graduation of elders and childbirth. All these are events that visitors can witness if they obtain the requisite permission from the elders.
In recent years, the Kenya Wildlife Service has been concerned that the enchanting Mara River may lose its allure due to human activities that have impacted its flow. The water shortage makes it hard for crocodiles to lie in wait denying visitors the chance to witness one of the most iconic sightings of the migration. It has initiated conservation efforts covering riparian areas and forests supplying water to the Mara. It also made concessions to the Maasai by giving them part of the land for grazing while they reciprocated by supporting conservation efforts. KWS has also licensed private conservancies to intensify conservation efforts.


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How refreshing to discover a refined four-course menu at an Oakland restaurant whose narrow dining room is designed for intimacy. Unlike the casual scene found in nearly every new spot that's opened during this city's remarkable dining revolution, the focus at Contrasto is on the subtler senses. Located near Lake Merritt, the Italian restaurant makes for a classy date night—sans the clunky romantic trappings. The walls are psychedelic with urban murals, and the service is as unpretentious as it is proficient. We started with lobster and artichoke "panna cotta," its creamy richness cut by delicately dressed bitter greens. A pasta dish matched sweet shrimp and precisely diced squash to the tart intensity of perfectly ripe and concentrated tomato. Our diminutive lamb shank, served on buttery polenta with lush veggies, was nearly as decadent as the high-proof tiramisu that followed. While the menu is presented as a pricey prix fixe (with four choices for each course), you can split each plate and/or order anything à la carte in a larger format. Brilliant Italian-focused wine list. 388 Grand Ave., (510) 918-3205, contrastosf.com. Dinner Wed.–Sun. $$$$


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Walk on or shared expense fishing charters have been available in Orange Beach for over 50 years. These trips have always been popular with first timers or those who don't have the budget for a more expensive private charter. Shared expense trips are designed to be a gateway to saltwater fishing for new anglers. Because of their low price cost per person, they are a very popular trip. These types of charters take you deep sea fishing, but they do not offer the same level of quality and excellent service as their counter parts give you. They generally keep you within sight of land if you take a 6 hour trip or less.
Most people go to a local charter marina booking office to sign up for these trips. The best choices are SanRoc Cay Marina, Zekes Marina, Action Charter and the lowest price charters are sail from Hudson Marina.
A shared expense or walk on charter is where you join other people and pay a LOW, $125.00 per person fee, instead of renting the entire boat for yourselves for one LARGE fee. These trips are designed to put people together and match them up with others who are wanting a similar length fishing charter.
When enough people sign up with the booking agent or charter office and they reach a minimum number (say 6 for a 6 pack boat or 8 for a multi-passenger boat), the person you booked with, calls the trip together and calls each of you know to tell you when and where to show up and what boat they have you assigned too.
During the summer months, they often get a lot more people sign up, and they fill up a boat to capacity. When boats get filled to capacity, they get crowded like Cattle in a Catch Pen. This is where your service will suffer a bit, if the boat is not properly staffed with enough deckhands or has ample room along the rails for everyone to fish.
These types of charters are not booked for inshore or back bay trips. In addition to that per person fee that each one of you pays, there is an extra fee or tip that you need to pay the deckhand. That amount runs about 10-15% on walk on charters depending on the . If they do a better job, you should tip 15%. Fish cleaning costs .30 cents a pound, whole weight.
Just so you will know where the price per person comes from, let's look at a simple math problem. Most charters charge X number of dollars to run a 6 hour trip. For example, a 6 hour private trip for 10 people normally would cost $1500 plus tip. If 10 people sign up for this shared expense trip, the cost is divided among those people signed up, or $10 per person. Where these boats really make a lot of money, is when more than the minimum number of people sign up and go on the same boat.
Every one of these Walk On or Shared Expense deep sea fishing charters are booked through some type of Marina Charter Office or middleman. The booking agent or charter office will get a credit card number from you, to hold your spot. Then writes your name and how many people you have wanting to go fishing. The waiting lists they put you on will correspond to the date, time and the number of hours you want to go fishing for. These agents may book a lot of different boats and may have more options for you.
Warning: If any charter office, agent or third party website makes you pay a deposit up front, be alarmed. This deposit you pay, is usually a 15 to 20% commission that CAN be over and above the price of your trip. You may be over paying. Reputable fishing charters only take a credit card number to hold your reservation. Most will make you pay the day of your trip, before you get on the boat.
You going fishing on the day you sign up for, depends on the agent or charter office having enough people signed up for a particular trip. This is because in order for the boat to leave the dock, it must reach it's people minimum carrying capacity. Most six passenger boats won't depart without having 6 people signed up. Some multi passenger boats won't depart unless they have 7 people signed up. Some larger boats won't depart unless they have 10 people. The number varies from boat to boat. It is ok to ask your agent, "how many people will be on this boat? How many are signed up already?"
During the summer months, these trips hardly ever get cancelled. However during spring and fall, you may find yourself not going fishing at all because not enough people signed up for the trip you want.
For the sake of keeping this simple, what you need to know is, there are Party Boats and there are regular charter boats that charge a per person fee. This is what makes them a walk on or shared expense charter. There is a difference in the two types of charters. Party boats only offer 4 or 6 hour trips. Regular charters that offer these types of trips, offer 6 hour, 8 hour, 10 hour and 12 hour trips.
The most popular trips offered by regular charter boats are 6 hours in length. The price is $125 per person to $185 per person, depending on which charter company you choose. The longer the trip you want (more than 8 hours), the more difficulty you are going to have in getting enough people to sign up for them. These trips get canceled more often because of a lack of interest in longer trips. This is because of the price.
Because of over fishing in the 6 hour territory, many anglers are now signing up for 8, 10 or 12 hour trips in order to be able to catch larger fish. A little bit more about this later in this article.
Party Boats do offer less expensive shared expense trips but, they are big boats, usually 65' or more in length. They carry as many as 65 to 85 people per trip. You are still fishing next to each other, but the boat is a larger scale. They can be called shared expense or walk on charters if you like, but they are totally different than a true walk on or shared expense charter. They are similar because they take individuals and small groups fishing. They generally don't offer the same quality fishing trip as a true walk on or shared expense charter.
Don't let the name party boat scare you. They are not a boat where its a big Party or celebration going on. Party means, the size of the group they carry. Party boats forever, have been the most inexpensive gateway for the fishing public to have access to deep sea fishing. They charge as little as $65 for a 4 hour charter, to as much as $85 to $95 per person for a 6 hour charter. Party boats hardly ever offer any trip longer than 6 hours.
The only draw back to these charters is, they pack you on like cattle during the busy time of the year. If you get sea sick, you are stuck out there until your time is up. If seas are rough, they will likely go because they can handle it better. They usually fish big public reefs that get fished all of the time, so often you don't catch as many quality fish as you could on a regular charter boat that fishes walk on charters. Some people do catch big fish, but as a general rule, these charters don't target big fish.
Walk On or Shared Expense Charters. These are regular charter boats that offer shared expense trips when they are not booked with a private charter. They are either 6 passenger or they are multi-passengers vessels that carry 7 people or more. Multi passenger refers to the number of people the US Coast Guard will allow them to carry on any one trip. Some smaller multi-passenger boats that are less than 41 feet in length in Orange Beach carry as many as 22 people. Some of the larger ones carry 49 people. Carrying capacity has nothing to do with the size of the vessel. It has to do with Coast Guard approval.
These 41' boats are ideal if there are 10-12 people signed up, but no more than 13. However, if the boat owners can get more people to sign up, they will pack you on like cattle and have no room to move around. Then you will be just like you would be on a party boat. Some of the larger boats like 65 feet, that carry 49 passengers, usually only can fish 20 people at a time maxium. This means you have a little more room to move around.
Quality is determined by your expectations. In our experience, a quality fishing charter is one that offers a clean, comfortable boat with new fishing tackle, plenty of room for everyone on board (not packed like cattle), who takes you far enough offshore to where you can catch a lot of fish (beyond 20 miles). What you need to know about quailty in shared expense charters, there is a direct correlation in the price you pay and the results you will get. If you don't pay a lot, you should not expect a lot. The more people on the boat, the less qualtiy you receive.
What is the size of the boat you are putting me on and how many people will be on the boat? Any boat less than 50' in length is only comfortable with 10 people or less on board. Even if they are a walk around boat, like a center console like the CAT boat or Wishbone located at Hudson Marina. There is standing room only if there are more than 10 people. Besides, one deckhand can only handle about 10 people and maintain quality. You need two deckhands if you have 11 people or more on the boat. If the booking agent is about to put 18 to 22 people on a boat that small, you are going to be cramped and service will suffer.
How far are we going offshore? Because of over fishing of red snapper close to shore (within 35 miles) the past 4 or 5 years, the bigger fish 4 pounds or more, are now located 35 miles or more offshore. If you choose a 6 hour trip or less, they are going to stay close to shore or within 20 miles, where there is a lot of fishing pressure. You can expect to catch smaller or barely legal fish 12" to 17" in length or about 1.5 to 3 pounds in this 20 to 35 mile zone out of Orange Beach. This is where you need to ask yourself about wanting a quality fishing trip or big fish. NOTE: During the first two weeks of June or the opening of Red Snapper season, there are a few big snappers (18" to 22") close to shore or within 35 miles. After that time, every spot has been fished so much, you will barely catch a 16" legal fish within 20 miles of shore.
How long of a trip do we need to catch big fish? If you want to catch big fish, you need to book a 10 to 12 hour trip. This is due to over fishing out to 30 miles or more from shore. Booking a longer trip will get you far enough offshore where you have a chance to catch some big fish. If big fish is what you want, you need to budget more money to get far enough offshore to get them.
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Steve Tobak spreads confusion at C|NET by arguing for "Intellectual Property". With complete disregard for commercial vs. noncommercial use, Steve states that downloading unauthorized works while criticizing those who sell unauthorized copies is a "double standard". He then trumpets the virtues of patents in general, while failing to distinguish between software idea patents, patents on tangible objects, or patents on pharmaceutical products designed for healthcare – all of which bring up very different issues. Steve says:
By definition, a patent, a copyright, or a trademark–intellectual property–entitles the owner to reasonable compensation for its use by others. It's the law.
The word "compensation" implies that whenever you listen to or view a copy, the original author has worked for you and that he should be compensated accordingly. This absurdly puts listening and viewing copies on par with situations resembling a live performance. However, if one were to manufacture then sell a similar but patented toy or sell a product using another's trademark, "compensation" is an inaccurate descriptor. What has occurred here is best described as "damages", not a situation where work deserving of "compensation" has been done. Steve sums up:
We are a nation of laws. Without them, I doubt we would have the quality of life we have. And without intellectual property rights, I doubt we'd have technology-enriched lives. It's not a perfect system, but it works pretty well. You either buy into that or you don't. You can't have it both ways.
Steve demonstrates that lumping these disparate laws together often produces incoherent, misleading, and all-or-nothing arguments. Arguing either for or against "Intellectual Property" invariably spreads confusion. If we wish to construct reasonable laws then we must avoid the temptation to argue in such abstract terms ("Intellectual Property") and acknowledge their disparity.


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Epsom Derby & Oaks 2019: Betting Tips, Stats & History
The Derby and The Oaks are two of Britain's most iconic races. They take place at Epsom racecourse, which also just so happens to be one of the most iconic racecourses in Britain. In fact, The Derby is the richest race in the UK, signalling just how important it is to British horseracing.
The two races are featured over two days of top class racing at Epsom. They pull in huge crowds across both days and with it the racecourse is able to function finically pretty much all year round.
- In This Article:
- Betting Tips
- Course
- The Oaks
- The Derby
- Statistics
- History
Epsom Derby Festival Betting Tips for 2019
The first weekend in June means Derby Day at Epsom, arguably Britain's most prestigious flat race. The two-day meeting hosts two Classics, The Derby and The Oaks, and a further Group 1 contest, the Coronation Cup.
|Day & Date
|Coronation Cup
|Friday May 31st 2019
|Old Persian
|Epsom Oaks
|Friday May 31st 2019
|Epsom Dash
|Saturday June 1st 2019
|Dark Shot
|Epsom Derby
|Saturday June 1st 2019
The Epsom Downs Course
The racecourse at Epsom is only open from April through to October and takes advantage of the summer flat season. It measures just 1m 4f 10 yards in length, but has been designed and tailored to produce a really tough test for the horse that do take part. It's worth noting that both The Derby and The Oaks are both run from the longest part of the track, with each race being measured as 1m 4f 10 yards in length.
The track is a left-handed course, which makes it a little tougher for most horses as the majority will be used to more traditional right handed tracks. The U-shaped course (Tattenham corner) means that the tight bend acts as a bit of s slingshot and definitely favours horses that are running prominently, rather than those labouring at the back. Interestingly, the last 5 furlongs are downhill and when set up as just a 5f course, it's widely regarded as the fastest in the world.
But, the added speed does add its challenges for the horse as running downhill can actually hinder them due to the fact that it means it's possible the horses could miss a stride. But, as both the Derby and the Oaks take advantage of the full course, the first 4 furlongs are actually all uphill and provide a very tough test in terms of stamina, especially when the ground is soft. Many races in the past have been decided over these first 4 furlongs, such is the severity of them.
The better ground is often found on the stand side and whilst the length of the race means that the draw isn't really a factor, it will mean that horses will need to get into positon quickly if they are looking to challenge come the back straight.
The Oaks
The Oaks is run on the Friday of the 2-day meeting and is seen as the warm up for the Derby the following day. But, the race has massive significance in the horse racing industry and is one of the most high-profile races for 3-year-old fillies anywhere in the world.
The Oaks is third of the five classics, running after the Guineas. A massive race on its own, it's also stepping stone for horses that have taken on the 1,000 Guineas with the St Leger to follow later in the year. The three races together are known as the Fillies Triple Crown.
The prizemoney for the race sits at £500,000, with first place being awarded £283,550 of the total purse.
Oaks Day
Whilst the Oaks is undoubtedly the highlight of the opening day of the mini-festival, it also hosts another Group 1 race in the form of the Coronation Cup. This race has become another massive race in the UK horse racing calendar, offering up a prize pool of £425,000. The race includes horses aged 4-years and up and often features horses that have competed in the Derby or the Oaks in previous years. There is also the listed Surrey Stakes amongst five other top races.
Full Oaks Day Schedule – 31st May 2019
|Race Name
|Prize Fund
|Woodcote EBF Stakes
|Class 2
|6 furlongs
|Investec Mile Handicap
|Class 2
|1 mile, 1⁄2 furlong
|Coronation Cup
|Group 1
|1 mile, 4 furlongs
|Wealth Investment Handicap
|Class 2
|1 mile, 2 furlongs
|The Oaks
|Group 1
|1 mile, 4 furlongs
|Surrey Stakes
|Class 1, Listed
|7 furlongs
|Zebra Handicap
|Class 2
|7 furlongs
The Derby
Whilst many people would say that the Oaks and the Derby are on an equal level when it comes to the prestige of each race, in reality, the Derby has to be the bigger of the two. The fact that the prizemoney from this race is £1,500,000, making it the biggest purse of any race in the UK highlights this fact. The winner of the race is set to pick up a cheque worth £850,650. Not too shabby for a few minutes work!
The Derby is held on the Saturday and is one of the most watched races in the world. The race has been running since 1780 and with it has been able to attract huge crowds to Epsom Downs racecourse as a result. The race is open to 3-year-old fillies, thoroughbred and colts, meaning it attracts a host of the world's best flat racing horses.
Just the like the Oaks, the Derby is part of its own Triple crown including the 2,000 Guineas and the St Leger. It's also one of the 5 classics that takes place around the world.
Derby Day
The Saturday, or Derby Day as it's often referred to, is dominated by the big race itself. There are six other races though incuding the Group 3 contests, the Princess Elizabeth Stakes and the Diomed Stakes. There's also the popular Epsom Dash, a large field handicap over the minumum 5 furlong trip.
Full Derby Day Schedule – 1st June 2019
|Race Name
|Prize Fund
|Private Banking Handicap
|Class 2
|1 mile, 2 furlongs
|Princess Elizabeth Stakes
|Group 3
|1 mile, 1⁄2 furlong
|Diomed Stakes
|Group 3
|1 mile, 1⁄2 furlong
|Epsom Dash Handicap
|Class 2
|5 furlongs
|The Derby
|Group 1
|1 mile, 4 furlongs
|Out Of The Ordinary Handicap
|Class 2
|1 mile, 4 furlongs
|Asset Management Handicap
|Class 2
|6 furlongs
With both the Derby and Oaks having been run for over 200 years there's plenty of information and records that have been produced. Below we look at who the most successful trainers and jockeys have been, as well as the quickest ever runnings of these prestigious races.
The Derby
There is one jockey who has dominated the Derby like no other over the years and this man comes in the form of the great, Lester Piggott. Piggott went on to win no fewer than 9 Derby's, with his first in 1954 on Never Say Die and his last in 1983 on Teenoso.
The trainer stakes and much more even, with 3 trainers being tied at the top with 7 wins a piece. These include Robert Robson, John Porter and Fred Darling. The trio unfortunately never really raced in the same era as each other, so it's tough to say which is the best from the three, with each having iconic horses of their own generation.
In more recent times it's been Aidan O'Brien has been the standout trainer, winning 4 out the last 6 Derby's since 2012. The jockey stakes have been pretty spread out, but do include the likes of Frankie Dettori, Ryan Moore, Martin Dwyer and Kieren Fallon, to name just a few.
Most Successful Epsom Derby Trainers and Jockeys
|First - Last
|First - Last
|Fred Darling
|1922 – 1941
|Lester Piggott
|1954 - 1983
|John Porter
|1868 - 1899
|Steve Donoghue
|1915 - 1925
|Robert Robson
|1793 - 1823
|Jem Robinson
|1817 - 1836
|Aidan O'Brien
|2001 - 2017
|Fred Archer
|1877 - 1886
|Vincent O'Brien
|1962 - 1982
|Bill Clift
|1793 - 1819
|Mathew Dawson
|1860 - 1895
|Frank Buckle
|1792 - 1823
|Frank Neale
|1782 - 1804
|John Arnull
|1784 - 1807
|Sir Michael Stoute
|1981 - 2010
|Willie Carson
|1979 - 1994
|John Scott
|1835 - 1853
|Charles Smirke
|1934 - 1958
|James Edwards
|1811 - 1836
|John Watts
|1887 - 1896
|Dixon Boyce
|1805 - 1828
|Bill Scott
|1832 - 1843
|Richard Prince
|1795 - 1819
|Tom Goodison
|1809 - 1822
|Sam Arnull
|1780 - 1798
The fastest winning time in the Derby came about in 2010, when Workforce managed to complete the track in just 2m 31.33s. The widest winning margin was that of Shergar in 1981 and the fewest runners to have ever raced in the Derby was back in 1794, with just 4. The longest odds winners have been at 100/1 and have included Jeddah (1898) Signrinetta (1908) and Aboyeur (1913).
Fastest Recorded Epsom Derbys
|Average Speed
|2 mins 31.33 secs
|35.68 mph
|Good to Firm
|2 mins 32.31 secs
|35.45 mph
|Good to Firm
|Golden Horn
|2 mins 32.32 secs
|35.45 mph
|Good to Firm
|Wings Of Eagles
|2 mins 33.02 secs
|35.29 mph
|2 mins 33.27 secs
|35.23 mph
|Good to Firm
|Kris Kin
|2 mins 33.35 secs
|35.21 mph
|2 mins 33.63 secs
|35.15 mph
|North Light
|2 mins 33.72 secs
|35.13 mph
|2 mins 33.80 secs
|35.11 mph
|2 mins 33.84 secs
|35.10 mph
The Oaks
The leading jockey in the Oaks is that of Frank Buckle, we rode 9 winners from 1797 through to 1823. In more recent times jockeys who've seen the most success has been that of Frankie Dettori, Ryan Moore and Kieren Fallon. It's worth noting that these are the same successful jockey's that have rode in the Derby as well, often getting the top pick of the horses from that race.
In terms of trainers, Robert Robson has had the most wins with a staggering 13 victories between 1802 and 1825. You'll notice that Robson is one of the most successful trainers of the Derby as well, making him a bit of legend around these parts. The likes of Henry Cecil, Aiden O'Brien and Saeed bin Suroor have all seen success in more recent times.
Most Successful Epsom Oaks Trainers and Jockeys
|First - Last
|First - Last
|Robert Robson
|1802 - 1825
|Frank Buckle
|1797 - 1823
|Henry Cecil
|1985 - 2007
|Lester Piggott
|1957 - 1984
|Alec Taylor Jnr
|1910 - 1926
|Frank Butler
|1843 - 1852
|John Scott
|1836 - 1863
|George Fordham
|1859 - 1881
|John Pratt
|1781 - 1799
|John Barnham Day
|1828 - 1840
|Aidan O'Brien
|1998 - 2018
|Sam Chifney Jnr
|1807 - 1825
|Frank Butters
|1927 - 1948
|Keiren Fallon
|1997 - 2006
|Noel Murless
|1957 - 1973
|Frankie Dettori
|1994 - 2017
|Mathew Dawson
|1853 - 1891
|Willie Carson
|1977 - 1990
|Charles Morton
|1903 - 1914
|Harry Wragg
|1938 - 1946
|Dixon Boyce
|1806 - 1817
|Joe Childs
|1912 - 1921
|Frank Neale
|1788 - 1800
|John Watts
|1883 - 1893
|Fred Archer
|1875 - 1885
|Tom Cannon Snr
|1869 - 1884
|Dennis Fitzpatrick
|1787 - 1800
|Sam Chifney
|1782 - 1790
The fastest winning time in the Oaks came just last year in 2017 when Enable ran the race of their life winning in just 2m 34.13s. The longest odds winners have come at a hefty 50/1 and included both Sun Princess in 1833 and more recently, Jet Ski Lady in 1991.
Fastest Recorded Epsom Oaks
|Average Speed
|2 mins 34.13 secs
|35.04 mph
|2 mins 34.19 secs
|35.02 mph
|Good to Firm
|Time Charter
|2 mins 34.21 secs
|35.02 mph
|Snow Bride
|2 mins 34.22 secs
|35.01 mph
|Good to Firm
|2 mins 34.33 secs
|34.99 mph
|2 mins 34.60 secs
|34.93 mph
|2 mins 34.89 secs
|34.86 mph
|2 mins 35.02 secs
|34.83 mph
|Good to Firm
|Light Brocade
|2 mins 35.20 secs
|34.79 mph
|2 mins 35.25 secs
|34.78 mph
The Oaks actually came about 1 year before the Derby in 1779, making them both two of the oldest races in the history of British horse racing. The Oaks is actually named after a local estate, located not far from the Epsom racetrack and was leased to the 12thEarl of derby in the 18thcentury. It was actually after a party that was hosted but the Earl of Derby that he and his friends devised the race to be run at the nearby racecourse.
In fact, it was Lord Derby himself who trained the inaugural winner, Bridget, which probably won't come as a huge surprise since it was his idea to start with. Over the years the Oaks has seen some of the best fillies go on to win the race and in turn is widely regarded as an integral part of the Fillies Triple Crown.
The Derby came about just a year later and was designed as a celebration to the success of the Oaks. Whilst the Oaks was named after a local estate, it was decided that the Derby would be named after one of the names who were the driving force behind the race. Later, it was discovered that the name had actually been derived by Lord Derby himself, which is fair enough, and has since been known as the Derby.
The first winner of the Derby was that of Diomed, a colt owned by Sir Charles Bunbury. The initial race was actually run over a 1m track, but later was extended in 1784 to 1 ½m, roughly what they still race today. In fact, the races starting point had actually shifted twice over the years, once in 1848 and then again in 1872.
The Derby has actually been run at several different times of the year as well. Initially it was run in late May or early June and held on a Wednesday to fit in with railway timetables. It became more established in the 20th century switching to the first Wednesday in June from 1900 to 1995. The switch in 1995 to a Saturday was in order to cater for more people to see this now iconic race and it's been set here ever since.
The Derby is part of the Thoroughbred Triple Crown, which includes the 2,000 Guineas and the St Leger Stakes as well. There have only ever been 15 winners of the Triple Crown over the last 150+ years, with the latest being that of the great Nijinsky, ridden by none other than Lester Piggott in 1970.
Lester Piggott
Lester Piggott is one of the most celebrated jockeys to have ever ridden a horse. He has a staggering 4,493 career wins to his name and is the most successful flat jockey in Britain of all time. He was famed for having his own unique style at the peak of his powers, which ironically is now taught to most up and coming jockeys and copied by a plethora of modern greats as well.
The Derby has always been a high point in Piggott's career and he holds the record for most wins by a jockey with 9 in total. What's most impressive about his 9 wins is that they came over an illustrious 30 year love affair with the Derby, starting with his first winner in 1954 on Never Say die and finishing on Teenoso in 1983.
But, Piggott was a colourful character and after retiring for the first time in 1985 to become a trainer, he got caught up in tax evasion, later being jailed for 366 days. Upon his release he needed to make money and the easiest way he knew how was riding, so was back racing by the 1990 flat season. Piggott highlighted his class in the saddle upon his return winning the 1992 2,000 Guineas and Breeders Cup Mile. His last ride came in the November Handicap in 1994 in the UK, but did make some races aboard, before finally retiring for good in 1995.
Shergar is one of the best horses to have raced in the Derby. Period. The horse wont the Derby in 1981, but it wasn't just the fact he won, it was the manner. Shergar obliterated the field and won by a massive ten lengths and feat that has never been beaten or even come close to since.
The horse was born in Ireland and trained in Great Britain, owned by Aga Khan and trained by the legendary Sir Michael Stoute. Not only did he win the Derby, but also went to win the Guardian Classic Trail, Chester Vase, Irish Derby and the King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes, all in 1981. He reached a peak Timeform rating of 140 and has a race named after him (Shergar Cup) at Royal Ascot.
But, controversy surrounding the horse in that he was stolen by masked gunmen in 1983 and has never been seen since. The case technically hasn't been closed as no one has been prosecuted as a result, but one of the most intriguing conspiracy theories is that the IRA stole the horse to sell on and fund for weapons.
Aidan O'Brien
Aiden O'Brien will go down as one of the greatest trainers to have ever lived. He has won pretty much everything that you can as a Group 1 trainer and most on multiple occasions as well. What's been impressive to see about O'Brien is that he hasn't just had success in Ireland and Great Britain, but around the world including the UAE, United States, Hong Kong, Italy, France, Canada and Australia.
Both the Derby and the Oaks have been successful hunting grounds for O'Brien and his probably the most successful trainer of the modern era, with 14 wins across the two. It was his three consecutive wins in the Derby that O'Brien will be best known for, winning in 2012, 2013 and 2014 on Camelot, Ruler of the World and Australia.
2017 will probably have been the trainers most surprising win with Wings Of Eagles winning from a 40/1 starting price, one of the largest in Derby history. The horse had managed to fight off both the 7/2 favourite Cracksman ridden by Frankie Dettori and O'Brien's very own Cliffs Of Moher, priced at just 5/1.
In 2017, we saw what could be the making of one of the best fillies to have lived. It's a very bold statement, but the form that Enable has shown winning the Epsom Oaks was mightily impressive.
What was probably most impressive has been Enable's ability to follow that through in her three year old season, picking up wins at the Cheshire Oaks, Irish Oaks, King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes, Yorkshire Oaks and finally the Prix de L'Arc de Triomphe that have really made punters and pundits take note.
Enabled followed this up as a four year old in 2018 winning a second successive Arc before taking the Breeders' Cup Turf over in the United States.
The horse is owned by Khalid Abullah and is trained by John Gosden at Newmarket. Her record over 2017 and 2018 has been pretty much unflappable and it will be very interesting to see just how long she will continue to race.
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4 Tips for Avoiding Auto Collisions
In an ideal world, no one would need a collision repair service, because all drivers would be mindful and safe at all times. Unfortunately, auto collisions in the Bay Area are inevitable.
However, the smart application of anti-crash safety tips can reduce your likelihood of getting hurt in a crash or damaging your vehicle. Edmunds.com, a respected national leader in automotive safety journalism, recently compiled a list of safety tips. Let's review the most helpful and interesting.
First off, the Edmunds team tells drivers to minimize the use of the left lane, a.k.a. "the fast lane." The left lane offers only just one "escape route"– towards the middle lane. The center and right lanes both offer more flexibility, allowing drivers to respond more fluently and diversely in emergencies.
Many of the tips boil down to "pay attention to your surroundings." Drivers should scan the area ahead and maintain hands at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position (or the 10 o'clock/2 o'clock position) for maximum control and responsivity.
One lesser-known tip is to obtain what Edmunds calls "racecar driver control of the wheel." Do this by sitting close enough to the wheel that you can rest your wrist on top of it while your back is against the seat. This compact position will allow you to respond to any split-second emergency maneuvers. As any collision expert will tell you, the difference between a near-miss and a fatal, destructive collision can be just a few milliseconds. A slight advantage can be huge.
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Dropbox has today unveiled a native Windows 10 app that rungs across Windows 10 PCs and tablets, with the smartphone version to be released soon as well.
The new app supports new Windows 10 features like Windows Hello, which essentially lets you use your face or iris to unlock your Dropbox account.
Of course, your PC and tablet will need to sport a special camera to make use of the facial recognition used by Windows Hello, while the fingerprint unlocking will be more useful on a Windows 10 Mobile with a fingerprint scanner.
The new app does seem more targeted to Windows 10 tablet, mobile or laptop users, however, as it shows you all your Dropbox files even if it isn't stored locally, similar to Dropbox's Android and iOS apps, which makes it perfect for devices with smaller storage options.
Add this to the fact that Windows still supports Dropbox's standard utility, which also lets you edit and sync all your documents and folders across devices.
Still, the app does let you also drag and drop files from Windows Explorer, as well as add comments and add @mentions, and set up notifications for when you're invited to share a file or folder.
You can also search for files by simply starting to type what you're looking for rather than looking for the search icon, or access recent files by right-clicking the app.
The new Dropbox app is available for PC and tablets from the Windows Store now, while the app for mobile to be released "soon."


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Whether you're craving pad thai or something more adventurous — such as stir-fried alligator in a house-made chili paste — deciding on a truly delicious Thai restaurant can prove difficult since there are so many options these days. Cities have seen an influx in Thai restaurant openings during the past decade, making it harder to locate a genuinely good restaurant. The increase in restaurants is due to more Americans taking an interest in the cuisine in recent years. In the 1980s Thai restaurants made their dishes sweeter and more mild to fit the American palate, but Americans have been searching for more authentic options in recent years.
If you're among the people looking for something more authentic, we have you covered. Here at Stacker, we used Foursquare to analyze local ratings, check-ins, tips, and trends to curate the best Thai restaurants in each state. See what dishes are customer favorites and learn if you really should opt to go 'Thai hot' — this ultra-spicy option is only meant for the brave at some establishments. States are listed in alphabetical order; read on to find the best Thai food near you.
7342 Granite Loop Rd. (Teton Village Rd.)
Teton Village, WY 83025
Foursquare rating: 9.0
Multiple diners agree that the price and the wait are worth it at Teton Thai. Visit when it's warm out so you can sit outdoors with a view of the mountains.
2851 N Oakland Ave. (Locust)
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Foursquare rating: 8.6
Enjoy fresh cuisine in a no-frills atmosphere at Thai Kitchen. Pick a curry and you won't be disappointed.
912 3rd Ave.
Huntington, WV 25701
Foursquare rating: 7.9
Succulent catfish, crab angels, and satay chicken are favorites at this Huntington-based eatery. Customers have also complimented the service and atmosphere.
1523 E Madison St. (at 16th Ave.)
Seattle, WA 98122
Foursquare rating: 9.2
Looking to enjoy "phad" thai but without the calories of the noodles? At Little Uncle, you can request it noodleless — and you won't miss out on any of the flavor.
917 S High St. (at Logan Ln.)
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Foursquare rating: 8.9
Taste of Thai has been serving Thai cuisine in Harrisonburg since 1999. The restaurant, which serves generous portions, is liked by undergraduate college students in the area.
4940 Main St.
Manchester Center, VT 05255
Foursquare rating: 8.8
Thai Basil is friendly to people with allergies — the menu notes which dishes are gluten-free or contain dairy, and states they can accommodate diners with allergies. The cocktails and massaman curry are notable choices.
754 E South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Foursquare rating: 8.7
Opt for the Thai basil at this restaurant boasting outdoor seating. This family owned and operated establishment offers generous portions, so be prepared for leftovers.
5501 N Lamar Blvd. Ste C101 (Koenig)
Austin, TX 78751
Foursquare rating: 9.2
At Titaya's Thai Cuisine, the food is consistently good and you can't go wrong with the curry and the noodle dishes. Start with the sweet taro corn fritters for a different but delicious appetizer.
2213 8th Ave. S
Nashville, TN 37204
Foursquare rating: 9.0
The Smiling Elephant features a daily curry with your choice of meat and jasmine rice. Customers have praised the red curry, so make sure to stop by on a Friday to sample it.
1900 N Maple Ave. (Knollwood Dr.)
Rapid City, SD 57701
Foursquare rating: 6.2
Coco Palace also serves sushi and Chinese food, in addition to Thai cuisine. There's even a section of the menu for vegetarians.
460 King St.
Charleston, SC 29403
Foursquare rating: 8.9
Basil is gluten-free friendly and offers customers outdoor seating. The dishes are bursting with both color and flavor.
1088 Chalkstone Ave.
Providence, RI 02908
Foursquare rating: 8.5
The crab rangoons and pad thai are two favorites among customers. The restaurant serves an extensive menu and offers a weekday lunch special that's less than $10, including soup or salad.
856 Western Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15233
Foursquare rating: 9.1
Head over to Nicky's Thai Kitchen in Pittsburgh for reasonable prices and delicious crab rangoons. Previous customers have also recommended it as a great date spot.
6 SE 28th Ave. (at E Burnside)
Portland, OR 97214
Foursquare rating: 9.1
Enjoy comforting food, such as pad see ew, in a casual setting. Customers say the food is authentic and the service is spot-on.
9022 S Pennsylvania Ave. (89th St.)
Oklahoma City, OK 73159
Foursquare rating: 8.7
Expect generous portions for low prices at Panang Thai. The food is cooked with fresh ingredients, which is reflected in the flavor.
15 E College Ave.
Westerville, OH 43081
Foursquare rating: 9.0
Slurp on shrimp and chicken noodle soup, or dive into fried rice at this cozy spot. If you like it hot, they'll turn up the heat for you.
01 Central Ave, W
Minot, ND 58701
Foursquare rating: 7.6
Opt for the fried rice selections at this Thai establishment that also offers sushi. Customers agree the service is fast and the wait staff is accommodating.
6204 Glenwood Ave. (at Pleasant Valley Rd.)
Raleigh, NC 27612
Foursquare rating: 8.9
Tucked away in a strip mall, Sawasdee Thai Restaurant serves flavorful and delightful Thai cuisine. If you're in the mood for ramen instead, try the tonkotsu ramen.
64-13 39th Ave. (btwn 64th & 65th St.)
Woodside, NY 11377
Foursquare rating: 9.3
Multiple customers swear by the watercress salad at this Queens-based restaurant. Boasting more than 120 dishes, SriPraPhai offers a variety of foods to represent the many different regions of Thailand.
4300 Central Ave. SE (at Graceland Dr. SE)
Albuquerque, NM 87108
Foursquare rating: 8.9
From green curry to pineapple curry, Orchid Thai Cuisine will satisfy any curry cravings you have. The head chef, Chef Bounnome, has had a long career cooking and even trained under master Thai Chef Willa Pan.
261 Main St.
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Foursquare rating: 8.7
If you like it hot, you'll get your spice fix here — there's even a spice rack so you can add as much as you please. The steamed mussels and papaya salad are customer favorites.
473 S Broadway
Salem, NH 03079
Foursquare rating: 8.3
Don't skip the Thai coffee at this Salem establishment. If you get the drunken noodles, make sure to ask for the special spicy sauce.
6345 S Rainbow Blvd. (W Sunset Rd.)
Las Vegas, NV 89118
Foursquare rating: 9.2
With so many dining options in Las Vegas, it can be difficult to settle on a good spot to eat at. Head on over to Archi's Thai Bistro for vegetarian and vegan-friendly dining.
129 N 10th St. (btw O & P)
Lincoln, NE 68508
Foursquare rating: 8.9
Customers praise the curries at Blue Orchid — the panang curry and the yellow curry won't disappoint. Their cocktails are also worth trying, especially the spicy lemongrass cocktail.
2695 King Ave.
West Billings, MT 59102
Foursquare rating: 8.7
Dig into pineapple fried rice served in a hollowed-out half pineapple at Lemongrass Thai Restaurant. If you're looking for a classic comfort dish, the drunken noodles hit the spot.
2030 Central St. (at W 21st St.)
Kansas City, MO 64108
Foursquare rating: 8.9
Boasting street food, wok dishes, curries, and more, this restaurant offers a variety of options to meet any of your cravings. Drop in during happy hour to sip on cocktails and enjoy small plates.
3000 Old Canton Rd. Ste 105
Jackson, MS 39216
Foursquare rating: 8.6
In addition to Thai cuisine, the menu at Surin of Thailand also offers sushi, martinis, and an extensive wine list. Make sure to stop by during happy hour for discounted sushi.
1613 University Ave. W
Saint Paul, MN 55104
Foursquare rating: 8.7
The food at On's Kitchen Thai Cuisine has a home-cooked feel and you can taste the flavors of northern Thailand. The restaurant is family-owned and the head chef began cooking in Thailand when she was just 8 years old.
60 Cherry St.
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Foursquare rating: 8.9
Start with the Thai pockets at this restaurant that prides itself on serving traditional cuisine. And make sure to finish your meal with something sweet by ordering the coconut ice cream.
1033 Commonwealth Ave. (btwn Alcorn & Babcock)
Boston, MA 02215
Foursquare rating: 8.8
Brown Sugar Café boasts quick service — perfect if you're in a hurry while dining in or looking to pick up food quickly while on the go. The food is spicy, so be prepared if you prefer your meal on the milder side.
11407 Amherst Ave. (at University Blvd.)
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Foursquare rating: 8.9
The dishes at Ruan Thai are full of flavor — especially the watercress salad. The restaurant also gives new life to traditional Thai dishes.
645 Congress St. (State St.)
Portland, ME 04101
Foursquare rating: 9.2
Sample a variety of dishes with the tapas option at Boda. The quail eggs, sticky rice ball, and Brussels sprouts are not to be missed, and neither are the craft cocktails.
279 Enterprise Dr.
Houma, LA 70360
Foursquare rating: 9.1
Multiple customers agree—you can't go wrong with anything at Song Phi Nong. The crab puffs are hailed as a must-try item.
2417 Nicholasville Rd. (at Dennis Dr.)
Lexington, KY 40503
Foursquare rating: 8.8
Enjoy reasonably priced food at Planet Thai. The restaurant prides itself on serving high-quality and healthy food — but if you feel like being unhealthy, try the spaghetti kee mao or Planet Thai noodles.
7528 W 119th St. (at Riley St.)
Overland Park, KS 66213
Foursquare rating: 8.8
Much like its name suggests, Hot Basil Thai Cuisine is known for its basil — everything from basil wings and Thai basil sauce to basil fried rice. Try the basil sauce with the catfish or the beef and you won't be disappointed.
2303 E 53rd St.
Davenport, IA 52807
Foursquare rating: 9.0
Chef Mun Luangruang learned how to prepare Thai food at an early age, and she brought her knowledge with her to Exotic Thai. The restaurant has been in business since 2002, and boasts an array of options for diners who are vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free.
2316 E County Line Rd. (St. Peter St.)
Indianapolis, IN 46227
Foursquare rating: 9.2
Don't miss out on the red curry at Thai Spice. Like its name suggests, they don't skimp out on the heat — so proceed with caution.
805 Morrissey Dr.
Bloomington, IL 61701
Foursquare rating: 9.3
If you order the duck with fried rice, make sure to try the sauce it comes with. The pineapple curry is another must-try, along with the classic pad thai.
1473 S Five Mile Rd.
Boise, ID 83709
Foursquare rating: 8.9
Pad Thai House has been in business and serving delicious food since 2002. Warm up with some pho or try the green curry — both are customer favorites.
1030 Smith St.
Honolulu, HI 96817, United States
Foursquare rating: 8.7
This restaurant recently moved from Haleʻiwa to Honolulu, but brought all the great flavors with it to the new location. Tell the waiter your meat and spice preferences, and get a custom meal.
2225 Cheshire Bridge Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
Foursquare rating: 9.2
Don't miss out on the basil rolls at Little Bangkok. In addition to the Thai menu, the restaurant also offers a Chinese menu.
10022 Cross Creek Blvd. (at Kinnan St.)
Tampa, FL 33647
Foursquare rating: 9.1
The panang curry and Thai iced tea are recommended at this Tampa restaurant. If you're not in the mood for Thai food, sushi is also an option — try the crunch roll.
936 Justison St. (at The Wilmington Shipyard)
Wilmington, DE 19801
Foursquare rating: 7.9
Enjoy views of the Christina River while dining at Ubon Thai Cuisine. The lunch specials are reasonably priced, and some dishes can be made vegetarian or vegan upon request.
95 Railroad Ave. (btwn Doran Ct. & Greenwich Ave.)
Greenwich, CT 06830
Foursquare rating: 9.1
Try the mango curry or the lunch boxes at this Greenwich establishment. If it's cold out and you're searching for a dish to warm you up, the tom yum soup or duck soup will hit the spot.
399 W Littleton Blvd.
Littleton, CO 80120
Foursquare rating: 9.1
You can't go wrong with anything on this menu, according to multiple customers. This spot is a favored Thai restaurant in the Denver community, and the owner makes sure guests are well taken care of.
730 Larkin St. (btwn Ellis & O'Farrell St.)
San Francisco, CA 94109
Foursquare rating: 9.2
From rabbit and venison to alligator and frog, this San Francisco restaurant serves authentic and eclectic cuisine. If you're not feeling too adventurous, the crispy pork belly is a customer favorite.
31 E Center St.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Foursquare rating: 8.9
The spring rolls and curries are among the top favorites at A Taste of Thai. If you like it spicy, ask for your food 'Thai hot' and you won't be disappointed.
1805 E Elliot Rd. (at S McClintock Dr.)
Tempe, AZ 85284
Foursquare rating: 8.5
If you can't decide what to order, Yupha's fried rice, drunken noodles, and pad thai are customer favorites—but only go 'Thai hot' if you're brave. If you're craving something more authentic, opt for the curry with chunks of beef or crispy fried tilapia with Thai chili sauce.
2101 Abbott Rd.
Anchorage, AK 99507
Foursquare rating: 8.2
Boasting a large menu, Lahn Pad Thai serves up fresh Thai cuisine in Anchorage. The staff is accommodating and will help meet your dietary and taste needs.
102 Eble St.
Gadsden, AL 35904
Foursquare rating: 8.9
The drunken noodles are a must at this small, family-owned restaurant. Stop by during the lunch special hours to enjoy authentic cuisine at a reduced price.


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Shopping at Blickling Estate
Take home a memento of your visit to Blickling Estate, the perfect gift, a piece of local art, a good book or a stamp to add to your collection...
Retail therapy
Open daily | 10am - 5.30pm
Whether you're treating yourself or looking for that perfect present, find plenty of tasty treats and unique gifts in our shop any day of the week.
Sample jams and chutneys, taste the famous National Trust biscuit range or browse through our range of confectionery which has something for all tastes.
Second-hand bookshop
Open daily | 10.00am - 5.00pm* (Monday 12 - 5.00pm)
Run by volunteers who are always willing to help and advise, you'll find all sorts of treasures on the shelves in our second-hand bookshop. With a beautiful collection of rare books right through to modern day fiction, and everything else in between, you'll be browsing for hours.
Please note: opening times may vary due to volunteer availability. Please call in advance to avoid disappointment 01263 738075.
Stamp shop
Open Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday | 11am - 3pm
Come and see our incredible collection of stamps from across the world, and help us raise money for our walled garden restoration project. Whether you're a seasoned collector or you're just starting a collection, from pennies to pounds, there's thousands to choose from.
Please note: other times are available via appointment. Opening times may vary due to volunteer availability. Please call in advance to avoid disappointment 01263 738019.
The Loft gallery
Take the stairs between the shop and the restaurant and find some wonderful collections of local arts and crafts. Exhibitions change throughout the year, so there's always something new to see, from handmade cards and gifts, to textiles, sculpture and paintings. Why not have a browse on your next visit?
The Loft Gallery Exhibitions
From acrylics to glass and embroidery to photography, The Loft at Blickling hosts a wide range of exhibitions throughout the year, giving you the perfect opportunity to purchase some local art. Take a look at some of our forthcoming exhibitions...
Plant shop
Open Daily 10am - 4.00pm
Discover beautiful blooms, furniture, accessories and gardening essentials in our plant shop, in the Farmyard area. Find an array of gifts and everything you need to add a touch of colour to your garden this season.


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Develop the strategic digital planning, digital transformation and real-time automation techniques you need to confidently create customer-centric digital marketing campaigns that drive exceptional and dynamically optimised CX. Equivalent to Level 7 qualification.
Want to specialise in B2B? Take a look at our Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Marketing with B2B
Our offices are now temporarily closed, but we've expanded our e-learning and virtual classroom offerings. To hear more about these options, or for questions about rescheduled courses, please email firstname.lastname@example.com and we'll be happy to help.
To discuss your options, please get in touch with one of our learning and development team:
This programme is the equivalent to a level 7 qualification and is made up of 11 modules
Learning objective: To understand the transformative role of digital marketing to organisations and its markets and be able to develop a customer-centric planning framework.
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Delegates are automatically enrolled as IDM members, giving access to events and a free Euromonitor subscription for the latest consumer research (worth £170 pa).
In order to attain the Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Marketing you must successfully pass two assignments and one exam. You will also need to submit a professional practice report.
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POSITION SUMMARY: Systems Consultant, India
Work with India field / inside sales team and technical sales representatives to drive Enterprise business (servers, storage, networking products & solutions) in the allocated business space, removing technical barriers, and providing business solutions. Meet or exceed sales objectives by providing technical sales consulting in opportunities that require a complex solution to an account's computing requirements. Takes a lead role on the technical side of the sale to ensure that the Dell solutions are comprehensive, achieve customer goals, and provide an outstanding customer experience. Work with appropriate customer technical personnel to build relationships at the right levels and ensure Dell sales team understands and meets the customer's on-going Enterprise needs.
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This is all high end victron equipment, offering you the best possible solution for your complete off grid set-up. With a 15Kw Victron inverter, 3 x 100A MPPTs and 1500Ah NiFE Battery bank.
Invented over 100 years ago by Thomas Edison as a non-polluting and non-consumable alternative to Lead Acid Batteries using no heavy metals! Now manufactured once again worldwide after lead acid battery companies closed Edison's Plant in 1972.
We have sourced NiFe at a competative rate at a little over double our cheap lead acid range and similar to our Rolls battery prices. This makes them a very viable option for long term off grid solutions.
You need 10 cells to make up a 12V bank, 20 cells for a 24V bank and 40 cells for a 48V bank
They have low operation cost, low self-discharge, long cycling life and environmental-friendly. They can withstand deep discharge, wide temperature variations, mechanical & electrical abuses and still show excellent and reliable performance over a long period. The operation life of solar Ni-Fe batteries is 30-40 Years, the working temperature range can be -40°C to 60°C, which is also the longest life battery for the PV system.
For more information on the advantages of NiFE batteries please read our info here
Optional Auto Watering System
Optional LED fluid level indicator
These have a long lead time as they are made to order and shipped over to us, please allow 2 months for delivery, but for a battery that will out live any other battery if your deciding to go down this route its definitely worth the wait and this is the reason we can keep the prices low.
305W Jinko Smart Solar Panels with MAXIM Cell Optimisation - Mono Percium - All Black, 1665 X 1002 X 35
JinkoSolar Cheetah series modules are produced in the company's next-gen ultra-smart P5 super factory and represents the most cutting-edge technology in solar module manufacturing. Utilizing an all new wafer and cell design, the Cheetah series has erected a new benchmark for ultra-high performing modules with its industry leading performance in metrics such as, but not limited to, output, limited degradation, shade tolerance, and durability.
Mono Crystalline Cheetah PERC All Black Maxim Power Optimised module.
Output-Voltage Limiting
Integrated Maxim chip is capable of limiting module output Voltage and Current, which makes system design easier
Shade Tolerance
MPPT on individual cell-strings optimizes energy harvest
Built-in Cell Optimizer
No additional electronics or hardware required; allows for simple installation, and works for Off Grid use as well.
A typical solar panel has three cell strings with 20 solar cells in each. If a bird poops on just one of those 20 cells it can knock the entire cell string out of commission until the rain washes it away or someone gives it a clean. This soiling will reduce the panel's output by one-third. Worse, in most solar systems it will reduce the output of every panel it is attached to by one-third as well. But with panel cell string optimization there are built in electronics that will adjust the output of the dirty string so instead of being knocked out it will continue to supply some power. More importantly, it won't result in the performance of other panels being dragged down to its (bird) shitty level.
There are many advantages of using the Jinko MX – Maxim optimised modules compared to standard module, or individual module level optimisers like SolarEdge or Tigo.
The key advantage of the Maxim modules is that each module cell string is optimised so that a partially shaded module will be less impacted than with a module level optimiser, e.g. SolarEdge or Tigo.
This is especially important with multiple rows of modules, e.g. a flat roof mounting system. With conventional modules and a string inverter you can restrict the output from the entire array and even with module level optimisers like the SolarEdge or Tigo an entire row of modules, but with Maxim you typically only restrict one sixth of each module's energy. This enables a greater yield and/or a greater energy density
Another other key benefit of the use of the new Maxim II chip in the Jinko MX modules which have a limited Voc is that it enables strings of about 15% longer to be designed than with similar rated conventional modules. When using Jinko MX modules the Voc is limited to a maximum of 35.0V for 60 cell modules, compared to typically 39V for 60 cell modules, which increase with lowering temperatures. This can significantly reduce the BOS costs and enable larger arrays to be designed with specific inverters.
Use with Tracer MPPT's - for a single panel on a 12V system you can use a 30A MPPT with this panel.
This listing is for 1 panel, simply select how many you need in the quantity. There is NO MINIMIUM Order.
Similar to the MultiPlus, the Quattro is also a combined inverter and charger. Additionally it can accept two AC inputs and automatically connect to the active source. Its many features include a true sine wave inverter, adaptive charging, hybrid PowerAssist technology plus multiple system integration features such as three or split phase operation and parallel operation.
Two AC Inputs & two AC Outputs
The Quattro can be connected to two independent AC sources, for example shore-side power and a generator, or two generators. The Quattro will automatically connect to the active source. The main output has no-break functionality. In the event of a grid failure, or shore or generator power being disconnected, the Quattro takes over the supply to the connected loads. This happens so fast (less than 20 milliseconds) that computers and other electronic equipment will continue to operate without disruption. The second output is live only when AC is available on one of the inputs of the Quattro. Loads that should not discharge the battery, such as air-conditioning or a water heater can be connected to this output.
Unique PowerAssist feature
The Quattro will prevent overload of a limited AC source, such as a generator or shore power connection. First, battery charging will automatically be reduced when otherwise an overload would occur. The second level will boost the output of a generator or shore side supply with power taken from the battery.
Virtually unlimited power thanks to parallel operation
Up to 6 Quattros can operate in parallel to achieve higher power output. Three phase or split phase operation is also possible. Please check our datasheets to see which models have paralleling, three phase and split phase capabilities.
Remote Monitoring and Control
Monitor and control your Quattro and system or systems' locally (LAN) or remotely via the internet from anywhere in the world, using the free VRM app and free VRM portal website. Access can be from a phone, tablet, laptop or PC for multiple operating systems. There is no end to the level of control, via the required Color Control GX or Venus GX, from adjusting your Quattro to setting a Geofence for hire vehicles and more...
MPPT: Ultra Fast Maximum Power Point Tracking
By constantly monitoring the voltage and current output of your solar (PV) panels, MPPT technology ensures that every drop of available power is rinsed out of your panels, and harvested for storage. The advantage of this is most noticeable when the sky is partially clouded, and light intensity is constantly changing.
Remote Monitoring and Control
Remotely control and monitor the extensive features of your SmartSolar MPPT charger with built-in bluetooth by pairing it with your smartphone or other device via VictronConnect. If your installation is connected to the internet Victron Remote Management Portal (VRM) provides access to the full power of your MPPT, anytime, anywhere; both services are free to use. For remote installations - even when there is no internet connection or phone signal nearby - you may be able to monitor your MPPT by bluetooth-pairing with a LoRaWAN(long-range wide area network) device, available optionally.
Optional SmartSolar Control Display
By adding the SmartSolar Control Display you will be able to check the status of your Charger and battery-storage at a glance. Simply plug it into the face of your MPPT charger to provide you with real-time monitoring and set-up capabilities.
VictronConnect lets you get live status information and configure any Victron products which either have Bluetooth built-in, or are connected to a VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart Dongle.
Panel mounted hydraulic-magnetic type circuit breakers that can be used for DC sources, inverters or load circuits.
The Color Control GX (CCGX) provides intuitive control and monitoring for all products connected to it. The list of Victron products that can be connected is endless: Inverters, Multis, Quattros, MPPT 150/70, BMV-700 series, Skylla-i, Lynx Ion and even more.
VRM Online Portal
Besides monitoring and controlling products on the CCGX, the information is also forwarded to our free remote monitoring website: the VRM Online Portal. To get an impression of the VRM Online Portal, visit https://vrm.victronenergy.com, and use the 'Take a look inside' button. The portal is free of charge. See also the kWh dashboard screenshot further down in this datasheet.
FLEXware PV
The OutBack Power FLEXware PV combiner series sets the standard for PV balance-of-system hardware. The FLEXware PV8 and FLEXware PV12 accommodate the overcurrent protection requirements of your application. From 150VDC breakers for low voltage PV systems, to 600VDC fuse holders for high voltage PV systems, the FLEXware PV Combiner series handles it all.
Combiner series is designed to survive outdoor environments. Its rainproof, UL type 3R powder coated aluminum chassis can be mounted on a wall, sloped roof or pole. The unique angled negative terminal bus bar design makes wiring fast and easy without the larger output conductors blocking access to the smaller input terminals. Dual output lug terminals are included for up to 2/0 AWG conductors.
6mm Solar Cable - Price is per meter simply select the quantity as the number of meters you want.
Double Insulated UV protected solar cable
Max load: 50A
Fuse carriers for NH type fuses, suitable for protecting and isolating cables between the battery and inverter. Integrated handle enabling use as an isolator.
2 poles of the 3-pole carrier carrier can be used to fuse and isolate both positive and negative at the same time, all in the same device.
NH2 rated at 440VDC, 400A
35mm Cable - Use for connecting Batteries to Inverter
You will need 2 cables, 1 for Positive and 1 for Negative
If you need a longer cable please let us know.
70mm Cable - Use for connecting Batteries to Inverter M8 - M10 (M8 one end M10 on the other end)
You will need 2 cables, 1 for Positive and 1 for Negative
If you need a longer cable please let us know.
MC4 Solar Connector - Price is per MC4 pair simply select the quantity as the number of MC4 pairs you want.
These are the standard connectors used on most solar panels.
Amphenol Industrial Solar Technologies' H4 PV Connector is one of the premiere solar connectors in the market today.
Rated Currents: 31A (2.5mm2 / 14AWG), 42A (4.0mm2 / 12AWG), 53A (6.0mm2 / 10AWG)
NH2 high capacity fuses suitable for protection of cables from batteries to inverters or charge controllers.
Fuses are rated at 250VDC
Interface MK3-USB
The MK3-USB allows the following products to connect to a computer for configuration and firmware updates:
Multi, MultiGrid, MultiPlus, MultiPlus-II, Quattro, Inverter/Charger settings in ECOmulti, EasySolar, EasyPlus, and Inverters with a VE.Bus communication port.
70mm Cable - Use for connecting Batteries to Inverter
You will need 2 cables, 1 for Positive and 1 for Negative
If you need a longer cable please let us know.
Affordable DC Breaker for 35mm DIN mount. Use with our DIN Rail as an easy and affordable breaker solution.
Current Flows from top to bottom of the breaker:
For charge controller wire top pole to charge controller and bottom pole to battery.
For Inverter wire top pole to battery and bottom pole to inverter.
8 Way unit can hold our Tomzn DC and AC breakers
Unit can hold the following options:
This is an empty unit, you must add the breakers you need to your cart as well, see related items tab above to see the breakers that fit.
Communications cable for use with equiipment that requires ethernet RJ45 cables.


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Ok, I believe that everyone should be allowed to watch whatever the heck they want. But I wanted to share a couple of the channels I have been living for recently. These are all over the place, and some of them are not necessarily for all ages (I'll be sure to let you know which those are). Here are some suggestions that I find hilarious, informative, or just a good time.
Game Grumps
No one is surprised by this. I've been a GG fan for the past 5ish years, and I love them. I think Dan and Arin are some seriously silly boys, who play games relatively well. Sure, Arin is the Video Game Boy who always wins, but he is sometimes so bad at games that I yell at the TV. I understand the way sports fanatics feel now, thanks to Game Grumps. If you're super new to their channel, I recommend checking out their current play through of Twilight Princess. They're also playing Super Mario Maker 2, and booooy is it something else. Game Grumps is a channel that uses language that may not be for everyone.
Super Mega
Oh wow, another Lets Play channel! These boyos used to work for the Game Grumps, as editors. That is how I found out about them. They are insane; I don't really have anything to say about them other than that. Three of my favorite videos are their Shinjuku videos, this Kangaroo Jack reaction video, and the current playthrough of Spongebob. They are some mid-twenty boys who I love to escape through. They definitely use R-Rated language, so be aware of that.
This girl, oh my goodness. Tiffany Ferg is a channel that I found recently, and she has a series called Internet Analysis. In it, she talks about all sorts of internet things and how they're kind of messed up. She's incredibly smart, and her videos are a phenomenal thing to watch. I also find it easy to listen to her thoughts while I'm working. I don't notice any language, at least not excessively.
Sierra Schultzie
Another great gal that I've been watching is Sierra Schultz. She is a midsize fashion youtuber, and she's lovely. I really appreciate that she is open about her size through try-ons and real reviews. One of my absolute favorite videos she has done is this one, where she recreates celebrity photos. She is a youtuber that you can watch anywhere, because she doesn't swear!
Lucy Jane Wood
Here's yet another phenomenal youtuber. LJW is a lovely lady from the UK who does clothing try-ons, beauty reviews, and all sorts of chit chats. I think she's kind of like a big sister, even though I'm pretty sure she's the same age as I am. I feel good listening to her, and that's what matters. Her videos don't have language issues!
Carrie Dayton
Can't stop with these mid size women being incredible! Carrie Dayton is another lady type who does try-ons. One of the things she does that I absolutely love is bringing her camera into the dressing room with her, to try on different sizes in different stores. I think it can be really uncomfortable to try on clothing in a new store, but Dayton reminds us that it's tough for everyone and the number on your pants doesn't define you. I just love her, and her language is not an issue.
Try Guys
We've got some more good boyos! The Try Guys are a crew that used to be on Buzzfeed, but grew enough to create their own channel. They've blown me out of the water with the content that they've created. It ranges from fun to serious and I think that's an important thing. My favorite of their videos is probably this sandwich art candid competition! These dudes have language that's good for all ages, as well (maybe err on the side of PG-13, to be extra safe).
Simply Nailogical
Like nail art tutorials? Too bad! You won't be getting those here, but Cristine will be happy to dole out life advice (as Simply Momlogical), make fun of Troom Troom, or take a bath in her favorite beverage. She's rad, funny, and incredibly real. Plus, she really believes that a higher education is important! I highly recommend her, and would rate her language at a PG-13.
Safiya Nygaard
Hello my goth, bat queen. I love Safiya and all of her content. She provides some fun and killer content, without getting too heavy on the language. Recently she worked with ColourPop to release a line of lipsticks! I have so many proud mama feelings for someone I've never met.
Ok, I love Rhett and Link a whole bunch, but hear me out on this; Mythical Chef Josh is incredible. He is hilarious, an amazing chef, and it doesn't hurt that he's incredibly good looking. What's not to love (other than the disgusting foods he has people eat).
I hope y'all are having a nice and chill Sunday, where you can watch some of these lovely youtubers. They're all over the place, so I'm sure someone will strike your fancy!


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French Women of Letters and English Women of Letters
This chapter explores French Women of Letters and English Women of Letters, two companion volumes that are considered as Kavanagh's indication of the progress and achievements in women's writing during the past two centuries. The first half of the chapter focuses on French Women of Letters, which features women who Kavanagh considered significant either for their virtue or for their prominence, including Madame Roland, Madame du Barry and Madame de Maintenon. It notes that Kavanagh believed that each of these women, in her own way, typified the presence of women in either the aristocratic or revolutionary France of the eighteenth century. The second and final half of the chapter features English Women of Letters, in which Kavanagh writes about women who have their original style.
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What is state-backed indemnity?
From 1 April 2019, GPs, including locums, and practice staff in England are now covered by a state-backed indemnity scheme, which is called the Clinical Negligence Scheme for General Practice (CNSGP). GPs and staff in Wales are covered by the Scheme for General Medical Practice Indemnity (GMPI), which also began on 1 April.
In Scotland, indemnity costs are traditionally lower and therefore there is no state indemnity scheme. GPs will still rely on being members of medical defence organisations (MDOs) for all indemnity cover. This also remains the case in Northern Ireland.
How will the scheme work?
The new Clinical Negligence Scheme for General Practice in England is run by NHS Resolution, while the Welsh GMPI scheme is run by NHS Shared Services Partnership – Legal and Risk Services. Both organisations are currently responsible for clinical negligence indemnity for secondary care.
In England, all NHS GPs and those working in general practice or out-of-hours are automatically covered by the scheme, including locum and salaried GPs, prison GPs, nurses and other health professionals. There are no formal registration requirements for staff to be covered.
GPs will also be covered for any public health work they do under arrangements with local authorities, NHS England, a CCG or an NHS trust, including sexual health services, health visiting, NHS Health Checks and dealing with public health emergencies.
The Welsh scheme is similar, but with one key difference. Last month the Welsh government announced it was introducing a new 'all Wales locum register' in an attempt to help the government better understand the locum workforce. In order for locums in Wales to be covered by the GMPI scheme they will have to sign up to the register.
What does the scheme cover?
The schemes in England and Wales cover claims for compensation arising from the care, diagnosis and treatment of a patient in the NHS relating to incidents which happen on or after 1 April 2019. The government in England intends to establish an existing liabilities scheme to cover historic claims but it is for the MDOs to decide whether they take part in this (see below).
Claims for incidents before 1 April will, at present, be covered by GPs' previous indemnity provider. If there is a series of events that straddle both periods, the new scheme will only cover the element relating to post 1 April.
Like the cover GPs and practices have been purchasing from medical defence organisations all benefits under the schemes are discretionary. There is no limit of indemnity under the CNSGP and no excess.
However NHS Resolution will have discretion over which cases it will pay out for and which it will defend. It will not pay out for a claim if the GP wants to settle but the scheme recommends defending. In addition, if a GP wants to defend but the scheme recommends the claim is settled, it will only pay out the amount it initially recommended as settlement if the GP pursues their defence.
The Welsh scheme has said that cover will only be refused in rare situations. These might include a significant history of a practice failing to learn lessons from previous incidents, complaints or claims, if a GP has been involved in a significant costly previous claim and an unacceptably long period of delay in notifying Legal and Risk Services about the claim that could affect its ability to manage the claim effectively.
What won't be covered by the scheme?
GPs will need to have additional indemnity for any non-NHS work they undertake, which would include work in the practice such as signing letters, writing reports or any task for which the practice receives a separate private fee.
The state schemes only cover clinical negligence claims, so GPs will also need to retain membership of an MDO to ensure they have legal representation and support in case of any GMC fitness-to-practise hearings, performers' list investigations and criminal investigations.
Likewise many GPs and practice managers make use of their MDO's helpline to obtain advice on specific medicolegal issues or for help resolving patient complaints - this is not part of the state schemes so GPs would still need membership of an MDO for this service.
GP partners will also need to consider the indemnity arrangements for their staff. For example, the practice may currently pay for indemnity for nurse practitioners or practice nurses. The state schemes will also only cover nurses for clinical negligence claims relating to NHS work and they will also need extra indemnity for any private work, for example travel vaccinations for which the practice charges a fee, and representation at NMC fitness-to-practise hearings and any other investigations.
Do the schemes cover historic liabilities?
An existing liabilities scheme that will cover cases that were ongoing when the scheme started, and those that come to light later but relate to incidents that happened before the scheme started, is due to be established shortly in England. Discussions with the Welsh government about existing liabilities are still ongoing.
Under the arrangements in England the government has agreed terms with the MPS to take on its historic claims, but it is still in discussions with the other two MDOs.
The MPS has said it is working 'hard to finalise the details of the new arrangements' and to ensure a smooth transition it will continue to manage existing claims for the next two years. MPS chief executive Simon Kayll said the move was a 'really positive outcome as all these claims – however much they settle for or however long in to the future they settle - will now be the responsibility of government'.
The MDDUS said it was still in discussions about whether to join the existing liability scheme. MDDUS CEO Chris Kenny said: 'We cannot speculate about the outcome at the moment, but we will not see our current and potential members sold short financially or personally.' He added that regardless of the outcome MDDUS members would have lifetime acces to unlimited indemnity for events prior to 1 April.
However, the MDU said that the government had 'failed in its promise to put in place a realistic solution' for existing liabilities.
Following the government's announcement of the state-backed scheme in 2017, the MDU launched a 'transitional benefits' package that cut GP indemnity costs. This involved GPs switching to a 'claims-made' indemnity model rather than the 'occurrence-based' system traditionally offered by defence organisations, meaning GPs are covered only during the period the policy is active.
Until the MDU can agree terms with the government about covering its historic liabilities, any MDU members on the transitional benefits scheme will have to pay for extra 'run-off' cover if they leave the organisation. The MDU has previously said this will only apply for a maximum of seven years, and cost no more in total than standard indemnity cover would have cost for the period the GP was on transitional benefits. GPs who remain members of the MDU until the normal retirement age of their NHS pension scheme will not need to purchase run-off cover.
Reporting a claim
As is the case now, GPs in England are encouraged to contact NHS Resolution or their indemnity provider as soon as possible after receiving a letter of notification or letter of claim.
In England, GPs and practices are also advised to contact NHS Resolution in the following situations:
- If they have been involved in a notifiable patient safety incident which has or may have resulted in severe harm irrespective of whether a claim has been made.
- If they receive a request for disclosure of patient records or some other indication that a claim is being considered.
- If they receive any communication from the health ombudsman (in this case GPs should also contact their MDO)
- Any response to a complaint they are making which amounts to an admission of breach of duty. However NHS Resolution said this should not stand in the way of the need to be open and transparent with the patient at the time.
- If they intend to offer compensation or redress.
- If there is any adverse issue that has the potential to involve a group action by a number of patients.
- Once a claim has been reported NHS Resolution will contact GPs by email or telephone within 72 hours to confirm if it is covered by the scheme and allocated a dedicated claims manager.
In Wales, GPs should contact Legal and Risk Services in the event of an actual or possible claim, or when a patient has been harmed and before issuing any complaint response letter which could 'reasonably be interpreted as making an admission of liability'.
If a claim arises it will be entered into a triage system with a claims handler and GPs will be informed as to whether or not they are covered by the scheme, or if it is a matter that should be taken up with their MDO. There is a useful document that sets out a number of scenarios and how quickly GPs should contact the GMPI scheme here.
How much will GPs save?
Under the 2019/20 GP contract the scheme in England has been funded by a one-off permanent adjustment to the global sum. However, as a result of other investment under the contract, core funding will rise by 1.4% in 2019/20, even when taking account of the indemnity adjustment.
GPs could see their individual costs for indemnity cover fall by 80-90% early indications suggest.
The MDDUS has said that fees will range from £472 to £900 a year and will reflect individual circumstances.