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Admission to The Ohio State University does not guarantee acceptance to any of the undergraduate major programs in design. Students who are admitted to the university expressing an interest in one of our three undergraduate programs directly enroll into the College of Arts and Sciences with an area of interest in their respective design discipline declared. To be considered for selection to our Design Foundations program, a student must be eligible for Columbus Campus coursework for the Autumn semester they will be starting into the Design Foundations program. Additional information about Columbus Campus Admissions can be found on the Univeristy Admissions site, Who Get's In?
Acceptance to our three undergraduate programs then occurs via a two-part process, which begins with selection to the Design Foundations major, and ends with an annual entrance review that occurs at the close of Spring semester.
Please be aware that the acceptance process for the design undergraduate major programs is highly-competitive, as the number of applications received far exceeds the number of students that can be admitted. As well, a student must be declared as a Design Foundations major to be eligible for consideration for acceptance to any design undergraduate major program.
Step One: Selection to Design Foundations
The Department of Design selects a very limited number of Design Foundations major students to go through its first-year Design Foundations course sequence on an annual basis. The primary criteria for selection for the first-year foundation course sequence are the completion of the applicant's high school college preparatory program, performance in that program as indicated by class rank and/or grade-point average, and performance on either the ACT or SAT.
On average, there are about 150 students interested in one of our three undergraduate degree programs. They are competing for 80 spots in our Design Foundations first-year Design Foundations course sequence.
Prospective students are notified during the month of May regarding their Design Foundations selection status.
Step Two: Acceptance to a Design Major Program
The annual entrance review process occurs at the close of each Spring semester. Those students previously selected for the first-year foundation course sequence submit project outcomes from the Design Foundations first-year Design Foundations course sequence, along with other materials specified by the Department. This is the competitive portfolio review. After these materials are reviewed by design faculty, no more than 54 students — 18 per major — will be offered acceptance to one of the three undergraduate major programs.
The competitive portfolio review happens during week 14 of Spring Semester and students are notified before the end of finals week regarding their major program admissions status.
Rationale for a Selective Acceptance Process
All highly-ranked US design programs limit the number of students who enter their programs. This practice keeps class sizes small, and guarantees placement in all required major program courses. Some schools handle the need to limit the number of major students in different ways. They may accept freshmen students directly into design programs, but will then eliminate extra students through excessively rigorous coursework.
We don't agree with this approach, as students eventually not accepted to these programs often end up with wasted course credits, poor grades, and low spirits. We are committed to the success of our students and have structured our major programs accordingly. The standard for entrance to our major programs may be very high, but the students who are accepted typically perform at very high levels, and go on to productive and successful careers in the profession.
General Qualifications for Acceptance to a Design Major Program
Since admission to all design major programs is highly selective, applicants are advised that maintaining a 2.25 cumulative point-hour ratio (CPHR) is a minimum level for acceptance, and that students qualifying for the program will be selected on the basis of highest qualifications in CPHR, assessment of quality in the portfolio, and assessment of overall aptitude for studies in the design program.
Students Not Accepted to a Design Major Program
Those students not accepted to one of the major programs via the portfolio review process at the close of each Spring semester, but successfully completed the 18 hours of Design Foundations coursework, will have completed a specific version of the Design Minor, and will be able to pursue another major in the university.


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Firstly I would like to say happy new year and welcome to my first review of 2015.
This review in particular I've been looking forward to writing as its one I think changes the DECT headset market.
As you will be aware I've reviewed other DECT headsets in the past including Sennheiser's other offering the DW Office so when I got the D10 I did think why would Sennheiser bring another variant of the same type of device into the product line? Well be assured this isn't another skew on the DW Office and is in fact a unique device in its own right.
With all my reviews, my first point of call is 'what is it to be benchmarked against'. To do this I looked at the headset features then tried matched them against the competitor's offerings. Well this in itself became a small challenge as Logitech has the H8020 DECT headset which almost fits the bill. Plantronics doesn't really have any desk type (Stand Based) DECT headset with the Savi Range being the closest solution. Then lastly Jabra was the nearest match with the Pro9xxx range of DECT headset but this is twice as expensive to buy. This got me thinking, has Sennheiser 'backed' the wrong horse in this race or was the other vendors behind the curve.
Well let's see.
Like other reviews I continue to bleat on about how none scientific approach to testing I do. (no I don't have a sound booth, nor a room with formed triangles stuck to the walls). Instead my testing is one which a normal user would have at there disposal. eyes and ears.
As usual I have split the review into the segments of benchmarking below, but for 2015 there is a new benchmarking test called 'what lies within'.
– Audio Quality (Lync Audio Calls)
– Features
– DECT Range
– Battery Life and charging time
– What lies within
– Price point and availability
Firstly lets start off with the Audio Quality.
As with what now is tradition with Sennheiser's products both in the UC and Consumer markets, the Audio quality is exceptional with crystal clear HD sound for both inbound <listening> outbound <speaking>. What was interesting is the sound was that good on one call I could hear the callee breathing into their headset (it was another manufacturer headset which I wont comment on ) AND they said they wasn't wearing it to close to their face/mouth.
With the sound quality so good, it got me thinking, could I think of another headset which has better sound quality? Actually I can't as the Senneheiser D10 is up there with the best in class.
SlimLine Design
The D10 come with a sleek slim desktop charging stand which clip two parts together to my a kind of X shape bracket angle. The main part of the based unit is formed of black matt polyurethane, and the bracket arm is a block of milled aluminum. The base unit with the headset on stand takes up very little desk real estate and looks smart and welcoming.
USB Charging
Having only USB charging is one of the differentiators between this and the Jabra 9xxx series as the Jarba DECT headset does require an external power source to charge the headset meaning another plug socket as well as a USB connection is needed. More on the charging time further down within my review.
Audible Ring sound from the Base unit
FINALLY, I thought we were never going to see a DECT headset with a base unit ring alert option made again. As a consultant this is one of the biggest bugbears of end users; not being able to hear the phone ringing. If this was manufactured 12 months ago, I could have literally sold 2500 of these to two customers. In the end they had to go with the Busylight options, which they still think, isn't ideal.
Multi Pairing option or (supervisor silent listening)
Like the DW office the D10 has the capability to allow upto 3 people to bridge into the call via the base unit. Again this is another perk of the Sennheiser range and one I know is a benefit within contact centre scenarios.
DECT Range
The DECT range is excellent on these D10, with literally one of my customers walking down a floor and walking 100 metres from his desk and the call was still current and connected. Very impressive
Battery Life and charging time
12 hours of talk time from a full charge AND without the requirement for socket power charging as all the charging is done via the USB connection.
A power boost change 20mins gives the headset 3 hours of talk time in my test.
Lastly a feature that Sennheiser calls Activegard? I had to look this up as it's something new to me in the headset world. In short it means it protects the user from someone screaming/shouting or some other instant loud noise being sent down the headset. In truth this is something which I haven't experienced as an issue before so I can really comment on if the headset does what it says.
What Lies Within
So to put a bit of meat around this new 2015 feature is to take apart the device to see how they have been manufactured. The reason for doing this is its ok on day one when you the customer receives your nice new shiny headset, but what is the affect 3 months down the road of daily use if the devices is poorly assembled at manufacturing. Its worth noting i will not embarrass manufactures with pictures (and believe me i could on many devices) on the innards of the device, but i will be clear on if i think the device will stand the test of time.
So how does this compare when i looked within the D10. Im pleased to say this device is built to last. 🙂
Price point and availability
RRP on one of these devices is £179.99, however you can get these for around £135.00 through distribution.
The D10 is available now for selection and purchasing
Link http://en-uk.sennheiser.com/d10
Whats in the Box
Base station
USB cable
Headband (detachable)
1 bendable ear hook (mounted on headset)
Printed Quick Guide
Printed Safety Guide
My own internal questions and thoughts
Could Sennheiser make or made this device any better?
I don't actually think they could have made this much better as it's one of the best devices for both build quality, sound, features and price I've ever used and tested. I can see this being one of the main product lines for Sennheiser in 2015.
With my arm forced up my back (military style), my only enhancement which is not unique to the D10 or Sennheiser, but one of a general observation, is the fact we are coming into a stage in the headset cycle where these endpoints have to be diversely mobile. What I mean by this is we as users want the beauty of being able to roam to the far flung corners of the office while still connect via DECT to the call. Yet in the same breath, we also want the flexibility that we can if we want to walk with our laptop in hand and the device is clever enough to realise this a switch to using Bluetooth seamlessly instead OR if we was on a call at our desk have the ability to flip to the Bluetooth option and which was paired with our Mobile/Cell phone and for the call continue without a blip. OR another scenario would be if we was on a DECT call and we drifted out of range of the base station, the headset device was clever and it automatically transferred the call to you Mobile/Cell (again which was Bluetooth'd to the headset). ?not wanting much am i.
What is the market place and which type of customer would this device be suited for?
I personally wouldn't ring fence this to a certain user group as I don't see more of a benefit over another group or personnel department. That said in many call centre and administration type roles I can see this being a perfect winner. For example, how many times do you get a call via lync when you are writing or not paying attention and the computer your using doesn't have a 'ringer' in the PC (now 99% of new desktops don't have a internal sound/speaker)? Well with the D10 them days are gone as the base ringer now alerts you to the call. OR the base unit LED lighting provides awareness to the ringing call.
Would I recommend it to customers?
So were does that leave me with the D10? It's fair to say this device now honors the primary place on my working office desk and now the go to device of choice. The DW Office has now been retired to my homelab.
In terms of 'lync star' rating, what does this device deserve and why? For the features, sound and price point and market awareness, it s with pleasure and for the first every headset review I would like to award the Sennheiser D10 the full 5 stars.
Simply put this is an excellent device and one I would highly recommend. Remaining vendors you are playing catch up.

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Our Stag silhouette was originally hand cut from card stock before being translated to print.
Each print measures 8" x 10" and is hand-printed with reclaim ink on heavy cardstock paper. Comes in a protective biodegradable sleeve with heavy backing board. This item is Handmade; please allow for slight variations from photos.
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Recently, we have heard some genuinely amazing statements from TB Joshua supporters. In an exchange in the comments section of this post , regular commenter Ian asked another regular commenter Soe a simple question:
Are you saying that the bible is still being written?
Soe, a committed disciple of TB Joshua, responded with a direct and astonishing answer:
May I ask, who told you that the writing of the bible has stopped?
And who is the person who continued to add to the bible? Why, TB Joshua, of course. Soe continued:
… Don't be surprised, your great grand children will quote the words of TB Joshua in the same way you quote those of apostle Paul today…
I assure you, that the value of TB Joshua today (however great you think it is now) is nothing compared to what it will be in generations to come, – But this time, the generations yet unborn won't just have texts and writings, but also video clips of high digital quality. (The major reason for the heavy recording and archiving of the happenings in Scoan).
Soe believes that through TB Joshua, a third testament of scripture is in production, but this one will be released on DVD. This view is far outside the bounds of anything that can be described as Christianity. It supports our belief that SCOAN is a cult which has more in common with Scientology or the Family International than any Christian church.
Can the gift of prophecy produces words equal to scripture?
What is the justification for this claim? It is based on the belief that the words of modern day prophets are infallible. This flawed argument can be summarized like this:
-Scripture is God's word, and God's word is true and infallible.
-Prophecy is when people speak God's word, so prophecy is God's word, and therefore infallible.
-Prophecy = Scripture.
This belief clearly goes against biblical teaching, and for this reason it would be rejected by all existing forms of Christianity, including charismatic and pentecostal churches who accept the idea of modern day prophets. 1 Thess 5:20-21 tells us that while we are not to despise prophecy, we should test everything, holding onto the good. The words of a self-proclaimed prophet cannot be accepted as God's words just because he says they are. Read this blog post for a good summary of "what the gift of prophecy is not." .
Is this what other SCOANites believe? Or is Soe a lone fanatic?
Another SCOAN supporter, John, has stated that TB Joshua's words are not equal to scripture. So how do we know that Soe's beliefs are common among TB Joshua's followers?
Soe is clearly a SCOAN disciple. Although he denies it on one thread, he later admits it when he refers to ex-disciple Giles as a 'sibling disciple'. An obvious difference between Soe and other SCOANite commenters such as 'Radicalised', 'John' and 'Jerry', is that while the others are very selective in what they write and rarely engage in dialogue, Soe is a talker. He never hesitates to speak his mind or jump into a debate.
Unpeeling the SCOAN onion
Soe's words may reveal a teaching that usually only committed disciples are exposed to. Many cults have what is known as an 'onion skin' structure (Scientology is an example of this). In other words, to the general public, the organization shows a harmless and positive face. This is the outer layer of the onion. The deeper you get involved in the cult, the more you are exposed to unusual and damaging teaching. But by this time, many things make it difficult to challenge this teaching. As commenter Hattie put it:
The deeper within SCOAN you get, the more there is to lose as you will have given up your time, money, your family and loved ones and your very life to supporting it and so it is even harder to acknowledge the truth and deception. At this stage it is very hard to even consider it might be a lie and it is easier to carry on believing…that in itself is lie.
The SCOAN onion looks something like this:
-Outer layer: The viewers of Emmanuel TV and people who come to services for prayer.
-Second layer: Financial supporters of SCOAN and tithing regular church members.
-Third layer: Disciples who live (at least part of the time) in the SCOAN complex in Lagos, 'Wise Men', 'junior prophets'
-Final Layer: TB Joshua's closest circle of advisors.
We know from ex-disciple Graham, who spent four years as a disciple, that TB Joshua's inner circle speak Yoruba, TB Joshua's tribal language. So the final layer of the SCOAN onion even have their own language that even committed disciples and 'wise men' don't understand.
This onion structure is a clear danger sign, designed to hide the truth. We believe that what Soe has said in his comments does represent the teachings of SCOAN, but they are not teachings you would usually be exposed to until you are several layers deep. Those SCOAN supporters who have given a different view may not be in deep enough to have been indoctrinated to the same extent as Soe. Or they may be sensible enough to keep their mouths shut about these extreme beliefs (much like the disciples who advised Giles not to call TB Joshua 'Daddy' in front of non-SCOANites).
As outsiders we can never know for certain what is said within SCOAN disciple meetings or in TB Joshua's inner circle. But we'd be interested to hear from you if you are a current or former supporter of SCOAN. Is Soe's claim just the strange fantasy of a deceived individual? Or is it a widely held belief? Unless his views are clearly and strongly condemned by other disciples, it will be very clear that this is standard SCOAN teaching in the inner layers of the onion.


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OHHH BOY!!!! It's been a while since I made a construction post, and since Scott is out of town with the camera I can't post recent trailer pictures just yet. Maybe there has not been much building going on these past months, but there has been a lot of planning and a whole lot else!
From June to August Julian was here in Georgia. We did many many things:
Motor-cycle riding,
went to the Salvador Dali exhibit,
he and Scott went to the aquarium
the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial,
and Six Flags theme park, we watched the entire series of TWIN PEAKS!!!, and we went hunting for the giant mutant crickets that live in the historic neighborhood of town. They were an freak entomology project gone wacky from years past, let loose in the "wild" and still thriving today. We caught one, named it Henry, and brought it home for a few days.
I quit my Waffle House job to go back to sewing full time, and I started a new blog about my work, and also selling on eBay, search EGRETION. I sold three pop-up books to a collector in Ohio, and with part of that money we bought more steel to build the bedroom!
I went to pick it up two days ago, and have been out on the site building the knee walls and bedroom floor platform, singing Lady Gaga songs and taking dance breaks. Her music isn't all that much to write about, but it's so catchy, and the basic idea of it is only 12 seconds long, so singing it over and over again makes you feel like you have only been working for about... 12 seconds.. and look how much I got done!!! Her style can be so barely nude, and it's been so hot I have been working al fresco... it seems fitting... no pun intended;-)
The main walls are much more stable now, and tomorrow I am going to incorporate that flexible c-track into the bathroom walls, and then start building the bay window exterior walls at the very back of the trailer. Scott bought the clear-story awning windows and the bay casement windows, a special order from Lowe's... a weird size: 17.5" x 36". Once I finish these interior walls it will be time to build the infamous off-set scissors trusses and gang them together!!! I will post pictures tomorrow!


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Essel Infraprojects Commissions 50 MW Solar Power Project In Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh
Essel Infraprojects Limited (EIL) an enterprise of Dr. Subash Chandra led Essel Group successfully commissioned the 50 MW Solar Power Project in Uttar Pradesh. The plant at Jalaun in Uttar Pradesh was inaugurated by the Honourable chief minister Mr. Akhilesh Yadav under the Uttar Pradesh Solar Power Policy 2013 to enhance the renewable energy efforts in the state.
The Solar Power Project is built with the state-of-the-art technology located in 250 acres of land at Kuhana and Shajahanpur villages in Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh signed under UP Solar Power Policy in December 2013 for 25 years. The solar plant is expected to generate 85 million units per year and connected to 132 KV Sarsela-Kalpi substations.
Ashok Agarwal, CEO & Whole Time Director, Essel Infraprojects, said, "Essel Infra's is pleased to associate with the Government of Uttar Pradesh in setting up the state-of-the-art 450 crores solar power project in Uttar Pradesh which will play an pivotal role in reducing the carbon footprints (CO2 level) by 45000 tonnes and will help to light 25000 houses in the state. Taking the lead, Essel Group intends to facilitate India's green energy requirement by delivering sustainable energy and creating value to empower people, communities and businesses. For Essel Group, this is a step forward towards developing eco-friendly energy sources, underlining its commitment towards the State Government's initiative under Uttar Pradesh Solar Power Policy 2013-levelized power tariff scheme.
Essel Infraprojects Limited (EIL) is Essel group's flagship infrastructural company with verticals like Core Infra, Green and Integrated Utilities. EIL under its green vertical has commissioned solar projects at Osmanabad (Maharashtra) and Bijapur (Karnataka), Essel has emerged as major player in solar power generation with upcoming solar project in Tamil Nadu. Further, company has also been awarded solar PV project at Mansa (Punjab).
Essel Group, India's leading business conglomerate has collaborated with Golden Concord Holdings Ltd. to formed a Consortium to invest 2 billion USD in creating 5 GW of Solar Power Module Manufacturing
Capacity by 2020 in Andhra Pradesh. The group has fully integrated the Solar Park in collaboration with the Government of Rajasthan to develop Solar Park at Bikaner and Jaisalmer with the total investment of INR. 4,000 crore. The group has shown keen interest in developing major infrastructural projects in the state of Rajasthan for verticals like Roads and Waste to Energy.


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Kratom a natural herbal medicine which is in the news for many years. The news does not only cover the positive sides of the medicine, but also covers the negatives sides of it. In spite of having the negative news, the demand for this medicine has never gone low. The reason behind this popularity is, you will see the negative signs only when you are not using the medicine in the right way. There are just two possible side effects of the medicine like Nausea and drowsiness. These are somethings which does not remain in your body for a longer time. So, the effect of side effects is not to high.
When this herbal product Kratom is so effective on your body and helps in treating so many health issues, then it is very important for you to choose the right place to buy Kratom. Before you go ahead and choose the right shop or place for buying Kratom, it is very important for you to have a look at the available options where you can look for Kratom.
Head Shops
Head shops are a place where you can go and have a look at the available forms and types of Kratom. You will have everything displayed in the shop for you to have a look and then choose the one that best suits your requirement. Head shop is the best choice because you can check everything about the product and then make a decision about which one to buy.
Legal Websites
Legal websites or online drug stores are also a good option to buy Kratom. When you are no having time to go out and search for a reliable store that sells Kratom, then this is definitely the best option. You can check all the details about the Kratom before you place your order and then buy it. The medicine would be delivered to your doorsteps and that is the best part of buying any medicine in the online drug stores.
Ethnobotanical stores or websites
The Ethno stores are the best option because these stores sell only the herbal product and medicines. You will not have any problem in checking of the herbal products or you will not have any doubt whether the herbal products are available or not. All you will need to do is just search for the right Kratom that you are looking for and then place your order.
Exclusive Kratom stores
Whether online stores or your local stores, there are many stores that sell just the Kratom. They have different forms and extracts of Kratom and also of different types. This kind of stores have the highest quality products and also you will have more options to choose from. It is not really difficult to find an exclusive Kratom store with the growing demand for this magical herbal product.
So, there are so many options available and now its your turn to choose the one that suits your requirement.


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Faculty of Management and Law, University of Limpopo, South Africa
Received Date: Jul 06, 2018; Accepted Date: Jul 09, 2018; Published Date: Jul 17, 2018
Citation: Odeku Kola O. Accentuating English Language as the Sole Medium of Pedagogy in South Africa: Issues and Perspectives. Global Media Journal 2018, 16:31.
Copyright: © 2018 Odeku Kola O. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.
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South Africa is a multilingual country where eleven official languages are constitutionally entrenched and guaranteed. These languages have equal footing in all activities, including as a medium of teaching and learning at schools. This is the reality and the owners of these languages are very cautious of them and as such guide them jealously. This article argues that while it is constitutionally expedient to recognize and protect the eleven official languages, especially the indigenous ones, all of them cannot be used at the same time as medium of teaching and learning. Against this backdrop, this article emphasis that English, which is one of the official languages recognized in the South African Constitution and at the same time widely understood by other groups and worldwide should be singled out and be adopted as the medium of instruction and education in all schools.
Language of instruction; Pedagogy; Education; Competency; Learners
One of the important tools being used to teach, facilitate and deliver quality education to learners is an acceptable language of instruction and education. Against this backdrop, the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 recognizes the right to languages as the key to achieve this and as such, this right is contained in the Bill of Rights in the Constitution and for this reason, it is a fundamental human right which must be protected, realized, fulfilled and enjoyed [1]. Section 2(2) of the Constitution confirmed the inherent nature of this right and provides that "everyone has the right to receive education in the official language of their choice."
However, the issues surrounding language for pedagogy have constantly generating fierce debates in South Africa postapartheid era where the Constitution has enshrined and recognized eleven languages as official languages [2]. It is worthy to point out that during the colonial and apartheid periods, both Afrikaans and English were considered as official 'languages', while other indigenous South African languages were considered as 'mother-tongues' or 'vernaculars and as such they were considered intolerable for facilitating teaching and learning in any educational institutions [3]. Then, colonial and apartheid languages were used as toll of discrimination and segregation to deny indigenous South Africans from accessing education and this was successfully accomplished using the conquers policies of compelling the use of their own languages for all official dealings including teaching and learning [4]. The introduction of constitutional dispensation in 1994 followed by the enactment of the Constitution in 1996 brought a new hope in the horizon in South Africa because all citizens enjoy equal rights and protection. While these constitutional emancipation and liberation are commendable, the fact still remains that, there are still some contestations on what language would be more effective to deliver teaching and learning out of all the constitutionally guaranteed eleven official languages. Interestingly, post-apartheid black South African political and educational elites are now clamoring for decolonization of education and the language of instruction for education by advocating and vehemently arguing that the language of instructions at schools should be the mothertongues [3]. This agitation is intended "to decolonize all areas of the colonial matrix of power to release the fullness of human relations" [3]. It is the candid opinion of the author that this uncontrolled agitation might result to narrowing the scope of South African students by limiting their relevance internationally and make them stay in their cocoon instead of taking the opportunity English language presents considered to be global language for effective pedagogic instruction in subjects like science, mathematics, technology, astronomic and so on.
This article accentuates that to use the eleven official languages as languages of teaching and learning at all educational institutions is a recipe for failure and disaster. Therefore, there is need to take a sustainable stand whereby English language is adopted as the language of instruction and education in South Africa [5]. However, this does not translate to or mean that other constitutionally recognized languages should be discarded. This seminal article still advocate that they should continue to enjoy the status and rights accorded them in the Constitution to the extent of using them for communication and all other activities but when it comes to teaching and learning, concerted effort should be made to adopt and use English language. This article also shows that considering the universal usage of English language, it will be of immense benefit to South Africa to adopt English as the language of instruction, teaching and learning [6].
Colonial and apartheid regimes deliberately deployed and used their own languages as basis for classifying and dividing South Africans, particularly the black Africans majority [7]. As such, in order to continue to perpetrate their strong hold on the conquered black South Africans and deny them access to quality education, segregation and discrimination were strongly entrenched in most of their education policies [8]. During these eras, Afrikaans and English were defined as 'languages', while indigenous African languages were viewed as 'mother-tongues' or 'vernaculars.' [7]. Indigenous languages were viewed in derogatory terms and looked down upon by the apartheid regime as languages not fit for use for medium of conducting national and reasonable businesses [5]. It is pertinent to point out that this article does not intend to portray English and Afrikaans languages as bad languages but entrenching them on the indigenous population without seeking their views or consents by the colonial conquerors was considered to be the problem and the main concern. That is the reason why till today, black Africans still view these languages as languages of conquerors and oppressors brought by the white invaders and settlers. Whereas, the indigenous languages originated within the country and are often the primary languages of the indigenous people, homelands and their communities [9]. Mother-tongue is referred to as one's primary best spoken language [10]. It is considered a source of pride to those who use their mother tongues to communicate, but in South Africa, the concept of mother tongue is stigmatized because the apartheid government derogated it with disdain. For instance, in the educational space during the apartheid era, any medium of pedagogy other than Afrikaans was classified as mother tongue education amongst the users. This was done deliberately to entrench and deepen segregation and as such a perfect strategy for dividing the indigenous people and their communities [11].
On the other hand, the global spread of English language as a lingua franca is gaining acceptance on a massive scale and being used by many countries to communicate as a first language and also to conduct teaching and learning [12]. In the words of Jenkins and Leung "speakers of English as a lingua franca represent the largest contemporary group of English users around the world." Nowadays, it is used in international communication across communities' language boundaries. For instance, in the United Nations gatherings, English is used as medium of communication, even though the members came from different cultural and language backgrounds. Consequently, because of its universal acceptance, this article suggests that English should be the lingua franca in South Africa and prioritized as a language of pedagogy in schools. Other ten languages can and should also be used when appropriate, but when it comes to conducting pedagogy for all, English should be preferred and used [12].
Undoubtedly, one of the dominant and pervasive problems facing most of the previously colonized African countries is language and its inherent complications even after they have been liberated from the colonial rulers. Language is "a potent vehicle of transmitting cultures, values, norms and beliefs from generation to generation, and remains a central factor in determining the status or nature of any nation" [13]. Unquestionably, the attribute and character of a nation are easily reflected through its language. Language is a nation stigma and hence all nations are stigmatized by virtue of the languages they speak and understand.
In order for a nation to foster national integration, cohesion and development, there must be a language acceptable to all for purposes of administering and running of the country's affairs [13]. Therefore, while respecting multilingualism, it is important to point out that when it comes to medium of instruction, English should be preferred in South Africa because of its attribute of unifying the different languages in South Africa.
Language is the soul, spirit, identity, heritage and culture of people [14]. Even though the indigenous languages were suppressed as medium of pedagogy during the colonial and apartheid eras, the Constitution has now elevated most of these languages and they are presently recognized as official languages. As such, they can be used for teaching and learning in public schools [15]. While this is commendable, it is important to mention that it will be practically impossible to use all the eleven constitutionally recognized languages to teach at the same time [16]. For instance, assuming that students in a class are represented from different language backgrounds, how would the teacher be able to use all the languages to teach at the same time [17]. Furthermore, foreign students who do not understand or speak any of the indigenous languages might form part of the students in the class room, how would they be able to receive teaching in language they do not understand [18]. More so, the teacher providing the teaching and learning might be a foreign national who is unable to speak or understand any of the indigenous languages [19]. Over and above, it is almost impossible to have a South African teacher who would be capable and competent to speak and use all the eleven official languages as language of teaching and learning. Undoubtedly, this will be a herculean task to accomplish. It is against the backdrop of this that this article strongly advocates for the adoption of English as a medium of teaching and learning in all schools.
It is pertinent to reiterate that one is mindful of South Africa's historical discrimination against all other indigenous languages which deliberately suppressed and denigrated all indigenous languages through non-recognition, identity change and cleansing and enforcement of Afrikaans as the medium of teaching. This resulted in the Soweto students' unrest and protest of June 12 1996, where several students protesting apartheid language policy were brutally murdered by the apartheid police [20]. The introduction of Afrikaans for pedagogy at that time was meant to be used as a weapon of domination and marginalization of the black African majority in order to reshape their thinking and identities [21].
It is against the backdrop of promoting inclusion that this article points out that the plight of the teacher in using and promoting multilingualism and multiculturalism in multiracial schools in classroom is unimaginable because of the difficulty in impressing different racial groups during pedagogy. Therefore, an English-only discourse, if agreed upon, would have created an enabling learning environment for the teachers, the learners, role players and stake holders.
It is apparent that an attempt at multilingual mode of teaching instruction is unrealistic. Where this has been enforced, students are unable to make adequate progress in science and mathematics subjects that would unlock the potentials of learners to be professionals in critical skills needed in South Africa [22]. To a large extent, English is perfectly suited for the requirements of science and technology while the indigenous languages are not [23]. The reason for this assertion is that African languages were not developed to embed and integrate scientific and technological terminologies into their vocabulary [24]. It is against the backdrop of this that one submits that African languages are underdeveloped in scientific and technological terminologies because they have not been prominent in these fields. Whereas English is well developed and well suited for these feats and purposes [25].
The Constitution of South Africa is "heralded as intellectually progressive and politically enlightened because of the significance it attaches to human rights and its acknowledgment of multilingualism in the African context" [7]. Human and fundamental rights are well enshrined and protected in the Constitution, particularly the right to language and to receive basic education in any of the eleven languages.
However, pointing out the disadvantages in using and recognizing all the constitutionally prescribed eleven languages as official languages Makoni emphatically asserted that "the South African Constitution, by recognizing nine African languages as neatly divided is socially alienating and cognitively disadvantaging to the very people it is intended to serve" [7]. This assertion is well founded because using eleven languages may be confusing and disadvantageous especially when it comes to communicating serious issues or teaching students from different languages and cultural backgrounds in a class [25]. Hence, a common language understood by all would serve a rewarding purpose and a unifying force. Using a common language for teaching and learning would facilitate understanding and cognitive because teaching and learning will take place in the classroom without anyone being alienated or left behind.
More importantly, cultural and linguistically differences between educators and students can have negative effects on the education of learners [26]. No matter how experienced an educator is, there is bound to be conflict of culture and language and this might result to contestation on which of the languages is the best for pedagogy. Consequently, English as a common language would best address this problem and unite all the different cultures and languages. Understanding the multilingual nature of learners and educators during teaching and learning would enable educators to be sensitive to the needs of the learners and as such would be able to provide culturally responsive instruction. In this regard, English language fits perfect to this assertion.
English is adjudged a language of wider communication worldwide as it serves many purposes as a lingua franca, facilitating communication across and between ethnic groups; a language of instruction in many tertiary institutions-having students from diverse linguistic backgrounds [27]. It is also a principal language of the United Nations and often used to conduct international trading and negotiations [26]. According to Kadenge and Nkomo, "English enjoys prestige and international status as a sophisticated language which is capable of handling formal and advanced knowledge, and can facilitate its development and communication. It is this international pedigree which has probably endowed the language with such dominance and prestige" [28].
In order to use English for pedagogy, it must be learnt as a subject by a person or student who does not come from the cultural background where English is the first language [29]. Pundits have suggested that the surest and most reliable ways of attaining academic and socio-economic successes is through the learning, understanding and speaking of English language [22]. English in this respect serves as a means of attaining socio- economic success, public schooling and career advancement.
Proficiency in English entails that the student has full understanding and mastery of writing, reading, speaking, and listening. To be declared competent, it requires a teacher who has strong skills in English language and the ability to impart English language to the learners. This is essential in order to lay very strong foundation for learning since it will be used to conduct other subjects that a learner will be taught in the class room [30]. This will prepare learners for success in any of the subjects they will be offering in the course of their educational careers and thereafter, careers in the workplaces.
English is gaining ground, and as such, recognizing it as the sole official language will fit perfectly to the overall advantages that will flow from this, especially when it comes to teaching and learning. Kamwangamalu, observed that "if anything has changed at all in terms of language practices in South Africa, it is that English has gained more territory and political clout than Afrikaans in virtually all of the country's institutions, including the legislature, education, the media, and the army" [31].
Take for an example, in South Korea, "English is regarded as a major subject in the national curriculum and it is also one of the key subjects in the College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)" [32]. Being a dominant language of education in South Korea, students' achievement in English subject at schools and at CSAT has influence on their future. Competency in English is a key component in job markets. Ability to speak and write English is linked to opportunities and as such, it opens doors for job seekers who possess strong comprehension of English language. Because of its importance in the employment markets, the requirement for English competence has surged in South Korea job markets and many fields in job markets require English competency for placements [32]. The implication of this is that most of the companies require good English proficiency as a basic requirement for job opportunity. Globalization is the current world outlook and from all indications, English seems to be considered as a global language that had transcended its original owners such as the USA or the UK.
With regard to teaching and learning, English is today's dominant language of science. As a matter of fact, science is advancing immensely due to having a dominant global Language-English. English language is a choice language for scientific communication and this is evident in many scientific works that have been published worldwide in English language [33].
English language as a medium of pedagogy could serve as unifying element that enhances students' ability and enabled them to access education, employment, economy and law not only locally but globally.
Unlike South Africa, Namibia specifically stipulates English as the official language and language of instruction. Similarly, even though Nigeria has four official languages recognized but the country has taken cautious political and educational decisions to entrench English as the main official language in the country and language of learning [34]. The effect of adopting English as the sole language of pedagogy is apparent. Nigerians are well educated and are able to integrate into most of the developed countries in areas of any skill or expertise because of the opportunity of receiving education in English Language.
Namibia, similar to South Africa also experienced entrenched draconian colonial and apartheid rules before she attained independence in 1990 [35]. During the oppressive rules, English and Afrikaans were the two dominant languages but after independence, English was made an official language by virtue of Article 3 of the new country's constitution. The Constitution specifically provides that "the official language of Namibia shall be English." This notwithstanding, in terms of Article 3(2) the constitution also recognizes other languages and gives "permission to use languages other than English for legislative, administrative, and judicial purposes, as well as medium of instruction" [36]. This is why Namibia is regarded as an official monolingualism. This conscious decision was taken by Namibia to suppress Afrikaans as medium of instruction because of the brutal experiences they encountered under the apartheid regime. So, English was adopted by the country at independence based on the ideology that Afrikaans should be relegated because of the oppressive dispositions of the owner of the language. In the words of Frydman, "the decision to establish English as the sole official language in Namibia was based on an ideology informed chiefly by the sociopolitical circumstances of the country. Oppressed and divided by South Africa's apartheid regime, Namibians sought liberation and unity. English, they believed, would be the vehicle to achieve these ideals. If Afrikaans was the language of oppression, then English was the language of resistance and liberation" [36].
Frydman asserted thus "the aim of introducing English is to introduce an official language that will steer the people away from lingo-tribal affiliations and differences and create conditions conducive to national unity in the realm of language" [36].
Therefore, English is the first language of Namibians when it comes to conduct national businesses and education while other languages are regarded as the second languages. It must however be pointed out that mother tongues and indigenous languages are not relegated, they are equally important and each tribe and indigene is protected under the constitution to use its own language to communicate. But, with regard to all national and official issues including education, English is the dominant official language for pedagogy and other official domains and activities. Therefore, even though Namibia is a clearly multilingual country, English serves as the only official language and it is constitutionally recognized and guaranteed.
Likewise, in Nigeria, English language is the sole dominant official language used to conduct all official businesses including delivery of pedagogy in the classrooms. English language is the national language which also functions as a national socio-political identity.
In Nigeria, English is recognized as the official dominant language of the education domain and teaching and learning activities right from the kindergarten up to the tertiary education.
Even though Nigeria is a multilingual country comprises of different ethnic groups, English language is the lingua franca especially when it comes to conducting official activities including political, economic and educational developments. To this day, English language is the only unifying solution to the diverse cultural and languages. English is widely communicated and practiced and occupies prominent place and function at the workplace, in the media and as a medium of instruction in schools while the three crucial indigenous languages are also recognized but they are not being used as medium of instructions in schools except when one of them is being taught as a module during the course of pedagogy [37].
More importantly and in support of English language as a medium of pedagogy, the teaching and learning of English is compulsory module that a learner must be found competent at all levels of schooling up to tertiary level. This is why English still occupies pride of place in Nigeria, especially in the formal school system.
It is pertinent to point out that even though pundits continue to critique English as a lingua franca, English continues to be acceptable by the majority in Nigeria because of its neutrality considering that Nigeria has an estimate of about 450,000 languages [13]. English continues to occupy place of pride and dominance in Nigeria because it is the language that is not fraught with suspicions in any formal or literate context in the country [13].
According to Ugwuoke "as a language of wider communication (LWC), English is used for phatic communion, ceremonial purpose, instrument of keeping records, information dissemination, self-experiment and embodiment of thought among the various linguistic groups in Nigeria. The common linguistic basis that constitutes a requisite for the existence of any nation is provides by English. So with English as the common tongue to all the ethnic groups, the collective sentiment of belonging together despite the individual or ethnic differences is forged. Related to the discussed is fact that Nigerians or collective identity is stamped on national institutions through the medium of English" [13].
Furthermore, Nigeria continues to intensify its approach towards the use of English as medium of instruction in all aspects of life and that is why English still "remains dominant as the language of virtually all aspects of national life: politics, administration, business, sports, diplomacy, communication, media, education, creativity, literacy, constitution, law, just to mention a few" [13].
The number of people who understand and speak English language in South Africa seems to be increasing on a daily basis. This is not to suggest that other languages have been abandoned. When it comes to conducting official businesses, South Africa is leaning towards the use of English language more than other languages. Even in the parliament and courts, the use of English to communicate and transact is now becoming the norm despite the fact that citizens have rights under the Constitution to use any of the constitutionally recognized eleven languages. Adopting English language as the official national language will foster a common language acceptable to all. In Nigeria and Namibia, English language is the official language for all purposes and it also the language of education, instruction and learning. English language is taken very seriously to the extent that in most households, parents use English to communicate with their children in order to inculcate the culture of learning and understanding of English in them since it is the language they will use throughout in all their activities in these countries. This does not mean that parents do not speak indigenous languages and mother tongues with their children, but English is prioritized because of its official and national status. English is taught at schools from kindergarten up until tertiary levels. As a matter of fact, in Nigeria, in order to qualify and be found competent to be admitted to tertiary institutions, the learner must be competent in oral and written English. Apart from the benefits that accrue to English as a global language, it is best suited for countries that have different competing languages such as South Africa and Nigeria. Students in Nigeria continue to benefit from being well grounded in both oral and written English language, and as such, most times excel in mathematics, sciences and technology. Furthermore, many Nigerians are able to fit into any society and system where English language is the medium of instruction and education. Currently, South Africa seems to be at the bottom of the ladder when it comes to mathematics, sciences and technology education. This notwithstanding, most learners who have strong competency in English still excel in these subjects [38]. It is against the backdrop of this that there should be commitment on the part of the government to commence steps towards adopting English language as language of instruction and education.
Undoubtedly, English is being spoken all over the world and many countries have adopted it as their lingua franca and some entrenched it in their constitution as the official national language. In South Africa, English is one of the official languages recognized by the Constitution. However, all the official languages in the Constitution have the same status. To this end, no language is superior to the other. They all enjoy the same protection under the constitution and owners of these languages have unhindered rights and freedom to use them to communicate, correspond and conduct all official and unofficial activities. This notwithstanding, this article demonstrates that English should be adopted as the sole official language and language of education while local and indigenous languages play complementary roles.
Multilingualism is encouraged, but when it comes to pedagogy, monolingualism seems to be an increasingly preferred and effective. Therefore, government should be proactive and find a way of redirecting narratives and debates on how to make English a dominant official language and language of instruction and education.
English is considered and recognized worldwide as principal language of instruction because of the unique position it occupies in the language space. Pursuant to this, it is recommended that it should be introduced and use as language of instruction and education from kindergarten, primary, high and tertiary institutions throughout the academic journey of a learner. This is doable if resources are made available to establish learner's competency in English. This approach does not take away the learning of the mother tongues as languages and of course it is recommended that this should be enhanced and strengthened because of its value and cultural ties and belief.
When English is taught from the kindergarten, it carries with it a lot of benefits to the learners because learning of English at this early stage will lay a solid foundation for learners' competency and cognitive. By the time the learner gets to the tertiary institution, comprehension would have been strengthened because of the English competency foundation laid from the onset and this would enable comprehension during pedagogy when English is used for teaching and learning of those modules such as mathematics, science, technology and so on considered to have potentials to unlock job and career opportunities for black South Africans.


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Corn Exchange, Corn Street
Bristol Pound is money that's made by local people, for local people; run by a non-profit community interest company (Bristol Pound CIC).
Set up by a group of campaigners and financial activists in 2009, the Bristol Pound is a network of over 2000 individuals and independent businesses who use digital and paper currency to trade in Bristol, localising supply chains and keeping money circulating in our city. It's a movement, an idea, a hope, a better way of doing money; and we believe if you want to change the way the world goes round, first you have to change the way money goes round.
Bristol has always been a fertile environment for creativity, innovation and community building. It is this environment that, over time, has incubated a strong sense of ethics and justice around social, environmental and economic change. It makes perfect sense that in this city, we should experiment with new ways to own our own money too.
The financial crisis in 2008 was a wake up call for many of us. We came to realise that our city's economic system extracts wealth from communities, harming the real local economy. It damages the environment, perpetuates inequality and homogenises high streets.
Around a table in a pub in early 2009 we decided to do something about it. The Bristol Pound was established as a movement driven by the community, which aims to redefine the way we live and work with money.
Today the Bristol Pound is widely seen as the most successful local currency in the UK. Since its birth, over £5million Bristol Pounds have been spent in the city, including paper and electronic payments. Over 80,000 transactions have been made by text, mobile app and online banking, which is around 300 payments a week since 2012. Members can use Bristol Pounds to get on the bus or train, to pay their council tax, to buy their vegetables, coffee and bread. The Bristol Pound's very existence is proof that bottom up community organising works, and that together, we can create a fairer, more inclusive and more resilient local economy.
Corn Exchange, Corn Street


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Rockford Guy Looking for 'Beautiful Brunette in the Blue Scrubs' From Subway
Not everyone can rock scrubs like this woman, you caught his eye!
Fridays mean a chance to look for love on the Rockford Missed Connections page.
Will we make a match this week? Sure, why not?
This guy has his eye on the beautiful brunette on Highcrest. He gave us a bunch of info, we might really be able to find the sandwich lover!
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New Columbus Chefs: Mike Gadd
Over the next few weeks, Columbus Underground is taking a look at some of the amazing young talent in the kitchens of your favorite local restaurants, food trucks and other dining establishments in the relaunch of our series known as "New Columbus Chefs".
de-NOVO is a newer restaurant on the Columbus dining scene, having opened their doors Downtown just under a year ago. The restaurant quickly became a fan favorite here in Columbus Underground, placing 5th on our list of best new restaurants of 2011 after only a month in operation. Mike Gadd became the new executive sous chef at de-NOVO recently, and brings some noteworthy experience to the restaurant despite his young age.
Name: Mike Gadd
Age: 24
Current Job: Executive Sous Chef at de-NOVO
Can you tell us about your training/educational experience?
Most of my training/learning is from the restaurants I've worked in here in Columbus and in NYC. Also, I've learned alot just from eating at Per Se in NYC twice.
Can you tell us about your professional kitchen experience?
My first kitchen experience was in 2004; while I was in high school, working at Mitchell's Steakhouse at Crosswoods. After that, I worked at Rigsbys Kitchen in 2008 and then went to work for Chef Rosendale at Rosendales in the Short North. After that, I went to L'Antibes where I eventually became the Chef de Cuisine; I worked there for three and a half years. While I was at L'Antibes, I had the opportunity to spend a week in New York, where I staged at MPD NYC for three days, and Thomas Keller's Per Se for two days. After leaving L'Antibes, I spent a short time at Sage. Now im working at de-NOVO.
What is your favorite cuisine to cook?
I love classical French cuisine, but i like to incorporate other cuisines into it, whether its through ingredients or dish concepts. I would consider my style of cooking to be French-American, because American to me is a melting pot of all types of cuisine.
What is your favorite cuisine to eat?
I would have to say that its a tie between Japanese and French.
What one kitchen utensil/tool could you never live without?
It has to be my 7″ Korin Petty Knife. I use it for everything. Right behind that would have to be a cryovac machine. They're so useful and can save a lot of money.
What's your favorite cookbook?
I use my Alinea cookbook and The French Laundry cookbook equally.
What is your favorite Columbus restaurant (besides your own)?
Kihachi, by far.
Who are your inspirational figures in the culinary world?
Chef Thomas Keller, Chef Grant Achatz, and Chef Heston Blumenthal.
What is your dream job?
My dream job is owning my own restaurant and serving 50 people a night — full tasting menus!
What do you think about the culinary scene in Columbus?
I think that the restaurant scene in Columbus is gradually getting better. I really feel that the corporate restaurants have taken over and diluted the diner's idea of good quality food. I feel that we need more privately chef-owned restaurants where chefs can showcase their talents. Compared to Chicago and New York, I feel that Columbus is at least 5 years behind.
What do you think about the "foodie" scene in Columbus?
I feel that more and more people are starting to move towards dining at smaller chef-run restaurants, and are starting to trust the chefs and their abilities. I look forward to the day where eating at a restaurant is more than just getting a meal, but seen as an "experience" where you get amazing food and amazing drinks every time.
Tell us one food-related fact about yourself that few people know.
Im extremely technical and extremly precise in my food. I view food as artistic expresion, from the plating to the flavor profile, to the wine paired with it.
To sample some of Chef Mike Gadd's cuisine, head to www.denovobistro.com.
Photo by Chris Walker Photography.


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Beef skirt steak
The head chef at Bedales shares a recipe for making the most of a lesser-known cut of meat
This recipe for beef skirt steak will work easily as a starter for four people or as a nice main course for two. This meal is a great start to summer time outdoor cooking and would be paired well with a light bodied, natural red wine such like the Unlitro from Tuscany that Bedales is now carrying. It's an easy-drinking yet super tasty red that comes in a fun litre bottle, ideal for the summer months.
1½kg skirt steak, trimmed of excess sinew and portioned into individual steaks
4 ears of corn, shucked and kernels removed from the core, cores reserved
1 large red onion, diced
100g sweet peas
100g fava beans
6 spears of asparagus, cut into 1½cm pieces on the bias
Mixed sweet herbs, basil, tarragon, thyme, and parsley, roughly chopped
Ancho chilli powder
Dab of butter
I like to season my steaks with sea salt, black pepper and a little ancho chili powder. Let it sit for at least 15 mins before grilling.
When I use corn on the cob, I like to cut away the kernels and make a quick stock with the cores. Roast or grill the cores until they get a little colour, then sauté some onion and celery, deglaze with some white wine and add in the roasted corn cores and cover with water (you can also add in the discarded stems from the sweet herbs).
Bring to the boil and simmer for at least 30 mins, but up to an hour. Strain and reserve for the succotash.
For the succotash, I add a little butter (which I'm almost always a little heavy handed with) to a pan on medium heat. Sauté the onion, corn, peas, favas and asparagus along with enough corn stock to cover and cook the vegetables until tender and the stock has reduced a little (it's not soupy, you want the sauce to become a little thick and velvety).
To finish, throw in the sweet herbs to incorporate and season with a squeeze of lemon, sea salt and black pepper to taste.
Build a medium to large fire and let the coals almost go white before throwing on your steaks. Turn them once, and if you are shooting for medium you'll know they are ready when you see juices flowing from the top side. Take off the grill and let sit for half the time they cooked for, so the juices settle back into the meat.
Slice the meat against the grain and serve over the succotash. I like to finish the dish with a fruity extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of the ancho chili powder.
Recipe: Morgwn Preston-Jones


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CIS programme includes: courses, research activity, trade delegations abroad, international training and summer school. CIS can provide all the know-how concerning management and technical skills, leadership and HR organisation, international approach to the business.
Each programme is organised using a methodology that combines specialist technical explanations, practice and interactive activities.
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Travel Start-Up CanaryHop Gets Celebrity Endorsement From SNL's Andy Samberg (Video)
SNL's Andy Samberg may look a lot like Mark Zuckerberg — and act like him, too — but does that mean he's qualified to start a tech company?
The comedian, who played the Facebook CEO on "Saturday Night Live" and even appeared at Facebook's developer conference, has co-founded the new travel start-up CanaryHop.
The Los Angeles-based company is creating a marketplace where travelers can look for tours from well-established vendors or any individual professing to have a skill and looking to make a few bucks.
CanaryHop officially launched yesterday.
The site explains that a "Canary" is "a tour guide, a local, someone with a special talent, a person who is passionate about their community, an expert at something, or a teacher." For example, it could be a professional chess player willing to give lessons, someone who runs a surf camp, or simply a foodie who knows the best restaurants in Chinatown.
Meanwhile, a "Hopper" is a traveler.
Still don't get it?
Samberg does his best to act out how it works in a funny and pretty entertaining video. In it, he wakes up not knowing where he is, but for some reason has a bunch of new talents, like being able to speak French, throw knives and charm snakes. Unfortunately, you'll have to visit the site here in order to see it.
Instead, here's Samberg impersonating Zuckerberg on SNL, right after the release of "The Social Network":


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Published May 19, 2019
Laser Blast! 3: Fury of the Wizard is a 2d 8bit rail shooter in the style of Space Harrier. Enemies will periodically fly towards you. Shoot them down while avoiding their attacks. When the sun sets, defeat the level boss to win the game.
– Directional keys: Move around
– Z key (X button if playing on mobile): Shoot
You are Atom Girl, an advanced robot capable of star flight. After narrowly escaping Garlock-7, you travel to a nearby planet with an unusual energy signature. This planet, Jubai-12, is overflowing with magic. While you explore the surface, magicfolk suddenly launch an ambush against you!
Made in 10 days for DreamHack Summer Jam
- You only have 4 health before dying
- Your shots are created on your center of mass
- Shots can take a little time to hit faraway enemies
- Your hit box is small: just the midsection of the body
- The perspective will change when moving towards the top or bottom of the screen. Keep this in mind when dodging shots.


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Ken, Julie, Shazia and a Tory Called Dave
Posted by jonathanfryer on Saturday, 30th January, 2010
There was a rowdy Question Time-style meeting (compered by DJ Stewart Who?) at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern in Lambeth last night, at which the main sport for some was clearly Bindel-baiting. Columnist and radical feminist political activist Julie Bindel has upset the transgender community with several of her comments about gender dysphoria and related topics, and about 40 Trans-people and friends held a good-humoured demonstration outside the venue (corraled safely by police, well away from the entrance) chanting slogans criticising the RVT's decision to 'give a platform to bigotry'. Inside the pub was much noisier at times, as a few persistent hecklers shouted at her every time she said (or they thought she said) something that offended them, some even drawing parallels between her and Nick Griffin of the BNP. One person threw a plastic name-badge and lanyard at her. Former London Mayor Ken Livingstone, the out-gay Tory parliamentary candidate for Eltham, David Gold, and I therefore found ourselves having to speak up for freedom of speech, as well as defining our own varying lines on the LGBT issues that were being raised. Shazia Mirza, the Muslim comedian who, like Julie Bindel, has been receiving death threats, brought some welcome light relief with some well-judged satirical jokes. It was a shame, though, that the evening became rather dominated by the Bindel-bashing, as I would have liked to ask the personable David Gold what he is going to do to protest about his party leadership's cuddling up to homophobes in Northern Ireland and the European Parliament. And also to explain the extraordinary boxed quote at the top of his website, from 'a former Labour voter', viz: "My purse was stolen in the supermarket. Immigration is out of control. We need a change." That strikes me as pandering to xenophobia, even racism, which sits oddly with his commitment to LGBT rights.
31 Responses to "Ken, Julie, Shazia and a Tory Called Dave"
Saturday, 30th January, 2010 at 3:01 am
Julie Bindel has all freedom of speech she needs to provide transphobic and anti sex work comments.
She is invited to speak as an expert on issues she doesnt know and writes in the Guardian on a regular basis. Trans' people and sex workers don't have freedom of speech. It's too easy to present her as a victim when she is the one who hates others.
She pretends to be an experts because she had interviewed 12 men and therefore she thinks she can say that all clients of sex workers are rapists-like. Sex workers fuck their clients on a daily basis but they are always silenced and deprived their status of expertise on the very issue that concern them first. Trans' activists are not invited to speak in debates or to write in the Guardian.
There is an obvious double standard about this supposed freedom of speech.
Saturday, 30th January, 2010 at 9:40 am
40 Trans-people and friends demonstrated… chanting slogans comparing Julie to the BNP's Nick Griffin.
Hmmm, don't remember that, and I was one of those 40!
Saturday, 30th January, 2010 at 11:29 am
I too was taking part in the demo and didn't hear any slogans comparing Bindel with Griffin.
You also appear to be taking issue with the what you perceive to be a hijacking of the event by Bindel bashers was a bad thing. Do you think that the Question Time where Nick Griffin was a guest was diminished by the fact that much of the show was dominated by challenges to his odious views.
Saturday, 30th January, 2010 at 2:52 pm
I was outside from 6.30 until 9pm and recall no mention of either Bindel or Griffin. Bindel was the catalyst for the demo but not the focus.
I'd point out also that (perhaps ironically) gender "dysphasia" would be an impairment of writing or comprehending written language relating to gender. You mean "dysphoria".
Saturday, 30th January, 2010 at 5:37 pm
I'm disappointed in you, Jonathan, and you are incorrect in your claim that we chanted those words. I arrived before the RVT doors opened at 7 and left just after the Question Time element kicked off at 9. Throughout that time there was periodic chanting by a good natured group of thirty or forty cheery individuals, between scoffing donuts and warming themselves with coffee. We were just outside the RVT gents' toilets but you didn't hear the people at the demo chanting those words. We did frequently chant the words "Hear us, RVT, No platform for bigotry". Perhaps that sounded different through a wall or a window, backstage in the warmth of the club.
I'm puzzled by the demonising of the chilly but cheery group protesting outside the venue that I've encountered around the internet today. We knew we wouldn't give JB even a moment's pause for thought but it wasn't all about her. But we had to demonstrate our anger and dismay that the feelings and opinions of trans people were being yet again sidelined and dismissed in a cherished 'queer' space.
Saturday, 30th January, 2010 at 7:02 pm
The chant wasn't about the bnp the chant was 'hear us now, rvt, no platform for bigotry'. Julie Bindel has written some of the most hateful venomous pieces of knee-jerk 'I have an opinion on everything' journalism. Ranging from not only transphobia, but about hating men, men not actively stopping the rape of women are as bad as the men doing it, vegetarians, gender stereotyping, comparing Barry George's false imprisonment to a fictional work about a female prisoner, and on it goes…
Everybody involved in that protest is in favour of freedom of speech, but with that freedom comes with it the right to have the speech challenged, and the responsibility upon the person exercising their freedom of speech, particularly if it is hate speech It is imperative that it is challenged as part of healthy checks and balances, otherwise there is the danger her mindset and ideologies can become normal and flourish in society. With the massive trend towards homophobia again, and rampant transphobia, intolerant journalists need to face criticism and protest. There was no mention and comparison to BNP or Nick Griffin at all during the demo, I was part of the demo. Whilst I do not agree at people heckling at Bindel, as I think it would have been the perfect opportunity to have her ignorance highlighted at an intellectual level, I do understand their frustration. She is a misandrist bigot operating under the label of a radical feminist and 'political lesbian' (her lesbian, apparrantly defined by her dislike of men rather than her attraction to women). If radical feminism assumes that roughly half the worlds population (men) are to be hated and marginalised, a recurrent theme in her simple rantings, should we not be defining radical feminism as a fundementalist hate crime?
Please ammend your article, as you got it wrong.
Also next time you hear of the death of a gay man or a trans-person, whether it be suicide or murder, please think about your support of Bindel. Either you're part of the problem, or as we were trying to do, be part of the solution by challenging purveyors of hate and bigotry. Just to also make it clear the police congratulated us and shook all our hands for being a peaceful good humoured and well tempered demo.
I'm particularly offended at the way the event is being redefined as an attack on freedom of speech, rather than on Julie Bindel's words. Ignoring the content of what she writes is a bit like ignoring the elephant in the living room, but thats ok the elephant has a freedom to its view.
Sunday, 31st January, 2010 at 12:37 am
Just saw a video from inside the event, and all I can say, Mr Fryer, is that the panellists would have done better to come and talk to us demonstrators outside! You'd have had a less incoherent response, and would have had a chance at doughnuts too.
Sunday, 31st January, 2010 at 4:52 pm
All Friday night's chants are encapsulated in this clip. Viewers are invited to draw their own conclusions as to our "corraled safely by police" scariness.
Sunday, 31st January, 2010 at 8:25 pm
Jonathan, on another point in your intresting piece about what looks like a fun night out, stating that immigration is out of control is not necessarily xenophobia. There is plenty of evidence to support such a propostition.


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Program 40 mg solution for injection for cats up to 4kg 1 syringe
Treatment and prevention of flea infestations in cats
PROGRAM 40 mg Suspension for Injection
2. Qualitative and Quantitative Composition of PROGRAM 40 mg
Active ingredient: Lufenuron 40 mg per syringe (0.4ml of a 10% suspension)
For a full list of excipients see section 6.1
3. Pharmaceutical Form of PROGRAM 40 mg
Suspension for Injection
White, aqueous suspension
4. Clinical Particulars of PROGRAM 40 mg
4.1 Target species
Cats and weaned kittens less than 4 kg bodyweight.
4.2 Indications for use, specifying the target species
The product is intended for the 6-month long-term prevention and control of flea infestations and the treatment of FAD (flea allergic dermatitis) in cats. The product is effective against the pre-audit stages of the dominant flea species, Ctenocephalides felis and C. canis. It can be administered to all cats, including weaned kittens as well as pregnant and lactating queens.
4.3 Contra-indications
None known.
4.4 Special warnings for each target species
Not to be used in dogs.
In the cat, to achieve a six month flea control, a small subcutaneous depot is required. Injection site reaction may occur in some cats, in particular a small painless swelling at the injection site which disappears, in general, after a few weeks.
4.5 Special precautions for use
Special precautions for use in animals
For subcutaneous administration only.
The injection should be carried out under aseptic conditions.
4.5 ii) Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the medicinal product to the animals
Care should be taken to avoid accidental self-injection. In the event of accidental self-injection seek medical advice.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. In the event of accidental eye or skin contact, wash/irrigate the area with clean running water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Wash hands after use.
4.6 Adverse reactions (frequency and seriousness)
Well tolerated by all cats but may cause a transient mild and painless reaction at the injection site. In rare cases, lethargy may occur for a few hours after injection, however, it quickly disappears.
4.7. Use during pregnancy, lactation or lay
No harmful effects are to be expected when this product is given during pregnancy and lactation.
4.8. Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction
No evidence of interactions with other medicaments has been observed.
4.9. Amounts to be administered and administration route
The minimum recommended dose is 10 mg Lufenuron per kg bodyweight when administered parenterally.
Weight of cats in kg
Less than 4
Dose: 1 PROGRAM 40mg Suspension for Injection Syringe
Equal to or greater than 4
Dose: 1 PROGRAM 80mg Suspension for injection Syringe
For the product to be fully effective, the whole content of the syringe must be injected subcutaneously, e.g. dorsally anterior to the shoulder blades. It is recommended that cats be re-treated at 6-month intervals to ensure continuous effective control of flea development.
The syringe must be shaken vigorously to reconstitute the suspension and then injected immediately.
If cats have a high level of flea infestation at the start of treatment, it may be necessary to apply a flea adulticide during the first one or two months. In cases of severe hypersensitivity further use of an adulticide may be needed. It is essential that all cats (except for unweaned kittens) living in a household are treated to stop flea infestation. Dogs in the same household should be treated as recommended by the prescribing veterinary surgeon.
4.10. Overdose (symptoms, emergency procedure, antidotes) if necessary
No significant untoward effects due to overdosing have been observed in the target animal safety studies.
4.11. Withdrawal period
Not applicable
5. Pharmacological Properties of PROGRAM 40 mg
The active ingredient, Lufenuron, is an insect development inhibitor (IDI) belonging to the chemical class of benzoylureas.
ATCvet code QP53BC01
5.1 Pharmacodynamic Properties
Lufenuron (INN) is an inhibitor of chitin synthesis and deposition. When administered systemically to the animal, fleas infesting the cat ingest the active ingredient with their bloodmeal and transfer it to their eggs. As a consequence, the formation of larval chitin structures, a process essential to insects, and the development of viable offspring are blocked.
5.2 Pharmacokinetic Properties
After subcutaneous administration of the product, the active ingredient is absorbed from the injection site and preferentially sequestered in the adipose tissues, from where it is continuously released metabolically unchanged into the bloodstream. Effective blood levels of Lufenuron are attained within 21 days after the initial injection, and the low elimination rate assures an effective concentration of the active ingredient in the bloodstream (above 50-100 ppd) for at least 6 months.
6. Pharmaceutical Particulars of PROGRAM 40 mg
6.1 List of excipients
Polysorbate 21
Povidone 12
Sodium Chloride
Water for injections
6.2 Incompatibilities
None known.
6.3. Shelf Life
Shelf life of the veterinary medicinal product as packaged for sale: 4 years.
6.4 Special Precautions for Storage
The syringe must only be used once.
Protect from freezing.


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Our favourite tea flavours
How many of these global teas have you tried?
Our love affair with the great British cuppa has never waned. In fact, we're falling increasingly head over heels with the humble tea leaf. As our desire for café culture grows, we're exploring ever more exciting and adventurous flavours from across the globe that not only taste fantastic, but are also praised for their health benefits too. Bonus. Of course, traditional English Breakfast tea will always have a place in our hearts – but let's embrace the exotic!
This is our roundup of all the new leaves on the block, as well as the lowdown on the kit you need for the perfect cuppa. Time to put on a brew and get sipping…
Matcha tea
This stone-ground powdered green tea from Japan is revered for its high levels of antioxidants and tastes delicious too. It'll give you a mellow caffeine buzz (no java jitters here) and it's really easy to make – simply mix the powder with hot water. Not only is it a visual treat, thanks to its ultra-vibrant green hue, you can also be smug in the knowledge that it's one of the trendiest teas around.
Turmeric tea
Enter the earthy flavour of turmeric. This popular spice has been used as a remedy in Chinese medicine for centuries (not to mention an essential ingredient in your Friday night curry). But it also makes for a bold, yet soothing, caffeine-free tea. For a drink that packs a tasty punch, look for a turmeric and ginger tea mix. And to ramp up the earthy-sweet taste, add a drop of honey.
Oolong tea
Chinese Oolong tea is made from the same leaves as green tea but they're left to oxidise for longer, meaning they have a darker colour. The longer the leaves are left for, the more the flavour develops – so you can get a fragrant-sweet lighter oolong, or one that's darker in colour with a deeper, nutty hit. Oolong tea is known for its relaxing properties – great if you're feeling stressed out.
Rooibos tea
Rooibos is a herb native to South Africa that is dried and brewed into a red-brown infusion also known as 'red bush tea'. With zero caffeine, it's a great alternative cuppa to one made from green tea leaves. Its complex flavour is hard to describe, but delicious: think smoky, caramel and vanilla with a woody vibe. Steep us up.
Hibiscus tea
The beautiful Hibiscus plant is grown in warm tropical climates, and it also makes for a fruity, refreshing herbal tea. Its sweet and tart flavour – plus wonderfully ruby-red colour – is reminiscent of cranberry drinks, so this is a great option if you fancy a chilled tea. Just the thing for a warm, sunny day.
Ginger tea
For centuries ginger has been linked to a wealth of health benefits, from boosting the immune system to supposedly aiding weight loss. Fiery ginger root has a rich and unique flavour and it's super easy to brew into a delicious hot drink, (or even easier, buy a ready-made bag of the stuff!)
Chai tea
This traditional Indian tea is very much on-trend right now. A punchy blend of black tea, herbs and spices, it's commonly served with a dollop of milk, plus a dash of sugar or honey. Chai tea is also said to aid your well-being and soothe your mind – we're feeling zen already.
Time for tea
If you're heading into Westquay, then we really recommend the flowering jasmine tea at Wagamama. For afternoon tea, head to Bill's, M&S or John Lewis Place to Eat, and enjoy your cuppa with a slice of fresh cake. Alternatively, if you fancy putting your feet up at home, then check out our pick of the best tea-making kits available at Westquay.
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Cyclopentasiloxane is one of the most common ingredients used in personal care products today. Synthetically manufactured, it is a silicone derivative that carries a variety of skin and hair applications, such as hair spray and sunscreen lotion, among others. With a larger focus on uses in styling, cyclopentasiloxane is finding more and more popularity in hair care products, and those where a microscopic protective layer may benefit the skin. However, this ingredient is not without its drawbacks, and may accumulate in the body over time. If you choose to utilize products with cyclopentasiloxane, make sure to monitor any changes in your skin, at least during the first several weeks of initial use.
12 Skincare Ingredients You May Want to Avoid
Cyclopentasiloxane is a Cost-Effective Substitute
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The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) panel concluded in 1991 that compounds containing cyclopentasiloxane were generally safe to use in cosmetics. Further reviews conducted in December 2005 supported its use, though concerns about bioaccumulation are still thought to be valid.
Combination of Skin Healing and Styling Properties
It is believed that cyclopentasiloxane may have some capacity to remove wrinkles, skin blemishes, or stubborn effects of rosacea. Cyclopentasiloxane is also considered an emollient that soothes and softens the skin by keeping moisture locked in. It may also correct dryness by preventing water loss and prevents scaling by holding more water on the skin's surface. This chemical is also an excellent lubricant that sufficiently stretches water layers on the surface of the skin.
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Cyclopentasiloxane Skin Care Products
Cyclopentasiloxane is used in concentrations ranging from as low as 0.1% to levels well into the double-digits. At the lower end, the chemical is found in hand and body moisturizers, as it provides enhanced feeling of soft skin. Irritation is kept to the minimum, while the good feel effect without cooling does find favor among regular users. At the higher end, cyclopentasiloxane carries active antiperspirant compounds to the skin and hair and also provides a hair cuticle coat. It's compatibility with most personal care ingredients such as mineral oil, ethanol, and fatty acid esters make it a common ingredient in eye liners, best drugstore eye cream, foundation creams, lip liners, and eye shadow.


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Mesut Ozil has revealed that his future at Arsenal does not only depend on whether Arsene Wenger remains at the club. The German international's contract expires at the end of next season.
Ozil had previously claimed that he would sign a new contract depending on Wenger's future.
However, with the Gunners' poor performances this season along with the possibility of missing out on the top four for the first time under the Frenchman, there has been speculation that Wenger may not remain as manager.
While the World Cup winner still maintains that Wenger is a key factor to his decision, he claims that the ambition of the club will also play a role on whether he signs a new contract.
"It does not only depend on the manager," Ozil told Goal in an interview. "Of course he was the one who convinced me to join Arsenal and he was a main factor for me to come here."
"He is a very experienced coach who made Arsenal one of the best clubs in the world. You must have respect for him, because he is a great manager. But I do not decide whether the manager stays or not. What's important for me is that we develop as a team and reach our goals."
According to reports, Ozil is demanding a weekly wage of £300,000-a-week ($387,480 per week) to remain with the north London club. However, money has never been a factor for the former Real Madrid star who turned down a £100m offer to play in the Chinese Super League.
"Money never played a big role for me in football," he added. "I play football because I love it. Sure, you do not earn peanuts and the offer from China was tempting and interesting. But as I said: Money is not everything."
"I want to win titles and I have my goals I want to achieve. That is more important than money. That's why I said from the beginning, that China is not an option for me."


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On Thursday 17 March we hosted a launch event for our exciting new campaign, Dads4Daughters. It was lovely to see the Great Hall full of fathers and daughters from the top three years engaged in the crucial issue of enhancing gender equality in the workplace. The evening began with a panel discussion (that comprised two father and two OPs) and questions from the floor. We then shared the results of a survey we have conducted of OPs between the ages of 25 and 35 in a game show format. The results were illuminating: 73% had encountered gender inequality in the workplace, 66% claimed to have attempted to change this culture and 87% felt that men should do more to achieve this. The evening ended with fathers sharing their experiences and examples of good practice. Ms Farr wrapped up proceedings by urging all fathers to go into the workplace the next day and inculcate change.
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If you've ever stepped foot inside of Blackbird, we can pretty much guarantee that you've met Max. He's the one who is always smiling, loves small talk and light-hearted conversations, will recognize your face if you've been more than once (and ask you how your grandmother's cat is doing after its surgery…well something like that) and will even bring you your favorite drink order without having to ask.
"The food is great. The coffee wonderful. But it's the welcome that makes this cafe our favourite. That's all down to Max. He always have a smile for us, even when we arrive bleary eyed with the rest of the parents at what-the-hell-o'clock on a Saturday morning. My 17 month old adores him as he always has a minute or two to spend showing appropriate appreciation for whatever treasure she has decided to show him. And because he brings her pancakes!" -NP
"For me he is an exceptional Swiss! I love to go to BlackBird only because of him! His big smile makes my day much better and he is always kind and happy! That's why he is my exceptional authentic Swiss guy in this city!!" -JM
"Whether it is super early (like 7AM early) on a weekday morning, or a little less early on a Saturday, Max is always the first person we see when we walk in to Blackbird. Not just that, but he welcomes us with a sincere smile and great conversation. Seriously, just this morning he asked me about the job interview I had just returned home from; I didn't even remember telling him about it! Either we frequent Blackbird a little too often, or Max is one of the most considerate and caring baristas in the world. I certainly think it is the latter." -SP
"His service is so unaffected and refreshingly super welcoming. always smiling, his joy at serving his customers comes across as completely genuine.
Nothing is ever too much to ask from Max. I always have a curious toddler in tow, which sometimes can be a bit much (for this mum!) but this has never phased Max – he has the patience of a saint! I love my "local" & also love that Max knows my coffee order as soon as I walk through his doors." -EK
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"Like a raven haired prince from a gentler time, Max will not only welcome you into your new favorite breakfast place–he will befriend you." -JP
After this, how can you NOT go and pay him a visit?
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