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Parenting guru Gina Ford caused a storm recently when she said in her new book that women should be having sex with their partners within four to six weeks of giving birth.
Her new book, The Contented Mother's Guide, instructs women on the importance of staying intimate with the father of their child. One section, which shares advice from other women, even suggests 'sometimes you may just have to grin and bear it'.
The subject of sex after childbirth is rarely discussed, but here, five women bravely tell NATASHA COURTENAY-SMITH how quickly they returned to love-making after having their babies.
Customer service adviser Aimee Dorrington, 27, lives with long-term partner Ben Duffey, 27, and their ten-month-old son, Nathanial, in Wales. She says:
Ben and I have always had a very physical relationship and I didn't want a baby to get in the way of that. I've always found Ben physically attractive, and he feels the same way about me.
I know Ben would never cheat on me, but why take the risk of losing intimacy? Men crave affection and love, and they get it through sex. I wouldn't want to risk Ben not getting this at home.
Ben has made me the happiest I've ever been by giving me Nathanial, and I want to keep him happy by showing him how much I love him and making sure he's satisfied in the bedroom.
That's why I tried to get back to normal as soon as I could after giving birth ten months ago. We tried to have intercourse after three weeks but couldn't because I still had stitches.
It was frustrating because I longed to be intimate with Ben, but I felt reassured that at least he still found me attractive.
We had sex after six weeks. I've never had a perfect size ten figure, so carrying a few extra pounds didn't make me feel unattractive.
In fact, I felt glowing throughout pregnancy and afterwards. Ben was with me during the labour, but I don't think he was put off by watching me give birth.
Initially, I didn't feel comfortable having sex with Ben when Nathanial was in the bedroom, so we started doing it around the house instead which brought a sense of adventure to the proceedings.
I'm seven months pregnant with our second child, and Ben and I are still enjoying a physical relationship. I think our sex life will continue to flourish after the baby's born. Just as before, sex will be high on my list of priorities.
BEN SAYS: Aimee and I have always had a vibrant sex life, but I'd have waited longer after Nathanial was born if she had wanted me to.
I realise I'm very lucky as that didn't happen, and our sex life is the same as before, if not better. We've always made it a priority, and I'm glad that hasn't changed.
We make time for each other, and that's important for keeping things fresh in any relationship.
TV producer Abby Woolf, 33, lives with husband John, 33, an air traffic controller, and their children Fred, three, and Minnie, two, in the New Forest, Hampshire. She says:
I worried about how John would react to watching me give birth and that he would never see me as sexually attractive again.
My eight-hour labour with Fred was uncomplicated, but when I got home I was bleeding heavily.
I was anxious John would be traumatised, but he remained positive. I didn't like the fact that I'd put on weight and my stomach was saggy, but I wanted to get our sex life back on track as quickly as possible.
Eight weeks after Fred arrived, we decided to have sex simply to get it over and done with. We'd talked and felt that if we left it too long, it might become a problem.
In a sense I did as Gina Ford advises by grinning and bearing it — but it was OK. I had a few glasses of wine beforehand, and enjoyed it. Afterwards, we were happy we'd taken a leap of faith.
But I became pregnant again when Fred was just seven months old, and this time I had a complicated birth with Minnie. Afterwards, sex was the last thing on my mind.
She cried all the time and wanted to be breast-fed constantly. I had post-natal depression and used to call John when he was at work, crying because I couldn't stop Minnie from screaming and I was trying to look after Fred, too.
After three months we had sex, but I couldn't relax and I didn't enjoy it. John understood it was difficult, and we had a laugh about it.
Our sex life dwindled after Minnie was born and we had sex infrequently in the months that followed. We didn't argue and he never pestered me, but I had pangs of guilt and convinced myself that if we didn't have sex, he'd look for it elsewhere.
John did his best to reassure me that the lack of sex wasn't an issue — that we were simply stuck in the hectic world shared by all new parents. For a while we had no physical relationship, but we got through it by laughing a lot.
Two years on, things are better. Sex is still quite infrequent — about twice a month — but that works for us. As the children get older, we hope it will become more frequent.
I used to read Gina Ford's baby books, but found they made me feel like a failure, so my husband threw them all out. I pay no heed to her views on sex.
After childbirth it takes months, maybe even years, for your sex life to return to what it was. Women need to know their partner loves and understands them. I know John does, which is why I married him.
JOHN SAYS: Raising two children is the hardest thing I've ever done. We haven't slept properly in almost four years, so rampant sex marathons aren't on the agenda. A little passion now and again is plenty to see us through these tough parenting years.
Sex will be more frequent when the children are older. I know Abby worries and her confidence has been knocked by childbirth, but I would never look elsewhere.
Full-time mother Aileen Sergent, 32, lives with husband Nathan, 31, a firefighter, and son Loki, 19 months, in Nottingham. She says:
Nathan and I had sex about ten weeks after Loki was born, and I think that was too soon. I'd always been a size eight, but by then I was a size 16, so I felt flabby and undesirable.
I needed 12 stitches after the birth, which was uncomfortable, and the first fortnight after Loki's birth I was up all night breast-feeding, and felt drained and anxious.
I think I was putting too much pressure on myself to be the perfect wife and mother, and having sex and getting my body back in shape was part of that.
I was worn out from being a new mother, but started being brutally strict about my diet and spent hours exercising in my front room after I'd put Loki to bed.
I was worried Nathan might not be as attracted to me and was determined to get back to the old me.
Nathan didn't pester me for sex, but I could tell he missed the intimacy. Looking back, I should have been a bit more relaxed. It wouldn't have mattered if I'd taken everything a bit slower and given myself more time to recover. Though we weren't intimate for the first two months, we were still affectionate and often snuggled up on the sofa.
It's taken us a while to get back into the swing of things, and though our sex life isn't quite as exciting as it used to be, we're getting there. We used to have sex five times a week, but now it's once or twice if we're lucky.
I wouldn't recommend any woman sleeping with her partner until she's had the recommended six-week check. I think ten weeks was probably too early for us to resume a physical relationship. You need time to heal mentally, as well as physically.
NATHAN SAYS: I didn't feel the need to jump back into having sex, partly because those first few weeks were very tiring. I was at the birth and it looked pretty painful.
I knew Aileen needed time to recover. I was more than happy to wait until she was ready. Our sex life is as normal as it can be now and I'm happy with it.
Anara Ashwood, 37, is a dance therapist who lives with her two children, Gaia, nine, and Eden, five, in East Sussex. Anara and her former partner are separated. She says:
I gave birth to my children at home without pain relief. It was a wonderful experience, but having sex afterwards was the last thing on my mind. After I had Gaia, it was five months before my partner and I made love, and I admit I was terrified it would be painful.
I'd been so caught up in the euphoria of motherhood that I didn't even think about sex. Breast-feeding wasn't comfortable and, anyway, I wanted to give my body time to heal.
My former partner never pressured me, and was supportive and patient. I think having a newborn in the house affected his sex drive, too — he didn't seem that concerned about whether we had sex or not.
We found other ways of being intimate, such as kissing and cuddling. I think couples should worry less about the sex and think more about the deeper connection that can result from having a baby.
When we finally had sex, it was better than it was before I gave birth.
I was more sensitive and felt more connected. After the birth of my second child, I waited three years before having sex. In part that was because my partner and I separated when I was three months pregnant, but having two babies changed things completely for me, too.
My entire focus was the children. I felt overjoyed about motherhood and content to simply be a mum of two.
I didn't have a strong sex drive, and finding a new partner or dating again at that stage just didn't interest me. When I did finally have sex again, I slept with a man who I'd known for a while. We were close, but it didn't turn into a relationship.
I'm ready to meet someone else and have a long-term relationship, but sex after having two children is never going to be as big a part of my life as it was before.
Taraneh Satari, 23, lives with her partner, Simon Haigh, 30, a decorator, and their 22-month-old daughter, Elisia, in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. She says:
The moment I discovered I was pregnant, my sex drive waned because I was terrified about harming my unborn baby.
As a result, Simon and I weren't intimate at all during my pregnancy. After Elisia was born, the last thing on my mind was sex. I felt completely drained, and breast-feeding took up a lot of time and energy.
My body had changed dramatically, and I felt overwhelmed by motherhood. Elisia often cried in the night and I didn't know how to appease her.
On one occasion, I was so tired she slid off my lap onto the carpet. She wasn't hurt, but I was devastated, and ended up with postnatal depression.
I didn't feel attractive or sexually inclined. After six weeks we tried to make love, but I couldn't go through with it.
I didn't even like Simon touching my breasts because it felt wrong — they were for feeding.
Every time I rejected Simon, he sat on the end of the bed and stared into the distance. He said he understood and that it wasn't my fault, but I knew I was hurting him and that made my depression worse.
Simon tried to wine and dine me to bring some romance back, but nothing worked and after a couple of months he stopped trying.
In August 2011, Simon moved out. We hadn't been intimate throughout the pregnancy or after it, and I think he felt utterly rejected. Four months later, though, he moved back in.
We'd missed each other so much that we didn't want to break up, and we're determined to make things work.
We're in a healthy physical relationship again after almost two years without sex. We're not love-struck puppies, but we've found the right balance.
Gina Ford shouldn't make women feel like failures for not being able to resume a physical relationship with their partners immediately after giving birth.
A lot of new mothers suffer from postnatal depression and feel insecure about their abilities as a mother.
SIMON SAYS: Taraneh was worried about hurting the baby when she was pregnant, so I didn't mind that we didn't have sex.
I knew it wasn't because she didn't want me.
After Elisia was born, we were overwhelmed by the late nights and constant crying, so I didn't have the energy for sex straightaway.
It was only when we had not made love for several months that it became a problem.
I started to feel rejected, and that knocked my confidence. The fact that Taraneh didn't want to sleep with me made me feel insecure. She always pushed me away and wouldn't let me kiss her or touch her.
After I moved out, I missed her and my daughter every day. We're working hard to make our relationship work now. Being the father of a young baby is never easy, and it takes a real man to stick around when things get tough.
I understand that Taraneh struggled after becoming a mother, but I love her enormously and we're stronger than ever now.
Parenting guru Gina Ford caused a storm recently when she said in her new book that women should be having sex with their partners within four to six weeks of giving birth.
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WTA Legends rally in support of Love & Love Tennis Foundation
The 2018 Annalee Thurston Award reception was hosted by Original 9 member Rosie Casals at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden on March 11.
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Katrina Adams, Chairman of the Board and President of the USTA, was this year's Annalee Thurston Award Honoree. (Getty Images)
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This year's event raised funds for the Love & Love Tennis Foundation, founded by Rosie Casals and Tory Fretz in 2015 to promote grass roots and junior tennis in the Coachella Valley. (Getty Images)
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The first Vicki Berner Heart & Spirit Award was presented by Fretz, Casals and Billie Jean King to 17-year-old Tatiana Harvey, a local tennis standout. (Getty Images)
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Live and silent auctions were held, with prizes ranging from tennis memorabilia to once-in-a-lifetime tennis experiences. (Getty Images)
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Billie Jean made a successful bid for 'Group Lesson', an artwork by famed Looney Tunes cartoonist Lee Holly. (Getty Images)
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Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova joined the fun, and donated their time for a pro-am. (Getty Images)
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Two lucky - and very generous - businessmen successfully bid for the chance for a private match with two of the WTA's all-time greats. (WTA)


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The Bookie's Runner by Brendan Gisby
Genre: Non-Fiction, Biography/Memoir
Type: Novella
Price: $0.99
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Bob Dylan wrote the classic song Knockin' on Heaven's Door and thereby unforgettably marked the passing of an otherwise insignificant character in the movie Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid.
Brendan Gisby has written this utterly beautiful novella to honour the short life of his father, a man of seemingly as little significance.
The story is narrated with haunting subtlety, rhythm and depth of feeling by his teenage son as he takes a bus ride back to school for the first day of a new term where he will have to announce his father's sudden death and deal with the resultant reactions without bursting into tears.
He also has to come to terms with the fact that, on reflection, there is a huge amount he doesn't know about his father and that all he is really left with are snippets of personal memories.
Make no mistake, The Bookie's Runner is a modern masterpiece and, in writing it, Brendan Gisby has not only honoured his father, he has ennobled him.
What they're saying about it:
"This book is nothing short of gorgeous. It may be one of the most poignant books I have ever read."--Tiffany Harkleroad, reviewer, Tiffany's Bookshelf
"It is too late to read this before Brendan's Dad died and to put things right, and that would somewhat undermine the point of the book, but there is time yet to read it before you do. Yes, it is one of those books for sure."--Tim Roux, author and publisher
The Island of Whispers by Brendan Gisby
Genre: Literary Fiction, Fantasy
Type: Novel
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Set on a beautiful islet lying in the shadow of the world-famous Forth Railway Bridge in Scotland, this superbly written tale centres on the creatures who inhabit it – a huge colony of rats who have made their home beneath the crumbling ruins of the monastery. 'Home' is hardly the word for the native black creatures, however, who live under the cruel dictatorship of the larger brown rats who took over the colony when they first arrived in their masses from a passing foreign ship.
Of the original black rats, Twisted Foot is a rodent on a mission, and one cannot help but feel compassion for our protagonist as he carries us along with him through his trials and tribulations, until finally deciding to take matters into his own hands and make a bid for freedom.
This is a delightful and cleverly constructed story. With his excellent powers of description, Brendan Gisby has produced an enthralling and utterly fascinating book – and one which is an absolute must for anyone who has ever read and enjoyed Watership Down.
What they're saying about it:
"Brendan Gisby, with his cast of larger-than-life furry characters, sheds imaginative new light on a host of lessons societies everywhere need to be reminded of. The principles, motives and actions of his most powerful rats mirror perfectly many of the human beings who manipulate all the rest of us. An outstanding accomplishment!" ~ Tom Winton, author
"Reminiscent of Richard Adams' Watership Down, Brendan Gisby's novel is a mesmerizing tale of conquest, enslavement and yearning for a life of freedom from oppression and harm." ~ George Polley, blogger and writer


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With both Graeme and Muir showing good form recently many believed, including the two eager teams, that any victory was going to be a hard fought for one. At the end Muir lost in all departments except the toss which they won and sent in Graeme to bat.
The two openers notched up a 132 run partnership with Mark Amm finishing on 62 runs and Romario Fritz going on to score a mammoth 152 runs after batting wonderfully in a flawless 4 hour innings. Fritz faced 196 balls which including despatching 9 of them for four and 8 of them over the rope for six!
Setting Muir 319 runs for victory it looked like this would be a long day in the office for Muir who needed to chase down the total at nearly five runs an over.
However Muir College were never allowed to settle as the Graeme speedsters, Siphesihle Madlongolwana and Sihle Mginywa set about dismantling the Muir batting lineout in devastating fashion. Madlongolwana finished with 5/11 and his partner, Mginywa 5/14 to have Muir rolled over for just 25 runs in 12 overs!
Add to those performances the 5 catches taken by Chris Gleaves behind the stumps and we have one of the most complete performances by a Graeme College team in history, who surpassed their 1986 performance against Union High who that shot out for 28 runs.
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Here is an excerpt from the article I wrote last week about my discussions with SAP's Sanjay Poonen on the topic of M2M. "Sanjay and I spent quite a bit of time talking about where mobile security is going, beyond MDM. From MDM to Mobile App Management, to Secure Content Management, to eventually M2M (machine-to-machine) communications. He talked about how this field will have a big impact in SAP's plans. In fact, Sanjay had just chaired a conference call with about 50 SAP internal people to brainstorm about M2M, and there is a great deal of excitement around SAP's plans in this area."
Perhaps it is early, but not too early to begin pondering the strategic value of M2M in your company. What machines, sensors, facilities, security systems, vehicles, plant equipment, supplies and materials would it be valuable for your ERP and other systems to automatically communicate with? What automatic monitoring data would be useful for your operations?
Canal and irrigation management systems are regularly using M2M technology today in remote sensors to record and wirelessly transmit water levels, the statuses of gates and to adjust water levels.
Utility companies are one of the biggest users of M2M technologies. Their assets (lines, substations, transformers, pipelines, storage tanks etc) are in remote locations and remote M2M sensors and wireless chips can monitor their statuses and report to a central location.
Fleet management systems also take advantage of M2M. Vehicles report their location, speed, fuel usage, hours of operation, repair and maintenance needs all automatically using M2M. This is machine's sending data automatically to other machines.
Vending machine companies today are widely using M2M technologies that enable their vending machines to automatically report inventory levels and other information from the kiosk or vending machine. You can imagine the savings in efficiencies if the route driver knows in advance exactly what each vending machine needs, and when it needs it to maximize sales and productivity.
Manufacturing plants can be revolutionized by the use of M2M technologies. Can you imagine having a central team managing plants around the world from one location that is receiving and processing M2M communications from all of the equipment in all the plants? Wow!
Large companies can end up having massive amounts of M2M data flowing into the company. The next challenge of course is what to do with it. M2M data looks just like data coming in from a smartphone. The data from a Yes or No answer on a smartphone app, looks just like M2M data reporting the gate is open in yard #3. IT departments need to ensure the data is secure and accurate. They need to monitor and track all of their M2M technologies and wireless embedded chips to ensure they are working properly and the data is good. This data needs to be integrated with the right systems. The systems need to understand what to do with it.
M2M communications can be the front-end data collection mechanisms for many systems. The automated inputs for all kinds of business processes. Big Data technologies and business analytics to quickly interpret the meaning of all the data and to translate it into a form that can help managers make good real-time data driven decisions in the field. These alerts and notifications can be sent to the mobile devices of managers no matter their locations for quick and immediate responses.
M2M systems can reuse many of the same mobile middleware, mobile device management, integration, provisioning and security components that are used for supporting enterprise mobility today. The main challenge will be developing an enterprise-wide M2M strategy, and since this is also the big challenge with enterprise mobility, we may have to wait in line.
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By NICO SCAVELLA
TWO families in need of school preparation relief received free notebooks, textbooks, and even uniforms yesterday from the Urban Renewal Commission's Back to School Programme yesterday.
The Johnson and Thompson families were the first of many inner-city families in New Providence to receive school supplies from Urban Renewal for the 2014-2015 school year.
Yesterday's donations took place at Evangelistic Temple during the announcement of the Urban Renewal Foundation's sponsorship of the Urban Renewal Commission's Back to School Programme.
Alicetine Johnson, a married mother with ten children, said the free supplies have taken a load off her shoulders.
"I'm grateful and I feel that this is really nice what they're doing because it's difficult out there, especially if you're not working," she said. "It's really difficult because sometimes you go out there and you look for jobs, but it's very frustrating. When your kids say 'Mommy, we don't have this' and 'we don't have that' and they constantly remind you because they want to go to school, but you don't know where the supplies coming from.
"I thank God for programmes like this and God touching people heart to know that there are people out there in need. I can't put into words how grateful I am for the assistance I get from this programme, Social Services and any assistance I can get."
Children in both the Thompson and Johnson families each received a backpack filled with three notebooks, pencils and pencil sharpeners, geometry sets, a ruler, glue, crayons, and uniforms (if needed).
According to Peter Bates, URF council member, the foundation is "cognisant that school preparation is taxing and stressful for many parents and guardians."
He said it was a "personal honour as a Bahamian" to give back to the community through the foundation.
"Come Monday, all across the Bahamas, thousands of children will be going to public and private schools," he said. "All agree that getting children ready for school can be an expensive and stressful exercise.
"For unemployed parents and guardians, getting children ready for school is a real challenge, and they need assistance."
"The Urban Renewal Foundation is pleased to have sponsored the Urban Renewal Commission Back to School Programme, donating school supplies to needy children at this time of school opening for the 2014/2015 school year."
Mr Bates said each Urban Renewal Centre will on Friday distribute more school supplies to each of the nine Urban Renewal centres in New Providence that will help "some 400" needy children in their respective communities.
Additionally, he said the foundation would also invite the Minister of Grand Bahama Michael Darville to accept its donation for Family Islands that house Urban Renewal centres, such as Grand Bahama, Abaco, Andros, Cat Island, and Eleuthera.
The one exception would be Andros, in which he said Urban Renewal co-chairs Algernon Allen and Cynthia "Mother" Pratt would distribute the supplies.
Mrs Pratt, in thanking the foundation, acknowledged the current task for Urban Renewal is "difficult and the needs are real".
She said she felt "qualified" to speak on behalf of the struggling mothers and families because she "knows what it feels like," and failing to conduct initiatives like the Back to School Programme would result in more crime in the country.
"I believe I qualify to talk about this because I lived it," Mrs Pratt said. "My mother had 16 children and I know the many days when I didn't even know if I would have a uniform because she just didn't have it. And so today, there are thousands of teen mothers, single mothers, who have four, five, six children going to school, unemployed.
"There's scores of them out there like that, and as much as we say 'Why are you having those amount of children?' the children are here.
"There's no need to complain about 'why' now. They're here, and therefore we have to help them.
"If we don't, that's what leads to criminality, because if they don't get an education that's where they'll end up, nine times out of ten."
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Chorus of approval for Frontier world first
Digital radio technology innovator Frontier Smart Technologies has unveiled Chorus 4 – the world's first integrated Smart Radio chip – to power a new generation of solutions for radios offering internet connectivity, DAB / DAB+ and FM.
The Cambridge UK business launches the first of these new solutions, Venice X, at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (April 13-16).
Venice X is a cost-optimised, customisable turnkey system which enables brands and manufacturers to build high quality Smart Radios quickly and cost-effectively.
Smart Radios are the fastest growing category in the digital radio market, with sales volumes currently growing at 30 per cent per year.
By combining internet, DAB / DAB+ and FM in a single device, Smart Radios provide end-users with a complete range of listening options – including a rapidly growing number of DAB / DAB+ services, thousands of Internet radio stations, online music services, such as Amazon Music and Spotify, and podcasts from around the world.
The inclusion of DAB and FM ensures that the radio can operate even when there is no internet connectivity, for example outdoors, or if users want to use less power or data. Additional features include Bluetooth and full colour user displays.
Frontier CEO Anthony Sethill, said: "Venice X is a cost-optimised solution, based on the world's first dedicated Smart Radio silicon, Chorus 4. Offering IP, DAB and FM in a single integrated package, at a lower cost than any comparable solution, Venice X offers brands the opportunity to develop Smart Radios at truly mass-market prices."
Venice X enters mass production at the end of April.
Frontier Smart Technologies is a pioneer in technologies for digital radio and Smart IoT devices. Customers include Bose, Denon, harman/kardon, JBL, Onkyo, Panasonic, Sony, Yamaha, Altec Lansing, Blaupunkt, Grundig, Hama, Klipsch, Marshall, Pioneer, Pure, Roberts, TechniSat, Teufel and many more.
Frontier is the first independent system integrator to be authorised by Spotify as part of its new Approved Certification Partner programme for Spotify Connect.


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What KingFisher, EFCC's Twitter Handler Said After Quitting Job
This evening, as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) unveiled the Kingpin behind its Twitter Handle, it came with an exit news.
F.Shaw KingFisher was acknowledged for his impressive works in time past, tweeting rigorously for the Anti-graft agency.
EFCC tweeted this:
"You are an excellent communicator; you are special. Good luck for the future and thank you for your service @FshawKingFisher, "The Handler"".
Shortly after this, KingFisher took to his Twitter to express the quest for a new phone as he ventures in the career ahead.
"Oh wow… gonna need a new phone", he tweeted.
As pleasant comments roll in for KingFisher while he drops work at EFCC's desk, he also established that he doesn't intend to be limelight under such platform he is now.
"Well this isn't exactly how I planned to be famous. Thought i'd be kissing Eva Mendez in the sunset….oh well… thanks guys", he also tweeted.
The reason behind KingFisher's exit is still unknown but he is certainly leaving on a good note with respected impacts as expressed by the anti-graft agency.


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Love in the Digital Age: Survey Says TiVo Improves Relationships
National Survey Indicates TV Technology Is Changing Relationships for the Better; Relationship Expert, Comedian and Author Greg Behrendt Gives TiVo a "Thumbs Up" for Nurturing Relationships and Announces the TiVo Date Night In Sweepstakes
ALVISO, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 05/04/11 -- Despite popular belief, television and technology can actually be used to help, rather than harm, a relationship. According to TiVo's "Turn on the Love" survey*, TiVo users spend more quality time together and are twice as likely as generic DVR users to put down their laptop during quality time at home.
According to the survey, 86 percent of TiVo users spend at least one hour a night plus weekends with their significant other, as opposed to just 75 percent of non-TiVo users.
"Plopping on the couch alone to watch sports for hours a day, sleeping next to your smart phone, or compulsively surfing the Internet can have a negative impact on a relationship, but there are smart ways that technology can actually help couples communicate more," said renowned comedian and co-author of "He's Just Not that into You," Greg Behrendt. "Using TiVo's access to music and movies increases a couple's exposure to entertainment and pop culture which are light, but very real topics for a couple to bond over on a daily basis. In home entertainment certainly helps busy couples turn off daily stresses and create a romantic date night in."
Among its findings, the "TiVo Turn on the Love" survey revealed...
- Love may be found in a box. TiVo users indicated that since bringing home the device, romance has improved in their home (73 percent of TiVo respondents). Some TiVo users have even reported it has improved their sex life (5 percent).
- Drama and sports come with more kisses. More than half of TiVo respondents will pause dramatic television shows for a smooch (54 percent), and a third of respondents will even pause their favorite team's games for a kiss (33 percent).
- The definition of romance is broadening. While dining out still ranks first as the most romantic activity with a significant other, a night in to watch TV or a movie is a close second. And with more to watch/experience, TiVo users are more likely to classify a night in with their significant other as romantic, quality time (71 percent v. 60 percent of non-TiVo users).
- Remote control wars are nearing the end.TiVo is helping couples keep the peace, as TiVo users fight less over the remote on a monthly basis (9 percent v. 11 percent of non-TiVo users).
- Keep this recording. Despite the increase in romance thanks to television technology, a third of all survey respondents say they've "accidentally" deleted their partner's recordings to make room for their own (31 percent).
"We record all of the shows that we watch regularly," said an anonymous TiVo respondent. "TiVo has made watching television far more enjoyable, since we can now watch shows we're actually interested in anytime. It has eliminated disputes about watching one show versus another since we can record multiple shows at once (we have 3 TiVos!)."
Greg has these and more tips for couples when it comes to using technology to help your relationship:
- Disconnect to reconnect with your partner. There is nothing wrong with checking your smart phone in your spare time, but when it butts into your dinner date or intimate moments it's becoming a problem. Discuss your relationship phone policy so there are no miscommunications half way through the night.
- Timing is everything. In a good relationship, you know your partner is always thinking about ways to be considerate and score points in your relationship. If your honey is bummed because they will be missing their favorite show, have their program recorded and ready to watch when they get home. Just add popcorn, and you've changed their day from bad to good without paying a cent.
- Old can be as good (or even better!) than new. When planning a date night in, don't just search the new releases for movies that your partner might like. Think about their favorite classic movie actor or even better, turn them on to something that had a big effect on you. Use TiVo Collections to browse and show someone who you are or used to be by discovering niche classics they'll love.
- Spontaneity and fluidity are key. In any relationship it's important to remain spontaneous and change up daily plans at a moment's notice. TiVo allows you to go with the flow and watch the events and sports games when you get back, putting your partner's needs first.
- Sometimes a song says it best. Take out or a home cooked meal can take an evening from average to special. Just a few clicks of the TiVo remote and you'll have access to 800,000 songs on Pandora so let the music do the talking.
TiVo Premiere, the world's first Smart DVR can help today's Romeos and Juliets plan a romantic date night in by using their partner's recently viewed content to recommend movies and shows that they will love. The mood can be further set with music from Pandora, Live365, Rhapsody or Music Choice.
TiVo users no longer have to settle for just "watching TV." Now there is Brilliant TV, which puts them at the center of their own entertainment universe. From movies and shows to web videos and music you can get virtually anything you want, whenever you want it.
In celebration of TiVo's ability to improve relationships, the company is hosting the TiVo Date Night In Sweepstakes. One lucky winner will receive a prize pack that consists of a TiVo Premiere DVR; one year of free TiVo service; one TiVo wireless G network adapter; flowers from 1-800-Flowers.com delivered to the winner's significant other valued at $100; and a $100 gift certificate to Restaurant.com for the couple's romantic dinner. Those interested in improving their relationship with TiVo Premiere can enter for a chance to win at facebook.com/tivo.
* TiVo's "TiVo Turn on the Love" Survey, conducted March, 2011
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About Greg Behrendt
Greg Behrendt is the co-author of the three-million-copy bestseller He's Just Not that into You. He has established himself as a voice of reason and inspiration for all of us negotiating, and sometimes drowning in, the treacherous waters of romantic relationships. His work as a stand-up comedian has been seen on HBO, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, Late Night with Conan O'Brien and Comedy Central.
Smart DVR. Brilliant T.V. - About TiVo Inc.
Founded in 1997, TiVo Inc. (NASDAQ: TIVO) developed the first commercially available digital video recorder (DVR). TiVo offers the TiVo service and TiVo DVRs directly to consumers online at www.tivo.com and through third-party retailers. TiVo also distributes its technology and services through solutions tailored for cable, satellite and broadcasting companies. Since its founding, TiVo has evolved into the ultimate single solution media center by combining its patented DVR technologies and universal cable box capabilities with the ability to aggregate, search, and deliver millions of pieces of broadband, cable, and broadcast content directly to the television. An economical, one-stop-shop for in-home entertainment, TiVo's intuitive functionality and ease of use puts viewers in control by enabling them to effortlessly navigate the best digital entertainment content available through one box, with one remote, and one user interface, delivering the most dynamic user experience on the market today. TiVo also continues to weave itself into the fabric of the media industry by providing interactive advertising solutions and audience research and measurement ratings services to the television industry. www.tivo.com
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The prestigious TIF Board Meetings take place throughout the year in different countries around the world. This meeting essentially addresses the various important plans and issues being faced by the Thalassemia patients and the related individuals in the field of Thalassemia all around the world. This year, the prestigious TIF Board of Directors Meeting took place in Fujeirah, United Arab Emirates from 7-8 April 2019. The 2 days meeting consisted of multiple meetings in Fujeirah and Ras Al Khaimah. Emirates Thalassemia Society was officially invited to attend the TIF Board of Directors Meeting on the second day, which was held in the newly built Thalassemia Center in Ras Al Khaimah. Her Highness Sheikha Sheikha, Board Member of TIF and Chair Person of Emirates Thalassemia Society was welcomed by the RAK Thalassemia Center Staff accompanied by the other attendees of the meeting including Mr Panos- TIF President, Dr Androulla- Executive Director of TIF, Mr Abdul Baset Mohd Merdas Vice Chairman of the Society and Mrs Khalida CEO and Executive Secretary of the Society. After touring the newly built facility, Her Highness was escorted and the meeting commenced with a welcome message and an insightful presentation about the Emirates Thalassemia Society's services to their patients. This meeting witnessed the planning and scheduling of the upcoming PAN Arab Conference, along with some very interesting and active updates of the Thalassemia services in different countries like Iran, UK, USA, Greece, India, Pakistan, Cyprus and UAE. The meeting ended successfully with a rich outcome of many future plans to stabilize and better the situation of Thalassemia patients around the world.
It is also in this meeting that the Vice Chairman Mr Abdul Baset Mohd Merdas was announced and welcomed as the new TIF Board Member.


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On October 18th, Keith & Kristyn Getty, along with their troupe of talented instrumentalists, will be coming to Columbia for a fun filled day of events all leading up to their evening concert taking place @ 7:00pm in the Sanctuary of First Baptist Columbia. It's a free concert, and no ticket is required to attend, but a love offering will be taken up during the performance.
The other events of the day start in the morning and extend to early afternoon focusing on teaching and workshops designed to help worship leaders, pastors, and church musicians lead their congregations in deeper and more personal worship.
The concert is free but if you want to attend all of the workshop events then please click here to go to their website and purchase tickets, as well as find out more information about the entire days events.
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The 17.2" continuous top 1913 Picatinny rail allows you to mount iron sights, optics and any other accessories without additional rail sections. The hand guard is constructed of 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum and finished with an optional Mil-Spec type III hard coat black anodizing. The Magpul M-Lok system allows users to customize the hand guard with rail sections and direct mount accessories.
The MLA has a precision bore to fit the proprietary barrel nut which removes any unwanted play and ensures an exact fit!! Installation requires a 1-5/16" crows foot wrench (not included) for the barrel nut; standard AR-10 barrel nut wrenches will not work with this hand guard system. These rails are some of the lightest you will find anywhere!
If you are looking for a unique look, light weight, and quality forend then this is it!
*DPMS High Profile Rail Height*
Technical Information:
Material: Hard Coat Anodized Aluminum Handguard, 7075-T6 Barrel Nut
Stainless Steel Key Seat
Precision Bore
1913 Picatinny Continuous Top Rail
Accepts M-Lok Rail Sections & Accessories (2x 5 slot sections included)
Requires 1-5/16" Crowfoot Wrench (not included)
Weight is 14 oz. with barrel nut
Rails will ship in raw aluminum if Hard Black option is not selected
Rail length is measured along the top
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Posted by Unknown on 25th Feb 2019
Fast shipping, excellent finish, excellent fit, excellent function. Will buy more.
Posted by Ron Holbrook on 16th Aug 2018
This is my second one, there was no doubt i was buying
Another handguard from jl on my current build....
Posted by GSR-V on 17th Mar 2017
after waiting almost 2 years to buy a handguard for my ambi mega arms maten receiver set, i found JLB. it was hard to find something that looks bad ass, fits perfect, and excellent quality. got my 17.2" rail the same week i ordered it and they were very helpful in answering my questions upon purchase making my decision! thanks JLB!
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I was looking to buy a new handguard to pair up with an 18" Noveske barrel. I had my mind set on a Diamondhead angle cut handguard (15"), that is, until I came across JLbillet! Great quality, awesome finish, length is perfect, I'll definitely be buying here again!
Posted by Terry G. on 17th Feb 2017
17.2" angle cut DPMS high profile
Shipped fast and was packaged securely. Unpacked it, put it on the scale and, just like advertised, 13.26oz with barrel nut. Mocked it up to my Mega receiver and it fit perfect. I'll be ordering another for my 5.56 SBR. 100% recommend this product.
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Handguard was exactly what it's said to be. Super light and looks amazing. Will be using these handguards for any future builds.
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I want to start off by saying that during the current gun climate in the us be patient with all venders they have had a huge influx of orders
With that out of the way to the rail it is everything they advertise the machine work is spot on. I ordered mine bare witch is less forgiving there is no coating to cover imperfection . But there are no imperfections to cover perfection
Ones my rifle is all cericoated and assembled I will post pics so people have a better idea of what it looks like installed on an 18" Barrel
Posted by Unknown on 8th May 2016
Love it! Excellent machining..will order again!
Thanks JL billet for a great product!
Posted by Derryl Vickers,Sr. on 5th May 2016
Paired the 17.2 " Angle Cut High Profile Mlok Handguard with the Contrast Cut Modular Buttstock and Titanium VPR Muzzle Brake for a completely awesome look,feel, and function. One of the lightest hand guards available, with smooth edges and a comfortable feel in the hand. I did have to ever so slightly modify the barrel nut to install the gas tube, otherwise, fitment is good. The top rails lined up perfectly. Anodized finish is smooth and even. Overall I'm pleased with the purchase of this hand guard.
Posted by Mark Buechle on 25th Feb 2016
Just put this on my AR10 .22-250 upper and love it. Machining, fit & finish is top notch. I very much like the design and low weight. I use this upper for prairie dog blasting so the barrel should benefit from the cooling airflow this hand guard provides. Very easy install and solid. These guys shipped fast. I ordered on Wed. and received the following Mon. Was going to put a MOE on my .308 carbine upper but am now rethinking.
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How to Insulate a Backpacking Camping Tent
Knowing how to insulate a backpacking camping tent is vital for winter camping. Often, the insulators that come to mind can not be used due to weather conditions. Knowing how to insulate your backpacking tent for all winter weather conditions becomes vital. The following steps are designed for medium to harsh winter conditions which require proper insulation.
Step 1 – Locate the Site for Your Camp
Locating a spot for your overnight camping is vital. A spot with a flat area, trees, and some sort of dried straw, needles, or leaves is ideal. If the only site available is snow covered then choose a flat area of snow covered land.
Step 2 – Prepare the Camp Area
If the camping area is snow covered then begin digging. Dig a square area that is the only 1/2 inch larger on all 4 sides than your tent. Since your tent will slide into this dug out snow you will want to dig down as far as possible. At least a foot is vital but 2 feet is better. You will also need to make sure the area is placed between 2 trees. This placement will be vital in insulating your camp site.
Step 3 – Place Your Tent
Place your backpacking camping tent in the dug out snow. Secure any loose areas with extra snow. This is serving 2 purposes. The snow is insulation from wind and it keeps the camping tent from being blown over during the night.
Step 4 – Insulate the Outer Tent
Take your rope and run it between to trees. Stretch the length of the rope just a bit longer than your camping tent and with the idea of blocking the wind in mind. After the rope has been strung place the tarp centered over the rope so that if falls on either side of the tent. Move to the corners of the tarp and cut a small incision on each corner. String rope through each incision and using the snow stakes secure the tarp down on the corners. You will want to pull the tarp as close to the tent as possible.
Step 5 – Insulate the Interior
To insulate the interior of the backpacking camp tent you will need to utilize the camping foam. Make sure that your sleeping bag is off the tent floor. Collect stones from around the campsite and heat them in your fire. Wrap them in flannel and place them near your sleeping area. Utilize any natural insulation such as leaves on the inside of the tent by packing them around the walls of the tent.
The only extras for insulating your backpacking camping tent are heavier duty snow spikes, a larger tarp, and some extra rope. Insulating the tent is a matter of knowing what to use around you to insulate your backpacking camping tent and how to put it all together. Once you have that knowledge the rest falls into place.


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Reg Howe: BIS swaps seem meant to stretch out paper gold
12:25a ET Thursday, July 15, 2010
Dear Friend of GATA and Gold:
Reginald H. Howe of GoldenSextant.com, plaintiff in the 2000 federal lawsuit against the Bank for International Settlements for gold market manipulation, analyzes the recent massive gold swaps undertaken by the BIS and figures that they are likely "the latest technique for giving official support to an increasingly shaky gold banking business," a way of "increasing the ratio of paper claims on gold to the underlying amount of available real metal." Howe concludes: "The growing reluctance of central banks to part with whatever gold they have left can only be a positive development for committed gold investors."
Howe's analysis is headlined "Gold Derivatives Update: BIS Swaps" and you can find it at the Golden Sextant here:
CHRIS POWELL, Secretary/Treasurer
Gold Anti-Trust Action Committee Inc.
Sona Resources Expects Positive Cash Flow from Blackdome,
Plans Aggressive Exploration of Elizabeth Gold Property
On May 18, 2010, Sona Resources Corp. (TSXV: SYS, Frankfurt: QS7) announced the release of a preliminary economic assessment for gold production at its flagship Blackdome and Elizabeth properties in British Columbia.
Sona Executive Chairman Nick Ferris says: "We view this as a baseline scenario for gold production. The project is highly sensitive to the price of gold. A conservative valuation of gold at $1,093 per ounce would result in a pre-tax cash flow of $54 million. The assessment indicates that underground mining at the two sites would recover 183,600 ounces of gold and 62,500 ounces of silver. Permitting and infrastructure are already in place for processing ore at the Blackdome mill, with a 200-tonne per day throughput over an eight-year mine life. Our near-term goal is to continue aggressive exploration at Elizabeth and develop a million-plus-ounce gold resource, commencing production in 2013."
For complete information on Sona Resources Corp. please visit: www.SonaResources.com
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Prophecy to Become Coal Producer This Year
with 1.5 Billion Tonnes of Resource
Prophecy Resource Corp. (TSX.V: PCY) announced on May 11 that it has entered into a mine services agreement with Leighton Asia Ltd. to begin coal production this year. Production will begin with a 250,000-tonne starter pit as planned in August, with production advancing to 2 million tonnes per year in 2011. Prophecy is fully funded to production and its management team includes John Morganti, Arnold Armstrong, and Rob McEwen.
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Prepaid & fintech
Date: Thursday, 18 July, 6pm
Time: 18.00 – 20.00
Location: Equinix – the home of Open Banking Excellence: 11 Devonshire Square, London, EC2M 4YR.
Ladies and Gentlemen, Open Banking Pioneers!
We really look forward to welcoming you all this Thursday, 18 July to our Prepaid & Fintech evening. As you know, it will be our last time together before 'school is out for summer', so we thought now is a good time to dial up the Open Banking debate!
At the beginning of the year David Head from Mastercard compared our preparations for the September deadline as getting ready for school. Last month we dug a bit deeper and started a quality discussion, the highlights of which you can see on our website.
This month is promising to be even better, and we have just the line-up to end this season on a high!
Clive Williams
Meet Clive Williams, Director of PSG International Ltd (PSG), a boutique consultancy focusing on the FinTech and payments sector. PSG's Project and 'Interim Management' solutions help International, European and UK businesses seeking payments knowledge and resources.
After holding senior roles in the payment sector since 1977 with companies like First Data, PrePay Solutions, PayPoint and SVS, Clive formed his own Company in 2011. PSG initially focused and serviced the prepaid verticals and has since broadened its offering, and currently works in other specialised areas such as APMs, Digital, Open Banking payments (PISP), as well as prepaid globally.
PSG's client list includes the likes of Center Parcs, Tesco, WHSmith, Kingfisher Group, Primark, Etam, Lego, Esprit and Harrods.
Jim Wadsworth
Clive will be joined by Jim Wadsworth, Senior Vice President, Open Banking at Vocalink Mastercard. Jim has run businesses for market leaders such as NatWest, Barclaycard, JP Morgan and Vodafone in his more than 20-year career in the payments industry.
He has also led start-ups such as Simpay and has a strong track record of successfully building, launching and managing innovative payments products and businesses.
He joined Vocalink in 2012 and until early 2019 led its core UK business, alongside which he developed and launched strategic propositions across areas such as alternative payments (mobile, digital) and data insights (Vocalink Analytics). He is now leading Mastercard's new Open Banking business.
Carol Heath
We are also delighted to have with us Carol Heath, VP Partner Relationships at Konsentus. Carol has 40 years of experience in the financial services industry, much of which has involved managing strategic partnerships. She has held senior positions in business development at Visa Europe managing debit and prepaid card portfolios.
Carol is now helping to drive the Konsentus TPP and regulatory service through key partnerships. Konsentus provides financial institutions with regulatory checks of third-party providers (TPPs), eIDAS Seal Certificate checking and consent and preference management services through a SaaS platform. This enables them to comply with EU regulations and provide open banking services to their customers while ensuring they are only providing data to TPPs who are regulated, and have obtained the customers "explicit" consent to use their data.
For those of you who will be attending for the first time, we have a place around our camp fire reserved for you, with our trademark pizzas, healthy snacks and drinks, at Equinix – The Home of Open Banking Excellence. If you've not already registered, here's the link.
We'd love you to join us.
Helen, Marie, Tatyana and Dom
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Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde was born in Dublin on 16 October 1854. Wilde was educated at Trinity College, Dublin and Magdalen College, Oxford. While at Oxford, Wilde became involved in the aesthetic movement. After he graduated, he moved to London to pursue a literary career.
His output was diverse. A first volume of his poetry was published in 1881 but as well as composing verse, he contributed to publications such as the 'Pall Mall Gazette', wrote fairy stories and published a novel 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' (1891). His greatest talent was for writing plays, and he produced a string of extremely popular comedies including 'Lady Windermere's Fan' (1892), 'An Ideal Husband (1895)' and 'The Importance of Being Earnest' (1895). 'Salomé' was performed in Paris in 1896.
Drama and tragedy marred Wilde's private life. He married Constance Lloyd in 1884 and they had two sons, but in 1891 Wilde began an affair with Lord Alfred Douglas, nicknamed 'Bosie'. In April 1895, Wilde sued Bosie's father, the Marquis of Queensberry, for libel, after the Marquis has accused him of being homosexual. Wilde lost and, after details of his private life were revealed during the trial, was arrested and tried for gross indecency. He was sentenced to two years of hard labour. While in prison he composed a long letter to Douglas, posthumously published under the title 'De Profundis' . His wife took their children to Switzerland and adopted the name 'Holland'. Wilde was released with his health irrevocably damaged and his reputation ruined. He spent the rest of his life in Europe, publishing 'The Ballad of Reading Gaol' in 1898. He died in Paris on 30 November 1900.
Oscar Wilde was also attracted by the mysterious flair of Oxford which was an inspiration for him. Find your own inspiration in Oxford and widen your horizon by expanding your English language skills. EC Oxford will help you not only to understand Wilde's quotes but also everybody else you will meet during your journey insight and outside the school.
Learn more about him at our Movie afternoon next week (September 15) at EC Oxford. Join our classes to learn English and enjoy your afternoon taking part in one of our activities from the leisure program.
Or check our library for one of his famous works "The picture of Dorian Gray."
"Keep love in your heart. A life without it is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead."


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Professional irrigation shop open to the public
20 King William Street Kent Town SA 5067
Pump arrived this morning - less than 24 hours after ordering. Great service. This is my first purchase from you, but it won't be my last.. Well done.
You hardly ever get the chance to write a 5 star review but they earned it. Helpful and obliging....
The best service ever, friendly cheerful knowledgeable, forgot what customer service was supposed to be like until I walked into Waterpro at Kent Town, you guys rock!!! Thank you for all your valued help. Hands in the air woohoo!
Good team, friendly, and professional. Have been using them for many years and will continue to do so!!
After having bad experiences at other irrigation suppliers I now know that Waterpro are the best in town. Great service! Great prices!
Great team to deal with and know what they are talking about and great delivery service.
The service and staff go above and beyond. Keep up the great work!


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Heated Poultry Waterer
Provides clean water to the flock year-round. Internal heater keeps water flowing in temperatures as low as -20°F.
We've listened to your feedback and have introduced several improvements over the previous version:
- Larger capacity (3 gal)
- Secure, interlocking lid
- Heavy-duty handle for carrying and hanging
- Detachable cord for non-winter use
- Lid is secured to the base via unique interlocking tabs
- Conical lid shape to prevent birds from perching and soiling waterer
- Insulated lid traps warmer air inside waterer
- Integrated lid handle can be used for both carrying and hanging
- Electrical cord length has been increased to 16' to allow more flexibility without using extension cords
- Built-in thermostat turns heating element on at 40°F and off at 60°F
- (3) recessed nipples are a drip-catch design.
- Capacity: 3 gal (12 qt)
- Bucket Dimensions: 9"H, 13"Dia
- Overall Height: 14"H
- Suited for: Up to 35 adult birds
- 100-watt heater
- Detachable 16 ft grounded electrical cord
- (3) replacement nipples included. Additional drip-catch nipples can be purchased separately.
How to Use
The detachable cord can be stowed separately during warmer months.
The electrical plug cap (used during summer months) fits over a nub on the bottom of the bucket.
Nipples should be placed just above the birds' heads. The birds should stretch up slightly to drink.
A few tricks for dealing with stubborn birds:
- Remove all other sources of water. Place the new nipple waterer in the old waterer's location.
- Bring a bird's beak directly to the nipple waterer and flick the nipple. You may have to activate the nipple with the bird's beak to demonstrate the new water source. (See video above.)
- Place a sunflower seed in the drip trough. When the bird pecks at the seed, it will discover the new water source.
- Use a red laser pointer to direct chickens to the nipple. Similar to house cats, our chickens will chase and follow the red light. (This was inadvertently discovered by our photo dept and is now our go-to method for getting camera-shy birds to cooperate.)
You don't have to train every bird in the flock. Just a few will do. Once the first chickens begin drinking, others will follow.
Warning: Risk of electrical shock—Connect only to a branch circuit protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot verify that the circuit is protected by a GFCI.
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Water nipples for chickens, ducks and other poultry. Side-facing with drip-catch design to reduce moisture build-up in the coop.$1.00
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Useful length of cord for having around the farm. Hang poultry waterers and feeders. Attach wire panels and gates.$1.50
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Use to connect wire panels and hang poultry waterers and feeders.$2.70
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Use to connect wire panels and hang poultry waterers and feeders.$7.60
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An inexpensive all-purpose chore bucket. Use to feed or water sheep, goats and chickens.$7.90
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An inexpensive all-purpose chore bucket. Use to feed or water sheep, goats and chickens.$2.10
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Use this all natural additive to keep your poultry and livestock waterer systems clean.$10.25
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A natural source of energy and nutrients. Produces healthier, more productive chickens, turkeys, ducks and guineas.$32.00
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Cassandra M from Ontario, Canada
Love the waterer. Water stays clean. Easy to mount. Still need to test out the heating element for the Canadian winters. Electrical cable is long enough to allow for flexibility of install location.
Did not like shipping method as it incurred an additional $63.85 of brokerage fees from FedEx on top of the $50 USD FedEx shipping fee, when shipped to Canada. Other shipping methods should be offered to be more affordable. Look up fedex.ca/ancillary to assess your potential fees. Hence the 4 star rating. Unit becomes unaffordable.
Ramzi A from New Hampshire
This waterer is leaps and bounds better than the previous one I was using. The detachable cord helps cut down on mess for the 9 months when its not sub freezing. The size is perfect for my 6 chickens and lasts several days. The water stays crystal clear and I'm not worried anymore about them drinking anything bad.
The only thing its lacking, and the reason I only gave 4 stars, is that it would be nice to be able to see how much water is in it. Other than that, this thing is awesome.
Vickie B from North Carolina
Right now not using the heater! But so far it's great & chickens have adapted to it good.
Sande M from West Virginia
I've debated on purchasing these containers for awhile. I'm glad I finally made the purchase. I cannot speak to how the heated portion works as of yet since we are heading into summer but the chickens have taken to the nipple drinking quickly. I showed one bird how to drink and she taught the rest. I do wish they came in a larger size. If they did I would give it a 5-Star for sure.
Maura Z from Connecticut
My girls love their new waterer almost as much as I do! In fact, I am going to purchase a second one to use outdoors for free ranging. I did discover that using a 5 gallon bucket was ideal. I just needed to add a paver for my littlest girl to step up and reach the nipple.


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All New Stories Beginning in June 2018
We start ordering in March 2018 for the books we will receive in May 2018, and if we don't know you want it we might not stock it on our shelves. There are 1000's of comic book titles, and while we try to keep a wide variety to appeal to new customers, we DON'T HAVE ROOM for every single title to fit on our displays. So, if you are up to date on when new titles or new story arcs that you want to read are coming out, you can have us order it and it will be waiting for you! Pre-order or start a subscription today!
**Secret Tip - If you wait until the month a book comes out to order it, you might not get it until 2 weeks after the release date, or a month, or never (sold out)!
New From Marvel June 2018
Due to Marvel's latest "Fresh Start" campaign, there are going to be a LOT of #1's coming up. Here is June's sampling....
From the cusp of tomorrow's dreams to the forefront of imagination, one man always soars on the cutting edge of adventure!
You know his name. Tony Stark is Iron Man.
And Iron Man...is an idea. Always changing. Always evolving. An idea without limit!
Take wing with DAN SLOTT (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN) and Valerio Schiti (GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY) as they propel the ultimate Self-Made Hero to new heights of inventiveness!
Tony Stark is Iron Man. The future is now. Strap in!
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Skottie Young and Nic Klein bring you the craziest tales of the Regeneratin' Degenerate yet! It's been a while since Deadpool's had to merc to make ends meet, but things are tough all over. While Deadpool tries to get his humble mercenary-for-hire business back off the ground, a catastrophic threat so unfathomably huge, so mind-breakingly cataclysmic it defies description, is heading toward Earth, and there's only ONE PERSON WHO CAN STOP IT!!!
Oh no, wait...it's not Wade, is it? Oh, %$@#. It's Wade.
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The blockbuster Black Panther film has everyone talking about Wakanda's best warriors, the fierce Dora Milaje! Now witness the Dora outside of Wakanda - and in Spider-Man's world! When the Dora catch wind of a Wakandan threat causing trouble in New York, they'll leap into action - with or without their king. Don't miss Okoye, Ayo and Aneka on a globe-trotting mission to protect the realm at any cost. WAKANDA FOREVER starts here!
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Thor Odinson has regained his mantle - and with it, a wild new world of trouble on his mighty hands! The artifacts of Asgard have been scattered across the earth, and to reclaim them, Thor will have to face some ugly truths. Like the production cost of hundreds of new hammers! And the Thunder God is going to need every last one of them if he's going to stop the unstoppable Juggernaut. Jason Aaron takes the Prince of Asgard in a whole new direction with YOUNG GUN artist Mike Del Mundo joining him at the helm! And don't miss the latest chapter of the King Thor saga with acclaimed BLACK BOLT artist Christian Ward, as the Thor of the far future encounters an old friend who's undergone some startling changes.
Rated T+
You'd never notice the man. He doesn't like to be noticed. He's quiet. Calm. Never complains. If someone were to walk up and shoot him in the head... all he'd do is die.
Until night falls. And someone else gets up again.
The man's name is Banner.
The horror is THE IMMORTAL HULK.
Rated T+
Wasp was just trying to help Ant-Man get home to Earth to see his daughter...but a little problem got in the way. Very little. Subatomic, in fact, as Scott Lang was lost in the vast spaces between atoms! Now, Nadia is his only hope of rescue...if only he would listen long enough for her to save them! From master storyteller Mark Waid (CAPTAIN AMERICA, CHAMPIONS) and Marvel Young Gun artist Javier Garrón (SECRET WARRIORS, STAR-LORD) comes a story of a big journey getting smaller all the time!
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A handful of people's favorite X-Man - Jamie Madrox - was alive for a while. Then he was dead. Now he's not. But he will be again if he doesn't kill himself trying to make sure he doesn't die. It makes sense when you read it. Trust us. In his fight to not die, Jamie has stumbled across a threat even greater than his own death, but fixing it might make it worse. Can he save the world from himself?
On top of all that, the X-Men are mad at him now, and a mysterious new group of foes is after him, too. We can't tell you who they are, but they're pretty great.
Rated T+
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The Eye of Agamotto is closed! Doctor Stephen Strange has lost his connection to the Earth's arcane power, and he can't wait to recover while nightmares press against the seams of our reality. Tony Stark offers a 21st-century solution: When astral travel fails, try astronautical travel. Enter Doctor Strange: Space-Explorer Supreme! New spells, allies and enemies - new and old - await Strange beyond the stars, along with corners and secrets of the Marvel Universe seen here for the first time! Space is endless, but time is short. After years of threats, Stephen's bill for magic use is coming due - who will come to collect?!
Rated T+
...but is that really such a good thing?
The greatest hero that the Marvel Universe ever forgot has returned! The Sentry - shining sentinel with the power of a thousand exploding suns - is back from the dead, but his troubled mind is far from finding peace. By day, he trudges through a mundane life as Bob Reynolds; at night, the Sentry soars across a gleaming, perfect skyline. But how much of the Sentry's dual existence is real? And what of his dark other self, the Void?
Jeff Lemire (MOON KNIGHT, Black Hammer) returns to Marvel and unites with Kim Jacinto (AVENGERS: NO SURRENDER) for this mind-bending series that will shake the Sentry, and the Marvel Universe, to its foundations.
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There is but one place in the Multiverse where VICTOR VON DOOM holds no sway. A spot where even DOOM can be judged and tamed. A place that houses...THE COUNCIL OF REEDS. Can Doom escape with his life in order to save BEN & JOHNNY?
Rated T+
The Brooklyn punk scene has never been cooler with DAZZLER's new band taking center stage. But while she's trying to find herself and reconnect to the one thing she's always loved, Dazzler stumbles upon a truly toxic part of the underground punk scene. When a new and violent gang threatens the young Inhuman fans that follow her from venue to venue, Dazzler may have to turn to her own past to provide some guidance--and butt kicking.
Written by the Eisner-nominated Magdalene Visaggio, and drawn by the incredible Laura Braga, DAZZLER: X SONG is an energetic epic that you won't want to miss.
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When the leader of an interdimensional force is captured by a brutal dictator, they reach out to their old friends ANT-MAN & THE WASP! But...uh...you see, SCOTT LANG is not exactly the Ant-Man who helped them all those years ago...he's AN Ant-Man, but not THAT Ant-Man...but when the fate of freedom hangs in the balance, Scott Lang has no choice but to try and fill the shoes of his mentor, Hank Pym, as Ant-Man and the Wasp fly once again!
Written and drawn by comics legends RALPH MACCHIO and ANDREA DI VITO, you won't want to miss the epic intergalactic conflict...or the return of the LIVING ERASER!
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The astonishing Ant-Man is in trouble! But when his daughter Cassie calls Spider-Man for help, Spidey finds out he's not the only hero in town! West Coast bigshot Hawkeye, A.K.A. Kate Bishop, is already on the case. They'll soon discover that two shots are better than one - especially when you're facing Taskmaster, the villain who can mirror any fighting move! It's a triple dose of heroes in Marvel's latest all-ages adventure!
The city of Alphatron is in the grip of a crime wave, as the terrifying Jack "The Chef" Smiley has unified all criminal organizations with his ruthlessness and strategic genius. Not content with brutally murdering his victims, Smiley also feasts upon their flesh. The citizens live in fear and the police have been directly targeted.
The city is in dire need of a hero. It will not get one...
...but it will get what it deserves. STARBOY.
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New From DC and Dark Horse June 2018
o A Viking revenge saga inspired by Lone Wolf and Cub.
o 28 page issues!
o Deluxe cover stock.
o The return of Fray!
o The Reckoning will be the culmination of all the Buffy seasons!
o From the creator of Henchgirl!
o Rafer Roberts (A&A: The Adventures of Archer and Armstrong) makes his Dark Horse debut!
Brand-new horror from Nick Keller (Death Head), Conor Nolan (Jim Henson's The Storyteller: Giants), and Kelly Fitzpatrick (Shade the Changing Girl).
NEW from Image, IDW, Dynamite, and BOOM! Starting in JUNE 2018
*The prequel to the new Bumblebee film (coming this winter), geared toward a younger audience!
Writer JODY LEHEUP (SHIRTLESS BEAR-FIGHTER!), artist NATHAN FOX (DMZ, HAUNT, Dark Reign: Zodiac), and colorist DAVE STEWART (Hellboy, RUMBLE) present a full-throttle, widescreen science fiction epic about the damage we do in the name of justice and what it truly means to be redeemed...You don't want to miss THE WEATHERMAN!
In this issue The Scientist H. Duke sends Sherwood on a salvage mission and gives counsel to the troubled boy in his charge.
PROXIMA CENTAURI will be six issues of PSYCHEDELIC SCIENCE FANTASY ACTION COMIC BOOK DRAMA starring Sherwood Breadcoat, "The Scientist" Duke Herzog, Dr. EXT the Time Traveler, the ghost M. Parasol, Shakey the Space Wizard, and Dhog Dahog.
Vampirella hunts down a sexual predator in order to feed her insatiable thirst for blood. While tracking him down to a Philadelphia nightclub, Evily the Witch bars her path. They clash and the plan is thwarted. Do they both decide to team up against him, or remain at odds? Whatever the means, Vampi vows to get revenge!
* Roses for the Dead #1 Box Set Exclusive Cover featuring all-new cover art by Kristina Deak-Linsner and signed by Linsner
* Roses for the Dead #1 Box Set Exclusive Cover featuring limited cover art variation by Joe Michael-Linsner and signed by Linsner
* A Complete Set of All Regular Edition Covers - by Billy Tucci and Joe Michael Linsner - of Roses for the Dead #1
* A Complete Set of all Retailer Exclusive Covers - by Billy Tucci and Joe Michael Linsner - of Roses for the Dead #1
* The Roses for the Dead #1 Blank Authentix Cover
* A limited edition print featuring the cover art of Roses for the Dead #1 Billy Tucci cover signed by Tucci
* A limited edition print featuring the cover art of Roses for the Dead #1 Joe Michael Linsner cover signed by Linsner
* A special Vampirella-themed box!
Strictly limited, this box set is only available from Dynamite and limited to initial orders only.
Aspiring documentarian (and actual Chemistry major) Jane has recently reunited with her former best friend Heather, amateur urban explorer. When a trip into an abandoned industrial building leads them to another world, their plan begins to unfold.create a documentary about the world and become filthy, filthy rich. The other side of the portal is filled with monsters, magic and a chance for a whole new life. All they have to do is step through...
* Your new source for Regular Show content!
Other New Books Starting in JUNE 2018
Explore science fiction and archeology in this new adventure series by Zack Kaplan (Eclipse, Port of Earth) and Alvaro Sarraseca (Magnus, Turok).
This all-new adventure for Aspen's preeminent hero sees her attempt to navigate an ever-changing world where The Blue are not only present above the surface-but exploited in new and dangerous ways. When a rival nation to The States decides to take control of the global landscape by tapping into the power of The Blue, Aspen Matthews discovers that a new adversary has risen to challenge the notion that she is the most powerful person on the planet-and humanity may suffer the consequences!
Michael Turner and Aspen Comics' flagship title commemorates its landmark twenty years since its debut in grand fashion! The superstar creative team of Ron Marz (Green Lantern, Witchblade) and Siya Oum (Lola XOXO) are on board to deliver Fathom, and the iconic heroine, Aspen Matthews, to a new generation of readers as well as loyal fans alike!
New readers and fans alike can find everything they need to know about Aspen's flagship title in this new Michael Turner's Fathom 15 Year Anniversary Primer issue! Journey under the surface with Aspen Matthews and the awe-inspiring world of The Blue once again, and check out never-before-seen commentary, art and creator secrets in anticipation of Volume 7 and more...All for only a quarter! These Aspen Anniversary edition primer issues are the perfect compliment to discover more about Aspen's upcoming slate of new and returning titles!
From his groundbreaking creations of Fathom and Soulfire, to his award-winning run on DC Comics and Marvel's most iconic covers, superstar Michael Turner's career and life spanned an amazing journey that fans and readers alike can now commemorate with this amazing special! This Legacy issue captures everything you'll ever need to know about Turner in addition to rare photographs and artwork from his career, special memories from colleagues and much, much more!
All net proceeds from this tribute issue will be donated to the American Cancer Society.
In the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, Spain, a covert scientist discovers that possessing valuable data that could change the world comes with a dangerous price. However, it may be far too late for him to escape before the powers that be come to collect! Meanwhile, on the other side of the world, a loving suburban family makes a similar discovery, that the world is indeed much smaller than it seems, and no one is safe!
Don't miss the thrilling opening chapter to Aspen's newest action-adventure series from creator Frank Mastromauro (Shrugged, Overtaken), artist Marco Lorenzana and colorist Justice!
This is a limited edition collector's book published in cooperation with KISS, an aesthetic throwback to the glory days of the poster magazines that flew off shelves in the 1970s and '80s but with a contemporary perspective and-like all FANTASM Media Group products-printed on the highest-quality paper and produced by the fans for the fans.
You Wanted the Best...You Got the Best!
SHADOW ROADS is the set in the world that remains after the conclusion of Cullen Bunn, Brian Hurtt and Bill Crabtree's critically-acclaimed series, The Sixth Gun.
In this issue, writer Mallory Ortberg (co-founder of THE TOAST) joins series artists CJ Cannon and Nick Filardi to tell the tale of KROMBOPULOS MICHAEL, the professional assassin who just loves killin'. Discover the roots of Rick's relationship with the galaxy-trotting killer with no code of ethics: children, animals, old people... it doesn't matter!
Nash is a trucker, he also sees ghosts, and when the moon is on the rise and violence threatens his friends... He roams as a wolf... As the Highway Beast!
When Nash takes on a mysterious hitchhiker heading for Tucson, he and his friends are dragged headfirst into his biggest and most dangerous adventure yet!
From the writer of Quarry and Road to Perdition, Max Allan Collins!
London's new queenpin of crime - the brutal and beautiful Hoodette!
Brand new comic adventure featuring the Seventh Doctor as played by Sylvester McCoy and Ace as played by Sophie Aldred!
Includes short back-up strip, written by Richard Dinnick (Twelfth Doctor) with art by Jessica Martin (Doctor Who Actress)
And That's Not All….!!
This list doesn't even touch all of the Manga, new Hardcover Editions, Trade Paperbacks (collections of comic books in one bound edition), or Graphic Novels (complete original story not featured in a monthly) – not to mention all of the toys, statues, and apparel that come out every month! That would be at least 7 more of these articles, every month! I'm just going to stick to comics for now. If you are interested in finding out about all of the rest (and get yours before they sell out!), just come on down to the shop for an in-depth look in the Previews book, or take one home for about $4 - which also gets you a free copy of Image+ (normally $2). While you are in for a visit, don't forget to set up your subscription or pre-order. You can even pre-fill a form at home and drop it by. Stop by at least once a month to check out the new stuff and pick up your subscription…


text: CallumDr Posted on January 6, 2018 by Kolade Olamide Tell us about yourself. I have lived in Wolverhampton since birth and have always had a strong interest in music (due to my family, especially my mom). I'm 24 years old and studied music performance at school. I then went on to study music technology at university which is where I began creating electronic music. I listen to so much music I don't really have a preference on what genre I like to listen to but Hip/Hop R&B I go to a lot. . . . Tell us about yourself as an artist. I took music performance in sixth form where I was originally a singer. It really brought me out of my shell and gave me a lot of confidence going forward so thank you to Mrs Christie. During this time I was primarily singing on acoustic tracks and rock tracks from artists such as Velvet Revolver, Mumford and Sons, Bombay Bicycle Club and Enter Shikari. Being in a band with such talented people is always a big help. I have to give a shout out to them all for starting off what I have become now. Richard Wilson and Sean Collins were incredible guitarist and singers. Ben Jogee was an amazing drummer and still continues to be with his band in Dante's Eclipse; Jess Obrien was a pleasure to sing with as well as Carly Dixon. One person who I have continued to work with after school is Tehilla Henry. She's such an incredibly talented musician and vocalist. My very first produced track was with Tehilla and was an acoustic track. Going to study music technology at university was where I fully started making music in my own name and music I was passionate about and interested in. CallumDr is literally just my first name with the first 2 letters of my last name so no crazy story about my name. . . . Tell us about the genre of your music. I always thought I would continue to make acoustic music but when I started my music tech course and heard all the music everyone was producing I was really eager to give electronic a go. I suddenly had the tools and knowledge I needed to make music from the comfort of my home on my laptop. I would say I prominently make Tropical house or Future house. I want 2018 to be a changing point for what I make. I listen to a lot of Chill-Hop and artists like Gyvus and Guggenz have inspired me to give it a go. I would also like to get back into singing after hearing Joji- "Will He" (amazing track) but I don't know how likely this is to happen. . . . Tell us about the instrumentation. "Together" is primarily made up of old school electronic pianos and 80s bass. The drums have the trip hop vibe I'm going for and just a typical 808. The vocal samples are from Splice, which is a very good website to grab samples from which are royalty free. I'd be sure to recommend it to any artist looking to get some inspiration or a starting point. . . . Tell us about the problems you are facing as a musician. I think one of the biggest issues facing all musicians is getting exposure and being different. It's so easy to get a laptop and make music now that the competition to come out on top is so much more difficult, even just to be recognized for what you make is hard. Never give up and just be yourself is what I would say. . . . Tell us about the recording and production of the song. Everything is recorded within Logic Pro X. I use Massive a lot because of the amount of different things you can do within it. I always find that tweaking a sound is best in Massive; it has a very good interface. I play the drums in with the drum pads on my keyboard starting with the kick and then building it up. I'm not the best with Chords on a keyboard I always find the Logic Pro X app that is available on IPhone and IPad is very useful. I can programme it to play the chords I'm after. The tracks itself took about 2 weeks until I found the right mix. . . . List the names of blogs, radio or TV stations that have supported you so far. Dancing Astronaut Music You Wanna Listen To Poule D'or Meska Music Beatjolt Music Is My Life Casablanca Sunset . . . Tell us more about your music career, experience and future goals. I've been actively using Soundcloud now for 3 years, creating electronic music. I have worked with a range of singers from around the world. Tasha Turner from Australia, Dupree Sauve from New Jersey and Beatrice Johansson from Copenhagen. I have done live shows with the school band I was in in the local area and these were always a lot of fun. For my future goals I just want to keep on creating music people will listen to and enjoy but also experiment with my own sound. . . . Brief us what inspires you to write, compose and sing. My family are a big inspiration to start music especially from my mom, I always remember her playing Organ in the house when I was growing up, it's always been something I've wanted to get involved in. My family and friends are always the ones who hear the songs first because they will give me an honest opinion and these are the people who I want to enjoy my music the most. My music will always have a story to tell from my experiences growing up and from recent experiences of love and love lost. . . . Brief us the top-secret behind making a hit song. In today's music I just think it needs to be catchy to be a hit, whether that's on a commercial or underground level. . . . Tell the kind of advice you will give to an upcoming artist. Never give up on the sound you are interested in even if it's not gaining the support you want. There will be that one track that pulls people into your style. Use websites like Submit hub to get real feedback from blogs about your tracks. Collaborate is something I would recommend too. You learn so much from people's different ways of working and thinking. . . . Discuss at length your music careers, albums, songs, tours, recognition or awards you might have obtained. As already mentioned I began with an acoustic track for my first ever release with Tehilla Henry. I was then really interested in doing more electronic music. I produced "Minutes Of Midnight" which is my first electronic Tropical house track. I loved the instrumental and found a singer (Beatrice Johansson) using a website called Twine.fm. Having a fully completed track with vocals took about 3 months but it was such a rewarding experience. From then on I have just produced tracks a similar way to this. My most popular tracks are "Ukiyo" and "Majime". These tracks are really inspired by japan and its culture, from big drums to small plucking sounds. I'm pretty new to making music so I don't really have a long career of music. At the end of 2017 I released two 5-track projects of compilations of my work throughout the past 3 years. One is titled "Heartbreak" and follows my solo tracks and probably my most popular work with my two Chinese titled tracks "Ukiyo" and "Majime". My second project is titled "Lifetime". This consists of all my tracks with features and some of my most personal tracks. . . . Tell us how you write your lyrics, compose, sing and record in the studio. I don't write any of the lyrics to my songs with features they are all written by the vocalists. I usually just send the track off with a title and a short description of what the track is about, all the singers I have worked with are incredibly talented with making the lyrics perfect for the track. All my music is created at home on my laptop using my keyboard and drum machine. Once I have the vocals sent back on email I just put them in the track and mix them to the instrumental. . . . Name the artists you are willing to collaborate with. There's so many incredible artists around I would work with anyone to be honest. If I could work with somebody famous it would definitely be Pharrell. He's such a talented musician and producer. But who would turn down a feature with Drake as well. There are too many to list. . . . State the links to your social networks and stores for purchase of your songs. All my tracks are free to listen to and some have free download links below https://soundcloud.com/callumd4815 https://www.instagram.com/callumdrummond94/ . . . Tell us about your happiest day and saddest day. Such a difficult question because I've had so many amazing experiences and I'm a generally happy person, and it takes a lot to make me feel sad. My saddest day is probably easier but the person who made it the saddest day doesn't deserve a mention. . . . Tell us how you will spend a million dollars. I would move my family and friends into a nice house in a warm country with a big pool to relax at. Maybe do some traveling as well. I've probably spent more than a million with this answer. . . . Tell us about your song. "Together" is the start of a new set of tracks I will be releasing throughout the start of 2018 and hopefully the start of some more chill-hop tracks. It's a 80s inspired track that you could sit in a whiskey lounge and listen to. It's also the first track from my third project which is currently untitled. . . . Tell us how you manage other activities with your music career. Being able to create music on my laptop is great because any free time I have I can just work on tracks, so it's pretty easy to balance my life. . . . Tell us five artists you can regard as legends. Michael Jackson (Of Course) Justin Timberlake Drake Brockhampton (Getting there) Kendrick Lamar . . . Tell us your future plans pertaining music. I hope to be able to release a full album on streaming services such as Apple music and Spotify. Maybe 2019. . . . Tell us what you think about creativity and originality in music. Music is moving in such a different direction especially in R&B and Hip Hop. It seems to be moving away from how lyrically good people are and how catchy a beat is, I mean look at artists like Lil Pump and Lil Yachty. I enjoy both but there's never a lot to their songs. Someone like Kendrick Lamar is still proving that lyrical artists have a part to play. Electronically there's a lot going on in the underground scene with some really strange sounds being used. It's difficult for musicians to be original and be popular now because it's just not what people will listen to in their free time or what radios will play. The way someone looks seems to have a bigger influence now. . . . Tell us the major reason you are into music. My family is the biggest reason. . . . Tell us your view on old school music and new school music in terms of preference. I love both old school and new school. It seems like a lot of 80s references are coming back into electronic dance music at the moment. As new musicians, listening to old music really gives fresh ideas to add to what's currently going on and bring new trends around. . . . Tell us your most memorable day as an artist. I always remember playing a show on the waters front in Baden Baden in Germany with the school band. It was a crazy experience to be in another country playing the music we loved. . . . Tell us what you would do for the people if you found yourself in a position of power. Oh wow I can barely get myself out of bed in the morning. I would make sure we all get episodes of Stranger Things and The Walking Dead faster. Share this:TwitterRedditFacebookEmailWhatsAppPinterestLinkedInTumblrPrintSkypeLike this:Like Loading... Related


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Bangladeshis complain of Bahrain rally 'coercion'
Some Bangladeshi expatriates in Bahrain say they have been forced to take part in pro-government rallies.
They have told the BBC that their enforced participation has provoked retaliatory attacks from the country's majority Shia population.
A Bangladeshi community leader said that two expatriate workers had been killed on Tuesday and shops owned by Bangladeshis were attacked.
The authorities in Bahrain have not commented on the claims.
There are 100,000 Bangladeshi expatriate workers in Bahrain, more than 300,000 Indian expatriate workers, 60,000 Pakistanis and about 30,000 Nepalis.
India and Nepal both say that their citizens are safe, but advised them to keep a low profile.
Pakistan says there are no plans to repatriate its nationals despite reports that a Pakistani was killed and four others were injured by protesters in the capital city, Manama, on Sunday.
Correspondents say that the position of Bangladeshis and Pakistanis in Bahrain is especially dangerous because they are Sunni Muslims caught up in what is partly a sectarian conflict.
Bangladeshi expatriates estimate that about 50,000 Bangladeshis are living in the "danger area" in and around Manama.
They say that many of these people are shopkeepers who have not been able to leave their houses for three days.
Fazlul Karim, president of the Society for Bangladeshi Workers in Bahrain, told the BBC Bengali service that some expatriates in the capital had recently been forced to take part in pro-government rallies and had afterwards been attacked by Shia protesters.
He said the only thing that all expatriates wanted was better security so that they could leave their homes in safety and return to their jobs.
The authorities in the island state have not commented on the claims, although they have repeatedly stressed that they will do their utmost to protect innocent expatriates caught up in the violence.
But Bangladeshi community leaders say that the security forces are nowhere to be seen in many parts of Manama.
"We are a little worried," Mohammed Sayeed, President of the Bahrain Bangladesh Society said.
"If the situation gets any worse thousands of people will want to leave."