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Italy hands Nazi-looted Renaissance sculpture from the Uffizi to Germany
Andrea della Robbia's Mary Magdalene was acquired by Hermann Göring in 1941
New perspectives on an Old Master: Andrea Mantegna show to open in Turin
Exhibition at Palazzo Madama promises an impressive number of works—and a fresh view of the Renaissance master's legacy
Pioneering Renaissance artists Sofonisba Anguissola and Lavinia Fontana are united for Prado show
Exhibition in Madrid will include more than 60 works by the two painters and will "break the idea of small works being clichés of female artists"
NewsConservation & Preservation
Renaissance woman Plautilla Nelli's Last Supper unveiled after restoration in Florence
Seven-metre painting offers "canvas proof" that self-taught nun ran an all-female workshop in her convent 450 years ago
PreviewLeonardo da Vinci
Leonardo at the Louvre: an exclusive first look at this year's biggest blockbuster
We reveal the research and science behind the monograph exhibition exploring the Renaissance painter's artistic evolution
Science provides first deep dive into overlooked female Old Master Lavinia Fontana's work
After a grant enabled conservation on a much-loved painting, researchers at the National Gallery of Ireland are learning more about the artist's technique
Family claims quarter share of disputed Isleworth Mona Lisa
The painting, long the subject of an attribution dispute, is now at the centre of a legal conflict over ownership
Michelangelo for beginners, and a new view of the master's bronzes
Three new books offer fresh angles on the Renaissance master
After Leonardo, the spotlight is on Raphael for the 500th anniversary of his death next year
There will be a rash of shows on the Renaissance master, the largest will be in Rome
Another new Leonardo is a reason to be cheerful
The Virgin and Laughing Child was recently re-attributed as the artist's "only surviving sculpture"
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Three exhibitions to see in London this weekend
From Henry Moore's Helmet Heads at the Wallace Collection to Renaissance nudes at the Royal Academy of Arts
#Menudetoo: naked bodies in the Renaissance explored at the Royal Academy of Arts and in three new publications
Examining the many meanings—and inanities—ascribed to the unclothed human body in Western art
Burst of Venetian colour in largest show of Titians in Germany
Exhibition about the Venetian Renaissance at Frankfurt's Städel Museum also includes works by Giovanni Bellini and Jacopo Tintoretto
Antonello again? Sicilian master's golden moment continues in Milan
More than two-thirds of Antonello da Messina's 35 accepted autograph works are reunited for a show at Palazzo Reale
Restored Raphael cartoon gets new display at Milan's Biblioteca Ambrosiana
The full-scale preparatory drawing for the Vatican's School of Athens fresco is going back on view after a four-year restoration
Botticelli's violent stories have a contemporary resonance in #MeToo era
"Spalliera" panels depicting parables are reunited at Boston's Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum for the first time in 500 years
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Twelve Leonardo shows to open simultaneously in the UK to mark 500th anniversary of artist's death
Drawings from the Royal Collection go on show around the country this week before larger surveys in London and Edinburgh later in the year
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Restoration for early Renaissance pulpit will get the big-screen treatment
The 1301 carved pulpit will undergo a two-year intensive monitoring programme
Piero della Francesca exhibition at the State Hermitage Museum is largest ever—with 11 works
Half of movable works by Renaissance master included in St Petersburg show
Hands-on research underpins a pioneering chiaroscuro woodcut exhibition
Scientists and artists replicated the Renaissance design, inking and printing process
The Getty's Renaissance Nude explores issues of power and sexuality—but don't expect a #metoo reckoning
The show includes male and female examples for historic accuracy, its lead curator says
Big on Bruegel: Vienna museum assembles largest show on the artist
A literally once-in-a-lifetime exhibition at Kunsthistorisches Museum
Sidney Knafel's collection of French 16th- to 18th-century faïence promised to the Frick Collection
The collector's collection of 75 magnificent pieces
Renaissance prints as sources of images for maiolica and bronze reliefs
The interactions of Renaissance drawing, printing and ceramics
What books in paintings mean
The significance of books in works of art
Isenheim Altarpiece restoration finally back on track after public outcry
More than 30 conservators will treat paintings and sculptures, seven years after French culture ministry halted reckless cleaning of two panels
Reputations redeemed by art: two books examine what made Charles I and II great collectors but bad rulers
Despite the failings of the Stuart kings, their art collections stand in their favour, as exhibitions in the UK this year have shown
Tintoretto's 500th anniversary takes over Venice
The "avant-garde superstar" of the Renaissance is celebrated in his home city before works make rare trip to the US
Telling us why and how: a groundbreaking study of Veronese's techniques and paintings
These two books—very different in approach—analyse the process and works of the Italian Renaissance painter
Thinking with pictures: how images were used for philosophical thinking in the Early Modern period
A rich and fascinating book on what can rightly be called the art of philosophy
Italian museum discovers painting by Renaissance master Andrea Mantegna in its collection
The Accademia Carrara in Bergamo has re-attributed the 15th-century work Resurrection of Christ
BlogDiary of an art historian
Design or colour? Look to Titian
A shoestring trip to La Serenissima—and a thumbs-up for Simon Schama
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Lost art: the Fondaco dei Tedeschi frescoes by Titian and Giorgione
Noah Charney on works that we cannot see, but which remain as an influence to those who did see them
AnalysisTEFAF Maastricht 2018
Tefaf trends: Sweden is in, England is out, but Italy is always in vogue
Melanie Gerlis sets the scene for six specialist collecting categories at this year's Maastricht fair
FeatureLost art
Lost art: Field of the Cloth of Gold
Noah Charney on the hundreds of works that were described those who saw them as wondrous, but which were only ever meant to be temporary
Sittow survey in Washington, DC, helps celebrate 100 years of Estonian Republic
Court artist had an impressive roster of sitters including Mary Rose Tudor
NewsArt market
New discoveries add value to Old Master drawings
From Pontormo to Klimt, dealers invest in research in the hope of boosting prices
NewsLeonardo da Vinci
A new Leonardo? Scholarly show claims to reveal master's hand
Worcester Art Museum argues for reattribution of altarpiece panels by Verrocchio's workshop
BlogIn the frame
Anyone for art? Asad Raza's tennis court installation in a former Milan church was ace
Lucas van Leyden gets an oeuvre-spanning exhibit at the Pinakothek der Moderne
The Dutch engraver who influenced Rembrandt shines in Munich
Vasari: the artist who overshadowed himself
He is famous for his Lives, but his drawings deserve attention, too
Painting outclassed by bricks and mortar: on the arts in Rome under Clement VIII
Did the arts really flourish the Pope's patronage?
Where did it come from? On developments in icon painting
The source of a major change in icon painting may have been discovered
Deutschland über alles? On the early Renaissance art market
Contrary to popular opinion, the Early Renaissance German art market developed simultaneously with, not later than, those in Italy and the Low Countries
The Vivarini family: lesser-known protagonists of Venetian Renaissance painting
The trio from Murano steps out of the shadow of Bellini, Giorgione and Titian in new show
Tintoretto's Venetian masterpieces sparkle again
Cleaning and LED lighting give visitors a glimpse of how the space originally looked
Famous figures under scrutiny
New thinking about Da Vinci and Michelangelo considers their different approaches and the reception their work received
A fountain of scholarship: Jeremy Warren on Giambologna's Neptune Fountain
In a new book, the artist's project is seen from many angles
A swan-like artist: David Ekserdjian on the Renaissance master Andrea del Sarto
Draughtsmanship was one of the artist's finest skills
Pouring over the precious: James Yorke on luxury and sentimental objects
A survey of objects acquired between birth and death in early modern Europe that accompanies a Fitzwilliam exhibition
NewsOld Masters
The Cranachs and Luther, a beautiful friendship: Joachim Whaley on the Luther Decade
Part one of a series on Luther's favourite painter and publicist
NewsOld Masters
Luther, Cranach and political propaganda: Joachim Whaley on the Luther Decade
Part three of a series on Luther's favourite painter and publicist
NewsOld Masters
How the Cranachs made Luther unmistakable: Joachim Whaley on the Luther Decade
Part two of a series on Luther's favourite painter and publicist
The ultimate dynamic duo: a new monograph surveys Nicola and Giovanni Pisano
David Ekserdjian learns more from a monumental monograph on father and son
Antonio II Badile: An Italian Renaissance drawing collector and his family
Casting light on an overlooked but fascinating aspect of the Renaissance
'Lost Raphael' surfaces in Spain
The University of Granada says it has found an authentic copy of Raphael's Madonna of Foligno
Maiolica explained through the world's greatest collection of Renaissance decorative art
This book, linked to a current exhibition, explores the V&A's unrivalled holdings
ArchiveIsabella d'Este
Books: Isabella d'Este's hunt for a Leonardo painting
Isabella d'Este was not satisfied with an objet d'art and a drawing; she was determined to have Leonardo da Vinci paint her portrait
ArchiveLeonardo da Vinci
Elusive smile, elusive artist: is this really by Leonardo?
Despite a lavish, 300-page book and a high-profile presentation, strong doubts remain
ArchiveLeonardo da Vinci
A tale of two ladies
The mystery of Leonardo's Madonna of the Yarnwinder
ArchiveLeonardo da Vinci
Oxford to return RA's copy of The Last Supper
The copy by Leonardo's student is the most faithful extant work
ArchiveMusée du Louvre
Louvre's Leonardo conservation plan leads to resignation
Fears it will affect the sfumato of the piece are growing
ArchiveLeonardo da Vinci
The mysteries of Leonardo: A review of the National Gallery's new exhibition on the master
An exhibition catalogue that is erudite, sound and elegant—but for scholars, not the general reader
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Why the art world is crazy about Cranach
New technology is shedding light on an Old Master as the prolific, multi-talented artist enjoys a renaissance
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Anger over Louvre's plan to clean Leonardo's Virgin and Child with Saint Anne
Specialists fear artist's "smoky finish" effect may be harmed
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Salvator Mundi in London: Your first chance to see the "new" Leonardo
How the National Gallery negotiated a record eight loans including a long-lost canvas, Saviour of the World
Vatican lends Raphael's finest tapestries
Papal blessing and private funder for Victoria and Albert Museum's Sistine show
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Books: The continuities in Medieval and Renaissance art at the V&A
A deep look into the remarkable objects now on display in the museum's recently opened galleries
ArchiveLeonardo da Vinci
Fra Angelico to Leonardo: Italian Renaissance Drawings on display at the British Museum
A highly distinguished and expertly organised exhibition
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V&A plans £120m second phase of renewals
Medieval and Renaissance galleries crown phase one of museum's "Future Plan"
ArchiveVictoria & Albert Museum
10 new galleries showcasing 1800 treasures at the V&A
V&A renaissance
ArchiveVictoria & Albert Museum
No, not Madonna the singer in the V&A's new Medieval and Renaissance galleries
How the Victoria & Albert Museum's new Medieval and Renaissance galleries have dealt with our ignorance of Christianity
ArchiveLeonardo da Vinci
Cleaning shows that London's Virgin of the Rocks is nearly all by the artist's hand
After five years of research and conservation, Leonardo's masterpiece is once again looking its best
ArchiveLeonardo da Vinci
Queen to send Leonardos on UK tour
Celebrating Prince Charles' 60th with 10 of the master's best works
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Buccleuch family Leonardo found
Ninth Duke did not live to see his painting returned


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PHL-120 - Critical Thinking3 credits
The primary objectives of this course are to impart a functional ability to reason well and to improve the student's analytical skills and instincts. In addition to familiarizing the student with elementary methods of building strong arguments, the course is further designed to aid them in understanding the essential principles involved in the practice of reasoned decision making. The writing skills developed in this class will serve students across all academic disciplines and in the workplace.
Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block Humanities and Fine Arts requirements.

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Get hypnotized by the highest point in Africa – Mt. Kilimanjaro – in the midst of herds of elephant & giraffe at Amboseli. Let…
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Get hypnotized by the highest point in Africa – Mt. Kilimanjaro – in the midst of herds of elephant & giraffe at Amboseli. Let flamingoes charm you at Lake Nakuru while looking out for the odd rhino, and catch all the Big 5 plus possible hunts at Maasai Mara.
Nairobi - Amboseli - Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara
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Nairobi - AmboseliBreakfast, early morning depart for the drive via Namanga to Amboseli National Park, to arrive for lunch at the respective Lodge. Late afternoon game viewing drive. Dinner and overnight at the LODGE / CAMP.
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Ambles - Lake NakuruBreakfast at the lodge, en-route game drive as you return to Nairobi. Lunch at a Nairobi restaurant. Thereafter proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park, afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the LODGE / CAMP.
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Lake Nakuru - Maasai MaraAfter breakfast commence drive west past Mount Longonot and via Narok to the Maasai Mara National Reserve to arrive for lunch at the respective Lodge/Camp. Late afternoon game viewing drive. Dinner & overnight at the LODGE / CAMP.
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Maasai MaraMorning and late afternoon game viewing drives in this Reserve, with spectacular sceneries and diverse wildlife. All meals and overnight at the LODGE / CAMP.
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Maasai Mara - Nairobi - DepartAfter breakfast at the Lodge/Camp, embark on your return journey to Nairobi. On arrival in the early afternoon, you will be dropped off at the Holiday Inn Mayfair / Jacaranda Hotel (use of the room is excluded). Transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for scheduled International departure flight, 03 HOURS PRIOR TO FLIGHT DEPARTURE TIME. Optional – at an additional cost, clients can return to Nairobi from Maasai Mara on a scheduled light aircraft flight, departing Maasai Mara at about 11.00hrs to arrive Nairobi's Wilson Airport at 12.15hrs
- All transfers as per itinerary
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- Transportation during safari in 8-seater Land Cruiser/ Land Rover (use of the vehicle as per quotation)
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If you've heard of the Cayman Islands you've probably seen it mentioned in articles about tax dodging, or in expose of some billionaire who earned his money in dubious ways. There's nearly always a photo or some video footage of the harbor full of expensive yachts. This is a real destination where people travel to for a vacation though. There are some gorgeous beaches to explore, especially once you get beyond the 600 financial institutions and mailbox storefronts housing the 'headquarters" of the island's paper companies.
Most visitors to Grand Cayman keep to the capital of George Town and the length of the island that extends north from there. It is not surprising as the beautiful white sands of Seven Mile Beach are your postcard-perfect image of the quintessential Caribbean Island. This is also the stretch of the island with the most hotels and restaurants. However, if you rent a car in George Town after arriving, you then have the means and ability to explore the quieter side of Grand Cayman. Only 76 square miles and approximately 22 miles long, driving the island on your own is more than manageable. Be advised that Cayman follows the British rules of the road so you will be driving on the left hand side.
From George Town, you set out on the southern coast of the island taking the coastal road. First, you drive through the neighborhood of South Sound; an affluent area where it is not uncommon to see small, old Cayman houses sandwiched between oversized Florida-styled homes. Eventually, the homes start to recede and it is you and the lush Caribbean landscape. Beaches are dotted throughout the coast and you can stop and visit one any time as all beaches are public on the Cayman Islands.
Flip-flops, Jerks, and "Conservation Lager"
You eventually come the the infamous (well, by Cayman standards anyway) Flip Flop tree. It even has its own Facebook page. It began as a project to draw attention to the garbage polluting Grand Cayman's shores and to encourage recycling. For tourists, it is an obligatory photo op.
Soon after you come to the Cayman Brewery. If you time it right you can visit the brewery and take a tour. Tours are given Monday through Friday from 9:00am – 4:00pm with private tours available at different hours if you have enough people. The tour is less than 30 minutes or you can just stop in and get samples of the day's production. Home to four brews; Caybrew, Caybrew Light, Ironshore Bock and White Tip Lager, the White Tip Lager is considered the world's first conservation lager. Five cents from every can of White Tip beer sold goes to the Sharks and Cetaceans project, an international shark awareness campaign. So feel good about the beer you consume.
The coastal road continues east and eventually you reach quiet Bodden Town, the first settlement on Grand Cayman dating back to the 1700's. This is the agricultural center of GC, you can visit the weekly farmer's market here if you drive through early on a Saturday. If you visit on a Sunday try one of the many tasty jerk and fish fry restaurants. Especially popular is the Grapetree Café or Chester's, the latter of which is home to one of the most famous signs in Cayman "Buy one jerk, get one free."
After exploring the small shops and galleries of Bodden Town continue your Caribbean drive. Soon you have an option of turning left onto Frank Sound Road to visit the lovely Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park or the Mastic Trail further up the road if you feel like a hike. The Botanic Gardens combine natural beauty with Cayman culture. Visit traditional Cayman style gardens, see birds, butterflies and the blue iguana in their natural habitats or relax by the lake. It is easy to spend a couple of hours here.
Cayman Blow Holes and Starfish
From here you will want to retrace your steps and head back out to the coastal road where you come upon the Cayman's Blow Holes only 1.4 miles past Frank Sound Road. The Blow Holes are most powerful during periods of active easterly winds and the spray can reach heights in excess of 15 feet. Cayman's Blow Holes provide a quiet place to stop and rest at the shaded picnic facilities before you continue your way to the East End and North Side attractions.
If you're hear around lunch or dinner, Tukka in East End is a great little restaurant and bar offering spectacular views of the Caribbean from the veranda as you eat your island-infused Australian cuisine. Use the binoculars on the veranda tables to view various shipwrecks off the coast. Munch away on pepper crusted tuna, walk-about soup, the cajun mahi mahi hoagie or steak and mushroom pie as you read about the legendary "Wreck of the Ten Sails" on the Tukka menu.
From East End, you round the island passing by the lovely and serene Barefoot Beach as you now head west towards the island's North Side. At the tip of the North Side is Cayman Kai where you can dine at the Kaibo Bar & Grill (also reachable by boat from George Town) or explore Starfish Point and the eponymously named Rum Point Club on Rum Point.
Starfish Point is a quiet beach where the many local cushion starfish like to congregate in the shallow waters. Try to arrive after 2:00 pm so the cruise ship visitors will be gone, then watch your step.
Finish up your tour at Rum Point and kick back on a lounge chair while sipping your rum runner, daiquiri or the sinfully delicious mudslide (think of a chocolate milkshake with baileys and rum). There is also a restaurant and watersports items for rent. It is a great location to stay for sunset as well.
Driving back you should cut through on Frank Sound Road and you can be back in George Town in less than an hour.
All photos by Donna Leffel. This post was made possible in part by Alamo Rent a Car, who is offering Perceptive Travel Readers 20% off any auto rental in the Caribbean.


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Archery star Tom Hall believes he is on the path to peak at next summer's Olympic Games as the upcoming National Tour Finals take centre stage in his plans.
The 28-year-old is GB's highest-ranked male recurve athlete at 64 in the world and played a key role as both the men's and women's teams qualified a full quota of three places for Tokyo 2020 at June's World Championships.
But having first picked up a bow at the relatively-late age of 20 and received his maiden call-up to the national squad just two years ago, Hall has progressed rapidly to help lead GB's Tokyo charge.
"The thought of going to an Olympics is pretty cool," he said. "Occasionally I have to pinch myself because if you'd told me four years ago I was looking set to go, I wouldn't have believed you.
"I came to the sport as an adult and initially I was just looking for something to fill a bit of time between my lectures.
"I enjoyed it right off the bat and something just clicked in my head when one of coaches said that I could have a future in the sport.
"It's been a brilliant journey from there and I'm always trying to get one step better every time I shoot – whether that be with scoring, my technique or knowing how to train.
"The last 18 months has been pretty intense – I've gone from making the British team and thinking I was just getting some experience, to being expected to be in the team and having pressure put on me to get results.
"But it's been brilliant, I've learnt a lot and become a lot stronger.
"It's still a bit weird to think our Olympic spots are confirmed because that's all we talked about for 12 months, but we've had a bit of time off and are now all fully focused on getting our preparation right ahead of the Games."
One of the most immediate dates in Hall's calendar is the National Tour Finals in Monmouthshire's Caldicot Castle and, after claiming bronze last time out, the University of Warwick graduate is hoping for an improvement at his fourth appearance at the competition.
With just a year to go until the Olympics, plans for Tokyo are already well under way with he and the team under no illusions about the work required over the next 12 months.
He said: "It's a brilliant opportunity for us because there aren't many shoots we do that create the same atmosphere, and the castle is a beautiful venue to host it – I love it when the organisers get creative.
"I've grown into the event over the past few years and even though I enjoy shooting with the other guys and it's great to see the whole team doing so well, I'm determined to go there and get a result.
"From there we've got a really good winter season of training planned and then there's a nice competition schedule which will ensure we'll be going to Japan fully prepared.
"At the Games I'm just looking to perform at the best level I can but it's impossible to say how much I'll improve between then and now.
"I just want us to do well as a team because we've focused on that over the last two years and we got the quota places together.
"But I still want to get the win at the National Tour Finals."
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Sometimes it takes a crane to clean a mess. That is what went down at the BART Concord station when a train jumped the tracks. Fortunately, there were no passengers on boards as this train was out of service. Still, it caused a major upheaval in a transportation system that is already "fragile." BART scrambled to provide buses to fill in the gaps while other commuters call for their own rides home. Last year, a similar derailment cost BART one million dollars for the cleanup and repair effort. Luckily, you won't need that kind of investment or heavy machinery to help with your next cleanup project. All you really need is the capable Junk King crew.
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Here's a pretty straightforward question I received from a forex trader over the weekend.
I couldn't find a free charting service for forex. Can you enlighten me. I only trade forex.Thanks,Wayne
The first thing I would say on this subject is that the vast majority of retail forex brokers these days offer free charting as part of their trading platforms. Most of them are pretty useful. Obviously, some are better than others, or have features which some traders like more than others.
The one frustration for me has been the fact that many of these platforms will only go up to daily charts. I happen to do quite a bit of position oriented trading, so I want weekly charts – and sometimes monthly.
Something a lot of traders use if they are unhappy with the charts their broker provides (or they don't get any at all) is MetaTrader. This is a charting, system, and trading platform that can be linked in for direct (even automatic) trading through a number of brokers. I do not myself use MetaTrader because I simply don't need it.A great many folks do, however. (Note: This is not related at all to MetaStock)
If you use another free charting package (or want to share your thoughts on MT), feel free to leave a comment.


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Space Elevator Spring Chat Series - NASA Watch - I'll just include the whole brief post:
The Space Elevator Spring Chat Series begins March 17 and will be running every Tuesday for at least 4 weeks. Our first guest will be: Ben Shelef, Co-founder, The Spaceward Foundation & the International Space Elevator Consortium. Join the Chat: March 17 2:30 PM Eastern Time/ 11:30 AM Pacific Time Topic: The Space Elevator concept including an update on the Space Elevator Challenges http://www.spaceelevator.com/chat


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- Design defects. If the manufacturer could have done an alternative design and avoided the incident in question, the manufacturer will be held responsible for any resulting injuries.
User Error
Many accidental shooting cases are the result of human error. Examples of negligent shootings include:
- A child discovering an unsecured, loaded firearm and accidentally shoots himself or herself or others.
- A teenager purposely accessing a parent's gun storage and accidentally shoots himself or herself or others.
- A gun owner firing a bullet into the air, and the bullet eventually strikes a bystander.
Hunting Accidents
Hunting is an extremely popular recreational activity in the United States. Many hunting accidents are the result of human error. Common causes of hunting accidents include:
- Hunters walking carelessly with a loaded weapon, accidentally discharging the weapon injuring or killing someone as a result.
- Attempting to shoot an animal but missing and instead hitting a person.
- Mistaking a person for an animal and accidentally shooting them.
After an Accidental Shooting
Accidental shootings are incredibly tragic events because they are highly preventable. In the aftermath of an accidental shooting, there are a couple steps you should consider taking.
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Cases such as these may help accidental shooting victims obtain a sense of justice and allow them to take their first steps on the road to recovery.
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California Spangled Cat
Costing about $800 to $2,500, this breed is known for is resemblance to the wild leopard. This breed is a cross of multiple breeds such as the Abyssinian, American Shorthair, and British Shorthair. They are appreciated for their wild appearance and contrastingly affectionate personality. They are very athletic and curious but at the same time loving and devoted to their owners. They are also known for their hunting skills so beware of the "dead bird present" on your front porch.


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Previous G-banded karyotype analyses detected clonal chromosome abnormalities in 40-100 percent of B-CLL patients studied after appropriate in-vitro stimulation with polyclonal B-cell mitogens. It was unknown whether the wide variations in frequencies of abnormalities reported in different series were due to true differences in disease characteristics or merely to in-vitro culture conditions. Common recurring chromosomal abnormalities included trisomy 12, rearrangements of 14q32, translocations or deletions of 13q, deletions of 6q, and deletions of 11q. Recent studies have shown increased detection of trisomy 12, 13q deletions, 11q deletions, and 17p (p53) deletions with interphase fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH) techniques, suggesting these changes do indeed occur early in the course of the disease. Data regarding the clinical and prognostic significance of cytogenetics in B-CLL are emerging. The data suggest certain karyotypic and/or FISH abnormalities are associated with specific clinicopathologic subsets of B-CLL, and with the course of the disease. To address the questions of timing of karyotypic changes in B-CLL, and the possible specificity and significance of these changes, we have been conducting prospective studies of patients with sporadic or familial B-CLL referred to the NCI for evaluation and possible treatment. The cytogenetics specific aims of this project are: to determine the optimal culture conditions for obtaining karyotypically abnormal mitotic cells from peripheral blood of patients with B-CLL;to determine whether or not interphase FISH detects clonally abnormal cells missed by G-banded metaphase analysis;to determine whether or not comparative genomic hybridization (CGH) will detect gains or losses of chromosomal material not found by metaphase or FISH analyses;and to correlate cytogenetics results with clinical, morphologic and immunophenotypic features of the disease, with cDNA microarray analysis of gene expression, and with outcome with new therapies. Data from more than 200 patients entered on-study reveal clonal chromosome abnormalities in only 30 percent of cases using G-banded metaphase analysis, and demonstrate inferiority of e. coli lipopolysaccharide as a mitogen for the leukemic cells. Interphase FISH with a panel of five probes has confirmed or expanded the G-band findings in patients with abnormal clones, and has detected abnormalities in all but approximately 10% of patients tested to date. From 2002 through 2005 we performed CGH retrospectively on DNA isolated from patients previously entered on-study, and prospectively on DNA from new patients. CGH was less sensitive than interphase FISH in detecting submicroscopic deletions, but detected gains and losses of regions not probed by FISH. Combining G-banding, FISH, and CGH, we were able to find molecular cytogenetic abnormalities in more than 90% of B-CLL patients. Furthermore, dual hybridization with two probes and also sequential analyses in multiple patients have shown certain abnormalities present at diagnosis, and additional abnormalities at the time of transformation. The cytogenetics results are being correlated with clinical and other laboratory features at diagnosis and transformation, and with cDNA microarray analysis of gene expression and outcome with novel treatments. Interphase FISH results are currently being used to classify patients with regard to risk, and in assignment to treatment protocols. This project, which has the potential to yield new information regarding clinical cytogenetics diagnostic techniques, to demonstrate new clinicopathologic subsets of B-CLL patients, and to define genetic rearrangements critical to initiation or progression of B-CLL, is ongoing.
|Farooqui, Mohammed Z H; Valdez, Janet; Martyr, Sabrina et al. (2015) Ibrutinib for previously untreated and relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukaemia with TP53 aberrations: a phase 2, single-arm trial. Lancet Oncol 16:169-76
|Degheidy, Heba A; Gadalla, Shahinaz M; Farooqui, Mohammed Z H et al. (2013) Bcl-2 level as a biomarker for 13q14 deletion in CLL. Cytometry B Clin Cytom 84:237-47
|Shaffer, Brian C; Modric, Marko; Stetler-Stevenson, Maryalice et al. (2013) Rapid complete donor lymphoid chimerism and graft-versus-leukemia effect are important in early control of chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Exp Hematol 41:772-8
|Herishanu, Yair; Perez-Galan, Patricia; Liu, Delong et al. (2011) The lymph node microenvironment promotes B-cell receptor signaling, NF-kappaB activation, and tumor proliferation in chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Blood 117:563-74
|Degheidy, Heba A; Venzon, David J; Farooqui, Mohammed Z H et al. (2011) Improved ZAP-70 assay using two clones, multiple methods of analysis and clinical correlation. Cytometry B Clin Cytom 80:309-17
|Degheidy, Heba A; Venzon, David J; Farooqui, Mohammed Z H et al. (2011) Methodological comparison of two anti-ZAP-70 antibodies. Cytometry B Clin Cytom 80:300-8


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Learn how to effectively implement social learning into your training program
The 2017 Learning Technologies conference was a great opportunity to learn from industry experts and start conversations about the exciting new learning ideas and insights presented by influencers in the space. One trend that stood out: the importance of blending formal and informal learning.
While not necessarily new, the idea of combining formal and and informal learning (or applying the 70:20:10 model) has evolved into a best practice that many organizations are looking to support with learning technology.
In this presentation (presented at LTUK 2017), we reveal how best-in-class companies are leveraging social learning in their training repertoire to boost performance and enhance information retention.
Whether your training is geared toward internal staff, external partners and stakeholders, or your organization's sales team, it's important to strategize how you can make the most of your learning management system investment by integrating leading social learning practices, all in a way that is compelling and user-friendly for your learners.
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CITM---China International Travel Mart (CITM), the largest travel exhibition in Asia has been successfully held at Shanghai New International Exhibition Center from 20th Nov to 23rd Nov 2008. CITM aimed at both travel trade and consumers, provided exhibitors the opportunity of multiple business talks and negotiations with international buyers, travel agents in China as well as promoting their destinations and travel products and services to large number of Chinese consumers too.
For the first time unprecedented number of African destinations and exhibitors took part in CITM 2008 with dedicated support from China Business Network and the World Travel Online.
During CITM, Mr. Chirs Kwenda, the Region Manager of Air Zimbabwe(AZ) gave an interview to the reporter of World Travel Online (WTO).
Located at Harare International Airport, Air Zimbabwe is the successor to Air Zimbabwe ¨C Rhodesia which in turn was the successor to Air Rhodesia. Privatised in 1997 Air Zimbabwe is the countryˇŻs largest passenger carrier. It also carries cargo. Air Zimbabwe also boasts one of the oldest, best known and reasonably priced holiday packages in the world-Flame Lily- which is operating in partnership with Brett McDonald, hotels and tour operators of South Africa. This package aimed at the international market, takes holiday makers to mighty Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Great Zimbabwe, Eastern Highlands and Kariba.
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Federal contractors are biggest labor law violators, study shows
A report from the Associated Press on Thursday, December 12 revealed the federal government spends more than half a trillion dollars in contracts granted to employers who consistently violate health, safety and wage laws.
This came after a study commissioned by the Democratic administrators on the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pension Committee, which concluded that 30% of the biggest violators of labor regulations were also granted federal contracts from 2007 to 2012.
Iowa Senator and chair of the Committee Tom Harkin fears that U.S. taxpayers pay companies that fall short in giving rightful pay and providing safe workplace.
If you have suffered from any work-related injuries, seeking workers' compensation and holding your employer accountable might be difficult without the help of experienced workers' comp lawyers. Our experienced Iowa-based lawyers from LaMarca Law Group, P.C., can help you in this situation. Call us today at 877-327-2600.


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The 10 fastest used cars you can buy today for $30,000
The fastest used cars
There are some tantalizing possibilities at the $30,000 price point. Vintage exotic? Heavily depreciated luxury car with an enormous engine? Or, decade-old sports car? Here, we list the 10 fastest used cars measured by 0-60 time. Better yet, all cars are currently available with a clean title and fewer than 75,000 miles.
#10: 2001 Aston Martin DB7
Starting things off is the most expensive (when new) and arguably the most beautiful car of the bunch. The DB7 had an original MSRP of $143,000 in 2001. It's also the only car on the list with a V12. A sumptuous 6.0 liter quad-overhead-cam engine that produces 420 horsepower and 400 lb feet of torque. 0-60 comes at you in 4.8 seconds.
#9: 2012 Maserati Quattroporte S
Hail the depreciation gods. This Maserati had an original MSRP of $127,550 just 5 years ago. There are some questionable things about the Quattroporte (as pointed out by Doug Demuro). But if you want a budget Italian V8 that produces 430 horsepower and has four doors, this is it! The 0-60 time is 4.8 seconds, tying it for 10th place.
#8: 2015 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
One of these things is not like the other. In the midst of these expensive super cars and exotics is a Japanese pocket rocket that costs just over $30,000 NEW. The $35,290 car (in 2015) also has the smallest engine: a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder that produces 305 hp. Nonetheless, it still manages 0-60 in 4.6 seconds. In addition, it's almost guaranteed to have the lowest running costs of any car on this list.
#7: 2007 Audi RS4
The RS4 was Audi's answer to the BMW M3 and it largely succeeded. The Audi's 4.2-litre V8 produces a hefty 420 horsepower and the car attains 0-60 in 4.4 seconds. However, many critics contend that the BMW is still the better car. The original MSRP was $68,820 and its value has held up reasonably well. Plus, just look at that grill.
#6: 2011 Jaguar XFR
There are a few things you can count on with Jaguar: big engines, fine English hides, and massive depreciation. The XFR doesn't disappoint on any of those fronts. Packing a huge 510 horsepower 5.0 liter V8, the Jag does 0-60 in an impressive 4.4 seconds. With an original list price of $80,475, this car has also lost its value faster than every car on the list other than the beleaguered Quattroporte S.
With an original MSRP of $60,100, the M3 has held roughly half of its value over the last five years. Part of that has to do with the M3's dominance in the sports coupe category. Its 4.0-liter V-8 engine produces 414 horsepower and 295 lb feet of torque. 0-60 rushes by in 4.4 seconds.
#4: 2012 Mercedes C63 AMG
#3: 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S
#2: 1998 Dodge Viper GTS
#1: 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Hailing from Detroit, the Corvette Z06 is the fastest used car one can buy for $30,000. It's not even close. The Z06's LS7 7.0L engine delivers 505 horsepower to the wheels. 60 miles per hour arrives in only 3.7 seconds. The Corvette isn't for everyone, but no one can argue with this car's impressive performance. The car's value has also held up pretty well, falling a little more than 50% over ten years (original MSRP of $70,00).
Which of the fastest used cars should end up in your garage?
It's completely subjective, but I'm picking the Porsche 911 Carrera 4S. Not only do Porsches tend to have excellent resale value, but the 4S is the only mid-engine car on this list. Add all wheel drive and you've got a seriously fun car for the price of a new Honda. Honorable mention goes to the crush-worthy Aston Martin and our "fastest car" winner, the Chevy Corvette. What's your pick? Leave it in the comments below.


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IndieCade — International Festival
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3. — 6. Oktober, Los Angeles USA
The IndieCade Festival is the only stand-alone independent-focused game event in the nation. It is open to the industry and to the public. Events include a festival workshops, keynotes, and family-focused activities, meet-and-greets with game creators, hands-on gameplay with a GameWalk and big games, and numerous social events. IndieCade's 2013 flagship event in Culver City (Los Angeles), California will take place October 3—6.
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Name: Wolfgang
Date of Birth: 12-DEC-1927
Province: Ontario
Date of 1st Symptoms: APR-2007
Date of Diagnosis: 12-DEC-2005
Diagnosis: Asbestosis, mesothelioma
Treatment: Chemotherapy
Date of Death: 08-SEP-2007
How has Asbestos changed your life? (unedited): My father worked at an asbestos factory in Toronto. Johns Manville produced pipes and insulation from Quebec mined chrysotile. His job was to load the hopper with the raw material. He worked at the factory for 25 years and even got a watch in the end. He also got asbestosis, pleural plaque and eventually lung cancer. His body was lined in asbestos. Once an athlete, his vital lung capacity diminished to 25 percent. But the asbestos also affected the lining of his heart. That didn\'t stop him from loving though. As his heart surgeon said, \"He might only have a third of a heart, but that one third beats harder and better than a lot of people with a whole heart.\" I love you and miss you Dad. I miss you so much!


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Oman's North Sharqiyah pumping station upgraded
The project aimed to boost pumping through the installation of pumps larger than the ones the station operates with
The Public Authority for Electricity and Water (Diam) has successfully completed the renovation and upgradation of the pumping station in the wilayat of Al Qabel in the Governorate of North Sharqiyah.
The project aimed to boost pumping through the installation of pumps larger than the ones the station operates with.
Eng Ibrahim bin Salem al Nizwani, director of the Operations Department in the governorate, said the team completed work in record time, in a period of less than 24 hours after it was previously announced that the work was expected to last for approximately 48 hours.
Eng Nizwani said that during the renovation and upgradation process, no water shortage was recorded by citizens and residents in the three wilayats of Al Qabel, Ibra and Mudhaibi.
He said that supply of water was halted during the renovation work but citizens and residents did not face any difficulties as they had stored enough water in big tanks.
Diam had taken all necessary preparations and educated the public to ensure that therewas no water shortage in the wilayats during the renovation and upgradation of the pumping station.


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Cleaning up my house after the movers have left. We move every two to three years for work and each and everytime I can't believe the amount of dirt that is left behind. Where did it all come from!!! But, the saftisfaction I get in vaccuming an empty room and leaving those lovely lines in the carpet is priceless, I won't let anyone walk into the room afterwards and disturb them. OCD I know!, but they just look so nice all lined up.
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Published in the Statesman's Sunday edition of December 9, 2012:
Whether in a Tent or in a Mall, for Austin Playhouse the Show Goes On
by Jeanne Claire van Ryzin December 9, 2012
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What's the old show business saying? Something about how no matter what happens, the show must go on?
More than any other theater group in town, Austin Playhouse might embody the spirit of that saying.
A year ago, the midsize nonprofit troupe announced that it was pitching a tent — literally — on a site at the Mueller development, where it planned to build a two-theater facility as part of the Mueller community's town center.
The tent was a temporary venue while the community theater group worked through the permitting process for its planned 17,000-square-foot complex that would also have classrooms, offices and ground-floor space that will be sold to a bar or restaurant.
However, with permitting for the Mueller project still not finalized but construction under way on the building next to it, the troupe is setting up a second temporary home. And this time, the show's at Highland Mall.
On Thursday, Austin Playhouse will raise the curtain on "The Game's Afoot (Or Holmes for the Holidays)," a murder mystery drawing-room comedy set in Broadway theater world of the 1930s.
The theater's real estate shuffle around town mirrors the shifting landscape of Austin development[ . . . . ]
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The United States is debating reforms which are aimed at legalizing the 11 million undocumented immigrants and putting an end to 30 years of large scale illegal migration. This is one of the most contentious aspects of immigration reform, which regulates the future flow of guest workers, and is something that could be helped to resolution by an independent commission.
The experience of the British with the Migration Advisory Council is evidence that if based firmly on transparent analysis, a critical role could be played by an independent commission in connecting the admission of these guest workers to an analysis of the requirements of the domestic labor market in a manner that works for both unions and employers alike.
Britain has a polarized debate when it comes to the issue of immigration much as is the case in the United States and it ranks as one of the main issues of concern in most opinion polls. Six years ago, the British government was responsible for the establishment of the Migration Advisory Council with the intention of debating the admission of more migrant workers in a more evidence based and rational manner than those based on assertions. One of their main tasks is to offer evidence as to whether immigrant workers from outside of the European Union should fill labor shortages in Britain.
The advice is non-binding and public and the US could learn from the UK example as the commission has helped to depoliticize as well as improve the quality of debate regarding labor shortages by publishing its findings with transparent reasoning.


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Moving to South Africa
- Purchase the complete Expat Arrivals South Africa Guide (PDF)
Expats moving to South Africa will find a world of wonders within the borders of a single country. From its immense geographic diversity to its 11 official languages, there is much to be enjoyed in the range and rhythm of life in Africa's southernmost country.
Such extreme regional differences mean that expats should find somewhere to live that suits their needs and expectations. Overall, South Africa offers skilled expats a high quality of life and a working environment with plentiful opportunities. What's more, adapting to the culture is fairly easy and enjoying the lifestyle South Africa offers is effortless.
Retirees, ambitious young adults and established professionals are drawn by the wonderful climate, the relatively low living costs and by the easy access to a luxurious lifestyle in the midst of an African aesthetic.
While there is plenty to be enjoyed about life in South Africa, the country does battle with high unemployment, deeply rooted inequality and inefficient governance.
Despite problems in the respective public sectors, private healthcare in South Africa is world-class and several of its universities are internationally ranked. The country's private schools offer a level of education comparable to the best schools around the world and there are even some public schools which should meet the expectations of budget-conscious expats.
As a result of skill shortages in sectors like engineering, education, executive management and information technology, expats with the right skills and experience shouldn't struggle to find employment.
Unfortunately, there is still some way to go in addressing the disparities entrenched by the Apartheid era and crime in South Africa continues to be a problem that affects many citizens and businesses. Private security is a necessary precaution and, with a booming security industry, can easily be contracted for affordable rates.
The most popular cities for expats moving to South Africa are Cape Town and Johannesburg. But this is where the similarities end – Joburg, as locals call it, is inland and has the constant bustle of a cosmopolitan business centre, while Cape Town offers windswept beaches, mountain-framed vistas and a more laid-back lifestyle.
Expats who move to South Africa often find that its idiosyncratic mixture of first- and third-world elements makes for an irresistible combination in spite of the challenges.


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New Milford Parks & Rec notes
Registration is under way for many programs offered by the New Milford Parks & Recreation Department.
For the winter brochure or for more information, call 860-355-6050, check www.newmilford.org or visit the office at 47 Bridge St. Hours are weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dog waste
Dog owners who visit the Village Green or other town parks are reminded to pick up after their pets. Dog waste is unsightly and can spread disease. Owners should carry plastic bags to clean up after pets.
American Museum
of Natural History
An April 18 coach bus trip to New York City to visit the American Museum of Natural History will depart from Patriot's Way at 8:30 a.m. The trip will include the Rose Center for Earth & Space, all exhibits, an IMAX movie and the Hayden Planetarium.
Cost will be $43 for children aged 2-12, $50 for seniors or students with an ID, and $54 for adults.
An April 18 coach bus trip to New York City to see the iconic rock opera, Jesus Christ Superstar," will depart from Patriot's Way at 8:30 a.m. and leave Manhattan right after the show. Cost is $98 for ticket and transportation.
Classes will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for beginners and from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. for those with experience, from April 3 to June 5 at the Parks & Recreation office. Cost will be $65 for eight weeks.
Boat slips
Registration for the 2012 season at Lynn Deming Park is open until all slips are sold at New Milford Parks & Recreation at 47 Bridge Street. Cost is $1,200. Applicants must be New Milford taxpayers.


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Anne Curtis and Marco Gumabao have teamed up for yet another must-watch movie entitled "Just A Stranger," and it has been receiving an overwhelming amount of positive feedback from the viewing public!
The two stars first worked together in the horror/thriller film, "Aurora," in 2018, and it was one of the entries at the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).
The said movie was directed by Filipino Hollywood filmmaker Yam Laranas, and it won a total of 6 awards, which is truly something to be proud of!
Now, Anne and Marco went a bit more daring for their roles in "Just A Stranger," directed by renowned filmmaker Jason Paul Laxamana.
Ever since it started showing in cinemas on August 21, the romantic drama film has not only been receiving positive reviews from the viewers, but also from critics and influencers.
Critics & Influencers on Just A Stranger [IN CINEMAS AUGUST 21]
"It goes deeper than your usual illicit affair movie.""The moral lesson, iba pa rin siya.""It will surprise you."Check out the reviews of critics and influencers who have seen Just A Stranger!Huwag magpahuli! Manood na ng #JustAStranger ngayong August 21!
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Indeed, "Just A Stranger" is a must-watch movie that you wouldn't want to miss!
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I highly recommend getting this pasta. My boyfriend brought it home two days ago and we've already killed the box. I'm not one for meatless pasta, but this stuff is good. Real good. Each "mezza-" (half) "-luna" (moon) is the perfect bite-size too. You can buy them online or take your chances and hope they have them at your nearest Whole Foods.
Did I mention it's all natural and you just have to boil it? With water? And it's only about $7 a box, so all you people chowing down on ramen trying to stretch your dollar, upgrade to this. Your taste buds won't hate you and neither will your wallet.


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Manchester Indoor Climbing Evening - For Beginners
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With over 75 different lines to choose from there is an interesting mix of different types of climbs to enjoy and learn on. Along with two dedicated bouldering areas the Manchester Climbing Centre is a fantastic place to start off your climbing experience.
Indoor climbing centres offer the challenges of climbing that you'll find on natural outdoor structures - simply indoors! It's a fun way to stay fit, you'll quickly begin to develop arm, back, finger and core strength as a result of the many reaches and holds that are repeated through to the completion of a climb. It's a great body workout!
This event is for all full, trial and guest OutdoorLads members have either never climbed before or have tried climbing in the past, but cannot sign into a climbing centre to climb unsupervised.
To come along, you will need to register via the event page, and to climb you will need to pay an entry fee directly to the centre when you arrive. For entry fee prices at the centre go to: www.manchesterclimbingcentre.com/prices/
It is important that all members sign up through the event page to make sure the event leader has all information of the members attending.
Participation statement
Please note that every person participating should be aware of (and accept) that those members perceived as 'in charge' or leading the event are not necessarily qualified, do not need to be qualified, and are not regarded by OutdoorLads, or themselves as 'technical experts' but are amateur climbers with some experience and who are happy to impart their knowledge. Any advice given should be considered with this in mind by the recipient.
All those attending the event must also be aware of the centre's own terms and conditions of participation and abide by them, along with any instructions given by the centres staff. Everyone must also take responsibility for their own safety while participating in Indoor climbing events.
What to bring
If you have your own climbing gear i.e. harness, shoes, chalk-bag, Belay plate and screw-gate karabiner, climbing rope, you can bring this along, but please make sure it is in good condition.
As a minimum you will need the use of a climbing harness and a belay device (belay plate and a screw-gate karabiner, or a gri-gri if you have one). If you do not have your own, you will be able to hire what you need directly from the centre. For prices please use the link: www.manchesterclimbingcentre.com/pricing.
There is a changing area at the Manchester Climbing Centre and lockers are available, although you will need to provide your own padlock to secure it.
What to Wear
It is best to wear either shorts, combats or tracksuit bottoms. No jeans or any form of trouser which hampers movement. A t-shirt or vest is also suitable. If you have any OutdoorLads branded clothing then please try and wear this as it will give the group a good level of visibility. Any jewellery such as rings, watches, chains or bangles should be removed before beginning the session to prevent injury.
Food & drink
There is a cafe at the centre where hot and cold drinks along with snacks can be purchased. Bottled drinks can also be purchased here.
Halfway through the event we have a 30 minute break in the cafe.


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text: Liontrust European Income Fund October 2019 review The Liontrust European Income Fund returned -1.7%* in sterling terms in October. For comparison, the MSCI Europe ex-UK Index returned -1.6% and the average return of funds in the IA Europe ex-UK sector was -1.3%. The Fund's most recent income distribution was announced on 31 August 2019, taking the Fund's 12 month income yield to 4.6%. The Fund targets an income level in excess of the yield on the MSCI Europe ex-UK Index. The index yielded 3.5% over the same period. October's sterling-terms loss from investing in European equities resulted from strength in the pound, which appreciated by 2.5% relative to the euro, driven by optimism that the Brexit process was approaching the endgame, albeit the hurdle of a new election now has to be surmounted. In local currency terms the MSCI Europe ex-UK Index rose 1.3%. Trade tensions remained near the top of investors' list of concerns and markets eagerly awaited news of a breakthrough in US-China trade talks following a provisional agreement that Trump described as a "substantial phase one deal". In the meantime, there were some signs of weakening in macroeconomic data. For example, HIS Markit's index of eurozone manufacturing dropped to 45.7, the lowest level since October 2012. Any reading below 50 indicates a contraction. At the corporate level, Q3 earnings season dominated. Within the Fund, BE Semiconductor Industries (+12.0%), a manufacturer of assembly equipment for the semiconductor industry, was the biggest riser on the back of results. It had expected a heavy fall in Q3 sales due to "customer caution in light of global trade tensions" but while it did see a 3.2% quarter-on-quarter contraction to €89.7m, this was well ahead of the company's guidance of a 10% fall. The positive surprise came from higher-than-anticipated shipments to Chinese subcontractors making mainstream electronics applications. There are some signs the market is stabilising, with orders (€82.2m) roughly flat versus Q2. Daimler (+11.6%) also rallied after announcing a 6% increase in unit sales to over 839k vehicles in Q3, with revenue and operating profit both rising 8% to €43.3bn and €2.7bn respectively. Cash flow trends are less promising; free cash flow was -£0.5m in the first nine months of the year as a result of adverse working capital movements and a high level of capital expenditure. The company's new CEO used the Q3 statement to reiterate Daimler's commitment to reducing costs and improving cash flow, even as the major European car giants make the transition to electric vehicles, which entails large capex projects. The reaction to Q3 numbers from Norwegian insurer Gjensidige Forsikring (-10.5%) was less positive. Quarterly profit before tax rose by nearly a third year-on-year following a big improvement in its underwriting result. There were fewer large losses and the "underlying frequency loss ratio" also improved due to better weather conditions. However, the NKr1.27bn number missed analyst expectations that ranged from NKr1.36bn to NKr1.70bn, due to weaker investment returns. The portfolio's largest fall – 1&1 Drillisch (-18.6%) – came not from quarterly results, but from an adverse arbitration ruling. The virtual telecoms network operator unexpectedly lost an €85m dispute with Telefonica Deutschland over pricing for the use of its network. As a result, Drillisch lowered its 2019 earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation forecast from €780m to €690m to reflect its increased costs. Sanofi (-5.7%) Q3 sales of €9.4bn were down 1.1% on a constant-currency basis. The company reiterated its full year earnings per share guidance of 5%, but shares tracked the European pharmaceutical sector lower. During October we added a new holding in SIG Combibloc to the Fund. The company is the second largest supplier of aseptic packaging globally, after Tetra Pak, and meets all the criteria we typically look for in an income stock – a strong economic moat, high barriers to entry, a robust balance sheet, and a progressive dividend policy. We believe that product innovation and superior machine setup & operation versus the Tetra solution should see the company gain market share, and new product markets recently entered provide attractive growth angles. Positive contributors included: BE Semiconductor Industries (+12.0%), Daimler (+11.6%) and Banca Farmafactoring (+10.2%). Negative contributors included: 1&1 Drillisch (-18.6%), Gjensidige Forsikring (-10.5%) and Sanofi (-5.7%). Discrete years' performance** (%), to previous quarter-end: Sep-19 Sep-18 Sep-17 Sep-16 Sep-15 Liontrust European Income I Acc 3.6 -2.1 19.1 12.4 7.3 MSCI Europe ex UK 5.8 1.3 21.4 20.0 -1.6 IA Europe Excluding UK 2.2 1.9 21.9 18.4 3.6 Quartile 2 4 4 4 1 *Source: Financial Express, as at 31.10.2019, total return (net of fees and income reinvested), bid-to-bid, institutional class. Non fund-related return data sourced from Bloomberg. **Source: Financial Express, as at 30.09.2019, total return (net of fees and income reinvested), bid-to-bid, primary class. For a comprehensive list of common financial words and terms, see our glossary here. Key Risks Past performance is not a guide to future performance. Do remember that the value of an investment and the income generated from them can fall as well as rise and is not guaranteed, therefore, you may not get back the amount originally invested and potentially risk total loss of capital. Investment in Funds managed by the European Income team involves foreign currencies and may be subject to fluctuations in value due to movements in exchange rates. The Fund's expenses are charged to capital. This has the effect of increasing dividends while constraining capital appreciation. Investment in the Liontrust European Enhanced Income Fund writes out of the money call options to generate additional income. These call options will be "covered". Unitholders should note that potential capital growth of the Fund would be capped if these call options are exercised against the Fund and the Fund's capital returns could therefore be lower than the market in periods of rapidly rising share prices. Disclaimer The information and opinions provided should not be construed as advice for investment in any product or security mentioned, an offer to buy or sell units/shares of Funds mentioned, or a solicitation to purchase securities in any company or investment product. 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text: A mother's love is the greatest gift in the world. Kem is such a loving mother; I've observed it and felt it. I had the pleasure of documenting their bond again. Last year, Kem, Daysia and I first met during a mini session special :) They are so cute – Daysia is like a splitting image of her mom. She's so sweet, bubbly, giggly, adorable… so manyyy things I can say to describe her. I was attempted to ask Kem if I could take her home, lol – but, I have two little ones at home who are already a handful. Lol, enjoy the peeks into Kem & Daysia's day with me!


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Despite winning laurels for the country by winning two silver medals , India's sprinter Dutee Chand said she is still fearful over her future in athletics. Dutee won her second Asian Games silver in the women's 200 metres — four years after missing the last edition in a row over her gender.
Chand, denied gold in both sprint races by Bahrain's Edidiong Odiong, was barred from the 2014 Games over her hyperandrogenism, which causes high testosterone levels and left her undergoing traumatic tests to prove her gender.
The athlete won a court battle for her right to compete with her hormonal imbalance, which also affects South Africa's 800m Olympic champion Caster Semenya.
New athletics rules in place from November will bar runners with hyperandrogenism from middle-distance races, Semenya's speciality, but allow sprinters with the same condition.
But Chand, 22, said uncertainty remained. The ruling by the International Association of Athletics Federations has been criticised, and could face challenges and amendments.
"My legal team helped me to come back," said Chand. "But nobody could guarantee what will happen in the future. Caster Semenya is still fighting.
"There is always fear but you need to overcome it."
Chand's nagging doubts come despite a triumphant appearance in Jakarta, where she became the first Indian woman since sprint queen PT Usha in 1986 to win medals in both sprint events.
"God has given me a lot of trouble since 2014. I suffered a lot. Nobody could have suffered so much," said Chand.
"But I came back to give two medals to India. It will be a big celebration back home."
Chand led the 200m before Odiong stormed home in 22.96 to become only the fourth woman to achieve the 100m-200m double at a single Asian Games.


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Returning for its second year to the Workplace Week New York program is global media giant, Viacom, home to a leading portfolio of global, multi-platform entertainment brands including MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, Paramount, Telefe and more!
Following the recent relocation of Viacom's Business and Legal Affairs department, to their new digs on the 33rd and 34th floor (overlooking Times Square), Viacom will be opening its doors to show off the new space, proving that this is one legal group that is anything but buttoned down.
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In the blog, Marketing ROI: 2 Essential Steps to Return on Marketing Investment, I discussed qualifying leads through contact properties and list segmentation. Now I want to delve deeper into how your digital marketing strategy can attract those qualified leads and drive higher conversion rates for enhanced business development.
While your digital marketing strategy includes a website that may utilize some nice pictures and designs, aesthetics don't generate leads and customers—which is what business development is all about.
To attract the qualified leads that are going to generate ROI and heighten business development, you need content that resonates with those leads and draws them to your site. Your digital marketing strategy needs to provide solutions to their industry and offer relevant answers to the business development questions they're searching for. Once your website or social media has reeled them in with this relevant content, your digital marketing strategy needs to provide easy navigation for them to browse through the rest of your site.
That's right. Blogging isn't just for authors and other artistic individuals, it's actually a crucial component of your company's digital marketing strategy for improving business development. Did you know that 46% of daily internet users read more than one blog every day? And 71% of consumers say blogs affect their purchasing decisions. This is because the content in your company blog can offer solutions on how to enhance your target audience's business development. Think about the required contact properties you know your target audience must possess, and then have your digital marketing strategy team write for that buyer persona. Utilizing this technique will attract qualified leads to your site because they'll find you an authoritative source that offers the business development solutions they're searching for. Trust me on this one.
Even if your digital marketing strategy content is bringing in qualified leads, you still need a way to capture their information. The best way to do this is to have conversion forms that website visitors fill out before they are able to download particular offers (e.g. eBooks, fact sheets, white papers, etc.). Hopefully your offer, say an eBook for example, provides business development solutions that your target audience feels is crucial to download. This way they'll be more than willing to disclose their information. To make sure the lead is truly qualified, don't stop at "name" and "email." Go ahead and ask them their industry, position, perhaps even revenue or another question that is pertinent to your required contact properties. If your digital marketing strategy includes integration with your CMS and CRM, then segmenting them into an appropriate list will be simple and effective for business development.
Almost every site has them, but few have easy navigation options to return to shopping or browsing the site. Easy navigation is a must for your digital marketing strategy to enhance business development. And not just on thank you pages, though this is where most companies fail in providing an option to return to the website. Easy navigation should be on every single web page a website visitor could land on. Otherwise, business development will be stunted due to a poor digital marketing strategy. Never allow a website visitor to guess what the next step is. Tell them their options.
You gotta have them. Lead generation without nurturing isn't really lead generation. Implementing a lead nurturing campaign into your digital marketing strategy is necessary for reaching, even surpassing, your business development objectives. This is because it takes your qualified leads by the hand, so to speak, and shows them the next step to take. Have your digital marketing strategy team come up with a sequence of offers a lead, especially a qualified lead, will be presented after they make an action on your website. This is why you have conversion forms for downloading particular material. This way you have their contact information that places them in a lead nurturing campaign. Each offer should have a slightly stronger call to action that nurtures them down the marketing funnel to become a paying customer. Without lead nurturing campaigns, your business development will come to a halt because your digital marketing strategy doesn't provide leads with any direction or sense of urgency.
There's been a lot of hype about social media, and it's completely warranted as a crucial component to your digital marketing strategy. Part of business development is making contact with your target audience. But how do you make contact to that target audience before they come to your website? You go where they hang out. Enter: social networks. Social media not only allows you to market your brand, product, and services, but let's you see what people are saying about you and your competitors, which is why this is a great digital marketing strategy for reaping business development results. And the terrific part is that if you're watching the conversion paths of your website visitors and qualified leads, you'll know exactly what social networks your digital marketing strategy should focus on the most. If a particular social network doesn't drive traffic like some other networks, then drop it. Your target audience probably doesn't use that particular network. So don't waste your digital marketing strategy team's time with a network that's not enhancing business development.
You wouldn't take a job if you didn't know how much you were being paid, and implementing a digital marketing strategy without monitoring results is like doing just that. You have to monitor the business development results of your digital marketing strategy to know what's working, what's not, and how you can further drive business development with the tactics you're utilizing.
Business Development: 6 Must-Haves In A Digital Marketing Strategy is the second part of a four-blog series focused on teaching marketing ROI best practices. Would you like to receive an email when this series is combined into a free eBook? Also, read last week's blog, Marketing ROI: 2 Essential Steps to Return on Marketing Investment.
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there's urine on the
bathroom floor, she says
the cat did it, i say
have more wine and forget about it
it'll dry
the cat shits on the floor
this was urine
all right, i say
you peed on the floor, she says
i didn't pee on the floor
at least not intentionally, i say
i'm a victim of circumstance
being the only male in here
you always piss on the floor
a lot, she says
you're not careful when you go
you know you do a lot of things
in that bathroom too, i tell her
like what? she asks
but i can't think of anything
i'm not trying to start a fight
i'm just asking you to be courteous, she says
i plead innocent, i tell her
as i pour us more wine
do you know what it's like to step in piss?
yesterday i stepped in cat shit, i say
with my bare feet
then do you understand?
neither are exhilarating experiences
it's gross, she says
for the sake of ending this conversation
i'll do my best, i tell her
that's all i'm asking, she says
then we sit there drinking wine
and watching a bad horror movie on the tv
i get up
where are you going? she asks
where do you think? i say
she nods
please be careful this time, she says
always from now on, my love
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The 70mt of annual handling capacity Primorsk Multipurpose Transshipment Complex (PMTC), an investment valued at RUB90.6b (€1.21b), is planned to be up and running by 2022.
The new port, spanning over 780 ha, is to handle coal, mineral fertilisers, containers, other general cargo, and grains. The PMTC will function as a special economic zone.
The agreement on the construction of the new port complex was signed by Alexander Drozdenko, Governor of the Leningrad Region, and Ramis Deberdeev, Chairman of the PMTC's Board of Directors at the Russian Investment Forum.
"The project approved by the Federal Marine and River Transport Agency is included into the Strategy for Social and economic development of the Leningrad Region through 2030 and long-term development programme of FSUE Rosmorport till 2020," PortNews, a Russian information agency, reported.
PortNews also informed, "The project on construction of a multipurpose deep sea port is to be implemented in the Vyborg District of the Leningrad Region in compliance with the strategy on taking over Russia's foreign trade cargo from the ports of the Baltic states."
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March 22, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm$10
Exploring Latin & Middle Eastern Cultural Connection
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ARTolerance will present a Day of ARTolerance at Teatro Esperanza. The day will include an interfaith poetry component led by students, instrumental instructions with Esperanza high school students, rehearsals for students participation in our public culminating performance that evening open to the students, their families and public. ARTolerance Dialogue in Three Movements will serve as the platform for the day, with the theme of Latin & Middle Eastern cultural connection.
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Shuffle Master is rebranding the company as SHFL Entertainment as they enter a new chapter of the company's life. The big unveiling is at this week's Global Gaming Expo in Vegas and company CEO Gavin Isaacs explained that it reflects their new position as "an entertainment company" whilst still retaining a tribute to the company's original name. Isaacs added the new name takes stock of their "broad and expanding portfolio", which of course includes their attempts to enter the iGaming industry. Shuffle Master SHFL was lucky enough to renege on a deal for the Ongame Network when they realized the price was over the odds before it was too late. Time will tell whether that's the right decision and if it turns out to be the wrong one they can just plead that it was Shuffle Master that made that deal and they've never had anything to do with them. Now STFU.
Sportingbet have reportedly told William Hill and GVC Holdings to stump up more cash if they want to take the company over. The former think the £350m joint-bid "significantly undervalues" the firm although didn't actually issue an outright rejection of the bid itself. Panmure Gordon analysts, quoted by Reuters, added that shares in the company are "worth over 60 pence" each and that's considerably less than the 52.5 pence the two were offering. Numis, meanwhile, think Sportingbet shareholders should "hold out for 90 pence per share" as the potential for growth is huge. We will learn more when Sportingbet release their full year results.
Amaya has signed a deal with Zukido that will see them work together on mobile casino development. The deal will initially see two games benefit from the deal including Millionaires Club 2, which will have the biggest ever jackpot on an HTML5 game. Commenting on the deal was Joe Coughlin from Amaya Interactive, who said: "Amaya is committed to having the industry's best mobile content, so we're very happy to be working with Zukido on this project. Not only do they have great mobile development skills they also have intrinsic knowledge of the OpenBet platform. We are looking forward to the games rolling out in the near future".


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Small businesses should find it easier to compare bank accounts to find the best price and service, in light of new proposals from the competition watchdog.
The Competition and Markets Authority's (CMA) provisional report into the current account market found that many small business owners don't shop around for their current account, instead they open an account with the bank that holds their personal accounts.
The report states: "Banks do not need to work hard enough on price or quality of service."
As a result, the CMA has suggested changes to the personal current account market, some of which will also apply to business bank account providers – such as making it easier to switch bank account and access transaction histories.
In addition, further specific recommendations for small businesses include:
- More transparent pricing for loans.
- Loan eligibility indicators, similar to those offered by credit card comparison sites to consumers.
- Increasing opportunities to use professional advisers.
These recommendations have been made as 90% of business banking customers only borrow from their current account provider, suggesting they are not shopping around between banks to find the best deals.
The proposed changes could save a typical small business £70 a year in current account costs, before considering the potential savings from cheaper loans and other credit facilities, claims the CMA.
Alasdair Smith, chair of the CMA investigation, says: "For too long, banks have been able to sit back and not work hard enough for their personal and small business customers.
"We believe the strong and innovative package of measures we are proposing will give customers the information and tools they really need to get a better deal out of the banks. They will also protect those who fall into overdraft from being stung with unexpected fees."
The CMA will publish its final report by 12 August 2016. Anyone who wishes to submit evidence to the investigation should visit the CMA's website or email email@example.com by 7 June.