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Giza & Gallipoli - 14 days
ANZAC Day Tours, Gallipoli 2019. Starts: 13th April. Our Giza and Gallipoli is a ready made 14 day combo tour. Start your tour in Cairo - home to the pyramids and Sphinx, travel on to Aswan and the Nile. Jump aboard a traditional felucca and sail to fascinating Luxor before heading back to Cairo. Continue on to Turkey for Anzac Day 2019 at Gallipoli and touring in Istanbul.
Trip Highlights
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13th April 2019. Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival in Cairo you will be transferred to your hotel. Our Welcome Meeting will be held tonight, at 7pm where we will meet our guide and fellow travellers.
Overnight: Cairo
Pyramids & Saqqara
Cairo - Aswan. Visit to the famous pyramids and huge Sphinx at Giza Plateau. Sole survivors from the ancient Greek-listed Seven Wonders of the World, the pyramids are the planet's oldest tourist attraction! Gaze in awe at Cheops (Khufu) - the largest of the three great pyramids. Constructed from over 2.5 million limestone blocks it is thought to have taken more than 20 years to construct. Continuing to Saqqara, we can explore the myriad tombs and temples at this site and see Zhoser's step pyramid - constructed by Imhotep, the pharaoh's chief architect in 27BC! We later enjoy a chance to freshen up then catch the overnight sleeper train to Aswan.
Overnight: Sleeper train | Breakfast
Aswan & Philae Temple
Aswan. Arrive and check into our hotel. This afternoon's highlight is a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island for Philae Temple for a guided tour of the romantic Philae Temple - dedicated to the goddess Isis. As the sun sets, free time to shop in the colourful souqs and markets or simply relax and watch an amazing sunset in Egypt's southern most town straddling the River Nile.
Overnight: Aswan | Breakfast
Felucca Sailing
Aswan - Nile felucca cruise. Optional early morning drive to Abu Simbel, the famous the rock-cut temple of King Ramses II. This afternoon, we board our Nile felucca for a 2 night cruise upstream toward Kom Ombo. Relax, top up your tan and chat with new friends as the felucca gently plies its route. Stops are made en route at local villages and at the waterside Temple of Kom Ombo. If sailing by felucca is not your style, consider upgrading to a 5 star luxury Nile Cruise with our Nile Cruise Upgrade.
Overnight: Felucca Cruise | Breakfast x 2, Lunch x 2, Dinner x 2
Kom Ombo Temple & Luxor
Kom Ombo - Luxor. Disembarking in Daraw we drive to Kom Ombo to explore the waterside temple dedicated to the crocodile headed god - Sobek. After we visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, before driving north to Luxor. Home of the legendary Valley of the Kings and Temple of Karnak, 4000 year-old Luxor is ancient Egypt at it's best. Enjoy some rest and relaxation. Tonight, an optional visit is available to the Temple of Luxor, spectacularly illuminated at night. We travel to the temple by traditional horse and carriage with restaurant dinner afterwards. The excursion is payable locally. Rest of evening free to enjoy the facilities of our hotel.
Overnight: Luxor | Breakfast
Valley of the Kings
Luxor - Cairo. Rising early we cross the Nile to arrive at the tomb strewn Valley of the Kings. Highlights of the visit include the Colossi of Memnon, a massive pair of statues that stand silent against the backdrop of history, the Valleys of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens and the awesome ramped and colonnaded Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
The Valley of the Kings is studded with often highly decorated tombs, constructed to once house the regal sarcophagi enclosed mummies of the mighty pharaohs awaiting passage into the after-life. This afternoon after lunch and time to relax we visit the colossal Temple of Karnak. Lose yourself in the stone-columned Hypostle Hall and go crazy with your camera. This is ancient Egypt at its best. Tonight, we return by overnight train to Cairo.
Overnight: Sleeper Train | Breakfast
Egyptian Museum
Arrival and hotel check-in. Later, we visit the famous Egyptian Museum, famed for the treasures of King Tutankhamen and his famous solid gold funerary mask. This afternoon is free - perhaps spend the remainder of the day exploring Cairo your way.
Overnight: Cairo | Breakfast
Cairo - at leisure
Today offers free time for you to explore Cairo at your own pace. You might also want to enjoy some rest and relaxation by the pool.
Overnight: Cairo | Breakfast
Cairo to Istanbul
22nd April 2019. This morning the Egyptian section of your tour comes to an end with included transfer to the airport for your flight to Istanbul. The flight to Istanbul isn't included in the cost of the tour. Turkish Airlines offers open jaw flights between London, Cairo and Istanbul, check their website for more details or we can arrange flights on your behalf! If you provide us with your incoming flight details to Turkey we will be there to meet you at Istanbul airport and transfer you to our hotel.
If you are arriving to Istanbul early, you may wish to consider joining our Optional Backstreets Of Istanbul Tour taking place today. The tour commences at 9am. For further details of the excursion, please see our tour Trip Notes. Alternatively, spend the day independently exploring Istanbul – a city that straddles both Europe and Asia!
Overnight: Istanbul | Breakfast
Istanbul Old City Tour
This morning we spend a couple of hours cruising the Bosphorus before embarking on a guided sightseeing tour of the old city, taking in the stunning Iznik tiled Blue Mosque, Hippodrome area, Topkapi Palace, the 6th century Hagia Sofia (exterior only) and more. This afternoon time is given for you to explore the mammoth Grand Bazaar and exotic Egyptian Spice Market, the latter located opposite from the ferry terminal. From here you can opt to stay and discover the old city by night or return with your guide to our hotel for a little R&R.
Overnight: Istanbul | Breakfast
ANZAC Eve - Gallipoli
Istanbul - Gallipoli. This morning we drive to the WW1 battlefields on Gallipoli Peninsular. Early this evening we all relax at our exclusive ANZAC Eve Turkish BBQ before the Australians can head to Lone Pine for the Australian Wreath Laying Ceremony. Once we're in Anzac Cove you are free to visit the memorials and trenches that dot the area before taking our places amongst the many at the Dawn Service site for the atmosphere charged ANZAC Eve vigil.
Overnight: Dawn Service site (ANZAC Cove) | Breakfast, Lunch
ANZAC Day 2018 - Gallipoli
Gallipoli - Istanbul. First light heralds the Dawn Service, which starts with a poignant bugle call. The service lasts for an hour before we drive to Eceabat – a seaside village approx 20 minutes away for breakfast (payable locally). Later this morning Australian's have the option to visit Lone Pine Memorial for independent exploration of the cemetery and dignified, quiet reflection. Our New Zealanders are invited to attend the New Zealand service at Chunuk Bair. Please note that there will be no Lone Pine service as in previous years. Later this afternoon, we'll journey back to Istanbul by coach, arriving in the evening. (Timing on 25 April subject to coach traffic).
Overnight: Istanbul
26 April 2019. Today marks the end of your Egypt and Anzac experience.
Bolt-on Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel, possibly the most awe-inspiring temple of all ancient Egypt, with its gigantic rock–cut façade, was created to revere the mighty ruler Ramses II. Guarding the entrance to the temple, the 4 colossal statues of Ramses II sit majestically staring out across the desert, seemingly since time began. We offer an amazing excursion to visit the Temples of Abu Simbel on the morning of day 4.
Prices & Dates
Prices shown are per person travelling. 'Twin/Double' prices per person apply when there are 2 people travelling, sharing a room. Single rooms are available on this tour. The 'Single supplement' applies for single travellers who require their own room and needs to be added to the 'Twin/Double' price. If you are happy to be paired up with another single traveller of the same sex on your tour, this can be arranged, thus avoiding the single person supplement.Read More
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The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard when necessary.
Oasis Hotel, Cairo
Just a stone's throw from the Pyramids, the Oasis Hotel is a classic Egyptian hotel with beautiful expansive gardens. Rooms are very spacious with comfortable beds and fantastic en suite facilities. Wi-Fi is available and the buffet breakfast offers a good spread. In the evening the outdoor pool and fountains are lit up making the restaurant and bar the perfect place to spend an evening sipping on a cold glass of beer.
Le Meridien Heliopolis, Cairo
Just a short drive from Cairo's Old Town and international airport, the 5-star Le Meridien Heliopolis combines comfort with convenience. The guest rooms are spacious and equipped with air-conditioning, satellite television and a minibar, plus there's complimentary WiFi throughout the property. Dining options include a choice of four on-site restaurants, serving Egyptian and international cuisine. Guests can also enjoy live entertainment and cocktails at The 51 Bar. During the warmer months hotel guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or relax on a sun lounger on the terrace. There's also a fitness centre and tennis courts for those who like to stay active whilst on holiday.
Helnan Aswan, Aswan
Set in manicured gardens, the Helnan Aswan is an elegant hotel with impressive views of the Nile. Guest rooms are spacious with modern interiors and located next to the beautiful pool. Wi-fi is available in the lobby and by the pool. There are also two restaurants and bars, a bowling alley, a swimming pool and a cinema. Why not relax by the pool before exploring the rest of Aswan.
Felucca Cruise, Felucca Cruise
Feluccas are simple, traditional Egyptian sailboats that have plied the Nile since ancient times. Feluccas carry between 10 - 12 passengers comfortably. The boat's deck is draped with soft colourful cushions that serve as your lounging area during the day and as your sleeping area at night. A support boat travels alongside your felucca and is on hand if you need to use the toilet. The support boat is also where your meals are prepared and eaten. You'll need to bring a sleeping bag/sheet (or hire for a nominal cost) and a towel with you. The crew, as well as being experienced sailors, are responsible for the preparation of the included meals.
Sonesta St. George Hotel, Luxor
An elegant and luxurious classical hotel, the Sonesta's sophistication will ensure you a comfortable stay. The hotel has a sweeping terrace with fantastic views of the Nile, a grand entrance of polished marble and handsomely appointed furnishings with exquisite detail and a beautiful health spa. All its rooms offer views of the city or the river, complemented by a wide range of restaurants and cafes. Just minutes away you will find the temples at Luxor and Karnak, home to two of ancient Egypt's most famed sanctuaries.
Grand Halic, Istanbul
Within walking distance of famous sites such as Taksim Square and the Galata Tower, the Grand Halic offers modern accommodation in the perfect location. Guest rooms are well appointed with all mod-cons including complimentary Wi-Fi. Delicious Turkish mezes can be found at the Adali Restaurant on the top floor which also greeat its guests with lovely views across the famous Golden Horn of Istanbul. The hotel also benefits from an indoor pool, lobby bar and spa.
Anzac Day was an experience I will never forget. And followed by Egypt the tour was simply incredible! "
The tour was well organized and covered all the main sites of both Turkey and Egypt. Would recommend it to everyone"
I have just had the experience of a life time. Anzac Day was incredible. I have been meaning to get to Turkey for Anzac Day for years and I am so glad I finally did. On the go were great and so organised, I am glad I travelled with you after seeing how badly organised some of the other tour companies were. You guys obviously know what you are doing.Oh and big hello to Mehmet our guide. He was so much fun, great sense of humour, great knowledge, great guy. Thanks for the experience all. Great stuff."
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VIDEO: Daily Zap: May 24
Wolves, Joerger getting closer to deal | Grizz look toward Van Gundy | No max for Irving? | Report: Hill teams up with SoCal investors
No. 1: Wolves, Joerger getting closer to deal — If the Minnesota Timberwolves have a new coach in the next few days, it will be a continuation of the shake-up in Memphis. Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! Sports reports that the Wolves are moving toward hiring Grizzlies coach (and Minnesota native) Dave Joerger to replace the retired Rick Adelman:
After a meeting with Minnesota Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor on Saturday, Memphis Grizzlies coach Dave Joerger has moved closer to a deal to become the Timberwolves coach, league sources told Yahoo Sports.
Grizzlies and Timberwolves officials have begun discussions on possible compensation for letting Joerger out of his contract, sources said.
Discussions on a contract between Joerger and the Wolves are ongoing too, and a deal could be reached early in the week, sources said.
After a purge of the Memphis management team that promoted Joerger a year ago, owner Robert Pera gave Minnesota permission to discuss its coaching vacancy with Joerger, a Minnesota native. Joerger has history with Timberwolves general manager Flip Saunders, who has been a long-time admirer of Joerger's climb through the minor leagues into the NBA.
Joerger and Saunders met earlier in the week to discuss the job.
No. 2: Grizz look toward Jeff Van Gundy — With Joerger's departure seemingly inevitable, the Grizzlies need a new coach. And Chris Wallace's "interim" tag indicates that they need a new head of basketball operations too. Stan Van Gundy just took both roles in Detroit, and maybe his brother could do the same in Memphis. ESPN's Marc Stein writes that ESPN TV analyst Jeff Van Gundy is on the Grizzlies' list of candidates:
One of the prime options under consideration by the Memphis Grizzlies in the wake of last week's management shakeup and the looming departure of Dave Joerger to the Minnesota Timberwolves is making a run at Jeff Van Gundy to be their coach and run their front office, according to NBA coaching sources.
Sources told ESPN.com that the Grizzlies have serious interest in trying to convince Van Gundy to serve as coach and team president in a job structure modeled after the new dual role brother Stan Van Gundy has secured with the Detroit Pistons.
Jeff Van Gundy's interest in that sort of undertaking — or the Grizzlies specifically in the wake of all their recent turmoil — is unclear, with the former New York Knicks and Houston Rockets coach and current ESPN analyst consistent in his reluctance to publicly discuss job openings. But after the ousting of CEO Jason Levien and with Joerger poised to leave, the immediate challenge for Grizzlies owner Robert Pera is convincing prospective candidates that they'll be walking into a stable situation.
The Grizzlies technically still have a coach, but coaching sources continue to describe Joerger's move to Minnesota to succeed Rick Adelman with the Timberwolves as an inevitability. ESPN.com reported Thursday that the Wolves had made "significant progress" in their bid to hire Joerger away from Memphis, which sources say continued Saturday after Joerger met face-to-face with Wolves owner Glen Taylor.
No. 3: No max for Irving? — Kyrie Irving is eligible for a contract extension (of four or five years beyond next season) this summer. The former No. 1 pick has been an All-Star in two of his first three seasons. But he's just the second No. 1 pick in 10 years to not make the playoffs in his first three seasons. He hasn't been able to lift his teammates up, he's shown a lack of leadership, and an unwillingness to play defense. Whether he's worth a max contract or worth building a franchise around is clearly a legitimate question, but not offering him the max would be a risk on the Cavs' part. Mitch Lawrence of the New York Daily News writes that they may be willing to take that risk:
The Cavs are making noises that they aren't going to offer Kyrie Irving "max money" this summer via a long-term extension. They don't want to deal the 2014 All-Star Game MVP, but it could come to that, especially if the West Orange product and his family continue to tell people that he wants out. Irving hasn't been a leader in his first three seasons and he's also gained the unwelcomed reputation as a locker-room problem. Those are two reasons the Cavs don't see him as a max player.
"He was just handed too much, too soon," said one source. "You've got to make these young guys earn it, and that's where this team did a bad job with him."
The Cavs know they can't get Kevin Love in a deal for the No. 1 overall pick they secured with their third lottery win in the last four seasons. If they keep the pick, they're expected to take Kansas big man Joel Embiid, unless the stress fracture in his back injury from last season has the chance to become a long-term issue.
No. 4: Report: Hill teams up with SoCal investors — We reported in this space yesterday that Yao Ming and Grant Hill are among the many names looking to make an offer to buy the L.A. Clippers once they are now longer Donald Sterling's. Based on the latest news from ESPN.com's Marc Stein, Hill may be a bit more serious about getting in on buying the team based on the fact he's already got billionaire investors on his side now:
Former NBA All-Star Grant Hill has partnered with billionaire investors and longtime Southern California residents Tony Ressler and Bruce Karsh to form an ownership group to bid on the Los Angeles Clippers when they are officially put up for sale, according to sources close to the process.
Sources told ESPN.com that Hill's group is already regarded by league officials as a viable contender for the Clippers in what is forecast to be a highly competitive auction when the franchise finally hits the open market. One industry source told ESPN.com this week that the bidding could start as high as the $1.5 billion range.
It was widely reported Friday that disgraced Clippers owner Donald Sterling has struck an agreement with wife Shelly to have her negotiate the sale of the franchise, but NBA officials have not yet signed off on that arrangement and continue to proceed with their plans to press for the outright ouster of the Sterlings from the league.
Competition for the Clippers, once they hit the open market, is sure to be fierce, with a number of financial heavyweights having already been linked to purchasing the team Donald Sterling has owned since 1981.
The power trio of Oprah Winfrey, David Geffen and Larry Ellison, former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer, Los Angeles developer Rick Caruso, Lakers minority owner Patrick Soon-Shiong, former NBA star Yao Ming and, of course, Hall of Famer Magic Johnson and his Guggenheim Partners are among the various groups and individuals expected to compete for the Lakers' co-tenants at Staples Center.
Some experts have projected the number of bidders for the Clippers to stray into the double digits, assuming that the league is successful in forcing the sale of the team, as NBA commissioner Adam Silver continues to believe.
SOME RANDOM HEADLINES: Tyronn Lue will interview for the Cavs' coaching job … Yao Ming denied a report that he's putting together a bid for the Clippers … Rick Fox thinks Phil Jackson should coach the Knicks, but would do it himself if asked … Stan Van Gundy tells Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert to basically mind his own business … The Nets might be looking to bring ex-power forward Buck Williams back in some kind of front-office role … Ron Harper defends himself after he's the subject of a satirical article in The Onion
ICYMI of The Night: Ray Allen dropped four fourth-quarter threes on the Pacers …
VIDEO: All of Allen's Clutch 3-Pointers

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Free Cuba -- end the embargohttp://www.pnj.com/article/20081114/OPINION/811140319
Already there's talk that a Barack Obama administration will relax U.S. restrictions on travel to Cuba and allow cash remittances by Cuban-Americans with family there.
And while he's at it he should do something about the counterproductive trade embargo.
For starters, it would be good for Pensacola. The Port of Pensacola once did a thriving trade with Cuba, and still ships frozen food there under a food-related exemption to the embargo.
A Cuba with more money to spend means more business for the port.
More importantly, we say open up Cuba to the full force of American tourism and business, and see how long Raoul Castro can maintain the kind of tyrannical grip his brother maintained.
Fidel always had the United States to blame for economic conditions in Cuba, pointing to the embargo and the ban against family members sending money to needy relatives.
In the end, who was hurt the most? The poverty-stricken people of Cuba.
Castro and his coterie of apparatchiks don't suffer. They have plenty to eat, nice homes and can travel to much of the world.
Certainly, Cuba's government is dictatorial. But if we can trade with, and U.S. citizens can travel to, Russia, China, Egypt and other such bastions of freedom, we can handle access to Cuba.
So let's be honest. This is about Florida's electoral votes, which presidential candidates fear might hang in the balance of the anti-Castro vote in South Florida.
But the specter of a supposedly free country barring its supposedly free citizens from traveling to a nation 90 miles from its border because of domestic politics is shameful.
Does anyone think that if Cuba had as much oil as, say, our trading partner Venezuela — a country whose rabidly anti-American leader would love to emulate Castro — that these restrictions would be in place?
We didn't think so.
End the travel restrictions, cancel the embargo — and begin the process of freeing Cuba.


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U.S. MNT Inch Closer to World Cup Berth with 1-0 Win Over Trinidad
- McBride's Second Minute Goal Makes Him USA's All-Time Qualifying Scoring Leader
- Keller Earns Fourth Straight Qualifying Shutout to Extend Shutout Streak to 417 Minutes
- U.S. Reconvenes in 11 Days to Prepare for Sept. 3 Showdown with Mexico in Columbus
EAST HARTFORD, N.J. (August 17, 2005) — The U.S. Men's National Team beat Trinidad & Tobago 1-0 on Wednesday evening in an important World Cup qualifying match at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, Conn., to inch closer to qualifying for FIFA World Cup Germany 2006. The victory came courtesy of a second-minute goal from forward Brian McBride in front of 25,488 fans in Connecticut.
"I think we deserved the three points," said U.S. manager Bruce Arena. "I thought we played very well and I think we felt guilty that perhaps we made it a little bit difficult on ourselves. We created a number of good goal scoring opportunities and came up short, and that allowed Trinidad to hang around for 89 minutes or so, and I think they could have been punished and sent home a lot earlier. Give them credit: they never quit. They defended well and we failed to convert our chances. However, the three points are huge. Fifteen points after six games is as good as it gets and I think we're getting real close to qualifying for Germany. We're pleased where we are. We'll size up the troops after this game and prepare for the next set of games against Mexico and Guatemala."
Post-Game all_access video | More quotes from Bruce Arena and MNT players
Next up for the United States is a Sept. 3 qualifier against Mexico in front of a sold out crowd at Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. With a win over Mexico, the U.S. is guaranteed a spot in their fifth consecutive World Cup. Likewise, a tie vs. Mexico could also clinch a U.S. berth in the 2006 World Cup ONLY if the other two CONCACAF matches on Matchday 7 (Panama vs. Costa Rica AND Trinidad and Tobago vs. Guatemala) result in ties.
Mexico defeated Costa Rica at home tonight 2-0, to maintain the top spot in the final round of qualifying with 16 points. In tonight's other CONCACAF match, Guatemala came from behind to beat Panama at home 2-1.
Go to the World Cup qualifying competitions page for the latest standings
McBride's early goal came just 91 seconds into the game on an easy pass from the left side of the penalty area from Bobby Convey, playing in his third straight qualifier for the U.S. The goal was created when midfielder John O'Brien shook off his marker in midfield and played a perfect ball into Convey, breaking behind a slow reacting Trinidad & Tobago defense.
The goal for McBride moved him ahead of Earnie Stewart as the USA's all-time leading goal scorer in World Cup qualifying play with 10 all-time strikes.
"Basically it was good ball movement," said McBride. "Bobby (Convey) ran off a shoulder and was played in and I knew I just had to beat the guy to the spot. The angle that he was at, he was going to play the ball across. It was a nice ball in, and I just had to open up my foot."
In the 29th minute, Landon Donovan had a chance to put the U.S. ahead 2-0 after a poor clearance from Trinidad & Tobago goalkeeper Kelvin Jack landed at the feet of the high-scoring forward at the top of the area. With just the 'keeper to beat, Donovan moved into the box and tried to lift the ball over the charging Jack, but the goalkeeper redeemed himself with a fine save.
Less than 10 minutes later, Convey had a breakaway and slid a ball just outside the right post after Donovan had split two defenders with a soft, short pass to free the midfielder on his run.
At the end of the first half, Donovan used his speed to turn a bad back pass from Marvin Andrews into a red card for Trinidad & Tobago defender Dennis Lawrence, who had to trace back as the U.S. forward sprinted toward goal with the errant pass. As the pair reached the top of the penalty area, Lawrence tugged on Donovan's shoulder to throw him off stride and earn the red card ejection from referee Marco Rodriguez.
John O'Brien was forced out of the match at the start of the second half with a left hip contusion, giving way to Chris Armas. O'Brien is not expected to miss any significant time due to the injury.
The U.S. played the bulk of the second half with the man advantage; however, a second yellow card caution on Convey in the 88th minute evened the sides at 10 men each. Just moments before the red card, second half sub Taylor Twellman appeared to ice the game in 86th minute with an empty net tap in after an excellent cross from the right flank by Santino Quaranta, a second half sub making his World Cup qualifying debut for the U.S. However, the assistant referee raised his flag immediately, disallowing the goal with a very close offside call.
For the match, the U.S. out shot their Caribbean rivals 18-1 as Kasey Keller earned his fourth straight shutout in World Cup qualifying without being called upon to make a single save. Keller now has a shutout streak of 417 minutes in qualifying play dating back to the USA's 2-1 loss in Mexico on March 27.
Keller has also now played in 30 World Cup qualifiers for the U.S., tying him for the team's all-time lead with Cobi Jones, Eddie Pope and Earnie Stewart.
The match at Rentschler Field was the 100th all-time FIFA World Cup qualifying game for the United States, and improved the USA's record to 44-29-27.
It was the team's first game since the USA claimed their third CONCACAF Gold Cup crown in July with a penalty kick victory over Panama in East Rutherford, N.J. The U.S. takes the field again in just a little more than two weeks against Mexico in Columbus, Ohio, on Sept. 3. That game is followed immediately with a Sept. 7 match in Guatemala City against Guatemala, the eighth of 10 final round World Cup qualifying matches in CONCACAF.
-- U.S. Men's National Team Game Report --
Match-up: USA vs. Trinidad & Tobago
Date: August 17, 2005
Competition: FIFA World Cup qualifier
Venue: Rentschler Field – East Hartford, Connecticut
Kickoff: 8 p.m. ET
Attendance: 25,488
Weather: 80 degrees, clear
Scoring Summary: 1 2 F
USA – Brian McBride (Bobby Convey) 2nd minute.
USA: 18-Kasey Keller; 4-Chris Albright, 22-Oguchi Onyewu, 3-Gregg Berhalter, 7-Eddie Lewis; 19-Steve Ralston (9-Santino Quaranta, 72), 10-Claudio Reyna (capt.), 5-John O'Brien (14-Chris Armas, 46), 15-Bobby Convey; 21-Landon Donovan, 20-Brian McBride (13-Taylor Twellman, 83)
Subs not used: 1-Tim Howard, 2-Greg Vanney, 11-Jeff Cunningham, 12-Jimmy Conrad
Head Coach: Bruce Arena.
TRI: 21-Kelvin Jack; 3-Avery John, 4-Marvin Andrews, 2-Atiba Charles (8-Scott Sealy, 46+), 6-Dennis Lawrence; 9-Aurtis Whitley, 16-Silvio Spann, 7-Christopher Birchall, 20-Collin Samuel (5-Brent Sancho, 46+); 19-Dwight Yorke (capt.), 14-Stern John (15-Kenwyne Jones, 55)
Subs not used: 1-Shaka Hislop, 18-Densil Theobold, 23-Anthony Wolfe, 24-Cyd Gray
Head Coach: Leo Beenhakker
Stats Summary: USA TRI
Shots 18 1
Saves 0 10
Corner Kicks 5 3
Fouls 19 13
Offside 3 4
Misconduct Summary:
USA – Bobby Convey (caution) 31st minute.
TRI – Dennis Lawrence (ejection) 41.
USA – Bobby Convey (caution) 88.
USA – Bobby Convey (ejection) 88.
Referee: Marco Rodriguez (MEX)
1st Asst.: Jose Camargo (CRC)
2nd Asst.: Leonel Leal (MEX)
Fourth Official: Mauricio Morales (MEX)
ussoccer.com Man of the Match: Claudio ReynaRead more


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Cosmagic is a tiny little range from Japan's Kose Brand which has just some mascara, eyeliner and brow pencils. It has me captivated though, cos it looks oh so cool.
I completed my collection of Cosmagic with this Hyper Beam Eyes Black Glitter Powder Eyeliner (a mouthful, no?). Hyper Beam. Let me Hyper Beam You. (I've discussed products with silly names quite a few times.)
Anyway, here is the Hyper Beam!
Oh how I love Japanese packaging. They make everything so cool and interesting.
The pencil itself is compact, with a pink lid.
The applicator is a sponge and the powder is held in the lid. Its quite a soft sponge so its good for blending, but it doesn't seem to hold much powder.
Its not a dark, dark black but its not too ashy or grey either. There are sparkly bits in it although its not overwhelming.
What I do like about this product is that the pencil is very soft and easy to apply but it takes a while to build it up.
When I tried to dip dip dip shake shake to get more colour on the sponge, it didn't seem to work. Still took a while to build the colour up.
Here it is on. As you can see its a smudgy black, more of a soft eyeshadow than a liner. Not as dramatic as I had hoped but its not too bad:
In case your wondering, my lash extensions are holding up – infact, I think they are welded on to my eyes forever. They are iron proof. If you want lashes that last, then this one is it…
Oh yeah, the Hyper Beam Liner. Its ok, not as amazing as the imagery made it seem but its ok. Worth a look if you just want to buy something for the sake of it (don't lie, you do it, I do it….)


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Remote Supernova Magnified by Massive Galaxy Cluster MACSJ1720
The heart of a vast cluster of galaxies called MACS J1720+35 is shown in this image, taken in visible and near-infrared light by NASA's Hubble Space Telescope.
The galaxy cluster is so massive that its gravity distorts, brightens, and magnifies light from more-distant objects behind it, an effect called gravitational lensing. The small white box at upper right marks the location of an exploding star called a supernova, located behind the cluster.
An enlarged view of the supernova, catalogued as SCP/SN-L2, is shown in the inset image at top right, taken during July 2012. An arrow marks the location of the supernova, which resides near the bright core of the host galaxy. The supernova is seen as it appeared 7.7 billion years ago. The image was taken in near-infrared light with Hubble's Wide Field Camera 3.
The inset image at top left, taken in March 2012, shows the same region before the supernova blast. This image underscores the transient nature of exploding stars. Astronomers combined observations taken in visible and near-infrared light with Hubble's Advanced Camera for Surveys and Wide Field Camera 3 to make the image. The supernova is a member of a special class of exploding star called Type Ia, prized by astronomers because it provides a consistent level of peak brightness that makes it reliable for making distance estimates.
Finding a gravitationally lensed Type Ia supernova gives astronomers a unique opportunity to check the optical "prescription" of the foreground lensing cluster. The supernova is one of three exploding stars discovered in the Cluster Lensing And Supernova survey with Hubble (CLASH), and was followed up as part of a Supernova Cosmology Project HST program. CLASH is a Hubble census that probed the distribution of dark matter in 25 galaxy clusters. Dark matter cannot be seen directly but is believed to make up most of the universe's matter.
The image of the galaxy cluster was taken between March and June 2012 by Hubble's Wide Field Camera 3 and Advanced Camera for Surveys.
NASA, ESA, S. Perlmutter (UC Berkeley, LBNL), A. Koekemoer (STScI), M. Postman (STScI), A. Riess (STScI/JHU), J. Nordin (LBNL, UC Berkeley), D. Rubin (Florida State University), and C. McCully (Rutgers University);
Photo Credit: NASA, ESA, S. Perlmutter (UC Berkeley, LBNL), A. Koekemoer (STScI), M. Postman (STScI), A. Riess (STScI/JHU), J. Nordin (LBNL, UC Berkeley), D. Rubin (Florida State University), and C. McCully (Rutgers University)
Science Credit: NASA, ESA, the Supernova Cosmology Project [J. Nordin (E.O. Lawrence Berkeley National Lab/University of California, Berkeley), D. Rubin (Florida State University), J. Richard (University of Lyon), E. Rykoff (Kavli Institute for Particle Astrophysics and Cosmology, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory), G. Aldering (E.O. Lawrence Berkeley National Lab), R. Amanullah (The Oskar Klein Centre, Stockholm University), H. Atek (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne), K. Barbary (Argonne National Laboratory), S. Deustua (STScI), H. Fakhouri (E.O. Lawrence Berkeley National Lab/University of California, Berkeley), A. Fruchter (STScI), A. Goobar (The Oskar Klein Centre, Stockholm University), I. Hook (University of Oxford/INAF-Osservatorio Astronomico di Roma), E. Hsiao (Carnegie Observatories, Chile), X. Huang (University of California, Berkeley/University of San Francisco) J.-P. Kneib (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne/Laboratoire d'Astrophysique de Marseille), C. Lidman (Australian Astronomical Observatory), J. Meyers (Stanford University), S. Perlmutter and C. Saunders (E.O. Lawrence Berkeley National Lab/University of California, Berkeley), A. Spadafora (E.O. Lawrence Berkeley National Lab), and N. Suzuki (Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe, University of Tokyo)], and the CLASH Team [B. Patel, C. McCully, and S. Jha (Rutgers University), S. Rodney and D. Jones (Johns Hopkins University), O. Graur (Johns Hopkins University/Tel Aviv University/American Museum of Natural History/New York University), J. Merten (Jet Propulsion Laboratory), A. Zitrin (California Institute of Technology), A. Riess (STScI/Johns Hopkins University), T. Matheson (National Optical Astronomy Observatory), M. Sako (University of Pennsylvania), T. W.-S. Holoien (Rutgers University), M. Postman and D. Coe (STScI), M. Bartelmann (University of Heidelberg), I. Balestra (INAF-Osservatorio Astronomico di Trieste/INAF- Osservatorio Astronomico di Capodimonte), N. Benitez (Instituto de Astrofisica de Andalucia), R. Bouwens (Leiden Observatory), L. Bradley (STScI), T. Broadhurst (University of the Basque Country), S.B. Cenko (Goddard Space Flight Center/University of California, Berkeley), M. Donahue (Michigan State University), A. Filippenko (University of California, Berkeley), H. Ford (Johns Hopkins University), P. Garnavich (University of Notre Dame), C. Grillo (Niels Bohr Institute), L. Infante (Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile), S. Jouvel (Institut de Ciències de l'Espai), D. Kelson (Observatories of the Carnegie Institution of Washington), A. Koekemoer (STScI), O. Lahav (University College, London), D. Lemze (Johns Hopkins University), D. Maoz (Tel Aviv University), E. Medezinski (Johns Hopkins University), P. Melchior (Ohio State University), M. Meneghetti (INAF-Osservatorio Astronomico di Bologna), A. Molino (Instituto de Astrofisica de Andalucia), J. Moustakas (Siena College), M. Nonino (INAF-Osservatorio Astronomico di Trieste), P. Rosati (Universita di Ferrara/ESO), S. Seitz (Universitats-Sternwarte), L. Strolger (STScI), K. Umetsu (Academia Sinica), and W. Zheng (Johns Hopkins University)]


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Stop rushing and reduce time pressure
Relax deeply and regularly and stop clock watching
Time pressure is one of those sources of stress that builds up without you noticing. Then, before you know it, you're measuring everything against the clock: how long the next meal will take, whether you can afford to be having this conversation, and so on.
It can be quite a skill to handle times where you need to get a lot done without rushing and so suffering the effects of time pressure. Working faster without the stress and strain that comes with rushing is a great reliever of stress, and not only makes you more efficient, it also makes your work more enjoyable.
Rushing into ill health
Our bodies are not made to be constantly rushing. The 'rushed factor' - that chronic feeling of time pressure - adds to the risk of increased blood pressure and heart disease and possibly even certain forms of cancer. This struggle with time also has psychological consequences and can cause chronic anger, depression, bitterness, resentment and even sudden hopelessness.
Time pressure sucks the fun from life
Constantly feeling impatient and always thinking about what's coming next ruins enjoyment of life and damages relationships because you never have the spare capacity to truly give all your attention to others around you.
Leading the rushed life makes you feel like a victim. Impatience is a negative stress that saps energy. Surfing the internet and watching TV may seem like ways to slow down but actually the constant reorientation required of the brain during these activities just add to the stress. To really change gear you need to relax and have less input for a while. We're not suggesting you radically change your life style but you do need to know how to 'change gear' to avoid burn out.
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Botswana's national carrier. Air Botswana, Botswana's national carrier is the flagship and pride of Botswana. Today, Air Botswana enjoys a wide and acclaimed reputation – quite disproportionate to its modest size as a model, quality airline. Currently, Air Botswana operates and maintains a fleet of BAE 146 as well as ATR42-500 and ATR72-500 advanced turbo propeller aircrafts which operate daily domestic and regional scheduled flights. WebsiteAlso flies to:
Flying to Zimbabwe
Getting to Harare, Zimbabwe from North or South America and Europe will require at least one stop. There does not appear to be a direct flight from any of the major cities. The same holds true for countries like Turkey and United Arab Emirates, which normally have direct flights. That said, many of the international flights to Harare require a change in South Africa, and then it's only a short flight to the final destination. Once you are in Africa, it is fairly easy to fly to Harare from most neighboring countries, although most require a change in South Africa.
Driving to Zimbabwe
If you are already in Africa and don't wish to spend the additional money on a flight, you've many options for taking charter buses around. A few of the companies that offer luxury coach services include the following:
If you're keen on driving yourself, Lusaka is roughly a seven-hour drive, not counting the border-crossing.
For information on travel within Zimbabwe
The following airlines travel to Zimbabwe
The French flag carrier. Air France, stylized as AIRFRANCE, is the French flag carrier headquartered in Tremblay-en-France,. It is a subsidiary of the Air France-KLM Group and a founding member of the SkyTeam global airline alliance. As of 2013 Air France serves 36 destinations in France and operates worldwide scheduled passenger and cargo services to 168 destinations in 93 countries (including Overseas departments and territories of France. WebsiteAlso flies to:
National airline of Namibia. Air Namibia (Pty) Limited is a proprietary limited company incorporated in accordance with the Company's Act. Air Namibia is the national airline of the Republic of Namibia, with the Government of Namibia as its sole Shareholder. The company's business operations primarily involve provision of air transport services for passengers and cargo. Through its subsidiary company, Air Namibia Ground Handling (Pty) Limited, it provides ground handling services for passengers and aircraft at Windhoek's Hosea Kutako International Airport. The airline is positioned as a niche carrier serving domestic points within Namibia, the immediate regional markets of South Africa, Zimbabwe, Angola, Zambia and Botswana. The airline also serves the entire European network through Frankfurt. WebsiteAlso flies to:
Chapman Freeborn is Africa's leading aircraft charter company, with a proven reputation for innovation, expertise and professionalism. Established in 1973, Chapman Freeborn has four decades of experience providing specialised group and VIP passenger charter solutions across the African continent and around the globe. Chapman Freeborn is renowned for arranging dedicated air charter transportation for VIP clients' unique safari itineraries, often assisting with movements to and from the most remote areas of the continent, always to an exacting standard. With more than 30 locations strategically located across 6 continents, the company's local - and global - coverage is truly unparalleled. WebsiteAlso flies to:
Domestic services in South Africa. An aviation company founded in 1946, Comair Limited is managed and owned by South Africans through its listing on the JSE. For close to 70 years, Comair has provided consistent value, reliability and professionalism. British Airways and kulula.com now carry an average of 4.8 million passengers per annum locally and regionally. Our reputation of quality and passion for service will ensure Comair continues to play a major role in the South African aviation and travel industry. WebsiteAlso flies to:
Major American airline, with its headquarters Atlanta, Georgia. What started as a humble, little aerial crop dusting operation called Huff Daland Dusters in 1924 has now grown into one of the world's largest global airlines, helping more than 160 million travelers get to the places they want to go to each year. Delta flies to more than 350 destinations on 6 continents, serving more than 160 million passengers each year. It's an important job, that's why we have 70,000 dedicated employees who are up to the task every day, on every flight. WebsiteAlso flies to:
Based in Kampala, operates scheduled and charter services across eastern and central Africa. Eagle Air is a Private Ltd Company specialising in the provision of Charter and Schedule Air services both within Uganda and around the East & Central Africa Region. Eagle Air was incorporated as an air operator in June 1994. WebsiteAlso flies to:
The flag carrier airline of Egypt, based at Cairo. EGYPTAIR is one of the world's pioneer airlines. Established in May of 1932, it became the seventh carrier in the world. Mission Create value for our customers, employees, owners & stakeholders. Vision Deliver competitive customer service with true Egyptian spirit. WebsiteAlso flies to:
One of two flag carriers of the United Arab Emirates along with Etihad Airways and is based in Dubai. A fast-growing international airline with one of the youngest fleets in the sky and more than 400 awards for excellence worldwide. Today, Emirates airline connects over 145 cities to Dubai and to each other, facilitating trade and tourism flows across six continents; while dnata provides ground handling, catering, cargo and travel services not only in Dubai, but across 90 cities, in 38 countries on five continents. WebsiteAlso flies to:
The second largest airline of the United Arab Emirates. Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has in just ten years established itself as the world's leading airline. "Etihad" is the Arabic word for "union". Etihad Airways was established by Royal (Amiri) Decree in July 2003. It commenced operations in November 2003 and has developed into one of the fastest growing airlines in the history of commercial aviation. WebsiteAlso flies to:
Budget flights within East Africa. Established in 2012, fastjet has flown over 1,000,000 passengers with almost 40% being first time flyers benefitting from fares as low as $20. Of the 300,000 social media followers fastjet has over 100 customers who have flown as frequently as 50 times! Low-cost is quite simply the avoidance of costly frills, offering customers the lowest possible fares in addition to pay-as-you travel extras. WebsiteAlso flies to:
Air shuttle and charter services throughout Africa, former name - Pelican Air Services. Federal Airlines (Pty) Ltd. Trading as Federal Air, is the preferred aviation partner for the top safari destinations in Southern Africa, and the market leader in Aviation Shuttle and Charter Services. Taking guests to the most beautiful and remote parts of Africa is our specialty and a market segment which Federal Air innovated in the late 1990s. We partner with world leaders in luxury safari experiences, and are committed to raising the bar in aviation to play our part in delivering a unique and seamless travel experience unparalleled anywhere in the world. WebsiteAlso flies to:
The flag carrier of Kenya. Kenya Airways was established in February 1977 following the breakup of the East African Community and subsequent disbanding of the jointly-owned East African Airways. KQ now flies to over 60 destinations around the world with over 40 being in Africa. The network expands to many more destinations with partnerships from Codeshare partners. Our Vision is to consistently be a Safe & Profitable Airline that Guarantees World Class Service. WebsiteAlso flies to:
The flag carrier airline of the Netherlands. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines was founded on 7 October, 1919 to serve the Netherlands and its colonies. KLM is today the oldest airline still operating under its original name. KLM has been part of the AIR FRANCE KLM group since the merger in 2004. KLM is the core of the KLM Group, which further includes the wholly-owned subsidiaries KLM Cityhopper, transavia.com and Martinair. WebsiteAlso flies to:
Low-cost services in South Africa and to neighbouring countries. kulula.com is a fun loving and professional airline based in South Africa. Passengers can be assured that every safety precaution is taken before every flight. Passengers can book cheap flights to domestic destinations and more. We also offer affordable hotel accommodation and car hire, making travelling in South Africa easier than it's ever been. WebsiteAlso flies to:
National air carrier of Mozambique. The LAM mission is air transportation of passengers, cargo and mail in the domestic, regional and international markets, of regular and non-regular nature, with maximum safety, comfort and quality to satisfy our customers. Our goal is to make your travel as enjoyable, comfortable and safe as possible. We have been working to accomplish this objective. LAM uses a fleet of Boeing, Bombardier and Embraer aircraft. WebsiteAlso flies to:
The flag carrier of Germany. The Lufthansa Group is a global aviation group with a total of around 540 subsidiaries and equity investments, which in the financial year 2014 were organised into five operating segments: Passenger Airline Group, Logistics, MRO, Catering and, up to the end of 2014, IT Services. All the segments occupy a leading position in their respective markets. WebsiteAlso flies to:
Moremi Air Services (Pty) Ltd, is an air charter company based from Maun in Botswana. The company has been operating since 1997 and has been under new management from June 2003. We have a fleet of 8 different aircraft suited to regional and internationl flying – both single and twin engine, as well as turbine aircraft. We operate from Botswana and into Zambia, South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe. Our staff are passionate about their vocations, and are eager to make sure that your journey is part of a memorable safari experience. "Moremi Air – The Journey is the experience" WebsiteAlso flies to:
Regional services in South Africa. Choose Airlink to connect you to 35 destinations in 9 African countries. With more than 21 years of of customer focused experience along with the widest network and choice of flights, you get where you want to be, when you want to be there. WebsiteAlso flies to:
Domestic airlines in South Africa. SA Express is a domestic and regional, passenger and cargo carrier established on 24 April 1994. SA Express has since become one of the fastest growing regional airlines in Africa. As a regional airline with route networks covering major local and regional cities, SA Express plays a significant role in the country's hospitality, travel and tourism industry and is vital contributor to the country's socio-economic development. The airline's head office is based at Airways Park in Johannesburg. SA Express has a growing fleet of aircraft and implements self-technical maintenance for all its fleet types at OR Tambo International Airport. An integrated, sustainable regional airline connecting secondary and main airports. WebsiteAlso flies to:
National airline of South Africa. At South African Airways we are the proud national airline of South Africa. We offer great value flights to and from South Africa as well as within our beautiful country. We are committed to the highest standards in everything we do and aim to deliver a world-class experience on every flight. Plan and book your flights with us and experience why we are one of the leading airlines in Africa. WebsiteAlso flies to:


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Each August, SGA arranges for over 100 returning students to help new freshman and transfer students move their belongings into their dorm rooms. These "Bellhops" get to move in a few days before the official opening date for the dormitories and receive a special, annually designed t-shirt. For more information, or to sign up to help, contact the SGA Vice-President for Student Services.
The Student Government Association (SGA) invites you to order freshly and professionally made goodies to make your student feel closer to home. Sending your student a cake on their birthday, some brownies before an important exam or even some cookies just to let them know you are thinking about them is a great way to show your student how special they are. Our treats are made by Honeymoon Bakery, a local bakery in historic downtown Rome. Every Tuesday and Thursday, we will pick up the freshly made goods from the bakery and deliver them to your student's door!
A few days before Spring finals begin, SGA puts together bags or boxes containing lots of candy, snacks, fruit, and other items to pass out to students. Order forms for these 'kits' are mailed to parents in the middle of the Spring semester.
SGA Budget & Finance Committee allocates the Student Activity Fund to recognized student organizations. For more information, see the SGA Treasurer.
The night before Fall finals begin, SGA and Food Service host a free breakfast (in exchange for a canned food), which is cooked and served by members of the administration, faculty and staff. These canned goods are donated to a local shelter.
SGA normally organizes two campus-wide blood drives during the fall and spring semesters and one drive during the summer. Incentives, such as free food, are provided for every donor. Representatives assist with blood drive by signing-up donors and working at the registration table or canteen during the blood drive. SGA, at the request of the local hospitals, will begin to coordinate blood drives with Blood Assurance.
SGA lights the College Christmas Tree and serves refreshments after the annual Lessons & Carols service, which is sponsored by the Chaplain's Office in College Chapel. Special music is provided during the serve by the various campus music ensembles and choirs. The Concert Choir leads the singing of traditional carols before the lighting of the tree.
SGA sets aside limited funds in its budget each semester to provide the resources needed to help bring to fruition worthy student ideas to improve the campus in some way.
SGA actively sponsors special events, and, in coordination with the Volunteer Services Office, helps organize volunteer groups and donates funds to support such causes as Make-A-Difference Day and Homelessness and Hunger Awareness.
This reunion is held every five years, with the next to be in 2015, and is open to all former SGA representatives of Berry College. It is held during Mountain Day Festivities and usually follows the Grand March. More information will be available closer to the next reunion.


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Tree of life with and without extinct lineages. Most depictions of the trees of life that are derived from molecular data only consider extant organisms (i.e. lineages that have representatives alive today). Through horizontal gene transfer molecules from now extinct lineages might have survived in today's organism (more at Zhaxybayeva and Gogarten (2004): Cladogenesis, Coalescence and the Evolution of the Three Domains of Life. Trends in Genetics 20 (4): 182- 187 ).
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Ravensbourne Forest Chalets
Where To Stay Ravensbourne, Toowoomba, Queensland
Located only 35 minutes north of Toowoomba, Ravensbourne Forest Chalets allows you to relax and revitalise in the clear, fresh mountain air – and for those romantic summer evenings you can escape from the coastal humidity. All six "couple get away chalets" have double spa bath, log fires, reverse cycle air conditioning, full kitchen with a dishwasher, barbecue on secluded verandah and carport. The three deluxe queen spa chalets have a queen bed and the three deluxe king spa chalets have a king bed, surround sound, washing machine and dryer. Awaken to the call of the whip bird or cat bird, enjoy the relaxation of your own chalet or venture out to Lake Cressbrook or Ravensbourne National Park, both located only minutes away.
Only 90 minutes from Brisbane, this getaway location offers the ultimate romantic experience with privacy and tranquillity. Ravensbourne Forest Chalets are nestled in a private rainforest, 600 metres above sea level, on 40 acres of picturesque undulating native forest.
Ravensbourne is in the Crows Nest area of the Toowoomba Regional Council, 45 kilometres north of Toowoomba on the edge of the Great Dividing Range. Delicious breakfast, picnic lunch or barbecue dinner hampers are available as are massages.
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Each Chalet is fully self-contained with a full kitchen and dishwasher and a hooded barbecue on the Chalet verandah and a carport. The three Queen deluxe Spa Chalets contain queen sized beds and double spa baths. There are log fires, reverse cycle conditioning, DVD/CD players and all linen is provided. Food hampers and/or massages are available on request.
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One king deluxe spa chalet (Forest Grove) is on one level and is fully disability friendly for those who require assistance while maintaining the same level of luxury that is provided in all our deluxe king spa chalets.
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West Rail - W Line
The West Rail Line is now officially operating as the W Line. It is the first completed rail line of the RTD FasTracks Project. The 12.1 miles of light rail runs between Denver Union Station and Jefferson County Government•Golden Station, adding 11 new stations, 6 Park-n-Rides, and 3 new Call-n-Rides.
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White Eagle Park
White Eagle Park has been the site of cultural practices of the Ponca Indians for 128 years. Located on lands assigned to the Ponca Indians as a reservation after their removal from Nebraska in 1877, the park is a roughly triangular area of 26 acres lying just north of the Ponca Indian community of White Eagle in Kay County, Oklahoma. The park has been in use by the Ponca Indians as a campground and site of traditional ceremonies and dances since1878. The main features of the park are a welled spring and two dance arenas still used for ceremonies, social activities and the annual Ponca Powwow. The smaller South Arena, in use since the late 1870s, is simply an open grassy area surrounded by trees. The larger North Arena, in use for most of the 20th century, lies on open ground in a circle of bleachers. A structure very near the center of the White Eagle Park site covers the spring that was a major factor in the Ponca selection of this location as their new home in 1878. A gazebo was built over the spring in the 1930s, however today the gazebo is largely in ruins.
The Ponca, linguistically related to the Sioux, had settled in the area of northeast Nebraska and southeast South Dakota, having migrated there from the Ohio River Valley. Although Congress granted them a reservation in this area, the 1868 Treaty of Fort Laramie granted their reservation to the Lakota. Rather than rectify the situation, Congress appointed funding to remove the approximately 800 Ponca to the Indian Territory (now Oklahoma) by force if necessary. In mid-summer 1877, the Ponca, led by their hereditary Chief, White Eagle, arrived under military guard at Quapaw Agency in today's northeast Oklahoma. Refused permission to return to Nebraska, some slipped away to join tribes in the north. In December 1877, Chief White Eagle and other Ponca chiefs traveled west into the Cherokee Outlet area with Indian Inspector General John McNeil to choose land for a reservation and the location for the new Ponca Agency. The site chosen for the agency, which includes today's White Eagle Park, was about two miles west of the confluence of the Arkansas River and its Salt Fork.
This new Ponca reservation consisted of nearly 101,900 acres of prairie and river valleys in today's Kay County. Agent Whiteman reported in August 1878, a month after their arrival, that the Ponca were living in a single large village adjacent to the site selected for the agency buildings. Ponca oral history identified the village site as today's White Eagle Park, which they still call simply "the campground." Unfortunately, many of the Ponca were unfamiliar with the more humid Southern Plains climate, and became sick. In January 1879, Chief Standing Bear and 30 followers attempted to return north to bury his son, but he was arrested for leaving the reservation without permission. His case received attention in the nation's newspapers and calls for Indian policy reform became widespread.
The camp by the river became the nucleus of the White Eagle community, and according to Ponca oral tradition some families lived in tents on the campground that became White Eagle Park into the middle of the 20th century. Ponca elders still recall life in that community in the 1920s and 1930s when everyone still spoke the Ponca language. Speaking the Ponca language as well as the social and ceremonial dances on the tree shaded campground now know as the South Arena reinforced and sustained their Ponca identity. The campground in White Eagle Park was the location for one of the most important, unifying, and enduring Ponca traditions, the Ponca Powwow. The Ponca believe and historians of powwow culture acknowledge that today's intertribal contest powwow originated in the Ponca gatherings and activities at the White Eagle Powwow ground and quickly spread to other tribes. Long before their removal to the Indian Territory, the Ponca had developed their own dances, which included the Hethushka, or War Dance, practiced by several Plains tribes. The Ponca were known for their excellence as singers and song making. These songs carried and maintained basic elements of their culture, especially language, history, values and beliefs. They also, according to Ponca singer and song maker Lamont Brown, could bring physical and spiritual healing. The dances held there included the Hethuska Society dances, as well as the Scalp Dance, Wolf Dance, Veterans' Dances, and family dances. According to Ponca oral history, they held an annual dance, or "powwow," for the whole tribe every year after 1878.
By 1938, the annual Ponca Powwow had grown to a four-or five day event with large crowds converging on the campground at White Eagle Park to watch or participate in the dances. They could also view exhibits of Ponca crafts and watch baseball games featuring the Ponca Indian Cyclones. A Powwow Princess was chosen on the opening Thursday night, a list of dance contestants was announced, and a schedule of events through Sunday night was advertised in the newspapers. Earlier in the 1930s, a New Deal program, thought to be the Works Progress Administration or the Civilian Conservation Corps, Indian Division, had walled the spring and built a gazebo over it and a stairway for easier access from the camping areas. There were also 21 new concrete and stone tables for meals and domino games. Workmen had also constructed three large five-tiered stone and concrete bleachers on level ground at the north end of the park, which provided audience seating for a space that served as both a baseball diamond and a large, lighted dance ground now known as the North Arena. For generations of the Ponca people, particularly those who no longer lived in the White eagle community in the late 20th century, the Ponca Powwow and the return to the campground at White Eagle Park meant coming home.
White Eagle Park was listed in the National Register of Historic places on June 8, 2007.
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Summer offers television lovers a chance to catch up on their favorites or to find new ones.
While June through August used to be a giant wasteland of airtime, that's not the case anymore. Fans have hundreds of channels to choose from plus various ways to watch. But do they take advantage of both?
Brian Jaquet, communications director of Slingbox — equipment that makes it easy to watch and control home television from virtually anywhere, anytime — says yes and no.
"People still really only watch their favorite channels and some are willing to try new shows, but we like what we like," he said. "And we are connected to them by social media, which has become the new virtual water cooler where everyone talks about what happened on what show. No one wants to be left out of the conversation. Consumers want instant gratification."
He said there is a renaissance in TV viewing and what he called "appointment" TV. Binge marathons — selecting a series of a show and then watching every episode in a short amount of time — has captivated audiences and has contributed to the equation. Other shows, such as "Game of Thrones," have become something like a Super Bowl event that everyone wants to watch live. Another example, he said, will be the World Cup from Brazil this summer.
Jaquet, who calls himself a "professional television watcher and the ultimate couch potato," offers these five steps to watch the TV like a pro:
Step 1: Prioritize summer "water cooler" shows
Jaquet said because "water cooler" shows are usually more fun if viewers can discuss them with others (Can you believe who did what last week?) try to watch these shows live or nearly live.
• "Pretty Little Liars" (New season started June 10, ABC Family.)
• "Graceland" (New season started June 11, USA.)
• "Under the Dome" (New season starts June 30, CBS)
Step 2: Get "real" on a second screen
To engage in a social conversation around favorite reality shows or simply to make fun of the latest reality wannabes, keep your computer, tablet, or smartphone handy for real-time Twitter and Facebook chats.
• "Keeping up with the Kardashians" (June 8,E!)
• "Duck Dynasty" (June 11, A&E)
• "Big Brother "(June 25, CBS)
Step 3: Try new shows in new places
If your spouse or children have control of the living room and you want a little time to enjoy what's on but can't squeeze in, using a tablet or computer is the next best thing. That way you can try out exciting new shows from the kitchen, patio, or extra bedroom. It eliminates the need for multiple televisions or extra wiring and possibly potential family feuds.
• "Halt" and "Catch Fire" (started June 1, AMC)
• "Tyrant" (June 24, FX)
• "The Leftovers" (June 29, HBO)
Step 4: Queue self-contained episodes
Save self-contained shows or ones with episodes that don't need to be watched in sequence, for viewing during spare moments or as on-demand stress relief.
• "Food Network Star"(started June 1, Food)
• "Frankenfood" (June 8, Spike)
Step 5: Watch summer event TV on the go
When special-event TV is airing this summer, but you're out and about around town, you may miss out on being a part of the ongoing conversation. Mobile devices can help you control your actual cable box or satellite TV from all locations. You'll feel like you're in the stadium or even the French countryside.
• Tour de France (July, NBC/ESPN)
• 85th annual Major League Baseball All-Star Game (July 15, Fox)
• 2014 World Cup in Brazil (June 12, ESPN/ABC)


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Africa Drought Endangers Millions
By NATHANIAL GRONEWOLD of ClimateWire
Published: July 5, 2011
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UNITED NATIONS -- Aid agencies are calling it the worst drought in 60 years.
Emergency relief workers are getting increasingly alarmed at the scale of a slow-moving disaster in the Horn of Africa, where months of dry weather is said to be threatening famine and a new humanitarian crisis.
Last week U.N. agencies monitoring a severe drought in Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya and Djibouti increased the volume on existing warnings over food shortages in the region, a consequence, they say, of an unprecedented dry spell, instability and higher global food prices.
Reports suggest parts of Somalia may already be on the verge of famine, a repeat of the emergency situation that occurred when the central government collapsed there two decades ago. Officials in the field are reporting adults from Somalia turning up in camps in Ethiopia and Kenya showing signs of severe malnutrition, with some even dying shortly after they arrive.
In April officials estimated that up to 8 million people in the region will be in need of emergency food aid as a consequence of the drought. That number has now been increased to 10 or 11 million in urgent need.
The U.N.'s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is calling it the worst drought the region has experienced the early 1950s. And the problem is made much more difficult by the continuing anarchy and civil strife in most of Somalia, coupled with cross-border raids and violence between pastoral communities in the Ethiopian-Kenyan border.
However, refugees are being pushed from Somalia for a simple lack of food, said OCHA spokeswoman Stephanie Bunker. She estimates about 5,000 people are entering Ethiopia from Somalia every week.
"What people are saying is that those people who are arriving are arriving in bad shape," Bunker said in an interview. "We have not heard that there is a famine yet, but it is concerning that there are parts of Somalia where we simply don't know what the situation is and what condition the people are in." Bunker confirmed that some of those new arrivals have died from malnutrition.
'Downhill from here'
Normally taking the lead in coordinating relief efforts in such cases, OCHA has been joined in a chorus of warnings by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), the Food and Agriculture Organization, the office of the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees and the World Food Programme. All five U.N. organizations are working overtime to bring more publicity to the worsening situation in a news cycle dominated by the Arab Spring.
Drought conditions and extreme food shortages in the area at expected to last into 2012. "The prognosis is that it's going to go downhill from here," Bunker said.
"Resources are woefully inadequate," OCHA emergency relief coordinator Valerie Amos said in an interview with Minnesota Public Radio last week. "We have an appeal that is at the moment only 40 percent met. Some of the key sectors that are needed to protect and save the lives of people in Somalia are not being addressed at all."
Other U.N. agencies are painting a similarly dire picture of the food security situation in East Africa, but say they are assisting as best they can.
"Desperate hunger is looming across the Horn of Africa and threatening the lives of millions who are struggling to survive in the face of rising food prices and conflict," WFP executive director Josette Sheeran said in a release. "It is essential that we move quickly to break the destructive cycle of drought and hunger that forces farmers to sell their means of production as part of their survival strategy."
A map disseminated to governments by OCHA shows areas in the four countries close to the verge of famine, increasing the odds that that agency will issue a fresh appeal for relief funds and food aid soon.
Areas deemed to now exist in a state of emergency include the coastal region of Somalia northeast of Mogadishu, the far eastern and southern corners of Ethiopia, and most of Kenya's northeast frontier. Many of those regional emergencies are now classified as "critical" by the U.N. office and are at risk of tipping over to the worst classification of "famine/catastrophe" OCHA says.
Kenyan government blames climate change
Officials blame the failure of a normally wet season between April and June to deliver enough rain to sustain wild forage for cattle and other domesticated range animals, let alone enough rainfall sufficient for crops. But the dry spell has been traced to the beginning of last October when an anticipated rainy season also failed to deliver.
In June FAO officials declared that the persistently lower-than-average levels of precipitation in the eastern most part of the African continent had become "a chronic feature for the region." Kenyan government officials have blamed climate change on a recurrence of droughts that have led to blackouts in Nairobi and increased cross-border violence with neighboring Ethiopia as pastoral communities continually shift their herds in search of water and forage.
UNICEF estimates that about 25 percent of people in Kenya's far north are now suffering from acute malnutrition, including more than 37 percent of those living in the Lake Turkana area. Throughout the Horn of Africa the aid group warns that "millions of children and women are at risk from death and disease unless a rapid and speedy response is put into action."
Officials at UNICEF estimate that numbers of malnourished children in the Horn of Africa countries has increased by 50 percent over levels previously recorded.
"The last two rainy seasons were very weak and in part they failed in that region, and that's one of the key factors," said Michael Klaus, East Africa regional communications director for UNICEF, in a phone call from Nairobi. "The number of people coming over the border from Somalia to Kenya and Ethiopia has increased significantly. In the past two weeks it has definitely increased very much."
WFP says it will undertake a new emergency needs assessment this month but is already ramping up food relief efforts in areas hard hit by the drought. Already that agency says its extending emergency food assistance to 4.3 million in Ethiopia and around 2.4 million in Kenya. Officials there expect millions more to be added to the food aid rolls once the needs assessment is complete.
Copyright 2011 E&E Publishing. All Rights Reserved.


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For Romney: Debt and deficit
Would you support any tax increases whatsoever as a means to reduce the deficit, or must the task be accomplished by spending cuts alone? How do you balance your desire to increase military spending with your goal for the nation to live within its means? You have said you would offset the cost of your tax cuts by eliminating deductions and loopholes in the tax code. Which deductions? Which loopholes? Do you support the partial privatization of Social Security, as your running mate, Paul Ryan, has proposed in the past?
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Sure, lame-duck legislatures are bound to be a bit mad. But the session that just closed in Michigan was one for the ages. Aflush with the flurry of bills sent to the desk of Governor Rick Snyder—not so much speaking to his opinion on their quality—a politics-loving friend of mine in Detroit exclaimed, "It's like Christmas in … well, in December."
The swift passage of right-to-work in Michigan picked up national and international headlines last week. But that overhaul of labor law is only one piece of the expansive legislative plan for the state that now awaits Snyder's go-ahead. The lame-duck session was the final and powerful display of influence by GOP and Tea Party lawmakers that had a total and triumphant win in the 2010 election. Even as Michigan's reputation as a "swing state" is diminishing—it's voted Democratic for president since 1992, and both its U.S. senators are Democrats—local politics remain fractious. Not only does the GOP dominate both chambers in the state legislature (they will continue do so in 2013, despite some liberal gains in November), they also have power in the state Supreme Court, and the offices of the attorney general, secretary of state, and, of course, governor.
There was some good news from the lame-duck session: for the first time, the legislature approved a transit authority for the Detroit-Ann Arbor region—a huge and hard-fought win for an area dominated by the "Motor City." More than two-dozen previous efforts failed, leaving Detroit as the largest metro area in the country without a regional transit authority; now that Snyder's signed the bill, that's left to ignominious history Also, a new lighting authority was created that will help keep Detroit's famously patchy streetlights on, and, with a sweep of Snyder's pen, additional funds are being directed to support local food systems in Detroit's thriving Eastern Market.
Less than a half-day before the awful school shooting in Connecticut, the Michigan legislature passed a bill that would permit the carrying of concealed guns in day cares, schools, nurseries, churches, and stadiums, as well as shifting the power to grant concealed-weapon permits to county sheriffs. (They are currently granted by county gun licensing boards.) Snyder, happily, vetoed it.
But by and large, the proposals for Michigan's social, economic, and political future are grim indeed. Abby Rapoport suggests that Michigan looks an awful lot like Texas lately—and it's not because those of us in the North Country have developed a fondness for cowboy boots and chiles. The brutal way most of these measures were pushed through the statehouse, without public input and with nothing like calm deliberation, has left Democratic lawmakers and many of Michigan's citizens feeling raw and resentful.
Let's take it piece by piece.
Health care and abortion
This may be the biggest coup for Michigan's GOP, after right-to-work. Republicans in the legislature have taken a multi-pronged attack on abortion rights in Michigan (which were hardly robust anyway). The same omnibus bill that ignited national attention when Democratic Representative Lisa Brown was formally silenced after referencing her vagina in her protest of the House version last summer now has Senate approval.
If Snyder signs it, here's what it would do:
- Prevent abortion from being covered in the health insurance exchange being created under the Affordable Care Act.
- Prevent abortion coverage from being covered by standard private insurance policies issued by employers. Women or employers would have to purchase (in advance!) a separate rider if they want coverage for abortion procedures. The only coverage exception is for situations where a woman dies if she doesn't get an abortion. There are no exceptions for rape, incest, or pregnancy complications that threaten the health of the mother.
- Compel abortion clinics to meet the standards of surgical clinics, including requirements on the buildings that specify doorway size and minimum square footage.
- Prohibit the use of telemedicine, where doctors prescribe medical abortions that can be completed with a prescription, and instead require doctors to personally induce abortions.
- Permit doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and employers to refuse to cover or provide any health care treatment that they find morally objectionable, including abortion and birth control. (Conceivably, this could also include, say, treatment for HIV and AIDS.)
Democrats futilely attempted to add amendments that would create restrictions on vasectomies and Viagra to parallel the proposed restrictions on abortion and contraception.
Anti-sharia law
Dearborn, a city outside Detroit, is home to one of the largest population of Arabs in North America. It is 40 percent Arab American, and home to the wonderful Arab American National Museum and the largest mosque on the continent. Thriving communities of Muslims live there and throughout Michigan. But there appears to be a frightening lack of understanding about Muslim communities, given that the legislature passed a bill that attempts to defend the state against the supposed threat of Islamic law, or sharia law. Specifically, and redundantly, the bill would bar "foreign laws that would impair constitutional rights" in Michigan. It does not name sharia specifically, but its context is understood: Republican Representative David Agema, the bill's term-limited House sponsor, has called for targeted investigation of Muslims in southeast Michigan and claimed that "they" don't want to live under our laws. Even the Catholic Conference opposes the bill, because it believes the vague language would muddle the application of Catholic canon law in church governance.
"Voter fraud"
Despite Snyder's veto of a similar bill just months ago, the legislature has sent him another measure that would require voters to sign a statement affirming their citizenship when they go to the polls to vote. The bill Snyder vetoed would have required voters to fill in a citizenship check-off box at the polls, and when the secretary of state used the check-off boxes anyway in the August primary, she faced a federal lawsuit. The new bill has voters sign their name to a prewritten statement, including their address and date of birth.
State lawmakers passed a bill to make it harder for citizens to recall state lawmakers. This includes legislators and the governor, as well as local officials. (Notably, November saw the successful recall of the mayor of Troy, Janice Daniels, following several anti-gay statements, her refusal of federal funds for a transit center, and her combative relationship with several city-council members.) The new recall guidelines would shorten the time for collecting petition signatures, down from 90 days to 60 days. "Officials subject to recalls would have opponents instead of the existing system under which recall elections are an up-or-down vote," wrote David Eggert in MLive. That opponent would need to be elected in a primary, which of course delays the full recall process, and recall petitions could not be filed against officials with two-year terms in the first or last six months of their tenure. Recall elections could only happen in May or November, and only one recall could be filed against any one politician. County election boards would now decide if the reasons for recall are stated "factually and clearly" (compared to just determining if there's "sufficient clarity" now).
Property tax
The personal property tax will be phased out over the next ten years, which, according to the Detroit Free Press, amounts to a "$590 million-a-year tax break." It passed the House with only one vote to spare and Snyder signed it into law Thursday. The personal property tax was paid by manufacturers on their industrial equipment.
Initially, the Michigan Municipal League and Michigan Association of Counties opposed the bill because it doesn't provide for full revenue replacement for local communities that depend on this tax income. But the organizations officially shifted to "neutral" on the tax elimination when lawmakers said the phase-out will only happen if voters approve a 2014 ballot question that is "related to replacement revenue," according to the Free Press. The phase-out would then begin in 2016. The ballot initiative will ask voters to earmark a certain amount of sales tax paid by business toward reimbursing counties, municipalities, and schools—though it is not at all clear that this would not still amount for a net loss.
Prison privatization
Michigan lawmakers are looking to re-open a private prison near Baldwin, Michigan that would house up to 2,580 inmates. It has been vacant since 2005. Even as smaller numbers of prisoners and state budget cuts led to several prison closings in Michigan—including the only two in Detroit, where a disproportionate number of incarcerated people could be visited more easily by family members—the proposal is to open the North Lake Correctional Facility, currently owned by Geo Group, a Florida-based company, and open it up for private bids for operation. It very well could go back to the Geo Group, which, as the AP reported in May, had been the target of a federal investigation that found that the company permitted "cesspool" conditions in a youth prison in Mississippi. Geo Group also had to pay a $1.1 million fine for understaffing prisons in New Mexico. Minimum requirement for the company that would operate the new private prison in Michigan? It doesn't have to do with the quality of care or low recidivism rates. Rather, the private operator must demonstrate an annual cost savings of at least five percent.
Stadium subsidies
Snyder signed into a law a measure that would help create a new arena and "entertainment district" for the Detroit Red Wings hockey team. Currently, the Red Wings play downtown at the Joe Louis arena on the river—or they would be, if not for the NHL lockout. The plan allows Red Wings owner Mike Ilitch to access nearly $13 million of taxpayer money to help fund a $650 million development. This news came just as the fact that Ilitch—who also owns the Detroit Tigers—owes more than $1.53 million back taxes to the City of Detroit for the two parcels that make up Joe Louis Arena. Ilitch denies responsibility for back taxes.
It is a lot to take in. But, look: Michigan is worth your attention. And it's worth the fight.


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In France, several Ministries (Ministry of Agriculture, Food, fisheries and rural concerns, Ministry in charge of research, Ministry of Ecology, energy, sustained and territory development, Ministry of Economy and Finance) are involved in the process of authorization and GMO control.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries is responsible for authorising the release of new crops into the environment for commercial use with approval of the Ministry of Ecology energy, sustained and territory development, It was holding the secretariat of the former CGB (see below). The Ministry of Research is responsible for authorising the use of GMOs in research and development (see former CGG below).
The GMO appraisal & authorisation will be done by the High Council of Biotechnologies (Haut Conseil des Biotechnologies) related to the environment and public health and by the (French Agency for Food Security) l'Agence Française de Sécurité Sanitaire des Aliments (AFSSA) for the food sanitary security (human and animal food).
Controls are carried out by the General Directorate for Fair trading, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Controls (DGCCRF (Direction générale de la concurrence, de la consommation et de la répression des fraudes) all food and feed products and EU produced seeds), the General Directorate for Food (Ministry of Agiculture and Fisheries, DGAL, imported seeds) and by the Group for the Control and Certification of Seed Varieties (GEVES) for seeds certification.
The French law about GMOs transposing the EU directive 2001/18 was voted in June 2008 (n°2008-595 form the 25th of June 2008) creating a High Council of Biotechnology in charge of the GMO expertise.
The 8th of December 2008, the decree detailing the High Council of Biotechnology (HCB) functioning was published. The HCB will provide its opinion regarding every GMO questions. It will take the functions of the former CGG (Commission du Génie Génétique, confined use of GMOs) and CGB (Commission du Génie Biomolécualire, environment released GMOs).
Two committee will compose the HCB: a scientific committee with ca. 40 members (specialists from different discipline genetic engineering, molecular biology, human and animal health protection, ecology, sociology rights, agronomy...) and a social & ethical committee with 26 members (associations of environmental & consumers' protection, representative of the rural world, local authority,...).
Nominations have been done the last 22nd of April to get started in early may 2009.
This committee will be in charge of following up the eventual appearance of non-intentional effects (recommendations on the surveillance orientations, Ministry warning, opinion on the observation protocol needed for the overall surveillance,...). 20 members (Scientists nominated by the Ministry of agriculture) will be part of this committee. It replaces the former "Comité provisoire de Biovigilance" (see below).
The CES (Committee of scientific experts) of biotechnologies of the AFSSA (Agence Française de Sécurité sanitaire des aliments) is composed of GMO specialist scientific member. It conducts the scientific evaluation of GMO regulation and market launches and risk evaluation for human and animal health of the food made out or composed with GMO. In 2009, members of this CES will be replaced.
Before the GM law voted last may 2008, 3 other advisory commissions were involved with GMO in general:
From July 1st until the end of 2008, France had the EU presidency and was seeking to reopen discussions on approval procedures for GMO at the European level for:


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Mary Seylar and Andy Allen, both of Cedar Rapids, announce their engagement.
Seylar is the daughter of Don and Deb Seylar of Estherville and the late Patricia Seylar. She is a 2003 graduate of Estherville Lincoln Central High School and a 2006 graduate of the University of Iowa with a communications degree. She is employed at YellowBook as an associate manager in customer service.
Allen is the son of Margaret and John Allen of Iowa City. He graduated from Iowa City Regina High School and St. Ambrose University in Davenport with a degree in psychology and elementary education. He is currently employed as a kindergarten teacher at St. Jude's in Cedar Rapids.
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Mary and Andy
The couple will be married on Aug. 16 at John XXIII Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids with a reception dinner-dance at the Clarion Hotel and Convention Center.