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The predicted rain finally arrived at Paul Ricard on Friday. With the French track switched to a longer layout to simulate Montreals Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Canadian Grand Prix preparations were the focus, although the poor weather inevitably limited the teams progress as they wrapped up this weeks test.
Few drivers managed more than a handful of laps in dry conditions before the rain set in just after 10am, and it was Toyotas Jarno Trulli who set the pace with a time of 1m 31.360s, from the Renault of Nelson Piquet.
"We were planning a full day concentrating on Montreal-specific aerodynamic and mechanical set-ups but unfortunately the weather spoiled that, reported Gerd Pfeiffer, Toyotas test team manager. We initially fitted wet tyres to do a baseline run in the highest downforce specification we would run in Canada but the rain got worse. The next time we went out, just before lunch, we ran the extreme wets but Jarno reported too much surface water. Then, in the small time we got at the very end of the day, we ran a couple of systems checks. It was a frustrating end to the test but at least we collected a lot of data to prepare for Monaco over the first two days."
McLaren tester Pedro de la Rosa was third fastest, ahead of Toro Rossos Sebastian Vettel in the new STR03. Toro Rosso had intended to switch Sebastien Bourdais into the car in the afternoon, but the weather thwarted those plans. Ferrari also decided to pack up early, leaving Felipe Massa fifth in the times, followed by BMW Saubers Nick Heidfeld. The German had a minor off at the end of the morning session and although his mechanics had the damage repaired in time for the afternoons running, the team opted to stay in the garage.
The rain was particularly infuriating for Red Bull tester Sebastien Buemi, seventh fastest: It was very frustrating, because I have not had much mileage in a Formula One car so far this year, so I was looking forward to today. We got a couple of runs in dry conditions, but then as I was meant to be doing a long run test, the rain got much heavier and we decided the most sensible option was to stop running.
Giancarlo Fisichella was eighth for Force India after a clutch problem kept him off track for much of the morning. Team mate Adrian Sutil was tenth quickest after his minimal afternoon running. Sandwiched between them was the Honda of Jenson Button, while Williams tester Nico Hulkenberg completed the line-up in 11th.
The next official track outing for the teams will be first practice for the Monaco Grand Prix. As tradition in Monte Carlo, that will take place on Thursday rather than Friday.
Unofficial Friday test times from Paul Ricard:
1. Jarno Trulli, Toyota, 1:31.360
2. Nelson Piquet, Renault, 1:31.634
3. Pedro de la Rosa, McLaren, 1:32.143
4. Sebastian Vettel, Toro Rosso, 1:32.480
5. Felipe Massa, Ferrari, 1:33.246
6. Nick Heidfeld, BMW Sauber, 1:33.371
7. Sebastien Buemi, Red Bull, 1:34.064
8. Giancarlo Fisichella, Force India, 1:34.071
9. Jenson Button, Honda, 1:36.501
10. Adrian Sutil, Force India, 1:43.877
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This wonderful earthy cake was made for me a few days after I gave birth to my first child, Yasmin just over 11 years ago. Yasmin was born at home and my one request was for my friends and relatives to come and help by preparing nourishing meals for us. Rotem, a friend and relative, baked me this wonderful moist, earthy, comforting cake on one of those days. I love to serve it with thick , cold plain yoghurt, drizzled with maple syrup and laced with freshly grated lemon zest. It is so delicious and impossible to resist.
The key is to get good quality pure date syrup, rich and dark in quality.
date syrup cake
100g butter (room temperature)
3/4 cup silan
2 eggs (beaten)
1/4 cup water/milk
lemon rind from one lemon
1 cup whole-wheat flour
1 tablespoon ginger powder
1 tspn baking powder
1 tspn baking soda
pinch of salt
1 1/2 cups finely chopped walnuts/pecans
Butter and flour a loaf tin. Pre-heat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
Cream the butter and silan together using a hand mixer until soft and well mixed. Add the eggs, milk/water and mix well.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, ginger, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add the chopped walnuts and fold into the wet mixture with the lemon zest. Stir well to combine.
Pour mixture into the prepared loaf tin. Bake in the oven for 40 minutes or until well risen, golden and springy to touch.
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Karim Benzema gives Madrid the lead
Karim Benzema's strike and a Cristiano Ronaldo penalty ensured Real Madrid got back to winning ways in the Primera Division against a resilient Rayo Vallecano.
Benzema finished a fine counter-attack to give Real a deserved 13th-minute lead and they survived a few nervy moments before Ronaldo made the game safe from the spot midway through the second half in an encounter held over until Monday evening after a suspected act of sabotage saw the power supply cut at the Estadio de Vallecas 24 hours earlier.
The victory was just Real's second win in five La Liga matches and the defending champions are now eight points behind frontrunners Barcelona.
A statement on Real's official website revealed they had unsuccessfully lobbied Spanish league chiefs to hold the match during daylight hours to avoid a repeat of the "deplorable events" that forced the cancellation of the original fixture.
Once the action did get under way Real weathered an early barrage and could have been ahead in their first real attack, but Pepe's free header at the back post forced an acrobatic save from Vallecano goalkeeper Martinez Ruben.
The warning signs were there for Paco Jemez's side but they could do nothing as Real countered to great effect in the 13th minute.
Ronaldo released Angel Di Maria down the left and he was inexplicably allowed to cut into the area and pick out Benzema, who tapped into an empty net at the back post.
Vallecano had not learnt their lesson and only Di Maria's selfishness - the winger's shot curled wide from 25 yards when better options were ahead of him - prevented Madrid from doubling their lead, once again on the break.
Ronaldo forced Ruben to make a fine save at his near post while the Vallecano stopper rushed out to save point blank from Luka Modric, who had latched on to Di Maria's chip into the box.
Real's failure to extend their lead nearly came back to haunt them as first Iker Casillas reacted well to parry away Jordi Amat's bullet header before Mikel Labaka's follow-up effort was chested off the line by a covering Xabi Alonso.
The visitors did end the half in convincing fashion, though, with Di Maria and Benzema linking up once again, ending in the latter's strike across goal being tipped away by Ruben.
Vallecano started the second half in a positive fashion, although Andrija Delibasic was caught unawares when Real defender Alvaro Arbeloa's woeful backpass picked out the Montenegro striker on the six-yard line.
And he was nearly made to rue his lapse in concentration a few minutes later when Benzema sprinted clear and slotted past Ruben but the referee had already blown his whistle for a Madrid free-kick in the build-up.
It was only temporary respite for a game Vallecano outfit, who fell further behind in the 70th minute when Ronaldo's cutback was handled by a sliding Jordi Amat, with referee David Fernandez Borbalan awarding the spot-kick.
The former Manchester United man fired home, sending Ruben the wrong way.
Ronaldo should have made the game safe moments later but embarrassingly chipped onto the bar - under pressure from Triguero Tito - from close range with the net gaping after a selfless assist from the recently-introduced Gonzalo Higuain.
It mattered little, however, as Jose Mourinho's side comfortably saw out the remaining few minutes for their first victory on their travels this season.Vallecano's night ended on a sour note when Jose Manuel Casado was dismissed in injury time for a second bookable offence.
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2 | Barcelona | 25 | 59 |
3 | Atletico Madrid | 25 | 54 |
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5 | Sevilla | 25 | 46 |
6 | Villarreal | 25 | 45 |
7 | Malaga | 25 | 41 |
8 | Celta Vigo | 25 | 32 |
9 | Espanyol | 25 | 32 |
10 | Athletic Bilbao | 25 | 30 |
11 | Rayo Vallecano | 25 | 29 |
12 | Real Sociedad | 25 | 27 |
13 | Eibar | 25 | 27 |
14 | Getafe | 25 | 26 |
15 | Deportivo La Coruna | 25 | 25 |
16 | Almeria | 25 | 24 |
17 | Elche | 25 | 24 |
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10. The Art in Amsterdam: Try not to get too distracted by the nightlife in Amsterdam and set aside a little time to visit the iconic museums that the city has to offer like the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, the Anne Frank House or the Rembrandt House Museum.
9. The food in Italy: It's not simply pasta and pizza all the time. Travel along the coast and you'll find plenty of unique and inspired seafood such as ricci di mare or sea urchin. Though it's not all about pasta and pizza, save a little room, because those are delicious, too!
8. The Wine of France: When it comes to wine in France, the Localvore movement has been flourishing since the Middle Ages and many French residents take a good deal of pride in their local varietal. Whenever possible, we recommend drinking local. Fortunately, when traveling in France you're likely to have good luck with the regional vin wherever you happen to be.
7. The Live Music of Ireland: Sure you should try a Guinness while exploring the Emerald Isle, but try to plan your night on the town so that it coincides with traditional music night. That way you can share a pint and shake a leg with the locals.
6. The Architecture of the Czech Republic: Both modern and untarnished, historic buildings adorn the streets of Prague and you'll feel, both, the history and the youth of the city as you tour the Czech Capital. Plus, you'll never be late because you can hear the bells of the Astronomical Clock throughout the city.
5. Late Night Snacks in Spain: No need to sacrifice on food quality simply because it's after 10—That's just when things start to heat up in Spain. Enjoy a light meal early to tide you over, and when the sun has dipped well below the Mediterranean, let the tapas begin!
4. The Islands of Croatia: Offering an Eastern European spin on "Island Life", Croatia boasts some of the most scenic havens on earth. Just ask Condé Nast Traveler magazine, who consistently rates Hvar among the 10 Most Beautiful Islands in the World.
3. The History of Sicily: Part Greek, part Moorish and wholly Sicilian, this Mediterranean island features fascinating history at every turn. Bring a camera as you ride along its ancient streets and be thankful you're cycling. It's much easier to park a bike than it is to park a car on Sicily's narrow lanes.
2. The Beers of Belgium: While the French and the Italians have devoted themselves to wine production, brewing has been elevated to an art form in Belgium. When sampling, just keep in mind that beer can be a bit stronger on the other side of the Atlantic.
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TALENT, Ore. – Three members of a Talent family are out of their home following an early morning fire that brought in crews from three fire districts.
The fire on Foss Road completely gutted the home of Malone and Sasha Knudson and their son, Dylan. Malone Knudson was in the shower about 5:45 a.m. on Monday morning when he says his wife yelled at him to get out of the house.
"Just my wife screaming, yelling for me to get out of the house! The house was on fire. I yelled for my boy, Dylan. Make sure everybody was just out of the house," Kudson recalls. "I grabbed the fire extinguisher out of my boat to try to put the fire out, but it was already too far along. So, I just made sure everybody was out safe and called 911."
When fire crews arrived, the whole front of the house was fully involved and smoke was pouring out from under the front porch roof. Talent Chief Dan Marshall says first responders immediately called for more help.
"Upon arrival, we were told that the occupants were out of the house a we conducted primary search; knocked it down and confirmed that so we were able to get the occupants out," said Marshall. "From there, we had an electrical hazard with an overhead lilne, right above where we're standing right now, caused us some operational probelms and slowed down the attack a bit."
It may have been a rude awakening for this family, but they found out how much their neighbors really appreciate them, and the neighbors are banding together to help out all they can.
"This Saturday and Sunday, we're gonna have a block-long Foss Road party and yard sale. There's plenty of parking and then just come on to the block, and bring cash. Buy stuff and let's just support this family that has litterally lost everything," said Gerry Pare', a concerned neighbor.
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Take the creep out of your trigger and dial in the pull weight you want. Trigger is constructed of 440-C stainless steel. Engagement surfaces are precision machined and polished. The sear is EDM cut, heat treated and tempered nickel plated steel. Fits new Hawkeye rifles with the LC6 trigger, wont fit VT rifles (factory 2 stage triggers).
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This heavy-duty hedge trimmer is made for professionals looking for heavy pruning and rejuvenation performance.
If variety is the spice of life, then the STIHL HS 81 R hedge trimmer is one spicy way to trim hedges. Available in both 24" and 30" blade length options, this trimmer gives professionals two ways to tackle heavy pruning and rejuvenation tasks. Each version features wider tooth spacing, ideal for heavier cutting. The HS 81 R also features low-vibration technology and a swivel handle for improved comfort and convenience when cutting.
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Visit your local STIHL Dealer to see these hedge trimmer features in person. Your STIHL Dealer will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. Together, we'll help you find the hedge trimmer that best suits your needs.
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HS 81 R Specifications - Professional Use | |
DISPLACEMENT | 22.7 cc (1.4 cu. in.) |
ENGINE POWER | 0.7 kW (0.94 bhp) |
WEIGHT | With 24" blade: 5.5 kg (12.1 lbs.) With 30" blade: 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs.) |
BLADE LENGTH | 24" or 30" |
FUEL CAPACITY | 370 cc (12.5 oz.) |
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BANGKOK, Thailand — After Cyclone Nargis left a trail of corpses along Burma's coast in May 2008, foreign aid workers clamored to enter the military-controlled backwater.
Despite the world's pleading, Burma's paranoid generals forbade most foreign relief workers from entering the disaster zone. A frustrated U.K. threatened unauthorized air drops. The U.S. Navy was forced to float vessels loaded with life-saving supplies offshore.
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Those who know of Scientology through media exposes, or South Park's stinging cartoon parody, may wonder what interests Scientology could possibly have in one of Asia's most remote jungles.
The Western media has largely focused on Scientology's celebrity followers, its secret scriptures and its costly hierarchy of enlightenment. Defectors' tell-alls have shaken the religion's public image. An internet campaign known as "Anonymous" vows to do much worse: destroy the church entirely.
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Scientologists reach all these places and more. The faith has dispatched its yellow-clad "Volunteer Ministers" to almost every major global disaster in the last decade: from the 2001 World Trade Center attacks to the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami to Japan's earthquake-ravaged coast.
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Scientology relief work is largely focused on delivering "assists," a menu of touch-healing techniques said to reconnect ailing bodies with immortal spirits.
The healing promised by assists is radical: limbs purged of aches in minutes and minds freed from trauma on the spot. Using only their hands, and instructions from the Scientology Handbook, ministers swear they can even render a drunk man sober in minutes.
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Mainstream psychiatry is uneasy with Scientologists' forays into trauma relief. But in the church's eyes, they are often the only force with the spiritual expertise disaster relief requires.
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Bromwell, one of the church's most-traveled volunteer ministers, has missed few of Asia's recent calamities. He recalls Indonesian troops weeping when afternoon rains stirred tsunami flashbacks. He's encountered a boy whose face was dragged against the ground by waves until teeth showed through his cheek.
"Have you ever seen someone in shock? Their eyes are sort of vacant like no one's home," said Bromwell via phone from New Zealand, where he led a Scientology team in Christchurch. The city was rocked by a 6.3-magnitude quake in February.
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Bromwell's objective is to bring survivors back to "present time," he explained. In Scientology lingo, the person's "thetan," or immortal spirit, is hung up on the traumatic event, leaving the body unable to properly heal.
If spotted by a Scientologist, a dazed disaster survivor is asked to lie down on a padded folding table beneath a tent. The person's trauma-stricken spirit is then reconnected to the body, so say the Scientologists, with a combination of verbal instructions and touch techniques.
Physical injury is often handled with a "nerve assist." The injured person lies belly-down, then supine, while a Scientologist traces fingers along their spine and strokes their limbs. The motion, according to the Scientology Handbook, unclogs blocked energy "improving communication with the body and bringing the being relief."
Mentally trauma is treated with a "contact assist," in which a survivor is asked to re-enact a troubling event at the location where it occurred.
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Optimal sampling strategies for core collections of plant genetic resources
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A core collection of crop germplasm aims to represent the genetic diversity in a single collection or in a crop species with minimum similarity between its entries. Core collections have a major role to play in conserving genetic resources and using them in plant improvement. Core selection can be based on stratified sampling from groups of related accessions. Elementary neutral theory indicates that the relative number from each group should be proportional to its level of polymorphism. This procedure has some biases when alleles are finite in number, or heterotic, or deleterious. However, in general, the weighting strategy is in practice robust to these departures from the assumptions underlying theory. Variation in divergence among populations is a factor that merits attention. In general, weighting in conservation should include both elements of richness and degree of divergence.
- Brown, A. H. D. (1989a) The case for core collections. In: Brown, A. H. D., Frankel, O. H., Marshall, D. R. and Williams, J. T. (eds), The use of plant genetic resources. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, pp. 136–156.
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- Optimal sampling strategies for core collections of plant genetic resources
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- Conservation Genetics
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- Part VI
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- pp 357-370
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- 1994
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- 2. Department of Agronomy and Range Sciences, University of California
- 3. Section of Clinical Genetics, University of Tübingen
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- D. J. Schoen (5)
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[iPhone] Get lost in Elgard, an MORPG for iOS
Posted By Tucker On June 22, 2013 @ 1:16 PM In iOS | No Comments
[1]Finding the right online RPG is kind of like dating. There are a lot of options, sure…but most of them are kinda low rent. But once you find the right one, it's a match made in heaven. If you love RPGs and hate spending money, you should check out a free RPG called Elgard: The Prophecy of Apocalypse.
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Elgard: The Prophecy of Apocalypse is a free fantasy MORPG game developed by RntsMedia.
[2]What exactly is the tipping point between a MORPG and a MMORPG? That's one question I found myself asking when I heard about this game. How many players do you need to have in order to get that second "m" added to your game's designation, and become truly "massive"?
One thing that could hold back growth to reach that crucial "massive" level of a massively multiplayer online roleplaying game is simple: the language problems. Throughout the game's instructions and in-game text, there are tons of spelling errors. Coupled with poor sentence structure, it's a bit confusing if you're trying to follow along with the game's backstory. When players are confused, it is hard to get them invested in the game.
Another annoyance players face early in the game is dialog boxes. When you talk with NPCs, you have the option to click a "quest" button and see if that character can send you on a mission. However, you have to click the button to learn whether there is a quest or not. After doing that half a dozen times, I started to wish that the "quest" icon would just be greyed out unless there was a quest available.
Overall, the controls are responsive, and getting around is pretty simple. The tutorial involves a bit of story, so it feels like less of a drudge than other games I've played. That being said, the iPhone's screen does make the various slots and icons seem a bit cramped. Perhaps the UI could be simplified a bit in the future.
There's a lot to do in this beautifully-rendered world, but I sometimes found myself getting bored with this game because of confusing dialogue or long waits to join a party. Elgard is a fairly new release, and so I think it needs a little more time to take on some polish. There's a lot of potential here, though.
Elgard is still finding its legs. The developers really need to clean up the language throughout. However, the graphics are great, and the controls are simple and responsive. Elgard might be a real stunner a few updates from now. As it stands currently, I could take it or leave it.
Price: Free
Version reviewed: 1.2.0
Supported OS: Requires iOS 5.0 or later
Download size: 123 MB
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quote:The national media writers aren't giving LSU's players and coaches much respect in their ability to pull it together. Has no-one paid attention to the recruiting classes we've had over the past years, and also not paid attention to the coaching moves?
quote:Reminds me of the start of the 2011 season. Sounds good to me. Let's take care of business and prove these guys wrong.
quote:they just don't know as much as those who follow this team year around.
quote:nd some of y'all said that the Chicken Bowl didn't matter.
quote:I'd leave us out too
quote:Have you not paid attention to the mistakes and blunders that the Head coach has made year after year. He couldn't win a NC with more NFL talent then any team in the country (when you combine the last 2 years) Why do you expect that to change now?
quote:You'd leave us off a list of those with "reasonable or semi-plausible national title dreams"? That's ridiculous.
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Our Soldiers are grateful for the overwhelming and continuous support that our hometown communities have shown us. To demonstrate our gratitude, many of our Soldiers have shown their support by helping an 8-year-old boy named Clay Ray-Cook. Clay's story is one that touched our Soldier's hearts. Clay, son of Christine Ray-Cook and Clay Cook, is a close family friend of one of our Soldiers, Staff Sgt. Jessica Biggins.
After four weeks of what his doctor's thought was bronchitis, Clay was diagnosed with leukemia. Leukemia is a cancer of the blood or bone marrow and the cause of it is unknown. When Clay first found out he had Leukemia he wrote in one of his blog entries, "The doctors said I needed some new blood because mine was not doing its job anymore".
The 1166th brought a group of our soldiers together for a company picture and held up letters that spelled out "Clay is Our Hero." Clay was shown this picture one morning before surgery and it simply brightened his day. When the Soldiers heard how Clay enjoyed the picture so much, we felt it wasn't enough and we wanted to do more. Although support and love from family and friends is always a tremendous help during such hard times, it often isn't enough. As many people know, medical treatment for cancer can be very costly. As a result, many of our Soldiers have made generous donations to a fund set up in Clay's name. This fund is used to assist in paying for his extensive medical treatments. Through this, Soldiers feel the satisfaction of giving back to the community.
Our mission focus isn't only on the successful withdrawal of equipment and support of the war, we also strive to give back to the communities that we live to protect.
If you would like to get involved and give your support to Clay and his family, feel free to e-mail Staff Sgt. Jessica Biggins at firstname.lastname@example.com for more information.


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Jobs 'receptive' to the idea of a 7-inch iPad, according to internal email
By Loh Ving Sung GooglePlus
05 August 2012 - Steve Jobs, who infamously said that 7-inch devices are dead on arrival, might have been a bit more receptive to the idea of a smaller tablet in private. So did his head of Internet software and services, Eddy Cue, who sent Jobs an email with the idea of a smaller iPad said the CEO was opened to the idea.
Court documents revealed at the ongoing Apple and Samsung trial showed that Cue sent Jobs an email dated January 24, 2011. In it, he forwarded an article that compared the iPad to the Samsung's 7-inch tablet.
"Having used a Samsung Galaxy (Tab), I tend to agree with many of the comments below," Cue's said in his email.
"…I believe there will a 7-inch market and we should do one. I expressed this to Steve several times since Thanksgiving and he seemed very receptive the last time," Cue told the courtroom in San Jose, California.
Apple is rumoured to launch the smaller iPad Mini by the end of this year. And even though Jobs expressed nothing but distaste for anything smaller than 10-inches, it seems in private Apple thought it was good idea.
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Mera Peak is the easiest amongst Nepal's 'climbing peaks' that does acquire both Trekking and Climbing Permits, and as opposed to the more expensive Expedition Permit required for all mountains higher than Mera Peak. Mera Peak is one of the most alluring trekking peaks in Nepal as it involves a culturally stimulating journey through picturesque villages and forests combined with the non technical climb to the 6476m/21,246 ft Summit.
- Trip length:
- 15 Day(s) 14 Night(s)
- Unique Experience:
- ● Experience climbing in himalaya
● Highest but easiest climbing peak
● Alpine scenery of the Himalayas
● Perfect view over Mt. Everest
- Locations Visited:
- Lukla, Kothe, Khare, Mera La, Mera Peak
- Start City:
- Kathmandu
- End City:
- Kathmandu
- Physical rate:
- Type of transportation:
- Flight,walking,climbing
- Type of Accommodation:
- Local Tea-House and Tent
- Tour departure day(s):
- Every day
- Participants:
- Small Group Exploration – normally no more than 2-5 travellers. Being few brings you closer to local life and flexibility to go to places less travelled; to go beyond the ordinary.
You can be min. 1 and max. 8 travellers on this tour. You can book 1 person, but we cannot guarantee more participants.
For an additional 40 USD per person you can secure this as a Guaranteed Private Tour.
Please contact us for further details and booking.
- Children Policy:
- Child age: No special rate, pay same as adults
This tour is not recommended for: Children under 12 years (Please consider the heights and strength of the trip)
- Included in Price:
- Meals: 15 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 14 dinners
Boiled water for drinking while on climbing period
Accommodation: 12 nights at Normal Tea-House and 2 nights in Tent
Entrance fees: All permits
Transport: Transfers to/from airport; domestic flight and airport tax to Lukla and return to Kathmandu
English speaking tour guide: Trekking and climbing crew (English Speaking), Climbing Guide, porter/s with all their food, accommodation, insurance and equipment
Others: Climbing Ropes, Ice Bar
- Excluded From Price:
- ● Clients personal expenses (such as laundry, phone calls, cigarettes, bar bills/soft drinks Hot drinks/mineral water, extra snacks on the way etc)
● Clients personal items such as medications, clothing and equipment (sleeping bag and down jacket could be rented in Kathmandu)
● Climbing Equipements such as correbinar, Ice Axe, Zummer, 8 Figure, Climbing boots, Harness, Crampon etc. Note: it could be rented in Kathmandu
● Comprehensive travel insurance that covers emergency evacuation from remote mountain locations as well as the standard cover like trip cancellation, lost baggage etc.
● Tipping
● Any unforeseen expenses due to delays or diversions due to events outside the operators control, for example landslides or strikes
All other expenses not stated as included in the above
- Travel season:
- Nepal has the widest altitude range of any country on the earth. Each altitude has its own weather, from tropical heat to Arctic cold. In the main trekking seasons in the spring (March/April) and autumn (October/November), the weather is generally stable and even the high passes may be free of snow and relatively easy to traverse at times. But beware, you are heading into the World's highest mountain range and be prepared for changes of temperature and weather. And though this period is generally expected to be dry, as everywhere, rainfall and gloomy weather may occur making the mountains less visible. Not least, sudden snow may be experienced at high altitudes blocking the trail and bringing with it freezing temperatures.
The monsoon season roughly starts mid-May/June and runs to the end of August. During this period rainfall and muddy trails may be expected and the possibility to see mountains is less as compared to the main trekking seasons. Travelers who value greenery and quiet environments will love traveling during monsoon season. We recommend the Upper Mustang area in the monsoon season due to it being relatively shaded from rain during June-August.
- Essential to bring:
- ● Warm Clothing
● Climbing Equipments
● Climbing Insurance
Early in the morning you meet up with the group and head to the airport for your flight to Lukla. This is an approximately 45 minute flight with incredible mountain views north to the Himalayan Range. You will stay overnight in Lukla, the gate way to the Everest region. In the afternoon you can explore Lukla.
Heights: Kathmandu 1350m,Lukla 2840m
Overnight – local tea house
Day 2: Lukla - Chuttanga
Get a hearty breakfast and get ready for a heart starter! Today's walk is quite short but it's a 4 hours ascent through the forest to Chuttanga.
Trekking time: approx 4 hours
Heights: Chuttanga 3050m
Overnight – local tea house
Day 3: Chuttange - Chattra
Feels like yesterday, except you get some downhill as well. You start the morning with a 4 hour ascent to pass of Chattra La at 4300m (La means pass). From here you can enjoy the incredible mountain views before your 2 hour descent into Chattra.
Trekking time: approx 6 hours
Heights: Chattra 4100 m
Overnight – local tea house
Day 4: Chhatra - Kothe
This morning you start off with something different – downhill. The trail descends for about 5 hours through mixed forest down to the river. From here you ascend again for about 1 hour, following the river all the way to Kothe. You will see good mountain views today as well and you get your first view of Mera Peak.
Trekking time: approx 6 hours
Heights: Kothe 3500m
Overnight – local tea house
Day 5: Kothe - Thagnak
From Kothe the trailfollows the river upward all the way to Thagnak, our stop for the night. Along the wayyou have amazingviews of MeraPeak, Mera La Glacier as well as the surroundingmountains. Our stop tonight is a small Sherpavillage and youcan have funlearning more aboutSherpaculturehere.
Trekking time: approx 4-5 hours
Overnight – localtea house
Day 6: Rest day for acclimatization
Today is for lettingyourbodies rest and acclimatize. If youarefeelinggoodyoucould go for an acclimatizationwalk, or explore the village.
Overnight – localtea house
Day 7: Thagnak - Khare
Today's trail is all about going up. You ascend for about 2 hours to Di Kharka and then you have a steeper climb for about 2 hours to Khare. To take your mind off the ascent, you have amazing views of Mera Peak, KusumKangaru and many more. A good day to enjoy being in thealpine zone and get a good rest at your overnight stop in Khare.
Trekking time: approx 5 hours
Heights: Khare 5000m
Overnight – local tea house
Day 8: Reat day in Khare for acclimatization
Today is another day to rest and let your body adjust to the altitude. Use the time to check your climbing gear or do a day hike from Khare.
Overnight – Local tea-house
Day 9: Khare - Mera La
It's about one hour cliff walk and then ice climb to Mera La.
Trekking time: approx 5 hours
Heights: Khare 5400m
Overnight – Camp
Day 10: Mera La - High Camp
From here its gradual uphill climb to high camp. On this day you could have magnificent mountain view including world highest Mt. Everest., Makalu, Lhotse, Cho-oyu etc.
Trekking time: approx 3 hours
Heights: Khare 5800 m
Overnight – Camp
Day 11: High Camp - Mera Peak - Khare
You start your summit bid early in the morning, with the ascent taking about 5 or 6 hours. The last 100 metres are a steep climb to the summit and then, there you are, standing on top of Mera Peak! On top of Mera Peak you will have magnificent views to the surrounding mountains. After taking your photos and getting your breath back, you return back down all the way to Khare, to make sure your body recovers the climb.
Trekking time: approx 12 hours
Heights: Mera Peak 6461m
Overnight – local tea house
Day 12: Khare trek to Kothe
Today you retrace the trail to Kothe.
Trekking time: approx 6 hours
Heights: Kothe 3500m
Overnight – local tea house
Day 13: Kothe to Chattra
Today you retrace the trail to Chattra.
Trekking time: approx 7 hours
Heights: Chattra 3800m
Overnight – local tea house
Day 14: Chattra to Lukla
Today you retrace the trail to Lukla and, as this will be the last time you see some of your crew, you will no doubt have a party to celebrate a successful expedition.
Trekking time: approx 9 hours
alpine zone and get a good rest at your overnight stop in Khare.
Trekking time: approx 5 hours
Heights: Khare 5000m
Overnight – local tea house
Day 15: Lukla to Kathmandu
This morning you will board the Lukla flight again, this time bound for Kathmandu.
Heights: Kathmandu 1350m, Lukla 2840m
Meals: B
General Information
Acting Responsible - Arrival Information - Child Explorers - Emergency Contact - Expect the Unexpected - Feedback - Guides - Health and Fitness - Luggage Storage - Optional Activities - Running Late? - Safety and Security - The Law and "the Man"- Travel Documents and Visas - Travel Insurance - Weather
Additional Expenditures - Departure Tax - Keeping in Touch - Meals - Money - Respectful Dress - Share your Explorations… - Tipping - What to bring
Need to know
Travelling responsibly is a pillar of the Visit Beyond philosophy. To us, it means two things: respect for the environment and respect for local cultures. We practice low-impact tourism and make every effort to preserve the environment. We refuse to treat local people as mere photo-ops and insist that you engage with locals as human beings. You will have a better trip for it.
If you have booked an arrival package you can expect a Visit Beyond representative waiting for you at the airport, train- or bus station with a Visit Beyond sign and your name. In emergency cases please call Mr. Sumit on +977-9851167070. Visit Beyond does not offer refunds for missed transfers due to a change in flight or delays. Should your plane be delayed, please contact us immediately. Any additional cost you may incur to get to your destination is at your own expense.
Visit Beyond welcomes travellers of all ages but some tours are more suitable for children than others. Please make yourself aware of children rules under each tour and determine if a given trip is suitable for your family. An adult must accompany children and young people under the age of 18. An adult is defined as anyone aged 18 or above. All enquiries with respect to children are subject to review and approval by Visit Beyond. Visit Beyond reserves the right to restrict the number of travellers under the age of 18 on tours to secure optimal operation.
Please note, that the above refers to child travellers only and not to child prices. These may be seen under each individual tour, if applicable.
In the event of a genuine crisis or emergency, Visit Beyond's Nepal office can be reached on Tel: +977-014700563/4700066. For further contact details please use the following page: http://visitbeyond.com/contact-us
Visit Beyond, as the name implies, brings you places that are beyond the well-worn tourist path. Out there, things sometimes go wrong and if they do, it is imperative that you tell your guide or tour leader immediately. They are best suited to help however way they can. If this does not suffice, your guide will contact our manager. Note also that Visit Beyond trips are likely to offer circumstances that involve risks and by booking a tour with Visit Beyond, you acknowledge and accept any and all risk associated herewith.
This said, please expect and appreciate the unexpected. We try to bring you closer to local life and here English may not always be spoken and despite a global world, cultural differences still greatly exists. You will get a much better experience if you bring an open mind, a great smile, patience and willingness to meet the locals at eyelevel.
How do you find your Visit Beyond experience? We would love to hear from you and always welcome constructive feedback. Please contact us on the following addresses: http://visitbeyond.com/contact-us
In the event of discrepancies or dissatisfaction, please file the complaint to your guide as soon as it arises. Doing so, we have a better chance of meeting your needs instantly and ensure you get a good experience. Note that you waive any complaints if you cannot reasonably demonstrate that the complaint was made immediately.
If you, contrary to expectation, remain unsatisfied then please file a written complaint to your travel consultant through which you have booked the service. This must be done within 15 days of the end of the service. Visit Beyond will not accept any liability for claims received after this period.
Visit Beyond provides experienced, local, English-speaking guides who know the destination and region well. We encourage you to ask all the questions you may have.
For all tours, please closely read the itinerary and note the physical rating to decide if you are fit to participate. As a general rule of thumb and to get the most out of your trip, we recommend a good physical health and if in doubt, consult your doctor or physician before leaving your home country. We do not walk at altitude nor set distance records, but some treks can still be demanding. Expect hilly terrain and high temperatures. Visit Beyond and its guides reserve the right to exclude a participant without refund if said traveller is unable to complete the itinerary without undue risk to him/herself or to the group.
Small and very handy first aid kits should be readily available in your home country. We recommend you purchase a kit before departure along with any personal medication you may require.
If you suffer from any conditions, physical, mental or otherwise, you are obligated to notify Visit Beyond in writing prior to booking. Visit Beyond reserves the right to decline a booking if said conditions pose a danger. Likewise, failure to notify Visit Beyond of any such condition may result in your denial of travel. Similarly, travellers should be aware that Asian countries have medical standards and facilities that may vary greatly from what you are used to in your home country. Women who are or think they may be pregnant must consult a physician before engaging in any activity with Visit Beyond or before booking any trips. Any person who is concerned about their ability to travel should contact Visit Beyond and will then be recommended a trip suitable for these specific needs (if available).
Special Health & Fitness for diving:
Before you begin your dive course, you must complete a medical test. If you suffer, or have suffered, from asthma, hay fever or allergies, you must bring a doctors certificate stating that you are physically capable of withstanding the kind of strain that diving may cause. We recommend that you obtain a doctors certificate in advance in case you are suffering from any of the above-mentioned diseases.
Visit Beyond provides luggage storage at all of our service offices, both for the day and if you go on a tour for several days. When going on a tour and you come back to our office, we recommend that you only bring what is needed for the tour and leave larger bags behind. Not only will this make it more convenient for you, but also allow for better and easier commuting.
On some of our tours, there may be free time and/or options for additional activities. These are not included in the tour and do not form a contract. Visit Beyond is not responsible for anything that may arise from a traveller taking part in optional activities. Optional activities are undertaken at the cost of the traveller.
Please always respect the departure times when stated in itinerary. These are carefully considered to ensure you the most comfortable journey and to ensure you make opening times where applicable. In case you, contrary to expectations, are running late for a tour departure, please use the contact details on the front of your voucher to alert Visit Beyond. If we do not hear from you the tour will depart at latest 15 minutes after stated departure time and no refund will be given in case you miss the departure.
Most national governments provide updated advice services on safety issues involved with international travel. We recommend that you stay updated on your government's advice for the latest travel information – before departure and while on the road.
Visit Beyond endeavours to conduct its operations safely and your guide has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. However, Visit Beyond is not liable to you in the event of injury, death, financial loss or any other damages incurred as a result of Force Majeure, e.g., political turmoil, riots, war, landslides, flooding, etc. Visit Beyond requires you to carry insurance that covers such unforeseeable circumstances.
Adventure trips, trekking, hiking and water based activities such as swimming, snorkeling and diving inherently holds an element of danger and excitement. While we take every precaution to ensure these are carried out in agreement with operating standards, please have a balanced approach to safety and note that participation will always be at your own risk.
Visit Beyond does not tolerate illegal drugs nor do we tolerate visiting prostitutes. This goes even though it may be common among certain communities we visit. Possession of illegal drugs is a crime punishable by life imprisonment in Nepal. Visit Beyond and guides reserve the right to immediately expel from the group anyone engaging in these activities.
Note that most nationalities are required to obtain visas for travelling to certain countries in Asia. You are yourself responsible for obtaining valid visa to enter Nepal if needed. Consult your embassy's website in the destination country or the destination's embassy website in their country for the latest visa requirements. If you are in doubt of who to contact, please feel free to send us an email: email@example.com Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months after your return date. Visit Beyond cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions in regards to visa rules.
Valid personal travel insurance is a prerequisite to participate in any activity or tour organised by Visit Beyond. It should as a minimum, but not exclusively, cover medical expenses, personal injury, repatriation and evacuation. Further amendments to your policy, such as trip cancellation, and loss of luggage and personal effect are not required, but strongly encouraged. Visit Beyond will not be held liable for lost or stolen luggage and reserves the right to deny participation in any activity or tour if you do not hold valid travel insurance. You must be able to provide proof of insurance if requested by Visit Beyond or any of its representatives.
Visit Beyond operates trips in Nepal throughout the year—including the rainy season—and changes may result from inclement weather and other unforeseen circumstances. We reserve the right to change the itinerary according to such circumstances as we see fit to ensure the best experience for our travellers.
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Take into account your personal spending habits when deciding how much money to bring. Are meals included? How much will you drink and party? How many souvenirs do you intend to bring home? Remember to include tips in your calculations and we also recommend keeping an emergency fund for unforeseen circumstances beyond our and your control.
There is no departure tax at Tribhuvan International Airport at present time; however we recommend that you always recheck before leaving for the airport. This due to said information being subject to change without notice and Visit Beyond is not liable for unexpected charges levied on departing tourists.
It is a good idea to leave your booking agent's contact details or Visit Beyond's contact information with friends or family in your home country in case of emergencies.
Visit Beyond gives you the opportunity to try authentic Nepali food. When meals are not included, your guide will be able to suggest restaurants and the best dishes during your trip. Your guide will normally order a variety of dishes to sample. Notify your tour leader of allergies or dietary restrictions.
We recommend withdrawing money from ATMs, which are widely available throughout Nepal. This has the advantage of keeping your money safe in the bank – not vulnerable in your back pocket. Remember to bring your bank's emergency contact details in the event that your card is stolen. You might also consider bringing a spare card in case one gets stolen. Remember to keep them separated. We recommend you bring some spare cash in USD in case of emergency.
Remember that dressing is generally conservative throughout Asia – especially outside major cities. Visit Beyond therefore strongly recommends modest clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the predominantly hot Asian climate. Avoid tank tops on the beach and never sunbathe topless. Men and women alike are often required to wear pants that cover the legs in temples and religious sites.
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Post pictures and impressions on Facebook.com/VisitBeyond and/or share with the hashtag #VisitBeyond
Visit Beyond employs local guides who greatly appreciate recognition of services rendered. Tipping is expected but not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.
Most of the restaurants often levy a 10% service charge on the bill. Additional tipping is at your discretion
Pack according to the tour you have chosen:
Tea House trek – CLICK HERE
Camping trek – CLICK HERE
Mera Peak – CLICK HERE
Visit Beyond encourages you to pack only necessities and we strongly encourage you to pack in a backpack with straps and back support and a smaller daypack.
What you plan to bring we will leave up to you, but generally remember all your travel documents and keep a copy of your passport as well as your travel insurance card on you at all times. Give priority to lightweight and fast drying clothes just as long sleeved shirts and trousers are recommended for trekking and chilly evenings. If you are travelling in the rainy season, remember umbrella or waterproof shield. Lastly respect local culture and bring appropriate clothes for temples and religious sites. You might also find it useful to bring a phrase book – just a couple of words in the local language will give you tremendous credit.
The above has been written in good faith and every effort has been made to accurately reflect Visit Beyond's policies. It should be seen as general guidelines and information provided as a service to the traveller. Visit Beyond cannot be held responsible for any error, omission or unintentional misrepresentation that may appear in this document or on its website. The Client solely bares the responsibility for staying updated on travel requirements, rules and regulations at any time. Updated 24th Jun 2014.


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The five most durable gadgets of Always On
It's my personal belief that, across the board, gadgets should be tough enough to handle your real life. I don't think phones should require cases -- Gorilla Glass is more than strong enough to take a drop, and it's perfectly feasible to design devices that can handle bangs, biffs, and dunks without being completely destroyed. (Side note: Why does the Samsung Galaxy S4 Active even exist? Why aren't all versions of the S4 dust-proof, shock-proof, and waterproof? See what I'm getting at here?)
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"According to Google's own analytics, fewer than 0.1% of Android devices are running version 4.3. Even if you include the previous version of Android, version 4.2, only 8.5% of devices have it. Android 4.2 launched in October 2012," Kovach reports. "iOS 7, which launched around 1 p.m. Eastern on September 18, is already on more than 26% of iOS devices, according to Mixpanel Trends, a third-party platform that tracks iOS and Android data."
Kovach reports, "Often, Android devices that are a year or so old never get new versions of Android. Meanwhile, iOS 7 supports devices that are up to three years old, like the iPhone 4… "
Read more in the full article here.
MacDailyNews Take: Fragmandroid.
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