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Precision Auto Repair
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This is the official mobile app for Precision Auto Repair in Springfield, MA. With our new app you may learn more about us and the various services we offer including Auto Repair and Foreign Auto Repair. In addition, Users will enjoy functionality that utilizes the Android operating system. Some of the functionality features include an appointment scheduler, QR Coupon reward system, the ask an expert feature to ask questions regarding auto repair, GPS enabled directions, a sharing feature that allows you to share the app with other Android users and more.
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The most experienced, comprehensive and advanced cardiac center in the Northland is taking services to another level with the Cardiac Clinical Decision Unit (CCDU). The facility is an 18-bed unit with 4 outpatient exam rooms, 1 procedure room and consultation rooms dedicated to patients with cardiac issues who requires additional diagnostic services or brief interventions.
The CCDU further enhances the level of services provided to the community by focusing on a heart failure clinic, advanced cardiac imaging services and a dedicated area for patients with cardiac symptoms.
The CCDU is a unique hospital-unit to the Kansas City area dedicated to rapid, efficient, cost-effective evaluation and treatment of:
A new PET/CT scanner will consolidate imaging services and bring advanced imaging capabilities for diagnosing cardiac conditions. The one test evaluates blood flow through the heart while viewing the heart's anatomy.
The cardiac PET/CT scanner will allow for more accurate noninvasive cardiac imaging which will help better identify patients with coronary disease and better select patients who can benefit from a cardiac catheterization. This increased accuracy has been shown to overall decrease costs and improve outcomes.
Another benefit to a quicker exam means reduced exposure to the radioactive substance used for all imaging tests. Instead of three hours of exposure, the technology decreases that time to about 30 minutes.
Someone suffering a heart attack requires quick care for the best outcome. But often, a cardiac condition isn't so easily diagnosed and more time may be required for monitoring. Typically this evaluation is done in the emergency department where physicians and staff see all types of patients.
By moving these patients from the ER we keep the ER open for emergent patients and provide specialized care for cardiac conditions in a dedicated area.
The CCDU specific protocols will allow for shortened stays because patients will be seen promptly and testing streamlined. Cardiac evaluations will have the advantage of oversight and management by cardiologists from Meritas Health Cardiology.
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In TriVascular, Inc. v. Shaun Samuels, IPR2013-00493, Paper 39 (September 2, 2014) the Board sustained a number of objections to the patent owner's demonstrative exhibits. The Board agreed that modified versions of the patent drawings, and animations of the patent drawings "improperly display material not made of record previously in this proceeding" and barred the patent owner from using, citing, or relying upon this material during the hearing, but allowing the patent owner to replace the barred material, however, with evidence that was made of record timely in the case. The Board also barred a demonstrative that did not exactly quote from evidence of record, but allowed the patent owner to substitute a demonstrative with exact quotation. The Board did not bar material reproduced exactly from the cited record evidence, which was not previously relied upon, saying that this went to the weight that would be given, not to whether it could be presented.
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The latest event and meeting notices from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups.
Tech Expansions: Niowave Adding 120 Jobs In Lansing, HTC Global Adding 200 In Troy
State officials announced support for two major tech company expansions Wednesday.
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L. Brooks Patterson, George Zimmermann and Larry Alexander join host Carol Cain on CBS 62's "Michigan Matters" this Sunday as the conversation centers on tourism and big time regional events.
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Remote Access Blocker
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• Simple one click install protection of your phone camera and microphone. App block all camera resources and disable access to camera for the whole android system [No root needed].
• This app will protect your phone camera from watching and spying you by NSA, hackers, AndroidRAT, spyware and malware applications.
• Simply shake your device to gain access to a camera app.
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As far a I know this is the only app that stops all (100%) illegal use of the camera and microphone.
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Trattoria Stella
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Neighborhood: Highland
Cuisine: Italian
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Tucked away in a tiny historic home in the Highlands, Trattoria Stella—or Stella's, as the locals call it—is a popular restaurant for date night. Perhaps it's because of the romantic dining setting on the outdoor patio. Maybe it's because of the tasty Italian cuisine made from fresh, local ingredients. It could even have something to do with a night out in the Highlands, Denver's tree-lined urban village. Whatever it is, Stella's is worth the trip from downtown. The small restaurant gets crowded, especially on weekends, but don't let that stop you—that makes it better for people watching.
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Enjoyed my first visit, but not my second. I knew what I wanted and the first time I saw the server, I ordered my entree. I was still waiting 50 minutes later to receive it, while other diners around me that had ordered after me had already received their dinners. Bill was slightly off, too. I like how cozy and friendly the place can be, but I don't trust that I'm going to receive service worth paying for.... Read More
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Construction of NASA Mars Rover being streamed online
The Curiosity Cam live video feed allows the public to watch technicians assemble and test NASA's next Mars rover in a clean room at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, Calif. (Image credit: NASA/JPL-CalTech)
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Members of Congress who want to infringe on your right to keep and bear arms will never give up. Fortunately, through our states we can effectively render any new federal gun laws powerless by using a legal doctrine upheld repeatedly by the Supreme Court.
This is done by depriving the feds of any enforcement assistance by local law enforcement agencies in their state, a doctrine known as "anti-commandeering."
Essentially, it provides that state legislation can prohibit state law enforcement from aiding the federal agencies attempting to enforce federal gun laws.


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This was a Christmas present for my husband. We had had s bit of a traumatic year last year & we needed to kick back & relax. This place didn't disappoint. Really enjoyed ourselves. Thank you
We have been going to Avonwood, Newby Bridge for 15 years and love the quiet surroundings and peace. It provides all our needs for a perfect holiday.
Had a nice holiday in there !! Nice people and friendly ! Loved it ! If I have a time I would go there
Lovely peaceful location Log cabin excellent, well equipped and spotless, not to far from Bowness town.
Our third time staying at Avon Wood, we will be back.....great.
The lodge was perfect and spotless on arrival. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed and a BBQ was provided as well. The view was lovely and the site was very quiet and peaceful. Avon Wood comes fully recommended and we'd return without hesitation.
Our stay at Avon Wood was fantastic. The lodge and the surrounding area is beautiful. The hospitality of the owners was amazing aswell. To put the cherry on the cake of our holiday we got engaged while we were there.
Would definitely go back for another visit. Highly recommend for any couple looking for a quiet escape.
We had a lovely break, great park, quiet and beautiful position
Great location just above Windermere and overlooking the lake. A ten minute drive takes you to the nearest town and less than five minutes to the nearest pub/restaurant.
Fantastic location, excellent holiday in every weay
That's our fourth time at the lodge. We love it. It's a great place to just 'hole in' if you want to have some time out. However it's a great base camp if you want to go exploring the local area. My one minor gripe is the Wi-Fi which is a bit hit and miss. This is quit an important issue for us as we still have to run our business when we are away. You can't have everything I guess! We'll certainly be back. It's a bit of a tradition now to have a week here every year.
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In America, deep-V hulls are synonymous with the late C. Raymond Hunt who founded the firm with current president John Deknatel in the 1960s. The design was, conceived and patented by C. Raymond Hunt in 1963. The sharp entry forward keeps pounding to a minimum. There is no deep forefoot to cause bow steering and broaching. The V-shape is carried all the way to the transom, which results in evenly distributed displacement and lateral plane.
Since 1978 C. Raymond Hunt Associates have collaborated more than 40 times with Gladding-Hearn Shipbuilding to design and build tough, high-speed deep-V pilot boats. As ship draft has increased pilots have moved further off shore in meeting ships and often board at higher speed. The collaboration of designer and builder has, over the years, evolved a range of pilot boats designs to meet a range of requirements, from the 43-foot Resilient Class to the 75-foot Charleston Class. It was this later hull that formed the basis on which the Lake Charles pilots worked to develop a boat to meet their own particular needs.
Designed by C. Raymond Hunt and built at Gladding-Hearn, the new 75 by 20.6-ft (waterline 6711) boat has been delivered to the Lake Charles pilots. The vessel is powered by a pair of Cummins QSK38 Tier II engines each developing 1350 HP at 1900 RPM and turning 5-blade 41-inch Bruton props through quick shift Twin Disc MGX-6620A gears. The Twin Disc MGX-6620-A gears have a 10-degree down angle to the propeller shaft allowing the engines to be mounted well aft in the hull and at an angle of only four degrees while keeping the propellers deeper in the water for maximum bite.
The Tier II main engines on the pilot boat are fitted with the Cummins Eliminator oil lube filtering systems. These replace disposable filters with self-cleaning centrifuges that reduce maintenance expense and improve engine life. Cummins Northeast Inc also supplied two Cummins Power Generation-Onan 27.5 kW marine generator sets.
With these engines, the C. Raymond Hunt designed, Gladding-Hearn built and Cummins-powered 758x208x10 Lake Charles pilot boat reaches speeds of 25.9 knots fully loaded and 27 knots light boat.
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Stamp duty explained Stamp duty rates
The stamp duty rates you pay when buying a property vary from 0% to 12%, depending on the value of the property, and are tiered.
As of 4 December 2014, stamp duty rates are changing - and the amount you pay will be tiered, like income tax.
In simple terms, you won't pay any stamp duty on the first £125,000. You'll then pay 2% on the portion up to £250,000, and 5% on the portion up to £925,000. Between that point and £1.5 million, it's 10% - then 12% on anything over £1.5 million.
The new stamp duty rates are set out in the table below. You can scroll down for an example of how it works.
Go further: The Which? Group offers an independent mortgage advice service, Which? Mortgage Advisers, that looks at thousands of mortgages to find the best deal for your personal circumstances. The advisers are also able to explain how stamp duty works and how it will affect you. Call 0808 252 7987 for a free initial consultation.
Stamp duty rates
The table below shows the new stamp duty rates, which are valid from 4 December 2014.
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|% paid on the part of the property price within each tax band
Stamp duty calculator
To find out how much stamp duty you'll pay on the property you're buying, use our stamp duty calculator.
Or, to understand more about how the tiering system works, check out our example:
- Property price: £275,000
- Portion 1: £0-£125,000 - 0% tax, so total paid for this chunk of the purchase price = £125,000
- Portion 2: £125,000.01-£250,000 - 2% tax (£2,500) + £125,000 = £127,500
- Portion 3: £250,000.01-£275,000 - 5% tax (£1,250) + £25,000 = £26,250
- Total paid: £278,750 (£3,750 of which is stamp duty)
Go further: The cost of buying a house - we list other expenses that homebuyers will need to budget for
Valuing property just below a stamp duty threshold
Before the introduction of the tiered system, those selling a property were often advised to avoid valuing a property just above a stamp duty threshold, as this would dramatically increase a buyer's stamp duty bill. If a property was valued above a stamp duty threshold, even by just a penny, the buyer would have had to pay a higher rate of tax on the entire purchase price.
However, under the new system, the buyer only has to pay the higher rate of tax on that additional amount, so there are no huge increases to their overall tax bill.
Breaking a property into smaller units for stamp duty purposes won't work - HMRC will treat them as one transaction.
Go further: How to value your house - set a realistic price that will attract buyers
Is stamp duty payable on fixtures and fittings?
No, stamp duty is not payable on things like domestic appliances (washing machines, dishwashers etc), carpets, curtains and furniture. If these items are included in the price you pay for the house, you can usually deduct them before calculating your stamp duty bill.
Watch out though - HMRC won't let you get away with putting an unrealistically high price on fixtures and fittings.
Go further: Moving house: a step-by-step guide - what to expect, and when
Stamp duty for first-time buyers
First-time buyers have to pay the same stamp duty rates as everybody else - and, as of 4 December 2014, that amount is tiered, like income tax.
In simple terms, you won't pay any stamp duty on the first £125,000. You'll then pay 2% on the portion up to £250,000, and 5% on the portion up to £925,000. Between that point and £1.5 million, it's 10% - then 12% on anything over £1.5 million.
- Buying and selling a property - our hub contains all the information you'll need
- How to get the best mortgage deal - find the right type of mortgage for you at the lowest price
- Which? Money Compare - compare rates with our mortgage tables
Which Ltd is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Which? Financial Services Ltd, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Which? Mortgage Advisers and Which? Money Compare are trading names of Which? Financial Services Limited. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.


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HOUSTON A Spring family fighting to keep their pot-bellied pig has filed a lawsuit against their HOA.
The Sardo family lives in The Thicket at Cypresswood subdivision with Wilbur, their 60-pound, 8-month-old potbelly pig.
In July, they got a notice from their HOA saying they had 30 days to find Wilbur a new home.
The HOA said Wilbur had to go because the neighborhood s deed restrictions ban livestock.
Wilbur s owner, Missy Sardo, was initially told that if she could get 51 percent of the homeowners in the subdivision to sign a petition agreeing to allow the pig, the deed restrictions could be changed.
The Sardos got the signatures and started a Facebook page for their pet, which now has a following of over 4,400 people. But about a week later, Missy Sardo said she got a second letter from the HOA saying the petition wouldn t change anything, and they would have to find Wilbur a new home, after all.
Now, the family is facing $200-a-day fines for every day Wilbur stays at their house after September 10.
So on Tuesday, the Sardos filed a lawsuit against the HOA, asking a court to judicially declare that Wilbur is a household pet and not a violation of the deed restrictions.
According to the USDA, potbelly pigs are classified as pets, not livestock, and Wilbur was in fact sold and taxed by the State of Texas as a pet, Sardo said. The HOA has made demand that we get rid of Wilbur, and we just can t do it. He is part of our family, and the deed restrictions permit household pets. Wilbur is a household pet, and we have decided to fight for him.
Mitchell Katine, the Sardo family s attorney, said he hopes the lawsuit will allow the Sardos to keep their beloved pig.
There is no reason in the world that Wilbur should be sent away. He is part of the Sardo family, and is not bothering anyone, Katine said. Most people have large dogs that are much larger, noisier, smellier than Wilbur is. This is just not fair.
The Sardos said they re willing to pay the $200-a-day fine until the judge says it s OK for them to keep their pet.
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I recently overheard a woman discussing making a purchase. "It's only $50," she said, "I should just go ahead and buy it." I'm not sure what she was buying, but that phrase struck me: "It's only $50." I thought to myself, she must not know what saving an extra $50 can do!
Just over three months ago, almost on a whim, my hubby and I decided to start putting a little extra on our student loans. It seemed like a small amount that would hardly make a dent in the huge sum we owed, until we really started looking at the numbers. You see, I've lately learned the value of what once seemed like an inconsequential amount and what a big difference it can make in helping you pay off debt faster.
Saving just a little money can change your financially situation drastically. Even just putting a few extra dollars per month toward your loans can cut YEARS off the payback period. If you have debt, paying a little bit extra each month can make a huge difference.
So what does saving money, even just a little bit, really do to help your bigger financial outlook?
How to Pay off Debt Faster
Let's say you're trying to pay off a car loan: $5,000 at 4% fixed interest. If you continue making the minimum payment every month, it will take you another 4 years to pay off the loan.
If you find a way to save just $50 per month to put towards the loan, you can pay it off one year and five months sooner! (You can use this free debt calculator or this free downloadable spreadsheet to find out the actual debt pay off for your particular situation.)
In addition, you'll save almost $200 in interest.
Plus, you'll have freed up an extra $150 (minimum payment plus $50 extra payment) per month to put towards paying off another loan, saving for emergencies, or to help you become a stay at home mom.
Of course, those extra dollars have to come from somewhere. Recently, I shared 97 Easy Ways to Save Money. In the article, I also estimated the savings per month for each of the money saving strategies. They ranged anywhere from $4 per month to several hundred.
Saving that extra $50 could be as easy as dining out one less meal per month. Or it could be one less trip to the salon.
Even if you're already living on a very tight budget like we are, you may be able to find ways to cut your budget for necessities like groceries and utilities. You could also make lots of little money saving strategies add up to $50 per month. (This is the simple system my family used to cut our grocery budget in half.)


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Neat 1 bedroom apartment in cenral Florence
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FlorenceAndUs provides you a unique way
to experience the city of Florence and Tuscany.
As a matter of fact, not just by offering the comfy apartment in the center of Florence, which is also near the characteristic and enchanting Santa Croce square, plus, from your individual requests 'we could help you to organize your personal tour by following your own wish and your own interests.
We provide service to organize personal tour that based on your interests and expectation.
Therefore, you can actually choose to spend your holiday independently otherwise you can join us to discover the true beauty of Florence and Tuscany.
Our apartment, located in an antique and elegant atmosphere of the center of Florence, one minute walk to Santa Croce square, are also close to all the important monuments and museums of Florence like Duomo (main cathedral church of Florence) 'Galleria degli Uffizi (one of the most prestigious museums of the world) and Palazzo Vecchio (mayor's office).What's more, we offer a equipped kitchen, washing machine, TV, WIFI Internet, A/C, microwave and heater in the house.
On request, We have available garage at 10€ per day.
Our tours are being designed for individual requests and we could follow your own needs and interests. Usually we take our clients only to the exclusive places which are hidden apart from tourists in Tuscany. There are different aspects such as culture, cooking, nature and, shopping tour. We are looking forward to provide you an unforgettable experience in Florence.
|Sleeps up to 2, 1 bedrooms
|Nearest beach
|Viareggio 90 km
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|Car not necessary
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|Nearest airport: Amerigo Vespucci 7 km, Nearest railway: Santa Maria Novella 1 km
|Family friendly
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|No pets allowed, No smoking at this property
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|Internet access, DVD player, Staffed property
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The Tuscany region
Tuscany is located in central Italy and stretches from the Apennines to the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Its landscape, artistic heritage and stand-out cities - first among them Florence - make Tuscany an unquestioned protagonist of international tourism. In this region, nature has many different facets, starting from the coast that alternates long and sandy beaches, like the Versilia beach, with rocky cliffs and steep headlands. The islands of the Tuscan Archipelago, surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation, a crystal-clear sea and rich seabeds, are peerless.
You can admire sceneries of uncontaminated nature in the Apuan Alps and in several protected areas, such as the Orbetello Lagoon, home to many species of migrant birds, including pink egrets.
However, the most typical sceneries of the region are those that merge the beauty of nature with the millenary work of man. The amazing Gulf of Baratti and the sites of Vetulonia, Vulci and Pitigliano guard necropoli and vestiges of the Etruscan civilization, while Roselle and Cosa evoke memories from the Roman Age.
Medieval villages, historical towns, castles and defense systems, country churches (the so-called pievi) and beautiful abbeys, like the one of Sant'Antimo, are scattered all over the territory and their profiles stand out in the landscapes of the Crete Senesi, Orcia Valley, Garfagnana, Chianti and the Maremma.
Finally, Tuscany is full of spas: Montecatini, Saturnia, Montepulciano, Monsummano and Bagno Vignoni, which offer relaxing holidays thanks to their thermal waters and well-equipped facilities for all types of treatments.
Situated in north-eastern Tuscany, in a basin crossed by the Arno, stands the magnificent city of Florence, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, filled with historical relics and artistic masterpieces by the greatest masters of Humanism and the Renaissance. These people made an indelible mark on the world's architecture and art : from Giotto to Brunelleschi, from Michelangelo to Vasari, from Michelozzo to Leon Battista Alberti, just to mention a few. Every year, Florence, unanimously recognised as the cradle of the Renaissance, attracts crowds of Italian and foreign tourists to admire the marvellous churches, sumptuous buildings, and museums that make it so unique..
The city's charm also extends to its territories, beginning with the natural amphitheatre created by the hills surrounding Florence, where unique places such as the small towns of Fiesoleand Certosa del Galluzzo stand. The whole area is made up of stunning landscapes such as the Chianti area, where you can follow numerous art, or wine and food itineraries, and other areas, from Mugello to Valdarno, which hold a wide variety of surprises: ancient castles, medieval rural churches, and villas.
Wherever you turn, historical towns and art treasures make the this province unique, a perfect union between nature and culture. Each and every town, with its own particular features, is a world to be discovered: Empoli with its rich cultural heritage contained within 15th century city walls, Sesto Fiorentino with the famous "La Montagnola" Etruscan tomb, Impruneta, with its terracotta production or Borgo San Lorenzo with the remains of its 14th century fortifications and a magnificent church, and Castelfiorentino and Barberino Val d'Elsa, to mention but a few.
The Florentine territory provides a surprising number of itineraries, making a holiday here an ideal excuse to explore this enchanting area
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7 Jul 2014
"Nice apartment in a great location"
The Florence and us2 apartment is in a great location around the corner from Piazza Santa Croce. We were able to walk to all the sites we wanted to visit. It is close to grocery stores, restaurants an… More
Thank you for the review! I'm happy that you had a nice stay in Florence.
All the best, ciao!
14 Apr 2014
Excellent séjour. L'appartement est très bien situé, au centre de Florence, et calme cependant.L'hôte est plein d'attention pour ses voyageurs,donnant des idées de visites et des a… More
Thank you very much for your great review dear Noel and Dominique!
You are a great couple, very nice and friendly. You left the apartment very clean and in excellent conditions! I like to have guests like you and I hope to host you again. Ciao! Niccolò
17 Aug 2013
"ottimo appartamento, posizione strategica, proprietario gentilissimo"
Eccellente rapporto qualità/prezzo, proprietario disponibilissimo a illustrare i luoghi di interesse della città e ristoranti consigliati, il tutto riportato su una mappa. L'appartamento è per… More
Grazie Jacopo per la bella recensione! Spero di avervi nuovamente come miei ospiti. Alla prossima. Ciao!
9 Jun 2013
"Superb apartment in an excellent location!"
My husband and I had the pleasure to stay in one of Niccolò's Florence&Us apartments. It was located on a quiet side street, in a very well maintained building, close to St. Croce church, Il Duo… More
Thank you Leann! I'm very glad to know that you appreciated my suggestions!
Hope to see you again! Ciao!!
28 May 2013
"fantastico appartamento"
Appartamento nuovissimo, centralissimo, pulito, e confortevole e ben attrezzato per ogni necessità. Proprietario gentilissimo e molto disponibile. Prezzo molto conveniente data la zona centralissima(… More
Ciao Elisa! Grazie per la tua bella recensione, sono contento che siete stati bene. Alla prossima!
8 May 2013
"my favourite place to stay in italy"
Best location - just a minute walk from the Dante church and very close to the city centreBest host - very friendly and caring. It is very nice of them to show us around and highlight some attractions… More
Thank you Kaman! I'm glad that you enjoy Florence and our outdoor trip.
Hope to show you more wonderful places. Ciao!
1 May 2013
"Just fantastic! I would definitely stay again"
My friend and I traveled together, this apartment was the favorite of all the place we stayed, and made our stay in Florence extraordinary.A really cozy apartment with great location, getting around o… More
Thank you Chen Yin! I hope to see you in Florence again! Ciao!
15 Apr 2013
"Un ottimo appartamento nel cuore della città"
L'appartamento è ottimo, nel cuore della città, perfetto per una coppia.Si trova in una strada tranquilla a due passi da Piazza Santa Croce, in 5 minuti a piedi si raggiungono tutti i principal… More
Grazie Andrea! Siete stati degli ottimi ospiti e spero di rivedervi nuovamente a Firenze. A presto!
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MANILA, Philippines – After being out for more than a year, Chicago Bulls go-to-guy Derrick Rose is just itching to get back on the basketball court.
Rose, the NBA's youngest MVP ever, tore his ACL in his left knee in the first round of the 2012 Playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers and has not played since.
"As far as the game of basketball, [I'm looking forward to] just being on the court with my teammates. When you love something so much and you get away from it for a year and they continue to play the game around you, it's kinda like a tease. The more you get healthy, the more you want to be out there but you still have to be patient, let your body heal," said Rose, who was named league MVP in 2011 at just 22, during his Adidas DRose tour in Manila.
"I miss playing with my teammates especially with the core group of our team just standing out there playing hard, guys getting injured and playing through injuries so we could make it as far as possible in our season and we got to the second round I like to be in there with them fighting but at the same time I have a bright future. I think just being out there with them, that's what I miss most."
The Bulls, whose key players Joakim Noah, Luol Deng and Kirk Hinrich were also hit with injuries, still managed to outlast the higher-seeded Brooklyn Nets in a seven-game series in the first round and even took Game 1 against the defending champion Heat before losing in five games in the second round of the 2013 Playoffs.
And with Rose fully-recovered, expect the Bulls to be one of the stiffest contenders to the Miami Heat's three-peat bid this coming season.
"I think we have a great opportunity. I think the guys right now are getting ready. Eight guys in Chicago are back training right now. I think that's kind of rare for eight guys to be back," said the first overall pick by the Bulls in the 2008 Draft.
"They're letting me know that they're getting ready for a big year while I'm here training being out on the road, I have to prepare myself too because for me being one of the leaders on the team I have to come back and lead by example, be in shape, be the first one to come in practice, be the last one to leave. And just let them know that I care about the championship probably more than they do," added the 24-year-old Rose, who gave the Filipino crowd a reminder of his explosiveness when he gamely played three-on-three against PBA players Chris Tiu, JC Intal and Josh Urbiztondo at the Araneta Coliseum.
''That 's our goal, just to win a championship. We're going to take it game by game. I think that's where the team gets in trouble when we worry about the playoffs early in the year. Getting the team chemistry and just go out there together and play for the city of Chicago.''
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I don't know if there is a separate forum for SSM. SSM is part of SDM so this forum looks OK to me. If there is a separate forum for SSM please let me know.
Sorry if I sounds like a b**** but I see no other alternative to SDM/SSM. I think that SDM is good for single PC use. SDM for enterprise is not any good.
First here is how you should use SSM.
First using SDM. Select all computer models and operating systems you use in your enterprise.
Second; Select download and extract. Third; Then update SSM database and install drivers from network.
Here is my list of complains:
When downloading files and extract them I usually get path is too long and cannot be extracted. I extract to the path D:\Drivers. I ended up in extracting drivers to D:\D
If we installing drivers from network it fails when network drivers are installed. Somehow this makes sense and solution would be to copy the files locally before running SSM. However SDM does not allow me to sort extracted drivers using model. Resulting in copying close to 100GB files and 80% is not needed because of wrong model.
My list of feature/enhancements to SSM/SDM.
Add feature to extract to <model>\<category>\softpaq name>. <model> should be my selected model in the three view and not supported models for the driver.
Add feature to commandline to select only SSM compliant drivers.
Add feature to commandline to exclude certain categories. Example: SOFTPAQDOWNLOADMANAGER.EXE /Exclude:"Software - Security","Diagnostic"
There is a bug in SDM. It does not allow unpack to substed drives.
When running from network. Make SSM driver install in two phases. Phase one. Query computer and SSM database. Copy all needed files from softpaq store to local drive. Phase two. Install drivers from local drive.
Fix for HP softpaqs.
Shorten paths for softpaqs to maximum 100-130 characters.
I used to have nvidia drivers reboot the machine when SSM was installing. Forcing me to rerun SSM again after reboot. I ended up in not use Nvidia drivers packed by HP (they don't work with MDT 2012 update 1 either). Instead I use Nvidia drivers from Microsoft Catalog.
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Thanks for the suggestions.
SSM does not currently have a forum, but I think they are considering having one. In the meantime, I will forward your suggestions to their development team.
I will also pass the SDM suggestions to the SDM development team.


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If you are fond of Banaras and Pashmina silks, Silk and Cotton Fair is the right place to explore.
Sarthak Silk Handloom Welfare Society has roped in artisans from 15 States and set up 40 stalls for the festive season. One can either mix and match self-designed Banaras fabrics with plain silk cottons or design their own saris with the range of fabrics available.
Lucknow-Chikankari embroidered dress materials, cotton kurtis in bold and sober designs from Jaipur, and a range of saris like embroidered georgettes, Khadi, Chanderi, and Assam silk, among others are stacked at the venue.
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Lockets in single turquoise and other semi-precious stones, combination of red-star and oxidised metal and brass with stone inlay works are on display. 'Kangans' with a blend of pearls and enamels, German silver with semi-precious stones and Rajasthan beads are sure to charm the funky shoppers. Lockets range from Rs.120 to Rs.750. Stone-studded anklets and Hyderabadi-pearl sets appear to be eye-catching.
Artisans from Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Assam, Rajasthan, Hyderabad and other places have come together to sell their products at the manufacturer's price, said organiser of the expo Vijay Chugh. "One can avail 20 per cent discount on handlooms and 10 per cent off on handicraft products for the festive season," he said.
"Most of us may not get an opportunity to shop for the festive season visiting places. The fair creates an opportunity to explore products from different States at one place," said noted actor Vizag Prasad after inaugurating the expo.
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(Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco)
The aroma of the dense surrounding forest hangs in the thin mountain air as you stroll among the ancient stone ruins of the famous Incan fortress at Machu Picchu and connect with a lost civilization and its millennia-old ghosts.
It's easy to imagine the bustling village life that once existed here as you tour this stirring mountain-top bastion with your knowledgeable private guide. You'll learn more about the incredibly advanced Incan civilization in its former capital city of Cuzco, where you'll get a first-hand insight into its mystical, spiritual and cultural traditions. Elsewhere, explore the Pachacamac ruins and archeological museum in Peru's vibrant capital city of Lima; visit the beautiful Sacred Valley and eerie fortress of Ollantaytambo; stroll among the bustling crowds at Pisac market; and ride the Hiram Bingham train through pristine virgin forest.
With a luxury range of accommodation by prestigious hotel group Belmond (ex-Orient Express) on offer throughout the trip, you won't want for anything as your every whim is catered for. From sophisticated city hotels to elegant villas in the heart of Sacred Valley and a tranquil mountain-view retreat, the top-shelf accommodation is almost as breath-taking as the incredible scenery. And a team of experienced guides and private drivers will ensure a seamless experience throughout.
Please note that the cost of regional and international air has not yet been included in your quotation. Air experts are standing by to help. Enjoy a personalized vacation that best suits your needs, developed by one of our experienced destination experts. Relax during your trip with our 24/7 support and expert local guidance.
Upon your arrival you will be met by a local representative who will help you locate your vehicle.
A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip.
Private airport transfer in Lima with a driver and guide.
Pachacamac lies 25 miles southeast of Lima adjacent to the Pan American highway astride the Pacific coastline. The site was considered one of the most important religious centers of the indigenous peoples of the central Andes, and contains a number of pyramids.
Afterwards head to the Archaeological Museum, a must-see for history buffs. It provides an overview of the history of the region. Highlights include exceptionally well preserved mummies as well as spectacular textiles.
Enjoy dinner at the restaurant "Huaca Pucllana"
In the Fifth century, the Lima valley inhabitants started the construction of the Huaca Pucllana. Two important reasons inspired the group of sacred priests, who were the governing rulers at that time. The first reason was their need to express their religious authority. The second reason was directly linked with the control of the hydrological resources stemmed from the water canal system, on the left bank of the Rimac river. Therefore, Pucllana was an important ceremonial and administrative location. Its magnificence was reflected by the configuration of a monumental architecture. It was built with small adobe bricks wrought on a continuous base of blocks and remodeled during the three centuries of the Huaca existence. Currently the Pucllana Archeological Zone spreads over 15 hectares. Today, fifteen centuries after those men gave life to Pucllana, Huaca Pucllana Restaurant, offers you a sample of the best Peruvian and International cuisine. Welcome to La Huaca Pucllana!
Flight is required, currently not included in the quote.
Our local representative will meet you for a transfer, with private vehicle and professional driver to your hotel in the Sacred Valley. Transfer time is approximately 2 hours
Take the rest of the day to acclimatize, enjoy time at leisure in the relaxing and peaceful surroundings of the Rio Sagrado. Admire the views up into the mountains as you sit under the shade of a tree. Consider having a treatment or two at the fabulous spa on site where treatments are derived from local native plants. Amenities at the spa include a spacious indoor/outdoor Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and Spanish showers.
Includes tourist ticket and entrance fees.
Enjoy a full day excursion to the Pisac ruins located on the top of a hill overlooking the Vilcanota (Urubamba) river, a series of terraces, canals, houses, food storage and temples can be seen in very good shape. The most notable is the "Intihuatana" or solar calendar made out of a big piece of red stone. Continue to visit the Pisac Market where artisans from all over the area congregate to sell their crafts. Buffet lunch in a countryside restaurant and visit to Ollantaytambo, a fortress built during the Inca Empire, excellent sample of military architecture. 8 hours in duration
You will be met at the hotel lobby by our local representative, and transferred by private vehicle and professional driver from your hotel in the Sacred Valley to the Ollantaytambo Train Station.
The Belmond Hiram Bingham is a luxury train between Cusco and Machu Picchu. Enjoy a spectacular journey through the Andes where guides explain points of interest along the 2 hour journey.
*Note: When you board the train to visit Machu Picchu with overnight, bring only a small bag with you. Due to limited storage space on the train, passengers are asked to bring only one small piece of luggage. The rest of your luggage will be stored safely at your hotel and returned to you either in Cuzco or Sacred Valley. Hand luggage on the train is limited to 11 pounds or 5 kgs.
For your convenience the bus ticket between Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu is provided. Buses depart about every 30 minutes, once the bus is full.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you will board the bus (shared service) up to Machu Picchu. The bus ride takes 30 minutes and once you get there you will enjoy a private guided tour of Machu Picchu. The Inca Citadel lies between Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu ("Young Peak" and "Old Peak"). The Inca Pachacutec built the Citadel using sharp stone blocks, fitted together perfectly. Houses, temples, a public square are all connected by narrow roads and steps cut into the mountainside. There are many theories as to the purpose of Machu Picchu; a temple to the sun? A fortress against jungle inhabitants? A sanctuary for the Incas? The mysterious lost city awaits you!
After the tour, enjoy a leisurely lunch at the Sanctuary Lodge and the rest of the afternoon is to be spent at leisure!
For your convenience the bus ticket between Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes is provided. Buses depart about every 30 minutes, once the bus is full.
Admission for your second entrance to Machu Picchu is included for your convenience. Please note that due to limited availability of permits (which are non-refundable) they cannot be requested until trip deposit has been received and complete and valid passport information is provided. As such, this activity can only be confirmed after time of booking. All efforts will be made to ensure that these be secured on the desired date(s). In the case of unavailability, alternative date(s) will be provided where possible.
For your convenience, the entrance fee for the hike to Wayna Picchu is included. A limited number of hikers are allowed each morning and there are two scheduled times to do this hike, 7am and 10am.
The eternal guardian of the Sanctuary, Wayna Picchu (meaning "Young Mountain' in Quechua) towers over the Incan city, and an amazing view can be appreciated from the top. The route to the top of the mountain is treacherous, with very narrow pathways, and to conquer the summit is truly a rewarding experience! Along the route and at the top of the mountain are sacred structures and eye-catching terraces, built right against the slope's edge. Depending on each person's hiking pace, this activity may take up to 3 hours. This activity is on your own; please speak to your sales agent about organizing a guide to accompany you. Please note that due to limited availability of permits (which are non-refundable) they cannot be requested until trip deposit has been received and complete and valid passport information is provided. As such, this activity can only be confirmed after time of booking. All efforts will be made to ensure that these be secured on the desired date(s). In the case of unavailability, either alternative date(s) will be provided where possible or arrangements to hike Montana Machu Picchu will be provided.
Return to Cusco on the Belmond Hiram Bingham train on your own (no guide). The train departs from Aguas Calientes at 5.45pm* and takes 4 hours to return to Cusco. A pre-dinner cocktail is served, accompanied by live entertainment and a 4-course gastronomic menu.
*Note train times and schedules may vary based on availability. Your train time will be confirmed on your final itinerary.
Our local representative will meet you with a private vehicle and professional driver for a train station transfer.
High in the Andes, 3000m above sea level, lies the historic city of Cusco, with its unique blend of Spanish and Inca cultures. Take a half day private tour of the city including the best of Cusco: the Coricancha Temple (Temple of the Sun) and the Cathedral with its magnificent chapels and baroque altars and paintings from the Cusquenian School. The tour also includes the surrounding ruins: the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, the Inca bath of Tambomachay, the labyrinth of Puca Pucara and the amphitheatre of Kenko.
Our local representative will meet you for an airport transfer, with private vehicle and professional driver.
Explore Lima on a sightseeing tour of Colonial and Modern Lima with a private guide and driver. Visit the Government Palace, City Hall, Cathedral at the Plaza Mayor (closed on Sundays), along with the 17th century San Francisco Convent. Take a short tour of the modern districts of San Isidro and Miraflores for a magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean.
Set in one of Lima's most fashionable areas, the Belmond Miraflores Park takes you straight to the heart of all that's best about this great capital city. Renowned for its beautiful garden location beside the Pacific Ocean, it has breathtaking views out to sea. This luxury hotel combines personalised service, exceptional dining and indulgent facilities to create the perfect base from which to explore. Colonial architecture, superb museums with Inca gold and Pre-Columbian antiquities, and glamorous shops, bars and restaurants are all just moments from the hotel.
In the Sacred Valley of the Incas, among verdant fields and towering mountains, lies Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado. Set on the banks of the rushing Urubamba River, this luxury hotel is built in natural materials to resemble an authentic Andean village. Situated at a lower altitude than nearby Cusco, the hotel provides the perfect environment in which to acclimatise, and is an ideal base to explore the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Savour fresh produce in the restaurant, enjoy a local Sacred Valley massage in the luxury hotel spa and slip into the spirit of Peruvian life.
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge is the only hotel located adjacent to the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and voted one of the New Wonders of the World. Part of the Cusco Region of Peru, the Lodge sits almost 2,500 metres above sea level. The hotel and citadel are a short walk or bus ride away from the town of Aguas Calientes and 80 kilometres from Cusco. Sit out on a terrace and savour Peruvian cuisine based on produce grown on the Lodge's own plot: this delightful hideaway is the perfect place to relax and unwind in the shadow of the Lost City.
Set in a tranquil plaza behind Cuzco's main square, Belmond Palacio Nazarenas is a former palace and convent, emerging from years of restoration to become one of the city's most exclusive hotels. Step past walls of Inca stones and into a cloistered courtyard with an ancient fountain at its heart. This intimate urban retreat has just 55 suites, each enriched with oxygen and with its own private bar where guests (or their private butler) can create drinks accented with fresh ingredients grown at and around the hotel. Step past walls of Inca stones and into a cloistered courtyard with an ancient fountain at its heart. Then be surprised as contemporary Cusco comes to the fore: a fabulous spa, the city's first outdoor pool and stylish restaurants serving cutting-edge local cuisine.
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"Well, Cindy, we've been home for a week but I can't stop replaying every day of our wonderful holiday in my head! It was all that I had hoped for and MORE! We enjoyed all of the locations we visited – the beauty of the landscapes, the sight of wildlife, the rich culture & interesting history of Argentina & the outgoing, positive attitude of its people. Our guides were terrific – so friendly & knowledgeable & helpful & enthusiastic! We had no delays or difficulties & our accommodations were outstanding. Have I mentioned that it was a FABULOUS holiday??!!! My thanks to you for coordinating, booking, confirming and generally taking care of our requests in planning our adventure. "
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December 12, 2014
"Fabulous trip to Machu Picchu, Cusco and Lima. Trip of a lifetime with a sensational group of guides, drivers, and transfer staff! Loved the Sanctuary Lodge! A must! Thank you, Nella Huaringa, for planning this amazing journey! Thanks for making sure we didn't miss a thing on our itinerary even when we lost a travel day, due to a broken airplane that turned back midair, on our way to Lima. We appreciate your service above and beyond. "
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December 12, 2014
"Wow! All my life, I have planned and organized our trips, requiring considerable research and contact time--not to mention, most significantly, all the stress involved at each destination to make sure all connections are made. This time, I put it in the hands of some extremely capable people--and sat back and relaxed. And relax I did! We were booked into full-service, quality accommodations at all times; our transport and tour guidance were all on an individual, private basis, except where public transportation was in order; and--most valuable to us--we were met and assisted through all travel/hotel connections. We truly felt pampered. At one point, in fact, we had a problem with an immigration paper that we had lost, and a Kensington representative personally accompanied us through the whole process of replacing it--even though we were officially "on our own" that day. That's what makes the difference--the responsibility and accountability toward clients. Kudos to Kensington and to our representative, Brandi Merchant. We are already planning more travel and see no reason to look any further than to an agency that has earned our trust. "
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LorettaCappuccitti ,
December 12, 2014
"We had a wonderful time on our trip. The accommodations were all great. The guides and drivers were all very pleasant and knowledgeable. We were very happy with our choice of destinations and with the way the trip was organized. It was a lot of flying in two weeks but well worth it. Erika was able to accommodate a short-notice addition (Nazca Lines) to our trip which we appreciated. Thank you Erika for your help. Great trip!!"
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Christina Adams ,
April 21, 2014
"I know it's silly to give all 10's, obviously every trip has it's ups and downs, but if it hadn't been for our Kensington Tours planning, guides and drivers we would have been lost! It was wonderful to be out in a strange new environment yet know we had a safety net and a friendly face. The places we visited were awesome but I think we'll remember most the people that we met. Thank you and I'll send photos soon! Sincerely, Christina Adams"
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Frank Manna ,
April 21, 2014
"Our guided transfers were exceptionally accommodating even though our flights were considerably delayed. The Annavillanas Jungle Lodge was spectacular for location, accommodations and food. The Rio Carnival experience was unique and unforgettable and our seats were wonderful. Loved the location of our hotel in Rio.......right on the street of Copacabana Beach.......fantastic. "
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Vivian Jennings ,
April 21, 2014
"Very pleased with organization. Not having to worry about connections or arrangements is wonderful. Great selection with hotels, Coral 1 and Napo Wildlife. Kensington puts all the details together to ensure a wonderful trip. Highly recommend the Galapagos and Amazon. "
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Daniel More ,
April 21, 2014
"All was great. Guides were knowledgeable, personable, friendly... that's what really made the trip."
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Marlin Barad ,
April 21, 2014
"Sofia, thank you for putting together a great trip. We certainly enjoyed ourselves very much. The planning and care was excellent. We hope we can do another trip with you all soon. Marlin Barad"
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On any day or evening, on any given shift you might find her friendly voice on the other end of the line. It's one of the voices you might hear, one that listens and comforts, if you call a certain phone number in St. Louis. The callers: They are victims, loved ones of victims and advocates calling a 24-hour domestic violence crisis hotline.
Jalissa Pastorius spends a significant amount of her working hours helping callers navigate the sea of community resources for those looking for a safe way out of abusive relationships, those looking for homeless shelters, those looking for treatment centers and those looking for organizations that provide emotional/mental health, and similar care. When's she's not on the hotline, she's within the walls of a domestic violence shelter in a remote and confidential location helping women and children feel 'at home' in a place where they come to find safety, peace and help.
Jalissa is one of the many advocates in Missouri who answered more than 88,000 hotline/crisis intervention calls reported by the Missouri Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCADSV) last year. In St. Louis alone, there were 1,657 individuals sheltered. Of those sheltered 6,530 were turned away because the shelters were full.
Prior to the release of the interview, I asked Jalissa to send a professional photo of herself. She sent only her book cover. I get it. Domestic violence and sexual assault advocates of any sort – whether we work behind the walls of a shelter or find ourselves standing alongside or in front of victims (providing court or medical advocacy) - are well aware of the danger we put ourselves in by serving as temporary shields and guardians for victims. Advocates, if not careful, can easily become targets – and just by association.
But Jalissa's interview is not really about advocacy. It's about the peace she found through writing. Our first-time published author has written Born of Death, the first in The Thanatos Series. This supernatural drama stars Rosalinda, an awkward young lady, who has to fight the darkness that shows up on her doorstep. Jalissa's already looking forward to the release of the second part, Guardian of Death.
CJ: What's your connection to St. Louis?
JALISSA: I was born in Camden, New Jersey but grew up here in Saint Louis. I graduated from Saint Louis University (SLU) with a degree in Criminal Justice; I work here as well.
CJ: Was there something about your experiences in St. Louis that motivated you to write?
JALISSA: Saint Louis is a city where there is a lot of history, nooks and adventures to go on. There is always something to do. In fact Carondelet Park is one of my favorite fishing spots with my dad. Then there's the Gateway Arch. Growing up, imagining it was some sort of portal to a fantasy land, wasn't all that difficult; so it inspired me to write.
CJ: What motivated you to write Born of Death?
JALISSA: Creativity. Writing was something that I always did as a release. Creativity is a means to help you and keep you healthy. Creativity helps stimulate my brain cells and it's a great stress reliever. Having the ability to release my thoughts, emotions, imagination cathartically is something that I am very grateful to be able to do. It has always been a natural ability of mine; the fact that people can enjoy it makes it all the more rewarding.
CJ: I know we've talked briefly about the excitement of just being able to write Born of Death, but how healing was it to actually finish it?
JALISSA: Completing the book was a healing process, the constant release of emotions, imagination, thoughts can be draining at times, and soon you find yourself looking for that closure. It's a process but once you complete the process, you're over stimulated. You reached your goal...then what's next?
CJ: Which is your favorite character and what about that character makes it your favorite?
JALISSA: It's difficult to say. I am in love with all my characters. I love Rosalinda! She's on the path of self-discovery; she has to find out who she is and realize that casting her emotions aside to make everyone else happy is not healthy. She becomes self-confident and comfortable in her own skin, which is the message I wanted to send out to readers. I want people to feel empowered.
CJ: Did you write yourself into the book? Which one of the characters is most like you?
JALISSA: I would say Rachel, Rosalinda's sister. She hides under a facade to keep everyone, even her family, away. She's hurting on the inside and has no one to turn to. It takes some unfortunate circumstances for her to realize that she was never the person that society wanted her to be. Once she realizes that, she can grow.
CJ: I know the message of becoming comfortable in your own skin is the message you want to send to readers of Born to Death, but given this moment in time, in 2014, is there something you want society at large to walk away with after reading your book?
JALISSA: There's a message I want to send readers, and that is 'we are who we are.' Living in a stereotypical hierarchical society, there are images, stereotypes, etc., that are impressed upon people in order for them to assimilate into society. David Hume, a philosopher stated, '...through experiences and senses that a person learns and forms their own perceptions.' In order to be healthy and to live life to the fullest: Explore the world, research, form your own opinions and be your own person. Always seek truth, and never try to be something that you're not. Just remember, 'There's a darkness inside all of us, it is what you choose to do with it that determines who you are.'---
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Khaled is the skeletal hothead with the Richard Widmark sneer. Saïd is more the Clive Owen type: a brooding hunk with soft lips and bottomless eyes. At the young men's place of employment, an auto repair shop, Saïd is the one who tries to talk his way around an abusive customer. "Your bumper was put on straight," he says soothingly. "It only looks crooked because the ground slopes." When this explanation doesn't go over, it's Khaled who steps up with a crowbar to level the bumper by smashing it.
This scene, establishing the characters and social world of two young buddies, might have come from any film in the neorealist tradition, made anywhere in the world over the past half-century. If you've seen more than three such pictures, you can guess what will come next: The friendship will be tested, in circumstances that will include a tentative romance and a run-in with the law. Paradise Now fulfills these expectations; but it does more, because the setting is present-day Nablus, the love interest is the daughter of a slain Palestinian militant and the crime is a suicide bombing--or, as Saïd and Khaled think of it, a martyrdom operation.
Directed by Hany Abu-Assad (Rana's Wedding, Ford Transit) from a script he wrote with producer Bero Beyer, Paradise Now is as well researched and responsible a movie as we're likely to get about the who, how and why of Palestinian suicide attacks. Some viewers have faulted the film for assuming the miseries and humiliations of life under Israeli occupation, rather than demonstrating them; others have complained that the film sticks too closely to the experience of Saïd (Kais Nashef) and Khaled (Ali Suliman) and so may excuse their dreadful methods. But most people, I think, will see Paradise Now as a great balancing act in which Abu-Assad poses a set of moral and political weights atop his teetering, fallible characters.
As Abu-Assad is quick to state, Paradise Now is a movie, not a report or a polemic. In his interviews, including one conducted at The Nation, he has explained that the subject of suicide bombing allowed him to combine two of his favorite types of film, the action thriller and "the boring genre" (that is, observational works about daily affairs). Life in the occupied territories is so uncertain, he says, that if you just show people drinking a cup of tea, you've already got a suspense scene. Add a ticking bomb, and the requirements of a thriller are formally met.
By taking this cinephilic approach to his material, Abu-Assad in no way cleared himself of addressing the reality, which is why he prepared for the film by doing extensive research. But he was so determined to work within movie conventions that he insisted on shooting Paradise Now on location, in besieged Nablus, using 35mm film--a decision that risked his own neck and the many necks of his crew and ultimately proved unworkable, due to missile attacks and mine explosions and the kidnapping of his location manager. He had to complete the film in his native Nazareth--but by then, Abu-Assad had written Paradise Now into the history of impossibly difficult productions, from Intolerance through Fitzcarraldo.
More important, he had gotten an exceptionally good picture.
The momentum is continuous from very early in the film, when Jamal (Amer Hlehel), a fellow with a professor's corduroy jacket and lecturing manner, draws Saïd down a deserted passageway to tell him that his mission with Khaled is set for tomorrow. To lend support to the volunteer in this joyful moment (and to keep him locked in), Jamal honors Saïd's family by inviting himself to dinner and sleeping over in Saïd's room. You feel as if Saïd has just turned into a bullet in the cylinder. And as you follow the stages of preparation the next day--the transfer to a safe house, the videotaping of a martyrdom speech, the fastening of the explosive belt and dressing of the bombers in inconspicuous suits (so they look like freshly shaved toughs from Reservoir Dogs)--everything contributes to the sense of a quick, claustrophobic one-way passage.
Yet neither chance nor choice will go away. By the time Saïd gets to the safe house, he is silently carrying along a second consciousness: his awareness of Suha (Lubna Azabal), who is beautiful and welcoming and has given him something to live for. As the daughter of a famed militant, she has impeccable nationalist credentials; and yet she is a disturbance, too, having recently come to the West Bank from the diaspora, bringing with her a culture and a politics more capacious than anything Saïd has known. Her wide smile and easy talk already make him wobble in the chamber. Then, when mishaps crop up in the mission--from a comically bungled videotaping to a dangerously mistimed rendezvous--Saïd finds himself literally on the loose, traveling through the landscape as an unguided human projectile.
And Khaled? He, too, is under unexpected pressure. Despite a temperament that's ill suited to the task, he has to mollify the furious mission commanders, find his way to Saïd and save his friend's life--temporarily.
So, in its form, Paradise Now is about a race against the clock, but also something more. It's about the contrast between confinement and freedom of movement, a contrast that plays out simultaneously as physical, political and moral. Physical, because the action of the movie takes you from cramped streets and piled-up buildings into a space that's so shockingly open it might as well have zero gravity. Political, because Khaled and Saïd say that the Israeli occupation is a "lifelong imprisonment" from which their mission is the only possible jailbreak. Moral, because however much they feel that they have no alternative, decisions always lie before them.
Some of these points emerge in the dialogue. But the remarkable achievement of Paradise Now is that the debates and speeches, though urgent, always function as part of a cinematic texture. It's an action thriller; it's a neorealist buddy picture. It's something new in the movies, and extraordinary.


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William Ferguson Massey (1856-1925), Prime Minister of New Zealand; plenipotentiary at the 1919 Peace Conference
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After emigrating to New Zealand from Ireland in 1870, Massey farmed near Auckland and assumed leadership in farmers' organisations. In 1891, a conservative political party, the National Association, was formed; the name was changed to the Reform Party in 1909. Massey became Vice-President of the Auckland branch of the party. He entered Parliament in 1894, becoming Prime Minister in 1912. Massey travelled to London and participated in the Imperial War Cabinet (1917-18). He signed the Treaty of Versailles at the Paris Peace Conference of 1919, making New Zealand a founding member of the League of Nations. He opposed separate sovereign status for dominions within the British Commonwealth.
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oil on canvas, 1919
by Sir James Guthrie
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vintage print, March-April 1917
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by Vandyk
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by Bassano Ltd
whole-plate glass negative, 5 October 1923
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by Bassano Ltd
whole-plate glass negative, 5 October 1923
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by Elliott & Fry
bromide print, 23 April 1924
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by Walter Stoneman
bromide print, circa 1916
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Group photograph of 30 sitters including John Rushworth Jellicoe and Edward George Villiers Stanley
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