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FIJET congress: Antalya 2015
Palic(Serbia):A lake more beautiful than a sea
By PLamen Starev
The third Golden Apple for 2015 was given to Palic marking:170 years of organized tourism in this memorable Serbian town. The tourist life of Palic began in 1845, when the Hungarian Royal Chamber granted the finances to build a bath and an inn. That year the first tubs were installed, and the hot bath was built in early 1852, the mud bath in 1863, and the unisex bath in 1885. The first hotel was erected in 1854, while the main building of the beach complex, today's Hotel Park, was constructed in 1860. At the turn of the century, the new development of Palic was seen. Some of the most important facilities were built back then, such asXRead more >>
Borders wihout wires and walls
By Tina Cubrilo
President of Fijet Croatia
At its very foundation in 1954 in Paris, FIJET said NO to any kind of separation among peoples and countries. The founding fathers raised their voices for freedom of travel, for tolerance and peace. On this platform, FIJET gathered reporters, journalists, writers from across the globe. With the collapsed Berlin Wall and the creation of EU, we thought no more walls or wires in Europe would ever be erected! Unfortunately, we were wrong and history repeats itself: while political conflicts and wars are even worse than we could imagine,Read more >>
Croatia: Marco polo 2015
50th anniversary of Fijet Slovenian Association
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the first Association of Travel Journalists of Slovenia, which was founded in April 1965, FIJET Slovenia organized Round table Media and tourism with the theme "Is specialized Travel Journalism dying out?" and festive evening reception on the Castle of Ljubljana on December 1st 2015Read more >>
Happy coincidence:
By: Tijani HADDAD
24th of December 2015, one big event occurs for the first time in more than 400 hundred years: Muslims and Christians celebrate the same day the birth of their respective Prophets: Mohamed and Jesus. This coincidence should remind us that religions should be a factor for rapprochement between people and a catalyst for better understanding fostering the constructive dialogue between religions and civilizations. Most of monotheistic religions preach tolerance, charity and respect for others. They condemn hatred, violence and terrorism.
FIJET Golden Apple Award to the city of Moscow
The International Federation for Journalists and travel Writers has choosen the city of Moscow to be awarded with "FIJET Golden Apple".for the year 2015. A prestigious ceremony took place in the prestigious Town Hall in Presence of the Mayor of the city. During an official ceremony at the Moscow City Hall, Tijani Haddad Federation President and former Minister of Tourism presented the trophy to the Mayor Mr. Sergei Sobyanin, in the presence of the Tunisian Ambassador in Russia. In his speech Tijani Haddad mentioned in particular that this distinction is awarded to the city of Moscow which, thanks to its natural and historical assets and good governance of the city, has now become a big tourist destination: for the only months of this year, Moscow registered a growth of 32% compared to the same period of last year. Tijani Haddad added: Apart from its cultural and environmental messages Tourism sector isRead more >>
Tourism in the city of Moscow
Moscow is the most popular tourist destination among Russian cities. This is attested, in particular, by the latest Hotel Price Index report, based on hotel booking data from the Hotels.com websites worldwide for the first half of 2015. 17.3 million Russian and foreign citizens visited Moscow in 2014. An increase in tourist interest for Moscow is also testified by statistics on the number of guests at hotels and similar lodging facilities: in 2010, 4.1 million tourists visited the Russian capital, whilst in 2014 the number reached 5.5 million, i.e. 1.4 million more.
Moscow Hotel Complex
The Department for Multicultural Policy, Interregional Relations and Tourism of Moscow has put together rankings for Russian regions regarding the performance of collective lodging facilities, based on data from the Russian Federal State Statistics Service.Under these rankings, at the end of 2014 Moscow ranked first by the number of guests at collective lodging facilities (CLF), the total number being 5 million 618.8 thousand guests. The Krasnodar Region ranked second with 4 million 419 thousand guests, followed by Saint Petersburg, 2 million 987.8 thousand guests This success has been facilitated by a rich supply from Moscow's hotel complex, which comprises anything from 5-star hotels to hostels. As evidenced by global ranking data, Russia's capital is currently home to numerous budget lodging facilities (mini-hotels, hostels, 2-3 star hotels) offering a high level of service, which makes Moscow quite attractive for budget tourists.The year 2014 set a record in terms of gains in hotel supply.Read more >>
DUBROVNIK: An exceptional synergy of historical and cultural heritage
Tijani Haddad and Andro Vlahusic
FIJET – world's association of tourism journalists founded in 1954 in Paris, France – established a Golden Apple Award in 1970. It is a "tourism Oscar" for caring, protecting and promoting of historical, cultural and natural heritage in tourism development. Listed as UNESCO's Heritage Site, Dubrovnik's historic city is a world's unique scene. Dubrovnik Summer Festival has already been using it for 66 years as it's internationally renowned drama and music stage.The Award was presented to the major of Dubrovnik, Andro Vlahušić, and the artistic director of the Dubrovnik Summer Festival, Mladen Tarbuk, by the president of the Federation, Tijani Haddad.
Golden Apple 2015: Dubrovnik: Famous world cultural center
Since its founding in 1970, the Golden Apple, for the first time in its existence, has been given to the same city twice – Dubrovnik won this award in 1996 as a solidarity act to attract world's attention to the city which experienced harsh and tragic moments during the war. This year's accent is on the Dubrovnik Summer Festival which is considered an internationally renowned drama and music stage and as a place that brings together rich heritage and modern spirit that promote Dubrovnik as Croatian and world famous cultural center.
Dubrovnik: a treasure of the world
Since its founding in 1970, the Golden Apple, for the first time in its existence, has been given to the same city twice – Dubrovnik won this award in 1996 as a solidarity act to attract world's attention to the city which experienced harsh and tragic moments during the war. This year's accent is on the Dubrovnik Summer Festival which is considered an internationally renowned drama and music stage and as a place that brings together rich heritage and modern spirit that promote Dubrovnik as Croatian and world famous cultural center. The major thanked the Foundation on behalf of all the winners while stating that our city gives its heart to all the visitors, tourists and artists. Tijani Haddad, in his emotional speech, mentioned that today's award belongs to Dubrovnik because it is a city that surpasses the borders of Croatia, it's a city and a touristic destination that is truly a treasure of the world.
FIJET congress: meeting with the Wali of Antalia
President Tijani Haddad and Bernadette Roux had a vey fruirful meeting with the Wali of Antalia. they were accompnied with the two "Hakans": one is the very friendly General manager of "BELCONTI" Hotel and the other one will be the coordinator of the congress in presence of the representative of Antalia Chamber of commerce. The young and dynamic Wali welcomed Fijet congress to be held in Antalia and promised to actively contribute to the success of this big event. He pointed out the importance of Tourism both in Turkey and in Antalia and the importace of its role in the national economy. 12 Millions tourists visited Antalia last year and 37 Millions are the total number of Tourists in Turkey. President Tijani Haddad explained that Fijet has been during the last 61 years the Media corner stone for promoting international and inclusive Tourism, Tourism without frontiers sharing the universal cultural heritage as well as the combat against pauvrety in the world.
On the other hand Tijani and Bernadette had otherRead more >>
Dubrovnik Festival: Rich heritage and modern spirit
The Festival's performances bring together rich heritage and modern spirit combining them into a place where new ideas and projects meet and promote Dubrovnik as Croatian and famous cultural center. FIJET Board considers Dubrovnik as an exceptional example for such an award. That was the reason why especially Dubrovnik gets this award for the second time – first time it was in 1996 as a solidarity act to attract world's attention to the city which experienced harsh and tragic moments during the war. This year the Award is given for taking care of its heritage according to the highest world standards. Golden Apple Award for 2015. has been awarded to the city of Dubrovnik and Dubrovnik Summer Festival for their contribution in promoting the historical and cultural heritage of the highest world standards. The prize is awarded by a World Federation of Journalists and Travel Writers (F.I.J.E.T.) and is considered a "tourism Oscar" for caring, protecting and promoting of historical, cultural and natural heritage in tourism development.
The jewels of Serbia
By F. Sema Kutlu Last May FIJET EC and BoDmeetings were held in Serbia. As part of the program we made a short tour of the area. Our first destination was Novi Sad, a city in the north west of Belgrade. It's only a short drive (70 km) from Belgrade Nicola Tesla International Airport to Novi Sad. There are many hotels, hostels and thermal spas to serve Health Tourism. As soon as you reach Novi Sad, you'll be overwhelmed by the beauty of the emerald green mountains nobly rising in a comforting silence. It may be a great idea to take a walk in the woods, which will help you feel relaxed and peaceful.The clean air can make you feel hungry after a while, then you can try the restaurants nearby to taste the delicious local food. Believe me, you'll never forget the taste of meat cooked in kaymak, a kind of diary food,hand baked luscious bakery and good-quality wine. So, the area is also one of the best destinations for eco-tourism and gourmet tourism.FRUSKA GORA During our visit to Novi Sad we had a chance to see Fruska Gora. I believe it's one of the most important jewels of Serbia. The area is one of Europe's greatest natural treasures as it is the home of many rare and important plants and various types of animals. This preserved area also has a wonderful lake full of beautiful water lilies and reeds. If you are lucky enough you can take a romantic and peaceful boat ride there. The lake is also very rich in bio-diversity of its marine life. people. Some of these monasteries were renovated during the 18th century. In short, Fruska Gora is a picturesque, memorable area with a fascinating combination of history and geography.
Fijet academy 2015 in SLOVAKIA
Fijet academy 2015 will be held in SLOVAKIA from 28 of June to 04th of July. Fijet Slovakia association has already prepared the programme with lectures and excursions.
(See below the program) Our National Associations are kindly asked to aciticely participate in this Fijet annual event.
Taleb Refai in Tunisia:
UNWTO Secretary-General, Taleb Rifai, participated last Sunday with other international dignitaries and UN representatives in the support march held in Tunes. On the occasion of his visit to Tunisia, Mr Rifaidiscussed the contribution of tourism to the country's socio-economic development with President Beji Caid Essebsi and Prime Minister Habib Essid and agreed a new cooperation programme with the Ministerof Tourism of Tunisia, Salma Elloumi Rekik (Tunis, Tunisia, 28-30 March 2015).Meeting with President Beji Caid Essebsi and Prime Minister Habib Essid, Mr Rifai recalled the role of tourism in creating prosperity and jobs in Tunisia and the importance of having the sector supported at the highest political level, expressing his full confidenceRead more >>
Tunisia will host UNWTO conference: "Tourism and Media"
UNWTO and Tunisia agreed on a new cooperation framework which includes the areas of communications, education and training and hotel classification. "Tunisia is open to receive all tourists. Tunisia is and will continue to be a leading tourism destination" said Rifai. "It is time to look into the future and consolidate the sector by investing in quality and human resources development and UNWTO is very pleased to be here to support Tunisia in this regard", he added.
Tunisia will also host the 5th edition of the UNWTO Tourism and the Media Conference during the last quarter of 2015.
Application form: http://goo.gl/glzwmWRead more >>
FIJET academy for young Journalists Tunisia- Hammamet: February 2015
The 4th edition of Fijet academy took place in Hammamet-Tunisia from 01 to 07 of February 2015. Seven national associations ,France; Italy; Turkey; Cratia, Slovenia, Lebanon and Tunisia were represented in this session. The program was as instructive as attractive: many up to date themes dealing with the tourism challenges have been presented by the six speakers and interactively discussed by the participants. On the other hand, the program included very interesting visits ot tourism hilights in Tunisia: The city of Tunis ,Carthage, Sidi Bousaid, Sousse, Monastir and Hammamet - Nabeul. Gastronomy was another issue in the session: many restaurants and hotels hosted the participants for a variety of lunches. Photography was as well another topic of the academy program: a photo contest was launched in which the participants will participate with 3 photos taken during the academy. The best shot owner will earn the first price. But the most valuable initiative was the creation and the launching of "Fijet world" wich is a face book page. after only 36 hours, the page has been visited by more than 4 thousands face bookers and it will be a space of communication in the benefit of Fijet. All these activities have been framed by Tijani Haddad, Drago Bulc, Cveta Potocnik, Karin Mimica and Voljen Grbac.
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Fijet congress in Morocco:Ubjet travel book
It is a great pleasure for me to inform all of you that the presentation of the new ABUJET Book "The Kingdom of Morocco" – Country of Travels" passed with great interest in the Moroccan residence in Sofia. The event was attended by the Ambassador Her Excellency Mrs. Latifa Aharbash, representatives of the Moroccan National Tourist Office (MNTO), the General Director of the Bulgarian National Radio – Mr. Radoslav Yankulov, many journalists, representatives of the Bulgarian intelligentsia and artists` society and other honored guests. The Book was presented by H.E. Mrs. Latifa Aharbash and the President of ABUJET Mr. Maxim Minchev, General Director of the Bulgarian News Agency. They both expressed their satisfaction with this project, realized thanks to the mutual efforts of the Embassy, MNTO and the Bulgarian association of travel journalists and writers – ABUJET. Mr. Khalid Mimi, Director for Eastern Europe of the Moroccan National Tourist Office, expressed his hope that that sort of successful projects are going to increase the interest to Morocco.
"The Kingdom of Morocco – country of travels" is part of very interesting series of books, dedicated to journeys in different countries, realized by ABUJET members after FIJET congresses. For the moment "Never-ending China" and "Zoom Turkey" are published.
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Croatian Marco Polo 2014
A prestigious ceremony took ploace in Zagreb under the auspices of the Croatian Fijet association during which Marco Polo award delivered to our Fijet member from Fijet Spain Luis Nunez Ladevez. for his reportage on Morocco during Fijet conngress in Casa Blanca and Marrakech. The ceremony was attended by Dr. Daglas Karaca, Croatian deputy Minister of Tourism. Tijani Haddad President of Fijet, Antonio Ponte father of Tourism films festival in Europe, the Past and the actual Presidents of Cratian Journalists association, Fijet members guests from Croatia, Slovenia, France, Turkey, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Russia and Italy. Special mention to both Tina Cubilo and Rebic Marijana for the tremendous efforts to make the big event a great success.Read more >>
GOLDEN APPLE 2014 for Târgu Jiu – City of Constantin Brâncuşi
Capital of Gorj county (South-Western Oltenia region in Romania), Târgu Jiu dates back to the Dacian period. The town was first documented in 1406, and its name comes from the fairs organized on the banks of Jiu river. Yet, the borough became well known in modern times due to the Sculptural Ensemble of Constantin Brâncuşi. The artist is considered the most important sculptor of the XX-th century and among the most talented artists of all time. Brâncuşi created in Târgu Jiu his only outdoor monument ensemble, unique not only in Romania, but worldwide – Hero's Way Monument. Built between 1937-1938, this symbol of Gorj county spirituality and Romanian genius consists of three main works – Table of Silence, The Gate of Kiss and The Column of the Infinite, popularly known as The Endless Column.
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Opening speech delivered by Taleb Rifai
Postonja cave receives Fijet award; Golden Apple
Postojna, 19.5.2014 Company Postojnska jama, the operator of famous Slovenian underground Postojna Cave on May 15received the Golden Apple Award, which has been presented by FIJET - World Federation of Travel Journalists and Writers since 1970 for excellent achievements in tourism and preservation of important natural and historical heritage. During the spectacular ceremony in the Concert Hall of Postojna Cave the Slovenian opera singer Irena Predan and ensembleofhorn playerJoze Setnicar performed and it culminated whenthe statuette of Golden Apple was brought from under the cave ceiling to the platformby caver. Tijani Haddad, FIJET president and Saso Dravinec, vice president of FIJET Slovenia presented the award to Marjan Batagelj, the chairman of Postojna Cave management. The speakers at the ceremony were Tijani Haddad, FIJET president, MSc Marjan Hribar, director general of the Slovenian tourism and internationalisation directorate and Saso Dravinec, vicepresident of FIJET Slovenia. Numerous guests attended the ceremony, among themRead more >>
The President of the republic of Lebanon meets with Fijet President
Tijani Haddad, Fijet President, accompanied by a Fijet délégasion from several countries were received by the President of the Republic of Lebanon at Baabda Palace. The occasion was the attribution of Fijet award "the Golden Apple" to the city of Byblos. An exceptional ceremony was held at the UNESCO square under the auspices of hus Excellency Michel Pharaon, Minister of Tourism of Lebanon. The Golden Apple was handled to Mr. Ziad Haouat, President of the Municipality of Byblos. In addition, the Fijet delegation had the opportunity to visiting the cultural remains of the city, a legacy of six civilizations that succeeded on the land of Lebanon with a pleasant and perfectly organized program thanks to George Younes, President of Fijet Lebanese Association and the most active members of this association.
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Fijet delegation with the Presodent of Lebenon
Golden Apple ceremony in Byblos
Tijani Haddad handlling the Golden Apple to Mr. Ziad Haouat, President of Byblos Municipality in Pesence of his Excellency Michel Pharaon, Minister of Tourism of Lebenon
Byblos(Lebanon) a gift to world Heritage
FIJET Golden Apple Award to Byblos –Lebanon 5 to 9 May 2014
By Dr. Georges Younes
Lebanon the small land lying on the eastern Mediterranean shore, Develops eternal communication with the blue sky and horizon, throughout his reliefs, mountains, plains and air. Lebanon is predestined to embrace 8000 years of continuous and solid civilizations that sprouted an exceptional country with awesome values.
Lebanon is bordered by abrupt peaks of Mount Lebanon, Cedars in the north and Sannine above Beirut and Barouk above the shouf in the south, the Fertile Bekaa plain runs parallel to the coast and ends in the foothills of the Anti – Lebanon mountains at the limit of Syria
Frederic Ratzel stated "this region of the world has sustainable potent values all over the history". This is the only country of 10452 sqKm, that encloses about 3100 touristic natural sites and disclosing more than 2000 Lebanese monuments and ruins in the museums.
The National museum holds more than 1326 archaeological relics, 5 items per 10 sqkm, and most were found in Byblos. Lebanon is considered the first country in terms of cultural, civilized and humanitarian patrimony.
The mild weather of Lebanon combined to a geostrategic location on the Mediterranean shore, influenced the main cities and continuously inhabited for more than 8000 years. Fedrico Mayor the UNESCO president wrote in "Archaeology International Magazine" about the Martyrs square in Beirut in 1995 as one of the biggest and unique civilized field of ruins in the world. "Le Monde" the French magazine placed Beirut discoveries under the title of the most important archaeological sites in the world owed to: the unearthing Canaanites wall dated back to the Bronze period, 6 meters deeper the Phoenician city defensive wall topped with the Persian bastion and the remnants of crusader palace.
In the east Precinct the ruins of Hellenistic Tower, ottoman cave, another one belongs to the Abbasids time, Mamluks remnants, Romanian Mosaic and Hellenistic tools.
All that Means that Beirut was occupied continuously since more than 5000 years, and witnessed a succession of different civilizations, besides the National Museum is the only Museum in the world that nestled the monuments of his own country.
Lebanon owed his cultural stature to the Phoenicians invention of the Alphabet Letters. During the first half of the 2nd century BC, appeared the alphabetic writing which is a standard set of letters based on decomposing the phonemes tones (basic significant sounds) into its simplest components and represent them by spelling letters, and to draw these limited tones in conventional intangible symbols. Ever since the Alphabet delivers the moral from the sensory and segregates between: the name and the named, the drawing and the one designed.
Byblos: a Unesco haritage
The origin of Byblos name is Phoenician Canaanite, called "KBN" in Egyptian in the Tell el- Amarna letters, and in the cuneiform text "Goubla" and " Goubly" in Assyrian or " Goubal" In Greek named "Byblos" for being the city through which the import of papers took place. The old Testament mentioned the name "Gebal" and its inhabitants "Gebaleiin " , during the Crusades time was known "Gibelet"Finally the name is a composite of two syllabuses "Jb" means house and « El », the Supreme god of Byblos Pantheon which means the House of God. Byblos was reputed for the strong relation with Egypt, the construction of Phoenician ships built out of Cedars wood and the pottery production. Actually Close relationships were maintained with the Pharaonic dynasties right up until the New Kingd. Maritime trade was the city's primary source of income; merchants from Byblos traded asRead more >>


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Do you want to make a Valentine's Day card, but the problem is you don`t know how to make one? Just read the steps and you will know how!
1Get a rectangular piece of white paper or construction paper and a pencil to start.
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Our whole staff would like to gladly welcome you to the Ibis Istanbul. When you stay at a hotel that is a part of the Accor Hotels family you can be assured that all of your needs will fulfilled.
It doesn't matter whether you're staying for one night or more, you will find ample parking spots available at our comfy hotel. Hotel guests can take advantage of our convenient car parking space. Please request when making a booking.
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An AC, a hand-held blow-dryer, cable TV as well as broadband internet access are present in all rooms. Before going to sleep at night, you can flip through the programmes on your room's TV set. Satellite TVs are provided in each of the hotel rooms. The hotel provides a strong box for the use of its visitors.
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Actress Kristen Stewart is preparing to go back to school after enrolling at a prestigious American university.
The "Twilight" star has signed on to study English Literature at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) via a correspondence course, which lets students take part without physically attending classes.
The course will allow Stewart to study in her own time so she won't have to take a break from her filming commitments.
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"It won't be easy and it will mean putting in some fairly strenuous hours. But once she's graduated, Kristen will be able to do anything she wants, in or out of college."
Stewart follows in the footsteps of Emma Watson and Natalie Portman who both attended university after stepping into the spotlight.
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The "Mean Girls" star, who ended her 90-day, court-ordered stint in rehab earlier this week, taped her appearance on the program as vacationing host Chelsea Handler's stand-in on Thursday, and in a teaser clip posted online, she takes aim at the "Twilight" star.
Discussing the actress' altercation with a paparazzo while walking her dog earlier this week with a panel of comedians, Lohan quipped, "She said, 'You're a piece of s–. You don't deserve to breathe the same air that I do.' I'm just excited that Kristen Stewart finally showed some emotion."
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Stewart's romance with "Twilight" co-star Robert Pattinson ended last year after she was caught in a car park clinch with her "Snow White & The Huntsman" director Rupert Sanders.
Watch the video below to see a portion of Lohan's "Chelsea Lately" teaser, and click here for the full Kristen Stewart clip.
Kristen Stewart unleashes tirade at paparazzo
Kristen Stewart lashed out at a paparazzo during an outing in Los Angeles on Monday, unleashing a foul-mouth tirade while hiding behind some fencing.
The often shy "Twilight" actress confronted a videographer who was filming her out and about with her dog, and hurled a string of expletives in his direction before saying, "[Bleep] off. You're a piece of [bleep] … you don't deserve to breathe the same air I do." (Click here to watch the video.)
She then refused to come out from behind a screen covering a number of industrial garbage containers until an assistant arrived to rescue her in a car.
Stewart has made no secret of her hatred for the media attention in her life, especially after she was caught on camera kissing her married "Snow White & The Huntsman" director Rupert Sanders, while she was dating her "Twilight" co-star Robert Pattinson.
The publication of the kissing shots led to the breakdown of her romance with Pattinson.
Katy Perry reached out to Kristen Stewart over Robert Pattinson rumors
Pop star Katy Perry reached out to Kristen Stewart to give her side of the story after she was linked to the actress' ex-boyfriend Robert Pattinson.
The "Twilight" co-stars called off their relationship for good earlier this year, following Stewart's "indiscretion" with director Rupert Sanders last July, and Pattinson was subsequently photographed hanging out with Perry, sparking rumors of a blossoming romance.
Now Perry has revealed she knew of the gossip, and contacted Stewart to assure her she is just friends with Pattinson.
She tells Britain's Elle magazine, "I sent her a text message saying: 'I know you've seen all this stuff but you know I would never disrespect you. I'm not that person.
"'I'm just trying to be a friend to him…'"
Michael Pitt's rep denies Kristen Stewart romance rumors
A representative for actor Michael Pitt has shot down rumors suggesting he is dating Kristen Stewart following her split from Robert Pattinson.
The actress parted ways with her "Twilight" co-star Pattinson for good in May, less than a year after Stewart admitted to an "indiscretion" with her "Snow White and the Huntsman" director Rupert Sanders last summer.
A U.K. report emerged on Sunday alleging Stewart had struck up a close relationship with Pitt after meeting the "Boardwalk Empire" star during Paris Fashion Week in France, but his spokesperson has moved swiftly to dismiss the claims.
The publicist tells Eonline.com, "While we do not comment on our clients' personal lives, please know that there is absolutely no truth whatsoever to this rumor that Michael Pitt and Kirsten Stewart are dating."
Pitt has previously romanced model Jamie Bochert.
Kristen Stewart linked to Michael Pitt
Kristen Stewart has struck up a romance with "Boardwalk Empire" actor Michael Pitt following her split from Robert Pattinson, according to a U.K. report.
In May, reports suggested the "Twilight" stars had called off their relationship for good, less than a year after Stewart admitted to an "indiscretion" with director Rupert Sanders last July, and now the actress has been linked to Pitt.
Editors at Britain's The Sun report the pair met at Paris Fashion Week in France last month and became close.
A source tells the publication, "Kristen's not over Rob but she's getting there and Michael's helping her through it. She vowed to throw herself into work and be single this summer. But when she met Michael last week, they hit it off. They both hate the spotlight and are smart bookworm types."
Stewart issued a public apology to Pattinson after her involvement with Sanders was exposed last summer and the pair was said to have reconciled. The ordeal ended Sanders' relationship with wife Liberty Ross.
Someone writes 'I Love Rob' on Kristen Stewart's car
Kristen Stewart has been the victim of a bit of an awkward prank as someone took it upon themselves to declare her love for ex Robert Pattinson in the dust on the hood of her car in California.
Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson reportedly split
"Twilight" couple Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson have called off their romance, according to a new report.
The Hollywood stars have decided to go their separate ways after three years of dating, reports People magazine.
The split news comes after Pattinson allegedly pulled out of celebrating his 27th birthday on May 13 with Stewart, who is said to have planned a party for him.
Just days before the British hunk's birthday, the pair appeared to be going strong as they partied together after the Costume Institute Gala in New York on May 8, and they also flew back to Los Angeles at each other's side after the party.
Their on/off relationship has been dogged by scandal – the actress stunned fans after admitting to an "indiscretion" with director Rupert Sanders last July. The ordeal ended Sanders' relationship with wife Liberty Ross and led Stewart to issue a public apology to Pattinson.
Winona Ryder feels bad for Kristen Stewart and Jennifer Lawrence
Winona Ryder feels "so lucky" she kick-started her career back in the '80s because she would have struggled to handle Kristen Stewart and Jennifer Lawrence's level of fame.
The 41-year-old "Beetlejuice" star doubts whether she could have coped in modern Hollywood, and has sympathy for those just starting out in the movies due to the huge public interest in their personal lives.
When quizzed about Stewart and Lawrence, Ryder tells Interview magazine, "I have to say, I really wonder if I would become an actress if I was their age now. I've only seen part of "Twilight," but I've seen their other work and they're both super-talented. I don't know how they do it, though, in just trying to maintain some degree of a personal life and privacy.
"I do feel so lucky that I got to get in at least 15 years pre-whatever that show is called where they follow you around and then put it on the Internet. That stuff just didn't exist before.
"In terms of what happened to me or to other people who are friends of mine who have gone through difficult times where it's really publicized. … You know, it's hard. My heart goes out to them, but then at the same time I know that they don't know anything different."


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Stephen van Rooyen, 44, and his model girlfriend, Laura Brown, 35, of Fisherman's Walk in Llandudno, were wanted for allegedly offering useless drugs to terminally ill patients across the US and Europe.
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Epic Fedora of Epic Awesomeness by ChatookaArtWatch
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This is my hat. I love this hat. I rarely, if ever at all, leave my house not wearing this hat. I wear this hat everywhere with everything. I love this hat.
Since January of 2012, I have been adding buttons to this hat in various amounts. The first time I ever went in a Hot Topic was that January. The reason was that my mother had given me and my girlfriend (who my mother loves like her own daughter) two $100 gift cards for Yule to share. One for Hot Topic, and the other for Spencer's Gifts. Spencer's has always been my favorite store in any mall, but when I went into the Hot Topic I had hardly a fraction of an interest in anything there. As a result, most of the HT card went to Yvonne, and most of the Spencers one went to me. All I got in the Hot Topic was a mini speaker that looked like Gir's Piggy, and two buttons; "Epic F'n Fail", and Mordecai and Rigby "I'm player one!" (I currently have no idea of the location of this one). We immediately proceeded to the food court, where I put the buttons on my hat. I've been putting buttons on it ever since. Since then I became an avid fan of Adventure Time, Doctor Who, and My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, in that order. Because of these fandoms I have joined, Hot topic has become my second favorite store in the mall, and I never leave without at least 2 or 3 little buttons. Thus is the story of my beloved button hat.
My favorite quality of this hat is it makes my initial impression on people. Based on my usual cheery smile and the subject matter strewn across my hat, people can make a good first assumption of what kind of person I am and decide right off whether or not they would like to talk to me, or avoid me. XD
The buttons, from left to right, are as follows:
Fluttershy "YAY!"
Vinyl and Octavia
David Tenant "TRUST ME I'M THE DOCTOR"
Twilight Sparkle
Rainbow Dash
Flame Princess
Daring Doo "Another day another dungeon"
Marshal Lee the Vampire King
Pinkie Pie "SMILE"
Twilight from "Next Tuesday morning"
Dr. Hooves
The Mane 6
The Great and Powerful Trixie
The Doctor and Derpy
my biggest fear now is that Hot Topic has no other pony buttons and I don't even have an Applejack. and... and... Applejack is best pony...
My faves are The doctor and Derpy and Vinyl and Octavia, just for how totally non canon both pairings are to my knowledge.
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Article: The role of paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria clones in response to immunosuppressive therapy of patients with severe aplastic anemia[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Whether paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) clone in aplastic anemia (AA) is a prognostic factor to immunosuppressive therapy is a subject of debate. We evaluated hematological responses to immunosuppressive therapy (IST) in severe AA (SAA) patients with or without the presence of a PNH clone. In 97 SAA patients who received first-line IST between January and December 2011, 24 (24.7 %) had a PNH clone prior to treatment, with a median clone size of 7.82 % (range 1.19-45.46 %). The response rates to IST for patients with or without a PNH clone were 66.7 and 50.7 % (P < 0.172), 79.2 and 57.5 % (P < 0.057), and 79.2 and 67.1 % (P < 0.264) at 3, 6, and 12 months, respectively. Combined rate of complete and good partial responses differed between patients with or without a PNH clone: insignificantly at 3 months (41.7 vs. 21.9 %, P < 0.058), but significantly at 6 (66.7 vs. 31.5 %, P < 0.002) and 12 (75.0 vs. 46.6 %, P < 0.015) months. Multivariate analysis revealed that a pretreatment neutrophil count of >0.2 × 10(9)/L is indicative of a better response, while the presence of a PNH clone is predictive to a higher combined rate of complete and good partial responses. This study demonstrated that the presence of a PNH clone could predict a better hematological response instead of a higher response rate in patients with SAA.
Article: [Impact of recombinant human thrombopoietin (rhTPO) on short-term response of immunosuppressive therapy in patients with newly diagnosed acquired severe aplastic anemia][Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: To evaluate the impact of recombinant human thrombopoietin (rhTPO) on short-term response of immunosuppressive therapy (IST) in patients with newly diagnosed acquired severe aplastic anemia (SAA). The clinical data of forty adult acquired SAA patients, who treated with IST combined with rhTPO, were retrospective analyzed and the hematologic recovery were compared with patients by the IST alone during the same period. The factors affecting the short-term response were also analyzed. At 3 months after IST, both the total response rate and CR+GPR rate in rhTPO group were much higher than those in control group (75.0% vs 50.0%, P=0.022; and 17.5% vs 2.5%, P=0.025). At 6 months after IST, there was no difference of total hematologic response rate in rhTPO group and control group (77.5% vs 57.5%, P=0.058), while the CR+GPR rate was still higher in rhTPO group (45.0% vs 22.5%, P=0.033). The median time of platelet transfusion independence was much shorter in rhTPO group [33(0-90) vs 53(0-75) d, P=0.019]. Patients in rhTPO group needed less platelets transfusion support. The median platelet count in rhTPO group was 29(4-95)×10⁹/L at 3 months after IST, which was much higher than that in control group [29(4-95)×10⁹/L, P=0.006]. There was no significant difference regarding overall survival between the two groups (100.0% vs 91.0%, P=0.276). rhTPO is effective in promoting platelet recovery and improving the hematopoietic response for SAA patients with IST.
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ABSTRACT: Rabbit antithymocyte globulin Rabbit(rATG) was proven effective as salvage therapy for refractory aplastic anemia, or for relapse after initial therapy with horseATG(hATG). Several clinical trials were performed to assess the efficiency of rATG as first-line therapy for AA patients; however, their results were variable. The aim of the present study was to assess hematologic response and survival in SAA and VSAA patients treated with rATG and CsA in our centre. The factors involved in these outcomes were also explored. A total of 292 patients with newly diagnosed acquired severe aplastic anemia (SAA) or very severe aplastic anemia (VSAA) received a combination of rabbit antithymocyte globulin (rATG) and cyclosporin A (CsA) as first-line therapy, and the results were retrospectively assessed. Median age was 18 years (range: 2-73). The early death (ED) rate was 5.5%, and the total response rates were 49.0% (143 responders), 60.3% (176 responders), 65.8% (192 responders), and 68.5% (200 responders) at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, respectively, after immunosuppressive therapy (IST). In multivariate analysis, initial response to granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) was the predictive factor for response to therapy at 12 months. Median follow-up of surviving patients was 34 months (range: 0-117). Five-year overall survival (OS) was 83.2%, and the 5-year event-free survival was 67.2%. Independent prognostic factors for overall survival (OS) were neutrophil count and achievement of any response following rATG therapy. Our results indicate that rATG/CsA is a safe and effective first-line treatment for SAA/VSAA. Copyright © 2015 ISEH - International Society for Experimental Hematology. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
Article: [Residual hematopoiesis is an important prognostic factor of immunosuppressive therapy in severe aplastic anemia][Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: To evaluate the prognostic value of residual bone marrow hematopoiesis in severe aplastic anemia (SAA) patients with immunosuppressive therapy (IST). Clinical data and hematologic responses of 38 SAA patients treated with IST regimen (antithymocyte globulin combined with cyclosporine) in our hospital were retrospectively analyzed. Correlation of pre-IST baseline reticulocyte (Ret), absolute neutrophils count (ANC), soluble transferrin receptor (sTfR) concentration, corrected TPO value and hematologic response rate were statistically analyzed and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was used to estimate the value of Ret, ANC, sTfR, and corrected TPO in predicting early IST response. Responders to IST had significantly higher pre-IST baseline Ret, ANC, sTfR concentration [19.9(2.7-84.4)×10⁹/L, 0.59(0.12-2.67)×10⁹/L, 0.82(0.22-1.58) mg/L] and lower corrected TPO value [142.9(31.8-1 035.0)] than non-responders [5.1(1.5-23.1)×10⁹/L, 0.20(0.04-1.33)×10⁹/L, 0.45(0.19-0.72)mg/L and 2 335.0(1 308.3-7 771.2)](P<0.05). Optimizing parameter cutoff levels obtained from ROC curve was Ret 6.75×109/L, ANC 0.30×109/L, sTfR 0.76 mg/L and corrected TPO 148.6, respectively. Combining the four parameters to predict 6 month hemotologic response showed that all the 7 patients with high Ret, ANC, sTfR and low corrected TPO, while only 1 among those 9 with low Ret, ANC, sTfR and high corrected TPO. Such parameters evaluating residual bone marrow hematopoiesis as Ret, ANC, sTfR, corrected TPO are practical in predicting early IST response in SAA.
Article: [Increasing peripheral blood neutrophils after G-CSF treatment is a predictor of early response to immunosuppressive therapy in severe aplastic anemia][Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: To testify whether absolute neutrophil count (ANC) response to preimmunosuppressive-therapy (pre-IST) granulocyte-stimulating factor (G-CSF) treatment could predict early response to IST in severe aplastic anemia (SAA). Clinical data and hematologic response of 125 SAA patients treated with antithymocyte globulin (r-ATG) combined with cyclosporine were retrospectively analyzed. Correlation of ANC response to pre-IST G-CSF treatment and early response to IST were statistically analyzed, and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was used to estimate the value of increased ANC (∆ANC) in predicting early IST response. The hematologic response (HR) rate to IST in ANC reponded patients was significantly higher than non-responded group (3-month HR 49.0% vs 28.9%, P=0.023; 6-month HR 61.2% vs 40.8%, P=0.026). With ∆ANC≥0.5×10⁹/L as cutoff level, the best point to predict early IST response was 10 days after G-CSF (d 10). Response of ANC to pre-IST G-CSF treatment at d 10 was among the independent factors of predicting 3-month (P=0.004), but not for 6-month response to IST. The overall 5-year survival rate was 92.8% and 69.5% in ANC responded and non-responed groups, respectively (P=0.025). Responding to pre-IST G-CSF treatment reflected the residual bone marrow hematopoiesis, and could act as a convenient and practical predictor to early IST response as well as long-term survival in SAA.
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ABSTRACT: Objective: To identify the characteristics of chronic natural killer cell lymphocytosis (CNKL). Methods: The clinical data of eight cases defined by the World Health Organization classification was retrospectively analyzed and related literatures were reviewed. Results: Half of the 8 patients were asymptomatic. Among them, the most common abnormalities were leukocytosis with the median of 11.8(4.5-20.0)×10⁹/L and high proportion of lymphocytes [0.78(0.51-0.89)], while anemia and thrombocytopenia only in 1 patient respectively. The absolute CD3⁻CD16⁺ NK cell count with the median of 5.7(2.4-9.6)×10⁹/L increased in peripheral blood. By the end of follow-up, except one case was lost, the other seven patients were in stable condition,including four cases without any medications and three patients receiving chlorambucil or glucocorticoid. Conclusion: As an indolent chronic lymphoproliferative disease, CNKL was presented with mild clinical symptoms and increased number of CD3⁻CD16⁺ NK cells in peripheral blood. Patients with symptoms could be treated with immunosuppressive therapy while those asymptomatic could be followed up without intervention.
Article: Identification and characterization of clinical features and gene mutation in a patient with ironrefractory iron deficiency anemia (IRIDA)[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Objective: To report the clinical data of a case of iron-refractory iron deficiency anemia (IRIDA), so as to improve the understanding of IRIDA. Methods: The IRIDA patient's hematological characteristics were summarized and analyzed. The hepcidin levels were tested by ELISA kit. The TMPRSS6 gene was amplified by PCR reaction and its mutation was analyzed by sequencing. The effect of TMPRSS6 gene mutation on TMPRSS6 protein tertiary structure was predicted by Swiss-Model. Results: The patient was characterized by typical microcytic hypochromic anemia, low transferrin saturation, more reduction of intracellular iron than exocellular iron. The plasma hepcidin level was 213.77 μg/L which was significantly higher than that of IDA patients [5.19(3.31-12.02) μg/L]. The patient also carried a homozygous missense mutation of K253E in exon 7 of TMPRSS6. Conclusion: In children and younger IDA patients with no reason for iron deficiency but unresponsiveness to routine iron treatment, the diagnosis of IRIDA needs to be considered. Serum hepcidin level and TMPRSS6 gene mutation should be detected.
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Article: [Predicting early response to immunosuppressive therapy in severe aplastic anemia by soluble transferrin receptor assay][Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: To evaluate the value of serum soluble transferrin receptor (sTfR) concentration in predicting early response to immunosuppressive therapy (IST) in severe aplastic anemia (SAA). Clinical data and hematologic responses of 140 SAA patients treated with rabbit antithymocyte globulin (rATG) combination with cyclosporine in our hospital were retrospectively analyzed. Correlation of pre-IST baseline of sTfR and IST responses was statistically analyzed and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was used to estimate the sensitivity and specificity of sTfR in prediction of early responses. Serum concentration of sTfR in very SAA (VSAA)patients were significantly lower than SAA and transfusion dependent non-SAA cases (P=0.001). The responders, especially at 3 months, had significantly higher pre- IST baseline of sTfR[median, 0.89 (range, 0.21-2.42) mg/L]than that [median, 0.58 (range, 0.13-1.88) mg/L]of non-responders (P=0.005). The cutoff level of 0.91 mg/L and 0.88 mg/L for predicting responses at 3 and 6 months were established based on the ROC curve, with the degree of accuracy of 65.0% and 60.7% respectively. Multivariate analysis showed that pre-IST baseline of sTfR was the independent factor of predicting response at 3 months (P=0.007) and at 6 months (P=0.021). As a indicator of bone marrow failure severity, sTfR could predict early response to IST therapy in aplastic anemia.
Article: [Pure red cell aplasia with thymoma/T-cell large granular lymphocyte leukemia: two cases report and literatures review.][Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: To investigate the clinical and laboratory features of 2 cases of pure red cell aplasia (PRCA) with thymoma/T-cell large granular lymphocyte leukemia (T-LGLL), and to improve the recognition of the disease and the role of lymphocyte in its mechanism. Two cases of PRCA with thymoma/T-LGLL were reported and the related literatures were reviewed. Case 1 was a 63-years old male with hemoglobin level of 54 g/L at admission. Case 2 was a 52-years old female with hemoglobin level of 79 g/L at admission. They were both diagnosed as PRCA with thymoma before admission to our hospital and had no benefit from their thymectomy. Further examinations in our hospital showed that CD3⁺CD4⁻CD8⁺CD57⁺ large granular lymphocytes amplified with clonal TCR rearrangment in their peripheral blood. The diagnosis of PRCA with thymoma/T-LGLL was clarified. Case 1 did not respond to any of the frontline therapies while case 2 responded completely to cyclosporine. Both thymoma and T-LGLL could be the cause of secondary PRCA, lymphocyte proliferation may play critical role in the pathogenesis.
Article: [High-dose cyclophosphamide for severe aplastic anemia associated with β-thalassemia: a case report and literatures review.][Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: To investigate the clinical features and therapeutic method for severe aplastic anemia (SAA) associated with β-thalassemia, and to improve the recognition of the disease. One patient hospitalized for pancytopenia was reported and the related literatures were reviewed. A 14-years old girl who presented with anemia from her childhood was hospitalized for acute onset of pancytopenia. Routine blood test showed that WBC count was 1.28×10⁹/L, hemoglobin 65 g/L, platelet count 18×10⁹/L, reticulocyte count 2×10⁹/L, neutrophil count 0.03×10⁹/L and mean corpuscular volume 59.6 fl, respectively. Both bone marrow aspiration and biopsy showed hypoplasia. Her red blood cells presented as microcytic hypochromic and target erythrocytes were common on peripheral blood smear. DNA analysis of the patient and her mother showed exon 17 heterozygous β-thalassemia (c.52 A>T). A diagnosis of SAA associated with β-thalassemia was clarified and high-dose cyclophosphamide (HD-CTX, 1.2 g/d×4 d) plus cyclosporine were offeved, which eventually led to a complete hematologic remission 12 months later. This was the first report of SAA associated with β-thalassemia, and the regimen of HD-CTX led to a complete hematologic remission.
Article: Treatment of T-cell large granular lymphocyte leukemia with cyclosporine A: Experience in a Chinese single institution[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: T-cell large granular lymphocyte leukemia (T-LGLL) is a rare chronic lymphoproliferative disorder. Available reported data on the treatment regimens of this disease are variable and limited due to low number of patients. We analyzed the efficiency of cyclosporine A (CsA) in the treatment of 28 patients with T-LGLL. The overall response rate (ORR) was 82.1% with hematologic complete remission (HCR) rate of 57.1%. The median time to response (TTR) was 1.8 months and treatment duration with CsA-based regimens was 34.5 months. CsA shows low and manageable toxicity during treatment. Twenty-one patients survived with a median follow-up time of 42.0 months. Our results indicate that CsA is efficacious and safe in the treatment of T-LGLL.
Article: High-Dose Cyclophosphamide in Comparison with Antithymocyte Globulin for Treatment of Acquired Severe Aplastic Anemia.[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: A modified high-dose cyclophosphamide (HD-CTX) plus cyclosporine (CsA) regimen was adopted for severe/very severe aplastic anemia (SAA/VSAA) patients, and the effectiveness was compared with that of antithymocyte globulin (ATG) plus CsA regimen. A total of 121 patients enrolled in this study received either CTX plus CsA (CTX group, 48 cases) or ATG plus CSA (ATG group, 73 cases). The early death rate was 4.2% in CTX group and 8.2% in ATG group, showing no significant difference (p=0.312). The total response rate in CTX group and in ATG group was 54.2% and 57.5% at 3 months, 64.6% and 72.6% at 6 months, and 72.9% and 78.1% at 12 months, respectively (p>0.05). The overall 5-year survival rate was 81.2% and 80.7%, and the event free survival rate was 68.2% and 67.3% in CTX and ATG groups, respectively (p>0.05). The total medical cost of CTX group was 54.8% less than that of ATG regimen (p=0.000). In summary, treatment of SAA/VSAA with CTX plus CsA has comparable effectiveness to conventional regimen and less cost.
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ABSTRACT: To investigate the clinical and laboratory features of congenital dyserythropoietic anemia type II (CDA-II) in order to improve the recognition of the disease. A case of CDA-II was reported and the related literatures were reviewed. The 32-years old female presented with moderate anemia, jaundice and hepatosplenomegaly from her childhood and was misdiagnosed as hereditary spherocytosis for a long time. There were no increased reticulocytes in the peripheral blood and her bone marrow showed erythroid hyperplasia with 43% of binucleated erythroblasts. Electron microscopy examination revealed stretches of double membrane lining the inner surface of the erythroblast cell membrane. CDA-II is a rare congenital anemia characterized by ineffective erythropoiesis with unique laboratory features, and is relatively easy to be misdiagnosed. It is necessary to improve the awareness of CDA-II, and to set-up its responsible gene analysis, i.e., CDAN2 gene and SEC23B gene detection.
Article: [Effects of concentration of cyclosporine A on the early response to immunosuppressive therapy in severe aplastic anemia].[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: To evaluate the effects of cyclosporine A (CsA) whole-blood concentration on the early response to immunosuppressive therapy (IST) in severe and very severe aplastic anemia (SAA/VSAA). Ninety SAA/VSAA patients treated with rabbit antithymocyte globulin (ATG) plus CsA as first line therapy in our hospital were retrospectively analysed. CsA levels between the response group and non-response group, and response rates of patients with variant CsA levels were compared respectively. (1) There was no significant difference in the beginning unmodified CsA blood concentration between IST responded and non-responded SAA/VSAA patients. The beginning unmodified C(0) 133.91 ug/L in IST 2-month responders was higher than that of 49.9 ug/L in non-responded SAA patients (P = 0.009); (2) The mean CsA C(0) and C(2) levels during the third month following IST were significantly different in responders and non-responders(197.52 µg/L vs 161.49 µg/L, P = 0.024, and 738.76 µg/L vs 615.46 µg/L, P = 0.009), and no significant difference in other periods of IST (P > 0.05); (3) The response rate (87.5%) was significantly higher in patients with CsA C(0) ≥ 200µg/L the third month following IST than those of 55.6% in patients with CsA C(0) 150 - 200 µg/L (P = 0.023) and 59.3% in patients with CsA C(0) < 150 µg/L (P = 0.046), respectively. The response rate was significantly higher of C(2) ≥ 700 µg/L group than that of C(2) < 700 µg/L group (80.5%vs 55.3%, P = 0.012). The CsA concentration related to the early IST response. The third month CsA concentrations was the most important for the response and maintaining CsA levels with C(0) ≥ 200 µg/L and C(2) ≥ 700 µg/L may improve the response to IST in SAA/VSAA.
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ABSTRACT: To analyze the efficacy and side-effects of combination of rabbit antithymocyte globulin (ATG) and cyclosporine A (CsA) as the first-line immunosuppressive therapy (IST) for adult severe aplastic anemia (SAA) patients. Adult SAA or very severe aplastic anemia (VSAA) patients treated with rabbit ATG + CsA as first line therapy in our hospital from 2003 to 2008 were retrospectively analysed and the therapeutic response relevant factors were analysed. Seventy-nine patients were enrolled. Of all these patients, 6 died within 3 months after IST. The overall response rate was 82.2% and the median time to transfusion independent was 60 days. The therapeutic response rate in 32 SAA patients (100%) was significantly higher than that in 41 VSAA cases (68.3%) (P = 0.001). Patients with neutrophil response to G-CSF treatment had a higher IST response rate than those without response to G-CSF (100% vs 67.5%, P = 0.001). Sixty-one patients (77.2%) occurred serum sickness reaction. Three patients relapsed and two developed clonal hematological abnormalities after IST. The 3-year overall survival for all the patients was 88.9%. Rabbit ATG in combination with CsA as first-line IST for adult SAA can lead to excellent treatment outcomes with minor adverse effects.
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ABSTRACT: To evaluate bone marrow hematopoietic cells genetic instability (BMHCGI) in patients with aplastic anemia (AA) and to explore its influence on immunosupressive therapy for AA and significance on late clonal hematologic disorders. Genetic instability of bone marrow mononuclear cells (BMMNC) was measured by Comet assay. The relationship between bone marrow failure parameters and genetic instability results was evaluated. The reciprocity of genetic instability and treatment responses to immunosuppressive therapy (IST) was investigated. Comet assay parameters \[tail moment (TM), olive TM (OTM), comet %\] of AA patients were significantly higher than that of control group (P < 0.05). There was no statistic correlation of comet parameters of severe AA (SAA) BM hematopoietic cells with age, gender and peripheral blood cell count (P > 0.05). For the treatment response rate at six months after IST there was no statistical difference between comet cells of < 21.64% and of >/= 21.64%, and so did between OTM < 1.58 and >/= 1.58 in SAA patients. IST had no effect on SAA BMHCGI, whereas, the Comet%, TM and OTM in SAA PR patients and Comet% in CR patients were significantly decreased than those before treatment. Comet parameters of two SAA patients were significantly increased before the development of clonal cytogenetic abnormalities. Increased BMHCGI may be one of the elements in the pathogenetic mechanisms in AA. The genetic instability is irrelevant to the SAA patients overall response rate of IST at six months, but IST can alleviate the genetic instabilities in responded SAA patients.
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ABSTRACT: To analyse the efficacy and side-effects of rabbit antithymocyte globulin (ATG) and cyclosporin A (CsA) as the first-line therapy for childhood severe aplastic anemia (SAA). Seventy-one childhood SAA patients treated with rabbit ATG + CsA as first line therapy were retrospectively analysed. Seventy-one SAA patients, including 38 SAA and 33 very severe aplastic anemia (VSAA), were enrolled. The median age was 12 years. Of these patients, 3 died within 3 months after the immunosuppressive therapy (IST). The overall response rate was 67.6% (46/68) and the median time to transfusion independent was 53 days. Thirty-three patients (48.5%) obtained remission in 3 months after the IST and 45 (67.2%) in 6 months. The response rates were 57.7% (15/26), 56.5% (13/23) and 94.7% (18/19) for patients less than 10 years old, 10 - 15 year-old and 15 - 18 year-old, respectively. Sixty patients suffered from serum sickness on the IST. Three patients relapsed and another 3 unrespond patients received retreatment of IST, and one patient progressed to myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Rabbit ATG in combination with CsA as first line therapy for childhood SAA/VSAA can lead to overall response rate of 67.6% with minor adverse effects.
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ABSTRACT: To analyze the clinical and laboratory features of patients with congenital dyserythropoietic anemia type I (CDA-I), and improve the clinical diagnostic accuracy. The clinical and hematological features of 5 patients diagnosed as CDA-I in our hospital between July 2002 and July 2007 were analyzed retrospectively, and the related literatures was reviewed. Five CDA-I patients, 1 male and 4 females, all had a long history of varied degree of chronic anemia. One patient had congenital malformations, 3 jaundice and 4 hepatosplenomegaly. Bone marrow specimens invariably showed hypercellularity due to erythroid hyperplasia with megaloblastic changes, irregularly shaped nuclear, and chromatin bridges in 0.2% to 0.6% of all erythroblasts. All the 5 patients' bone marrow erythroblasts showed spongy heterochromatin appearances (swiss-cheese) with electron microscopy examination. There was no morphologic abnormality in the granulocytes and megakaryocytes. Serum ferritin levels were increased in 3/4 patients. One patient had been misdiagnosed as hereditary spherocytosis and performed splenectomy in the local hospital with no improvement in Hb level. CDA-I is a rare congenital anemia characterized by ineffective erythropoiesis, jaundice, hepatosplenomegaly and iron overload, and may be misdiagnosed. Keeping these manifestations in mind should avoid misdiagnosis.
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ABSTRACT: To analyze the characteristics of T-cell large granular lymphocyte leukemia (T-LGLL). Retrospectively analyze the clinical and laboratory data of 27 patients with T-LGLL diagnosed between 1999 and 2007 in our hospital. The median age at diagnosis was 48 years. All patients were symptomatic, mainly complaining of fatigue. Of the 27 patients, 14 (51.9%) had splenomegaly, and 4(14.8%) hepatomegaly. Rheumatoid arthritis was not present in any patients. The most frequent hematological abnormality was anemia (24 patients, 88.9%) with a median Hb level of 57.5 g/L. Pure red cell aplasia was found in 18 patients (66.67%). The median WBC count was 4.24 x 10(9)/L and 19 cases were neutropenia (ANC < 1.5 x 10(9)/L). The median LGL count in peripheral blood was 1.45 x 10(9)/L and most of them (77.8%) were less than 2.0 x 10(9)/L. Twenty-two patients (81.5%) showed the CD3+ CD8+ CD57+ CD56(-) LGL phenotype. With immunosuppressive therapy, 91.3% of patients responded and complete hematological remission rate was 65.2%. T-LGLL mainly presented with anemia and complete hematological remission rate was 65.2%. Pure red cell aplasia was commonly associated with the disease. The patients had a good response to immunosuppressive therapy.
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Former Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher suddenly has a full head of hair and is pitching hair restoration. Not very metal, bro. Not very Brolacher.
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We all know Green Bay Packers tight Jermichael Finley is an impact player. We also know adding him to an already-potent offense could make the Packers almost unstoppable in 2011, but the National Football Post's Matt Bowen says Finley is the key to beating the Chicago Bears. The Packers had significant trouble with the Bears last season.
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Trading market volatility
Our team of experienced traders execute across global asset classes taking advantage of intra-day market volatility. Key to our approach is to understand the changing fundamental drivers behind asset valuations.
At Amplify we live and breathe financial markets and look for other traders who feel the same to join our growing firm.
Our career training programme continues to generate full time professional traders.
Our unique approach to developing new trading talent has created a benchmark within the industry for quality and professionalism. Now operating from two trading floors in London our traders continue to develop their expertise trading for Amplify Trading.
Amplify's market analysis has become a priority for traders worldwide
Combining fundamental analysis with technical expertise our team of analysts have been developing trading strategies and techniques since 2009.
Leading the way in Macro Analysis
Every month Piers Curran, Amplify's Head of Trading invites interested new traders onto the trading floor to find out more about Amplify Trading and how he and the team have traded in current market conditions.
Inside Amplify Trading: A BBC 2 Documentary
At the end of 2014 the BBC came onto our trading floor to study the challenges faced every day by our traders as they execute in today's financial markets, click on this link to watch. Amplify Trading's head of trading, Piers Curran, also appears regularly as a guest host on the world's leading financial news channel CNBC to share his views on global markets.