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Perhaps raising even a few stares amongst those fortunate enough to have one Ferrari or more in the garage, the Official Ferrari Opus will leave fanatical fans contemplating whether or not to pick up the comprehensive book about all things Ferrari. Created in association with Kraken Opus, two exorbitantly priced versions include the Enzo Edition at $37,500 USD and the Enzo Diamante Edition at $275,000 USD. The reasoning behind the six-figure book is the use of 30 diamonds incorporated into the iconic Prancing Horse logo. Aside from that, the book will contain 852 pages of over 200,000 words and 2,000 images. Every Ferrari ever built and raced will grace the pages as it weighs in at a heafty 82 lbs (37 kg) and measures almost 20 square inches (60 cm2).
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A large group of students from Eisenhower High School in northwest Houston held a demonstration today and protests sparked across the country over the weekend as Congress takes a new look at immigration reform. Houston Public Radio's Laurie Johnson has more.
An estimated 12 million undocumented immigrants are living in the U.S. Most of them are from Central and South America and Houston is a major hub for smuggling immigrants to different parts of the country. Nestor Rodriguez is a professor of sociology at the University of Houston and chair co-Director of the Center for Immigration Research. He says the economic impact of immigration will be at the center of the congressional debate.
"Some researchers are saying well the net effect is that overall immigration helps the country because it — low-wage labor — I'm talking about the immigration of undocumented, right — helps subsidize certain service industries. You're able to pay only a dollar for a cup of coffee because there's a large undocumented labor force that's working for minimum wage or even lower, okay. So that's part of the externalities, right, but on the other hand there's this negative effect of public clinics, hospitals, tax-supported institutions that have to carry and pay the bill for people who cannot afford certain services."
The Senate is expected to spend the next two weeks debating immigration reform. The House passed measures to build a fence along the U.S. Mexico border and treat illegal immigrants as felons to be deported. The Senate will take up those issues along with other suggestions to allow foreign workers to stay in the country for five to six years or send them back home to apply for legal citizenship. Rodriguez says Houston is uniquely poised to respond to any changes.
"Communities like Houston that have a robust economy, are strong and growing, who can take in you know 50,000 refugees from New Orleans and not feel the effect, this community, as tied to the global economy as it is can incorporate immigrants and can turn them into a resource for growth. Other communities that don't have a labor market that's as strong, that don't have an economy that's as strong may have a different effect."
President George Bush supports a guest worker program which would allow immigrants already in the country to obtain work visas without gaining amnesty. Rodriguez says he doesn't know if that is the solution, but he does know that immigrant labor is not going away.
"It's not like you have a choice. It's like if you want to be part of the global economy, this is one of the conditions and characteristics. No economy, no nation status is a country in itself, we're all inter-related now. And part of the inter-relationship used to be just the migration of capital. Today, the reality it's also the migration of labor. The question becomes: how do we formalize this, how do we legalize this? And I think that's the challenge that the president is trying to deal with."
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The president said the security of the two nations and the US were linked and warned that there would be increased violence before the situation improved.
He pointed to the extra 21,000 troops he will send there in the summer as proof of America's continued commitment to defeating al Qaeda.
"The United States has a stake in the future of these two countries," Mr Obama said after a meeting with presidents Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan and Asif Ali Zardari of Pakistan.
"We have learned time and again that our security is shared. It is a lesson that we learned most painfully on 9/11, and it is a lesson that we will not forget."
Mr Obama said Mr Karzai and Mr Zardari "fully appreciate the seriousness of the threats that we face" in a show of support as the three leaders met in the White House to formulate a peace and stability plan.
Mr Obama said the US had to provide "lasting support" to the countries and would play an active part in reconstruction efforts in Pakistan while the country fought Taliban forces.
"We must do more than stand against those who would destroy Pakistan. We must stand with those who want to build Pakistan," he said. "I want the Pakistani people to understand that America is not simply against terrorism, we are on the side of their hopes and their aspirations, because we know that the future of Pakistan must be determined by the talent, innovation and intelligence of its people."
Mr Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton also expressed regret in the meetings over the deaths of up to 70 Afghan civilians in American airstrikes. Mr Obama said "every effort" would be made to avoid civilian casualties, and Mr Karzai accepted his apology.
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Mr Zardari described al Qaeda as a "cancer". He said: "Pakistan carries a huge burden, confronting al Qaeda and Taliban together, but we are up to the challenge, because we are the democracy, and democracy is the only cure to this challenge."
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Joanna Coe shot a 3-under par 69 to finish seventh in the Symetra Tour's season-opening Visit Mesa Gateway Classic in Mesa, Ariz., on Sunday.
Coe, a 2007 Oakcrest High School graduate from Mays Landing, shot an 8-under 208 (70-69-69) for the three-day event. She finished four shots behind tournament winner and LPGA Tour player Alena Sharp, of Canada, and one shot out of a four-way tie for third place.
Coe, who lives in Orlando, Fla., earned $2,900.
In last year's opener, Coe shot an 82-80 and missed the cut.
The Symetra Tour is a development tour for the LPGA. Coe's best career finish was a tie for sixth at the Four Winds Invitational in August 2012, her rookie year.
On Sunday, the 32-year-old Sharp closed with a 1-under 71 for a 12-under 204 total at Longbow Golf Club. She finished second last year, two strokes behind Jaclyn Sweeney.
"It feels amazing, I've worked really hard the last five months and I've finished second a lot on this tour and this is my first win," said Sharp, who earned $15,000. "It feels really good. I struck the ball well all week, putted well and hung in there. ... It was a little bit of a grind today, but I used my mental toughness and training to get through it and I'm happy that I'm holding the trophy."
She will return to the LPGA Tour on March 20-23 at the LPGA Founder's Cup in Phoenix.
Runner-up Marissa Steen finished with a 68.
Emily Talley (65), Becca Huffner (68), Sadena Parks (68) and Jennie Lee (71) tied for third at 9 under.
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Have you ever wondered which classic SF books have been banned? Today I found a list that gathers all the science fiction and fantasy books that have been banned in the US, and I'm surprised at what made the list.
Worlds Without End compiled this list of 34 titles for Banned Book Week, which ended a few weeks ago. Yes, I did miss the best time to write this post, but the list is still worth a look. It includes titles that don't surprise me, like Brave New World, Harry Potter, and Golden Compass.
But there are also several titles on the list that I'm not sure why anyone found them offensive. Hitchhiker's Guide made the list, and while that novel is irreverent it is also fluff. It never really raises any issue that might offend someone. Also, Lord of the Rings was banned somewhere, which is worthy of a snicker. That book is a tedious read. There was no need to ban it; hardly anyone is going to finish it even if they can get it from the library.


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It's Time To Lift The Stigma On Working Dads
"Had to take this call. Can't leave. Will meet you there. Sorry."
It's Monday night -- soccer night in our house -- and I've received yet another frantic text from Frank. The soccer season started four weeks ago and every Monday since, Frank has sent a text not too dissimilar to this one.
Practice starts at 6 p.m. and Frank so very badly wants to cheer for his little girl on the sidelines. Plus, he knows it's not always possible or fair for me to drop my work to make sure she gets there on time.
But, like half of working dads, he's struggling to balance the competing demands of work and family life. That's because like 60 per cent of two-parent households, ours consists of a father and a mother that each work full time.
This has created a new family dynamic that has seen otherwise traditional dad and mom roles converge where dads have doubled their time spent doing household chores and nearly tripled time spent with children.
I've borne witness to his discomfort as colleagues made assumptions about his role as a dad, and mine as a wife and mom.
Despite this evolution, the stigma surrounding fully engaged fathers remains.
Over the years, Frank has told me about the double takes he's gotten from colleagues he's passed on the street as he pushed our daughters in their stroller to the daycare located a block from his office. Or how he deftly left a meeting at the bar to make it home in time for bedtime.
I've watched him agonize over his schedule, choosing lunch meetings over evening meals so he can limit the number of weeknights he'll miss dinner with his family. Together, we commiserated late into the evening over the fact that we haven't spent enough time with our girls that week. And I've borne witness to his discomfort as colleagues made assumptions about his role as a dad, and mine as a wife and mom.
With such pressures, what can a dad do?
Even as they take on more at home, working dads remain just as focused on their careers as past generations. And while they may want more flexibility in their schedules, half of working fathers feel that taking advantage of available flexible work arrangements could limit their career progression.
This pressure is leading many fathers who otherwise aspire to be more involved at home to choose work over family. With only 36 per cent of two-parent households sharing parenting responsibility equally, the majority of fathers have relegated their role in the family as "mother's helper" rather than co-parent.
It's time to bring working dads out of the shadows.
There are a number of ongoing efforts focused on lifting the stigma placed on working fathers. There are global campaigns like #LeanInTogther, and we are seeing a growing number of working dads advocate for their rights as they attempt to normalize the dual-role they play at work and at home.
We can also do more on an individual basis. Working fathers who are engaged with their families need to make their status known at work. Although Frank walks the tightrope between work and family, he openly and affectionately speaks about his daughters at work. I only know this because I've been surprised by a number of colleagues, both women and men, who recount a quirky anecdote he once shared with them.
At home, dads need to commit to take an active role in parenting from the start. And, they can do this despite not having access to paternity leave. Moms play a role in this equation, too. Yes, dads need to want to take on this role, and will have to develop the wits and patience just as mother have had to do. But dads will also need the support of a partner that won't enable them to succumb to social pressures.
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Rho Edmunds This is my amazing hubby and father to our two kids. He gets up at 6 am every morning and feeds our baby and keeps him occupied whilst working, so that I can get an extra hour or two of sleep before our 5 year old gets up. He works from home and I am a SAHM so this image is pretty common in our house when I need a break or to take a shower. He is just so dependable and amazing! We are truly parenting partners!
"Sometimes the goodbyes are hard but the welcome home is alway amazing!"
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"This is my idea of a working father. 24/7. They don't get time off, even in their sleep. This man works 6 hours a way, 6 days a week and then still helps with dinner, bath and bed while I get me and our 2nd one safely on the survivor side of accreta. He's my hero and I know he's our sons."
Jenna Meldgaard This was our son at 9 weeks old in the hospital with bronchitis.. daddy reads to his little guy each night.
Tracy Davis My son with his dad on take your child to work day.
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"Ballet practice on my day off"
Ashley Dowdy Worked the 12 hour night shift, came home and took the boy to the park. Yes, he might not get great sleep that day but he makes time.
Heather Tomlinson Somehow managing to get extra work done after hours.
Lauren Ashley Breslaw Nichols After going to school all day he takes her on a walk before he goes to work. It's their most treasured time together.
Gemma Richardson Works long hours, still does handstands with our daughter
Amie Bullis This is from last summer. Daddy spends 40 hrs a week working in a truck shop. In his time off he works on cars at home for friends and neighbors. He has 2 little helpers this summer.
Emily Shultz My husband likes to send his lunch hour with our little dude so I bring him by for some quality time
Beth Ogden Works 56+ hours a week. Even after a 10 hour day at work on his feet the entire time, he comes home happy and wants to play and snuggle our little girl.
Genesis Manning My husband works two jobs and commutes 2 hours each way 6 days a week. He works hard and immediately comes home to being a fully engaged dad. This is him seconds out of the car down on his knees playing with our son.
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Athina Marie Fascianella It means making the most of the moments they have together. My husband works full time and tutors numerous children in math. He shows our boys compassion and teaches them by example. Our boys couldn't ask for a better dad
Cristina Payes Always making the best of his only day off. There isn't a day when his family doesn't feel like his priority.
Courtney Wallace Stump He always makes time for bedtime stories, you can't tell but he's still in his work clothes, gets off at 6 and is ready to help with bath and bed at 7
Laura Gutleben This is my husband from Halloween 2014. He was working, but he wasn't in an office or under a car or in ductwork. No, he was working on beating cancer. He was diagnosed in 2013 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, T-cell (no Philadelphia chromosome, for those who care) and lymphoma. The 6th of May 2013, after slicing open his finger and stitches, then a blood draw, our PCP called him and told him he needed to check into the ER RIGHT NOW. The PCP is a tiny woman, but when someone who is generally soft spoken has that urgency in their voice, it's a big deal. The 9th of May, we got the dual diagnosis. July 2nd, 2014 is his rebirthday-- the day he got his donor's stem cells. Yes, we are throwing a bad ass party and no, I don't think anyone is going to remember it. My idea of a working dad is someone who works not just for his family but for himself as well.
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Bri Hatcher Works 6 days a week to support us and our 5 children. Hard working and fun loving.
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Laura Miller Haxton Daddy Jason trying to finish up his work at home with twin 3 yr old daughters Lucy and Sydney. Nice try daddy!!
Kate Fruehling He's a trucker and doesn't get much time home with us, so when he does, he makes it count. He loves taking our girls and their friends for hikes and teaching them all about nature.
Kimberly And Scott Adams Easter egg hunt with the kids for 30 minutes, and then back to training recruits.
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Vico Bau Being married to a working dad means that weekends are special, no matter where we are or what we are doing.
Jennyfer Myrick My husband was a U.S. Army recruiter, here is is working with our newborn...
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Full name: Mohammad Nasir Hossain
Birth date: November 30, 1991
Birth place: Rangpur, Bangladesh
Nickname: Nasir
Height: 5 feet 9 inches
Bating style: Right-hand bat
Bowling style: Right-arm offbreak
Roll: All-Rounder
Religion: Islam
Zodiac sign: Sagittarius
Mohammad Nasir Hossain is talented Bangladeshi all-rounder who scored a maiden international century against Pakistan in the Asia Cup and came into the limelight among Bangladeshi cricket's fans. On August 2011, Nasir made his ODI debut against Zimbabwe and on October 2011 he made his Test debut against the West Indies.
Nasir Hossain is regarded as the best entertainer among the Bangladeshi players and always magnificently performs his job in world cricket arena. Not many players have been able to strengthen their position in the Bangladesh team as quickly as Nasir Hossain has done since his arrival. He tremendously hit his maiden test ton against Sri Lanka on March 2013 at Galle. Already he has earned an appreciation of the fans with his useful late order batting, off-Spin and athletic fielding. He likes mostly the batting of Mohammad Ashraful and Mushfiqur Rahim in the national team.
Major teams: Bangladesh, Bangladesh A, Bangladesh Cricket Board Academy, Bangladesh Under-19s, Barisal Division, Rajshahi Division
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New and classic essays by one of America's most distinguished contemporary poet-critics, "The Work of Poetry" surveys an extraordinary range of poets, from Dante to May Swenson, and George Meredith to Marianne Moore, as well as works from the Psalms to "A Child's Garden of Verses." By turns generous and uncompromising, Hollander champions the enduring force of poetry against the incursion of fashionable writing. This is an elegant, uncompromising affirmation of the extraordinary powers of poetic imagination from a poet whose poems have been hailed by J.D. McClatchy as "ways of thinking on paper."
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- Go off the beaten path to the less-visited and best-preserved Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China
- View the incredible Terra Cotta Warriors with an on-site archaeologist
- Enjoy an up-close-and-personal encounter with giant pandas, where they roam free in their natural habitat
- Experience the narrow winding lanes and courtyard residences of a traditional hutong
China & The Yangzi 2017: Download PDF Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Beijing, China
Arrive in the capital city of Beijing, China's long time seat of power, where you will be met by a member of the A&K team and transferred to your luxurious hotel.
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Day 2: Beijing | China's Dynastic Capital
After your welcome briefing, participate in a private tai chi lesson taught by a master instructor at the ancient Temple of Heaven, the single most beautiful example of classical Ming period architecture. After lunch, explore the imperial grandeur of the Forbidden City and take in the history at Tiananmen Square. Tonight, gather for a special welcome dinner at your hotel.
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Beijing | View the World from the Great Wall
Travel to the well-preserved Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China. Walk or take a trip in a cable car to the top of the wall to take in sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. After experiencing this wonder of the world, return to Beijing. Then, take a pedicab through a hutong, a vast yet intimate neighbourhood of small winding alleyways dating to China's dynastic period.
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing | Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 4: Xian | Key to the Great Silk Road
Fly to Xian, a modern city cloaked in over 3,000 years of history. Once the most eastern stop on the Great Silk Road, Xian has become a melting pot of Middle Eastern and Asian influences. Upon arriving, enjoy lunch, and then visit the old city quarter with its teeming markets and beautiful Great Mosque, a 14th-century national heritage site. A blend of classic Chinese temple architecture and central Asian embellishments make it one of the most fascinating sites in Xian.
Shangri-La Hotel, Xian | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Xian | Terra Cotta Warriors, Army for the Afterlife
Today, accompanied by an on-site archaeologist, visit the excavation site of the Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses, the life-size army created during the Qin Dynasty to protect Qin Shi Huang, China's first emperor, in his afterlife. More than 8,000 soldiers are spread throughout three dig pits, each revealing a unique face, testifying to the remarkable craftsmanship that went into making them. Then, enjoy a Chef's Table dumpling making demonstration followed by lunch. Later, enter the Ancient Gate of Xian's impressive City Wall with the option to cycle along its ramparts.
Shangri-La Hotel, Xian | Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 6: Chengdu | Exploring the People's Park
Fly to Chengdu, the charming capital of Sichuan Province. After lunch, immerse yourself in local life and culture at the People's Park, where area residents play traditional Chinese instruments, practice calligraphy and engage in tai chi. Observe a traditional tea demonstration and learn about unique, centuries-old match-making techniques still in use today. Tonight, enjoy a special Sichuan hot pot dinner.
Shangri-La Hotel, Chengdu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Chengdu to Chongqing | Pandas and a Bullet Train
Today, visit the Chengdu Panda Breeding and Research Centre. Enjoy the rare opportunity to observe these endangered creatures roaming freely in their natural habitat. Then, board a high-speed train for a ride through the Chinese countryside to Chongqing, where you embark on your luxury river cruiser, 'Yangzi Explorer,' for a three-night journey to Yichang. Settle into your cabin as the ship sails downstream to the stunning Three Gorges region. Tonight, watch a fascinating documentary on the Three Gorges Dam Project in the ship's Tang Theatre.
Sanctuary 'Yangzi Explorer' | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Cruising the Yangtze | Asia's Great River
Start your morning with traditional Chinese exercise and work up an appetite for the buffet breakfast. Then, disembark and enjoy a shore excursion to Fengdu, where you take in local life on a visit to a village relocated to make way for the Three Gorges Dam Project. Meet with a local family, visit a Kindergarten and enjoy a kaleidoscope of sights at the farmers market. This afternoon, learn about Chinese traditional medicine and reflexology. This evening, attend the Captain's Reception.
Sanctuary 'Yangzi Explorer' | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 9: The Three Gorges | China's Ultimate Scenery
Early this morning, 'Yangzi Explorer' navigates the Qutang and Wu Gorges before anchoring at Badong, where you board a ferry and travel up the Shennong Stream. Transfer to "pea pod" boats poled by Tujia boatmen to view the scenic Bamboo Gorge. The Tujia are members of local minority culture famed for their boat-building skills and keen knowledge of the Yangtze. Return to 'Yangzi Explorer' by ferryboat, accompanied by a Tujia boat tracker who shares insights into his daily life. Tonight, enjoy a Taste of China" dinner, followed by on board entertainment.
Sanctuary 'Yangzi Explorer' | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Yichang to Shanghai | Disembark 'Yangzi Explorer'
Arrive at the Three Gorges Project Dam Site and Exhibition Center to learn the history of the world's largest dam, including the story of the resettlement of the 1.2 million residents of the cities submerged behind the 600-foot-tall engineering marvel. Disembark in Yichang around midday, and fly to Shanghai this evening. Upon arrival, transfer to your elegant hotel, located on the city's historic Bund.
The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund | Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 11: Shanghai | Pearl of the Orient
Explore dynamic Shanghai, where stunning modern skylines meet classic street markets and gardens. Contrast this experience with a visit to the charming rural village of Zhujiajiao, a traditional water village harkening back to China's imperial past. Glide along its main canal on a sampan (wooden boat). Tonight, enjoy a sundowner at the House of Roosevelt, before attending a performance by the Shanghai Acrobatics Troupe, featuring dazzling feats of strength, balance and athleticism.
The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund | Meals: Breakfast
Day 12: Shanghai | Life on the Bund
Stroll the streets of Old Town and visit the 16th-century Yu Garden with its pavilions and streams. Walk along the Bund, Shanghai's most popular promenade. This afternoon, explore studios and galleries in the M-50 Contemporary Art District. Then, gather tonight for a farewell dinner.
The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 13: Depart Shanghai
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to depart for home or begin a Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension.
Please note: The Three Gorges Dam's lock will be undergoing maintenance from the 30th January to the 30th April 2017, no tourist cruises will be allowed to cross the lock during this period. Therefore, guests aboard Sanctuary 'Yangzi Explorer' are going to disembark at Maoping Pier, just upstream of the Three Gorges Dam instead of Yichang on Day 10. You will still visit the dam site and exhibition centre, but will not cruise down the lowermost portion of Xiling Gorge.
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Please note that two groups of 18 A&K guests may be travelling on board the 'Yangzi Explorer""
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Michael Bond, 83, author, on his father Norman 'Norrie' Bond, who died in 1982 aged 83
"People ask me if I'm like Paddington Bear, but Paddington Bear is very much like my father. My father was terribly polite and always wore a hat. We went to the Isle of Wight for our holidays and he wore his hat in the sea in case he met somebody. He was in the civil service and he was a strict reader of the small print. During the Second World War he was in the Home Guard. He worked at the Post Office telephone exchange. The girl who worked in same small room as him was trying to get in the building. He said: "Halt! Who goes there? I want to see your identification card." He wouldn't let her in until she had her card. She had to go back to her house, which was two miles away, to get it. My father said, 'It was strange. She didn't speak to me for several weeks afterwards.' He was an extremely nice man. The most precious thing you can give a child is your time. We used to play cricket together. He did the bowling and I did the batting.
"The First World War in the trenches was so difficult; he never talked about it much but it left its mark on him. I was lucky. We weren't well off, but my parents sent me to a fee-paying school. I'm not sure I really appreciated it. I regret I was not able to thank them for it. They were both nice people with a good sense of values."
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"During childhood, my father Gordon was a stranger. An engineering worker, he did factory night-shifts. While I played, he slept. My mother says he was distant: I was the result of a marriage he regretted. I don't have a single memory of Gordon before the age of five. My parents divorced when I was four. Mother and I went to live with her parents. I remember him visiting a year later. He said he would return soon, but never did. I did not see Gordon again until I was 18, when I took the initiative to visit him. In 1971, I relocated from Australia to Britain. We see each other only once every five years when I return to Melbourne for family visits; although we (me more than him) phone and write every month. I don't feel angry or resentful. My parents had an acrimonious divorce, so I understand why contact with Gordon was difficult. Far from being harmed, my father's absence may have helped. It made me man of the house: confident, independent and resourceful. Although we get on OK, we don't have much in common. But I love him. He helped make me what I am."
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"My dad was always away gallivanting around the world. He would turn up two or three times a year with armfuls of presents, wonders and delicacies, like Father Christmas, turn our lives upside down for a week and then disappear again for months. As the only girl I adored being his little princess. My heart ached for him and Mum would say, ' You ask him when he's coming back – he doesn't listen to me'. It took me 20 years to realise that he had behaved very badly and then another 20 years to realise that he was incapable of selfless love. But now I look back and understand that what he gave to me far outweighed his limitations as a father; spirit of adventure, disdain for convention, fashion and prejudice and the biggest bags (under my eyes) in showbusiness. I wouldn't change him for the world."
Sir Michael Parkinson, 74, broadcaster, on Jack, a miner who died in 1975
"I remember my father's hands – rough palms like sandpaper, strong fingers, a miner's hands. When, as a child, he took my hand I felt safer than ever before or since. When he lay dying I took his hand seeking that same reassurance and instead felt shameful that my hand was so safe and smooth. I adored him. He was funny, generous, gregarious, loyal and loved his wife and son and grandchildren without reservation and without expecting anything in return. He was the most selfless man I ever met. Just before he died he said to me: 'You have had a good life.' I agreed. 'Met all those famous people. Made a bob or two without breaking sweat.' I nodded. 'Well done,' he said. 'But think on, it's not like playing cricket for Yorkshire is it?' He was also the wisest man I knew."
Jilly Cooper, 72, author, on Bill Sallit, who died in 1982, aged 75
"He was absolutely lovely. He was very shy and hugely clever. He got a first in two years at Cambridge. He had studied classics but switched to engineering. He was one of the youngest brigadiers in the war. Daddy was very glamorous and very attractive. There was a patch in the carpet because of Daddy walking up and down ticking us off about our reports. Our school holidays were bliss. There would be a lovely lull until our reports arrived. He was very upright and had very high standards that my brother and I didn't live up to. He was funny. He used to play the piano and the violin. We used to sing duets together. But we had to play bridge, too. He was a tremendously fast eater. He could finish his meal in just over a minute. My mother and her sister watched him play rugby at Twickenham. My mother put her hands over her sister's eyes so that she wouldn't see his navel. She was horrified. I think I want all men to be like him: clever, handsome and modest."
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CANNES France (Reuters) - Sharon Stone showed up in a daring dress, John Travolta flew in on his plane, and even Eurovision winner Conchita Wurst made an appearance to support the Cannes film festival's largest charity ball to raise money for AIDS research.
At the 21st annual event organized by amfAR, the Foundation for AIDS Research, the film world's glitterati assembled on Thursday night to raise $38 million for charity, Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein announced.
The amfAR gala, held at the luxurious five-star Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, perched over the blue water of the French Riviera not far from Cannes, is the biggest fundraising event at the world's largest and most prestigious film festival. The benefit was first hosted by Elizabeth Taylor.
With celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio, Kylie Minogue, Dita Von Teese, Adrien Brody, Paris Hilton and even Catherine Deneuve in attendance, the event was the place to be as the prestigious film festival began to wind down, with top prizes to be awarded on May 25.
AmfAR has raised some $120 million (71.17 million pounds) in the 20 years it has thrown the gala during the Cannes film festival. The go-to event relies on celebrity power and high-profile donations, and the 900-person guest list on Thursday included models, actors and the who's-who of the film world.
Champagne, a Pablo Picasso sketch, a motorcycle and a trip on a yacht were auctioned at the high-profile event, as DiCaprio puffed on an electronic cigarette, surrounded by two bodyguards, and Lana Del Rey and Robin Thicke performed to the crowd.
Raising the most money, at 11 million euros (8.89 million pounds), was the auction of a gilded skeleton of a woolly mammoth in a steel and glass box, by artist Damien Hirst.
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These peppermint meringue cookies from Sunset Magazine looked so cheerful (and free of flour and butter) that we thought we'd give them a try. We'd never made meringue before and were a little curious how they'd turn out, but they were super straightforward!
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Inflection Point Confirmed : McDonald's Q3 Earnings Review
- EPS comes in at $1.4 - a whopping $0.12 more than estimates. Revenues drop due to currency headwinds.
- US comparable sales growth of 0.9% is the first growth in last 7 quarters.
- China rebounds strongly after ugly meat scandal last year. It has huge potential for McDonald's
McDonalds (NYSE:MCD) stock closed at $112.59 on Friday, up almost 10% since it announced strong earnings on 21st October, before the bell. Revenues fell slightly due to the strength of the dollar but earnings per share (EPS) came in at a whopping $1.4 a share which beat analysts expectations by a margin of $0.12.
The earnings beat illustrated just how important the US market is to this company. Many analysts including myself didn't think the US would return to growth until 2016, so reporting same-restaurant sales growth of 0.9% (analysts were predicting a 0.2% decline) would have hurt many bears as the share price rallied accordingly. McDonald's generates around 40% of its revenue and 50% of operating income from the US market, so growth here was always going to launch the share price meaningfully.
However, growth came across the board for the company with established international markets (Germany, UK, Australia, etc.) growing 4.6% and high growth markets (China, Poland, Spain, etc.) growing almost 9%. Total growth for same store sales averaged out to be over 4% which was more than double of analysts' forecast. This company now has serious momentum behind it, especially in the US, considering the "All Day Breakfast" which has been already highlighted as a success by officials (but was not reflected in third quarter earnings) was launched very late in the quarter. Let's discuss why there should be more growth to come.
All Day Breakfast
Firstly the fundamentals still look very sound compared to the quarter of 12 months prior, especially when you factor in the strength of the dollar ( currency translation in table below). The only glitch is the company's operating income, which is down as a result of the company raising its minimum wage to $10/hour in about 1500 McDonald restaurants.
Now with the US market having a full 3 months of "All Day Breakfast" ahead of it, you would feel that Q4 will deliver much stronger same stores sales growth than the 0.9% reported in Q3. The US is critical because it is practically half the company and if 2% growth could be reported in the next quarter in same store sales, that would be an extra $52 million of sales within this market. Furthermore in terms of rewarding shareholders, the company is still on track to return approximately $8 to $9 billion this year (if not surpass it if we get another bumper quarter) through share buybacks and dividends as the company returned $3.1 billion which brings the year to date total to $7.1 billion.
China: A Huge Potential Market
Secondly China could seriously give McDonald's momentum as it is a huge market and could provide meaningful growth going forward. McDonald's suffered a lot in China last year due to the meat scandal (where expired meat was being sold to fast food joints) and the company lost a lot of customers as a result. This country has been put in the "strong growth" division and with good reason. The country has only 2000+ restaurants compared to 14,000+in the US but China has 4 times+ the population!. As an investor it is forward looking commentary we look at most and with China now reporting strong growth, there seems ample room for revenue growth for the company here. Franchises are also on the up in China which should help margins over time due to less money being tied up by the company.
Once McDonald's gets over its US slump for good, I believe this company will continue to grow revenues and operating income in single digits (4 to 6%) from here. Why? Its system. It will continue to open restaurants in new markets and now that it has bettered its reputation recently (through declaring that it will use chicken without antibiotics and offer variations to its cheap greasy food), one would think that if the world economy picks up from here, this company can now compete with the likes of Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG) and fast casual segment. On the contrary if the world goes into recession, this company will gain market share as few will be able to compete with it on price, value and scale.
To sum up, you are going to see bears coming out again stating that McDonald's still has some serious problems and sustained growth will not happen going forward. Don't listen to them. Just look at the long term fundamentals of this company and monitor its share price performance both from a capital gains side and an income side and you will see that shareholders have always been rewarded handsomely in this company. The company already has an impressive dividend track record in terms of annual increases and growth rates. Expect its next dividend increase which is due in December to be sizable so waiting for a pullback here fro income investors may be risky as it may never come.


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Many political and cultural events sent shock waves through the Irish world in the 19th and early 20th centuries as Ireland gradually shook off the shackles of British rule. Alongside a long and painful political process arose one of the greatest flourishings of literature in modern times - a spirited discourse among those who sought to shape their nation's future, finding the significance of their bloody present intimately entwined with their legendary past. As nationalists including Charles Stewart Parnell, Patrick Pearse, and Michael Collins studied their political situation and sought a road to independence, writers such as W. B. Yeats, James Joyce, J. M. Synge, Lady Gregory, and many others examined the emerging Irish identity and captured the spirit of the nation's ongoing history in their works.
Delve into this remarkable period with The Irish Identity: Independence, History, and Literature. After laying the groundwork of ancient Irish history and centuries of British rule - from the Norman invasion in the 12th century through the brutal Penal Laws and the Great Famine - Professor Conner brings you inside the Irish Renaissance, also called the Irish Revival. Around the turn of the 20th century, a group of writers began taking a keen interest in the uniquely Irish culture, from its language to its art to its mythology. This fascination fed into the growing demand for Irish nationhood, and the arts, culture, and politics of the time are inextricable.
The Irish Renaissance fused and elevated aesthetic and civic ambitions, fueling a cultural climate of masterful artistic creation and resolute political self-determination reminiscent of the Italian Renaissance. Over the course of 36 enthralling lectures, Professor Conner reveals the multifaceted story of the Irish Renaissance through an exploration of its complex history and remarkable literature.
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"Please lose the background music"
This course was interesting enough, though I was expecting a much greater focus on history rather than literature. Still, the thing that really annoyed me was the occasional foray into background music - ~20-30 second clips of background material played under the main narration. I find this distracting and tedious, and it takes away from the overall experience. I would really like it if the Teaching Company would stop doing this!
"Too heavy on literature"
I was looking for more of a history lesson, over 50% reviewing Irish literature which to be honest was not as interesting as the lecturer made out.
"Entertaining and educational... Especially for literature buffs"
The narrative of the first few lectures was a little hard to follow, but after that this course was very entertaining, educational and interesting. I gained a strong appreciation for Irish literature and history and their role in shaping the national identity. After having traveled trough the country, this was a very rewarding course.
"More Literature with a little history thrown in."
If you're a fan of Irish "Renaissance" literature and academic literary analysis this is for you. It focuses mostly on a small group of writers that seem to have created said renaissance with special attention paid to James Joyce.
I would have preferred the history of the independence movement and the average Irish citizen to have taken a larger role in the lectures. Instead they were occasional seasoning next to a group of writers that the professor stresses were not like the average Irishman at all. I was expecting more actual history and connections between the literature and the actual independence movement given the description. While the professor does try to connect them it doesn't work. We're given academic and disconnected analysis of pretentious writing not a real look at Irish Identity.
"Need to recommend a prerequisite"
If one was familiar with all the writings of all the Irish authors perhaps one might have understood what he was talking about. Was like being at a party where all they did was name drop. Yes I would like to learn more about my Irish roots but most of this was awful unless you know the writings of the authors he is talking about. Not a history, more a fan club. Disappointed , couldn't finish after several tries.
A wonderful blend of Irish history, literature, theater, politics and the people who lived through it all. Professor Conner is an excellent narrator and I was sorry when it came to an end! I enjoyed his Shakespeare course, too. More, Please!
"Wish I read this BEFORE visiting Ireland."
An excellent course that connects history, literature, and culture. After listening, I'm going to try James Joyce again. After learning about the social and cultural context and the life of the author I will read it this time with a fresh perspective, and hopefully be able to appreciate it.
"Wow, a wonderful journey into the Irish experience"
Not your typical great courses history lecture. Combining the artistic influences on the Irish Identity makes the history come to life. Enjoyed the ride very much.
Fascinating and comprehensive survey of Irish literature and culture. Essential listening for anyone wanting to learn about the Irish identity.
"In depth, incisive & invaluable account of Ireland's story"
I thoroughly enjoyed this audio book. It is well written & well read. The series of lectures seemed to flow naturally from the story of Ireland's earliest inhabitants to the huge influence of Seamus Heaney. The listener is guided backwards & forwards through the material in an entertaining & informative way. I highly recommend this fascinating & balanced overview of Irish Identity. I have walked, driven & exercised my way through five thousand years of my country's history in the company of a master teacher. Mo mhíle buíochas Marc c. Conner. Réamonn Ó Ciaráin - Ard Mhacha.
I really enjoyed these lectures,I think I'll delve into the world of Irish literature a lot more,was moved to tears several times throughout. long live Ireland.
"Very Informative"
This course taught me a huge amount about Irish culture, literature and history. It is well structured for a beginner in the subject and the lecturer is a very good speaker.
"a right good listen"
excellent story and very informative on the top. very easy listening with a good amount of emotion from the teller
"Intelligent and engaging"
Refreshing perspective on all things Irish. Succinct and illuminating. I liked the authors intent and delivery and could easily forgive his occasionally dodgy pronunciation. Very much enjoyed. Thanks!
"absolutely brilliant"
I was glued from start to finish. Very entertaining and informative review of Irish history and identity
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I still don't know if I am dead. It's funny isn't it? How do you not know if you're dead? I mean, nobody sees me, I am there but nobody sees me, well I think I'm there. I don't remember dying as such, but then again I didn't think I would. See, religion wasn't a hobby of mine. Sure I was Christened, I made my Communion and my Confirmation, but God? By the time I was 14 I was pretty convinced there was no God. So I didn't expect much to happen after I died, I didn't expect anything to happen. Although like I said, I don't know if I'm actually dead.
Wait, I'm sorry, but who are you? I've been chatting away and I know nothing about you. I would love to know something about you. That is if you can hear me, that is if you are listening. What's your name? Where are you from? How old are you? How young are you? Oh, this is pointless. If you are telling me, I'm sorry I can't hear you, another problem with being dead/not really being dead, I don't know if anyone is actually answering me. It's kind of like writing, I don't know how you are feeling, only how I am feeling. Which right now, is confused, and scared.
I had a family you know? Or have a family. Again, I'm not sure. A Mam, a Dad and a sister. They are amazing people, I was lucky to have them. Oh I'm sorry, I don't know if I should speak in past tense or present. I have decided I will speak in past tense. Assuming I am dead. Anyway, I was so lucky to have them. I was a freakishly good child, of course we had our arguments, but we were all best friends. I miss them. I miss hugging my little sister, she is the image of me. My little twin. I miss my Mam's smile and my Dad's hilarious laugh. I apologise, I have to take a break.


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Located in Old Town, Macdonald Holyrood Hotel is adjacent to Our Dynamic Earth and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Arthur's Seat. This 156-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like a full-service spa and an indoor pool. It's in central Edinburgh and also a short walk from Palace of Holyroodhouse and St. Giles' Cathedral.
Sit down for a leisurely bite to eat at the onsite restaurant, or enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Satisfy your hunger from the comfort of your room with 24-hour room service. Start each morning off right with full breakfast served for a fee.
All 156 air-conditioned rooms provide coffee makers, free newspapers, and safes. TVs come with cable channels, and free wired Internet keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Phones, ironing boards, and desks are also standard.
Guests of Macdonald Holyrood Hotel enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. Valet parking is available for a fee. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include WiFi in public areas, conference space, and express check-in.
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In addition to a full-service spa, Macdonald Holyrood Hotel features an indoor pool and a health club. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wired Internet access is complimentary.
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Macdonald Holyrood Hotel offers 156 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.
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Where to Eat
Acanthus - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning.
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Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a health club.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
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- Golf lessons available nearby
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The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.
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Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Check-out time is 11 AM
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- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15 per night.
- Pets allowed
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Additional policies and fees may apply when booking more than 7 rooms. For more details, please contact the office using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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After finally making it to Cannes, Bruce Dear indulges in some R&R – MIPIM style
Yesterday, a 17-hour, snow-plagued train journey to Cannes; today I deserve some fun.
I (foolishly) volunteered to start the day playing tennis with clients. When I last played. John McEnroe was World Number One (1982 for younger viewers). At that time, I had a spooky resemblance to the Superbrat and was forced to impersonate him in the school play. The role didn't really use my full range. I had to stomp around in a sweat band yelling, "You cannot be serious!" McEnroe impressions I can do, McEnroe-style tennis, sadly, not so much….
A tip: don't play a sport after a 31-year lay-off. My serve worked okay, but the rest of my game was at one-legged guinea pig level – and it got worse. But we still had a wonderful time and caught up on markets across Europe in a relaxed way.
So then to lunch at Vegaluna, a beautiful beach-front restaurant opposite the luxurious Carlton Hotel. The Carlton has two extravagant domes, reputedly reflecting the décolletage of Cannes' then most famous courtesan – La Belle Otero. Her nickname was 'Grand Horizontal'. Our hosts are a very active Scandinavian Pension Fund. They are wonderfully kind to us and even give us silk ties and scarves to thank us for our advice this year.
The sea is glittering with the southern sun and the briny Mediterranean breeze adds special zest to the chablis. How could P.G. Wodehouse call Cannes 'a loathly hole'? He can't have had the right clients.
Tonight it's drinks with an old friend, the DTZ dinner and then the Legal & General boat party.
Being a lawyer is not all grind.
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Jim Henson impacted American popular culture like few other storytellers of the 20th century. His life and legacy — from Sesame Street to The Muppets and beyond — was the topic of a recent installment of In Their Own Words, a new biography series on PBS that explores an "elite few" of the 20th century's greatest figures through original footage and deeply personal interviews. You can watch the program here.
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