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German Shepherd Dogs
German Shepherds are fierce but friendly, and have a calm confidence that may seem kind of aloof. When in need, however, a German Shepherd is instantly ready to protect, play a game or perform a task—in some cases as a guard dog, police dog, herder or seeing eye dog. With a strong work ethic and an eager intelligence, they crave challenges.
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Quick Facts
- 60 - 85 pounds
- 23 - 25 inches
Ideal Human Companions
- Energetic people
- Active families
- Disciplinarians
- A-Type Personalities
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Trademark Traits
- Handsome and well-built
- Intelligent and eager
- Loyal
- Hard-working
- Strong-willed and fearless
- Obedient and protective
- Handy
What They Are Like to Live With
Not to be left alone in the house too long, German Shepherds crave interaction and involvement. They are fiercely protective of their homes and families—sometimes known to "herd" children—and they get along with other pets. Standoffish and detached with strangers or those outside the family unit, they have been known to "over-guard" or bark protectively.
German Shepherds have great instincts and fertile minds. Lots of activity and exercise will make them happy, but tracking, obedience and agility games—or any task-oriented activity—will make them even happier. A bored or neglected German Shepherd may resort to chewing furniture, digging up flowers and other mischief.
Things You Should Know
The benefits of a German Shepherd—loyalty, protectiveness and eagerness, to name a few—come from careful obedience training and authority. Everyone in the household must be prepared to show "authority" and earn the dog's respect with a firm but loving touch. They do not respond to negativity or anger. Once achieved, this respect may need to be earned again and again.
Shepherds don't need to be bathed very often, but they tend to shed in great quantities. Brush them daily, outside if possible. Like any large dog, they can handle apartment living quite well but need daily walks and, if possible, vigorous exercise to stay sharp.
Some common health problems include hip and elbow dysplasia, skin allergies and pancreas deficiencies, They normally live up to 12 years.
German Shepherd History
The German Shepherd is a relatively new breed, almost entirely developed in the 20th century. Attempting to create a standard herding dog for his country, German breeder Capt. Max von Stephanitz invented the Deutsche Schäferhunde in 1899 from a mix of early shepherd dogs having various coat lengths, textures, body types and colors. Stephanitz's aim was to develop a standard sheep-herding dog with the solid intelligence and work ethic to assist farm workers and laborers as well as police and soldiers. Standardized in Germany in 1901, the German Shepherd came to America in 1907 and flourished with the help of organizations like the German Shepherd Dog Club of America.
The Look of a German Shepherd
German Shepherds have a noble, proportioned and commanding look. A typical German Shepherd's body—slightly longer than tall—is sturdy but lean. It has a slightly convex forehead, long muzzle, pointed ears and almond-shaped eyes that are set (as opposed to protruding) with an amiable expression. The neck slopes down to muscular shoulders and legs. The back legs are solid and the tail bushy. Normally black and tan, sable or just black, they also come in blue and white. They come in three versions: shorthaired (sometimes called rough-coated), medium-haired and longhaired.
Talk About German Shepherds
Regal, stunning and loyal
Want a self esteem booster? Walk a 100 lb white German Shepherd and everyone looks on in awe. Most people are unaware there is a white Shepherd. Regal, stunning, loyal and sometimes goofy, a wonderful pet.
~Diane, owner of a German Shepherd
Beautiful and willing to please
I own a 12-year-old German Shepherd and I love the breed because of their loyalty and willingness to please. They are also beautiful. GSDs, in my experience, can be one- or two-person dogs. They can be aloof with strangers, though not to point of being unfriendly as they can warm up quickly. They are excellent watchdogs, and are willing to do anything to protect their owners. (Though my GSD has tried to hide behind me when at the vet's office, haha.)
A good watchdog doesn't hate people, but will keep an eye on people. However, if raised with the wrong inhibitions, GSDs, just as any breed, can be aggressive. GSDs can be quite energetic and love to play and spend time with their owners. Though some can be laid-back, too.
If you're interested in the breed, be warned: the GSD's double coat needs to be brushed at least once a week, especially when shedding. And believe me, GSDs shed a lot! Mine actually sheds pretty much year-round, but that's probably due to the area I live in, which doesn't have much of a winter.
~Tiffany C., owner of a German Shepherd
Dogs that truly understand you
The breed that I love and will always have as part of my family is the German Shepherd. For me, the eyes say it all. When you look into the eyes of a German Shepherd, you are looking at a peer, a comrade, someone who understands you at your very core. They know who you are capable of being, and they understand when you are not at your best, and they forgive you for it.
Living with a German Shepherd is like living with your best fan, a nanny and someone who would dive into the line of fire for you without a moment's hesitation. The sun rises and sets on you. The rest of the family will be heading to the park or playing at the neighbor's or trying to coax your GSD for a walk, and they will be there, at the doorstep, looking and waiting for you. Their world is not complete without you, and so they watch and they wait until they see you, too, are coming. Living with a GSD is like living with your living, breathing shadow. And a shadow whose only goal is to please you, to serve you and to live in YOUR shadow.
If you think the GSD is the breed for you, you need to ask yourself one question: Am I worthy? The GSD needs you to commit yourself to being worthy of their adoration and intelligence. They are willing to do anything for you, if you can help them understand what that is. The fault, if they cannot do what you want them to do, is not theirs. The fault is your inability to communicate clearly what you want. They can be trained with praise alone - your happiness is enough for them (but bacon is always welcome...). Harshness and physical punishment are not the way for this breed. And they really do not like to be left alone for long periods of time. They are far too intelligent to be left to their own devices - every GSD I have owned has been a master at opening anything and everything from freezer doors to tupperware, double-hinged gates to door knobs. And those toys you pay a fortune for called "indestructible"? Gone in 20 minutes, easy peasy.
The GSD is, for me, the King of dogs. But they deserve to be treated with the utmost respect and commitment.
~Lisa, owner of a German Shepherd
Great indoors, but need exercise and training
My five-year-old female German Shepherd was rescued from the pound. She is very sweet and affectionate and likes to put her head on my lap. She is too serious but is learning how to play with other dogs at park. She tried to herd a small dog that looks like a lamb but now leaves her alone.
Jacquie is great indoors, mostly a big couch potato. She seems to be empathetic towards humans in distress. When a character in my son's video game was gasping for breath she approached the TV screen and cocked her head to one side.
I would recommend German Shepherds to people who are willing to give them exercise, training and affection. They are very social and like companionship.
~Mary M., owner of a German Shepherd
Our pride and joy
We have had Labs for 25 years and finally I changed breeds to bring home a GSD that I have desired since childhood. I am able to spend a lot of time with my dogs so I have not had any problems with destruction in our home.
He is way more vocal than I had anticipated, but we are working through that. He is smart and I find that the more I talk to him and use the same words the more he understands what I want. Finnegan is 5 months old and last week went to his first obedience fun match. He did wonderfully but I have spent a lot of time socializing him in public places. I could still tell that without all the time that I put in he would have been really intimidated by the dogs and the noise.
I try to brush him with a Furmanator about every other day. He hasn't started any shedding yet, but I want him to be used to regular grooming because a relatively clean house is important in our family. I love living with Finnegan and if I can't take him with me during the day I look so forward to getting home to him. He is smart and active and not a push-over type dog but he is perfect for us.
~Kimberly B., owner of a German Shepherdg
Give them exercise and love
I got my German Shepherd when I was in my early twenties, I was single and he was my best friend. I had just moved from small town to a big city and when I walked him, people took notice. My guy was friendly, but always looked after me. He was protective, but never aggressive.
You have to be willing to deal with the dog hair. Mine shed everywhere, but it was well worth it. My GS guy ended up with arthritis and had to be put down at 14 years. I've been without him for about 4 years. I now have 2-year-old twin girls and my husband and I are eager to get another dog when they're a bit older. It will most likely be the German Shepherd.
I think the hardest thing for me was the fact that this dog was so proud...when he was getting towards the end of his life, he didn't want my help. I used to think I'd probably not get a big dog again because watching him try to walk up the steps was too much to take. I always wished he was smaller than so I cold pick him up and take him where ever he wanted to go. Writing this now, I still have tears in my eyes. I would recommend this dog to anyone who's willing to give this breed a lot of exercise and love.
~Shelby K., owner of a German Shepherd
Not easy to raise but absolutely worth it
The only breed of dog I was interested in getting was a German Shepherd Dog. I looked at several litters before I found my girl. The parents were both on the premises and had perfect temperaments - they barked at strangers (us) when we arrived but once their humans said it was all right they were willing to be friends. The dogs were not kept in kennel runs. There were four adult dogs, the litter of puppies and three children under the age of thirteen in and out of the house. The house was clean, not immaculate but swept and tidy and there were puppies sleeping under the furniture everywhere. The litter was very uniform without much difference between the pups.
I chose a female as I do not want to breed and I think spayed females make the best pets. We took her home the day she turned 7 weeks. I waited to get a puppy until I retired because I wanted to raise her the absolute best way I could. From my experience I can confidently say that if she had been left alone for long periods as a puppy she would chew everything she could get her teeth on to absolute shreds. I would be sitting on the sofa and she would come sit on my foot lay her head on the sofa, roll her eyes to look adoringly up at me and take the corner of the sofa cushion in her mouth! Since I was there I could stop her, but I know what would have happened if no one was at home! She also chewed my hands for months. She has an incredibly soft mouth and never drew blood, but it took a lot of constant work to break this habit. She licked my fingers for the first time (without food on them) when she was not quite four months old.
She has an incredibly high energy level so I taught her to trot beside my bicycle. At first she just wore a harness attached to the seat post through the rack and we both walked. Once she was used to that I got on and rode slowly along very quiet streets. She likes it now and will crank off three or four miles without hesitation. I have been in the yard with her and when she saw me looking at her she touched the bicycle with her nose and looked at me hopefully.
We tried several activities together before I discovered that what she really, truly loves to do is herd sheep. She is quite well-behaved and tractable at home, but once she saw the sheep it was like she had gone completely insane and forgotten all her training. She is making good progress and may be ready for a trial soon.
She is an absolute delight to live with. Since the breeder kept the puppies clean, housebreaking was a snap. She wet inside three times and never once soiled in the house, ever. When we eat, she lies on her bed. When I sit on the sofa, she lies on my feet. I am sure she knows my feet are cold and need to be warmed. As a puppy she slept in her crate by my side of the bed so that I could let her out when she fussed. Now that she is a big dog, she sleeps on the floor by the bed. When she wants to go out, she wakes up my husband! She gets up with him when he goes to work, and after she goes out, she returns to the bedroom and goes back to sleep until I get up.
One morning he was not paying sufficient attention to the needs of the dog so she picked up the remote for the TV and dropped it by the kitchen door. She sat there waiting for him to come let her out. the remote was not harmed in any way.
Another day my son was home alone (he is in his 20's) and she ran in looking for him. He could see she was carrying something in her mouth and carefully took it from her. It was a sparrow, a little disheveled but unharmed. He walked outside and opened his hands and it flew away.
She stays with a friend when we have to go out of town, and he loves to have her. She has good house manners and is always ready for a game.
This puppy has grown to be the perfect dog for me. I can take her anywhere a dog is allowed to go. She is so intelligent, gentle and funny that I cannot imagine living without her, or one of her kind, underfoot. These are not easy dogs to raise but the effort is absolutely worth it.
~Gail M., owner of a German Shepherd Dog
A companion dog who will be your best friend
My best friend ever, my partner in all of life's ups and downs, my unfailing companion, my protector intelligent and strong, my German Shepherd! Gretta knows what I'm thinking as soon as I do and we are as one. Gretta is my companion dog and sleeps with me, eats at the same time with me, loves to work outside with me, and protects me.
I am her best buddy as well. I provide a safe home with acreage fenced in with a six-foot fence, a pet door, and a house built on a slab so that there will be no steps to have to navigate as we all get older.
The German Shepherd is not for everybody. When you get a Shepherd, you are getting a new family member. These dogs are partners in life and are not inclined to be left alone or confined totally outside. It's important that they be allowed in the house as a part of the household and be included in family activities.
They can also be very protective of their family and their home. The degree of protectiveness can vary. My first Shepherd, whose mother was a German import, was pure defense and wouldn't allow anyone to handle her except for her immediate family. They can also challenge you for the alpha position.
I got my first Shepherd in 1989 and I've not been without these wonderful dogs since. A German Shepherd is a great dog for the right person.
~Viv E., owner of a German Shepherd
A natural, loving guardian
My experience with every German Shepherd I owned was a loving, loyal, and very smart dog that was also very protective of me, the family, and property. Sasha is loving and sweet, gentle with children, yet if I am not home, she will not allow anyone in the house -- and she was never trained, that is natural!
Go for a straight-backed working line and stay away from the sloped-back, show line versions.The showline versions are not as functional and are more prone to hip problems because of the angular back. My last German shepherd, Tank, was a working line, and his hips were excellent until he turned 11 -- it was cancer that did him in.
German shepherds are natural guard dogs. They can be okay with other dogs, but only if socialized. Otherwise, their natural instinct of guarding against threats to their "flock" may have them perceive another dog as a threat. Their bite is a lot stronger than Pitbulls' and can do a lot of damage, so always maintain full control of your dog.
They have a loving, gentle, and loyal side that is unmatched and are ranked the third most intelligent breed in the world! They are excellent with children and will do anything to please their owners.
~Chris C, owner of a German Shepherd
A dog to protect me on camping trips
My family had many dogs growing up, but now that I am out on my own I decided that I needed a dog that would protect me on hikes and camping trips and that would be by my side always. I just bought my first German Shepherd puppy, River, and I cannot believe how intelligent she is. She is smart, and friendly with everyone that she meets.
I work full time, but am lucky enough to have a job that allows me to bring her to work with me. She is so well behaved it blows my mind, and she is not even 9 weeks yet! I took her on her first walk on a leash today by the river and she was absolutely wonderful.
She is a little stinker and likes to see what she can get away with for sure, but has been learning so fast. I can't wait until she is old enough to take on long hiking trails!
~Burgoyne, A, owner of a German Shepherd
My love affair with this breed
I have owned, bred, and shown GSDs for close to 30 years now, and there is no other breed that is so intelligent, loyal, and near to perfect. My dogs have all been family members, rather than "just the dog." They have protected us from harm, guarded our property, babysat the children and grandchildren, shared amazing holidays with us, worked as therapy dogs, excelled as show dogs, worked herding cattle, enriched our lives with their eternal love and devotion. Their progeny have brought joy and pleasure to so many other homes.
German Shepherds are the most noble breed, and don't suffer fools easily. The sky is the limit as to what you can teach them to do, most of the time only having to show them once what exactly it is you want them to do. Easily bored, you have to keep them occupied and challenge them regularly to do new things. Remember that they prefer to be team players rather than solo acts.
~Candyce., owner of German Shepherds


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Celebrate the Boxing Day aboard Birchgrove boat in Sydney Harbour with large sunroof and wide open cockpit doors.
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Birchgrove is a 50' sports super yacht. You will find the bright upper deck with the large sunroof and wide open cockpit doors making your Sydney Harbour trip perfect. Hand crafted galley and saloon with comfortable seats and has made this a perfect tour vessel.
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$900 per hour
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50% deposit required to confirm booking
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• Length Overall - 15.24 metres (50ft)
• 4 Guests live aboard
• 3 double sleeping Cabins
• 12 Guests day charter
• Large electric sunroof
• Beautifully equipped, hand-crafted galley
• Welcoming saloon with deep comfortable seats
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Birchgrove Platter Menu
Cheese Platter
$110 – Up to 4 guests
$150 – Up to 6 guests
$290 – Up to 12 guests
$390 – Up to 18 guests
A stroll through Tasmania's cheese producers which can include cheeses from Bruny Island, Saltwater River Cheese Factory, Wicked Cheese, Ashgrove, Elgaar Farm and of course King Island Dairy. All platters are accompanied with crisp lavash bread, dried fruits, dates and South Cape Tasmanian quince paste.
Vegetarian Antipasto Platter
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$110 – Up to 6 guests
$200 – Up to 12 guests
$300 – Up to 18 guests
Grilled seasonal vegetables, Stuffed mini peppers, sundried tomatoes, mini bocconcini, artichokes, kalamata olives, grilled button mushrooms, carrots, zucchini, gherkins, pesto dip, bruschetta served with a rocket, apple and shaved parmesan salad.
Traditional Antipasto Platter
$80 – Up to 4 guests
$140 – Up to 6 guests
$230 – Up to 12 guests
$340 – Up to 18 guests
Grilled seasonal vegetables, stuffed mini peppers, sundried tomatoes, mini bocconcini, artichokes, kalamata olives, grilled button mushrooms, carrots, zucchini, gherkins served with a rocket, apple and shaved Parmesan salad, shaved leg ham, Italian prosciutto, mild salami and mortadella.
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$410 – Up to 6 guests
$820 – Up to 12 guests
$1250 – Up to 18 guests
S.A coffin bay oysters served natural and with wakame, tuna and flying fish roe. Tasmanian smoked salmon; teriyaki grilled Atlantic salmon, Tasmanian King scallops with mango, Spanish onion, tomato and coriander salsa. Poached King prawns, blue swimmer crabs, W.A scampi grilled with lemon, parsley and garlic butter. Served with cocktail sauce, tartare sauce and lemon.
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Seedless watermelon, rockmelon, honeydew, pineapple, strawberries, paw paw, blueberries, raspberries, passionfruit, Kensington mangoes, figs and grapes (fruit may change due to seasonal availability)
Safety and Equipment
Is the boat safe and in good condition?
Yes, the vessel is currently in survey with the NSW Roads and Maritime, which requires comprehensive safety equipment standards and regular safety checks. A safety briefing is given to the charter passengers before embarkation and safety gear will be provided if required. All vessels in our fleet are selected for safety, comfort, quality and cleanliness. We are proud to keep them this way.
What is the maximum capacity of the boat?
12 passengers and 1 skipper is the maximum surveyed number allowed on this vessel.
Please note - An infant, regardless of age is considered a passenger.
Is the boat suitable for children?
Yes, the vessel has safety rails all the way around the boat and children's lifejackets are available on request. Children must be under adult supervision at all times.
Is there sun and wind protection on the boat?
Birchgrove's spacious indoor areas provide ample shade from the sun and wind.
What toilet facilities are on board?
Birchgrove is equipped with 3 modern, spacious marine toilets with easy access for charter.
Catered Food and Beverage Options
Can we organize a meal on board?
Yes, we have an excellent menu from local caterers that will suit your budget and taste.
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Are we allowed to bring our own food and drinks?
Yes, we suggest that you bring boat friendly food that requires minimum preparation i.e. platter-style cold foods.
Is there a BBQ on board?
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Can we have music on board?
Yes, the vessel is equipped with a sound system which is iPod and mp3 compatible. Please ensure your mp3 player is fully charged. Birchgrove is equipped with both indoor and outdoor speakers.
Where can we go during our charter?
Your skipper can take you most places within Sydney Harbour, providing it is within the surveyed boundaries. Should your guests wish to go to a specific location within Sydney Harbour please let us know at time of briefing.
Can we extend our charter time during the charter?
Yes, although this is subject to availability and up to the skippers discretion. Please note payment will charged to the authorised bond post charter.
Booking and Payment
How do I secure my booking?
A minimum 50% deposit is required to confirm booking, with the balance payable 14 days prior to commencement of the charter. Upon payment of your deposit, a Skippered Charter Contract will be faxed or emailed to you, confirming details relevant to your charter, which must be signed and returned. Payment can be made by MasterCard, Visa, EFTPOS, Electronic Funds Transfer or Cash. Diners Card, Bankcard and Cheques are not accepted.
Is there any paperwork to complete before we go on our Charter?
Yes, we require your signed contract and authorised bond form prior to your charter.
If I cancel the charter, can I get a refund?
See General Booking Information button below for details.
Wet Weather
What happens in the event of rain?
Birchgrove provides excellent protection from the rain because of its covered coach house area.
We cannot offer a 'Blue Sky Guarantee'. If boating conditions are unsafe, as determined by the management of Sydney Harbour Escapes, we will offer a six month voucher where you can reschedule your charter based on availability.
Preparations and Arrival
What do you advise we bring along for our charter?
As conditions can vary on the water, it is suggested that you bring along a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, swimmers, and seasonal jumper or jacket. Please wear white-soled shoes or non-marking boating shoes. Strictly no black soled shoes or stiletto-heeled shoes, as this will damage the decking.
Does our party need to get there before the set time of the charter?
All your party should be at the designated pick up point at least 15 minutes prior to your charter time to allow loading of passengers and gear and to enable enough time for the skipper's safety briefing.
Please note - your charter will start and finish at the times on your contract.
Can one of our guests be picked up late and dropped off early from another wharf?
Multiple pick up and drop off points are not recommended as this will shorten your charter time significantly. We suggest that guests wishing to join the charter late or leave early should arrange alternative transportation via water taxi at their own cost. Please ask one of the Sydney Harbour Escapes team members for a Water Taxi contact.
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Teck chief executive Don Lindsay said on Thursday his company had "moved on" from plans to buy a producing iron ore asset because it had been unable to do so at an appropriate price following discussions with a number of players.
His comments followed speculation last month that the Canadian group had held talks with Fortescue about the possibility of buying a minority stake in the Chichester assets in the Pilbara, which could have led to a deal worth more than $US2 billion ($1.93 billion).
"We have spent a lot of time looking at iron ore but we haven't found an entry point," Mr Lindsay told analysts after the release of Teck's third-quarter earnings report. "We've had detailed discussions with a number of players but it is pretty clear their expectations for price are very rich so we have made the decision to move on."
There has been speculation about a deal between Teck and Fortescue since the Canadian miner bought a 2.94 per cent stake in the Australian miner last year, believed to be held through Quinambo Nominees. Fortescue's website says Teck still held the stake as of October 15.
Teck was "not looking at iron ore at this stage", Mr Lindsay emphasised to analysts.
"Fundamentally we think it would be a good fit, but we are not spending any more time on it," he said.
His comments could spark speculation that Teck will look to sell its stake in Fortescue.
However, if it were to sell at this point, it would be doing so at a loss. The exact price Teck paid for its Fortescue shares is unknown, but during its period of buying the average price of shares in the Australian miner was $4.69.
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Toril Bækmark is Copenhagen-based illustrator and artist. Toril graduated from the Danish School of Art and Design in 1996. Ever since, Toril Bækmark has been practicing her passion, illustrating. Her customers come from all over the world. This year her illustrations were elected for American Illustration 34. To keep focus on expression, and simplicity Toril usually work within black and white, preferably in watercolor. Toril Bækmark designed for the second year in a row, a Calendar 12 FLOWERS. A beautiful calendar filled with watercolors and characteristic black ink drawings.


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Author | Priyanka Nair | Thursday, Jan 24,2013 6:51 PM
Disney UTV's youth general entertainment channel UTV Bindass is bringing back its flagship property Emotional Atyachar after a gap of two years.
The channel has tweaked the format of the show as the fourth season makes its debut on January 26. Instead of conducting the famous loyalty test on their partners, the participants will now narrate their experiences in relationship crises. As a part of the marketing push, the channel had launched an extensive 10-day outdoor and 15-day cinema advertising campaign.
Nikhil Gandhi, Executive Director, Youth Channels Media Networks, Disney UTV said, "Our strategy was to get everyone curious about that fact that Emotional Atyachar is coming back with season 4."
The campaign is currently active in markets such as Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Indore, Lucknow and Pune. It used a wide range of vehicles such as billboards, kiosks and gantries.
The outdoor campaign was executed by Alakh and the cinema advertising was rolled out by Orienta. The promotional OOH campaign is also supported by print and radio.
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CodeOrgan Turns Websites Into Music
Posted By Ben Goulding, 22 February, 2010 | permalink
CodeOrgan is a very clever website that allows you to turn any website into music. You simply type the URL of any site you want and using a very complicated algorithm, CodeOrgan turns it to music. It's a very cool website, although not totally accurate, as it didn't play 'I'm Too Sexy' when I typed in pigjockey.com. Oh, well.
Anyway, here's some more details on how it works:
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During 2011, the Senate confirmed 62 of President Obama's judicial nominees—nine for appellate seats and 53 for district courts. That takes Obama's three-year total to 124—two Supreme Court justices, 25 appellate judges, and 97 district judges.
Obama's numbers might reasonably be compared to (1) President George W. Bush's first three years, and (2) the first three years of Bush's second term, which, like Obama's three years, included two time-consuming Supreme Court confirmations.
To begin with the latter first: Obama's total of 124 is substantially above Bush's second-term three-year total of only 93—two Supreme Court justices, 22 appellate judges, and 69 district judges. Obama's advantage here is all the more striking as he was starting afresh in 2009, whereas Bush in 2005 already had the nominations process in midstream.
As for the former comparison: Obama's aggregate total of 124 is substantially below Bush's first-term three-year total of 168. The difference of 44 is almost entirely attributable to district-court seats—Bush appointed 138 district judges in that three-year period, 41 more than Obama. And much of the difference on district judges reflects the fact that Obama has been much slower to nominate: Obama made 29 fewer district-court nominations in three years than Bush did. (As of now, Obama has only 45 nominees for 100 vacancies, both district-court and appellate.*)
A few other comparisons of note for those first-term periods:
– According to data that the Brookings Institution's Russell Wheeler provided me by e-mail, Obama's confirmation rate for appellate nominees was 81%, markedly higher than Bush's 66%. (These numbers from Wheeler exclude nominations made after July of the third year, in order to build in a reasonable lag time for confirmation.)
– Conversely, for district judges (again, according to Wheeler's data), Obama's 82% confirmation rate was markedly below Bush's 95%.
– In 2003, Senate Democrats defeated 19 cloture petitions on nine of Bush's appellate nominees. In total, there were more than 800 Democratic votes against cloture. In 2011, Senate Republicans defeated two cloture petitions, one (with Democrat Ben Nelson joining them) on the nomination of Goodwin Liu, one on the nomination of Caitlin Halligan. The total number of Republican votes against cloture was 87. (No cloture petitions were defeated in 2001-2002 or 2009-2010.)
* The initial version of this sentence stated that Obama has only 37 nominees "pending." My thanks to the reader who kindly pointed out to me that eight of Obama's most controversial nominations were recently returned by the Senate. I'll also highlight that the total of 100 vacancies includes 19 so-called "future vacancies"—instances in which sitting judges have stated their intention to retire as of a date certain (often the date on which they will become pension-eligible). Nominations can be (and in at least two pending instances have been) made for those "future vacancies." A finer judgment whether Obama has been slow in making a nomination for a particular future vacancy would turn in part on how long the White House has known of the vacancy (information that I don't have at my fingertips).


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Down to the Wire: The COP18 UN Climate Conference Is On!
TreeHugger rounds up the best reporting, commentary, and social media reaction to this year's version of the annual UN climate talks.
Is Earth Screwed? Scientist Says Yes, and He's Not Even Talking About the Outcome of COP18
We now have scientific data proving something that many TreeHugger readers, climate change politics watchers, biodiversity wonks, anti-deforestation activists, consumer culture critics already probably know, or at least fear, deep down in their hearts.
IEA Head Calls for End to Fossil Fuel Subsidies
Doing so will get us halfway to preventing dangerous climate change... if there's still time to do so.
Should the Former OPEC President Really Head a UN Climate Summit?
Compared to having Denmark's climate and energy minister head COP15, having the Deputy Prime Minister of Qatar at the helm seems a cruel joke.


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Welcome to the first in the series of indepth courses on the life of the greatest man that ever lived. Join us as we relive the moments of his life in Makkah from before prophethood to after it and share, with our beloved Prophet (sullallahu alayhi wa-sallam), his times of joy and sorrow.
"Verily, there has come unto you a Messenger from amongst yourselves. It grieves him that you should receive any difficulty. He is anxious over you, for the believers full of compassion, kindness, and mercy." (Surat al-Tawbah, 9:128)
Anas rudi allahu anhu used to say: "Wa'llahi, I see the Prophet in my dreams every night.... Except the odd nights." Then he would fall down crying begging Allah to allow him to see his beloved even on the odd nights.
1. The Sources of the Seerah
2. Political & Religious Status
3. Pre-Prophethood
4. Prophethood
- Types of inspiration
- Stages of Dawah
5. Open Preaching
- Response of the Quraysh
6. Emigration to Abyssinia
7. The Year of Sorrow & al-Taif
8. The Night Journey
- Delegation
9. Hijrah
10. Orientalist Interpretations
Sheikh Alaa was born in Cairo and lived in Egypt until he was 15 years old. During his youth, he spent his time as the goalie for the Junior National Team and moved to Toronto, Canada in the late 1970's.
Sheikh Alaa worked as Vice-President of Business Development for an international company and during this time he competed and was placed first in the 1992 Bermuda Triathlon. He also trained in conflict resolution, crisis management, six sigma, communication skills, advance train the trainer, and inclusion training. He teaches Home Sweet Home and Parenting Matters courses for AlKauthar Institute around the world.
Sheikh Alaa studied for his Bachelors in Shariah from the American International University and earned a scholarship from the Shari'ah Academy/Mishkah University in Florida. Sheikh Alaa has also received his ijazah of Quran recitation for Hafs an Asim and studied comparative religion for five years through the IPCI in South Africa. He was on the board of directors of the World Assembly of Muslim Youth.
Sheikh Alaa currently lives in GTA (Greater Toronto Area) with his wife and three children. He is a member of the Canadian Council of Imams as well as a member of Horizon Interfaith Communication Media Council. Prior to this, he was an Imam for the Muslim Council of Calgary and acted as its media spokesperson. He has hosted Vision of Islam, a weekly television show which runs throughout Alberta, Canada. He has also appeared as a speaker on Islam on various television channels, including Peace TV.
Sheikh Alaa was a member of the Calgary Multi-Faith Committee and a member of the Muslim Christian Dialogue Committee. Sheikh Alaa received the Alberta Centennial award by the Alberta Government in 2005, granted to him for his outstanding service to the Alberta community and he also received recognition from the city of Mississauga and the Members of Council for his Leadership role in 2015.
Currently Sheikh Alaa is the Director of Religious Affairs for the Islamic Centre of Canada-ISNA. Prior to that, he was the Executive Director for the Canadian Islamic Congress. Sheikh Alaa is a favourite tutor with AlKauthar Institute and Director of Public Relations for Mercy Mission World.


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The PlayStation Vita is an impressive piece of hardware. Featuring an OLED screen, dual analog sticks, cameras, touchscreens, and tons of graphical power, it is clear that the device is packing serious tech into the palm of gamers' hands. And with a $249.99 starting price point, the Vita is taking a clear shot at the similarly priced Nintendo 3DS. Make no mistake about it, the handheld console war is back on.
All the tech in the world, however, won't win gamers over if the device doesn't feel good and bring the right gaming experiences along with it. The Sony PSP sure had a lot of tech under its hood back when it launched, but the lack of a second analog stick became an issue almost immediately. The same can be said about Nintendo's 3DS. Its glassesless display is certainly advancing the tech side of things, but the system's lackluster launch titles, along with awkward controls on some games, might keep the 3DS from being the hit the original DS was. Playing a game like Kid Icarus Uprising for an extended period of time is simply not comfortable on the device, and nearly impossible for left-handed gamers.
Thankfully, the PlayStation Vita corrects almost all of the problems of the PSP and a feels great in your hands. The device is larger than a PSP for sure and will be a tight fight — if it fits at all — in gamers' pockets, but it is extremely light and the sticks and buttons are positioned in a way that should keep gamers' hands from cramping. In fact, the only inputs on the device that felt initially awkward were the front and rear touchscreens, with the rear touchscreen proving the most problematic.
In contrast to the smooth touchscreens found on Apple's iPod Touch, iPhone, and iPad, Vita's front touchscreen felt just a bit textured. While this did not make the screen any less responsive, it did feel noticeably different, and gamers will likely need a little bit of time to adjust — for instance, I had to use just a little more pressure to slide my finger around the screen.
Apple products dominate the touchscreen landscape, and people generally love how iOS devices feel and work, so it is a little odd that Sony did not try to replicate those screens a bit more closely. It was also a little odd to reach over the controls — the analog stick, buttons, etc — to use the touchscreen. On an iPhone, for example, your fingers are right there on or very near the touch screen. When holding the Vita with your thumbs on the analog stick or face buttons, it takes a little getting used to before it becomes clear which finger(s) you want to use on the front touchscreen. And depending on the game, that finger(s) might change.
I found myself holding the device entirely in my left hand and using my index finger when manipulating the world in LittleBigPlanet, but reaching my thumb over to use the touch controls when playing Virtua Tennis 4 on Vita. This issue will likely go away as gamers get more and more comfortable with the system, but it jumped out during our 30 minutes with the device.
The rear touchscreen, though, presented many of those issues and more. While some games, like LittleBigPlanet, gave gamers an on-screen indication of where their fingers were on the back touchscreen, others, like Little Deviants, did not. While the on-screen indication certainly helped, it did not necessarily make things simple. Part of the complication in navigating with the rear touchscreen is that this is the first time people have had to use this new skill set. The issue of which finger(s) to use is also present. I found myself alternating between my index fingers and middle fingers.
A mini-game in Little Deviants illustrated the rear touchscreen difficulties the most, though. The game was a simple version of Whack-a-Mole: doors opened, and Little Deviants would be facing either forwards or backwards. If they were facing forward, the player had to touch the them using the front touchscreen, if they were facing backwards, the rear touchscreen. Not only did this mini-game highlight the difficulty in knowing exactly where your fingers were on the back touchscreen, but it also brought the issues of which finger(s) to use and how to hold the device to light more than ever before. Holding the Vita like a PSP and reaching across the screen with your thumbs made touching the Little Deviants that popped up in the center of the screen difficult, while holding the device in one hand and using an index finger made switching positions to use the back touchscreen harder than it should have been.
It is likely these issues will all but go away as gamers get more hands-on time with the system and become more comfortable with it, but they are issues gamers should be aware of. While I do not have small hands by any means, perhaps a gamer with larger hands will not have any of these issues at all.
Still, it never hurts to include more control inputs. The front and rear touchscreens should not be seen as a problem for the device, as developers do not need to use them at all. Sure, a lot of the demos Sony is currently showing on the Vita highlight touch and gyroscope features, but there is no reason why a developer needs to use these inputs if they don't like them. While the device does not have R2 and L2 shoulder buttons, the front and rear touchscreen could easily replicate those functions and with that, the Vita can finally bring a true console experience to the palm of gamers' hands.
The analog sticks felt good — they are actual analog sticks, unlike on the PSP, 3DS, or even Wii U controller — and the buttons felt great. It might take a 2D fighter like Street Fighter x Tekken to really put the d-pad through its paces, but the PSP and Dual Shock d-pads have certainly be serviceable in this regard, and there seems to be no reason why the Vita won't continue that trend.
Finally, Vita's most obvious selling point — its five inch OLED screen — really needs to be seen to be believed, but you can trust us when we say the device feels great in your hands. Hopefully the games will deliver on the tech and promise of the system.
Are you excited about the PlayStation Vita? Do you think it will be a bigger hit than the PSP was? What game or feature do you like the most/least about the device? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.


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Teen Suspended for Bringing Purse to Class, Vows to Keep Carrying It [VIDEO, POLL]
Lots of teenagers want to look trendy when they go to school, but that decision got one Kansas boy booted from campus.
Lots of teenagers want to look trendy when they go to school, but that decision got one Kansas boy booted from campus.
We all know school violence is a big issue, but who knew stopping it would be cause for controversy?
Sure, kids can be a handful sometimes, but a second grade teacher in Colorado may have taken things too far when she allegedly taped the mouths of 28 students shut because they were being noisy.
Everything is bigger in Texas. Everything is also heavier.
The issue over guns in our schools has taken on a very strange twist in one Maryland school.
It's usually pretty easy to discreetly catch a few Z's during a college lecture. However, this kid was caught in the act thanks to his ferocious snoring and sudden upwards leap. Sitting in the front row certainly didn't help!
For recent college graduates, the economic downturn and very, very slow recovery of the past few years have been brutal. But things may be looking up.
According to the Job Outlook 2013 survey, employers are on track to hire 13 percent more graduates from the class of 2013 than they did for those who walked away with their degrees in 2012.
We have been following the Chardon High School shooting and bringing you updates. As of yesterday we have found out that three of the five victims have died, and only one has been released from the hospital. The FBI and the local law enforcement have been working the case and even had a suspect in custody.
It's a grim morning for this suburb in Cleveland, Ohio, a high school shooting has made national headlines. As of right now we are getting several reports, such as four students injured, and one killed...
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The World Bank Group's New Country Engagement Model
Date: Tuesday, April 8th, 2014
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET (14:30 – 16:00 GMT or convert time)
Location: Online
This event has concluded, view the replay below.
Starting July 1, 2014, the World Bank Group will adopt a new approach to our partnerships and programs in developing countries when the new Country Partnership Framework replaces the current Country Assistance (Partnership) Strategy (CAS/CPS). Join our webcast as experts describe how the new framework will enhance the Bank Group's efforts to reduce extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity in developing countries. Among the improvements:
- Being more evidence based. Each new country program will be preceded by a Systematic Country Diagnostic study using data and analytic methods to help identify the most critical constraints to reducing poverty.
- Working more closely as a World Bank Group. Country programs will be developed jointly with World Bank, IFC, and MIGA to sharpen our focus on helping countries achieve their highest priorities.
- Sharpening our priorities. The new framework will reflect the World Bank Group's comparative advantage and be aligned with the goals of reducing extreme poverty and increasing shared prosperity in a sustainable manner.
The new process will consist of four steps: the Systematic Country Diagnostic (SCD), to inform the dialogue; the Country Partnership Framework to outline the 4-6-year program; a mid-cycle Performance and Learning Review to assess progress and make adjustments as needed; and, a Completion and Learning Review to more systematically capture lessons and identify areas for further work.
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Insane Clown Posse are none too pleased about the cancellation of their forthcoming Halloween show, TMZ reports. Although the controversial rap group was ready and willing to kick off their "Hallowicked" show in Detroit, the venue suddenly decided to kick the proposed concert to the curb. Naturally, ICP and their loyal fans aren't exactly thrilled with the decision.
The concert that was scheduled at the Royal Oak Music Theater was canceled due to the "type of crowd" Insane Clown Posse tends to bring in. Juggalos, a group that was recently singled out by the FBI as a potentially dangerous street gang, is reportedly the reason the venue has decided not to pass on the Halloween show. Not surprisingly, ICP isn't happy about the decision.
An ICP representative explained to TMZ that the concert was nearly sold out when the Royal Oaks Music Theater unceremoniously pulled the plug on the gig. Although the local police stated that they never forced the venue to cancel the how, they did ask the owners to strongly reconsider hosting "Hallowicked" due to the problems the group's fans might cause.
Insane Clown Posse might be down for a moment, but they're certainly not out for the count. Instead of battling the Royal Oaks over the cancellation, the rap duo has moved their concert to the The Fillmore theater in Detroit instead.
This isn't the first time ICP has locked horns with authorities. Not too long ago, the Federal Bureau of Investigation declared that the group's fans are nothing more than a gang formed on the streets, a fact that did not settle well with the rappers. As a result, they sued the FBI for classifying their fans as a potential threat.
"You're trying to grow love in your country and s—," ICP rapper Shaggy 2 Dope told the Village Voice. "Then the head of your country — the FBI — just turns around and f—ing kicks you in the nuts. How are you supposed to respond to that?"
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Tim Tebow visits boy: Tebow Visits Boy With Cancer
Published: November 29, 2015
Tim Tebow visits boy: Tebow Visits Boy With Cancer, Football star Tim Tebow visits Nathaniel Nelson at the Wolfson Children's Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. Football star and philanthropist Tim Tebow always strive to make a difference in people's lives, and this is exactly what he did to 13-year-old Nathaniel Nelson, a young boy who is battling cancer in Jacksonville, Florida.
Nathaniel's whole world turned upside down when he was diagnosed with a rare form of leukaemia back in August. Since September, he and his family have stayed at the Wolfson Children's Hospital, First Coast News reported.
Throughout his ordeal, Nathaniel maintained a positive attitude. His cheery disposition captured the attention of Tebow who decided to pay the young boy a surprise visit. And when he did, Nathaniel burst into tears upon seeing his football idol.
The two quickly became friends. Tebow has visited Nathaniel three times already, the most recent of which was on Thanksgiving.
It wasn't only Tebow who had Nathaniel on his mind during the holiday, since many other people have gone out of their way to comfort him and try and uplift his spirit. Nathaniel has received countless letters, well wishes, and signed sports memorabilia from complete strangers who simply wanted him to get better.
"I feel humbled and blessed that so many people are praying for him," said Lisa Nelson, Nathaniel's mom.
A local chef even offered to cook a Thanksgiving feast for the Nelson family while they were in the hospital. The Nelsons even got to share their food with the hospital staff from the same floor.
Despite his current illness, Nathaniel feels extremely blessed. "I'm thankful for all of the wonderful friends and experiences with those friends and family," he said.
Nathaniel is looking forward to the day that doctors will declare him "cancer-free," and he dreams of finding a cure for cancer one day so that no other kid and their families would have to endure what he has gone through.
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