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Want to live a long life? Get married. Study after study has shown that married people, particularly married men, live significantly longer than their single friends. Some of the research is overall correlation, while other studies look at specific diseases and possible mechanisms. Doctors at Harvard tossed some more data on the pile last month, showing that married patients were more likely to identify cancer in its early stages and less likely to die from the disease than their unmarried peers. Epidemiologists refer to the well-established correlation between marriage and longevity as the "marriage protection hypothesis."
The marriage protection hypothesis isn't entirely surprising. Unlike the connection between alcohol and longevity, which still lacks a fully coherent explanation, there are a handful of intuitive and attractive reasons why marriage might extend your life. Having a family gives people something to live for, which may discourage risky behaviors like smoking and riding a motorcycle. Married men commit suicide at lower rates than singles, possibly for the same reason. Your spouse may urge you to get a mammogram, wear sunscreen or have that worrisome mole checked out. A life partner provides an outlet to discuss personal stresses. (One medical argument in favor of legalizing same-sex marriage is that gay people have significantly lower stress levels when married.) Married people may remain more intellectually engaged with others, which helps avoid dementia. And healthy people may be more likely to attract a mate and marry than unhealthy people.
It's not all good news for married people, though: Marriage also increases obesity rates. Getting married raises the risk of a woman becoming overweight by 3.9 percentage points compared to peers who did not marry, and marriage increases her risk of obesity by 1.4 percentage points. The effect is more pronounced for men. Married men see a 6.1 percentage point rise in the risk of becoming overweight and a 3.3 percentage point increase in the risk of obesity.
Obesity likely takes a sizable cut out of any longevity benefits of marriage. More than one-third of Americans are obese. It is a major risk factor for the leading cause of death, heart disease. The number of Americans living with diabetes, another illness linked to obesity, doubled from 1998 to 2013.
The proportion of adults who are obese increases with age; obesity can be caused by the cumulative effect of years of eating just a little more than we should. While less than 33 percent of us are obese between the ages of 20 and 39, nearly 40 percent of Americans older than 60 are obese. It's a bit of a paradox that marriage is connected to both longevity and obesity, one of the primary contributors to early death.
The nature of the connection between marriage and weight gain is a matter of conjecture. One plausible explanation is the "marriage market hypothesis": Single people remain thin for no other reason than to attract a mate. Once you've legally obligated someone to stick with you through sickness and health, there's no compelling reason to eat right and exercise. But that theory flies in the face of the overall marriage protection hypothesis. If people quit smoking, wear sunscreen, and eschew suicide for the sake of their families, why would they allow themselves to become obese? (It's important to note that mere age is not the explanation for the link between obesity and marriage. Researchers control for our tendency to gain weight as we get older, and the correlation is still easily detectable.)
There may be a simple explanation: People eat more when they're together. A 1992 study that asked participants to record their food consumption for a week found that eating with one companion increased meal size by 41 percent compared with eating alone, while breaking bread with six or more people increased an individual's caloric intake by a whopping 76 percent. Other studies have found somewhat more modest increases, but the effect is remarkably consistent.
Why do we eat more when we eat with others? It may be a result of social norms. Communal meals tend to last longer than eating solo, and people who sit in front of food can't resist eating it. Another possible explanation is our habit of mimicking our dining companions: When they take a bite, we take a bite. More people means more cues to eat. The habit may, alternatively, lie deep in evolutionary history. Chimpanzees and marmosets spontaneously share food, probably to help form social bonds. From the innocent, altruistic act grew a regrettable human custom. Perhaps you feed (and feed, and feed) your spouse to strengthen your marital bond, even if you're ultimately shortening its duration.
Sharing food may be a harmless gesture of friendship for marmosets, and it may have made sense for our hunter-gatherer ancestors, who were far more likely to die from scarcity than from the sequelae of diabetes. Our social customs, however, must evolve with us. There are better things to share with your spouse than dessert.
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Replay our updates as severe weather disrupted travel across Newcastle and the North East
The Chronicle's live breaking news blog brings you regular updates, pictures, video, tweets and comments covering the latest Newcastle and North East traffic, travel, weather, crime and council news for today, Thursday, 5 December 2013.
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Our Newcastle breaking news live blog begins at 06:30am every weekday and is updated throughout the day until 10.00pm.
Good morning folks, Ruth Lawson here on this very windy day! Apologies for the slight delay in kicking off but due to the high winds I had to go a little bit slower than usual on the drive in today.
As ever I will be with you throughout the morning and early afternoon keeping you up to date on all thing traffic, travel and breaking news in the North East.
If you know of anything going on near you then feel free to get in touch. You can contact me directly at email@example.com or on 0191 201 6344.
WEATHER: Remember that the whole of the region has been placed on amber warning by the Environment Agency (EA) as gale force winds of up 80mph could sweep across the North East throughout the day.
Rain and strong winds are already building on this miserable morning so be careful whether you're driving, walking or using public transport to get to work this morning. If you've nowhere to be today then it may be safest to just stay indoors.
Experts at the EA have told people to stay away from the coastline as a "sea surge" is expected causing huge waves that have potential to cause coastal flooding throughout the afternoon and possibly into Friday morning.
Dog walkers who usually use beaches or promenades should find alternative inland spots to stretch their pets' legs.
For more information, click here
TRAVEL: I guess it was to be expected that this weather was going to impact on people's travel plans for today so it may not be a surprise that East Coast is running a revised timetable today.
This is what East Coast is saying on its website: "Severe winds and storms are forecast to hit the North of England and Scotland today, Thursday, December 5, 2013. Wind speeds of up to 95mph in places are expected. Speed restrictions have been imposed and therefore some Train Operators will be running an amended timetable from start of service today, Thursday, December 5, 2013."
These changes are expected to apply until the afternoon, but may continue depending on the weather conditions. Here's some advice for East Coast passengers:
Also see the below tweet:
A revised timetable is in operation today. Please check your journeys here - http://t.co/FnxJKPJcSz— East Coast Trains (@eastcoastuk) December 5, 2013
EMERGENCY SERVICES: I've just done a ring round police and fire services who have no updates to put out at this stage but I imagine it may be a busy ahead if this awful weather continues to worsen. Fingers crossed everyone keeps safe.
TRAVEL: Over at Newcastle Airport there appears to be just a couple of flight cancellations so far this morning. The T34621 departure to Birmingham which was scheduled to leave at 7.40am has been cancelled as has the T34622 flight from Birmingham to Newcastle which was expected to arrive at 10.10am
Passengers can keep up to date on all arrival and departure information by visiting the airport website or by contacting their flight operators directly
TRAFFIC: Possible delays on the A1 Western Bypass northbound after the A167 junction at Eighton Lodge due to a broken down HGV
A1 Western Bypass northbound, broken down HGV after the A167 junction at Eighton Lodge. Delays possible.— Tyne and Wear UTMC (@TyneWearTravel) December 5, 2013
TRAVEL: A few minor delays on the Metro system are being reported this morning.
A frequent service is running but not to the usual timetable due to low rail adhesion.
Also, signalling problems are causing minor delays to train between Airport and South Hylton.
Just checked in with the Coastguard and the British Transport Police who are reporting a routine overnight all round.
Tyne and Wear Fire Service have had a few call outs, one of which I will be getting more details of soon so I will bring you information as soon as I hear
TRAVEL: The Howard Snaith route 404 bus route in Northumberland is reported to be running late due to fallen trees on the road
TRAVEL: The winds are causing debris on some of the region's roads this morning so drivers are urged to take extreme caution. Here are a few updates:
TRAVEL: The region's roads are getting busier as the usual rush hour traffic gets into full swing. Most roads are busy but moving although there are reports of heavy traffic on the A167 Tyne Bridge northbound in Gateshead from the A184 Askew Road traffic lights
FIRE: Tyne and Wear Fire Service have told us that 22 fire fighters attended a blaze at a commercial property on Railway Terrace in South Hylton, Sunderland, at around 1.30am this morning.
A total of 22 firefighters were on the scene to tackle the fire which was "entirely damaged" by fire. Crews also led the occupant of the flat above the shop to safety as a precaution.
TRAVEL: Unconfirmed reports of debris on the Scotswood Bridge so drivers using the road should take caution
WEATHER: Warnings to stay away beaches and promenades continue as wind speed picks up
Coastal paths & promenades may be highly dangerous. Please stay away from the shoreline Thurs & Friday http://t.co/rxVX85tLuS #floodaware— Northumberland Alert (@northumberlands) December 5, 2013
TRAVEL: A few rail updates:
First TransPennine Express have the below changes to its timetables in place which are expected to apply until approximately 2pm, but may continue past 2pm depending on the weather conditions.
Tickets will be valid on Friday 6 December
TRAVEL: Network Rail Scotland have closed the network in Scotland so they can clear the lines of debris. There are no trains from Newcastle to Scotland
Due to the level of debris, @NetworkRailSCOT have closed the rail network in Scotland to clear lines. No trains from Newcastle to Scotland.— Tyne and Wear UTMC (@TyneWearTravel) December 5, 2013
SCHOOL CLOSURE: Blyth Horton Grange Primary School closed due to a heating failure in part of the school
TRAVEL: Go North East have just reported that the Redheugh Bridge closed due to an incident. All services diverted via Askew Road and Tyne Bridge in both directions. I'll bring you more when I know
TRAVEL: The Redheugh Bridge in Newcastle is currently closed due to a lorry on its side
TRAVEL: A1 Western Bypass in both directions closed, queueing traffic due to overturned vehicle at A184 (Dunston Interchange), congestion on A1(M) to J63 A167 / A183 (Chester-le-street).
TRAVEL: Redheugh Bridge Update - A189 Redheugh Bridge in both directions is closed, queueing traffic due to overturned lorry between A695 Railway Street / A189 St James Boulevard / Ord Street and A184 Askew Road / Askew Road West. The incident was first reported around 9.25pm
We have a photographer heading out to the scene
WEATHER: Bedlington Council Offices have experienced a loss of power this morning. Work is taking place to restore power.
TRAVEL: Northumbria Police have just put out an update on the Redheugh Bridge.
A spokesperson said: "At 9.20am this morning police were informed a lorry was on its side on the Redheugh Bridge, in Gateshead.
"The road is currently closed.
"Police and emergency services are at the scene.
"Motorists are advised of traffic delays and thanked for their patience."
WEATHER: Here's a picture of a fallen tree on a road out of Swarland in Northumberland at about 7am this morning.
TRAVEL: A68 in both directions closed due to fallen tree between A69 and B6318 (Errington Arms Roundabout). Diversion - via the Military Road, although this is not suitable for lorries.
WEATHER: The AA's specialist severe weather team, AA Special Operations, is being deployed in coastal locations today as warnings of coastal flooding from the Environment Agency and Met Office escalate.
Darron Burness, head of the AA's flood rescue team, said: "We are working with the Environment Agency and the emergency services to provide support in North Wales, to coincide with high tide at noon today, then the East Coast at locations such as Washington (Tyne & Wear), Grimsby, Cromer (Norfolk) and Sandwich (Kent).
"However, the situation is fast developing and we will change our plans to ensure we offer support where it is most needed."
The AA is urging homeowners and drivers to take seriously the warnings of flooding caused by tidal surges.
"I would particularly warn motorists to avoid coastal routes where the combination of high winds and flooding with sea water will be life-threatening," Darron said, pointing out that a third of flood-related deaths involve a vehicle because drivers take unnecessary risks.
"Coastal flooding is particularly dangerous because of the risk of high waves and very fast-moving water," he added
TRAVEL: B6319 Station Road in Haydon Bridge in both directions blocked, slow traffic due to fallen tree between North Bank ( Haydon Bridge) and Stanegate ( Newbrough ). Diversion - via the A69.
POWER FAILURE: Bedlington Library is currently without electricity and telephones. Due to this the public PCs are not available for use.
The Christmas Market at Monument in Newcastle has been boarded up for the day due to the winds. It is expected to open as normal tomorrow
TRAVEL: The LH3456 flight from Dusseldorf expected to land at Newcastle Airport at 12.50pm has now been cancelled and the return flight back to Dusseldorf at 1.25pm has also been cancelled
The entrance to Gateshead Trinity Square is reported to be blocked due to debris causing an obstruction. The entrance is being blocked by police until the issue is resolved
Entrance to Gateshead Trinity Square blocked due to debris causing obstruction, entrance blocked by police until this issue is resolved.— Tyne and Wear UTMC (@TyneWearTravel) December 5, 2013
TRAVEL: East Coast are not running any services north of Newcastle
There are currently no services running north of Newcastle. Passengers are advised not to travel north of Newcastle. #ECdelay— East Coast Trains (@eastcoastuk) December 5, 2013
TRAVEL: Arriva have said all services running in and out of the Haymarket will be suffering delays of up to 30 minutes due to severe weather. Routes affected 43, 45, 46, 52, 55, 306, 308, X10, X11, X20, X21, X22
WEATHER: Reports of fallen tree on South Waterside at South End in Keilder, Northumberland. Callers report that you cant get in or out of Keilder due to fallen trees.
TRAVEL: The A6079 Station Road in Hexham in both directions closed, slow traffic due to unsafe building at Dean Street. A large window on a building is being blown about and fire services there trying to secure it.
TRAVEL: Cleared - A68 in Corbridge in both directions has re-opened, fallen tree removed between A69 and B6318 (Errington Arms Roundabout).
TRAVEL: Update - Queueing traffic and exit slip road closed due to overturned vehicle on A1 Western Bypass in both directions at A184 (Dunston Interchange), congestion on A1(M) to J63 A167 / A183 (Chester-le-street). Note change of details - the closure was initially reported on the main carriageway.
TRAVEL: Redheugh Bridge update - Police have said that there were no serious injuries in the incident. They also confirmed that the bridge is expected to remain closed for the rest of the day
TRAVEL: Here's a quick update on the situation with trains on the East coast for the rest of the day:
All trains in Scotland are currently suspended. Trains are not running between Newcastle and Edinburgh. Passengers are advised not to travel north of Newcastle.
East Coast have said that the following changes are expected to apply until the afternoon, but may continue depending on the weather conditions.
TRAVEL: Cleared A1 Western Bypass Gateshead - Traffic easing and exit slip road re-opened, overturned vehicle removed on A1 Western Bypass in both directions at A184 (Dunston Interchange).
TRAVEL: Cleared Kielder - fallen tree removed on South Waterside at South End.
TRAVEL: A190 The Avenue in Seaton Sluice closed in both directions, slow traffic due to fallen tree at St Michael's Avenue. Near Deleval Hall.
TRAVEL: Reports that the Princess Seaways has had a particularly rough crossing and has been held outside port for two hours but is hopefully due to dock at midday...three hours after scheduled
TRAVEL: Further update from police on Redheugh incident - A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: "At 9.20am this morning police were informed a lorry was on its side on the Redheugh Bridge, in Gateshead.
"Motorists are advised of heavy traffic in the area and to use the A1 Scotswood Bridge, Scotswood Bridge or Tyne Tunnel.
"The bridge will remain closed to allow the road to be cleared.
"Police are in the area and are working to ease the traffic and motorists are asked to avoid the area to help this.
"Motorists are thanked for their continued assistance and patience."
The Alnwick Gardens have closed today due to the severe weather in a bid to keep both staff and visitors safe
WEATHER: One of our reporters who is hoping to jet off to Amsterdam this afternoon has sent us a picture of the wet and windy weather currently up at Newcastle Airport
TRAVEL: Update Redheugh Bridge - the lorry has now been recovered from the road and only minor injuries were sustained by those involved. Awaiting reopening of the bridge
TRAVEL: There are no Metro train between North Shields and Tynemouth due to an obstruction on the line. Go North East are accepted Metro tickets on bus service 1.
TRAVEL: Further update on disruption along East Coast train routes.
Latest updates states: "All trains in Scotland are currently suspended. Trains are not running between Newcastle and Edinburgh. Passengers are advised not to travel north of Newcastle.
"There are currently no trains throughout Doncaster because of damage to the station caused by the wind. East Coast services to and from Leeds are currently suspended."
TRAVEL: Update on trains - Network Rail have said that due to an obstruction on the line between Wakefield Westgate and Leedsn northbound lines are blocked. Train services through these stations may be subject to disruption on all routes at short notice.
An estimate for the resumption of normal services will be provided as soon as the problem has been fully assessed.
TRAVEL: Update Redheugh Bridge - As reported previously, both the lorry and the car involved in the incident on the bridge have now been recovered but work is ongoing to clear up a fuel spillage on the southbound carriage way.
TRAVEL: Update - A190 The Avenue in Seaton Sluice had re-opened in both directions and traffic has returned to normal, the fallen tree at St Michael's Avenue has been removed.
TRAVEL: Update Redheugh Bridge - The road has re-open northbound only into Newcastle. Southbound carriageway still closed while work continues to clear fuel spillage
WEATHER: We're hearing reports that Bedlington Christmas Lights switch on has been postponed until Monday, December 9, due to the severe weather today
WEATHER: Northumberland County Council have said that based on the most recent weather forecast it plans to carry out precautionary gritting in all zones commencing at 4pm today.
Precautionary gritting in all zones will also be carried out commencing at 4.30am tomorrow.
It's due to be very cold overnight with a likelihood of icy stretches on roads so drivers are urged to be aware of freezing conditions and drive with care.
WEATHER: A plane that was traveling from Bristol to Edinburgh but had been diverted to Newcastle because of the adverse weather was struck by lightning as it prepared to land earlier.
The Easyjet flight landed safely and the company said the plane was equipped to safely withstand lightning and that at no point was the safety of the flight compromised.
WEATHER: Northern Powergrid have released the following statement:
Northern Powergrid engineers continue to work as hard as possible to restore power to customers hit by today's storm. The company has activated its major incident response plan and all available staff have been deployed.
As of 11.45am, approximately 25,000 properties in the North East, Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire were without power due to the severe conditions and gale force winds, with up to 75mph wind gusts recorded. In total, the storm has impacted around 55,000 customers since midnight when the weather began to deteriorate.
Problems are being experienced across the region, but mainly on higher ground in the North East currently, although the high winds are expected to move south through the day and flood warnings are also in place with any potential for coastal flooding affecting the network being closely monitored
If you are without power, we would like to provide the following advice:
· Turn off electrical appliances at the socket. This is particularly important for heating or cooking appliances as your power could return at any time and potentially cause a safety hazard if you are absent, asleep or unaware.
· Keep one light switched on so that you know when electricity has returned.
· Check on any vulnerable neighbours and relatives to make sure they are comfortable and well.
· Use battery-powered lamps or torches if possible instead of candles as they are safer.
· Only call 999 in the event of an emergency.
Please contact our power cut helpline on 0800 668877 anytime if your power supply has been affected
Well that's me signing off of the day. I hope everyone makes it home safely tonight!
Good afternoon. I'm Sarah Jeffery and I'm here to bring you all the latest traffic, travel, news and weather through the afternoon rush hour until 10pm.
I hope you are all having a good day whether you're at work or out and about. It is very wet and windy this afternoon, so take care if you're out and about.
As always, if you're out and about and see something, get in touch and let us know - comment on the live blog, tweet us (@EveningChron), email us at email@example.com or call us on 0191 201 6344.
TRAFFIC: Ridge Terrace in Bedlington is closed in both directions closed due to obstruction on the road between Netherton Lane and A1068 Hartford Road / A193 West End Front Street.
The road is closed between St Bedes Primary School and Ridge Farm Pub. Power cables have been damaged and Police are on the scene. The school is still accessible.
AIR TRAVEL: Flight KL971 from Amsterdam to Newcastle International Airport has been cancelled. It was due at 22:10.
TRAFFIC: The A181 Silent Bank, Running Waters is closed in both directions due to fallen power cables between Mill Lane and B6291. This is affecting traffic between Wingate and Durham.
TRAVEL: There are still ongoing problems between North Shields and Tynemouth, so there are no metros running due to an obstruction on the line. Nexus have said that masonry has fallen onto the track.
No trains North Shields - Tynemouth due to obstruction on the line. Bus Replacment900 calling at or close to stations in affected area.— Tyne and Wear Metro (@My_Metro) December 5, 2013
TRAVEL: For those of you planning on leaving work shortly or if you're about to do the school run, here is the latest traffic and travel round-up.
Public Transport
NEWS: We were sent in this photo by a reader, Steve Miller, of a property in Chatton, Northumberland. Unfortunately, its gable end has completely blown off in the overnight storms.
TRAIN TRAVEL: There is ongoing disruption on CrossCountry trains between Newcastle and Birmingham New Street due to poor weather.
CrossCountry trains between Birmingham and Newcastle via Sheffield are currently suspended.
TRAFFIC: There is queueing traffic and one lane blocked due to broken down car on A167(M) Central Motorway Northbound before A1058 Jesmond Road.
Reports that lane one (of two) is blocked).
NEWS: Fat Buddha Asian Bar & Kitchen opened Newcastle's largest outdoor Asian dining area earlier this summer, transforming Newcastle's Swan House roundabout into a mini Thai island.
However the £40k al-fresco dining area, which featured traditional 'Kra-Thom' bamboo huts specially imported from Thailand, wooden decking, planters, glass screens and mood lighting, has been completely decimated by this week's severe weather.
BUS TRAVEL: Arriva Service X21 has now resumed its normal service after Ridge Terrace in Bedlington has re-opened.
SERVICE UPDATE: X21, Ridge Terrace in Bedlington now open and buses can now go back to using normal route.— Arriva North East (@arrivanortheast) December 5, 2013
TRAFFIC: For those of you about to brave the wet and windy weather to travel home from work, here is the latest traffic and travel round-up
TRAIN TRAVEL: There is still ongoing diisruption on East Coast trains between Newcastle and Kings Cross, and between Leeds and Kings Cross due to poor weather and overhead line problems between Peterborough and Huntingdon.
Trains are currently unable to run south of Peterborough due to an object being stuck in the overhead lines.
NEWS: The South Shields Christmas Fair due to take place in the Town Centre this weekend will still go ahead.
The festive event was scheduled to run tomorrow afternoon (Friday 6th), Saturday and Sunday (7th and 8th December) in a marquee in South Shields Market Square.
However, due to significant damage to the marquee as a result of gale force winds, the Christmas Fair will now run on Saturday and Sunday only, inside Haven Point in Pier Parade.
Other Christmas Wonderland events taking place tomorrow (Friday 6th December) will go ahead as planned. This includes a lantern-lit procession through the town centre and a lights switch-on in St Hilda's Church, from 4pm to 5pm.
It is hoped that a special showing of the Christmas film, the Polar Express, scheduled to take place on Sunday (8th December) on a screen in the Market Square, will also be relocated to Haven Point.
The Christmas Fair has been organised by South Tyneside Council in partnership with Groundwork South Tyneside and will be open from 10am to 5pm, on Saturday 7th December and from 10am to 4pm, on Sunday 8th December.
Youngsters will still be able to enjoy face painting and balloon modelling as part of the Christmas Fair at Haven Point.
The Deputy Leader of South Tyneside Council, Councillor Alan Kerr said: "We are disappointed that we are unable to hold our Christmas Fair in the Market Place as originally planned. This is because of wind damage to the marquee.
"However, we are determined the event will still go ahead. It is one of the highlights of the Christmas Wonderland events programme and will still have eclectic mix of companies involved.
"There will be a great variety of suppliers selling everything from gourmet goodies to high quality gifts, handmade jewellery and accessories, crafts, decorations and much more.
"With so much on offer, I'm sure visitors will find plenty of great gift ideas as well as a few seasonal treats for themselves that they may not normally be able to get hold of in the town centre. We look forward to welcoming everyone there."
For further information about Christmas Wonderland in South Tyneside, visit www.southtyneside.info/christmas
NEWS: People who have been caught in the horrible blustery weather have been filming the wind and rain.
WEATHER: The Quayside Newcastle is closed from the Law Courts to the Side due to the River Tyne tidal surge flooding. Be careful if you're in the area.
WEATHER: The Quayside Newcastle is closed from the Law Courts to the Side due to the River Tyne tidal surge flooding. Be careful if you're in the area.
Sorry about the delay in posting but we were experiencing some technical difficulties. Fingers crossed we're back up and running and I'll continue to bring you the latest weather, traffic and travel news.
FLOOD NEWS: We're hearing reports of A1114 Clockmill Road in Dusnton in both directions closed due to flooding between Team Street and Ellison Road / Forge Road. Reports that the River Team has burst its banks.
FLOOD NEWS: The A1068 Woodlands in Warkworth is closed in both directions due to flooding between Woodlands (Warkworth) and Lindisfarne Road (Amble). Approach with care as there is slow traffic in the area.
FLOOD NEWS: Here is a photo of the flooding at Warkworth in Northhumberland
Its close to High Tide in North East @EnvAgencyYNE. 1.0m surge expected. Flooding in Warkworth has started #ecflood pic.twitter.com/PT2WXtEX7k— Phil Welton (@PhilWeltonEA) December 5, 2013
WEATHER: Here is another video of the bad weather in Newcastle today. Did you get caught up in it? You can tweet your photos or video to @EveningChron
NEWS: South Tyneside residents have been urged to take extra care on Thursday and Friday following a weather and flood warnings from the Met Office and Environment Agency.
The Environment Agency and Met Office are warning that gale-force winds, large waves and a tidal surge caused by low pressure will combine with high tides today (Thursday), throughout Friday and to Saturday morning, bringing a risk of significant coastal flooding.
This will make the coastline significantly more dangerous than usual and the Council is advising residents and visitors to stay away coastal and riverside areas and avoid coastal paths, promenades, beaches and the pier area.
The strong winds are already causing disruption across the region and householders are recommended to ensure that any Christmas trees and festive decorations in their gardens are secure.
The Council will provide further updates on its website – www.southtyneside.info – and residents can access the latest alert information at the environment agency website - www.environment-agency.gov.uk or by calling Floodline on 0845 988 1188. Specific flood information is available at www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/31618.aspx.
The public can monitor the updates on the weather on the Met Office website atwww.metoffice.gov.uk and can register for updates.
To report any local concerns, or for advice and support, please phone South Tyneside Council on 0191 427 7000.
FLOOD NEWS: The Pitcher and Piano on the Quayside tweeted this photo earlier to reassure their customers they are still open despite the flooding
To our followers road in front of Law Courts is closed for a while do to flooding. We are open though! Hint hint! pic.twitter.com/87jtC6mXm3— P&P Newcastle (@pandpnewcastle) December 5, 2013
TRAFFIC: For those of you on your way home from work or already on your way home here is the latest traffic and travel round-up
TRAVEL: Here is the latest news on public transport throughout the region
NEWS: Northumbria Police is reinforcing earlier messages warning people to take extra care in the current weather conditions.
It follows a weather warning issued by the Met Office of gale force winds, large waves and a tidal surge caused by low pressure combined with high tides bringing a risk of significant coastal flooding.
There are reports that some rivers are starting burst their banks. People advised to stay away from coastal and riverside areas and avoid coastal paths, promenades, beaches and piers.
In particular areas on the Quayside and in Northumberland have been affected.
There is limited access north of the Swing Bridge and people are advised to avoid the area.
The strong winds are already causing disruption across the region and motorists are advised to take extra care, in particular high sided vehicles. Homeowners are advised to make sure any garden items are secure.
Assistant Chief Constable Gary Calvert said: "We recognise some members of the community will feel vulnerable at this time and officers along with other agencies are offering reassurance at every opportunity.
"Extra officers are on patrol in the areas expected to be worst hit and anyone concerned should speak to a local officer or ring 101.
"We'd urge members of the public to keep up to date with the latest situation - keep checking the Met Office and Environment Agency websites for information and updates and tune into local radio and TV.
"If no access to internet you can ring the Environment Agency Floodline on 0845 988 1188. This line has the latest information in relation to flood warnings and pre recorded advice.
"If you are driving then stay safe, slow down and keep your distance. Make sure you are visible. Check ahead and make sure your destination isn't an area affected by flooding.
"We would urge people to take note of the warnings that are being issued and if they are advised to avoid an area to heed that advice."
Residents can access the latest 'alert' information at the environment agency website - www.environmnet-agency.gov.uk or by calling Floodline on 0845 988 1188. Specific flood information is available at www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods
The public can monitor updates about the weather on the Met Office website www.metoffice.gov.uk
Further information is available on local council websites and the Northumbria Police website www.northumbria.police.uk.
In an emergency ring 999. If it is less urgent ring 101.
Northumbria Police is working as part of the Northumbria Local Resilience Forum which is made up of local authorities, emergency services, environment agency. The LRF is working closely to monitor the situation and ensure the safety of members of the public.
FLOOD NEWS: Here is the latest update from Northumbria Police about the areas within the North East that are currently affected by flooding
This is a further update on the areas that are currently affected by flooding.
- Sunderland beach - a minor road is closed
- Hendon Fish Quay
- South Hylton near the Gold Lion Pub
- Roker seafront
South Tyneside
- Hebburn Marine and Riverside - walkways and roadways are affected.
- Customs House
- Wapping Street
- Industrial units at Derwent Haugh
- Friars Waugh, Felling
North Tyneside
- 'Flats News' and 'Brewery Band'
- Ferry landing
- Low Parade, Whitley Bay
- Quayside from the Swing Bridge towards Chase bar and Quayside bar.
- Ouseburn
- Berwick waters
- Beadnell Bay
- Warkworth
- Amble
- Blyth - Harbour Wall, Sussex Street.
Police and partner agencies are working reassure residents.
Extra officers are in the affected areas and are working with partner agencies
NEWS: The Quayside in Newcastle is closed from the Law Courts to the Side due to the River Tyne flooding following a tidal surge
The Quayside in Newcastle is currently closed from the Law Courts to the Side due to the River Tyne flooding following a tidal surge caused by the stormy weather the North East has been experiencing today.
Wet and windy conditions overnight and throughout today have led to severe transport disruption locally and nationally, with planes and trains cancelled and roads closed.
You can read the full story and see our amazing photos of the Quayside here
TRAFFIC AND FLOODING UPDATE AT 6PM: There's queueing traffic on the A1 Western Bypass southbound in Gateshead between Dunston and Lobley Hill Interchange.
RAIL: More travel disruption due to the tidal surge, this time on the rail network: on the local Northern Rail network, owing to flooding between Middlesbrough and Saltburn all train lines are blocked and trains between the two are suspended. Delays possible on Northern Rail between Newcastle and Darlington, between Newcastle and Chathill, between Bishop Auckland and Saltburn and between Middlesbrough and Hexham due to poor weather. East Coast, CrossCountry and First TransPeninne Express all accept tickets.
On Virgin Cross Country, service suspended on CrossCountry between Aberdeen and Newcastle, and between Glasgow Central and Newcastle due to poor weather. No trains will run between Aberdeen / Glasgow Central and Newcastle, with trains also suspended between Newcastle and Birmingham New Street.
East Coast: Disruption on East Coast between Edinburgh Waverley and Kings Cross, and between Leeds and Kings Cross due to poor weather. Trains can now run between Edinburgh and Newcastle, but all East Coast services are running to a revised timetable for the rest of the day. East Coast expect a normal service to run tomorrow.
TRAVEL: More rail news: Disruption on First Transpennine Express between Newcastle and York due to poor weather. Tickets being accepted on East Coast and CrossCountry services. Trains have resumed but severe delays are still expected.
Disruption on Grand Central Trains between Sunderland and Kings Cross, and between Bradford Interchange and Kings Cross due to poor weather. Trains are now running south of Doncaster again after an object was removed from the overhead lines, but severe delays will still be seen due to today's poor weather.
TRAVEL: To the region's roads now: here are the latest closures due to the weather:
And roads struggling to cope with heavier than usual traffic:
Roads starting to clear:
TRAVEL: More rail news from East Coast who have tweeted to say the route between Edinburgh and Dundee will also reopen tonight and they're working with Network Rail to try to run Aberdeen services later. Limited services are operating between Edinburgh and Newcastle now (5 Dec), but check bit.ly/IHHIij for specific details.
AIR TRAVEL: Here is the latest news on arrivals and departures at Newcastle International Airport
Cancelled arrivals
Delayed arrivals
Cancelled departures
TRAFFIC: The A1114 Clockmill Road is closed due to flooding between Team Street and Ellison Road / Forge Road but Gateshead Council staff are hoping ti will re-open soon
RT @GMBCouncil: We're expecting the A1114 Clockmill Road to reopen soon. Staff working with Police on site now.— Go North East (@gonortheast) December 5, 2013
TRAFFIC: One lane of A1114 Clockmill Road is open but there is subsidence to the other. Gateshead council are attending the scene along with the police.
TRAVEL: To the region's roads now: here is the latest on the roads struggling to cope with heavier than usual traffic:
Roads starting to clear:
Update from our reporter Katie Davies on the scene at the Newcastle Quayside, where pubs and businesses were suddenly flooded as the waters of the Tyne rose and inches-deep water poured over the roads and pavements.
A 400-metre between the Tyne Bridge and the Millennium Bridge was flooded almost instantly, and traffic came to a standstill as police were forced to close the roads.
Marie Kennedy, a nurse, was making her way to Tesco Express from her home in Merchant's Quay on the Quayside when she got caught up in the flood.
The 26-year-old said: "There was a flood warning last night but I didn't expect anything like this. I didn't think anything would come of it. I just couldn't believe it .
"In Wetherspoons the water had come right through the building and back out the other side into the car park. I've never seen anything like this before."
Scaffolder Christopher Tillbrook, 24, of Jarrow, South Tyneside, said: "It just happened so quick. We were at Greggs this afternoon getting something to eat and now you can't get past. It's got worse and worse over the last few hours.
"It's probably about three feet high. I've never seen the River Tyne like this before."
You can see some amazing photos from Katie and our photographers on the scene in our gallery here.
QUAYSIDE: The Live Theatre on the Newcastle Quayside has tweeted that it is going ahead with its planned show tonight and is accessible from City Road despite the closure of the main Quayside drag:
We're still going ahead with https://twitter.com/ThePaperBirds">@ThePaperBirds show tonight. The Quayside is currently closed but you can still access us via City Rd.— Live Theatre (@LiveTheatre) https://twitter.com/LiveTheatre/statuses/408650884046811136">December 5, 2013
WEATHER: Here's a gallery of reader pictures we've been sent or had shared with us on social media following today's severe weather. There are some fantastic shots of the flooded Newcastle Quayside. Keep sending us your photos to firstname.lastname@example.com and we'll add them to the gallery.
TRAFFIC: Here is the latest update on all public transport services:
NEWS: Heavy rain has caused problems across the region today and Hawthorn Primary School is closed tomorrow due to drainage problems.
Hawthorn Primary School is closed Fri 6 Dec due to a drainage problem after heavy rainfall, reopens Mon http://t.co/u2IxQ70gHT #floodaware— NewcastleCityCouncil (@NewcastleCC) December 5, 2013
FLOOD NEWS: Previously flooded areas on Newcastle quayside starting to clear as clear up work continues on Quayside to allow for safe re-opening of road.
Delays on Dean St on approach to Mosley St due to diverted heavy traffic from quayside road closure. #NEfollowers pic.twitter.com/XZmy3i3nCy— Tyne and Wear UTMC (@TyneWearTravel) December 5, 2013
ROAD CLOSURE UPDATE: Here is the latest on the regions' road closures
FLOOD NEWS: Newcastle Quayside has now re-opened to traffic following clean up work after storm surge and flood waters in South Tyneside have now receeded and traffic back to normal.
WEATHER: Chronicle readers have sent in pictures of storm damage and flooding caused by a tidal surge on the North East coast after a day of severe weather in the region
A day of severe weather in the North East has caused travel disruption and storm damage in our region after strong winds and rain combined to create a tidal surge which caused several rivers to burst their banks.
To see a selection of reader pictures sent to us this afternoon and shared on social media, click here
TRAFFIC: The A182 Philadelphia Lane in Shiney Row is closed due to accident involving a car and a lamp post at B1286 Wellington Row, near to the Philadelphia public house.
There are delays in the area, so please allow extra time for your journey.
FLOOD NEWS: Gateshead Council are working hard to clear the A1114 Clockmill Road after Storm Surge, once this is clear they will be moving on to work on Newburn Bridge Road
Gateshead Council working to clear A1114 Clockmill Road after Storm Surge and will be moving on to work on Newburn Bridge Road #floodaware— Tyne and Wear UTMC (@TyneWearTravel) December 5, 2013
AIR TRAVEL: Here is the latest information on arrivals at Newcastle International Airport
TRAFFIC: Here is the latest on the region's roads@
WEATHER: Winds will ease gradually but it will be cold and clear overnight with a widespread sharp frost.
It will remain blustery and wintry showers will soon die away, however they will leave a risk of icy roads in a few places. Some coastal flooding possible. Minimum Temperature -3 °C.
Friday will starting cold, crisp and sunny, with winds continuing to ease. Milder air will spread in from the southwest eventually bringing cloudier skies, patchy rain, and perhaps briefly a little snow. Maximum Temperature 2 °C.
NEWS: Newcastle United winger Hatem Ben Arfa has been given a six month driving ban after twice failing to report who was driving his speeding car
Newcastle United star Hatem Ben Arfa has been given a six month driving ban after twice failing to report who was at the wheel of his speeding Mercedes.
The French international midfielder was also ordered to pay £2,680 by magistrates at Bedlington this afternoon after pleading guilty to two charges of failing to give driver details.
The court heard a Mercedes registered to the 26 year old, who lives at Darras Road, Ponteland, was caught on camera exceeding the 30mph speed limit at the B6318 Great North Road at the bottom of Gosforth High street on November 5, then again on the 20th of the month, last year.
You can read the full news here
AIR TRAVEL: Here is the latest information on arrivals at Newcastle International Airport
NEWS: More motorists have ignored warnings and risked their safety and vehicles by crossing a flooded Holy Island causeway
Yet more motorists have ignored warnings and risked their safety and vehicles by crossing a flooded causeway.
Two vehicles were caught on camera driving across the causeway at Holy Island in Northumberland while it was under a foot and a half to two foot of water.
The motorists negotiated the flooded causeway over an hour outside of the safe crossing times which are displayed at either end of the crossing in addition to warning signs.
Click here to read the full story
TRAFFIC: The A182 Philadelphia Lane in Shiney Row has re-opened in both directions at B1286 Wellington Row after an earlier accident near to the Philadelphia public house.
The accident has been cleared and traffic is starting to flow normally.
NEWS: More motorists have ignored warnings and risked their safety and vehicles by crossing a flooded Holy Island causeway
Yet more motorists have ignored warnings and risked their safety and vehicles by crossing a flooded causeway.
Two vehicles were caught on camera driving across the causeway at Holy Island in Northumberland while it was under a foot and a half to two foot of water.
The motorists negotiated the flooded causeway over an hour outside of the safe crossing times which are displayed at either end of the crossing in addition to warning signs.
Click here to read the full story
TRAVEL: Metro trains are now running between South Shields and St James but are delayed due to the earlier obstruction on the line.
Minor delays to trains from South Shields - St James due to a earlier obstruction on the line in the Tynemouth area— Tyne and Wear Metro (@My_Metro) December 5, 2013
BREAKING NEWS: South Africa's first black president and anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela has died aged 95 President Jacob Zuma has announced.
TRAFFIC: The A181 Silent Bank in both directions has re-opened and allen power cables have been removed between Mill Lane and B6291 between Wingate and Durham.
NEWS: Former South African president Nelson Mandela has died at the age of 95 after a long battle with a lung infection
Former South African president Nelson Mandela has died at the age of 95.
The revered statesman led South Africa out of apartheid and was the country's first black president.
He had been receiving intense medical care at his home for a lung infection after spending time in hospital.
Click here to read the full story
Right everybody, that's it for today.
Thanks for joining us, make sure you check back tomorrow at 06:30am when reporter Sonia Sharma will be back to bring you all the latest news, travel and weather from around the region.
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GREAT BEND, Kan. (AP) Great Bend is making plans to demolish one World War Two-era hangar and to put another on the historic registry. The Hutchinson News reports that the airfield in Great Bend was among 18 that were part of the war effort in Kansas. It was used to train flight personnel for B-29 bombers. The hangar slated to be placed on the historic registry remains in use.
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Ever wonder what Columbia University admissions officers are looking for in your application essay? Wonder no more!
For many people, the college essay is the hardest part of their application, as they seek to define themselves in 500 words or less for a faceless committee of admissions officers. The Columbia Class of 2017, though, has given us an inside look at what exactly it takes to be part of the 6.89 percent to win entry to the school this year. A tipster recently directed us to a Google Drive folder in which newly admitted Columbians are posting their application essays for their peers to see. And, thankfully, they left it public.
Topics range from the deeply personal, to the seemingly mundane, to the blatantly ridiculous. We've included a list of some of the more notable entries below; feel free to categorize them yourself:
However, some of the essays deserve a closer examination. Here are our personal favorites:
The IvyGate award for "Most Original Essay (For Better Or Worse)" goes to a mock script of a conversation between the applicant, musical theater heavyweight Oscar Hammerstein II (Columbia Class of 1919), and composer Tom Kitt (Columbia Class of 1996). The alums lead our author on a journey of self-discovery as he finds that, yes, he should pursue his dreams and doggone it, people like him. Here are the opening lines, which subtly set the scene for the author's insecurity:
Hammerstein: Ok, kid. You've seen the school. Now what?
Noah: (HE knew this was coming) I—I really don't know…Major in Drama and
Psychology or choose something safe…Economics?
Kitt: (Bombastic as always) Oh cut the crap, why don't ya? You worked your ass off for years to get to this point, and now you finally have; if you get in, you'd have all the resources you could possibly want—
Noah: (Frantically) BUT, I don't know how to use them. I don't know how to use them or what to do with them. Musical Theater is my life; I love it more than anything else I've ever done. To be up on the stage—the songs—the emotion…but as a career?
Hammerstein: Kid, breathe. Pursue it.
Noah: But that's easier said than done! It's just so—so…
Kitt: (Like the Hindenburg, exploding) Christ! SPIT IT OUT!
Noah: …Hard. Read the rest of this entry »
Overachieving high school seniors affected by Hurricane Sandy need not fret, as all eight Ivy League admissions offices announced extensions to their early deadlines (originally November 1). So now, instead of worrying about the perfect ending to your personal essay, please go find shelter and clean water.
Here's a quick breakdown of the new and improved early admissions deadlines:
Sometimes you'll be sitting in class with the daughter of a famous politician, and she'll open her mouth to say something about geopolitics, and what will come out instead is her theory that there must be oil reserves at the Jersey Shore because everyone there is so tan. At those times you may innocently wonder, Jesus Christ on a fucking unicycle, how do these people get into Ivy League schools? Do they even fill out applications? And you'd be right to ask such a thing, because judging from a recent article in the New York Times, American royalty doesn't need to apply to schools anymore to get accepted to them.
But lo, this was not always so! The Crimson's FlyByBlog reports that the college application of John F. Kennedy, a Harvard graduate in 1940, has been posted online for the world to peruse. Granted, the Kennedys weren't quite the social crème-de-la-crème that he eventually made them, but they were still the sort of people who'd be allowed to touch the Gutenberg if they asked. Behold: genuine proof that in 1935, even big fish had to submit college applications!
But they could still have bottom-feeder grades, apparently. His average was a 68, with particularly poor grades in French and Latin. His school principal certainly wasn't oozing with praise in his letter to Harvard:
Jack has rather superior mental ability without the deep interest in his studies or the mature viewpoint that demands of him his best effort all the time. He can be relied upon to do enough to pass.
That might have been tender enough in 1935, but today it sounds like a libel suit waiting to happen. Kennedy didn't do much to make a case for himself, either:
The reasons that I have for wishing to go to Harvard are several. I felt that Harvard can give me a better background and a better liberal education than any other university. I have always wanted to go there, as I have felt that it is not just another college but is a university with something definite to offer. Then too, I would like to go to the same college as my father. To be a "Harvard man" is an enviable distinction, and one that I sincerely hope I shall attain.
Harvard is full of definite somethings, that's for sure. But Kennedy's application really skimps on smarmy, sycophantic adjective-dropping, a sure sign that he has no idea what he's talking about. This shit would never pass muster on the Common App. Not to mention the fact that he sounds more eager to own an embossed Harvard money clip than he does to have a Harvard education–although that's pretty much true for all Harvard students, so pass.
Imagine if that turned up in a college admissions box this year, when the number of Harvard applicants rose to a whopping 35,000. Guess it's a good thing the Kennedys just have to make phone calls today.
Duck and cover, folks: early decision letters are dropping like bombs this week over the homes of high schoolers. Or at least, they are for the Ivy League schools that haven't abolished ED in the name of making their applicants salivate especially hard fairness. Penn, which released its decisions last Friday, is already reporting a drop in admit rates from 31 to 26 percent. High school students must be getting desperate.
But no one's as desperate as the two girls responsible for the blog Harvard, Please. We'll leave their names out of it, but they're as rabid about getting into Harvard as most teenage girls are about Justin Bieber's hair. They've also discovered Tumblr, which honestly seems to exist solely to channel the manic panics of hormonal teenyboppers. The upshot is a cultlike stream of love letters, Dear Santas, and Mariah Carey reduxes–all of them glorifying the Harvard Quidditch team and the shoe of the John Harvard statue that everybody pees on.
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Season 5 of "My Strange Addiction" continues to expose the strangest of strange including this week's inseparable twins and a young woman who eats mattresses.
You read that right, she likes to eat mattresses.
But let's not get too far ahead of ourselves. First, let's talk about 44-year-old identical twins Amy and Becky.
These two have not been separated more than 30 minutes in the last 20 years. Friend's claim that in the last 15 years, neither one of them have been in a long term relationship (unless they count each other) and the two go so far as to go on Becky's blind date---together.
The synchronized eaters are obsessed with each other to the point that they weigh out their food and eat exactly the same thing so that they can stay the same size.
Of course they also have no problem talking over each other and completing each other's sentences. This will definitely work against their dating efforts, unless of course, they just date themselves.
Then there is Jennifer. Where do we begin.
Let's start at her mattress. First, she ate it. Second, she is now moving to her mother's mattress.
The St. Louis woman has been consuming mattresses for about 20 years.
So how many mattresses could you eat in 20 years?
It looks like 8 is the right number. Of course, that is after Jennifer uses the lint roller to remove any stray hairs that might have stuck to the foam insert.
Eating about a square foot each day, Jennifer sneaks into her mother's bedroom to grab a few pieces of the foam delicacy so that her mother will not find out.
"The reason I'm not eating my own mattress, is because I ate my own mattress already," explains Jennifer.
This episode of "My Strange Addiction" is set to air on Jan 1, 2014 at 10:30 pm on TLC.
To see the video of Jennifer and the twins, click here.
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Former GH and B&B actor Ben Hogestyn has been cast on Tristan Rogers' upcoming web soap, REALITY BYTES, as Jacob Kaplan.
Jacob has been described as "The webmaster. Lifelong friend of Vic who has followed her all the way from Iowa to grab his chance at fame and fortune."
GENERAL HOSPITAL fans will remember Hogestyn from his stint as Lucas Jones in late 2005/early 2006. He would later appear on THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL as Harry Jackson. He has since made some primetime episodic appearances including COLD CASE earlier this year.
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The Weekend That Was: Four Parting Thoughts
1. If ESPN were to begin hyping up Tennessee-Memphis six days early, as if it were college hoops' Super Bowl, I wouldn't have any problem with it. Given what's on the line, the battle for Volunteer State supremacy feels about 10 times more important than the Nos. 2-vs.-3 Duke-Carolina game on Feb. 6. And yet I can't escape the feeling that if the Tigers were going to actually lose during the regular season, it would've happened in an out-of-the-spotlight, on-the-road situation like Saturday night's game in Birmingham.
Memphis-UAB was only televised regionally by CSS, and therefore most of the country only caught the Tigers' amazing comeback (and the ugly postgame melee, with classless Blazers fans throwing debris, and Joey Dorsey being restrained from attacking them) via highlight reels. Down 77-70 with 1:23 to go, the Tigers went on an 9-1 run -- with six of the points coming from All-America lock Chris Douglas-Roberts -- to close the game and save their undefeated season. Whereas Memphis has been prone to cold streaks from the field and the free-throw line in less-hyped Conference USA games, it has looked unbeatable in its marquee matchups at FedEx Forum. Just ask Georgetown, Arizona and Gonzaga how difficult it is to pull off an upset in that building.
(Update: Thanks to this photo posted on the Memphis Commercial Appeal's Web site Sunday, there's evidence of a player identified as Tigers forward Pierre Niles slapping a fan in the UAB student section. So it appears -- beyond what was presented in the highlights -- that there was a lack of class on both sides. Conference USA said on Sunday night that it was investigating the matter.)
2. Damn, Indiana. Did you really go from treating Kelvin Sampson like persona non grata when he walked onto Assembly Hall's court on Saturday night, to chanting his name with less than two minutes left in that 80-61 win over Michigan State? Sampson's entry was met with a mix of boos and groans and uncomfortable silence. Somehow he managed to walk off the court like Sen. Clay Davis emerged from this week's grand jury hearing in The Wire: gleefully victorious. I'm happy there will be no postseason ban for the Hoosiers. None of the players had anything to do with Sampson's deceptions and disregard for NCAA rules, after all. But letting Sampson continue to coach while IU sharpens the guillotine -- and athletic director Rick Greenspan figures out ways to suggest he wasn't solely to blame for Sampson's hiring -- just makes for sad theater.
3. Brook and Robin Lopez put on quite the show for Stanford on Saturday at Arizona, with Brook (23 points, 10 boards) hitting the game-winning free throws, and Robin (14 points, eight rebounds) swatting Chase Budinger's last-second layup attempt. Brook, who seems to get at least one touch on every Cardinal offensive possession, is already listed as the fourth pick in DraftExpress' 2008 mock, but you have to wonder: If there were just one Lopez, rather than twins, and he had Brook's offensive skills and Robin's defensive skills, would he be regarded as a better NBA prospect than Greg Oden was last year?
4. I just watched Notre Dame barely survive against Rutgers at the RAC, and was reminded of something that Irish guard Kyle McAlarney had pointed out after Wednesday's loss to UConn: That meeting with the Huskies -- which took place on Feb. 13, mind you -- was Notre Dame's first road game in an on-campus arena all season. How in the name of Kelly Tripucka could that happen? To start, the Irish didn't play a single true road game outside of the Big East: they played only neutral-site affairs in St. Thomas (the Paradise Jam) and New York (the Jimmy V). And then their first four Big East road games were all at off-campus, NBA-style arenas used by Marquette (Bradley Center), Georgetown (Verizon Center), Villanova (Wachovia Center) and Seton Hall (Prudential Center). The Irish are a high-quality team with a legit All-America candidate in Luke Harangody, but they haven't exactly been battle-tested away from South Bend.
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XRD patterns measured at room temperature for films grown on (001). Both monoclinic (an open triangle) and rutile (an arrow) phases were seen at . The rutile peaks indicated with arrows monotonically shift with increasing the W doping .
Out-of-plane lattice constant against the composition in . The dashed line is a linear fit. The -axis lattice constants of powder samples reported by Israelsson et al. (Ref. 21) are also plotted (open circles) for comparison. The in-plane lattice constants of the films are completely locked to that of substrate.
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Apartment in San Polo, Venice
Apartment | 2 bedrooms | sleeps 4
|Key Info
Ref. 16308 - Elegant and well-decorated, this spacious 75m2 apartment is found on the third floor of a typical Venetian residence (without a lift) located in the beautiful Cannaregio district. The apartment is located 200m from the stunning Cà d'Oro palazzo, constructed in the first half of the 15th century by the Contarini family and which gets its name from the beauty of the architecture which through the centuries has been home to many powerful Venetian families.
Capable of accommodating 4 guests, the apartment opens into the bright living room where you will find a comfortable sofa, a spacious kitchen that is equipped with everything you might need to prepare your favourite dishes, and a dining table and chairs that provide the perfect place to spend time with your fellow guests when you decide to stay in. The simple bathroom is equipped with a shower that is perfect for unwinding after a day spent discovering the mystery and charm of this fantastic city. The sleeping area is made up of two large bedrooms which ensure privacy and a good night's sleep for all guests. The first has a double bed and a wardrobe, and the second features two single beds, a wardrobe and a small desk.
The nearest 'vaporetto' ferry stop to the apartment is 'Cà d'Oro', from which it is possible to explore the beautiful area surrounding the island.
This apartment is perfect for a family or a group of friends who wish to spend their stay at the heart of spectacular Venice.
|Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms
|Will consider
|Long term lets (over 1 month), Short breaks (1-4 days)
|Car not necessary
|Nearest travel links
|Nearest airport: Marco Polo Airport 7.15 km
|Family friendly
|Great for children of all ages
|Pets welcome, No smoking at this property
Features and Facilities
|Central heating, TV
|Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
|Dishwasher, Microwave, Fridge
|2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms of which 1 Family bathrooms
|Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1)
|Linen provided, Towels provided
|Balcony or terrace
|Further details
Cot available on request for €5 per day.
Check-in between 14:00 and 20:00.
Late check-in between 20:00 and 23:00 will incur an additional charge of €40.
Check-out between 09:00 and 10:00.
A tourism tax of 0.5 - 3 € per person, per night is applicable for the first 5 nights of the reservation. The amount varies depending on the season. Children under the age of eleven are exempt from this payment. Children between 11-16 years pay just 50 %. The property owner will take responsibility for both the collection and payment of this tax.
Venice, Veneto
In Short: Calm, narrow streets, rich in history.
Highlights: Jewish Ghetto, Chiesa Della Madonna DellOrto, Campo Dei Mori.
Getting around: Ferry Line 1 and 2 to Piazza San Marco/ From the Guglie stop Ferry 52 to the Centre; From Santa Lucia station Bus Shuttle to Marco Polo Airport.
Why stay: well connected with the centre, a perfect area for shopping, romantic spot along the banks of the Canal Grande.
Description: Canareggio is the most northern district in Venice. There are a number of legends explaining its name, one which refers to the many reed beds or canneto that formerly lined the area. It is the second largest neighborhood after Castello. The homonymous canal was formerly the main entrance to Venice before it was connected by overland railway. Along with the Grand Canal it is currently the only inland canal where the ferries or Vaporetti can pass.
One of the quietest and most modest districts in the city, it has conserved a great deal of its beauty, and is divided by a network of wide canals, and full of little narrow streets, small shops, simple bars and handicraft workshops.
There are numerous buildings of tourist and cultural interest including the gothic XIV century Church Madonna dellOrto that contains many of the works of Tintoretto; who as a parishioner was buried there.
Also worthy of a visit are the former charity building (the old school of mercy) Scuola Vecchia della Misericordia in the dellAbazia area, and the Santa Maria dei Miracoli church that was one of the first Renaissance style buildings in Venice.
The Campo dei Mori area; the name also assigned to the statues erected there, is derived from its past as the home of the tradesmen from Morea in the Greek Peloponese Islands. The home of the famous Tintoretto is also close by. It is believed he lived in the house from 1574 until his death; identified easily with a clearly marked bust statue and memorial plaque.
A little off the beaten and more conventional track within the Canareggio district is the neighborhood of the Ghetto: the oldest Jewish quarter in the world. The very first settlements date back to the V century.
In Venice the Jewish community flourished and expanded and various synagogues and schools were built. It is also the area of the city with the tallest buildings. The Jews were not permitted to build and expand within the city and therefore were forced to construct vertically over the buildings already in place. This area is also home to the Jewish Museum of Venice.
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- Fiesta de Muertos: week end of October 26 /27 and November 1/2/3.
VIRGEN DE GUADALUPE CELEBRATION - Overnight vigil December 11/12
Nine night procession depicting the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem is portrayed with Christmas carols in English and Spanish. Children's piñata breaking and live entertainment each evening. Complimentary champurrado and pan dulce.
LAS POSADAS - December 16th Christmas Eve, December 24th
Nine night procession depicting the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem is portrayed with Christmas carols in English and Spanish. Children's piñata breaking and live entertainment each evening.
LOS TRES REYES - January 6th - A celebration of the Epiphany of the Magi (visit of the Three Kings) with music and a procession on Olvera Street followed by a colorful theatrical production in the Plaza.
FIESTA DE LA CANDELARIA - February 2nd - Traditional blessing of elaborately dressed icons in the culmination of the Christmas season. Music and prizes.
MARDI GRAS CHILDREN'S WORKSHOPS - March 4- "Fat Tuesday" before Ash Wednesday, 9am 2 pm Olvera Street style Children's Carnival with singing and dancing, a festive parade, crowning of "Little King and Queen," mask making workshops and piñata breaking .
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS - April 19 - This centuries-old tradition of blessing the animals for the benefits they provide mankind, has been celebrated in the Plaza since 1930. All pets welcome. Live Entertainment. Petting zoo and free pony rides.
OLVERA STREET ANNVERSARY CELEBRATION -April 12. Nuestra Tierra Conference Celebrating the reopening of Olvera Street as a Mexican Marketplace in 1930. It is the oldest street in Los Angeles and home of the Avila Adobe, the oldest adobe in Los Angeles.
FIESTA DE LAS FLORES Music Festival - June 14. The entire Monument, including the colorful Olvera Street Mexican Marketplace is decorated to create scenes from Los Angeles' historic past. Various areas provide opportunities for both amateur and professional photographers alike. Local professional & amateur musicians provide entertainment. June 16,2012.
Additional Traditional Events scheduled through out the year.