text: Cancer Lung Cancer Diagnosis Print Primary and Secondary Lung Cancer By Lynne Eldridge, MD facebook Lynne Eldrige, MD, is a lung cancer physician, patient advocate, and award-winning author of "Avoiding Cancer One Day at a Time." Learn about our editorial process Lynne Eldridge, MD Medically reviewed by Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD on November 18, 2019 Doru Paul, MD, is board-certified in internal medicine, medical oncology, and hematology. Learn about our Medical Review Board Doru Paul, MD on November 18, 2019 Lung Cancer Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping In This Article Table of Contents Expand Definition of Primary Lung Cancer Definition of Secondary Lung Cancer Two Primaries Tumors With Unknown Primary View All The terms primary lung cancer, secondary lung cancer, and second primary lung cancer are used often in oncology and can be confusing to people living with the disease. A primary lung cancer refers to an original cancer in the lungs that is unrelated to any previous cancer. In other words, it is not metastases from another cancer. A secondary lung cancer can mean different things. It may be used to refer to a second primary lung cancer, which is a second and unrelated cancer in the lungs in someone who had a previous lung cancer. It may also be used to refer to metastases to the lungs from a cancer such as breast cancer, or the spread of lung cancer to other regions. Some people may also hear the term "unknown primary" in referring to cancer. We will take a better look at what these terms mean here. Definition of Primary Lung Cancer A primary lung cancer is a cancer that begins in the lungs. Most commonly, primary lung cancer is referred to simply as lung cancer, without adding the word primary. Understanding the difference between primary and secondary lung cancer can help explain why this description may be used. A primary lung cancer can refer to any type of lung cancer, whether non-small cell lung cancer, small cell lung cancer, carcinoid tumor, or other uncommon types. The cause is also not important in using the term primary lung cancer. Metastases From the Lungs to Other Regions If a primary lung cancer spreads to other regions of the body (known as metastasis) it is referred to primary lung cancer metastatic to the location of the spread. For example, cancer that begins in the lungs and spreads to the brain would be termed "primary lung cancer metastatic to the brain." Definition of Secondary Lung Cancer The term secondary lung cancer may refer to either metastatic cancer, or a second primary lung cancer. Metastases to the Lungs Cancers that begin in other regions of the body and spread to the lungs are not primary cancers. Sometimes they are described as "secondary cancers" but most often they are defined first by the site of the cancer followed by "metastatic to the lungs." For example, a breast cancer that spreads to the lungs may be called "breast cancer metastatic to the lungs," "metastatic lung cancer from the breast," or "a primary breast cancer with secondary lung involvement." This is important as there are many cancers which do not begin in, but spread to the lungs. On the other hand, if someone with breast cancer developed another unrelated cancer that began in the lungs, that tumor would be considered a primary lung cancer. The person, in the this case, would have a "second primary cancer. Second Primary Lung Cancer vs. Metastases When someone who has had lung cancer develops a second lung cancer, the second lung cancer could be one of two things. Most commonly, a second area of cancer in the lungs occurring in someone who has had lung cancer is a metastasis—that is, the spread of the lung cancer already present (even if removed in the past by surgery) to another area in the lungs. This would be referred to as a lung metastasis from the primary lung cancer, but the term secondary cancer is also sometimes used to describe this finding. The description you might read on a report may say something like: "primary lung cancer metastatic to another region in the lungs." In contrast, and not uncommonly, people may develop a second primary lung cancer. This refers to a completely new lung cancer unrelated to the first lung cancer. It may be the same type of lung cancer but would differ from the first in its molecular characteristics. This second primary lung cancer would have started with a different cluster of cancer cells than the first tumor. A second primary lung cancer may be found shortly after a first diagnosis, or many years later. Two Primaries It may seem surprising that people would develop two separate lung cancers that are unrelated, but as noted above, this is not uncommon. It can help to think about the risk factors for lung cancer and causes. Whatever caused one lung cancer to begin could also damage other cells in the lungs in a way that could lead to cancer. For example, people who carry a genetic risk for breast cancer sometimes develop two separate and unrelated breast cancers due to a gene mutation they carry. Likewise, people who have a genetic risk for lung cancer or are exposed to substances that cause lung cancer such as tobacco or radon in the home, may also at times develop two unrelated lung cancers. Are They Separate? Sometimes two separate cancers develop in the lungs at the same time. In this scenario, both tumors would be considered primary lung cancers. It can be difficult at first glance to know whether two cancers like this are unrelated, or if in fact one of the cancers is metastases due to the original and only primary cancer. With advanced testing, such as molecular profiling of lung cancers, it is possible most of the time to determine if the cancers are unrelated. Tumors With Unknown Primary On rare occasions, a tumor is found in the lungs and doctors can't be certain where it originated—the original site of the cancer is unknown. Some cancers are only discovered after they have spread to many parts of the body, including the lungs. In this case, the cancer would be called "metastatic cancer to the lungs of unknown origin," not a primary lung cancer. The tumor cells in these cancer are often very "undifferentiated" meaning that it is challenging to tell what type of cell they were originally before they became malignant. A Word From Verywell There are many challenging terms in oncology, and most people weren't interested in learning this new language before this diagnosis. The best option is to ask a lot of questions, and ask again if the answers aren't satisfying to you. Oncology is changing so rapidly that being your own advocate in your care and learning about your disease can sometimes make a difference in outcomes. Was this page helpful? 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* Polar cities remain off the media radar (interview)
* Letter to Editor
Boston Globe
Boston, Mass., USA
Webposted: January 8, 2008
Dear Editor,
In a recent column, Jeff Jacoby noted that "[climate] science isn't areligion, and those who dispute its leading theory are not heretics". Good point. Jacoby added: "Much remains to be learned about how andwhy climate changes, and there is neither virtue nor wisdom in an emotional rush to counter global warming - especially if what's comingis a global Big Chill".
We need all the humor we can get when it comes to the issues of global warming and climate change. However, in the event that global warming is for real, and that in the far distant future, perhaps in the year 2500 or so, survivors of climate change have to live in "polar cities" along the Arctic Circle, it won't be a laughing matter anymore. We need to put all of our heads together and find a way out of this mess, no matter which side of the political aisle we are on. You never heard of "polar cities"? Google the term and see what the future might hold. It's not a pretty picture, and it's not funny.
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East African governments are working on increasing compensation for victims of collapsed banks as part of efforts to boost depositor confidence in the banking industry, which has had incidences of bank failures in the past five years.
Regional member states are working towards harmonising rules and regulations for dealing with troubled banks as part of measures to enhance the stability of the region's banking sector.
In 2016, the EAC member states through the Monetary Affairs Committee resolved to jointly put in place measures to deal with troubled banks.
Recently, Kenya's Deposit Insurance Corporation (KDIC) increased the insurance coverage for depositors to Ksh500,000 ($5,000) from Ksh100,000 ($1000), which had been in force for three decades.
The increase came after the KDIC jointly with the US-Treasury carried out a study in 2016 on the possibility of reviewing the insured deposits to boost confidence in the banking sector.
Last month, Ugandan Finance Minister Matia Kasaija announced plans to increase the deposit insurance limit to Ush10 million ($2,700) from Ush3 million ($809) before the end of this year.
"The government is committed to ensuring that the banking sector remains safe and sound. The public is encouraged to deposit their savings in the formal banking sector," said Mr Kasaija.
In Tanzania, the Deposit Insurance Board has increased the amount of protected deposits from Tsh500,000 ($215) to Tsh1,500,000 ($646), while the Deposit Guarantee Fund of Rwanda protects eligible deposits up to Rwf500,000 ($535) per depositor per member bank and microfinance institution.
In Kenya, 90 per cent of total deposits in the banking sector have balances of less than Ksh100,000 ($1,000) while only one per cent of the deposit accounts have more than Ksh1 million ($10,000).
The latest development increases coverage from 90 per cent of the deposits to 98 per cent and in terms of value from eight per cent of deposits to 20 per cent.
"Our main aim is to enhance confidence in the industry and reward depositors who have been resilient during hard times and thereafter mobilise more savings," KDIC chief executive Mohamud Ahmed Mohamud told The EastAfrican.
According to Mr Mohamud, in the unlikely event that a bank is put under liquidation depositors will be compensated within a period of 30 days.
Deposit insurance is the protection provided by governments to depositors of bank or deposit-taking institutions. It assures depositors of compensation in case a bank collapses.
Since 1989, Kenya has been compensating depositors of failed institutions up to a maximum of Ksh100,000 ($1,000).
While this amount fully covers small depositors, it leaves medium to high net worth savers who control over 90 per cent of an estimated Ksh3.5 trillion ($35 billion) worth of deposits highly exposed.
The new policy shift takes effect on July 1, 2020.
Compensation to depositors is made from the levies that banks pay to KDIC every year. Although banks currently pay premiums to KDIC at a flat rate of 0.15 per cent of their total deposits in a year, Mr Mohamud said the model is switching to a risk-based one on July 1, 2020 where high risk and unstable lenders pay more compared with more stable institutions.
In Uganda, there are about 11 million accounts including micro-deposit taking institutions with an estimated Ush20 trillion ($5.4 billion) worth of deposits. However, 98 per cent of deposit accounts have less than Ush3 million ($809).
In terms of total deposits in the sector, only 9.4 per cent are insured.
"The Deposit Insurance Fund, together with the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, is working on revising this limit in order to cover a larger percentage of deposits in the sector," said Ben Patrick Kagoro, chairman of Uganda's Deposit Protection Fund in the 2018 annual report.
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suggest professional expertise to potential patients
who may be unfamiliar with peer-reviewed publications. Similarly, patients look for physician reviews
on social media in the same way they might look for
reviews when evaluating a contractor or a caterer.
Social media is uniquely positioned to enhance
a surgeon's professional life. It can be leveraged for
education, collaboration, research dissemination, and
patient recruitment. Mobile platforms allow users to
engage one another via social media, allowing for communication in small, productive bursts. Social media
breaks down geographic and practice setting barriers
and makes surgeons more accessible to patients, advocates, and each other.
On the down side, social media also can erase the
boundaries between surgeons' professional and private lives. As the growth in social networking sites
continues, many questions remain regarding how these
developments will affect surgeons. The difficult situations that can arise through the use of social media add
layers of complexity to traditional ethical issues, and
despite social media's widely touted advantages, many
critics believe that social media use by physicians and
surgeons can be a precarious endeavor. 14
Frequent posting of unprofessional online content by medical students and residents is an example
of questionable use of social media. 15 The variability of unprofessional online commentary found in
multiple studies ranges from Health Insurance Por-tability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) violations
and sensationalistic reporting of traumatic patient
injuries to anecdotal bragging about episodes of inebriation and descriptions of sexual encounters. 16, 17
These lapses in judgment not only undermine generally accepted tenets of professional behavior,
but they may create public mistrust of the medical profession. As a result of such activity, medical
education administrators have begun advocating for
screening of an applicant's online activity. 18
While the inappropriateness of these public
lapses in judgment on social media may seem obvious, part of the challenge regarding appropriate
online communication stems from the absence
of a widely held standard of professionalism. The
presumed anonymity of online posting and social
media interactions lowers the threshold for unprofessional behavior, and well-established guidelines
on what constitutes appropriate behavior can be
hard to find. 17 The barriers that separated a surgeon's professional life from his or her personal
affairs are much more susceptible to breaches.
Social media allows for virtually all facets of an
individual's life to be interconnected.
It should not be surprising that, with this paucity of boundaries, interactions between physicians
and patients have transcended the former limitations of the physician-patient relationship. 19 One
example of this newly available interaction occurs
when a patient delivers a "friend request" to his or
her physician. Inevitably, the physician is placed in
the awkward position of trying to appease a friendly
request while guarding against privacy endangerment. Acceptance of a patient's invitation to formally
establish a more social relationship can diminish the
professional limitations of an acquaintance, exposing the patient to the online personal life of his or
her health care provider. Aside from the challenges
this situation may create during office-based consultations, such a relationship also can expose a surgeon
to risk if the patient has maladjusted behavioral patterns. Vulnerability to criminal activity of varying
degrees is certainly increased—multiple accounts
have been published by the lay press involving health
care professionals who have been stalked or even
assaulted by patients or their associates as a consequence of learning and acting on information easily
accessed via social media. Given the personal time
and family interests that surgeons sacrifice throughout their training and careers, it seems remarkable
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Quantum Code Scam Review.
Quantum Code Review:http://www.binaryscamalerts.com/quantum-code-scam-legit-review-software/
Greedy scammers wish to abuse the great name of Wall Street. One particular example is the particular Quantum code scam. Here is our detailed evaluation of the Quantum Code software and the apparent Michael Crawford, you have come to the proper location. These persons may even send you numerous fake signs and scam emails in a bid to win your trust. This will eventually work to your downside, so be aware of this review.
When the Quantum Code sales video starts, all of us are introduced to the man called Michael Crawford who states have featured in Forbes and some other financial magazines. He likewise claims to be a big time philanthropist who offers 3 nicknames so far. Without further ado, we all should now get straight to the point starting now.
The first point you need to realize is that Michael Crawford has never been featured in Forbes magazine. Indeed, if you search the web site of Forbes magazine, a person will come across a single article which was carried out by Michael B. Crawford. NOT the Michael Crawford of Quantum Code software program.
Michael B. Crawford is an editor with typically the Ny Times, so presently there is no relationship in between him and the binary options market. We don�t think Michael Crawford, the criminal presenter of the Quantum Code system has curiosity in writing newspaper articles.Read Quantum Code review


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What is it about beets that gives them such a bad rap? They are vibrant in color, rich in vitamins and nutrients, and oh so versatile. The rosemary and garlic in this Beet Chips with Tzatziki Dipping Sauce recipe tone down the earthy taste that is sometimes off-putting with beets, leaving you with a satisfyingly crunchy chip that is perfect dipped in Tzatziki sauce.
You can feel good that you're trying a healthier option than plain old potato chips, and giving the sadly overlooked beet a chance. If you have more Tzatziki sauce than you end up needing, save it for a tasty veggie dip.
Yields: 4 servings | Calories: 170 | Total Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 400mg | Carbohydrates: 9g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Protein: 6g | SmartPoints (Freestyle): 5
- 4 medium red and golden beets (if available)
- 2 teaspoons Kosher or sea salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup shredded cucumber
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed and minced
- 1 tablespoon dry dill
- 2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher or sea salt
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Peel beets and slice 1/8-inch thick. In a small bowl, combine salt, rosemary and garlic powder.
- Gently toss beets with the olive oil and salt mixture. Line cooking sheet with parchment paper and lightly mist with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange beets on the sheet so they are not overlapping or touching.
- Bake 15 minutes, turn over and continue baking until golden, approximately 10-15 minutes (being careful not to burn). Allow to cool to room temperature and store in an airtight container.
- Squeeze as much water from the shredded cucumber as possible. Combine cucumber, Greek yogurt, garlic, dill, olive oil, and salt in bowl. Stir until combined and refrigerate until ready to serve.


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I could say it's been the best of times and the worst of times, but the start of a new novel is so much of both that it can be hard to tell which end is up. I guess that's part of the romance of writing, those first-date days when you're not sure what each moment will bring.
The new novel I'm writing is partly the offspring of a recent writer's conference — this one was good— and partly the result of a casting off of the old journalism garb. As Hemingway once mentioned, in paraphrase, journalism is a nice place to visit, but you wouldn't want to live there, at least not if you're planning to write fiction that goes beyond boundaries to capture the reader's imagination.
Trading the "just the facts" approach for the "writing without borders" method is a little like walking onto a stage the first time or anytime; there's a sense of endless possibilities — that great thrill of being out there and engaging the audience, then suddenly becoming aware that you don't quite belong to yourself anymore, and neither does your work. I'm not sure why there's more of this feeling with fiction, but it's there, and not for the fainthearted. Then again, neither is anything these days.
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Snorkelling Day Trip From Bali To Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida
Enjoy a day trip from Bali Island to Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida. You will go to three points in Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida such as Manta Bay, Crystal Bay, Toyapakeh, Gamat Bay, Mangrove Point, etc. The trip gives you a chance to see the majestic Manta Rays too! Hotel transfers, Boat transfers, Buffet lunch are included. And you can enjoy kayaking through the mangrove after snorkelling.
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Hotel pickup available
Mobile ticket
What's included :
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Kuta, Jimbaran, Canggu, Nusa Dua, Central Ubud, Denpasa and Sanur)
- Snacks
- Welcome Drink
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Towel and Locker
- Lunch - Buffet lunch
- Kayaking
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's excluded :
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from outside our coverage area is available with additional cost.
- Hotel transfers outside Central Ubud will be charged IDR 200.000/car for each direction.
- Hotel transfers from Pecatu will be charged IDR 150.000/car for each direction.
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
- This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Lembongan Water Sport, Mangrove Beach, Jungutbatu Village Mesari Beach Restaurant, 80771 Indonesia
Enjoy complimentary pick up and drop off from and to your hotel (Kuta, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Ubud City, Canggu and Denpasar). Then you will take a 40 minutes boat ride from Sanur pier to Nusa Lembongan. A welcome drink and some balinese snacks will be given on your arrival.
The snorkelling trip will visit 3 points. The fishes and corals in Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida are known as one of the best that you will love it. For you who are not comfortable with water, you don't need to worry because the guides will be watching, and life jackets are provided.
After having fun in the water, you will be brought back to the restaurant to enjoy the delicious Indonesian Buffet Lunch! Juices, coffee and Tea are included. Then you will enjoy kayaking or taking a small boat for a mangrove tour.
Departure Point :Jalan Sanur Beach Street Walk, Jl. Sanur Beach Street Walk, Sanur Kaja, Kec. Denpasar Sel., Kota Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up guests for free from hotels in Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Sanur, Canggu and Central Ubud (Coco Supermarket area).We offer pick up service from Balangan, Bingin, Uluwatu, Pecatu, and outside Ubud Central for a surcharge of IDR150.000-IDR200.000/car for each direction.
Departure Time :8:00 AM
Return Detail :Returns to original departure point
Hotel Pickup :
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Infants must sit on laps
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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Most professional truck drivers interviewed in Ohio and California expressed favorable views of on-board connected vehicle safety applications installed on Class 8 commercial vehicles.
Experience with V2V and V2I safety applications on commercial vehicles
East Liberty,Ohio,United States; Alameda Point,California,United States
Summary Information
In the summer of 2012 driver acceptance clinics were conducted in California and Ohio to introduce the system to 112 professional truck drivers who were previously unfamiliar with the system. At each clinic, participants drove equipped vehicles on a test track where applications could be demonstrated in a controlled environment and drivers could be subject to a number of repeatable driving scenarios. A test conductor rode in the passenger seat of each vehicle and then at the conclusion of testing drivers were surveyed to collect information on their overall experience and perceptions.
Test vehicles:
- Two heavy vehicles were equipped with connect vehicle technology. In each heavy vehicle a computer tablet was installed to the right of the steering wheel to display safety messages to the driver. In addition, safety alerts generated by each application were amplified using the vehicle's stereo system.
- One light vehicle (passenger vehicle) equipped with connected vehicle technology was used as a remote vehicle to trigger safety applications on each tractor.
- One small van truck (with 10 foot bed) was used to obstruct the view between the tractor and the passenger vehicle.
- Test Scenarios:
- Intersection Movement Assist (IMA): A heavy vehicle rolls into an intersection with an obstructed passenger vehicle approaching.
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW): A heavy vehicle encounters a stopped passenger vehicle in the same lane.
- Emergency Electronic Brake Light (EEBL): A heavy vehicle is following a van truck that changes lanes to reveal a stopped passenger vehicle.
- Blind Spot Warning, Lane Change Warning (BSW/LCW): A passenger vehicle is in the blind spot of a heavy vehicle.
Based on the results of post-drive written questionnaires and in-depth interviews that invited a free-form response, the independent evaluator found that most participants expressed favorable views of the system. Most common compliments included:
- "Must have"
- "At last? or "About time"
- "Better system than I expected. Very impressed."
- "Very, very good thing. No unexpected rear end [crash]."
- "The technology was excellent. The equipment was very good."
- "I like the fact that the driver is still in control, and the truck doesn't try to drive the situation."
- "I would buy this,? or "I would want my employer to buy this."
- "[Even considering its flaws], any increase in safety would be worth it."
In addition to compliments, several participants shared concerns with over-reliance on using dashboard located indicators as a means to identify threats. Representative comments included:
- "Want eyes out the window"
- "Experienced drivers should use their mirrors and not the BSW"
- "Audio [warning] more important than visual [warning]."
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Connected Commercial Vehicles—Integrated Truck Project Driver Clinics, Performance Tests, and Lessons Learned Final Report
Author: Pape, Doug; Jason Holdridge; and Denny Stephens
Published By: U.S. DOT Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
Prepared by Battelle for the FHWA
Source Date: 01/31/2014
Other Reference Number: Report No. FHWA-JPO-13-110URL: https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/27119
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Intelligent Transportation Systems > Crash Prevention & Safety > Collision Avoidance > Lane Change Assistance
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This tour will start with one night in Reykjavik where you will get to know Icelandic art and culture. Our painting courses will take place in area of Borgarfjordur. During this time of the year the nature is in constant changing so each day will bring you a new sight.
This painting holiday is suitable for all levels and a great opportunity to capture Icelandic nature at its best and create beautiful images. You will get the best out of your painting and sketching abilities among getting inside into the local life and local food. With a mix of instruction and workshop you can do as much or as little of painting and drawing as you wish. The area is filled with possibilities so if you don't want to paint you can investigate what the neighbourhood has to offer. Golf courses, hiking opportunities and beautiful waterfall is only an example of what you can do.
Our artist Asgeir Jon Asgeirsson is a professional painter and experienced tutor who will share its knowledge and experience helping guests to look and interpret what they see in a deeper more meaningful way.
Included in the package:
Accommodation: First night in 3 + – 4* hotel in Reykjavik. 5 nights in Hotel Bifrost in Borgarfjordur. Hotel Bifrost is located in a small university campus. Hotel Bifrost is a cosy hotel at a very beautiful and scenic location at the heart of Borgarfjordur in Iceland. You can choose between double single and even triple room which all comes with privat facilities. All tutoral sessions are inside the hotel in one of the meeting rooms. We might go out to paint or sketch in the beautiful nature if/when weather allows. Breakfast is included during the whole time.
Meals: All meals are included except on day 1, 7 and 8. Breakfast is included on day 7.
Excursions: Art museums in Reykjavik and Beer tasting.
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– Drinks other than water coffee/tea
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Debian 32-bit 'unstable'. Right now 'unstable' maps to 'sid', but I keep it more or less at unstable, whatever that maps to at any given time.
If/when I update my hardware, I'll probably graduate to Debian 64-bit 'unstable'.
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This morning's gym book was How to Train Your Dragon (Young Adult 214 page) by Cressida Cowell.
"Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III is a truly extraordinary Viking hero known throughout Vikingdom as 'the Dragon Whisperer' … but it wasn't always so. Travel back to the days when the mighty warrior was just a boy, the quiet and thoughtful son of the Chief of the Hairy Hooligans. Can Hiccup capture a dragon and train it without being torn limb from limb? Join the adventure as the small boy finds a better way to train his dragon and becomes a hero!"
The book and the movie are not very similar. Just to get that out of the way.
I'm not quite sure what I should say about this book, and the main reason for that is because of how much I absolutely enjoy the movie. This is one of those weird times where I'm not positive if my having seen the movie first before I read this book hindered my view of the book or whether my having seen the movie first makes me more willing to forgive some of the concerns I have with the book.
The biggest difference between the book and the movie was the fact that in the book, there are zero female characters. In the movie, the female teenage Vikings participate in the dragon training on equal levels to the male teenagers, and in the case of Astrid, outperforms them in every way. The movie came out in 2010 and the original print of this book came out in 2003 in Great Britain and that may not seem like much time, but equality really has come a long way in that time. So I'm going to ignore that this book has only male characters and I'm going to focus on the things that were more positive in this book.
This book has some standard tropes in it, in the sense that the larger youths are bullies and they particularly enjoy picking on the two outcasts of the tribe, Hiccup and Fishlegs. As the story progresses, it's clear that the normal Viking way of brute force and loud noises will not work to solve their concerns about giant dragons. And I guess I really just didn't like how unlikable the dragons in this book are. The Green Death is fun because it's obviously messing around and the tone for it was interesting. I was hoping Toothless really would be a special dragon instead of just a garden variety dragon, and I was also hoping that Toothless would be a bit more noble, but I think that there's a lot of room for growth as the series continues.
Overall, this book was a good, fast read and it showed how you can use your heart and your wits to solve problems with a lot better judgment than yelling and screaming and being a bully. It was definitely a trope of the little guy who is born to do great things overcoming peer pressure and a series of trials and obstacles designed to test his ability to be the hero. It's also along the lines of being true to yourself and that's how you can become a hero. So overall, it has a lot of really great messages. I just couldn't get over the fact that this book contained no female characters. With that in mind, I'm glad I own the book, but it's probably only a middle grade two on my rating scale.
Works cited: Cowell, Cressida. How to Train Your Dragon. New York: Hachette Book Group, 2010. Original print 2003.


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Canon Releases Footage To Show Its New Camera Shooting At 4,560,000 ISO | Fstoppers
It is quite incredible what this #camera can achieve. Although the footage at 4,560,000 ISO is expectedly noisy it still blows your mind to think that the sensor is effectively turning a pitch black source into something recognizable without any infrared assistance. Dropping the ISO to the 100,000 ISO range produces a rather pleasing and completely usable image.
This new camera really pushes the boundaries of what sensors are capable of recording and given enough time these will surely become standard specs on consumer products. At the moment however this is a very niche product, and although it is slated for release this coming December, the price point remains at the earlier speculated $30,000.
Peter House is a commercial fashion photographer from Toronto, Canada. He shoots over 10,000 pieces of clothing every year for a variety of lookbooks. Clients range from small local boutiques to international brands such as Target, Winners, and Sears. In addition to that Peter runs one of the most popular rental studio's in the Toronto area.
Huge pixels, high gain. I wonder what is their base ISO? 4 096 000 is as far from, say, 16 000 (normal ISO for modern camera, right) as 16 000 from 64 – i.e. 8 steps.
I like the scene shot with just candle light. Then I think back a few decades back, when Stanley Kubrick shot scenes in Barry Lyndon, with just candle light.
A while ago we reported that #Canon has come out with a new camera geared towards shooting at extremely high ISO. The new ME20F-SH from Canon can shoot in full HD at over 4,000,000 ISO. Now Canon Japan has released some promotional footage to show us what we can expect from this new camera and these new possibilities.


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THE AMERICAN KODÁLY INSTITUTE Education on a Different Scale: Summer Master's Degree in Kodály Music Education
Loyola's American Kodály Institute provides a rigorous teacher training program that enables music educators to realize their peak potential in personal musicianship and teaching skills. The Kodály Institute's 21st century application of the principles of Hungarian pedagogue Zoltán Kodály integrates cutting-edge music learning theory with a uniquely nurturing environment that produces artist/educator/scholars of the highest caliber. The program applies the latest music education research with the goal of music literacy for all. Kodály-trained teachers research and select songs and singing games to support the vocal music demographics of their student population, so that each school's Kodály-based music program is a custom fit.
Loyola is one of a handful of institutions worldwide that goes beyond Kodály certification and offers a Master of Education degree in Kodály Music Education. The program coursework is designed for working music educators, and can be completed over the course of four consecutive summers, culminating in the development of an extensive, practical, and usable portfolio in lieu of a master's thesis.
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Molinare has officially opened a new ADR suite in its Soho studio in anticipation of increased ADR output and to complement last month's CAS award-winning ADR work on Fleabag. Other recent ADR credits for the company include Good Omens, The Capture and Strike Back. Molinare sister company Hackenbacker also picked up some award love with a a BAFTA TV Craft and an AMPS award for Killing Eve.
Molinare and Hackenbacker's audio setup includes nine mixing theaters, three of which have Dolby 5.1/7.1 Theatrical or Commercials & Trailers Certification, and one has full Dolby Atmos home entertainment mix capability.
Molinare works on high-end TV dramas, feature films, feature documentaries and TV reality programming. Recent audio credits include BBC One's Dracula, The War of the Worlds from Mammoth Screen and Worzel Gummidge. Hackenbacker has recently worked on HBO's Avenue 5 for returning director Armando Iannucci and Carnival Film's Downton Abbey and has contributed to the latest season of Peaky Blinders.


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There are over 500 different species of violas and they are easy to care for. Most of the violas cultivated in gardens are grown as annuals or short-lived perennials. Many will self-seed and give you years of delight. Violas are primarily cool-season bloomers; they are perfect for starting and ending the season in colder climates and for bridging the seasons in warmer zones, where they can remain in bloom throughout the winter. The timing for planting violas will depend on your climate.
Violas are edible flowers and make unexpected garnishes and salad ingredients. They can also be candied for a frosted effect or used to decorate cakes or other confections.
|Botanical Name
|Violaceae is the genus with over 500 species
|Common Name
|Sweet Violets, Johnny-Jump-Up, Garden Pansy, Pansy, Violets
|Plant Type
|Annuals or short-lived perennials
|Mature Size
|6 to 10 inches tall, with 2- to 3-inch wide flowers
|Sun Exposure
|Full sun
|Soil Type
|Rich, moist, well-draining soil
|Soil pH
|5.4 to 5.8
|Bloom Time
|Spring or fall bloom (or both)
|Flower Color
|Light to deep violet, white, blue, yellow, and cream
|Hardiness Zones
|3 through 8
|Native Area
|North America
How to Grow Violas
These are quite versatile plants that work well both indoor and out. Violas' size, compact habit, and long flowering period are perfect for containers. Trailing varieties are exquisite in hanging baskets and tumbling over the edge of containers and window boxes. They are standouts in bouquets and arrangements. You'll notice the flower's scents more when they're indoors.
Outdoors, the mounded plants make a lovely edging along a path or to define a garden border. Violas are as at home in woodland settings as they are filling crevices in rock walls. Combine them with other cool weather lovers like snapdragons, calendula, and Dianthus. Or tuck violas between spring flowering bulbs such as tulips and daffodils to fill the space as the bulbs fade.
Violas like full sun, but not the heat it brings. This isn't a problem in cool spring temperatures, but when planting in the fall, make sure they get some shade during the hottest part of the afternoon. Mulch and water will help offset the stress of high temperature.
Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. They can tolerate some drought but will bloom best with regular watering.
Temperature and Humidity
Violas are some of the most cool-weather-loving early-spring flowers. They enjoy milder temperatures from 40 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. With proper care, they can bloom all summer and most will bloom again in the fall.
Use a slow-release fertilizer into the soil. Fertilize in the spring and again in late summer to promote a fall bloom.
Propagating Violas
Violas are easy to start from seed. They are quite happy to self-seed all over your garden. If you would like to start your own indoors, the process is very straightforward.
Start seed about 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting. Violas can withstand some freezing temperatures, so cold climate gardeners can pick a transplant date that is about 4 weeks before your last expected frost date. Warm climate gardeners transplanting in the fall should start their seeds in mid-summer. To do so:
- Use a sterile potting mix.
- Moisten the mix and fill your flats or pots to about 1/4 inch below the top edge.
- Sprinkle 2 to 3 seeds in each cell or pot and cover lightly with the more moistened potting mix. Note: Violas need darkness to germinate, so cover the seeds completely.
- Set in a warm (65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit) location and keep moist. On top of the refrigerator is a good spot. Seeds should begin to germinate in 10 to 14 days.
- Once the seeds sprout, move them to a sunny window or place under plant lights.
- When the first true leaves appear, you must thin the pot or cell to the strongest looking seeding by pinching or cutting the others at the soil line.
- At this point, a temperature of 55 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit is fine. You can also begin feeding your seedlings with any good balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Moving Your Viola Seedling Outdoors
When temperatures and weather permit transplanting outdoors, let the seedlings get adjusted to the change by hardening them off.
- Move the seedling to a shaded or protected location outdoors.
- Leave them outdoors for about 4 hours the first day and increase the time outside by 1 to 2 hours each day, slowly moving them into brighter light. The seedlings will tell you if they are unhappy by their appearance.
- Make sure the soil stays moist. Outdoor winds can dry pots quickly.
- Seedlings can be transplanted into the garden or containers after about 10 to 14 days of hardening. Just be sure the weather isn't taking a downturn. Violas can withstand some frost, but not a late season snow storm.
Direct-seeding Violas Into the Garden
Weather permitting, you can start viola seed directly in the garden.
- Good well-draining soil with organic matter is recommended.
- Loosen the soil in the planting area and moisten.
- Sprinkle the viola seed.
- Cover with about 1/4 soil and water well.
- Keep the seedbed moist.
- As seedlings develop, you must thin the plants to about 6 to 8 inches apart. Transplant excess seedlings.
Purchasing Bedding Viola Plants
Violas are often the first seedlings for sale in nurseries in spring in colder climates and at the end of the summer in warm areas.
- Look for healthy plants with lots of buds. Don't be overly tempted by plants already in flower. They won't transplant as easily, and you'll have a longer season of bloom if the plants are only in the bud when purchased.
- Remove the viola plants from their cell packs by pushing up on the bottom of the container. Don't grab the violas by their delicate stems.
- Gently loosen the soil around the roots and plant in the ground at the same level as they were in their cell pack.
Mounding violas should be spaced about 6 to 8 inches apart. Trailing or spreading varieties can be planted 10 to 12 inches apart. Violas begin blooming about 12 to 14 weeks after planting seeds. V. tricolor varieties bloom about two weeks earlier than V. cornuta. 'Penny' and 'Sorbet' will bloom 9 to 10 weeks from sowing.
Varieties of Violas
- Sweet Violets: Most of today's violas are derived from Viola odorata, the Sweet Violet. You'll stumble on them unexpectedly in fields and lawns and recognize them at once by their heady, sweet scent and deep violet color.
- Garden Violas: The violas cultivated for garden use are either:
- Viola tricolor/Johnny-Jump-Up: This is a self-seeding perennial with nickel-sized flowers marked with purple, yellow and white.
- Viola cornuta/Tufted or Horned Violets: These are spreading perennials with a rosette of leaves topped by 1 ½ inch flowers in a variety of colors with rays or lines in a deeper or contrasting shade. The plants can get 6 to 10 inches tall.
- Viola wittrockiana/Garden Pansy: This is a short-lived perennial with larger flowers. The plant grows about 8 inches tall and has 2 to 3 inches flowers that can be single colored or patterned. These are usually grown as annuals.
To promote blooming and extend the flowering period, remove or deadhead faded flowers by pinching off the blooms at the base of the flower stem. You can revive leggy or overgrown plants by cutting them back to about 3 to 4 inches tall. To avoid gray mold, don't let your plants sit in cool, wet conditions. Make sure your violas get plenty of sunshine and have good air circulation. If you notice aphids, wash the plants off with a strong stream of water, or, for severe problems, treat with insecticidal soap.


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'We need a leader. We have many missions to complete. We have to assassinate leaders of our aggressors, we have to destroy heavily guarded installations. We have many enemies, and they are not all human. We need to cross alien landscapes, over rocky surfaces, through vast subterranean caverns and across insect infested swamps. We need help. We need a leader.'footnote1 Taken from a computer game advertisement, this is the puerile plea of digital characters, a call echoed in hundreds of such games which invite players to become the ghost in the machine, to enter a virtual environment in which they will learn, travel and kill. To look at the new industry of computer entertainment is to take up issues of exchange and competition, the character of the commodity, fashion, allegory and objectification. It is also to deal with the issue of simulacra, much beloved by postmodern theorists. Far from believing that postmodern ideas of simulation adequately describe computer gaming, I shall look at two older cultural models which provide a more compelling account: Benjamin's writing on allegory and Adorno's theories about aesthetics and the culture industry. There is of course a considerable gap between the perspective and the technology of our time and that of these two thinkers, yet there are parallels for they witnessed the rise of the electronic mass media, at a time comparable to the current rapid growth in the use of computer games. This growth has been a quick, broad flourishing after more than a decade of minority use by a clique of technically minded and (in popular mythology) socially maladjusted, anorak-wearing males. While Benjamin and Adorno stood before a new age of television, we are currently entering a new era of interactive media.
The key feature which distinguishes computer media from other reproductive technologies is the total manipulation of a limited range of elements. To record a picture or a sound on computer is much more inefficient and expensive than using film or tape, and currently the quality of either on domestic machines is crude, but manipulability makes it worthwhile. The distinctiveness of computer games lies in interaction: the passivity of cinema and television is replaced by an environment in which the player's actions have a direct, immediate consequence on the world depicted. Players are surrounded by
Computer gaming falls readily into genres as rigid as those of nine-teenth-century academic painting. Games are arranged by genre on the shelves of software stores, so buyers may immediately find simulations or puzzles, adventure, arcade or role-playing games. These genres are characterized by game type rather than directly by subject matter but the two are often married in broad tendencies. With the exception of puzzles and to a lesser extent simulations, the genres are dominated by cinema and may be divided broadly into those that emulate film and those that emulate cartoons. Aside from this,
To some degree separated from cinematic games are a set of yuppie simulations which take the guise of 'serious' platforms designed to show off the capabilities of expensive computers.footnote6 Here flight and drive simulations (the latter modelling Porsches and other such toys) compete with golf games. The vain yearning for status of those uninvolved in these real activities is partly compensated for by having a computer of sufficient power to run fast and complex simulations. Occasionally the adverts for these games dwell overtly on the snobbery and envy which apparently drives their players: 'Ever sat at your desk and thought "great day for golf"? Or winced as you-know-who swaggered off to yet another tournament? No problem. Wait till you get home and go one better. Just pull up a chair and play links: The Challenge of Golf. And enjoy all the thrills of the game in the comfort of your own "clubhouse".'footnote7 Increasingly, however, the distinction between simulation and the story-based game is blurred as the more
If part of the pleasure of cinematic spectacle is an identification with the protagonist on the screen, involving an imaginative replay of the action, then computer games seek to make this mental act palpable. In Hollywood film there is already a marked trend towards producing a visceral and enveloping experience, through extreme close-ups, fast cutting and the frequent use of shock, and this is merely in the process of being completed by interactive technology. While the subject matter of computer games is utterly dependent on cinematic genres, cinema itself mimics virtual reality, presaging its actual arrival as a domestic technology. The essential point is that these games, while posing as first-order simulations of reality, are in fact second-order simulations of scenarios dreamt up in Hollywood.


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Understanding More About A Roofing Contractor
When building a house, it is important to consider excellent roofing, this will safeguard your house against harsh weather conditions. Choosing the right person to roof a house has become a mojor problem in the society because many people dont know what to look for when selecting a person to roof their houses.
It is a mandatory to search and find trustworthy Contractor ,this will help in provision of excellent results.Their work and experience should be reputable and show that they can be trusted with the work of roofing the home.This will also minimize on scams and issues related to fraud since they are recognized by people around.Cohesiveness and proper interaction of the contractor with the public creates a chance of their entity atrrecting more clients.
Proper relationship also enhances more trust and confidence between the contractor and his clients,this gives the contractor an advantage of attracting more customers.Their samples should be lit,where by they should be able to convince and attrace a large number of customers. They should also be able to sell their skills and experience to the public, this can be achieved through show casing the good work to the public. They should be able to meet the requirements set by the relevant construction bodies,this will also make their clients to have more trust in them thus increasing their contracts.
The contractor should also be able to register themselves with the well established business bureau this will improve the number of customers because the clients the business bureau acts as a marketing entity. The business bureau also helps in rating of the contractors depending on their performance thus making it easy for the customers to to chose the best contractors.Warranty services also helps the customers to gain more trust and confidence in the contractors, this will help the contractors to attract more customers thus making them be well established and be recognized by many people. The contractors should be highly trained and be well aware of the safety measures,this will help in preventing damages and injuries at the place of work.Licensing also helps the clients to have a Clear view of the contractor, it will help them to be sure of the contractor they are dealing them hence encouraging more trust in the contractor.
The contractor should value the lives of their employees hence they should be able to take insurance covers for them.The contractor should be well informed of the best materials to use when roofing,this will helps in making a strong roof thus enhancing its durability.Good roofing also helps the house to look more appealing,it will also last long thus protecting the inner house equipment.The contractors should also have highly qualified employees,this helps the contractor to coordinate with the and perform a good job.
Looking On The Bright Side of Houses
If You Think You Understand Roofers, Then This Might Change Your Mind


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I want to share with you a small post I made on facebook the other day. It was in response to a friends post. She posts regularly about her troubles with people in her life. She publicly discusses her latest hurdles. I read her posts, and I have noticed a trend. In response to her latest post, I felt inspired to write the following.
I noticed how often she gave her power away to other people. She may not be doing so in the moment, at least not obviously so, but when she turns to Facebook to air her frustrations she unknowingly gives her power away. It prompted the bubbling forth of the following response…
Every day we are at risk of giving our power away. Our power is our autonomy, our ability to dictate our response to experiences.
As life happens, inside and outside our control, we are prompted to respond. Our power lies within our response. Do you give your power away or do you remain powerful?
You might give your power away by dropping into fearful, anxious, worrisome, controlling energy. For example, an experience happens, at which point you have a choice – respond in fear or love. When you respond in fear, i.e., succumb to the lower level energy of the experience, you reduce, limit, diminish or give your power away in favor of the lower energy. When you respond in love by complimenting, praising, or not accepting as your own the lower energy of another, you maintain a higher level energy; you maintain your power.
To respond in like to a negative situation gives your power away. Your power is amplified when you respond with love and kindness. Today – practice loving kindness. Take back your power. ?
With love,


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Sweet Shun, gentle Shun... girly Shun. This impression of Shun being a girl at first wasn`t helped for my generation of Club Dorothee viewers, when the saint was initially portrayed with a female voice. After a few episodes, the frenchies saw their mistake and he got a more manly voice, but the fact that he sported a double D equipped pink cloth didn`t help either of course.
Shun is a pacifist, not happy to kill his opponents and trying to force them to surrender with the use of his Nebula Chains, but he has on the other hand the most deadly, not lethal to himself, attack of the fabulous five with his Nebula Storm. This attack was first seen in his battle vs Pisces Aphrodite as he can raise the power of the attack indefinitly.
Shun fights out of loyalty. Loyalty to Athena, to his frieds and most of all, out of a loyalty to prove himself to his brother, the Phoenix saint Ikki, who had taken his place as an orphan as Shun was first picked to go after the Phoenix cloth.
When the other bronze saints frequently gotten the aid of their master`s gold cloths in times of severe peril, Shun can pull a better a rabbit out of his hat, the incredibly strong Ikki, a man who cannot be more different then his brother as Nachi once remarked.
Now, I don`t like this cloth at all. The facial sculpt is not accurate, and for some reason it just looks `wrong` in an out of scale way, not really representing the delicate nature of Shun. I can`t quite put my finger on it why this is the case, it is just something that caught my eye when placing him in the display cabinet after assembly.
The cloth does come with three sets of chains, two metal and one plastic. One of the metal versions is the longer one that winds across the cloth when in object mode, the shorter one is the one I used around the arms. The third, a plastic one, can be bend and positioned to represent attacks like the Rolling Defense, but as it is normal with plastics, looks not shiny and rather out of place if added to the model.
The legs, underarms and chest of the model are also metal parts, and it is a very simple assembly to make a cloth out of a humanoid object, not to much this or that`s to go around. But still, not really a top cloth for my tastes, so I`m going to have to rate this one only a measly 1 out of 5 on my `Tomsche Scale of Subjective Saint Ratings` or `TSSSR` for short ;)
Ciao ciao
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William Hill Bonus Review
Get Your Bonus Without A William Hill Bonus Code
William Hill is an iconic name in British bookmaking, and the brand enjoys massively widespread recognition, even amongst people who do not bet. The company offers an all-round excellent level of service, which extends to its bonus offers for new customers. As a new customer, you can use a William Hill bonus code to claim £30 of additional bets, in exchange for a first bet of at least £10.
Here, we will take a closer look at that bonus, and what kind of value it really offers you. You will be able to find details about just what you need to do to claim the bonus, and how you can avoid some common mistakes when using those extra bets.
The William Hill bonus
- Bonus to play with
- Maximum bonus amount
- Minimum stake
- Days to clear the bonus
William Hill have been around since 1934, when the eponymous founder of the company established a telephone and postal betting service. The 1960s saw the expansion of the brand, as changes in UK law meant that betting shops began to appear on British streets. That kind of heritage is immediately apparent in the quality of their online service, which has been around since 1998. The William Hill website is slick and well-designed, and offers customers plenty of additional information, as well as a simple betting interface.
There are plenty of sports covered at the William Hill website too. As well as being able to use your William Hill sign up bonus code to bet on mainstream sports such as football or cricket, you can also bet on American sports, Australian Rules football, Gaelic games and a host of other sports.
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There is an extensive range of payment methods that you can use to deposit and withdraw funds at William Hill. Visa, Mastercard and Diners credit cards can be used, as well as Visa, Mastercard and Maestro debit cards. Entropay cards are another option for you.
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- Start with smaller bets
- Pick your favorite team
- But keep the minimum odds in mind
- Higher bets give higher winnings
Withdrawal limits vary from method to method
The minimum withdrawal that can be made to a credit or debit card is £5. Some methods have larger minimums attached, and you should check in the help section if you are in doubt about your favoured payment method. Withdrawals made to a credit or debit card can also be reversed, if you want them to be, as long as you reverse it by 11 pm on the day that you made the withdrawal.
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One great thing about William Hill is the range of betting markets it offers, with many different sports being covered. An excellent part of this range of markets is the vast array of live betting options with which you are presented. Football, of course, is the main sport when it comes to live betting at William Hill, with leagues and competitions from all over the world covered, even obscure leagues from far-flung corners of the world. As well as football, though, you can also place live bets on basketball, snooker, darts and esports, amongst many others.
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Another strength of William Hill is its customer service. A real positive aspect of this is the website's extensively detailed help section. This will answer many of your queries, without you ever having to contact the company itself. Should you have a query about the William Hill promo code, no deposit bonuses which are available, betting markets or anything else, you can use live chat or email to contact the customer service team. Another massive positive is the availability of a telephone number, which is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This makes contacting William Hill a very simple and convenient process, and adds real value to what you can expect as a customer.
- Open an account, using the William Hill bonus code C30.
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- Receive £30 of additional bets as three £10 tokens.
The William Hill sign up code C30 means that you, as a new customer, can claim £30 of extra bets. In order to use the William Hill promo code you need to deposit at least £10 in your account. This is simply because that in order to trigger the bonus, you need to place a first bet of at least £10. The bet can be placed on any sportsbook market, but the odds need to be at least 1/2. You will then receive tokens for three bets, with each William Hill voucher giving you a £10 bet.
It is worth noting that you have 30 days after opening your account to use your extra bets, otherwise you will lose them. Another thing that you should know about these bets that you can claim using the William Hill promo code is that your bonus bet stake is not returned to you as part of your winnings. This means, for example, that if you place a bet of £10 at odds of 2/1, and it wins, you will receive £20 as your winnings. If you had placed the bet using real money, then you would also have your stake returned to you, so you would receive £30.
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The main selling points of this bonus are its generosity and its simplicity. This is a generous bonus, in terms of the actual monetary value if offers to you as a customer. Many bookmakers offer new customers extra bets, but not many provide as much as £30 of extra funds. There are also no complex wagering requirements attached to the bonus, which can be a complicating factor in bonuses which are handed out at other bookmakers, although this is mainly an issue with matched deposit promotions.
It is also important to note that the William Hill bonus code cannot be used with certain payment methods. Using e-wallets, such as Skrill and Neteller, precludes you from being able to use the William Hill promo code for 2018. PayPal is also excluded from the offer, which means that using a credit or debit card is the best option if you want to claim the bonus. If you are in any doubt about how your chosen payment method affects your use of the William Hill bonus code, then you need to check the websites help section for further details. You can also contact customer support if you require further information.
If you are new to the world of sports betting, then it can be easy to make errors which can make your overall experience of betting very negative. Here, we will take a close look at three mistakes which are often made by inexperienced punters, and what you can do to avoid these pitfalls.
Don't Place Large Stakes on Foolish Bets
Many punters will acknowledge that at times they have been tempted into placing foolishly large bets, simply because the odds being offered looked ridiculously good. It is always worth remembering the old adage that if something looks too good to be true, it probably is. If your eyes light up at some long odds, which could potentially bring you in a big win, and you decide to place a large wager on them, the chances are that you will lose. Long odds mean that your chances of winning are not great, which is why the odds are long in the first place.
Betting big on long odds is a fool's way of gambling. You will soon find that your losses mount up if you do it often. This can mean that your bank balance will soon be under pressure, causing you stress and frustration, which can lead to you placing more ill-advised bets as you chase losses. You then become trapped in a spiral of ever decreasing wins and ever increasing stakes. This is when gambling can become a problem, and could lead to it having negative effects in the other parts of your life.
Don't Bet on Sports You Don't Know Well
This might seem obvious, but many inexperienced bettors are often drawn into betting on sports with which they are unfamiliar. They may have seen some odds that look too tempting, or they may just think that expertise is not necessary in order to become a successful punter. Both of these ideas are silly. You should only bet on sports about which you have a good knowledge. You need this knowledge in order to be able to make a logical and wise choice of bets, as it makes you better able to judge what outcomes are more likely than others.
In order to give yourself the best possible chance of placing winning bets, especially if you are using a William Hill promo code for existing customers, you should always make sure that you are betting from a position of strength. That strength is created by researching your chosen sports, and keeping as up-to-date as possible with all the news from those sports. That way you are not guessing.
Don't Bet on Too Many Different Sports
It is also a good idea to focus on two or three sports when it comes to betting, or even just one. This is because that the fewer sports on which you concentrate, the more focused and incisive your knowledge and insight can become. Spreading your betting research over too many sports means that you may well miss important details, and therefore be in a weaker position when it comes to placing winning bets.
It can also be a good idea to focus on just a small amount of leagues and competitions within sports. This allows you to develop a more detailed knowledge which makes you more likely to spot bets which offer you good value.
The William Hill welcome bonus for new customers offers good value and simplicity. In terms of monetary value, being able to claim £30 of extra bets is very good indeed. Although some of William Hill's rivals do offer similar bonuses, not many provide you with three £10 bets. Although there is no such thing as 'free' William Hill cash codes, £30 of extra bets which can be turned into real cash winnings are probably as close as you will get. If you place a bet using the bonus bets, then your winnings are paid into your account as cash which can be withdrawn. Some bonuses from other bookies do not have this feature.
Its simplicity is another good feature of the William Hill bonus code. No deposit bonuses do not really exist, as you will always need money in your account in order to place the first bet that is needed to trigger the bonus. But the William Hill bonus comes close to the kind of simplicity that no deposit bonuses offer. It is easy to turn into cash, if you bet well, and there are no restrictive wagering requirements attached when using the bonus.


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As one of the nation's leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to more than 300,000 children each year in our pediatric hospitals, specialty clinics and primary care practices in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Nemours strives to ensure a healthier tomorrow for all children – even those who may never enter our doors – through our world-changing research, education and advocacy efforts. At Nemours, our Associates help us deliver on the promise we make to every family we have the privilege of serving: to treat their child as if they were our own.
Nemours is seeking an experienced Pediatric Pathologist to join our team in Wilmington, DE.
This exceptional opportunity is based at Nemours/Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, DE. The department of Pathology supports active and growing programs in hematology-oncology, stem cell and bone marrow transplantation, pediatric gastroenterology, liver and kidney transplantation, neonatology, and pediatric orthopedics.
Applicants must hold a MD degree and be Board certified or eligible in anatomic pathology, with Board certification or eligibility in pediatric pathology. Requires board certification in AP or AP/CP; experience in pediatric pathology is preferred. Additional experience in molecular pathology would be favorable, but not necessary.
Academic appointments are available through Jefferson Medical College. Compensation and benefits will be competitive.
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health care systems, Nemours provides world-class clinical care in four states – Delaware, Florida, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. In Wilmington, Delaware, the Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children offers intensive and acute inpatient and outpatient services covering more than 30 pediatric specialties. Ranked among the nation's best in pediatric specialty care by U.S. News & World Report, we care for thousands of children in the Delaware Valley, across the country and around the world. Extending the world-class care of the Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, the Nemours Children's Clinic provides expert care for even more children across the Delaware Valley through community-based physician services and collaborative partnerships with health and hospital systems.
For confidential consideration, please forward your formal CV to:
Ja'Nikka Caraballo
Physician Recruiter
Nemours offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits package that includes bonus incentives, relocation allowance, life insurance, comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, CME and board maintenance allowances, retirement plan with employer matching and an additional 457B retirement savings plan, educational allowance, paid licensure and malpractice fees, professional membership dues allowance, and more.
Our dedication to professionals who are dedicated to children frequently earns Nemours a spot on the list of top workplaces in the communities we serve. Our Associates enjoy comprehensive benefits, including our unique "Bridge to a Healthy Future" pediatric health plan, an integrated wellness program, opportunities for professional growth, and much more. As an equal opportunity employer, Nemours focuses on the best-qualified applicants for our openings.


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NSW Health is renewing its warnings about heatwave conditions across Sydney and many other parts of NSW over the next few days.
As the hot weather returns, Dr Richard Broome, NSW Health Director of Environmental Health, reminded the community to plan their day to avoid being out at the hottest times.
"We've seen marked increases in ED presentations with heat-related illnesses over the last week or so," Dr Broome said. "It's important that people take action to limit their exposure heat. Avoid being out in the middle of the day, try to minimise physical activity and drink plenty of water."
Dr Broome said it was also very important to be aware of vulnerable members of the community like the elderly, infants and children, people with a chronic medical condition and those who live alone
"During hot weather, it's important to stay in regular contact with elderly neighbours, friends and relatives, because helping them do basic chores to keep them out of the heat could make a life-saving difference," he said.
Initial signs of heat-related illness may include faintness and dizziness, irritability, thirst, dark urine, headaches and later changes in skin colour, rapid pulse and shallow breathing, vomiting and confusion.
Dr Broome said it's important to get to a cool place quickly if symptoms occur. People showing severe signs of heat-related illness should seek urgent medical attention.
More information can be found at the NSW Health website: www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/beattheheat


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Jonathan Blow and his small team at Number None, Inc. took the award for innovation in game design at the 2006 Independent Games Festival. After spending several hours with Braid I can understand why. The title is a puzzle-platformer without peer; a beautiful game on many levels and one that will be remembered for its ability to provoke thought and emotion as much as for the gameplay, art, storytelling and music.
Braid spins the tale of Tim, a humble man that leaves his home in the city on a journey to find his Princess. She has been captured by an evil monster and Tim is to blame. He made mistakes in their past relationship and forced the Princess to run away. This brief synopsis is as far into Braid's story as I will go, for Tim's journey is a unique one open to interpretation and one that should be experienced first hand. Read More...
As players guide Tim through Braid's five worlds, different gameplay mechanics are utilized. Aside from the basic ability to make Tim jump, players can manipulate the game's flow of time in a number of ways. One world has a basic rewind ability while others feature time dilation, parallel realities, objects unaffected by time or independent time streams.
The various abilities will help players to help Tim collect the 60 puzzle pieces scattered throughout the 30 or so levels that populate Braid's worlds. Each world acts as a hub, containing doorways to the levels, as well as storybooks that give some more insight into Tim and his relationship with the Princess.
Reading the storybooks is entirely optional and the game's levels do not have to be completed in a linear order, making Braid a fairly open-ended game. Players can walk through the worlds without collecting puzzle pieces, though they will be unable to "complete" the game if they choose to do so.
Collecting all of the puzzle pieces in a world will allow you to assemble them into a picture, providing more detail to the narrative. Assembling all of the puzzles will unlock the Braid's final world and allow players to see the end of Tim and the Princess' story.
Getting every puzzle piece in the game can be tricky as many of Braid's puzzles have a singular solution to them. Though complicated, the environmental puzzles found in the game are never become cheap or obtuse. Most puzzles are very reasonable and relatively easy to find the solution to given a bit of thought.
Where Braid can get really devious is trying to execute the solution using basic platforming mechanics and a given world's unique time property. Dropping a time dilation bubble and trying to outrun fireballs can get pretty tough, but never to the point of frustration like some pure platforming games thanks to the ability to retry from any given point easily.
Because of the nature of Braid, there is no death or game over screen. If players accidentally fall into a pit, hit an enemy or don't get to a closing door in time, they will rewind the level and try again. Despite that, there where a few levels I actually found easier to complete by exiting and restarting rather than trying to rewind and patch my mistakes.
The controls are straightforward and simple. The A button is used to make Tim jump, B will make him interact with objects and doors. X houses the rewind function. While in rewind mode players can speed up or slow down the process using the LB and RB buttons, much like a DVD player. The Y button is also used, but quite sparingly.
Braid's look evokes that of a living watercolour painting. Everything from the enemies to Tim and the environments he occupies is richly and lovingly detailed, colourful and for lack of a better word comfortable. Part of that comfort comes from a sense of familiarity in enemy and level designs that will be prevalent to platform game fans, especially older ones. The whole package is simply beautiful to look at throughout the entire experience.
The soundtrack compliments Braid's visual style well and is anchored by compositions from artists Jami Sieber and Shira Kammen, among others. Many of the songs have long, sweeping strings that work with the rewind mechanic quite nicely. The music feels classical at times and Celtic at others, underscoring Tim's quiet dignity as he traverses time and space.
Braid challenges players to think in different ways, not only to solve the game's puzzles but also to make their own sense of the story provided. Not everyone will walk away from this one with the same feeling or take on what happens. This truly unique work has already spawned lengthy discussions and analysis from those that populate internet message boards and the blogosphere in the two weeks since its release.
Even going back to it to write this review gave me a different perspective on what happens in the game. It can be joyful and sad at the same time to look back on the story of Tim, the Princess and the fairytale universe they inhabit. No other game has ever made me feel so much by doing so little, let alone tear up while writing a review. Those that question the validity of video games as art should seriously have a look at Braid. Though taste in art is highly subjective, one would have a hard time ignoring the beautiful craftsmanship found here.
Braid is not a long game by any means. My first playthrough took about six hours, including the 45 minute speed run and eight extra challenges unlocked after completing it. Beyond that there is literally no replay value, you have to overwrite your save file in order to start over and reset all progress. There was some controversy about its price when it was announced – 1200 Microsoft Points ($15 USD, $17 CAD), but Braid is worth every single point because of the experience it contains regardless of length.
As of the publication of this review, Braid is an Xbox 360 Exclusive via Xbox LIVE Arcade. A PC version is in the works for later in 2008 and Jonathan Blow has hinted at a PlayStation Network version even further down the road.
+ Beautiful graphics, story and music
+ Unique, time-based puzzle gameplay
+ Makes you think in different ways
+ A true example of video games as art
- A few sections degenerate into trial and error
Game Forward score: 5/5
Brian J. Papineau > Game Forward
Braid (XBLA) Quick Facts:
Genre: Platform / Puzzle
Developer: Number None, Inc.
Publisher: Microsoft
Release Date: August 6, 2008
Price: 1200 Microsoft Points ($15 USD, $17 CAD)
ESRB Rating: E10+


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Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power is to headline sponsor the fifth Conference on Wind Energy and Wildlife Impacts (CWW 2019) that will be hosted in Stirling, Scotland, on 27th to 29th August this year.
In a series of keynote talks, sessions and workshops, experts from across the globe will come together at the University of Stirling to share their knowledge on the impacts that wind energy has on wildlife, and to discuss the upcoming challenges for this dynamic industry.
The last CWW took place in Portugal and welcomed more than 300 delegates. The theme of the 2019 conference will be on "Renewable wind energy in new and changing environments – a forward look". The conference's scientific committee is currently inviting abstracts on a range of topics and are looking forward to receiving ideas.
Sign up to the mailing list to keep up to date with the latest news from CWW, or if you'd be interested in submitting an abstract please visit http://cww2019.org/


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Let's take a closer look at the below links to know the mobile app development best practices so that you can build a successful mobile application for enterprises.
let's take a look at each phase of the mobile app development process and carefully understand how to build a great app.
Did you wake up this morning with a creative idea for the perfect mobile app? One that nobody else has thought of before, and that you are certain will be very popular?
The only problem is, you don't know how to even begin designing and building an app! Never fear — read this brief guide on the 12 key steps to bring your mobile app idea from your imagination to smartphone screens everywhere.
Rapid application development (RAD) is both a general term used to refer to alternatives to the conventional waterfall model of software development as well as the name for James Martin's approach to rapid development. In general, RAD approaches to software development put less emphasis on planning and more emphasis on process. In contrast to the waterfall model, which calls for rigorously defined specification to be established prior to entering the development phase, RAD approaches emphasize adaptability and the necessity of adjusting requirements in response to knowledge gained as the project progresses. Prototypes are often used in addition to or sometimes even in place of design specifications.
Mobile platforms and the array of mobile devices change the game for software developers, but is it really that different? In this response, expert Kevin Parker discusses the similarities and differences between traditional software development and developing apps for mobile devices.
Enterprises are actively engaged in providing their employees and customers access to applications and data behind their firewalls; this has predictably shifted the focus from managing devices to a more strategic approach of developing, managing, and securing applications, writes VDC Research's Matthew Hopkins.
Software Engineering Overview - Learn Software Engineering Concepts in simple and easy steps starting from their overview and then covering software analysis, software requirements, software design and its complexities, interface design, software design strategies, software development life cycle, software implementation, project management, software testing and maintenance etc.
Software development life cycle (SDLC) is also referred to as application development life cycle. It is a term used in system engineering and software engineering to describe the process for planning, developing, testing, and deploying information system. SDLC is a life cycle through which software goes, till it is fully developed and deployed.


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What is a border tax adjustment, why is this national tax policy relevant to the global economy, and what headwinds does the proposed policy face from World Trade Organization and the US executive branch? Listen to Council senior fellow on the global economy Phil Levy and the Peterson Institute's Gary Clyde Hufbauer discuss with Council vice president of studies Brian T. Hanson.
Border Tax Adjustment - Explained
Phil Levy is senior fellow on the global economy at The Chicago Council on Global Affairs. Previously he was associate professor of business administration at the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business. He was formerly a resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute and taught at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs. From 2003 to 2006, he served first as senior economist for trade for President Bush's Council of Economic Advisers and then as a member of Secretary of State Rice's Policy Planning Staff, covering international economic matters. Before working in government, he was a faculty member of Yale University's Department of Economics for nine years and spent one of those as academic director of Yale's Center for the Study of Globalization.
His academic writings have appeared in such outlets as The American Economic Review, Economic Journal, and theJournal of International Economics. He is a regular contributor to Foreign Policy magazine's online Shadow Government section and writes on topics including trade policy, economic relations with China, and the European economic crisis. Dr. Levy has testified before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Joint Economic Committee, the House Committee on Ways and Mean, and the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission. He received his PhD in Economics from Stanford University in 1994 and his AB in Economics from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in 1988.
EU-Mercosur FTA: The Unheralded Trade Agreement with Big Implications
Overshadowed by global trade conflicts, the pending EU-Mercosur trade pact underlines the shifting global trade landscape
Is A Post-Brexit US-UK Free Trade Agreement Realistic?
Despite hopes for a comprehensive trade pact post-Brexit, a deal between the United Kingdom and the United States is far from a certainty.
Why 'America First' Doesn't Resonate in Germany
Multilateralism may face skepticism in the United States, but it remains a core value for a vital American ally
Does the Future of the WTO Hang in the Balance in Ottawa?
A meeting in Canada could generate creative solutions for the future of the WTO, if only for the size of the economies participating
NAFTA Pronouncements and Reality
Will the new NAFTA deal pass through Congress? The answer may depend on how it treats labor rights.
Midwestern Trade Skepticism Associated with Education Level
The anti-trade rhetoric of the 2016 presidential campaign resonated deeply in the Midwest, especially for individuals most directly affected by deindustrialization and the resulting job losses: those without postsecondary training and skills.
(CP)TPP Countries March Forward in an Uncertain Trade Climate
Inking the Asia Pacific trade deal is only step one, as obstacles remain to implementation.
Has the NAFTA Renegotiation "Tamed Trump on Trade"?
Nearly four months into the NAFTA renegotiation, Mexico and Canada have potentially developed an effective response to the Trump administration's trade skepticism.
On German Cars, Trade Deficits, and the Relationship with the EU
Nothing productive arises from criticizing Germany for its bilateral trade surplus, much less its auto exports.
A Quick Roadmap for NAFTA Renegotiation
It will be difficult to expedite the renegotiation of the 23-year old agreement in 2017, if not 2018
How Fast Can the American Economy Grow?
Targeting a realistic GDP growth rate requires more than a bidding war.
What Is Currency Manipulation, After All?
President Trump flipped his stance on labeling China a currency manipulator. But what qualifies as currency manipulation in the first place?
TPP May Not Be Sunk After All (And Missing the Boat Could Be Costly)
The bill for forgoing TPP is coming due. Perhaps its price will make the administration reconsider.
Don't Blame Trade: Low-Skilled Job Losses Will Not Be Solved by Protectionism
The clarion call of the disaffected, low-skilled worker became the soundtrack of the 2016 election. Indeed, President Trump claimed the presidency in no small part by promising to reverse the effects of globalization, railing incessantly against the US's "horrible" trade deals. It does beg the question, though: Why didn't anyone consider helping those alienated before? In fact, they did.
An Economist Answers the Strong Dollar Call
Mr. President! So glad you called. No, it's not too early; I was up anyway. You wanted to know whether a strong dollar or a weak dollar is good for the economy. Excellent question.


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Matthew 18:21-35 In this House: We Forgive
In the Sand
I looked for stories on forgiveness this week. I'm not sure this first one is about forgiveness per se, but it's funny:
A woman bought a parrot for a pet. All the parrot did was treat her bad. It insulted her and every time she tried to pick it up, it would peck at her arm.
Luke 22:54-71 Failing
Today we continue our series called "60 Hours Which Changed the World."


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Yasir fit but Pakistan have 'secret' plan for 2nd Test: AlamSport
Pakistan manager Initkhab Alam has declared Yasir Shah fit to bowl but said his team could throw in a surprise inclusion for the second Test to thwart England's plans.
Pakistan's bowling attack has looked toothless without the services of legspinner Yasir, and were made to toil hard in the field by England captain Alastair Cook, who scored his third double century to take his side beyond the hosts' first innings total of 523.
Pakistan's spin-bowling coach, Mushtaq Ahmed, on Thursday admitted his side missed their strike bowler.
"Yasir, as you know, has played a key role in the last two, three series," said Ahmed of the leg-spinner ruled out of the match with a back problem.
"Definitely we missed Yasir because he was suitable to this pitch but we did not expect this behaviour of the pitch, it has played slowly."
According to Alam, though, Yasir was raring to go after missing the series opener.
"He is fit and will be match fit by the second Test," Alam told ESPNCricinfo.
"We no more require Zafar as he was only named replacement for the first Test but he didn't make it, so we have plenty of time ahead of the next game to decide," he added.
Alam, however, hinted Pakistan could throw in a surprise inclusion.
"We don't want to reveal anything at the moment but we have some plans."
While Alam remains tight-lipped about Pakistan's secret weapon, here are few possible candidates for that spot: Saeed Ajmal (off-spin), Usama Mir (leg break), Bilal Asif (off-spin)


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Movember allows men to release their inner Hitler - for prostate and testicular cancer charity cause
PUBLISHED: 16:42 16 January 2012 | UPDATED: 09:12 15 February 2012
From the moment that a fine down appears on the top lip of pubescent boys, the ability to grow a drinkstraining moustache becomes a source of great pride.
I must report, at this point, that the ability to grow body hair isn't hailed as an equally exciting celebration by girls, mainly because we realise that we'll be fighting a never-ending battle with it for the rest of our days unless we've decided not to conform to society's desire that we're as smooth as an egg from the scalp down.
I don't know many nonconformists: perhaps they are hiding themselves under a bush.
There follows an unfortunate period in most boys' lives when they feel compelled to grow a wispy abomination on their face which advertises the fact that mum has to wash a lot of sheets every morning.
With maturity comes the realisation that no one under the age of 30 should sport a moustache and no one over 30 should sport one either, unless they are Salvador Dali, Zorro, Confucius, Groucho Marx, George Bernard Shaw, Clark Gable, Jimi Hendrix, Burt Reynolds, Tom Selleck or Colonel Mustard.
The only acceptable way to wear a moustache is if you also have a beard.
Or have opted out of the sexual circus which is courtship and therefore won't be inflicting your last meal on your paramour.
Of course there is one other exception: Movember, the hairraising, fund-raising drive to collect cash for men's health charities which sees participating men growing moustaches for a month to raise money to support research into prostate and testicular cancer.
This is clearly a good thing, seeing as it not only raises cash for good causes, but also gives men the opportunity to release their inner Hitler, in facial hair terms at least.
Women are unable to grow bigger, or smaller, or comedy breasts for Breast Cancer Awareness month and I note that no one has suggested that we let our body hair grow luxuriantly long and flowing in a bid to raise awareness for women's health charities.
To this note, and bearing in mind that men are basically being given a hall pass not to shave (a boyfriend once listened to me moaning about the unfairness of women's burden – periods, pregnancy, childbirth, menopause and so forth – and replied: "Yes, but we have to shave every day, which is really annoying".
I almost substituted his razor for a scythe) for a whole month, I think we need to redress the balance.
As a gesture of goodwill, I am prepared to do something that makes my life easier and which I secretly want to do anyway for charity.
For example: you could sponsor me to have a massage every day, or to be carried everywhere in a sedan chair.
Let me know: I'm up for it.
PS Sponsor our sports desk, who are growing moustaches en masse for Movember (if you do, I think I can insist that at least someone grows a 'Dali') – visit mobro.co/sportsdesk and part with your cash.
•This article was original published on November 7, 2011
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