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[2] viXra:1506.0204 [pdf] submitted on 2015-06-28 20:50:52
Authors: editor Florentin Smarandache
Comments: 152 Pages.
Paradoxist folklore, poems, translations, prose, and illustrations by many authors.
Contributors by countries:
George ROCA (Australia);
Octavian BLAGA (Belgium);
Bernd HUTSCHENREUTHER (Germany);
Nicolae RUSU (Republic of Moldova);
Elena AGIU-NEACŞU, Vătuiu Roaua Ion ANDRUŞA, Virgil BORCAN, Adrian BOTEZ, Ana Maria BUZOIANU, Eugen EVU,
Constantin MANEA, Nicolae NICOARĂ, Gheorghe NICULESCU, Nicolae NISTOROIU, Ion PĂTRAȘCU, Gheorghe SĂVOIU,
Elena TRIFAN, Ioan Adrian TRIFAN (România);
Charles ASHBACHER, Nicholas NARCISS, Caytie RIBBLE,
Florentin SMARANDACHE (USA).
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[1] viXra:1506.0006 [pdf] submitted on 2015-06-01 12:48:29
Authors: Luis Sancho
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The Superorganisms of history, nations and civilizations, as all social, 'cellular systems', have an energetic, reproductive and informative network that organize its 'human cells'. The energetic network is Gaia, planet Earth, the re=productive network is the economic system, and the informative, 'nervous' network is the verbal language.
We thus can study verbal languages with the tools of Complex Sciences, and the formalism of 10 Dimensional systems, to understand its structure and purpose.
That purpose is obvious. As nervous messages coordinate the collective actions of the cells of the body, collective human actions are created with wor(l)ds, verbal languages of information that order a community of human beings into a social network of common values and actions that create the nation or civilization.
Thus, it follows that the highest expression of those words that create human worlds are the Law, in its religious or civil form.
Yet we can do more detailed analysis of words in other scalar levels and from other point of view.
For example we can study i->i+1 relationships, considering how the i-level of words as a language that reflects the Universe in its syntax and semantics influences the i+1 level of cultures. How for example the use of I, the subject, at the beginning of sentences in English creates and ego-centered, free, egoist psyche, proper of the Anglo-Saxon culture where social ethics are foreign to its syntax.
This article concentrates not so much on ethics but on linguistics, specifically on the influence of syntax on culture. We shall find that 'topology', the order between subject, verb and object, according to the Universal Grammar, is the main defining element of linguistics that organizes the psyche of cultures.
In this manner, we fusion thanks to the discoveries of complexity sciences the 2 main thesis of linguistics, genetic linguistics (chomsky) and the Humboldt Hypothesis.
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Ever wonder of creative ways of hanging all sorts if frames on the wall? Well, here's a new way of doing such and you will only need:
But let me first walk you through on the different parts of the materials we will be using so you will understand how it will work in the process.
First is the router. The router is a machine with a vertical spindle that revolves with a high intensity. This will be our tool in cutting out the surface of the wood.
The next component is the keyhole router bit. It is a type of bit with a cutting edge located on top which will be placed in the router for cutting the wood.
Router bits are used to create cylindrical holes. It is a tool for wood cutting that specialized in creating holes using torque and axial force for securing a frame to its hold. A router bit is a highly specialized bit that is used to cut keyhole slot in picture frames, shelf, clock or candle sconce. This bit needs a highlighting because when it is presented all at once, it tends to get lose. With a router bit, your frame stays securely on the wall. So, it saves you from the hassles of frames or sconce losing from its hold on the wall, or worst - frames falling off from your wall.
The drill bit looks like a thick nail without the sharp tip on the bottom. The head part is composed of an entry hole and a slot cutter on each side. The wood we will be needing must be a minimum of an inch and a half in thickness. And now we are ready to begin with our project.
Using router bits also saves your money and frustrations. Plus, it is very effective in securing even heavy frames. Just use two slots and two crews for heavy frames. This article will teach you how to use a keyhole router bit. We provide a step by step process to make it comprehensible and easy to do. It is best if you use keyhole slots for your picture since it is reliable and easy to do. When you use keyholes slots, you will not need wires and hooks anymore because the bits are single flute for an easier plunging.
To start the whole process, first thing we need to do is to mark the piece of wood that we are about to drill the bit on. The markings should be drawn in a rectangular shape. Inside the rectangle, mark the opposite sides with a bit as this will allow you to point the drill bit with accuracy.
So, using a keyhole router bit is easy as nailing hammering a nail on the wall. With a keyhole router bit, anything that you will hang on the wall will stay place securely. No hassles for extra wires, and rest assured that the frame is not wobbly. But before the process, some may not knowledgeable about creating a keyhole and it is important to know this. So let me give you quick guidelines on how to do it.
First, is to draw a line across the on where the tool you want to stop cutting. Then next is use a scissors to trim down the lines with the joined trimmed sections. After that, double check the node tool in which you have a single vector with the help of the profile on tool path. Then select an end mill as the shank of the keyhole tool that you plan to use.
Note: use an end mill with the same diameter. Then last but not the least, don't forget to double check the tool path by doing a preview at slow speed with the toll to make sure that is what you expect. Using this method enables you cut curved curves.
Using a keyhole router bit offers security on your items to be hanged and saves you from frustrations. Learning how to use it is so easy. It doesn't need you to be a carpenter to use keyhole router bit or to create a keyhole.


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This weekend I had absolutely no agenda and I wasn't too concerned about having plans since I knew the next few weekends coming up are going to be super busy.
Friday night I was feeling absolutely exhausted when I got home from work and opted to have a nap. I know, I'm the lamest ever on a Friday night. I made up for it when a friend invited me to go see Savages at the theatre with some other people though. I was in! I thought it was a decent movie, but the guys thought it was going to be way more action. I didn't go in expecting to get a lot from it which is why I think I enjoyed it more than they did.
Saturday morning was the typical trip to the farmer's market. I was disappointed that Mini Beans and Peppermint Andy's weren't there this week! Afterwards I ran some errands and came home to do a bit of cleaning. After Layne helped me clean out the drain in my dishwasher I decided to run a cycle of vinegar and a cycle of baking soda through it to help clean it out even more. I'm hoping that will help it clean my dishes better even though I know it won't help the super high pressure that thing puts out, leaving some of my dishes over turned and full of dirty water when I go to empty it. Anyone know if there's a way to change that?
I had suggested to Cassandra that we take a trip out to Sylvan for the afternoon and do a round of mini golf and get some ice cream. That's exactly what we did, which meant I got to cross one thing off my Last Summer Bucket List! It was a nice afternoon to go since it wasn't blazing hot but it was still warm. While I'm typically bad at mini golf, I had a great time and even ended up winning which was shocking! We had a lot of fun.
It was funny when we got there and I noticed that Cassandra's step daughter was wearing her 'I'm going to be a big sister' shirt. Since Cassandra isn't showing yet, it probably looked like Rebecca belonged to me!
After we finished a fun 18 holes, Rebecca decided she wanted to go to Menchies rather than get ice cream. She hadn't been to Menchies yet and was excited to try it. I hadn't been for a long time so it was nice to be reunited with my beloved fro-yo. Seeing that Mucho Burrito had opened up next door made me want to try, especially since I've heard good things about it.
Sunday I woke up to a rainy dreary day and had no desire to get out of bed, aside for the fact that my stomach was growling. I got up around 11 for a bowl of cereal before crawling back into my bed with a book. I finally decided to get ready for the day around 1 when I got a call to go for brunch with some friends, and then met up with another friend for coffee afterwards. It was a nice visit, we chatted for nearly 2 hours but could have probably sat there for another 2 more. I always enjoy a good coffee date.
Afterwards I decided I should finally tackle cleaning the condo even though I just wanted to crawl back into bed and read. Don't judge me, I need to take advantage of lazy days while I still have them, because I won't have them much longer! I did manage to get cleaning though. The last while I've been trying to use up my old chemical cleaning products and replace them with natural stuff. Today I was finally able to clean my shower using baking soda and vinegar. I HATE cleaning my shower. It always seems that no matter how hard I scrub I can never get it clean. It's especially more difficult maneuvering with a giant belly in the way and it makes me wish I could pay someone JUST to clean my shower. While it still took a lot of scrubbing, I think my shower is actually completely clean after using the baking soda and vinegar! Feels good to know that not only am I cutting out harsh cleaners, it's cheaper and more effective! Go natural!
I'm now done the cleaner and thinking I might curl up on the couch with a cup of tea and see what's on Netflix. The week ahead is going to be a fun but busy one with Westerner Days festivities, a blogger meet up, UFC fights in Calgary and the Mud Hero! I can't wait!
What did you get up to this weekend? Cross anything off your summer bucket list?
What is the one thing in your house you absolutely hate to clean?


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Let J(n) be a three-dimensional body that
The figure below shows how J(1), J(2), and J(3) look.
Figure 1: Jaggie Spheres for n = 1, 2, 3
Your task is to calculate how many faces J(n) have. Here, we define two square belong to the same face if they are parallel and share an edge, but don't if they share just a vertex.
The input consists of multiple data sets, each of which comes with a single line containing an integer n (1 ≤ n ≤ 1000000). The end of input is indicated by n = 0.
For each data set, print the number of faces J(n) have.
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The process for admission to the university as an ESOL certificate program student is designed to assist applicants who want to advance their English skills to meet personal or employment goals. The university is not authorized by the Student Exchange and Visitor Program (SEVP) to enroll nonimmigrant (F1-Visa) students in its ESOL certificate program.
Each candidate for admission to the ESOL certificate program, will receive a personal assessment of his or her background with a focus on providing the guidance necessary for a sound selection.
For the ESOL program, applicants must submit:
1. Completed Application Form
2. Application Fee of $50.00
3. Proof of High School Graduation or its equivalent
4. Government issued photo ID
5. Take the UoNA English proficiency exam on arrival to UoNA prior to registering for courses.
The English language proficiency exam is a nationally recognized English proficiency test. It consists of three parts: 1) a 100-multiple-choice portion addressing areas of listening, grammar, vocabulary, and reading, 2) a 250-word essay component, prompting written reasons of an opinion with examples and details, 3) an oral questionnaire asking for verbal reasons with examples and supportive information.


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Pontential new target for HIV MEDS with A3G
Hi Dr Keith, thank you for your time and work you put into helping people with hiv, What can you let us know about A3G and maybe changing the way we compat hiv.. thank you once again Anton
Scientists continue to unravel a potential new target for HIV therapy
In pursuit of answers to a rare immune system disease called HIgM-2, scientists at the University of Southern California have developed the first three-dimensional molecular model of a human protein that is able to mutate the genes of retroviruses, including HIV. The study results were first published online by the journal, Nature.
The protein, called APOBEC3G or A3G, is found within all human cells and can interfere with viruses by changing their DNA. It incorporates itself into virus particles and damages their developing genetic material. This new model offers important clues on how and where A3G binds to HIVs DNA. APOBEC3G is part of the larger APOBEC family of protective cell proteins and stands for apoliprotein B mRNA-editing enzyme catalytic polypeptide-like 3G.
Although A3G has been studied since its discovery in 2002, the USC team is the first to create a model of its atomic structure. Surprisingly, it resembles a butterfly. This model can lead scientists to better understand the proteins role in protecting a cell from viral infection. This could eventually lead to treatments for many immune diseases, such as HIV.
In HIV disease, A3G can actually restrict the virus from making more of itself. However, it appears that HIV has developed its Vif (viral infectivity factor) gene to overcome the protective effects of A3G. HIV eventually degrades how well A3G functions within cells in the great majority of people living with HIV, similar to how it mutates in ways to work around the effects of anti-HIV drugs.
Two forms of A3G were uncovered in 2006. The simpler version is found in resting cells or in those CD4 and other immune cells that are not dividing. Although HIV can infect resting cells, most of the time this HIV doesnt produce more virus. This may be due in part to the simpler form of A3G found in these cells having some level of anti-HIV effect.
A more complex form of A3G is found in active cells or in those immune cells that are dividing. HIV can replicate well within these cells. Here, it appears that Vif not only binds to A3G but also signals the immune cell to produce much less of the protein. This enables HIV to reproduce more freely without the natural protection of A3G.
As with most science, promising ideas may not lead to quick victories. Understanding how proteins work is the first step. How to alter a natural body process or deliver a drug that mimics the proteins effect is the next step, but it can be wrought with problems. In this case, how much of which form of A3G is necessary to stop HIV from reproducing? Does using the simpler form of the protein result in activating a greater number of resting cells? What side effects would result?
Although many questions need to be answered, A3G presents a fascinating potential for HIV therapy. It would help unlock a persons innate ability to fight HIV. We were born with it, and its there waiting, stated Xiaojiang Chen, lead author of the study.
Most current HIV drugs target the enzymes that HIV needs in order to reproduce, such as protease and reverse transcriptase. However, a treatment based with A3G would use a human protein rather than an HIV enzyme. Exploiting its potential in this way may lead to a more durable, and perhaps less toxic, treatment for HIV disease
This is a promising new target for anti-HIV drug development but there is no A3G-related candidate drug currently under clinical (human) study that would likely be avalable in the near future. Current therapy available in resource weathly areas provides a number of effective options with generally excellent outcomes (viral replication shut down, stabilization/usually reversal of immune damanage/clinical protection against AIDS, good tolerability). KH


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Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Major Richard Streatfeild, OC A Company 4 RIFLES
It's a paradox. Having achieved relative control of our new area the fight is now on to keep control.
The insurgent is tenacious as well as brutal. We treated a local who had stepped on and partially detonated a roadside bomb. He was flown by us to the hospital in Lashkar Gar.
During his stay there his family came to the patrol base where he had been treated to see if we had any news. As they departed they were followed.
We found out that the insurgent intended to question them and stop them ever talking to us again. The unveiled threat of the bully. We paid for his father to take a taxi to the hospital.
Our man now is back, down a foot unfortunately but extremely grateful for his treatment and speedy evacuation.
The Platoon Commander who organised the evacuation is now a family friend. An invitation to supper has been extended.
Of particular interest to the Afghans is the presence of a female medic. She provokes confusion and admiration in equal measure.
In this conflict the front line is not a line in the dust. It is waged over the human geography. It is politics with an admixture of other means; the battle for trust and support over coercion.
However, in Afghanistan people trust what they can see.
The presence of a patrol base may bring explosions and fighting but people feel safer.
The greatest paradox of all is that in our area, as the casualties in the security cordon continue, the centre of Sangin is as safe and prosperous as it as ever been.
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Monday, January 11, 2010
Army doctor recalls her biggest challenge
An Army doctor worked in the beam from a tractor's headlights as she battled to save lives after a bomb blast in Afghanistan.
Captain Lydia Simpson, said the incident provided her with the biggest challenge of her career.
Just a week after she arrived in the battle zone, a lorry carrying Afghan troops was blown up.
Capt Simpson had to deal with eight casualties, whose injuries ranged from shattered legs to shrapnel and head wounds.
As the sun began to set she had to use the lights from a tractor to help her work.
She said: "The ultimate responsibility rested on my shoulders.
"It's not something I will forget easily. Hectic
"It was quite hectic, especially in the dark.
"I was trying to treat people and direct my medics at the same time.
"None of the casualties spoke any English and we didn't have any interpreters around."
Capt Simpson had spent four months working in the busy emergency department of Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, but never before had to deal with that number of casualties by herself.
She said: "The difficulty was trying to prioritise what to do."
The 27-year-old focused on treating a patient with severe head, neck and chest injuries.
He survived, but one man died and another lost both his legs in the explosion.
Capt Simpson said the incident in October, soon after she arrived at the base in Kajaki, in a remote and mountainous part of southern Afghanistan, improved her confidence and she thought nothing she had to deal with afterwards would be as bad.
On December 28, Capt Simpson, attached to C Company, 3rd Battalion The Rifles, was however tested again when she found herself treating Rifleman Aidan Howell, who had been caught in an explosion and eventually died.
"It was a lot more difficult because I had been working with him for the last three months," she said.
"That adds an extra dimension, not so much at the time, when your training kicks in and you do what you need to do, but afterwards, when you are reflecting on it."
As one of only three women in the camp, she has to deal with a lot of banter from the soldiers but with three older brothers - Tom, 35, Simon, 32, and Phil, 30 - she is used to it.
Her 65-year-old father Peter Ash and her mother Janet, 63, keep in touch with their daughter by phone.
Mr Ash said: "We're very proud of her and the work she is doing. But that is what she signed up for, she is answering the call of duty."
Capt Simpson met her husband, Alistair Simpson, who is also a doctor, when she was working in Edinburgh.
Dr Simpson, of Kemnay, Aberdeenshire, lived and worked at a British research station in Antarctica for 18 months before they married.
Capt Simpson said: "Even though Afghanistan and Antarctica are totally different environments he had some similar experiences down there."
"I chat to him on the phone if I need to talk about medical problems as well."
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|Fixed star: ASTERION
|Constellation: Beta (β) Canes Venatici
|Longitude 1900: 16VIR20
|Longitude 2000: 17VIR42
|Declination 1900: +41.54'
|Declination 2000: +41.21'
|Right ascension: 12h 33m
|Latitude: +40.32'
|Spectral class: G0
|Magnitude: 4.3
Beta (β) Canes Venatici, Asterion, on the southern of the two Hunting Hounds; the Hound named Chara.
The name Asterion seems to have derived from the Latin for "edible root", or "starry".
This gets confusing! This star is named Asterion and has also been named Chara, both titles of the two dogs. The more northern of the two hounds is named Asterion, "Starry", as is the title of this star beta (β) Canes Venatici, Asterion, but this star, Asterion, is actually on the southern hound, Chara, and not the hound named Asterion as one would expect! To add to the confusion; the name Chara was originally applied to the "southern dog", but it later became used specifically to refer to this star beta (β Asterion). Chara means "Dear", also had the meaning "dear to the heart of her master".
The northern hound is named Asterion from the little stars marking the body and because it contains the M51 Whirlpool Nebula, Copula.
The southern hound is Chara which contains the alpha and beta stars; (α) Cor Coroli, and this star beta (β) Asterion, the two brightest stars.
The usual illustration of the constellation, Canes Venatici, is of two Greyhounds straining at the leash held in the hand of Bootes, as he is guiding the Bears (Ursa Major and Ursa Minor) around the pole star, Polaris.
In Greek mythology Asterion denotes two sacred kings of Crete.
The first Asterion or Asterius ("ruler of the stars"), son of Neleus and Chloris by the Greeks called "king" of Crete, was the consort of Europa and stepfather of her sons by Zeus, who had to assume the form of the Cretan bull of the sun to accomplish his role. The sons were Minos the just king in Crete who judged the Underworld, Rhadamanthus, presiding over the Garden of the Hesperides or in the Underworld, and Sarpedon, likewise a judge in the Afterlife. He was the son of Tectamus. When he died, Asterion gave his kingdom to Minos, who promptly "banished" his brothers after quarrelling with them.
According to Karl Kerenyi (Kerenyi 1951 p 111; Kerenyi 1976:105) and other scholars, the second Asterion, the star at the center of the labyrinth on Cretan coins, was in fact the Minotaur, as the compiler of Bibliotheca (III.1.4) asserts: "And she (Pasiphae) gave birth to Asterius, who was called the Minotaur. He had the face of a bull, but the rest of him was human; and Minos, in compliance with certain oracles, shut him up and guarded him in the Labyrinth." "Minotaur" is simply a name of Hellene coining to describe his Cretan iconic bull-man image. Coins minted at Cnossos from the fifth century showed the kneeling bull or the head of a goddess crowned with a wreath of grain and on the reverse— the "underside"— a scheme of four meander patterns joined at the centre windmill fashion, sometimes with sickle moons or with a star-rosette at the center: "it is a small view of the nocturnal world on the face of the coin that lay downward in the printing process, and is, as it were, oriented downward" (Kerenyi 1976:105). [Answers]
This constellation gives a love of hunting and a penetrating mind, making those born under it faithful, keen, clever and fond of speculation. [Robson*, p.34.]
*[Fixed Stars and Constellations in Astrology, Vivian E. Robson, 1923].


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Introduced to Bryant High School in the fall of 2013, AE explores the evolution of flight, navigation and control, flight fundamentals, aerospace materials, propulsion, space travel, and orbital mechanics. In addition, this course presents alternative applications for aerospace engineering concepts. Students analyze, design, and build aerospace systems. They apply knowledge gained throughout the course in a final presentation about the future of the industry and their professional goals.
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No practice this weekend
Coach is in jail.
Coach is in jail.
Wow, he can afford Houze? Official lawyer of the Blazers.
I thought he went to diversion for the first drunk driving charge? He can do it again?
Daddy's paying the bill, for sure.
Ahaa, Steve -
This wasn't young Mr. Adelman's first such offense.
Why is he still a coach?
Isn't there a morals clause in his contract? Go to jail, go to the unemployment line?
If there is not such a clause in his contract, folks ought to start barraging the PPS board with pointed questions about why there are not such clauses in every coach, teacher, administrator and non classified employee's contract.
Not just the Blazers. Between the two, Steve Houze & Mike Starpoli have about a 95% market share of police officers in the grease for criminal matters. And they don't come cheap...
Isn't there a morals clause in his contract?
There is now.
The Lincoln High School principal did not fire Adelman because the employment contract did not expressly say you would lose your job for bad behavior.
Since the change inspired by Adelman, a small army of Lincoln coaches have been let go.
I'm wondering how hiring Houze to attack the state's case like a pitbull (albeit unsuccessfully) and asking to serve the time on weekends so it won't interfere with the coach's schedule is "taking full responsibility", but maybe that's just me.
Young master Adelman states in his mea culpa that the public scrutiny of his behaviour is part of the "great responsibility that his last name has placed upon him". Gag me with a spoon! The nobles oblige of being the scion of a pro basketball coach got him a job for which he is obviously not ready. Lincoln HS should be ashamed to have this kid coaching their kids.
Kudos to the judge. But PPS is sending the message that it's okay to break the law numerous times as long as your daddy is a quasi-celebrity.


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Easy-to-read medicine information about salbutamol – what is it, how to take salbutamol safely and possible side effects.
|Type of medicine
|Also called
What is salbutamol?
- Salbutamol is used to treat cough, wheeze and difficulty breathing caused by respiratory problems such as asthma and COPD.
- It works by opening air passages in the lungs to make breathing easier.
- Salbutamol is called a 'reliever' medicine because it quickly relieves your breathing problems. It starts to work within a few minutes and the effect will last between 3 to 5 hours.
- It belongs to a group of medicines known as short-acting bronchodilators.
Salbutamol is available as an inhaler (puffer) or as a nebulising solution.
Salbutamol inhaler
- The usual dose of salbutamol inhaler is 1 or 2 puffs up to 4 times a day, when needed for shortness of breath or wheezing,
- If you have asthma, you will receive a written asthma action plan from your asthma nurse or doctor which will tell you how many puffs to use for each dose, and the maximum number of puffs you should use in 24 hours. If you do not get relief from your symptoms after using the salbutamol inhaler, you must contact your doctor for advice straightaway or call 111.
- If you are using this medication to prevent asthma brought on by exercise, the usual dose is 2 puffs inhaled 15 to 30 minutes before exercise.
- Here is some guidance on how to use your salbutamol inhaler.
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- The usual dose of salbutamol inhalation (nebulising) solution is 2.5 mg or 5 mg up to 4 times daily when needed for shortness of breath.
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World Bulletin/News Desk
Crude pipelines have been shut-off in the eastern Chinese oil hub of Qingdao pending safety checks a day after a leak triggered a huge explosion that killed 47 people, a refinery official and state media said on Saturday.
Qingdao is one of China's largest crude oil import terminals, supplying at least two major Sinopec Corp refineries - the Qingdao plant and Sinopec Qilu Petrochemical Corp - as well as many small, independent refineries.
An official at the Qilu refinery said the city government had halted the flow of oil in all of the city's pipelines for safety inspections, which meant crude deliveries to all refineries in the city were temporarily cut off.
Qilu has not stopped refining nor reduced production but it was now drawing down its crude inventories, which will last about four to five days, the official said by telephone from Shandong province.
Qilu has a crude processing capacity of 220,000 bpd.
Calls to Sinopec's Qingdao refinery went unanswered.
The blast on Friday killed 47 people, Xinhua said. It caused a blaze that took several hours to bring under control and halted operations at the major oil port, media and ship brokers said.
The leaking pipeline had been in use since July 1986, with an annual oil transfer capacity of 10 million tonnes, Xinhua said. It measures 711 mm (28 in) in diameter and runs 248.52 km (154.4 miles).
After the explosion the Huangdao oil terminal in Qingdao stopped operations, ship brokers and a port official said on Friday. The local government said oil had spilled into the port, which had also caught fire, but a port official said the port had not been affected.
The disaster appeared to be Sinopec's deadliest and was one of the worst industrial disasters in China this year. In June, a fire at a poultry factory in the northeast killed 121 people.
The explosion comes as authorities scrutinise possible corruption at China's leading oil companies. Former head of China National Petroleum Company, Jiang Jiemin, and other senior officials at Petrochina were placed under investigation in September.
Sinopec Chairman Fu Chengyu apologised to the people of Qingdao during a visit to the scene, the company's Weibo microblog said on Saturday.
"(We) will do whatever it takes to go all out in rescue, relief and rehabilitation work, coordinating with the State Council incident investigation group to find the cause," it said.
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Chess is an exciting game of strategy It also was a fun challenge to code and involved overwriting the dup method on complex objects. Here is a link to a command line chess game written in ruby that I wrote while pair programing with a fellow Appacademy student.
Here is some command line ruby code I wrote for checkers
I wrote an Asteroids game using javascript and canvas. Here is a link to the javascript code and a live demo to play!
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This report studies the global Phenylketonuria (PKU) market status and forecast, categorizes the global Phenylketonuria (PKU) market size (value & volume) by manufacturers, type, application, and region.
Development policies and plans are discussed as well as manufacturing processes and industry chain structures are analyzed. This report also states import/export, supply and consumption figures as well as manufacturing cost, global revenue and presents gross margin by regions like North America, Europe, Japan, China and other countries (India, Southeast Asia, Central & South America and Middle East & Africa etc.)
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Major Points Covered in Table of Contents:
1 Phenylketonuria (PKU) Market Overview
2 Global Phenylketonuria (PKU) Market Competition by Manufacturers
3 Global Phenylketonuria (PKU) Capacity, Production, Revenue (Value) by Region
4 Global Phenylketonuria (PKU) Supply (Production), Consumption, Export, Import by Region
5 Global Phenylketonuria (PKU) Production, Revenue (Value), Price Trend by Type
6 Global Phenylketonuria (PKU) Market Analysis by Application
7 Global Phenylketonuria (PKU) Manufacturers Profiles/Analysis
8 Phenylketonuria (PKU) Manufacturing Cost Analysis
9 Industrial Chain, Sourcing Strategy and Downstream Buyers
10 Marketing Strategy Analysis, Distributors/Traders
11 Market Effect Factors Analysis
12 Global Phenylketonuria (PKU) Market Forecast
13 Research Findings and Conclusion
14 Appendix
Some List of Tables and Figures
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Coverage of the NFL clash between Browns and Steelers.
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Cleveland Browns sign Robert Griffin IIIThe Cleveland Browns secure the services of quarter-back Robert Griffin III on a two-year contract.
Mar 24, 17:33
Result: Cleveland Browns stop the rot with San Francisco 49ers triumphThe Cleveland Browns end a seven-game losing streak with a 24-10 victory over the San Francisco 49ers.
Dec 13, 21:08
Half-Time Report: Cleveland Browns leading San Francisco 49ers at breakIsaiah Crowell scores the only touchdown of the first half to give the Cleveland Browns a 10-3 lead over the San Francisco 49ers at half time.
Dec 13, 19:28
Report: Johnny Manziel to return as Cleveland Browns starterA report suggests that Johnny Manziel will return as starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns after being dropped for his off-the-field behaviour.
Dec 8, 03:19
Result: Cincinnati Bengals pound Cleveland Browns in Ohio battleThe Cincinnati Bengals score four touchdowns as they win 37-3 against their inner-state rivals, the Cleveland Browns.
Dec 6, 21:10
Half-Time Report: AJ Green shines in Ohio derby in CincinnatiThe Cincinnati Bengals start quickly as they lead the Cleveland Browns 20-3 at half time in the Ohio derby.
Dec 6, 19:41
Mike Pettine determined to fix Cleveland BrownsCleveland Browns head coach Mike Pettine reveals that he is determined to fix the Cleveland Browns' problems following their sixth loss on the bounce.
Dec 4, 03:36
Result: Late Will Hill touchdown stuns Cleveland Browns to secure Baltimore Ravens winThe Baltimore Ravens defeat the Cleveland Browns 33-27 as the visitors block a last-second field goal and Will Hill returns the loose ball for a touchdown.
Dec 1, 04:53
Half-Time Report: Baltimore Ravens hold four-point lead over Cleveland BrownsThe Baltimore Ravens hold a 17-13 lead at the break against AFC North rivals the Cleveland Browns.
Dec 1, 02:52
Result: Ben Roethlisberger guides Pittsburgh Steelers to victory over Cleveland BrownsThe Pittsburgh Steelers remain on course to reach the playoffs as Ben Roethlisberger plays through a foot injury to help his team beat the Cleveland Browns at Heinz Field.
Nov 15, 21:20
Half-Time Report: Pittsburgh Steelers in complete control against Cleveland BrownsBen Roethlisberger overcomes a foot injury to guide the Pittsburgh Steelers into a 21-3 half-time lead over the Cleveland Browns at Heinz Field.
Nov 15, 19:40
Result: Cincinnati Bengals beat Cleveland Browns to seal record eighth winTyler Eifert scores three touchdowns from Andy Dalton passes as Cincinnati Bengals beat Ohio rivals Cleveland Browns 31-10 and move 8-0 to start the season.
Nov 6, 04:21
Result: Arizona Cardinals come from behind to beat Cleveland BrownsThe Arizona Cardinals come from 13 points down to beat the Cleveland Browns 34-20 in the NFL.
Nov 1, 21:26
Half-Time Report: Brian Hartline hands Cleveland Browns advantageBrian Hartline scores two first-half touchdowns to lead the Cleveland Browns to a 20-10 lead over the Arizona Cardinals.
Nov 1, 19:41
Josh McCown injures shoulder in Cleveland Browns lossCleveland Browns quarterback Josh McCown injures his shoulder in the fourth quarter of the team's loss to the St Louis Rams.
Oct 25, 20:32
Result: Todd Gurley guides St Louis Rams to victory over Cleveland BrownsTodd Gurley scores two touchdowns in the second half to guide the St Louis Rams to a 24-6 win over the Cleveland Browns in their NFL clash.
Oct 25, 20:05
Half-Time Report: St Louis Rams capitalise on fumbles to lead Cleveland BrownsRodney McLeod returns a fumble for a touchdown to hand the St Louis Rams a narrow 10-3 lead at the break in their NFL clash against the Cleveland Browns.
Oct 25, 18:30
Result: Denver Broncos remain unbeaten with Cleveland Browns winThe Denver Broncos defeat the Cleveland Browns 26-23 in overtime to preserve their 100% record in the NFL this 2015 season thanks to a kick from Brandon McManus.
Oct 18, 21:45
Half-Time Report: Aqib Talib touchdown puts Denver Broncos in control against Cleveland BrownsAqib Talib scores a defensive touchdown by returning an interception to hand the Denver Broncos a 10-point lead at the break in their clash against the Cleveland Browns.
Oct 18, 19:22
Gary Barnidge: 'Touchdown catch was lucky'Gary Barnidge concedes that his touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens owed more to luck than skill.
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Development Facilitators, Inc. (DFI) is supplying the Baltimore County Department of Public Works with on-call surveying services. All surveys utilize GPS and Robotic Total Stations services to aid in compliance with a Consent Decree brought forth by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Maryland Department of the Environment to eliminate sanitary sewer overflows in accordance with the Clean Water Act and water pollution control.
DFI has been and continues to be responsible for locating and documenting all gravity sewer lines that are ten inches in diameter or larger, all eight inch lines that are necessary to accurately represent flow attributable to a specific service area in any collection system sewer shed, all gravity sewer lines that convey wastewater from one pump station service area to another pump station service area, and all gravity sewer lines that have caused or contributed to capacity related sanitary sewer overflows. This sanitary sewer collection system serves most of the citizens of Baltimore County who live inside the urban-rural demarcation line, some citizens of Anne Arundel and Howard Counties, and the facilities located at Baltimore-Washington International Airport owned by the State of Maryland.
This work also includes the preparation of maps depicting the collection system and all of its appurtenances and the location of all known sanitary sewer overflow structures, as well as all outfalls, manholes, and pump stations. The maps generated for Baltimore County are to be updated as needed for the County to prepare and submit a Sanitary Sewer Overflow Characterization Report on an annual basis. The surveying and maps are required to include new or corrected information identified during the prior year.


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Welcome to my little corner of the SG1 world. As Daniel's official scribe, I've broken the golden rule of not only reading his diary, but posting extracts here. Please don't tell him because I'll be sacked. And life without Daniel doesn't bear thinking about.
Additions to Scribe's Shower Scene Series
Jack is looking for an explanation for Daniel's strange behaviour.
Part of Scribe's Shower Scene Series. Tag to Children of the Gods - Season 1.
Jack and Daniel continue to contemplate the pros and cons of Jack's promotion.
Part of Scribe's Shower Scene Series. Spoilers for the end of Season 7.
SG-1 try to make amends for their treatment of Daniel in Lockdown.
(Sequel to Pros and Cons, plus spoilers for Season 8: Lockdown)
Additions to the hurt/comfort story archive
An unexpected sight causes Daniel pain. Fortunately Jack is there for him.
(A small piece of angsty comfort set post Forever in a Day)
Jack and Daniel have to deal with unexpected consequences on their return from Euronda.
(Spoilers for The Other Side)
Daniel makes friends with the local flora and fauna when a mission goes sour.
(Spoilers for The Curse)
Additions to the humour story archive
When SG-1 return to the Land of Light to celebrate Malousha's wedding, Jack
and Daniel discover they are expected to do more than simply observe.
(A silly piece of fluff written to celebrate Dr Beth's wedding.)
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How should I feel about my own death? I – Does my death harm me?
Some people fear flying; some fear buttons; and many, many people fear their own death. We might try to argue a friend out of their fear of flying or their fear of buttons by showing them that the fear is … Continue reading
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Mercedes-Benz is a name strongly associated with the height of luxury and comfort when it comes to automobiles. The brand recently added an S-Class SUV to its lineup — the 2017 Mercedes GLS-Class SUV. Over the course of the past two years, the company has aimed to overhaul the SUV and crossover segment of its lineup, and the result is astonishing. The GLS-Class has reviewers raving over the SUV's seamless combination of comfort and performance.
The entry-level member of the GLS SUV lineup is the GLS350d, powered by a 255-horsepower diesel engine. After that, the lineup goes GLS450, GLS550, and the range-topping AMG GLS63 powered by a 5.5-liter V8 biturbo engine that cranks out 577 horsepower altogether. That's a lot of power, and coupled with Mercedes-Benz's cutting-edge 4Matic all-wheel drive, it seems like these SUVs can conquer just about any terrain the world flings at them. Prices for 2017 models have not yet been announced, but 2016 prices ranged anywhere from $65,500 to $122,000.
The 2017 GLS will also be receiving a face-lift contributing to the overall exterior appearance of the vehicle, and according to reviewers, something as simple as a name change can spell bigger sales for a vehicle because buyers tend to think the car is new. In addition, the GLS-Class SUVs will be equipped with a system called Active Body Control, which controls body roll and helps the GLS feel lighter and less cumbersome when taking curves. Obviously, the vehicle's driving experience benefits from this advanced technology, which allows for a more comfortable ride.
The Mercedes GLS-Class SUV combines luxury with performance, delivering the functionality and capability of the SUV and crossover class in the form of top-of-the-line Mercedes-Benz engineering and quality. Quality you can trust. It's no wonder that reviewers throughout the industry have fallen in love. What's stopping you from checking out this awe-inspiring work today?


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DeepWeb por Leonardo Huertas
May 26, 2016. In this chapter Leonardo Huertas, CSA of ElevenPaths in Colombia, talks about the concepts of shallow and deep web and some of the main search engines for exploring the DeepWeb. He also looks at how to access this web. Watch the webcast now!
The internet is a constant presence among today's society since web users fulfill most of their communication, research, shopping and study needs, among others, through the web. The search results that you see displayed are not all of the existing search results. Even though it may seem strange, this is due to the fact that search engines only skim the surface of the world wide web.
Beyond this "surface" there is the Hidden Web, Dark Web, Invisible Web or, as it is most commonly known, the DeepWeb. "Common" search engines (Google, Yahoo, etc.) are unable to reach/index it. A vast percentage of information (pages, documents, etc.) has been designed so as to avoid indexation. An example of this is a web page that has been completely developed in flash and has no HTML content.
Studies indicate that the DeepWeb hosts approximately 80% of all information online. Browsing the DeepWeb is not a crime. However, it must be done securely and with a great sense of responsibility. How this browsing is used is what makes it good or bad.
The DeepWeb is a seemingly "privileged browsing environment" since its structure and philosophy have been designed to ensure the apparent anonymity of its users. Nevertheless, you must be aware of the fact that this anonymity depends on the measures the users take during their navigation. As you will be able to see, the setting offered by the DeepWeb has attracted terrorist organizations, cyber-criminals in general as well as black markets. But it is also the means for other ethical activities to take place, e.g. investigations (interviews) wherein this web (and its information and security features) is the ideal setting for the journalist and interviewee to interact.
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Category: Chicago Happenings
7 places in Hyde Park to explore with your family
Photo: J.B. Spector/Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
As a child growing up in Chicago, I only thought of Hyde Park as where the Museum of Science and Industry lived. I'd go there on family trips or field trips, once or twice a year, always making sure to pay a visit to the baby chicks. On one memorable visit, my 8th-grade class ran into Davy Jones inside the Hall of Nobel Prize Winners.
But for all the times I traveled to Hyde Park, I never truly visited the neighborhood. As...Posted on January 15, 2018 at 11:45 AM
Move for kids like Miles at Move for the Kids 5K Walk/Run
After turning blue during "tummy time," three-month-old Miles was rushed to Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago's Emergency Department. It was there that his family received the news no family wants to hear: Their son was in heart failure.
"We were told Miles was in critical condition, and that the only way he would survive would be to have a heart transplant," says Roxanne, Miles's mom. "Miles didn't have the usu...Posted on April 27, 2017 at 10:25 AM
Step up for kids like Mary Cate | NPNparents.org
She may look different on the outside, but five-year-old Mary Cate, this year's Aon Step Up for Kids patient champion, is just like any other kid on the inside.
Diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called Apert Syndrome, which affects the shape of the head and face and prevents the skull from growing normally, Mary Cate has undergone several major surgeries at Lurie Children's with more procedures still to come. It is Family Services prog...Posted on December 07, 2016 at 9:00 AM
6 reasons to go to Chicago Toy & Game Fair | NPNparents.org
Don't let the 60-degree weather in Chicago fool you—lights are going up on trees and holiday music is taking over the airwaves. The holidays are almost here! And if you are anything like me, coming up with great gifts for the kids in my life is a struggle. I mean, I don't want to be stepping on small figurines every time I walk through my living room, nor do I want to spend a ton of money on poorly made toys that fall apart within a week. That's why my family and I are taking a trip to Ch...Posted on November 15, 2016 at 2:34 PM
The top fall family activities in Chicago
It's that time of year when there is pumpkin-flavored EVERYTHING and the weather is absolutely perfect for exploring before old man winter comes and sends us all into a seasonal depression (c'mon, I know I'm not the only one who goes crazy being cooped up inside with energetic little ones, right?!?!).
So make the most out of fall in Chicagoland and create your own family fall bucket list. Need some inspiration? Here's what is on ours—and be sure to keep up with our autumnal activities ...Posted on October 03, 2016 at 9:41 AM
Overheard on the NPN forum: Apple orchards near Chicago
This weekend is forecasted to be downright gorgeous, so get out there with your kids and enjoy it! This is prime time at apple orchards around Chicago, where kids can do way more than just pick apples—many also have hay rides, mazes, petting zoos and more.
Right now on the NPN discussion forum, parents are recommending their favorite orchards close to the city for a fun weekend outing. Get in on the conversation by offering your own favorites or learning about a new spot.
Top 4 Last Minute Summer Camp Options
Ok, believe it or not, Summer is finally here. Whether you like it or not, your kid(s) are going to need a break from you and the rigors of preschool/elementary school. Here are some amazing camp options that still have availibility this summer. Bonus: Each of them offer a very special discount only to NPN members.
Little Beans Cafe: They have two great locations with super flexible options. The Chicago locations takes children ages 3-6 and their brand new Evanston locations take...Posted on June 03, 2015 at 1:25 PM
Top 6 Spring Survival Apps
Playground Pointers ($1.99)
An NPN favorite and worth every penny. Playground Pointers is a searchable iPhone app that will guide you to the best Chicago playgrounds close to you. If you want to explore a new neighborhood, run an errand yet want to give your kids the chance to play outside, or want to meet another family for a playdate in a new area, Playground Pointers is a must-have. It gives you location information, pics and even notes on the ambiance (i.e. the el rumbles a little ...Posted on April 21, 2015 at 7:30 AM
Top Ten NPN Events this Spring
The weather is warming up and so is the NPN calendar. There is surely no shortage of things to do, so join us for some family friendly fun over the next few weeks!
4/16 - Mom's Day/Night Out at vFish - Free & open to the public! Take a break, bring a donation, mix and mingle, find some great Spring apparel all while supporting NPN. 20% of all purchases go toward improving NPN's programming.
4/22 - Baby Basics 101 – Free & NPN Members Only. Get all of your new par...
Secrets to Getting the Best Deals at Consignment Events
Spring is here and my kids seem to grow as fast as the weeds. All of the clothes from last year are outgrown and ready for a new home. Fortunately, I have found a way to dress my boys in the best, while saving a ton of money; shopping a Consignment Event. It only happens twice a year, but I stock up for the entire season and spend about what I would during a regular shopping trip. With summer quickly approaching, I am looking forward to shopping at the Babies, Tots n' More Consignment ...Posted on April 01, 2015 at 1:42 PM


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DRAPER — It was supposed to be the best of times for S. Michael and Laurie Wilcox.
"We had such plans. We were going to do so many things. I had just retired," Michael Wilcox said.
Then Laurie Wilcox was diagnosed with a grade 3 anaplastic astrocytoma, a form of aggressive brain cancer.
"We both knew it was a death sentence, there was no cure and it was going to take her life," he said in a recent interview. "We were hoping we might have some time, but we didn't get it. She died very quickly."
Despite the pain of losing his sweetheart, the experiences during her final days and those that followed taught Wilcox valuable lessons and led to him to write a new book titled, "Sunset: On the Passing of Those We Love" (Deseret Book, $16.99). While recalling his own journey, Wilcox also shares sensitive insights for cherishing loved ones, treasuring mortality and how to turn to the Lord in times of painful adversity.
During his wife's struggle with cancer, two experiences played a role in leading him to write "Sunset." First, Wilcox described flying over Lima, Peru, and seeing a beautiful sunrise. It reminded him of how beautiful beginnings can be. The next night, as he was flying over the Pacific Ocean, he saw the most gorgeous sunset of his life.
"As I watched, into my mind came the words, 'Sunsets are beautiful things, endings as well as beginnings. They do not plunge the world into darkness but remind us of the glories of the day and promise that the sun will rise again,' " Wilcox said. "I felt it was the Lord's way of saying even though this was an ending, a sunset on my wife's life, that I should not be full of grief — I am — but I should remember the glorious, good and positive things that we had shared, that the sun will rise again and I will see her again."
Secondly, as Laurie's health declined, Wilcox was diligent in recording his thoughts, experiences, impressions and feelings in a little black notebook.
"I was writing down the things I was being taught, not particularly to be published, I just felt these were sacred things and I needed to have them," Wilcox said. "We are asked to mourn with those that mourn and comfort those who stand in need of comfort. I thought that there would be some things that maybe I could put voice and words to, that could help people."
Wilcox doesn't believe he will ever "get over" Laurie's death. Since her death last year, the retired CES instructor for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and author does his best to stay busy by guiding LDS tours and taking care of his family. He finds comfort and strength by attending Mormon temples and recalling the happy memories of his marriage.
Wilcox hopes the contents of "Sunset" will bring a measure of comfort to readers who have lost someone, perhaps shed light on a deeper meaning of love and be an overall blessing. "Sunset" is available wherever LDS books are sold.
"To those who know what it is to lament a dear one's passing — and ultimately that will be all of us who love — may that love be intensified, grounded on the bedrock of our deepest souls and be made holy by the separation," Wilcox wrote at the end of his book. "May your sunsets be bright with time's remembered fullness. And during the dark hours, when the midnight thoughts turn in the mind, may the hope of an awaiting sunrise, on an eternal morning, light your hearts forever."
Beyond the Sunset with S. Michael Wilcox
Despite the pain of losing his wife to cancer, the experience taught S. Michael Wilcox valuable lessons and led to him to write a new book titled, Sunset: On the Passing of Those We Love. In the book, Wilcox shares sensitive insights for cherishing loved ones, treasuring mortality and how to turn to the Lord in times of adversity. He also shares some of those insights in this interview.
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License Quest
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After driving in the Driving school you need to pass the License test and get your driving license. But you must pass the entire quest in the driving test first.
Driving in a difficult situation need a lot of perfection and concentration. So drive careful and safe, collect as many points as you can for your best score and get the driving license. The police officer will try to make it hard for you so be careful. Use the arrow keys to drive and spacebar if you need to brake hard. Have fun and get the reward in the end of the test.


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The Meeting Professional
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Tiffany Andrews
Sales & Marketing Administrator
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
According to a news release, the dinner was organized by Aubrey Bettinazzi, events coordinator at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center.
Bettinazzi said Floridians affected by Irma that sought refuge in South Carolina need more than money.
"Assisting Floridians affected by Irma does not have to be monetary. Let's help the evacuees seeking refuge in Horry County by giving of our time, providing them with essentials, and showing compassion."
Tiffany Andrews, Sales and Marketing Administrator with the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, said more than 50 campsites at the KOA were occupied by evacuees.
Campground officials said they thought 25 more campsites would soon be occupied. Andrews said seeing community members make such an effort for those in need was moving.
"It's humbling to witness my employer, fellow city team members, and companies like Costco and Better Brands, Inc. immediately responded to our request. My only concern is, will they enjoy the chicken bog dinner prepared by my General Manager, Paul Edwards so much that I'm unable to get a bowl," Andrews said.
Organizers are collecting donations for evacuees in need.
They are asking for the following items:
• Toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo/conditioner, lotion,
• Deodorants, razor (men/women), wipes/hand sanitizer, etc.)
• Canned goods / Non-Perishable Items
• Cleaning Supplies
• Laundry Detergent
• Paper Supplies (toilet tissue, paper towel, etc.)
• Bottle Water / Bottled Beverages
• Sleeping Bags
Items can be dropped off at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center Ticket Office at 2102 North Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC.
Collected items will be delivered to the KOA for evacuees at the end of the day Friday, Sept. 15, 2017.
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) – The Myrtle Beach Convention Center team is collecting items to donate to Myrtle Beach's KOA Irma evacuees at the end of the week.
In addition to the donations this week, Irma evacuees staying in Horry County will be fed a free meal Wednesday evening, thanks to the convention center team.
This local outreach project was organized by Aubrey Bettinazzi, Events Coordinator at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. "Assisting Floridians affected by Irma does not have to be monetary. Let's help the evacuees seeking refuge in Horry County by giving of our time, providing them with essentials, and showing compassion," Bettinazzi said in a press release.
As of Monday, 50 campsites were being occupied by evacuees and organizers anticipate that another 25 campsites would be occupied soon.
This outreach became even more important after learning that the evacuees are families and 40 percent of them arrived in cars.
The Myrtle Beach Convention Center Ticket Office at 2101 North Oak Street is a drop off location.
Items will be delivered to KOA for those affected by Irma today - Friday the 15.
Items Needed:
• Toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo/conditioner, lotion, deodorants, razor (men/women), wipes/hand sanitizer, etc.)
• Canned Goods / Non-Perishable food Items
• Cleaning Supplies
• Laundry Detergent
• Paper Supplies (toilet tissue, paper towel, etc.)
• Bottled Water / Bottled Beverages
• Sleeping Bags
• No Clothing
For more details, please contact Tiffany Andrews at 843-385-1523, Aubrey Bettinazzi at 843- 385-1579, or Andrea Sperduto at 843-957-1272.
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) – A campground site in Myrtle Beach is offering a free, two-night stay and free meals to people escaping Hurricane Irma. At least 20 families who have evacuated Florida because of the storm have made reservations at KOA Campgrounds on 5th Avenue South.
"We would have been sleeping in the car until the storm was over without this campground," said Heather Hatton. That's what she and the rest of her did when Hurricane Matthew hit their hometown of Fernandina Beach, Florida.
Now, almost a year later, another hurricane has forced them to hit the road. "Stressful, very stressful. Trying to pack up what you think you're going to need. Knowing that when you get back, you might not have anything," said Michele Fourman, Heather's mother. Fourman says her house still has damage Hurricane Matthew. "We had three trees hit our house. It took out the whole laundry room and it's still not fixed from then," said her daughter Nicole.
The family of nine left Florida yesterday and didn't even know KOA was offering free shelter, until they called to make a reservation. "Very very much relieved," said Michele. "It took a lot of stress of knowing we had somewhere to be." KOA general manager Jeremiah Drew said, "You get to us, we'll take care of you, that's just how we do it."
When Myrtle Beach escaped Irma's path, Drew says he knew he had to help those who wouldn't be so lucky. "If you had the opportunity to do it, you'd do it and we just have that blessing on us to be able to step up and help out," he said. To which Michele says, "The generosity, and the welcoming, it just gets you kind of emotional. This place doesn't even know us but they've opened their arms and everything they have to us."
Though the Hattons don't know what the next few days will bring, they said they're grateful to be able to stop and catch their breath. "Being able to do this has helped us make the best of what we've got going on," said Michele.
April 2012 Issue 2
IAEE SE Expo Times
Member Spotlights
Sales Manager
Myrtle Beach Convention
How many years have you been with this company? 20 years glorious years as I stated to my City Manager.
Responsibilities? Providing solutions for successful face-to-face meetings in the tradeshow and conference profession
What do you like best about your job? Forming partnerships with providers that will produce memorable events for my clients and their attendees.
How many years have you been in the hospitality industry? 33 years
How did you get into the industry? I needed a job in my hometown after college.
I live in a resort destination where there were many front desk clerk positions available.
What advice would you give to others looking to get into the industry? Cross train in all components that contribute to a successful event.
When did you join IAEE? 1993
How has being a member of IAEE affected your career? It has provided a wider audience of professionals that engage in the tradeshow and conference profession
What accomplishment are you most proud of? There have been many highlights in my professional life but at the moment getting my CEM designation really has given me a sense of accomplishment.
Who do you most admire? I admire many things in many people but collectively, I admire our men and women of the American Military.
What do you like to do for fun? Canoe in the "Redneck Yacht" a 40 year old canoe complete with the America and South Carolina flags and a trolling motor. You can't paddle all the time!
Do you have a story or experience that you would like to share with the
chapter? Many years ago during a conference, I had the privilege to join a select group of people to tour the USS John Paul Jones, the ship of the Commander of the Pacific Fleet. Participation was by selection, so being from South Carolina, I wrote to the then Chairman of the Armed Services Committee, Sen. Strom Thurmond, a South Carolina native. In my request for support in my attempt to join the touring group, I neglected to state that the tour of the USS John Paul Jones was already organized. A call from Sen. Thurmond's office to me took me by surprise when the Senators Aid wanted to know how many people I wanted to take on a tour and what dates I wanted my group to go. After clarifying that I wanted to join a group, the Aid said that my request really carried weight with the Senator and that he was instructed to organize any tour that I wanted! I was really surprised that my request had that much clout! Needless to say, with Sen. Thurmond's support, I was able to join the touring group and saw firsthand the young soldiers handle multi-million dollar equipment with expertise. The following year I had the honor of escorting Sen. Thurmond on a tour of the Myrtle Beach Convention Center during its grand opening.
Convention South-June 1, 2011
6 Fun & Family Friendly Cities
by Convention South
If you're planning a SMERF meeting and want participants to bring their families, choose a destination with mass appeal, like these below.
1. WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS: Nestled in North Texas, Wichita Falls is located between Dallas/Ft. Worth and Oklahoma City. The Multi-Purpose Events Center is a flexible complex consisting of multiple facilities, including an exhibit hall with more than 58,000 square feet of meeting space. Family activities include the newly renovated
Castaway Cove Water Park and the Butterfly Conservatory at River Bend Nature Center. Groups can also enjoy miles of lighted walking trails, winding along the Wichita River to The Falls, a 54-foot, man-made waterfall. Accommodations include the 90-acre Coyote Ranch Resort with the Grand Lodge, five meeting and reception facilities, a wedding chapel, 23 cottages and cabins, two pools and more.
2. WILLIAMSBURG, VIRGINIA: The Greater Williamsburg area of Virginia gives visitors a look at the country's heritage and offers so much more. "We pride ourselves on having something for every age and every interest," said Linda Stanier, director of communications for the Greater Williamsburg Chamber and Tourism Alliance. "We are best known for the Colonial history at Colonial Williamsburg, but we have sites that showcase Civil War history too, exhilarating theme parks like Busch Gardens and Water Country USA." Greater Williamsburg has over 100 lodging properties to meet almost any need and fit almost every budget. If your event is in the winter, Stanier suggested Great Wolf Lodge with its indoor water park. If your group and their families like sports, consider Kings Mill with its three championship golf courses. And the Williamsburg Lodge and Woodlands Hotel and Suites are part of Colonial Williamsburg.
3. KISSIMMEE, FLORIDA: Providing easy access to world-famous Orlando, Fla., theme parks like Walt Disney World, Kissimmee is the place where almost every kid's dreams can come to life, said Sylvia Oliande of the Kissimmee CVB. "Families can cheer as their favorite knight bests his rival at Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament or marvel at the acrobatic horsemanship at Arabian Nights Dinner Show. Kissimmee also has a large assortment of attractions that allow groups to explore the natural side of the destination, like touring a scenic lake in a pontoon boat or taking a zip-line tour of a nature preserve." Military reunions enjoy excursions and gathering at the various aviation companies at Kissimmee Gateway Airport, including a WWII air museum. While religious groups enjoy The Holy Land Experience. "Many of Kissimmee's accommodations offer small- and mid-sized meeting space for a family banquet or even a Sunday morning 'church' service, as well as outside gathering space where groups can stage their own picnics," she said. "Groups can also save money by choosing one of the accommodations that offer breakfast inclusive of their rate."
4. MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA: A long stretch of sun-kissed sand and surf just begging folks to soak up some fun makes Myrtle Beach a popular destination for all types of travelers. But if you look beyond the beach, you'll find something for everyone and every age, as Melanie Doty, the SMERF market sales manager for the Myrtle Beach CVB, explained. "It is the one place where you can make everyone in your group happy. From the wonderful theater productions (some with a military tribute at the end), old favorites like Ripley's Aquarium and area shopping to our newer attractions like WonderWorks and the Sky Wheel (a giant observation wheel that reaches 200 feet above sea level and features 42 climate-controlled gondolas), many of my clients are finding they do not have enough time to do everything," she said. Many area hotel properties are working hard to garner family business, group-related and otherwise. "Many properties have 'reinvented' themselves to be more family friendly," Doty said. "Groups are finding that if they don't want to go anywhere once they arrive in Myrtle Beach, properties have added additional swimming pools, waterpark areas and lazy rivers."
5. GALVESTON, TEXAS: Galveston Island is a historic beach town located 50 miles from Houston. The island offers 32 miles of beaches, a variety of family attractions, Texas' premier cruise port and one of the largest and well-preserved concentrations of Victorian architecture in the country, according to Leah Boyd of the Galveston Island CVB, who said The Disney Magic cruise boat will begin its Galveston schedule in September of next year. And, Moody Gardens has opened a newly redesigned Rainforest Pyramid after a $25 million enhancement. The biggest change to the design will be a new tree-top canopy walkway that will take guests on a "bird's eye" exploration of more than 1,000 species of exotic plants and animals. Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center offers 428 guest rooms and more than 100,000 square feet of meeting space. Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark opens its new Shipwreck Harbor wave lagoon this summer, which will include a 100,000-gallon pool of three-foot waves and two new slides. The San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center, offers 246 guest rooms and 40,000 square feet of meeting space. Texas' only historic beachfront hotel, the Hotel Galvez - A Wyndham Grand Resort, is turning 100 years old this year and offers 224 guest rooms and more than 13,000 square feet of meeting space.
6. PIGEON FORGE, TENNESSEE: Nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains, Pigeon Forge is an outdoor adventurers dream and also a great spot for doing nothing more than simply relaxing in the fresh mountain air. "Pigeon Forge has a huge array of attractions and activities itself, and, of course, its next-door neighbor is Great Smoky Mountains National Park," said Tom Adkinson of the Pigeon Forge Tourism Department. Dollywood is one of the city's top attractions and was created by the iconic country star Dolly Parton, a native of nearby Sevierville, Tenn. Adkinson said, "Its theme is the music, crafts, food and culture of the southern Appalachians, so it's an attraction not duplicated anywhere." Other attractions include a museum devoted to the Titanic that's actually a replica of the ship and an upside down building featuring an interactive science center called WonderWorks.
Meeting Focus-March 1, 2011
Meetings Industry Rebounding Strongly
by Tyler Davidson, Chief Content Director
Results from Meetings Focus' 2011 Meetings Market Trends Survey demonstrate increases in key areas.
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – The North American meetings industry is solidly in rebound mode after nearly two years of lean times, according to results from the 2011 Meetings Market Trends Survey, published by Meetings Focus, based here.
"This year's survey, among the most comprehensive in the industry, demonstrated that meeting planners expect to hold more meetings in 2011, work with higher budgets and enjoy higher attendance," said Tyler Davidson, chief content director of Meetings Focus. "On the flip side, they also expect prices to increase."
Key findings include the following:
When asked what would be their biggest challenge when planning meetings in the coming year, 14 percent less responded "lower budget" this year when compared to last year's survey. This was led by corporate planners, of which 19.3 percent less this year said budget woes would be their biggest challenge.
Planners who indicated that the number of meetings they will hold will decrease shrank by 12.5 percent overall, and those who replied that they expect the number of meetings to increase raised 9.3 percent overall. Association planners—who tend to hold the largest meetings—led the pack, with 11.1 percent more expecting their number of meetings to increase more than 10 percent next year.
Those who said "decreasing attendance" would be their biggest challenge fell 9.5 percent this year, led by association planners, of which 12.6 percent less noted attendance decline was their chief concern.
16.7 percent more planners overall listed price increases as their biggest concern in this year's survey when compared to the previous survey, led by corporate planners (18.5 percent more) and association planners (17 percent more).
The results of the survey, which was completed by nearly 700 respondents, were combined with interviews of participants; a separate survey on career trends accompanied by an analysis by Meetings Focus Career Forum columnist Sheryl Sookman; an outlook story from Issa Jouaneh, vice president of Maxvantage and American Express Meetings & Events; and a page of additional resources.
The results of the 2011 Meetings Market Trends survey are available online at www.MeetingsFocus.com/MarketTrends or via the digital edition of the print publication, also available on MeetingsFocus.com. The digital version of the publication also includes video interviews with major meetings industry association heads: Deborah Sexton, president and CEO of PCMA; Bruce MacMillan, president and CEO of MPI; and John Graham, president and CEO of ASAE. Sookman also provides two video clips analyzing the job market.
About Meetings Focus
Meetings Focus is a San Francisco-based division of Stamats Communications Inc., based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Meetings Focus publishes content geared toward the meetings industry, including print publications Meetings Focus East, Meetings Focus MidAmerica, Meetings Focus South and Meetings Focus West, as well as e-media content channels such as www.MeetingsFocus.com, various e-newsletters and educational webinars, and live events, among other products. Meetings Focus also operates an online virtual community, Meetings Focus Forum (www.MeetingsFocusForum.com), addressing meetings industry subjects.
Convention South, January 2011
Myrtle Beach, At The Center Of It All
Gone are the days of drab, boring meeting destinations. Brilliant sunshine illuminates the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. Our 250,000-squarefoot convention center is one of the largest on the East coast, and our exhibit hall is 100,800 square feet of column-free space, divisible into three sections. Hall C features telescopic seating for 2,500 plus and is ideal for general sessions and large assemblies. Thirty five-foot ceilings in the exhibit hall can accommodate most any exhibit or production company's needs. Eleven dedicated docks and drive in access to each hall assures your event moves in and out on time and on budget. Our 17,000-square-foot ballroom features the advantages of both design and functionality. Whatever your agenda, our ballroom's flexibility and beauty breaks the old rules of how convention center ballrooms should be. Additionally, there are 17 functional meeting rooms for breakout sessions for up to 200 people theater seating. Our lush 30,000-square-foot Events Plaza landscape is a unique space great for receptions, oyster roasts, barbecues and other outdoor activities.
So...sunbathe, stroll, swim, or fish on the wide beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. Just minutes away enjoy 350 acres filled with unique shopping, casual dining, a variety of attractions and exciting nightlife at Broadway at the Beach. In spring of 2011 WonderWorks will make Broadway at the Beach its third home. Now open for your enjoyment is Myrtle Beach's 1.2-mile oceanfront boardwalk. The boardwalk stretches from the Second Avenue Pier to the Fourteen Avenue Pier and features three different sections of varying width and shape. Our boardwalk features a raised wooden deck, with dune landscaping and vegetation, to create a serene, peaceful and natural environment and beach experience. Minutes away from the convention center is even a baseball stadium, BB&T Coastal Field, home of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, part of the Atlanta Braves system and a great night out for any convention or group to enjoy. Situated in Myrtle Beach's Entertainment District, we are within steps of all Myrtle Beach has to offer!
We have it all under one roof! Just steps away from your convention activity your attendees will marvel at the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel's exquisite cuisine, state of the art fitness center, and 402 comforting guest rooms and suites. Being a member of the Starwood family, we welcome Starwood Preferred Planners to experience our facility as we Host Great Meetings! As a planner you will find our convention center and hotel to be your best choice on the Eastern Seaboard, and love the fact that we erase the need for early morning commutes from hotel to convention center. While staying at our hotel, enjoy dinner in Vidalia's Restaurant or an afternoon cocktail at M-Bar, here we offer complimentary
wireless Internet access. At the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel friendly service and a contemporary design awaits you!
The Sheraton chefs provide all the food and beverage services at the convention center, offering a superior food experience for your attendees. Chefs can easily cater a gourmet meal for 5,000 people in our 8,000- square-foot banquet kitchen. You will not be disappointed with their spectacular catered presentations ranging from eye-opening breakfasts to a seven course extravaganza of food and fun.
Modern meeting-goers enjoy our features like wireless Internet access, electricity, cable, telecommunications and water every 30 feet throughout our exhibit halls. Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) lines can be provided throughout our facility. We believe in doing our part in "Going Green," so much so we have installed Occupancy Motion Sensors. Sensors are designed to turn lights off in meeting rooms, ballrooms and restrooms when there is no movement within 30 minutes. Our facility's use of compact fluorescent bulbs is estimated to save up to 70 percent on our energy bill.
Services & Amenities
Convention center security staff and monitors keep our facility safe 24 hours a day. We offer over 1,750 on-site parking or your attendees and exhibitors. South Carolina is a right-to-work state and that fact alone is a great service, which eliminates unnecessary expenses.
Airport & Transportation
Just about 70 miles from Interstate 95, you can drive here easily or choose to fly direct to the Myrtle Beach International Airport. Either way, your journey to and from conferences in Myrtle Beach will be an easy one for sure.
Rejuvenate, December 2010
Industry Leaders - Ursula Witherspoon
Sales Manager for Conventions and Expositions
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, South Carolina
"It's a thrill to see a new trade show or convention produce a successful event in our facility and make plans to return in the future."
Ursula Witherspoon, CEM, has sold Myrtle Beach in a variety of capacities for nearly 30 years and joined the Myrtle Beach Convention Center team shortly after its opening in 1992. Her professional memberships include the International Association of Exhibitions and Events, PCMA and Religious Conference Managers Association. Witherspoon became a Certified Exhibit Manager in 2009, which she says broadened her capacity to understand a customer's needs and objectives. When not working, she enjoys exploring the area's creeks and rivers in her kayak.
"It's a thrill to see a new trade show or convention produce a successful event in our facility and make plans to return in the future," she says.
Witherspoon advises planners take full advantage of social media. "Future meetings and events are forecast to rely more on social networking and digital media in marketing branding and to drive event attendance," she says. "MBCC works hand in hand with our meeting planners to assist them in maximizing their conference attendance via Facebook and linking to their websites."
Jayne Kuryluk, CMCA, of Christian Meetings and Conventions Association, says, "Our spring show in Myrtle Beach, S.C., was our largest show yet. About 200 were in attendance to enjoy the sights and hospitality of Myrtle Beach. Danna Lilly with the Myrtle Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau and Ursula Witherspoon with the Myrtle Beach Convention Center were our gracious hostesses. Thank you, Danna and Ursula, for a fantastic job. The Myrtle Beach show holds many fond memories."
Meetings South, June 2009
Planner's Perspective
Jo Anne Mims
Convention/Meetings Manager; Associated Locksmiths of America and Safe and Vault Technicians Association; Dallas
Describe your event. Our event was an annual convention of the Safe and Vault Technicians Association in March (SAFETECH 2009). We had 350 members in attendance from over 40 countries. We are an international association, so attendees came from as far away as Papua New Guinea, Guam, Singapore, Sweden and Norway. The purpose of the meeting is educational training and we put on a trade show featuring new products. We were based at the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel.
Why did you decide to host the meeting in Myrtle Beach? We wanted a location in the South for the nice weather. It was also important that the location have a lot [for attendees] to do, and Myrtle Beach fit the bill.
What surprised you the most about Myrtle Beach? The ease of getting around the city was a surprise and the convenience of the airport.
What did your attendees seem to enjoy the most about the city? The attendees truly enjoyed the nightlife that the area offered, from the stroll down to the beach area to the easy walk over to Broadway at the Beach. Attendees enjoyed Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville and the Hard Rock Cafe Myrtle Beach.
What were some of the unique off-site venues that you used for events or meetings? Our grand finale banquet was held at Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede. Our international attendees especially enjoyed the music and history the show had to offer.
Was anybody particularly helpful at a venue or property? All of the staff at the hotel and convention center was very friendly and always ready to help with any need we had. From the loading dock staff to the banquet setup folks, everybody was very friendly.
Would you return? Yes. We are planning to return to Myrtle Beach in 2012. The Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel is the perfect venue for us. We love the city, and our attendees will be excited to return.
MB Convention Center wins Chili Challenge
by Continuous News Desk
Carolina Live
Seven teams of three prepared at least 20 quarts of chili to be tasted and judged at Myrtle's Market. The event raised money for the American Heart Association. The Myrtle Beach fire and police departments participated - just to name two.
Some of the teams attempted to make an original recipe. Others used family recipes they wouldn't share with anyone. "It's a secret. We're all from the same blood line and honor a family tradition. Many generations of my family died getting this recipe here to the United States so we could make great chili," said Mike Quinn, Myrtle Beach Police Department. The Myrtle Beach Convention Center won the contest.
Tasting and judging was open to the public for a $3.000 donation to the American Heart Association.
The event raised $681.
Destination: The Carolinas
Smart Meetings, October 2010 Creative Conferences in The Carolinas (Excerpt)
North and South Carolina offer the perfect blend of perspectives
By Erin Bernall
The Carolinas contradict. In one moment, the landscape is shrouded in lush forest. At next glance, a labyrinth of waterways and islands punctuate the mid-Atlantic shoreline. Modern cities with sophisticated services remarkably complement historic landmarks that shaped the nation. For meeting planners, North and South Carolina offer great variety for any size event, any time of year.
The Myrtle Beach area, referred to as the Grand Strand, is home to more than 425 hotels and resorts that compose the region's inventory of 89,000 accommodations. There's no shortage of recreation either. Golf courses number more than 100, and the new $6-million Oceanfront Boardwalk and Promenade offers scores of restaurants, shopping and live entertainment options.
New seasonal air service provided by Spirit Airlines, American Eagle and Allegiant Air has further bolstered Myrtle Beach's appeal to meeting planners. "Many spring and summer conference attendees, who were also last-minute bookers, have been able to take advantage of some great fares with the new low-cost carrier routes," says Danna Lilly, CMP, director of sales at the Myrtle Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.
In the heart of central Myrtle Beach, the Myrtle Beach Convention Center is the region's primary conference-specific facility. Flexible function space totals 250,000 sq. ft., including the 100,000-square-foot, column-free exhibition hall and a 17,000-square-foot ballroom.
The Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel is connected to the convention center, and offers 400 guest rooms and an in-house ballroom with capacity for up to 1,200. All other meeting and event space needs are met directly with the convention center.
To read the entire article visit http://smartmeetings.com/event-planning-magazine/2010/10/creative-conferences-in-the-carolinas/destination


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Jon Boden has become the 'stand out performer of his generation' (The Guardian) of traditional folk artists, but one whose repertoire extends far beyond the boundaries of the genre.
Jon Boden is best known is the lead singer and main arranger of the progressive folk juggernaut Bellowhead. After twelve years, a quarter of a million album sales, seven singles on the Radio 2 playlist and selling out hundreds of venues throughout the land and beyond, including notably the Royal Albert Hall, Jon announced in 2015 that he wanted to move on. The rest of the band decided not to continue without him. Bellowhead played their final gig on May 1st 2016.
As a total contrast to the eleven-piece Bellowhead, autumn 2016 saw Jon launch his live solo career with a performance at Cambridge Folk Festival in July 2016, followed by dates the next week at Snape Proms and Sidmouth FolkWeek. His recorded solo career goes back to 2006 with the release of his album Painted Lady (re-released with new bonus tracks in October 2016 to mark the album's tenth anniversary) followed by the critically lauded Songs From The Floodplain which led to him being named Folk Singer of The Year at the 2009 BBC Folk Awards. He has toured several times since then with his own band The Remnant Kings, but this was the first time he performed entirely solo.
'Jon Boden chose to refloat his solo career with a Thursday night headliner that demonstrated he's lost none of his slightly bonkers flamboyance.' Songlines review of Cambridge Folk Festival 2016
'Alone, Boden still has the energy of a twelve piece band' EDS Magazine
Jon's new album 'Afterglow' was released in October 2017 and continues Jon's explorations of a post-oil world, this time following the course of two lovers over the night of a fire-lit city carnival. The first single from the album 'All The Stars Are Coming Out Tonight' has been playlisted on BBC Radio 2 from 6th October.
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