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"When I was elected Mayor we had a peak of I think over 200 murders a year ... By the time I had left ... muders were down to 160 - But in the last year there's been an 8 per cent increase in murders"
Ken Livingstone, BBC News London, 26 March 2012
"Ken Livingstone's previous false claims on crime: ... Ken Livingstone claim: In the last year there has been an 8 per cent increase in murders"
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"Comparing my term against that of my predecessor: Murders have decreased by 25.9%"
Boris Johnson, 2 April 2012
Mayor of London Boris Johnson and Labour challenger Ken Livingstone both stepped up their campaigns last week, with both candidates publishing their crime manifestos.
Amidst the debate on crime, one bone of contention between the candidates has been the London's murder rate. Boris Johnson claims that murders have fallen by a quarter since he entered office in 2008.
Meanwhile, Ken Livinstone has come under attack for claiming that murders had increased by eight per cent in the last year - with both the 'BackBoris' campaign website and 'NotKenAgain' site calling the claim "false" and "unfounded".
So what do the figures actually show?
Seeing the Boris campaign's point of view is not difficult when looking at the Metropolitan Police's own crime statistics. These are updated monthly, and at time of writing the most recent data is for February 2012.
There are no published statistics for 'murders', only for 'homicides', which include murders, infanticide and manslaughter.
The latest available statistics for 'homicide' show clearly that, from March 2010 to February 2011 there were 137 recorded homicide offences in London. From March 2011 to February 2012, this had fallen to 104.
So the most recent data tells us that murders have decreased by 24 per cent in the last year. They have decreased by an almost identical amount when comparing the financial years rather than the previous 12 months.
So where does Ken's eight per cent decrease come from?
Ken's campaign team explained to Full Fact that the figure used by their man during the BBC interview came from the now defunct Metropolitan Police Authoirty (MPA) that formerly published crime statistics.
Looking at the last published set of MPS crime statistics for October last year, they show that, from November 2010 to October 2011, homicides had increased by nine offences on the previous year. In other words, homicides had increased by 7.6 per cent.
So while Ken's claim is founded on published figures, those figures are now out of date. At the time he made his claim, the figures for January or February 2012 would have been available.
The bigger picture
To assess the wider picture, figures can be drawn from historical data tables from the Metropolitan Police recorded crime. These tell us the number of homicide offences in each financial year since 2000.
Figures are also available for 'undetected homicides' since 2000. These refer either to homicides currently under investigation, those under review before investigation, cases that have been dropped or defeated in court, those where the main suspect has died, or those where the defendant has been released on appeal.
It is not clear whether these are recorded as 'offences', but it is worth noting that there are a number of measures used for homicides in London.
The graph below charts these figures since 2000. The method of recording homicides changed in 2003, hence the statistics either side of this year are not directly comparable:
Without data yet published for March 2012, the figure of 90 for 2011/12 is likely to be marginally lower than the reality. However the data demonstrates almost constant year-on-year reductions in the number of homicides in London.
In addition, the number of murders has fallen under Boris Johnson, albeit with a rise in 2011. The level by which it has decreased depends on which month's data you use for the comparison, but these are certainly in the region that Boris is claiming here.
But before we draw too many conclusions from this data, it must be noted that homicide data is markedly different from other recorded crimes by the Metropolitan Police - the number of offences is, relatively, incredibly small.
Robbery and burglary statistics, for instance, number in the 1000s - while homicides now range around 100 per year. The consequence of this is that any small change in the number of homicides is likely to produce quite large percentage shifts year-on-year.
For this reason, while the trends clearly show a reduction in homicide numbers, the small numbers of crimes being measured means these figures should be taken with a small pinch of salt.
Ken Livingstone's figure of an eight per cent increase in homicides is outdated, and takes a very specific window from November 2010 to October 2011. By the latest statistics, homicides have fallen by 33 offences, or 24 per cent.
The bigger picture also shows that the eight per cent increase in the period Ken refers to is an outlier by recent historical standards, although it does capture, in part, an increase of 12 homicides from 2010 to 2011.
However, even this eight per cent increase accounts for only nine homicides, and the 24 per cent decrease referred to by the Boris campaign accounts for 33 homicides. The small size of the statistics must be taken into account when interpreting what the candidates' claims actually mean.

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The loan will provide access to funds for higher education to those that are ineligible for Skills Funding Agency funding. Similar to University loans, repayment will begin after the learner earns over £21,000 a year and is fixed at 9% of earnings. After 30 years any remaining debt is written off.
Learners will be able to apply from early April 2013 for courses starting on or after 1 August 2013. The types of courses that can be accessed using this loan include level 3 leisure management, level 4 Management and University Access courses. For a more comprehensive list please follow this link.
The new loan has been developed as a response to the Spending Review 2010. Due to budget restrictions, the overall Further Education and Skills budget will be reduced by 25% between 2011-12 and 2014-15. Therefore the 24+ Advanced Learning Loan will provide individuals in this age group with a great opportunity to continue to learn and develop their skills.
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SkillsActive Wales has agreed a mutual programme of work with Sport Wales which will enable the delivery of an extensive programme over the coming year. SkillsActive Wales is also happy to have secured funding from the Welsh Government Sector Priorities Fund Pilot (SPFP) to develop innovative learning and teaching materials for the level 3 Playwork Principles into Practice (P3) qualification.
The investment from Sport Wales will have a positive impact on the delivery of the SkillsActive Wales Business Plan 2012-13 and will ensure the full involvement of Welsh employers across the Active Leisure, Learning and Well-being sector.
The Sport Wales funding will go towards a number of initiatives which SkillsActive Wales has already begun to implement. These include:
• The production of an Annual State of the Industry Report for Wales, exploring sector specific gaps and shortages
• The development of a Single Qualification Framework, produced and agreed with key stakeholders in Wales
• An increase in REPs Wales members from 1000 to 1100, plus a 10% increase in the number of Welsh employers registering with REPs and a 5% increase in the number of instructors holding a level 3 qualification
• Promoting the importance of Active Passports across the sector.
In relation to the Sport Wales investment, SkillsActive Manager Richard Tobutt commented:
"SkillsActive Wales has maintained a healthy working relationship with Sport Wales for around 10 years. The activities agreed as part of this programme will positively impact on both the Sport Wales Vision for Sport, and particularly the 'skilled and passionate workforce strand', and the strategic context outlined in the Welsh Government 'Creating an Active Wales' document."
The Welsh Government Sector Priorities Fund Pilot also secured by SkillsActive Wales will massively assist playwork training delivery across Wales, by ensuring that the workforce is adequately skilled, trained and possesses the correct resources.
The project aims to develop and finalise bilingual learning and teaching materials for the recently developed Level 3 qualification entitled 'Playwork Principles into Practice' (P3).
The funding will allow SkillsActive Wales to lead the development of a full suite of resources for the Award, Certificate and Diploma which will promote high quality learning. Trainers currently delivering level 2 Playwork qualifications will also be upskilled, allowing them to progress the wide scale delivery of level 3 across Wales.
Concerning playwork funding, SkillsActive Technical Manager, Home Countries, Debbie Willets comments:
"The Children and Families (Wales) Measure places a duty on each local authority to provide sufficient play opportunities for children and young people and will increase the demand for qualifications within the playwork sector. Therefore, this project will have a positive impact on this strategic development and will go some of the way to address the skills shortages that exist across Wales."
Playwork qualification delivery is in its infancy in Wales, therefore the production of these resources will have a positive impact on the development of the playwork infrastructure. Ultimately, learners will benefit from these developments and will be able to further develop their playwork skills.
The investments will bring a whole range of benefits to the sport, fitness and playwork sectors in Wales, benefitting both the workforce and the general public.
His recommendations include a suggestion that apprenticeships should be redefined, due to what he describes as a weakening of their "brand", also the serial investor stresses that there should be a renewed focus on the outcome of apprenticeships. The Review also calls for greater diversity and innovation in training – with employers and government safeguarding quality.
Upon reading the Review SkillsActive CEO Ian Taylor comments:
"Doug Richard has made some sound observations and we can all learn from the conclusions he has reached. SkillsActive continues to work closely with employers to ensure apprenticeships across our sector deliver the knowledge and skills their business needs. As a Sector Skills Council we also have great links with a range of training providers. We see apprenticeships as an excellent means to train and recruit employees, they enable individuals to gain hands-on experience, whilst also earning money."
Ian Taylor also comments on the report's suggestion that Government funding must create the right incentives for apprenticeship training.
"SkillsActive has a great relationship with the UK Commission for Employment and Skills (UKCES) and the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS). As a recipient of government funding we truly understand the value of these cash injections in getting Apprenticeship schemes off the ground."
"Doug Richard stresses that we need to look forward when viewing apprenticeships, this is absolutely correct. I firmly believe that we need to be creative and innovative when training our future workforce. Apprenticeships are of course not perfect but by listening to employers and working alongside Government we can continue to improve them, and our nation's workforce".
In terms of moving forward, DC Leisure an employer which SkillsActive works closely with comments:
"DC leisure has been employing apprentices and using apprenticeships successfully to provide career opportunities for our staff, however we would welcome greater flexibility in the training packages offered. For example, the inclusion of industry recognised qualifications in the frameworks for which we have SkillsActive's support however the government legislation does not allow currently".
George Hammer, Chairman of Urban Retreat at Harrods on the future of Apprenticeships, also comments:
"As a prospective Apprenticeship provider, I have found Habia's (sub-brand of SkillsActive) support invaluable in trying to understand what is at times an extremely complex and frustrating process.
I believe passionately in ensuring that the next generation have access to the highest quality training available and that they have the full support of employers in achieving this. They are after all the future of my business, and indeed of all of our businesses. But the process is at time needlessly bureaucratic, and I know of many excellent employers who have found that their good intentions became wrapped up in a never-ending stream of red-tape that ultimately dissuaded them from continuing".
Ian Taylor concludes:
"All in all we look forward to taking onboard the findings of the Richard Review and we will continue to work alongside our employers and Government in ensuring that apprenticeships are fit for purpose and address the skills needs of our future workforce".
The new Dragon Multi-Skills and Sport blueprint, for children at key stages 1 and 2 (primary school ages 5-11), will be used in schools, sports clubs and community settings such as leisure centres.
A similar scheme is already run in Canada, New Zealand and Australia where practitioners have found a good grounding in basic agility, balance and co-ordination skills leads to greater competency, and enjoyment, across all sports.
Chair of Sport Wales, Laura McAllister, said: "We want more children playing sport to a higher standard and more children having the skills to take part in sport and physical activity through their lives.
"It's important that children have the right skills as young as possible because it sets them on the path for better sporting experiences.
"At the moment we have pockets of excellent practice in developing the skills of children but we want to make that consistent across the board."
SkillsActive Wales has secured about £235,000 of Government funding from the Sector Priority Fund Pilot to develop qualifications at Award, Certificate and Diploma levels for Playwork Principles into Practice. Play Wales and the SQA have been appointed to lead the delivery of the project.
SkillsActive Wales manager Richard Tobutt says: "The Playwork sector is already facing a significant skills shortage in Wales. This will be compounded by laws introduced in 2012 requiring each local authority to provide sufficient play opportunities for children and young people.
"We are really pleased that our bid for this funding has been successful and that playworkers will now have the opportunity to access these higher level qualifications."
The new qualifications will be placed on the QCF at Level 3 and are intended for playworkers and childcare staff wanting to progress from the existing suite of P3 qualifications at Level 2.
SkillsActive in Scotland and its partners are making good progress delivering the workforce for the 2014 Commonwealth Games legacy, according to the Minister for Commonwealth Games and Sport.
SkillsActive in Scotland established the Active Scotland Workforce Development Group in 2009 to ensure Scotland had the right workforce to deliver the Commonwealth Games Legacy of a more active Scotland. It consists of a range of sport and physical activity employers, government agencies and training providers.
SkillsActive in Scotland manager Pam Scott says the group recently submitted a Status Report on the progress that the Group was making to Shona Robison, Minister for Commonwealth Games and Sport and received a very positive response.
Ms Robison:
• welcomed the progress made in identifying the skills gaps and shortages within the physical activity and sports workforce both paid and voluntary.
• noted sport has an immediate attractiveness for most young people but it is important that we employ the right people with the right skills which will have an impact on their career and more importantly keep them physically active.
• acknowledged that the Development Model works towards meeting the challenges of skilling the workforce and ensuring the appropriate and realistic qualifications are in place to ensure priority areas such as volunteering and coaching are fit for purpose.
Ms Robison then added that it was "important people working in sport and physical activity have a greater knowledge and understanding of health issues relating to specific client groups and is encouraged by the co-operation of employers and training providers in taking this forward"
Pam says Ms Robison set out several next steps for the group, which they will consider at their next meeting on December 9.
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Building on the 2007 skills strategy, it takes into account the changed economic climate and the new challenges facing businesses looking to support sustainable employment.
Launching the Strategy during a visit to Gems Engineering Ltd in Glasgow, one of the first employers to take advantage of the Flexible 5,000 programme, Minister for Skills and Lifelong Learning, Keith Brown MSP, said: "Our original Skills for Scotland Strategy was published three years ago when economic conditions were very different from those currently faced by individuals and employers across the country.
"This refreshed Strategy makes clear the Scottish Government's commitment to training and skills. It sets out a flexible, responsive, partnership approach to meeting Scotland's skills needs at a crucial point in our economic recovery.
"Skills are vital to employers of all sizes across all sectors of the economy and it is crucial that we have a strategy equipped to deal with the challenges and opportunities arising from the competitive environment we find ourselves in.
"This Strategy does just that by targeting support that meets the varying needs of both individuals and employers and the sectors of the future, including those in the low carbon economy."
The strategy reinforces national targets for Skills Development Scotland (SDS) which is already delivering more than 40,000 training opportunities this financial year, including up to 20,000 Modern Apprenticeships, 14,500 training places to support the unemployed and 5,000 places through the Flexible Training Opportunities programme. In addition more than 40,000 people are expected to benefit from Individual Learning Accounts this year.
It also builds on work already underway to support young people, including the 'Step Forward Scotland' programme, a package of measures launched in June to support young people leaving schools and college this summer.
Jacqui Hepburn, director of the Alliance of Sector Skills Councils in Scotland, said: "This refreshed strategy makes a crucial contribution to the ongoing process of simplifying the skills system, making it easier for employers and employees to navigate.
"As the voice of employers in that system, the Alliance Scotland particularly welcomes the strong emphasis on making the supply of skills more responsive to employers' needs. A highly flexible and responsive skills system is one of the bedrocks of sustainable recovery for the Scottish economy. As this document sets out, a sustained focus on streamlining the skills system and better matching the aspirations of individuals with the evolving skills requirements of employers will significantly smooth the path towards recovery."
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In 2005, SIPAZ decided to expand its work to include Oaxaca and Guerrero, southeastern states that together with Chiapas, represent the poorest states of Mexico. In both places, we can find the same structural causes which provoked the uprising of the Zapatista Army of National Liberation (EZLN) in Chiapas: economic, social and political marginalization; discrimination and racism cultivated throughout centuries of internal and external colonialism; militarization, repression and human rights violations.
At that time national and international attention was focused on Chiapas, while in other states, such as Oaxaca and Guerrero, social, campesino and indigenous organizations continued to suffer threats, violence and militarization without many voices denouncing these crimes, leaving the door open to political impunity.
Although Oaxaca and Guerrero have gained greater visibility in recent years, the structural violence that prevails in both states is often overshadowed by the more direct violence that lacerates Northern Mexico. This is why SIPAZ still considers it strategic to make visible the causes, consequences, and the responses to the political-social conflicts in those states so as to sensitize and mobilize the local, national and international communities in the search for nonviolent responses. SIPAZ doesn't want to just report exclusively on contexts where repression remains a constant, but also sees it useful to raise awareness on alternative processes in each of these states, as well as to encourage them to know one another.
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Inside WashingtonThe National Law Journal 2012-08-20 00:00:00.0 For Washington law offices, the long era of uncertainty is not yet over. Our surveys gauging headcounts in D.C. law offices and the revenues of top lobby shops yielded decidedly mixed results. Headcounts for leading law firms continued to drop. Yet revenues at lobby shops, including those connected to law firms, rose for another year, despite the lingering recession. In the Legal Times 150, firms were asked to provide data for each office in the Washington metropolitan area including the District of Columbia; Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland; and Arlington and Fairfax counties and the cities of Alexandria and Falls Church in Virginia. The headcount numbers are as of December 31, 2011 a change in methodology, starting this year and going henceforth, from the previous April 1 to April 1 periods we've studied. The numbers do not include contract or staff attorneys, patent agents or summer associates. The firms were asked to tally full-time equivalents. The number of attorneys in the D.C. area at the end of last year declined by 3 percent, to just shy of 14,500 lawyers. Though not as dire as 2009, when D.C. law offices lost 4.5 percent of their attorney workforce, the steady decrease was cause for concern for some firm managing partners. D.C. lobby shops have less reason to be fearful these days. According to our 2011 Influence 50 survey, the top 50 lobby practices continued to cruise, showing a 4 percent revenue spike from 2010. In fact, lobbying practices haven't showed a revenue decline since the Influence 50 survey was first published in 2005. And for the first time, two Washington lobby practices, with Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld and Patton Boggs, broke the $100 million barrier. "If you have a growing practice, sooner or later you'll get there," said Akin's Smith Davis. Finally, this is the first year we're running The National Law Journal's Hill Hot List, which highlights the work of 15 Capitol Hill lawyers. The profiles focus on the vital roles they have played in the passage of key legislation in recent years. Note: The D.C. 25, originally slated to run this week, was held because of data-collection issues. It will run in an upcoming issue of The National Law Journal. Sam Skolnik, deputy editor At Washington law offices, headcount keeps dropping The LT 150: The D.C. metro area's largest law offices D.C. lobby shops sustain their growth streak in 2011 THE HILL HOT LIST


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Escher Bracelet |
Title text: The only downside is that it would be a little uncomfortable. |
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This image parodies "WWJD" bracelets, which is an acronym for "What Would Jesus Do?". Christians (primarily) wear such bracelets (or other "WWJD" paraphernalia) as a reminder to act in a way that Jesus would act, which presumably is the "Christian" way to act. It is not entirely clear, but this particular type of bracelet appears to be the rubber type most famously popularized by cyclist Lance Armstrong's charitable Livestrong yellow rubber bracelets for charity which later became a popular fad amongst all sorts of charitable and non charitable messages.
In this comic, the "J" has been replaced by an "E" for M. C. Escher. a Dutch graphic artist (1898–1972) best known for art containing imagery that would be impossible in the real world (often referred to as impossible constructions or optical illusions). Among his most famous works are "Drawing Hands" – two hands which are drawing each other on paper; "Relativity" in which a series of staircases and arches come from the floor, ceiling and the walls in all directions, each with people standing on them as if each direction is "down"; and "Ascending and Descending" – a building with a staircase on its roof that is a closed square which appears to ascend infinitely.
In keeping with Escher's art, the WWED bracelet has a single half-twist in it. This creates what is known as a Mobius strip, which actually can exist in physical space. Although the Mobius strip is not an impossible construction, it is still an apparently confusing structure which Escher used in his art. Most notably, his work "Mobius Strip II" depicts ants crawling around a Mobius strip. One can create this shape simply by taking a strip of paper (or any bendable material), making a half twist, and taping/stapling/etc. the ends together. If you draw a single continuous line starting down the centre of the bracelet from the middle of the "W" going left, you will end up drawing from the "WWED", going around again on the "inside" of the bracelet, before coming back around to the front again and ending up at the "D". In other words, the surface of the bracelet has only one side (the front and the back are the same side). The phrase "the only downside" in the image-text may be a pun referencing this one-sidedness. As the image-text suggests, the twist in the bracelet might make it uncomfortable to wear.
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- [A Livestrong-type bracelet is featured with an Escher twist in it. The band has the letters "WWED" printed on it.]
- What Would Escher Do?


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Former Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle has been laid to rest in Austin, Texas, after a 200-mile procession from his hometown southwest of Dallas. A white hearse carrying the flag-draped coffin was among 200 vehicles in the procession.
Family members and fellow SEALS watched the burial amid the sounds of drums and bagpipes.
Kyle, considered to be the deadliest sniper in U.S. military history, was killed along with a friend earlier this month at a gun range. An Iraq War veteran is charged in the killings.
Kyle completed four tours in Iraq and wrote the best-selling book "American Sniper."
Hundreds of people gathered on roads stretching nearly a mile from the cemetery. There were combat veterans in leather jackets, and businessmen in suits on their lunch break from the nearby state Capitol building.
Yesterday, some 7,000 people attended a two-hour memorial service for Kyle at Cowboys Stadium near Dallas.


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Buckhurst Park (Woods)
Withyham, East Sussex
The Buckhurst Park woods form part of the estate, but are not open to the public.
How to get here:
Road: B2110 - Via Royal Tunbridge Wells (A26), follow the A264 west towards East Grinstead, then take the B2110 towards Groombridge. At Groombridge, continue across the mini-roundabout towards Withyham; the entrance to Buckhurst Park is by the Dorset Arms pub. Parking: road alongside the pub. By foot follow the drive up to the house; the woods are by a lake at the bottom of the hill. +
Access: PrivateStatus: unconfirmedBuckhurst Park (woods)
Photograph taken: 18th June 2006 by Chuck Foster
"The woods themselves are not open to the public; the lake in this photo is by the private area."
Castrovalva (2-4)
Filmed: 2-3 Sep 1981
The woods surrounding Castrovalva.
Additional Notes:
The woods where Castrovalva was filmed are part of the private area of the Estate; the photo is of one of the lakes that is publicly viewable nearby (which wasn't used as far as we know!)
Where to walk to next?
Buckhurst House (Black Orchid). Walk back to the drive and head up the hill towards the house front gates.
Withyham Cricket Club (Black Orchid). Walk back to the drive and head towards the entrance to the Park; the cricket ground is a few hundred yards from the entrance, on the right.
Additional locations as the crow flies:
Harrison's Rocks (Castrovalva): 1.85 miles.
Bowles Outdoor Centre (The Mind Robber): 2.78 miles.
Crowborough Training Camp (The Curse of Fenric): 3.40 miles.
Sussex Police Training Centre (Crowborough) (Castrovalva): 4.06 miles.
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Castrovalva [2-3 Sep 1981]: The TARDIS lands in woods surrounding Castrovalva.
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An exotic "Bollywood Bash" comes to the Kentucky Horse Park on February 9 when the Living Arts and Science Center (LASC) presents its 23rd Annual H'Artful of Fun fundraiser in the Alltech Arena's North Exhibit Hall. Bringing a renewed energy and excitement to this year's event, the 2013 H'Artful of Fun makes the Kentucky Horse Park its new home.
"Bollywood Bash" will provide a more intimate experience, with exclusive invitations extended only to Lexington's finest restaurants, bakers, caterers, and artists. Lexington's first Bollywood-themed event will showcase creative artistry in all the details as art will be auctioned, music will be made, and participants will enjoy an evening of fun entertainment. Local wineries, distilleries, and breweries will provide their finest for tastings, and a variety of musicians, dancers, artists, and interactive surprises throughout the evening all ensure a lively, artful and elegant ambience.
Now in its 23rd year, H'Artful of Fun supports the creative and educational arts and sciences programs provided by the Living Arts & Science Center for more than 40,000 Central Kentuckians each year.
Date and Time:
Saturday, February 9, 2013 – 7 to 11 pm
Location and Parking:
Alltech Arena, North Exhibit Hall
Advance tickets: $65
Tickets available at the door: $80
VIP Tickets: $85 (includes 1 drink ticket and 1 "special gift")
Table for 8: $700 (includes 1 drink ticket and 1 "special gift")
Tickets/more information available at: (859) 252-5222 or at www.lasclex.org.
Lexington, Kentucky is known as the "Horse Capital of the World" for good reason. From Thoroughbred racehorses to internationally celebrated equestrian events, there are more ways to witness man's unique relationship with the horse in Lexington than anywhere else in the world. Now you can add one more world-class event to that list, as the Professional Roughstock Series brings almost $5 million worth of horses and bulls to town with the "Lexington Shootout" Friday, January 18th (7:30 pm) and Saturday, January 19th (7:30 pm) at the Kentucky Horse Park's Alltech Arena
Professional Roughstock events showcase the top riders and top livestock in bareback, saddle bronc and bull riding all packed into a high-energy, 2-hour program.
The lineup of nationally known riders coming to Lexington is equally as impressive as the equine and bovine group from a statistical standpoint. Combined, the two-night performance will feature defending PRS World Champions Steven Peebles (Bareback), Seth Glause (Bull Riding), Jesse Wright (Saddle Bronc) as well as nearly two-dozen National Finals Rodeo qualifiers and big names like Kaycee Feild (BB), JR Vezain (BB), Jory Markiss (BR), McKennon Wimberly (BR), Chad Ferley (SB) and Cort Scheer (SB).
The Lexington Shootout is the third stop on the nationally televised 2013 PRS Tour, having kicked off in Montana in December. The PRS features the three most exciting and dangerous events in rodeo -- Bareback Riding, Bull Riding and Saddle Bronc Riding. Each night, twelve riders from each discipline will have one riding opportunity in the first round. The top four scores in each discipline will advance to the "Wrangler Final Four Showdown." Out of the two nights of competition in Lexington the riders with the highest aggregate scores will be crowned Lexington Shootout Champions.
Adults - $10.00, $15.00, $20.00 and $30.00 (Gold Buckle Seating) – additional fees may apply
Kids 12 and under - $8.00 (except on Gold Buckle Seating) – additional fees may apply
Tickets available online at www.prstickets.com (print at home option), the Kentucky Horse Park Visitor Information Center (Wed. – Sun. 9:00 am to 5:00 pm) or by calling (888) 695-0888 with call center hours being from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm daily. Prices increase $2.00 day of show so buy early and save!
Dates and Times:
Friday and Saturday, January 18 and 19, 2013 – 7:30 pm each night
Location and Parking:
Alltech Arena
About the PRS:
Headquartered in Belle Fourche, SD, the Professional Roughstock Series was founded in 2001 with several independently produced events per season, mostly in the mountain west region. The series features the top names in Bareback riding, Saddle Bronc, and Bull Riding matched up with hand-picked world class animal athletes. The PRS televises each of their self-produced events through three different media partners ----- Altitude Entertainment, Blue Highways TV, and Midco Sports Network.
Of all the equestrian sports out there, none of them are as FUN as mounted games. The US Mounted Games Association will hold a series of competitions at the park over five weekends this winter and spring, sure to delight participants and spectators alike with teams competing in relays named Bang-A-Balloon, Hi Lo, Hula Hoop, Socks and Buckets, Windsor Castle and others. The series will culminate in the US Mounted Games Bluegrass Open on April 13 and 14, 2013 in the beautiful Rolex Stadium.
The competition is open to adult and youth divisions and is known as a niche equestrian sport that is relatively inexpensive and has a wide variety of classes suited to the skill level of the rider. Bring out the family to watch the fun, and get caught up in the action!
Included in Kentucky Horse Park visitor admission, available at the Visitor Information Center
Times and Locations:
Saturday and Sunday, January 12 and 13, 2013 – Alltech Arena
Saturday, January 26, 2013 – Covered Arena
Saturday and Sunday, February 2, 2013 – Covered Arena
Saturday and Sunday, March 2, 2013 – Covered Arena
Saturday and Sunday, April 13 and 14, 2013 – Rolex Stadium
Parking is in the main visitor parking lot
Seasonal passes are available for 2013 and can be purchased in advance through the Kentucky Horse Park Group Sales office or upon arrival at the park.
Click here for the 2013 Event Pass Order Form
Seasonal Vehicle Parking Pass ($30.00)
Seasonal Trailer Grounds Fee Pass ($75.00)
Seasonal Golf Cart License ($50.00)
Combination saving options are available when passes are purchased together -
Season Vehicle Parking and Trailer Pass Combo is $90.00 – SAVE $15.00
Season Vehicle Parking, Trailer and Golf Cart Combo is $130.00 – SAVE $25.00
Dressage lovers don't have to wait until summer's warm weather to enjoy their favorite sport. They have the Snowbird Winter Dressage Series at the Kentucky Horse Park to enjoy when they itch for that special "dance" between horse and rider.
The Snowbird Winter Dressage Series is a Kentucky Dressage Association and Mid-South Eventing Dressage Association sanctioned series for training, novice and USDF B and C open introductory level competitors that will be held on Saturdays on December 15, February 23 and March 23, from approximately 8:00 am to 5:00 pm each day.
Learn more at www.kentuckydressageassociation.org.
Included in Kentucky Horse Park visitor admission, available at the Visitor Information Center
Main Visitor Parking Lot
Covered Arena
Saturday, December 15, 2012
Saturday, February 23, 2013
Saturday, March 23, 2013
8:00 am to 5:00 pm, approximately
The 11th annual Snowball Series Mounted Games Competitions is an opportunity for mounted games players to attend a series of games competitions to improve their games skills and work with green riders and ponies. They have divisions for adults, novice riders, intermediate riders, novice or training ponies and masters and is just about the most fun you can have on horseback.
Pairs or teams will compete in thrilling relay games on horseback such as Bottle Shuttle, Daily Mail, Hug a Mug, Rubber Ducky, Speed Weavers, Tool Box Scramble and Windsor Castle.
The competition season this year is over 3 winter weekends, so don't miss any of the action! www.mountedgames.org
Included in Kentucky Horse Park visitor admission, available at the Visitor Information Center
Main Visitor Parking Lot
Covered Arena
Saturday and Sunday, December 8 and 9, 2012
Saturday and Sunday, January 5 and 6, 2013
Saturday and Sunday, February 9 and 10, 2013
8:00 am to 5:00 pm, approximately
Make plans to visit the Kentucky Horse Park Gift Shop Holiday Open House on December 7 and 8, from 9 am to 5 pm, and enjoy a leisurely shopping experience with free parking, refreshments and samples, door prizes, store-wide discounts and park admission discounts both days to customers who show their gift shop receipts.
The gift shop carries a unique selection of equine gifts and Kentucky-made products from crafts to Kentucky Proud, equine-themed jewelry, home decor, books, videos, toys, Breyer, clothing, artwork and much more!
You can also shop at the KHP Gift Shop any time in-store Wednesday through Sunday this holiday season and enjoy free parking; shop at nights during the Southern Lights holiday event; or, shop on-line from this link: http://kyhorsepark.com/index.php?option=com_rokecwid&view=ecwid&Itemid=495
For more information, call the KHP Gift Shop at 859/259-4234.
Location and Parking-
Visitor Information Center, park in the Main Visitor Parking Lot
Directions to the Kentucky Horse Park: http://kyhorsepark.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=610&Itemid=336
Dates and Times –
December 7 & 8, 2012
9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day
Also from the Kentucky Horse Park –
The Kentucky Horse Park Visitor Center is offering discounts on 2013 park admission tickets and Unique Horse Farm Tour certificates for stocking stuffers.
Call 859-259-4200 for more information.
Avoid the malls and do your holiday shopping at the KHP Gift Shop on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday!
As an incentive to our shoppers, all fine jewelry will be 20% off both days, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Original equine-themed creations by Jane Heart, Bow River, Cindy Wolf and others won't be found at the mall.
You can shop in-store and enjoy free parking, or shop on-line from this link: http://kyhorsepark.com/index.php?option=com_rokecwid&view=ecwid&Itemid=495#!/~/category/id=2505945&offset=0&sort=normal.
For more information, call the KHP Gift Shop at 859/259-4234.
Location and Parking-
Visitor Information Center, park in the Main Visitor Parking Lot
Directions to the Kentucky Horse Park: http://kyhorsepark.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=610&Itemid=336
Dates and Times –
November 23 and 24, 2012
9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day
Watch For Upcoming Event –
The KHP Gift Shop Open House –
December 7 and 8, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Southern Lights, presented by Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, Inc., has returned to the Kentucky Horse Park! The Kentucky Horse Park Foundation presents Southern Lights annually as a fundraiser in support of the Kentucky Horse Park for the enjoyment of the public.
From 5:30 until 10:00 pm each evening, visitors will be awed by the dazzling display of majestic lights. The drive will begin at the Kentucky Horse Park Campground, and will proceed through an enhanced dreamland of dazzling lighted and often animated figures. While many displays represent the holiday season, favorites are customized to represent the Bluegrass state.
Inside the park, visitors will be able to leave their cars behind to see a multitude of holiday happenings including seasonal entertainment, the Kentucky Horse Park Gift Shop and holiday craft vendors, Santa Claus and Frosty, an exotic petting zoo, pony rides, camel rides, the Mini-Train Express and model trains, dollhouses, the International Museum of the Horse, and the Bit & Bridle Restaurant serving dinner and seasonal goodies.
The lights are on each night through December 31, and the additional attractions inside the park will be open each night, with the exception of November 22 (Thanksgiving) and December 24 to 31.
Special weekends or events will add to the holiday excitement throughout Southern Lights and include Breyer Weekend, November 30 – December 1, Frosty's Family Fun Weekend, December 7 – 8, Kentucky Proud Weekend, December 14 – 15, and Military Night, December 18.
For more info -
www.SouthernLightsKy.org or www.KHPFoundation.org or call 859/255-5727
Admission -
Personal Vehicle - Sunday – Thursday - $15.00
Friday and Saturday - $20.00
Extended Van - $30.00
Limousine - $30.00
Mini-Bus - $50.00
School Bus - $75.00
Motorcoach - $125.00
NOTE: Complimentary Passes will be accepted Sunday – Thursday ONLY
Additional Attractions -
Kentucky Horse Park Gift Shop
Holiday Craft Fair
Pony Rides and Camel Rides ($)
Exotic Petting Zoo
Santa Claus with visits from Frosty, pictures with Santa by Rotary Club ($)
Mini-Train Express
Live Entertainment and Children's Activities
Bluegrass Railroad Club Model Trains
The Bluegrass Miniature Society Dollhouses
International Museum of the Horse, a Smithsonian Affiliate
Bit & Bridle Restaurant, home of Santa's Workshop
Location and Parking-
Enter at KHP Campground entrance, drive through lights,
Park in Main Visitor Parking to go to additional attractions inside park
Directions to the Kentucky Horse Park*: http://kyhorsepark.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=610&Itemid=336
*Travel Tip: Avoid Interstate-75, exit 120, and Georgetown Road as traffic can get really backed up the last weeks before Christmas. Instead, approach the Southern Lights gate (KHP Campground entrance) on Iron Works Pike from the east, from I-75, exit 115, and Newtown Pike.
Dates and Times –
November 16 through December 31, 2012
5:30 to 10:00 pm each evening
Driving tour only on Thanksgiving night, November 22, and December 24-31*
Breyer Weekend, November 30-December 1
Frosty's Family Fun Weekend, December 7-8
Kentucky Proud Weekend, December 14-15
Military Night, December 18 - Free Admission per personal vehicle with military ID
*(The additional Southern Lights attractions such as the KHP Gift Shop, craft vendors, Santa Claus, Mini-Train Express and model trains, Bit & Bridle Restaurant, International Museum of the Horse, dollhouses, pony rides, camel rides, and exotic petting zoo are open nightly through December 23, with the exception of Thanksgiving night, November 22.)
Prices and dates are subject to change without notice.
Synchronized swimming has some serious competition from horses. The Bluegrass Blast Open Drill Team Competition and 4-H Nationals is this Saturday, November 17, at the KHP's Covered Arena.
Following Friday night's Fun Show with games to relax the competitors at 6 pm, Saturday's drill team competition is all business, starting at 9 am, for multi-state teams from Novice Youth all the way to Adult with specialty divisions for Theatrical Theme, Gaited and Rodeo. Check out yet another unique equine sport!
Contact: (931) 445-5211, PO Box 93, Gainesboro, TN 38562, or find them on Facebook under Bluegrass Blast Drill Team Competition & 4-H Nationals
Admission -Included in Kentucky Horse Park admission, available in the Visitor Information Center
Location- Covered Arena
Parking - Main Parking Lot
Dates and Times – Friday, November 16, 6:00 pm
Saturday, November 17, 9:00 am


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October 2011
Poems & images
17 October, 2011 - 09:13
Wolfson Fellow and Director of Studies in English, Dr Michael Hrebeniak, will speak at the launch event of the Magdalene Festival of the Image this Thursday (20 October) as part of panel discussing how art works have influenced the writing of poetry. Dr Hrebeniak, a specialist in American literature, will consider the relationship between the work of poet William Carlos Williams and Precisionist artist Charles Demuth, with partic
All-round Well-being Society
15 October, 2011 - 10:40
A new College society offers Wolfson members the chance to learn and apply psychological skills for all-round well-being of the mind, body and soul. Qualified psychologist, and Wolfson Senior Member, Dr Nick Baylis is running free weekly sessions on Monday evenings starting on Monday 17 October at 5.15 - 6.45pm in the OCR. All welcome!
Science Society
14 October, 2011 - 08:54
Wolfson College Science Society The Wolfson College Science Society aims to promote science, medicine, technology and engineering research in College.
New series of mid-week Lunchtime Seminars
11 October, 2011 - 15:58
Wolfson hosts a weekly Lunchtime Seminar on Wednesdays during full term, and the Michaelmas Term series begins this Wednesday, 12 October, with a talk by Research Fellow Dr Maria Ttofi entitled 'Negative long-term impact of school bullying. A systematic review of longitudinal studies'. The talk starts at 1.00pm in the Combination Room (first floor, above the Porters' Lodge). Please bring your lunch through from the Dining Hall; tea & coffee provided.
Annual Research Fellowship Competition now open
11 October, 2011 - 15:27
Wolfson College invites applications for non-stipendiary Junior Research Fellowships, tenable for up to three years from 1 October 2012. The deadline for the current competition is midnight on Monday 12 December 2011.
Brothers fulfil shared ambition
11 October, 2011 - 15:14
Francis & Jonathan Godden When personal trainer Jonathan Godden realised he was missing the buzz he got from learning at school, he and his brother Francis embarked on a journey that brought them both to Wolfson to study http://www.wolfson.cam.ac.uk
Wolfson alumnus spearheads major archaeological find
4 October, 2011 - 18:35
www.sxc.hu/ Wolfson alumnus David Jacques has lead a team of Open University students to uncover a significant cache of prehistoric tools near Stonehenge, dating from more than 3000 y
Studentships for new students
4 October, 2011 - 11:16
Wolfson College is offering 6 graduate and 2 undergraduate Scholarships/Studentships to new graduate and undergraduate students who are not fully funded. The value of each Scholarship/Studentship varies but does not exceed £3400. The deadline for applications is 9 November 2011. The application form is under Financial Information on the College Forms and Information page in 'College Life'.
Welcome to Wolfson!
1 October, 2011 - 11:49
A very warm welcome to all new students and members arriving at Wolfson for the start of the new academic year.
September 2011
Latest winners of the Wolfson College Suggestion Scheme
23 September, 2011 - 09:40
The latest winners of the Suggestion Scheme at Wolfson College are two members of the Gardening department, Steve Tyrell and Clare Watkinson. First-time visitors to the front of the College often struggle to work out where the Porters? Lodge is, and have to ask for directions.
Election of the Chancellor of the University
15 September, 2011 - 17:47
On 14 and 15 October 2011, the election for the new Chancellor of the University of Cambridge will take place in Cambridge. This is an historic occasion with important consequences for Wolfson, since the Chancellor also serves as the College Visitor. The University and Colleges are making special arrangements for the large numbers of current members and alumni expected to come to vote in person. Please read on for information relevant to Wolfson members. Am I eligible to vote? All alumni holding the Cambridge MA or equivalent are eligible to vote. See ?Two important notes?
Collecting and Scholarship: Netherlandish Art in Cambridge
15 September, 2011 - 08:05
Wolfson College celebrates the fortieth anniversary of the Speelman Fellowship in Dutch and Flemish Art, one of only two fellowships devoted to the subject in the English-speaking world, with a conference on 23 September 2011. 'Collections and Scholarship: Netherlandish Art in Cambri
Senior member recognised for nurturing entrepreneurs
12 September, 2011 - 09:22
Dr Shailendra Vyakarnam Wolfson Senior Member Dr Shailendra Vyakarnam has won a high-profile award following his work to improve entrepreneurial education in Asia. Dr Vyakarnam was given the prize at the Asia?s Best B-School Awards 2011 for helping
August 2011
Wolfsonian wins Student Volunteering Gold Award
30 August, 2011 - 10:43
Catherine Potterton Mature undergraduate Catherine Potterton has been presented with a Student Volunteering Gold Award after she set up a community event for fellow sufferers of Brittle Bones Disease. Catherine,
Farewell to David
17 August, 2011 - 16:43
Members of the College past and present came together to express heartfelt thanks and congratulations to Head Porter David Luhrs at his retirement reception on 11 August. Fellows, staff, students and other College members from David?s 21 years in post gathered to wish the popular figure every success for the future, at a celebration in the Jack King Building.


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Cellar/Tasting Notes "Beautifully pure, with salted butter, chamomile and quinine notes lacing up a core of creamed Jonagold apple and lanolin flavors. The long, creamy finish lets the chamomile edge play out elegantly."
Cellar/Tasting Notes "This rich, powerful and buttery sweetie is refined, featuring touches of elegance to its apple compote and passion fruit flavors. The long finish of mango and orange spice is pure and fresh-tasting, with plenty of nutty overtones."
Cellar/Tasting Notes "This also offers ample Chablis character with plenty of citrus influence on the aromas of classic green fruit, sea breeze and saline. There is impressive concentration to the rich but attractively vibrant flavors that enjoy excellent volume and an abundance of acid buffering dry extract. There..
Cellar/Tasting Notes "Very tight green flavors, herbaceous, with lively fresh fruits, but restrained into a taut, mineral jacket."
Cellar/Tasting Notes "Light to medium gold with a greenish hue, this wine exhibits wonderfully pure notes of wood spice such as vanillin, honeyed citrus, a hint of under-ripe peach, and touches of creme brulee and marmalade. With great acidity and finesse, this is a medium-bodied, impressively endowed, but generally..
Cellar/Tasting Notes "The Sigalas-Rabaud has a well defined nose: grapefruit, nectarine, honey and lime, much more primal than some of the other 2009s. The palate is very well balanced with excellent acidity: apricot, honeysuckle, a touch of orange zest and then vibrant white peach bursting across the finish with lime..
Cellar/Tasting Notes "The minerality and stoniness really comes through on the nose of this Rieussec, more than the 2007. The palate is very well balanced with superb acidity, real tension, steely with great precision with notes of apricot, white peach and honey on the beautifully defined finish. Probably the best..
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Eighteen SSS students attended the Study Abroad Workshop on February 13th. Jon Lund from the Center of Global Learning (along with Corby Preus) presented oral & written information about Luther's study away options. Kathy Kerber discussed financial aid options to create awareness of the affordability for studying abroad. Three representatives from off campus spoke about their programs:
Please note that all of these programs also include scholarships/grants to ensure that you can afford to study off campus!
Three SSS participants shared information about their Study Abroad experiences, including a full year in Nottingham, a semester in Spain, and a J-term in Turkey/Jordan.
Everyone enjoyed Subway sandwiches, pretzels and Valentine's candy during the presentations. If you missed it, here are the on campus links and the financial aid information:
Financial Aid for Off Campus Learning
Other Opportunities to Study Abroad (music, athletics, etc.)


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How to Have High Energy Levels in the Morning
We all have felt it – the inability to drag ourselves out of bed no matter what's going on a given day.
It's normal to feel low in energy levels after an occasional night out or perhaps running on "empty" for a few days by skipping sleep here and there.
You should always keep on trying to get back to your favorite routine where you can find your high energy levels.
There are plenty of things you can do to jar yourself awake and get your mornings jump started.
Some of these tips may not be your favorites but could be a help!
I can already hear you groaning. While it is true that an occasional shot of caffeine, like your morning cup of Joe, can boost your energy level, eventually you will become an addict.
When your body becomes dependent on caffeine, it requires more to run. Over time, this will cause other health problems, and potentially insomnia. This will only increase your difficulty in functioning.
How does this help in the morning ? If you have planned your day the night before, by either writing down a simple daily plan or setting things out, you don't have to lay in bed dreading figuring out what to do.
From singles to parents with multiple kids, spending time getting your next day organized will directly affect the flow of your next morning.
Even when you feel like doing it the least, it will help the most.
Something as simple as a stroll around the block can energize you for the day.
Incorporate exercise into your early morning routine, before you even hit the shower. You will feel great not just in the morning, but the whole day long.
The importance of water can not be stated enough. Not just for feeling good, but also for weight loss, appetite control and many other things. Drinking more water is one of the single most important health decisions you can make.
If you go to bed and wake up the same time every day (even on the weekends), your body "clock" will be trained to wake up with high energy levels and your won't complain.
You will not feel sluggish if your body knows it is time to wake up – you may even be able to get up by without an alarm clock eventually.
You can find countless ways to stay energized. Sometimes it just takes a little motivation to get started.
So, … Pull back your covers ! Stretch your arms !…
ARGH! It's morning ! . . .
But you can do it! . . .
Pull on those long lost running shoes !, … Skip the coffee !…, and give your body a few days to adjust.
You might just be a high energetic person after all.
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Study: Mercury in fish absorbed fast, can decline quickly, too
A study expected to be used by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to further reduce mercury emissions is startling researchers.By: By Mike Simonson, Wisconsin Public Radio, Superior Telegram
A study expected to be used by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to further reduce mercury emissions is startling researchers. Results of the 11-year study show fish quickly absorb mercury, but at the same time, can get rid of it just as fast if mercury emissions drop.
Lake 658 is in an uninhabited, remote part of northern Ontario. And since 2001, scientists have been adding mercury to this otherwise pristine lake. University of Wisconsin Water Resources Institute Project Director James Hurley says mercury levels in fish went up quickly, in about a year. And then they stopped adding mercury in 2008, "It was amazing at how quickly the lake responded to that, how fish mercury concentration started to drop almost in that same season."
Hurley says this finding backs up EPA rules in 2011 that decrease power plant mercury emissions.
"It gives some real science-based information. It gives a study design that really was to address that specific question," he said. "It is direct evidence that when we added or when we stopped adding these specific isotopes, we could see almost immediate responses."
This research is significant for the 15,000 lakes in the northern half of Wisconsin. Hurley says Lake 658 is much like those lakes which began having mercury advisories in the 1980's and '90's. He says this gives hope that a reduction in mercury emissions could quickly ease many of the fish eating advisories in northern lakes.
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atnt-sf, Shahar here. Well, it just didn't for it to me. The way the part interchanged is just awful, it breaks the flow for me completely. And the music itself, just didn't touch me in the emotional and musical department and didn't feel like anything new and interesting on the sound department. To be very straightforward, the first thought that passed through my mind when I finished the first listen was something like: "I know so many electronic musicians that could have done so much more with David Gilmour guitars".
Thanks for the good words. NBC was really magical in the way it was made. We decided to make it and the music just materialized and everything fit in so well and flowed perfectly. All the rest of our compilations, though some of them are better for me, took a long time to make and were a difficult process. Guess it has to do with being naive and inexperienced, etc. Also maybe it was a real good time for this kind of music.
We are working on part 3, though
The Next Step in Sonic Evolution! www.aleph-zero.info
This album is a real grower.
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Ha ha!
I have to admit I wasn't sure about the album when I first played it, though saw its good points; then got to like it a lot.
Always liked marmite, though…!


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Broadband for Seniors
As Ambassador for Ageing I encourage all older Australians to learn how to use a computer. ĀThe internet opens up the whole world to you and you can even use it to play games as well as communicate with your friends and family if they don't live close by.Seniors can gain the confidence and skills needed to use new technology with a great Australian Government initiative called Broadband for Seniors.
Free access to computers, the Internet and training is available to seniors at approximately 2,000 kiosks across Australia. Training is provided by volunteer tutors and tailored to the needs of seniors on topics like basic computing skills, email, Skype, Flickr and how to stay safe online.
To learn more about how to access this training, or if you would like to know how to become a volunteer tutor at one of the kiosks, please call the Broadband for Seniors Helpline on 1300 795 897 or email: email@example.com
In these tough times
Australia can be a very unpredictable country as far as climate is concerned. We experience catastrophic fires, droughts and terrible floods. During recent times of hardship our hearts go out to the people who have lost everything and we give thanks to the emergency service workers who risk their lives attempting to save people and property.Quite recently fires broke out not far from where we live and we received several warning of potential danger in our rural area.
It made us conscious of the need for a survival plan. We spent hours fire-proofing our house – mowing the lawns, removing leaves from the gutters, getting the hoses ready and checking the generator in case of power failure.
We left shallow dishes of water out for the birds and animals that visit our garden. We listened to ABC radio and checked the Fire Services website on a regular basis.
The following day the temperature had fallen by nearly 20 degrees, so the nearby bush fires were under control and we were able to have lunch with friends. Over our meal we discussed the possessions we would take if we did choose to leave our homes. Most people said they would take photographs. Another friend said you should have your driver's licence and your passport. Another one suggested bank statements, household insurance policies and clothing.
The important thing is to have a plan. Every Australian should think about what to do in case of an emergency.
We should also take time to consider the people around us and to check on any elderly neighbours, so we can make sure that everyone in the community is safe.
Best wishes
Ambassador for Ageing Program
Over the next few decades Australia's population will change dramatically. There will be a greater number of older Australians than at any other time in our history, and people will live longer than ever before.The Australian Government understands the importance of having a growing ageing population that is healthy and active, and they have been planning for the increased numbers of older people by developing a range of initiatives aimed at creating an active and socially engaged older population.
In April 2008, well known and much loved Australian, Noeline Brown was appointed as Australia's first Ambassador for Ageing. Ms Brown, who is a media personality, active community member and an Australia Day Ambassador, was reappointed as Ambassador for Ageing in 2011 for a second three year term.
The Australian Government established the Ambassador for Ageing Program to encourage respect for older Australians and to promote healthy active ageing.
As the Ambassador for Ageing, Ms Brown is involved in a range of activities and events within the community that meet the objectives of the program.
The range of functions and responsibilities of the Ambassador role include:
- promoting recognised principles of positive and active ageing;
- promoting healthy and active ageing messages within the community;
- leading promotional activities to ensure our communities value and respect older people;
- spokesperson for respecting and recognising the continuing contribution made by older people to our nation;
- increasing awareness about Government programs and initiatives to the public including assisting older people to be aware of programs and how to access them;
- encouraging older people to plan for the future;
- representing the Australian Government at conferences, meetings and media engagements; and
- attend meetings with key Commonwealth, State and local government stakeholders on positive ageing issues.
Toni McLennan, Public Affairs, Department of Health and Ageing, phone: 0402 674 457.


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icecube57 wrote:Here is a fuzzy pic of the drop outs. The other pic is the bike upside down calipers installed. Took like 5 minutes to install. The back V- Brakes were &^%#@$ up. Took like 30 min to adjust them properly now they stop like a champ. I think i need to get new bearings in my crank. There is a little play. Ill ride these out until they die and get a new crank arm with larger rings. Other than that I lubed and tweak my shifters they shift perfectly. Back wheel has a hop in it... Its not the rim its the tire. It needs to be reseated or when I get some street slicks that should fix that. But I kinda like the tires that are almost hybrid tires. The tread is not as agressive as full mountain bike tires but they arent street either. Ill have to check them out. I removed the disk brake calipers from the fork but i could get all the screws out of the rotor on the rim. I used the right size torx bit but it stripped all but two screws... I trashed the rim kept the washers that fit into the bowl on the drop outs to make for an even flush mount. Im just cleaning up the bike and waiting for my motor to get here. I didnt want to get a traditional rack that mounted down to the axel on the rear wheel. I think Im just going to find a sturdy seatpost rack and a mtx trunk bag. They should hold 20-30lbs
The Stig wrote:No torque arms????
icecube57 wrote:I read somewhere that someone tried to use regen on the GM controller and the motor ripped out of the forks. Not a nice thing to do.
Hyena wrote:icecube57 wrote:I read somewhere that someone tried to use regen on the GM controller and the motor ripped out of the forks. Not a nice thing to do.
Yeah that was me. I don't recommend adding the experience to the list of things to do before you die. If you do, best put it last on the list...
Mine was non-regen braking - same deal as regen but was dissipating the energy into a coil of wire rather than back into the batteries. I was using it in the absence of front brakes because I couldnt fit discs to the GM and my forks had no v brake mounts. Seeing as you've already sorted front brakes I'd highly recommend against it - not worth the risk on front hub motors for such minimal regen gains.
Re: the watts up meter, remember they're only rated to 60v and you'll promptly kill it if you try and put higher voltage into it.
icecube57 wrote:Yesterday was a fun day.. Today just had a host of problems. I had some serious wiring issues. The connectors I were temporarily using kept burning up. They were fine under light load but when I went for more than 20 secs WOT the power would cut out... Not completely. The pack voltage lights still worked but there was such a volt drop at the connectors the controller LVC kicked in under load. I was going to try for a long distance drive but with those problems I didnt even make it out my apartment complex. I worked the past hour re doing all the wiring. Seems to be working fine now. Even under stall. I also took the time to tune my gears. They were way out of check. The gear number shown wasnt the actual gear that it was in. I finally got everything lined up correctly. Everything shifting correctly according to the numbers on the shifter. The front derailer alignment was way off. It kept causing the chain to pop off. I keep seeing why this bike was discounted. I did a bike only ride just now. Shifting smoothly. Got a new pump. Pumped my tires up to 60psi. Ride wasnt harsh. The suspension took alot out of stiffness you get in hard tail bikes with that high psi setups. I tweaked my seatpost rack. It kept swiveling even when tighen down all the way. I ended up taking my old handlebar grip and putting around the seat post and then put the seat post rack on top of that and tightened it down. No more swivel. Moved the controller from the along the top tube and attached it with heavy duty zip ties to the seatpost rack. It doesnt interefer with the mounting of my battery bag on the rack. My battery is sitting at 60v floating charge on the charger. 58v after 1hr sitting off charger. After applying a load it drops to 54 v. I havent even been able to do a 5% discharge yet. With all the work Ive done today tommorrow is defintely a good test day. I feel it. Im still waiting on my Watts Up meter.... Still trying to figure out how to mount it too.
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Im also about to get these torque arms on ebay. http://cgi.ebay.com/E-Bike-Torque-Arm-E ... .m20.l1116
Anyone ever use them?
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Stephanie Foxworth Since she was a little girl, Stephanie Foxworth has dreamed of owning multiple businesses. One of her most ambitious plans involved building an amusement park. When that proved a bit beyond the parameters of the NFTE BizCamp she was taking, she focused on one component of it: making and selling chocolate covered apples. Read about the challenges Stephanie has overcome. |
Bruce and Glen Proctor Bruce and Glen Proctor are identical twin brothers who grew up in Washington DC. Their drug addicted father was gone most of the time, often in and out of jail. When he was home he worked construction jobs but their mother had to accompany him on payday to make sure that she had money for rent. Even so, she struggled to make ends meet, often borrowing from relatives, and even their older sister helped by holding down a job. The boys soon made up their minds that they didn't want to struggle the way their parents had. Learn how the entrepreneurial mindset has affected these brothers. |
Amber Liggett Amber Liggett comes from a long line of entrepreneurs, but even within her accomplished family, Amber stands out. She started her business, Amber's Amazing Animal Balloon, at the age of nine, and has been running it for several years. It all began with a balloon kit she received for Christmas. Amber recalls, "I twisted so many shapes that it amazed my parents. My mom told me that if I continued to learn new shapes and could make them from memory, she would help me start my own balloon business." Read how Amber got her start with balloon animals. |
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Ilkley Rugby Club's talismanic chairman to stand down
10:56pm Wednesday 30th May 2012 in Sport By Alan Birkinshaw, Weeklies Sports Editor
The man who has masterminded the dramatic transformation of Ilkley Rugby Club is to stand down.
Richard Scargill has revealed that he is to relinquish the role of chairman after ten years at the helm.
The 64-year-old believes the time is right for a new man to take charge and guide the club through the next stage of its development.
Whoever takes over will have a hard act to follow as Scargill has been the driving force for a radical change in the club's fortunes.
And he bows out after a final season that has seen the club's award-winning £1,7m clubhouse completed and Ilkley play at Twickenham for the first time when they were beaten 34-18 by East Grinstead in the RFU National Intermediate Cup final.
"It's the right time to bow out," said Scargill. "It has been a full-time job but I have enjoyed it very much.
"It is so good to see the club making such big strides forward, but it hasn't always been that way.
"We have had our tough times but the members have been superb. They have supported us magnificently."
Scargill, a former player, inherited a club with big problems when he took over. The first team was wallowing in Yorkshire Division Two and the club's finances were in a parlous state.
Both the wealth of the club and the fortunes on the pitch took an upward turn as Scargill exerted his influence.
The club enjoyed two promotions and had two seasons in North East Division One before returning to Yorkshire Division One.
In 2011 the club won the Yorkshire Shield which qualified them for this season's National Intermediate Cup.
But the biggest achievement by far, and the thing that Scargill will always be remembered for, is the relentless drive and enthusiasm he brought to the club's impressive transformation of their Stacks Field ground.
"It was leaking money," recalled Scargill. "We had to replace the old clubhouse and I am delighted that after four years of sheer hard work by everybody connected with the club, we now have a facility we can be proud of.
"I feel it is a part of Ilkley and it is the community connection that is so vital. Much of the funding was only achieved through us pledging to build a community resource.
"Now we have many local organisations using our facilities. That is a source of tremendous pleasure, as is the fact we have a thriving junior section with 400 members in addition to our three senior team.s.
"But the thing that gives me greatest satisfaction is the fact that the club's finances are in good order.
"We have no debts and going forward the new clubhouse will help us to generate greater income.
"These are exciting times and I will
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At Webstock 2008, Dan Cederholm discussed some of the details on the Web that personally "wow" him and why.
At Webstock 2008, Dan Cederholm discussed some of the details on the Web that personally "wow" him and why.
This week we were joined by the legendary Dan Cederholm. Dan is the author of (dare we say) the best books ever written on CSS including Handcrafted CSS, CSS3 for Web Designers, and Bulletproof Web Design. He's done some very high end client work, founded a few startups, and has done a bunch of speaking. Most notably these days, Dan is the founder and half the team at Dribbble.
For almost 15 years, Web designers have had a list of 10 "Core Web fonts" to choose from. Many ask, "Why can't I just download a font file from my Web server the same way I can an image?" Well, actually, you can. The verbiage for font linking is a little different than images, but the syntax for Webfont linking has been around for over 10 years as a part of the CSS standard. Web typography expert Jason Cranford Teague shows you how to apply the principles of fluid typography, to choose, find and use Webfonts and create your unique typographic voice. Come and find out why 2010 is going to be the year of Web typography.
Jeffrey talks with designer, developer, author, lecturer, and entrepreneur Dan Cederholm (Dribbble, Simplebits).