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Would those of you using the Rukka suits care to review them here? Thanks.
Would those of you using the Rukka suits care to review them here? Thanks.
I only know 1 person who has a Rukka suit. They are rare in the US. He loves it. It is similar to the BMW Savanna suit with the removable Gore-Tex liner. It has more airflow through it than the Savanna but less than the AirFlow. Still a good all year suit if you layer underneath it.
I have the Rukka AirPower II. Have had it for about 1 1/2 years, and it works great. I believe they have a new AirPower just released that does not have the removable liner which mine has. I think that Adventure Motor Gear has some on sale.
Cordura AFT - provides great airflow when the liner is removed, although you have to make sure it's IN the airflow. On the RT I'm pretty protected, so I have to stick an arm our, or lean outside of the 'bubble' to get the air flowing. It's doubled up in elbows, shoulders and back, for added abrasion resistance.
Armor - it's the waffle pattern, thick rubber, CE approved type. Maintains better airflow then the solid rubber and it's pretty substantial. It's all removable and is in the shoulder, elbows and back.
Liner - mine has the Outlast liner, which is similiar technology to the BMW phase change stuff. I've worn a simple tshirt, Gerbing liner and Outlast liner/jacket combo down to about 20 degrees (F) without a problem. I can't say that I've noticed an amazing retention or reduction of temperature with the Outlast stuff, but is is still there, albeit slight.
Fit - is great. It's not too boxy, short or bulky. Of course it's all personal taste. I'm 5'11", 200 lbs. and bought a size 58 regular. Fits good with and without the liner. The pockets are positioned well and the adjustable waist straps work fine. The only down side is the velcro adjustments on the wrist. It can attach to the jacket material if not positioned correctly on the opposite piece and will create some 'pulling'. Not a big deal to me though. Oh, it also has one of those crotch strap things on the bottom back of the jacket that should go between your legs and attach to a loop at the front. Never used it though..
Overall - good value. I bought it on a trip to London, and got the VAT back when I left. I think the total price was $300-350??
good luck
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I've got a Rukka rainsuit that I bought at the "National" Rally in
1985. I do plan on replacing it as soon as it starts to leak.
Oh, did you mean the "new" stuff?
See ya' in Charleston,
Yes thats right,
We purchased an Air Power suit at the Redmond Rally and am never without it. Even riding in the summer time here in S.W. Florida. I really love it and am more than satisfied with it. The only problem has been the pants for my wife. They don't come in short, meaning she has short legs, so she hasn't been able to wear them. We are trying to work with the company on this but haven't really gotten anywhere.
I have the original Airpower and love it. I second all the comments that Brian made.
Mine is Silver in color so that helps out in the summer sun too.
I wear this jacket in all seasons and wouldn't want anything else.
Mine has the quilted Goretex liner...they didn't offer the outlast when I bought mine.
My only complaint was also with the pants which I returned. Legs were too long.
If anyone out there has a spare size 56 in the original Airpower and wants to get rid of it, let me know. I should have purchased 2 of them to have a spare.
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An Analysis with a Look Forward to a European Public Prosecutor's Office
- Auteur(s):
- Inghelram, J.F.H.
- Jaartal:
- 2011
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- 308
- 9789089521002
- Uitvoering:
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- Druk/editie:
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The European Anti-Fraud Office (Office de lutte anti-fraude, OLAF) was created in 1999, in the wake of the political crisis which led to the collective resignation of the European Commission. It has operated for more than ten years in a specific legal and institutional environment, which, in turn, has been affected by the entry into force of the Treaty of Lisbon. The latter put an end to the pillar structure of the EU, turned the Charter of Fundamental Rights into a binding legal instrument and laid the foundation for the establishment of a European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO).
Starting from the broader context of the protection of EU financial interests and touching upon the circumstances surrounding OLAF's creation, the book provides an in-depth analysis of OLAF's position in this environment. Particular attention is given to:
- OLAF's investigative competences and right to privacy issues raised by the exercise of these competences;
- the rights of the defence of persons under investigation;
- the consequences of the specific organisational structure of OLAF which is both a part of and independent from the European Commission, and
- supervision of OLAF, including by the EU courts through judicial review of OLAF investigative acts.
The book also speculates on how OLAF and the EPPO could interact, should the latter be established. Although an EPPO will be established from Eurojust, part of its competences will be of an investigative nature, which it will exercise in the same legal and institutional environment as OLAF. Therefore, an understanding of OLAF appears essential for comprehending and interpreting the (investigative) competences of the EPPO, including the way in which judicial review of acts adopted by the EPPO should be effectuated. On the other hand, it appears beyond doubt that the establishment of the EPPO will fundamentally affect the functioning of OLAF.
The book provides insights which can be useful in the context of both the upcoming discussions on the reform of OLAF and the future discussions on the establishment of the EPPO, as well as gives legal practitioners an overview of the relevant legal issues related to OLAF investigations. The book takes account of developments until January 2011. Nevertheless, insofar as the book discusses Commission proposals on the reform of OLAF, the analysis equally applies to the Commission proposal of 17 March 2011 (COM(2011) 135 final), the provisions of which appear to correspond either literally or in substance to those included in the Commission's 2006 proposal (COM(2006) 244 final) referred to in the book.
Born in Antwerp (Belgium) in 1964, Jan F. H. Inghelram has a law degree from the University of Leuven (Belgium, 1987) and an LL.M. degree from the University of Virginia (USA, 1989). After having practised as an Attorney at the Brussels Bar in the law offices of De Bandt, Van Hecke & Lagae, he worked, from 1992, as an Administrator and later as a Principal Administrator in the Legal Service of the European Court of Auditors. Since 2001, he has been seconded to the European Court of Justice where he works as a référendaire, first for Advocate General J. Mischo, then for Judge C. W. A. Timmermans and currently for Judge S. Prechal. He is the author of several publications on EU Finances, the European Court of Auditors and the European Court of Justice. The views expressed in the book are entirely personal.

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The 4% rule has long provided a conservative strategy for determining an appropriate withdrawal rate from retirement savings accounts, but changing times and increased market volatility have clients wondering—is there a better way?
Many of your clients may be following the 4% rule because it is simple and makes it very unlikely that the client will run out of money. Unfortunately, it can also be unnecessarily rigid by failing to take investment performance and fluctuations in consumption levels into account—leaving your clients looking for a better alternative. A new study suggests that the IRS required minimum distribution method is likely to outperform the traditional 4% method and may provide the solution your clients have been waiting for.
The RMD Rules
The IRS required minimum distribution (RMD) rules essentially require that your clients begin withdrawing funds from tax-deferred retirement accounts, such as IRAs and 401(k)s, when they reach age 70½. The minimum amounts that must be withdrawn are calculated based on the client's life expectancy, determined using IRS actuarial data.
The IRS provides tables specifying the percentage of current account assets that must be withdrawn each year based on the life expectancy of the client in any given year after reaching age 70½ (tables are also available for clients beginning withdrawals at younger ages). In the case of a married couple where one spouse is more than 10 years younger than the other, the joint life expectancy of the couple is used in the calculation to provide a more realistic estimate of the life expectancy.
The RMD requirements are not meant to provide retirees with guidance on the optimal withdrawal rate, but are meant to ensure that the funds in these tax-deferred accounts are used for retirement income, rather than as estate planning vehicles. Because the requirements seek to ensure that the assets are spent during life, they are a viable alternative to the 4% withdrawal rate, even though this was not the original IRS intent in formulating the rules.
The RMD Method versus the 4 Percent Rule
As the name suggests, under the 4% rule your client withdraws 4% of the beginning balance of his retirement savings each year during retirement. While the rule is very simple, it can have unintended consequences. For example, the rigid 4%-per-year requirement tends to encourage clients to seek out dividend-heavy investments to supplement their otherwise fixed income, regardless of whether those investments are otherwise appropriate.
Further, the rule has clients withdraw 4% even in years when their assets may have severely underperformed. The converse is also true, as the rule limits clients to 4% withdrawals even if they could afford much more. A recent study by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College found that the RMD method may be a better alternative for determining retirement account withdrawal rates than the traditional 4% rule. Not only is the RMD approach almost as simple as the 4 percent rule—rather than withdrawing 4% each year, the client would consult the IRS tables to determine the applicable percentage—but it offers much more flexibility.
The RMD rule is, in many ways, much more realistic than the 4% rule because it bases withdrawals on the current value of the client's retirement assets. While this requires determining what that value is each year, it also allows clients to modify their consumption levels based on actual account performance. Because the percentages are based on life expectancy and vary with age, it is still unlikely that the client will outlive his assets.
If your clients are ready for a new retirement withdrawal strategy, the RMD method may provide the solution. Because the strategy is based on the IRS' own withdrawal requirements, many of your clients may already be familiar with the requirements. Those who are not may be pleased that this approach factors actual market performance into the equation.
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Authorities have arrested an Onslow County man accused of operating a meth lab in Duplin County and possessing a weapon of mass destruction.
Authorities have arrested an Onslow County man accused of operating a meth lab in Duplin County and possessing a weapon of mass destruction.
James Simpson, 34, of Cypress Creek Road in Richlands, was found in a home at the edge of Onslow County around 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Duplin County Sheriff Blake Wallace said.
They, along with the Onslow County Sheriff�s Office, have been searching for Simpson since Nov. 13 when they allegedly discovered a meth lab in his mobile home.
They arrested Lisa Pierce, 39, at the meth scene and charged her with possession of a weapon of mass destruction for a pipe bomb they also allegedly found. Simpson had fled the scene by the time they arrived, Wallace previously told The Daily News.
The Duplin County Sheriff�s Office was able to arrest the suspect with the help of the Onslow County Sheriff�s Office.
Simpson is being charged with manufacturing methamphetamine, maintaining a dwelling/residence for the manufacture of methamphetamine, possession of a weapon of mass destruction and felony possession of a firearm, Wallace said, adding that he anticipates Simpson will be facing additional charges once the investigation is complete.
Simpson was previously convicted of possession of a Schedule II, felony and misdemeanor break and enter, speeding to elude arrest, cheat � property/services, larceny of firearms, larceny of motor vehicle, speeding from police, break and enter vehicles, and possessing stolen goods, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Safety.
Simpson is currently in custody at the Duplin County Jail. He was still in the process of being booked and his bond had not yet been determined when The Daily News spoke to Wallace.
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The City of Bryan is proud to partner with Aggieland Scuba to offer PADI Open Water Diver Scuba courses. The courses will be held in various locations with the pool diving portions of the class at the Bryan Aquatic Center and classroom presentations and exams at Aggieland Scuba.
In this course you will complete 5 knowledge development sections with quizzes and exams, 5 confined water (pool) dives, and 4 open water dives held at various locations around our area. The open water dives will be held a separate weekend from the classroom & pool portions of the course and will be scheduled with the instructor during your class sessions.
In the PADI Open Water Diver course, you learn to use basic scuba gear including a dive computer, and standard accessories. The equipment you wear will be chosen by an Aggieland Scuba Representative to ensure your comfort throughout the course.
Your instructor will contact you the week before the class starts to set up a time to fit you for the equipment used in the class and to get the required reading material.
16 years of age or older (Ages 10-15 must call if interested in registering for the course)
Some swimming ability is required. You need to have basic swim skills and be able to comfortably maintain yourself in the water. Your PADI Instructor will assess this by having you:
oSwim 200 yards. There is no time limit for this, and you may use any swimming strokes you want.
oFloat and tread water for 10 minutes, again using any methods you want.
Please be sure to review the receipt documents for this course and return them filled out to your instructor on the first day of your class.
Required equipment: Mask, fin, snorkel for scuba diving. Available at Aggieland Scuba.
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What: Fox Street Allstars
When: 8 p.m. Thursday
Where: Conor O'Neill's, 1922 13th St., Boulder, 303-449-1922
Cost: free
More info: conoroneills.com
A new year is a good excuse for change, and for Denver roots rockers the Fox Street Allstars, that meant a national management deal and wrapping up a new record as 2012 closed out.
We talked with frontman Jonathan "Skippy" Huvard about what's in store for 2013 — other than playing Conor's on Thursday.
Looks like you're headed into 2013 in great shape, signing with national booking and management and selling out your New Year's Eve show.
Yeah, totally. You know, the last six months or so of 2012 we were kind of just getting things together. Sometimes bands are just like any business, they have to be ever evolving and constantly changing and recreating themselves. So, really, the last six to eight months, we signed with our manager, Dave, and we're just getting everything ready to go and recording the record. We're planning on 2013 being a really big year in terms of being a reinvented band with a new album.
Your next album, Tough Talk, is due out in March. Tell me a little about it.
The second album — what's really great about it is that a lot of the tunes we wrote more or less as a unit, whereas the last record was a lot of my tunes, and the ones that weren't were covers. For the most part, you're gonna see a real collaborative effort on this album, from the songwriting standpoint. It's kind of a cool thing because it's indicative of how the band sounds now and it was a big part of how we're shaping how the band sounds now… We're really excited about the songs. We recorded the whole thing on tape so it's got a really vintage sound compared to how most records are done these days, digitally.
The single "Too Good" sounded more bluesy than funky, to me. Is that true for the whole record?
You're gonna see a lot of rock and a lot of blues on this record. We purposefully haven't released any of the funk songs yet off of the record. We wanted to show a different side of Fox Street, and really, the record has a lot of funk and R&B, but we also veered into the softer side a little bit.
I know the live experience is pretty important to the band. What do you try to do for fans, live?
We're a live band first and foremost. We pride ourselves on our shows, and above all it's the reason that people get off at the Fox Street shows. The bottom line is whether we're playing funk, rock, blues or soul, we're playing roots music. It's music that we write, and when we play covers, it's music that we care about. We're not trying to be like anybody else and I think as long as you can be true to yourself, that's going to translate in the sound…We all met at CU and, in our college band, we played at Conor's all the time, and this is the first time we're coming back to Boulder and not coming to the Fox, because we want to connect with people in the bars and give them that live experience and reintroduce Boulder to Fox Street. There's something to be said for coming into a bar and ripping that motherfucker up.


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Google unveiled its two new Android devices Monday, despite canceling its big New York City event because of Hurricane Sandy.
Both the new LG Nexus 4 smartphone and Nexus 10 tablet will go on sale Nov. 13, Google announced on its Official Google Blog. Google also announced Android 4.2, a new version of Jelly Bean that gives users Photo Sphere and Gesture Typing.
The Nexus 10 tablet by Samsung is touted as having the best display on the planet -- or around 4 million pixels, according to Andy Rubin, Google's senior vice president of mobile. It also is reported to have a battery life of 500 hours on standby or straight nine hours of video viewing.
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Prices for the Nexus 4 start at $299 for 8GB and $399 for the 16GB Nexus 10. The Nexus 4 also uses Photo Sphere, a new panoramic camera tool that gives 360-degree photos. The Nexus 4 handset also doubles as a game controller and has wireless charging. New users will also have access to Google Now, which now has flight information, allows restaurant reservations, hotel confirmations and shipping info.


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Mt. Airy Baseball has been providing play and instruction for 28 years and for the past 14 years has offered a series of instructional clinics in pitching and hitting for players between the ages of 8 and 18. Over the years, many young players have learned from our instructors and many have gone on to play high school, college and professional baseball.
This year we are again pleased to partner with Bob Spratt, Head Baseball Coach at Chestnut Hill College and owner of Total Skills Baseball Academy. We are excited about the expertise and energy Bob and his coaching staff will bring to the winter program
We are also excited about our new home and the outstanding facilities available to us at Ambler Sports Academy.
The Mt. Airy Baseball Winter Instructional Program has been a success because we have been able to provide high quality instruction while keeping the game fun. We hope that by teaching kids the proper way to play, they will enjoy the game more and perhaps go on to greater levels of success.
Openings are still available in the Winter Programs. Players can register on-line at the Mt. Airy Baseball web site www.mtairybaseball.org.


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A Snapshot of Jefferson-Hemings in the Mid-1990s
The World Wide Web is old enough that some pages now preserve the historical consensus of the past, the way libraries have long done. For example, from 1990 to 1997, acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns worked on a public-television documentary about Thomas Jefferson. He interviewed several leading historians and other voices about the man.
The website created to accompany that broadcast has become a time capsule of that moment in intellectual history, and not just because it still uses frames. That film was made before the 1998 Nature study which matched the surviving Y-chromosome from Sally Hemings's children and the surviving Y-chromosomes from Thomas Jefferson's patrilineal line.
Among Burns's interviewees was Merrill D. Peterson, author of Jefferson in the American Mind. In that book and his interview for the documentary, Peterson said that having children with Sally Hemings would be out of character for Jefferson:
Was Sally Hemings his mistress?By the same arguments, William Jefferson Clinton would never have a sexual affair with an intern in the Oval Office after adultery had been a problem for him in the 1992 election, and Strom Thurmond would never have impregnated a sixteen-year-old maid working for his family. In 1996, those arguments seemed more solid than they do now.
Well, I can't just say no. Because I can't... No, I do not believe Sally Hemings was Jefferson's mistress.
Well, the reasons for that go partly to the fact that I think it would have been a moral and psychological impossibility for him to have engaged in that kind of relationship with one of the Monticello slaves, especially a person of that age, of that vulnerability, in the way that it's generally described. It is said that the relationship began when Jefferson was in Paris and Sally had come to Paris bringing Jefferson's younger daughter. And she would have been 15 or 16 at the time the seduction took place. And it is said that she came home pregnant by Jefferson and that the first child, one who was said to be named Tom, was born. There is no record of the Tom. But that is another question. There is no historical documentary evidence to support any of this. There is oral evidence. But the oral evidence probably came after the written evidence—after the story was written down by [James] Callender and then by others—so that it could have entered into oral memory after it was written down.
But you don't think he did.
No, I do not think that she was his mistress, no. That would have required—just to pursue this a little further—that he continue this relationship for a period of 25 years and that two of the children would have been born after the Callender story came out and while he was president of the United States. And that would have been a tremendous presumption on the American public, I think, and public sensitivities in this area as well as his own sensitivities. And so I think it's quite impossible.
In the same series of interviews, historians dismissing the idea of a sexual relationship between Jefferson and Hemings included Andrew Burstein, Joseph Ellis, Lewis Simpson, and Garry Wills, as well as Dan Jordan of Monticello, children's author Natalie Bober, and translator Stephen Mitchell.
Scholars who were undecided, some saying that the unanswerable question of sex distracted from the undeniable history that Jefferson owned some of his relatives, included James Cox, Paul Finkelman, John Hope Franklin, James O. Horton, and Jan Lewis. Lucia Stanton of Monticello spoke of Hemings and her children's reminiscences without actually stating what they'd said about their father, at least as transcribed.
Notably, the voices saying they believe the Hemings family account came from outside the ranks of historians: activist Julian Bond, Hemings descendant Robert H. Cooley III, impersonator Clay Jenkinson, and novelist Gore Vidal. (In the rest of the interview transcripts, the name "Hemings" never comes up.)
After the D.N.A. findings, there was a sea change in the historical consensus. Annette Gordon-Reed's analysis Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings: An American Controversy had already shown the relative robustness of Madison Hemings's memoir and the weakness of the Jefferson family's explanation. Many historians changed their minds about the likelihood of a relationship. Some might even have done a little scholarly penance, with Wills publishing "Negro President": Jefferson and the Slave Power in 2003, and Burstein Jefferson's Secrets: Death and Desire at Monticello in 2005.
Peterson, who died in 2009 at the age of eighty-eight, never wrote or spoke publicly about the Jefferson-Hemings question after the Nature study. His Washington Post obituary reported that he still thought as he had before:
"He did not believe in any sexual connection between Jefferson and Sally Hemings," Paul M. Gaston, a longtime U-Va. colleague, said yesterday in an interview.Diehard deniers continue to list Peterson as a scholar in their camp, but he never engaged openly with the new evidence.
When the evidence for such a relationship became more persuasive in recent years, Gaston said, Dr. Peterson "didn't argue with it. He just distanced himself from that discussion."
The shift in consensus about the Jefferson-Hemings relationship might be a rare example of Thomas Kuhn's paradigm shift in history rather than science. The P.B.S. website and Burns's film (now available on D.V.D.) capture the state of the field just before that happened.


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Beijing denounces 'groundless' US remarks on South China Sea
Beijing has dismissed a US official's warning against possible Chinese expansion in the skies over the South China Sea, calling the remarks "irresponsible".
The United States had called on Beijing to clarify or adjust its territorial claims in the South China Sea.
"Some US officials make groundless accusations against China," Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Hong Lei said.
He added that "right-wing forces in Japan" were responsible for stirring up "rumours" on the issue.
Mr Hong was responding to comments made on Wednesday by the top US diplomat for the region, Danny Russel, warning Beijing not to move to impose an air zone over the territory.
Beijing claims the South China Sea almost in its entirety, but portions are also claimed by the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei and Taiwan.
Mr Russel supported the Philippines' right to take its case to a United Nations tribunal, a move last year that was denounced by China, as part of efforts to find a "peaceful, non-coercive" solution.
"China's lack of clarity with regard to its South China Sea claims has created uncertainty in the region and limits the prospect for achieving mutually agreeable resolution or equitable joint development arrangements," Mr Russel, the US assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, told a congressional committee.
Japan's Asahi Shimbun newspaper, citing Chinese government sources, had reported in early February that Beijing had drafted proposals for the new air zone, with tensions already high over its imposition of an air zone above islands administered by Japan in the East China Sea.
China's Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ), set up last November, immediately drew condemnation from Washington as well as Tokyo, with which China is embroiled in a separate territorial row.
"We neither recognize nor accept China's declared ADIZ," Mr Russel told the committee.
He added that the US had "made clear to China that it shouldn't attempt to implement that ADIZ and should refrain from taking similar actions elsewhere in the region".
Mr Hong on Friday reiterated Beijing's position that "as a sovereign state, China has the right to act" in order to defend its air security.
"No country has the right to make irresponsible remarks on that," he said of Russel's comments.
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Trib App Puts Chicago Crime Data In Context
By: Michael Depp | Net News Check
In the tricky realm of data reporting, a new app from The Chicago Tribune wades into the city's alarming crime rate.
Crime in Chicago, which debuted as a desktop app in early September, feeds from data on serious crimes in 77 different Chicago communities. It presents users with statistics on violent, property and quality-of-life-related crimes in table and map forms in a snapshot over the past 30 days.


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Drug, Called Suvorexant, Helped People Fall Asleep Faster, Stay Asleep Longer
By Kathleen Doheny
WebMD Health News
Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD
June 13, 2012 -- A new sleeping pill under study helps insomniacs fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer, according to new research.
The medicine, called suvorexant, is not available -- it has not yet been submitted to the FDA. Suvorexant works differently than other sleeping pills, says researcher Andrew D. Krystal, MD, a psychiatry professor at Duke University Medical Center. He reported the findings in Boston this week at Sleep 2012, the annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies.
Suvorexant blocks chemical messengers in the brain known as orexins.
"The orexin system seems to be one of the most important, if not the most important, systems for inducing wakefulness,'' Krystal tells WebMD. "It seems to be the system that allows us to remain awake during the course of the day in a continuous chunk. We would fall asleep if it were not for the fact that orexin is being released in increasing amounts during the day."
Suvorexant's development is based on the relatively new idea that people with insomnia have too much activity in their orexin system when they are trying to go to sleep, says Krystal.
By decreasing the orexin activity, "you enhance sleep," says Krystal, who directs Duke's sleep research and insomnia programs.
Suvorexant has been through its phase III clinical trials, which gauge effectiveness and monitor side effects. In those trials, Krystal found the drug could shave off about half an hour of the time it took to fall asleep and add an hour, or more, of sleep time.
The development of almorexant, another drug that targets orexins, was dropped last year by GlaxoSmithKline and Actelion Ltd. for "tolerability" reasons, according to GlaxoSmithKline. Details on those tolerability issues have not been made public.
About Insomnia and Its Treatments
Insomnia affects about 30% of adults in a given year, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Up to 15% say they have chronic insomnia.
Insomniacs have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or both.
Sleeping pills are widely prescribed. In 2011, 63 million prescriptions for hypnotics (such as sleeping pills) and sedatives were dispensed in the U.S., according to the IMS Institute for Healthcare Informatics.
Other sleeping pills work in a variety of ways, such as binding with receptors in the brain that help control alertness or relaxation, or receptors that act on the body's body clock. Of course, there are plenty of other aspects to getting better sleep. Good sleep habits are a must. That includes going to bed at the same time each night, limiting caffeine, keeping TVs, computers, and smartphones out of the bedroom, and getting exercise (but not close to bedtime).
Suvorexant Studies
Suvorexant was tested in two studies that lasted three months and included about 2,000 adults. Krystal's team randomly assigned them to get suvorexant (in various doses) or a placebo.
The researchers studied objective measures gotten from the sleep lab and sleep tests. They also looked at subjective measures such as the patients' reports of the time it took to fall asleep and their total sleep time.
In both studies, patients taking suvorexant fell asleep faster and stayed asleep longer.
For instance, in one study, people on the sleeping pill at the three-month mark slept 60.3 minutes longer, on average, while those on placebo slept 40.6 minutes longer -- a difference of more than 19 minutes.
"Nineteen minutes a night of more sleep for an entire month is a lot of additional sleep," Krystal says.?
In the same study, those on suvorexant fell asleep about 25 minutes faster than at the start of the study; those on placebo fell asleep about 17 minutes faster.
Those on the pill spent about 48 minutes less time awake during the night than before the medication, compared to 25 fewer minutes for those on the placebo. For the second study, results were similar. "The fact [that] there is benefit on the sleep study finding and the self reporting finding is critical," Krystal says.
No serious adverse events were found in either trial. The most common complaints were sleepiness and headache. All of the studies were funded by Merck.
In third study, which lasted a year and was also presented at the meeting, 522 men and women were given suvorexant and 259 got a placebo.
The new sleeping pill improved the total sleep time as reported by the patient by an average of 23 minutes. It reduced the time it took to fall asleep by 10 minutes.
David Neubauer, MD, associate professor of psychiatry at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, who has researched almorexant, reviewed the findings for WebMD.
"I think so far the clinical trials are very encouraging and warrant further investigation," he says.
The new drug reflects a new view of sleep problems, says Neubauer. "The new thinking is that insomnia is not just trouble sleeping at night, but a 24-hour disorder for many people," he says. "For many people it is a kind of round-the-clock hyper arousal."
Neubauer has served on the advisory board for Purdue Pharma, which makes the sleep aid Intermezzo (zolpidem).
Krystal is a consultant to Merck. He has also consulted for, or done research for, other companies that make insomnia medications.
These findings were presented at a medical conference. They should be considered preliminary as they have not yet undergone the "peer review" process, in which outside experts scrutinize the data prior to publication in a medical journal.
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by Tom Utescher
With Friday the 13th out of the way, the Chestnut Hill College softball squad experienced an upturn its fortunes during the second game of last Saturday's home doubleheader.
Going into the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference twin bill with a record of 1-15 in the CACC and 1-21 overall, the Griffins lost Saturday's opener, 8-0, then found themselves in a 1-8 hole four innings into the second game. They got one point back in the bottom of the fifth, then in their next turn at bat, the locals knocked out six runs to tie the game at 8-8.
After surviving a base-loaded, no-outs dilemma at the top of the seventh with the deadlock still intact, Chestnut Hill used a walk and a bunt to put runners on first and second base with one out in the home half of the inning. On a ball off the bat of freshman Brittany Hoban, Bloomfield made an error on an force-out attempt at second, allowing the winning run to cross the plate for CHC.
The Deacons returned to northern New Jersey with a 9-7 mark in the CACC, and an overall record of 24-15.
In the first game on Saturday, Bloomfield jumped right on the Griffins with a four-run first inning, then added one more in the fourth frame. When the Deacons scored three times in the top of the fifth and then blanked Chestnut Hill in the bottom half, the contest concluded early thanks to the NCAA's "mercy" rule. Other stats were pretty much in keeping with the final score; Bloomfield outhit the Griffins 10-3 and made no errors in the game, while CHC had two miscues.
Chestnut Hill kept Bloomfield's offense in check for the first three innings of the second go-round, going into the fourth stanza all even at 1-1. After a big defensive letdown for the Griffins at the top of that inning, Bloomfield once again had eight runs in the books. There was a glimmer of hope in the fifth frame, as the hosts sent the Deacons down in order in the top half, and picked up a run on the flip side.
Here, an infield error on a ball hit by freshman Brittany Neuman and a walk to junior Kim Kashnoski were followed by a strike out. Next, sophomore Sarah Mattaliano batted up a ball that rolled slowly along near the third base line, providing enough time for the Griffins to be safe all around. The runners held up as junior slugger Giana Cavallo flew out to shallow centerfield, but at least CHC came away with one run as freshman Caitlin O'Neill drew a bases-loaded walk to make it 8-2.
Leading off in the bottom of the sixth, CHC junior pitcher Mandi Rush was herself hit by a pitch, and she went to third when a sluggish response in right field turned junior Cassie Benson's base hit into a two-bagger. Neuman punched an RBI single past the Bloomfield shortstop, then Kashnoski hit in a fourth CHC run, singling to shallow right center.
Following a strike-out for the first out of the inning, Mattaliano batted a hopping ground ball towards the second baseman and beat out a low throw to first, loading the bases. For the second time in as many innings, CHC's Cavallo came to the plate with the bases loaded. This time around, she swatted the ball down near the line in right field, clearing the bases and reaching third as an outfield error added an extra base onto the play.
The Deacons changed pitchers, but CHC's O'Neill, facing new Bloomfield hurler Alex Smith, got the tying run home (8-8) with a sacrifice grounder to short. The Griffins had the winning run at first when senior Gina DiAnnuntis drew a walk, but a ground-out followed to end the inning.
The deadlock on the scoreboard (if it had been working) looked to be short-lived as a double, a hit batter, and a base hit loaded the bases for the visitors with no outs in the top of the seventh. CHC checked off one out by gloving an infield pop-up that immobilized the runners, then came a play that indicated that this might indeed be a special game for the Griffins.
The next batter hit a low line drive to Benson, the second baseman. She caught the ball and quickly flipped it to first base for a double play, ending the Bloomfield threat altogether.
The home half of the seventh started with a strike-out, but then a patient Neuman waited out a full-count base on balls. Next, Kashnoski's bunt dribbled down the third base line and the Deacons couldn't pick it up cleanly, giving the Griffins runners at first and second with one out. When Hoban hit the ball to the second baseman, the Bloomfield shortstop came over to cover second base for a force-out attempt, but a high throw skipped up out of the pocket of her glove and the ball rolled towards centerfield. Neuman came home standing up for the game-winning run.
Bloomfield had an 11-10 edge in hits for the contest, but also committed two errors to the Griffins' one. Rush pitched the distance for the victors, striking out two batters and walking one.


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"Tcl is part of Cisco's IOS router operating system, and as such is included in all high-end Cisco routers and switches."
What's that? Tcl on my router? A quick Google for "tcl cisco ios" revealed two helpful resources: Cisco IOS Scripting with Tcl by Cisco and TCL'ing Your Cisco Router by Peter J. Welcher. Cisco's document revealed that Tcl 8.3.4 was introduced in Cisco IOS 12.3(2)T. Sure enough, it's on my Cisco router:
gill#sh ver
Cisco IOS Software, C2600 Software (C2600-ADVSECURITYK9-M),
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gill(tcl)#puts "Hello world"
Hello world
Peter Welcher's article expands on Cisco's document to show some of what can be done with Tcl on the Cisco router.
This absolutely blows my mind, and I can't believe I haven't heard of this before. I found a 2001 email mentioning the Tcl shell as "undocumented," although there is a reference in the Cisco IOS Configuration Guide Master Index, Release 12.1. Imagine what might be possible with this; you might be able to run arbitrary code -- Sguil even? -- on Cisco routers.
Speaking of Tcl, the newest versions of Salvatore Sanfilippo's Hping rely on the language. I reported on this last year. Salvatore has been working on a Tcl interpreter called The Jim Project, which he says "will likely merge with Hping." Salvatore is also writing a book on Tcl, some of which is online as TCLWISE: An introduction to the Tcl programming language.


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This weekend we celebrated by husband's birthday. Since I'm always planning parties for other people, I wanted to make his celebration special too. It was a really small get together with mostly family, so we decided to do a beer tasting, and for the non-drinkers among us, a root beer tasting. It was so much fun!
I went root beer shopping early and was able to find 7 varieties at my local Loblaws, a few were from the health food section. I was really surprised at how many there were. I added one more to come with 8 in total.
For the beer we had 12 varieties, including some light lager, dark lager and ale. For both tasting we bought a couple of each type, and served the tastes in 3 oz disposable shot glasses. This was enough for everyone to try everything, and return to their favourites.
While we tasted, we gave each drink a score from 1 to 5, ranging from a number 1 being "I'd almost choose water over this, but at least it's still beer" to number 5 being "I'd give up watching F1 (by guy's fav.) or golfing, or riding my motorbike…(choose the appropriate answer), to have this beer again. My husband made up these great score cards, using the logo from each beer or root beer, so everyone could remember their favs.
I used simple white tubs for the beers, and added Martha's chalkboard labels. I also embellished with "cheers" which became our party theme food!
I used this great old wash tub for the root beer.
I made a simple centre piece with some spring flowers, and a menu board.
The "cheers" sign was put together from various letters from different collections. I really love the different sizes and finishes together. Top Tip: I used a little blue tac to help hold them all up on the table.
We started off the party with some really easy munches. I made veggies and dip, and then had a great time at the bulk store and west Indian grocery finding all kinds of fun nuts, chips and snack mixes. These were a real hit with everyone, who seemed to enjoy all the different varieties.
For lunch my father-in-law made curry (thanks Bob!) we also had fried rice, chow mein with roasted chicken and roti -a favourite menu of my Guyanese family and super easy for me, since it was mostly take-out!
For the table I went with my new fav. brown kraft paper. I used white dishes, and bundled up cutlery and napkins in mini paper bags tied with twine. I stamped "Cheers" on to wooden veneer business cards, punched a hole and tied them on to the bags.
I love the rustic feel of all the brown paper, and twine, and felt like it went with the beer theme really well.
Since it was Easter weekend, I created a fun Easter table for the kids in the same rustic natural colour palette, see the details here.
Next it was dessert time!
For dessert I made cupcakes. Keeping with our beer theme, I made Guinness Cupcakes with cream cheese frosting.
I made these sweet "cheers" cupcake picks from brown paper, rubber stamps and twine. Love how rustic they turned out.
For the kids, I made some simple vanilla cupcakes. Some I left plain, but for some I cut out a small piece from the top and added a 1/2 teaspoon of raspberry jam.
They were really yummy. I made little bunny toppers to match the Easter table. Love their little cotton tails!
We also had nest cookies, see the recipe here, and a fruit tray.
It was such a lovely afternoon. We started the party at noon, and enjoyed eating and drinking the day way together.
Happy Birthday Roland, we love you even more than Beer!
This post is linked up at Between Naps on the Porch, and A Stroll Thru Life.


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The Art Gallery of New South Wales is the leading museum of art in New South Wales and Sydney, and one of Australia's foremost cultural institutions. It holds significant collections of Australian, European and Asian art, and presents nearly forty exhibitions annually.
One of the most popular art museums in Australia, visited by over 1.3 million people annually, the Gallery is far more than just a destination for looking at pictures. It's also a place to enjoy lectures and symposia, films, music and performances, meet friends for a meal or coffee in the cafe or restaurant, or browse in the Gallery Shop. Our range of access programs is aimed at engaging diverse audiences with different needs. And more than 100 000 students visit each year to take part in our engaging and stimulating education programs.
The Katherine Art Gallery holds an excellent collection of Aboriginal Art. Presenting a portfolio of artists from the region, the gallery reflects the cultural diversity and influences of the Jawoyn, Warlpiri and Dagoman Aboriginal people, who have lived in the Katherine area for thousands of years.
The gallery also houses a range of collections from regions of Arnhem Land, the Central Western Desert, and areas in Western Australia. Clients from all over the world maintain contact with the gallery to purchase the didjeridus, artefacts and paintings from the friendly characters who come to produce their work on the premises.
Get outdoors and discover Australia's living desert. Explore the abundance of plants, animals and Aboriginal culture found in Central Australia at the Alice Springs Desert Park. After experiencing the Desert Park you will no longer think of deserts as empty barren wastelands but understanding that they are diverse environments, rich with life and full of thousands of stories waiting to be explored.
Explore three desert habitats, witness free-flying bird presentations, see rare and endangered animals, enjoy a cinematic journey on the evolution of Central Australian deserts and visit the new West Macs Discovery Centre.
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At the Territory Wildlife Park, not only do you see wildlife up-close in their natural habitats, you meet them walking through tree top aviaries, strolling around a natural lagoon and even get to interact with them during daily presentations.You stroll beneath the surface in our walk-through aquarium and meet some of the Top End's most amazing aquatic life. You meet, nose to nose, with our giant Saltwater croc. It's the closest you'll ever get to a salty without risking a scratch! Our experienced team love sharing their knowledge of the wildlife and the habitats in their care. It's what our people are passionate about. The more you ask, the happier they are to share.
For 40 000 years this area has been a traditional "meeting place" for the trading of artifacts, knowledge, art and culture. You can now experience our vibrant living culture today at our unique centre.
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At Doctors Gully, right in the heart of Darwin and within walking distance of most city hotels is a unique attraction which has been featured in countless television programs and magazine articles world wide and voted "most popular attraction" in tourism surveys. AQUASCENE is where hundreds of fish come to shore at high tide to be fed by hand.
Milkfish, mullet, catfish, bream and barramundi can be seen close enough to touch as they compete with each other for food. Many other species including rays, cod, mangrove jack and diamond fish may also be seen in the shallows if you watch carefully.
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Welcome to the Art Gallery of South Australia
Founded in 1881, the Art Gallery of South Australia is home to one of Australia's great art collections, housed in one of Adelaide's most beautiful buildings. Located at the heart of Adelaide's cultural boulevard, North Terrace, between the South Australian Museum and University of Adelaide, the Art Gallery welcomes more than half a million visitors each year. We hope you will enjoy your visit - whether real, or virtual.
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The Art Gallery is open daily 10 am to 5 pm (closed 25 December).
General admission to the Art Gallery is free. Charges apply for some exhibitions.
The Australian Aviation Heritage Centre is one of the major aviation museums in Australia. The Centre has an impressive presentation of aircraft and displays depicting the Territory's involvement in aviation, both civil and military, from the early pioneers and record breakers through World War II and the jet age.
The major display item is a massive B-52 bomber on permanent loan from the United States Air Force and is one of only two on public display in the world outside the USA.
CROCODYLUS PARK is located just 5 minutes from Darwin International Airport and 15 minutes from Darwin's city centre. Built upon 30 years of experience in crocodile research and conservation, the Park hosts over 10,000 crocodiles from 30cm long hatchlings to massive adults measuring 5m and weighing half a ton!
The Park also includes big cats, primates, giant lizards, snakes, native animals and a World class Crocodile Museum. The boardwalk over the crocodile exhibits is fully shaded to walk along while our experienced tour guides provide fascinating facts about animal biology, behaviour and crocodile attacks.
Don\'t forget! All visitors get a chance to hold a baby crocodile and even feed a 5m crocodile.
Adult $27.50
Child (4-15) $13.50
Seniors $22.00
Family $70.00
CROCODILE FEEDING & TOUR TIMES:10am, 12, 2pm & 3.30pm
See Australia's highest court of appeal in a striking building by Lake Burley Griffin that features a seven storey high public hall.
The High Court features three courtrooms and an impressive public hall adorned by murals depicting the development of the Australian nation and its Constitution. Interpreting and upholding the Constitution is one of the important functions of the High Court, together with interpreting federal law and hearing cases appealed from other courts. High Court sittings are open to the public. The building was opened in 1980 and was the result of a national architectural competition.
With over 25 year's experience, Melbourne River Cruises is the largest and most experienced river cruise operator in Melbourne specialising in tourism and hospitality. As industry leaders, we aim to create international service systems to provide entertainment, recreation, culture and social exchange for local, interstate and international individuals and groups.
We are in the business of providing memorable experiences and are committed to fulfilling customer needs and satisfaction. Whether you choose to join our daily sightseeing cruises or to have a private function, our team will extend warm, friendly and professional hospitality to enhance the customer experience.
If you are visiting Darwin during the winter dry season, be one of the first to experience Oz Jet NT, Oz Jet Boating\'s new experience in Darwin Harbour. Oz Jet Boating NT will have you experiencing Darwin at high speed, with massive sideway slides, fish tails, spins and awesome power break stops. It\'s extreme and loads of fun!
Oz Jet NT is operating daily from Stokes Hill Wharf adjacent to the new convention centre, seconds from popular cafes & shops.
Whether you are visiting Darwin or are a long time local, Oz Jet NT is a unique opportunity for you, your friends & family, your corporate group or social club to see Darwin like never before in thrilling high speed fashion.
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Queen Victoria Market is Victoria's premier open-air market. Sitting on 2 city blocks, its also the largest open air Market in the Southern Hemisphere. The friendly competition between stallholders, their passion for that they do, and their interaction with customers is what gives the Market its Old World charm and the addictive power to draw millions of visitors each year. Visitors, who come not only to shop, can be entertained by buskers who perform on the surround. The vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere of this historic site has endeared the Market to Melburnians for over 130 years.
The Market is probably best known for its huge variety of fresh produce. Almost 50% of the Market area is dedicated to the sale of fresh produce, including fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, chicken, seafood and delicatessen products.
The Western Australian Museum provides an insight into Western Australias history and environment. Situated in Perths cultural precinct and close to public transport facilities, the Museum offers a wide range of permanent and travelling exhibitions.
International exhibitions and MuseumLink displays and events enhance the Museums permanent displays. Absorb the atmosphere and enjoy the contemporary, historical and cultural exhibits.
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After venturing out of the speed restricted zone we unleash the full power of the jet at nearly 80km/h, with a continual mix of 360 degree spins, wild fish tail spins and incredible power brake stops. Hold on tight as the fast pumping, continuous mix of music keeps your heart racing.
Ride alongside Kings Park & the Old Swan Brewery. Sit back and hold on as we push the throttle and release 25 tonnes of water per minute from the jet!! Its extreme, its loud, and its loads of fun!!
Strike redefines the fun and age old bowling experience for the 21st century; enjoying the gourmet food and cool chic environment is just part of the hypnotic Strike experience. Picture Private Bowling Lounges, giant lane-end plasmas, on-lane special effects lighting, computerised scoring, lane-side food and beverage service, deluxe karaoke rooms, pool tables, gourmet food and deluxe bars – and that's just to start with!
Whether it's an impromptu night out, staff outing, client schmoozing or a Christmas party for 800 people, Strike's focus on excellent service and building a fantastic atmosphere will guarantee you and your guests an unforgettable night. There's no need to worry if bowling isn't for everyone in the office, we also have deluxe bars and lounges, pool tables, karaoke rooms and interactive games.
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Strike Melbourne Central, located on level 3 of the Melbourne Central shopping centre, is one of the city's best entertainment experiences.
Equipped with 10 lanes, a cosy bar, gourmet kitchen, great music and an awesome laser skirmish arena based on urban warfare within Melbourne Central Station (it even has a train inside!)
Strike Melbourne Central also has pool tables to release the inner shark, and on the weekends get on the dance floor with some of Melbourne's best DJ's.
Plus with a 280 person capacity, Strike Melbourne Central is the perfect choice for functions - be it a corporate event, buck's party, hen's night or birthday parties.
Get in touch with one of our dedicated team to help arrange your perfect night.
Wheelchair Access: Advise reception upon arrival. Wheelchair customers to enter from door next to San Churro shop in QV. Access to lanes 1-4 & 9. Int Games, Pool & Karaoke.
A magical and unique wildlife attraction open for both daytime and evening visitors.
During the daytime meet kangaroos, koalas, dingoes, colourful parrots and waterbirds and a variety of reptiles and frogs. Photo opportunities are available with a koala, while on the wallaby walk kangaroos and wallabies come to feed from your hand. There is also a native bush food garden and bush food tasting is available.
Come evenings, you can take part in an evening tours when friendly and active animals delight visitors. You will meet rarely seen quolls, bettongs and pademelons, owls and gliders, many only inches away, as well as kangaroos and koalas. A guide is on hand to give an informative and entertaining commentary. A truly different experience that Moonlit Sanctuary claim is the best way to see Australian animals.
Moonlit Sanctuary has won awards for its conservation work and visitors get an insight into this. It is also fully accredited with the Eco-Tourism Association. Daytime visitors can turn up any time between 10am and 5pm. Evening tours, which operate most nights, must be booked. Visitors using the Mornington Peninsula Attractions Pass get free admission during the day, and can upgrade for an evening visit.
Day Adult $12, child $7.50
Evening tour Adult $27, child $16
Adelaide Zoo is home to over 1800 animals and almost 300 species of exotic and native mammals, birds, reptiles and fish exhibited in magnificent botanic surroundings. Immerse yourself in the rainforest habitat under the watchful gaze of a tiger, or marvel at the Australian Sealions in action during feeding time. Visit Wang Wang and Funi, the only giant pandas in the southern hemisphere. Bookings are essential via the online booking system to secure your entry to Adelaide Zoo.
The Flinders University City Gallery presents an annual exhibition program to promote engagement with the visual arts. Exhibitions feature Australian artists, Indigenous and non-Indigenous, and often draw on the nationally significant collections held by Flinders University at Bedford Park. High quality giftware sourced from remote Aboriginal communities is available in the City Gallery Shop.
The South Bank Lifestyle Market is a hive of activity and a 'must-see experience in Brisbane.
Every Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday, the South Bank Lifestyle Market features an exciting range of arts, craft, homewares, collectibles, exotic items, designer fashion and much more. The Markets are an ideal way to find a unique gift, or simply stroll through and enjoy the atmosphere.
The Market is an excellent place to sample delicious treats, organic produce and homemade fare. Listen to our fabulous music and entertainment. With a calendar of special event markets there is always something new and different to discover.
It's the only 3 day market in Brisbane and our Moonlight Markets are a great choice on Friday evenings.
Located in the heart of South Bank, Brisbane's premier recreational and cultural destination. Combine your visit with an endless choice of other options. More shopping; cafes, restaurants and pubs; cinemas; parklands; museums; galleries; children's' activities; Streets beach and a weekly calendar of special events.
From the bays and beaches of Sydney Harbour to the outback vastness of the Murray River basin, to the islands of Fiji, Captain Cook Cruises draws on over 39 years of cruising knowledge to create unique and exciting travel experiences.
Captain Cook Cruises is a multi-award winning, family-owned, Australian 'small ship' cruise operator. Beginning with just one sightseeing cruise departure a week on Sydney Harbour, Captain Cook Cruises now offer passengers a wide variety of scheduled sightseeing, dining and accommodated cruises with over 150 departures weekly throughout Australia & Fiji, employs over 300 people and operates a fleet of 20 vessels, all of which are available for private charter.
The IMAX Theatre Sydney in Darling Harbour uses the IMAX film system, which is the largest and most exciting film format in the world.
With crystal clear images, ten times larger than the traditional cinema format the IMAX film experience draws you in with pictures so real you want to touch them, so powerful you can feel them. The giant film frames offer far greater resolution than 35mm film and all existing digital cinema projection systems (including IMAX Corporation's own digital multiplex cinema IMAX systems).
The IMAX film experience takes an image rich in clarity and definition, throws it onto the world's biggest screen and wraps the viewer in digital surround sound.
The theatre screens films in 2D and 3D for a truly breathtaking movie going experience.
Alice Springs Reptile Centre opened in January 2000 and showcases Northern Territory reptiles. More than 100 reptiles of over thirty species are exhibitied indoors and outside in naturally landscaped surrounds. The sensational saltwater crocodile exhibit opened in 2002 offering a fantastic close-up view of this mighty predator providing an amazing photo opportunity.
Come and see the unique World Butterfly Collection.
The collection also includes a variety of Moths, Beetles, Spiders, Scorpions and insects from South East Asia.
A collection for the enthusiast and curious alike.
Kart track prices are 10 mins - $30, 15 mins - $40, 20 mins - $50, 30 mins - $65, 1 hour - $110. Group discounts 10 karts x ½ hour - $600 and 10 karts x 1 hour $1,000.
No matter which time of year you visit Kakadu, there is always something to see and do. You can visit the magnificent artworks of the rock shelters at Ubirr and Nourlangie, or tour the expansive wetlands which are home to a diverse range of birdlife and aquatic animals and crocodiles. In the dry season there are many walks in the park to satisfying all levels of fitness. Take time to relax and experience the sounds, smells and sights of this ancient land.
A visit to Darwin is not complete without a visit to the world famous Katherine Gorge. Known by the aboriginal name Nitmiluk, a cruise through Katherine Gorge is just amazing. The Gorge is located in Nitmiluk National Park and is one of the most spectacular areas in the country, winding 12 km with walls more than 70m high. The 13 wonderful gorges of Nitmiluk National Park began 23 million years ago as torrents of water pouring along tiny cracks in the earth.
The Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park is jointly managed by the traditional land owners Anangu people and Parks Australia. It is a world heritage listed park featuring the world famous monolith Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas).
Get on board for a nature and adventure experience you'll never forget. Our Kangaroo Island Adventure tour offers you the chance to experience the best the island has to offer with your own personal guide and a bit of 'soft adventure' thrown in! Accommodation, all meals and entry fees are included.
Accommodation is based on dorm share upgrade to ensuite rooms available.
Tour Highlights
Ayers House is a prime example of colonial architecture and contains many important decorative features. Of major interest are the ornate painted finishes and examples of trompe l\'oeil on the walls and ceilings of all rooms, the large reception rooms designed for entertaining and the external symmetry of the house with its two matching bow windows.
Today, Ayers House Museum is managed by the National Trust of South Australia. It houses a large collection of antique furniture, silver, paintings and costume, mostly dating from the nineteenth century, and corresponding to the period of Henry Ayers\' occupancy of the house.
Disabled facilities are ground floor access only.
Ayurve Day Spa is a hidden oasis located at the Heart of the CBD.
Is has reputation for being one of the leading spas in Sydney and prides itself on providing a complete range of holistic treatments using Ayurvedic skin care and body care, as well as Dermalogica being one of our leading skin care ranges. We understand here at Ayurve Day Spa how busy and stressful one's life can be so we are happy to provide you with a little piece of TLC, to keep you feeling rejuvenated and up on your feet. Ayurve also prides itself on its extensive treatment list ranging from Manicures and Pedicures right through to Anti-wrinkle injections, Laser for Men and Women and Medical Grade Peels. Our staff come highly skilled and trained and will provide you with an professional well educated experience.
Whether you can escape for an hour, an afternoon or an entire day - a quick manicure, a soothing facial or an indulgent spa package - you will be wrapped in luxury and comfort, individual attention and professional expertise.
Tucked away from the hustle of inner-city Sydney is THASPA, an intimate beauty salon designed by an expert team of therapists especially for busy working women and men. Looking and feeling your absolute best doesn\\'t just revolve around your face. THASPA delivers quality for your entire body. Treat your body through a combination of products that are enriched with vitamins and essential oils with traditional healing techniques to address a wide range of conditions and needs.
Over the past 30 years, Sydney Opera House has worked to produce and present some of the finest national and international artists. Opera Australia has enriched our cultural life with exceptional opera over the past fifty years. One of the world's finest orchestras, Sydney Symphony gives more than 100 performances each year at Sydney Opera House.
Sydney Theatre Company produces theatre of the highest standard that consistently illuminates, entertains and challenges. One of Australia's flagship arts companies and one of the busiest ballet companies in the world. Every year this internationally renowned ensemble presents rousing performances to audiences around the world.
Welcome to Blue Sky Helicopters. Located at Sydney Airport, our mission is to bring the beauty of Sydney and its magnificent surrounds to you in safety and comfort. Experience the thrill and excitement of a helicopter flight over the world's most beautiful harbour and beyond...
Experience what Sydney Harbour Jet Boating is all about! Come along and hop onto Sydney's FASTEST Jet Boat adventure! Get ready to hold on tight in your custom bucket seats as the Thunder opens up on Sydney Harbour!!!
The 'Thunder Jet' Sydney Jet Boat will take you past the Opera House, Harbour Islands, and the exclusive suburbs of Rose Bay, Watson's Bay. Then onto Sydney Heads for a taste of ocean air! On return we'll take you past Taronga Zoo and under the Harbour Bridge, by Luna Park Sydney. With Amazing Stunts and Incredible Spins through Sydney Harbour, the Thunder Jet will be an unforgetable experience!
Get set for slides, twists, spins, power brake stops, sweeping fishtails and some really wild wave riding in the best jet boats in Sydney!
Why not try Sydney Harbour's only EXTREME ADRENALIN Jet boating ride! 45 minutes full of thrills and spills and so much more!
The crew at Thunder Jet Boat Sydney -- providing you with a wet and wild ride!
Ripple is a personalised, friendly and professional massage service that comes to you in your accommodation or home in the Tamborine, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Byron Bay and Gold Coast regions. We offer a wide range of styles of massage and beauty therapies with all the little extras that can turn a good massage into a great one. From Hot Stone, Russian, Deep Tissue and relaxing Frangipani and Blokes massages to massages for couples, girl pamper days, hens parties, men and women ... there is something here for everyone.
Full beauty services are also available including manicures, pedicures, facials, beauty packages and spray tans.
Sydney\\'s largest motorcycle touring company using HARLEY-DAVIDSON® motorcycles: this is the ultimate experience! Established in 1992, Easyrider tours is based at the centre of Sydney\\'s tour attractions - the excellent Rocks Market, which is located directly beside The Harbour Bridge and just across from the Opera House.
Easyrider has tours starting from the 15 minutes Rocks Rumble or Harbour Bridge Blitz - right through to our 2-Day Nundle Express outback adventure.
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An executive charter boat, provides a prestigious and exclusive venue for the entertainment of valued clients, family and friends; hosting corporate events, conferences and meetings; product launches or for end of year Christmas activities.
Our comprehensive fleet of charter boats offers an outstanding selection of the best super yachts, catamarans and sailing vessels available for private boat hire. Sydney Harbour is amongst the favourite Sydney attractions and a sight-seeing lunch cruise or sunset dinner cruise under the harbour bridge, past the Opera house and magnificent foreshore homes is a 'must do experience' for boating connoisseurs and land-lovers alike.
Prestige cruises offers a choice of scheduled Sydney harbour cruises and sightseeing tours which you and your guests can join for special celebrations or entertaining visiting clients, friends and family.
Rhythmboat & Sydney Harbour Cruises - Sydney Harbours Entertainment Cruise Specialist. On-Line prices from $69p/p Specialists in Sydney Harbour Cruises, Darling Harbour Lunch Cruises & Dinner Cruises, Weekly Lunch & Dinner Cruises. Entertainment Cruises Stand up Comedy, Salsa Floor Shows,Party Bands, Abba Tribute Show, Bollywood Shows & More.Perfect for Christmas Parties, Celebrations,Tourists & Couples.
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Escape the crowds with a small and friendly group as we take you on a cruise to discover the spectacular beauty of Moreton Island and its Marine Park.
Moreton Bay Marine Park is home to a variety of marine animals such as playful dolphins, huge turtles, shy dugongs and the majestic humpback whale passes through these waters from June to November.
Darwin Parachute Club has seen a varied and colourful history, from the building of the club to the many people that have made the club their home, if only for a short while. The majority of the facilities have been designed, built and decked out by club members.
The club started in the early 1960's with no running water, no power, a tin roof and packing in the dirt down near the cross strip.
After Cyclone Tracy some dongas become available and the club move to its current location, using some of the original tin to build an under cover packing area (our current bar). Facilities included the new packing area, a bunkhouse and a kitchen.
Discover the rugged beauty and convict history of Australia\'s island state of Tasmania.
Sea kayaking is the perfect way to reach Tasmania\'s pristine rugged coastline, temperate rain forests, islands, beautiful white sand beaches, viewing wildlife, and retracing the convict history of Tasmania and Australia.
Blackaby\'s sea kayaking tours range from sea kayaking on the Hobart waterfront with fish and chips or pizza, paddling around the historic ruins of Port Arthur, B & B sea kayaking tours on the Tasman Peninsula, and 7-day Gordon River Wilderness Expeditions.
Plunge into the 'Cage of Death' and swim with some of Australia's largest saltwater crocodiles! This latest attraction is perfect for those who dare to get up close and personal with these amazing prehistoric creatures. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience!
Your 'Cage of Death' experience also includes general admission to Crocosaurus Cove. After your croc encounter, feel free to explore the various attractions also on offer. Enjoy informative and educational talks, witness the daily barramundi feeding, go Fishing for Crocs or wander around the World of Crocs Museum and check out the World's largest display of Australian reptiles.
Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin's ultimate urban wildlife experience, allows visitors a unique, 360 degree, viewing experience of massive saltwater crocodiles, hatchlings and juveniles as well as being home to the "World's largest display of Australian Reptiles" and the famous "Cage of Death"
The Cage of Death is the only cage in the world that brings you face to face with some of the largest Saltwater Crocodiles in captivity!
Located in the heart of Darwin city, Crocosaurus Cove features a daily program of activities, including our twice daily big croc feed; meet the reptiles encounter and "barra" feeding in our 200,000 litre freshwater aquarium.
Remember to bring your bathers and "Swim with the Crocs" in our unique swimming area that allows you to get up close to our very active juveniles and don't miss the chance to feed these hungry juveniles as part of our latest attraction, "fishing for crocs"
Highlights include:
• Swim with Crocs pool
• Fishing for Crocs platform
• World's largest display of Australian Reptiles
• 200,000 litre aquarium with daily "barra" feeding
• World of Crocs, replica display & museum
Daily activities including, meet the reptiles, feed the crocs, bite force, feed the reptiles and more!
Open 7 days a week from 9am – 6pm, Crocosaurus Cove is Darwin's latest must see attraction.
Built in 1907-08, this building served as the town\'s gaol until 1938. Stuart Town Gaol was the town\'s first official building. Although it is architecturally simple in style, its use of local materials if of great importance. The floor plan and fittings reflect the harsh discriminatory treatment of prisoners during the time of its use. The display focus is on the history of law and order in Central Australia and the conditions under which prisoners were kept until 1938.
Set amongst the stunning MacDonnell Ranges and adjoining the Alice Springs Convention Centre, Lasseters offer a world of gaming and entertainmnet.
The international standard casino, restaurants and range of bars make Lasseters the centre of entertainment in Alice Springs.
As a destination, Central Australia evokes a strong image in the mind of many Australians, the image of the "real outback".
Located in Adelaide's historic Railway Station building, Adelaide Casino is South Australia's only casino destination and the city's most exciting gaming and entertainment venue.
Our philosophy is to provide a fun, contemporary environment with a variety of entertainment to ensure our customers have an exciting experience.
The company is the city's 10th largest employer and injects around $30 million into the State each year through the employment of over 1000 staff, as well as paying approximately $19 million annually in State taxes.
The SKYCITY Entertainment Group, based in Auckland, one of Australasia's leading gaming and entertainment companies, employing over 3,400 people in New Zealand and Australia. It is publicly listed on both the New Zealand and Australian stock exchanges. Besides Adelaide Casino, the SKYCITY group owns and operates casinos in Auckland, Darwin, Queenstown and Hamilton.


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WKU geoscience student interns at GIS international conference
- Author: Tuesday, July 16th, 2013
A WKU geoscience graduate student was selected for a scholarship to participate in the 34th Annual Environmental Systems Research Institute (Esri) International User Conference in San Diego this year. This marks the 12th year in a row that a student from the Department of Geography and Geology has been awarded the scholarship.
Luke Miles of Nashville, Tenn., was awarded the scholarship in March 2013 and is completing his master's thesis titled Remote Sensing Techniques for Terrain Analysis in Nepal. His interests in geographic information systems (GIS) are raster analysis, enterprise GIS and web mapping development. Esri selects 60 graduate and fourth-year undergraduate students from a pool of applicants for the competitive scholarships from universities and colleges throughout the United States. The scholarships require students to work half-days for a week at the conference in exchange for their conference registration, workshops, meals and lodging.
More than 15,300 attendees from 118 countries attended this year's Esri User Conference in San Diego, Calif. Esri is the largest vendor of GIS software and hosts the biggest GIS conference for GIS users to meet, share ideas and discuss the latest technologies and innovations in GIS. There were more than 900 sessions, 300 technical demonstrations, and 275 exhibitors at this year's conference.
Five of the department's former GIS students work for Esri in Redlands, Calif., and in St. Louis, including recent GIScience graduate Matt Payne, who received the Esri scholarship last year. Also attending the annual GIS User's conference was Kevin Cary, WKU's GIS Center Director.
"GIS is the dominant spatial analytical technique globally, with business, planning, transportation, resource, military and exploration applications," noted Dr. David Keeling, head of WKU's Department of Geography and Geology. "Congratulations to our GIS teaching team of Kevin Cary, GISP, Dr. Katie Algeo, Dr. Jun Yan, Amy Nemon and Scott Dobler who offer a very high level of instruction. The department plans to offer a GIS-focused Master's in Professional Studies starting in 2014-15 to meet the growing needs of business and industry."
For information about applying for an Esri student assistantship, or about GIS, WKU's GIS programs and GIS applications in business and industry, contact Kevin Cary in WKU's Center for GIS at (270) 745-2981 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Contact: Kevin Cary, (270) 745-2981.
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Adoption event focusing on pit bulls
Walker, Mich. (WZZM) - A breed of dog that has a bad reputation is the focus of an adoption event this weekend.
Saturday, the Humane Society of West Michigan is holding a day called Luv-a-Bull.
The goal is to find new homes for some of the pit bulls the center is caring for.
"All of our dogs will be reduced to 75-dollar adoption fees," said Nicole Cook with the Humane Society of West Michigan. "So we hope to find lots of dogs new homes."
The Luv-a-Bull event is Saturday from 10:30 to 4:00 at the humane society on Wilson Drive.
The event also includes education seminars for pet owners.


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5 Quick Facts About the Sochi Olympics This Week
SOCHI, Russia (AP) — Fast Five, Tuesday edition: Five things you'll want to know about the 2014 Winter Olympics.
PUSSY RIOT MEMBERS DETAINED: A member of the punk group Pussy Riot said she and one her bandmates were detained Tuesday while walking in downtown Sochi. A tweet from Nadezhda Tolokonnikova said she and Maria Alekhina were stopped and accused of a crime. A third member of the loosely organized group also was detained, she tweeted.
SOUTH KOREA WINS IN SHORT TRACK: South Korea won the women's Olympic short track 3,000-meter relay, passing China on the last lap. The team of Cho Ha-ri, Kim Alang, Park Seung-hi and Shim Suk-hee crossed the finish line first in the 27-lap race.
WOMEN'S HOCKEY TO STAY: There is no danger of women's hockey being dropped from the Olympics, the head of ice hockey's international governing body said. IIHF President Rene Fasel said he can guarantee that will never happen. Women's hockey has faced criticism because it is dominated by the United States and Canada, which play in the gold medal game Thursday.
MANCUSO IN 2018?: Julia Mancuso is leaving the door more than open for a 2018 Winter Olympics run in PyeongChang. The 29-year-old four-time medal winner said after failing to finish a giant slalom qualifying run on Tuesday that being in Sochi makes her want to compete again in four years.
MEDAL MOVERS: Belarus picked up two gold medals on Monday to be Sochi's biggest medal mover of the day, moving to seventh in the overall medal standings after 60 events. A total of 12 countries won medals in five events Monday, with seven events scheduled Tuesday.


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Institute for War and Peace Reporting | Giving Voice, Driving Change
Karadzic the "Good Democrat"
Vladislav Jovanovic, defence witness for former Bosnian Serb president Karadzic. (Photo: ICTY)
The trial of Radovan Karadzic continued this week with testimony from former Yugoslav foreign minister Vladislav Jovanovic, who told the court that the defendant was "a good democrat" who wanted to have positive relations with Bosnian Muslims (or Bosniaks) and Croats.
Jovanovic, now 79, was foreign minister of Yugoslavia between July 1991 and August 1995, after which he was appointed head of the diplomatic mission to the United Nations, of which Yugoslavia was not a full member at the time. He stepped down in 2000 and has since been living in retirement.
Jovanovic has already appeared as a defence witness in The Hague, at the 2005 trial of former Serbian president Slobodan Milosevic. Milosevic died in 2006 before his trial was completed.
This week, Jovanovic testified as a defence witness for former Bosnian Serb president Karadzic, who is accused of having "planned, instigated, ordered and/or aided and abetted persecutions on political and religious grounds against Bosnian Muslims and Croats" during Bosnia's 1992-95 war.
At the beginning of his testimony, the witness told the court that in the early Nineties there were "forces in action which were clearly opposed to Yugoslavia continuing its existence".
He said Germany and the Vatican, in particular, were responsible for the break-up of Yugoslavia. Such states also contributed "massively to the violation of international law" by recognising "mere administrative units" like Bosnia and Hercegovina as independent countries.
"All they [the West] cared about was breaking up Yugoslavia into little bits and pieces," he added.
Jovanovic said that as a lawyer, he was competent to comment on the right to self-determination, which he said was a "basic principle of the Yugoslav constitution", but which in his opinion was denied to the ethnic Serbs living in both Croatia and Bosnia.
At the time, he said, Serbia was insisting that all the peoples of the former Yugoslavia had an equal right to self-determination. The late Milosevic, he said, was a "champion of the fight for equality and freedom of Serbs, both of which were severely hindered by the war".
"Serbia, for its part, accepted all peace plans, as all our government cared about was peace and a solution which would please all three sides – the Serbs, the Muslims and the Croats," the witness said.
He told the court that the pursuit of a "Greater Serbia" was not part of Serbia's policies. According to the witness, the whole concept was a "propaganda instrument which was invented by those opposed to Serbia, and Serbs in general".
"Propaganda was an important tool, and Serbs were always blamed for bad things that allegedly happened during the war," Jovanovic said.
When Karadzic, who represents himself in court, asked the witness to be more specific on this point, Jovanovic said he was referring to several massacres which took place in Sarajevo in 1992-95. To illustrate his claims, he said that the UN Secretary General's special envoy at the time, Yasushi Akashi, gave an interview to a German newspaper saying that Serbs were not responsible for the 1992 incident in the city's Vase Miskina street known as the "bread-queue massacre", which left 26 people dead and more than 100 injured.
Jovanovic insisted that there was no ethnic cleansing in Bosnia during the war, and that the movement of people from one part of the country to another was "a natural consequence of the war".
The witness also spoke about the wartime relationship between Serbia and Republika Srpska – the Serb entity in Bosnia which Karadzic headed. Relations, he said, were "dynamic, and not necessarily cordial".
He said Karadzic and Milosevic were two completely different personalities – the former "a liberal spirit advocating democracy without reserve", while the latter's view of democracy "included some caveats".
Karadzic, he went on, was "a good democrat who had a progressive relationship with Muslims and Croats and had a very tolerant approach, which they didn't seem to embrace".
During the cross-examination, prosecutor Alain Tieger cited statements that Jovanovic made during the Milosevic trial in 2005. At that time, Jovanovic claimed that the Bosnian Serb leadership, including Karadzic, was acting "ridiculously" and was "rightfully accused of the various crimes, which led Milosevic to scorn and criticise them very often".
Jovanovic seemed to be caught off-guard when confronted with this statement, but then he said he still "stood by what [he] said" at Milosevic trial.
However, this week he said that even in 2005, he had doubts about whether he and Milosevic had known the whole truth, since Karadzic had always claimed that "some irresponsible groups and individuals" were shelling Sarajevo and committing crimes elsewhere.
Tieger also confronted Jovanovic with quoted remarks in which Karadzic spoke about "the unification of all Serb people and unification with Serbia", seen as a clear indication of a Greater Serbia ideology.
To this, Jovanovic replied that Karadzic was an impulsive figure prone to making statements "which reflected his spirit", but which did not reflect the actual position of either Serbia or Republika Srpska.
The trial continues next week.
Velma Saric is an IWPR-trained reporter in Sarajevo.
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