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Gardaí have confirmed the investigation into the murder of Detective Garda Adrian Donohoe over seven years ago still remains live after the conviction of a 29-year-old Armagh man on 12 August 2020.
Detective Garda Donohoe was shot dead during a robbery at the Lordship Credit Union, in Bellurgan, near Dundalk, Co Louth on 25 January 2013.
Aaron Brady had denied being involved in the robbery and the shooting during his trial at the Central Criminal Court in Dublin. He had claimed he was laundering diesel in Armagh on the night in question.
Over 11 and 12 August 2020, Aaron Brady was found guilty not only of the capital murder of the Detective Garda, but also of the robbery at the credit union.
It is understood his sentence hearing has been scheduled for 14 October.
'Tenacity' of Garda investigation
Outside the court, Colm Donohoe, the brother of the deceased Garda, said Aaron Brady 'was not alone in Lordship on the 25 January 2013'.
"The quest for justice for Adrian will continue and we appeal to anyone, near or far, who has any information and may assist in this investigation to come forward and do the right thing to bring those involved to justice," he said.
Following the conviction, Garda Deputy Commissioner John Twomey, Assistant Commissioner Barry O'Brien and Chief Superintendent Christopher Mangan gave a media briefing outside Garda Headquarters.
They said the conviction of Aaron Brady 'demonstrates the commitment and tenacity' of the investigation team based at Dundalk Garda Station supported by the wider Garda organisation.
"This criminal investigation remains live as other suspects remain to be brought to justice before the courts. Very much today our thoughts are primarily with Adrian Donohoes family. We in An Garda Síochána will continue to support the family, and the friends and colleagues of Adrian within the wider organisation."
Minister for Justice & Equality, Helen McEntee commended An Garda Síochána and said their investigation was 'determined, persistent and painstaking'.
The Minister said there was 'crucial cooperation' from the PSNI and law enforcement partners in the United States.
"My hope, now that a person has been brought to justice for an unspeakably callous act committed against a decent and honourable Garda, working in the course of his duty to protect his community, is that this can bring some element of comfort to Detective Garda Adrian Donohoe's wife and family, his many friends and loyal colleagues."
-Minister for Justice & Equality, Helen McEntee TD
The Minister concluded that the investigation will continue relentlessly so that others responsible for the dreadful events that night may also be brought to justice.
An Garda Síochána has appealed to anyone with any information with respect to the murder of Detective Garda Adrian Donohoe to come forwarded to detectives with that information. The investigation team can be contacted at at Dundalk Garda Station 042-9388400 the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.
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Particulate matter (PM) air quality in Europe has improved substantially over the past decades, but it still poses a significant threat to human health. Accurate regional scale maps of PM10 concentrations are needed for monitoring progress in mitigation strategies and monitoring compliance with statutory limit values. Chemistry transport models (CTM) use emission databases and simulate the transport and deposition of pollutants. They deliver such maps but are known to be inaccurate. A promising approach is to use geostatistics to model the relationship between the in situ observations and the CTM. This has been shown to be more accurate than using either observations or CTM's alone. This paper presents a spatially varying coefficients (SVC) geostatistical model as an extension of the standard spatially varying intercept (SVI) geostatistical model. SVC allowed the regression coefficient to vary spatially according to a covariance function, the parameters of which were estimated from the data. It was built as a Bayesian hierarchical model and implemented using Markov chain Monte Carlo. The procedure was applied to Airbase PM10 observations and LOTOS-EUROS simulated PM10 for central, southern and eastern Europe. Model-fit diagnostics showed that SVC delivered a better fit to the data than SVI. Mapping the spatially varying coefficients allowed identification of the locations where the CTM performed well or poorly. This could be used for objective CTM evaluation purposes. The posterior predictive simulations were also used to map median PM10 concentrations as well as the probability of exceeding the 50 μg m−3 EU daily PM10 concentration threshold. Although posterior median prediction accuracy was similar for SVI and SVC, SVC better modelled the process and yielded narrower credible intervals. As such, SVC was more appropriate for quantifying uncertainty and for mapping threshold exceedances. The resulting maps may be used to guide air quality assessment and mitigation strategies, including those related to health impacts
Original language | English |
Pages (from-to) | 393-405 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Atmospheric environment |
Volume | 102 |
Early online date | 22 Nov 2014 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Feb 2015 |
- Geostatistics
- Model evaluation
- Spatially varying coefficient (SVC)
- 2024 OA procedure

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Title: Hypnotica
Label: Lion Music
Year of Release: 2001/2004
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This can really only appeal to those into the old school of heavy metal... I would say Empire is more hard rock oriented though. Anyways I'd suggest you listen first before buying this CD.
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Alexander Wang and Bvlgari have come together to release a capsule collection of the latter's Serpenti bag with a twist.
"The tote comes in two sizes, S & L. Only S is available in galuchat (stingray)."
One is an American designer known for his edgy, monochromatic downtown New York aesthetic. The other, a storied Italian jeweller with an iconic bag that's an extension of its heritage – bold, classy and luxurious. The unexpected yet brilliant partnership sees Alexander Wang adding a youthful twist to Bvlgari's classic Serpenti bags.
Their opposite worlds collide to give form to a series of limited-edition bags with double and triple flaps, plus a few new iterations such as a tote and a boxy minaudiere.
All versions, except the satchel, will be available at #01-03 Ion Orchard and #B1-35/36 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands. From $2,440. – ST
1 The minaudiere is available only in black calf leather.
2-4 This can be carried by its detachable top handle or worn with the straps as a cross-body or belt bag, making it very versatile. The calf leather comes in white, black and mint green.
5&6 The difference between the shoulder bag with double (6) and triple flaps (5): two versus three of Bvlgari's iconic serpent heads as bag closures.
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Electronic Voting Devices
Hardware and Accessories for Your E-Voting System
What Does My E-Voting System Include
Each Meridia electronic voting system comes with:
How easy is it to vote with the clickers/keypads?
As easy as 1…
You read that right – there's no -2 or -3. The hand-held voting clickers require only a single button press to submit a vote. Voting with clickers is simple and requires no training – just like hand, voice, or paper voting methods, but with an instant total count and permanent record.
After a vote has been submitted, the display screen of the device will show the vote and then the letters "OK" to confirm that the vote has been counted by the system.
"The use of an electronic voting system helps us process the full markup votes among the 50+ members — accurately — in less than two minutes. By comparison, it used to take us 10 minutes to vote on a single item."
– Nancy Locke, Chief Clerk at Committee on Natural Resources
Can I split my audience into multiple rooms?
Let us know if you need to split the voters into two, three or more rooms for safety and social distancing. Our system will collect the votes from all rooms simultaneously and provide complete voting results as if everyone was sitting in the same room.
Keep in mind, you'll have to provide audio and possibly video to these rooms, as well.
How do I Show the Results to My Audience?
Depends on the voting app you're using.
You can show the results in a completely anonymous graphical way (e.g., chart) inside a PowerPoint slideshow, or display a Voting Grid used in Visual Vote Confirmation workflow, which is one of the most secure ways to vote.
Learn more about the software we bundle with the system.
How big a room will the system work in?
Meridia's electronic voting system works great in small and large rooms.
The coverage of a single receiver is 600-800 square feet (a football field is 300 feet long). If you have a larger room, multiple receivers can be used to achieve complete coverage.
How does the system send and receive votes?
Secure. Proprietary. 2.4GHz Radio Frequency.
The voting devices use up to 32 channels on a 2.4GHz radio frequency (RF). The votes travel from the keypads to a USB receiver (base, or antenna).
We sell an offline, closed-circuit, short-range RF voting system that never needs internet to work with the desktop software and the clickers except for the initial download, installation and activation.
When the receiver collects the vote, it sends a confirmation back to the keypad letting the device and the voter know that it has been received. As the receiver collects the votes, it then passes them to the computer and software it is connected to.
Learn more about the security of our communications protocol (PDF link)
How are the voting devices powered?
Inexpensive, replaceable batteries.
Our clickers use the CR 2032 coin-cell as their power source.
When you order a system from us, the batteries are included with the purchase. The average battery life is 6mo – 1 year, depending on use. Heavy use will be shorter, light use will yield longer battery life.
We recommend buying the batteries in bulk, because the retail packaging has a high per battery cost, is child-proof (you'll need a knife or scissors to open it), and only comes in small quantities.
Do I have to point my voting device at the screen for it to work?
No. The voting clickers do not require "line of sight" to work.
The RF communication will transmit the votes around chairs, tables, or the persons in front of you. Depending on the material density, the RF signal will go through walls within the receiver's communication range. Be sure to read the section "Can two or more e-voting systems work next to each other?" below.
Can I change my vote after it has been received?
Yes. Your vote can be changed as long as the voting window is still open.
To change your vote, simply vote again and the system will register the last vote you placed. Each time you vote, your newest selected option will be displayed on the screen and the "OK" will confirm that the vote has been received.
Does the system require internet, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth to function?
For security purposes, the voting system is completely isolated from the internet.
After the voting software has been installed and activated (the one time you'll need internet), it operates locally on a closed RF network.
Is the voting system secure?
Yes. Security is the first and last thing we think about.
We maintain security via multiple layers of assurances:
- Go ahead, turn on the Airplane Mode. Our software works offline when using the clickers.
- Our clickers can be configured to only work with a single receiver. Any other keypad or receiver will be ignored.
- We can further restrict who gets to vote by creating a Participant List, which allows you to specifically turn on/off a single keypad if needed.
- As mentioned in our Wireless Protocol Security Statement – the RF communication protocol works only in short-range, and is close-ended, proprietary and secured by multiple layers of data checks.
- The base receiver (antenna) is a memory-less USB 'stick' that cannot store any data, thus it cannot be used to upload any malicious code to your computer/network.
Can two or more e-voting systems work next to each other?
Yes. We can program the keypads for you to be in "Free Match" or "Fixed Match" mode.
Free Match mode means that any keypad will work with any base receiver. This allows for easy replacement, borrowing keypads, or splitting a system into two independent ones (with an extra receiver) when using them in separate locations.
Fixed Match is necessary when two or more systems are expected to operate within each other's communications range. In Fixed Match mode, each receiver is 'matched' or 'paired' with a specific number of keypads and only those will work in the vicinity of the receiver.
Why do you offer more then one voting device?
How do I choose the right one for my needs?
We offer different types of voting devices to meet the diverse needs of organizations.
Some groups need only simple Yes/No/Abstain voting while others have more complex needs. Please check out the chart below to choose the clicker that is best for you.
Don't hesitate to contact us to help you decide.


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Zoya Lott Gossip Girl 2021 Whitney Peak Pink Sherpa Jacket
Gossip Girl, a direct sequel to Gossip Girl (2007 – 2012) is set to be released on 8th July 2021. The series is developed by Joshua Safran and is executively produced by Stephanie Savage and Josh Schwartz. It will be narrated by Kristen Bell. The series stars Emily Alyn Lind, Eli Brown, Whitney Peak, and Jordan Alexander. The series is set after almost a decade of when the original series ended, focusing on a new cast of Manhattan high schoolers and how social media has changed in these years.
The character of Zoya Lott is played by Whitney Peak in the series. Gossip Girl 2021 Whitney Peak Sherpa Jacket has embraced her with a casual yet absolute mesmerizing look in the series. The jacket is constructed from Sherpa along with a shearling lining on the inside. The classic shirt style collar, front buttoned closure, long sleeves, buttoned cuffs, two slant waist pockets, and two buttoned pockets are the features to admire.


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There are financial planners -- and then there are financial planners with the expertise to help families with special-needs children.
If a planner is a generalist -- "just a money guy -- you may not get a solution there," says Michael Kresh, a certified financial planner in Islandia, N.Y., who says about 10 percent of his clients have at least one child who may require long-term care.
In some cases a condition that can run in families may be diagnosed later in life, and parents can plan now for that possibility with their child, he says.
Parents should leave nothing to chance, experts say. So, when looking for a planner with special-needs expertise, ask for referrals from other parents you know.
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What is Google's B2B Targeting Beta?
Maxed out on LinkedIn? Don't find success on Facebook with get your B2B ads. There is a new, or maybe old, kid on the block doing B2B marketing. We call them Google and they are testing out a new option to target B2B audiences on the ad platform.
Lets talk about B2B marketing and where to go if you have maxed out LinkedIn and are not finding great success on Facebook. After more than 12 years in this industry, it's great to finally see Google acknowledge B2B marketings and try to create a set of features and targeting options for them.
Even though I have been doing B2B marketing on Google for the better part of the last decade, it has not always been easy to promote a B2B product or service on the platform. There have been a few reasons for this:
- Hard to separate consumer vs business searches when they use similar words to buy a single item or do a bulk order. People don't always include wholesale or bulk order in their search
- No B2B audiences within Google Analytics that you can target. We have affinity, in-market, and interest targeting on Google, but no such equivalent exists for those in B2B
- Even if the two items above didn't exist, there has never been a way to say you want SMB B2B brands vs enterprise when targeting your ads online
These are just a few of the issues marketers have faced over the years. Now, Google's new B2B options are not going to change things overnight, but we certainly are moving in the right direction. Just be aware that a beta feature means that Google can remove it tomorrow or do a 180 and change how this feature works if they want to.
One thing to note is how Google places people in different boxes. They say it's through a combination of surveys run on YouTube (& other platforms), signals based off Google Maps, Shopping, Google.com and lastly good old machine learning. As with all data, take it with a grain of salt.
B2B Targeting Options
Similar to Bing's LinkedIn Profile Targeting, you are only able to target by a few options. Let's look at each targeting option and see what's under the hood.
Company Size
- Small (1-249 employees)
- Medium (250 – 999 employees)
- Large (1000 – 10000 employees)
- Very Large (10000+ employees)
Sadly company size is very broad and does not give you the same level of granularity that we have come to expect from LinkedIn, which has 7 tiers to their company size targeting:
LinkedIn Company Size
- 1-10
- 11-50
- 51-200
- 201-500
- 501-1,000
- 1,001-5,000
- 5,000+
This level of tight target means you can really go after the size of SMBs that you want and make sure you are not wasting spend targeting a brand that is too big or too small for your services. I imagine the reason LinedIn can do this over Google is that they have a better data set when it comes to company size and where you work. LinkedIn is the social network for work.
Moving over to industry does continue the trend of Google only slightly opening the door for B2B marketers. We have 8 industries to pick from the list below.
- Construction
- Financial
- Hospitality
- Real Estate
- Education
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- Technology
How To Access B2B Targeting Within Google Ads
Once you are accepted into the beta, using the targeting options above is as easy as picking audience targeting for a search campaign.
- Pick a campaign you want to use B2B targeting
- Navigate to Audiences
- Click on Pencil in the blue circle
- Hit Browse
- Click on Who they are (Detailed Demographics)
- Click on Employment
- This is where you will find Industry and Company Size targeting
- Pick your targeting combination
- Click on Save to finish adding it to your campaign
If you are just starting out, I would look at picking a tight target by going with one industry and with 1 or 2 company size options. The reason for this is to not have Google go crazy on your budget and waste spend in the early days.
Always make sure your ads match the audience you are targeting and make sure you send them to the right page on your site. As always, this is a beta feature and it can change without notice. It's all very exciting but that is it for this week. See you next time.


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Feel the positive spiritual energy in the foothills of the Himalayas in quest of healing, soul connections, and mind purification. Dare I say the spiritual head of North India, Rishikesh, will broaden your spiritual and wellness travel experiences. So scroll on and get under the skin of India's one of the seven holy cities.
As the sun is for the universe and the air is for humanity, in the same way, Yoga is for Rishikesh. Unofficially but strongly earned the title of the Yoga Capital of India, Rishikesh is bisected by the holy Ganges in the foothills of the Himalayas. Also, Rishikesh is a stop for holy men and pilgrims heading to Himalayas Char Dham Yatra. As a result, places to visit in Rishikesh by themselves personify as a 'must visit.'
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What is Special About Tourist Attractions in Rishikesh?
Rishikesh is the holy lifeline of Hinduism in India. Even more, a bit like Banff in Canada is felt at tourist attractions in Rishikesh. Imagine yourself clicking holy cow and orange-robed sadhu pics at sacred ghats. Harnessing the yoga power at the ashram and camping on the Ganges bed after a white water rafting experience. Rishikesh makes it a perfect place to broaden your mind with mindful practices of yoga, meditation, Ayurveda. Unknown to many, the preeminent band – Beatles visited Rishikesh.
How Beatles Made Rishikesh Attractions Famous?
The raw truth is; the legacy of spiritual enlightenment in Rishikesh dates back millennia of centuries ago! Additionally, The Beatles (Legendary British Rock Band) visit to Rishikesh made it famous beyond the Indian borders. This preeminent band visited the Ashram of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in 1968. As a result, suddenly, Rishikesh welcomed upscale travelers, hippies, and counter-culture people. Yoga students, digital nomads, and adventure traveler.
14 Best Attractions to Visit in Rishikesh to Nourish Your Mind, Body, Soul
Jump at the attractions to visit in Rishikesh directly by clicking the place name. Or take your full time to find out where you can make a commitment to healing. Even more, this list covers most of the sights and spots associated with adventure (white water rafting, bungee jumping), Ganges Aarti (Ghats), temple hopping, and much more! So just put on your reading glasses and thank me later!
- Lakshman Jhula – A Bridge Honored on the Name of Lakshmana
- Triveni Ghat – See the Confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati
- The Beatles Ashram – Where Beatles Composed Dozens of Songs
- Tera Manzil Temple – A Multi-Story Temple on the Ganges Bed
- Ram Jhula: Another Suspension Bridge Erected Over the Ganges
- Kaudiyala – The Birthplace of White Water Rafting in India
- Neelkanth Mahadev Temple – Bow Down at the Phallic Form of Shiva Lingam Inside the Sanctum
- Rishikund – An Ancient Bathing Place for Rishis and Munis
- Jumpin Heights – India's Highest Bungee Jumping Spot
- Vashishta Gufa – Meditate Amidst the Aromatic Burning Incense Sticks
- Geeta Bhawan – Where Devotees Can Stay Without Paying A Penny
- Neer Garh Waterfall – One of the Best Waterfall Treks in Rishikesh
- Shivpuri – Enjoy the Grade 3,4 Rapids of the Ganges on Rafting Excursion
- Kunjapuri Temple – A Temple Trek to Witness Himalayas and Doon Valley Views
1. Lakshman Jhula – A Bridge Honored on the Name of Lakshmana
Walk on the bridge that was supposedly used by the Lord Laxmana to cross the Ganges. Laxman Jhula is a 450 ft height iron suspension bridge over the Ganges that connects two hamlets – Tapovan and Jonk. The former village is in Tehri Garhwal district (west bank of the Ganges), while the latter is in Pauri Garhwal (east bank of the Ganges).
Laxman Jhula is one of the best places to visit in Rishikesh on a one day trip because of its proximity to the Rishikesh Railway Station. Its total length is 137 m. While you walk at it, enjoy the impressive views of the Ganges below.
- Distance from Rishikesh Railway Station: 5.8 kilometers (approx.)
- Visiting Hours: 24*7
2. Triveni Ghat – See the Confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati
Triveni Ghat is the biggest, most visited, and hence, the famous ghats of Rishikesh alongside the Ganges. Dusk (morning) and dawn (evening) Ganga Maha Aarti are very famous at this pious site. Even more, the sight of floating lamps lit by oil diyas and priests performing the aarti in circular motion is a sight to behold when you are here.
All these factors make Triveni Ghat one of the must-visit tourist attractions in Rishikesh. Moreover, Triveni Ghat's surroundings are dotted with various Dharamshala, an ashram for a stay without breaking the banks.
- Dawn and Dusk Aarti Timings at Triveni Ghat: 6 PM evening aarti (15 min)
- Hotels, Dharamshala Around Triveni Ghat: Aggarwal Dharamshala, New Kalikamli Dharamshala
3. The Beatles Ashram – Where Beatles Composed Dozens of Songs
Professed as 84 Kutiya or Chaurasi Kutia, the Beatles Ashram is a golden goose of Rishikesh tourism and was once the ashram of late Guru Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. It is now abandoned in ruins, but still, the hype of visiting it never goes out of fashion. Subsequently, the English Rock Band – Beatles visited this ashram in Rishikesh in 1968 to attend the transcendental meditation.
At the same time, the lush green surroundings triggered the Beatles to compose over 50 songs throughout their stay. The Beatles Ashram is under the Rajaji National Reserve, and hence, visitors need to buy an entry ticket. There is a canteen inside the ashram which serves snacks. Undoubtedly, the Beatles Ashram is a mecca for die heart Beatles fans.
- Admission (Entry Price): INR 150 for Indians, INR 600 for foreigners
- Visiting Hours: 10 AM – 4 PM
- Ideal Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
- Nearby Locations: 1 km Ram Jhula, 3 km Laxman Jhula
4. Tera Manzil Temple – A Multi-Story Temple on the Ganges Bed
Tera translates to 13 and mazil render to floors. Hence, Tera Manzil Temple constitutes a large thirteen-story temple dedicated to the multi deities. The temple bills itself as one of the best places to visit in the eastern banks of the Ganges in Rishikesh. Its proximity to the Laxman Jhula attracts tourists and locals alike.
Even more, the different sections of the temples comprise Vedic work, and shops are present to buy religious souvenirs. One must visit this temple to witness the stunning sunset. You need to cross the Laxman Bridge to reach the Tera Manzil Temple. Moreover, buckle up enough time because the 13 floors of the temples demand an expedition if you are a first-time traveler to Rishikesh.
- Distance from the Laxman Jhula: Just cross the Laxman Bridge to reach Tera Manzil Temple
- Visiting Hours: 6 AM – 6 PM
5. Ram Jhula: Another Suspension Bridge Erected Over the Ganges
Although commissioned by the name of Lord Rama, this suspension bridge has no relevance to history and mythology. Unlike Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula is new construction in Rishikesh to boost tourism relevant to the other suspension bridge.
Both the Ramayana brothers are located close to each other. If you wanna see Ganga Aarti from the heights to skip the crowded ghats., Ram Jhula is one of the top attractions in Rishikesh in the evening.
- Distance from Ram Jhula: 2 kilometers (approx.)
- Visiting Hours: 24*7
6. Kaudiyala – The Birthplace of White Water Rafting in India
Located on the stretch of the holy river Ganges, Kaudiyala is one of the best white water rafting zones in Rishikesh. It falls on Rishikesh Badrinath Highway and is touted as one of the travel spots in Rishikesh where white water rafting was started for the first time. Kaudiyala is an idyllic small hamlet outside main Rishikesh and is dotted with several camping beds alongside the banks of the Ganges.
However, the stretch of Kaudiyala is roughly 36 kilometers, but its waters have acquired 4+ rapid. Consequently, the thick foliage of nature around the Kaudiyala village beacons nature lovers to embark on jungle treks and various other activities like rock climbing.
- Best Time for Rafting Here: September to June
- Average Age Limit for Rafters: 20-35 years
- Distance from Rishikesh City Center: 40 kilometers (approx.) outside Rishikesh
7. Neelkanth Mahadev Temple – Bow Down at the Phallic Form of Shiva Lingam Inside the Sanctum
As the name suggests, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is dedicated to the aspect of Lord Shiva – Neelkanth. Ideally, this temple is not located in Rishikesh's main town but a little outside it. But still, Lord Shiva devotees count Neelkanth Mahadev Temple as one of the best religious attractions in and around Rishikesh. Thanks to its spiritual aura and the mindblowing Dravidian architecture.
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is a hillock temple at the height of 1,330 m (approx.). Hence, one needs to walk upward for 800-900 m (approx.) to reach the temple from the parking point. When you reach the temple's top, seek blessings and admire the lush green views of the three valleys Manikoot, Brahmakoot, and Vishnukoot, hugging the temple.
- Distance from Rishikesh: 29 kilometers (approx.)
- Visiting Hours: 9 AM – 5 PM
8. Rishikund – An Ancient Bathing Place for Rishis and Munis
Rishikund is synonymous with the ancient bathing place for the enlightenment experts Rishis and Munis. It is nestled inside the premises of the Raghunath Temple close to Triveni Ghat. The 'Pond of Sages' is a sacred bathing kund (hot water spring) and is known to cure skin diseases. To take a holy plunge into the pond (without shoes), 10 steps are present on all four sides of the pond.
- Distance from Triveni Ghat: 4 kilometers (approx.)
- Visiting Hours: 5 AM – 9 PM
9. Jumpin Heights – India's Highest Bungee Jumping Spot
Are you seeking to see some out-of-the-box places to visit around Rishikesh's main town? Look no further than Mohan Chatti Village, close to Rishikesh. It is a picturesque hamlet and earned famed because of the bungee jumping spot. The whole experience is performed under the supervision of the trained experts from New Zealand and Australia alongside the ex-Army officers.
You will enjoy the leap of faith for a few seconds and can ask for the video with or without audio. Plus, when you conclude the jump, acknowledge the badge of honor.
- Video Without Audio Price: INR 900 (approx.)
- Distance from Rishikesh: 25 kilometers (approx.)
10. Vashishta Gufa – Meditate Amidst the Aromatic Burning Incense Sticks
Snuggled in the presence of Gular trees and the mighty Ganges alongside it, Vashishta Gufa is one of the best places to visit near Rishikesh. However, many tourists think it's in Rishikesh because of its proximity to the main town. But it's not!
Well, the USP of Vashishta Gufa is its calmness where you can meditate, leaving the worldly trouble behind to focus on spiritual enlightenment. At the starting of the cave, there is a Shivalingam inclined vertically.
- Visiting Hours: 9 AM – 12 PM, 3 PM – 6 PM
- Distance from Rishikesh: 25 kilometers (approx.)
11. Geeta Bhawan – Where Devotees Can Stay Without Paying A Penny
How about staying in Rishikesh without shedding any penny? Yes! That's possible. Geeta Bhawan on the east bank of the sacred Ganges is one of the places in Rishikesh that offers roughly 1,000 devotees a roof to stay. This spot is just 5 minutes walking distance from Ram Jhula. Moreover, bathing at Geeta Bhawan Ghat is safer than raw river banks. Visit the main complex of the Geeta Bhawan, followed by the Gita Press book, to see a large collection of Hindu religious books.
Keep in mind that Geeta Bhawan is a no photography zone, and one can see the Raam Naam Stamb temple built by the Geeta Bhawan trust and management. There is one canteen also that serves lip-smacking Kachori at a reasonable price. If you wonder if Geeta Bhawan has separate sections to stay for men and women, yes, it has! So plan a Rishikesh trip with your friends even if you are broke on cash.
- Visiting Hours: 8:30 AM – 10 PM
- Distance from Rishikesh Railway Station: 14 kilometers/35 minutes (approx.)
12. Neer Garh Waterfall – One of the Best Waterfall Treks in Rishikesh
Don't you think waterfalls are nature's waterslides? If you are shaking your head in agreement, an easy waterfall trek in Rishikesh awaits you! Embark on a Neer Garh Waterfall that cascades down a rocky terrain from the chest of the lush green dense forest. Locals call it Neer Gaddu because of its jade blue watercolors. It is a two-tier waterfall that has two bathing pools (small and big). At first, you will come across a small waterfall after 200 m (approx.) trek from the road. Afterward, continue towards 1.2 km (approx.) to arrive at the bigger natural pool.
The best thing about visiting Neer Garh Waterfall is it is an Instagrammable attraction of Rishikesh. There are herds of colorful butterflies roaming around the jade-green waters and lush green foliage. Surrounding the falls are small tea/snack shops. Keep in mind that you must wear good hiking shoes, not slippers. Even more, little tourists can see this steep hike easily without any strong endurance.
- Neer Garh Waterfall Trek Starts from: 3 kilometers away from Lakshman Jhula on Shivpuri Road.
- Time Taken for Steep Hike Trek: 30-45 minutes (approx.)
- Entry Fee (approx.): 30 INR for locals and INR 50 for foreigners
13. Shivpuri – Enjoy the Grade 3,4 Rapids of the Ganges on Rafting Excursion
Shivpuri is a town in Rishikesh which is very famous for its riverside camps on the banks of the Ganges. Moreover, Shivpuri is one of the famous rafting stretches that go till Laxman Jhula. Through the rafting adventure, adrenaline will hit you with grade 3,4 rapids of the Ganges. However, one must have a knack for rafting and adventure because the grades of Shivpuri are a little bit tough. Subsequently, the rafting activity at Shivpuri to Laxman Jhula stretch is performed under the supervision of trained experts.
All you have to do is wear the life jackets and sit on the boating raft. At the same time, camping on the banks of the Ganges over a bonfire with the musical night is the icing on the cake. Several ashrams are scattered around Shivpuri, where you can stretch, tone, purify your mind, body, and soul with meditation and yoga practices.
- Rafting Stretch of Shivpuri to Laxman Jhula: 16 kilometers (approx.)
- Time Taken for the Same Activity: 3 hours (approx.)
- Age for Rafting at Shivpuri: Above 14 years
- Rafting Cost at Shivpuri (approx.): INR 1,800 onwards per person with accommodation, INR 650 per person excluding accommodation
- Best Time for Rafting at Shivpuri Stretch: Mid October to mid-June
14. Kunjapuri Temple – A Temple Trek to Witness Himalayas and Doon Valley Views
Touted as one of the 51 revered Shakti Peethas of Goddess Shakti in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayas, Kunjapuri Temple is a hillock temple at an elevation of 1,700 m (approx.). Thus, around 250 steps are required to reach the temple top. Once you reach the temple's summit, seek blessings inside the temple complex and witness the Doon Valley and the snow-capped Himalayas.
- Visiting Hours: 6 AM – 8 PM
- Distance from Rishikesh Railway Station: 26 kilometers/50 minutes
Wrapping Up
So, fellow travelers, isn't Rishikesh one of the best places to visit in North India for mindfulness and wellness travel experiences? This destination on the foothills of the Himalayas is the slice of the real North India with a bit of enlightenment and overwhelming spiritual energy. When you are in the town, meet the community of the reputed yoga gurus and spiritual leaders. As a result, you will definitely broaden your mind.
Tell Me Something I Don't Know About Rishikesh Travel and Tourism
Rishikesh is a Heaven for Digital Nomads Since Early '70s
You would be stunned to know that international travelers know the importance of experiential travel. Therefore, they flock to Rishikesh the most for mindfulness practices like yoga, meditation, reki. Also, digital nomads find Rishikesh's spiritual ambiance an icing on the wake more when it gets combined with adventure sports. Rishikesh is one of the most visited destinations for first-timers and returning visitors to India. You will find foreigners with their extended visas rambling around the Ganges in quest of solace.
Mindfulness Practices Were Harness by Yogi and Saints First Before Beatles
And those spiritual yogi and gurus come here for the ages. Frankly, tourism in Rishikesh was not founded by the Beatles. However, they did some great work when social media had not taken a toll. Their visit to Rishikesh eventually became the talk of the western world, and hence, the international tourists started flooding to Rishikesh. Later on, over time, Hinduism supremacy left no stone unturned to make Western people turn into Hinduism. Ofcourse, the title of one of the seven holiest cities to Rishikesh is given for some sake.
Cocooned in the Devbhoomi, Rishikesh Has Fascinating Legends
The most famous one goes like this; Rishikesh's name was derived from Rishikesh – amongst one of the names of Lord Vishnu. As a result, the town was always a boom for sages and Hindu devotees. If we talk about the evident historical facts, Adi Shankaracharya commissioned many ashrams and temples near the Ganges. After that, Rishikesh emerged as the spiritual center. Subsequently, the most fascinating legend of Rishikesh is; Lord Rama bathed with his brother Laxman in the Ganges after he finished Ravana. At the same time, Laxman crossed the Ganges using two jute ropes which are now touted as Laxman Jhula. Bridge.
Even Hollywood's Celebs Have A Knack for Rishikesh
From Paul McCartney to Ringo Starr, George Harrison and Will Smith have spent their holidays in the Rishikesh Ashram. Unknown to many, even Lennon composed a song called "Happy Rishikesh Song." Such is the hype of Rishikesh that it is a serious crowd puller for Hollywood celebs.


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Nabanita Samanta
University of Hyderabad
Nabanita Samanta is a graduate student pursuing Master's in Sociology at the University of Hyderabad, India. Her research involves inter/intra-section of 'ecology', 'society' and the 'self' (broadly conceived). While reckoning the endeavour of 'knowing' as intrinsically entangled with the practices of 'being' and the pursuit of 'ethics', Nabanita strives towards traversing the intertwined realms of the ecological, the existential and the axiological, thereby engaging with the pressing exigencies through creative yet critical deliberations. With a distinctive leaning towards transdisciplinary research, her interests and engagements cut across different (although inextricably intra-woven) thematic thrusts, for instance: political ecology, environmental humanities and ecosophy; hydro-sociality, onto-epistemology of water, and water governance; oceanic studies and marine (social) sciences; coastal commons and decentralized fisheries governance; critical agrarian studies, agroecology, regenerative agriculture, and food sovereignty; ecological-social-spatial justice, ecopedagogy, and anthropology of ethics etc. For her current work, Nabanita has been engaging with the lifeworld(s) of the coastal communities (most specifically, the small-scale marine fishers) inhabiting the shifting seascape of Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal (India). Bringing together insights from Decolonial Political Ecology, Critical Agrarian Studies, Marine and Coastal Social Sciences, she seeks to situate her work as a generative entry-point for spelling out the intricate interplay of space, power, agency and resistance that contour the everydayness of life at the edge of water. While fixing her analytical gaze on the complex matrix of vulnerability and viability, of ruptures and resilience as entailed in the coastal lifeworlds, she posits her ethnographic enterprise on this front as an attempt to interrogate, narrativize and critique the large-scale social-spatial and ecological re-structuring induced by the burgeoning technocapitalistic ventures gaining momentum under the aegis of 'blue economy'. Nabanita is also a permanent volunteer of DISHA (DISHA, Society for Direct Initiatives for Social and Health Action, is an activist organization involved in environmental activism, advocacy, and conservation; and DISHA has been remarkably active in protecting the rights of the small-scale fishing communities across and beyond West Bengal).


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The closing of theaters across the country due to the pandemic has created interesting challenges for troupes to develop new content and do it safely. The brilliant macabre minds of Orlando-based Phantasmagoria, a Victorian storytelling troupe, have come up with the next best thing to live performances. Originally sprung from an idea to create a sort of horror circus, what was supposed to be a one-year show is still going strong now 11 years later. Thanks to creator and director John DiDonna's outside-of-Pandora's box thinking they've just announced their Halloween season offering Phantasmagoria Xi- Plague Tales- for horror fans out there just dying to be entertained.
In March, when travel was suspended, DiDonna was stuck out of town setting up the St. Louis cast for performances. Wanting to gift fans with a distraction from the pandemic drama once he finally returned home, his character Byron (the de facto father of the troupe), along with Lady Cimorene (wife Dion DIDonna) created a small collection of stories and performances viewed live on the "book of face" from their home. Now with a few online shows like CyberCon, Orlando Fringe, and readying for the 28th edition of the Sunday evening offering, it seems they've got the virtual thing down.
But as time got closer to fall, which usually brings a large stage show tour for Phantasmagoria, it was starting to look like live performances weren't in the tarot cards this year. So, with help from past collaborator Orange TV, plans were set in motion to create an all-new experience with a virtual tour. Very mindful of all COVID precautions in place, the masked and gloved cast rehearsed in small groups socially-distanced in a large dance studio to bring a collection of 5 stories and other thrilling offerings to life.
The shape of the show is created by many efforts of the various minds that gather to tell the stories selected. Growing from the talents acquired, With more projections and puppetry added in the second year and stage combat, aerial, belly dancing, fire, and danger acts to follow there is a full array of techniques that round out this skillful group.
With a mind to help as many as possible DiDonna knows that theaters and charities are hurting as much as the actors. The various locations listed for performances will benefit from the sale of the link to view the show. So if you're in Orlando, Tampa, Deland, Eustis, Ocala, Sanford, Ft. Meyers, Coral Springs, Catskills NY and surrounding areas, Baltimore, or Atlanta and purchase the show to watch in the comfort of your home, a portion of those sales will also help out theaters and charities in those areas. Of course, any link can be viewed worldwide as well. There are plans for some locations to play the show for audiences to see in the theaters and the added bonus of an in-person appearance by a small number of the troupe on Halloween night at Athens Theater in Deland. All specific information can be found on the group's facebook events pages and website phantasmagoriaorlando.com.
Looking toward the end of the year reprising their dark version of A Christmas Carol live or filmed is yet to be determined. Extensions of the troupe in Atlanta, St. Louis, and a train show in Tavares are all on hold at the moment as well. However, a select cast will be filming "Through a Christmas Darkly" so we can look forward to that making the holidays a little scary and merry by candlelight. Whatever the future holds for the reopening of performance spaces and ongoing internet offerings one thing is for sure- for Phantasmagoria, time is always.


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The Pediatric Advanced Care Team (PACT) at Texas Children's Hospital. PACT provides palliative care to children and families facing serious, often life threatening illness. Many of our patients and families experience significant financial hardships, made worse by the additional costs of caring for a child with serious medical issues. We have families who have had to quit jobs, give up homes, cars, possessions in order to provide the best care possible for their child. The COVID-19 pandemic has effected our families significantly.
Our team also coordinates bereavement support for families of children who sadly died of illness or injury. We host an annual candlelighting event to honor and remember children who have died too soon. We are conducting the ceremony virtually due to the pandemic and look forward to a time we can gather in person again to celebrate the lives of these special children.
We are raising funds to help support our patients and families as they face their many hurdles and to continue to provide needed bereavement support to grieving families. We appreciate your support of palliative care and on behalf of PACT, our patients and families, we thank you!
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In the course of detailing all the ways 23-time Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps does not measure up to being the greatest athlete ever, Detroit columnist Jamie Samuelsen reveals the truth for all to see in Michigan and beyond:
…water polo players and rugby players may be the finest athletes on the planet in terms of strength, stamina, conditioning and hand-eye coordination
It's in print so it has to be true despite that pesky qualifier: "may be."
In case you wondered why Phelps ain't the greatest athlete according to Samuelsen:
[t]his all boils down to one thing — hand/eye coordination. I refuse to believe that the greatest athlete of all time participates in a sport that is all about strength and conditioning and has little to do with intelligence, instinct and split-second reactions.
We're smitten by this rising star, Samuelsen, and his keen observations.
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Federica Capitani
Italian designer Federica Capitani studied industrial design at the University of Genova before going on to work with two preeminent designers, Patricia Urquiola and Marcel Wanders. In 2009, she moved to London and established Federica Capitani Design Studio, using her eye for sinuous shapes and complex weaving to create captivating furniture and objects.
1. Imba for Moroso
Capitani created Imba with "woven threads normally used for fishing nets." Rust-proof tubular steel and polyethylene cords are practical but the real beauty of Imba is that each piece is handwoven and, therefore, unique-and sometimes flawed.
2. Forma for Kenneth Cobonpue
Capitani's work for Kenneth Cobonpue really stands out. The company, known for its complex shapes and playful forms, is a great outlet for Capitani's creativity. With Forma, she worked with three different diameter threads to produce an intricate collection.
3. Trame Collection for Kenneth Cobonpue
With Trame, Capitani took woven design even further. Featuring five interlocking asymmetrical loops, the Trame Collection "pushes the boundaries of traditional weaving." The accompanying tables reiterate the shapes with unique curvilinear legs.
4. Mellow for Moroso
Reminiscent of a nautilus, Mellow is an upholstered chair that again displays Capitani's interest in curves. With an enveloping backrest and asymmetrical shape, Mellow beckons people to sit and relax in whatever position they like.
5. Niobe for Zanotta
Imperfect, organic shapes juxtaposed with the timeless elegance of solid marble slabs create a beautiful tension in Capitani's Niobe tables. The tables feature a flat top and curved underside, as if a river rock had been cut in half. How can marble go casual? The answer is Niobe.
6. Dolmen Side Table for Ateliers Romeo
Capitani has recently turned her attention to solid stone, exploring the material's mass and gravity. The Dolmen Collection, in silver travertine, offers a monolithic base and off-center table top. Simple and sculptural, Dolmen pieces seem more like archaeological discoveries than manufactured furniture.
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Ethiopia's military has been ordered to complete the "final phase" of a military offensive in the Tigray capital of Mekele, after local forces did not surrender within a 72-hour-deadline imposed by the prime minister.
"The last peaceful gate which had remained open for the TPLF clique to walk through have now been firmly closed as a result of TPLF's contempt for the people of Ethiopia," Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said in a statement Thursday, referring to the Tigray People's Liberation Front.
Final Phase of the Rule of Law Operations Commences pic.twitter.com/TAAyZxSe0U
— Abiy Ahmed Ali 🇪🇹 (@AbiyAhmedAli) November 26, 2020
Earlier this week, Abiy, who last year was awarded a Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in ending a long-simmering conflict between his country and neighboring Eritrea, gave the TPLF 72 hours to surrender or face a military offensive on the state's capital of Mekele.
The Ethiopian army has been battling local forces in Tigray since November 4, when Abiy sent the national defense force into the area, after accusing local forces of attacking a military base there.
Hundreds of people have been killed and more than 40,000 have fled to neighboring Sudan, recounting horrific tales of violence.
Abiy warned residents of Mekele Thursday on to disarm and stay inside.
The conflict has raised alarm from rights organizations and the United Nations, which have urged Abiy to seek a diplomatic solution to the problem, noting the harm faced by civilians already victims of a weak economy and the coronavirus pandemic.
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This Aurora concept is interesting. They're tying a bunch of (until now) abstractions into something meaningful. I first saw Z-axis stuff at least 10 years ago. While it was fun to play with, it didn't demonstrate to me that it was an improvement over any existing user intefaces. Now throw in a Surface computer into the mix. You can easily see how it would work with this browser. Looking at their implementation of a "desktop" is a bit daunting, but suddenly I see similarities in way we group and layer thoughts, ideas and tasks in our mind. I'm seeing more than just a browser, this is an operating system, this is the way your brain works.
It's very awkward to attempt any of this in today's operating systems. Now I see what they lack, the Z-axis showing the relationship of time, not to mention the fluidity of Aurora. In my daily work, all my files are necessarily organized in a system of hierarchies scattered in different locations on different servers. It's a frequent occurrence that I have to back out multiple folders, then drill down multiple levels somewhere else. I often get stopped in my tracks… I simply forget what I'm doing, due to the rigidity and crudeness of the operating system. It's incapable of building a visual of the information objects that I need to complete the task at hand. And just when I get a mental picture of where everything is in my brain, poof, the phone rings, and I have to start over. How often do you find that several hours have passed while working "in the zone" on a computer?
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The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the world's largest organisation of journalists, representing 600,000 media professionals from 187 trade unions and associations in over 140 countries, has launched a "Global Platform for Quality Journalism", aimed at saving and protecting jobs in the media industry and creating"a future that promotes a sustainable, ethical and publicly supported information economy.".
The Global Platform for Quality Journalism is programmed to protect jobs in the media industry and create a future that promotes a sustainable, ethical and publicly supported information economy.
While launching the Global platform on April 29, 2020, barely some days to the May 3 World Press Freedom Day, IFJ proposed to the world employers' federations to support the initiative for Quality Journalism and appealed to their national members to implement it.
IFJ said it "proposes a strong and immediate global stimulus plan to save the most badly affected media and the most precarious journalists; and calls on all national governments to commit to quality journalism in this time of misinformation through strong political and economic measures that will ensure the survival of quality media and professional journalists."
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However, it noted that the need for quality reporting of the health, political and economic implications of the COVID-19 crisis which has brought more than two-thirds of humanity to a standstill, cannot be ignored since "Information must never be confined. The information must remain a public good."
"It is time to protect media, save jobs and support the most precarious workers. This 'Great Confinement', as already defined by the International Monetary Fund, in reference to the 'Great Depression of 1929', does not leave any continent or sector untouched, and the media, whatever their nature, are unable to escape this destructive wave. Many media companies have already closed down, millions of jobs have disappeared and journalists, even though quality information is essential for citizens in times of crisis, are suffering the full impact," an IFJ source said, adding "But it is also time to prepare for the future, a future of quality, ethical and solidarity-based journalism that respects labour rights and fundamental freedoms."
While noting that many IFJ affiliates around the world have already achieved significant progress and strong commitments from governments or employers' federations in line with the dictates of quality journalism, IFJ listed other conditions including ensuring the physical and psychological safety and protection of media workers; Enabling journalists to circulate freely in times of general confinement (particular during the lockdown period) as well as providing journalists and media workers with the means to live and work decently with exceptional financial assistance, despite a drop in income.
Unfortunately, it noted that many states take advantage of the COVID -19 crisis to increase their authoritarian power, strengthen their systems of surveillance of the population or to jail journalists while some media companies reduce salaries without negotiation, cut benefits or lay off staff.
The IFJ and its affiliates around the world stressed its intention to be at the forefront of tomorrow's journalism, globally and nationally, and promised to continue to promote the quality, ethical and solidarity-based journalism it has been standing up for since its creation in 1926.
It also called on all governments to immediately open negotiations with the GAFAM – Google, Apple, Facebook, Amazon, and Microsoft – to collect a tax on revenues generated within their national territory.
It said since these companies pay no tax in the majority of countries where they collect revenues, estimated at $900 billion worldwide, taxing their revenues at 6% could inject $54 billion into journalism.
The IFJ, therefore, called for the said funds to be managed jointly by representative unions of journalists and media workers and national employers' organisations. It urged the organisations to use the funds to support public service media, private, independent media and national and local media not owned by multinationals·
It added that any journalism-recovery stimulus should be seeded with the necessary support to revitalise adequately staffed newsrooms able to deliver trustworthy news and information, and should not be allowed to be used to prop up doomed business models that have failed. The IFJ wants these funds to be used as a priority to support independent, co-operative and non-profit media enterprises.
Among other things, IFJ called on governments to give priority support to precarious journalists (including freelancers) by creating a social protection fund, a national minimum wage, exempting them from income tax and granting them bank loans at reduced rates.
It also recommended that governments reform media ownership rules to allow for greater pluralism of information, and in line with the EU Whistleblower Directive, the IFJ called on governments to legislate urgently for the protection of citizens acting in the public interest.


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Tatting GR8 Patterns.
Gary & Randy Houtz –
aka The Shuttle Brothers.
This is their 6th book of Tatting Patterns, and is in a similar format to their previous books. There is a nice dedication to Gary, who passed away late last year.
There are 4 "how to…" pages, and then the patterns start. There are 33 patterns over the 58 pages of the book, and all instructions are in both text, and clear, large, diagram forms. Photos of the completed pieces of lace are shown in colour.
Most patterns use the Self-closing Mock Ring method (SCMR) which allows some of the larger designs to be worked much further without the Cut and Tie so often! The pretty cover piece is worked in one pass.
The bookmark pattern can also be worked as a small square piece, with some clever turning of the pattern to form the mat.
Another book full of delightful patterns.
Liz L, 12 July 2021


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Is there a best parenting style?
As parents, we only want the best for our children. On this page, you will find information and quizzes to help you increase your understanding about yourself.
Psychologist Diana Baumrind suggested that there are at least three different styles of parenting:
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The parts:
I. The Mysteries of the faith, chapters 1-3. In which is:
1. The praise of God on account of the spiritual benefits bestowed: chapter 1:1-15.
2. A prayer, that the Ephesians might know:
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α. A comparison of it with that power, whereby God raised Christ: chapter 1:16-23.
β. Its efficacy in quickening the Ephesians together with Christ: chapter 2:1-10.
b. The inheritance of the Gentiles, in which is:
α. The access of the Gentiles to God through the blood of Christ: chapter 2:11-22.
β. The dispensation of God toward the Gentiles in the mystery revealed to him, and in the ministry committed to him: chapter 3:1-13.
c. The hope of their calling, to the acknowledgement of the love of Christ: chapter 3:14-21.
II. The duties of life, chapters 4-6: in which is an exhortation:
1. To the unity of the Spirit, the mortification of the old man, and the vivification of the new: chapter 4.
2. To love, sincerity of life, and the mutual duties of spouses: chapter 5.
3. To the mutual duties of children and parent, servants and Masters, and the fight with spiritual enemies: chapter 6.


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Cloisonné enamel offering bowl. 18th century
Cloisonné enamel offering bowl raised on a bell-shaped foot with a shallow bowl displaying lotus, leaves and scrolls on a medium blue ground. 18th century.
Height 16.4 cm
清十八世紀 銅胎掐絲琺瑯纏枝蓮紋高足盌《乾隆年製》
Cloisonné enamel offering bowl. 18th century
Auction 1053
Asian Art
Lot 287
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Click the photo below to listen to a great sound engineering. It is a composite audio/video of a song whereby additional tracks were laid in by different singers and musicians from different places around the world. The finished product is tremendous!
The song itself is that classic standard "Stand By Me" originally released in 1955 by The Staple Singers and released again in 1961 by the Drifters. This composite version is a real toe tapper, so turn up your speakers and when you get to the link click on the play button.
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Crossing Paths
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- Shares new stories over the last decade to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the original PCT Readers
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- Includes a map of the PCT to follow along with the stories
Find the answers to all these questions, and so many more, in the diverse writings gathered in Crossing Paths, an anthology of stories and poems written by PCT hikers. Reflecting the contributors' rich and varied individual experiences, this collection includes both ordinary and extraordinary experiences, from dodging lightning strikes on an exposed ridge south of Sonora Pass or surviving early fall snowstorms in the Cascades, to deeply personal walks-as-therapy following military service or cancer treatment. The selection represents geographic, gender, ethnic, and age diversity, and strives to reflect the totality and depth of life on the trail.
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Handball: Teach the Teacher Clinic at ASU
TEMPE, Ariz. — The USHA, through the FIRST ACE Development Program, aspires to train new handball instructors to teach the game in schools, rec centers and clubs across the nation. Through the efforts of Arizona State University Handball Coach Dan Willeford, a Handball: Teach the Teacher Clinic was held at the ASU Rec Center on Saturday, October 7. Coach Willeford organized and conducted the clinic which certified eight new instructors, five of whom are on the ASU Handball Team and working to be part of the Mardak Endowment Program.
The teaching clinic began with a "Handball Jeopardy" Q&A session in the classroom, reviewed lesson plans by LeaAnn Martin and Pete Tyson, discussed teaching strategies, and provided demonstrative drills on the court.
The goal is to have the certified instructors venture to Metro Phoenix high schools to promote handball and teach the game to new players. Many of the instructors are alumni at the schools, and as members of the college handball team at ASU, they're testimony that students can play the game and compete at the collegiate level after high school. The FIRST ACE Development Program will provide handball equipment for all the new instructors who will teach at their respective schools.
This effort at Arizona State (and at other universities around the country), is part of the Mardak Community Challenge, where communities awarded funding will be tasked to find local funding to match the Mardak awards. The Mardak funds will pay college students to teach handball and mentor younger students.
Thank you to Coach Willeford, Sun Devil Handball and the new instructors for their efforts to Grow the Perfect Game!
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Last week, the Indiana Court of Appeals struck down the state's controversial "Voter ID" law.
For those of you who somehow missed the intensely political arguments about the motives for and effects of that measure—the most restrictive in the nation—let me briefly recap its somewhat checkered history.
The measure was originally championed by Secretary of State Todd Rokita, and passed by Republican majorities in the Statehouse. Democrats sued, supported by a number of organizations, including the AARP, Rock the Vote and the NAACP. They argued that the law violated the federal constitution by effectively disenfranchising many poor and elderly voters who, not so incidentally, tend to vote disproportionately Democratic. They also pointed out that Indiana had been unable to identify any instances of in-person voter fraud. (Where fraud had been confirmed, it was within the absentee ballot process, but the Voter ID law doesn't apply to absentee voting.)
The Democrats lost in a split opinion in the U.S. Supreme Court, although the Court left the door open for a future challenge. The Supreme Court based its opinion largely on the absence of concrete evidence that the law had prevented people from casting ballots. The Democrats had been unable to identify real people who had been adversely affected by the law.
The recent Indiana Court of Appeals case was brought by the League of Women Voters, and was based on a different theory and a different constitution. This time, the argument was that Indiana's Constitution requires all voters to be treated uniformly, and that the Voter ID law treats absentee voters and in-person voters differently. The Court unanimously agreed.
If the legislature wants to keep the law, in other words, they'll have to apply it to all voters, not just those who show up in person.
This seems eminently reasonable, but Governor Daniels was quick to accuse all three judges who issued the opinion of "playing politics." This rhetoric is unfortunate on a number of levels. It betrays unfamiliarity with the arguments involved, and—worse—paints judges as no more than partisans in robes. Such attacks, as the Indiana Bar Association pointed out, undermine the legitimacy of the judicial system.
Daniel's intemperate reaction also appears to confirm suspicions that the Voter ID law was itself a partisan effort. As Doug Masson of Masson's Blog observed in the wake of Daniel's outburst, "The facts fit together better if you discard the premise that voter fraud was the purpose of the Voter ID law, and replace it with the premise that one political party, temporarily ascendant, saw fit to pass a law that would shave a percentage point or two off the other side's votes. The Republicans made a calculation that the voters who would vote in person and not have identification would skew Democratic. That calculus changes if you apply the ID requirements to those who vote absentee. Therefore, the absentee voters weren't subject to the same level of scrutiny."
In other words, the judges weren't the ones playing politics.


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This sculpture is in perfect condition. Bronze Dimensions with Marble Base: Height 9″ x Width 10″. Marble Dimensions: Diameter 7. Height without base: 8. This is a very interesting sculpture of a Native American chief. He sits on his trusted horse and wanders the land, holding a spear and prepared for any potential threats. He has triumphed over many different travelers and settlers trying to take over his peoples land and has a keep-sake from each of them. On his head he wears traditional feather hat helmet and on the side of the hat he has a braid coming down. Around his waist is a typical skirt cloth to cover up his private area. He horse he rides is a stallion and has full tack on. This is a beautifully detailed historical rendition of a native in this time and is sure to be enjoyed by any viewer for many years to come. Handmade of 100% bronze and cast using the ancient "Lost Wax Method". A two tone brown patina is used, and its atop a black marble base and is signed. Virgin Islands, however, an additional charge may be required. This item is in the category "Art\Art Sculptures". The seller is "bronze_deal" and is located in this country: US.
- Material: Bronze
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RYEBERGET 898 masl
Ryeberget is one of the six historic beacons in Valdres. It is situated on the hillside above lake Strandefjorden. The walk there is short and easy but a little steep and offers a great view over the lake and gives you the opportunity to learn more about beacons.
Get your beacon collecting card at one of the tourist offices in Valdres or from the postbox at one of the beacons and visit and stamp all six of them, and you get a nice diploma as "beacon guard".
From the E16 in Ulnes or road 51 at Leira, turn onto the Vestsidevegen along Lake Strandefjordens and drive until Heggelund. Turn uphill towards Hovrudbygda/Håvrud. Pass the toll station and exit to the right onto a forest road (accessible but partly in poor condition) approx. 1,2 km later. Keep first left at the old summer farm and later right (Ryeberget is signed). Park your car on the left-hand side, 500 m after the last crossing.
On the other side of the road, the trail to Ryeberget (signed and marked) starts on a tractor track, takes in a turn to the left and reaches a gully. Here it turns right downhill in the gully. Later it becomes a narrow and steep path that ends at the beacon.
GPS beacon: UTM32v 506291 6759280