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Mini-Newsletter 2015 no.23
Dear friends, for your information and action as appropriate:
Friday 2nd October: International Day of Nonviolence.
Support Pax Christi's time of Prayer & Fasting for Peace in North Africa and the Middle East. See http://paxchristi.org.uk
Friday 2nd October: CAFOD Harvest Fast Day See www.cafod.org.uk
Saturday 10th October: World Homeless Day
Each year millions of people around the world mark World Homeless Day to draw attention to homeless people's needs locally and to present opportunities for the community to get involved in responding to homelessness, while taking advantage of the stage that an 'international day' provides. See www.worldhomelessday.org
Sunday 11th to Sunday 18th October: Week of Prayer for World Peace
Tel. 0208 968 4340 or website www.weekofprayerforworldpeace.com
Sunday 18th October: Freedom Sunday A Global Freedom Network has been created to join the struggle against Human Trafficking. This is between Christian Churches and other Faiths, the purpose being to eradicate an injustice affecting over 30 million people and increasing daily. Working together the network is stronger.
This is an ecumenical initiative, signed by Pope Francis, the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, Dr Mahmoud Azab on behalf of Al Azhar, Egypt and Mr Andrew Forrest of 'Walk Free'. The network seeks to include other faiths in order to have a multi-faith approach to this multi-national tragedy.
Freedom Sunday provides churches with an opportunity to join together with others around the world in a day of worship, prayers and action on Human Trafficking. It challenges us and resources us to take action to prevent the crime of human trafficking in our communities. See www.freedomsunday.org/resources
Sunday 18th to Sunday 25th October: One World Week: "Hope in Action".
An opportunity for people from diverse backgrounds to come together to learn about global justice, to spread that learning and to use it to take action for justice locally and globally. For various related resources see www.oneworldweek.org/v2/
Monday 26th October: Another Meet & Mingle at the Light House Media Centre,
Chubb Buildings, Fryer Street, Wolverhampton WV1 1HT, from 7pm to 9pm. Wolverhampton City of Sanctuary invite you to an excellent opportunity to meet and talk to Asylum Seekers and Refugees to help us to understand the difficulties they experience but also how they positively contribute to the life of the City. Party Food / Refreshments (Bring & Share – contributions welcome, especially cultural dishes). Live Music and an African Drumming workshop. Live Art Community Piece. Children's Art Creation Exercise! "Petals of Hope" women's exhibition. Self-Help Booklets will be available (free to unwaged). For more information or to confirm your attendance tel. RMC on 01902 311544 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com
City of Sanctuary is a national movement to build a culture of hospitality for people seeking sanctuary in the UK, supported locally by Interfaith Wolverhampton.
With best wishes to you all as always,
David Jenkins
Administrator, on behalf of the Birmingham Justice and Peace Commission
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Saturday 3rd October: USAF Croughton Peace Rally and Peace Concert, Oxford
March & Rally at USAF Croughton NN13 5NQ from 12 noon to 3.30pm.
Speakers - Rebecca Johnson, Peter Burt, Paul Mobbs with special guest singer - Robb Johnson. If you need to travel to Croughton in the minibus from Oxford, book your place as soon as possible, as there are only a few places left: 01865 248 357 or Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Followed by:
Peace Concert, Friends Meeting House, St. Giles, Oxford OX1 3LW. Arrive at 7pm for 7.30pm start. Nick Gill, Peggy Seager, Robb Johnson. Book your tickets for the evening peace concert as soon as possible – phone 01865 248 357 or Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Tuesday 6th October: Proposed Vigil for Syria
Starting at 7pm prompt and intending to finish by 8.30pm at the latest. In partnership with our friends from St Chad's Sanctuary including those who are asylum seekers from Syria and other countries. The vigil will include prayers and readings from both the Bible and the Koran. We shall use the medium of PowerPoint as well as live music and singing supported by Andy Ross (keyboards), and, hopefully cellos and flute. It is important that we create an ambience of prayer which embraces both Hope and Peace, as well as acknowledging the severity experienced by many who will be in attendance.
The evening will provide an opportunity to circulate a 'Wish List' of urgent items for the Sanctuary, and a retiring collection will be taken for those who can afford to give, for the Sanctuary to purchase specific items. We shall also include details for contacting Caritas Birmingham.
Refreshments will be served in the Grimshaw Room afterwards to allow hospitality and dialogue.
Saturday the 10th of October: "How can I make a difference?" Christians acting on the climate will be taking place at Christ Church, Abingdon, which isn't actually in Birmingham Archdiocese but which will be relevant for a number of the Oxford North and Oxford South Deanery churches?
It's a half-day event for people who want tips for prayer, practical action and campaigning. Sponsored by the Diocese of Oxford, Hope for the Future, and CCOW, it gives a chance to share ideas, hear about what's happening nationally and locally, and discover resources for engaging your church and your community. The event is free, but registration is essential. For more information or to register, go to website http://bit.ly/1KOgdRt or phone 01235 851763.
Saturday 10th October: 'War Against the People'
Worcester Palestine Friendship has a meeting at 7.30pm (refreshments from 7.00pm) at
in St. George's Catholic Church Hall, Worcester WR1 1UG. The speaker is Jeff Halper, Director of the Israeli Committee against House Demolitions (ICAHD). He regularly tries to stop the homes of Palestinians from being knocked down, and risks arrest. Contact: Lorna Archer by phoning on 07973 448 827.
Thursday 12th November: Birmingham Christian Homelessness Forum
Next meeting from 10.30-12.00 at The Church at Carr's Lane.
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Sunday 20th to Saturday 26th September: The World Council of Churches Week for Peace in Palestine/Israel - Bridges not Walls: "God has broken down the dividing Wall" (Ephesians 2:14)
This has been a summer of increased injustice and violations of human rights in Palestine. Ancient trees have been uprooted and others chopped down to make way for the separation wall that denies Palestinians their human rights. This Week for Peace gives us lots of opportunities to raise awareness, include prayers, act for justice … the smallest actions are all important. We can: include prayers of petition; put up a display; have a talk; show a video; have a discussion; send the postcard; give out prayer cards and/or leaflets.
Please inform Ann Farr (firstname.lastname@example.com) or Pax Christi of anything you are doing for this week - no matter how small you think it is. Events can go on the websites and it is important for people in Palestine to know. Resources are on the Pax Christi website: http://paxchristi.org.uk/campaigns/israel-and-palestine/world-week-for-peace-in-pi/ Saturday 26th September: "His Mercy is from Age to Age" (Luke 1:49) - an afternoon of Prayer and Reflection.
This afternoon of sharing ecumenically is an invitation to deepen our awareness and response to those in our families and in our neighbourhood who have dementia. Speaker : Rt. Rev. David McGough. From 2pm-6pm in St Augustine's Church, Herbert Road, Solihull B91 3TG. Includes afternoon tea. Donations would be appreciated to cover costs. Please book by 15th September - booking forms online at www.pastoralcareproject.org.uk and also available from St Augustine's Church. Organised by Pastoral Care Project and St Augustine's Solihull – Birmingham East Deanery: Pastoral Care Project, St George's House, Gerards Way, Coleshill B46 3FG.
Enquiries: Phone: 01675 434035, email: firstname.lastname@example.com, website www.pastoralcareproject.org.uk
Friday 2nd October: CAFOD Harvest Fast Day Mass 7pm at Holy Trinity Church, Oxford St., Bilston. Organised by the CAFOD parish contact at Holy Trinity church Bernard Howell, also Lay Chaplain at St Thomas More School. In addition to any donation to CAFOD that you may wish to bring, you may also like to consider using CAFOD harvest resources, thinking about Laudato si' and basing your offerings around that theme, or more generally around climate change and the work of CAFOD and its partners.
Postings from the Commission Administrator
August 2019


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Innovative Charity: Google "Chrome for a Cause" Extension
Google's making it easy for users to support their favorite charitable causes with a new extension for the company's Chrome browser, and it won't cost users a cent. Chrome for a Cause is now available on the Chrome Web Store — available for free installation with a single click.
Install this extension on the Chrome Browser, and each tab opens results in Google contributing to a worthy cause. At the end of each day, users choose to which charity they'd like to contribute. Included choices are The Nature Conservancy, charity: water, Doctors Without Borders, Un Techo para mi País (which constructs transitional housing for impoverished families) and Room to Read.
As users work within the Google Chrome browser throughout the day, a running total of tabs they've opened displays on the browser's toolbar. We're trying it here, and there's definitely a warm and fuzzy feeling every time we open another tab. Support this worthy cause by installing the Chrome for a Cause extension.
Even better than giving away free Wi-Fi on airplanes for the holidays, this is the perfect way to further that "don't be evil" mantra, help people in need, and make users feel good. Everyone wins.

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Specialized Tools for Electrophysiology and Cell Biology Research
A digitally controlled pulse duration generator and is used to produce precise pulses of adjustable duration with high accuracy and repeatability.
The NL405 Pulse Width/Delay is a digitally controlled pulse duration generator and is used to produce precise pulses of adjustable duration with high accuracy and repeatability. This module combines many of the features of the discontinued NL401 Digital Width and NL403 Delay/Width into a single unit.
The NL405 produces TTL logic output pulses (of both polarities) that have a duration set using three decades of thumbwheels and a seven (7) position range switch. It also features a press to start button, LED indication of an output and a separate logic output signal at the end of the defined WIDTH time. It was designed as a replacement for the NL401 and, in most places where the NL403 would have been used.
The NL405 can be triggered off either positive or negative-going edges of the input pulses and the NL405 is capable of 100% duty cycles. An external push to make switch can be used when -ve edge triggering is selected. In the "fixed width" mode, the NL405 produces an Output pulse as specified by the front panel controls. In the "RE-TRIGGER" mode, any valid Input trigger arriving whilst the Output is active will restart the timing and therefore extending the Output pulse duration.
As long time periods can be generated (999 seconds is over 16 minutes) any change in position of the rotary range switch will stop the current Output and inhibit further input triggers for 500ms. The "delayed" Output socket provides a short duration pulse (set internally) that is produced at the end of the timed width pulse. This provides a trigger-out after the set Delay time. The NL405 can be used for digital control of pulse duration or for introduction of a delay to a trigger pulse. The logarithmic or exponential nature of the many biological responses make the very wide continuous adjustment (from micro seconds to minutes) particularly beneficial.
|TTL pulse. Input is 1 TTL load.
|Trigger edge
|Positive or Negative, selected from front panel
|Push-button, operation on push.
|Output (Width)
|TTL. Output will drive 10 loads.
|Both active-high and active-low sockets
|1 µs to 999 s
|001 to 999
|1 µs, 10 µs, 100 µs, 1 ms, 10 ms, 100 ms, 1 s
|± 0.5%
|Delay from Trigger In
|<200 ns
|Amber LED on for approximately 10 ms for each pulse
|Output (Delay)
|TTL. Output will drive 10 loads
|0.5 µs, 1.5 µs, 5 µs ± 20%
|50 µs, 150 µs, 500 µs ± 10%, by on-board jumpers
|Fixed Width or Re-Triggered, selected from front panel
|450 ms ± 20%, after change of rotary range control
Customers from Europe and Australia can use the Multi Channel Systems - Online Shop to order Warner products or create quotes.
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Fairland Full-inverter Pool Heat Pumps Will Debut at Expolazer & Outdoor Living 2019
Exhibition Name: Expolazer Outdoor Living 2019, 22nd International Swimming Pool, Spas, Leisure and Wellness Fair Date: 6-9th August 2019 Venue: Expo Center Norte, Sao Paulo, Brazil Stand No.: 5H32 As the only South American business fair de...
Fairland R32 Full-inverter for Cleaner Air, Together We Can #BeatAirPollution
Celebrated every year on June 5, World Environment Day is the United Nations biggest annual event for positive environmental action to encourage worldwide awareness of the need to protect our planet. This year, taking #BeatAirPollution as t...
Fairland Technical Training in Australia Won High Praise from Business Partners
Another round of Fairland Technical Training. It was a pleasant trip to Australia. Thank you for the affirmation of the excellent performance and high quality of Fairlands products, especially the extremely low failure rate, almost 0%! Our...
Fairland: 2018, A Year Full of Success and Accomplishments
As the pioneer of developing Full-inverter technology, we are proud to be leading the trend of global inverter pool heat pump market. So far, Fairland's products and service has extended to more than 60 countries and areas, covering Europe, America,...
Fairland Technical Training for Customers with Complete Success
Earlier this December, Fairland Technical Support Team held a technical training for our customers. We showed detailed quality reports, introduced troubleshooting techniques and also gave instructions for parts selection and after-servi...
Fairland Shared Original Full-inverter Technology at Piscine Global Europe 2018
Fairland enjoyed a successful appearance at this years Piscine Global Europe. It is a major event for the industrys most important professionals and has attracted the worlds most influential leaders in the swimming pool industry. We are hon...
Fairland Original Full-inverter Won Worldwide Recognition at Interbad 2018
It's a great week in Messe Stuttgart. Thank you for visiting our booth during Interbad. It is a valuable opportunity to talk about Fairland Original Full-inverter with customers face to face. Every conversation matters. We know more about ...
Bombas de calor para piscina de Full-inverter de Fairland debutarán en Expolazer & Outdoor Living2019
Nombre de la exposicin: Expolazer Outdoor Living 2019, 22 Feria Internacional de Piscinas, Spas, Ocio y Wellness Fecha: 6-9 de agosto de 2019. Lugar: Expo Center Norte, Sao Paulo, Brasil Stand No .: 5H32 Como la nica feria comercial sudameri...


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One of these luxury technology gifts will make your friend very happy. Buying a gift for the technology lover on your list has never been so easy.
With a range of luxurious tech products for even the most discerning shoppers, there's something for everyone. Whether you're buying for a couple who travel constantly for business, a brother obsessed with virtual reality or a friend preparing to move from one city to another, the following curated gift guide has it covered.
The following are some of the innovative ideas of technological gifts for the tech lover in your life.
This page may contain affiliate links, so we may receive a commission if you buy something, Please read our disclosure to learn more.
Best Luxury Technology Gifts for Tech Lovers
Gift giving season is difficult, especially when you think of a great tech gift and the person already owns it. Sometimes you have to take it to the next level and find more high-quality tech gifts. You need to move fast and splurge. We hope you are able to find that special gift today.
Apple Watch
The new Apple Watch is quite amazing. Your smartwatch tech lover will absolutely fall in love with the latest Apple Watch Series. The fully waterproof device has a sleek design, larger screen, and optional cellular connection. The latter allows users to take a break from their iPhone during the day. Other prominent features of the device include a heart rate sensor, GPS and a bright screen that are visible even in direct sunlight. There are many variants to choose from, including Apple's collaborations with Nike and Hermès fashion house.
Nebula Mars Portable Cinema
The Nebula Mars Portable Cinema is a new and most exciting wi-fi projector. The device is also a powerful center for connected home: it is compatible with a large number of the most popular smart home products today. Expect beautifully bright pictures thanks to the 3000lm LED lamp that projects 500ANSI lumens. Dual 10W speakers will produce high-quality high-fidelity sound. And with the 19500 mAh battery, you can get over 3 hours of cinema time.
⭐Find more luxury tech gifts for her.
Amazon Echo Plus
One of the best luxury technology companion gifts in its price range, the new Amazon Echo Plus has a sleeker design and much better sound than its predecessor. The hardware Dolby tune offers 360-degree audio with a more robust bass, while the seven built-in microphones ensure that Alexa will listen to commands better than ever. Fabric finishes available for the speaker include charcoal, sandstone, and marbled gray. The speaker comes with a Philips Hue smart light bulb, making it perfect for smart home beginners.
GoPro HERO7 Action Camera
The GoPro HERO 7 Black is a great gift for adventure and action sports enthusiasts. It is elegant, compact, easy to operate and is better connected than any of its competitors. You can capture 4K video at 60 frames per second, a difficult task for any digital SLR. The most important thing is that HERO7 Black has the best stabilization technology in its class, ensuring that all your adventures will be captured with amazing details. It also has the ability to shoot bursts of 12 MP images. The HERO 7 Black can run underwater up to 33 feet without housing.
Anki Vector Robot Sidekick
Anki Vector's robot sidekick is one of the favorite gadgets to have launched this year! A great gift for anyone in your life, the sidekick robot has a charming personality, as well as a series of fun features with which you can interact. This vector robot sidekick has the ability to answer your questions with a cute robot voice, to respond to touch and, among other things, to play with you. A vector can navigate your surroundings through a built-in HD camera. We like that it can head to its charging dock on its own when the battery begins to run low.
⭐Find more luxury tech gifts for him or gift ideas for women who love tech gadgets.
Bose Home Smart Speaker 500
This high-end Bose speaker is powered by Alexa and sounds better than any Amazon Echo product. A nice luxury tech gift for under $500! Despite its compact footprint, the device has a broad audio signature that is typical of a much larger speaker. The speaker's ability to hear voice commands is also exceptional, thanks to the eight built-in microphones. As expected from a device at its price point, the Bose Home Speaker 500 has an elegant design and workmanship to match. It also has a built-in color screen that shows the illustrations of the album of the song being played. In general, this is a great gift for Alexa users with a special ability for great audio.
Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones
These Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones are one of the best luxury technology gifts for traveling audiophiles. They have a very discreet design and craftsmanship, excellent comfort and the best audio quality in the industry. The headphones can also be used with the Google Assistant. It's noise cancellation cans can last up to an excellent 30 hours between charges. They use USB-C for fast charging: you can get up to 5 hours of playback after only 10 minutes of charging. There are two colors to choose from, black and silver, with both variants with gold details.
DJI Mavic 2 Pro Drone Quadcopter
A drone is the last holiday accessory, which offers incredible videos that you can see on social networks. The professional build of the DJI Mavic 2 Pro Drone Quadcopter can take your tourism to the next level and offers a great foray into the world of drone photography.
New Apple MacBook Air Retina Display
The new Apple MacBook Air is an excellent gift for anyone. It has the iconic light body with a wedge shape that made the original hardware specifications very popular, but greatly improved, led by a sharp Retina display, an eighth-generation Intel processor and an integrated fingerprint sensor. We like that the notebook is made of 100% recycled aluminum. There are three colors to choose from: silver, space gray and gold.
Xbox One X Gaming Console
The Xbox One X is a great gift for anyone who is even interested in video games. It is the most powerful gaming console available today, capable of offering the most popular video games currently in 4K resolution and HDR at 60 frames per second. The console also features a Blu-Ray 4K player, as well as the ability to stream high-resolution content from today's popular streaming services.
New Apple iPhone
The new Apple iPhone has beautiful OLED retina displays without bezels and the industry's most powerful chipset. Like its predecessor, they also have a sophisticated facial recognition configuration, called Face ID. As expected, the phones also have an excellent dual camera, excellent stereo speakers and wireless charging. Their water-resistant bodies also feel like luxury thanks to a stainless steel fireplace. This is a great gift worth splurging that anyone would love to receive.
Who cares if you feel like going a little overboard with the gift giving this year. If you have extra cash to spare, why not show your faves the luxury treatment by gifting them with something high-quality.
Take another look if you really want to spread some luxe love this year!


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1920's home renovation portfolio of before and after photos (kitchen)
One of the biggest transformations occurred in the kitchen. I loved the custom built cabinets, but there was only one. I also loved the idea of converting the "indoor/outdoor utility room" to be fully enclosed so that I could add a dishwasher to modernize the space. It was a big job, but here is what was done:
Demo: removed all pine tongue and groove slat walls, relocated back door from its current spot and removed half window, used Craigslist to dispose of all old appliances, reconfigure stainless counter top to fit a modern sink
Here is what I started with; in this photo you can see the slat walls, the back door in its current location and the lack of an additional upper cabinet:
Quick and Low Cost Kitchen or Bathroom Cabinet Makeover
Your natural wood cabinets looking a little old and tired lately? Try painting them! For the cost of a can of paint and primer, you can give your cabinets a fresh new appearance.
Using a color that is anything but neutral can give your kitchen a customized look but for resale value, neutral is the safest bet. White and black are always classic but if you want the cabinets to still appear to be wood, I love Behr's Paint and Primer in One in the Espresso brown tint. I've also noticed a trend toward grays or sage greens, but those get a little more personalized. Some like the eggshell finish, I like the satin. Choose the sheen you like the best for your own project.
Ready to do it? Here are 5 easy steps to give your kitchen cabinets a quick makeover:
Step 1) Remove doors and drawer fronts. Remove any door hardware. A quick tip for hardware is to secure them with masking tape to the inside of the cabinet or drawer with masking tape so they won't get lost or mixed up.
Oops, wrong hole! How to fix cabinet hardware blunders.
Ok so we've talked about how to install cabinet hardware and you have decided to take on the challenge. http://agirlcandoit.com/2010/04/26/cabinet-hardware-how-to-install/
Yeah for you! Using the template I recommended, everything is moving along smoothly and then oops! You find you drilled a hole in your cabinets in the wrong spot, even with your best attempts to be careful. Or, the hole you drilled is too big and now your hardware is loose. How can you fix this? No fear, its easy!
1) Cabinet hole in the wrong spot
You can use some wood putty and fill the wrong hole and sand smooth. There are wood stain touch up pens in a variety of colors; match the one closest to your wood color. Even better if your cabinet is painted; simply fill the hole with wood putty, sand and retouch your paint. Usually these holes are so small and so close visually to your existing hardware, no one will even notice the mistake.
2) Hole is too big
Place a few toothpicks in the hole dipped in wood glue and let dry. Break off the toothpicks flush with the cabinet with some needle-nose pliers and reinsert your screw. Sometimes just the little extra wood will be all you need.
Another way is to wrap your screw in wood putty, leaving the end that attaches to the hardware clean, then reinsert the screw into the hole and let dry.
Finally, another option is to insert the screw into a washer and let the washer come to a rest on the backside of your cabinet door. The washer will keep the screw from slipping through the hole in the backside of your cabinet. If the hole lets the hardware wiggle too much, you might have to use the toothpicks or wood putty along with the washer to ensure a good snug fit.
Hope that helps!


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Rebekah Wilce
Rebekah Wilce is a farmer with a degree in writing from the University of Arizona. She researches and reports for CMD and milks cows at a local farm. She is the lead writer for CMD's Food Rights Network.
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Thursday, July 27, 2017
"Poison Papers" Snapshot: Transcript Illustrates EPA Collusion with Chemical Industry
The world of independent chemical testing has a shiny veneer. The public is reassured that chemicals they're exposed to on a daily basis are certified by technicians in spotless white lab coats who carefully conduct scientific studies, including on animals in neat rows of cages. But a federal grand...
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Tuesday, November 04, 2014
Direct Democracy Tackles Fracking, GMOs, Pesticides on Election Day
Voters in cities and states across the United States will vote on a number of ballot propositions affecting the environment on Tuesday, November 4. Initiatives Would Ban Fracking and Address Management Public Water Resources Citizens will vote on banning or suspending fracking -- the controversial...
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Tuesday, July 29, 2014
ALEC Agenda in Dallas: Evisceration of Medicaid, School Privatization and Expansion of Gas Exports
ALEC holds its 41st annual meeting in Dallas, Texas starting on Wednesday, July 30, 2014. At this largest of its three annual national conferences, state legislators from across the country will meet with corporate and special interest lobbyists behind closed doors to vote on "model" legislation to...
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Thursday, June 12, 2014
Pesticide and GMO Companies Spend Big in Hawai'i
Hawai'i has become "ground zero" in the controversy over genetically modified (GMO) crops and pesticides. With the seed crop industry (including conventional as well as GMO crops) reaping $146.3 million a year in sales resulting from its activities in Hawai'i, the out-of-state pesticide and GMO...
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Friday, May 23, 2014
Are Organic Standards in Jeopardy? Watchdogs Say 'Yes'
When organic activist Alexis Baden Mayer of the Organic Consumers Association was arrested after leading a " spirited protest " against watering down organic standards last month, she wasn't at a rally on the street or in a park. She was at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board, a 15-...
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Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Science Media Centre Spins Pro-GMO Line
A new report commissioned by Prime Minister David Cameron suggests that GMOs have now been shown to be safe and that the United Kingdom may need to grow them in order to rely less on imports. Since consumer campaigning got GMOs labeled and crop restricting implemented in the United Kingdom, Cameron...
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Monday, February 03, 2014
NPR's "The Salt" Blog Muddies the Issue of Sewage Sludge
In a muddled attack on the Center for Media and Democracy (CMD) and those who are concerned about produce grown in sewage sludge, "The Salt," NPR's James Beard award-winning food blog, parroted sewage sludge industry PR and misled readers with the article " Whole Foods Bans Produce Grown With Sludge. But Who Wins? " published on January 21.
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Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Under Pressure, Whole Foods Agrees to Stop Selling Produce Grown in Sewage Sludge
The Center for Media and Democracy (CMD) broke the story that the $12.9 billion-a-year natural and organic foods retailer Whole Foods Market had a policy of "don't ask, don't tell" when it comes to "conventional" -- or non-organic -- produce being grown in fields spread with
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Tuesday, December 03, 2013
ALEC's Extreme Legislative Agenda for 2014
The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) meets in Washington, DC this week for its "States and Nation Policy Summit," which is one of the ways ALEC crafts and pushes its legislative agenda for the coming year. U.S. Senator Ted Cruz -- who helped push the country to the brink of financial default to thwart the Affordable Care Act (ACA) -- headlines the conference on Thursday, December 5. Failed vice-presidential candidate Rep.
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Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Outsourcing America: Sodexo Food Service Contractor Siphons Cash from Kids and Soldiers while Dishing Up Subprime Food
Since the 2008 financial crisis, cash strapped states have accelerated the outsourcing of America in hopes of delivering the same services more cheaply.
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text: You would expect a supercar that cost $379,000 to pretty much be faster than any other sportscar under that price tag, but sorry Lexus, that is not what happened. Car and Driver tested cars from 5 different categories based on pricing. LL1 for cars costing no more than $29,999 up to LL5 for cars costing over $240,000. The Lexus LFA was the only car in the LL5 category this time, but when put head to head with a Ferrari 458 Italia, which at $239,000 was in the category below, the LFA came up short against that sexy dancing horse. Do not get it twisted however, the LFA is still a seriously dope supercar that anyone of us which we could have. But something about Ferrari over the years just continues to exceed expectations. Check the video after the jump for more details and the actual racing.


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The July issue of NFPA's Fire Sprinkler Initiative newsletter looks at the fire safety problem with lightweight construction, and in particular, a tragedy that saddened an entire New York community, and reignited a debate about the fire safety of new homes built with lightweight construction materials. We also provide an update on 2012 sprinkler legislation, an effort to help dispel Hollywood movie myths about sprinklers, a new video that helps homeowners understand fire sprinklers and an effort in Illinois to require home fire sprinklers in all new homes.
Subscribe today to automatically receive our monthly Fire Sprinkler Initiative newsletter. It's free, informative, and will keep you up to date on anti-sprinkler legislation, our advocacy efforts, and other sprinkler-related news.


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The hypocrisy of Liberalism: How DARE those evil rich White people not build cheap houses and flood their neighborhoods with non-Whites! It doesn't matter that they voted for Obama! They are not "doing enough"!
It is a sick world, and a Marxist world, that insists that people of any particular region are forced to use their own money and "do something" in order to make their neighborhoods "multicultural".
In China, 100% of the inhabitants are yellow! Why aren't the jews demanding as much of China? Too many yellow people live there! We demand that 200,000,000 Africans be immediately transported to China, and that Goldman-Sachs pays the bill!


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"Scientists have found a way to disarm a protein thought to play a key role in leukaemia and other cancers," the BBC has reported. It said that the protein in question, called Notch, is often damaged or mutated in patients with a certain form of leukaemia.
The researchers used an experimental technique called hydrocarbon stapling. This uses a chemical 'scaffold' to mould short sections of protein (called peptides) into specific three-dimensional shapes. The researchers hoped that these 'stapled peptides' would interact with the Notch protein and block its actions. The researchers found that one of their peptides was able to stop Notch from working and to reduce the growth of leukaemia cells in mice.
This research has identified a way to target the Notch protein, which has previously been an elusive target. The technique may lead to the development of new drugs to treat this type of leukaemia (called T-ALL), and to potential ways of using stapled peptides in other areas of research.
Where did the story come from?
Dr Raymond Moellering and colleagues from Harvard University carried out this research. The study was funded by several organisations, including the Leukaemia & Lymphoma Society and the National Institutes of Health in the US.
One of the researchers declared that they were a paid consultant and shareholder of Aileron Therapeutics, a company which has been granted a license to develop stapled peptide technology by Harvard University and the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. The study was published in the peer-reviewed journal Nature.
The BBC has covered this complex study in a balanced way.
What kind of research was this?
This was a laboratory study that included both biochemical and animal experiments. The researchers wanted to see if they could develop a method to block the action of transcription factors (a type of protein) in cells. Transcription factors switch on genes and, as such, they control the processes that occur within cells. While transcription factors play a role in normal cell function, they are also involved in the development of cancer. This means that they may be a good target for new cancer drugs, but their chemical characteristics have so far made it difficult to design drugs that block their function.
This study describes the early development of a new type of molecule that could be used in future drugs. This work will be followed by further research in animals to investigate the molecule's effectiveness and safety. If this research proves promising, it may be followed by research in humans.
What did the research involve?
The researchers were interested in developing a drug that could block the action of a transcription factor called NOTCH1. Mutations can cause this transcription factor to be active when it shouldn't be, which can lead to a form of leukaemia called T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (T-ALL).
Inside the cell, a protein called MAML1 binds to a complex of proteins that contains the NOTCH1 transcription factor. Laboratory tests have shown that a fragment of the MAML1 protein (called dnMAML1) can block the action of NOTCH1 in T-ALL leukaemia cells, stopping them from dividing.
However, protein fragments (peptides) may not be structurally robust, and may be susceptible to changing shape or being broken down. Research has suggested that peptides can last longer in the body and bind to other proteins more effectively if they are bonded to a chemically altered amino acid (the building blocks of proteins). This technique is called hydrocarbon stapling.
The researchers investigated whether a hydrocarbon-stapled form of dnMAML1 would still be able to block the action of NOTCH1. They designed six shorter hydrocarbon-stapled pieces of protein similar to dnMAML1, referred to as SAHM1, SAHM2 etc.
They examined how long these SAHMs took to get into the cell and selected those that looked most promising for further testing. They observed how well SAHMs bound to the complex of proteins that contained NOTCH1. They also looked at the effect of SAHMs on genes that are normally switched on by NOTCH1, and their effects on T-ALL cells in the laboratory. Finally, they looked at what effect the most promising SAHM had on a genetically engineered mouse model of T-ALL.
What were the basic results?
Laboratory tests on cells
The researchers found that some of the SAHMs, including SAHM1, were able to enter cells. SAHM1 could bind to the complex of proteins containing NOTCH1. SAHM1 also reduced the activity of genes in T-ALL leukaemia cells that would normally be switched on by NOTCH1. Treating T-ALL cells in the laboratory with SAHM1 stopped the cells from dividing as often as they normally would.
Animal testing
The researchers found that mice with progressive T-ALL that were given twice-daily SAHM1 injections experienced a reduction in the number of cancerous cells. Once-daily SAHM1 injections had a lesser effect, and T-ALL leukaemia progressed in untreated mice.
How did the researchers interpret the results?
The researchers concluded that the hydrocarbon-stapled peptide SAHM1 caused "potent, NOTCH-specific anti-proliferative effects" in both cells grown in the lab and the mouse model of T-ALL leukaemia. They say that their SAHM1 molecule should be useful in working out the role of NOTCH1 in normal and diseased tissues. It also provides a starting point for developing targeted drugs to treat NOTCH-related cancers and other conditions.
This study has developed a new method for targeting the NOTCH1 transcription factor. The technique may eventually lead to the development of new drugs for T-ALL and other Notch-related conditions. However, this will be a long-term goal as much more animal and human research will be needed to determine the effectiveness and safety of this new approach.
Analysis by Bazian
Edited by NHS Website
Links to the headlines
Cancer protein 'can be disarmed'.
BBC News, 12 November 2009
Links to the science
Moellering RE, Cornejo M, Davis TN.
Direct inhibition of the NOTCH transcription factor complex.
Nature 2009; 462: 182-188


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Avosil Scar Care Ointment
Visit Avosil ($64.99)
Avosil Scar Care Gel is a product which is primarily created to treat abnormal scarring. Abnormal scars refer to raised, red and dark scars that tend to look bigger when compared to the actual wound. Another sign that you have an abnormal scar is when you experience excessive itchiness in the area. This is often triggered by burns, surgical procedures and skin injuries. Avosil uses a more advanced formulation which contains salicylic acid derivative proven to be really effective in getting rid of these abnormal scars. Most of its users say that the gel is a huge help in bringing back their confidence because it promotes a more glowing and clearer skin. Avosil contains the following ingredients:
— Sodium Salicylate which is primarily derived from aspirin
— PEG or Polyethylene Glycol which is mainly designed to eliminate pain and inflammation as well as the unsightly look of any scarred area
— Parabens
Avosil can also be described as a greaseless and topical gel which contains anti-inflammatory, soothing and safe properties. Applying the gel into scars caused by burns, cuts and surgical incisions is said to work in rapidly reducing discomfort, itchiness and pain. The continuous use of it can also help in making your scars look less noticeable. It is also formulated to prevent the scarred area from being disfigured. One of the major signs that the product is effective is that it is now mainly prescribed and highly recommended at burn centers and major hospitals. It is also formulated for safe use since you can purchase it even without any prescription. It is gentle to the skin, thereby ensuring that it won't cause any side effects.
There are numerous benefits out of using the Avosil Scar Care Gel. One of these is that it is clinically tested and proven to be effective in decreasing scar appearance provided it is properly used based on the directions. It also works in hydrating and moisturizing the scarred area, thereby allowing your skin to be moisturized and hydrated as well. It is also filled with agents that are effective in getting rid of inflammation, itchiness and extreme pain usually linked to the keloid and the hypertrophic type of scar. It also works in preventing your skin's bacterial adhesion while also eliminating scars that are not more than 6 months old. Buying Avosil also allows you to enjoy the following features:
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— Flip-top tube
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— Choice between unscented and scented
— Availability in different sizes
— Availability of educational material
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— Free trials or samples
To ensure that you obtain your desired results out of using Avosil Scar Care Gel, you have to make sure that you strictly follow the instructions associated to its application. These include gently cleaning up the scarred area as well as the skin that surround it using mild soap prior to applying the treatment. Sterile gloves should also be used. You need to apply it into the affected area for one to two times a day and gradually reduce the number of application as soon as you notice that the itchiness and discomfort are already controlled. By strictly adhering to the application procedures, you will be on your way towards quickly getting noticeable results.
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Bring iMac Photos to Life
If you are looking for iMac photo printing software options there are a lot to choose from. You can find software to print pictures or edit pictures at every price point from free to expensive. What you need to know is how you want to use the software to make sure you get the setup that is right for you.
When it comes to finding great photo software for your iMac, the number of choices is overwhelming but owning a quality product will make your pictures better, whether they are from a trip to the mountains or snapshots of the kids at a parade. Let's simplify your choice and look at some of the key options that you must consider before making your choice.
Photo Software Options
When you review options in iMac photo editing and printing software it is a lot to consume. It is very difficult to compare one product with another, but most users have a finite number of things that they really want out of their software. Because of this, checking on these key features is the best place to start.
The Basics
Almost every software package will let you do the basics like upload, edit, and print features. You really should be able to ignore such things. To really differentiate photo software, look just a bit deeper.
Media Sources
There is a difference in where you can easily import your pictures from. While a simple file open is standard, if you want to get pictures from a phone, create still images from a video, or grab screen shots from your computer, these options are not always available, so if they are important to you check these features out.
Advanced Editing
Standard edits and quick fixes like red-eye are very similar across platforms, but it is in the advanced features where you can really see a difference. If your needs are small and you just want to make a picture look sharper and play with color or contrast you don't need the most amazing photo editing software in the world. On the other hand, if you are a photographer going for perfection you will want to look for things like adjustment layers, image extraction, or lens distortion correction.
Almost any software will save an image as a JPEG, GIF, TIFF, or PNG on your iMac, but if you need more you should check the features. For example, output like PDF, online galleries, email formats, or slide shows are not as standard. Think about how you want to get the pictures out to share them, like from you iMac to display on TV or to a website, so that you get the features you need.
Saving and Finding
You know you can save a photo on your iMac, but what other options do you need? There are options like saving to an online album or burning to a CD that may be important to you. To organize your photos, check for the search capabilities and the ability to assign keywords or tags to your photos, which will make them easier to find.
Good Choices
If you want a few solid iMac photo printing software options to consider, start with these.
Adobe Photoshop Elements (The King)
This software is among the more expensive, but for good reason. There simply are not likely to be features that you want that you won't find in Photoshop. It is widely considered to be the best photo software on the market for good reason, and it is trusted by professional photographers aplenty. You really can't go wrong with Photoshop Elements.
Apple iPhoto (From Apple)
For those who like to stick close to Apple products, there is Apple iPhoto. Apple iPhoto is part of Apple iLife, and it is comparable to Photoshop, however you will be without some of the more advanced editing features that are in the latter. If you don't need the serious editing features, you can get everything else in iPhoto and save a few dollars.
Acorn (Great Value)
For close to half the price o Photoshop you can pick up Acorn, a very easy to use software package that features most of the options that you get in the more expensive brands, particularly when it comes to editing photos. What you won't get is the array of organization and sharing features that are available in other software. Still, Acorn is a great choice for those looking for a smaller price.
Pixelmator (Money Saver)
If you are looking for a low price you can't do much better than Pixelmator. Here you will find almost every feature for loading and editing images that you find in higher priced software, but at a fraction of the cost. The interface is simple to use. Where you get less with Pixelmator is in sharing and output features, so check on those before you buy to insure that you will be happy, but the basics are covered.
Great Pictures are Coming
If you shop for the features you most want and ignore the basis, a comparison of iMac picture software becomes much easier. There are other ways to transfer photos from iMac, but if you are ready to buy one of the best printing packages right now, check out one of the applications on this page to see which is right for you. They are easily among the best iMac photo printing software options.


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Apple Buys Land, Looks to Expand Operations in Cupertino
Apple has bought 98 acres of land in Cupertino from Hewlett-Packard, which is moving out of the city, Mercury News reports.
As HP moves out of Cupertino to consolidate its operations in its headquarters in Palo Alto, its property is a perfect fit for Apple, which had already bought a 50-acre strip of land right across the street in 2006. Mercury News reports that the local real estate experts estimate HP's asking price for the property at $300 million or more.
These two sites are together several times bigger than Apple's current headquarters at 1 Infinite Loop, several blocks away. "We now occupy 57 buildings in Cupertino and our campus is bursting at the seams. These offices will give us more space for our employees as we continue to grow," said Apple spokesman Steve Dowling.
Apple's move to expand its headquarters comes as no surprise given Apple's business results in the past couple of years. Apple has been growing tremendously, reporting $20 billion in revenue in the last quarter, and it's one of the few IT companies that are currently hiring.
Apple, which has been at its current ultra-cool address — 1 Infinite Loop, Cupertino — for more than 30 years, didn't disclose what it plans to do with the freshly acquired property.


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Early Mining Methods
When ore deposits at the surface or from shallow mines started to run out, miners needed to dig deeper underground to follow the rich, near-vertical mineral lodes that had formed millions of years ago along cracks or fissures in the rock.
It wasn't digging deeper that proved to be the biggest problem to early miners, but finding a way to remove the water from the shafts and levels (tunnels) so they could get to the ore. Any excavations dug below the water table (the natural level below which the ground is saturated with water) quickly filled with water, creating a constant demand for pumping and drainage so that work could continue.
Water kibbles
At first 'water kibbles' – buckets or leather bags – were used to pull water up from shallow mines. This involved men or horses on the surface hauling the water up the mine shaft. Sometimes the kibbles were pulled up by winding the rope around a large drum rotated by horses – known as a horse whim. This method was slow (to avoid the ropes breaking) and there was a lot of wear and tear on the kibbles as they rubbed against the rock sides of the shafts. Increased demand for minerals meant mines were sunk even deeper, requiring greater volumes of water to be removed from further underground – so a more efficient solution was needed.
Rag and chain
Rag and chain pumps were constructed from a series of interconnecting wooden pipes, made from hollowed out logs that reached all the way down to the lowest point of the mine. An endless chain (looped so it could be continuously pulled round and round) with balls of rags attached at intervals was pulled up through the pipe, drawing the water up with it in a continual flow.
New water-powered inventions were quickly adapted for use in the Cornish mining industry.
Water power was also harnessed to drain mines using European continental technology known to have been in use since the 16th century. Waterwheels on or near the surface were commonly used to wind the chain of the rag and chain pumps if water was readily available. If the mine was near a river or stream this system would be relatively easy to set up, but elsewhere, man-made watercourses – known as leats – were needed to channel the water to drive the wheels.


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This potholder was for my mom.
Here's what I said on Knitting Daily(posted there before I had my own blog):
Here's my 3rd double knit pot holder. Â It's for my mom who was born year of the rooster and has a lot red rooster nick knacks in her kitchen. Â And I added the heart for Valentine's Day cheer.
The pic is just one pot holder. Â I photo copied both sides and photo pasted them together in picture.
My design ..sort of….it was modified from a cross stitch pattern I found and then had to be scaled down to fit the pot holder plus it had to be 'stretched' vertically since knit stitches are wider than the row height.
Not much else to say other than, I'm finally starting to feel comfortable with the double knitting now. Â I'm use to the 'stiffness' of the sugar and cream cotton yarn and the best needle size that works for me is 3.5 mm or US size 4. Â I liked holding larger needles, so I had tried US 5 & 6, but I struggled to keep my stitches even and they got loose too easily.
I'm on my 4th pot holder now with a size 4 and it is no effort to keep my stitches even.
August 29th: Â A Rooster visits in my backyard. Â How strange? Â (I leave in the suburbs.) Â He's a good looking little guy.
Tags: country, double, knit, knitting, Lily, pot holder, rooster, Sugar and Cream, Sugar'n Cream
I am looking for a rooster pattern to make pot holders for my best friend who wants a kitchen full of rooster things.
How much are you charging for this pattern?
Hi, I love this pattern !! I am interested in purchasing !! can you please email the price ? Thank you so much..
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Tanzania Gold Ore Upgrade Plant
There are rich mineral resources in Tanzania, such as diamond, gold, phosphate, gas and so on. Among these minerals, only gold ore has been exploited. With the high price of gold, many investors pay attention to gold ore beneficiation for gold processing. In this article, we mainly talk about Tanzania gold ore upgrade plant.
Tanzania Gold Ore Upgrade Plant
Customer Introduction
In the year of 2013, a Tanzania customer contacted SBM and said he just got the permission to exploit one gold mine. So he was looking for gold ore processing equipment to process the gold ore for further processing. After communication, we learned about his requirements about the capacity, raw gold ore size, taste he wanted to reach, the specific components of his raw gold ore and some other factors, and suggested him to adopt a complete gold ore upgrade plant.
Machines In The Gold Ore Upgrade Plant
In this gold ore upgrade plant, there is feeder, jaw crusher, cone crusher, vibrating screen, ball mill, shaking table, flotation machine, belt conveyor etc.
At present, for mineral ore beneficiation, we generally adopt 'more crushing, less grinding' method, so we suggest cone crusher as the secondary crusher to crush the gold ore into small sizes. After being crushed in the cone crusher, the gold ore will be sent to the vibrating screen for grading. Parts with required sizes will be fed into ball mill for grinding while others will be sent back to the cone crusher for re-crushing. Later, the powder discharged from ball mill will be sent to the shaking table for rough concentration. After this, the gold will be sent to the flotation machine for processing. And we get gold concentrate.
Besides the mentioned shaking table and flotation machine, SBM also provides other gold ore beneficiation equipment, like jigging machine, spiral classifier, filter and so on. If you are interested in gold ore processing, please contact us. SBM experienced engineers will do their best to help.


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Snowdonia Challenge
25 – 27 June 2021
Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 Snowdonia Challenge 2020 has been postponed. We hope you can join us in 2021.
100 km – 3 Days
Are You Ready for the Journey?
Snowdonia's Unique Walking Challenge
Now in its fourth year this 3 day walking challenge is the only event of its kind in the UK! Not for the faint hearted, to take on the full challenge you will need commitment and determination to prepare for and complete this event.
Snowdonia Challenge is a test of mental and physical resilience and team work and will take you on a journey of self discovery. It is inspired by multi-day challenges used as military training events in Europe.
The first Snowdonia Challenge was held in Betws-y-Coed, North Wales in 2017. The perfect base to explore some of the less visited parts of Snowdonia with some of the best views the national park has to offer.
This is not just about challenge and adventure though.
Come on your own or come as a team; taking part in the Snowdonia Challenge you will be part of an amazing 3 days where you will make new friends and explore parts of Snowdonia you've never been before.
Full event – 3 day walking event – 100km over 3 days
Or if you'd like to be a part of it but can't commit to the full 3 days then join us for 1 or 2 days.
the story
Snowdonia Challenge is inspired by an event held in Holland which started in 1909 as a military training event and now attracts 46,000 military and civilian participants each year.
"I took part in Nijmegen Marches in 2009 and it was life changing. It took me on an incredible journey self discovery and proved to me what commitment and determination could achieve. I'm positive by taking part in Snowdonia Challenge you will experience the same range of emotions and feelings of personal achievement that I gained in 2009. I very much look forward to seeing you there and sharing this adventure with you."
Tracey – Breese Adventures co founder and creator of Snowdonia Challenge
Useful Information
This challenge is suitable for anyone over 18 who is confident of their fitness levels or ready to commit to training over the next few weeks and months.
Our Training Plans are specifically designed for this type of event. We recommend you are at 'Tough' or 'Challenging' level for this event, but even if you don't feel fit enough yet you can start with the 'Beginners' plan and work your way up.
Individuals or TEAMS
Snowdonia Challenge is a great event for both individuals and teams.
Lots of people arrive on their own but soon become part of the big Snowdonia Challenge family.
Some of the teams that have entered so far:
- groups of friends
- groups of colleagues
- cadets
- sports and social clubs
- military and veterans teams
- charity supporter
Find out more about Team Entry
Have a look our Snowdonia Challenge Kit List for an idea on what to wear/bring for the event.
Once you have registered you can join the Snowdonia Challenge Participants facebook group where you can get advice from past participants on kit and footwear.
Each morning we start nice and early (7am) from the beautiful village of Betws-y-Coed. On each day we follow a different route through the stunning Snowdonia mountains and forests starting from and returning to the same place each day.
Routes will start and finish on Cae Llan which is the green in the centre of the village.
The whole event takes part over 3 days and 3 different routes totalling 100km.
Terrain is a combination of paths and fields, forest tracks and tarmac. A combination of footwear is recommended depending on preference and weather.
Day 1 – Gwydyr Forest Day
Distance: 36km Total Ascent: 1761.5m
Following the forest tracks up to Llan Elsi and towards the foot of the Moelwyns and Capel Curig.
Day 2 – Ogwen Valley Day
Distance: 35km Total Ascent: 1338.2m
Following the course of the Afon Llugwy along the Ogwen Valley with some of the best views Snowdonia has to offer.
Day 3 – Day of the Lakes
Distance: 29km Total Ascent: 2000.5m
Heading off to the north of the village and into the Gwydyr Forest to enjoy the stunning views around Llyn Gierionydd, Llyn Crafnant and Llyn y Parc.
These are an example of distances and ascent, routes are subject to changes.
Route Support
Routes will be well marked and marshalled the whole way by qualified Mountain Leaders and first aiders. There's no needs to navigate, just enjoy walking, chatting and the stunning views!
Fundraising is entirely optional!
Open entry
Lots of individuals and teams take part in Snowdonia Challenge just to enjoy the 3 days. If this is you then you should visit the Open & Team Entry page.
Fundraising Entry
For those that want to fundraise for a charity or cause Snowdonia Challenge is the perfect opportunity. For more inforuairton on fundraising for either your own chosen charity or one of our Partner Charities please visit the Fundraising Entry page.
If you chose to fundraise for one of our partner charities you can register for 3 days for just £45!
For teams wishing to fundraise please click here for more information.
Snowdonia Challenge is a professional, well organised event created by a team of professionals who have your enjoyment and safety at the core of what they do.
Some of the things you can expect:
Before your challenge:
- Advice and support
- Access to resources such as Kit Lists, Training Plans and Fundraising Packs
- Full Information Pack 3-4 weeks before your challenge
During your challenge
- A fully marked and marshalled route with experienced and qualified support the whole way
- Water and snack stations each day
- Full support team for the duration of your challenge
- First Aid and medical support
- Exclusive Snowdonia Challenge merchandise with all 3 day entries
- Other items sponsored by local businesses
- Souvenir Guide
Entry Fees:
Early Bird prices available until 31st December 2020.
1 day
Full Price – £50
Early Bird – £45
2 day
Full Price – £95
Early Bird – £88
Deposit – £45 (balance due by 31st March 2021)
3 day
Full Price – £132
Early Bird – £125
Deposit – £45 (balance due by 31st March 2021)
Charity Entry
3 Days (your own charity) – £120*
3 Days (partner charity) – £45
*Deposit – £45 (balance due by 31st March 2021)
Team Entry (Minimum 4 participants)
1 day – £50 (Early Bird – £45)
2 Day – £95 (Early Bird – £88)
3 Days – £115 pp
Deposit for 2 or 3 days – £45 pp (balance due by 31st March 2021)
Staying in the village
There are 60+ accommodation providers to suit all budgets in and around Betws-y-Coed.
You will find all the information and links you need and a map of the village on our North Wales and Snowdonia Accommodation page.
We recommend you book your accommodation as soon as possible!
If you book your place through certain Partner Charities your accommodation and meals may be included.
You should be prepared to carry a minimum of 2 litres of water (in a reusable water bottle)
There will be 2 water stations along the routes where you can refill water bottles.
Food and snacks
There will be snacks provided on each of the water stations. You should be prepared to carry all the food you need during the day, however on each day there will be at least one shop or cafe where you can buy sandwiches and other food and snacks.
Packed lunches will be available from stores in the village.
In the evenings Betws-y-Coed has plenty of places where you can buy food and drink, from a nice bowl of pasta to replenish energy to a delicious pizza.
"If Carlsberg did events they'd be coming to Breese Adventures for advice!"
"The best 100k we've ever done" - Snowdonia Challenge 2017
All members of the team we met were very helpful and encouraging. This has been one of the most organised events I have taken part in, you seem to have got it almost right 1st time, well done.
This was such a fantastic event, tough enough to be a challenge for mere mortals, yet achievable to anyone with the determination to train and push themselves. It was also an emotional journey that will stay with me for a long time.
The challenge was so phenomenally well organised and you, Tracey and your whole team were absolutely brilliant. See you all next year!
Well done guys on a very successful Snowdonia Challenge 2017. Thoroughly enjoyed the whole weekend and cannot begin to thank you enough for such a well organised event. Every last detail was thought of and every person who formed part of the organisation for the weekend was knowledgeable, approachable and motivating! We met some fantastic people and made amazing memories. Thank you Tracey, Stiwart and team very very much. We wish you every success!!
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Starting Young: Can You Really Teach Entrepreneurship?
There's a great debate over whether entrepreneurship can be taught. While not everyone is going to end up as successful as a Zuckerberg, a Gates or a Karp, we can at least teach our kids some elementary business skills.
The BizWorld Foundation is a non-profit organization that teaches children in grades 3-8 business basics, such as entrepreneurship skills and finance. The program inspires students to develop critical thinking and leadership skills that will help them become future innovators.
Students in the BizWorld program design, produce and sell friendship bracelets after collaborating on a business model. Friendship bracelets are always the core product of these businesses because they appeal to the target age group of children, and the product is a relatable one through which to learn the basics of business.
The inspiration for BizWorld came to venture capitalist Tim Draper when his nine year old daughter asked him, "What do you do?" In an interview with Mashable, Draper said, "It clicked in my head that she didn't have any idea what was going on out there. So I thought 'Well, I'm not going to tell you but, I'll see if your teacher will let me come into the class.'" Draper then went to her classroom and set up a business simulation that established the blueprint for BizWorld.
BizWorld teachers have the flexibility to implement the ten-hour program in one week, two days, six months or whatever availability they have. The program takes the class step-by-step through the entrepreneurial cycle: production, marketing, financial management, promoting their products and retail.
Teachers divide their classes into teams, and then each student takes a leadership role within the company: CEO, VP of Finance or VP of Sales, etc. When it's time to create the product, the VP of Production is in charge of coordinating the design and production with the rest of the team, and the CEO creates the VC funding pitch. At the end of the program, the students sell their products to other students, and the teacher runs the numbers to see who really made a profit. The teacher then facilitates a conversation with the class about what worked and didn't work, and explains the strategies that make the business most successful. This model facilitates and encourages teamwork within the group of students, teaching them real-life collaboration skills they will need for the workforce, while also giving rough parameters that inspire ingenuity and creativity.
The BizWorld program has now expanded into two other program offerings: BizWiz and BizMovie. BizWiz focuses on the stock market — it teaches kids to how to invest, so they look at portfolios and learn how to diversify their investments. Again, at the end of the day, the question is about who achieves their financial goals and the students discuss what went well and where they struggled.
BizMovie is similar to BizWorld, except it was created in collaboration with the National Center for Women and Information Technology and integrates computer-animated movie production programs. Students learn how to code, and the entire program is run on computers. And instead of selling friendship bracelets, they have a movie to sell at the end of the program.
Mashable spoke with BizWorld CEO Thais Rezende about the success the program has seen in some of the schools, and the results are impressive. "We do a pre- and post-assessment of the children who go through our program, and on average 96% of our classes increase their knowledge of business entrepreneurship and financial concepts." And, really, the low-income students are seeing the highest percentage of gains after the program. Although the program focuses on entrepreneurship, those skills spill over to other subject area — 95% of BizWorld teachers see improvements in math, social studies, language and real-world economics. These concepts are made accessible to the students, and then benefit from the experience.
Because of the teamwork element, 97% of BizWorld teachers say the program helps children work together and be more teamwork oriented, "a critical skill for real world jobs."
With an average of 50,000 student participants annually, and a half a million children through the program — BizWorld is helping create a slew of future innovative leaders all around the world. With participation in all 50 U.S. states and five other countries (the Netherlands, Ireland, India, Italy and Peru) the program is poised to make a big difference in students' lives.
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Monday, March 26 2007
"Episode No.255"
LOUISIANA BACHELOR BEARS YELLOW ROSES FOR THE MODELS AND ALASKAN CONTESTANT BRINGS HOWIE SNOW AS THEY TRY THEIR LUCK AT BECOMING MILLIONAIRES - - Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Tonight, bachelor Stan Stava of Bossier City, Louisiana brings 26 yellow roses for the models and Heidi Kurtz of Anchorage, Alaska brings a gift of snow from home to Howie, as they play for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play At Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $10,000.


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Mandat,objectifs et fonctions principales programmes priortairs gands defis economique (African union; AddisAbaba, 2006)
Note introductive au rapport du secrétaire générale (Organisation de l`unite Africaine, 2002-03-15)
OAU Charter and rules of procedure (Organization of African Unity, 1992-08)We, the Heads of African States and Governments assembled in the City of Addis Ababa,Ethiopia,Convinced that it is the inalienable right of all people! to control their own destiny,Conscious of the fact that freedom, ...
Official text (Organization of African Unity, 1963-05-22)Notable efforts made by the Imperial Government of Ethiopia in organizing the first historic meeting of Heads of Independent African States and Government to consolidate African unity through the inception of the Organization ...
Official text The summit conference of independent African states Resolutions (Organization of African Unity, 1963-05-25)The Summit Conference of Independent African States meeting held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from 22 May to 25 May 1963 considered all aspects of the questions of decolonization for Africa
OPEN FORESTS / FORETS CLAIRES (ORCANlZATION OF AFRICAN UNITY, CULTURAL & SCIENTIFIC DEPARTMENT, 1959)
Organization of African Unity Coordinating Committee for the Liberation of Africa (Committee of Eleven) (Organization of African Unity, 1967)
Organization of African Unity; Addisababa / Organization of African Unity (Organization of African Unity; Addisababa, 1999)
Organization of African unity;1991 Abuja Summit: a commemorative hand book (Organization of African unity, 1991)It has been said many times that Africa is the centrepiece of Nigeria's foreignpolicy objectives-in fact, it has been said too many times that the impact and significance of that solemn declaration tends to slide into ...
Press Release N°08/2019 : African Union Unveils a Statue of Former Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie I (African Union, 2019-02-10)Press release on the unveiling of the statue of Emperor Haile Selassie at the African union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on the 10th of February 2019.
Proceedings and Recommendations of the Commission on the Problem of Refugees in Africa - CM/21 (Organization of African Unity, 1964-07)Proceedings and recommendations on the problem of Refugees in Africa which was attended by delegations from 10 member states of the commission. It examined the Refugee problem in Africa and recommended how it can be solved ...
Proceedings of the summit conference of independent African states Vol. 1 Section 1 (Organization of African Unity, 1963-05)Europe's advancement in science-particularly its mastery of the science of war, enabled it to colonize practically all the known world. Africa met the same fate and her peoples were divided and subjected to colonial rule ...
Proceedings of the Summit Conference of Independent African States, Volume 1, Section 2, Addis Ababa, May 1963 (Organization of African Unity, 1963-05)Speeches of the Summit Conference and list of officers, delegations and observers
Progress Report on the Implementation of Agenda 2063: First Ten-Year Implementation Plan (African Union, 2017)
Protocol on amendments to the constitutive act of the African union (African union, 2003-07-11)The Member States of the African Union States Parties to the Constitutive Act of the African Union


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Maui students are learning modern skills in a contemporary program designed in Hawaii, and the nation is taking notice. HIKI NŌ, the nation's first student news network, is groundbreaking not just in its approach of embracing technology tools for students, but also how it's using media to teach students life skills that will help them become active members of the workforce.
With two seasons completed, it received the 2012 EDGE Award, presented by the Association of Public Television Stations (APTS) at its annual Public Media Summit in Washington, DC. This award recognizes a public television station that uses digital technology and partnerships to bring something innovative to their communities.
MauiTime asked PBS Hawaii President Leslie Wilcox for her insight into the program and what the recent national recognition means for their students:
MAUITIME: You must be thrilled with the national recognition. Did you expect the project to be successful and recognized on a such a level?
LESLIE WILCOX: Our seed money, a $200,000 grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, calls for us to provide a toolkit so this type of program can be replicated by other PBS stations on the Mainland. We did think there would be interest from other jurisdictions, because this program builds 21st century workforce skills and fills a widening gap of community information and local news. And we had a great deal of belief in the dedication and smarts of Hawaii's students and teachers. But certainly, we weren't gunning for a national award—and we certainly never expected the program to win a national award at the beginning of its second year! We did not apply for this recognition. Since the program is online as well as on-air, it was noticed an ocean away…
MT: Are there any other programs like this in the nation?
WILCOX: We've been told by digital media experts that this is by far the biggest and most ambitious student digital media program in the country. Nobody else has tried to go statewide and chosen to be so inclusive in welcoming all middle and high schools. I think many observers are quite surprised and impressed at the quality of the work being done, even by small schools in under-resourced rural areas. And sometimes the middle school students do every bit as good, or even better, a job than high school students.
MT: What does this award mean for the future of HN?
WILCOX: Even if we hadn't received this award, we would have joyously pressed on with it. Students and teachers tell us it's been a life-changing experience. And viewers tell us they're hearing from fresh voices in diverse communities that were invisible in Hawaii media. The program is growing exponentially, with 73 public and charter schools participating at no cost to the schools. It's open to all middle and high schools in the state, and two grade schools have even applied and been accepted.
MT: What kind of impact will it have on the program?
WILCOX: We hope the national award will translate to more interest from more funders. We've had the good fortune to be fully funded for three years, by local foundations and individuals and Mainland institutions (including the first-ever Knight Foundation grant in Hawaii). However, time is passing and there is far more demand by schools than initially expected.
MT: What do the schools have to do to participate?
WILCOX: The schools apply with our HIKI NŌ Managing Editor, Susan Yim at firstname.lastname@example.com. We provide mentorship to the teachers at no cost. If a school doesn't have equipment, they may borrow key equipment from a "lending library" we've set up in every county with the help of the Atherton Foundation.
MT: How can the community support HIKI NŌ?
WILCOX: The community can help by watching this weekly newscast, on-air or online, and encouraging the students in their area! Also, our nonprofit organization welcomes monetary gifts to maintain and improve this educational program, at pbshawaii.org/support. Just note that you want your gift to go to HIKI NŌ.
MT: What kind of benefits for the students are being seen in the program?
WILCOX: The 21st century skills being learned in this program help in virtually any career field. HIKI NŌ meets all of the required General Learner Outcomes (GLOs) in the Department of Education; and it satisfies every one of the respected author and educator Dr. Tony Wagner's skills and habits-of-mind for the Global Age of Knowledge: critical thinking, curiosity, oral and written communications, networking, etc.
Students enjoy creating, collaborating and connecting—and they enjoy this real-world training. Traditional journalism seems fresh and novel to them after growing up as digital natives with the opportunity to rant on the web or listen to opinions-masked-as-fact on some cable shows.
MT: Is it open to any student?
WILCOX: All middle and high schools in Hawaii are eligible. There just needs to be a teacher willing to guide a student media team. We work directly with teachers.
MT: I noticed that you received a grant from the Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) for $5,000. Where are your other sources of funding?
WILCOX: The MEDB is making possible additional training for Maui County school participants on Maui, Lanai and Molokai. Very exciting! By the way, teacher Clint Gima from Maui High School is a key member of HIKI NŌ's statewide Teachers Steering Committee, and has been on the steering committee since the start, giving valuable counsel. We're on every main island. In addition, students on the private island of Ni'ihau who commute by boat to a Kauai school also participate.
Program funding has come from the people of Hawaii, The Clarence T.C. Ching Foundation, Hawaii Community Foundation, John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Wallace Alexander Gerbode Foundation, W.K. Kellogg Foundation and others. Right now we're trying to match a $10,000 challenge grant from the George Mason Fund. He was the publisher of Pacific Business News.


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How to write an expository essay.
In order to write an expository essay, one should know how to start and to begin with, let us give a definition of what an expository essay is. Therefore, an expository essay is an analysis made on factual knowledge with no thoughts and emotions of the person writing this essay. There is neither criticism nor argument. There cannot be any maybe, if or whether but how, in what ways, when. It is about explanation, which lies at the heart of the essay`s prompt. It has to be clear and simple which does not mean that it is easy though.
How it`s made
Every piece of work in general and an essay in particular contains a thesis statement or, if you please, its main idea within its content and an expository essay is not an exception. When it comes to its structure, five paragraphs are essential to mention. Three paragraphs are the main body of an essay while the rest is to support its thesis. To end an expository essay, one restates the thesis statement and combines items of interest brought up in the essay. Feature articles and times news are brilliant models for structuring one`s expository essay. Speaking of which, look through the guide to forms. It will help to proceed.
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- Make sure you picked the topic for your essay.
- Conduct research on the chosen theme and make notes, which will serve in place of a draft.
- For easier work and reading in further, one can make an outline, which is a plan of what your essay will look like.
- The topic sentence is the one, which is surely the most important in the introductory section of an essay. It represents the main idea. As has already been told, it should be plain. No point of view may be given.
- The content of each paragraph should explain separate item expounds the main idea of an essay.
- Provide with examples to support the thesis of an essay.
- The conclusion should make the thesis of an expository essay sound stronger.
- Any new information in the conclusion section is unadvisable.
- As long as the item discussed in an essay is based on others but not on the first-hand experience, writing in the third person is required.
- Make sure the analysis made through essay is neutral and clean, that there are samples and that the facts are relevant.
- The information is given in plain language for easier perception.
- Do not lose the focus. Avoid details, which are unnecessary.
- Use varied sentence structure. Keep it precise as for the word choice you use.
- Use transition words, phrases and sentences so it was easier to read and looked more smoothly – for instance, however, such as, in addition will do.
- Conclusion has to speak out the thesis and its key points.
It is highly important to proofread an essay, check it on grammar and punctuation errors. It would be good to have a friend to look it through with a fresh eye for you.
Before publishing, one might feel a mix of feelings. Those are excitement along with fear. It is equally important to be able to learn from experience of writing, appreciating all the feedbacks and moving forward trying to make every new essay better.
Types of expository essays
Writing an essay is an integral part of education today. Kids and students get it as an assignment in the middle-, high schools, colleges. Even adults going to school to get a degree in some area write essays as a homework attending classes. There are different types of an expository essay:
- Definition essays;
- They give a definition of the discussed items, its denotative, which means literal meaning or the one given in a dictionary along with connotative meaning, which one gets an idea of by means of context.
- Descriptive (illustrative) essays;
- They show the items analyzed systematically, either in chronological order, through the hierarchy or in series.
- Cause and effect (explanatory) essays;
- They show explanation of the item when the number of causes or reasons are needed towards effects or results.
- How to do/process essays;
- They show how to achieve something, an instruction of its kind to help a reader.
- Classification essays;
- They show the items, which are classified into groups and categories.
- Compare and contrast essays;
- They show the differences along with similarities between the two items. This is where the name of this kind of expository essays come from because by comparing, one may see the similarities and contrast shows the differences.
- Reflective essays;
- They show an analysis of someone`s written work and this analysis is written by the author himself (herself).
- Credo essays;
- They show a writer`s personal opinion or belief on sociological or political topics.
- Autobiographical essays;
- They show what happened in the author`s life.
You know as they say, repeat actions make perfection. Repeat how important the chosen topic is, review the discussed items, and resume conclusions. Beginners and experienced writers should keep in mind trust resources such as New York Times Magazine, for example for better writing of their expository essays. "The sky is the limit"!


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Multiversal News, Actually
By Jenni Dean Harte
July 2010
Climate change, natural and manmade disasters, economic collapse, depletion of Earth'ss resources, war, terrorism, changing societies and shifting populations. It'Äôs been a challenging time to focus on any one aspect of recent months and there'Ä's so much noise about it all. But finally, something else to talk about! And if you'Äôve been wondering what marvels the Jupiter Uranus conjunction in Aries would bring, they'Äôve begun to arrive. As you'Äôd expect with Jupiter, the news is big and with Uranus, surprising.
For several years, we've all marvelled at the expansion of our universe. The number of new bodies identified in space has increased dramatically, and those like Eris and Sedna have revealed new, unprecedented depth and distances of our own solar system…to say nothing of our new knowledge of other solar systems. Yes, it's a challenging time here on our blue planet…but very exciting. Clearly, inhabitants of planet Earth are ready for new realities.
Universe's most massive star, R136a1, has been discovered by scientists at the University of Sheffield via the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope in Chile, with assistance from the Hubble Space Telescope. It is believed to have formed from several young stars merging together and Professor Crowther, chief researcher in the Sheffield team thinks this is probably about as big as stars can get, it's rare and I think it's unlikely that this new record will be broken any time soon.
R136a1 is located in the Tarantula Nebula, a satellite galaxy which orbits our own Milky Way. Astronomy Now magazine says if it was in our solar system, it would be as much brighter than the Sun as the Sun is compared to the Moon.
How heavy is it? Well, the previously heaviest know stars were about 150 times the mass of the Sun; R136a1, on the other hand has been measured at 265 solar masses with the thought that since the star has already lost 20% of it's mass, it is believed to have been 320 solar masses! That's not just big, it's colossal!
Speaking of Stars
Scientists at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Centre in Maryland, USA said the space agency's orbiting Swift observatory was overwhelmed by glare from the eruption of a gamma-ray burst so powerful, their software ignored it as just too big to register!
The explosion of X-rays resulted from a star that died 5 billion years ago, far beyond the Milky Way and the timing of the blast was (apparently) caused by the collapse of a star forming a massive black hole. According to the experts it all happened before the Sun and planets formed!
The intensity of these X-rays was unexpected and unprecedented, said Neil Gehrels, Swift's principle investigator. Just when we were beginning to think that we had seen everything that gamma-ray bursts could throw at us, this burst came along to challenge our assumptions…" Dr Phil Evans, of Leicester University's space department said, "The burst was so bright when it first erupted our data-analysis software shut down." "It was like trying to use a rain gauge and a bucket to measure the flow rate of a tsunami. This burst is one for the book record books."
NASA (they're on a roll), also announced the launch of the NASA/JPL-Caltech/WISE Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE) last December and in six months, about 25,000 new asteroids along with 15 new comets and hundreds of potential brown dwarfs with confirmation of at least 20, have been discovered. WISE has a special ability to see through impenetrable veils of dust and pick up the heat glow of objects that are invisible to regular telescopes. The WISE team is obviously delighted with the discoveries of the new $320 million project. NASA intends to release a full celestial catalogue next year after more thorough processing and deletion of false alarms.
Although the discovery of R136a1 is not a NASA project, they're definitely making some spectacular additions to our mapping of the universe and these newest arrivals were published (publicly) mid July when the transiting Sun opposed NASA's natal Moon. At the same time, Transiting Mars and Saturn were trine the Moon and transiting Mercury opposed natal Chiron. Good times. NASA: 29 July 1958, Washington, DC, 38 N 54, 77 W 02 (I used 12.00-exact time unknown). Data: Wikipedia
Oh and another 100+ planets
It just keeps on coming. As the Sun slipped into Leo, The Daily Mail Online reported 23 July that more than 100 planets, similar in size to Earth, have been discovered in the past few weeks. This discovery was by the space telescope Kepler, scanning the skies for planets orbiting stars since its launch in January 2009.
Scientists now believe that there are likely to be around 100 million planets in the Milky Way that may have the right conditions to harbour life.
Astronomer Dimitar Sasselhov told the TEDGlobal conference at Oxford in July that in the last 15 years almost 500 planets have been found around other stars in the Milky Way galaxy. He describes the discoveries as fulfilling the dreams of Copernicus. Whew.
We live in hope of peaceful life, on Earth and everywhere else.
Image Credit: NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (NASA-JPL)


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- director: Nicholas Winter
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- editor: Nicholas Winter
A Short action film I made for the Filmstro / Film Riot competition.
Shot over just two hours using the Terra 4K – all handheld @ 25 FPS and a 120 Angle shutter.
Grade in DaVinci resolve (starting with the Fuji d65 Lut and adjusting from there)
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Traveling doesn't mean you have to compromise style and class. And why not make your next flight feel like more of an adventure? You'll love this classically and perfectly designed expander duffle, designed with the modern jet-setting, road-warrioring, fine fitting man in mind. Channel your inner Indiana Jones with this surprisingly modern leather duffel outfitted with a hard-case, enclosed bottom section for shoes, suits, wet packs...or whips. The top is your classic open-up duffel area where clothes can be easily folded or rolled and ready for whatever the world bring you!
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Size: 18" L x 11.5" W x 10" H
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After checking out hotels, timeshares and so on, I think that we might end up just renting a condo off of either airbnb or vrbo.
There are several (and by several, I mean around 9) located in Noord, around Palm Beach, and in a 26 unite Condo Comples called Wacamaya.
Is anyone familiar with this place? Most places being rented seem to be remodeled, up to date, have a/c and hot water (which I have seen that this seems to be a luxury there because not all places have it). They have everything we need (including full kitchen, supplies for the beach such as a cooler and chairs, and so on). It's located across the street from the grocery store (Ting Wei), so it sounds like a prime location...close to everything but yet a little bit away from the crowded resort areas. It also seems to have an awesome pool with waterfalls and so on. It seems like the perfect place for my family.
So...just wondering if anyone has stayed here and their thoughts? Or locals that know the area and could provide thoughts as well. (Oh, it is also gated, which includes the parking lot).
The other question is, I have found several of these places listed on both airbnb and vrbo...BUT they seem to have different pricing depending on which site you are on. I thought that was odd. You can tell they are the same price because of the specific pictures they provide of the inside (such as the bedroom or living room). Could the difference just be that one site may charge them for their services than the other? I mean obviously I am going to go with the cheaper site for the same place.
Lastly, are there certain things I should ask the owners about prior to booking? I know a/c, hot water, which floor (1st or 2nd), anything else I would need to know or inquire about? I did see that some people list things like "$35 utilities allowance" or "$40 electric allowance". I have no idea what "$40" will get you. I know they are trying to limit abuse of using the a/c and prefer that you turn them off when you leave and only have them running when you are there. But, I still have no idea how far $40 would get someone. LOL I would hate to be shocked at the end of a trip to find out I owed this huge bill for electric. Thoughts?
Thanks in advance for any help.


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We all love to sit down and watch TV together, nothing beats cuddling up on the sofa. We was asked to watch the new Herbie Hound episode.
Brought to life by the animation skills of World renowned Superstar Pets, Herbie Hound series following the adventures of adorable Herbie – a French breed of pup with a British upbringing whose very special character 'specialness' comes out when things get exciting!
Superstar Pets, have previously worked on animations for BBC Children in Need, Simon Cowell and Michael Ball among others. They are the only company in the World who create movies using this animation technique, using the unique approach of animating photos to talk and sing, lending an extra layer of charm to Herbie Hound's adventures.
The series is the brainchild of Vicky Brook, a mother whose life took a dramatic turn when she had to unexpectedly give up a six-figure executive salary and high powered job to care full time for her youngest daughter Florence.
Florence, now 16, has had complex medical and mental health needs since the age of just six weeks, while older sister Emily, 21, was diagnosed at 17 with Addisons Disease.
Over the years, Vicky has relied heavily on the help of Birmingham Children's Hospital for support with Florence, Vicky is also very excited that the Dogs Trust are supporting the project, acknowledging the important therapeutic role that family dogs can have in times of distress, and in her search for ideas to give something back for all their hard work she hit upon the concept of an animated series starring their very own family dog Herbie.
"Dogs Trust is delighted to be teaming up with Herbie Hound. He has been an amazing companion and friend to Vicky and her children and demonstrates the bond between us and our dogs. The tale of Herbie will hopefully provide a happy distraction for hundreds of children whilst in hospital and bring a smile to their faces, just as it did ours."
– Hannah Baker, Dogs Trust
All ten episodes of the new series will be available to purchase on the Herbie Hound website, shortly followed by the story books, with a percentage of the proceeds going to Dog's Trust & Birmingham Children's Hospital.
And with plans also underway for a merchandising range, these 10 Herbie Hound adventures are just the beginning!
We loved the first episode and the animation of Herbie, it's quite cool and both of the kids enjoyed done silliness. He is a cool and lovable character.