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Disney is about to make your favourite mystical land filled with giant blue people/animals a reality, as it has confirmed Avatar's 'Pandora' will open at its Animal Kingdom theme park in Florida during the summer of 2017.
And while we can't exactly share any real-life pictures of what the park will look like just yet, Disney have released three artist interpretations of how the concept will play out.
We know that there'll be a main restaurant in the World of Avatar called Satu'li Canteen featuring Na'vi art and cultural items.
There will also be a 'special drink location' - no, we're not sure what that means either but let's just roll with it for now - called Pongu Pongu.
At a conference announcing the opening of the new land, a Disney spokesperson said that guests to Pandora will be able to "see the magnificent floating mountains, fly on a banshee and experience the beauty of the bioluminescent forest".
Which all sounds pretty exciting to us.
As a special treat for us all Disney have actually released ONE real picture of the entrance to the land, but unless you have a thing for bridges you might not be particularly inspired by this pic...
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About last night: How soon is too soon to sleep with someone you're dating?
As if part of a Sex and the City episode, I was recently chatting with one of my single girlfriends about sex while dating and whether there is a cardinal rule for when it's supposed to happen. Per the great Charlotte-Samantha debate: when is sleeping with someone you're newly … [Read more...]
About last night: The guy who looks nothing like his photos
You know that moment you walk into a restaurant to meet a new guy—with whom you've been messaging for a week—and when you see each other in person for the first time there's an instant connection and you just know he's the one? No? Yeah, me neither. I'm fairly certain those … [Read more...]
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A few months ago—New Year's Eve, to be exact—I posted this satirical photo to Instagram and captioned it with a declaration about spending the last night of the year by myself. I was wearing a sweatshirt, drinking from a bottle of wine and donning a festive NYE tiara. I was alone … [Read more...]


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EARTO calls for higher budget for Horizon Europe
In a press release on 4 May 2018, EARTO, the European Association of Research and Technology Organisations, commented on the European Commission's proposal for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2021-27 with regard to the budget for research. While acknowledging the increase of 27% in the Framework Programme budget in current prices, EARTO points out that, assuming an inflation of 2% per year, the €97.6 billion figure falls to €86.6 billion in 2018 prices, which would mean an increase of only 12%. The association states that it is difficult at this point in time to make proper comparisons with the figures currently available.
EARTO stresses that it is still strongly supporting a significantly increased budget for Research & Innovation under the next MFF, quoting the OECD and an EC Report which showed that investing in RD&I makes a difference through enhancing productivity, boosting industrial competitiveness, solving societal challenges, maximising impact on citizens' everyday lives. EARTO therefore calls on Member States and the European Parliament (EP) to ensure that investing in RD&I truly is a key priority for Europe's future, and urges the EP to stand strong on its €120 billion figure and the Member States to be more ambitious towards spending 3% of EU GDP on RD&I during the coming negotiation period.
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Democrats Signal Utah Not "Off-Limits"
SALT LAKE CITY – The "blues" are wading deep into the "red" today (Friday) in Salt Lake City.
Democrats are in town for their party chair meeting, a decision that had some scratching their heads.
But Maryann Martindale, executive director of Alliance for a Better Utah, says that no matter which party you identify with, she believes there's always room for improvement.
"It's great that they are coming here. It's great that they are acknowledging that Utah isn't just a lost cause for anyone other than an extreme Republican Party; but there's a long way to go. It's certainly not going to be fixed with one meeting, with national leaders."
Martindale says record low turnout in the presidential election is a sign that Utah voters are being turned off by one-party rule. Nearly 200 Democratic Party leaders from across the nation are expected to attend the meetings, which run through Sunday.
Martindale says wide-ranging input is particularly important when states are making decisions about what she calls equality issues.
"Educational reform and funding, immigration reform – those are issues that benefit from a full, diverse, robust discussion. Whenever you have a single party speaking on behalf of an entire state – you don't have any balance to those discussions."
Martindale points out that Utah is ripe for balancing the political scales because currently more voters identify themselves as Independents rather than with either party.


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Article by Aditi Shrikant
When I graduated college and decide to pursue a career in writing, I knew I would not be making a lot of money. What I didn't anticipate was how bad that would make me feel. While all of my friends were taking girls' trips to Miami and moving into one-bedroom apartments, I was sharing a bathroom with three other people and calculating whether I had enough money to fly home for Christmas.
After a while, it became hard not to equate my value as a person with my value as an employee, and my negative attitude about both spilled into my personal relationships. I would have a bad day at work and find myself snapping at my roommates or whatever family member had the audacity to call me and see how I was doing.
It was only when I started to focus on the value I had in all parts of my life – not just the ones I was paid for – that my net worth stopped dictating how I treated people and how I treated myself. Here are four tips to help you keep your net worth from deciding your self-worth.
1. Understand Your Market Value
If you choose to enter a competitive field, sometimes you will have to make financial sacrifices. Half of New York City seemed to be pursuing a career in writing alongside me. This meant that I was easily replaceable and didn't have the leverage to ask for a whole lot of money. Those were, and still are, realities I had to face every day.
If you feel you are being legitimately undervalued at your job, talk to someone about it. A mentor, the person who holds the position right above yours – someone who will be honest with you about what you should be getting paid and how to ask your employer for more if your salary is not meeting those goals.
Once you flesh out what your market value is, it will be easy to feel less hurt by how much money you are making. Your salary doesn't define you, and it shouldn't be your only source of happiness. Your market value is just that – your value in a specific market. Don't make it more than it is.
2. Don't Bring Your Work Home
When you make a mistake at work, there are two things you need to do: Learn from it and then let it go. According to Gail Saltz, M.D., associate professor of psychiatry at The New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill-Cornell Medical College, work stress "does damage. It causes a rise in blood pressure, G.I. issues, and brain cell death over the long haul."
In other words, work life causes a lot of physical and mental stress. Because we don't want to show any stress or anxiety at work, we often end up bringing that stress home. We can fall into cycles of slipping up at work, being in a bad mood in our personal lives because of it, and feeling guilty about both. If you keep your work mistakes at work and out of the home, you'll be less likely to conflate the value of the two.
3. Engage in Fulfilling Activities That Are Not Your Job
The easiest way to feel more valuable is to find joy and purpose in an activity that does not earn you money. A common and worthy suggestion is volunteer work. According to HelpGuide.org, "Volunteering also provides you with renewed creativity, motivation, and vision that can carry over into your personal and professional life."
If you don't feel like you can commit to volunteering, try picking up an old hobby. Creating something on which you won't be judged gives meaning to how you spend your time and how you value yourself. You are more than what your company pays you – it might just take you picking up knitting to believe it!
4. Don't Compare Your Market Value to Others'
This may seem obvious, but making a conscious effort to focus only on your own progress each day is actually a lot of work. There are endless numbers of people to whom you can compare yourself, and it's likely you will compare yourself to someone who has accomplished something you wish you did.
Comparing yourself to others can keep you from being genuinely happy for those who are progressing. Set personal goals for yourself that have nothing to do with those around you, and you will be more willing to celebrate your own – and others' – accomplishments.
A version of this article originally appeared on SUCCESS.com.


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Spring Ball raises £2,000
March 2016
A Spring Ball held at Tern Hill Hall, Shropshire Saturday 5th March 2016 raised almost £2,000 for the PKD Charity.
The event was organised by Fundraising and Events Manager, Esther Wright as part of her London Marathon fundraising. The event was really well supported with Trustees from the charity, friends, family and guests enjoying a great evening with a live band and some fabulous prizes donated by local businesses.
Images courtesy of "Complete Photography"
To sponsor Esther or to find out more about her London Marathon journey visit https://www.justgiving.com/Esther-Wright1/


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The Great Garden Adventure is on right now at RHS Garden Wisley and there's loads of different activities to make sure your summer's anything but dull.
Every day over summer you can get involved with sow & grow sessions, amazing birds of prey demonstrations, music and storytelling, outdoor games, indoor craft activities and much more!
The Garden Games are on every day and let you try your hand at croquet, challenge your family to a game of skittles and even put on your own sports day.
If you see yourself as a bit of an explorer then you'll want to try out one of these sessions – Air Explorer Wed 24 July – Fri 26 July, Plant Explorer Mon 29 July – Sat 3rd Aug, Soil Explorer Mon 5 Aug – Thu 8 Aug, Animal Explorer Mon 12 Aug –Sun 18 Aug, Insect Explorer Mon 19 Aug – Fri 23 Aug, Underwater Explorer Mon 26 Aug – Thu 29 Aug.
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If You Missed Episode 36 (Click Here)
Episode 37
I was in the hotel room with guess who? "Emmy" babe
was developing into a super woman with
big boobs
and ass and so many other goodies that were
reserved explicitly for women. But we weren't alone in
the room. I am with my friend Dave and because we
wanted to cut down cost on the hotel room pricing,
the three of us decided to sleep in the same hotel. The
funny thing is that we had sex while Dave was writing
about his project defense.
"You wan kill the girl?" He asked while laughing
"Is it your pvssy" Emmy replied on my behalf "If you
want to taste it, you beg before entering, not using
style to beg just to taste it" She said while she was
rubbing my dick up and down. I wasn't really
interested in what Dave was saying due to the
intensity of pleasure I was feeling.
"Can he join?" Emmy asked. I was super surprised at
the question because I never expected my girlfriend to
ask me if I should allow another guy sleep with her.
"What?" I yelled softly to avoid Dave hearing it. I
looked at her with a weird look and couldn't just
believe my ears once more.
"But you slept me my own friend, why can it also
happen with me?" She asked with a mean look on her
face. I squeezed her breast hard that she shouted real
bad before I left the bed to the bathroom to ease
myself. I came back and saw her inserting a Love
Machine into her pvssy.
"What are you doing for fvck sake"? I asked with a
disgusting face. Dave immediately looked back and
saw her before he bursted into laughter.
"You wan fvck?" I asked Dave who gave me a "Are
you sure" look before standing up already erected. He
walked majestically to the bed like a hungry lion that
just saw a prey. Having heard about his sexual
escapades, I knew Emmy was in for a long thing.
"Auuch… my god, baby help me" were the sounds that
filled the room. I just stood at a corner, stroking my
dick as I watched a live porn session. It wasn't long
before she started vibrating like someone undergoing a
deliverance session.
"yeap baby… you are the best" Emmy kept yelling. I
didn't know whether to stop the both of them or allow
them continue with their fun. It was a lovely sight to
behold and I allowed them have their fun. The
highlight of the show was watching Emmy squirting so
bad as Dave kept digging right between her legs. I
quickly ejaculated using my hands and went to the
bathroom to wash off, only to come back and find
Emmy and Dave cuddling so bad even to the extent of
"I think you fvck better" Emmy told Dave. I just kept
my cool and smiled along.
"No, your boyfriend fvcks better" Dave said while
trying to sound nice. We didn't spend much time
because she had to go back to her school that same
day, and I knew that was the last time we would have
anything in common again.
"If you like love me or not, I fvcked your friend and it
gave me joy" Those were her last words before she
entered into her cab and drove.
"Omo your babe try oo" Dave said, I didn't know
whether to give him a slap, blow or both of them
"When we go fvck your own babe?" I asked Dave,
"Nooo, my babe no be that kind person oo" Dave
replied with humor
"Wow, so na my babe come be everybody property
shebi?" I asked with anger
"But na you tell me to come fvck na" Dave asked with
hands wide opened and which he stroke his balls in a
conquerors manner. I just smiled and left him to savor
the sweet moments he just had. Our stay at the hotel
was getting closer, and we had to go back to school
to focus on our final exam that was approaching. All
hands were on deck to ensure that nobody had any
reason to come back to that shithole school.
Everybody read like it was a life and death exam, and I
wasn't excluded. Mine was even more because, I
needed a first class G.P to make a second class(2.1)
upper division in my total Gp.
Calls were coming in from everywhere few days to our
degree exams. Prayers upon prayers, fasting upon
fasting, vigils upon vigils. I almost had ulcer during
that period because the kinda fasting that was going
on was enough to move a mountain physically. Even
known sinners were attending church than the pastors.
Prayers were always held in groups and everybody
became a child of God just before the exams.
"Who go fail go fail" Oti would always say. Those guys
who already knew they weren't graduating would be
consoling themselves with the fact that lots of people
were in their shoes already. Days to the exam, I no
longer slept in my room; I was rotating between library
and night classes, and I barely even had my bath.
Exams came and went, and the memories that
followed after the last paper was a joy to behold. The
beatings, pouring of water, snapping of pictures and
the opportunity to touch that girl you have been
eyeing. The amount of breast I handled that day was
just too many to be counted. Even during the course
of celebrating, some girls were getting fingered directly
inside their pussy. It would have been a sex galore
that night, but due to the nature of the school, the
excitements died down after few hours of celebration
and every other jubilation was mild and low-key.
We had the opportunity as recent graduates to leave
the school anytime we wanted, so as to focus more
on building our projects. 2go social site wasn't of
more fun again, so a friend introduced me to a more
matured site called Badoo. I was now on Badoo
almost all the time looking for a girl to catch and
probably date, due to the lack of girls around. Luck
bounced on me, and I finally started talking to one
average looking "girl" named Kenny.
"I will be in town for three days, so as to work on my
project before going back to school" I told Kenny after
she had given me her number. The first time I heard
her voice on phone, I knew this wasn't just a "girl",
but I kept cool.
*****Few months later*******
I was in house as a full blown graduate and was sex
chatting at night with my new catch Kenny. We were
exchanging nude pictures and the kind of pussy she
was passing out to my phone made me wonder if
actually she was who she said she is.
"Baby, how old are you again" I asked her on BBM
"I am 25" She replied. "Hope you know you are older
than I am" I asked again, not to create any iota of
doubt, and she replied positive.
"Your dick looks older than your age" She replied back.
I was already stroking my dick and was anticipating
our next meeting and all the things she promised
would come with the meeting. On the D-day she
promised she would be coming around, I quickly got a
clean shave, relaxed my hair and was good to go. I
quickly hired a cab and went to the destination she
requested I wait for her. I landed at the destination
and waited for her patiently around one of the eateries
there. Few minutes later, I got a call from here,
requesting I come out to the parking lot of the eatery.
I was still answering the phone while moving out and
looking around the whole place for her. I knew she had
seen me, and for her to continue with the call meant
she loved what she was seeing.
"Look at the red car at your left" She said on phone. I
looked towards my left side and saw a hand waving
and guess what?
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With the international spotlight on the detention of artist Ai Weiwei, some people have asked how relevant he is to current Chinese society, when so few Chinese people know about him or his work. The Foreign Ministry spokesperson told foreign reporters that Chinese people are "baffled" by the international support for Ai:
Hong said the Chinese people are baffled by the outcry from Washington and other Western governments after Ai's arrest nine days ago. And he questioned why some people in some countries treat a crime suspect as a hero, adding that the Chinese people are unhappy about international support for the outspoken government critic.
Evan Osnos, who profiled the artist for the New Yorker last year, puts forth his argument for why Ai Weiwei matters:
As an undisguised member of the his-case-is-important camp, I thought it might be worthwhile to lay out some of the issues at stake. The "mainstream" problem: In an English editorial last week, the state-backed Global Times declared, "Ai once said China was living in a 'crazy, black' era. This is not the mainstream perception among Chinese society." A version of that argument, circulated among foreigners, holds that "none of my Chinese colleagues in our office have heard of Ai Weiwei," so treating his detention as front-page news is out of proportion to the overall improvement in Chinese standards of living. But this definition of the Chinese mainstream is thin. The collapse of schools in the Sichuan earthquake was an event that captivated Chinese national attention, but when Ai undertook a campaign to publicize the names of the children who died in those schools—or his myriad other political-art projects in recent years—the Chinese press was largely barred from writing about his work. (I discussed Ai's activism at length in a Profile in The New Yorker last year.) It should come as no surprise that he is not a household name, even if the issues he addresses resonate broadly.
Meanwhile, another activist who was released from police detention recently spoke with reporters and said during his interrogation, security officials were most concerned about linkages between between domestic and international players, and that concern is what is driving the government's current crackdown on dissent. From the Guardian:
Liu, a gravel-voiced, charismatic agitator for petitioners' rights, was taken from his family on 18 February. Police bundled him into a van and locked him in a hotel room in south Beijing. For six days, police interrogators showed him pictures of dissidents, human rights lawyers and activists, seeking information about their mutual contacts, beliefs and plans, Liu told Reuters at his home in Beijing where he was recovering after his release from 45 days in detention. The police have been hunting for evidence of a web of conspiracy bringing together domestic and foreign foes that the Chinese government believes are behind Middle East-inspired calls for "jasmine revolution" protests against the party. "They took out picture after picture, mainly of democracy activists and rights defenders, and asked about each of them," said Liu who walks on crutches after a leg injury sustained in a protest over the demolition of a former home. "They were trying to build up links among everybody, trying to get me to tell them who was supporting what." Chinese leaders believe domestic enemies, their foreign backers and western governments are scheming to undermine and ultimately topple the Communist party. Recent speeches and articles by security officials echo this anxiety, with warnings of subversive plots backed by western "anti-China" forces.
At China Youren, Julen Madariaga takes issue with Osnos:
… [It] is fair to say that he addresses the issue effectively.
The trouble is, I don't think he chose the right issue to address. Many of us who (mildly) oppose all this Ai Weiwei fad don't do so on the grounds of irrelevance, but for other more important reasons. In particular, we fear that the disproportionate focus of Western media on characters like Nobel Liu XB or Ai WW is counterproductive, and it can undermine the democratic dissidence in China …
The point is, Liu and Ai do not stand for what most open-minded Chinese people want: pragmatic policy and progressive change. We choose to highlight these two characters not because they represent a Chinese ideal, but because they represent our ideal of what the average Chinese dissident should be. And I am afraid, by doing so we are pushing China even further apart from us.


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Inflatable hot tubs and winter seem like a perfect match!
Stepping out into the cold without any clothes brings a rush to the senses. The tub is filled with warm water, and the steam looks so inviting. You slip in and immediately feel relaxing warmth as the water caresses your very soul. It literally melts away the stress and soothes your aching muscles.
But wait. Did you know that most inflatable hot tub manufacturers such as Intex, Coleman and SaluSpa aren't designed for outdoor winter use? If you look closely at the instruction manual and warnings, it clearly states that their hot tubs should not be used at temperatures 40 degrees F and below.
If you think about it, 40 degrees F isn't even that cold. People who have invested in an inflatable hot tub and live in colder climates should have every reason to use it when temperatures are plummeting. After all, isn't this one of the joys and luxuries of a hot tub?
So, the question remains – can you use an inflatable hot tub in winter?
The answer is a resounding Yes!
All you need is to follow a simple hack. Keep in mind that none of the hot tub manufacturers recommend this, so it goes without saying that you do this at your own risk. Basic electrical and plumbing skills are also needed to make this happen. If you're not that knowledgeable with a bit of DIY plumbing and wiring, we suggest you call a professional.
When you get everything right though, you'll have your own inflatable hot tub that you can use during the coldest times of the year.
You'd be surprised to know that the main concern in using a hot tub in winter isn't the insulation or that the materials aren't durable enough- it's the motor mechanism that you should look out for. These types of motors aren't suited for running in extreme cold, and as a result could break down prematurely.
Water inside the tub should stay relatively warm at 104 degrees if you put the cover on, but manufacturers suggest that you pack up and disassemble your tub when the winter comes.
Most inflatable hot tub manufacturers today have all-in-one control panels that are handled by the motor unit. While this may be convenient, the only issue is that it's not suited for multi-tasking. The blowermechanism that inflates the hot tub is the same one that heats up the water, circulates it and generates the bubbles. You won't be able to do several things at once, i.e., turn on the bubbles while heating the water to your preferred temperature.
When faced with a colder environment, this becomes a problem. Taking the cover off will turn the water cold pretty quickly. Turning on both the bubble jet and the heater is out of the question (remember the all-in-one mechanism?). Sure, you can get things going with the bubble jet first and the heater later, but then it will start to feel like you're just bathing than relaxing in a hot tub.
Is there a solution to this multi-tasking problem? You bet there is. Our inflatable hot tub hack will allow you to use your tub even during the coldest days. After a few tweaks you'll be able to heat your tub much faster for less.
Here's what you'll need to use your inflatable hot tub in winter…
First up, we have the 1″ EPS foam board insulation. It typically looks like this and it comes in several size options. This material can be easily obtained at the nearest home improvement or general goods store.
You will need several sheets depending on your hot tub size. Take a measurement of your inflatable hot tub at the widest point. Divide the result by two and you'll have the size. Or, you can look up the tub's manual to get it. From there, you'll have an idea of just how many foam boards you'll need. Get the 4 x 4s or the 4 x 8 ones and ensure you have enough to make a sufficient base for your hot tub.
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The tankless water heater can also save you money as it's relatively cheaper than your pump's regular heating unit. Moreover, you can save more as you can switch to either electricity or propane, whichever is cheaper and more accessible.
The EcoTemp does an excellent job of heating up your inflatable hot tub as compared to the stock unit. You can look at other options, but we recommend EcoTemp because it's affordable, works great with a hot tub setup and has a low profile.
The Flojet Automatic Water System 2.9 GPM 12v has worked very well with our setup in circulating cold water out while introducing hot water in. You can choose other water pumps but remember to get the one that has the same pumping power.
We recommend you using the Kastar LCD AC Adapter 12v 6A with a 3-Prong Power Supply, the same one that we used in our inflatable hot tub setup. Other converters of the same calibre should provide the same function. The AC adapter allows you to plug the pump in any electrical socket nearby.
The JVR Timer Switch can be used to automate the whole process and allow you to connect your pumps straight to the AC Adapter.
Remember the wiring skills earlier? You'll need that here. Take heed and seek the help of a professional if you don't know what you're doing.
The hoses are for connecting to the pump. You'll need a half-inch diameter hose measuring approximately 20 feet in length. A regular garden hose can work in a pinch, but then you'd need to secure the hose to the pump via an adapter.
The DIY approach is to take a half-inch diameter hose and cut the hose in two. Then, tie one end of the hose to the pump.
Using a clear hose adds to the aesthetic appeal but it's not totally required. Any garden hose should work fine in this setup. Just make sure that it fits snugly to the pump via the right adapter.
You will need a 20 Gallon Propane Tank for this inflatable hot tub hack to work.
This component is readily available at most local groceries, home improvement and hardware stores around you. The standard 20 gal propane tank is the same one that's used in propane-powered gas grills.
Also, get an extra propane hose if you don't already have one.
We used the Garden Treasures Steel Propane Tank Table Hideaway Cover, but as always you can choose one that's to your liking.
The cover serves an aesthetic addition for cleaning up your system's look. The box trims up the mess and makes for an extra surface, to boot.
Most manufacturers have built-in insulation barriers that come between the inflatable hot tub and the ground. The only problem is that these mats, or disks get overwhelmed when they're subjected to colder temperatures.
So to start things off you'll need to reinforce this particular element in your hot tub.
Your foam insulating base should cover the whole size of your tub; a little bit of extra allowance is perfectly acceptable. Here's an easy way on how you can create a circle- gently put a nail into the foam board and tie a string around it. Tie a pen or a marker at the other and make a circle. Using an X-acto or a razor knife, cut out the right-sized foam insulation for your hot tub. You'll probably need a few sheets depending on your hot tub's size; apply duct tape to secure them together.
You'll have an easier time slipping the foam boards under your tub if it's empty, so time this project for when you need to replace the water. Place the ground mat, then install an insulation layer on top. Then, put your inflatable hot tub on top. You should have a stronger barrier for keeping the cold out when winter comes.
Fit the Ecotank L5 Propane Tank in the housing and run your tub's hose to the tankless water heater. You can choose to install the Ecotank L5 to the propane tank's housing.
Connect the pump to your Ecotank, then put the two lengths together using hose clamps if needed. Both hose lengths go into the inflatable hot tub. When you turn on the pump, water passes through the tankless water heater, which then gets heated as it fills your tub.
The 12v Switch wiring connection will be a bit difficult, but here's a video that should make sense of it all. The video recommends other wiring procedure videos if you haven't grasped the concept in full, here. Basically, you'll need to wire the switch property through the use case.
No idea on how to do the wiring? Don't panic. Seek the help of a professional electrician for this step.
Thread the 12v Kastar to your AC adapter so the pump gets the juice from the plug-in unit.
That's it! You're done and ready to enjoy a hot, relaxing session in the middle of winter!
The new setup has some similarities to the default heating system. Turn the tub off outside and the water inside the pump and hose could freeze and cause damage to the internal mechanism.
Here are a few precautions you can take to prevent this. First, simply empty out the water inside the system after using and before storing. When the cold season has passed then you'll still be able to use your inflatable hot tub.
Or, you can continue running the pump and using the internal heating system instead of the tankless water heater. This ensures that the water stays warm and the innards will be left undamaged.
Once you've completed this hot tub setup you'll be able to turn on the Ecotank to get hot water flowing even if the outside temperature falls under 40 degrees. What's more, you can enjoy the heating while the bubble jets are turned on for the ultimate experience!
Always remember to empty out all the water or turn on the default heating system to keep the water from freezing and damaging the internal mechanism of your hot tub. You can monitor current weather conditions and temperature with the help of a wireless weather station, i.e., the AcuRite Weather Station.
Our hack has proven to be much more efficient in heating hot tubs than most inflatable spas! In just 2 to 3 minutes you can dive right in and enjoy the water. Moreover, heating costs are significantly lowered because you'll be using propane as compared to electricity.
Last but not the least, heed the expertise of a professional electrician or plumber if you have no clue how to do the wiring. Watch the videos to get a thorough understanding before attempting the wiring process.
Like the idea of having an inflatable hot tub to use in the colder months? We have the best inflatable hot tub reviews right here.
Good luck and enjoy your winter hot tub experience!


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$39 billion takeover of T-Mobile by AT&T should or should not take place. Consumers have the most to win or lose here, yet we are resigned to watching from the sidelines as both sides lob countless facts and stats at each other like volleys in a tennis match.
If you look at the merger process as a stairway to climb up, AT&T is still near the very bottom. Every rung will be full of intense scrutiny as it is: if the two companies are allowed to merge, the national GSM market becomes a monopoly, and the wireless industry as a whole would shift to only three national players plus a handful of less-influential regional carriers. The carrier's going to blow as much as $6 billion if the merger is not approved -- almost enough to buy Skype -- it can't just expect to put up some feel-good facts and stats to win the hearts of the decision-makers.
AT&T has to be absolutely sure it'll come out victorious in the war, else it risks losing the trust (and money) of its shareholders. But to accomplish such a feat, it has to be on top of its game. There was no better time to show off what it's made of than last week's Senate Judiciary Committee hearing conducted by the Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy and Consumer Rights. When the Committee entitles a hearing "Is Humpty Dumpty Being Put Back Together Again?," it's either exercising a sense of humor or a preconceived notion of the merger due to the implication that Ma Bell is simply reforming. CEO Randall Stephenson appeared as a sacrificial lamb, going before Congress and his opponents to explain his side of the story, answer hardball questions, and endure a hard-hitting round of criticism. Continue reading as we take you topic by topic and examine what he -- and his opponents -- had to say about the merger.


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The sign for Red Tomato Spaghetti House is in English and Chinese, but the menu is straight-up Italian, a nice option for San Gabriel Valley dwellers, says Chandavkl.
OK, so there are a handful of Chinese dishes, like Hainanese chicken, and you can get Japanese tofu pasta if you want it. But farfalle with crab and corn, a special, compares well with a favorite dish at Farfalla, and the owner emphasizes that they make their own sauces. The pasta selection is fairly standard—linguine with clams, fettuccine Alfredo, lasagne, ravioli, spaghetti Bolognese—about 15 choices in all.
Appetizers are a bit more eclectic, but the chicken quesadillas and smoked salmon carpaccio are pretty tasty.
Entrees are $6.95 and $7.95 at lunch, $2 more at dinner; appetizers are $4.95 to $6.95; and the portions are generous.
Red Tomato Spaghetti House [San Gabriel Valley]
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Promise, trust and evolution : managing the commons of South Asia / edited by Narpat Jodha, Rucha Ghate and Pranab Mukhopadhyay.
Contributor(s): Jodha, N. S | Ghate, Rucha S. (Rucha Suresh) | Mukhopadhyay, PranabMaterial type: TextLanguage: English Publisher: Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2007Description: xiv, 402 p. ; 24 cmISBN: 9780199213832 (hbk.); 0199213836 (hbk.)Subject(s): Natural resources, Communal -- South Asia | Commons -- South Asia | South Asia -- Economic conditionsDDC classification: 333.254 Online resources: WorldCat details | E-Book Fulltext
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Common property resources: economic analytics / Partha Dasgupta --
Some places again; a 'restricted' revisit to dry regions of India / Narpat S. Jodha --
Decentralization, devolution, and collective action --
a review of international experience / Priya Shyamsundar --
Does afforestation ensure sustainability? A study of the haors of Bangladesh / A.K. Enamul Haque --
A tale of three villages: practised forestry in India / Rucha Ghate --
The Stake-Net Fishery Association of Negombo Lagoon, Sri Lanka: why has it survived over 250 years and will it survive another 100 years? / Asha Gunawardena, Paul Steele --
Transaction costs and institutional innovation: sustainability of tank aquaculture in Sri Lanka / Athula Senaratne, Kalpa Karunanayake --
Irrigation management --
Does bottom up work better than top down in Sri Lanka? / Gamini Herath --
Heterogeneity, commons, and privatization: agrarian institutional change in Goa / Pranab Mukhopadhyay --
Is cooperation costly with diverse economic agents? / Bhim Adhikari --
Who pays for conservation: evidence from forestry in Nepal / Arun Khatri-Chhetri --
Community tanks vs private wells: coping strategics and sustainability issues in South India / R. Balasubramanian --
Tradition and sovereignty: conflicts over the forests of Dir-Kohistan / Shaheen Rafi Khan --
Is the state passé? Competing domains in forestry in Orissa / Arabinda Mishra --
Efficiency and low costs under non-limiting supply conditions in Bhutan / Edward L. Webb, Lam Dorji --
So far so good: next steps in community forestry / Keshav Raj Kanel. Table of contents
"From land management to water rights, this volume looks at the current status of Common Property Resources, or CPRs, in South Asia. Developed countries, have managed to establish well-defined property rights over numerous resources and in some instances extended non-exclusionary rights over privately owned resources over an extended period of time. In the developing world, however, the share of community property is extensive, either as a response to an expanding market or because the exposure to markets in still in its nascent stage. This coupled with the demands of globalization, has led to the co-existence of both community ownership of resources as well as an evolving private property rights market. This tension between public versus private ownership rights is particularly relevant in the developing countries of South Asia, not only because of its shared history but also because of its resources frequently cross national boundaries. This book tells the story of CPRs and the commons in a rapidly changing South Asia. Including contributions from those working with natural resources in Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, the papers discuss issues such as equity in distribution; efficiency and productivity of resources; sustainability of resources; and institutional transition and governance."--Jacket.
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Last week the web was awash with iPad news. Some news was positive while other news not so positive due to the relatively high iPad power requirements for recharging from PC USB 2.0 ports. Yahoo News has a good report with the most important details.
Here's a summary: PCs with normal USB 2.0 ports offer only 500mA (0.5A x 5V = 2.5W) and this is not enough to charge the iPad while it is being used (while it is On), but allows for a trickle charge (read slow charge) it when it is shut down (while it is Off) . Some new Apple systems offer 1,100mA (1.1A x 5V = 5.5W) and this is apparently enough to fully charge the iPad while it is being used (On) and when it is shut down (Off) in a couple of hours.
GIGABYTE 3x USB Power
So here's the good news: GIGABYTE USB 3.0 motherboards feature a very unique technology that we call 3x USB power. This essentially triples the amperage from the USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports in the I/O panel and also from the onboard headers that provide front panel USB ports. That means that we can provide 1,500mA (1.5A x 5V = 7.5W) from our USB 2.0 ports and 2,700mA (2.7A x 5V = 13.5W) from our USB 3.0 ports. Of course the device using the USB port dictates how much power it actually draws – we make the additional power available to the device.
So how can you enable iPad charging from your GIGABYTE motherboard? It's simple, any GIGABYTE mobo based on an Intel X58, P55, H57, H55 and AMD 800 series chipset can support iPad charging after you've downloaded and installed the new On/Off Charge driver.
You can also find a video explanation here and we will follow-up with more info and pictures on the GIGABYTE Motherboard Tech Column facebook fan page. The official GIGABYTE news release will be available from here.


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www.routerlogin.net Login for Netgear Router
Follow the below-given steps to setup and login to your router:
www.routerlogin.net is the default web address to log into your Netgear router. For this purpose, you can use any web browser such as Firefox, Explorer, Edge, Safari or Chrome. However, you must make sure that the internet browser you use should be updated as obsolete versions don't support the router login page.
The next step is to navigate to the www.routerlogin.net login page. All you have to do is simply enter routerlogin net in the URL bar and hit the enter key. In case you fail in accessing the login page via a web address, contact our technicians.
Once you are on the login page, type the username and router default password to proceed further. If you access the router login for the very first time, make sure to use the default credentials. Otherwise, enter the current login details. At last, click on the login button.
Have a question or need any assistance? Email us and we will get back to you as soon as possible. firstname.lastname@example.com
Looking for side by side assistance? Interact with our experts using the live chat option. You may start your chat.
Routerlogin.net Login Requires Proper Netgear Router Setup
Prior to accessing the Netgear router login page via the routerlogin.net admin URL, you need to make sure that you have configured your router properly. Here are the instructions for Netgear router setup using the smart wizard:
- First and foremost, create a wired Ethernet connection between your Netgear router and the existing modem.
- Now, turn on your router, modem, and a PC to step into the routerlogin net start page.
- Launch a web browser of your choice on a computer.
- In the address bar, type www.routerlogin.net and hit the Enter key.
- Once you are on the router login page, enter your user ID and password.
- Hit the Log In button.
- You will be landed on the Smart Setup Wizard.
- Click on the Yes button and then the Next button.
- At last, don't forget to save the settings you have made for routerlogin.net setup.
Things for www.routerlogin.net login Access
The Checklist
Prior to access the login webpage, there are various things to consider which result in a successful login. Before anything else, check the web address to be used for routerlogin.net. Of course, it should be correct. You can also look up the manual booklet that you got with your router to find the right web address as well as login IP. What's more, ensure the web browser is up-to-date. Well, these are the basic requirements for routerlogin.net. Other pre-requisites are given below:
Given that router login Netgear is a web-based setup page, so you need an internet connection for accessing it. Let us tell you that the network connection should be constant and fast throughout the router login process. If there is any kind of interruptions, you will not be able to gain access to routerlogin net page.
Netgear router firmware plays a major role when you log in to router. Firmware is a set of instructions stored on your router to ensure its smooth working. Be certain to have the latest version of Netgear router firmware while accessing www.routerlogin.net.
Change Advanced Router Settings through Routerlogin net Login
After routerlogin net login, you can access all the advanced settings of your wireless router. You are able to change the default username and password for routerlogin.net, WiFi network name or SSID and passphrase, firewall settings, MTU size of router, and DHCP client addresses. Other than that, you can go for parental controls setup and download and update the Netgear router firmware. If you are looking to configure your WiFi router as an access point, it is also possible after Netgear WiFi router login. Moreover, router troubleshooting steps are also explained which you can use if http://www.routerlogin.net setup wizard not working. Factory default settings of the router can be restored using the login page. On the off chance that you face issues while modifying the advanced settings, just get in touch with our experts.
Router Login IP
By default, 192.168.1.1 is used for getting access to www.routerlogin.net start page. But that's not necessarily the case. Due to this, various users fail to get access to the login page. If you are also receiving an error while logging in to the router, it indicates that the IP address you use is not correct. In simple words, your router has another IP address. The computer or laptop which you are making use of automatically retrieves the IP i.e. Internet Protocol address from your router.
In case your device is using a static IP address, there is need to configure it to retrieve the IP. So you have to find out the default IP of your router first and then use it to access the routerlogin net login portal. Here are the steps to do so:
- Power on your computer or another WiFi-compatible device.
- Connect it to an available wireless network.
- Open a web browser of your choice.
- Go to routerlogin.net or routerlogin.com.
- A login popup will appear.
- Fill in the username and password.
- Hit the login button.
- The basic home page displays.
- Find the IP address of your router.
Kudos! You can now access the web user interface with great ease.
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Change Netgear Router Default Password
If you have followed the above-mentioned steps carefully, you are now on the routerlogin.net webpage. Changing the default credentials to something else can make your home or office network more secure. But you must know the proper guidelines to change the admin details for routerlogin.com. Here's how to change username and password of Netgear router:
- Use a web browser to get to the routerlogin net login page.
- If you find any difficulty to access the login page, obtain guidance from the instructions mentioned earlier on this webpage.
- Type the default credentials – the username and password for login.
- After logging in, get started with www.routerlogin.net change password process by heading over to the administrative section.
- Click on set password option.
- Type the password you want to use.
- Re-enter the password for security purposes.
- Finally, do not forget to click on save button.
From now onwards, whenever you log in to the router, use router default password. It is suggested you to make a solid and secure password for routerlogin net. Don't use the obvious words as password e.g. your name, spouse's name, your birth date, mobile number, email ID, etc.
Got stuck in the steps? Do not panic at all. Just reach out to our experts right away.
Netgear Router Setup
Usually, Netgear WiFi routers come with an installation CD that makes the setup process a piece of cake. All you need to do is merely insert the installation CD into a PC and walk through the Netgear router setup steps one by one. But mostly, the setup CD gets misplaced, lost, or broken. However, you don't need to worry! You can manually perform the Netgear WiFi router installation by following the steps highlighted below:
- Put your Netgear wireless router on power.
- Take an Ethernet cable and use it to connect your router and modem.
- Turn on your computer or laptop as well.
- Open the WiFi network manager on it and choose your home WiFi network to connect.
- Enter the network password once prompted.
- Pull up an internet browser of your choice.
- Go to routerlogin.net web page.
- Type the username and password into the given fields.
- Hit the Log In button.
- The routerlogin net setup wizard will open.
- Now, walk through the on-screen instructions to complete your Netgear WiFi router setup.
In this way, you can set up your Netgear wireless router with great ease.
Weird 404 Error During Netgear Router Setup?
Most users report that they get a weird 404 error during Netgear router setup. While installing Netgear router through routerlogin.net, the 404 error appears on the screen where the router has to identify your WiFi network. In order to resolve this issue, all you need to do is simply follow the below-given steps:
- Hard refresh your web page again by pressing Ctrl + R keys together on the keyboard.
- Make sure to use the correct DNS servers.
- Delete cache, cookies, and history from the web browser you are using to access the Netgear router setup page.
- Maybe you are using an older version of the web browser which is not compatible with the routerlogin net setup page. So, keep in mind to use only the latest web browser version for Netgear login.
- Disable the proxy server if using and try again.
- Try using another device to access the www.routerlogin.net login web page.
If nothing resolved the issue for you, feel free to contact our expert technicians.
Netgear Router Common Problems and Solutions
1. routerlogin.net cannot connect to internet
Facing issues with internet connectivity even after router setup? If so, try some router troubleshooting steps to fix the problem. First and foremost, make a steady connection between the computer and WiFi router. Now, try accessing the internet. In case you are unable to get the access to internet, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) right away.
It may also happen that you have properly connected the router and computer system but still can't access the internet to access routerlogin net. In this scenario, try rebooting your router. For beginners, rebooting means turning off the router and then turning it back on. Afterward, double check the LED lights on the wireless adapter you make use of. Check the LED lights against Ethernet cable as well if you are using wired connections. Last but not least, verify if the router is receiving a valid IP or not. You can look for the router status on routerlogin.net page.
If none of the troubleshooting steps resolved the internet connectivity issue during router setup, get in touch with our experienced technicians.
Netgear Router Reset
Using the Reset Button
If you are getting errors with routerlogin.net access or router settings, resetting the device to the default factory settings can be the ultimate solution. Here is a list of steps to restore the default values of all router settings:
- Find the reset button on your wireless router.
- Once found, press and hold it for some time.
- Release the button gently.
- Now the router will reboot itself.
After the completion of rebooting, the router will restore the factory default settings. All setting changes will clear. So you have to configure your router once again after router reset.
In case of any trouble, don't hesitate to contact our experts' team. We are a team of proficient and well-trained technicians who work closely with our customers to address and troubleshoot all their issues in the best possible way.
Using routerlogin.net Web GUI
You can also reset your Netgear WiFi router using the default router login web page. All you need to do is simply access routerlogin.net web URL and perform Netgear router reset. Let's have a look at the complete steps to reset your Netgear router:
- Launch an internet browser and access www.routerlogin.net web address.
- On the next window, fill the router login details.
- After successfully logging into the Netgear WiFi router setup page, hit the Reset option.
- Wait for the Netgear router to restore its default factory settings.
Done! Thus, you can reset your Netgear wireless router to the factory settings via the routerlogin.net web page.
2. Can't access routerlogin.net
Unable to access routerlogin net? We've got you covered. Once you enter routerlogin.net in the address bar of an internet browser, you will be redirected to the default login page. But sometimes, you can't log in to your router. It happens due to some common mistakes which users generally commit while accessing the webpage. So if you are getting routerlogin.net not working error, be 100% sure that you are not making these common mistakes:
Do not make such mistakes; otherwise, you will fail to connect to www.routerlogin.net setup again. When you are on the Netgear router login, enter the default username and passphrase to gain access for routerlogin net start. This start setup wizard will present you with on-screen steps for making router setup a successful task. Here are those on-screen instructions:
- Click on next button
- Modify router settings as per your preferences
- Save the customized settings to make them effective
- Select the router start option to verify the network connection
You may come across Netgear router not connecting to internet error, so it is important to check the network connection from time to time.
3. www.routerlogin.net Refused to Connect
This section provides you the detailed troubleshooting steps for resolving the error which says www.routerlogin.net refused to connect. Once this issue has been solved, your network security will automatically be improved. Before accessing the web address, you should consider the following things:
- Make a successful configuration of the router with modem and PC.
- In case there are various WiFi devices in your home, consider turning off the gadgets that are not in the use.
- Apply fluctuation-free and constant power supply to the router so that you face no issues while accessing http://www.routerlogin.net admin panel.
- Keep a certain distance between the router and modem; otherwise, their WiFi signals may clash with one another.
- On the off chance that your router comes with an external antenna, connect it first and then access www.routerlogin.net setup page.
But what if you still get routerlogin.net refused to connect error popup? Take a step ahead and go through the below-mentioned instructions:
- Check the web browser you are making use of. You should use the most recent version of the browser for logging in to the router login page.
- Delete cache, cookies, and history of the web browser you are using and try again.
- Power cycle your router, modem, and other connected devices to your router.
- Turn off the VPN connection if you are using the one in your network.
- Also, check the settings of firewall which you are currently making use of.
- Disable unnecessary add-ons and ad-blocking extensions on your web browser.
- Try using the IP address of router for routerlogin net login.
- Put the latest Netgear router update into practice.
In case the aforementioned steps don't fix the issue, contact our experts and get relevant solutions instantly.
4. Netgear Router Firmware Update
No doubt, after going through the process of www.routerlogin.net change password, the security of your router network improves a lot. But if you find the password change process a bit complex, consider updating your Netgear router firmware to the latest version. Netgear router firmware update not only keeps your router network safe and sound but also improves the internet connectivity. There are a lot of routers which come with a built-in update checker feature that performs the Netgear router firmware update process automatically. When you go to routerlogin.net login page, a popup will show at the top side of screen if a new update is available. Just click on that popup and update Netgear firmware. Here are the complete steps for Netgear firmware update to the latest version:
- Pull up a web browser on your WiFi-compatible device and go to http www routerlogin net admin page.
- Type user ID and Netgear router default password in the given fields.
- Hit the check button. Now, the router looks for information related to Netgear router firmware update.
- In case there is any new update available, it shows a popup asking you if you want to download it.
- Simply click on the yes button.
Now, the downloading process of new firmware version will start. After downloading, install it properly. Restart your router once and it is now ready to use. For any type of technical assistance, consult our experts.
Routerlogin.net Login and Netgear Router Setup: FAQs
1. How to connect Netgear router for setup and installation?
For a hassle-free Netgear router setup, you need to connect your router to the existing modem by following the steps mentioned below:
- Disconnect all the cables connected to your modem and router.
- Now, take an Ethernet cable and insert its one end to the Netgear router and another to the modem.
- After that, provide power supply to your Netgear router and then the modem.
2. Can I change routerlogin.net admin username and password to something else?
Yes, you can change the routerlogin.net admin username and password as per your liking.
3. How do I change the routerlogin.net login password?
- Access routerlogin net start web page via a web browser.
- Hit the Set Password option.
- Now, enter both old and new password.
- At last, hit the Apply button to save your new www.routerlogin.net admin password.
4. I lost my Netgear router configuration CD. What to do?
Worry not! You don't require the configuration CD for Netgear WiFi router setup and installation. With the routerlogin.net admin user interface, you can easily set up your Netgear wireless router. In case of any doubts, reach out to our experts immediately.
5. Why is my Netgear router login password not working?
he first-time Netgear router setup requires you to use the default username and password. However, users often change the default details to secure their network.
In case you have changed the default routerlogin.net password, use it to access the Netgear router login portal.
On the off chance if you are still having trouble while accessing the router login web page, feel free to contact our experts.


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Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh – At first when they came, Dilfaraz, a stout 41-year-old Bangladeshi woman, could not find it in her heart to turn them away. She gave the Rohingyas utensils, mattresses, water, whatever they needed to survive.
"We are not [Buddhists] and we are not Hindu, we are Muslim and as Muslims we should help other Muslims," said the mother of five, who has lived in Kutupalong village since 1999.
Along with neighbouring Balukhali in Cox's Bazar district, it now hosts the largest refugee camp in the world.
But the goodwill towards refugees has soured over the last year.
Like Dilfaraz, Bangladesh is struggling to accommodate over 1 million Rohingya.
The exodus began in August last year as the predominantly Muslim minority fled an army-backed massacre in Buddhist-majority Myanmar.
Most Rohingya are terrified of returning to Myanmar, which has persecuted them for decades, so it remains unclear for how long Cox's Bazar will play host to their suffering.
And while the humanitarian crises at the camp have been documented, a different kind of disaster is brewing.
|About one million Rohingya have sought refuge in Bangladesh after the army violently cracked down on them [Malavika Vyawahare/Al Jazeera]
The hilly tracts of Cox's Bazar could foster an environmental crisis brought on by indiscriminate deforestation and vanishing groundwater reservoirs.
In the long run, this would make the region more prone to the effects of climate change.
If greenhouse gas emissions continue unabated, by 2050, Cox's Bazar will be the worst-hit district in South Asia as average temperatures rise and rainfall patterns become disruptive, a June 2018 World Bank report found. Living standards, measured in household expenditure, could fall by 20 percent by mid-century.
Cox's Bazar, a strip of land wedged between Myanmar to the east and the Bay of Bengal to the west, has sheltered Rohingya refugees over the decades during ethnic clashes in Myanmar.
Some stayed while others returned as tensions subsided.
But this time it is different; entire villages have migrated en masse with little to return to.
|Nur, left and Dilfaraz share a moment, sitting infront of Dilfaraz's house in Kutupalong village [Malavika Vyawahare/Al Jazeera]
Nur, 25, who works for Dilfaraz's brother, and says she is grateful to have support in the form of comfortable shelter.
"I am not being paid, but they helped us out in our time of need," Nur said.
Her family of eight hails from Buthidaung in Myanmar's Rakhine state.
"When we came, it (Cox's Bazar) looked like a jungle, people just choose their own place to build a shelter, and the whole jungle was destroyed," Nur recounted.
The settlement is now spread across 5,800 acres, and much of it cleared forest land.
|Fuel and firewood requirements of the refugees has led to a dramatic rise in demand for wood [Malavika Vyawahare/Al Jazeera]
Over 95 percent of the refugees collect fuelwood directly from the forests or buy it in the market. A tiny fraction use LPG cylinders (liquefied petroleum gas) provided by NGOs.
The loss of forests and land degradation is dangerous for the precariously placed camps.
"In Bangladesh these are not rocky hills, they are soft soil hills. The stability comes from the roots of the trees, if you cut the trees you have destabilised the terrain and there is a risk of hill collapse," A Atiq Rahman, executive director, Bangladesh Centre for Advanced Studies (BCAS), said.
Vigorous monsoons make the area prone to landslides and there is always the lurking threat of cyclones. Disappearing forests are also a sore spot for locals who have watched a vital resource become scarce.
In the initial months, shallow tube wells that pump water from about 150 feet were constructed quickly with little oversight. Many shallow tube wells could run dry as demand peaks in summer.
In the cramped camps, toilets pits were constructed close to water withdrawal points. Water samples from over 70 percent of wells were contaminated by E. coli, according to WHO.
New tube wells are plumbing deeper into the poorly mapped aquifer.
|A view of the camp [Malavika Vyawahare/Al Jazeera]
Nearby in the camp, a new 650-feet deep hand pump has brought much-needed relief to the refugees.
The initial response in the face of political uncertainty is not translating well into a long-term strategy.
"They are still working in emergency mode," said Saleemul Huq, director of Bangladesh-based International Centre for Climate Change and Development, highlighting the need for environmental monitoring. "The long-term impacts are very uncertain."
The World Bank report does not take into account the impacts of the current refugee influx, but notes that deforestation has led to major landslides and harmed property and water resources in the area.
"Education, access to electricity, water availability, market access and has a greater share of agricultural households, it may, therefore, become more vulnerable to the effects of temperature rise," said Muthukumara Mani, lead author of the World Bank report.
The report recommends investment in socio-economic development to overcome climate change impacts.
But Cox's Bazar will struggle to do that if the refugee situation remains unresolved.
|A view of the Kutupalong Balukhali camp [Malavika Vyawahare/Al Jazeera]
"Poverty may increase due to depletion of assets, labour competition, and the impact of the cyclone and monsoon seasons," a Joint Response Plan 2018 prepared by UN agencies in conjunction with the Bangladeshi government, said, warning that "the current situation risks slowing — and even reversing — efforts towards socio-economic development of the district."
Resentment is brewing among locals as the camps become a fixture of the landscape.
Dilfaraz believes that people living next to the camp have paid the heaviest price, while businesses that support the vast machinery of aid have prospered.
"The Bangladeshi government has to find a solution," she said.
|Mamtaj shows injuries sustained by her daughter Rajia, seven, during the crackdown. At the Kutupalong-Balukhali camp [Ayesha Akter/Al Jazeera]
A plan to repatriate the refugees formulated by the Bangladeshi and Myanmar government, has failed to take off. International agencies have criticised the two governments for ignoring the wishes of the Rohingyas.
Terrors of their homeland continue to haunt refugees. Mamtaj, 30, is the mother of two boys and one girl, but only her seven-year-old daughter survived.
Soldiers shot her husband, she said. Her five-year-old son was snatched from her arms and thrown into a fire. The 11-year old was shot dead.
"There were two men, one held me down by my head and arms and the other raped me," Mamtaj recounted. "I will never go back to Burma."


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Longford Council may switch off
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Longford County Council may be forced into turning street lights off from midnight due to escalating public lighting energy costs.
Details of the possible measures currently being considered by cashstrapped local authority chiefs were disclosed to councillors this week in a report illustrating Longford County Council's present day energy cost demands.
The two page summary aimed at revealing advances made concerning public lighting issues in Longford town housing estate, 'The Demesne' revealed that Longford County Council has spent over €800,000 on public lighting costs in the last three years alone.
In 2010, the local authority paid out €234,000 with a further €266,730 being handed out in 2011. Last year however, council executives saw those charges break the €300,000 for the first time, courtesy of a €304,600 total outlay.
In a bid to counteract the hefty rise, the council conceded in its progress report that "due consideration" may have to be given to "expanding the policy of turning lights off at midnight".
Part of the recommendations, Director of Services Jack Kilgallon explained was largely down to guidelines set aside in the National Energy Efficiency Action Plan 2009-2020.
To meet the requirements of the plan, Longford County Council is presently looking at ways to introduce energy efficient methods by upgrading its current stock with LED lighting.
Some of those measures have since been rolled out in estates such as The Demesne, leading to increased concerns among local residents about the level of lighting now in place.
"Children are now brought in before it gets dark," said Cllr Sexton at last week's council meeting. "It's that bad children who were out playing during the first week had to use flashlamps.
"Over my dead body will lights be turned off after 12am," she snapped. "Where in the name of almighty God are we going turning lights off in the town? Just because we are trying to reach a 2020 decision that was made by someone. I am making no apologies at all because that policy will have to be scrubbed."
Fine Gael's Peggy Nolan said she also had grave concerns and in an estate that has seen four burglaries being reported since improvement works were carried out before Christmas.
"Never before has that (number of burglaries) happened. It's unacceptable at the moment and people are not happy," she said.
To curb some of those anxieties, a survey has since recommended the replacement of four lights with substantially more powerful bulbs.
On the topic of turning off lights at midnight in estates up and down the county, council bosses stopped short of confirming whether such a prospect was likely.
"The situation with regard to public lighting and the impact of cost and taking in charge of additional estates is being monitored on an ongoing basis," a council statement read. "Options are regularly considered by the Council in managing this increasingly onerous situation."


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GRAMMY Awards: Cardi B, Bruno Mars, SZA & More Announced as Performers
The program will also feature a powerful message about suicide prevention
The entertainment lineup for "Music's Biggest Night" keeps getting even better. The Recording Academy announced on Tuesday that some of the night's biggest nominees would be performing during the 60th annual ceremony.
Cardi B, Bruno Mars and SZA will each hit the stage at Madison Square Garden for the GRAMMY Awards, according to Tuesday's announcement.
Cardi B, who is nominated for two GRAMMY awards this year (Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song for "Bodak Yellow") will make her debut on the GRAMMY stage.
SZA will also be making her debut on the GRAMMY stage. She is nominated for five awards (including Best New Artist and Best R&B Performance for "The Weekend").
Five-time GRAMMY winner Bruno Mars is no stranger to the GRAMMY stage, as you may recall he performed a tribute to Prince during last year's show. He is nominated for some of 2018's biggest awards (including Album of the Year and Record of the Year for 24K Magic).
In addition to these performances, Logic, Khalid, and Alessia Cara will come together for a powerful performance of their song "1-800-273-8255." They will be joined on stage by a group of suicide attempt and loss survivors to deliver an important message.
Earlier this year, Logic and Khalid were part of our special "I'm Listening" program, which hoped to end the stigma of talking about mental health. The program, which aired on Entercom stations across the country on World Suicide Prevention Day, featured other artists like Halsey, Jack Antonoff, Metallica and more, You can listen to the broadcast by clicking here.
Meanwhile, ImListening.org has links to additional resources and support for those in need.
Additional performances by Kesha, Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee, Childish Gambino, Lady Gaga, Little Big Town, Patti LuPone, P!nk and Ben Platt have also been announced.
The 2018 GRAMMY Awards will broadcast live from New York City's Madison Square Garden at 7:30 PM ET on CBS Sunday, January 28.


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All residents are seen as individuals with their own rights, with likes and dislikes, dreams and ambitions that should be respected. We aim to help each individual resident to achieve or sustain whatever it is that puts a smile on their face.
We want our residents to enjoy their life in our home and have a sense of purpose and self-worth just as they would have done before they had demtia. To achieve this we have set up 'The Club' - an all-day activity program - and for residents with high level dementia we have a Namaste program aimed at providing a dedicated carer who will provide personal care to each resident. Find out more >
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Wordless Wednesday - Sun, Surf, Shells & the Sandy Shores of Sanibel
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Love the photos! So jealous of your warm weather - we are just coming into winter here in Oz and I am soooo cold.ReplyDelete
Love, love, love,love, love Sanibel! I wish I was there right now. Your pictures are gorgeous. I can look at them and kind of transport myself. ahhhh!ReplyDeleteReplies
I am mentally transporting myself there right now! haha! I can not wait to go back - hopefully SOON!Delete
I love Sanibel and the entire Gulf Coast! I went for my first time a few years ago and can't wait to go back! LOVE the shells!!ReplyDelete
What a beautiful trip! I have never been there and now I want to go.ReplyDelete
Beautiful East Coast shores; great photos!ReplyDelete
Cheers from West Coast, Cali!
Beautiful photos! I am so glad you had a good weekend!ReplyDelete
My husband's grandparents have a condo down there (it's being sold right now :sadface:) but DH and I were blessed to go there on our honeymoon!! It was magical there.ReplyDelete
What a fantastic trip!
Thanks for taking the time to visit Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas! I hope you will stay awhile to explore all we have to offer!


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Care Cook Hoping to Handle the Heat Of the Kitchen
Tuesday, March 18th, 2014
on behalf of Bield Housing And Care
A West Lothian chef is hoping to be named the crème de la crème of care cuisine as she makes her debut entry into the industry's most prestigious competition.
Hoping she can handle the heat of the kitchen, Maria Mclean, Chef at Bield's St Andrews Court in Uphall, is competing in the National Association of Care Catering (NACC) Cook Of The Year challenge.
The Scottish heat of the national competition will take place at West Lothian College on 19 March where Maria will battle it out against six others to secure a place at the Grand Final in London in June.
The culinary challengers will take part in a 90 minute 'cook off' where they will be asked to rustle up a tasty two course meal, suitable for four people in the care environment, all for just £6.
Maria said; "I'm thoroughly looking forward to the competition although I must admit the nerves are starting to kick in.
"Cooking is my passion and I absolutely love being able to make some of the residents lives at St Andrews Court that little bit brighter by serving up their favourite meals but this will be an altogether different challenge.
"Designing a menu on such a tight budget has been pretty tough but I'm hoping that what I have created will impress the judges.
"The team at Bield have been absolutely fantastic helping me prepare for the competition and I've even done a mock 'cook off' to see if I could handle the pressure.
"Luckily it went well, and other staff members and residents seemed to enjoy my dishes so fingers crossed the judges will think the same on the day."
Maria's menu consists of a main course of chicken Jacqueline served with duchess potatoes and orange glazed carrots, followed by a dessert of mocha fudge pudding drizzled with crème Anglaise sauce.
Brian Logan, Chief Executive at Bield said, "We are absolutely delighted that Maria is entering the Care Cook of the Year Competition.
"The residents at St Andrews Court always look forward to her meals and definitely think she is capable of impressing the judges.
"Maria always goes out of her way to ensure that residents enjoy their meals and we are hoping her culinary flair will be given the recognition it deserves at the competition and wish her the very best of luck."
Bield – a registered charity – has grown from humble beginnings, starting out with one housing development in Bo'ness to become a major provider of a wide range of housing and services for around 20,000 older people across 22 local authority areas.
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'Poetic justice' perhaps isn't a phrase you would immediately associate with Portugal's Euro 2016 win against host nation France this week.
This year's Euros will be remembered for many things: Iceland, Will Grigg on Fire, tears, and moths. And it prominently didn't begin on a good note, with ugly scenes of fans fighting marring the group stages. It's not a new phenomenon that the gritty realities of the real world are jarringly juxtaposed with the ticker tape escapist one that an international football tournament offers, but for me as an observer from afar, the current geopolitical context gave France 2016 a certain edge. It's perhaps fitting then that there wasn't really an outright favourite this year, and that the tournament wasn't won by the team that played the prettiest football.
As Craig Burley observed, Portugal "bored" their way to the title. For the most part, they were dull. They were not poetic. A team that finishes third in their group, by most people's reckoning, should not go on to win a knock out tournament. A team that could only muster one win within the bounds of 90-minutes, should not go on to win a knock out tournament. Realistically, most of us only began to think that Portugal might win the tournament when they beat tournament darlings Wales in the semi-final.
But Portugal's win is a timely one. And, for the hopeless romantic (a charge I'll occasionally admit to), Ronaldo's moment of finally winning an international trophy – albeit from the sidelines, of all places – was a sight worth seeing. Love him or hate him – and I've criticised him often – he deserves this.
Portugal's win is in keeping with adaptations to Ronaldo's game, in which he has forgone the dynamism and unpredictability he announced himself to the Premier League with as a teenager (Or maybe he hasn't: we've become so accustomed to seeing him perform sumptuous tricks and flicks with the regularity by which you or I might successfully complete a ten-yard pass, that a flurry of stepovers or a backheeled goal are no longer remarkable acts).
We tend to think of Ronaldo as the archetypical individual player, oft' criticised in his youth for being a show pony, with heartstopping skill but little product to show for it (other than that in his hair): this now translates to arriving at games with his noise-cancelling headphones (note the gold tints), Ronaldo the movie and, of course, various brand endorsements cluttering his social media feeds.
But as Enzo pointed out, Euro 2016 cast Ronaldo in a new light: as a leader and, dare I say it, a true team man. He carried Portugal through the tournament both on the pitch and from the sidelines.
Twelve years ago Ronaldo was a promising rookie player coming into the squad at the tail end of Portugal's so-called golden generation, which included Luis Figo, Rui Costa, Deco: all players either at their peak or rapidly approaching it. 2004 was seen as an ideal opportunity for a proud footballing nation to acquire its first international trophy: the tournament's hosts fusing a legendary old guard with exciting young players. Portugal's 2004 story isn't too dissimilar from France's this year; there were plenty of sentimental reasons for the neutral observer to want the host nation to win, only for their relatively dour opponents (back then, of course, Greece) to have discarded the script.
2004 is further echoed in Portugal's 2016 squad. Ronaldo is now the old guard, William Carvalho and João Mário (members of Portugal's 2015 under-21 European Championship finalist team) the new. And it would be remiss not to mention the manner in which Nani, who has always been in Ronaldo's shadow both for Manchester United and Portugal, stepped up today. Ronaldo's insistent strapping of his captain's armband onto Nani before being carried off on a stretcher had a certain symbolic quality to it: this was a chance for Nani to take on the responsibility and promise it was once hoped he'd fulfil.
Paradoxically we speak of Ronaldo in terms of decline. It's testament to the quality of the player that he can score over 50 goals, win the Champions League, become the European Championship's joint leading goalscorer, the leading European Championship appearance holder in a season, and consider this par for the course. But now his relentless focus on targets and statistics give the impression of a man who realises he won't be playing forever, and needs to tick every possible record and achievement off his list as soon as possible.
His graceless tantrum after the Iceland game came, it bears remembering, at a time when Lionel Messi was still playing for Argentina (and so still in with the chance to win an international trophy). This, coupled with the strange hurling of a reporter's microphone into a lake, suggested Ronaldo was a man under pressure – and further accentuated the narrative of decline.
The retirement from international football of Messi, Ronaldo's perpetual rival and point of comparison, marks the beginning of the end of an era. For years we've watched the two compete for team and individual honours in a kind of tit-for-tat: their exchanging of the UEFA Champions League top goalscorer accolade, La Liga, the annual Ballon d'Or race. Whether Messi will succumb to pressure and retract his international retirement remains to be seen, but there's something eerily apt that one of the two undisputed kings of world football finally triumphed in winning an international trophy while the other effectively gave up the chase. If the scenario was mooted a month ago you probably wouldn't have bet on it happening like this. But here we are, with one of the greatest players in the history of the sport retired from international duty at 29, while the other holds a trophy aloft.
It's been a long five weeks in football.
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Bustech drives expansion inter-state
A $2 million South Australian Government grant has kick-started a new advanced manufacturing alliance spearheaded by Queensland's Bustech to deliver the nation's next generation urban transport vehicles.
Bustech, the manufacturing arm of mass transit specialist Transit Australia Group, last year attracted international attention with the successful launch of Australia's first electric bus. The company is Australia's only OEM bus manufacturer, with chassis designed and made domestically. The new agreement will see Bustech continue to charter fresh territory for Australia's manufacturing industry.
Leveraging existing facilities and engineering capability in Adelaide's northern suburbs, Bustech has struck a strategic alliance with Adelaide-based Precision Components, sparking the transition of decades of advanced manufacturing expertise and jobs away from South Australia's automotive industry.
Boosting South Australia's economic plan to generate additional jobs and new opportunities for local suppliers to diversify, the $2 million grant will see the manufacture of four environmentally friendly buses including two advanced diesel buses and two electric buses.
Once built, the State Government will use the buses to trial how electric and low carbon emission buses might be used as part of Adelaide's main public transport network.
Transit Australia Group CEO Michael McGee says the South Australian Government's interest in advanced manufacturing and e-mobility solutions for public transport is inspiring.
"The Adelaide facility is the result of companies collaborating to deliver market-leading products and a government keen to support the manufacture and trial of next generation urban transport vehicles," Mr McGee says.
"It's the first step in a long-running partnership with Precision Components and the South Australian Government to create an advanced manufacturing alliance focussed on e-mobility, transport and energy infrastructure in northern Adelaide."
Mr McGee said it was an example of how governments could attract investment and promote industry.
"We are creating 100 new jobs over the next 18 months and an additional 12 buses are already set for manufacture in Adelaide starting early next year. It's a great example of how pro-business governments can attract investment and generate jobs."
"With Bustech buses being completely Australian designed, engineered and made from the ground up, it's great to keep the skills and labour onshore while delivering the nation's growing requirements for transport products."
Mr McGee says the Adelaide alliance has also strengthened Transit Australia Group's position internationally.
"Adelaide enhances our production capacity for domestic supply and provides genuine export opportunities with our business ventures in New Zealand, Asia and the Middle East."


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Power of Zenn: Life in the Slow Lane
Green Motors in Berkeley has become the number one Zenn car dealer in the nation. Zenn, which stands for "Zero Emission, No Noise," is an electric car manufactured in Canada that costs about $16,000. They come in silver, blue or, natch, green. The Zenn is a two-seat hatchback that runs with an electric motor. There is no transmission which means it does not use gasoline or oil. The Zenn has a range of 30 to 50 miles. A full charge takes about eight hours.
The company started in spring of 2007 when Marc Korchin decided that Berkeley was in need of an electric car dealership. His hunch seems to have been right, and since then Green Motors sales have been good. "In the first six months (of 2008) we sold over three dozen cars," said Korchin.
In this San Francisco Chronicle (SFGate.com) video, Korchin says he believes Green Motors is doing well because people are willing and interested to know more and possibly own an electric car. "I just got into this because I wanted to drive electric myself and I found the interest that people had when seeing my car to be so great that I thought people might want to buy them a little easier than I did."
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