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It is known that as Supreme Court ordered Mumbai Indians to play matches outside Maharashtra, they have chosen Vishakapatnam as their second home. Now Mumbai Indians is in the steel city for few of their upcoming matches.
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Wednesday was Groundhog Day, and Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, so according to legend, winter will extend another six weeks. This winter has not been great for investors, so let us hope his powers of prediction do not extend to the stock market! This superstition may be silly, but there are lessons to learn from Groundhog Day.
Investors are not immune from superstition. Every year we have to endure media references to sell in May and go away, the Santa rally, SuperBowl winners, as goes January so goes the year, and the hemline effect. These superstitions range from the unfounded to the ridiculous. There is not much to learn from them other than how to data-mine spurious relationships, but we can learn something from Groundhog Day… the movie that is.
If you are unfortunate (or fortunate?) enough not to have seen the 1993 Bill Murray classic, Groundhog Day, it is about an intolerable newscaster, Phil, who is condemned to repeating the same day again and again. At first, he becomes increasingly miserable but then uses the opportunity to better himself. It did not occur to me the first time I saw it, but he was apparently in this time loop for decades. The movie does not make this clear but based on the skills he picked up, like French, ice sculpting, and piano, estimates are that he was iterating on this day for decades if not centuries.
As investors, we do not have the luxury of reliving a day to better our returns. But like Phil, we do have the ability to learn from the past. Such is the way of the evidence-based investor. History does not repeat itself, but it often rhymes, and therefore, we can learn from the mistakes and successes of those before us. Avoiding market timing, taking advantage of market volatility, and steering clear of speculation are prime examples of these lessons from history.
Headlines This Week
US stocks ended a rocky week in positive territory despite a big slide on Wednesday. Corporate earnings were a big driver of sentiment, but jobs reports also made some headlines.
Remember the Tech Titans
Netflix (NFLX) started the earnings season for the high-profile tech names on the back foot a couple of weeks ago. It seemed the “pandemic winners” might be in trouble, but it has been a mixed bag since then.
- Meta Platforms (FB), formerly known as Facebook, saw its shares fall over 25% on its earnings report. Investors were not pushing them for the name change but rather for their admission that other social platforms like Tik Tok were eating significantly into their growth.
- Amazon (AMZN) was dragged down with Facebook on Thursday but rebounded off the back of their own earnings report, ending the week up over 10%. A big earnings beat and the continued success of its cloud business impressed investors.
A Tale of Two Jobs Reports
Two jobs reports were out this week which pointed in opposite directions.
- First up was the ADP payroll report on Wednesday. Expectations were for a 200K gain, yet a loss of around 300K jobs was reported.
- On Friday, the more comprehensive Non-Farm Payrolls report was released. The report came in at a positive 467K, much higher than the 155K consensus. In addition, the past two months were revised up by a combined 700K+ jobs. Perhaps most encouraging is that the participation rate ticked up further. Low participation has been one of the challenges of the pandemic.
- These are notoriously volatile reports, so one month does not make a trend, but Friday’s report, with the revisions, does move the needle.
The Winter Soldier
On Wednesday, the original winter soldier, Punxsutawney Phil, ran scared from his shadow signaling another six weeks of winter.
- Phil may be onto something, as a large swath of the country was buried in ice and snow over the past few days.
- In Utica, we have a good 18″ of fresh powder. Time to hit the slopes!
The Week Ahead
Waiting for the Peak
January’s inflation numbers are out next Thursday, with everyone waiting in anticipation to see where the numbers will end up.
- The consumer price index (CPI) is expected to keep climbing and hit 7.2% for January, up from 7% in December.
- The only relief is that it appears the rate of inflation growth seems to be slowing, as the month-on-month rate is expected to come in at 0.4%, which would be the lowest it has been in four months.
- The market will be keen to see when inflation will finally plateau as it will almost certainly dictate how strong the Fed will respond once tapering ends in March.
- In addition to the CPI readings, other domestic data points for next week include the initial jobless claims on Thursday and the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index on Friday.
The 4th Quarter GDP estimate for the United Kingdom will be out on Friday with expectations that the Omicron variant prevented the British economy from gaining any momentum.
- Projections for Q4 GDP growth are at 1.1% quarter-over-quarter, which is at the same pace as Q3.
- The more significant concern, though, is that a contraction of -0.5% for December is forecasted, showing that Omicron has undoubtedly started to pump the brakes on any further growth.
Another Busy Week
Earnings season rolls on as more big names are set to report.
- Companies to look out for include Pfizer (PFE), Peloton (PTON), Toyota (TM), Disney (DIS), Uber (UBER), Coca-Cola (KO), and AstraZeneca (AZN).
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MIAMI -- Milwaukee coach Scott Skiles figured the most logical way to win in Miami would be to keep the Heat from running in their typical high-octane style.
Fortunately for the Bucks, the weary-legged Heat cooperated with that plan.
Brandon Jennings scored 23 points, Ersan Ilyasova added 16 off the bench and the Bucks -- despite shooting 35 percent -- snapped Miami's three-game winning streak with a 91-82 victory on Sunday night. It was the second straight road win for Milwaukee, which started 0-8 away from home and held Miami to a season-low 37 percent from the floor.
"Huge," said Milwaukee guard Shaun Livingston, who started both games, including Friday's win at the New York Knicks. "Especially for us being winless on the road and going 2-0 against two good teams, especially the quality team like the Heat, it's huge for your confidence."
Andrew Bogut scored 13 points for the Bucks, who got 10 apiece from Livingston and Stephen Jackson.
LeBron James finished with 28 points and 13 rebounds for Miami, which had won three straight. Chris Bosh scored 23 for the Heat, who got 12 from Mario Chalmers. Milwaukee turned 22 Miami turnovers into 22 points and the Heat tied an NBA season-low with nine assists, matching their second-lowest total in the franchise's 1,870-game history.
Miami had wins over San Antonio, the Los Angeles Lakers and Philadelphia in a five-day span ending Saturday. And the tanks were apparently emptied.
"We can't make no excuses for ourselves," James said. "But no one had energy from the start of the game to the end."
It was the first time Miami lost this season in seven games without Dwyane Wade, out again with a sprained right ankle.
Miami got within 83-80 with 2:15 left on a pair of free throws by Bosh, before Ilyasova restored Milwaukee's five-point lead with 1:50 left. Miami's next two possessions ended with a turnover and a missed layup by James with three Bucks in pursuit, and Jennings -- who was 5 for 20 -- came up with the clincher.
His putback of a missed three-pointer by Jackson with 39.5 seconds left sealed the win for Milwaukee.
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*Mo Williams scored 19 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, Blake Griffin had 18 points and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers sent the Toronto Raptors to their eighth straight loss, 103-91.
*Paul Pierce had season highs with 34 points and 10 assists to lead the Boston Celtics to a 100-94 victory over the Washington Wizards.
*Deron Williams had 19 points, nine rebounds and 10 assists to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 97-87 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats.

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Good Morning Britain host Ben Shephard was left red-faced this morning after co-host Jonathan Swain ignored his comment during a live link between the studio and location when discussing the cinemas reopening from July 4 in England. Jonathan was in a cinema to speak about the safety measures in place but as he tucked into his popcorn, he appeared to have snubbed Ben leaving co-host Susanna Reid rather tickled by the blunder.
For the past few months, cinemas alongside other entertainment venues have been closed in the UK due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Earlier this week, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced several changes to the hospitality and entertainment industry.
One of those being from July 4 - in England - cinemas will reopen to the public with a number of social distancing measures in place.
ITV correspondent Jonathan was live on location from a newly reopened cinema to bring the presenters up to date with the latest safety measures.
Ben Shephard snubbed by GMB co-host in awkward exchange 'Not interested!'
With the virus halting all filming and production of films across the world, there will be very few films which are new being shown.
Instead, Johnathan revealed fan-favourites and popular classic titles which will be rerun instead.
“Obviously when it comes to the autumn, the film I’ll be waiting to see is James Bond,” the ITV correspondent remarked.
“I was hoping to sit back and relax and maybe watch a bit of it this morning!
“I’ve got the popcorn, the cinema all to myself, but apparently, James Bond’s No Time To Die is under lock and key in a secure vault somewhere.”
“That’s been delayed for a while now hasn’t it, November that’s coming?” Ben asked back.
“Another one of course is Top Gun 2 Maverick, which I think we’re going to have to wait a little bit longer for as well.
"We’ve been desperate to see this in our house.
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“Johnny and I, Jonathan and I have a friend who is a fighter jet pilot who lives by this film - doesn’t he Jonathan?” the presenter remarked.
But his question fell on deaf ears as Jonthan failed to answer. “Oh he’s getting stuck into his popcorn, he's not interested any more,” Ben commented.
“He is, he’s fully absorbed in the screen now!” Susanna added. “Jonathan Swain, thanks very much indeed.”
Those watching at home were divided by the news that cinemas will reopen and discussed the issues on Twitter.
One said: “I’m still not convinced it will be safe to go to cinema.”
“@GMB i refuse to go to any attraction, if my son can have fun and go to a zoo or cinema why cant he get the most important thing he needs right now which is an education @benshephard @susannareid100 #Annoyed,” someone else wrote.
A third added: “I couldn’t think of anywhere worse to go at the moment #cinema @GMB.”
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Derry could receive a public bike sharing scheme, similar to the one made famous by Mayor of London, Boris Johnson.
A scoping exercise into the possibility of such a scheme was proposed at a meeting of Derry City and Strabane District Council’s Business and Culture Committee in Strabane on Tuesday.
Sinn Fein Councillor, Maoliosa McHugh, was perplexed by the proposal.
“It’s hard to walk up Derry’s streets, never mind cycle up them,” said Colr. McHugh.
Members of the committee were told about how popular public hire bike schemes had become throughout Europe.
Any public bike sharing scheme in Derry would be based on projects executed in cities of a similar size to Derry such as Galway, Cork, Limerick and Bath.
A similar project was launched in Belfast in April this year. There are currently 300 bikes available to rent throughout the city.
The Belfast scheme celebrated its 100,000th user in October and is planning to expand the scheme with more bikes and docking stations in new locations.
A council officer told the committee that a public bike sharing scheme would increase the product of Derry’s tourism industry.
The officer also told the committee that the plans for the bike sharing scheme would included electrically powered bikes similar to the ones currently in use in Glenveagh National Park in Co. Donegal.
Committee members were informed about the environmental benefits a bike sharing scheme could have.
A bike sharing scheme would result in more people cycling for utility and leisure; there would be a reduction in city centre traffic congestion; there would be an increase in physical and mental health and CO2 emissions would be reduced, committee members were told.
In order for the bike sharing scheme to proceed DCSDC would have to agree to allow a business case to be developed and for various delivery options, costings and recommendations to be examined.
The committee was told that there was no financial implications at this stage, other than officer time on the development of a business case.
The Belfast bike sharing scheme is sponsored by Coca Cola.
A council officer told the committee that should the Derry bike sharing scheme go ahead, the implementation of the scheme would be dependent on a sponsor.
“A sponsor would be intrinsic to the delivery of the scheme,” maintainedthe council official.

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The small shark is named for its distinct black-tipped fins. Not to be confused with the blacktip shark, a larger species with similar fin coloration, the blacktip reef shark can be found in shallow inshore waters throughout the Indo-Pacific, including coral reefs, reef flats and near drop offs. It may be seen in mangrove areas and even freshwater environments near to shore, moving in and out with the tide. The blacktip reef shark feeds primarily on fish, including many common reef fishes, but will also consume crustaceans, mollusks, and even snakes!
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There is little evidence of territoriality in the grey reef shark; individuals will tolerate others of their species entering and feeding within their home ranges. Off Hawaii, individuals may stay around the same part of the reef for up to three years, while at Rangiroa, they regularly shift their locations by up to 15 km (9.3 mi). Individual grey reef sharks at Enewetak become highly aggressive at specific locations, suggesting they may exhibit dominant behavior over other sharks in their home areas.
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Today is the day. April 16th. Let’s give a HUGE happy release day to Encircled! And to all the Ever Afters. We did it! We were crazy enough to see this thing through. We actually did it. Whooohoo! *insert so many fireworks*
I can’t believe after years in the making the day has finally come. If you would have told me this release of Encircled was going to happen three years ago, I probably would have rolled my eyes. It’s amazing how one idea has led to this, but isn’t that how these kinds of wonderful things happen? This is why it’s so important to chase our dreams and ideas. You have no clue where they could lead, and the only way to find out is to see them through. 🙂
So thrilled right now, and a little sad too. Happy that readers can finally enjoy our book, and kind of sad because that means now that Encircled is done I’m going to miss all the Encircled email exchange between my author friends who’ve each poured so much into this book. Jebraun Clifford, E.J. Kitchens, Laurie Lucking, J.M. Hackman, and S.E. Clancy, I couldn’t be more proud of these talented ladies, or more honored to have worked with them. You guys have no idea how much I’ve learned from you guys, how much I’ve learned from this project, or how much I look up to you all. *gets misty eyed* Ah! Okay. I’ll stop with the sappy stuff for now. Right now, I want to tell all the readers that if you haven’t already gotten your copy, to do so now. It’s hard to be disappointed with a collection like this. Each and every story has something special to offer fans of retellings.
As one of the authors in Encircled, one of my favorite parts about working on this project was getting to read every story first-hand. Whoohoo! First dibs! I can’t say enough goods things about these stories, but let me just pick out a few, hehe. 😊
A Spell’s End (The Nutcracker and the Mouse) by E.J. Kitchens. Such a cute story. Fantastic retelling. This historical fantasy is sure to set you back in its rich setting, and magical realms. All while charming you with an adorable soldier doll. 🙂
Edged in Silver (Snow White) by Laurie Lucking. Ah, I just love that title! This magic portal escape is packed with plenty of romance, enchantments, and humor that’s sure to keep you zipping across the pages.
The Songbird’s Citadel (The Nightingale) by J.M. Hackman. There’s plenty of awe in this story. Action. Engaging plot. You can tell so much imagery and strong storytelling went into it. Ugh! Such beautiful descriptions.
Beyond the Stars, Past the Moons (East of the Sun and West of the Moon) by Jebraun Clifford. A well-crafted sci-fi story that is the perfect balance for Encircled, giving us that extra flavor. This space adventure will keep you both gripped and guessing. I myself wasn’t too familiar with the original story, but I love how it’s lesser-known stories like this will get the curiosity of the reader and hopefully get them to look up these stories for themselves. 🙂
The Last Mrs. Bluebeard (Bluebeard) by S.E. Clancy. What a doozy. A thrilling read, and difficult to pull away from. I loved the suspense, the chill-inducing feels because of a crazy turn of events. And, ahem, I would recommend reading this one in the dark. *grins wickedly*
And finally, my own, A Heart’s Desire (Beauty and the Beast) You, my friends, and readers alike, will get extra bonuses on this retelling below. Because why the heck not, right? 🙂
Fun Facts about A Heart’s Desire
Original title and concept
Before A Heart’s Desire was the final title decision it was first called Ice Blister. I kid you not. The reason it was originally called that was because like in the movie Frozen, I originally wanted a frozen heart concept. I wanted Beast to be cursed with a heart that would slowly turn into a popsicle as his days were numbered. But, I did not go down this direction for obvious reasons. It did seem too similar to Frozen.
One of the biggest struggles I remember having with A Heart’s Desire was dealing with the curse. I could not for the life of me come up with a solution on how Beast would break his curse. I knew I wanted to do something different away from the 1991 Disney movie, which I used heavily as my reference, but I was just coughing up blanks. I think it wasn’t until I came up with the lake of roses scene when things started to tie together.
Speaking of the 1991 Disney movie, which is my absolute favorite Beauty and the Beast story, I also used the classic story Beauty and the Beast by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve as reference. I recommend it to all readers to at least read it once. Yes, it is extremely different than from say Disney’s vision, but it’s fun to pick out the differences and kind of get an idea about what is and what isn’t working. Another movie favorite is La Belle et la Bête. It’s a french movie so unless you know french you’ll have to watch it with captions. But it’s a really great movie with a twist. Highly recommend it.
I had one scene that I wish I could have included. I was not to go over 13k so there was no way I had room for any of these additional scenes. But at least I can show one here. Here’s a deleted scene of Beast introducing Desiree to his horse. POV is Desiree.
Another deleted scene I had enforces the piece above. The concept took place while Desiree was staying with Beast in the castle. A horrible snow storm blew in. Beast watches in horror as it tears away at his barn. Inside his barn is his four beloved horses he grew up with and a goat. As he tries to fight the storm to reach his distressed animal friends the gargoyles grab him and drag him back into the castle. Now it’s up to Desiree to rescue his beloved animals. (This was supposed to be the first introduction to the creepy gargoyles, the second being at the lake, which is included in the final version) I thought the whole scene would’ve been cute after it was all said and done. Plus, it would have shown how much of an animal lover Beast was. But since he has Isa, I guess it still worked out. 🙂
Most ideas came from a dream I had years ago. Back then, I had originally wanted to do a whole Beauty and the Beast novel retelling.
Aside from dreams, my other ideas came from Pinterest, which you can view the board of A Heart’s Desire by clicking this link.
The time it took to write A Heart’s Desire
I believe it was two months to write the rough draft. If I remember correctly (correct me if I’m wrong my critique partners) I believe we gave ourselves a year to decide which retelling we were going to pick and write. Instead of using a huge chunk of that year, of course, I wrote the thing at the last minute. *face palm* This project was intimidating at first. I’d never done a retelling like this before. While I had some ideas, I didn’t know what to write exactly or how to write it. Connecting the dots was quite a process, but so worth it once everything started coming together.
Favorite scenes and regrets
I loved writing that scene that took place in Finn’s room. For some reason the entire Desiree and Finn scene completely spilled out at three in the morning. Why these ideas come to me at ridiculously hours, I have no clue. All I know is I had to write it when I was feeling it. The end result is something I’m so pleased with. My hope is readers love it too. Another favorite scene would be the music room scene where Beast shows Desiree his piano. The gargoyle scene to mention another. Speaking of, my only regret is that I wanted more gargoyles, haha! Seriously, those flying creatures are what got me excited to do a Beauty and the Beast retelling (saw them clear as day in a dream, carrying Beast away) Kind of wish I had more scenes with them. I mean just think of that and more Isa! Wouldn’t it be nice to see Isa and the gargoyles duking it out over Beast? Haha, maybe that’s another story I’m flirting with and should probably leave it alone. 😛
I’ve never really done a big retelling like I did with A Heart’s Desire. I did a micro short many, many years, The Tortoise and the Hare retelling. I may need to dig it up and ship it somewhere. Another one I started a while ago was a dark, modern Alice and Wonderland retelling. That one for sure I need to see through. It’s still not done, lol.
Other anthologies in the future
I think I can admit there’s been some talk about it between the Ever Afters. Nothing set in stone yet, but I do believe without a doubt that we’ll probably get together again for round two. What it will be, I have no idea, but I’m so looking forward to the future, to that and other personal projects of mine.
I think that’s all I have for now. If you have any additional comments/questions feel free to ask! I hope you’ve gained a little insight, and more than anything I do hope you pick up a copy of Encircled. Again, a huge Happy Release Day to Encircled and all the authors associated with it. We did it!
Where you can buy.
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PV4PJCP/
Amazon AUS: https://www.amazon.com.au/Encircled-Laurie-Lucking-ebook/dp/B07PV4PJCP/
Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/1130963276
Apple books: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id1456811281
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I went to a pub at the weekend and they had ‘de-constructed fish & chips’ on the menu.
Why mess with an absolute blockbuster of a meal?
I’ve seen it a few times with job titles in finance. Titles simply not matching the job itself, job roles edited so much they're too niche or too different.
This is a proper Finance Manager job. A blockbuster of a Finance Manager job.
If you want to be a part of a growing SME, in a position which is truly varied, this could be spot on for you. It’s an SME, so, firstly, you won’t be stuck doing one thing day in, day out.
You’ll get variety. You’ll get exposure to lots of interesting projects. You will have an impact on the company. The owners will care about your point of view, your experience and your inputs.
It could suit someone, qual, part-qual, or QBE.
Ideally though, some similar sector experience would be really useful, from a retail, e-com, or supply chain style business. They import / export themselves so experience of this will be very handy.
You will report into a combination of the Directors and an experienced part-time FD who supports the company for 3/4 days per month on average.
· Management of financial accounting and management accounting processes for the business with support from a small admin and finance team
· Support the external accountants with statutory accounting, tax and VAT processes
· KPI reporting and investigation into results
· Stakeholder management across the leadership team including attendance at regular meeting for company reviews
· Support with wider office management activities
· Development of internal processes and procedures
· Experience in a retail, e-com, supply chain style business previously


Forgive yourself if you see the all-new / all re-designed ’17 CR-V and say “huh”?
In other words, it wasn’t broken…but yes, they did “fix” it….they just didn’t change it a whole lot….on the outside at least.
Inside it’s a different story.
Let’s start with the outside. Yes…it looks pretty similar to the ’16. Honda’s jewel-like headlamps might be the most noticeable change….along with dual exhausts and some minor trim updates.
But the ’17 is around an inch and a half longer, wider, and higher than the ’16….and that translates into an extra 2” of much welcomed rear seat room.
Adults, gangly teens, and children’s car seats all fit more easily now.
And there’s a bit more of a “premium” feel inside now, too. Softer touch plastics and it’s a bit quieter on the road. All welcome touches….little touches that bring the CR-V close to “luxury” status when optioned out in Honda’s top “Touring” trim.
And those inch and a half increases all but take the CR-V out of the compact category….giving it more than ample room for five….along with a couple extra cubic feet for your stuff behind the rear seats.
Under the hood, you’ve got a choice now. Honda’s 2.4 liter, 185 HP four is a carryover from last year…getting 26 Hwy and 32 on the road.
The new engine this year is Honda’s 190 HP 1.5 liter turbo four…standard on EX and above models. Just because you’re reading “turbo”, tho’, don’t expect to be running around leaving long black rubber stripes behind you. As with most of today’s small-displacement turbos, Honda’s 1.5 is engineered for economy more than outright performance….getting 2 more MPG both city and highway than it’s larger 2.4 non-turbo cousin.
CR-V’s will start with a window sticker below 25K. An EX, with the 1.5 Turbo, CVT transmission, and most of the equipment that we all seem to prefer, can still be comfortably under $30,000. You’ll have a 7” touch screen, smart keyless entry, a moonroof, remote start, heated seats and more.
And for $2,500 more, get leather, a power tailgate, poser seats, and an auto-dimming mirror.
We went all-in on our test CR-V and got the Touring trim in all-wheel-drive. This is the one that rivals Acura in terms of content…bringing satellite-linked nav, voice recognition, a hands-free power tailgate, rain-sensing wipers, 18” alloys, a 330 watt 9-speaker sound system….and all the blind-spot, cross-traffic, lane departure, forward collision warning systems available these days.
Total sticker? Still under $35,000. Skip the AWD and you’d save $1,300.
Honda’s CR-V has been an All-Star in one of the most competitive categories on four wheels. The changes that Honda has made for’17 should help keep them at or near the top in ’17, too.


The redwood tree, also known as the California redwood, is one of the most majestic and awe-inspiring trees on the planet. These towering giants can grow up to 350 feet tall, and their trunks can be as wide as 30 feet in diameter. But what makes the redwood tree so special is not just its size, but also its symbolism. The redwood tree is a symbol of strength, resilience, and longevity. It has played an important role in the history and culture of California, and it continues to inspire people all over the world.
In Native American mythology, the redwood tree is often seen as a symbol of immortality. Legend has it that the tree has the power to make people live forever if they drink its sap. For the California Gold Rush miners of the 1850s, the redwood tree symbolized something else entirely. To them, the tree represented an abundant source of timber for building homes, making furniture, and fueling the boom in construction that was happening at the time. But as the demand for redwood lumber grew and the forests were decimated, people began to see the tree in a different light.
Today, the redwood tree represents something much broader than just a source of lumber or a mythological elixir. It symbolizes our connection to nature, our appreciation of the natural world, and our need to preserve and protect it. The redwood tree reminds us of the power and beauty of the natural world, and of the importance of living in harmony with it. It is a symbol of hope and resilience in the face of adversity, and a reminder that even in the darkest of times, something beautiful and magnificent can still thrive.
The significance of redwoods in Native American cultures
The redwood tree is an ancient, majestic tree that has been an important symbol in Native American cultures for centuries. These trees have been revered as some of the largest and longest-lived living beings on earth, and they are undoubtedly one of the most impressive natural wonders in North America. Redwoods are often viewed as living beings that carry great spiritual significance, and they have been revered as sacred by the native peoples that have inhabited the forests of California for thousands of years.
The redwood tree represents many different things to Native American cultures, but one of the most important is its representation of strength and endurance. These trees can live for thousands of years, some even surviving multiple forest fires and earthquakes, and their towering height can make them seem invincible. As such, they are often seen as symbols of courage and resilience, and they have been used in many tribal traditions as a source of inspiration and guidance.
- The Yurok tribe of northern California believe that their ancestors emerged from the roots of a redwood tree, and that the tree is therefore a symbol of their cultural identity. They hold ceremonies under these trees to honor their ancestors and to connect with the spiritual power that they believe resides within them.
- The Tolowa tribe of southwestern Oregon view the redwood tree as a symbol of transformation and healing. They believe that the tree is a gateway to the spirit world, and that it can help them access healing energies to overcome physical and emotional ailments.
- The Hupa tribe of northern California believe that the redwood tree is a physical manifestation of the Great Spirit, and that it has the power to heal and protect their people. They hold ceremonies in the shadow of these trees to pray for good health, good fortune, and spiritual guidance.
These are just a few examples of the many ways in which the redwood tree has been revered by Native American cultures. Whether it is seen as a symbol of strength, resilience, transformation, or spiritual power, there is no doubt that the redwood tree has played an important role in the spiritual and cultural traditions of many indigenous communities throughout North America.
Today, the redwood tree continues to be an important cultural icon and a symbol of the deep spiritual connection that humans can have with the natural world. Its towering presence and ancient wisdom are a reminder of the enduring power of nature and the importance of our relationship with the earth.
Redwood forests as important ecosystems
The redwood trees, native to the West Coast of the United States, are an important component of the diverse ecosystems found in the region. These forests are home to a variety of plants and animals, some of which are found nowhere else in the world.
- The redwood forests act as a massive carbon sink, helping to absorb and store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, which helps to combat climate change.
- They also play an important role in regulating the water cycle, as the trees absorb water from the soil and release it into the atmosphere through a process called transpiration. This helps to maintain the balance of moisture in the ecosystem.
- The redwoods provide habitat for a diverse array of plants and animals, including species that are at risk of extinction. Some of these species, such as the marbled murrelet and Northern spotted owl, are protected under the Endangered Species Act.
Threats facing redwood forests
Despite the vital role that redwood forests play in supporting the health of the planet, they face a number of threats that put them at risk. These include:
- Deforestation for timber harvest, which has destroyed large areas of redwood forest and continues to threaten what remains.
- Climate change, which is altering the climate conditions that the redwoods have adapted to over millennia.
- Development, which is encroaching on redwood forests and fragmenting the habitat of many species.
- Invasive species, which can outcompete native species, change the composition of the forest, and alter ecosystem processes.
Efforts to protect and conserve redwood forests are underway, but much more needs to be done to ensure their long-term survival. These efforts include:
Protective measures – such as the establishment of national and state parks, wilderness areas, and other protected areas – have helped to conserve some of the remaining redwood forests and the species that depend on them. In addition, sustainable forestry practices and conservation easements have helped to reduce the impact of timber harvest on the forests.
|Save the Redwoods League||The organization has protected more than 200,000 acres of redwood forest and is also supporting research into redwood ecology and management.|
|Redwood Forest Foundation||The organization is dedicated to protecting and restoring redwood forests and promoting sustainable forestry practices in the region.|
|League to Save Lake Tahoe||The organization is working to reduce pollution in the Tahoe watershed, which can impact the health of redwood forests in the region.|
By supporting these and other organizations, as well as advocating for policies that protect redwood forests, we can help to ensure that these vital ecosystems are preserved for future generations.
Redwoods as symbols of longevity and resilience
The redwood tree, also known as the Sequoia sempervirens, is one of the most iconic trees in the world. These majestic trees can grow to be over 300 feet tall and can live for more than 2,000 years. With their incredible size and longevity, it’s no wonder that they have come to symbolize both longevity and resilience.
- Longevity: The redwood tree’s lifespan is a testament to its ability to adapt and survive over time. These trees have been around for thousands of years and have witnessed the rise and fall of civilizations, the passing of generations, and the changing of the seasons. As such, they are seen as a symbol of longevity and have served as a source of inspiration for many cultures throughout history.
- Resilience: Redwoods are also symbols of resilience. They are able to withstand a variety of environmental factors, including storms, wildfires, and even insect infestations. This resilience is due in large part to their ability to regenerate. When a redwood is damaged or injured, it can grow new branches and roots, allowing it to continue to thrive and grow. This resilience has made the redwood tree a symbol of hope and strength for many.
Despite their incredible size and strength, redwoods are not invincible. They face numerous threats, including climate change, deforestation, and invasive species. As such, it is important that we work to protect these iconic trees. By doing so, we can ensure that they continue to serve as symbols of longevity and resilience for generations to come.
If you want to learn more about redwoods and their significance, there are many resources available online and in print. From books and documentaries to websites and social media accounts, there are countless ways to explore the wonders of these magnificent trees.
|Redwood Tree Facts|
|The tallest redwood tree is over 379 feet tall|
|The oldest redwood tree is over 2,500 years old|
|Redwoods can absorb up to 500 gallons of water per day|
|The redwood’s bark can be up to 12 inches thick, providing protection against fire and insect damage|
Overall, the redwood tree is an incredible example of resilience and longevity in the natural world. Through its ability to survive and thrive in the face of adversity, it serves as a source of inspiration and hope for all who encounter it.
The Role of Redwoods in the Lumber Industry
The towering presence of redwood trees has played a significant role in the lumber industry for centuries. The trees can grow up to 379 feet tall and can provide lumber of exceptional quality. As such, the redwoods have become a staple in the timber industry, especially in Northern California.
- Redwoods are prized for their durability, strength, and resistance to decay, making them valuable building materials.
- Historically, redwoods were used for many purposes, including building barns, bridges, and even boats.
- Today, the redwoods are used to create products such as siding, decking, and outdoor furniture.
However, the increasing demand for lumber has led to overharvesting of the redwood forests, leading to severe ecological damage. In response, organizations such as the Save the Redwoods League have been established to conserve the remaining redwood forests and promote sustainable harvesting practices.
Despite the challenges facing the redwood lumber industry, it remains an important aspect of the economy in Northern California and beyond. With proper care and management, the redwoods can continue to provide valuable resources for generations to come.
|Lumber Product||Redwood Benefits|
|Decking||Durable, naturally insect-resistant, and aesthetically pleasing|
|Outdoor furniture||Resistant to rot, decay, and natural weathering, making it a great choice for outdoor furniture that must withstand the elements|
|Siding||Durable, rot-resistant, and visually appealing, making it a popular choice for homes and other buildings|
The versatility of the redwood tree cannot be overstated. With its unique properties, it is no wonder that it has played such a significant role in the lumber industry for centuries. As we move towards more sustainable practices, it is essential that we continue to value and protect redwood forests for their ecological significance and the valuable resources they provide.
The impact of logging on redwood populations
Redwood trees are the tallest trees in the world, standing at an average height of 300 feet and living for more than 2,000 years. They are known for their immense size, longevity, and ecological importance. These trees are not just majestic ecological wonders, but also a symbol of strength and resilience. Redwoods are a vital part of California’s ecosystem, playing a critical role in watershed protection, carbon sequestration, and habitat for a wide range of species. However, despite their ecological significance, these towering trees have been subjected to logging and deforestation over the years, putting their existence and future in jeopardy.
- Pre-colonial logging: Before the arrival of European settlers, the native tribes of California had been using redwoods for a variety of purposes, including building canoes, houses, and other structures. However, their logging practices were sustainable, as they only took what they needed and allowed the trees to regenerate naturally.
- Industrial logging: As more people arrived in California during the 19th century, the demand for lumber increased, and redwoods were seen as a valuable commodity. Industrial logging practices were introduced, which involved clear-cutting vast areas of forests with little regard for sustainability.
- Current logging: Today, redwoods are still being logged, although at a much-reduced rate. The timber industry in California has shifted to plantation-based logging, where forests are replanted after harvest to ensure a steady supply of lumber.
The impact of logging on redwood populations has been devastating. Before the arrival of European settlers, there were an estimated 2 million acres of old-growth redwood forests in California. Today, less than 5% of that area remains intact, with most of the ancient trees having been cut down. The logging industry has not only reduced the extent of redwood forests, but also affected the genetic diversity of the trees. The largest and most valuable trees were targeted for harvesting, leading to a reduction in the genetic diversity of the remaining redwoods.
The effects of logging on redwoods go far beyond their impact on individual trees. Redwood forests provide critical habitats for a wide range of plant and animal species, including endangered species such as the northern spotted owl, marbled murrelet, and coho salmon. When logging occurs, the entire ecosystem is disrupted, causing long-term damage to the forest’s ecological vitality.
|Impact of logging on redwood populations:||Effects:|
|Loss of habitat for wildlife||Endangered species may lose their homes, reducing population sizes and biodiversity|
|Reduced genetic diversity||Logging targets the largest and most genetically valuable trees, reducing genetic diversity|
|Increased risk of forest fires||Logging leaves behind dry debris, which increases the risk of forest fires|
|Disruption of ecosystem services||Forests provide a range of ecosystem services, such as carbon sequestration and watershed protection, which are lost when logging occurs|
While the rate of logging has decreased over the years, the impact of past logging practices can still be seen today. The remaining redwoods are precious, and it is essential to protect them for their ecological significance, aesthetic value, and cultural significance. The future of these trees depends on our ability to balance human needs with environmental concerns, and sustainable logging practices are an essential step to protect our natural heritage and the diversity of life it supports.
Redwoods as Symbols of Conservation Efforts and Environmental Activism
As the tallest living trees in the world, redwoods have become symbols of both conservation efforts and environmental activism. Many organizations and individuals have taken up the cause of preserving these incredible trees and the ecosystems they support. In the United States, one of the most prominent conservation organizations focused on redwoods is the Save the Redwoods League.
- The Save the Redwoods League was founded in 1918, and its mission is to protect and restore redwood forests and connect people with their beauty and power.
- The League has protected more than 200,000 acres of redwood forests and has funded research to better understand these magnificent trees.
- The organization also works to educate the public about the importance of redwoods, not only as a symbol of natural beauty but also as a key ecosystem that supports a wide variety of plant and animal species.
Redwoods also symbolize a wider environmental movement that aims to protect and preserve natural habitats and ecosystems worldwide. This movement seeks to promote sustainable practices and reduce human impact on the planet. Many environmental activists see preserving redwoods as a key part of this larger effort. By protecting these trees from logging and other threats, they help to ensure that the natural world remains intact for future generations.
Overall, the redwood tree symbolizes the importance of preserving natural beauty and natural habitats. These trees are not only iconic symbols of the American West, but they also represent the need to balance human development and progress with the protection of our planet’s precious natural resources.
|Redwoods are iconic symbols of the American West and represent the need to balance human development with the protection of our planet’s natural resources.|
|The Save the Redwoods League is one of the most prominent conservation organizations focused on protecting redwoods and their ecosystems.|
|Redwoods are a key part of the wider environmental movement seeking to protect and preserve natural habitats and ecosystems worldwide.|
Overall, the redwood tree is a powerful symbol of conservation and environmental activism, representing the need to preserve our natural resources and protect the planet for future generations.
Redwood-inspired art and literature
Redwood trees have been an inspiration for artists and writers for centuries. From paintings and sculptures to literary works, the majestic trees have always captivated the imagination of creative minds.
One symbolic meaning attributed to the redwood tree is the number 7. According to some Native American beliefs, the redwood tree is seen as a representation of the seven chakras in the human body. These chakras are energy centers that correspond to different bodily functions and emotions. For example, the first chakra represents the root and symbolizes feeling grounded and safe, while the seventh chakra represents the crown and symbolizes spiritual connection and unity.
Here are a few examples of redwood-inspired art and literature that incorporate the concept of the number 7:
- “Seven Trees” by Charles R. Murphy is a painting that depicts seven redwood trees towering over the forest.
- “The Seven Redwoods” by Edwin Markham is a poem that celebrates the beauty and strength of the iconic trees.
- “The Seven Sisters” by Lucille Lang Day is a novel that explores the relationship between seven lifelong friends and the redwood forest where they grew up.
Aside from the symbolic connection to the number 7, redwood trees are also revered for their sheer size and longevity. Some redwood trees can grow to be over 300 feet tall and live for thousands of years. This remarkable endurance has inspired many artists and writers to create works that pay homage to the trees’ strength and resilience.
|Redwoods||Ansel Adams||A series of black and white photographs showcasing the beauty of the redwood forest.|
|The Overstory||Richard Powers||A novel that weaves together different stories about people and their connection to trees, including redwoods.|
|Redwood Grove||Andy Goldsworthy||An art installation made up of seven large, hollowed-out redwood trees.|
Whether admired for their symbolic value or simply their natural beauty, redwood trees continue to inspire artists and writers around the world. Their presence reminds us of the incredible power and resilience of nature, and the importance of preserving our natural world for future generations.
Famous Redwood Trees and Their Stories
Redwood trees are known for their grandeur, majesty, and resilience. They are among the tallest and oldest trees in the world, reaching up to 380 feet in height and living for over 2,000 years. Redwoods have been revered by indigenous cultures and early settlers in the US West Coast, and have become an iconic symbol of the region. Here are some of the most famous redwood trees and their remarkable stories.
- General Sherman Tree: Located in Sequoia National Park in California, the General Sherman Tree is the largest living organism by volume in the world. It stands 275 feet tall, has a circumference of 102 feet, and is estimated to be around 2,200 years old. The tree was named after General William Tecumseh Sherman, who was a Union Army general during the American Civil War.
- The Burls: In Humboldt County, California, there is a collection of ancient redwoods known as “The Burls”. These trees are unique because they grow out of burls, which are outgrowths on the trunks of a tree. The burls allow the trees to regenerate new shoots and grow in unusual shapes, creating a surreal and magical forest. The Burls are estimated to be over 1,600 years old and are protected as part of the Headwaters Forest Reserve.
- Immortal Tree: The Immortal Tree is a redwood tree in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park in California that survived a lightning strike in 1901. The bolt of lightning split the top of the tree and destroyed much of its crown, but the tree continued to grow and thrive. Today, the Immortal Tree stands as a testament to the resilience of redwoods and their ability to recover from adversity.
Redwood trees have also been used to symbolize a variety of cultural and philosophical concepts. One of the most interesting is the association of redwoods with the number 8. In Chinese numerology, the number 8 is considered lucky because it sounds similar to the word for “prosperity” or “wealth” in Mandarin. As a result, many Chinese businesses and individuals strive to incorporate the number 8 into their lives in various ways. Some believe that the vertical lines of the number 8 represent the perfect balance of heaven and earth, which is also reflected in the towering height and deep roots of redwood trees.
|Symbolism of Redwoods and Number 8||Explanation|
|Longevity||Redwoods are among the longest-living trees in the world, with some specimens living for over 2,000 years. The number 8 is associated with long life and good fortune.|
|Growth and Prosperity||Redwoods can grow up to 10 feet a year and reach heights of over 300 feet. The number 8 is associated with growth and prosperity, making it a popular number in business and finance.|
|Balance||The deep roots and towering height of redwoods represent the balance between heaven and earth. The number 8 is believed to symbolize perfect balance and harmony in all aspects of life.|
Whether you see redwoods as symbols of longevity, growth, balance, or something else entirely, it’s hard to deny their impact on our culture and imagination. These magnificent trees continue to inspire awe and wonder in all who encounter them, and serve as a reminder of the power and beauty of nature.
Redwoods as Tourist Attractions and Natural Wonders
The redwood tree, also known as Sequoia sempervirens, is one of the most iconic and beloved trees in the world. Redwoods are found along the California coastline, specifically in the Redwood National and State Parks, and are considered a natural wonder, attracting tourists from all over the world. These trees are known for their majestic height, remarkable age, and unique biology. Redwood trees are a symbol of strength, resilience, and inspiration for many individuals, making them a fitting symbol for California and the United States as a whole.
- Redwoods attract millions of visitors each year, who come to witness their awe-inspiring height and learn about their unique history and biology. The Redwood National and State Parks alone welcome more than 500,000 visitors annually.
- Redwoods are not just tourist attractions; they are also central to many local ecosystems, providing habitats for animals and supporting plant life. They are essential components of coastal forests, which are some of the most productive ecosystems on earth.
- Redwoods also play an important role in climate change mitigation, as they absorb and store more carbon than any other tree species on the planet. By conserving and protecting redwood forests, we can help fight climate change and preserve natural beauty for future generations to enjoy.
Aside from their biological significance, redwoods also hold cultural significance for many Indigenous communities. The Wiyot and Yurok tribes have lived in and around the redwoods for thousands of years and consider them sacred sites. By preserving and protecting redwood forests, we can honor these communities and their cultural heritage.
|Redwoods can grow up to 380 feet tall (that’s taller than a 30-story building!)||Some redwoods can live for over 2,000 years||The trunk of a mature redwood tree can be up to 22 feet in diameter|
In conclusion, redwood trees are not just beautiful sights to behold – they are critical components of our environment, providing habitats, carbon sequestration, and cultural importance. They are a reminder of the importance of conserving and protecting our natural world for future generations to appreciate and enjoy.
Redwood forests and climate change.
The majesty of the redwood forest has been a symbol of endurance and strength for centuries, but the trees themselves are more than just a symbol. They are living beings that play a vital role in the health of our planet. As climate change threatens the delicate balance of ecosystems around the world, redwood forests have become more important than ever.
- Redwoods absorb more carbon dioxide than any other tree on the planet, making them a powerful tool in the fight against climate change.
- Their massive size and long lifespan make them important carbon sinks, able to store large amounts of carbon for centuries.
- Redwood forests also provide essential habitat for a wide range of plant and animal species, many of which are threatened by climate change.
Threats to Redwood Forests and Climate Change
Despite their importance, redwood forests are under threat from climate change, as well as human activities like logging and development.
One of the biggest threats to redwood forests is drought, which is becoming increasingly common as temperatures rise. The trees rely on fog to provide them with water during dry periods, but as the climate warms, fog is becoming less frequent, leaving the trees parched.
In addition, the warmer temperatures are allowing pests like the bark beetle to survive and thrive in redwood forests, destroying trees and contributing to the release of carbon stored in their wood.
Fortunately, there are steps we can take to help protect redwood forests and the planet as a whole. Protecting redwood forests from development and supporting sustainable forestry practices can help ensure that these vital ecosystems are preserved for future generations. Additionally, reducing our carbon emissions and supporting policies to combat climate change can help ensure that redwoods and other forests around the world continue to thrive.
|Threats to Redwoods||How it affects the trees|
|Drought||Leaves trees parched, reduces ability to absorb carbon|
|Bark beetle infestations||Destroys trees, releases stored carbon into atmosphere|
|Wildfires||Destroys trees and stored carbon, releases smoke and other pollutants into atmosphere|
Overall, the health of our planet is intimately tied to the health of our forests, and the redwood forest is one of the most important ecosystems in the world. By taking action to protect and preserve these majestic trees, we can help ensure a brighter future for ourselves and future generations.
What Does the Redwood Tree Symbolize?
Q: What is the symbolism behind the redwood tree?
A: The redwood tree is a symbol of strength, resilience, and longevity. It represents the ability to withstand the test of time and weather life’s toughest storms.
Q: What does the redwood tree symbolize in Native American culture?
A: In Native American culture, the redwood tree is often seen as a sacred and powerful symbol of life and the universe. It is believed to connect the physical and spiritual realm, representing the unity and harmony of all things.
Q: What does the redwood tree symbolize in literature?
A: In literature, the redwood tree is often used as a metaphor for life’s journey and personal growth. It represents a deep connection with nature and the power of perseverance and hope.
Q: What does planting a redwood tree symbolize?
A: Planting a redwood tree represents hope and a commitment to the future. It symbolizes the desire to create a better world for generations to come and the determination to make a positive difference in the world.
Q: What does the redwood tree symbolize in spiritual beliefs?
A: In many spiritual beliefs, the redwood tree is seen as a symbol of spiritual evolution and growth. It is believed to connect us with the divine and provide a sense of grounding and stability in uncertain times.
Q: What does the redwood tree symbolize in environmentalism?
A: In environmentalism, the redwood tree is a symbol of conservation and protection. It represents the importance of preserving our natural resources and the need to take action to combat climate change.
Q: What can we learn from the symbolism of the redwood tree?
A: From the symbolism of the redwood tree, we can learn the importance of resilience, growth, and hope. We can learn to appreciate the beauty and power of nature and the potential for positive change in the world.
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Driveclub PS4 HD Gameplay Compilation
Review at: http://darkzero.co.uk/game-reviews/driveclub-ps4 Driveclub is a visual beauty with breathtaking vistas and wonderfully modelled cars, but that doesn't save it from its constant server problems that hinder a big part of Driveclub’s advertised experience – the online, club and challenge functionality. Driveclub features a short campaign and a sloppy start with lacklustre cars dulling the experience, but once the speedier machines unlock and you have the freedom to select from a wider range of driving machines, Driveclub becomes a fun arcade racer with a simulation mentality. It won’t blow your socks off mechanically, but people looking to just pick a car and drive in an exotic location without any complications will find fun here, it’s just a huge shame that Driveclub could have done with more work before being released in its the current state. For more news and reviews visit http://darkzero.co.uk Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/darkzerouk and http://twitter.com/domstercool
F1 2012 PC HD Gameplay Compilation
Random footage from the PC version of Codemasters' F1 2012. Experience the speed, passion and glory of FORMULA ONE with F1 2012, the next game in the BAFTA award-winning series from Codemasters. F1 2012 is officially licensed to feature all the cars, stars and circuits from the 2012 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, including the new Circuit of The Americas, home of the 2012 FORMULA 1 UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX. Test yourself against the greats in Champions mode, hunt down glory in just ten races in Season Challenge and go deeper in the multi-season Career mode. A new Young Drivers Test teaches players how to control the world's most responsive motor racing cars and accessible new controls ensure fans of all abilities are eased into the world of FORMULA ONE. New dynamic localised weather require race-changing strategy calls to be made on the fly, and multiplayer modes extend the challenge in co-op, split-screen and 12 player online modes. F1 2012 -- feel it! Review for the game (when up); http://darkzero.co.uk/game-reviews/f1-2012-pc/ Come to darkzero for more reviews and news; http://darkzero.co.uk Follow us on Twitter http://twitter.com/darkzerouk or http://twitter.com/Domstercool
The Amazing Spider-Man - Manhattan is Your Playground
In just over a week, The Amazing Spider-Man video game will be swinging its way into stores. But today we have a new behind-the-scenes that illustrates how Manhattan is truly Spidey's playground.
WRC 3: FIA World Rally Championship PC HD Gameplay Compilation
Here is some HD gameplay from the PC version of WRC 3: FIA World Rally Championship. WRC 3: FIA World Rally Championship (also known as WRC 3, WRC 3: FIA World Rally Championship 3, 2012 FIA World Rally Championship) is the official racing video game of the 2012 World Rally Championship season. It was developed by Milestone S.r.l.. WRC 3 was released in Europe on 12 October 2012. Review link; http://darkzero.co.uk/game-reviews/wrc-3-fia-world-rally-championship-pc For more news and reviews visit http://darkzero.co.uk Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/darkzerouk and http://twitter.com/domstercool

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Starting from March 16, the airline will start operating flights en route Baku-Astana-Baku. Flights on the route will be operated twice a week. Flights from Baku to Astana will be operated on Mondays and Thursdays, and on Tuesdays and Fridays en route Astana-Baku.
From March 17, AZAL will launch flights from Baku to Almaty. They will also operate twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Kazakhstan has extended the open sky regime for five years. It is valid in 12 airports, including the two capitals. The regime provides for the removal of all restrictions on the number of flights to foreign airlines on routes where Kazakhstan carriers do not operate.

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San Diego-based testing company Diagnomics announced it has entered a partnership with pharmacogenomics (PGx) knowledgebase company Translational Software Inc. (TSI). Under the partnership, Diagnomics will deploy TSI’s PGx technology to generate a report on a tested individual’s potential to respond to specific drugs, which drugs should be avoided, and how effective specific drugs will be in treating that patient’s condition.
“Our teams invested a tremendous amount of time and effort to ensure the report's validation and viability that pertain to the individual patient,” said Byung-In Lee, Ph.D., CEO of Diagnomics, in a press release. “We hope that the report will encourage more patients and doctors to put more emphasis on preventive care and personalized medicine.”
Diagnomics offers its genetic testing products and services direct to consumers and R&D services to pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies. It operates a CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited laboratory providing genetic testing services along with HIPAA-compliant cloud-based analysis solutions.
“The partnership between our companies is another step to help further expand the field of pharmacogenetics and make genomics a standard clinical practice across a broad range of medications and diseases,” said Don Rule, CEO of TSI. “The Diagnomics team has applied innovative strategies to make an expansive test panel both accessible and affordable for clinical use.”
The PGx report produced via the partnership will contain information on dosing advice that includes a list of potentially affected medications and their predicted efficacy. Also included are drug label citations, reference to relevant research as well as published treatment guidelines. In addition to the broader PGx reporting, the two companies will also develop specific reporting for pain, cancer, and cardiovascular medications.
“The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reports that over two million of patients are suffering from serious adverse drug reactions yearly and the estimate of the cost of drug-related morbidity and mortality is $136 billion annually, which is more than the total cost of cardiovascular or diabetic care in the United States,” Min Seob Lee, Ph.D., chairman of Diagnomics noted. “By combining the power of the whole genome microarray with TSI's PGx knowledge base, Diagnomics' PGx solution will benefit the whole community from patients to healthcare providers and payers.”


So reads the National Enquirer, and when it's calling bullshit on a sensationalist story, you know you're on shaky ground. Of course, credibility's never been much of a concern for the jingoists who renamed potato slices "freedom fries" to spite the country that gave them the Statue of Liberty. A simple "thank you" will do, assholes.
As with Frickin' Chicken, this tempest in a teapot is the result of one crackpot's ranting. The only story here is that a chef actually endorses Dunkin' Donuts.
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On Monday, Richard Harden, co-publisher of Harden’s, spoke at the major trade fair, Hotelympia,
For an account see the Bighospitality report. (It’s perhaps worth noting that the self-aggrandising title of the talk – “Richard Harden tells it like it is” – was nothing to do with us.)
The other point it may be worth recording is that the suggestion that we said Michelin is “only involved in the restaurant industry for the publicity” was a slightly more considered statement than the report may make it sound.
It was not meant so much as a criticism, but as a reminder that the guides – which were, of course, originally given away – have always existed as a promotional device for tyres, and that that continues to be the only economic justification for their existence, currently costing Michelin a cool €15m annually (FT).
If Michelin is 'in it' only for the publicity – rather than because it has any hope of the guides paying their own way – it is therefore hardly unreasonable to suppose that the quest for publicity may have some effect on the product.
We should also record that the suggestion that “it’s a wonderful circular dance: Michelin build the chef up, the chefs build Michelin up”, far from being our own idea, was taken directly from a piece by “the most decorated food writer in history”!


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Apr. 1—Boyd County's seniors were roaming the hallways of area elementary schools the last time the Lions didn't win a 64th District Tournament.
It was 2016 — four years pre-COVID. Barack Obama was President. The Lions took titles from 2017-19 and 2021-23. COVID wiped out 2020.
The Lions have quickly emerged as the clear favorite to capture their seventh consecutive district title this May, but coach Frank Conley is thinking bigger — as in 16th Region crown. Boyd County is just two seasons separated from a state tournament appearance.
Ashland coach Shane Marushi is aiming just as high, too, even with a youthful roster.
Fairview's Cody Sammons hopes his Eagles can break through to the region tournament. The last time Fairview busted past the district tournament in the postseason was 2009 when the district was not seeded. Sammons, now 28, was an eighth-grader.
Entering Easter weekend, Fairview was 4-4.
Ashland was 0-6 as it departed the area for Myrtle Beach.
Boyd County's record stood at 7-1 as it made its journey to Vero Beach, Florida, for spring break.
Conley is a self-described "baseball guy." If there was any doubt, his quick reference to the 1988 Los Angeles Dodgers' "Stunt Men" provides proof.
"The 'Stunt Men' did all the dirty work for that team," Conley said, referring to the Dodgers' role players' nickname in '88. "I've got a core group of guys who are stunt men. They keep our team going, make the engine turn. We wouldn't be where we are without them."
Some of the Lions' 'Stunt Men' are senior Parker Gibson, freshman Brody Biggs, junior Caleb Gray and sophomore Kaleb Kelley.
"I want to give those guys recognition; they push our guys to get better," Conley said.
As for the "bigger name" Lions, as Conley labeled them, three experienced players are off to red-hot starts at the plate.
Through seven statistic-recorded games, Ryan Brown, Brogan Jones, Peyton Jackson and Alex Martin all boasted batting averages better than .450.
Brown, an Ashland transfer, is splitting time with Martin as the team's two main shortstops. The senior was hitting .545 with only one strikeout in 22 at-bats prior to spring break. Martin, also a senior, was at .450 through 20 at-bats.
In the same time frame, Jones, a junior, was hitting .522 with a team-best 12 RBIs.
"Brogan is killing the ball," Conley said.
Jackson, a senior, is batting .458.
Both Jackson and Jones handle first-base duties. Jackson will be a prominent pitcher as well. Jones and Gray are the Lions' two primary catchers.
"They're doing a good job of shutting down the (opposing) running game," Conley said.
When Brown isn't at shortstop, he's typically at second base or on the mound. Sophomore Josh Kelley is playing some second and third base.
Sophomore Brayden Coleman started out handling the hot corner until he suffered an ankle injury. He will likely return by mid-April, Conley said.
Freshman Grant Slater and seniors JK McKnight, Jacob Vanover and Michael Potter are a few of Boyd County's outfield options.
McKnight, a dynamite left-hander on the bump, had not yet been cleared to pitch, but figures to foot the rubber in early April, according to his coach. He's been the Lions' top center-field choice so far.
Slater tossed five no-hit innings against Johnson Central. He had a 0.91 earned run average through 7 2/3 innings.
Biggs, a southpaw, had compiled a 3.00 ERA over his first seven frames of work.
Jackson's first seven innings were scoreless. He had already tallied two victories.
Senior Townes Young, sophomore Isaac Leeper, Brown, Josh and Kaleb Kelley, and Vanover had all logged time on the mound in March.
"We always try to get to spring break and we feel like we can grow as a team together down there and come back a better team," Conley said.
A quick glance at the Tomcats' roster reveals a glaring absence of seniority, but Marushi isn't interested in using inexperience as any sort of excuse.
"You don't have to look hard to see that we're very young, but you go through years like that," said the coach, who was an assistant for three seasons prior to taking the helm in 2023.
Zero seniors and four juniors are playing.
The Tomcats endured an at-times tumultuous offseason that saw a handful of transfers and a few decide to drop baseball from their plates.
"We wish everyone the best whatever route they decided to go, but we are focusing on these guys," Marushi said. "And these guys have been fantastic, from back to weightlifting and into the spring."
Marushi said his group is both coachable and talented. Although Ashland was winless as of March 30, the record is not a concern, according to the coach.
"I'd rather be exposed in March and April than in May," Marushi said. "We're going to continue to punch the clock and get to work."
Sophomore backstop Brady Marushi is undoubtedly one of the team's leaders. Through the first six games, he had mashed the team's lone home run.
Brady Marushi has overcome some injuries, including shoulder tendinitis and a hurt hand.
"He's healthy, and he's got a lot of pop," said his coach/father. "He really changed his body over the winter."
Drew Kelley, a junior, is one of the Tomcats' top arms. He also can play first and third bases and bat in the meat of the order.
"He was a bulldog last year," Marushi said. "I really think he'll have a great year."
LJ Murphy, a sophomore lefty, is statistically Ashland's best pitcher through six games. He has a 4.20 ERA and 12 strikeouts in 10 innings. When not pitching, he's usually in center field.
Tenth-grader Zane Ingram has grown about 4 inches from last year, according to Marushi. He logged 7 1/3 innings of mound time before spring break.
"He's really got a live arm," Marushi said. "He's our top 'velo' guy."
Ingram is also versatile, possessing the ability to play outfield or infield.
Austin Blevins (junior) is the starting shortstop who is a "tremendous athlete," Marushi said. "He runs like a deer and has a great glove and arm."
Junior twins Caden and Parker Church will contribute. Parker is "hitting the ball with a lot more authority," Marushi said.
Sophomores Pierce Wamsley, Trevor Downs and Sam Lyons are all in the main mix for Ashland, too.
Three freshmen "bring different aspects to the table," said their coach.
"People might call me crazy for saying it, but our goal is to win the 16th Region," Marushi said. "I know what kind of talent is there."
Like the Tomcats, the Eagles are full of youth.
Through eight games, eighth-grader Tevin Smith is Fairview's best hitter with an eye-popping .667 average. He, brother Tamel Smith (senior) and sophomore Eli Cummings share in the team lead with six RBIs apiece.
Sammons will look to juniors Tanner Reihs, Xavien Kouns and Izaac Johnson — along with Tamel Smith — as the experienced pillars on the team.
"(Reihs) has been on the mound in big games for us," Sammons said.
Cummings hurled a no-hitter against Menifee County. Ninth-grader Mason LeMaster, sophomore Blake Hall and freshman Jace Manning will get innings.
Johnson was hitting .389 through eight contests.
Kouns is Fairview's center-field staple. Tamel Smith, Jeffery Everetts (freshman), Hall and Cummings are outfielders.
Johnson and junior Austin Pack are first basemen. Tevin Smith, Cummings and eighth-grader Evan Williams will rotate at second. Reihs and Manning are the main shortstops. Sammons typically puts junior Kaden Sparks, Johnson or Reihs at third base.
Tevin Smith and Williams are handling the bulk of the catching load.
"They've already shown they belong on the varsity level," Sammons said of the eighth-graders.
"We have solid young pieces, and I like the strides we've made," Sammons added. "We're still looking for that one big program win. ... We're definitely going in the right direction."


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Kindling the light of Total Knowledge in African countries: Global Mother Divine Organization
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14 February 2010
Leaders of the Global Mother Divine Organization* (GMDO) continued their recent series of inspiring reports** from countries around the world, highlighting the past year's achievements as well as plans and resolutions for the coming year.
Please see the first article in this series: 'Global Mother Divine Organization active in more than 50 countries'.
GMDO has had the joy of establishing the organization in countries where the Transcendental Meditation Programme has not been offered in the past, including several countries in Africa. For example:
In the West African country of Burkina Faso, the Global Mother Divine Organization organized the first Transcendental Meditation introductory lecture ever to be held in the country. This resulted in 20 people learning Transcendental Meditation, increasing the meditating population by nearly 800 per cent.
The GMDO National Director in Ghana—the first lady Transcendental Meditation Teacher there—taught the technique to all the ladies in a factory in Accra, as well as to all the ladies and girls in an after-school programme that has implemented Transcendental Meditation.
Ethiopia reports that 35 students from a secondary school learned Transcendental Meditation and are practising the technique together in the school. Over 100 students at the college level started the practice, and about 40 of those students have been accepted at Maharishi University of Management in the USA.
Global Good News will continue featuring the achievements, activities, and plans of the Global Mother Divine Organization in many countries in Latin America, Asia, Europe, and North America in the coming days. These include a special report from the National Director of the Global Mother Divine Organization-USA Women Professionals.
* 'Mother Divine' refers to the nourishing, evolutionary power of Natural Law lively within all of creation and within the silent consciousness of everyone. The Global Mother Divine Organization, established in December 2007, is the ladies' wing of the Global Country of World Peace for 192 countries of the world.
** In presentations on 13 January, during the continuing global 12 January celebrations in MERU, Holland; and on 30 January, during the monthly global Full Moon Celebration, Raj Rajeshwaris—Mothers of the World from the Sovereign Domain of Consciousness—featured many GMDO activities and achievements of 2009. Raj Rajeshwaris are Administrators of the Global Mother Divine Organization.
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