Sugal Games, a cornerstone of Filipino gaming culture, is taking the online world by storm. With its roots dating back to the early 2000s, these thrilling games have evolved from local card games to advanced digital platforms, engaging millions of Filipinos. Ramon Santos, a renowned game developer, leveraged this trend and launched 'Lucky Strike' in 2010. This revolutionary game, with its blend of strategy and chance, attracted over a million players in its first year alone. Today, Manila stands as the epicenter of this gaming revolution, offering a plethora of Sugal Games that cater to diverse player preferences. In this article, we delve into the top 5 Sugal Games every Filipino should try in 2024. Brace yourself for a riveting gaming experience!
The Thrill of Sugal Games in the Philippines
Imagine the thrill of playing online games, not just for fun but also for the chance to win big. This is the world of 'Sugal Games' in the Philippines, a captivating universe where luck, strategy, and skill blend into an exhilarating gaming experience. Since its advent in the early 2000s, the popularity of these games has soared, especially in the bustling digital city of Manila. Here are three reasons why Sugal Games are a hit among Filipinos:
- Excitement: Every roll of the dice, every card dealt, and every spin of the wheel brings with it a surge of adrenaline. The unpredictability of the game outcomes keeps players on their toes.
- Accessibility: With the rise of online platforms, these games are easily accessible. All you need is a device with internet connectivity, and you're good to go. You can play from anywhere, at any time, making it convenient for players of all lifestyles. Check out our Login page for quick access.
- Variety: From Poker to Baccarat, Blackjack to Roulette, and Sic Bo, there's a game for everyone. Each game requires a unique set of skills and strategies, ensuring a diverse gaming experience.
Whether you're a seasoned player or a newbie, Lucky Cola Complete User Guide is a great place to start your Sugal Games journey. Embrace the thrill today!
5 Sugal Games to Explore
Ready to dive into the world of Sugal Games? Here are the top five games every Filipino should try:
Strategy, Bluff, Win: Poker is a game of skill and strategy where players bet based on the strength of their cards. The player with the best hand, or the last remaining after all others have folded, wins the pot.
Banker or Player?: In Baccarat, you bet on whether the player or the banker will have a hand totaling nearest to nine. It's a simple game with only three possible outcomes - player, banker, or tie.
Beat the Dealer: The objective of Blackjack is to beat the dealer's hand without exceeding 21. It's a game of decisions, and your choices affect the game's outcome.
Spin to Win: Roulette is a game of chance. Players bet on numbers, colors, or combinations, and a ball spun on a wheel determines the winning number or color.
Dice Game of Probability: Sic Bo is a game of chance played with three dice. The main bet is on the total of the three dice rolled, but there are many other betting options to explore.
Why wait? Start exploring these exciting Sugal Games on Lucky Cola Philippines today. Remember, the more you play, the better you get. Let the games begin!
The Allure of Each Game
Just as the diverse islands of the Philippines offer unique experiences, so do the games in the world of Sugal. Let's delve into the heart of five popular games, unravelling their appeal and rules that have captivated millions of Filipinos.
- Lucky God: This game, developed by Jili Games, is all about invoking the blessings of the Lucky God for a bountiful harvest. With a RTP (Return to Player) of 96.5% and an engaging bonus feature, it's no wonder that this game is a hit.
- Golden Empire: Step into a world of opulence with Golden Empire. This slot game, with its 243 paylines and 5 reels, offers players the chance to amass their own golden empire. Its unique appeal lies in its progressive jackpot feature, adding an extra layer of excitement to the gameplay.
- Money Coming: Money Coming, another gem from Jili Games, promises exactly what its name suggests. With its 5x3 layout and 25 paylines, plus the Money Respin feature, it's a popular choice among those who enjoy the thrill of watching the reels spin.
- Boxing King: For sports enthusiasts, Boxing King is a knockout. This game combines the adrenaline rush of boxing with the strategic elements of online gaming, making it a unique crossover hit.
- Monkey King: Venture into the mythical world of the Monkey King. This game is a hit thanks to its engaging storyline, coupled with the chance to win big with its 243 ways to win feature.
Each game, with its unique features and thrilling gameplay, contributes to the vibrant tapestry of Sugal Games. Whether you're seeking the blessings of the Lucky God or aspiring to be a Boxing King, there's a game for every Filipino player.
The Cyber Cast Line's Take
"As an avid online gamer, I've always been drawn to the thrill of the chase, the strategy, and the chance to win big. But what I love about these games is the way they transport me to different worlds, each with its unique charm and challenges. Whether it's the ancient opulence of Golden Empire or the sporting spirit of Boxing King, there's a game for every mood and every player. For me, that's the real allure of Sugal Games." - Isabella 'Fishing Frenzy' Rodriguez, Cyber Cast Line
Isabella's endorsement captures the essence of why these games have become a significant part of Filipino social life. They offer an escape, a thrilling adventure, and the chance to win big, all from the comfort of your own home. For more insights from Isabella, check out her full review in Lucky Cola 2023/2024 Review.
A Comparison of Sugal Games
As the gaming landscape in the Philippines continues to evolve, five 'Sugal Games' have emerged as favorites among the Filipino gaming community. These games, each with their unique appeal, have been ranked based on key features, popularity, and player reviews.
|Combines strategy and chance
|Highly rated for user experience
|Thrilling graphics and gameplay
|Second most popular
|Appreciated for engaging content
|Unique boxing theme
|Praised for innovative concept
|Oriental theme with exciting features
|Popular among adventure lovers
|Acclaimed for immersive experience
|Interactive and fun gameplay
|Popular among casual gamers
|Loved for its simplicity and entertainment
Each of these games offers a unique gaming experience, catering to different preferences and styles. Whether you're a fan of strategy games like Super Ace, or prefer the interactive experience of Fishing War, there's a 'Sugal Game' for every Filipino player.
Ready to Dive Into the World of Sugal Games?
Now that you've got a taste of the top 'Sugal Games' in the Philippines, it's time to dive in and try them for yourself. Whether you're a seasoned player or a beginner, there's a game for everyone. Remember, it's not just about winning; it's about strategy, skill, and most importantly, having fun. So why wait? Head over to Lucky Cola Casino today, and start your gaming journey. As the renowned game developer Ramon Santos once said, "The secret to mastering a game is to play it." Happy gaming!


Bhubaneswar: The Twin City Commissionerate Police today directed the cops of UPD Bhubaneswar to maintain physical fitness and issued a set of instructions in this regard.
“Physical health and fitness are vitally important to every law enforcement department. Besides, as a police person, there is a higher risk of physical and mental health related issues due to the nature of hectic duty schedules. A healthy lifestyle allows one to live a full life with meaning and purpose,” the Commissionerate Police said in an official order.
The fitness-related instructions have been issued for the ‘wellbeing’ of all the police personnel of UPD Bhubaneswar, who are attached with APR, DPO, CP Headquarters, Team 60 and OSAP mobilized forces.
Below are the instructions:
- To attend regular morning PT, Fitness and Cleanliness of their respective campus at 6am and evening 4pm as per convenience of duty.
- Attendance will be taken, and it should not be less than 80% in a monthly average.
- Weight targets would be given and it will be regularly monitored.
- Physical improvement (weight target) records should be recorded every fortnight.
- Defaulters will be put up in an orderly room.
- Stress would be given to contain the use of Tobacco products and Alcohol.
- Emphasis on smart look in Uniform and work actively.
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The Arabia Candle by Bohéme is inspired by the Arabian peninsula. For the Bohéme Woman, it’s both playground and sanctuary, the only place on earth where the day may go from the mosque to the yacht, from the museum to the marketplace. She embraces the unique and mysterious luxury of the land evoked by the precious oud chips sold at the souk, with their enchantingly deep and smoky richness, entwined with the fruits and spices of traders whose wisdom dates back countless generations. Warmed in the amber glow of the desert sun, she reflects on another perfect day in the Gulf.
Bohéme's candles are made by hand in small batches in a world-renowned boutique fragrance house. Sustainably made and phthalate-free, Bohéme Fragrance's candles are made only with the finest quality ingredients, such as custom-crafted oils, cotton wicks, and all-natural soy wax.
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Come sit side-by-side with members of The Philadelphia Orchestra at one of the popular PlayIN events being presented this season. Musicians of all ages across a range of abilities are invited to join the Fabulous Philadelphians onstage—Philly style!—in a shared music-making event that will excite and inspire.
Each PlayIN will be filmed and / or photographed to potentially be used for future promotion.
The Philadelphia Orchestra's PlayINs are funded in part by the National Endowment for the Arts.
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Thank you to all who participated in this at-home PlayIN event. Participants played "screen-by-screen" with our assistant principal cello, Yumi Kendall.
On May 1, International Tuba Day, Principal Tuba Carol Jantsch and the ensemble Tubular released three videos with unique arrangements by Carol herself. Tuba and euphonium players around the world were encouraged to submit videos of themselves playing along with the recording, for the chance to win a lesson with Carol.Repertoire
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The Philadelphia Orchestra invites bass players of all ages and abilities to participate in an exciting community event. All bass players and audience members are welcome to join this fun experience, hosted by members of The Philadelphia Orchestra’s bass section and Kensho Watanabe.
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Tchaikovsky Suite from The Nutcracker, Op. 71Mahler Second movement from Symphony No. 1 in D majorCopland “Hoe-Down,” from RodeoMusorgsky “Bydlo,” from Pictures from an ExhibitionHolst “Mars, the Bringer of War,” from The Planets, Op. 32Hague “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”
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Earlier this week it was reported that Pat Buck has had his suspension lifted by AEW, and according to Dave Meltzer on the latest “Wrestling Observer Radio,” Brandon Cutler, Christopher Daniels, and Michael Nakazawa are now all in the same position, and are able to return to work.
The four men were all suspended alongside Kenny Omega, The Young Bucks, Ace Steel, and CM Punk due to the backstage fight following the post-AEW All Out media scrum, with Tony Khan taking action on everyone that was in the room that night. However, it is believed that those who have had their suspensions lifted were just trying to break up the fight, rather than actually being involved themselves, which is likely why they are all now able to work again.
AEW is holding a private third-party investigation into the incident to get to the bottom of it, and that is why they were all initially suspended so that could be carried out. But while these four men are now able to work again, the status of the other five is still very much up in the air.
Buck was the only one out of the four that was backstage at “AEW Dynamite” this week, but both Daniels and Nakazawa are currently in Japan, where they are going to be involved in promoting AEW’s upcoming video game “Fight Forever,” at the Tokyo Game Show. Omega was also going to be involved in that, but while he is in Japan himself it is unknown if he will have anything to do with it.
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So you’ve noticed that your cat’s meow sounds more like a yawn and you want to pep up your house with some fun ideas. Here are some helpful tips from Bob Walker and Francis Mooney on the do’s and don’ts of kitty design:
– A good interior cat design should provide plenty of observation areas for viewing birds, moths and flies outside; the more flying objects, the better!
– Make carpeted ramps and stairs for aged, less-frisky felines, and scratching columns for the more adventurous ones. No matter how well designed your path is, some cats will be road hogs. For multi-cat households, always provide two or more ways to get up to and down from the catwalk.
– Every cat owner knows how much a cat loves a hug, but overhead paths should not hug your walls. Turn-around space is needed on the walkways’ sides, especially for wide-bodied cats. When calculating the size of wall openings, plan for expanding feline waistlines. Otherwise, you’ll have to either make the openings larger later, or put your kitties on diets (and face it: nobody likes dieting). Remember, you can never do too much for your loved ones!
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I'm revisiting this question, partly because the link Wendy posted below has gone dead, and partly because it seems people are finding it and they are not getting a lot in return for their effort!
So, here is a list of 10 very different books, mostly fiction, I'd suggest, all for different reasons and in no particular order. I stayed mainly with fiction because in many ways it tells you more about a place than factual writing ever can.
Maeve Binchy's warm writing and wonderful storytelling makes any of her books a good choice. I picked this one because it brings small town life in rural Ireland, especially for young women, in the 1950s alive. It's a gentle easy read. Also, if you visit Inistioge where the film of the book was made, it'll make you look at the town in a different way.
A very different view of rural life, a far darker one. Set close to the border and full of the slow rhythm of seemingly uneventful lives, it is wonderfully evocative of its place, at times shocking and is a book that will stay with you long after you've finished reading.
Mixes fact and fiction to tell the story of Henry Smart and his progress from urchin to assassin during the last years of British rule in Ireland. It is a great read and will also mean that a lot of the references to this time which you'll come across in Ireland will mean a lot more to you.
A memoir of the author's childhood, growing up with a German mother and a strict Irish father who insisted his family spoke only Irish. The language (English!) is gorgeous, his story is gripping and ultimately liberating and it brings life in Ireland at the period following WW2 alive.
An imagined retelling of a love affair in the early years of the 20th century between famous Irish playwright John Millington Synge and a young actress Molly Allgood, now years later living an impoverished life in London. It's a beautiful poetic novel and again will fill in a lot of background about things you'll hear about in Ireland.
Poetry this time, and a wonderful introduction to Nobel Prize winning Irish poet Seamus Heaney for those who don't know him and a reminder of why he is so loved and lauded for those who do.
Two boys growing up in very different classes forge and unlikely friendship which continues years later during the first world war. This is a short but powerful novel not only about the horrors of war but about Anglo-Irish life in the early years of the 20th century.
A non-fiction choice. In 1986 the author walked the length of the border between Ireland and Nothern Ireland, meeting people from both sides of the border and all sides of the political divide. It will give you a great understanding of how people were affected by a conflict that dominated their lives.
A look at a more contemporary Ireland though the wildly hilarious and absolutely heartbreaking lives of a large cast of pupils and teachers in a Dublin school. On one level it's a comic novel but one with depth and emotion that creates a world so vivid you can see it and feel it.
To call this a novel about the collapse of the Irish economy is far too narrow a description. It is that, but it's also about history and culture and the importance of place and of community. Believable characters in wonderfully true language tell a story that is at times hilarious but also deeply, deeply sad. You'll see Ireland in a completely different way.
It was really hard to pick just 10, so more suggestions are very welcome!
Disclaimer: Links above are using an Amazon affiliate code. In theory I get book tokens if people use affiliate links to buy, though I've never earned enough to actually buy a book, sadly.
Since you are visiting in April, I’d particularly recommend that you read Dracula, by Bram Stoker.
It may not seem very Irish, but Bram Stoker was in fact Irish, and his most famous book is the chosen one for the “One City, One Book” event which runs each April in Dublin.
The idea is that everyone in the city reads the same book that month and events take place almost every day related to it – such as a recreation of Bram Stoker’s wedding in the church where it actually took place, walks around places connected to him, exhibitions, movies etc.
You can read more about what’s happening at the One City One Book website.

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Book Launch: A Wonderful Success!
What a great turnout of family and friends at my Book Launch Party on July 23. Almost 60 people showed up. I am humbled and blessed by the support of so many people. Thank you!
July 14, 2018
Book Launch Party and Book Signing
I am launching my new book, Lessons from Solomon: Finding True Success in Life, at a special gathering for friends and family on July 23, 2018 at the Carrollton Library at Josey and Hebron (4220 N. Josey Lane) from 6:45-8:00 pm. During the event, I will share more about the book and describe what it's all about. I will also have books available to purchase.
You can RSVP for the event on Facebook at "Book Launch Party." I look forward to seeing you there!
Based on the life of Solomon, Blanscet has distilled from Solomon's story the life lessons that lead us to genuine success from the wisest man who ever lived.
Dr. David L. Allen, Dean, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
In this book, Glen Blanscet has masterfully extracted from Scripture Solomon’s successes and failures, providing the reader with vivid lessons on attaining true success.
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Having served alongside Glen Blanscet, I can say without a doubt that he is one of the best leaders I know. But he didn’t get there on his own; he listened to the wisdom of Solomon in the pages of Scripture. Let Glen help you do the same in this book as you search for true success in life.
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Solomon, absolutely one of antiquity’s greatest academics, engineers, and kings, was also just as flawed as the rest of humanity. Glen Blanscet captures this leader’s triumphs along with his miscalculations and gives the reader a deliberate path to find true success in life.
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Larian Stuios has announced that two PC's holding early bilds of Divinity: Dragon Commander and Divinity: Original Sin have been stolen from their Gamescom booth. They want them back, so badly in fact that they sent out a press release and have offered up $5000 as a reward.
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The products includes five series: crusher, sand making machine, powder grinding mill, mineral processing equipment and building materials equipment.How To Improve Jaw Crusher Performance And Productivity .mar 30, 2020 monitor the condition of jaws. besides being an important item for the machines performance, the jaw crushers jaws are responsible for front frame and swing jaw protection. wear generally causes loss in production due to increased crushing angle, loss of tooth profile, reduction of the css to compensate the possible lamellar effect, etc..
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To analyze the possible influence of non-simultaneous contact of the jaws with the processed medium on the exciters synchronization and the jaws vibrations, the crushers oscillations were simulated with a gradual change in the initial gap between the left jaw and the corresponding contact element of the processed medium for a
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In order to achieve a higher output, the user increases feeding capacity, which results in jaw crusher blockage. too much material in the lower chamber of the jaw crusher cant be discharged, so it resisters the moving plate and causes the motor to overload and stop. the downstream equipment stops and the jaw crusher continues to break.
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There are different types of drill sets out there, and I have used some. However, there is the tendency to want to pick some over the others, and that decision most likely has to do with the performance of the equipment. I got my hands on the Milwaukee 2897-22 M18 Fuel 2-Tool Combo Kit, and I must say I am impressed with its performance so far.
Before opting for this, I was searching for something that was really powerful, fast, and efficient, and the Milwaukee 2897-22 M18 Fuel Hammer Drill just fit the description. It is one of the most powerful drills ever made, and the cordless 18-volt drill comes packed with a brushless motor (Powerstate™) which has the capacity of producing about 1,200 in-lbs of the rotational force (torque) and 2,000 rpm, which is responsible for a drilling speed that is really fast, even when there is load. Using the Milwaukee M18 Fuel Hammer Drill, you’re assured of power and speed which are both very important factors to consider when going for a drill set. Furthermore, this M18 Fuel Hammer Drill asides from being powerful are also very compact and measure 7.75 inches in length. The drill comes with a locking chuck that is all-metal, which gives it a very good grip.
It has a hammer drill driver that can be used to create bigger holes. The hammer drill driver has a 2-speed transmission which makes it easier to conveniently drill holes. The first transmission makes it easy for the bigger holes to curve. The first speed provides up to 550 RPM, while the second speed provides up to 2000 RPM. It also has a precision screw mode that gives it a better precision.
Another amazing feature of this kit is the inclusion of the unique M18 Fuel ¼” Hex Impact Driver, which is as powerful as the hammer drill and is a beautiful combo to have. The impact driver comes with a wonderful fastening torque of 1800 in-lbs. Also, it proved to be very easy and fast to screw, and I noticed I had so much control over the speed and power, which was due to the availability of a Drive Control that had 4 modes.
Features and Specs
-Length: 7.75 inches
-Weight: 3.5 lbs
-Voltage: 18 Volts
-Battery System: M18
-Power Source: Cordless
-No Load RPM: 0 to 550/0 to 2,000
-Peak Torque: 1,200 in-lbs
-Chuck Type: ½” Metal Single Sleeve (Ratcheting Lock)
Battery: REDLITHIUM XC 5.0Ah
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text: The companion volume to the PBS documentary of the same name, this is a solid collection of essays by women academics on the women's suffrage movement in the US, with some writings from the participants themselves. Wheeler (History/Univ. of Southern Miss.) begins with a useful, if somewhat dull, overview of the movement from the convention in Seneca Falls, NY, in 1848 through ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920. Historian Linda Kerber then harkens back to the Revolution, quoting Abigail Adams's exhortation to her husband in 1776 to ""Remember the Ladies"" when creating a code of laws for the new nation. This he didn't do, but neither did the Constitution deliberately exclude women; it merely ignored them. The women and men of Seneca Falls (covered here in a piece written by Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, and Matilda Gage) thus hoped that women might be enfranchised within the bounds of the existing laws. This hope was crushed with the ratification of the 14th Amendment in 1868 granting the right to vote to all ""male citizens."" The result was a schism in the movement, discussed by Andrea Moore Kerr, in which proponents of women's suffrage were pitted against those who demanded civil rights for blacks above all--a tragic occurrence, considering the close ties between the two ideologies before the Civil War, but one that would be repeated during the civil rights struggles of the 19608. Other essays follow the careers of some of the major players (the friendship of Anthony and Stanton, Alice Paul's militancy), how suffrage fit within the larger political movements of the time (Reconstruction and Progressivism), and the final victory and its aftermath. Wheeler remembers the ladies, planting them firmly in the context of American political history.


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This repository offers smart-home wearable accelerometer and Radio Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) data acquired: 1) with low-cost hardware; 2) with high-resolution location annotations; 3) from four UK homes. The data are intended to evaluate RSSI-based indoor localisation methods with activity measurements provided from a user-worn wearable device. A wrist worn accelerometer records activity signatures which are relayed to a number of receiving Access Points (AP) placed throughout the building. Upon reception of a packet, each AP measures the RSSI of the received radio signal and timestamps the accelerometer measurements. Location labels are recorded automatically using a small camera which registers fiducial floor tags as the participant carries out their normal routines in a natural way. Approximately 14 hof annotated wearable measurements are provided. A scripted fingerprint measurement is provided along with several unscripted natural living recordings, where the participant carried out a number of daily household activities which are annotated, where possible, throughout. Codes are provided to access the data and to replicate the ground-truthing procedure.
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FingerprintDive into the research topics of 'Residential wearable RSSI and accelerometer measurements with detailed location annotations'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.
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Grant Wahl reports that last summer's Gold Cup, which was hosted by the USA and drew a record attendance of 601,702, has attracted allegations of
"There has been information that some matches in the Gold Cup were manipulated," FIFA head of security Chris Eaton confirmed to SI.com. "We worked with Concacaf at the time, and Concacaf have been very interested in following up any information that can be revealed in the future on that."
While Eaton said FIFA had no investigative confirmation of Gold Cup game-fixing, he cited irregular betting patterns during the tournament. A leading betting-industry insider told SI he was highly suspicious of every Gold Cup game involving Cuba and Grenada and also had questions about El Salvador's 5-0 loss to Mexico. The games involving Grenada (which lost three matches by a combined 15-1) and Cuba (which was outscored 16-1), the insider said, stood out: "It was the sort of thing where we sat around and said, 'Yeah, this looks like it's a 99 percent chance that it's bent.'"
The betting-industry insider explained that the irregularities were in what is called "in-running betting" (in which bets are placed during a game on what will happen from that point on) as opposed to "dead-ball betting" that takes place before the game. In-game betting on world soccer is dominated by the Asian market, which he said was producing belief-defying odds swings during several Gold Cup games. The suspicious games weren't just the result of Cuba and Grenada being poor teams, he said.


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Control valve solutions for the pulp and paper industry
The applications within the pulp and paper industry are often very difficult due to erosive, corrosive and high cycle services. Some of the most demanding applications include medias such as calcium carbonate, lime, slurries and white-, green- and black liquor. These circumstances requires a careful valve selection with consideration to design features, abrasion resistance and wetted trim requirements.
Precision control within your process
Ramén has a solid experience within this segment. As a matter of fact our history began in the Swedish pulp and paper industry in the 1960’s. At the time, an efficient control valve solution for fibre suspensions was lacking. Previously the conventional solution was to install a knife-gate valve which was good enough for ON-OFF service by hand or used with pneumatic cylinders. The problem was that this solution was insufficient for high pressures, high temperatures and dangerous fluids. It also required costly investments since it could only be automated using expensive electric actuators. Based on this knowledge the Swedish engineer Torsten Ramén initiated the development of a new control valve to be used especially for accurate control of fluids containing fibres within the paper and pulp industry – and that is how the Ramén Ball Sector Valve came to life.
The valve is designed for precision control of the pulp flow to the paper machine and it has proven to be extremely reliable in numerous installations all over the world. Typical applications include basis weight control, exact control of vacuum to dewater fibre suspension, handling fibre suspensions from waste paper recycling and highly abrasive coatings like kaolin.
Beside its high accuracy and resolution this is why the Ramén Ball Sector Valve is outstanding in pulp and paper applications:
- It is centric operating which means that no fibers or particles get stuck between the seat and the ball sector
- It is self-cleaning – Improving productivity a nd reducing maintenance downtime
- The elliptic opening of the valve counteracts dehydration of the pulp in the control process
- The low torque operation makes it easy to automate with small actuators of all types.
- The bearing never gets in contact with the fluid
Ramén Valves perfectly handle:
- Bleached Pulp (see KS-1A)
Bleached fibres suspensions
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Recycled fibres dissolved in water
- ClO2 – Chlorine dioxide (see KS Titanium)
- Basis Weight (see KS-Basis Weight) >> Read more…
Throttling of pulp with high accuracy and speed
- Liquor (see KS-1E)
Black, green and white liquor flow
- Steam (see KS-High Temperature)


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Road To Austin, chronicles how Austin, Texas became the Live Music Capital of the World, dating from 1835 to present day. The film builds to a climax and weaves its way towards an all-star live performance led by Stephen Bruton and his 14-piece band.


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A group of home bakers is delivering delicious treats to Goulburn Valley Hospice patients.JARROD WHITTAKER January 20, 2014 4:22am
Baking from the Heart co-ordinator Rhiannon Horrell with some of the treats baked by group members for hospice patients.
Whether it was raspberry slice, lamingtons or cupcakes, one thing was certain — the enticing array of baked items assembled at The News office yesterday was made with love.
Yesterday marked Shepparton cooking group Baking from the Heart’s first cooking day of the year.
A colourful selection of items were assembled before later being distributed to Goulburn Valley Hospice patients.
Group co-ordinator Rhiannon Horrell said more than 30 people visited The News to drop off their baked goods.
‘‘We ran a story in the Shepp News in October-November and it had a big reaction,’’ Ms Horrell said.
‘‘Because we didn’t have a baking day over Christmas I was a bit worried the momentum may die off — but today we’ve had a massive response.’’
The group bakes every six weeks, with yesterday’s bake-off taking on an Australia Day theme.
Ms Horrell said the number of hospice patients who received the food varied each time.
‘‘Sometimes there’s more, sometimes there’s less,’’ she said.
‘‘This time around we’ve got more hospice patients and I think there’s such a variation of patients — there’s some who are elderly and some who are younger.
‘‘It’s nice to do something for them.’’
The late Margaret 'Dharrul' Wirrpanda has joined Mooroopna's Alf 'Uncle Boydie' Turner as an inductee this year into the Victorian Indigenous Honour Roll.
Paradise Queen owner Travis Smith is preparing to take on hundreds of runners at this year’s Yarrawonga Mulwala Multisport Festival to be held on October 18-19.
Goulburn Valley Fins and Fenders Car Club is getting ready to host its second annual Show and Shine event at Tatura Racecourse on Saturday, October 18.
Residents are being warned they could face severe penalties if out of control burn-offs damaged someone else’s property.
The Nanneella hall and recreation reserve committee is inviting everyone to join its clearance sale on October 25.
National Party ticket up for grabs
Developer of the Elloura estate wants to build another road to Buckley Park among other changes.
Terry Hogan has stood down as Mayor of Jerilderie Shire due to an ongoing battle with cancer.
Heathcote Community House staff are encouraging people to send a postcard to show their support.
Minister for Local Government and Aboriginal Affairs Tim Bull visits Cobram to assist councils and incumbent MP.
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The only consistent thing about frost damage in crops was its random nature, a cropping expert told his field day audience at Finley last Friday.
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The tornado that touched down near Bonner Springs and tore through
several neighborhoods in Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties first
started to drop northeast of Eudora. This photo was taken just west
of Bonner Springs on Kansas 32 Highway.
INGRAM MARSHALL PLAYS the gambuh, a Balinese flute, in his home
studio in Hamden, Conn. The 60-year-old composer has written enough
music to fill at least seven albums and produced numerous concerts.
THIS FIGURINE is a piece of white Sevres porcelain from the 19th
century. White pottery and porcelain are back in style.
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS' Murmure has a heart of jasmine, orange
blossom and cassie flower.
ART COLLECTOR GEORGE ORTIZ LOOKS at statues of goddesses from 10th
and 11th century Nepal at a preview for a Himalayan art exhibit at
the Art Institute of Chicago. The exhibit includes 190 works from
both Buddhist and Hindu traditions ranging in date from the fifth
to the 19th centuries.
COMPOSER BURT BACHARACH's new musical, "The Look of Love: The Songs
of Burt Bacharach and Hal David," will premiere today on Broadway.
AMERICAN WAR CORRESPONDENT Ernie Pyle, center, talks with Marines
below decks on a U.S. Navy transport during World War II in March
1945. Pyle's life and words are the subject of the one-person show,
"Ernie Pyle's War."
Jockey Jose Santos reacts after riding Funny Cide to victory in the
129th running of the Kentucky Derby. At left is runner-up Empire
Maker, and Peace Rules, the third-place finisher in Saturday's race
in Louisville, Ky., is at right.
Justin Riley, a Kansas University sophomore majoring in sculpture,
shows off some components of an installation art piece he's
creating for a class exhibit. The show will be on display Tuesday
through Friday at KU's Art and Design Gallery.
Oakland's Eric Chavez, right, accepts congratulations from teammate
Scott Hatteberg after hitting a game-winning, two-run home run in
the 10th inning. The Athletics defeated the Yankees, 5-3, Saturday
in New York.
Detroit's Clifford Robinson (30) lifts Orlando guard Tracy McGrady
off the court Friday in Orlando, Fla. Game 7 of the playoff series
between the Magic and Pistons is today.
Dallas players, from left, Eduardo Najera, Nick Van Exel, Steve
Nash and Dirk Nowitzki watch as the Mavericks lose Game 4 of their
first-round series to the Trail Blazers in Portland, Ore. Dallas is
on the brink of making history: becoming the first NBA team to blow
a 3-0 lead in the playoffs.
Kansas University director of bands John Lynch talks during
Monday's KU Wind Ensemble rehearsal. Lynch is finishing up his
first year as KU's director of bands and already has put his stamp
on the program.
Author Adrian Nicole Leblanc follows the lives of two teenage girls
in the South Bronx in her book "Random Family: Love, Drugs,
Trouble, and Coming of Age in the Bronx."
Above is a file photo of the Old Man of the Mountain, a natural
stone profile on Cannon Mountain that appears on everything in New
Hampshire from road signs to the state quarter. Below is its
profile Saturday, when it was discovered the famous formation had
JAMES FREY's first book, "A Million Little Pieces," chronicles the
author's days at a drug treatment center in Minnesota.
Bill and Carol Ann Marsh, at home in Rawlins, Wyo., publish a
newsletter delivered to about 1,100 inmates a month. The Marshes'
son-in-law, an inmate at the nearby state penitentiary, suggested
the newsletter after Bill Marsh's stroke five years ago.
Expedition Six crew members Donald Pettit, front, Kenneth Bowersox,
left, and Russian cosmonaut Nikolai Budarin pose for a crew photo
on the International Space Station. In a historic first for NASA, a
Russian capsule carrying Pettit, Bowersox and Budarin, who spent
nearly half a year aboard the international space station, landed
early today in the remote steppes of Central Asia.
Jeffrey Erlanger of Madison, Wis., takes part in a public memorial
to children's television pioneer Fred Rogers of "Mister Rogers'
Neighborhood" in Pittsburgh. Shown onscreen at Saturday's memorial
is Erlanger in the early '70s as he appeared during a visit with
Rogers on the show. Rogers died Feb. 27 of stomach cancer at age
Bikram's yoga instructor Elizabeth MarShall leads a group of
students through a workout in a 105-degree room at Bikram's Yoga
College of India, 711 W. 23rd St.
Jessica Johnson curls over backward during a lower back-stretching
routine at Bikram's Yoga College of India, 711 W. 23rd St. Johnson,
who works at the center in exchange for free classes, attended the
session last week.
Yoga students hold a stretch in the 105-degree workout room at
Bikram's Yoga College of India, 711 W. 23rd St. Pictured are, from
left, Tai Kerbs, Amber Edelbrock and Billy Rector. Developed in
1972 by Bikram Choudhury, a former weightlifter from India,
Bikram's yoga is exploding in popularity on the West Coast and,
more recently, in Lawrence.
THE COPPER AND APRICOT FLOWERS of Eureka are attractive when fully
open. When planted in groups of three to five, the flowers offer an
anchor for a border, a centerpiece or an accent area.
ansas City bench coach Bob Schaefer, left, talks to pitcher
Runelvys Hernandez (40) as Hernandez stares at home plate during
the seventh inning as Mendy Lopez looks on. The Royals fell to
Baltimore, 6-1, Saturday in Baltimore.
Owner Jackson Knowlton holds up the trophy in the winner's circle
after his horse, Funny Cide, won the Kentucky Derby. Owner David
Mahan, center, and jockey Jose Santos, right, also bask in the
celebration Saturday in Louisville, Ky.
Funny Cide, with jockey Jose Santos, drives to win the Kentucky
Derby. Santos rode Funny Cide, a gelding, to the victory Saturday
at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky.
Texas' Dustin Majewski stretches over a fence for a foul ball. The
Longhorns beat Kansas University, 5-1, Saturday at Hoglund
Free State's Jake Hoover hurls a pitch. Hoover pitched four innings
Saturday in the Firebirds' 8-7 win over LHS at Free State Field.
Lawrence High catcher Tommy Mangino is congratulated by teammates
after he belted a two-run home run. The Lions lost an 8-7 decision
to Free State in nine innings Saturday at Free State Field.
Free State's Ryne Price (11) is congratulated after he crosses the
plate for one of the two runs he scored in the Firebirds' 8-7,
nine-inning victory over Lawrence High. FSHS won the city showdown
Saturday at Free State.
Merchandise is displayed at the Kmart in White Lake, Mich. The
future of Kmart Corp. hinges on whether the retailer can persuade
customers to shop at its stores instead of their local Wal-Marts
and Targets. The Troy, Mich.-based firm will do so with a $2
billion loan, 600 fewer stores and new leadership.
Reta Foley, right, calms Sportin' Dancer, a grey gelding
thoroughbred, as her husband, Sonny, tends to Don't Bug the Lady, a
bay filly. The Foleys, who fed their horses on Wednesday at their
home in rural Douglas County, have been in the thoroughbred
business since 1995.
An imprisoned american Indian poses with a ball and chain in this
photo taken by David Francis Barry sometime in the 1880s at an
undisclosed location. This is one of several 19th century photos of
American Indian prisoners of war on exhibit at the Mid-America
All-Indian Center in Wichita.
Anarchists and peace demonstrators pass the time with a game of
badminton and "anarchist, anarchist, goose," a takeoff on "duck,
duck, goose," during a sit-in near the intersection of Seventh and
Massachusetts streets. The group of protesters Saturday marched the
length of Massachusetts Street, from 23rd Street to Sixth Street.
Scott Schneider, Topeka, left, and his father, Rob Schneider,
examine stacks of tires for sale at the annual swap meet at the
Douglas County 4-H Fairgrounds. The 41st Swap Shop continues today.
Vernon Richards, of rural Ottawa, was spooked while hunting morel
mushrooms on his land when he turned and saw this 13-inch-tall,
7-pound false morel growing at the base of a red oak. Richards is
now keeping the fungus in his freezer.
Wildlife experts Joe and Suzanne Collins display a massasauga, a
small rattlesnake, that they found early Saturday in southwest
Douglas County. The snake is believed to be the first massasauga
found living in Douglas County.
High on a turn-of-the-century big-wheeled bicycle, James McKenzie,
Lawrence, draws the attention of a group of children riding toys
from a more recent era. Bicycles of various sizes were featured in
Saturday's Art Tougeau parade.
With a modified bicycle called "Four-Wheel Wonder," Jeff Moran
pushes his daughters Hannah, left, 7, and Rebecca, 5, down New
Hampshire Street. The sisters rode in style at the Art Tougeau
parade Saturday in downtown Lawrence.
Layla Wilson, left, 10, and Benjamin Slimmer, 3, peek out of the
"Toy Car" mobile. From dolled-up pets to modified cars and cycles,
the Art Tougeau parade proceeded to a wild and wacky drumbeat
Saturday in downtown Lawrence. The toy-covered car entered by Pat
Slimmer, of Lawrence, took first place in the parade.
A kindergartner at Hillcrest School points to his name on a class
list. The school district's English as a Second Language program at
Hillbrest School has grown so much that it might be split between
Laughter among a group of kindergartners briefly interrupts a class
exercise at Hillcrest School. More than 60 percent of the students
in the class are in the English as a Second Language program at
Hillcrest. From left are Jomanh Alenezy and Abdullah Al Maiman,
both of Saudi Arabia, Imelda Garcia, of Mexico, and Monica Carvajal
Regidor, of Costa Rica.


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Diamond T Loop And Lyon Mountain (Wintergreen)
Hoping to just get some fresh air despite a
lousy weather forecast, Aga Sokolowska, Marta Wojnarowska, Zosia Zgolak
and I headed to Station Flats in the Elbow Valley region of Alberta's
Kananaskis Country on 23 April 2017 to hike Diamond T Loop. The
hike is described in Gillean Daffern's Kananaskis Country Trail Guide,
and we decided to do it in a counter-clockwise fashion. Despite wet
and muddy trail conditions and a general lack of views throughout the
loop, the snow-clad trees and pleasant company still made for a very
When we returned to our cars, the weather seemed to improve,
and at the last minute, we decided to go for a second hike at the
now-defunct Wintergreen ski resort near Bragg Creek. Zosia and
I had previously considered bringing our AT gear to ski here, but for one
reason or another, that plan never came to fruition. If we could
not ski the old resort, we were at least determined to hike it. It
is worth noting that there are
plans in place to redevelop the land for mostly residential purposes.
Parking just outside the gate to the Wintergreen Golf & Country Club, we
walked up the open hillside west of the golf course and generally
gravitated toward any remnants of the ski resort that we could find.
While most of the resort's chairlifts are now long gone, the Wildcat Quad
Chair near the north side of the resort was still there, and we spent
some time checking out the ruins of the upper chairlift station.
From there, we hiked up to the high point of the ski resort which at one
time was known as "Lyon Mountain" in reference to its founder, Robert
Lyon. After enjoying the surprisingly pleasant views, we descended
the ski hill and returned to our cars without incident.
||Despite the lack of views throughout
the Diamond T Loop, the snow-clad trees are quite scenic in
||Zosia is looking pretty formidable
with that snowball in her hand.
||Aga and Marta reach the top of a
tree-covered knoll (GR609406; 1528 metres) encircled by Diamond T
Marta, Aga and Zosia continue hiking uphill.
Wintergreen Golf & Country Club is visible at left.
Zosia and I would return in 2020 to ski
Lyon Mountain. At that time, I would also learn that there is, in
fact, an official name attached to Lyon Mountain--Last Break.
||The Polish girls take a break at the
top of "Lyon Mountain" (1493 metres).
||Here is a summit selfie
with Sonny, Zosia, Aga and Marta.
||Aga and Marta descend the
easy ski run known as "Whitetail".


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Hello, you nice people! I hope you’re out enjoying the sun, I know we are. Next week is the beginning of my maternity leave, as if that means anything in this freelance life. But it’s a signal that soon, very soon, it will happen. I am in such a crazy nesting mode right now, it’s hard to even believe. Today we took a ferry to go pick up a closet that wouldn’t even fit in our car. It makes me want to bang my head against a hard surface, as if Jostein doesn’t have other things to do than drive to the middle of nowhere for nothing.
But, we’ve begun a new model of life in these weeks when Jostein is so crazy busy: I’ve joined his team and am now an errand runner, In that way, we are still stressed but we’re a stressed team!
On instagram, life is just a little calmer. Here are 12 images I’ve saved recently:
1. A painter crush I have, @kristinehellesoe . She puts up paintings that are actually for sale, I really want to get one.
2. A jacket I would knit for myself if I had the patience to knit more than an inch, from @loucph. Soo pretty.
3. @hannastefansson posted this photo that is seriously my dream garden. Imagine sitting here with a coffee, kids running around and plans to play boccia and take a nap in the shade later.
4. An illustrator I want to make books with because she’s so cool, @blameusforourmusictaste
5. We have lots of big trees on this farm, but we don’t really have one appropriate for a swing. But it will be my life plan to get one of these installed, to build forts on and read books in while it gently sways. From @tell.mariasabbah
6. From one of the shops I admire through the internet, @papershophelsinki in Helsinki.
7. Another illustrator I’ve been crushing on lately, @madelinekloepper. I’m very much in children’s book ideas, and I really like this aesthetic that is so perfectly in the middle between my own childhood books and a modern polished look.
8. A recipe for meatballs that I became obsessed with, from @zeinaskitchen.
A few days before we had Saga, I rolled an insane amount of meatballs, maybe that’s why. I get desperate to fill up our house and freezer with food and I forget that we have a car now and can go to the grocery store whenever we want. It’s crazy to think, though, that we went almost a year with a baby without being able to go anywere.
9. A pile of duvets and pillows for little buddies. I love small things like that. From @limonadeshop
10. A cinnamon bun stick from @fabrique, it made my mouth water and it’s such a good idea!
11. Leftover cake for breakfast at @linnheimtun. As it should be, on these may days.
12. For some reason I have a very strong fascination and appreciation for freshly laid humans right now, hm hm hm. I wonder why? Photo from @sannaviolaa

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Monday, January 14, 2008
This is another small Oak tree piece. It has several layers of glass and although it is small, the one inch cedar frame may not be strong enough to support it hung so it may have to be displayed on a small easel. The foilage was first represented by large pieces of glass in various colors of green that were applied to the background glass and then grouted. After the grout had cured the additional leaves are the glass shards that I have used to represent leaves in the past. The underbrush in the foreground also has glass shards for leaves as well as round glass beads to represent berries of some sort.

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After eight years at the Capitol, House Democratic leader Chad Campbell is going back to private life. Campbell has seen the state through good times and bad, and in this May 16 interview, he reflected on his time in the House with an air of relief to be leaving, and very little nostalgia.After eight years at the Capitol, House Democratic leader Chad Campbell is going back to private life. Campbell has seen the state through good times and bad, and in this May 16 interview, he reflected on his time in the House with an air of relief to be leaving, and very little nostalgia.Read More »
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A year after being rolled by Gov. Jan Brewer and key members of his own caucus, Senate President Andy Biggs found himself in the yes column, voting for a budget that he helped guide through the Legislature by first introducing it himself.Read More »
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The Flåm Railway, or Flåmsbana in Norwegian, opened in 1940. From an engineering perspective this railway is an amazing feat. Europe’s steepest railway, it rises, and indeed falls, 864 metres in a distance of only 20.2 kms – with gradients of 1 in 18 (5.5%) along 80% of the distance. This is quite something for a standard gauge track with not a cog in sight – or indeed in existence.
Those interested in the railway itself and its history should visit the small museum in Flåm. I have prepared a separate review on the Railway Museum.
While the railway is technically amazing, and thus, in itself, excites a railway buff like me, what most people rightly notice and remark on, and ultimately why they take the trip, are the spectacular views as the train winds its way up the Flåm valley (Flåmsdalen) from Flåm at the head of Aurlandsfjorden on the famous Sognefjord to Mydral on the Hardangervidda plateau, and back down again.
The journey, which takes about an hour each way, is, without doubt, the number one attraction in Flåm and the primary reason 150+ cruise ships (not to mention all other visitors) pull into port each year.
We caught the train one way from Myrdal down to Flåm having arrived into Flåm on the Bergen Line from Oslo. Thankfully our arrival coincided with a day that there were no cruise ships in Flåm such that, while fairly full, the train was not packed. That said, we did have to board quickly to assure ourselves of a seat on the favoured left hand side going down into the valley. It follows that you need to aim for a right hand side seat on the Flåm to Myrdal journey. The following day there were two cruise ships in Flåm and the train was packed each time I saw it pass. This would have been very uncomfortable and we counted our blessings as we witnessed what appeared chaotic crowd scenes on the Flåm platform. I am sure it was organised chaos!
The train, being a standard Norwegian local train, does stop momentarily at a number of stations along its route. 99.5% of passengers on the train were tourists.
The major attractions along this route are the multiple breathtaking waterfalls and the snow covered (or capped in summer) mountains. While most of the waterfalls are somewhat in the distance the train passes right by (and indeed stops at) the singularly spectacular and majestic Kjosfossen.
The train passes within feet of the lower part of this hour-glass shaped waterfall, stopping for a few minutes so that visitors may have a closer look and take photographs from the viewing platform, onto which you step directly of the train. As everyone gets of the train the platform gets quite crowded making getting a wide angled picture without people in it impossible. Had I thought of that in advance I would have been quicker of the train. Dear Reader, now that I have told you, you will be first of the train when it stops!
Kjosfossen has a total drop of around 225 metres (738 ft) and, being fed by the large Reinungavatnet (Reinunga Lake),located only slightly upstream, there is lots of water cascading down all year round.
Just as we were about to leave the falls, Huldra appeared in the distance. Located on a large rock to the right hand side of the falls she danced and sang (totally inaudible given the thunderous sound from the water falling) to music provided by the train! One is left to wonder how the good Huldra, a seductive folkloric forest creature, managed to stay on the rock with the water spray. I have a sneaky suspicion that she was actually behind the spray and not getting wet at all, despite the appearance from our vantage point.
Huldra is of course an actress, in fact from the Norwegian Ballet School, who appears to entertain tourists during the high season.
A word of caution to my readers with male partners – watch them very carefully as Huldra has lured many the man into the mountains with her seductive singing and dancing. Don’t loose your man here! Mind you ……….
As I understand it, Kjosfossen is only accessible from the Flåm Railway so if you cycle or walk down the valley you will not get up close to it and indeed may not see it at all – hence my recommendation elsewhere that you take the train up to Myrdal and cycle (or walk) back down to Flåm though, given my non return routing, this option was not available to me.
Having completed the steepest part of the descent though 20 tunnels which spiral in and out of the mountainside, with some actually taking the train under the cascading river, the last part of our journey took us parallel to the Flåm river, initially well up from the valley floor as we passed Old Flåm village with its beautiful old church and Brekkefossen across the river to our left. A few minutes later our train pulled into Flåm Station.
Yes, the trip is spectacular and a must do as you journey around this part of the fjords but I would not rank it as “The World’s most incredible train journey of 2014” as Lonely Planet did. Without taking from the Flåmsbana trip, I actually much preferred the train trip from Oslo to Myrdal on the famous Bergen Line.
A couple of suggestions, if I may:
If you take the train up from Flåm to Myrdal, hire a bicycle at Myrdal (or take one up from Flåm on the train – NOK100) and cycle down. Hire costs in Myrdal include the cost of getting the bicycle back up to Myrdal – you don’t have to ride it back! As, sadly, I didn’t do the trip I am unaware of bicycle hire costs in either Flåm or Myrdal. Cycling down takes one and a half hours. You could also walk down to Flåm – allow five hours.
If taking the train down and unencumbered by luggage, consider getting off at Hareina, two stops before Flåm station, and walking the last three and a half kilometres into Flåm via Old Flåm. Let the conductor know of your intent in this regard to ensure that the train actually stops at Hareina.
The Flåmsbana connects with the mainline Bergen Line for those arriving or departing thereon. I have included more details on connections in my Myrdal review.
For tickets bought from Norwegian Railways (NSB) (www.nsb.no) one way fares cost NOK320 while return trips costs NOK640. If you wish to buy through tickets connecting with the Bergen Line you must buy your tickets from NSB.
Tickets bought at the train station in Flåm or via visitflam.com (https://www.visitflam.com/en/flamsbana/) cost NOK320 single in either direction while a return trip from Flåm (not Myrdal) costs NOK420.
Our ticket from Myrdal to Flåm was included in our Norway in a Nutshell package so I am not sure how much it cost.
The Flåm Railway operates year round with 9-10 departures daily from Flåm between May and September, and four departures daily during the rest of the year. Refer to either of the websites listed under the cost section above for more details.


Masses Beware is a Progressive Rock band that originated in Greensboro NC. The band started in 2010 as a post punk band with founding members Brandon Giancana (Drums), Bryant Giancana (Bass), and Nick Giancana (Guitar and Keyboards). The band later added different demo singers to the project, and the self titled EP was released in March 2011. By the end of 2011 the band changed genres to Progressive/Hard Rock. Masses Beware started to come to Nashville TN every month for a year to cut songs in big studios like Omni, Darkhorse and Quad with producer Voytek aka V, who produced Shaka Khan, Ozzy Osbourne, and many other big names. They started on there second EP in October 2012. The band has since then decided to move to Nashville TN permanently. The band switched from demo singers to a permeant singer Casey Self from Bellwood NC, and added Sam Deyton from Shelby NC as another guitar player as well. There new album “Never Seen The Day” was started in September 2013 in Nashville TN. The album was produced, and engineered by Masses Beware.Their song Kingmaker was picked up by a film producer for a Motion Picture of the same name “Kingmaker” that will be in post production 2016. The band is still currently touring the East Coast and growing towards bigger venues and starting to move to the West Coast soon 2015. [June 2014 the band played for the B.B Kings Stage for CMA Fan Fest in Downtown Nashville TN, they also played the Nashville State Fairgrounds for The Vans Warped Tour in July 2014] Music is currently available on Tunecore, Spotify, Itunes, Google play, Rdio, Deezer, Xbox Live/Zune, Rhapsody, Emusic, Simfy, Muve, Myspace music, I Heart Radio, Nokia, Media Net, Vervelife and Amazon. Thanks you to the many radio stations in Pennsylvania, California, North Carolina, Michigan, Florida, and even in places in Europe such as the UK, Germany, and The Netherlands, for playing our songs. A list of our endorsers are Spaun Drums, Scymtek Cymbals, Dillion Guitars, and MTD Basses.


It was Elvis Presley in skinny jeans.
Opening the show with I Got, Gadhia set the tone with his Elvis-like legs – lots of deep plies, shuffling feet and frantic, sporadic movements – as he bashed a tambourine against his hip, all the while accompanied by his beautiful and strong voice.
After nearly two years of touring on their self-titled debut album, Gadhia told the crowd some much-welcomed news: They’ll be heading back to their home in Southern California to work on a new album.
“We’re getting the f*** back in the studio – that’s what we want,” he said.
It’s about damn time.
But the longtime touring definitely did the rising band some good: They’ve really come into their own and mastered their performance.
While they don’t use a wide range of instruments (which my folky preferences tend to adore) the five-piece group puts on an impressing tech-filled show. Their “techy,” Andy, often appears to switch up Gadhia’s double microphones and voice boxes, while guitarist Jacob Tilley fiddles with his many pedals to switch up his sound.
And of course, we got a sampling of the upcoming album with new songs like What You Got, Teacher and Camera.
And it’s enticingly promising. While a big fan of their first album, my only issue was the majority of it didn’t keep pace with the single that shot them to fame, My Body.
But What You Got and Teacher were lively and reminiscent of that first love fans experienced with their trademark hit – showcasing Gadhia’s full range vocals from harmonious, right to shrill screams – it was glorious.
And of course, they played all the favourites too.
Cough Syrup evoked one giant sing along – unfortunately the crowd (or at least the ladies next to me) could not carry a tune for the life of them. But the faithful crowd – mainly made up of women – continued to sing along, enchanted by the dreamy Gadhia.
Just as they rocked the show, they rocked the hell out of the encore too: Coming back with a cover – which always bodes well in concerts.
“It’s Friday night,” Gadhia said, ramping up the crowd. “It’s the freakin’ weekend.”
And that’s all it took for the unexpected transition into R. Kelly’s Ignition.
His solid and soulful vocals were a perfect match for the R&B tune.
Even though we all knew it was coming, closing the show with My Body took the crowd by storm.
To hear and see it performed live truly demonstrates that song will never get old.
It created a modest moshpit in the crowd – but better yet, on stage: Watching Gadhia, and guitarist Eric Cannata head bang, race, jump and mosh around the stage could get anyone’s adrenaline pumping.
I don’t think anyone in their right mind could have gone home to bed after a finish like that.
Photos by Stephanie Ip
Check out Young the Giant’s cover of Ignition here.


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Morning Glories Volume 4: Truants
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- Still reeling from the climactic events of "P.E.," the Glories find themselves lost in time and space, confronted by a new group of students who might be even more dangerous than the faculty themselves - the truants! Questions are answered and new mysteries emerge as Season One comes to a shocking end!
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GENEVA (IPS) – A new report from the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights concludes that “grave violations” even potential war crimes have occurred since the U.S.-led forces have occupied Iraq, leaving “a stain upon the effort to bring freedom” to that country.
The acting high commissioner, Bertrand Ramcharan, issued a call Friday for establishing mechanisms to prevent a repeat of such abuses and to protect Iraqi citizens.
“It is crucial that protection arrangements be strengthened as a matter of the utmost urgency. This concerns oversight of the military forces and the building up of the protection institutions of the new Iraq,” says the report.
Iraq has been under military occupation for more than a year. In March 2003, the United States and Britain led an invasion of that country, without obtaining UN approval though backed by some other governments. Their declared motive was to find the weapons of mass destruction they claimed the Saddam Hussein regime was hiding.
With Saddam overthrown and now in custody, and the alleged weapons laboratories yet to be found, the occupying forces are the target of an increasingly heated popular resistance, in the context of images made public since late April of torture and abuse of Iraqi prisoners in prisons under “coalition” command.
Ramcharan presented his report Friday to Australian Ambassador Mike Smith, chairman of this year’s sessions of the UN Commission on Human Rights, which met for six weeks in March and April.
When the sessions concluded on April 23, Ramcharan had said he was “perplexed” by the silence of the UN’s highest authority on human rights in regards to the situation in Iraq.
The Commission, under pressure from the United States, according to what European diplomats said unofficially, interrupted the mandate of its special rapporteur who had been entrusted since 1991 to monitor respect for human rights in Iraq.
Ramcharan submitted the report to the Commission’s 53 member states, which together or individually could request an urgent special session to discuss the matter. If no state expresses interest in studying the Iraq situation, however, the report will be left until next year’s sessions of the Commission on Human Rights.
Diplomatic sources, speaking on condition of anonymity, said it is unlikely that members of the Commission would decide to push for a political discussion on the hottest issue in today’s international arena.
Cuba experienced that climate of cautious disinterest during this year’s sessions when it unsuccessfully sought to put on the agenda a discussion of the prison conditions at the U.S. naval base of Guantánamo where alleged members of the Islamic extremist group al-Qaeda have been held for more than two years.
José Díaz, spokesman for the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), denied Wednesday that the report had been modified under pressure from the members of the occupying forces of Iraq. “There has been no change in the formulation of the text,” he said.
Ramcharan’s report was sent Wednesday to the U.S. and British governments. The observations of both and of the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA) are included as annexes to the UN text.
The interim high commissioner’s report recognises that from the human rights perspective there has been an improvement since the U.S.- and British-led coalition took control of Iraq.
“The government of president Saddam Hussein was a brutal, murderous, torturing gang that preyed on its own people,” states the text.
Among the advances noted by UN officials is the internal debate taking place about a new constitutional architecture for Iraq that respects international human rights law.
The document also outlines the creation of an Iraqi Ministry of Human Rights, broader participation of women in public life, and greater freedoms of expression and of opinion.
But: ” Notwithstanding these efforts it is now a matter of public knowledge that detainees have been ill-treated and degraded and, before the submissions received from the CPA and from the governments of the United States and the United Kingdom (Annexes I to III), it was unclear what protection arrangements existed in Iraq since the fall of the previous administration.”
The document goes so far to state that some of the abuse “might be designated as war crimes by a competent tribunal.”
“Willful killing, torture or inhuman treatment, if committed against detainees protected by international humanitarian law constitute a grave breach under the Geneva Conventions and therefore of international humanitarian law.”
The report mentions that “some 10,000 or more” people have been taken into custody in Iraq, and that there are reports that as many as 10,000 Iraqi civilians have been killed since April 2003. Around a thousand coalition forces and 200 coalition civilians have died since then.
The document also takes up the matter of the private security companies hired by the coalition forces. Estimates cited in the text put the number of private security personnel often referred to as mercenaries at 20,000.
The OHCHR team conducted interviews of representatives of independent Iraqi organizations in Amman, Jordan, who “voiced their distress about the protection of civilians by coalition forces.”
The interviewees said the occupying forces had gone too far in their treatment of Iraqi civilians, and gave examples of incidents of this type, included in the report.
“It should be noted that reprisals, or breaching the laws of war as a reply to a breach by the enemy forces, are strictly prohibited, in particular against civilians, protected objects and the environment. Collective punishments are prohibited,” says the text.
The testimonies obtained by the OHCHR team also mentioned arbitrary arrest, violent and armed break-ins of homes and, “in some cases, money or jewelry found during the raid (was) taken by soldiers and not returned.”
And the report finally addresses the most publicized episode: the physical and psychological abuse of Iraqi detainees at Abu Ghraib prison, outside of Baghdad. Photos of such incidents were first broadcast Apr. 28 by the U.S. television network CBS.
In its conclusions, the document states that “the treatment of Iraqi prisoners was, as recognized by coalition leaders at the highest levels, a stain upon the effort to bring freedom to Iraq.”
The investigation commissioned by Ramcharan concludes that the occupying authorities “should arrange for regular inspections of all places of detention and also appoint immediately an international ombudsman or commissioner to monitor respect for human rights in Iraq.”
Ramcharan is acting as high commissioner because his predecessor, Brazil’s Sergio Vieira de Mello, was killed alongside other staff in a terrorist bombing on Aug. 19, 2003 at the UN headquarters in Baghdad. He was serving as the UN secretary-general’s special representative in Iraq.
The jurist, from Guyana, will leave the post at the end of June to return to academia in the United States, though the word in humanitarian circles is that UN chief Kofi Annan will turn to him for efforts aimed at preventing genocide.
The new high commissioner, Canadian magistrate Louise Arbour, will assume the high commissioner post on July 1.

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The minibus operates every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 5 April until 29 November 2023, between the hours of 9.25am and 4.20pm.
It runs between all the Richmond Park car parks, Ladderstile Gate, Richmond Gate, Pembroke Lodge, and Isabella Plantation.This year, the service has been extended to include East Sheen. The service starts and finishes at the barrier in Danebury Avenue on the Roehampton Estate and goes out to Ham, Ashburnham Road (371 bus stop), Ham Gate Avenue (near to the 65 bus stop), and new for this year, out to Mortlake Station (969 stop) outside the Community Centre.
The service is funded by private donations to The Royal Parks charity and allows those who otherwise would not have access to the park the ability to enjoy the natural environment of this National Nature Reserve.
In May, we were pleased to welcome Richmond Park MP, Sarah Olney, and local councillors Nancy Baldwin, Margaret Dane, and Chris Varley to experience the Richmond Park minibus service.
Up to: July 2023
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Sharing utility bills in public maps creates peer pressure among neighboring properties. Why not become an equalizer?
Human nature is a fickle thing. Builders with good intentions with regard to housing performance and sustainability often run up against would-be homeowners who care about little other than square footage and countertop materials. For years, those of us in the "green" camp of construction have sought the magic bullets that will convert everyone to the side of conservation and responsibility. To date, our strongest allies have probably been the ever tightening parameters of building codes. The time is rapidly approaching when no new home in the U.S. will be built with less than Net Zero-plus performance.
In the meantime, however, we have roughly 130 million existing homes in need of performance upgrades, and with the advent of certain new technology, these under-performing homes, for better or worse, will have no place to hide.
This technology is data sharing via interactive maps.
For example, Gainesville, Florida, has launched a Beta website called Gainesville-Green.com that publishes the relative energy used by different house parcels in the same neighborhood. This interactive mapping system allows homeowners, utilities and city officials to quickly identify individual homes and entire neighborhoods that use a lot more power than their neighbors.
Peer pressure from neighbors has historically proven an effective method of getting people to tighten up. According to Popular Science, studies by Opower and other organizations have shown significant reduction in energy use by neighbors, when presented with the fact that their neighbors are doing upgrades.
Not everyone loves the concept. Writing in The Gainesville Sun, for instance, Kayla Sosnow skewers the town's plan to extend the service to rentals. She says that such information will further divide the haves and have nots, sending good tenants to the most energy efficient buildings, poor tenants to the worst performing structures.
Sosnow makes some good points. Not everyone can afford to renovate and upgrade buildings and equipment, and low income people demonstrably spend way too much of their income on energy. But I would need to see some data supporting her hypothesis that poor energy efficiency ratings would influence which neighborhoods renters choose. I would actually like to believe this is true, but in my experience, I've found that poorer families tend to pay even less attention to energy efficiency than more affluent ones. They're looking at the monthly nut, not thinking about how they'll pay for a huge heating bill in January.
Silver Linings for Builders and Planners
The silver linings created by heads-up energy reporting also deserve a callout. Identifying energy-wasting neighborhoods allows them to be targeted by city officials. Chances are that if the neighborhood has lots of older homes with poorer occupants, carefully placed and subsidized energy upgrades could relieve struggling residents of high utility costs. Among certain research circles, this is a familiar concept--the idea that "Zip code is not destiny." The theory is that if people are freed of the burdens of survival, they can create savings and invest in other products and education that will improve their economic future.
Here's a comprehensive plan of action (pdf), from the Environmental Defense League, outlining how properly focused funding of energy efficiency can make an immediate impact in monthly energy bills.
For the building industry, the applications for energy maps is obvious. It's easy to identify properties where certain upgrades could save the owner thousands of dollars in energy expenses each year. In other words, whether or not the would-be client is green minded, the economic benefits of new windows, better insulation, high efficiency HVAC and so on can be demonstrated with real numbers. Combine this pitch with a partnership with a local utility or housing organization, and the list of potential new clients should last for many years. In this way, the builder/remodeler becomes an "equalizer," bringing all properties closer to their net zero potential.