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First the negatives....
The author has a prologue interview stating that both he and his fans believe this is a classic "timepiece" work, similar to "The Great Gatsby".
In my humble opinion, it is not. At times this book is VERY wordy and exhaustive when it really didn't need to be so.
The saving grace is that the story is put together very well, and has some good symbolism and foreshadowing - and it has a VERY GOOD wit and sarcasm humor value - actually some of the best I've read/heard!!
Despite its "wordiness", overall, I found this book to be entertaining and a good listen.
The narrator is terrific!! One of the best I have listened to!
I was between 4 and 5 and rounded down because of the author's self proclaimed "classic timepiece" braggadocio.
Very slow paced. I kept waiting for something to happen, it never does.
I had read all the reviews. I guess I was expecting too much. I was very disappointed about the entire book.
I felt the narration was a little on the dull side.
major disappointment. I was really expecting something good. I had read a few of the John Corey series. This was very boring compared to those books.
Easily entertained and amused.
I read this in paperback nearly 20 years ago and have always remembered it as being really good, but after so long a time had forgotten many details. When I saw there was now a sequel, I purchased this audio along with The Gate House sequel. It was every bit a good as I'd remembered it, made even better with the reader's incredible performance.
If you liked The Great Gatsby, you'll love The Gold Coast. DeMille gives his Gatsby-ish characters more depth and the story lines more details. There is a comedic element to The Gold Coast that softens the drama that made Fitzgerald's Gatsby a little more refined and classical (no one farts in The Gatsby), but for me, the humor better reflects real life and I love to laugh.
I've panned some of Nelson DeMille's other books, but this one is a very different book. It is full of sarcasm, dry wit, interesting situations and more than a few times I found myself laughing out loud.
In the author's notes he mentions this as his most popular book among readers, and I can see why. I think the writing eclipses some of his other efforts.
Marvelous book and as others have said it will stand the test of time. I am not sure I can say anything that other readers have not already said except this is truely a look into how those of the 'well heeled' live and think. John and Susan were born into a world most of us will never know. They lack for nothing and yet they are not satisified nor fullfilled. They never even notice that fact until a man who is just as rich but oh so dangerous to their world of priveledge moves in next door. He's just not their 'kind' of people so what will knowing him bring into their world. Could he be their forbidden fruit?
Totally addicted to Audible.
This is a good book but it does not have a happy ending. The story is told well and the characters are very real. You see where things are headed but are drawn in to the details. It will leave you thinking about it for weeks to come.
I loved Plum Island, The Charm School and The Lion's Game. This book is a totally different genre. I used my book credit for the reason it had such rave reviews. Although I prefer more suspense, action, and foreign intrigue, this book has an excellent plot-well developed. Characters are aptly described. Easy for the listener to visualize all that DeMille is describing. The author takes a long time in Part 1 in the character development and misc. scene and event descriptions, but it does all add to the overall picture. Be patient with Part 1 of the book. I had to "re-listen" to several parts of Part 1 as it is very slow in getting started. Parts 2 & 3 contain faster plot development and more interesting facets of the story. "Hang in There" - you will find this book a page turner as it progresses. Am starting to listen to the sequel, The Gate House, today. Need to find out what happens to these unfortunate souls...................I wasn't that pleased with the reader, but then, I'm a Scott Brick fan. The reader does do an excellent job of portraying the snobbish, somewhat wimpy, husband. He also portrays the mafia characters very well. Again, "Hang in There" through Part 1 and you won't be disappointed.
I had listened to Nelson DeMille's other books and finally decided to listen to The Gold Coast. I have listened to over 500 books in the past few years and read many more before that. I have to say that this was my most favorite book ever. It is such an interesting story and DeMille's humor just cannot be matched. Also the narration was superb. I enjoyed The Gate House as well. My sister also listened to them and immediately listened to both of them again. She said they were even better when heard the second time. I cannot recommend them enough.
Like being there!
Descriptions of the days when the Gold Coast was thriving
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Reforms would likely advance under Pope Francis, who may be more receptive than his predecessors to an “internal democratization” of the Church, she said.
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Tropical Cyclone Yasi to leave 'unprecedented' destruction and heartache, says Premier
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- February 04, 2011
RESIDENTS evacuated from Townsville as Cyclone Yasi bore down on the coast have been allowed to return to their homes.
Premier Anna Bligh said most people in the town's five evacuation centres have left, and others are making preparations to return home.
``All of that dislocation we've seen across the last couple of days, (people) now starting to get back home, (a sense) hopefully of normality returning to Townsville.''
Flying into the city briefly this afternoon before heading north with Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan to inspect the damage, Ms Bligh said the clean-up effort was already well under way.
``I've noticed in Townsville there are already people out there clearing the trees off the main highway, so I'm glad in north Queensland the clean-up has started as soon as it could.''
Evacuated Railway Estate resident Lis Travis and his family briefly returned to their low-set home mid-morning on Thursday to check the damage caused by destructive winds, coupled with storm tides and planned to return in the afternoon when the water level had subsided.
``You think it would be last night that we'd get hit with a big surge, but it was a lot higher this morning, about three foot and up to our second step,'' Mr Travis told AAP.
``We got a call from a neighbour this morning saying the water level was rising fast and in the space of 10 minutes it had gone up a foot.
``Luckily we took all of our personal stuff with us when we left yesterday (Wednesday) and put everything else up high.''
The storm tide peaked at 2.3 metres on Thursday morning in inundated streets in South Townsville and Railway Estate, including the Caltex Fuel Station on Railway Avenue.
Railway Avenue resident Wendy Emmerson described the flooding as the worst she'd seen in the three years she'd lived in her Queenslander home.
``It's all wet under the house but I'll have to wait until the power comes back on to see if the washing machine still works,'' she told AAP.
``But I'm fairly relieved my house and contents are still here. I was prepared that I'd come back and it not be here so at least it's a result with no life lost.''
``It's just a hell of a mess to clean up.''
The sentiments are echoed by MP for Thuringowa and Queensland Minister for Roads, Craig Wallace.
He said everyone was grateful the devastation did not extend to loss of life and there was still a lot of work to do in the clean-up.
``But we'll stick together and we'll pull together,'' Mr Wallace said.
Townsville Mayor Les Tyrell has warned the town could run out of fresh drinking water tonight after power outages shut down the water treatment plant.
Cr Tyrell has pleaded with residents to conserve water.
``Certainly our water treatment plant at Douglas, our major sewerage treatment plants and the council's communication system have all been put off line,'' he said.
``Unless we conserve water in Townsville, there is a reasonable likelihood that the city could run out of water tonight.
``I am appealing to the people of Townsville and Magnetic Island...that water is a critical issue at this moment and I would ask them to use water in the next couple of days simply for drinking purposes.
``The outcomes are fairly tremendous if we don't do that.''
He also urged residents to stay off the roads as clean-up gets underway to give emergency services as much room and access as possible.
But he said as far as structural damage was concerned, the city appeared to have ``come out of this very well''.
Motorists attempting to travel north of Ayr have been left stranded, with accommodation in the town full and no power.
The Bruce Highway north of Ayr is closed due to damage to the area.
Police have urged motorists wanting to drive north to wait or head back south to areas that can facilitate their stay until roads reopen.
Townsville's famous esplanade the Strand suffered extensive damage in last night's storm.
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Burnhead can be a tough place to find accurate information like any city in the UK. Read on to learn about which data to stay on top of when looking at house for sale in Burnhead.
On top of this, keep reading for detailed information on the demographics of Burnhead in Dumfries and Galloway. This is crucial in finding out if the area is worth for looking at houses for sale in the UK for an investment over the long term too.
What is the asking price on average of houses for sale in Burnhead?
Before a house gets sold, the figure it sells for always starts off as an asking price. This average asking price for the houses for sale in Burnhead determines the eventual sale price of the house so it isn’t the most important figure but is still important to take note of. This figure is currently £212,308.
Below, there is a table showing the asking price of the different sizes of houses based on the number of bedrooms of the houses in Burnhead.
Average asking prices for houses for sale in Burnhead
|Average asking price (1 bed)||no relevant data for this city|
|Average asking price (2 bed)||no relevant data for this city|
|Average asking price (3 bed)||no relevant data for this city|
|Average asking price (4 bed)||no relevant data for this city|
|Average asking price (5 bed)||no relevant data for this city|
Based on this table, hopefully, you will be able to tell what type of house for sale is the most suitable for your budget. You can also consider the average asking price per square foot (£0) for houses for sale with this table to get a good idea as to whether Burnhead is the right area to buy a house in for you.
In general, what do houses for sale sell for in Burnhead?
For the city of Burnhead, the average price a house sells for is £135,518. This value usually depends on the exact location of the house within Burnhead as well as other factors like the population growth in Burnhead which is -2% over a ten-year period.
|Housing category||Total final sale price|
|Aerage sold price (detached)||£195,164|
|Aerage sold price (semi-detached)||£136,862|
|Aerage sold price (terraced)||£110,255|
|Aerage sold price (flat)||no relevant data for this city|
The above table puts this figure into perspective as you can see the various average sale prices of a house for the specific type of house you’re most interested in. This comparison is important because the type of house you’re considering to buy may be more or less in demand based on variations in supply and demand in the city of Burnhead.
|Housing category||Sale price per square foot|
|Aerage sold price/sqft||£1,260|
|Aerage sold price/sqft (new build)||£1,110|
|Aerage sold price/sqft (old stock)||£1,330|
Generalising the bottom table, the average value per square foot of a house for sale is £1,260. This value averages all of the types of houses for sale in Burnhead. So, if you’re not sure what type of house you want specifically, you can still get an idea of the real estate market of Burnhead.
In Burnhead, what are the demographics like?
In Burnhead, what are the deprivation levels like?
The number of people who are deprived can have an impact on the perception of your house in the general marketplace. Additionally, if you are looking for a house to live in for the long term, you can start to picture what your neighbours and the people in your area live like financially.
If the proportion of deprivation of Burnhead is no relevant data for this city and in general for the UK this figure is somewhere around 33%, you can see if this figure is something you are happy with as you search for a house to buy.
Burnhead in the county of Dumfries and Galloway is notable for its specific demographics and has individual characteristics.
For localised cities and the bigger areas of the UK there are wide variations in the demographics that shape an area so the same is also true for the wider region Burnhead is located in; Scotland.
Below, these demographics are talked about in headings that explain how the city has grown, what the education levels are like in Burnhead, what the social grade score of the city is like and if the green space matches the recommended levels people living in the UK should have.
Have the people of Burnhead grown in numbers?
Population growth in Burnhead is important to know if there is housing demand and the total population may also be looked at as large populations commonly have a lot of buyer demand.
In Burnhead, 4,814 people live in the city as their main place of residence.
It is important to note that it is not the case that everyone likes a large population to live in. People who tend to prefer a more relaxed life are more likely to buy or rent somewhere to live that has a small population and perhaps also wouldn’t mind if the population isn’t growing.
Other people also like to have a mix of both. Where they can visit rural areas and also benefit from the amenities of a busy city.
In Burnhead in the previous five years, have population numbers transformed?
Five years may seem like a long time but it is rare for a city to grow that much unless there is dramatic population growth. In Burnhead, this change has been -1%. Read more here
Someone who wishes to find out how this change has occurred over a longer period of time may also wish to read the headings below and see if the change has continued throughout the past decade too. Or if the change is only true for the more recent figure for five years of -1%. Click here to know more on the UK population trends.
Over the last decade, how has the population differed in Burnhead?
Populations change all the time but if there is a clear change in population in the last ten years this is even more reliable data about the population of the area as opposed to five. This adjustment in population works out to be -2% in Burnhead.
What this statistic is like in comparison to the population change in five years should provide you with a comprehensive understanding of what direction the population is heading in.
In recent years because of the pandemic, it is common to see dramatic differences in the population change in the last five years when comparing it to ten as people realise they can work from home but still keep the current jobs they have.
This means they can move to cities they wouldn’t have considered otherwise and be location-independent of their source of income. Perhaps making a longer commute into the office every week for example.
How much do people in Burnhead earn?
You may be wondering what the amount people earn has to do with house price. Well, house prices generally go up as people earn more not just because they can afford more valuable properties but also because good areas generally attract more desirable infrastructure. For reference, the average household income is no relevant data for this city.
This may be better schools, doctors and areas with lower crime rates. This results in a snowball effect which polarises different areas further, increasing the demand for housing in richer areas by a greater amount. And increasing the proportion of people with high social grade scores. For Burnhead this figure is no relevant data for this city.
Do the people of Burnhead get to enjoy green space?
Providing the right amount of green space for people in the UK is a difficult subject because there are clear benefits for human health but at the same time, it is hard to make sure all areas of the UK can get enough greenery. This is a result of land being already in use in cities where most people live.
In Burnhead, 32.5 is the amount of acres of outdoor space there is for every 1000 people. Charities such as ‘Fields in Trust’ recommend there to be at least 6 acres. This should allow you to conclude whether this green space is sufficient for you if you are interested in buying in Burnhead.
In Burnhead, what is the social grade score?
The social grade score is a good indicator of what type of jobs people generally work in the area. Whether that be working in the primary sector, secondary sector, tertiary sector or maybe the quaternary sector of jobs.
The scale is slightly different to this though on a scale of A to E. A refers to people who are in the most skilled, managerial roles whereas E include people such as casual workers.
In Burnhead, the percentage of people in the two highest categories, A and B is no relevant data for this city. This figure includes people who are therefore most likely to be more skilled and have higher paid jobs.
When contrasting these figures, the average household income for the area is no relevant data for this city. This income will generally get bigger as the percentage of people in the A and B categories go up too (no relevant data for this city).
For the city of Burnhead, what is the education level?
The number of people as a percentage who have been through university and gained a degree is no relevant data for this city. The ability to buy a home is greatly influenced by the number of people who have degrees. no relevant data for this city is the amount people in Burnhead are earning.
As you can tell, this figure along with the number of people who have degrees roughly correlate. For reference, the percentage of people who have degrees in the UK is 22.6% and the average household income is.
As a general rule, the bigger the difference between this 22.6% figure and the percentage of people with a degree in Burnhead, the bigger the difference in the ability to earn and hence buy a house. A higher number of degrees will increase the potential for people to earn and hence the buying power of the population. This will also push up the price of houses in the area.
Nonetheless, making accurate estimates for the appreciation of homes must be done with other pieces of data in mind such as the rental yields or perhaps the crime rate of the area to name some examples.
In general, do people commit a lot of crime in Burnhead?
For the city of Burnhead, crime rate is at no relevant data for this city. So for every 1000 people in the area, no relevant data for this city commit a crime which is prosecuted. Paying close attention to this figure of crime rate is not only important for the value of a house but also to calculate the maintenance cost of owning a house and how attractive an area can be for future buyers.
So, compare it to the nationwide average of 79.52 per 1000 people and consider if you are happy with this figure based on the price you’re paying for a house you’re interested in.
On top of this, houses that are in areas where there is a high crime rate tend to have to pay higher insurance rates, costing a homeowner in the long term.
Additionally, paying for further security on a house such as CCTV or potentially gates and fences that deter thieves may be necessary for an area with a high crime rate.
How are rental yields of the houses for sale different to the rest of the UK in Burnhead?
You may have heard of rental yield as being important for investors who wish to make a sizable profit on their rental properties. If this sounds like you and you’re looking to invest in a house currently for sale and collect rental income in Burnhead this statistic is what you were looking for.
Data should also be compared to the broader region of the UK (Scotland) alongside Dumfries and Galloway then looked at with other statistics like the area’s rent and the turnover of sale of the houses in question. It could be that an investor prefers to make a profit on the sale of a house rather than the rental income and optimal properties for this investment varies throughout Burnhead.
This decision is made differently depending on the investor’s tolerance for risk, investing strategy, the location they’re investing in and their overall goal for buying a house currently listed for sale.
|Average Yield||Average Asking rent||Turnover (rental)||Turnover (sale)|
|Burnhead||no relevant data for this city||no relevant data for this city||no relevant data for this city||48.0%|
|Dumfries and Galloway||no relevant data for this city||no relevant data for this city||no relevant data for this city||44.07%|
As you observe table above, it could be valuable to contrast these figures with other pieces of data relevant to the process of buying like the crime rate or the appreciation of houses for sale in Burnhead.
As you can tell, the best conclusions are drawn when the buyer of a house for sale looks at all the data involved holistically and doesn’t make quick decisions based on one or two pieces of data. As an example, comparing the data with the number of property sold per month (5) will be useful.
What is the growth in the housing market of Burnhead?
Whenever you are thinking about looking for houses for sale in Burnhead, think about how the city is growing and how this may impact the overall growth of the area.
Comparing the growth at different time periods would be a great way to assess whether the growth has slowed down, remained the same or perhaps stagnated over the years.
|1 year||3 years||5 years|
|Burnhead growth rate||no relevant data for this city||1%||no relevant data for this city|
As the population of Burnhead grows, this may also push up the price of the houses for sale. More people would be looking to buy homes and permanently live in the area. This demand helps a home appreciate. However, this isn’t always true because some cities build a lot of houses too to match the supply.
Get professional help on the houses for sale in Burnhead
In today’s market with an abundance of homes available for sale, choosing the best house for sale can be challenging.
With several houses for sale to choose from, who will guide you through the process of choosing?
We have listed here below several experts and companies able to advise and support potential buyers.
The process of finding and investing in a house for sale can be lengthy and time-consuming, this is why we suggest you consult with the following professionals:
- Banks – Lend you the cash
- Insurance companies – Insure your new real estate investment
- Conveyancer – handles all the legal labour that is needed to proceed in buying a house for sale.
- Surveyor – Carries out an independent and complete property valuation of the house for sale
- Mortgage advisor – If you are thinking to get a mortgage to get the finances needed to afford to buy a house for sale, a mortgage advisor is the person you should be looking for
- EPC person – Always get a quote on the Energy Performance Certificate of the houses for sale listed in a certain city
houses for sale in other cities in the UK
See here below a list of cities in the same UK region of Burnhead which is Scotland. You might want to consider these as alternatives for your next real estate investment:
- Balfron in Scotland
- Menstrie in Scotland
- Quarrier’S-Village in Scotland
- Barcaldine in Scotland
- Larbert in Scotland
Or, visit our dedicated page on the houses for sale data for the whole of the UK – houses for sale in the UK.
A house for sale appropriate to your needs
When browsing houses for sale in Burnhead you should think about lots of different criteria:
House for sale affordability – visit the dedicated page of the UK government to understand (see what you can afford)
Location of the house for sale – the region and town you are considering to live in are crucial factors to consider before looking for houses for sale. In this article, we define lots of demographic factors that should help you make a decision.
House for sale transport links – even if working from home is becoming more and more predominant, we suggest you check the transport links the house for sale has.
Number of bedrooms in the house for sale – are you looking for houses for sale for the whole family or are you single? Always think about how many bedrooms you need and if that number might change in the future
energy performance of the house for sale – What is the EPC of the house for sale? Today more than ever, is important that you check the EPC rating of the real estate assets available for sale on the market.
Internet speed in the area of the house for sale – is important to remember that internet speed is a consequence of two factors: your plan and the infrastructure available in the area. Always check these parameters before looking for houses for sale
Does the house for sale have parking – if yes, is it on-street or is the house for sale equipped with a garage?
Houses for sale in conservation areas – always check the National Heritage list. If a house for sale is part of this list it means that it might be impossible for you to make changes to the property’s internal and external structure.
Houses for sale Conditions – some properties, like new builds, need no repairs or works; other houses listed for sale may need some investment to restore them and some others may need a complete renovation. Someone looking for houses for sale should always think about how much time and money they are willing to invest to complete the needed repairs.

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Taylor Tries to Cook: Stir-Fry
This week I wanted to attempt something that I absolutely love, but have never considered actually trying to make. Every year for my birthday, my family goes out to a Japanese restaurant where we are delighted by a delightful hibachi grill show and delicious food. Obviously, I have neither the training nor the resources to make something that extravagant, but I thought I would give stir-fry a shot to try to at least tide me over until the next time I can go to a hibachi grill.
From what I gather on the Internet from people that actually know things about cooking, stir-fry dishes are weeknight favorites because of their versatility and the fact that they don’t take too much effort to throw together. I was skeptical, as many of these recipes had approximately a thousand ingredients, but decided to give it a shot anyways.
I was a little put off after my shopping trip, as it ended up being about $25 for everything I needed for this meal. I had to remind myself that I didn’t have many of the basics of this recipe already in my pantry, such as cornstarch, chicken broth, and peanut oil. Now that I have these things lying around, making this in the future will be much cheaper and easier.
Honestly, the most tedious part was chopping the veggies. I have a knife set that I purchased from the Christmas Tree Shops discount store, so you can imagine that chopping things is a little difficult. Invest in a good knife, kids. The amount of vegetables in the recipe that I used kind of intimidated me, so I stuck to just onion and asparagus. In hindsight, I wish I would have had more veggies, but now I know better for next time.
Cutting up uncooked chicken breast is also fairly new territory for me, as I usually opt for the pre-cooked frozen option. I probably end up wasting a fair amount of good chicken in trying to trim off the fat, but I’m doing my best.
Basically, making this dish is just throwing things in a pan with some hot peanut oil starting with ingredients that take the longest to cook and working your way down. Start with cooking the garlic and ginger first, then add the chicken. Once the chicken is starting to brown, add the veggies. After a few minutes, add soy sauce. In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch in with the chicken broth and then add the mixture to the pan. Simmer until the sauce begins to thicken, and serve with your choice of rice.
This was so much easier than I expected it to be, and I really can’t wait to play around with ingredients in the future. This is a fool-proof base recipe that can be adapted based on what you have lying around. It made me feel like I might actually be becoming capable in the kitchen.
RECIPE (from the Food Network):
1 tablespoon peanut oil
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 medium onion, diced
2 cups sliced carrots
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into thin strips
2 cups sugar snap peas
1 (15-ounce) can baby corn, drained
2 cups broccoli florets
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch
Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger and cook 1 minute. Add chicken and cook 3 to 4 minutes, until starting to brown, stirring constantly. Add onions, carrots, and peppers and cook 1 minute. Add snap peas, corn and broccoli and cook 2 minutes. Add soy sauce and cook 2 minutes, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Dissolve cornstarch in chicken broth in a small bowl and add to wok. Simmer 2 minutes, until sauce thickens. Serve over rice.

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You could be forgiven for thinking the events of UFC 193 were all a dream. From the 56,214 people who turned up to Melbourne's Etihad Stadium to help break the UFC's highest attendance record, to the explosive end of the evening that saw Holly Holm dethrone Ronda Rousey, this was one hell of a strange evening.
Rousey, who had looked previously all but unbeatable during her reign as Strikeforce and then UFC champion, had been expected to continue to steamroll her way into the record books with another destructive performance. Holm, however, had other plans, proving beyond doubt she is the real deal with a second round head kick KO that left hardcore and casual fans around the world open mouthed and wondering just what had happened.
While UFC President Dana White made it clear a rematch between Rousey and Holm would definitely happen, the fact the now former champion is expected to take some time out to make a movie means there could be other options. Here are just a few fights we could see Holm in now.
Ronda Rousey: Despite the fact she now has a break scheduled, the rematch between Rousey and Holm could well be the biggest fight out there for the UFC. It is also one that would undoubtedly be a lot tougher to call for those who bet on MMA. While an immediate rematch would make a lot of sense and give Rousey the chance she deserves to regain her title, there is an argument to say that this is a fight that might be better put on ice until UFC 200 in July 2016. If Rousey decides she needs to right the wrongs from Melbourne, though, we could well see this rematch at the start of the new year.
Miesha Tate: It was only a couple of weeks ago when Miesha Tate was making noises indicating she might be forced to retire from MMA due to the fact she was unlikely to be given a third crack at Ronda Rousey following two comprehensive defeats. With a new queen on the throne, though, the UFC may allow Holm to make a defence of her new title while Rousey takes her break. It would be hard to argue Tate hasn't done enough to deserve it since that last defeat, racking up four straight wins over the past 18 months.
Cat Zingano: It's been a tough few years for Cat Zingano, but one of the most popular female fighters in the UFC could well be next up for the new champion. Having suffered an embarrassing 14 second loss to Rousey at UFC 184, Zingano has been battling injuries throughout this year. But the 33-year-old is now scheduled to make a return to the Octagon over the next few months. With just one loss on her record, her performance against Rousey shouldn't overshadow what Zingano has achieved in the sport.


Healthcare leaders, facing decreased revenue, rapid transformations in care, and growing competition, are increasingly using marketplace intelligence to make the best strategic decisions. Traditionally intelligence has been internally acquired and focused, but that information has limitations. How are leaders now using more comprehensive marketplace intelligence to gain a competitive edge?
In this 30-minute webinar, we’ll take a deep dive into the most up-to-date trends in how healthcare organizations adjust to a very tight and competitive market by making use of intelligence and analytics in new and creative ways.
In this session you’ll learn how healthcare leaders are using marketplace intelligence to:
- Gain comprehensive and detailed intelligence on their competition and to understand their own share of the market
- Identify and address their current leakage points
- Identify future referral opportunities to increase their revenue and referral base
- Successfully expand their service lines and specialty offerings, including M & A
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Funko Pop TV: Power Rangers - Green Ranger Vinyl Figure
It's morphin' time! The Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers Green Ranger Pop! Vinyl Figure features Tommy's alter-ego as an adorable vinyl figure. This figure measures about 3 3/4-inches tall and comes packaged in a window display box.
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It isn’t quite the same as a fire burn; cold “burns” are actually damage to the skin caused by cold. Frostbite is one example.
Propane is stored as a cold liquid, and as it vaporizes and can cause freezing damage– or cold burns– to your skin.
You can also get what’s called a “chemcial burn” from chemicals that are either very strong acids or bases. I wanted to throw that in there since it goes along with the whole “substance that burns your skin but isn’t hot” idea.
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I just wanted to let you all know that this Friday July 16th the Central Jersey Disney Pin Traders will be having there monthly meeting at the:
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If you would like more info just send me an e-mail!
We have between 25 and 30 people attend from all age groups, parents I encourage you to bring your children for a great evening of pin trading and our own disney magic right here in Central New Jersey!!
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A heartbreaking movement while travelling
Sea turtles are one of the endangered animal species. This photo shows a carcass of a sea turtle, we show make efforts and save these endangered animals and protect the environment.
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Emily Dickinson Im ceded 508 essays Saying Goodbye Upon a first reading of Emily Dickinson's poem's I found them very difficult to understand due to her unique style of writing. Once I was able to comprehend the general theme of her poems, they became clearer with profound meaning. Emily Dickinson | Authors | Literature | Glossary |… Emily Dickinson’s writing style is most certainly unique. She used extensive dashes, dots, and unconventional capitalization, in addition to vivid imagery and idiosyncratic vocabulary. Instead of using pentameter, she was more inclined to use trimester, tetrameter, and even dimeter at times. Emily Dickinson Speech - Ken Staley Emily Dickinson First… In order to understand some of the feelings Dickinson expresses and to learn how the way she chose to live her life affected her unique poetic style, it is important to look at her life before she began to write and the atmosphere she grew up in. Emily Elizabeth Dickinson was born December 10... Emily Dickinson — Wikipedia Republished // WIKI 2
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Emily Dickinson And Her Work - The 5 Towns Jewish Times Emily Dickinson is considered by many to be the greatest American female poet, due to her unique writing style. Throughout her short life, Dickinson wrote thousands of poems, typically shorter than a single page. “Because I Could Not Stop For Death” is a classic example of Dickinson’s uniqueness, and is a masterpiece poem written around 1863. Writing Style - Emily Dickinson's Extravaganza - Google Emily Dickinson has a very unique style of writing that many people do not understand. Two characteristics of her writing that set her apart from other writers are the use of capitalization, and the use of dashes throughout her poems. What is Emily Dickinson's unique writing style - answers.com Her writing style is unique in that it is elegant, old fashioned, and sets the tone for dark horror. Her writing style is of a gothic styled nature. Writing Techniques of Emily Dickinson Essay - 2110 Words ...
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"Taking off Emily Dickinson's Clothes" - Mrs. Kirkman's AP ... Unless otherwise stated, the content of this page is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 License Emily Dickinson - Emily Dickinson Poems - Poem Hunter Emily Dickinson Poems. Emily Elizabeth Dickinson was an American poet. Born in Amherst, Massachusetts, to a successful family with strong community ties, she lived a mostly introverted and reclusive life. After she studied at the Amherst Academy for seven years in her youth, she spent a short time at Mount Holyoke Female Seminary... Compare And Contrast Writings Styles Of Emily Dickinson And ... Compare and Contrast Writings Styles of Emily Dickinson and Walt Whitman Emily Dickinson has a very distinct style of poetry. She uses slantline (incomplete thoughts) which she developed in this poem, if you were coming in the fall. Emily Dickinson and her Poems
Reflection: The Writing Style of Emily Dickinson Emily Dickinson is hailed to be one of the greatest and most popular poets even up into the modern day where many people still read her works for inspiration.
Socio-Historical Background - Emily Dickinson Poetry Many scholars now identify Dickinson's style as the forerunner, by more than fifty years, of modern poetry. At the time in which Dickinson wrote, the conventions of poetry demanded strict form. Dickinson's broken meter, unusual rhythmic patterns, and assonance struck even respected critics of the time as sloppy and inept.
Dickinson's poems are unique for the era in which she wrote; they contain short lines, typically lack titles, and often use slant rhyme as well asAlthough most of her acquaintances were probably aware of Dickinson's writing, it was not until after her death in 1886 — when Lavinia, Emily's younger sister...
Poetry Emily Dickinson is considered to be one of the most popular and prolific poets of her time period. Dickinson had a unique style of writing which pulled in influence from both the Romantic and Realist periods. What is Emily Dickinson's unique writing style - answers.com Her writing style is unique in that it is elegant, old fashioned, and sets the tone for dark horror. Her writing style is of a gothic styled nature.
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Barbie is a symbol of beauty and perfection, but for today's party she needs a little help with her manicure. Can you help her out, ladies? It’s not just another trivial nails spa game but one in which you ladies are going to discover the secrets hidden behind the look of her beautiful hands! First of all, you’ll have to apply some professional beauty products on her hands in order to prepare them for the most important part of the beautifying session, then you’ll have to cut and repair her nails and start creating an awesome design for the most famous doll ever. There are thousand of combinations you can try with patterns, nail polish and accessories. Choose the perfect nail art and top it off with bracelets or super sparkly rings that will transform Barbie`s hands into a jaw-dropping masterpiece. Enjoy it, ladies!
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Construction of an industrial and hazardous waste treatment plant in HCM City’s Bình Chánh District kicked off on Friday. — VNA/VNS Photo Xuân Tình
HCM CITY — Construction of an industrial and hazardous waste treatment plant began on Friday at the Đa Phước Solid Waste Treatment Complex in Bình Chánh District.
The Mộc An Châu Logistics Corporation is the major investor in the plant, which covers 17 hectares and has a daily processing capacity of 500 tonnes.
Phạm Duy Tân, general director of the company, said the pilot operational period will begin in October next year, with official opening in September, 2021.
The plant processes and turns 70-90 per cent of waste into valuable materials and products.
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Nguyễn Thành Phong, chairman of the municipal People’s Committee, said the increasing amount of urban waste is affecting the environment and residents.
The total volume of solid waste discharged by urban areas has increased by 10 to 16 per cent on average each year.
The city has more than 2,000 factories and 10,000 other small- and medium-sized manufacturing facilities.
About 2,500 tonnes of industrial and hazardous waste are discharged every day, including about 400 tonnes of hazardous waste.
Industrial and hazardous wastes are expected to increase by 3,500 tonnes daily by 2025.
The city has 13 small-scale hazardous waste facilities with a total processing capacity of 250 tonnes a day.
“Building large-scale plants is necessary for the city’s sustainable development goals,” Phong said.
City authorities have created favourable conditions for investors to implement their environmentally friendly projects, he said.
Construction of two waste-to energy plants has begun at the Tây Bắc Solid Waste Treatment Complex in Củ Chi District. — VNS


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Aditya Roy Kapur 'keeps the fighting spirit alive' in first look poster of Om: The Battle Within
Om: The Battle Within, starring Aditya Roy Kapur and Sanjana Sanghi, went on floors on 3 December
The first look of Aditya Roy Kapur from his upcoming film Om: The Battle Within has been unveiled. The shooting of the action-thriller began on Thursday, 3 December. Aditya will share the screen space with Dil Bechara actress Sanjana Sanghi.
In the poster, Aditya is seen sporting a rugged and raw look. He is seen holding a gun and posing as if he is walking.
Aditya took to his Instagram to share the first look from his upcoming film. "A battle within to keep the fighting alive!" the actor captioned the image.
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Om: The Battle Within is the directorial debut of Kapil Verma, son of action director Tinu Verma. The film is produced by Zee Studios, Ahmed Khan, and Shaira Khan.
The announcement of Om: The Battle Within was made on 16 November, which was Aditya Roy Kapur's 35th birthday.
Speaking about the plot of the film, producer Ahmed Khan had earlier said Om: The Battle Within revolves around emotionally disturbed relationships in the line of duty.
Om: The Battle Within is expected to release in summer 2021. In the film, Sanghi's character name is Kavya. The actress had earlier said that her character in the film is much like what every young Indian girl aspires to be.
She will play the role of a confident, hardworking, sharp, empathetic and brave girl in the film. Sanjana had also said that her role in Om: The Battle Within is nothing like anyone has seen in celluloid before.
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Preity Zinta's said her family members, including mother and brother, had tested positive for Covid-19 last month but have recovered now.
Shahid Kapoor, who recently concluded the Hindi remake of Jersey, wrote in a social media post that he now wishes to play a ‘fun’ role.
Bombay HC directs police not to take coercive action against Kangana Ranaut, sister Rangoli Chandel in sedition case
The FIR charges Kangana Ranaut and Rangoli Chandel with sedition and for allegedly "trying to create hatred and communal tension" through their posts on social media.


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Bioenergy has been identified as a key contributor to future energy scenarios consistent with the Paris Agreement targets, and is relied upon in scenarios both with and without bioenergy with carbon capture and storage, owing to the multiple ways in which bioenergy can substitute fossil fuels. Understanding the environmental and societal impacts of land-use change (LUC) to bioenergy crops is important in determining where and how they could be deployed, and the resulting trade-offs and co-benefits.
We use systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the existing literature on two poorly understood impacts of this LUC that are likely to have an important effect on public acceptability: cultural ecosystem services and biodiversity. We focus on the impact of LUC to non-food bioenergy crops on agricultural landscapes, where large-scale bioenergy planting may be required. Our meta-analysis finds strong benefits for biodiversity overall (up 75% ± 13%), with particular benefits for bird abundance (+81% ± 32%), bird species richness (+100% ± 31%), arthropod abundance (+52% ± 36%), microbial biomass (+77% ± 24%), and plant species richness (+25% ± 22%), when land moves out of either arable crops or grassland to bioenergy production. Conversions from arable land to energy trees led to particularly strong benefits, providing an insight into how future LUC to non-food bioenergy crops could support biodiversity. There were inadequate data to complete a meta-analysis on the effects of non-food bioenergy crops on cultural ecosystem services, and few generalizable conclusions from a systematic review of the literature, however, findings highlight the importance of landscape context and planting strategies in determining impact. Our findings demonstrate improved farm-scale biodiversity on agricultural land with non-food bioenergy crops, but also limited knowledge concerning public response to this LUC, which could prove crucial to the successful expansion of bioenergy to meet the Paris targets.

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Alicia Keys was a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live's show In Brooklyn, New York at the Brooklyn Academy of Music on Friday.
The 14-time Grammy winner, who is a New York resident talked with Jimmy about her 2-year old son Egypt and the water damage Hurricane Sandy caused to some of her musical equipment.
Alicia also filmed a funny "Helping Parents to Rock" PSA.
Later in the show she performed "Girl on Fire."
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When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it, it’s your world for the moment. G. O’Keefe.
Through a virtual spring flower art show, I wanted to add a few more moments to your life. Photos I’ve taken over the past few Spring Seasons and coupled with my calligraphic touches, blossoms are now available for your iPhone/iTouch wallpaper.
Would you like computer wallpaper or an art print with that?


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Godolphin's exciting new recruit Sulamani will carry the stable's hopes in reversing a frustrating recent run in the $2 million Group I Dubai Sheema Classic.
German-bred Kazzia beat Quarter Moon by a half-length Friday to win the Vodafone (English) Oaks (Eng-I) at Epsom. Also on the card, German-bred Boreal, a 4-year-old son of Java Gold, took the Vodafone Coronation Cup (Eng-I) as favored Kutub was eased.
Morshdi utilized a wide rally to win the fourth leg of the Emirates World Series, the UAE Grosser Preis von Baden (Ger-I).
Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof's Sabiango earned a half-length win over Boreal in Sunday's Credit Suisse Private Banking Pokal (Ger-I) at Cologne as Godolphin's Mutafaweq disappointed on the soft turf at the German track.
Boreal rallied to the lead with a quarter-mile to run and held on for a 1 1/2-length win in Sunday's BMW Deutsches Derby (Ger-I) at Hamburg. Borgia, Boreal's half-sister, won the German Derby in 1997.
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Bronny James and Zaire Wade are taking their talents to Sierra Canyon High School. The famous offspring of LeBron James, Bronny James will transfer from Santa Monica to team with Zaire Wade, the soon-to-be high school senior and son of Dwyane Wade.
Bronny James is a social media sensation with more than 1 million followers on Instagram. Zaire Wade played in Plantation, Fla., but will move to the Los Angeles area for his senior season to play at the same school that the sons of Scottie Pippen and Kenyon Martin did last year. Bronny James is an incoming freshman and a member of the 2023 recruiting class.
It's possible he will attempt to jump straight to the NBA to follow his father's footsteps from prep basketball to the pros. LeBron James has said his goals centered around longevity include sharing an NBA court with his son. Sierra Canyon is located in Chatsworth, Calif., about 30 miles north of downtown Los Angeles.


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Critical of the draft Direct Taxes Code (DTC), a section of senior revenue service officers has said it is an attempt to make the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) toothless.
The officers, mostly from the Income Tax Department in Mumbai, said DTC had recommended removing powers of CBDT to issue notifications or circulars or even bring in amendments.
The officers, who did not want to be named, alleged those who drafted the code had some ulterior motives in diluting the powers of the board.
CBDT has received several suggestions from stakeholders at different times and the board would not be able to implement them if powers to bring in amendments, notifications and circulars are taken away, the officers, who included Chief Commissioners and Commissioners, said.
They also regretted that the board, which was responsible for mopping direct tax revenue, had been kept away from the process of preparing the code.
The proposed code, which is to be implemented from April 1, 2011, claims that one of its purposes is to remove economic inefficiency, but it, in fact, introduces many contradictions, making it difficult to administer.
Citing some of the contradictions, they said Section 3 (1) (a) of the code included income of a resident accrued to a resident outside India.
But item 29 (a) (i) of the Sixth Schedule excludes income accruals to individuals outside India from the total income, thereby leaving out income of both residents and non-residents accrued outside India.
Similarly, Section 3 (1) (d) of the code includes income of a resident received by him outside India, whereas item 29 (a) (ii) of Sixth Schedule of the code excludes income of an individual received outside India.
These indicate that there is a serious conflict in provisions.

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Transfer of Technology for Pandemic Influenza Vaccine Production in Developing Countries
Contribution from various authors; Compilation edited by Ray Spier
Vaccine 2011; 29 (Supplement 1) A1-A50 (1 July 2011)
The objective of WHO’s Global Influenza Vaccine Action Plan (which began in 2006) is to increase the use and supply of influenza vaccines on a routine basis. This is of value in itself, and is in accord with the European Health Council’s Recommendation on Seasonal Influenza Vaccination . As it is enacted both GAP and the Health Council Recommendation will also reduce the difference between the potential vaccine demand and supply that appears during an influenza pandemic. The WHO has been publishing summaries and occasional report on its website including summarising the main objectives and goals of the plan.
The original Global Action Plan (or GAP-1) followed from a consultation WHO organized in Geneva in May 2006 inviting key stakeholders from national immunization programmes, national regulatory authorities, vaccine manufacturers and the research community to participate. That consultation identified and prioritised practical solutions for reducing the anticipated gaps in vaccine supply and the participants drew up an Action Plan with strategies for the short, mid and long term, aiming to increase influenza vaccine production and surge capacity before and during an influenza pandemic. Three main approaches were identified when elaborating the plan:
1. An increase in seasonal vaccine use;
2. An increase in production capacity and;
3. Further research and development.
It was recognised that the implementation of the plan will require the concerted efforts of countries, industry and the global health community with specific support from key financial donors (the Asian Development Bank, Canada, Germany, Japan, the UK and the USA) and technical bodies. The plan and its enactment 2006 to 2011 proved doubly timely. Almost as soon as the plan started a challenge arose to the global arrangements for influenza virus sharing on the basis that it was not of sufficient benefit to resource poor countries . The fact that WHO had already put underway a programme for extending vaccine manufacturing and use to interested moderate resource countries (Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Thailand, Viet Nam and others) facilitated the discussions though the situation was not resolved until the World Health Assembly this year. The second contribution was a small but significant contribution to vaccine production in the 2009 pandemic from those who were involved in the programme.
In preparation for a new consultation for the second five years of the programme many of those engaged in the programme have contributed to this special supplement of the journal Vaccine. Some highlights of the supplement are:
Friede M et al WHO initiative to increase global and equitable access to influenza vaccine in the event of a pandemic: Supporting developing country production capacity through technology transfer
Hendriks J et al An international technology platform for influenza vaccines
Dhere R et al A pandemic influenza vaccine in India: From strain to sale within 12 months
Suhardono M et al Establishment of pandemic influenza vaccine production capacity at Bio Farma, Indonesia
Rudenko L et al Live attenuated pandemic influenza vaccine: Clinical studies on A/17/California/2009/38 (H1N1) and licensing of the Russian-developed technology to WHO for pandemic influenza preparedness in developing countries
Francis DP, Grohmann G WHO influenza vaccine technology transfer initiative: Role and activities of the Technical Advisory Group
Perdue M, Bright R. United States of America Department of Health and Human Services support for advancing influenza vaccine manufacturing in the developing world
Council of the European Union. Council Recommendation of 22 December 2009 on seasonal influenza vaccination (Text with EEA relevance)(2009/1019/EU). Official Journal of the European Union, 2009. L 348/71.
ECDC Global influenza surveillance and virus sharing.


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Over the last few years, we have been building out a progressively more complex microscope. It started life as a high speed widefield microscope (posted about here and here), was later upgraded to include a photoactivation and photobleaching system (see this post), and now has had a CSU-W1 spinning disk confocal added to it, courtesy of an S10 we were awarded.
We now are working to set up laser safety interlocks on this system. There are three lasers to interlock – the laser launch (from Spectra Applied Research), and the 405 nm and 473 nm lasers for photobleaching (from Vortran Laser Technology). There are also three interlock switches – one that opens when the Ti is set to send light to the eyepieces, one that opens when the Ti brightfield arm is tipped back, and one that opens when the CSU-W1 case is opened. These are all wired in series, so that opening any one open circuits the interlock.
The challenge comes when we want to connect the interlock circuit to all three lasers at the same time. The laser manufacturers don’t specify how their interlock circuits sense whether the interlock circuit is open or closed, but presumably it’s done by applying a voltage on one side of the circuit and seeing if it shorts to ground. However it’s done, it turns out that the Vortran lasers and the Spectral Applier Research Launch do it in incompatible ways and we can’t get the interlocks on all three lasers to work when we simply parallelize their interlock inputs and attach them to the interlock loop on the microscope.
The solution is to build our own interlock distribution box, by using relays to isolate the interlock inputs on each device from the others.
The relays are low power 5V relays that only draw 10 mA each. The parts are on order and I plan to assemble it next week. Hopefully it provides a straightforward solution to our interlock problems.

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On the newest episode of The Cageside Beat, brought to you by the ProMMA.info Radio Network, Brian and Mike welcomed WEC fighter Anthony Njokuani and one of his friends and training partners, UFC fighter Steve Cantwell to the show to talk about their upcoming fights and MMA careers.
Njokuani faces Chris Horodecki at this weekend’s WEC 45: Cerrone vs. Ratcliff event while Cantwell will square off against Vladimir Matyushenko at UFC 108: Evans vs. Silva.
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– Njokuani and Cantwell both offered some great insight into their training and upcoming fights, as well as their thoughts on each other’s fights.
– Cantwell took some time talking about his actions after his fight with Razak Al-Hassan and how he and Al-Hassan remain in contact.
– Njokuani discussed how he got into fighting.
– The group also spent some time discussing the status of the 205 division in the UFC and the 155 divisions in both the UFC and WEC.
– Brian and Mike also introduced the new Cageside Beat segment, “The good, the bad, and the ugly” of this week in MMA.
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EU Is Bullying Trading Partners into Violating Trade Rules, NMPF Tells U.S. Official
November 6, 2015
The European Union, by using free trade agreements to limit the use of common cheese names by non-EU producers, is bullying its trading partners into violating international trade rules, NMPF and the U.S. Dairy Export Council told U.S. trade officials.
In comments filed October 28 with the office of the U.S. Trade Representative, the two groups said the European Union is pursuing an increasingly aggressive strategy to restrict the use of cheese names like feta and parmesan.
“This is intended to award EU companies with the sole right to use many terms that have already entered into wide-spread common usage around the world,” they said. “We view the EU’s efforts as bullying its trading partners into violating their World Trade Organization commitments and, where those countries have FTAs with the U.S., their commitments under those agreements, as well.”
The comments detailed more than a dozen examples in which the European Union has or is attempting to restrict the use of generic cheese names through FTAs or other negotiated trade agreements.
Also in their comments on the National Trade Estimate Report, NMPF and USDEC cited numerous other examples of foreign countries using tariff and nontariff barriers to limit U.S. dairy exports. The countries involved include Canada, China, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Israel, Japan and New Zealand.


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7 of the Best Downtown Gatlinburg Restaurants on the Parkway
Of course, one of the best parts of vacation is the food. When you visit Gatlinburg, you’ll have so many options of places to eat no matter what you’re in the mood for. Find breakfast, pizza, pasta, steaks and so much more in the heart of Gatlinburg. The Gatlinburg Parkway is lined with restaurants for you to choose from, making it easy to find somewhere to eat during a busy day of exploring Gatlinburg. To help you decide where you want to eat, we’ve made a list of some of the best downtown Gatlinburg restaurants that sit right on the Parkway!
1. Pancake Pantry
A long-time visitor favorite, the Pancake Pantry is the perfect place to start your mornings. This is Tennessee’s oldest pancake house. Since 1960, the Gatlinburg restaurant has been serving up made-from-scratch pancakes, real butter and fresh whipped cream. Choose from a variety of pancake flavors on the menu, or try something else like waffles or an omelette! There’s even a special kid’s menu with the popular Bears in the Snow pancakes, which are 2 bear-shaped buttermilk pancakes with powdered sugar.
2. The Peddler
For both a delicious dinner and an incredible view, head to The Peddler Steakhouse. Dine on a tender steak cut tableside while you gaze out the window at the shimmering Little Pigeon River. This restaurant’s fresh salad bar is a big hit with visitors — some even decide to get it as their meal! The menu includes more than just steak, however. There are chicken dishes, seafood, and dessert.
If you’re in the mood for barbeque, you have to try Calhoun’s in Gatlinburg! All of the bar-b-que items on the menu are slow smoked with split seasoned hickory logs. The authentic bar-b-que has a pinkish tint on the center of the meat, which is referred to as “The Smoke Ring.” The menu also includes appetizers, pizza, wings, burgers and more.
4. Park Grill
The Park Grill is one of the best downtown Gatlinburg restaurants to order a steak. Located on the Parkway at the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you’ll be able to enjoy a true taste of the Smokies. After your day of hiking one of the trails or taking a scenic drive through the park, stop by The Park Grill for a hearty meal. The menu includes a salad bar, fish and shrimp, sandwiches, steaks, ribs and more.
5. Best Italian
If you’re in the mood for some delicious and authentic Italian cuisine, head to the Best Italian restaurant on the Gatlinburg Parkway. Here, you can order New York style pizzas, golden garlic knots, creamy pasta and more. Customers return to Best Italian year after year for a taste of Italy in the Smoky Mountains. The name of this restaurant certainly speaks for itself!
6. Cherokee Grill
Enjoy traditional American food in this woodsy, mountain lodge setting. Cherokee Grill has something for everyone, from couples to families with kids. You can even get brunch here with a special menu that includes a variety of omelets and eggs benedict. Other popular dishes at this restaurant are the Smoky Mountain Fried Chicken and the Prime Grade Ribeye Steak. Cherokee Grill is located at 1002 Parkway in Gatlinburg, right next to Calhoun’s and across the street from the Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway station.
7. No Way Jose’s
Craving authentic Mexican food? Visit No Way Jose’s. It’s located right across the street from Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, so it’s the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat after spending the day with sea life! On nice days, dine on the restaurant’s outdoor patio in the river. Enjoy chips and salsa, burritos, enchiladas, specialty entrees and more. You can’t go wrong with a meal at No Way Jose’s! For dessert, try the fried ice cream or churro grande sundae.
More Downtown Gatlinburg Restaurants
These are just some of the delicious downtown Gatlinburg restaurants you can visit while you’re in town. Not only do they all have a convenient location, but they all serve incredible meals that will satisfy any appetite. Check out more places to eat in Gatlinburg, and be sure to come hungry on your vacation!

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The Nigerian Army said on Wednesday in Kaduna that it did not regret the clashes soldiers had with members of the Shi’ite Islamic sect during which scores of the Muslim group were killed.
The army argued that the Shi’ite members attempted to kill the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, noting that an assassination attempt on the COAS, was akin to attacking a sitting President.
The General Officer Commanding, One Mechanised Division,Kaduna, Maj. Gen. Adeniyi Oyebade, who said this while addressing newsmen on the activities of officers and men under his command in 2015, said if the Shi’ite could attack the Chief of Army Staff, they could as well attack the nation’s President.
Oyebade, therefore, warned the Shi’ite and other Islamic sects against violence, declaring that the Army would not fold its arms to watch Nigerians being molested.
He said the Nigerian Army remained unapologetic over the clashes with the Shi’ite members.
He noted that the clashes were avoidable if the Shi’ite members had restrained themselves from attacking the convoy of the COAS.
Oyebade added that the Army would not allow any group, be it religion or otherwise to threaten the peace and stability of the people under his command.
He said the Army took the decision on the Shi’ite members in order to curtail what could have snowballed into another major security challenge like the Boko Haram.
According to the GOC, the Nigerian Army had no issue with the Shi’ites as long as they obey constituted authority.
Oyebade assured the people under his command (North-West zone) comprising Kaduna, Kano, Katsina,Kebbi, Niger, Kogi, Zamfara and Sokoto states, that the Army would do everything possible as mandated by the constitution to safeguard their lives and property at all times.
On Boko Haram insurgency in the North-East, the GOC said 21 elements of the sect who had infiltrated the zone (North-west) had been arrested and handed over to the appropriate agency for further interrogation.


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Dispatcher Annie Henderson (left), formerly with the Southgate Police Department, and Officer Gerald Conz keep an eye on the streets of Wyandotte and Southgate from the Downriver Consolidated Dispatch station Wednesday.
By CHRIS JACKETT
Sunday Times Newspapers
WYANDOTTE – Just more than two weeks into the city’s new Downriver Consolidated Dispatch arrangement, things are going smoothly.
Southgate and Wyandotte combined police dispatch services July 1 and expect Lincoln Park to join the mix by the summer’s end.
“We did start the Consolidated Dispatch on July 1 with only Southgate and Wyandotte active at this time,” Wyandotte Police Chief Daniel Grant said. “So far, things have run smoothly, and we anticipate bringing Lincoln Park into the mix in the near future.
“We’re still not fired up all the way. We didn’t want to just flip the switch and have both (cities) in here.”
The consolidation makes monitoring Southgate and Lincoln Park a task performed in Wyandotte, resulting in about $135,000 in savings per year for Wyandotte alone; $60,000 from supervisory reimbursement and $10,000 from utility and space reimbursement.
The three cities will split expenses based on the number of annual 911 calls to each city. Grant said Wyandotte receives about 20,000 calls yearly, while Lincoln Park receives about 24,000 and Southgate receives about 23,000.
Just as the services have been consolidated, so have the staffs for the cities in order to handle the workload. The three dispatchers from Southgate each retired and were hired on as part-time, entry-level dispatchers by Wyandotte, joining the latter city’s existing staff of five full-time dispatchers.
“They retired and got their full pension. Then we brought them on at entry level,” Grant said. “The difference with Lincoln Park is they have no dispatchers.”
He said his department is looking to hire a few more dispatchers to ensure continuous staffing – with 10 to 12 total – when the DCD is at fully combined.
The DCD also is working to add two more dispatch stations to the existing pair in Wyandotte, making the envisioned central dispatch hub a reality for the three communities.
According to Grant, the modifications to the current Wyandotte system were minor, and the former Southgate dispatchers have adjusted quickly and easily.
“They’ve been doing well,” he said. “We use the same dispatching software. A few adjustments with the monitors and that’s about it.”
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If you’re eagerly counting down the days until Capcom’s Resident Evil 4 remake, you’re not alone. The excitement is palpable, and fans of the original GameCube classic are ready to dive back into the survival horror action. But what do you do to pass the time until the release on Friday, March 24? Whether you’re looking to kill time or get fully prepared for the remake, we’ve got you covered. We’ve compiled a list of five games that will enhance your understanding and appreciation of the Resident Evil 4 remake.
Resident Evil 4 VR: Experience the Game from a New Perspective
If you’re worried that playing the original Resident Evil 4 will spoil the excitement of the remake, fear not. The new version is a different game altogether, with a fresh tone and pace. The combat system in the remake is a game-changer, making battles faster and more fluid compared to the original. To fully grasp this approach, I recommend trying out the VR version of Resident Evil 4. This Oculus-compatible version allows players to experience the game in first-person with tactile controls, intensifying the tension as you scramble to heal or manually reload your gun. It’s a contrasting experience that highlights how core gameplay tweaks can completely transform a game.
Resident Evil 2: A Comparison and Crucial Backstory
To get a sense of what the new remake will look and feel like, look no further than Capcom’s excellent Resident Evil 2 remake. This modern, third-person survival horror game revitalized the aging PS1 classic and remains one of the standout titles in the series. Resident Evil 4 builds on the foundation of Resident Evil 2 but takes it a step further, embracing a pure action game approach. Beyond being a valuable point of comparison, Resident Evil 2 is crucial for understanding Leon S. Kennedy’s backstory. While the remake doesn’t delve into how he became a government agent in Resident Evil 4, it reveals essential details about his character and his struggle with PTSD. These two games are now more interconnected, making Resident Evil 2 required reading before diving into the remake.
Resident Evil Village: Exploring Similarities and Building on the Formula
The release of Resident Evil 4 comes just two years after Resident Evil Village, the previous mainline installment in the series. This timing is perfect because it allows us to appreciate how Village attempted to iterate on the original Resident Evil 4’s formula. From the almost identical opening Lycan attack to the structure and gameplay mechanics, there are clear similarities between the two games. Both games feature distinct locations that blend linear play with open-ended exploration, and their crafting and weapon upgrade systems share common elements. Playing the remake alongside Resident Evil Village will enable you to compare and contrast their approaches, showcasing the master-student relationship between the two games. The remake is a masterful return that highlights the well-paced and meticulously assembled nature of the original, something that even the series itself has struggled to replicate.
Dead Space: A Cosmic Coincidence and Different Remake Approaches
If you’re excited about Resident Evil 4, chances are you’ve already indulged in this year’s Dead Space remake. Both games are cut from the same cloth, innovating the horror-action genre in their unique ways. The interesting aspect is how they approach the challenge of remaking a game. Dead Space is a faithful preservation, with minor updates and improved environmental details while retaining the core set pieces and story beats. On the other hand, Resident Evil 4 has been radically reinvented. Everything from characters, story complexity, combat mechanics, boss fights, and location designs has been reworked from the ground up. Playing these two games side by side will give you a deep appreciation for both approaches – one preserving the original and the other reinventing it to deepen our understanding of the classic.
The Last of Us Part I: Uncovering Shared DNA and Modernization
During my time playing Resident Evil 4, I couldn’t help but notice its strong resemblance to The Last of Us. Both are third-person action-adventure games that revolve around a man protecting a young girl from a world overrun by parasites. The remake brilliantly recognizes this relationship and understands how the original game was ahead of its time, inspiring two decades of gaming greatness. By modernizing the 2005 version and turning it into a Hollywood-style action movie, the remake emphasizes the impact of Resident Evil 4 on subsequent successful games, such as The Last of Us. Seeing the old mechanics replaced with modern sensibilities makes it much easier to appreciate Resident Evil 4 as a historical turning point.
With the release just around the corner, make sure you’ve checked out these five games to fully immerse yourself in the world of the upcoming Resident Evil 4 remake. The launch date is set for March 24, and the game will be available on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Don’t miss out on the incredible experience that awaits you.
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Celtic are running the risk of losing Jonny Hayes, with several English Championship sides now on his trail.
The reliable Republic of Ireland international is out of contract at the end of the season and manager Neil Lennon is keen to see that deal extended.
But the 32-year-old now has strong interest from England and can open pre-contract talks from January 1.
Championship sides Preston, Middlesbrough, Stoke and Cardiff are all keen on Hayes.
Lennon had expected Celtic to open talks over a new deal more than 10 days ago but the champions have still to speak to Hayes or his agent.
The Irishman has never hidden his desire to remain at Parkhead but would also be open to a return to England.
He came through the ranks at Reading before he headed north and made his name with Inverness and Aberdeen. He got his dream move to Celtic in 2017.
Hayes has been used mostly at left-back under Lennon this term.


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WCSX/Detroit Campaign For Street Named After Glenn Frey In Hometown Gains Traction
February 1, 2016 at 12:10 PM (PT)
An online campaign is underway to get a street named after THE EAGLES' late GLENN FREY in his hometown of ROYAL OAK, MI, according to CLICKONDETROIT.COM.
GREATER MEDIA Classic Rock WCSX (94.7)/DETROIT air personality JIM O'BRIEN said the idea came from the band's song, "Take It Easy" and its reference to "standing on the corner of WINSLOW, ARIZONA."
O'BRIEN thought naming a street after FREY was a great way to honor the rock star who passed away last month.
“I just assumed that we had a street corner for GLENN FREY in ROYAL OAK, his hometown,” said O’BRIEN. “I asked my friend, ROYAL OAK Mayor JIM ELLISON, 'Is there a street?' He said no and sure enough, after we started talking, we found that a street that is available to name of off WILLIS AVENUE.”
“When JIM called me with the idea, I immediately embraced it. Told him, 'We will make it happen,'” said ELLISON.
The ROYAL OAK SCHOOL BOARD will vote on the proposal FEBRUARY 11th.
“The response on social media has been huge ... even JOE WALSH responded,” said O'BRIEN (NET NEWS 1/29).
Join the social media campaign by using the hashtag #GlennFreyDrive on TWITTER and FACEBOOK. For more information, click here.


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Following his comfortable win to get re-elected as governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis has assured himself the title of the Republican Party's "last great hope", or, to be more precise, the last hope of the Republican establishment.
There is no disputing that DeSantis is currently one of America's most popular and strongest conservative political figures. And yet, the prominence that has been ascribed to his persona may well be overstated, as it reflects the Republican establishment's desire not to change anything of substance in the party while providing a counterbalance to the unpredictable Trump.
According to the November 22 survey from Emerson College Polling, if DeSantis were the 2024 nominee, he would lose to Biden by four percentage points, the same lead that Biden currently holds over Trump. The survey found that if the 2024 elections were held today, Biden would defeat Trump by a margin of 45% to 41%, whereas his lead over DeSantis would be 49% of the votes against the latter's 39%. In other words, the way things go today, the Democratic incumbent would enjoy a comfortable win over either of his two key Republican rivals.
However, in a hypothetical 2024 Republican presidential primary, DeSantis would lose to Trump by a huge margin of 25% vs Trump's 55% of the votes.
So why is it that Republican-leaning commentators insist on referring to DeSantis as the GOP's "last big hope"? Because DeSantis is the only one capable of gently pushing Trump to the sidelines without precipitating a potentially disastrous rift among both existing and potential supporters of the Republican Party.
Tea Party Movement's Sword of Damocles
Ever since the end of the George W. Bush term in office, the Republican Party has been continually teetering on the brink of a schism. Throughout the Bush presidency, an average Republican voter was feeling betrayed and forsaken. The White House got too carried away with its overseas military exploits, dramatically increased the country's national debt, ultimately forfeiting the United States to Barack Obama, whose manner of running the government was hardly compatible with the aspirations of a run-of-the-mill Republican voter.
Conservative voters responded to this by establishing their own powerful protest movement that became known as the Tea Party Movement. The founding of the movement was specifically precipitated by the GOP's inability to challenge the Obama administration's 2009 crisis management policies and what they viewed as the "socialist" healthcare system reform.
By 2010, things had come to a dramatic pass. In her keynote speech to the first National Tea Party Convention in Nashville, Sarah Palin, a 2008 vice-presidential candidate and an ex-governor of Alaska, called for another American revolution with the objective of retaking the Congress as the result of midterm elections under populist slogans. In the end, the triumphant Republicans regained their House majority by winning the largest number of Congress seats since 1946.
However, this resurgence and triumph of radical conservatives did not just scare the Democrats. Above all, it put fear in members of the Republican establishment who felt that their control of the party was slipping from their hands. So, they pulled out all the stops to defeat and destroy the Tea Party Movement. These efforts ultimately paid off: by 2016, there was not a trace of the Tea Party followers left on America's political scene. And then suddenly, Trump sprang out of nowhere.
Common sense isn't really enough
In fact, the election of Trump as the Republican presidential nominee played a major role in the Tea Party's decline. When Trump came along, Tea Party voters saw him as their own legitimate candidate in the GOP. At that time, the party's leadership was demoralized by anti-establishment dissatisfaction at the grassroots level and by the lack of strong Republican leaders capable of challenging the Democrats.
Moreover, few believed in Trump's election victory given his unconventional candidacy. As it turned out, it was Trump's non-systemic status, along with his reliance on social media, that ensured his success. Looking back in retrospect, there's no denying that Trump helped the Republican Party to attract a lot of new supporters.
Even though Trump essentially brought the GOP back to life, by and large, he was never accepted by the party as one of their own. He was too impulsive and unpredictable. Throughout his term in office, Trump wreaked havoc on the deep bipartisan state, dredging up shady deals whenever he could expose them. In the end, this strategy cost him reelection in 2020.
What about the Republican Party now?
Trump seems to be serious about running for president in 2024. If he does run again, it will be extremely difficult to stop him in the Republican primaries. More importantly, his bid threatens to split the party. Trump could also run as an independent candidate, which is likely to cause a deep rift among grassroots activists and voters that the Republican Party might not survive, especially considering the long-lasting crisis within the party and the prevailing cultural and demographic trends in the United States.
As a result, the GOP's establishment can't simply push Trump out. The party needs to find a viable successor if Republican leaders really want Trump to step aside. In these circumstances, Ron DeSantis looks well placed to succeed Trump.
It appears that a large-scale campaign is currently underway behind the scenes to convince Republican activists and leaders who share Trump's presidential ambitions that they would be better off with DeSantis.
DeSantis is indeed very good as a common-sense politician. He was very effective when he handled covid-related hysteria and dealt with media corporations (such as Walt Disney Co) that tried to impose transgender instruction on school children in Florida. The problem is that it takes more than just common sense to win US presidential elections today.
This is not to suggest, however, that DeSantis will not become the Republican Party's presidential nominee. He may have a smaller chance of winning, but things would be much quieter if he is around. And that could be a strong argument for those Republican activists that are still siding with Trump.
Recent polls suggest that DeSantis has a lower disapproval rating than the flamboyant but eccentric former president. At some point, this might tip the scales in DeSantis's favour, but this scenario is probable only if Trump himself decides not to fight to the end.


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Home to over 1,500 exotic animals and 1,000 varieties of plants, Jacksonville Zoo is the perfect place to spend an afternoon with the kids. For a hands-on experience, follow the Trout River Pier to the animal petting area, or visit the East Africa area to see majestic lions, giraffes, jaguars, chimpanzees and an African elephant.
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