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OnePlus just unveiled a new smartphone at its event in London. OnePlus 7T Pro along with the OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren launched tonight. The company also globally unveiled the OnePlus 7T which debuted in India last month.
OnePlus 7T Pro comes with upgrades under the hood like Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ chipset, 4,085mAh battery and Warp Charge 30T. The smartphone features the same design as OnePlus 7 Pro but in new colour. OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren edition features the F1 racing team’s design elements. There are papaya orange accents around the smartphone along with software customisation as well.
OnePlus unveils the upgraded ‘T’ version of OnePlus 7 Pro. OnePlus 7T Pro features a QHD+ 90Hz display with curved edges, pop-up selfie camera and Snapdragon 855+ chipset. The smartphone packs 8GB of RAM and 256GB storage. It comes with a 4,085mAh battery with Warp Charge 30T. OnePlus 7T Pro also runs on OxygenOS 10 out-of-the-box.
New features on OxygenOS 10 based on Android 10 include new time intervals of 20, 30 and 60 minutes in ‘Zen Mode’. Gallery gets smarter on OxygenOS 10 as it now recognises photos based on people, location and events. OxygenOS brings new customisations like dark mode and new colours for ‘Horizon Light’. OnePlus also announced it is working on instant translation for video calling globally.
OnePlus 7T Pro will offer incremental upgrades over the OnePlus 7 Pro. The smartphone is also said to feature a design similar to the OnePlus 7 Pro. Accumulating past leaks and speculations, OnePlus 7T Pro is an upgrade but not necessarily a major one over OnePlus 7 Pro. Those who have already purchased the OnePlus 7 Pro can hang tight to the phone.


International Harvester beat the Ford Bronco to the punch with its 1961 Scout, and this 1970 model has roamed just 90 miles since it underwent a comprehensive and professionally executed rotisserie restoration. Original sport-utility roadster style, LS1 V-8 power and purpose-engineered suspension upgrades put the restored and modified Scout into a custom class of its own. High-impact red paint shows off famously boxy Scout style, and the heavy-duty steel front bumper packs an 8,000-pound Warn winch.
A custom roll cage adds safety to the upgraded black, white and red cabin outfitted with two-tone leather-bolstered front bucket seats with diamond-stitched inserts and a matching rear bench. Locking center console storage and a dash-mount stereo system deliver contemporary comfort and entertainment. VDO gauges are right at home in the original dash locations, and an International Harvester logo horn button ties 1970 into today. Air conditioning is a breeze. Just grab the sport steering wheel, engage the Sidewinder shifter and hit the throttle. The highly detailed engine bay is a super clean showcase of cutting-edge high-performance equipment. MSD ignition coils light up LS1 power, and Sanderson ceramic-coated steel-tube headers join forces with a Flowmaster stainless-steel dual exhaust system for maximum flow and sweet V-8 sound. Horsepower flows through a 4L60E 4-speed automatic transmission, Dana 300 transfer case and Dana 44 front and rear axles with 4:10 gears. An upgraded PCS remote reservoir power-steering system shares its hydraulic power with a hydroboost power-assist master cylinder for precision 4-wheel disc brake modulation and rock steady fuel-injected idle.
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To be honest, I’m going into the whole blog thing with a bit of kicking and screaming. Blogs come and go like the national debt ticker.
I have technological deficits within my brain that are like the mysterious black hole of the Milky Way, not the candy bar. I hate starting anything I am not sure I can check off a list as finished. I don’t enjoy telling people what I ate for lunch, and, seriously with 5,000,000 others blogging today, someone must have already said what I have to say.
Still here I am adding yet another blog to the ticker.
A blog is part of the process in the world of publishing today. Through the years I have had a thinly spread writing career sprinkled in wifehood, motherhood and missionary life. I’ve had the privilege to be published in a variety of magazines, Although the world of publishing is changing and evolving, crafting words is part of the fabric of who I am, it trickles or it gushes, but it is something that has to flow.
When the house is quiet the floor creeks, the clock ticks, imaginations take shape, and reflections take on characters that talk with abandon.
Sometimes in that quiet I allow my soul to unharness its turbulence and my emotions to rage like bolting horses. When the house is quiet deep hard questions of life battle unbidden like sword fights in my spirit. When the house is quiet, disordered fragments of thought like a regiment in disarray align into cognizance.
It is alone and in stillness that I find Whom my soul desires. The Author and the Word reorder my essence in chaos and return purpose to my world. This blog is a reflection on Christian living, its laughter and tears, perplexities and certainties. My ultimate goal is that its words draw the reader to His.
And so, in response to “Do you have a blog?” I can now smile and respond positively. For, I have succumbed. Open the dikes.

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Violet Smith. A girl whose smile could light up the world. A girl whose happiness came after everyone else's. A girl whose time was limited in the world.
Jason Kidd. A boy whose cold looks could darken the lightest of places. A boy whose happiness came before everyone else's. A boy who had all the time in the world.
This is a story about a book filled with wishes that are meant to be fulfilled by a girl who wants to see the world before the world can no longer see her.
This is a story about a boy who wants nothing more than to help this one girl fulfil each wish.
This is a story about love, pain, sadness and heartbreak.
This is a story about The girl with the wishes...

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Well today was a little different. It was totally overcast and cloudy almost all day, I am sure that is not what the forecast said. To be honest though a little cloud was nice for a change.
I set off early today since everyone in the hotel I was staying in had left early and I had been listening the them depart. I headed out at about 7.30am. The lovely thing about a 7.30am start is that is is light enough to see but you do get to watch the sun come up.
I left just as a chap from Taiwan was trying to figure out where the path went. Safe to say that since he was near my hotel he was lost! Anyhow we found the path and set out.
Today was a beautiful walk mainly through woodland. It felt very remote and peaceful.
I passed the pipe smoking Danish couple who had taken a short cut and were concerned that they had missed the coffee stop. They are in their 70’s and the wife smokes a curly pipe, the husband, as described by the Turkish girls, looks like Father Christmas!! Anyway, I was able to reassure them that they had not missed a coffee stop.
At the first coffee stop, it was still only about 8.30am so I just popped in to use the facilities but then headed on. As I left, the Danish couple were just heading in looking really relived to have found a coffee stop.
I had already decided to stop at the next spot which was just before the big climb of the day. I was looking forward to a coffee and a cake! I arrived at Villafranca Montes de Oca at about 10am. As usual I skipped the first spot since it looked like a bikers cafe in a car park and I headed on up the hill, however despite this being briefed as a larger town it soon became clear that there was no other cafe and I had already started the ascent! I had missed my coffee stop! I sent word back to the others so they knew to stop.
Still I was not about to run back down to hill for a coffee so onwards. As I started the climb, the afternoon was expected to be a fairly steep, I passed Sian who I have met a few times. She had not been able to get a bed in San Juan as it is pretty small, so she needed to walk in a further 6km today to the next town.
I carried on up the hill, for the next 80 minutes, it was not too steep actually but slow and gradual. The walk was relaxed and wooded and felt remote, lots of time to reflect.
The path then started a gradual descent. About an hour outside of San Juan there was a lady with her dog and a table, she was providing tea and coffee and fruit for a donation. One of the best small cups of coffee offered!!
Then I continued down into San Juan. This is essentially monastery with a bar and a small hotel and auberge. The population of the village is 20!! It was a quick day for me today I arrived about 12.50pm.
Options for the evening are somewhat limited. I checked into the hotel, the room was fine, no bath and no facilities at all, but there is a bed and a shower. It was explained that all meals are in the bar the other side of the church. The menu is omelette and salad or lamb chops, black pudding and salad. Same for lunch and dinner and if I want to have dinner I need to book a spot before 4pm!
I contemplated what to do but decided that I would book a spot since there was nothing else to do this evening and if I don’t book then they give the spaces away to those in the auberge.
After a shower I opted to go and have a sandwich and a beer. The sun has now come out! Andy, Eric and the Turkish girls joined shortly after, all a little shocked by the limited options. The Turkish girls needed to walk on to the next town as they had not managed to get a space.
Now off the explore the monastery and the church.

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C.J. Wilson will undergo surgery to repair a left elbow impingement and is expected to miss the remainder of the 2015 season.
Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports that C.J. Wilson has been diagnosed with a left elbow impingement.
C.J. Wilson (elbow) will announce his own MRI results on Saturday.
Angels placed LHP C.J. Wilson on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to July 29, with left elbow inflammation.
C.J. Wilson struggled against the Astros on Tuesday, allowing six runs over four innings in a loss.
C.J. Wilson held the Twins to two runs on six hits but could complete only five innings in Wednesday's win.
CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reports that C.J. Wilson "could become even more available" with former general manager Jerry Dipoto no longer around.
C.J. Wilson tossed eight scoreless innings versus the Red Sox in a no-decision Friday.
C.J. Wilson cruised to an easy victory over the Rangers on Sunday, allowing three runs on six hits in his six frames.
C.J. Wilson limited the Yankees to one run in six innings to pick up the win on Monday.
C.J. Wilson was roughed up by the Astros on Tuesday, surrendering seven runs in 3 1/3 innings.
C.J. Wilson racked up nine strikeouts over eight strong innings as the Angels defeated the Diamondbacks on Thursday in Arizona.
C.J. Wilson held the A's to two hits over seven innings in a 1-0 victory Saturday.
C.J. Wilson yielded six runs across seven innings in Sunday's loss to the Yankees.


Audi has been recently spied testing out the upcoming 2017 A5 Coupe, which will eventually be released on the market in 2016, along with its sibling, the A5 Sportback.
The news of a future launch of the 2017 Audi A5 Coupe and A5 Sportback has been kept secret so far, but according to an interview that IndianAutosBlog has had at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show with former Audi CEO Ulrich Hackenberg, the carmaker was indeed preparing the A5 Coupe and the Sportback.
Since we have little or no information concerning the exterior and the interior that both models will be coming with, there are some insights with the engine lineup of the 2017 Audi A5 Coupe and Sportback. The engine lineup compresses two petrol engines and two diesels.
The petrol mils start with the 2.0 TFSI engine, with two power configurations: 190 horsepower and 320 Nm of torque, as well as 252 horsepower and 370 Nm of torque. Next would be a 3.0-liter TFSI, with 354 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque.
The diesels refer to the 2.0-liter TDI, with 150 horsepower and 320 Nm of torque, respectively 190 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque, followed by the 3.0-liter TDI, with 218 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque, respectively 272 horsepower and 600 Nm of torque.


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Show me someone prepared to ruin the country in pursuit of an ideology, and I’ll show you a socialist. Show me someone doing so in pursuit of an ideology based on bogus premises, and I’ll show you Boris Johnson.
He has announced plans to spend a trillion pounds on turning Britain green by 2050, within one generation. Yet by Johnson’s own admission this is all one big gamble: “The UK,” he announced, “is deciding to make a big bet on green technology”.
The UK has decided nothing of the sort. The decision has been made by the spivocracy regrettably empowered to speak on its behalf. For no sensible Briton – and, appearances to the contrary, they still exist – would place a bet on a certain loser.
That’s like playing Russian roulette with a loaded Glock. Pull the trigger, and you won’t hear a click. In fact, you’ll be too dead to hear anything.
Even assuming the best possible scenario unfolding over the next 30 years, Britain and Britons will be devastated. The first such assumption is that anthropogenic global warming exists and can be corrected by state action – and it pains me to accept this against all scientific evidence.
However, Britain is responsible for only 1.1 per cent of global carbon emissions. Therefore, even if our spivs succeed in expurgating every molecule of carbon from Britain’s green and pleasant land, that won’t make one bit of difference unless everyone else follows suit.
Yet even countries within the woke zone show none of our spivocrats’ alacrity. Germany, for example, still gets 25 per cent of her energy from coal (against our five per cent), the US is happily producing coal and shale gas, Norway is refusing to turn off the oil tap through which money flows into her coffers.
As to the countries outside the woke zone, such as China and Russia (both Xi and Putin are snubbing the COP26 conference), they are busily increasing their already huge emissions. Rather than closing down her coal-powered plants, China is building a forest of new ones, and Russia is pumping ever more gas into Putin’s offshore accounts.
By coincidence, these countries aren’t among our closest friends. In fact, they are looking for every competitive advantage, military, economic or geopolitical, in what they see as an existential confrontation with the West.
Anybody who’d rather not gamble with the country’s survival is duty-bound to ask this question: What happens over the next 30 years, during the transitional period when Britain is breaking up her economy to save the planet? After all, most of the required green technologies are yet to be developed, produced, tested and brought on stream.
The only sensible answer is that during that period the country will lose whatever economic competitiveness she has, while militarily she’ll be at the mercy of those wishing her ill. We may hope for a rapid recovery afterwards, but even the craziest tipster won’t cite good odds on that.
You’d get much better odds on Britain becoming a Chinese or Russian or Sino-Russian dependency, relinquishing more of her sovereignty than she did even within the ghastly EU. And that’s only if our enemies eschew direct occupation.
Anyone doubting the dire straits through which Britain is about to sail should look at exactly what’s in store. I’ll only sketch the upcoming disaster, for detailed accounts are readily available from the experts.
Every one of them starts his irrefutable factual arguments by saying: “Of course, we must do something about global warming, but…” Now we’re in a gambling mood, I bet most experts know that the whole climate thing is a pernicious swindle pulled by those who hate the West with its remnants of capitalism.
Yet the experts feel duty-bound to make the requisite disclaimer, which is akin to every Soviet publication, including those in fields like microbiology, having to provide quotations from Lenin. This alone shows the depth of the abyss into which we are falling, and that’s before we even consider the specifics.
First, when any government embarks on a vast economic upheaval, its projected costs must be at least trebled. So if Johnson says a trillion, read three trillion – of the money we haven’t got.
This trillion hasn’t emerged out of a meticulous cost analysis. Johnson pulled it out of the same place in which he keeps his climatology data. I bet (that dread word again) he simply asked his advisers what would be the lowest number they could see in their wettest dreams.
But whatever the number of trillions we’ll need to spend, where will they come from?
The government can only make money from either taxes or borrowing. The latter would have to come on top of the £2.25 trillion national debt we’ve accrued already.
Any economically literate person knows that excessive government spending is inflationary. If the extra funds come from extortionate taxation, this is also guaranteed to produce recessions and depressions, in addition to runaway inflation.
One way or another, it’s the people who’ll bear the brunt. Just consider the risible plan to replace gas boilers with eco-friendly heaters in every house. To that end, the government is generously offering a £5,000 subsidy to each compliant owner.
There are a few problems with this. First, the real cost is closer to £20,000, leaving the people with a gaping hole to fill. Second, instead of lowering energy costs, such heaters tend to increase them. Third, they don’t work well, if it all. The average household so equipped spends some £500 a year on repairs, while the shower water gets a third lower.
Above all, only about three per cent of British households can be so converted without tearing the house down and replacing it with a new one. And still the heaters won’t do the job unless the house is perfectly insulated – at a cost of thousands per wall.
This madness will proceed against the backdrop of energy costs doubling and redoubling (they’ve already almost doubled since May), food getting less plentiful and more expensive, taxes skyrocketing, transportation becoming ruinous.
The plan to replace all fossil-fuel vehicles with electric ones by 2030 is cloud-cuckoo land. For all 30 million cars in Britain to be powered by batteries, the number of charging points will have to increase tenfold – and so will the pressure on the already creaking grid.
This will be a tall order even when the sun shines and the wind blows. But what if God refuses to play along?
Blackouts will become commonplace, old people will be dying of hypothermia, men fumbling in the dark will be feeling up their mothers-in-law instead of their wives, which can’t possibly come to any good.
And all the time the grin on Putin’s face will be getting wider and his wallet fatter. Please go on placing huge bets, Boris, he’ll be saying. I’m holding all the trumps.
The upshot of it all is that, if Britain’s land is forced to become green, it’ll no longer be pleasant.
P.S. I didn’t arrange to play tennis this sunny morning because the weather forecast promised non-stop rain. Of course, when it comes to predicting weather centuries from now, the same meteorologists and climatologists are deadly accurate. It’s only tomorrow that baffles them.

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SEC finally releases Morgan Keegan settlement plan
by MBJ Staff
Published: April 23,2013
JACKSON — After repeated requests, the Securities and Exchange Commission has finally announced the proposed plan to distribute Morgan Keegan settlement funds to Mississippi investors, according to the Office of Secretary of State.
“For two years, the SEC ignored the pleas of investors to release this money. They desperately need their settlement funds,” says Secretary Delbert Hosemann. “It is beyond time for the federal agency to allocate the funds and bring some closure to Morgan Keegan investors.”
In June 2011, Mississippi, other states and the SEC reached a settlement agreement with Morgan Keegan and Morgan Asset Management in the amount of $200 million. The settlement payments are for failing to disclose risks associated with certain investments and presenting misleading marketing materials to investors.
As part of the settlement agreement, $100 million has already been distributed to investors by the states. The other $100 million was to be distributed by the SEC. The Office of Secretary of State reports it made repeated demands for payment of these funds and requested the ctate’s congressional delegation made demands, which they did. Finally, three investors filed a lawsuit against the SEC to demand payment and the attorney general demanded action and gave the SEC 14 days to respond.
“By their own administrative rule, the SEC is required to have a distribution plan in place within 60 days of the commission receiving funds. It has been two years. We have thousands of Mississippians who have lost millions of dollars. It is unconscionable it took this long to get Mississippians their own money from their own government,” adds Hosemann.
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I’m extremely excited to welcome a new substitute instructor to the studio! Andrea Choi, a fellow colleague of mine from The University of Southern California, will be joining the RMS family starting in May. Ms. Andrea has worked with students of all ages and levels, and specializes in teaching beginning piano to children from ages 2—10 as well as advanced leveled high school students. I will be adding her biography and teaching philosophy to the studio website very soon, and it will be accessible under the tab “About the Instructors” at www.rmslearning.me.
You may contact her with any questions you may have by emailing firstname.lastname@example.org and writing “ATTN: Ms. Andrea” in the subject line.
I am very excited to have Ms. Andrea as part of the RMS family, and I’m very confident that you will be, too! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or comments.


The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary celebrated on August 15 and the anniversary of the Miracle on the Vistula is an opportunity to thank God for Mary’s protection over our Homeland and apologize for what is bad on our part – said the spokesman of the Polish Bishops’ Conference, Fr. Paweł Rytel-Andrianik.
Fr. Rytel-Andrianik stressed that “the Assumption of Mary is the dogma of the Catholic Church. Mary with soul and body was taken to heaven, which was a confirmation of her holiness. The Solemnity of the Assumption makes us aware that we have a great Advocate in heaven to whom we can entrust our everyday life and future”.
“Blessed Virgin Mary has been with Poles and helped them in many historical experiences. That is why we owe her special gratitude, respect, and love, as well as defense of her image against all insults” – he added.
The spokesman of the Polish Episcopate reminded that on August 15 we also celebrate the 99th anniversary of the Battle of Warsaw called Miracle on the Vistula and the Polish Army Day. “This day combines a religious and patriotic dimension. This is very characteristic for Polish history and traditions, in which the most important values have always been: God, honour and Homeland” – he said, inviting on behalf of the bishops to pray for Poland and soldiers who care about its security.
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How To Use This Free Android App To Track International Space Station and Iridium Flares?
ISS Detector Satellite Tracker is very nice and unique Android app to track International Space Station and Iridium flares. And if you have a compass on your phone, then it will be very interesting to use this app. If you don’t have a compass on your phone, then you can use manual location, but it will be not that interactive, though.
The app shows you the correct date-time when ISS, Satellite, or Iridium flare will pass through your location. There is an option in the app to add a reminder so you will never miss any phenomenon like that.
It’s pretty easy to get started with this app, just follow these simple steps.
Step 1: Download and install ISS Detector Satellite Tracker app from this link. After that, open it up, and it will detect your location and show you the date and time when an IIS or Iridium flare will pass.
Step 2: Now, select any Iridium satellite or ISS from the list. And it will then take you to the Radar page. Here you can see the simulation of the selected satellite or Iridium Flare on the Galaxy.
Step 3: You can see the detailed view of the selected satellite or ISS in the Details tab. And the location simulation of the satellite or the International Space Station over the Earth using the map given in the middle of the Details tab.
Step 4: To set a reminder for the selected object, tap on the calendar icon and save the reminder. And when the selected phenomenon will about to happen, your phone will remind you.
At the end of step 4, you are ready to use this app for tracking other Iridium flares. The app is very intuitive and very powerful for doing that. And I really like the fact about this app, that it helps you see such phenomenon with your eyes. Also, it can remind you or tell you after how many days to hours you can spot an ISS or Iridium Flare. Using this Android app, you will never miss any Iridium flare passing through your location.
ISS Detector Satellite Tracker makes it pretty easy to track an Iridium flare phenomenon if it’s going to happen around you. The app keeps you updated about the real-time location of the International Space Station and Iridium satellites. And you can set a reminder to see them with your eyes. So, if you love astronomy or are obsessed with satellite flares, then I am sure that you will like this app.

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Tunnel at the End of the Tunnel
A coalition that includes the Sierra Club, the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, and the Abyssinian Baptist Church is backing a project to build a new tunnel under New York Harbor to reduce truck traffic in the city. The proposed rail freight tunnel would divert almost a million truck-trips per year away from the George Washington Bridge; it is supported by business, labor, environmental, and civic leaders, who say it will ease traffic snarls, reduce pollution in neighborhoods suffering from high asthma rates, generate jobs, save money on road maintenance, and even curtail terrorism by limiting the threat of truck bombs. Critics counter that most of the freight would still be moved by truck once it entered the city, and that few of the kinds of industries inclined to take advantage of rail freight do much business in New York City. Currently, less than 2 percent of all freight moving in and out of the area is transported by rail, compared with the nationwide average for cities of 40 percent.


Barack Obama was the first to answer the questions put to the candidates by the Science Debate 2008 team, and now McCain has responded. As I did with Obama's, I will here deconstruct McCain's answers on climate and energy policy. My comments are italicized.
2. Climate Change. The Earth's climate is changing and there is concern about the potentially adverse effects of these changes on life on the planet. What is your position on the following measures that have been proposed to address global climate change--a cap-and-trade system, a carbon tax, increased fuel-economy standards, or research? Are there other policies you would support?
McCain: We know that greenhouse gas emissions, by retaining heat within the atmosphere, threaten disastrous changes in the climate. The same fossil-fuels that power our economic engine also produced greenhouse gases that retain heat and thus threaten to alter the global climate. No challenge of energy is to be taken lightly, and least of all, the need to avoid the consequences of global warming. The facts of global warming demand our urgent attention, especially in Washington. Good stewardship, prudence, and simple common sense demand that we act to meet the challenge, and act quickly.
An impressive opening statement, talking about what we know, the facts, and the need for common sense. Words like "disastrous," "urgent" and "quickly" suggest the man recognizes the scope of the challenge and, unlike his running mate, he also acknowledges the anthropogenic cause of the threat. Full points.
To dramatically reduce carbon emissions, I will institute a new cap-and-trade system that over time will change the dynamic of our energy economy.
But it doesn't take long to introduce some hedge phraseology. "Over time" will a cap-and-trade system reduce emissions. Not that anyone expects him to instantaneously solve the problem. But it's words like those that will reassure the powers that be that radical change won't be coming as fast as some want.
By the year 2012, we will seek a return to 2005 levels of emissions, by 2020, a return to 1990 levels, and so on until we have achieved at least a reduction of sixty percent below 1990 levels by the year 2050.
And the numbers back up that suspicion. Given the fact that emissions haven't actually risen much since 2005, thanks to improved efficiencies and a slow economy, it should be possible to bring them down to 2005 levels before 2012. But to be fair, the UN and many a climatologist are talking about letting emissions worldwide peak as late as 2015 before bring them down. So here McCain manages to stay ahead of the curve. But then he goes and sets an insufficient target of just 60% by 2050, even though 80, 90 or even 100% is closer to what's actually needed. Indeed, if we delay as long as some would suggest to get the ball rolling, we'll probabably need to embrace technologies that suck carbon out of the air even after we've stopped adding more, in order to avoid some the climate tipping points.
In doing this, we will transition into a low carbon energy future while promoting the technological innovations that keep us on a course of economic growth. The purpose of this approach is to give American businesses new incentives and rewards to seek cheaper emission reductions, instead of just new taxes to pay and new regulations to follow. This approach gives people time to adapt, instead of causing a sudden jolt to electricity bills and potential shutdowns of tradition (sic) coal-fired plants.
Again, more reassurance, but at the cost of consistency. A cap-and-trade system that actually works to bring down emissions will be one of the most burdensome regulatory frameworks ever introduced in the U.S., and yet McCain implies it will be an alternative to "new regulations." And it doesn't really matter how you crunch the numbers, there's no way to meet McCain's schedule without shutting down tradition(al) coal-fired plants.
I have long supported CAFE standards - the mileage requirements that automobile manufacturers' cars must meet. Some carmakers ignore these standards, pay a small financial penalty, and add it to the price of their cars. But I believe that the penalties for not following these standards must be effective enough to compel all carmakers to promote the development of fuel-efficient vehicles. I will strengthen the penalties for violating CAFE standards, and make certain they are effectively enforced.
Excellent. It would have been nice to give us an idea of just how strong his penalties would be, but it's the right idea.
To bolster research efforts, government must do more by opening new paths of invention and ingenuity. A McCain administration would establish a permanent research and development tax credit equal to ten percent of wages spent on R&D, to open the door to a new generation of environmental entrepreneurs. I am also committed to investing two billion dollars every year for the next 15 years on clean coal technologies, to unlock the potential of America's oldest and most abundant resource.
$30 billion on clean coal might actually do something. If it wasn't for the fact that there is no such thing as clean coal and never will be. Still got that pesky business with mountain-top removal to worry about. And the money could be much better spent on genuinely clean renewables. Obama's plan for $150 billion on clean renewables makes infinitely more sense.
And we will issue a Clean Car Challenge to automakers, in the form of a tax credit to the American people, for every automaker who can sell a zero-emission vehicle. We will commit up to a 5,000 dollar tax credit to each and every customer who buys that car.
Sounds great. But what about low-emissions cars like hybrids that are actually on the market? We had such credits, but Congress let them lapse. And McCain failed to vote to renew them eight times.
In the quest for alternatives to oil, our government has thrown around enough money subsidizing special interests and excusing failure. From now on, we will encourage heroic efforts in engineering, and we will reward the greatest success.
I have no idea what that means.
I further propose we inspire the ingenuity and resolve of the American people by offering a $300 million prize for the development of a battery package that has the size, capacity, cost and power to leapfrog the commercially available plug-in hybrids or electric cars. This is one dollar for every man, woman and child in the U.S. -- a small price to pay for helping to break the back of our oil dependency - and curb the dangerous effects of global climate change.
There's already an Automotive X Prize that will award millions for the first commercial car to break 100 mpg. Some have criticized these kinds of things, but I can't really see a problem. $300 million isn't all that much and the batteries are the Achilles heel of electric cars, so I see no reason not to hail this as a good idea. Except that batteries aren't a source of power, just a way to store it. Perhaps he should be offering $1 billion for the first solar PV array to break 30% efficiency, or something like that.
I will continue to support the US Global Change Research Program and ensure that the program's activities support the Nation's needs for climate related information to help it prepare for the future.
Well, one would hope so.
3. Energy. Many policymakers and scientists say energy security and sustainability are major problems facing the United States this century. What policies would you support to meet demand for energy while ensuring an economically and environmentally sustainable future?
McCain: Over time, [there's that phrase again] I believe that we must reform our entire energy economy toward a sustainable mix of new and cleaner power sources that meet the multiple shared objective of promoting environmental, economic and national security. One of the prevailing issues of our time and the next presidency will be how to deal with the issues of energy security and sustainability. It is important that we shift to sustainable, clean burning energy sources or advance to technologies that make our more traditional resources cleaner burning.
As President, I will put the country on track to building 45 new reactors by 2030 so that we can meet our growing energy demand and reduce our emissions of greenhouse gases. Nuclear power is a proven, domestic, zero-emission source of energy and it is time to recommit to advancing our use of nuclear energy.
Well, not exactly zero-emissions. There's still emissions associated with mining, refining and shipping uranium, and then building the reactors. But it is lower than fossil-fuels. Forty-five reactors in 22 years is probably as fast as the world's industry can build them. Some estimates say there's only sufficient capacity for two a year, so this is theoretically possible, but at $5 billion to $7 billion reactor, that's a lot of money up front for a technology that still requires government subsidies and insurance. Can we really afford such an expensive plan?
The U.S. has not started construction on a new nuclear power plant in over 30 years. Currently, nuclear power provides 20 percent of our overall energy portfolio. Other countries such as China, India and Russia are looking to increase the role of nuclear power in their energy portfolio and the U.S. should not just look to maintain, but increase its own use.
I can't think why what other countries like China, India and Russia are doing is a good reason to follow in their footsteps.
In the progress of other alternative energy sources -- such as wind, solar, geothermal, tide, and hydroelectric --government must be an ally but not an arbiter. In less than a generation, wind power alone could account for a fifth or more of all our electricity. And just in recent memory, solar energy has gone from a novelty to a fast-growing industry.
Yes, in spite of your efforts to oppose them.
I've voted against the current patchwork of tax credits for renewable power because they were temporary, and often the result of who had the best lobbyist instead of who had the best ideas. But the objective itself was right and urgent. And when I'm signing laws, instead of casting one of a hundred votes, I intend to see that objective better served. We will reform this effort so that it is fair, rational, and permanent, letting the market decide which ideas can move us toward clean and renewable energy.
So the problem isn't the technology, it's the economic philosophy? Let the market decide? Because that's worked so well so far, hasn't it?
I will also commit the federal government to a prosperous clean technology agenda and to becoming the world leader in green technologies. Americans have always been the world's leaders in innovation, and it's time for our economy to adapt and take an active role in the new green international economy.
Umm, no we haven't. Japan and Germany long ago surpassed the U.S. for solar panel use. The world's largest wind turbine maker is Danish. And we've got the lowest fuel-efficiency standards for our auto fleet in the industrialized world. So, by all means, let's become leaders, but we won't do it without recognizing the mistakes of the past.
These investments by government into basic research along with aggressive and realistic targets for greenhouse gas emissions will be critical in spurring revolutionary innovations in energy that will, over the long term, reduce energy costs and increase economic growth.
Yadda yadda yadda. Bottom line: If you believe, the evidence of history to the contrary, that the free market can tap into the ingenuity and drive of the American people to solve the climate and energy crises, then you should vote for John McCain. If you believe government should play a stronger role, vote for the other guy.
I read the McCain response just after it was issued. I doubt that he had anything to do with writing those answers -- it was probably produced by a cadre of campaign writers. Palliative political phoniness, but that's something we'll just have to get used to, I suppose...
McCain's 'support' for CAFE standards is quite debatable. He's been supportive enough to piss off Detroit but hardly 'consistent', especially in recent years.
Thanks for the post. I find it much easier to read the responses with your comments interlaced... Otherwise my eyes really start to glaze over and my BS detector rapidly gets stuck.
Thanks for this. I will post a link on my blog. Now lets see how Palin answers these questions, I am especially interested in the one about the role of religion in science classes
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This summer, the Takeaway embarked on a virtual, coast to coast road trip to some of the country's greatest music cities. Our tour guides included some of the most popular recording artists and experts from each town. We kicked things off with musician and comedian Reggie Watts in the great music mecca of Brooklyn, New York.
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What steps the Government are taking in preparing the great repeal Bill to protect (a) employment and (b) workers’ rights.
I shall start by saying that I am going to disappoint Mr Sheerman as I will stick to my brief.
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I am grateful to the Secretary of State for that answer. Since the Health and Morals of Apprentices Act, it is the Conservatives who first protected workers’ rights and put those protections on to the statute book. Will he confirm that, post-Brexit, we will continue to do so not only to protect them, but to enhance them, thereby proving that we are the real workers’ party?
I thought so. It was the very first piece of employment legislation in this House, brought in by a Conservative Government long before the Labour party existed. I suspect that we will still be bringing in such legislation long after the Labour party has ceased to exist. My hon. Friend is absolutely right: we will continue to protect workers’ rights. Indeed, the Prime Minister has made it plain not just that we will protect rights, which was the line I started promulgating last summer when I took this job, but that we will expand them. She has appointed the Taylor commission, under Matthew Taylor, with the explicit aim of ensuring that these rights are appropriate to the modern age and will protect people in the modern age.
All the evidence shows that public holidays improve the productivity and wellbeing of workers, including those in the NHS still awaiting their £350 million a week as promised by the leave campaign. Does the Secretary of State agree with having an additional four days, as the Labour party proposes? Although that would still be short of the number in Finland and Spain, which have 14 and 15 days respectively, it would bring us in line with the European average of 12. At the moment we only have eight. That is an example of how, when we leave—
Well done—very good. I think we have the gist. The thrust of the question has been communicated and we are eternally grateful to the hon. Lady.
The short answer is no. The more elaborate answer is that employment rights in this country are better than the European Union minimum across the board. That is true of the average number of mandatory annual holidays and maternity rights, to give just two examples. I am afraid that we do not have an awful lot to learn from the European Union in that respect.
After these questions, we go into a general election that, as the EU has already said, will make very little difference to its negotiations. It has a lot more to do with exploiting a civil war on the Labour Benches and preventing yet another civil war on the Tory Benches. In terms of workers’ rights, what about those who are currently in work? This week, Diageo announced that there could be 100 job losses in Scotland, with 70 in Leven. The union has described the company as
“hedging their bets over Brexit” and the Government have been asleep at the wheel. Now, regarding the workers—
Order. We just need one brief sentence. Spit it out, man.
I suppose if there is one thing I should take lectures from the Scottish National party on, it is promoting civil conflict. If the hon. Gentleman’s question is whether our priority is the promotion of the economy, the answer is yes.
The reason that the SNP is outpolling the Tories so highly is that we are united in getting behind workers’ rights and getting a decent deal in Europe. The Secretary of State has put aside these negotiations for narrow political benefit, which he will not have in Scotland. What is he going to do about these threats to jobs?
We will seek the best possible deal to maintain our relationship with the European Union. Over and above that, we will seek the best possible deal with the rest of the world, which already gets 60% of our exports.

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The Eagles are already dealing with a slew of minor soft-tissue injuries, but the noise didn’t exactly quieten down on Sunday. Here are all the updates you need: Andre Dillard The team’s starting left tackle went inside early after getting up slowly from a play, but didn’t return to the field. There has been no […]Read more "Eagles injury updates on Andre Dillard & other key players"
Another day of thudding at the NovaCare Complex has come to pass. Here’s everything we learned as the Eagles added some extra spice to end the first week of live hitting at Training Camp. Injuries The Eagles had a few more injury updates before practice kicked off, but they’re contextual. The Eagles are being extra […]Read more "Goedert fractures thumb & DL dominate: Eagles Training Camp takeaways"
In an offseason where everything we know has been flipped upside down, any sense of familiarity and stability is an immediate bonus for any NFL team. The Philadelphia Eagles may have an extremely young running back group, but the ace up their sleeve comes in the way of Darren Sproles. The end of an era […]Read more "Darren Sproles is having a big impact on Eagles Training Camp"
After 15-years of terrorizing NFL defenses and six seasons as an Eagle, Darren Sproles has announced that he will be retiring at the end of the 2019 season. Sproles ends his career with 3,552 rushing yards and 4,840 receiving yards to go with 55 total touchdowns. There’s no doubting that the ‘little engine that could’ […]Read more "Eagles running back Darren Sproles to retire after 2019 season"
Has a team ever been as banged up as the Eagles after a BYE WEEK?! Although the injury report has gotten smaller, it seems as though the Eagles are still working through injuries both old and new. Alshon Jeffery missed practice Wednesday and Thursday due to an ankle injury and looks to be out Sunday. […]Read more "How Jay Ajayi will help Eagles get back to 2017 backfield blueprint"
A total of 25 Eagles players suffered an injury of some kind last year, prompting the team to shuffle their medical staff. But the more things change, the more they stay the same. It was announced today that veteran RB Darren Sproles will miss the remainder of the season with a quadricep injury and this […]Read more "Darren Sproles’ season-ending injury raises worrying questions for Eagles"
It seems like it’s everyday that the Eagles are putting out news of yet another injured player. This time, it’s Corey Clement being sent to the IR for the second year in a row. In a corresponding move, Boston Scott was called up from the practice squad to take his place. With Darren Sproles “week-to-week” […]Read more "Potential Running back additions who could help ease Eagles injury woes"
Liam Jenkins breaks down the last week of Eagles headlines, a worrying issue with the offense, and discusses a potential trade for Jalen Ramsey APPLE https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-outside-insider-podcast/id1120847683?mt=2 SPOTIFY Liam JenkinsLiam is a 25-year old sports journalist from the UK and founder of the Philly Sports Network. In just five years he turned a hobby into one […]Read more "LISTEN: Can the Eagles figure out how to overcome slow starts?"
Going into the third week of the NFL preseason, some specific storylines were glaring when looking over the Philadelphia Eagles roster. From Josh McCown’s return to football, to the RB4 battle and ‘secondary squabble’, there was plenty to keep an eye on. It is a shame that the lightning cut the game short on Thursday […]Read more "Taking stock of key positions on the Eagles roster after preseason week 3"
It’s finally here. The NovaCare Complex opened its doors to 90 hungry men today who are all ready for a Summer of twists, turns, and more importantly, FOOTBALL. Eagles Training Camp is back and with that, here’s everything you need to know from day one. Injury free…mostly Considering just how many injuries the Eagles sustained […]Read more "Ten takeaways from the first day of Eagles Training Camp"


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Gratin of Creamed Onions
4 sweet yellow onions, cored and quartered lengthwise
1/4 cup olive oil
Kosher salt, to taste
4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup dry white wine
Freshly ground black or white pepper, to taste
Freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 cup Parmesan, freshly grated
3 ounces Gorgonzola, crumbled
1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Toss onions with oil and salt in a 9-by-11-inch baking dish. Bake, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly browned, about 1 hour.
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan and add flour; cook, stirring, until smooth. Add cream and wine, in a steady stream while stirring; cook, stirring, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season sauce with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
Turn oven to broil.
Pour sauce over onions. Sprinkle with Parmesan and Gorgonzola. Top with breadcrumbs and dot with remaining butter. Broil until cheese is golden brown on top, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley.
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Manchester United are now the favorites to re-sign former Red Devil Cristiano Ronaldo after striker Juventus announced they wanted to leave
The summer of 2021 was nothing short of spectacular with Lionel Messi’s sensational move to Paris Saint-Germain from Barcelona and now, Cristiano Ronaldo is possibly tuned to its own transfer.
The The Juventus striker has expressed his desire to leave the club from Turin , with Max Allegri confirming that the 36-year-old has informed him of his desire to move on to a new challenge.
What are his realistic next steps, while the talks about the future of the captain of Portugal continue? Purpose look.
Ronaldo can now be ready for a sensational return to his former club Manchester United, a few hours after a move to Manchester City seemed very possible.
The Red Devils have now become the favorites to sign the Portuguese team after talks with Manchester City collapsed, and are now at an advanced stage to re-sign their former forward.
Purpose can also confirm that United now offered £ 24m (€ 28m / $ 33m) to Juventus for Ronaldo.
In a press conference, Solskjær said Ronaldo knows where they are when he leaves Italy.
“I did not think Cristiano would leave Juventus, and the last few days have been speculations,” said Solskjaer.
“We always had good communication.
Manchester City were apparently Ronaldo’s next destination after their quest for a new striker in Harry Kane went through, but Purpose can confirm that the Etihad team is now strong out of the race.
Ronaldo is still ready to leave Juventus, and while City had talks about signing the striker, they eventually withdrew from the negotiations.
“I can not say much. So Harry Kane announces that he is staying at his club, an exceptional club like Tottenham, and Cristiano was a Juventus player – I think a Juventus player – and I can add nothing. , “Guardiola told reporters. Saturday’s game against Arsenal.
‘I can only say in these three or four days until the transfer window closes, anything can happen, but in my personal view there are few players, Cristiano Ronaldo is included and [Lionel] Messi, of course, decides where they are going to play. ”
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Paris Saint-Germain is mentioned as a possible destination for Ronaldo, although the club’s president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, has rejected rumors that the French giants could make a dent for the striker.
“Ronaldo? We have no conversation with him,” Khelaifi told reporters Wednesday during the draw in the Champions League.
But Wayne Rooney, Ronaldo’s former teammate at United, mentioned that PSG could be an ideal next step – more than a move to Manchester.
“Economically, of course, he does not have to do it. “I think it is more likely that it is PSG that he is going for,” said Rooney. talkSPORT.
The former England international has also rejected his confidence in Ronaldo to reject a move to Man City due to his loyalty to the Red Devils: ‘I think Cristiano has a very good legacy at Manchester United and I know how proud he is as a player and person.
“I can not see [him joining City], but it’s football, so you never know. ”
And if Ronaldo moves to PSG, he will of course join the same team as the only Lionel Messi.
Where else can Cristiano Ronaldo go?
Ronaldo is strongly associated with the likes of Manchester City, Manchester United and PSG, but few other clubs can afford the superstar.
The player’s compatriot and former national teammate Nani has suggested in the past that he could make his way across the Atlantic MLS. Which club he can join, however, is unclear.
‘A few years ago he told me something. He said ‘I’ll probably end up in America’, the Orlando winger said ESPN in 2020. ‘It’s not 100 percent, but probably. So there is a chance. “
One place where Ronaldo is unlikely to end up is Liverpool, not just because of the potential hostility it could cause.
Jurgen Klopp seems critical of City’s interest in the striker, suggesting that their pursuit is not for the long term, but rather an immediate, temporary solution.
“I actually look like a football fan. “You probably have a lot more knowledge about whether it will happen or not, than I do,” Klopp said. told reporters at a news conference on Friday.
‘It’s not about me judging it, but if other clubs can do such things, it’s obviously not a matter for the future, that they will benefit from it in three or four years. This is for now, and immediately!
‘Obviously some clubs work, and that’s fine, but there have to be different ways. There should be a team for a year later and for two years later, three years later. “


On Tuesday, 88 Venezuelan migrants who resided in Ecuador came back to their home country thanks to "Return to the Homeland," a program launched in 2018 by President Nicolas Maduro to help nationals living in precarious economic situations abroad.
"We welcome these compatriots, who decided to register in the program, return to their country, and reunite with their loved ones," said Rander Peña, the Venezuelan Foreign Affairs Vice Minister For Latin America.
The migrants arrived at the Simon Bolivar International airport aboard a plane belonging to the Venezuelan Consortium of Aeronautical Industries and Air Services S.A. (CONVIASA).
Foreign Affairs Minister Yvan Gil Damos also applauded their returning. “We are pleased that these compatriots arrive to our Homeland...a great effort by the Bolivarian government,” he tweeted.
Venezuela and Brazil are jumpstarting a new era of relations.— Kawsachun News (@KawsachunNews) January 3, 2023
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Through the "Return to the Homeland" program, Venezuelans in vulnerable situations abroad are returned to their homeland voluntarily and free of charge.
Families with children, pregnant women, and elderly have priority. All the beneficiaries are reintegrated into the national social protection system upon returning to Venezuela.
As of this year, 31,065 Venezuelans had benefited from this governmental program, 2,060 of whom were repatriated in 2022.


The new BBC Board, combining the roles of the BBC Trust and the Executive Board, has been announced by the BBC and comes into being.
The BBC appointees are:
Four Executive Directors:
• D-G, Tony Hall;
• Deputy D-G, Anne Bulford;
• Dir. Nations & Regions, Ken McQuarrie;
• Dir. Worldwide, Tim Davie.
Five BBC Non-executive Directors:
• Simon Burke, currently a member of the BBC Executive Board;
• Tanni Grey-Thompson, the cross-bench peer and paralympian;
• Ian Hargreaves, formerly BBC DNCA and founder member of Ofcom;
• Tom Ilube, a technology CEO and educational philanthropist;
• Nicholas Serota; Arts Council Chairman and on the BBC Executive Board.
The Queen in Council appoints four Directors for the Nations:
Nations Non-executive Directors; (two yet to be appointed):
• Steve Morrison, Member for Scotland;
• Dr. Ashley Steel, Member for England.
Chairman of the BBC, Sir David Clementi said:
‘I’m delighted to have been able to put together such a talented board with a broad range of skills and experience who will be able to ensure the BBC remains a first class broadcaster. The Board will push the BBC to offer the highest quality, hold its executives to account on delivery, while protecting its independence to ensure licence fee payers get the very best programmes and services.’
The full Press Release can be found at


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SA can’t afford further spectrum delays, says industry body
The South African Communications Forum (SACF) has urged telecoms regulator the Independent Communications Authority of SA (ICASA) to consult robustly, as it prepares for a new spectrum licensing process.
This, according to SACF, is most likely the “best” mitigation to prevent the next licensing process of the long-awaited high-demand spectrum being interrupted once more.
SACF, which is an industry association that represents a broad group of members in the ICT industry, says spectrum licensing will always be a high-stakes process due to its financial impact.
Additionally, it will always attract litigation when there is a threat of the interested parties’ rights being compromised, it states.
However, the country simply can’t wait any longer than it already has to access high-demand spectrum.
Says SACF: “South Africa and the sector absolutely cannot afford further delays in the licensing of this critical high-demand spectrum at a time when reliable telecommunications networks are critical to economic continuity and much-needed recovery.”
Last week, the North Gauteng High Court approved an order to set aside ICASA’s decision to publish the invitations to apply (ITA) for high-demand spectrum licences and for a licence to operate a wholesale open access network.
This, after ICASA earlier this month conceded defeat when parties failed to reach an out of court agreement in the ongoing spectrum impasse. As a result, the regulator decided to consent to the order to avoid long-drawn-out litigation.
ICASA, which planned to auction spectrumby 31 March 2021, was stopped in its tracks when MTN, Telkom and broadcaster Etv took it to court, challenging some aspects of the auctioning of the much-needed spectrum.
South Africa’s allocation of high-demand spectrum has been up in the air for more than a decade, with the last significant spectrum awarded to Vodacom and MTN in 2004 and 2005, respectively.
It is expected that the freed-up spectrum will reduce the cost of data and increase access to the internet. Additionally, for government, a spectrum auction means a boost to the fiscus.
With no definitive timeframe on when the licensing process will take place, the SACF describes ICASA’s decision to “terminate access” to temporary spectrum as flawed.
SACF once again urges ICASA to reconsider its decision to have operators return the temporary spectrum, saying this will harm consumers, the economy and economic recovery.
“South Africa is again in the invidious position of talking about the licensing of 4G spectrum when most other jurisdictions are licensing or have licensed 5G spectrum.
“We are deeply concerned by historic long delays between licensing processes. The last delay lasted three years and was the shortest. The ICT sector cannot afford to wait another three years or even one.
“The SACF members would like to see the restart of the licensing process as soon as is practicably possible, with consultations beginning within a month. We are of the view that the licensing process can begin almost immediately, as ICASA is acutely aware of the pain points raised by licensees through the litigation process.
“Much of this in our view can be amended in the ITA fairly quickly. We expect that the ITAs are likely to be substantively similar, which could shorten consultations.”
ICASA last month resolved that the temporary radio frequency spectrum assigned to licensees must be returned to it by no later than 30 November.
The regulator said the temporary radio frequency spectrum was first assigned by means of an expedited ITA during April 2020 on the initial declaration of the National State of Disaster, occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to ICASA, it allowed operators to use the temporarily assigned spectrum for a period of 17 months, noting the next few months until 30 November as a sufficient winding down period.


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Many Black women rejoiced when word got out that Prince Harry was down with the swirl after it was reported, in October of last year, that he was dating actress Meghan Markle. The news was so epic that Prince Harry ripped into British media for their "outright racism" toward his girlfriend. Well, the two are still going strong.
According to E!, Prince Harry is on the verge of proposing to Meghan, but before they make that step, she might meet the Queen. And we don't mean Queen Bey, we're talking about Queen Elizabeth II!
The site reports, "The couple is planning to visit Birkhall this weekend where they will stay with Prince Charles. Meanwhile, Queen Elizabeth II is currently at Balmoral, so it's possible they could meet up with her as well, which would mark another big step in their relationship." The site adds, "Not to mention, Thursday is the 20-year anniversary of Princess Diana's death. If Meghan is planning to stay with Harry through the weekend, she'll likely stick by his side throughout the difficult day."
So, Meghan will not only meet his daddy, but she might meet his grandmother? Meghan better start planning her wedding now!
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Neil Bhatt (Actor) Height, Weight, Age, Girlfriend, Biography & More
Bio/Wiki Real NameNeil Bhatt Profession(s)Actor, Dancer, Choreographer Famous RoleArslaan in TV serial 'Arslaan' (2008) Physical Stats & More Height (approx.)in centimeters- 175 cm in meters- 1.75 m in feet inches- 5’ 9” Weight (approx.)in kilograms- 70 kg in pounds- 154 lbs Body Measurements (approx.)- Chest: 42 inches - Waist: 32 inches - Biceps: 14 inches Eye ColourBrown Hair ColourBlack Personal Life Date of Birth4 August 1987 Age (as in 2018)30 Years BirthplaceVadodara, Gujarat, India Zodiac sign/Sun signLeo NationalityIndian HometownVadodara, Gujarat, India SchoolJasudben M. L. School, Mumbai College(s)H.R. College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai Jitendra Chauhan College of Law, Mumbai Educational QualificationGraduation in Law DebutGujarati Film: Bhanwar (2017)
Neil Bhatt is a trained dancer and is the winner of dance reality show KaBoom (2008).
He is also trained in ‘Gymnastics’ and ‘Capoeira’ martial art.
He learned acting from ‘Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Institute.’
In 2008, Neil participated in the famous dance reality show ‘Boogie Woogie.’
The same year, he made his acting debut by playing the lead role of ”Arslaan” in the TV serial ‘Arslaan.’
He also acted in a mythological TV serial ‘Ramayan: Sabke Jeevan Ka Aadhar’ (2012-2013) as ”Laxmana.”
In 2017, Neil got the lead role in his debut Gujarati film ‘Bhanwar.’ The film received positive reviews from the audience.
He is a fitness freak.
He is a dog lover.

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Objective To explore the development and interactive correlations between boredom proneness, smoking and drinking behavior.
Methods A total of 416 adolescents from one senior high school and one college in the Inner Monggol Autonomous Region were recruited to complete the short-version boredom proneness scale, as well as smoking and drinking behavior scale at baseline and in the 12 month follow-up.
Results There were significant and positive correlation between boredom proneness and smoking and drinking behavior at both cross sectional levels (T1 r = 0.30, 0.34, T2 r = 0.24, 0.45, P<0.01). Significant autoregressive coefficients were observed for boredom proneness, smoking and drinking behavior in adolescents ( β = 0.53, 0.61, 0.45, P< 0.01). Moreover, the cross-lagged analyses revealed that the relationship between bordom proneness and smoking behavior was unilaterally influencing ( β = 0.12, P<0.01; β = 0.03, P>0.05), the relationship between bordom proneness and drinking behavior was bidirectional over the 12 months ( β = 0. 21, 0.09, P<0.05).
Conclusion Boredom proneness of adolescents is closely related to smoking and drinking behavior, boredom proneness can positively predict smoking and drinking behavior, and drinking behavior can positively predict boredom proneness.
【摘要】 目的 了解青少年无聊倾向与吸烟、饮酒行为的发展变化及相互关系, 为后续研究及干预提供研究资料。 方法 采用单维短式无聊倾向量表、吸烟和饮酒行为量表, 对方便抽取的内蒙古自治区 1 所髙中和 1 所大学的 416 名学生进行间 隔 12 个月的两阶段追踪调査。 结果 无聊倾向与吸烟、饮酒行为在两阶段的测量中均呈正相关 (第 1 次测量 r 值分别为 0.30, 0.34; 第 2 次测量 r 值分别为 0.24, 0.45, P 值均<0.01); 无聊倾向和吸烟、饮酒行为的自回归路径系数均有统计学意义 ( β 值分别为 0.53, 0.61, 0.45, P 值均<0.01); 无聊倾向能够预测 12 个月后的吸烟行为 (β = 0.12, P<0.01), 而吸烟行为不能 预测 12 个月后的无聊倾向 ( β = 0.03, P>0.05); 无聊倾向能够预测 12 个月后的饮酒行为 ( β = 0.21, P<0.01), 且饮酒行为能 够预测12个月后的无聊倾向 ( β = 0.09, P<0.05)。 结论 青少年无聊倾向与吸烟、饮酒行为关系密切, 无聊倾向能正向预 测吸烟和饮酒行为, 且饮酒行为能正向预测无聊倾向。


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In 2023, the price of necessary items like groceries is expected to rise as inflation continues to impact the American economy. Whether you are a college student or a physician at thrivemdclinic.com, it’s likely that you are looking for a few ways to cut down on the cost of your monthly grocery bill in the New Year.
While saving money on groceries can be tough, it is possible with just a little bit of planning! Here are a few tips for grocery shopping in 2023 that can help cut your bill in half and save money on groceries.
Make a List
This might sound like common sense for some shoppers, but the truth is that many people around the country do not make a practical shopping list before heading to the grocery store! While filling your cart with your usual pantry staples and anything else that looks good might ensure you have enough food at home, it often leads to overspending and is not a good way to shop if you are hoping to spend as little money as possible.
Making a list of all the recipes you intend to make throughout a given week, and all the ingredients you will need (and sticking to that list when shopping) will ensure you get all the food you need without spending money on anything else.
Buy Generic Brands
If you only buy name-brand products, you are throwing away hundreds of dollars at the grocery store each month. Generic grocery store brands use the same active ingredients in everything from fresh dairy to frozen meals but are available at a small fraction of the cost. When money is tight, don’t spend extra paying for a label; buy generic brands, and your wallet will thank you.
Don’t Shop Hungry
You’ve probably heard this advice before, but it’s true! Heading to the grocery store while you’re hungry is a surefire way to end up with an abundance of food that sounds good at the moment but that you don’t actually need – resulting in an excessive amount of money spent on food that likely won’t be eaten.
Before heading to the grocery store, be sure to eat a filling meal so that you are able to stick to your realistic list and avoid straying and purchasing items that sound good just because you’re hungry.

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Which dog vaccinations are absolutely necessary? Core vaccines are considered necessary for all pets based on the risk of exposure, severity of disease, or transmissibility to humans. Vaccines against canine parvovirus, distemper, canine hepatitis, and rabies are considered core vaccines for dogs. Non-core vaccines are administered based on the dog’s risk of exposure.
Vaccines aid in the preparation of the body’s immune system to the invasion of disease-causing organisms. Vaccines contain antigens, which appear to the immune system as the disease-causing organism but do not cause disease.
The immune system is mildly stimulated when the vaccine is administered to the body. If a pet is ever exposed to the real disease, his immune system is now ready to recognize it and either eliminate it completely or reduce the severity of the illness.
Vaccinations protect a dog from a wide range of illnesses. A vaccine’s basic premise is to train the immune system to recognize an infectious organism and effectively defend against it when it invades the body. This preparation entails the creation of antibodies capable of recognizing and targeting infectious foreign invaders.
Modified live vaccines
Vaccines are manufactured in a variety of ways. We won’t bore you with technical details, but we can give you a general overview. Some vaccines are referred to as ‘modified live vaccines,’ as they contain small amounts of live but weakened virus to stimulate the immune system. Others are killed vaccines containing viruses.
There are also vector vaccines, which use genetics to provide strong and long-lasting disease protection.
Some vaccines require a booster, which is administered at a predetermined time after the initial vaccination to help keep the vaccine effective over time.
It is essential to keep your pet’s vaccinations up to date to protect him from contagious diseases. Even if your pet is mostly kept indoors, this is essential. Many contagious diseases are spread through the air, and your pet could be exposed through an open window. There is also the possibility that your pet will unintentionally slip out the door. It is also important to remember that vaccinations take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks to become effective.
There are numerous vaccines available for dogs, so can create confusion about which ones the dog requires. Furthermore, different vaccines have different vaccination schedules, making it difficult to determine which vaccines your dog requires and when.
Nobody wants to put their dog through pain, and you may wonder if all of these vaccinations are really necessary. There is a way you can learn about core (required) and non-core (optional) vaccinations.
These vaccinations are known as “core” vaccinations, and they are required for all dogs. The rabies vaccination (in most, but not all, states), CDV (canine distemper), CAV-2 (canine hepatitis virus or adenovirus-2), and CPV-2 are all core vaccinations designed to protect animals from severe illness or disease (canine parvovirus.)
Canine distemper is a highly infectious viral disease caused by the canine distemper virus. This disease is closely related to the measles virus.
Symptoms of canine distemper
The virus spreads through the air and attacks the tonsils and lymph nodes. The virus spreads throughout the body, attacking the gastrointestinal, respiratory, urogenital, and nervous systems.
High fever, runny nose, eye discharge, red eyes, lethargy, loss of appetite, coughing, vomiting, diarrhoea, seizures, and paralysis are all symptoms. Footpad thickening or enlargement is also seen in some dogs.
Treatment for canine distemper
There is currently no known cure for canine distemper. Some dogs, on the other hand, can recover completely after receiving treatment for symptoms and ongoing care. After a dog has recovered completely, she will no longer be able to carry or spread the disease.
Vaccination for Canine Distemper
The canine distemper vaccination is typically administered as part of a combination vaccination, most commonly the DHLPP. Distemper is represented by the letter “D” in DHLPP. The five-way vaccine protects against hepatitis (adenovirus), leptospirosis, parvovirus, and parainfluenza.
The vaccine is administered in a series. Canine distemper vaccination should begin at six weeks of age and be repeated every two to four weeks until the dog is 16 weeks old. A booster shot is given at 12 months and then every three years after that.
Canine hepatitis is caused by the canine adenovirus type 1. Swelling and cell damage in the liver cause haemorrhage and death in dogs infected with this virus. This virus is spread through infected dogs’ urine.
Symptoms of Adenovirus Type 1 Hepatitis
Abdominal pain, distension, loss of appetite, pale skin, lethargy, fever, and tonsillitis.
Fluid swelling in the corneas frequently causes the dog’s eyes to appear blue. In more severe cases, death occurs within one to two days. However, if a dog survives the first few days, he or she can recover completely and be immune to the virus in the future.
Canine adenovirus type 2 (CAV-2) is a hepatitis virus relative and one of the causes of kennel cough. Although the CAV-2 vaccine does not provide complete protection against kennel cough, the disease severity is limited if a vaccinated dog becomes infected, making death unlikely.
A hacking cough a week after exposure, airway inflammation, white foamy discharge after coughing, pink eye, inflamed nasal passages, and nasal discharge.
Vaccination for Adenovirus Cough and Hepatitis
The CAV-2 vaccine prevents kennel cough and hepatitis.This shot is typically included in a combination vaccine, such as the five-way or seven-way vaccine. It is typically administered beginning at six weeks of age and continuing every two to four weeks until the child reaches the age of sixteen weeks.
Another is administered with a combination booster shot 12 months after the previous interval dose, and then every three years thereafter.
Canine parvovirus (parvo) is highly contagious and can be contracted through direct contact with the urine of an infected dog or through contact with virus-contaminated objects (e.g., food bowl, toys, etc.). Unfortunately, parvo frequently kills young puppies with immature immune systems.
Symptoms of Parvovirus
Dog wearing a sick mask.
Dogs infected with parvo usually show symptoms within 3 to 10 days. Secondary infections, dehydration, lethargy, diarrhoea, vomiting, endotoxemia, shock, and death are the most common parvo symptoms.
Dogs with confirmed parvo cases can spread the disease to other dogs through their urine and soil that has come into contact with their excretions. After recovering from the virus, dogs can still shed the parvovirus in their excretions.
Treatment of Parvovirus
Untreated parvo cases result in death in approximately 91 percent of cases. The parvo vaccine is the only way to keep a dog from becoming infected with this virus. Parvovirus cannot be transmitted from dogs to humans.
Vaccination against Parvovirus
The parvovirus vaccine is administered in four or five doses (DHPP or DHLPP). The first dose is given to children as young as six weeks old, and subsequent doses are given every two to four weeks until they are at least 16 weeks old (totaling three times). A booster shot is administered one year after the last interval dose, and then every three years thereafter. It can take up to two weeks for the vaccine to take effect and fully protect a dog from it.
Rabies is a viral disease that can be transmitted by a variety of mammals. It is a zoonotic disease, which means that it spreads from animals to humans. If you suspect your dog has been exposed to rabies, take her to the vet right away, even if she is up to date on her rabies vaccination. Rabies is most commonly transmitted by a bite from an infected mammal. Rabies causes acute encephalitis (brain inflammation) and eventually infects the entire nervous system, resulting in death.
Symptoms of Rabies
Fever, paralysis, seizures, a dropped jaw, inability to swallow, hydrophobia (fear of water)
Pica (eating non-food items, such as dirt)
A change in bark tone, unusual aggression
Lack of coordination
Frothy saliva is all symptoms of rabies
A dog infected with furious rabies exhibits drastic behavioral changes.
Treatment of Rabies
Rabies is curable if dogs are treated before symptoms appear. When symptoms appear, the disease is fatal. Rabies can appear anywhere between 2 and 12 weeks after infection. Some cases, however, can take much longer.
Vaccination against Rabies
Puppies as young as 12 weeks old are usually immunized against rabies. However, depending on local laws, this age may vary from place to place. For example, in Washington, DC, dogs must be vaccinated against rabies as young as four months old. The puppy receives a second rabies vaccination within one year of the first. Boosters are usually given every one to three years after that, depending on the vaccination used and local laws.
Core vaccines, as the name implies, are those that are recommended for all dogs, regardless of their individual circumstances. This means that regardless of how old your dog is, where you live, or how healthy they are, they should have these vaccines.
Non-core dog vaccinations are not required unless the specific illness or disease is prevalent. Many veterinarians will continue to provide these non-core vaccinations in areas where they are not required, but it is up to the veterinarian and the pet owner to determine whether the dog in question is a suitable vaccination candidate.
The bacteria Bordetella bronchiseptica causes kennel cough, which is spread through airborne contaminants. It is transmitted through contact with infected dogs or through the transfer of bacteria in food bowls, cages, and water bowls.
Symptoms of Bordetella
Coughing of a dog
As bacteria multiply, they destroy the tracheal lining, resulting in a high-pitched cough.
Coughing dogs may also cause them to gag and retch.
Fever, sneezing, nasal discharge.
Loss of appetite.
Treatment of Bordetella
The incubation period for kennel cough is five to seven days. When symptoms appear, antibiotics and a cough suppressant should be administered to the dog. Untreated kennel cough can cause pneumonia and even death.
Vaccination against Bordetella
The Bordetella vaccination is given to dogs as an injection and nasal mist. It takes 48 hours for a dog to develop immunity to the disease following vaccination. Most kennels require dogs to be Bordetella-vaccinated before they can board. Bordetella vaccinations are typically administered once every 12 months.
Canine coronavirus (CCV) is an intestinal disease that affects dogs. This canine virus is not the same as COVID-19, which has caused a global pandemic in humans. Coronavirus does not usually last long in dogs, but it can cause a variety of side effects and complications in some cases. Pug dog wearing a face mask. The canine coronavirus spreads via saliva. It takes one to five days for symptoms to appear in a dog after being exposed to the disease. The illness usually lasts between 2 and 10 days.
Symptoms of Canine Coronavirus
Most coronavirus-infected dogs will have mild or no symptoms, but infected puppies may develop severe illness.
Symptoms include sudden onset diarrhea, appetite loss, and lethargy.
A dog’s stool frequently contains mucus or blood and has a distinct odor.
Treatment of Canine Coronavirus
Unfortunately, no treatment exists for coronavirus. Do your best to control the symptoms because a secondary bacterial infection may occur, which can be treated with antibiotics. Coronavirus is almost never fatal. Immune systems in dogs that are underdeveloped or compromised are more vulnerable.
Vaccination against Coronavirus
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) does not recommend the canine coronavirus (CCV) vaccine because the virus only causes mild or subclinical (undetectable) disease. This is most common in puppies under the age of six weeks.
The pathogen Leptospira causes leptospirosis, which is a bacterial infection. It is a zoonotic disease that can be fatal in some cases. A dog drinks from a pond. Dogs become infected with Leptospira (a water-loving organism) by drinking urine-contaminated water or coming into contact with infected urine. Leptospira reproduces and completes its life cycle in the kidneys of dogs.
Symptoms of Leptospirosis
Fever, vomiting, depression, loss of appetite, generalised pain, and conjunctivitis are some of the symptoms.
Later symptoms include fever, increased thirst, urine colour change, jaundice, frequent urination, dehydration, difficulty breathing, muscular tremors, and vomiting.
Treatment of Leptospirosis
If the disease is caught early, antibiotics can help shorten the disease’s duration and reduce potential damage. Kidney filtration and blood transfusion may be required in more severe cases. Approximately 10% of leptospirosis cases result in death due to secondary complications.
Vaccination against leptospirosis
The leptospirosis vaccine is classified as “non-core.” It is a preventative vaccine against the four most common Leptospira strains known to cause this infection in dogs: Canicola, Icterohaemorrhagiae, Grippotyphosa, and Pomona. The vaccine is administered in two doses beginning as early as eight to nine weeks of age. The two doses are separated by two to four weeks. For dogs who are at risk of exposure, a booster shot is given one year after the first two shots, and then annually after that.
Lyme disease is caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi and is spread by tick bites. Symptoms of Lyme disease do not always appear in all dogs, though some will exhibit swollen lymph nodes or lameness.
Symptoms of Lyme Disease
Close up of a tick (caption: Lyme Disease In Dogs)
If your dog is showing signs of Lyme disease, make sure to check her for any ticks that may still be present.
Shifting-leg lameness, a loss of appetite, and a high fever are all symptoms.
Lyme disease, if left untreated, can cause severe inflammation in your dog’s nervous system, heart, and kidneys, potentially leading to death.
Treatment of Lyme Disease
Blood samples are collected by veterinarians at least four weeks after a tick bite to test for Lyme disease. If a dog tests positive for Lyme disease, doxycycline is given as soon as possible. If Lyme disease is suspected to be in an advanced stage, antibiotic treatment will be extended and no steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may be prescribed. The best treatment is to avoid Lyme disease by keeping your pet’s tick preventative medication up to date.
Vaccination for Lyme Disease
The Lyme disease vaccine is typically given to dogs only in areas where Lyme disease is a concern. Lyme disease vaccine can be given to dogs as young as eight weeks old, with a follow-up dose two to four weeks later. For dogs who are at high risk of contracting Lyme disease, a booster shot is administered one year after the second dose, and then annually.
Flu-infected dog in bed (Image: Dog Flu Symptoms and Treatments). Parainfluenza, also known as canine influenza, is extremely contagious.
Symptoms of Parainfluenza
Dry cough, fever, wheezing, difficulty breathing, runny nose, sneezing, pneumonia, reduced appetite, lethargy, runny eyes, and conjunctivitis are some of the symptoms.
Treatment of Parainfluenza
Most dogs recover on their own, but because the disease is so contagious, most veterinarians prefer to treat them right away with antibiotics and antiviral drugs. A cough suppressant and extra fluids may also be beneficial.
Vaccination against Parainfluenza
The parainfluenza vaccine will not prevent the spread of the disease, but it will reduce the severity of an infection. The vaccination is available as a combination vaccine, such as canine distemper-measles-parainfluenza and DHPP. The first vaccine is given at six to eight weeks of age, then every two to four weeks until the child is sixteen weeks old. A combination booster shot is given 12 months after the last interval dose, and then every three years after that.
Non-core vaccines are administered by observing the dog’s lifestyle because it can influence which vaccines he or she requires. Dogs who spend a lot of time near the water, for example, are good candidates for the leptospirosis vaccine because they can become infected by drinking contaminated water.
Following are some frequently asked questions related to which dog vaccinations are absolutely necessary.
Yes, vaccinations have minimum age requirements, which must be followed. Puppies receive protective antibodies from their mothers’ milk during the first few weeks of life, so they do not require vaccinations right away. Vaccines provide disease protection only after puppies are old enough to stop nursing. Vets may be hesitant to give unnecessary vaccines to elderly dogs because their immune systems are often compromised.
Too many vaccinations given to a dog at once can increase the likelihood of side effects. This is why it is critical to space out your vaccinations. Due to the core vaccines administered at your annual checkup, your veterinarian may delay administering any non-core vaccines.
Most dogs recover well from vaccinations. Vaccinations can cause allergic reactions in some dogs. Most allergic reactions cause mild symptoms such as mild discomfort at the injection site, mild fever, tiredness, and possibly a few episodes of vomiting or diarrhoea. These symptoms will typically last 12 to 24 hours after vaccination and will resolve on their own.
Core vaccines are those that are recommended for all dogs, regardless of their circumstances. This means that regardless of how old your dog is, where you live, or how healthy they are, they should have these vaccines.
Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus Vaccinations for your dog (DHPP). This combination vaccine, also known as the “distemper shot,” protects against the four diseases listed in its full name. Rabies. Rabies virus is fatal, and all mammals, including humans, are at risk of infection.
Dog will require at least one vaccine per year, and your pet should have a thorough health check at least once a year as part of their overall care. This allows your veterinarian to ensure that no new health problems are developing.
Rabies, canine distemper, hepatitis, canine parvovirus, Lyme disease, canine influenza, leptospirosis, and kennel cough are all diseases that dogs are susceptible to if they are not vaccinated at a young age.
The most common vaccination complications are tissue swelling around the injection site, mild symptoms of illness such as fever, lethargy, and soreness, and allergic reactions to the vaccine, which can range from mild to life-threatening.
Dogs can live perfectly well without shots, and it is entirely up to the dog owner whether or not to have the dog immunized. However, if you choose not to have your dog immunized, you may be putting it at a higher risk of contracting certain conditions that could endanger its life.
Unvaccinated dogs and cats that have been bitten by a known rabid animal should be destroyed right away. If the owner refuses, the animal should be vaccinated and placed in strict isolation for 180 days.
Core vaccines are compulsory for all dogs. There is no discrimination on the bases of age, gender or other circumstances.
Non- core vaccines are given keeping in view their need and residential circumstances. They are not compulsory for all dogs. They are optional for dogs.
Vaccines aid in the preparation of a dog’s immune system to defend itself against any invasion of disease-causing organisms.
Antigens in vaccines mimic disease-causing organisms in a dog’s immune system but do not cause disease.
Puppy and dog vaccines are intended to mildly stimulate the immune system by causing it to recognize the antigens present. This way, if a dog is exposed to the real disease, its immune system will recognize it and be ready to fight it off, or at the very least mitigate its effects.

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Golden Age 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner
Details: Golden Age 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner
Location: Sheraton Hotel, Melbourne
Event Date: Friday 18th November
2000 new season peonies
Celebrating their 10th Anniversary, Golden Age hosted a gala dinner in Melbourne. This luxurious gala dinner was inspired by the Golden Age of Chinese History, the Tang Dynasty. Drawing on the patterns and textures of the era, the creative team produced and elegant yet modern look. The overarching aesthetic was a contemporary twist on classic Tang Dynasty inspirations. The Sheraton Hotel was the perfect venue to host this event due to the modern geometric wall details complimenting the aesthetic nicely.
Gold and silver featured heavily in the event design. The scene was set with gold metallic discs lining the back of the stage, creating movement and reflecting light. Meanwhile on the tables, silver stripe linen set the foundation. These bold metallic tones compliment the soft greens and pinks in the custom made centrepieces. The base for the centrepieces were a custom element, inspired by Tang Dynasty bronze mirrors. Glass show plates allowed the table linen to shine through, and a gold beaded rim added another layer of opulence to the table tops. As much as each element brought detail in texture and colour, they were all beautifully balanced for a delicate result. No one feature to the tables fought for attention, allowing the hero piece of bright peonies to shine.
In addition, gold acrylic “auspicious clouds” hovered over a sea of pink peonies. These accents were suspended from golden frames on the pillars of the ballroom. Finally, more clouds were on display amongst free standing feature floral arrangements.
“You nailed every individual piece, and provided us and our guests a phenomenal visual experience on the night. Your efficiency, consideration and willing-to-help attitude were just the icing on the cake. There will be no hesitance for us to recommend Solution Red to anyone aiming for an unordinary event to wow their guests.”
Venue and Catering: Sheraton Hotel Melbourne
Event Design and Event Graphics: Empire Red
Floristry: Empire Red
Photography: John Hewat – Mammoth Media Productions