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Europe is filled with wonderful roads and enough iconic sights to attract any motorist. In this article we take a look at two dozen of the most popular, exciting and scenic roads across the continent, and throw in a few that will challenge even the best drivers. From twisty mountain passes to coastal roads through some of the world’s most idyllic villages, we reveal the great drives and routes that should form the basis of any motoring adventure in Europe. We’ve arranged the drives by country for ease of reference.
Officially the highest paved mountain road pass in Austria, the Grossglockner High Alpine Road is busy, thrilling and offers some of the most amazing views you can encounter while driving anywhere in the world. Sited in the Eastern Alps, the pass links the towns of Bruck with Heiligenblut, and takes motorists just above 2,500 metres at its summit.
The road was completed in 2935 after more than a decade of planning and construction. It is now a toll road, with motorists paying around 35 euros to traverse its 48 km length. With hundreds of thousands of vehicles using it throughout the year, it is best to attempt the pass quite early, which will also allow you plenty of time to stop off and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Pasterze Glacier from Kaiser-Franz-Josefs-Höhe. Continue onto the sweeping turns and twists of the Hochtor pass, the highest part of the route, and revel in the postcard views at every side.
Grossglockner is beautifully paved, a pleasure to drive, and remains one of the premier Alpine drives in all of continental Europe.
2. Hahntennjoch pass
If the Grossglockner is a drive offering the finest views in Austria, the Hahntennjoch pass offers similarly magnificent backdrops and a level of thrills that are hard to replicate on any mountain road. As with most Austrian roads, the surface is immaculate, which is a good thing given some of the near-vertical drops at the start of the major climbs. The pass stretches some 30 km from Imst to Elmen, connecting Austria’s beautiful Inn and Lech valleys with one of the greatest drives you can envisage; it’s advised to try the pass first from the Elmen side, but drivers will enjoy the challenges in both directions.
After climbing up the steep initial section from Elmen, the road sweeps back and forth with a tight series of around 10 tight bends set against a towering rock face. Just before you reach the outpost of Boden, the road then diverts onto the main pull to the top of the pass. The climb now spans around 19 km, from a tight, twisty initial section including several switchbacks before it opens out into gentler, sweeping curves which are not only great to drive but also afford amazing views.
If the ascent has sections to jangle the nerves, the descent from the top is even crazier. From an exposed summit strewn with boulders and looking quite otherworldly, the road again starts gently with nice turns but then the fun really starts: there are some two dozen tight corners, pretty much 90 degree bends, all in the space of just a couple of kilometres. The road feels as if it’s right on the very edge of the mountain, and it takes some skill and courage to attack the bends. After negotiating this section, the road then becomes much more gentle, and curves down into a beautiful forested region to complete the journey. It’s certainly a great challenge for any motorist, and best attempted at quieter times if possible.
Part of an overall 64 km stretch of road from Pians to Bludenz in the Austrian Tyrol, the Silvrettastrasse is yet another magnificent Alpine route with the immaculate levels of surfacing and maintenance that are synonymous with Austria. The starting section takes you through the heart of a national park amidst pretty pastures, before depositing you near the Kaps artificial lake.
From Kaps, the road passes through a toll booth, and onto the main 30 km stretch. It’s worth paying the 15 Euro toll to enjoy the fabulous surfaces and cracking views of this Alpine road. The road to the summit is fairly gentle, with lush open valleys and fertile plains to the sides, and sweeping corners to enjoy. The route tops out at 2,036 metres at Biehole Hohe, which features another stopping point next to a lake. From the top, the descent is more exciting, with various switchbacks and some tight twists. The valley is very scenic, with a forested area and various waterfalls, which make good stopping off points for a rest or to photograph.
As with the other Austrian passes, the Silvrettastrasse can become very busy in the summer months, with coaches and tourists in abundance – again we recommend either attacking the route out of season or getting onto the pass first thing in the morning, when you can enjoy the fabulous tarmac roads and thrilling curves before it gets too crowded.
1. La Route des Grandes Alpes (LRGA)
“The Route of the High Alps” is perfectly named, and is one of the foremost driving routes across the French Alps. Encompassing more than 450 miles between the town of Evian, on the borders of Lake Geneva, to Nice on the Cote d’Azur, LRGA takes drivers through some of the most wonderful scenery in France, and passes through no fewer than 4 national parks and an astonishing 16 mountain passes on its meandering journey.
We would recommend starting at the breathtaking Lake Geneva and making your way steadily southwards towards the many delights of the French Mediterranean coast. The road from Evian starts in the lowlands but quickly ascends through magnificent Alpine scenery, with glaciers and high peaks abounding. The route takes you to an altitude of around 7,000 feet at its height, and there’s a sense of scale and grandeur throughout, with steep slopes, pristine white snows and vast sweeping views the entire length of the journey.
There are numerous stopping off points en route, and we’d recommend splitting your journey on LRGA over at least two days. Even in the middle of summer, there’s a sense of wonder at the glacial splendour at every turn. Chamonix is a perfect stopping off point, especially for anyone with a love for winter sports. It has become very much a destination for the well-to-do, but all visitors are welcomed to this superb resort. Apres ski and a vibrant nightlife are just two of the many reasons to sample the delights of Chamonix as you pass through the Alps.
The descent down to Nice is also spectacular, with the Mediterranean opening up as you wend your way through hillsides strewn with villas and lush vegetation. The sparkling waters and breathtaking vistas of the Cote d’Azur are a welcome change from the dazzling peaks of the Alps, making LRGA a truly diverse and challenging drive, and one we’d really recommend. The reverse route, starting at Nice and making your way back across the Alps towards Geneva, is equally challenging and worth driving.
2. France – Col de la Bonnette
Containing the highest paved road in Europe, topping out at 2,807 metres, Col de la Bonnette is as famous as its French compatriots, and offers a spectacular drive. The original route actually just tops 2,700 metres, but there’s a newly-added two km loop around the Cime de la Bonette which adds the extra height. The route spans around 30 kilometres in total, from Jausiers in the north to the southern end at Saint-Etienne-de-Tinée. With average gradients of around 6.5%, and a maximum steepness of 10%, the route is challenging but not overly tricky to navigate. The road is superbly surfaced and lovely to drive, with just one or two narrow sections challenging both skill and nerve.
The lower parts of the pass offer beautiful green fields and meadows, with steep peaks rising to the sides. At its peak, the summit is rocky and fairly barren, making it somewhat other-worldly in comparison to many of the more traditional Alpine passes that adorn this article. At the top of the road there is an almost-unrivalled 360 degree panoramic view of the Mercantour National Park and surrounding mountains that makes the drive well worth it; the route has also served several times as a challenging stage in the Tour de France, and the descents are perfectly suited for all forms of transportation!
3. Les Corniches – France
Not just one, but three different driving routes through the Southern French Alps and Riviera, bundled together as Les Corniches. Each route provides a superb driving experience, with fabulous views over the Mediterranean and steep slopes to navigate, and each takes you past the fabulous city of Monte Carlo, which must be enjoyed for part of the trip.
Each of the three routes commences in neighbouring Nice and follow roughly similar routes. However the differences come in the steepness of the routes and the altitudes reached. Low Corniche offers a scenic meander through the coastal towns and fishing villages that nestle against the Mediterranean Coast; Villefranche-sur-Mer is a particularly beautiful village, and you can marvel at grand villas and quaint houses on your journey through to Monaco. The Middle Corniche route offers perhaps the best visual appeal of any of the routes, with superb views down the mountainsides to the Med and the medieval village of Eze. Finally, the Upper Corniche offers a fantastic view over Monaco and the delights of Monte Carlo, though the road itself is more treacherous and can become shrouded in fog at times. It was on this route that Princess Grace was killed, though visitors are perhaps more tempted by the sights of La Turbie and the ancient villas atop the mountain.
Each of the three routes descends through Monaco and concludes at the baroque town of Menton, close to the Italian border. We’d recommend the middle route for the best views and most exciting experience, though it can become busy during peak season.
4. Calais to Hesdin
Although it doesn’t rank among the most glamorous or dramatic routes in France, the coastal road spanning from Calais to Hesdin is a popular drive for tourists arriving by ferry from the UK. Joining the D940 in Calais, the drive encompasses several delightful stretches along the coast and also through typically lush French countryside; the Côte d’Opale coastal stretch is glorious in all seasons, with splendid views out to sea. The commune of Le Touquet has recently become a playground for the rich, with lavish villas set amidst the dunes, and is worth a quick stop.
The drive also offers a stop at the delightful town of Boulogne-sur-mer. This busy fishing port oozes charm, with a lovely central square, bustling cobbled streets and a rustic atmosphere. From Boulogne, the drive to Hesdin on the D349 takes you alongside the Canche river, with scenic vistas and quiet roads offering an easy journey through charming and picturesque countryside; it’s certainly among the prettiest routes in all of Northern France. Hesdin is famed for its weekly market, which offers great local produce such as rhubarb wine and noted local beers, and makes a good stop off point before resuming your onward journey through the country.
5. Route Gentelly
Our penultimate French pick is Route Gentelly, which offers a relatively short drive at just over 19 km, but is worth it for some tight cornering and twists along the way. The route commences in Vence, a historic market town nestled on the southern coast between Nice and Antibes in the Alpes-Maritimes region. From here, the road ascends to Col de Vence, which tops out at around 960 metres but which still offers some magnificent views of the region. The drive is especially popular among bikers, though it’s equally great for all motorists.
Having reached Col de Vence, the route proceeds to Gréolières, a village nestled in the mountainside and surrounded by cliffs; in winter months it can become shrouded in snow and makes a charming stop off point. The road then picks up the main Route, which offers a fantastic drive through landscapes and curious rock formations. With wooden fences to the sides, the twisty roads offer a fun experience, and almost postcard-like views at each turn. There are vantage points dotted along the drive, each offering lovely vistas across the green valleys to the sides. The descent takes you through the verdant forests and completes the drive in scenic splendour. Although it doesn’t match the drama and astonishing sights of some of the French high Alpine routes, Route Gentelly is still very much a drive for the enthusiast and shouldn’t be missed.
6. Col de Turini
The final French selection is one of the most notorious. Featured by the BBC’s Top Gear in its list of the world’s best roads, the Col de Turini gained fame for its part in the annual Monte Carlo Rally. It features over 30 treacherous hairpin turns, sweeping curves and a fantastic visual appeal. The road is particularly dangerous at night, thanks to the sharp falls and tight bends, and tops out at over 5,000 feet.
The road is located near Sospel in the Alpes-Maritimes region of Southern France. It is frequently subjected to road closures in the winter months; snow and ice make the pass especially dangerous, and so it’s advised to attempt the route in good daylight in the summer months! Drivers should be wary that despite the tree-lined sections, the road has very steep drops in most parts, a lack of barriers, and corners should not be attempted at speed.
1. Route 500
One of the most stunning drives in Germany is Route 500, an elevated section of the famed Schwarzwald Hochstrasse which wends its way from the start at Knibes and heads northward through the magnificent Black Forest to its conclusion at Baden Baden. Although once a preserve of bikers and those seeking a high-speed thrill, many sections are now fairly busy, so it’s a journey and drive best enjoyed early in the morning before the masses arrive.
The route passes through dozens of tiny villages, though many of these are simply dwellings and don’t offer much to see as you drive past. Initially, your route from Knibes is a fast road, offering tremendous views both to the sides and ahead; as you move into the forest, you’ll feel the landscape closing in around you, and it’s here you need to be careful of other motorists, despite the road being fairly wide throughout. As you proceed towards Hornisgrinde, the route opens up again and you’ll see some terrific views, and there are various stopping points provided; a bite to eat and a drink can accompany some lovely views.
Back on the road, you’ll begin the swift descent down into Baden Baden, and here’s where the drive is at its most challenging and, arguably, most fun – there are numerous tight turns and switchbacks which will challenge your skills and patience, though perhaps less so than the infamous turns of the Stelvio Pass. It’s relatively easy to overtake slower moving traffic, though, and if you’re on a bike, this section is particularly exhilarating.
If you really enjoy this route, it can be attempted in both directions, while there are plenty of other smaller, less-traversed drives through the forest should you wish to explore the region further.
2. Romantic Road
Germany’s most advertised route was actually dreamed up by the government in the 1950s, and is especially designed to take the motorist on a tour of everything finest about the nation. Commencing at the city of Wurzburg, the drive encompasses some 400 km of roads through some truly splendid Bavarian forests and mountains, and concludes at Fussen, close to the Southern German border. The route is designed to be driven from north to south, though obviously it has equal appeal whichever way you traverse.
There are some amazing stopping off points and sights throughout the journey, from the baroque Residenz palace at Wurzburg dating to the 18th Century, to the impossibly beautiful and Disney-like Neuschwanstein Castle, the construct and plaything of the infamous mad King Ludwig II, close to the Austrian border at the southern end. The road offers a huge array of historic towns, churches, castles and monuments galore, enough to base a holiday around in itself as opposed to just offering a leisurely and scenic drive. Indeed, the road has become one of Germany’s most popular tourist destinations, both for stop-offs and for complete itineraries.
The road itself is terrific to drive, with great surfaces, changing landscapes and a never-ending series of stopping points. The countryside is beautiful, with farmland, mountainous slopes, forests and much more interspersed along its length, ensuring that the drive never becomes dull or routine. Navigation along the Romantic Road is simple, thanks to helpful brown signposts that connect the various villages and routes. There are accompanying cycling and walking routes between the endpoints. Throughout the late spring and summer months, festivals abound throughout the entire region, from wines and beers to foods and outdoor carnivals, providing ample respite for the motorist or thirsty traveller.
1. Ring of Kerry
Ireland is a lush country, filled with sweeping vistas and charm. As with the UK, most of its driving routes are superbly signed, well-surfaced roads with plenty of visuals to accompany the easy motoring. Perhaps its most renowned driver’s route is the Ring of Kerry. Spanning some 180 km, the drive takes in all the best that the Emerald Isle has to offer, from stunning mountain scenery to seafront vistas, lakes and glorious rivers.
Based around the Iveragh Peninsula, much of the journey is one of exploration. There are historical attractions dotted throughout the route, with sights such as the Ogham Stones near Beaufort well worth a stop. Ross Castle is a particularly good spot to take a break, while the village of Sneem, noted for its colourful dwellings, is be a lovely place to take an evening or overnight rest. Other notable historic sights on the journey include the Killarney Stone Circles, representing thousands of years of mystery and heritage, while Caherciveen, the capital of the Peninsula, offers historical intrigue in abundance.
Those searching for iconic vistas and glorious views are very well catered for on this drive; the Lakes of Killarney are among Ireland’s prettiest, while the Blue Pool Nature Reserve is also splendid. Torc Waterfall is just one of many great places to stop along the circular trip, and offers natural splendour and even the sight of red deer, just 5 minutes walk from the road. The ruins of Staigue stone fort, dating from around 400 AD, are also easily accessible and offer a fascinating insight into Iron Age defences.
1. Stelvio Pass
One of Europe’s most famous, and cited, mountain roads, the Stelvio Pass in Northern Italy may perhaps be the single most iconic drive the continent has to offer. In 2008, Top Gear named it as the greatest driving road in the entire world, though that has since been the subject of much discussion. Whatever your opinion, there’s no denying the marvels that this route has in abundance. Indeed, such is the variety and challenge on offer that it offers a whole different experience depending on which side you approach from.
Most experts suggest approaching the pass from the north west side via Bormio. As the route can get crowded during peak season, it’s advised to plan your trip so as to stay overnight in one of the many lovely guesthouses or hotels that adorn this part of Italy, and make an early start on your ascent. Once out of Bormio, the route climbs steadily through a lush valley, filled with Alpine forests, with panoramas opening up on all sides. Stelvio National Park is among the prettiest in Italy, if not all of Europe, and is a great way to begin the journey. The summit tops out at 2,757 metres, or just a whisker over 9,000 feet making it the third highest mountain road pass in the Alps.
However much of the route’s fame comes from the incredible series of switchbacks that are strewn across the northern face of the journey. An astonishing 48 switchback turns await, a true test of any driver’s skill – and indeed endurance. Such are the dangers of the tight turns that the ascent from this side is preferred, the downwards route being vastly trickier to negotiate. Should you find yourself stuck behind a tourist coach or delivery wagon, this becomes a real feat of patience, as overtaking is pretty much impossible; this is another reason to get onto the Pass as early as possible and also to avoid the weekends, especially in the busy months of July and August. The turns are also marked with stones, allowing you to keep track of the rapidly rising number of switchbacks you’re negotiating!
Once past the switchbacks the route opens up across the Alps, affording dramatic panoramic views to all sides. If you find yourself in need of a real challenge, then you can always approach Stelvio from the opposite side, and we’d recommend basing any overnight in the charming locale of Trafoil. Alternatively, an option when approaching from the eastern end is to avoid Stelvio altogether by diverting onto the Umbrail Pass, which heads north into Switzerland and offers a similarly challenging, though much quieter, twisting route through the Eastern Alps.
A jaunt over the Stelvio Pass may or may not be the greatest drive in Europe, but it’s certainly one of the most famous, and should feature prominently on any planned driving tour through Italy and Switzerland.
2. Amalfi Coast
Southern Italy is one of the world’s most beautiful regions, and the Amalfi Coast perhaps its crown jewel. Touring around this magnificent landscape is one of the greatest driving pleasures we can recommend, and can form the backdrop of an ultimate motoring holiday.
The Amalfi road links around 13 separate towns, all of which offer charm, wonderful architecture and an outlook onto the Mediterranean and the Bay of Naples that’s hard to surpass for its sheer visual delight. Indeed, such is the splendour of the region that it has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The route runs some 60 km from Sorrento to Salerno and passes through world famous resorts and destinations such as Amalfi, Ravello and Scala. There are many sights to see during the journey; art lovers are well served by medieval castle at Maiori and the musical heritage of Ravello, while Vietri sul Mare is renowned for ceramics and the skilled local craftsmen. Life moves at a slower pace here, and the centuries-old architecture and quiet way of life is a joy to sample amid the lovely climate and terrific views.
Naturally, the region is a tourist hotspot, so for ideal driving conditions we’d suggest a trip in Spring or after the main tourist season has passed. The roads are tight but a joy to navigate, and there’s a new vista and place to explore seemingly at every turn. Note that the route attracts many large coaches and also thousands of motorbikes and scooters, so be careful on your journey and don’t go too fast – after all, the relaxed pace of life and glorious setting make this a trip to savour, not rush through.
3. Great Dolomite Road
As a total contrast from the scenic charm and glitzy attractions of the south, Northern Italy offers spectacular views and rugged terrain – and some splendid driving opportunities. Chief among these is the Great Dolomite Road, which was constructed over several decades in the late 19th and early 20th centuries; it wends its way from Bolzano in the west to Cortina d’Ampezzo at the eastern end, spanning some 110 kilometres of quaint rural outposts and great mountain scenery.
However the road is about much more than just getting from one town to another; there are numerous sights and lovely places to stop off and enjoy, making this a great route to enjoy over the course of a full day. Bolzano itself is a popular ski destination, and is accessible year round. Its locals are used to Italian, Austrian and German visitors, thanks to its location in the South Tyrol, but you’ll find a welcome whatever your nationality.
As you make your way from Bolzano, the road passes through various canyons and steep sections to Lake Karersee; this is an unusual lake, renowned for its green waters and royal connections. Proceeding onward, the pass takes you to various regions popular with climbers and walkers, notably the Vajolet Towers. Having driven through the Fassa Valley, the road then brings you to Canazei, which is an excellent stop off point, either for an overnight break or for a long lunch.
The road continues to ascend to Passo Pordoi, and that gentle stretch is followed by an astonishing series of 75 hairpin bends and turns as you drive towards Arabba. The road then passes through a lush valley and onwards to the final destination of Cortina d’Ampezzo; with the combination of stunning mountain backdrops and fertile land, the Great Dolomite Road offers a truly beautiful contrast to the Mediterranean coastal routes of the country’s southern region.
The Trollstigen or “Troll Route” is famous as one of the most scenic drives in all of Europe, if not the world, taking in the most majestic scenery that Scandinavia has to offer. The road spans 106 kilometres and links the towns of Valldalen and Andalsnes. It was completed in 1936, and in the ensuing 80 years has attracted millions of motorists keen to explore this fantastic route.
The road wends its way through mountainous land and is renowned for its steep inclines and sharp turns. It is surrounded by mountains such as Kongen and Dronningen, which soar into the heavens and passes by glorious waterfalls including Stigfossen, at a height of more than 1000 feet. There are 11 hairpin bends to test even the most careful driver, and has inclines of up to 9 percent in places, making it a real thrill. The really testing part is a climb from Geiranger to Eidsdal, a section dubbed the “Eagle Road” as it takes you more than 620 metres up the mountain. From the top you can revel in views across majestic landscapes and fjords, including the UNESCO World Heritage listed Geirangerfjorden.
2. Atlanterhavsveien (“Atlantic Road”)
The shortest but perhaps the most impressive road within our European guide is the 8.3 km Atlantic Road in Norway which links two small villages on the islands of Averoy and Eide. The route is entirely man-made, and features 8 bridges linking various small islands. It was completed after six years’ construction in 1989 and is an extremely popular destination for tourists and the curious, and can be especially dramatic in windy conditions.
Storseisundet is the highest of the bridges and gives an amazing view over the fjords and mountains which appear to rise from the sea. Accompanying viaducts and several causeways complete the impressive route, originally planned as a railway line as early as the 1920s. It began life as a toll road, but raised so much revenue in its first few years that it was paid off by 1999 and the tolls were lifted. It has been used as the backdrop for various commercials and is listed as a site of cultural heritage in Norway.
3. Bergen to Oslo
From a tiny stretch of road to an epic journey, the route from the ferry port of Bergen to the Norwegian capital Oslo spans a vast 800 miles. It takes in the very best of Norway’s scenic majesty, from coastal fjords and rocky islands to the verdant forests which adorn the country. There are numerous beautiful towns to stop off at along the route, and there are many fine restaurants, wildlife preserves and coastal destinations to break the journey.
1. Estoril Coast Drive
One of the less-heralded drives on our list, but no less impressive than many, is the charming coastal drive across the Estoril Coast in Southern Iberia. Bound by the Atlantic Ocean, the drive begins close to the capital, Lisbon, and wends its way inland towards Sintra and its mountain ranges.
Sintra itself is a charming town, featuring the remarkable Pena Palace, built in the 19th century and boasting some of the finest architecture in all of Portugal. The region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While the town itself and the approach roads can be very crowded, the coastal drive at Estoril and the first part of the route are particularly charming and afford lovely views out to the Atlantic.
1. Transfagarasan Highway
Romania has just one entry on our list, but what a remarkable road. In 2009, the Transfagarasan Highway was acclaimed by Top Gear as the world’s best road, even surpassing the high Alpine routes and Italy’s famous Stelvio Pass. Originally built as a military route, the road climbs to over 2,000 metres and is topped only by the nearby Transalpina highway.
The highway itself is a curiosity, with uneven surfacing in places and is far less well maintained that the epic routes of Switzerland and Austria, but the clever design, astonishing mountain views and classic stop off points more than make up for any shortcomings in the surface. Balea Lake is rightly acclaimed as offering one of Europe’s most photogenic views, while the road passes by waterfalls and through amazing tunnels that are carved into the mountains. The Highway stretches for more than 150 km all told, with the true pass really beginning at the village of Capatenii Pamantului, where visitors can see the castle which inspired the Dracula legends.
The road rises through a gorge and then enters a series of switchbacks and hairpins that all of the classic Alpine roads appear to possess. From here the road takes you across another major landmark, the Vidraru Dam which allows amazing views both of the mountains and the lake below. As you continue your journey northwards, the weather begins to have an impact and the terrain opens out to leave you with a breathtaking scene of the fantastic twists and turns that lie ahead. The descent through the valley takes around 45 minutes at a leisurely pace, and allows for some superlative views.
As with the other great roads on our list, we recommend traversing the Transfagarasan Highway early in the day and out of tourist season if possible. The road can become very crowded with tourists and coaches passing through to enjoy the sumptuous scenery that Romania has on offer. It is also quieter in the evenings, when the sunsets over the mountains are a sight to behold. The road opens for the season in June, is closed in the winter months, but can stay open as late as November, depending on the weather.
1. Klausen Pass
Rising to a shade under 2,000 metres, the Klausen Pass is a beautiful road stretching around 46 kilometres in the Swiss Alps between the towns of Linthal and Altdorf. Routes across the pass date back nearly a thousand years, with the current road established by 1899.
Setting off from Altdorf, the route passes through several communities in the Schachen Valley and ascends to its most noted point of interest, a chapel known as the Bruder-Klaus-Kapelle built in 1938 on the ruins of an 18th century religious building. The road is excellent to drive and offers amazing views of the Swiss mountains all around. Due to its location, it is usually closed throughout the winter and early spring, opening in May and shutting down by mid October. Snowfall can be deep and treacherous, and even leads to the annual closure of the Hotel Passhohe, which lies at 1,850 metres.
The route is twisting and beautiful in equal measure, with wide curves to enjoy. If you’re fortunate enough to be in the region when the Klausenrunnen takes place, you can enjoy the sight of vintage cars hurtling through the mountains. This event was last staged in 2013 and is scheduled to be competed again in 2017.
2. Albula Pass
One of Switzerland’s highest and most dramatic routes takes motorists over the Albula Pass, which soars to more than 2,300 metres. It links various places in the canton of Graubünden in the Albula Alps, and stretches across 31 km in its longest route. The road is noted for its tight corners and twisting runs at its height. Snow and ice again make this very treacherous, and the pass is only open in the months from June to October.
With its asphalt services and narrow sections, the pass is renowned for its less than friendly conditions. If you approach it carefully, you won’t have any real difficulty, but there are several very steep sections in and out of the valleys, and caution should be taken. It remains relatively unspoiled, and is fantastic for photography and enjoying the long sweeping vistas across the mountains. You can also see the various long viaduct bridges that carry the passenger and freight railway through the valleys.
3. Furka Pass
This legendary Swiss pass was brought to worldwide fame thanks to its role in the James Bond movie Goldfinger, during which Bond chased an adversary across the twists and turns of the high Alpine trail.
Sited close to Andermatt in the central Swiss Alps, the pass rises to 2,429 metres and connects Gletsch in the Valais region with Realp in the canton of Uri. It offers long, sweeping sections interspersed with tight switchbacks and tricky corners. It is cut right into the valley face, and the road can occasionally be filled with debris, so be careful when driving. The surface is otherwise excellent, however, and a thrill to drive in good conditions.
As you approach the top, you can stop and admire the Rhone Glacier, which is just a few minutes walk from the pass itself. There’s the iconic Hotel Belvedere to see, and at the very top there’s a tiny lake and a rock strewn landscape, which looks very strange in contrast to the majestic mountains around.
The descent is steep and often narrow, and far less fun to drive, but as you get close to the bottom and the railway line through the region, the road becomes very straight for several kilometres, which is where you can open up the throttle once again. As with many Swiss routes, beware of ice and heavy rainfall, which can leave the surface quite treacherous. Despite the perils, however, the Furka Pass may just be the most iconic and greatest road that Switzerland has to offer.
While the UK doesn’t have as many dramatic vistas and sheer mountains that central Europe has to offer, there are still great drives to enjoy. We’ve picked out a few that show off the scenic British landscapes and offer drivers a superb experience.
1. Cat and Fiddle, Peak District
Named after the pub at its summit which is a haven for bikers and thirsty motorists, this 20 kilometre stretch of road across the Peak District National Park is one of the most thrilling to drive in all of the UK. It’s especially popular with bikers thanks to its sweeping curves and open countryside. The road has been restricted to 50 mph in recent years to cut down accidents, but it remains a really fun experience and showcases some of the fabulous rolling British countryside that the region is famed for.
2. Llanberis Pass, Snowdonia
Possibly the finest driving road in Wales, the Llanberis Pass offers a fantastic drive through the highest peaks of Snowdonia. The 12 mile stretch begins at the charming village of Capel Curig, and ascends through a tree-lined trail past expansive lakeside views and rolling mountainsides. The steep ascent begins once you turn onto the A4086 and head for the main part of the pass.
The road opens up to offer some amazing views of Llanberis and then switches into tight turns and sharp bends as you descend the other side. Passing through Nant Peris and the village of Llanberis itself, the road then sweeps through glorious farmland towards its eventual end at the World Heritage Site of Caernarvon.

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Terrific choice. From this neighborhood you can go and explore Amsterdam, the nation's capital. You're bound to meet some local characters out of the 750,000 residents who call this place home. Duivendrecht is only 7 miles to the east of Schiphol Airport. If you're heading to Duivendrecht from the center of Amsterdam, you'll have to travel 4 miles to the southeast.
Be sure to visit Muiderslot and Academic Medical Centre. These tourist attractions are not far away! Don't ignore Heineken Music Hall and Ziggo Dome. And finally, Amstel Business Park and Oost are two local neighborhoods you might want to make your way over to.
Be sure to spend time at Artis and National Maritime Museum while you're touring around the center of the city. Nemo Science Museum and Hortus Botanicus are two more choices.
Exhausted after a long day? Take time to kick back and relax at Eye Film Institute, Heineken Experience, Holland Casino and Hollandsche Manege.
The cultural places, such as Boom Chicago and Museumplein, have to be seen!
Hermitage Amsterdam, Rembrandt House Museum, Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum are perfect for art lovers. View the collections or just take five in the calm surroundings.
Keeping an eye out for something to do on a rainy day? Tropenmuseum, Dutch Resistance Museum, Jewish Historical Museum and Willet-Holthuysen Museum boast a variety of interesting exhibits.
Bimhuis Theater, Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, Royal Theater Carre and Stopera are known for putting on a range of live shows. It's best to pre-book your passes.
Public Library, Amsterdam Chinatown, Madame Tussauds and Theater Tuschinski are some top child-friendly attractions. Keep your little ones engaged while you take a rest.
Are your kids getting bored and restless? Give them an opportunity to let loose for a few hours at Lovers Powerzone, Knijn Bowling and Zuiderbad.
Get outdoors and immerse yourself in the picturesque natural areas of Singel, Emperor's Canal and Prinsengracht.
Grab a coffee and make your way to one of the nearby parks, such as Oosterpark, Sarphatipark, Amstelpark and Begijnhof. Some time out from the hustle and bustle is always worthwhile.
Dappermarkt, Waterlooplein, Waterlooplein Flea Market and Flower Market are great places to do some bargain hunting.
Oosterkerk, Jewish Historical Museum, Skinny Bridge and Blauwbrug are bound to impress visitors with an interest in history. Do some research before, so you can fully appreciate these important places.
If you're interested in different religions, you ought to check out St. Nicholas Church, Zuiderkerk, The Old Church and De Duif.
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Excellent examples of the high-quality accommodation options in Duivendrecht are the InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam, Professor Tulpplein 1, and the Amsterdam Boutique Apartments, Singel 401. If those don't fit the bill, why not check out the Amsterdam Wiechmann Hotel, at Prinsengracht 328-332, and the Hotel des Arts, at Rokin 154, two of the cheaper options in town.


text: Shya came to us via our groomer, Stefanie's Doggie Detailing of Fortuna. One of her clients reluctantly gave her up due to her grand mal seizures. The family just couldn't handle the therapy and meds any longer. Dean & Shannon decided at her age that's it's best she live her life out as one of their family. She is best friends with their 4yr old 165lb Mascot Harlequin Great Dane Skyy and has a younger boytoy Sanctuary Pom who is 10yrs old named Anakin. What a lucky girl!

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A “historical wrong” has been corrected by the government, Union minister Prakash Javadekar said while briefing reporters after the Cabinet meeting. In 2016, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced the resettlement package for those PoK families who had settled in Jammu and Kashmir after partition on separate occasions. Families from PoK but had settled outside Jammu and Kashmir were left out of the package, Javadekar said.These families had later resettled in Jammu and Kashmir.
Now 5,300 such families have been included in the resettlement package, he said. The grant of Rs 2,000 crore was approved by the Union Cabinet in 2016 to provide “enhanced financial aid to 36,384 families, who are mostly living in Jammu region after their displacement from PoK post-Independence.” Each of these families were to get around Rs 5.5 lakh as aid, an senior government official said adding that the money will be directly transferred to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries. The Jammu and Kashmir government will have a share of Rs 308 per family, according to MHA.
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I’ve had a pretty good morning. I had a lot of work to get done and nothing makes work go by faster than having really awesome music to listen to. 🙂 I was tuned in to Spinn’s show on Bassdrive and not only did he have an awesome guest mix from dbAudio but his show was just really enjoyable to listen to.
It’s so corny when you say this out loud but it’s totally true, when you mix for an audience it is your responsibility to take them on a “journey.” You kinda have to know your audience and make sure you stay afloat. When you’re mixing at a club you kinda cater your set to the time you’re playing. Opening a show at 9pm and playing all angry white boy dnb probably isn’t the best thing.
In actuality you can play whatever the fuck you want but I’m just talking from a listener’s point of view. I am always in awe of people that can play for multiple hours like that. Spinn’s show is 3 hours long. Dang. (My friend Jessica says dang all the time and it’s just funny to use that word cuz it’s definitely filed in the nerdy word folder along with yowza) If i’m in the mood I can mix for 3 hours but I couldn’t see myself doing it every week. Props to all the superstars that have perfected that art.
Spinn has been playing so many hot tracks and unfortunately I’ve been running round the office and haven’t been able to jot them down in my ultimate nerd notebook. Go to his website and catch the archive if you wanna hear three hours of goodness.
I managed to write this one down though. Good stuff. Bassface Sascha & Franksen – Promised Land.
I can’t believe I manage to post mixes everyday. Thanks to Breaksblog and DnB Share for assisting me with that task. I try my hardest to post mixes that don’t suck. I actually listen to way more random mixes than I post but I wanna make sure they aren’t crap before I post them so it’s usually a lot easier to go with mixes by the usual suspects than just post some random ish and have you go “what the hell is she doing?” I check tracklists a lot. I’m enough of a dnb fan that most of the time if the tracks are good I can ignore the trainwrecking. But… I’m human like everyone else so I’d rather not hear clangalanging in my ear.
All this is leading up to me posting a mix that I haven’t already listened to. 🙂 I hope it’s good. I’ve got no clue who this dude is but I like the tracklist and all this summer jam talk over the past week has made me wanna hear poolside cocktail anthems.
Going home to see my mum. Have a good weekend.
01. Soulproof – Whisper In My Ear (Fokuz, 2006)
02. D.Kay – Baleric Dreams (Soul:R, 2002)
03. M.I.S.T. – Jam Hot (Soul:R, 2003)
04. High Contrast – St. Ives (Hospital, 2004)
05. Sonic – Right Now (Soul:R, 2002)
06. M.I.S.T. & Dj Marky (feat. XRS) – Sunshine (Touch Me) (Soul:R, 2002)
07. Dj Marky & XRS – LK (Instrumental Mix) (V Recordings, 2002)
08. Sonic & Silver – Under The Sun (Soul:R, 2002)
09. M.I.S.T. (feat. Jenna G) – Lover (Soul:R, 2002)
10. The Funktastics – Lies In Paradise (Spin, 2007)
11. Lynx – Distance Zero (Deep Soul Music, 2007)
12. Bcee & Lomax – One Year On (Innerground, 2007)
13. Drumagick – Night In Tunisia (Vinyl Vibes, 2006)
14. Bungle – 25th Floor (Dj Marky & Bungle VIP Mix) (Innerground, 2007)
15. Makoto – Eastern Dub (Part 2) (Good Looking, 2007)
16. Ghostface Killah & Neyo – Back Like That (Dj Marky & Bungle Remix) (Bootleg, 2007)
17. The Funktastics – Girls Say Haaaa! (Spin, 2007)
Happy Birthday Ju Ju

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I want to build a new RAID in my Server based on Board S2600STB.
I planed this configuration:
into Slot 2 PCIe* 3.0 x (x16 electrical) handled by CPU2:
GRAID SupremeRAID SR-1000 up to 8 NVMe SSDs, PCIe 3.0 x16
into both Slots:
Slot 2 PCIe* 3.0 x (x16 electrical) handled by CPU2 (riser capable)
Slot 6 PCIe* 3.0 x (x16 electrical) handled by CPU1 (riser capable)
a Delock PCIe 4.0 x16 Card 4 x internal NVMe M.2 Key M – Bifurcation
and equip them with 4 SSD NVMe M.2 Kingston KC3000 2TB
The Delock Cards need the Bifurcation support of the Mainboard/BIOS.
The Bios shows this options.
Did anyone of You have some experience with this expansion?
Many thanks for any feed back!
Thank you for reaching Intel Communities. I will gladly help you.
I would like to let you know that Intel only provides support for the Intel RAID and Storage products used with validated Intel® Server Products and hardware. Please use the Compatibility Hardware Tool to find compatible devices such as hard disk or SSD that has been validated for your setup/configuration: https://servertools.intel.com/sct/component-to-system
Please note that Delock* is not in the list of vendors supported by the Intel® Server Board S2600ST Family.
However, if you prefer to set up the components that you mentioned above, might be possible for other Intel Communities users to help you setting up your system.


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You have to pay taxes to the government; hence, you have to know the rules and regulation to avoid overpaying the taxes for this is a great expense to avoid. You have to ensure that you seek advice on the tax payment to know the rules so that you can avoid the double taxation or the treaty benefit. There are professionals who handle the tax law case; hence, you need to seek advice from the best experts to avoid the expenses of paying extra taxes, as a company and this can be a great loss. There are law firms such as the THEVOZ attorneys that has the international tax law cases, you have to ensure that you find the best professional for best services to avoid double taxation. In this article, there are tips to consider when choosing the best attorney for tax law legal services from the best law firm this include.
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Colin Farrell and Toni Collette Join ‘Fright Night’ cast
I’ve personally been dying to see the latest Colin Farrell film and for me to say that is a big whoopin’ deal, considering he’s never particularly impressed me. However, when my Blu-Ray of The Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus arrived from Netflix, I was kind of peeved to find that it wouldn’t play for some reason. I am still waiting on my replacement. But the vivid imagery in the preview along with the fact that it was Heath Ledger‘s last movie made me want to see it anyway.
While Farrell‘s latest efforts have all been indie films like the aforementioned Dr. Parnassus, Heat Vision reports he has most recently signed on for the remake of the 1985 horror flick, Fright Night. Farrell will play the role of Jerry, a vampire who preys upon people in the neighborhood, and will star along side Toni Collette (The United States of Tara) and Anton Yelchin (Star Trek). The film supposedly sticks to the original concept, with a young boy (Yelchin) convinced that his neighbor is a vampire (Farrell), though his mother (Collette) won’t believe him.
Blah blah blah. Frankly, reporting this news only makes me want to go into another rant about how no one is coming up with anything original anymore! We have remakes of almost EVERYTHING in the works right now, including Russell Brand supposedly starring in a remake of Drop Dead Fred. Is it really that impossible to come up with a new idea or concept? And what really gets me is that huge names (like Collette and Farrell) are getting involved in these projects. It’s only encouraging the lack of creativity in Hollywood right now, and I really wish someone would pay more attention to the writers who are slaving away to create something fresh and new.Did You Enjoy this Post? Subscribe to Hollywood Hills on Facebook, Twitter, & Email

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Along this path, entire tree’s rooting systems are stripped way back, from the countless trekking of mortals up and down the Glen River banks. Long sinuous limbs stretch intertwined across the woody floor. In places it appears as if the Picts had been at work weaving Celtic patterns out of these living limbs, which disappear and re-appear like half carved things of an earthly whole. Or Midas, (son of Gordias, not the golden one) having borne out the ancient oracle at last, (the oracle of Telmissus, missus, not the later one, its not borne out yet, perhaps cra, weedavie, or marymac for whom I uphold her tinder-flint analogy,) sat for years weaving Gordian knots, to tether wooden things in celebration of an end to aimless wandering.
Its impressive how these limbs suffer such abuse and still pulse water up their height, to the leafy tips at furthest reach. It is difficult not to imagine them coming alive, like the ones in the rugby/Guiness ads?, animated in fury and rebellion, but no, they stand in their rooting, arms raised to the heavens in their quiet nobility, indifferent to us, Midas and taciturnists both, and our ignoble freedoms.

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Leroy McClendon, an assistant basketball coach and recruiter a
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) _ Leroy McClendon, an assistant basketball coach and recruiter at Vanderbilt, died Saturday of an apparent heart attack. He was 52.
McClendon, who had been on vacation with his family in Pigeon Forge, was pronounced dead at 4 a.m. at Sevier Medical Center.
″He loved it. I really think he did,″ Vanderbilt Athletic Director Roy Kramer said of McClendon’s enthusiasm for the job.
McClendon came to Vanderbilt last summer from Texas, where he had been an assistant coach since 1982. From 1979 to 1982, he was an assistant coach at Alabama.
″I’ve never met anyone who didn’t like Leroy or who even thought they might not like him,″ said Dot Deathridge, the Vanderbilt basketball secretary.
McClendon had intended after the vacation to go on the road for six weeks in search of Vanderbilt prospects, Ms. Deathridge said.
McClendon underwent tests last fall when he complained of chests pains.
Funeral arrangments were incomplete.


Duquennoy, Simon and Wirström, Niklas and Dunkels, Adam (2011) Demo: Snap – Rapid Sensornet Deployment with a Sensornet Appstore. In: International Conference on Embedded Networked Sensor Systems (ACM SenSys 2011), 2011, Seattle, WA, USA.
Despite ease of deployment being seen as a primary advantage of sensor networks, deployment remains difficult. We present Snap, a system for rapid sensornet deployment that allows sensor networks to be deployed, positioned, and reprogrammed through a sensornet appstore. Snap uses a smartphone interface that uses QR codes for node identification, a map interface for node positioning, and dynamic loading of applications on the nodes. Snap nodes run the Contiki operating system and its low-power IPv6 network stack that provides direct access from nodes to the smartphone application. We demonstrate rapid sensor node deployment, identification, positioning, and node reprogramming within seconds, over a multi-hop sensornet routing path with a WiFi-connected smartphone.
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Helsinki Legal History Series, Spring 2024
The details of the forthcoming series can be found here
More information about the past and upcoming individual seminars on the EuroStorie website or through EuroStorie’s social media channels.
When: Tuesday, 28 November 2023, 3:00pm-4:30pm (UTC+3).
Where: Porthania Building, Faculty Room P545, University of Helsinki. You can also join us online via Zoom:
Title of the lecture: Money, Markets and Merit: The Legal and Economic Thought of Leonardus Lessius
Meeting ID: 629 0901 4431

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Cushman and Gillett Coauthor Paper on Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Cognition
- By Jennifer Nachbur
A new study co-authored by University of Vermont Professor of Medicine Mary Cushman, M.D., and medical student Sarah Gillett, Ph.D., links cardiovascular risk factors and cognitive impairment. Using the American Heart Association's Life's Simple 7 metric of modifiable health behaviors and factors that can improve cardiovascular health, the researchers examined participants in the REasons for Geographic And Racial Differences in Stroke (REGARDS) study and found that, compared with low cardiovascular health, intermediate and high levels of health were both associated with lower incidence of cognitive impairment.
The study appears in the June 11, 2014 Journal of the American Heart Association. Cushman is senior author and Gillett is second author. First author is Evan Thacker, Ph.D., of the Department of Health Science at Brigham Young University.
In collaboration with other REGARDS investigators, Gillett developed the definition for cognitive impairment used for the study while completing her Ph.D. at UVM. Her method involved a three‐test measure of verbal learning, memory, and fluency obtained a mean of four years after baseline to identify incident cognitive impairment. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention describes cognitive impairment as characterized by having "trouble remembering, learning new things, concentrating, or making decisions that affect their everyday life."
“In this prospective cohort study, we studied the association of cardiovascular health to future cognitive impairment in REGARDS participants aged 45+ who had normal global cognitive status at baseline and no history of stroke," says Gillett.
The researchers calculated each REGARDS participant's baseline Life's Simple 7 score – a range of 0 to 14 – based on smoking, diet, physical activity, body mass index, blood pressure, total cholesterol, and fasting glucose.
“Those in the top two thirds of cardiovascular health – as determined by Life’s Simple 7 scores – had a 35 percent lower risk of becoming cognitively impaired. The association was consistent across region of the U.S. and race," says Cushman. "These findings demonstrate the important link between cardiovascular and brain health.”
The study's authors were able to demonstrate that achieving even an intermediate level of cardiovascular health appears to significantly reduce incidence of cognitive impairment.
About the REGARDS Study
REGARDS is a population‐based observational cohort study of 30,239 adults aged 45 and above at baseline, enrolled between January 2003 and October 2007. The cohort is 55 percent women, 45 percent men, 42 percent blacks, 58 percent whites, 56 percent residents of stroke belt states (Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee), and 44 percent of residents of the other 40 continental United States.

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At the UC Santa Cruz Bionics Lab, comic books and engineering collide.
Lab engineers have recently built a prototype of a robotic suit that could improve physical therapy and enhance the strength of disabled patients.
“The medical applications of the prototype have a huge impact on people, so we”ve focused mainly on those,” said Jacob Rosen, a professor of computer engineering at UCSC and the director of the lab.
Rosen envisions the robot helping stroke patients regain lost movement in their arms through physical therapy. The suit”s robotic arms would guide a patient through specific exercises designed by physical therapists. The engineers are collaborating with therapists to develop exercise programs.
“We can make the robot move to certain spots with specific speeds, but we don”t know how to heal patients,” said Levi Miller, a graduate student in Rosen”s lab who worked on the suit. “That”s what the physical therapists help us with.”
The UCSC engineers also plan to combine their robotic suit with virtual reality environments to create a more entertaining way for patients to do physical therapy. Instead of just repeating exercises, users could play games in a simulated world, such as painting the inside of a giant ball or floating in outer space.
“People often get bored doing repetitive tasks and stop doing them,” Miller said. “The goal would be to make exercise more of a game than a chore.”
To wear the robotic coat, users slip their arms into two shiny red appendages that jut out from the wall at the Bionics Lab. Each robotic arm mimics shoulder, elbow and wrist joints using seven different electric motors.
With the mechanical joints, the robotic suit can produce 95 percent of a human arm”s natural motions. The only thing the robotic arm can”t do is shrug, said Miller.
This wide range of movement is a first for robotic arms, Rosen said.
Soon, users will move the robot based on signals from their bodies. The engineers plan to stick non-invasive sensors on the user”s skin to detect the electrical signals that race from their brain to their muscles. These signals spark a muscle”s movement.
There is a natural delay between the arrival of the signals and muscle contraction. The robot”s computers will use this delay to predict how the user will move next.
“These sensors will determine where you plan to move before you start,” Miller said.
Rosen has previously developed this muscle mind-reading technology in simpler versions of his robotic suit. To predict the myriad ways this more complex suit can move, the engineers are developing better computer programs.
Next on Rosen”s list is a set of robotic legs that will allow people to walk while carrying massive weights. But building a robot that can walk currently requires prohibitively large, heavy motors.
“The question is how to build a light walking system like the one our bodies use when we walk,” Rosen said.
Contact Michael Torrice at 429-2436 or firstname.lastname@example.org


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Exploring the archives
The university archives, located in the basement of the library, contain information and artifacts from the history of Wilfrid Laurier University dating back to its origins a century ago.
The archives and special collections reading room is open to both students and the public. Many students have used the reading room for researching for their school assignments, but Julia Hendry, head of archives and special collections, hopes that students will venture into the archives simply to learn more about Laurier’s past.
“We have a lot of neat stuff that documents the student experience,” said Hendry, who believes that students would enjoy their extensive photo and video collections more than anything.
On top of photos and videos, the archives contain student and faculty papers, minutes, reports and bound copies of The Cord.
The archives recently acquired a collection of artifacts from different periods in Laurier’s history. Alumni have contributed old apparel and memorabilia including beanie hats, college coats and a large stuffed golden hawk.
“I think my favourite thing that came in was a woman’s garter she would have worn at her wedding,” said Hendry. “It was purple and gold and said ‘WLU’ on it.”
The archives are currently sponsoring an essay-writing contest in honour of the university’s centennial. The contest is open to all Laurier undergraduate students and invites them to write about WLU history.
“It’s a 1000-to-1500-word essay on any aspect of the history of the university,” Hendry explained. She added that conducting primary research at the archives is not a requirement, but she encourages it nonetheless. The archives website suggests topics including the 1929 decision to admit women to the school, depression-era student life and the 1971 student strike.
First prize for the contest is $750, and separate prizes exist for runner-up and the top writers from first-year and the women and gender studies program
The Archives also recently compiled a series of web videos based on Laurier’s history. The videos feature Winter Carnival, the history of the Laurier Golden Hawk, and Shinerama.
These videos can be found online at www.youtube.com/laurierarchives.

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The impact of the Economic crisis in the West on the worldwide yachting market
Originally, following on from the US subprime crisis we had founded our concept of offering to Asians, who were not being affected by a similar crisis in their own respective countries, the possibility of taking advantage of the high number of sale down and re-possessions of assets occurring in the West. Just as previously the West had taken advantage of the depressed markets in Asia during the 1997 Asian Crisis, this time around Asians themselves could take advantage of the crisis unfolding in the West.
Initially we had not expected the crisis in the West to last more than 2 to 3 years. However, the slowdown and crisis in Western economies has persisted largely unabated with the market for yachts being one of the first victims to suffer in a downward spiral that shows little sign of recovery anytime soon.
Growth in Western countries remains very low. The indebtedness of the States led the Governments to exercise an increased tax pressure on the wealthy people and to chase by any means tax evasion. It started by chasing the external signs of wealth amongst which the ownership of a yacht come first.
Do you know that in Italy for instance, 44% of the 40 000 luxury boats owners filed a tax return with an alleged yearly income of less than 22 000 Euros i.e. about 30000 USD ? When you relate this range of income with the purchase price of a yacht and its maintenance costs you notice obviously that something is wrong!
Therefore the first priority of most of the Governments, in their income hunting and their political obligation of justice between the tax payers has been and continue to be the targeting of yacht owners.
Added to the already huge maintenance costs of yachts in Europe in particular, this situation and the measures taken by the politicians have dramatically affected the yacht market.
On the first hand market, you may know that a number of reputable yards have moved from one recovery plan to another over the past years, two major Yards, Ferreti (Italian Yard) and Sunseeker (British Yard) having been eventually purchased in 2012 and 2013 respectively by two Chinese Companies. More than mere acquisitions: those deals are highly emblematic and precursor of how and where the future of the Yachting industry in the next few years will evolve.
In the pre-owned market, the crisis, although not as visible, is even deeper. Even the various statistics on the increasing delays and rising stocks of yachts in the West give an imperfect view on the reality of the situation. Only a continual frequenting of pontoons and marinas, a daily observation of the market, successive negotiations and deal making allow one to truly measure and take full advantage of the impact of the crisis in the yacht market in the West. This is what we are all about, and do best at Yachts Asia Buyers.


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One of the most exciting games in the genre, and one that many players look forward to while visiting the casinos in the area is the Andar Bazaar game. The unique feature of this game is that it allows players to be able to play a game in which they can purchase goods from other players and then sell them back to the dealer. The more goods you buy and sell, the higher your winnings. In addition, there are many other interesting features of this game as well.
This particular game is a combination of luck and skill. The luck aspect of the game comes from how you choose what cards you are going to “buy”, and at what price. This is done by examining the reactions of other players in the crowd. However, there is much skill involved as well.
In order to be successful in this game, you must first learn the basics. It is best that players start out by taking the traditional route of playing the traditional game of bazaar. If this does not work, they may want to try out the alternative game of bazaar bust.
The player will need to select bazaar cards that are acceptable for the amount of money that the player is willing to spend, and at the right price. They will then go to the market in search of goods to buy from other players. The key to playing Andar Bazaar successfully is being able to discern what others are bidding. The result of this analysis is that the player is able to determine how much money they should pay for each card. This is the essence of playing the game correctly.
In addition to being able to make good choices regarding how to spend their money, the player must be able to gauge the reactions of other players. This is even more important in the case of Andar Bazaar. Those who know how to play the game and play it well will usually get lucky on the bazaar. The exception to this rule could occur if a particular player seems to be getting a higher number of bids than expected. The player should not allow this to hold them back when it comes to playing their game.
When playing traditional games such as poker, the rules are pretty much laid out for the player to see. In the case of Andar Bazaar, however, it becomes necessary for players to know some strategies to play the game better. Casino games are notorious for the huge amount of bluffing that takes place during game play. It is up to the smart player to watch for the signs of people who are trying to rig the game in their favor.
Knowing how to play and bahar casino game can also help you to learn some tips about playing the game in other casinos as well. Playing in other casinos can be helpful if you have a friend or relative who is familiar with playing the game. A good tip for learning how to play and bahar is to bet small amounts to start with so that you can get a feel of whether or not the game is for you. You should only place a small bet on each of the four bazaars you will visit. If you are losing all of your money at the first two or three bazaars then you should probably look into playing at a different online casino.
While playing this game, it is also important to remember to drink lots of water. When drinking water you will be eliminating toxins from your body and you will also increase your chances of being able to detect a rigged bid. In the Andar bazaar bust game players will notice that there is often a lot of tension between dealers. It may seem like bazaar is a simple game but you must remember that all the bazaar dealer’s in the game are working for the same set of people. You need to find out what everyone else is bidding on and try to steal the winnings of the other players. If you can do this successfully then you should have no problem walking away with the most money at the end of the night.

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Turkey on Monday confirmed 1,443 new cases of the novel coronavirus, bringing the country’s tally to date to 259,692.
On Twitter, Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said 743 patients recovered from COVID-19 over the past day, pushing the total number of recoveries to 237,908.
Meanwhile, the death toll in the country reached 6,139, as 18 more people lost their lives.
Healthcare professionals did 95,943 more tests to diagnose the virus over the last 24 hours, bringing the tally to more than 6.4 million.
Since it originated in China last December, the coronavirus pandemic has claimed nearly 810,000 lives in 188 countries and regions. The US, Brazil, India, and Russia are currently the worst-hit countries.
Nearly 23.5 million COVID-19 cases have been reported worldwide, with recoveries exceeding 15.16 million, according to figures compiled by the US’ Johns Hopkins University.
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In case you didn’t see this, food prices, gasoline, are climbing at record paces!
The President is saying we may see problems with our food supply this fall!
Who isn’t asking how did this happen when just a couple/few years ago we were doing SO well? We were the largest exporter of Oil. Now we are paying to have it imported and we are selling oil from our Strategic Reserves. That is BAD news folks!


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Robotry Inc., a solution brand in STEM learning, announced launched DIY set packages that make you create moving paper robots developed on 5 basic robot mechanisms.
A robot is a machine that moves automatically. For the first step of learning it, it is necessary to understand the machine’s structure and movement. ROBOTRY will help you know them in a fun way.
According to ROBOTRY officials, as users assemble like 3D puzzles, they will learn 5 basic robot mechanics because the moving paper robots are built on the core concepts of robotics, mechanics, and engineering.
Simply turning a handle, connected to the internal structure, makes a different movement following the mechanism of each Robot.
“There are several sets given the level, you can even get them with a discount now on Amazon!”

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2 inches at mid-mountain and 6 inches on the upper mountain over the past 24 hours. 25 inches on the upper mountain over the past 5 days.
Jackson Hole's official snow report shows 169 inches at mid-mountain and 235 inches on the upper mountain so far this season and a base depth of 56 and 75 inches.
Our internal analysis has the snowpack currently sitting at 78% compared to the 30-year average.
12 of 13 lifts. 109 of 133 trails. Latest updates.
We have 6 inches on the upper mountain on Wednesday morning and it will only get better as the day goes on! Moderate to periods of heavy snowfall will deliver an additional 4-8 inches of light and fluffy pow through Wednesday afternoon, with light snow continuing to fall through Wednesday night. Enjoy!
We'll catch a break on Thursday as dry conditions move into the Cowboy State. Look for partly sunny skies and temperatures in the teens.
Friday - Saturday
Following the break on Thursday, we could see one more quick wave of light to moderate snowfall on Friday and into Saturday. This would provide us with more soft turns for Saturday morning, with temperatures in the teens to low 20s each day.
Looking further ahead, yet another wave of moderate to potentially heavy snowfall will take aim for the Tetons by late Sunday and into Monday. We'll then continue to be right on the edge of the storm track through much of next week.
As always, keep an eye on our 1-10 day forecast for Jackson Hole and right here for the latest updates.
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text: The kittens are all purring tonight! What a sweet sound. Spouse and I just finished putting in eye drops and giving Kelly some extra nourishment. I tucked all the babies in with their mama and she began to nurse them and purr loudly. Then she jumped out and away from them for a few minutes, but the purring continued. Kelly always purrs as she nurses her kittens and tonight I heard THEM purring for the first time. It might not be the first time they've made that contented noise, but I'd not heard it before now. I've read that kittens have the ability to purr after the first two or three days but it's hardly audible to the human ear. My babies have reached another milestone! Purr....fect.


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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.’s (RCL - Free Report) adjusted second-quarter 2013 earnings of 23 cents per share surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 10 cents as well as the year-ago level of 3 cents.
Earnings in the quarter were also significantly higher than the management’s guidance range of 10 cents -15 cents per share. The company’s efficient cost controlling measures and year-over-year improvement in revenue drove the earnings during the quarter.
Total revenue in the quarter increased 3.4% year over year to $1.88 billion, but fell short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.89 billion by 0.6%. Higher net yields and increased Onboard and other revenues backed the year-over-year rise in top line during the quarter.
Net yields increased 2.8% year over year on a constant-currency basis. Higher onboard spending and better pricing drove the net yields during the quarter.
With the revival of the North American business, the company’s onboard and other revenues increased 5.6% year over year to $516.1 million. Royal Caribbean has taken a series of revitalization initiatives to improve its onboard revenues which has already started to pay off.
However, the company’s occupancy rate decreased 110 basis points (bps) to 103.0% in the second quarter. In the first half of 2013, Royal Caribbean faced bad publicity following the fire at its Grandeur of the Seas ship in May 2013. This incident has also led to a decline in the company’s booking pattern.
Net cruise costs (NCC), excluding fuel increased 2.3% on a constant-currency basis which was much lower than the year-ago level of 8.3% and the company’s guidance of 3%. Royal Caribbean’s initiatives to boost profit and cost effective efforts have helped reduce the cruise costs offsetting the adverse impact of the Grandeur fire. NCC, excluding fuel cost and impact of Grandeur fire, was 1.5% during the quarter.
Total cruise operating expenses increased 2.1% year over year to $1.32 billion mainly due to a 7.4% rise in onboard and other expenses and 3% increase in food expenses, offset by 2.3% decline in fuel costs.
For the third quarter of 2013, Royal Caribbean expects its earnings to range between $1.60 and $1.70 per share (including the Grandeur fire effect). With the rise in onboard revenues, net yields are expected to increase 1%–2% in constant-currency basis in the third quarter. Ticket yields are projected to be flat to up 1.5%.
Excluding fuel expenses, NCC is also estimated to increase 4% in constant currency. Royal Caribbean is expected to incur higher costs in the third quarter due to its marketing activities and culinary improvement program. Fuel costs are estimated to be $219 million per metric ton.
Full-Year 2013 Outlook Lowered
Royal Caribbean has reduced its earnings per share guidance for 2013 on a reported basis. Management expects earnings in the range of $2.20–$2.30, down from the previous estimate of $2.30–$2.50.
The company has initiated a new profitability program for boosting its margin and return on invested capital. For this reason, Royal Caribbean is expected to face a one-time cost which in turn will adversely impact earnings.
At constant currency, net revenue yield is expected to increase 2%–3% down from 2%–4%. The company is facing strict competitive pricing environment in the Caribbean for the past few quarters. Moreover, the geo-political conflict between Japan and China regarding the disputed islands in East China Sea will affect the company’s itineraries and yields. Considering these factors, the company has also reduced its ticket revenues guidance by 90 bps for the second half of 2013.
Royal Caribbean expects the yield to be low for Asia in 2013 due to geopolitical concerns in the region. Yields are expected to be high in Europe and South America. In 2013, net ticket yields will be up in mid-single digits in Europe. Royal Caribbean expects its booking pattern and pricing to improve as the year progresses and to be strong in the first quarter of 2014. The U.S. market is showing healthy signs in terms of bookings.
In constant currency, NCC excluding fuel costs is projected to increase 1%–2%, down from 2%–3%. Royal Caribbean continues to gain from its cost saving efforts.
The company has reduced its fuel expenses guidance to $923 million per metric ton down from $928 million, owing to the company’s energy saving measures.
Following the implementation of the company’s profitability improvement program, the company’s yield is expected to be high and cost to be flat in 2014.
Although this Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) company has succeeded to record higher earnings growth with its cost containment efforts, it will take time to completely recover from the effect of the Grandeur fire accident. Moreover, higher costs due to deployment changes and several marketing activities remain major causes of concern. In addition to these, China-Japan conflict continues to bother the company.
Another cruise operator, Carnival Corporation (CCL - Free Report) is recovering at a modest pace from the Costa disaster last January; as it faces one accident after another. Even if Carnival’s second-quarter fiscal 2013 earnings were ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate it was below the year-ago quarter’s earnings. Lower revenues combined with higher cruise costs were responsible for the year-over-year decline in earnings.
Some other stocks in the entertainment industry that are expected to perform well include Cedar Fair, L.P. (FUN - Free Report) and Ambassadors Group Inc. . While Cedar Fair carries a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), Ambassadors holds Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

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Last month Birmingham City Council published its Snow Hill Masterplan.
This is an ambitious plan to transform a large part of the city centre, stretching from the Council House to Lancaster Circus, which includes Snow Hill station, Victoria Law Courts and the Children's Hospital.
A major part of the plan is to extend the central business district with a number of new office buildings around the railway station.
This caused both journalists and politicians to label it as Birmingham's Canary Wharf. The comparison is crass and misguided on two levels.
First, Birmingham's frequently-repeated aspiration to be like London, or better, is a sad reaction to its long in-built sense of inferiority.
It compares itself to the capital, a pointless exercise which is bound to fail. It would be better to learn from other provincial cities overseas with progressive ideas.
Secondly, it is a comparison made with the wrong part of London. Councillor John Clancy wrote a very strongly worded riposte in this newspaper, asking why on Earth Birmingham wished to emulate a district which is the location of the financial incompetence, greed and arrogance which caused the current economic recession.
One can make a similar objection from an urban design perspective. Why, in the historic centre of Birmingham, should we want to emulate a jumped-up, opportunistic piece of out-of-town development built on disused dockland?
The quality of its environment, over-scaled and overbearing, lacking in urban character, is not one which a city centre should want to copy.
If we were wanting to build Birmingham in the image of London, which is a futile goal anyway, a much more appropriate place to choose would be the new and emerging King's Cross, a much more intelligently planned and responsive urban environment.
Better still would be to examine what is good about the Victorian and Edwardian townscape of the adjacent Colmore Estate between Colmore Row and St Paul's Square, a grid-iron of characterful, midrise buildings, with a mixture of economic uses: and then produce a 21st century counterpart to that historic conservation area.
There are bold proposals in the masterplan for remodelling Snow Hill station: demolishing part of the multi-storey car park that squats above the station, creating a new concourse, bringing daylight down to the platforms, and adding new buildings and facilities.
This is a classic example of Birmingham hoping to get it right the second time around, just as it is doing with New Street Station and the Inner Ring Road.
After the Victorian Snow Hill station and Great Western Hotel were demolished in the 1970s, no comprehensive plan was made for the station's redevelopment.
Instead, pragmatic approvals were given for office blocks to be built at the more valuable Colmore Row end, with no thought given to how these would prevent any further development on the rest of the site.
A basement railway station of reduced size was built underneath a multi-storey car park, which created a squalid and inhospitable environment at platform level, with an illegible entrance into the station from Colmore Row.
Just as at New Street station in the 1960s, the rebuilding of Snow Hill station in the 1980s, shaped by shortsighted commercial imperatives, lost all the grandeur and sense of the importance of the public realm that had been achieved by the railway companies in the 19th century. Better to get it right the second time around than not at all.
But to succeed, it will require a consistent prioritisation of public space and utility over private business interests. The masterplan has the increase of high quality office space as a major target, and proposes a massive additional 2.1 million sq ft be built.
The development of Grade A office space is not enough by itself to ensure that a distinctive, legible and enjoyable urban townscape results. The present Snow Hill station is an object lesson in this respect.
However, the provision of grade A offices is of course not incompatible with the production of a high-quality public realm.
Many fine 19th century cities were created by the growth of business and industry. King's Cross and Brindleyplace are modern examples of how excellent working conditions and an excellent public realm can be mutually supportive.
The masterplan document is very oriented towards promoting business interests: it is after all produced by the city council in partnership with the Colmore Business Improvement District.
The writing occasionally descends to ghastly business-speak: it refers at one point to the "heritage offer" of the area. Another section specifies "a world–class visitor and user experience". Could anyone define what that is?
The masterplan aims to continue the correction of another major mistake of the 20th century, the severing of the city centre by the Inner Ring Road – in this case by Great Charles Street Queensway. It proposes the downgrading of the Queensway (I would call it an upgrading myself), turning Great Charles Street from a dual-carriageway highway into a tree-lined boulevard.
At the northern extremity of the masterplan area, the complete redesign of Lancaster Circus is proposed, including the removal of the A38 flyover.
All this revisionism is admirable, and very welcome. But it raises an intriguing question. Would Birmingham have such ambition today for upgrading its quality had it not made such disastrous mistakes with its planning in the 1950s and 60s?
The Herbert Manzoni period of municipal planning (1935-63) and the post-Manzoni period produced the severance of the Inner Ring Road, the domination of urban space by the motor car, indiscriminate comprehensive redevelopment which destroyed whole districts, the multiplication of mass-produced blocks of council flats, and disregard for historic architecture.
These mistakes the city council is now energetically trying to correct (with some exceptions).
But maybe it was necessary and inevitable that this wrongheaded period had to happen, as part of a great dialectical historical process, in order for us to get to where we are now.
But let's not feel too superior, until we see that we really have succeeded in getting it right the second time around.
Joe Holyoak is an architect and urban designer based in Birmingham


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Every summer Americans celebrate the anniversary of our nation’s birth on July 4th. On this day in 1776 the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence, a revolutionary document that established our independence from British rule and changed the course of our country.
During this historic time in our nation the industrial revolution began. Once we learned the techniques of mass production in manufacturing products, the American economy boomed, and the American way of life completely changed once again. What was once a mostly rural way of life became a more urbanized developed lifestyle.
It gives Central Metal Fabricators joy to recognize our nation’s independence and strong revolutionary history in which we still hold of value within our company today. We remember the sacrifice and the willingness to try the unknown our young country withheld. We are proud to continue to work in an industry that propelled our nation forward in its early days.
During this national holiday, we at Central Metal Fabricators look back at our history to acknowledge where we’ve been while looking towards our future- in strive to continue our country’s great legacy.
We wish you and yours a Happy Fourth Of July with the request to recall all our country’s sacrifices, challenges, and willingness to overcome the obstacles which led it to become the world leader it is today. Happy Birthday, America!


I would like to replace the arduino nano with a 40Mhz transducer
The wiring I am unsure about. I do not know if GND needs to be tied from the opamp supply and the transducer?
No you don't.The scope has its probe in a not calibrated state.
a) The opamp claims 1Mhz bandwidth
No it doesn't, not the way you're thinking. Read more carefully. It says 1 MHz unity gain bandwidth, also known as the gain-bandwidth product.In order to get the actual bandwidth of your configuration, you need to divide the GBP by your gain.In this case, 1 MHz / 10,000 gain = 100 Hz bandwidth.You either need to cascade your op amp stages to get the bandwidth you want (http://www.eevblog.com/2014/01/25/eevblog-572-cascading-opamps-for-increased-bandwidth/), or get a much higher bandwidth op amp.
I need to cascade 6 1Mhz opamps
Get rid of the coupling cap.


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State revenues from all sources totaled $380.2 million in March, the Kansas Department of Revenue reported last week, which was $18.6 million below expectation but $19 million more than March 2010.
Revenue Secretary Nick Jordan said fiscal 2011 collections hit $4.03 billion. Total tax collections since July 1 are $361 million more than the same period of fiscal 2010, Jordan said.
Jordan said tax revenue in fiscal 2011 is $25.8 million below expectations.
“We are coming in a bit below estimates for the year, so we know that Kansans are still struggling. That’s why it’s important to maintain our focus on a pro-growth agenda to further help businesses and people in Kansas,” Jordan said. “Still, year-to-date revenues are ahead of last year and that is a positive step for the Kansas economy.”
Total general fund collections of $397.1 million in the first nine months of fiscal 2011 were 11% above 2010.
The Legislative Budget Board noted that sales tax revenues are a concern. Collections for the fiscal year are $9 million less than expected in the official revenue forecast.
The sales tax has generated $1.47 billion in the first nine months of the fiscal year, less than the $1.48 billion expected. Sales tax collections in the same period of fiscal 2010 totaled $1.25 billion.
The individual income tax has generated $1.75 billion in fiscal 2011, slightly above expectations and almost $100 million more than the same period of 2010.
Sales tax collections in March were $7 million less than expected for the month and $9 million less than predicted in fiscal 2011. The state sales-tax rate went to 6.3% from 5.3% on July 1, 2010.
The Revenue Estimating Conference will meet this week to consider revising its official outlook for revenue in fiscal 2012 and the remainder of fiscal 2011. The April estimate will be used by lawmakers to develop the final budget bill for fiscal 2012.


With under two weeks to go until the National Badminton League (NBL) begins, tickets are now on general sale for the historic opening night.
The NBL starts on 6 October and will be the UK's first ever national badminton league featuring six franchise teams. Team 'MK Badminton' will kick off at their new home venue, thecentre:mk in Middleton Hall.
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They will play each other once before a one-day knockout competition sees the top four teams battle for the inaugural title in June 2015.
The NBL will make live, elite badminton more accessible than ever with ticket prices starting at £5 for children and £8 for adults. Matches last for two-and-a-half hours and are a great value night out for all the family.
A family ticket is available for 13 of the 15 regular season fixtures starting at £28, giving fans of all ages the chance to get behind their favourite players and brand new teams.
Former England star and Olympic Silver medallist Nathan Robertson has described the historic league as “a game changer for our sport” while the modifications to the rules mean games will be faster than ever.
The monthly evening matches offer five thrilling events which will see new rules exclusive to the NBL:
• A brand new scoring system - best of five games and first to nine points
• In-play features include a 'PowerPlay' point
• Time-outs and substitutions to add to the match-night entertainment
• No interruption to games, meaning non-stop badminton for 2½ hours
The NBL will be shown exclusively live on Sky Sports in the UK and Ireland.
It will also be shown live to over 10 million homes in 16 countries including Malaysia, Indonesia and Australia through an exclusive deal with Eurosport Asia-Pacific.
The six founding NBL badminton teams competing to be the first ever NBL champions include Olympians, Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games stars and world championship medallists.
The six teams and venues are:
Birmingham Lions – The National Indoor Arena (NIA) and The Great Hall, University of Birmingham
Team Derby – The Derby Arena
Loughborough Sport – Sir David Wallace Arena, Loughborough University
MK Badminton – The Centre:MK
University of Nottingham – Albert Hall Conference Centre
Surrey Smashers – Surrey Sports Park, Surrey University
Chris Adcock, the Commonwealth Games mixed doubles gold medallist champion, will lead University of Nottingham after the midlands’ outfit won a tight bidding war for the Englishman during the inaugural auction in June.
“It is such a privilege to be a part of this great new league which I am hoping really changes the way people see our sport,” said Adcock.
“The league will be fresh and innovative and it has been a long time coming. As players, we can't wait for the new challenge.
“Competing for my hometown of Nottingham is an honour for me and I am hoping the matches attract a lot of interest from around the area.”
To buy tickets go to: http://nblbadminton.co.uk/tickets.html


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School is out, tourists are swarming the city, and there’s this little festival going on called Spoleto. Business should be booming, but a recent trip to Tourist Central, a.k.a. Market Street, revealed that things aren’t as busy as some businesses had hoped.
“We keep waiting to have the big rush,” says Casey Smith, a hostess at TBonz Gill and Grill, reflecting the concern of other F&B employees we spoke to.
Ben & Jerry’s employee Palmer Conrad says, “It hasn’t gotten crazy hectic this year.” He explains that the popular ice cream shop will occasionally have lines out the door — but the lines this year might last around 20 minutes, whereas last summer they were more likely to last two hours.


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module nineFebruary 28, 2022
Analyze articleFebruary 28, 2022
1. Why Netflix was a “disruptive innovation”? Discuss value propositions, resources, processes and revenue model of Netflix.2. Why Netflix was adopted as a new product? Discuss the reasons using various adoption and diffusion theories.You can use, but not limited to, the information provided in the following articles from Harvard Business Review:
- Data Can Enhance Creative Projects – Just Look at Netflix (Smith and Telang, 2018)
- Netflix and the Economics of Bundling (Smith and Telang, 2019)
- Reinventing your Business Model (Johnson and al., 2008) Ensure that your answer shows adequate understanding of the relevant concepts, theories and their applications. Use a variety of resources to write this report and include appropriate referencing in both the body of the report and a reference list at the end. Turnitin will be used to check the similarity of your report with web sources, journal articles and other student assignments.


09.11.2023 - 09.11.2023
in Buenos Aires (Argentina)
Join us at the KNX DAYS ARGENTINA Congress on November 9, 2023, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This event will take place at the Hotel Grand Brizo Buenos Aires, Ceibo Room.
The congress is dedicated to promoting energy efficiency through advanced technologies and intelligent systems. Our goal is to reduce energy consumption, minimize environmental impact, and enhance the quality of life for everyone. We'll be discussing the use of devices and systems that control and optimize energy use in areas like lighting, air conditioning, and other services. The aim is to cut operating costs, reduce the carbon footprint, and encourage sustainable practices in the construction and housing sector in Argentina.
Join us in shaping a more sustainable future. Save the date and be part of this important initiative.