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Its too expensive to warrant if you ask me. But I might be a cheapskate.
Where is Persona 5?
Well it's mostly ment to be used as a rental service.
I can understand not putting all the best stuff on this service at the beginning, but a good chunk of these games are already available on Steam too. Doesn't exactly tempt a PC gamer yet. I'll sub for at least two months when/if Bloodborne and Nioh show up on the list.
That's why you keep your ps3.You have the option to play them through a subscription service but you should only use it to demo the games or if you only plan to play it one time.
Kind of a shitty selection of games but to be fair, they're only starting so better to give them a chance at the very least. I for some reason was hoping to see Crash Bandicoot: N. Sane Trilogy there already.
minimum broadband speed?? i can only afford a 100mb/s, dont know if it's fast enough
I prefer physical discs only thank you very much.
Still 2 expensive. Almost 20 euro a month here in Belgium with no 99 dollar deals like America sometimes has for a whole year. Dumb mistake of Sony of only offering 99 dollar a year in the states only. Def not paying 20 euro a month
+500 ? the wii have +1000 games
Quality over quantity.
If Sony's pricing is anything like Nintendo's then they'd charge 99€ (from $99). I don't see this as a good deal, it feels overpriced and far too much money for a library of games that's so lacking.
Sony needs to do Netflix prices or around it.
I'm a little surprised it took them so long - building PS3 servers requires making superpowered PS3's in the form of blade server cards, basically PS3 farms, which are terribly overpriced due to the use of the now-deprecated CELL architecture. PS4 servers could be cobbled together with relatively PC-like parts, so the endeavour seems easier to achieve.
Good luck putting those discs into incompatible machines, or ones without a disc drive at all, like smartphones or tablets. The whole point of the service is to enjoy PlayStation games on non-PlayStation devices, so the medium here is irrelevant.
I used it for a month playing some ps3 games and I there wasn't any noticeable lag, i forgot I was streaming it most of the time. I might re-subscribe for a bit as there are some games on the list that I never got round to playing and its much easier than re setting up my ps3 and buying the games.
Either way this is great news for people who don't have access to Ps3/Ps4 as you can use it on PC
What are you talking about ?
Just think of Netflix over Blu-rays or DVDs. Most people in general are happy just watching a film/show streamed on TV or through the internet without a BD/DVD for an absolute high quality necessity.
I used to collect Blu-rays but gave up because the streaming services (and the other kind) are just so much more convenient overall for me.
Ahh. I got it. Thanks.
uhh... 99€ a year IS netflix price, even lower... it's less than 9€ a month...
The way I'd calculate it is weigh the cost of PS Now with the cost of the PS4+all the games that I WANT to play. But that's just me, I wouldn't consider the hundreds of games I'd never touch. Not saying it's a bad value either way though.
That's true. And that is a LOT of games. PS Now is really enticing, if only I had the money for it right now xD
I already have the recommended internet speed, just need to buy PS Now.


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Players hoping to play Palworld with their pals on other platforms will first need to know if it has crossplay. Here’s everything you need to know.
Palworld is launching into Early Access for Xbox and Steam at launch, allowing the developers to add a whole host of new features. Of course, launching for two different platforms has got fans wondering if there will be crossplay or even cross-platform progression. After all, the ability to play an action-packed Pokemon-like across Xbox and Steam is a dream come true. Unfortunately, for those hoping to hop into a server with their friends on another platform, the dream is not quite ready.
No, there is no crossplay functionality in Palworld at launch. You cannot play Palworld on Xbox Series X/S with someone on Steam and vice versa. This was confirmed via the developer’s official Discord FAQ. However, the developer plans to add crossplay to the game between all available platforms later on.
While the developer hasn’t confirmed an exact release date for crossplay integration into Palworld, users shouldn’t expect it any time soon. The game is releasing into Early Access on both Xbox and PC, meaning that there will be a slew of updates to core features beyond crossplay.
No, Palworld does not have cross-platform progression or cross-saves. You cannot transfer your save data from PC to Xbox and vice versa. Once again, the developer is planning on introducing a cross-save feature later on in the game’s development. However, there has been no confirmation of when this is coming.
That’s everything you need to know about crossplay and cross-platform progression in Palworld. For more guides just like this one, be sure to check out our Games Hub.

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How Bitcoin Bug Killed Largest ExchangeAdded: Wednesday, March 12th, 2014
Category: Recent Headlines Involving File Sharing > Current Events
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The market players agree that story behind the collapse of MtGox is almost unbelievable. How could a huge business not notice that assets worth millions of dollars had simply vanished?
It all happened due to a flaw in Bitcoin itself, compounded by MtGox’s implementation of the protocol and its bizarre internal practices. A situation was created where a hacker could convince the company to hand over money without even realizing what it was doing.
The trouble starts with an issue with Bitcoin known as “transaction malleability”. When a Bitcoin transaction is carried out, the account sending the money has to digitally sign the following information: the amount of Bitcoin sent, who it’s coming from, and where it’s going to. As a result of this operation, a unique transaction ID is generated from all of the data in the transaction.
However, some of the information required to generate the transaction ID came from the unsigned, insecure part of the transaction. This is why it appeared possible to alter the transaction ID without the sender’s permission. Although the crucial payment information was still securely signed, it could cause problems down the line if the sender was expecting the transaction to be performed under a particular ID.
In our case, it turns out that the website was expecting transactions to show up in the public ledger under the specific transaction ID it had recorded. If such transactions never showed up (because their ID were edited), the thief could complain that the transaction had failed, and the system automatically retried, sending out more Bitcoins.
As such, the transaction malleability is a flaw in the coins themselves, and it wasn’t the fault of the exchange that transactions could be renamed in that way. However, this flaw has been known about for the last three years and rendered harmless with software that could accurately report balances and transactions.
However, simply allowing some cyber currency to be stolen due to a bad implementation of the Bitcoin protocol would not be enough to crash MtGox. That collapse would also require serious lapses in how the exchange audited its accounts and how the company dealt with the financial trouble. And here the investigation paints a picture of an almost unbelievably lax approach to accounting.
It turned out that MtGox has allegedly never conducted a single audit of its customer deposits. Moreover, it seems that its CEO may have been the only one to have knowledge of how to actually tap the company’s cold storage. It is still not clear how this type of storage leak could have happened over a multi-year period without any knowledge on the part of the executives at the exchange.
It is also unknown how long MtGox had been operating without enough funds to pay every depositor. Taking into account that the transaction malleability issue was found in 2011, the thefts were likely to start around then.
The real trouble for the Bitcoin exchange began last summer, when the company suspended withdrawals in US dollars entirely for 2 weeks. Exchange users started pulling their money and Bitcoins out of the company, which eventually led to the company not having the Bitcoins to return deposits. At the time, MtGox held only 2,000 Bitcoin, while customer deposits totaled over 600,000. It was the moment when the company suspended Bitcoin and cash withdrawals. Few weeks later, MtGox CEO resigned from the Bitcoin Foundation, MtGox closed its website and filed for bankruptcy.
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|posted by (2014-03-13 06:57:29)|
|Probably a sign of times to come. I don't trust any digital currency, they're too volatile for my taste.|
|posted by (2014-03-13 08:42:27)|
|imo who cares about bit coin more hassel then good|
|MTGOX started out as "Magic The Gathering Online Exchange (MTGOX)." An online game company. How they transitioned to a currency exchange is dubious at best. Sorry folks, an MMPORG site w/ 300,000 players doesn't give one the creds to run a worldwide virtual currency exchange. Others haven't fared much better. Money is a serious business & the best of the best need to step up to protect us all. MTGOX was an inside job.|
|posted by (2014-03-14 02:48:13)|
|Incompetence and thievery are the actual causes, not the "bug". The bug didn't cause it all on its own without intervention. I wouldn't even say its a bug (a bug being defined as not behaving the way as intended), but incomplete protocol implementation.|
|posted by (2014-03-15 13:46:00)|
|And someone walked away with hundreds of millions of dollars. I'd be checking the people who resigned, companies who filed bankruptcy and just see how they are living. Sounds like just a modern version of a Ponzi scheme. The more things change, the more they stay the same. Just follow the money. If they know how it was done, then they can find where the money went. Unless of course, they don't want to. We already had one death because of this. Sounds more like the crash of 1929.|
|Anyone ever going to trust mtgox or the people behind it again lolz||
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Does Feinstein's 'Assault Weapon' Ban Cover All Semiautomatic Rifles?
Gun writer Alan Korwin, who blogs here, argues (in an email missive that does not seem to be online yet) that the "assault weapon" ban introduced by Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) last week effectively bans all semiautomatic rifles, not just the scary-looking, military-style ones. How so? Under her bill, a rifle that accepts a detachable magazine qualifies as an "assault weapon" if it has one or more of six features, including "a pistol grip." The bill defines a "pistol grip" as "a grip, a thumbhole stock, or any other characteristic that can function as a grip" (emphasis added). Therefore, Korwin says, "any semi-automatic firearm that exists, with anything on it you can grip, is banned."
Sound far-fetched? In testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee today, Independence Institute scholar (and Reason contributor) David Kopel noted:
The Feinstein bills outlaw any long gun that has a grip, or anything which can function as a grip. Of course, all guns have grips—or they couldn't be held in the hand to fire at all. While this means that some bills would presumptively ban nearly all semi-autos, the likely intent is to ban pistol-style grips.
If Feinstein's bill were enacted, of course, the courts might very well favor the statute's literal meaning over its "likely intent." In any case, Kopel seems to think this highly elastic definition of "pistol grip" was accidental, while Korwin calls it "very clever," because it means the bill covers a lot more guns than you might think at first glance. As I noted a few weeks ago, the National Rifle Association raised the same concern about the "pistol grip" definition based on an earlier version of Feinstein's bill, so this is a problem she could have fixed, assuming she viewed it as a problem.
If you accept Korwin's theory that ignorance, stupidity, or carelessness do not account for this aspect of Feinstein's bill, Appendix A, which lists more than 2,000 guns that are not covered by the ban, begins to make more sense. The list includes, for example, the fixed-stock Iver Johnson M-1 Carbine, which I happen to own (along with several of the "large capacity ammunition feeding devices" targeted by another provision of the bill). By Feinstein's reckoning, the exact same gun with an adjustable stock would be an "assault weapon," and therefore intolerably dangerous, although it is hard to see why. In any event, since my gun does not appear on Feinstein's list of 157 "assault weapons" banned by name and does not have anything that would ordinarily be described as a pistol grip or any of the other forbidden features*, there is no apparent reason to mention it at all, except to impress us with Feinstein's generosity. But if any "characteristic that can function as a grip" makes a gun an "assault weapon," my rifle (or new versions of it, since currently owned guns are grandfathered) would be banned had it not been included on the list of exempted firearms.
Kopel's testimony, by the way, is an excellent summary of the case against "assault weapon" bans and limits on magazine capacity that every member of Congress and every state legislator should be forced to read before voting on either.
*Correction: Actually, since Feinstein's forbidden features include a barrel shroud, my gun would have been deemed an "assault weapon" regardless of the "pistol grip" definition, had it not been listed in Appendix A. Why a barrel shroud is acceptable on this particular rifle but not on others is anyone's guess.


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Mariah Carey puts label rumours to bed and new music IS on the horizon
The announcement has put to rest rumors of a rift between her and Epic records.
Much to the delight of her legions of fans Mariah Carey will be releasing a new studio album this year. According to Variety.com the five-time grammy award winning actress will be teaming up once again with LA Reid who she collaborated with on 2005's The Emancipation of Mimi.
The self-proclaimed diva will begin recording the album this summer while she resumes her Las Vegas residency in July.
She's had a turbulent few months, she broke off her engagement with Australian billionaire James Packer amid infidelity rumours that surfaced during the filming of her E docuseries "Mariah's World".
Despite her personal trials and tribulations, we're excited to hear some new music. Mariah took to her personal twitter account to confirm the news;
— Mariah Carey (@MariahCarey) April 10, 2017

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The rest of the world’s going solar, and local, why not the USofA?
From the poorest parts of Africa and Asia to the most- developed regions in the U.S. and Europe, solar units such as Anand’s and small-scale wind and biomass generators promise to extend access to power to more people than ever before. In the developing world, they’re slashing costs in the process.
Across India and Africa, startups and mobile phone companies are developing so-called microgrids, in which stand- alone generators power clusters of homes and businesses in places where electric utilities have never operated.
In Europe, cooperatives are building their own generators and selling power back to the national or regional grid while information technology developers and phone companies are helping consumers reduce their power consumption and pay less for the electricity they do use.


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LANSING, Mich. – As the nation grieves the tragedy in Nashville, democratic lawmakers in Michigan are pointing to progress made in Lansing.
Before leaving for a 2-week spring break, the Michigan legislature made major headway on passing gun safety laws. That bill package includes safe storage, expanding background checks and red flag laws.
Senator Mallory McMorrow said the first two are as good as done. Just awaiting the governor’s signature.
But the third, having to do with red flag laws, will require more action from the Legislature once they return from break on April 11.
Red flag laws or extreme risk protection orders would allow family members and mental health professionals to petition for court orders to temporarily bar someone from owning or purchasing a firearm.
“We have seen that red flag laws are only as successful as there are buy-offs from law enforcement agencies and awareness about how to use them,” said McMorrow. “So we are just going through to make sure every detail is right before we pass the final version.”
Republicans have opposed the bills, arguing they would not have stopped the Michigan State University shooter.
Republican Senator Mike Webber said this on march 16: “I fear the bills before we make a lot of promises but will ultimately fall short of reducing gun violence in our state.”
McMorrow said red flag laws would have stopped the shooter in Nashville.
“We know that this shooter had family members who knew that this was an issue,” explained McMorrow. “That knew they were struggling with mental health issues who could have filed for an extreme risk protection order to ensure that they did not have firearms.”
We contacted Republicans for current comment today, but no one was available; as we mentioned, the Legislature is on break.


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Since the 1990s, researchers have investigated the rise in divorce rates in couples older than 50 years of age. Those studying it often position the trend against younger age groups that have seen divorce rates decline over the same period. Termed “gray divorce,” researchers at Bowling Green State University first identified the pattern in the early 2010s. In short, they noticed that couples married for several decades were now choosing to seek independent futures.
But why was this happening? And why is it continuing to happen?
While every situation is unique, these divorces seemed to contain numerous common contributing factors, including:
- Changing societal pressures: Historically, a marriage was seen as an all-in proposition. The union was literally “til death do us part.” As time went on, however, each generation seemed to see an increase of “children of divorce.” As those children aged and got married, they understood the reality of divorce. Over time, the societal norms have shifted. Recognizing a failing marriage and seeking to start anew is a viable option and the community no longer ostracized the divorced couple for their decision.
- Longer lifespans: With increases in medical technology, medicine and health awareness, individuals are living productive lives much longer than ever before. That said, a healthy, happy individual has more time to realize the marriage isn’t working. In short, remaining unhappy for another two- or three-decades past retirement is not an option.
- Easily find shared interests: The advent of the internet has changed the world. Now, people can seek individuals across the planet who share the same interests as them and the same desires for the future. In the past, the prospect of divorce was frightening because older individuals worried they’d never meet another soul mate again. Now, they can quickly become involved in shared interest groups anywhere in the world.
For these reasons, and many others, older adults have decided to end their marriages in record numbers. Once the children are grown and retirement has set in, more and more individuals are keen to start an entirely new phase of their lives. Often, this includes the end of one relationship and the start of a new one.


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(LONDON) — A Nautilus survey of nearly 2,000 seafarers and shipping industry leaders has found that barely 6 percent of seafarers have sufficient Internet connectivity for video calls when at sea, despite often being away from their families for months on end.
By comparison statistics show 91 percent of U.K. homes and 85 percent of European homes have broadband access, with the United Nations recently suggesting that access to the Internet should be a basic right, rather than a luxury. The findings emerged from a whitepaper due to be released by Nautilus at a seminar on June 30 to mark Seafarers Awareness Week (June 24-30).
The report also found despite nearly 88 percent of seafarers having some form of Internet access at sea, most have very limited speeds and at high costs.
In addition, only 57 percent of crew have personal email access and just one third have social media access at sea (34 percent), leaving the majority of seafarers isolated from friends and families. Nearly two-thirds of respondents (63 percent) also suggested they would consider moving companies if the new company provided better quality Internet.
Of the industry leaders surveyed, one in 10 admitted they don’t provide their employees with any access to the Internet (14 percent). The two biggest reasons given were fears crews would access illegal or adult content (83 percent) and the potentially high installation costs (83 percent). The survey also found that nearly two-thirds of respondents (58 percent) were concerned the provision would result in a distraction to work.
Nautilus has published the whitepaper to further raise awareness of the current communications provision for those living and working at sea which it will present to industry leaders, politicians and those working in the industry. The union is hoping that shipping companies will then act to provide Internet access to all which is free at the point of use.
"It’s shocking that in this day and age access to the Internet at sea is not viewed as a fundamental right," said Nautilus General Secretary Mark Dickinson. "At home we take this for granted and being able to contact anyone in the world at the touch of a button with devices in our pockets is fantastic. But why shouldn’t seafarers also be able to do this?
"We hope this survey will highlight just how poor connectivity is for our members. With very limited and regulated shore leave, increasing workloads, reduced crewing levels and reductions in the quality of social life on board, it’s essential for the well-being of all seafarers that we have free, high-speed Internet access. We hope the results of our survey will help to convince shipowners of the benefits of providing Internet access and explain how the costs and other counterarguments are outweighed by the positive impact of greater connectivity at sea."
This survey is part of Nautilus International’s campaign for crew communications.

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Working to improve the Health of Missouri Women, Infants and Children
Every month, more than 130,000 Missourians participate in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, commonly known as WIC. The program provides nutrition information and food assistance to pregnant women, new mothers, infants and children up to five years of age.
In Missouri, 42 percent of all the live births recorded from 2000 to 2005 were to mothers receiving WIC services to improve the birth outcome for themselves and their babies. The percentage of babies receiving WIC services during their first year of life increased to 55 percent of all infants born in Missouri.
"WIC's popularity with new parents rises from its variety of services and the accessibility of its friendly local clinics," says Dr. Lyn Konstant, bureau chief for the Missouri WIC program.

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DAVENPORT, FLA. — Atlanta-based MDH Partners has purchased 52 acres within Four Corners Business Park, an industrial campus located at the intersection of I-4 and U.S. Route 27 in Davenport, roughly 15 miles southwest of Orlando. MDH plans to develop three spec industrial buildings totaling 793,168 square feet at the site. The first two buildings, a 391,928-square-foot cross-dock building and a 112,580-square-foot rear-load building, are slated to begin construction immediately in time for a June 2016 occupancy. The third building, a 288,660-square-foot rear-load facility, will be ready for a late 2016 occupancy or is available earlier subject to potential build-to-suit opportunities. Lee Morris of Colliers International and Dave Buckner of Buckner Commercial Properties will jointly market the buildings for lease. JLL will provide property management on behalf of MDH.
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Attorney addresses NAMI group
When a family member needs mental health assistance but refuses any help, then the frustrated family seeks answers without stigma.
Tonight at 7 p.m. Cheryl Allen, Reno County Attorney's Office, is guest speaker at the monthly meeting of the National Alliance on Mental Health support group. Allen will give an overview of how the "care and treatment" process works – and how it doesn't – for people with mental illness.
Guests are welcome to the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, lower level, classroom F.


Jodhpur Gypsy Festival brings flamenco rhythms to Rajasthan
The Capital has not turned into an anvil yet, but music and dance coupled with the long weekend are always a good reason to step out of Delhi.
And that too to Rajasthan, for a rhythmic treat in the form the Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy Festival.
Bringing together gypsy artistes from places like Spain, Italy, Turkey and Rajasthan, the festival will showcase the evolution of flamenco and gypsy tradition.
A flamenco dancer performs as musicians provide the beats
The festival will also play new and progressive music written in collaboration, especially for the flamenco and gypsy fest.
“In its second year now, the three-day festival, which starts on April 3, honours the gypsy history of the region while breaking musical boundaries. It will create a fusion of melodies that will have the essence of the gypsy culture of Rajasthan at its core,” says Italian expat Roberto Nieddu, who is the managing and artistic director of the festival.
Nieddu, who has made India his home since 1993, has been working on this project since 2010, and it became a reality last year with the patronage of His Highness Maharaja Gaj Singh II.
“The focus is to create awareness about gypsies and their origins. Gypsies all around the world have this culture of music. This festival is a way to bring together gypsies from around the world on a single stage,” says Nieddu.
Three of the last year’s performers have also been invited to Germany for the Hellerau festival.
Nieddu will also be taking Rajasthan’s Langa community to the European country for the festival.
This year, the Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy Festival will see performances by Chano Dominguez, Javier Colina, Daniel Navarro, Karen Lugo and Augustin Carbonell ‘Bola’, among others.
Latin jazz pianist Dominguez makes flamenco-influenced music that often references his Andalusian roots, while young Colina is one of the best bassists in the current scene.
Flamenco dancer Navarro is known for his power of expression, while Lugo combines modern flamenco with traditional dances.
Creating a jazzy atmosphere into this traditional dance form is Bola, who comes from a family of flamenco dancers.
With over 40 artistes performing, the Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy Festival will combine rustic Rajasthani folk music with Spanish flamenco at Mehrangarh Fort in the ‘Sun City’ of India.


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AN EVENING OF KEVIN LYONS AND DC SHOES
“DC Shoes is pleased to announce the partnership with Brooklyn based artist KEVIN LYONS for it’s latest Artist Project. Marking the most extensive collaborative project to date for DC, the collection offers technical snowboard outerwear, a snowboard, street wear apparel, accessories and a skate shoe. It’s the first time Kevin Lyons has done a snowboard inspired collection and well worth a look!”
The full collection looks dope!
Being a snowboarder myself, it’s cool to see something a collection with a street wear influence and an illustrative twist!!
Check out the full collection HERE
The Unisex Mode will be covering the event on the 27th November – so watch this space!!

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Buckinghamshire is set to be hit with snow once again this winter, according to forecasters. The BBC's weather experts are predicting the county's only city will see the white stuff in the coming days.
A long-range forecast published today (Friday, January 13) predicted that Milton Keynes should expect snow as temperatures across the area drop to below-freezing. Lows of -2C are forecast for parts of next week.
The cold snap will mean a sharp drop in temperatures after highs of 11C tomorrow (Saturday, January 14). By Monday, January 16, the BBC says it'll be as cold as -1C in MK.
But it's on Tuesday, January 17 that we're expecting to see snow in the city. Lows of -2C are forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday, January 18.
The BBC says to expect "light snow showers and a gentle breeze" on Tuesday. This will be followed by "sunny intervals and a gentle breeze" the next day.
A BBC Weather spokesperson said: "Sunday will be a windy and cold day. Bright spells and a few showers are to be expected.
"Turning drier in the afternoon and winds easing overnight into Monday which will be a largely dry and fine day. Turning colder overnight into Tuesday with variable cloud, bright spells and the occasional wintry shower possible in places."


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Walk away from Brighton towards Hove along the seafront, the Meeting Place Cafe is on the border between the two. Great on a Sunday morning for watching everyone bike, blade and walk by and much better breakfasts than most of the overpriced fish restaurants along the front between here and the Pier. It's not that sophisticated (not a bad thing in Brighton) but the location's perfect.
Brighton & Hove Boundary, Kings Road, Brighton;
tel: 01273 206417;
Every evening around dusk thousands of starlings congregate and swarm in an amazing display over what was once the West Pier. Simply an incredible natural phenomenon. Best seen at sunset with a cold pint.
West Pier - the burnt out one on the beach;
Great hotel located on the front with a good view out to sea. Friendly staff, nice cocktails, comfortable beds and nice touches in the rooms.
Close proximity to the centre, Lanes, etc.
44 Marine Parade, Brighton;
tel: 01273 696934;
Best pub in Brighton. Perched on the end of the pier with portholes for windows, all manner of life is here: hardened drinkers and shell-suited daytrippers mingle with pale-ale drinking OAPs, fashion students and clubbers who haven't made it home yet. For sheer entertainment value (it's Brighton's only karaoke bar) it can't be beaten.
At the end of the Palace Pier.
The highlight of this trip is travelling on a wooden river boat through a reed filled waterway where loggerhead turtles live. You may or may not spot one in the water. Also on view are ancient rock tombs of the Lycian age at Kaunos. These resemble small temples carved out of sheer rock which housed the nobility and their belongings after death to await reincarnation. The lower orders were buried in less impressive surroundings below them.
Also worth doing - taking a mud bath, followed by a shower and a dip in a thermal bath afterwards.
And finally by boat again to Iztuzu or 'Turtle' beach, a beautiful expanse of white sand. You can dive into the Mediterranean on one side of the beach and swim in fresh water on the other. The beach is closed to public access at night to allow the turtles to breed there.
You can get there easily from the bigger centres such as Marmaris or Fethiye on an organised trip or from Dalyan itself. Most agencies offer it.
Likely to be one of the more popular festival options for the Glastonbury exiles heading overseas this year.
A combination of four-day festival, campsites practically on the beach plus after-show party on the beach on the fifth day, diverse European crowd, Spanish sunshine, numerous stages, a broad range of music genres, plus other contemporary arts such as film, theatre and fashion also represented, oh and did I mention the beach?!
Headliners for Summer 2006 include The Pixies, Depeche Mode, Morrissey, Scissor Sisters, however the big names seem to be in the minority, with the festival more in favour of championing more alternative artists to cater across the musical spectrum. With some quality bands and DJ talent performing, this year is guaranteed to be a stormer.
Benicassim is located on the Costa Azahar, one of Spain's less-developed Costas. About an hour north of Valencia and a couple of hours south of Barcelona, flight options are plentiful.
For kitesurfing lessons you should check out a new English run school 'Hi-Life Kitesurf School', who are based right on the beach and provide excellent tuition and services.
Hi-Life Kitesurf School - www.kite-surf-brazil.com
Mykonos's finest beach, for the views, quality of sand and the people: think transatlantic/European 20-, 30- and 40-somethings, style-conscious, but still relaxed. There are three coves, becoming more gay and secluded the further you go. Clamber over the rocks to the next beach and a stunning taverna where you can eat in a shady garden.
Elia is one of the most easterly beaches on the south coast. Takes about 20-30 minutes on a moped, and twice that long in the old fishing boats from Ornos;
At the end of a long, winding road through stunning mountain scenery is a little piece of Crete as it was in the 60s and 70s - but with electricity.
A traditional family-run taverna offering fresh food and four simple-but-comfortable balconied rooms, all with stunning views along one of the most picturesque and unspoilt coastlines in Europe.
Situated in a secluded bay and literally perched at the water's edge, you can fall asleep to the sound of the waves after a perfect meal of freshly caught and perfectly cooked fish and a carafe of local wine.
Perfect for those whose idea of nightlife is counting the stars, and who don’t need any water sports other than swimming and fishing.
Stavros & Vicky Peraki;
tel: (0030) 6937124600;
Egiali, at the top of the island, is extremely quiet and friendly with just a couple of shops and a handful of restaurants. There are decent rooms and a really good campsite to stay in, all within 5 minutes of a quiet beach with good swimming.
There is a lovely morning's triangular walk to the two nearest villages, Tholaria and Langada. Katarina restaurant in Langada serves THE BEST TARAMASALATA ON THE PLANET.
You can get boats directly from Piraeus to Katapola at the south of the island. Egiali Camping sends a minibus on spec and I'm sure a lot of the private rooms in Egiali do too. You can get the 'Skopelitis Express' from Naxos straight to Egiali, but it is slow.
Lovely town, despite being the capital. Stroll along the quayside in the evening and enjoy good and plentiful food at reasonable prices in the many tavernas.
In the day wander over to Loutsa beach (20 minutes easy walk). Nice bar, ice-cold beer and good beach food, sheltered cove providing good swimming. If you fancy something more substantial try Dennes (the Australian) which you pass going to or from the beach. Good food with lovely views towards Vathy.
You need a car to get to the lovely Skinos or Sarakiniko beaches. If you go to Skinos take the footpath over the hills to Gidaki beach on the east coast; a delightful walk with stunning views as you climb.
Bus service runs twice-daily between Kioni and Vathy (though not during school holidays), and taxis can be expensive, so it's best to hire your own transport.
A real caricature of a Greek beach village. Wide, clean, sandy beach. Good self-catering accommodation, limited choice in the Tavernas. Nothing doing, so just get there, slow down, then stop.
South-west of the island. Catch a bus from Kamares to Apollonia, and then a bus to Vathy, or get a taxi from Kamares harbour (about 10 euros);
North-west Crete - particularly the Apokoronos plain - is beautiful: good beaches with gorgeous views of the White Mountains. The national road makes travelling across the north of the island easy and safe. Good access to Xania, Rethymno, Heraklion and Knossos. Kalives, Almerida and Plaka all make good beach holiday bases. Or for somewhere more secluded go up into the mountain villages.
Crete is big enough to have plenty to offer: culture, historical sites, stunning gorges and mountains, and probably one of the best beaches ever at Elafonissi (south-west Crete, but it can be crowded at peak times).
Of all the Greek Islands visited we've found Cretans to be the friendliest and most hospitable people. Greeks are generally very friendly, but we found Cretans to be exceptionally so.
Nice stretch of coast a little bit to the west of the main city, Xania. Even though the touristy main drag can be very tacky, behind all of that is a long stretch of family-friendly beach and activities. About 800 metres across the bay is the island of Thedorou, with excellent scuba and snorkelling sites. 30 minutes' drive away are more sandy beaches and snorkelling coves. Overall, a great location for a holiday.
Conveniently close to Athens (a couple of hours on the boat from Piraeus), this island, like most of Greece, is laden with history and is a favourite destination for many artists. The Canadian bard, Leonard Cohen, has spent several years of his life writing music there, and owns an old house close to the small port.
The laidback coffee places by the seaside are great to spend lazy hours in and enjoy afternoons gazing out to the sea and the clear skies.
Note that cars are not allowed on this island so most of the moving about is done either on bicycles or donkeys.
Hydra is about 30 miles from Piraeus, which is where you can catch a boat or hydrofoil from. Journey time is about two hours. There is also a connection with the coast of Pelopenese via water taxi.
How to get there: www.hydradirect.com/info/gettingtohydra/gettingtohydra.htm;
More information: www.hydradirect.com
Do you like Mykonos, but want to avoid the crowds? Try Agios Stefanos for somewhere a bit quieter than Mykonos town. It’s a small beach area about 4kms north of the main town with a selection of accommodation styles (from the Kastro Hotel to Mamas Pension), its own general store and some very good beachfront bars and restaurants.
A good way to spend some time is to walk from Ag Stefanos to Mykonos for a long lunch and then walk back to Ag Stefanos for dinner overlooking the beach
Catch a bus from the airport (we did) to your accommodation. Taxis are also available to get around the island.
Hotel Kastro: tel: 2289 023176
Mamas Pension: 401 St. Stefanos Beach; tel: (0030) 22890 23262; email: email@example.com; www.mammas.coo.gr
General information: www.travel-to-mykonos.com/place.php?place_id=10
A typically Ionian, small pebble beach which looks unpromising. But as lunchtime approaches, a tiny beachside taverna opens up serving a menu of locally caught fish and fresh vegetables that changes every day.
Take the coastal path uphill from the village with fine views of the bay to your left. When the path runs out you'll find a track down to the beach.
A 3km-long stretch of fine white sandy beach approached through protected sand dunes and pine trees. Wonderful swimming and fishing. Strong tides.
South west coast of Cap Fréhel via D34a, close to the scallop fishing town of Erquy
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Professor Jon Stone
Consultant Neurologist and Honorary Professor of Neurology, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Scotland
Professor Jon Stone is Professor of Neurology at the University of Edinburgh and Consultant Neurologist with NHS Lothian.
Professor Stone has promoted new transparent, pragmatic and multidisciplinary approach to understanding, diagnosing and communicating Functional Neurological Disorders.
Historically, this has been a “no-man’s land” between neurology and psychiatry which represents the second commonest reason for a neurological referral.
In 2009 he made the first website for patients with FND at www.neurosymptoms.org which is now widely used across the world. He has published over 300 articles in the area including large cohort, mechanism and treatment studies. and led on new diagnostic criteria for FND in DSM-5 and ICD-11. He is the first Secretary and co-founder of the new international FND society (www.fndsociety.org).
His awards include the Jean Hunter prize from the Royal College of Physicians (2014), Royal College of Psychiatry President’s Medal (2017) and the Ted Burns Humanism in Neurology Award from the American Brain Foundation (2020).

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The answer to this question is in the positive. After a civil war, which cost the country over 200,000 lives, Liberia is surviving again as a beacon of democracy in a continent where democracy is receding as coups d’état increase.
First and most, the country has a two term limit for its president. It also has a 50 plus majority principle before a presidential candidate can be declared elected. This principle was applied to the full in its October elections. The incumbent, President Weah and his closest rival Bokai both had less than 50 percent of the votes. Since none of them had 50 percent plus of the votes, they had to go for a second round. The National Electoral Commission of Liberia declared Bokai the winner.
In a dramatic display of magnanimity President Weah accepted the results and made a phone call to congratulate president elect Bokai while calling for national reconciliation after serving only one term. This is a show case in democracy, especially if one compares it with the 2020 election between President Biden and outgoing president Trump. Up to today outgoing president Trump’s associates are questioning the verdict of the 2020 elections in the USA where a strange coup d’état was almost in the making if the vice president who had certified the result on 6th January 2021 were to succumb to the pressure of his party and the associates of the party of the outgoing president.
This Liberian example should be commended and emulated. He deserves the Mo Ibrahim Award.


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Everyone seems to be a bit Irish for St. Patrick’s Day, proper? On this aspect of the Atlantic, we rejoice with a New England boiled dinner of corned beef and cabbage. Our up to date model tweaks the traditional with the addition of delicately poached golden beets, tangy juniper berries, and a wholesome kick of horseradish. However change doesn’t imply now we have to lose native taste. In reality, Dublin-based chef Cúán Greene, who writes the Ómós Digest meals e-newsletter, affirms that bia bán (white meals) dishes are evolving.
Positive, Eire nonetheless loves its raisin-studded báirín breac (speckled loaf) and creamy mashed colcannon, however the conventional dietary dependence on potatoes, grains, dairy, and salted meats is shifting to freshly ingenious pairings and foraged elements. A brothy lima bean and sausage stew as comforting as cassoulet from a sixth technology farm in West Cork. Seaweed-crusted rack of lamb from the Dingle Cookery Faculty. Glenbeigh mussels steamed in chile-spiked coconut milk, impressed by a journey to Thailand. (Southeast Asian and African dishes are rising extra standard in multicultural cities like Dublin.)
We are able to’t wait to strive different seasonal recipes that includes the regional abundance of seafood: salmon confit with watercress remoulade, scallops paired with contemporary pea puree, crab bisque with a wholesome slug of Irish whiskey. Save room for brown bread ice cream with butterscotch sauce or a tea cake drizzled with brightly tart rose hip syrup from forager Oonagh O’Dwyer of Wild Kitchen in The Burren. And we’re positively topping off our celebration with an Irish coffee. Or two. Listed here are our favourite Irish recipes for all of your St. Patrick’s Day festivities.
A “bairín” was initially an oblong piece of wooden positioned in entrance of a horse-drawn cart’s wheels as a brake, and it’s additionally the form of the oblong loaf tin through which this brown bread is baked. Get the recipe >
At Gubbeen Farm, a 250-acre coastal plot of land in West Cork, an Irish twist on French cassoulet ends in a flavorful, brothy stew of lima beans and skinny Irish pork sausages. Get the recipe >
As soon as dwelling port for a well-known Irish pirate queen, Clare Island is now recognized for quite a lot of salmon that thrives in Clew Bay, off the Atlantic coast. At Dromoland Castle in County Clare, chef David McCann sources natural Clare Island salmon for his delicate, briny confit, which he pairs with a brightly tart watercress remoulade. Get the recipe >
Forager Oonagh O’Dwyer of Wild Kitchen hunts for the tiny rose hips that develop in hedgerows blanketing The Burren in County Clare. As soon as O’Dwyer has sufficient fruit of the canine rose (Rosa canina), she simmers them in a syrup that may be poured over ice cream, drizzled onto tea desserts, or added to cocktails. Get the recipe >
Mark Murphy, head of the Dingle Cookery Faculty in Eire, believes the lamb raised in Dingle to be among the world’s finest. “The meat has a slight salt taste,” he says, “because of the Atlantic sea breezes that blow throughout the peninsula,” the place the animals feed. Even in case you can’t get lamb from the supply, seaweed lends a delicate salinity to the dish. Get the recipe >
At Eire’s International Village, Martin Bealin and Nuala Cassidy pair native scallops with wild boar stomach. On this simplified model, they use pan-seared slices of chorizo for crispy, spicy distinction to the candy seafood and peas. Get the recipe >
Chef Martin Bealin makes use of each a part of the crustacean at International Village, together with the shells, which taste this wealthy, comforting bisque. An extended simmering of the shells ensures that the crab taste is pronounced in every spoonful, however in case you’d like, you can even use cooked crab meat to garnish the soup. Get the Recipe >
Sinéad Roche and Thomas Ashe of Ashe’s Bar and Restaurant have included flavors from their culinary travels by way of Thailand into this dish, marrying Southeast Asian elements with native Glenbeigh mussels, foraged from the rocky coast alongside Dingle Bay. Get the recipe >
Incorporating a Dingle staple—Irish brown bread—and a wealthy butterscotch topping, this ice cream has the comforting flavors of honey-drizzled toast in every chew. Get the recipe >
The SAVEUR check kitchen’s model of the traditional New England boiled dinner (and St. Patrick’s Day favourite) each honors the flavors of the unique and elevates the dish on the similar time. Get the recipe >
Go away it to the potato-loving Irish to dream up colcannon, spuds mashed with finely chopped cabbage and enriched with plenty of cream. Get the recipe >


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PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Doug McDermott, Creighton
McDermott showed the nation why he is very deserving of being the favorite for the National Player of the Year award as of today. He went for 19 points and four assists with a banged up shoulder in a win at DePaul on Wednesday and followed that up with a scintillating 35 points, seven boards and three assists in a win over Xavier in Omaha on Sunday afternoon.
Making his performance all the more impressive, McDermott did it in a week that Creighton found out that they would be without Grant Gibbs for a month after the senior point guard dislocated his kneecap. He’s been the best player in the country this season, and nothing about the way he played this week changes that.
That said, there were a number of terrific performances this week:
They were good, too:
- Wayne Selden, Kansas: Selden had a huge week for the Jayhawks, popping off for 24 points in a win at Oklahoma and followed that up with 22 points in blowout win over Kansas State at the Phog. What makes the performance all the more important for the Jayhawks is that they really, really need a go-to scorer on the perimeter. If Andrew Wiggins doesn’t want to be that guy, I’m sure Bill Self will be happy settling for Selden.
- Markel Brown, Oklahoma State: Brown went for 27 points in a win over Texas and followed that up by hitting the game-winning three as the Pokes avoided an upset at West Virginia. The most important part? Brown had his just three of his last 25 threes prior to the game-winner.
- Justin Cobbs, Cal: The Bears moved to 3-0 in the Pac-12 this week thanks to a road sweep of the Oregon schools. Cobbs was the star of the roadtrip, averaging 20.0 points, 10.0 assists and 5.5 boards in the two wins.
- Billy Baron, Canisius: Baron, who is playing at his third school right now, has been lighting it up in the MAAC this season. In wins over Rider and Monmouth last week, he averaged 32.0 points, 7.5 boards and 6.5 assists while shooting 9-for-19 from three and 61.3% from the floor. Oh, and he hit the game-winner against the Broncs.
- Shaq Goodwin, Memphis: The Tigers got beat-up in the paint by Cincinnati. The Tigers won two games on the road this week, at Louisville and at Temple, and Goodwin was a monster in the paint. He averaged 19.0 points and 9.5 boards, grabbing 10 offensive rebounds in the process.
The Hawkeyes picked up a massive win on Sunday afternoon, going into Columbus and knocked off No. 3 Ohio State in fairly convincing fashion. That came three days after the Hawkeyes beat up on Northwestern on a night where their head coach was suspended for an outburst that got him ejected the previous weekend.
At this point, it’s fair to say that Iowa is a legitimate contender for the Big Ten title. Are they better than Michigan State or Wisconsin? At this point, I think I would still say no. But the bottom line is that right now, this team has three losses to teams that, combined, have lost two games. Those losses have come by a combined 12 points. In all three games, Iowa had control at some point in the second half. They won at Ohio State. They almost won at Wisconsin despite their head coach’s best efforts to get tossed.
Iowa is deep. They are versatile. They have two of the nation’s most underrated players in Roy Devyn Marble and Aaron White. They’ve proven they can compete, and win, anywhere in the country. This is a dangerous basketball team.
They were good, too:
- Saint Louis: The Billikens improved to 15-2 on the season — 6-0 on the road — with wins at Rhode Island and Dayton. It looks like the Atlantic 10 title will end up running through Saint Louis again this season.
- Georgia: The Bulldogs have struggled for a long time under Mark Fox, but Georgia went 2-0 in the SEC this week, including a road win over then-No. 21 Missouri. Fox’s father passed away last Friday.
- Virginia: There aren’t many teams that were more disappointing in non-conference play than Virginia, but they are now 3-0 in the ACC. Last week, they whipped up on Wake Forest and N.C. State on the road.
- Nevada: Don’t look now, but the Wolf Pack are all alone atop the Mountain West right now at 4-0. They won at UNLV and beat Utah State this week.
- Washington: The Huskies went 2-0 in the Pac-12 this week, beating Utah and Colorado at home. The Colorado win was aided by the injury to Spencer Dinwiddie, but I’m not sure you’ll hear Lorenzo Romar complaining about getting a win.
Jan 28, 2015, 3:00 PM EST
Johnson was considering some other high major programs.
Jan 28, 2015, 1:27 PM EST
Can you guess who those two are?
Jan 28, 2015, 12:39 PM EST
Travis is a key piece for the Cardinal front court.
Jan 28, 2015, 11:17 AM EST
A thrilling top ten battle highlights the night.
Jan 28, 2015, 10:25 AM EST
You know what Michigan doesn’t need? More injuries.
Jan 28, 2015, 9:16 AM EST
We have heard Renardo Sidney say he is a changed man before. He explains why a two-year hiatus from basketball has changed him.
Late Night Snacks: Florida, Xavier, West Virginia earn good road wins; VCU rolls past George Washington
Jan 27, 2015, 11:35 PM EST
Xavier and West Virginia earned nice conference road wins while VCU rolled over George Washington.
Jan 27, 2015, 11:16 PM EST
Florida needed this win badly. Dorian Finney-Smith dunked them there.
Jan 27, 2015, 10:55 PM EST
Wyoming’s Riley Grabau banked in a buzzer-beater from long distance to end the first half against Utah State.
Jan 27, 2015, 10:15 PM EST
Virginia Tech’s Adam Smith is Tuesday night’s hero.
Jan 27, 2015, 7:15 PM EST
South Florida is still without its most productive player after after he went into the hospital with chest pains this weekend.
Jan 27, 2015, 6:00 PM EST
Colorado gets another guard in the 2016 class.
Akron to play second-annual ‘Purple Out’ in purple uniforms to help raise pancreatic cancer awareness
Jan 27, 2015, 5:00 PM EST
Akron is having its second-annual “Purple Out” against Ball State to help raise pancreatic cancer awareness.
Jan 27, 2015, 4:00 PM EST
You sometimes forget just how good some of the Duke guards were throughout the years. Here’s a reminder.
Jan 27, 2015, 3:33 PM EST
Hugh Greenwood made headlines last week for responding to an online troll.
Jan 27, 2015, 2:16 PM EST
Coach K is the best.
Jan 27, 2015, 1:40 PM EST
It should be an entertaining night for college hoops.
Jan 27, 2015, 12:00 PM EST
Can you guess who the most important player in program history was?
Jan 27, 2015, 10:59 AM EST
Justice started seven games this season.
Jan 27, 2015, 9:16 AM EST
DePaul may have to reschedule their trip to Providence.
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The Roman Catholic Church in South Africa urged the government Tuesday to suspend its nuclear power procurement plans until a referendum on the issue is held. The Justice and Peace Commission for the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference said in a statement the risks of adding nuclear energy to the national grid outweigh any economic benefits, according to South Africa’s Fin24.
"Although the probability of a nuclear accident is relatively low, the consequences of such an accident cause health hazards for thousands of people and render hundreds of kilometers of land uninhabitable and unsuitable for any use for decades,” said Bishop Abel Gabuza, chairperson of the commission. “The commission has therefore appealed to the government to urgently call for a nuclear referendum.”
Gabuza said the South African government, which is struggling with power shortages and an economic crisis, has yet to show evidence that nuclear procurement is affordable to the country and consumers. The Christian-majority nation should instead focus its efforts and financial resources on renewable energy, he added.
“Given the enormity of the risks that the South African government is asking its citizens to bear through the nuclear option, including the enormous safety risks and economic risks, it is only fair that the government directly consults its people on the matter,” Gabuza said in the statement Tuesday. “A referendum is the best instrument for realizing the common good on this important matter.”
The call to halt South Africa’s plans to boost nuclear power comes two days after the Department of Energy announced it had started the process. The department said Sunday it had given the green light to issue a request for proposals from the nuclear industry, which would go to the presidential cabinet for approval, according to South Africa’s Eyewitness News.
Africa’s most industrialized economy narrowly avoided a recession in the third quarter this year, posting 0.7 percent annualized growth compared to the previous quarter, when it shrank 1.3 percent. Gross domestic product is expected to expand 1.4 percent this year, according to the central bank, which would be the slowest pace since the 2009 recession. Meanwhile, credit rating agency Fitch downgraded South Africa to one notch above “junk” status earlier this month.
A major power deficit in South Africa is hampering economic growth. The state-owned power utility Eskom is struggling to stem energy shortages, which is costing private enterprises billions each month in lost production, revenue and waste. President Jacob Zuma’s administration plans to add 9,600 megawatts of nuclear energy to the strained national grid by 2030 to reduce its reliance on coal-fired power. But the price tag for the controversial build of the new plants is up to a whopping $100 billion, according to Bloomberg, which makes nuclear power a controversial option.
The Justice and Peace Commission for the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference said the government should look to Italy as a leading example. In June 2011, the Italian government held a similar referendum to poll its citizens on its plans to generate 25 percent of the country’s electricity from nuclear power by 2030. Well over 90 percent of voters rejected the plans for a return to nuclear power generation, the Guardian reported at the time.
“If our government truly believes that its nuclear decision is serving the best interests of the majority of South Africans, it should not be afraid to emulate the Italian example and open up the matter to a national referendum before the formal bidding process commences,” Gabuza said in the commission’s statement Tuesday, according to Fin24.


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The Court has approved the distribution of the net settlement funds to eligible Court-approved Claimants who qualified for an award under the Plan of Allocation. A distribution of funds has occurred on the following date/s:
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The information contained on this website is only a summary of certain information presented in more detail in the Notice of (i) Pendency of Class Action and Proposed Settlement; (ii) Settlement Fairness Hearing; and (iii) Motion for an Award of Attorneys’ Fees and Reimbursement of Litigation Expenses. Because this website is just a summary, you should review the Notice for additional details.
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On March 13, 2020, the Court approved the Settlement in the securities class action brought by Lead Plaintiffs on behalf of investors in Akorn, Inc. common stock alleging that the Defendants violated the federal securities laws. In exchange for mutual releases provided by the Plaintiffs, Defendants and Settlement Class, including release by the Settlement Class of any claims against the Defendants, the Settlement Class will receive recovery consisting of cash, Akorn common shares, and contingent value rights. In total, the Settlement will provide at least $27.5 million in recovery to the Settlement Class, as described in the Notice.
The Settlement Class consists of:
All persons and entities who, during the period from November 3, 2016 through January 8, 2019, inclusive (the “Class Period”), purchased or otherwise acquired the common stock of Akorn, Inc. (“Akorn” or the “Company”), and were damaged thereby (the “Settlement Class”)
To be eligible for a payment from the proceeds of the Settlement, you must be a member of the Settlement Class and you must have completed and returned the Claim Form with adequate supporting documentation. The Court-ordered deadline to submit a Claim Form was March 5, 2020. Although the deadline to submit Claim Forms has passed, Class Members may still submit claims, which will be deemed “late” and, as such, you will not be assured of receiving any recovery.
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Stories in Swedish will be read and afterwards guests are welcome to stay and enjoy the library. Colors and pencils are available for creative guests.
The Storyteller is Inga Birna Friðjónsdóttir. Inga grew up in Sweden and is a musician and fashion designer. She has worked within the creative field and taught artistic subjects in primary schools and community centers around Iceland. She currently makes music under her artist name Blankiflúr.

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Located in the Stari Grad district in central Belgrade, Hostel Lux Skadarlija offers free WiFi access. The hostel is just around the corner from the Skadarlija street, known for its traditional restaurants and cafés. The Republic Square is just a 3-minute walk away.
The hostel is air-conditioned and offers rooms and dormitories. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. The reception desk at Lux Skadarlija Hostel is staffed 24-hours a day, and there is also a shared kitchen and a common living room.
The property is 500 metres from the shopping street of Knez Mihailova, a pedestrianized zone which leads to Kalemegdan Park and Belgrade Fortress.
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Being a major late nineties film, the hype has been justifiably intense, but thankfully not as bad as I would have thought (we're not talking Star Wars for example). When I went to see it in the cinema, I was ready for a good film but nothing amazing. My expectations were shattered. Stunning visuals, amazing sounds, fantastic storyline. Even the acting surprised me - Keanu Reeves not being wooden (and this is the man who starred in A Walk in the Clouds, the worst film I've ever seen in the cinema). I must admit, the computer graphics did entrance me, but they complement rather than overwhelm the film in its entirety. The soundtrack rocks big time, being mostly heavy stuff (mmmmm). A fantastic piece of multimedia entertainment. If you've seen the film, or if you don't mind the plot being revealed, you could do worse than read my critique.
THE MATRIX (1999) USA, Colour, English language.
The official website contains all you would ever want to know about the film, having interviews with nearly everyone involved. There's also some nice goodies there that I recommend to you. Have a good look around. When it asks you for a password, I have a few to offer you: steak, geof, guns.

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Sound recordings and transcripts of interviews of Russian women, relating to social conditions for women over the course of
Soviet history. Used as the basis for the book edited by Barbara Alpern Engel and Anastasia Posadskaya,
A Revolution of Their Own: Voices of Women in Soviet History (Boulder, Colo., 1998).
Posadskaya was a visiting fellow at the Center for Russian, Central, and East European Studies at Rutgers University.
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Daniel Curry, a dancer in the Broadway musical “Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark,” was seriously injured during Thursday night’s performance when part of his leg was caught in a piece of the show’s technically elaborate equipment, according to two members of the production team.
One audience member, Melissa Kessler, said in an interview late Thursday night that Mr. Curry’s leg appeared pinned in a trap door that appeared to have closed shut. (The show uses automated equipment.) Mr. Curry began screaming, she said, and crew members took the stage to help him.
“The floor looked completely closed on his leg,” said Ms. Kessler, of Plainview, N.Y., who was attending the show with her husband and their two young sons. “They brought out a privacy screen and
a lot of people on stage started getting things going. A stretcher was brought out, they were using a saw to cut a hole in the stage floor. All we cared about was whether the actor was and would be O.K. We explained
it as simply and as carefully as we could to our kids.”
The performer, who played one of the nine “Spider-Man” dancers in the show, was freed quickly and taken to the hospital, according to the two members of the “Spider-Man” team, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized by the producers to divulge details.
Rick Miramontez, a spokesman for the show, said he did not have details about the severity of the injury or its cause, nor would he confirm the name of the actor because his family had not been notified.
The accident happened soon after the show’s second act had begun. The performance was halted, then canceled, and the Foxwoods Theater emptied.
The two members of the production team said they believed that either computerized equipment had malfunctioned or human error was to blame. A recent performance was canceled, just before it was to begin, because of problems with the computerized automation that controls the show’s massive set and special effects, the most extensive on Broadway.
“Spider-Man” was plagued by injuries during the first months of the show’s run, in late 2010 and early 2011. In December 2010 one performer, Christopher Tierney, fell more than 20 feet from a stage platform into the basement and sustained life-threatening injuries. An improperly attached safety tether contributed to his accident. Mr. Tierney recovered and returned to the show.
Since “Spider-Man” opened in June 2011, the show’s dancers and actors have had the usual share of minor injuries that are typical in Broadway musicals, but no severe accidents.


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I found this idea somewhere on the interweb recently and there are loads of similar ideas out there. Here is my version:
My apologies for the lousy photos, it wasn’t easy taking a pic of myself in the skirt in the bathroom mirror while balancing on a wonky stool.
I loved the original jeans but they’d gone all baggy on me so, instead of passing them on to someone else, I decided to try this. Next time I’ll cut off more of the denim but I’m happy with my first effort. I still have to take the waist in a bit, but after all the fiddling around I’ve decided it’s worth spending some time on and doing it properly. Going to use this tutorial.
The fabric I’ve used really is scrappy stuff – some are smaller sample pieces from a textile importer that I’ve sewn together first, the zebra is from a top I made about 20 years ago, the groovy blue/purple was in a box of scraps from a neighbour, and the pretty pink blossoms were also left over from a top. The handstitching on the back was just something to keep my hands occupied while I was watching the last episode of Endeavour, Season 8. Devastated to have come to the end of young Morse, I just loved this series.
I’ve been inspired to write this ScrapHappy post by Kate at Tall Tales from Chiconia. On the fifteenth of every month lots of people often publish a ScrapHappy post: Kate, Gun, Eva, Sue, Lynn, Lynda, Birthe, Turid, Susan, Cathy, Tracy, Claire, Jan, Moira, Sandra, Chris, Alys, Kerry, Claire, Jean, Jon, Hayley, Dawn, Gwen, Bekki, Sue L, Sunny, Kjerstin, Vera, Nanette, Ann, Dawn 2 , Bear, Noreen, Preeti, Edith and Jule
If you fancy joining, contact Kate at Chiconia and she’ll add you to the list. Any use of any type of scrap material is welcome.

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Sharing Genetic Test Results
Hester Hill Schnipper, LICSW, OSW-C Program Manager, Oncology Social Work
APRIL 04, 2017
One of the reasons to think carefully and clearly about genetic testing is the possible need to share the results with your family. Most people are partly motivated to have testing because of concerns about their children; we hope very much not to have passed on a genetic mutation (e.g. BRCA1 or BRCA2) that may put them at risk later in their lives. Many people, however, haven't given much thought to their extended families and the fact that, if the results are positive, there is a moral imperative to share the information.
Just because you haven't been in touch with your first cousin since you were in elementary school does not mean that you don't still share the genetic history. When personal/family histories are taken prior to genetic testing, the questions include those family branches. If you have testing, and I surely hope that you do, in a setting with genetic counselors, they will talk with you about this issue. Many places have form letters to share that you can edit and send if that turns out to be the simplest way to reach your relatives.
Thinking about sharing the information with your children is usually more straight-forward although it is smart not to burden them with this information before they are old enough to understand and deal with it. Learning of a genetic mutation is not a medical emergency, and the usual recommendation is to wait until your children are in their late teens--at least. No one would suggest that a younger daughter think about prophylactic mastectomies or having her ovaries removed, and the usual guideline is waiting until 35 for any surgery.
If a daughter does test positive for BRCA, it means that she should begin to work with a high risk center and probably have annual mammograms and breast MRIs, beginning at age about 30. This will be a conversation for her and her doctor. There are incredible advances being made, and it is now possible to test embryos for mutations; this means that the mutation can stop with the generation next having children.
This is an excellent piece from CancerNet:
How to Share Genetic Test Results With Family
As precision medicine and genome mapping become more common, some people—many with family histories of hereditary cancers—choose to be tested for known cancercausing gene changes, called mutations. Mutations in genes like BRCA1 identify the potential that a person may develop some cancers, like breast or ovarian cancer, and knowing that the mutation is there can help the cancer care team choose treatments if cancer is ever diagnosed.
It’s important to become knowledgeable about the science and about how ideas, or hypotheses, can eventually develop into treatments for patients. If you have a strong family history of cancer, you may choose to meet with a genetic counselor and have genetic testing to learn about your own cancer risk. When genetic test results are positive, it means that a mutation is present and that your cancer risk is higher. If you receive a negative test result, it means that you do not have a specific gene mutation. Genetic counselors are there to help people understand their test results. However, be aware that the results of these tests also affect your family members.


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First of all, no. I've never read the comic book, so I didn't know a single thing about the superhero Bloodshot going in. What I did know was that Jeff Wadlow was in command of the screenplay, and we all know how extremely horrible his latest movies are (Truth or Dare, Fantasy Island). Add Vin Diesel as the protagonist and a first-time director (David S. F. Wilson), it's impossible to have high expectations for such a film, no matter how good the source material is. Maybe it could surprise me and end up being a reasonably decent flick...
It didn't. Bloodshot is even worse than I expected. I genuinely thought that the action would be the movie's savior. I didn't watch any trailers, as usual, but I did see an image here and there of that red smoke, as well as a couple of glances at the regenerating CGI. Honestly, it's the most disappointing aspect of the whole film. Simply because it's the only thing I was expecting to be decent, at least. The "final battle" has some of the worst CGI of the century, and it goes on for way too long. There's an abundance of shaky-cam, the editing is truly awful at times, a lot of action sequences are barely understandable, and even the slow-motion is overused.
However, the reason why the movie ultimately fails is, once again, due to Wadlow's screenplay (which he co-wrote with Eric Heisserer, but Wadlow is the main one). As always, his narrative is a total mess. Confusing, lacks creativity, raises tons of logical questions, and the real past of Ray Garrison is empty of any explanation. The ending is not only predictable and formulaic, but it also generates even more questions, leaving the viewer frustrated with so many unanswered plot points. David Leitch and Chad Stahelski (both have Deadpool and John Wick in their filmography) left the project right after being hired as the directors... I wonder why?!
The first minutes are probably the best of the entire runtime. I mean, excluding a not-sexy-at-all scene featuring Vin Diesel and Talulah Riley (Gina Garrison). That was cringe-worthy. Nevertheless, the story's concept is really captivating, to say the least (or the comic book wouldn't have its remarkable success). It's one of those action flicks that could easily turn into a successful franchise if the people involved in the project are more talented. With this, I transition to another of my main issues: Vin Diesel.
Very rarely, I negatively criticize an actor's performance. I admit that I'm easily pleased by any cast. If you ask me "what's an actor/actress you don't like?", I would probably be stuck for an answer. Diesel's display is so emotionless that even someone like me can be affected by it. Besides being a rock throughout the whole film, Diesel has this weird habit of TALKING VERY LOUD AND CLEAR, only to instantly lower his volume so much that he's almost whispering. He does this consecutively and repeatedly in almost every dialogue.
There's no care for developing a single character, not even the protagonist. Everyone is just a stereotype of some secondary action character: the funny IT guy, the hot girl who develops feelings for the hero, the male teammate who gets jealous that his alpha territory gets invaded, and the "motivation-less bad guy who's made look like a good guy in the beginning, but we all know who he truly is"... Literally, the two most talented actors (Toby Kebbell and Talulah Riley) are the ones with the least amount of screentime.
In the end, Bloodshot is even worse than I expected. The messy, formulaic, and logically questionable screenplay by Jeff Wadlow and Eric Heisserer is the worst aspect of the movie, but the action is undoubtedly the most disappointing one. The "final fight" is one of the worst CGI sequences of the century, and the action throughout the runtime is filled with an uncontrollable shaky-cam, an excess of slow-motion, and some poor editing, making most of these scenes incredibly hard to follow. Vin Diesel delivers as much emotion as a rock, and while the rest of the cast is fine, the characters follow every single stereotype ever written for an action flick. It also doesn't help to put a first-time director in charge of the whole thing, but David S. F. Wilson is far from being the one to blame. Occasionally good action moments and a great concept just barely keep the film breathing. It's one of the worst movies of the year.


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Charley Webb hits back after being trolled for her appearance in latest Instagram post
After receiving trolling for her appearance in her most recent Instagram photo, Charley Webb, an actress from Emmerdale, has responded. After the insulting remarks, supporters also came to the actress’s defense.
Trolls recently felt the need to criticize Charley’s appearance on social media, saying that she appeared “too skinny.”
Charley has now responded to a comment made in her defense after receiving abuse for her appearance.
Charley Webb trolled for her appearance
Charley posted a number of videos and images from the bank holiday on Instagram yesterday (May 8, 2023).
She may be seen singing and dancing at her friend’s BBQ in the first video. The following pictures shows Charley having a good time with her family over the long weekend.
The title for Charley’s post said, “Bank holiday Beautiful Chaos,” and she then described each slide.
Sadly, after watching her dance video on Instagram, some individuals teased Charley. She was allegedly described as being “too skinny.”
Charley Webb hits back at Instagram trolls
The Debbie Dingle actress’s supporters have backed her and expressed their affection for her in the comments.
Looks like a great Bank Holiday, one individual commented. Godspeed, xxx And after reading some pointless remarks… Just wow… Don’t bother, I have nothing pleasant to say. Enjoy your week, Miss CW xxx.
A second supporter of Charley asked, “Are we ever going to learn to stop judging each other’s bodies?”
Another person defended the celebrity, saying: “So… Posts a video of herself having fun, she’s “too skinny”; posts advertisements, “too many advertisements; perhaps gains weight, must be pregnant; pictures of children, shouldn’t expose them; no pictures, “where have you gone”? Why do people think they can do no wrong?
Charley then responded to the comment in her defense, writing “Innit,” coupled with a peace sign emoji, to retaliate against the bullies.


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LAKEVIEW — With more than two decades of political know-how and and a lifetime of experiences in the Lakeview, Alderman-elect Bennett Lawson is ready to take the reins using feedback from thousands of residents to guide his first moves.
Lawson, who ran unopposed to succeed Ald. Tom Tunney as 44th Ward alderman, has been gathering feedback to prepare for his transition from Tunney’s longtime chief of staff to Lakeview alderman through an online survey, which gathered 2,022 responses.
The results showed the most important issue to Lakeview residents is crime, followed by small business attraction and retention, housing affordability and property taxes, infrastructure, and public transit reliability and access, Lawson said. However, for the 26 percent of respondents who said they do not own cars, public transit reliability and access was the No. 1 concern.
“I was not surprised to find my constituents are not shy,” Lawson said. “No blank on that survey went unfilled, and we got a lot of quality feedback that will help formulate some of our goals for the first year and beyond.”
For crime, Lawson said he wants to come in with a “new approach” and work with leaders in the 19th District and Police Department to recruit and retain more detectives while solving more crimes.
“I also think we need to uplift underserved communities and tackle the root causes of crime,” Lawson said. “People in my neighborhood feel that way, as well. We need to be proactive as opposed to be reactive.”
Lawson said he’ll work to fulfill requests for more restaurants and family-friendly businesses. He proposed trying to fill storefront vacancies by promoting them in lists to market their square footage and zoning uses.
Neighbors also shared what they liked most about Lakeview, with many praising its walkability, neighborhood amenities, public transit access and local businesses. Many people suggested adding more playgrounds, green spaces, restaurants and bike and pedestrian safety infrastructure.
Dog parks were also a common request, and Lawson said he’ll approach that “with a fresh set of eyes.”
A ballot referendum in November found more than 80 percent of 44th Ward voters supported a new dog park in the neighborhood.
The Park District had previously approved an application to explore the development of a fenced, off-leash dog park the size of two tennis courts in July 2019. But the project stalled due to a lack of support from elected officials, according to the Lakeview Dog Park group, a nonprofit that’s collected more than 5,000 signatures in support of the park.
“I’m open to different locations and different ideas with it and working with them,” Lawson said. “I think it’s something we can figure out. It may be in tandem with what we figure out for Lake Shore Drive.”
The survey also showed most neighbors feel Wrigley Field is at a balanced capacity of how many major events it holds in the summer. Sixty-one percent of respondents approved of the current number of night games for the Cubs, and 77 percent said there should be the same number of or more concerts there each year.
Lawson takes office May 15.
“I’m really looking forward to getting sworn in so I can hit the ground running,” Lawson said. “I have a few ordinances I’m going to introduce on the first day that will really reflect my priorities.”
A ‘More Collegial And Cooperative’ City Council
Lawson previously told Block Club he has ties to Lakeview going back to his childhood, when his White Sox-loving family in Rockford took him to a cross-town classic game at Wrigley Field.
Lawson also has fond memories of visiting the neighborhood in college when he was a student at Loyola University. He and his friends would take the Red Line to Belmont Avenue and stroll toward Fullerton Avenue, stopping for haircuts, piercings or new clothes along the way.
But the significance of the neighborhood didn’t hit home until Lawson attended a 1998 vigil for Matthew Shepard, a 21-year-old gay man who died after two men brutally attacked him and tied him to a fence in a Wyoming field. Lawson, who had recently come out as gay, was around the same age as Shepard and went to the rally with his first boyfriend.
“That was the first time I realized how important this neighborhood is,” Lawson said. “It’s about more than just baseball, the lake and the excitement — it’s that things happen here, and there’s a strong sense of community.”
After graduating from Loyola in 2000 with a degree in political science, Lawson worked for former Sen. Carol Ronen as district office director. He started working for the 44th Ward office as director of community outreach in 2004 before being promoted to Tunney’s chief of staff in 2007.
Lawson has led and participated in initiatives throughout his tenure in the 44th Ward, including a community-driven zoning analysis of every parcel within the ward that’s helped with planned developments, Tunney said.
Lawson also helped with the Whole Foods and Mariano’s developments, according to his campaign website. He also works closely with the police district on crime prevention strategies.
Lawson’s also used the role to support Chicago’s LGBTQ community, assisting with projects like the Center on Halsted’s construction, the redevelopment of the old 19th District Station into an LGBTQ senior living facility and the construction of Howard Brown Health’s health clinic in the nearby 46th Ward.
Lawson joins a City Council with the most LGB-identifying members of any city council in the United States.
There will be nine openly gay, lesbian and bisexual alderpeople when members are sworn in May 15, up from seven in the outgoing group. The representatives also bring more racial, ethnic and geographic diversity.
That, in addition to Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson’s LGBTQ platform, offers a prime opportunity to bolster life for queer people throughout Chicago, alderpeople said.
For his part, Lawson said he will have a responsibility ensuring social services for LGBTQ people are available everywhere.
“We need to work together to take those services that I host in Lakeview that are welcoming, affirming and culturally competent and make sure people have access to them throughout the city,” Lawson said. “Having a council that is truly citywide and multiracial will help with that mission.”
As Lawson begins this work as alderman, he said he looks forward to collaborating with his fellow City Council members.
“I hope to see a new tone in the City Council that is more collegial and cooperative,” Lawson said. “We come from different political, geographic and other backgrounds, but there’s a real willingness to work together to solve problems.”
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SOP is short for Standard Operation Program. It is now available in smart laser particle sizing
instruments, facilitates operation automation and standardization, and is used to achieve 'one-click' operation.
SOP reduces the labor intensity, and, more importantly, standardizes the test conditions, minimizes the errors caused by different operators, and improves the reproducibility of the test results. Before applying SOP, the standard operation procedures should be set up, including the cycle cleaning times, dispersing time by ultrasonication, shading range of the sample, circulating speed, data storage, result printing, and automatic alignment, etc.


The Chicago Bears agreed to terms on a four-year contract (and fifth-year option) with the No. 2 overall pick, quarterback Mitchell Trubisky. The Chicago Bears rookies reported to training camp today, so it makes sense that the deal got done.
With that signing, there are now six first round picks who remain unsigned. They are the following:
A year ago, the San Francisco 49ers were approaching training camp with Joshua Garnett still unsigned. He ended up signing when players reported, and missed no time.
This year, the 49ers are still working to sign Solomon Thomas to his rookie contract. He missed all but one day of the offseason workout program due to Stanford’s final exam schedule. My guess is he gets his deal done next week, potentially with an announcement on July 27, when the 49ers return for camp.
Any delays in getting a rookie deal done these days are usually related to either offset language in the contract, or deferring signing bonus payment. If there are issues like this, having Mitchell Trubisky at No. 2 and Leonard Fournette at No. 4 signed should simplify this to a certain extent. But, we’ll likely find out next week.


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April 2018, San Francisco
Women on top: in conversation with the CEO of Booking.com
Hearing what Gillian Tans has to say about women in travel seems a fitting way to end a month where gender equality in the work place has dominated headlines
When it comes to gender diversity or, for that matter, diversity in a broader sense, Booking.com isn’t doing too badly. For one, it has a woman in the top job. Secondly, it’s global workforce is consists of 130 different nationalities, and 50% are women. The company is also proud, says Booking.com CEO Gillian Tans, that nearly 20% of its technology department are women.
“This figure is higher than in many large tech companies, though we are eager and committed to see this number go up further, alongside an overall increase in the number of women in the technology sector,” says Tans, who has been with the company for 16 years and stepped into the driving seat in April 2016.
But Tans is pragmatic too. “At Booking.com, we have a high proportion of women working in both tech and non-tech roles, and are working to see the number of women in tech roles go up. But it’s worth recognising that the vast majority of jobs within technology companies are not technical jobs but encompass everything from management, sales, marketing, legal, HR, finance, operations and more.”
And to be frank, “technology companies could not function without all of these skills and roles”, and she should know. Since joining the company in 2002, Tans has been involved in all aspects of the business including content, operations, marketing and sales.
Gillian Tans, CEO, Booking.com has been with the company for 16 years
Nevertheless, Booking.com is focused internally and externally on encouraging better gender diversity in tech roles.
Internal steps: The firm is tailoring talent acquisition, career development and promotion processes to women, and is enforcing HR policies that foster greater gender diversity. It also is actively developing female-focused hackathons and events designed to bring the female community together, as well as evolving a flexible working approach.
External moves: Looking beyond its own walls, the company has spearheaded a number of initiatives. It has launched an awards scheme for celebrating inspiring and successful women in technology, and a Scholarship Programme with two leading European universities, Oxford and Delft TU. It has developed a mentoring programme for women at leading tech conferences such as Web Summit and StartUp Grind, as well as joining the European Commission’s Digital Skills and Jobs Coalition with a pledge to encourage more women to learn tech skills.
A role for role models
One of the ways to further encourage more highly skilled women to join and excel in the sector is to support them through mentorship and serving as role models. While the mentoring programme for women at the 2017 Web Summit was a huge success and engaged hundreds of women stresses the need for more similar initiatives which bring together inspiring female entrepreneurs, tech business leaders and influential voices to lend their support.
Encouraging positive female role models and mentoring won’t be enough if businesses don’t take a strong stance in supporting gender equality
However, she has this warning too: “Encouraging positive female role models and mentoring won’t be enough if businesses don’t take a strong stance in supporting gender equality. Every business has a responsibility to continue the discussion openly, and make their own improvements.”
And as Krista Pappas, Vice President of Lola put it earlier this month: “There are still not enough women in leadership roles in travel or with board seats. We have work to do.”
Businesses that focus on getting more women into leadership roles could reap the benefits in the future. According to a recent PWC study, women CEOs are more likely than their male counterparts to support technology innovation and to collaborate with entrepreneurs and start-ups in order to drive corporate growth and profitability. “Studies show time and time again that companies with more female leaders perform better,” says Tans.
Tans stresses that women must believe in themselves and not to be afraid of failure. “At Booking.com, we celebrate failures as opportunities to learn and grow. This one of the core values of our business – we try new things, we learn from these experiences and we continuously evolve,” she says. This fail fast approach may not always be easy, but, says Tans, “it is incredibly rewarding to be a female working at a technology company and in the fast moving travel industry”.