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MINORU Yasui’s daughter, Holly, stands with the Min Yasui Legacy Stone, soon to be a redesigned garden, next to Hood River Library. Holly was misidentified in photo credit on page B3 of the Oct. 18 Hood River News.
As of Friday, October 20, 2017
The Min Yasui Legacy Project and Oregon Nikkei Endowment announced the Minoru Yasui Day Essay Contest on Oct. 19, in honor of Minoru Yasui’s 101st birthday. The contest will commence on Nov. 4, with an orientation session entitled, “From Roots to Results Education,” to be held at the Sylvania campus of the Portland Community College and also made available via webinar to librarians, teachers and the general public. Essays will be due by March 1, and the winners of the contest will receive cash prizes and read their work at a special awards ceremony in Portland on Minoru Yasui Day, March 28.
On that date in 1942, Min Yasui challenged discriminatory military orders that led to the forced removal of all persons of Japanese ancestry from the West Coast and their imprisonment in War Relocation Authority (WRA) camps inland. He was found guilty at the District Court of Oregon and spent nine months in solitary confinement in the Multnomah County Jail awaiting his appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court which, in 1943, ruled against him. In spite of the great injustices that he, his family and community endured, Minoru Yasui continued for the rest of his life to defend the democratic ideals upon which our country was founded, and the human and civil rights of all people.
All Oregon middle-school and high-school students are eligible to enter the Essay Contest and all Oregon Public Libraries are can receive resource materials — access to the film, “Never Give Up! Minoru Yasui and the Fight for Justice,” copies of documents related to Yasui’s legal case, unpublished writings by Yasui and others, and a bibliography, filmography and list of internet websites containing extensive information about Min Yasui.
The Minoru Yasui Legacy Project and Oregon Nikkei Endowment encourage public libraries and schools in Oregon to screen the film, and sponsor or participate in teacher workshops and study groups to help students to prepare for the essay contest.

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The crypto space is getting a lot of criticism because web3 projects seem to be disconnected from real life. Stepn is here to prove the world otherwise. The core mission of this startup is to demonstrate that a model where people earn crypto based on their physical activity is viable through run-to-earn apps. It is essentially a bridge between the NFT world and the real world with a very original blockchain and application. How does it work? If you’re a French speaker lost on this page, I found the best summary here… But for everyone else, this way please!
1. What is Stepn?
Stepn is a web3 project of a new kind. It’s a run-to-earn concept where players can earn crypto by running outdoors.
It has its own token ($GMT) that you use to buy NFT sneakers on their app and get rewarded for your runs after that.
2. How to use Stepn?
First, you need to buy a sneaker NFT to be able to run-to-earn from the app:
Then, equip your sneaker in the app and start running outdoors:
If you run enough, you’ll receive earnings in GMT token that you can swap for USDT later:
3. The GMT token as an investment
The GMT token is not bothered at all by the current bearish sentiment: price on the rise, volumes on the rise.
It’s fair to say that the market cap is already quite high for a small token launched very recently with a modest 257 million USD. The price is also just reaching an ATH.
As a consequence, I’m not investing just yet, especially as the price just rose 84% in 24 hours. I’m waiting for the price to drop a bit and de-risk the entry point.
4. Stepn Roadmap and Team
Stepn is half-way through its roadmap and the upcoming steps are very interesting because they are multi-chain:
The team is diverse with very experienced advisors (Adidas VP, Head at Aliance and various founders with web3 background):
5. Conclusion and price prediction
Stepn is an amazing run-to-earn project with a vision. I believe in the concept and in the team. I’m keen to use the product, buy a sneaker NFT and give it a try. As a token investment (GMT), I would wait a bit because I think the current valuation is a bit inflated for a project that started only a couple of months ago. However, I do believe in an impressive valuation in the long run: I will make a price prediction.
The running gear market will reach 55.8 billion USD by 2027 (source here) and I would assume that such an early bird project with a functional app will probably absorb 0.5% of a market that is getting digitalized at very high speed. It would bring the price of the token to $5 by 2027 (~10x). This optimistic price prediction is also based on the idea that tokens and play-2-earn projects will bridge with the running market (a bit like Braintrust will likely do with recruiting) bringing a lot of growth to the space.
Let me know what you think.
Until then… Take care.
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It’s rare to see Hugh Grant on a chat show sofa but after his appearance on The Graham Norton Show, there will no doubt be more calls for it to happen as soon as possible.
Sat beside Meryl Streep and Keeley Hawes, promoting his new film with the former, Florence Foster Jenkins, Hugh was an absolute legend
There was one particular moment that did it – when Graham recalled an interview in which Hugh had rattled through a list of his leading ladies from previous films, admitting exactly what he thinks of them.
As he commented on each of his previous musings of the ladies, he had viewers in stitches as he threatened to post his Bridget Jones’s Diary co-star Renee Zellweger’s ’48-page emails’ on Twitter, as well as claiming Drew Barrymore absolutely ‘hates’ him because he told her what for when she dared give him notes on his acting style during their 2007 film Music And Lyrics.
HUGH ON HIS LEADING LADIES
Emma Thompson – ‘Clever, funny, mad as a chair.’
Renee Zellweger – ‘Delightful, also far from sane.’
Sandra Bullock – ‘Genius but too many dogs.’
Julianne Moore – ‘Brilliant actress, loathes me.’
Rachel Weiszz – ‘Clever, beautiful, despises me.’
Drew Barrymore – ‘Made her cry, hates me.’
Twitter was, all in all, in love with Hugh:
The fun didn’t stop there as Graham soon turned his attentions to Keeley Hawes and had Hugh in stitches when he played her Lara Croft sound effects.
And then it was Meryl’s turn to be the focus of the attention, again with Hugh buckling over when she recounted her least favourite movie she’s ever done.
Hugh’s got a bit of a history when it comes to being funny on The Graham Norton Show actually, as this reenactment of Four Weddings And A Funeral shows.

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Amazing Places on Our Planet Published on May 6, 2015
The beaches of Ko Phi Phi Islands and the Railey peninsula are framed by stunning limestone cliffs. They are regularly listed between the top beaches in Thailand.
Phi Phi Leh island is famous as location of the movie “The Beach” (Leonardo DiCaprio). Phra Nang and Railey West are located on the Railey peninsula and are accessible only by boat.
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Sautéed Shredded Brussels Sprouts
1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and shredded
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1/4 c toasted, chopped pecans
1/2 tsp roasted pumpkinseed oil
Heat a heavy skillet until very hot. Add the olive oil and butter. Add the garlic and stir for a few seconds.
Add the trimmed and shredded Brussels sprouts, and the vegetable broth. A pinch of salt, and a couple good grinds of black pepper.
Stir fry, keeping everything moving until the Brussels sprouts just start to soften. Remove from heat, add the pecans and pumpkinseed oil.
Serve to rave reviews. A dry Riesling or Seyval pairs well.
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No more Mr. Nice Guy: Big Blue fires back in Minnesota healthcare exchange flap
Research Triangle Park, N.C. — After responding aggressively to recent lawsuits filed by an investor and tire giant Bridgestone, IBM is demonstrating quite clearly it is tired of being the "fall guy." Under attack by the governor of Minnesota over a contract flap there, IBM says it has already solved many of the problems and is "just one of several subcontractors."...
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By Amanda Juico Dela Cruz
To connect may mean to converse. In these conversations, similarities and differences surface. The similarities are rooted in collective unconscious, shared experience, and communal beliefs. On the other hand, the differences are due to limitations. These differences are conveyed, and must be discussed and evaluated according to the work’s historical and theoretical context. Connecting islands through art is displaying the commonalities among these islands the same way it is initiating discourse on understanding one’s socio-political and cultural narratives. For the first time, artists from the Visayas and some from Luzon gather in one space to reconnect, form new connections, and foster existing relationships.
Joel Chavez, Sulat, 2021 (R Gallery)
The narratives and depictions of heroes are like letters penned by artists. These letters may reveal the long strand of their peoples’ identity embedded in their respective individualities. They may be cautionary tales too, showing the pattern of civilizations and their struggles. In one canvas, Joel Chavez stills the time when heroes—from pre-colonial to contemporary, men and women—made their most valorous decisions. The artistic depiction is an honor as much as a remembrance. What the reader makes out of it is hopefully that which ignites bravery to fight for civil liberties because the battle is not yet over.
Luke Alarcon, Keep, 2021 (R Gallery)
The elements are framed as if they are sharing the space of an unidentified room. The little girls, the robots that are like toys, and the rug reek of domesticity, suggesting that the room is that of a house. Attention is split between the human figures and the machine objects, a concern prevalent during the pandemic when the boundary between personal life and family, and work in the form of a personal computer is tested, stepped on, and eradicated. The rug designed for IKEA by Louis Vuitton’s menswear artistic director Virgil Abloh stirs one’s preoccupations ironically welcomes as one enters.
Dale Erispe, Metabolism 1, 2021 (The Working Animals Art Projects)
An imposing building in contrast to the vastness of the sky shows the confrontation of man and nature. Man merely creates. Nature is itself. No matter how Herculean manmade structures are, they will always be blanketed by nature through its very presence. In the work, the colors of the after-hours envelop the building. In no time, the building will succumb to darkness, when it is time for the sun to shine in a different place and for the stars to shine over this man’s creation. Neither man nor their creations can do anything to stop nature from its own cycle.
John Marin, Refinement, 2021 (The Working Animals Art Projects)
The composition contemplates on the complexity of nature’s aesthetics by going back to its most naked form. The audience is drawn to its texture. Its jaggedness evokes resonance on its rawness. Its brittleness mirrors esoteric fragility and ephemerality. Its being monochromic image isolates the experience, allowing time to flow in experiencing one thing after another. To take time is to make the self vulnerable to deep feeling and thinking. The slow process inevitably and expectedly leads to reflections on existence, divinity, identity, and materiality, while devoid of preconception and morality pressed by the exterior forces. Contemplation is an owned experience.
Zabiel Nemenzo, Politically Connected, 2021 (Orange Project)
The world tree is a recurring motif among religions and mythologies. It connects the underworld, the terrestrial, and the celestial. In Zabiel Nemenzo’s work, it is the very world which is governed by politics. Politics as in the power relations that affect people under their noses. Like the world tree that thrived from a point of origin, politics must have been built from something. The artist challenges the point of origin of politics, regardless of its significance, hypothesizes that it must have been built from inequality and injustice. The pyramid alludes to the food chain, the top benefitting the most.
Brandon Braza, “It’s only Hair.” “Exactly.”, 2021 (Orange Project)
When is hair a mere protein filament that grows from follicles? Revisiting the humanities reveals its religious and cultural ties shaping today’s body politics. Quran instructs Muslims to remove underarm and pubic hair to maintain purity and cleanliness. Sikhs allow their hair to grow out of respect for God’s perfect creation. Sleeveless dresses defined the 1910s fashion for women, since then depilatory industry started capitalizing on the undesirability of underarm hair. In the work, hair clogging the drainage comes back to parts of the body where it usually grows, signaling the woman’s refusal for hair to be weaponized against her.

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Fall is a beautiful time of year but soon, your golf cart won’t be able to tackle the snow and sub-freezing temps in Southwest Michigan! Time to polish up the cart, prepare it for storage, and give it the tender touches it needs to survive a cold Michigan winter.
We asked our Club Car expert advisers what’s MOST important when preparing for winter and here’s a short list of things you need to do to prepare your gas or electric golf cart for winter storage:
Inspect and Charge the Battery—Inspect and fill water levels in your battery if needed. Check to be sure cables are in good condition. Clean the battery terminals and use a battery tester to see if the battery needs replacing. You don’t need to unhook your battery; it should be able to hold a good strong charge for the chilly months. Once all the details are complete, charge your battery completely.
Top off the Tank and Add Fuel Stabilizer—Fuel stabilizers and gas treatments contain powerful additives that neutralize acids, prevent gas from oxidizing and coat metal surfaces to prevent corrosion. For the absolute best results from your golf cart’s engine, top off your tank with fresh fuel just before you put it away or just let the vehicle run out of gas.
Change Your Oil and Air Filter—Or get your cart to an authorized service center to check the oil and the air filter. It’s also a good time to consider replacing the fuel filter since just a little dirt in your fuel line will affect the performance of your cart come spring.
Replace Spark Plug—Our experts recommend an annual spark plug change to keep your engine performing at top speed. Poor firing spark plugs can cause your cart to sputter or cut out while you’re driving it. Have your authorized Club Car dealer check your spark plugs before you store your cart for the winter.
Check the Battery Cell Electrolyte Levels—Make sure each battery has the right electrolyte level. Don’t charge your battery until the electrolyte level is equal to or higher than the tops of the battery plates. BUT, don’t add water just before charging as that will not allow sufficient time for the water to mix with the electrolytes. Add distilled water if needed, then drive the cart around to mix the water into the acid below. Charging it without the proper electrolyte levels could cause irreversible damage to your battery and shorten the capacity and life expectancy of your power cells.
Charge the Batteries—Check water levels, terminals and cables for any corrosion or damage. Then, charge your batteries to their fullest before storage. You don’t need to unhook your battery; it should be able to hold a good strong charge for the chilly months. Once you’ve charged the batteries to their fullest, plug the battery charger into the cart. Leave the charger plugged in while your golf cart is in storage; the system will automatically activate the charger when needed. If you leave your cart plugged in, be sure to check the battery levels at least once a month to avoid later problems.
Place the TOW switch into the TOW position—If you have a traditional 48 volt Club Car Precedent or DS model prior to 2014, place the Run/Tow switch into the TOW position to remove the load off the braking system from the battery pack. If not done, the battery could lose a great deal of its charge in a very short time keeping the brakes engaged. If your cart has (6) 8 volt batteries, we suggest that you remove the #6 negative cable connection, if you have (4) 12 volt batteries, remove the #4 negative cable connection. Tuck the cable end below the level of the batteries to ensure it does not contact metal surfaces. The vehicle is now in the best possible condition to handle the cold temperatures of winter. We suggest you unplug and re-plug charger once a month and make sure that the charger turns on. Interruptions in electrical lines can disrupt the computer’s ability to effectively charge the batteries, by unplugging and re-plugging in the charger, you eliminate this potential problem.
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Check Tire Pressure—Whether you drive gas or electric, you’ll want to check the tire pressure. Inflation to 18-20 psi is suggested (check your manual or ask your service provider) and will help prevent flats as tire pressure lowers during cold weather.
Disengage the Parking Brake—Leaving your parking brake engaged during extreme temperature swings can cause the stretching of brake cables. If your golf cart will be stored for more than a month or two, this could help add to the life of your brake cables and entire braking system. Chock the wheels to prevent any unwanted movement of your cart.
Windshields and Bag Protectors—Store your golf cart for the winter with the windshield in the upright position. Open the bag protector to the down position to prevent cracking of the vinyl window panel. Wipe and clean the windshields and plastic window with a soft cloth.
Clean Your Cart—Dust and grime will accumulate in even the best storage facility so give your cart a nice, clean head start on the winter by washing the cart, cleaning the seats and floor and storage bins, and the undercarriage. Any dirt still clinging to your cart is going to be MUCH harder to remove in the spring, so do it now! If you want, you can buy a cart cover which will help prevent dust from accumulating.
If you have a Club Car Precedent or Tempo with the new E.R.I.C. charging system, consult your Owner’s Manual or contact US Golf Cars for instructions. If you have an older 36-volt system (6) 6 volt batteries, and no type of attachments that stay on continually (possible digital charger meter), you do not need to unhook anything, just charge the unit, unplug the charger and park it. Not all brands of golf cars are winterized the same, contact us for other brand suggestions.
So, in addition to everything on this list that you can do yourself, it is a good idea to have your golf cart professionally serviced at least once or twice a year by a certified Club Car dealer. US Golf Cars offers full-service on-site and mobile repair services to help answer your questions and keep your cart running smoothly. Get the full list of important things to do from Club Car here: http://bit.ly/2yrCfcf
So, get out there and enjoy the rest of the fall weather and the time you get to spend in your golf cart. And remember, when you need parts or service, choose US Golf Cars for your golf cart needs. Call our service department at 1-800-321-9616 to schedule your tune-up today!


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* Please note that the Bolero shop is on vacation August 21 through September 15, so you’ll have a to wait a couple weeks to place an order. Hope you enjoy this review in the meantime!
This week, I’m reviewing another great Bolero find—the Ruffled Romper. For some reason this summer, when I’m not in my pajamas all day (hashtag quarantine life), I want to wear nothing but matching top and bottom sets or rompers. I even sewed my own two-piece set and a romper in recent weeks (look for those in upcoming posts).
So when Bolero proprietress Patricia offered to send me her new romper design for review, of course I enthusiastically accepted! I selected my usual size small (current measurements 38”-29/30”-42”, height 5’6”, and bra size UK 28GG/30G).
This romper features 3-inch shorts inseam with deep patch pockets and a blouson top with a gentle shelf bra and a large ruffle that fully covers the bust so that you can comfortably wear it bra-less. There is also a string attached to the center front of the neckline that can be tied in a bow, tucked inside the top, or tied around your neck, and the romper comes with a coordinating tie belt. Between the string tie, the belt, and the elasticated shoulders, you can wear the romper in myriad different ways.
Since I sunburn so easily, I prefer to wear it on-the-shoulder. For just waltzing around, I like it with the belt, but for more vigorous activities, I skip the belt and just wear it as-is. The great thing about the belt is that it has two strips of boning, so it doesn’t scrunch up except in the spot where you tie it, so it can define your waist nicely.
Additionally, Patricia is making masks in a massive variety of amazing prints (Smiley beer mugs! Watermelon! Mixed fruits! Even some masculine options, much to my husband’s delight. I’ve personally purchased several.), so she sent along a mask made of the same print as the romper. I love matching my masks to my outfits—if we have to wear them, we might as well have fun with it!
With my super-long torso, I was nervous that the romper wouldn’t be long enough, but I’m happy to report that it’s perfect on me! No wedgies or camel-toe here. I think it would suit petite gals just as well, though, because the blouson style of the bodice means it doesn’t need to be pulled taut to look good and you don’t need to worry about misplaced tailoring details.
The waist is elasticated, so it’s easy to pull on and the polyester-spandex knit blend stretches over your curves to comfortably mold to any size derriere. Plus, the fabric isn’t too clingy and thus doesn’t require any fancy, seamless underwear.
Here’s a view under the neckline ruffle and a shot of the sleeve construction—it’s basically cap sleeves angled in such a way that you can wear it on or off the shoulder:
And let’s not forget the pockets! They’re large exterior patches that perfectly blend in with the rest of the print. I wore the romper kayaking and stored my iPhone (in a Zip-loc bag) in the pocket the whole time without it falling out or shifting around.
By the way, this romper was the perfect choice for kayaking. Nothing rode up awkwardly, the stretch and tailoring allowed for total ease of movement, and it was even comfortable tucked under my life jacket. Plus, the fabric dries quickly and doesn’t wrinkle, and the big ruffle kept my sunburn-prone shoulders fully covered.
Finally, let’s talk about the Bolero face masks! I purchased two different styles and Patricia included a third style to match the romper. So the three styles are:
- “Face It Style” – Contoured with ties
- “Pleated Style” – Pleated with adjustable behind-the-ear elastic loops and a wire nose bridge
- Matching mask – Contoured with adjustable behind-the-ear elastic loops
All of the masks feature a pocket for a filter and three layers of fabric. Face It and Pleated Style are 100% cotton and the matching mask has an outer layer of polyester/spandex and two inner layers of 100% cotton. My personal favorite style is the contoured shape with ties. I find ties more comfortable in general and I get a better seal than with behind-ear elastic loops. If you want a mask to match your Bolero dress, you can fill out the contact form to make a request before placing your dress order.
I’ve been sewing masks too, but I find that Bolero’s contoured ones actually fit better than my own! Something about the depth of the center curve keeps it up on my nose more effectively. If you’re looking for cute masks from a small business but Etsy has you overwhelmed, take a look at the Bolero options!

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In 2004, 14 million people in the United States reported having an Asian heritage, making up percent of the U.S. population. Given this large and growing population, Asian American marriage is an important topic. This fact sheet contains answers to some common questions about Asian Americans and marriage, using findings from scientifically sound research. Research doesn't have all the answers, and more research on this topic is needed. Nonetheless, the research that has been done can shed a great deal of light on many questions.(Author abstract modified)
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The Malawi Red Cross Society says has assisted over 3, 000 people during the demonstration without problems as people have been giving them access to do their job without hindrances.
President Peter Mutharika has reiterated his wish for a round table discussion with leaders of opposition political parties on the current political impasse.
Police in Blantyre have launched investigation into Thursday’s incident where unknown people torched a vehicle that was used to carry the Public Address system during the Anti-Jane Ansah street protest.
The anti-Jane Ansah protesters in Blantyre on Thursday held a peaceful march in their continued attempt to force Dr. Jane Ansah to step down as chairperson of Malawi Electoral Commission.
The Anglican Bishop has asked President Peter Mutharika to demonstrate a fatherly role by genuinely engaging opposition leaders in order to end the current political impasse.
Various quarters of the country have condemned action taken by Malawi police during a fight between anti-Jane Ansah protesters and purported supporters of Democratic Progressive Party.


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Maitland took to Snapchat over the weekend to update her devoted fans on her movements.
**MAITLAND WARD EXPOSES MODESTY**
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Of course, this is Maitland Ward and we've learned to expect the unexpected.
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Documenting a Fading Way of Life in Northern Michigan As is the case with a lot of tips and information gathering in northern Michigan, I was talking with someone in a bar. This wasn’t just any bar though, it was Dick’s Pour House in the …
Wine Country Workers in Winter When the temperatures reach a balmy 15-18 degrees Fahrenheit for 24-48 hours, it’s time to harvest grapes for ice wine. Chateau Chantal is a winery on Old Mission Peninsula and they do wines extremely well, in fact, they’re one of …
Photojournalism. To some, the word conjures images of heartless paparazzi, or maybe flash-bulb blasting members of the press sharpening their elbows as they fight for position while wearing trench coats and fedoras—with hatband ‘press’ card for proper measure—and most-likely some type of tobacco vessel in puff during the scrum. When I expressed interest in photojournalism prior to earning my degree in it, there were those that said it’d be too hard and I’d have to be too aggressive. Perhaps it shouldn’t have been, but it was, a surprise to me how a photojournalist is often portrayed, thought of and treated. While on assignments, I’ve been called many names, been the recipient of “You’re #1” with middle-finger usage and been threatened with some unpleasant actions.
Photojournalism, to me, is telling stories visually (and sometimes with video, audio, words, etc.). There are caring photojournalists in communities all around our country and the world, telling stories ranging from happy to sad and everything in between; they’re documenting life. There are meaningful stories in our communities to be told.
A photojournalist I know in Washington, D.C. once told me that since he’s working in the nation’s capital, he is able to see all kinds of impactful stories, issues and events. Since I’m always on the lookout for story ideas, he suggested that I localize them where I’m at (Traverse City, Michigan). Some of the important stories he suggested were topics like agriculture and immigration. The advice has always stuck with me so I’m always trying to be mindful of current events and how I can capture them locally.
Last summer I was contacted by The Wall Street Journal to photograph a story on the state of the cherry industry. Since Traverse City is considered the Cherry Capital of the World, it made sense to meet farmers specifically in the area.
Prior to receiving the assignment, I’d photographed many area farms of all kinds as well as the farm workers. By doing that, I felt especially prepared to photograph this agriculturally-focused story and that was an important lesson. Continually photographing is really helpful.
One facet of this assignment that aided in the quality of the pictures, and the story, was the amount of time the story was able to be worked on prior to deadline. Sometimes the deadline is right now and other times it’s in the future. Oftentimes though, almost all the time, extra time lends itself to higher-quality work.
With this story I focused on capturing the best light possible and including as many different elements of cherry farming as I could so that I’d have a variety for the photo editor to choose from and so there would be a strong correlation between the reporters words and my photos. Staying as long as possible at a location or just trying some creative approaches to an assignment before leaving can yield some great results. Always try for something more, you may surprise yourself.
Tech Notes: Before I get into equipment, I must say that it doesn’t really matter what equipment you use. Assignment work frequently requires digital capture, which was the case here, and I’ve always used Canon so that’s what I used. A camera that you’re comfortable with and understand is crucial. For this story I used a Canon 6D camera and a Canon EF 35mm f/1.4 lens for all the photos. The portrait was taken using a Profoto B1X light and 2’x3′ softbox. Sometimes I shoot film because I like how it forces me to think and slow down. Digital is fabulous too of course. It’s all good.


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Plan a Romantic Getaway or Honeymoon in Tonga
Tonga has the azure waters, the sandy shores and the swaying coconut palms to complete a dreamy island wedding or honeymoon. However, the only Kingdom in the South Pacific also has the advantages of being off-the-beaten-track and undoubtedly different. The islands are rich in culture and history while the waters are home to a dizzying array of tropical life, as well as visitors such as humpback whales, which – by the way – you can swim with if you hadn’t heard. Needless to say, Tonga makes for an unforgettable honeymoon, which we go into the details of what each island group is all about in this honeymoon and romantic getaway guide to Tonga.
What About Getting Married in Tonga?
If you want to get married in Tonga, however, there are some hoops to jump through, but those who have the time to take the necessary one month in Tonga before your big day, most would agree that the stay is worth it. Check out How to Organise Your Wedding in Tonga for more information on getting married in Tonga.
Location: In the South Pacific in the continent of Oceania. Tonga is directly south of Samoa and two-thirds of the way between Hawaii and New Zealand.
Size: 750 km² (290 mi²) of land scattered over 700,000 km² (270,000 mi²) of ocean
Climate: Daily average temperature – 26°C/79°F, yearly average rainfall – 1,600mm/63″
Find out more in What is the Weather Like in Tonga?
Time zone: TST / GMT+13
Find out more in What is the Tonga Time Zone?
Find out more in Who are the People of Tonga?
Languages: Tongan and English
Find out more in The Guide to the Tongan Language
Is Tonga Romantic?
Yes! If your idea of romance is tropical islands with palm-fringed beaches and incredible wildlife encounters, then Tonga certainly is romantic.
Is Tonga Good for a Honeymoon?
Absolutely! All of Tonga’s resorts are boutique resorts that are inherently romantic, while the balmy weather, white-sand beaches and azure lagoons provide a romantic setting for a honeymoon.
How to Get to Tonga
First things first, you’ll need to see if you are actually able to travel to Tonga due to restrictions put in place at the borders after the COVID-19 outbreak. Visit the Government of the Kingdom of Tonga‘s website for the latest travel information.
Next, what is the best way to get to Tonga? Tonga can be accessed by flight, cruise ship or private sailing yachts. The most popular way to get to Tonga is by international flight, so let’s start with that.
Flying to Tonga
Direct international flights to Tonga come from New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, Samoa and American Samoa. If you’re coming from further afield, connecting flights can be made in New Zealand, Australia and Fiji. See our guide, Which Airlines Fly to Tonga? for more advice on flying to Tonga.
Most international arrivals land at Fua’amotu International Airport on the island of Tongatapu, 21km (13 miles) from the nation’s capital, Nuku’alofa. A limited number of flights also arrive at Lupepau’u International Airport in Vava’u, about 10km (6 miles) from Neiafu. Find out more about these airports and the best one to fly to in What Are the Airports in Tonga?
Cruises to Tonga
Tonga is on the itinerary of several South Pacific cruises from New Zealand, Australia and the US, as well as round-the-world cruises from the US and the UK. There are two ports of call in Tonga, one in Nuku’alofa on Tongatapu and the other in Neiafu in Vava’u. Find out about which cruiseliners have Tonga on their itinerary, as well as what to do at each port of call in The Guide to Taking a Cruise to Tonga.
Sailing to Tonga
Tonga is situated at the centre of a Transpacific journey between the US and New Zealand. The yachting season is between May and October. Learn about the sailing formalities and the ports of entry in The Sailing Guide to Tonga.
A Note on Customs Declarations
Tonga has strict biosecurity measures at the border to stop unwanted pests and diseases from entering the country. Therefore, anyone arriving in Tonga has to declare any “risk items” they have packed in their luggage – even common items like food and sports gear. Be sure to read up on Everything You Need to Know About Arriving in Tonga so you are prepared.
Check out our complete guide on How to Get to Tonga for even more tips on making your way to the islands of Tonga.
The Best Time to Visit Tonga for a Honeymoon or Romantic Getaway
Tonga is a tropical country and experiences warm temperatures throughout the year. It has two distinct seasons, a dry season that is drier and cooler, and a wet season that is hot and humid. Learn much more about the weather and climate by month in What is the Weather Like in Tonga?
Dry Season (May to November)
The dry season is also known as the winter season in Tonga, although many would not describe it as winter with temperatures around 19-29°C (66-84°F). The rainfall per month is an average of 110mm (3.9″). The dry season is also the time for whale swimming and the clearest visibility for scuba diving.
Wet Season (December to April)
The wet season is hotter and more humid, with temperatures around 23-31°C (74-88°F) and an average monthly rainfall of 210mm (8.3″). This is also Tonga’s cyclone season, which means there’s a risk of cyclones (but only a risk).
So when is the best time to travel to Tonga? Check out our complete guide, The Best Time to Visit Tonga, which dives deeper into the subject.
Couples’ Packing List for Tonga
The main thing you need to keep in mind when packing for Tonga is having a tropical wardrobe that includes some more modest items of clothing for exploring Tonga’s towns and villages. A packing list for Tonga might look a little something like this:
- Shorts/Skirts/Dresses (some below the knee for leaving the resort)
- Singlets/T-Shirts (some to cover the shoulders for leaving the resort)
- Sarong (lavalava) for a quick cover-up
- Light sleepwear
- Light jacket/Cardigan/Pashmina for cooler evenings
- Light fleece jumper (something to keep warm after swimming from a boat)
- A smarter outfit covering the shoulders and knees if going to church
- Clothes to travel in
- One-piece swimsuit for watersports/village stay
- Rash vest
- Reef shoes
- Walking shoes
- Light cotton shirt to cover arms and protect from the sun and mosquitos
- Light rain jacket/Small umbrella
And that’s just the clothes! For a full packing list of everything to take, including accessories and toiletries, check out The Complete Packing List for Tonga.
What Health Products to Pack
With questionable drinking water, high UV levels and the presence of mosquitos, certain health products are essential to take to Tonga. Tonga also has a fragile marine ecosystem so natural sunscreens and repellents are a must, while reusable water purification bottles are preferable to buying bottled water for obvious environmental reasons. See our health essentials packing list in What Medication to Pack in Your First Aid Kit for Tonga.
The currency in Tonga is Tongan Pa’anga. You will need to be prepared to get by on cash for much of your stay as this is often the only payment method accepted. There are ATMs in the four main towns of Tonga. Get more money tips in What is The Best Way to Pay in Tonga?
Do You Need a Visa to Visit Tonga?
For citizens of around 70 different countries, the answer is no. You just need to arrive in Tonga with a valid passport. Citizens not of visa-exempt countries will need an Entry Permit. Find out more in Do You Need a Visa to Visit Tonga?
Wedding Packing List for Tonga
Of course, every couple will have their own packing list to curate the ideal wedding in Tonga. Nevertheless, there are quite a few essential documents to bring to legally wed in Tonga:
- One passport photo of each party
- A photocopy of each party’s passport
- Certified copies of birth certificates for both parties
- If necessary, death certificate of spouse
- If divorced, a copy of the Decree Absolute
- An affidavit of no impediment to get married
- An affidavit stating parties have no criminal record
- Joint marriage licence application letter by bride and groom-to-be
- Affidavit of joint marriage licence applicants stating their plans for marriage and their substantial link with Tonga
- Original Birth Certificate for each party
- Passport for each party
- Letter from Immigration where appropriate (the Immigration Authority Permit)
- Divorce decree where appropriate
- Letter from the church Minister (Minister’s Form)
- Application fees
Check out What are the Marriage Requirements in Tonga? for much more advice.
How Long to Honeymoon in Tonga For
Tonga might make for an idyllic boutique resort getaway to simply relax for a few days – and that’s fine; we all need to R&R from time to time. Most couples, however, are here to explore and experience some of the most dramatic culture and wildlife experiences in the South Pacific. With that in mind, here’s what you can achieve in certain timeframes… (And don’t worry, we’ll get onto the destinations in the next few sections).
3 Days / A Long Weekend in Tonga
Over a long weekend, you have enough time to see the highlights of Tongatapu. Check out the Tonga Honeymoon & Romance Itinerary: 3 Days / Weekend for an example itinerary.
5 Days in Tonga
Start by exploring Tongatapu, then head to one of the outer islands, such as the nearby ‘Eua, for a couple of days. See the Tonga Honeymoon & Romance Itinerary: 5 Days for an amazing trip idea.
7 Days / One Week in Tonga
Visit two island groups to experience two sides of Tonga. Flights and ferries connect the main four groups on a regular basis so take your pick! Get some inspiration on what to do and where to go from our Tonga Honeymoon & Romance Itinerary: 7 Days / One Week.
14 Days / Two Weeks in Tonga
Adventurous travellers can visit as many as four major island groups of Tonga. See our Tonga Honeymoon & Romance Itinerary: 14 Days / Two Weeks for weeks of exciting experiences.
Where to Visit: Honeymoons in Tongatapu
Tongatapu is the main island in Tonga and a great choice for couples travelling on a budget or who are interested in the history and culture of the islands. It’s the home of the nation’s capital, adorned with a royal palace as an ever reminder of the South Pacific’s only sovereignty.
Tongatapu provides couples with a huge variety of stays, from luxury apartments and quaint lodges in the capital to even a few island resorts scattered off the shores. Head to the western shores of the main island and you’ll find shabby-chic beach houses lining the sandy beaches, as well as more resort options.
Learn more about planning a honeymoon on the main island in The Honeymoon & Romantic Getaway Guide to Tongatapu and about staying in the capital in The Honeymoon & Romantic Getaway Guide to Nuku’alofa.
Where to Visit: Honeymoons in ‘Eua
For the active couple, the island of ‘Eua is the ideal place to connect with nature as well as each other. The island is around 40km (23 miles) off the eastern shores of Tongatapu, taking only seven minutes to fly there. While the accommodation on the island isn’t the flashiest, there are attractive timber lodges, such as the ‘Ovava Tree Lodge, which is ideal for the non-fussy couple.
As for the adventures you can have together on this island, they include hiking in the breathtaking ‘Eua National Park with its giant banyan trees, sinkholes and stunning island lookouts. During the whale season, you can swim with humpback whales where ‘Eua has the longest whale season in the country. Scuba diving is also on the menu where Cathedral Cave is the highlight – one of the largest sea caves in the South Pacific.
Learn more about honeymooning on this off-the-beaten-track island in The Honeymoon & Romantic Getaway Guide to ‘Eua.
Where to Visit: Honeymoons in Ha’apai
If you’re looking for those picture-perfect islands with palm-fringed sandy beaches leading into turquoise waters, then you’ll find them in Ha’apai. This central island group is made up of 62 islands, most of which are uninhabited. With that in mind, there’s plenty of opportunities for couples to get the “private island” experience, whether it’s staying in a beach hut with an entire island all to yourselves or it’s just for the day for a private island picnic.
Aside from the usual Tongan must-dos, like whale swimming, scuba diving and fishing, Ha’apai has the ideal landscapes of lagoons and fringing reefs for watersports. It’s the perfect excuse to double up in a kayak and explore the islands or join a sunset paddleboarding safari.
For more honeymoon talk on Ha’apai, take a look at The Honeymoon & Romantic Getaway Guide to Ha’apai.
Where to Visit: Honeymoons in Vava’u
More dreamy island resorts can be found in the islands of Vava’u, Tonga’s northern island group (excluding The Niuas). Alternatively, couples looking for something a little different could spend their honeymoon sailing the South Pacific’s best sailing grounds on a private charter yacht with all the meals, watersports equipment and, in some instances, even whale swimming included.
Vava’u is an island group best suited for couples with the “go big or go home” mantra, where some of the most famous snorkelling spots and dive sites in Tonga can be found here, from Swallows Cave to the Clan MacWilliam wreck dive. It’s the place where you can find the most whale swimming operators and fishing charters, thanks to its renowned blue marlin fishery. If you’ve got the budget, you can certainly do all of what Tonga is famous for in Vava’u.
For more ideas for planning your Vava’u honeymoon, check out The Honeymoon & Romantic Getaway Guide to Vava’u.
How to Get Around Tonga
Tonga might not have an overwhelming number of island groups but the distance between each is quite substantial with around 180km (110 miles) between Tongatapu and Ha’apai and 130km (80 miles) between Ha’apai and Vava’u. Not to mention, Tonga’s larger islands are well worth exploring on land. So how do you get around Tonga?
To get between island groups, flights operate daily except Sundays. They are the fastest and most comfortable way to get between islands, therefore the most expensive option. Learn more about flying between the island groups in The Guide to Flights in Tonga.
Cargo-style boats and fast catamaran passenger ferries travel between Tongatapu, ‘Eua, Ha’apai and Vava’u several times a week. They are cheaper than flying but trips can last several hours. See The Guide to Travelling in Tonga by Ferry to learn much more about this transport method.
Car rental is available in Tongatapu and Vava’u. We have The Guide to Renting a Car in Tonga to give you more rental car advice.
Taxis are available in Tongatapu and Vava’u. Ask for the going rate, as many don’t use meters. See The Guide to Taxis in Tonga for more tips.
Buses are ultra-cheap, providing a local experience to get around Tongatapu and a more limited service on Vava’u. We have a guide for that too, in How to Travel Around Tonga By Bus.
There are a lot more ways to travel around Tonga between resort transfers and guided tours, so be sure to browse our Tonga Transport Guide: 10 Ways to Get Around Tonga for more advice.
Accommodation in Tonga for Couples
It would be an understatement to say that Tonga’s accommodations are intimate (with the exception of one large hotel in Nuku’alofa). Choose from romantic beachfront resorts typically consisting of only two to seven fales (beach houses), while guesthouses provide a cheap and homely experience. Hotels and holiday homes are also options.
Typically lining a beach or private island, Tonga’s resorts are small and tranquil. Most have either an à la carte-menu restaurant or a dining room where shared meals are served. Many resorts will offer their own array of free and paid experiences, such as whale swimming, scuba diving, use of watersports equipment and more. Resorts are by no means five stars but range from basic traditionally built fales to well-appointed bungalows. Learn more about what to expect from Tonga’s resorts in How to Pick the Best Honeymoon Resort in Tonga for You. Plus, don’t miss the 10 Best Romantic Resorts in Tonga.
Hotels can be found in Tonga’s two largest towns, Nuku’alofa and Neiafu. They range in quality from one international brand hotel to three-star boutique hotels to budget hotels. Check out How to Pick the Best Hotel in Tonga for You for more of an overview or jump straight to our favourites in the 10 Best Hotels in Tongatapu and 5 Best Hotels in Vava’u.
Available in each island group’s main towns, guesthouses are usually owned by locals providing affordable and authentic Tongan hospitality. Think of them as a B&B; guests have a private room, sometimes with an ensuite, and share communal facilities like a kitchen and bathroom. Find out more about their facilities in How to Pick the Best Guesthouse in Tonga for You, as well as our top picks in the 10 Best Guesthouses in Tonga.
For couples seeking their own space and perhaps conveniences like self-catering facilities, choose one of the holiday homes in Tonga. Check out How to Pick the Best Holiday Home in Tonga for You for more details. Plus, be sure to browse the 10 Best Holiday Homes in Tonga.
And for our most romantic picks for all types of accommodation, check out the 10 Best Honeymoon Accommodations in Tonga.
Romantic Things to Do in Tonga
Tonga hooks most couples with the prospect of swimming with humpback whales but there’s much more to this island nation. You never know, after browsing our 101 Best Things to Do in Tonga: The Ultimate List you might just realise that there are amazing experiences even outside of the whale season.
In terms of activities perfectly suited to a couples’ getaway, some of the highlights include:
- Buddy up on a scuba diving trip
- Test your teamwork in the double kayak
- Sail Vava’u in a luxury yacht
- Indulge in a private dinner on the beach
- Go on an island hike together
- Have a private island experience
- Go horse riding on the beach TTD362
- Have a life-changing experience together swimming with whales.
Check out more ideas, as well as have more elaboration in the 10 Romantic Things to Do in Tonga for Couples.
Dining in Tonga
Tonga’s restaurants can be found in Nuku’alofa and Neiafu, as well as some of its resorts. They typically have international influences, such as Italian, American, British, Chinese and more, as well as local Tongan dishes. Check out our top dining picks in The Guide to the Best Eats & Restaurants in Tonga.
Tongan food can be sampled at Tongan restaurants in Nuku’alofa, at cultural shows and buffets on Tongatapu, on cultural tours in Ha’apai, and at Sunday umu feasts in ‘Eua and Vava’u. Check out which meals to look out for in the 6 Unique Foods in Tonga You Have to Try.
Self-catering is often an option at some accommodations, where travellers can pick up food from small supermarkets, fale koloa (convenience stores), and produce markets. Get advice on self-catering in our guide on Where to Buy Food in Tonga.
Want to know more about dining in Tonga? Head to The Guide to the Food in Tonga.
Typical Costs and Travel Budget: How Much Does a Honeymoon in Tonga Cost?
We all travel very differently. Therefore, making a precise budget for everyone is, quite frankly, an impossible task. Nevertheless, you can work out your own needs, thus budget, by simply looking at the typical prices listed below or in our article, Tonga Travel Budget: How Much Does a Trip to Tonga Cost?
The Cost of Accommodation
- Guesthouse double room/night – TOP$60-$90
- Guesthouse double ensuite/night – TOP$100-$120
- Hotel double ensuite/night – TOP$200-$350
- Mid-range resort fale (bungalow)/night – TOP$280-$400
Get more accommodation prices in our guide, What is the Cost of Accommodation in Tonga?
The Cost of Food
- Main breakfast meal – TOP$10-$20
- Main lunch meal – TOP$14-$30
- Main dinner meal – TOP$20-$40
- Pint of beer – TOP$8-$10
- Small coffee – TOP$5
- Cocktail – TOP$13-$19
- Non-alcoholic drink – TOP$5
Grocery prices for self-catering can be found in What is the Cost of Food in Tonga?
The Cost of Tours and Activities
- Guided land sightseeing tour – TOP$75-$100
- Guided hike – TOP$70
- Culture tour/3 hours – TOP$75
- Botanical gardens tour – TOP$35-$50
- Cultural show & buffet – TOP$35-$55
- ‘Anahulu Cave entry – TOP$15
- Massage/60 minutes – TOP$90-$235
- Whale swimming tour – TOP$350-$690
- Scuba diving/two-tank – TOP$300 -$420
- Game fishing/half-day – TOP$455-$600
- Guided boat sightseeing/snorkel tour – TOP$120-$355
- Kayak hire/day – TOP$0-$140
- Snorkel hire/day – TOP$0-$25
- Sailing charter 2 guests/night – TOP$200-$690
Get more examples of activity prices, as well as free activities, in our guide, What is the Cost of Activities in Tonga?
The Cost of Transport
- Bicycle rental/day – TOP$0-$30
- Scooter rental/day – TOP$50
- Car rental/day – TOP$40-$150
- Public bus/trip – TOP$0.70-$3
- Taxi/30 minutes – TOP$30-$50
- Accommodation/airport transfers – TOP$4-$60
- Ferry/Tongatapu to Vava’u – TOP$80-$150
- Island resort airport transfer – TOP$60-$230
- Flight/Tongatapu to Vava’u – TOP$350
Get transport prices for more routes in our guide, What is the Cost of Transport in Tonga? And again, check out our guide, Tonga Travel Budget: How Much Does a Trip to Tonga Cost? for more budget tips and costs.
More About Romantic Getaways and Honeymoons in Tonga
That’s it for our honeymoon and romantic getaway guide to Tonga but by no means the end of our Tonga advice! Check out the following guides for more tips for couples:
- 10 Romantic Things to Do in Tonga for Couples
- 8 Reasons to Have a Destination Wedding in Tonga
- Everything You Need to Know About Getting Married in Tonga
Finally, if this complete honeymoon guide to Tonga wasn’t enough, how about scrolling through The Complete Travel Guide to Tonga?


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Mobile Number Portability From May, says Raja
The much-awaited mobile number portability (MNP) is expected to be launched by the first week of May, starting from Chennai and Bangalore. A Raja, Minister for Communication and Information Technology said this during the launch of 3G services in Bangalore by state-owned BSNL.
The mobile number portability (MNP) would allow the users to switch service providers without changing phone numbers. It was earlier planned to be introduced in March this year. However, the service got delayed due to it delay in security clearance from the government.
There has been significant increase in the number of new mobile subscribers in the last three years, he said. India added 19 million telecom subscribers in December 2009, taking the total number of subscribers to 580 million. It is expected to touch 600 million subscribers in the next two months.
"When the National Telecom Policy was devised in 1999, a categorical assurance was given that we are going to achieve 600 million telephone connections by 2012. In December 2009 itself, we have already reached 580 million telephone connections. And in another two months, we will achieve 600 million connections," he said.
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The Roanoke Girls by Amy Engel
Published March 7th, 2017 by Crown
Please note: I received an ARC of this book in for my honest review and participation in the TLC Book Tour.
I read and enjoyed The Book of Ivy by Amy Engel. When I found out she was writing an adult mystery, I had to get my hands on it. The Roanoke Girls is the story of a missing woman, an insanely dysfunctional family, a small town, and a woman returning home to look for her missing cousin.
It had me at “missing woman” and “dysfunctional family.”
About 20 pages in—I swear, it’s not really a spoiler—you plunge into the depths of this family’s dysfunction. The main character Lane left Roanoke when she was a teenager because she found something out.
What was it? Incest. Lots and lots of incest. This book is completely riddled with it, so if that bothers you, definitely don’t pick this one up.
I wasn’t really sure what to make of this book. On one hand, I read it pretty quickly, wanting to know how it would end and what would be revealed. On the other hand, I found it unnecessarily sordid and I was grossed out most of the time.
The main character, Lane, is not the most likable of people. She is understandably messed up. I mean, her mother killed herself, and then she moved to the horror show that is Roanoke. She only spent one summer there, but it was enough to leave her marked for the rest of her life.
I found Lane’s character and that of her cousin Allegra quite fascinating. They have so many layers. It was quite interesting to see how they dealt with what happened to them, and how bits of their characters are revealed throughout the story.
For the most part, I found the main characters complex, flawed, and intriguing. But I found the secondary characters a little flat, a little stereotypical, a little uneven.
Honestly, I’m not sure how I felt about this book. I didn’t love it, I didn’t hate it. I wish the
incest thing was a big twisty reveal and not present throughout the whole book. It was just too sordid for me. If I could see past that and tell you what I thought of the rest of the book, I would–but I just can’t.
I love stories about messed up people and families and the prodigal son/daughter thing. I love eerie, personal mysteries that bring broken families back together just to break them again. But I didn’t love the direction this story took. I was uncomfortable the entire time.
Maybe that was the intention of the book? If so, it just wasn’t for me. However, if you like really dark stories that use that darkness as a catalyst for character exploration, you might enjoy this book. It is well written with really interesting main characters.
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Enthusiasm for food and top-drawer ingredients are combined with skilled cooking techniques to produce dishes that are innovative, colourful and packed with mouth-watering flavour. Menus are inspired by the land, sea and season and all are designed to be enjoyed in the chic setting of this stunning 5 star hotel.
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Pursuit guidance is a form of guidance widely used in older ground attack missiles.
In pursuit guidance, the missile is steered so that the velocity vector of the missile always points at the target, i.e. it has always the direction of the line of sight. In the early days of guided missiles where the computers were analog this was an easy implementation in the hardware. It found particular use in the early laser-guided bombs with the aerodynamically stabilized birdies on the front of the bomb. The birdies sit on a universal joint and thus will point in the direction of the relative wind. If the laser receiver is placed on this wind stabilized reference, the angle that the laser is off the wind vector is the same as is measured relative to the centerline of the seeker. Thus, the angle is constructed easily in analog hardware.
The disadvantage of this guidance law is that in most scenarios, it will bring the missile into a tail-chase towards the end of the missile's flight. This usually requires the missile to fly for longer, increasing the likelihood that the missile will run out of fuel or otherwise not reach the target. On the other hand, tail-chases can be better for heat-seeking air-to-air missiles, since the hottest part of the target is generally the jet exhausts.
Another disadvantage is that this guidance law tends to require more maneuvering from the missile than laws such as proportional guidance, and that maneuvering may exceed the missile's performance envelope.
Since modern computers allow the implementation of more complex guidance laws with relatively little cost in weight or other design factors, pursuit guidance is rarely used in modern missiles.
- Lin, C. F. (1991). Modern Navigation, Guidance, And Control Processing. Prentice-Hall. ISBN 0-13-596230-7.


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Hawken Gamescom Gameplay Footage
It even hovers like the Robocop no one cared about!
PC Gamer has captured some gameplay footage of the yet-unreleased free-to-play shooter, Hawken. The video was taken at Gamescom and has a lot of mech-FPS action. Developed by the indie team at Adhesive Games, this is looking very impressive for a game created by a small studio. The action is paced well, the combat has a good feel to it, and the game is just absolutely gorgeous.
We can glean a lot of information from this four and a half minute video, but the most important piece of information is that PC Gamer loves techno music. They have self-admitted to adding the soundtrack due to issues with the audio recording. I now have this idea in my mind of their offices, with techno continually looping in the background, with designated times that all of the lights go out and everyone is forced to use glow sticks to light their ways.
Hawken is slated for release in December 2012 and beta registration is open at playhawken.com.
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While there is currently little evidence of price pressure compared with a year ago, supermarket chain Shoprite has warned that food prices could increase over the next few months.
Hester Vermeulen, economist at the Bureau for Food and Agricultural Policy (BFAP), agreed, adding that food prices were bound to increase due to factors such as the expected fuel price hike, which would drive up food distribution costs, as well as continued drought pressure in different parts of the country, that could negatively impact grain and vegetable prices.
Other factors contributing to food inflation included political uncertainty, fears about land expropriation without compensation, and fluctuations in the exchange rate of the rand against major currencies, Vermuelen said.
According to BFAP’s latest analysis, vegetable prices had increased the most of all food groups, with prices 11,1% higher in January this year compared with the corresponding period last year, and 3,3% higher than in December 2018.
Fish prices were up nearly 6% year-on-year, and 2,3% on the previous month.
“This is bad news for consumers, who are already struggling to achieve proper dietary diversity and may be forced to eat less vegetables and alternative protein options, such as canned fish, and more starches. [This could] exacerbate problems associated with poor nutrition,” Vermeulen said.
Although the increase in fruit prices was lower than 1% during the same period, large difference were evident between different fruit varieties.
Vermeulen therefore advised consumers to keep costs low by buying local fruit that was in season.
Meat prices increased about 1% year-on-year, but no significant increases were expected over the next few months as a result of an export ban on meat products due to the recent foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, which could result in supplies being diverted to the local market, she said.


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After hitting it hard earlier this year with his debut single to get international recognition, Kid Cudi is back to release his much anticipated debut album titled “Man On The Moon: End Of The Day”. He’s the latest hip-hop sensation to get widespread attention as the protégé of self-proclaimed “Hip-Hop Icon”, Kanye West. It’s known to our attention that Cudi made an impression on West’s 2008 album, “808’s and Heartbreaks” with thespian hip-hop tracks produced by the earlier. Cudi’s savvy formation of meaningful tracks makes him a force to be reckoned with.
“Man on The Moon” sums up to his Mescudi’s abilities. The Cleveland born rapper never failed to impress critiques with his cathartic anthems infused with vivid representation of his words to his tunes. His construe of pragmatical segments of his life is unflaggingly depicted on most of the tracks in the album.
Who would want to be known as a protégé of a famous rap artist? I don’t think that’s what Kid Cudi’s aiming for. His combined effort, sweat and tears resulted in an unexpected debut. It’s quite impressive in myriads of aspects but lacks vivace in terms of likability. It’s meant to be heard by people who can appreciate a thespian view of hip-hop music.
The album is clearly a deviation from today’s explicitly produced HIP-HOP music. Instead, the album’s introspective view of hip-hop music is superficially conspicuous. It lacks the usual ambiguity on its lyrics. I say, Kid Cudi successfully made his impression into the industry with this outstandingly crafted LP. “Man On The Moon: End Of The Day” truly defies contemporary hip-hop music and absolutely introduces a new perception about the true meaning of Hip-Hop. GENIUS.
RELEASED: September 15, 2009
STAND-OUT TRACKS: “Make Her Say”, “Solo Dolo”, “Alive”, “Sky Might Fall”, “Day ‘N’ Nite”


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Woody W (jp) wrote: Hopper carries over some of his Easy Rider theatrics into this film about an unsuccessful train robber having a go at going straight. He plays a likable character that meanders through the movie getting into mischief here and there while the a-hole sheriff (Ben Johnson) dogs him and anyone else he just does not feel "smells right". Peter Boyle is good as the crazy preacher that also wants to fly in his home made flying machine. In Easy Rider fashion, Hopper has scenes that preach to the audience about his thoughts on civilization and society. Now days, these come off as very lame, but I'm sure at the time in 1973, people were nodding their heads and saying "man, he is right on dude." Not a bad western and entertaining with only a few slow spots, but not a great movie. If you like light hearted westerns and Dennis Hopper, you'll enjoy this film.
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