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Captain James CookPrint Page
Monument erected by the Byron Shire Council to commemorate the bicentenaryof the landing of Captain Cook in Australia in 1770.
Captain James Cook sailed northward along this coastline in HMS Endeavour. Byron Bay was named by Captain James Cook as he sailed up the coast in 1770. Captain Cook named Cape Byron after Vice-Admiral John Byron who was the grandfather of the famous 19th century poet, Lord Byron.
|Address:||Lighthouse Road, Cape Byron Headland Reserve Car Park, Byron Bay, 2481|
|GPS Coordinates:||Lat: -28.642037|
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
|Actual Event STart Date:||15-May-1770|
|Actual Event End Date:||15-May-1770|
|Approx. Monument Dedication Date:||1970|


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Mission: To build a culture of philanthropy by harnessing the expertise & passion of our alumni, parents & friends to raise private support for the education, practical research & public service that transforms the lives of our students, faculty, staff & the people we serve.
Programs: The campus program fund enriches our academic, co-curricular and community programs by providing faculty and staff with enhanced resources that give students the real-world, team-oriented and cross-disciplinary experiences they need to graduate work-ready, think creatively, problem solve and develop productive relationships in their careers and lives. The fund also supports faculty development, college-based programs and projects and campus organizations that benefit the public through educational, cultural and social services.
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dangota mining zambia,Update On Trading And Conversion To Coal - ::Welcome to Dangote .Aug 31, 2016 . We have accelerated installation of our coal mills and coal mining . in Cameroon, Ethiopia, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia.dangota mining zambia,Dangote cement plant to open in Zambia - African ReviewMar 26, 2015 . The US$400mn Dangote cement plant in Masaiti on the Zambian . on the plant and already have permission to start mining,” said Dangote.
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Samsung is continuing its push into the b2b sector, sealing a major deal with West Yorkshire Police to supply 4,000 Samsung Galaxy Note 3 devices to front-line officers, in place of traditional pocket notebooks.
The devices will cut the time spent by police officers on administration, allowing them to use secure online apps to record a crime without having to return to a station.
West Yorkshire Police, Assistant Chief Constable, Andy Battle said: ‘This initiative will exploit technology to maximise the capability and effectiveness of policing at the front line. It will potentially lead to 7,000 front- line officers and staff using the devices.
‘As a result of this project, there will be an increase in the amount of time they are able to spend on the streets, dealing with crime and public safety.’
The Galaxy Note 3 includes an e-notebook, which allows officers to record information and make intelligence submissions via secure mobile police apps.
A national audit conducted in 2012, which looked at mobile working in policing across the UK, showed that an average of 18 minutes of additional time on the streets was generated by using mobiles.
Battle added: ‘From a West Yorkshire perspective, one minute of extra time on the street per officer, per day equates to a million pounds’ worth of additional policing annually.’
Graham Long, VP of Samsung’s UK enterprise business team, said: ‘Police officers do an amazing job ensuring safety on our streets, and thanks to huge advances in technology, response times are now quicker than ever and they can spend more time on the front line.
‘The Samsung technology being used by West Yorkshire Police will streamline processes, cut admin time and give officers instant access to crucial information wherever they are, helping the force save money and lives. We’re delighted to be playing our part in this transition and look forward to seeing the benefits to the force and wider community.’
West Yorkshire Police and Crime Commissioner Mark Burns-Williamson said the mobile devices will also help ameliorate the effect of Government cuts of more than £160 million pounds between 2010 and 2017.
He added: ‘It is imperative that we continue to look towards new ways of working that ensure our neighbourhoods are safe and feel safe.’

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I entered this game jam to familiarize myself with GameMaker as i havent used it before. Im not much of an artist so wanted to keep the design simple so have decided create a 2D Shooter focused mainly on gameplay with cuboid style characters.
- 3-5 Enemy Types
- Atleast 2-3 Different Environments
- 5+ Weapons for the Player
- Special Abilities
- Boss Fight
Players control Blu as he fights through the invading Purps for control of BoxWorld
I will be using Gamemaker : Standard Edition & Paint.NET
Will try to update this every couple of days with my progress.

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Importance Of Developing Social Skills For Kidsby Ananya Khanna Learn Soft Skills Online
Children who develop social skills are better prepared for a lifetime of healthier relationships in all areas of life. Social skills for kids are essential for social functioning. Good manners, effective communication with others, consideration for others' feelings, and expressing personal needs are all vital components of great social skills. Each stage of development requires a particular set of tactics for assisting kids in developing these crucial skills.
It is possible to begin establishing social skills in infants as early as possible. Babies are unable to express their desires directly. This means you'll have to pay close attention to your baby's actions and nonverbal signs. Give your child what they require once you have determined what they require. If that doesn't work, you may have misunderstood their requirements and should try again.
Playdates are an important aspect of childhood development. A playdate is an excellent approach to expose your child to the concept of following rules when a friend visits and teaches him how to be polite to visitors. You can go over all of the activities that the kids can do together, and then have your child choose three activities for his guest. You can have them choose activities one at a time. This will help them avoid conflicts and teach them how to compromise.
The practices listed below can improve your social skills for kids even more:
Teach empathy by having your child act out different scenarios and asking them how they think other people might feel when certain things happen.
Explain personal space to your child, emphasizing the importance of having personal space in order to feel comfortable, and modeling appropriate ways to engage with others during playtime.
Teach kids how to start a discussion, gain someone's attention, or join a group of kids who are already playing together by practicing social overtures. All of these scenarios can be discussed and pondered over dinner or in the car on the way to school or activities.
Explain what it means to wait, take turns, and share by sitting with your child for at least an hour a day and playing with him.
It is critical for kids to develop and practice the social skills that society considers proper in order to form satisfying human interactions. It is critical to teach children how to behave in a way that allows them to form relationships with others.
Also read: 7 CRITICAL SKILLS YOU CAN TEACH YOUR CHILD
As children get older, they interact with more people in scenarios where direct parental monitoring is impossible. Children make friends within their peer group and quickly learn more about socializing, hopefully refining their social abilities as they grow and mature, drawing on what they have learned at home and school about socializing. The development of these bonds is critical for all kids. Friends provide essential services for children that parents cannot provide, and they play an important part in molding kids’ social skills and sense of self.
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On this episode of The Resistance Broadcast, we discuss…
Poll Results; Spencer Wilding Cast In Untitled Han Solo Spinoff Film (DEBUNKED); Name Of The New Resistance Fighters On Crait; SDCC Hasbro Panel Rundown; New Toys Give Us Looks At Poe Dameron and Snoke’s Praetorian Guard; TLJ Sticker Book Sneak Peeks Including New Stormtroopers and Kylo Ren; John Burn’s Upcoming Fan Comic: “Eternal Empire”; Star Wars Battlefront II Alpha Mining Reveals; Kyle Larson Interview; Is The Force With You OR Not With You; Reader Questions; Final Thoughts
Host: Patric Covey
Leaders of the Resistance: John Hoey, Bill Sheehy, James Baney, Kyle Larson
Spencer Wilding debunks having a role in the upcoming untitled Han Solo spinoff movie.
Check out Kyle’s Non-Spoiler review of Star Wars Battlefront II: Inferno Squad, click here.
The New Resistance Fighter seen on Crait is known as the “Resistance Ski Speeder”. An image of the upcoming toy for the speeder was leaked online recently showing it in its full glory and will come with a “Captain Poe Dameron” figurine. Stay tuned as we learn more about this Ski Speeder in the coming months!
The 72-page TLJ Sticker Book will be coming this December with the release of the film. Details can be found here.
To learn more about Hasbro’s panel from SDCC, click here.
Check out Filoni’s story he posted on Twitter about Kanan and Ahsoka here.
If you would like to submit questions for the show you can Tweet us at our brand new Twitter account @RBatSWNN using hashtag #starwarsnewsnet, #theresistancebroadcast, #trb, #swnn, message us on the Cantina Forum in the questions and comments thread, or send an email to firstname.lastname@example.org.
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Thiruvananthapuram: Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan informed the media that the amendment to the Kerala Police Act will not be implemented as various opinions came up from different sections.
The governor has promulgated an ordinance regarding this.
Earlier the Kerala state government had decided to bring an amendment as an effort to stop false propaganda which questions the citizen’s individual freedom and constitution-given dignity, through social media and through other means.
There are criticisms and complaints from various corners of society against defamatory, false and obscene propaganda. There are big protests in society against merciless attacks against women and transgenders.
There have been incidents which led to families being dismembered and victims dying by suicide. Many, including heads of media organisations, demanded the legislative route against this. This was the context in which amendment to the Police Act was considered.
After the amendment was announced, Many, including those who support the Left Democratic Front and those who stand for the defence of democracy, expressed concern. In this context, the legislative amendment will not be implemented. Further steps will be taken after detailed discussion is held in the Legislative Assembly, and after listening to opinions from all sides.
It is requested that those who have indulged in propaganda that is not in keeping with the esence of individual freedom and humanity through social media and through other means desist from such activity, and that the entire society should remain vigilant about this, CM said.


Following the lead of our progressive neighbors to the north, San Francisco, the City of Los Angeles has decided to ban plastic bags by 2010. A bit of a disclaimer, though – the ban will be implemented only if the State does not impose a 25 cent fee for each bag requested by a customer. This bill (AB 2058) is coming up for a vote in August. Still, it’s a step in the right direction, putting pressure on lawmakers to reduce the 2.3 billion bags used by consumers in Los Angeles.
The announcement comes after Los Angeles County supervisors caused disappointment in January when they abandoned a threat to ban the bags, choosing instead a voluntary program where stores were to “encourage” customers to bring reusable bags. In other words, the status quo.
The City Council also voted to ban Styrofoam at all city-owned facilities, including LAX, by 2009. Though Los Angeles collects Styrofoam for recycling, there isn’t really a market for it – by the time it is melted down, very little material is left. Last I heard, Styrofoam was being stored until another solution could be found…like a ban! Ta da!
Both plastic bags and Styrofoam are a major environmental hazard in Los Angeles. If you’ve ever been to the beach after a rain, you know what I mean – the fact that the entire region’s storm system drains into the Santa Monica and San Pedro Bays, untreated, is hard to miss. Every cigarette butt, plastic bag, and Styrofoam cup (now in a bajillion teeny tiny pieces) that hit the streats in the Southland is now on the beach and in the water. The resulting contamination and threat to marine life is obvious. So, ban aside, you still have the personal choice not to accept these items – exercise it!
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The Bubble Bubble is produced by economic analyst and Forbes columnist Jesse Colombo, who was called one of the “Ten People Who Predicted the Financial Meltdown” in 2008 by the London Times.
Switzerland’s housing bubble is a part of the overall Post-2009 Northern & Western European Housing Bubble that has inflated because of the strong investment inflows that these countries have attracted since the Global Financial Crisis due to their perceived economic safe-haven statuses, serving to further inflate these countries’ preexisting property bubbles that had expanded from the mid-1990s until 2008.
|Global and EU economic turmoil have heightened Switzerland’s traditional economic safe-haven appeal, particularly due to the fact that Switzerland is not a part of the EU and has its own currency, the Swiss Franc. After suffering from an early 1990s property bubble, Swiss property prices rose an average 42% since the year 2000, with prices doubling in some spots, for reasons similar to those of concurrent European housing booms. The median price for a house across Switzerland is now a California circa 2005-esque $850,000, $2.1 million in Zurich and an astronomical $2.55 million in Geneva.  Switzerland’s central bank (the Swiss National Bank), in an effort to stem the rapid EU-crisis induced rise in the Swiss Franc, cut interest rates to 0% and instituted a currency ceiling in the summer of 2011, creating alarmingly similar monetary conditions to those that caused Switzerland’s 1980s property bubble.
In response to rising Swiss real estate prices, UBS launched a Swiss real estate bubble index.
|The index currently stands close record highs, while the Swiss National Bank Chairman Philipp Hildebrand warned that, “A rise in real-estate prices is among the greatest threats to Switzerland’s economy.”  Most worrisome is the warning of Janwillem Acket, chief economist for Julius Baer Group Ltd., who claims that Switzerland could experience its own version of the subprime borrowing crisis, saying, “People who shouldn’t be borrowing are now seriously considering entering the housing market.” |
The German DEKA bank claims that the Swiss home price to income ratio is in dangerous territory: Switzerland could be next to follow Norway and Canada into a bust of the real estate bubble.
According to the IMF, Swiss real estate prices have risen by an average of 6% per year since 2008; they slowed to 4.3% in H2/2013.
For us DEKA has not understood some mechanisms of global macro:
- Wealthy foreigners are still looking for a refuge against high taxes and potential capital confiscation in Europe. The wealthy in Asia and Russia need global capital diversification, away from corruption and potential confiscation in their home country. Regulation like Lex Koller is ineffective1
- The upper 20% in Switzerland are becoming rich and richer, a driving force is the Swiss current account surplus of 13% of GDP.
- The investment home-bias: For a Swiss investor there are currently no better investment alternatives available in a risk/return perspective. One of these risks is currency risk, which Swiss investors do not like after their bad experience with the ever falling dollar and the collapse of stock markets in emerging markets in 2013.
- The referendum against mass immigration aims to increase the “quality” of immigrants. It might reduce the yearly net immigration from 80000 to values between 50000 to 60000, which is a 0.7% yearly change compared to population. (Details about future immigration in the NZZ). The 0.7% is far more than the 0.4% net immigration to the United States. Improving Swiss values for natural population change are not counted yet (see more).
- As opposed to other immigration countries like the US and Canada, Switzerland has limited space.
- Swiss home prices are really high in hot spots like Geneva, Zurich or Zug, areas where highly qualified foreign personnel migrated to and foreign investors are most interested in. Prices in London or New York mirror the same phenomenon; but they are far higher than in Zurich, a bit higher than in Geneva.
- Cheap SNB money: The availability of cheap financing via ultra-loose monetary policy in Europe should last for another decade. As opposed to the rest of Europe, Swiss cheap interest rates help to massively increase money supply and credit.
- The combination of inflows via current and capital inflows, the absence of better investments and loose monetary policy creates rational expectations that push home prices higher than “sober investors” would suggest.
- The cyclicality of global macro combined with cheap money enables it that countries that did not have real estate bubble until 2007, must have one after it. This argument concerns in the future in particular Germany and Switzerland. The argument explains why bubbles last more than twenty years in commodity countries like Norway, Australia and Canada.
- Macro-prudential measures like the counter-cyclical capital buffer are teeth-less, because capital inflows, receding fear and rising risk appetite are able to counter the required higher capital ratios.
- Economists often claim that Swiss housing debt is too high. But they ignore that many Swiss have big financial assets in addition to housing debt. High Swiss financial assets are reflected in high current account surpluses. Therefore many global comparisons leave out Swiss housing debt, an example is the “McKinsey debt bible“.
Norway and Sweden are countries that follow the Swiss example: Massive housing debt does not harm thanks to rising financial assets and current account surpluses. This is reflected in the ongoing discussion between the dovish Krugman/Svensson on one side and the initially hawkish Swedish Rijksbank. Svensson even argues that debt to income (or GDP) is a misleading indicator.
- Switzerland is still in a phase of slowly rising wages, while real estate price appreciate far more quickly. Real incomes are strongly positive.
Housing markets tend to break down in three steps:
Phase 1: The current account and the currency depreciates. This often happens when wages are rising too quickly. Inflation-adjusted home prices rise as people continue to buy into real estate as hedge against inflation.
Phase 2: The central bank hikes rates. This helps to stop capital outflows but weakens the economy and may increase unemployment. Most often inflation-adjusted home prices depreciate in this phase.
Phase 3: If high rates and unemployment are not able to stop excessive wage increases, then foreign investors leave the country (see point 1). Finally nominal home prices fall.
We are quite distant from all those symptoms in Switzerland. Wage increases are still weak: 0.8% per year, the current account surplus is at 13% of GDP. But rising wages in Canada, Norway or Russia combined with overvalued home prices triggered phase 1 in these countries.
|13. The following home price to income index by the Economist explains why Swiss or Japanese real estate is cheap in a historical and global perspective, but prices in Belgium, Canada , the UK or New Zealand are expensive. It must be emphasized that Switzerland has strong immigration and Japan strong population ageing and low immigration. Read more in Swiss home price to income ratio is small in global and historical comparison.||
The Economist house-price index
|The newest research from Deutsche Bank bases its analysis on the historical averages of price to income and price to rent. Unfortunately Deutsche does not show Switzerland in the overview. But Deutsche seems to be consistent with the full data of the Economist historical averages, when we look at the outlayers Belgium, Canada, New Zealand. Switzerland must be on the bottom of the list between the US and Germany: The recently released IMF website on housing includes Switzerland, it reveals that prices are 1% above the historical average of the price to rent ratio t and 10% below the historical average of the price to income ratio.|
Now we understand why DEKA published its research that shows three times green for Germany and at of red for other countries, incl. Switzerland. DEKA is the central asset manager and research provider behind all German Sparkassen; one main business is to sell mortgages in Germany. Research must fit into the sales strategy.
White the Swiss GDP in Q1/2014 was driven solely by construction, home price increases started to slow. Whole Europe is in dis- or deflation and so is China. Recently prices in several Chinese cities have even started to fall. Given that real estate is a hedge against inflation, it is not surprising that prices in Switzerland slowed, too. But if you believe what the mainstream says, then low inflation will not continue for very long.
- Wealthy foreigners might move physically to Switzerland, to which the Swiss are very open. Alternatively they could migrate to Switzerland at least on paper, renting a flat for some time [↩]


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How to develop more self-belief. How can I become more self-confident
I wrote this from the beautiful sunny Island of Guadeloupe, one of the French Caribbean Islands. Look it up and if you ever get the chance go and visit. We chose to go there for a holiday during the festive period of 2015. I love to travel as often as possible and Christmas is a great time to experience different places.
I had a very interesting experience whilst there, which inspired me to write this. One day I went for a run, a ritual of mine that I practice wherever I am, home or away. There are a lot of steep hills on Basseterre the Western Island of Guadeloupe, which for me makes running a great challenge. Also a challenge, are the stray dogs that sometimes roam freely, bark at me and sometimes follow me. I am never quite sure whether they will chase and attack or if they are just lonely and looking for company. Whilst running I took a terrible fall, which left me rather shaken. I have been running long distances including hill running for many years now and I have never had such a harsh fall.
I felt there was a great metaphor in the story and some good learning for me that I thought was also a great share for others. As I mentioned, the hills there are steep and some of the steepest I have ever run. On each occasion I'd been out running and managed to reach the summit of any particular hill challenge, I must admit I had been rather pleased with myself. Panting, breathing heavily, dodging the cars as they raced up and down the roads around me, driving Caribbean style, yes I’d been as pleased as punch each time I reached the goal that had I set for a particular run, which had always been the top of a hill. Running on a flat road has always been easy for me and I can run for miles and miles this way. I had also been running early in the morning to avoid any heat challenges. The excitement of hill running was what was getting me out of bed so early whilst on vacation.
We had moved to a new property halfway through he holiday so I had a new hill to conquer…how exciting. I ran for a few kilometres and then I gradually started the ascent towards Le Saut d’acomat a beautiful waterfall and pool near Pointe Noire. I climbed the hill reached the peak and quietly punched the air in my mind, I had reached my goal. I was now running on the flat, easy right? I have no idea what happened next, I am still unable to really describe it fully as it all happened so quickly. I was running and I think I must have been running quite quickly, spurred on by the elation of reaching my goal. I tripped and fell forward and hit the ground really hard. I had put my hands out to try to lessen the impact of the fall but I fell so heavily, putting my hands out was futile. I picked myself up, I was both shaken and stirred. I even had the audacity to try and keep running a little bit more (away from home), with the injuries I had sustained. I eventually paid heed and started to make my way back home in a sort of run, walk, jog slowly, fashion. I sustained a deep shoulder wound which resembled a newly acquired red tattoo due to the skin being scraped off and a broken ring finger on my right hand.
For me the metaphor and learning from this story is this, once you have achieved your goal keep your eyes and mind open, have a plan for what to do after the goal has been achieved, be mindful, focused and pay attention. Perhaps set a new goal building on from the one that you have just achieved and don’t rest on your laurels too much. Celebrate your achievements by all means but watch out for anything that may trip you up.
I'm older and wiser than I look. After many years in the corporate world I decided to branch out on my own…brave eh? My tenacity, resilience and wonderful sense of fulfilment from what I do keeps me doing.

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You can search for a document by typing a full or partial word in the search bar. The platform will find words within a document not just the title of the document.
Begin typing a word into the search bar in any page.
Once you begin typing you will see a list of documents where that word is found. You will also see the category, sub-category and folder where each document is located for easy reference.

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Jørgen Rungby is Professor of Clinical Pharmacology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Aarhus. He is Chief Physician at the Department of Endocrinology, Gentofte University Hospital. He is past chairman of the Danish Endocrine Society and was on the organizing committee of the ECE
2013. Jørgen Rungby graduated as MD and in 1990 he completed his doctorate (DMSc, PhD). Jørgen Rungby is engaged in examining how drugs work, especially for the treatment of diabetes. The methods include both the most basic studies of the genes of the cells affected by the drugs, physiological studies of medicinal influence on cell and organ function, and studies of the health effects of medical treatment at the population level. More recently, his research focuses on hormonal regulation of central nervous system functions.

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Chemistry of food preparation
This chemical reaction makes any morning toast tastier!
Did you know that the formation of bread crusts has been studied for over 100 years?
Warning! Only under adult supervision.
- frying pan;
- vegetable oil;
If you toast a slice of bread for a minute, it turns out golden and crisp. When you peel some potatoes and fry them in a greased frying pan, they also turn a beautiful golden-brown after a while. Why?
All foods contain proteins and carbohydrates. When heated, these compounds partially decompose to amino acids and sugars. Amino acid molecules contain special fragments (amino groups), as do sugars (aldehyde groups). Due to these fragments, amino acids and sugars react in what is known as the Maillard reaction to form hundreds of new compounds, which are responsible for the crispness and pleasant aroma of cooked food. This reaction has been studied for more than a hundred years, but the exact compositions of all the products of this reaction have not yet been established.
Cool and safe experiments await you in the MEL Chemistry subscription!

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Whereas, we should not talk about that he is a representative of the ball. The media indicated through his speech that Mohamed Salah is a representative of Egypt as he is unique and not a representative of the Egyptian football and added that he is not the son of the Egyptian football system.
He explained through his speech and said that the Egyptian system is a failure and should not be a representative of it, stressing that the Egyptian sports system is unable to produce a world star and we do not have a good system, and that Hassan Shehata would have been ousted before he won the African Championship.
He added that Mohamed Salah He developed himself and worked with the European thought and mind of sports and commented on the matter and said the scene of the masses rushing towards Mohamed Salah in the past situation was repeated, and the scene of the system and its failure possesses randomness and decadence of management, as there are millions of players as righteous and could not survive our failed sports systems.
It is reported that Mohamed Salah escaped from the siege of some fans and children in Cairo Stadium after the end of the match, after he was surprised by the presence of some fans around him after the end of the match and trying to film with him under duress and crowding on him and trying to take a selfie with him as he tried to get rid of them.
And that was after he fulfilled the request of some fans to shoot, but he was surprised by the increasing numbers, which forced him to run to the dressing room in the absence of stadium security, as the international professional player of the Liverpool team and the national team scored Mohamed Salah Two goals in the victory of the Egyptian national team at the expense of the Comoros Islands.


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Rebrand: Vicks VapoRub
A LITTLE CONTEXT:
Despite Vicks VapoRub being an old school brand, this is one of my favorite projects to walk recruiters through. As the only strategist on this project, I constantly talked to friends, family, and classmates about VapoRub, dove into cultural trends and human truths that an outdated brand could tap into to become relevant again, and worked closely with my teammates to produce a rebrand and creative campaign.
WHY I’M PROUD:
I’m proud of how the strategy for this came to life in the creative. My creative team did a fantastic job taking a somewhat forgettable product and producing surprising, beautiful, and calming ads and experiences that remind people to take care of themselves. This piece was selected to be printed in SIXTY, the VCU Brandcenter’s annual publication of student work that is sent out to agencies across the country.
Create a rebrand and creative campaign to revitalize Vicks VapoRub, a 100-year-old brand that has grown stale.
According to Forbes, 62% of Americans have gone to work sick.
And in 2015, 32% of Americans didn’t use any of their sick leave.
Clearly, we live in a fast-paced society and think we must constantly be productive. We feel like we don’t have time to get sick, and we ignore our bodies when we’re feeling under the weather.
Sick days exist so people can stay home from work when they aren’t feeling well. But despite having them, we don’t give ourselves permission to take sick days, so we keep pushing through and it takes us longer to heal.
No one tells us that we can – and should – pause and breathe.
Vicks VapoRub gives you permission to take a breath.
Take a breather.
The Creative Campaign:
We focused on cool, calm colors and wanted the new look to reflect a watercolor feel. Since Vicks VapoRub is most often used at home rather than on-the-go, we emphasized closed eyes in a lot of the creative since resting is an important part of recovering from being sick. In all of our creative, we wanted to emphasize the point that people should stay home when they're sick, so our print ads all feature people using Vicks VapoRub at home.
Logo & Package Redesign:
The new packaging is glass, rather than plastic, and looks like something you'd want to leave out on your bathroom counter rather than hide away in your nightstand. For this, we took inspiration from candles and other home decor.
Most of the print ads revolve around the idea of resting at home when you're sick. But, we know that's not always possible, so the last print ad conveys that even if you still have to do work when you're not feeling well, you can do it at home rather than at the office.
We created an animated billboard whose eyes open and close. The copy reminds those commuting to work while under the weather that there's still time to call in sick, turn around, and go back home.
We saw an opportunity to expand VapoRub's product line after looking at social chatter and learning how people are already using VapoRub. Online, we saw that people are creating their own shower bombs. People are searching Pinterest and Google for "DIY bath bombs," and we can see from Google Trends that search interest has been fairly consistent over the past 12 months.
Some people are making shower bombs specifically for when they're sick, and they're using Vicks VapoRub in them to clear up congestion.
In response, we created a Vicks VapoRub shower bomb that releases healing vapor throughout the shower, which is perfect to use when you're congested.
VICKS VAPORUB SOCKS
For this one, we took inspiration from VapoRub enthusiasts who swear by rubbing Vicks VapoRub on the bottoms of their feet. We saw this mentioned in articles as well as on social media and online forums.
In response, we designed socks with a lining that prevents the VapoRub from soaking through. At the top of the socks are cartoon eyelids that look open or closed depending on whether or not you fold the top of the socks down.
Stay at Home SIck Kit:
These products can be bought in store or received through the Stay At Home Sick Kit. This is a kit that friends and family can purchase online and send to the sick individuals in their lives, encouraging them to stay home and get better.
Along with the shower bomb and socks, the Stay At Home Sick Kit includes a container of Vicks VapoRub and a one-day subscription to Amazon Video, allowing you to heal in the comfort of your home.
Being sick isn't fun, but we created a Vicks VapoRub Snapchat filter so you can take an "unhealthy selfie" and share it with your friends.
Once people become familiar with VapoRub's new branding and messaging, VapoRub can expand from the sick space into the wellness space, and encourage people to be proactive about staying well. After all, the best way to prevent sickness is to take proactive measures of self-care.
This calming, 30-second radio spot reminds people to breathe -- and not just when they're sick. As the ad states, "On sick days, and on every day, remember to take a moment for yourself."
"Take a Breather"
Instead of listening to another radio ad,
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Unless you're driving. In which case, please don't.
On sick days, and on every day,
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BOAO, April 19 (Reuters) - China’s offshore oil specialist CNOOC has no plan to buy oil firms abroad during the global financial crisis, and will look instead for foreign partners to make joint investments, chairman Fu Chengyu said on Sunday. Awash with capital and facing strong domestic demand for fuel, Chinese energy firms have been encouraged by Beijing to take advantage of the financial crisis to make overseas acquisitions.
Fu said that due to the ever-intensifying protectionism and the lack of understanding about Chinese companies, CNOOC had to adjust its overseas expansion strategy.
“Our company will not engage in any deals of acquiring other firms in the next couple of years. Instead, we will seek partners who need to make investments and form joint ventures with them,” Fu told a session of the Boao Forum for Asia on the Chinese island province of Hainan.
“This is our future strategy. At least during the financial crisis, we will not buy other firms,” he added.
CNOOC, the parent of CNOOC Ltd 0883.HKCEO.N, has been snubbed in overseas acquisitions, most notably in 2005 when U.S. political opposition blocked CNOOC Ltd's $18.5 billion bid for oil company Unocal.
Realising the difficulties in acquiring firms, China, the world’s second-largest oil consumer, has clearly adopted a loan-for-resources strategy to gain easier access to cash-strapped but energy-rich nations
Beijing in recent months signed a series of loan-for-oil pacts with oil producers Kazakhstan, Russia, Brazil and Venezuela.
At home, CNOOC has offered 17 offshore blocks for foreign cooperation this year, although most of them were tendered a year ago and attracted little interest.
CNOOC normally teams up with foreign firms to hunt for oil and gas off China’s shores, but once a commercial find is made, CNOOC holds the right to take a 51 percent stake in the discovery.
Fu said that the slumping raw material prices and economic downturn offered a good chance for his company to make investments to get ready for the next economic boom.
“Now investment costs are the lowest. Prices will surge again when the economy picks up and inflation rises,” Fu said.
“It’s a good chance for us to invest, both in the upstream and downstream sectors as our construction cycle is about 3-5 years. When the crisis leaves us in 3-5 years, we will be in a more positive position,” he added.
CNOOC has said it aims to increase total investments in 2009 to $16.5 billion, up 26 percent from a year earlier, despite oil price declines that have forced some foreign firms to cut spending plans.
The company also plans to produce 48.05 million tonnes of oil equivalent this year, 14 percent more than in 2008, it has said. (Editing by Ken Wills) (email@example.com; +8610 6627 1268; Reuters Messaging: firstname.lastname@example.org))
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In a notice to shareholders, the company said it was considering business opportunities available in various areas relating to home decor, the construction industry and adhesives, and will leverage its manufacturing and marketing strength.
Berger will be seeking shareholders' nod to pave its way into new businesses.
The enabling resolution will contain the entire gamut of products covering almost all products used in home decor.
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INSEC Demands to Refrain Disruption of Impartial and Unbiased Investigation of Organized Crime of Fake Bhutanese Refugees
The widespread suspicion that the investigation into the fake Bhutanese refugee case will conclude due to the consensus of the high-level political leadership of the major parties, has become a matter of concern. A mandatory in-depth and impartial investigation is required to ensure Nepal’s standing in the international community. The common people, civil society, and the parliament, which is a sovereign representation of citizens, play an active role to maintain accountability, during the existing distrust in the commitment of the government and national agencies against corruption.
Political parties are accountable for the impending consequences that Nepal will face, at the national and international level, if this fraudulent crime, conducted in the cohort of national apparatus, including legislators and high-ranking political figures, is not investigated minutely, ensuring prosecution to everyone involved in the crime.
The investigation conducted by the Nepal Police and state bodies within the jurisdiction is commendable. Therefore, we demand from political parties to refrain from disrupting the state mechanism’s duty to investigate this crime.
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Thor: The Dark World has only just barely opened in theaters across the U.S., and already, director is being asked about deleted scenes. While we all know that more scenes were filmed after principal production to include more Loki, what about the ones that didn't make the cut?
In a recent sit-down interview with Collider, the director discussed some of the deleted scenes featuring Malekith (), Jane () and Odin (). That bit is toward the end of the interview, so if that's all you care about, skip forward a bit.
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Health Benefits of Coconut Oil, Water and More : 5 Uses and 5 Products Under $5
Summer is officially here and this evokes thoughts of the beach, BBQs and tropical drinks. One of my favorite summer drinks is the Pina Colada, topped off with an umbrella of course. It just screams fresh and fun!
Did you know that the coconut is actually very useful in many ways other than to put in your alcoholic concoctions? Here are five great uses for it along with five cool products under five bucks.
- Coconut Water: I love coconut water. It's tasty, refreshing and so good for you. Coconut water is derived from the clear liquid inside young coconuts and is very high in potassium and minerals. In fact, it's even been used as an IV in third world countries where medical saline could not be found. There are many types and brands of coconut water, but my favorite brand is Taste Nirvana with pulp. It's naturally sweet, doesn't taste like sweetened water (like some other brands) and contains pulp which gives it a straight from the coconut flavor. It can be found at your local grocery store or at Amazon for around $2.50 per can.
- Coconut Oil: This oil is extracted from the meat of the coconut and is great for cooking, especially frying due to its high smoke point of 280 degrees F. Some claims have been made that coconut oil helps in weight loss due to its short and medium fat chains, but I have yet to test that theory. Coconut oil is also good for beauty needs, often used to relief dry skin. It can also be massaged into the scalp to get rid of dandruff, lice or lice eggs. And, if you have a bruise, put some coconut oil to help speed up the healing process. You can find coconut oil at your local grocery or drugstore and online for around $4.
- Coconut Milk: Mmm...who here likes coconut milk? It's so good and a staple in tropical cuisines. Derived from the meat of the mature coconut, the sweet fluid contains high amounts of oil and sugar. It's a common ingredient in Thai curries and soups. Not only does it taste good, it's also good for you. Used to heal sore throats and ulcers, it's also good for boosting immunity. And, like coconut oil, coconut milk has short and medium fatty chains which means the body converts this into energy instead of storing as fat. However, it is very high in calories (553 calories in 224 g) so please drink sparingly. You can find coconut milk at your Ralph's, Trader Joe's or local grocery store for around $2 a can.
- Coconut Meat: Even though it's not very common, coconut flesh can be eaten and is very beneficial to your health. Its meat contains mostly fat and fiber which the body needs. The fat is used as pure energy and the fiber helps to clean you out, so to speak. In India, coconut meat has been used to treat parasite infections which sure beats taking some nasty prescription drug. It might be harder to find coconuts at your local grocery store, but most Asian supermarkets sell them for around $5.
- Nata de Coco: Say what? A chewy, translucent jelly-like product made from fermenting coconut water. It originated from the Philippines and is a popular in desserts. Translated from Spanish, it literally means "cream of coconut." Think of it as a healthier version of boba. I've yet to try this sweet treat, but will definitely check it out next time I go to a boba shop. You can also get nata de coco puddings on Amazon for around $1 each if you're really interested.
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This kitchen is designed with a mix of dark wood and painted white cabinetry. A u shaped kitchen layout is the perfect option for busy households.
This mint shade is bright yet interesting – alicia_saccoh.
Small u-shaped kitchen design plans. Check Out 50 great small kitchen design ideas to Try this Year. Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink raised-panel cabinets white cabinets marble benchtops white splashback ceramic splashback stainless steel appliances light hardwood floors with island yellow floor and white benchtop. Also known as a U-shaped kitchen this style offers plenty of counter space and under counter storage.
The u-shaped kitchen is versatile as those three walls can feature floor to ceiling cabinetry and appliances or you can leave one side without cabinetry to create a breakfast bar or open up into a larger open space such as the dining area. If youre dealing with a small U-shaped kitchen working with light coloured tiles is a well known design trick that will make the space feel larger and lighter. Thus making use of the space wisely is important.
The first part of our U-shaped gallery was huge wasnt it. A u-shaped kitchen design is usually made up of three walls that are fitted with cabinetry benchtops and appliances that are all joined to resemble the U shape. A half-wall with two handsome columns delineates the spaces while maintaining an open flow and an ocean view from the dining room.
The two tone design adds an unique style to this small modern kitchen. In part two here we grouped together the smallest kitchens we could find. A small space is often difficult to carry all the functions of a kitchen so it needs a more smart use of the space.
Horseshoe Small Kitchen Ideas. A u-shaped kitchen is a highly coveted layout for a househunter. 21 small u shaped kitchen design ideas.
21 Small U-Shaped Kitchen Design Ideas. Small u shaped kitchen with breakfast bar recommends one part of the counter as the breakfast bar if there is no added Kitchen Island in the middle. A small space is often difficult to carry all the functions of a kitchen so it needs a more smart use of the space.
An open floor plan is a trendy choice but this new home reverts to a more traditional separation of space between the kitchen and dining room. There are several smart stylish and functional designs that can be adopted for kitchens. The U-shaped kitchen is probably the most practical of kitchen layouts and can provide an additional run of potential storage or appliance space compared with a galley kitchen or L-shaped kitchen.
Carrying out all the functions of a kitchen in a small space can certainly get difficult. A slightly lesser known design trick is to lay tiles diagonally this take on a herringbone effect is a great example as it fools the eye into seeing a space as larger than it really is. Using a beige and light wood floor is the resource of making a proper design for u shaped kitchen.
It is functional for not only breakfast but also dinner. The design creates a clear and compact work triangle between the sink refrigerator and range and the separation of the workstations makes it easy for two cooks to share the space. The only downside is that you may need to give up your kitchen island.
Combining a reflective surface with a soft neutral shade just like reconstructltd has created will bounce light across the space for an open and illuminating effect. However some find really bold blues to be too overwhelming. The u-shaped layout provides easy access to the sink and appliances.
U-shaped or tucked in a corner. The two most important tips I can give you for designing small spaces is to never use lots of dark colors. U-shaped kitchens can work in large spaces but even small kitchens can benefit from a U-shaped design.
I hope you found some eye candy in there. Small u-shaped kitchen designs can often lack natural light when packed with cabinetry top and bottom so a gloss finish will create a gleaming look. Like the open practical shelves and the hanging utensils – ghorg.
Stylish and practical U-Shaped layout can make the small space get the maximized use but without reducing the joy of cooking. This homeowner gave their modest kitchen a bright but demure ambiance. They absorb the.
Designed with classic materials such as butcher block and white Subway tiles this feels much larger than it is. Find Serenity With Muted Blues. A coat of white paint can brighten up the room and exposed shelving will make it feel more open.
A breakfast bar is the most crucial part. Blue is a bright and cheerful color that can bring a sense of calm to any kitchen. Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink flat-panel cabinets green cabinets multi-coloured splashback marble splashback light hardwood flooring no island beige floors and white worktops.
One such design is the Ushaped kitchen design which is highly functional and efficient for the small kitchens. Example of a small urban u-shaped kitchen design in London with a double-bowl sink flat-panel cabinets stainless steel cabinets concrete countertops white backsplash subway tile backsplash stainless steel appliances and no island. With a workstation on each of the three walls and connected countertop space a U-shape layout is considered the most efficient.
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ALAMEDA (AP) — The Oakland Raiders have finalized a multiyear contract extension with fullback Marcel Reece.
The team announced the deal on Tuesday. Terms were not disclosed. Reece had been slated to make $540,000 this season as an exclusive rights free agent.
Reece has played 31 career games for Oakland. He has 56 career receptions for 674 yards and five touchdowns, and has rushed for 234 yards on 48 attempts with one touchdown.
Reece is a converted wide receiver who brings versatility to Oakland's offense with his ability to line up out wide or play as a traditional fullback.
Reece had two catches for 30 yards in the Raiders' 22-14 loss to San Diego on Monday night.


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President Obama's proposal to freeze spending for three years didn't seem to excite anyone, but liberals denounced it with special swiftness and anger. It's not hard to understand why: Obama has explicitly opposed a spending freeze, arguing that economic recovery comes from pumping money into the economy, not shutting down the programs he says are foundational for growth. His about-face looks to many like a political gambit that goes against basic liberal economics.
Matthew Yglesias is certainly among the skeptics, but paused to give the spending freeze a serious, objective look on both political and policy grounds. This led him to two major insights that gradually swept the rest of the liberal blogosphere. The first, on political grounds, is that the White House wants liberals to explode. "I suspect this initiative was deliberately leaked to progressive bloggers in an effort to get denounced by the left," he writes. This would make it easier for the White House to appeal to moderates and conservatives who might like Obama breaking with the right.
On the policy of the freeze, Yglesias's take is a bit more complicated. He suggests that the White House could find worthy budgetary targets like farm subsidies, which are generally considered wasteful but still soak up massive funds because they have a lot of political clout behind them. But, in one of Washington's many ironies, Congress's self-described deficit hawks, who have long pressured Obama on the deficit, tend to come from states that rely heavily on farm subsidies. If Obama proposes freezing farm subsidies and Congress balks, then the responsibility for the deficit shifts to Congress and Obama looks like the deficit hawk. If Congress acquiesces, Obama will be able to declare real victory in reducing a wasteful measure that has existed since President Nixon's tenure.
Yglesias's most optimistic takes seem to assume that the White House is playing a sort of nine-dimensional chess on both the politics and the policy. He allows for the possibility of far less positive scenarios. If Yglesias is right, he will have been the only one to spot Obama's game.
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Jason Bleick Bio, Family, Marriage, Wife, Dating, Girlfriend, & Net Worth
Quick Facts of Jason Bleick
- Full NameJason Bleick
- Net Wortharound $500 thousand
- Marital Status Single
- Birthplacein Orange City, California, U.S
- Ethnicity White
- Religion Christianity
- ProfessionFashion Designer and Entrepreneur
- Nationality American
- Eye colour Blue
- Hair colour Salt and Pepper
- Body Measurement44-34-38
- Online PresenceInstagram
Thousands of celebrities came to the spotlight because of their partner’s popularity. Although Jason Bleick is an American fashion designer, he rose to prominence after romantically involving the famous actress Selma Blair.
Also, the duo remained unmarried, but they even shared one adorable kid named Arthur Saint Bleick. Sadly, the couple is not together anymore.
Besides fashion designing, Jason is an entrepreneur and celebrity who is the chief creative officer of Bleick Studio, a company that specializes in apparel design, development, and brand identity.
Be with us furthermore to get more information about Jason in detail.
Ealy Life Of Jason Bleick,
The TV personality Bleick entered this world in1970 in Orange Country, California, the United States. However, he did not share his exact birth date in the media.
Currently, 51 years old, is of American nationality and belongs to the white ethnicity. It seems Bleick’s interest was in fashion designing from an early age.
Furthermore, he attended and completed his graduation in fashion design. After completing his graduation, the star started his career from trade shows and designed fashionable clothes.
Despite being a great fashion designer and brand identity creator, Bleick rose to fame after his relationship with Selma Blair.
She is famous for movie roles like Liz Sherman in the 2004 superhero movie Hellboy, and its 2008 sequel, Hellboy II: The Golden Army.
His Relationship Status
In the present scenario, the successful entrepreneur seems to be single. Previously, he was dating Selma Blair. He dated her in the year 2010.
In January 2011, Blair announced her pregnancy, and on July 25, 2011, the duo welcomed their child, a boy named Arthur Saint Bleick.
Moreover, the pair never married despite the arrival of a child and indeed separated in September 2012 after two years of togetherness.
Later, Salma was granted custody of their child, and Bleick just became a background figure.
In October 2018, Blair declared that she had been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. And, her doctor suggested that she was at the point of not being able to care for her child.
Upon hearing that news, Jason stepped in and took over the reins of caring for young Arthur. And, he was happy to reconnect with his son, and they seemed to have a good relationship.
While there is no news of Blair and Jason getting back together, Bleick does all he can to support their child and Selma, and she is only grateful for his help.
Nevertheless, she has dated many celebrities: Ahmet Zappa, Mikey Day, Josh Groban, Johnny Messner, and Jason Schwartzman.
His Net Worth
The 51 years old Jason’s earnings have not been made public, but as the founder and Chief Creative Officer of his company, Bleick Studio, he might have an estimated net worth of about $500thousand.
His present net worth is quite enough for him to maintain a lavish lifestyle luxuriously. In the upcoming days, he will earn much more if he continues his profession.
Meanwhile, his ex-girlfriend Selma has earned a good amount of money throughout her career.
Reportedly, she has a net worth of $14 million and collected $40,000 per episode of Anger Management, a TV show she starred in opposite Charlie Sheen.
They resided in Los Angeles in a 1920s-era home that got bought for $1.35 million in 2004.
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Dream Knysna Honeymoon
Dream Knysna Honeymoon Package / Romantic Getaway
This Knysna Honeymoon Package, includes 4 Nights in a Romantic Knysna Honeymoon Forest Facing Cottage plus:
– Sunset Ocean Sailing Catamaran trip with Braai on board
– 3 course dinner / lunch at Sirocco Restaurant on the Knysna Lagoon
– In-cottage Couples Massage by Professional Therapist.
– 1 In-cottage Breakfast Basket & 1 Romantic Picnic Basket included.
– Welcome pack with bubbly & choccies for 2.
ALL FOR ONLY R10 950 / COUPLE (R11 950 from 1-Jan-2024)!
NB: IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PERSONALIZE THIS PACKAGE (CHANGE NUMBER OF NIGHTS OR SOME OF THE ACTIVITIES, PLEASE JUST DROP US AN EMAIL AT STAY@FORESTEDGE.CO.ZA OR GIVE DANIE A CALL ON +27 829900 784 AND WE WILL GLADLY ASSIST YOU. FOR OTHER ROMANCE SPECIALS, PLEASE VIEW HERE: SPECIALS
The Best of Both Worlds
What better way for newlyweds / couples to celebrate your love, than enjoying this Knysna Honeymoon Package / Romantic Getaway where you combine the magic and tranquility of the Knysna forest, with the glamour of the Knysna Estuary & Knysna Heads.
Knysna Honeymoon Package / Romantic Getaway Itinerary
A typical itinerary would look something like this:
Day 1 – PM, check in to your cottage, on the edge of the Knysna forest. There will be a Knysna Honeymoon Package / Romantic Getaway welcome pack waiting for you guys with bubbly & choccies for 2. You can braai tonight or prepare a romantic meal in your fully equipped cottage. Fall asleep being serenaded by our resident frog choir.
Day 2 – wake up at leisure and step out to your veranda, where a romantic breakfast table has been set for you guys to enjoy, surrounded by the peace and tranquility of the Knysna forest, completed by a plethora of bird twittering. After breakfast, you’re couple’s massage therapists will be ready for you, for a romantic 60 minutes full body couple’s massage. Lunch will be a romantic picnic basket, with a bottle of bubbly, to be enjoyed at the picturesque Jubilee Creek, next to a beautiful forest stream in the Knysna forest. There are several magnificent, easy-going hiking trails in the area, with stream crossings, ferns, waterfall, giant Yellowwood trees and so much more beauty for you guys to savor on your Knysna Honeymoon. Dinner is at leisure at your fully equipped forest cottage, complete with amenities like a fireplace for winter evenings, etc.
Day 3 – explore the beautiful and romantic world-renowned town of Knysna. Included in this day is a Catamaran Cruise on the awe-inspiring Knysna Estuary, with a Braai on board. The famous Knysna Heads will be your backdrop to this romantic outing, get ready to blow your Insta-account… Also included is a 3-course meal (lunch / dinner) at the romantic and exclusive Sirocco Restaurant, on the water.
Day 4 – this day is at leisure, there is SO much to do & see in our beautiful area. From visiting Birds of Eden, Monkeyland, Elephant Sanctuary, Ziplining to having a beautiful lunch at a wine farm, visit this link for a full list of Things to Do on your Knysna Honeymoon: https://www.forestedge.co.za/things-to-do/
Day 5 – AM check out, feeling refreshed, and energized – ready for the next chapter of your exciting life journey together.
PS. Only 1 in-cottage breakfast basket included in the Knysna Honeymoon Package / Romantic Getaway, but you’re welcome to order additional, it will be for your account.
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“A magical honeymoon experience. Our hosts anticipated our every need. By day, Forest Edge was a perfect base for exploring Knysna and Plett. The forest sounds and starry skies at night were unforgettable. We wish we could stay longer, and will definitely be back. ” – Katharine Kyriacou, Cape Town
“Was here on honeymoon – what an amazing experience! The beauty of nature, the amazing breakfasts, the accommodating, friendly & wonderful staff and the romance of a log fire in the evenings – as far as holidays go – the bar has been set extremely high on this our first one together. The wonderful memories we have made here will carry us through the tough times. See you soon!“ – Caroline Mocke (nee Erasmus), Mpumalanga
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From climate rallies to pro-democracy movements, young people stood up across the region with a unified message: enough is enough.
The petition also talks about how “unfathomable” it is that bhang is legal despite coming from the same plant as pot does.
A wider distribution is scheduled for April 2020.
At least that's what the country's tobacco industry hopes for.
They needed 14 percent more fentanyl and 220.5 percent more propofol during procedures like endoscopies or colonoscopies.
A landmark decision legalizing medical weed in Thailand has some other countries questioning whether they should follow suit.
As the government wages a brutal war on drugs, a group of mothers are hoping for a law that they argue, could save their children's lives.
Parents are fighting for the right to use CBD oil for their children's symptoms.
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There are few things that are worth waking up at 3 am for. Hiking up the 2 kilometre snake trail to watch the sun rise over the Judean Desert and the dead sea while sitting among the ancient ruins of Masada is definitely one of them. I can’t think of a better way to start your day then my climbing a mountain. It gives you a sense of accomplishment when you reach the peak that makes you feel invincible for the rest of the day. Like you can conquer any task thrown your way. Although the lighting at 5am is perfect and the strenuous climb is gratifying, it’s the tragic tale of Masada that will compel you to stay on the mountain top for hours discovering every crevice of the ancient ruins there. Abraham Tours offers a great Masada Sunrise Tour, that also includes Ein Gedi and the dead sea.
Masada is an ancient fortress on the eastern edge of the Judean Desert. It is situated atop an isolated rock plateau that overlooks the dead sea. From the bottom of the plateau it appears as nothing special but once you reach the top you are thrown back in time to a world that existed between 66 – 74 CE at the end of the first Jewish-Roman war. Masada was the base of the Sicarii rebels and their families. Home to 960 people in total. The Sicarii heavily opposed the Roman Occupation of Judea and worked tirelessly to expel the Romans and their sympathizers from the region. They were an organized assassination group. Blending into crowds they concealed small daggers and attacked Romans and Hebrew-Roman sympathizers at public gatherings. Their aim was to force the entire Jewish population to rebel against their oppressors. At the beginning of the first Jewish-Roman war they gained entry to Jerusalem and committed a series of murders to force the population out of blind compliance with the Roman occupiers. To say they were extreme would be an understatement. On at least one account they destroyed a city’s food supply so that they would be forced to stand up and fight against the Romans rather than negotiating peace. They also raided nearby villages in Ein Gedi where they massacred 700 Roman women and children to stop generation occupation and rule. All of this was recorded by Josephus a first-century Roman-Jewish scholar, historian and hagiographer, who was born in Jerusalem. When the Romans had finally had enough of the Sicarii they decided to take Masada. When it appeared that they would not win the fight, rather than surrender, the Sicarii leaders killed their families and drew lots. Whoever’s name was drawn would kill 9 other men and then kill themselves. When the Romans finally broke through the fortress they found that the Sicarii had committed mass suicide. Of the 960 people living there only two women and five children were found alive.
This is a tale of tragedy self-sacrifice and bravery. Reading all of the information and truly spending the time to take it all in was a wonderful experience. I loved this tour so much that I did it three times. In addition to the history of the Sicarii there are also remains from Palaces built by Herod the Great (yes the guy from the bible that ordered the slaughter of the innocents), said to be the Roman puppet king and temples from Byzantine monks. You can spend hours upon hours exploring the ruins some of which are still incredibly intact. It’s as close as you can get to stepping back in time and losing yourself in a world that once existed. I try to imagine what life was like back then. What these ancient ruins looked like in their full glory, what it would have been like to live on this mountain.
If you are visiting Israel, this is one site you cannot miss. If you cannot physically hike for whatever reason, there is a cable car available for 28 NIS each way but I strongly encourage you to hike the trail if you are able to.

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Entertainer Ronnie Corbett dies aged 85
Actor and comedian RonnieÂ CorbettÂ has died at the age of 85.
A statement from his publicist said: " Ronnie Corbett CBE, one of the nation's best-loved entertainers, passed away this morning, surrounded by his loving family.
"They have asked that their privacy is respected at this very sad time."
Born Ronald Balfour Corbett in Edinburgh, he and Ronnie Barker rose to fame in the popular BBC comedy sketch show The Two Ronnies.
Corbett also had a starring role in David Frost's The Frost Report.
The Two Ronnies is still hailed as one of the most popular TV programmes of the late 20th century.
Corbett recently appeared on the BBC Radio 4 show When The Dog Dies, which saw him reunited with the writers of his hit sitcom Sorry!
Corbett began his acting career at the age of 15, when he starred in a pantomime at his local church youth club.
The versatile comedian also hosted the BBC One game show Small Talk for two years from 1994-96.
Corbett and his wife, Anne Hart, celebrated their golden wedding anniversary last year.
The much-loved actor was awarded a CBE in the 2012 New Year Honours for his services to charity and the entertainment industry.
His wife later revealed that, during a celebration to mark the achievement, he had collapsed in a restaurant and was rushed to hospital.
Tony Hall, director-general of the BBC, said: "Ronnie Corbettwas a wonderful comic and entertainer. A man of great charm and warmth who brought laughter and joy to millions. He was quite simply one of the true greats of British comedy. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time."
His Two Ronnies co-star Barker died in 2005.
The pair's partnership dated back to a fortuitous meeting with David Frost, who invitedCorbett to appear in The Frost Report.
Following his success alongside Frost, Barker and John Cleese in The Frost Report, Corbettwent on to enjoy a string of other TV successes including Corbett's Follies and No, That's Me Over Here.

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Thanks to their latest outing, the Spider-People of Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse have *
Grossing $35.4 million over its opening weekend in the US, Into The Spider-Verse easily claimed the top box-office spot over the three days; fending off competition from The Mule in second place with a distant $17.2 million. When combined with international revenue, the figures reach as high as $56.4 million for the web-head’s flick, meaning it is well on its way to turning a profit on its initial $90 million budget.
This stellar audience response follows massive critical acclaim (including from us here at n3rdabl3.com!), indicating that
Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse should not, in theory, suffer from the second-week income drop-off that cripples so many risky new properties.
Hopefully, Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse‘s figures will tingle the spidey-sense of a few higher-ups at Sony, web-swinging them towards launching projects in a similar vein to this inventive, unique Spider-Verse movie.


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Name: Alienated (Alienated #1)
Author: Melissa Landers
Number of Pages: 344 in Hardcover
Published: February 4th 2014 by Disney-Hyperion
Genre: Fantasy, Young Adult, Science Fiction, Romance
“Two years ago, the aliens made contact. Now Cara Sweeney is going to be sharing a bathroom with one of them.
Handpicked to host the first-ever L’eihr exchange student, Cara thinks her future is set. Not only does she get a free ride to her dream college, she’ll have inside information about the mysterious L’eihrs that every journalist would kill for. Cara’s blog following is about to skyrocket. Still, Cara isn’t sure what to think when she meets Aelyx. Humans and L’eihrs have nearly identical DNA, but cold, infuriatingly brilliant Aelyx couldn’t seem more alien. She’s certain about one thing, though: no human boy is this good-looking.
But when Cara’s classmates get swept up by anti-L’eihr paranoia, Midtown High School suddenly isn’t safe anymore. Threatening notes appear in Cara’s locker, and a police officer has to escort her and Aelyx to class.
Cara finds support in the last person she expected. She realizes that Aelyx isn’t just her only friend; she’s fallen hard for him. But Aelyx has been hiding the truth about the purpose of his exchange, and its potentially deadly consequences. Soon Cara will be in for the fight of her life—not just for herself and the boy she loves, but for the future of her planet.“
I may have not put so much faith on this book, but hey I like it. Remember when I was so uncertain to read it because of a nearly unanimous discouraging reviews about the book? Yes. The concept and plot is pretty worn out. You know, the usual. Girl meets unusual boy. Romance forbidden. You and me against the world. Stereotype, but then again I was drawn to it. I agree that it’s not really a hard core SciFi book that you would expect it is or maybe not yet, and that’s where disappointments pour through. Cmon. You don’t expect a book to be SciFi just by the mere mention of an Alien. You’re not stupid like that. Are you?
Somehow, there’s something interesting about how it is written. Those kinds of books that won’t let you feel that this is another book you could read when there’s nothing else to read. Like you have no choice, but to read it. Just for the sake of having something to pass your time with. It’s a feel good book. Light, humorous and brilliant in fact though it started in a slow pace.
The book is told from the POV of lead characters, Cara and Aelyx. I adore them both. Cara being the smart and witty girl and Aelyx being the alien you would want to share your house with or life for that matter. Forever. Cara is such a sweet and funny girl which contrasts Aelyx for being reserved and mysterious. I love how their love story is not instantaneous. How gradually they’ve found themselves enthralled by each other. I feel so giddy just thinking about it. Their moments together are so exciting. Their first kiss is so incredible. It was written in a way that you’d feel caught up in the moment too. Magical indeed.
There is Eric, Cara’s ex-boyfriend who’s a douchebag. I hate him. Tori, Cara’s ex bestfriend who took off just when Cara needed her and hurt her so much. I don’t like her either. The lamest excuse of “It just happened”. I really hate it. At some point, I perfectly understand why they did the things they did, but I wouldn’t do that if I were in their shoes ’cause it’s really not justifiable. I’m perfect like that. Ha! ha! Though they’d made it up with her in the end, still, I don’t think what they’ve done is forgivable. Marcus and Brandi would be Team Assholes and I loathe them. You would just need to read the book so you would know where I am coming from. Then, there’s Syrine and Eron. Poor Eron. Sigh. I can’t blame Syrine for all the things she’d said and done. A love one that’s lost will be enough reason for it.
Learning about the L’eihr World is quite interesting. It compensated with some near to dull parts of the book. I really want to know more about it. Perhaps, it would be a lot better if Melissa had given readers at least glimpses of the planet. Well, the action part is kind of superficial. I’m expecting some real kick ass danger and battle, but there isn’t much. I’m really hoping Melissa could have given the book some really nice adventure for readers to be more thrilled about it. Possibly, on book two, I guess. The complications of the story are fairly written well nonetheless.
Aside from those points, I like the book overall. I can’t wait for Invaded to be published, which is book two of this series since Alienated finished on an exciting note. I’m really thinking that Invaded would revolve around the L’eihr planet this time so I’m excited.
If you want a less complicated, cute and a humorous book to read. I highly recommend this book. 😃
Next on the series..

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Two years ago, the John Wilson Orchestra made its debut appearance at the Proms, celebrating the 75th anniversary of MGM film musicals. The panache with which the ensemble tackled the music’s dashing rhythms and brilliant tonal colours made the evening one of the triumphs of the season.
Much of the music from the event has now been assembled on the orchestra’s new CD from EMI, That’s Entertainment: A Celebration of the MGM Film Musical. It bristles with such indestructible favourites as The Trolley Song, That’s Entertainment and I Got Rhythm, while casting its net wide enough to take in a chunk of Sigmund Romberg’s 1928 operetta The New Moon, now largely forgotten but lavishly restored here.
“That Prom created a huge public reaction, so it was logical to record that repertoire for our first disc for EMI because that’s what people have been asking for the most,” Wilson explains, in his Geordie lilt. “The Romberg piece is the one thing that has really fallen out of fashion, even though he was once so famous that MGM made a biopic of him. We’ve recorded a sequence from that film, and it became one of the orchestra’s favourite tracks.”
The 2009 concert established Wilson’s crew as a Proms fixture. Last year, they were invited back to play the music of Rodgers & Hammerstein, and for 2011 they’ve worked up an ambitious new programme called “Hooray for Hollywood”, which picks up where the MGM concert left off. Among the highlights will be a tribute to the RKO films of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, and extracts from the Judy Garland vehicle A Star is Born.
“There’ll be bits of MGM musicals in the show, but largely it’s a look at what the other movie studios were doing,” says Wilson, looking decidedly 21st-century Hollywood in his sunglasses and designer stubble. “It’s kind of a potted history of the film musical from 1927, when talkies came in, to 1969 and the demise of the studio system. That system was kind of miraculous, and it’s never going to happen again. Cinema was in its infancy and there was massive demand for that sort of entertainment during the Depression. It created these great works of artifice.”
What makes Wilson’s work extraordinary is not just the astounding sounds he draws from his musicians, but the fact that he has had to re-orchestrate most of the music from scratch, often by ear. In 1969, MGM decided they could no longer afford to house their enormous music library and got rid of it.
“It was buried under a golf course,” Wilson laments. “Every note of every film made for every MGM musical was destroyed.”
The scorched-earth policy was less draconian at other studios, but there was still plenty of work to do in preparation for the new Prom. “We’ve got five decades of movie musicals, and we had to originate new orchestral parts and new scores,” says Wilson. “It was all newly put back together by me, Andrew Cottee and Paul Campbell. Warner Brothers and 20th Century Fox have been marvellous and sent me photocopies of what scores they’ve got, and from those I’m building up new edited editions that match the films exactly. To give you some idea of how much music is involved, the bill for just the Sellotape to hold it all together came to £1,700.”
Flabbergasting amounts of time have gone into Wilson’s restoration work (it once took him an entire day to reassemble four seconds of music from The Wizard of Oz), and he calculates that almost a year’s effort has gone into this year’s Prom. “If I divided what I get paid by the number of hours I put in, I wouldn’t do it,” he says. “But I love putting this music back together and playing it. It’s wonderful.”
As if hammering the music into performable shape wasn’t difficult enough, he then has to find ways to keep the sprawling John Wilson Orchestra paying its way. Mind you, he has managed to keep the ensemble together for 17 years, so his entrepreneurial skills should not be underestimated.
“It’s not cheap,” he says, “but people come to hear it. The Prom sold out in four hours, and after that we’ll be taking that programme on a national tour. At the Prom, we’ll have nearly 100 players and about 80 on tour, so we have to watch every penny. They’re all freelance players, but we’ve had the same leader, same drummer, the same trumpet and woodwind players for years. They’re musicians who make the right sound for that sort of music and who have as much of a passion for it as I do.”
As well as their movie work, Wilson and his orchestra also specialise in swing and big-band music, all of which has prompted some to file them under “nostalgia”. Wilson thinks that’s only part of the story.
“There are people who listen to this music because it’s nostalgic and it reminds them of their youth, but it’s very venerable now, and in many cases it’s coming up to its centenary. It’s proved it can stand on its own as great music, and has achieved what I would call classic status.”
Somehow he manages to find the time to indulge his separate passion for 20th-century English classical music. He works with several different orchestras, and likes to champion lesser-known composers such as Eric Coates and Edward German.