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A new £15 million government fund will help tackle food waste and redistribute the equivalent of 250 million meals to those in need, environment minister Michael Gove has announced.
Speaking at this week’s Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham, Gove said the new scheme will specifically address waste from supermarkets and food manufacturers as the first part of a new ‘food strategy’.
“Every year, around 100,000 tonnes of readily available and perfectly edible food is never eaten. This has got to change,” he said. “In the coming months we will work closely with business, charities and volunteers to deliver a new scheme to tackle this problem.”
Leading food waste charity, FareShare, has welcomed the funding and said it will also help producers and farmers to offset costs linked to redistributing food.
FareShare chief executive Lindsay Boswell said: “Right now, it actually costs farmers, manufacturers and packers a lot less to dump or recycle fresh, in date food than to redistribute it to good causes – in part because of the cost of keeping the surplus food fit for human consumption.
“With the barriers to charitable food redistribution removed, businesses will no longer be penalised for doing the right thing with their food: using it to feed people.
“We see this fund as principally for food producers and not the supermarkets. The big supermarkets have already invested in charitable redistribution from their stores and this is about supporting their suppliers to do the same.”
In 2017, 205,000t of surplus food was wasted in the retail and food manufacturing sectors, according to the food waste charity Wrap, with around 100,000t of this estimated to be accessible, edible and available for redistribution. Currently, around 43,000t of surplus food is redistributed every year.
Further action to help cut food waste from all sources, including households, is being considered, Gove said.
Elsewhere in his speech, Gove said the Tories “will launch a new front in the war against waste” and “take steps to make recycling easier”, although offered no further detail.
It comes as this week Riverford founder Guy Singh-Watson’s video rant on plastic packaging went viral on social media. In a rallying cry for concrete government action, Singh-Watson explained how efforts to recycle are hampered by fragmented kerbside collection processes across the country that discourage both home recycling efforts, and companies’ sustainable packaging policies.
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The month of April had CC and me participating in a number of tasting events and seminars in a number of places. On April 10th we were in New Hampshire at our distributor's annual tasting event. While we were there we received the news that Heavenly Spirits had both the #1 best selling Armagnac as well as Calvados in the State. Thank you New Hampshire!
The week of the 14th we needed to be in Washington DC for a return engagement at the Alliance Francaise where we presented a two hour seminar and slide show on the differences between Cognac and Armagnac. Event participants paid $35.00 each for this fund raiser that benefitted the French cultural center and had the opportunity to taste four cognacs matched against four armagnacs of similar age. Being introduced to La Troussepinete, a wonderful French aperitif from the Vendee region was a bonus.
Because it was school vacation week our twelve year old son joined us for the drive down and we had a chance to visit and dine in the great American city of Philadelphia. We ate at Fork, in the old town where both the food and drinks are outstanding. The recommendation came from our distributor Mark Monaco and we can easily make the same recommendation to anyone who appreciates fine food, and excellent service. After a pleasant London style bus tour of the city we all agreed it is a place we would like to return to as soon as possible.
April is also the time of year for Chicago's annual Whisky Festival which has all but turned into a week long affair. It's a good opportunity to visit our distributor, BC Merchant and get out and visit some on and off premise accounts. Binny's, the largest chain of wine and spirit retailers in the state holds a Whisky Festival of their own and we had a really good time there introducing Armorik Breton whisky to the crowd of whisky fans. We also took the opportunity to introduce some of those whisky fans to the world of French Brandy, by presenting Delord Blanche Armagnac, Delord 10 year old Napoleon Armagnac, and Cognac Normandin Mercier, Prestige 15 year old to the interested attendees.
All in all it was a busy but productive month for Heavenly Spirits and having all the spring blossoms everywhere made it that much more enjoyable. See our gallery for more photos.

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ROCKLAND, Maine — A Rockland woman will serve 14 days in jail for leaving her 2-year-old autistic son home alone at night so she could visit a friend and get some chocolate.
Destiny L. Barrett, 23, was sentenced Friday by Justice Daniel Billings in Knox County Unified Court to 180 days in jail with all but 14 days suspended for endangering the welfare of a child. Barrett also will be placed on probation for a year.
Justice Billings, however, agreed the young mother had made great strides to turn her life around since the incident. The judge said a jail sentence was necessary, however, because of the seriousness of the incident and as a deterrent to others.
The incident occurred in August 2014, when Rockland police officers went to Barrett’s apartment shortly after 11 p.m. and arrested a man wanted on an unrelated probation violation. Within a half-hour of leaving the residence, police received a report from neighbors that the woman left the home without the child.
Officers responded and found the child, who was a few days shy of his third birthday, locked in a room and crying. Officers entered the home and waited a while for Barrett, who did not return. The child then was given to relatives.
Barrett was located about four hours later leaving a residence in a nearby neighborhood. Barrett told officers she was so upset about police arresting her friend earlier in the evening that she needed to visit friends and eat some chocolate. Police arrested Barrett.
Assistant District Attorney Jeffrey Baroody said a 14-day sentence was appropriate because of the seriousness of the case.
Defense attorney Marina Sideris said Barrett has worked hard to turn her life around since the incident. Barrett had undergone treatment for substance abuse and had gotten a job, the defense attorney said.
Billings said that far too often parents do what Barrett did, and a jail sentence was needed to send a message to others.

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“Tragically, four people sustained fatal injuries. Paramedics treated 28 people at the scene and are in the process of transporting them to local hospitals for continued medical care,” McKenzie said.
Three light motor vehicles were also damaged. One person was trapped in their vehicle and had to be freed by the fire department using hydraulic rescue equipment.
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In this edition of In the News:
- Last Week to Win $1,000 for Your Favorite Public School
- Debate Continues on Return of New Orleans Schools
- Are Special Needs Children Being Served?
- What Works (and What Doesn’t) in Education Reform
- Looking at What’s Fair
- National Focus on New Orleans
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Debate Continues on Return of New Orleans Schools
Hundreds of Parents are Fired Up at Hearing about Future of New Orleans Schools
The Times-Picayune – October 14, 2010
Last Thursday more than 600 people gathered at McDonogh 35 High School to debate the future governance of New Orleans schools.
Stay with RSD or Go Back to OPSB?
Fox 8 News – October 15, 2010
As Superintendent Paul Pastorek explains his plan to return schools to the Orleans Parish School Board, some are looking at alternate forms of governance that allow for a locally elected board but also protect charter independence.
Are Special Needs Children Being Served?
The Problem With New Orleans’s Charter Schools
Newsweek – October 6, 2010
Newsweek reporter concludes that enrollment of special needs students is too low and suspensions are too high in New Orleans charter schools, but also notes that the same problems existed when schools were under the OPSB.
State Education Officials Announce Measures to Better Serve Special Needs Students
The Times-Picayune – October 12, 2010
The state proposes a centralized enrollment system for New Orleans that will pair special needs students to appropriate schools and also proposes a special education oversight unit to address specific problems.
What Works (and What Doesn’t) in Education Reform
How To Fix Our Schools: A manifesto by Joel Klein, Michelle Rhee and other education leaders
The Washington Post – October 10, 2010
The transformative changes needed to truly fix our schools will not happen unless we first shed some of the entrenched practices that have held back our education system, practices that have long favored adults, not children.
Mayoral Control Alone Doesn’t Fix Schools, Rutgers Institute Study Finds
Bloomberg News – October 12, 2010
After a two-year study of nine education systems, the Rutgers Institute concluded that turning schools over to mayoral control did not have a positive impact on student achievement.
An Offer They Wouldn’t Refuse
Newsweek – October 12, 2010
Charlotte, NC successfully entices its most successful principals to take on the challenge of transforming its worst performing schools.
Looking at What’s Fair
Is School Funding Fair – A National Report Card
Education Law Center – October 12, 2010
A new national report rates school funding in the 50 states with idea that fairness depends not only on a sufficient level of funding for all students, but also the provision of additional resources to districts where there are more students with greater needs. Louisiana scored below average on all four indicators of fairness: funding level, funding distribution, state fiscal effort, and public school coverage.
Obama Administration Targets ‘Disparate Impact’ of Discipline
Education Week – October 12, 2010
Students of color receive different and harsher disciplinary punishments than whites for the same or similar infractions. Going forward, federal officials plan to look not just at different treatment (intentional discrimination) but also at disparate impact, whether a group is disproportionately affected by a policy though no intentional discrimination exists.
National Focus on New Orleans
New Orleans in Early Phase of School-Building Boom
Education Week – October 15, 2010
New Orleans is in the early stages of a construction spree to both build and renovate dozens of schools. With close to $2 billion on the line some question whether there is sufficient oversight and opportunity for community input in the building process.
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The Times-Picayune – September 28, 2010
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Chitwan is the most popular choice for those in search of jungle adventure. The national park is home to the Bengal tiger, one-horned rhino, sloth bear, langur monkeys, wild boar, numerous species of deer, leopard and other jungle cats and over 400 resident and migratory bird species. And of course there are optional activities such as a cultural walk to Tharu village and elephant washing.
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Things have started to slow down just a bit now that committees have finished the first round of work and the legislature is expected to take a few days off this coming week for spring break.
Floor action started in earnest this week as legislators work their way toward the first floor deadline, which is March 24. Legislators must have their bills passed off the floors of the house of origin by that date or the bills will be dead.
Highlights of the past week:
- Newborn screenings – SB1464 passed the Senate floor. The measure would require that to the extent practicable, the list of newborn screenings be identical to the recommendations of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
- HB3504, which would require health plans to cover the cost of diagnostic mammograms, passed the House floor.
- The author of a concerning vaccine measure, HB3159, which would have repealed the section of law that prohibits children with contagious diseases from attending school, filed amendment to make the measure apply only to head lice after the coalition expressed concern. We will be sure to watch the measure to make sure the amendment passes.
- Legislators dropped language into a budget bill HB4450 this week to direct federal money to the PMTC to address health care work force shortages and to change the PMTC’s name to Health Care Workforce Training Commission. The measure awaits a floor hearing.
Things to expect in the next two weeks:
- Medical power of attorney – The two measures, SB1596 and HB3815, are scheduled to be heard on the Senate and House floors, respectively.
- HB3224, which would require that newborn screening evaluations be done within 48 hours of being collected, should be heard on the House floor.
- Anti-vaccine measures – We are continuing to watch for anti-vaccine measures scheduled for floor hearings.
As always, please let us know if you have questions and thank you for your involvement.
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The cast of Lifetime‘s veteran drama Army Wives continues to staff up for the upcoming seventh season. Brant Daugherty has landed a major recurring role. He will play 2nd Lt. Patrick Clark, son of Jackie (Kelli Williams) and Kevin (Robert John Burke). An intelligent, capable infantry officer freshly minted from West Point, Patrick is eager to prove himself in combat. I hear the role, eyed as a potential love interest for Gloria (Alyssa Diaz), may become a regular next season. Daugherty, repped by AKA Talent and Sweeney Entertainment, has a major recurring role on ABC Family’s Pretty Little Liars as Lucy Hale’s former love interest and recently completed the male co-lead in the comedy spoof The Starving Games. He is also a recurring on Days Of Our Lives.
Veteran Army Wives is getting a revamp heading into Season 7, which premieres on March 10. The series, about the struggles, dreams and friendships of a diverse group of women – and one man – living with their spouses and families on an active Army post, is adding three actresses as new regulars — Ashanti, Torrey DeVitto and Elle McLemore — as original cast member member Kim Delaney is departing and Sally Pressman and Sterling K. Brown are scaling back from series regulars to recurring.
Brooke Shields has joined Army Wives‘ ever-evolving seventh season.
The actress will recur on the Lifetime drama as Katherine “Kat” Young, a brainy, brash Air Force Colonel, Deadline reports.
Shields’ character is described as a woman who can hold her own in the boys club that is the military. She’ll initially butt heads with Brian McNamara’s Army General Michael Holden.
Shields’ addition comes amid a myriad of other Wives changes, including three new series regulars (Torrey DeVitto, Ashanti and newcomer Elle McLemore), Kim Delaney’s season-opening departure and Sally Pressman’s limited participation.
Army Wives Season 7 premieres Sunday, March 10 at 9/8c.
There’ll be a few new recruits on the base when Army Wives starts Season 7.
The Lifetime drama is adding The Vampire Diaries’ Torrey DeVitto, pop singer Ashanti and newcomer Elle McLemore as series regulars in its upcoming season, Deadline reports.
DeVitto, who’s also a Pretty Little Liars vet, will play a former soldier who gave up the Army to be a mom. Her character, Maggie Hall, is a truck driver married to a staff sergeant.
Ashanti’s character, Latasha Durant, is a “sexy, fun” mother of three who runs her family and marriage with a firm hand. The “Foolish” singer has had guest roles on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and American Dreams.
McLemore will play naive Holly Gordon, a sweet farm girl who recently married a soldier. The actress currently shakes her pom-poms as Eva in Bring It On: The Musical, which is scheduled to end its Broadway run on Dec. 30.
The additions come as the cast undergoes some big changes, including Kim Delaney’s departure in the season opener and Sally Pressman’s limited participation in the episodes ahead.
Army Wives‘ classified Season 7 battle plan has leaked, and if you’re a fan of the show, believe me when I tell you it will have you standing at attention. Not only does it include (at least!) one major casualty, it also includes a handful of new recruits and contains a dozen other bits of top-secret intel. So proceed with caution…
First, the big news: Leading lady Kim Delaney, who has played Claudia Joy Holden since the Lifetime drama launched six years ago, will not be returning — like, ever. Exec producer Jeff Melvoin confirms to TVLine that her character (who is currently travelling overseas) will be killed off in the season premiere — a tragedy that will serve as a launching pad for an almost rebooted program. “The first two [episodes] will be very emotional, and it will confirm that Claudia Joy is no longer among the living,” he says. “It’s been very wrenching for us to write, and I think it will be very wrenching for the audience to go through. “Kim and Claudia Joy have been the rock upon which we based the show,” the EP continues. “But we [have to] continue to move forward and keep the show fresh and unpredictable.”
Below, Melvoin explains how he and his fellow generals will be doing exactly that:
WHAT ABOUT ROXY? | Original cast member Sally Pressman (Roxy) will be back — but not as a series regular. “Sally, just like Kim, has been a huge part of the show’s success,” notes Wives‘ boss, adding that Pressman’s real-life pregnancy will likely limit her participation to the first couple of episodes.
WHO’S STICKING AROUND? | Melvoin confirms that Catherine Bell (Denise), Wendy Davis (Joan), Alyssa Diaz (Gloria), Kelli Williams (Jackie), J.J. Soria (Hector) and Terry Serpico (Frank) are all back as series regulars. Additionally, Claudia Joy’s widower — Michael, played by Brian McNamara — will also remain a full-timer. Beyond that, Melvoin is staying mum, in part to maintain some suspense, considering Season 6 ended with a plane carrying practically half the cast possibly crashing. “Who survives the cliffhanger and who doesn’t is going to provide a lot of the juice of the first two hours.”
NEW BLOOD | Three new female characters will be introduced, including an “18-year-old farm girl from Illinois,” an African-American mother of three who “runs the kind of house that kids and adults want to hang out in,” and a drop-dead gorgeous bad girl named Maggie who is a member of the Airborne Division. She’s also on her second marriage. “It’s the first time where we’ve done a blended marriage,” notes Melvoin. “Her second husband, who is a soldier, has a 14-year-old daughter who resents Maggie. And she’s got an 11-year-old son who’s trying to fit in.”
NEW SETTING | The common thread tying the new (and some of the existing) wives together is that their “husbands all serve in the same platoon that’s stationed in an outpost in Afghanistan,” explains Melvoin, who drew inspiration for the new setting from the acclaimed 2010 war documentary Restrepo. “The war is winding down, but that doesn’t mean what they’re doing is any less dangerous or risky.”
THE MORE THINGS CHANGE… | “We’re trying to return to the show’s roots,” Melvoin says. “The central conceit of the show is friendship that transcends rank [featuring] women from different walks of life and with very different outlooks. But it’s not going to be like you just flip the page and suddenly you’re looking at a different show… It’s the same show with some fresh new colors.”
Army Wives is slated to return in mid-2013.


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Dubai: A Saudi passenger plane with 151 people on board made an emergency landing at King Abdul Aziz airport in Jeddah late on Monday.
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The Saudi Arabia flight (SV3818) bound for Dhaka in Bangladesh from Medinah in Saudi Arabia was diverted to Jeddah after the pilot spotted an issue with the aircraft's hydraulic system.
“At around 8pm local time Monday night, the Airbus A330 flight No. SV3818 took off from Medina for Dhaka Airport in Bangladesh. Sometime after takeoff, a defect in the hydraulic system was noticed and a decision was made to divert the plane to King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah,” said Abdulrahman Tayeb, a spokesman of Saudi Arabian Airlines.
The aircraft hovered above the airport for more than two hours before making the emergency landing.
The landing was successful, with a minor nose retraction as seen in a video circulating on social media. Passengers were evacuated via emergency slides and no major injuries have been reported so far.
Medical teams at the airport treated 70 passengers while four others were taken to the health centre, according to Saudi media.


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Sen. David Vitter, Louisiana Republican, apologized last night for “a very serious sin in my past” after his telephone number appeared among those associated with an escort service operated by Deborah Jean Palfrey, the “D.C. Madam.”\
Mr. Vitter’s spokesman, Joel Digrado, confirmed the statement in an e-mail sent to the Associated Press.\
“This was a very serious sin in my past for which I am, of course, completely responsible,” Mr. Vitter said in the statement. “Several years ago, I asked for and received forgiveness from God and my wife in confession and marriage counseling.” …\
He and his wife, Wendy, live in Metairie, La., with their four children.
graduate from Harvard University
resigned after admitting on the House floor that he had committed adultery
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If there are any Democrat names on the list, it will be curious to see if the media reports them with such unabashed glee.
“I’m a lot more like Lorena Bobbitt than Hillary. If he does something like that, I’m walking away with one thing, and it’s not alimony, trust me.”\
Meanwhile, between Duke Cunningham (again, allegedly), Foley, and now Vitter, we’ve got two Republicans visiting hookers and another preying on young boys in the span of 15 months. It\0x2019s starting to smell in here, boys. … Does the party need to add sex crimes to its vetting list for candidates going forward?
Contrary to the usual gum-flapping coming from the typical leftiots about how the ‘right’ has no room to talk about morals seeing as some of their own don’t hold up to standards they say others should, here’s a much needed clarification - which I’m sure will be ignored by the willfully ignorant: The right typically preaches about the goodness of leading a moral life - they don’t claim to be immune to the temptations of immorality, just that your life is more fulfilling pesonally, professionally, and spiritually if you don’t succumb to them.
The damage won’t limit itself to the Senate. Vitter serves as Rudy Giuliani’s campaign chair for the South. This follows on the heels of the indictment of Rudy’s state chair in South Carolina, State Treasurer Thomas Ravenel, on felony drug charges. For a man many unfairly derided as overly authoritarian, his campaign has begun to look a lot more libertarian than anyone suspected.
Outside the Beltway
We’re not talking here about impoverished runaways being forced into a crude life walking the streets and selling their bodies by cruel fate. Nobody’s pimp is beating them up. These are college educated women making an informed choice about how to make a living. Given the prices that have been bandied about, their clients aren’t victims, either. And, considering how long the business was in operation, they apparently weren’t even creating a nuisance in the neighborhood.\
Surely, there are more substantial problems in the District of Columbia than well-off people deciding to exchange money for sex?
5th District police precinct
— Robert Stacy McCain, assistant national editor, The Washington Times
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While my stance on how the state should treat these matters is libertarian, my social reaction is decidedly conservative. As Chris Rock observed, if your daughter grows up to be a stripper, you’ve pretty much failed as a father.
UPDATE 2:25 p.m.
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But seriously, what causes this? Well, first, normal human nature. Including humans’ drives to act in selfish but self-destructive ways. A strong dose of arrogance (most of the people in Washington have never, ever lost a single campaign for office — that’s how they got to Washington!) verging on believing they’re untouchable only compounds that. Someone who’s never really had to pay for bad behavior will be inclined to commit more bad behavior.
When they kick Kennedy out for killing a young girl, then I might care.
UPDATE 3:05 p.m.
ABC News reports
Last week, immediately following a judge’s order, Palfrey turned over phone records for her service from 1993 to 2006 to Washington, D.C. investigative reporter and author Dan Moldea, with whom she is writing a book, Moldea told ABCNews.com.\
The next day, Moldea told ABCNews.com, he discovered a phone number connected to Vitter in the records.\
Moldea, who also works as an investigator for Hustler magazine publisher Larry Flynt, contacted Flynt with the information, he said. Flynt did not immediately respond to a request for comment from ABCNews.com.\
Yesterday afternoon, a Hustler editor contacted Vitter’s office to ask his connection to Palfrey’s service.\
Soon after, Vitter’s office released its statement.


Over the weekend, I fielded a few comments from readers (and Web-siters) regarding our coverage of the Kerry Joseph trade. Some people feel that we have been soft on Saskatchewan Roughriders general manager Eric Tillman.
For example, one comment to a blog post read: “Your coverage was soft on Tillman.” I read between the lines and concluded that the reader felt that, er, our coverage was soft on Tillman.
As usual, I checked Bill Stovin’s must-read media-related blog (http://mediamelon.net/) and found an item dedicated to the Tillman issue. Bill noted a difference of opinion between the local and national media regarding the assessments of the Joseph trade. I would agree that the appraisals have been rather divergent in tenor.
It is easy to assess the Joseph trade, on the surface, and conclude that it is one-sided. After all, the Toronto Argonauts received the CFL’s reigning most outstanding player without receiving a so-called “name” player in return. That is the basis for some of the criticism of the trade. It is criticism that may prove to be justified, depending upon how unheralded newcomers Glenn January and Ronald Flemons perform in Green and White. (Yes, they are nobodies, but I chuckled last year when the Riders signed somebody named John Chick.)
I must admit, my initial reaction to the trade — upon hearing the compensation for Joseph — was, “That’s all?” Instead of opining on that basis, I sought and received a detailed explanation from Tillman. A month earlier, I had heard and published Joseph’s side of the story. The more I heard of Tillman’s rationale, the more sensible it seemed.
Do I like the deal? No. How can you like the departure of an MVP?
Do I understand the deal? Absolutely.
There is a difference between liking and understanding. I can see why Tillman acted as he did, given the circumstances he encountered. In formulating and disseminating an opinion, I tried to take the reader(s) beyond the surface assessment of “They wuz robbed!” From there, readers are free to render their opinions on my opinions. It’s part of the gig, and one that I welcome.
— ROB VANSTONE.


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Chicago nonprofit Blacks in Green is partnering with Sunrun, the country’s largest residential solar company, to expand access to solar opportunities on the city’s South Side.
By 2025, at least 25% of the Illinois’ energy must come from renewable sources, like wind or solar. But projections by the Illinois Power Agency find that without changes to current policy, the state could fall short.
The non-binding measure is being celebrated by environmental advocates, who note that Chicago is now the largest U.S. city to announce a timeline for obtaining all of its energy from renewable sources.
The Clean Energy Jobs Act aims to move Illinois to 100 percent renewable energy by 2050 while modernizing the state’s transportation sector and creating thousands of new jobs.
Mayor Rahm Emanuel announces a plan for transitioning Chicago buildings to 100 percent renewable energy by 2035. But community advocates say the plan ignores existing environmental threats in some parts of the city.
The U.S. solar energy industry lost nearly 8,000 jobs last year, but Illinois was one of just eight states that saw a significant increase in solar jobs.
State Rep. Will Davis plans to file legislation this week that he says would expand the state’s share of renewable energy to 40 percent of total energy sources by 2030.
Outgoing Gov. Bruce Rauner and first lady Diana Rauner are leaving the Governor’s Mansion in significantly greater – and greener – shape than they found it. And now the historic home has the paperwork to prove it.
The Trump administration is taking another swing at coal regulations, announcing that it plans to ditch an Obama-era rule that set pollution limits for new coal-fired power plants.
The mega-retailer says plans to install solar panels at nearly two dozen sites across Illinois will represent a 25-percent increase in the state’s current solar capacity.
Chicago is seeking proposals to install solar panels on 30 acres of previously developed land in Austin, Englewood, West Pullman, Riverdale and South Deering.
Chicago has become the seventh city in the world to receive top-level certification for its sustainability efforts focused on green buildings.
A new report from an environmental advocacy group criticizes Illinois and more than two dozen other states for adopting renewable energy plans that allow for dirty energy sources.
Hours before the resignation Thursday of EPA head Scott Pruitt, a federal judge ruled that Pruitt had violated the Clean Air Act by allowing Illinois and two other states to avoid conflict-of-interest rules.
A machine developed at the Illinois Institute of Technology will help scientists search for elusive new particles that could reshape physicists’ understanding of how the universe operates.
Despite the industry’s recent decline and new tariffs, Illinois’ solar market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, according to a new report.


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Friday, January 4, 2008
Eastern Promises (2007)
For my money, the best film of 2005 was David Cronenberg’s A History of Violence. In a year that featured no stand out films, where a B-level message movie (Crash) was honored as the best of the year, the Canadian auteur’s tightly-plotted small town noir seemed woefully under-appreciated. But even though 2007 was a much better year for movies, Cronenberg’s follow-up Eastern Promises is still one of the better films of that year, once again establishing him as one of the most distinctive and uncompromising filmmakers working today.
A History of Violence’s darker urban cousin, Eastern Promises re-teams Cronenberg with the excellent Viggo Mortensen, but trades the midwestern American vistas of that film for the stone architecture of London, which has rarely looked as cold or dreary as it does here. The story centers on Anna, a London midwife (admirably played by Naomi Watts) who comes into possession of a 14-year-old Russian girl’s diary after the girl dies in childbirth. Determined to find a way to notify the girl’s family, Anna attempts to get the diary translated, but in doing so is inadvertently drawn into contact with the Vory V Zakone, a Russian mafia headed by the charming Simeon (Armin Mueller-Stahl) and his mercurial son Kirill (Vincent Cassel). Her only ally is the mob’s mysterious driver Nikolai (Mortensen), a former thief on the verge of being accepted as a full member of the crime syndicate.
Like many Cronenberg films, Eastern Promises explores another world that exists just beneath the realm of polite society, where the “normal” person’s ways of understanding violence and cruelty no longer apply. Indeed, the more intertwined Anna becomes with the Vory V Zakone the less she and her family understand it. Upon hearing that Simeon has demanded to be given the girl’s diary, which contains several incriminating statements about he and his business, Anna’s mother exclaims “we are ordinary people!” as though in saying it she can reassert her identity as an average citizen. Nikolai, too, does his best to keep Anna away from the underworld. “You belong in there with nice people,” he says at one point after the two leave a restaurant, “stay away from people like me.”
Cronenberg’s direction is as tight and measured as ever, drawing the viewer into this dark but utterly fascinating subculture, where criminals’ histories of violence are literally written on their body in artful but threatening tattoos. These intimidating tattoos are most on display in the film’s centerpiece, a knife fight in a steam bath between Nikolai and two Chechen gangsters that becomes almost primordial in its brutality. Outside of this scene, the violence in Eastern Promises is always brief but incredibly graphic, a Cronenberg trademark. He catches an unnecessary amount of flak from critics for his depictions of violence onscreen. He is often described as sadistic or overly graphic, but his use of violence is nothing if not realistic. He is a filmmaker who realizes that above all else violence should be difficult to watch. There is never anything cool or kinetic about killing in his films, and here all the violence is committed with knives, lending a distinctly personal and intimate quality to acts that are so often portrayed as dispassionate in Hollywood films.
In addition to Cronenberg’s pitch-perfect style, Eastern Promises also enjoys an excellent group of supporting actors, chief among them Armin Mueller-Stahl as Simeon. His performance as the “godfather” of the Vory V Zakone is one of the most subtle and effective in the film, as he often manages to be both avuncular and utterly terrifying within a single scene. Vincent Cassel is also superb as Simeon’s son Kirill, a drunk and latent homosexual who has introduced Nikolai into the crime family. His character is the catalyst for a lot of the action in the film, and though he is despicable throughout, Cassel manages to instill in him some real humanity.
Still, this film belongs to Mortensen, who pulls of the role of Nikolai flawlessly. He has proven himself one of the more consistently excellent actors working today, and his role here is no exception. He has the gift of being both brutal and surprisingly gentle, and this lends an inordinate amount of realism to every film he appears in. Eastern Promises hinged on the believability of the character of Nikolai, and after watching Mortensen in action its hard to picture anyone else playing the role.
Eastern Promises is not a Great (that’s with a capital “G”) film, but part of why it works so well is that it never intended to be. The film is effectively a closed system, content to operate in its own world under its own rules. One of Cronenberg’s great gifts as a filmmaker is his modesty; he never tries to elevate his material above what it is on its surface, and is comfortable working within the worlds he creates. While this may be a part of why he as a director has never been adequately recognized, it is ultimately the reason why his films are so tight and well-constructed.


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For most of my adult existence I was the ultimate party girl. Life without booze and parties and wild nights was impossible for me to imagine. After all, alcohol was incredibly effective at (temporarily) alleviating pesky inhibitions, painful self-consciousness and paralyzing depression.
For me, binge drinking created a vicious cycle of crazy times followed by miserable self-loathing. There were endless humiliations and countless drunken escapades. I said over and over again that I'd cut back, quit drinking, get a grip on my behavior — to no avail for many years.
But one day I woke up. As I started adopting a healthier lifestyle and practicing self-care, alcohol just didn't appeal to me anymore. So I stopped drinking. Seven months later, here's what I've learned:
1. I didn’t like the person drinking made me.
That person wasn't really me. Pretty much every bad, stupid or ill-intentioned thing I’d ever done was attributable to alcohol. Not that I'm absolving myself of responsibility — I made the choice to drink. But that girl wasn't the real me.
2. I’m pretty amazing without the influence of alcohol.
Admittedly, there was an initial adjustment period. Parties felt slightly awkward without any social lubricants; everyone was happily buzzed and I was stone cold sober. Without booze, I felt boring. I used to think a couple drinks induced a better version of me. But without the alcohol as a crutch, I'm permanently that better version of me, and this is a form of self-esteem that never wears off.
3. My idea of fun has evolved.
Some things just aren't as enjoyable when you stop drinking — like tailgates and bar crawls where everyone else is totally hammered. But as parties and bars started appealing to me less, other things started appealing to me more. I discovered that healthy pursuits like art, outdoor recreation and volunteer work brought me a sense of lasting joy that was a million times more satisfying than the beer-induced kind.
4. It's gotten easier over time.
Committing to a lifetime without alcohol used to seem boring and impossible. After all, booze is everywhere and it livens everything up. But as time went on, it got easier and easier. I became comfortable in any given situation, no drinks necessary. And I can't describe how good it feels to know I won't do or say or instigate anything stupid.
5. I feel better across the board.
Ditching drinking is one of many changes I've made to my lifestyle, but all together they've effectively healed me from a depression that lingered for more than a decade. Alcohol contributed negatively to my mental health (hello, it's a depressant!) in ways I didn't even realize. Undoubtedly, abstaining from alcohol was a key factor in my healing process, and I'm an entirely different person these days.
6. No alcohol means less anxiety.
Alcohol was my means of self-medication. Sure, my anxiety all but disappeared when I was drunk, but it came raging back worse than ever in the aftermath. Alcohol fueled my stress levels (and depression) in a big way, and without it, I've found the path to peace.
7. I see things more clearly.
Alcohol affected my judgment in ways I wasn't even aware of until its influence was gone. The aftereffects of drinking kept me on an emotional roller-coaster that led to countless bad decisions and life-altering choices. These days, I know my judgment is completely sound. That's freedom.
8. I now know what real self-love feels like.
Taking care of yourself is a commitment and sometimes, it takes sacrificing short-term pleasures for long-term well-being. But there's nothing more rewarding. Drinking took me to the depths of self-loathing and despair. Without it, I can see myself for who I really am, and now I've finally realized that who I really am is pretty awesome.
Of course, drinking isn't a problem for everyone, and this is in no way meant as a condemnation of alcohol altogether. But for me, giving it up altered my life in amazing ways, and that was a story I had to share.

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January 11, 2016
Teas Tea Green Tea Plus Matcha Single Cups is blended using matcha and premium loose tea leaves to make a bold, rich taste with a delicate finish. Matcha and green tea in general is a great source of naturally occurring catechin tea antioxidants. These single cups feature a compostable filter and recyclable lid and cup.
Teas Tea Green Tea Plus Matcha Single Cups will work in K-Cup Brewers BUT NOT Keurig 2.0 brewers.
December 15, 2015
Tea4k Black Tea Single Serve Cups are made from selective pure & natural grown Camellia Sinensis tea leaves, and produce delightful and rich flavored tea to start your day. Can be served according to your preference: sweetened or unsweetened, milk or without milk, hot or cold. The tea produced is high in antioxidants.
Tea4k Black Tea Single Serve Cups will work in K-Cup Brewers including Keurig 2.0.
November 6, 2015
Teforia is a personal tea making machine who use loose leaf tea for the ultimate tea brewing experience. Teforia knows what type of tea you’re brewing and how to properly brew it unlike a Keurig single serve coffee maker that just brews tea with no knowledge of what type of tea or brew time.
Keurig is fine, but it doesn’t put any attention into the crafting process, or on how to adjust the brewing based on the type of tea. Teforia knows what type of tea you’re brewing and how to properly brew it, like having a tea master in your home.
Teforia works directly with farmers and estates to bring you the freshest and rarest collection of teas, including leaves from ancient forests and wild and pristine tea gardens, far from the reach of pesticides and modern-day pollutants.
Brew time takes 4 minutes, and Teforia says it will be the best cup of tea you’ve ever had. Teforia is on pre-order right now for $649, and the machine will go even higher after launch for $1299 MSRP.
Via TechCrunch at Teforia
April 20, 2015
The latest addition to the RealCup Capsule portfolio, China Mist Iced Teas have arrived just in time for Spring. Bursting with refreshment these iced teas can be brewed over ice or brewed with hot water. Both will provide a satisfying and invigorating cup of tea.
Available in four blends:
- Watermelon Marula (flavored black tea)
- Passion Fruit (flavored black tea)
- Triberry Delight (flavored herbal tea)
- Blackberry Jasmine (flavored green tea).
The China Mist Iced Teas Realcups will work in K-Cup Brewers and Keurig 2.0.
February 16, 2015
While we weren’t aware of the Numi brand before this review, we were a bit surprised to see how much popularity it had apparently gained in certain parts of USA & Canada over the past several years without our knowledge. It seems almost every week we’re hearing of a new brand making its way to the single serve world in one form or another, so we set about trying to find more info about the brand itself and these new Real Cups. While we couldn’t find much mention of the Real Cups except for this press release from early last year (the company’s own website makes no mention of them at all), we did find out that Numi got its start in Oakland California back in 1999 when brother (Ahmed Rahim) & sister (Reem Rahim) decided to start up their own tea company after noticing little difference in consistency & selection within competing tea brands already on the market.
Ahmed had already owned & operated tea houses abroad while Reem had been studying art in Northern California. They wanted to create a company that would encompass both their passions and so Numi Organic Tea was born. The hallmark of the company has since become known as super-premium, organic and Fair Trade Certified teas and herbal teas made with 100% real ingredients. They also make a point to ensure no natural flavorings or perfumes are used to flavor the teas… all the flavor comes from the natural ingredients themselves, nothing else.
Continue reading: "Numi Moroccan Mint Tea Real Cups Review"
January 7, 2015
From the company that does Brooklyn Beans Roastery coffee K-Cups comes Prospect Tea. These single serve tea K-Cups come in a variety of flavors, and we’ve been sampling many of them over the past few days. Prospect teas feature gourmet blends not found in other single serve cups like Darjeeling, Chai, White tea, Oolong, and more.
There are a ton of familiar and not so familiar flavors for any single serve tea situation:
- Brooklyn Breakfast - Type: Black Ceylon
- Duke of Earl Grey - Type: Earl Grey
- Golden Dragon - Type: Yunnan Gold
- Graffiti Burst - Type: Pomegranate Infused White Tea
- Himalayan Spring - Type: Oolong
- White Bengal - Type: Black
- Chamomile Chill - Type: Chamomile
- Lemon Taxi - Type: Lemon
- Peppermint Heights - Type: Peppermint
- Vanilla Chai - Type: Black
- Green Power - Type: Green
- Prospect Park Decaf - Type: Green
- Variety - Type: Choose your adventure
Prospect Tea Single Serve Tea K-Cups will work in all K-Cup Brewers but NOT Keurig 2.0. All flavors are also available now.
At Prospect Tea
November 3, 2014
The Prospect Tea Variety Pack Single Cup Tea for Keurig Brewers is from the same people who brought you Brooklyn Bean Roastery single cups. The 40 single cup variety pack includes:
- White Bengal
- Chamomile Chill
- Himalayan Spring
- Vanilla Chai
- Duke of Earl Grey
- Green Power
- Lemon Taxi
- Peppermint heights
- Prospect Park Decaf
- Golden Dragon
These teas are artisanal blends and they create the perfect brew with rich aromas. The Prospect Tea Variety Pack Single Cup Tea for Keurig Brewers and will work in K-Cup Brewers. These tea single cups are not Keurig 2.0 compatible.
March 4, 2014
In what seems to be a never-ending quest for Keurig to secure just about every major coffee & tea brand on the market, they’ve managed to secure yet another one this year and it’s a big one. We’re talking about the partnership between Keurig and Lipton Teas to produce Liption Tea K-Cups. We heard news that Tetley would release K-Cups around the same time as their T-Disc releases, but that never materialized, so on a rare trip to a local Wal-Mart (we can already hear some Tar-jay fans getting nauseated at the thought) we couldn’t resist to pick-up a box of the only Lipton flavor they had available… Lipton Soothe Smooth Green Tea K-Cups.
Continue reading: "Lipton Soothe Smooth Green Tea K-Cups Review"
October 9, 2013
Red Rose is now offering French Vanilla and Hazelnut Energy Tea K-Cups for Keurig K-Cup Brewers. The energy/good for you hot drink craze continues with these two offerings and we'll see if we can get some to review.
"While shopping at Shaw’s today in Bangor Maine, I came across two new offering from Red Rose Tea. They are now offering two new KCups. French Vanilla Energy Tea and Hazelnut Energy Tea."
These two premium black teas have an extra boost and are both naturally flavored. We've yet to find out what the energy part of the tea is. Maybe it's just really spunky? :-)
Continue reading: "RedRose French Vanilla and Hazelnut Energy Tea K-Cups"
July 1, 2013
Single serve tea has been around perhaps a bit longer than single serve coffee, and it's no surprise there's an app for it. Tea 2.0 is an iPhone app that allows you to research tea, and then save various blends you create with brew settings. You can then keep notes on the teas you've brewed, and share then with pictures on Twitter, Facebook and various other social media sites.
Seems like if they have this amazing app for tea - why don't we have one for single serve coffee?
Via Cult of Mac
July 19, 2011
The T-EASY concept from designer Dr. Hakan Gursu for Designnobis makes loose leaf and flower tea on the go possible. We've seen lots of these different tea on the go concepts, but this tiny little contraption can make up to eight cups worth of tea. To make a cup of tea you empty the contents of the tea from the plastic container in the handle, and then place it in the screened metal steeper. Single serve tea has never been cooler on the go than T-Easy, so let's hope they make this product soon.
February 17, 2011
The Tovolo Teago puts a new spin on "taking tea!" because with the Teago you can enjoy tea anywhere you go one cup at a time. Teago is a reusable 2-5 steep air tight press that draws in hot water and expresses seamlessly for perfect tea in your single serve cup every time.
- Hollow, air tight plunger can brings perfect, flavor-enhancing extraction
- Expresses water quickly, eliminates slow dripping
- Hollow body allows you to pack more tea
- Steel clip holds infuser to side of taller cups and prevents falling in
- Dishwasher safe
At Tovolo Teago - Portable Single Serve Tea
September 27, 2010
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. is pleased to announce it will package and distribute a new green tea in a K-Cup portion pack made with paper. Celestial Seasonings Honey Lemon Ginseng Green Tea Paper K-Cups are the first beverages to be offered in the new paper-based K-Cup, which is designed for use in the Keurig Single-Cup Brewing System. The K-Cup contains authentic green tea and delicate Bai Mu Dan white tea - one of the rarest and youngest of teas - creating a smooth, balanced cup with a pleasantly mild flavor.
We can't be more excited to try out the new paper K-Cups, and also being a big Green Tea drinkers here at Single Serve Coffee (hmmm... maybe we need to say Single Serve Tea) makes this announcement even more special. What we really like here is the commitment shown by Green Mountain to get recyclable K-Cups in their product mix, and this should lead the way for recyclable coffee K-Cups in the future.
The announcement also states they are looking at even more ways to reduce the materials needed in all of their portion pack materials, which we believe will result in innovative packaging for on shelf, and more K-Cups shipped in bulk. All of these eco-friendly ideas are great steps in making Green Mountain even greener in the future.
September 15, 2010
Our quest to try every new “Brew Over Ice” K-Cup continues today with our review of Celestial Seasonings Southern Sweet Perfect Iced Tea K-Cups. These K-Cups combine traditional black tea and dump on a generous serving of cane sugar to add a touch of the South to this drink since after all; sweet tea did originate from the Southern states (as is described via this interesting Wikipedia entry). As a matter of fact, the first thing you’ll probably notice is the weight of these K-Cups… they are PACKED with cane sugar and weigh a few grams more than some other flavors in the lineup.
Upon brewing, mild aromas of black tea appear for a few minutes although overall, there’s not much of a scent present in the finished cup once all is said and done. We were expecting a bit more of a traditional orange pekoe scent but it’s always hard to get the same aromas as the hot version when you’re making iced tea. As a result, we’ll score this as average.
Continue reading: "Review: Celestial Seasonings Southern Sweet Perfect Iced Tea K-Cups"


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Best Hotels and Places to Stay in Samotwor
Samotwor, located in Poland, is a charming destination that offers a blend of natural beauty and cultural attractions. With its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and warm hospitality, Samotwor is an ideal place for tourists seeking a peaceful getaway and an authentic Polish experience.
Where to Stay?
Below are the best areas in Samotwor to stay, each offering unique features and attractions:
The Old Town: This historic district is the heart of Samotwor, known for its well-preserved architecture and cobblestone streets. Staying here allows easy access to landmarks such as the Market Square, Town Hall, and St. Mary's Church.
Lake District: Nature lovers will enjoy a stay by the lakeside, surrounded by lush forests and tranquil waters. The Lake District offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and hiking, creating a relaxing and rejuvenating atmosphere.
Spa & Wellness Resorts: Samotwor is known for its natural spa resorts that offer a range of wellness treatments, mineral springs, and therapeutic baths. These resorts provide a serene environment for those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation.
Price per Hotel Room per Night:
The average price for hotel rooms per night varies in Samotwor based on the star rating of the hotel. Here are the average prices for 3-star, 4-star, and 5-star hotels:
3-star hotels: $60 to $90 per night
4-star hotels: $90 to $150 per night
5-star hotels: $150 to $300 per night
Best Value for Money:
Hotel Astra: Offering comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and a convenient location, Hotel Astra provides excellent value for money in Samotwor.
Hotel Polaris: With its affordable rates and modern amenities, Hotel Polaris is a top choice for budget-conscious travelers in Samotwor.
Hotel Sonata: Providing comfortable accommodations and a range of amenities at reasonable prices, Hotel Sonata is another great value-for-money option.
Best Kid-friendly Hotels:
Hotel Smiles: With spacious family rooms, a play area, and a variety of children's activities, this hotel ensures a memorable stay for families with kids in Samotwor.
Resort Funland: Offering a combination of comfortable accommodations, a water park, and various entertainment facilities, Resort Funland is a popular choice for families seeking a fun-filled vacation.
Best Hotels for a Romantic Getaway:
Villa Romance: This charming boutique hotel offers a romantic ambiance with elegantly decorated rooms, candlelit dinners, and breathtaking views, making it perfect for couples.
Castle Dream: Nestled in a fairytale-like castle, Castle Dream offers luxurious rooms, fine dining options, and a serene setting, making it an enchanting choice for a romantic getaway.
Best for Location:
Hotel Central: Situated in the heart of the Old Town, Hotel Central provides easy access to major attractions, restaurants, and shopping areas.
Lakeside Resort: Offering stunning views of the lake and surrounding nature, Lakeside Resort provides a peaceful retreat while still being within reach of Samotwor's attractions.
Boutique Hotel Riverside: Located by the river, this hotel offers a convenient location close to both the Old Town and the natural surroundings, providing a perfect blend of city and nature experiences.
Best for a Short City Break:
Hotel Bliss: Situated in the city center, Hotel Bliss offers comfortable rooms, proximity to key attractions, and a range of amenities ideal for a short city break in Samotwor.
Hotel Skyline: With its contemporary design, top-notch facilities, and a central location, Hotel Skyline is a great choice for those looking for a stylish and convenient stay.

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This two bedroom, one bathroom rental is the perfect place to unwind and feel right at home. Bad: The gorgeous, up-close, 180 degree views facing the Absaroka Mountains will take your breath away, so bring a vehicle to get to/from all the places on your list. Good: Whether you’re reeling in scores of fish in the Yellowstone, soaking in the water at Chico Hot Springs (10 min drive) or hiking Yellowstone Park (30 min. drive), there are numerous delightful/memorable experiences very close by.
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Our authentic log cabins were hand-crafted by an expert team of Amish workers to deliver a true western experience! Sip coffee on the deck while overlooking the majestic Absaroka mountain range, while the neighboring horses graze nearby. We feature brand new memory foam mattresses, a full kitchen, and a smart TV with Netflix/Hulu/HBO/Youtube TV. Relax and play a game of cards or catch your favorite show on TV! Please Note: No pets. You will be charged $150 for bringing any pets into rental.
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Elk Ridge cabin with great views near Yellowstone
Just the right amount of rustic, this cabin is also quite secluded with a few neighbors, including deer, elk, eagles, hawks, magpies, blue birds, Cassin finches, gophers, and more! Located with an awe-inspiring view of the mountains and so close to Yellowstone and Chico Hot Springs, and the western town of Livingston. Livingston and Emigrant offer nice dining, breweries, an array of art galleries and other unique shops. Chico's pool is outdoors, wonderfully clean as water is fresh every day.
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Maps.Me offers you the opportunity to have useful maps on your mobile device. It is free and presents detailed information on car navigation, cycling routes and hiking. What is incredibly convenient is that these maps can be accessed even in an offline mode. This way you can save some internet traffic. With the help of these maps you can explore new places and plan an exciting trip. There will be displayed information on nearby hotels, restaurants and main touristic attractions. You can even update the maps with relevant information, this is an ungoing process and millions of users are already doing their best.
You can use is as an alternative source for maps if you have other similar applications already installed on your mobile device. Offline navigation, GPS and optimized maps do not take up much space on your device. Save your favorite places and share them with your friends. Other features include the possibility to book hotel rooms on Booking.com directly from the application. You can share your location via social media, messengers and SMS service. This is a perfect app for those who are fond of cycling, but remember, the GPS may decrease your battery life much faster.


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Stan Getz was born on February 2, 1927 in Philadelphia and lived a modest childhood in New York with his Ukrainian parents. Drawn to music, he took up the bassoon and double bass before opting for the saxophone and revealing exceptional gifts. He was only 16 years old when he joined Jack Teagarden's big band swing band and then the biggest white bands of the time.
Noticed by Woody Herman, famous conductor of The Second Herd, Stan Getz became the soloist of the Four Brothers Orchestra, forming with Zoot Sims, Herbie Steward and Serge Chaloff, a group of talented young saxophonists who would become legendary. Influenced by Lester Young and his nonchalant style, Getz regaled audiences with his historic improvisation on the ballad Early Autmn in 1948. He became the undisputed leader of the new trend of distanced and sophisticated lyricism. However, he quickly distanced himself from the influence of Lester Young. In 1949, he left Woody Herman's orchestra and founded his own quartet with Horace Silver. He continued his work and strengthened his playing without ever losing the mastery of an incomparable velvet sound. He travels in Europe, creates a telepathic quintet with Jimmy Rainey and participates in the tours of the Jazz At The Philarmonic. Multiplying the sessions with the greatest jazzmen of the time, from Dizzy Gillespie to Oscar Peterson, the saxophonist is on all fronts despite major problems of drug addiction.
After a two-year escapade in Stockholm to recharge his batteries, Stan Getz returned to the United States in 1960 and discovered a scene in full reconstruction with John Coltrane and Sonny Rollins at its head imposing a new style: free jazz. In order to breathe new life into his career, he sought his place in this new scene. He recorded Jazz Samba with Charlie Byrd, which was an immediate success with the public and opened the field to the most diverse mixes of jazz and Brazilian rhythms. Stan Getz will dig to explore all the facets of this hybrid aesthetic and will sign with Antonio Carlos Jobim and Joao Gilberto the mythical album Getz / Gilberto, an unsurpassed masterpiece of the genre with the singer Astrud Gilberto.
Now enjoying international recognition, Stan Getz continued his exploration of more sophisticated forms of jazz. At the turn of the 70's, he signed one of the most beautiful records of his career, "Dynasty", rediscovering, in a resolutely lyrical register, the vehemence and ardor that characterized him as a young man. Throughout the 70s, Stan Getz alternated styles and registers, moving from "fusion" climates marked by the jazz-rock revolution to more classical contexts alongside Bill Evans, while continuing to celebrate the elective affinities between jazz and bossa nova. During the last years of his life, Stan Getz will return to a more traditional jazz and privilege his taste for the most refined pianists.
Stan Getz died on June 6, 1991, of liver cancer.


The influence of dopants on the Curie temperature of Co ferrite Georgiana Dascalu, Luminita Boutiuc Hrib, Vasilica Gafton, O.F. Caltun Faculty of Physics and CARPATH Center, “Al. I. Cuza” University, 700506 Iasi, Romania firstname.lastname@example.org In the last years, the magnetostrictive materials for smart sensors have attracted a great interest because of their wide range of applications in the industry. Cobalt ferrites are promising materials for stress and torque sensor applications for which large value of strain derivative and high magnnetostrictive coefficient are desired properties, as well as low values of Curie temperature although it leads to negligible magnetomechanical hysteresis at room temperature. There are many studies concerning cobalt ferrites obtained by conventional ceramic technique. Recently, Mn and Si substitutions in Co ferrites have been reported to control the magnetomechanical hysteresis by decreasing the Curie temperature. The aim of this work was to study the influence of the sintering temperature and of the substitution level on the Curie temperature and on the magnetostriction coefficients for a series of cobalt ferrites with chemical compositions: CoFe2-xMnxO4 and CoSixFe2-xO4. These samples were synthesized by using standard powder ceramic technique. The microstructure of the samples was investigated using XRD and SEM analysis. Vibrating sample magnetometry and strain gauge measurements were used to characterize the magnetic and magnetostriction properties . The study results showed that a small amount of Mn substitution for iron decreases drastically the Curie temperature but also decreased the magnetostrictive coefficients. The same properties can be observed for Si substituted cobalt ferrites. The Curie temperature decreased from 530oC to 390oC with an increase of the Si concentration up to 0.6. An increase of the strain derivative was determined by an augmentation of the silicon concentration in the cobalt ferrite composites. The results demonstrate the possibility of controlling the magnetic and magnetomechanical properties through Mn and Si substitutions in this type of composites.


With the rise of fast fashion and ever changing trends, the amount of clothing that ends up in landfill is devastating - Australians send 0.5 million tonnes of clothing to landfill every year. One environmentally conscious business that’s passionate about preserving our environment for future generations is Will & Bear.
Born on a trip in a van around the Tasmanian wilderness, Will & Bear founders Alex and Lauren wanted their social enterprise to inspire a life lived outdoors and a deeper connection with the environment. The Australian headwear label produces ethical and sustainable unisex hats, made from 100% Australian wool by expert milliners in Inner Mongolia. A hat represents adventure, a healthy life outdoors and is an item to last a lifetime. It was also an opportunity for Will & Bear to work on new and innovative manufacturing technologies and materials to help reduce our reliance on new fibres.
To further their passion for helping the environment, Will & Bear teamed up with trees.org, a group fighting the global environmental crisis by planting trees in areas affected by deforestation. For every hat sold, trees.org will plant 10 trees; they’ve already planted 41,680 trees - that’s enough trees to cover 27 football fields!
This dream team continues to challenge the ways in which their business can make a difference, and are currently working on a collection of hats made from up-cycled waste materials to lower our impact on the planet and help promote slow fashion. To support their new ‘Keep it slow’ collection, Will & Bear ran a successful crowdfunding campaign with ING Dreamstarter in late 2017 and raised over $20,000.
This slow range of hats will be designed to leave the most minimal environmental impact possible by reducing reliance on new fibres. Turning materials like paper into straw beach hats, plastic bottles into suede & cotton like fabrics and salvaged wool into warm beanies. These new manufacturing technologies aim top drastically reduce the embodied energy of each hat made.
Alex and Lauren are also looking to integrate more sustainable practices within Will & Bear’s current business model and are actively working towards becoming B-corp certified by 2020.
41,680 trees planted - equivalent of 27 football fields - in just one year of business


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