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Golems Mod For Minecraft PE APK
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- Golems PE Mod
There are two ways to spawn the golems. Either you can use the Not Enough Items mod to get the spawn eggs to your inventory or you can build the structures as seen further down to summon them.
- Space PE
Begin by crafting a rocket. To craft it you will need 7 iron blocks and 2 redstones. Use the rocket item on the ground to spawn it and then hit it a few times to enter it and get launched out in space.
- SuperNatural PE
SuperNatural PE is a mod focusing on magic staffs, wands and cubes. The staffs are weapons with different abilities such as the ability to fly and heal. The cubes are blocks which can be placed and used to change how the environment acts such as the setting of the sun. There are also evil Naga mages walking the earth. They only appear to be dangerous during night.
- Nether’s Son Mod
The Nether Son’s Summoner must be crafted in a stonecutter (craft a stonecutter with 4 cobblestones in a crafting table). The Adamantium Ingot and Adamantium Sword can be crafted in an ordinary crafting table.
- Scary Skins
Halloween is tomorrow (at least considering when this was written) and that’s the main reason why this collection of skins were put together. To give you an opportunity to dress up as a Headless Horseman or some other monster like creature to scare your friends.
- hunter: Hollow Mountain
A large hollow mountain. As far as we know free from monsters spawning and such which should make it your perfect space for building a base.
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You also have BlockLauncher for install mod and skin for minecraft Pe
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- Golems Mod For Minecraft PE 1.0 for Android 4.0.3+ APK Download
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Update on: 2015-11-04
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Philippine officials continued to cooperate with other governments to pursue international law enforcement action against suspected foreign traffickers in six cases. The recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring or receipt of a child for the purpose of exploitation shall also be considered as "trafficking in persons" even if it does not involve any of the means set forth in the preceding paragraph.
Officials, including those in Anti trafficking act of the philippines missions, law enforcement agencies, and other government entities, allegedly have been complicit in trafficking or allowed traffickers to operate with impunity.
The government provided anti-trafficking training to Philippine troops prior to their deployment abroad on international peacekeeping missions. Trafficking is deemed committed by a syndicate if carried out by a group of three 3 or more persons conspiring or confederating with one Anti trafficking act of the philippines.
The concerned government official or employee shall, upon conviction, be dismissed from the service and be barred permanently to hold public office. An employment permit also has to be secured from the Department of Labor and Employment.
Under Section 4b of this new law, introducing or matching any Filipino woman to a foreign national for marriage for the purpose of acquiring, buying, offering, selling, or trading her to engage in prostitution, pornography, sexual exploitation, forced labor, slavery, involuntary servitude or debt bondage is also considered an act of trafficking.
It shall likewise advocate for the inclusion of the issue of trafficking in persons in both its local and international advocacy for women's issues.
Davao provinces, along with the Caraga region, have become the favorites of child traffickers posing as tourists. In this regard, the consent of a trafficked person to the intended exploitation set forth in this Act shall be irrelevant.
The punished overt acts include trafficking under the guise of arranged marriage, adoption, sex tourism, prostitution, pornography, or the recruitment of children into armed conflict.
The license of a recruitment agency which trafficked a child shall be automatically revoked. Organized crime syndicates transported sex trafficking victims from China through the Philippines en route to third-country destinations. Statistics[ edit ] A report put the number of child victims of prostitution at 75, in the Philippines.
The government identified six cases of children recruited and used by armed groups. In the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, where an estimatedpersons were displaced during the reporting period due to intensified violence and reports of recruitment and use of child soldiers by armed groups continued, the government declared martial law on May 23,and extended it into The government continued strong efforts to provide anti-trafficking training to government officials, with a focus on educating stakeholders on the provisions of the amendment to the anti-trafficking law; IACAT independently conducted 27 training sessions for government officials and held 21 additional trainings for officials in cooperation with other partners.
Programs that Address Trafficking in Persons. Forced labor and sex trafficking of men, women, and children within the country also remains a significant problem.
As complementary legislation, slavery and forced labor are also punished under Articles andRevised Penal Code of the Philippinesand Republic Act No.
Identified victims were not punished for unlawful acts committed as a result of being trafficked; however, efforts to identify adult sex trafficking victims were inadequate, making such victims vulnerable to punishment. The RHWC treated 1, cases in2, cases in and 6, cases in These representatives shall be nominated by the government agency representatives of the Council, for appointment by the President for a term of three 3 years.
Those who buy or engage the services of trafficked persons for prostitution are likewise penalized with six months of community service and a fine of P50, for the first offense and an imprisonment of one year and a fine of P, for second and subsequent offenses.
During the year, the government obtained a conviction in eight months, the fastest a trafficking conviction has ever been achieved in the Philippines. The women usually let the economically better-off foreigners into their lives and their homes, not knowing that the men would later pounce on their young children.
To decrease the vulnerability to trafficking of thousands of undocumented Filipino workers in the Malaysian state of Sabah, the DFA sent a Philippine consul from its embassy in Kuala Lumpur to the region on a quarterly basis to provide services, including the provision of passports and other documents.
Southeast Asia is a source, transit and destination for men, women, and children trafficked internally and internationally for the purposes of sexual exploitation and forced labor. The Philippine National Police, for the period January to date, was able to rescue victims of trafficking and arrested 42 persons.
The government sustained its efforts to provide anti-trafficking training to its officials by supporting the provision of basic and advanced skills training through programs that included a focus on the investigation and prosecution of cases involving forced labor, child soldiers, child victims of online sexual exploitation, as well as the provision of trauma-informed care in residential facilities.
It shall closely coordinate with various law enforcement agencies to secure concerted efforts for effective investigation and apprehension of suspected traffickers. It enjoins local officials to promote and support activities for the protection and total development of children, particularly those below seven years of age, and adopt measures to prevent and eradicate drug abuse, child abuse, and juvenile delinquency.
DSWD operated 26 temporary shelters for women and girls who have been victims of abuse. Section 28 of Republic Act No. As a result, DSWD social workers and representatives of the Overseas Workers Welfare Authority, working in coordination with anti-trafficking task forces, assisted 2, repatriated and 15 deported Filipino workers.
In cases when prosecution or trial is conducted behind closed-doors, it shall be unlawful for any editor, publisher, and reporter or columnist in case of printed materials, announcer or producer in case of television and radio, producer and director of a film in case of the movie industry, or any person utilizing tri-media facilities or information technology to cause publicity of any case of trafficking in persons.
Of the 82 cases, 25 cases were recommended for prosecution. Continuing a donor-supported pilot program, two Department of Justice DOJ victim-witness coordinators assisted victims whose cases were investigated and prosecuted by anti-trafficking task forces.
Adult victims residing in shelters were permitted to leave unchaperoned, provided there were no threats to their personal security or psychological care issues. Under Section 4b of this new law, introducing or matching any Filipino woman to a foreign national for marriage for the purpose of acquiring, buying, offering, selling, or trading her to engage in prostitution, pornography, sexual exploitation, forced labor, slavery, involuntary servitude or debt bondage is also considered an act of trafficking.The Philippines prohibits sex and labor trafficking through its Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act and the Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act ofwhich prescribe penalties that are sufficiently stringent and commensurate with those prescribed for other serious crimes, such as rape.
The "Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of ," otherwise known as Republic Act No.was signed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo last May The Philippines is the first country in Southeast Asia to come up with this tough measure against trafficking.
Mar 21, · The Senate voted Wednesday to approve an anti-sex-trafficking bill that would allow victims of sex trafficking to seek justice against online platforms that knowingly facilitate the act, a move. This act is called the “Anti-Human Trafficking Act, B.E.
”. Section 2. This Act shall come into force after one hundred and twenty days from the date of its publication in the Government Gazette. “member” means a member of. The Philippines’ Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of provides the legal framework for the criminalization of human trafficking in the Philippines.
The Anti-Trafficking Act provides the definition of human trafficking under Filipino law, which mirrors the UN Human Trafficking Protocol definition. PHILIPPINES: Tier 1 The Government of the Philippines fully meets the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking.
The government continued to demonstrate serious and sustained efforts during the reporting period; therefore the Philippines remained on Tier 1.Download

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THORChain Exploit Leaves 13,000 ETH Extracted From DeFi Bridge Protocol
THORChain, a cross-chain liquidity network enabling users to swap between blockchains directly from their wallets, has confirmed that an exploit occurred on the network, prompting its security team to halt operations.
According to its official Telegram announcements channel, the attack left the protocol with approximately 13,000 ETH of value extracted from its chain. THORChain is a decentralized finance bridge for major cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, as well as other prominent DeFi tokens.
“While the treasury has the funds to cover the stolen amount, we request the attacker get in contact with the team to discuss return of funds and a bounty commensurate with the discovery.” THORChain said in a statement on the matter of the exploit.
Following the attack, the protocol has ceased operations for security reasons, and has since advised node operators, liquidity providers, and swappers that their funds will be available as soon as the issue is patched and the network resumes in normal operational conditions.
“Problems like this highlight the resiliency of decentralized communities – Without any admin/dev intervention the community identified & halted THORChain within an hour. THORChain will emerge stronger after this attack.” THORChain stated.
The THORChain DeFi bridge is designed as a decentralized, anonymous, and oracle-free bridge between blockchains, and was built back in 2018 by a mostly anonymous team of developers participating in a hackathon. The protocol’s multi-chain “chaosnet” was launched early this year in April.
Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.


It can be tough to know when to have your Mazda B2600 radiator serviced if you don't know what it does, but you need to know the signs of radiator malfunction. As part of your car’s cooling system, your radiator helps keep engine temperature regulated. If your radiator isn’t functioning like it’s supposed to, the engine can overheat – or worse, break down.
Keeping up with regular radiator maintenance in your 1988 Mazda B2600 is crucial to keep your engine in the best possible shape for years to come. To keep your radiator functioning, Mazda recommends replacing your antifreeze or coolant at scheduled intervals but it’s also wise to keep an eye out for signs of a failing radiator. Your radiator could be close to causing an engine breakdown if you see coolant leaks under your car, high engine temperatures, or a dashboard light that indicates low coolant. Visit your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for a Courtesy Check at the first sign of one of these issues.
What happens during a radiator repair service? When you come to Firestone Complete Auto Care, we’ll begin your radiator repair with an in-depth inspection of the cooling system in your Mazda B2600. Then, we’ll move on to a machine-powered coolant exchange. Finally, we’ll refill the flushed sealants, lubricants and chemicals, then do a pressure check to catch any possible leaks.
Radiator problems often go hand in hand with water pump problems. Of all the parts in your 1988 Mazda B2600 engine, the water pump is one that needs to be addressed ASAP once an issue is identified. This pump ensures that coolant is always flowing through the radiator, hoses, and engine. If it’s not working well (or at all), your engine can easily overheat. Our technicians can take a look at your radiator’s components to help you stay ahead of any potential engine problems. When it comes to radiator service and repair, we’re here to give your 1988 Mazda B2600 the top-notch service it needs. We stand behind our work with our Triple Promise: Fixed Right, Priced Right, Right on Time.
With regular maintenance and service as needed, you could extend the life of your 1988 Mazda B2600 radiator. Get answers to common radiator questions, and head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care as soon as you suspect a radiator issue.
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Rovio, the app developer behind the Angry Birds game series, has announced that a new CEO will take the helm at the beginning of next year.
Mikael Hed will move aside on 1 January to be replaced by Pekka Rantala (pictured), who has more than 20 years of experience in the branded consumer products sector and was most recently CEO of Finnish drinks company Hartwall.
Rantala previously had a successful career with Nokia in which he rose to become senior VP of global marketing.
Hed has been Rovio chief for five years, during which it saw phenomenal success with Angry Birds, which became the most-downloaded mobile game of all time. To ensure a smooth transition, Rantala will work closely with Hed until the end of the year.
Hed said Rantala “is known to be a great leader with experience building successful global consumer brands” and added that he will continue to play an active role and support the incoming CEO to ensure the continued success of Rovio.
Kaj Hed, the chairman of Rovio’s board, nominated the outgoing CEO for a position on the board of directors. The CEO has also been appointed chairman of Rovio Animation Studios, where he will oversee the production of the company’s first feature film which is slated for release in July 2016.
Rovio is following a strategy in which it has used its success with Angry Birds to build a business that includes merchandise, animation, licensing and even theme parks.
However, the company reported a significant fall in profit for 2013 after what CFO Herkko Soininen described as a “foundation-building year” in which it invested in new business areas, such as animation and video distribution, new business models with its games; and consolidated its position in consumer products licensing.
Rovio has historically generated much of its game revenue from paid downloads but the industry shift to freemium games has seen it invest in “the free-to-play economy” with games such as ‘Angry Birds Go!’.

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Powder Metallurgy: Technologies and Global Markets
The global market for powder metallurgy parts and powder shipments was 4.3 billion pounds (valued at $20.7 billion) in 2011 and grew to nearly 4.5 billion pounds ($20.5 billion) in 2012. This market is expected to reach 5.4 billion pounds (a value of nearly $26.5 billion) by 2017.
- An overview of the global powder metallurgy market
- Analyses of global market trends, with data from 2011, estimates for 2012, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2017
- Reviews of companies that manufacture powder metal and other related materials used in the process, such as ceramics and nanopowders, special alloys, and metal matrix composites; and companies that make parts and components for automotive products, industrial and tolling equipment, recreation and hobby items, appliances, business machines, and other products
- Discussion of manufacturing capability and consumption by regional markets
- Examinations of industry standards, government and industry support, and other key factors related to the success of powder metallurgy
- Identification of market drivers within the industry
- Evaluations of the quantity and value of various powders and parts shipments in the next five years
- Projections of technological issues, trends, and other influential factors
- Comprehensive company profiles of major players in the industry.
This report analyzes the PM industry on a global basis, including manufacturing capability and consumption by regional markets. It also examines industry standards, government and industry support, and other key factors related to the success of powder metallurgy.
Market drivers within the industry are identified. The quantity and value of various powders and parts shipments is projected from 2011 to 2012, and then over a five-year period from 2012 to 2017. Technological issues and trends are projected and other influential factors are discussed.
The report identifies major manufacturers of powder metal and other related materials, such as ceramics and nanopowders, special alloys and metal matrix composites. It also includes companies that make parts and components for automotive products, industrial and tolling equipment, recreation and hobby items, appliances, business machines and other products.
The author of the BCC report on which this updated edition is based is Robert H. Moran. Mr. Moran has worked as a technology market analyst and technology writer for more than 20 years and is the author of numerous BCC Research reports. He has authored reports covering various deposition technologies, displays, solar energy and solid-state lighting. He earned a B.S. degree in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.
The analyst responsible for updating the report is Andrew McWilliams, a partner in the Boston–based international technology and marketing consulting firm 43rd Parallel LLC. Mr. McWilliams is the author or co-author of many other BCC studies, including studies in related fields such as AVM078A New Electronic Materials and Device Technologies: Global Markets; EGY053C Advanced Materials and Devices for Renewable Energy: Global Markets; AVM015F High-Performance Ceramic Coatings: Markets and Technologies; NAN015F Advanced Ceramics and Nanoceramic Powders; AVM028E Global Markets for Friction Products and Materials; and NAN021E Global Markets for Nanocomposites, Nanoparticles, Nanoclays and Nanotubes.
BCC projects that value of powder shipments will resume growth in 2010 at a 3.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $4.6 billion in 2009 to $4.7 billion in 2010. From 2010 to 2015, this segment will increase at a 6.8% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) to a value of $6.6 billion.
- The part base will grow from a low of nearly $9.7 billion in 2009 to more than $10 billion in 2010. From 2010 to 2015 this segment will increase at a 6.8% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) to reach a value of $13.9 billion in 2015.
- Individual powders and parts will also pick up in 2010. Iron and steel powders will grow at a 3.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) and parts made from them will also rise by 3.5%. Through 2015, we expect to see iron and steel powder growth of 5.1% CAGR as the auto and other industries resume higher growth rates.
All powders and materials are expected to reach 2.9 billion pounds for a total value of $5.9 billion by 2011.
The parts produced by the powders and materials are estimated to reach $15.9 billion by 2011.
Shipments of iron and steel powders are increasing gradually; with a projected 4.8% annual growth rate by the end of our forecast period. Sales of aluminum powders will increase. Newer materials will also be used in autos to improve performance and play a role in energy conservation.
Hand tools, appliances, and computer storage devices are all potential applications of this technology, and other compounds made of metal and a nonmetallic element will expand the PM market in the years to come..

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When is the Best Time to Visit Singapore?
The best time to visit Singapore is anytime. The island nation tends to experience a warm, tropical climate throughout the year. Singapore doesn’t have a fixed set of the season. Rainfall happens to be an everyday phenomenon even during the non-moonsoon period. Relative humidity falls between the range of 70% to 80%. April is the warmest month, January is the coolest and November is the wettest month. The island nation has two main moonsoon seasons:
- Northeast Moonsoon Season (December to March):
The Northeast Moonsoon has a “wet phase” (December and January) as well as a “dry phase” (February and March). The wet phase witnesses consistent moderate to heavy downpours both in the afternoons and early evenings while the dry phase is cool with little to no rainfall.
- Southwest Moonsoon Season (June to September):
The Southwest Moonsoon Season witnesses showers accompanied by thunderstorm between predawn to midday. However, the thunderstorms typically last for less than thirty minutes.
- Ideal Season: The best time to visit the Island nation is when the temperature is at its best as well as when the city has school holidays. That will be from June to July and November to December.
- February to April: The month of February and April are between the summer and winter seasons. These months are very exciting and filled with a wide variety of outdoor activities and visitors can also experience the festivities of the Chinese New Year.
What To Pack for a Trip to Singapore
General Style Tips:
The Island nation is known to have summer all year round. So it’s recommended, you always pack your best sunblock and swimwear.
- Casual Clothing is accepted among the people of Singapore as long as you keep it neat and clean. Clean? Well, the locals are clean freaks, and they frown at shabbiness.
- Jeans and T-shirts also works. However, be sure to take lightweight natural fabrics including cotton, linen, and silk. This kind of fabrics will be super comfortable in the heat. Moreover, they can be washed and dried with ease.
- You should also know that some restaurant and clubs may require more formal clothing; in essence, some of them may not accept sleeveless tops, shorts or flip flops. So, be sure to pack smart outfits and shoes just in case.
- Most restaurants, hotels and shopping malls are fully air-conditioned, and as such it’s recommended you pack a pullover, wrap or pashmina to keep warm.
- Also, keep in mind that the sun in the Island nation tends to be a bit harsh; so be sure to get a sunhat and remember to take your sunscreen when you hit the road or pools at any of the stunning boutique hotels in Singapore.
- The Reimann P20 range is sure to be your best bet when it comes to enjoying 10-hour protection. A travel umbrella will also come in handy for some extra shade.
What Shoes To Pack:
- Be sure to pack or buy comfortable shoes especially if you plan to enjoy daytime strolls. When it comes to getting super comfy shoes, we recommend you go for flip flops and sandals. Moreover, these kinds of footwear will be much easier to dry after frequent rain showers.
- Besides your personal comfort, flip flops are also loved by the locals, especially the young ones; as such, this footwear will give you the chance to blend in perfectly. Just be sure you get ones that fit comfortably.
Clothing Tips for Men and Women:
- Since the humidity of the nation can be a bit troublesome to the hair, it’s recommended that you get some accessories or a scarf to keep your hair neat and tidy.
- If you are coming over for business, then you can go for a regular business dress or suit.
- A few hand-picked pieces of custom jewelry will lighten up your outfit and make you look super gorgeous.
- You can also cover your shoulders with your pashmina or a sarong when visiting religious sites.
- It’ll be ideal for men to pack shirts, long pants and jackets, especially when visiting smarter clubs and restaurants.
- If you’re in the Island nation for business transactions, traditional business suits will work well for you. Moreover, you can choose not to wear a jacket if the day is sunny.
- If you’re looking for travel jackets that offer both comfort and versatility, we suggest you go for the SCOTTeVEST range. These jackets also have multiple pockets as well as RFID security options.
Gear for the Weather:
- The wettest months in Singapore are in the Northeast Moonsoon Season (November, December, and January). The weather is slightly cooler in this period. However, the rain is constant all year round.
- Generally, rainstorms tend to be short but heavy, so be sure to take a travel umbrella wherever you go. We don’t recommend wearing a waterproof as it could be uncomfortable due to the hot and humid weather.
Other Things to Pack and Know:
- The city boasts thousands of shops along with many shopping malls which offer high-quality products. If you happen to be a shopaholic, you’ll want to pack light. Moreover, you may have to get a fold-up bag to bring all your goodies home.
- Do you love sightseeing? If so, be sure to get a lightweight shoulder bag or day sack to carry essentials needed for the sightseeing adventure.
- Do you smoke? If so, you should know that smoking is prohibited in most public places in the city. Packing alternatives such as patches are sure to come in handy.
- The Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) System does not allow the chewing of gum. Also, be sure not to litter the pavements as the laws are very strict and fines are high. These laws are the secret behind the cleanness of Singapore.
- Keep an eye out for your mobile phone with a phone bunjee. It safeguards your phone against theft, loss, and damage.
- The city’s tap water is 100% safe to drink. However, if you prefer to get bottled water, we suggest you carry a Go! Filtered Water Bottle; you can easily fill up from any source and get safe, clean drinking water without adding to the landfill.
- You may want to get a travel adapter plug if you want to make use of electrical gadgets. You’ll also want to get a step-down voltage converter if your devices do not work with local voltage (230V).
- Avoid paying unnecessary baggage fees. Be sure to use an accurate luggage scale to ensure you comply with the general weight allowance. What about souvenirs? You’ll definitely want to remember the great experience you had in the beautiful city of Singapore. An attractive option is bottles of Singapore Sling cocktail; be sure to put all liquids in your checked-in luggage. Moreover, Merlion (the national mascot of Singapore) tend to be featured on so many products that you can buy. In essence, there’s no shortage of souvenirs!
How to Reach Singapore
- By Air:
Singapore has a total of eight airports, but Changi Airport happens to be the main airport. Changi is one of the best airports in Asia and it has also been repeatedly awarded as the best in the world. The airport is linked to several cities around the world including Shanghai, London, New York, Paris, Delhi, Sydney, etc. It also boasts a number of facilities including several gardens, a gym, free internet, cafes, an outdoor pool and lots of shops.
- By Train:
The Island nation is connected to Malaysia, Johor Bahru and Kuala Lumpur by rail. The city station operates up to three trains per day including a sleeper. The Tanjong Pagar MRT station Singapore is the main point of all departures and arrivals.
- By Bus:
There are two major causeways that connect Singapore to Malaysia and the mainland of Asia. The city has regular bus services that operate from as early as 5 am till midnight. Buses are operated by two companies known as Causeway link and SBS.
- By Water:
Since Singapore is an Island country, it offers regular ferry services to Riau Islands in Indonesia as well as to Tanjung Belungkor in Malaysia. Star Cruises which happens to be the third largest cruise line in the world is sure to give you an experience of a lifetime, and they’re also the best way to reach Singapore by water.
Where to stay in Singapore?
Singapore is one of the easiest countries visitors can explore all day long thanks to the metro system that makes getting around a breeze. The next question is where you can rest and relax your nerves after the day’s adventure. Many of the hotels on our list are located in the city center; either on or close to the well-known Orchard Road, an excellent area for both shopping and sightseeing.
Some of the listed hotels are magnificent and also happen to be stunning attractions in Singapore. We are going to start from the luxury hotels and go all the way down to the budget ones. Here are the most popular and highly rated hotels in the city.
- Luxury Hotels:
Raffles Hotel is one of the most grateful landmarks in Singapore. It commenced operation in the year 1887 and has since being known as a luxury hotel set on lovely grounds and well-positioned in the city.
Marina Bay Sands is yet another iconic but modern which feature a ship-like shape which towers over the city. The hotel is also known for its famous infinity rooftop pool. For visitors who wish to enjoy the views as well a top class shopping experience, the Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza and the Grand Hyatt Hotel are high-end options that offer excellent service you’re sure to love.
- Mid-range Hotels:
When it comes to finding hotels in the mid-range category, the Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Center is sure to be an excellent choice. For the best part, it’s positioned just off the Orchard Road.
You can also opt for the Wanderlust which is located in the Little India area of Singapore. It’s a famous boutique hotel with colorful and tastefully decorated rooms. Lloyd’s Inn is yet another excellent boutique hotel small, super stylish rooms made for your maximum comfort and pleasure.
- Budget Hotels:
One popular budget hotel which can be easily located in the city is the Victoria Hotel. Another excellent budget option is the Champion Hotel; known to be clean and comfortable, and are sure to give the best value for money.
Best Places to Visit in Singapore
1Marina Bay Sands:
The Marina Bay Sands is one hot-spot that every visitor should check out before leaving the beautiful island nation of Singapore. This resort was fully erected in 2010 with a construction cost of up to US$5.7 billion, making it one of the world’s most expensive buildings. The Marina Bay Sands is a fully integrated resort that has all you need and more: a luxury hotel, an endless collection of shops, restaurants, a convention center that happens to be the largest in Asia, the ArtScience Museum and many other entertainment centers. One other thing you’ll love it see is the Marina Bay Sands Skypark – a high-rise vantage point for immersing yourself in the view of the entire city. Visitors can see a variety of attractions from the Skypark including the port, innovative double helix bridge, the Gardens by the Bay as well as the stunning skyline. You can also have fun at the indoor skating rink made with synthetic ice. Overall, the Marina Bay Sands is a perfect example of Singapore’s taste and sets them apart as a nation with love for luxury and class.
Official website – www.marinabaysands.com
2Gardens By the Bay:
After taking in the view of this stunningly designed green space from the top of Marina Bay Sands, you’ll want to head over to see what it offers. The Gardens by the Bay is one Singapore’s top tourist attractions that you won’t want to miss visiting. Take a stroll through the Bay East Garden and enjoy the vibrant plant life. Once you’re done taking in the views of the East, it’s time to head to the Bay South which allows you view tropical horticulture as well as tree-like structures up to 160 feet high. You should also check out Supertree Grove where you’ll find lots futuristic structures designed for your viewing pleasure as well as rising perform certain environmental functions. This is one place a garden lover won’t want to miss visiting before heading out of the beautiful city.
Official website – www.gardensbythebay.com.sg
Not scared of heights? If so, be sure to check out the Singapore Flyer. The Singapore Flyer is giant Ferris wheel, and it also happens to be the world’s largest giant observation wheel. You get time choose from several packages that gives you the opportunity to enjoy a nice wheel ride while immersing yourself in the view of not only the Singaporean skyline but also the Spice Islands of Indonesia as well as Malaysia’s Straits of Johor. The cars hold up to twenty-eight people as they circle above the city. The flight lasts up to thirty minutes each, and the fun starts from the early hours of the morning until the late hours of the night. So, if you missed the daytime fun, you can quickly join in when the city is aglow after dark.
Official website – www.singaporeflyer.com
The grateful colonial style of the Raffles Hotel makes it to be the face of Singapore. Ever since it commenced operation in 1887, it rapidly became the place to stay in the Island nation. Moreover, Several literary luminaries including Rudyard Kipling, Ernest Hemingway, Somerset Maugham among others have added to its fame and prominence. This epitome of magnificence boasts fifteen restaurants and bars, including the Long Bar where Singapore’s popular cocktail (Singapore Sling) was first made.
The Raffles Hotel is also home to several other historic sites including the Raffles landing site where Sir Stamford Raffles was believed to have stepped ashore in 1819. The hotel’s lobby is open to the public while its museum is located on the third floor.
Official website – www.raffles.com
This is the ideal spot for travelers on the budget. Tourists are sure to enjoy a stroll in the Singapore Botanic Gardens as most parts of the gardens are free for your viewing pleasure. You only get charged when entering the National Orchid Garden which happens to be the most visited part of the place. The Botanic Gardens is a home to over 60,000 species of plants and animals, and it’s also home to the world’s first garden for kids. Other attractions include the bonsai garden, an eco-lake, eco-garden, sculptures as well as other gardens and beautiful sites.
Official website – www.sbg.org.sg
Ever visited China? If so, how about bringing back your memories by visiting Singapore’s Chinatown neighborhood. If you’re into visiting religious sites, you can head to the Chinese Heritage Center and see the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple as well as the astonishing Sri Mariamman Hindu Temple. You can also stroll around the Chinatown neighborhood to witness same traditions and activities like you’re actually in China. From the tasty Chinese food to the small mom and pop stores to the bright red lanterns, you’re sure you get immersed in both the excitement and hustle in this part of the city.
This neighborhood is just dedicated to the Chinese for their significant influence in Singapore’s past. It’s more of a progressive neighborhood where visitors and locals can enjoy free Wi-Fi, and it’s also home to a good mix of hotels ranging from heritage shophouse hotels to high-end luxury boutique accommodation, it all depends on your taste and preference.
Official website – www.chinatown.sg
7Little India and Arab Street:
One thing every visitor is sure to love is the diversity of Singapore’s neighborhoods. Little India is the place you want to be if you want to get a feel of Singapore’s Indian community. This neighborhood exposes you to the delicious foods as well as the rich traditions of the Indian people. The Indian community rich history in Singapore dates back to over 200 years. A visit to this busy neighborhood is sure to get you excited and engaged; you get to see the multicolored shops along the street, hear religious chants from several mosques and temples, and finally passive the pungent aroma that takes over the night air when everyone is in need of a quick bite. The color smells and smiles are all distinctly subcontinental and warm, making this neighborhood a must-visit district in Singapore.
The Arab street also known as the Arab quarters is yet another area you’ll want to visit in the Island nation. We believe visitors will want to visit the historic Sultan Mosque which was erected in 1825. While Non-Muslims are not allowed into the prayer hall, you can still feed your eyes and appreciate the exceptional golden domes as well as the excellent craftsmanship the exterior structure. Haji and Bali lanes are perfect spots to shop for a variety of unique items. You’ll also get to enjoy good music and tasty foods thanks to the countless restaurants at your disposal.
If you’re into wildlife and nature, the Singapore Zoo is the place to visit. Popularly known as one of the world’s best rainforest zoo, this spot is sure to appeal to you in so many ways. The facility is well kept and inviting. Moreover, the animals are well taken care of as they are maintained in the perfect habitat space. The zoo is also home to a huge chimpanzee family, meerkats, white tigers, zebras, kangaroos, a komodo dragon and many other creatures.
Official website – www.zoo.com.sg
9Changi Temple and Museum:
Are you interested in some historical facts about Singapore? If so, be sure to pay a visit to the Changi Temple and Museum. This museum narrates the story of those who suffered under Japanese rule. The Changi Museum allows you see the letters, drawings, photographs as well as personal effects that are proof to the imprisonment of over 50,000 soldiers and civilians in Changi Prison. Furthermore, the Changi Chapel located in the open-air courtyard of the museum is a replica of one of the several chapels that were built during World War II. It represents a monument for those who refuse to accept or fall under the Japanese rule. Visitors have a choice of either participating in a guided tour or go on a tour that talks about the account of Changi’s prisoner’s wartime experiences.
Official website – www.changimuseum.sg
This is a man-made island that you can visit for fun and recreation. You also get the enjoy many attractions at Sentosa including the Universal Studios Singapore, expansive Resorts World, Tiger Sky Tower, Singapore Butterfly & Insect Kingdom as well as one of the largest collections of aquatic animals in the world known as SEA Aquarium. All these attractions continue to draw lots of visitors from all of Asia and the world as a whole. Sentosa Island ate actually several sand beaches along the southern coast which happen to be more popular on weekends. Soliso is a perfect spot for getting quality beach time. Visitors can also have fun playing volleyball on free courts or go skimboarding and kayaking. Also, while you’re having fun on the Island, be sure to check out the Merlion; Singapore’s popular statue that features the head of a lion and body of a fish. All in all, this place is an ideal place to escape the ever-busy of the streets and have an excellent beach resort experience.
Official website – www.sentosa.com
Shopping In Singapore
Singapore is the perfect spot for the shopaholic! Shopping in this city is super fun as you have a lot of options ranging from the high-end couture boutiques to back-alley stores, you’re bound to have an exciting bargaining experience that’s sure to satiate your shopping appetite.
The central spot for shopping in the Island nation is Orchard Road. This spot features an extensive stretch of stunning shopping malls filled with Western clothing stores that have several designer apparels, cheap chics as well as other beautiful imported clothing.
If you wish to shop with an Asian flavor, you can take advantage of cool shopping areas including Chinatown, Little India, and Arab Street. These spots are perfect when it comes to shopping for unique handicrafts. In this section, I’m going to let you in on some tips on where to the best items with competitive prices so you can have a memorable shopping experience.
Generally, shopping malls tend to be open from 10 am to 9 pm Monday through Saturday. However, some stores do open on Sundays but tend to keep shorter hours. During the holiday season, shopping malls often remain open until 10 pm.
Smaller shops typically open from 10 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday. However, most of them tend to be close on Sunday. At the end of the day, hours will front one shop to another. Also, Arab Street do not operate on Sunday.
A significant number of the large stores in malls have fixed prices. Sometimes you might be lucky as these stores offer discount sales especially June to July; the time of the month-long Great Singapore Sale when prices are discounted 50% or 70%.
On the other hand, prices at smaller shops and street vendors are sometimes not fixed, and sellers will charge you higher than the usual in anticipation of the bargaining ritual. In essence, that’s small stores are the perfect spots to find good prices if you have your way with words.
As we mentioned earlier, not all shops have a fixed price on goods, and even some with marked prices are still open to negotiation. Bargaining can be a bit embarrassing for outsiders at first, especially for people who are not used to negotiating prices with store owners. If you want to have a successful bargain, be sure to know the value of the merchandise you’re buying. That’s the most important tip!
Frequently Asked Questions about Singapore?
- What kind of immunization do I need when travelling to Singapore?
The routine vaccinations most people have are useful anywhere in the world. It’s however recommended for Singapore to get both Typhoid and Hepatitis A.
- Do I need a visa for Singapore?
Citizens from countries including the United States, Canada, the UK as well as other Western European countries do not need a visa to visit Singapore for business and social purposes. Visitors stay up 30 to 90 days for tourism.
- Should I be concerned about malaria?
There’s no need for that as Singapore is completely free from malaria.
- What about hard drugs?
Singapore frowns at drug smuggling, and perpetrators are sure to face capital punishment. It’s very unlikely to see drug dealers around the city.
- What kind of illegal things or behavior should I be worried about in Singapore?
Singapore has several laws against certain types of behavior. Smoking is prohibited in public places and be sure to leave your chewing gum at home to be on the safer side of the law. The city also frowns at dirtiness, so be sure not to litter the environment.
- Do I need a guide book?
Carrying a guide book is not necessary for a guided trip to Singapore. However, you can choose to bring a rough guide, Lonely Planet or Moon Handbook when traveling on your own.
- Is it necessary to have a backpack?
Not really, you can use whatever type of luggage that tickles your fancy. You are entirely responsible for carrying your own luggage.
- How much extra cash should I bring along?
The amount of money you bring solely depends on your personal spending habits. If you’re looking to cover your daily meals, $10 to $15 should do the trick. However, if you happen to be a shopaholic, be sure to bring extra cash to cater for your fashion needs.
- Are we going over to the beach?
Visits to the beach are not listed on the official schedule. However, you can choose to break up from the group to have a great time at the beach. Just be sure to bring your beachwear along.
- What about public transportation?
Movement from one city to the other will be by buses as well as an inexpensive air carrier. Public transport will be mostly used within cities and Taxis will be used only when necessary. The good part is that Singapore boasts an extensive collection of modern transport in the form of city buses, monorail, and the metro system.

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Division: Revenue Management
Salary: R190 416 – R261 216 per annum (plus benefits)
Ensure the effective execution of debt collection and credit control policy
Effectively execute all financial related administrative and clerical tasks to ensure overall alignment with the organisation’s financial strategy and debt collection and credit control policy and targets
Adhere to governance and legislative requirement to ensure compliance and reduction / elimination of risk
Ensure proper record keeping and filing of documents timeously.
Adhere to specified standards, policies and SOPs to comply with the requirements of the legislative framework, Acts and the Credit Control policy
National Diploma in Finance or relevant equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification
1 years’ experience in a similar environment
Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000;
Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained.
Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful.
The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.
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Floridians: Help Protect Native Plants and Animals, Start In Your Backyard
This year’s National Invasive Species Awareness Week Feb. 26-March 3 offers a valuable opportunity to focus attention on the growing problem of invasive species in Florida.
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL | February 24, 2012
The problems caused by Burmese pythons make the news, but there are plenty of other invasive plants and animals that cause big problems in Florida and around the country. Not only do they negatively impact Florida’s economy and cost an estimated $100 million annually; they pose health risks to residents and threaten almost half of endangered species with extinction.
Floridians and others have brought some invasive species to the state for landscaping, aquaculture, hunting, aquariums and as pets. Some have been released intentionally; others accidentally. Still other invasive species are transported as unknown stowaways in boats, boots and firewood.
In honor of National Invasive Species Awareness Week, here are some top tips from The Nature Conservancy for fighting damaging invaders and stemming their spread:
- Don’t harbor backyard invaders. Heavenly bamboo and Hawaiian half-flower (beach naupaka) may sound nice, but plants like these can overrun, crowd out and strangle life from native Florida plants. Go to www.FLEPPC.org to learn more about invasive plants in your area of Florida.
- Don’t let it loose! Don’t release aquarium fish and plants, live bait or other exotic animals into the wild. Go to http://stjohns.ifas.ufl.edu/sea/DontRelease.html for more. Know the law, too. Acquiring invasive reptiles like Burmese or African rock pythons as pets is prohibited in Florida.
- Wash your boats — and boots! Clean your boat thoroughly before transporting it to avoid moving invasive stowaways. Clean your boots before you hike to get rid of hitchhiking weed seeds and pathogens. Learn how to protect our waterways at protectyourwaters.net.
- Don’t “pack a pest” when traveling and don’t move firewood. Fruits and vegetables, plants, insects and animals can carry potentially devastating forest pests or become invasive themselves, and firewood can harbor forest pests. Find out more about your powers to protect at http://www.dontmovefirewood.org/.
- Get involved! Volunteer at your local park, refuge or other wildlife area or with your local Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) to help remove invasive species. Go to www.FloridaInvasives.org to get started!
Many of Florida’s CISMAs are planning activities for the week – go to www.FloridaInvasives.org to look at the calendar of events.
NOTE: For a list of Invasive Species Awareness Week activities statewide, please email email@example.com or call 321-689-6099.
The Nature Conservancy is a leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people. The Conservancy and its more than 1 million members have protected nearly 120 million acres worldwide. Visit The Nature Conservancy on the Web at www.nature.org.


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Design a Website Mockup for Ateliers de Cheney
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- Prix: $80
- Propositions reçues: 10
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Résumé du concours
We are a social organization helping people with different abilities through work and various activities.
We need a complete redesign of our website which will eventually include the following:
- Home page with overall introduction/presentation of the organization;
- More detailed page regarding our social role and action;
- 1 page per activity (5 in total) with potential sub-pages;
- Online store where visitors can buy small items produced by us;
- Contact page;
1) The mock-up should show the Home page for the 3 formats to be supported (desktop, tablet and mobile phone);
2) The mock-up images should use French words (provided by us) and the website will be available in both French and English;
3) Attached is our logo and pictures of the place where we are. This atmosphere should be reflected by the design;
4) Please also make architecture suggestions for the future website development:
- Dynamic display based on the user agent (size of the device screen: desktop/laptop, tablet or mobile handset)
- Language presented based on the user agent language (French if French otherwise English)
- Suggestion for the online store and DB for products, orders, etc…
- Any suggestion you can think of
Please also indicate if you are interested in developing the website as a second step or if you are simply interested in providing the mock up.
Any questions please do not hesitate.
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Keller @ Large: Rep. Capuano On Federal Spending BillRep. Capuano says the rush to spend $1.3 trillion was "one of the reasons" he joined three other members of the Massachusetts congressional delegation in voting no on the measure.
Keller @ Large: Stormy Daniels '60 Minutes' Interview May Reveal Serious IssuesJon says the Stormy Daniels interview on “60 Minutes” this Sunday could highlight some deadly serious issues.
Keller @ Large: Zuckerberg's Spin Didn't Inspire ConfidenceFacebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg was all over the media on Wednesday trying to save face after a major data breach affecting millions of users.
Keller @ Large: Is It Time To Unfriend Facebook?Jon Keller says the integrity of Facebook is in question as Mark Zuckerberg addresses the latest scandal.
Keller @ Large: You Should Care About Facebook’s Data Privacy ScandalThe stock market's confidence in Facebook is shaken and Jon says yours should be too.
Keller @ Large: Cyberbullying Change Or Just Another Photo Op?First Lady Melania Trump vowed to make cyberbullying her signature White House issue and she is finally getting down to business.
Keller @ Large: Let's Be SkepticalSelf-driving cars have claimed their first victim on a public street, and chances are it won't be the last.
Keller: President Trump's NH Speech An 'Opportunity Squandered'Watching the feed of President Trump's much-touted speech in Manchester, NH on intensifying the fight against opioid abuse was a good news/bad news experience, Jon Keller says.
Keller @ Large: Do Newspapers Matter?With information and news accessible through television, radio, and the internet, do newspapers even matter? Media analyst, professor, and author Dan Kennedy discusses.
Keller @ Large: Hooker Sign Should Be Used For Teaching, Not CensorshipA State House tribute to a Civil War hero is too much for one state rep because kids snicker at his name. Jon says that's cause for teaching, not censorship.
What A Waste: President Trump Wants A Military Parade That Could Cost MillionsBeyond the president, few seem to want a major military parade in Washington D.C. on Veteran's Day.
Keller @ Large: Careless Drivers Of Snow-Covered Cars Have Gone Too FarWhen the State Police feel compelled to release a video showing drivers how to remove the snow from their cars, you know this scofflaw behavior has gone too far.

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Pinelands Library hosting a little night mystery
Are you up for a little whodunit this Halloween season?
The Pinelands Library is hosting “You Only Die Once,” a murder-mystery party to keep everyone on their toes on Thursday night.
After many years of exemplary service, R, the head of FLAIL, has decided she will be retiring, but what’s a retirement without a big bash? And what a bash it is.
Friends, colleagues and even criminal masterminds have put in an appearance. Everyone’s there, except FLAIL’s top agent, Roger Damsels, who has been found dead in his room. Now R has one last crime to solve before she can retire.
The murder mystery will be put on by Victorian Vanities, a company that aims to teach people about history while engaging the public in interactive learning experiences and, of course, a little fun.
The murder mystery will take place Thursday at 6 p.m. It will feature costumes, props and prizes and is open to teens and adults.
Registration is required and can be completed online at bcls.lib.nj.us, in person at the library at 39 Allen Ave. in Medford, or by calling 609-654-6113.
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Cost for the installation will vary depending on site access, what base rectification is required, and product chosen – however, a budget of around $25k-$35k +GST should be considered.
In respect to this, how much does it cost to resurface an outdoor tennis court?
Resurfacing, apart from returning the tennis court to peak condition, will also prevent further damage. How much will tennis court resurfacing cost you? The short answer is anywhere between $4000 and $8000.
Subsequently, when should a tennis court be resurfaced?
How much does it cost to tear up a tennis court?
Cost to Resurface a Tennis Court
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Expert appraiser Chris Adelman offers that the value of a tennis court varies from area to area, but that in can add as much as $150,000 in value to a comparable property in the same area, especially if it has special features such as a clay or grass surface, a sunken court, or a grandstand for an audience.
The tennis industry states that if a hard court is properly maintained, the average life for it is approximately 25 years.
What is the cost of painting pickleball lines on a tennis court? Though it depends on the painting method, it usually costs $250 to $600 to paint a full court. Other costs include the equipment and labor that depend on the court condition.
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No one wants to come home to a chewed up couch, or a special surprise on the rug. When pets have behavioral problems, it might be because of anxiety. Sometimes it feels like your pet is trying to punish you for being gone and living your life. It can be frustrating to have to clean up messes again and again, no matter how much you love them. It’s important to remember that anxiety is an unintentional and often uncontrollable response due to the release of chemicals in your pet’s brain. Anxiety in pets is a common and treatable issue, just like it is with humans.
A great joy in life is having a cuddly kitten and an energetic pup as your pet companions. The question is, how do you successfully get cats and dogs to co-exist under one roof? Whether you’re bringing in a new cat or a new dog, we’ve got some great tips for you to make this introduction a success!
Cats are often sensitive to new things. As you start to introduce raw feeding, it is important to make a gradual transition. Here are our top tips to help introduce your cat of any age to a raw feeding diet.
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Jen Teo Pui Heng, former senior vice-president of Great Eastern Insurance, has been named the new executive director of the Singapore Environment Council (SEC), effective March 27, 2017.
Edwin Seah, Teo’s predecessor, was suspended in October 2016, before he was terminated in November. Seah told Channel NewsAsia that the organisation terminated him because they did not see him as a good fit for the post.
When Teo was still with Great Eastern, she was in charge of a team focused on business transformation and improvement. Previously, she had worked for American Express, handling responsibilities across the Asia-Pacific region.


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14ymedio, Havana, July 30, 2023 — The lifeless body of the crew member who disappeared during the sinking of the Pura María boat , which occurred last Monday off the coast of Artemis , was finally found early this Saturday morning.
The provincial press indicated that the native fishermen of the area notified the authorities that they had discovered a corpse floating on the coast of Punta de Gato, in Consolación del Sur. A note from El Artemiseño reports that the friends and relatives of the crew member, whose identity has not been provided, had undertaken a desperate and intense search to find his mortal remains.
“Those closest to him will now be able to give a dignified burial to those who, according to their blood relatives: died in the place he loved the most,” says the newspaper.
The man had been missing since Monday when the accident occurred on Majana beach, 70 kilometers south of Havana, around 10 p.m. The first survivor rescued, 57 years old, was transferred Tuesday at 5:00 pm to the Ciro Redondo García General Teaching Hospital after receiving first aid from health personnel on the beach.
According to Niurka Larrionda Valdés, director of the medical center, the patient was in a state of moderate but stable dehydration. This survivor told the authorities that “they swam little by little, that one of his companions almost died in his arms and another was still missing.”
The man, whose identity was also not released, was released after his test results indicated that everything was “in order.”
A second crew member of the boat was also rescued in the “afternoon-night hours” of Monday, according to El Artemiseño. “The diver” made landfall after being helped by a ship in the sea and after swimming “approximately 10 hours.”
The authorities have not yet confirmed whether the boat had the intention of leaving the country. Initially, a user on social networks, who claimed to be a relative of the owner of the boat, argued that the victims were fishing, although that version is questioned by other Internet users.
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Shareholder activists. Minimum-wage agitators. Wall Street bankers. Washington regulators. Private equity titans.
What does this disparate group possibly have in common?
They're all coming after corporate America.
U.S. businesses have rarely been as profitable and cash-flush. And they've also rarely been as reluctant to spread around their wealth.
(Read more: Why the economy might finally take off)
Corporate profit margins have soared since the recession as employers cut costs to the bone, mechanized labor-intensive tasks wherever possible, and benefited from their ability -- owing to the nation's still-high unemployment rate -- to keep employees from pushing for significantly higher wages even as workers have gotten more productive.
Indeed, as a percent of gross domestic product (GDP), U.S. after-tax corporate profits stood at a record high of 11 percent as of the third quarter of 2013 -- more than doubling in the span of five years from lows hit during the recession.
That translates into roughly $1.8 trillion in profits. And at the same time, U.S. companies are sitting on a huge and still-growing cash pile. All of which helps to explain how they have become such a sitting target -- whether for activist Carl Icahn, in his high-profile crusade for Apple Inc. to return to shareholders more of its cash; bankers salivating over the prospect of a fresh wave of mergers and acquisitions; or labor movements that would like to see workers get a bigger share of the pie.
Financial Times columnist John Plender goes so far as to declare cash-rich Apple, Google, and Facebook "latter-day scrooges" for their miserly behavior.
To be fair, this isn't a story of stingy boardrooms so much as companies that have found themselves flush thanks to broader market forces. It's the flip side of the Federal Reserve's massive balance sheet expansion, argues Forbes contributor Louis Woodhill. Lower interest rates and foreign profits haven't hurt, notes Deutsche Bank. And perhaps too, there's the wave of successful businesses built with high initial costs but low subsequent ones, as in the case of Microsoft.
Whatever the bigger-picture reasons, though, it's unlikely to take the pressure off boards and executives.
Every company in America, large and small, ought to be seriously considering the question of how best to spend or invest its capital at the moment. Otherwise, it could well be forced to part with it -- whether by lawmakers, labor unions, bankers, activists or 'raiders', or private equity dealmakers. It doesn't help corporate America's image that the Affordable Care Act gives the impression that many companies are also shifting the cost and burden of health coverage onto workers and taxpayers.
(Read more: Global economy might be comeback story of 2014)
Big, publicly traded companies are clearly making the choice of returning capital to shareholders via share buybacks and fatter dividends. Put differently, though, that is a vote to let others invest the capital more wisely than they think they can do it. Acquisitions are another option, albeit one that carries flashbacks to the conglomerate craze of the 1980s, that has a checkered history of success, and thanks to the run-up in stock markets, one that's also not exactly cheap.
But here's a thought -- and one that could perhaps help to solve some of the country's problems instead of creating new headaches. What if, harkening back to the origination of 401(k) accounts, companies instead doled out more of their profits to workers in the form of retirement savings?
Today's 401(k) plans actually evolved from what were known as "profit sharing" plans, whereby companies made contributions out of their profits into a retirement account to reward their employees' efforts. They not only helped cyclical industries like steel or glass smooth compensation amid the ebb and flow of the business cycle, but were a fillip for younger workers in particular as a compliment to pension plans.
Turn the clock forward to 2014, and the 401(k) retirement account is often the only choice for newer employees -- a choice they rarely maximize to their advantage, at least initially. Profit-sharing plans as a side offering could be a plus for both these workers and for companies who can tinker with vesting periods and contribution amounts to attract, retain, and reward employees.
The tax code effectively allows companies to put 25 percent of any employee's compensation up to a max of $52,000 into a profit-sharing account in 2014. Consider that the average balance in such a defined-contribution account in the U.S. stood at about $232,000 at the end of 2012, and the advantage to households becomes clear.
(Read more: Buyout kings seek US partnerships as deal prices rise)
As for employers, the right mix of incentives could actually help to lower recruitment and turnover costs while boosting productivity over time by rewarding their most valuable employees. They could retain flexibility with regard to contributions over the course of the business cycle. And their profit-sharing contributions would also be spared the 7.65 percent combined Medicare and Social Security tax (known as FICA) that employees pay when making their 401(k) contributions.
Shareholders might squeal, of course. And companies may be wary of being first to be so apparently profligate with their profits. It might take a little coaxing -- even coercion -- but Occupying Retirement Accounts could help to keep the otherwise restive Occupy The Boardroom movement at bay.


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Dad Grass and Margo Price Partner For Special Collection in Celebration of Her Brand New Album "Strays"
Nickel Creek and Margo Price are among the top tier of what's shaping up to be an eclectic Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion lineup in 2023. The award-winning festival returns to Historic Downtown Bristol, Tenn.-Va. for its 22nd annual event September, 8-10.
Other acts included in the initial lineup announcement include Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers, Watchhouse, The Mavericks, 49 Winchester, Larkin Poe, Allison Russell, Amythyst Kiah, and Walderado, with more artists to be announced in the spring.
Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, Slash, Brian May of Queen, Mana, Nile Rodgers and more Join Gibson 'Guitars For Peace' Global Auction w/Julien’s Auctions for Ukraine Relief
Orange Blossom Revue has announced the lineup for its eighth annual event taking place Friday and Saturday, December 2-3, 2022 at Lake Wailes Park in central Florida. This year, fans can look forward to a second helping of folk/Americana luminaries The Wood Brothers, who are returning as co-curators of the 2022 event.
Margo Price ft. Joshua Hedley "Ragged Old Truck" Out Today - "Live Forever: A Tribute To Billy Joe Shaver" To Be Released November 11th
New West Records & Pedernales Records are proud to announce Live Forever: A Tribute To Billy Joe Shaver to be released November 11th, 2022. The 12-song set was co-produced by Charlie Sexton & Freddy Fletcher and features renditions of Shaver songs lovingly recorded by Willie Nelson and Lucinda Williams, George Strait, Miranda Lambert, Nathaniel Rateliff, Ryan Bingham and Nikki Lane, Steve Earle, Edie Brickell, Rodney Crowell, Margo Price (featuring Joshua Hedley), Allison Russell, and Amanda Shires.
Orange Blossom Revue has announced the daily lineups for its eighth annual event taking place Friday and Saturday, December 2-3, 2022 at Lake Wailes Park in central Florida. Host band The Wood Brothers have hand-selected country mainstay Margo Price to lead Friday’s lineup alongside soulful troubadour Langhorne Slim, enchanting retro-pop sensation Neal Francis, and breakout star Katie Pruitt. On Saturday, The Wood Brothers will be joined by Allison Russell, John R.
Farm Aid's annual benefit concert took place at the Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek in Raleigh, NC on September 24th. The sold-out crowd was treated to sets by headliner Willie Nelson and co-founder John Mellencamp, board members Dave Matthews and Margo Price, and featured artists Sheryl Crow and Chris Stapleton, among others. One significant absence at this year's event was co-founder Neil Young.

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We have effectively ended our relationship with Medicare, effective March 2019. If you are a Medicare beneficiary you may be seen for Wellness, Fitness, Prevention and General Strengthening or Flexibility Training programs. If you are a Medicare beneficiary and you or your referring physician believes the services are medically necessary you are advised to seek a Medicare provider.
We remain one of the few clinicians in the area to offer treatment with a Class 3 Cold LASER (LLLT) and we remain one of the only providers in the area to schedule one patient per hour with one to one, individualized care by a Board Certified physiotherapist.
We have a safety plan in place in response to COVID 19 and we will adhere to local, state and federal guidelines. We will offer alternative treatment options including telemedicine and video conferencing. One half hour will be allowed for between appointments in order to comply with social distancing and surface cleansing recommendations. In further patients and clinicians will be required to wear masks.
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Grocery strike averted as chains, union reach accord
Fears of a supermarket strike this summer in Southern and Central California evaporated Tuesday when the region’s largest grocery chains and the union representing 65,000 store employees reached a tentative agreement on a new four-year contract.
The accord would make up some of the ground the United Food and Commercial Workers union lost in a bitter, lengthy walkout and lockout 3 1/2 years ago.
“We have recovered a lot without a strike,” said Rick Icaza, president of UFCW Local 770 in Los Angeles. “I think our members will overwhelmingly accept this. The wage increase and improvement in health plan benefits are significant.”
Management representatives confirmed that an accord had been reached but declined to comment on it.
The contract, which still must be ratified by union members at 785 Albertsons, Ralphs and Vons stores in votes Sunday, came together in nine straight days of bargaining that often extended into early morning hours.
A spokesman for the union said its leaders would recommend that members accept the contract.
The deal would ensure labor peace for grocery stores from San Diego to Bakersfield and enable the big supermarket chains to focus on threats from a giant British grocer planning to enter the lucrative Southern California market and from smaller, mostly nonunion competitors looking to grow in the region.
Labor analysts said the proposed contract looked like a win for the UFCW, which was considered to have lost the 141-day work stoppage in 2003-04.
That dispute drove about half of the union’s members out of the grocery business and created a divided workforce. The 33,000 workers hired in the last three years, who account for about half of store employees, receive less in wages and benefits than veteran workers.
“It looks like the companies pulled back and are taking a step away from the low-wage, low-benefit and high-turnover direction they were headed in,” said Ken Jacobs, chairman of the UC Berkeley Center for Labor Research and Education.
Neither side would disclose terms of the accord reached Tuesday. But people familiar with the pact said it would give workers their first scheduled raises since 2002. It also would raise the top wage rate and make all employees -- not just veterans -- eligible to reach it.
The contract would slash the amount of time newer workers would have to wait to get health insurance to six months from as long as 18 months, the sources said. The health-insurance waiting period for children of newer workers would shrink to six months from 30 months.
Union members were happy to learn that a strike had been averted.
“I am a single mother with a teenage son at home and a daughter in college. I could not afford a strike,” said Jennifer Riddagh, who works at a Vons store in Thousand Oaks.
A veteran employee at the top of the wage scale, Riddagh said she would be inclined to vote for an agreement that provides “second-tier” workers with better health insurance and gives them a path to reach the top pay scale.
“This needs to be a job that you can have a career in,” she said.
Currently, veteran workers’ wages top out at $12.17 to $17.90 an hour. The exact pay depends on job classification, such as general merchandise clerk, food clerk and meat cutter, and how often the employee works Sundays and other shifts with premium pay.
Second-tier employees currently start at $7.55 to $11.05 an hour, depending on the job classification. Their wages top out at about $1 to $3 less per hour than those of the veteran workers.
The previous contract was set to expire March 5 but was extended while negotiations continued.
Rachel Rehwald-Merriam, who shops for her Altadena family of four, said she was glad to hear that the new contract would address the union’s concerns about health insurance.
“I think that the health insurance problems [for the newer workers] were a real shame and I would have boycotted the stores,” said Rehwald-Merriam, a frequent Ralphs shopper. “If they were able to avoid a strike and get improved health benefits, that’s great.”
The settlement ended nearly seven months of negotiations, during which the union issued a number of strike threats.
The deal marks “significant progress” for the UFCW, said Dave Smith, associate professor of economics at Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business and Management.
“I think the grocers found that this notion of a two-tier system has not worked out as well as they thought,” Smith said. “You get a lot of workplace dissatisfaction with such different wage and benefit scales for employees who are working side by side.”
Providing newer workers with a way to reach the top wage scale and a better benefit package “should improve workplace harmony,” he said.
Jacobs, the UC Berkeley labor expert, said the grocery chains were probably surprised by the level of resolve displayed by the seven UFCW locals in Southern California during the talks.
The union was able to win two strike-authorization votes and recruit the support of local politicians and religious leaders, he said.
The looming arrival in Southern California of Tesco, Britain’s largest retailer, also made the companies eager to get a contract wrapped up, Jacobs said.
Tesco is spending as much as $2 billion to launch Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market. It has about 100 small-format stores in the works in the western United States, about half of them in Southern California. The company could alter the supermarket landscape, drive down prices and increase competition for workers.
Despite her satisfaction with Tuesday’s agreement, Riddagh, the Vons employee, is thinking four years ahead.
“Hopefully with the next contract,” she said, “we can shorten the time it takes to reach top pay.”


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Within the world there are certain objects, talismans if you like, that seem to possess a curious almost magical power. Like Aladdin's lamp, ownership of such objects is a matter of destiny, and changes in ownership can signify even apocalyptic events.
This book concerns another talisman, perhaps the oldest and greatest of them all: the Lia Fail or Stone of Destiny. To look at it is to see an unassuming worn block of stone with simple iron handles protruding from its sides. Yet the mythology surrounding it is extraordinary. It predates the Ark of the Covenant by hundreds if not thousands of years.
What secrets does this Stone possess? What is its destiny? Author Adrian Gilbert looks at the stone in a way never before attempted and shows how its very dimensions provide hidden evidence that links it both to the pyramids of Egypt and to the Druidic religion of Britain, and finally to its prophetic destiny.
4th Dimension Press, 2012
Softcover, 220 pages

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Warren Buffett likes to say that great countercyclical investors buy straw hats in winter. Solomon Lew, chairman of Premier Investments and probably Australia’s canniest retailer, has a slightly different take on this famous saying – unveiling plans to sell more pyjamas and pencil cases worldwide – even as consumers start to wobble with higher living costs.
Premier delivered another impressive set of results for the year ended July 29. EBIT from the group’s retail businesses – pyjama chain Peter Alexander, kids’ stationery chain Smiggle and apparel brands including Just Jeans and Portmans – rose 6.4 per cent to a record $356.5 million.
The business’ momentum over the COVID-19 period has been impressive, with more than $1 billion of dividends paid out over three years. But there are signs the tougher economic climate is biting; sales growth moderated to just 1.5 per cent in the group’s second half from 17.6 per cent in the first half of its fiscal year; sales in the first six weeks of its financial 2024 fell 2 per cent, albeit from a record result in the year-earlier period.
Lew says consumers are feeling “battered and bruised” as they face increased food prices and particularly higher energy costs, with petrol prices and utility bills rising. He’d like to see the federal government putting some of its surprise surplus to work to support the company.
“The government could be doing more to assist the Australian public,” he says. “They’ve got to get serious and realise where the Australian public is at at the moment.”
Premier is gearing up for the peak shopping period that now extends from November to Christmas thanks to the Black Friday sales. But while Premier did see a pick-up in discounting in the final three months of last financial year, Lewis isn’t expecting customers will be flooded with bargains in the run-up to Christmas because of the drop in value of the Australian dollar, which has pushed the price of imported goods higher.
And he warns the Christmas period will be tough for retailers whose balance sheets aren’t pristine. “We don’t think that they fully understand the enormity of what’s taking place and what needs to be done.”
Some will roll their eyes at the idea of a billionaire calling for government assistance that would support his business, but you can bet the question of how to cushion taxpayers from rising energy prices is on the mind of Treasurer Jim Chalmers. Resurgent petrol prices tend to become a hot issue pretty quickly in this economy.
Lew’s somewhat-ominous commentary stands in stark contrast to his big message on Thursday: Premier is putting the foot down on growth.
He announced a plan to open 60 freestanding Smiggle stores across the Middle East – including seven by Christmas and another 13 this financial year – and outlined plans to take Peter Alexander to Britain in 2024. The pyjama chain will also open six new stores locally next year, and upsize another four existing stores to larger shops. It has identified another 20 to 30 large-format locations across Australia and New Zealand.
Lew says these growth plans have been in place for some time; the Smiggle expansion, for example, comes after five years of building the brand’s presence in the Middle East with a local partner via concession sales (Smiggle outlets within existing stores).
But Premier is also taking advantage of the dislocation in the retail market to turbocharge its growth ambitions. Lew, who has been a strident critic of landlords over the past five years, now says they are eager to support retailers that have strong balance sheets and demonstrable growth, meaning Premier is getting better deals for better, and particularly bigger, locations that deliver stronger returns.
Lew’s experience tells him that investing consistently, even when conditions are tough, will deliver the next leg of growth.
“We’ve always improved our position through difficult times.”
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PAX East 2014 has kicked off, where the gaming show has had the pleasure of being the event that Roberts Space Industries and Chris Roberts shows off the CryEngine 3-powered Star Citizen. There's some actual, real in-game footage for your viewing pleasure below:
It looks gorgeous thanks to CryEngine 3, with the crowd going absolutely wild during the video - showing that fans are really begging for this game to be released. Remember that this is a quick show, and that when we see the true multiplayer side of things with full squad communication, multi-screen setups and insane joystick and controller rigs, that's when Star Citizen will truly take flight.
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WiredScore recognized the Midtown development for connectivity, infrastructure and capacity to support new technology, ahead of redevelopment.
Colony Square, the mixed-use community in Midtown Atlanta being "reimagined" by North American Properties (NAP), Tuesday unveiled a new rendering of what the finished project could look like, and announced the property received a Wired Certified Platinum rating for its "state-of-the-art Internet connectivity, infrastructure and capacity to readily support new technology."
“In today’s digital age, competitive office buildings must provide first-rate connectivity for tenants,” Mark Toro, managing partner for (NAP), said in a press release.
“Receiving WiredScore’s highest stamp of approval will further drive leasing efforts at Colony Square as it demonstrates our ability to support current and future tenants with the most stringent technology requirements.”
WiredScore operates the first and only connectivity rating platform for commercial buildings across the U.S. and the United Kingdom. Launched by Mayor Bloomberg and the New York City Economic Development Corporation, WiredScore identifies and certifies buildings with the fastest and most reliable Internet connections.
"Wired Certified Platinum is the highest rating possible and confirms Colony Square as best in class across all features that matter most to tenants: number and quality of internet service providers, redundancy and resiliency of telecom infrastructure, ease of installation and capacity to readily support new services."
Colony Square’s two office buildings offer tenants seven unique sources of Type 1 fiber from AT&T, Cogent, Comcast, Level 3, Verizon, XO Communications and Zayo. All of these carriers provide tenants with dedicated, business grade Internet access upon request.
From an infrastructure standpoint, both buildings have access to three points of entry on Peachtree Street, 14th Street and 15th Street. Within the building, there are two continuous risers, which afford providers with available pathways to deliver services to tenants. From a readiness standpoint, both buildings have sufficient spare capacity for new providers, as there is available capacity in at least one point of entry, available floor and wall space for new equipment and available capacity in the risers.
“We are thrilled with the Platinum certification as technology is one of Colony Square’s core values. We look forward to enhancing our culture of connectivity as the reimagining progress continues at Colony Square.”
Earlier this year, NAP released initial renderings of the modernization, showing tenants the vision for a transformed and reimagined Colony Square. Designed by Beyer Blinder Belle in collaboration with Lord Aeck Sargent, a new rendering is available here, which illustrates the energy and sophistication of the future space.
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Community leaders are bracing for a possible fight over a proposed charter high school for Morris Park-Van Nest.
The school, to be named the Canvas Academy, will be designed for students in foster care, teen parents and over-aged and under-credited students.
The proposal is just in it early stages.
Founder Erika Newsome said she chose Community Education Council 11 because most borough charter schools are concentrated in the South Bronx.
Newsome, who is a local resident, said she wants to serve her local community. Newsome said she hopes to open the school by the fall of 2015.
But some community leaders are skeptical that the school would benefit the local area.
“It’s not something we want, any more charter schools in our community,” said Al D’Angelo, vice chair of Community Board 11. “They’re not serving the community they reside in.”
D’Angelo pointed to the lottery system charter schools use to accept applications. That means the Canvas Academy could be filled with students from outside CEC 11, which covers a major swath of the east Bronx roughly from Morris Park north to the county line.
Unlike many other charter schools that use mass solicitation to recruit students, Newsome said the Canvas Academy would specifically recruit from local middle and high schools.
But Diane Norris, chair of Community Board 11’s education committee, said of the recruiting plan that “I’m sure other people will apply.”
Bernadette Ferrara, vice president of the Van Nest Neighborhood Association, doesn’t believe that the students targeted for the school would come from Morris Park and surrounding areas.
“And if they are coming from our community,” Ferrara added, “I’d like to see the data.”
But Newsome said that through her involvement in local schools as a PTA president she has personally encountered 10-15 students from the community who would have benefited from the Canvas Academy’s mission.
She said she is sure the school could find a hundred students in need through recruitment.
The school would have 100 attendees the first year, and a maximum of 200 going forward.
“These students are here, why are we going to make them go to the other side of the Bronx?” she asked.
Newsome plans to reach out to principals of local high schools and middle schools to help show this type of school is needed in the area.
In addition to class work, the school will also require community service and work experience, so that graduating students are ready for a job if they aren’t ready for college.
Board 11’s Norris expressed frustration that Newsome didn’t go with her proposal straight to her committee, the community board, and the community education council, instead holding a small public forum that was not well publicized. Norris said she suggested to Newsome that she present her case directly to the board.
Newsome said that attendees at the meeting seemed open to listening and learning, whether or not the students would be from their neighborhoods.
She said she was glad to be invited to the community board meeting, and understands that local leaders want assurances that the school will be supporting the community.
“At least they’re open to hearing more.”


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Hermitage Primary School, Wapping
Comic-Strip Project on Homelessness
Date: 26th September 2003
Itís a rainy Tuesday afternoon, and two young
people are sitting in a drop-in centre for homeless
people. A middle-aged man wearing a guardsmanís outfit
with a big key in his back walks over, carrying mugs
of tea. "Iím Eric by the way... so who are you
beginning of moving illustrated story written and illustrated
by children at a school in Wapping, as part of a project
You can find
out more about this project by reading the detailed
report which was published on this site in April 2003,
and you can download the complete story (1.7MB) in PDF
format by clicking here.
in the picture
Bringing important issues to the attention of children
is always a difficult task - and the aim of the project
at Hermitage School is to engage young people aged 9-11
with the topic of citizenship and homelessness. The
media used to instruct the pupils about the various
aspects of living rough were comic strip and video.
This is the compilation of the childrens’ efforts,
combining word and image to illustrate and educate in
equal measure. The children were charged with producing
their own comic strip about homelessness. This meant
putting together a script and adapting it into comic
strip form, each pupil working on a single panel of
the storyline. They were tutored in comic-book storytelling
by a number of experienced professionals from Britain’s
long-running weekly science-fiction comic 2000
The homelessness charity Crisis,
Partnerships and Domex, supported
the whole project. The finished comic - entitled Living
was put together by 2000
AD’s in-house design department. As well as
the educational process, Living works as a starting
point too enabling the pupils to learn more about the
issues raised by the project and perhaps take their
foray into the world of comics even further...
Over to you ...
Our story ends with Daljit and his new friend, Jane, heading
off to get some food; Eric, the ‘Clockwork Guardsman’,
is left to meet his friend and make further plans for his
new career - but what might happen next?
- Dali had problems at the hostel he lived in - do you think
he should try again? Perhaps there are different kinds of
hostels - how could Dali find out? Or would Dali be better
off living on the streets? If he does get a new home, what
should he do then?
- Jane ran away to London to escape the bad crowd she'd
been mixing with. But are all homeless people criminals
- or are most of them ordinary people, like Jane? Do you
think Jane should try to go back to her old home town, or
should she stay in London?
- Eric has begun a new career as a street entertainer. Do
you think he'll be successful? What problems might he face?
Could his drinking problem return - and what might he do
to prevent it? Are there more, or less, problems for people
that become homeless in middle-age?
These are just a few points to think about. You could even
invent your own stories about these characters, or make up
new characters of your own!
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Injustice: Gods Among Us will get the GOTY treatment on platforms new and old.
Injustice: Gods Among Us will be heading to PS4, Vita, and PC when the game’s “Ultimate Edition” hits stores November 12. Injustice: Gods Among Us – Ultimate Edition will include the full game, plus all of its post-release DLC.
The PS4 port, developed by High Voltage, will add PS4-exclusive features including streaming, video sharing and touchpad functionality for the Dual Shock 4 controller. High Voltage is also working on the PC version of the game.
The Vita version of the games will run at a solid 60 fps, according to Armature senior director Jack Buser. The Vita version will also get “ad-hoc multiplayer, traditional multiplayer over wifi, and touch controls to Story Mode and various S.T.A.R. Labs Missions.”
Injustice: Gods Among Us – Ultimate Edition will also launch on PS3 and Xbox 360.

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