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Halogen and Hydrogen Bonding in Multicomponent Crystals of Tetrabromo-1H-Benzotriazole
Abstract4,5,6,7-Tetrabromo-1H-benzotriazole (TBBT) is still considered a reference inhibitor of casein kinase II (CK2), a valuable target for anticancer therapy, even though the poor solubility in water of this active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) has prevented its implementation in therapy. We decided to explore the interactions preferentially formed by TBBT in crystalline solids in order to obtain information helpful for the development of new TBBT cocrystals possibly endowed with improved bioavailability. In this paper, we describe the synthesis and the structural characterization of the TBBT methanol solvate and of the TBBT salt with N,N,N’,N’-tetramethylethylenediamine. It is shown that TBBT can give rise to several competing interactions. This API is clearly a good halogen bond (XB) donor, with bromine atoms adjacent to the triazole ring possibly better donors than the two others. TBBT is also a good hydrogen bond (HB) donor, with the triazole hydrogen forming an HB with the acceptor or being transferred to it. Interestingly, one of the triazole nitrogens was proven to be able to work as a hydrogen bond acceptor. View Full-Text
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Today’s Tech Sightings:
Britain’s biggest technology company – Vodafone – could move its headquarters out of Britain after the country’s vote to exit the European Union. The move is contingent on understanding the future relationship between the U.K. and the EU. The telecom retains 13,000 employees in the U.K. A spokesman said Britain’s EU membership was an important factor in the growth of companies like Vodafone. Some tech companies are now looking to Dublin, Ireland, as an alternative home.
Security analysts and bug-hunters at Google’s “project zero” team found critical vulnerabilities in Symantec and Norton security products. The flaws, which affect a program that unpacks compressed files, allow hackers to compromise a computer by emailing it malicious, self-replicating code.
Running Windows 10? Microsoft’s next major upgrade to the operating system will be coming on August 2. Microsoft says the update will include new features and security upgrades, as well as various improvements.
- IBM’s Watson May Provide Shortcut to Treating Cancer
- Clinton Rolls Out Wide-ranging Technology Agenda
- US May Screen Foreign Travelers’ Facebook, Twitter Accounts
- Massive Financial Crime and Terrorism Database Leaked Online
- When Technology Outpaces Policy
- Satya Nadella’s Rules for AI Are More Boring (and Relevant) Than Asimov’s Three Laws
- The Rise of Self-learning Software
- Study: 78 Percent of Resold Drives Still Contain Readable Personal or Business Data
- Facebook to Change News Feed to Focus on Friends and Family
- Steam’s Mobile App Finally Lands on Windows Phones

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Tuesday, Jul 16 at 3:26 PM
SPOKANE – One month ago, seven families lost their home after a fire at Geno’s restaurant spread to the Sinto Apartments in the Gonzaga University area.
Most families have found new places to live, but two families are still staying with friends and family until they find a place that suits them, according to SNAP’s Bob Peeler who works with homeless services.
Peeler said all the families are considered moderate-to-low income. Some had jobs, others were disabled or handicapped. Their ages ranged from babies to seniors. But Peeler said one family came out better than the rest because they had renter’s insurance.
“We had one family, had renter’s insurance, and she got three weeks in a motel, she got replacement value of her stuff, and it was $10 a month,” Peeler said.
Fire investigators determined that someone intentionally set the fire at Geno’s. The owners of Geno’s could not be reached for comment, but on the restaurant’s Facebook page, a post told fans they would reopen in a month or so, but that was one month ago.
In the meantime Belfor Construction Services, the company doing the demolition of both the Sinto Apartments and Geno’s said that process will likely take another month, before anything is rebuilt.


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Meet John Doe (1941)
It’s been a while since I’ve seen a cockle warmer by Frank Capra and to be honest I could have waited a lot longer after seeing Meet John Doe (1941) which sees Gary Cooper and Barbara Stanwyck for the first time. I think all of Capra’s work will always be held up to his most successful picture It’s a Wonderful Life (1946), of course it was It Happened One Night (1934) which won all the Oscars, but it’s the James Stewart classic which sums up Capra as great director which every-time brings so much warmth into your heart it hurts when you cry just that little at the end.
Yet going over the films of his I have seen, comparing them full of warmth and values of a period in time and film history. I feel by the time of John Doe‘s release Europe is very much at war and America is watching from a safe distance, and the public is wondering when they will be drawn into the bloodshed that was WWII.
The set-up of journalist Ann Mitchell (Stanwyck) who will types out her last piece for a newspaper that has made her redundant, sparks a national outcry when a fictional letter of a man on the edge of life, fed up with the state of America and life declares that he was going to commit suicide on Christmas eve. This single letter sparks a reaction in the nation that wants this life to be saved, to speak out for the values that are in decline. Most importantly to raise circulation for the paper. Ensuring Mitchell’s job security and that of another man to become the face of this campaign. They pick John Willoughby, now known as John Doe (Cooper) who is accompanied with the suspicious ‘Colonel’ (Walter Brennan) who always brings Willoughby to account, to remind him of his hobo roots, to understand what money can do to a man if he lets it go to his head.
It takes a while for the campaign of John Doe to really settle in the mind of a would be pro baseball player, now giving his all to a cause that encourages the average joe of America to reach out and help their neighbour. These are very Christian values that underpin the film. Whilst in the background the owner D.B. Norton (Edward Arnold) of the paper is using the campaign to engineer a third political party to go against those in Washington.
There are moments of schmaltz that are synonymous with Capra which are immediately forgive, yet the tone of the film is too political, even in the wake of Mr Smith Goes to Washington (1939). When the power of the downtrodden man is brought across. However they are not half as emotive as past efforts such as You Can’t Take it With You (1938) where everything about those scenes is just right. I feel by the time of It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) everything that made a Capra film came together and sparkled, once more with his best leading man, began to crumble with his next film State of the Union (1948) which was extremely political and sadly outdated, even with one of Hollywood’s greatest on-screen partnerships.
For me all of those thoughts and ideas overlook heavily what could be a much greater film, there are moments but very few that see both Cooper and Stanwyck sparkle on screen in films to follow. John Doe will never harm Capra’s legacy which will be one of happy feel good films that touch the audience in a special place and speak of traditional values from a bygone era that to today’s audiences is a gateway to another time.
- Meet John Doe (1941): Frank Capra Takes On Facism (classicmoviesdigest.blogspot.co.uk)
- Meet John Doe (1941) – Film Locations (dearoldhollywood.blogspot.co.uk)
- The Nazis and ‘the People’ in Capra and Riskin’s Meet John Doe (ayearinthedark.wordpress.com)
- Meet John Doe (rheaven.blogspot.co.uk)
- Meet John Doe (1941) (anotheroldmovieblog.blogspot.co.uk)
- Notes on two films by Frank Capra: Meet John Doe (1941) and It´s a Wonderful Life (1946) (shomingekiblog.blogspot.co.uk)
- Meet John Doe (1941) (and-scene.blogspot.co.uk)
- Meet John Doe (1941) (nothingiswrittenfilm.blogspot.co.uk)

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Garbanzos Beans and Chick Peas are the same thing, right? Right!
Today I made Curry Chicken for 20 people at an office that we work with in my husbands business. I think it was the biggest pot of food I have ever made. I had a few cans of Garbanzos Beans left so I had to make something with them. I decided to make a snack. I took the beans and drained them. I then placed them in a single layer on a cookie sheet and sprinkled garlic salt and curry powder over them (I was already in the curry mood).
I mixed them all together with my hands and then made a single layer again. I then baked them at 325 for about 45 minutes. You could fry them in oil and it maybe quicker but that does add a lot of calories and for a snack I chose to bake.
They were so good that I couldn’t keep Cohen out of them (Not that I tried). If he will eat something good I let him eat all he wants. The Garbanzos beans have 6 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber per 1/2 cup!
These would also make a good side dish to the right food but for us they were a great snack by then hands full! By a weight watcher calculator, the snack is 3 points.
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What did they taste like? I am trying to find high fiber, low sugar, low sodium, yet filling snacks for Bill to eat. With his high blood pressure & diabetes it’s a struggle. I know bean are always a great choice.
It taste good to me but I like curry. I like them a little crunch and they are VERY filling. I drink water with them and it really fills me up. You can refridgerate them but I like them warm better. Try it and see. i am sorry Bill has those health issues. I will keep that in mind and send you recipes I find or come up with.
Let me know if I can help you with anything.

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Last night (Monday 20 December), Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristen Davis took to their Instagram stories to share an identical statement addressing the allegations of sexual misconduct made against Chris Noth in the past week.
The statement read, "We are deeply saddened to hear the allegations against Chris Noth. We support the women who have come forward and shared their painful experiences.
“We know it must be a very difficult thing to do and we commend them for it.”
On 16 December, The Hollywood Reporter (THR) reported that two women had separately come forward saying they'd been sexually assaulted by Noth.
One of the women, who goes by 'Zoe' in the article, alleges that she was assaulted by Noth in 2004 in Los Angeles when she was a 22-year-old working at an entertainment company. The other woman, ‘Lily’, says she was assaulted by Noth in 2015 when she was working as a server in a New York City nightclub.
According to THR, it was the “revival of the television series [And Just Like That] that had made him such an iconic character” that was “triggering” for the two women.
The women told The Hollywood Reporter that they were allegedly raped by Noth—one woman in 2004, one in 2015. “The encounters were consensual,” Noth told the publication.
Chris Noth has denied the allegations, releasing a statement to THR, which read:
“The accusations against me made by individuals I met years, even decades, ago are categorically false. These stories could’ve been from 30 years ago or 30 days ago — no always means no — that is a line I did not cross. The encounters were consensual. It’s difficult not to question the timing of these stories coming out. I don’t know for certain why they are surfacing now, but I do know this: I did not assault these women.”
The allegations against Chris Noth show that #MeToo is far from over.

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You still have time to make some last minute ornaments like this pretty Cuckoo Clock.
It doesn’t only have to be Easter to use eggs to decorate.
Along with Santa’s cookies and milk leave a tiny treat for the elves.
Light up your Christmas party with wine bottle luminaries.
It’s a big world baby and you’re little for a little while…
How fun would it be to start off every December with a Letter to Santa Party?
Turn this beach robe pattern into a warm and snuggly Christmas robe.
I am always looking for new indoor things to do with the kids now that it gets dark so early. This light table is a great idea. Just make sure they don’t try to eat those rocks.We are loving this gift idea on good house guest. Putting little people inside the terrariums brings it to a whole new level.
Even though it’s not even Christmas yet I couldn’t pass up showing you all this New Years Eve clock mobile.
This pretty cape looks great and there’s no sewing required.
Stop by our Toys to Make board for great quick present ideas for the kids.
No space for a tree? Look how this family solved that problem with chalk.
How did I miss these printable feather gift tags?

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Flagging the start of an epic journey for two teens
TWO Gladstone teenagers have been presented with Australian flags at an official meeting ahead of their 12-month Rotary exchange programs.
Member for Flynn Ken O'Dowd handed the flags to Lily Furness and Hannah Clifford on behalf of the Australian Government as they venture off to Poland and Denmark respectively.
They are part of the Rotary exchange program which allows students from across the world to spend time in other countries with Rotarian families.
Due to fly out from Brisbane on January 19, Lily and Hannah are representing Gladstone Midday Rotary and Gladstone Sunrise Rotary as ambassadors during their exchange.
Lilly said she was looking forward to finally meeting up with her host family, with whom she's been in contact.
"We do get hosted by a Rotary club but if they can't find a host family in that club they'll find another one in the city," she said.
"I'm hoping to learn a new language and see a lot more than I have in the past years, as well as travel around Europe and experience the culture of a new country.
"There's a sense of anticipation because I'm not sure what to expect.
"I've been messaging my host sister and have gotten to know her quite a bit...they're a small family but it will be great."
The girls are tasked with spreading the values of not only Australian Rotary clubs but Australians as a whole.
Hannah said she'd been pleasantly surprised with what awaited her overseas.
"At first I wasn't sure about Denmark because I knew nothing about the country, but the more research I did I was really happy that's the country I got," she said.
"I hope to make a lot of new friends and get to know myself better as well.
"Rotary is all about connecting with people and that's the whole point of the exchange program."


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UCCDraw is an ActiveX Component that enables you to build Visio-style charts from within your application.
Figure 1:Allows you to create flow charts, vector drawings, raster images and more with the ability to include hyperlinks and various shading and coloring effects. You can group objects together, include images and text, link them together and apply custom drawing effects to create charts similar to Microsoft Visio, Adobe Illustrator, and CorelDRAW.
Figure 2:By purchasing the product you receive the component plus full source code which you are licensed to modify and thus customize according to your needs.
At the developer's discretion, a powerful range of end-user editing capabilities can be enabled.
The full source to UCCDraw will be included in the XD++ MFC graphics product.
Figure 3:In addition to extending the functionality of XD++ MFC Class Library, UCCDraw ActiveX Control also acts as a layer of abstraction for the Windows GDI. This layer shields you from low-level GDI details so you can concentrate on creating an application design. Because the UCCDraw ActiveX Control extend XD++ MFC Class Library, you can seamlessly integrate UCCDraw ActiveX Control into your Visual Basic programs, Visual C++ programs, browsers, and anywhere an ActiveX control is allowed.. However, this does not preclude you from customizing the behavior of any of the UCCDraw ActiveX Control.
Figure 4:UCCDraw ActiveX Control enhance the XD++ MFC classes that thinly encapsulate the Windows GDI API by supporting interactive graphics that support high-level drawing actions such as alignment , copying, or sizing objects.
You can develop any application that includes a drawing surface and interaction with graphical objects quickly and effectively using UCCDraw ActiveX Control.
NET Win HTML Editor Control .NET HTML Editor control for Windows Applications (GET HTML/XHTML, or SET Html Content). Spell Checker, customizable toolbar, featured class members, GUI CSS Builder, Source editing and lots of features are just there.Supports Relative URLs.
Caller ID ActiveX Caller ID ActiveX 2.0.1 is an OCX control for software developers that can be use to get the caller id information from an incoming call, using TAPI and 56k modem.
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UCCDraw Flow Component is an ActiveX control that allows creation and editing of Visio-style charts from within your application,it contains full feature of Visio 12, you can build your own Visio 2003/Visio 12 like application with Visual Basic,Dephi

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RIYADH: King Abdulaziz Public Library launched a rare Holy Qur’an Exhibition on Thursday in Riyadh to celebrate World Heritage Day.
The event aims to highlight the richness and peaceful practices of Islamic civilizations.
“We are proud that this exhibition is connected to serving the Holy Qur’an, the Two Holy Mosques and the Islamic civilizations,” said Faisal bin Muammar, the King Abdulaziz Public Library’s general supervisor.
“The goal of the exhibition is to celebrate the richness of the Islamic culture and the Holy Qur’an in this great month of Ramadan,” Muammar added.
The collection, consisting of 267 copies of the Qur’an and 20 highly valuable museum copies, is unique because of the characters, type, font, decoration and dates of the texts, most of which were written between the 10th century and 13th century A.H.
The library’s general supervisor said that the exhibition also highlights the diversity of Islamic civilizations.
“The library has set up an exhibition that contains distinguished models of the Qur’an collection, which contains about 300 copies of the Qur’an, including a very rare collection that differs in terms of place, time, calligraphy method and the nationality of the calligrapher,” said Bandar Al-Mobarak, general manager of King Abdulaziz Public Library.
“We have Qur’ans from India, Timbuktu and China, and you can distinguish between them by the fonts used,” he added.
The library and its surrounding institutions around the Kingdom have spent more than 30 years collecting the best manuscripts from around the world to share.
Muslims around the world have long decorated Qur’ans with Islamic embellishments such as geometric lines, patterns, shapes, Arabic fonts, vegetal motifs and colors, transforming the texts into works of art.
In light of recent events in Sweden, the Qur’an Exhibition is another way for the Kingdom to reinforce the peaceful practices and values of the Islamic faith.
“We know that in Islam and especially in Saudi Arabia, we respect every religion and every culture, and we respect the civilizations of others,” Muammar said.
“I am sure that whoever commits an ugly act like what has happened in Sweden is not concerned about his own beliefs or his own religion,” he added.
The general supervisor stressed that the exhibition is not a response to the events in Sweden, but rather a peaceful exhibition to highlight ancient manuscripts of the Holy Qur’an.
“Whatever they do (in Sweden), they want the others to react in a violent way so this is not the best way to respond — ignoring them is the best solution,” he said.
“I am speaking on behalf of King Abdulaziz Public Library — the best answer to (the events in Sweden) this is to do exhibitions and to send peaceful messages,” Muammar added.
The general supervisor said that another way to respond is to strengthen communication and ties with other beliefs in a “peaceful and understanding manner.”
He added: “God ordered us to know each other — this is the best way to serve our religion and our faith.
“For us, the aim of this exhibition is not to reply. This is an individual act,” Muammar said.
During the exhibition, visitors will get to see a complete Qur’an from Surah Al-Fatihah to Surat Al-Nas, written in Makkah in front of the Kaaba during the month of Ramadan in 1025 A.H. The text was rewritten by the scholar Mullah Ali Al-Qari, who used black ink within red and blue tables.
The collection includes more than Arabic-decorated Qur’ans. There are also Indian texts with floral decorations, as well as samples of Chinese and Kashmiri Qur’ans, and some Mamluk versions.
Different fonts, such as Kufic, Naskh, Thuluth, Timbuktu and late Sudanese scripts, as well as scripts from the Levant, Iraq, Egypt, and Yemen, Najd and Hijazi were used to write Qur’ans, demonstrating the diversity of Islamic arts and the integration of each culture’s artistic vision in transcribing the Holy Book.
Al-Mobarak said: “This exhibition is an extension of the interest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the Qur’an and an extension of the celebration of World Heritage Day on April 18, as well as a celebration of Ramadan, the month of the Qur’an.”
The library also houses manuscript written with gold water. There are 30 sheets with two pages each that constitute a complete part of the Holy Qur’an.
The first page was decorated with vegetal motifs using bright colors and gold water, while the rest of the pages were rounded and completely gilded. The side frames used colored and gilded floral motifs and copies in the Naskh script in 1240 A.H.
More than 8,000 manuscripts covering the Qur’an and its sciences, the origins of religion, hadith, jurisprudence and its origins, the Prophet’s biography, preaching and guidance, Arabic language, history and philosophy, among others, are housed in the library.
It also ties with the library’s specialized exhibitions, which cover rare Islamic coins and Arabic calligraphy, as a contribution to Arab and Islamic history.
The general supervisor said that the library is working on a virtual version of the exhibition, which can be viewed online around the world.
“We invite people to learn more about Saudi Arabia and its role in serving Islamic civilization and serving the Holy Qur’an,” he added.
“The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, since its unification, has taken many steps to publish the Holy Qur’an in many languages, translate and print it.”

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It isn't very often that Mike Doyle and Keith Rothfus are going to vote the same way on a high-profile bill, but that's what happened yesterday in a failed House effort to rein in the NSA's power.
As this NYT story notes the usual Capitol Hill alliances were out the window as House leadership joined with the White House to preserve the agency's data-gathering powers, while liberal Dems (ie, Doyle) joined with conservative Rs (such as Rothfus) teamed up over privacy concerns. The bid narrowly failed 205-217.
In Pa, the 18-member congressional delegation split 8-9 with one absence. Every Democrat but Allyson Schwartz voted in favor of the failed bill, joined by Republicans Rothfus, Mike Fitzpatrick, Scott Perry and Glenn Thompson.


First Class Education’s Head of Education and Training, Peter Cobrin, gets really excited about their new programme for primary and secondary schools across London and the south-east.
Becoming more energy efficient in schools
With reports that schools are having to find innovative ways to raise money and deal with funding cuts, energy charity Carbon Trust has found ways schools can cut back and save money on energy, as well as reduce carbon emissions
The proposed national funding formula aims to ensure that funding is consistent in schools throughout the country. However, there are concerns that if this were to be implemented, some schools would face significant changes to their finances, which could leave some institutions worse off.
This, added to the apparent education funding crisis, teacher retention and recruitment issues, means many schools are potentially feeling the pressure to save money where they can.
In light of this, there are a number of ways in which schools can tweak their energy usage in order to cut down costs, while at the same time become more environmental friendly.
A report by the Carbon Trust explains that UK schools could reduce energy costs by about £44 million per year. It is estimated that schools could prevent around 625,000 tonnes of CO2 from entering the atmosphere if this cut-back were to take place.
This would not only help tackle the growing financial constraints of schools but also encourage them to become more eco-friendly.
According to the Carbon Trust, lighting accounts for around 10 per cent of the total energy used in schools, but there are ways savings can be made.
General advice to help schools to keep on top of their energy bills would be to encourage staff to switch lights off where possible. For example, instead of having the blinds down and the lights on, use the blinds to direct daylight onto the ceilings and walls. This should minimise the need for electric lighting whilst reducing glare.
Suitable lighting controls should also be considered in order to ensure that lights are switched off as and when they need to be. Time switches with a manual override for teaching areas and occupancy sensors in intermittently occupied spaces would be beneficial.
Priorlee Primary School in Telford previously had under-lit classrooms as a result of recessed light fittings. But, the local authority later invested in more efficient ceiling-mounted lighting and new occupancy daylight controls.
As a result of this, lighting costs were reduced by 30 per cent, and light levels were increased.
Usually, heating is the largest and most expensive energy user in schools, and savings in this area can have a positive impact on energy bills even through introducing simple low-cost measures.
Heating requirements change throughout the day so it is important that the heating system’s operating hours match the times in which it is required.
Teachers are advised to review time settings every month in order to make sure that they are correct. Systems can function inefficiently if a short-term adjustment is made and not put back to the original settings, so in addition to checking the levels, fitting a tamper-proof thermostatic radiator valve can stop this from happening.
A serviced boiler can save up to 10 per cent on annual heating costs, so it is important to ensure that boilers and pipework are maintained. Gas-fired boilers should be serviced once a year and oil-based ones should be serviced twice a year.
Generally, hot water tanks, pipes and boilers should be properly insulated in order to prevent heat escaping and payback for this measure can usually be expected within a few months, yet again making savings.
Heating system controls can also pose a problem if they are old and not updated. Upgrades can sometimes pay for themselves through energy and cost savings. A compensator is a form of control for heating systems that automatically regulates the heating temperature based on the weather.
There is also an optimum start controller, which learns how quickly the building can reach its preferred temperature and turns the heating on at optimum time prior to building occupancy, again depending on the weather.
An example of this is Richard Whittington School in Bishop’s Stortford. The school had not updated its system since 1977 and so controls were old and incorrectly set. Thermostats and timers were also broken or faulty making the system inefficient.
A £6,000 investment in boiler controls helped to improve the school’s heating costs by reducing them by 21 per cent in operational savings. The initial cost to install the system was ultimately paid off within four years. This method not only helped the school to save energy, but the money that was spent was regenerated back into the school’s funds.
Wasting hot water actually penalises a school twice over. Once for the energy used to heat the water, but again for the actual water used.
However, there are ways to ensure that pupils are not wasting water when they do not have to, without compromising their hygiene.
Percussion taps can be fitted which means that the water will turn off automatically, eliminating the need for pupils to make sure that taps are turned off. Schools should also consider dealing with dripping taps and leaks to prevent water wastage. Insulating hot water storage tanks and their distribution pipework can help minimise heat up time for water, which reduces the amount of energy used and money required.
Other tips include fitting and checking time switches to ensure that water is heated only when needed; rationalising the system to reduce long distribution pipe runs, and providing cleaning staff with point-of-use water heaters for use during the holidays.
Around two-thirds of heat is lost through the building fabric in a typical school building, so making improvements to walls, floors and ceilings is important if savings are to be made.
The best way to keep on top of needed repairs is to compile a checklist to address where energy is lost in the building structure and appoint a member of staff to check the school regularly. This would include checking window panes and frames, skylights, roofs and skirting.
Any gaps found should be repaired straight away and draught stripping can be installed to windows and doors. Any doors which are unused could potentially be sealed shut to ensure that a draught is not entering the school and heat is not lost.
In addition to this, draught lobbies can be installed at frequently used entrances in order to reduce heating costs and draughts. They should be large enough to provide unrestricted access and enable one set of doors to be closed before the other is opened.
An example of this is Welsh primary school, Ysgol Gynradd Gymraes, which suffered from cold draughts through external doors at each end of the main corridor. The doors were regularly opened to allow pupils to come through to other classrooms and as a result of this draught, lobbies were put in place. The initial cost of the investment is expected to be paid back within four years.
School kitchens can consume a lot of energy as the equipment needs to be powered and water needs to be heated. However, there is still potential to make savings in this department without spoiling the quality of food for pupils.
Large amounts of power is needed to operate ovens and hobs because a large secondary school typically uses this equipment for more than 10 hours a week. In order to save energy and money ensure that ovens, grills, fryers and hobs are switched off immediately after use.
In addition to this, make sure that they are not turned on too soon before they are needed. Most catering equipment can reach its maximum temperature quickly, so label equipment with its preheat time to best understand when to switch equipment on.
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To sum up, schools should ensure that there is an understanding of its energy use, identify where savings can be made, and seek specialist help where required. In addition to this, schools need to discuss energy efficiency,make the needed changes and measure the savings, and continue to manage the school’s energy use by enforcing necessary procedures.Further Information:


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Aid skin’s natural healing process with the Post-Procedure Kit from iS Clinical. Providing intensive nourishment and long lasting hydration, sensitive and delicate skin is left feeling comfortable, soothed and repaired. Ideal for use after ablative procedures including laser treatments and deep chemical peels.
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Cleansing Complex (60ml)
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SHEALD™ Recovery Balm (60g)
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Cleansing Complex: Water/Aqua/Eau, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-30 Glyceryl Cocoate, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Saccharum Of cinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract [Extrait a sucre], Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Phospholipids, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Phenoxyethanol.
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An artificial pancreas which regulates insulin provision in people with type one diabetes will soon undergo tests involving 240 patients at 12 Dutch hospitals, thanks to government funding.
The device, developed by inventor Robin Koops, himself a diabetes patient, consists of a glucose meter which measures the amount of insulin on a permanent basis and a small pump. If the amount of insulin is too high the pump will administer insulin. If it is too low glucagon is administered. Both hormones regulate blood sugar values which tend to fluctuate in patients with type one diabetes.
The government advisory group Zorginstituut Nederland and care innovation organisation ZonMw have together put up a €10m grant to run the test which comes in the wake of a smaller scale experiment using the device.
Some of the 30 people who already put the artificial pancreas to the test were reluctant to return the device because they had never felt so well, a spokesman for Utrecht teaching hospital told broadcaster NOS.
If the device proves equally successful the second time around, many will be able to manage their insulin levels more efficiently, researchers hope. Some 100,000 people in the Netherlands suffer from the immune disease.
Koops, who spent 15 years working on his invention, managed to bring down the size of the device from a small fridge to a box no bigger than two smart phones piled on top of each other.
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The modern electric bass guitar has a rich history that can be traced back to the "Golden Era" of instrument manufacturing in the 20th century. During this time, pioneers in guitar and bass manufacturing created iconic solid body concepts, resulting in some of the world's most beloved instrument designs. To honor these timeless designs, we present to you the BFR Stingray Retro Seventy-Six.
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The relationship between humankind and plants is extensive, complex and ambiguous. They are used as a component in medicine, food, houses and constructions, clothing, and in many other areas, and they are migrated to our spaces, imported by our culture and adopted in our lives.
The domestication of plants for decorative, ornamental, and recreational purposes is widespread, making its appearance in gardens, greenhouses, flowerbeds, pots or vases.
Within this relationship, the aesthetical function of plants imposes itself. Floral species transcend their living organism condition and their raw material properties to become a symbol of a connection with nature, even when this symbol is paradoxically materialized through artificial plants or illustration.
The world is a place filled with still lifes. In our cities and our houses, we can find a sort of intentional or circumstantial installations where plants, objects, and spaces coexist, establishing a dialogue with each other and with those who interact with them.
The presence of botanic elements, including their simulacrum and representations, seems to express a connection to our origin, a search for the lost paradise, a quest for a vestige of primordial virtuosity that we unconsciously and collectively want to recover.
Our fascination with plants sometimes makes us corrupt, despise, annihilate, or annul their living, natural essence. The manifestations of this fascination can be a way by which we try to return to the garden of Eden and, at the same time, a confirmation of the reasons that made us leave it in the first place.
Our coexistence with the domesticated vegetable kingdom demonstrates our best and our worst instincts. It shows the duality of a species that oscillates between mutualism and parasitism in its relationship with nature and its fellow living beings.
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By Securities Docket on March 29, 2012, 3:06 pm
Film offers insights into mind of Marc Dreier.
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Bankruptcy court rules trustee cannot recover funds from Wachovia Bank related to $9 million loan to Dreier.
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Robert Miller had faced up to 20 years in prison.
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Marc Dreier on how and why he scammed $400 million.
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Marc Dreier’s Manhattan apartment $10.4 million Midtown Manhattan condominium, where he recently served his “(Pent)House Arrest,” is scheduled to be auctioned at 1 pm today, along with its contents. As previously discussed here, on July 13, U.S. District Judge Jed Rakoff sentenced Marc Dreier to 20 years in prison. Dreier pleaded guilty in May to […]
By Securities Docket on July 14, 2009, 9:05 am
In the Southern District of New York yesterday, U.S. District Judge Jed Rakoff sentenced Marc Dreier to 20 years in prison. Reuters reports that in handing down his sentence, Judge Rakoff stated that “when you turn to the facts of the crime that Mr. Dreier committed, one must still be appalled. It is a huge […]
By Securities Docket on July 8, 2009, 2:09 pm
In advance of his sentencing hearing scheduled for Monday, Marc Dreier has filed papers with the court seeking a sentence of no more than 12 ½ years in prison (sound familiar?). The WSJ Law Blog reports that under the federal sentencing guidelines, Dreier faces a possible sentence of up to 145 years. In his Memorandum […]
By Securities Docket on May 12, 2009, 9:12 am
In federal court in Manhattan yesterday, attorney Marc Dreier pleaded guilty to charges that he carried out an outrageous fraud scheme that defrauded hedge funds and other investors out of at least $400 million. The NYT reports that according to prosecutors, Dreier, a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Law School, sold $700 million worth […]
By Securities Docket on April 3, 2009, 6:51 am
The bill for the court-appointed receiver and his attorneys in the SEC’s case against Marc S. Dreier is in. Mark Pomerantz said he expects to seek $150,000, while his counsel at Paul Weiss will ask for approximately $1.25 million for their four months of work. The NY Law Journal reports that Paul Weiss is accepting […]
By Securities Docket on March 20, 2009, 6:43 am
Lawyers for Marc Dreier advised U.S. District Judge Jed Rakoff (SDNY) yesterday that Dreier is likely to change his plea to guilty in the case against him. Prosecutors allege that Dreier sold $700 million in phony securities to hedge funds. The AP reports that the defense announcement came at a hearing yesterday where Marc Dreier […]

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Are you thinking of buying a mattress? These are some things to keep in mind when making a decision about a new mattress. A firm mattress is a necessary investment. However, a mattress that is too soft may not be the best for your back. Luckily, there are several firmer choices available, and we’ve broken them down into their best features. Find out which mattress is right for you by reading on. You’ll feel relaxed and rejuvenated in no matter how long it takes.
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Casper Original mattress
A Casper Original foam mattress offers balanced support and cooling. Its Zoned Support ergonomically aligns your spine while AirScape circulates air to keep you comfortable and cool. With thousands of 5-star reviews, the Casper Original mattress is the best bed you’ve ever had! Casper Original mattresses use proprietary materials and 4D Sleep Technology to provide the perfect night’s sleep. The mattress has four layers of foam that provide the best balance of support and cooling.
To allow for more airflow, the top layer of Casper Original mattress is made from open-cell memory foam. This foam also helps to keep the mattress cool in warmer temperatures. The middle layer is firmer with zoned support foam, which provides a generous lift for your hips. The base layer, which is dense and supportive, prevents you sinking and provides additional support for the entire body. Casper is a foam mattress with an eco-friendly design that you will love!
Casper Original mattress is made from memory foam and has a bounce. Its affordable price tag makes it a popular option for the average sleeper. While the Casper Original is an excellent choice for a king-sized bed, it’s still not perfect for everyone. Before you make a purchase, be sure to read our Casper FAQs. These FAQs will help you choose the right model for you.
The Casper Original’s top-layer is made up of plush polyfoam for instant comfort. The contoured shape of the layer provides firm support to specific areas of your body. The final layer is made from dense polyurethane foam, which provides excellent motion isolation. Casper Original mattresses are a good choice for both side and back sleepers. You can even try it if you’re unsure about it!
The DreamCloud mattress comes in two versions: the standard and premier. The standard DreamCloud is made with a combination of innerspring coils and memory foam, while the premier features a plush cashmere Euro Top. The Premier is the best option if you are looking for a luxurious mattress. The only difference between the models is the price and the feel. Although the DreamCloud Premier is more expensive than the standard model it offers similar benefits.
It has a pocketed coil system that is individually wrapped and comes in a variety of sizes. These coils provide support around the perimeter of the bed, while still allowing air to flow throughout. Its base layer is made with high-density Polyfoam for durability. If you’re a heavier sleeper, the DreamCloud might be just the right option for you. This hybrid mattress is made of durable polyfoam and will provide you with a restful nights sleep.
If you are a side sleeper, the DreamCloud can provide the support you need for your back. If you sleep on your stomach, a firmer mattress with deeper compression support is better. For stomach sleepers, the top foams of DreamCloud can cause backaches. For stomach sleepers, a thicker mattress with more support is better. When shopping for a mattress, it is important that you consider your body weight.
The DreamCloud Mattress is a good choice for most people. However, some people may find it too firm. If you’re prone to hip pain, you may want to consider another brand. The DreamCloud can be used with most bed frames and foundations. It is not recommended for stomach sleepers. There’s also no weight limit, but if you’re a heavy person, you should look for a firmer model. This mattress is compatible with most bed frames.
Allswell Supreme Hybrid Mattress
The Allswell Supreme is an outstanding new hybrid mattress that is a great choice for side sleepers. With plush Euro-top fabric and pressure-relieving foam layers, this mattress offers an excellent mid-level level of firmness. The unique design includes pocketed coils that are thicker and perimeter-bound coils. This mattress provides more support. The Allswell Supreme Hybrid Mattress is affordable and will please many customers.
The Allswell Supreme Hybrid has a Quantum Edge coil system of 8 inches for exceptional support. These coils have been reinforced on all sides for superior edge support. The Allswell Supreme Hybrid is the ideal medium-firm mattress for a romantic or sexy partner. Because of its firm but buoyant feel, it is recommended for back sleepers. For extra support and movement transfer, the mattress comes with a Reinforced Quantum Edge and a Euro top.
The Allswell Supreme Hybrid Mattress costs less than $1000 and is a luxurious option. It boasts a thickness of 14 inches and premium materials. This mattress is designed for back and combination sleepers. It offers premium comfort and support. It is made from dense foams and a supportive coil structure for a long-lasting, high-quality sleep. It’s also a luxurious option for back-sleepers.
The Allswell Supreme Hybrid is suitable for back sleepers of all sizes. The Euro top softens it, while the memory-foam comfort layer contours to your body. Energex foam provides extra contouring to support proper spinal alignment. The Allswell Supreme Hybrid is lightweight and provides great support for back sleepers.
Nectar Mattress Coupon Code 2020 – Mattress Reviews
The Nectar memory foam mattress is an incredible value, providing you with the best sleep ever. It provides exceptional support and dual action cooling. It features a cooling cover and a top layer of gel-coated memory foam. The Nectar Lush provides superior cooling and support for a peaceful night’s rest. The Nectar Lush is a great choice because it has a cooling top layer as well as a dozen inches worth of premium materials.
The Nectar memory foam mattress allows for a comfortable and firm sleep. This mattress is great for people of all ages and weights. The mattress is not recommended for heavy sleepers as it may sag around your shoulders. It also provides a perfect balance of softness and support, meaning that a person can sleep on any part of the mattress without feeling uncomfortable or overly sore.
Nectar’s unique cooling covering is an integral part of its overall design. It keeps the mattress cool by promoting air circulation. Tencel, a material that repels bedbugs, is used as the cooling cover. It promotes heat-wicking and air circulation by circulating fresh air throughout every movement of the mattress. Unlike other memory foam mattresses, the cooling cover will never get dirty or need replacing. If the cover gets wet, the company will exchange it for free.
The Nectar mattress is suitable for all sleeping positions. It provides pinpoint pressure relief and buoyant support while you sleep, preventing sleep interruptions, keeping you comfortable. The Nectar is not a memory-foam mattress, despite its name. It does not offer the luxurious comfort and sophistication that memory foam mattresses are famous for. It is also an environmentally friendly option for consumers concerned about toxic and chemical based foams.
Saatva coil-on-coil mattress
The Saatva coils-on-coil mattress is a high-performing American-made mattress. Its design includes a coil-on-coil system encased in a foam external layer. The coils are designed to provide a restful night’s sleep. The Saatva is made in the USA, unlike other brands. Its materials and construction meet high standards.
Saatva coils-on-coil mattress construction varies depending upon the firmness and thickness of the mattress. The Euro-top layer consists of a soft, breathable material with antimicrobial treatment. The comfort layer features a 3-inch Euro pillowtop for cushioning. The mattress’s support is provided by individual pocketed coils, which are individually wrapped. This makes the Saatva coils-on-coil bed an excellent choice for those who want a firmer mattress.
The edge support of the Saatva coils on-coil bed is another benefit. The dual coil design and foam edges around the coil layers enhance edge support and prevent you from rolling off the edge of the mattress. This makes it easy to get in and out of bed. The mattress’s durability makes them ideal for all sleeping positions. Therefore, it’s a great choice for any sleeping position and budget.
The firmness rating for the Saatva coil-on-coil mattress is 7. This mattress is on the firmer end of industry standards. Its coil-on-coil construction provides strong support and a zoned support mechanism for pressure relief. The middle layer is made of memory foam. The Saatva coil on-coil bed mattress is an excellent choice for those looking for pressure relief.


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The teaser trailer for Cosmopolis opens with a semi-naked Robert Pattinson lolling on a bed, hankering after fame and fire and instructing his lover to shoot him through the heart, just to "show him something he doesn't know". It ends with a date (23/05/12) flashed big on the screen. Students of the film calendar (whose jaded, listless palates put even Pattinson's to shame) may be forgiven for being more excited by the last image than the first.
Short of making an official announcement, the message could not be clearer. That 23 May release date tells us that, barring disaster, Cosmopolis is coming to Cannes. David Cronenberg's film will premiere (likely in competition) a few days ahead of being rolled out across France. Think of it as the first, deep-cover arrival in a festival lineup that has yet to be confirmed.
Cosmopolis is Cronenberg's adaptation of the Don DeLillo novel about a young billionaire's trip across New York. En route to get his hair cut, jaundiced, woozy Eric Packer (Pattinson) stares from the windows of his limo at a landscape in free-fall; a whirling diorama of threat and paranoia, threaded with images of presidents, assassins, ex-wives and rioters. Judging from the trailer, Cronenberg has cooked up a film that's worlds away from the heavy, cerebral back-and-forths of A Dangerous Method and more akin to Gaspar Noe's Enter the Void – strobing titles, desperate antics and all. It looks good. If Pattinson is looking to put some clear blue water between himself and those Twilight pictures, he could hardly have opted for a better choice than this.
We're expecting more arcane Cannes runes to leak out over the coming weeks. Other possibles at this year's event include Michael Haneke's Love, Jacques Audiard's Rust and Bone and The Grandmasters, by Wong Kar-Wai. But for the time being I'm putting Cosmopolis down as a banker and wondering why on earth it shows a dinosaur heading crosstown against the traffic. At this stage of the Cannes film festival runup, even the clues come with added clues and riddles. So I look forward to clearing up the mystery of the dinosaur, probably inside the Palais du Cinema, sometime around the middle of May.


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Hoop drop earring made from brass and embellished with gems, inspired by flowers. Yellow gold plated and good for formal wear. This piece of jewelry comes with the Voylla assurance of quality and durability. Caring for your fashion jewelry: We,...
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Biofilm build-up prevention on filters for multi and single-pass water systems.
Feb 20 2020
Amazon Filters new SupaSpun KilBac® and SupaGard Kilbac® filters use the latest innovation in high-performance antimicrobial and antialgal additives to prevent Biofilm build-up on filters for multi and single-pass water systems.
With applications in water processing across many industry sectors, KilBac’s meltblown fibre construction is designed to prevent biofilm build-up on filters in both multi and single-pass water systems.
Crucially, the underlying technology harnesses micron-sized particles containing active silver, zinc and copper.
Combined with a base polymer, the metals are incorporated in different combinations to combat the growth of bacteria or algae on the filter.
Precise control of fibre diameters during manufacturing ensures that the maximum area of antimicrobial material is exposed, which optimises performance.
The launch follows a rigorous testing programme which demonstrated KilBac’s effectiveness against biofouling and the subsequent filter blockage or sloughing off of contaminants that can blind membrane systems downstream.
Key to KilBac’s success is its ability to inhibit bacterial and algal growth by disrupting metabolic activity at cellular levels.
It is ideal for any application where potential biofouling of a water-based filtration system can occur.
Target industry sectors include building services, power generation, chemicals and coatings, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, and food and beverages.
In building services for example, filter life on sidestream installations can be extended along with the potential to aid control of overall bioburden in the system.
In oil and gas production, KilBac filters can be used to prevent premature blinding of SRP (single recognition particle) membranes with algae.
Amazon Filters Managing Director Neil Pizzey said: “KilBac is the latest addition to our solutions portfolio and is perfect for any process water system that is stop-start and so not in continual flow.
“In all kinds of water-based recirculation processes there can be a persistent problem with microbial contamination and the subsequent biofouling of filters.
“You find this in physical blockages of the filter as well as the sloughing-off of micro-organisms growing on the filtration media.
“The upshot is typically an interruption to your manufacturing process and therefore increased costs to put it right.
“In response, KilBac prevents biofilm build-up to avoid any interruption, extending the lifetimes of water systems and so reducing operating costs for our customers.”
While both inhibit the growth of bacteria and algae, SupaSpun Kilbac is an absolute depth filter while SupaGard Kilbac is a nominal depth filter.
The difference is that a nominal filter has broader manufacturing tolerances, so enabling greater variations in effective porosity.
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There's something very special about watching “Game of Thrones” star Maisie Williams on the red carpet.
Maybe it's because she's young — 19 years old, too young to be bored by the whole production quite yet — or because she's hands-on in her sartorial choices, but Williams always manages to seem like she's having more fun than anybody else.
At the 2016 Emmys, Williams played up the whimsy by accessorizing her embroidered Markus Lupfer dress with a triangular, velvet handbag that immediately caught fashion-lovers' attention.
Now, for the shocker: The bag was only $39, plucked from obscurity by Williams' stylist, Harriet Byczok.
The bag, which sold out soon after the Emmys, has since been restocked in three colors by Singaporean brand Charles Keith.
But, in my eagerness to hunt it down, I discovered that the brand was everything I'd been missing in my wardrobe.
No, seriously. Stylish, affordably-priced, unique designs make up the core of the online shop, which focuses on sunglasses, jewelry and footwear.
Byczok told The Telegraph the brand has long been one of her favorites for Williams, adding,
[Charles Keith] does cool shapes and triangle boxes, which are a quirky touch and also make her look a bit more grown up. She also wore a Charles Keith bag to the BAFTAs, and I have been in love with them ever since.
If a person paid to find the best-looking clothes likes Charles Keith, that's good enough for me.
Shoes aside, I'm particularly impressed by the label's array of inexpensive bags that look classy enough for Victoria Beckham to carry. That's truly the highest compliment I have.
Looking to revamp your fall wardrobe without spending right up to your credit limit? Charles Keith is a safe place to look.
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State Apiarist and Apiculturist
Tennessee State Apiarist, Michael Studer, Tennessee Dept. of Agriculture, Consumer and Industry Services, Ellington Agricultural Center, Box 40627, Melrose Station, 436 Hogan Road, Porter Bldg., Nashville, TN 37204, (615) 837-5342. E-Mail: email@example.com. The State Apiarist’s areas of responsibility include colony inspection, entry permits, moving colonies, pollination list, apiary registration, County or Area Beekeeping Associations Apiary Inspection Grants, collaborative research and education with the State Apiculturist and other regulatory issues. Contact Michael Studer for colony inspection, entry permits, moving colonies, pollination list, apiary registration, County or Area Beekeeping Associations Apiary Inspection Grants and other regulatory issues.
Tennessee State Apiculturist, Dr. Jennifer Tsuruda, The University of Tennessee, Entomology & Plant Pathology Dept, 2505 E.J. Chapman Drive, 207 Ellington Plant Sciences Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-4560, (865) 974-0209. E-Mail: firstname.lastname@example.org. The State Apiculturist’s areas of responsibility include education, research, extension and treatment recommendations. Contact Dr. Jennifer Tsuruda for information and materials related to education, extension, research and treatment recommendations.
UT Master Beekeeping class offerings, UT honey bee related publications, equipment suppliers, package and queen producer contact information can be found on the University of Tennessee Beekeeping Website.
The Beekeeping in Tennessee publication can be found on the University of Tennessee Agricultural Extension website. This gives excellent information to beekeepers as to when and how to do the necessary manipulations to bee colonies to be a successful beekeeper in Tennessee. Printed copies of this book are available for purchase or download online from the UT e-Marketplace website.

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AND, I live in the (almost very) west of Western Canada.
So tell me, what is the deal with all this SNOW???
We've got at least 10 cm on the ground from the last day. The kids love it, but I'm just dreading the thaw, which we've already been through once and getting places with the buggy is a nightmare.
Seriously, if I wanted snow in March I'd live in Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba!
I know I'm whining and and having a whinge, so just ignore me. I really do consider myself lucky with our weather, compared to a lot of the rest of the country, but this is so unexpected.

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SINGER-SONGWRITER LEE MACDOUGALL RETURNS
FOR SECOND U.S. TOUR THIS YEAR
Two-Month Multiple City “All the Right Places” Tour
Kicks Off In New York on August 4
on the success of his debut tour of the U.S. earlier this year, which included a
performance at the SxSW Festival in Austin in March, British
singer-songwriter-guitarist Lee MacDougall, returns for his second tour
of the U.S. beginning in August. Dubbed the “All The Right Places” tour, the
schedule kicks off in New York City on August 4 and will cover multiple cities
over a two-month period.
Since his initial appearances in the U.S., MacDougall has successfully toured in Germany, Austria and Italy as well as playing in his hometown of London, where, in addition to an intimate club date, he opened for headliner Bon Jovi at the massive Hard Rock Calling Festival in London’s Hyde Park on June 25th. He will also be supporting Atlantic Records recording artist Rumer on her UK tour in November.
MacDougall has become known for mesmerizing audiences with emotionally-driven melodies and resonating vocals. Louisville’s Backseat Sandbar says of MacDougall: “He has the type of voice that can fill every crevice of a room and every fiber in your body. Its clear perfection can play your heart strings as easily as his fingers strum his guitar.”
Earlier this year, MacDougall released an self-produced 11-song CD called IF WALLS COULD TALK that is available from his website (www.leemacdougallmusic.com) and at his live shows. The CD includes the standout tracks “The Star Hotel,” “She” and “Joanna,” among others. Additionally, noted producer Jim Lowe (who has worked with the Stereophonics, Taylor Swift and the Charlatans) produced several tracks with him, including the version of “She” that is part of a three-song EP he released via iTunes last year. An acoustic rendition of the song produced by Lee appears on IF WALLS COULD TALK.
With the expansion of his live repertoire, MacDougall is releasing a new self-produced CD (recorded in his bedroom) called FOR A FEW TALES MORE to coincide with the upcoming U.S. dates. This 10-song release includes a number of new songs, among them the affecting “Smile” and “Hindsight,” which have become highlights of his live performances.
Originally from the fishing town of Grimsby in the north of England, MacDougall emerged from the open mic night circuit in London that has spawned new acoustic English artists in the last two years. His ability to couple a strong lyrical narrative with a memorable melody has enabled him to establish an international fan base that expanded when his music was embraced by the community of fans of the Twilight films.
But it is the strength of his songwriting that has earned him recognition on both sides of the Atlantic and support slots with artists such as Train, Starsailor, Paolo Nutini, The Feeling, Bob Dylan and Van Morrison. The Independent Music Scene wrote: “This is an artist that allows his voice to be heard clearly without masking the pure talent of the song. The music is great for having a lonely listen, to a couple's dance, to a drive through the country side with nothing to care about. The songwriting is straight forward without being simplistic.”
Following his U.S. tour dates, he will make a return visit to Germany, Austria,
Italy and England. The U.K. leg will include shows supporting Rumer on her
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Ayla @ Luminosity Beach Festival 2018Ayla_LBF2018 Thanks to Bo van Eck and his entire crew for this amazing event. Was a real pleasure being there. Tandu & Ayla is at Luminosity Beach Festival - Holland. Comments I had a great time at your set and it was even more great to meet you and Bianca. Hope ... Oh boy, Angelfalls. LOVE THIS SONG!!! Lucky crowd :(
Paul Skelton musicNice :) An old trance favourite of mine... Ayla-Ayla... who remembers this one.. feel free to share 😎 Tandu & Ayla shared Paul Skelton music's video. CommentsPaul Skelton music Thanks a mill for the share 👍 Beautiful. I still have my old tracks from Ayla. This is my favorite https://youtu.be/xMlXgWnI5aQ Ayla tracks still creates strong feelings and a special atmosphere! Just love this music! "Liebe" is my favourite!
Written & Composed By John Miles. Produced by Ingo Kunzi & Alex Kilb. (P) 1999 Unsubmissive Records. (C) 1999 House of Music Comments Visions of Love (10Min. Version) war der Beste Track von Intrance gewesen :) Sehr schade, dass es keine Musik mehr ... Club Rotation! 😁 great track,club rotation that memories :)
Timeline Photosnewly released omar sherif remix of ayla ayla entered the beatport trance charts :) 15 Tandu & Ayla is with Mathias Cruz. Comments Congrats Ingo. :) When is your Nirwana 2 album coming out? Crap. Raping the original. Just a damn generic kick. No nuances.
Ayla - Angelfalls [Waterdrop]Angelfalls!.. :) - Mgt. Tandu & Ayla is feeling thankful. Comments Of course got it. I don't like when people say: old but good. Why don't you say like this about ... I still have the cassette :) This is one of my favorite tracks as well. Own 3 copies of the vinyl!
Out now !! KONTOR SUNSET CHILL 2015 60 TRACKS | 4 STUNDEN FEINSTER DEEP HOUSE & CHILL SOUND / 3 CD-SET / DOWNLOAD / LIMITED 4-FACH VINYL EDITION: OUT NOW! GET IT HERE: ... CommentsTandu & Ayla 👍🏼 Sounds simple, straightforward, catchy and nice. Something unexpected. Melodic House good for Cafe Del Mar, Buddha Bar, Hed Kandi and ... Ayla & Taucher club tour...now that is interesting! :)
YorkUpcoming release in collaboration with old friends and fellow colleagues York & Taucher. Featuring the vocal talents of Asheni & Juno im Park, 'Free Yourself' will be released next month via Kontor Records! :). Very happy to be part of ... Comments Any preview, mate? Hell yes!! Cool. I want a preview. Hope maybe there's a full-on trance remix by Ayla too.
four worlds...musiklalischer untermalung durch den track UNWAHR aus dem neuen album von Ayla/Ingo Kunzi und Taucher/ Ralph-Armand Beck.
...Background music is a short preview of the track 'Unwahr'. Taken from the new album by Taucher and Ayla. Mgmt here's the teaser ... Comments "wundershön" sehr sehr schön great Job my friend Ayla and Taucher :-) (y) I was in Mainz. Sweet!
Dj Mind-X - NightingaleCheck out my Tandu remix of the classic Dj Mind-X single 'Nightingale'. Originally released in 1999. Digitally re-released in 2012 via York's Planet Love Classics record label. :) Tandu & Ayla is feeling awesome. Comments Suspicious mix. Oh oh oh oh yeeeaaahhhhh One of my fav Tandu mixes from back in the days. Hungry Animals too to name a second classic Remix ... But i remember it released as an DJ Mind-X Club Remix, isn't it?
Karuma - On Y Va (Single Mix)Tandu & DJ Mind-X present Karuma - On Y Va !... 12" released back in year 2000. with long time friends and colleagues, André Forrer & Allan Michie - Allan McLoud (The Highlander) Tandu & Ayla is feeling grateful. Comments Buenaaa!!! Einer meiner lieblingstracks von dir!!!!! Mach nen Chartfähigen Remix draus. Obwohl der ja auch schon Chartwürdig wär 😊 Awesome

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就是不高兴16I visited one of the stops in Japan last week. In fact, this time I went to Japan mainly because I was a fan of Conan, and I have loved it since 1999. The Conan Museum is located in Kitaei Town, Tottori Prefecture. It is also called Conan Town. The whole town is not big but full of Conan elements. There are a large number of Conan manuscript movie posters and many souvenirs for sale in this museum. Aoyama's studio is also displayed in the museum proportionally. This master It is also very amazing. The marriage with Conan’s seiyuu once caused a sensation. I am looking forward to the domestic introduction of the latest movie version.
翱翔的大鲨鱼Wonderful place with a long history and quiet environment. It is even more elegant. There is a strong cultural atmosphere here. Quite a little bridge and flowing water people. In fact, it is the common consciousness of the Confucian cultural circle to place love between mountains and rivers, both in China and Japan.
fyqj1234After coming out of the Conan Museum, you will basically come to the Mihua Shopping Street for a stroll. Therefore, the locals have changed the names of places related to Conan on the way. There are also many bronze statues, suitable for taking photos and checking in. The villagers are really very good. Business acumen, of course, is also a fan favorite. The Conan Bridge is a typical example of it. It is completely an ordinary bridge with a bronze statue of a sign. It is not as good as the ones on Mihua Street on the side. The view from the bridge is slightly worse. The surrounding area is farmland and villagers’ houses. However, the very famous gate of Conan’s house is right by the bridge. It’s okay to press a button to play. The rice flower shopping street is also here. Shopping, eating and drinking Not bad. Anyway, it’s just a place to check in. It’s worth it or not.
ManjaOne hour is enough as it is not a place to stay for a long time, but it is worth a look. About 10 minutes by bus from Kurashiki Station to Miyagawacho or the north exit of Kurayoshi Park Plaza. There are many souvenirs related to pears, and it is impressive that there are so many.
翱翔的大鲨鱼A temple that seems to be floating in space! As one of the many temples of Mitu Mountain Road, it is located in the vertical depressions on both sides of the cliff, making it feel like it is hanging in the air. In the past, many ascetics climbed the sacred mountain on the trail, savoring its elegant structure and the tranquility it provided.
In order to protect the environment, it is best not to climb on crutches or spikes, so that those who like to look far can enjoy it at nearby observation points.
天生哥The first reaction of sand dunes + sea = There are two ways to climb the sand dunes in Tottori. You can choose a safer slope, or you can challenge straight "cliffs" with difficulty. I didn't expect it to be half desert and half sea in winter. Covered with thick snow, it is like a dreamlike wonderland. When there is wind, you can see wind patterns and sand curtains!
Sande Mountain has been hailed as the most dangerous national treasure in Japan. The entire temple is located in a cliff of 520 meters above sea level. The construction method is still a mystery.
Who built this 1300-year-old temple and how it was built is still unknown. Legend has it that in the ancient times, a practitioner practiced three pieces of lotus petals, hoping to fall to the place where they had a relationship with the Buddha. As a result, one of them fell on the Sande Mountain. A mana with a strong manpower exerts the temple between the cliffs, so it is called the input hall.
If you want to go to the mountain where the church is located, you must register, because the next journey is not sightseeing but cultivation. It is only possible to go up the mountain at a specified time, and for the sake of safety, it is forbidden to go up the mountain alone. In the registration office, in addition to providing a variety of climbing equipment, reminding the practitioners to pay attention to safety, but also has a "six clean" sign. When the mountain enters the mountain, it is clean and the six are clean.
We, did not really climb the mountain, but fortunately met the abbot of the Three Buddha Temple. In front of the temple, turn 108 beads, the beads fall and sound, I hope the troubles of the three lives faded.