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Which is the best place in the world for a "HONEYMOON"??
That's a great question! It is my belief that your honeymoon should be a reflection of your likes as a couple. That being said, are you an outdoorsy, active couple? Maybe a retreat into the wilderness, complete with a well appointed cabin including a hottub and fireplace would be fantastic! Would the two of you enjoy sand, sun and lounging by the water? There are plenty of hot destinations with equally hot deals to offer.
Maybe make a list of things you both enjoy, and let those ideas be your guide. Have a great honeymoon!!!
A very comfortable double bed. You can see the world later on.
Paris. The wonderful and intriguing city of love. Try Paris or the next best thing, New Orleans.
Venice is a romantic place, hearing the Italian harana while riding on a gondel enjoying night time life.
In 2009, we had traveled to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic.
Antigua is absolutely gorgeous! The temperature in the summertime is mid eighties so it's just right!
In a hotel where you can relax and de-stress from work.
It does not really matter which country as it will be the same. Or if you enjoy travelling like me, then you may be interested in visiting the 7 wonders of the world.
France Honeymoon packages can solve your purpose. France is perfect for lovers.
Wuzhen in Shanghai, China.
Wuzhen is a water town, it is quiet and romantic place.
Really, the place does not matter if you are in love. Where ever you are together is the best place in the world.
If you like the idea of romance, a chateau surrounded by a lake and green fields, stone built cottages and water mills for accommodation, fabulous food and good, cheap wine then try Domaine des Etangs. They are situated near us in Limousin, S W France and I have written a hub about it. Not only do you benefit from all of the above, but they are skilled in organising weddings so will lighten that load.
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The best place to be on your honeymoon?Your recommendations must be from what you have experienced.
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Where is the best place to travel for a honeymoon on a budget?My girlfriend and I are getting married this July and have been back and forth on whether to take a honeymoon. We are paying for the wedding ourselves, and the budget for a honeymoon would only be about $500 (we might be able to...
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Where is the best place to go for honeymoon?
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What is the best place in the world to live?Is it the best place for you... or the best place, in general? Why?
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Best Place for Honeymoon in world?what would you suggest, where should i need to take my wife for our very first honeymoon
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IS INDIA the best place in the world?????????
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AP source: Warriors agree to deal with Anderson Varejao
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) The Golden State Warriors have agreed to a deal with center Anderson Varejao for the rest of the season.
A person with knowledge of the deal confirmed Sunday that Varejao will join the Warriors. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team had not announced the deal. Yahoo Sports first reported the move.
Varejao had spent all 12 seasons of his NBA career with Cleveland before being dealt last week to Portland in a three-team trade that sent Channing Frye from Orlando to the Cavaliers. The Trail Blazers cut the Brazilian, leaving him able to sign with any team.
With starting center Andrew Bogut nursing a strained right Achilles and backup Festus Ezeli out until at least late March with an injured left knee, the Warriors needed help at center.

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(During May/June I'll be migrating a series of posts from my old blog pikitiapress.blogspot.com.au. I'll be slipping a few amongst current posts with added notes and galleries.)
Maurice Bramley was born in New Plymouth, New Zealand on September 11th, 1898. Bramley migrated to Sydney in the 1920's and worked as a commercial illustrator for newspapers and magazines from the 1930's through to the 1950's. Bramley worked on a wide range of material from advertising campaigns, newspaper, book cover and pulp illustrations. Later he depicted Marvel superheroes on the covers of Australian reprints of titles like The Avengers, Dardevil and Strange Tales a few years after their first American appearances in. From the late fifties to the early seventies he worked in Australian comics including stints on war and western titles for Page Publications and Horwitz Publishing House.
Maurice Bramley illustrated comics
Daniel McKeown wrote about Bramley here and provides examples of his pulp and comic cover work.
In the fifties Bramley and his wife Dell lived in Tuross, New South Wale. The Tuross village website feature details of Bramley's career here.
Below are samples of his fifties illustrations for Pocket Book Storyteller Weekly.

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There are four Nancy Spains buried in Maple Grove Cemetery. Three are buried in the oldest portion of the cemetery, the part which was originally (and still remains referred to as Spain Cemetery). Burials started here in 1837, and continued until the 1960s with burials on very old family plots. Burial records only exist for the newer part of the cemetery area, referred to as "old" Maple Grove Cemetery and "the Gilbert Addition." Maple Grove Cemetery dates from 1890; the Gilbert Addition was added in the 1950s with the first burial there in the 1960s. There are about 4150 burials in the cemetery, not counting the burials in the Spain Cemetery portion.
Spain Cemetery was established shortly after the earliest pioneers arrived from Virginia, most of whom originated in Dinwiddie County. Many of these early settlers were Quakers, members of the Society of Friends. There are more than 211 Spains buried in the cemetery complex.
Unfortunately, Census records across the US did not record the names of females until the 1850 Census. You might want to try to find her listed in the census for Champaign County in 1850, and 1860. You might also attempt to find a marriage record for her and Audas in Champaign County during the appropriate time period. Some times these early marriages were recorded in county records; sometimes they were not. Death records were not required to be maintained until much later in the County's history. The clerk of the Probate Court at Champaign County Courthouse, 200 North Main Street, Urbana, Ohio 43078 (phone 937-484-1028 might be able to assist you in a search. There is a charge for copies of documents found.
All of the official burial records for Spain Cemetery have been lost for years. Information on burials there has been gleaned from existing, readable memorial stones by volunteer readers. I have the most up to date information from this source. Burial records via the local funeral home, dating back to 1892, are in my possession, but nothing from farther back in history.
The records for Maple Grove Cemetery, as contained in the original record books from 1890 - present day, are incomplete. I transcribed the original records in the summer of 2009, creating a digital database which is stored on my computer, and on the computer which I donated to the Rush Township trustees (in North Lewisburg). During the history of the cemetery, there were at least three sextons/caretakers who could neither read nor write. As a result, some individual burial records are incomplete with missing Christian names, dates of burial, mispellings of last names, etc. I also took over 7000 photographs of memorial stones. For the past year, I have been linking photos with the transcribed data, and supplementing this with additional information from funeral home records, obituary records, and news articles in area newspapers during the period. I probably have the most complete record of burials at Maple Grove Cemetery to be found anywhere.
There are the three Nancy Spain listings:
Nancy Spain, born 9 May 1775 - died 9 Oct 1841: no other information is available. - gleaned from an old transcript
Nancy A. Spain, born 1780 - died 23 Oct 1867: no other information is available. - gleaned from an old transcript
Nancy M. Spain, born 14 Jun 1787 - died 23 Feb 1848: no other information is available. - gleaned from an old transcript
It is a possibility that your Nancy Audas is the second name listed here. The Audas family was prominent in the area through the 1870s. A current street in North Lewisburg is Audas Street, which connects with East Street at the location of the now non-existant railroad crossing, and extends to the north.
There are no Audas burials in Maple Grove Cemetery. There are two known Audas burials in Butcher Cemetery, which is located on the west side of North Lewisburg, within the corporation limits, near Spain Creek. These are:
Wife of William
• June 9, 1809
September 8, 1846
(earliest known burial)
37 yrs. 3 mos. 2 days
December 5, 1800
March 31, 1867
(Nixon & Bolton page 99)
The Champaign County Genealogical Library, 1060 Scioto Street, Urbana, Ohio 43078, phone 937-653-3811, is a repository for microfilms of newspapers from the 1830s to the present day. You might attempt to locate an obituary for Nancy A. Spain by reviewing the newspaper which were in circulation at the approximate time of her death. The volunteers at the genealogical library have created an extensive obituary card file which also might be a source for information in attempting to ascertain if her maiden name was Audas.
I hope this information helps you in your search for Nancy Audas.
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PRESS RELEASE – It was a bittersweet Saturday for Guam’s U16 Women’s national football team, falling to Chinese Taipei 9-0 in a dead rubber match of the AFC U16 Women’s Championship Group D qualifier at the Guam Football Association National Training Center.
Even with the loss, Guam’s 1-0 win over Hong Kong Tuesday, coupled with Chinese Taipei’s 7-0 win over Hong Kong Thursday, secured the home team’s spot in the next round of the tournament to be played in November 2013. The top two teams from each group advances to the next round.
“We know we need to train hard – we need to improve on the little things, the details of the game,” said Guam head coach Kristin Thompson in a post-match press conference. “We’re going to be facing teams way harder than Chinese Taipei in the next round. I know the girls can do it – from here on, they just need to be more disciplined, they need to learn their weaknesses and get them to be their strengths, and also to capitalize on their (current) strengths.”
In other qualifiers around Asia, Bahrain and Jordan knocked out Palestine in the three-team Group A qualifier to move on to the next round. In Group C, Australia already has two wins and cannot finish lower than second place, thus earning its berth in the next round. Other teams still vying for spots in the next round are Thailand and Myanmar, both in Group C, as well as four countries in Group B – Sri Lanka, Iran, India and Uzbekistan. Group B matches were postponed to the end of the month due to inclement weather conditions in host country Sri Lanka.
“I’m so happy that I could contribute goals (in the win),” Pan said through a translator. “I’m so happy to be part of this team – everyone just played so well in this tournament. We still made some mistakes – we hope to improve in technique and skill for future matches. Overall, I’m just happy for our wins in Guam.”
The venue for the next round of the AFC U16 Women’s Championship has not yet been determined. Both teams have about 12 months to prepare for the next round, which will be crucial against teams more experienced in the region. Chinese Taipei’s head coach Chen Ya-Ling is not allowing her team to gain a false sense of security moving on to the next round, she said.
“We will work on the organization of the team first,” said Chen through a translator. “We’d like to increase our speed as well because in the next round of the competition, the teams we will play will be really strong.”
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As well as responding to ongoing emergencies, recovery operations are ongoing in communities across Rhondda Cynon Taf following the damage and disruption caused by Storm Dennis, and the yellow weather warning which has seen further heavy rainfall overnight and into this morning.
The Council’s Major Incident Recovery Board today met for the second time this week and provided an update on the situation across the County which has seen an approximate combined 1,000 homes and businesses being significantly impacted by flooding. The Council has previously announced the release of £1m in reserves to support the recovery operation, and a further £500,000 has now been agreed to enhance this.
In response to the flooding, the Council has announced the creation of a Community Flood Recovery Grant – Hardship Payment, which is making £500 available to residents and £1,000 to eligible small and medium sized high street businesses affected by internal flooding from Storm Dennis. The Council has allocated these amounts as the loss of businesses could have a wider impact in terms of job losses.
Residents must notify the Council if they have been affected by internal flooding by completing the dedicated e-form. This will help inform the Council of your situation and also enable us to process both your application for financial assistance and free collections of household goods.
Residents and businesses can access the e-form here: https://forms.rctcbc.gov.uk/en/Web/floodingassistance/startnew
Staff, Senior Officers and Elected Members from the Council have been working around the clock since the weekend with support from contractors, partner organisations, Natural Resources Wales, neighbouring Local Authorities and the emergency services - with most of the affected areas now identified and seeing staff on-site.
In addition, a number of Council assets – including the Ty Glantaf depot, over 20 vehicles, and several bridges and structures including the M&S Bridge in Pontypridd and Castle Inn Bridge (Treforest) all suffering significant damage. The National Lido of Wales, Lido Ponty, has also been extensively damaged in the wider flooding of Ynysangharad War Memorial Park which remains closed for the foreseeable future.
At the meeting, a number of key developments were highlighted:
- The Council’s Contact Centre dealt with 533 weather-related contacts between 5pm yesterday (February 19) and 12pm today (February 20), with over 400 e-forms submitted.
- Currently supporting around 20 families into temporary accommodation and continuing to support families affected, including those who have been advised that they cannot stay in their own homes.
- 470 homes have been door-knocked by Council staff who are collating information and providing advice and assistance, and teams were deployed in Hirwaun, Bryncynon, Treorchy, Pontypridd, Blaenllechau, Ynysybwl and Pentre.
- Contacted all known affected businesses and have teams of staff out to assist with the completion of forms.
Leader of the Council and Chair of the Major Incident Recovery Board, Councillor Andrew Morgan, said: “The weather over the past five days has seen the County Borough face its biggest emergency since Rhondda Cynon Taf was formed, with unprecedented levels of damage to communities and businesses in all constituent areas.
“The sheer volume of rain saw Hirwaun and Maerdy record the highest levels in Wales. All three of our rivers – Rhondda, Cynon and Taff – also broke records, with some going back 41 years, and this contributed to a major incident being declared in the early hours of Sunday morning.
“Despite our best preparations, the enormity of the impact means that our resources are still being stretched to the limit in providing relief and support to both residents and businesses, with our staff and contractors working around the clock. I’d like to thank the efforts of all those involved in the recovery operation, and also thank local businesses and our communities who have pulled together and offered each other support in the most difficult of times.
“I have today been in discussions with the Leader of Cardiff Council asking for additional support in supplying staff, gully-emptying vehicles and road sweepers under our Mutual Aid Agreements.
“I have also agreed the release of a further £500,000 of emergency funds to support the ongoing immediate works across the County.
“With so many homes and businesses affected by internal flooding, we are urging all residents to let us know if you have been affected by filling in the dedicated e-form on the Council’s website – this will help us to build a comprehensive picture of the communities that have been impacted and will also enable us to provide funding to the eligible residents and businesses.
“The recovery operation is continuing to be an absolute priority for the Council and I’d like to thank residents for their cooperation whilst we continue to reach all of those who have suffered from the flooding.”
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The concert is open to the public free of charge and will be held in Colton Recital Hall of the Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts on The University of South Dakota campus.
The trio members are on the faculty of the Department of Music and include John Thomson, violin, Marie-Elaine Gagnon, cello and Susan Keith Gray, piano. The concert will include works by Beethoven, Joaquin Turina and Clara Schumann.
Founded in 1987, the Rawlins Piano Trio performs regularly throughout the United States and abroad, including prestigious concert series, television and radio broadcasts, appearances at conferences and educational outreach to young audiences. In 2004 and again in 2006, the trio made successful concert and teaching tours throughout Taiwan.
The trio has formed a reputation as a preeminent interpreter of 19th and early 20th century American music and has recorded three CDs of these works on the Albany Records label.
For information call the USD Music Department at (605) 677-5274.


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Nov 21, 2018
Romaine Lettuce Update From FDA
Romaine lettuce from certain parts of California should still be avoided.
The US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) released new guidance yesterday as an update on the recent ban on Romaine lettuce sales following the outbreak of E.coli O157:H7.
The FDA is now allowing sales of Romaine lettuce harvested on or after November 23rd from areas outside the central coast growing regions of Central and Northern California. Permitted areas include the Imperial Valley and other desert growing regions in California, as well as Yuma, Arizona and Mexico. Hydroponic and greenhouse-grown Romaine from any region may also be sold, served and consumed. Note: Any Romaine lettuce harvested prior to November 23rd must be discarded by the restaurant.
The new FDA guidance requires that packages of Romaine lettuce include information about the date of harvest and the growing region. Retailers must include signage to inform customers that the Romaine lettuce was sourced from areas outside of the recall zones.
However, restaurants and foodservice establishments are considered end-users and aren't required to display signage, but must still verify that Romaine lettuce being served was sourced from approved areas. Restaurant operators should be prepared to answer questions from concerned customers.
The following more detailed information is directly from the FDA statement:
If consumers, retailers, and food service facilities are unable to identify that romaine lettuce products are not affected – which means determining that the products were grown outside the California regions that appear to be implicated in the current outbreak investigation—we urge that these products not be purchased, or if purchased, be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.
Romaine lettuce that was harvested outside of the Central Coast growing regions of northern and central California does not appear to be related to the current outbreak. Hydroponically- and greenhouse-grown romaine also does not appear to be related to the current outbreak. There is no recommendation for consumers or retailers to avoid using romaine harvested from these sources.

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Fuel Up to Play 60 Tailgate and Dance
- Kim Slaughter, Llano Elementary School
Dairy MAX, the National Dairy Council and the National Football League in coordination with Llano Elementary School present Fuel Up to Play 60, which is a program that motivates students and their schools to make wellness a priority. Fuel Up to Play 60 combines the excitement of the NFL with challenges that give students the opportunity to make healthy changes that could last a lifetime. Students are motivated to “get active and play” for 60 minutes daily and to “fuel up” with critical nutrient-rich foods. A tail-gate party was held before the game and door prizes and fun activities were held to promote families to have fun being active and fit.


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By Hugo Dante
ABA Economic Research Associate
Policymakers have recently voiced concerns over bank branch closures and the effect they could have on low-income at-risk communities. Banks serve a critical role providing the financial lifeblood for their communities. While banks have begun to shift branch strategies to face technological, economic and demographic changes, they continue to take this responsibility seriously. Despite concerns focused on low-income communities, the vast majority of branch closures have occurred in upper- and middle-income neighborhoods and urban areas. In fact, many banks, particularly community banks, are opening more branches on net than they are closing.
From 2013 to 2018 (the earliest available Community Reinvestment Act designations for census tracts on S&P SNL) 16,371 bank branches were closed. Several factors have contributed to this trend—primarily changes in demographics and consumer preferences. Most notably, Americans are leaving rural areas for booming metro areas and their suburbs.
Moreover, technological advancements have changed the way consumers interact with banks. A recent survey found that 7 in 10 Americans use a mobile device to manage their bank account at least once per month, and 46 percent do so more than three times a month. Adoption is particularly strong among the tech savvy millennial generation. As millennials overtake baby boomers as the largest generation, particularly in urban areas, banks must adapt to higher demands for flexible, instant and increasingly internet and mobile based financial services.
The vast majority (76 percent) of bank branch closings have occurred in middle- and upper-income census tracts. Furthermore, nearly 94 percent of closures have taken place in urban or suburban census tracts. Low income branch closings represent only 5 percent of all bank branch closings. Of those closures that do take place in low-income areas, 99.5 percent have occurred in urban or suburban areas.
Few branch closures take place in rural areas, with rural closings representing only 6 percent of all closings and mostly in middle- and upper-income tracts. In fact, between 2013 and 2018, only five bank branches closed in rural low-income census tracts. Banks take very seriously their responsibility to serve low-income communities and do so well today. In fact, 99 percent of all low-income census tracts are within driving or commuting distance (defined as 10 miles for rural or suburban tracts and two miles for urban tracts) of a bank branch.
Branch closures should not be confused with fewer banking services. As consumer preferences change, banks must adapt, including providing convenient access to expanded services through digital channels. While banks today are rethinking how best to deliver services to their customers, the service offerings do not change and in fact have expanded to serve customers more conveniently.


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The Wabash Arts Corridor
3 September 2019
At 1000M, we are constantly seeking beauty. Lucky for us, it’s not that hard to find. Just around the corner from the location of our ultra-luxury condominium tower is a creative hub consisting of Chicago’s best and brightest murals—the Wabash Arts Corridor.
Wabash Arts Corridor
The Wabash Arts Corridor has been painting Chicago’s South Loop with vibrancy since 2013. When Columbia College Chicago first conceived of the idea, they dreamed of utilizing available urban space to engage and inspire their students and the rest of the city too, making the South Loop a vital component of Chicago’s cultural scene.
Spanning Wabash Avenue from Roosevelt to Van Buren, the corridor has been able to do just that over the past several years. The area has an ever-growing number of large scale murals that truly activate the neighborhood, creating an inviting backdrop for restaurants, businesses and institutions to make their home in the South Loop.
Public Art For All
For the first time ever, starting this summer, the Wabash Arts Corridor began offering public walking tours. Every other Saturday, and one Thursday a month, locals and tourists alike are invited to collectively peruse the impressive expanse of murals and collaborative art that have breathed new life onto Wabash. The tours are ninety minutes long, covering the most popular and some of the lesser known public artwork in the area, sharing their backstories and inspiration.
The tour also maintains a focus on how the corridor came to be, and the numerous community stakeholders and local, national and international artists who played a role in helping the Wabash Arts Corridor to become one of the largest urban collections of art in a whirlwind amount of time.


Jeremy It’s not as a bad as beating your dog or eating a McDonald’s but I’m going to admit to road rage. Actually, it wasn’t so much road rage as ‘driveway‘ rage. I’m 50 years old and I should be over it but the Cascada got the better of me today.
Jessica and I were rushing to get on the road to Cornwall. The Cascada has a soft-top roof which folds into the boot and eats up on space when it is hidden away. For the mechanism to work, an internal boot liner has to be in place to ensure there is enough room for the roof to fit in.
This means you lose a large chunk of luggage area (100 litres out of 380 litres) but I packed what I could underneath the liner and threw the rest of our kit on the back seat. They it all went wrong when I pressed the one-touch button – and the roof refused to budge.
With my blood pressure soaring I checked the boot. Everything was in place so why wouldn’t it fold down? Then I had to find the right part of the manual to see what the problem might be. Manuals aren’t what they use to be, they are complicated and designed for the whole range of Cascadas, not just your model.
When this failed I went back to the boot and ripped all my luggage out, tossing it across the driveway. After repacked again, it worked. I still have no idea what the problem was but the effect was similar to a wasp sting.
The bigger point here is why does a folding soft-top have to fold into the boot? A folding hard-top needs the extra storage space for all that metal but if a tiny Mazda MX-5 can store a convertible top without touching boot space, why can’t a Vauxhall Cascada?


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Abuse and Violence Information for Teens
Health Tips About the Causes and Consequences of Abusive and Violent Behavior : Including Facts About the Types of Abuse and Violence, the Warning Signs of Abusive and Violent Behavior, Health Concerns of Victims, and Getting Help and Staying SafeBook - 2008
"Provides basic consumer health information for teens about risk factors, consequences, and prevention of various types of abuse and violence. Includes index, resource information and recommendations for further reading"--Provided by publisher.
Publisher: Detroit, MI : Omnigraphics, c2008.
Edition: 1st ed.
Characteristics: xiii, 411 p. ; 24 cm.

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Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Buddha with mark 1200 $ sold
Another precious Buddha statue of our collection. Here we offer a Chinese Buddha from the Qing Dynasty, 19th. century.
The body is gilded with fantastic signs of age. The clothes, the detailed parts of its head and the expression of its face are exquisite. Marked on the bottom!
Size: 9,6'' height. Bottom 5,75''-4,5''. Weight 4 lbs!
Huge Chinese Qing Bronze Guanyin with Xuande Mark 2500 $ sold
Large and heavy Chinese antique Bronze Guanyin buddha statue, Qing dynasty, c. 18th century. Really impressing. The Guanyin buddha is sitting on a lotus base, the clothes are so graceful and elegant and the details of the figure are magificent.
Good Xuande mark on the back.
Size: 15,1'' height, weight 15 lbs!!
Lopburi Siam Excavated Bronze Buddha in Bayon Style 395 $ already sold
This is a very nice and very old Buddha statue from Lopburi depicted with royal attire such as crown, ear rings, belt , necklace and more. The Buddha is sitting in a position of calling the earth to witness.
This statue was originally found in a property of Lopburi civilian which was buried under earth about 24 inches deep. The overall condition of the statue is very good, just only a few spots of oxidation reaction. No repairs. This is very nice proof of Siam and Khmer art in 13th - 14th century.
Size: 25cm height
Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Buddha marked 795 $
On offer is this exquisite old Chinese bronze Buddha, made in the early 19th century during Qing Dynasty.
Good expression, great details! Most of the original gilt is still conserved.
A real good addition to any Asian collection. Marked on the bottom.
Size: 8 3/4'' height, 2,8 lbs weight.
Tibeto-Chinese Bronze Temple Shakamuni Buddha 19th c. 650 $ already sold
19th century Qing Dynasty Tibeto Chinese Bronze Temple Shakamuni Buddha with fantastic atmosphere.
Good serene expression, rare style, with kanji letters on the back.
No repairs, good condition with little signs of age. Hollow inside.
Size: 11,6'' height, 6'' width, 2,09kg weight.
Chinese Qing Porcelain White Guanyin marked He Chaozong 1200 $
Up on offer is this white and wonderful large Qing Dynasty Porcelain Guanyin. Wearing a long robe, leaning left hand on a beast stand, marked on the back the master's name He Chaozong.
It is in good condition with only some traces of its age. No chips, no cracks.
Size: 12,5'' in height!! weight 2,6 kg

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Beyond the Horizon
“I wish I could give this beautiful book more stars! It is absolutely a Five Star Gold book! It is so well written and historical fiction at its finest!” Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
From bestselling author Ella Carey comes a sweeping story, inspired by true events, about the brave, forgotten female pilots who helped America win the Second World War. A story you will never forget and one that will always stay in your heart.
Sweetwater, Texas, 1943. With a devastating war taking the lives of the boys she grew up with and tearing families apart, Eva is determined to fight in any way she can. Leaving behind the man she’s loved in secret for years, she jumps at the chance to train with the Women’s Airforce Service Pilots and meets girls she knows will be friends for life. But on one dangerous flight, guided only by stars, everything goes wrong. When Eva awakes, her body is broken and her memory gone.
Los Angeles, 1977. Eva appears to be a normal married woman with a family to be proud of, but behind closed doors, her life is imploding. Every week for thirty years, Eva has written to her wartime friends, but has never heard back. Now she has just discovered that her husband Jack has been lying to her for decades. He has never mailed a single one of her letters, despite knowing that Eva is desperate to unearth the truth of her last flight.
Alone for the first time in her life, Eva travels to Washington, D.C. in search of answers. Even though every day brings a new terrifying flashback of fighting for her life and frantically trying to escape from a burning plane, she will stop at nothing. But the shocking truth will rewrite her past and change her future—is Eva ready to uncover her own, devastating secret?
Gripping and heartbreaking, fans of Rhys Bowen, My Name Is Eva and The Alice Network will be utterly enchanted.
This book was first published in 2019.
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“A moving, beautifully written novel about the amazing WASP during World War Two. True to life and packed full of emotion.” Soraya M. Lane, bestselling author of Wives of War
“Brilliantly portrays the life of female flyers in World War Two. Seeing what those brave women went through and how despicably they were treated should stir indignation in the heart of every reader!” Rhys Bowen, New York Times bestselling author of The Tuscan Child

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AT-KABUL: The Afghan security forces have retaken the control of Kohistan district of northern Faryab province last night (Tuesday night), after three days of being under wing of the Taliban insurgents.
“Afghan security and defense forces started retaken operation at 6:00pm local time—eventually, after three hours of battle, they (Afghan forces) captured the center of Kohistan district from Taliban insurgents,” said a statement issued by the Ministry of Defense (MoD) on Wednesday.
The ministry also informed of clearance operation that has been seriously going on in other parts of the district to perish militants. “The ongoing operation has been supporting by aerial forces,” the statement said, adding that so far 23 Taliban fighters were killed in Kohistan district.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Interior (MoI) too confirmed the retaken of the district from Taliban insurgent’s control.
The MoI in a statement said that heavy casualties have been incurred to the Taliban insurgent during retaken operation.
It is worth mentioning that Kohistan, and Taywara districts of western Ghor province collapse to the Taliban in one day after clashes with Afghan security force. Kohistan retaken, however the fate of Taywara is still in looms. According to provincial officials, Taywara district fallen to the Taliban after the insurgents massively attached on the district that forced security force to tactically retreat.
The annoying news is that the Taliban insurgents killed dozens of doctors and patients after capturing Taywara district, and also torched district hospital. Provincial police spokesman, Mohammad Iqbal Nezami told Afghanistan Times that Taliban opened fire at local people during capturing Taywara district and killed 22 civilians, including doctors, patients and students.
He furthered that Taliban insurgents created horror situation in district as they (Taliban) torched houses of people cooperating with the government. The control of Taywara district has to regain just like Kohistan district of Faryab province, because the residents suffered a lot at hands of Taliban insurgents.


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Camping is a wonderful way to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in nature. However, it doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice comfort while enjoying the great outdoors. With a few tips and tricks, you can have a comfortable camping experience that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. In this article, we will guide you through various ways to enhance your camping experience, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable trip.
Choose the Right Gear
Investing in quality camping gear is essential for a comfortable outdoor experience. A well-insulated sleeping bag, a good quality tent with ample ventilation, and a comfortable sleeping pad are a few essentials to consider. Look for gear that suits your needs and preferences, ensuring it is durable and weather-resistant.
Create a Cozy Sleeping Area
A good night’s sleep is crucial for an enjoyable camping trip. Prepare a cozy sleeping area by adding extra cushioning with foam mattress toppers or sleeping pads. Additionally, consider investing in a camping pillow that provides neck support and optimal comfort.
Dressing appropriately for camping is not just about fashion; it’s about staying comfortable in various weather conditions. Layering is key to be prepared for fluctuating temperatures. Start with a moisture-wicking base layer, add insulating layers, and top it off with a waterproof and breathable outer shell. Don’t forget to pack extra socks and a hat to protect yourself from cold temperatures.
Keep Your Food Fresh
One of the joys of camping is enjoying delicious meals in the great outdoors. To keep your food fresh and enjoyable, invest in a good quality cooler or a portable camping fridge. Use frozen water bottles instead of loose ice to avoid soggy food. Organize your meals in advance and pack them in airtight containers to prevent spoilage and make cooking and cleaning hassle-free.
Create a Comfortable Seating Area
Sitting by the campfire or enjoying the serenity of nature during the day is much more enjoyable when you have a comfortable seating area. Pack camping chairs or lightweight foldable stools to provide a cozy place to relax and socialize. Adding seat cushions or portable hammocks can further enhance your comfort and relaxation.
Bring Adequate Lighting
Adequate lighting is essential for camping comfort, especially during the night. Pack headlamps or flashlights for ease of movement in the dark. Hanging string lights around your campsite can create a cozy ambiance while also ensuring safety. Don’t forget to bring spare batteries to avoid running out of power.
Make Campfire Cooking Easier
Cooking over a campfire can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging. To make it easier, consider investing in camping cookware designed for outdoor use. Cast iron pans and Dutch ovens are sturdy and retain heat well. Prepare and pre-cook some meals at home to reduce cooking time and make campfire cooking more enjoyable.
Stay Clean and Hygienic
Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene is important even when camping. Pack biodegradable soap, toiletries, and a portable shower to keep yourself clean. Use wet wipes for quick clean-ups and always dispose of waste properly to minimize environmental impact. Don’t forget to bring a waterproof bag for dirty laundry to keep things organized and odor-free.
Lastly, remember to embrace and respect nature while camping. Leave no trace behind by properly disposing of trash and following campground regulations. Take time to appreciate the beauty of your surroundings, go on hikes, and immerse yourself in the natural wonders around you. The more connected you feel to nature, the more fulfilling your camping experience will be.
Q: What kind of camping gear do I need?
A: Essential camping gear includes a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, cooking equipment, camping chairs, appropriate clothing, and lighting sources.
Q: How can I stay warm during cold nights?
A: To stay warm, layer your clothing, use a well-insulated sleeping bag, bring extra blankets, and consider using a tent heater if necessary.
Q: Are there any safety precautions I should take while camping?
A: Yes, it’s important to follow safety guidelines such as properly extinguishing campfires, storing food away from campsites, and being prepared for emergency situations with a first aid kit and necessary supplies.


Great Observatories program
NASA's series of Great Observatories satellites are four large, powerful space-based astronomical telescopes launched between 1990 and 2003. They were built with different technology to examine specific wavelength/energy regions of the electromagnetic spectrum: gamma rays, X-rays, visible and ultraviolet light, and infrared light.
- The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) primarily observes visible light and near-ultraviolet. It was launched in 1990 aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery during STS-31. In 1997 the STS-82 servicing mission added capability in the near-infrared range, and in 2009 the STS-125 mission fixed the telescope and extended its projected service life.
- The Compton Gamma Ray Observatory (CGRO) primarily observed gamma rays, though it extended into hard x-rays as well. It was launched in 1991 aboard Atlantis during STS-37 and was de-orbited in 2000 after a gyroscope failed.
- The Chandra X-ray Observatory (CXO) primarily observes soft X-rays. It was launched in 1999 aboard Columbia during STS-93 into an elliptical high-Earth orbit, and was initially named the Advanced X-ray Astronomical Facility (AXAF).
- The Spitzer Space Telescope (SST) observed the infrared spectrum. It was launched in 2003 aboard a Delta II rocket into an Earth-trailing solar orbit. Depletion of its liquid helium coolant in 2009 reduced its functionality, leaving it with only two short-wavelength imaging modules. It was removed from service and placed into safe-mode on January 30, 2020.
The Hubble Space Telescope and Chandra X-ray Observatory continue to operate as of April 2022.
Hubble was originally intended to be retrieved and returned to Earth by the Space Shuttle, but the retrieval plan was later abandoned. On 31 October 2006, NASA Administrator Michael D. Griffin gave the go-ahead for a final refurbishment mission. The 11-day STS-125 mission by Space Shuttle Atlantis, launched on 11 May 2009, installed fresh batteries, replaced all gyroscopes, replaced a command computer, fixed several instruments, and installed the Wide Field Camera 3 and the Cosmic Origins Spectrograph.
One of the three gyroscopes on the Compton Gamma Ray Observatory failed in December 1999. Although the observatory was fully functional with two gyroscopes, NASA judged that failure of a second gyroscope would result in inability to control the satellite during its eventual return to Earth due to orbital decay. NASA chose instead to preemptively de-orbit Compton on 4 June 2000. Parts that survived reentry splashed into the Pacific Ocean.
Spitzer was the only one of the Great Observatories not launched by the Space Shuttle. It was originally intended to be so launched, but after the Challenger disaster, the Centaur LH2/LOX upper stage that would have been required to push it into a heliocentric orbit was banned from Shuttle use. Titan and Atlas launch vehicles were canceled for cost reasons. After redesign and lightening, it was launched by a Delta II launch vehicle instead. It was called the Space Infrared Telescope Facility (SIRTF) before launch.
History of the program
Hubble Space Telescope
The history of the Hubble Space Telescope can be traced back to 1946, when the astronomer Lyman Spitzer wrote the paper Astronomical advantages of an extraterrestrial observatory. Spitzer devoted much of his career to pushing for a space telescope.
The 1966–1972 Orbiting Astronomical Observatory missions demonstrated the important role space-based observations could play in astronomy. In 1968, NASA developed firm plans for a space-based reflecting telescope with a 3-meter mirror, known provisionally as the Large Orbiting Telescope or Large Space Telescope (LST), with a launch slated for 1979. Congress eventually approved funding of US$36 million for 1978, and the design of the LST began in earnest, aiming for a launch date of 1983. During the early 1980s, the telescope was named after Edwin Hubble.
Gamma ray program
Gamma rays had been examined above the atmosphere by several early space missions. During its High Energy Astronomy Observatory Program in 1977, NASA announced plans to build a "great observatory" for gamma-ray astronomy. The Gamma Ray Observatory (GRO), renamed Compton Gamma-Ray Observatory (CGRO), was designed to take advantage of the major advances in detector technology during the 1980s. Following 14 years of effort, the CGRO was launched on 5 April 1991.
Chandra X-ray Observatory history
In 1976 the Chandra X-ray Observatory (called AXAF at the time) was proposed to NASA by Riccardo Giacconi and Harvey Tananbaum. Preliminary work began the following year at Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) and the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (SAO). In the meantime, in 1978, NASA launched the first imaging X-ray telescope, Einstein Observatory (HEAO-2), into orbit. Work continued on the Chandra project through the 1980s and 1990s. In 1992, to reduce costs, the spacecraft was redesigned. Four of the twelve planned mirrors were eliminated, as were two of the six scientific instruments. Chandra's planned orbit was changed to an elliptical one, reaching one third of the way to the Moon's at its farthest point. This eliminated the possibility of improvement or repair by the Space Shuttle but put the observatory above the Earth's radiation belts for most of its orbit.
By the early 1970s, astronomers began to consider the possibility of placing an infrared telescope above the obscuring effects of atmosphere of Earth. Most of the early concepts, envisioned repeated flights aboard the NASA Space Shuttle. This approach was developed in an era when the Shuttle program was presumed to be capable of supporting weekly flights of up to 30 days duration. In 1979, a National Research Council of the National Academy of Sciences report, A Strategy for Space Astronomy and Astrophysics for the 1980s, identified a Shuttle Infrared Telescope Facility (SIRTF) as "one of two major astrophysics facilities [to be developed] for Spacelab," a Shuttle-borne platform.
The launch of the Infrared Astronomical Satellite, an Explorer-class satellite designed to conduct the first infrared survey of the sky led to anticipation of an instrument using new infrared detector technology. By September 1983, NASA was considering the "possibility of a long duration [free-flyer] SIRTF mission". The 1985 Spacelab-2 flight aboard STS-51-F confirmed the Shuttle environment was not well suited to an onboard infrared telescope, and a free-flying design was better. The first word of the name was changed from Shuttle so it would be called the Space Infrared Telescope Facility.
Great Observatory origin
The concept of a Great Observatory program was first proposed in the 1979 NRC report "A Strategy for Space Astronomy and Astrophysics for the 1980s". This report laid the essential groundwork for the Great Observatories and was chaired by Peter Meyer (through June 1977) and then by Harlan J. Smith (through publication). In the mid-1980s, it was further advanced by all of the astrophysics Division Directors at NASA headquarters, including Frank Martin and Charlie Pellerin. NASA's "Great Observatories" program used four separate satellites, each designed to cover a different part of the spectrum in ways which terrestrial systems could not. This perspective enabled the proposed X-ray and InfraRed observatories to be appropriately seen as a continuation of the astronomical program begun with Hubble and CGRO rather than competitors or replacements. [Another citation for this paragraph should be two explanatory documents published by NASA and created for the NASA Astrophysics Division, then led by Charie Pellerin, and the NASA Astrophysics Management Working Group in the 1980s. Both are titled The Great Observatories for Space Astrophysics; the first bears NASA document number 21M585 and the second is NP-128. Now hard to find, they laid out the rationale for the suite of observatories and questions that could be addressed across the spectrum. They had an important role in the campaign to win and sustain approval for the four telescopes. Co-authors were astrophysicist Martin Harwit and writer Valerie Neal, working in collaboration with a larger group of scientists in the mentioned Working Group.]
Each observatory was designed to push the state of technology in its intended wavelength region. Since the Earth's atmosphere prevents X-rays, gamma-rays and far-infrared radiation from reaching the ground, space missions were essential for the Compton, Chandra and Spitzer observatories.
Hubble also benefits from being above the atmosphere, as the atmosphere blurs ground-based observations of very faint objects, decreasing spatial resolution (however brighter objects can be imaged in much higher resolution than by Hubble from the ground using astronomical interferometers or adaptive optics). Larger, ground-based telescopes have only recently matched Hubble in resolution for near-infrared wavelengths of faint objects. Being above the atmosphere eliminates the problem of airglow, allowing Hubble to make observations of ultrafaint objects. Ground-based telescopes cannot compensate for airglow on ultrafaint objects, and so very faint objects require unwieldy and inefficient exposure times. Hubble can also observe at ultraviolet wavelengths which do not penetrate the atmosphere.
Compton observed in gamma rays, which do not penetrate the lower atmosphere. It was much larger than any gamma-ray instruments flown on the previous HEAO missions, opening entirely new areas of observation. It had four instruments covering the 20 keV to 30 GeV energy range, which complemented each other's sensitivities, resolutions, and fields of view. Gamma rays are emitted by various high-energy and high-temperature sources, such as black holes, pulsars, and supernovae.
Chandra similarly had no ground predecessors. It followed the three NASA HEAO Program satellites, notably the highly successful Einstein Observatory, which was the first to demonstrate the power of grazing-incidence, focusing X-ray optics, giving spatial resolution an order of magnitude better than collimated instruments (comparable to optical telescopes), with an enormous improvement in sensitivity. Chandra's large size, high orbit, and sensitive CCDs allowed observations of very faint X-ray sources.
Spitzer also observes at wavelength largely inaccessible to ground telescopes. It was preceded in space by NASA's smaller IRAS mission and European Space Agency (ESA)'s large ISO telescope. Spitzer's instruments took advantage of the rapid advances in infrared detector technology since IRAS, combined with its large aperture, favorable fields of view, and long life. Science returns have been accordingly outstanding. Infrared observations are necessary for very distant astronomical objects where all the visible light is redshifted to infrared wavelengths, for cool objects which emit little visible light, and for regions optically obscured by dust.
All four telescopes have had a substantial impact on astronomy. The opening up of new wavebands to high resolution, high sensitivity observations by the Compton, Chandra and Spitzer has revolutionized our understanding of a wide range of astronomical objects, and has led to the detection of thousands of new, interesting objects. Hubble has had a much larger public and media impact than the other telescopes, although at optical wavelengths Hubble has provided a more modest improvement in sensitivity and resolution over existing instruments. Hubble's capability for uniform high-quality imaging of any astronomical object at any time has allowed accurate surveys and comparisons of large numbers of astronomical objects. The Hubble Deep Field observations have been very important for studies of distant galaxies, as they provide rest-frame ultraviolet images of these objects with a similar number of pixels across the galaxies as previous ultraviolet images of closer galaxies, allowing direct comparison. The James Webb Space Telescope will provide an even greater step forward, providing rest-frame visible light images of even more distant galaxies which can be directly compared with images of nearby galaxies at visible light wavelengths.
Aside from inherent mission capabilities (particularly sensitivities, which cannot be replicated by ground observatories), the Great Observatories program allows missions to interact for greater science return. Different objects shine in different wavelengths, but training two or more observatories on an object allows a deeper understanding.
High-energy studies (in X-rays and gamma rays) have had only moderate imaging resolutions so far. Studying X-ray and gamma-ray objects with Hubble, as well as Chandra and Compton, gives accurate size and positional data. In particular, Hubble's resolution can often discern whether the target is a standalone object, or part of a parent galaxy, and if a bright object is in the nucleus, arms, or halo of a spiral galaxy. Similarly, the smaller aperture of Spitzer means that Hubble can add finer spatial information to a Spitzer image.
Ultraviolet studies with Hubble also reveal the temporal states of high-energy objects. X-rays and gamma rays are harder to detect with current technologies than visible and ultraviolet. Therefore, Chandra and Compton needed long integration times to gather enough photons. However, objects which shine in X-rays and gamma rays can be small, and can vary on timescales of minutes or seconds. Such objects then call for followup with Hubble or the Rossi X-ray Timing Explorer, which can measure details in angular seconds or fractions of a second, due to different designs. Rossi's last full year of operation was 2011.
The ability of Spitzer to see through dust and thick gases is good for galactic nuclei observations. Massive objects at the hearts of galaxies shine in X-rays, gamma rays, and radio waves, but infrared studies into these clouded regions can reveal the number and positions of objects.
Hubble, meanwhile, has neither the field of view nor the available time to study all interesting objects. Worthwhile targets are often found with ground telescopes, which are cheaper, or with smaller space observatories, which are sometimes expressly designed to cover large areas of the sky. Also, the other three Great Observatories have found interesting new objects, which merit diversion of Hubble.
One example of observatory synergy is Solar System and asteroid studies. Small bodies, such as small moons and asteroids, are too small and/or distant to be directly resolved even by Hubble; their image appears as a diffraction pattern determined by brightness, not size. However, the minimum size can be deduced by Hubble through knowledge of the body's albedo. The maximum size can be determined by Spitzer through knowledge of the body's temperature, which is largely known from its orbit. Thus, the body's true size is bracketed. Further spectroscopy by Spitzer can determine the chemical composition of the object's surface, which limits its possible albedos, and therefore sharpens the low size estimate.
At the opposite end of the cosmic distance ladder, observations made with Hubble, Spitzer and Chandra have been combined in the Great Observatories Origins Deep Survey to yield a multi-wavelength picture of galaxy formation and evolution in the early Universe.
- Late 1991: Operation of both Hubble and Compton
- Late 1999: Operation of Hubble, Compton, and Chandra
- Mid 2000: Operation of Hubble and Chandra
- Late 2003: Operation of Hubble, Chandra, and Spitzer
- Early 2020: Operation of Hubble and Chandra
When great observatories worked together to make special discoveries or observations:
Reported in March 2016, Spitzer and Hubble were used to discover the most distant-known galaxy, GN-z11. This object was seen as it appeared 13.4 billion years ago. (List of the most distant astronomical objects)
Successors to GO instruments
- James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) — previously known as the NGST (Next Generation Space Telescope) launched in December 2021, and will work simultaneously with Hubble until its mission ends. Its segmented, deployable mirror will be over twice as wide, increasing angular resolution noticeably, and sensitivity dramatically. Unlike Hubble, JWST will observe in the infrared, in order to penetrate dust at cosmological distances. This means it will continue some Spitzer capabilities, while some Hubble capabilities will be lost in the visible and especially the ultraviolet wavelengths. JWST will exceed Spitzer's performance in near-infrared, and the European Space Agency's Herschel Space Observatory, operational from 2009 to 2013, has exceeded Spitzer in the far-infrared. The SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy) airborne platform observes in near- and mid-infrared. SOFIA has a larger aperture than Spitzer, but lower relative sensitivity.
- The Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope, formerly GLAST, the Gamma Ray Large Area Space Telescope, is a follow-on to Compton launched on 11 June 2008. GLAST is more narrowly defined, and much smaller; it will carry only one main instrument and a secondary experiment. Other missions, such as HETE-2, launched in 2000, and Swift, launched in 2004, will complement GLAST. The Reuven Ramaty High Energy Solar Spectroscopic Imager (RHESSI), launched in 2002, observes in some Compton and Chandra wavelengths, but is pointed at the Sun at all times. Occasionally it observes high-energy objects which happen to be in the view around the Sun.
- Another large, high-energy observatory is INTEGRAL, Europe's INTErnational Gamma Ray Astrophysics Laboratory, launched in 2002. It observes in similar frequencies to Compton. INTEGRAL uses a fundamentally different telescope technology, coded-aperture masks. Thus, its capabilities are complementary to Compton and Fermi.
- The Beyond Einstein program will seek to develop new areas of science. Constellation-X and the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA) have been referred to by NASA as the Einstein Great Observatories, to differentiate them from the current generation. However, they are not a part of the Great Observatories program.
- The International Solar-Terrestrial Physics Science Initiative (ISTP), in the spirit of the Great Observatories program, is a group of instruments to study the Sun and related electromagnetic phenomena near Earth.
Next Great Observatory
In 2016, NASA began considering four different Flagship space telescopes, they are the Habitable Exoplanet Imaging Mission (HabEx), Large UV Optical Infrared Surveyor (LUVOIR), Origins Space Telescope (OST), and Lynx X-ray Observatory. In 2019, the four teams will turn their final reports over to the National Academy of Sciences, whose independent Decadal Survey committee advises NASA on which mission should take top priority. Selection would take place in 2021, and launch approximately in 2035.
- Beyond Einstein program
- Herschel Space Telescope (Far infrared space observatory, 2009–2013)
- List of space telescopes
Notes and references
- ^ "NASA Updates Space Shuttle Target Launch Dates". NASA. Retrieved 22 May 2008.
- ^ Boyle, Alan (31 October 2006). "NASA gives green light to Hubble rescue". NBC News. Retrieved 10 January 2007.
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- ^ Spitzer, L., REPORT TO PROJECT RAND: Astronomical Advantages of an Extra-Terrestrial Observatory, reprinted in Astronomy Quarterly volume 7, p. 131, 1990
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Great song. This is one of the songs that you should put on and listen to before a football, baseball, hockey, or basketball game to get you pumped up. The intro is spectacular. Deserves higher on this list
Take a look to the sky just before you die - it's the last time you will!
Kids should not be aloud to vote on this list period. Mustang is breathtaking
I love this Megadeth song
This is a great metal song to be in top 5
This song should at least be in the top ten. So many catchy riffs, a song where Dave Mustaine's vocals actually work, and so many mind blowing guitar solos to count. what people?V 1 Comment
HELL BENT, HELL BENT FOR LEATHER!
Why does everybody like crap like Avenged Sevenfold when they could listen to the last good thrash metal album ever produced?
The anthem of confusion ridden angst! Definitely top ten for the solo.
GREATEST SOLO IN HISTORY - IronMainiac666
The Young brothers doing' serious, musically excellent stuff! My favorite AC/DC track.
Best ac/dc song even satan himself likes this song
I AM A FAN OF AC/DC BUT IN THE 1ST POSITION, BACK IN BLACK
This isn't heavy metal this is hard rock. Shouldn't be on here therefore!V 2 Comments
Excellent example of what should be on this listV 2 Comments
Honestly, this song should be in the top 10. This masterpiece is a must for every metalhead. - Metal_Treasure
Quite literally one of the best (if not the best) metal solos ever.
This is a song that deserves a higher ranking
This is my favorite Avenged Sevenfold song
This song must be at least in top 20
There more words that can discribe A7x 's music... But I'll still I'll say awesome music awesome awesome awesome drums awesomenesst vocals awesome solo you kno gates is wondrfull at it... Lot more compition but still shuldd b ranked higher
This song isn't a heavy metal song. Not even hard rock. Its more likely a punk rock song. But the guitar riff style was quite a metal style. If you check the guitar cover then you'll see how Page used the E (low) string for the riff. Most metal guitarists use that style. But they play it faster and with more power (by holding the pick more firmly). - zxm
Whoever put this on here should've realised that this isn't a heavy metal song
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Plans to explore new rail links between south Wales and England announced
The UK and Welsh governments have announced a new study to improve transport links between the southeast of Wales and West of England
The £2.7 million study, funded by the UK Government, will look at options for new railway stations and rail services on the South Wales Main Line in order to reduce congestion on the M4.
Among the options being examined as part of the study, is the development of five brand new stations between Cardiff and Severn Tunnel.
The study follows Lord Peter Hendy’s recommendations from his review of transport connectivity in 2021, which highlighted the need to relieve M4 congestion.
Lee Waters MS, Wales’ Deputy Minister for Climate Change said: “This is a key step to tackle congestion around Newport and was one of the main recommendations of the Burns Commission, which was endorsed by Lord Peter Hendy’s Union Connectivity Review.
“The business case is compelling, and we are keen to make progress so that we can get more people onto South Wales Mainline trains, complementing Welsh Government’s investments in improving access to rail.”
UK Transport Minister, Richard Holden said: “Delivering better transport links is a vital part of how we transform opportunities for people from across the United Kingdom.
“That’s why I am so delighted that, working with the Welsh Government, we are getting the ball rolling on in-depth work to boost connectivity and drive growth.”
Lord Peter Hendy report also proposed reviewing the route connecting the north of Wales to the North West of England, better connectivity with HS2 and a package of railway improvements to increase connectivity and reduce journey times between Cardiff, Birmingham and beyond.
Welcoming the study, Secretary of State for Wales David TC Davies added: “Good transport connections between South Wales and Western England are essential for the economy in Wales, enabling businesses to grow and flourish and making life easier for people to travel for work and leisure.
“This funding from the UK Government is vital in exploring how best to relieve congestion across South Wales.
“I’m pleased to work with the Welsh Government on plans that could have a huge impact on the many thousands of people who use the transport network in South Wales every day.”
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All part of the plan is to make the south east corner a suburb of Bristol.
Well – they are working on making the north-east corner a suburb of Liverpool, so why not?
Knowing our Senedd mob’s ability to muck things up they’ll spend a fortune making it easier to travel from Bristol to Liverpool but you’ll still wait hours for a connection into any part of S.W or N.W of Wales. Absolutely bonkers.
….I didn’t know we had finished sorting out travel between Gogledd Cymru and De Cymru, I wish someone had said.
I bet the people in the valleys are happy though..hey? Now they’ve got cheap and sustainable travel opportunities linking them up with the more urbanised areas. The Senedd should trumpet these achievements more loudly I think. You know, don’t be afraid of being honest about solving problems like…oh what’s that? They HAVEN’T? …oh dear. Then one is forced to ask what the hell is this for then…other than what my fellow commenter Glen says?
Hello down there, is anybody listening…
I would suggest Undy and Magor for starters.
Not Magor, fool! Marshfield.
But then, I am old enough to remember when they were stations on this line.
Can we just get a north-south line PLEASE
Well various Senedd Government’s have spoken about this but that’s as far as it goes just hot air
So they intend to tie us down even more? The English wont be happy until they’ve absorbed the actual British people and state into their Fraud that they think is a British state, and the Welsh wont be happy until they’ve finished it for them.
This is a good thing but funding to improve rail (and wider transport links) shouldn’t be so dependent on if you can see England from point of improvement.
Again, Welsh people cannot rely on Westminster, it’s not our friend. We need to invest in ourselves, grow our own communities.
Lee Waters mentioned about tackling congestion around Newport is very much a contradiction as it’s his government that refused to build the M4 relief road.
The report also mentions increased rail connectivity between Cardiff and Birmingham yet no mention of a Birmingham to Swansea or West Wales service it seems that Wales stops at Cardiff.
The only positive news is more stations between Cardiff and Severn Tunnel as this would be of benefit to the people of the Southeast who commute to Bristol and believe you me these people are in large numbers.
Mr Waters works in mysterious ways his vision to create…
My new years resolution was not to mention Bypasses
No not really, only joking…’Peter’s Church’ otherwise known as Llanbedr…
It would be good to travel from mid Wales to the north or the south without going through England (Shrewsbury) – like in the olden days before the heart was ripped out of the Welsh network.
Moving more jobs out of Wales is it. While our own country lack decent public transport. Bristol already gets to much attention, what next big up Swindon
Are we surprised by this? They will never connect the North and South of Wales, imagine the strength we would gain if that would happen.
If David TC Davies thinks it’s a good idea I’m not sure it actually is.
I think if you look at all the replies to this people want Wales to be all connected up first before connecting to England.
Have they costed a tunnel from Swansea to North Devon?
What about improvements to North – South travel first?? This is all part of a plan to extract goods and resources out of Wales and import people into Wales!


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I recently won a prize package that included having a personal chef come to my home and prepare dinner for myself and 5 guests. I almost didn’t accept the personal chef part of the prize. The thought of someone else coming to my house to cook for me felt awkward and strange. Plus, I’m not very good at sitting by and watching other people work. After talking to a couple friends though I decided to see how the other half live and scheduled my dinner date.
Arrangements were made and Chef Brad from Food2611 was scheduled to arrive at 4p.m. I spent a small amount of time worrying about my itty, bitty kitchen (put 2 people in it and its crowded), but I was assured that it wouldn’t matter. The day of the party I scrubbed, cleared countertops and made sure the kitchen was spotless for the chef. (Chef Brad, if you are reading this…my kitchen is NEVER that clean–lol). I laid out clean towels and a clean drying mat. I wasn’t sure what he might need so tried to be prepared. Luckily, when he said he would bring everything he needed he wasn’t kidding.
Upon arrival I gave Chef Brad the 2 second tour of my kitchen and offered to help carry stuff in. (See, told you I’m not good at sitting by). Offers to help were quickly declined and I was left to sit by and watch. There is only one rule when the Chef is in the house and that is to let him know before you step through the kitchen for your safety and his. Nothing like bumping into someone holding a hot pan or knife.
We chatted as he worked. Engaging in conversation is not a requirement for having a chef in the house, but I wasn’t passing up the chance to have someone else to talk to for a bit. He worked quickly and efficiently and it was interesting to watch a pro at work. Oh, and the kitchen was never, ever messy as he cooked. I’m quite sure he had some kind of chef magic that kept the kitchen clean as he went. My kitchen usually looks like a small bomb has detonated after I cook. Hopefully, he sprinkled some of that chef magic before he left and it will stick.
My guest arrived and dinner was promptly served starting with an appetizer of polenta topped with shrimp and scallop. None of us had ever had polenta before and we all loved it. Very tasty and flavorful.
Next was the main course. It arrived at the table beautifully plated and smelling so good. The food was infused with rich flavors that done a little happy dance in my mouth. It took me a while, but I finished everything on my plate. I should have stopped half way through, but it was so delicious!!
Before each course Chef Brad told us what he was serving and the World Food sauces that he used. He would ask if we had any questions and was happy to answer. While we were indulging on mouth-watering food Chef Brad cleaned up and carried boxes back to his car. By 7:30 he was on his way back home and we were left with just a memory of a fantastic meal prepared by one hell of a chef.
Living the life of the other half for just a few hours was an amazing treat. It confirms what I always knew….the other half lives very, very well. I’m convinced that having a personal chef is the way to go. Seriously, amazing food AND no clean up. Heaven. Angels sang. My taste buds wept. It was an indulgence that I’m not soon to forget. Sadly. freelance writers don’t usually make enough money to hire personal chefs so I’ll be living on the memory unless I win another prize.
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Hi I've very recently started using Unity and am creating a game level. I've created my environment in blender and am currently using a modular design as I'd like to include destructible environments.
I've applied test textures and colours to the mesh but have noticed problems when importing into unity.
In blender the lighting appears to cast shadows smoothly across the modular design, but once imported into unity I get random "light spots" and consecutive pieces appear slightly different shades in places.
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City votes 5-3 to bless airport expansion plan
Members of the Detroit Lakes City Council and members of the audience felt they needed more information before signing a letter of support for the airport expansion.
But not enough were opposed to stop the council from voting 5-3 to give the go-ahead.
Mayor Larry Buboltz and City Administrator Rich Grabow explained the letter of support didn't necessarily mean the city was planning to do the project, but the letter was part of the process to move forward on finding answers.
"There's a slant that isn't quite accurate on some of these," said Diane McCormack, as she skimmed though the letter. McCormack lives on Long Lake, near the airport.
She suggested tabling the request for support until more people could look at the letter and attend the airport commission meeting.
Neighbor Dave Brainard also expressed his concerns, including the price of the expansion and whether it's worth it.
Alderman Ron Zeman agreed with the cost being too high.
He added that gas sales are down this year, the area is already too crowded with new developments and retail growth and that he wants the airport moved outside the city limits.
"It's absolutely ridiculous that we're doing this," he said.
Alderman James Hannon, too, said he felt there were far too many questions left unanswered.
He said the land should be appraised to see how much the city could profit from selling the land to develop and building the airport elsewhere.
He also expressed concern about secondary costs of the city having to move its spray irrigation and traffic patterns on Airport Road, which would be closed.
"I come down firmly on the side that the airport needs to be moved," he said.
Alderman Leonard Heltemes said he couldn't vote on something he didn't have enough information on and be held accountable to his constituents.
Heltemes, Hannon and Zeman voted against the letter of support. Alderman Bruce Imholte wasn't present for the vote.
The Becker County Board earlier approved the letter of support on a 3-1 vote, with one abstention.