'Why put the lives of innocent people in danger?': Couple filmed romping behind the wheel of a car while driving at 70mph on the motorway cause outcry in Argentina
- The couple were filmed having sex at the wheel of a car while driving at 70mph
- The shocked passenger in the vehicle passing them filmed the pair on his mobile
- Instead of slowing down, the driver reacted by sticking up his middle finger
This is the astonishing moment a randy couple are filmed having sex at the wheel of a car while driving at 70mph.
The footage, which was filmed by a passenger in a passing vehicle in the province of Jujuy, north-west Argentina, has sparked outrage in the country, which has one of the highest traffic-related death rates in the world.
The bespectacled mystery man with the woman bouncing up and down on his lap appeared to be just about managing to keep his eye on the road in front of him over his lover's shoulder as he left one hand on the steering wheel to avoid crashing and ran his other hand through her hair.
Shocking: The footage, which was filmed by a passenger in a passing vehicle in the province of Jujuy in north-west Argentina, has sparked outrage in the country
Instead of slowing down or pulling over when he realised he was being filmed, he reacted by sticking the middle finger up on his left hand as the other driver passed.
The uninhibited pair even appeared to have turned their hazard lights on by accident as they made love partly-dressed, making their show impossible to be missed.
Reports in the Argentinian media said the car was doing around 70mph.
The shocking incident happened near Yala in the province of Jujuy in north-west Argentina on National Route 9, a major road which links the capital Buenos Aires to the country's border with Bolivia and crosses seven provinces.
Instead of slowing down or pulling over when he realised he was being filmed, the man driving reacted by sticking the middle finger up on his left hand as the other driver passed
Argentina has one of the highest traffic-related death rates in the world, with around 22 people dying every day in road traffic accidents.
Argentina topped a road traffic death league of shame released two years ago by the International Transport Forum, showing more than 5,000 deaths per year, although the situation at the time was said to be improving.
Parts of Route 9 have been branded among the most dangerous in the country, with animals on the road being a problem as well as the number of people who still drink-drive.
Ten vehicles including five lorries collided on the road last month during a dust storm, causing one death.
Local newspaper Notinor Jujuy, which first published the video, said: 'This is a 'No-no. A reader filmed this foolish behaviour by a driver who was on National Route 9 near Yala this weekend.
'Roads in Jujuy have a high accident rate and this type of behaviour definitely doesn't help.'
Police are understood to have been sent the footage so they can investigate, although the driver's number plate doesn't appear.
Enraged local Vanina Nancy said in a direct message to the couple on social media: 'It would be your problem if you crashed but why put the lives of innocent people in danger.
'I hope your family recognise you in the video.'
May Villalba added: 'People with no brains. Maybe these idiots don't give a damn about their own lives but there are people on this road who do and make sure they do everything right from the moment they put their seatbelts on.'
Last month a man was arrested in the States after crashing a car naked while allegedly having sex with a woman whose baby was strapped in the back seat.
The couple sustained multiple injuries when the vehicle slammed into a tree on a road in Washington State.
The three-month-old child, properly restrained in a car seat in the back, was unharmed.
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In Maryland it is often especially difficult to locate the proper defendant in a claim against the government. The law requires that notice be provided to any “local government” within 180 days of the incident or else the doctrine of sovereign immunity would bar the claim. Claims against the State of Maryland fall under another statute called the Maryland Tort Claims Act which requires notice be provided to the State of Maryland within 1 year. Lawyers in Maryland need to be careful to identify the proper defendants early on in the course of their representation and make sure that proper notice if sent out.
The Silver Spring personal injury lawyers at Goldberg Finnegan handle slip and fall and premises liability cases where the injuries are significant and where we believe we can establish that the defendant had notice of the defective condition that caused the fall and an opportunity to correct the dangerous condition. Again, these cases are challenging…..but a good slip and fall lawyer in Silver Spring, MD and proper fact investigation and discovery can allow the plaintiff to have a fighting chance to win. The good thing about premises liability cases in Maryland is that the applicable insurance policies are generally larger than a typical low limits automobile insurance policy. However, there are additional defenses to overcome and the ancient doctrine of contributory negligence and assumption of the risk create challenges for lawyers handling these cases.

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Background: Azithromycin is a new-generation, acid-stable macrolide antibiotic that achieves remarkably high concentrations in gastric tissue, persisting above the MIC90 for Helicobacter pylori over a 5-day period after a single 500-mg oral dose.
Methods: We evaluated a new metronidazole-free triple therapy with omeprazole 20 mg b.i.d. plus amoxicillin 1 g b.i.d. (both for 14 days) and azithromycin 500 mg mane (for the first 3 days only) (group I) versus double therapy with omeprazole 20 mg b.i.d. plus amoxicillin 1 g t.i.d., both for 14 days (group II). H. pylori status was determined by urease test and histology before and 6 wk after completion of therapy.
Results: Ninety-two patients with peptic ulcer disease or nonulcer dyspepsia completed the study. H. pylori infection was eradicated in 44 (91.6%) of 48 patients randomized to receive triple therapy versus 26 (59.1%) of 44 who received double therapy (p < 0.001). Smoking, but not omeprazole pretreatment, proved to be a risk factor for treatment failure only in the double-therapy group (p = 0.05). All ulcers healed by the time of the 8-wk endoscopic control. Side effects, usually minor, were recorded in 12.5% and 9.1% of patients, respectively (NS), but therapy had to be discontinued in one patient in group I and in three in group II (NS).
Conclusions: Two-week triple therapy with omeprazole, amoxicillin, and (for the first 3 days) low-dose azithromycin is highly effective in eradicating H. pylori. This regimen is safe and well-tolerated, and we recommend that it be used as first-line treatment, as an alternative to less-effective omeprazole-amoxicillin double therapy. Moreover, azithromycin appears to be a new, promising antibiotic for future innovative anti-H. pylori combinations.

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One patient with uveitis presented iris retraction syndrome then developed to angle-closure glaucoma. Ultrasound biomicroscopy showed iris retraction with posterior synechiae and supraciliary effusion. The typical characteristic of iris retraction syndrome—retinal detachment—did not present in this case. Uveitis and supraciliary effusion could be the possible cause of posterior chamber hypotony. The lens subluxation found during the cataract operation alerted us that lens subluxation could be occult in this situation.
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Sido‘s source of wealth comes from being a rapper. How much money is Sido worth at the age of 39 and what’s his real net worth now?
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Sido (born November 30, 1980) is famous for being rapper. He currently resides in Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg, Germany. German rapper who released his breakthrough debut album entitled Maske in 2004. His birth name is Paul Würdig.
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View from The Peak in Hong Kong, China
Victoria Peak (太平山 or 扯旗山) is a mountain in Hong Kong. It is also known as Mount Austin, and locally as "The Peak." The mountain is located in the western half of Hong Kong Island. With an altitude of 552 m (1,811 ft), it is the highest mountain on the island proper, but not in the entirety of Hong Kong, an honour which belongs to Tai Mo Shan.
The actual summit of Victoria Peak is occupied by a radio telecommunications facility and is closed to the public. However, the surrounding area of public parks and high-value residential land is the area that is normally meant by the name The Peak. It is a major tourist attraction which offers spectacular views over central Hong Kong, Victoria Harbour, and the surrounding islands.
With some seven million visitors every year, the Peak is a major tourist attraction of Hong Kong. It offers spectacular views of the city and its harbours. The number of visitors led to the construction of two major leisure and shopping centres, the Peak Tower and the Peak Galleria, situated adjacent to each other.
The Peak Tower incorporates the upper station of the Peak Tram, the funicular railway that brings passengers up from Hong Kong's Central district, whilst the Peak Galleria incorporates the bus station used by the Hong Kong public buses and green minibuses on the Peak. The Peak is also accessible by taxi and private car via the circuitous Peak Road, or by walking up the steep Old Peak Road from near the Zoological Botanical Gardens.
Victoria Peak Garden is located on the site of Mountain Lodge, the Governor's old summer residence, and is the closest publicly accessible point to the summit. It can be reached from Victoria Gap by walking up Mount Austin Road, a climb of about 150 metres (490 ft). Another popular walk is the level loop along Lugard Road, giving good views of Hong Kong's Central district and Kowloon, and then returning via Harlech Road, encircling the summit at the level of the Peak Tower. There are several restaurants on Victoria Peak, most of which are located in the two shopping centres. However, the Peak Lookout Restaurant, is housed in an older and more traditional building which was originally a spacious house for engineers working on the Peak Tramway. It was rebuilt in 1901 as a stop area for sedan chairs, but was re-opened as a restaurant in 1947.


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Latest California earthquakes … Fruit flies key to Fountain of Youth? …
By the time this week’s storms end Sunday afternoon, the Orange County Water District will have captured about 2 billion gallons of rainwater that will be diverted into the county’s groundwater table.
OCWD uses small dams in the Santa Ana River, near Honda Center, to corral water, which is then guided to percolation fields. The district fares especially well during week’s like this, when most of the rain was light to moderate, making runoff comparatively slow and easier to capture. That won’t be the case, though, tonight. The National Weather Service says that 3 to 5 inches of rain will fall in the county’s eastern canyons and foothills, and that it will come down during a relatively short period of time. So most of the water will rush off the landscape into the sea.
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After a long day, who hasn’t stumbled into the grocery store without the faintest idea of what to put on the table, when suddenly the tempting whiff of a freshly roasted chicken puts everything into perspective?
And although a rotisserie chicken is great served on its own, it lends itself to so many dinner options.
Here are 24 easy dinner ideas incorporating rotisserie chicken. No matter your skill level in the kitchen, there’s something here for everyone.
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1 Quesadillas: Soften chopped onion and bell pepper or mushrooms on the stove, then combine with chopped chicken and cheese in a folded tortilla and toast on a griddle or large skillet until the cheese melts.
2 Chopped salad: Toss chopped chicken, apple, red onion, raisins and almonds in a bowl. Toss with a dressing made of mayonnaise, sour cream or yogurt flavored with a touch of wine or cider vinegar, mustard and fresh chopped herbs.
3 Thai pasta with peanut sauce: Combine peanut butter, soy sauce, sugar, chopped garlic and a dash of hot sauce in a saucepan with enough coconut milk or water to thin. Warm, then toss with pasta, chopped chicken, roasted peanuts and cilantro.
4 Lemon chicken pasta with basil: Chop chicken and saute to warm with a little chopped garlic and mushrooms if desired. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and toss with pasta, shredded basil and freshly grated Parmesan.
5 Enchiladas: Coat bottom of a baking dish with red or green enchilada sauce. Roll shredded chicken, cheese, sauteed onion and peppers into tortillas and place in the dish. Ladle with more sauce and top with cheese. Bake until bubbly. Top with chopped green onion.
6 Chicken and spinach casserole: Combine chopped chicken with fresh spinach, sauteed onion and garlic, and bechamel (butter and flour cooked to form a roux, with milk added to make a thick sauce) or cream of mushroom soup. Top with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese, chopped herbs and a little melted butter and bake until bubbly.
7 Sloppy Joes: Sweat finely chopped onion, bell pepper and garlic until translucent, then add chopped chicken to warm. Stir in equal parts marinara and barbecue sauce and serve on buns.
8 Macaroni salad: Toss macaroni with chopped chicken, celery and red onion and toss with a dressing of mayonnaise flavored with mustard and lemon juice.
9 Empanadas: Sweat diced onion, chile or bell peppers, and mushrooms until translucent and then add diced chicken, cheese and a little chile sauce. Add filling to biscuit or pie dough cut into rounds. Seal and bake until golden brown, then serve with chile sauce.
10 Chicken tortilla soup: Saute chopped onion and bell pepper until lightly golden, then add a container of fresh salsa and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add several fresh corn tortillas torn into pieces, and then use an immersion blender to puree in the pot. Bring to a simmer and add chopped or shredded chicken, more diced onion and pepper. Serve with crumbled fresh cheese, sour cream, tortilla strips, diced onion and cilantro.
11 Shredded chicken tacos: Sweat sliced onion with chopped chile pepper and tomatoes, then add shredded chicken and enough chicken broth to moisten. Serve in warm tortillas with shredded lettuce or cabbage, salsa and toppings of choice.
12 Burritos: In a large, warmed tortilla, combine shredded chicken with black beans, rice, lettuce, cheese, guacamole, sour cream and pico de gallo. Roll and top with chile sauce and more cheese before serving.
13 Taquitos: Roll shredded chicken in small tortillas and deep-fry. Serve with sour cream and salsa.
14 Barbecue chicken sandwich: Combine shredded or chopped chicken with barbecue sauce. Serve, topped with coleslaw, in toasted buns.
15 Savory turnovers or hand pies: Sweat chopped onion, carrot and celery in a saute pan. Add peas, potatoes and chopped chicken and enough broth to cover. Simmer until the vegetables are tender, then swirl in goat cheese or bread crumbs to thicken the broth. Spoon into puff pastry or pie dough, seal and bake until golden.
16 Chili: Saute onion, bell or chile pepper and garlic. Add chopped chicken, canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce and drained canned beans. Thin with chicken broth and simmer. Serve with crumbled cheese, green onion and sour cream.
17 Lettuce cups: Chop chicken and toss with a little cornstarch (2 tablespoons for a whole chicken’s worth). Saute chopped garlic and ginger over high heat until golden brown. Add chopped shiitakes and water chestnuts. Drizzle with soy sauce, rice vinegar and a touch of sugar. Add chicken and cook until the sauce is thickened. Drizzle with more soy sauce, vinegar and sesame oil and serve in lettuce cups topped with chopped roasted peanuts and green onion.
18 Couscous: To cooked couscous or quinoa, add diced olives, red onion, sauteed garbanzo beans, chopped chicken, raisins and diced dried apricot and dates. Flavor with cilantro, ground cinnamon, cloves and coriander and a squeeze of lemon juice.
19 Pita sandwich: Spread hummus inside a halved pita round and top with shredded chicken. Top with plain yogurt flavored with chopped fresh cucumber, cumin, garlic, fresh mint and lime juice.
20 Chinese chicken salad: Combine chopped lettuce and shredded cabbage with drained canned mandarin oranges, sesame seeds, chopped chicken and sesame ginger dressing. Garnish with slivered almonds or fried wonton strips, chopped cilantro and green onion.

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- At the airport rental car counter in Little Rock, Ark., we sign for a presumably boring compact-class car in order to hold the rental rate to a minimum.
To our surprise the resultant rental vehicle, while pint-size in scale for the compact class, turns out to be anything but ho-hum boring.
Dubbed the Mazda3s 5-Door to denote a five-door format in hatchback variation of the Mazda3s 4-Door sedan from that "Zoom-Zoom" brand out of Japan, our rental unit quickly reveals itself in a drive through the convoluted Ozark Mountains of Arkansas as one cool motion machine that thinks it's a sports car.
Mazda3s 5-Door looks muscular with taut contours in a promise of spirited performance and dynamic handling traits.
It rolls on sporty P205/50R17 V-rated rubber with 17-inch alloy wheels and rides on a platform of exceptional rigidity with a broad 60-inch wheel track and long 103.9-inch wheelbase for stability.
And there's a high-revving 2.3-liter four-in-line plant under the hood which produces an unexpected kick through a short-stick manual five-speed transmission or a smooth five-speed electronic automatic with a manual-shift mode.
Building an agile little hatchback has historical precedents in Mazda's product line, tracing back as far as 1977 to a three-door subcompact hatchback called the GLC -- Great Little Car. With only 65 hp from a 1.5-liter engine directed to the rear wheels, spunky GLC was thrifty but still fun to drive.
A five-door wagon variation emerged in 1979 and continued for four subsequent years.
By 1986, Mazda had a new three-door hatchback 323 to replace the GLC, and two years later, a souped-up GTX rally car variation.
And in 1990 a generational upgrade to the 323 hatch rolled out for a run that continued through 1994.
The Protege5 of 1990 applied to a four-door sedan, followed by new renditions in 1995, 1999 and a fresh Protege5 in 2002.
But Mazda, currently linked by corporate ties to Ford Motor Company and Volvo of Sweden, borrowed a global platform developed by Volvo to underpin new compact-class vehicles. The series commenced in 2004 with the Mazda3 4-Door sedan but was soon followed by a Mazda3 5-Door hatch.
Mazda3s 4-Door and 5-Door models were redesigned in 2007 and the editions of 2008 carry more standard content in safety equipment, such as side-impact air bags and curtain-style bags.
Mazda3 4-Door is styled as four-door notchback sedan with two trim levels packing either a 2.0-liter four-pack (Mazda3i) or the 2.3-liter upgrade (Mazda3s).
The dual-cam 2.0-liter in-line-four nets 148 hp at 6500 rpm with 135 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm.
The 2.3-liter version achieves 156 hp at 6500 rpm plus torque of 150 lb-ft at 4500 rpm.
Mazda3s 5-Door pulls strictly from the larger 2.3-liter engine.
Sheetmetal designs of sedan and hatchback differ, as the 4-Door features smooth contours on a bulbous form while the 5-Door shows edgy shapes for an aggressive posture.
Mazda3s 5-Door as a long-body hatchback scores sporty aerodynamic elements, such as air dams and crisp side sills or a spoiler on the trailing edge of the roof, that disguise boxy parameters of the hatchback format.
Mazda's 5-Door also gets foglamps, low side skirts and the 17-inch wheels.
The slinky prow of 5-Door pins narrow cat-eye headlamps with multiple lenses on corners flanking a five-point grille marked by body-colored bars, with a pair of square foglamps prominent in the air dam.
Shapely sides in a monochromic treatment break for exaggerated round wheelwells as two side doors blend into the panels.
Blackened roof pillars on each side disguise the four-door format and make the hatchback seem like a little coupe with high-hiking roofline.
At the rear, corner lamps frame the bulging hatchback door. Clear glass reveals three lamps in different colors -- red for braking, white for running in reverse and amber as a signal for turning.
Inside, there's big-time cabin space magically crafted from the confines of a compact-class chassis.
And the hatchback design with a folding rear seatback (split 40/60 in two sections) forges a cargo bay with 43.8 cubic feet of space when rear seatbacks are down.
Even with all seats occupied -- two buckets up front followed by a brief bench for three -- the back bay still has 17.1 cubic feet of room.
Front seats show firm bolsters on flanks and fit in sporty fashion when you toss the car around on a wiggly route like our course across the Ozarks.
Driver's bucket makes adjustments for lumbar back support. Seat position is elevated so you sit erect in ideal position in relation to the leather-wrapped steering wheel and a shifter stick studding the center console.
Stow space shows up in thoughtful places -- a glovebox large enough to house a laptop computer or numerous CD cases, the dual-level console with built-in cupholders, or a rigid map pocket on each front door housing a bottle holder.
The dash arrangement has a large center cluster of controls for audio and climate systems, and an instrument panel shaded by the arching lid with analog gauges housed in tubular binnacles. Gauges are electroluminescent, glowing in vivid red notations.
Mazda3s 5-Door stocks hardware for sporty handling, beginning with the rigid platform and a suspension system that's independent at each wheel using MacPherson struts up front and a multi-link design in back. Front dampers get specific tuning for fast steering response and to diminish the understeer factor of a front-wheel-drive (FWD) vehicle.
Steering uses a rack and pinion device controlled by electro-hydraulic power assistance and brakes consist of ventilated discs up front and solid discs in back.
Mazda3s 4-Door and 5-Door carry convenience gear like power controls for windows and door locks, air conditioning, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and six-speaker audio kit.
MSRP figures for the 2008 Mazda3s 5-Door spread in a range from $17,925 to $21,145.


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- August 14, 2017
- Joe Danehower
I was a high school athlete.
I was a student at Virginia Tech.
I was in a long term dating relationship.
I was never sure of myself and often struggled in social environments.
I am 26.
I am single.
I am gainfully employed in a respected career field.
I am funny…sometimes.
I want to be a father and a husband some day.
I want to have career that is life giving for myself and others.
I want to be financially secure.
I want to build relationships where I am known and I know others well.
I often use the above, i.e. my past, present, and anticipated future, to describe myself to others and ultimately build my own perceived identity. We take the things we have done, what we own, relationships we have and have had, and what we desire to be, and begin to hang bits and pieces of our soul’s identity on them. We let the ‘I was’, ‘I am’, and ‘I wants’ to create something they were never meant to.
Identity is a strange concept. We want to think of ourselves as static. I am what I am regardless of time and circumstance. But if we pull back our own blinders, we know this isn’t true. Who we are and how we behave is heavily influenced by where we are and who we are around. We are dynamic creatures pulled by our surroundings, akin to a roaring fire made of many flames leaping about hoping to find something to sustain it. Fire burns and consumes; it does not reciprocally relate to the means of its sustainment. Once it has consumed, it must leap to a new foundation or cease to exist.
My identity throughout life has often looked like this. I stand upon each and every screenshot of who I’ve been to determine who I am now, all the while restlessly searching for who I will be. From 10,000 feet up, I see every iteration of my self image slammed into the present, jagged edges and all. It’s uncomfortably jarring and anything but secure. A job, relationship, reputation, religion, school, or mission have never sustained me. When we look to these things to carry the weight of our eternal existence, we consume them leaving nothing but ashes to cling to. We burn out and are left smoldering amid the wreckage of shattered identities.
We have to stop tethering ourselves to surface points and look for the one thing able to anchor the core of who we are. We have to stop looking for the next “it” to make us, and hold tight to the only eternal You. It can’t be just what we know about God, or knowing what God says about us. He is not merely the fuel we burn through. He is the eternal Flame inviting us in. We do not use Him, but as if flames of a fire we dance among the source of life that He is. Just like the burning bush, in Him there is fire and life and beauty that does not consume. He is at once the fuel and the fire. It is reciprocal, a back forth encounter only ever growing in intimacy and relationship. One that moves us from mere intellectual knowledge of the other to soul stirring encounter capable of lifting and moving even the most wooden heart. Our identity becomes the belonging we cannot lose. We are at once dependent yet free, created yet creative. When tethered at our depths, there is a freedom at the surface to be you. There is no more behavioral manipulation or image management, no more clinging to circumstances or roles for meaning or purpose. Instead, we get to step into a relationship or a job not looking for identity but moving freely in eternal security. Who you were, are, and will be are all held by the Creator. There is no other identity able to surpass that.

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This wooden plaque is the perfect addition to any home, featuring the phrase "I Love You To The Moon."
The plaque has a magical charm. Perfect for hanging on a bottle, slipping in a card or any gesture. Vintage In Style and produced from Birch Wood. Measures 9 x 9 x 0.3 cm Comes with a waxed thread.
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5 outdoor activities for autumn
It’s never too late to do outdoor sports in Ticino! November is the month when the first peaks in northern Switzerland turn white. Anyone who isn’t yet ready to hang up their boots is welcome to the country’s southernmost canton: various outdoor activities can be practised all year round, the routes are free from snow and the temperatures allow you to stay outdoors. The warm weather always lasts a bit longer in Ticino.

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Arjun Kapoor, who had a busy last year with his three back-to-back releases, will now take a small break after his upcoming movie 'Tevar' hits the box-office.
Hero Cycles tied up with the Bengal Tigers team, which is owned by Hindi cinema stalwarts Boney Kapoor and Sridevi Kapoor with Raj Shah as co-owner.
Multilingual filmmaker and Dada Saheb Phalke Award recipient D Rama Naidu was cremated here today with full state honours.
Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor was discharged from the hospital today after being treated for swine flu.
Sonam Kapoor, who is hospitalised at Kokilabein hospital, will be discharged later Thursday, a source close to the actress said.
'Ek Villain' star Shraddha Kapoor has been roped in to play the female lead in 'Rock On 2' opposite the previous actors Farhan Akhtar and Arjun Rampal.
Here's a list of all the celebrities' children who are going down their parents' chosen path.
Aditi will represent the country at Miss World pageant and the runners-up. Afreen and Vartika will compete for various international titles.


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Uptown Girl, Downtown Guy
Billy Crudup gives a fascinating performance as a neurotic misanthrope in Dedication, while Scarlett Johansson is completely unconvincing in The Nanny Diaries.
For his directing debut, stage and film actor Justin Theroux has chosen an original and quixotic comedy about Henry Roth, a neurotic (verging on paranoid schizophrenic) children's book writer. He's played brilliantly by 2007 Tony Award winner Billy Crudup in the latest in a string of fascinating stage and screen characters -- both romantic and repugnant, sexy and sickly -- he's taken on since his Broadway debut a dozen years ago.
The misanthropic Henry can neither be a friend nor have one, except for writing partner/illustrator Rudy (Tom Wilkinson), who eventually becomes his guardian angel (literally). Among his many tics, Henry spurts aloud every vile thought that passes through his super-perturbed brain, and to assuage his anxiety, he must lie on the floor with heavy objects on his chest.
Exit Rudy and enter Lucy (Mandy Moore), a pretty girl with a few healthy neuroses of her own, not to mention her psychotic mom (Dianne Wiest) and Jeremy, the caddish Brit who dumped her (Martin Freeman). Now, Jeremy wants her back and has written his new book's dedication (the most obvious of the title's multiple meanings) to her.
Lucy really needs the job as Henry's illustrator, not to mention the hefty bonus she's been promised by Henry's editor (Bob Balaban) if she can bring in the next episode of his tres successful Marty the Beaver (all entendres intended) series. Henry's demeanor is so off-putting that it's a minor miracle when Lucy makes any kind of connection with him. However, because she does, so do we and we root for them to somehow keep their tenuous connection going. It's a tribute to Moore's growing acting ability that she understands how to underplay this character, who's like Alice at the Mad Tea Party!
Theroux, who's had on-the-set opportunities to study such edgy directors as David Lynch, Mary Harron, and Amos Poe, delivers no easy ending with this first rate, meta-downtown New York romantic comedy. It's smart, funny, and really dark -- just perfect for today's angst-ridden scene.
The duo obviously thought this story about Annie (Scarlett Johansson), a college student working part time as a nanny for a demanding Park Avenue matron known only as Mrs. X (Laura Linney, giving a surprisingly two-note performance), would be perfect as their first studio film. But major shifts of focus from page to screen have turned a smart satire into a hazy coming-of-age rom-com. The pair also changed the nanny's major from child-development to anthropology, so that they could examine Upper East Siders as sociological specimens in dioramas at the Museum of Natural History. But this conceit only serves to remind audiences of Ben Stiller's recent mega-comedy, A Night at the Museum.
Unfortunately, a brunette dye-job alone cannot turn the very distinctive Johansson into a credible 'Annie from New Jersey.' Totally credible, as always, is two-time Tony winner Donna Murphy as Judy, Annie's mom, a nurse who fairly reeks of Hackensack. Congrats are also due to cinematographer Terry Stacey, who captures the picture book New York envisioned by Berman and Pulcini.
In the film's tacked-on happy ending, Nanny gets her Ken doll of a 'Harvard Hottie' neighbor (a woefully uncharismatic Chris Evans), while Mrs. X learns to bond with her kid after dumping Mr. X, a wildly successful Thurston Howell, III clenched-jaw type, played by Paul Giamatti in a 180-degree turn from his earlier Sideways slob type.
Meanwhile, Alicia Keys, whose sitcom-like role as Annie's African-American best friend lands with a thud, at least gets a song on the soundtrack; while such award-winning stage actors as Julie White, Cady Huffman, and James Urbaniak are pretty much wasted in small and smaller cameos.

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Bollywood iconic film Fukrey will clock 10 years on Wednesday. To celebrate the occasion, the star cast of the comedy film reunited under one roof and it was a blast. Actors Ali Fazal, Richa Chadda, Pulkit Samrat, Manjot Singh, Varun Sharma, Priyan Anand and Vishakha Singh came together to mark their presence at the fan screening. Actors Ali Fazal, Richa Chadda, Pulkit Samrat, Manjot Singh and Varun Sharma arrived for the party in matching t-shirts with the caption “Jugaadu” on them. However, it was Richa Singh who stole the limelight by wearing a black t-shirt with the word “Bholi Bhaali written” on it. Apart from the star cast, the film’s director Mrigdeep Singh Lamba was also spotted at the party in casual wear.
For the unversed, Fukrey tells the story of 4 boys from Delhi who desire to make easy money. However, they land in trouble when they approach the notorious Bholi, played by Richa Chadha, to invest in their plan.
Husband-wife duo and Fukrey co-stars Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal also posed together cutely for the cameras. Take a look:
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Meanwhile, the makers of the comedy film Fukrey 3 announced the new release date on Tuesday. The news was shared by actor Varun Sharma, who treated his fans with a video along with the announcement of a new release date. Sharing the video, he wrote, “The Jugaadu boys are back on 1st Dec 2023 at cinemas near you. #Fukrey3.” Take a look:
Earlier, talking about Fukrey 3, Pulkit Samrat shared that he is “super excited” about the upcoming film. In an interview with PTI last year, the actor said, “The script is done and we had a narration. We are all super excited to go on floors. We will start the shooting early next year.”


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In a nondescript building on an unassuming corner of Northern Liberties, Peter McAndrews — chef and owner of the nearby Italian BYO Modo Mio — is making what just may be the best sandwiches in the city. Menu options may be few, but the roast suckling pig with hot broccoli rabe and Italian long hots, the housemade lamb sausage with gorgonzola, and the slow - roasted beef, topped with sweet - and - sour cabbage, on a hoagie roll are executed with the same gluttonous gusto you’ll use for eating ’em.
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Algernon often produces a real gem with his lists of music, this is one of them. I hadn’t heard this album before, only the hit, and I was really impressed. Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Dusty Springfield are usually in my top ten but I do really like this one. Out of the modern stuff, Nelly Furtado is the standout along with maybe Adele, the rest are boring and repetitive in my view Hope you all enjoy it again.
An Album comparison by Algernon
The Delta Sweete was the second album released by Bobbie Gentry in 1968 after her debut album Ode to Billie Joe, commercially it wasn’t that successful but beautifully produced none the less. Indie Band, Mercury Rev have reimaged this album releasing The Delta Sweete Revisited, in collaboration with several female artists. The album was released this week.
The Delta Sweet – Bobbie Gentry
The Delta Sweete Revisited – Mercury Rev
Ode to Billie Joe – Bobbie Gentry


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From the Niagara Falls Review:
Some were fearful and skeptical.
Others excited and optimistic.
Wayne Thomson, mayor at the time, was caught in the middle, trying to convince the former group to join the latter.
“I was a little nervous about running again for mayor,” says the current Niagara Falls city councillor.
“But I came out extremely strong (reelected mayor by acclamation). In fact, I still remember one ad. I was full length, standing along the one side of the Review, talking about getting a casino and voting for the referendum.”
In November 1994, 64 per cent of Niagara Falls residents who voted in a referendum said yes to casino gaming.
A year later, Ontario Casino Corporation announced a commercial casino would be built in the Honeymoon Capital.
Casino Niagara opened Dec. 9, 1996 — 20 years ago, Friday, on the site of the former Maple Leaf Village near Clifton Hill.

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To see 'Somewhere', by Sofia Coppola. It just looks so freaking promising. Don't you think? And oh, a perfect film to start off the new year with. There's just something about the worlds she creates that's almost spell binding. Funny thing is, I remember seeing Stephen Dorff at a hotel in New York a couple of years ago, wondering what ever happened to him and his career. The way you often do in New York. Somehow, this seems to be the perfect part for him. Sometimes, things just fall into place, don't they?
Looking forward to this one.
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mums the word
Not the best looking ones but only used what I had, but I believe it came out pretty good.
These Homecoming mums are fairly simple to make, just cut the cardboard to the size you want to in a circle or an oval.
Glue some ribbon to the desire size of length you want and then glue some ribbon around the edges of the cardboard cutout like a flowers.
After that continue gluing the ribbon to your desire length.
*Don't forget to add your trinkets and embellishments if you have any*
(such as: bells, little foot balls, or anything themed)
When all of that is glued on, you can glue the flower and anything else on the flower, like a plushies or more trinkets.
You can glue a strap to the back so they can wear it at their school, homecoming, etc.
*If you want it more secure use staple to keep the ribbons in place. and If you know any braids , make it fancy and add that to it...hope it helps*
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Santa Barbara’s leading social and emotional intelligence program, AHA!, has announced the appointment of Brandon Battle as Director of Programs, effective January 1, 2022. Mr. Battle is an accomplished leader and highly creative collaborator who has worked tirelessly as part of the AHA! staff and administrative team for the past seven years to deliver the organization’s much-valued in-school and after-school youth programming. His efforts as a key facilitator and AHA! Peace Builders program director throughout the pandemic have ensured that AHA!’s support of area teens, educators, and parents continued without pause, with full programming on Zoom throughout periods of quarantine. His leadership throughout the past year helped AHA! to bring SEL programming to a total of 6026 teens, 430 educators, and 3312 adults/parents and guardians.
“As the Director of our AHA! Peace Builders program, Brandon was the clear choice to step into our Director of Programs role,” shares AHA! Executive Director Roxana Petty. “We are beyond grateful to have such a qualified and heart-centered professional lead our SEL programming.” Dr. Jennifer Freed, co-founder of AHA!, states, “Brandon’s vast warmth and curiosity make him a perfect fit for overseeing and developing AHA! programs, and for making sure all offerings are inclusive and relevant for diverse stakeholders and students in our community.”
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Jobvite recently released its Recruiter Nation Report 2016, offering insight into the state of social recruiting and the current job market. The data tells two stories: What recruiters need to know and what job seekers need to know today. Let’s take a deep dive into the report findings and what they mean to you.
Before we explore data points, it’s always important to get the context around the information being presented. In the case of a report, we’re talking about the methodology. To gather the data below, Jobvite surveyed 1,600 HR and recruiting professionals in a variety of industries, all within the U.S.
Now, onto the facts.
The Current Job Market: What Recruiters Need to Know
Recruiters need quality talent today more than ever. Despite the very possibility (and, in some cases, reality) of automation changing the face of the workforce, only a handful of respondents—10 percent—said their company would embrace automation in the next three years. Interestingly, more than three quarters of respondents said they had increased hiring, and 86 percent said they didn’t expect layoffs for the next year.
What’s it mean? Recruiting is increasingly competitive, with industries like hospitality, manufacturing, healthcare, and technology leading the charge. Here are more key insights into what recruiters need to know about the state of the job market:
- Negotiating salary is normal. According to more than half of the recruiters Jobvite polled, candidates are more likely to ask for higher pay than they were just one year ago. Not surprisingly, 43 percent of job seekers said they left a position in the last year because of concerns about compensation. Bottom line? Have the discussion.
- Don’t go rogue on benefits. Because of the talent shortage, enticing top talent is more important than ever. How? Yes, workplace culture is uber-important, but so are old fashioned benefits. Seventy-eight percent of respondents said dental and medical coverage was the most attractive benefit, and 65 percent cited a 401K. Interestingly, but not at all surprisingly, 44 percent of respondents indicated a casual dress code and workplace flexibility had strong appeal, too.
- Internal hires and referrals win. Not surprisingly, the best talent comes from within: Internal hires (38 percent) and employee referrals (34 percent).
- Don’t forget to leverage social. Most recruiters—87 percent, to be exact—go to LinkedIn to vet potential candidates. They also frequent other social platforms like Facebook and Twitter (see Figure 1 for a full breakdown). Don’t forget, though, that digital is a two-way street—59 percent of job seekers research the culture of potential employers before saying yes to an interview. If your company has a blasé presence in the social media space, or worse, isn’t using social at all, that sends a message to candidates, whether intentional or not.
Figure 1. Source: Jobvite Recruiter Nation Report 2016
The Current Job Market: What Job Seekers Need to Know
It’s a good time to be a job seeker; as businesses become more tech savvy and leverage more digital tools to get ahead of the competition, they need more—and different typesof—talent to support those efforts. This fact is evidenced by Jobvite’s projection that recruiters are facing a talent shortage—something I wrote about in more detail here (Read: The Talent Recruitment Reality: A Good Candidate is Hard to Find). Better news? Sixty-nine percent of recruiters reported their company had increased hiring efforts within the last twelve months, and many—just over two-thirds—aren’t opposed to increasing salary offers to land the right candidate.
Here are other highlights from the report relevant to job seekers:
- Use social wisely. If you’re apt to overshare on your social feed or tend to misspell a word or use inappropriate photos (or language), hear this: Recruiters are watching, and they don’t like it. A whopping 72 percent of recruiters said they dislike typos on social, a higher percentage even than those who said they didn’t care for pictures of alcohol consumption (42 percent). Selfies are still safe, though, as they only turn off 18 percent of those polled—a figure actually down from 2015. Be careful, though—41 percent of recruiters said seeing a photo of a candidate before an in-person meeting can affect their impression.
- Your attitude and appearance matter. Recruiters care about your appearance, with 46 percent reporting that how a candidate dresses can impact the results of a first interview. If you’re in real estate or finance especially, dressing too casually can be a deal killer, almost 80 percent of the time. Your attitude also counts. Some 78 percent of those polled said enthusiasm was the most important factor in deciding whether to hire a candidate post-interview—shockingly, a figure slightly higher than that for “command of requirements.”
- Tell the truth. A whopping 75 percent of respondents reported they see job seekers regularly beef up their prior work experience. They’re on the lookout for that and other infractions such as inflating a salary, fudging the time at a previous job, and more (see Figure 2 for a full breakdown.)
Figure 2. Source: Jobvite Recruiter Nation Report 2016
Can you relate to any of the data points above, either as a job seeker or as a recruiter? What does the state of the job market look like from your vantage point? I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Additional Resources on This Topic:
Americans Uncertain About the Future of Work, 2016 Jobvite Job Seeker Study Shows
2016 Job Seeker Nation Study Reports on the Future of Work
Marketing (and Showcasing) Your Corporate Culture During Recruitment
This article was first published on Work Connect Blog.


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Gucci silk tie with an elegant print of hearts, clubs, diamonds and spades in yellow gold and light blue.
. Designer: Gucci.
. Color: Yellow/gold. light blue and terracotta.
. Measures ~ 9cm (3 1/2″) W x 146cm (57 1/2″) L.
. Fully lined.
. Silk; dry clean.
. Made in Italy.
Condition: Pre-owned – good. Needs few stitches at the back. Please check photos.
Its Strength: Its elegant design and Italian craftsmanship.


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Product weight: about 41g
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So Bryan made this long rambling post about the system that he thinks is tracking his every movement. It’s called CTOS 2.0.
For shits and giggles, I Googled this. It’s from a fucking video game. I don’t know if Bryan actually realizes this and just wanted to write some dystopian Sci-Fi fantasy for us to read or if he just read this somewhere else without knowing that it came from a fictional game while merging it with his other delusions.
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Sports Talk: True Blue--Survive and Advance
After a big win over Jeff Davis, 42-29, in the state third round, the Warriors moved on to the quarterfinals last week when a very good and strong Bremen team came to Louisville after winning on the road against South Atlanta, 42-6. Bremen was led by Erk Russell’s grandson Davis “Rooster” Russell and a senior laden bunch from west Georgia. The Warriors had won nine in a row and were hoping to get over the quarterfinals hump for the first time since 2015. The last time Warriors won a quarterfinals game was in 2015 when Evans Hodges kicked the winning field goal to host Fitzgerald in the Final Four semis. Warriors started as they have in most games with an eat up clock drive to punch it in first with a 6-0 score. Bremen responded on a big pass play to take the lead 7-6, but the Warriors responded on a third down play and Aquivious Hunter took it 63 yards for a huge touchdown run to go up 12-7. Warriors stopped them, and then Bremen stopped the Warriors. Bremen got a 37-yard field goal to get within two, 12-10. Then the Warriors responded on another big drive that ate up the clock and went up 19-10. Warriors stopped a Bremen drive and held the ball run out clock with 29 seconds left before the half. Warriors dominated the first half with big runs and sustaining drives to keep a quick strike Bremen team off the field.
The Warriors got the ball in the second half to do what they have done all year: eat up the clock and score. The Warriors went up on a Quin Gilmore score, 25-10, and never looked back. Another Quin Gilmore score put the Warriors up for good early in fourth 33-10 to win their 10th straight and first quarterfinal in five years. The Warriors had another big night offensively running it and only passing one time, which was incomplete. Warriors have not passed much since the Putnam game. Warriors have found a niche with the three-headed monster: Quin Gilmore, Aquivious Hunter, and Izaiah Gaines. Those three racked up yards and kept the Blue Devils off the field, which could score quickly. Jacobe Heggs has also contributed to the running success.
The Warriors defense also had a big night making big stops in the second half that kept the Blue Devils from getting into the end zone. Bremen has a good kicker, but he was only one for two on the night on field goals. Warriors now face a very familiar foe from Ben Hill County. The Warriors played Fitzgerald back in September and almost tied it up 14-14 with a few minutes left, but fell 14-12 in a hard fought game against a very good team. Warriors and Fitzgerald have history because the Warriors played Fitzgerald in 2015 at home for that final four. This time we play them at their place. They are a tradition rich program and both have very similar fan bases and love for high school football. Historically, the Warriors are 1-3 against them. It was great to see both sides full at the game against Bremen despite COVID. I really did not think we would get to play this year and here we are, playing for the semifinals. What a year so far for the Warriors who have had some injuries and Coach Arnold losing his brother back in September. Back in early October, Warriors were 0-2 and finally got a big win under their belt by defeating Butler.
Since the Josey and Oglethorpe County games, the Warriors have been on a mission. It really came together in Putnam when the Warriors put a great game plan together and won 50-12. I looked back at the Laney game where the Warriors were down 20-6 in the 4th quarter and scored 22 points to win 28-20 in a span of five minutes. I think that game helped because they were down and came from behind. The past three games, the Warriors have scored early and played defense. So far, so good. We do play a good team this week in Fitzgerald, but I think if they stick to the game plan, they can go toe to toe with them. Fitzgerald is 12-0 and want to get their first state title in a long time. I expect a huge crowd, and I think our blue and gold faithful will show up. I am proud of this team for how they have overcome adversity all season and have made it to the semifinals. Let us not stop there, but one game at a time. There are only four teams lef, and we are one of them. Let’s pack Jaycee Stadium and keep choppin’! True Blue is headed to Fitzgerald! Go Warriors!

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By Darren Coyne
Cannabis plants from the Nimbin area are set to be featured in the latest Alien film being directed by Ridley Scott.
The plants, which have been delivered to Fox Studios in Sydney, are to be used as props in Alien 4: The Covenant.
The film is a sequel to the 2012 film Prometheus, and will take place roughly ten years later.
The story will follow the colony ship Covenant, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, where the crew discover what they think is an uncharted paradise, inhabited solely by the android David, survivor of the ill-fated Prometheus expedition.
However, the planet is soon revealed to be far more dangerous than they expected.
But how will the crew survive during their long periods in outer space, dealing with illness and trauma? Medicinal cannabis of course.
That’s where the Nimbin connection comes in.
Hemp grower and medicinal cannabis advocate Andrew Kavasilas, has told Echonetdaily that he has supplied plants for the movie.
“I’ve got some at Fox Studios that are being used for Alien 4: The Covenant,’ Mr Kavasilas said.
‘Ridley Scott specified that he wanted live cannabis for the movie.’
Mr Kavasilas said the cannabis used in the movie would be grown in pods on the spaceship to be used by the astronauts as they travel through space.
‘They partake in the cannabis to treat things like post traumatic stress disorder and other medical conditions,’ he said.
‘There are well over a hundred plants down there now.’
The film is scheduled to be released on 4 August, 2017.
The ‘starring’ role for the local cannabis plants coincides with Mr Kavasilas organising another batch of plants that will be on display at a major hemp and medical cannabis symposium being held in Sydney this weekend.
Mr Kavasilas, who is president of the Northern River Hemp Association, leaves today with a group of activists from the Nimbin Hemp Embassy to take part in the symposium at Rosehill Gardens.


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False Claims Act (“FCA”) penalties will double. Last week, the Department of Justice announced that an obscure agency dubbed the Railroad Retirement Board updated FCA penalties as prescribed by Congress. Under the rule, minimum per-claim penalties will jump to $10,781 from $5,500, and maximum per-claim penalties will rise to $21,563 from $11,000. The development has been expected since May.
The DOJ may choose to pursue a smaller penalty if the full amount due under the FCA will produce “a negative economic impact.” In an unusually terse statement, the DOJ said, without explanation, that it “is not invoking that authority in this rule.” The increase takes effect Aug. 1 and applies to violations after Nov. 2, 2015.
Last week’s regulation also updated penalties in more than 50 other categories affecting a wide range of enterprises. Fines under the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act will soar to $9.5 million from $5.5 million, and penalties related to improper disclosure of bids on government contracts would boost to $1 million from $500,000.


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With miles of sparkling white sand beaches, fragrant groves of lush palm trees and the sparkling waters of the Indian Ocean, this stunning archipelago is a paradise on Earth.
Each secluded island in the Maldives offers a luxury shipwreck experience with spectacular coral reefs, cyan blue lagoons and incredible marine life.
It may be known as the capital of romance, but the Maldives is the perfect setting for family fun, water sports, relaxation or adventure with friends.
Barefoot Luxury: Unwind and Relax on Your Maldives Vacation with Sun Siyam Resorts
So where to start ? It all starts with the station you choose. Each is essentially its own private island or sandy atoll, so you want to make sure you’ve found the shipwreck experience that’s right for you.
From there, the hardest decision you will have to make is that of the private pool or the perfect beach? Spa or snorkeling?
Sun Siyam Resorts is a collection of singular resorts scattered across the archipelago, locally owned and offering authentic style, the exclusivity of a private island and that barefoot luxury that invites you to relax, soak up the sun and enjoy of your pristine surroundings.
The ultimate escape for couples, the shimmering sapphire lagoon and private pools at Sun Siyam Iru Veli provide the perfect backdrop for romance.
Watch the dolphins go by from your terrace, sink your toes into the soft white sand and, in the glass-bottom overwater spa, gaze at the exotic fish as you are massaged into a state of pure relaxation.
The perfect view from Sun Siyam Iru Veli: the pinnacle of Maldivian luxury for couples
couples love Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, too. The coral reef is perfect for snorkeling, or you can just relax with a glass of champagne in your private infinity pool before heading to the beach for a romantic movie theater experience under the stars.
Then there are the resorts that invite all ages to enjoy the beauty of the Maldives. Sun Siyam Iru Fushi offers a private paradise for everyone with luxury villas, water sports and superb restaurants spread across a beach-lined paradise.
Another secluded resort offering relaxation and happiness for the whole family, Sun Siyam Olhuveli takes place on three incredible islands, where tradition meets modern design.
The only problem is choosing where to swim: Siyam World is a luxury playground for families
A world of adventures for family, friends or couples awaits you at Sun Siyam’s spectacular new playground, Siyam World. This resort is an upscale getaway on one of the largest islands and has adventure and exploration at heart.
So when it comes to planning your perfect island getaway, the best way to start is to find out which Sun Siyam retreat is right for you. Here are two recommendations, whether you’re looking for romance, adrenaline, or family fun.
A place made for two
On a dreamy, secluded island of palm groves, gorgeous white-sand beaches and sparkling azure waters, Iru Veli promises romance, whether you are celebrating your anniversary, your honeymoon or just your love for each other.
With elegant overwater accommodation, fantastic views of the turquoise lagoon, private pools designed for two in each suite, and champagne included, this resort is tailor-made for couples.
The ultimate romantic dream: Sun Siyam Iru Veli’s luxury resort is tailor-made for couples
Your all-inclusive package includes a $100 spa credit for a lifetime of pampering in the overwater spa, with all-natural ingredients that bring balance to body and mind.
Or certified divers can swap that for three dives where they’ll swim among stunning coral reefs and see incredible marine life up close.
What could be more romantic than a sunset cruise after a day spent enjoying this tropical hideaway? Three excursions are included in your package, so you can choose to explore on a guided snorkel tour or opt for a free windsurfing lesson. You can even race the waves with your jet ski credit before settling into a luxury shisha cabana.
Holiday bliss: Treat yourself to a King Ocean Suite at Sun Siyam Iru Veli
This premium all-inclusive offer aims to provide complete relaxation, so you can dine in one of the fantastic bars and restaurants, enjoy the wine cellar and a range of cuisines, with exotic fresh fish grilled from an open kitchen to the Grouper Grill, or Mediterranean classics in Rome.
No matter how you spend your day, end it with a romantic dinner on the beach before watching a movie under the starry sky.
A station reinvented
Siyam World offers a whole new tropical experience with a world of possibilities. This reimagined resort is the perfect destination for families, couples and friends, with a range of unique experiences and a variety of beautiful accommodations leaving the choice entirely in your hands.
Whether you opt for an exclusive Beach Villa with private pool or a spectacular overwater villa with a lagoon slide, everyone will be happy.
Can you imagine staying here? Unleash your inner child in this lagoon villa with slide
A paradise for body and soul, Siyam World is home to the largest inflatable water park in the Maldives and a FIFA-sized football pitch. Your group can be as active as they want, with tennis, badminton and basketball courts making this one of the sportiest resorts around.
And when the kids are away at one of the largest kids’ clubs in the Maldives, yoga classes on the beach will provide that perfect balance, helping you discover inner calm.
With eight bars and six exquisite restaurants spread across the island, experience different cuisine every day and a different bar every night, from Indian and Thai flavors to Spanish flair and world-class wines.
Your own private oasis: Relax at Siyam World in this four-bedroom beach residence
Upgrading to one of The Beach House collections will give you absolute privacy in your own secluded glade, with a butler on call to ensure everyone has the time of their lives. Just another luxury to make this stay in the Maldives perfect for everyone.
And Siyam World boasts its unbeatable WOW! 24-hour all-inclusive premium plan, with over 12 bars and restaurants to choose from, so you can feast on fish, dine on curries, or have whatever you want.
Unwind at Siyam World’s Veyo Spa: a sanctuary within the resort’s tropical grounds
When it comes to the most exclusive archipelago in the world, romance abounds, but there’s so much more to discover too. Get back to nature, reconnect with loved ones and rediscover the love of sport, all in one of the most unspoilt corners of the world.
Planning your ideal Maldives vacation starts with finding the perfect resort for your ultimate island getaway.
- Book directly with Sun Siyam Resorts (sunsiyam.com) to unlock exclusive offers.
Affordable Luxury Travel (affordableluxurytravel.co.uk 0203 023 7776) sells holidays to the five Sun Siyam Resorts in the Maldives. Prices start from £2,699 pp for a premium all-inclusive holiday, based on two people sharing a beach suite with pool at Sun Siyam Iru Veli, departing June. Or £1,799 pp based on two adults and two children under 12 for a premium all-inclusive stay sharing a lagoon villa with pool and waterslide at Siyam World departing July. Both packages include international flights and transfers.


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Southampton are in a race against time to sign Spartak Moscow star Quincy Promes before Wednesday’s transfer deadline.
It is understood the Saints’ attempts to land the Netherlands international is being met by resistance from the Russian club.
With the coffers swelled by the recent record-breaking £75million sale of Virgil van Dijk to Liverpool, struggling Saints are attempting to strengthen their squad before Wednesday’s transfer deadline.
Monaco striker Guido Carrillo has already arrived this month for a club-record fee and Mauricio Pellegrino would like to bolster his struggling side’s attack further with Promes.
The 26-year-old is understood to be interested in a move to St Mary’s, but negotiations are proving tough due to Spartak’s understandable reluctance to sell their star turn.
Promes is currently in Marbella with the Russian team at a training camp, with a friendly scheduled against Bulgarian side CSKA Sofia on Wednesday.
Time is running out for Saints to sign the attacker as Pellegrino looks to improve his side.
Asked about the possibility of movement before the window shuts, the Southampton boss said: “It’s possible. It’s probable.
“We never know but we have got some interest that maybe some of our players can go on loan but depends on the other club too.
“In the middle of negotiations there are money and budgets and after in the opposite way the same.
“We want to bring a player but it is difficult for us.”


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Creating clear and concise content has many advantages for your brand, audience, and search engine optimization. In this article, we list seven benefits of concise content.
The trend in content marketing is toward ever-longer articles. Long-form content is considered to be more effective, offering more reader value and search ranking advantages. These are all excellent benefits, but shorter content can provide plenty of value. Clear, concise content can help you gain and keep readers' attention. Your message is more specific and more likely to be remembered. Here are seven (brief) reasons you may want to go short from time to time.
1. Fast-Paced World
From social media status updates to 24-hour news soundbites, it's a fast-paced world. Consumers are used to reading messages that get straight to the point and may skip over lengthy pieces that seem like an effort to read.
2. Skimmable Information
Those who do take the time to read your content often skim through it first before deciding if it's worthy of closer attention. Shorter content makes this easier and makes a favorable decision far more likely.
3. Greater Impact
A short piece that focuses on a single point will have a greater immediate impact than a longer article covering broader ground. However, when you have an important message to deliver, don't dilute its power by introducing too many competing concepts.
4. Mobile Accessibility
Although today's smartphone technology is awe-inspiring, the fact remains that a reader doesn't want to be confronted with a wall of tiny text on a small screen. In addition, shorter content is far easier to consume during the morning commute or in other on-the-go situations.
5. Resource Efficiency
Simply put, shorter content is usually easier, quicker, and less expensive to produce than longer pieces while still offering value for the reader. So, save the more resource-intensive long format for your blockbuster posts which explore ideas in greater depth.
6. Topic Range
The relative ease of production means you can cover a broader range of topics within your niche, testing for popular angles which you can expand upon later.
7. Focused Writing
Lastly, aiming for shorter content encourages writing that focuses on the message instead of an arbitrary word count. Tighter content without padding is always stronger, whatever your aim.
Great content comes in various formats, styles, and topics. An effective marketing strategy will use as wide a range as possible. Long-form content has many benefits, but it's not always better - sometimes, shorter really is sweeter.


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2013 Lincoln MKZ Performance
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Although the 2013 Lincoln MKZ offers a choice of two powerful engines, some reviewers say that it isn’t very fun to drive. Still, the MKZ earns praise from one auto writer, who says that its comfortable driving dynamics are in-line with competing sedans from Acura and Lexus.
- "It's comfortably pleasant over long, straight roads, and not at all tiresome-in the context of comparably priced Lexuses, Acuras, Audis and Cadillacs, and not Bentleys. There's minimal wind noise, and generally good management of unwanted ambient noise." -- AutoWeek
- "As hard as the 2013 Lincoln MKZ tries to be cutting-edge, this Lincoln is remarkably ordinary to drive." -- Edmunds
- "It's no BMW 3 Series or Cadillac ATS, nor should anyone expect it to be, given its luxury cruiser leanings, but the suspension has a good amount of front roll stiffness and the steering has more weight to it than expected, though there's not much feel to it." -- Motor Trend
- "We liked the Lincoln Drive Control's Sport mode the best of the three choices (Sport, Normal and Comfort) as the other two settings were comparatively soft and sluggish. And yes, there is a noticable difference between each." -- Autoblog
Acceleration and Power
The 2013 Lincoln MKZ comes with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that generates 240 horsepower. Front-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission are standard, while all-wheel drive and a 300-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 engine are optional. The EPA reports that the 2013 MKZ gets up to 22/33 mpg city/highway, which is better than most upscale midsize cars.
While the MKZ’s base engine offers as much power as cars like the BMW 328i, one reviewer says that it can sound unrefined at higher rpms. The optional V6 earns praise from one test driver, who says that it offers ample power in most situations. However, another critic writes that the V6-powered MKZ isn’t very exciting to drive. One reviewer says that the transmission is well-matched to the optional V6.
- "The V-6 always pulls strongly, and there's a throaty roar from the twin exhaust outlets. A broad spread of torque helps to ensure that the six-speed automatic always seems to find the right gear." -- Automobile Magazine
- "This 2.0-liter turbo is powerful enough for a car of the MKZ's cut, and reasonably exhilarating if you actually hold gears and exercise the manual-shift paddles on the steering wheel. But it gets buzzy up near its 6500-rpm redline, even with the high-tech digital sound processing." -- AutoWeek
- "Yet this is the least exciting 300-hp V6 in existence. There's no exhaust character of any kind, while the engine gathers power steadily with a corresponding increase in intake noise as you approach the 6,500-rpm redline. You'll never remember any of it tomorrow." -- Edmunds
- "Like most cars these days, the gearbox is chasing fuel economy so it takes a bit of coaxing to drop it into lower gears to induce thrust. There are paddles on the steering wheel (downshift on the left, and upshift on the right), but we never felt the urge to use them." -- Autoblog
The 2013 MKZ is also available in a hybrid model, which has a four-cylinder engine and an electric motor. The 2013 MKZ Hybrid gets 38/37 mpg city/highway, which is above average for an upscale hybrid car.
Test drivers complain that the MKZ Hybrid’s gas engine can be noisy, but they say it has sufficient highway passing power.
- "... in notoriously enraging Santa Monica traffic, we eased forth from a stoplight when the battery showed a 1/3 charge and the gasoline engine kicked in, noisily." -- AutoWeek
- "There's generally enough passing power on the highway, too, especially if you plan ahead." -- Edmunds
Handling and Braking
While one test driver is pleased with the MKZ’s combination of a comfortable ride and balanced handling, other reviewers aren’t as impressed. The MKZ’s standard Lincoln Drive Control system can alter suspension and steering characteristics, but critics note that the Comfort mode gives the MKZ driving dynamics that are ponderous and floaty. One test driver says that the Normal mode is even worse, as it combines lackluster handling with a harsh ride. The MKZ also loses points for its vague steering feel, though one auto writer is pleased with its strong brakes.
- "The Normal mode between these two extremes actually combines the worst of both, delivering a floaty ride even as the suspension crashes over road imperfections." -- Automobile Magazine
- "The ride/response balance was just about spot-on over the washboard that is Interstate 94. We'll need more sporting opportunities for definitive conclusions, but we can say with reasonable confidence that the MKZ is more willing to change direction quickly than any Lincoln before." -- AutoWeek
- "The MKZ's suspension is adjustable, and switching to the MKZ's Comfort mode does soften the ride. But it's at the sacrifice of composure. Suddenly it feels floaty over large bumps, while those tires are still crashing over the small road imperfections. This is extremely disappointing in an entry-luxury sedan in this price range." -- Edmunds
- "The brakes seemed strong for a street car, but steering feel was numb and missing feedback." -- Autoblog