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Oscar-winning director Steven Soderbergh’s (The Informant!) upcoming movie Contagion gives new meaning to telling someone, “Don’t touch me!” The action-thriller about a deadly virus going global is redolent of a horror movie with real world issues. The film is not so much focused on how to stop the spread of the virus, but how the world reacts after it has already gone universal.
Written by Scott Burns (also, The Informant!), Contagion revolves around a group of international doctors as they race against time to suppress the air-born agent before it devastates the entire world. The film’s enormous ensemble includes Jude Law (Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows), Matt Damon (The Adjustment Bureau), Kate Winslet (Revolutionary Road), Marion Cotillard (Midnight in Paris), Gwyneth Paltrow (Country Strong), Elliot Gould (The Encore of Tony Duran), Lawrence Fishburne (Predators), and Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad).
Along with the first (and so far only) trailer, Warner Bros. recently released two TV spots. “Don’t talk to anyone. Don’t touch anyone.” Contagion opens in theaters and IMAX September 9th.
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|Nyonya Food Festival at The Wall|
The Nyonya food festival is starting off from 18th of July at The Wall, and it will continue till the 3rd of August, 2014. As I am a major fan of Nyonya, or Nonya food (literally translating to “auntie cuisine”), I ambled over to The Wall, and checked out for myself the things they have on offer.
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I was greeted by Chef Sushanta Sengupta, who was patiently explaining things for my benefit. He had devised a short, but succinct special menu which would be featured throughout, and he told me, while I sipped on my drink, the menu selection.
“We had to consider two things – taste and availability. While all the dishes here are authentic, they were selected on the basis of the availability of fresh ingredients. Typically, Nyonya food is very spicy, and we have toned down the level of heat slightly, but otherwise, the dishes are mostly kept the way they are, so that, those who have visited South East Asia and would love a taste of the food here in Kolkata, can find it at The Wall.”
|Chef Sushanta Sengupta|
I asked him what he thought would be instant hits here. “Definitely the Butter Fried Prawns, which is really striking with the use of curry leaves and butter, while tossing the crisp prawns. Also, the Nyonya fried chicken. But then, in the main course, we have Ayam Pengteh, which is a lovely chicken dish with fermented beans, that has really unusual flavors.”
So we progressed to the meal and started off with the Mee Siam – roughly translated to Siamese Noodles. This was a beautiful, tangy broth scented with cilantro and tamarind, with pieces of mushrooms, bean sprouts, chicken and battered and deep fried tofu. The soup was comforting on a rainy day.
The Rojak was spicy, sweet and sour. I am not much of a Rojak lover, but this was good.
|Nyonya Cabbage in Coconut Milk|
The cabbage in coconut milk was very delicate, where you could feel the presence of the coconut milk, but it was not overwhelming. There was a hit of heat here, which was welcome.
|Butter Fried Prawns|
Okay. Crispy prawns. Scratch that. Crunchy prawns. Smelling of butter, coconut, and curry leaves. Need I say more?
|Whole Steamed Fish, Nyonya Style|
The fish used here was a fillet of red snapper. It was very similar to a Mandarin Fish, but then again, it had the presence of heat from some Thai Chillies, and some mushrooms, which had soaked up some of the light, soy based broth. The fish was delicate and perfect with some rice.
|Nyonya Fried Chicken with Kecup Manis|
I sort of zoned into the Nyonya fried chicken, simply because I wanted more of the dark, sweet Kecup Manis on it, and the crunchy, juicy chicken pieces, smelling of turmeric and curry. I would happily eat a few plates of these. And well, I did.
|Jellied Mango Pudding|
I decided on the Jellied Mango Pudding. I have always felt that Malaysian menus tend to flop in India because of the lack of desserts which would be truly appreciated. Chef Sushanta explained the general boost of coconut-heavy desserts in South East Asia to me. “You see, most people of South East Asia is lactose-intolerant, hence their prevalent love for coconut milk and sugar. Except Philippines of course! They are Portuguese-inspired, and makes amazing cakes.” I agreed solemnly and dove into the mango pudding. It was mild, sweet but not overwhelmingly so, with a dab of whipped cream and fresh coconut on top. It sort of made me change my opinion about Malay desserts with its creamy, yet mild flavors.
The menu at The Wall contains all this and more. I checked out the Prawn Curry with Pineapple, the Otak Otak (fish cake), and a few other very interesting things on their menu. Check it out while the festival is on!
Disclaimer: Poorna Banerjee was invited by The Wall to dine at the Nyonya Food Festival.

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Kongo and KA’a at the Rojak Rendez-vous
Kongo and Kaa at the Rojak Rendez-vous
Singaporean urban art collective RSCLS presents the Rojak Rendezvous- a 4 day festival celebrating French and Singaporean culture through the medium of urban art. The festival will see a ménage a trois of a live art jam, master class workshop and artist talk.
In an effort to encourage understanding of the art form, French artists Kongo and KA’a and Singaporean artists Antz, Clogtwo, Zero, SKL0 will share their unique practices - artistic practices that have been shaped by the unique urban landscapes of the cities that each artist hails from. From the streets of Narvaland and Paris to the back alleys of Jalan Besar and Arab Street, audiences will be taken on a journey to explore and understand the unique paradox of urban arts through the nozzles of these artists.
14-15 March, 3pm-10pm LIVE ART JAM at The Substation. Artists Kongo, KA’a and RSCLS come together to create a mural on the walls of the Substation.
16 March, 12pm-6pm MASTER CLASS WORKSHOP at the RSCLS Studio. Learn technique, idea development and conceptualization from Kongo, KA’a or RSCLS. The workshop is conducted by each artist/ collective to a select number of applicants in an exclusive and intimate setting. Application for the Masterclass is now open. Send your name, age, contact number, email address and link to your online portfolio / 3 images of your past work to firstname.lastname@example.org. Shortlisted applicants will be notified.
17 March, 12pm-3pm ARTIST TALK at The Substation Theatre. Get into the brains of the invited artists and speakers in this personal artist talk as they share their unique practices; artistic practices that have been shaped by the unique urban landscapes that each artist hails from. Questions are open to the floor and dialogue is encouraged. This event is open for all. Speakers: Kongo (Fr), KA’a (Fr), ZERO (Sg), SKL0 (Sg), Trase One (Sg)
For more updates, please visit the RSCLS page on Facebook.

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SNAPPED: Christina Aguilera at the 2010 MTV Movie Awards
Christina Aguilera made an appearance on the red carpet at the 2010 MTV Movie Awards just moments ago. She is set to perform new songs from her latest album Bionic later tonight.
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Laundromat attack might not be the only one of its kind
Updated On: Jan 25 2014 10:59:38 AM CST
A new video has surfaced of another assault inside of a laundromat in downtown Reading.
The video captures a woman in her 80s being attacked and thrown to the ground by a man, who sources say, also stole $20 from the victim.
The crime happened at the Penn Street Laundromat in the 900 block of Penn Street.
69 News showed the video to criminal investigators.
Authorities said they would look into whether this attack is related to the brutal attack on a 49-year-old homeless man that happened just one day earlier, Jan. 12, in the very same laundromat.
During that crime, surveillance cameras captured a group of at least four people beating a homeless man, inside the laundromat, with a cone, trash can, and a laundry basket.
"The gentleman received permission from the business owner that, on extremely cold nights, he would be able to go in there and seek shelter, and that's the reason he was in there," said Sgt. John Solecki, Reading police. "He wasn't bothering anyone. He was just in the back corner sleeping when these individuals entered."
Police have charged Ana Ferrer-Reyes and Keith Darnell Allison in connection with the assault on the homeless man.
They are still looking for two more people.
Anybody with information is asked to call Crime Alert: Berks County immediately.
The number is 877-373-9913.
Anonymous calls are accepted, and you could earn up to a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.
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Berks man dies in accident after hitting tree, overturning vehicle
Berks man charged in theft of millions in public money
Woman killed, 2 others injured in crash that closed Pa. Turnpike
Deadly pedestrian accident investigated as hit-and-run, police say
Phillipsburg band teacher arrested, charged for taping student
Allentown teacher dies in motorcycle accident
Womelsdorf man struck, killed trying to cross Route 422
PPL proposes new 725-mile regional transmission line
Mom charged in case of baby found in trash bag
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IN NEW SEASON 2019 CRONWELL’S SERMILIA RESORT IS BETTING ON ULTRA ALL-INCLUSIVE FAMILY VACATIONS
Good news for those who planning family vacations in Greece. One more Cronwell resort switches to Ultra All-Inclusive concept with multiple options for kids and families.
In new season Cronwell Resort Sermilia offers to escape from unexpected expenses and from the need to plan a budget and instead of this focus on vacations, entertainment and explore the local color. The rates will include:
-Meals in hotel
-Beverages in hotel
-Animation program for kids and adults in hotel premises
-Use of resort’s amenities (except of SPA center)
Ultra All-inclusive program in Cronwell Resort Sermilia will include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks as well (alcoholic drinks of international brands) in the buffet restaurant. Guests will be offered a wide choice of seafood, fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables, and tempting desserts. Except for the main restaurant, guests are welcome to visit 3 bars on the site – Lobby Bar, Pool Bar and Sky Bar with self-service. Guests will be offered a wide range of warm and cold drinks, juices and famous cocktails, local brands of wine and beer, local alcoholic drinks (ouzo, tsipouro) and alcoholic drinks of international brands – whisky, vodka, gin, tequila (white /yellow), rom, martini (bianco/dry/rosso), Campari. Traditional 5 o’ clock tea with local pastry will be by no means served daily in the Lobby.
Ultra All-inclusive concept is exceptionally comfortable for family travel. It’s therefore not surprising that in 2019 Sermilia is upgrading facilities for children and families. Parents will certainly appreciate additional childcare services. Besides traditional kids’ club, where need prior registration, in the main building will be functional special equipped cinema, where dance and entertainment programs of all kinds will be performed as well. Main performances stay will be held on the main open-air stage, besides. Near the pine park, there will be another kids’ area for games, sports competitions, and entertainment events. Animators’ team will organize activities for the whole family throughout the day.
The concept of an animation program in the hotel is significantly improved. In priority - entertainment and sports programs for the whole family, shows for children, creative workshops and bright dances.
All Inclusive is more than just room and board. This is a philosophy of vacations and an important step towards family tourism
Cronwell Resort Sermilia is a new 5* luxury hotel, located in the picturesque village Psakoudia (Chalkidiki) surrounded by ever-green pines, few steps from the sea. Prime location, between first and second peninsula (Kassandra and Sithonia) makes Sermilia an ideal place for corporate events and family vacations, providing great options for sightseen and leisure.
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From Randy Anderson via BBC NEWS:
Music tastes link to personality
Musical tastes and personality type are closely related, according to a study of more than 36,000 people from around the world.
The research, which was carried out by Professor Adrian North of Heriot-Watt University, is said to be the largest such study ever undertaken.
It suggested classical music fans were shy, while heavy metal aficionados were gentle and at ease with themselves.
Professor North described the research as "significant" and "surprising".
He said: "We have always suspected a link between music taste and personality. This is the first time that we've been able to look at it in real detail. No-one has ever done this on this scale before."
Prof North said the research could have many uses in marketing, adding: "If you know a person's music preference you can tell what kind of person they are, who to sell to.
"There are obvious implications for the music industry who are are worried about declining CD sales.
"One of the most surprising things is the similarities between fans of classical music and heavy metal. They're both creative and at ease but not outgoing.
HAVE YOUR SAY
Don't worry about what people think of you because of the music you listen to. Music is the best thing in the world Steve Harding, Wiltshire, UK
"The general public has held a stereotype of heavy metal fans being suicidally depressed and of being a danger to themselves and society in general. But they are quite delicate things."
More than 36,000 people from all over the world were asked to rate 104 musical styles and also questioned about aspects of their personality.
The study is continuing and Prof North, who is head of the university's department of applied psychology, is still looking for participants to take part in a short online questionnaire.
MUSICAL STYLES VERSUS PERSONALITY TRAITS
BLUES High self-esteem, creative, outgoing, gentle and at ease
JAZZ High self-esteem, creative, outgoing and at ease
CLASSICAL MUSIC High self-esteem, creative, introvert and at ease
RAP High self-esteem, outgoing
OPERA High self-esteem, creative, gentle
COUNTRY AND WESTERN Hardworking, outgoing
REGGAE High self-esteem, creative, not hardworking, outgoing, gentle and at ease
DANCE Creative, outgoing, not gentle
INDIE Low self-esteem, creative, not hard working, not gentle
BOLLYWOOD Creative, outgoing
ROCK/HEAVY METAL Low self-esteem, creative, not hard-working, not outgoing, gentle, at ease
CHART POP High self-esteem, not creative, hardworking, outgoing, gentle, not at ease
SOUL High self-esteem, creative, outgoing, gentle, at ease
Source: Heriot-Watt University

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One of the best weapons against heart disease is a heart-healthy diet, but for some, eating heart healthy isn't easy.
And that's why I've teamed up with local dietitians to create a heart-based eating plan that I pledge to follow for the next 30 days to see what exactly it takes.
Heart-healthy eating includes a lot of vegetables and fruits, lean proteins, whole grains and healthy fats like olive oil, according to Medical City Las Colinas dietitians Shanny Neely and Katie Boguslawski.
It may sound easy, but sticking to guidelines in an eating plan, like the one they created for me to follow over the next 30 days, is a challenge for millions of Americans.
Neely says people may be hesitant because they think they have to eat organic or that they can't afford a heart-healthy diet.
Not true, she says. You don't need organic. And frozen vegetables tend to be cheaper.
"You get into a social setting like the Super Bowl coming up, and you forget about the diet," Boguslawski said.
So take your own snacks to the watch party, like carrots and a healthy dip.
"They think, 'If I don't want to eat vegetables, then I can't follow a heart-healthy diet," Neely said.
Then try veggies that don't taste like veggies, like cauliflower pizza. Seasonings can also change the taste of your vegetables.
The biggest thing that jumps out at me: how much preparation I have to do at home, how much cooking I have to do, but that's hard with three kids.
"A lot of times, I tell my patients or my clients they need to plan ahead, especially on weekends when they have more time, they can do most of the prepping. If they cook in bulk, they can freeze it," Neely said.
And Neely adds, "If you eat one food that doesn't go with your eating plan, that's not the end of the world just go back to healthy eating."
If you'd like to join me on this month of heart healthy eating, find the eating plan, plus recipes and tips below, and follow along on my Facebook page.


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Who Dun It
Still working on getting pics and videos off of my camera and onto my borrowed laptop. There is a way, I am simply not computer savvy enough to do it. Frustrating at best.
On a happier note...I have begun my new novel. It's set in a small town in Appalachia and involves a murder investigation conducted by several individuals who have, shall I say, unique talents. Working title is Who Dun It.


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- 1 Where do olive trees grow in Greece?
- 2 Why did the Greeks grow olive trees?
- 3 What is special about olives in Greece?
- 4 What country has the most olive trees?
- 5 Are olive trees native to Greece?
- 6 Can avocado trees grow in Greece?
- 7 What does the olive tree signify?
- 8 What is the story of the olive tree?
- 9 Where does the olive tree come from?
- 10 Are Greek olives good for you?
- 11 What kind of olives are Greek?
- 12 Are green olives healthier than black olives?
- 13 What is the lifespan of an olive tree?
- 14 Where is the oldest olive tree in the world?
- 15 Which country is famous for olive oil?
Where do olive trees grow in Greece?
These olives are exclusively grown in the northern region of Greece known as Halkidiki. They are a predominantly green olive that is oval in shape with a characteristic tip on one end. The olive is usually large in size and is actually known as the fat olive (hondroelia) in Greece.
Why did the Greeks grow olive trees?
The Goddess ‘Athena’ was believed to have gifted an olive tree to the Athenians which grew next to the Acropolis, presumably in honor of the city state’s devotion to her. The symbol of the olive tree has very deep roots in Greek tradition; it symbolizes wealth, health, beauty, wisdom and abundance.
What is special about olives in Greece?
The ancient Greeks ascribed the olives divine origins. Homer attributed olive oil as liquid gold and Sophocles, entitled the olive tree “the tree that feeds children”. Olives were regarded a symbol of peace, while olive branches were regarded as a sign of respect in ancient times.
What country has the most olive trees?
Olives Production – Source FAO
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Are olive trees native to Greece?
The indigenous olive tree (wild olive tree) first appeared in the eastern Mediterranean but it was in Greece that it was first cultivated. Since then, the presence of the olive tree in the Greek region has been uninterrupted and closely connected with the traditions and the culture of the Greek people.
Can avocado trees grow in Greece?
Avocado trees have been found growing near Athens and on the Islands of Crete and Rhodes as well as in the Pelloponesus. All these trees, healthy and growing vigorously, were of varying seedling variety and bearing season, indicating that the climate of Greece is very hospitable to the avocado.
What does the olive tree signify?
Olive Tree is a symbol of peace, wisdom, fertility, prosperity, health, luck, victory, stability and tranquillity. Moreover, the olive tree symbolizes the eternal link between man and the earth. No other tree in Greece has been praised, painted, sung as much as the olive tree.
What is the story of the olive tree?
The olive tree is a symbol in biblical history as well. In the story of Noah’s ark, once all the waters of the flood has receded, Noah sent a dove out of the ark, and the dove returned carrying an olive branch, from that point on the olive branch has forever been recognized as a symbol of peace.
Where does the olive tree come from?
Where in the world did the olive originate? The olive was native to Asia Minor and spread from Iran, Syria and Palestine to the rest of the Mediterranean basin 6,000 years ago. It is among the oldest known cultivated trees in the world – being grown before the written language was invented.
Are Greek olives good for you?
Kalamata olives are a type of olive named after the city of Kalamata, Greece, where they were first grown. Like most olives, they’re rich in antioxidants and healthy fats and have been linked to multiple health benefits, including protection against heart disease.
What kind of olives are Greek?
Different Types of Greek Olives
- Kalamata. By far, Kalamata olives are the most well known.
- Conservolia. Olives that belong to the conservolia variety, such as Volos, Amphissa, Agrinio, Stylida, and Atalanta are all common olives that are used exclusively to make olive oil.
Are green olives healthier than black olives?
“There are no nutritional differences between green and black olives. Olives are endowed with high amounts of good monounsaturated fat and minerals, such as iron and copper. They’re also rich in vitamin E, polyphenols and flavonoids, which are antioxidants [that] have anti-inflammatory benefits.”
What is the lifespan of an olive tree?
The oldest known olive tree is 1500 years old, but the average life span is 500 years.
Where is the oldest olive tree in the world?
The al Badawi olive tree in Bethlehem, which researchers peg to somewhere between 4,000 and 5,000 years old, is likely the oldest living olive tree in the world. Though the tree is exceedingly old, in this ancient region of the Middle East the practice of squeezing oil from olives is even older.
Which country is famous for olive oil?
1. Spain. Starting with olive oil royalty, Spain has been producing quality olive oil for years. With a record of 1,059,194 tons of olive oil being produced from 1994 to 2013, according to FAOSTAT, Spain is a heavyweight provider.


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American horror films are in a rough state. First there are the remakes that try to modernize an already established form but fail at doing so; then you have the “splat pack” that cares more about one-upping each other than the actual quality of their films. Haunted Forest falls into neither of these categories; it actually falls into a category that’s much worse: The Imitation.
The imitation horror film has zero originality, zilch creativity, and not a single unique bone in its body. Unlike the remakes that attempt to bring something new and updated to a film, or the gore hounds that try to push boundaries, the imitation is just a copy of a copy; like a red-headed twin nobody wants.
Every thing in Haunted Forest has been done better somewhere else. Although I expect repetition in horror films, the extent of it in “Haunted Forest” is abysmal. The trite plot isn’t the only problem; it’s everything else in relation to it, as well. Usually if a film is lacking in a particular area, something else makes up for it. That way, if the film is terrible, than the viewer can leave with, “Well, at least the dialogue was funny,” or “Well, at least the actors were hot.” Haunted Forest has nothing to offer, gives up half way through the movie, and fails in every way possible.
Three friends set out into the woods to look for a missing man and also explore the legend of Satinka (Kiralee Hayashi), a vengeful ghost with twigs for fingers whose spirit has been trapped inside a sacred tree. The legend goes that if one is stabbed with a twig, the spirit of Satinka will come and drag you into the ground to become the roots of the sacred tree, or something like that. Of course, as soon as the campers step foot into the forest they begin to disappear one by one. There’s also a crazy hunter in the forest who runs around, stalks the campers and, well, acts crazy. All of them are fighting to find the sacred tree.
Haunted Forest is clearly a rip-off of recent East Asian horror films like Ringu or Kairo. The long-haired, vengeful female ghost is typical for most East Asian horror films and is taken from ancient folklore and legends. Rarely do you see it in Western films, unless it’s a remake. Clearly Haunted Forest wanted to the milk the popularity of J-Horror, but its influence here is too obvious and trivial. The lack of originality keeps the ghost from being truly scary and most viewers will simply roll their eyes since they’ve seen it all before.
For example, there’s a scene where Satinka’s body is pulled from the sacred tree. Wait, this sounds familiar. Oh yeah, there was a similar scene in Ringu where Sadako’s body is pulled from the well. Of course, in Haunted Forest it’s less cathartic.
In addition to the copy cat plot, the characters are as interesting as high school math homework and their lack of personalities make it hard to have a single ounce of empathy for any of them. Instead of spending time adding depth to the characters, most of that time is spent watching the characters run around screaming, “Where’s [missing friend]?!” for the millionth time. The scene then cuts to [missing friend] tied to a tree looking particularly squirm-ish. Most of the characters in the film are useless and are simply there for the ride.
One character, a camper the gang finds along the way, is especially worthless and spends most of the film standing around looking mildly concerned. At the end of the film, she’s seen calmly leaving the forest like she just left the spa. There’s also the character of the crazy hunter whom we later find out is aiding in Satinka’s hunt. Although his character has the most potential for conflict, he turns out not to be so scary after all and is just a stereotypical crazy hunter. The others get rid of him pretty easily.
The ancient horror cliché of every character being in complete denial is there, too. When the campers start disappearing it takes ages for someone to hint that maybe, just maybe, the ghost had something to do with it. And even when that’s finally mentioned, the rest of the characters roll their eyes in disbelief. Wait a minute, isn’t the reason they’re there in the first place is to find the ghost? If anything, they would know something was afoul by the first disappearance, but of course, that would require thought and logic, which this film clearly lacks.
As for extras, there are no extras. But do you really want to hear the director stumble through a commentary trying to defend this dreck? Of course not, which is probably why it’s not on the DVD. Rarely is there a film that has no good qualities; usually there’s always something to account for its mediocrity, but here I have to disagree.
There is nothing good about this film. Nothing. There are no pros, just a big steaming pile of cons. By far, this is possibly the worst horror film to come out in the last few years; an unfortunate title appropriate for an imitation horror film.


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The new year is finally here, and with it comes adventurous globetrotters scrambling to fill journals with goals for 2023. Right before our very eyes lies the golden opportunity to plan ahead and make the upcoming 365 days utterly fulfilling.
What does that mean for both seasoned and inexperienced travelers? Plans to travel and create extraordinary experiences all live on the forefront of our minds. In fact, Forbes cites the Virtuoso study that “found travelers are, on average, booking trips farther ahead for 2023 than they did back in 2019.” Well join the club! Start setting your travel goals and search for the destination that will make this year stand out among all the ones before it.
What’s your ultimate travel goal? Leisure? Adventure? Or is it the thrill of something new, a place that amplifies your passion for exploring the world? You’ll find your answer right here, in the shape of a pocket-sized country named Belize. A trip to the shores and jungles of this tiny and eclectic nation will surprise you with what all it can offer.
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After the tumultuous nature of the past three years, we think it’s safe to say you deserve a luxury vacation. Pamper yourself and discover what real relaxation means in the dense forests of Belize’s Cayo district. With the ultimate blend of nature and opulence, Chaa Creek will quickly become one of your favorite destination spots.
A stay at Chaa Creek fulfills more than one goal on your New Year’s resolutions. Attaining a deep connection with nature? Check. Receiving an avant-garde experience? Check. Indulging in self-care and me-time? Of course! This nirvana tucked between heaven-touching mountains and life-sustaining forests is the essence of eco-luxury.
While more people seek to travel and stay in environmentally conscious places, Chaa Creek takes it all in stride. Using sustainable practices such as solar panels, recyclable materials and even cultivating from their very own organic garden makes it a top choice for eco-luxe travelers. It builds the perfect relationship with Mother Nature; we bask in her presence and do our best to give back what we take.
What else does a trip to Belize entail other than its captivating ambience and magnificent amenities? Its people, of course! When you look for places to visit, it’s important to read a little about its culture.
Forbes notes that “90% of respondents want to experience a destination ‘like a local’ and two-thirds of millennial respondents specifically worry about whether it’s an authentic experience.”
With Belize, you won’t need to do a lot of research to learn about its diverse society and their easy going nature. It wouldn’t be a surprise to meet most–if not all– of the various ethnicities it provides a home for.
A touch-down in Belize City has you greeted like an old friend, and an arrival at Chaa Creek has you welcomed like a regular. Truly providing an authentic experience, Chaa Creek does it all. A walk through the vast property with your friendly guide Mesheck will leave you smiling until your cheeks hurt and returning with more than a handful of fun facts!
For lunch, book a cooking class with the Open Hearth Culinary experience and learn from Ms. Luby herself how she cooks traditional Belizean meals.
Everyday is dedicated to a different culture and menu, so book whichever appeals to your taste buds! For the rest of the afternoon, plan a trip to the nearby town of San Ignacio and meet locals eager to talk about their country. After all, we were named by Condé Nast as one of the friendliest countries in the world.
The Perfect “Hush Trip” Destination
As we continue shaping our relationship with travel this year, we must learn to take advantage of all the new trends! Specifically, the new “hush trip” phenomenon. Hush trips refer to digital nomads going on vacation for a week or two without needing to tell their employer and still logging in to work when necessary. Is it that easy?
Once your destination has great wi-fi and workspace, it is! As luck would have it, Chaa Creek has many spaces and excellent Wi-Fi services that make it effortless to log in to that Slack channel comfortably. As remote work continues booming across the world, it doesn’t mean you should stay stuck in your four-wall home office!
A change in scenery does wonders for your mental wellbeing. It would be no shock if you even work better than before your little hush trip. No one has to know right? Imagine it: just you, your laptop or mobile phone, relaxing by the Infinity Pool cocktail in hand.. Sounds like heaven just thinking about it.
We Can Never Run Out Of Travel Trends To Explore!
Make the most out of the new year and discover how traveling to Belize in 2023 may become the best resolution to ever fulfill. If you need help choosing dates and packages, your friends at Chaa Creek can point you in the right direction. Contact us at reservation[at]chaacreek.com for any inquiries.

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The queen of pop isn't dead
Rumors of Madonna's irrelevance have been greatly exaggerated.
They started almost three decades ago, when her second album was supposed to be a flop. It was "Like a Virgin," and we all know how that turned out. Rumblings resurface every few years - "Shanghai Surprise," the "Sex/Erotica/Body of Evidence" trifecta, "American Life," 2008's uneven "Hard Candy."
This year's Super Bowl extravaganza, an introduction of sorts to "MDNA"-era Madonna, was supposed to signal another downturn. She's too old to be doing that. Too weirdly muscular. Too slow. Too silly. Why is LMFAO there? (A fair question, unless you're not sorry for party rockin'.)
At its core, however, it felt like a three-pronged attack: sexism, ageism and pop-ism. Nevermind that Madonna is the only pop star of an elite '80s group who has remained a true commercial force. (Prince, Cyndi Lauper, even fallen idols Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson were abandoned by radio years ago.)
There's no denying Madonna's iconic status, legacy or influence. She's moved more than 300 million records worldwide and is the Guinness World Records' best-selling female artist of all time. She's a member of the Rock Hall of Fame. Her Sticky & Sweet Tour is the most successful by a solo artist - ever. That boast is likely to be smashed by the upcoming trek, her biggest in years, which plays Oct. 24 and 25 at Toyota Center.
"MDNA" is already setting records, too. It hit No. 1 on iTunes in 50 countries and became the largest one-day preorder of any album in the site's history. Super Bowl-fueled first single "Give Me All Your Luvin" was Madonna's 38th top-10 hit, the most by any artist in chart history. More than Elvis. More than the Beatles. More than Jackson. (That song's shiny-happy sound, by the way, is nowhere near representative of the full album.)
But it's not just about numbers. The best pop music captures moments in time and typifies movements. It's both immediate and timeless, like the best of Madonna's catalog. Few artists today will likely stand that test of time. (I'm talking to you, Katy Perry.)
'MDNA' release party
(concert tickets, posters and more)
When: 9 p.m. Saturday
Where: South Beach, 810 Pacific
Admission: Free before 11 p.m. with VIP text (text SOBE to 46786); 713-529-7623 or southbeachthenightclub.com
(eighth annual event, featuring Madonna music and videos all night)
When: 9 p.m. April 21
Where: South Beach
Admission: Free before 10 p.m. with VIP text
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"MDNA," online and in stores Monday, flies, twirls and snaps in the face of all those accusations. It wisely draws inspiration from the fuzzy brilliance of "Ray of Light" and the luxurious grooves of "Confessions on a Dance Floor," two of Madonna's best albums.
At its best, this is deep, dark, sometimes disturbing dance music. There are a few sonic themes happening throughout, from after-hours club sweat to pop-starlet sparkle. Madonna says she felt like a "caged animal" during the process, and that urgency anchors the best tracks.
"Gang Bang" finds her wielding an ominous whisper atop a dank leather-bar groove. The lyrics are pure B-movie camp ("And if I see that bitch in hell/I'm gonna shoot him in the head again"), and as the title indicates, it evokes the smoky spirit of Cher's (or Nancy Sinatra, if you prefer) "Bang Bang." It's biting, aggressive and gleefully over-the-top.
"I'm Addicted" soars like a fluttering haze of dance-floor strobe lights and plays on the album title. MDMA is the clinical name for the drug ecstasy, and the song revels in a mix of danger and euphoria. M.I.A. features on the kitschy, '80s-inspired "Some Girls" and lends the song's entire framework a bit of her swagger. (The collaboration repeats on frisky bonus cut "B-Day Song.")
No current female is digging into such aggressive sounds. Not Gaga. Not Rihanna. Neither of whom would be around, by the way, if it weren't for Madonna. (Only Britney Spears, surprisingly enough, has mined similar territory on her past few albums.) It helps that Madonna doesn't pander to obvious production (RedOne, Max Martin, StarGate), instead enlisting William Orbit, Martin Solveig and Benny Benassi.
Second single "Girl Gone Wild" is hardly ground-breaking, but the beat and hook are undeniably infectious and pound more intently with each listen. The newly released video is an orgiastic homage to some of Madonna's most iconic imagery, including her "Sex" book. And like the best of her clips, it ups the appeal considerably.
To be sure, Madonna fills out the album with more commercial fare. "Turn Up the Radio" is a bright-eyed dance track tailored for airplay and sing-alongs; and "Superstar" is a pop trifle whose earnest wonder and lyrics ("You can have the password to my phone/I'll give you a massage when you get home") seem better-suited for a simpler singer. Daughter Lourdes contributes backing vocals, which might explain the girly feel.
There's a retro, '60s line running through "I'm a Sinner" and "Beautiful Killer," accessorized with swoops of disco. Madonna revisits her "American Life" rap cadence during "I Don't Give A," a superstar mom credo of sorts that drafts another Nicki Minaj cameo and a kooky operatic finale. It's so random it works. And she's likely addressing her dissolved marriage to filmmaker Guy Ritchie on pointed, poignant tracks "Best Friend" ("I miss your brain/The way you think/But I don't miss the way you used to drink") and "I F'ed Up" ("I'm sorry/I'm not afraid to say/I wish I could take you back but I can't").
"Falling Free" is the album's emotional showpiece, a somber, stop-start ballad built on eerie piano, gentle guitar licks and electronic twitches.
"Deep and pure our hearts align/Then I'm free, I'm free of mine," she repeats throughout the song's five-plus minutes. Love and loss in one gorgeous swoon. That's not the sound of irrelevance. It's the Queen of Pop, settling back into her throne.


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19 May Humans cause severe weather? Surprise!
It seems that we’re seeing or experiencing more frequent and severe weather events; and fingers are being pointed toward human activities (anthropogenic warming) as a contributing factor. Because of the human and economic devastation caused by severe weather, it is our nature to want to control these events if humans are considered a cause.
From an insurance perspective, we share the same desire whether it is controlling the causes or preventing damage. After all, insurance companies pay the bills and have the most money to lose when storms occur.
Our interest in the weather is a desire to minimize our customers’ losses when wind, lightning and water conspire to destroy property or threaten lives. So, are people causing problems or is something else going on?
A recent article in Carrier Management magazine discussed the data used by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). This group is described as “the scientific body under the auspices of the United Nations that reviews and assesses the scientific, technical and socio-economic information produced by scientists around the world.”
Looking at data dating back to 1851, Karen Clark of Karen Clark & Co. (no relation), concluded that the frequency of tropical cyclones has not so much increased as has the ability to detect storms. She notes that until aircraft and spacecraft began spotting and tracking storms, most data was gathered by mariners which limited the number of their observations.
Her other conclusion was that loss of life and property has certainly increased over time but mostly as a result of more people and property being close to where storms make landfall. Also, the value of those properties has increased tremendously. Little coastal communities that once featured seasonal summer cottages now sport multi-million dollar “McMansions” with docks, outbuildings and other expensive improvements.
The article concludes that frequency of weather events and human activity have no meaningful correlation. However, the statistical modeling suggests that toward the end of this century, the severity of storms may, indeed, be influenced by warming of the oceans caused in part by humans. A storm’s intensity is a function of air and water temperatures. The article states, “According to the climate models, hurricanes could be more intense by the end of the 21st century, with maximum wind speeds 2-11 percent higher than the current reference period.”
Is that increase a big deal? Actually, it is.
The article goes on to state that “losses increase exponentially with wind speeds” so, a two percent increase in wind speed can produce a 10 percent increase is damage. If the wind speed increases by 11 percent, resulting damage may increase by 50 percent!
Flood construction conversionBarring any meaningful change in human behavior, the insurance industry likely will focus its attention on damage prevention. For example, many homes that are being rebuilt in areas wiped out by Superstorm Sandy are elevated and have the core mechanical systems located above predictable water levels.
Even in Portland, Maine, the soon-to-be opened Marriott Courtyard on Commercial Street will have its power plant 14 feet above the high tide mark should sea levels rise along the city’s historic waterfront.
For businesses and homeowners located near the coast or along waterways, taking measures to redesign and fortify foundations as well as elevating heating and electrical systems could pay dividends. Should we worry here in Maine and New Hampshire? The Great Hurricane of 1938 that ripped its way up the Connecticut River Valley killed an estimated 700 people and caused the loss of 57,000 homes worth $4.7 billion in today’s dollars. Also, consider that by the time Hurricane Irene (2011) became little more than a drenching tropical storm, it nevertheless caused hundreds of millions of dollars worth of damage within rural Vermont and New Hampshire.
Conclusion: Do your part to not adversely impact the environment but as important, take steps to minimize potential property losses when planning new buildings, additions or renovations.
Illustrations from FEMA.GOV (RA7, November 2013)


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Once upon a time (1969 to be exact) this cat named Rodriquez (Sixto Diaz Rodriguez) from Detroit laid down the tracks for a killer album of psychedelic folk called Cold Facts, and is the case with many a record, it went unnoticed. Dude was ready to move on with living, and leave music behind, in fact, that’s what he did.
In the meantime, Cold Fact took on a life of its own in far off places like Australia and South Africa, where it had become some sort of cult classic. Who knew Rodriguez was a folk hero half a word away? Certainly, not Rodriguez. He just kept on keepin’ on. And things would’ve stayed that way had the reporter Craig Bartholemew not tracked him down. Some 25 years after its initial release, Rodriguez was finally touring in support of his debut release in South Africa.
Now, with the re-issue of Cold Fact on Light in the Attic, it’s time for us Yankees to hear what Rodriguez is all about.
Make no mistake about it, Cold Fact is a product of the late Sixties and it’s booming counter culture revolution. “Sugar Man” swings with an almost naive tone. Here drug dealers aren’t neighborhood pariahs, but fine young men offering a much needed escape from all the heavy sh*t goin’ down. Musically, it’s sparse, but brimming with exotic details like spooky, swirling keyboards, dub like effects reverberating off in the distance, and a ghostly echo as the song, and the artist, fades away.
MP3: Rodriquez – Sugar Man


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Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Theater & Conservatory Summer Programs 2016
Pre-Professional Summer Intensive
July 25th – August 18th, 2016
LVCDT’s Summer Intensive is a contemporary ballet, modern, and jazz intensive that also features specialty classes in hip-hop, african, musical theater, and more. Classes are geared towards learning cutting-edge choreography at an accelerated pace, in preparation for pre-professional levels. Students will be working along side the Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Theater company members, Directors, and special guests. This session will end with a performance at the West Las Vegas Library Theater on Thursday, August 18th. This performance will include original choreographic works created just for the students, as well as LVCDT Company Repertoire, and dances that highlight the variety of classes throughout the intensive! This program is for high school and college level students.
Children’s Summer Dance Workshop
June 13th – 24th, 2016
LVCDT’s Children’s Summer Dance Workshop is a ballet, modern, and jazz intensive that also features specialty classes in hip-hop, african, musical theater, and more. Classes are geared towards learning many dance techniques as well as choreography. Students will work in small groups to create their own routine and set designs that will be featured in a live in-studio performance of the Jungle Book. (ages 8-12)
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CEDAR CITY — The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on a plan to improve access at Parowan Gap.
The proposed project supports the BLM multiple-use mission by providing for the long-term preservation of cultural and paleontological resources at the site, as well as the restoration of habitat for threatened and endangered species like greater sage grouse and Utah prairie dog.
By replacing non-native and invasive species with native grasses and forbs, the BLM anticipates improving wildlife habitat and preventing continued erosion of some cultural resources currently threatened by noxious weeds.
The proposed project would also locate several new public parking areas away from cultural resources, stabilize areas to help prevent rock slides and provide other improvements.
The environmental assessment report is available on the Environmental Notification Bulletin Board at www.blm.gov/ut/enbb/index.php. Written comments will be accepted by letter or email until close of business March 3.
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Voters in the Logan County Independent School District are deciding today on a proposed $89.8 million lease-revenue bond program.
The proceeds would pay for a new 1,200-student high school in Guthrie, a new gym, a track, and soccer and softball fields.
The current high school would become the middle school campus, with the existing junior high to be converted into a community center. Other projects include repair of school parking lots, new technology, and textbooks.
If voters approve the bonds, the property tax rate would increase by $23.61 for each $100 of property tax paid. The tax on a $150,000 home in the district would increase by $354.15 a year.
Debt service on the lease-revenue bonds would be supported by proceeds from annual sales of the district’s general obligation bonds.
Voters rejected school bond proposals of $5.8 million in April 2009 and $12 millions in October 2008.
Both were favored by a majority of voters, but failed to achieve the 60% approval required by Oklahoma state law.
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A sign requesting 'No Soliciting' hangs on the door of the New England Compounding Center, the pharmacy that distributed a steroid linked to an outbreak of fungal meningitis, in Framingham, Mass. / AP / File
A federal judge has given the go-ahead to creditors of the New England Compounding Center to seek a freeze on the assets of the company owners of up $21 million. U.S. Judge Henry Boroff also approved a request to have an independent trustee oversee the liquidation of the firm.
NECC, based in Framingham, Mass., has been blamed by state and federal regulators for a fungal meningitis outbreak that has killed 44 people, 14 of them treated in Tennessee.
Immediately following Boroff’s approval, lawyers for the non-secured creditors filed a 28-page motion to have a judgment issued against the four company owners and three related companies — Ameridose LLC, Medical Sales Management and GDC Properties.
A hearing on that motion is scheduled for Friday in Springfield, Mass. The creditors have charged that NECC’s owners transferred millions of dollars from the compounding company even as the outbreak was unfolding.
In his order approving the appointment of a trustee, Boroff urged that the position be filled “as soon as reasonably possible.”
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A 403(b) plan administrator has acquired a Florida school plan administration group.
U.S. Retirement Partners Inc., Iselin, N.J., says it has scooped up JM & Associates, Orlando, Fla.; Michael A. Borgailo & Associates, Orlando; Summerfield Financial, Orlando; BRC Agency, Orlando; and Retirement Planning Associates, Orlando.
The firms, all owned by Joe Avallone, Michael Borgailo and David Payne, all run 403(b) plans for K-12 teachers, U.S. Retirement says.
The 403(b) plan group is the largest independent 403(b) plan administration firm in Florida and one of the largest in the country, U.S. Retirement says.
The group now has 100 advisors, and it now hopes to increase the total number of advisors to 140, Payne says.

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Oh my God, there is something wrong when I travel and just take 29 good pictures in one day, but that happened yesterday when me and my family had to travel to Oslo to get new passports. We took the dog with us in a train from Sandefjord to Oslo and he was amazing and then he got to wisit the Icelandic embassy with us also.
I think we saw at least 5 silver or bronz statue like men on the street and yes by the way, we did just walk this Karl Johan streen in Oslo this time. Last time I was there I was in 2 day’s and visited the 3 most important places I was told about. But with 5 hours you just walk this street up and down.
People, people, people everywhere and all kinds of people.
At the end of this main street in Oslo is the palace but you would not think “palace” when you see it, just like a big fancy ordinary house, you could imagine maybe concress or something like that, but not palace. But that is good you should not put gold and silver around the kings house he is in my appenion just like his nation and should live like that. So this is a good thing.
And people and people and people….
And people selling, and these women were just selling balloons in the shape of a sword, and we were thinking…. humm business idea I learn how to make one thing with ballons and make a bouce of it and get my mother and sister to dress like clowns and send them out to the street selling. Uff!
And yes, beggers they are all over, I just took a picture of this one yesterday and he didn’t even try to ask for the money, how sad this is to see so many beggers in a city that is rather rich and why don’t the police just take them off the street, I saw a police car drive up and down this street yesterday and they do nothing. Now the Icelandic Kristin is talking because this is something you just don’t see in Iceland and if the police see’s beggers they take them in, let them sleep over night and hopefully they find someone to take care of them tomorrow. But of cource that doesn’t happen all the time. But this is something I can not get use to. And my motto is not give beggers money, because in my oppintion this is a choice because if you would like, you could get help in að country like Norway.
And we are back almost where we started, the train stopped at one end at Karl Johans street and the emabassy is at the other end and we wanted to grap a burger at the only Icelandic restaurant in Oslo we know of “Tommi’s Burger Joint” and it was on the other side of the street. But they have the best burgers and it was so much worth it to go there.
My husband and daughter enjoing.
And out to the street again, people, people, people.
And yes again we see the palace so we walked the hole street up again.
And set down to have a beer in the good weather and my husband likes to take my camera up once in a while
But after the beer we had to go to the toilet but ups, that wasn’t easy to find, but we found some outdoors toilets but you have to pay with cards and that didn’t work so…….
This is the congress and I think that house is much more beautiful than the palace but Oslo is still under constrution and you building cranes all around and plastic over the next buildings so it is not so much fun to take pictures.
And finally we walked the street down again to meet our daughter at the train station, but she was with friends while we walked the street up and down.
And now we sit outsite the train station and there is more people, people, people. But I can sit in one place for so long and just watch all the people and think how different they are and how many types of people can walk by in so little time etc.
We had about one hour left and were walking to the opera house when we saw this strange artwork but we didn’t get to opera house because it started to rain and we went inside the station to wait for the train.
And here ends the 5 hours walk in the central Oslo. I would rather walk in Mandal centrum next time or Kristiansand or Stavanger much more beautiful places than Oslo, sorry folk but that is my oppinion. Oslo is not my fav.
Yours Kristin Jona


Eight paragraphs deep into an Audi press release, 46 words communicated the end of a factory motorsport programme that will have stretched back seven years come its demise.
That press release read: "The Dakar Rally will replace Audi's factory involvement in Formula E, which will no longer be continued in the form of an Audi factory team after the 2021 season. The use of the newly developed Audi powertrain by customer teams will remain possible beyond next year."
A likely return to the Le Mans 24 Hours for Audi via a combined IMSA SportsCar and World Endurance Championship assault will also come to replace the FE operation in addition to the Dakar switch. That might seem like an odd development for a VW Group member. Amid the fallout of the 'dieselgate' emissions scandal, it could be said that there's been an element of 'electric washing' for the Group.


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Oscar on my mind
From Jesus to Spidey, movie critic Bob Grimm heralds the most statue-worthy film fodder of 2004 to date
A majority of the year has passed, and with five months left, there aren’t too many released films that can be considered major Oscar contenders. While the critically applauded Fahrenheit 9/11 is probably a lock for Best Documentary, I wouldn’t be surprised if Oscar leaves it out of the Best Picture category. Jesus has a good chance for ultimate glorification with The Passion of the Christ, but some Academy members might be put off by the fact that he took an awful lot of whip lashes and shamelessly displayed his godlike bleeding ability.
The coming months are traditionally the time for Oscar fare, and I have high hopes for films like The Aviator (Martin Scorsese’s Howard Hughes biopic starring Leonardo DiCaprio), The Life Aquatic (Bill Murray stars in the next one from director Wes Anderson) and I Heart Huckabee’s (David O. Russell, director of Three Kings, has a cast that includes Jason Schwartzman, Dustin Hoffman and Jude Law).
Here’s a list of 2004’s 10 best films so far. As you might notice, I have a fondness for movie characters who return from the dead and intense fast-food vomiting.
The Passion of the Christ: If Mel Gibson were to die and go to heaven, Jesus would be all freaked out. He’d be constantly looking over his shoulder, worried that prankster Mel would be staging a vicious sneak attack with the ol’ cat o’ nine tails. The Pope insists that this movie is “The way it was!” which sort of makes him presumptuous and insane. I flat-out found this movie to be an incredible statement on sacrifice and following through on one’s promises at all costs. I felt this while managing to expel Gibson’s nut-ball promo appearances and the Pope’s wacky-assed mumbling from my mind. Jim Caviezel is terrific as the J-Man, and Gibson knows how to put a good-looking, powerful movie together, despite having a few screws loose and a criminally ignorant dad. The Passion is 2004’s best film as of July.
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind: Jim Carrey—who sucked hyena balls in The Majestic, a dreary attempt for further recognition as a serious actor—finds the right balance of Jim the Nut and Jim the Actor with this wildly innovative movie. Carrey plays a mopey-face going through post-breakup trauma, only to find out his ex (Kate Winslet) has had memories of him erased from her mind. Charlie Kaufman wrote the screenplay, and David Cross makes an appearance, further cementing its goodness.
The Ladykillers: Unjustly maligned! This is the funniest film of the year so far, and Tom Hanks gets a chance to leave his identity behind for the most cracked performance of his career. This film revels in how conventionally silly it is, and the Coen brothers, as usual, make every frame of their movie a brilliant work of art. Hanks should be recognized for his perfectly modulated, daring performance, but he’ll most certainly get more year-end accolades for his useless work in The Terminal (more on that later).
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: Not impressed by the first one, severely liked the second, and absolutely loved the third. Director Alfonso Cuarón takes the boy wizard to all-new, totally creepy territories, and it works beautifully. Kudos to producers for taking some major creative risks. This is the first time I’ve truly enjoyed Gary Oldman since the late ‘90s.
Kill Bill: Vol. 2: The conclusion of Tarantino’s epic is just as satisfying as Vol. 1. Looking forward to the intended eventual release of Kill Bill as one film (Tarantino screened it as one movie recently and has hinted at an ultimate-edition DVD). Uma Thurman isn’t getting the credit she deserves for making the Kill Bill series pump. David Carradine (as Bill) probably has a better chance at an Oscar nom than Uma, and while he’s great, that’s a little unfair.
Dawn of the Dead: I actually preferred this one over the very good 28 Days Later. George Romero’s classic zombie tale gets a rethinking, with Sarah Polley actually showing her face in a big-studio motion picture. Can’t wait for the unrated DVD on this one (more gore!), and its success at the box office has prompted Fox to green-light a real Romero zombie flick from the master himself. This means that, in the near future, zombies will quit running around like they are on crank and revert to that plodding, shuffling pace.
Baadasssss! Hey, I caught Jaws 4 the other night, and it co-starred Mario Van Peebles, the director and star of this great movie about the making of Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song (directed by his pops, Melvin). Mario has come a long way, and he not only redeems himself here for Jaws 4, but Highlander III as well. By the way, his death scene in Jaws 4 is the single-worst scene ever put to celluloid by anyone. Don’t believe me? Well, rent it. On second thought, don’t do that. Stay away from that movie. Build a large barrier within your mind that will prevent you from renting or watching Jaws 4. If it should show up on your television, and you should catch even a few minutes of it accidentally, promptly hit your TV with a tire iron, renounce television viewing for approximately 17 years, and you might (I repeat, might) be OK.
Anchorman: All hail Will Ferrell for giving us the best empty-headed experience of summer 2004. His phone-booth breakdown is the stuff of greatness, Steve Carell plays one of cinema’s all time great dumb-asses, and the words “I’m going to punch you in the ovary” actually make it into a mainstream movie.
Super Size Me: I’m picking this one over this summer’s other big documentary release (the one where Britney Spears and John Ashcroft make total asses of themselves) because, quite frankly, I enjoyed it more. Poor bastard Morgan Spurlock decides that eating nothing but McDonald’s for a month is a great idea for a movie, and his liver nearly ejects itself from his body as a result. While I enjoyed Fahrenheit 9/11, Spurlock impresses me more than Michael Moore. The guy puked up a super-size order of french fries and a quarter-pounder for his art. That’s commitment!
Hellboy/Spider-Man 2: Spider-Man 2 is a blast and deserves much of the critical praise it’s receiving. But let us take a moment to remember Guillermo del Toro’s equally good take on a less-iconic comic figure. Ron Perlman is awesome as Hellboy, and a sequel is already in the works. As for Spidey, I liked the Superman II plot and had a great time with Tobey Maguire’s sometimes eccentric interpretation of Peter Parker.
While I admire the films above, some certainly stand a chance of being bumped off the list in the coming months. On the flipside, The Terminal has earned a secure spot on my year-end suckage list. I love Hanks and Spielberg, but they did a nasty, horrible thing when they made that movie. Now we have to wait longer for Indy 4 because Spielberg felt compelled to film a movie with Hanks hanging around an airport sucking on ketchup packets. Damn!


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Residents living in Norton Canes are being asked for their views on the design of the new play area at The Cema – Chapel Street Park in Norton Canes.
Cannock Chase Council has appointed Kompan to undertake the works to the play area and a proposed design has been developed. This proposal incorporates the views and suggestions of residents from the first round of consultation which was undertaken in November 2020.
The proposal will be presented to the local community and schools over the next few weeks to see what people think of the proposed new play area and its equipment.
The feedback survey launches this week and will run until 19 July. A short survey will be available to complete online via the Council’s website. Hard copies are also available and can be collected from the Parish Council office.
Over the last few months, improvement works have been carried out on site including a new circular pathway and the installation of a green gym will start week commencing 19 July.
Plans are also underway to develop art pieces that will be positioned around the park and a further consultation and engagement programme for this will be launched over the Summer.
This project was approved in December 2019 when Cannock Chase Council’s Cabinet approved the spending of £120,000 to improve the play area and open space on the Cema site. The money has been allocated from Section 106 funds collected from housing developments in Norton Canes.
Councillor Adrienne Fitzgerald, Leader for Housing, Heritage & Leisure said, “The Council is committed to providing good quality parks, play areas and open spaces and it’s great to see the improvements taking shape at the Cema.
“The design proposal reflects the mining history of the local area as well as providing fun and engaging equipment for children to use and experience.
“We continue to work closely with the local Parish Council to ensure the new park and play area is fit for purpose and meets the needs of the local community.
“If you live in Norton Canes and use or visit the current play area and park, please complete the short survey and tell us what you think of the design proposal. Your feedback and suggestions will form part of the overall design”.
Councillor John Preece, Chairman of Norton Canes Parish Council, said: “The Parish Council are looking forward to getting the play area improved for the community within Norton Canes. I would urge residents to get involved in the consultation and have their say.”
You can complete the online survey by visiting www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/thecema.
If you would like a hard copy of the survey or would like further information about the improvement works, please call the Parish Council on 01543 276812 or email firstname.lastname@example.org


The Magnetic North are set to host a very special one off night at The Southbank Centre's Purcell Room at on November 22nd.
There really is nowhere else on Earth like the Orkney Islands. One of the most naturally beautiful areas of the British Isles, the area is marked by a diverse and deeply idiosyncratic history which stretches beyond the viking Jarls.
The Magnetic North used Orkney as the inspiration for a recent studio album, the really-rather-wonderful ‘Orkney: Symphony of the Magnetic North’. Out now on Full Time Hobby, it matched evocative songwriting to real poetic sense of place.
Now the project are set to host a one off show at the Southbank Centre on November 22nd. Taking place in the Purcell Room, The Magnetic North will perform live - complete with choir, strings and horns - as well as screening their film ‘Hunting For Remoteness’.
Expanding on the album's subject matter, ‘Hunting For Remoteness’ seemingly matches the story of the creative process to a journey through the nether-regions of Orcadian history. A very unique event, tickets are on sale now. Here's 'Bay of Skail'.
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Magna Systems has signed a technology and reseller partnership agreement with Ranplan Wireless, a wireless technology company that has developed software for outdoor/indoor wireless network design, optimisation and automation.
Magna Systems Group Sales and Marketing Manager Paul Maroni said, “Ranplan is at the forefront of research and development in radio propagation, small cells and DAS networks, automatic RAN optimisation and the deployment of complex hetnets for in-building cellular networks, public safety and the Internet of Things (IoT)*.
“With this partnership Ranplan supplement and complement our range of radio planning tools and as most mobile phone usage is indoors, this enables us to now easily provide modelling that keeps pace with the complexities presented by 5G and the IoT.”
Ranplan leverages advanced 3D in-building modelling as well as 3D RF propagation and simulation in developing its portfolio. Its expertise and commitment to continuous development provides mobile operators and system integrators with cutting-edge tools to cost-effectively design, plan, optimise and operate multiple networks for today and tomorrow.
Maroni added, “Magna deals with every major telco in Australia and more across the Asia Pacific region. Whether it be a stadium, shopping centre or apartment complex, telco operators need to plan and make sure they have uninterrupted coverage throughout the structure to ensure quality of service for their customers.
“As we have been for many years, Magna is the one-stop-shop for all telco planning, measurement, optimisation, benchmarking and user experience tools.”
*DAS stands for distributed antenna system, and RAN for radio access network. A hetnet is a heterogeneous network, one whose components are very different from each other.


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Bird Watching in Arizona
Bird watching in Arizona in definitely a must for those who are into this kind of hobby. This is because the place offers a wide variety of birds perfect for observation such as the common ones including black and gray hawks, owls of different species such as whiskered screeches and elves, various species of hummingbirds, nightjars, trogons, flickers, woodpeckers, flycatchers, and pewees. The place is also perfect if you want to see rare kinds of birds such as seasonal species of kingbirds, chickadees, becards, gnatcatchers, titmouses, sparrows, tanagers, and warblers. If you are planning to go bird watching in Arizona, always make sure that you visit the Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve which houses almost 300 different species of birds. If you want, you can make a schedule online and avail of the guided tours on Saturday mornings. The preserve has almost 3-mile long trail that gives you a breathtaking beauty of nature along with various species of birds nearby.
Things you need before you go bird watching in Arizona In the United States, Arizona is one of the best places for bird watching because it has hot type of climate, which invites a vast species of birds. Because of the number of birds seen in the place, birding has become a source for recreation and tourism. Before you get captivated its wonderful bird life and its breathtaking landscape in this side of the state, make sure that you prepare very well the things that you might need. If you are planning to conduct bird watching in Arizona, make sure that you bring: - Bring a bird watching guide. This is very important especially for first-time watchers because this will serve as a reference for you.
The guide usually contains basic information about the place or the preserve, list of birds that are usually seen in the area, brief characteristic of common birds that can be seen in the area and tips for the first-time watchers. - A good pair of bird watching binoculars. Although some centers provide binoculars for the viewers, it is best if you bring your own pair. This is to ensure that you will use a good pair of binoculars when coming to Arizona for bird watching. If you're planning to buy a pair of binoculars before going there, make sure that you buy a pair that has good magnification, clear lens and focus, and good exit diameter. - High SPF bottle of sunscreen. Since Arizona has hot weather, it is best to protect your skin especially from sunburns. In Preservation centers, you are usually asked to go on a trail that has no shade. If you want to protect your skin against too much ultraviolet rays, it is quite important to apply lots of sunscreen with high SPF. - A notebook with pen.
This is a good option especially if you want to record your observations about the birds. When you have a handy notebook and pen, you can easily jot down the characteristics of the bird and other notes about the Center easily. (TIP: Choose a notebook with plastic cover so you can protect your notes from getting wet.) - A big bottle of water. To keep you well hydrated during bird watching in Arizona, it is best to keep a bottle of water with you at all times. Having a handy source of liquid at hand is very crucial especially if stay out in the sun for a long time in a place with hot weather. .
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Visualized: Google’s periodic table of APIs
The world of Google APIs and developer tools can be a confusing one, but the company has now at least brought a bit of order to the chaos with its own take on the periodic table of the elements. As you can see above, Android occupies the top spot normally reserved for hydrogen in the actual periodic table, and the remaining APIs and developer products are all grouped into their appropriate categories — and, of course, linked to their respective websites. Hit up the link below to check out the table in its interactive form.
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How did your Festive 500 go? It is time to turn the training into racing with the first West Head road race of 2016, January 10. With no Akuna climb and the last few kilometres without the nasty little berg, this finish may fortune the brave or will the climbers lose out to the strong men? With larger fields there will be new contenders, new options and it will be time to go on the attack.
For 2016 the race will be starting back at the traditional heartland of Elvina Walking Track. The race will now sign on and finish at the same location – The Elvina Walking Track. For summer we will have a new starting time of 7am for the first grade to roll out. With simplified grades and lap number changes, please ensure you read all the way to the bottom.
Due to negotiations with National Parks we have increased the field sizes for 2016, while this does create some organising and volunteer burdens on us, it will mean that we will open up the fields to all riders from Sunday 5pm.
There will be no start or sign on at Akuna Bay, all riders will now sign on at Elvina Walking Track Car Park. If you choose to drive into the Park and park on West Head Road, please note that you will be under a controlled and restricted road until the race has finished.
Similar to the November race we will again be having a Masters over 55 division which will be a two lap race.
The race course will now start at Elvina Walking Track, riders will roll out and head south back towards Akuna Bay, however rather than turn at the junction, riders will turn at the crest of the hill and then make their way out to the usual turn around point.
Female riders of any age can either enter the Masters 55 division or any other grade of their choice. Hence the grading system, whether you train 1 day a week or 7 days, there is a grade for you.
The entry fee is $20 for Racing Licence riders.
MWCC riders may wish to take advantage of our season pass – which is an MWCC rider exclusive. www.trybooking.com/KACX
We encourage all riders to read our article on racing safely – https://manlywarringahcc.org.au/article/racing-for-the-win-safely/#more-1945
Our races have a history of being incident free and we want to maintain that record. Remember that you are in control of your front wheel. Keep your brain switched on.
A Elite is a 4 lap race that will start at 7:00am. This grade is suitable for those riders who are strong A Grade riders in other races across Sydney, riders who are riding in either NRS teams, development teams or private race teams. Riders should be experienced and are looking for a very competitive and high class field. Race distance approximately 88km.
A Pretenders. (7:05am) This will be a 4 lap race. This grade is for those who are stepping up from B Grade or want to be able to call themselves an A Grader at the coffee shop without actually having the true ability of the true A Grade racers. Race distance approximately 88km.
B Grade (7:10am) is a 3 lap event. Approx 65km.
C Grade (7:15am) is a two lap event. Approx 45km.
Silver Foxes – Masters 55 and over (7:20am) is a two lap event. This grade is for riders aged 55 or over or all aged female riders.
ALL GRADES RACE FROM THE ROLL OUT, THERE IS NO NEUTRAL SECTION
All riders must show a current 2016 Racing Licence or purchase a One Day Racing Licence and an approved Australian Standards Helmet at the sign on.
Our Subaru Road Race will be signing on from 6:30am for all grades at the Elvina Walking Track Carpark. If you pre enter please ensure you arrive at a minimum 10 minutes before your race start.
If you haven’t raced before but are considering it – our guide to entering may be of some assistance. https://manlywarringahcc.org.au/news/racing-how-to-enter-and-what-to-expect-a-beginners-guide/
Our prestigious road race can send your heart rate rocketing from the roll out, so we do encourage riders to be warmed up and recommend that you consider parking around Terrey Hills and riding into the park, to ensure that you have had a good warm up prior to race start. Please be cautious on the descent down into the Park.
The start/finish line and presentation area is located at the Elvina Walking Track Car park on West Head Road.
We would request that you do not park in the Elvina Walking Track car park – this not only assists our marshalls when they head up there to set up for the finish, but also assists with our relations with the National Parks. This also gives riders more room to hang around in post race.
$20 Entry – with a Gold 2016 licence. Day licences additional $30.
Race Date: 10 January 2016
Race start time is 7am. Sign on from 6:30am.
Race sign on and start is Elvina Walking Track, West Head Road.
All clubs and riders welcome.
Since this is a Cycling NSW sanctioned event, all riders are expected to race in Club Kit or registered team kit. If you are racing in a registered team kit, please ensure that you are listed as an approved rider for that kit as per the Cycling NSW website. Otherwise riders are expected to ride in plain black or white jerseys.
PRE ENTRY DETAILS
Entries are now open for all riders.
By pre registering, you are ensuring your entry and then on the day you will just turn up a minimum 10 minutes before race start, sign the sheet and grab a number. If a grade is advertised as sold out, that is exactly what it means – no spots will be available on the day.
If you use gel or energy wrappers, please put your empty wrappers in your pockets and take them home with you. The National Park is not a rubbish dump.

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