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Join us next Tuesday, November 25th at 9 AM Pacific Time/Noon Eastern for a Live Chat with experts from our partners at Mpala who will dissect the nuances of (big) cats and (wild) dogs.
“The fastest mammal on land, the cheetah is built for speed. Their elongated lower leg bones and long, flexible spines increase the length of their strides to enable short, explosive sprints. Long, muscular tails help keep them balanced at top speeds, and short but can go as fast as 65 miles per hour (105 kph)!
Since 2005, National Cat Day has been celebrated – internationally even! – as a way to recognize the animals that give us unconditional love and/or ignore us. Mpala Live has shared photos of some of the larger, more exotic, and less domesticated cats seen around the Mpala Research Center in Laikipia County, Kenya. Let’s take
“Found mostly in open and partially open savannah, cheetahs rely on tall grasses for camouflage when hunting. They are diurnal (more active in the day) animals and hunt mostly during the late morning or early evening. Only half of the chases, which last from 20 – 60 seconds, are successful. Cheetahs are also typically solitary

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KPQ WAS BORN WITH A BEAT
She got that Latin sauce, happy-go-lucky vibe, and fire. Never afraid to address real-life issues. While each song has its own story, there is no denying the sweet 'dulce de leche' that is KPQ's voice. A pop artist to the core with a deep appreciation for Latin rhythms, her music is inspired by many cultures and created for a global audience. Pop producer Alex Rivas adds his Cuban ritmo. KPQ's debut release is immersed in Sabor y Alegria, flavor and joy, two elements universal to all.
spreading love and confidence through the joyous fun of pop music
KPQ aims to spread a culture of love and confidence through the joyous fun of POP music. The songs encompass a Latin feel while still being accessible and current. KPQ is all about positivity, empowerment, support, and providing a way for listeners to have fun being who they are.
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First carving, finishing screwup
I've been cobbling together techniques from professor google, but I'd appreciate some specific advice on this from anyone with a few spare minutes.
I've reached the finishing stage for the first carving I've attempted. It's a basswood relief carving. I just put the first coat of danish oil on, and some knife marks I made on the border earlier in the process (which i thought I had sanded enough) are now extremely visible.
What can I do at this point? Should i just wait until tomorrow when it's dry, sand that area down, and re apply the oil?
Thanks very much, photo attached
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March 31, 2016
Every year, American taxpayers leave millions of dollars on the table for Uncle Sam—in the form of unclaimed tax deductions. With Tax Day just around the corner, it’s time to do one final check to make sure that you are not missing out on three of the most common deductions:
If you have yet to file your taxes, consider asking your tax professional if you qualify for any of these deductions and take that hard-earned money off the table so you can put it back in your pocket!
For many small businesses, the grand reopening is still on hold. The rapid spread of the Delta variant of COVID-19 has mired a variety of companies in diminished revenue and serious staffing shortages. In response, the Small Business Administration (SBA) has retooled its Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program to offer targeted relief to eligible employers.
When the pandemic first began, families had to adjust to a new normal: Family time, all the time.
As summer winds down and the calendar turns to September, let’s take a look at what kind of calendar you’re turning.


Proteins do not exert their effects in isolation of one another, but interact together in complex networks. In recent years, sophisticated methods have been developed to leverage protein-protein interaction (PPI) network structure to improve several stages of the drug discovery process. Network-based methods have been applied to predict drug targets, drug side effects, and new therapeutic indications. In this paper we have two aims. First, we review the past contributions of network approaches and methods to drug discovery, and discuss their limitations and possible future directions. Second, we show how past work can be generalized to gain a more complete understanding of how drugs perturb networks. Previous network-based characterizations of drug effects focused on the small number of known drug targets, i.e., direct binding partners of drugs. However, drugs affect many more genes than their targets - they can profoundly affect the cell's transcriptome. For the first time, we use networks to characterize genes that are differentially regulated by drugs. We found that drug-regulated genes differed from drug targets in terms of functional annotations, cellular localizations, and topological properties. Drug targets mainly included receptors on the plasma membrane, down-regulated genes were largely in the nucleus and were enriched for DNA binding, and genes lacking drug relationships were enriched in the extracellular region. Network topology analysis indicated several significant graph properties, including high degree and betweenness for the drug targets and drug-regulated genes, though possibly due to network biases. Topological analysis also showed that proteins of down-regulated genes appear to be frequently involved in complexes. Analyzing network distances between regulated genes, we found that genes regulated by structurally similar drugs were significantly closer than genes regulated by dissimilar drugs. Finally, network centrality of a drug's differentially regulated genes correlated significantly with drug toxicity.


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Hi Steve 😉 … and Ian
Many thanks for your replies and link. It isn’t until you see a graph like this that it does hit home the rapid fall of the pound from just last Summer.
The link Ian posted says:
“The problem for many economists is that the drop in the pound will not have an immediate effect on economic growth or manufacturing, forcing the Bank of England to cut rates throughout 2008, weakening the pound even more”.
So this article is intimating it could go lower or at least stay low??, will be interesting to see what happens. Really feel for those needing to complete and having to buy euros at the moment.
Steve wrote: “My focus for the last 2 years has been to own a house in Spain, its not the property situation that will stop me but this total disregard for human rights”.

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What does the Bible say about family?
Bible verses about Family Relationships. But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith. Galatians - So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith. The Holy Bible teaches that God established families from the very beginning, starting Jesus Christ taught about other family relationships.
Jesus Christ taught the importance of caring for family. We know from the Bible that Jesus cared for His family.
He helped her at a wedding in Cana, turning water into wine see John 2. Then saith he to the disciple, Behold thy mother! Bible teachings about the importance of family Many passages in the Old and New Testament teach additional important principles about family.
Here are just a few examples: Family and the Ten Commandments.
Bible Teachings on the Importance of Family | az-links.info
Thou shalt not bear false witness. These are all important elements of maintaining successful family relationships. Family and the book of Proverbs. The book of Proverbs also contains various teachings that pertain specifically to family: A wise son maketh a glad father: Lydia and the jailer weren't commanded to come out and be separate from their unbelieving families; rather, the sign of the covenant baptism was applied to all members in the household.
The families were sanctified set apart and called into the community of believers.
Family, Showing God's Relationship
Let's now turn our attention to the theological concept of family. During His three-year ministry, Jesus shattered some prevailing notions of what it meant to be part of a family: Now we must clear up some misconceptions with this passage. Jesus is not saying that biological family isn't important; He is not dismissing His mother and brothers.
What He is doing is making the clear theological point that in the Kingdom of Heaven, the most important family connection is spiritual, not physical.
This is a truth made explicitly clear in John's Gospel, when the evangelist says, "Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God—children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband's will, but born of God" John 1: The parallels are quite clear. To use Pauline language, we are adopted into God's family Romans 8: This spiritual family is not bound by ethnicity, gender or social standing.
As Paul says, "You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. If you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise" Galatians 3: So what does the Bible say about family? The physical family is the most important building block to human society, and as such, it should be nurtured and protected.
What instruction does God's word provide to help us have homes that please Him and accomplish His will?
- Bible Verses About Family - Scripture For Solving Family Problems
- Family and Home Relationships: Husbands, Wives, Parents, Children
- Bible Teachings on Family
Multitudes of marriages in our society end in divorce. Consider the Bible teaching. One may remarry only when his spouse has died. To remarry while ones spouse is alive constitutes adultery. One is guilty of adultery if he divorces for another reason and remarries. This constitutes adultery because he is still bound to his first wife, yet having the sexual union with another woman.
Divorce without Scriptural grounds should never be seriously considered nor discussed as an option. However, if one is in an unscriptural remarriage, he must leave it to avoid adultery cf. Some men act selfishly or even abuse their wives, and some even claim that the Bible says a man has the right to do this.
But consider what the Bible really teaches. What can Jesus' love for the church teach husbands? Jesus' love was not a romantic mood or emotion but a choice or commitment. He did not wait till we acted lovingly toward Him but did what we needed even when our conduct was unattractive. This required serious sacrifice for our good. Likewise a husband should be committed to do his wife good, even if she is not acting lovingly toward him nor attracting him romantically.
30 Bible Verses About Family - Scripture For Solving Family Problems
He must do good even at the cost of serious personal sacrifice. He will not expect her to do heavy work since she is not as strong. And he will respect her as being of equal spiritual value with himself. Jesus expressed loved for the church both by words and by deeds. If a husband properly loves his wife, he will tell her so, but he will also show it by his actions. Many men leave their wives and children without the necessities of life because they quit their jobs for frivolous reasons or waste their income selfishly.
The Bible gives many examples of men having occupations or businesses outside the home. Many Bible examples show men employed away from the home in such occupations as shepherd, carpenter, physician, fisherman, merchant, farmer, sailor, preacher, tentmaker, etc.
This is the God-given duty of the husband. No passage instructs the wife to do this.
Man should not neglect his other responsibilities by over-emphasizing work. Yet one who neglects working, expecting his wife or other people to provide income for his family, is worse than an infidel. Some claim that man should not exercise authority over his wife or that his authority should be limited to just certain areas. In practice, women are often the leaders in making family decisions.
Neither his wife nor their parents are the authority in his family cf. Love will lead a husband to consider the needs and desires of the wife and children. He will make decisions for the good of the whole group, not just to please himself.
This requires discussion at times to understand the views of others. However, the husband does have the final authority, and will give account to God for his decisions. Often this responsibility is not a privilege but a burden. He needs the courage to stand for what he is convinced is best, even when the wife or children disagree. If the wife fails to fulfill her duties, this does not justify the husband in failing to fulfill his duties Romans Neither the man nor the woman have the right to end the marriage while their spouse is alive, except for the cause of fornication.
See passages listed above. Modern feminists say a woman does not need a man but should find fulfillment outside marriage. She is not required to marry see 1 Cor. This is something a woman can learn to do.

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By Debra Wood, RN, contributor
May 21, 2013 - As soon as Angelina Jolie’s op-ed piece, describing her decision to undergo a prophylactic mastectomy, ran in the New York Times, the phones started ringing at the Hoffberger Breast Center at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, and likely at other breast cancer centers across the country.
Marsha T. Oakley, RN, BSN, said that prophylactic mastectomy is an individual decision.
“We have been inundated, and it’s a good conversation to have,” said Marsha T. Oakley, RN, BSN, nursing coordinator at the Hoffberger Breast Center.
A two-time breast cancer survivor, Oakley made the difficult decision in 2009 to remove her healthy breast at the same time she underwent a mastectomy to remove the newly diagnosed cancerous breast. She suffered through chemotherapy after her 1986 lumpectomy.
“It took me about 12 hours to say, ‘I cannot do this again,’” Oakley said. “[Prophylactic mastectomy] was the best thing I did.”
American women are more frequently choosing prophylactic mastectomy, despite multiple clinical studies finding no survival advantage associated with a contralateral prophylactic mastectomy, including a 2011 University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center study in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology™ for Breast Cancer discourages prophylactic mastectomy in women except for those considered high risk.
A Swiss study, reported in the European Journal of Surgical Oncology in April 2012, did not observe a similar increase in contralateral prophylactic mastectomy in Europe. The researchers hypothesize that different medico-social and cultural factors contribute, including public perceptions about breast cancer and attitudes toward plastic surgery. Additionally, a 2008 international study found the highest percentage of high-risk women undergoing prophylactic mastectomy were in the United States, where 36 percent of them choose the surgery.
Laura L. Kruper, MD, an assistant professor and surgeon in the division of general oncologic surgery at City of Hope in Duarte, Calif., reported at the 2012 Breast Cancer Symposium her findings that most women choose a contralateral mastectomy to avoid the risk of recurrence. She found they were younger, Caucasian and with higher education levels than women who decided against such surgery.
The MD Anderson researchers concluded that a reduction in suffering and repeat breast cancer treatment associated with prophylactic mastectomy motivates women more than a possible survival advantage.
“The reason they do this is they don’t want to have repeat procedures done,” said Oakley, who routinely counsels breast cancer patients, including those considering prophylactic mastectomy. “It’s a horrible decision to make.”
Oakley said she finds many of the women opting for prophylactic mastectomy witnessed the death of a mother, sister or other relative with the disease and do not want their children to experience the same thing.
“No matter what I say, you cannot get it out of their minds,” Oakley said.
Additionally, better reconstructive procedures are available today than in years past.
Some evidence supports that women who have undergone prophylactic mastectomy were pleased they did and would recommend a similar plan of care to other women, including a study from the University of Pittsburgh, reported in a May 2013 American Journal of Clinical Oncology article. Patients reported long-term satisfaction with their surgery and that fear of cancer recurrence and the opinions of other people, such as partners and friends, influenced the participating women’s decisions.
Joanne Kelly, RN, BSN, OCN, who carries the BRCA1 gene mutation, called prophylactic mastectomy a difficult decision but one she is glad she made.
Oakley said that her being a nurse and knowing all she did about breast cancer helped with her decision. So did Joanne Kelly, RN, BSN, OCN, a volunteer outreach coordinator in the St. Louis chapter of Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE).
Kelly learned at age 32, as a mother of two children, that she carried the BRCA1 mutation, thus putting her at greater risk of developing breast cancer. She weighed all of the options before deciding on prophylactic mastectomy and reconstructive surgery, which has been shown to reduce the chance of developing breast cancer and to increase life expectancy.
“I knew the cards were stacked against me, and felt the best way for me was to have the prophylactic,” Kelly said “I didn’t want to take the risk of surveillance and catching cancer even at an early stage.”
Kelly does not regret her decision but acknowledges it is not always easy, particularly with society’s fixation on breasts.
“You have to wrap your brain around your new reality,” Kelly said. “I still have bad days where I feel ugly or not as sexy.”
The National Cancer Institute reports that some women having a prophylactic mastectomy experience anxiety, depression and concerns about body image.
Other options for women with the BRCA1 mutation include annual mammogram or magnetic resonance imaging surveillance or a selective estrogen receptor modulator, such as tamoxifen.
“It’s a good drug, but it has side effects,” Oakley said. “It needs close, watchful follow-up.”
A May 2013 study from Norway found survival rates of BRCA1 mutation carriers participating in an MRI-based screening program less than expected, and concluded that reducing breast cancer mortality with such surveillance remains to be proven.
The Jolie announcement has more women thinking about their breast-cancer risk and considering genetic testing.
“I give this woman credit,” Oakley said. “The conversation that has come out of this has been great.”
Kelly also called the increased interest a good thing and expects it will spur women to explore their options and, hopefully, speak with a genetic counselor. But both nurses caution women to think through how they will handle the results and discuss with their health care team the options if they carry the mutation.
“It’s, ultimately, a personal decision,” Kelly said. “We are removing healthy parts, and that’s what makes it interesting.”
© 2013. AMN Healthcare, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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In this paper, a practical and systematic tuning procedure for fractional order controller using particle swarm algorithm (PSO) based on digital twin (DT) system of industrial robot has been developed. The procedure includes a virtual realization of control system based on digital twin concept. Then a particle swarm algorithm is introduced to optimize the five parameters of the cascade fractional order PI-PIλ controller. The optimization procedure using particle swarm algorithm based on digital twin concept is also presented. Finally, the virtual industrial robot model in digital twin is simulated to verify the applicability of the optimization method. The effectiveness of using the cascaded fractional order PI-PIλ controller compared to the cascaded integer order PI-PI controller is illustrated by the simulation results, where the cascaded fractional order PI-PIλ controller responses faster with smaller tracking error over the integer order one.


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Welcome to School Counseling
School Counseling Program Mission Statement:
Our mission is to prepare all students to be "Future Ready," by encouraging them to acquire the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to succeed academically, professionally, and as productive citizens in our community and society. Nantucket school counselors are committed to delivering a developmentally comprehensive school counseling program to all students. We strive to serve as advocates for students, allies with teachers, and liaisons with parents and community.
What Does a School Counselor Do?
Our School Counseling Program is delivered through Classroom Curriculum, Individual Student Planning, Responsive Services and System Support. We provide structured Social Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons for all students in classrooms K-2 40 minutes every week. This year, we started using a new curriculum called Second Step. Our goal is to teach knowledge and skills to support our students with developing the necessary skills to be able to handle day to day social and academic challenges while also forming positive relationships with others and a positive view of self. We also work with students in small groups, often over lunch, to review the skills that we teach in the classrooms. We support students individually as well, offering student check-ins, participation in Child Study Meetings and overseeing 504 Accommodation Plans. We believe that children do well if they can, learn best when they feel good about self and their relationships with others and are capable of making responsible choices.
Mrs. Hood and Mrs. Williams, our School Counselors, have been busy teaching Social Emotional Learning (SEL) every week in all K-2 classrooms using the Second Step curriculum. "Skills for Learning", the first unit, will assist your child in gaining skills to help themselves learn, including how to focus their attention, listen carefully, use self-talk to stay on task, and be assertive when they may need help with their schoolwork. Throughout the year, your child will be bringing home Home Links, simple and fun activities for you and your child to complete together. They are a great way for your child to show you what he or she is learning! When you see a Home Link, we encourage you to complete it with your child and have them return it to their classroom teacher.
Getting to School on Time!
Whether it's the first days of September or the end of the school year, the stressful challenge of getting your kids out the door on time is a universal challenge! Read on to learn some of morning routine hacks to set the stage for better mornings.

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WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama on Friday called on Republicans to schedule a vote on his nominee to replace outgoing Attorney General Eric Holder, calling Loretta Lynch’s monthslong wait a case of Senate “dysfunction” gone too far. At a news conference with Italian Prime...
Excellus neither confirmed nor denied Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman's findings.
As day 150 of Attorney General nominee Loretta Lynch’s wait for a vote to replace current AG Eric Holder began, it looked like political pressure and a procedural threat from Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) might have sufficiently loosened the jar to ensure Lynch a confirmation vote some time next week. That didn’t stop [...]
Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has sent a letter to Attorney General Eric Holder expressing deep concerns over...
“The longer it takes to confirm her, the longer Eric Holder stays as Attorney General.”
Jeb Bush endorsed Loretta Lynch for attorney general on Thursday night, urging Senate Republicans to confirm the president’s pick for who will replace Eric Holder, Politico reports.
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In the wake of yesterday's Fighting for $15 minimum wage demonstrations, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman points out how Gov. Andrew Cuomo has the power to raise the minimum wage by occupation. Seems like he's just thrownShow More Summary
This is welcome news from the U.S. Department of Justice, and rather than try to rewrite I’ll just quote at length what my Cato colleague Adam Bates wrote: [On March 31] Attorney General Eric Holder issued new guidelines to federal prosecutors tightening the rules for seizing assets for so-called “structuring” offenses. Show More Summary
Four franchise owners operating 29 Domino’s franchises and a former owner of six resturants in New York state will have to fork over a hefty wad of cash — $970,000 — to Attorney General Eric Schneiderman’s office, to settle a slew of charges involving labor law violations. One of those owners is the same franchisee who was ordered to rehire … [More]
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On Friday afternoon, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman sent a letter to 13 large retailers, including Gap, Target, and J.C. Penney, asking them about their scheduling practices. In particular, the letter alleged
Attorney General Eric Holder and Loretta Lynch, at her nomination press conference five months ago. Attorney General Eric Holder remains on the job, as Mitch McConnell continues to hold the nomination of Loretta Lynch—the first black woman to be nominated to the post—hostage to completely unrelated abortion politics. Show More Summary
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is probing chain clothing retailers for their practice of on-call scheduling, which forces workers into a purgatory of not knowing from day to day whether they'll have to report for duty, making something as simple as planning childcare or attending college extremely difficult—if the boss doesn't force you to quit school altogether. [ more › ]
The board of trustees of the Cooper Union has offered not to renew the contract of the school's current president, Jamshed Bharucha, if it would help bring an end to New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman's investigation into the university's management.
The Department of Justice is fed up with its employees soliciting prostitutes. In a new all-staff memo issued on Friday, Attorney General Eric Holder warned that such behavior could lead to being fired. "The Department of Justice is measured by the conduct of those who work on its behalf. Show More Summary
Attorney General Eric Holder sent a memo to all Justice Department employees today reminding them that "the solicitation of prostitution threatens the core mission of the Department, not simply because it invites extortion, blackmail, and leaks of sensitive or classified information, but also because it undermines the Department's efforts to eradicate... More »
Attorney General Eric Holder has issued a memo to Justice Department employees reminding them that soliciting prostitutes is against agency rules and can lead to suspension or termination. Continue reading ? The post Memo to DOJ employees: don’t solicit prostitutes appeared first on PBS NewsHour.
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Be Present. This is the artist's intention: to consciously and intuitively respond to the miraculous connection that occurs daily--when the Earth reaches for the sky.
Landscape painting begins with the artist's impression of color, and the emotion therein. The artist becomes a cast in the process, molded by the art he or she creates. The wet on wet paint flows and drips in the artist's rhythm. The artist submits to the process. In painting, the artist allows colors to evolve and interact to portray the essence of the landscape. The artist is a spectator, and painting becomes an act of discovery, providing a grander horizon of which we can all benefit from.
"After the first brush stroke, the canvas assumes a life of its own; at this point, you become both governor and spectator to your own event."


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Robert McInnes cant drive into town without thinking about May 15, 2009.
That was the day he was rear-ended while waiting to enter U.S. Highway 160 at the intersection with county roads 222 and 223. The crash pushed his vehicle into an oncoming semi-trailer.
Every time I drive by it, I remember, said McInnes, 35, who had to relearn to walk and talk after suffering two skull fractures, eight broken ribs, a collapsed lung and a severe brain injury. I can still smell the smoke.
On Monday, McInnes was the first person to drive through the intersection at the new County Road 225A, which replaces the 222/223 intersection. Officials with La Plata County and the Colorado Department of Transportation invited him to cut the ribbon on the side of the highway.
CDOT officials said McInnes accident was the catalyst for moving the sketchy junction about one mile east into a valley where drivers wont be temporarily blinded at sunrise and sundown, as they were when McInnes was injured.
The new intersection is aligned in a traditional T shape rather than a Y and features improved sight lines and left-turn lanes.
It was one of the most dangerous intersections in the county, said County Commissioner Wally White, who said he drives through it about twice a week. Overall, I think this will be a huge improvement.
Four million dollars of the $8.4 million project cost is stimulus money from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, $3.9 million came from CDOTs Regional Priority Program and $500,000 was paid by the county.
CDOT Traffic Safety Engineer Mike McVaugh said the accident that injured McInnes and the three other drivers caused the department to rank the hazardous intersection at the top of its to-do list.
Between early 1997 and the end of 2006, there were 32 accidents at the intersection, or about 3.2 per year. Half of those accidents involved injuries.
The project is not quite complete: Final paving on the south side of County Road 225A, grass seeding, ditch work and lane striping will be completed after a winter shutdown. The project should be 100 percent complete by May 2011, said CDOT spokeswoman Nancy Shanks.
The 222/223 intersection still will be open for several more days, but CDOT plans to soon tie off the roads with culs-de-sac and gates.
In a twist, McInnes familys business, ABC Welding, won the bid to design and build the gates.
On Monday, he thanked CDOT for relocating the roads.
It will save lives, he said.


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Much of the increase in electricity prices has been offset by consumers. Subsidies began in September 2021.
Kostas Skrekas, Minister of the Environment and Energy, assured that subsidies will be provided as long as the energy crisis lasts.
The period of time when energy prices were formed both in the international market and in our country at a record high, Greece last month was one of the three countries EUwhere the final, real prices for electricity consumption decreased compared to December, while in other countries their growth was recorded.
According to the Energy Exchange data, based on government-announced energy bill subsidies and a monthly survey of retail electricity prices in 33 European countries (www.energypriceindex.com), the situation is as follows:
In Greece (Athens), the average electricity price, including taxes, in January was 18.51 cents per kilowatt-hour (185.1 euros per megawatt-hour) compared to the EU average of 26.07 cents per kilowatt-hour -27.
The most “expensive” EU countries are Germany (50.07 cents/kWh), Denmark (46.69) and Belgium (45.87 cents/kWh).
In January, the wholesale price of electricity in Greece was 227.3 euros per megawatt hour. The fact that the retail price is below the wholesale price is due to the subsidies that have been applied over the past six months.
In January, the average electricity price in the EU increased to 26.07 cents/kWh from 23.44 cents in December. In Greece, the average price fell to 18.51 cents from 22.55 cents per kilowatt-hour in December.
Prices fell in Greece, the Netherlands and Norway, but rose in all other countries. The largest growth was recorded in Romania (46%) and Germany (38%).
The decline in prices last month does not mean they have returned to “normal levels” as they remain at record highs, which explains the need to maintain government subsidies.

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A Secure Approach to Prevent Packet Dropping and Message Tampering Attacks on AODV-based MANETs
|International Journal of Engineering Trends and Technology (IJETT)||
|© 2015 by IJETT Journal|
|Year of Publication : 2015|
|Authors : Arpana Akash Morey, Dr. Jagdish W. Bakal
|DOI : 10.14445/22315381/IJETT-V24P219|
Arpana Akash Morey, Dr. Jagdish W. Bakal"A Secure Approach to Prevent Packet Dropping and Message Tampering Attacks on AODV-based MANETs", International Journal of Engineering Trends and Technology (IJETT), V24(2),101-106 June 2015. ISSN:2231-5381. www.ijettjournal.org. published by seventh sense research group
In Mobile wireless communication and computing technologies, Mobile Adhoc Networks (MANETs) has growing demands in various applications which has also caused high and complicated security issues in transmission communication wireless networks are sensitive to problems like data tampering and dropping attacks less focused and addressed. This paper has enhanced the accepted protocol due to its ability to adapt rapidly in dynamic network environment with minimum overhead and small management packet size protocol named AODV with ADEHSAM. Our proposed work addresses the main issue breaking links in MANET caused by attacks by outperforming ADEHSAM in terms of normalizing overhead required in many other method to avoid attacks and throughput as well as number of broken links which shows ADEHSAM better than EHSAM.
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MANETs, malicious nodes, simulation, AODV, security, packet dropping attacks, message tampering attacks.


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9:30PM This is a terrific new Groove/R&B band put together by a group of musicians who are all 606 regulars with musical pedigrees to die for. Guitarist Paul Dunne is best known at the Club as the guitar player with the Tommy Blaize Band and like virtually all the musicians in that band, he is also a member of TV's Strictly Come Dancing lineup. But his searing and creative guitar playing has also been first call for the likes of Elton John, Celine Dion, Peter Gabriel, George Benson, Gloria Gaynor, the Bee Gees and Rod Stewart. A fine player and one of the driving forces behind tonight's band. On keyboards is another 606 Club regular, Rob Barron. A versatile and highly respected musician on the scene, as well as regular gigs at the Club with his own jazz-based outfits Rob also includes work with the likes of Al Jarreau, Clare Martin, Soweto Kinch, The BBC Big Band, Bryan Adams, Paloma Faith and Jamelia. Bass player Phil Mulford has been performing here at the Club for more than 15 years and his brand of solid Jazz/funk orientated bass playing has been heard with the likes of Lionel Ritchie, Chaka Khan, Annie Lennox, The Bee Gees, Tom Jones, and Gloria Gaynor. And completing the rhythm section is the dynamic drummer Jack Pollitt, who is probably best known for his work with the extremely successful band Mamas Gun. However, he also includes work with the likes of Beyonce, Ed Sheeran, Beverly Knight and Brian May on an equally star-studded CV. And providing vocals for the gig tonight is the truly impressive Keith Murrell. A featured singer with a number of high profile rock bands through the 80's, Keith eventually found his way into the studios as a backing vocalist and session singer. Over the last 30 years or so he has worked with numerous high profile artists, including Cliff Richard, The Who, Elton John, George Harrison, Cher and Madonna as well as being featured on literally hundreds of TV and radio commercials. He has worked on many TV shows, including Strictly Come Dancing and The X Factor, and as a songwriter his songs have been recorded by various international artists. The music from this "Supergroup" tonight promises to be a fabulous mix of great Groove standards and originals performed by some of the most experienced and talented musicians in the UK.
"Keith Murrell is the best of a tiny handful of British AOR vocalists who can give the Americans a run for their money." teamrock.com
9:30PM This swinging band, styled as the "feisty little brother" of the “Kansas Smitty's House Band” is led by expatriate American saxophonist and clarinettist Giacomo Smith. Although relatively new to the UK, Giacomo has already made quite an impact on the swing scene as a fluent and authentic clarinet player, as well as an excellent modern jazz saxophonist. The band tonight will focus on the music showcasing the 30’s and 40’s upbeat swing style of New Orleans and New York, and as well as Giacomo on sax and clarinet the band will also feature Pete Horsfall on trumpet, Joe Webb on piano, Fergus Ireland on bass and for the gig here at the Club, Dave Archer on guitar, making this the biggest quartet in the World! As Giacomo explains, "this streamlined formation allows the band to navigate New Orleans and swing standards with unparalleled energy and tightness while maintaining the melodic integrity of the canon". Although all these predominately young (most are under 30) players are also well known on the modern jazz scene they are extremely enthusiastic about playing this fun, good time music, which they do extremely well – so it’s guaranteed to be a highly entertaining evening.
“a lively, friendly, swinging, civilized new band playing approachable music…Bandleader clarinettist/sax Giacomo Smith, from the upper reaches of the Hudson in New York…[his] sound and presence are a welcome addition to the London scene…definitely a band to watch out for” LondonJazz News
8:30PM The first artist ever to win two BBC Jazz Awards in the same year, for Best Vocalist and Best of Jazz, Liane is a dynamic vocalist and pianist whose amazing talent has been captivating audiences around the world. She is recognised as one of the finest singer/pianists on the scene, working with the likes of Gerry Rafferty, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Paul McCartney, and has been a featured performer at Glastonbury. Her albums have been received with universal acclaim and led to an hour-long special on BBC TV featuring her performance at the Brecon Jazz Festival. Her CDs “Up and Down” and “Ballads” on Quiet Money records, produced by Grammy-nominated trumpeter/producer James McMillan, garnered impressive reviews, “magical” (Guardian), “brilliant” (Observer) and her most recently released album "Seaside" on Linn Records – which received a Parliamentary Jazz Award nomination for “Jazz Album of the Year” - has been variously described as "gorgeous" and "heartfelt". A world-class performer, her powerful blues-tinged voice combined with strong piano playing and exciting infectious material, not to mention a wicked sense of humour, make this a truly remarkable gig. Accompanying Liane tonight will be the wonderful Roger Carey on bass and Liane's Special Guest, the incomparable Spike Wells on drums.
“Liane Carroll...she seems in some magical way to be made out of music” The Observer; “…swinging like hell one minute, brutally expressive and heartbreakingly tender the next….utterly brilliant” Time Out; "A jazz force to be reckoned with…the real thing" The Independent; “…world class” Guardian; “…deeply soulful” The Times; “…unswerving honesty and molten intensity…burningly expressive” Jazzwise
8:30PM The World Heart Beat Music Academy (WHBMA), under the direction of inspirational musician and teacher Sahana Gero, gives young people, many of whom would never have access to musical education, the opportunity to learn to play in a welcoming space where children of all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds can come together. One of the largest community concert bands in the UK it successfully runs programmes for ‘disadvantaged’ children and young people in Wandsworth, transforming the lives of many underprivileged and at-risk youth. Sahana herself, as well as being a busy professional musician, has been working in music education for over 18 years, is an examiner for Trinity Guildhall and holds the post of Head of Woodwind for the Wandsworth Music Service. Twice nominated for the highly prestigious Women of the Year Award, in December 2011 she received the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Neighbourhood Excellence Initiative Award. With this award and a group of enthusiastic supporters, Sahana turned an abandoned building into a music school and opened the doors to the World Heart Beat Music Academy in May 2012. Like many such under-funded projects the WHBMA is constantly in need of financial assistance, which is where tonight's special fundraising concert comes in. As well as featuring selected bands from the ranks of the WHBMA students in various combinations, the theme this year being "Brazilian Jazz", the evening will also feature the brilliant multi-award winning pianist, international recording artist (and WHBMA patron) Julian Joseph who, over the last two decades, has been recognised as one of the finest musicians of his generation. Through his work with the likes of Branford Marsalis, George Coleman, Billy Cobham and Courtney Pine and onto his own brilliant bands Julian has undoubtedly established himself as a world-class improvising musician of breadth, power and immense creativity. As a composer Julian has written original works for symphony orchestra and chamber ensemble as well as his own Jazz Big Band, and has authored three critically-acclaimed operas and a dance suite that was premiered at Sadler's Wells as part of the 2012 Cultural Olympiad. As a broadcaster and presenter his weekly radio show Jazz Legends for BBC Radio 3 ran for six seasons, and in 2007 he joined BBC Radio 3's Jazz Line-Up team. He has made two series for Meridian TV and if all that wasn't enough, as an educator he is a patron of numerous trusts and academies as well as a member of Yamaha's Jazz Experience Team. And because he clearly has some time on his hands, in January 2013 he opened his own Jazz Academy! The format of the evening will be the students performing themselves for the first half of the night in various combinations, with Julian and his fantastic world-class trio featuring Mark Hodgson on bass and Mark Mondesir on drums joining the party for the second half of the night. The standard of the young students is exceptionally high which, combined with the mastery of one of the international jazz scene’s finest trios is guaranteed to make for an exceptional and memorable evening. Booking advised.
"...the [Julian Joseph] trio is....fiery, nuanced and rich in detail...one of the great partnerships in UK jazz" Financial Times; "arguably the finest pianist of his generation - a brilliant, dynamic presence"Time Out; "I regard Julian Joseph as one of the finest pianists since Thelonious Monk"Daily Telegraph
8:30PM Although still in her twenties, Alice Zawadzki has already developed into a stunning musician in the vanguard of the post-modern contemporary jazz scene, with a list of accomplishments that is long and impressive. First introduced to jazz at twelve years of age Alice earned a BMus (hons) in violin before graduating with an MA in jazz voice and composition from the Royal Academy. Along the way, she’s been the recipient of scholarships from the Musicians Benevolent Fund, the Jerwood Foundation and Scottish Arts Council and has been selected to participate in jazz promoter Serious’ “Take Five” Edition X artist development programme. Her own songs are self-described as about “mischief, whimsy, magic, inebriation, loss, exodus, prejudice and above all, love”, while her sound is earthy, organic and satisfying. A breakthrough artist of the highest calibre. Jamie Safiruddin is one of the brightest pianists of his generation. Although still only 24 he already commands universal respect for his fluent and skilled playing as well as his versatility. He includes work with the likes of Ian Shaw, Claire Martin and Tony Christie on an impressive CV and is currently touring the world with Will Young, who I happen to know thinks he's just great. Tonight these two young Lions of the UK scene have got together to present their jazz-based take on the Joni Mitchell canon (the first of two tributes this month to Joni, see also Monday 18th) in the company of Matt Herd-sax, Conor Chaplin-bass and Will Glaser-drums. Expect a mix of classic and lesser known songs from the Queen of the singer/songwriters delivered in the unique and captivating style that characterises Alice's work, supported by Jamie's clear, melodic playing, with some sax from one of the UK's up-and-coming musicians to add just a bit of spice.
“She is a genuine original with a pure, pealing voice”Guardian; “Zawadzki… beautiful – a real force to be reckoned with” Jamie Cullum; “Safiruddin conjures up refreshingly different harmonies... beautiful” Jazzwise
8:30PM This is a fantastic world music gig with the majority of the music written and arranged by the wonderful Brazilian musician Marcelo Andrade. Born in Rio de Janeiro, award-winning multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Marcelo studied violin, piano and guitar as well as singing in the well-established choir "Canarinhos de Petrópolis" before moving to London in 1989 to continue his education. Since then he has established himself as one of the most creative and influential musicians on the UK/Brazilian scene, including work with numerous international artists, from Brazilian icon Milton Nascimento to Corinne Bailey Rae. He has also led his own bands for some years now, including Samburá, Ohoyo-Samba, Saravah Soul and the London Latin Jazz Ensemble, performing with them throughout the UK and Europe. Marcelo launched his most recent album "African Tree" in 2014 to impressive reviews; a unique project, it was recorded during his travels through Brazil, Africa and Europe, utilising over 70 musicians from 5 different continents. During his time in Uganda he also started a tree-planting programme, where he planted 500 trees to celebrate the arrival of the album, an initiative from which the album derives its name. Tonight Marcelo will be performing compositions from the record, although sadly we are unable to get all 70 musicians on to the bandstand! However, he has settled for the next best thing and will be appearing with some of the finest proponents of Brazilian music in Europe, including young upcoming UK piano star Sam Watts and an amazing Brazilian rhythm section of Matheus Nova on bass, Raphael Delphino on drums and master percussionist Adriano Adewale. And if all that wasn’t enough watch out for an appearance from one of Europe’s most impressive Brazilian singers, Marta Capponi. This promises to be quite a night.
“Marcelo Andrade’s…African Tree serves notice to a very substantial talent” Jazzwise
9:30PM WAYNE HERNANDEZ is one of those fantastic singers who has been using his considerable talents for many years to make others sound good. Hugely successful within the music business he has worked with Tina Turner, Tori Amos, Blur, Grover Washington, Roberta Flack and Madonna. He has also toured extensively with Kool and the Gang, Regina Bell and most recently Billy Ocean, and is one of the singers with the band Gorillaz (oh, that guy!). With an Afro-Cuban heritage that includes work to this day with the London Community Gospel Choir, along with living in New York for a number of years, Wayne describes his music as “…a living fusion of music styles from the Black music scene”. Also a well-established songwriter and producer, this multi-talented artist delivers a simply brilliant set of powerful groove music with an impressive eight-piece band of hand-picked musicians, including guitar, sax and backing vocals, that define the word “soul”.
“...it was clear that Wayne had a very special talent, his voice, it was simply breathtaking” Livemusic.fm
9:30PM Brandon is an ex-pat Australian saxophonist who has made quite an impression on the scene since taking up residence in London. A leading soloist in several jazz orchestras back home he also led his own successful group before decamping to Europe in 2002. His wonderfully fluent and incisive sax playing has been heard in prestigious venues all over Europe and at numerous festivals around the world, including the Womad World Music Festival, Reading Festival, Brecon Jazz Festival, The Vittoria and Terrassa Jazz Festivals in Spain, Manly Jazz Festival in Australia and the London Jazz Festival. In London alone he has performed with the likes of Eric Clapton, Mica Paris, Jools Holland, BBC Big Band and Omar, which gives you an idea of just how good he is! Brandon is also the founder & Artistic Director of the Highgate Jazz with Soul Festival, adding a further string to his bow. Tonight Brandon will be bringing his scintillating three-horn front line sextet to the Club, featuring some of the finest musicians on the UK jazz scene, including the multi award-winning saxophonist Nigel Hitchcock, the multi award-winning Mark NIghtingale on trombone and the powerhouse rhythm section of Ross Stanley on piano, Mark Lewandowski on bass and the brilliant Ian Thomas on drums. Absolutely not to be missed, this one.
“Brandon Allen is arguably the most exciting tenor player in Britain today” Jazzwise; “Nigel Hitchcock has been wowing audiences since he was still in his teens. From recording with the amazing "Itchy Fingers" sax quartet to touring with pop heavyweights like Mark Knopfler, he's done the lot” Saxophone Life
8:30PM Swedish by birth, since 2004 Cecilia has been working in Sweden, New York and her adopted city, London as a singer, composer, arranger, recording artist, teacher and vocal coach. Blessed with a wonderful, pure tone and great time Cecilia has built an impressive reputation amongst many of the most influential musicians on the UK jazz scene. For this 606 gig she’ll be bringing a truly talented band of musicians to work alongside her, featuring some of the best players in the UK, including Alex Bennett-keyboard, Richie Garrison-sax, Jackson Mathod-trumpet, Tom Mason-bass and Jamie Murray-drums. Tonight Cecilia is planning a “Rare Groove” set, and for those of you who may not know exactly what that is, the official definition is “Soul or jazz music that is very hard to source….primarily associated with funk, jazz and pop, and subgenres including jazz fusion, Latin jazz, Northern soul and disco”. So, expect quality groove music associated with the likes of Betty Davis, Fela Kuti, Don Blackman, Roy Ayers and Stevie Wonder. Now that sounds very cool! Cecilia has also promised to bring along some special guests to make an already brilliant evening that little bit more exceptional. Highly recommended.
“Wow, what a voice!” Radiovista; “Stalin has impressive range and flexibility and timbre, from sustained vibrato to percussive almost beat boxing sounds” LondonJazz Blog
8:30PM A Wigan native, John has been honing his craft on the road combining his passions for people and music for some years. The result is an awe-inspiring sound rooted in his northern blues background, with a gritty mournful deep-south attitude and a voice to carry it home. With a bottle-neck blues style referencing the likes of Son House, comparisons to the finger-picking of John Fahey, a leaning towards the psychedelic 60’s rock of Hendrix and Led Zeppelin and the ever present influence of Indian raga, John’s music is a real melting-pot of diverse musical traditions. His eclectic mix of influences wrapped up in a powerful blues style has been heard around the world, including SXSW, Glastonbury, Green Man, Tarragona, The Secret Garden Party and Edinburgh Festivals. He has four CD’s currently on release, all of which have been received with critical acclaim, the Guardian describing the “Joys of Spring” as “truly exquisite” and his latest album, “Saltwater” has also received rave reviews. John will be appearing with his Special Guest Nuno Brito on drums to perform a searing set of acoustic blues. Epitomizing the sound of modern British blues this will be John's fifth appearance here at the Club, and if the others are anything to go by this promises to be a very special night indeed.
"a dark and powerful voice coupled with a bottleneck slide and Southern style stomp...The songs are strong on melody and chorus...his solos are monumental...the more you unpeel the more you get out of it" Blues Matters
8:30PM Tonight we present the launch of wonderful Russian-born saxophonist Zhenya Strigalev's latest CD "Never Group", just released on Whirlwind Records. A native of St Petersburg, Zhenya won a full scholarship to study at the Royal Academy of Music, graduating in 2007. Since then this award-winning saxophonist has established himself as one of Europe's leading young jazz musicians, worked extensively both in the UK, mainland Europe and the US. One of the rising stars of the European jazz scene Zhenya is fast building a reputation on both sides of the Atlantic for his exhilarating take on contemporary jazz. His live shows have been described as "exciting and uniquely eccentric" (in a good way!) and after headlining around Europe with sold out shows at Porgy & Bess in Vienna and Ronnie Scott’s in Soho he brings his powerhouse trio, featuring the extraordinary US bassist Michael Janisch (Joe Lovano, Miguel Zenon, Gary Husband) and first-call Spanish drummer Marc Ayza (Jason Linder, Greg Osby) to the Club. He describes the music as "blending the lines between jazz, funk, rock, electronica and improv in a genre mish-mash of high calibre interplay and raw emotion". Sounds good! And to add some extra flavour to this already heady brew, Zhenya has invited award-winning singer Heidi Vogel (The Cinematic Orchestra) down to join the band on some selected numbers. A stalwart of the Jazz, Groove and Hip-hop scene, Heidi's powerful, soul-filled vocals should be the perfect foil for Zhenya's imaginative sax lines. Zhenya's searing, fluent and incisive playing has been featured with numerous high profile bands here at the Club and it is with great pleasure that we welcome him back to launch his latest CD this evening.
"Strigalev...fast and furious, tender and emotional and a whole lot of fun too" Jazzwise; "As a composer and arranger, Strigalev subverts the roles of soloist and rhythm section but it's his sax playing that lingers." Evening Standard; "...saxophonist Zhenya Strigalev...a leading figure on the UK scene" Jazz FM; "A typical Strigalev collision of hip jazz virtuosity and surrealism... Strigalev's alto displays bebop agility, shivery lyricism, or sometimes a bluesy Ornetteish swerve." Guardian; "Strigalev's group could well be the next big thing in jazz" All About Jazz; "His playing has a mastery which puts him right at jazz’s heart." Telegraph; “Heidi Vogel....surely one of the great jazz voices of modern times” Vamos-London
8:30PM Bass player, composer and arranger Ben Crosland has been leading bands for over 25 years. He has recorded a series of critically acclaimed albums, released on his independent Jazz Cat label, with the cream of UK jazz musicians including Alan Skidmore, Jim Mullen, Mark Nightingale, Steve Waterman, John Etheridge, Martin Shaw, Steve Lodder and Barnaby Dickinson. Tonight he will be launching his latest CD, a tribute to the Kinks iconic singer/composer Ray Davies. Featuring Dave O’Higgins on tenor and soprano saxophones, John Etheridge on guitar, Steve Lodder on piano and keyboards, and Sebastiaan de Krom on drums, the Ben Crosland Quintet bring a wealth of experience, flexibility and vision to the interpretations of these wonderful British pop songs. As Ben says, “Strong grooves, a natural swing and strong, evocative melodies characterise Ray Davies’ songs” which allows them to be beautifully re-interpreted in a more contemporary fashion. From straight-ahead swing through jazz waltz to reggae, Ben and the band shine a new light on these classic songs. Highly recommended.
“the...music of this excellent band is as warm and inviting as any jazz lover could wish” Observer; “…a lot of affection, a lot of respect for those unforgettable melodies and a whole lotta damn fine playing…these well respected men have done Mr. Davies proud” Jazzwise
8:30PM A US-based musician of international standing, saxophonist Greg Abate is considered to be amongst the finest jazz players of his generation. After completing his studies at Berklee in the mid 70's, Greg went on tour with the Ray Charles band for two years before returning to Rhode Island, where he ran his own bands for some years before going on the road again in the late 80's with the revived Artie Shaw Orchestra. Following that experience he established himself as an international soloist, something he has now been successfully doing for the last 25 years working throughout the US, Canada, UK, Western and Eastern Europe and Russia. As well as his touring work, Greg is also a composer, arranger, a Grammy-nominated recording artist and educator of some considerable note, serving as an adjunct professor of Jazz Studies at Rhode Island College as well as a very active jazz clinician. His fluent and muscular playing is best described as "post hard bop", encompassing a classic approach to the material in the style of Charlie Parker, Sonny Stitt, Cannonball Adderley and Phil Woods. Accompanying Greg tonight will be one of the UK's finest hard bop pianists, Craig Milverton with his trio of Sandy Suchodolski on bass and Matt Home on drums. Promises to be a great night for all lovers of straight ahead jazz sax.
"Abate is not content to rely on stock bebop riffs...his work [has] a feeling of constant invention and creativity.” Chicago Tribune; "a unique voice" Metro, San Jose; "One of the most exciting players around today" The Jazz Messenger; “Greg Abate is one of the most appealing saxophonists on the scene today...the result is that he plays music with sweetness and daring.” New Jazz Recordings
9:30PM Tony O’Malley is unquestionably one of the most charismatic vocalists working in the UK. A featured performer since the late 60s, his CV is vast and includes stints with the iconic band 10CC and his own seminal Jazz/Funk band Kokomo. His brand of jazz-tinged contemporary soul and blues is really stunning, with his fabulous, smoky, velvety growl of a voice delivering original material and some covers in his inimitable style. With eight CDs to his name including his latest, “Back at the Bag” released in the summer of 2015, Tony has established himself as one of the most original and powerful performers on the scene today, with a fan base that reaches around the world. Not surprisingly his regular band features some of the finest groove musicians around including guitarists Neil Hubbard (Kokomo) and Tony’s latest recruit, the up-and-coming Richie Aikman. If you like contemporary R&B vocals with a touch of Jazz in the Blues Brothers style, then this is definitely for you. And it's Tony's birthday tonight, so expect some surprise guests and a lot of fun!
“...the velvet gravel throated O’Malley is one of the UK’s most undersung vocal performers...the songs drenched in the deep soulful spirit that characterises everything he touches…one of the UK’s hottest properties” Jazzwise
9:30PM Gilad is a wonderful sax and clarinet player with a powerful sound and unique approach. His fiery, immensely fluent playing and remarkable technique have established him as one of the most talented saxophonists in world music, performing a mix of classic jazz standards and originals with an energy and enthusiasm that is hugely infectious. His most recent CDs, along with his recently published books, set him apart as one of the most original and creative artists on the scene today. Passionate about both his music and his politics, Gilad’s gigs are always stimulating both musically and intellectually. Tonight he will showcase material from his latest studio recording, “The Whistle Blower” (his eighth) which was released through Gilad’s own Fanfare Records. And watch out for the new documentary on Gilad, premiered recently in New York. Gilad will be ably accompanied by his extraordinary band, The Orient House Ensemble: Frank Harrison on piano, Yaron Stavi on bass and Chris Higginbottom on drums. Promises to be quite a night...
“A master…a jazz giant with a formidable international reputation”The Guardian; “Atzmon...Astonishing” Time Out
8:30PM A wonderful, sophisticated singer with a smooth and poised style Sarah is without doubt one of the UK’s leading jazz vocalists, known for her association with the late, great Fran Landesman and Simon Wallace (“one of the finest songwriting partnerships” The Observer). Sarah worked closely with both Fran and Simon for over a decade, and her interpretations of their songs are second to none (according to Fran, who should certainly have known). This long and fruitful collaboration of kindred spirits produced four CD’s, included the “Songs from a Floating World,” released to no less than rapturous acclaim (“Superb interpretations, wildly romantic – Moule really finds the soul of her instrument on this outstanding collection” - Jazzwise). One of Sarah’s many gifts is her ability to put across a lyric, whether knowing and worldly-wise, witty, pensive or hopeful – the mark of a great song stylist. As one would expect she is accompanied by a quartet of the highest quality featuring the brilliant piano playing of Simon Wallace, with Mick Hutton on bass and Paul Robinson (Nina Simone) on drums. Wonderful stuff.
“…subtle and intelligent vocalist… honeyed in sound, smooth in timing and pitch” The Guardian; “...hauntingly gorgeous” Jazz Times USA; “…a fine voice and a great talent” BBC Radio 2; “Cool, elegant, immaculate ****” The Observer; “Massive talent and perfect technique” London Jazz News
8:30PM Gina Foster, who is probably best known for her work with the iconic group “Swing Out Sister”, is a truly gifted and impressive singer. Familiar to many here at the Club for her performances with her friend Beverley Skeete (Rhythm Kings), she has worked prolifically in jazz, soul, groove, pop and dance music and is renowned as one of the most soulful session singers around. Tonight, in line with our "Joni Month" vibe (see Tue 5th), she will be bringing in a band to celebrate the life and music of iconic singer/songwriter Joni Mitchell. As she says "It's not easy to pick a setlist from such a prolific artist, with so many great songs to choose from. But so far our interpretations, with emphasis on the heart and soul, have been going down a storm! From “Hejira” to “Both Sides Now”, “Hissing of Summer Lawns” to “Coyote”, “Carey” to “Edith and the Kingpin”, it's a pleasure to hear these great songs played live and a special pleasure to perform them." And she has put together a terrific band to help accomplish that task, with Graham Harvey on piano and keyboards, Ronnie Johnson along with son Patrick Johnson on guitars, Steve Pearce on bass and Martin Ditcham on drums. This promises to be a very special night indeed. Booking recommended.
“Gina Foster…is an incredibly talented and versatile vocalist” Visit London
8:30PM Jeremy is a powerful and highly impressive drummer, who is equally at home playing pop, rock, funk or straight ahead jazz. Jeremy’s CV is vast, including work with the likes of Tom Jones, The Finn Brothers, Madeleine Peyroux, Gary Barlow, Robbie Williams, Joe Cocker, Echo and the Bunnymen, Jason Rebello, Eurythmics (w/Stevie Wonder), Tina Turner… The regular drummer with American icon Sheryl Crow for over 7 years, Jeremy has just finished touring the world (twice) with his friend Noel Gallagher’s “High Flying Birds” and is now about to go on tour with the iconic band King Crimson... you get the idea, he's very good! An old friend of the Club Jeremy has, however, found time in his busy schedule to put together a great New York style contemporary Jazz group, something he has been doing here at the 606 on a regular basis for more than 20 years. One of the most respected drummers of his generation Jeremy’s gigs are always guaranteed to be both exciting and of the very highest musical calibre. For his performance this evening Jeremy has asked Graeme Blevins-sax, Tom Cawley-piano, his brother Paul Stacey-guitar and Rob Mullarkey-bass to join him on what promises to be a fabulous night of music, so expect something very special! Booking definitely advised.
“…a fine…drummer with an infectious feel. His gigs are ...invariably enlivened by some top class guests” Time Out
8:30PM We welcome Purdy back to the Club once again with what promises to be yet another fantastic night of masterful pop/jazz-influenced originals, with a smattering of standards thrown in for good measure. This outstanding singer oozes charisma, which combined with her sultry style and surefooted vocal delivery makes for a masterful evening of highly accessible music. With influences ranging from Nina Simone to Nancy Sinatra, her vocal prowess is stunning and her live performances demonstrate a strong connection with any audience lucky enough to see her live. She has impressed at a number of major events recently, including a 90,000 strong crowd at Wembley Stadium, Formula One events around Europe, The London Lifestyle Awards 2013 and she’s recently been out on tour as support for Jools Holland. And the word on the street is that her highly anticipated new album "Diamond in the Dust" is undoubtedly set to affirm her as a significant solo artist. The music is a mix of originals and some covers and is at the singer/songwriter end of the musical spectrum. The night wouldn't be complete without her brilliant supporting band, featuring the talents of Tim Sentance on piano, Jamie McCredie on guitar and a rhythm section of Tom Moore on bass and Dan Western on drums. Worth booking for this one.
"Great character, unique voice, a true artist" Alan McGee, Creation Records; "So slinky, it shouldn't be allowed" BBC 6 Music
Thursday 21st - **606 CLUB SPECIAL** "ALL FIRED UP!" feat. (amongst many others) TOMMY BLAIZE, DEREK GREEN, DAVE ARCH, TREVOR BARRY, TONY REMY, GRAEME BLEVINS, BARNABY DICKINSON (TRIBUTE TO MAURICE WHITE, EARTH WIND & FIRE)
8:30PM After their inaugural gig here in April I can absolutely guarantee that this band is unquestionably very special. Put together by singer Tommy Blaize and bass player Trevor Barry from the Tommy Blaize and Strictly Come Dancing bands, along with their friend and studio vocalist Derek Green, this band is intended as a tribute to the great Maurice White and his iconic band Earth, Wind and Fire. The amazing band they have assembled to do this includes between them work with the likes of Stevie Wonder, Robbie Williams, Pet Shop Boys, Amy Winehouse, Kylie Minogue, Massive Attack, Courtney Pine, Simply Red, Will Young, Duffy, Celine Dion, Phil Collins, the Bee Gees, Steve Winwood...you get the idea. And having put together and rehearsed 14 of the finest players on the scene what they then needed was a gig! Which is where we came in. There was the slight technical issue of how we would get 14 musicians on our band stand, but bassist Trevor assured me it would be fine(!), and the gig was born. The music is exclusively EW&F material and is played with an intensity and excitement that makes this ensemble much, much more than just a "tribute" band. The gig was intended to be a celebration of EW&F but has now also become a memorial to Maurice White, who sadly passed away earlier this year. The musicians who will be performing in this amazing line up tonight include Tommy Blaize, Derek Green-vocals, Trevor Barry-bass, Dave Arch, Jeff Leach-piano/keyboards, Tim Cansfield, Tony Remy-guitars, Paul Booth-sax, Barnaby Dickinson-trombone, Karlos Edwards, Joe Crisp-percussion and Andrew Small-drums. This is a unique night of Groove filled joy featuring some of the finest musicians in Europe, and booking is definitely advised.
“Tommy Blaize…oozes Soul and class” Jazz n Jazz; "Tim Cansfield...great stuff" the jazzmann.com; "Tony Remy... One of our premier fusion guitarists" Time Out; "Barnaby Dickinson…world class player” BBC Music Magazine
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9:30PM “SAMARA" is a six piece jazz/Latin group led by 606 Club owner Steve Rubie and suffice to say we think the guys in the band are just great! The pianist Neil Angilley works with Vanessa Mae, Shirley Bassey and “Down to the Bone”, Dill Katz, the bass player is visiting professor at the Guildhall, Nic France the drummer has worked with just about everyone, including Dave Gilmore (Pink Floyd) and Bill Withers, the percussionist Dawson Miller is generally recognised as one of the most versatile and experienced players on the scene and the vocalist Liliana Chachian is considered to be one of the finest Brazilian singers currently working in Europe. The music is an infectious blend of Brazilian samba, jazz/Latin and soul, and we all have a great time.
“Cracking Latin-jazz quintet led by 606 proprietor Steve Rubie on flute and alto saxophone…explores these Latin jazz classics in great rhythmic style” Time Out
9:30PM Julian has established himself as one of the most versatile clarinet and sax players around. His award-winning clarinet playing in particular is widely recognised as some of the finest in Europe, and with his contemporary approach he has demonstrated that this most traditional of instruments can be successfully deployed in a modern context. Widely respected on the UK scene he includes work with the likes of John Dankworth & Cleo Laine, Peanuts Hucko, Wild Bill Davidson, Jim Mullen and Digby Fairweather. As well as performing Julian has also written over 30 TV jingles and documentary film scores and was taken to Paris to arrange and conduct a Big Band album for Charles Aznavour. The band itself features the wonderful piano playing of Neil Angilley along with the sophisticated guitar of Dominic Ashworth and the dynamic line up is augmented by one of the country’s finest singers, Jacqui Hicks. Performing a combination of excellent funky original material as well as classic Jazz standards this is without question a classy gig.
“Julian Marc Stringle is the best Clarinet player to emerge in British Jazz in several decades” John Dankworth CBE; "Jacqui Hicks is…one of the most soulful singers in Britain” MU Magazine
8:30PM Described as “Britain’s most gifted song stylist” and “one of Europe’s most intriguing and intelligent interpreters of the contemporary song” multi-award-winning vocalist Barb Jungr has successfully combined the intricacies of cabaret with the power of jazz to create a unique concept of the popular song. It is little surprise that her recordings have been chosen “Album of the Year” by The Sunday Times, The Telegraph and The Washington Post. A regular performer these days in the US as well as the UK, Barb was the recipient of the “Best International Artist” in New York's “Backstage Awards for Excellence in Cabaret”, adding further to her burgeoning reputation as a singer whose unique voice and imaginative arrangements are internationally acclaimed. She's been a guest on Start The Week, Saturday Live and A Good Read on BBC Radio 4, appeared on BBC4 TV in a programme celebrating the lives of the great jazz divas, was profiled in the Independent on Sunday magazine and has written for The New Statesman. Tonight Barb will be performing songs from her recent 4 star collaboration with legendary US jazz star Laurence Hobgood (Kurt Elling), “Shelter From The Storm - Songs of Hope for Troubled Times”. Barb and Laurence’s repertoire of Dylan, Cohen, Joni Mitchell, Springsteen, Great American Songbook and original material has wowed audiences in the UK and USA and this evening she will be performing it with one of the UK’s finest jazz pianists Barry Green and master bassist Davide Mantovani. One New York critic wrote of this show "Jungr is so supernatural at what she does that she transcends any sort of easy categorizing and rises to a uniquely higher plane. Part of the explanation is her ability to delve into songs and find things in them even their manufacturers hadn’t realized were there." Her astonishingly powerful performances wow audiences and critics alike: Time Out New York said her concerts are like religious experiences, naming her as one of the "ten things you need to see in your life”. It’s a very special gig this one.
"Élan, intelligence and passionate engagement: British chansonnier Barb Jungr brings all of it to her exemplary performance on “Shelter From The Storm – Songs of Hope for Troubled Times." World Music Report; “The only word to describe her dramatic interpretations is revelatory...I was open mouthed with astonishment.” New York Times; “genius” Time Out London; “One of the very best nightclub singers in the World” Time Out, New York; “A genuine jazz marvel" The TelegraphCLICK HERE TO BOOK
8:30PM Liverpudlian Tommy Blaize is a fantastic, charismatic singer/keyboardist who is widely admired and respected throughout the music business. Although for many years an unseen figure behind the scenes, his voice is familiar to millions from work with the likes of Tina Turner, Craig David, Gary Barlow, Marti Pellow and Lulu and from TV ads such as Coca Cola, Levis, and British Airways. Considered one of the most in-demand session singers on the scene, he has been featured on numerous film and TV soundtracks and has been heard here at the Club with Madeline Bell. However, more recently Tommy has been finally achieving some hugely deserved recognition as a brilliant singer in his own right after his appearances as one of the house vocalists on BBC TV’s hit show Strictly Come Dancing (oh, that singer!). A great guy and a fantastic performer it is with enormous pleasure that we welcome Tommy to the Club this evening with his own amazing band, featuring fellow “Strictly” band members Dave Arch-piano, Trevor Barry-bass, Andy Caine-guitar/vocals, Paul Dunne-guitar and Ian Thomas-drums playing a selection of classic Groove and R&B standards with the odd jazz tune thrown in. Tommy and the Band will be featuring music from their first album “Don’t Ya Love Life”, so expect plenty of fireworks and some very Special Surprise Guests. With several hundred years experience between them this brilliant gig from the Tommy Blaize Band is an absolute must – trust me!
“Tommy Blaize…oozes Soul and class” Jazz n Jazz
8:00PM DAN REINSTEIN American born but British educated, I first met Dan at the old Club when he was a medical undergraduate. Even then he was an impressive player, and after taking time off his medical studies to go to the Berklee School of Music he became even more remarkable. He returned to the USA in the early 90s where he became one of the world’s leading experts in laser eye surgery (he’s now officially Professor Reinstein). But he never stopped playing, and when he returned to London to live and work it was great to hear his fluent, classic hard-bop, muscular sax playing again. Also featured tonight will be Shanti Jayasinha on trumpet and Tim Lapthorn on piano.
“…impressive hard-bop saxophonist” Time Out
9:45PM DILL KATZ is appearing later with his regular quartet, playing the more contemporary side of the spectrum. Dill, frequently referred to as a “bass legend”, is one of the most experienced players on the scene today, having pioneered the use of the fretless bass in the mid sixties, and whose work includes stints with Ian Carr’s “Nucleus”, Barbara Thompson’s band “Paraphernalia” and Afro/Jazz band “District Six”. This gig also features the excellent guitar playing of Leon Stenning.
“Superior jazz-rock quartet led by ex-Nucleus electric bassist Katz” Time Out
8:30pm Tori Freestone is a gifted sax and flute player who can now truly be counted as a major musician on the UK jazz scene. She has collaborated with the likes of the Creative Jazz Orchestra, Cuban group ‘Orquesta Timbala’, and Andy Sheppard, has performed on the RFH main stage and at the National Theatre, the Vortex and Ronnie Scott’s; at mainstream high-profile outdoor events including Glastonbury and the ‘Big Chill’; at premier jazz festivals such as London, Cork, Cheltenham, Brecon, Manchester and Haskovo Jazz, plus tours of the UK, Portugal, Germany and Bulgaria. Tonight Tori will be launching her latest CD, and her second for Whirlwind Recordings, “El Barranco”, which features her brilliant trio of Dave Manington on bass and Tim Giles on drums. Following their warmly-received 2014 release “In the Chop House” and subsequent live appearances, the trio have relished the opportunity to reconvene in the studio to record this collection of intuitive explorations (often first takes) of predominantly original compositions. The music on the CD that they will reproduce for this gig has been perfectly described as “a continuous channel of flowing, tumbling lines arriving from a seemingly limitless, spring-like source, where the quicksilver responses and diversions of both Manington and Giles are genuinely realised, combining in creating delightful group unpredictability, via a mutual, carefully crafted musical vocabulary”. The music is both thoughtful and delightfully melodic, as Tori says, “it’s lovely that somehow we have formed a language which, rather than being intellectual or inaccessible, can be both contemporary and relevant”. With her fluent technique combined with a mature and thoughtful approach, Tori’s distinctive style provides a dynamic journey through the modern jazz canon.
“Tori Freestone has a warm and open tone, her playing is melodic and innovative”AllAboutJazz.com; “fluent with subtle phrases, and delicate asides...captivatingly understated and original ...beautifully balanced, inventive" LondonJazzBlog
8:30PM JOHN EAST PROJECT is led by vocalist and Hammond organ player John East, becoming a popular and regular feature at the Club since their first appearance here six years ago. John has played the Hammond for decades, working with musicians such as John Etheridge, Katie Kissoon and Phil Robson. His stellar band comprises Mark Fletcher-drums, Neville Malcolm-bass and the remarkable Carl Orr on guitar, together with a powerhouse horn section of Scott Baylis-trumpet and the great Dave Lewis-sax. Tonight the group will perform a range of material, some from their brilliant debut album (recorded and launched at the Club) and which features well known vocal standards as well as some instrumental tunes, with the emphasis on melodic jazz driven along by the distinctive Hammond sound. In addition, John and the band are recording a new studio album just two weeks before the gig, so they will be playing a selection of tunes from that project as well for you to enjoy. Congratulations John on the first six years!
“(East) and the band...brought the house down” City AM; "Vocalist and Hammond player East leads a fine band" Time Out; "A bit of genius" Fleece Jazz
9:30PM This incredible London-based 7-piece is led by Austrian bassist Stefan Redtenbacher who draws his inspiration from jazz, funk and soul. Stefan has established himself as the UK’s groove bass player of choice for many artists, with a list of musicians with whom he has worked including Steve Winwood, Sam Brown, Herb Alpert and Danny Gottlieb, while his own recordings feature “jazz/funk” legends Fred Wesley (Parliament, James Brown) and Elliot Randall (Steely Dan). The Funkestra’s name pretty accurately describes the high-energy feel of the music as this band, with its fiery two-horn frontline and slinky guitar, perform original funky grooves with an authority and style that is hard to beat. With 8 albums already to their name their latest offering, ‘Dr Hypenstein’, wonderfully showcases the raw energy and funk-driven bass riffs with which the band are now synonymous. Their shows, which always include a regular Guest Vocalist, will tonight feature the wonderful Helena May Harrison (Afro Cluster). The band is highly entertaining, with tremendous musicianship applied to some amazing music. A guaranteed good night out!
“The Governor of Bass” BBC Radio2; “…a near perfect slice of jazz-funk bass from one of Europe’s great players.” Bass Guitar Magazine; “four-minutes of pedal-to-the-floor doo-wop funk…topped off by a sultry vocal turn from Miss May which elevates the track to another level of sophisticated sass”AfterDark
While the 606 Club in Chelsea is closed this evening, you can find us just down the road in Fulham, where we're hosting Jazz on the Lawn at Fulham Palace featuring singer & trumpet player Georgina Jackson & her quintet. It's a lovely night of jazz & swing in the delightful setting of historic Fulham Palace.
8:30PM Noel first came to prominence in the mid 80’s with the seminal Jazz/funk band Morrisey/Mullen while also providing vocals on Mike Rutherford’s highly acclaimed album “Smallcreep’s Day”. Forming his own band “Contact” in the early 80’s (subsequently renamed “McCalla” 10 years later), he released the brilliant album “Push and Pull”, followed by the equally great “Hot From The Smoke”. From the early 90’s, for more than 19 years, Noel’s searing, soulful vocals were featured with the iconic Manfred Mann’s “Earth Band”, but more recently Noel has moved away from his globe trotting exploits with Manfred to form several new bands of his own (as well as making a surprise guest appearance recently with our very own 606 Club Gospel Group)! Tonight Noel will be playing with his 4 piece band featuring Andy Jones-guitar, Gavin Scott-bass and Nic France-drums. The music is a mix of really great “groove” based originals and some classic groove standards performed in his own, fiery, high energy way. So, if you appreciate creative songwriting coupled with a charismatic vocal delivery, be sure to attend what promises to be a “Groove” extravaganza.
“…spine tingling” Guardian; “…a confident, individual voice, graceful and dynamic." Independent on Sunday


The names have been revealed of the former St Mirren stars to have a street named in their honour in new housing on the site of the club’s old Love Street ground.
Renfrewshire Council ran the #SaintsStreets competition which gave supporters the chance to name five streets at the new affordable housing development.
Work is already underway on the £17million project being delivered by Sanctuary Scotland, in partnership with Renfrewshire Council and the Scottish Government, to transform the site into 132 new affordable homes.
St Mirren-related suggestions came flooding in with 1000 whittled down by a judging panel into a final shortlist which went to the public vote earlier this month.
More than 6,000 votes were cast during the week-long poll before the following five names emerged as the winners:
Abercromby Avenue – marking the achievements of 1987 Scottish Cup winning captain and cult-hero Billy Abercromby, infamous for his no-nonsense approach.
Fitzpatrick Way – in honour of current club chief executive Tony Fitzpatrick who was also part of the 1987 Scottish Cup winning team and enjoyed two spells as manager.
McGarry Terrace – recognising forward Steven McGarry who helped the club he supports to the 2000 First Division title and in memory of his late father Tam, a well-known St Mirren supporter.
Saints Street – celebrating the affectionate name for all St Mirren supporters.
Yardley Avenue – named after popular striker Mark Yardley whose glut of goals propelled Saints into the top flight in 2000.
These five streets add to two already named ‘North Bank’ and ‘Cairter’s Corner’ after well-known sections of the old ground they sit on the locations of.
Sanctuary Scotland has also confirmed it will name the children’s play area at the new housing development after the club’s mascot Paisley Panda.
Councillor Marie McGurk, Convener of Renfrewshire Council’s Communities, Housing and Planning Policy Board, said: “Congratulations to the past players on emerging victorious from what was an extremely strong shortlist. The competition really sparked the public imagination and we were overwhelmed by the interest it generated.
“We felt it was really important that we celebrate the rich history of the site as it is transformed into new homes to be enjoyed by families for generations to come. The development is already taking shape and will contribute towards our target to build 1000 high quality affordable homes in Renfrewshire by 2021.”
The Sanctuary development is due to be completed by September 2019. It will provide 103 houses for social rent and a further 29 houses for affordable sale through the New Supply Shared Equity scheme.
Gillian Lavety, Head of Development for Sanctuary Scotland, said: “Sanctuary is delighted Renfrewshire Council allowed St Mirren supporters to choose the names of these streets. Many who voted would have attended Love Street religiously and have glorious memories of the old ground.
“At Sanctuary we believe it’s important to recognise the history of the sites we develop. These names are fitting tributes to the local legends they immortalise and the affectionate name all fans have for St Mirren.”
St Mirren Chief Executive Tony Fitzpatrick said: “It’s an incredible honour to have a street named after me at Love Street and it means the world to know my family name will always be there. The big memory was when I was 12 years old and stood at the top of the terracing at the Love Street end, and looking down on the park I made my decision I wanted to play for St Mirren.
“That was almost 50 years ago – St Mirren has been a massive part of my life ever since and the fans have always been brilliant to me, so I want to thank everyone who voted for me. I’m pleased to see something positive happen with the Love Street site – just one of many good things happening around Paisley just now.”
Now living in Australia, Steven McGarry said: “We are all humbled and thankful for the amount of support through the votes. I suspect 99% of them were for my dad as he had such an impact with good relationships with many of the saints supporters, players and club over the years. To be named along with such legends of the club, Tony Fitzpatrick, Billy Abercromby and Mark Yardley is such an honour. Love Street will always hold a place in our hearts and this makes it even more special.
“Love Street and St Mirren were a massive part of my childhood. My dad started taking me to games ever since I was two. The biggest memory would be no surprise, being part of that special team in 1999/2000 and scoring against Raith Rovers to help clinch the Championship in such a spectacular season will live with me forever.”
Mark Yardley said: “The atmosphere generated at home matches was amazing. I always remember how passionate and loyal our supporters were, through the very good, but also some very bad times. The noise they made was appreciated by all the players and I loved playing at Love Street and it was even better scoring there many times over the years.
“For me to be one of the lucky five winners of the Saints Streets competition it is an absolute honour and I feel so privileged to be voted by the supporters. To make the top five has made me one of the proudest and happiest men in the world and how grateful I will always be to them for this accolade.”
Billy Abercromby said: “I had two dreams, one to be a professional footballer, another to win a major trophy. Being the captain was the icing on the cake and now I can walk down my own street – that’s something special.
“I loved playing at Love Street every week, supporters singing my song gave me a wee boost. Playing here was my life and I had some great moments, like scoring two goals against the then European champions Liverpool and nutmegging Ray Clemence with my penalty as I just shut my eyes and kicked it.”


Beam scheduling for electronically scanned array tracking systems using multi-arm bandits
V Krishnamurthy, J Mickova, RJ Evans
Proceedings of the IEEE Conference on Decision and Control | Published : 1999
In this paper we derive optimal and sub-optimal beam scheduling algorithms for electronically scanned array tracking systems. We formulate the scheduling problem as a multi-arm bandit problem involving Hidden Markov Models. A finite dimensional optimal solution to this multi-arm bandit problem is presented. The key to solving any multi-arm bandit problem is to compute the Gittins index. We present, a finite dimensional algorithm which computes the Gittins index. Suboptimal algorithms for computing the Gittins index are also presented.


text: Looks like at least one bank was left out of the TARP bonanza. Colonial Bank, which is based in Alabama, will close its doors and be acquired by BB&T, another major regional bank. CNN reports that Colonial "is the sixth-largest bank failure in U.S. history and by far the largest failure of 2009." The bank's failure will not affect most people with accounts there (all balances up to $250,000 are guaranteed by the government). However, mortgage rates may go up, as Colonial was heavily involved in providing "financing needed by mortgage brokers and non-bank lenders to make home loans." Colonial offices in Orlando, Florida, were recently raided by government regulators in relation to accusations of "bad accounting practice and recognition of losses." So far, 77 banks have failed in 2009.


"I would say within five or 10 more minutes, that baby would have been dead.''
For most of us, we could never imagine leaving our child in the car for any reason. Not to just run in to a store to grab milk, not to run in to the post office to drop something off, and definitely not to go in to a store and do some shopping.
This year so far we’ve already seen far too many deaths of children due to being locked in hot cars, so it boggles my mind that someone would willingly leave their infant locked in the car on a hot day, but that’s exactly what one Birmingham area woman did. She’s now facing charges.
A Birmingham area woman is under arrest after leaving her 5 month old baby in a hot car while she shopped.


The Senior Pastor of House on the Rock, Paul Adefarasiin has given the assurance that despite the myriad of crisis Nigeria is passing through, the country would surely emerge stronger in 2021.
He made this declaration during a crossover service at the church’s headquarters Lekki area of Lagos State.
He warned Nigerian leaders, saying that the fresh crops of Nigerians won’t take rubbish from them.
He said, “That is why we had a mess in 2020. The best place to grow is in trouble. The best place to grow is in mess, they call it manure. When my mother wanted to plant roses, she sent for them to bring bags of cow dungs. That is what she used to fertilise her roses. So, her rose got brilliant, boisterous, big petals because of the mess she planted them in.
“Nigerians who have been acquainted with trouble, acquainted with suffering will grow differently. There is a new breed of Nigerians arising that will not take rubbish from her leaders, from her government, they will not settle for less than God’s best