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I started this one a while ago, in between my work on the Aurora and Hayden to give me a sort of relief from working on 25th+ century ships. Instead, the Cluster dabbles into classic TNG era-ism, complete with happy lighting and stuff!
... Well, that doesn't work out as much as I'd like sometimes, but you get the drift
The Cluster is basically a toned down Galaxy-type saucer with a pair of nacelles strapped to it, kicking in to action when her bigger sisters (the Nebula and Galaxy) are relegated to Ship of the Line work. It's reasonably armed and has a pretty amount of internal space. Aesthetically, her interior is a combination of Ambassador and Galaxy design, positioning her a bit in the middle of both. I'm making slow progress with her, sometimes doing some work on the bridge, then the shuttlebay and at other times I'm just fiddling with the captain's yacht and the bay that houses her. I do think that someone to help me out with the internal arrangement isn't a necessary evil, though, especially when it comes to the warp core: I've got only seven decks which offer enough space, deck eight being almost entirely used for the Captain's yacht...
[EDIT] BA, I'm having trouble finding that ship. You've got an image lying around somewhere?
So am I, lol. Most everything I had reference-wise was on my dead external HD. I do recall that Mike Schuster used to post here way back when before the crash, and that's where I got the original image. It was a BIG pencil drawing of what can best be described as a "Galaxy-Class version of a Steamrunner-Class ship". The basic form was identical, but the saucer, bridge, and nacelles, were all TNG Galaxy-Class derived. I am trying like hell to see if I can find the image on one of my CDs, but so far no luck. If anyone here has a copy, I'd love to have a new copy myself.
Oh, and as a bonus another shot from that side-hangar
The doors at front are still a little puzzle, with one leading to a (cramped) ready room and the other perhaps another turbolift. I've added an oversight of the bridge so you guys can see how little space I actually have ;-p


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Republican candidate for president Donald Trump participated in a In a wide-ranging and combative interview, which got very heated at some points, with NBC News reporter Katie Tur. Trump admonished and scolded Tur numerous times and tried to correct the record on his controversial remarks on illegal immigrants.
Trump criticized Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton as "weak on immigration" and warned if she became president we would "have a crime wave like you've never seen before."
"Hillary is weak on immigration," Trump said. "I may be divisive on immigration, but she's weak on immigration, which is far worse. Hillary would let everybody come in. Killers, criminals, drug dealers, everybody. If you listen to Hillary, everybody is going to be flowing through the nation. They are sort of now anyway. But if you listen to Hillary, she is so weak on immigration, we will have a crime wave like you've never seen before."
This led to a combative back and forth between Trump and NBC's Katy Tur on crime by illegal immigrants:
TUR: Immigration is down. Why is this such a big topic for you right now?
TRUMP: Immigration is a very big topic. Take a look at all the crime that's being committed. Ho take a look.
TUR: The research says the crime does not match what you're saying.
TRUMP: Don't be naive. You're a very naive person.
[Editor's note: Tur found herself stuck trying to put together a follow-up question prompting Trump to admonish her.]
TRUMP: Come on, try getting it outI don't know if you're going to put this on television but you don't even know what you're talking about. Try getting it out, go ahead.
TUR: Immigrants commit less crime than U.S.-born citizens.
TRUMP: Number one, I disagree with it. Number two, whether it's true or not, illegal immigrants, I'm talking about illegal immigrants, I'm not talking about immigrants. I'm an immigrant, you're an immigrant, we're all immigrants.
TUR: Illegal immigrants commit less crime.

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A baby is imbued with a powerful evil spirit by the satanic cult that her parents belong to. Nine years later, that child struggles to keep her power contained as she is taken in by a young childless couple.
The demonic child is a narrative path that is as well-trod in horror films as the suspiciously cheap haunted house, and 2015’s June is the embodiment of that recycling. The film received a DVD release in the UK on January 11th, but its bland script and lack of scares leave it destined to quickly fall into obscurity.
That being said, June is far from the worst of its kind. For one thing, the cinematographer clearly knows what he’s doing, and it is a surprisingly attractive film to watch, which makes the glacial pace a little more bearable to sit through. The acting is also decent for the most part. Kennedy Brice (who played Molly in Season 4 of The Walking Dead) does a great job as the titular June, managing a quiet and sympathetic performance despite having very little to say. Casper Van Diem (Starship Troopers) is likeable enough as June’s unsuspecting foster father, despite some awkward line delivery towards the climax and an obsession with taking pictures of the child which is creepy in a way that the film didn’t intend.
The problem lies with the script, which is uninspired and makes less sense the more you think about it. Of course, it’s unlikely that anyone will think about it a lot, because the film is so forgettable that I had to watch it twice to write this review and even then struggled to remember parts of it. The premise seems simple enough at first: a satanic cult with ambiguous goals summons an evil spirit (referred to as Aer or Aery) and puts it in a baby, only for the ritual to be thwarted at the last minute and the child to end up in the foster care system. The trouble is, it’s never clear exactly what the ritual was supposed to achieve, or how close to completion it was. Naturally the cult wants June back to finish the ritual, but once it is revealed that they have been keeping a close eye on her while she was in foster care, the viewer is left scratching their head as to why the cult allowed her to be bounced around the system for years at all. It doesn’t help that the non-linear voiceover that crops up every now and then spoils a potential twist that the film had up its sleeve early on, making the payoff feel very flat, as well as raising the question of why certain characters acted oblivious about June’s frightening behaviour when they knew about her powers all along.
Still, an innocent child with an evil spirit inside of her which sometimes bursts out and hurts people could be interesting, and June does have a few Carrie-like moments where things fly around and bottles shatter, but these moments are far too rare. This wouldn’t be a problem if the slow-burn pacing was building up to something big, but the climax will leave you unsatisfied. June would have benefited from going all-out with a crazy display of June’s demonic powers before the end, but the film never quite builds enough momentum to be interesting or memorable, let alone scary. Watch it once if you’ve got nothing better to do, but you won’t miss much if you leave the room occasionally in the middle of it.
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Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia’s death at a remote Texas ranch has triggered a political earthquake and instantly changes the outlook for a host of high-profile issues the court is currently considering. But perhaps none of these are as consequential as the fate of the planet itself. As Climate Central’s John Upton wrote, “in dying, Scalia may have done more to support global climate action than most people will do in their lifetimes.”
Scalia’s death comes just days after the Supreme Court issued an unprecedented stay that temporarily blocked the implementation of the Clean Power Plan, Obama’s centerpiece climate legislation. The Clean Power Plan isn’t perfect, but it was on pace to double the already accelerating rate of coal-fired power plant retirements by 2040. Last week’s surprising action by the Supreme Court—dubbed a “nightmare scenario” by the Hill—raised substantial fears among environmentalists that the court’s conservatives might eventually block the Clean Power Plan completely. At the very least, the stay buys some time for Republican hopefuls in this year’s presidential election; if one were to win, he could just cancel the executive order that launched the plan in the first place.
The stay is still in place, but the climate law experts I talked to say Scalia’s death greatly boosts the eventual survival chances of the Clean Power Plan. A 4-4 court would guarantee that the lower court ruling would stand—and the D.C. Circuit Court is expected to approve the plan.
“This unexpected and shocking development certainly increases the chances that the Clean Power Plan will ultimately be upheld by the Supreme Court if the next president is a Democrat,” Michael Gerrard, law professor at Columbia University, wrote in an email. That qualification—“if the next president is a Democrat”—is obviously a big one.
Even if Republicans lose the election, they’ve already bagged a not-inconsequential victory, thanks to Scalia. “Among Justice Scalia’s legacies will be the delay of the Clean Power Plan’s implementation until at least after the election,” Michael Blumm of Lewis and Clark Law School wrote in an email. ClimateWire reports that the delay has kicked off an “expensive game of red light, green light,” as states and utilities struggle to predict how quickly they ought to move on phasing out coal at the local level.
Should the Clean Power Plan be nixed by a Republican president, it might even threaten the Paris accord (which compels virtually every nation to reduce emissions, the first agreement of its kind) by sowing doubt in other major economies, like India and China, of America’s true intentions on climate policy.
Still, if you look closely at Scalia’s legacy on climate change, it’s hard to picture his replacement (even a Republican appointee!) harboring a more willful disregard for science. Veteran New York Times climate reporter Andrew Revkin found a few particularly egregious examples of Scalia’s reluctance to want to “deal with global warming.”
Here’s a stunner: In a 2012 event, Scalia discussed his dissent in the landmark 2007 case that declared carbon dioxide as a pollutant under the Clean Air Act, paving the way for the Clean Power Plan:
“I don’t do science, I do law,” Scalia said. “It’s not the Atmospheric Protection Agency, it’s the Environmental Protection Agency. It had always been thought to control the environment, not outer space. That was the basis of my dissent.” My guess is most reasonable people would agree that the atmosphere actually is part of our environment, not “outer space.”
It’s never appropriate to celebrate a death. But we do need to look at how someone’s passing might change things—and climate activists, who are increasingly a major part of the electorate, now have a big boost to push for bolder promises from Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders. Backed by a Supreme Court that would presumably place greater value on the planet’s health, there’s nowhere to go but full-speed ahead in the race to reduce humanity’s carbon footprint.


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I chose to create a card for this weekend's Back to School Blog Hop
Here are the details of the card:
I used a Kraft card for the base, and layered with a apple overlay. The overlay and embellishments are from a file by CreativeKuts that was distributed by Creative Kuts Facebook Fan page last week. This would make a cute card for a returning student to give to their teacher as a welcome back or thank you type card. The sentiment is not included in Creative Kuts file; I print and cut the file using my Silhouette Studio DE software.
***Please check out the "Back to School Blog Hop" by following the line-up below:

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A couple of years after I graduated from my architectural studies in Louvain, I moved to Ghent to start the program for textile design as I was attracted by the tactility of a textile creation. It is exactly this combination of architecture and textile that fascinates me.
Drawing textile into space especially contributes to the awareness and the function of a spot where people dwell. The architectural setting always captivates me. It is a daily inspiration and confrontation to translate both space and image into the more compressed scale of a woven fabric.
To me, designing textile is a thrilling quest for a balance between the graphic image, the uniqueness of the material and the technical nature of the weaving process. I feel that the challenge consists of joining not entirely obvious combinations which reflect the specificity of the moment.
I acquired experience with Betet Skara (Antwerp) and during a number of years with a Belgian linen weaving mill. In 2015 I felt the urge to start my own design shop in Antwerp.
Designing textile is combined by a part-time teaching assignment in the curriculum for interior design in Mechelen.

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Engineered for light weight without sacrificing durability, the Roval SLX 24 is a no nonsense wheelset. The 20mm wide, tubeless ready, alloy rims provide an optimal tire profile to enhance confidence and feel on the road. Roval aero hubs with DT 350 star-rachet internals round out the package to create a light, stiff, and reliable wheelset. Tipping the scales at only 1460 grams, this wheelset is equally at home in a hilly road race or logging big miles training in the off-season.
The Roval SLX 24 Disc is a no nonsense wheelset. At only around 1515 grams, it's designed for light overall weight, but this doesn't mean that it sacrifices anything to strength or durability. Instead, its 20mm-wide alloy rims work to bolster the aforementioned characteristics, while also providing the optimal tire profile in order to enhance both confidence and feel on the road. Meanwhile, the rims have been built to Roval aero hubs that feature fast-engaging DT 350 star-ratchet internals at the rear. Add it all up, and you get a wheelset that checks all of the boxes for daily training and CX racing—lightweight, stiff, and incredibly reliable.
One wheel to rule all roads. Road light, off-road tough, smooth as butter, Terra CLX wheels bring leading-edge performance to the diverse needs of mixed-terrain rides. These are the lightest gravel wheel on the market. They sport 25mm internal-width rims, deliver a durable and exceptionally smooth ride, are compatible with 28-42mm tires at up to 90 PSI, and they come with a lifetime warranty and no-fault crash replacement. - Rim Type: Carbon Clincher, tubeless-first - Rim Material: Advanced Carbon Composite - Rim Width (internal): 25mm - Rim Depth: 32mm - Rear Spoke Pattern: One-cross/Two-cross (2:1) - Spoke Count: 24 - Spoke Type: DT Swiss Aerolite T-head - Nipple Type: DT Swiss Pro Lock Alloy hexagonal - Spoke Length: Drive-Side/Non-Drive: 272mm/277mm - Rear Hub: Roval AFD2, Center Lock, DT Swiss EXP internals, Shimano HG, 142x12mm thru-axle end cap - Assembly Method: Handbuilt - Extras: Roval padded wheelbag, Roval tubeless rim tape and valves (pre-installed) - Wheelset Weight (front and rear with rim tape and tubeless valves): 1296g
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SCHEME-MONTHLY INCOME PLAN
HWCTCSL - MIP
Monthly Income Plan - MIP' A type of investment vehicle that provides a specified monthly payment to the investor. This monthly payment is intended to be a stable form of income and is therefore typically suited for retired persons or senior citizens without other substantial sources of monthly income.
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Porsche fans will be celebrating as the Porsche Expansion Pack has been announced for Forza Motorsport 4, with 30 models from the German sportscar maker, 20 new Porsche-centric events and 10 new Xbox Live Achievements worth 250 extra Gamercore points.
It seems as if Turn 10 Studios and Electronic Arts may have buried the hatchet, with seven new Porsches for the Forza franchise in the mixure of 30 new and classic models. So far the 2010 Porsche 911 Sport Classic and the 2010 Porsche Boxter S have been official confirmed with more car details in the coming weeks. And it won’t just be humans enjoying the rear-engined fun, as the AI drivers will also have access to the new cars.
Obviously the release will coincide with some Porsche-theme Rivals Mode events and new dedicated multiplayer hoppers. The Forza Motorsport 4 Porsche Expanison Pack will be available on May 22, 2012 and costs 160 MS Points ($19.99).
Are you excited Porsche are back in Forza?
So are you one of the many people who were upset to find there were no Porsche models in Forza Motorsport 4 at release? Or have you managed just fine without them? Let us know in the comments…
After reaching end of life status, Forza Motorsport 4 is no longer available to buy as a digital download. But you can find physical copies from retailers including Amazon.


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WESTMINSTER can often be a confrontational and cacophonous place but when it speaks with one clear defiant voice, it is a powerful force to behold.
A major drive to encourage more people to go into a career in childcare will be launched this autumn as the Scottish Government strives to meet its pledge to virtually double the amount of free hours youngsters can receive.
The status quo "is not an option" for Scottish education in a review of how schools are run, ministers have said.
HOLYROOD’S leaders have urged people not blame any faith or community for the terror attack on Westminster, and unite around the shared values of democracy and the rule of law.
Holyrood has united to "stand strong" against terrorism and division in the wake of the "heinous" attack on Westminster.
ONE of Scotland’s richest men is to help spearhead a new drive to improve leadership in schools amid concerns over the lack of sufficiently qualified head teachers.
A suspended vote on a possible second Scottish independence referendum will take place next Tuesday, Holyrood has confirmed.

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The global outbreak of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) has led to the worldwide use of chemical disinfectants to sterilize homes, offices, religious centers, malls, and public facilities and spaces to prevent further spread of the deadly virus.
Effective disinfectants do a good job in deactivating the virus's growth and its mode of action. Besides, a recent study has revealed that the COVID-19 virus can survive on any infected surfaces for about nine days and remains active, hence, further increasing its spread among the public.
To reduce the possibility of infection, public health agencies, particularly WHO, has strongly recommended and encouraged that people maintain a top-notch level of personal hygiene by regularly washing their hands with soap for a minimum of 20 seconds or by using disinfectants that can deactivate and kill the virus and eliminate its infectivity.
Multi-user items like ATMs, railings, shopping carts, elevator buttons, doorknobs, etc., are regarded as areas of a high risk that will increase the virus's transmitting and, therefore, require frequent sterilization with effective disinfectants.
Disinfectants are substances that are used regularly to sterilize surfaces and spaces. An area or a device is considered sterilized when the disinfectant kills and eliminates microbial infecting any agents. But, a disinfectant's ability to completely deactivate a microbe depends on the mode of action of the chemical, the molecular structure of the pathogen's surface, and the intracellular vulnerability.
Presently, only two Lysol products have already been approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use against the Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2 or COVID-19). The products are Lysol Disinfectant Spray and Lysol Disinfectant Max Cover Mist. These recently approved disinfectants can be used on both hard and nonporous surfaces.
Although there are already about 400 disinfecting products the EPA lists as effective against eliminating emerging viral pathogens and human Coronavirus, the Lysol disinfectant products are the first to be tested directly against the Coronavirus (COVID-19) or SARS-CoV-2.
The best scientific studies revealed that alcohol-containing solutions of at least 60% proof are most effective in killing deadly viruses such as the Coronavirus (COVID-19) or SARS-CoV-2 non-enveloped viruses. Each Lysol disinfectant possesses about 40.33% alcohol and other ingredients that might be effective and help kill Coronavirus.
After 2 minutes of contact, both Lysol disinfecting products killed the Coronavirus, based on the press release from Reckitt Benckiser Group, the producers of Lysol.
Note that every EPA-approved disinfectant has its own product directions. It's highly essential that you carefully read the product descriptions to ensure proper use of the product.
We are supporting full lockdown, yet COVID-19 cases are proceeding to rise, worries, and amidst panic seizing the entire world. The government officials and complete medical and health organizations are fighting hard to hold the spread of COVID-19 disease and many suggestions are going around the world.
But, if there is one important approach set down by the health advisories, administration, and all other additional stakeholders in the community, to reduce the transmission of the coronavirus and safeguard each one of us, this can be achieved by following all the preventive measures and to stay on home quarantine.
Cleaning and disinfecting are two essential factors that one should start with, beginning with your home to preserve your place and remain protected from any microbes or bacteria. It is suggested by the Centre of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to clean and sanitize your home even if there are not any sick people at home. It is very important to clean and disinfect highly–contacted areas and surfaces in our homes, at least once a day to stay protected, as we all travel for work or to different places or any person is leaving or visiting your home or if any delivery person is coming in. So, use proper EPA-approved disinfectants and stay safe.

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Mt. Cameron Colorado 14er Sticker
This vinyl decal features the summit of Mt. Democrat, a Colorado 14er located in the Mosquito Range.
- 3 x 2.875 inches (7.62 x 7.3025 cm)
- Colorful illustration of the iconic summit in exquisite detail
- Glossy finish to endure extreme outdoor conditions
- Elevation in both feet and meters
The Mt. Cameron Decal is part of The Colorado Collection - a collection illustrating iconic mountains in Colorado above 14,000 feet. Whether you are an avid mountain climber or just an avid collector, you won’t find a decal sticker of this caliber anywhere else!
© This design is copyright of Expedition Souvenirs. You may not copy or reproduce this product.


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Speaking at the Frankfurt Auto Show, GM CEO Fritz Henderson confirmed that the Antwerp plant is at risk, but he refused to provide more details on what could happen to the Belgian facility that currently employees 2,400 blue collar workers.
"That plant has been under evaluation for some time; no final decision has been taken. But it's certainly at risk," he said.
Henderson also confirmed that both GM and Magna want to complete the deal by early October and turn Opel into a profitable company by 2011.
"We want this deal to close. We want Opel to succeed - period. There is no call option. There is no put option. So they can't force us to buy and we can't force them to sell. But if they want to sell, we have the right to make an offer," he said.
"By 2011, we should be able to see the business get into a profitable position. That was what our plan was that was submitted to the (German) government," Henderson said. "It depends on volumes and many other things but if we execute that business plan together, the business should be able to achieve that."

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Facebook on look-out for new Dublin HQ with plans to add 1,000 jobs
Move will secure social network giant's future in the capital
Facebook is on the hunt for a new location in Dublin that would be capable of housing up to 1,000 new staff. The world’s biggest social network has appointed real estate agent DTZ to find a new 110,000 square feet building by 2017 or 2018.
The move will secure Facebook’s future in the capital where it hired about 300 new people last year, taking its headcount to 1,600. Its existing buildings around Grand Canal Square have the...
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TRIBUTE: Dr David Smiles
27 October 2010
TRIBUTE: DR DAVID SMILES, BSc Agr (Hons) '58 PhD '62 DSc Agr '79
Distinguished agriculture alumnus Dr David Smiles died peacefully on 27 October 2010 with his family by his side.
We extend our deepest sympathy to Marie and David's family.
Dr Smiles graduated from the University of Sydney with three qualifications in soil science, irrigated soil management and interactions between water and porous media. In 1993 he was appointed Chief Research Scientist, CSIRO Division of Soils, now CSIRO Land and Water.
He was awarded the Centenary Medal for service to Australian society in environmental science and technology in April 2003.
Most recently he has been a Post-Retirement Fellow in CSIRO Land and Water, in the Environmental Observation and Landscape Science research program.His research interests were:
- Development of space-like material coordinates to simplify flow equations and facilitate material balance in porous material flow.
- Application of these approaches in civil and chemical engineering as well as soil science.
- Land application of nutrient-rich wastes, and the use of this material for crop/pasture production
- Physical and chromatographic [reaction] chemistry of saline soils.
- Water and solute balance associated with piggery effluent irrigation [under contract with Pork Australia]
- Water and solute movement and chemical reaction, in swelling systems.
- Effects of temperature on non-steady water flow in porous materials.
- Fellowship of SSS America
- Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, 1991
- Recipient of the Farrer Memorial Medal, 1993
- Fellow of the America Society of Soil Science
- Member of the Australian Institute of Agric Sci. and Enging [CPAg etc]
- Member of the Aust Soc Soil Sci
Contact: Ms Skaidy Gulbis
Phone: 02 8627 1006

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It’s a pregnancy promenade: Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Lopez, Elizabeth Banks, Chace Crawford, Brooklyn Decker, Anna Kendrick, Matthew Morrison, Dennis Quaid, Chris Rock, Rodrigo Santoro, Ben Falcone and Joe Manganiello. Written by Shauna Cross and Heather Hach based on Heidi Murkoff’s book, directed by Kirk Jones. From Lionsgate. Opens May 11.
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The Governor General’s History Award for Popular Media - the Pierre Berton Award - went to two very deserving recipients - Réal Bélanger, Directeur général adjoint, Québec, Quebec, and John English, General Editor, Toronto, Ontario. They are the people behind the Dictionary of Canadian Biography/Dictionnaire biographique du Canada (DCB/DBC).
The University of Toronto and the Université Laval, started the dictionary in 1959, and it has fully sourced biographies written about people who have died between the years 1000 and 1930 or whose last known date of activity falls within these years.
May I say that I have used the dictionary many times for the biographies of the people, and as a guideline for the sources of the material that is used in the biographies. It continues to be one of the best places on the Internet to conduct Canadian research.
To read about the dictionary, you can go to the http://www.biographi.ca/index-e.html
© Elizabeth Lapointe All Rights Reserved

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Chesham Grammar School hosted a senior citizens party for nearly 200 guests recently.
Staff members Rachel Baillie and Karen McKenzie co-ordinated the whole event with many other staff and pupils volunteering
Several groups of pupils performed music and singing before a mass sing-along of Christmas carols which was followed by raffle prizes and gifts, donated by pupils, parents and staff. Mimi Harker, Chairman of Chiltern District Council, and Noel Brown, Chehsam Town Mayor, also paid a visit.
Headteacher, Annmarie McNaney, said: “We were delighted to welcome so many elderly guests to our party.
“Our students did a wonderful job and they enjoyed the event as much as the guests did.
“I am grateful to the staff and students who were here and who made what has become a school institution possible.
“I would also like to thank the mayor of Chesham, Noel Brown, and chairman of Chiltern District Council, Mimi Harker, for coming.
“Finally, thanks to all the local businesses who supported the event either by sending a donation or providing a raffle prize.”


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After a day of making and eating soup dumplings with a local chef, explore Shanghai along the riverside as night draws in.
This week @bchesky is in China to launch Trips in Shanghai and announce Airbnb's new Chinese name, “Aibiying” (爱彼迎)
Click the link in our bio to read more.
Picture this: you're in Shanghai, a city brimful of tradition, with 4 of your best friends for 48 hours.
Would you rather learn from a local chef how to make Xiaolongbao, what you may know as soup dumplings, or make Miansu's, figurines rooted in 4,000 year old Chinese folk art?
Airbnb isn’t just for finding places to stay. Now it can help you find things to do, too. For example, Londoners and visitors alike can make hand-printed wallpaper alongside master artisan Daniel Heath in Hackney Wick, a thriving warehouse district. You and a few other guests will work with Daniel in his studio in a converted Victorian factory space. You’ll learn traditional skills like creating a repeating design by hand and silkscreening artwork onto paper. Be warned: the beauty of the finished product might surprise you. Regardless of the results, you’ll raise a pint to the process with Daniel and your fellow craftspeople at a local brewery.
Click the link in our bio for other London experiences, from coffee roasting to street photography.
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Taking your little ones somewhere you’ve never been can feel risky, but it’s one way to experience the world a bit like they do, with fresh eyes. Take your time discovering the village’s sights and sounds together. If you have older kids, check out Lunazul Surf School on the main beach.
We’d love to see your family’s forays into uncharted territory. Share by tagging #Airbnb.
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Meet Seven: a lifelong painter who seeks to inspire others with art. On his Airbnb experience in Shanghai, called Life in Art, you go on a walking tour along the Suzhou River. After collecting interesting things along the way, you’ll join him in his studio to create your own art.
You can now book experiences designed and led by local Chinese experts. You’ll get to unleash the soup dumpling chef or street artist you’ve always wanted to be. Click the link in our bio to learn more about our commitment to China.
Airbnb now helps you find things to do, not just places to stay. These experiences are powered by locals like Monisha, an award-winning food writer and teacher. Join her and other guests—travelers and Londoners alike—at a Hounslow spice shop to pick out the best fenugreek, ajowan, and other ingredients before you walk to her home and learn to make them sing. By the end of the Indian feast you help create, you’ll be a few friends richer (and seriously stuffed).
Click the link in our bio to explore other unique things to do in London, from a skateboard street-art adventure to making gin from scratch.
Which would you rather do? Bike around with bona fide locals or stay in bed at a home made of cedar?
Swipe then comment below on which. #AirbnbTour2017
India’s leading designer duo @ShantanuNikhil bring together the essence of Indian traditions and modernity. As hosts in New Delhi they take guests through a creative experience of style, where they will see an innovative blend of architecture and design expressed through couture. Swipe for a peek at their experience.
Click to @bchesky to see more behind the scenes of @ShantanuNikhil’s experience and their fashion show that Brian Chesky modeled in. #AirbnbTour2017
Photo: @_candida and @peterearlmccollough
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Once you’ve settled into your home, you can now find things to do during your trip on Airbnb — like a sail along the San Francisco Bay with a sea captain. While there’s nothing wrong with a leisurely cruise (booze, sightseeing, or otherwise), becoming part of a sailing crew puts you in direct contact with the elemental forces that shape the area. Explore the bay this way —heart pounding, saltwater spraying your face— and the change in perspective will linger long after you’ve lost your sea legs.
Click the link in bio to explore unique things to do in San Francisco, whether you’re visiting the bay or an SF native— from secret home shows to exclusive pop-up dinners.
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Meet the local hosts who are bringing experiences to life in Harlem.
Dapper Dan dubbed “Hip Hop’s fashion godfather”, is credited for bringing high fashion to hip-hop. Dap reveals the hidden link between his experiences in Africa, the streets of Harlem, and the years leading up to his legendary shop. Then walk by his old store & relive untold stories of how it rose to fame. Your last stop is at an African market to meet some designers and each guest has the opportunity to walk away with a dashiki.
Bodega Bamz, a Dominican and Puerto Rican rapper will show you around the Spanish Harlem that he calls home. You'll get a freestyle rap workshop and go to his favorite places for Latino food and coffee.
Tony is the founder of Harlem Grown, a local non-profit that educates youth on hands-on urban farming & nutrition. On Tony's experience you’ll get your hands dirty on their local farm and learn about how they're making food accessible to the community. Harlem Grown is a social good experience- proceeds to towards the parent non-profit called FoodCorps.
Finally meet Celeste, host and founder of Harlem Brewing Co. On her experience, Harlem Brewif It, you'll learn how to brew beer and then actually make a batch.
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A family trip to Palm Springs for @OhJoy includes a pit stop to see 100-ton roadside dinosaurs, tornado potatoes, ice cream (of course), and letting her two girls, Ruby and Coco, channel Mozart on the piano in their Airbnb.
Check the link in our bio for more family-friendly Palm Springs recommendations from a recent trip we sent @OhJoy and her family on.
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Crocuses and snowdrops are already erupting, which means the chain reaction of daffodils, hyacinths, and tulips isn’t far off. But it’s still a little chilly to hang out all day in the Vondelpark. Pick up a bottle of jenever and invite new friends over to see what blooms indoors.
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Not every offseason day looks like this. But the relative calm makes it the best time to savor the island’s beauty and get to know residents and fellow visitors. Buses stop running earlier than usual, so be sure to double-check schedules before heading out for a day trip to the awesomely well-preserved ancient city of Akrotiri.
Between the great oceans on one side and Table Mountain on the other, the possibilities of adventure are endless in Cape Town. But then again, we won't blame you if you want to stay on your balcony all day taking in the color pallets of the Bo Kaap neighborhood.
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Few things are more welcoming than a sunset over Kalihiwai Bay, but its the aloha spirit of the people that give the islands their true warmth. Locals extend a warm welcome by saying “Aloha”, which is described as a feeling of love, peace, and compassion. Don’t be surprised if your host leaves you a pineapple; it’s a sign of hospitality. Also, that it’s time for a piña colada.
Arthur Guinness was an innovator with such a belief in his creation that he stamped his family name on it. A true celebration of Irish culture, @homeofguinness will open its iconic black gates to offer an exclusive #NightAt stay at this craft-lover’s pilgrimage site.
From a historical journey of the brewery to a six-course dinner, the experience will take you to the 7th floor of the building, for a 360° view of Dublin.
Celebrate Irish traditions in the finest way possible.
Check the link in our bio to enter to win, and tag a friend you'd want to go with.
Combine your visit to this deluxe yurt with a concert at the nearby Pappy and Harriet’s for a complete desert nightlife experience. Whatever band you see, they’re just the opening act for the coyotes’ howled lullabies. If you can’t sleep, try joining in.
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Fresh mint tea might be the ideal way to prepare for—and recover from—a day of exploring the turbulent souks. If this is your first time, it’s also a good idea to hang out on Jemaa el-Fnaa (the main square) for a while before diving into the more intense covered marketplace.
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Rest up for a walk to Parque Central for people-watching, or out of town to Caoba Farms for lunch under the trees. If you try the chuchitos—addictive Guatemalan mini-tamales—keep in mind that their smaller size doesn't mean you should eat a dozen.
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Traveling with kids can mean ditching your perfect itinerary for plan B (and C, and D …),@inhonorofdesign learned in Charleston. Swipe left to see their whole family adventure.
They also found as long as you’ve lined up a great home base and a go-to family restaurant like the nearby Sea Biscuit Café, you’ll be fine. An ocean in your front yard doesn’t hurt, either.
Check the link in our bio for more family friendly recommendations from a recent trip we sent @inhonorofdesign and her family on.
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After your morning dip at home, pick up some coconut roti from a vendor on your way to the beach and you’re all set until lunchtime. Mellow waves and a lack of crowds make this a good spot for beginning surfers (basic boards are available to rent) and advanced sunbathers.
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Linger too long on your balcony above La Habana Vieja and you might find yourself paralyzed with possibilities. If you haven’t already lined up dinner at a paladar (in-home restaurant), start your night with a plate of malanga fritters at a small rooftop spot called La Makina. Once you’re back down on the street, you might have trouble deciding which music to move toward. Trust your hips to break the tie.
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Your host has stocked plenty of wood for a long, relaxing retreat at this rustic-chic cabin. If you find yourself wanting a break from its tasteful serenity, and you’re here during St. Patrick’s Day weekend, head downtown for live music and the annual Motorized Bar Stool Races. Competitors are breathalyzed; spectators are not.
Photo: @shalynnelson & @thewildehouse
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@homeofguinness is a tribute to one of Ireland's most famous creations. If you've got the luck of the Irish, you could be the first to spend a #NightAt this former brewery.
Nestled in the heart of Dublin, behind the iconic black gates at St. James’s Gate Brewery, are 250 years of historical artifacts, railway tracks, hidden tunnels and family legacy. When Guinness founder Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000 year lease on the brewery in 1759, he may not have known this was the beginning of an empire. Cheers to you, Arthur.
Check the link in our bio to enter to win, and tag a friend you'd want to go with.
Snowshoes are included, but you can always pretend they don’t fit you.
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Imagine this: you're in an Airbnb with 49 new friends listening to your favorite band.
Tell us what band and what city you'd be in in the comments below.
Thanks to @emelisande, @jodieabacus and @cleancutkidmusic for this intimate show in London. Read more about how we've partnered with @sofarsounds to bring you music experiences: http://abnb.co/mjzj
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From your casita on the estuary, you can kayak through the mangroves, learn to surf at the camp down the road, splash around on horseback, or stand watch for the thousands of sea turtles that return here every year. (Note: they usually don't show up until July, so you can relax for now.)
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A bath overlooking the Blue Mountains in the morning, a shower under meteor showers at night … no matter how much hiking you do while you’re here, you’re going to be very clean when you leave.
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You won't have to walk far to find your neighborhood pub, but when your evening looks like this, no one will blame you for taking the long way.
Photo credit: @peterearlmccollough
Successful bath time is cause for celebration, especially when you’re on the road. The design of this modern farmhouse kitchen makes it easy. We’d love to see your family’s most memorable travel moments, squeaky-clean and otherwise. Share by tagging #Airbnb.
Photo: @sara_garza & @thewildehouse
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Now that your table’s all set for your guests, head to the Waco Downtown Farmers Market for those last few ingredients. While you’re there, tide yourself over with a bite from the Co-Town Crepes truck or (depending on who’s coming to dinner) a few swigs of Love Potion #9 from Luna Juice Bar.
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This restored 16th century riad is hidden deep within the winding alleyways of the Mouassine district. When you finally find it, climb the stairs to the rooftop terrace and celebrate with a jawhara, a sweet orange-blossom pastry.
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When you’ve had enough of your courtyard’s cool tranquility, head out to explore the city center. It’s always walkable, but on Sundays, when cars are restricted, it becomes even more so—almost like one big, vibrant plaza.
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The schedule is repeated every year: rumors, more rumors, leaks, announcements, reviews, queues, unboxing, first impressions and, of course, as it could not be missing, dismantling the iFixit. The guys once again traveled to Australia and did, during this dawn, the teardowns of both iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus.
Shall we check your insides?
Highlights, in topics:
- The color of the Pentalobe screws (always them) on the bottom of the iPhone according to the color of the device itself. In the case of the disassembled unit, the new rose gold.
- The entire display structure is reinforced with an adhesive that runs through the iPhone's housing.
- Three cables connect the screen structure to the logic board, against four from before. It now weighs 15 grams more, reaching 60 grams.
- Even jumping from 1.2 to 5 megapixels, the look of the front camera (FaceTime) looks the same.
- Ditto can be said to the button Home, which looks identical even with the second generation of Touch ID.
- The size of the new Taptic Engine really explains why the battery has decreased. Now only 1,715mAh, against 1,810mAh of the previous model; Apple promises the same autonomy, however.
- The presence of 2GB of RAM was confirmed once again.
- Qualcomm's modem now the MDM9635M, while the iPhone 6 used the MDM9625M. This should explain the advances in speed and band coverage promised by Apple.
- The A9 chip itself is slightly larger physically compared to the A8, but it is worth remembering that the M9 coprocessor is now integrated with it.
- The NFC controller has also been updated: now the NXP 66V10, before it was 65V10.
- The shape of the speaker has changed slightly, but in general it should not differ from the previous model.
- In the structure of the lower Lightning cable there are not one, but two microphones attached.
- As before, the side button Sleep / Wake it still comes coated with a rubber that gives the iPhone some water resistance. But Apple has nothing to say about it, officially.
iPhone 6s Plus
Focusing on the differences:
- In Plus, the weight increase of the screen structure was even greater from 60 to 80 grams.
- Interestingly, the Taptic Engine of the iPhone 6s Plus is much smaller than the iPhone 6: 15x8x4.9mm, against 35x6x3.2mm. IFixit believes that Apple did this so as not to have to further reduce the device's battery.
- Speaking of which, we now have 2,750mAh versus 2,915mAh from before.
- As with last year's model, the rear camera structure (iSight) is different on the larger iPhone as it has optical stabilization.
The gallery at the beginning of the post brings pictures of the disassembly of the iPhone 6s. The following are some of the iPhone 6s Plus:
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IFixit gave both devices a grade 7/10 in terms of ?reparability?, which is not bad. Apple loses points for still using proprietary screws in the housing structure.
Those who lost, it is also worth checking out the recent disassembly they made of the iPad mini 4 and the new Apple TV. In July, we saw the new iPod touch; in April, the new MacBook and the Apple Watch.


“Heaven Let Me In” Friendly Fires
Friendly Fires have returned with their new single “Heaven Let Me In”, the track is co-produced with Disclosure and was written in one late night session at the lauded electronic duo’s north London studio.
Talking about the track, Friendly Fires’ Ed Macfarlane says:
“‘Heaven Let Me In’ is a song about being comfortable in your own skin. When you stop trying so hard and embrace your imperfections then opportunities arise and doors open.” “Heaven Let Me In” is the second time these artists have collaborated — Friendly Fires frontman Ed Macfalane previously contributed vocals to Disclosure’s debut album (on “Defeated No More”).
Friendly Fires is comprised of Ed Macfarlane, Edd Gibson and Jack Savidge – returned to the recorded music and live arenas this year following a hiatus. First came the anthemic, Mark Ralph-produced, “Love Like Waves,” Then launching into a summer of high profile festival appearances. Friendly Fires would go on to headline some of the UK’s best loved festivals – including Festival No 6, Lost Village and Truck Festival.
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New Terminator-style ’bots can self-assemble, leap, climb and SWARM
Rise of The Machines Roboticists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have devised a range of self-assembling cube robots, which have no external moving parts.
Despite their lack of limbs, the M-Blocks can climb over and around each other, jump into the air, roll around and even move when hanging upside down - all thanks to an inner flywheel.
The flywheel can reach speeds of 20,000rpm and when the robot cube puts the brakes on, it gives itself angular momentum. Added to this are magnets on the edges and faces of the bots that allow them to attract to each other.
“It’s one of these things that the [modular-robotics] community has been trying to do for a long time,” said Daniela Rus, a professor of electrical engineering and computer science and director of MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). “We just needed a creative insight and somebody who was passionate enough to keep coming at it - despite being discouraged.”
Self-assembling cube-bots are already around, but those similar to M-Blocks tend to be more complex, with bits sticking out of them and a range of motors. These all allow the robots to be "statically stable", meaning that you can pause any of their movements at any time and they’ll stay put. M-Blocks are different because they give up the ability to put things on pause.
"There’s a point in time when the cube is essentially flying through the air,” said postdoc Kyle Gilpin. “And you are depending on the magnets to bring it into alignment when it lands. That’s something that’s totally unique to this system.”
To compensate for the robots’ instability, each edge of the cube has two cylindrical magnets mounted like rolling pins, which can naturally rotate to align poles and attach to any face of any other cube. The cubes’ edges are also bevelled to allow them to pivot. Smaller magnets sit under their faces so they can "snap" into place when they land.
As with any army of modular robots, the researchers’ ultimately hope that the M-Blocks’ simplified locomotion system can be miniaturised for maximum malleability in what they can create - like the liquid metal scenario in the Terminator movies.
The full study will be presented at the IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems in November.
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won two Oscars for Titanic (Best Song and Best
Score). His late father, Harry Horner, an Austrian
immigrant, won two Oscars for art direction.
Competing with Horner in the Best Score cate-
gory are Howard Shore, Danny Elfman and
Shore is nominated for Lord of the Rings: The Return
of the King (he's also up for Best Song as the co-writer
of "Into the West"). Shore, who attended Jewish sum-
From his fights with nosy reporters in the 1980s to
mer camp in Canada with Lorne Michaels, the cre-
Special to the Jewish News
has remained a controversial figure. But there's no ques- ator of Saturday Night Live, was the first musical direc-
tor of SNL. He won the 2001
tion he is a great actor now at the top of his game.
he Oscars will be handed out a month
Oscar for Best Score for the
Penn, who already won the Golden Globe for
earlier than usual this year — on
first film of the Rings trilogy.
Mystic River, in which he plays a man imbued with
Sunday, Feb. 29. But unlike previous
Elfman, 50, who is
years, it's a fairly thin roster in terms of
as being of "Russian-
Jewish Oscar nominees.
Polish Jewish" background in a
daughter), easily could haiie snared another Oscar
The good news is that Billy Crystal is back host-
Village Voice profile, started as
nomination for his role in 21 Grams.
ing the show after a three-year hiatus.
avant-garde rock musician,
Competing with Penn for the Best Actor Oscar is
Crystal recently told the Toronto Star he missed a
in the band Oingo-
great comic moment the year Schindler's List won.
Sitting at home watching the ceremonies, he said he
-;couldn't believe it when a woman named Ewa (pro-
parent, but there aren't many actors who've
nounced Eva) Braun won the first Oscar the film
amassed such a record of bravura performances as a
received that evening, for set direction.
He added, "I sat there and went, 'Oh,
This year, he is nominated for his score for Burton's
no. This can't be possible.' I had a million
Fish. His previous nominations were for his scores
lines flying through my head." (Eva Braun
in Black and Good Will Hunting.
of course, is Itzhak
also was the name of Hitler's mistress.)
48, who is nominated for his score for
Stern in Schindler's
This Oscar season is memorable as the
(his seventh nomination), is the son
year in which the non-Jewish Clint
composer Alfred Newman, the
Eastwood uttered the most surprising
Newman's uncles were corn-
"Oscar-related Jewish remark" since the
Newman. Composer Randy
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(non-Jewish) Bob Hope said, "Oscar time,
1989 TV film;
or as it is known in my house: Passover."
Randy Newman's father, who was &doctor, was
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only one of the Newman brothers to marry a
nominated Mystic River, was interviewed in
woman and, according to a recent profile of
the Jan. 23 issue of USA Weekend, just
his uncles' children were all raised in their
before the Oscar nominations were
Anne's father, in
47, is nominated for Best Adapted
the 2001 ABC
When asked about the possibility of
Seabiscuit, which he also directed.
nominations for his flick, he responded,
including Ross, are nomi-
The reporter retorted, "Pardon?"
fanatic, and his not-
in the film Bugsy.
Eastwood said, "That's a Jewish expres-
a trip to Santa Anita
In 2001, the
sion meaning 'Don't talk about it. It's bad
Vadim Perelman's "House of Sand and Fog,"
This is Ross' third
his directorial debut, is up for three Oscars. Jewish Journal of
luck.' Eastwood then laughed.
he was nomi-
("Kineahora" — USA Weekend's spelling of
the Yiddish term — usually translates as "May the
son of an Indian physician and an English
evil eye stay away.")
fashion model whose parentage was partly
high school as cinematographer John
Russian Jewish. Born out-of-wedlock, his
Schwartzman, whom he tapped for
Feature Film Nominees
mother was loath to speak of her background.
Seabi suit. Nominated for Best
The evil eye did keep away from Mystic River — it
for his work on the
received six Oscar nominations, including Best
is the son of the late
Picture, Best Director and Best Actor, for Sean Penn. tary that placed him in a state of 'deep,
Penn, 43, is the son of the late Leo Penn, a Jewish physical shock,' he said. Kingsley was only
credited the time
9, but he knew that someday he 'wanted to
actor and director who died in 1998. Leo's movie
acting career was cut-off in the late 1940s when he
was blacklisted. He kept busy as a stage actor and
turned to directing in the late '50s. He established
After his parents divorced, John's
immigrant Vadim Perelman (lie also co-
himself as a top TV director in the late '60s.
married non-Jewish actress Talia
wrote the film, but is not nominated in
Sean's mother, actress Eileen Ryan, was born a
director Francis Ford Coppola's
either category). Perelman, long a successful
Catholic. According to one of Sean's brothers, the
John credits Coppola as an
Penn kids were "raised secular."
important mentor. John's younger half-brother is
The film's Oscar-nominated music is by Jewish
composer James Homer, 50, who is up for Best Score. actor Jason Schwartzman (Rushmore), who said in
Nate Bloom is the editor ofwww.jewhoo.com.
an interview that while his father was Jewish, he
This is Horner's sixth Oscar nomination. He
For your Sunday evening viewing pleasure, we round
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Celebrating Hip Hop History Month
Hip Hop History Month at SJPL
The San José Public Library is excited to celebrate Hip Hop History Month this November for the 3rd consecutive year. We're offering FREE events that help best illustrate how Hip Hop culture has influenced the local scene in San José, and how it continues to be a tour de force in every facet of our global identity.
We'll present lectures and showcases from several artists who have taken their love of Hip Hop and turned this passion into professional careers. The goal of these interactive experiences is to educate, excite, and inspire people of all ages.
Hip Hop Collection at SJPL
Hip Hop culture was cultivated from the streets of New York City’s five boroughs during the '70s–'80s, springing up from legendary block parties that were orchestrated by names like DJ Kool Herc and Grandmaster Flash. Black and Latino youths utilized the urban community they lived in to help mature what would be known to us as Hip Hop’s founding elements: DJing, emceeing, B-boying/breaking, and graffiti/writing. From body language to fashion, linguistics to pop culture, Hip Hop quickly proliferated mainstream America and has become an outlet for youth culture all around the world.
Interested In Being A Presenter In 2019?
We're looking for enthusiastic people who are willing to showcase their love for hip hop through talents, such as: Music, Dance, Art and Culture / History. If you're interested in presenting at our 4th Annual Hip Hop History Month series in November 2019, please fill out this form! We'll begin to contact interested presenters in late summer to early fall 2019.


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Tip Rhinoplasty, also known as nose tip rhinoplasty, is a surgical procedure aimed at modifying the nasal tip to enhance its shape and appearance. This procedure can be performed in Turkey, where skilled surgeons employ advanced techniques to achieve optimal results. With a focus on precision and aesthetics, tip rhinoplasty in Turkey offers individuals the opportunity to refine their nasal tip through various surgical approaches.
Whether through closed or open techniques, surgeons employ meticulous incisions and manipulation of the cartilage to achieve desired changes in projection, rotation, and overall nasal harmony. By undergoing tip rhinoplasty in Turkey, patients can benefit from the expertise of experienced surgeons and the country’s reputation for medical excellence.
What Is Tip Rhinoplasty?
Tip Rhinoplasty, also known as nasal tip rhinoplasty, is a surgical procedure that focuses on modifying and refining the appearance of the nasal tip. It is a specialized technique within the field of rhinoplasty, specifically targeting the tip area to achieve desired aesthetic changes. During tip rhinoplasty, the surgeon carefully reshapes the cartilage and underlying structures of the nasal tip to enhance its projection, rotation, and overall symmetry.
This procedure can address concerns such as bulbous or drooping nasal tips, asymmetry, or lack of definition. With the expertise of skilled surgeons, tip rhinoplasty aims to create a balanced and harmonious nasal tip that complements the overall facial features, resulting in improved facial aesthetics and self-confidence.
How Is Tip Rhinoplasty Performed?
During a tip rhinoplasty procedure, the surgeon employs various surgical techniques to modify the nasal tip. The specific approach used depends on the individual’s unique needs and desired outcome. The procedure can be performed using either a closed (endonasal) or open (external) approach.
In a closed approach, the surgeon makes incisions within the nostrils to access the nasal tip, while an open approach involves additional incisions that allow for greater visibility and manipulation. Through meticulous incisions and cartilage manipulation, the surgeon can alter the projection, rotation, and overall shape of the nasal tip. The goal is to achieve a harmonious and aesthetically pleasing nasal appearance that complements the patient’s facial features.
Recovery Process After Tip Rhinoplasty
The recovery process following tip rhinoplasty involves several important considerations. After the surgery, patients can expect some swelling and bruising around the nasal tip, which is a normal part of the healing process. The use of prescribed medications can effectively alleviate pain and discomfort. Nasal packing may be used temporarily to support the nasal structures and control bleeding.
Patients are advised to keep their head elevated and avoid strenuous activities for a few weeks to minimize swelling and promote healing. It is important to follow the post-operative instructions provided by the surgeon, which may include wearing a splint or bandage on the nose and using saline sprays or rinses for nasal hygiene. Patients should attend follow-up appointments to monitor their progress and address any concerns. Recovery times may vary, but most individuals can expect to see gradual improvements in the appearance of their nasal tip over several weeks or months.
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Is It Safe To Have Tip Rhinoplasty In Turkey?
Having a tip rhinoplasty in Turkey is generally considered safe due to the country’s well-established medical infrastructure and reputable healthcare providers. Turkey is renowned for its experienced and skilled surgeons who undergo rigorous training and adhere to high standards of patient care. The medical facilities in Turkey are equipped with state-of-the-art technology, ensuring safe and successful surgical procedures.
Additionally, many clinics and hospitals in Turkey maintain international accreditation and follow strict protocols for hygiene and sterilization. Before undergoing tip rhinoplasty, it is crucial to research and choose a reputable surgeon and facility, ensuring they are board-certified and have a proven track record of delivering excellent results. As with any surgical procedure, thorough preoperative assessments, clear communication with the surgeon, and adherence to postoperative care instructions are essential for a safe and successful outcome.
Why Is Tip Rhinoplasty Cheap In Turkey?
The affordability of tip rhinoplasty in Turkey can be attributed to several factors. Firstly, Turkey has a lower cost of living compared to many Western countries, resulting in lower overhead expenses for medical facilities and professionals. Additionally, the competition within the Turkish healthcare sector contributes to competitive pricing for cosmetic procedures, including tip rhinoplasty. Turkey is renowned for its highly skilled and experienced surgeons who offer quality healthcare services at more affordable prices.
The availability of state-of-the-art medical facilities and advanced surgical techniques further enhances the cost-effectiveness of tip rhinoplasty in Turkey. Moreover, the country’s robust medical tourism industry attracts international patients, leading to economies of scale and reduced costs. Overall, these factors combine to make tip rhinoplasty a more cost-effective option in Turkey.


Microsoft has apparently asked Yahoo! to re-enter negotiations for a Microsoft takeover rumoured to be worth around $50 billion (the price has been estimated by Wall Street analysts). It seems that Google’s recent acquisition of Doubleclick (an Internet advertising business) has placed a considerable amount of pressure on Microsoft to come up with the goods to compete. Microsoft was in talks with Yahoo! a while ago and clearly not much came of those talks. Google has changed the dynamic in the industry with its $3.1 billion purchase and that may have been enough to force Microsoft’s hand (Microsoft was an unsuccessful bidder for Doubleclick). According to Mashable, this deal would make sense:
Where’s the synergy? Yahoo has had much more success on the web than Microsoft, and Google increasingly looks to challenge Microsoft with online office apps. There’s search, too: the two companies combined would command 27% of the search market against Google’s 65%. And of course there’s advertising, where Google is also dominant and Yahoo is building out Panama.
Looking at those numbers you still have to wonder if the combined Microsoft-Yahoo! business would really have a chance of beating Google back. Google has a phenomenal advantage over a possible merged business in the search industry and that search industry is driving Google’s advertising business, now enhanced by the Doubleclick deal. Or perhaps not. According to the New York Post, this deal would create a dominant player as far as eyeballs are concerned. Microsoft-Yahoo! may still benefit from Yahoo!’s new advertising platform called Panama and given that the overall gap in online ads would be reduced to around 13%, Google may find itself on the back foot.
As TechCrunch points out, if this deal happens, it will be the biggest ever in the tech sector and one of the biggest in US corporate history. Just think about the price for a moment … $50 billion … R346 billion … that is about a quarter of South Africa’s estimated GDP for 2006.


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Due to the coronavirus outbreak, reports of hoarding and stockpiling have appeared across the world. Since this has apparently led to some tensions among shoppers at stores, one mom from Australia wanted to make sure everybody knew she wasn't hoarding.
She just has 16 kids that she has to feed.
Jeni Bonell, from Queensland, Australia, shared a photo of a sign she placed on her shopping carts during a recent trip to the grocery store. It read, “Not hoarding, just feeding 16 kids. Be kind or go away please.” She also shared a video of her trip to the store on YouTube, although it did not include the sign.
On a normal weekly trip to the store, Bonell will reportedly buy 24 rolls of toilet paper and more than 9 gallons of milk, The Sun reports.
“This pandemic has brought out the best and worst of people,” she told The Sun. “And unfortunately because we have to always buy large amounts of food due to our family size, people can still be rude in the grocery store.”
According to her, “Mainly we just get the judgy looks and the mumbling under their breath as they walk past. I put the sign on as a bit of a joke, in the hopes that people might just leave me in peace to do my regular shop. After all, we need to keep a sense of humor during these times. There's enough stress as it is.”
While the sign apparently didn’t stop some people from giving her dirty looks, Bonell told The Sun that it was effective and that it also “made a few people laugh.”


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New Delhi [India], Nov 15 (ANI): A meeting of Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs was held on Friday which discussed the current situation in the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.
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New Delhi [India], Oct 10 (ANI): The government on Thursday set up a high-level committee of officers to look into Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue shortfall being faced by states and suggest measures for increasing collections.
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New Delhi [India], Oct 9 (ANI): The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet on Wednesday approved the empanelment of 41 IAS officers, most of them from the 1987 batch, for holding secretary-level and secretary equivalent-level posts at Centre.
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Governor awash in controversy over 25-cent cups of milk
ALBANY, N.Y. | The governor is finding out that, in politics, something as simple as a 25-cent cup of milk can turn sour fast.
Just last summer, Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo was hailed as a hero for stepping in with a state subsidy to prevent a price hike to 50 cents for the popular cups of white and chocolate milk at the New York State Fair’s beloved Milk Bar, which for generations has been a shrine to the state’s dairy industry complete with life-size people sculpted in butter.
But only half of the expected subsidy came through, and the nonprofit that’s been operating the Milk Bar on the Syracuse fairgrounds for 64 years announced it’s pulling out and putting the blame squarely on Cuomo, saying it will only consider returning “if Cuomo is no longer governor.”
“Our group will lie dormant for the next 24 months to see if there is a change of administration in 2019,” Gary Raiti, president of New York State Dairy Exhibits Inc., told the group’s members in a recent letter.
Dairy Exhibits, which has kept the 7-ounce cups of milk at 25 cents since 1983, has long said it can’t pay its bills at that price.
Before the fair kicked off its 13-day end-of-summer run last year, state agriculture officials briefly approved the price hike to 50 cents. But when public objections were raised, Cuomo nixed it and promised $90,000 to help with expenses. A fair spokesman confirmed the state provided only about half that amount by putting the dairy building’s employees on the state payroll.
With the state refusing a milk price hike or larger subsidy, Raiti said his organization is severing ties with the state and selling off the dairy building’s equipment.
Cuomo spokesman Richard Azzopardi didn’t respond to repeated requests for comment. For Cuomo, who’s considered a possible presidential candidate in 2020, the milk bar brouhaha is a controversy he didn’t need in the week the Legislature was late on hammering out a proposed $153 billion budget deal.
News of a possible shutdown of the Milk Bar prompted hundreds of comments on the website of the fairgrounds’ hometown newspaper, the Syracuse Post-Standard. Some bemoaned the loss of a beloved tradition. Some said even at 50 cents the milk was a bargain. Some were mystified anyone would stand in line for milk.
And some questioned why the state couldn’t come up with the $90,000 subsidy at a time when the governor has been touting a $70 million vision for an aerial gondola and other big projects to upgrade the New York State Fairgrounds.
In the end, fair officials say there’s no need to worry: The Milk Bar, the cheese-carving booth and the rest of the dairy building’s delights will go on as always.
“We’ll hire a superintendent and operate this building just like we do dozens of others at the fair,” fair spokesman Dave Bullard said. “Our goal is to make sure when someone comes into the dairy building this year, it looks no different than last year.”
Troy Waffner, acting fair director, said the change will allow the state to modernize the building and possibly open the Milk Bar during events outside the fair’s end-of-summer run.
“We’d even like to get it back to being a Rainbow Milk Bar, like it was years ago,” Waffner said. “We’d like to serve not only chocolate and white milk, but strawberry, mint, bacon and whatever else we can come up with.”
Sam Sampere, a 52-year-old physics professor at Syracuse University, who has been going to the fair since he was a kid, said he’d rather pay 50 cents for milk than have state taxpayers subsidize the cost. But he’s glad the Milk Bar will still be there.
“It’s just one of those goofy traditions you have to do at the fair,” Sampere said. “You have to get a baked potato. You have to get fried dough. And you have to get a cup of milk.”


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Super Motherload supports up to four-player couch co-op. All players share the same fuel supply, but collect ore, money, and drill upgrades separately. Although I was unable to test the co-op play, I remain unconvinced that shared boredom is preferable to solo boredom, especially since players have to wait for everyone to return to the surface after the fuel supply is burned up.
I can't fault the game's retro science-fiction style and story, though the voice actors sometimes fail to put the emphasis on the correct syllable, and more interesting graphics for the ores, minerals, and bombs might have been nice. While those parts of the game felt workable, and I did find myself intrigued by the story tidbits that were doled out--hinting at scientists driven homicidally insane by some kind of creeping doom that lurked below--it simply wasn't intriguing enough for me to contemplate actually digging to the very bottom.
Perhaps I expected too much from Super Motherload, but the game, as it stands, simply put me to sleep. Perhaps I would have been happier with more depth, more strategic interest, and a bit of danger beyond smashing into things and running out of fuel. Anything to break up the endless digging and returning, especially early on when it feels like the boring stretches of red rock will never end, locking what puzzle mechanics are to be had well out of reach. The thought of replaying the game and enduring that early portion again kills any repeated play value for me.
Fun games can be simple, and simple games are often fun, but there's a tedium at the heart of Super Motherload that it just can't shake. With a number of tweaks that added more interesting puzzles, made the game less grindy, and reduced the amount of up and down necessary, it could’ve been a lot better. As it is, I think I'd really rather go back to playing Diamond Mine in Bejeweled 3.
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Luton Hoo wedding photography
Luton Hoo was to be Donna's dream wedding venue last Saturday. There was excitement from the back of the Bentley, as the car wound it's way up the avenue of trees to the main house, as we headed towards the wedding reception. The weather was playing ball, as had the traffic from North London - everything was going to plan. Some regular readers of this blog (I know there are at least three of you!!) may recognize Donna from Rhian and James's wedding last year. She was a bridesmaid at Rhian's wedding, at St Paul's Cathedral - on a rather chillier day. This time, Rhian was a bridesmaid for Donna, while James was on Maddie duty (she was at last year's wedding too - sort of 😉 ).
So coverage kicks off at the York and Albany - Gordon Ramsey's gastropub/chic hotel opposite London's Regents Park. I have to say, I wish all bride's got ready in such a big room. So many boutique hotel rooms are dark and tiny. It was then a short taxi ride up the hill to Hampstead, where Donna and Max live. The timing was excellent - I got to witness the final Aussie wicket fall at Trent Bridge and the Ashes reclaimed before we got to the church. When I say 'witness', I mean watching the ECB app update on my iPhone... Hampstead parish church (St John-at-Hampstead) sits at the end of Church Row, one of the most scenic streets in the area. The locals had moved away from the benches by the time Donna arrived, a bit late. Donna took a deep breath before being led up the aisle by her grandfather.
The ceremony complete, it was then time for drinks at the front of the church. Guests then boarded the coach to take them to Luton Hoo Hotel, a short trip up the M1 motorway. I hitched a lift in the Bentley. Now a luxury hotel, Luton Hoo was a private stately home when I lived nearby (in St Albans) as a teenager. (Hoo means the spur of a hill to the Saxons). The large art collection is no longer there, some of it was stolen. But fittingly, given that Max is Russian, the house has a Russian link. The wife of a previous owner being a member of the former Russian Imperial family. Indeed, the deconsecrated Russian Orthodox chapel is where the wedding breakfast was held, the dancing in the Faberge Suite downstairs. Fittingly for Donna, Luton Hoo is also a film and TV location, including Four Weddings and a Funeral, and more recently, WarHorse.
Drinks then on the sunny terrace, some persistent wasps ( they got Donna's grandfather). The meal, speeches and then the briefest of moments to grab the last of the dying sunlight. Donna braved the long grass and myriad bugs that invaded her dress in the process. Then onto the dancing...
An elegant London wedding that was topped off with a warm wedding reception at Luton Hoo - here are just a few images from the day...
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