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"Beads of Courage"
This weeks challenge brings awareness and is a tribute to Beads of Courage, an Arts in Medicine that supports kids with chronic or life threatening illnesses and their families. Instead of rewarding children with stickers or lollipops when they face a medical hurdle or procedure, they receive a glass bead that represents that part of their medical journey.
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Booster dose of Corona Vaccine is now available in Saudi Arabia for over 18 year old
The Ministry of Health in Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia announced the possibility of reserving a booster dose of the Corona vaccine for the age group of 18 years and above.
The Ministry of Health in a statement issued said that taking the booster dose will take place 6 months after taking the second dose, and booking the appointment through the Sehhaty application and the Tawakkalna application.
The Ministry advised those at risk to hurry up to take the booster dose to boost immunity and prevent the spread of emerging corona virus (Covid-19).
The KSA government has so far administered more than 44.93 million (44,930,850) doses of corona vaccine all over the Kingdom through its 587 vaccination centers, of which over 20.94 million people received two doses and 23.98 million people received their first dose, while 1,689,661 doses were received by the elderly people.
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Will the school be automatically affiliated to CBSE or any national board by becoming a franchise of Brighton International School?
No the school will have to proceed with its own application and subsequent affiliation procedure. Tough the Brighton Corporate Team will help you with the entire process.
Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.
Who owns the trademark of Brighton International School?
The Brighton Trademark is owned by Pratistha Educational Society. The Society has given the mandate for spreading the awareness about the brand to ‘Option Partners LLP’ to help partner school with their set-up.
When is the license fee payable to Brighton?
The license fee is to be paid at the time of signing of agreement.
Is the royalty payable on revenues or on net income? What is the frequency of payments?
Royalty is to be paid as per the agreement and is to be paid and’ settled every three months or as per the final agreement.
What all help will I get from the Brighton Corporate Team?
The new upcoming school will be ably supported by the corporate team and right from the Feasibility study, Formation of ‘Not for Profit’ entity, Project Management, Curriculum, Vendor Management, Recruitment, Teachers Training, School Management Software (ERP), Learning Management System (LMS), Affiliation consulting will be provided.
What about the Land? What is the minimum requirement for Brighton and for National boards like CBSE, ICSE, IB?
The minimum required land for CBSE is 1.5 acres and for other boards lesser than that, but for Brighton the land requirement is minimum 4 Acres for Non Metros and 1.5 Acres for Metros.
How long does it take to open/start a school right from scratch?
To start a school it takes a minimum of 10 month to 18 months time, but that shall also depends upon the other factors like weather condition, quality of construction, requisite government/local body permissions etc.
What are the kind of returns one could expect?
The returns would all vary from place to place and from infrastructure to infrastructure. Normally, it takes around 7-8 yarn for schools to recoup their investments as for the first 7-8 years, the schools keep on expanding. Post the first decade, one could safely assume a return of 15 – 20% year on year.
Does Brighton provide funding facility, start-up loan for building schools?
We regret to inform you that Brighton doesn’t provide partner schools with any direct funding or loan facility. Tough, we can help you with consultation, model detailed project reports which in turn can help you secure funding from Banks or any such financial institutions.
How long will be the Franchise Agreement?
The franchise agreement will be for as long as school wishes to use the Brighton Brand. In case the partner school does not wish to continue the school will not be allowed to use Brighton’s curriculum, software & support and other proprietary material related to Brighton.
Can same city have two schools of Brighton International School?
The first school shall have the first right of refusal and will be duly consented before opening of another branch in the same city. The team will surely consider the impact of one school over the other before allowing the other school to open.

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The cast of “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 2” took a trip down memory lane Thursday (Nov. 1) as they kicked off the first day of the movie’s Los Angeles press junket.
Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner all took part in a lengthy interview with MTV News where they talked about everything from their first interviews at the MTV Movie Awards in 2008 to Stewart and Pattinson’s slightly creepy Halloween costumes this year. They also, of course, talked about the final “Twilight Saga” film — or, namely, the sex scenes in it.
“I haven’t seen it yet, so I don’t know, but I imagine it’s quite like the scene where they’re doing pottery in ‘Ghost,'” Pattinson teases.
Meanwhile, Pattinson tells ET that he felt a “lot more free” when he made the first “Twilight” film, while now he feels like he’s “part of a machine.”
The on-again Stewart and Pattinson discussed becoming parents in the movie during the “Breaking Dawn — Part 2” press conferences that were held yesterday. Apparently playing a mother onscreen kicked up Stewart’s maternal instincts offscreen.
“I have a great relationship with my mom, and she can be a bit feral when it comes to being a mom,” Stewart said. “I can’t wait to be a mom. But I can wait.”
“Breaking Dawn — Part 2” hits theaters on Nov. 16.

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Love it - Zombies for dinner :) Looking for a Halloween Dinner Idea? Scare your family something silly with this delicious spin on meatloaf recipe! Make a Zombie face from meatloaf! Easy instructions to tell you how to do it step by step!
Looking for a great snack for your Halloween party? Then grab a brain mold and try your hand at making some tasty cream cheese brain dip, or a black bean graveyard dip. Totally Found a brain mold today
"Zombie Boogers" Green Candy Coated Popcorn Recipe Difficulty: Easy Serves: Time: 1 hours cups of popped popcorn cup butter 1 cup granulated sugar cup corn syrup teaspoon salt teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon green food coloring 1 teaspoon baking soda

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Investigators in St. Paul continue to look for a driver who struck a pedestrian Tuesday night in the city's North End neighborhood and left the scene.
The victim, a 57-year-old woman, was struck about 8:30 p.m. at the intersection of Rice and Milford streets. She was taken to Regions Hospital and was in critical condition late Tuesday, police said.
Witnesses told police that the driver of a silver minivan who hit her originally stopped on Milford Street. He got out of his vehicle, asked the victim if she was OK and then got back in his vehicle and drove away.
Police said they planned to release more information on Wednesday after investigators had time to review evidence.

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Manganese(V) Porphycene Complex Responsible for Inert C-H Bond Hydroxylation in a Myoglobin Matrix.Oohora, K., Meichin, H., Kihira, Y., Sugimoto, H., Shiro, Y., Hayashi, T.
(2017) J. Am. Chem. Soc. 139: 18460-18463
- PubMed: 29237270
- DOI: 10.1021/jacs.7b11288
- PubMed Abstract:
- C(sp3)-H bond hydroxylation catalyzed by myoglobin reconstituted with manganese porphycene.
Oohora, K.,Kihira, Y.,Mizohata, E.,Inoue, T.,Hayashi, T.
(2013) J. Am. Chem. Soc. 135: 17282
A mechanistic study of H2O2-dependent C-H bond hydroxylation by myoglobin reconstituted with a manganese porphycene was carried out. The X-ray crystal structure of the reconstituted protein obtained at 1.5 Å resolution reveals tight incorporation of ...
A mechanistic study of H2O2-dependent C-H bond hydroxylation by myoglobin reconstituted with a manganese porphycene was carried out. The X-ray crystal structure of the reconstituted protein obtained at 1.5 Å resolution reveals tight incorporation of the complex into the myoglobin matrix at pH 8.5, the optimized pH value for the highest turnover number of hydroxylation of ethylbenzene. The protein generates a spectroscopically detectable two-electron oxidative intermediate in a reaction with peracid, which has a half-life up to 38 s at 10 °C. Electron paramagnetic resonance spectra of the intermediate with perpendicular and parallel modes are silent, indicating formation of a low-spin MnV-oxo species. In addition, the MnV-oxo species is capable of promoting the hydroxylation of sodium 4-ethylbenzenesulfonate under single turnover conditions with an apparent second-order rate constant of 2.0 M-1 s-1 at 25 °C. Furthermore, the higher bond dissociation enthalpy of the substrate decreases the rate constant, in support of the proposal that the H-abstraction is one of the rate-limiting steps. The present engineered myoglobin serves as an artificial metalloenzyme for inert C-H bond activation via a high-valent metal species similar to the species employed by native monooxygenases such as cytochrome P450.
Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University , Suita 565-0871, Japan.

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See the Hermès Arceau Ecuyère watch up close at SalonQP
Everything that Hermès makes is stamped with the distinctive house style that more often than not takes us back to the stable with horse-inspired motifs. In the case of the Arceau Ecuyère watch, the equestrian link is to be found in the detail of the leather strap neatly wrapping around the stirrup-shaped loop on the top of the watch.
Like everything signed by Hermès, the quality is absolutely tip-top, from the hand-stitched strap to the intricate pattern on the dial. I can also vouch for the quality of the mechanical movement as I have seen where and how they are painstakingly made at the prestigious Vaucher Manufacture in Switzerland. The automatic mechanical movement inside this watch has a 50-hour power reserve, meaning that if worn regularly, it will rarely need winding up.
Even the inside of the watch is decorated, and you can admire the movement whirring away through the glass back of the case. Had I the cash to hand, mine would be the Arceau over any Hermès handbag, though ideally, one would have both, in several colours.
Starting price is £10,700 in stainless steel with a diamond-set bezel.


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MG Gundam Dynames
Earn 56 Reward Points
Attacking from way outside the enemy’s range is the Gundam Dynames, a Sniper Type Mobile Suit piloted by a Celestial Being Gundam Meister dubbed Lockon Stratos. The Gundam Dynames relies on a bespoke GN Sniper Rifle and the Mobile Suits onboard sensors to assault targets at extreme distances. This weapon can destroy an enemy Mobile Suit in a single blast but requires an incredibly skilled pilot at the controls. One of the Gundam Dynames’ most unique aspects is its ability to equip two gigantic GN Shields to its shoulder armor for added protection. These GN Shields feature individually articulated panels controlled by an onboard AI Haro. Through this combination of pilot skill and AI support, the Gundam Dynames was almost unstoppable. The Gundam Dynames appeared during the first season of Mobile Suit Gundam 00 and reappeared during Mobile Suit Gundam 00 The Movie -A Wakening of the Trailblazer- in a repaired state.
Included alongside the MG Gundam Dynames for accessories:
- GN Sniper Rifle
- GN Beam Pistol x2
- GN Beam Saber x2
- GN Shield x2
- GN Full Shield x2
- Holster for GN Pistol x2
Gundam Dynames was the first of Bandai’s latest MG 00 model kits to utilize all new molds. This updated tooling provides the model with excellent proportions and detailing that later appeared in the MG Gundam Kyrios and the new MG GN-005 Gundam Virtue. The polycap free inner frame provides Gundam Dynames with a wide range of motion to pull off unorthodox poses without collapsing over time. Like its predecessors, the MG Gundam Dynames supports the Gunpla LED Unit Green 2 pack within its removable GN Drive for a dazzling display!
Weapons and Other Notable Attributes –
The GN Sniper Rifle comes in multiple colors and features a folding bipod for steady shooting. This weapon also features a deployable handle for Gundam Dynames’ offhand and a ball-jointed stock that’ll clip into the forearm for a secure and dynamic look. The Gundam Dynames also sorties with a pair of holstered GN Beam Pistols attached to its legs. The top hatch of this holster folds right open to reveal the pair of identical pistols for handheld use. Attached to Gundam Dynames’ rear skirt verniers is a set of GN Beam Sabers for last-minute close-quarters engagements.
This kit includes:
17 Runners total (A, B, C[x2], D[x2], E1, E2, F1, F2, G1, G2, H1, H2, I, J, SB8)
Total Piece Count – 386 with 3 Unused Parts
Foil + Marking Stickers
Materials – PS, EVAC
Additional Fun information
Pilot(s): Lockon Stratos, Hiling Care
Unit Type: Sniper Use Mobile Suit
Model number: GN-002
Code name: Gundam Dynames
Overall Height: 18.2m(59.7ft)
Manufacturer: Krung Thep
Grade: Master Grade
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Original Release Date: Mar 2019
Gundam Series: Mobile Suit Gundam 00
Mechanical Designer: Takayuki Yanase
By implementing the technique of Top Coating, you can do a great deal to help preserve the longevity of your models. This process will protect the original plastic of your model kit and prepare it for any additional modeling techniques to follow.
You can drastically improve your results by making the details pop on the MG Gundam Dynames with Panel Lining. The simplest solution for this is Gundam Markers or Tamiya Panel Line Fluid. Making your own panel wash is always a great option too! It is always recommended to Topcoat with clear gloss beforehand, as some of the products commonly used for Panel Lining will degrade the untreated plastics over time.
Another way to keep adding detail is by applying Stickers/Marking Decals. Top Coating before application will help decals stick to the surface much better. Using Top Coat after application will help hide the seams on traditional sticker decals as well as waterslides. This additional step will also keep them from peeling over time. Using Decals is a great way to add an even greater level of detail to your scale models.
General Safety Warning:
Suitable Age: 8+
Assembly required. Snap together, no glue needed.
Products shown in photos may have been professionally painted or computer rendered images. They may differ from the actual product.
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD, Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.
Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.
Christopher Staples (verified owner) –
An outstanding kit. First mg kit I ever built and was easier to put together than some of my rg kits. Cant wait to get an led unit for it. Got a tip for new builders, be careful building the pistols for him, the small clear plastic piece used in them are very easy to lose if dropped.

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If I had to take a guess of who would be the first to create the magical elixir of life, my bets would not be on some bizarre creature with a watermelon for a head. Alas, it appears I may be wrong; as evidenced in the OK Interactive point-and-click adventure game Watermelon's Adventure. Unfortunately for the melon headed hero, an evil witch has stolen his elixir for her own gain and must be tracked down to regain it or else be the unwilling victim of not making a patent.
Clicking around is the name of the game and you'll be aided by a changing cursor when hovering over items that can be picked up. You'll use the taxi to go from one area to another, and as you find new items different locations will become available. Talking with people is a necessity and will provide items that will help further your adventure. Much like Where's My Cat, Watermelon's Adventure has a pretty comical plot with some even more humorous dialogue. Sometimes you'll find you need to double click on an item instead of clicking once, and some of the scenes seem a bit grainy but these are minor things that don't detract from the overall gameplay. This is the perfect game for winding down no matter what situation.

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Good news on livestock feed prices
By Jonathan Knutson
Mike Landuyt’s cattle feedlot in Walnut Grove, Minn., sat empty for a month and a half this summer. “Corn was so high and feeder cattle were so tight,” he says. But corn prices have tumbled, and Landuyt is feeding cattle again. “There’s just a lot more optimism now,” he says.
Lower corn prices have made area livestock producers, especially ones with feeder animals, more optimistic this fall. New-crop corn prices soared to more than $8 per bushel a year ago because of devastating drought in the Corn Belt. This year, in contrast, U.S. corn production is estimated at a record 13.8 billion bushels. New-crop corn prices at area grain elevators surveyed weekly by Agweek have dropped to $4 to $4.50 per bushel. Many livestock producers who feed corn say it’s premature to get too excited. Most of the U.S. corn crop isn’t harvested yet, and there’s concern that widespread dry conditions in the Corn Belt could cause the harvest to be smaller than expected.
“Yes, corn prices have dropped significantly. It’s been somewhat beneficial,” says Linda Hanson, who milks about 50 dairy cows with her family near Goodrich, Minn. “But we have to get through the whole year to see where things go,” she says. She notes that milk prices have dropped recently, as well. Kevin Tyndall, a Cando, N.D., pork producer, says that while he naturally welcomes lower corn prices, he’s waiting to see if they last.
Helps feeder livestock
Nonetheless, the promising outlook for the corn crop has pushed up feeder livestock prices, says Tim Petry, North Dakota State University Extension Service livestock marketing economist.
“We’ve seen a very positive influence from lower corn prices, especially on feeder cattle prices,” he says. “It’s all come from lower corn prices, and the expectation of a record corn crop this fall.”
Todd Wilkinson, who operates a cattle feedlot near De Smet, says “it looks a lot rosier out there” now that corn prices have fallen.
While no one knows what the future holds, “The way it looks now, from the cow-calf sector on up through the feeding sector, there are going to be some opportunities to enjoy some profitability for the next couple of years,” he says.
Montana doesn’t grow much corn and the state’s feeder livestock industry isn’t particularly prominent, notes Mark Boone, an Ingomar, Mont., cow-calf operator and president of the Montana Cattlemen’s Association. Still, lower corn prices have strengthened the financial outlook for cattle in general, he says. Feeder pig prices also have improved from “very depressed” levels a year ago, Petry says. Feeder lamb prices, which traditionally have a weaker connection to corn prices, have improved, as well, although not as much as the price of feeder cattle and pigs, he says. Some in the cattle industry have worried that high retail beef prices could cause some consumers to cut back on beef purchases.
Lower corn prices, however, won’t cause retail beef prices to tumble, Petry says. Beef supplies remain tight, so the market is rationing those supplies through high prices, he says.
“I just had a conversation with strictly a crop farmer. He was saying that crop prices have come down so far. I reminded him that there’s another side,” Landuyt says.
Wilkinson says, “I don’t wish $3 corn on anybody. I just would like stability so the farmer can make a profit on his operation and the livestock sector could enjoy some profitability for a while.”

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Newest Review: ... linking the murders is the presence of a word representing one of the seven deadly sins. The killer is clever in keeping his identit... more
The seven deadly sins
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Advantages: Fabulous ending
Disadvantages: Some of it is quite dull
Detective Lieutenant William Somerset is just six days off retiring when he becomes involved in the hunt for a serial killer. Aided by Detective David Mills, it soon becomes clear that the murders, although initially random, do have something in common - each of them is the representation of one of the seven deadly sins. Gluttony, for example, is represented by a man so overweight that he was unable to escape from his tormentor. Slowly, the two detectives begin to piece the evidence together, and Mills almost catches the serial killer, nick-named John Doe, at one point, only to narrowly escape with his life. Will they finally catch up with John Doe? Or is he destined to always be one step ahead?
Made in 1995 and directed by David Fincher, this film was much praised on release for being excellent in just about every way possible. And with a rating of 8.6 on imdb.com (out of a quarter of a million votes), it is clear that most people still consider it to be a classic. I remember being deeply impressed myself when I first saw it. Watching it again after fourteen years, however, it isn't quite the amazing piece of cinema that I once thought it was - certainly it is not without its flaws.
Morgan Freeman and Brad Pitt are at the top of the billing and really do carry the film between them. Neither are what I would call knock-out performances though. Freeman is great, as usual, but I've seen him in similar roles loads of times and I really don't think he brought anything new to the table here. Perhaps it was more impressive at the time, I don't know. Somerset is a rather typical jaded cop, looking forward to retirement, yet not knowing what he is going to do with the rest of his life. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the performance; in fact, Freeman is incredibly convincing - it's just that I've seen it before in other films and with other actors. His best scenes are most definitely with co-star Brad Pitt - the two of them clash and this adds a bit of colour to both of their characters.
Brad Pitt is marginally better as David Mills, mainly because he has a private life - he is happily married to his childhood sweetheart, Tracy, and this adds a bit more depth to the role. And perhaps because Mills is fairly new to the job, he is less jaded, so Pitt is able to express emotions much more readily. This he does really well, although he isn't always a particularly likeable character - he comes across as being a bit too hot-headed for that. He particularly comes into his own towards the end of the film - I can't really say why without giving away the story, but he gives a really moving performance. He also works well with his screen wife, played by Gwyneth Paltrow - there is a great chemistry between the two of them. Paltrow annoys me on occasion - she has a whiny accent - but here she keeps it to a minimum and slips nicely into the secondary role that she has been given.
Kevin Spacey deserves a mention as John Doe. He doesn't appear in the film until right towards the end, but it is so different from his usual 'everyman' roles that it really made an impression on me. He looks completely different and he gives a wonderfully creepy performance of a psychopath. Brilliant.
This is a film about a serial killer, so obviously there are some deeply unpleasant scenes. We see a couple of up close shots of the dead bodies, which most certainly aren't appropriate for children, hence the rating of 18. There isn't all that much violence though - most of the gory scenes are filmed after the event. It is more the all pervading feeling of evil that creates the uncomfortable and disturbing atmosphere - this is exacerbated by the doom-ridden music that is constantly in the background. All this makes the film full of menace and, ultimately, is what keeps the viewer watching, because there is the constant knowledge that something is going to happen. Unfortunately, that 'something' takes its time in coming - I certainly think pacing is an issue with this film.
I was quite surprised to find that a good part of the film was actually quite hard to follow. The murders, although horrifying, aren't all that interesting - we don't know anything about the dead people or why they were killed - they are just dead people about whom we find out very little. Perhaps I have just read and watched too much of this genre, but even with the deadly sins element, I wasn't all that impressed. What makes the film so good is the ending - the last half an hour, which involves a chase and then a very nasty twist really does keep you on the edge of your seat. I just would have preferred not to wait until the last quarter of the film before I really felt entertained. I then went back and re-watched the first three quarters of the film, which all made a lot more sense the second time around; however, I really would prefer that the film had just grabbed me the first time.
Based in an un-named city, there is very much a feeling that it could be absolutely any city - there is no attempt to place it whatsoever. Everything is very dark - some of it takes place at night, and others are in dim and dingy rooms, so it is naturally dark, but even when there are scenes outside in the daylight, it is raining, so the colours look very washed out. I was left with an impression of shades of green and brown, with the odd splodge of red, usually blood, to 'brighten' things up. Again, this all adds to the atmosphere - it could be any city, any time - all we know is that something really dreadful is going to happen. The final scenes, shot somewhere in the desert with electricity pylons all around, is the most attractive that the film gets, especially with the wide blue sky and fluffy clouds - however the events that take place detract from the attractiveness of the setting.
For such a classic film, I was rather disappointed with the extras. There are four audio commentaries, my least favourite type of extra. They undoubtedly give out an awful lot of information, but because each commentary is the same length as the film and involves watching the whole film again, I can't imagine that anyone but a film student is going to want to sit through it all. I would much rather have had a short behind the scenes documentary or a few interviews with the main actors. In case you are interested, however, the commentaries cover the screenplay, the acting, the cinematography and the sound/music.
I must admit I wasn't as thrilled with this film as I had thought I would be. Don't get me wrong, I still think it is worth watching, I just don't think it is the piece of perfection that many others seem to think it is. Sometimes hype is a very bad thing. However, there is no doubt that the ending makes up for an awful lot of flaws, so it is most certainly worth sitting through the duller parts in the knowledge that the best is yet to come. Just about four stars out of five.
The DVD is available from play.com for £5.99 (I bought mine from Sainsburys for £2.99, so worth looking there). There is also a two disc version available from play.com for just £3.94 - this has a lot more extras, so is probably worth buying if extras are your thing.
Running time: 127 minutes
Summary: Not as good as I remembered it


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Get your smile back in 48 hours…says Dr Aroon
Surat (Gujarat) [India], February 5: In a groundbreaking move towards revolutionizing dental care, Dr. Aroon K. Bengani, Head of Dental Implant Surgery at Simpladent Surat, is extending a warm invitation to patients in Gujarat and around the globe. Boasting state-of-the-art facilities and a comprehensive range of dental services, Simpladent Surat is committed to providing immediate loading implants that can be completed in just 48 hours.
Dr. Bengani, a distinguished figure in the field of dental implantology, emphasizes the clinic’s unique expertise in addressing challenging cases such as no bone situations, atrophy cases, controlled diabetes, pyorrhea cases, and even catering to the dental needs of cancer patients. The clinic takes pride in offering effective solutions for patients of all age groups, ensuring a personalized approach to each individual’s dental concerns.
One of the key features that sets Simpladent Surat apart is the ability to provide immediate loading implants. This innovative technique allows patients to walk out with a new set of teeth in just two days, significantly reducing the waiting time associated with traditional implant procedures. The clinic’s commitment to delivering swift and effective solutions has garnered acclaim not only in Surat but also on an international scale.
Simpladent Surat is not just a dental clinic; it is a comprehensive dental solution under one roof. Dr. Bengani and his highly skilled team offer a range of services, including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and specialized treatments such as implant-supported dentures. The clinic’s dedication to excellence is evident in its use of cutting-edge technology and the continuous pursuit of advanced dental techniques.
Dr. Bengani, with his extensive experience and expertise, expressed his enthusiasm about welcoming patients to Simpladent Surat. “Our mission is to provide world-class dental care that is accessible to everyone. We understand the impact of dental health on overall well-being, and our goal is to make quality dental treatments available to a broader audience,” he stated.
The clinic’s commitment to inclusivity extends beyond traditional dental scenarios. By successfully treating patients with controlled diabetes and those undergoing cancer treatment, Simpladent Surat showcases its dedication to improving the quality of life for individuals facing unique health challenges. Simpladent Clinics is also offering immediate loading dental implant services in Delhi NCR, Visakhapatnam and Delhi NCR.
To further promote dental health awareness, Simpladent Surat encourages individuals in Gujarat and beyond to take advantage of complimentary dental consultations at the clinic. Dr. Bengani and his team are eager to educate the community about the importance of oral health and the transformative possibilities that modern dentistry offers.
As Simpladent Surat opens its doors to a global audience, the clinic envisions becoming a destination for individuals seeking cutting-edge dental care in a compassionate and patient-centric environment. Dr. Aroon K. Bengani invites everyone to experience the transformative journey towards a confident and healthy smile at Simpladent Surat. For more information please call +91-8448447763 or visit www.simpladentclinics.com.
About Simpladent Surat: Simpladent Surat is a leading dental clinic in Surat, India, specializing in immediate loading dental implants and providing comprehensive dental solutions under one roof. Led by Dr. Aroon K. Bengani, the clinic is committed to delivering world-class dental care with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and patient well-being.
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Moderately Hilly & Lightly WoodedCourse Landscape / Terrain:
18 ( x 5 ) / 18Holes / Baskets:
7295 ft. – 7639 ft.Course Length: Metric
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Description: Mixes long, open holes with deuce runs for a par 61 layout. Beware of the Little Lehigh Creek on several of the holes. Also beware of tall riparian grass areas on 1 and 6 as it is easy to lose a disc.

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The purpose of this study was to analyze the influence of the setting and the presence of solid lubricant on the abutment screw surface on the flexural strength of the joint implant/abutment/screw. Forty abutments were connected to external hex implants, divided into 4 groups (n = 10): FE (titanium alloy screw threaded in the extremity), LE (titanium alloy screw with solid lubricant and thread in the extremity), FT (titanium alloy screw with threaded in all its length), and LT (titanium alloy screw with solid lubricant and thread in all its length). Through the mechanical flexural test, the implant/abutment resistance was evaluated with load applied perpendicular to the long axis in a mechanical testing machine (EMIC) under a speed of 0.5 mm/min. Data were submitted to a statistics test, and results showed statistically significant differences between the FE group and the other groups, and the FE group showed the lowest values. The LE group showed greater values than the LT group, and the values were statistically significant. According to the methodology used, it can be concluded that within noncoated titanium screws, a screw threaded along its entire length provided greater rigidity to the implant set, while with the screw containing solid lubricant, the screw threaded in all its length provided less rigidity of the implant set than screws with the thread only on the end. Among screws with the same geometry, those with the solid lubricant are statistically higher than those which do not have threads just at the end, but those with threads along their entire length do not show statistically significant differences.
Since Branemark introduced the osseointegration concept, dental implants have been successfully used as a viable treatment option for edentulous patients. The predictability and success of implant treatment are strongly related to the several loads and conditions to which the implant is submitted during its functional life. Unfavorable biomechanical conditions can induce bone resorption and failures such as screw loosening, porcelain fracture, peri-implantitis, and patient dissatisfaction. Screw loosening is the second most common failure in unitary cases, surpassed only by loss of osseointegration.1,2
In this context, the stability of the connection between different implant parts is crucial for the overall success of the rehabilitation. As internal junctions, an external-hex butt joint, axial preload of the abutment screw stabilizes the connection between the abutment and the implant fixture.3 When the implant set is submitted to functional loads, occlusal forces to the connection are concentrated at the abutment screw.4 Consequently, the optimum preload is critical for joint stability and to avoid screw loosening. Higher preload of a screw provides a more stable joint, so less screw loosening is theoretically possible; however, actual preload is dependent on the finish of the interfaces, friction between the components, geometry, and material properties.5 Since only 10% of the initial rotational torque force is transferred to preload and 90% is used to overcome the friction of the mating surface of the components,6 some reports claim that higher preload is achieved with new screws coated with solid lubrication.7,8
Interposing a lubricating film between joint surfaces is an applied method with the aim of reducing friction.9 Lower coefficients of friction between metallic surfaces may increase the screw rotation and, consequently, could result in higher preload. A material with low shear strength, such as pure gold or synthetic diamond-like carbon (DLC), may act as a solid (or dry) lubricant. Studies about coated screws had shown higher preloads and higher initial removal forces.9 However, there are reports showing contrasting findings, linking lower frictional coefficients to the process of screw loosening,10 considering that the solid lubricant could ease counterclockwise removal.
Given the role of the abutment's screw features in the mechanical behavior of the implant/abutment joint, this study aims to evaluate the influence of the design of the abutment screw and the presence of solid lubricant on the bending flexural strength of the external-hex butt joint (implant/abutment/abutment screw interface). The hypothesis is that both the design of the abutment screw and the presence of solid lubricant have significant influence on the bending flexural strength.
Materials and Methods
Specimen confection procedures
Forty abutments (4.5 × 2 × 6 mm; Neodent, Curitiba, Brazil) were connected to 40 external hex implants (13 × 4 mm; Neodent) using 4 types of titanium screws and were divided into 4 groups (n = 10): FE (milled titanium screw threaded in the extremity), LE (titanium screw with solid lubricant and thread in the extremity), FT (milled titanium screw threaded in all its length), and LT (titanium screw with solid lubricant and thread in all its length). All of the screws were cylindrical and also provided by Neodent, with a standardized amount of DLC coating and in controlled industrial ambiance process of the screw's coating.
The implants were inserted in a custom device fixed to the mechanical testing machine (EMIC, DL 2000, São José dos Pinhais, Paraná, Brazil). The customized device comprises a steel cube (5 × 5 × 5 cm) and a base adapter that fits in a table clamp that was attached to the mechanical testing machine. The steel cube has holes with 6-mm diameters for implant placement. An Allen's screw lock avoided any implant dislodgment during the test (Figure 1). The remaining 4.0 mm (from the custom device surface to the implant base platform) were left, aiming to simulate a higher severity of bone resorption.
The abutment was attached to the implant with different screws according to the experimental group. All samples were tightened to 20 N.cm with corresponding abutments using a digital torque meter (Neodent).
Bending flexural strength test
A load application steel conical tip (1.0-mm diameter) was positioned on the abutment 4.0 mm away from the implant external interface. A static compression test was performed on each sample using a mechanical testing machine (EMIC, DL 2000). The loading angle was 90° to the implant main axis (Figure 2). All tests were performed at a cross-head speed of 0.5 mm/1 min. During the tests, the load was recorded until the specimen's screw fracture or, according to a preliminary pilot test, displacements were higher than 3.0 mm.
The mechanical test machine has digital interface software (EMIC, Tesc) that can generate a load versus lengthening graph for each tested specimen. From the load versus lengthening graphs, the mechanical property of load in the yield period or yield strength (YS) was obtained and analyzed.
Load in the yield period or YS is the maximal load value registered in the elastic phase (OC in Figure 1), represented in Newtons (N). To determine the YS, it was necessary to delimitate the limit of proportionality or elastic limit, which corresponds to the end of the phase in which the force (N) is proportional to the displacement (mm). In the load (N) vs displacement (mm) graphics generated, it was necessary to convert the displacement (mm) in permanent deformation (0.2%). For this, an analytical model was built to obtain the displacement (dy) related to deformation of 0.2% of titanium. To find the relative displacement (dy), the Pythagorean theorem was used, and after determining this point, it was possible to use data obtained during the mechanical test, obtaining the force corresponding to the YS for each sample (Figures 3 and 4).
A Kruskal-Wallis test and Mann-Whitney U test were used to assess the statistical significance of the difference in the measured loads among the 4 groups. All statistical analyses were performed using SPSS 12.0 (SPSS Inc, Chicago, Ill), and the significance level was set at α = .05.
The means (and standard deviation) of YS data are FE, 372 N (30.46); FT, 464 N (52.8); LE, 503.2 N (29.07); and LT, 468 N (36.61).
The FE group presented a significant difference from all others (P = .001). A significant difference was also found in the comparison between the LT and LE groups (P = .029). The means and standard deviations of YS of the 4 groups are presented in the Table.
The hypothesis was accepted. Both the evaluated variables, the design of the abutment screw, and the presence of solid lubricant had significant influence on the YS of the implant set.
Most mechanical failures are associated with the instability of the junction between the implant and prosthetic component.11,12 When tightening an abutment screw, preload is generated within the screw, consequently increasing the stability of the implant set. Preload works to resist external stress, and on this premise, it is desirable that the preload remains virtually unchanged for as long as possible.13,14 Both of the analyzed variables in the current study could be directly related to preload.
The DLC-covered screws (solid lubricant) showed higher YS values in the LE group. There are reports in the current literature showing that solid lubricants reduce friction and increase preload.9,12 Coated screws have a low coefficient of friction and high preload, probably related to the higher YS detected for the LE group.9,15 In the current study, the presence of solid lubricant on screws with the same design (LE and FE) increased the YS values. These finds suggest that the evaluated DLC covering was effective for this screw situation.
However, the solid lubricant did not show any statistically significant increase when used in a screw with threads in all its length. The DLC covering seems to be less effective when more threads are present with regard to the mechanical property evaluated. This result can be explained by the fact that the mechanical integrity of the abutment/implant system depends on 2 factors: the contact area between the components and the screw's effectiveness.16 When 2 metal surfaces are in contact, adhesion and friction forces do limit the movement between them. When there is full contact between the surfaces, elongation properties of the screw will increase loosening resistance due to higher contact forces over the screw,17 but they do not seem to interfere in the YS of the implant set evaluated.
When analyzed without the presence of solid lubricants, a screw with threads in all its body increases the resistance to lateral forces12 and could be responsible for the higher YS values of the FT and LT groups compared with the FE group. According to Barbosa et al18 and Binon,19 only the first 3 or 4 threads of the screw provide most of the load. In the current study, a screw with more threads had better results than the screw with threads just on the end on titanium implants without lubricants. The explanation may be that the completely threaded screw fills the implant and results in an almost solid block, increasing the contact area with less empty space between the screw and implant. Empty spaces could act as stress concentration sites, which could result in crack initiation and crack propagation, leading to catastrophic failure.10,11,20,21
There were statistically significant differences between the screws containing DLC. The Group LE exhibited superior results (LE > LT). One may suggest that the increase of the threads in the body of the DLC-coated screws increased the surface in contact with the solid lubricant, making the maintenance of preload difficult. That is, a smaller amount of frictional drag between the screw and the implant, which theoretically would increase the preload values, could complicate the maintenance and stability of preload by facilitating the process of loosening.10,21 In other words, the higher preload obtained with fewer threads and the presence of the solid lubricate could overcome the lower contact surface area problems, resulting in higher YS values.
The screw's fractured samples were observed in the FE and LE groups after exceeding its maximum yield point limit, but they were not detected in the FT and LT groups. This suggests a relationship with the increased number of threads. Balfuor and O'Brien22 observed catastrophic failures in the first internal thread in screws of internal hex and octagonal joints under compressive loading. The authors also reported implant damage after the screw fractured. In both geometries, the abutment screw could be removed and the implant restored. However, in samples of external hex joints, the abutment's screw failure was inside the implant chamber. Clinically, it is interesting to note that the more superficial the damage, the easier the repair; that is, screws threaded only in the extremity could result in irreversible situations.
With regard to the presence solid lubricant (DLC), a positive influence on the mechanical behavior of the system was verified. In contrast, the loosening and fracture of abutment screws can be severe complications because it is necessary to remove the overlying restoration to gain access to the screw.
Despite the significant evolution of a number of implant systems, some implants' screw features related to the mechanical behavior of implant-supported prostheses should be better investigated. Although the results of this study showed that surface-treated screws have a clear superiority of the resulting preload and then higher YS values, application of cyclic loads would be required for a closer simulation of the masticatory function on implanted-supported restorations with these screws' variables. Considering the results of this study, further investigations should verify fracture resistance of the system and also conduct a finite element analysis aimed at understanding the incidence of failure stresses.
In conclusion, titanium abutment screws with threads along their entire length provide a significant increase in flexural strength of the implant/abutment/screw joint when compared with screws with threads only at the end, both without DLC. Titanium screws with threads at the end that are coated with solid lubricants (DLC) provide increased resistance to the joint implant/abutment/screw abutment than noncoated screws. However, in fully threaded screws, the presence of DLC does not imply an increase in flexural strength.


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Blood to Rubies is the scorching saga of injustice, love, and redemption in the western wilderness. A young frontier photographer goes West to escape the Civil War draft and settles in the Bitterroot Mountains, ancestral home of the Nez Perce Indians. There he becomes obsessed with a young Irish pioneer woman he spies swimming nude in a mountain lake. He comes to admire the Nez Perce and photographs the young leader, Chief Joseph, and a Nez Perce woman warrior (based on a real historical person). Their stories tangle in a ruthless convergence of fates. As he chronicles Chief Joseph's desperate struggle to save his people and their harrowing 1,500-mile exodus to the Canadian border-the medicine line-to join Sitting Bull in freedom, he feels complicit in their demise.
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He almost let her go. Her past could tear them apart. But a love like theirs is worth fighting for…
Phoenix Walker will never be the same. Nine months after a heroic act leaves him forever changed, he refuses to hurt Orchid Paige ever again.
Orchid is ready to forgive. Convincing her guy she still loves him, no matter his injuries, she works to rebuild their intimacy. But their move to her family’s ancestral country unveils China’s superstitions against people with disabilities. Worse, their friend’s life has been upended by those prejudices.
Will Phoenix and Orchid find a way to beat the odds and turn discrimination into acceptance?
Always Orchid is the riveting third book in the Goodbye, Orchid contemporary fiction series. If you like relatable characters, surprising twists, and stories that pull on your emotions, then you’ll love award-winning author Carol Van Den Hende’s journey to unconditional acceptance.
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Will Sam purge his guilty conscience before it’s too late? Will he atone for his offenses and find solace in the final countdown?
Sam Fox spent his whole life running against the hands of time. He is now racing to set the record straight about secrets he and Hannah, his wife of 65 years, have been harboring from their children and each other.
Hands of Gold, loosely based on real events, follows Sam on a journey that takes him from war-torn Europe at the turn of the 20th century, through the Great Depression and labor union reforms in America. Determined to make a lasting mark in his new homeland, Sam faces many hardships, not the least of which includes contracting tuberculosis, but he refuses to let this deter him from his ambitions. During a seemingly mundane workday, he shields 200 coworkers from a disgruntled gun-wielding employee. His actions saved the lives of many, making his escape from the notorious Auschwitz concentration camp – wherein his family suffered a deadly fate – a destined event.
As Sam comes to grips with his past, a gold watch from his grandmother, lost and buried during the Holocaust, will find its way back to him. Through this and other blessings, Sam learns to find the silver lining in his everyday struggles by holding onto his loved ones, along with a little self-reliance and even a few miracles.

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Here McKenzie dreamcasts an adaptation of Hidden:
There are three central characters in Hidden - Jeff, Tish and Claire. I could see Ben Affleck or George Clooney playing Jeff - a charming guy who lacks a bit of self-confidence and has always felt upstaged by his older brother. I think either one could bring that mix of charm and vulnerability to the role.Visit Catherine McKenzie's website.
Claire is Jeff’s wife. She used to be full of confidence, but she’s been broken down by life a bit. I could see Catherine Keener playing her. She has the right level of upfront smarts with this ability to be broken underneath.
Tish is the potential “other woman”. She’s always been a bit of a dreamer, and her dreams haven’t really come true. Sandra Bullock might be good in the role. Tish has a humorous side to her - it’s one of the things that draws Jeff in.
Two other important roles in the book are the children - Jeff and Claire’s son, Seth, and Tish’s daughter, Zoey. They’re twelve and eleven years old, respectively, a tough age. I saw a child actor in the movie Algonquin recently, who’d make a great Seth. As for Zoey, no one in particular comes to mind, but it would be a great role for an unknown.
And there you have it. If Hidden was cast by me, today.
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The threshold for victims of sexual abuse to ask for help must be lowered. With the project #YOUTOO? we, social designers Anne Ligtenberg and Mats Horbach, together with the relief organization Blauwe Maan, want to increase the skills of social workers to make them able to talk about sexual abuse. For this we use the collective knowledge of victims and experienced care providers. We do this visible to everyone, in the form of an accessible platform on the internet. We want to show the victims that the community of social workers is doing its best for them, so that victims have more confidence to ask for help.
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Some topics are difficult to discuss. Sexual abuse is such a topic. Many care providers experience reluctance to act in this area: for example, they are reluctant to bring up abuse in the fear of being wrong. Moreover, sexuality is a particularly delicate subject in our society. We want to be able to talk about it, but we just haven't learned how. While 33 percent of women and 8 percent of men in the Netherlands have experienced sexual assault, we seem to avoid the discussion about this. This places all responsibility on the victim, who must gather the courage to open up about the abuse.
We want to build an online platform together with Blauwe Maan that will grow into a catalog of advice, tips and experiences that can help all care providers. The platform is like a crowdfunding of information, where people can contribute with their knowledge. The catalog is created by the collective, so that individual victims as relief workers feel ownership of the project and feel connected to achieving our common goal. In addition, this is done in all openness, because we want to show the silent victims that the community of care providers is doing its best for them so that victims feel more confident about asking for help.
Our goal is to help counselors and social workers to initiate the conversation about sexual abuse in a responsible, respectful manner, so that not all responsibility rests with victims. It is a very rewarding project to work on and we wish all victims to see that we as a society are doing our best for them. The victims of sexual abuse deserve a helping hand from all of us.
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The Frenchman has not featured in the first-team since August 2014.
In June 2013 Sunderland confirmed the transfer of Frenchman Valentin Roberge from Portuguese outfit Maritimo. His contract at the club had expired and he therefore made a Bosman move to Sunderland that summer.
He was one of many players snapped up that summer by Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio who went on to be a flop at the club.
Others were of course more catastrophic - with Modibo Diakite, Cabral and David Moberg Karlsson all springing to mind, as well as expensive and goal-shy striker Jozy Altidore.
But Roberge played just 12 games for the club that season and after Gus Poyet arrived at the Stadium of Light his playing time diminished swiftly.
At 28-years-old Roberge remains at Sunderland but unable to get into the first-team under Dick Advocaat and now, seemingly, Sam Allardyce.
But he has impressed for the Under-21s recently. In fact, professional phase coach at Sunderland Andy Welsh had this to say to the Sunderland website about the Frenchman:
“I’d like to mention Roberge because he scored the winner today. He hasn’t played for a couple of weeks but I thought he worked very, very hard.”
Roberge netted the winner as Sunderland defeated Reading in the Barclays Under-21 Premier League at the weekend and he will of course be hoping that Big Sam gives him a chance in the Sunderland first-team.
He spent the majority of last season on loan at Stade Reims and has not played for Sunderland since the opening game of the 2014-15 season.
This little sputter of form might just end that barren run.


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"Devastator is poised to start picking up the slack left by the decline of magazines like Mad, Cracked or even Lampoon, with a smart mix of humorous prose and comics." --Jeffrey Brown, author of Clumsy and Incredible Change-Bots
About the Author
Our headlining contributors for this issue:
Jon Schnepp is a writer/director/illustrator/actor for Metalocalypse, Aqua Teen Hunger Force and Dark Horse's Dethklok comic book.
R. Sikoryak is the author of Masterpiece Comics and the co-author, with Michael Smith, of The Seduction of Mike.
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Dr. Scott McDearmont was sworn in as Mayor of Highland Village at the city council meeting on Tuesday.
“With the help of the citizens, our great city staff and my colleagues on council, I want Highland Village to continue to grow in character, opportunity, and quality of life,” said Mayor McDearmont.
“I want to be available and will do all I can to respond to concerns and questions in an efficient and timely manner. Also, I would like to sincerely thank everyone who has encouraged and supported me over the last few months,”
Bill Irwin, John McGee and Louis Robichaux also began their new terms on the city council Tuesday.
Prior to the meeting, a reception was held honoring outgoing Mayor Dianne Costa and Mayor Pro Tem Don Combs.


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Rentvesting – Helping People get on the Property Ladder
Getting a foot on the property ladder today has seemingly never been further away for cash-strapped and housing affordability-challenged Australians. Young and old alike are struggling to save enough; and when they accumulate sizeable savings they may find house prices have moved even higher, keeping the dream of owning their own property just out of reach.
Although Australia still faces relatively low official interest rates, the recent long run of property price increases has seen First home buyers finding it especially difficult to get a foothold in the property market.
Getting Creative about Solving Housing Affordability
This has forced some creative thinking about how to break into the market at a time when it seems so difficult. So, along comes an idea with a quirky name, Rentvesting, which many consider to be a possible solution for those wanting to get into the property market but who are held back by rising prices and difficulties saving.
Matt Ivers, from Vision Property & Finance, Sydney, is very familiar with Rentvesting. He has dealt with numerous clients who are using the strategy to meet the challenge of one day being able to afford the house of their dreams.
“Rentvesting is a system that can help people get into the property market who would otherwise find it difficult to buy a house.”
Rent, and then Invest to Buy
The main idea behind Rentvesting, says Matt, is that you purchase an investment property rather than buying a house to live in yourself. Instead, you rent where you want to live, and at the same time, you are receiving rental income from your investment property. This helps to boost your income to levels which will, one day, enable you to buy a house in an area you really want to live in.
New Spin on an Old Idea
Rentvesting is not a new idea, says Matt. “This is the same kind of strategy which has been used for decades, whereby, people would live with their relatives – Mum and Dad – while they saved up for a house deposit.”
Rentvesting also allows people to live in a suburb that is closer to their ideal, while their rental property is it located in a more affordable area.
“At a certain point in time,” says Matt, “the Rentvestors either sell their investment property and put the proceeds towards their very own home in the area they would much rather live in, or, they keep the property and use the rental income to help them pay the mortgage.”
“The strategy can have good positive cash-flow, whether you invest in real estate, or, as some do in other income-producing assets.”
There is even a popular podcast on the subject and easy-to-find resources available for people interested in learning about the Rentvesting lifestyle.
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Work on a £6.1m project to update links between Turf Moor and Burnley town centre is now under way.
The first phase of the programme will improve pavements along both sides of Harry Potts Way. Work has began on the Park View pub side of the road. Once work on that side of the road is completed, it will move over to the northern (football club) side.
Temporary arrangements to allow pedestrian access will be in place. This is the first phase of a wider scheme to upgrade pedestrian links between the Turf Moor area and Burnley town centre.
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The project is being funded through Levelling Up grant money and other funding and undertaken in partnership between Burnley Council, Lancashire County Council and Burnley Football Club.
It forms part of wider plans to create a “regeneration corridor” from one side of the town centre to the other, from the Weavers’ Triangle through to Turf Moor. Councillor Mark Townsend, Burnley Borough Council’s executive member for economy and growth, said: “Work has begun on this major project which will benefit local residents, football supporters visiting Turf Moor, and town centre businesses.
“Over the coming months we will see this major gateway route in and out of town improved and made much more pleasant for pedestrians to use.”
Burnley MP Antony Higginbotham added: “Improving the look and feel of Harry Potts Way is just the latest regeneration work taking place within our area. And something we should be excited to see completed.
“Secured though the Government’s Levelling Up Fund it will see improvements going right the way down Yorkshire Street, benefitting local businesses and the cluster of pubs we have towards the culvert. I know some are unsure if this is worth the expense, but for me it’s about showing the thousands of people who visit Burnley from around the country how brilliant we are. And ultimately driving footfall into the town centre to support our local businesses, where we’ll soon have the addition of the brand-new Pioneer Place complex too.”
Stuart Hunt, Burnley FC director and ALK partner, said: “Town2Turf is a fantastic initiative that will bring great benefits to pedestrians and local businesses on the corridor between the town centre and Turf Moor. We are pleased to work in partnership with Burnley Council and Lancashire County Council on such a valuable scheme and to see such significant investment in Burnley.”
The scheme will include improvements to Yorkshire Street, new pedestrian crossings, the subway under Centenary Way being closed and the area landscaped, changes to the road system around the bus station, and improved paving, seating, and lighting.
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Magic of the Musicals
|Date||4th May 2019|
|Society||Hereford Musical Theatre Company|
|Venue||Courtyard Theatre, Hereford|
|Type of Production||Concert|
|Director||Sarah Rowberry and Sam Stokes|
|Musical Director||Jenni Axtell|
|Choreographer||Sarah Rowberry and Sam Stokes|
Author: Louise Hickey
This was a new venture for HMTC; instead of their usual spring production, they opted for a concert instead. It was apt that the show opened with songs from the King and I, the show that unfortunately was replaced by the concert. Sarah Philips made a lovely Anna with the Youth Group ensemble making the robust and enthusiastic children. The Oklahoma selection of songs were lovely and enthusiastic. The Youth Group were spot on during the Annie section and the girls certainly gave Amber Alexander the runaround during her rendition of ‘Little Girls’ when she made a very convincing Miss Hannigan.
The Witches of Eastwick selection sung brilliantly by Trudy Connolly, Sarah Rowberry, Sam Stokes and Richard Davies was lively and well executed. The musicality in this section was delightful.
It was a pleasure to see the youngsters reprise their Wind in the Willows numbers and to hear the development of the young voices too. The finale of act one was dedicated to the Sound of Music which again was lovely. Hollie Edwards did an excellent job of ‘I have confidence’, although if she had stood still a little more, she may have been able to portray the role slightly better, but this certainly was a great number for her. Richard Davies sang ‘Edelweiss’ beautifully. ‘So Long, Farewell’ was a great way for the Youth Group to finish their part in the show and they were quite rightly given the applause they deserved.
The second half of the evening was dedicated to shows that hadn’t all been performed by HMTC but the soloists certainly made the songs their own. Sam and Shay sang ‘Good Morning’, with the sofa scene included, and this song suited both them very well. The Chicago numbers were great, especially ‘I Can’t do it Alone’ and the ‘Cell Block Tango’.
The Carousel numbers went from happy to sad in about 5 minutes which is exactly what the show is all about and it had the same effect as always. This was then followed by a selection from Miss Saigon; Trudy Connolly and Ellen Jones beautifully led the ensemble with ‘The Movie in my Mind’ followed by Ellen and Sophie Cash singing the emotionally charged duet ‘I still Believe’ and finally Trudy gave a heartbreaking rendition of ‘I’d Give my Life for You’. This was a fabulous selection and moved many of the audience to tears.
The finale from the full ensemble was Les Misérables rousing songs ‘Do you hear the People Sing’ and ‘One Day More’ to draw the evening to a suitable end. This was a great programme of musical numbers which I am sure thrilled the audience with the variety.


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Vanessa Safavi explores the meaning of monuments in various cultures. In the title ‘After the Monument Comes the People’ she calls attention to monuments that are commonly thought to embody “the ideals and goals” of a people. Instead, they mainly support the political goals of the state — a state that has monuments built by the people supposedly for the people. After the monument, a dictation by ideology comes the people, the community, which articulates its own goals.
In her wall sculpture ‘After the Monument Comes the People’, shown in the Kunsthalle Basel, Vanessa Safavi makes use of abstract, slim and upright forms that reflect the individual in a geometric abstract way. Curves or incomplete rings in these vertical figures represent ‘faces’. They become self-made symbols when they function as a reference to the individuality of each of the figures, which assembled together form a kind of ‘community’. Here two of them are shown in the print with the same title ‘After the Monument Comes the People’.


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Formed in February 2011, Aquarius Water Solutions Limited specialise in providing an array of water- related services designed to offer clients a comprehensive solution to their water hygiene and water treatment needs. We have a wealth of experience within water hygiene contracts, chlorination’s, flushing and chemical cleaning of LTHW and CHW pipework, sampling of new and existing systems in London and the South East.
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How this company is supporting staff mental health all year round
Water sector companies are well versed in operational workplace health and safety, but October, Mental Health Month, is offering businesses the opportunity to reflect on supporting staff in mental wellness, particularly during the pandemic.
With a workforce of almost 600 employees across Australia and New Zealand, pipeline infrastructure company Interflow is aware of the benefits that mental health support provides to its people and the business as a whole.
Reflecting on the company’s mental health journey Contracts Manager John Weaver said Interflow’s philosophy extends its core family values of honesty, reliability, competence and respect to include all its people.
“About five years ago, we realised that our family-owned company was expanding very quickly, but we didn’t want to lose our core values. Aside from servicing our customers to an excellent standard, the most important thing to us is our people,” he said.
“We challenged ourselves to consider how we can make things better for our people. We discovered that we needed to have more of a focus on leading them, rather than on simply managing the business.
“My grandfather set up the business in 1936, in the middle of the Depression. The company made it through some pretty hard times because everyone helped each other. We’ve decided to return to that approach, but apply that philosophy in a modern way.”
Moving beyond a people management strategy, Interflow has introduced an array of support mechanisms to ensure its people are supported, not only in the workplace — on site or at the office — but in their personal lives, too.
“We try to look beyond the product that we sell. We try to look at the things that are important to our customers, but also our people. Everyone’s got a product to sell; that’s a given. But we want to make sure Interflow delivers on all the things that go beyond our products,” Weaver said.
“This is all about looking out for one another, caring for one another and supporting one another in a way that goes beyond simply managing staff.
“Managing people can certainly produce results, but we want to support ours and foster a culture where everyone feels assured that somebody has got their back.
“As a result of this approach, we have become much more profitable, are retaining our staff and are very proud to say that Interflow is a company people want to work for and other companies want to partner with.
“We’ve taken a step back, made our people our priority, and the money just follows.”
Mechanisms for mental health
As part of Interflow’s renewed focus on mental health, the company has established a Mentally Healthy Workplace Project, which involves a raft of programs and activities geared towards supporting staff, including an employee assistance program (EAP).
The program ensures that Interflow’s people and their family members have access to mental health support whenever needed via a telephone service, said People and Capability Business Partner Keith Gover.
“The take-up rate on our EAP has fluctuated. But we've encouraged people, particularly during the pandemic, to engage with this service, and we have had a lot of people using the service more recently,” he said.
“Every now and again, our staff will come forward and talk about their positive EAP experience. But we also have a Manager Assist program built into the EAP as well, which helps ensure that other employees are supported when the time comes for hard conversations with peers.”
Aside from the EAP, Interflow has also started to run online resilience training for its workforce to create more mental health literacy.
“This training has helped our people, who are sometimes isolated, develop the skills they need to cope. We’ve realised that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental wellness; everyone’s experience is different,” Gover said.
“We always participate in R U OK Day, but these other initiatives are about acknowledging that mental health is not an issue to address on one day of the year. Let's not forget that there's another 364 days of the year that we need to make sure that we're looking after people.”
Gover said Interflow also runs regular "Toolbox Talks", which encourage discussion around mental health on site and give crews the opportunity to share their insights and experiences.
“We take a break together, have a barbecue, in a relaxed and informal setting. It’s really about calling time-out for our people to sit and listen and participate in the discussion,” he said.
“It's not about issuing instructions; it's about trying to engage our workforce to understand what mental health means to them and how it fits into their situation. It’s an opportunity for us to remind our people regularly that there’s support for them when and if needed.”
Measuring mental health success
Interflow runs an annual employee survey to check in on how these mental health initiatives are progressing, taking the opportunity to adjust its approach to programs and services where needed.
“The survey helps us to check in on our employee engagement and find areas where we can do better. We spend a lot of time analysing the information so that we can respond to this feedback at a local level with appropriate activities and support,” Gover said.
“Rather than taking a broad-brush approach, we try to take it right down to the team level with our people, taking the time to understand what is needed at an employee level, to understand exactly what it is that gets our people out of bed and into work.
“One of our markers is attendance. Rather than talking about absenteeism, we talk about positive attendance. And we look into attendance every month as a preventative measure.
“We have high positive attendance, which is great, but every month we do our best to differentiate between employees that have had a significant physical or mental medical event versus casual episodes.”
For employees who have experienced significant or prolonged physical or mental health events, Interflow has a process of following up with them to check on their welfare, Gover said.
“That potentially leads to getting fitness-for-work and work clearance organised before they can return to work. It's not that we don't want them back, we want to make sure that they're not trying to get back too early.
“It’s about making sure that they want to come back, and that they have everything they need to recover successfully. It’s about making sure that they are okay.”


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Lyon winger Bastos ruled out of Real clash
Lyon's Brazilian international winger Michel Bastos will miss Wednesday's Champions League match with Real Madrid with a thigh injury, the French club confirmed on Friday.
Bastos suffered the injury playing in a League Cup tie against local rivals Saint-Etienne in midweek, and the player himself claimed on his Twitter account that he would be out for "three to four weeks."
Lyon and Real Madrid are in Champions League Group D. Madrid won 4-0 when the sides met in Spain on October 18.
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